HC Zoning in Delta — Health Care Zone
HC — Health Care Zone is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Delta. Community care and mental health facilities in addition to hospitals.
On a typical HC-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 15 m. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the HC district
Community care and mental health facilities in addition to hospitals.
HC at a glance
| Max height | 15 m |
|---|---|
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
Density tiers in HC
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care Zone | 825 m² | — | — | 15 m |
Permitted uses in HC
- Hospital
- community care facility
- mental health facility
HC zoning FAQ
What is HC zoning in Delta?
HC (Health Care Zone) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Delta. Community care and mental health facilities in addition to hospitals.
What can you build on HC-zoned land in Delta?
Permitted uses in HC include Hospital, community care facility, mental health facility. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in HC?
HC permits a maximum building height of 15 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other public & institutional zones in Delta
- FS — Foreshore Zone
- HS — Health Care Services Zone
- P — Public Use Zone
- P1B — Community Service Zone
- P2 — Public Sanitary Landfill Zone
- PF1 — Funeral Home 1 Zone (site-specific: 5329 Ladner Trunk Rd)
- PR — Public Parks and Recreation Zone
Look up a specific address in Delta
Source: official Delta zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026