P3 Zoning in Abbotsford — Assembly & School (P3)
P3 — Assembly & School (P3) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Assembly and school uses.
On a typical P3-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 9.8 m (2 storeys) and site coverage up to 40%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the P3 district
Assembly and school uses.
P3 at a glance
| Max height | 9.8 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 2 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
Density tiers in P3
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly & School (P3) | — | — | — | 9.8 m |
Permitted uses in P3
- Assembly
- school
P3 zoning FAQ
What is P3 zoning in Abbotsford?
P3 (Assembly & School (P3)) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Assembly and school uses.
What can you build on P3-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in P3 include Assembly, school. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in P3?
P3 permits a maximum building height of 9.8 m, generally about 2 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other public & institutional zones in Abbotsford
- P1 — Civic / Institutional (P1)
- P2 — Parks & Schools (P2)
- 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