HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-05-14 Council Workshop Agenda and Reports.pdf1.CALL TO ORDER
1.1 Territory Acknowledgement
The City of Maple Ridge carries out its business on the traditional and
unceded territories of the Katzie (q̓ic̓әy̓) First Nation and the Kwantlen
(qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼәn̓) First Nation.
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
3.MINUTES
3.1 Adoption of Minutes – April 23, 2024
4.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL
5.UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
5.1 Small Scale Multi Unit Housing (SSMUH) Update and Policy Manual Considerations
To provide Council with an update on the implementation of the Provincial housing
legislation, an overview of the Policy Manual considerations and to outline
timelines associated with implementation.
6.CORRESPONDENCE
7.BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST / QUESTIONS FROM
COUNCIL
8.MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
9.NOTICE OF CLOSED MEETING
9.1 The meeting will be closed to the public pursuant to Sections 90(1) and 90(2) of
the Community Charter as the subject matter being considered is related to the
following:
• Section 90(1)(c) – labour relations or other employee relations;
• Section 90(1)(e) – the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or
improvements, if the council considers that disclosure could reasonably be
expected to harm the interests of the municipality;
• Section 90(1)(j) – information that is prohibited, or information that if it were
presented in a document would be prohibited, from disclosure under section 21 of
the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act;
• Section 90(1)(k) – negotiations and related discussions respecting the
proposed provision of a municipal service that are at their preliminary stages and
that, in the view of the council, could reasonably be expected to harm the interests
of the municipality if they were held in public;
• Section 90(1)(l) – discussions with municipal officers and employees
respecting municipal objectives, measures and progress reports for the purposes
of preparing an annual report under section 98 [annual municipal report];
• Section 90(2)(b) – the consideration of information received and held in
confidence relating to negotiations between the municipality and a provincial
government or the federal government or both, or between a provincial government
or the federal government or both and a third party;
Any other matter that may be brought before the Council that meets the
requirements for a meeting closed to the public pursuant to Sections 90(1) and
90(2) of the Community Charter or Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act.
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The purpose of the Council Workshop is to review and discuss policies and other items of interest to Council. Although resolutions may be passed at this meeting, the intent is to make a consensus decision to send an item to Council for debate and vote or refer the item back to staff for more information or clarification.
The meeting is live streamed and recorded by the City of Maple Ridge
City of Maple RidgeCOUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDAMay 14, 202411:00 AMVirtual Online Meeting including Council ChambersThe purpose of the Council Workshop is to review and discuss policies and other items of interest toCouncil. Although resolutions may be passed at this meeting, the intent is to make a consensus decisionto send an item to Council for debate and vote or refer the item back to staff for more information orclarification. The meeting is live streamed and recorded by the City of Maple Ridge1.CALL TO ORDER1.1 Territory AcknowledgementThe City of Maple Ridge carries out its business on the traditional andunceded territories of the Katzie (q̓ic̓әy̓) First Nation and the Kwantlen(qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼәn̓) First Nation.2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA3.MINUTES3.1 Adoption of Minutes – April 23, 20244.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL5.UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS5.1 Small Scale Mulit Unit Housing (SSMUH) Update and Policy ManualConsiderationsTo provide Council with an update on the implementation of the Provincial housinglegislation, an overview of the Policy Manual considerations and outline timelines
associated with implementation.
6.CORRESPONDENCE
7.BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST / QUESTIONS FROM
COUNCIL
8.MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
9.NOTICE OF CLOSED MEETING
9.1 The meeting will be closed to the public pursuant to Sections 90(1) and 90(2) of
the Community Charter as the subject matter being considered is related to the
following:
• Section 90(1)(c) – labour relations or other employee relations;
• Section 90(1)(e) – the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or
improvements, if the council considers that disclosure could reasonably be
expected to harm the interests of the municipality;
• Section 90(1)(j) – information that is prohibited, or information that if it were
presented in a document would be prohibited, from disclosure under section 21 of
the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act;
• Section 90(1)(k) – negotiations and related discussions respecting the
proposed provision of a municipal service that are at their preliminary stages and
that, in the view of the council, could reasonably be expected to harm the interests
of the municipality if they were held in public;
• Section 90(1)(l) – discussions with municipal officers and employees
respecting municipal objectives, measures and progress reports for the purposes
of preparing an annual report under section 98 [annual municipal report];
• Section 90(2)(b) – the consideration of information received and held in
confidence relating to negotiations between the municipality and a provincial
government or the federal government or both, or between a provincial government
or the federal government or both and a third party;
Any other matter that may be brought before the Council that meets the
requirements for a meeting closed to the public pursuant to Sections 90(1) and
90(2) of the Community Charter or Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act.
10.ADJOURNMENT
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CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
COUNCIL WORKSHOP MINUTES
APRIL 23, 2024
The Minutes of the Council Workshop Meeting held virtually and hosted in the Blaney Room on April 23, 2024 at 11:00 am at City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia for the purpose of transacting regular City business. PRESENT Elected Officials Mayor D. Ruimy Councillor K. Carreras Councillor O. Dozie (Virtual) Councillor S. Schiller Councillor J. Tan (Virtual) Councillor A. Yousef (Virtual) ABSENT Councillor J. Dueck
Appointed Staff S. Hartman, Chief Administrative Officer C. Mushata, Corporate Officer, Director of Legislative Services Other Staff as Required M. Best, Interim Director of Planning C. Bevacqua, Clerk 3 A. Grochowich, Manager of Community Planning J. Khaira, Manager of Engineering Design & Construction Z. Lifshiz, Director, Strategic Development, Communications and Public Engagement M. McMullen, Manager of Development & Environmental Planning D. Samson, Interim Fire Chief T. Thompson, Director of Finance T. Westover, Director, Economic Development Note: These Minutes and a video of the meeting are posted on the City’s Web Site at https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portal Note: Councillor Dozie, Councillor Tan and Councillor Yousef joined the meeting virtually. 1. CALL TO ORDER – 11:00 am 1.1 Territorial Acknowledgement The Mayor provided the territory acknowledgement. 2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 2.1 Approval of Agenda R/2024-WS-015 Moved and seconded THAT the agenda of the April 9,2024, Council Workshop Meeting be approved as circulated. CARRIED
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3. MINUTES 3.1 Minutes R/2024-WS-016 Moved and seconded That the minutes of the Council Workshop Meeting of April 9, 2024, be adopted. CARRIED 4. PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL - Nil 5. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS 5.1 Accessibility and Inclusiveness Strategy Staff report dated April 23, 2024, Review of the draft road map setting out key strategies to strengthen City’s response to housing issues, alignment with new provincial requirements around land use, and support municipal innovation in tackling the housing crisis. For information, discussion and Council feedback. The Manager of Community Planning introduced consultants Matt Thomson from Urban Matters and Jack DeSante from Urban Systems who gave a presentation and answered questions of Council. 5.2 Use of Council Chambers Policy Staff report dated April 23, 2024 for Council consideration of Use of Council Chambers Policy No. 3.19 The Director of Legislative Service and the Chief Administrative Officer answered questions of Council. R/2024-WS-017 Moved and seconded That Council endorse the Use of Council Chambers Policy No. 3.19. 6. CORRESPONDENCE – Nil 7. BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST/QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL – Nil 8. MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT – Nil
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9. ADJOURNMENT – 12:38 pm ______________________________________ D. Ruimy, Mayor ___________________________________ C. Mushata, Corporate Officer
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TO:
FROM:
His Worship Mayor Dan Ruimy
and Members of Council
Chief Administrative Officer
MEETING DATE:
FILE NO:
MEETING:
May 14, 2024
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Workshop
SUBJECT: Small Scale Multi Unit Housing (SSMUH) Update and Policy Manual Considerations
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The province adopted new legislation as part of the Homes for People Action Plan that has the potential of
increasing housing units and diversifying housing types in single-detached neighbourhoods, as well as near
transit hubs. The purpose of this report and accompanying presentation are to provide Council with an
update on the implementation of the Provincial housing legislation, an overview of the Policy Manual
Considerations for Council comment and discussion, and outline timelines associated with implementation.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. That staff prepare amendments to the Zoning Bylaw to enable Small Scale Multi Unit
Housing to an upcoming Committee of the Whole meeting; and
2. That staff prepare amendments to the Zoning Bylaw to remove the Temporary Residential
Use.
1.0 BACKGROUND:
In the fall of 2023, the BC government passed Bill 44: Housing Statues (Residential Development) Amendment
Act, 2023, which amends the Local Government Act to support the supply of significantly more homes, faster,
in BC. The amendments require local governments to update their zoning bylaws to allow secondary suites
or detached additional dwelling units in single-family zones province-wide and three to six units of Small-
Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) on single-detached or duplex residential lots, depending on their
locations.
1.1 Small Scale Multi Unit Housing
Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) generally refers to a range of buildings and dwelling unit
configurations. They can include, but are not limited to: secondary suites in single-detached dwellings;
detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs), like detached garden suites; duplexes (side-by-side or up/down);
triplexes and four-plexes; and townhomes.
The purpose and general intent of the Bill 44 legislation is to enable up to four or six units on single-
detached and duplex-zoned lots. The size of the parcel and proximity to frequent transit services informs
the possible number of units allowed. Please see Appendix A for a Glossary of Key Terms.
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1.2 Lands broadly covered by Bill 44
Bill 44 applies to residential lands within the Metro Vancouver Urban Containment Boundary, which are
zoned single detached or duplex. Bill 44 does not apply to lands if not connected to a water or sewer system,
subject to certain heritage projections, within a transit-oriented area subject to Bill 47 or are larger than 1
acre (4050 m2). Please see Appendix B for a broad map of the lands covered by Bill 44, and Appendix C for
the lands understood to fall within a Prescribed Bus Stop.
2.0 DISCUSSION:
With Bill 44, local governments are required to put in place zoning bylaws, or bring forward zone amending
bylaws, that enable Small Scale Multi Unit Housing (SSMUH) and that do not impede or unreasonably
restrict SSMUH projects. As part of the Bill 44 implementation, the Province published a Provincial Policy
Manual & Site Standards (Policy Manual) document that identifies factors that local governments must
consider when updating or bringing forward amendments to their zoning bylaws.
2.1 Policy Manual Parameters
Appendix D outlines the parameters, provides the Provincial guidance, compares that with the cu rrent City
of Maple Ridge stance, and sets out the rational for the recommendations summarized below:
Parameter Recommended change to Zoning Bylaw to align with Bill 44
Number of Units Per Lot -Outside Non-ALR: Up to 3 dwelling units
of Containment Boundary
Number of Units Per Lot -Within Single Detached Zones:
Urban Containment Boundary • Up to 3 on to lots < 280m2
• Up 4 on lots between 281 m2 and 4050m2
• Up to 6 on lots within 400m of a Prescribed Bus Station
Duplex Zone:
• Up to 3 on to lots < 280m2
• Up 4 on lots between 281 m2 and 4050m2
• Up to 6 on lots within 400m of a Prescribed Bus Station
Types of Dwelling Units Outright:
• Single Detached Home with Secondary Suite and
Detached Garden Suite
• Duplex
• Triplex
• Fourplex
• Courtyard Development (limited to 4 or 6 units)
• Townhouse Development (limited to 4 or 6 units)
Through re-zoning with or without land assembly:
• Courtyard Development
(up to 8 units)
• Townhouse Development
Size of Dwelling Units No proposed changes
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2.2 Policy Manual Site Standards
Appendix E outlines the zoning and site standards, provides the Provincial guidance, compares that with
the current City of Maple Ridge stance, and sets out the rational for the recommendations summarized
below:
Standard
Size of New Lot Through
Subdivision
Setback Requirements
Recommended change to Bylaws to align with Bill 44
Minimum Lot area of 450m2
in line with existing R-4 Single Detached (Infill) Urban Residential
Zone
• Lots up to 280m2 that allow up to 3 dwelling units:
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 5.5 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal
Dwelling; and 1.5 meter for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
■ Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.2 meters
■ Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 2 meters for
Principal Dwellings; 2 meters for ADUs
• Lots between 281 m2 and 800m2 that allow up to 4 dwelling units
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 5.5 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal
Dwelling; and 1.5 meter for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
■ Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.2 meters
■ Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 2 meters for
Principal Dwellings; 2 meters for ADUs
• Lots over 800m2 that allow up to 4 dwelling units
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 5.5 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal
Dwelling; and 1.5 meters for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
■ Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.5 meters
for Principal Dwellings; 1.2 meters for ADUs
■ Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 3 meters for
Principal Dwellings; 3 meters for ADUs
• Lots that allow for 6 units
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 5.5 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal
Dwelling; and 1 meter for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
■ Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.5
meters for Principal Dwellings; 1.2 meters
for ADUs
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Height & Coverage Requirements
Parking Requirements
2.3 Other Considerations
■ Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 3
meters for Principal Dwellings; 3 meters
for ADUs
• Lots up to 280m2 that allow up to 3 dwelling units:
o Height: maximum of 9.5 meters to the mid-point; 3
storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 50%
o Permeable Landscaping: 50%
• Lots between 281 m2 and 800m2 that allow up to 4 dwelling units
o Height: maximum of 9.5 meters to the mid-point; 3
storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 50%
o Permeable Landscaping: 50%
• Lots over 800m2 that allow up to 4 dwelling units
o Height: maximum of 9.5 meters to the mid-point; 3
storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 50%
o Permeable Landscaping: 50%
• Lots that allow for 6 units
o Height: maximum of 9.5 meters to the mid-point; 3
storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 60%
o Permeable Landscapinq: 40%
• remove any parking requirement for SSMUH developments
within 400m of a Prescribed Bus Station.
• For the lots outside of 400m of a Prescribed Bus Station,
parking minimum reduced to 1.5 spaces per unit until the
construction and operation of the BRT line is complete.
• Where possible, in areas not well serviced by transit, staff
will continue to encourage developments to provide up to
two off-street parking spaces until the BRT line is complete
and/or local service is improved, however this will be
voluntary by the applicant.
A number of considerations form land use planning and that enable housing throughout our community,
some of which are summarized below with the proposed direction:
Development Permits: The Provincial Policy Manual stipulates that local governments are not to inhibit
the development of SSMUH forms of housing. The City currently requires a design covenant for duplexes
and a Ground-Oriented Residential Infill Development Permit for triplex, fourplex, courtyard development.
It is proposed that the Development Permit continued to be used for Fourplexes and encouraged on a
voluntary basis for other forms of SSMUH.
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Variance Permits: These types of permits allow a property owner to construct a building or structure that
slightly does not meet one or more of the Zoning Bylaw's regulations. Small Scale Multi Unit Housing forms
will be able to apply for such permits.
Private Outdoor Space: The Provincial Policy Manual does not stipulate that SSMUH forms of housing
have access to private outdoor space. It is proposed that SSMUH forms of housing will be required to
provide outdoor space that is private to each dwelling unit.
Stratification: It is not recommended to impose any restriction on the stratification of SSMUH units, outside
what is restricted by the Strata Property Act. At this time, it is not possible to stratify a Secondary Suite or
Detached Garden Unit. However a Duplex, Triplex or Fourplex could be stratified.
Street Frontage Upgrades: It is anticipated that SSMUH forms of housing will align with the current Single
Detached Standard for street frontage upgrades. that they would be exempt from off-site frontage
improvements except where infrastructure is required to support the building permit application (ie.
Extension of a utility ma in to un -serviced sites). An amendment to the City's Subdivision & Development
Servicing Bylaw will be required to implement this approach.
3.0 POLICY IMPLICATIONS
Several key policy discussions have arisen from the implementation of this legislation, including:
Temporary Residential Units: The Zoning Bylaw currently allows for a Temporary Residential Unit (TRU) in
many zones. This use is intended for the temporary accommodation of a relative of the registered owner.
This term was brought into use during the early days of conversation regarding allowing Secondary Suites
in 1999. Since then, this use has often been used in place of a Secondary Suite for some of the smaller zones
and requires a covenant.
With the introduction of Bill 44, it is recommended to remove the Temporary Residential Unit use from the
Zoning Bylaw, as Secondary Suites and Detached Garden Suites will now be permitted in all single detached
residential units in the City as required by the Province.
Bill 16: On April 3, 2024, the provincial government gave first reading to Bill 76 -Housing Statutes
(Residential Development) Amendment Act. This bill proposed to enable the dedication and construction of
adjacent roads (up to centerline of roadway) and other amenities as conditions of building permits as well
as enable inclusionary zoning, Counc il adoption of tenant protection bylaws, and amend the density bonus
framework. As Bill 16 received Royal Ascent on April 25, 2024, staff are reviewing the legislation and
associated operational amendments necessary to facilitate requiring road dedication through the building
permit process.
4.0 TIMELINE & NEXT STEPS:
Bills 44 results in historic changes to the Planning framework in British Columbia, and result in a very
ambitious implementation schedule for local governments. Some key dates are as follows:
June 1, 2024
June 30, 2024
January 1, 2025
December 31, 2025
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Submission of extension applications due, if applicable.
Zoning Bylaw Amendments related to Small-Scale Multi-Unit housing to be
adopted and Transit Oriented Demand Areas (TOA) designated.
Interim Housing Needs Report to be adopted.
First review and update of Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw to align
with interim Housing Needs Report
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In-Stream Files & Development Applications: It is anticipated that in-stream building permits and
development application files will continue through the pre-Bill 44 process. The original single detached
residential and duplex zones will become legacied through the zoning bylaw. It is proposed to legacy any
formal Land Use Inquiry, pre-application meeting, or development application (subdivision and rezoning)
received and processed by June 30, 2024.
New Inquiries & Applications: Following Council consideration of the SSMUH Policy Manual
Considerations, staff will be able to provide initial guidance on SSMUH forms of housing, however
applications will not be received until July 2, 2024. This is to ensure that the operational amendments,
training, and resources have been developed and are prepared for applicant consumption.
One Year Review and Housekeeping Amendments: The implementation of SSMUH will be monitored
and revisited, as necessary, through the Zoning Bylaw Review process and other housekeeping
amendments. It is also recognized that the BC Building Code is regularly updated, which may have siting
and design implications or require further amendments.
5.0 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT:
The proposed legislative changes introduced by Bill 44 align with the strategic objectives outlined in
two of the five pillars of the 2023-2026 City of Maple Ridge Strategic Plan:
The "Liveable Community" pillar as the bylaw will streamline and accelerate the development review in
order to approve new housing supply quicker.
The "Governance & Corporate Excellence" pillar as the bylaw will assist in delivering exceptional
customer experience across City's development services.
CONCLUSION:
Bill 44 introduces significant changes with wide-ranging implications for land use planning in Maple Ridge.
This report provides an update on the implementation of the Provincial housing legislation and provides an
overview of the Policy Manual Considerations for Council comment and discussion.
Prepared by:
a
Amanda Grochowich, MCIP, RPP
Manager of Community Planning
Approved by: Marlene Best, RPP, MBA
Interim Director of Planning
Concurrence:
Chief Administrative Officer
Attachments:
Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: Lands impacted by Bill 44
Appendix C: Lands within 400m of a Prescribed Bus Stop
Appendix D: Policy Manual Parameters
Appendix E: Policy Manual Site Standards
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APPENDIX A
Appendix A -Glossary of Key Terms
Accessory Dwelling Unit
Courtyard Residential
Detached Garden Suite
Dwelling Unit
Front Setback
Height
Lot Coverage
Prescribed Bus Stop
In the Provincial Policy Manual, it is generally considered to mean
a building, or part of a building, that
(a) is a self-contained residential accommodation unit, and
(b) has cooking, sleeping and bathroom facilities, and
(c) is secondary to a primary dwelling unit located on the same
property.
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means a Residential Use where a
group of not more than eight (8) Dwelling Units may be separately
detached or adjoined within two (2) or more Buildings which are
arranged around a shared open space.
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means a Residential Use within a self-
contained Dwelling Unit, Accessory to, subordinate and detached
from a Single Detached Residential Use.
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means the Residential Use of one or
more rooms for only one Household where such room or rooms
contain or provide for the installation of only one set of Cooking
Facilities.
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means the Setback, as designated
elsewhere in this Bylaw, between the Front Lot Line and a parallel
line which intersects the side Lot Lines.
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means the vertical dimension
measured from the Finished Grade.
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means the area of a Lot covered by
Principal Buildings and Principal Structures and Accessory
Buildings and Accessory Structures as measured from the
outermost walls and/or supporting posts, and expressed as a
percentage of the Lot Area. Includes, but is not limited to,
Breezeway, carport, covered deck, shed, and Portable Storage
Shelter, but excludes eaves, roof overhang, pool, uncovered deck,
porch, patio and unEnclosed balcony
In the Provincial Policy Manual, is determined transit frequency
and timing and is considered to be a prescribed bus stop if it is
served by at least one bus route that is scheduled to stop at least
every 15 minutes, on average, between the hours of:
(a) 7 am and 7 pm, Monday to Friday, and
(b) 10 am and 6 pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
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Private Outdoor Area
Rear Setback
Small Scale Multi Unit Housing
Secondary Su ite
Side Setback
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means a Use providing an outdoor
area adjacent to and accessible from a Habitable Room within a
Dwelling Unit. Includes, but is not limited to a deck, porch, balcony
or patio.
Excludes areas used for Off-Street Pa rking, Off-Street Loading, and
service driveways; areas with slopes greater than 5%; and any areas
subject to a Section 219 Restrictive Covenant, unless otherwise
Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019 Part 2 -Page 21
Interpretations and Definitions permitted in this Bylaw. Private
Outdoor Area(s) may form part of the Common Open Area
requirements.
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means the Setback, as designated
elsewhere in this Bylaw, between the Rear Lot Line and a parallel
line which intersects the Side Lot Lines.
According to the Provincial Policy Manual, it refers to a range of
buildings and dwelling unit configurations that can provide more
affordable and attainable housing for middle □income families.
Examples of SSMUH include, but are not limited to:
• secondary suites in single-family dwellings;
• detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs), like garden suites
or laneway homes;
• duplexes (side-by-side or up/down);
• triplexes and house-plexes; and
• townhomes
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means a Residential Use Accessory to
a Single Detached Residential Use, and is limited to one Dwelling
Unit contained within the same Building as the Single Detached
Residential Use.
In the Provincial Policy Manual, it is generally considered to mean
an accessory dwelling unit that is located in and forms part of a
primary dwelling unit.
In the City's Zoning Bylaw, it means the Setback, as designated
elsewhere in this Bylaw, between an Exterior Side Lot Line or
Interior Side Lot Line and a parallel line which intersects the Front
Lot Lines and Rear Lot Lines.
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APPEND IX D
Appendix D -Policy Manual Parameters
1. Number of Units Per Lot -Outside of Urban Containment Boundary
Provincial Guidance
Per the provincial legislation and regulation, it is now required that the City of Maple Ridge permit:
• Up to two units on single detached zones lots that are connected to sewer and water
Maple Ridge Today
Under the Zoning Bylaw today, most single detached residential zones permitted outside the Urban
Containment Boundary allow for two dwelling units in the form of a Principal Dwelling Unit in conjunction
with a Secondary Suite or Detached Garden Suite.
Lots within the Agricultural Land Reserve, since September 2023, allow for both a Secondary Suite and
Detached Garden Suite on the same lot. These lots may have single detached residential or agricultural
zoning.
Recommended Next Steps
Going forward, all single detached zones permitted outside the Urban Containment Boundary (for example,
RS-2 Single Detached Suburban Residential and RS-3 Single Detached Rural Residential) will be permitted
to allow a Secondary Suite and a Detached Garden Suite on the same lot. This would bring all residential
zoning outside of the Urban Containment Boundary into alignment. It is anticipated that these dwelling
units will be able to be serviced through the processes and standards in place today.
2. Number of Units Per Lot -Within Urban Containment Boundary
Provincial Guidance
Per the provincial legislation and regulation, it is now required that the City of Maple Ridge permit:
• Up to three units on single detached or duplex zoned lots that are under 280m2.
• Up to four units on single detached or duplex zoned lots that are between 280m2 and 4050m2.
• Up to six units on single detached or duplex zoned lots that are between 280m2 and 4050m2 and
within 400 metres of a Prescribed Bus Stop
Maple Ridge Today
Under the Zoning Bylaw today, most single detached residential zones within the Urban Containment
Boundary allow for up to two dwelling units in the form of a Principal Dwelling Unit in conjunction with a
Secondary Suite or Detached Garden Suite. However, some of the smaller zones (for example, R-3 Single
Detached (Intensive) Urban Residential and R-2 Single Detached (Medium Density) Urban Residential) do
not currently allow for a Secondary Suite or Detached Garden Suite.
Since 2019, the Zoning Bylaw allows for triplex, fourplex and courtyard forms of development on mid-sized
infill residential lots. As the City has been experiencing a growing interest in these housing forms, it is
anticipated the lessons and design guidelines created for this zone will be used as a baseline for the future
SSMUH housing forms.
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Recommended Next Steps
Going forward, it is proposed that all single detached zones will be permitted to allow a Secondary Suite
and a Detached Garden Suite. This would bring all residential zoning into alignment in relation to accessory
dwelling units and align with the Province's objectives.
In order to allow 'multi-plex' forms of development, all single detached and duplex zones will need to be
amended to allow the triplex and fourplex housing forms. It is proposed that a zone amending bylaw will
be brought forward that enables these housing forms on all residential lots over, providing the housing can
be constructed in alignment with the proposed siting requirements and in accordance with the B.C. Building
Code.
Similarly, for lots within 400m of the Prescribed Bus Stops, up to 6 units will need to be permitted. It is
understood that as service levels increase, the number and location of stops that are considered 'Prescribed
Bus Stops' may change. When a Prescribed Bus Stop overlaps with a Transit Oriented Demand Area (TOA),
the TOA densities will take precedence.
For those seeking more than 6 units within the 400 m of the Prescribed Bus Station or more than 4 units for
lots more than 400m from a Prescribed Bus Stop, the ability to re-zone to the RT-2 zone (Courtyard Option)
will remain. Similarly for those seeking more than 8 units, or have a larger land assembly, re-zoning to the
RM-1 Townhouse Residential also remains as a viable option, subject to associated land use designations
and siting requirements.
As the City is currently reviewing the Zoning Bylaw more comprehensively, the zone amending bylaws
enacting SSMUH is not intended to remove or withdraw any historic or underused residential zones. This
work will be done holistically through the Zoning Bylaw Review process.
3. Types of Dwelling Unites
Provincial Guidance
Per the provincial legislation and regulation, the requirement is to permit up to three, four or six dwelling
units, depending on the circumstances. The legislation and Policy Manual are not prescriptive on the types
or forms of these dwelling units. The Province is looking for local governments to be flexible in terms of
permitting a range of combinations and configurations of units. Local governments are able to be
prescriptive as to the types of units allowed under SSMUH.
Maple Ridge Today
As outlined above, the Zoning Bylaw currently allows a diverse range of housing or dwelling units -the
traditional single detached home, with or without a Secondary Suite or Detached Garden Suite, as well as
Duplexes, Triplexes, and Courtyard Forms of Development.
Recommended Next Steps
Going forward, it is anticipated that the housing diversity contained within the Zoning Bylaw be
consolidated and allowed on the single detached and duplex zoned lots. This would enable flexibility and
housing diversity.
The housing forms would not be prescriptive but simply required to align with the BC Building Code. As the
BC Building Code is updated, additional forms or shapes may be permitted. For example, under the BC
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Building Code today, there can be challenges with allowing Secondary Suites in a Top / Down Duplex
whereas it is possible to allow a Secondary Suite in a Side by Side Duplex.
It is also important to note that in 2025 buildings with common entrances or elevators will be required to
meet new adaptability provisions in the Building Code, however these are not anticipated to apply to
Detached Garden Suites, Single Detached, Duplex, or Townhomes.
4. Size of Dwelling Unites
Provincial Guidance
Per the provincial legislation and regulation, a variety of types and sizes is supported. Local governments
retain the ability to regulate the size of units, if desired.
Maple Ridge Today
The Zoning Bylaw does not specifically regulate the size of Single Detached Homes through a required
minimum or maximum size. It does shape the massing of buildings through the several requirements,
including building height, setbacks, and lot coverage.
The Zoning Bylaw does set a maximum for a Secondary Suite, at 40% of the Gross Floor Area of the Building,
but not specify in dimensions. Similarly, for Detached Garden Suites the maximum area is not more than
90m2 or 10% of the lot area, whichever is less.
Recommended Next Steps
At this time, no changes are proposed to the sizes of the Secondary Suites and Detached Garden Suite
regulation. Other forms of SSMUH Housing are not being proposed to be regulated at this time. This will
help enable some flexibility in dwelling unit types. It is anticipated, in reflection of the in-stream Housing
Needs Report, that at least 1 or 2 dwelling units, enabled under SSMUH, contain at least 3 bedrooms or be
designed for seniors or family housing.
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Summary
Parameter Allowed Today In Maple Ridge Recommended change to Zoning
Zoning Bylaw Bylaw to align with Bill 44
Number of Units Per Lot -Non-ALR: Up to 2 dwelling units Non-ALR: Up to 3 dwelling units
Outside of Containment
Boundary ALR: Up to 3 dwelling units ALR: Up to 3 dwelling units
Number of Units Per Lot -Single Detached Zones: 1 to 2 Single Detached Zones:
Within Urban Containment • Up to 3 on to lots < 280m2
Boundary Duplex Zone: 2 • Up 4 on lots between 281 m2
and 4050m2
• Up to 6 on lots within 400m
of a Prescribed Bus Station
Duplex Zone:
• Up to 3 on to lots < 280m2
• Up 4 on lots between 281 m2
and 4050m2
• Up to 6 on lots within 400m
of a Prescribed Bus Station
Types of Dwelling Units Outright: Outright:
• Single Detached Home • Single Detached Home with
with Secondary Suite or Secondary Suite and
Detached Garden Suite Detached Garden Suite
• Duplex
Through re-zoning • Triplex
• Duplex • Fourplex
• Triplex • Courtyard Development
• Fourplex (limited to 4 or 6 units)
• Courtyard Development • Townhouse Development
(limited to 4 or 6 units)
Through re-zoning with or without
land assembly:
• Courtyard Development
(up to 8 units)
• Townhouse Development
Size of Dwelling Units No proposed changes
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APPEND IX E
Appendix E -Policy Manual Site Standards
1. Size of New Lots -SSMUH Subdivision
Provincial Guidance
The provincial legislation sets out specific lot sizes for the purpose of determining density but not does not
establish minimum lot sizes for the purposes of subdivision. Local governments need to consider the
relationship between lot and frontage size, as well as the number and viability of the future units.
Maple Ridge Today
Most recent single detached rezoning and subdivision applications, within the Urban Containment
Boundary, have been to more urban zones, including the R-1 Single Detached (Low Density) Urban
Residential Zone, R-2 Single Detached (Medium Density) Urban Residential Zone, and the R-3 Single
Detached (Intensive) Urban Residential Zone, which have minimum lot areas of 371 m2
, 31 Sm2 and 25Sm 2
,
respectively. However, the most predominant zone within established neighbourhoods is historically the
RS-1 Single Detached Residential Zone which has a minimum lot area of 668 m2 and the RS-1 b Single
Detached (Medium Density) Residential Zone which has a minimum lot area of 557m2
.
Recommended Next Steps
The City's Official Community Plan contains guiding policies which enable the subdivision of the RS-1 zone,
within the Urban Containment Boundary, to the R-4 Single Detached (Infill) Urban Residential Zone, which
has a minimum lot area of 450m2 and currently allows for a Secondary Suite.
As subdivision has the potential to double or triple the density within the same space as an existing RS-1
Zone, it is recommended that the minimum lot size of future subdivisions be increased. The new minimum
lot size of future infill subdivision is proposed to be increased to 450m2, which aligns with the R-4 Zoning
discussed above. This lot size has been tested to be viable with a Secondary Suite and can support the
addition of a Detached Garden Suite (subject to BC Building Code regulations).
It is acknowledged that the new minimum lot size may be tight for future triplex or fourplexes, however it
still provides an opportunity for those interested in building a traditional single detached home (with or
without Secondary Suite or Detached Garden Suite) that, while not necessarily affordable, may be attainable.
It is also recognized that the BC Building Code is continually updated, which will have siting and design
implications, so minimum lot sizes may be adjusted in the future. The implementation of SSMUH will be
monitored and will be revisited through the Zoning Bylaw Review process.
2. Setback Requirements
Provincial Guidance
The Policy Manual includes the following recommended benchmark regulations for siting requirements:
• Lots under 121 Sm2 that allow for 3 or 4 units
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 2 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 1.5 meters for ADUs and Principal Dwellings
o Side Setbacks: Minimum of 1.2 meters
• Lots over 1215m2 that allow for 4 units
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 4 to 6 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal Dwellings and 1.5 meters for ADUs
o Side Setbacks: Combined minimum of side-yard setbacks of 3 meters
• Lots that allow for 6 units
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 2 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 1.5 meters
o Side Setbacks: minimum of 0 -1.2 meters
Maple Ridge Today
The City's Zoning Bylaw contains a specific set of setback requirements for each zone. For illustrative
purposes, the R-3, R-1 and R-4 zone have been identified below:
• R-3 Single Detached (Intensive) Urban Residential
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 3 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 11 meters for Principal Dwelling with lane access; 6 meters for
Principal Dwellings without lane access; and 0.5 meters for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
• Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.2 meters for Principal Dwellings; 0.5 meters
for ADUs
• Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 2.0 meters for Principal Dwellings; 2 meters for
ADUs
• R-1 Single Detached (Lot Density) Urban Residential
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 5.5 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal Dwelling; and 1 meter for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
• Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.2 meters for Principal Dwellings; 1 meter for
ADUs
• Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 3 meters for Principal Dwellings; 3 meters for
ADUs
• R-4 Single Detached (Infill) Urban Residential
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 6 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal Dwelling; and 1 meter for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
• Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.5 meters for Principal Dwellings; 1 meter for
ADUs
• Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 3 meters for Principal Dwellings; 3 meters for
ADUs
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Recommended Next Steps
The City's Zoning Bylaw will need to be amended to include setback requirements for the SSMUH forms of
housing. It is proposed to bring forward the following setback requirements:
• Lots up to 280m2 that allow up to 3 dwelling units:
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 5.5 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal Dwelling; and 1.5 meter for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
■ Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.2 meters
■ Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 2 meters for Principal Dwellings; 2 meters for
ADUs
• Lots between 281 m2 and 800m2 that allow up to 4 dwelling units
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 5.5 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal Dwelling; and 1.5 meter for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
■ Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.2 meters
■ Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 2 meters for Principal Dwellings; 2 meters for
ADUs
• Lots over 800m2 that allow up to 4 dwelling units
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 5.5 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal Dwelling; and 1.5 meters for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
■ Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.5 meters for Principal Dwellings; 1.2 meters
for ADUs
■ Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 3 meters for Principal Dwellings; 3 meters for
ADUs
• Lots that allow for 6 units
o Front Lot Line Setback: minimum of 5.5 meters
o Rear Lot Line: minimum of 6 meters for Principal Dwelling; and 1 meter for ADUs
o Side Setbacks:
■ Interior Side: Minimum setback of 1.5 meters for Principal Dwellings; 1.2 meters
for ADUs
■ Exterior Side: Minimum setback of 3 meters for Principal Dwellings; 3 meters for
ADUs
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3. Height & Coverage Requirements
Provincial Guidance
The Policy Manual includes the following recommended benchmark regulations for height and lot coverage
requirements:
• Lots under 1215m2 that allow for 3 or 4 units
o Height: maximum of 11 meters to the mid-point; 3 storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 50%
• Lots over 1215m2 that allow for 4 units
o Height: maximum of 11 meters to the mid-point; 3 storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 40%
• Lots that allow for 6 units
o Height maximum of 11 meters to the mid-point; 3 storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 60%
Maple Ridge Today
The City's Zoning Bylaw contains a specific set of setback requirements for each zone. For illustrative
purposes, the R-3, R-1 and R-4 zone have been identified below:
• R-3 Single Detached (Intensive) Urban Residential
o Height 9.5 meters; 2.5 storeys
o Lot Coverage: 50%
o Permeable Landscaping: 30% of the front yard
• R-1 Single Detached (Lot Density) Urban Residential
o Height 9.5 meters; 2.5 storeys
o Lot Coverage: 50%
o Permeable Landscaping: 40% of the front yard
• R-4 Single Detached (Infill) Urban Residential
o Height 8 meters; 2 storeys
o Lot Coverage: 40%
o Permeable Landscaping: 40% of the front yard
Recommended Next Steps
The City's Zoning Bylaw will need to be amended to update the height and coverage requirements for the
SSMUH forms of housing. It is proposed to bring forward the following requirements:
• Lots up to 280m2 that allow up to 3 dwelling units:
o Height: maximum of 9.5 meters to the mid-point; 3 storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 50%
o Permeable Landscaping: 50%
• Lots between 281m2 and 800m2 that allow up to 4 dwelling units
o Height maximum of 9.5 meters to the mid-point; 3 storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 50%
o Permeable Landscaping: 50%
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• Lots over 800m2 that allow up to 4 dwelling units
o Height maximum of 9.5 meters to the mid-point; 3 storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 50%
o Permeable Landscaping: 50%
• Lots that allow for 6 units
o Height: maximum of 9.5 meters to the mid-point; 3 storeys
o Lot Coverage: maximum of 60%
o Permeable Landscaping: 40%
4. Parking
Provincial Guidance
The Province acknowledges that parking has a big impact on the viability of a project. The provincial
regulations establishes that local governments are unable to require parking within 400m of a Prescribed
Bus Stop.
The Policy Manual also heavily encourages the reduction or elimination of parking minimums for other
forms of SSMUH and includes the following recommended benchmark regulations:
• Lots under 1215m2 that allow for 3 or 4 units
o Maximum of 0.5 parking space per unit if lot is within 800m of a Prescribed Bus Stop;
o Otherwise 1 space/ unit.
• Lots over 1215m2 that allow for 4 units
o Maximum of 0.5 parking space per unit if lot is within 800m of a Prescribed Bus Stop;
o Otherwise 1 space/ unit.
The Policy Manual does note that higher maximum parking requirements may be appropriate in smaller
communities with no or limited public transportation.
Maple Ridge Today
Under the City's Off-Street Parking and Loading Bylaw, all Single Detached, Duplex, Triplex, Fourplex,
Courtyard Development and Townhouse forms of housing require two off-street parking spaces per unit
and in certain circumstances, also require visitor parking (for example, Townhouse and RT-2 forms of
development). Unless otherwise noted, these parking stalls are not be tandem (i.e. when one parking space
is behind another parking space).
However, specifically for townhouse developments under the RM-1 Low Density Townhouse Residential
Zone, no more than 30% of units may be in a tandem format.
For Secondary Suites and Detached Garden Suites, one off-street parking space is required.
The City's Off-Street Parking and Load Bylaw is currently under review. The in-stream bylaw, which received
first reading in October 2023, did not propose any reduction of parking spaces for these housing forms.
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Recommended Next Steps
The City's Off-Street Parking and Loading Bylaw will need to be amended to remove any parking
requirement for SSMUH developments within 400m of a Prescribed Bus Station.
For the lots outside of 400m of a Prescribed Bus Station, it is proposed to reduce the parking minimum to
1.5 spaces per unit until the construction and operation of the BRT line is complete. Once the BRT line is
operational, the City can explore further reducing the parking requirements to either 1 space or 0.5 spaces
per dwelling unit, as recommended by the Province.
A parking minimum of 1.5 spaces per unit would translate to:
o 1.5 (i.e. 2) spaces for a one-unit development
o 3 spaces for a two-unit development
o 4.5 (i.e 5) spaces for a three-unit development; and
o 6 spaces for a four-unit development.
Where possible, in areas not well serviced by transit, staff will continue to encourage developments to
provide up to two off-street parking spaces until the BRT line is complete and/or local service is improved,
however this will be voluntary by the applicant.
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