Board Bill Number 42 In Session 2025-2026

Amending the Zoning Code for Minimum Lot Size for Single-Family and Two-Family Dwellings

Summary

An Ordinance recommended by the Planning Commission amending the Zoning Code to reform minimum lot size regulations for single-family and two-family dwelling units; and containing an emergency clause. The bill reduces minimum lot size requirements for single-family dwellings from 4,000 square feet per unit in districts "A" through "E" and reduces minimum lot size requirements for two-family dwellings from 2,500 square feet per unit to 1,250 square feet per unit in district "B". This board bill aims to reduce barriers to the development of needed, attainable housing in St. Louis in a manner that aligns with the city's historic fabric.

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Overview

Session: 2025-2026

Introduced: 06/27/2025

Primary Sponsors: Shane Cohn

Latest Activity: Committee Assignment

Co-Sponsors:

Michael Browning, President Megan E Green

Legislative History

Legislative activities and outcomes for this board bill. Learn more about what these activities mean.

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