Can you build a duplex in Scituate, MA?

Unclear — verify with the town

No official use table or multifamily district standards were provided. Multifamily may be possible in some contexts, but the record only clearly shows a Chapter 40B route for a larger affordable project.

Confidence: low · Last researched July 2026

Dimensional standards in Scituate, MA

R-1 — lot areaapproximately 4 and a half acres
Unspecified residential context — existing side setback4.6 ft
Unspecified residential context — proposed side setback for addition4.7 ft
Unspecified residential context — rear setback for proposed additionalmost 80 ft
Unspecified residential context — opposite side setback for proposed addition25 ft

Related questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Scituate, MA?

Raising and rebuilding a home in this district required special permit review under section 460.2.

What are the setback requirements in Scituate, MA?

Setbacks vary by district. Examples — Unspecified residential context: 4.6 ft; Unspecified residential context: 4.7 ft; Unspecified residential context: almost 80 ft; Unspecified residential context: 25 ft. Always confirm the exact yard requirements for your district with Scituate, MA.

What is the minimum lot size in Scituate, MA?

Minimum lot size depends on the zoning district — R-1: approximately 4 and a half acres.

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