RTM-1 Zoning in Coquitlam — Street-Oriented Village Home Residential
RTM-1 — Street-Oriented Village Home Residential is a residential zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for the development of street-oriented multiple-unit residential development with a minimum lot size of 210 m2, with limited appropriate accessory uses.
On a typical RTM-1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.9 and site coverage up to 45%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RTM-1 district
This zone provides for the development of street-oriented multiple-unit residential development with a minimum lot size of 210 m2, with limited appropriate accessory uses.
RTM-1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.9 |
|---|---|
| Site coverage | 45% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RTM-1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Street-Oriented Village Home Residential | 210 m² | — | 0.9 | — |
Permitted uses in RTM-1
- Small-scale residential (up to 4 units)
- boarding
- accessory residential
- home occupation
RTM-1 zoning FAQ
What is RTM-1 zoning in Coquitlam?
RTM-1 (Street-Oriented Village Home Residential) is a residential zoning district in the City of Coquitlam. This zone provides for the development of street-oriented multiple-unit residential development with a minimum lot size of 210 m2, with limited appropriate accessory uses.
What can you build on RTM-1-zoned land in Coquitlam?
Permitted uses in RTM-1 include Small-scale residential (up to 4 units), boarding, accessory residential, home occupation. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RTM-1 in Coquitlam?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RTM-1 is about 0.9. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific 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
- 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 August 2026