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Zoning Districts in Richmond

Browse the zoning districts in Richmond, VA. Each zone type defines permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Richmond divides its land into 19 primary zoning districts. Select a zone below to view its permitted uses, setback requirements, height limits, and lot coverage standards.

Zoning Districts

R-1

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R-2

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R-3

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R-4

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R-5

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R-6

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R-7

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R-8

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RTH

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B-1

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B-2

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B-3

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B-4

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B-5

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B-6

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B-7

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M-1

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M-2

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About Richmond Zoning

Zoning districts define what can be built, how large structures can be, and how close buildings can be to property lines and neighboring structures. Understanding the zoning district for your property is the first step in any building project in Richmond.

Source: Richmond City Code Chapter 30 — Zoning; Virginia Code Section 15.2-2291. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 6, 2026

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