Albany · Land use · Rooming or boarding house
Where is a rooming or boarding house allowed in Albany?
In Albany, a rooming or boarding house is allowed in 1 base zone (R-3) and not allowed in 9 (Albany use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: R-3
- Not allowed: R-1, R-2, R-4, RHD, SC, SPC, CMX, PF and 1 more
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Albany Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.
Zones where a rooming or boarding house can go
Albany's code calls this use “Rooming or boarding house”. Each row links to the use table it comes from. A zone marked “see note” has a condition in the code, for example upper floors only or a larger lot.
| Zone | Status | Code |
|---|---|---|
| R-3 Residential High Density | Allowed | § 20.12 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Single room occupancy residential hotel: SC P 8, SPC P 9; R-1..RHD -; CMX/PF/WF blank.
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in Albany
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a rooming or boarding house in the R-1 zone in Albany?
No. Albany's use table does not allow it in R-1 (Residential Single Family) (§ 20.12).
Can I have a rooming or boarding house in the R-3 zone in Albany?
Yes. Albany's use table lists it as allowed in R-3 (Residential High Density) (§ 20.12).
General information, not legal advice.
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