Hollywood, Florida Zoning & Land Use Guide
Notable local initiatives in Hollywood
Named ordinances, statutes, and reforms specific to Hollywood — each linked to an official source you can verify directly.
Hollywood Land Development Regulations (Zoning Code)
The City of Hollywood's zoning is codified in its Land Development Regulations published by American Legal Publishing. The LDR establishes residential districts (including RS-6 with 25 ft front setback, 7.5 ft side setbacks, and 20 ft rear setback), and is administered by the Division of Planning and Urban Design.
Source · codelibrary.amlegal.comHollywood Community Redevelopment Agency — Downtown District(1979)
The Downtown CRA District was created in 1979 under Chapter 163, Part III, Florida Statutes (Community Redevelopment Act). The district spans approximately 580 acres from 22nd Avenue (west) to roughly 17th Avenue (east), and from Johnson Street (north) to Washington Street (south), and uses tax increment financing for redevelopment.
Source · hollywoodcra.orgHollywood Beach CRA District(1997)
The Beach CRA District was created in 1997 and consists of 293 acres from Sherman Street south to the south property line of the Diplomat Resort and Spa, and from the Intracoastal Waterway to the Atlantic Ocean. The Board of Directors of the Beach CRA is comprised of the members of the City Commission and the Mayor.
Source · hollywoodcra.orgGridics Interactive Zoning and Land Use Map
The City publishes an interactive zoning and land use map through Gridics, providing parcel-level zoning, dimensional standards, and use lookups across the City. The map is hosted under the official hollywoodfl.org domain.
Source · hollywoodfl.orgFlorida Live Local Act (SB 102, 2023)(2023)
Florida Senate Bill 102 (Live Local Act), effective July 1, 2023, preempts local zoning on height, density, and allowable uses for qualifying multifamily and mixed-use rental developments where at least 40 percent of units are affordable for at least 30 years. The Act applies to Hollywood as a Florida municipality.
Source · flsenate.gov
Key Zoning Facts
Hollywood Zoning Overview
Hollywood is a city in Broward County, Florida, with a 2020 Census population of 159,073. Located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale on the Atlantic coast, Hollywood manages land use through its Land Development Regulations (LDR), which are published by American Legal Publishing and also accessible through Municode.
Hollywood's primary single-family residential district is RS-6. The city has partnered with Gridics, LLC, to provide an interactive 3D zoning map and property zoning lookup tool accessible at https://www.hollywoodfl.org/1287/Gridics-Interactive-Zoning-and-Land-Use-.
RS-6 Single-Family Residential Standards
The RS-6 district has the following key development standards (Source: Hollywood LDR §4.1):
- Front setback: 25 ft for main structure
- Side setback: 7.5 ft (5 ft for lots 50 ft wide or less)
- Rear setback: 20 ft (10 ft for lots 100 ft deep or less)
- Accessory sheds: 5 ft rear and side setback (0 ft if adjacent to an alley)
- Swimming pools (measured to water's edge): 6 ft rear, 6 ft side, 15 ft from street-facing side
Development Process
Development in Hollywood generally requires obtaining appropriate permits from the Division of Planning and Urban Design. The process typically involves:
- Zoning Verification — Use the Gridics interactive map at https://www.hollywoodfl.org/1287/Gridics-Interactive-Zoning-and-Land-Use- or call (954) 921-3471, Option 2.
- Site Plan Review — For commercial and multi-family projects, submit a site plan for review
- Building Permit — Apply for a building permit with construction documents
- Inspections — Schedule required inspections during construction
- Certificate of Occupancy — Obtain final approval before occupying the structure
The Zoning Division is located at 2600 Hollywood Blvd, 2nd Floor Library, Hollywood, FL 33020. Office hours: Monday–Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Key Considerations
Before starting any development project in Hollywood, property owners should:
- Verify the zoning classification using the official Gridics interactive map
- Review setback, height, and lot coverage requirements in the Land Development Regulations
- Check for any overlay districts or special regulations
- Determine if the property is in a flood zone using FEMA's flood map service
- Confirm whether HOA covenants or deed restrictions apply
- Contact the planning department for pre-application guidance
Disclaimer: This guide provides general information about zoning in Hollywood and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Zoning codes are subject to change. Always verify current regulations with the Hollywood Division of Planning and Urban Design at (954) 921-3471 or through the Land Development Regulations before making development decisions.
Regulatory Layers That Apply in Hollywood
Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.
Federal
- FEMA Flood Zones: Applicable
- View FEMA Flood Map
County — Broward County
- Role: County provides property records, tax assessment, and governs unincorporated areas.
City / Municipal
The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.
Overlay Districts
No overlay districts identified.
Private Restrictions
- HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
- HOAs are common in Florida. Check CC&Rs for additional restrictions beyond city zoning.
Primary Zoning Districts
- Min Lot
- Varies — see Land Development Regulations §4.1
- Max Height
- Varies — see Land Development Regulations
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 7.5 ft (5 ft for lots 50 ft or less in width)
- Rear Setback
- 20 ft (10 ft for lots 100 ft deep or less)
- Min Lot
- Varies — see Land Development Regulations §4.2
- Max Height
- Varies — see Land Development Regulations
- Front Setback
- Verify with the local planning department before relying on this dimensional standard
- Side Setback
- Verify with the local planning department before relying on this dimensional standard
- Rear Setback
- Verify with the local planning department before relying on this dimensional standard
- Min Lot
- Varies — see Land Development Regulations §4.3
- Max Height
- Varies — see Land Development Regulations
- Front Setback
- Verify with the local planning department before relying on this dimensional standard
- Side Setback
- Verify with the local planning department before relying on this dimensional standard
- Rear Setback
- Verify with the local planning department before relying on this dimensional standard
Permit Costs & Timelines
Permit Costs & Timelines
Specific permit fee schedules for Hollywood are available from the local planning department. Fees vary based on project type, scope, and valuation.
Check Hollywood permit fees →Official Sources
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