RT40 Zoning in Delta - Townhouse Residential 40 Zone
RT40: Townhouse Residential 40 Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Townhouse developments at a maximum density of 40 UPH.
On a typical RT40-zoned lot you can expect 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, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Density is 40 dwellings per hectare; the count depends on development-site area. Site coverage, setbacks, parking and any stated FSR still apply.
Intent of the RT40 district
Townhouse developments at a maximum density of 40 UPH.
RT40 at a glance
| Max height | 9.5 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 2.5 |
| Site coverage | 45% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RT40
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townhouse Residential 40 Zone | 2000 m² | - | - | - | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RT40
- Townhouse
- indoor amenity space
- home occupation
RT40 zoning FAQ
What is RT40 zoning in Delta?
RT40 (Townhouse Residential 40 Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of Delta. Townhouse developments at a maximum density of 40 UPH.
What can you build on RT40-zoned land in Delta?
Permitted uses in RT40 include Townhouse, 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 RT40?
RT40 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 RT40 zoning?
RT40 sets density as a rate rather than a fixed number of units per lot: Density is 40 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
- 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 October 2026