Key changes to Maple Ridge's residential zoning rules, newest first. The City added small-scale housing rules and later updated growth policies around transit and neighbourhood centres.
December 4, 2025: Housing policy updates guide growth near transit hubs
· Maple Ridge Official Community Plan and Area Plan amendments adopted in 2025
Maple Ridge adopted targeted Official Community Plan and area-plan updates by December 4, 2025 to align with provincial housing requirements. The City says the changes add small-scale multi-unit housing policies and increased density around transit hubs, while updating Town Centre, Hammond, Silver Valley and Albion planning frameworks.
These plan designations guide future rezoning and development decisions; they do not automatically change every property's zoning or grant a project approval. Check both the OCP designation and current zoning map, then read the applicable zone and plan policies.
June 25, 2024: SSMUH rules add more options to eligible residential lots
· Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7998-2024
Maple Ridge adopted Zone Amending Bylaw 7998-2024 on June 25, 2024. It updated residential zoning rules for small-scale multi-unit housing, including density, height, setbacks, parking and lot coverage, and created an Urban Infill Residential framework.
The City describes three-, four- or six-unit allowances on eligible single-family and duplex lots, subject to water and sewer service, urban-area location, lot size and other conditions. These counts do not guarantee a matching building form or permit; use the City's locator and check the current bylaw.
We compare the municipality's consolidated zoning bylaw and its published updates against our stored copies. Each entry links to the municipality's published record. This timeline highlights selected residential changes; use the official bylaw and amendment records to confirm the rules for your lot.
Frequently asked questions
What changed in Maple Ridge zoning for small-scale housing?
Bylaw 7998-2024 updated residential rules and introduced an Urban Infill Residential framework. The City describes up to three, four or six units on qualifying single-family and duplex lots, with eligibility conditions.
Does the Maple Ridge unit count tell me what building I can construct?
No. A count is not a building-form guarantee. The zone, lot dimensions, servicing, location and development permit requirements may affect a proposal. Confirm eligibility with the City of Maple Ridge.
How do I check my Maple Ridge zone and SSMUH eligibility?
Use the City's zoning map and Urban Infill Residential Unit Locator to check the address. Then review the zone schedule and general regulations in Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019, along with any applicable OCP or area-plan designation.
How does ZoneScout track Maple Ridge zoning changes?
We check Maple Ridge's official zoning bylaw, SSMUH guidance and OCP updates, then compare them with this page and our zoning data. Confirm current parcel zoning and proposal requirements with the City of Maple Ridge.
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