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TOWN OF OSOYOOS
ZONING BYLAW
BYLAW NO. 1395, 2024
CONSOLIDATED VERSION
Adopted September 24, 2024
Updated July 21, 2026
(CONSOLIDATED FOR CONVENIENCE PURPOSES ONLY)
Consolidated Version should be read in conjunction with the complete document.
ZONING BYLAW
NO. 1395, 2024
Photo by: Mark Klotz
Town of Osoyoos Zoning Bylaw No. 1395, 2024
Town of Osoyoos Zoning Bylaw No. 1395, 2024
Town of Osoyoos Zoning Bylaw No. 1395, 2024
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
1.0
TITLE AND APPLICATION ............................................................................................. 2
2.0
TRANSITION .................................................................................................................. 3
3.0
ADMINISTRATION ......................................................................................................... 5
4.0
DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................................. 6
5.0
CREATION OF ZONES ................................................................................................ 21
6.0
GENERAL REGULATIONS .......................................................................................... 23
6.1 Fences .................................................................................................................. 23
6.2 Height Exemptions ................................................................................................ 23
6.3 Metal Storage Containers ..................................................................................... 24
6.4 Mobile Vendor....................................................................................................... 24
6.5 Prohibited Uses of Land, Buildings and Structures ............................................... 24
6.6 Recreational Vehicles ........................................................................................... 24
6.7 Residential Density Calculation ............................................................................. 25
6.8 Retaining Walls ..................................................................................................... 25
6.9 Setback Exemptions ............................................................................................. 26
6.10 Solar Energy Systems .......................................................................................... 27
6.11 Uses Permitted in Every Zone .............................................................................. 27
6.12 Visibility at Intersections ........................................................................................ 28
6.13 Waterfront Facilities .............................................................................................. 28
7.0
SPECIFIC USE REGULATIONS ................................................................................... 30
7.1 Accessory Buildings and Structures ...................................................................... 30
7.2 Accessory Dwellings ............................................................................................. 30
7.3 Bed and Breakfast Operations .............................................................................. 30
7.4 Child Care Facility ................................................................................................. 31
7.5 Home Occupation ................................................................................................. 31
7.6 Retail Sales of Farm Products .............................................................................. 32
7.7 Short Term Rental Accommodations..................................................................
8.0
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS .................................................................................... 33
9.0
FLOODPLAIN REGULATIONS .................................................................................... 35
10.0
VEHICLE PARKING & LOADING REGULATIONS ...................................................... 37
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LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONES ........................................................................ 43
11.1 SMALL-SCALE MULIT-UNIT RESIDENTIAL (RS1) ZONE ................................... 43
11.2 RESIDENTIAL MANUFACTURED HOME PARK (RSM) ZONE ........................... 47
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MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONES .................................................................. 49
12.1 MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ONE (RM1) ZONE ........................................ 49
13.0
TOWN CENTRE ZONE ................................................................................................. 57
13.1 TOWN CENTRE (TC) ZONE ................................................................................ 57
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COMMERCIAL ZONES ................................................................................................ 60
14.1 HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONE ................................................................. 60
14.2 NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONE .................................................. 63
14.3 SERVICE COMMERCIAL ONE (CS1) ZONE ....................................................... 65
14.4 SERVICE COMMERCIAL TWO (CS2) ZONE ....................................................... 67
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TOURIST COMMERCIAL ZONES ................................................................................ 70
15.1 TOURIST COMMERCIAL (CT1) ZONE ................................................................ 70
15.2 CAMPGOUND COMMERCIAL (CT2) ZONE ........................................................ 72
15.3 MARINA COMMERCIAL (CT3) ZONE .................................................................. 74
15.4 RESORT COMMERCIAL (CT4) ZONE ................................................................. 75
16.0
INDUSTRIAL ZONES ................................................................................................... 77
16.1 GENERAL INDUSTRIAL (I1) ZONE ..................................................................... 77
17.0
ADMINISTRATIVE & INSTITUTIONAL ZONES ........................................................... 80
17.1 ADMINISTRATIVE AND INSTITUTIONAL (AI) ZONE .......................................... 80
17.2 AIRPORT (AP) ZONE ........................................................................................... 82
18.0
PARKS & NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ZONES ............................................................ 84
18.1 PARKS AND RECREATION (PR) ZONE .............................................................. 84
18.2 DESERT PARK EXHIBITION (DPE) ZONE .......................................................... 86
18.3 CONSERVATION AREA (CA) ZONE ................................................................... 87
18.4 OSOYOOS LAKE (W1) ZONE .............................................................................. 88
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AGRICULTURE ZONES ............................................................................................... 90
19.1 AGRICULTURE (AG) ZONE ................................................................................. 90
20.0
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT ........................................................................... 92
20.1 LAKESHORE DRIVE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT (CD1) ZONE ........... 92
LIST OF SCHEDULES
Schedule '1' - Zoning Text
Schedule '2' - Zoning Maps
Schedule '3' - Floodplain Maps
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Town of Osoyoos
Zoning Bylaw No. 1395, 2024
A Bylaw to divide the Municipality into zones and regulate within the zones:
1. the use of land, buildings and structures,
2. the density of the use of land, buildings and structures,
3. the siting, size and dimensions of:
a) buildings and structures, and
b) uses that are permitted on the land,
4. the shape, dimensions and area, including the establishment of maximum and
minimum sizes of all parcels of land that may be created by subdivision,
5. the provision of off-street parking and loading spaces,
6. the provision of screening or landscaping,
7. floodplain regulations, and
8. other matters under provincial empowering enactments.
The Council of the Town of Osoyoos in Open Meeting Assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
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TITLE AND APPLICATION
1.1
Title
This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as the "Town of Osoyoos Zoning Bylaw No. 1395,
2024".
1.2
Application
This Bylaw applies to all land, including the surface of water, located within the Town of
Osoyoos.
This Bylaw includes:
Schedule '1' - Zoning Text
Schedule '2' - Zoning Map
Schedule '3' - Floodplain Maps
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TRANSITION
The following bylaws, and all amendments thereto, are repealed:
- Town of Osoyoos Zoning Bylaw No. 1085, 1998; and
- Town of Osoyoos Foreshore and Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 1294, 2012.
Read a First and Second time, as amended, this 8th day of August, 2024.
Public Hearing held this 10th day of September 2024.
Read a Third time this 10th day of September 2024.
Approved pursuant to section 52(3)(a) of the Transportation Act this 16th day of September 2024.
Original signed by Robert Bitte
_______________________
for Minister of Transportation & Infrastructure
Adopted this 24th day of September, 2024.
_________________________
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MAYOR
CORPORATE OFFICER
Original signed by Mayor Sue McKortoff
Original signed by Marg Coulson
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SCHEDULE '1'
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3.0
ADMINISTRATION
3.1
Applicability
.1
Land or the surface of water must not be used, land shall not be subdivided and
buildings or structures must not be constructed, altered, located or used except as
specifically permitted in this Bylaw.
.2
All uses permitted by this Bylaw include, except as otherwise specifically stated, all
uses reasonably accessory and exclusively devoted to the principal uses.
.3
Parcels shall be consolidated prior to issuance of building permit where the proposed
building would otherwise straddle the parcel line.
3.2
Enforcement
.1
In accordance with Section 16(2) of the Community Charter, the Chief Administrative
Officer, or their delegate, or other officers or employees of the Town authorized by
Council are authorized at all reasonable times to enter on any property that is subject to
regulation under this Bylaw, to ascertain whether the regulations, prohibitions or
requirements under this Bylaw are being observed.
3.3
Prohibitions and Penalties
.1
A person shall not prevent or obstruct, or attempt to prevent or obstruct, a person, an
officer or an employee authorised under section 3.2 from entering property to ascertain
whether regulations, prohibitions or requirements of this Bylaw are being met or
observed.
.2
Any person who violates a provision of this Bylaw commits an offence and is liable on
summary conviction to a fine not exceeding $50,000.00 and the costs of prosecution.
.3
Each day's continuance of an offence under this Bylaw constitutes a new and distinct
offence.
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4.0
DEFINITIONS
In this Bylaw:
A
"accessory building or structure" means a detached building or structure located on the same
parcel as the principal building, the use of which is subordinate, customarily incidental, and
exclusively devoted to that of the principal building;
"accessory dwelling" means a dwelling unit which is permitted as an accessory use in
conjunction with a principal use and is not located within a single detached dwelling;
"accessory use" means a use which is subordinate, customarily incidental, and exclusively
devoted to a principal use in existence on the same parcel;
"agriculture" means the use of land, buildings or structures for growing, harvesting, packing,
storing and wholesaling of agricultural crops for the purposes of providing food, horticultural,
medicinal or farm products, but excludes processing and retail sales of farm products and cannabis
production, indoor. Agriculture includes cannabis production, outdoor, producing and rearing
animals and range grazing of horses, cattle, sheep, and other livestock, composting operation and
includes apiculture and aquaculture;
"agriculture, indoor" means the use of a building or structure for the growing, harvesting,
cultivating, propagating, packing, storing and wholesaling of horticultural products, including but not
limited to, vegetables, fruits, nuts and flowers, and cannabis production, indoor;
"airport" means any area of land and water to function as a facility for the arrival, departure,
movement, or servicing of aircraft;
"alcohol production facility" means a brewery, cidery, distillery, meadery or winery that is
licenced under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act to produce beer, cider, spirits, mead or wine;
"apartment building" means a building other than a townhouse containing three (3) or more
dwelling units, each of which has its principal access from an entrance common to the dwellings;
"apiculture" means the keeping and raising in apiaries of honey bees for honey production, crop
pollination, and bee stock production;
"aquaculture" means the growing and cultivation of aquatic plants, or fish, for commercial
purposes, in any water environment or in human made containers of water, and includes the
growing and cultivation of shellfish on, in or under the foreshore or in the water;
"art gallery" means a building or part of a building where works of art, such as paintings,
sculpture, pottery, glass or weaving are displayed for public viewing, sale or both;
"asphalt plant" means the processing and manufacturing of road paving materials from raw
material and petroleum products;
"assembly" means a building or land used for the gathering of persons for charitable, civic,
cultural, educational, entertainment, philanthropic, political, recreational or religious purposes, and
includes a church and community hall
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"attic" means the space between the underside of the roof sheathing and the top of the ceiling
joists or floor joists of the storey immediately below where the vertical clear height does not exceed
1.5 metres;
B
"bed and breakfast operation" means an occupation conducted within a principal dwelling unit,
by the residents of the dwelling unit, which provides sleeping accommodations to the traveling
public and may include the provision of meals for those persons using the sleeping
accommodations;
"boat launch" means a ramp into a lake that is intended to be used for the purpose of placing or
removing a boat in the water;
"boat lift" means a structure supported from the bottom of a lake, which facilitates the removal of a
boat from the water, and may allow for a boat to be stored above the water;
"building" means any structure consisting of a roof supported by walls or columns used or
intended to be used for sheltering, accommodating or enclosing people, animals, goods, chattels or
equipment;
C
"campground" means a parcel of land occupied and maintained for temporary accommodation of
the traveling public in tents, tourist cabins or recreational vehicles which are licensed for the current
year and have been brought to the site by the traveler. May include an office as part of the
permitted use but excludes hotels, manufactured homes, manufactured home parks, or motels;
"cannabis" means any plant of the genus cannabis; including:
a) any part of a cannabis plant, including the phytocannabinoids produced by, or found in, such a
plant, regardless of whether that part has been processed or not;
b) any substance or mixture of substances that contains or has on it any part of such a plant; and
also includes
c) any substance that is identical to any phytocannabinoid produced by, or found in, such a plant,
regardless of how the substance was obtained.
"cannabis production, indoor" means the commercial production, cultivation, synthesis,
harvesting, altering or propagating of cannabis inside a structure, as permitted by federal
enactment, but excludes the growing of cannabis by an individual for their personal use and
consumption, or cannabis production, outdoor;
"cannabis production, outdoor" means the commercial production, cultivation, synthesis,
harvesting, altering or propagating of cannabis outside in a field, as permitted by federal enactment,
but excludes the growing of cannabis by an individual for their personal use and consumption, or
cannabis production, indoor;
"cannabis products" means plant material from cannabis and any products that include cannabis
or cannabis derivatives, intended for human use or consumption;
"carport" means a roofed structure to be used to shelter parked vehicles or equipment, which is
not enclosed on at least two sides, one being the side fronting the driveway;
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"child care facility" means a building or structure in which child care services are provided for
children in accordance Child Care Licensing Regulation under the Community Care and Assisted
Living Act;
"church" means a building or structure used for religious worship or organized religious services
and associated accessory uses which may include an auditorium, child care facility and one (1)
accessory dwelling;
"civic facility" means a building or structure in which government services are provided to the
public including but not limited to a government office, law court, health care centre or hospital, fire
hall, library, ambulance or police station;
"commercial card-lock facility" means a premises used for the bulk storage and sale of
petroleum products dispensed from pumps utilizing a card-lock or key-lock system, but excludes a
service station;
"community care facility" means premises for the accommodation and care of persons who
require continuing assistance due to age, medical infirmity or disability. A community care facility
may or may not be licensed under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act;
"community sewer system" means a system of works owned operated and maintained by the
Town of Osoyoos and which is established and operated for the collection, treatment and disposal
of sanitary sewage and which serves more than one parcel, and for certainty excludes such system
of works owned and operated by a strata corporation, private sewer utility or business corporation;
"community water system" means a water supply system owned, operated and maintained by
the Town of Osoyoos, and for certainty excludes a water supply system owned and operated by a
strata corporation, private water utility or business corporation.
"composting operation" means the entire area, buildings, and equipment used for the biological
decomposition of organic materials, substances or objects under controlled circumstances in
composting storage facilities and composting storage sites;
"concrete plant" means the processing, manufacturing and sale of concrete, and includes the
accessory manufacture and sales of products made from concrete;
"conservation area" means land that is preserved and protected in a natural state, and may be
owned by an individual, the Province including ecological reserves or protected areas, the
Canadian Wildlife Service, The Nature Trust, The Land Conservancy, Town of Osoyoos, the public
or other not for profit organizations interested in conservation for the prime purpose of conserving
natural habitat. Typical examples include but are not limited to land protected in a natural state for
the purpose of conserving plant life and providing sanctuary, habitat and breeding grounds for
wildlife or fish, but excludes indoor recreation and outdoor recreation;
"construction supply centre" means the retail sale or wholesale of building material, fixtures, or
hardware, garden furniture, construction and home improvement equipment or supplies, animal
feed, farm supplies, and includes a lumber yard, building supply outlet, home improvement centre,
and the accessory rental of home construction, maintenance or repair equipment;
"cooking facility" means facilities for the storage, preparation or cooking of food, and includes any
room containing counters, cabinets, sinks, stoves, dishwashers and other appliances, plumbing, or
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wiring which, may be intended or used for the preparation or cooking of food, but excludes a wet
bar;
"crawl space" means the space between the underside of the joists of the floor next above and
the ground floor slab or ground surface where no slab exists, having a vertical clear height less
than 1.5 metres;
"cultural facility" means a building or structure used for artistic performances and the display of
art and cultural artefacts, including but not limited to art gallery, community theatre and museum;
D
"derelict vehicle" includes a vehicle, except a farm vehicle, that is not displaying a current licence,
pursuant to Provincial regulations, and which is not enclosed within a garage or carport;
"designated flood" means a flood, which may occur in any given year, of such magnitude as to
equal a flood having a 200-year recurrence interval, based on a frequency analysis of unregulated
historic flood records or by regional analysis where there is inadequate watercourse flow data
available;
"designated flood level" means an observed or calculated water level attained by a designated
flood, which is used in the calculation of the flood construction level;
"development" means any activity carried out in the process of clearing or preparing a site or
constructing or erecting structures;
"dock" means an aquatic structure used for the purpose of mooring boats and for providing
pedestrian access to and from the moored boats, but excludes the moorage of float planes, a group
moorage facility, a strata moorage facility or a marina;
"duplex dwelling" means a building containing two principal dwelling units with each unit having
an independent exterior entrance, but excludes a secondary suite;
"dwelling unit" means one or more habitable rooms constituting one self-contained unit which has
a separate entrance, and which contains washroom facilities, and not more than one set of cooking
facilities and which is designed to be used for living and sleeping purposes;
E
"eating and drinking establishment" means a building where prepared foods and beverages are
offered for sale to the public for consumption within the premises or off the site and includes
neighbourhood pubs, licensed restaurants, lounges, cafes, delicatessens, tea rooms, dining rooms,
drive-in food services, refreshment stands and take-out restaurants but excludes mobile vendor;
"educational facility" means the use of land, buildings or structures for education, instruction and
training and may include administration offices and dormitories to house students. Typical
examples include but are not limited to elementary, middle and secondary schools, storefront
schools, community colleges, universities, technical and vocational schools;
"equestrian centre" means the use of riding arenas, stables, training tracks and other structures
that accommodate the activity of riding horses, and in which horses are sheltered and fed;
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"exterior side parcel line" means any parcel line common to a highway, other than a lane, which
is not a front parcel line;
F
"family" means one or more persons related by marriage, blood, common law, adoption or foster
parenthood, and not more than five (5) unrelated persons sharing one dwelling unit typical of a
single-family unit or other similar basic social unit;
"farm building" means a building or part thereof which is associated with and located on land
devoted to the practice of agriculture, and used for the housing of equipment or livestock, or the
production, storage, processing, marketing and selling of agricultural and horticultural produce or
feeds;
"farm operation" means a farm operation as defined in the Farm Practices Protection (Right to
Farm) Act;
"farm products" means commodities or goods that are produced from a farm use;
"farm use" means an occupation or use of land for agricultural purposes, including farming of land,
plants and animals and any other similar activity designated as farm use by Provincial regulation,
and includes a farm operation;
"fence" means an artificially constructed barrier of any material or combination of materials erected
to enclose or screen areas of land;
"finished grade" means the average finished ground level at the perimeter of a building or
structure, excluding any localized mounds or depressions such as those for vehicle or pedestrian
entrances;
"fleet service" means the use of a parcel for a fleet of vehicles for the delivery of people, goods or
services, where such vehicles are not available for sale or long term lease. Typical uses include but
are not limited to taxi services, bus lines, storage of a fleet or rental vehicles, and messenger and
courier services, but excludes a freight terminal;
"floodplain" means an area of land, whether flood-proofed or not, which is susceptible to flooding
by a watercourse, lake or other body of water;
"floodplain setback" means the required minimum distance from the natural boundary, or other
reference line of a watercourse, lake, or other body of water to any landfill or structural support
required to elevate a floor system or pad above the flood construction level, so as to maintain a
floodway and to allow for potential land erosion;
"foreshore" means land lying between the highest water mark and the lowest water mark that is
alternatively covered and exposed by water with the normal rise and fall of the level of the body of
water;
"freeboard" means a vertical distance added to a designated flood level used to establish a flood
construction level;
"freight terminal" means premises used as an origin or destination point from which vehicles are
dispatched for the delivery or pick-up of materials, goods and equipment and which may include
warehouse space for the temporary storage of such materials, goods and equipment;
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"front parcel line" means any parcel line common to a parcel and one highway other than a lane,
provided that, where a parcel is contiguous to the intersection of two or more highways, the front
parcel line is the shortest parcel line contiguous to one of the highways. Where a parcel is bisected
by a highway, both parcel lines abutting the highway are considered to be front parcel lines;
"funeral home" means a building or part of a building wherein a licensed undertaker prepares
human remains for interment and may include a chapel for funeral services (not including
cremation);
G
"golf course" means a tract of land for playing golf, pitch and putt courses or driving ranges,
including clubhouses, restaurants, pro shops and similar accessory facilities, including banquet
facilities, necessary for golf purposes and which may include buildings necessary for the
maintenance and administration of the golf course;
"gravel processing" means screening, sorting, crushing and storing of any earth material, but
excludes subsequent manufacturing operations such as concrete and asphalt plants;
"greenhouse" means a structure covered with translucent material, and used for the purpose of
growing plants, which is of sufficient size for persons to work within the structure;
"gross floor area" means the total floor area of a building measured to the outer limit of the
exterior walls of a building, but excludes:
- parking areas to a maximum floor area exclusion of 45.0 m2, unless such parking is a principal
use in which case no exclusion shall be permitted;
- a swimming pool;
- unenclosed front entry porches, balconies, decks, patios, terraces, courtyards or stairways;
and
- crawl spaces or attics.
"group moorage facility" means one or more multi-berth docks providing communal moorage to
an adjacent apartment building, resort residential building, townhouse or multi-parcel residential
development, including a strata or shared interest development;
H
"habitable area" means, for the purpose of the flood construction level provisions of this Bylaw,
any space or room within a building or structure, including a manufactured home or unit, which is
used or is capable of being used for human occupancy or industrial, business or commercial use,
or storage of goods, including equipment (and furnaces), which is susceptible to damage by
floodwater;
"height" means the vertical distance from the average finished grade at the perimeter of a building
or structure to the highest point of the roof surface of a flat roof, and to the mean level between the
eaves and the highest point of a mansard roof, and to the mean level between the eaves and the
ridge of a gable, hip, gambrel or other sloping roof, and in the case of a structure without a roof to
the highest point of the structure;
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Figure 4.1: Examples of Roof Styles
"highway" includes a street, road, lane, bridge, viaduct or any other way open to public use other
than a private right-of-way on private property;
"home occupation" means an occupation or profession that is accessory to the principal
residential use of a parcel and may include home offices; studios; home workshops, and other
similar uses;
"hooked parcel" means a parcel of which one portion is physically separated from the other
portion by a highway, or by another parcel;
"hotel" means a building containing commercial guest sleeping units, and a lobby area for guest
registration and access to the sleeping units, which may contain accessory uses such as a
restaurant, licensed drinking facilities, accessory retail sales, and meeting rooms;
I
"indoor recreation" means a facility within an enclosed building intended for leisure activities
where patrons are predominantly participants or spectators. Typical uses include amusement
arcades, bingo halls, health and fitness centres, athletic facilities and ice rinks, billiard and pool
halls, swimming pools, bowling alleys, theatres and concert or music halls;
"interior side parcel line" means a parcel line between two or more parcels other than the front,
rear or exterior side parcel line;
K
"kennel" means the care of four (4) or more dogs, cats or other domestic animals or pets whether
such animals are kept commercially for board, propagation, training, sale or for personal and
private enjoyment;
L
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"lane" means a highway that provides a secondary access to one or more parcels and is less than
8.0 metres in width;
"livestock" means horses, cattle, sheep, swine, llamas, ratites, goats, farmed game and other
similar animals;
M
"manufactured home" means a mobile home or modular home normally built in an enclosed
factory environment in one or more sections, intended to be occupied in a place other than that of
its manufacture, but excludes travel trailers, recreational vehicles, park model recreational vehicles
or campers;
"manufactured home park" means any parcel of land, upon which three (3) or more
manufactured homes or single detached dwellings are located on individual manufactured home
sites that are occupied exclusively for residential purposes on a rental basis. Includes all buildings
and structures used or intended to be used as part of such manufactured home park;
"manufactured home space" means an area of land for the installation of one manufactured home
with permissible additions and situated within a manufactured home park;
"manufacturing" means fabricating, processing, assembling and finishing of goods or materials as
well as the processing of produce, meat or beverages but excludes the use, processing or
production of hazardous wastes;
"marina" means a commercial or government establishment or premise, containing multi-berth
docking facility where more than two (2) boats or other vessels are berthed or stored, or where any
number of watercraft are serviced, constructed or kept for sale or rent. Accessory facilities for the
sale of marine fuels and lubricants, eating and drinking establishment, boating accessory retail
sales and wastewater pumping facilities may also be provided;
"metal storage container" means a purpose-designed metal cargo container for holding of goods,
which is intended to be placed on a ship, truck or railcar;
"minimum parcel size" means the minimum area of a parcel of land that can be created by
subdivision;
"mobile home" means a manufactured home which is certified as being constructed to the
Canadian Standards Association Z240 Mobile Home Series Standard;
"mobile vendor" means a vehicle intended to be moved from location to location, for the purpose
of offering for sale food or retail products;
"modular home" means a manufactured home which is certified as being constructed to the
Canadian Standards Association A277 Standard and is designed to be moved once onto a
permanent, full perimeter foundation;
"moorage" means the tying, fastening or securing of a boat or other watercraft to a dock;
"motel" means a building or buildings containing housekeeping and sleeping units each with an
exterior entrance and designed to provide temporary accommodation for the travelling public and
includes a bathroom facility and may include cooking facilities;
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N
"natural boundary" means the visible high watermark of any lake, 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 upon the soil of the bed of the lake, river, stream, or other body of
water a character distinct from that of the banks, in vegetation, as well as in the nature of the soil
itself;
"natural resource extraction" means the quarrying, sorting, screening, removal and off-site sale
of sand, gravel, earth or mineralized rock found on or under a site and includes quarries, gravel
pits, gravel processing and stripping of topsoil but excludes subsequent manufacturing operations
such as concrete and asphalt plants;
O
"off-farm products" means farm products that are not grown, reared, raised or produced on the
farm from which they are being sold;
"office" means a business premises or building, designed, intended and used for the provision of
professional, management, administrative, government, consulting, or financial services in an office
setting including but not limited to the offices of: lawyers, accountants, travel agents, real estate
and insurance firms, planners, non-government organizations, clerical agencies, Crown
corporations, municipalities and provincial or federal governments;
"outdoor market" means a temporary use where groups of individual sellers offer new and used
goods, crafts or produce for sale directly to the public;
"outdoor recreation" means a facility used and equipped for the conduct of outdoor sports, leisure
and entertainment activities, instructional courses and equipment rentals and may require
amenities such as showers and storage, but excludes equestrian centres and golf course;
"outdoor storage" means the 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. Typical
uses include but are not limited to vehicle or heavy equipment storage compounds; and the sale,
rental and storage of metal shipping containers;
P
"panhandle" means any parcel with any of the building envelope situated directly behind another
parcel so that its frontage is a relatively narrow strip of land which is an integral part of the parcel;
"parcel" means any parcel, block or other area in which land is held or into which it is subdivided
whether under the Land Title Act or the Bare Land Strata Regulations under the Strata Property Act
or a legally recorded lease of license of occupation issued by the Province of British Columbia;
"parcel coverage" means the total horizontal area of structures measured to the outside of the
exterior walls of the buildings and structures on a lot including the horizontal areas of attached
decks and porches, expressed as a percentage of the lot area, and for a structure with no defined
exterior wall, measured to the drip line of the roof or, in the case of decks and porches, includes the
horizontal flooring area;
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Figure 4.2 -- Parcel Coverage Illustration
"parcel depth" means the mean horizontal distance between the front parcel line and rear parcel
line of any parcel;
"parcel size" means the area of land within the boundaries of the lot but excludes an access strip
associated with a panhandle parcel;
"parcel width" means the mean horizontal distance between the side parcel lines of any parcel;
"park" means any publicly-owned, held or beneficially owned outdoor land or facility specifically
designed for passive or active recreation including tot-lots, playgrounds, walkways, trails, band
shells, greenbelts, buffers, nature interpretation areas, or similar land uses, including all uses
permitted in Provincial Parks, and all natural and constructed landscaping, facilities, playing fields,
buildings and structures consistent with the general purpose of public park land;
"personal service establishment" means a commercial service intended to serve the health,
grooming, financial, recreational, athletic activities or related well-being of an individual;
"poultry" means domestic fowl and pigeons including any bird in captivity but excludes ratites;
"principal building" means the buildings and structures intended for the principal use of a parcel, as
listed under the principal permitted uses of the applicable zone;
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"principal dwelling unit" means a principal residential dwelling unit that is not a secondary suite
or accessory dwelling.
"principal use" means the main purpose for which a parcel, building or structure is used;
"processed farm products" means farm products that have been transformed by biological or
other means such as fermentation, cooking, butchering, canning, smoking or drying to increase
their market value and convenience to the consumer, but excludes hot and cold food items sold for
on-site consumption;
R
"ratites" means a bird having small or rudimentary wings and no keel to the breastbone, includes
ostriches, emus, and rheas;
"rear parcel line" means the boundary of a parcel which lies the most opposite to the front parcel
line and, where the property has only three parcel lines, the rear of the parcel is the point where of
the two side parcel lines meet;
"recreational vehicle" means a vehicle designed to be towed behind a motor vehicle or self-
propelled, and includes such vehicles commonly known as travel trailers, fifth wheels, camper
trailers, pick-up coaches, motorized campers, motorized homes, park model trailers and other
similar vehicles, including vehicles constructed to the Canadian Standards Association Z240 RV
and Z241 Standards, which provide temporary recreational accommodation for the traveling public;
"recycling materials depot and drop-off centre" means a building or parcel used for the
collection, sorting, processing and temporary storage of recyclable materials including, but not
limited to: cardboard, plastics, paper, metal, bottles and similar household goods or items
returnable for deposit;
"residential" means the occupancy or use of a dwelling unit for the permanent domicile of a
person or persons; or the occasional or seasonal occupancy of a dwelling unit as a dwelling by an
owner who has a permanent domicile elsewhere or by non-paying guests of such an owner, but
excludes short-term rental accommodation;
"resort residential building" means an apartment building within which a dwelling unit may be
used for a residential or short-term rental accommodation use and which may include accessory
facilities such as eating and drinking establishments, banquet and convention rooms, recreation
facilities and personal service establishments for the convenience of residents and guests;
"retail sales of farm products" means retail activity which is accessory to a farm use and which
may include the sale of goods produced on that farm as permitted in a given zone and which
includes buildings and structures necessary for the sale and storage;
"retail" means the sale of goods to the final consumer, excluding the sale of gasoline, heavy
agricultural or industrial equipment, and excluding outdoor storage of any or any goods;
"retaining wall" means a structure or series of interdependent structures greater than 1.2
metres in height constructed to hold back, stabilize or support an earthen bank;
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"salvage operation" means a place where old articles, waste or discarded material including but
not limited to rubber tires, metal, plastics, plastic containers, glass, papers, sacks, wire, ropes, rags,
machinery, cans, any other scrap or salvage including more than two derelict vehicles, are stored
or kept, for private or commercial purposes;
"screen" means a fence, wall or hedge used as an enclosure and a visual barrier about all or part
of a parcel, broken only for driveways and walkways;
"secondary suite" means a second dwelling unit that is located entirely within a single detached
dwelling and that is clearly accessory to the principal dwelling unit, with direct access to the open
air without passage through any portion of the principal dwelling unit;
"self-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;
"service industry establishment" means a business premises or building, where non-personal
goods and services are provided, including: the repair or assembly of electronic devices, vehicles,
trucks, boats or other machinery (including painting); tire sales and repair; household cleaning and
repair; metal and woodworking; plumbing and heating sales; storage and repair;
"service station" means premises used principally for the retail sale of motor fuels, lubricating oils,
propane and motor vehicle accessories, retail sales by way of vending machines and the servicing
of motor vehicles, but excludes other retail sales, wholesale sales, or motor vehicle structural body
repairs and painting;
"setback" means the horizontal minimum permitted distance measured at right angles to a parcel
line, between the parcel line and a building or structure, or, in the case of floodplain or a
watercourse, distance measured from the natural boundary, top of bank or other reference
identified elsewhere in this Bylaw;
"setback, front" as illustrated in Figure 4.3, means the minimum required setback area between
the side parcel lines extending from the front parcel line to the nearest wall or supporting member
of a building or structure;
"setback, rear" as illustrated in Figure 4.3, means the area between the side parcel lines
extending from the rear parcel line to the nearest wall or supporting member of a building or
structure;
"setback, side" as illustrated in Figure 4.3, means the area of the parcel which extends from the
front setback to the rear setback, between the side parcel line and the nearest wall or supporting
member of a building or structure;
"short-term rental accommodation" means the use of a residential dwelling unit for the
temporary commercial accommodation of paying guests for a period of less than one month, but
excludes a bed and breakfast operation;
"sight triangle" means the area formed by intersecting parcel lines at a street corner and a line
joining points on the parcel measured 6.0 metres from the point of intersection of the parcel;
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Figure 4.3 -- Setback Areas
"single detached dwelling" means a detached building that contains one dwelling unit used for
residential use by one family and may contain a secondary suite if permitted in the applicable zone,
and includes a modular home but excludes a mobile home;
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"sleeping unit" means one or more habitable rooms used or intended to be used for sleeping or
sleeping and living purposes, but excludes cooking facilities;
"solar energy device" means a device designed to collect, store and distribute solar energy;
"solid screen" means a solid fence or wall used as an enclosure and a total visual barrier about all
or part of a parcel and includes gates on all access points made of materials comparable to the
fence or wall;
"standard dykes" means dykes built to a minimum crest elevation equal to the flood construction
level, which meet standards of design and construction approved by the Province and which are
maintained by an ongoing entity such as a local government body;
"stockyard" means a building or enclosure with pens or sheds for housing, buying, selling and
auctioning livestock;
"storage and warehouse" means the storage and distribution of goods, wares, merchandise,
substances, articles or things, whether or not the storage is contained in separately occupied,
secured storage areas or lockers;
"structure" means any construction fixed to, supported by or sunk into land or water, and includes
swimming pools, retaining walls and manufactured home spaces, but excludes fences under 2.0
metres in height, landscaping, paving and signs unless otherwise noted in this bylaw;
"swimming platform" means a floating structure used for recreational activities, such as
swimming, diving, and sun bathing, but excludes moorage;
T
"tourist accommodation" means a building or buildings providing temporary accommodation for
the travelling public, such as lodges, motels, hotels, inns, or hostels, which may include common
public facilities, such as an eating and drinking establishment, gift shop; personal services, or spa;
but does not include short-term rental accommodation, recreational vehicles, park model trailers or
mobile homes;
"tourist cabin" means a detached building containing a maximum of one sleeping unit, and which
may include washroom facilities, used exclusively to provide temporary accommodation for the
travelling public;
"townhouse" means a building not more than three storeys high divided into three or more
dwelling units located side by side under one roof with private entrances to each dwelling unit from
the exterior of the building and with each dwelling unit sharing common walls;
U
"utility use" means the use of land for the establishment of facilities and associated appurtenances
for the provision of water, sewer, electrical, natural gas, communication, fire protection and
transportation; but excludes oil or gas storage tanks; power sub-stations; sewage treatment plants;
offices; or public storage or maintenance and works yards;
V
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"vehicle sales and rentals" means premises used for the sale, lease or hire of new or used
vehicles, which may include accessory incidental maintenance services, storage, fueling, washing
and sales of parts but excludes automobile body repair. For the purposes of this definition a
"vehicle" includes automobiles, recreational vehicles (RV's), boats, all-terrain vehicles (ATV's), and
motorcycles;
"veterinary establishment" means a use conducted for the care, treatment, or hospitalization of
animals, birds and fish and may include grooming facilities and sales of accessory supplies, but
excludes the keeping or boarding of animals not under care, treatment or hospitalisation;
W
"water-based recreation" means the use of water for outdoor recreation activities such as fishing,
water skiing, boating, swimming, and diving;
"watercourse" includes any of the following: a watercourse, whether it usually contains water or
not; a pond, lake, river, creek or brook; or a ditch, spring or wetland that is connected by surface
flow to a watercourse;
"wet bar" means an area within a dwelling unit, other than a cooking facility, that is not in a room
with a natural gas or 220-volt electrical connection, and is used for the preparation of beverages. A
wet bar includes no more than one (1) single sink, one (1) compact refrigerator, freezer or ice
maker and no more than 1.5 metres of counter and lower cabinet space;
"wholesale business" means an establishment acting as agents or brokers and buying
merchandise for, or selling merchandise to retail users, industrial users, commercial users,
institutional users or wholesale users; and
"winery" means the use of land, buildings or structures involved in the manufacturing, packaging,
storing and sales of grape and fruit-based wines, including a wine bar, food & beverage lounge and
an eating and drinking establishment.
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5.0
CREATION OF ZONES
5.1
Zoning Districts
For the purposes of this Bylaw, the area of the Town of Osoyoos subject to this Bylaw is
hereby divided into zoning districts with the following zone designations and their
abbreviations. The headings below create categories of zones and represent all the zones
under that heading:
ZONING TITLE
ABBREVIATION
Low Density Residential Zones
Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential
RS1
Residential Manufactured Home Park
RSM
Medium Density Residential Zones
Medium Density Residential One
RM1
Town Centre Zones
Town Centre
TC
Commercial Zones
Highway Commercial
C1
Neighbourhood Commercial
C2
Service Commercial One
CS1
Service Commercial Two
CS2
Tourist Commercial Zones
Tourist Commercial
CT1
Campground Commercial
CT2
Marina Commercial
CT3
Resort Commercial
CT4
Industrial Zones
General Industrial
I1
Administrative and Institutional Zones
Administrative and Institutional
AI
Airport
AP
Parks & Natural Environment Zones
Parks and Recreation
PR
Desert Park Exhibition
DPE
Conservation Area
CA
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Osoyoos Lake
W1
Agricultural Zones
Agriculture
AG
Comprehensive Development Zones
Lakeshore Drive Comprehensive Development
CD1
5.2
Definition of Zones
The area of each zone is defined by Schedule '2'.
5.3
Interpretation
Except as expressly provided in this Bylaw, all headings, italicized clauses and other
references forming part of this Bylaw must be construed as being inserted for convenience
and reference only.
5.4
Permitted Uses
In respect of each zone created under Section 5.1 of this Bylaw:
.1
the only uses permitted are those listed in respect of each zone under the heading
"Permitted Uses" in Sections 11.0 to 20.0 of this Bylaw; and
.2
uses not listed in respect of a particular zone are prohibited.
5.5
Conditions of Use
On a particular site in a specified zone created under this Bylaw, the maximum permitted
parcel coverage, height and density and the minimum required setbacks are set out in
respect of each specified zone in the provisions found in Sections 11.0 to 20.0 of this Bylaw.
5.6
Parcels Divided by Zone Boundary
Where a parcel is included in more than one zone, the zone boundary as shown on the map
accompanying and forming part of this Bylaw shall be deemed to be a parcel boundary for
the purposes of determining applicable uses, parcel size, densities and/or regulations other
than building setbacks contained in this Bylaw.
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6.0
GENERAL REGULATIONS
6.1
Fences
The height of a fence shall be determined by measurement from the ground level, at the
place on which the fence is to be located, to the top of the fence.
.1
No fence shall exceed 2.0 metres in height to the rear of a front setback or 1.2 metres
in height in the front setback except:
a) in the Agriculture (AG) Zone all fences may be up to 2.0 metres in height, and in
the Industrial zones all fences may be up to 3.0 metres in height;
b) in the case of a fence constructed on top of a retaining wall, the combined height of
the fence and the retaining wall at the parcel line or within 1.2 metres of the parcel
line shall not exceed 1.8 metres in height, as measured from the finished grade of
the abutting higher parcel;
c)
deer fences shall not be limited in height, provided such fences are constructed of
material that permits visibility, such as wire mesh or wire strand, but excluding
chain link; and
d) fences for ball parks, golf courses and tennis courts shall not be limited in height,
provided such fences are constructed of materials that permit visibility, such as wire
mesh.
.2
The use of barbed wire for fencing is prohibited within all zones, except the AG and M1
zones.
.3
The use of razor wire for fencing is prohibited within all zones.
.4
No fence shall be sited below the high water mark of Osoyoos Lake.
6.2
Height Exemptions
.1
No part of a building or structure shall extend beyond a height limit required by this
Bylaw except the following minor projections on buildings:
a) antennas, belfries, chimney stacks, church spires, clearance markers, elevator
shafts, flagpoles, monuments, rooftop mechanical equipment, ventilation machinery
and water tanks.
b) roof mounted solar energy devices to a maximum of 1.0 meter above the maximum
height allowed for the building or structure on which it is installed.
.2
Despite any other provisions of this Bylaw, for those lands situated between the paved
surface of the Osoyoos Airport runway and Highway No. 3, and as shown shaded
yellow on Figure 6.2.2, the maximum building or structure height shall be:
a) below a surface created using a 5 horizontal to 1 vertical slope projected from the
edge of the airstrip which is measured as 30 meters from the centreline of the
runway, and shall not exceed 13.0 meters; and
b) consistent with Transport Canada requirements for obstacle limitation surfaces.
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FIGURE 6.2.2
6.3
Metal Storage Containers
.1 The use of metal storage containers as accessory buildings or structures is permitted in
the Agriculture (AG) and General Industrial (I1) zones in accordance with the following
criteria:
a) the maximum number of metal storage containers shall not exceed two (2) per
parcel and shall not be located between the principal building and any street
frontage, except a lane;
b) the stacking of metal storage containers is prohibited; and
c)
metal storage containers shall be sited in accordance with the regulations for the
siting of accessory buildings or structures.
.2
Metal storage containers are prohibited in every other zone, except that one (1) metal
storage container may be used for temporary storage during active construction only
provided that a valid building permit has been issued authorizing the construction in
relation to which the storage container is used, and the active construction is in
accordance with the building permit.
6.4
Mobile Vendor
.1
A mobile vendor is permitted as an accessory building or structure in the Agriculture,
Town Centre, Commercial, Tourist Commercial, Industrial and Parks and Recreation
(PR) zones.
.2
despite Section 6.4.1, for parcels situated within the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR), a
"mobile vendor" is permitted only to the extent that a "non-farm use" approval from the
Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) has been granted.
6.5
Prohibited Uses of Land, Buildings and Structures
.1
The use of land in contravention of the terms or conditions of a Temporary Use Permit
that has been issued under Section 493 of the Local Government Act is prohibited.
.2
The residential use of a tent or a recreational vehicle is prohibited in all zones.
.3
The wrecking, salvage or storage of more than two derelict vehicles or the use of land
as a salvage operation is prohibited in all zones except the General Industrial (I1) Zone.
.4
The use of land for the keeping of poultry or honeybee hives is prohibited in all zones
except the Agriculture (AG) Zone.
6.6
Recreational Vehicles
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.1
Only recreational vehicles, to a maximum of one (1), belonging to the owner or occupier
of a principal single detached dwelling on a parcel may be stored or parked on the
same parcel. Stored recreational vehicles shall not be connected to a sewage disposal
system, water system or power source.
.2
Despite Section 6.6.1, a recreational vehicle may be maintained and occupied on a
parcel during the construction of a new single detached dwelling on the same parcel,
and for a period not exceeding two (2) years, subject to the following:
a) it is incidental to the construction of a principal residential building;
b) the building or structure must have a valid building permit;
c)
it meets the siting regulations of the zone in which it is located; and
d) it is removed within thirty (30) days of the issuance of an Occupancy Permit for the
principal residential building.
6.7
Residential Density Calculation
In zones where a maximum number of residential units per hectare is permitted, the density
shall be determined as follows:
(permitted density ÷ 10,000) x parcel area = permitted number of units
The value of this product shall be rounded down to the nearest whole number of units.
6.8
Retaining Walls
1.
the height of a retaining wall shall be determined by measurement from the lowest
finished grade at the base of the retaining wall to the top of any part of the retaining
wall.
2.
the minimum horizontal distance between individual retaining walls on the same parcel,
as measured from the outer face of each retaining wall, must not be less than the height
of the lowest retaining wall.
3.
retaining walls constructed closer than the height of the lowest retaining wall will
collectively be considered a single retaining wall for the purposes of determining the
height of a retaining wall.
4.
no retaining wall shall exceed 2.0 metres in height except:
a) in a required setback for a front parcel line, side parcel line or rear parcel line no
retaining wall shall exceed 1.2 metres in height; and
b) on a corner site contiguous to a highway intersection, no retaining wall is permitted
within a distance of 4.5 metres from the corner of the site at the intersection of the
streets.
5.
despite sub-section 6.8.4(a), a retaining wall in a required setback for a front parcel line,
side parcel line or rear parcel line may be 2.0 metres in height where the finished grade
of the subject parcel at the base of the retaining wall is lower than the finished grade of
the abutting parcel or highway.
6.
despite sub-section 6.8.4(b), a retaining wall is permitted within 4.5 metres of a corner
site contiguous to a highway intersection where the finished grade of the subject parcel
at the base of the retaining wall is lower than the finished grade of the abutting highway,
and provided no part of the retaining wall extends above the finished grade of the
abutting highway.
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Figure 6.8.1 - Retaining Wall Illustration
Figure 6.8.2 - Retaining Wall in a Setback Illustration
6.9
Setback Exemptions
.1
No part of any building or structure shall project into a setback required by this Bylaw
except the following minor projections on buildings:
a) Gutters, eaves, sunshades, cornices, belt courses and sills may project into
required setbacks to a maximum of 0.6 metres measured horizontally;
b) Unenclosed access ramps for physically disabled persons may project fully into
required setbacks;
c)
chimneys, bay windows or other architectural projections which do not comprise
more than 25% of the total length of a wall and do not project more than 0.6 metres
measured horizontally;
d) unenclosed stairwells, unsupported balconies, porches or canopies, may project no
more than:
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i) front setback:
1.5 metres, measured horizontally
ii) rear setback:
2.0 metres, measured horizontally
e) roof mounted solar energy devices to a maximum of 1.0 meter above the maximum
height allowed for the building or structure on which it is installed; and
f)
In no case shall a projection cross a parcel line.
.2
Freestanding clothes line poles, antennas, masts, utility poles, flagpoles, open roof
pergolas and children's play equipment are permitted anywhere on a parcel.
.3
An unenclosed swimming pool constructed at finished grade (not above ground) shall
be subject only to the following setback regulations:
a) not be located between a principal building and a front parcel line;
b) located a minimum 1.2 metre to a rear or interior side parcel line; and
c)
located a minimum of 3.0 metres from an exterior side parcel line.
.4 A ground mounted solar energy system less than 1.2 metres in height may be sited on
a parcel less than 0.25 ha in area and within a prescribed parcel line setback area.
6.10 Solar Energy Systems
.1
A solar energy system is permitted in the Low Density Residential, Medium Density
Residential, High Density Residential, Commercial, Tourist Commercial and Town
Centre zones in accordance with the following criteria:
a) the device is attached to either a principal or accessory building or structure, and
does not extend beyond the outermost edge of the roof;
b) it is in the form of a ground mounted system and does not exceed a height of 1.2
meters; and
c)
despite sub-section b), in all other zones, a ground mounted system may be sited
in accordance with the applicable maximum height and minimum parcel line
setback requirements for accessory buildings and structures.
6.11 Uses Permitted in Every Zone
The following uses are permitted in every zone and are not subject to any minimum parcel
area requirements of any zone:
.1
Government controlled, held or sanctioned parks, playfields and playgrounds open to
the public;
.2
utility uses;
.3
roads and lanes;
.4
conservation area;
.5
fire halls, police stations, ambulance service uses, and similar emergency services;
.6
facilities permitted by provincial enactment for:
a) day care for no more than eight (8) persons in care, or
b) residence for no more than ten (10) persons, not more than six (6) of whom are
persons in care.
.7
Provincial, municipal, and regional improvement district works for flood control.
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6.12 Visibility at Intersections
.1
In all zones, no fence, landscaping, retaining wall, or other obstruction shall be erected
or permitted at a height greater than 1.0 metre within a sight triangle, at or within a
distance of 6.0 metres from the corner of the parcel at the intersection of the highway.
Figure 6.12 - Sight Triangle
6.13 Waterfront Facilities
Boat lifts, docks, group moorage facilities and swimming platforms may only be sited in the
Osoyoos Lake (W1) Zone in accordance with the following:
.1
The following regulations apply to a dock:
a) the maximum number shall not exceed one (1) per upland parcel;
b) the maximum number of berths shall not exceed three (3);
c) the maximum surface area shall not exceed 24.0 m2, excluding any walkway
providing pedestrian access to or from a dock; and
d) the maximum width of a walkway shall not exceed 1.5 metres.
.2
The following regulations apply to a group moorage facility:
a) the maximum number shall not exceed one (1) per upland parcel;
b) the maximum number of berths shall not exceed one (1) berth for every two (2)
residential units occurring on an adjacent upland parcel;
c) a permitted berth may be substituted on a one-to-one basis for a boat lift;
d) the maximum length a group moorage facility shall extend from the high water mark
of Osoyoos Lake is 42.0 metres; and
e) the maximum width of a walkway shall not exceed 1.5 metres; and
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f) an 'L' or 'T' shaped facility is permitted if the length of the structure which is parallel
to the shoreline does not exceed:
i)
10.0 metres; or
ii)
50% of the width of the frontage of the upland parcel with the high water mark
of Osoyoos Lake.
.3
The following regulations apply to a swimming platform:
a) the maximum number shall not exceed one (1) per upland parcel; and
b) the maximum surface area shall not exceed 10.0 m2.
.4
Public access across the foreshore of Osoyoos Lake shall be maintained by providing
either a level ground access, a walkway or stairs across a dock or group moorage
facility.
.5
A boat lift shall either be attached directly to a dock or group moorage facility, or be
sited within 0.5 metres of such a structure.
.6
A boat lift, dock, group moorage facility or swimming platform shall not involve:
a) fencing within the foreshore or within Osoyoos Lake;
b) covered structures; and
c) hot tubs.
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7.0
SPECIFIC USE REGULATIONS
7.1
Accessory Buildings and Structures
.1
No accessory building or structure shall be used for residential occupancy or contain
showers and bathtubs, bedrooms, sleeping facilities, cooking facilities, wet bars,
balconies or decks.
.2
No accessory building or structure shall be situated on a parcel unless:
a) a principal building has already been erected on the same lot; or
b) a principal building will be erected simultaneously with the accessory building or
structure on the same lot.
.3
An accessory structure is not to be situated between a front parcel line and a principal
structure.
7.2
Accessory Dwellings
The following regulations apply to accessory dwellings where permitted as a use in this
Bylaw:
.1
An accessory dwelling shall not be attached to a principal building containing one or
more dwelling units.
.2
No accessory dwelling shall have a floor area greater than 125.0 m2, unless otherwise
specified.
.3
An accessory dwelling cannot be subdivided under the Strata Property Act.
.4
An accessory dwelling shall not be permitted on parcels less than 1.0 ha in area unless
connected to a community sewer system.
.5
A parking space for an accessory dwelling shall not be provided in tandem with parking
spaces provided for any other use on a parcel.
.6
In the Commercial, Tourist Commercial and Industrial zones, an accessory dwelling:
i)
shall be located at the rear of a building on the ground floor, or above the first
storey;
ii)
shall have a separate entrance from the exterior of the building and shall not share
a common hallway with commercial, tourist commercial or industrial uses; and
iii) despite section 7.2.4, may be permitted on a parcel less than 1.0 ha in area that is
not connected to a community sewer system, if no other dwelling unit is situated on
the parcel.
7.3
Bed and Breakfast Operations
A bed and breakfast operation is permitted where listed as a permitted use, provided that:
.1
it is located within one principal dwelling unit on the parcel;
.2
no more than eight (8) patrons shall be accommodated within the dwelling unit;
.3
no more than four (4) bedrooms shall be used for the bed and breakfast operation;
.4
no cooking facilities shall be provided for within the bedrooms intended for the bed and
breakfast operation;
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.5
no patron shall stay at the bed and breakfast operation for more than thirty (30)
consecutive days with 30 days in between any subsequent stay; and
.6
only persons residing in the principal dwelling unit may carry on the bed and breakfast
operation on the parcel occupied by the principal dwelling unit, and must be present on
the property and residing in the principal dwelling unit during a patron's stay.
7.4
Child Care Facility
The following regulations apply to a child care facility use where permitted as a use in a Low
Density Residential Zone in this Bylaw:
1. A child care facility is not permitted on a parcel with more than one (1) residential
dwelling unit;
2. A child care facility shall be carried out within a single detached dwelling; and
3. The maximum number of child care facilities permitted per parcel is one (1).
7.5
Home Occupation
The following regulations apply to home occupation uses where permitted as a use in this
Bylaw:
1.
A home occupation shall not occupy more than 40% of the floor area of a principal
dwelling unit to a maximum of 50.0 m2.
2.
A home occupation shall be carried out within the principal dwelling unit, or in an
accessory building or structure where permitted in the particular zone, with no external
storage of materials, containers or finished products.
3.
No retail sales shall be permitted in a home occupation, except for:
a) goods produced or made on the premises;
b) telephone or internet sales or sales where the customer does not enter the
premises;
c)
mail order sales;
d) direct distributors where customers do not enter the premises; and
e) sale of products directly related to the home occupation.
4.
No vehicle exceeding 4,600 kg in vehicle weight and associated with or used in the
conduct of a home occupation shall be parked or otherwise located outside of an
unenclosed building.
5.
Only persons residing in the principal dwelling unit may carry on the home occupation
located on the parcel occupied by the principal dwelling unit.
6.
One (1) vehicle parking space is required in addition to those required for the principal
single detached dwelling.
7.
A home occupation shall not involve:
a) material or products that produce inflammable or explosive vapours or gases under
ordinary temperatures;
b) the outdoor storage of materials, vehicles and equipment associated with a
contractor, trade or mobile service;
c)
the boarding, breeding or keeping of animals;
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d) cannabis production, indoor and cannabis production, outdoor;
e) the salvage or repair of motor vehicles, boats, or other machinery; or
f)
the assembly of more than four (4) persons for any artistic, educational, religious,
therapeutic or similar activity.
7.6
Retail Sales of Farm Products
.1
Where retail sales of farm products is permitted in a zone, the retail sales area for farm
products shall not exceed 100.0 m2.
.2
For the purpose of calculating the area used for retail sales in a building or structure,
the following shall be included:
a) aisles and other areas of circulation;
b) shelf and display space;
c)
counter space for packaging and taking payment;
d) any area used for the service and consumption of hot and cold food items; and
Any office area, wholesale storage area, processing facility or parking area or driveway,
whether used for retail sale or not, shall be excluded.
7.7
Short-Term Rental Accommodations
A short-term rental accommodation is permitted where listed as a permitted use, provided
that:
1. the maximum number of patrons that may be accommodated within a dwelling unit
shall not exceed two (2) per bedroom;
2. A bed and breakfast operation has not been licenced to occur on the parcel.
3. for parcels situated within the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR), a "non-adhering
residential use" approval from the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) has been
granted for the short-term rental accommodation use or the use is otherwise permitted
under the ALC Act and regulations.
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8.0
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
8.1
Minimum Parcel Size Exceptions for Subdivision
.1
Minimum parcel size for subdivision requirements of this Bylaw do not apply to:
a) the consolidation of existing parcels or the addition of closed streets to an existing
parcel;
b) the alteration of lot lines between two or more parcels where:
i)
no additional parcels are created upon completion of the alteration;
ii)
the altered lot line does not infringe on the required setbacks for an existing
building or structure located on a parcel;
iii) the alteration does not reduce the site area of the parcels involved to a size
less than that of the smallest parcel that existed prior to the alteration.
c)
the creation of a parcel for a "utility service" use, provided that the parcel area shall
not be less than 140.0 m2, and a statutory covenant under s. 219 of the Land Title
Act is registered in favour of the Town of Osoyoos restricting its use to "utility
services" and prohibiting exterior storage
d) a subdivision approved by the Agricultural Land Commission under its homesite
severance policy.
e) building strata lots authorised pursuant to the Strata Property Act.
.2
An existing parcel that meets the present minimum parcel size requirements of this
Bylaw must not, upon completion of a parcel line alteration, have a parcel size less than
that required within the respective zone.
8.2
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision Exceptions
.1
Minimum parcel width for subdivision requirements of this Bylaw do not apply to:
a) the creation of a parcel within a residential zone for a "utility service" use, provided
that the parcel width shall not be less than 7.5 metres, and a statutory covenant
under s. 219 of the Land Title Act is registered in favour of the Town of Osoyoos
restricting its use to "utility services" and prohibiting exterior storage.
8.3
Minimum Parcel Size Requirements for Bare Land Strata Subdivisions
.1
The parcel size and dimension rules in this bylaw do not apply to designated access
routes in a bare land strata plan.
.2
The minimum average parcel size is equal to the minimum parcel size for the
designated zoning.
8.4
Minimum Servicing Requirements for New Parcels
.1
If a provision in this Bylaw establishes a minimum parcel size of less than 1.0 ha for a
new parcel to be created by subdivision, that minimum parcel size only applies to a new
parcel that will be connected to a community water system and a community sewer
system.
8.5
Panhandle Parcels
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.1
When a parcel is to be in the form of a panhandle, the access strip or panhandle shall
not be included in the calculation of the area of the parcel for the purpose of
determining compliance with a minimum parcel area requirement of this bylaw.
.2
Despite the minimum parcel width provisions for subdivision of this Bylaw, a panhandle
lot may be created provided that the minimum parcel width of the panhandle is 8.0
metres and the maximum length of the panhandle is 20.0 metres.
.3
When a parcel is to be in the form of a panhandle, the minimum parcel width
requirement shall be calculated for the width of the parcel fronting on the extension of
the panhandle.
.4
No more than two (2) panhandle parcels may be created where the panhandles abut
each other.
8.6
Hooked Parcels
.1
The subdivision of land to create a hooked parcel is prohibited.
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9.0
FLOODPLAIN REGULATIONS
9.1
Floodplain Designation and Flood Construction Level
.1
The following land is designated as a floodplain:
a) the area shown as the 200 year floodplain for Osoyoos Lake on the floodplain
maps attached as Schedule '3' to this Bylaw;
b) any land that is less than 1.5 metres above the natural boundary of any other
watercourse.
.2
The flood construction level for land designated as a floodplain in section 9.1.1 is:
a) the 200 year flood levels shown on the provincial floodplain maps for the floodplain
designated in section 9.1.1(a);
b) 3.0 metres above the natural boundary for the floodplain designated in section
9.1.1(b);
c)
1.5 metres above the natural boundary for the floodplain designated in section
9.1.1(c); and
d) Osoyoos Lake: 280.70 metres Geodetic Survey of Canada (GSC) datum.
9.2
Siting Buildings and Structures in Floodplains
Despite any other provisions of this Bylaw, no building or structure shall be located within:
.1
7.5 metres of the natural boundary of any lake, pond or marsh, or the top of bank where
the bank is within 7.5 metres of the natural boundary of any lake, pond or marsh.
9.3
Floodplain Management Regulations
.1
No person shall place any structural support for a habitable area or fill required to
support a habitable area on land within a floodplain setback area under Section 9.2;
.2
No person shall construct, reconstruct, move or extend a floor system or pad which
supports a habitable area, such that the underside of the wooden floor system or the
top of the pad or the ground surface on which it is located, is lower than the flood
construction levels specified in Section 9.1 except as provided in Sections 9.3.3 and
9.3.4;
.3
Despite Section 9.3.2, the following floodplain management regulations apply:
a) For Dwelling Units in the Agricultural Land Reserve:
A dwelling unit on a parcel that is 8.0 hectares or greater in area and located within
the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) shall be located with the underside of any
wooden floor system, or the top of the pad of any habitable area, or in the case of a
manufactured home the top of the pad or the ground surface on which it is located, no
lower than:
i)
1.0 metre above the natural ground elevation taken at any point on the perimeter
of the building; or
ii)
the flood construction levels specified in Section 9.1, whichever is the lesser.
b) For Closed-Sided Livestock Buildings:
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Closed-sided livestock buildings that are not behind standard dykes shall be
located with the underside of any wooden floor system, or the top of the pad of any
habitable area, or the ground surface on which it is located, no lower than:
i)
1.0 metre above the natural ground elevation, taken at any point on the
perimeter of the building; or
ii)
the flood construction levels specified in Section 9.1, whichever is lesser.
c)
For Industrial Buildings:
Industrial buildings, other than the main electrical power system, must be located
with the underside of any wooden floor system or the top of any pad of any
habitable area or the ground surface on which it is located not lower than the flood
construction levels specified in Section 9.1 minus freeboard. Main electrical
switchgear shall not be lower than the flood construction level.
.4
The floodplain management regulations specified in Section 9.3.3 may be achieved by
structural elevation of the habitable area, or by placing adequately compacted fill on
which any habitable area is to be constructed or located, or by a combination of both
structural elevation and fill.
.5
Where fill is used to meet the floodplain management regulations specified in Sections
9.3.2 and 9.3.3, the face of the fill slope must be adequately protected against erosion
from flood flows, wave action, ice and other debris hazards.
.6
The following developments and uses are excluded from the requirements of the
floodplain management regulations specified in Sections 9.3.2 and 9.3.3:
a) renovations, except structural, to existing buildings or structures that do not involve
additions thereto;
b) that portion of a building or structure to be used as a carport or garage;
c)
farm buildings other than dwelling units and closed-sided livestock housing;
d) closed-sided livestock housing behind standard dykes;
e) on-loading and off-loading facilities associated with water-oriented industries and
portable sawmills.
Figure 9 - Floodplain Illustration
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10.0
VEHICLE PARKING & LOADING REGULATIONS
10.1
Basic Provisions
.1
Section 10.0 of this bylaw applies only to highways not subject to provincially
controlled access regulations.
.2
Space for the off-street parking and loading of motor vehicles in respect of a class of a
building or use under this Bylaw must be provided and maintained in accordance with
the regulations of this Section.
.3
In any Residential zone, no vehicle or equipment having a gross vehicle weight in
excess of 4,600 kg shall be parked or stored on a parcel unless stored such that the
vehicle or equipment is entirely enclosed within a building, except a recreational
vehicle belonging to the owner or occupier of the principal dwelling unit on a parcel.
10.2
Calculation of Off-Street Vehicle Parking Spaces
.1
The number of off-street parking and loading spaces for motor vehicles required for
any use is calculated according to Tables 10.2.1 & 10.2.2 of this Bylaw.
.2
In reference to a building or use permitted under this Bylaw which is not specifically
referred to in Tables 10.2.1 & 10.2.2, the number of off-street parking and loading
spaces is calculated on the basis of the requirements for a similar class of building or
use that is listed in Tables 10.2.1 & 10.2.2.
.3
Where the calculation of the required off-street parking or loading space results in a
fraction, the required number of spaces shall be rounded down to the nearest whole
number.
.4
Where more than one building or use is located on a parcel, the required number of
off-street parking spaces shall be the sum of the requirements for each use, unless
otherwise expressly provided for in this Bylaw.
.5
Where more than one standard may apply to a use, the standard requiring the
greatest number of parking spaces shall be used.
.6
Where the calculation of the required off-street parking or loading space requires a
determination of gross floor area, this shall include the floor area of all accessory
buildings and structures (including basements), except where such buildings and
structures are used for parking or mechanical purposes.
Table 10.2.1: Required Off-Street Vehicle Parking Spaces
USE
REQUIRED NUMBER OF SPACES
RESIDENTIAL
accessory dwelling
1 per dwelling unit
apartment building or townhouse
1.5 per dwelling unit
bed and breakfast operation
1 per sleeping unit
duplex dwelling
1 per dwelling unit
manufactured home park
1 per manufactured home; and
1 per 5 manufactured homes for visitors
secondary suite
1 per dwelling unit
single detached dwelling
1 per dwelling unit
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USE
REQUIRED NUMBER OF SPACES
COMMERCIAL
alcohol production facility
1 per 30 m2 of gross floor area of
customer service area
campground
1 per camping space
eating and drinking establishment
1 per 4 seats; or 1 per 10 m2 of customer
service floor area, whichever is greater
golf course
2 per golf hole
indoor recreation
1 per 50.0 m2 of gross floor area
outdoor recreation
25 per playing field
office
1 per 30.0 m2 of gross floor area
personal service establishment
1 per 30.0 m2 of gross floor area
resort residential building
1.5 per dwelling unit
retail
1 per 30.0 m2 of gross floor area
service station
1 per 30.0 m2 of gross floor area
Short-term rental accommodation
1 per sleeping unit
tourist accommodation
1 per sleeping unit
vehicle sales and rentals
1 per 70 m2 of sales floor area; and
1 per service bay
veterinary establishment
1 per 30.0 m2 of gross floor area
other commercial uses
1 per 40.0 m2 of gross floor area
INDUSTRIAL
manufacturing
1 per 200.0 m2 of gross floor area
outdoor storage and self-storage
5 per business
storage and warehouse
1 per 200.0 m2 of gross floor area
other industrial uses
1 per 200.0 m2 of gross floor area
RURAL
agri-tourism
4 per business
agri-tourism accommodation
1 per accommodation unit
packing, processing and storage of farm
products
1 per 200.0 m2 of gross floor area
retail sales of farm products
1 per 30.0 m2 of gross floor area
MARINE
boat launch
10 per ramp
marina
1 per 5.0 slips, berths or stalls; and
1 per employee
ADMINISTRATIVE & INSTITUTIONAL
assembly
1 per 5 seats or 1 per 20 m2 of assembly
area, whichever is greater
child care facility
1 per employee
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USE
REQUIRED NUMBER OF SPACES
community care facility
1 per 2 persons licenced occupancy
cultural facility
1 per 40.0 m2 of gross floor area
educational facility
elementary school: 2 per classroom
middle school: 2 per classroom
secondary school: 3 per classroom
health care centres and hospitals
1 per 4 beds
other administrative and institutional uses 1 per 30.0 m2 of gross floor area
Table 10.2.2: Required Off-Street Loading Spaces
USE
REQUIRED NUMBER OF SPACES
Commercial
1 per 2,500.0 m2 gross floor area
Industrial
1 per 2,500.0 m2 gross floor area
Institutional
1 per 3,000.0m2 gross floor area
10.3
Design Standards for Off-Street Vehicle Parking and Loading Areas
.1
Vehicle Parking Space Standards
i) All parking areas shall be provided with adequate curbs, or wheel stops in order to
retain all vehicles within the parking areas and to ensure that fences, retaining
walls, landscaping and pedestrian paths as well as any buildings or structures are
protected.
ii) All parking areas with four (4) or more parking spaces shall be surfaced with a
permanent hard surface of asphalt; concrete; permeable or porous pavement,
such as open-jointed pavers, turf or gravel grids or porous concrete or asphalt;
interlocking paving stones, or similar hard surface treatment so as to provide a
surface that is durable and dust free for the purpose intended.
iii) All off-street loading spaces shall be clearly marked with the words "Loading
space only" on the pavement or an adjoining wall face.
iv) Parking spaces for a single detached dwelling and a home occupation may be
arranged in tandem such that one space is located behind the other space with a
common or shared point of access to a highway.
.2
Vehicle Parking Space Dimensions
i) Dimensions for off-street parking and loading spaces shall satisfy the size
requirements in Table 10.3 (Dimensions of Parking and Loading Spaces).
Table 10.3: Dimensions of Parking and Loading Spaces
TYPE OF PARKING SPACE
MINIMUM DIMENSIONS
Width
Length
Height
Standard Parking Space
2.7 m
6.0 m
2.2 m
Parallel Parking Space
2.7 m
7.0 m
2.2 m
Boat Launch Parking Space
3.0 m
9.0 m
2.2 m
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Parking Space for Persons with Disabilities
3.7 m
6.0 m
2.75 m
Loading Space
3.0 m
9.0 m
4.0 m
ii) Where one or both sides of a parking space abut a wall or other barrier more than
0.15 metres high, an additional 0.3 metres width shall be provided to each
abutting parking space on the side(s) adjacent to such a barrier.
iii) An off-street parking area shall be constructed to permit unobstructed access to
and egress from each space at all times, except tandem spaces, as permitted at
Section 7.2.5.
iv) Vehicle access to all parking spaces shall be provided by means of unobstructed
manoeuvring aisles, each having widths not less than:
a) 7.3 metres, where parking spaces are located at 90 degrees to the
manoeuvring aisle providing access to the space;
b) 5.2 metres, where parking spaces are located at 60 degrees to the
manoeuvring aisle providing access to the space; or
c)
3.7 metres, where the parking spaces are located at 45 degrees or less to the
manoeuvring aisle providing access to the space.
v) Where parking spaces are located at 60 degrees, or less to the maneuvering
aisle, only one-way traffic is permitted in the maneuvering aisle.
vi) Despite Section 11.3.2(i), the minimum required off-street parking space
dimensions in Table 10.3 may be reduced for up to 20% of the parking spaces to
2.4 metres wide and 5.0 metres long to accommodate small cars, provided that
the spaces are clearly identified, grouped and signed for small car use only.
10.4
Location of Off-Street Vehicle Parking and Loading Spaces
.1
Off-street parking and loading spaces shall be located on the same parcel as the
building or use they serve, except:
i)
in the Town Centre (TC) Zone, required parking spaces may be located on a
separate parcel (the "parking parcel") provided that:
a) the parking parcel is situated within 200.0 metres of the building or use
requiring the parking;
b) a covenant under s.219 of the Land Title Act is registered against the title of
the parking parcel, in favour of the Town, to ensure that the parking area is
used only for parking spaces for the building or use requiring the parking;
and
c) an easement is registered against the title of the parking parcel in favour of
the owner of the parcel on which the building requiring the parking is
located, ensuring that the parking area is available for parking.
.2
Despite sub-section .1, off-street loading spaces shall be located on the same parcel
as the building or use they serve, but not within a required front or side parcel line
setback area or within 7.5 metres of any point where two highways intersect.
10.5
Payment In Lieu of Off-Street Vehicle Parking Spaces
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.1
Where a property is developed within the Town Centre (TC) Zone, a partial or total
reduction of on-site parking requirements is permitted if the owner pays $10,000.00
per parking space required but not provided into the Town's collective parking fund.
.2
Where a change of use occurs within the TC Zone such that Table 10.2.1 requires
additional parking spaces to those already provided, a partial or total reduction of on-
site parking requirements is permitted if the owner pays $10,000.00 per parking space
required but not provided into the Town's collective parking fund.
.3
Payment in Lieu of parking is payable at the time when a Building Permit is issued for
the building or structure that is being put to the use that requires the parking space
specified at Table 10.2.1, or where no Building Permit is required, the use that
requires the parking space specified at Table 10.2.1 is granted a business licence.
10.6
Off-Street Vehicle Parking Exemptions
.1
Despite Table 10.2 (Required Off-Street Vehicle Parking), the minimum number of
required off-street vehicle parking spaces within the areas shown on Figure 10.6
(Downtown Parking Area) shall be as follows:
i) for an apartment building or townhouse use shall be 1.0 per dwelling unit on a
parcel situated within the area shown shaded yellow;
ii) no off-street parking spaces shall be required for a change of use or alteration of a
building lawfully constructed prior to September 24, 2024, on a parcel within the
area enclosed by the black dashed line, provided there is no increase in gross floor
area; and
iii) despite sub-section 10.6.1(ii), no off-street parking space that existed as of
September 24, 2024, may be removed, repurposed, or rendered unusable.
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10.7
Accessible Parking Space Requirements
.1
Accessible parking spaces shall be:
i)
Designated as accessible parking space using appropriate signage.
ii)
Included in the calculation of the applicable minimum parking requirement.
iii) A minimum of 3.7 metres in width and have a depth of no less than 6.0 metres
perpendicular to the aisle.
iv) the portion of the required parking spaces to be provided as accessible parking
spaces shall be calculated in accordance with Table 11.7 of this bylaw.
Table 10.7: Required Off-Street Accessible Parking Spaces
REQUIRED NUMBER OF SPACES
REQUIRED NUMBER OF ACCESSSIBLE
PARKING SPACES
1-9
0
10-49
1
50-99
2
100-199
3
over 200
3 spaces plus one space per 100 required
10.8
Electrical Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
.1 For a single detached dwelling, duplex dwelling or a townhouse, a minimum of one (1)
parking space per dwelling unit shall be provided with a power outlet capable of
accommodating an electric vehicle charger.
.2 For an apartment building or mixed-use residential building, 100% of residential
parking spaces shall be provided with a power outlet capable of accommodating an
electric vehicle charger.
.3 Accessory dwellings, secondary suites and visitor parking spaces are exempt from the
requirements of sub-section 10.8.1 & 10.8.2.
.4 The following regulations apply to non-residential uses:
i) 20% of the total number of parking spaces constructed for commercial uses in a
commercial zone shall be provided with a power outlet capable of accommodating
an electric vehicle charger.
ii) 5% of the total number of parking spaces constructed for industrial uses in an
industrial zone shall be provided with a power outlet capable of accommodating
an electric vehicle charger.
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11.0
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONES
11.1
SMALL-SCALE MULTI-UNIT RESIDENTIAL (RS1) ZONE
11.1.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) child care facility, subject to Section 7.4;
b) duplex dwelling;
c)
single detached dwelling;
Accessory Uses:
d) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
e) accessory dwelling, subject to Section 7.2;
f)
bed and breakfast operation, subject to Section 7.3;
g) home occupation, subject to Section 7.5;
h) secondary suite; And
i)
short-term rental accommodation, subject to Section 7.7.
11.1.2
Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 225.0 m2 for the purpose of subdivision of duplex dwellings under the Strata Property
Act, subject to Section 8.0; or
b) 1,000 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
11.1.3
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of the parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
11.1.4
Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) two (2) dwelling units, provided that both dwelling units are located in one (1)
residential building; or
b) one (1) secondary suite in a single detached dwelling; or
c)
one (1) accessory dwelling on the same parcel as one (1) single detached dwelling.
11.1.5
Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
3.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
2.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
1.2 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
3.0 metres
b) Accessory building or structure:
i)
Front parcel line
3.0 metres
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ii)
Rear parcel line
2.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
1.2 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
3.0 metres
c)
Despite Section 11.1.5(a)(iii), in the case of a side-by-side duplex being subdivided
for the purposes of creating individual ownership, an interior side parcel line setback
between dwelling units shall not be required, provided the property line follows the
centre line of the common property wall.
11.1.6
Maximum Height:
a) No building shall exceed a height of 11.0 metres;
b) No accessory building or structure shall exceed a height of 4.5 metres;
c)
Despite sub-section 16.2.6(b), an accessory dwelling shall not exceed a height of 8.0
metres.
11.1.7
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 50%
11.1.8
Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential Site Specific (RS1s) Regulations:
a) in the case of land described as Strata Lots 1-37, Strata Plan KAS2452, District Lot
2450s, SDYD (9410 115th Street), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 11.1.8(a):
i) the following principal use shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 11.1.1:
.1 mobile home.
Figure 11.1.8(a)
Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential
One Site Specific (RS1s)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
N
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b) in the case of land described as Lot A, District Lot 100, SDYD, Plan 40584, and shown
yellow on Figure 11.1.8(b):
i) despite Section 11.1.2(b), the minimum parcel size for subdivision shall be 665 m2,
subject to servicing requirements.
Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential
Site Specific (RS1s)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
OSOYOOS
LAKE
Figure 11.1.8(b)
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b) in the case of land shown shaded yellow on Figure 11.1.8(b):
i) despite sub-section 11.1.7(a), the maximum parcel coverage shall be 53%.
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11.2
RESIDENTIAL MANUFACTURED HOME PARK (RSM) ZONE
11.2.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) manufactured home park;
b) manufactured home;
c)
modular home;
Accessory Uses:
d) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
e) home occupation, subject to Section 7.5;
f)
single detached dwelling.
11.2.2
Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1.0 ha for manufactured home park, subject to Section 8.0; and
b) 350.0 m2 for each manufactured home space, subject to Section 8.0.
11.2.3
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) 35.0 metres for manufactured home park, subject to Section 8.0; within which:
i)
a minimum of 12.0 metres shall be provided for each manufactured home space
abutting an internal road; and
ii)
a minimum of 6.0 metres shall be provided for each manufactured home space
abutting a cul-de-sac.
11.2.4
Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Manufactured Home Space:
a) one (1) manufactured home per manufactured home space; and
b) one (1) single detached dwelling permitted per manufactured home park.
11.2.5
Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
4.5 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
4.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
4.5 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
b) Setbacks within each manufactured home space boundary for buildings and structures
(subject to Section 11.2.5(a)):
i)
Front boundary line
3.0 metres
ii)
Rear boundary line
1.5 metres
iii) Interior boundary line
1.5 metres
iv) Exterior boundary line
3.0 metres
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c)
Setbacks within each manufactured home space boundary for an accessory building
or structure (subject to Section 11.2.5(a)):
i)
Front boundary line
4.5 metres
ii)
Rear boundary line
1.0 metres
iii) Interior boundary line
1.0 metres
iv) Exterior boundary line
3.0 metres
11.2.6
Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 7.0 metres;
b) No accessory building or structure shall exceed a height of 4.5 metres.
11.2.7
Maximum Manufactured Home Space Coverage:
a) 45%
11.2.8
Residential Manufactured Home Park Site Specific (RSMs) Regulations:
a) Not applicable.
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12.0
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONES
12.1
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ONE (RM1) ZONE
12.1.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) apartment building;
b) community care facility;
c)
townhouse;
Accessory Uses:
d) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1; and
e) home occupation, subject to Section 7.5.
12.1.2
Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1,000.0 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
12.1.3
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) 30.0 metres, subject to Section 8.0.
12.1.4
Maximum Density:
a) 75.0 dwelling units per hectare
12.1.5
Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
4.5 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
4.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
a) Accessory building or structure:
i)
Front parcel line
7.5 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
1.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
1.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
b) Despite 12.1.6(a) and (b) internal parcel lines for a strata subdivision are subject to
Section 6.10.
12.1.6 Maximum Height:
b) No building shall exceed a height of 15.0 metres.
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12.1.7
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 50%
12.1.8
Medium Density Residential One Site Specific (RM1s) Regulations:
a) in the case of land at 8000 Vedette Drive and shown shaded yellow on Figure
12.1.8(a):
i)
the following accessory use shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 12.1.1:
.1
secondary suite.
ii)
despite Section 12.1.4, the number of principal dwelling units is 50 and the
number of secondary suites is 28.
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b) in the case of land described as Lot B, Plan EPP124165, District Lot 2450s, SDYD
(89th Street), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 12.1.8(b):
i) despite Section 12.1.4, the maximum density shall not exceed 140 units per
hectare.
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c)
in the case of land described as Block 748, Plan KAP2450, District Lot 2450s,
SDYD, Except Plan 28741 (7808 Spartan Drive), and shown shaded yellow on
Figure 12.1.8(c):
i) despite Section 12.1.4, the maximum density shall not exceed 112 units per
hectare.
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d) in the case of land described as Lot 1, Plan EPP121434, District Lot 41, SDYD (8000
Cottonwood Drive), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 12.1.8(d):
i) despite Section 12.1.6, the maximum height of an apartment building comprising
no more 36 dwelling units shall not exceed 24.0 metres.
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e) in the case of land described as Lot A, District Lot 2450S, SDYD, Plan 30111 (4601
97th Street), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 12.1.8(e):
i) the following principal use shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 12.1.1:
.1 duplex dwelling.
ii) the following accessory use shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 12.1.1:
.1 secondary suite.
iii) despite Section 12.1.4, the maximum density is 75.0 dwelling units per
hectare, and there shall be no more than one (1) duplex dwelling.
iv) despite Section 4.0, a secondary suite may be located within a duplex
dwelling or a townhouse.
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a. in the case of land described as Lots 1 & 2, District Lot 41, SDYD, Plan KAP 32397
(6819 & 9821 Cottonwood Drive), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 12,1,8(f):
i) despite Section 12,1,4(a), a parcel of a land area of approximately 2,452 m2 is
permitted 19 dwelling units.
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g)
in the case of land described as Lot A, Plan EPP115813, District Lot 43, SDYD (5601
Lakeshore Drive), and shown yellow on Figure 12.1.8(g):
i)
despite Section 12.1.4(a), the maximum density shall not exceed 87.0 dwelling units
per hectare to a total of 24 dwelling units per parcel.
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13.0
TOWN CENTRE ZONE
13.1
TOWN CENTRE (TC) ZONE
13.1.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) alcohol production facility;
b) apartment building, subject to Section 13.1.8;
c)
assembly;
d) child care facility;
e) civic facility;
f)
community care facility;
g) cultural facility;
h) eating and drinking establishment;
i)
educational facility;
j)
indoor recreation;
k)
office;
l)
outdoor market;
m) personal service establishment;
n) retail;
o) tourist accommodation;
p) townhouse, subject to Section 13.1.8;
Accessory Uses:
q) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
r)
home occupation, subject to Section 7.5.
13.1.2
Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1,000.0 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
13.1.3
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
13.1.4
Minimum Density:
a) 40 dwelling units per hectare
13.1.5
Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
0.0 metres
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ii) Rear parcel line
3.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
0.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
0.0 metres
b) Accessory building or structure:
i)
Front parcel line
0.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
3.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
0.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
0.0 metres
13.1.6
Maximum Height:
a) No building shall exceed a height of 15.0 metres.
13.1.7
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 100%
13.1.8
Conditions of Use:
a) The residential use of the ground floor of a building fronting Main Street is prohibited.
b) dwelling units located in the same building as a commercial use shall have separate
entrances from the exterior of the building and shall not share a common hallway
with a commercial use.
13.1.9
Town Centre Site Specific (TCs) Regulations:
a) in the case of land described as Lot C, Plan KAP36920, District Lot 2450s, SDYD
(8147 Main Street), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 13.1.9(a):
i) the following principal use shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 13.1.1:
.1 service industry establishment.
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Figure 13.1.9(a)
Town Centre Site
Specific (TCs)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
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14.0
COMMERCIAL ZONES
14.1
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONE
14.1.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) alcohol production facility;
b) apartment building, subject to Section 14.1.9;
c)
child care facility;
d) eating and drinking establishment;
e) indoor recreation;
f)
office;
g) outdoor market;
h) personal service establishment;
i)
recycling materials depot and drop-off centre;
j)
retail;
k)
tourist accommodation;
l)
townhouse, subject to Section 14.1.9;
m) vehicle sales and rentals;
Accessory Uses:
n) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
o) bed and breakfast operation, subject to Section 7.3;
p) dwelling units, subject to Section 14.2.9; and
q) home occupation, subject to Section 7.5.
14.1.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1,000.0 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
14.1.3 Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
14.1.4 Maximum Density:
a) 60 dwelling units per ha
14.1.5 Minimum Density:
a) 40 dwelling units per ha
14.1.6 Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
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i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
b) Fuel distribution pumps, storage tanks or devices situated above ground:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
14.1.7 Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 12.0 metres.
14.1.8 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 80%
14.1.9 Conditions of Use:
a) the residential use of the ground floor of a building fronting Main Street is prohibited
and dwelling units shall be located above the first storey of any building with a
frontage to Main Street.
b) dwelling units shall have separate entrances from the exterior of the building and shall
not share a common hallway with any commercial uses.
c) accessory dwellings are limited to a maximum of one (1) per parcel.
14.1.10 Highway Commercial Site Specific (C1s) Regulations:
a) in the case of land described as Lot 1, Plan KAP91440, District Lot 43, SDYD (6301
Main Street), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 14.1.10(a):
i) despite Section 14.1.4, the maximum density shall not exceed 85 units per
hectare.
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b) in the case of land described as Plan KAP10406B, District Lot 40, SDYD, Portion of
Plan 2501 (6901 Main Street), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 14.1.10(b):
i) the following principal use shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 14.1.1:
.1 "outdoor storage".
Figure 14.1.10(a)
Highway Commercial Site
Specific (C1s)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
Figure 14.1.10(b)
Highway Commercial Site
Specific (C1s)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
N
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14.2
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONE
14.2.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) apartment building, subject to Section 14.2.9;
b) child care facility;
c)
eating and drinking establishment;
d) office;
e) personal service establishment;
f)
retail;
g) townhouse, subject to Section 14.2.9;
Accessory Uses:
h) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
i)
bed and breakfast operation, subject to Section 7.3; and
j)
home occupation, subject to Section 7.5.
14.2.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1,000.0 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
14.2.3 Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
14.2.4 Maximum Density:
a) 75 dwelling units per ha
14.2.5 Minimum Density:
a) 40 dwelling units per ha
14.2.6 Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
14.2.7 Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 12.0 metres;
b) No accessory building or structure shall exceed a height of 4.5 metres.
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14.2.8 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 80%
14.2.9 Conditions of Use:
a) dwelling units located in the same building as a commercial use shall have separate
entrances from the exterior of the building and shall not share a common hallway with
a commercial use.
14.2.10 Neighbourhood Commercial Site Specific (C2s) Regulations:
a) Not applicable
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14.3
SERVICE COMMERCIAL ONE (CS1) ZONE
14.3.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) car wash;
b) retail;
c)
service industry establishment;
d) service station;
e) vehicle sales and rentals;
Accessory Uses:
f)
accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1; and
g) eating and drinking establishment.
14.3.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1,000 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
14.3.3 Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
14.3.4 Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) Not applicable.
14.3.5 Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
7.5 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
7.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
b) Fuel distribution pumps, storage tanks or devices situated above ground:
i)
Front parcel line
7.5 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
7.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
4.5 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
14.3.6 Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 7.5 metres;
b) No accessory building or structure shall exceed a height of 4.5 metres.
14.3.7 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
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a) 35%
14.3.8 Service Commercial Site Specific (CS1s) Regulations:
a) Not applicable.
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14.4
SERVICE COMMERCIAL TWO (CS2) ZONE
14.4.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) alcohol production facility;
b) car wash;
c)
construction supply centre;
d) fleet services;
e) food and beverage processing;
f)
manufacturing, provided the use is entirely contained within a building;
g) recycling materials depot and drop-off centre;
h) service industry establishment;
i)
self-storage;
j)
vehicle sales and rentals;
k)
veterinary establishment;
l)
wholesale business;
Accessory Uses:
m) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
n) accessory dwelling, subject to Section 7.2; and
o) eating and drinking establishment; and
p) retail.
14.4.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1,000 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
14.4.3 Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
14.4.4 Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) one (1) accessory dwelling.
14.4.5 Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
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14.4.6 Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 13.0 metres;
b) No accessory building or structure shall exceed a height of 5.0 metres.
14.4.7 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 40%
14.4.8 Service Commercial Two Site Specific (CS2s) Regulations:
a) in the case of land described as Strata Lots 1-7, Plan EPS7380, District Lot 2450S,
SDYD (32 Empire Street), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 14.4.8(a):
i)
the following principal uses shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 14.4.1:
.1
personal service establishment; and
.2
office.
b) in the case of land described as Lot 1, Plan KAP23385, District Lot 43, SDYD (6008
51st Street), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 14.4.8(b):
i)
the following principal use shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 14.4.1:
.1 outdoor storage of boats, but no other types of equipment, goods or
materials.
Figure 14.4.8(a)
Service Commercial Two
Site Specific (CS2s)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
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Figure 14.4.8(b)
Service Commercial Two
Site Specific (CS2s)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
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15.0
TOURIST COMMERCIAL ZONES
15.1
TOURIST COMMERCIAL (CT1) ZONE
15.1.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) alcohol production facility;
b) eating and drinking establishment;
c)
indoor recreation;
d) outdoor recreation;
e) tourist accommodation;
Accessory Uses:
f)
accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
g) accessory dwelling, subject to Section 7.2;
h) office;
i)
personal service establishment, not to exceed 200.0 m2 in gross floor area; and
j)
retail, not to exceed 250.0 m2 in gross floor area.
15.1.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1,000.0 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
15.1.3
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of parcel depth.
15.1.4 Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) one (1) accessory dwelling.
15.1.5 Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
b) Accessory building or structure:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
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15.1.6 Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 13.0 metres.
15.1.7 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 35%
15.1.8 Tourist Commercial Site Specific (CT1s) Regulations:
a) Not applicable.
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15.2
CAMPGROUND COMMERCIAL (CT2) ZONE
15.2.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) campground;
Accessory Uses:
b) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
c)
accessory dwelling, subject to Section 7.2;
d) eating and drinking establishment;
e) indoor recreation; and
f)
retail, not to exceed 250.0 m2 in gross floor area.
15.2.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 0.5 ha, subject to Section 8.0.
15.2.3 Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of the parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
15.2.4 Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) one (1) accessory dwelling.
15.2.5 Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
3.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
1.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
15.2.6 Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 10.0 metres;
b) despite Section 15.2.6(a), a tourist cabin may not exceed a height of 5.0 metres.
15.2.7 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 20%
15.2.8 General Regulations:
a) the minimum area on which a campground use may be undertaken shall be 2.0 ha;
b) the maximum number of campground units per hectare shall not exceed 75;
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c)
not more than 25% of all campground units within a campground shall be used for the
placement of tourist cabins; and
d) a tourist cabin may not have a gross floor area exceeding 30.0 m2, and despite the
definition of gross floor area, the gross floor area of a tourist cabin includes additions
such as covered patios and covered or uncovered decks.
e) no person shall occupy a campground in a recreational vehicle or tent for any period
greater than three (3) consecutive months, nor for a total of more than 182 days in any
calendar year.
15.2.9 Campground Commercial Site Specific (CT2s) Regulations:
a) Not applicable
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15.3
MARINA COMMERCIAL (CT3) ZONE
15.4.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) marina;
Accessory Uses:
b) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1; and
c)
accessory dwelling, subject to Section 7.2.
15.4.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 2,500 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
15.4.3 Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of the parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
15.4.4 Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) one (1) accessory dwelling.
15.4.5 Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
6.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
6.0 metres
15.4.6 Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 10.0 metres; and
b) No accessory building or structure shall exceed a height of 5.0 metres.
15.4.7 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 30%
15.4.8 Marina Commercial Site Specific (CT3s) Regulations:
a) Not applicable
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15.4
RESORT COMMERCIAL (CT4) ZONE
15.4.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) resort residential building;
Accessory Uses:
b) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
c)
eating and drinking establishment;
d) indoor recreation;
e) outdoor recreation; and
f)
retail.
15.4.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1,000 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
15.4.3 Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of the parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
15.4.4 Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) 75 dwelling units per hectare.
15.4.5 Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
4.5 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
4.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
15.4.6 Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 15.0 metres; and
b) No accessory building or structure shall exceed a height of 5.0 metres.
15.4.7 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 80%
15.4.8 Resort Commercial Site Specific (CT4s) Regulations:
a) in the case of land shown shaded yellow (4000 Lakeshore Drive) on Figure 15.4.8(a):
i) despite Section 15.4.4, the maximum number of dwellings permitted per parcel is
85 units per hectare.
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Figure 15.4.8(a)
Resort Commercial
Site Specific (CT4s)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
N
OSOYOOS
LAKE
LAKESHORE DRIVE
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16.0
INDUSTRIAL ZONES
16.1
GENERAL INDUSTRIAL (I1) ZONE
16.1.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) agriculture, indoor;
b) alcohol production facility;
c)
construction supply centre;
d) fleet service;
e) kennel;
f)
manufacturing;
g) outdoor storage;
h) packing, processing and storage of farm products;
i)
recycling materials depot and drop-off centre;
j)
salvage operation;
k)
self-storage;
l)
service industry establishment;
m) storage and warehouse;
n) vehicle sales and rentals;
o) veterinary establishment;
p) wholesale business;
q) public storage or maintenance and works yard;
Accessory Uses:
r)
accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
s)
accessory dwelling, subject to Section 7.2;
t)
office; and
u) retail.
16.1.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 0.1 ha, subject to Section 8.0.
16.1.3 Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
16.1.4 Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) one (1) accessory dwelling.
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16.1.5 Minimum Setbacks:
a)
Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
3.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
3.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
3.0 metres
b)
Accessory building or structure:
i)
Front parcel line
3.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
3.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
3.0 metres
16.1.6 Maximum Building Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 15.0 metres.
16.1.7 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 60%
16.1.8 General Industrial Site Specific (I1s) Regulations:
a) in the case of land shown shaded yellow on Figure 16.1.8(a):
i) the following principal uses are permitted on the land in addition to the permitted
use listed in Section 16.1.1:
.1 asphalt plant;
.2 concrete plant; and
.3 gravel processing.
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Figure 16.1.8(a)
General Industrial Site
Specific (I1s)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
N
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17.0
ADMINISTRATIVE & INSTITUTIONAL ZONES
17.1
ADMINISTRATIVE AND INSTITUTIONAL (AI) ZONE
17.1.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) assembly;
b) cemetery;
c)
child care facility/centre;
d) civic facility;
e) community care facility;
f)
cultural facility;
g) educational facility;
h) funeral home;
Accessory Uses:
i)
accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1.
17.1.2
Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1,000.0 m2, subject to Section 8.0.
17.1.3
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) 30.0 metres
17.1.4
Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
b) Accessory building or structure:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
17.1.5
Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 15.0 metres.
17.1.6
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
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a) 40%
17.1.7
Administrative and Institutional Site Specific (AIs) Regulations:
a) Not applicable
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17.2
AIRPORT (AP) ZONE
17.2.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) airport;
Accessory Uses:
b) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1.
c)
aircraft maintenance and repair;
d) aircraft fuel sales;
e) aircraft sales;
f)
aircraft storage;
g) dwelling unit;
h) eating and drinking establishment;
i)
flight training school;
j)
flying clubs;
k)
offices; and
l)
retail establishment, minor.
17.2.2
Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 1.0 ha, subject to Section 8.0.
17.2.3
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a)
30.0 metres
17.2.4
Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
3.0 metres
b) Accessory building or structure:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
3.0 metres
17.2.5
Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 10.0 metres
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17.2.6
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 40%
17.2.7
Airport Site Specific (APs) Regulations:
a) Not applicable
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18.0
PARKS & NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ZONES
18.1
PARKS AND RECREATION (PR) ZONE
18.1.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) park;
b) outdoor recreation;
c)
cemetery;
Accessory Uses:
d) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
e) carnivals, circuses and fairs;
f)
community facilities;
g) interpretation centre;
h) public moorage; and
i)
indoor recreation.
18.1.2
Minimum Parcel Size:
a) Not applicable
18.1.3
Minimum Parcel Width:
a) Not applicable
18.1.4
Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
4.5 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
18.1.5
Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 15.0 metres.
18.1.6
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 25%
18.1.7
Parks and Recreation Site Specific (PRs) Regulations:
a) in the case of land described as Lot 763, Plan KAP2449, District Lot 2450S, SDYD
(Lions Park), and shown shaded yellow on Figure 18.1.7(a):
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i) the following principal use shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 18.1.1:
.1 "marina".
b) in the case of land shown shaded yellow on Figure 18.1.7(b):
i) the following principal use shall be permitted on the land in addition to the
permitted uses listed in Section 18.1.1:
.1 "golf course".
Figure 18.1.7(a)
Parks and Recreation
Site Specific (PRs)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
OSOYOOS
LAKE
Figure 18.1.7(b)
Parks and Recreation
Site Specific (PRs)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
OSOYOOS
LAKE
N
N
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18.2
DESERT PARK EXHIBITION (DPE) ZONE
18.2.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a)
equestrian centre;
b)
horse racing;
c)
indoor recreation;
Accessory Uses:
d) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
e) campground; and
f)
eating and drinking establishment.
18.2.2
Minimum Parcel Size:
a) Not applicable
18.2.3
Minimum Parcel Width:
a) Not applicable
18.2.4
Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
4.5 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
18.2.5
Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 13.0 metres.
18.2.6
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 25%
18.2.7
Desert Park Exhibition Site Specific (DPEs) Regulations:
a)
Not applicable
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18.3
CONSERVATION AREA (CA) ZONE
18.3.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) conservation area;
Accessory Uses:
b) accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1; and
c)
interpretation centre.
18.3.2
Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) Not applicable
18.3.3
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not applicable
18.3.4
Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
6.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
18.3.5
Maximum Height:
a) No building or structure shall exceed a height of 10.0 metres;
b) No accessory building or structure shall exceed a height of 4.5 metres.
18.3.6
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 5%
18.3.7
Conservation Area Site Specific (CAs) Regulations:
a) Not applicable
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18.4
OSOYOOS LAKE (W1) ZONE
18.4.1
Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) boat launch;
b) boat lift;
c) dock;
d) group moorage facility;
e) swimming platform; and
f)
water-based recreation;
Accessory Uses:
g) Not applicable.
18.4.2
Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) Not applicable
18.4.3
Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not applicable
18.4.4
Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) Not applicable
18.4.5
Minimum Setbacks:
a) A dock, group moorage facility or swimming platform shall be setback:
i)
5.0 metres from the side parcel line boundaries of a parcel adjoining the
foreshore of the lake, as projected onto the foreshore and water; or
ii) 0.0 metres when a dock, group moorage facility or swimming platform is
shared between two adjacent parcels and centered along side parcel line
boundary, as projected onto the foreshore and water.
18.4.6
Maximum Height:
a) Not applicable
18.4.7
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a)
Not applicable
18.4.8
Osoyoos Lake Site Specific (W1s) Regulations:
a) in the case of an approximately 1.3 ha area of water adjoining the parcel of land
described as Lot 1, Plan EPP121434, District Lot 41, SDYD (8000 Cottonwood
Drive) and shown shaded yellow on Figure 18.4.8(a):
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i) despite Section 6.13.2, the maximum number of berths permitted in a group
moorage facility shall not exceed 60.
Figure 18.4.8(a)
Osoyoos Lake Site
Specific (W1s)
(YELLOW SHADED AREA)
N
COTTONWOOD DRIVE
OSOYOOS
LAKE
8000
Cottonwood
Drive
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19.0
AGRICULTURE ZONES
19.1
AGRICULTURE (AG) ZONE
19.1.1 Permitted Uses:
Principal Uses:
a) agriculture;
b) alcohol production facility, subject to Section 7.6;
c)
equestrian centre;
d) packing, processing, and storage of farm products;
e) single detached dwelling or mobile home;
Accessory Uses:
f)
accessory building or structure, subject to Section 7.1;
g) accessory dwelling, subject to Section 7.2;
h) bed and breakfast operation, subject to Section 7.3;
i)
home occupation, subject to Section 7.5;
j)
retail sales of farm products, subject to Section 7.6;
k)
secondary suite, subject to Section;
l)
veterinary establishment; And
m) short-term rental accommodation, subject to Section 7.7.
19.1.2 Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) 4.0 ha, subject to Section 8.0.
19.1.3 Minimum Parcel Width for Subdivision:
a) Not less than 25% of the parcel depth, subject to Section 8.0.
19.1.4 Maximum Number of Dwellings Permitted Per Parcel:
a) one (1) principal dwelling unit; and
b) one (1) secondary suite or accessory dwelling.
19.1.5 Minimum Setbacks:
a) Buildings and structures on parcels 2,500 m2 or greater:
i)
Front parcel line
7.5 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
7.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
7.5 metres
b) Buildings or structures on parcels less than 2,500 m2:
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i)
Front parcel line
7.5 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
7.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
1.5 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
c) Accessory building or structure on parcels less than 2,500 m2:
i)
Front parcel line
7.5 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
1.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
1.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
d) Despite Section 19.1.5(a), livestock shelters, equestrian centres, generator sheds,
boilers or walls with fans, greenhouses and cannabis production, indoor:
i)
Front parcel line
15.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
15.0 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
15.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
15.0 metres
19.1.6 Maximum Height:
i.
No building or structure shall exceed a height of 10.0 metres;
ii.
despite Section 19.1.6(a), on parcels less than 2,500 m2 in area, no accessory building
or structure shall exceed a height of 4.5 metres.
19.1.7 Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 35% for parcels less than 2,500 m2 in area;
b) 20% for parcels between 2,500 m2 and 2.0 ha in area;
c)
for parcels greater than 2.0 ha in area:
i)
10%; and
ii)
75% for a greenhouse.
19.1.8 Agriculture Site Specific (AGs) Regulations:
a) Not applicable
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20.0
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
20.1
LAKESHORE DRIVE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT (CD1)
ZONE
20.1.1
Purpose:
The purpose of the Lakeshore Drive Comprehensive Development Zone (CD1) is to
create comprehensive, site-specific land use regulations for the parcel located at 4217
Lakeshore Drive (legally described as Lot 12, Plan KAP1958, District Lot 100, SDYD,
Except Plan Nos. 5238, 5684, 11709 & 33779) in order to provide for mixed-use
(residential and commercial) development and a dedicated public park. Upon
completion, it is envisioned that the zoning will transition to established zones that either
contemplates or reasonably regulates the development.
20.1.2
Permitted Uses
Principal Uses:
a) apartment building, subject to Section 20.1.11;
b) duplex dwelling, subject to Section 20.1.11;
c)
resort residential building, subject to Section 20.1.11;
d) single detached dwelling, subject to Section 20.1.11;
e) townhouse, subject to Section 20.1.11;
Accessory Uses:
f)
accessory building and structure, subject to Section 7.1;
g) accessory dwelling, subject to Section 7.2; and
Figure 20.1.1
Subject
Property
N
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h) secondary suite.
20.1.3
Minimum Parcel Size for Subdivision:
a) Not applicable
20.1.4
Minimum Setbacks:
a) single detached dwelling and duplex dwellings:
i)
Front parcel line
2.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
1.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
1.2 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
3.0 metres
b) apartment buildings, townhouses and resort residential buildings:
i)
Front parcel line
6.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
4.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
3.0 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
4.5 metres
c)
Accessory building or structure:
i)
Front parcel line
2.0 metres
ii)
Rear parcel line
1.5 metres
iii) Interior side parcel line
1.2 metres
iv) Exterior side parcel line
3.0 metres
20.1.5
Maximum Height:
a) No single detached dwelling or duplex dwelling shall exceed a height of 11.0 metres;
b) No apartment building and townhouse shall exceed a height of 15.0 metres; and
c)
No accessory building or structure shall exceed a height of 4.5 metres.
20.1.6
Maximum Parcel Coverage:
a) 40% for parcels less than 1,000 m2 in area; and
b) 50% for parcels 1,000 m2 in area, or greater.
20.1.7
Site Development Plan
a) development of the subject property shall in accordance with the Plan included at
Map 20.1.7 and phasing schedule established at Section 20.1.10;
b) despite sub-section 20.1.9(a), development of housing unit types on the subject
property may deviate by no more than five (5) units of each type in each phase as
shown on the Plan included at Map 20.1.7 and phasing schedule established at
Section 20.1.8.
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c)
Any change that comprises a deviation of greater than five (5) units in any one
Phase from the Plan included at Map 20.1.7 and phasing schedule established at
Section 20.1.10 requires approval from the Town of Osoyoos Council in the form of
an approved amendment bylaw.
Map 20.1.7 - Site Development Plan
20.1.8
Phased Development Schedule
a) The phased development of the subject property shall be in accordance with the
following schedule:
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Phases
Single
Detached
Dwellings
Duplex
Dwellings
Terraced Townhomes
2-Storey Residential /
Commercial Complex
Multi-Family
Resort
Residential
Building
Multi-
Family
Resort
Residential
Building
Phase 1
8
16
-
-
-
-
Phase 2
14
14
-
-
-
-
Phase 3
-
-
-
-
20-24
10-12
Phase 4
-
-
-
-
20-24
10-12
Phase 5
8
-
-
-
-
-
Phase 6
-
-
15
5
-
-
Phase 7
-
-
28
8
-
-
Phase 8
-
-
15
5
-
-
Total
30
30
58
18
40-48
20-24
Site Total: 196-208 dwelling units which includes 38-42 short-term rental accommodation units.
b) As a condition of subdivision approval for Phase 1 the applicant will complete the
following:
i)
the installation, at their cost, of a sidewalk running along the complete frontage
of their property on Lakeshore Drive, with a crosswalk across Lakeshore Drive
from its intersection with 44th Avenue to connect with to the existing sidewalk on
the other side of the road;
ii)
a riparian assessment of the watercourses (e.g. "ponds") located on the subject
property and shown Map 20.1.7 in order to survey their baseline ecological
values and recommend protocols for their protection to be considered in storm
water management design and operations; and
iii) the donation of the lands as shown as "Park Dedication 7030 s.m.", and
comprising "ponds" and surrounding area on Map 20.1.7
c)
As a condition of subdivision approval for Phase 4, the applicant will join the Town
and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) on agreement regarding
the timing and scope of needed improvements required to the Highway 3 /
Lakeshore intersection, including required cost sharing by the applicant to be paid as
a condition of subsequent phased subdivision approval.
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Site Specific ('s')
Low Density Residential
Small-Scale Multi-Unit Residential (RS1)
Residential Manufactured Home Park (RSM)
Medium Density Residential
Medium Density Residential One (RM1)
Town Centre
Town Centre (TC)
Commercial
Highway Commercial (C1)
Neighbourhood Commercial (C2)
Service Commercial One (CS1)
Service Commercial Two (CS2)
Tourist Commercial
Tourist Commercial (CT1)
Campground Commercial (CT2)
Marina Commercial (CT3)
Resort Commercial (CT4)
Industrial
General Industrial (I1)
Administrative & Institutional
Administrative and Institutional (AI)
Airport (AP)
Parks & Natural Environment
Parks and Recreation (PR)
Desert Park Exhibition (DPE)
Conservation Area (CA)
Osoyoos Lake (W1)
Agriculture
Agriculture (AG)
Comprehensive Development
Lakeshore Drive (CD1)
BYLAW NAME
BYLAW AMENDMENTS
BYLAW #
AMENDMENT
DATE
1395.02
Adding new sub-section 12,1,8(e)
Nov 12, 2024
1395.01
Adding new sub-section 12,1,8(f)
Feb. 25, 2025
1395.07
Adding new sub-section 11.1.8(b)
August 12,
2025
1395.04
Adding new Section 7.7 Short-Term Rental Accommodations
October 14,
2025
1395.06
Removing and Replacing Section 10.6 Off-Street Vehicle
Parking Exemptions
Remove and replace sub section 11.1.2
Add a new sub section 16.1.1(h)
Removing and Replacing the first sentence of Section 6.3.1
(Metal Storage Containers)
November 12,
2025
1395.09
Adding new subsection g) under 12.1.8 (Medium Density
Residential One Site Specific (RM1)
Map being schedule 2 be amended
November 12,
2025
1395.11
Adding a new sub section 11.1.8(b) under Section 11.1
December 9,
2025
1395.12
Replace Table 10.7 in its entirety.
Replacing sub section 12.1.8 (e)
Adding new section 16.1.1 (b)
July 21, 2026