What are the building setback requirements in Santa Rosa County, Florida?

Minimum building setbacks in Santa Rosa County are: front yard: 25 ft, side yard: 7 ft, rear yard: 25 ft. Requirements may vary by zoning district.

What are the fence height limits in Santa Rosa County?

Contact the county planning department for fence regulations.

How can I find my property lines in Santa Rosa County?

You can visualize your property boundaries using ParcelVision, an AR app that shows property lines on your iPhone. For legal purposes or before construction, hire a licensed surveyor.

Santa Rosa County, Florida Property Laws & Setbacks

Building Setbacks in Santa Rosa County

Setback requirements determine how far structures must be from property lines. These minimums apply to most residential construction in unincorporated Santa Rosa County.

Front Yard

25 ft

Side Yard

7 ft

Rear Yard

25 ft

Accessory Structures

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Values shown are for R1 zoning (single-family residential). Side setback is 10% of lot width with 7' minimum for 70-90' lots, 15' maximum. Front setback increases to 35' on residential collector streets, 50' on arterial roads. Corner lots require 15' side street setback. Setbacks vary significantly by zoning district (AG-RR: 45' front, R1A/R2: 20' front, Commercial varies 10-100')

Source: Table 2.05.01.a, Table 2.05.01.b, Table 2.05.01.c, Section 2.05.00

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Disclaimer: This information is extracted from Santa Rosa County ordinances for reference only. Regulations vary by zoning district and may have changed. Contact the Santa Rosa County Planning Department for official guidance before building.

Last updated: May 2026