RG-2 Zoning in North Vancouver - Ground-Oriented Residential 2
RG-2: Ground-Oriented Residential 2 is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit rowhouses and townhouses in areas designated Residential Level 3 or higher in the Official Community Plan, at densities up to 0.75 FSR and under Development Permit Area guidelines.
On a typical RG-2-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 0.5–0.75, a maximum height of 12 m, and site coverage up to 50%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RG-2 district
Permit rowhouses and townhouses in areas designated Residential Level 3 or higher in the Official Community Plan, at densities up to 0.75 FSR and under Development Permit Area guidelines.
RG-2 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5–0.75 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 12 m |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RG-2
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground-Oriented Residential 2 | 540 m² | - | 0.5 | 0.75 | 12 m |
Permitted uses in RG-2
- Rowhouse Residential Use
- Townhouse Residential Use
- One-Unit Residential Use
RG-2 zoning FAQ
What is RG-2 zoning in North Vancouver?
RG-2 (Ground-Oriented Residential 2) is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit rowhouses and townhouses in areas designated Residential Level 3 or higher in the Official Community Plan, at densities up to 0.75 FSR and under Development Permit Area guidelines.
What can you build on RG-2-zoned land in North Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RG-2 include Rowhouse Residential Use, Townhouse Residential Use, One-Unit Residential Use. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RG-2 in North Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RG-2 generally ranges from about 0.5 up to 0.75. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RG-2?
RG-2 permits a maximum building height of 12 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in North Vancouver
- GO - Ground Oriented Zone
- MID - Mid Rise Zone
- RC-1 - Cedar Village Residential 1
- RC-2 - Cedar Village Residential 2
- RG-1 - Ground-Oriented Apartment Residential 1
- RG-2A - Ground-Oriented Residential 2A
- RG-3 - Ground-Oriented Residential 3
- RG-4 - Ground-Oriented Residential 4
Look up a specific address in North Vancouver
Source: official North Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026