M2 Zoning in Burnaby — General Industrial District
M2 — General Industrial District is a industrial zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the accommodation of general industrial activities under conditions designed to minimize conflicts with surrounding uses.
On a typical M2-zoned lot you can expect site coverage up to 60%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the M2 district
This District provides for the accommodation of general industrial activities under conditions designed to minimize conflicts with surrounding uses.
M2 at a glance
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Industrial |
Density tiers in M2
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Industrial District | 930 m² | — | — | — |
Permitted uses in M2
- All M1 uses
- Tire Retreading/Rebuilding
- Welding Shops (≤560m2)
- Food Manufacturing (alcohol, meat, starch/sugar, vegetable oils)
- Textile Products (linoleum, coated fabrics)
- Wood/Paper Products (paperboard, sash/door, misc. wood)
- Fabricated Metal Products
- Heavy Machinery Assembly
- Non-Metallic Mineral Products
- Chemical Products (alcohol, dyes, compressed gases, paints, soaps, photographic chemicals)
- Public Utility Buildings
- Animal Training/Daycare
- Retail Building Supply (existing use pre-2006 or CD plan)
- Residential Sales Centres
- Cafes for employees (M2r only)
- Cannabis Production/Processing
- Emergency Shelters
- Fire Halls
- Accessory Buildings/Uses
M2 zoning FAQ
What is M2 zoning in Burnaby?
M2 (General Industrial District) is a industrial zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the accommodation of general industrial activities under conditions designed to minimize conflicts with surrounding uses.
What can you build on M2-zoned land in Burnaby?
Permitted uses in M2 include All M1 uses, Tire Retreading/Rebuilding, Welding Shops (≤560m2), Food Manufacturing (alcohol, meat, starch/sugar, vegetable oils), Textile Products (linoleum, coated fabrics), among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in M2?
M2 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
- I1a — Industrial District
- M1 — Manufacturing 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