MR8 Zoning in Surrey — Mid-Rise Apartment
MR8 — Mid-Rise Apartment is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Mid-rise apartment buildings, typically 10 to 20 storeys, with optional accessory uses such as commercial.
On a typical MR8-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 4.0–5.0, a maximum height of 95 m (25 storeys), and site coverage up to 85%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the MR8 district
Mid-rise apartment buildings, typically 10 to 20 storeys, with optional accessory uses such as commercial.
MR8 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 4.0–5.0 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 95 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 25 |
| Site coverage | 85% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in MR8
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Rise Apartment | — | — | 5.0 | 95 m |
Permitted uses in MR8
- Mid-rise apartment (multiple unit residential) buildings
- optional accessory commercial
- child care centre
- short-term rental
MR8 zoning FAQ
What is MR8 zoning in Surrey?
MR8 (Mid-Rise Apartment) is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. Mid-rise apartment buildings, typically 10 to 20 storeys, with optional accessory uses such as commercial.
What can you build on MR8-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in MR8 include Mid-rise apartment (multiple unit residential) buildings, optional accessory 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 MR8 in Surrey?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in MR8 generally ranges from about 4.0 up to 5.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in MR8?
MR8 permits a maximum building height of 95 m, generally about 25 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