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Multiplex Development Lots in Renfrew-Collingwood
Renfrew-Collingwood sits mostly in the R1-1, RS-1, RT-10, RT-11 zones, so a large share of its single-family lots can be rebuilt as a multiplex. Here is what a lot here usually holds, what to check before you buy, and how to see the return on every listing.
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What a lot in Renfrew-Collingwood can hold
Most Renfrew-Collingwood lots are zoned R1-1, which allows a multiplex as of right on a single lot. A standard lot of about 4,026 sq ft (33' wide by 122' deep) typically supports 3-4 units. Wider lots and corner lots reach more doors, and a secured-rental design can reach up to eight units on a qualifying lot. Frontage usually decides the unit count more than lot area does, so a wide lot is worth more to a builder than a deep, narrow one of the same size.
Zoning note
Renfrew-Collingwood offers relatively few development constraints compared to West Side neighbourhoods, though certain site-specific factors require attention during due diligence. Always confirm the zone, frontage, and lot area for a specific Renfrew-Collingwood parcel against the City of Vancouver R1-1 district schedule and VanMap. Never assume a lot qualifies because a neighbour built a multiplex.
What to check before you buy in Renfrew-Collingwood
- → Site Contamination: Former industrial uses along Boundary Road and near Renfrew Ravine may have left soil contamination on some parcels. Phase 1 environmental assessments are recommended for properties near historical industrial sites.
- → Utility Capacity: Older infrastructure in some sub-areas may require sewer or water upgrades. Preliminary utility assessments can identify capacity constraints before acquisition.
- → Floodplain Proximity: Southern portions near the Fraser River fall within floodplain zones, requiring specific building design considerations and potentially flood insurance.
- → Tree Preservation: While less extensive than West Side neighbourhoods, protected trees exist throughout Renfrew-Collingwood. Arborist assessments are standard due diligence.
- → Neighbourhood Transition: Some blocks are experiencing rapid change with multiple simultaneous developments. Construction staging and neighbourhood relations require attention during project execution.
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