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What can you build in Kenilworth?

The single-family zoning rules in Kenilworth, zone by zone, read from the town ordinance by our builder desk. Then check any address to see what fits on that lot.

Single-Family Zones

Kenilworth zoning, zone by zone.

ZoneMin lot (sq ft)Min widthFrontSide (each / total)RearBldg coverageHeightFAR
R-6
Low Density Single-Family Residential		6,00060 ft25 ft8 ft20 ft50%35 ft / 2.5 st0.75
R-5
Medium Density Single-Family Residential		5,00050 ft25 ft5 ft20 ft50%35 ft / 2.5 st0.75

Source: Chapter 120 Zoning, Article 33 Bulk Standards Charts. Read 2026-09-28. Only zones we could confirm from the ordinance are shown. Rules change and have exceptions (corner lots, undersized lots, steep slopes, overlays), so confirm with the town zoning officer before you buy or design.

Check A Lot

Check any Kenilworth address.

Enter an address and we will show the lot size, its zone, roughly how big a new home could be, and how likely a builder is to want it.

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Tonye Ikiere

Written and reviewed by

Tonye Ikiere

REALTOR-Associate, Builders Resource Center at Corcoran Sawyer Smith. Advises builders and owners in Kenilworth. Numbers updated September 2026.

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