R-7 Zone in Wilmington, NC
R-7 zoning district rules in Wilmington, NC. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-7 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 10 ft front setback, 5 ft side setback, and 10 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 45 feet (4 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 65%.
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 | 10 feet |
| Side Setback | 5 feet |
| Rear Setback | 10 feet |
Wilmington UDO — R-7 Residential. Higher density near transit and downtown.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 45 feet
- Max Stories
- 4
Wilmington UDO — R-7 Residential.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 65%
Wilmington UDO — R-7 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