(C80 - RE) Residential Estate Subdistrict
Jackson Zoning Ordinance § 706.02-B
in effectThe purpose of this subdistrict is to provide for the protection of areas presently
developed on large tracts of land and to provide for future compatible development in
such areas by permitting development on lot sizes not less than one-half (1/2) acre.
706.02.1– B Uses Permitted:
1. Single-family detached dwellings and accessory structures.
2. Agricultural uses as defined by this Ordinance. Dairying, animal husbandry, or
stabling shall be limited to two (2) animals per acre provided such use does not
constitute a nuisance or health hazard and when:
(a) the indoor and/or outdoor enclosures are located at the rear of residential
structures with minimum setback of one hundred (100) ft. from all adjacent
property lines;
(b) all types of enclosures, bufferings and the plan for the removal of wastes must
be approved through the Site Plan Review process; and
(c) a notarized letter from a licensed veterinarian verifying the health status and
current shot record of the animal(s) is submitted.
706.02.2-B - Uses Which May Be Permitted as Special Exceptions:
1. Adult and Child Care Centers/Residential.
2. Professional non-retail offices, including but not limited to, architects, attorneys,
engineers, doctors, real estate, and insurance.
3. Dairying and animal husbandry on sites of not less than one (1) acre provided such
use does not constitute a nuisance or health hazard. The maximum number of
animals per acre shall be two (2) and when
A. the indoor and/or outdoor enclosures are located at the rear of residential
structures with minimum setback of one hundred (100) ft. from all adjacent
property lines
B. upon the granting of the Special Exception, all types of enclosures, bufferings
and the plan for the removal of wastes must be approved through the Site Plan
Review process
C. prior to the granting and renewal of the Special Exception, a notarized letter
from a licensed veterinarian verifying the health status and current shot record
of the animal(s) is submitted
4. Private kennels provided such use does not constitute a nuisance or health hazard and when:
A. the indoor and/or outdoor enclosures are located at the rear of residential
structures with a minimum setback of fifty (50) ft. from all adjacent property
lines
B. upon the granting of the Special Exception, all types of enclosures, bufferings
and the plan for the removal of wastes must be approved through the Site Plan
Review process
C. prior to the granting and renewal of the Special Exception, a notarized letter
from a licensed veterinarian verifying the health status and current shot record
of the animal(s) is submitted
5. Private stables on sites of not less than one (1) acre. The maximum number of
animals per acre shall be two (2) and when:
A. the indoor and/or outdoor enclosures are located at the rear of residential
structures with minimum setback of 100 ft. from all adjacent property lines
B. upon the granting of the Special Exception, all types of enclosures, bufferings
and the plan for the removal of wastes must be approved through the Site Plan
Review process
C. prior to the granting and renewal of the Special Exception, a notarized letter
from a licensed veterinarian verifying the health status and current shot record
of the animal(s) is submitted
6. Art, dance, music, photography, or swimming instruction.
7. Catering Service, where they are a part of the owner/operator’s residence.
8. One-chair beauty salons, nail salons, and barber shops, where they are part of
the owner/operator’s residence.
9. Transitional Housing for six (6) or fewer residents
10. Personal care facilities for six (6) or fewer residents, excluding staff.
706.02.3–B - Uses Which May Be Permitted as Use Permits:
1. Accessory automobile parking and principal access when used to serve a Special
Use District, residential, commercial, or industrial use when the land proposed for
such accessory parking or access is either immediately adjacent to or across the
street from the use which it serves. Accessory parking may also be across the street
from the use which it serves. All parking shall be located at least five (5) feet from
any public street or any adjoining property line. Only access across this setback area
with sidewalks, bikeways, trails, and drives will be permitted.
2. Churches on sites of less than one (1) acre but greater than ten thousand (10,000)
square feet. Regulations for alterations of existing structures or for new construction
of churches and schools shall be the same as for the Special Use District.
3. Bed and Breakfast Inn Class A and B:
A. Applicant shall submit to the Zoning Division proof of one of the following:
i. Structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places; or
ii. Structure is designated as a Jackson Landmark by the Jackson Historic
Preservation Commission, and/or a Mississippi Landmark by the
Department of Archives and History; or
iii. Structure is deemed eligible for designation as a Jackson Landmark by the
Jackson Historic Preservation Commission or as a Mississippi Landmark
by the Mississippi Department of Archives and History and is granted
designation within one year from the date of eligibility determination.
B. Adequate parking shall be provided. Off-site parking must be within a
reasonable walking distance of the bed and breakfast, and proof of such parking
(lease agreement, etc.) must be provided annually to the Zoning Division and
whenever the contractual rights of the bed and breakfast inn owner in such off-
site parking facilities are modified in any way.
C. All exterior lighting shall be directed away from adjacent residential property.
D. Signage shall comply with the City of Jackson Sign Ordinance.
4. Class B Bed and Breakfast Inn with Restaurant. It is expressly understood that a
separate Use Permit is required to operate a restaurant in a Class B Bed and
Breakfast Inn. Any existing Class B Bed and Breakfast Inns who determine that they
wish to operate a restaurant in conjunction with their Class B Bed and Breakfast Inn
is permitted to do so by right subject to receipt of a statement indicating this election
to include a requirement that a Bed and Breakfast Inn with Restaurant clear Site Plan
Review from City Staff.
5. Transitional Housing personal care facilities housing between seven (7) and twelve
(12) residents, excluding staff. In considering applications hereunder, the City shall
comply with the provisions of 42 U.S.C. 3604(f) (3) (B).
6. Personal care facilities housing between seven (7) and twelve (12) residents,
excluding staff
7. Accessory structures used as living quarters for family members, temporary guests,
or domestic help subordinate to the principal residence on the same lot.
A. Applicant shall provide a restrictive covenant agreement which runs with the
land that the accessory structure will never be made available for lease or rental.
B. Electrical service will be connected to and master metered from the principal
residence.
8. Accessory church related uses such as adult and child care centers, schools,
gymnasiums, and fellowship halls.
9. Ground Sign (Monument Sign), as defined by the City of Jackson Sign Ordinance,
for an adjacent commercial business where both properties are under the same
ownership. Regulations shall be the same as the adjacent commercial business,
based on its underlying zoning, as regulated by the City of Jackson Sign Ordinance.
706.02. 4 -B - Dimensional Regulations:
1. Maximum Building Height – There shall be no height limitations for barns and
agricultural storage buildings provided they do not contain space intended for
human occupancy. No habitable floor of any other building shall exceed a height
above the finished ground elevation measured at the front line of the building as
specified in the latest edition of the International Building Code adopted by the
City.
2. Minimum Lot Area – one-half acre (21,780 square feet)
3. Minimum Lot Width – 100 feet at the front yard setback.
4. Minimum Front Yard Depth – 50 feet from the existing right-of-way line to the
building setback line.
5. Minimum Side Yard Depth – 25 feet, except on a corner lot the minimum side yard
depth on the street side shall be fifty (50) feet.
6. Minimum Rear Yard Depth – 50 feet.
7. Maximum Buildable Area – Fifteen percent (15%) for Single-Family dwellings
including accessory structures.
8. Accessory structures – Accessory structures of a type compatible with the
surroundings shall be permitted, and when detached from the main building, shall
be set back a minimum of eighty (80) feet from the front lot line, five (5) feet from
the side lot line, and five (5) feet from the rear lot line. On corner lots, the accessory
structure must be erected on the opposite corner of the lot from the street line. No
accessory structure may be used as living quarters.
Source: City of Jackson Zoning Ordinance (jacksonms.gov PDF)URL: https://jacksonms.gov/government/city-departments/planning-and-development/office-of-city-planning/zoning/zoning-ordinances-and-code/Fetched: 7/25/2026
