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Lawton Zoning & Land Use Guide

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Key Zoning Facts

Planning Department
City of Lawton Planning Division(580) 581-3375
Building Code Edition
2015 IBC (locally adopted)
ADUs Allowed
No
Primary District
R-1 Single-Family Residential
Max Height
35 ft

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Lawton

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

Federal

State — Oklahoma

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

County — Comanche 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 Residential6,000 sq ft35 ft25 ft5 ft20 ft
R-3Multi-Family Residential2,000 sq ft per unit45 ft25 ft10 ft20 ft
C-2General CommercialNone45 ft15 ft0 ft15 ft

ADU Rules in Lawton

ADUs:Not 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 Lawton

Official Sources

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I build an ADU in Lawton?
Lawton does not currently have specific ADU provisions. Contact the Planning Division to discuss accessory structure regulations and options for your property.
How do I find the zoning for my property in Lawton?
Contact the Lawton Planning Division at (580) 581-3375 or visit their office for zoning lookup assistance.
What zones allow multi-family housing in Lawton?
Multi-family housing is permitted in R-3 and R-4 zoning districts in Lawton.