Residential
Residential zoning helps guide how homes and neighborhoods are developed and maintained in the City of Caro. These regulations are designed to protect property values, promote safe and attractive neighborhoods, and ensure that residential areas remain compatible with nearby land uses.
If you own a home, plan to build, or are considering changes to your property—such as additions, accessory structures, fences, or home-based businesses—it’s important to understand how zoning rules may apply. Residential zoning regulations address things like permitted uses, lot sizes, building height, setbacks, parking, and occupancy.
The City’s Planning and Zoning process ensures that development follows the City’s Master Plan and zoning ordinance while allowing for reasonable growth and improvement. Some projects may require zoning permits, site plan review, or approval from the Planning Commission or Zoning Board of Appeals, especially if a variance or special use is requested.
City staff are available to help residents understand zoning requirements before work begins. Checking zoning rules early can save time, prevent delays, and help ensure your project complies with local regulations.
For questions about residential zoning, permits, or planning approvals, residents are encouraged to contact the City offices for guidance.
Residential Zoning Forms