I Zoning in Richmond — Industrial (I)
I — Industrial (I) is a industrial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for a broad range of general and heavy industrial uses, with a range of compatible uses.
On a typical I-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 1.0–1.1, a maximum height of 16 m, and site coverage up to 75%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the I district
The zone provides for a broad range of general and heavy industrial uses, with a range of compatible uses.
I at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.0–1.1 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 16 m |
| Site coverage | 75% |
| Zone category | Industrial |
Density tiers in I
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial (I) | — | — | 1.1 | 16 m |
Permitted uses in I
- animal day care
- animal grooming
- animal shelter
- auction, major
- auction, minor
- bulk fuel depot
- car or truck wash
- child care
- commercial storage
- commercial vehicle parking and storage
- concrete/asphalt plant
- contractor service
- equipment, major
- equipment, minor
- fleet service
- industrial, general
- industrial, heavy
- industrial, manufacturing
- industrial, warehouse
- manufacturing, custom indoor
- outdoor storage
- recreation, indoor
- recycling depot
- recycling drop-off
- recycling, hazardous
- restaurant
- utility, major
- utility, minor
- vehicle & equipment services, industrial
- vehicle repair
- vehicle body repair or paint shop
- waste management
- wrecking yard
- residential security/operator unit (secondary)
I zoning FAQ
What is I zoning in Richmond?
I (Industrial (I)) is a industrial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for a broad range of general and heavy industrial uses, with a range of compatible uses.
What can you build on I-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in I include animal day care, animal grooming, animal shelter, auction, major, auction, minor, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for I in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in I generally ranges from about 1.0 up to 1.1. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in I?
I permits a maximum building height of 16 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other industrial zones in Richmond
- IB1 — Industrial Business Park (IB1)
- IB2 — Industrial Business Park (IB2)
- IL — Light Industrial (IL)
- IR1 — Industrial Retail (IR1)
- IR2 — Industrial Retail (IR2)
- IS — Industrial Storage (IS)
- IS1 — Industrial Storage (IS1)
Look up a specific address in Richmond
Source: official Richmond zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026