The Mixed-Use (MU) zones provide for mixed-use developments that permit a broad range of commercial, institutional, and multiple dwelling unit residential development at varying densities. The MU-12 zone is applied generally in the vicinity of the waterfront.
The MU-12 zone is intended to:
- Permit moderate-density mixed-use development generally in the vicinity of the waterfront.

Development Standards | ||||||||
Floor Area Ratio (maximum)1 | Height (feet) | Penthouse Height (feet)/Stories1 | Lot Occupancy (percentage) |
Rear Setback (feet) | Side Setback (feet) | Green Area Ratio | Zoning Regulation Reference | |
MU-12 | 2.5 | 45 | 12 (1 story) |
80 | 12 ft. (for residential uses only) | No side setback is required; minimum 8 feet if provided | 0.3 | Subtitle G, Chapter 5 |
3.0 (IZ) | 50 (IZ) | 15 ft. for penthouse mechanical space (Second story permitted for penthouse mechanical space) | ||||||
1.0 (non-residential) |
Use Permissions | Courts | Parking | Inclusionary Zoning | Waterfront Setback |
Subtitle U, Chapter 5 | Subtitle G § 202 | Subtitle C, Chapter 7 | Subtitle C, Chapter 10 | Subtitle G § 508 |
1 In the MU-11 through MU-14 zones, the guestroom areas and service areas within lodging uses may be charged against the “Total Permitted” floor area ratio.