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ZONING BYLAW NO. 1921, 2024
Adopted: June 24, 2024
CONSOLIDATED WITH AMENDMENTS
FOR CONVENIENCE ONLY
Amending Bylaws:
Bylaw No. 1928, 2024 - Adopted August 12,
2024
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Map amendment - 2600 Pleasant
Valley Road
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1 - Administration and Enforcement ........................................................................... 1
1.1.
Title ......................................................................................................................... 1
1.2.
Purpose .................................................................................................................. 1
1.3.
Application .............................................................................................................. 1
1.4.
General Interpretation ............................................................................................. 1
1.5.
Compliance ............................................................................................................. 1
1.6.
Inspection ............................................................................................................... 2
1.7.
Violations ................................................................................................................ 2
1.8.
Penalties ................................................................................................................. 2
1.9.
Applications in Process ........................................................................................... 2
1.10.
Severability ............................................................................................................. 2
1.11.
Zoning Designation ................................................................................................. 2
1.12.
Schedules ............................................................................................................... 4
1.13.
Repeal .................................................................................................................... 4
SECTION 2 - INTERPRETATION .............................................................................................. 5
2.1.
Rules of Interpretation............................................................................................. 5
2.2.
Zone Boundaries .................................................................................................... 5
2.3.
Minimum Parcel Area for Panhandle Parcels .......................................................... 6
2.4.
Units of Measure ..................................................................................................... 6
2.5.
General Definitions ................................................................................................. 6
A ............................................................................................................................ 6
B ............................................................................................................................ 8
C ............................................................................................................................ 9
D ...........................................................................................................................10
E ........................................................................................................................... 11
F ........................................................................................................................... 11
G...........................................................................................................................12
H ...........................................................................................................................13
I ............................................................................................................................13
K ...........................................................................................................................13
L ...........................................................................................................................14
M ..........................................................................................................................15
N ...........................................................................................................................16
O...........................................................................................................................16
P ...........................................................................................................................16
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R ...........................................................................................................................17
S ...........................................................................................................................18
T ...........................................................................................................................19
U ...........................................................................................................................19
V ...........................................................................................................................20
W ..........................................................................................................................20
Y ...........................................................................................................................20
Z ...........................................................................................................................21
SECTION 3 -GENERAL REGULATIONS ..................................................................................22
3.1.
Application .............................................................................................................22
3.2.
Permitted Uses and Structures ..............................................................................22
3.3.
Prohibited Uses and Structures .............................................................................22
3.4.
Prohibited Vehicles and Equipment........................................................................23
3.5.
Projections Into Yards ............................................................................................24
3.6.
Accessory Structures .............................................................................................24
3.7.
Height and Grade ..................................................................................................25
3.8.
Lighting ..................................................................................................................25
3.9.
Utility Cabinets .......................................................................................................25
3.10.
Moving of Buildings ................................................................................................25
3.11.
Containers .............................................................................................................26
3.12.
Highway Access and Services ...............................................................................26
SECTION 4 - SPECIFIC USE REGULATIONS .........................................................................27
4.1.
Application .............................................................................................................27
4.2.
Home Occupations ................................................................................................27
4.3.
Bed and Breakfast Homes .....................................................................................28
4.4.
Boarding or Lodging Houses..................................................................................28
4.5.
Drive-Through Services .........................................................................................28
4.6.
Car Washes ...........................................................................................................29
4.7.
Medical Marihuana Production Facilities ................................................................29
SECTION 5 - SCREENING AND LANDSCAPING ....................................................................30
5.1.
Screening ..............................................................................................................30
5.2.
Sight Line Triangle .................................................................................................32
5.3.
Landscaping ..........................................................................................................32
SECTION 6 - ACCESS, PARKING AND LOADING ...................................................................34
6.1.
Driveway Access ....................................................................................................34
6.2.
Access to Panhandle Lots .....................................................................................34
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Off-Street Vehicle Parking ......................................................................................34
6.4.
Off-Street Loading .................................................................................................37
6.5.
Development Standards for Vehicle Parking and Loading ......................................38
6.6.
Bicycle Parking ......................................................................................................43
SECTION 7 - SIGNS ................................................................................................................44
7.1.
Application .............................................................................................................44
SECTION 8 - AGRICULTURAL AND COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL ZONES .................................45
8.1.
Agriculture (A.1) .....................................................................................................45
8.2.
Country Residential (CR.1) ....................................................................................49
SECTION 9 - RESIDENTIAL ZONES ........................................................................................51
9.1.
Residential Medium Density (R.1) ..........................................................................51
9.2.
Residential Medium-High Density (R.2) .................................................................54
9.3
Residential Apartment (RA.1) .................................................................................56
9.4.
Mobile Home Park (RMP) ......................................................................................58
SECTION 10 - COMMERCIAL ZONES .....................................................................................59
10.1.
Town Centre Commercial (C.1) ..............................................................................59
10.2
Highway and Service Commercial (C.2) ................................................................62
10.3.
Neighbourhood Commercial (C.3) .........................................................................65
10.4.
Recreation Commercial (C.4) .................................................................................67
10.5.
Recreation Commercial Golf Course C.5 ...............................................................69
SECTION 11 - INDUSTRIAL ZONES ........................................................................................71
11.1.
General Industrial (I.1) ...........................................................................................71
SECTION 12 - PUBLIC AND INSTITUTIONAL ZONES ............................................................74
12.1.
Park and Open Space (P.1) ...................................................................................74
12.2.
Administration, Service and Assembly (P.2) ...........................................................76
12.3.
Public Service (P.3) ................................................................................................78
SECTION 13 - TRANSPORTATION ZONES .............................................................................79
13.1.
Transportation Corridor 1 .......................................................................................79
Schedule A ................................................................................................................................81
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SECTION 1 - Administration and Enforcement
1.1.
Title
1.1.1. This Bylaw shall be referred to as "Zoning Bylaw No. 1921, 2024".
1.2.
Purpose
1.2.1. This Bylaw is to provide a clear and efficient system of land use regulations for
the orderly, economic, beneficial, equitable and environmentally sensitive use,
development, and re-development of the City of Armstrong, having regard for the
provisions of the City of Armstrong's Official Community Plan.
1.3.
Application
1.3.1. This Bylaw applies to the entire geographical area of the City of Armstrong,
including all water and all uses, land, buildings and other structures therein.
1.4.
General Interpretation
1.4.1. Any enactments referred to herein are a reference to an enactment of British
Columbia and regulations thereto, as amended, revised, consolidated or
replaced from time to time, and any Bylaw referred to herein is a reference to an
enactment of the Council of the City of Armstrong, as amended, revised,
consolidated or replaced from time to time.
1.4.2. The Schedules attached to this Bylaw form part of this Bylaw.
1.5.
Compliance
1.5.1. No land, building or structure shall be used or occupied, and no building or
structure or part thereof shall be erected, constructed, reconstructed, moved or
structurally altered except in conformity with this Bylaw.
1.5.2. Every use of a lot, building or other structure permitted in each zone must
conform to all the regulations of the applicable zone and all other regulations of
this Bylaw.
1.5.3. No subdivision may be approved:
(a) except in conformity with this Bylaw; or
(a) so as to cause any existing building or other structure to violate the
provisions of this Bylaw.
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1.6.
Inspection
1.6.1. The City Building Inspector, Approving Officer, Public Works Manager, Bylaw
Enforcement Officer, or any other employee Council may appoint, by position
title, to administer this Bylaw are hereby authorized to enter at all reasonable
times, on any property that is subject to regulations under this Bylaw to ascertain
if the provisions of this Bylaw are being met, or the regulations are being
observed.
1.6.2. No person must prevent or obstruct, or attempt to prevent or obstruct, the entry
of any authorized official upon the property as authorized under this Bylaw.
1.7.
Violations
1.7.1. Any person who violates any provisions of this Bylaw or who suffers or permits
any act in contravention of this Bylaw, or who neglects to do or refrains from
doing any act or thing which is required to be done by any provision of this Bylaw,
commits an offence against this Bylaw and is liable to the penalties imposed
under this Bylaw.
1.8.
Penalties
1.8.1. Every person who commits an offence against this Bylaw is liable on summary
conviction to a penalty not exceeding Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) and the
costs of prosecution.
1.8.2. Each day a violation of the provisions of this Bylaw exists or is permitted to exist
shall constitute a separate offence.
1.9.
Applications in Process
1.9.1. A completed application for a building permit which is received prior to the
effective date of this Bylaw shall be processed in accordance with City of
Armstrong Zoning Bylaw No. 1268, 1997, unless the applicant provides a written
request that their application be considered under this Bylaw. Such applications
shall be approved or rejected within 12 months of this Bylaw coming into effect
and, if rejected, any future development must comply with this Bylaw.
1.10. Severability
1.10.1. If any section, subsection, paragraph, clause or phrase of this bylaw is for any
reason held to be invalid by the decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, such
decision does not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Bylaw.
1.11.
Zoning Designation
1.11.1. The City of Armstrong is divided into the zones, listed in the "Zoning Designation"
column of the table below, and the zones may also be identified by the
corresponding abbreviations listed in the "Abbreviation" column, and the
remaining column is provided for convenience:
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Zoning Designation
Abbreviation
Section 8 - Agricultural and Rural Zones
Agriculture
A.1
Country Residential
CR.1
Section 9 - Residential Zones
Residential Medium
R.1
Residential Medium-High
R.2
Residential Apartment
RA.1
Mobile Home Park
RMP
Section 10 - Commercial Zones
Town Centre Commercial
C.1
Highway and Service Commercial
C.2
Neighbourhood Commercial
C.3
Recreation Commercial
C.4
Recreation Commercial Golf Course
C.5
Section 11 - Industrial Zones
General Industrial
I.1
Section 12 - Public and Institutional Zones
Park and Open Space
P.1
Administration, Service and Assembly
P.2
Utilities
P.3
Section 13 - Transportation Zones
Transportation Corridor
T.1
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1.11.2. The extent of each zone is shown on the "Zoning Map" referred to as Schedule
"A", attached to and forming part of this Bylaw.
1.12. Schedules
1.12.1. Schedule "A", attached to and forming part of this bylaw is hereby designated as
the Zoning Map of the City of Armstrong.
1.13. Repeal
1.13.1. The City of Armstrong Zoning Bylaw 1770, 2015 and all amendments is hereby
repealed.
READ A FIRST TIME this 24th day of June 2024
READ A SECOND TIME 24th day of June 2024
READ A THIRD TIME 24th day of June 2024
ADOPTED this 24th day of June 2024
Signature on File
Signature on File
Corporate Officer
Mayor
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SECTION 2 - INTERPRETATION
2.1.
Rules of Interpretation
2.1.1. Words used in the present tense include the other tenses and derivative forms;
words used in the singular include the plural and vice versa; and the word
"person" includes a corporation, firm, partnership, trust, and other similar entities
as well as an individual. Words have the same meaning whether they are
capitalized or not.
2.1.2. The words "shall" and "is" require mandatory compliance.
2.1.3. The word "or" means either, but not both or all.
2.1.4. The phrase "used for" includes "arranged for", "designed for", "maintained for", or
"occupied for".
2.1.5. Words, phrases, and terms neither defined in this section nor in the Local
Government Act or Community Charter shall be given their usual and customary
meaning.
2.2.
Zone Boundaries
2.2.1. The zone boundaries on the Zoning Map shall be interpreted as follows:
(a) Where a zone boundary follows a street, lane, railway, pipeline, power
line, utility right-of-way, or easement, it follows the centreline, unless
otherwise clearly indicated on the Zoning Map;
(b) Where a zone boundary is shown as approximately following the City
boundary, it follows the City boundary;
(c) Where a zone boundary is shown as approximately following the edge,
shoreline, or high water mark of a water body, it follows the natural
boundary. In the event of change, it moves with the natural boundary;
(d) Where a zone boundary is shown as approximately following a property
line, it follows the property line;
(e) In circumstances not covered above, the zone boundary shall be
determined by the scale of the Zoning Map.
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2.2.2. When any street is closed, the roadway lands have the same zoning as the
abutting land. When abutting lands are governed by different zones, the centre of
roadway is the zone boundary unless the zone boundary is shown clearly
following the edge of the roadway. If the roadway is consolidated with an
adjoining parcel, the parcel's zoning designation applies to affected portions of
the roadway.
2.3.
Minimum Parcel Area for Panhandle Parcels
2.3.1. Where a parcel is a panhandle, the access strip or panhandle shall not be
included in the calculation of the area of the parcel for the purposes of
determining compliance with a minimum parcel area requirement of this Bylaw.
2.4.
Units of Measure
2.4.1. Metric units are used for all measurements in this Bylaw. The approximate
imperial measurement equivalents are shown in brackets for convenience only
and do not form part of this Bylaw.
2.4.2. For the purposes of this Bylaw the following units of measure are abbreviated as
follows:
(a) Centimetres - cm
(f) Square Centimetres - cm2
(g) Hectares - ha
(h) Kilograms - kg
(i) Metres - m
(j) Square metres - m2
(k) Cubic metres - m3
(l) Litres - L
2.5.
General Definitions
2.5.1. The definitions of uses group individual land uses into a specified number of
classes, with common functional or physical impact characteristics. They define
the range of uses which are permitted as principal and accessory, with or without
conditions, within various zones of this Bylaw.
2.5.2. The following words, terms, and phrases, wherever they occur in this Bylaw, shall
have the meaning assigned to them as follows:
A
ACCESSORY means customarily incidental, associated with, or subordinate to.
ACCESSORY FARM SALES means the retail sale of farm products grown, raised or produced
on premises within the Agricultural Land Reserve, and may include the retail sale of additional
farm products grown, raised or produced off site pursuant to the Agricultural Land Commission
Act and Regulation thereto.
ACCESSORY USE, BUILDING OR STRUCTURE means a use, building or structure that is
customarily incidental, associated with, or subordinate to a principal use, building or structure,
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and existing only in conjunction with a principal use located on the same parcel as the
accessory use, building or structure.
AGRICULTURAL BUILDING OR STRUCTURE means a building or structure used to support
agricultural uses on a farm. Agricultural buildings or structures may include storage space for
agricultural machinery and equipment, storage space for agricultural products, or space for
repairing and maintaining agricultural tools and equipment.
AGRICULTURAL ZONES are any zones in Section 8 of this Bylaw in which the predominant
use, as determined by the general purpose and list of permitted uses in the zone, is of an
agricultural nature.
AGRICULTURE, GENERAL means a use providing for growing, rearing, producing and
harvesting of agricultural products on the same lot and includes the storage and sales on an
individual farm of the products harvested or produced on that farm, and the storage of farm
machinery, implements and supplies, and repairs to farm machinery and implements used on
that farm. It specifically excludes all manufacturing, processing, storage and repairs not related
to the uses on the same lot. This use excludes livestock and poultry processing, Medical
Marihuana Production Facilities, Intensive Agriculture and Feedlots.
AGRICULTURE, INTENSIVE means the use of land, buildings and structures by a commercial
enterprise for the confinement of poultry, livestock or fur bearing animals within a confined area
building or structure, or the growing of mushrooms where composting is part of the operation.
This use does not include Medical Marihuana Production Facilities.
AGRI-TOURISM ACCOMMODATION means accommodation for tourists on a farm, orchard, or
ranch which is subordinate and secondary to the main use. Agri-tourism accommodation units
may have self-contained cooking facilities.
ANIMAL CLINICS, MAJOR means those premises where domestic pets and livestock are
given medical and surgical care and may include outdoor shelter.
ANIMAL CLINICS, MINOR means those premises where domestic pets are given medical and
surgical care and does not include outdoor shelter.
APARTMENT HOUSING means any physical arrangement of three or more attached dwelling
units, intended to be occupied by separate households, or at least one dwelling unit combined
with a commercial use, having its principal access from a finished grade level entrance common
to all dwelling units and separate from access to commercial uses within the same building.
ATTIC means the unfinished space between the roof and the ceiling of the top storey or
between a dwarf wall and a sloping roof.
AUTOBODY REPAIR AND PAINT SHOPS means those premises where automobiles, trucks,
and other vehicles undergo body repair and painting.
AUTOMOTIVE AND EQUIPMENT REPAIR SHOPS means the servicing and mechanical repair
of automobiles, trucks with a gross vehicle weight of less than 4100 kg gross vehicle weight,
motorcycles, snowmobiles, and similar vehicles or the sale, installation, or servicing of related
accessories and parts. This does not include autobody repair and paint shops, or wrecking
yards.
AUTOMOTIVE AND MINOR RECREATION VEHICLE SALES, RENTALS AND STORAGE
means the retail sale, rental and storage of new or used automobiles, bicycles, motorcycles,
snowmobiles, tent trailers, boats, travel trailers or similar light recreational vehicles, together
with incidental maintenance services and sales of parts. It includes automobile dealerships but
does not include dealerships for the sale of trucks with a gross vehicle weight of more than 4100
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kg. or the sale of motorhomes with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 5500 kg. or a
length of more than 6.7 m.
AWNING means a retractable or non-retractable covering of non-rigid materials such as canvas
or similar fabric projecting from the exterior wall of a building.
B
BACHELOR DWELLING means a one bedroom dwelling unit in which the sleeping and living
areas are combined and which is not reasonably capable of being developed as a unit
containing a separate bedroom or bedrooms.
BACKYARD BEES means domestic honey producing bees (from the genus Apis of the family
Apidae) that are kept on a Residential (R-1) and are not considered Agricultural General or
Agricultural Intensive.
BACKYARD HEN means a domestic female chicken (hen) that is at least four months old, for
the purpose of producing eggs.
BAKERY means a factory for producing, mixing, compounding, or baking bread, biscuits, ice
cream cones, cakes, pies, buns, or any other bakery product of which flour or meal is the
principal ingredient, but does not include a restaurant or other lot where any such product is
made for consumption on the lot.
BALCONY means a platform, attached to and projecting from the face of a building above the
first storey with or without a supporting structure, normally surrounded by a balustrade or railing
with access only from within the building.
BASEMENT means a storey or storeys of a building located below the first storey.
BAY WINDOW means a glazed window that protrudes from the wall to which it is attached and
may be structurally supported other than by a foundation wall.
BED AND BREAKFAST HOMES means the accessory use of a residence in which temporary
overnight accommodation and breakfast is provided to tourists and where the operator resides
on the premises.
BEDROOM means a room containing a window, located in a dwelling, which due to its design or
location in the dwelling, is or may be used primarily for sleeping. It includes dens, lofts, studies,
and libraries.
BOARDER means a person who, in return for payment, has his or her place of residence in a
separate or shared sleeping room, with or without meals.
BOARDING OR LODGING HOUSE means a dwelling unit in which the on-site resident may
supply accommodation for their household, and sleeping unit accommodation, for remuneration.
It may or may not include meal service. It includes lodges for senior citizens but does not
include hotels, motels, temporary shelter services, congregate housing, bed and breakfast
homes or other tourist accommodation.
BROADCASTING STUDIO means premises used for the production or broadcasting of audio
and visual programming typically associated with radio, television and motion picture studios.
BUFFER AREA means a landscaped or natural area free from buildings or structures, intended
to visibly separate and screen one use from another to improve land use compatibility and
environmental quality by reducing noise, lighting glare and other nuisances, or facilitating
natural drainage and wildlife movement. This also refers to the use of vegetation and other
screening or separation methods to separate non farming and farming land uses.
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BUILDING means a temporary or permanent structure having a roof supported by columns or
walls for the shelter or enclosure of persons, animals, materials, chattels or equipment.
BUILDING INSPECTOR means the person(s) appointed by Council to administer and enforce
the provisions of the City of Armstrong Building Regulation Bylaw currently in effect.
BUILDING PERMIT means a permit issued in accordance with the City of Armstrong Building
Regulation Bylaw currently in effect.
BULK FUEL DEPOT means lands, buildings, and structures for the bulk storage and
distribution of petroleum products and may include key lock retail sales. This does not include
either minor or major service stations.
BUSINESS means an establishment for carrying on a commercial or industrial undertaking of
any kind or nature, or the providing of professional, personal, or other service for gain or profit.
This includes a Home Occupation.
BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICE means a use that provides support services to businesses
and which are characterized by one or more of the use of minor mechanical equipment for
printing, duplicating, binding or photographic processing; secretarial services; the provision of
office maintenance or custodial services; the provision of office security; and the sale, rental,
repair, or servicing of office equipment, furniture and machines.
C
CANOPY means a non-retractable hood cover or marquee which projects from the wall of a
building. It does not include an awning, projecting roof, roof eaves, or enclosed structure.
CAR WASH means an establishment used for the cleaning of motor vehicles and may be either
a free-standing operation or in conjunction with a service station, major or minor.
CARE FACILITY, MAJOR means a use licensed as required under the Community Care and
Assisted Living Act, intended to provide care, educational services, or supervision for children or
adults and may include limited overnight accommodation for shift workers.
CARE FACILITY, MINOR means the use of an occupied single detached dwelling,
manufactured home, one half of duplex licensed as required under the Community Care and
Assisted Living Act intended to provide care, educational services, and supervision for children
or adults, and may include limited overnight accommodation to accommodate shift workers.
CARPORT means the accessory use of a building or other structure, or part thereof for the
parking or storage of a motor vehicle that is not enclosed on all sides, inclusive of the roof,
doors and windows, whether attached to the principal building or not.
CEMETERY means those areas of land that are set aside for the burial of human remains and
may include memorial parks, burial grounds and crematoriums
COMMERCIAL SCHOOL means premises used for training, instruction, and certification in a
specific trade, skill, or service for the financial gain of the individual or company owning the
school. Typical uses include secretarial, business, hairdressing, information technology, beauty
culture, dancing, or music schools.
COMMERCIAL STORAGE means a self-contained building or group of buildings containing
lockers available for rent for the storage of personal goods or a facility used exclusively to store
bulk goods of a non-hazardous nature.
COMMERCIAL USE means an occupation, employment or enterprise that is carried on for gain
or monetary profit.
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COMMERCIAL ZONES are any zones listed in Section 10 of this Bylaw in which the
predominant use, as determined by its general purpose and list of principal uses, is of a
commercial nature.
COMMUNITY ASSEMBLY HALL means a building, or part of a building, used for the gathering
together of groups of persons for a specific function. Typical uses include meetings for civic,
education, political, religious, recreational or social purposes.
COMMUNITY GARDEN means land used to provide allotted plots at nominal cost to citizens for
the purpose of growing produce for personal consumption.
CONGREGATE HOUSING means a residential building or group of buildings in which residents
may receive supportive services including a combination of meal preparation, served in a
common amenity space or dining facility, visual and electronic monitoring, laundry,
housekeeping, social and recreational activities, transportation, and counselling, but does not
include the provision of on-site medical personnel.
CONTAINER means a non-combustible, portable unit used for the storage or transporting of
goods, and includes cargo containers, but specifically excludes dumpsters and recycling
receptacles intended for neighbourhood collection.
CONTRACTOR SERVICES means premises used for the provision of building and road
construction services including landscaping, concrete, electrical, excavation, drilling, heating
and plumbing or similar services of a construction nature which require on-site storage and
warehouse space.
CSA means Canadian Standards Association.
CUSTOM GRAPHICS APPLICATION means premises used for the application of graphics to
various objects through the use of a hydrographic process (a method of immersion printing in
which a water soluble film containing graphic images is applied to 3-D surfaces of varied
composition)., and which may include a small paint application booth, limited in size to 14.6m2,
which booth is required to be filtered prior to venting into the surrounding atmosphere, and is to
be otherwise environmentally contained entirely within the premises, and must not emit noxious
fumes to the atmosphere.
CUSTOM INDOOR MANUFACTURING means development used for small scale on-site indoor
production of goods by hand; manufacturing primarily involving the use of hand tools.
D
DECK means a structure more than 0.6m above grade without a roof or walls, except for visual
partitions and railings, for use as an outdoor amenity area.
DRIVE-IN FOOD SERVICES means premises used for eating and drinking which offers food
produced in a manner that allows rapid customer service and includes one or more of car
attendant services, drive through food pick-up services, or parking primarily intended for the on-
site consumption of food within a motor vehicle.
DRIVE-THROUGH SERVICES means the use of a building to provide the ability to purchase
commercial goods and services without the need to exit one's vehicle.
DUST-FREE SURFACE means a durable dust-free surface such as concrete or asphalt and
does not include crushed gravel or shale.
DWELLING or DWELLING UNIT means a single unit providing complete, independent living
facilities for one or more persons, including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating,
cooking and sanitation. A dwelling unit includes only one KITCHEN, unless a second KITCHEN
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is required for a home occupation. A dwelling unit may include manufactured homes that
conform to the CSA A277 standards and excludes mobile homes and park model trailers. A
dwelling unit does not include a room in a hotel or a motel or other tourist accommodation and
does not include recreational vehicles.
E
EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT means premises where food and beverages are
prepared and offered for sale to the public, for consumption within the premises, at an
accessory outdoor seating area on the site, or off the site, but does not include drive-in food
services.
EDUCATION FACILITY means premises used for public assembly for education, training or
instruction purposes, and includes the administration offices and maintenance storage facilities
required for the daily operation of the facility on the same site. Typical uses include public and
separate schools, community colleges, universities, and technical and vocational schools, and
their administrative offices.
EMERGENCY AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES means a facility used by fire protection, police,
ambulance, or other such services as a base of operations.
EQUIPMENT RENTALS means premises used for the rental of tools, appliances, recreational
craft, office machines, furniture, light construction equipment, or similar items but does not
include rental of motor vehicles or industrial equipment.
EXTENDED MEDICAL TREATMENT SERVICES means premises providing room, board, and
surgical or other medical treatment for the sick, injured or infirm including out-patient services
and accessory staff residences.
F
FARMER'S MARKET means a fully or partly enclosed space containing stalls and structures for
the direct sale to the public of farm and food products including but not limited to fresh, dried or
frozen fruit, vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, dairy products, plants, baked goods, prepared
and ready-to-eat foods by producers (or their representatives) and arts and crafts.
FENCE means a structure used as an enclosure or for screening purposes about all or part of a
lot or a swimming pool but does not include a retaining wall.
FINANCIAL SERVICES means the provision of financial and investment services by a bank,
trust company, investment dealer, credit union, mortgage broker, insurance company or related
business.
FLEA MARKET means an occasional or periodic sales activity held within a building, structure
or open area where groups of individual sellers offer goods, new and used, for sale to the
public.
FLOOR AREA, GROSS (GFA) means the total floor area of the building or structure contained
within the exterior and basement walls.
FLOOR AREA RATIO means the gross floor area on all levels of all buildings and structures on
a lot, divided by the area of the lot.
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FRONTAGE means the length of a lot line which immediately adjoins a street other than a lane
or walkway.
FUNERAL SERVICES means premises used for the preparation of the dead for burial or
cremation and the holding of funeral services.
G
GAMING FACILITIES means premises customarily or regularly used for bingo or other games
of chance pursuant to a licence issued by or under the authority of the provincial government
and includes a social club for which gaming is licenced by the provincial authority.
GAS BARS means premises used for the sale of motor fuel, lubricating oils, automotive fluids
and associated convenience store products. The gas bar may be a self-service, full service, key
lock, card lock, or other similar operation. This does not include minor and major service
stations.
GENERAL INDUSTRIAL USE means premises used for one or more of the following:
processing of raw materials; the manufacturing or assembling of semi-finished or finished
goods, products or equipment; the storage, cleaning, servicing, repairing, design or testing of
materials, goods and equipment normally associated with industrial, business or household use;
terminals for the storage or transshipping of materials, goods and equipment; the distribution
and sale of materials, bulk goods and equipment to institutions, industrial or commercial
businesses for their direct use or to general retail stores or other use classes for resale to
individual customers; or the training of personnel in general industrial operations. This use
includes incidental and ancillary retail and office facilities.
GOLF COURSE means an area used for playing golf, and typically includes a club house,
driving range, accessory retail sales, and an eating and drinking establishment.
GRADE means the lowest of the average levels of finished ground adjoining each exterior wall
of a building, except that localized depressions such as those used for or intended for vehicle or
pedestrian entrances need not be considered in the determination of average levels of finished
ground.
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GREENHOUSES AND PLANT NURSERIES means premises used primarily for the raising,
storage and sale of produce, bedding, household, ornamental plants and related materials such
as tools, soil, and fertilizers.
GROSS LEASABLE AREA means the total floor area contained within the exterior and
basement walls, which is designed to be used exclusively for tenant occupancy.
GROUP HOME, MAJOR means a community care facility licensed as required under the
Community Care and Assisted Living Act to provide room and board for residents with physical,
mental, social, or behavioural problems that require professional care, guidance and
supervision, but does not include boarding or lodging houses or temporary shelter services.
GROUP HOME, MINOR means the use of one single family dwelling unit as a care facility
licensed as required under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act to provide room and
board for not more than 6 residents with physical, mental, social, or behavioural problems that
require professional care, guidance and supervision. A group home, minor may include, to a
maximum of four, any combination of staff and residents not requiring care. The character of the
use is that the occupants live together as a single housekeeping group and use a common
kitchen. This use does not include boarding or lodging houses or temporary shelter services.
H
HEALTH SERVICES means development used for the provision of physical or mental health
services on an out-patient basis. Services may be of a preventative, diagnostic, treatment,
therapeutic, rehabilitative, or counselling nature, and may include medical and dental offices,
chiropractors, massage therapists and acupuncture clinics, health clinics, and counselling
services.
HEIGHT means the greatest vertical distance from the grade to the highest point on a building
or structure.
HIGHWAY means a street, road, lane, bridge, and any way open to public use.
HOME OCCUPATION means the accessory use of a dwelling unit for a business by a resident
who resides on the premises.
HOTEL means the use of a building with a common entrance lobby and shared corridors, to
provide sleeping accommodation for transient visitors and may include public facilities such as
eating and drinking establishments, banquet, beverage, meeting and convention rooms,
recreation facilities, and personal service establishments for the convenience of guests.
HOUSEHOLD REPAIR SERVICES means premises used for the provision of repair to goods,
equipment and small appliances normally found within the home.
I
INDUSTRIAL ZONES are any zones described in Section 11 of this Bylaw.
INSTITUTIONAL ZONES are any zones described in Section 12 of this Bylaw.
K
KITCHEN means facilities for the preparation or cooking of food, and includes any room
containing counters, cabinets, plumbing, or wiring which, may be intended or used for the
preparation or cooking of food.
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L
LANDSCAPING means the use of any combination of plantings including lawns, shrubs, trees,
original natural vegetation, or fencing, patios or other ornamental features for the purposes of
beautifying or screening the appearance of a lot.
LANE means a street more than 3.0 m but not greater than 10.0m in width.
LIBRARIES AND CULTURAL EXHIBITS means the use of premises for the collection of
literary, artistic, musical and similar reference materials in the form of books, manuscripts,
recordings and films for public use; or a development for the collection, preservation and public
exhibition of works or objects of historical, scientific or artistic value. Typical uses include
libraries, museums, and art galleries.
LIVESTOCK means cattle, horses, sheep, goats, swine, rabbits, fish, farmed game, poultry,
domesticated fowl, or exotic animals as prescribed by the Minister responsible for the
administration of the Farm Practices Protection (Right to Farm) Act.
LOADING SPACE means a temporary parking space reserved for the purpose of loading or
unloading goods and materials.
LOT means a parcel of land, including Crown Land, which is legally defined either by registered
plan or legal description.
LOT, CORNER means a lot situated at the intersection of two or more streets, or a lot that has
two adjoining lot lines abutting a street which substantially changes direction at any point where
it abuts the lot.
LOT LINE, FLANKING OR EXTERIOR SIDE means the lot line or lines not being the front or
rear lot line, common to the lot and a street.
LOT, INTERIOR means a lot other than a corner lot.
LOT LINE, INTERIOR SIDE means the lot line or lines, not being the front or rear lot line,
common to more than one (1) lot or to the lot and a lane.
LOT, PANHANDLE means a lot which has its primary legal access from a street through a
narrow strip of land which is an integral part of the lot. This narrow strip is referred to as the
access strip.
LOT, THROUGH means a lot which abuts two streets that are parallel or nearly parallel to the
lot.
LOT COVERAGE means the area of a lot or lots covered by buildings or structures or
impermeable surfaces.
LOT DEPTH means the horizontal distance between the mid-points of the front and rear lot
lines.
LOT LINE means the legally defined boundary of any lot.
LOT LINE, FRONT means, in the case of an interior lot, a lot line separating the lot from the
street; or in the case of a corner lot, a line separating the narrowest street frontage of the lot
from the street not including a corner rounding or corner cut; or in the case of a double fronting
lot, the front lot line shall be determined by the average front yard setback on that block.
LOT LINE, REAR means either the lot line opposite to, and most distant from, the front lot line,
or, where there is no such lot line, the point of intersection of any lot lines other than a front lot
line which is furthest from and opposite the front lot line.
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LOT LINE, SIDE means any lot boundary line which is not a front or rear lot line.
LOT WIDTH means the width of a lot where it abuts the street except in the case of an
irregularly shaped lot, where the width shall be the horizontal distance between the side lot lines
at the minimum front yard setback.
M
MANUFACTURED HOME means a manufactured or modular detached dwelling unit (CSA
A277 certified standards or B.C. Building Code standards) for residential occupancy. Typically
the home is constructed off property and transported to its place of use for placement on a
permanent foundation.
MANUFACTURED HOME SPACE means an area set aside and designated within a
manufactured home park for the installation and placement of a manufactured home, including
space for the exclusive accessory use by the owner or occupant of that manufactured home.
MARIHUANA means all parts of the genus cannabis, whether growing or not and the seed or
clone of such plants.
MEDICAL MARIHUANA PRODUCTION FACILITY means the use of land, buildings and
structures for the federally licensed research and development, testing, production,
administration, packaging and labelling, and distribution of medical marihuana, cannabis and
related substances, including temporary indoor storage and destruction of plants or any
component thereof.
MOBILE HOME means a detached dwelling unit constructed to CSA Z240 or CSA Z241
standards for residential occupancy, designed to be transportable on wheels.
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MOBILE HOME PARK means a parcel of land for the placement of two or more mobile homes.
This does not include the situation where an additional agricultural dwelling is located on a lot
where the principal dwelling is a manufactured home.
MOBILE VENDOR means any person who, from a motor vehicle, trailer or cycle, as defined
and licensed under the Motor Vehicle Act, sells, or offers for sale food, merchandise or a
service, or who advertises or takes orders for goods or services.
MOTEL means a building or group of buildings divided into self-contained sleeping or dwelling
units, each with a separate exterior entrance and convenient access to on-site parking. Motels
may include eating and drinking establishments and personal service establishments.
N
NATURAL BOUNDARY means the visible high water mark of any wetland, river, stream or
other body of water where the presence and action of the water are so common and usual, and
so long continued in all ordinary years, as to mark the soil of the bed of the body of water a
character distinct from that of its banks, in vegetation, as well as in the nature of the soil itself.
NON-ACCESSORY PARKING means the provision of vehicular parking as a primary use and
includes surface parking lots and parking structures located above or below grade.
NON-RESIDENTIAL ZONES are any zones other than those described in Section 9 of this
Bylaw.
O
OFFICE means the use of a building or part of a building for administrative or professional
purposes and may include accessory retail sales of goods.
OPEN SPACE means that portion of a lot not occupied by parking or vehicle areas, buildings,
accessible to, and suitable for gardens, landscaping, and recreational use by building tenants or
residents.
OUTDOOR STORAGE means the accessory storage of equipment, goods, and materials in the
open air where such storage of goods and materials does not involve the erection of permanent
structures or the material alteration of the existing state of the land. This use does not include
vehicle, recreational vehicle or boat storage.
P
PARAPET or PARAPET WALL means that portion of a perimeter building wall that rises above
the roof.
PARK means any outdoor land used for passive or active recreation of the public including tot-
lots, playgrounds, walkways, trails, environmentally sensitive areas, band shells, forest reserve,
wildlife sanctuary, greenbelts, conservation areas, buffers, nature interpretation areas, and
similar land uses. It includes all natural and man-made landscaping, facilities, playing fields,
access, trails, buildings and structures consistent with the general purpose of public park land.
PARKING AREA means the accessory use of a lot or part of a lot or a building for the
temporary parking of more than one vehicle by customers, employees and the public at large.
PARKING SPACE means a space of the size and dimensions to park one vehicle in
conformance with Section 6 of this Bylaw exclusive of driveways, aisles, ramps, or obstructions.
PARTICIPANT RECREATION SERVICES, INDOOR means facilities within an enclosed
building for sports, active recreation and performing and cultural arts where patrons are
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predominantly participants. Typical uses include athletic clubs, health and fitness clubs,
swimming pools, rifle and pistol ranges, bowling alleys, and racquet clubs.
PARTICIPANT RECREATION SERVICES, OUTDOOR means facilities which are available to
the public at large for sports and non-motorized active recreation conducted outdoors. Typical
uses include miniature golf courses, sports fields, and riding stables.
PASSIVE RECREATION means the use of land for outdoor recreation activities, such as trails
or walkways for the use of the public on private land reserved and protected by Statutory Right
of Way that do not involve the use of buildings or structures.
PAWNSHOP means a shop for the purchase or sale of goods or chattels or for taking in goods
or chattels by way of security for money advanced on them, and purchases, receives or takes in
goods or chattels and pays, advances or ends on them a sum of money under an agreement
expressed, implied or to be from the nature and character of the dealing reasonably inferred,
that those goods or chattels may be afterwards redeemed or repurchased on any terms.
PERSONAL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT means the use of a building for the provision of
personal services to an individual which are related to the care and appearance of the body or
the cleaning and repair of personal effects. Typical uses include barber shops, hairdressers,
manicurists, tailors, dress makers, shoe repair shops, dry cleaning establishments, and
laundries but does not include health services, massage parlours or escort services.
PREMISES means an area of land, including a lot or parcel of land with or without buildings.
PRINCIPAL DWELLING, PRINCIPAL USE, BUILDING OR STRUCTURE means a dwelling,
use, building or structure in the list of permitted uses in the zones of this Bylaw, which:
- typically occupies the major or central portion of a parcel;
- is the chief or main dwelling, use, building or structure on a parcel; and
- is the primary purpose for which the parcel is used.
PRIVATE AMENITY SPACE means an outdoor or indoor area designed and provided for use by
individual dwelling units. Parking areas, driveways, service areas, and storage areas do not
constitute amenity space. Amenity spaces are defined by landscaping or fencing.
PRIVATE CLUB means a development used for the meeting, social, or recreational activities of
members of a philanthropic, social service, non-profit, athletic, business or fraternal
organization. Private clubs may include rooms for eating, drinking and general assembly and
may hold a liquor license.
PUBLIC AMENITY SPACE means an outdoor or indoor area designed and provided for use by
all residents of a residential development for cultural, social or recreational activities. Parking
areas, driveways, decks and patios intended for individual dwelling units, service areas, and
storage areas do not constitute amenity space.
R
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE means a vehicle required to be registered by the Ministry of
Transportation intended for travel, vacation, or recreational use and includes travel trailers,
motorized homes, slide-in campers, chassis-mounted campers, boats, all-terrain vehicles,
snowmobiles and tent trailers but does not include manufactured homes.
RECYCLING DEPOTS means premises used for the buying, collection, sorting, and temporary
storage of bottles, cans, newspapers and similar household goods for reuse where all storage is
contained within an enclosed building.
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RELIGIOUS ASSEMBLY means a building wherein people regularly assemble for religious
worship and ancillary religious, philanthropic or social activities which is maintained and
controlled for public worship. This use also includes accessory manses or rectories.
RESIDENTIAL SALES CENTRE means a permanent or temporary building or structure used
for a limited period of time for the purpose of marketing residential land or buildings.
RESIDENTIAL SECURITY OPERATOR UNIT means an accessory building or portion of a
building used to provide on-site accommodation by the employer for persons employed on the
property, a residence for the site caretaker or operator of a commercial establishment, or for the
on-duty security personnel at a storage facility when permitted in a zone. No more than one
residential security operator unit is permitted on a site.
RESIDENTIAL ZONES means any zones described in Section 9 of this Bylaw, and in which the
minimum tenancy period is 1 month.
RETAIL LIQUOR SALES ESTABLISHMENT means the use of a building whether beer, wine
and liquor are offered for sale and includes the enclosed storage of limited quantities of such
items sufficient only to service such a store. Licensed retail stores must be operated by the
holder of an existing license issued in accordance with the Liquor Control and Licensing Act.
RETAIL STORE, GENERAL means the use of a building where goods, merchandise and other
materials are offered for sale at retail to the general public and includes limited on-site storage
or limited seasonal outdoor sales to support that store's operations. Typical uses include but are
not limited to grocery, hardware, pharmaceutical, clothing, appliance and sporting goods stores.
This use excludes warehouse sales and the sale of gasoline, heavy agricultural and industrial
equipment, second-hand goods, and retail stores requiring outdoor storage.
S
SECONDARY SUITE means a self-contained, dwelling unit located within, and subordinate to,
another dwelling unit. A secondary suite has its own separate cooking, sleeping and bathing
facilities. It has direct access to the outside without passing through any part of the principal
unit. This use does not include apartment housing or boarding and lodging houses.
SERVICE STATIONS, MAJOR means a use providing for the servicing or repairing of vehicles;
and the sale of gasoline, other petroleum products, and a limited range of vehicle parts and
accessories. Major service stations may include eating and drinking establishments as an
ancillary use.
SERVICE STATIONS, MINOR means a use providing for routine servicing or repair of vehicles
within a building containing not more than three service bays; and for the sale of gasoline,
petroleum products, and a limited range of automotive parts and accessories.
SHOPPING CENTRE means a group of commercial establishments in one or more buildings.
SPECTATOR ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENT means an enclosed building designed
specifically for the presentation of live artistic performances or the showing of motion pictures.
Typical uses include auditoria, cinemas, theatres, and concert halls.
SPECTATOR SPORTS ESTABLISHMENT means facilities intended for sports and athletic
events which are held primarily for public entertainment, where patrons attend on a recurring
basis. Typical uses include stadiums, arenas, animal and vehicle racing tracks.
STOREY means that portion of a building which is situated between the top of any floor and the
top of the floor next above it, and if there is no floor above it, that portion between the top of
such floor and the ceiling above it.
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STOREY, FIRST means the uppermost storey having its floor level not more than 2.0 m above
building grade.
STOREY, HALF means a storey under a sloping roof, the walls of which, on at least two
opposite walls, are not more than 0.6 m above the finished floor of such a storey. A half storey
also includes a basement with walls between 0.6m and 2.0m high lying between building grade
and the level of the finished floor directly above it.
STREET means a public right of way that affords the principal access to abutting properties. It
can include a thoroughfare, street, trail, avenue, parkway, driveway, highway, road, viaduct,
alley, bridge, trestleway, or other public right of way that is ordinarily used for vehicular traffic,
parking, and pedestrians and is located on publicly owned lands. It includes sidewalks, curbs,
boulevards, ditches and traffic lanes.
STRUCTURE means a construction of any kind whether fixed to or supported by or sunk into
land or water including but not limited to towers, flag poles, swimming pools, docks, signs and
tanks.
T
TANDEM PARKING means two parking spaces, one behind the other, with a common or
shared point of access to a maneuvering aisle, lane or street.
TOURIST CAMPSITES means the use of land which has been planned and improved for the
seasonal short term use of holiday trailers, motor homes, tents, campers and similar
recreational vehicles, and is not used as year round storage or accommodation.
TRUCK AND MANUFACTURED HOME SALES AND RENTALS means development used for
the sale or rental of new or used trucks, motorhomes, manufactured homes, and automobiles
together with incidental maintenance services and the sale of parts and accessories. Typical
uses include but are not limited to truck dealerships, recreation vehicle sales, and manufactured
home dealerships.
U
USE means the purposes for which land or a building is arranged or intended, or for which
either land, a building, or a structure is, or may be, occupied and maintained.
USED GOODS STORES means development used for the retail sale of second-hand or used
major and minor household goods, including the refurbishing and repair of the goods being sold.
This does not include the sale of used vehicles, recreation craft or construction and industrial
equipment, or flea markets, or auctioneering establishments.
UTILITY SERVICES, MAJOR IMPACT means premises used for utility infrastructure purposes
which are likely to have a major impact on adjacent uses by virtue of their potential emissions or
effects, or their appearance. Typical uses include but are not limited to, sewage treatment
plants, water treatment plants, major pumphouses, water towers or tanks, sewage lagoons,
snow dumping sites, sludge disposal beds, garbage transfer and compacting stations, power
terminal and distributing stations, power generating stations, cooling plants, equipment and
material storage yards for vehicles, utilities and services, district heating plants, incinerators,
and waste recycling plants.
UTILITY SERVICES, MINOR IMPACT means premises used for utility infrastructure purposes
which are likely to have only minor impact on the environment or adjacent land uses by virtue of
appearance, noise, size, traffic generation or operational characteristics. Typical uses in this
class include but are not limited to telephone exchanges, wire centres, switching centres,
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surface reservoirs or storm water lakes including adjacent landscaping and walkways, minor
pumphouses, communication towers, gate stations for natural gas distribution, and transit
terminals.
V
VACATION RENTAL means the rental of all or part of a dwelling other than a Bed and
Breakfast Home for less than 30 days.
VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT SERVICES, INDUSTRIAL means premises used for the sale,
rental, service, or repair of heavy vehicles, machinery or mechanical equipment typically used in
building, roadway, pipeline, oil field and mining construction, manufacturing, assembling and
processing operations and agricultural production. This does not include truck and
manufactured home sales or rentals.
W
WALKWAY means a street or portion of a street intended to carry pedestrian and non-motorized
traffic only, except that a walkway may be designed to afford emergency vehicle use.
WATERCOURSE means any natural depression with visible banks, that contains water at some
time, and includes any wetland, river, stream, creek, spring, ravine, swamp, gulch, coulee,
wetland, or surface source of water, whether containing fish or not, including intermittent
streams, and drainage works that contain fish.
WAREHOUSING AND STORAGE means a use where goods are stored within an enclosed
building, or in an enclosed outdoor storage area. This use may include associated offices and
packaging areas, but does not include retail sales to the public.
WINERIES AND CIDERIES means a facility for the production of wine or cider and includes the
sale of these products produced on the site and the limited consumption of the products at the
site; includes a farm winery, an estate winery, or an estate cidery licenced under the Liquor
Control and Licencing Act.
Y
YARD means an area created by the required minimum building setback from the property line,
measured 0.5 m above grade.
YARD, FLANKING OR EXTERIOR SIDE means that part of the lot which extends from a front
yard to the rear yard between the exterior or flanking side lot line and the nearest wall or
supporting member of a building or structure.
YARD, FRONT means the area between side lot lines extending from the front lot line to the
nearest wall or supporting member of a building or structure.
YARD, REAR means the area between the side lot lines extending from the rear lot line to the
nearest wall or supporting member of a building or structure.
YARD, SIDE means that part of the lot which extends from a front yard to the rear yard between
the side lot line and the nearest wall or supporting member of a building or structure.
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Z
ZONE means the areas into which the City is divided in accordance with Section 1.12.1 of this
Bylaw and shown on the maps attached as Schedule "A" of this Bylaw, and for which specific
regulations are outlined herein.
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SECTION 3 -GENERAL REGULATIONS
3.1.
Application
3.1.1. Except as otherwise specified by this Bylaw, Section 3 applies to all zones
established under this Bylaw
3.2.
Permitted Uses and Structures
3.2.1. The following uses, buildings and structures are permitted in any zone, except as
otherwise specified:
(a) Transit stops;
(b) Civic plazas;
(c) Community gardens;
(d) Parks, playgrounds and recreational trails;
(e) The use of a building or part thereof as a temporary polling station,
election official's headquarters, candidate's campaign office, and any
other official temporary use in connection with a federal, provincial, or
municipal election, referendum or census;
(f) The use of a building, or part thereof, as a constituency office for a
Federal Member of Parliament or a Provincial Member of the Legislative
Assembly when located in a Commercial, Industrial or Institutional zone.
Any signage for the constituency office will be required to meet the
provisions of the City of Armstrong Signage Regulation Bylaw;
(g) A temporary structure which is incidental to the erection, maintenance,
alteration, or sales of a building, structure, lot or utility for which a
building, development permit or preliminary layout approval has been
issued provided that the structure is removed within 30 days of project
completion or one year following the issuance of a building permit;
(h) A waste receptacle for the purposes of active removal of debris;
(i) Landscaping, where the existing grade and surface drainage pattern is
not materially altered and where the installation will not create off-site
impacts;
(j) Railways except private sidings;
(k) Pipelines, and irrigation ditches, conduits, flumes, and pumphouses;
(l) Minor impact utility services underground or within statutory rights-of-way
and utility poles and anchors;
(m) Construction, maintenance and repair of walkways, pathways and
driveways;
3.3.
Prohibited Uses and Structures
3.3.1. The following uses, buildings and structures are prohibited:
(a) Any use which is not expressly permitted either as a principal or
accessory use, or a use permitted in the zone;
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(b) An accessory use, in the absence of an associated lawfully established
and ongoing principal use located on the same property;
(c) Occupancy of a recreational vehicle for more than 10 days in a period of
30 consecutive days;
(d) Vacation Rentals;
(e) Storage use, except in a rear yard;
(f) A use that is carried on wholly or partly in a tent, trailer or manufactured
home, except as may be permitted under the provisions of this Bylaw;
(g) The keeping of livestock, except on a lot within an Agricultural zone or
otherwise as expressly permitted by this Bylaw;
(h) Medical Marihuana Production Facilities except on lands within the
Agricultural Land Reserve, subject to the provisions of this Bylaw.
3.4.
Prohibited Vehicles and Equipment
3.4.1. No owner, lessee, tenant, or person shall:
(a) place or permit more than one truck or commercial vehicle not exceeding
7,000 kg. licensed gross vehicle weight on a lot in a Residential zone;
(b) place or permit a utility trailer exceeding 6m in length on a lot in a
Residential zone;
(c) permit a motor vehicle in a state of disrepair or derelict for more than 30
days on a lot in a Residential zone;
(d) permit more than two recreational vehicles outdoors on a lot in a
Residential zone;
(e) permit a fuel storage tank with a capacity exceeding 205 L on a lot in a
Residential zone;
(f) place or permit a shipping Container on a lot in a Residential Zone unless
in accordance with Section 3.11.1; or
(g) store any equipment or building materials on a lot in a Residential Zone,
except when the owner, lessee or occupier of the premises is in
possession of a valid building permit, and the materials stored are to be
used for the completion of the building or development in accordance with
the applicable building permit.
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3.5.
Projections Into Yards
3.5.1. Chimneys, cornices, leaders, pilasters, belt courses, sills, bay windows, a
cantilevered section of a building or ornamental features may project into a
required yard, provided such projections do not exceed 0.6m. Structural
projections, excluding purely architectural or aesthetic features, shall comprise
not more than 20% of an exterior wall in which it is located. For buildings or
structures that are more than one storey, the area of the structural projection
shall be calculated per storey.
3.5.2. Unenclosed steps, eaves, awnings, decks, canopies, balconies, or porches may
project into a required yard provided such projections do not exceed 0.6m.
3.5.3. Entrance canopies or awnings used for weather protection on apartment
buildings may project no more than 3.0m into a front yard or a flanking side yard
or may project towards a side lot line provided that no part of the projecting
feature is less than 1.5m from a side lot line.
3.5.4. All canopies and awnings shall be designed to direct run-off and snow away from
the sidewalk below.
3.5.5. Utilities, storage tanks, underground parking and similar structures constructed
entirely beneath the surface of the ground may encroach into required yards
provided such underground encroachments do not result in a grade inconsistent
with abutting properties and the encroachments are covered by appropriate
landscaping or hard surface as the case may be.
3.6.
Accessory Structures
3.6.1. No person shall erect or permit to be erected a satellite dish, radio or television
mast in a Residential zone:
(a) that is located in a required front or side yard or projects over any lot line;
or
(b) is higher than the height permitted for any accessory structure in that
zone unless the property owner or tenant holds a current Amateur Radio
License issued by Industry Canada.
(c) Notwithstanding Section 3.6.2. (a), an accessory building or structure on
a lot in a non-Residential zone which abuts a lot in a Residential zone
shall not be less than 1.5m from the boundary of the lot in a Residential
zone.
(d) Accessory buildings or structures in Residential zones
(e) Accessory buildings or structures are not permitted in a required front
yard.
(f) An accessory building or structure shall not be used as a dwelling, unless
it is a permitted Dwelling Unit.
(g) Lot coverage of accessory buildings or structures shall not exceed 14% or
a maximum area of 90m² for accessory buildings in Residential zones.
(h) Mechanical equipment shall not be located in a front yard and is to
comply with the side and rear yard lot line setbacks for the principal
building.
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(i) In addition to the provisions of Section 3.6.3(d), the distance between an
accessory building and the side lot line abutting a flanking street, shall not
be less than the exterior side yard abutting a flanking street required for
the principal building.
(j) An accessory building or structure on any double fronting lot shall be sited
as if a front yard is required on both lot lines abutting streets.
3.7.
Height and Grade
3.7.1. In determining whether a development conforms to the maximum height
permitted in any zone, structures such as chimney stacks, aerials, antennae,
water towers, wind machines, monuments, observation and transmission towers,
farm silos, steeples, elevator housings, roof stairway entrances, ventilating
equipment, skylights, or flagpoles for federal, provincial, or municipal flags shall
not be considered for the purpose of determining the height.
3.7.2. Where the width of a dormer or dormers exceeds 50% of the width of the roof on
which they are located the height of the dormer will be measured as if it were the
main roof.
3.8.
Lighting
3.8.1. Any outdoor lighting for any purpose shall be located and arranged so that light
rays are deflected downward to minimize impact on surrounding development,
and to ensure that no direct rays of light are directed at any adjoining properties
or interfere with the effectiveness of any traffic control device.
3.8.2. Site areas with public access shall provide site lighting as necessary to
encourage pedestrian safety.
3.9.
Utility Cabinets
3.9.1. Minor utility cabinets for the provision of telephone, power, cable television or
other utility services, when located outside a statutory right-of-way, shall comply
with the following:
(a) a cabinet less than 1.8m in height with no horizontal dimension exceeding
1.0m need not comply with any yard requirements in any zone;
(b) a cabinet less than 1.8 m in height with a horizontal dimension between
1.0m and 2.0m must be set back at least 1.0m from a lot line; and
(c) a cabinet greater than 1.8m in height or with a horizontal dimension
exceeding 2.0m shall comply with the setbacks for accessory structures
in that zone.
3.10. Moving of Buildings
3.10.1. The moving of buildings and structures from one lot to any other lot within the
City of Armstrong or from outside of the City of Armstrong to a lot within the City,
shall not be permitted except in the following circumstances:
(a) Manufactured Homes and Mobile Homes shall be permitted to be moved
onto any lot that is zoned Mobile Home Park (RMP); and
(b) Manufactured Homes shall be permitted to be moved into any lot that is
zoned to permit Dwelling Units; and
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(c) Buildings and structures shall be permitted to be moved onto lots that are
zoned to permit Administration, Service and Assembly (P.2) uses,
provided that said buildings and structures are permitted within the
applicable zone and provided that they meet all zoning, building code,
and fire code requirements; and
(d) Designated Heritage buildings and structures may be moved onto any lot
within the City of Armstrong pursuant to a Heritage Revitalization
Agreement adopted by Council in accordance with Part 27 of the Local
Government Act.
3.11.
Containers
3.11.1. The following conditions shall apply to the use of Containers:
(a) Containers painted in one colour only and displaying no signage or
advertising are permitted in all Commercial zones, subject to the
following:
(i)
Containers shall be regulated as an accessory building or
structure where permitted in a zone, except that only one
Container may be placed on any single property; and.
(ii)
Containers must not be used for human habitation with the
exception of use as a workshop where permitted in a zone, and
in accordance with an approved Building Permit.
(b) No flammable, explosive or hazardous goods shall be stored in a
Container without the express permission of the Fire Chief or his
designate.
3.12. Highway Access and Services
3.12.1. No building, structure, or lot in any zone shall be used for any purpose that
requires Highway access or services unless:
(a) the owner has obtained proper authorization to have the required services
installed and has installed such services in accordance with the City of
Armstrong Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw currently in
effect; and
(b) the lot has actual physical access from the street in accordance with the
City of Armstrong Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw.
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SECTION 4 - SPECIFIC USE REGULATIONS
4.1.
Application
4.1.1. The specific use regulations shall apply to all development unless otherwise
exempted in this section.
4.1.2. If these regulations are in conflict with any zone development regulations or
general regulations, these specific use regulations shall take precedence.
4.2.
Home Occupations
4.2.1. Where a Home Occupation is permitted within a Residential zone, the following
regulations shall apply:
(a) The Home Occupation shall be accessory to the principal use of the
premises for residential purposes;
(b) The Home Occupation must be carried out wholly within the dwelling unit
or within an accessory building;
(c) The character and appearance of the dwelling unit or the accessory
building must remain residential except that a sign for the Home
Occupation is permitted in accordance with the City of Armstrong Sign
Bylaw;
(d) Only persons residing in the dwelling unit shall be employed in the Home
Occupation;
(e) The Home Occupation shall not generate more than two client visits at a
time to the site from which the business is being operated;
(f) The maximum floor area for a Home Occupation located on the property
is 25% of the total floor area of the principal dwelling to a maximum of
45m²;
(g) A food catering business operating lawfully within a dwelling may
establish one additional kitchen provided that its installation is required by
the Health Authority and that the kitchen must be removed should that
Home Occupation cease.
(h) No nuisance from noise, vibration, smoke, dust, odours, heat, glare,
electrical or radio disturbance shall be produced by the Home
Occupation;
4.2.2. Prohibited Activities
(a) The following activities related to a Home Occupation are prohibited:
(i)
Exterior storage;
(ii)
Business activities outside the principal or accessory use
building;
(iii)
The sale or display of any goods, wares, merchandise or
foodstuffs which are not produced or made on the premises,
except for mail order sales, telephone sales, or goods where the
customer does not enter the premises to inspect or pick up the
goods, or products incidental to the service provided;
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(iv)
Serving and consumption of foodstuffs;
(v)
On site parking of commercial vehicles larger than 7000 kg
gross vehicle weight; and
(vi)
On site parking of heavy industrial equipment.
4.3.
Bed and Breakfast Homes
4.3.1. Bed and breakfast homes shall comply with the following regulations:
(a) The bed and breakfast home shall be operated as an accessory use only
within the principal building, with a maximum 3 sleeping units having
accommodation for a maximum of two guests per sleeping unit, of a
minimum area of 11m² each;
(b) Bed and breakfast homes shall not change the principal residential
character or external appearance of the dwelling involved.
(c) The licensed operator of a bed and breakfast home must reside in the
dwelling in which the bed and breakfast operation is located.
(d) Parking areas and open space to be used by guests of a bed and
breakfast home shall be provided on the same lot and be oriented away
from abutting development to minimize the impact of the operation on
neighbouring properties.
(e) All parking area and open space to be used by guests of a bed and
breakfast home are to be visually screened from abutting properties by
opaque fencing or landscaping.
(f) Bed and Breakfast Homes shall not be operated on the same lot as a
Group Home or Boarding or Lodging House or on a lot with more than
one dwelling unit.
4.4.
Boarding or Lodging Houses
4.4.1. A boarding house shall comply with the following regulations:
(a) Not more than two boarders shall be permitted to reside in the dwelling
unit;
(b) Meals shall not be prepared within the rental units; and
(c) There shall be no indication from the outside that the dwelling unit is
being use for boarding house purposes;
4.5.
Drive-Through Services
4.5.1. The minimum site width for a development of a Drive-Through Service shall be
30.0m.
4.5.2. Site area shall be provided as follows:
(a) The minimum site area for any development incorporating a Drive-
Through Service shall be 930m² and the maximum site coverage shall be
30%.
(b) The minimum site area for a Service Station shall be 1,200m² and the
maximum site coverage, including pump islands, shall not exceed 30%.
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4.5.3. Queuing space shall be provided as follows:
(a) For Drive-Through Services that service vehicles, excluding car washes,
a minimum of three in-bound and two out-bound queuing spaces shall be
provided for each service bay.
(b) Each queuing space referenced in sub section 4.7.3. (a) shall be a
minimum of 6.0m long and 3.0m wide. Queuing lanes shall provide
sufficient space for turning and maneuvering in accordance with Section 6
Access, Parking and Loading.
4.5.4. Service Stations and Gas Bars shall adhere to the following:
(a) All pump islands shall be located at least 6.0m from any property line or
parking area on the site, or laneways intended to control traffic circulation
on the site;
(b) A canopy over a pump island shall not extend to within 3.0m of the
property line of the site; and
(c) The canopy area for a Service Station or Gas Bar shall not constitute part
of the site coverage.
4.6.
Car Washes
4.6.1. Car washing establishments shall provide a minimum of 5 vehicle storage spaces
per automated washing bay at the entrance end of the facility with each vehicle
storage space having a minimum dimension of 6.0m long and 3.0m wide.
4.6.2. Where the washing bay is coin operated and the vehicle is manually washed by
an occupant of the vehicle a minimum of 2 vehicle storage spaces shall be
provided at the entrance end of the facility.
4.7.
Medical Marihuana Production Facilities
4.7.1. The following conditions shall apply to Medical Marihuana Production Facilities:
(a) Medical Marihuana Production Facilities shall be located only on
properties with a minimum parcel size of one hectare, within the
Agricultural Land Reserve;
(b) All activities associated with Medical Marihuana Production Facilities shall
be housed completely within an enclosed building and there shall be no
outdoor storage or display.
(c) Nothing shall be done which is or will be become an annoyance or
nuisance to the surrounding areas by reason of unsightliness, the
emission of odours, liquid effluence, dust fumes, smoke, vibration, noise
or glare, nor shall anything be done which creates or causes a health,
fire, or explosion hazard, electrical interference or undue traffic
congestion.
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SECTION 5 - SCREENING AND LANDSCAPING
5.1.
Screening
5.1.1. Landscape screening consisting of a solid, opaque 2.5m (8.202 feet) fence or
wall, which shall be uniformly painted, well maintained and not used for
advertising, display purposes or for the posting of notices, or a compact
evergreen hedge not less than 2m (6.562 feet) in height, which shall be
maintained in good condition at all times, shall be provided as follows:
(a) In Commercial, Industrial and Residential (with more than 4 dwelling
units) zones, any part of a lot used or intended to be used as an outside
storage area shall be completely screened from public view, and from
adjacent properties, and no material shall be piled to extend above such
screening.
(b) Where any Commercial, Industrial, or Residential (with more than 4
dwelling units) parking or display area abuts a lot in a Residential zone, or
is separated by a lane therefrom, screening of 2m (6.562 feet) in height
shall be provided and properly maintained along the common property
boundary.
(c) Notwithstanding the requirements of Subsection 5.1.1. (b) above,
screening along a lane shall be not less than 0.7m (2.297 feet) and not
more than 1.1m (3.609 feet) in height for a distance of not less than 6m
(19.68 feet) from all points of ingress and egress to and from such
parking or display area.
(d) In Commercial, Industrial and Residential (with more than 4 dwelling
units) zones, garbage containers shall be screened from public view, and
from adjacent properties, with walls, fencing, hedging, planting or other
opaque screening materials. Such containers shall not be sited adjacent
to a property boundary abutting a lot in a zone other than a Commercial,
Industrial or Residential (with more than 4 dwelling units) zones and shall
be sited in accordance with the provisions of Section 3.6. (Accessory
Structures) of this Bylaw.
(e) In Commercial zones, Containers (as defined in Section 2) shall be
screened from public view, and from adjacent properties, with walls,
fencing, hedging, planting or other opaque screening materials. Such
containers shall not be sited adjacent to a property boundary abutting a
lot in a zone other than Commercial zone and shall be sited in
accordance with provisions of the Commercial Zones of this bylaw.
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5.1.2. The height of screening in the form of fencing or landscaping shall be determined
by measurement from the ground level. In the case of a sloping lot, fence height
shall be measured at the midpoint between fence posts.
5.1.3. Any portion of a retaining wall which projects above the surface of the ground
which it supports shall be considered as a screen and subject to the regulations
of this Section.
5.1.4. Notwithstanding Subsections 5.1.1. (c) and 5.1.3. above, in cases where a
retaining wall has been constructed along a property line, the height of screening
shall be determined by the measurement from the surface of the ground which
the retaining wall supports as illustrated in the following diagram:
5.1.5. Rooftop, mechanical and electrical equipment in zones other than Agricultural
zones shall be screened from view from a public roadway or adjacent property at
grade.
5.1.6. Subject to the vision clearance provisions of Subsection 5.2.1. the following
height limitations shall apply to screening:
(a) In all zones, fences and hedges not greater than 1.2m (3.937 feet) in
height may be located anywhere on a lot.
(b) In all zones, except Industrial zones, fences or walls not greater than 2m
(6.562 feet) in height may be located on any lot to the rear of a required
front yard, except along an exterior side lot line, in which case the
maximum fence height shall be 1.2m (3.937 feet).
(c) In Industrial zones, fences or hedges not greater than 2.5m (8.202 feet) in
height may be located on any lot to the rear of a required front yard.
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(d) In Residential zones, where the rear line of a lot abuts the side line of an
adjoining lot, the height of fences, walls, or hedges, on such rear lot line
shall be not greater than the height permitted on the side line of an
adjoining lot at the point of abutment.
5.2.
Sight Line Triangle
5.2.1. A fence, wall structure, hedge, bush, shrub, tree or other visual obstruction must
not be erected maintained or allowed to grow to a height greater than 1.0m in the
area bounded by the intersection of lot lines at
(a) a street corner (A) and
(b) a line joining points along said lot line 6m from their points of intersection
(B).
For additional guidance, see illustration below:
5.2.2. Subsection. 5.1.6. and 5.2.1. above shall not apply to open mesh or chain link
type fences erected on cemetery, public playground, park, playfield, elementary,
or high school areas, and in Commercial and Industrial zones. In these cases, no
such fence shall exceed a height of 3.5m (11.48 feet).
5.3.
Landscaping
5.3.1. Landscaping buffers shall be provided and well maintained at all times, as
follows:
(a) Where any commercial, industrial or residential (more than 4 dwelling
units) development abuts a lot in a Residential Zone, a landscaped buffer
area shall be provided and maintained, along the common property
boundary, with a minimum width of 2m (6.562 feet).
(b) Where any commercial or industrial development abuts a Controlled
Access Highway, a landscaped buffer area shall be provided and
maintained with a minimum width of 8m (26.25 feet).
(c) Where any commercial or industrial development abuts any other
highway, a landscaped buffer area shall be provided with a minimum
A
B
B
A
B
B
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width equal to the lesser of 2m (6.562 feet) or the required front or
exterior side yard setback of the applicable zone.
(d) The remainder of the property that is not used for buildings, display,
parking, or access driveways shall be suitably landscaped.
5.3.2. Landscaping shall consist of the following:
(a) A minimum of five percent (5%) of the landscaped area shall be planted in
trees using the canopy area of the trees as a measure of the number and
size of trees required
(b) Other landscape materials including drought tolerant plants, xeriscaping
and measures for water conservation may be utilized subject to the
approval of the City of Armstrong.
5.3.3. All outdoor storage areas shall have a dust free surface.
5.3.4. Where automatic irrigation systems are used, no run-off will be permitted onto
sidewalks, streets or parking areas.
5.3.5. Where landscaping extends onto the road right of way boulevard, landscaping
shall be limited to low growing shrubs, perennials or ground cover. No boulders
or other large obstructions shall be permitted within the road right of way.
5.3.6. In no case shall codling moth host trees including apple and crabapple trees
(Malus spp.), pear trees (Pyrus spp.), quince trees (Cydonia oblonga) and
flowering quince or japonica trees (Chaenomeles japonica) be used for
landscaping.
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SECTION 6 - ACCESS, PARKING AND LOADING
6.1.
Driveway Access
6.1.1. Each vehicular access to and from a Highway shall comply with all requirements
of this bylaw and the Armstrong Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw
currently in effect.
6.1.2. Each Residentially zoned property shall have one (1) vehicular access point.
Additional access may be permitted if separated by a minimum distance of 18m.
6.1.3. Vehicular access in Residential zones shall be a maximum of 6m in width at the
point at which the vehicular access connects with the abutting Highway.
6.1.4. Location and specifications of vehicular access shall be as follows:
(a) Traffic safety and good engineering practices, including sight distances
shall govern the location of vehicular access to and from a Highway.
(b) Existing works, services and other infrastructure shall not be affected by
the installation or construction of vehicular access to or from a Highway;
(c) Vehicular access shall be constructed so as to ensure that surface
drainage from private property does not adversely affect the Highway or
adjacent properties;
(d) All portions of the vehicular access shall be constructed within the
frontage of the property served by the access; and
(e) The maximum grade for a private vehicular access shall be 2% for the
first 6m from the property line and 12% thereafter.
6.2.
Access to Panhandle Lots
6.2.1. For panhandle lots, the frontage required shall in no case be less than:
(a) 6m where the panhandle lot cannot be further subdivided; or
(b) 18m where the panhandle lot can be further subdivided into two or more
lots.
6.3.
Off-Street Vehicle Parking
6.3.1. Where any development is proposed, including new development, change of use
of existing development, or enlargement of existing development, off-street
vehicle parking (including parking for the disabled, and visitors) shall be provided
by the property owner in accordance with the requirements of this Bylaw.
6.3.2. Required off-street parking spaces shall not be used for off-street loading,
driveways, commercial repair work, display, sale, or storage of goods of any kind.
6.3.3. Number of Spaces
(a) The minimum number of off-street vehicle parking spaces required for
each use is specified in the Parking Schedule (Table 6.1) except where
additional parking is required by the Ministry of Transportation and
Infrastructure for sites with direct access to a provincial highway.
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(b) Where calculation of the total number of parking spaces yields a fractional
number, the required number of spaces shall be the next highest whole
number.
(c) Where more than one calculation of parking space requirements is
specified for a land use, the greater requirement shall be applied.
(d) Where the Parking Schedule does not clearly define requirements for a
particular development, the single use class or combination of use
classes most representative of the proposed development shall be used
to determine the parking requirements.
(e) Where a development consists of a mix of use classes, the total off-street
parking requirement shall be the sum of the off-street parking
requirements for each use class.
6.3.4. Parking Spaces for the Disabled shall be:
(a) designated if the B.C. Building Code deems that disabled access to the
development is required;
(b) designated as parking space for the disabled using appropriate signage;
and
(c) included in the calculation of the applicable minimum parking
requirement;
(d) as close as practical to the building entrance; and
(e) a minimum 3.7m in width and minimum 6.0m in length.
6.3.5. Parking Spaces for Visitors
(a) Parking spaces for visitors shall be provided in accordance with the
Parking Schedule (Table 6.1) of this Bylaw.
6.3.6. Location
(a) For residential use classes:
(i)
all required off-street parking shall be located on the site of the
development served by the parking;
(ii)
all visitor parking is to be easily accessible to the access points
of the corresponding development and or buildings;
(iii)
for developments with 2 or less dwelling units, no required off-
street parking spaces shall be located in the required front yard;
(iv)
for developments with 3 or more dwelling units, no off-street
parking shall be located within 1.5m of any side or rear property
line or within 3.0m of any flanking street.
(b) For non-residential use classes:
(i)
all required off-street parking shall be located on the site of the
development served by the parking;
(ii)
no off-street parking shall be located within 2.0m of any front
property line or any property line abutting a street; and
(iii)
no off-street parking shall be located within 1.5m of any side or
rear property line abutting Residential zones.
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6.3.7. Cash in Lieu of Parking
(i)
Despite Section 6.3.1., as an alternative to providing up to 50%
of the number of parking spaces required for commercial and
mixed use developments within the Town Centre Commercial
C.1 Zone, the City will accept payment of the amount to be paid
in respect of each required parking space that is not provided,
as may be established in the Fees and Charges Bylaw.
6.3.8. Size of Off-Street Parking Spaces
(a) Each required off-street parking space shall conform to the following
provisions as outlined in Figure 6.1 Parking Stall Dimensions and Figure
6.2 Parking Access Angles:
FIGURE 6.1 Parking Stall Dimensions
Angle
(A)
Width
(B)
Length (C) Offset (D)
Depth (E)
Drive Aisle
(F)
one way
Drive Aisle
(G)
Two way
90
2.5m
6.0m
0.0m
6.0m
7.0m
7.0m
60
2.5m
6.0m
6.6m
6.6m
5.5m
7.0m
45
2.5m
6.0m
6.2m
6.2m
3.6m
7.0m
parallel
2.5m
=7.0m
5.5m for
an end
space with
open end.
2.5m
2.5m
3.5m
7.0m
FIGURE 6.2 Parking Access Angles
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6.3.9. All parking spaces must have a clear vertical height of not less than 2.2m.
6.3.10. For parking spaces other than parallel parking spaces, up to 40% of the required
parking spaces may be of a length shorter than that required above, to a
minimum of 5.0m, a clear width of not less than 2.3m and a clear height of not
less than 2.2m.
6.3.11. Where the use of a parking space is limited on one side by a wall or a column,
the unobstructed width of the parking space shall be 2.8m and if in this case a
building door opens into the parking space on its long side, the unobstructed
width shall be 3.0m.
6.3.12. Tandem Parking
(a) Parking spaces may be configured in tandem for lots with 3 or fewer
dwelling units.
(b) In housing developments containing four or more dwelling units, tandem
parking may be allowed provided each dwelling has one directly
accessible parking space and guest parking is not in tandem.
6.4.
Off-Street Loading
6.4.1. Where any development is proposed, including new development, change of use
of existing development, or enlargement of existing development, off-street
loading spaces shall be provided by the property owner in accordance with the
requirements of this Bylaw.
6.4.2. Number of Spaces
(a) The minimum number of off-street loading spaces, including bus loading
spaces, required for each use is specified in the Loading Schedule (Table
6.2).
(b) Where calculation of the total number of loading spaces yields a fractional
number, the required number of spaces shall be the next highest whole
number.
(c) Where more than one calculation of loading space requirements is
specified for a land use, the greater requirement shall be applied.
(d) Where the Loading Schedule does not clearly define requirements for a
particular development, the single use class or combination of use
classes most representative of the proposed development shall be used
to determine the loading space requirement.
(e) Where a development consists of a mix of use classes, the total off-street
loading requirement shall be the sum of the off-street loading
requirements for each use class, unless there is a complementary
demand or differences in periods of use for loading that warrants a
different requirement.
6.4.3. Location
(a) Off-street loading space shall be provided entirely within the property of
the development being served, and shall be subject to all setbacks and
yard requirements specified elsewhere in this Bylaw.
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(b) Off-street loading space shall be oriented away from residential
development.
6.4.4. Size and Access
(a) Each off-street loading space shall be of adequate size and accessibility
to accommodate the vehicles expected to load and unload, but in no case
shall a loading space be less than 28m² in area, less than 3.0m in width,
or have less than 4.0m in overhead clearance.
(b) Each required bus loading space shall be a minimum of 3.6m in width, a
minimum of 12.2m in length, and have a minimum clearance of 4.6m.
(c) Access to any loading area shall be provided, wherever possible,
internally to the development or from a lane abutting the development.
(d) Access to any loading area shall be arranged such that no backing or
turning movement of vehicles going to or from the site causes
interference with traffic on the abutting streets or lanes and in all cases
shall be subject to the approval of the Public Works Manager.
6.5.
Development Standards for Vehicle Parking and Loading
6.5.1. Every off-street parking or loading area required by this Bylaw to accommodate 3
or more vehicles, and every access road to such required parking or loading,
shall have a dust-free surface constructed such that surface drainage is directed
to an approved drainage system or is contained on-site. Any requirement for
concrete or asphalt does not apply to Agricultural zones or public parks and open
space use.
6.5.2. Every off-street parking or loading area required by this Bylaw to accommodate 3
or more vehicles:
(a) shall clearly delineate individual parking spaces, loading spaces, spaces
for the disabled, maneuvering aisles, entrances, and exits with pavement
markings, signs, and or other physical means;
(b) shall direct surface drainage to the public storm sewer system, if
available, or alternatively to approved planting areas or an approved on-
site drainage system; and
(c) shall be constructed with surface grades not exceeding 6%.
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6.5.3. No public street shall be used for the required aisle access to parking spaces.
Where a lane is used for aisle access, the parking spaces shall be increased by
a minimum of 1.5m (4.92 feet) in length.
6.5.4. Where a parking or loading area is associated with a commercial or industrial use
and the development property abuts property in a Residential zone, an
Institutional zone, or an abutting road right-of-way, the parking or loading area
shall have a landscaped screen as required by Section 5.
6.5.5. Every off-street parking or loading area required by this Bylaw to accommodate
50 or more vehicles at-grade shall incorporate landscaped open space within the
parking area calculated on the basis of 2.0m² of landscaped area per required
parking and loading space. This shall be landscaped in accordance with Section
5.
6.5.6. Every off-street parking or loading area, and access thereto, shall have fencing,
curbs, or secured wheel stops to prevent vehicles from encroaching upon
property lines.
6.5.7. Every off-street parking or loading area which is illuminated shall have all lighting
positioned in such a manner that light falling onto abutting properties is
minimized.
6.5.8. Any trash storage or collection area co-existing with any parking or loading area:
(a) shall be clearly delineated as separate and in addition to required parking
and loading spaces;
(b) shall be located such that collection vehicles can gain access without
undue interference with the operation of the parking and loading area;
and
(c) shall have a fenced or landscaped screen as required by Section 5.
Table 6.1: Parking Schedule
*NOTE: GLA = Gross Leasable Floor Area
Type of Development (Use)
Required Parking Spaces
Residential and Residential Related
Apartment Housing
1 per 1-bedroom dwelling unit
1.5 per 2-bedroom dwelling unit
2 per 3-or-more bedroom dwelling unit
1 per dwelling unit in the C.1 zone
Of the total required spaces above, 1 parking space
shall be designated visitor parking for every 10
dwelling units
Bed and Breakfast Homes
1 per sleeping unit, plus spaces required for the
corresponding principal dwelling unit
Boarding or Lodging Houses
1 per 2 sleeping rooms, plus spaces required for the
corresponding principal dwelling unit
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Congregate Housing
1 per principal dwelling, plus 2 stalls per three bed
spaces and 1 per resident staff member, minimum
total of not less than 3 spaces
Group Homes, Major
1 per 3 beds
Group Homes, Minor
Temporary Shelter Services
1 per principal dwelling, plus 1 stall per three bed
spaces and 1 per resident staff member, minimum
total of not less than 3 spaces
Home Occupation
1 in addition to that required for the dwelling unit(s),
when public will be in attendance at the property.
Mobile Homes in RMP zone
2 per dwelling unit, plus 1 space per 7 dwelling units
as designated visitor parking
Dwelling Unit, Multiple or
Residential Security Operator Unit
1 per dwelling unit with 1 bedroom
1.5 per dwelling unit 2 bedrooms
2 per dwelling unit with more than 2 bedrooms
Of the required spaces, 1 per 10 dwelling units is to
be designated visitor parking
Commercial
All commercial uses combined in Shopping
Centres in any zone except C1
4.4 per 100m² GLA
All commercial uses in the C1 zone even if
listed separately below
2.0 per 100m² GLA
Animal Clinics, Major and Minor
2.0 per 100m² GLA
Animal Shelter
1 per employee on duty plus 2
Automotive and Equipment Repair Shops
2 per service bay
Automotive and Minor Recreation Vehicle
Sales and Rentals,
Truck and Manufactured Home Sales Service
2.0 per 100m² GLA
Boat Storage
Recreational Vehicle Storage
1 per 10 boat storage stalls plus 2 stalls for
employees
Broadcasting Studios
2.5 per 100m² GLA
Commercial Schools
1 per 10 students
Drive-In Food Services
2.5 per 100m² GLA; minimum 5
Eating and Drinking Establishment
1 per 4 seats of capacity
Financial Services
2.5 per 100m² GLA
Gas Bars
Service Stations, Major and Minor
Car Washes
1 per 2 employees on duty, plus 2 per service bay,
plus additional required spaces for other associated
uses (e.g. convenience retail)
Health Services
5 per 100m² GLA
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Hotels
1 per sleeping unit, plus requirements of other uses
Motels
1 per sleeping unit, plus requirements of other uses
Offices
2.8 per 100m² GLA
Personal Service Establishments
Household Repair Services
(a) GLA less than 1,000 m²
(a) 2.0 per 100m² GLA
(b) GLA 1,000 m² or greater
(b) 3.0 per 100m² GLA
(c) Laundromats
(c) 1 per 3 washing machines
Residential Sales Centre
2 per centre
Retail Liquor Sales Establishments
(a) GLA less than 200 m²
(a) 2.0 per 100m² GLA
(b) GLA greater than 200 m²
(b) 3.0 per 100m² GLA
Retail Store, Convenience
Retail Store, General
Flea Markets, and Second-Hand Stores
(a) GLA less than 1,000 m²
(b) GLA greater than 1,000 m²
(a) 2.0 per 100m² GLA
(b) 3.0 per 100m² GLA
All other commercial uses not listed above
(a) GLA less than 2,000 m2
(b) GLA 2,000 m2 to 20,000 m2
(c) GLA greater than 20,000 m2
(a) 2.2 per 100m2 GLA
(b) 3.2 per 100m2 GLA
(c) 4.3 per 100m2 GLA
Agricultural
Agri-tourism Accommodation
1 per sleeping unit
Greenhouses and Plant Nurseries
6.7 per 100m² GLA of retail sales structure
Agricultural and Garden Stands
5.0 per 100m² GLA, minimum 4
Medical Marijuana
1 per each employee on duty
Industrial
Bulk Fuel Depot
1 per employee on duty
General Industrial Uses
2.0 per 100m² GLA
Equipment Rentals
Vehicle and Equipment Services, Industrial
2.0 plus 1 per 100m² GLA
Warehousing and Storage
.5 per 100m² GLA; minimum 5
Institutional and Basic Service
Cemetery
1 per employee
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Emergency and Protective Services
10.0 per 100m² GLA (excluding parking garages)
Extended Medical Treatment Services
1 per bed
Funeral Services
6.7 per 100m² GLA for chapel, plus 2.5 per 100m²
GLA
School, Elementary
2 per classroom
School, Secondary
5 per classroom
Universities or Colleges
10 per classroom
Community, Recreational and Cultural
Bowling Alleys
2 per alley
Care Facilities, Intermediate
Care Facilities, Major
Care Facilities, Minor
1 per 10 children, plus 1 per 2 employees on duty;
minimum of 4
Community Recreation Services
Private Clubs
1 per 5 seating spaces; or
or 20 per 100m² of floor area used by patrons,
whichever is the greater
Libraries and Cultural Exhibits (e.g. Museum,
Art Gallery)
2.5 per 100m² GLA
Curling Rink
4 per curling sheet
Golf Course
6 per hole; plus the parking required for other
secondary uses
Golf Driving Range
2 per tee
Park
(a) greater than 2 ha. in area
(b) less than or equal to 2 ha. In area
(c) any size, associated with school site
(a) minimum 18
(b) minimum 6; on-street parking spaces abutting
the park site may be used for all or some of the
requirement
(c) school parking requirement only
Participant Recreation Services, Outdoor
(except golf courses)
Participant Recreation Services, Indoor
(except curling rinks and racquet clubs)
1 per employee on duty, plus 1 per 3 users
Racquet Clubs
3 per court
Recycling Depots
1 per recycling container, minimum of 2
Religious Assemblies
1 per 5 seats or 10 per 100 m² of GLA whichever is
the greater
Spectator Entertainment Establishment
1 per 4 seats
Spectator Sports Establishment
1 per 4 seats
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Tourist Campsite
1.1 per camping space
Table 6.2: Loading Schedule
Type of Development (Use)
Required Parking Spaces
Care Centres, Minor
Care Centres, Intermediate
Care Centres, Major
1 car loading space
2 car loading space
3 car loading space
Commercial Uses
Industrial Uses
Medical Marijuana Production Facilities
1 per 1,900m² GFA
Community, Educational (except below),
Recreational and Institutional Uses
1 per 2800m² GFA
Eating Establishment
1 per 2,800m² GFA
Hotels
Motels
1 per 2,800m² GFA
Liquor Primary Establishment, Minor and
Major
1 per 2,800m² GFA
School, Secondary
Universities or Colleges
1.5 car loading spaces per 100 students, minimum
5; plus 3 bus loading spaces
6.6.
Bicycle Parking
6.6.1. Bicycle parking shall be provided in accordance with Table 6.3.
6.6.2. In this section:
(a) "Class 1" means a secure, weather-protected bicycle parking facility used
to accommodate long-term parking, such as for residents or employees,
usually within a building or covered, fenced area;
(b) "Class 2" means a short-term visitor bicycle parking facility that may offer
some security, and may be partially protected from the weather, for
example a bike rack at a building's entrance.
6.6.3. Bicycle parking facility dimensions shall be as follows:
(a) Stalls shall be a minimum of 0.6m in width and a minimum of 1.8m in
length, shall have a vertical clearance of at least 1.9m, and shall be
situated on a hard surface
(b) Aisles between parked bicycles shall be a minimum of 1.2m in width.
(c) Bicycle racks shall be constructed of theft resistant material, shall be
securely anchored to the floor, building or ground, shall support the
bicycle frame above the centre of gravity, and shall enable the bicycle
frame and front or rear wheel to be locked with a U-style lock.
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(d) Bicycle racks shall be located in a convenient, well-lit location that is
easily located and accessible by visitors and subject to casual
surveillance by occupants of the building served by the rack.
Table 6.3: Bicycle Parking Schedule
Type of Development (Use)
Required Parking Spaces
Apartment Housing
5 or more dwelling units on one parcel
Class I: 0.2 per dwelling unit
Class II: 0.1 per dwelling unit
Commercial
Class I: 0.20 per 100m² GLA; or 1 per 10
employees
Class II: 0.60 per 100m² GLA
Congregate Housing, Group Homes Major
Class I: 1 per 25 employees
Class II: 5 per building public entrance
Educational Uses
Class I: 2.5 per classroom
Class II: 0.1 per classroom
Eating Establishment
Class I: 0.10 per 100m² GFA; or 1 per 10
employees
General Industrial Uses
Class II: 0.30 per 100m² GFA
Hotels
Motels
Class I: 1 per 20 sleeping units
Class II: 1 per 20 sleeping units
Institutional Uses (except Educational Uses)
Class I: 1 per 25 employees
Class II: 5 per building public entrance
Liquor Primary Establishment, Minor and Major
Class I: 0.10 per 100m² GFA; or 1 per 10
employees
Personal Service Establishments
Class I: 0.10 per 100m² GFA; or 1 per 10
employees
SECTION 7 - SIGNS
7.1.
Application
7.1.1. No person shall construct, place, erect, display, alter, repair or re-locate a sign
except in accordance with the City of Armstrong Sign Regulation Bylaw currently
in effect.
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SECTION 8 - AGRICULTURAL AND COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL ZONES
8.1.
Agriculture (A.1)
8.1.1. Purpose
To provide for agricultural uses as well as other complementary uses suitable to
an agricultural setting.
8.1.2. The following uses and no others are permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Agricultural Fair and support services
(ii)
Agriculture, General
(iii)
Agriculture, Intensive
(iv)
Dwelling unit
(v)
Greenhouses and plant nurseries
(vi)
Medical Marihuana production facilities on properties located in
the Agricultural Land Reserve
(vii)
Parks
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Accessory Farm Sales on properties located in the Agricultural
Land Reserve
(iii)
Agri-tourism Accommodation on properties located in the
Agricultural Land Reserve
(iv)
Bed and Breakfast Homes
(v)
Care Facilities, minor
(vi)
Home Occupations
(vii)
Utility Services, minor impact
(viii)
Wineries and Cideries on properties located in the Agricultural
Land Reserve
8.1.3. Lot Size, Lot Density, Lot Coverage, Building Height and Siting
A.1: Agriculture
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
4 ha
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
30m or 10% of the
perimeter of the parcel,
whichever is less
Lot Density
(c)
Dwelling unit, maximum per lot
2 units
(d)
Accessory Farm Sales building, maximum per lot
1 unit
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(e)
Agricultural Worker dwelling pursuant to the Agricultural
Land Reserve Act, maximum per lot
1 unit on parcels greater
than 4 ha
Lot Coverage
(f)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
20% for apicultural use
25% for tree, vine, field and
forage crop buildings
75% for greenhouses
5% for agri-tourism
accommodation
35% for all other uses or a
combination of uses,
excluding greenhouse use
(g)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
80% for greenhouses
40% for all other uses or a
combination of uses
excluding greenhouse use
Building Size
(h)
Dwelling Unit, maximum height
9m
(i)
Agricultural Buildings, maximum height
20m
(j)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
8m
(k)
Medical Marihuana Production Facilities, maximum
height
12m
(l)
Accessory Farm Sales building, maximum floor area
380m2 plus 30m2 outdoor
display area
Siting of Principal Buildings and Other Structures
(m) Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
12m
(n)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
12m
(o)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
12m
(p)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
12m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(q)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
30m
(r)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
7.5m
(s)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
7.5m
(t)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
7.5m
Despite Sections 8.1.5 (q) to (t) inclusive, the following
uses, buildings and structures shall require the minimum
set back from all Lot Lines as follows:
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(u)
Buildings used to for Intensive Agriculture, minimum
setback from all property lines
30.0m
(v)
Medical Marihuana Production Facilities, minimum
setback
60.0m from lot lines
abutting a Residential Zone
30.0m from lot lines
abutting all other Zones
15.0m from all wells and
streams
(w)
In addition to items (q) to (v) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
8.1.4. Conditions of Use
(a) Agri-tourism accommodation
(i)
Agri-tourist accommodation shall be accessory and subordinate
to an agricultural operation, where all or part of the lot on which
the use is located is classified as a farm under the Assessment
Act.
(ii)
Agri-tourist accommodation shall not be located on lots smaller
than 4.0 ha in size.
(iii)
For lots larger than or equal to 4.0 ha in size, agri-tourist
accommodation shall be permitted according to the following
table:
Lot Size (ha)
<4.0
4.0<5.9
6.0<6.9
7.0<7.9
8.0<8.9
9.0<9.9
>10.0
Agri-tourism
accommodation
units
Sec. 4.5 of
this Bylaw
applies
(Bed and
Breakfast
Homes)
5 units
6 units
7 units
8 units
9 units
10 units
(b) Accessory Farm Sales:
(i)
shall be permitted only for properties greater than 2 ha, where all
or part of the lot on which the use is located is classified as a
farm under the Assessment Act;
(ii)
shall be ancillary to the agricultural use being carried out on the
property; and
(iii)
shall be limited to the sales of farm products grown or reared on
the property containing the Accessory Farm Sales use.
8.1.5. Homesite Severances
(a) Where a lot is created with Agricultural Land Commission approval for
severance of a home-site or a lot to be used in lieu, and the lot is zoned
A.1 Agriculture, then the development regulations of the R.1 zone, as
described in Section 9.1, shall apply to the development of that lot.
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(b) Where a lot of less than 0.5 ha was existing at the effective date of this
Bylaw, the development regulations of the R.1 zone, as described in
Section 9.1 shall apply to the development of that lot.
8.1.6. Parks
(a) Parks on lands within the Agricultural Land Reserve shall be restricted to
naturally occurring vegetated or environmentally sensitive areas, buffers,
reserves or conservation areas used for passive recreation purposes.
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8.2.
Country Residential (CR.1)
8.2.1. Purpose
To provide for rural, agricultural and residential uses on parcels with onsite sewer
services as well as other complementary uses suitable to a rural setting.
8.2.2. The following uses and no others are permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Agriculture, General
(ii)
Dwelling Unit
(iii)
Greenhouses and Plant Nurseries
(iv)
Group Homes, Minor
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Accessory Farm Sales
(iii)
Bed and Breakfast Homes
(iv)
Boarding or Lodging Houses
(v)
Care Facilities, Minor
(vi)
Home Occupations
8.2.3. Lot Size, Lot Density, Lot Coverage, Building Height and Siting
CR.1: Country Residential
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
2 ha
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
30m or 10% of the
perimeter of the parcel,
whichever is less
Lot Density
(c)
Dwelling Unit, maximum per lot
2 units
Dwelling Unit, maximum per lot under 1 hectare without a
connection to City sewer (onsite septic system)
2 (1 principal and 1
secondary suite within the
principal dwelling)
Lot Coverage
(d)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
30%
(e)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
40%
Building Size
(f)
Dwelling Unit, maximum height
9m
(g)
Agricultural Buildings, maximum height
20m
(h)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
8m
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(i)
Accessory Farm Sales Buildings, maximum size
380m2 plus 30m2 outdoor
display area
Siting of Principal Buildings and Other Structures
(j)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(k)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(l)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(m) Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(n)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(o)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(p)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(q) Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m
Despite Sections 8.2.4 (n) to (q) inclusive, the following
uses, buildings and structures shall require the minimum
set back from all Lot Lines as follows:
(r)
Buildings used for the keeping of farm animals, minimum
30m
(s)
Accessory Farm Sales Buildings, minimum
12m
(t)
In addition to items (o) to (s) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
8.2.5. Undersized Lots
(a) Where a lot of less than 0.5 ha was existing at the effective date of this
Bylaw, the development regulations relating to lot coverage and siting of
the R.1 zone, as described in Section 9.1, shall apply to the development
of that lot.
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SECTION 9 - RESIDENTIAL ZONES
9.1.
Residential Medium Density (R.1)
9.1.1. Purpose
To provide for residential infill development throughout the core residential areas of
the community as well as accessory uses appropriate to a medium density
residential setting.
9.1.2. The following uses and no other are permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Group Homes, Minor
(ii)
Dwelling Unit
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Backyard Bees
(iii)
Backyard Hens
(iv)
Bed and Breakfast Homes
(v)
Boarding or Lodging Houses
(vi)
Care Facilities, Minor
(vii)
Home Occupations
9.1.3. Lot Size, Lot Density, Lot Coverage, Building Height and Siting
R.1: Residential 1
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
420m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
18m
For corner lots, the minimum
lot frontage width shall be
increased by 3m
Lot Density
(c)
Dwelling Units, maximum per lot
3 units on parcels under
280m2.
4 units for parcels greater
than 280m2.
(d)
Dwelling Units, maximum per lot on properties that were
"Designated Heritage Bylaw Properties" on or before
December 7, 2023.
2 units
(e)
Accessory buildings and structures, maximum per lot
2
Lot Coverage
(f)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
50%
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(g)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus
impermeable surfaces, maximum
60%
Building Size
(h)
Dwelling Unit, maximum height
11m or 3 storeys, whichever
is the lesser
(i)
Single Detached Dwelling, minimum floor area
85m2 for single storey
dwellings
60m2 on first floor for two
storey dwellings
(j)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
5m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(k)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m except that the minimum
setback for attached
garages shall be 6 m
(l)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m
(m) Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m when 9m in height, or
5m for buildings or portions
of buildings that are
between 9 and 11m in
height
(n)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m , except that 2 or more
attached dwelling units shall
be allowed to straddle a
property line provided that
the common wall is
concurrent with the property
line
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(o)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(p)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(q)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(r)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(s)
In addition to items (o) to (r) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
9.1.4. Conditions of Use
Amenity space shall be provided as follows:
Unit Size
Private Amenity Space
One Bedroom
10m2
Two Bedrooms or more
15m2
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SPECIAL REGULATION
In addition to subsection 9.1.2(b) Accessory Uses, and
notwithstanding Section 4.3 Secondary Suites and
Carriage Houses, Subsection 4.3.1(a), on Lot A, Section
6, Township 35, Kamloops Division, Yale District, Plan
32400, (PID: 003-470-296), as shown in black on the map
below, the following Accessory Use will also be permitted:
Notwithstanding subsection 9.2.3(r) interior side lot line setback, minimum for an accessory
building on Lot A, Section 6, Township 35, Kamloops Division, Yale District, Plan 32400, (PID:
003-470-296), as shown in black on the map below, on the south side property line only, a
minimum setback of 1.2m will be permitted.
Notwithstanding subsection 3.5.2 on Lot A, Section 6, Township 35, Kamloops Division, Yale
District, Plan 32400, (PID: 003-470-296), as shown in black on the map below, on the south side
an eave projecting from the existing garage will be permitted to extend to 0.0m from the south
side property line.
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9.2.
Residential Medium-High Density (R.2)
9.2.1. Purpose
To provide for higher density residential infill development as well as accessory
uses appropriate to a medium density residential setting.
9.2.2. The following uses and no other are permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Dwelling Unit
(ii)
Group Homes, Major
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Care Facilities, Minor
(iii)
Care Facilities, Major
(iv)
Home Occupations
9.2.3. Lot Size, Lot Density, Lot Coverage, Building Height and Siting
R.2: Residential Medium-High Density
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
420m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
18m
For corner lots, the minimum
lot frontage width shall be
increased by 3 m
Lot Density
(c)
Dwelling Units, maximum per lot
3 units on parcels under
280m2
4 units for parcels greater
than 280m2
1 additional unit for every
150m2 above 420m2, if all
other regulations are met
Lot Size
(d)
Minimum for each dwelling unit
105m2
(e)
Accessory buildings and structures, maximum per lot
2
Lot Coverage
(f)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
50%
(g)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus
impermeable surfaces, maximum
60%
Building Size
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(h)
Dwelling Unit, maximum height
12m or 3 storeys, whichever
is the lesser
(i)
Minimum floor area
85m2 for single storey
dwellings
60m2 on first floor for two
storey dwellings
(j)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
5m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(k)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m except that the minimum
setback for attached
garages shall be 6 m.
(l)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(m) Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(n)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m , except that 2 or more
attached dwelling units shall
be allowed to straddle a
property line provided that
the common wall is
concurrent with the property
line
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(o)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(p)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(q)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(r)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(s)
In addition to items (o) to (r) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
9.1.4. Conditions of Use
Amenity space shall be provided as follows:
Unit Size
Private Amenity Space
Public Amenity Space
One Bedroom
6m2
25m2
Two Bedrooms or more
10m2
35m2
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9.3
Residential Apartment (RA.1)
9.3.1. Purpose
To provide for apartment housing and complementary uses.
9.3.2. The following uses and no other are permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Apartment Housing
(ii)
Dwelling Units
(iii)
Congregate Housing
(iv)
Group Homes, Major
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Care Facilities, Major
(iii)
Care Facilities, Minor
(iv)
Home Occupations
9.3.3. Lot Size, Lot Coverage, Density, Building Height and Coverage
RA1: Residential Apartment
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size minimum
600m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
18m
Lot Density
(c)
Any combination of 3 or more dwelling units provided that
all other requirements of this bylaw are met:
100 units per ha,
maximum gross density
If a minimum of 50% of the units are below market and a
housing agreement is signed with the City up to:
150 units per ha,
maximum gross density
(d)
Accessory buildings and structures,
1
Lot Coverage
(e)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
50%
(f)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
60%
Building Size
(g)
Maximum height
14m or 4 storeys,
whichever is the lesser
(h)
Minimum floor area per dwelling unit
55m2 for 3 bedroom
dwelling units or more;
45m2 for 2 bedroom
dwelling units;
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40m2 for 1 bedroom
dwelling units;
27m2 for bachelor dwelling
units
(i)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
5m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(j)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum:
8m
(k)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum:
8m
(l)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(m)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(n)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
10m
(o)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(p)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(q)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(r)
In addition to items (n) to (q) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
9.3.4. Conditions of Use
(a) Amenity space shall be provided as follows:
Unit Size
Private Amenity Space
Public Amenity Space
One Bedroom
6m2
25m2
Two Bedrooms or more
10m2
35m2
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9.4.
Mobile Home Park (RMP)
9.4.1. Purpose
To accommodate manufactured and modular homes on leased pads within a park
setting.
9.4.2. Subject to the provisions of the City of Armstrong Mobile Home Park Bylaw No.
781, the following uses and no others shall be permitted in the Mobile Home Park
(RMP) Zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Mobile Homes
(ii)
Manufactured Homes
(iii)
Residential Security Operator Unit
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Campgrounds ancillary to the mobile home park
(iii)
Care Facilities, Minor
(iv)
Home Occupations
(v)
Park
(vi)
Utility Service, Minor Impact
9.4.3. Conditions of Use
(a) reserved
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SECTION 10 - COMMERCIAL ZONES
10.1. Town Centre Commercial (C.1)
10.1.1. Purpose
To provide for a mix of commercial, business and other complementary uses
serving the entire community.
10.1.2. The following uses and no others shall be permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Animal Clinics, Minor
(ii)
Broadcasting Studios
(iii)
Business Support Services
(iv)
Care Facilities, Major
(v)
Commercial Schools
(vi)
Community Assembly Halls
(vii)
Custom Indoor Manufacturing
(viii)
Eating and Drinking Establishments
(ix)
Emergency and Protective Services
(x)
Farmer's Markets
(xi)
Financial Services
(xii)
Funeral Services
(xiii)
Gaming Facilities
(xiv)
Health Services
(xv)
Hotels
(xvi)
Household Repair Services
(xvii)
Libraries and Cultural Exhibits
(xviii)
Motels
(xix)
Non-accessory Parking
(xx)
Offices
(xxi)
Parks
(xxii)
Participant Recreation Services, indoor
(xxiii)
Pawnshops
(xxiv)
Personal Service Establishments
(xxv)
Private Clubs
(xxvi)
Recycling Depots
(xxvii)
Retail Liquor Sales Establishments
(xxviii)
Retail Stores, General
(xxix)
Used Goods Stores
(xxx)
Cheese Factory, Tourist Oriented
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
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(ii)
Apartment Housing
(iii)
Care Facilities, minor
(iv)
Home Occupations
(v)
Mobile Vendors
(vi)
Utility Services, minor impact
10.1.3. Lot Size, Lot Density, Lot Coverage, Building Height and Siting
C.1: Town Centre Commercial
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
450m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
15m
Lot Density
(c)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
100%
Building Size
(d)
Buildings and Structures, maximum height
16m or 4 storeys,
whichever is the lesser,
provided that any portion
of a building above 12m or
3 storeys must be a
minimum of 3m from any
property line abutting a
street
(e)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
4m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(f)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
0m
(g)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
0m
(h)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
0m
(i)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.0m, except where a
parcel is not served by a
lane, there shall be a
minimum of 5m building
setback on at least one
side.
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(j)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
0m
(k)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
0m
(l)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
0m
(m) Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.0m, except where a
parcel is not served by a
lane, there shall be a
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minimum of 5m building
setback on a least one
side.
(n)
In addition to items (j) to (m) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
10.1.4. Conditions of Use
(a) A mixed use building incorporating residential and other uses shall
provide a commercial use on the first floor which must occupy a minimum
of 90% of any street frontage and a minimum of 50% of the gross floor
area of the main floor.
(b) A minimum area of 10.0m² of private amenity space shall be provided per
1 bedroom unit, and 15.0m² of private amenity space shall be provided
per dwelling unit with more than 1 bedroom.
(c) Every business or undertaking shall be conducted within a completely
enclosed building, except for loading facilities and seasonal outdoor
displays.
(d) In the case of a Cheese Factory, Tourist oriented:
(i)
The production of cheese shall not be permitted on lots smaller
than 0.3 ha in size;
(ii)
The area utilized for the production of cheese shall not exceed
190m2;
(iii)
Accessory buildings and structures used for the storage or milk
or other materials used in the production of cheese shall not
exceed 75m2 in size.
(e) In the case of Custom Indoor Manufacturing,
(i)
such developments shall have no more than 5 production
employees.
(f) In the case of a Mobile Vendor:
(i)
only one (1) mobile vendor shall be permitted on a lot at any
given time;
(ii)
the use of the Mobile Vendor must already be a permitted use in
accordance with Section 10.1.2(a).
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10.2
Highway and Service Commercial (C.2)
10.2.1. Purpose
To provide for vehicle and highway oriented low intensity commercial and
business uses.
10.2.2. The following uses and no other are permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Animal Clinics, Minor
(ii)
Animal Clinics, Major
(iii)
Automotive and Equipment Repair Shops
(iv)
Automotive and Minor Recreation Vehicle Sales, Rentals and
Storage
(v)
Broadcasting Studios
(vi)
Business Support Services
(vii)
Car Washes
(viii)
Care Facilities, Major
(ix)
Commercial Schools
(x)
Commercial Storage
(xi)
Community Assembly Halls
(xii)
Drive-in Food Services
(xiii)
Drive-through Services
(xiv)
Eating and Drinking Establishments
(xv)
Emergency and Protective Services
(xvi)
Equipment Rentals
(xvii)
Farmers Markets
(xviii)
Financial Services
(xix)
Funeral Services
(xx)
Gaming Facilities
(xxi)
Gas Bars
(xxii)
Health Services
(xxiii)
Hotels
(xxiv)
Household Repair Services
(xxv)
Libraries and Cultural Exhibits
(xxvi)
Motel
(xxvii)
Offices
(xxviii)
Parks
(xxix)
Participant Recreation Services, Indoor
(xxx)
Personal Service Establishments
(xxxi)
Private Clubs
(xxxii)
Recycling Depots
(xxxiii)
Retail Liquor Establishments
(xxxiv)
Retail Stores, General
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(xxxv)
Service Stations, Major
(xxxvi)
Service Stations, Minor
(xxxvii) Used Goods Stores
(xxxviii) Custom Graphics Application*
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Mobile Vendor
(iii)
Outdoor Storage
(iv)
Residential Security Operator Unit
10.2.3. Lot Size, Lot Coverage, Density, Building Height and Siting
C.2: Highway and Service Commercial
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
700m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
23m
Lot Density
(c)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
50%
(d)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
75%
(e)
All uses, buildings and structures
1.0 FAR
Building Size
(f)
Buildings and Structures, maximum height
12m or three storeys,
whichever is the lesser
Siting of Principal Buildings
(g)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(h)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(i)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(j)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3.0m for Service Station
uses, and
1.5m for all other uses,
except where the parcel is
not serviced by a lane
there shall be a minimum
of 5m building setback on
at least one side.
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(k)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(l)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
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(m) Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(n)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(o)
Notwithstanding the above, an accessory building or
structure on a lot in a non-Residential zone which abuts a
lot in a Residential zone, minimum
1.5m from the boundary of
the lot in a Residential
zone.
(p)
In addition to items (k) to (o) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
10.2.4. Conditions of Use
(a) A Residential Security Operator Unit shall be limited to one unit and shall
be located on a separate storey above, and having a separate entrance
from the non-residential use.
(b) All auto parts, dismantled vehicles, tires and similar articles shall be
stored within a building.
(c) Fuel pumps and accessory structures associated with Service Stations
and Gas Bars shall be located no closer than 35m from the centre line of
a controlled access highway and no closer than 4.5m to any lot line.
(d) Outdoor storage shall be screened in accordance with the Screening
regulations contained in Section 5.
(e) In the case of a Mobile Vendor:
(i)
only one (1) mobile vendor shall be permitted on a lot at any
given time;
(ii)
the use of the Mobile Vendor must already be a permitted use in
accordance with Section 10.2.2(a).
Special Regulation
d)
*Lot 15, Section 5, Township 35, Kamloops Division, Yale District, Plan KAP28848,
Except Plan KAP60385 only.
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10.3. Neighbourhood Commercial (C.3)
10.3.1. Purpose
To provide for a limited range of convenience services typically required by
residents of a local neighbourhood on a day to day basis.
10.3.2. The following uses and no other are permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Animal Clinics, Minor
(ii)
Care Facilities, Major
(iii)
Eating and Drinking Establishments
(iv)
Offices
(v)
Personal Service Establishments
(vi)
Retail Stores, General
(vii)
Dwelling Unit
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Apartment Housing
(iii)
Home Occupations
(iv)
Utility Services, minor impact
10.3.3. Lot Size, Lot Density, Lot Coverage, Building Height and Siting
C.3: Neighbourhood Commercial
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
710m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
18m
Lot Density
(c)
Principal Building, maximum per lot
1
(d)
Accessory buildings and structures, maximum per lot
1
(e)
Lot density
1.0 FAR
(f)
Dwelling unit
3 units on parcels under
280m2.
4 units for parcels greater
than 280m2.
Lot Coverage
(g)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
50%
(h)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
60%
Building Size
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(i)
Buildings and Structures, maximum height
12m or 3storeys,
whichever is the lesser
(j)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
5m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(k)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(l)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(m)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(n)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(o)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(p)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(q)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(r)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(s)
Notwithstanding the above, an accessory building or
structure on a lot in a non-Residential zone which abuts a
lot in a Residential zone, minimum
1.5m from the boundary of
the lot in a Residential
zone.
(t)
In addition to items (o) to (r) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
10.3.4. Conditions of Use
(a) Retail Stores shall be limited to a maximum floor area of 235m2.
(b) Every business or undertaking shall be conducted within a completely
enclosed building, except for parking and loading facilities.
10.3.5. Special Regulation
(a) Notwithstanding subsection 10.3.3(j), on Lot 3, Block 23, Section 6,
Township 35, Kamloops (formerly Osoyoos) Division Yale District, Plan 5,
and located at 3425 Pleasant Valley Road, as shown in black on the map
below, the front lot line setback is reduced from 8.0m to 4.71m:
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10.4. Recreation Commercial (C.4)
10.4.1. Purpose
To provide for commercial recreation and business uses.
10.4.2. The following uses and no other are permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Community Assembly Halls
(ii)
Golf Courses
(iii)
Participant Recreation Services, Indoor
(iv)
Participant Recreation Services, Outdoor
(v)
Private Clubs
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Care Facilities, Major
(iii)
Eating and Drinking Establishments
(iv)
Mobile Vendor
(v)
Residential Security Operator Unit
(vi)
Tourist Campsites
10.4.3. Lot Size, Lot Density, Lot Coverage, Building Height and Siting
C.4: Commercial Recreation
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
2000m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
18m
Lot Density
(c)
Residential Security Operator Unit, maximum per lot
1 unit
Lot Coverage
(d)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
30%
(e)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
55%
Building Size
(f)
Buildings and Structures, maximum height
12m or three storeys,
whichever is the lesser
(g)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
6m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(h)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(i)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(j)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
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(k)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(l)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(m) Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(n)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(o)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(p)
Notwithstanding the above, an accessory building or
structure on a lot in a non-Residential zone which abuts a
lot in a Residential zone, minimum
1.5m from the boundary of
the lot in a Residential
zone.
(q)
In addition to items (l) to (o) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
10.4.4. Conditions of Use
(a) In the case of a Mobile Vendor:
(i)
only one (1) mobile vendor shall be permitted on a lot at any
given time;
(ii)
the use of the Mobile Vendor must already be a permitted use in
accordance with Section 10.4.2(a).
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10.5. Recreation Commercial Golf Course C.5
10.5.1. The following uses and no other are permitted in the Recreation Commercial Golf
Course zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Golf Course
(ii)
Participant Recreation Services, Outdoor
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Eating and Drinking Establishments
(iii)
Passive Recreation Area
(iv)
Participant Recreation Services, Indoor
10.5.2. Lot Size, Lot Coverage, Density, Building Height and Coverage
C.5: Recreation Commercial Golf Course
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
13.82 ha.
Building Size
(b)
Golf Clubhouse, maximum height
12.0m or three
storeys, whichever is
the lesser
(c)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
9m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(d)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(e)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(f)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(g)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(h)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(i)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(j)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(k)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(l)
Notwithstanding the above, an accessory building or
structure on a lot in a non-Residential zone which abuts a
lot in a Residential zone, minimum
1.5m from the
boundary of the lot in
a Residential zone.
(m) In addition to items (h) to (l) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
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10.5.4. Conditions of Use
(a) In the case of a Mobile Vendor:
(i)
only one (1) mobile vendor shall be permitted on a lot at any
given time;
(b) Accessory retail sales use shall be limited to a maximum floor area of
235m2.
(c) Outdoor storage shall be screened in accordance with the Screening
regulations contained in Section 5.
(d) Notwithstanding Section 6 - Access, Parking and Loading, Sub-section
6.3.3(a), the total number of parking spaces provided shall be 104
spaces.
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SECTION 11 - INDUSTRIAL ZONES
11.1.
General Industrial (I.1)
11.1.1. Purpose
To accommodate general industrial uses.
11.1.2. The following uses and no other shall be permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Autobody Repair and Paint Shops
(ii)
Automotive and Equipment Repair Shops
(iii)
Bakeries
(iv)
Broadcasting Studios
(v)
Bulk Fuel Depots
(vi)
Commercial Storage
(vii)
Contractor Services
(viii)
Eating and Drinking Establishments
(ix)
Emergency and Protective Services
(x)
Equipment Rentals
(xi)
General Industrial Use
(xii)
Greenhouse and Plant Nurseries
(xiii)
Recycling Depots
(xiv)
Retail Store, General
(xv)
Truck and Manufactured Home Sales and Rentals
(xvi)
Utility Services, major impact
(xvii)
Vehicle and Equipment Services, Industrial
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Mobile Vendor
(iii)
Outdoor Storage
(iv)
Residential Security Operator Unit
11.1.3. Lot Size, Lot Density, Lot Coverage, Building Height and Siting
I.1: General Industrial
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
930m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
30m
Lot Density
(c)
Residential Security Operator Unit, maximum per lot
1 unit
(d)
Accessory buildings and structures, maximum per lot
2
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Lot Coverage
(e)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
65%
(f)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus
impermeable surfaces, maximum
75%
Building Size
(g)
Buildings and Structures, maximum height
12m
(h)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
12m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(i)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m, except where the lot abuts
a Residential or Agricultural
zone, the minimum setback
shall be 9m.
(j)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m, except where the lot abuts
a Residential or Agricultural
zone, the minimum setback
shall be 9m.
(k)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m, except where the lot abuts
a Residential or Agricultural
zone, the minimum setback
shall be 9m.
(l)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m, except where the lot abuts
a Residential or Agricultural
zone, the minimum setback
shall be 6m.
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(m) Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(n)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(o)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(p)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m
(q)
Notwithstanding the above, an accessory building or
structure on a lot in a non-Residential zone which
abuts a lot in a Residential zone, minimum
1.5m from the boundary of the
lot in a Residential zone.
(r)
In addition to items (m) to (p) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
11.1.4. Conditions of Use
(a) All permitted uses shall be housed completely within an enclosed building
except for outdoor display, rental, sale or storage yards, and parking and
loading facilities.
(b) Nothing shall be done which is or will become an annoyance or nuisance
to the surrounding areas by reason of unsightliness, the emission of
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odours, liquid effluence, dust, fumes, smoke, vibration, noise or glare; nor
shall anything be done which creates or causes a health, fire, or
explosion hazard, electrical interference or undue traffic congestion,
except that this regulation shall not apply to the unloading, loading, pick
up or delivering of containers, products, materials deemed normal and
necessary to carry on business in an Industrial zone.
(c) In the case of a Mobile Vendor:
(i)
only one (1) mobile vendor shall be permitted on a lot at any
given time;
(ii)
the use of the Mobile Vendor must already be a permitted use in
accordance with Section 11.1.2(a).
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SECTION 12 - PUBLIC AND INSTITUTIONAL ZONES
12.1. Park and Open Space (P.1)
12.1.1. Purpose
To accommodate parks and natural areas for recreational and associated uses.
12.1.2. The following uses and no other shall be permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Agricultural Fairs and Support Services
(ii)
Cemeteries
(iii)
Community Assembly Halls
(iv)
Parks
(v)
Participant Recreation Services, Indoor
(vi)
Participant Recreation Services, Outdoor
(vii)
Private Clubs
(viii)
Spectator Entertainment Establishments
(ix)
Spectator Sports Establishments
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Care Facilities, Major
(iii)
Eating and Drinking Establishments
(iv)
Farmers Market
(v)
Libraries and Cultural Exhibits
(vi)
Residential Security Operator Unit
(vii)
Retail Store, general
(viii)
Tourist Campsites
12.1.3. Lot Size, Lot Density, Lot Coverage, Building Height and Siting
P.1: Parks and Open Space
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
560m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
15m
Lot Density
(c)
Residential Security Operator Unit, maximum per lot
1 unit
Lot Coverage
(d)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
50%
(e)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
55%
Building Size
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(f)
Buildings and Structures, maximum height
15m
(g)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
15m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(h)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(i)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(j)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(k)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(l)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(m) Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(n)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
6m
(o)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(p)
Notwithstanding the above, an accessory building or
structure on a lot in a non-Residential zone which abuts a
lot in a Residential zone, minimum
1.5m from the boundary of
the lot in a Residential
zone.
(q)
In addition to items (l) to (p) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
12.1.4. Conditions of Use
(a) Every business or undertaking shall be conducted within a completely
enclosed building, except for parking and loading facilities.
(b) The remainder of the property that is not used for buildings, display,
parking or access driveways shall be suitably landscaped.
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12.2. Administration, Service and Assembly (P.2)
12.2.1. Purpose
To provide for institutional, administrative and associated uses.
12.2.2. The following uses and no other shall be permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Care facility, major
(ii)
Community Assembly Hall
(iii)
Congregate Housing
(iv)
Education Facility
(v)
Emergency and Protective Services
(vi)
Extended Medical Treatment Services
(vii)
Group Homes, major
(viii)
Religious Assembly
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Community Garden
(iii)
Care facility, minor
(iv)
Eating and Drinking Establishment
(v)
Health Services
(vi)
Offices
(vii)
Retail, general
(viii)
Single Detached Housing
12.2.3. Lot Size, Lot Coverage, Density, Building Height and Coverage
P.2 Administration, Service and Assembly
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
560m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
15m
Lot Density
(c)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
50%
(d)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
60%
Building Size
(e)
Buildings and Structures, maximum height
15m
(f)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
5m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(g)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(h)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
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(i)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(j)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(k)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(l)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(m) Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(n)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
1.5m
(o)
Notwithstanding the above, an accessory building or
structure on a lot in a non-Residential zone which abuts a
lot in a Residential zone, minimum
1.5m from the boundary of
the lot in a Residential
zone.
(p)
In addition to items (k) to (o) inclusively, minimum
building/structure separation
3m
12.2.4. Conditions of Use
(a) Every business or undertaking shall be conducted within a completely
enclosed building except for parking and loading facilities.
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12.3. Public Service (P.3)
12.3.1. Purpose
To provide land extensive utility, works and public service uses.
12.3.2. The following uses and no other shall be permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Emergency and Protective Services
(ii)
Utility Services, major impact
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
(ii)
Recycling Depots
12.3.3. Lot Size, Lot Coverage, Density, Building Height and Coverage
P.3 Public Service
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
560m2
(b)
Lot frontage, minimum
15m
Lot Density
(c)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
50%
(d)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
60%
Building Size
(e)
Buildings and Structures, maximum height
15m
(f)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
15m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(g)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(h)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(i)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(j)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(k)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(l)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
8m
(m) Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
5m
(n)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
3m
12.3.4. Conditions of Use
(a) Reserved
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Consolidated for Convenience Only
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SECTION 13 - TRANSPORTATION ZONES
13.1. Transportation Corridor 1
13.1.1. Purpose
To provide for transportation and mobility uses as well as other complementary
uses.
13.1.2. The following uses and no other are permitted in this zone:
(a) Principal Uses
(i)
Cycling and pedestrian walkways
(ii)
Highways
(iii)
Railways
(b) Accessory Uses
(i)
Accessory Buildings or Structures
13.1.3. Lot Size, Lot Coverage, Density, Building Height and Coverage
T.1: Transportation Corridor 1
Lot Size
(a)
Lot size, minimum
16 ha
Lot Density
(b)
Lot Coverage, building and structures maximum
35%
(c)
Lot Coverage, buildings and structures plus impermeable
surfaces, maximum
35%
Building Size
(d)
Buildings and Structures, maximum height
10 m or two storeys,
whichever is the lessor
(e)
Accessory Buildings and Structures, maximum height
5m
Siting of Principal Buildings
(f)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
4.5m
(g)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
4.5m
(h)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
4.5m
(i)
Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
4.5m
Siting of Accessory Buildings and Structures
(j)
Front Lot Line Setback, minimum
4.5m
(k)
Rear Lot Line Setback, minimum
4.5m
(l)
Exterior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
4.5m
(m) Interior Side Lot Line Setback, minimum
4.5m
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Consolidated for Convenience Only
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13.1.4. Conditions of Use
(a) Reserved
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Consolidated for Convenience Only
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Schedule A
(Bylaw 1928)
Date: August 2024
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Agricultural
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Residential Medium Density
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Residential Apartment
Mobile Home Park
Town Centre Commercial
Highway and Service Commercial
Neighbourhood Commercial
Recreation Commercial Golf Course
General Industrial
Park and Open Space
Administration, Service and Assembly
Utilities
Transportation Corridor
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Schedule A to Zoning
Bylaw No. 1921, 2024
DEEP CREEK
DEEP CREEK
MEIGHAN
CREEK
MEIGHAN
CREEK
ROSEDALE AVENUE
TERRACE
SMITH ROAD
CLAIRE STREET
SHEPHERDS
LANE
RAHN ST
OGLOW DR
DUNKLEY DRIVE
COLONY STREET
DRIVE
SUGDEN AVENUE
POOLE STREET
ADAIR STREET
PARK DRIVE
PATTEN
WOOD
PHEASANT
RIDGE
HIGHLAND
PARK CT.
HIGHLAND
HIGHLAND PARK CRES.
PARK
PARK ROAD
PARK
AVENUE
HIGHLAND
DRIVE
HIGHLAND
SCHUBERT ROAD
BELAIRE DRIVE
CT.
VALLEY
ROAD
GLOVER
BIRBAN
AVENUE
AVENUE
KEEVIL ROAD
HIGHLAND PARK ROAD
PL.
MURISON
HIGHLAND
KIRTON AVENUE
TERRACE
PARK
BURNS AVENUE
JARVIS CR.
PLACE
CRESCENT
PHILLIPS STREET
BOWIE DR.
MAUNDRELL AVENUE
NORMAN STREET
HARRISON
GAME CT.
HARDING ROAD
HUNTER AVENUE
CRESCENT
MILL STREET
MILL STREET
PLEASANT VALLEY ROAD
PLEASANT VALLEY BOULEVARD SOUTH
PATTERSON
YORK AVENUE
BRADLEY DRIVE
SMITH DRIVE
HAYDEN DRIVE
HAYDEN PL.
FLETCHER AVENUE
PHILLIPS STREET
WILSON AVENUE
FOWLER STREET
FRED STREET
OKANAGAN STREET
BECKER STREET
ROSEDALE PLACE
DUNN ROAD
DANALLANKO DRIVE
HEATHER AVENUE
VAN KLEECK ROAD
OKANAGAN STREET
HENDERSON DR.
WOLFENDEN
TERRACE
WRIGHT STREET
JARVIS STREET
MORAY STREET
GRAY AVENUE
AVENUE
PATTERSON
BECKER STREET
BRIDGE STREET
BRIDGE STREET
PLEASANT VALLEY BOULEVARD NORTH
OKANAGAN
ROAD
WILLOWDALE
JACKSON AVENUE
WARNER AVENUE
SAGE AVENUE
JAMIESON STREET
SAGE CRES.
ROSEDALE AVENUE WEST
PLEASANT
PATTEN DRIVE
CRES.
BELAIRE DRIVE
MURRAY DR
COLDICOTT DRIVE
AVENUE
WOOD AVENUE
FRASER ROAD
OTTER LAKE ROAD
OTTER LAKE ROAD
OKANAGAN STREET
CATHERINE
HUNTER
BRADLEY DRIVE
WOOD AVENUE
DRIVE
DOUGLAS AVENUE
ROSEDALE
STREET
AVENUE
STREET
HORNBY
POTHECARY PLACE
MCKECHNIE
ATKINSON
RANKINE PLACE
OGLOW
CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY
OKANAGAN STREET
COLONY AVENUE
NORDSTROM AVE
DR
DRIVE
PLACE
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