P4 Zoning in Burnaby — Cemetery
P4 — Cemetery is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the location of cemeteries and related uses in proper relationship to surrounding areas.
On a typical P4-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 12 m (2 storeys). Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the P4 district
This District provides for the location of cemeteries and related uses in proper relationship to surrounding areas.
P4 at a glance
| Max height | 12 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 2 |
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
Density tiers in P4
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cemetery | — | — | — | 12 m |
Permitted uses in P4
- Cemeteries
- Chapels
- Crematoria/Mausoleums (within cemetery, ≥30m from lot lines, ≥61m from R/RM, CD plan)
- Caretaker/Watchman Dwelling
- Accessory Buildings/Uses
P4 zoning FAQ
What is P4 zoning in Burnaby?
P4 (Cemetery) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the location of cemeteries and related uses in proper relationship to surrounding areas.
What can you build on P4-zoned land in Burnaby?
Permitted uses in P4 include Cemeteries, Chapels, Crematoria/Mausoleums (within cemetery, ≥30m from lot lines, ≥61m from R/RM, CD plan), Caretaker/Watchman Dwelling, Accessory Buildings/Uses. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in P4?
P4 permits a maximum building height of 12 m, generally about 2 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
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
- P5 — Community Institutional
- P6 — Regional Institutional
- P7 — Special Institutional
Look up a specific address in Burnaby
Source: official Burnaby zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026