IL Zoning in Richmond — Light Industrial (IL)
IL — Light Industrial (IL) is a industrial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for a range of general industrial uses, with a limited range of compatible uses
On a typical IL-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 1.0–1.3, 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 IL district
The zone provides for a range of general industrial uses, with a limited range of compatible uses
IL at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.0–1.3 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 16 m |
| Site coverage | 75% |
| Zone category | Industrial |
Density tiers in IL
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Industrial (IL) | — | — | 1.3 | 16 m |
Permitted uses in IL
- animal daycare
- animal grooming
- animal shelter
- auction, minor
- car or truck wash
- child care
- commercial storage
- commercial vehicle parking and storage
- contractor service
- fleet service
- industrial, general
- industrial, manufacturing
- industrial, warehouse
- manufacturing, custom indoor
- recreation, indoor
- recycling depot
- recycling drop-off
- restaurant
- utility, minor
- vehicle repair
- vehicle body repair or paint shop
- residential security/operator unit
- outdoor storage
- parking, non-accessory
IL zoning FAQ
What is IL zoning in Richmond?
IL (Light Industrial (IL)) is a industrial zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for a range of general industrial uses, with a limited range of compatible uses
What can you build on IL-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in IL include animal daycare, animal grooming, animal shelter, auction, minor, car or truck wash, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for IL in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in IL generally ranges from about 1.0 up to 1.3. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in IL?
IL 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
- I — Industrial (I)
- IB1 — Industrial Business Park (IB1)
- IB2 — Industrial Business Park (IB2)
- 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