P12 Zoning in Burnaby — Utility Corridor
P12 — Utility Corridor is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the location and regulation of utility corridors and compatible uses.
Intent of the P12 district
This District provides for the location and regulation of utility corridors and compatible uses.
P12 at a glance
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
|---|
Density tiers in P12
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utility Corridor | — | — | — | — |
Permitted uses in P12
- Utility Corridors (overhead/underground electrical transmission, sewer/water/telecom infrastructure)
- Trails
- Open Space
- Accessory Structures/Uses
P12 zoning FAQ
What is P12 zoning in Burnaby?
P12 (Utility Corridor) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the location and regulation of utility corridors and compatible uses.
What can you build on P12-zoned land in Burnaby?
Permitted uses in P12 include Utility Corridors (overhead/underground electrical transmission, sewer/water/telecom infrastructure), Trails, Open Space, Accessory Structures/Uses. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
Other public & institutional zones in Burnaby
- P1 — Parks, Open Spaces and Natural Areas
- P1a — Parks, Open Spaces and Natural Areas – Natural Areas Sub-District
- P2 — Institutional
- P2a — Institutional – School Sub-District
- P3 — Park and Public Use
- P4 — Cemetery
- P5 — Community Institutional
- P6 — Regional Institutional
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Source: official Burnaby zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026