R3-MF zone in North Cowichan: Residential Medium Density Multi-Family
In short
Main uses: Multi-Family Residence.
Zone rules
| Main uses | Multi-Family Residence |
|---|---|
| Also allowed (secondary uses) |
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| Minimum lot width | 18.0 m (59.05') |
| Maximum lot coverage | 45%; accessory buildings and structures cannot exceed 10% of the lot |
| Maximum density | Minimum site area per dwelling unit 160 m² (1,722.23 sq. ft.); floor space ratio 0.5:1 |
| Maximum height | 10.0 m (32.81') |
| Maximum height, accessory buildings | 5.0 m (16.40') |
| Front setback | 5.0 m (16.40') |
| Rear setback | 7.5 m (24.61') |
| Interior side setback | 1.5 m (4.92') |
| Street side setback | 3.0 m (9.84') when adjacent to a lane or street |
| Accessory building setbacks | front 10.0 m (32.81'), side 1.5 m (4.92'), side adjacent to a lane or street 3.0 m (9.84'), rear 1.5 m (4.92') |
| Other rules |
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Source: Zoning Bylaw 1997, No. 2950 (consolidation current to September 14, 2026), s. 58.3 (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 The cover says the bylaw was consolidated by the Corporate Officer; the repealed zones CD3, CD5 and CD7 are not listed. Suffix a or b on a zone code (for example W2a) marks a sub-zone with additional uses (s. 44). 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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