RS3-i Zoning in Abbotsford - Urban Residential Zone, Infill
RS3-i: Urban Residential Zone, Infill is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings on urban Lots in the Urban 3-Infill Land Use Designation
On a typical RS3-i-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.5, a maximum height of 8.5 m (3 storeys), and site coverage up to 40%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RS3-i district
To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings on urban Lots in the Urban 3-Infill Land Use Designation
RS3-i at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 8.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RS3-i
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Residential Zone, Infill | 540 m² | - | 0.5 | - | 8.5 m |
Permitted uses in RS3-i
- Residential Care
- Single Detached Dwelling
- Boarding House
RS3-i zoning FAQ
What is RS3-i zoning in Abbotsford?
RS3-i (Urban Residential Zone, Infill) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings on urban Lots in the Urban 3-Infill Land Use Designation
What can you build on RS3-i-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in RS3-i include Residential Care, Single Detached Dwelling, Boarding House. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RS3-i in Abbotsford?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RS3-i is about 0.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RS3-i?
RS3-i permits a maximum building height of 8.5 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
- 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