What Are the Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing Changes?
The B.C. Government enacted legislation requiring the City to enable small-scale multi-unit housing. This type of housing includes a variety of options that are typically designed to fit within existing single-family and duplex neighbourhoods.
Examples include:
- Duplexes
- Triplexes
- Fourplexes
- Secondary suites
- Carriage houses or laneway homes
- Garden cottages
New Provincial Requirements
To comply with the legislation, the City must allow the following:
- Up to 3 units on lots of 280 m² (3,014 sq. ft.) in area or smaller
- Up to 4 units on lots larger than 280 m² (3,014 sq. ft.) in area but less than 4,050 m² (1 acre)
Currently, Coquitlam has no bus stops that meet the provincial criteria for frequent service. As a result, provincial requirements to allow up to 6 units on lots near frequent service bus stops does not apply at this time.
On September 16, the Province approved the City’s application to extend the deadline for the Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing Zoning Bylaw changes. The new deadline for Coquitlam is June 30, 2025.
Want to know more about what we're proposing to implement Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing? See our Proposed Changes handout.
Learn More
To learn how the City is addressing this legislation, including timelines, frequently asked questions and community engagement opportunities, please visit LetsTalkCoquitlam.ca/SmallScale.
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Background Documents
