RS6 Zoning in Abbotsford - Compact Lot Residential Zone
RS6: Compact Lot Residential Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings on compact Lots
On a typical RS6-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.65, a hard cap of 273 m² of floor area however large the lot, a maximum height of 9.5 m (3 storeys), and site coverage up to 45%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RS6 district
To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings on compact Lots
RS6 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.65 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 45% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RS6
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compact Lot Residential Zone | 300 m² | - | 0.65 | - | 9.5 m |
| Compact Lot Residential Zone | 300 m² | - | 0.65 | - | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RS6
- Residential Care
- Single Detached Dwelling
RS6 zoning FAQ
What is RS6 zoning in Abbotsford?
RS6 (Compact Lot Residential Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. To accommodate Single Detached Dwellings on compact Lots
What can you build on RS6-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in RS6 include Residential Care, Single Detached Dwelling. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RS6 in Abbotsford?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RS6 is about 0.65. The ratio is not the whole rule here: floor area is no more than 273 m², so on many lots the absolute figure governs rather than the ratio. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RS6?
RS6 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
- 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
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Source: official Abbotsford zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026