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Florence Zoning & Land Use Guide

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Key Zoning Facts

Planning Department
City of Florence Planning Department(859) 371-6252
Building Code Edition
Kentucky Building Code (2018 IBC)
ADUs Allowed
Yes
Primary District
R-1E Single-Family Residential
Max Height
35 ft

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Florence

Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.

Federal

State — Kentucky

  • Building Code: Kentucky Building Code (2018 IBC)
View Kentucky zoning overview

County — Boone County

  • Role: Property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning

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
  • Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.

Primary Zoning Districts

District CodeNameMin LotMax HeightFront SetbackSide SetbackRear SetbackFAR
R-1ESingle-Family Residential8000 sq ft35 ft25 ft6 ft25 ft
R-3Multi-Family Residential6000 sq ft45 ft25 ft10 ft25 ft
C-2Highway CommercialNone50 ft30 ft0 ft0 ft

ADU Rules in Florence

ADUs:Allowed
Max Size
N/A
Max Height
N/A
Rear Setback
N/A
Side Setback
N/A
Parking
N/A
Owner Occupancy
N/A
Permit Timeline
N/A
Full ADU rules for Florence

Official Sources

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I build an ADU in Florence?
Florence allows limited accessory dwelling units through Boone County zoning provisions. Contact the Planning Department for details.
How do I find the zoning for my property in Florence?
Contact the Planning Department at (859) 371-6252 or use the city's online zoning map.
What zones allow multi-family housing in Florence?
Multi-family housing is permitted in R-3 and higher-density residential districts.