R-2

Residential Two-Family District

Rockford, Winnebago County, Illinois

The purpose of the R-2 district is to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life at a slightly higher density than that permitted in the R-1 district, and also to provide opportunities for the development of lower cost duplex and attached dwellings.

35 ft

Max Building Height

6,000 sqft

Minimum Lot Size

20 ft

Front Setback

10 ft

Rear Setback

Development Standards

Max Building Height 35 ft
Minimum Lot Size 6,000 sqft
Front Setback 20 ft
Rear Setback 10 ft
Side Setback 6 ft

Parking

Two parking spaces per dwelling unit for duplexes.

Rockford Location

Permitted Uses

5 uses permitted in R-2

Use Category
Private recreational uses and facilities (compatible with residential neighborhood) Civic
Public and public utility buildings, structures and uses Civic
Rest homes, nursing homes and convalescent homes Residential
Single-family detached dwellings Residential
Single-family manufactured home Residential

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