RM1 Zoning in Penticton - Bareland Strata Housing
RM1: Bareland Strata Housing is a residential zoning district in the City of Penticton. Provides for bareland strata housing.
On a typical RM1-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 8.5 m 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.
Density is 40 dwellings per hectare across the parent parcel.
Intent of the RM1 district
Provides for bareland strata housing.
RM1 at a glance
| Max height | 8.5 m |
|---|---|
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RM1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bareland Strata Housing | 6000 m² | - | - | 8.5 m |
Permitted uses in RM1
- duplex
- single detached dwelling
- townhouse
RM1 zoning FAQ
What is RM1 zoning in Penticton?
RM1 (Bareland Strata Housing) is a residential zoning district in the City of Penticton. Provides for bareland strata housing.
What can you build on RM1-zoned land in Penticton?
Permitted uses in RM1 include 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 RM1?
RM1 permits a maximum building height of 8.5 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RM1 zoning?
RM1 sets density as a rate rather than a fixed number of units per lot: density is 40 dwellings per hectare across the parent parcel. Look up your specific address for what that works out to on your lot.
Other residential zones in Penticton
- R4-L - Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential Large
- R4-S - Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential Small Lot
- RC - Country Residential 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 September 2026