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.
RU5 permits 9 dwellings per 1,000 m² with community water and sanitary sewer, otherwise 1 per 1,000 m². More than one dwelling needs community water and more than two need community sanitary sewer.
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 | Base FSR | Bonus 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: RU5 permits 9 dwellings per 1,000 m² with community water and sanitary sewer, otherwise 1 per 1,000 m². More than one dwelling needs community water and more than two need community sanitary sewer. 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 October 2026