C6 Zoning in Burnaby — Gasoline Service Station

C6 — Gasoline Service Station is a commercial zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides a rational pattern of service station outlets to adequately serve the requirements of the Municipality in harmony with surrounding development.

On a typical C6-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 6 m and site coverage up to 30%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.

Intent of the C6 district

This District provides a rational pattern of service station outlets to adequately serve the requirements of the Municipality in harmony with surrounding development.

C6 at a glance

Max height	6 m
Site coverage	30%
Zone category	Commercial

Density tiers in C6

Tier	Min lot area	Max units	FSR	Max height
Gasoline Service Station	1110 m²	—	—	6 m

Permitted uses in C6

Conventional Gas Stations
Self-Serve Gas Stations (C6a)
Gas Station + Retail Grocery ≤186m2 (C6b)
Accessory Retail ≤27m2
Emergency Shelters
Fire Halls

C6 zoning FAQ

What is C6 zoning in Burnaby?

C6 (Gasoline Service Station) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides a rational pattern of service station outlets to adequately serve the requirements of the Municipality in harmony with surrounding development.

What can you build on C6-zoned land in Burnaby?

Permitted uses in C6 include Conventional Gas Stations, Self-Serve Gas Stations (C6a), Gas Station + Retail Grocery ≤186m2 (C6b), Accessory Retail ≤27m2, Emergency Shelters, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.

How tall can a building be in C6?

C6 permits a maximum building height of 6 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.

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Source: official Burnaby zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026