D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 11-F, § 207
207.1 Except as provided elsewhere in this title, the minimum required rear yard shall be as set forth in the following table:
TABLE F § 207.1: MINIMUM REAR YARD
| Zone s | Minimum Rear Yard |
|---|---|
| RA-1 | 20 ft. |
| RA-2 | A distance equal to 4 in. per 1 ft. of principal building height, but not less than 15 ft. min. |
| RA-3 | A distance equal to 4 in. per 1 ft. of principal building height but not less than 15 ft. min. |
| RA-4 | A distance equal to 4 in. per 1 ft. of principal building height but not less than 15 ft. min. |
| RA-5 | A distance equal to 3 in. per 1 ft. of principal building height but not less than 12 ft. min. |
207.2 In the case of a lot proposed to be used by a public recreation and community center or public library where a rear lot line abuts or adjoins a public open space, recreation area, or reservation, no rear yard shall be required.
207.3 In the case of a building existing on or before May 12, 1958, an extension or addition may be made to the building into the required rear yard; provided, that the extension or addition shall be limited to that portion of the rear yard included in the building area on May 12, 1958.
SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 70 DCR 011297 (August 25, 2023).