RM4uv-a Zoning in Burnaby - Legacy MF Residential – Medium-High Density
RM4uv-a: Legacy MF Residential – Medium-High Density is a residential zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for a medium to high density multiple family area.
On a typical RM4uv-a-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 1.4–1.7. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Alongside housing, RM4uv-a also lists Child Care, Emergency Shelters, and Accessory Buildings/Uses among its permitted uses.
Intent of the RM4uv-a district
This District provides for a medium to high density multiple family area.
RM4uv-a at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.4–1.7 |
|---|---|
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RM4uv-a
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy MF Residential – Medium-High Density | 1670 m² | - | 1.4 | 1.7 | - |
Permitted uses in RM4uv-a
- Multiple Family Dwellings
- Home Occupations
- Child Care
- Supportive Housing (Cat A & B, CD plan)
- Rest Homes/Private Hospitals (CD plan)
- Emergency Shelters
- Accessory Buildings/Uses
RM4uv-a zoning FAQ
What is RM4uv-a zoning in Burnaby?
RM4uv-a (Legacy MF Residential – Medium-High Density) is a residential zoning district in the City of Burnaby. This District provides for a medium to high density multiple family area.
What can you build on RM4uv-a-zoned land in Burnaby?
Permitted uses in RM4uv-a include Multiple Family Dwellings, Home Occupations, Child Care, Supportive Housing (Cat A & B, CD plan), Rest Homes/Private Hospitals (CD plan), among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RM4uv-a in Burnaby?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RM4uv-a generally ranges from about 1.4 up to 1.7. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
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
Look up a specific address in Burnaby
Source: official Burnaby zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026