RS1 Zoning in Abbotsford — Urban Estate Residential (RS1)
RS1 — Urban Estate Residential (RS1) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Single detached dwellings on large urban lots.
On a typical RS1-zoned lot you can expect up to 1 dwelling unit, an FSR of about 0.5, a maximum height of 9.5 m (3 storeys), and site coverage up to 33%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RS1 district
Single detached dwellings on large urban lots.
RS1 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 1 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5 |
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 33% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RS1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Estate Residential (RS1) | — | 1 | 0.5 | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RS1
- Single detached dwelling
- residential care
- supported housing
- boarding house
- secondary suite
- home occupation
RS1 zoning FAQ
What is RS1 zoning in Abbotsford?
RS1 (Urban Estate Residential (RS1)) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Single detached dwellings on large urban lots.
What can you build on RS1-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in RS1 include Single detached dwelling, residential care, supported housing, boarding house, secondary suite, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RS1 in Abbotsford?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RS1 is about 0.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RS1?
RS1 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 RS1 zoning?
RS1 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