RS-2 Zone in Tulsa, OK
RS-2 zoning district rules in Tulsa, OK. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The RS-2 zone in Tulsa, OK is a residential district (Suburban Residential). Lower-density residential with larger setbacks and lot sizes than standard residential zones. Common in outer suburban areas and early-generation subdivisions. This zone requires a 20 ft front setback, 5 ft side setback, and 15 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 40%.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
Lower-density residential with larger setbacks and lot sizes than standard residential zones. Common in outer suburban areas and early-generation subdivisions.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 20 feet |
| Side Setback | 5 feet |
| Rear Setback | 15 feet |
Tulsa Zoning Code — RS-2 Standard Single-Family. Most common residential zone in Tulsa.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 35 feet
- Max Stories
- 2
Tulsa Zoning Code.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 40%
Tulsa Zoning Code — standard single-family coverage limit.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling. Tulsa is auto-dependent but the 2020 zoning reform reduced parking minimums in some mixed-use and transit-adjacent areas. Multi-family: 1.5 spaces per unit. Reduced to 1 space/unit in some MX mixed-use zones and transit corridors per 2020 reform.
Source: Tulsa Zoning Code Title 42 — Accessory Dwelling Unit provisions (2020 comprehensive revision). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source