A-2 Zoning in Maple Ridge — Upland Agricultural
A-2: Upland Agricultural is a agricultural zoning district in the City of Maple Ridge. Provides for Agricultural and Forest Resource uses on lots with a minimum area of 4.0 hectares.
On a typical A-2-zoned lot you can expect up to 3 dwelling units, a maximum height of 9.5 m, and site coverage up to 10%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the A-2 district
Provides for Agricultural and Forest Resource uses on lots with a minimum area of 4.0 hectares.
A-2 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 3 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Site coverage | 10% |
| Zone category | Agricultural |
Density tiers in A-2
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upland Agricultural | 40000 m² | 3 | — | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in A-2
- Agricultural
- Cannabis, Commercial Production
- Forest Resource
- Single Detached Residential
- Outdoor Commercial Recreation (site specific, limited to outdoor paintball and laser tag at 25927 128 Avenue and 25801 128 Avenue)
A-2 zoning FAQ
What is A-2 zoning in Maple Ridge?
A-2 (Upland Agricultural) is a agricultural zoning district in the City of Maple Ridge. Provides for Agricultural and Forest Resource uses on lots with a minimum area of 4.0 hectares.
What can you build on A-2-zoned land in Maple Ridge?
Permitted uses in A-2 include Agricultural, Cannabis, Commercial Production, Forest Resource, Single Detached Residential, Outdoor Commercial Recreation (site specific, limited to outdoor paintball and laser tag at 25927 128 Avenue and 25801 128 Avenue). Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in A-2?
A-2 permits a maximum building height of 9.5 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other agricultural zones in Maple Ridge
- A-1 — Small Holding Agricultural
- A-3 — Extensive Agricultural
- A-4 — Intensive Greenhouse
- A-5 — Agricultural Only
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Source: official Maple Ridge zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026