RSF Zoning in Delta — Single Detached Residential Floating Home Zone
RSF — Single Detached Residential Floating Home Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Floating homes on the Fraser River.
On a typical RSF-zoned lot you can expect up to 1 dwelling unit, a maximum height of 9.5 m (2.5 storeys), and site coverage up to 45%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RSF district
Floating homes on the Fraser River.
RSF at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 1 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 2.5 |
| Site coverage | 45% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RSF
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Detached Residential Floating Home Zone | — | 1 | — | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RSF
- Floating home
- home occupation
RSF zoning FAQ
What is RSF zoning in Delta?
RSF (Single Detached Residential Floating Home Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Floating homes on the Fraser River.
What can you build on RSF-zoned land in Delta?
Permitted uses in RSF include Floating home, home occupation. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in RSF?
RSF permits a maximum building height of 9.5 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 RSF zoning?
RSF allows up to 1 dwelling unit 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
Look up a specific address in Delta
Source: official Delta zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026