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RR7 zone in Highlands: Rural Residential 7

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

In short

Main uses: Residential.

Zone rules

Main usesResidential
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 area12 hectares (30 acres)If the Section 12.4.1 amenities are provided, up to 1 residential lot of at least 0.3 hectares (0.75 acres).
Maximum densityTwo principal dwelling units per lot
Maximum height10.5 m
Maximum height, accessory buildings6 m
Front setback7.5 m
Rear setback10 m
Interior side setback3 m
Street side setback7.5 m
Other rules
  • Principal dwelling unit: maximum floor area 150 m²
  • Accessory buildings: maximum total floor area 30 m²

Source: Zoning Bylaw No. 100, 1998 (consolidated to June 15, 2026, including Bylaw 484), s. 6.7 (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. 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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