Clovis · Zoning · R-1
Clovis R-1 zoning: height, setbacks and lot size
In Clovis's R-1 zone, generally buildings can be up to 35 ft. (2-1/2 stories) tall, the front setback is 20 ft. and the minimum lot size is 6,000 sq. ft., with the conditions listed below (Clovis code, read October 2026).
Key points
- Maximum building height: 35 ft.
- Maximum number of stories: 2-1/2 stories
- Minimum front setback: 20 ft.
- Minimum side setback: 5 ft. each side
- Minimum rear setback: 20 ft.
- Minimum lot size: 6,000 sq. ft. (Where the Zone Map designates R-1-6,000. The Zone Map sets the minimum for each R-1 parcel; larger minimums are listed below.)
- Maximum lot coverage: 40%
R-1 is a zoning district in Clovis. Every value below was read from the Clovis 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 R-1
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 | 35 ft. The code attaches note 13 to this value. This page does not show it; read the code before relying on the number. § 9.10.030 · code textTable row “Main Structure – Maximum Height (Whichever Is Less)”, column “R-1 (13)”: 35 ft./2-1/2 stories |
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| Maximum number of stories | 2-1/2 stories The code attaches note 13 to this value. This page does not show it; read the code before relying on the number. § 9.10.030 · code textTable row “Main Structure – Maximum Height (Whichever Is Less)”, column “R-1 (13)”: 35 ft./2-1/2 stories |
| Minimum front setback | 20 ft. The code attaches note 13 to this value. This page does not show it; read the code before relying on the number. § 9.10.030 · code textTable row “Front”, column “R-1 (13)”: 20 ft. |
| Minimum side setback | 5 ft. each side The code attaches note 13 to this value. This page does not show it; read the code before relying on the number. § 9.10.030 · code textTable row “Side (Each)”, column “R-1 (13)”: 5 ft. each side |
| Minimum rear setback | 20 ft. The code attaches note 13 to this value. This page does not show it; read the code before relying on the number. § 9.10.030 · code textTable row “Rear”, column “R-1 (13)”: 20 ft. |
| Minimum lot size | 6,000 sq. ft. Applies: Where the Zone Map designates R-1-6,000. The Zone Map sets the minimum for each R-1 parcel; larger minimums are listed below. See note 13 below the table in the code. § 9.10.030 · code textTable row “Minimum Parcel Size”, column “R-1 (13)”: 6,000 sq. ft. Note 13: The minimum parcel area shall be designated on the Zone Map for each R-1 parcel, as follows: R-1-24,000 sq. ft.; R-1-18,000 sq. ft.; R-1-9,500 sq. ft.; R-1-7,500 sq. ft.; R-1-6,000 sq. ft. |
| Maximum lot coverage | 40% See note 8 below the table in the code. The code attaches note 13 to this value. This page does not show it; read the code before relying on the number. § 9.10.030 · code textTable row “Maximum Parcel Coverage (8)”, column “R-1 (13)”: 40% Note 8: In single-family residential districts, the Director, through a single-family residential site plan review application, may grant a bonus parcel coverage provision of up to forty-five percent (45%) in compliance with subsection B of this section (Bonus parcel coverage). A particular model home, existing home or subdivision may be granted bonus parcel coverage based upon the provision of amenities |
When a different number applies
The code sets other values for particular lots, buildings or locations in R-1:
- Minimum lot size: 24,000 sq. ft. — Parcel marked R-1-24,000 on the Zone Map § 9.10.030
- Minimum lot size: 18,000 sq. ft. — Parcel marked R-1-18,000 on the Zone Map § 9.10.030
- Minimum lot size: 9,500 sq. ft. — Parcel marked R-1-9,500 on the Zone Map § 9.10.030
- Minimum lot size: 7,500 sq. ft. — Parcel marked R-1-7,500 on the Zone Map § 9.10.030
Not on this page
We did not find a general FAR, density limit for R-1 in the zoning tables we read. The code may still set one elsewhere — check the Clovis Municipal Code.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum building height in Clovis's R-1 zone?
35 ft. — Clovis Municipal Code § 9.10.030. The code attaches notes or conditions to this value; read the section before relying on it.
What is the maximum number of stories in Clovis's R-1 zone?
2-1/2 stories — Clovis Municipal Code § 9.10.030. The code attaches notes or conditions to this value; read the section before relying on it.
What is the minimum front setback in Clovis's R-1 zone?
20 ft. — Clovis Municipal Code § 9.10.030. The code attaches notes or conditions to this value; read the section before relying on it.
What is the minimum side setback in Clovis's R-1 zone?
5 ft. each side — Clovis Municipal Code § 9.10.030. The code attaches notes or conditions to this value; read the section before relying on it.
What is the minimum rear setback in Clovis's R-1 zone?
20 ft. — Clovis Municipal Code § 9.10.030. The code attaches notes or conditions to this value; read the section before relying on it.
General information, not legal advice.
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