MR6-C Zoning in Surrey — Low-Rise (4 Storey) Apartment with Commercial
MR6-C — Low-Rise (4 Storey) Apartment with Commercial is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Low-rise mixed-use apartment buildings, typically 3 to 4 storeys, with required ground floor commercial.
On a typical MR6-C-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 1.6–1.8, a maximum height of 15 m (4 storeys), 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 MR6-C district
Low-rise mixed-use apartment buildings, typically 3 to 4 storeys, with required ground floor commercial.
MR6-C at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.6–1.8 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 15 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in MR6-C
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low-Rise (4 Storey) Apartment with Commercial | — | — | 1.8 | 15 m |
Permitted uses in MR6-C
- Low-rise mixed-use apartment buildings with required ground floor commercial
- child care centre
- short-term rental
MR6-C zoning FAQ
What is MR6-C zoning in Surrey?
MR6-C (Low-Rise (4 Storey) Apartment with Commercial) is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Low-rise mixed-use apartment buildings, typically 3 to 4 storeys, with required ground floor commercial.
What can you build on MR6-C-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in MR6-C include Low-rise mixed-use apartment buildings with required ground floor commercial, child care centre, short-term rental. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for MR6-C in Surrey?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in MR6-C generally ranges from about 1.6 up to 1.8. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in MR6-C?
MR6-C permits a maximum building height of 15 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
- MR5 — Stacked Townhouse
- MR6 — Low-Rise (4 Storey) Apartment
- 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