SF-6 Zone in Cincinnati, OH
SF-6 zoning district rules in Cincinnati, OH. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The SF-6 zone in Cincinnati, OH is a residential district. This zone requires a 20 ft front setback, 5 ft side setback, and 20 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 40 feet (3 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 45%.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 20 feet |
| Side Setback | 5 feet |
| Rear Setback | 20 feet |
Cincinnati Municipal Code Title XXVI — SF-6 Single-Family (6,000 sqft min lot). Standard urban residential zone.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 40 feet
- Max Stories
- 3
Cincinnati Municipal Code Title XXVI — SF-6 Residential. Allows three-story row house pattern in Cincinnati hillside neighborhoods.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 45%
Cincinnati Municipal Code Title XXVI — SF-6 Residential.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per dwelling unit. Off-street driveway may satisfy requirement. Cincinnati Municipal Code Title XXVI. Multi-family: 1.5 spaces per unit in MF zones. Reduced requirements within 1/4 mile of Metro high-frequency bus routes. Cincinnati Municipal Code Title XXVI.
Source: Cincinnati Municipal Code Title XXVI (Zoning Code); Cincinnati Building Code. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source