RR1 Zoning in Peachland - Rural Residential
RR1: Rural Residential is a residential zoning district in the District of Peachland. To provide a zone for rural residential, agricultural, and compatible accessory uses on large lots of a minimum 1.0 ha (2.5 ac) in size in areas of limited urban services and 0.4 ha (1.0 ac) when municipal sanitary sewer becomes available.
On a typical RR1-zoned lot you can expect up to 2 dwelling units, a maximum height of 9.1 m, and site coverage up to 30%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RR1 district
To provide a zone for rural residential, agricultural, and compatible accessory uses on large lots of a minimum 1.0 ha (2.5 ac) in size in areas of limited urban services and 0.4 ha (1.0 ac) when municipal sanitary sewer becomes available.
RR1 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.1 m |
| Site coverage | 30% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RR1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Residential | 4055 m² | 2 | - | 9.1 m |
Permitted uses in RR1
- Single detached housing
- one secondary suite or garden suite.
RR1 zoning FAQ
What is RR1 zoning in Peachland?
RR1 (Rural Residential) is a residential zoning district in the District of Peachland. To provide a zone for rural residential, agricultural, and compatible accessory uses on large lots of a minimum 1.0 ha (2.5 ac) in size in areas of limited urban services and 0.4 ha (1.0 ac) when municipal sanitary sewer becomes available.
What can you build on RR1-zoned land in Peachland?
Permitted uses in RR1 include Single detached housing, one secondary suite or garden suite.. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in RR1?
RR1 permits a maximum building height of 9.1 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RR1 zoning?
RR1 allows up to 2 dwelling units on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in Peachland now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
Other residential zones in Peachland
- R1 - Low Density Residential
- RM1 - Manufactured Home Park
- RM2 - Multi-Unit Infill Residential
- RM3 - Multi-Unit Residential Low Density and Cluster
- RM4 - Multi-Unit Residential Medium Density
- RR2 - Country Residential
Look up a specific address in Peachland
Source: official Peachland zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026