P1 Zoning in Abbotsford — Civic / Institutional (P1)
P1 — Civic / Institutional (P1) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. General civic and institutional uses.
On a typical P1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 2.75, a maximum height of 18 m (6 storeys), and site coverage up to 50%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the P1 district
General civic and institutional uses.
P1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 2.75 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 18 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 6 |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
Density tiers in P1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic / Institutional (P1) | — | — | 2.75 | 18 m |
Permitted uses in P1
- Civic use
- community service
- institutional
P1 zoning FAQ
What is P1 zoning in Abbotsford?
P1 (Civic / Institutional (P1)) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. General civic and institutional uses.
What can you build on P1-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in P1 include Civic use, community service, institutional. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for P1 in Abbotsford?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in P1 is about 2.75. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in P1?
P1 permits a maximum building height of 18 m, generally about 6 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other public & institutional zones in Abbotsford
- P2 — Parks & Schools (P2)
- P3 — Assembly & School (P3)
- P4 — Congregate Housing / Care (P4)
- P5 — River Use (P5)
- P6 — Entertainment & Sports (P6)
- P7 — University / College Campus (P7)
- P8 — Health Campus (P8)
Look up a specific address in Abbotsford
Source: official Abbotsford zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026