RS-2 Zoning in Coquitlam - Rural Residential
RS-2: Rural Residential is a residential zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for low-density residential uses of up to one principal dwelling unit and limited agricultural uses on large acreage lots.
On a typical RS-2-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 11 m and site coverage up to 45%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Density is 2.5 dwellings per hectare; the count depends on development-site area.
Intent of the RS-2 district
This zone provides for low-density residential uses of up to one principal dwelling unit and limited agricultural uses on large acreage lots.
RS-2 at a glance
| Max height | 11 m |
|---|---|
| Site coverage | 45% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RS-2
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Residential | 4050 m² | - | - | - | 11 m |
Permitted uses in RS-2
- Single-detached dwelling
- agricultural (limited)
- accessory dwelling unit
RS-2 zoning FAQ
What is RS-2 zoning in Coquitlam?
RS-2 (Rural Residential) is a residential zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for low-density residential uses of up to one principal dwelling unit and limited agricultural uses on large acreage lots.
What can you build on RS-2-zoned land in Coquitlam?
Permitted uses in RS-2 include Single-detached dwelling, agricultural (limited), accessory dwelling unit. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in RS-2?
RS-2 permits a maximum building height of 11 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RS-2 zoning?
RS-2 sets density as a rate rather than a fixed number of units per lot: density is 2.5 dwellings per hectare; the count depends on development-site area. Look up your specific address for what that works out to on your lot.
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
- RA-3 - High-Density Residential
- RM-1 - Two-Storey Low Density Apartment Residential
Look up a specific address in Coquitlam
Source: official Coquitlam zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026