Understanding Your Zoning Analysis

Reading the Zoning Map

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The color-coded map shows different zoning classifications. Each color represents permitted uses and development standards:

Click on a nearby parcel to start a new study for the selected property

Key Terms

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FAR (Floor Area Ratio)

The ratio of total building floor area to the lot area. A FAR of 2.0 means you can build twice the lot's square footage.

Height Restrictions

Maximum building height allowed, typically measured in feet or stories. May include stepped height requirements.

Setbacks

Required distances between buildings and property lines. Includes front, rear, and side yard requirements.

Understanding what's allowed on your property is crucial for development planning, here are some examples of what you might see:

Permitted Uses

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  • Permitted By Right

  • Conditional Use

  1. Single Family Residential

  2. Multi-Family (Up to 4 units)

  3. Accessory Dwelling Unit

  1. Ground Floor Commercial

  2. Short-term Rentals

  3. Home Office

  • Prohibited

  1. Heavy Manufacturing

  2. Gas Station

  3. Adult Entertainment

  1. You can use the search bar in the zoning controls to search for specific zoning information

  2. If you encounter NA in any data field it means that there is no data available for that metric. If you think this is an error or need support in finding this information, reach out to help@algoma.co

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Reading the Zoning Data

Interact with the Zoning Map

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Opening the map layers will show you the toggle to view parcels and zoning districts for surrounding areas.

Exploring nearby parcels

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