RU-1 Zoning in Township of Langley - Rural
RU-1: Rural is a residential zoning district in the Township of Langley.
On a typical RU-1-zoned lot you can expect a maximum height of 9 m (2 storeys) and site coverage up to 33%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Alongside housing, RU-1 also lists accessory buildings and uses, accessory parking of commercial vehicles subject to Section 108, and agricultural uses among its permitted uses.
RU-1 at a glance
| Max height | 9 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 2 |
| Site coverage | 33% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RU-1
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RURAL ZONE RU-1 | 17000 m² | - | - | - | 9 m |
Permitted uses in RU-1
- accessory buildings and uses
- accessory home occupations subject to Section 104.3
- accessory parking of commercial vehicles subject to Section 108
- agricultural uses
- commercial greenhouses subject to Section 201.11
- equestrian centres and riding stables
- feedlots subject to "Feedlot Control By-law, 1979", No. 1844 as amended
- intensive swine operation subject to Section 109
- mushroom farms
- residential uses subject to Section 201.2, 201.3, 201.4 and 201.5
- veterinary clinics
RU-1 zoning FAQ
What is RU-1 zoning in Township of Langley?
RU-1 (Rural) is a residential zoning district in the Township of Langley.
What can you build on RU-1-zoned land in Township of Langley?
Permitted uses in RU-1 include accessory buildings and uses, accessory home occupations subject to Section 104.3, accessory parking of commercial vehicles subject to Section 108, agricultural uses, commercial greenhouses subject to Section 201.11, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in RU-1?
RU-1 permits a maximum building height of 9 m, generally about 2 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
- FH-1 - Residential Float Home
- 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
Look up a specific address in Township of Langley
Source: official Township of Langley zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026