RM-1 Zoning in Coquitlam — Two-Storey Low Density Apartment Residential
RM-1 — Two-Storey Low Density Apartment Residential is a residential zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for two storey apartment and townhouse developments at a low density
On a typical RM-1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.45 and site coverage up to 30%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RM-1 district
This zone provides for two storey apartment and townhouse developments at a low density
RM-1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.45 |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 2 |
| Site coverage | 30% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RM-1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two-Storey Low Density Apartment Residential | 1110 m² | — | 0.45 | — |
Permitted uses in RM-1
- Apartment
- Townhouse
- Congregate Housing and Care
- Boarding
- Accessory residential
- Accessory home occupation
- Retail sale of goods manufactured in resident workshops
- Retail sale of goods and services to residents
- Workshops for residents
- Social and recreation space and facilities
- Assembly child care
- Accessory institutional support services Lock-off units.
RM-1 zoning FAQ
What is RM-1 zoning in Coquitlam?
RM-1 (Two-Storey Low Density Apartment Residential) is a residential zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for two storey apartment and townhouse developments at a low density
What can you build on RM-1-zoned land in Coquitlam?
Permitted uses in RM-1 include Apartment, Townhouse, Congregate Housing and Care, Boarding, Accessory residential, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RM-1 in Coquitlam?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RM-1 is about 0.45. 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 of 2 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-2 — Transit-Oriented Medium-Density Residential
- RM-2 — Three-Storey Medium Density Apartment Residential
- RM-3 — Multi-Storey Medium Density Apartment Residential
Look up a specific address in Coquitlam
Source: official Coquitlam zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026