C-4 Zoning in Surrey — Local Commercial
C-4 — Local Commercial is a commercial zoning district in the City of Surrey. Local small-scale convenience commercial.
On a typical C-4-zoned lot you can expect up to 1 dwelling unit, an FSR of about 0.4, a maximum height of 9 m (2 storeys), and site coverage up to 40%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the C-4 district
Local small-scale convenience commercial.
C-4 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 1 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.4 |
| Max height | 9 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 2 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Commercial |
Density tiers in C-4
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Commercial | — | 1 | 0.4 | 9 m |
Permitted uses in C-4
- Convenience store
- video rental
- florist
- eating establishments (no drive-through, no liquor licence)
- barbershop, beauty parlour, cleaning/repair of clothing, shoe repair
- one caretaker unit
C-4 zoning FAQ
What is C-4 zoning in Surrey?
C-4 (Local Commercial) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Surrey. Local small-scale convenience commercial.
What can you build on C-4-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in C-4 include Convenience store, video rental, florist, eating establishments (no drive-through, no liquor licence), barbershop, beauty parlour, cleaning/repair of clothing, shoe repair, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for C-4 in Surrey?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in C-4 is about 0.4. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in C-4?
C-4 permits a maximum building height of 9 m, generally about 2 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other commercial zones in Surrey
- C-5 — Neighbourhood Commercial
- C-8 — Community Commercial
- C-8A — Community Commercial A
- C-8B — Community Commercial B (incl adult/cannabis uses)
- C-15 — Town Centre Commercial (mixed-use)
- 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