RR-3A zoning in Vancouver: what can you build?
Rental Mixed-Use (4-storey)
On the standard 33, 50 and 66 ft lots tested, RR-3A 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 Vancouver 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed-use residential building (rental)Site area 4,026 sq ft is below the 9,903 sq ft minimum. The Director of Planning may vary it. | 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 Vancouver.
Common questions
How many units can I build in RR-3A zoning in Vancouver?
On the standard 33, 50 and 66 ft lots tested, RR-3A 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 RR-3A rules come from?
From Zoning and Development By-law No. 3575, RR-3A, RR-3B and RR-3C Districts Schedule, June 2026 consolidation (rules approved 2026-10-14). Preliminary screening only. Verify with the City of Vancouver.
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