Zoning Guide

Las Vegas Setbacks & Height Limits — Residential Zones

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Fact-checked against City of Las Vegas Title 19 materials on September 21, 2026.

First confirm that the parcel is actually inside the City of Las Vegas. Many “Las Vegas” mailing addresses are in unincorporated Clark County and use Clark County Title 30 instead.

R-1 Single-Family Example

The City's published Title 19 single-family development table provides:

Standard R-1
Minimum lot size 6,500 sq ft
Minimum lot width 65 ft
Front setback 20 ft
Interior side setback 5 ft
Corner side setback 15 ft
Rear setback 15 ft
Maximum lot coverage 50%
Maximum height 2 stories / 35 ft, whichever is less

The previous page broadly grouped other residential districts into approximate height and setback ranges. Those generalized comparisons have been removed; use the exact current district table for R-E, R-D, R-CL, R-2, R-3, R-4, or another district.

Planned Development Standards Can Replace the Base Table

Residential Planned Development and master-planned projects can establish setbacks and height through their approved Site Development Plan Review or development agreement.

Do not use the ordinary R-1 table for an R-PD parcel without reviewing the approved plan.

City / County Boundary Is Critical

Paradise, Spring Valley, Enterprise and other unincorporated areas may use a Las Vegas mailing address but are regulated by Clark County.

Use the City zoning map first.

How to Check a Property

  1. Confirm City of Las Vegas jurisdiction.
  2. Confirm the exact Title 19 district.
  3. Use the current district development table.
  4. Check R-PD/master-plan approvals, airport, historic, and other overlays.
  5. Check accessory structures separately.
  6. Confirm parcel-specific questions with City Planning.

Official Sources

This guide is informational only. Current Title 19, approved development plans, and parcel-specific conditions control.

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Sources

  1. Las Vegas Municipal Code — Title 19 (Zoning)·library.municode.com·Accessed 2026-04-14·Direct link
  2. City of Las Vegas Planning Department·lasvegasnevada.gov·Accessed 2026-04-14·Direct link

FAQ

What are the setback requirements in Las Vegas?
In the City of Las Vegas R-1 (Single Family Residential) zone, expect a front setback of 20 ft, interior side setbacks of 5 ft, and a rear setback of 15 ft. R-E (Residence Estates) and higher-density zones have their own schedules under Title 19. Always verify your specific zone on the Las Vegas zoning map.
What is the maximum building height in Las Vegas residential zones?
Maximum height in the R-1 zone is 35 ft, measured from average grade to the highest point of the roof. Higher-density residential districts like R-4 allow up to 55 ft, and commercial and mixed-use districts generally allow more. Overlay districts and airport influence areas can reduce these limits.
Do Las Vegas setback rules apply to the Las Vegas Strip?
No. The Las Vegas Strip is located in unincorporated Clark County, not within the City of Las Vegas. Clark County has its own Title 30 zoning code with different setback and height rules. This guide covers only properties inside the City of Las Vegas municipal boundary.
How is lot coverage calculated in Las Vegas?
Lot coverage is the percentage of the lot covered by the footprint of buildings. Las Vegas Title 19 sets coverage maximums by district — typically in the 40 to 50 percent range for single-family zones. Check the specific zone chapter in Title 19 for your district's exact maximum.