C-15 Zoning in Surrey — Town Centre Commercial (mixed-use)
C-15 — Town Centre Commercial (mixed-use) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Surrey. Town Centre retail/service/office/residential developed comprehensively.
On a typical C-15-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 1.5, a maximum height of 14 m (4 storeys), and site coverage up to 80%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the C-15 district
Town Centre retail/service/office/residential developed comprehensively.
C-15 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 14 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
| Site coverage | 80% |
| Zone category | Commercial |
Density tiers in C-15
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town Centre Commercial (mixed-use) | — | — | 1.5 | 14 m |
Permitted uses in C-15
- Retail
- personal services
- general services
- eating establishments
- neighbourhood pubs
- liquor store
- offices
- tourist accommodation
- indoor recreation
- parking facilities
- entertainment
- assembly halls
- community services
- child care
- cultural uses
- multiple unit residential building integral to commercial
- short-term rental
C-15 zoning FAQ
What is C-15 zoning in Surrey?
C-15 (Town Centre Commercial (mixed-use)) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Surrey. Town Centre retail/service/office/residential developed comprehensively.
What can you build on C-15-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in C-15 include Retail, personal services, general services, eating establishments, neighbourhood pubs, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for C-15 in Surrey?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in C-15 is about 1.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in C-15?
C-15 permits a maximum building height of 14 m, generally about 4 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other commercial zones in Surrey
- C-4 — Local Commercial
- C-5 — Neighbourhood Commercial
- C-8 — Community Commercial
- C-8A — Community Commercial A
- C-8B — Community Commercial B (incl adult/cannabis uses)
- C-35 — Downtown Commercial (City Centre)
- CCR — Child Care
- CG-1 — Self-Service Gasoline Station
Look up a specific address in Surrey
Source: official Surrey zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026