---
title: "R-1 zone in Squamish: RESIDENTIAL 1"
place: Squamish, British Columbia, Canada
place_path: ca/bc/squamish
zone: R-1
bylaw: Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, consolidated September 2026
bylaw_read: 2026-11-09
review: draft
canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/zoning/r-1/"
json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/zoning/r-1.json"
---

# R-1 zone in Squamish: RESIDENTIAL 1

The intent of this zone is to accommodate a variety of small-scale housing options.

## Zone rules

- **Purpose:** The intent of this zone is to accommodate a variety of small-scale housing options.
- **Also allowed (secondary uses):** Accessory uses; Accessory dwelling unit, subject to Section 4.38; Child care facility, residential, subject to Section 4.18; Home occupation, subject to Section 4.18; Multi-unit flex unit, subject to Section 4.39; Secondary suite, subject to Section 4.5; Short-term rental accommodation, subject to Section 4.46; Convenience store, subject to Section 6A.14

## Source

- [Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, consolidated September 2026, s. Section 6A](https://squamish.civicweb.net/document/269651#page=92) (read 2026-11-09)

Rules in the bylaw's general sections (parking, fences, suites, home businesses) also apply. All zones in Squamish: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/zoning/index.json

_Draft: taken from the bylaw text by a research agent and not yet reviewed by a person. Gov Handbook is an independent guide. Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/zoning/r-1/_