RG-3 Zoning in North Vancouver — Ground-Oriented Residential 3
RG-3: Ground-Oriented Residential 3 is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit rowhouses and townhouses at densities up to 1.0 FSR and under Development Permit Area guidelines.
On a typical RG-3-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 1.0, a maximum height of 12 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 RG-3 district
Permit rowhouses and townhouses at densities up to 1.0 FSR and under Development Permit Area guidelines.
RG-3 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 12 m |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RG-3
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground-Oriented Residential 3 | — | — | 1.0 | 12 m |
Permitted uses in RG-3
- Rowhouse Residential Use
- Townhouse Residential Use
- One-Unit Residential Use
RG-3 zoning FAQ
What is RG-3 zoning in North Vancouver?
RG-3 (Ground-Oriented Residential 3) is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit rowhouses and townhouses at densities up to 1.0 FSR and under Development Permit Area guidelines.
What can you build on RG-3-zoned land in North Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RG-3 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-3 in North Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RG-3 is about 1.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RG-3?
RG-3 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-2 — Ground-Oriented Residential 2
- RG-2A — Ground-Oriented Residential 2A
- RG-4 — Ground-Oriented Residential 4
Look up a specific address in North Vancouver
Source: official North Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026