SF-1 Zone in Austin, TX
SF-1 zoning district rules in Austin, TX. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The SF-1 zone in Austin, TX is a residential district. This zone requires a 25 ft front setback, 10 ft side setback, and 25 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 45%.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 25 feet |
| Side Setback | 10 feet |
| Rear Setback | 25 feet |
Austin Development Code Section 25-2-491. SF-1 is lowest density single-family.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 35 feet
- Max Stories
- 2
Austin Development Code Section 25-2-491.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 45%
Austin Development Code — impervious cover limit, which includes driveways and walkways.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling. 1-car garage typically required in new construction suburbs. Older central Austin often has 1 or no garage. Multi-family: 1–1.5 spaces per unit. Reduced requirements near CapMetro rail and major bus routes. HOME Ordinance reduced parking requirements for middle-density housing.
Source: Austin City Code Title 25, Section 25-2-774 — Secondary Apartments; HOME Ordinance 2023-05-18. Last verified April 3, 2026. View source