Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 3 Exam Practice

How many units can be built on a plot given the maximum allowable lot coverage in zoning bylaws for multi-family units?

1. Depends directly on the maximum coverage allowed

2. Cannot exceed 5% of the total plot area

3. Limited by R3 maximum permissions

4. Only for commercial and retail use

5. Prohibited on agricultural land

6. Subject to tourism zoning laws

The correct answer is: Depends directly on the maximum coverage allowed

The correct answer indicates that the number of units that can be built on a plot is directly related to the maximum coverage allowed by zoning bylaws. In multi-family developments, zoning bylaws specify a maximum lot coverage percentage, which determines the portion of the land that can be occupied by buildings. This means that if you know the area of the plot and the percentage coverage allowed, you can calculate the maximum area that can be built upon. For example, if the total area of the plot is 10,000 square feet and the maximum lot coverage is 30%, that would allow for 3,000 square feet of construction on the property. From there, the number of units would depend on the size of each multi-family unit being proposed. Understanding the relationship between lot coverage and building density is crucial for any real estate professional when planning a development project. The other choices reflect various limitations or conditions that might apply in different contexts, but they do not address the core relationship between lot coverage and the number of buildable units.