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Harrisburg Zoning & Land Use Guide

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Key Zoning Facts

Planning Department
City of Harrisburg Planning & Zoning(605) 767-4670
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 Harrisburg

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

Federal

State — South Dakota

  • Building Code: No mandatory statewide code; local adoption
View South Dakota zoning overview

County — Lincoln 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 Residential8,500 sq ft35 ft25 ft6 ft25 ft
R-2Multi-Family Residential6,000 sq ft40 ft25 ft8 ft20 ft
C-1CommercialNone40 ft15 ft0 ft0 ft

ADU Rules in Harrisburg

ADUs:Allowed
Max Size
650 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
3-5 weeks
Full ADU rules for Harrisburg

Official Sources

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I build an ADU in Harrisburg?
Yes, Harrisburg allows ADUs in residential zones subject to local standards.
How do I find the zoning for my property in Harrisburg?
Contact the Harrisburg Planning & Zoning office at (605) 767-4670.
What zones allow multi-family housing in Harrisburg?
Multi-family housing is permitted in R-2 (Multi-Family Residential) and certain commercial areas.