W1 zone in Nanaimo: Waterfront
Public access to the waterfront and enjoyment of the City's marine environment
Zone rules
| Purpose | Public access to the waterfront and enjoyment of the City's marine environment |
|---|---|
| Main uses |
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| Maximum lot coverage | 20% |
| Maximum density | No residential units permitted |
| Maximum height | 4.5 m |
| Front setback | 4.5 m |
| Rear setback | 4 m |
| Street side setback | 1.5 m |
| Other rules | Canoe and kayak rental buildings are limited to 70 m² Gross Floor Area |
Source: Zoning Bylaw No. 4500 (consolidated 2026-MAR-23), s. Part 15 (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. The bylaw is organised by part (one part per zone family, with shared use and regulation tables), so zone line ranges cover the whole part. CD3 is deleted in the bylaw. Zones R1a and R1b are subzones of R1 (R1 / R1a / R1b). 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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