MR9 Zoning in Surrey — High-Rise Apartment
MR9 — High-Rise Apartment is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. High-rise apartment buildings, typically up to 40 storeys, with optional accessory uses such as commercial.
On a typical MR9-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 5.0–6.0, a maximum height of 160 m (40 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 MR9 district
High-rise apartment buildings, typically up to 40 storeys, with optional accessory uses such as commercial.
MR9 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 5.0–6.0 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 160 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 40 |
| Site coverage | 85% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in MR9
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-Rise Apartment | — | — | 6.0 | 160 m |
Permitted uses in MR9
- High-rise apartment (multiple unit residential) buildings
- optional accessory commercial
- child care centre
- short-term rental
MR9 zoning FAQ
What is MR9 zoning in Surrey?
MR9 (High-Rise Apartment) is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. High-rise apartment buildings, typically up to 40 storeys, with optional accessory uses such as commercial.
What can you build on MR9-zoned land in Surrey?
Permitted uses in MR9 include High-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 MR9 in Surrey?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in MR9 generally ranges from about 5.0 up to 6.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in MR9?
MR9 permits a maximum building height of 160 m, generally about 40 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