RI1 Zoning in Richmond - Infill Residential (RI1)
RI1: Infill Residential (RI1) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. Infill development on smaller lots
On a typical RI1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 0.55–0.8, a maximum height of 12 m (3 storeys), and site coverage up to 45%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Alongside housing, RI1 also lists child care, boarding and lodging, and community care facility among its permitted uses.
Intent of the RI1 district
Infill development on smaller lots
RI1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.55–0.8 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 12 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 45% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RI1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infill Residential (RI1) | - | - | 0.55 | 0.8 | 12 m |
Permitted uses in RI1
- child care
- coach house
- housing, single detached housing
- town housing
- boarding and lodging
- community care facility
- minor home business
RI1 zoning FAQ
What is RI1 zoning in Richmond?
RI1 (Infill Residential (RI1)) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. Infill development on smaller lots
What can you build on RI1-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in RI1 include child care, coach house, housing, single detached housing, town housing, boarding and lodging, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RI1 in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RI1 generally ranges from about 0.55 up to 0.8. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RI1?
RI1 permits a maximum building height of 12 m, generally about 3 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 October 2026