What will my zoning be?

You can check the proposed zoning of your property in two ways:

1. Look at the maps at the back of the proposed Zoning Bylaw 2025-37 (maps in pdf format); or
2. Use our online interactive mapping tool to review the proposed zoning and compare with the current zoning. Use our quick guide on how to view the proposed zoning.

How to read the proposed Zoning Bylaw:

Once you have found the zone code in the maps, you can review the corresponding regulations for that zone in Part 6 of the proposed Zoning Bylaw. The zone regulations list what uses are allowed, and provide development regulations such as building heights, setbacks, site coverage, and site density.

If the zone code has a ‘x’ in it, that means there are special modifications that apply to the lot or area. For zones with special modifications, all of the typical regulations for that zone apply, except as modified in the corresponding subsection. For example, if the zone code is RSDx(b), all of the typical zone regulations for the RSD zone apply, except as modified by subsection (b) in the special modifications section of the RSD zone regulations. Read more here about our approach to special modifications.

In addition to the zone-specific regulations, all developments must comply with the applicable regulations in Part 4 – General Regulations, and Part 5 – Specific Use Regulations:

• Part 4 – General Regulations provides regulations on building design, site design and landscaping, parking requirements and signage. These regulations apply to development in any zone.
  Part 5 – Specific Use Regulations provides additional regulations that apply to specific uses, regardless of what zone it’s in. For example, Home-Based Businesses are allowed in many zones, and there are regulations that apply to any Home-Based Business, regardless of the zone, to ensure the business does not negatively impact the residential character of the surrounding area.

Not sure what a ‘use’ means? All uses listed in the zone regulations have corresponding definitions in Part 3 – Definitions. This section also provides definitions for other terms commonly used throughout the bylaw.

Want to take a deeper dive? Have a look at Part 1 – Purpose, which identifies the purpose, enabling legislation, and interpretation of the bylaw, as well as procedures for amending the bylaw, and tools for enforcing the bylaw. Part 2 – Development Process describes the requirements for development permit applications, and the City processes for reviewing and deciding on development permit applications.