Highlands zoning: find your zone and what it allows

How do I find out how my property is zoned and what I can build on it in Highlands?

Highlands, British ColumbiaChecked against official textSources read 2026-11-08

How it works

The District's Maps page has an Address/Zoning Map (a PDF titled "Zoning Designations (Consolidated Schedule A to Bylaw No. 100, 1998)") and a link to the CRD Regional Map Viewer. The Zoning Map is Schedule A of the Highlands Zoning Bylaw No. 100, which is consolidated to June 15, 2026 and includes Bylaw 484. The District's page has no address search.

Each zone sets permitted uses, residential density (for example one principal dwelling and one accessory dwelling per lot), building heights, setbacks, floor areas and subdivision lot sizes. For example, in RR1 the principal dwelling may be up to 10.5 m high and buildings must be 7.5 m from the front lot line. Other zones have different numbers. Section 3 has general rules on fences, home-based business, parking and accessory dwelling units.

Steps

1. Open the Address/Zoning Map on the Maps page and find your property.
2. Open the Zoning Bylaw and read your zone's section, plus section 3.
3. Check for development permit areas and other rules that may also apply.
4. If unsure, call or email the Municipal Planner to confirm your zoning.

Good to know

• The consolidated bylaw is for convenience and is not a certified copy.
• An older fee bylaw (a 2013 consolidation) lists a written reply on zoning and OCP designation at $42; this may be out of date, so ask the Planner.