SI Zoning in Richmond — School & Institutional Use (SI)
SI — School & Institutional Use (SI) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Richmond. Public and quasi-public institutional uses
Intent of the SI district
Public and quasi-public institutional uses
SI at a glance
| Zone category | Public & Institutional |
|---|
Density tiers in SI
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School & Institutional Use (SI) | — | — | — | — |
Permitted uses in SI
- child care
- education
- education, university
- emergency service
- entertainment, spectator
- exhibition & convention facilities
- government service
- library and exhibit
- park
- recreation, indoor
- recreation, outdoor
- stadium
- utility, major
- utility, minor
- religious assembly
- residential security/operator unit
SI zoning FAQ
What is SI zoning in Richmond?
SI (School & Institutional Use (SI)) is a public & institutional zoning district in the City of Richmond. Public and quasi-public institutional uses
What can you build on SI-zoned land in Richmond?
Permitted uses in SI include child care, education, education, university, emergency service, entertainment, spectator, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
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Source: official Richmond zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026