Derby Zoning & Land Use Guide
Key Zoning Facts
Derby Zoning Overview
Derby is a suburb of Wichita located in southeastern Sedgwick County, known for its family-oriented neighborhoods and steady residential growth. The city's zoning code manages a predominantly residential community with commercial activity centered along Rock Road and other major corridors. Derby's proximity to McConnell Air Force Base influences development patterns in the area.
The city's planning efforts focus on maintaining the quality of residential neighborhoods while accommodating growth in commercial and mixed-use areas. Derby coordinates with Sedgwick County on planning issues affecting the city's fringe areas and the broader Wichita metropolitan region.
Key Zoning Districts
Derby's zoning includes single-family residential districts (R-1, R-2), multi-family districts (R-3), commercial districts (C-1, C-2), and light industrial zones (I-1). The city also uses planned unit development designations for larger residential and mixed-use projects.
ADU Regulations
Derby does not currently have specific ADU provisions. Kansas has no statewide ADU law, so accessory dwelling unit construction is governed entirely by local regulations. Property owners should consult the Planning Department.
Development Process
Development proposals go through the Planning and Engineering Department for site plan review and building permit issuance. Rezoning requests are heard by the Derby Planning Commission before City Council action. The city enforces the locally adopted 2018 IBC.
Regulatory Layers That Apply in Derby
Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.
Federal
- FEMA Flood Zones: Applicable
- View FEMA Flood Map
State — Kansas
- Building Code: No mandatory statewide code; locally adopted 2018 IBC
County — Sedgwick County
- Role: Property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning
City / Municipal
The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.
Overlay Districts
No overlay districts identified.
Private Restrictions
- HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
- Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.
Primary Zoning Districts
- Min Lot
- 8,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 35 ft
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 6 ft
- Rear Setback
- 25 ft
- Min Lot
- 6,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 40 ft
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 8 ft
- Rear Setback
- 25 ft
- Min Lot
- None
- Max Height
- 40 ft
- Front Setback
- 20 ft
- Side Setback
- 0 ft
- Rear Setback
- 0 ft
ADU Rules in Derby
- Max Size
- N/A
- Max Height
- N/A
- Rear Setback
- N/A
- Side Setback
- N/A
- Parking
- N/A
- Owner Occupancy
- N/A
- Permit Timeline
- N/A
Permit Costs & Timelines
Permit Costs & Timelines
Specific permit fee schedules for Derby are available from the local planning department. Fees vary based on project type, scope, and valuation.
Check Derby permit fees →