Downtown, Victoria
Zoning, lot sizes, what BC's housing laws allow and what's being built in Downtown, from public data.
5,945lots
2,039 m²median house lot
1,195building permits, last 12 months
59open development applications
1K–12 schools
0EV charging sites
How land is zoned
- Commercial & mixed use66.6%
- Houses, duplexes & small multiplexes20.9%
- Townhouses & apartments6.8%
- Site-specific (comprehensive development)3.5%
- Other / special1.4%
- Industrial & employment0.7%
- Parks, schools & institutional0.0%
Share of 5,944 lots by zoning category. Categories are simplified from the city's own zone codes.
What BC law allows on lots
- 6 homes (near frequent transit)1,239 lots
- 3 homes (small lots)5 lots
Rezoning & development applications
- 1900 STORE ST ACTIVE
The City is considering a Delegated Heritage Alteration Permit application to reinstate windows and exterior refinishing on the heritage portion of the building.
Delegated Heritage Permit · DHP00355 on the map - 1900 STORE ST ACTIVE
The City is considering a Delegated Heritage Alteration Permit application to reinstate windows and exterior refinishing on the heritage portion of the building.
Delegated Heritage Permit · DHP00355 on the map - 840 HUMBOLDT ST ACTIVE
The proposal is for a zoning amendment to allow personal services in CD-4 zone.
Rezoning · REZ00914 on the map - 715 PANDORA AVE ACTIVE
The City is reviewing a Delegated Development Permit application for new rooftop mechanical which requires a variance to the setback from roof edge. <br><br>Under the site’s existing zoning, the application may be permitted; however, it requires staff review against city policy/guidelines and a dec…
Delegated Development Permit · DDP01169 on the map - 539 FISGARD ST ACTIVE
Heritage Tax Incentive Program Application.
Tax Incentive Permit · TIP00041 on the map - 539 FISGARD ST ACTIVE
Heritage Tax Incentive Program Application.
Tax Incentive Permit · TIP00041 on the map - 1202 BLANSHARD ST ACTIVE
The City is reviewing a Delegated Development Permit application for new fencing and gates. <br><br>Under the site’s existing zoning, the application may be permitted; however, it requires staff review against city policy/guidelines and a decision of the Director of Planning. This information is be…
Delegated Development Permit · DDP01127 on the map - 617 BROUGHTON ST ACTIVE
The City is considering a Development Permit with Variance application to increase density and building height for a mixed use thirteen storey building with ground floor commercial uses and a publicly accessible plaza. CONCURRENT WITH REZONING FILE #00911. REFER TO REZONING FILE FOR ATTACHMENTS.
Dev Permit with Variance · DPV00307 on the map - 617 BROUGHTON ST ACTIVE
The City is considering a Rezoning application to increase density and building height for a mixed use twelve storey building with ground floor commercial uses and a publicly accessible plaza. <br>CONCURRENT WITH DEVELOPMENT PERMIT WITH VARIANCE FILE #00307. REFER TO REZONING FILE FOR ATTACHMENTS.
Rezoning · REZ00911 on the map - 631 YATES ST ACTIVE
The City is considering a Delegated Heritage Alteration Permit application to install security gates.
Delegated Heritage Permit · DHP00331 on the map - 535 YATES ST ACTIVE
The City is reviewing a Delegated Development Permit application to legalize existing chain link fence with barbed wire at the rear of the property. The proposal requires variances to the height and for the use of barbed wire. <br><br>Under the site’s existing zoning, the application may be permitt…
Delegated Development Permit · DDP01112 on the map - 536 HERALD ST ACTIVE
The City is considering a Development Permit with Variance application for a six storey residential building with retail at ground level along Chatham St. CONCURRENT WITH REZ#00907. REFER TO REZONING FOR ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS.
Dev Permit with Variance · DPV00299 on the map - 533 CHATHAM ST ACTIVE
The City is considering a Development Permit with Variance application for a six storey residential building with retail at ground level along Chatham St. CONCURRENT WITH REZ#00907. REFER TO REZONING FOR ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS.
Dev Permit with Variance · DPV00299 on the map - 536 HERALD ST ACTIVE
The City is considering a Rezoning application for a six storey residential building with retail at ground level along Chatham Street. CONCURRENT WITH DPV00299. REFER TO REZONING FOR ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS.
Rezoning · REZ00907 on the map - 533 CHATHAM ST ACTIVE
The City is considering a Rezoning application for a six storey residential building with retail at ground level along Chatham Street. CONCURRENT WITH DPV00299. REFER TO REZONING FOR ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS.
Rezoning · REZ00907 on the map
Other neighbourhoods in Victoria
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Neighbourhood boundary: City of Victoria Open Data Licence. Lots, zoning and values as on the map. Page rebuilt October 25, 2026.