CR Zoning in Richmond — Roadside Stand (CR)
CR — Roadside Stand (CR) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for larger roadside fruit and vegetable retailing in agricultural areas.
On a typical CR-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.5, a maximum height of 10.5 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 CR district
The zone provides for larger roadside fruit and vegetable retailing in agricultural areas.
CR at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 10.5 m |
| Site coverage | 35% |
| Zone category | Commercial |
Density tiers in CR
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roadside Stand (CR) | — | — | 0.5 | 10.5 m |
Permitted uses in CR
- Farm business
- roadside stand
- winery
CR zoning FAQ
What is CR zoning in Richmond?
CR (Roadside Stand (CR)) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for larger roadside fruit and vegetable retailing in agricultural areas.
What can you build on CR-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in CR include Farm business, roadside stand, winery. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for CR in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in CR is about 0.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in CR?
CR permits a maximum building height of 10.5 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)
- CP1 — Pub & Sales (CP1)
- CP2 — Pub & Sales (CP2)
Look up a specific address in Richmond
Source: official Richmond zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026