Trail zoning: find your zone and what it allows

How do I find out how my property is zoned and what I can build on it?

Trail, British ColumbiaChecked against official textSources read 2026-11-06

How it works

The City of Trail assigns every property a zone under Zoning Bylaw No. 2503. Each zone sets permitted uses, building size and height, setbacks, lot coverage and density, and parking and access. The bylaw also covers accessory uses such as suites and home-based businesses.

The bylaw says the official Zone Map is kept at City Hall in the Corporate Administrator's office.

Steps

1. Search your address on the RDKB Interactive Map (mapping.rdkb.com), which shows zoning and property information. You can also view the zoning maps and bylaw on the City's Zoning Bylaw page.
2. Read your zone's section in the Zoning Bylaw.
3. For a written answer, email Development Services at Planning@Trail.ca with your address or legal description and your questions.

Good to know

• The City can also give your Official Community Plan designation, Development Permit Area requirements, servicing information and building permit history. Title, easements and ownership come from the Land Title and Survey Authority or BC Assessment.
• The City encourages a pre-application meeting before any application.
• The Building Permits page gives 250-364-0820 for the Manager of Planning and Climate Action; the staff directory gives 250-364-0864. Confirm which to use.