RM4 Zoning in Kamloops - Multi-Unit 4 - Medium-High Density
RM4: Multi-Unit 4 - Medium-High Density is a residential zoning district in the City of Kamloops. Medium- to high-density residential development in and near mixed-use and neighbourhood centres.
On a typical RM4-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 2.0, a maximum height of 15 m (4 storeys), and site coverage up to 60%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Bylaw 55-119 sets 165 dwelling units per hectare outside a TOA. No per-hectare cap applies in a TOA.
Intent of the RM4 district
Medium- to high-density residential development in and near mixed-use and neighbourhood centres.
RM4 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 15 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RM4
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi-Unit 4 - Medium-High Density | 836 m² | - | 2.0 | - | 15 m |
Permitted uses in RM4
- Multi-Unit Residential
- Multi-Unit Residential Row House
- Commercial conversions
- Rooming House
- R2-regulated Single-Detached and Two-Unit Residential
RM4 zoning FAQ
What is RM4 zoning in Kamloops?
RM4 (Multi-Unit 4 - Medium-High Density) is a residential zoning district in the City of Kamloops. Medium- to high-density residential development in and near mixed-use and neighbourhood centres.
What can you build on RM4-zoned land in Kamloops?
Permitted uses in RM4 include Multi-Unit Residential, Multi-Unit Residential Row House, Commercial conversions, Rooming House, R2-regulated Single-Detached and Two-Unit Residential. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RM4 in Kamloops?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RM4 is about 2.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RM4?
RM4 permits a maximum building height of 15 m, generally about 4 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RM4 zoning?
RM4 sets density as a rate rather than a fixed number of units per lot: Bylaw 55-119 sets 165 dwelling units per hectare outside a TOA. No per-hectare cap applies in a TOA. Look up your specific address for what that works out to on your lot.
Other residential zones in Kamloops
- MHP - Manufactured Home Park
- MHS - Manufactured Home Subdivision
- R1 - Residential 1
- R2 - Residential 2
- R3 - Residential 3
- R4 - Residential 4
- R5 - Residential 5
- R6 - Residential 6
Look up a specific address in Kamloops
Source: official Kamloops zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026