Rear Yard Setback

Rear Yard Setback

Rear Yard Setback is a term used to describe a building regulation that dictates the minimum amount of space that must be left between the rear of a building and the rear property line. This regulation is designed to promote the health, safety and welfare of the public by ensuring that there is sufficient space to properly maintain the building and its occupants. Additionally, the regulation is intended to provide an aesthetically pleasing environment for the surrounding neighborhood. In many localities, the Rear Yard Setback requirement is the same regardless of the type of building, while in some localities the regulations may differ depending on the type of building. For example, a single-family dwelling may require a higher minimum rear yard setback than a multi-family dwelling of the same size. The Rear Yard Setback regulation may also be supplemented by other regulations, such as maximum building height, maximum floor area ratio, or minimum side yard or front yard setback requirements.

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— Sarah Hall

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