RMM Zoning in Abbotsford - Mid Rise Apartment Zone
RMM: Mid Rise Apartment Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate mid-rise developments up to six (6) Storeys in Height, including residential Buildings and Buildings for Congregate Care, for lands designated Apartment in the City’s Official Community Plan
On a typical RMM-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 1.0–2.5, a maximum height of 21.3 m (6 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.
Alongside housing, RMM also lists assembly, Lock-off Unit, and boarding among its permitted uses.
Intent of the RMM district
To accommodate mid-rise developments up to six (6) Storeys in Height, including residential Buildings and Buildings for Congregate Care, for lands designated Apartment in the City’s Official Community Plan
RMM at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.0–2.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 21.3 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 6 |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RMM
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Rise Apartment Zone | - | - | 1.0 | - | 21.3 m |
Permitted uses in RMM
- Apartment
- Congregate Housing
- Home Occupation – Level 1
- Assembly
- Lock-off Unit
- Boarding
- Animal Hospital .18 Indoor Recreation Facility
- Assembly .19 Liquor Store
- Brewing and Vinting Outlet .20 Media Studio
- Brew-Pub .21 Microbrewery
- Child Care Centre .22 Office
- Civic Use .23 Personal Service Establishment
- Coffee Shop .24 Pet Daycare
- Commercial School .25 Printing Services
- Courier and Delivery .26 Pub
- Financial Institution .27 Restaurant
- Health Care Office .28 Retail
RMM zoning FAQ
What is RMM zoning in Abbotsford?
RMM (Mid Rise Apartment Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate mid-rise developments up to six (6) Storeys in Height, including residential Buildings and Buildings for Congregate Care, for lands designated Apartment in the City’s Official Community Plan
What can you build on RMM-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in RMM include Apartment, Congregate Housing, Home Occupation – Level 1, Assembly, Lock-off Unit, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RMM in Abbotsford?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RMM generally ranges from about 1.0 up to 2.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RMM?
RMM permits a maximum building height of 21.3 m, generally about 6 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Abbotsford
- CR - Country Residential Zone
- RCH - Coach House 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
Look up a specific address in Abbotsford
Source: official Abbotsford zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026