RA20 Zoning in Delta — Apartment Residential 20 Zone
RA20 — Apartment Residential 20 Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Low-rise apartment developments at a maximum density of 20 UPH.
On a typical RA20-zoned lot you can expect up to 4 dwelling units and 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 RA20 district
Low-rise apartment developments at a maximum density of 20 UPH.
RA20 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 4 |
|---|---|
| Max units near frequent transit | 6 |
| Max height | 9.2 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RA20
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment Residential 20 Zone | 1100 m² | 4 | — | 9.2 m |
Permitted uses in RA20
- Apartment building
- single detached dwelling
- indoor amenity space
- home occupation
RA20 zoning FAQ
What is RA20 zoning in Delta?
RA20 (Apartment Residential 20 Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Low-rise apartment developments at a maximum density of 20 UPH.
What can you build on RA20-zoned land in Delta?
Permitted uses in RA20 include Apartment building, single detached dwelling, indoor amenity space, home occupation. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in RA20?
RA20 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.
How many units are allowed in RA20 zoning?
RA20 allows up to 4 dwelling units on an eligible lot. Within a Frequent Transit Area the figure rises to 6, which depends on the lot being close enough to a prescribed transit stop. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in Delta now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
Other residential zones in Delta
- RA6 — Apartment Residential 6 Zone
- RA112 — Apartment Residential 112 Zone
- RA120 — Apartment Residential 120 Zone
- RA180R — Apartment Townhouse Residential 180 Rental 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
Look up a specific address in Delta
Source: official Delta zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026