Zoning Districts in Asheville
Browse the zoning districts in Asheville, NC. Each zone type defines permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
Asheville divides its land into 21 primary zoning districts. Select a zone below to view its permitted uses, setback requirements, height limits, and lot coverage standards.
Zoning Districts
RS-2
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RS-4
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RS-8
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RM-6
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RM-8
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RM-16
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RM-24
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RO
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CB
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CBD
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CBI
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CC
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CS
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CN
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UMX
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VMX
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SMX
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NMX
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LI
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HI
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IP
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About Asheville Zoning
Zoning districts define what can be built, how large structures can be, and how close buildings can be to property lines and neighboring structures. Understanding the zoning district for your property is the first step in any building project in Asheville.
Source: Asheville Unified Development Ordinance; NC Session Law 2023-87 (HB 488). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source