RR-2B Zoning in Vancouver - Residential Rental
RR-2B: Residential Rental is a residential zoning district in the City of Vancouver. The intent of this schedule is to permit apartments where all dwelling units are secured as residential rental tenure
On a typical RR-2B-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 2.2–2.7 and a maximum height of 19.8 m (6 storeys). Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Alongside housing, RR-2B also lists Seniors Supportive/Independent Living, Child Day Care, and Community Centre among its permitted uses.
Intent of the RR-2B district
The intent of this schedule is to permit apartments where all dwelling units are secured as residential rental tenure
RR-2B at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 2.2–2.7 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 19.8 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 6 |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RR-2B
| Tier | Applies to | Min frontage (m) | Units / ha | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Conditional FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rental | FSR 2.40 on a site of 920 m² or more (s3.1.1.4(c)); 2.70 on a site no deeper than 33.5 m, or on a corner site with 40.2 m frontage at 1,470 m². 3.00 on those sites with 20% below-market rental in a transit-oriented area or 100% social housing (s3.1.1.5). Apartment height 19.8 m and 6 storeys. | 20.1 | - | 920 m² | - | 2.4 | 2.7 | 19.8 m |
| Residential Rental | FSR 2.20 on a site of 613 m² (2.40 on a site no deeper than 33.5 m) (s3.1.1.4). Apartment height 19.8 m and 6 storeys; townhouse 10.7 m and 3 storeys. All residential floor area must be secured rental. | 20.1 | - | 613 m² | - | 2.2 | 2.4 | 19.8 m |
Permitted uses in RR-2B
- Mixed-Use Residential Building
- Seniors Supportive/Independent Living
- Child Day Care
- Community Centre
- Park/Playground
- Institutional uses
- Neighbourhood Grocery
- Public Utility
RR-2B zoning FAQ
What is RR-2B zoning in Vancouver?
RR-2B (Residential Rental) is a residential zoning district in the City of Vancouver. The intent of this schedule is to permit apartments where all dwelling units are secured as residential rental tenure
What can you build on RR-2B-zoned land in Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RR-2B include Mixed-Use Residential Building, Seniors Supportive/Independent Living, Child Day Care, Community Centre, Park/Playground, among others. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RR-2B in Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RR-2B generally ranges from about 2.2 up to 2.7. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RR-2B?
RR-2B permits a maximum building height of 19.8 m, generally about 6 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
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