Setback.
San José Municipal Code § 20.200.1080
in effect"Setback" is the minimum distance by which buildings, structures, and parking must be separated from any lot line. 1. "Front setback" is measured from the front lot line. 2. "Rear setback" is measured from the rear lot line. 3. "Side setback" is measured from the side lot line(s). (Ord. 26248.)
Source: San José Municipal Code (Municode library)URL: https://library.municode.com/ca/san_jose/codes/code_of_ordinancesFetched: 7/25/2026