Nashville Zoning

RS75 Zone in Nashville, TN

RS75 zoning district rules in Nashville, TN. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Residential DistrictSuburban Residential

The RS75 zone in Nashville, TN 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, 7 ft side setback, and 20 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 45%.

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 Setback20 feet
Side Setback7 feet
Rear Setback20 feet

Metro Nashville Code Title 17 — RS7.5 (Single-Family 7,500 sqft minimum lot). Most common residential zone.

Height Limits

Max Height
35 feet
Max Stories
2

Metro Nashville Code Title 17.

Lot Coverage

Max Coverage
45%

Metro Nashville Code Title 17. Standard residential lot coverage.

Parking Requirements

Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling. Garage or driveway parking common in Nashville suburban areas. Multi-family: 1–2 spaces per unit. Reduced requirements in transit-adjacent areas near WeGo Public Transit bus rapid transit corridors.

Source: Metro Nashville Code Title 17 — Zoning; DADU (Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit) provisions. Last verified April 5, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 5, 2026
RS7.5 Zone in Nashville, TN — Permitted Uses & Rules | PropertyZoned