Bill 44 - Residential Zoning Changes
To address the housing supply crisis and improve housing affordability and availability across the province, the BC Government had all municipalities over 5,000 population revise their zoning bylaws in 2024.The intent of the changes is to increase the supply of housing across BC, and improve the ability to provide more diverse and attainable housing.
As per Bill 44, Section 481.3 of the Local Government Act, the City of Terrace's revised Zoning Bylaw permits up to four (4) dwelling units on most low-density residential parcels.
In the City's revised Zoning Bylaw, we replaced R1-A (single-detached residential), R1 (single-detachedContinue reading
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Check out the Guide to Developing Small Scale Multi-Family Housing
- To learn more about the City of Terrace Zoning Bylaw changes
- To see if your property is now zoned R1 - Low Density Residential
- To understand what's permitted in the new R1 zone
- For examples of housing options permitted on R1 properties
- For R1 zone design recommendations
There is significant potential for small-scale multi-family housing to enhance our community and contribute to the revitalization of our neighbourhoods. These housing types can enable a more diverse range of housing options in our neighbourhoods that help them become more inclusive, resilient, and affordable.
This guide will be especially useful for property owners interested in developing their properties with the new zoning changes in mind.
