RM1 Zoning in Port Moody - Semi-Detached and Townhouse Residential
RM1: Semi-Detached and Townhouse Residential is a residential zoning district in the City of Port Moody. To accommodate ground-oriented, low density semi-detached and Townhouse development.
On a typical RM1-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 8 m (2 storeys) 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 RM1 district
To accommodate ground-oriented, low density semi-detached and Townhouse development.
RM1 at a glance
| Max height | 8 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 2 |
| Site coverage | 30% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RM1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Detached and Townhouse Residential | 744 m² | - | - | - | 8 m |
Permitted uses in RM1
- Semi-Detached Residential
- Townhouse
RM1 zoning FAQ
What is RM1 zoning in Port Moody?
RM1 (Semi-Detached and Townhouse Residential) is a residential zoning district in the City of Port Moody. To accommodate ground-oriented, low density semi-detached and Townhouse development.
What can you build on RM1-zoned land in Port Moody?
Permitted uses in RM1 include Semi-Detached Residential, 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 m, generally about 2 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Port Moody
- A1 - Acreage Reserve
- A2 - Development Acreage Reserve
- A3 - Development Acreage Reserve
- RM2 - Low Density Townhouse Residential
- RM3 - Low Density Townhouse Residential
- RM4 - Medium Density Townhouse Residential
- RM5 - Four-Storey Apartment Residential
- RM6 - Heritage Woods Multi-Residential
Look up a specific address in Port Moody
Source: official Port Moody zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026