R-10 Zone in Virginia Beach, VA
R-10 zoning district rules in Virginia Beach, VA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-10 zone in Virginia Beach, VA 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. This zone requires a 25 ft front setback, 8 ft side setback, and 20 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 40%.
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.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 25 feet |
| Side Setback | 8 feet |
| Rear Setback | 20 feet |
Virginia Beach Zoning Ordinance. R-10 most common suburban residential zone. 10,000 sqft minimum lot.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 35 feet
- Max Stories
- 2
Virginia Beach Zoning Ordinance.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 40%
Virginia Beach Zoning Ordinance. Standard suburban residential coverage limit.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 off-street parking spaces per single-family dwelling. Oceanfront Resort area may have different standards for resort properties. Multi-family: 1.5–2 spaces per unit. Reduced requirements for affordable housing developments.
Source: Virginia Beach City Code Chapter 11 — Zoning Ordinance; Virginia Code Section 15.2-2291. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source