MX-1 Zone in Cincinnati, OH
MX-1 zoning district rules in Cincinnati, OH. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The MX-1 zone in Cincinnati, OH is a mixed-use district (Mixed Use General). Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Common Permitted Uses
- Ground-floor retail
- Upper-floor apartments
- Live-work units
- Offices
- Restaurants
Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Parking Requirements
Cincinnati is primarily car-dependent. Cincinnati Metro (SORTA) bus network serves major corridors. Streetcar runs from The Banks riverfront to Over-the-Rhine. Hillside parking is challenging — some Cincinnati neighborhoods have limited driveway access due to steep grades. On-street permit parking is available in many neighborhoods.
Source: Cincinnati Municipal Code Title XXVI (Zoning Code); Cincinnati Building Code. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source