MR7-C Zoning in Surrey — Low-Rise (5-8 Storey) Apartment with Commercial
MR7-C — Low-Rise (5-8 Storey) Apartment with Commercial is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Low-rise mixed-use apartment buildings, typically 5 to 8 storeys, with required ground floor commercial.
On a typical MR7-C-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 2.2–2.5, a maximum height of 22 m (6 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 MR7-C district
Low-rise mixed-use apartment buildings, typically 5 to 8 storeys, with required ground floor commercial.
MR7-C at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 2.2–2.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 22 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 6 |
| Site coverage | 60% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in MR7-C
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low-Rise (5-8 Storey) Apartment with Commercial | — | — | 2.5 | 22 m |
Permitted uses in MR7-C
- Low-rise mixed-use apartment buildings with required ground floor commercial
- child care centre
- short-term rental
MR7-C zoning FAQ
What is MR7-C zoning in Surrey?
MR7-C (Low-Rise (5-8 Storey) Apartment with Commercial) is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Low-rise mixed-use apartment buildings, typically 5 to 8 storeys, with required ground floor commercial.
What can you build on MR7-C-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in MR7-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 MR7-C in Surrey?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in MR7-C generally ranges from about 2.2 up to 2.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in MR7-C?
MR7-C permits a maximum building height of 22 m, generally about 6 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
- MR6-C — Low-Rise (4 Storey) Apartment with Commercial
- MR7 — Low-Rise (5-8 Storey) Apartment
Look up a specific address in Surrey
Source: official Surrey zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026