RU6 Zoning in Lake Country - Large Lot Small-Scale Multiple Housing
RU6: Large Lot Small-Scale Multiple Housing is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides two-dwelling and qualifying small-scale multiple housing use on large urban lots.
On a typical RU6-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 RU6 district
Provides two-dwelling and qualifying small-scale multiple housing use on large urban lots.
RU6 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 RU6
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large Lot Small-Scale Multiple Housing | 700 m² | 4 | - | 9.5 m |
| Large Lot Small-Scale Multiple Housing | 800 m² | 4 | - | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in RU6
- minor group homes
- two dwelling housing
- small-scale multiple housing
RU6 zoning FAQ
What is RU6 zoning in Lake Country?
RU6 (Large Lot Small-Scale Multiple Housing) is a residential zoning district in the District of Lake Country. Provides two-dwelling and qualifying small-scale multiple housing use on large urban lots.
What can you build on RU6-zoned land in Lake Country?
Permitted uses in RU6 include minor group homes, two 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 RU6?
RU6 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 RU6 zoning?
RU6 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