RM-5 zoning in Maple Ridge: what can you build?
Low Density Townhouse and Apartment Residential
On the standard 33, 50 and 66 ft lots tested, RM-5 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 Maple Ridge 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TownhousesRM-5 needs a lot of at least 12,002 sq ft; this lot is 4,026 sq ft. It would need to be assembled with neighbouring lots, or may be a strata lot within a larger site. | Not allowed | – | - |
| ApartmentRM-5 needs a lot of at least 12,002 sq ft; this lot is 4,026 sq ft. It would need to be assembled with neighbouring lots, or may be a strata lot within a larger site. | 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 Maple Ridge.
Common questions
How many units can I build in RM-5 zoning in Maple Ridge?
On the standard 33, 50 and 66 ft lots tested, RM-5 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 RM-5 rules come from?
From City of Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, Part 6 (Sections 612, 613 and 617 to 625), 2026 office consolidation (to Bylaw 8119-2026) consolidation (rules approved 2026-10-15). Preliminary screening only. Verify with the City of Maple Ridge.
Other Maple Ridge zones
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