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Active Zone · Brevard County · Brevard County, FL

RU-1-13 Single-family residential (RU-1-13)
Brevard County, Florida

Single-family residential development of spacious character.

Brevard County, Florida
Brevard County · county
Section 62-1959
Updated: 2026-04-08 0 Parcels

Jurisdiction Context

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This zone is currently grouped under Brevard County inside Brevard County. In counties with city-level zoning authorities, standards can vary across jurisdictions even when zone labels look similar.

Last jurisdiction scrape: Apr 8, 2026 · AIParser · official_html
Max Height
N/A
Feet
Max FAR
Varies
Floor Area Ratio
Min. Lot Size
6K
sq ft · 0.14 ac
Max Lot Coverage
N/A
of gross lot area
Impervious surface cap

Comparative Market Context

County Portfolio Position

There are 9 total zoning designations in Brevard County, of which 3 are commercial. RU-1-13 is among the most flexible for one single-family residential detached dwelling. This zone accounts for approximately 0% of all commercially zoned parcels in the county.

Development Standards

RequirementStandardNotes / ConditionsCode Ref.
Front Setback
From ROW
 15 ft
Rear Setback
Interior lot
 20 ft
Min. Lot Size
 6,000 sf

Permitted Uses

The RU-1-13 district's permitted use schedule in Brevard County covers 5 by-right land use types, allowing private golf courses, foster homes, and sewer lift stations (among others) to proceed directly to building permit without public hearing or special approval.

By-Right — no special permit needed Conditional (CUP / BZA required) Prohibited in this zone
One single-family residential detached dwelling
Parks and public recreational facilities
Private golf courses
Foster homes
Sewer lift stations

No conditional uses recorded for this zone yet.

No prohibited uses recorded for this zone yet.

Zoning Map — RU-1-13 in Brevard County

ℹ️ RU-1-13 Corridors in Brevard County

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Development Yield Calculator

Instant Build Potential for RU-1-13
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RU-1-13 Brevard County
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Est. Stories
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Bonus FAR GFA
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With incentives
Est. Parking Req.
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@ 4/1K sf retail

Free Calculators for This Zone

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Entitlement Process — Brevard County

01
Pre-Application Meeting (PAM)
Free consultation with Brevard County Development Review Division. Bring a conceptual site plan. Typically 2–4 week wait. Identify overlay districts, activity center requirements, and environmental constraints early.
2–4 weeks
02
DRC / Site Plan Submission
Submit to Development Review Committee. Requires engineered site plan, landscape plan, stormwater analysis (per local SJRWMD/TCEQ/CDOT requirements), and traffic study if >100 PM peak-hour trips.
30–90 days
03
Building Permit
Submit to Brevard County Building Division. Fire, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical sub-permits included. Expedited commercial review available in most Florida, Texas, and Arizona p5_counties.
4–12 weeks
04
Certificate of Occupancy
Final inspections: Building, Fire Marshal, Health (food service), Zoning. Business Tax Receipt or Business License required from local authority prior to opening.
Final Step

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RU-1-13 zoning in Brevard County, FL?
Single-family residential development of spacious character.
What is the maximum building height for RU-1-13 in Brevard County?
Building height varies by project; consult Brevard County Planning.
Can you build a drive-thru in RU-1-13 zoning in Brevard County?
Drive-thru permissibility depends on the specific use type. Verify with Brevard County Planning & Zoning.
What is the minimum lot size for RU-1-13 zoning in Brevard County?
The minimum lot size for RU-1-13 zoning in Brevard County is 6,000 square feet (0.14 acres).
⚠ This information is sourced from publicly available zoning codes and is for informational reference only. Always verify current regulations directly with Brevard County Planning & Zoning before making investment or development decisions. Last verified: 2026-04-08.