RLPO Zoning in Lake Country - Rural Large Parcel Oyama Road
RLPO: Rural Large Parcel Oyama Road is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides rural large-parcel regulation for listed Oyama Road properties.
On a typical RLPO-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 RLPO district
Provides rural large-parcel regulation for listed Oyama Road properties.
RLPO at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 2.5 |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RLPO
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Large Parcel Oyama Road | 40000 m² | 2 | - | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RLPO
- extensive agriculture
- aquaculture
- greenhouses and plant nurseries
- minor group homes
- mobile homes
- single dwelling housing
RLPO zoning FAQ
What is RLPO zoning in Lake Country?
RLPO (Rural Large Parcel Oyama Road) is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides rural large-parcel regulation for listed Oyama Road properties.
What can you build on RLPO-zoned land in Lake Country?
Permitted uses in RLPO include extensive agriculture, aquaculture, greenhouses and plant nurseries, minor group homes, mobile homes, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in RLPO?
RLPO 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 RLPO zoning?
RLPO 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
- RLP - Rural Large Parcel
- 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