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RTA32 zone in Whistler: Residential/Tourist Accommodation Thirty-Two

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

In short

Low density residential development and tourist accommodation.

Zone rules

PurposeLow density residential development and tourist accommodation.
Main uses
  • Duplex dwelling
  • Park and playground
Also allowed (secondary uses)Auxiliary buildings and auxiliary uses
Minimum lot area836 m²
Minimum lot width18.2 m (gross floor area 375 m² or less); 24 m (gross floor area greater than 375 m²)
Maximum lot coverage35%
Maximum density511 m² gross floor area or floor space ratio of 0.35, whichever is lower, per duplex dwelling; maximum 7 duplex dwellings in the zone
Maximum height7.6 m
Front setback7.5 m
Rear setback6 m
Interior side setback3 m (gross floor area 375 m² or less); 6 m (greater than 375 m²)
Other rulesDuplex dwellings may be used for temporary accommodation when not occupied for residential use

Source: Zoning and Parking Bylaw No. 303, 2015 (consolidation dated August 8, 2026), s. Part 12, item 57 (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 consolidation is printed by authority of the Corporate Officer under section 139 of the Community Charter. Zones marked deleted in the bylaw (RM8, RM32, RR3, TP1 to TP3, CR3, CR5, CR6, LNP, LNL) are not listed. 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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