Charlotte Zoning

N1-D Zone in Charlotte, NC

N1-D zoning district rules in Charlotte, NC. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Residential District

The N1-D zone in Charlotte, NC is a residential district. This zone requires a 15 ft front setback, 5 ft side setback, and 15 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 45 feet (3 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 50%.

Setback Requirements

Setback TypeRequirement
Front Setback15 feet
Side Setback5 feet
Rear Setback15 feet

Charlotte UDO N1-D — moderate density neighborhood, allows up to 4 units.

Height Limits

Max Height
45 feet
Max Stories
3

Charlotte UDO N1-D.

Lot Coverage

Max Coverage
50%

Charlotte UDO.

Parking Requirements

Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling unit in most N1 zones. Charlotte UDO. Multi-family: 1-1.5 spaces per unit in N2 and N3 zones. Reduced requirements near CATS light rail stations.

Source: Charlotte Unified Development Ordinance (effective June 1, 2023); NC Session Law 2023-87 (HB 488). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 5, 2026
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