CP1 Zoning in Richmond — Pub & Sales (CP1)
CP1 — Pub & Sales (CP1) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for a neighbourhood public house (CP1).
On a typical CP1-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 CP1 district
The zone provides for a neighbourhood public house (CP1). Another sub-zone (CP2) exists to permit in certain cases a retail liquor store.
CP1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.35 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9 m |
| Site coverage | 35% |
| Zone category | Commercial |
Density tiers in CP1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pub & Sales (CP1) | — | — | 0.35 | 9 m |
Permitted uses in CP1
- Pub
- liquor primary
- restaurant
CP1 zoning FAQ
What is CP1 zoning in Richmond?
CP1 (Pub & Sales (CP1)) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for a neighbourhood public house (CP1).
What can you build on CP1-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in CP1 include Pub, liquor primary, restaurant. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for CP1 in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in CP1 is about 0.35. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in CP1?
CP1 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)
- CG1 — Gas & Service Stations (CG1)
- CG2 — Gas & Service Stations (CG2)
- CL — Local Commercial (CL)
- CP2 — Pub & Sales (CP2)
- CR — Roadside Stand (CR)
Look up a specific address in Richmond
Source: official Richmond zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026