Measuring Setbacks
San Diego Municipal Code § 113.0252
in effect§113.0252 Measuring Setbacks
(a) The distance of the setback is measured inward from and perpendicular to the nearest property line, as follows, except as otherwise indicated in Section 113.0246(e) and (f):
(1) The front setback is measured perpendicular to the front property line;
(2) The side setback is measured perpendicular to the side property line;
(3) The street side setback is measured perpendicular to the street side property line; and
(4) The rear setback is measured perpendicular to the rear property line.
(b) Those portions of underground parking structures, first stories, and basements that are above grade are subject to setback requirements. Structures located completely underground are exempt from the setback requirements except where the structure would conflict with the required landscape and irrigation, or as otherwise regulated by Section 113.0461.
(c) For the purpose of determining whether new development complies with the setback, the measurement shall be taken from the property line inward to the outer edge of the building frame. Where a zero setback is provided, the edge of finished material shall not extend beyond the property line.
(Added 12-9-1997 by O-18451 N.S.; effective 1-1-2000.)
(Amended 11-28-2005 by O-19444 N.S.; effective 2-9-2006.)
(Amended 11-13-2008 by O-19801 N.S.; effective 12-13-2008.)
(Amended 8-4-2011 by O-20081 N.S.; effective 10-6-2011.)
Source: City of San Diego Office of the City Clerk, San Diego Municipal Code and City Charter (docs.sandiego.gov PDFs)URL: https://docs.sandiego.gov/municode/MuniCodeChapter11/Ch11Art03Division02.pdf#page=30Fetched: 10/28/2026