RTH1 Zoning in Richmond — High Density Townhouses (RTH1)
RTH1 — High Density Townhouses (RTH1) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for high density town housing and other compatible uses in the City Centre and other selected areas of the City.
On a typical RTH1-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 0.75–0.85, 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 — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RTH1 district
The zone provides for high density town housing and other compatible uses in the City Centre and other selected areas of the City.
RTH1 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.75–0.85 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 12 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 45% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RTH1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Density Townhouses (RTH1) | — | — | 0.85 | 12 m |
Permitted uses in RTH1
- townhomes
- childcare
- housing single detached
- boarding and lodging
- community care facility
- home business
- secondary suite
RTH1 zoning FAQ
What is RTH1 zoning in Richmond?
RTH1 (High Density Townhouses (RTH1)) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for high density town housing and other compatible uses in the City Centre and other selected areas of the City.
What can you build on RTH1-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in RTH1 include townhomes, childcare, housing single detached, 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 RTH1 in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RTH1 generally ranges from about 0.75 up to 0.85. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RTH1?
RTH1 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 August 2026