CWD Zoning in Vancouver — Central Waterfront District
CWD — Central Waterfront District is a other zoning district in the City of Vancouver. Central Waterfront District is a Comprehensive Development District.
Intent of the CWD district
Central Waterfront District is a Comprehensive Development District. The only uses permitted, and the only uses for which development permits may be issued, are those prescribed by the Central Waterfront Official Development Plan and Coal Harbour Official Development Plan, subject to form, location and special characteristics conforming to that plan and to any conditions the Development Permit Board prescribes.
CWD at a glance
| Zone category | Other |
|---|
Density tiers in CWD
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Waterfront District | — | — | — | — |
Permitted uses in CWD
- port uses
- transportation uses
- marine uses
- commercial uses
- institutional uses
- light industrial uses
- parks and open spaces
- public uses and facilities
- Urban Farm - Class B
- and customarily ancillary uses
CWD zoning FAQ
What is CWD zoning in Vancouver?
CWD (Central Waterfront District) is a other zoning district in the City of Vancouver. Central Waterfront District is a Comprehensive Development District.
What can you build on CWD-zoned land in Vancouver?
Permitted uses in CWD include port uses, transportation uses, marine uses, commercial uses, institutional uses, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
Other other zones in Vancouver
- BCPED — B.C. Place/Expo District
- DD — Downtown District
- DEOD — Downtown Eastside/Oppenheimer District
- FCCDD — False Creek Comprehensive Development District
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Source: official Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026