R9 Zoning in Chilliwack — Affordable Rental Housing
R9: Affordable Rental Housing is a residential zoning district in the City of Chilliwack. Below market rental apartments secured by a housing agreement.
On a typical R9-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 25 m and site coverage up to 60%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the R9 district
Below market rental apartments secured by a housing agreement.
R9 at a glance
| Max height | 25 m |
|---|---|
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in R9
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Affordable Rental Housing | 1000 m² | — | — | 25 m |
Permitted uses in R9
- Apartment
- Club or lodge
- General commercial
- School
R9 zoning FAQ
What is R9 zoning in Chilliwack?
R9 (Affordable Rental Housing) is a residential zoning district in the City of Chilliwack. Below market rental apartments secured by a housing agreement.
What can you build on R9-zoned land in Chilliwack?
Permitted uses in R9 include Apartment, Club or lodge, General commercial, School. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in R9?
R9 permits a maximum building height of 25 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Chilliwack
- EV — Ecovillage
- HR — Hillside Residential
- M1-A — Residential Light Industrial
- R — Rural
- R1-A — Urban Residential
- R1-B — Urban Duplex Residential
- R1-C — Urban Infill
- R2 — Urban Residential Transition
Look up a specific address in Chilliwack
Source: official Chilliwack zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026