Residential up to 9 du/ac plus limited commercial. Single-family and multi-family by right.
What's allowed in BMU
| Use | Status | What that means |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family home | Allowed | listed as a permitted use |
| Duplex / two-family | Allowed | listed as a permitted use |
| Townhouse | Not listed | not expressly listed; may or may not fall under a broader listed use; verify with planning staff |
| Multi-family (3+ units) | Allowed | listed as a permitted use |
| Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) | By exception | needs a zoning exception / conditional use / special exception / use-by-exception (public hearing) |
Lot and building standards
| Standard | Value | Code section |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum lot area (first units) | 6,000 sq ft | |
| Units covered by that minimum | 1 | |
| Lot area per additional unit | — | |
| Maximum density | 9 units/acre | |
| Minimum lot width | 60 ft | |
| Maximum height | 35 ft | |
| Maximum lot coverage | 40% |
How many units can a lot hold in BMU?
Applying the district's lot-area and density rules (the stricter one wins) to typical lot sizes:
| Lot size | Max units | Rule that limits it |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 sq ft | 1 | lot 5,000 sqft is under the 6,000 sqft minimum (nonconforming) |
| 7,500 sq ft | 1 | 6,000 sqft minimum lot for 1 unit(s) |
| 10,000 sq ft | 1 | 6,000 sqft minimum lot for 1 unit(s) |
| 15,000 sq ft | 1 | 6,000 sqft minimum lot for 1 unit(s) |
| 21,780 sq ft (½ acre) | 1 | 6,000 sqft minimum lot for 1 unit(s) |
Multi-unit numbers only matter where duplexes or multi-family are allowed above. In Jacksonville the Future Land Use Map category can cap density further, and overlays (Riverside/Avondale, San Marco, Springfield and others) can change the numbers.
Notes from the code
Density at most 9 du/ac (§22-142(h)). Single-family lot 6,000 sq ft / 60 ft; 35 ft (§22-494(a)). Lot coverage 40% (Table 22-143); impervious 0.60. Table 22-142 use matrix (P = permitted, C = conditional use permit from Town Council). Baldwin defines a multi-family dwelling as any residential structure with 2+ units (§22-121), so duplexes fall under multi-family.
Compiled from the official code text (Baldwin Code §22-142(h); §22-143; §22-494; §22-495). Zoning changes by ordinance and parcels can be rezoned — confirm on the official zoning map and with Baldwin planning staff before you rely on it. Not legal advice.