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RM zone in Barriere: Residential Multi-Family

Barriere, British ColumbiaDraft, not yet reviewedBylaw read 2026-11-08

In short

Permit multi-family dwellings in areas with community water and wastewater systems, for an integrated mix of housing types.

Zone rules

PurposePermit multi-family dwellings in areas with community water and wastewater systems, for an integrated mix of housing types.
Main uses
  • Multi-family Dwelling Unit(s)
  • Townhomes
  • Single Detached Dwellings
Also allowed (secondary uses)Accessory buildings
Minimum lot area1,000 m²
Maximum height12 m (multi-family dwelling or townhome)
Maximum height, accessory buildings5 m
Front setback6 m
Rear setback6 m (1.5 m for accessory buildings)
Interior side setback6 m
Street side setback4.5 m for accessory structures where the side lot line abuts a highway
Accessory building setbacksside 1.5 m (4.5 m where the side lot line abuts a highway), rear 1.5 m
Other rules
  • Multi-family buildings on the same lot must be at least 6 m apart, with safe pedestrian access
  • New development must be serviced by community water and wastewater systems
  • Amenity open space of at least 20 m² per dwelling unit is required
  • Parking is not permitted within the required front setback

Source: Zoning Bylaw No. 111 (consolidated July 2025 through Amendment Bylaws 127 to 258, with map), s. Division 7 (read 2026-11-08)

Rules in the bylaw's general sections (parking, fences, suites, home businesses) also apply, and a lot can have site-specific rules. Consolidated for convenience purposes only; the District asks readers to check with the District for the most current information. Zone map is Schedule A. Zone pages are taken from the bylaw text by a research agent and have not yet been reviewed by a person: confirm with the bylaw before you rely on them. How answers are checked.

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