M7 Zoning in Burnaby — Marine District 2
M7 — Marine District 2 is a industrial zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the regulation and location of water-oriented uses and related activities in proper relationship to surrounding development.
On a typical M7-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 12 m (3 storeys) and site coverage up to 40%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the M7 district
This District provides for the regulation and location of water-oriented uses and related activities in proper relationship to surrounding development.
M7 at a glance
| Max height | 12 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Industrial |
Density tiers in M7
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine District 2 | — | — | — | 12 m |
Permitted uses in M7
- Boat Rental
- Fire/Police Boat Facilities
- Boat Manufacturing/Assembly/Retail/Repair (≤15m)
- Marine Sporting Goods Manufacturing/Rental/Repair/Sale
- Commercial Marinas (with offices, cafeteria, retail marine supplies, boat motor repairs ≤370kw)
- Marine Fueling
- Aquaplanes/Float Planes (M7a only)
- Emergency Shelters
- Fire Halls
- Accessory Buildings/Uses
M7 zoning FAQ
What is M7 zoning in Burnaby?
M7 (Marine District 2) is a industrial zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the regulation and location of water-oriented uses and related activities in proper relationship to surrounding development.
What can you build on M7-zoned land in Burnaby?
Permitted uses in M7 include Boat Rental, Fire/Police Boat Facilities, Boat Manufacturing/Assembly/Retail/Repair (≤15m), Marine Sporting Goods Manufacturing/Rental/Repair/Sale, Commercial Marinas (with offices, cafeteria, retail marine supplies, boat motor repairs ≤370kw), among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in M7?
M7 permits a maximum building height of 12 m, generally about 3 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
- M2 — General Industrial District
- M3 — Heavy Industrial District
- M4 — Special Industrial
- M5 — Light Industrial District
Look up a specific address in Burnaby
Source: official Burnaby zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026