A-1 Zoning in Surrey - General Agriculture
A-1: General Agriculture is an agricultural zoning district in the City of Surrey. Agriculture on lots minimum 2 ha; protects Agricultural OCP land from incompatible uses.
On a typical A-1-zoned lot you can expect up to 2 dwelling units and a maximum height of 9 m. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Permitted uses in A-1 include agriculture and horticulture, intensive agriculture (ALR), and farm alcohol production.
Intent of the A-1 district
Agriculture on lots minimum 2 ha; protects Agricultural OCP land from incompatible uses.
A-1 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9 m |
| Zone category | Agricultural |
Density tiers in A-1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Agriculture | - | 2 | - | - | 9 m |
Permitted uses in A-1
- Agriculture and horticulture
- one single family dwelling (may contain 1 secondary suite)
- intensive agriculture (ALR)
- farm alcohol production
- forestry
- agri-tourism
- commercial/hobby kennels
- horse riding/boarding (max 40 stalls)
- farm product retail (max 125 m2)
- primary processing
- private airstrip (16 ha+)
- B&B
- boarders/lodgers
- short-term rental
- cogeneration with greenhouse
A-1 zoning FAQ
What is A-1 zoning in Surrey?
A-1 (General Agriculture) is an agricultural zoning district in the City of Surrey. Agriculture on lots minimum 2 ha; protects Agricultural OCP land from incompatible uses.
What can you build on A-1-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in A-1 include Agriculture and horticulture, one single family dwelling (may contain 1 secondary suite), intensive agriculture (ALR), farm alcohol production, forestry, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in A-1?
A-1 permits a maximum building height of 9 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
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Source: official Surrey zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026