RA180R Zoning in Delta - Apartment Townhouse Residential 180 Rental Zone
RA180R: Apartment Townhouse Residential 180 Rental Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Low to mid-rise rental apartment and townhouse at a maximum density of 180 UPH.
On a typical RA180R-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 2.0 and a maximum height of 17 m (4 storeys). The upper end of the density range is a bonus that is unlocked only where secured rental or below-market housing is provided. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Density is 180 dwellings per hectare; the count depends on development-site area. Site coverage, setbacks, parking and any stated FSR still apply.
Intent of the RA180R district
Low to mid-rise rental apartment and townhouse at a maximum density of 180 UPH.
RA180R at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 17 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RA180R
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment Townhouse Residential 180 Rental Zone | 2000 m² | - | 2.0 | - | 17 m |
Permitted uses in RA180R
- Apartment building (rental)
- townhouse (rental)
- seniors congregate housing
- indoor amenity space
RA180R zoning FAQ
What is RA180R zoning in Delta?
RA180R (Apartment Townhouse Residential 180 Rental Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Low to mid-rise rental apartment and townhouse at a maximum density of 180 UPH.
What can you build on RA180R-zoned land in Delta?
Permitted uses in RA180R include Apartment building (rental), townhouse (rental), seniors congregate housing, indoor amenity space. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RA180R in Delta?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RA180R is about 2.0. The higher figure is a density bonus tied to securing rental or below-market housing. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RA180R?
RA180R permits a maximum building height of 17 m, generally about 4 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RA180R zoning?
RA180R sets density as a rate rather than a fixed number of units per lot: Density is 180 dwellings per hectare; the count depends on development-site area. Site coverage, setbacks, parking and any stated FSR still apply. Look up your specific address for what that works out to on your lot.
Other residential zones in Delta
- RA6 - Apartment Residential 6 Zone
- RA20 - Apartment Residential 20 Zone
- RA112 - Apartment Residential 112 Zone
- RA120 - Apartment Residential 120 Zone
- RD1 - Duplex/Single Detached Residential 1 Zone
- RD2 - Duplex/Single Detached Residential 2 Zone (Beach Grove waterfront)
- RD3 - Duplex/Single Detached Residential 3 Zone
- RD4 - Infill Duplex Residential Zone
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Source: official Delta zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026