R-1 Zone in Wilmington, NC
R-1 zoning district rules in Wilmington, NC. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-1 zone in Wilmington, NC is a residential district (Single-Family Residential). Permits one dwelling unit per lot. Typically the most restrictive residential zone. Designed to preserve the character of established single-family neighborhoods. This zone requires a 35 ft front setback, 10 ft side setback, and 30 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 30%.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
Permits one dwelling unit per lot. Typically the most restrictive residential zone. Designed to preserve the character of established single-family neighborhoods.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 35 feet |
| Side Setback | 10 feet |
| Rear Setback | 30 feet |
Wilmington UDO — R-1 Single-Family Residential. Low density, large lot.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 35 feet
- Max Stories
- 2
Wilmington UDO — R-1 Residential.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 30%
Wilmington UDO — R-1 Residential.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per dwelling unit. Off-street parking required. Wilmington UDO. Multi-family: 1.5 spaces per unit. Reduced requirements within 1/4 mile of Wave Transit routes. Wilmington UDO.
Source: Wilmington Unified Development Ordinance; NC HB 488 (Session Law 2023-87). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source