R-CL(A) Zoning in Township of Langley — Residential Compact Lot

R-CL(A): Residential Compact Lot is a residential zoning district in the Township of Langley.

On a typical R-CL(A)-zoned lot you can expect up to 4 dwelling units, a maximum height of 9 m, and site coverage up to 50%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.

R-CL(A) at a glance

Max dwelling units4
Max height9 m
Site coverage50%
Zone categoryResidential

Density tiers in R-CL(A)

TierMin lot areaMax unitsFSRMax height
RESIDENTIAL COMPACT LOT ZONE R-CL(A)49 m

Permitted uses in R-CL(A)

R-CL(A) zoning FAQ

What is R-CL(A) zoning in Township of Langley?

R-CL(A) (Residential Compact Lot) is a residential zoning district in the Township of Langley.

What can you build on R-CL(A)-zoned land in Township of Langley?

Permitted uses in R-CL(A) include accessory buildings and structures, accessory detached garage, accessory home occupations subject to Section 104.3, residential uses subject to Section 404.2. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.

How tall can a building be in R-CL(A)?

R-CL(A) permits a maximum building height of 9 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.

How many units are allowed in R-CL(A) zoning?

R-CL(A) allows up to 4 dwelling units on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in Township of Langley now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.

Other residential zones in Township of Langley

Look up a specific address in Township of Langley

Source: official Township of Langley zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026