RR Zoning in Abbotsford - Rural Residential Zone

RR: Rural Residential Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings and Agricultural Uses on large Lots in a rural setting

On a typical RR-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 9.5 m (3 storeys) and site coverage up to 10%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.

Alongside housing, RR also lists Agricultural Use and Resource Processing among its permitted uses.

Intent of the RR district

To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings and Agricultural Uses on large Lots in a rural setting

RR at a glance

Max height	9.5 m
Max storeys (by right)	3
Site coverage	10%
Zone category	Residential

Density tiers in RR

Tier	Min lot area	Max units	Base FSR	Bonus FSR	Max height
Rural Residential Zone	40000 m²	-	-	-	9.5 m

Permitted uses in RR

Agricultural Use
Residential Care
Resource Processing
Single Detached Dwelling
Supported Housing

RR zoning FAQ

What is RR zoning in Abbotsford?

RR (Rural Residential Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings and Agricultural Uses on large Lots in a rural setting

What can you build on RR-zoned land in Abbotsford?

Permitted uses in RR include Agricultural Use, Residential Care, Resource Processing, Single Detached Dwelling, Supported Housing. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.

How tall can a building be in RR?

RR 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

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Source: official Abbotsford zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026