FL Building Boundary Setback
FL boundary setback: distance from building to property line. Creates building envelope. Nothing built in setback except encroachments. Permitted: fences (6 ft side/rear), pools (rear with limits), eaves (2-3 ft), AC units (side), driveways/walkways, and landscaping. Check local code. Measurement: property line to nearest building part (foundation, walls, covered porches). Some jurisdictions: outermost projection or wall face. Current survey essential.
What It Is
- Distance to property line
- Building envelope
Permitted Encroachments
- Fences, pools, eaves
- AC, driveways
- Check local code
Measurement
- Property line to building
- Projection vs. wall face
- Survey essential
Related Terms
Barnes Walker Zoning
Barnes Walker handles FL setbacks. Request a legal inquiry.
Florida Law Reference
Fla. Stat. Ch. 163, Part II (Community Planning Act)
Requires local governments to adopt comprehensive plans and land development regulations governing zoning, density, and permitted land uses.
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