RAL2 Zoning in Richmond — Low Density Low Rise Apartments (RAL2)

Repealed — no longer in force. Removed by Zoning Amendment Bylaw 10760 (adopted 2026-06-08); section 8.10 was rewritten to cover fewer sub-zones and this code is no longer among them. This page is kept for reference; look up an address to see the district that governs it today.

RAL2 — Low Density Low Rise Apartments (RAL2) is a former residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. It is no longer in force, and no property carries this zoning today.

If your property was once zoned RAL2, look up your address to see the district that governs it now — the replacement rules may allow more or less than RAL2 did.

Intent of the RAL2 district

The zone provides for 3 to 4 storey apartments outside the City Centre, plus compatible uses. The zone is divided into 2 sub-zones, RAL1 and RAL2

RAL2 zoning FAQ

Is RAL2 zoning still in effect in Richmond?

No. Removed by Zoning Amendment Bylaw 10760 (adopted 2026-06-08); section 8.10 was rewritten to cover fewer sub-zones and this code is no longer among them. Look up your address to see the zoning district that applies to your property today.

Other residential zones in Richmond

• RAH1 — High Density Low Rise Apartments (RAH1)
• RAH2 — High Density Low Rise Apartments (RAH2)
• RAL1 — Low Density Low Rise Apartments (RAL1)
• 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