10-7-6 STRUCTURE HEIGHT AND SETBACK REQUIREMENTS
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The official Randolph code is at https://www.townofrandolphut.gov/town-council.htm.
Text pulled 2026-10-19 from this source.
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A. Height: Maximum building height measured from ground level to roof ridge shall be thirty-five (35) feet in the RA-1 Zone, thirty-five (35) feet in the RA-M zone, and thirtyfive (35) feet in the MF zone; additional height may be approved for an agricultural use within the RA-1 and RA-M zones. Approval by the fire district is required and it has to be determined to be compatible with adjacent buildings and uses. In no case shall the building height exceed fifty (50) feet.
B. Set Back Requirements: Generally the setbacks provided in the matrix will be followed. However, it is required that enough room is available to provide for a properly installed septic system; in no instance shall setbacks be closer than shown in the matrix.
Primary Dwelling/Structure Minimum Height and Set-Back Matrix
Set Back
Front Side Rear Height Maximum Lot Coverage Maximum
RA-1
30 Feet 15 Feet 40 Feet 35 Feet (50 for AG)
40%
RA-M
30 Feet 10 Feet 40 Feet 35 Feet (50 for AG)
40%
MF
30 Feet 10 Feet 40 Feet 35 Feet
40%
*Lot Coverage*: to minimize the effects of storm water runoff, the maximum percent of the lot area allowed to be developed or built upon by impervious surfaces.
Set Back
Front Side Rear Height
Accessory Structure Minimum Height and Set-Back Matrix
NA 5 Feet 5 Feet 16 Feet
RA-1
NA 10 Feet 10 Feet 16 Feet
RA-M
MF
NA 10 Feet 10 Feet 12 Feet
*Accessory Structure Front Setback*: Secondary Structures shall not be placed in front of the Primary Dwelling/Structure, or within the Front Setback area for the Primary Dwelling/Structure.