RU-5 Zoning in Township of Langley - Rural Floodplain
RU-5: Rural Floodplain is a residential zoning district in the Township of Langley.
On a typical RU-5-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.
RU-5 at a glance
| Max height | 9 m |
|---|---|
| Max storeys (by right) | 2 |
| Site coverage | 33% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RU-5
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RURAL FLOODPLAIN ZONE RU-5 | 80000 m² | - | - | - | 9 m |
Permitted uses in RU-5
- all uses permitted in the Rural Zone RU-1
- marina class "B"
RU-5 zoning FAQ
What is RU-5 zoning in Township of Langley?
RU-5 (Rural Floodplain) is a residential zoning district in the Township of Langley.
What can you build on RU-5-zoned land in Township of Langley?
Permitted uses in RU-5 include all uses permitted in the Rural Zone RU-1, marina class "B". Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
How tall can a building be in RU-5?
RU-5 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