P7 Zoning in Burnaby — Special Institutional
P7 — Special Institutional is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the location and regulation of special institutional uses of a charitable, correctional, philanthropic, rehabilitative or religious character.
On a typical P7-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 12 m (2 storeys) and site coverage up to 30%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the P7 district
This District provides for the location and regulation of special institutional uses of a charitable, correctional, philanthropic, rehabilitative or religious character.
P7 at a glance
| Max height | 12 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 2 |
| Site coverage | 30% |
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
Density tiers in P7
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special Institutional | 890 m² | — | — | 12 m |
Permitted uses in P7
- Aftercare/Parole/Rehabilitation Centres
- Correctional Institutions
- Half-Way Houses
- Religious/Philanthropic/Charitable Institutions
- Emergency Shelters
- Fire Halls
- Accessory Buildings/Uses
P7 zoning FAQ
What is P7 zoning in Burnaby?
P7 (Special Institutional) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for the location and regulation of special institutional uses of a charitable, correctional, philanthropic, rehabilitative or religious character.
What can you build on P7-zoned land in Burnaby?
Permitted uses in P7 include Aftercare/Parole/Rehabilitation Centres, Correctional Institutions, Half-Way Houses, Religious/Philanthropic/Charitable Institutions, Emergency Shelters, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in P7?
P7 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
- P4 — Cemetery
- P5 — Community Institutional
- P6 — Regional Institutional
Look up a specific address in Burnaby
Source: official Burnaby zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026