RLP Zoning in Lake Country - Rural Large Parcel
RLP: Rural Large Parcel is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides for large rural and agricultural parcels.
On a typical RLP-zoned lot you can expect up to 2 dwelling units and a maximum height of 9.5 m (2.5 storeys). Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RLP district
Provides for large rural and agricultural parcels.
RLP at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 2.5 |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RLP
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Large Parcel | 300000 m² | 2 | - | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RLP
- extensive agriculture
- aquaculture
- greenhouses and plant nurseries
- minor group home
- mobile home
- single dwelling housing
RLP zoning FAQ
What is RLP zoning in Lake Country?
RLP (Rural Large Parcel) is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides for large rural and agricultural parcels.
What can you build on RLP-zoned land in Lake Country?
Permitted uses in RLP include extensive agriculture, aquaculture, greenhouses and plant nurseries, minor group home, mobile home, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in RLP?
RLP permits a maximum building height of 9.5 m, generally about 2.5 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RLP zoning?
RLP allows up to 2 dwelling units on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in Lake Country now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
Other residential zones in Lake Country
- RLPO - Rural Large Parcel Oyama Road
- RM2 - Low Density Row Housing
- RM3 - Residential Ground-Oriented
- RM4 - Low Density Multiple Housing
- RM5 - Medium Density Multiple Housing
- RM7 - Mobile Home Park
- RR1 - Rural Residential 1
- RR2 - Rural Residential 2
Look up a specific address in Lake Country
Source: official Lake Country zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026