RS-2 Zoning in White Rock - RS-2 SSMUH Residential Zone
RS-2: RS-2 SSMUH Residential Zone is a residential zoning district in the City of White Rock. Up to four dwelling units outside 400 m of a prescribed bus stop, or six within 400 m, in a variety of building forms.
On a typical RS-2-zoned lot you can expect up to 4 dwelling units, an FSR of roughly 0.75–0.95, a maximum height of 7.7 m, and site coverage up to 45%. Exact figures vary with lot size, frontage, and form of development, so look up your specific address to confirm.
A lot of at least 281 m² and below 4,050 m² that the City flags within 400 m of a prescribed bus stop can reach 6 units rather than 4.
Intent of the RS-2 district
Up to four dwelling units outside 400 m of a prescribed bus stop, or six within 400 m, in a variety of building forms.
RS-2 at a glance
| Max dwelling units | 4 |
|---|---|
| Max units near frequent transit | 6 |
| Floor space ratio (FSR) | 0.75–0.95 |
| Max height | 7.7 m |
| Site coverage | 45% |
| Zone category | Residential |
Density tiers in RS-2
| Tier | Min lot area | Max units | FSR | Max height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS-2 SSMUH Residential Zone | 410 m² | 4 | 0.75 | 7.7 m |
Permitted uses in RS-2
- One-unit residential
- house-plex
- semi-detached residential building
- rowhouse residential building.
RS-2 zoning FAQ
What is RS-2 zoning in White Rock?
RS-2 (RS-2 SSMUH Residential Zone) is a residential zoning district in the City of White Rock. Up to four dwelling units outside 400 m of a prescribed bus stop, or six within 400 m, in a variety of building forms.
What can you build on RS-2-zoned land in White Rock?
Permitted uses in RS-2 include One-unit residential, house-plex, semi-detached residential building, rowhouse residential building.. Permitted uses are allowed outright; conditional uses may require Development Permit Board approval.
What is the FSR for RS-2 in White Rock?
Floor Space Ratio (FSR) in RS-2 generally ranges from about 0.75 up to 0.95. ZoneScout calculates the maximum buildable floor area for your specific lot.
How tall can a building be in RS-2?
RS-2 permits a maximum building height of 7.7 m. Height can be affected by view corridors, setbacks, and the specific form of development.
How many units are allowed in RS-2 zoning?
RS-2 allows up to 4 dwelling units on an eligible lot. A City parcel flag within 400 m of a prescribed bus stop raises the figure to 6. The exact number depends on lot area and the City parcel flag for prescribed bus stops.
Other residential zones in White Rock
- RE-1 - RE-1 SSMUH Estate Residential 1 Zone
- RE-2 - RE-2 SSMUH Estate Residential 2 Zone
- RI-1 - RI-1 (Infill 1) SSMUH Residential Zone, South of Hospital Lands
- RI-2 - RI-2 (Infill 2) SSMUH Residential Zone
- RM-1 - RM-1 Low Density Multi-Unit Residential Zone
- RM-2 - RM-2 Medium Density Multi-Unit Residential Zone
- RM-3 - RM-3 High Density Multi-Unit Residential Zone
- RM-4 - RM-4 Marine Drive Medium Density Multi-Unit Residential Zone
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Source: official White Rock zoning bylaw (PDF) · updated September 2026