What are the setback requirements in Mesa, AZ?

Last researched May 2026

Dimensional standards in Mesa, AZ

All districts — building projections into required yard	not more than 3 feet — Awnings, eaves, overhangs, light shelves and basement window wells may encroach not more than 3 feet into any required yard, but shall not be closer than 2 feet to any property line.
ADU on qualifying lots — minimum side setback	five (5) feet — Front and street side setbacks must comply with the underlying zoning district.
ADU on qualifying lots — minimum rear setback	five (5) feet — Front and street side setbacks must comply with the underlying zoning district.
RS single-family checklist — minimum forward-facing garage setback behind primary wall	at least three (3) feet — And never less than the required garage setback.
RS single-family checklist — maximum front yard paved area coverage	50 percent (50%) of the area of the front yard — Combined paved areas limit.

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What are the setback requirements in Mesa, AZ?

Setbacks vary by district. Examples — All districts building projections into required yard: not more than 3 feet (conditions apply); ADU on qualifying lots minimum side setback: five (5) feet (conditions apply); ADU on qualifying lots minimum rear setback: five (5) feet (conditions apply); RS single-family checklist minimum forward-facing garage setback behind primary wall: at least three (3) feet (conditions apply). Always confirm the exact yard requirements for your district with Mesa, AZ.

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