RM-2 Zoning in North Vancouver — Medium Density Apartment Residential 2
RM-2: Medium Density Apartment Residential 2 is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit apartment residential use at densities up to 1.6 FSR in areas designated for it in the Official Community Plan, under Development Permit Area guidelines.
On a typical RM-2-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 1.6, a maximum height of 15 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 RM-2 district
Permit apartment residential use at densities up to 1.6 FSR in areas designated for it in the Official Community Plan, under Development Permit Area guidelines.
RM-2 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 15 m |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RM-2
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium Density Apartment Residential 2 | 650 m² | — | 1.6 | 15 m |
Permitted uses in RM-2
- Apartment Residential Use
- Rental Apartment Residential Use
- Townhouse Residential Use
RM-2 zoning FAQ
What is RM-2 zoning in North Vancouver?
RM-2 (Medium Density Apartment Residential 2) is a residential zoning district in the City of North Vancouver. Permit apartment residential use at densities up to 1.6 FSR in areas designated for it in the Official Community Plan, under Development Permit Area guidelines.
What can you build on RM-2-zoned land in North Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RM-2 include Apartment Residential Use, Rental Apartment Residential Use, Townhouse Residential Use. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RM-2 in North Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RM-2 is about 1.6. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RM-2?
RM-2 permits a maximum building height of 15 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