R5 Zoning in City of Langley - High Rise Residential
Tracked amendment March 9, 2026: New comprehensive zoning bylaw replaces the 1996 code. City of Langley Zoning Bylaw, 2025, No. 3300. See City of Langley zoning changes
R5: High Rise Residential is a residential zoning district in the City of Langley. High-rise apartment buildings with accessory locally-serving commercial uses in the Transit Oriented Residential and Civic Centre OCP land uses.
On a typical R5-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 4.5 and a maximum height of 46 m. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Alongside housing, R5 also lists Child Care Centre, Retail Sales under 400 m2, and General Service among its permitted uses.
Intent of the R5 district
High-rise apartment buildings with accessory locally-serving commercial uses in the Transit Oriented Residential and Civic Centre OCP land uses.
R5 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 46 m |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in R5
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Rise Residential | 1850 m² | - | 4.5 | - | 46 m |
Permitted uses in R5
- Congregate Housing
- Multiple Unit Residential
- Seniors-Oriented Multiple Unit Residential
- Home Occupation
- Child Care Centre
- Retail Sales under 400 m2
- General Service
- Eating Establishment
- Personal Services
- Office
- Cultural Facilities
- Assembly Hall
- Community Service
- Artist Studio
- Brew pub
- Brewers and vintners
R5 zoning FAQ
What is R5 zoning in City of Langley?
R5 (High Rise Residential) is a residential zoning district in the City of Langley. High-rise apartment buildings with accessory locally-serving commercial uses in the Transit Oriented Residential and Civic Centre OCP land uses.
What can you build on R5-zoned land in City of Langley?
Permitted uses in R5 include Congregate Housing, Multiple Unit Residential, Seniors-Oriented Multiple Unit Residential, Home Occupation, Child Care Centre, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for R5 in City of Langley?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in R5 is about 4.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in R5?
R5 permits a maximum building height of 46 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in City of Langley
- R1 - Suburban Residential
- R2 - Townhouse Residential
- R3 - Low Rise Residential
- R3a - Conder Park Corner
- R4 - Mid Rise Residential
- R5a - Langley Lions Seniors District
Look up a specific address in City of Langley
Source: official City of Langley zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026