P1a Zoning in Burnaby — Parks, Open Spaces and Natural Areas – Natural Areas Sub-District
P1a — Parks, Open Spaces and Natural Areas – Natural Areas Sub-District is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Burnaby. The intent of this sub-district is to retain natural areas that are important for the environment or wildlife.
Intent of the P1a district
The intent of this sub-district is to retain natural areas that are important for the environment or wildlife. These lands are often shaped by geological processes and include waterways, ravines, and forests. Public access may be limited for preservation purposes.
P1a at a glance
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
|---|
Density tiers in P1a
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parks, Open Spaces and Natural Areas – Natural Areas Sub-District | — | — | — | — |
Permitted uses in P1a
- Natural Area
- Park
- Civic Facility (secondary)
- Emergency Shelter (secondary)
- Parking Facility (secondary)
- Research and Development (accessory — environmental stewardship of an existing feature on the subject site only)
- Utility Services (accessory)
- Other Accessory Buildings, Structures and Uses
P1a zoning FAQ
What is P1a zoning in Burnaby?
P1a (Parks, Open Spaces and Natural Areas – Natural Areas Sub-District) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Burnaby. The intent of this sub-district is to retain natural areas that are important for the environment or wildlife.
What can you build on P1a-zoned land in Burnaby?
Permitted uses in P1a include Natural Area, Park, Civic Facility (secondary), Emergency Shelter (secondary), Parking Facility (secondary), among others. 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
- P2 — Institutional
- P2a — Institutional – School Sub-District
- P3 — Park and Public Use
- P4 — Cemetery
- P5 — Community Institutional
- P6 — Regional Institutional
- P7 — Special Institutional
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Source: official Burnaby zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026