R-2 Zone in Salt Lake City, UT
R-2 zoning district rules in Salt Lake City, UT. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-2 zone in Salt Lake City, UT is a residential district (Two-Family Residential). Permits up to two dwelling units per lot (duplex). Allows slightly higher density than R-1 while maintaining low-density neighborhood character. This zone requires a 15 ft front setback, 5 ft side setback, and 15 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 28 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 55%.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
- Duplexes
Permits up to two dwelling units per lot (duplex). Allows slightly higher density than R-1 while maintaining low-density neighborhood character.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 15 feet |
| Side Setback | 5 feet |
| Rear Setback | 15 feet |
SLC Code Title 21A. R-2 — two-family residential.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 28 feet
- Max Stories
- 2
SLC Code Title 21A.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 55%
SLC Code Title 21A.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling in R-1 zones. Salt Lake City Code. Multi-family: 1-1.5 spaces per unit in RMF zones. Reduced requirements near TRAX light rail stations.
Source: Salt Lake City Code Title 21A; Utah Code Section 10-21-303 (Internal Accessory Dwelling Units; renumbered from §10-9a-530 by SB1008 §121, eff. 11/06/25; legacy citation §10-9a-534 was a mis-citation — that statute is the building-design/parking prohibition, now §10-20-618). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source