Setback Calculator

Translate zoning setbacks into a precise buildable envelope on the parcel polygon.

Zoning & Allowed Use

We pull the assessor's zoning code, decode the allowed uses (single-family, multifamily, ADU, mixed-use), and flag conditional uses or special-permit triggers up front.

Setbacks, Coverage & Height

Front, side, and rear setbacks, maximum lot coverage, FAR, and height limits — translated into a buildable envelope you can actually design against.

Flood, Slope & Access

FEMA flood zone, USGS slope tier, frontage, and driveway access all gate buildability. We surface every gating constraint on one screen instead of across five agencies.

Verdict & Conditions

Every report ends with a verdict — buildable, buildable with conditions, or not buildable as-is — plus the specific conditions (variance, special permit, retaining wall, etc.) the parcel will require.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Buildora IQ's buildability analysis include?
Zoning, allowed use, setbacks, lot coverage, FAR, height, FEMA flood zone, USGS slope tier, frontage and access — combined into one buildability verdict with conditions.
Is this a substitute for a planning department review?
No. Our report is for pre-offer feasibility and underwriting. Final permitting still requires city planning, engineering, and code review.
Can I check ADU feasibility specifically?
Yes — the ADU feasibility check is a dedicated path that returns a yes/no/with-conditions verdict on ADU buildability for any parcel.
How current is the zoning data?
We pull from authoritative assessor records per parcel. Zoning designations change rarely; always confirm with the local planning department before permits.
What does a report cost?
$69 Homeowner Pack, with Builder and Investor subscriptions for higher-volume workflows.
What if a parcel returns 'not buildable as-is'?
The report names the specific constraint (use, coverage, flood, slope, access) and what would need to change — variance, special permit, engineering — to make it buildable.

Related Resources

  • Can I Build On This Property?
  • Buildability Check by Address
  • Zoning Lookup by Address
  • Lot Coverage Calculator
  • ADU Feasibility Check
  • Can I Build an ADU?
  • Land Use Analysis

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Buildora IQ analyzes any property and generates floor plans, cost estimates, and feasibility reports in minutes — done in under 2 minutes. Start free or see all features.