I1a Zoning in Burnaby — Industrial District
I1a — Industrial District is a industrial zoning district in the City of Burnaby. The intent of the Industrial District is to provide for industrial uses that vary in scale and intensity, including manufacturing and processing of raw and finished materials, distribution, warehousing and compatible supporting commercial and accessory uses.
Intent of the I1a district
The intent of the Industrial District is to provide for industrial uses that vary in scale and intensity, including manufacturing and processing of raw and finished materials, distribution, warehousing and compatible supporting commercial and accessory uses.
I1a at a glance
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Zone category | Industrial |
Density tiers in I1a
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial District | — | — | — | — |
Permitted uses in I1a
- Animal Care
- Cannabis Processing Facility
- Cannabis Production Facility
- Commercial Kitchen
- Contractor Service
- Emergency Shelter
- Fleet Dispatch Centre
- Industrial Fueling Station
- Light Industrial
- Marine Mooring Facility
- Nurseries and Greenhouses
- Production and Rehearsal Studio
- Recycling Centre
- Research and Development
- Service Station
- Storage Yard
- Towing and Impound Lot
- Trade School
- Transportation Facility
- Utility Services
- Vehicle, Boat and Trailer Dealership
- Warehouse, Packaging and Distribution Facilities
- Wholesale Facility
- Works Yard, Artist Studio or Workshop
- Child Care Facility
- Energy Generation
- Mobile Retail and Restaurant
- Office
- Personal and Business Services
- Restaurant
- Retail
- Storage Facility
- Showroom or Display Area
- Other Accessory Buildings, Structures, and Uses, Crematoria, Heavy Industrial, Industrial Port or Harbour Use, Freight Depot, Recyling and Waste Processing Facility, Salvage Yard
I1a zoning FAQ
What is I1a zoning in Burnaby?
I1a (Industrial District) is a industrial zoning district in the City of Burnaby. The intent of the Industrial District is to provide for industrial uses that vary in scale and intensity, including manufacturing and processing of raw and finished materials, distribution, warehousing and compatible supporting commercial and accessory uses.
What can you build on I1a-zoned land in Burnaby?
Permitted uses in I1a include Animal Care, Cannabis Processing Facility, Cannabis Production Facility, Commercial Kitchen, Contractor Service, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in I1a?
I1a permits a maximum of 4 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other industrial zones in Burnaby
- E1 — Employment District
- I1 — Industrial District
- M1 — Manufacturing District
- M2 — General Industrial District
- M3 — Heavy Industrial District
- M4 — Special Industrial
- M5 — Light Industrial District
- M6 — Truck Terminal District
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Source: official Burnaby zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026