Residential zoning: Learn the size, location, and dimensions of buildings permitted on any lot
Residential zoning helps define the total size of buildings you can put on your lot, as well as their dimensions, and where you can position them on the lot.
You can get a general idea of what's permitted by checking which residential zone your property is in, and then referring to the related zoning bylaw information.
How to use this page
To find out what's allowed on a property:
- Find the property on the map, either by typing its address in the map's search bar, or zooming in on its location
- From the list of property information you'll see when you search, note the size (area) of the lot and its designated residential zoning
- Scroll down to the table below the map to look up how much you can build on the lot
Setbacks, heights, building size by residential zone
Zone | Lot area | Total size of buildings allowed on your lot | To a maximum of (sq ft) |
Complete zoning requirements (setbacks, height, etc) |
---|---|---|---|---|
RS 1 | < 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .45 | 5,813 | Download requirements |
> 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 5,813 | Download requirements | |
RS 2 | < 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .45 | 5,813 | Download requirements |
> 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 5,813 | Download requirements | |
RS 3 | < 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .45 | 4,359 | Download requirements |
> 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 4,359 | Download requirements | |
RS 4 | < 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .45 | 3,013 | Download requirements |
> 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 3,013 | Download requirements | |
RS 5 | < 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .45 | 2,045 | Download requirements |
> 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 2,045 | Download requirements | |
RSMF (Murdo Frazer) |
< 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .45 | 3,013 | Download requirements |
> 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 3,013 | Download requirements | |
RSN (Norgate) |
All lots | Lot area x .40 | 3,000 | Download requirements |
RSCH (Canyon Heights) |
All lots | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 4,359 | Download requirements |
RSD (Delbrook) |
All lots | Lot area x .43 | 5,005 | Download requirements |
RSEW (Edgemont West) |
All lots | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 4,359 | Download requirements |
RSH (Highlands) |
All lots | Lot area x .40 | 4,359 | Download requirements |
RSKL (Keith Lynn) |
< 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .45 | 3,013 | Download requirements |
> 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .35 plus 350 sq ft | 3,013 | Download requirements | |
RSMH (Marlborough Heights) |
All lots | Lot areas x .35 plus 1,000 sq ft | 5,005 | Download requirements |
RSK (Kilmer) |
All lots | Lot area x. 55 | 3,014 | Download requirements |
RSSG (Sunset Gardens) |
All lots | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 4,359 | Download requirements |
RSE (Edgemont) |
All lots | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 3,500 | Download requirements |
RSNQ (Norwood Queens) |
< 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .45 | 4,359 | Download requirements |
> 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 4,359 | Download requirements | |
RSPH (Pemberton Heights) |
< or = 5000 sq ft | Lot area x .45 | Download requirements | |
5,001-11,999 sq ft | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 3,013 | Download requirements | |
>11,999 | Lot area x .35 + 350 sq ft | 5,813 | Download requirements | |
RSQ (Queensdale) |
All lots | The greater of 2,200 sq ft or lot area x .45 | 5,940 | Download requirements |
This information is intended as a general guideline. There are a number of other factors that could affect what you can do with your property. Be sure you check with the Building Department for exact requirements before you start planning your project.