RTP4 Zoning in Richmond — Parking Structure Townhouses (RTP4)
RTP4 — Parking Structure Townhouses (RTP4) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for high density town housing with a parking structure and other compatible uses in the City Centre.
On a typical RTP4-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 1.2–1.3, a maximum height of 15 m (4 storeys), and site coverage up to 50%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RTP4 district
The zone provides for high density town housing with a parking structure and other compatible uses in the City Centre.
RTP4 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.2–1.3 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 15 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RTP4
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Structure Townhouses (RTP4) | — | — | 1.3 | 15 m |
Permitted uses in RTP4
- townhomes
- childcare
- housing single detached
- boarding and lodging
- community care facility
- home business
- secondary suite
RTP4 zoning FAQ
What is RTP4 zoning in Richmond?
RTP4 (Parking Structure Townhouses (RTP4)) is a residential zoning district in the City of Richmond. The zone provides for high density town housing with a parking structure and other compatible uses in the City Centre.
What can you build on RTP4-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in RTP4 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 RTP4 in Richmond?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RTP4 generally ranges from about 1.2 up to 1.3. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RTP4?
RTP4 permits a maximum building height of 15 m, generally about 4 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