Title 17 — Zoning›Division 4 — ZONES
Chapter 17.33 — URBAN RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Santa Clarita Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · ingested 2026-07-06 · Santa Clarita
§ 17.33.010. Urban Residential 1 (UR1) Zone. ¶
The urban residential 1 (UR1) zoning designation provides for residential neighborhoods at densities that require urban services. Many of these neighborhoods provide a transition between higher density, urban development and rural communities throughout the planning area, and this designation is appropriate in such urban/rural interface areas. Uses in this designation include single-family homes and other residential uses at a maximum density of two (2) dwelling units per acre.
- A. Development Standards. Property in the UR1 zone shall be subject to the following general development standards:
| Maximum density (units per gross acre) | 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Minimum density (units per acre) | N/A |
| Minimum net lot area (in square feet) | 20,000 |
| Lot width (in feet) | 75 |
| Cul-de-sac/knuckle lot width (in feet) | 40 |
| Front yard setback (in feet) | 20 |
| Side yard setback, each side (in feet) | 5/5 |
| Side yard setback, reverse corner lot (in feet) | 10 |
| Rear yard setback (in feet) | 15 |
| Maximum height of main structure without a CUP (in feet) | 35 |
| Maximum height of accessory structures not exceeding the height of the main structure without a CUP (in feet) |
35 |
| Distance between main structures (in feet) | 10 |
| Distance between main and accessory structures (in feet) | 6 |
| Setbacks for public and semi-public uses from residential property lines (in feet) | 25 |
Additional property development standards contained in Division 6 of this title (Development Standards) shall apply to all property and structures permitted in residential zones.
- B. Permitted Uses. Land use descriptions, permitted uses and parking requirements are contained in Division 5 of this title (Use Classifications and Required Parking). Any use not listed is considered a prohibited use in this zone.
(Ord. 13-8 § 4 (Exh. A), 6/11/2013)
§ 17.33.020. Urban Residential 2 (UR2) Zone. ¶
The urban residential 2 (UR2) zoning designation provides for residential neighborhoods that typify much of the planning area. Uses in this designation include single-family homes and other residential uses at a maximum density of five (5) dwelling units per acre. Specific allowable uses and development standards shall be determined by the underlying zoning designation.
- A. Development Standards. Property in the UR2 zone shall be subject to the following general development standards:
| Maximum density (units per gross acre) | 5.0 |
|---|---|
| Minimum density (units per acre) | N/A |
| Minimum net lot area (in square feet) | 5,000 |
| Lot width (in feet) | 50 |
| Cul-de-sac/knuckle lot width (in feet) | 40 |
| Front yard setback (in feet) | 20 |
| Side yard setback, each side (in feet) | 5/5 |
| Side yard setback, reverse corner lot (in feet) | 10 |
| Rear yard setback (in feet) | 15 |
| Maximum height of main structure without a CUP (in feet) | 35 |
| Maximum height of accessory structures not exceeding the height of the main structure (in feet) |
20 |
| Distance between main structures (in feet) | 10 |
| Distance between main and accessory structures (in feet) | 6 |
| Setbacks for public and semi-public uses from residential property lines (in feet) | 25 |
Additional property development standards contained in Division 6 of this title (Development Standards) shall apply to all property and structures permitted in residential zones.
B. Permitted Uses. Land use descriptions, permitted uses and parking requirements are contained in Division 5 of this title (Use Classifications and Required Parking). Any use not listed is considered a prohibited use in this zone.
(Ord. 13-8 § 4 (Exh. A), 6/11/2013)
§ 17.33.030. Urban Residential 3 (UR3) Zone. ¶
The urban residential 3 (UR3) zoning designation provides for neighborhoods of single-family attached and detached housing, and small-scale attached multifamily dwellings such as duplexes and triplexes. Allowed uses include single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes and small-scale multifamily dwellings of a scale and character that complement and are consistent with a singlefamily residential neighborhood at a maximum density of eleven (11) dwelling units per acre provided associated recreational facilities are provided.
- A. Development Standards. Property in the UR3 zone shall be subject to the following general development standards:
Maximum density (units per gross acre)
11.0
| Minimum density (units per acre) | N/A |
|---|---|
| Minimum net lot area (in square feet) | 5,000 |
| Lot width (in feet) | 50 |
| Cul-de-sac/knuckle lot width (in feet) | 40 |
| Front yard setback (in feet) | 20 |
| Side yard setback, each side (in feet) | 5/5 |
| Side yard setback, reverse corner lot (in feet) | 10 |
| Rear yard setback (in feet) | 15 |
| Maximum height of main structure without a CUP (in feet) | 35 |
| Maximum height of accessory structures not exceeding the height of the main structure (in feet) |
20 |
| Distance between main structures (in feet) | 10 |
| Distance between main and accessory structures (in feet) | 6 |
| Setbacks for public and semi-public uses from residential property lines (in feet) | 25 |
Additional property development standards contained in Division 6 of this title (Development Standards) shall apply to all property and structures permitted in residential zones.
B. Permitted Uses. Land use descriptions, permitted uses and parking requirements are contained in Division 5 of this title (Use Classifications and Required Parking). Any use not listed is considered a prohibited use in this zone.
(Ord. 13-8 § 4 (Exhs. A, D), 6/11/2013)
§ 17.33.040. Urban Residential 4 (UR4) Zone. ¶
The urban residential 4 (UR4) zoning designation provides for mixed residential neighborhoods of detached and attached dwellings. Allowable uses in this designation include detached and attached single-family homes, duplexes, multiple-family dwellings, and other residential uses at a maximum density of eighteen (18) dwelling units per acre.
- A. Development Standards. Property in the UR4 zone shall be subject to the following general development standards:
| Maximum density (units per gross acre) | 18.0 |
|---|---|
| Minimum density (units per acre) | N/A |
| Minimum net lot area (in square feet) | 4,500 |
| Lot width (in feet) | 40 |
| Cul-de-sac/knuckle lot width (in feet) | 40 |
| Front yard setback (in feet) | 20 |
| Side yard setback, each side (in feet) | 5/5 |
| Side yard setback, reverse corner lot (in feet) | 10 |
| Rear yard setback (in feet) | 15 |
| Maximum height of main structure without a CUP (in feet) | 35 |
| Maximum height of accessory structures not exceeding the height of the main structure (in feet) |
20 |
| Distance between main structures (in feet) | 10 |
Distance between main and accessory structures (in feet) 6 Setbacks for public and semi-public uses from residential property lines (in feet) 25
Additional property development standards contained in Division 6 of this title (Development Standards) shall apply to all property and structures permitted in residential zones.
B. Permitted Uses. Land use descriptions, permitted uses and parking requirements are contained in Division 5 of this title (Use Classifications and Required Parking). Any use not listed is considered a prohibited use in this zone.
(Ord. 13-8 § 4 (Exhs. A, D), 6/11/2013)
§ 17.33.050. Urban Residential 5 (UR5) Zone. ¶
The urban residential 5 (UR5) zoning designation provides for medium to high-density apartment and condominium complexes in areas easily accessible to transportation, employment, retail, and other urban services. Allowable uses in this designation include multiple-family dwellings at a minimum density of eighteen (18) dwelling units per acre and a maximum density of thirty (30) dwelling units per acre.
- A. Development Standards. Property in the UR5 zone shall be subject to the following general development standards:
| Maximum density (units per gross acre) | 30.0 |
|---|---|
| Minimum density (units per acre) | 18.0 |
| Minimum net lot area (in square feet) | 4,500 |
| Lot width (in feet) | 40 |
| Cul-de-sac/knuckle lot width (in feet) | 40 |
| Front yard setback (in feet) | 20 |
| Side yard setback, each side (in feet) | 5/5 |
| Side yard setback, reverse corner lot (in feet) | 10 |
| Rear yard setback (in feet) | 15 |
| Maximum height of main structure without a CUP (in feet) | 35 |
| Maximum height of accessory structures not exceeding the height of the main structure (in feet) |
20 |
| Distance between main structures (in feet) | 10 |
| Distance between main and accessory structures (in feet) | 6 |
| Setbacks for public and semi-public uses from residential property lines (in feet) | 20 |
Additional property development standards contained in Division 6 of this title (Development Standards) shall apply to all property and structures permitted in residential zones.
B. Permitted Uses. Land use descriptions, permitted uses and parking requirements are contained in Division 5 of this title (Use Classifications and Required Parking). Any use not listed is considered a prohibited use in this zone.
(Ord. 13-8 § 4 (Exh. A), 6/11/2013)