Charlotte Zoning

N2-B Zone in Charlotte, NC

N2-B zoning district rules in Charlotte, NC. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Residential District

The N2-B zone in Charlotte, NC is a residential district. This zone requires a 10 ft front setback, 5 ft side setback, and 10 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 65 feet (5 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 70%.

Setback Requirements

Setback TypeRequirement
Front Setback10 feet
Side Setback5 feet
Rear Setback10 feet

Charlotte UDO N2-B — higher density multi-family neighborhood.

Height Limits

Max Height
65 feet
Max Stories
5

Charlotte UDO N2-B.

Lot Coverage

Max Coverage
70%

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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