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R-2 zone in Rossland: Medium Density Residential

Rossland, British ColumbiaDraft, not yet reviewedBylaw read 2026-11-07

In short

Infill or new apartment developments of five or more dwelling units.

Zone rules

PurposeInfill or new apartment developments of five or more dwelling units.
Main uses
  • Multiple Unit Dwellings
  • Seniors Housing
  • Affordable Housing
Only the listed uses are permitted.
Also allowed (secondary uses)Accessory Buildings and Uses
Minimum lot area750 m²
Minimum lot width18 m
Maximum lot coverage60% buildings; 65% total surfaces
Maximum densityFloor area ratio 1.0; up to 1.5 with a density bonus if at least 20% of units are Affordable Housing
Maximum height13.0 m or 4 storeys, whichever is less
Maximum height, accessory buildings4.5 m
Front setback4.0 m
Rear setback4.0 m
Interior side setback3.0 m
Street side setback3.0 m

Source: Zoning Bylaw No. 2864, 2026 (consolidated to October 2026, including Bylaw 2872), s. 8.4 (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 City's consolidation is for convenience only and is not admissible in court unless certified by the Corporate Officer; the original bylaw prevails. Bylaw 2864 was adopted July 13, 2026 and replaced Zoning Bylaw 2518. The bylaw says zone locations are shown on the City's Interactive City Map; Schedule B zoning map PDF is civicweb document 54624. 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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