B-1 Zoning in Coquitlam — Business Enterprise
B-1 — Business Enterprise is a business centre zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. The zone provides for most types of industrial uses, office uses, commercial recreation uses and commercial uses which support industrial activities.
On a typical B-1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 2.0 and site coverage up to 60%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the B-1 district
The zone provides for most types of industrial uses, office uses, commercial recreation uses and commercial uses which support industrial activities.
B-1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 8 |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Business Centre |
Density tiers in B-1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Enterprise | — | — | 2.0 | — |
Permitted uses in B-1
- Assembly child care
- Child care
- Commercial recreation
- Contractor service
- Grocery store
- Industrial office
- Retail – general
- Office
- Personal services (physio, speech, and neurological therapy)
- Restaurant
- Motor vehicle sales and service
- Trade school
- Liquor manufacturing
- Industrial (excluding batch plants, concrete manufacturing, and vehicle recycling/salvaging)
- Child-minding service
- Public service
- Cannabis processing
- Accessory health care and athletic rehabilitation
- Accessory office
- Accessory retail
- Accessory unenclosed storage
- Accessory street vending.
B-1 zoning FAQ
What is B-1 zoning in Coquitlam?
B-1 (Business Enterprise) is a business centre zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. The zone provides for most types of industrial uses, office uses, commercial recreation uses and commercial uses which support industrial activities.
What can you build on B-1-zoned land in Coquitlam?
Permitted uses in B-1 include Assembly child care, Child care, Commercial recreation, Contractor service, Grocery store, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for B-1 in Coquitlam?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in B-1 is about 2.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in B-1?
B-1 permits a maximum of 8 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Look up a specific address in Coquitlam
Source: official Coquitlam zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026