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Alliance Zoning & Land Use Guide

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Key Zoning Facts

Planning Department
City of Alliance Planning Department(308) 762-5400
Building Code Edition
2018 International Building Code (locally adopted)
ADUs Allowed
Yes
Primary District
R-1 Single-Family Residential
Max Height
35 ft

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Alliance

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

Federal

State — Nebraska

  • Building Code: No mandatory statewide residential code; local adoption
View Nebraska zoning overview

County — Box Butte 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-1Single-Family Residential7,500 sq ft35 ft25 ft5 ft25 ft
R-2Multi-Family Residential5,000 sq ft40 ft25 ft8 ft20 ft
C-1General CommercialNone40 ft0 ft0 ft0 ft

ADU Rules in Alliance

ADUs:Allowed
Max Size
700 sq ft
Max Height
20 ft
Rear Setback
5 ft
Side Setback
5 ft
Parking
1 off-street space required
Owner Occupancy
Owner must occupy primary dwelling
Permit Timeline
2-4 weeks
Full ADU rules for Alliance

Official Sources

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I build an ADU in Alliance?
Alliance allows accessory dwelling units in certain residential zones under local ordinance. Contact the Planning Department for details.
How do I find the zoning for my property in Alliance?
Contact the City of Alliance Planning Department at (308) 762-5400.
What zones allow multi-family housing in Alliance?
Multi-family housing is permitted in R-2 and commercial zones.