RA6 Zoning in Delta — Apartment Residential 6 Zone
RA6 — Apartment Residential 6 Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Residential developments up to 6 storeys along arterial and collector streets.
On a typical RA6-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 3.0 and a maximum height of 24 m (6 storeys). Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RA6 district
Residential developments up to 6 storeys along arterial and collector streets.
RA6 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 24 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 6 |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RA6
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment Residential 6 Zone | 2000 m² | — | 3.0 | 24 m |
Permitted uses in RA6
- Apartment building
- seniors congregate housing
- townhouse (with apartment)
- indoor amenity space
RA6 zoning FAQ
What is RA6 zoning in Delta?
RA6 (Apartment Residential 6 Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Residential developments up to 6 storeys along arterial and collector streets.
What can you build on RA6-zoned land in Delta?
Permitted uses in RA6 include Apartment building, seniors congregate housing, townhouse (with apartment), indoor amenity space. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RA6 in Delta?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RA6 is about 3.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RA6?
RA6 permits a maximum building height of 24 m, generally about 6 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Delta
- RA20 — Apartment Residential 20 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