RH3 Zoning in District of North Vancouver - High-Rise Residential Zone 3
RH3: High-Rise Residential Zone 3 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 RH3-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 RH3 district
Permit high density development in the form of high-rise apartment buildings.
RH3 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 33.53 m |
| Site coverage | 33% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RH3
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-Rise Residential Zone 3 | 1300.6 m² | - | 0.5 | - | 33.53 m |
Permitted uses in RH3
- High-rise residential building on a lot of not less than 14,000 sq ft (1,300.6 m2)
- first-storey commercial uses including artist's studio, clubs, office, personal service shop, retail and restaurants (s.562.2(b))
RH3 zoning FAQ
What is RH3 zoning in District of North Vancouver?
RH3 (High-Rise Residential Zone 3) 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 RH3-zoned land in District of North Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RH3 include High-rise residential building on a lot of not less than 14,000 sq ft (1,300.6 m2), first-storey commercial uses including artist's studio, clubs, office, personal service shop, retail and restaurants (s.562.2(b)). Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RH3 in District of North Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RH3 is about 0.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RH3?
RH3 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
- RH2 - High-Rise Residential Zone 2
- 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