R4-S Zoning in Penticton - Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential Small Lot
Tracked amendment June 2024: Penticton consolidates low-density housing into two SSMUH zones. Zoning Bylaw No. 2024-22. See Penticton zoning changes
R4-S zoning in Penticton allows up to 4 units on a qualifying lot.
R4-S: Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential Small Lot is a residential zoning district in the City of Penticton. Provides for small-scale multi-unit residential development on smaller urban serviced lots.
On a typical R4-S-zoned lot you can expect up to 4 dwelling units, a maximum height of 11 m (3 storeys), and site coverage up to 50%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the R4-S district
Provides for small-scale multi-unit residential development on smaller urban serviced lots.
R4-S at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 4 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 11 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in R4-S
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential Small Lot | 280 m² | 4 | - | - | 11 m |
Permitted uses in R4-S
- apartment
- duplex
- single detached dwelling
- townhouse
R4-S zoning FAQ
What is R4-S zoning in Penticton?
R4-S (Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential Small Lot) is a residential zoning district in the City of Penticton. Provides for small-scale multi-unit residential development on smaller urban serviced lots.
What can you build on R4-S-zoned land in Penticton?
Permitted uses in R4-S include apartment, duplex, single detached dwelling, townhouse. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in R4-S?
R4-S permits a maximum building height of 11 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 R4-S zoning?
R4-S allows up to 4 dwelling units on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in Penticton now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
Other residential zones in Penticton
- R4-L - Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential Large
- RC - Country Residential Housing
- RM1 - Bareland Strata Housing
- RM2 - Low Density Multiple Housing
- RM3 - Medium Density Multiple Housing
- RM4 - High Density Multiple Housing
- RM5 - Urban Residential
- RSM - Manufactured Home Park Housing
Look up a specific address in Penticton
Source: official Penticton zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026