Lodi RHD zoning: height, setbacks and lot size

RHD is a zoning district in Lodi. Every value below was read from the Lodi Municipal Code and links to its section (read October 2026). State laws such as the ADU and SB 9 rules can allow more on a residential lot. General information, not legal advice — read the code text and check with the city before you build.

Development standards in RHD

The general rule for a typical lot in this zone. Zoning tables often attach notes, such as rules for corner lots, lots next to a residential zone, or new subdivisions only. Open “code text” under a value to see the table cell or sentence it was read from.

Maximum building height	60 ft. § 17.18.040 · code text Table row “Height limit”, column “RHD”: 4 stories, not to exceed 60 ft.
Maximum number of stories	4 stories § 17.18.040 · code text Table row “Height limit”, column “RHD”: 4 stories, not to exceed 60 ft.
Minimum front setback	15 ft. § 17.18.040 · code text Table row “Front”, column “RHD”: 15 ft.
Minimum side setback	5 ft. See note 3 below the table in the code. § 17.18.040 · code text Table row “Sides (each)”, column “RHD”: 5 ft. (3) Note 3: Five feet for porch.
Minimum rear setback	10 ft. § 17.18.040 · code text Table row “Rear”, column “RHD”: 10 ft.
Minimum lot size	4,000 sq. ft. Applies: Single-family § 17.18.040 · code text Table row “Area—Single-Family”, column “RHD”: 4,000 sq. ft.
Maximum lot coverage	60% § 17.18.040 · code text Table row “Site coverage”, column “RHD”: 60%
Maximum density	15 to 35 units per acre Applies: the code sets a range: at least 15, at most 35 See note 1 below the table in the code. § 17.18.040 · code text Table row “Density (1)”, column “RHD”: 15 to 35 du/ac Note 1: Maximum number of dwellings allowed per gross acre in a residential development. Where a density range is shown, development may be allowed at any density within the range, provided that the project complies with all applicable development code provisions, and any applicable objectives, policies, and programs of the general plan. The actual number of units allowed is determined through the applica

Uses in RHD

Uses the code's use tables allow in RHD, or allow with a permit. Each links to its page with the code section.

Single-family home — Needs an use permit
Apartment building — Allowed
Residential care home (7 or more) — Needs an use permit
Child care center — Needs an use permit
Church or place of worship — Needs an use permit

When a different number applies

The code sets other values for particular lots, buildings or locations in RHD:

Minimum lot size: 8,000 sq. ft. — Multi-family § 17.18.040

Not on this page

We did not find a general FAR limit for RHD in the zoning tables we read. The code may still set one elsewhere — check the Lodi Municipal Code.

Other Lodi zoning districts

Who this affects

HomeownersArchitects and designersDevelopersReal estate agents

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum building height in Lodi's RHD zone?

60 ft. — Lodi Municipal Code § 17.18.040.

What is the maximum number of stories in Lodi's RHD zone?

4 stories — Lodi Municipal Code § 17.18.040.

What is the minimum front setback in Lodi's RHD zone?

15 ft. — Lodi Municipal Code § 17.18.040.

What is the minimum side setback in Lodi's RHD zone?

5 ft. — Lodi Municipal Code § 17.18.040.

What is the minimum rear setback in Lodi's RHD zone?

10 ft. — Lodi Municipal Code § 17.18.040.

General information, not legal advice.