RT-3A Zoning in New Westminster — Queensborough Townhouse Districts (RT-3A)
RT-3A: Queensborough Townhouse Districts (RT-3A) is a residential zoning district in the City of New Westminster. Townhouse development in the Queensborough neighbourhood.
On a typical RT-3A-zoned lot you can expect up to 2 dwelling units, an FSR of about 0.9, a maximum height of 8.53 m (3 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.
The single-detached pathway permits a house to RQ-1 standards with a secondary suite, or a duplex to RT-1 standards. A townhouse form can exceed that count and is governed by the 0.90 floor space ratio rather than a unit cap; each townhouse unit needs at least 79.01 m² of floor area.
Intent of the RT-3A district
Townhouse development in the Queensborough neighbourhood.
RT-3A at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.9 |
| Max height | 8.53 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RT-3A
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queensborough Townhouse Districts (RT-3A) | — | 2 | 0.9 | 8.53 m |
Permitted uses in RT-3A
- Townhouses
- single detached dwelling to RQ-1 standards
- duplex to RT-1 standards
- home based business.
RT-3A zoning FAQ
What is RT-3A zoning in New Westminster?
RT-3A (Queensborough Townhouse Districts (RT-3A)) is a residential zoning district in the City of New Westminster. Townhouse development in the Queensborough neighbourhood.
What can you build on RT-3A-zoned land in New Westminster?
Permitted uses in RT-3A include Townhouses, single detached dwelling to RQ-1 standards, duplex to RT-1 standards, home based business.. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RT-3A in New Westminster?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RT-3A is about 0.9. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RT-3A?
RT-3A permits a maximum building height of 8.53 m, generally about 3 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RT-3A zoning?
The single-detached pathway permits a house to RQ-1 standards with a secondary suite, or a duplex to RT-1 standards. A townhouse form can exceed that count and is governed by the 0.90 floor space ratio rather than a unit cap; each townhouse unit needs at least 79.01 m² of floor area.
Other residential zones in New Westminster
- RD-1 — Duplex Residential Districts (RD-1)
- RGO-A — Residential Ground-Oriented Infill District (4 Unit) (RGO-A)
- RGO-B — Residential Ground-Oriented Infill District (6 Unit) (RGO-B)
- RM-1 — Multiple Dwelling Districts (Garden Apartments) (RM-1)
- RM-1A — Multiple Dwelling Districts (Garden Apartments) (RM-1A)
- RM-1B — Multiple Dwelling Districts (Garden Apartments) (RM-1B)
- RM-2 — Multiple Dwelling Districts (Low Rise) (RM-2)
- RM-2A — Multiple Dwelling Districts (Low Rise) (RM-2A)
Look up a specific address in New Westminster
Source: official New Westminster zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026