RM5 Zoning in Port Moody - Four-Storey Apartment Residential
RM5: Four-Storey Apartment Residential is a residential zoning district in the City of Port Moody. To accommodate low-rise Multi-Residential developments up to four Storeys in Height.
On a typical RM5-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 1.9, a maximum height of 14.3 m (4 storeys), and site coverage up to 60%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RM5 district
To accommodate low-rise Multi-Residential developments up to four Storeys in Height.
RM5 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 14.3 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RM5
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four-Storey Apartment Residential | 1600 m² | - | 1.9 | - | 14.3 m |
Permitted uses in RM5
- Apartment
RM5 zoning FAQ
What is RM5 zoning in Port Moody?
RM5 (Four-Storey Apartment Residential) is a residential zoning district in the City of Port Moody. To accommodate low-rise Multi-Residential developments up to four Storeys in Height.
What can you build on RM5-zoned land in Port Moody?
Permitted uses in RM5 include Apartment. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RM5 in Port Moody?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RM5 is about 1.9. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RM5?
RM5 permits a maximum building height of 14.3 m, generally about 4 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
- RM1 - Semi-Detached and Townhouse Residential
- RM2 - Low Density Townhouse Residential
- RM3 - Low Density Townhouse Residential
- RM4 - Medium Density Townhouse Residential
- RM6 - Heritage Woods Multi-Residential
Look up a specific address in Port Moody
Source: official Port Moody zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026