RR4 zone in Highlands: Rural Residential 4

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

In short

Main uses: Residential, Agriculture.

Zone rules

Main uses	Residential Agriculture
Also allowed (secondary uses)	Home-based business Accessory uses, buildings and structures Accessory dwelling unit (one per lot, if the owner grants a covenant against subdividing it from the principal unit)
Minimum lot area	12 hectares (30 acres)If the Section 12.1 amenities are provided, up to 59 residential lots, none under 1.25 hectares (3 acres).
Maximum density	One principal dwelling unit per lot
Maximum height	9 m
Maximum height, accessory buildings	6 m
Front setback	20 m
Rear setback	10 m
Interior side setback	10 m
Street side setback	10 m
Other rules	Principal dwelling unit: maximum floor area 420 m² Accessory buildings: maximum total floor area 275 m², and no single accessory building over 100 m²

Source: Zoning Bylaw No. 100, 1998 (consolidated to June 15, 2026, including Bylaw 484), s. 6.4 (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 "for convenience purpose only: It is not a certified copy". 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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