SRS Zoning in Maple Ridge — Special Urban Residential
SRS: Special Urban Residential is a residential zoning district in the City of Maple Ridge. Provides for Single Detached Residential use on lots of at least 837.0 square metres (s.614.1.1).
On a typical SRS-zoned lot you can expect up to 3 dwelling units, a maximum height of 9.5 m, 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 SRS district
Provides for Single Detached Residential use on lots of at least 837.0 square metres (s.614.1.1).
SRS at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 3 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in SRS
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special Urban Residential | 837 m² | 3 | — | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in SRS
- Single Detached Residential
- Urban Infill Residential (subject to s.402.29)
SRS zoning FAQ
What is SRS zoning in Maple Ridge?
SRS (Special Urban Residential) is a residential zoning district in the City of Maple Ridge. Provides for Single Detached Residential use on lots of at least 837.0 square metres (s.614.1.1).
What can you build on SRS-zoned land in Maple Ridge?
Permitted uses in SRS include Single Detached Residential, Urban Infill Residential (subject to s.402.29). Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in SRS?
SRS permits a maximum building height of 9.5 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in SRS zoning?
SRS allows up to 3 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