RH-1 Zoning in North Vancouver — High Density Apartment Residential 1
RH-1: High Density Apartment Residential 1 is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit apartment residential use at high density.
On a typical RH-1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 1.2–2.6, a maximum height of 30.48 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 RH-1 district
Permit apartment residential use at high density.
RH-1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.2–2.6 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 30.48 m |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RH-1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Density Apartment Residential 1 | 650 m² | — | 2.6 | 30.48 m |
Permitted uses in RH-1
- Apartment Residential Use
- Rental Apartment Residential Use
- Ground-Oriented Apartment Residential Use
- One-Unit Residential Use
- Two-Unit Residential Use
- Child Care Use
- Residential Care Facility Use
RH-1 zoning FAQ
What is RH-1 zoning in North Vancouver?
RH-1 (High Density Apartment Residential 1) is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit apartment residential use at high density.
What can you build on RH-1-zoned land in North Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RH-1 include Apartment Residential Use, Rental Apartment Residential Use, Ground-Oriented Apartment Residential Use, One-Unit Residential Use, Two-Unit Residential Use, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RH-1 in North Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RH-1 generally ranges from about 1.2 up to 2.6. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RH-1?
RH-1 permits a maximum building height of 30.48 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-3 — Ground-Oriented Residential 3
Look up a specific address in North Vancouver
Source: official North Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026