RM3 Zoning in Lake Country - Residential Ground-Oriented
RM3: Residential Ground-Oriented is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides ground-oriented residential forms.
On a typical RM3-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 1.0, a maximum height of 12.4 m (3 storeys), and site coverage up to 50%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RM3 district
Provides ground-oriented residential forms.
RM3 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 12.4 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RM3
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Ground-Oriented | 400 m² | - | 1.0 | 12.4 m |
Permitted uses in RM3
- boarding and lodging houses
- major and minor group homes
- multiple dwelling housing
- single dwelling housing
- two dwelling housing
RM3 zoning FAQ
What is RM3 zoning in Lake Country?
RM3 (Residential Ground-Oriented) is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides ground-oriented residential forms.
What can you build on RM3-zoned land in Lake Country?
Permitted uses in RM3 include boarding and lodging houses, major and minor group homes, multiple dwelling housing, single dwelling housing, two dwelling housing. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RM3 in Lake Country?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RM3 is about 1.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RM3?
RM3 permits a maximum building height of 12.4 m, generally about 3 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Lake Country
- RLP - Rural Large Parcel
- RLPO - Rural Large Parcel Oyama Road
- RM2 - Low Density Row Housing
- 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