RM-1 Zoning in North Vancouver — Medium Density Apartment Residential 1
RM-1: Medium Density Apartment Residential 1 is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit apartment residential use at medium density.
On a typical RM-1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 1.0–1.6, a maximum height of 13 m (3 storeys), 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 RM-1 district
Permit apartment residential use at medium density.
RM-1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.0–1.6 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 13 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RM-1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium Density Apartment Residential 1 | 650 m² | — | 1.6 | 13 m |
Permitted uses in RM-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
RM-1 zoning FAQ
What is RM-1 zoning in North Vancouver?
RM-1 (Medium Density Apartment Residential 1) is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit apartment residential use at medium density.
What can you build on RM-1-zoned land in North Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RM-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 RM-1 in North Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RM-1 generally ranges from about 1.0 up to 1.6. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RM-1?
RM-1 permits a maximum building height of 13 m, generally about 3 storeys. 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