CN Zoning in Richmond — Neighbourhood Commercial (CN)
CN — Neighbourhood Commercial (CN) is a mixed use zoning district in the City of Richmond. Neighbourhood-scale mixed-use nodes
On a typical CN-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.5, 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 CN district
Neighbourhood-scale mixed-use nodes
CN at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9 m |
| Site coverage | 35% |
| Zone category | Mixed Use |
Density tiers in CN
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neighbourhood Commercial (CN) | — | — | 0.5 | 9 m |
Permitted uses in CN
- animal grooming
- child care
- government service
- health service, minor
- office
- restaurant
- retail, convenience
- retail, general
- service, business support
- service, financial
- service, household repair
- service, personal
- veterinary service
- boarding and lodging
- community care facility, minor
- home business
- housing, apartment
- retail liquor 2
CN zoning FAQ
What is CN zoning in Richmond?
CN (Neighbourhood Commercial (CN)) is a mixed use zoning district in the City of Richmond. Neighbourhood-scale mixed-use nodes
What can you build on CN-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in CN include animal grooming, child care, government service, health service, minor, office, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for CN in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in CN is about 0.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in CN?
CN permits a maximum building height of 9 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other mixed use zones in Richmond
- CDT1 — Downtown Commercial (CDT1)
- CDT2 — Downtown Commercial (CDT2)
- CDT3 — Downtown Commercial (CDT3)
- CS2 — Steveston Commercial (CS2)
- CS3 — Steveston Commercial (CS3)
- RCL1 — Residential/Limited Commercial (RCL1)
- RCL2 — Residential/Limited Commercial (RCL2)
- RCL3 — Residential/Limited Commercial (RCL3)
Look up a specific address in Richmond
Source: official Richmond zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026