MR5 Zoning in Surrey — Stacked Townhouse
MR5 — Stacked Townhouse is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Stacked townhouses, typically 3 to 4 storeys, developed in accordance with a comprehensive design.
On a typical MR5-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of about 1.5, a maximum height of 14 m (4 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 MR5 district
Stacked townhouses, typically 3 to 4 storeys, developed in accordance with a comprehensive design.
MR5 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 14 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
| Site coverage | 50% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in MR5
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stacked Townhouse | — | — | 1.5 | 14 m |
Permitted uses in MR5
- Stacked townhouse buildings
- ground-oriented multiple unit residential buildings
- ground-oriented back-to-back MURBs
- child care centre
- short-term rental
MR5 zoning FAQ
What is MR5 zoning in Surrey?
MR5 (Stacked Townhouse) is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Stacked townhouses, typically 3 to 4 storeys, developed in accordance with a comprehensive design.
What can you build on MR5-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in MR5 include Stacked townhouse buildings, ground-oriented multiple unit residential buildings, ground-oriented back-to-back MURBs, child care centre, short-term rental. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for MR5 in Surrey?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in MR5 is about 1.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in MR5?
MR5 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 residential zones in Surrey
- MR1 — Low Density Townhouse
- MR2 — Medium Density Townhouse
- MR3 — Rowhouse
- MR4 — High Density 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