RS1 Zoning in District of North Vancouver - Single-Family Residential One Acre Zone
Tracked amendment June 2024: Single-family zones gained a suite and coach-house option. District of North Vancouver Rezoning Bylaw 8698. See District of North Vancouver zoning changes
RS1: Single-Family Residential One Acre Zone is a residential zoning district in the District of North Vancouver. Maintain the single-family residential character of all properties zoned RS.
On a typical RS1-zoned lot you can expect up to 3 dwelling units, an FSR of roughly 0.35–0.45, a hard cap of 540 m² of floor area however large the lot, a maximum height of 8.53 m, and site coverage up to 35%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RS1 district
Maintain the single-family residential character of all properties zoned RS.
RS1 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 3 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.35–0.45 |
| Max height | 8.53 m |
| Site coverage | 35% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RS1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-Family Residential One Acre Zone | 4000 m² | 3 | 0.35 | - | 8.53 m |
| Single-Family Residential One Acre Zone | 4000 m² | 2 | 0.35 | - | 8.53 m |
Permitted uses in RS1
- One single-family residential building
RS1 zoning FAQ
What is RS1 zoning in District of North Vancouver?
RS1 (Single-Family Residential One Acre Zone) is a residential zoning district in the District of North Vancouver. Maintain the single-family residential character of all properties zoned RS.
What can you build on RS1-zoned land in District of North Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RS1 include One single-family residential building. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RS1 in District of North Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RS1 generally ranges from about 0.35 up to 0.45. The ratio is not the whole rule here: floor area is no more than 540 m², so on many lots the absolute figure governs rather than the ratio. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RS1?
RS1 permits a maximum building height of 8.53 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RS1 zoning?
RS1 allows up to 3 dwelling units on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in District of North Vancouver now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
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
- RH3 - High-Rise Residential Zone 3
- RL1 - Low-Rise Residential Zone 1
- RL2 - Low-Rise Residential Zone 2
- RL3 - Low-Rise Residential Zone 3
Look up a specific address in District of North Vancouver
Source: official District of North Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026