Escalon · Zoning · R-E
Escalon R-E zoning: height, setbacks and lot size
In Escalon's R-E zone, buildings can be up to 35 ft (2 stories) tall, the front setback is 25 ft and the minimum lot size is 25,000 sq ft (Escalon code, read October 2026).
Key points
- Maximum building height: 35 ft
- Maximum number of stories: 2 stories
- Minimum front setback: 25 ft
- Minimum side setback: 10 ft on one side and 20 ft on the other side
- Minimum rear setback: 20 ft
- Minimum lot size: 25,000 sq ft
- Maximum lot coverage: 35%
R-E (Estate Residential District) is a zoning district in Escalon. Every value below was read from the Escalon 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-E
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 § 17.13.040 · code textMaximum height: Two stories, but not exceeding 35 feet in height. |
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| Maximum number of stories | 2 stories § 17.13.040 · code textMaximum height: Two stories, but not exceeding 35 feet in height. |
| Minimum front setback | 25 ft § 17.13.040 · code textFront: 25 feet. |
| Minimum side setback | 10 ft on one side and 20 ft on the other side § 17.13.040 · code textSide: 10 feet on one side and 20 feet on the other side. A corner lot shall have a side yard abutting a street of not less than 20 feet. |
| Minimum rear setback | 20 ft § 17.13.040 · code textRear: 20 feet. |
| Minimum lot size | 25,000 sq ft § 17.13.040 · code textMinimum lot area: 25,000 square feet. |
| Maximum lot coverage | 35% § 17.13.040 · code textMaximum building coverage: 35 percent. |
Uses in R-E
Uses the code's use tables allow in R-E, or allow with a permit. Each links to its page with the code section.
- Church or place of worship — Needs a conditional use permit
When a different number applies
The code sets other values for particular lots, buildings or locations in R-E:
- Minimum side setback: 20 ft — Corner lot; side yard abutting a street § 17.13.040
Not on this page
We did not find a general FAR, density limit for R-E in the zoning tables we read. The code may still set one elsewhere — check the Escalon Municipal Code.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum building height in Escalon's R-E zone?
35 ft — Escalon Municipal Code § 17.13.040.
What is the maximum number of stories in Escalon's R-E zone?
2 stories — Escalon Municipal Code § 17.13.040.
What is the minimum front setback in Escalon's R-E zone?
25 ft — Escalon Municipal Code § 17.13.040.
What is the minimum side setback in Escalon's R-E zone?
10 ft on one side and 20 ft on the other side — Escalon Municipal Code § 17.13.040.
What is the minimum rear setback in Escalon's R-E zone?
20 ft — Escalon Municipal Code § 17.13.040.
General information, not legal advice.
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