RM-4 Zoning in Norman, OK - Setbacks, Height, and Use Rules
RM-4 Medium-Density Multi-Family Residential District allows up to 16 dwelling units per acre at heights up to 45 feet (3 stories).
What RM-4 allows
Permitted uses in RM-4
Multi-family up to 16 units/acre, townhomes, single-family, two-family.
Setback rules
RM-4 setback requirements in Norman
Front setback
25 feet
Side setback
10 feet (15 feet when adjacent to R-1 or R-1A)
Rear setback
25 feet, with 1-foot step-back per story above 2 stories
Height limit
Maximum structure height
45 feet (3 stories)
Max density
Allowed density
16 dwelling units per acre
Common uses in RM-4 in Norman
- Mid-size apartment buildings
- Townhome developments
- Multi-family with structured parking
Parking ratios scale with bedroom count (1.75 to 2.25/unit). Bicycle parking required for developments over 12 units. Site plan review required for all RM-4 developments. Full IBC review for 3-story or 16+ unit projects.
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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.
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