RR-1 Zoning in Vancouver - Residential Rental
RR-1: Residential Rental is a residential zoning district in the City of Vancouver. The intent of this schedule is to permit triplexes and townhouses where all dwelling units are secured as residential rental tenure.
On a typical RR-1-zoned lot you can expect up to 8 dwelling units, an FSR of roughly 1.0–1.45, and a maximum height of 13.7 m (4 storeys). Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
What sets the unit count here is lot size: a lot of at least 303 m² allows 4 units and a lot of at least 465 m² allows 8 units.
Alongside housing, RR-1 also lists Seniors Supportive/Independent Living, Child Day Care, and Community Centre among its permitted uses.
Intent of the RR-1 district
The intent of this schedule is to permit triplexes and townhouses where all dwelling units are secured as residential rental tenure.
RR-1 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 8 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 1.0–1.45 |
| Max height | 13.7 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RR-1
| Tier | Applies to | Min frontage (m) | Units / ha | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Conditional FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rental | For 4-storey Townhouse, containing more than 8 dwelling units | 30.1 | - | 920 m² | - | 1.45 | - | 13.7 m |
| Residential Rental | For 3-storey townhouse containing more than 8 dwelling units; | 20.1 | - | 613 m² | - | 1.2 | - | 11.5 m |
| Residential Rental | For townhouse containing not less than 5 and not more than 8 dwelling units | 15.2 | - | 465 m² | 8 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 11.5 m |
| Residential Rental | For townhouse containing 4 dwelling units or triplex | 10 | - | 303 m² | 4 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 11.5 m |
Permitted uses in RR-1
- Mixed-Use Residential Building
- Apartment
- Seniors Supportive/Independent Living
- Child Day Care
- Community Centre
- Park/Playground
- Institutional uses
- Neighbourhood Grocery
- Public Utility
RR-1 zoning FAQ
What is RR-1 zoning in Vancouver?
RR-1 (Residential Rental) is a residential zoning district in the City of Vancouver. The intent of this schedule is to permit triplexes and townhouses where all dwelling units are secured as residential rental tenure.
What can you build on RR-1-zoned land in Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RR-1 include Mixed-Use Residential Building, Apartment, Seniors Supportive/Independent Living, Child Day Care, Community Centre, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RR-1 in Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RR-1 generally ranges from about 1.0 up to 1.45. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RR-1?
RR-1 permits a maximum building height of 13.7 m, generally about 4 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RR-1 zoning?
RR-1 allows up to 8 dwelling units on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in Vancouver now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
Other residential zones in Vancouver
- FM-1 - Fraser Mile
- FSD - First Shaughnessy District
- R1-1 - Residential Inclusive
- R3-1 - Residential Low-Rise Apartment
- R3-2 - Residential Low-Rise Apartment (Rental)
- R3-3 - Residential Low-Rise Apartment
- R4-1 - Residential Mid-Rise Apartment
- R5-1 - Residential High-Rise Apartment
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Source: official Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026