R-2 Zoning in Norman, OK - Setbacks, Height, and Use Rules
R-2 Two-Family Residential District allows duplex (two-family) dwellings and is commonly used as a transition between R-1 and multi-family districts.
What R-2 allows
Permitted uses in R-2
Single-family detached, two-family (duplex) dwellings, home occupations meeting Section 36-414.
Setback rules
R-2 setback requirements in Norman
Front setback
25 feet
Side setback
7 feet each side
Rear setback
25 feet
Height limit
Maximum structure height
35 feet
Max density
Allowed density
7,000 sq ft (single) or 10,000 sq ft (duplex) per dwelling unit
Common uses in R-2 in Norman
- Single-family detached
- Two-family (duplex) dwelling
- Home occupations
Duplex construction over 5,000 sq ft total or three stories requires Oklahoma-registered design professional stamped plans. Two electrical service connections may be required (separate panel per unit).
Verify zoning before you design
Permitly's zoning lookup cross-references Norman Code of Ordinances — Chapter 36 (Zoning, 33 districts), Chapter 11 (Buildings) against your project so you know what you can build before spending on design.
Related Norman zoning districts
R-1 · Single-Family Residential
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RM-2 · Low-Density Multi-Family Residential
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RM-4 · Medium-Density Multi-Family Residential
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