RH2 Zoning in District of North Vancouver - High-Rise Residential Zone 2
RH2: High-Rise Residential Zone 2 is a residential zoning district in the District of North Vancouver. Permit high density development in the form of high-rise apartment buildings.
On a typical RH2-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.5, a maximum height of 33.53 m, and site coverage up to 33%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RH2 district
Permit high density development in the form of high-rise apartment buildings.
RH2 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 33.53 m |
| Site coverage | 33% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RH2
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-Rise Residential Zone 2 | 1300.6 m² | - | 0.5 | - | 33.53 m |
Permitted uses in RH2
- High-rise residential building on a lot of not less than 14,000 sq ft (1,300.6 m2)
RH2 zoning FAQ
What is RH2 zoning in District of North Vancouver?
RH2 (High-Rise Residential Zone 2) is a residential zoning district in the District of North Vancouver. Permit high density development in the form of high-rise apartment buildings.
What can you build on RH2-zoned land in District of North Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RH2 include High-rise residential building on a lot of not less than 14,000 sq ft (1,300.6 m2). Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RH2 in District of North Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RH2 is about 0.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RH2?
RH2 permits a maximum building height of 33.53 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in District of North Vancouver
- R1 - Rural and Suburban Detached Residential Zone
- R2 - Urban Detached Residential Zone
- RH1 - High-Rise Residential Zone 1
- RH3 - High-Rise Residential Zone 3
- RL1 - Low-Rise Residential Zone 1
- RL2 - Low-Rise Residential Zone 2
- RL3 - Low-Rise Residential Zone 3
- RL4 - Low-Rise Residential Zone 4
Look up a specific address in District of North Vancouver
Source: official District of North Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026