CG1 Zoning in Richmond — Gas & Service Stations (CG1)
CG1 — Gas & Service Stations (CG1) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for the sale of gasoline along with a limited amount of retail convenience and a car wash (CG1).
On a typical CG1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.35, a maximum height of 9 m, and site coverage up to 35%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the CG1 district
The zone provides for the sale of gasoline along with a limited amount of retail convenience and a car wash (CG1). Another sub-zone (CG2) exists to include the servicing and repair of vehicles.
CG1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.35 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9 m |
| Site coverage | 35% |
| Zone category | Commercial |
Density tiers in CG1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas & Service Stations (CG1) | — | — | 0.35 | 9 m |
Permitted uses in CG1
- Gas station
- car wash
- convenience store
CG1 zoning FAQ
What is CG1 zoning in Richmond?
CG1 (Gas & Service Stations (CG1)) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for the sale of gasoline along with a limited amount of retail convenience and a car wash (CG1).
What can you build on CG1-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in CG1 include Gas station, car wash, convenience store. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for CG1 in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in CG1 is about 0.35. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in CG1?
CG1 permits a maximum building height of 9 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other commercial zones in Richmond
- CA — Auto-Oriented Commercial (CA)
- CC — Community Commercial (CC)
- CEA — Entertainment & Athletics (CEA)
- CG2 — Gas & Service Stations (CG2)
- CL — Local Commercial (CL)
- CP1 — Pub & Sales (CP1)
- CP2 — Pub & Sales (CP2)
- CR — Roadside Stand (CR)
Look up a specific address in Richmond
Source: official Richmond zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026