Georgia zoning / City of Gainesville / MF
MF Zoning in City of Gainesville, GA — Multi-Family
Dimensional standards not verified — confirm with planningMF (Multi-Family) is a residential zoning district in City of Gainesville, Georgia. It permits multifamily, townhome, duplex by right. The district requires a 6,000 sq ft minimum lot, 20 ft front setbacks, building up to 50 ft (standards not verified — confirm with planning).
Permitted by right
Conditional / special permit
Not permitted
MF district requirements(not verified — confirm with planning)
| Minimum lot size | 6,000 sq ft |
| Minimum lot width | 50 ft |
| Front setback | 20 ft |
| Side setback | 10 ft |
| Rear setback | 20 ft |
| Maximum height | 50 ft |
| Maximum stories | 4 |
| Maximum lot coverage | 55% |
| Maximum density | 24 units/acre |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum lot size in MF zoning in City of Gainesville?
The minimum lot size in the MF district is 6,000 sq ft (not verified — confirm with planning).
What are the setbacks for MF in City of Gainesville?
MF requires a 20 ft front setback, 10 ft side setback, and 20 ft rear setback (not verified — confirm with planning).
What can you build in MF zoning in City of Gainesville?
Permitted uses in MF include multifamily, townhome, duplex. Conditional (special-permit) uses include single family, triplex, quadplex.
How tall can you build in MF in City of Gainesville?
The maximum building height in MF is 50 ft (not verified — confirm with planning).
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