IL Zoning in Surrey — Light Impact Industrial
IL — Light Impact Industrial is a industrial zoning district in the City of Surrey. Light impact industry, transportation industry, warehouses, distribution and limited offices/services.
On a typical IL-zoned lot you can expect up to 3 dwelling units, an FSR of about 1.0, a maximum height of 18 m, and site coverage up to 60%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the IL district
Light impact industry, transportation industry, warehouses, distribution and limited offices/services.
IL at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 3 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.0 |
| Max height | 18 m |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Industrial |
Density tiers in IL
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Impact Industrial | — | 3 | 1.0 | 18 m |
Permitted uses in IL
- Light impact industry
- recycling depots
- transportation industry
- automotive services
- auto painting/body work
- vehicle storage
- industrial equipment rentals
- driving schools, fleet dispatch, trade schools
- warehouses
- distribution centres
- limited offices (architectural, engineering, contractor, government, utility)
- self-storage
- liquor manufacturing
- accessory coffee shop (35 seats), recreation, community services, places of worship (300 seats), child care, caretaker unit, rebuilt vehicle sales
IL zoning FAQ
What is IL zoning in Surrey?
IL (Light Impact Industrial) is a industrial zoning district in the City of Surrey. Light impact industry, transportation industry, warehouses, distribution and limited offices/services.
What can you build on IL-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in IL include Light impact industry, recycling depots, transportation industry, automotive services, auto painting/body work, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for IL in Surrey?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in IL is about 1.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in IL?
IL permits a maximum building height of 18 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other industrial zones in Surrey
- IA — Agro-Industrial
- IB — Business Park
- IB-1 — Business Park 1 (high design standard)
- IB-2 — Business Park 2
- IB-3 — Business Park 3 (Campbell Heights)
- IH — High Impact Industrial
- IL-1 — Light Impact Industrial 1 (high design)
- O1 — Office Employment
Look up a specific address in Surrey
Source: official Surrey zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026