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# Sacramento zoning overhaul could allow taller housing and businesses on residential lots
- URL: https://www.onsiteobserver.com/briefs/sacramento-zoning-overhaul-could-allow-taller-housing-and-businesses-on-reside/
- Published: 2026-08-20T19:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-04T21:48:27.000Z
- Description: Sacramento is considering zoning changes that could allow more multiplexes and small apartment buildings in neighborhoods dominated by single-family homes. The zoning changes could also allow small businesses on qualifying residential corners lots.
- Author: Vitaliy Moskalenko
- Tags: #brief, #story-6a85de3e1daf9a0001ee26a0, #topic-Policy, #place-Sacramento, #county-Sacramento County

## Key points

- **Zoning code rewrite targets single-family limits.** Sacramento is rewriting its zoning code in a way that would effectively end single-family-only zoning. Multiplexes and small apartment buildings could be built in neighborhoods now dominated by single-family homes.
- **Building space replaces home-count caps.** The city would regulate total building space using floor area ratio (FAR), not the number of homes per lot. On a 5,000-square-foot lot, 5,000 square feet could be built and divided among several homes.
- **Taller buildings possible near transit.** A 35-foot, three-story building with multiple homes could stand next to a single-family house. Some properties closer to transit, where a FAR of two would be allowed, could reach 45 feet.
- **Small businesses on corner lots.** Qualifying residential corner lots could host fitness studios, restaurants, offices, small retail stores, libraries and certain schools. The goal is to put amenities within walking distance of residents.
- **Public comment open until Aug. 31.** The Planning and Design Commission reviewed the changes Aug. 13\. Comments are open through Aug. 31 on the city's website, and City Council will vote on the final draft Dec. 1.