What are zoning codes?

Zoning codes are regulations that govern and dictate how land is used and developed. Typically enacted by local governments such as cities and counties, zoning codes are designed to promote public health, safety, and welfare and to ensure that land is used in a way that is economically viable and compatible with the surrounding environment.

What is a zoning report?

A zoning report is a document that provides information about the zoning regulations and restrictions that apply to a specific property, typically including the zoning district, permitted uses, and building controls such as setback, height, and parking.

What different types of zoning reports are available?

Various zoning reports are commonly available and in some cases, legally required, including brief zoning reports, summary zoning reports, full zoning reports, and documentation such as certified zoning letters.

How to get a zoning report for Indianapolis, indiana?

By visiting an individual city page, individuals can purchase zoning reports by searching for a property or clicking on the interactive zoning map, confirming the purchase, and then receiving the zoning report as a PDF in their email.

What is the biggest zone in Indianapolis, indiana?

The largest and most common zone in Indianapolis, indiana, is DA/Dwelling Agriculture District which is 34957.27.

What is the smallest zone in Indianapolis, indiana?

The smallest and least common zone in Indianapolis, indiana, is SZ2/Speedway Industrial District which is 1.11.

How many different types of zones are in Indianapolis, indiana?

Indianapolis, indiana, has a total of 74 different types of zones.

What are the different types of zoning districts in Indianapolis, indiana?

Indianapolis, indiana, has multiple zoning districts that can be found above. [link to scroll up on the page to the zoning districts table]

Indianapolis, Indiana

Last Reviewed

19th Dec 2024

Date Published

26th Nov 2024

The following data is available for this address

Zoning

Zone Code
Zone Name
Zone type
Zone sub type
Zone guide
Link
City name

Permitted Uses

As of right
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Building Controls

Assorted
Far control
Lot control
Multi control
Density control
Coverage control
Pervious control
Lot width control
Rear setback control
Side setback control
Front setback control
Building height control

Parking Requirements

Medical
Multiple
Hotel/Motel
Manufacturing
General Retail
Utility Structures
Automobile related uses
Agricultural and Hunting
Schools and Universities
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Research and Laboratory Facilities

Largest Zones in Indianapolis, IN

Dwelling Agriculture District - DA
Dwelling District Five - D5
Dwelling District Three - D3
Dwelling District Two - D2
Planned Unit Development District - DP

The Zoning Map for the City of Indianapolis in IN divides the city’s real estate into zones differentiated according to land use and building regulations.

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What is the Land Use Allocation in Indianapolis, IN?

The following table illustrates how land is allocated for various uses within Indianapolis, IN as defined by city ordinances.

Permitted Use Type	Permitted Use Sub Type	Percentage	Area(sq. m)
parking		80.02%	319437.82
	parking garage or lot	80.02%	319437.82
industrial		16.30%	65080.14
	contractors office	13.11%	52342.19
	hazardous materials handling or processing	3.28%	13096.31
	equipment rental and repair services (excluding automobiles)	24.31%	97045.26
	mining, excavation and resource extraction	1.62%	6479.52
	mills, plants, and other processing facilities	31.18%	124472.25
	storage and warehouses	79.50%	317352.09
	manufacturing	19.68%	78569.75
	general industrial	16.30%	65080.14
residential		68.84%	274782.23
	two family dwelling	48.25%	192604.56
	dwellings (unspecified)	66.20%	264243.28
	communal housing	70.51%	281471.47
	multi family dwelling mixed use	6.21%	24806.96
	mobile and floating homes	59.78%	238640.52
	accessory dwelling unit	51.36%	205011.05
	multi family dwelling	11.41%	45550.71
	single family dwelling	68.84%	274782.23
mechanical		85.43%	341013.40
	utility structures	81.56%	325583.75
	communication towers	85.43%	341013.40
agriculture		78.70%	314167.79
	agricultural and hunting	78.70%	314167.79
other		43.87%	175131.83
	signage	71.54%	285575.32
	accessory	74.39%	296954.09
	temporary uses	72.20%	288192.13
	multiple	43.87%	175131.83
retail		29.03%	115892.29
	eating and drinking establishments	24.61%	98247.50
	restricted retail	12.99%	51837.75
	professional services	74.34%	296760.12
	general retail	80.03%	319475.78
	personal services	29.03%	115892.29
community		25.27%	100889.47
	medical	40.28%	160772.36
	public, quasi-public, and government	89.20%	356055.40
	schools and universities	32.27%	128828.63
	transportation facilities and infrastructure	25.27%	100889.47
lodging		12.66%	50554.98
	bed & breakfast	60.32%	240782.83
	hotel/motel	12.66%	50554.98
commercial		40.03%	159785.08
	professional office	17.44%	69611.29
	general commercial	16.76%	66881.95
	entertainment	17.82%	71127.19
	non-retail sales	16.89%	67418.08
	automobile related uses	24.19%	96576.81
	research and laboratory facilities	40.03%	159785.08

Indianapolis, Indiana Zoning Districts: What Do They Mean?

Zoning districts in the USA are defined as areas regulated by specific laws that determine land use, building types, and development rules. Planning and Zoning guides urban and suburban development in alignment with community needs for safety and growth. Districts allow for diverse development, such as residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed-use, each with unique regulations.

Zone Code	Area (Acres)	Description
C1 Office Buffer District	1863.63	The C-1 District is designed to perform two functions: act as a buffer between uses, and provide for a freestanding area that office uses, compatible office-type uses, such as medical and dental facilities, education services, and certain public and semipublic uses may be developed with the assurance that retail and other heavier commercial uses with incompatible characteristics will not impede or disrupt. Since the buildings for office, office-type and public and semipublic uses are typically much less commercial in appearance, landscaped more fully and architecturally more harmonious with residential structures, this District can serve as a buffer between protected Districts and more intense commercial or industrial areas/Districts
C3 Neighborhood Commercial District	2646.58	The C-3 District is for the development of an extensive range of retail sales and personal, professional and business services required to meet the demands of a fully developed residential neighborhood, regardless of its size. Examples of such types of uses include neighborhood shopping centers, sales of retail convenience or durable goods, shopping establishments, retail and personal and professional service establishments. At this neighborhood scale of retail, a fine-grain of accessibility requisite for all modes of travel must be provided and maintained
C4 Community Regional District	5774.57	he C-4 District is designed to provide for the development of major business groupings and regional-size shopping centers to serve a population ranging from a community or neighborhoods to a major segment of the total metropolitan area. These centers may feature a number of large traffic generators such as home improvement stores, department stores, and theatres. Even the smallest of such freestanding uses in this District, as well as commercial centers, require excellent access from major thoroughfares. While these centers are usually characterized by indoor operations, certain permitted uses may have limited outdoor activities

What is Zoning Code?

Zoning codes have shaped major U.S. cities for over a century, serving as the backbone of urban development by defining the permissible land uses and activities within neighborhoods. Zoning regulations enable cities to exercise control over the use and development of land, establishing clear guidelines for commercial, industrial, residential, and agricultural purposes. Planning and Zoning determines the possibilities and limitations for construction on a property.

What is a Zoning Map?

A zoning map is a visual representation used by local governments to display and define zoning and permitted land uses within specific areas of a region. It is an important tool for planning and zoning, and development and clearly depicts zoning designations. In addition to hard-copy versions, some city offices provide PDF zoning map documents and in some rare cases, a digital map. Zoneomics collects planning and zoning data directly from the source to create standardized and searchable digital zoning maps.

What solutions does Zoneomics offer?

Zoneomics users can purchase Brief Zoning Reports, Summary Zoning Reports, Full Zoning Reports, and Certified Zoning Letters from our website. We also offer a comprehensive Web App that allows you to search across zoning maps, find the relevant zoning information for a particular property, and purchase zoning reports. Users can also use the Property Prospect search feature to find properties across entire cities based on zoning codes, permitted land uses, and building controls. We also provide a unique set of Zoning Data APIs including Zoning Map Tiles, Zoning Data, Permitted Land Uses, Building Controls, and more.

How Does Planning and Zoning Impact Real Estate Values?

Planning and Zoning plays a pivotal role in the entire lifecycle of a home and significantly influences various stages. Extensive research conducted by Zillow has underscored the importance of zoning regulations, showing their impact on home values. According to Zillow Research, housing markets with stricter land use regulations experienced the highest growth in home values. The most restrictive metropolitan areas witnessed an average appreciation of 23.4%, more than double that of the least restrictive metros. It's worth noting that zoning regulations are determined locally, and different cities may have varying degrees of restrictiveness. Furthermore, even within a city's planning and zoning, individual zones can vary in their level of restrictions, including different types of single-family zones. Zoneomics offers the most detailed coverage of zoning data, providing valuable insights and zoning maps for you to integrate and grow your business. These insights encompass zone codes, permitted land uses, re-zonings, variances, density controls, built-form controls, envelopes, housing supply data, employment generation, underutilized parcels, short-term rental permissibility, and information on proponents and developers. With Zoneomics, you gain access to extensive planning and zoning information to enhance your understanding and decision-making.