RCH Zoning in Abbotsford - Coach House Residential Zone
RCH: Coach House Residential Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings and Coach Houses on urban Lots with municipal lane access in the Urban 3 – Infill Land Use Designation and new neighbourhoods.
On a typical RCH-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.5, a maximum height of 9.5 m (3 storeys), and site coverage up to 50%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RCH district
To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings and Coach Houses on urban Lots with municipal lane access in the Urban 3 – Infill Land Use Designation and new neighbourhoods.
RCH at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RCH
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coach House Residential Zone | 300 m² | - | 0.5 | - | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RCH
- Residential Care
- Single Detached Dwelling
RCH zoning FAQ
What is RCH zoning in Abbotsford?
RCH (Coach House Residential Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings and Coach Houses on urban Lots with municipal lane access in the Urban 3 – Infill Land Use Designation and new neighbourhoods.
What can you build on RCH-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in RCH include Residential Care, Single Detached Dwelling. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RCH in Abbotsford?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RCH is about 0.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RCH?
RCH permits a maximum building height of 9.5 m, generally about 3 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Abbotsford
- CR - Country Residential Zone
- RCS - Residential Corner Store
- RH1 - Manufactured Home Park Zone
- RHR - High Rise Apartment Zone
- RM16 - Low Density Townhouse Zone
- RM30 - Low Density Townhouse Zone
- RM45 - Medium Density Townhouse Zone
- RM60 - High Density Townhouse Zone
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Source: official Abbotsford zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026