Multiplex (Vancouver)
Multiplexes
Vancouver,BC now allows 4 and 6 plexes across all of the city
(in areas previoiusly zoned RS).
In the coming year 4 plexes will also be allowed in most cities across the province of British Columbia.
In Vancouver, Code minimum plexes achieve 1.0FSR, while Net-Zero or Passivhaus plexes achieve ~1.2 FSR
1.0 FSR Plexes
1.2 FSR Low-Carbon Plexes
(Net Zero or Passivhaus)
Triplexes built on two side-by-side 33’ lots.
Each triplex consists of a lane dwelling, plus two townhouse style units in the front.
The lane dwelling has a balcony, while each of the front units has a yard.
Example of a 4 plex on a 33x122 lot.
At 1.0 FSR this includes two 600sf homes, and two 1400sf homes.
A cluster of 4 townhouses on a 50’ lot.
In combination with a lane dwelling, there will be 5 units on this property.
The flat roof contains enough solar panels to reach the Net-Zero performance standard, so it receives a 20% density bonus.
A cluster of 4 townhouses at the front of a 50’ lot in combination with a lane dwelling, The lane dwelling is built above 4 parking spaces.
This 4-plex has four three-level townhouses on a 50x122 lot.
