Bend Zoning

RS-ACT Zone in Bend, OR

RS-ACT zoning district rules in Bend, OR. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Residential DistrictSuburban Residential

The RS-ACT zone in Bend, OR 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 15 ft front setback, 5 ft side setback, and 15 ft rear setback.

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 TypeRequirement
Front Setback15 feet
Side Setback5 feet
Rear Setback15 feet

Bend Development Code. RS Activity Center — residential near mixed-use areas.

Parking Requirements

Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling in most RS zones. No requirement to be covered, but covered parking practical given snow. Multi-family: 1–2 spaces per unit. Reduced requirements possible near downtown Bend transit hub.

Source: Bend Development Code Chapter 3.4 — Accessory Dwelling Units; Oregon Revised Statutes 197A.420 (HB 2001 codification). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 6, 2026
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