CTA Zoning in Surrey — Tourist Accommodation
CTA — Tourist Accommodation is a commercial zoning district in the City of Surrey. Tourist accommodation, trailer parks and camp-sites.
On a typical CTA-zoned lot you can expect up to 1 dwelling unit, an FSR of about 0.5, a maximum height of 10 m (3 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 CTA district
Tourist accommodation, trailer parks and camp-sites.
CTA at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 1 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.5 |
| Max height | 10 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 3 |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Commercial |
Density tiers in CTA
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Accommodation | — | 1 | 0.5 | 10 m |
Permitted uses in CTA
- Tourist accommodation
- tourist trailer park / campsite
- accessory eating establishments, convenience store, florist, personal services
- manager single family dwelling
CTA zoning FAQ
What is CTA zoning in Surrey?
CTA (Tourist Accommodation) is a commercial zoning district in the City of Surrey. Tourist accommodation, trailer parks and camp-sites.
What can you build on CTA-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in CTA include Tourist accommodation, tourist trailer park / campsite, accessory eating establishments, convenience store, florist, personal services, manager single family dwelling. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for CTA in Surrey?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in CTA is about 0.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in CTA?
CTA permits a maximum building height of 10 m, generally about 3 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-15 — Town Centre Commercial (mixed-use)
- C-35 — Downtown Commercial (City Centre)
- CCR — Child Care
Look up a specific address in Surrey
Source: official Surrey zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026