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Coronado — Development Standards

Development Standards under the Coronado local zoning and planning code, with the controlling citations.

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Last reviewed: July 6, 2026

Overview

Coronado codifies district-specific development standards in Title 86 Zoning of the Coronado Municipal Code. These standards control what you can build and how big it can be—setbacks, height, lot coverage, density, and in some districts, FAR. For context and how these rules fit into the broader process, see the city’s zoning overview, the base zoning districts, and related topics like parking, design review, and overlay districts.

Plain-English rule of thumb: On most small residential lots outside the bayfront subzone, expect side yards of about 10% of lot width (never less than 3 ft, and usually capped at 5 ft), front yards tied to lot depth in multi-family zones, and 50% structural coverage unless you stay single-story for a small bump.

District-by-District Standards

Below is a Coronado-specific synthesis of dimensional basics—purpose, typical uses, and the decision-critical numbers—organized exactly as the code does. Always verify parcel zoning and overlays on the City’s map before scoping a project.

R-1A – Single-Family Residential Zone

  • Purpose and where it applies: General single-family neighborhoods designated R-1A on the City’s official zoning map (§ 86.08.010, not retrieved; verify with the jurisdiction).
  • Typical permitted uses: One single-family home; accessory uses per Chapter 86.56; parking per Chapter 86.58 (§ 86.08.020, not retrieved; verify with the jurisdiction).
  • Key dimensional standards:
    • Lot area: Most lots at least 5,500 sq ft; special mapped R-1A variants require 5,250–7,500–6,600–6,000 sq ft minimums depending on the E and CC-1/2/3 subdesignations (§ 86.08.100 ).
    • Side yards (interior or corner): Percentage of lot width by lot size tier, generally 10% to 15%, never less than 3 ft; alley-adjacent sides capped at 5 ft (§ 86.08.060 ).
    • Reversed corner lots (second story): Additional second-story rear yard of 20% lot depth, with limits on decks/balconies in that area (§ 86.08.070 ).
    • Structural coverage: Max 50%; may increase to 60% if the main building is a single story with low roof heights (§ 86.08.110 ).
    • Landscaping: Typically 35% of residential site area landscaped; commercial at 15% (§ 86.08.130 ).
  • Notes: Front and general rear yard formulas for R-1A were not captured in the retrieved excerpts. Not found in retrieved materials.

R-1A(BF) Subzone – Bayfront Single-Family (First Street/Bay adjacency)

  • Purpose and where it applies: A specialized subzone for bayfront/First Street frontage and related lots with unusual conditions; adds view-corridor and FAR controls (§ 86.09.010 ).
  • Typical permitted uses: One single-family dwelling and related accessory uses; parking per Chapter 86.58 (§ 86.09.020 ).
  • Key dimensional standards:
    • Height (main building): Pitched/flat limits tied to roof pitch—e.g., up to about 27.5 ft at 3:12–<6:12; different caps for flatter roofs and parapets (§ 86.09.040, height table ).
    • Accessory building height: Ranges by roof pitch; e.g., 11 ft (<3:12) to 14 ft 4 in (≥3:12–<6:12), with limited parapet/area allowances (§ 86.09.040(C) ).
    • Side yards and view corridors: Requires designated “view corridor side yards” with additional rules; these must remain open to the sky above 6 ft to preserve bay views (§ 86.09.090, § 86.09.100 ).
    • FAR: A base and maximum FAR system applies; see the district chart in § 86.09.050 (and associated FAR bonus/deduction program) (§ 86.09.050 ; FAR bonus items shown in the code excerpts ).
    • Structural coverage, lot width, and yards: Governed in §§ 86.09.060–.080 and § 86.09.140; verify project-specific applicability (citations index: § 86.09.060–.100, .130–.230 ).
    • Landscaping, facade treatment, certification: See § 86.09.160, § 86.09.170, and § 86.09.220 (lot/building certification) (; ).
  • Practical nuance: Much of the subzone math hinges on “Adjusted Lot Area” and view-corridor lot adjacency; double-check which of the bay/First Street lot categories your parcel falls into before computing FAR/coverage (§ 86.09.030–.050 ).

R-1B – Single-Family Residential Zone (Small-Lot Single-Family/Duplex)

  • Purpose and where it applies: Single-family and duplex neighborhoods on smaller lots (min 3,500 sq ft per dwelling); duplex or two SFDs allowed on lots ≥ 7,000 sq ft (§ 86.10.010–.020 ; lot minimum § 86.10.090 ).
  • Typical permitted uses: One SFD; duplex on qualifying lots; accessory uses; two-unit projects subject to § 86.56.180 (§ 86.10.020(E) ).
  • Key dimensional standards:
    • Rear yard: First story 10% of lot depth (max 10 ft); second-story rear yard 40% of lot depth (or 30% if lot ≤110 ft deep); strict limits on decks/balconies in second-story rear yard (§ 86.10.050 ).
    • Side yards: Percentage of lot width by lot size tier (similar to R-1A), never less than 3 ft; alley sides generally capped at 5 ft (§ 86.10.060 ).
    • Structural coverage: Max 50%; up to 60% if the main building is a single story with low roof heights (§ 86.10.100 ).
    • Daylight plane/height and FAR: Regulated at § 86.10.030 and § 86.10.035 (standards exist; numeric values not captured here). Not found in retrieved materials for specifics (citations index: § 86.10.030–.035 ).
    • Parking/landscaping: Chapter 86.58 for parking; landscaping standards in § 86.10.120 (landscaping percent requirements) (parking cross-refs captured throughout; landscaping at § 86.10.120 ).

R-3 – Multiple-Family Residential Zone

  • Purpose: Allows multi-family development (§ 86.14.010 ).
  • Typical permitted uses: Multi-family dwellings; see chapter for details (§ 86.14.020, not retrieved; verify with the jurisdiction).
  • Key dimensional standards:
    • Front yard: 25% of lot depth (max 25 ft), with relief for shallow lots and alley-only frontages (§ 86.14.040 ).
    • Rear yard: 10% of lot depth (max 10 ft), with 5 ft minimum from rear property line for accessory or attached covered parking (§ 86.14.050 ).
    • Side yards (interior/corner): 10% of lot width; never less than 3 ft, and need not exceed 5 ft (§ 86.14.070(A) ).
    • Structural coverage: Up to 60% for multi-family/nonresidential; 50% for SFD/duplex (one-story option to 60%) (§ 86.14.110 ).
    • Parking and design review: Parking in Chapter 86.58; design review required (§§ 86.14.100, 86.14.120, captured by index ).

R-5 – Multiple-Family Residential Zone (High Density)

  • Purpose: High-quality multi-family at overall max density 47 du/ac (§ 86.18.010 & .070 ; ).
  • Typical permitted uses: Multi-family dwellings; related accessory uses (§ 86.18.020 ).
  • Key dimensional standards:
    • Height (principal buildings): “No more and no less than 150 ft” for multi-family structures (verify project context; this implements unique high-rise areas) (§ 86.18.030 ).
    • Front yard: 25% of lot depth (max 25 ft) (§ 86.18.040 ).
    • Rear yard: 25% of lot depth (max 25 ft) (§ 86.18.050 ).
    • Side yard: 10% of lot width, min 5 ft; increase 1 ft per story above second (§ 86.18.060 ).
    • Structural coverage: Max 33% (§ 86.18.080 ).
    • Parking/design review/landscaping: Parking in Chapter 86.58; design review required; landscaping typically 35% res, 15% nonres (§§ 86.18.090–.120 ).

R-SCD – Residential–Special Care Development Zone

  • Purpose: Facilities such as skilled nursing and residential special care (§ 86.20.010–.020, not retrieved; verify with the jurisdiction).
  • Key dimensional standards:
    • Height: Max 30 ft and no more than two stories (§ 86.20.030 ).
    • Yards: Front 25 ft (skilled nursing) or 20 ft (residential special care); sides 7.5 ft; rear 20 ft (§§ 86.20.040–.060 ).
    • Structural coverage: Max 55% (§ 86.20.080 ).
    • Parking/landscaping: Parking per 86.58; landscaping 35% res, 15% nonres (§§ 86.20.070, .100 ).

H-M – Hotel–Motel Zone

  • Purpose: Tourist-serving accommodations (hotels/motels, restaurants, etc.) (§ 86.32.010–.020, excerpts retrieved for standards below ; ).
  • Key dimensional standards:
    • Height: Max 40 ft and 3 stories (§ 86.32.040 ).
    • Yards: Front 25 ft; side (interior) 5 ft; side (corner) 10 ft; rear 10 ft (§§ 86.32.050–.080 ).
    • Other conditions: Design review; trash enclosures; fully enclosed operations except specified uses; parking per 86.58 (§ 86.32.090–.100 ).

HE Overlay – Housing Element Sites and Affordable Housing Incentives

  • What it does: Modifies standards for qualifying affordable housing projects on mapped HE subzones and sets a citywide minimum density for projects creating new units within the overlay (§ 86.34.030 ).
  • Standards for qualifying affordable projects (Table 86.34‑1):
    • Height: 4 stories / 42 ft (additional 5 ft for vertical mixed-use if ground-floor ceiling ≥14 ft)
    • FAR: 1.6 in HE‑1; no max in HE‑2
    • Structural coverage: 75% in HE‑1; no max in HE‑2
    • Setbacks: HE-1 front 15 ft; sides per R-3 side yard rule; rear per Orange Avenue Corridor Specific Plan reference; HE‑2 has no minimum setbacks (see table notes)
    • Minimum lot area per unit: 1,089 sq ft (both HE‑1 and HE‑2)
    • Minimum residential density (for projects creating units): 20 du/ac (with a mapped exception at 517 Orange Ave) (§ 86.34.030 and Table 86.34‑1 ; ; ).
  • Special sites: Housing Element “opportunity sites” at 1515 2nd St and 149 A Ave have tailored standards—e.g., up to 5 stories / 50 ft, with special step-downs near 1st/2nd Streets and targeted 10 ft setbacks on A Ave and specific street frontages (§ 86.42.055(A)–(B) ).

P – Parking Overlay Zone

  • What it does: Allows open-air, temporary parking and applies parking-area standards; parking must follow Chapter 86.58 (§§ 86.24.010–.020 ). Development standards are addressed in § 86.24.030 (not retrieved; verify with the jurisdiction).

TOZ – Tidelands Ordinance Zone

  • What it does: Caps intensity along the tidelands: max 40 ft height; FAR 100%; 60% structural coverage; requires public shoreline access and heavy open-space ratios; favors coast-dependent uses (§ 86.39.030–.060, with core standards summarized in § 86.39.030 items E–F ).

Scenic Highway Overlay (S‑H)

  • What it does: Overlay that protects views and regulates aesthetics along designated scenic corridors; it governs if there’s a conflict with the base zone (§ 86.44.010 ).

Citywide Exceptions and Special Provisions You’ll Use

  • Setback exceptions for porches, balconies, decks, and porte‑cocheres appear in §§ 86.56.595–.610 (e.g., front-porch projections up to 8 ft; balconies with conditions; porte‑cochere side-yard encroachment limits) (; ).
  • R‑4 references: Height exceptions and front‑yard encroachment rules for multiple-family in the R‑4 Zone exist in § 86.56.048 and § 86.56.606 (if your parcel is R‑4, confirm the base R‑4 chapter) (; ).
  • Two‑unit residential developments (state SB 9 rules as locally implemented): Minimum 4 ft side/rear setbacks (or the zone standard if less), must allow two 800‑sf units via minimum waivers, capped at 16 ft/one story for new units, and specific limits on where front-yard reductions are allowed (§ 86.56.180(D) ; ).

Quick-Glance Standards Table (selected districts)

District Height Front Setback Side Setback Rear Setback Structural Coverage FAR Code Reference
R-1A Not found in retrieved materials Not found in retrieved materials 10%–15% of lot width; min 3 ft; alley side ≤5 ft Second-story rear yard for reversed corners = 20% lot depth 50% (60% if 1-story) — § 86.08.060; § 86.08.070; § 86.08.110
R-1A(BF) Up to ~27.5 ft depending on roof pitch See chapter (verify) View corridor side yard; open-to-sky above 6 ft See chapter (verify) See § 86.09.140 Base + max FAR by table § 86.09.040; § 86.09.090–.100; § 86.09.050; § 86.09.140
R-1B Daylight plane/height controls (verify specifics) Not found in retrieved materials Percent-of-width table; min 3 ft; alley side ≤5 ft 10% of lot depth (max 10 ft) 1st story; 40% (or 30% if lot ≤110 ft) 2nd story 50% (60% if 1-story) Zone FAR standard exists § 86.10.030–.035; § 86.10.060; § 86.10.050; § 86.10.100
R-3 — 25% lot depth (max 25 ft); shallow/ alley exceptions 10% lot width; 3–5 ft 10% lot depth (max 10 ft); ≥5 ft for accessory/attached covered parking 60% (MF/nonres); 50% SFD/duplex; 60% if 1-story SFD/duplex — § 86.14.040–.050; § 86.14.070; § 86.14.110
R-5 “No more and no less than 150 ft” (MF) 25% lot depth (max 25 ft) 10% lot width; min 5 ft; +1 ft/story >2 25% lot depth (max 25 ft) 33% — § 86.18.030–.060; .080
H-M 40 ft; 3 stories 25 ft 5 ft interior; 10 ft corner 10 ft — — § 86.32.040–.080
HE Overlay (Qualifying) 4 stories; 42 ft (+5 ft for vertical MU) HE‑1: 15 ft; HE‑2: no min HE‑1: per R‑3; HE‑2: no min HE‑1: per OACP; HE‑2: no min HE‑1: 75%; HE‑2: no max HE‑1: 1.6; HE‑2: no max § 86.34.030 (Table 86.34‑1)

Also see land use to align proposed uses with the base zone, and nonconforming uses if an existing structure doesn’t meet today’s setbacks or height.

Checklist

  • Confirm base zoning district and any overlays on the parcel (HE, S‑H, TOZ) via the City map.
  • Compute minimum lot area and lot-width rules for the zone/subzone (§ 86.08.100; § 86.09.060; § 86.10.090) .
  • Apply front/side/rear setbacks for your district; check second-story rear yard rules where applicable (e.g., R‑1B § 86.10.050; R‑3 § 86.14.040–.050) .
  • Verify height caps or roof‑pitch‑based limits (e.g., R‑1A(BF) § 86.09.040; H‑M § 86.32.040; R‑5 § 86.18.030) .
  • Check structural coverage and, if applicable, FAR limits/bonuses (e.g., R‑1A § 86.08.110; R‑1B § 86.10.100; R‑1A(BF) § 86.09.050/.140) .
  • Confirm parking ratios/layout in Chapter 86.58; many districts cross‑reference it (e.g., § 86.14.100; § 86.32.090(C)) .
  • Meet landscaping percentages (typically 35% res/15% nonres in residential districts) and any facade/streetscape requirements (§ 86.08.130; § 86.14.130; § 86.09.170) .
  • If in an overlay (HE, S‑H, TOZ), apply modified standards (e.g., HE min density 20 du/ac; TOZ 40‑ft height, 100% FAR cap) (§ 86.34.030; § 86.39.030) .
  • Consider design review triggers; many zones require it for new development (§ 86.14.120; § 86.18.100; § 86.32.090(A)) .
  • If pursuing a two‑unit residential development (SB 9), apply the special Coronado rules (min 4‑ft side/rear, 16‑ft/1‑story height, and limited waivers) (§ 86.56.180(D)) .
  • For unusual encroachments or site features, check exception sections in Chapter 86.56 (porches, balconies, porte‑cocheres) and consider variances and exceptions if needed (e.g., §§ 86.56.595–.610) .

Risks & Ambiguities

Issue Why it matters What to verify
R‑1A front/rear yard numbers missing The retrieved excerpts did not include R‑1A’s base front/rear yard formulas Confirm § 86.08.040–.050 in the current code. Not found in retrieved materials.
R‑5 “no more and no less than 150 ft” height Unique to high‑rise area; misinterpretation could upend feasibility Confirm parcel actually zoned R‑5 and apply § 86.18.030 precisely .
R‑1A(BF) FAR/coverage math Adjusted Lot Area and view‑corridor status change what counts Identify lot category (bay‑adjoining, frontage road, First Street) and use § 86.09.030–.050 correctly .
HE Overlay vs. base R‑3 Qualifying affordable projects get different height/FAR/coverage Confirm eligibility, subzone (HE‑1 vs. HE‑2), and Table 86.34‑1 rules (§ 86.34.030) .
Two‑unit (SB 9) limits Standard setbacks/coverage often yield to SB 9 minimums Apply § 86.56.180(D) and related parking/design rules carefully .
Encroachment features Porches, balconies, and porte‑cocheres have precise inch/ft caps Cross‑check §§ 86.56.595–.610 for your design details .
Nonconforming conditions Alterations to nonconforming setbacks/height have strict rules See Chapter 86.50 and the City’s nonconforming uses page (§ 86.50.080–.100 index ).

Plain-English Summary

Coronado’s development standards mostly come down to your district and whether an overlay applies. Expect percentage-based setbacks tied to lot size, strict caps on building height (especially along the bayfront where roof pitch and open view corridors drive design), and structural coverage limits around 50% unless you remain one story. Multi-family zones use lot‑depth/width percentages for setbacks and add structural coverage caps. If you’re in the HE Overlay or doing a two‑unit (SB 9) project, different, objective standards kick in—check those first.

Source References

  • Title 86 Zoning (selected chapters and sections):
    • R‑1A: § 86.08.060 (side yards), § 86.08.070 (reversed corner lots), § 86.08.100 (lot area), § 86.08.110 (coverage), § 86.08.130 (landscaping)
    • R‑1A(BF): § 86.09.040 (height), § 86.09.050 (FAR), § 86.09.090–.100 (view corridors), § 86.09.160–.170 (landscaping/facade)
    • R‑1B: § 86.10.050 (rear yards), § 86.10.060 (side yards), § 86.10.090 (lot area), § 86.10.100 (coverage), § 86.10.030–.035 (height/FAR index)
    • R‑3: § 86.14.040–.050 (front/rear yards), § 86.14.070 (side yards), § 86.14.110 (coverage), § 86.14.100/.120 (parking/design review index)
    • R‑5: § 86.18.030–.060, .080–.120 (height, setbacks, coverage, parking, design review, landscaping)
    • R‑SCD: § 86.20.030–.100 (height, yards, coverage, parking, design review, landscaping)
    • H‑M: § 86.32.040–.100 (height, yards, other conditions, landscaping)
    • HE Overlay: § 86.34.020–.030, Table 86.34‑1; citywide min density rule; site‑specific flood/sea‑level provisions (§ 86.34.030(D))
    • TOZ: § 86.39.030 (height/FAR/coverage/open space), § 86.39.040–.060 (program elements)
    • Exceptions/encroachments (selected): §§ 86.56.595–.610; R‑4 exceptions at § 86.56.048; R‑4 front‑yard encroachment at § 86.56.606
    • Two-unit (SB 9) local standards: § 86.56.180(D) (setbacks, height, waivers)
  • Related internal resources: Coronado Zoning, Coronado Parking, Coronado Design Review, Coronado Overlay Districts, Coronado Landscaping and Screening, Coronado Nonconforming Uses, Coronado ADUs, California Building Standards Code, California housing laws

Sources

Retrieved passages

  • CMC § 800 (Chapter 82.68) High relevance
  • CMC § 80.00.040 (§ 3) High relevance
  • CMC § 86.09.090 High relevance
  • CMC § 86.56.130 (Title 86) High relevance
  • CMC § 7060 (Section 7060) High relevance
  • CMC § 3 (chapter is) High relevance
  • CMC § 86.56.130 (§ 3) High relevance
  • CMC § 86.14.060 (Chapter 82.21) High relevance
  • CMC § 3 (Title 86) High relevance
  • CMC § 3 (§ 3) High relevance
  • CMC § 3 (§ 3) High relevance
  • CMC § 86.56.635 (Chapter 86.50) High relevance
  • CBC § 3 (Title 86) High relevance
  • CMC § 86.56.635 (§ 3) High relevance
  • CMC § 86.56.130 (Title 86) High relevance
  • CMC § 86.09.090 (Title 86) High relevance
  • CMC § 86.56.130 (Title 86) High relevance
  • Coronado Zoning Code (Section 87) High relevance
  • CMC § 86.04.308 (Title 86) High relevance
  • Coronado Zoning Code (Title 86) High relevance

Cited sections

  • Title 86 Zoning (selected chapters and sections): (Title 86)
  • R‑1A: § 86.08.060 (side yards), § 86.08.070 (reversed corner lots), § 86.08.100 (lot area), § 86.08.110 (coverage), § 86.08.130 (landscaping) (§ 86.08.060)
  • R‑1A(BF): § 86.09.040 (height), § 86.09.050 (FAR), § 86.09.090–.100 (view corridors), § 86.09.160–.170 (landscaping/facade) (§ 86.09.040)
  • R‑1B: § 86.10.050 (rear yards), § 86.10.060 (side yards), § 86.10.090 (lot area), § 86.10.100 (coverage), § 86.10.030–.035 (height/FAR index) (§ 86.10.050)
  • R‑3: § 86.14.040–.050 (front/rear yards), § 86.14.070 (side yards), § 86.14.110 (coverage), § 86.14.100/.120 (parking/design review index) (§ 86.14.040)
  • R‑5: § 86.18.030–.060, .080–.120 (height, setbacks, coverage, parking, design review, landscaping) (§ 86.18.030)
  • R‑SCD: § 86.20.030–.100 (height, yards, coverage, parking, design review, landscaping) (§ 86.20.030)
  • H‑M: § 86.32.040–.100 (height, yards, other conditions, landscaping) (§ 86.32.040)
  • HE Overlay: § 86.34.020–.030, Table 86.34‑1; citywide min density rule; site‑specific flood/sea‑level provisions (§ 86.34.030(D)) (§ 86.34.020)
  • TOZ: § 86.39.030 (height/FAR/coverage/open space), § 86.39.040–.060 (program elements) (§ 86.39.030)
  • Exceptions/encroachments (selected): §§ 86.56.595–.610; R‑4 exceptions at § 86.56.048; R‑4 front‑yard encroachment at § 86.56.606 (§ 86.56.595)
  • Two-unit (SB 9) local standards: § 86.56.180(D) (setbacks, height, waivers) (§ 86.56.180)
  • Related internal resources: Coronado Zoning, Coronado Parking, Coronado Design Review, Coronado Overlay Districts, Coronado Landscaping and Screening, Coronado Nonconforming Uses, Coronado ADUs, California Building Standards Code, California housing laws
  • Coronado_ZoningCode.md

Frequently asked questions

What can I build on an R-1B lot in Coronado?

One single-family dwelling is allowed on lots with at least 3,500 sq ft; on lots of 7,000 sq ft or more, a duplex or two single-family dwellings under common ownership are allowed. Rear yard is 10% of lot depth (max 10 ft) at the first story, with a much deeper second-story rear yard (40% or 30% if the lot is 110 ft deep or less). Side yards follow a percent-of-width table with a 3-ft minimum. Coverage is 50% (60% if one story) (§ 86.10.020, § 86.10.050, § 86.10.060, § 86.10.100) .

How do setbacks work along the bay in the R-1A(BF) Subzone?

You’ll designate a “view corridor side yard” that must remain open to the sky above 6 ft, preserving views from First Street to the bay. Other side yards and height limits also change with roof pitch, and FAR uses a base/maximum schedule with possible bonuses/deductions. Verify your lot’s category (bay-adjoining vs. frontage road vs. First Street) before computing numbers (§ 86.09.040, § 86.09.050, § 86.09.090–.100) .

What are the R-3 (multi-family) front and rear yard requirements?

Front yards are 25% of lot depth (max 25 ft), with relief for shallow lots and alley-only frontages. Rear yards are 10% of lot depth (max 10 ft), with a 5-ft minimum from the rear property line for accessory structures and attached covered parking. Side yards are 10% of lot width, never less than 3 ft and need not exceed 5 ft (§ 86.14.040–.050, § 86.14.070) .

I’m planning a two-unit (SB 9) project. Do standard Coronado setbacks still apply?

Some do—but Coronado’s SB 9 section sets minimum side/rear setbacks of 4 ft or the zone’s standard if less, requires allowing two 800-sf units via the least‑deviation waiver approach, and caps new SB 9 units at 16 ft/one story. Waivers to front yards and parking are limited. Read § 86.56.180(D) closely for the objective limits and exceptions (§ 86.56.180(D)) .

Does the HE Overlay change height and FAR downtown?

Yes. Qualifying affordable projects in HE‑1 can go to 4 stories/42 ft (with an extra 5 ft for vertical mixed‑use under specific conditions) and FAR 1.6 with 75% structural coverage, while HE‑2 removes FAR and coverage maximums and has no minimum setbacks. All other standards revert to the base zone. There’s also a minimum density of 20 du/ac for projects creating new units, with a mapped exception at 517 Orange Ave (§ 86.34.030, Table 86.34‑1) .

How tall can a hotel be in the H‑M zone?

Up to 40 ft and three stories, with a 25‑ft front setback, 5‑ft interior side yard (10 ft on corners), and a 10‑ft rear yard. Parking and design review apply to new development (§ 86.32.040–.090) .

What are the landscaping requirements for residential projects?

Many residential districts require at least 35% of site area to be landscaped (commercial areas typically 15%), with district‑specific front yard landscaping ratios and street tree obligations in some single-family chapters (§ 86.08.130; § 86.14.130; § 86.18.120) .

Are there citywide exceptions for porches and balconies into setbacks?

Yes. Covered porches can project up to 8 ft into front or rear yards (never closer than 3 ft to the property line), and certain covered balconies/decks have defined encroachment limits. Porte‑cocheres may encroach partially into side yards if they meet height/open‑sided criteria (§§ 86.56.595–.610) .

Do I need design review?

Frequently—multi-family and most nonresidential zones require it, and some residential projects do as well. Check your chapter’s “Design review required” section (e.g., R‑3 § 86.14.120; R‑5 § 86.18.100; H‑M § 86.32.090(A)) and see our design review page for process tips .

Do state housing laws affect Coronado’s standards?

Yes—SB 9 two‑unit developments and HE Overlay affordability provisions overlay local standards. See Coronado’s SB 9 section (§ 86.56.180(D)) and our pages on California housing laws and California ADU law for state context . ---

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