RR3 Zoning in Lake Country - Rural Residential 3
RR3: Rural Residential 3 is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides rural residential and qualifying small-scale multiple housing use.
On a typical RR3-zoned lot you can expect up to 4 dwelling units, a maximum height of 9.5 m (2.5 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.
Intent of the RR3 district
Provides rural residential and qualifying small-scale multiple housing use.
RR3 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 4 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 2.5 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RR3
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Residential 3 | 2500 m² | 4 | - | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RR3
- minor group home
- single dwelling housing
- small-scale multiple housing
RR3 zoning FAQ
What is RR3 zoning in Lake Country?
RR3 (Rural Residential 3) is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides rural residential and qualifying small-scale multiple housing use.
What can you build on RR3-zoned land in Lake Country?
Permitted uses in RR3 include minor group home, single dwelling housing, small-scale multiple housing. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in RR3?
RR3 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 RR3 zoning?
RR3 allows up to 4 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
- 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
Look up a specific address in Lake Country
Source: official Lake Country zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026