RT-2 zoning in Coquitlam: what can you build?
Townhouse Residential
On the standard 33, 50 and 66 ft lots tested, RT-2 allows no building form outright. It is meant for larger or assembled sites. These figures come from running BuildHere’s engine on each lot size with the Coquitlam rules for this zone.
Most units by lot size
| Lot (with lane) | Most units | Building form | Max floor area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 × 122 ft4,026 sq ft | None outright | – | – |
| 50 × 122 ft6,100 sq ft | None outright | – | – |
| 66 × 122 ft8,052 sq ft | None outright | – | – |
Building options on a 33 × 122 ft lot
| Option | Status | Units | Max floor area |
|---|---|---|---|
| TownhousesRT-2 needs a lot of at least 11,948 sq ft; this lot is 4,026 sq ft. It would need to be assembled with neighbouring lots. | Not allowed | – | - |
Your lot will differ.
Frontage, depth, lane access, corner lots and frequent-transit areas all change the answer. Search your address for a report on the real lot in Coquitlam.
Common questions
How many units can I build in RT-2 zoning in Coquitlam?
On the standard 33, 50 and 66 ft lots tested, RT-2 allows no building form outright; it needs a larger or assembled site. The options table shows the limit each option runs into.
What is FSR?
Floor space ratio (FSR) is a building’s total floor area divided by the lot area. An FSR of 1.0 on a 4,026 sq ft lot allows about 4,026 sq ft of floor area across all storeys. Some bylaws, such as Burnaby’s R1, set no FSR at all; there BuildHere shows an effective FSR worked out from the height, setback and lot coverage limits.
Where do these RT-2 rules come from?
From City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996, Part 10 (RS-2, RT-2), Part 12 (RM-1, RM-2, RA-1 to RA-3) and Part 22 (RS-1, RS-3, RS-4, RT-1, RT-3, RM-3 to RM-6), 2026 consolidation (rules approved 2026-10-15). Preliminary screening only. Verify with the City of Coquitlam.
Other Coquitlam zones
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