SRH Zoning in Abbotsford — Suburban Residential Hobby Farm (SRH)
SRH — Suburban Residential Hobby Farm (SRH) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Single detached dwellings with small-scale hobby farming on suburban lots.
On a typical SRH-zoned lot you can expect up to 1 dwelling unit, a maximum height of 9.5 m (3 storeys), and site coverage up to 20%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the SRH district
Single detached dwellings with small-scale hobby farming on suburban lots.
SRH at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 1 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 20% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in SRH
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suburban Residential Hobby Farm (SRH) | — | 1 | — | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in SRH
- Single detached dwelling
- residential care
- hobby farm agriculture
- coach house
- secondary suite
- produce sales
SRH zoning FAQ
What is SRH zoning in Abbotsford?
SRH (Suburban Residential Hobby Farm (SRH)) is a residential zoning district in the City of Abbotsford. Single detached dwellings with small-scale hobby farming on suburban lots.
What can you build on SRH-zoned land in Abbotsford?
Permitted uses in SRH include Single detached dwelling, residential care, hobby farm agriculture, coach house, secondary suite, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in SRH?
SRH 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 SRH zoning?
SRH 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