RS-4 Zone in Asheville, NC
RS-4 zoning district rules in Asheville, NC. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The RS-4 zone in Asheville, NC is a residential district (Suburban Residential). Lower-density residential with larger setbacks and lot sizes than standard residential zones. Common in outer suburban areas and early-generation subdivisions. This zone requires a 25 ft front setback, 7 ft side setback, and 25 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 35%.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
Lower-density residential with larger setbacks and lot sizes than standard residential zones. Common in outer suburban areas and early-generation subdivisions.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 25 feet |
| Side Setback | 7 feet |
| Rear Setback | 25 feet |
Asheville UDO RS-4 — standard single-family residential, 4 units/acre. Most common residential zone.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 35 feet
- Max Stories
- 2
Asheville UDO RS-4. Height measured from average finished grade.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 35%
Asheville UDO. Impervious surface limits apply.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling unit in most RS zones. Asheville UDO. Multi-family: 1-1.5 spaces per unit in RM zones. Reduced requirements near Asheville Transit fixed routes.
Source: Asheville Unified Development Ordinance; NC Session Law 2023-87 (HB 488). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source