PR Zoning in Delta — Public Parks and Recreation Zone
PR — Public Parks and Recreation Zone is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Delta. Park, recreation and cultural facilities in addition to restaurant services.
On a typical PR-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 9.2 m (3 storeys). Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the PR district
Park, recreation and cultural facilities in addition to restaurant services.
PR at a glance
| Max height | 9.2 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
Density tiers in PR
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Parks and Recreation Zone | — | — | — | 9.2 m |
Permitted uses in PR
- Parks and public open space
- community centre
- cultural facility
- indoor/outdoor recreation facility
- restaurant
- nature park
PR zoning FAQ
What is PR zoning in Delta?
PR (Public Parks and Recreation Zone) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Delta. Park, recreation and cultural facilities in addition to restaurant services.
What can you build on PR-zoned land in Delta?
Permitted uses in PR include Parks and public open space, community centre, cultural facility, indoor/outdoor recreation facility, restaurant, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in PR?
PR permits a maximum building height of 9.2 m, generally about 3 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other public & institutional zones in Delta
- FS — Foreshore Zone
- HC — Health Care 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)
Look up a specific address in Delta
Source: official Delta zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026