R-1B Zone in Providence, RI

The R-1B zone in Providence, RI 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.

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.

Parking Requirements

Single-family: 1 off-street parking space per single-family dwelling. Many older Providence neighborhoods have no off-street parking — street parking prevails. College Hill has residential permit parking programs. Multi-family: 0.5–1 space per unit. Reduced or waived near RIPTA transit routes — Providence's compact size makes RIPTA bus service accessible from most neighborhoods.