West Vancouver could open about 1,133 lots to six-home buildings. The bylaw isn't law yet.
Bylaw 5446 got three readings on September 21, 2026. It still needs Ministry approval and a final adoption vote. If adopted:
- 3 homes on very small or very large lots (280 m² or less, 4,050 m² or more, or unserviced)
- 4 homes on most single-family and duplex lots (RS2 to RS5, RS10, RD1 and RD2)
- 6 homes in a new RG-4 zone near Marine Drive, with one home affordable
The proposed envelope:
- 0.65 FAR in single-family zones (0.70 under 641 m², 0.75 under 464.5 m²)
- 1.20 FAR on RG-4 sites at least 30 m wide; narrower RG-4 sites held to 0.60
- 8.0 m and 2 storeys plus basement; wide RG-4 sites get 10.67 m and 3 storeys
- No parking minimum in RG-4
On a 50 × 122 ft RS lot, that's 4 homes and 4,270 sf. On a 100 × 122 ft RG-4 lot, 6 homes and 14,640 sf.
Until adoption, the 2024 rules apply, and those brought multi-unit housing to only about 381 lots.
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Request a lot check →Summary of DWV Zoning Amendment Bylaw 5446 as given three readings on September 21, 2026. Not yet adopted. Not legal advice; confirm your lot with the District.
General information, checked Nov 1, 2026. Rules change and differ by municipality; confirm for your lot before relying on it. Not legal, tax or financial advice.