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RM-3 zone in Esquimalt: Multiple Family Residential

Esquimalt, British ColumbiaDraft, not yet reviewedBylaw read 2026-11-07

In short

Accommodate high density Townhouse or low density Apartment development.

Zone rules

PurposeAccommodate high density Townhouse or low density Apartment development.
Main uses
  • Townhouse Residential
  • Apartment Residential
  • Home Occupation
Maximum lot coverage25% for all buildings and structures combined; accessory buildings and structures combined 10%
Maximum densityFloor Area Ratio 0.60
Maximum height9 m
Maximum height, accessory buildings4 m
Front setback7.5 m
Rear setback7.5 m
Interior side setback4.5 m from interior side lot line
Street side setback3.6 m from exterior side lot line
Accessory building setbacksfront: not in front of the front face of the principal building; side: 1.5 m interior, 3.6 m exterior; rear: 1.5 m; at least 2.5 m from principal building
Other rulesUsable open space: at least 7.5% of the parcel area

Source: Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050 (consolidated for convenience to September 3, 2026), s. 43 (read 2026-11-07)

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 only; in case of discrepancy the original bylaw or amending bylaws must be consulted. Zone sections are in Part 5 (ss. 34 to 67); Comprehensive Development districts are s. 67.x. Abandoned, defeated and rescinded CD numbers are not listed. 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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