A5 Zoning in Abbotsford — Agricultural & Farm Industrial (A5)
A5 — Agricultural & Farm Industrial (A5) is a agricultural zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Agricultural use with farm industrial.
On a typical A5-zoned lot you can expect up to 1 dwelling unit and site coverage up to 35%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the A5 district
Agricultural use with farm industrial.
A5 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 1 |
|---|---|
| Site coverage | 35% |
| Zone category | Agricultural |
Density tiers in A5
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural & Farm Industrial (A5) | — | 1 | — | — |
Permitted uses in A5
- Agriculture
- farm industrial
- single detached dwelling
A5 zoning FAQ
What is A5 zoning in Abbotsford?
A5 (Agricultural & Farm Industrial (A5)) is a agricultural zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Agricultural use with farm industrial.
What can you build on A5-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in A5 include Agriculture, farm industrial, single detached dwelling. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
Other agricultural zones in Abbotsford
- A1 — Agricultural One (A1)
- A2 — Agricultural Two (A2)
- A3 — Agricultural & Resource Processing (A3)
- A4 — Agricultural & Produce Processing (A4)
- A6 — Agricultural & Commercial Mushroom Composting (A6)
Look up a specific address in Abbotsford
Source: official Abbotsford zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026