RH40 Zoning in Delta — Strata House Residential 40 Zone
RH40 — Strata House Residential 40 Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Strata house developments resembling single detached housing.
On a typical RH40-zoned lot you can expect up to 4 dwelling units, an FSR of about 0.3, a maximum height of 11.5 m (2.5 storeys), and site coverage up to 40%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RH40 district
Strata house developments resembling single detached housing.
RH40 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 4 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.3 |
| Max height | 11.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 2.5 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RH40
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strata House Residential 40 Zone | 836 m² | 4 | 0.3 | 11.5 m |
Permitted uses in RH40
- Strata house
- home occupation
RH40 zoning FAQ
What is RH40 zoning in Delta?
RH40 (Strata House Residential 40 Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Strata house developments resembling single detached housing.
What can you build on RH40-zoned land in Delta?
Permitted uses in RH40 include Strata house, home occupation. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RH40 in Delta?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RH40 is about 0.3. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RH40?
RH40 permits a maximum building height of 11.5 m, generally about 2.5 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RH40 zoning?
RH40 allows up to 4 dwelling units on an eligible lot. 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
- 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
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Source: official Delta zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026