Stairs and porches.
San José Municipal Code § 20.30.410
in effectUnenclosed porches and stairways, if they do not extend more than three feet above surface grade may extend into a front setback area not more than five feet. Porches and stairs may be covered. (Ords. 26248, 26455, 29821.)
Source: San José Municipal Code (Municode library)URL: https://library.municode.com/ca/san_jose/codes/code_of_ordinancesFetched: 7/25/2026