RR Zoning in Abbotsford — Rural Residential (RR)
RR — Rural Residential (RR) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Single detached dwellings and agriculture on large rural lots.
On a typical RR-zoned lot you can expect up to 1 dwelling unit, 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 — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RR district
Single detached dwellings and agriculture on large rural lots.
RR at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 1 |
|---|---|
| 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 | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Residential (RR) | — | 1 | — | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RR
- Single detached dwelling
- agriculture
- residential care
- supported housing
- resource processing
- coach house
- secondary suite
- farm retail
- kennel
- home occupation
RR zoning FAQ
What is RR zoning in Abbotsford?
RR (Rural Residential (RR)) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Single detached dwellings and agriculture on large rural lots.
What can you build on RR-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in RR include Single detached dwelling, agriculture, residential care, supported housing, resource processing, among others. 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.
How many units are allowed in RR zoning?
RR allows up to 1 dwelling unit on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in Abbotsford now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
Other residential zones in Abbotsford
- CR — Country Residential (CR)
- RCH — Coach House Residential (RCH)
- RCS — Residential Corner Store (RCS)
- RH1 — Manufactured Home Park (RH1)
- RHR — High Rise Apartment (RHR)
- RM16 — Low Density Townhouse (RM16)
- RM30 — Low Density Townhouse (RM30)
- RM45 — Medium Density Townhouse (RM45)
Look up a specific address in Abbotsford
Source: official Abbotsford zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026