RU5 Zoning in Kelowna - Multiple Suburban Housing
RU5: Multiple Suburban Housing is a residential zoning district in the City of Kelowna.
On a typical RU5-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 11 m (3 storeys) and site coverage up to 40%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
9 dwelling units per 1000 m2 (.1: 1 du/1000 m2 if not on sewer+water). Multiple single detached or duplexes. Townhouses/stacked townhouses NOT permitted.
RU5 at a glance
| Max height | 11 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RU5
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple Suburban Housing | 4000 m² | - | - | 11 m |
RU5 zoning FAQ
What is RU5 zoning in Kelowna?
RU5 (Multiple Suburban Housing) is a residential zoning district in the City of Kelowna.
How tall can a building be in RU5?
RU5 permits a maximum building height of 11 m, generally about 3 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RU5 zoning?
RU5 sets density as a rate rather than a fixed number of units per lot: 9 dwelling units per 1000 m2 (.1: 1 du/1000 m2 if not on sewer+water). Multiple single detached or duplexes. Townhouses/stacked townhouses NOT permitted. Look up your specific address for what that works out to on your lot.
Other residential zones in Kelowna
- MF1 - Infill Housing
- MF2 - Townhouse Housing
- MF3 - Apartment Housing
- MF4 - Transit Oriented Areas
- MH1 - Mobile Home
- RR1 - Rural Residential 1
- RR2 - Rural Residential 2
- RU1 - Large Lot Housing
Look up a specific address in Kelowna
Source: official Kelowna zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026