P4 Zoning in Abbotsford — Congregate Housing / Care (P4)
P4 — Congregate Housing / Care (P4) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Congregate housing, congregate care and community support services.
On a typical P4-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 1.4, a maximum height of 12.2 m, 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 P4 district
Congregate housing, congregate care and community support services.
P4 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 12.2 m |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
Density tiers in P4
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Congregate Housing / Care (P4) | — | — | 1.4 | 12.2 m |
Permitted uses in P4
- Congregate housing
- congregate care
- community service
P4 zoning FAQ
What is P4 zoning in Abbotsford?
P4 (Congregate Housing / Care (P4)) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Congregate housing, congregate care and community support services.
What can you build on P4-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in P4 include Congregate housing, congregate care, community service. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for P4 in Abbotsford?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in P4 is about 1.4. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in P4?
P4 permits a maximum building height of 12.2 m. 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)
- P3 — Assembly & School (P3)
- 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