FH-1 Zoning in Township of Langley — Residential Float Home
FH-1: Residential Float Home is a residential zoning district in the Township of Langley. The maximum density permitted shall be no more than a total of 40 float homes moored at a Marina Class "C".
On a typical FH-1-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 8 m (2.5 storeys) and site coverage up to 40%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the FH-1 district
The maximum density permitted shall be no more than a total of 40 float homes moored at a Marina Class "C". Amemity Areas 412.4 Amenity open space located on the upland site shall be provided in an amount equal to 30% of the water lot area.
FH-1 at a glance
| Max height | 8 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 2.5 |
| Site coverage | 40% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in FH-1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESIDENTIAL FLOAT HOME ZONE FH-1 | — | — | — | 8 m |
Permitted uses in FH-1
- accessory buildings and uses including a clubhouse accessory to a Marina
- accessory home occupations subject to Section 104.3
- construction of float homes for on-site moorage only
- float homes moored at a Marina Class "C"
- floats, docks, piers, wharves, walkways, ramps, breakwaters and other
- Marina Class "C"
- residential uses subject to Section 412.2
FH-1 zoning FAQ
What is FH-1 zoning in Township of Langley?
FH-1 (Residential Float Home) is a residential zoning district in the Township of Langley. The maximum density permitted shall be no more than a total of 40 float homes moored at a Marina Class "C".
What can you build on FH-1-zoned land in Township of Langley?
Permitted uses in FH-1 include accessory buildings and uses including a clubhouse accessory to a Marina, accessory home occupations subject to Section 104.3, construction of float homes for on-site moorage only, float homes moored at a Marina Class "C", floats, docks, piers, wharves, walkways, ramps, breakwaters and other, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in FH-1?
FH-1 permits a maximum building height of 8 m, generally about 2.5 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other residential zones in Township of Langley
- CRE-1 — Comprehensive Rural Estate
- MH-1 — Residential Mobile Home Park
- R-1A — Residential
- R-1B — RESIDENTIAL ZONES R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E
- R-1C — RESIDENTIAL ZONES R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E
- R-1D — RESIDENTIAL ZONES R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E
- R-1E — RESIDENTIAL ZONES R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E
- R-2 — Residential
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Source: official Township of Langley zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026