R7 Zoning in Burnaby - High-Rise Apartment 1
Tracked amendment July 1, 2026: Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 2026 (No. 14815) replaces the 1965 rules. Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 2026, Bylaw No. 14815. See Burnaby zoning changes
R7: High-Rise Apartment 1 is a residential zoning district in the City of Burnaby. The intent of this district is to provide for high-rise residential buildings of up to 30 storeys, typically in the form of apartment towers with podiums that support ground-oriented residential and commercial uses.
R7 permits 30 storeys by right, rising to as much as 40 only where the bylaw's conditions are met. See the height note below.
Alongside housing, R7 also lists dormitory, Emergency Shelter, and Live-Work Units among its permitted uses.
Intent of the R7 district
The intent of this district is to provide for high-rise residential buildings of up to 30 storeys, typically in the form of apartment towers with podiums that support ground-oriented residential and commercial uses.
R7 at a glance
| Max storeys (by right) | 30 |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (conditional) | 40 |
| Zone category | Residential |
30 storeys by right, up to 40 conditional. Base height is 30 storeys. Height averaging may add up to 5 storeys to an individual building component, voluntary commercial storeys up to 10, and a Community Benefit Bonus up to 10 more, cumulatively capped at 40 storeys (Table 4-2.3).
Density tiers in R7
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-Rise Apartment 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
Permitted uses in R7
- Multiple Family Dwellings
- Dormitory
- Emergency Shelter
- Live-Work Units
- Supportive Housing (Cat A & B)
- All CM1 principal and secondary uses (secondary)
- Boarding Use
- Home Occupation
- Multi-Family Flex-Units
- Short-Term Rental
- Accessory Buildings/Structures
R7 zoning FAQ
What is R7 zoning in Burnaby?
R7 (High-Rise Apartment 1) is a residential zoning district in the City of Burnaby. The intent of this district is to provide for high-rise residential buildings of up to 30 storeys, typically in the form of apartment towers with podiums that support ground-oriented residential and commercial uses.
What can you build on R7-zoned land in Burnaby?
Permitted uses in R7 include Multiple Family Dwellings, Dormitory, Emergency Shelter, Live-Work Units, Supportive Housing (Cat A & B), among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in R7?
R7 permits a maximum of 30 storeys. A further increase to 40 storeys is conditional, not by right. Base height is 30 storeys. Height averaging may add up to 5 storeys to an individual building component, voluntary commercial storeys up to 10, and a Community Benefit Bonus up to 10 more, cumulatively capped at 40 storeys (Table 4-2.3). Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Burnaby
- R1 - SSMUH – 5 to 6 Units (Frequent Transit Network Area only)
- R2 - Townhouse District
- R2r - Townhouse District – Rental
- R3 - Low-Rise Apartment 1
- R3r - Low-Rise Apartment 1 – Rental
- R4 - Low-Rise Apartment 2
- R4r - Low-Rise Apartment 2 – Rental
- R5 - Mid-Rise Apartment 1
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Source: official Burnaby zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026