C5 Zoning in Abbotsford — City Centre Commercial (C5)
C5 — City Centre Commercial (C5) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Wide range of City Centre uses incl retail, office, service and residential.
On a typical C5-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 1.75 and site coverage up to 95%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the C5 district
Wide range of City Centre uses incl retail, office, service and residential.
C5 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.75 |
|---|---|
| Site coverage | 95% |
| Zone category | Commercial |
Density tiers in C5
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Centre Commercial (C5) | — | — | 1.75 | — |
Permitted uses in C5
- Retail
- office
- financial
- service
- apartment
- congregate housing
- assembly
- restaurant
- liquor store
C5 zoning FAQ
What is C5 zoning in Abbotsford?
C5 (City Centre Commercial (C5)) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Wide range of City Centre uses incl retail, office, service and residential.
What can you build on C5-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in C5 include Retail, office, financial, service, apartment, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for C5 in Abbotsford?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in C5 is about 1.75. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
Other commercial zones in Abbotsford
- C1 — Local Commercial (C1)
- C2 — Neighbourhood Commercial (C2)
- C3 — Community Commercial (C3)
- C4 — Service Commercial (C4)
- C7 — Historic Downtown Commercial (C7)
- CAM — Auto Mall Commercial (CAM)
- CCM — City Centre Mixed Use (CCM)
- CGC — Golf Course Commercial (CGC)
Look up a specific address in Abbotsford
Source: official Abbotsford zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026