What are the setback requirements in Phoenix, AZ?

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Dimensional standards in Phoenix, AZ

Residence districts on corner lots — street-side side yardnot less than ten feet
RE-43, RE-24, R1-14, R-4A, and certain listed residential districts under the Standard development option — front yard projection for attached carport, awning, porch/front entry, pergola, trellis/arbor, or balconyup to five feet
Applicable listed residential districts under the Standard development option — interior side yard encroachment for attached awning, porch, pergola, trellis/arbor, or balconyno closer than three feet from the side property line
Required perimeter landscape setbacks in residential districts — maximum wall/fence height within required perimeter landscape setbacks40 inches

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What are the setback requirements in Phoenix, AZ?

Setbacks vary by district. Examples — Residence districts on corner lots: not less than ten feet; RE-43, RE-24, R1-14, R-4A, and certain listed residential districts under the Standard development option: up to five feet; Applicable listed residential districts under the Standard development option: no closer than three feet from the side property line; Required perimeter landscape setbacks in residential districts: 40 inches. Always confirm the exact yard requirements for your district with Phoenix, AZ.

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