R-2 zone in Elkford: Two-Unit Residential
In short
Main uses: Single-Unit Dwelling, Two-Unit Dwelling.
Zone rules
| Main uses |
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| Also allowed (secondary uses) |
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| Minimum lot area | Single-unit dwelling: 465 m² (single parcel), 560 m² (corner parcel). Two-unit dwelling: 700 m² (single parcel), 790 m² (corner parcel). Two-unit dwelling with one zero side yard and party wall: 372 m² (single parcel), 560 m² (corner parcel) |
| Minimum lot width | 23 m (single parcel); 26 m (corner parcel) |
| Maximum lot coverage | 40% |
| Maximum density | 1 single-unit or two-unit dwelling per parcel; 2 dwelling units per parcel |
| Maximum height | 10.5 m |
| Maximum height, accessory buildings | 6 m or 1 storey, whichever is less |
| Front setback | 7.5 m |
| Rear setback | 4.5 m (single-unit or two-unit dwelling) |
| Interior side setback | 1.2 m (0 m when separated by a party wall) |
| Street side setback | 4.5 m |
| Accessory building setbacks | rear 1.2 m |
| Other rules |
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Source: Zoning Bylaw No. 737, 2013 (consolidation last updated May 29, 2026), s. 4.5 (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. The District's consolidation is provided for convenience only; it is not the original bylaw and is not admissible in court. 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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