RR-3A Zoning in Vancouver - Residential Rental
RR-3A: Residential Rental is a residential zoning district in the City of Vancouver. The intent of this schedule is to permit mixed-use residential buildings where all dwelling units are secured as residential rental tenure.
On a typical RR-3A-zoned lot you can expect an FSR of roughly 2.4–2.5 and a maximum height of 15.3 m (4 storeys). Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Alongside housing, RR-3A also lists Seniors Supportive/Independent Living, Child Day Care, and Community Centre among its permitted uses.
Intent of the RR-3A district
The intent of this schedule is to permit mixed-use residential buildings where all dwelling units are secured as residential rental tenure.
RR-3A at a glance
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 2.4–2.5 |
|---|---|
| Max height | 15.3 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 4 |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RR-3A
| Tier | Applies to | Min frontage (m) | Units / ha | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Conditional FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rental | if the site is a corner site that: (a) adjoins a dedicated lane at the rear, whether or not that lane is constructed, or is a double-fronting site; (b) has a minimum site frontage of 40.2 m; and (c) has a minimum site area of 1,470 m2, | 30.1 | 920 m² | - | 2.4 | 2.5 | 15.3 m |
Permitted uses in RR-3A
- Mixed-Use Residential Building
- Seniors Supportive/Independent Living
- Child Day Care
- Community Centre
- Park/Playground
- Retail
- Office
- Service uses
- Institutional uses
- Public Utility
RR-3A zoning FAQ
What is RR-3A zoning in Vancouver?
RR-3A (Residential Rental) is a residential zoning district in the City of Vancouver. The intent of this schedule is to permit mixed-use residential buildings where all dwelling units are secured as residential rental tenure.
What can you build on RR-3A-zoned land in Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RR-3A 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-3A in Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RR-3A generally ranges from about 2.4 up to 2.5. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RR-3A?
RR-3A permits a maximum building height of 15.3 m, generally about 4 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
Look up a specific address in Vancouver
Source: official Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026