CD Zoning in Coquitlam — Comprehensive Development

CD — Comprehensive Development is a comprehensive development zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for a comprehensive mixed-use development as described in the Waterfront Village Centre Neighbourhood Plan in the Citywide Official Community Plan.

Intent of the CD district

This zone provides for a comprehensive mixed-use development as described in the Waterfront Village Centre Neighbourhood Plan in the Citywide Official Community Plan. The zone emphasizes medium to high density residential use in combination with a variety of civic uses and employment generating commercial and industrial uses, along with parks and open spaces.

CD at a glance

Zone categoryComprehensive Development

Density tiers in CD

TierMin lot areaMax unitsFSRMax height
Comprehensive Development

Permitted uses in CD

CD zoning FAQ

What is CD zoning in Coquitlam?

CD (Comprehensive Development) is a comprehensive development zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for a comprehensive mixed-use development as described in the Waterfront Village Centre Neighbourhood Plan in the Citywide Official Community Plan.

What can you build on CD-zoned land in Coquitlam?

Permitted uses in CD include Site-specific, defined per individual CD bylaw. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.

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Source: official Coquitlam zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026