MR9-C Zoning in Surrey — High-Rise Apartment with Commercial

MR9-C — High-Rise Apartment with Commercial is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. High-rise mixed-use apartment buildings with required ground floor commercial.

On a typical MR9-C-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 5.3–6.3, a maximum height of 165 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-C district

High-rise mixed-use apartment buildings with required ground floor commercial.

MR9-C at a glance

Floor space ratio (FSR)5.3–6.3
Max height165 m
Max storeys (by right)40
Site coverage85%
Zone categoryResidential

Density tiers in MR9-C

TierMin lot areaMax unitsFSRMax height
High-Rise Apartment with Commercial6.3165 m

Permitted uses in MR9-C

MR9-C zoning FAQ

What is MR9-C zoning in Surrey?

MR9-C (High-Rise Apartment with Commercial) is a residential zoning district in the City of Surrey. High-rise mixed-use apartment buildings with required ground floor commercial.

What can you build on MR9-C-zoned land in Surrey?

Permitted uses in MR9-C include High-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 MR9-C in Surrey?

Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in MR9-C generally ranges from about 5.3 up to 6.3. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.

How tall can a building be in MR9-C?

MR9-C permits a maximum building height of 165 m, generally about 40 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.

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Source: official Surrey zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026