I-3 Zoning in Vancouver — High Technology
I-3 — High Technology is a industrial zoning district in the City of Vancouver. The intent of this schedule is to permit high technology industry, creative products manufacturing, digital entertainment, information and communication technology, and related industry with a significant amount of research and development activity.
On a typical I-3-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 3.0–5.0 and a maximum height of 18.3 m. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development — look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the I-3 district
The intent of this schedule is to permit high technology industry, creative products manufacturing, digital entertainment, information and communication technology, and related industry with a significant amount of research and development activity.
I-3 at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 3.0–5.0 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 18.3 m |
| Zone category | Industrial |
Density tiers in I-3
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Technology | — | — | 5.0 | 18.3 m |
Permitted uses in I-3
- Office uses
- Retail uses
- Service uses
- Community uses
- Institutional uses
- Public Utility
I-3 zoning FAQ
What is I-3 zoning in Vancouver?
I-3 (High Technology) is a industrial zoning district in the City of Vancouver. The intent of this schedule is to permit high technology industry, creative products manufacturing, digital entertainment, information and communication technology, and related industry with a significant amount of research and development activity.
What can you build on I-3-zoned land in Vancouver?
Permitted uses in I-3 include Office uses, Retail uses, Service uses, Community uses, Institutional uses, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for I-3 in Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in I-3 generally ranges from about 3.0 up to 5.0. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in I-3?
I-3 permits a maximum building height of 18.3 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
Other industrial zones in Vancouver
- I-1 — Light Industrial
- I-1A — Light Industrial
- I-1B — Light Industrial
- I-1C — Light Industrial
- I-2 — General Industrial
- I-4 — High Technology
- M-1 — Light Industrial
- M-1A — Light Industrial
Look up a specific address in Vancouver
Source: official Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated August 2026