Livingston · Land use · Duplex
Where is a duplex allowed in Livingston?
In Livingston, a duplex is allowed in 1 base zone (R-2), needs a conditional use permit in 1 (R-1, it with a condition) and not allowed in 10 (Livingston use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: R-2
- Needs a permit: R-1
- Not allowed: R-E, R-3, C-1, DTC, C-2, C-3, M-1, M-2 and 2 more
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Livingston 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 duplex can go
Livingston's code calls this use “Dwelling, duplex”. 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-2 Medium Density Residential | Allowed | § 5-3-15 |
| R-1 Low Density Residential | Needs a conditional use permit — see note Note 1: General plan provisions for low density residential allow for innovative designs, which utilize clustering, duplexes or halfplexes on corner lots, zero lot line or planned development features, in the R-1 Zone | § 5-3-15 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Table 2 note 1 sits on the R-1 cell: duplexes or halfplexes on corner lots are named as a design option in R-1.
- State law: SB 9 (Gov. Code § 65852.21) allows two homes on most single-family lots with a ministerial permit, also where this table says no.
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in Livingston
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a duplex in the R-1 zone in Livingston?
Only with a conditional use permit. Livingston's use table lists it that way in R-1 (Low Density Residential) (§ 5-3-15). The code adds a condition: “General plan provisions for low density residential allow for innovative designs, which utilize clustering, duplexes or halfplexes on corner lots, zero lot line or planned development features, in the R-1 Zone”
Can I have a duplex in the R-E zone in Livingston?
No. Livingston's use table does not allow it in R-E (Estate Residential) (§ 5-3-15).
Can I have a duplex in the R-2 zone in Livingston?
Yes. Livingston's use table lists it as allowed in R-2 (Medium Density Residential) (§ 5-3-15).
General information, not legal advice.
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