RAH1 Zoning in Richmond — High Density Low Rise Apartments (RAH1)
RAH1 — High Density Low Rise Apartments (RAH1) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for 4 to 6 storey apartments within and outside the City Centre, plus compatible uses.
On a typical RAH1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 2.0–2.2, a maximum height of 25 m, and site coverage up to 60%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RAH1 district
The zone provides for 4 to 6 storey apartments within and outside the City Centre, plus compatible uses.
RAH1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 2.0–2.2 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 25 m |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RAH1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Density Low Rise Apartments (RAH1) | — | — | 2.2 | 25 m |
Permitted uses in RAH1
- apartment
- congregate housing childcare
- live/work dwelling
- boarding and lodging
- community care facility
- home business
RAH1 zoning FAQ
What is RAH1 zoning in Richmond?
RAH1 (High Density Low Rise Apartments (RAH1)) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for 4 to 6 storey apartments within and outside the City Centre, plus compatible uses.
What can you build on RAH1-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in RAH1 include apartment, congregate housing childcare, live/work dwelling, boarding and lodging, community care facility, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RAH1 in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RAH1 generally ranges from about 2.0 up to 2.2. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RAH1?
RAH1 permits a maximum building height of 25 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Richmond
- RAH2 — High Density Low Rise Apartments (RAH2)
- RAL1 — Low Density Low Rise Apartments (RAL1)
- RAL2 — Low Density Low Rise Apartments (RAL2)
- RAM1 — Medium Density Low Rise Apartments (RAM1)
- RAM2 — Medium Density Low Rise Apartments (RAM2)
- RAM3 — Medium Density Low Rise Apartments (RAM3)
- RC1 — Compact Single Detached (RC1)
- RC2 — Compact Single Detached (RC2)
Look up a specific address in Richmond
Source: official Richmond zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026