MR3 Zoning in Surrey — Rowhouse
MR3 — Rowhouse is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Attached dwelling units on lots contained in a row housing building.
On a typical MR3-zoned lot you can expect up to 1 dwelling unit, a maximum height of 9.5 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 MR3 district
Attached dwelling units on lots contained in a row housing building.
MR3 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 1 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 9.5 m |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in MR3
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowhouse | — | 1 | — | 9.5 m |
Permitted uses in MR3
- One dwelling unit on each lot within a row housing building
- short-term rental
- one lock-off suite in TOA/Frequent Bus Stop Areas
MR3 zoning FAQ
What is MR3 zoning in Surrey?
MR3 (Rowhouse) is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Attached dwelling units on lots contained in a row housing building.
What can you build on MR3-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in MR3 include One dwelling unit on each lot within a row housing building, short-term rental, one lock-off suite in TOA/Frequent Bus Stop Areas. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in MR3?
MR3 permits a maximum building height of 9.5 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in MR3 zoning?
MR3 allows up to 1 dwelling unit on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in Surrey now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
Other residential zones in Surrey
- MR1 — Low Density Townhouse
- MR2 — Medium Density Townhouse
- MR4 — High Density Townhouse
- MR5 — Stacked Townhouse
- MR6 — Low-Rise (4 Storey) Apartment
- MR6-C — Low-Rise (4 Storey) Apartment with Commercial
- MR7 — Low-Rise (5-8 Storey) Apartment
- MR7-C — Low-Rise (5-8 Storey) Apartment with Commercial
Look up a specific address in Surrey
Source: official Surrey zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026