RS3 Zoning in West Vancouver - Single Family Dwelling Zone 3
RS3: Single Family Dwelling Zone 3 is a residential zoning district in the District of West Vancouver. The District's most common single family zone.
On a typical RS3-zoned lot you can expect up to 3 dwelling units, an FSR of about 0.3, a hard cap of 585.4 m² of floor area however large the lot, a maximum height of 7.62 m (2 storeys), and site coverage up to 30%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
Intent of the RS3 district
The District's most common single family zone.
RS3 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 3 |
|---|---|
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.3 |
| Max height | 7.62 m |
| Max storeys (by right) | 2 |
| Site coverage | 30% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RS3
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | Base FSR | Bonus FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Family Dwelling Zone 3 | 975 m² | 3 | 0.3 | - | 7.62 m |
Permitted uses in RS3
- Single family dwellings
- Secondary suites
- Detached secondary suite
- Lodgers
RS3 zoning FAQ
What is RS3 zoning in West Vancouver?
RS3 (Single Family Dwelling Zone 3) is a residential zoning district in the District of West Vancouver. The District's most common single family zone.
What can you build on RS3-zoned land in West Vancouver?
Permitted uses in RS3 include Single family dwellings, Secondary suites, Detached secondary suite, Lodgers. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RS3 in West Vancouver?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RS3 is about 0.3. The ratio is not the whole rule here: floor area is no more than 585.4 m², so on many lots the absolute figure governs rather than the ratio. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RS3?
RS3 permits a maximum building height of 7.62 m, generally about 2 storeys. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RS3 zoning?
RS3 allows up to 3 dwelling units on an eligible lot. Under the Province's Bill 44 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing rules, most standard residential lots in West Vancouver now permit multiple units outright. The exact number depends on lot size and whether rental tenure is secured.
Other residential zones in West Vancouver
- RD1 - Duplex Dwelling Zone 1
- RD2 - Duplex Dwelling Zone 2
- RD3 - Duplex Dwelling Zone 3
- RG-1A - Ground-oriented Dwelling Zone 1A
- RG-1B - Ground-oriented Dwelling Zone 1B
- RG-2 - Ground-oriented Dwelling Zone 2
- RG-3 - Ground-oriented Dwelling Zone 3
- RM1 - Multiple Dwelling Zone 1
Look up a specific address in West Vancouver
Source: official West Vancouver zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated October 2026