RCC Zoning in Richmond — Residential Child Care (RCC)
RCC — Residential Child Care (RCC) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for child care facilities with single detached housing as a secondary use.
On a typical RCC-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 0.5, a maximum height of 9 m (2.5 storeys), and site coverage up to 40%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RCC district
The zone provides for child care facilities with single detached housing as a secondary use.
RCC at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 2.5 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RCC
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Child Care (RCC) | — | — | 0.5 | 9 m |
Permitted uses in RCC
- Child care facility
- single detached housing
RCC zoning FAQ
What is RCC zoning in Richmond?
RCC (Residential Child Care (RCC)) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for child care facilities with single detached housing as a secondary use.
What can you build on RCC-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in RCC include Child care facility, single detached housing. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RCC in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RCC is about 0.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RCC?
RCC permits a maximum building height of 9 m, generally about 2.5 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
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)
- 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)
Look up a specific address in Richmond
Source: official Richmond zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026