RA-2 Zoning in Coquitlam - Transit-Oriented Medium-Density Residential
RA-2: Transit-Oriented Medium-Density Residential is a residential zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for medium-density residential developments up to 12 storeys in transit-oriented areas only.
On a typical RA-2-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 2.4–3.0 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.
Alongside housing, RA-2 also lists assembly child care, boarding, and lock-off units among its permitted uses.
Intent of the RA-2 district
This zone provides for medium-density residential developments up to 12 storeys in transit-oriented areas only. Limited local-serving commercial uses are permitted.
RA-2 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 2.4–3.0 |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 8 |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RA-2
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transit-Oriented Medium-Density Residential | 1110 m² | - | 2.4 | 3.0 | - |
Permitted uses in RA-2
- Apartment
- Townhouse
- Congregate housing and care
- Assembly child care
- limited local-serving commercial (convenience retail, retail, office, personal service, restaurant, business and household service)
- Accessory residential
- Accessory home occupation
- Boarding
- Lock-off units
RA-2 zoning FAQ
What is RA-2 zoning in Coquitlam?
RA-2 (Transit-Oriented Medium-Density Residential) is a residential zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for medium-density residential developments up to 12 storeys in transit-oriented areas only.
What can you build on RA-2-zoned land in Coquitlam?
Permitted uses in RA-2 include Apartment, Townhouse, Congregate housing and care, Assembly child care, limited local-serving commercial (convenience retail, retail, office, personal service, restaurant, business and household service), among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RA-2 in Coquitlam?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RA-2 generally ranges from about 2.4 up to 3.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RA-2?
RA-2 permits a maximum of 8 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Coquitlam
- R-1 - Small-Scale Residential
- R-2 - Compact Small-Scale Residential
- R-3 - Transitional Small-Scale Residential
- R-4 - Intensive Small-Scale Residential
- RA-1 - Medium-Density Residential
- RA-3 - High-Density Residential
- RM-1 - Two-Storey Low Density Apartment Residential
- RM-2 - Three-Storey Medium Density Apartment Residential
Look up a specific address in Coquitlam
Source: official Coquitlam zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026