RT-2 Zoning in Maple Ridge — Ground-Oriented Residential Infill
RT-2: Ground-Oriented Residential Infill is a residential zoning district in the City of Maple Ridge. This Zone provides for infill ground-oriented Residential Development as Triplex Residential, Fourplex Residential and Courtyard Residential Uses (s.616.1.1).
On a typical RT-2-zoned lot you can expect up to 8 dwelling units, an FSR of about 0.75, a maximum height of 8 m, and site coverage up to 45%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RT-2 district
This Zone provides for infill ground-oriented Residential Development as Triplex Residential, Fourplex Residential and Courtyard Residential Uses (s.616.1.1).
RT-2 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 8 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.75 |
| Max height | 8 m |
| Site coverage | 45% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RT-2
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground-Oriented Residential Infill | 950 m² | 8 | 0.75 | 8 m |
| Ground-Oriented Residential Infill | 900 m² | 8 | 0.75 | 8 m |
| Ground-Oriented Residential Infill | 850 m² | 4 | 0.75 | 8 m |
| Ground-Oriented Residential Infill | 800 m² | 4 | 0.75 | 8 m |
| Ground-Oriented Residential Infill | 800 m² | 3 | 0.75 | 8 m |
| Ground-Oriented Residential Infill | 700 m² | 3 | 0.75 | 8 m |
Permitted uses in RT-2
- Courtyard Residential
- Fourplex Residential
- Triplex Residential
RT-2 zoning FAQ
What is RT-2 zoning in Maple Ridge?
RT-2 (Ground-Oriented Residential Infill) is a residential zoning district in the City of Maple Ridge. This Zone provides for infill ground-oriented Residential Development as Triplex Residential, Fourplex Residential and Courtyard Residential Uses (s.616.1.1).
What can you build on RT-2-zoned land in Maple Ridge?
Permitted uses in RT-2 include Courtyard Residential, Fourplex Residential, Triplex Residential. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RT-2 in Maple Ridge?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RT-2 is about 0.75. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RT-2?
RT-2 permits a maximum building height of 8 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RT-2 zoning?
RT-2 allows up to 8 dwelling units on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in Maple Ridge now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
Other residential zones in Maple Ridge
- R-1 — Single Detached (Low Density) Urban Residential
- R-2 — Single Detached (Medium Density) Urban Residential
- R-3 — Single Detached (Intensive) Urban Residential
- R-4 — Single Detached (Infill) Urban Residential
- RE — Elderly Citizens Residential
- RG — Cluster Housing Residential
- RG-2 — Suburban Residential Strata
- RM-1 — Low Density Townhouse Residential
Look up a specific address in Maple Ridge
Source: official Maple Ridge zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026