Zoning and Development Bylaw No. 2000 (1994), consolidated to July 29, 2026
Parksville, British Columbia
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CONSOLIDATED ONLY
FOR CONVENIENCE
CITY OF PARKSVILLE
ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT BYLAW NO. 2000
A BYLAW TO REGULATE THE ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT
OF REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY
Adopted: August 22, 1994
Consolidated to: July 29, 2026
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CITY OF PARKSVILLE
ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT BYLAW, 1994, NO. 2000
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Division No.
Page
100
Scope and Definitions
3
200
Zoning District Schedules
23
300
Home Occupations
252
350
Accessory Household Hen Keeping
251
400
Off-Street Parking and Loading
255
500
Screening and Landscaping
264
600
General Regulations
267
700
Severability and Enforcement
277
800
Repeals and Effective Date
278
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CITY OF PARKSVILLE
BYLAW NO. 2000
A BYLAW TO REGULATE THE ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT OF REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY
WHEREAS the Municipal Act authorizes a local government to enact bylaws respecting zoning and
certain other related developmental matters;
AND WHEREAS the Municipal Act also authorizes a local government to exercise these powers in a
single bylaw;
NOW THEREFORE the Municipal Council of the City of Parksville in open meeting assembled enacts
as follows:
DIVISION 100: SCOPE AND DEFINITIONS
101
TITLE
This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "City of Parksville Zoning and Development Bylaw,
1994, No. 2000".
102
PURPOSE
The principal purpose of this Bylaw is to regulate development in the municipality for the benefit
of the community as a whole.
103
APPLICATION
No land, water surface, building or structure shall be used or occupied, and no building or
structure or part thereof shall be erected, moved, altered or enlarged, unless in conformity with
this Bylaw, except as otherwise provided for in this Bylaw or in the Municipal Act.
104
DEFINITIONS
In this Bylaw, unless the context otherwise requires:
accessory building means a building or structure the use of which is accessory to the principal
permitted land use(s) but specifically excludes shipping containers or moving containers;
accessory carriage house means a dwelling unit which is contained in a building separate from a
single-family dwelling on the same lot and which is intended as a fixed place of
accommodation and home life and excludes any tourist accommodation;
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accessory health clinic means a facility which offers medical care, treatment or consultation and
may include a "virtual" health clinic;
accessory child care program means a child care program operated in an accessory capacity to the
principal permitted land use and, unless otherwise specified within a zone, operated in
accordance with Division 300 of this bylaw;
accessory household hen keeping means a secondary use in accordance with Division 350 of this
bylaw that permits the keeping of a maximum of four (4) hens for the purpose of egg
harvesting for consumption exclusively by residents of the parcel on which the hens are
kept;
accessory recreational means recreational facilities accessory to a campground use, including
recreation buildings, playgrounds and trails but excluding hard-surfaced courts (except for
one tennis court per campground) and rinks, mini-golf and golf courses;
accessory services means support services such as, but not limited to, cafeterias, copying facilities
and book exchanges;
accessory use means a use combined with but clearly incidental and ancillary to the principal
permitted uses of land, buildings or structures located on the same parcel;
affordable means annual housing costs (rent or mortgage and taxes) which do not exceed 30% of
a household's gross annual income (assuming home ownership costs include a down
payment of 10%, mortgage principal and interest amortized over 25 years and taxes);
affordable housing means housing which, under the terms of a Housing Agreement with the City,
would have a market price that would be affordable to households of low and moderate
incomes. Households of low and moderate income are those which have incomes that are
80% or less than the median household income in the City of Parksville as reported by
Statistics Canada;
agricultural use means the producing, growing, rearing, or harvesting of agricultural products,
including the growing of crops, grazing, fruit and berry production, growing trees and
shrubs, housing livestock, poultry, fur bearing animals, bees, animals feeding in holding
areas, storage of crops, the processing on an individual farm of the primary agricultural
products grown, harvested, reared or produced on the farm, but does not include
slaughterhouses, piggeries, mink farms, the growing of mushrooms or cannabis, unless the
cannabis is grown solely as a soil based crop and determined to be a farm use pursuant to
the applicable provincial regulations;
amusement arcade or games room means any premises or place open to the public in which the
proprietor keeps three or more amusement machines;
amusement machine means any electrical, manual, or other slot machine, pinball machine, video
game or other device for the purpose of any game, contest or other form of amusement,
operated for the purpose of gain or profit;
animal care means a building or structure used for a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or facilities
for boarding or breeding household animals or pets;
apartment means the residential use of a building which contains three or more dwelling units,
with each dwelling unit having its principal access to an interior hallway;
apartment hotel means an apartment where residential units on one floor may be devoted to
short term tenancy;
applicant means a person applying for the approval of a subdivision, Board of Variance appeal,
rezoning, a permit or a development, whether as the owner of the land or as the
authorized agent of the owner;
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aquaculture means the cultivation, rearing and harvesting of aquatic organisms on land or in the
water, but specifically excludes seafood processing;
archaeological site means land containing material remains of archaeological value;
asphalt batch plant means the use of land, buildings or structures for processing of asphalt, tar,
bitumen or other similar substance;
assisted living facility means residential use which offers added support services such as
housekeeping, laundry, or meals and supervision, which may be designed for and have
rooms devoted to these services;
automobile parking means the non-commercial use of land for the purpose of short-term parking
for employees and the clientele of a business;
automobile services means the use of land and structures for the repair, sale and servicing of
automobiles, auto parts and recreational vehicles, but specifically excludes service stations;
bank means an establishment for the custody, loan, exchange or issue of money, for the extension
of credit, and for facilitating the transmission of funds;
basement means that portion of a building between two floors, the lower of which is more than 0.3
metres, but less than 1.5 metres below finished grade;
bed and breakfast means the use of a single family dwelling for the accommodation of boarders,
subject to the conditions established elsewhere in this Bylaw;
boarding and lodging means the provision of sleeping accommodation in a dwelling unit, with or
without meals, for payment of rent;
boat building and repair means the use of land, buildings, structures or equipment for the
manufacturing, servicing or repair of boats;
boat ramp means a structure located on a shoreline to accommodate vehicles or trailers for the
purpose of launching and hauling boats out of the water;
building means any structure and portion thereof, including mechanical devices, that is used or
intended to be used for the purpose of supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy;
building inspector means the Building Inspector or Assistant Building Inspector of the City of
Parksville;
building setbacks means the closest distance that any exterior portion of a building or structure
can be to a designated lot line;
bus depot means a facility for the boarding and disembarking of passengers from inter-city and
intra-city buses and may include ancillary commercial facilities, public washrooms, rest
area, bus ticket sales area and offices for building supervisory or building maintenance
personnel;
business services means businesses which produce or service specialized goods or provide
specialized services to commercial or industrial customers, but not to the general public;
campground means the use of land for temporary recreational accommodation of travelling
members of the public in tents and recreational vehicles;
campground bylaw means "City of Parksville Campground Regulations Bylaw, 1986, No. 886" and
any successor bylaw or amendments thereto;
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camping space means an area within a campground used for one tent or recreational vehicle;
cannabis means any part of a cannabis plant, including the phytocannabinoids produced by or
found in such a plant, whether processed or not, and includes concentrates or oils derived
from any part of such a plant;
cannabis accessories includes paraphernalia for smoking, vaping or consuming cannabis including
bongs, vaporizers, wraps, pipes, water pipes;
cannabis production means the medical and non-medical commercial production, cultivation,
synthesis, harvesting, altering, propagating, processing, storage, distribution or scientific
research of cannabis or cannabis products as permitted by the Access to Cannabis for
Medical Purposes Regulations (ACMPR) and Bill C-45 (the Cannabis Act), and any
subsequent regulations or acts which may be enacted henceforth, but excludes the growing
of cannabis by an individual for their personal use and consumption;
cannabis trade means a business that sells cannabis and cannabis accessories, or engages in
promotion or advertising of cannabis or accessories, but excludes the sale of cannabis for
exclusively medical purposes where that sale is made in accordance with federal medical
cannabis or medical marihuana enactments and regulations;
caretaker residence means a dwelling unit occupied only by persons employed as campground
caretakers or managers and their families;
car wash means an area or structure equipped with facilities for washing automobiles or
recreational vehicles;
carport means a detached accessory building used solely for the parking or temporary storage of
private motor vehicles, and in which there are no facilities for repairing or servicing such
vehicles;
cellar means that portion of a building between two floor levels which is partly or wholly
underground and which has more than one-half of its height, from finished floor to
finished ceiling, below the adjacent finished grade around the entire exterior of the
building;
child care program means family day care, group day care, specialized day care, nursery school,
child minding and out of school care, established pursuant to the Community Care and
Assisted Living Act and amendments thereto and, unless otherwise specified within a zone,
having a maximum capacity of eight (8) children, and which uses do not indicate from the
exterior that the building is being utilized for any purpose other than residential;
city means the City of Parksville;
civic centre means all uses collectively, on the "civic centre site";
civic use means a use providing for public functions, including government offices, educational
facilities and administration, community centres, Courts, hospital and health care facilities,
emergency services, libraries, museums, galleries, parks and recreational facilities, public
assemblies and including fundraising activities, trade shows and cultural events and City
owned parking lots;
cluster housing means a group of housing units built close together on a large property so as to
preserve open spaces for common recreation;
coffee shop means premises where light refreshments, meals, and non-alcoholic beverages are
served;
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commercial communications antenna means a device that emits radio waves for commercial
purposes with the intent of communicating or signaling;
commercial entertainment means a use which, in return for consideration, the public is
entertained, amused or otherwise diverted, including casino dance hall, cabaret, or movie
theatre;
communication and broadcasting and video conferencing facilities includes emergency response
operations, studies and facilities equipped for communication and transmissions and
worldwide computer network services;
community care facility means the use of a facility providing for the care of persons in premises
licensed pursuant to the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and amendments
thereto;
community sewer system means a system of sewerage works or a sewerage disposal system that
is owned, operated and maintained by the City of Parksville, or by an improvement district
or regional district;
community use means the use of a building for the provision of programs for adults and children,
including child care, established by the Community Care and Assisted Living Act,
amendments thereto, and other relevant provincial enactments;
community water system means a system of waterworks which is owned, operated and
maintained by the City of Parksville, or by an improvement district or regional district, or
water utility as defined in the Water Utility Act and amendments thereto;
comprehensive development plan means:
(a) a site or plans, including the legal description of the area to be developed, showing the
location of all existing and proposed buildings, streets, lanes, highways, driveways, parking
and loading areas, sidewalks, street lighting, utilities and utility easements, streams and other
geographical features of the site;
(b) architectural plans, including information on exterior finishes for any proposed buildings or
structures;
(c) landscaping plans, including plant specifications for all portions of the site not covered by
buildings, structures and circulation spaces;
(d) the location, size, height, colour, lighting and orientation of all signs, if applicable;
(e) maximum density, floor area ratio, lot coverage, size and height of buildings; and
(f) a statement of uses;
condominium means a multiple family residential strata title development consisting of individual
dwelling units;
congregate care facility means a multiple family residential building which contains two or more
independent or semi-independent units that are supplemented by professional medical
care and/or lay supervision and care, and congregate facilities such as but not restricted to
dining and laundry;
conservation area means a parcel of land and/or its buildings and structures designated for the
preservation and protection of its natural qualities and/or heritage so as to encourage the
planned management of the area and to prevent its exploitation, destruction or neglect;
convenience store means a retail sales outlet contained under one roof, having a floor area not
exceeding 140 m2, and providing for the sale of items regularly used by households,
including food, beverage, books, magazines and household accessories;
corner parcel means a lot which abuts two or more public roads where the interior angle of the
intersection is less than 135 degrees;
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council means the Council of the City of Parksville;
cul-de-sac means a highway with only one point of intersection with another highway and which
terminates in a vehicle turning area;
domestic industry means a home based business conducted in accordance with Division 300 of
this bylaw, except a maximum floor area that does not exceed 100 m2 shall be permitted;
dormer means an extension of a room that projects vertically beyond the plane of a sloped roof to
allow for a window opening into the room;
double frontage parcel means a parcel which is either bisected by a highway or which has
opposite boundaries, both of which have frontage on a highway;
drive-through use means a land use configured to accommodate users remaining in their
automobiles but specifically excludes the sale or distribution of cannabis or cannabis
accessories;
duplex means a building that contains two dwelling units;
dwelling unit means one self-contained residential unit with a separate entrance intended for
year-round occupancy, with complete living facilities for one or more persons, including
permanent provisions for living, sleeping, cooking and sanitation, and excluding any tourist
accommodation;
emergency supplies means supplies necessary for survival during a natural disaster or similar
adverse conditions;
emergency supplies container means a shipping container or moving container used expressly for
the storage of emergency supplies;
explosives manufacturing means the use of land, buildings and structures for the manufacturing
and storage of a product, substance, material or compound used for blasting purposes;
exterior lot line means the lot line or lines, other than the front lot line or rear lot line, common to
the parcel and an abutting highway but specifically excludes linear pathway or lane;
extraction use means the extraction of soil;
fairground means the use of land, buildings and structures for entertainment and recreational
activity generally undertaken in an outdoor setting, where the users constitute a
significant element in the activity, and includes go-cart track, waterslide, mini-golf course,
and amusement park;
fast food outlet means an eating establishment providing for the sale of prepared foods and
beverages that can be consumed in vehicles, and either taken off the premises for
consumption or consumed on the premises but specifically excludes the sale or
preparation of foods or beverages containing cannabis;
fence means a predominately linear structure made of wood, metal, plastic, brick, stone, concrete
or other similar manmade materials for the purpose of screening, enclosing or partitioning
all or part of a parcel of land, but specifically excludes retaining walls, hedges or
vegetation;
fence height means the greatest vertical distance between any point along the top of the fence
and the grade vertically below that same point; except, where a fence and retaining wall
are located either within 3.0 metres of each other or within the same lot line setback, then
fence height shall mean the greatest vertical distance between any point along the top of
the fence and the lowest grade of the adjacent retaining wall;
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final approval means the Approving Officer affixing his/her signature to a subdivision plan
pursuant to the Land Title Act and Condominium Act and amendments thereto;
finished grade means the elevation at any point adjoining each exterior wall of a building or
structure, or the elevation at any point 6 metres from each exterior wall (excluding
localized depressions for vehicular or pedestrian access), whichever is the lower;
fire training structure means a building or structure designed and used only for fire training
purposes and may be fabricated from shipping containers, moving containers or
components thereof;
floor area ratio means the figure obtained when the gross floor area of all buildings on a parcel is
divided by the area of the parcel;
food and beverage sales means an accessory use where food and beverages are sold to the public
from a concession contained within a building, a mobile food cart, or a food concession
vehicle and is for immediate consumption but specifically excludes the sale or preparation
of foods or beverages containing cannabis;
food catering facility means a business which, in return for consideration, serves prepared food to
the public for consumption on or off the premises, including a coffee shop, delicatessen,
restaurant, drive-through restaurant, mobile food cart or food concession vehicle but
specifically excludes a neighborhood pub but specifically excludes the sale or preparation
of foods or beverages containing cannabis;
food concession trailer means a food concession vehicle;
food concession vehicle means the temporary use of a travel trailer, truck, van or other vehicle of
not more than 10 metres in length for the preparation and sale of food or beverage in
compliance with provincial health regulations for immediate consumption but specifically
excludes the sale or preparation of foods or beverages containing cannabis;
food preparation facility means a use contained within a building where meals are prepared for
off-site distribution;
front lot line means the property boundary line which abuts a highway, and in the case of a corner
lot it shall be the shorter of the property lines which abut highways;
frontage means that length of a parcel boundary which abuts a highway along the front property
line;
funeral parlour means an establishment with facilities for the preparation of the dead for burial or
cremation, for the viewing of bodies, and for funerals;
gas bar means a premise containing not more than two gasoline or diesel pumping stations and
which is used solely for the sale of fuel, lubricating oil and minor motor vehicle
accessories directly to the users of motor vehicles;
government liquor store means a retail liquor outlet as established under the Liquor Distribution
Act;
gross floor area means the sum total of the gross horizontal area of each floor of a building as
measured to the exterior face of the exterior walls of the building excluding:
(a) any portion of a floor used for parking purposes, unless such parking is a principle
use;
(b) any portion of a floor used for common laundry purposes, unless such laundry is a
principle use;
(c) any portion of a basement or cellar containing heating, laundry, storage facilities or
recreational areas;
(d) uncovered swimming pools and decks open to the outside;
(e) any portion of a penthouse containing elevator or ventilating equipment;
(f) any portion of a floor used for elevator shafts, stair shafts, service ducts or void floor
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space due to interconnected floors;
(g) walkways, hallways and stairs open to the outside;
(h) mechanical equipment rooms;
ha means the metric measurement area of a hectare;
heavy equipment display means the use of land, buildings or structures for the display, sale or
rental of mobile homes, industrial vehicles and machinery, and includes outdoor sales and
accessory servicing of such equipment;
height of buildings and structures means the vertical distance as measured between a final lot
grading plan approved at the time of subdivision or where such a grading plan does not
exist, the lesser of average natural grade or average finished grade to:
(a) the highest point of any structure; or,
(b) the highest point of any exterior wall on a flat-roofed building; or,
(c) the highest point of a shed-roofed building; or,
(d) the deck line of a mansard-roofed building; or,
(e) the average height level between the eaves and a ridge of a gable, hip or gambrel-
roofed building; or,
(f)
where the side of a roof contains one or more dormers and the combined width of
the dormers is wider than 1/3 of the length of the building wall underneath, the
maximum height of the roof of the building must be measured to the midpoint of
the roof of the dormers.
hen means a domesticated female chicken that is at least six (6) months old;
high technology use means laboratories, scientific and technical research establishments,
engineering testing facilities, electronic computer and communications industries,
including software development and manufacturing;
highway includes a public street, road, path, lane, walkway, trail, bridge, viaduct, thoroughfare
and any other way, but specifically excludes private rights of way on private property;
historic site means land, buildings or structures of historic or heritage significance;
home based business means an occupation, profession or handicraft conducted as a secondary
use to a residential use in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw but specifically
excludes cannabis trade;
home occupation means a home based business;
home/work means home occupation for telecommuters and others whose employment is hi-tech
related, plus hi-tech training, accessory sales of hi-tech services products;
horticulture means the use of land for growing flowers, grass, ornamental shrubs and trees, but
specifically excludes marihuana growing, packaging or production;
hospital means a public or private institution where sick and injured people are given medical or
surgical care;
hotel means a building or group of buildings providing three or more separate sleeping units with
separate entrances to a common hallway. A hotel is intended to be occupied primarily by
the travelling public, and may include cooking facilities, indoor and outdoor recreational
facilities, restaurants and a pub/lounge, provided that the hotel contains at least 50 rooms
and provides dining and meeting room facilities;
household animal means a domesticated animal kept by the members of a household for pleasure
and not for sale or profit to a maximum of two animals of any one species and specifically
excludes livestock, guinea fowl, poultry, pigeons, geese, ducks, or bees, and no horse,
donkey, mule, hinny, goat, sheep, swine or pig shall be considered a household animal;
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housing agreement means an agreement between a property owner and the City pursuant to
Section 963.2 of the Municipal Act;
include or including means pertaining to the items listed as well as other similar items;
indoor recreation space means a building that is located on the site of a multiple family residential
development and is typically used by the residents of the development for recreational,
cultural, social, and leisure activities;
individual commercial unit means the distinct and separate portion of a building that may be
leased or sold to an individual, and typically such buildings are occupied by commercial
businesses;
industry means a use providing for the manufacturing, processing, assembling, fabricating, storing,
transporting, distributing, testing, servicing or repairing of goods, materials or things, with
or without an ancillary office to administer the industrial use on the site. Industry includes
the operation of truck terminals, docks and railways. It includes wholesale business,
provided that the merchandise being sold is distributed from the site, but the classification
specifically excludes retail sales. Industry also specifically excludes the research,
manufacture, storage and transportation of nuclear weapons or components whose
intended use is in such weapons. Industry also includes processing, growing, drying,
packaging or storing of cannabis;
interior lot line means the lot line or lines common to the parcel and another parcel or a lane,
provided that such lot line is not already designated as a rear lot line;
internal access road means a private internal access allowance within a campground, mobile
home park, or medium or high density housing development which is suitable for vehicular
use;
internal private road means any internal road, driveway or right of way within a property's limits
which is intended to give access to buildings or units on the property, but specifically
excludes public highways;
internet cafe means an eating establishment where food is sold to the public for consumption
within the premises and includes the provision of computer terminals for entertainment
and/or interactive discussion;
lake means a body of water other than the sea having a surface area of at least two hectares for at
least six months of the year;
land means real property without improvements, and has the same meaning as in the Assessment
Act, and includes the surface of water;
landscaping means any combination of trees, bushes, shrubs, plants, flowers, lawns, bark mulch,
decorative boulders and gravel, decorative paving, planters, foundations, sculptures,
decorative fences, and the like arranged and maintained so as to enhance and embellish
the appearance of a property, or where necessary, to effectively screen a lot, site or
storage yard, but does not include parking areas, sidewalks, uncleared undergrowth or
weed growth;
lane means a highway more than 3 metres but not greater than 8 metres in width, intended to
provide secondary access to parcels of land;
light industry means the use of land, buildings or structures for manufacturing, wholesale trade,
warehousing, servicing and maintenance of an article, substance, material, fabric or
compound; including tradesman shops, high technology uses and accessory retail sales
and offices, but specifically excludes the following: the use of shipping containers or
moving containers or components thereof, agriculture, asphalt batch plant, seafood
processing, slaughter houses, medical marihuana growing, packaging or production, motor
vehicle salvage or auto wrecking yard or similar recycling involving outdoor operations;
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linear pathway means a linear way, established and used for recreation, walking, cycling, hiking or
the like;
livestock means animals used for agricultural purposes, and includes any horse, donkey, mule,
cow, goat, sheep, pig or swine;
loading space means a space for the loading or unloading of a vehicle, either outside or inside a
building or structure, but specifically excludes maneuvering aisles and other areas
providing access to the space;
log storage and sorting yard means land used for the storage, dumping, sorting, booming and
trans-shipment of logs;
lot means the same as parcel;
lot coverage means the sum total horizontal areas of all buildings and structures, or parts thereof,
except uncovered on grade patios, as measured from the outermost walls of a building or
structure, and expressed as a percentage of the total area of the lot;
lot line means the legally defined line or lines bounding any parcel;
m means the metric measurement distance of a metre;
maintenance building means a building for the storage and servicing of equipment and supplies
required for the maintenance of a campground;
major road means a highway designated an arterial or collector road pursuant to the Official
Community Plan adopted by the City of Parksville;
marina means moorage and launching facilities, including the rental and maintenance of boats and
seaplanes, and which is equipped with public toilets and refuse disposal facilities located
on land above the natural boundary;
marine fuel supply station means a structure used primarily for the sale of fuel directly to boaters;
marina sales means the use of land, buildings or structures for the sale and rental of boats and
accessory marine equipment, but specifically excludes boat building and repair;
Medical Health Officer means the Medical Health Officer or his/her delegate appointed pursuant
to the Health Act and amendments thereto;
medical marihuana means cannabis prescribed to an individual by a licensed physician qualified to
practice in BC or marihuana grown, processed and distributed in accordance with the
federal Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulation MMPR and any subsequent Health
Canada regulations;
medical marihuana production facility means the cultivation, production and packaging of
medical marihuana wholly within a building as permitted under the Marihuana for Medical
Purposes Regulations (MMPR), and any subsequent regulations or acts which may be
enacted henceforth, but specifically excludes sales on the premises or medical marihuana
research;
medical marihuana production and research facility means the cultivation, production, packaging,
and scientific research of medical marihuana wholly within a building as permitted under
the Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulations (MMPR), and any subsequent Health
Canada regulations or acts which may be enacted henceforth, but specifically excludes
sales on the premises;
medical marihuana research means the testing and processing of marihuana and derivative
products for medical purposes;
medical office means a business for the purpose of medical treatment for persons requiring the
maintenance of health and the prevention, alleviation or cure of disease;
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medium industry means the use of land, buildings or structures for assembling, processing,
manufacturing or repairing a product, article, substance, material, fabric or compound,
including high technology uses and accessory retail sales and offices, and includes the use
of shipping containers, moving containers or components thereof, but specifically excludes
agriculture, asphalt batch plant, seafood processing, slaughter houses, medical marihuana
growing, packaging or production, motor vehicle salvage or auto wrecking yard or similar
recycling involving outdoor operations;
mini storage means a building divided into a number of separate components, each providing
storage space;
miniature golf course means a facility for a novelty version of the game of golf played with golf
balls and putters on a small-scale course or courses that features whimsical obstacles as
part of game play;
minimum lot size means the smallest area into which a parcel of land may be subdivided;
minimum site area means the smallest contiguous portion of a parcel of land that is required for
the development of one permitted use;
mixed commercial/residential use means a combination of commercial and residential uses within
the same building that are otherwise permitted within the zoning district;
mobile food cart means a non-motorized mobile cart with a maximum area of 5.0 m2, from which
food and/or drink is dispensed, and where the entire stock of goods offered for sale is
carried and contained in the cart and which may change locations from time to time, and
which is not located in a permanent building or structure, and is removed from public
access when not in use;
mobile home means a dwelling unit designed to be moved from time to time which arrives at the
site where it is to be occupied complete and ready for occupancy, except for placing on
foundation supports, connection of utilities and some incidental assembly, and meets or
exceeds CAN/CSA Z-240 MH (Manufactured Home) Standards, but specifically excludes
recreational vehicles;
mobile home park means an area of land on which three or more mobile homes are located, the
development of which is subject to the "Mobile Home Park Bylaw";
mobile home sales means the use of land, buildings or structures for the sale of mobile homes;
mobile home space means an area of land within a mobile home area for installation of one
mobile home with permissible additions and situated within a mobile home park;
modular home means a factory built dwelling unit constructed to CAN/CSA A277 (Modular Home)
standards that is fully constructed and finished or is incomplete and fastened together and
completed on site, then placed on its foundation on a lot;
modular home strata lot means a bare land strata parcel on which not more than two modular
homes or mobile homes are located;
motel means sleeping units within one or more connected or detached buildings, in which the
transient public is provided, for consideration, with lodging and parking, the entrance to
each of the sleeping units being from the outdoors;
moving container means a container with a volume not exceeding 35 m3 (cubic metres) which has
been specifically designed and built for the purposes of housing items being moved and
stored which are packed, loaded and unloaded on a short-term basis at the premises of
the end user but specifically excludes shipping containers;
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multiple family residential means a building or buildings containing three or more principal
dwelling units on a parcel and includes row housing, cluster housing, townhouses and
apartment uses;
municipality means the City of Parksville;
n/a means not applicable to this category;
natural boundary means the visible high water mark on any watercourse 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 watercourse a character distinct from that of the
banks thereof, in respect to vegetation as well as in respect to the nature of the soil itself;
natural site means land of scenic or environmental significance;
new means subsequent to the adoption of this Bylaw;
neighbourhood pub means an establishment operating as a neighbourhood public house under a
"D" type license issued pursuant to the Liquor Control and Licensing Act and amendments
thereto;
non-conforming use means a lawful use of premises existing at the time of the adoption of this
Bylaw, although such use does not conform to the provisions of this Bylaw;
nursery means the use of land principally involved in agriculture or horticulture and accessory
product sales and garden supply sales, but specifically excludes the following: the sale of
agricultural or horticultural machinery, or cannabis trade;
office means the occupancy or use of a building for the purpose of carrying out business or
professional activities, but specifically excludes retail trade and personal service use;
outdoor recreation means a recreational activity undertaken where the outdoor setting and
landscape is a significant element in the activity, and the density of recreational users is
not a significant element and includes golf course, park or open space, playing field,
botanical garden, arboretum, zoo, game farm, and outdoor exhibit;
outdoor sales means the use of land, buildings or structures for the retail sale of products that are
typically displayed outdoors, and includes lumber and building products and the display,
sale or rental of recreational vehicles, automobiles and boats, and accessory servicing of
such equipment but specifically excludes cannabis trade;
parcel means the smallest area of land and/or structure which is registered in the Land Title Office
on an individual title;
parcel area means the total horizontal area within the lot lines of a parcel;
parcel depth means the distance between the front lot line and the most distant part of the rear
lot line of a parcel;
park means deeded public land used or intended for outdoor recreation purposes, and includes an
archaeological, historical or natural site;
parking space means the space for the parking of one vehicle either outside or inside a building or
structure, but excludes maneuvering aisles and other areas providing access to the space;
parking use means providing parking spaces for the temporary storage of vehicles where such use
is the principle use of the parcel or building;
permitted density means the maximum number of dwelling units permitted per hectare of land
area;
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permitted land use means the principal permissible purpose for which land, buildings or structures
may be used;
personal services means a use whereby professional or personal services are provided and the sale
of goods, wares, merchandise, articles or things accessory to the provision of such services,
and includes barber shop, beauty salon, shoe repair shop, dry-cleaning shop and
launderette but specifically excludes cannabis trade;
pet means a household animal as defined earlier;
place of worship means a building used for religious worship and includes a church, mosque,
synagogue, temple, chapel or religious meeting room;
potable water means water which meets the drinking standards in accordance with regulations of
the relevant enactments;
premises means the buildings and structures located on a parcel of land;
primary processing means the use of land, buildings or structures for the moving, crushing,
washing, screening, processing or storage of soil;
principle building means the building for the main use of the lot as listed under the permitted uses
of the applicable zone;
private health club means recreational, fitness or exercise facility which is provided predominantly
for tenants of the building in which it is contained, but which may be open to others;
principal building means the building for the main use of the lot as listed under the permitted uses
of the applicable zone;
principal use means the main use of land, buildings or structures as listed under the permitted
uses of the applicable zone;
private school means a privately sponsored school, kindergarten, or pre-school;
produce market means a building or structure providing for the retail sale of agricultural produce,
including vegetables, fruit and seafood, but specifically excludes the retail sale of cannabis;
produce sales means the retail sales of agricultural products as an accessory use to the principle
agricultural use, but specifically excludes the retail sale of cannabis;
produce stand means a building or structure not exceeding 100 m2 in area, and providing for the
retail sale of fresh agricultural produce which is produced on the same farm on which the
stand is located, but specifically excludes the retail sale of cannabis;
property line means lot line;
public administration means the management of public resources by a group of elected or
appointed officials;
public assembly use means the use of land, buildings or structures to accommodate exhibits,
special events or meetings and includes auditorium, church, museum, community hall,
fraternal lodge, youth centre, theatre, and senior citizens' centre;
public school means a school wholly supported by government funding;
public utility use means the use of land, buildings or structures for the provision of community
water or sewer services, park, public access, pipelines, electric and telephone service,
firehall, fire training facility, government office or cemetery;
railway right of way means the land occupied by the railway for its main line and the related area;
rear lot line means the property line or lines, other than the front property line that connect the
side property lines;
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recreation facility means a facility used and equipped for the conduct of sports and leisure
activities and includes pool hall, bowling alley, games court, curling and roller rink, health
club, spa, swimming pool, but specifically excludes amusement arcade and fairground;
recreational building means a building used to accommodate a variety of recreational activities
customarily associated with tourist recreational facilities, including but not necessarily
limited to a food concession area, pro shop, games room, lockers and/or change rooms;
recreational vehicle (or RV) means any vehicle, trailer, coach, structure or conveyance
permanently fitted with wheels, designed to travel or be transported on a highway and
equipped to be used for recreational living and sleeping purposes without requiring
continuous connection to sewage, water and electric hook ups;
refuse removal area means a designated area, directly accessible to sanitary disposal trucks, for
the storage and removal of refuse containers;
remainder means that portion of a parcel being subdivided which is shown on the same Certificate
of Indefeasible Title before and after the subdivision;
residential care means a use or facility in which food, lodging and care or supervision is provided,
with or without charge, to persons unrelated to the operator of the facility who, on
account of age, infirmity, physical or mental disability, require special care or assistance.
But does not include a facility in which persons are detained as prisoners pursuant to
judicial process, or a facility supporting persons on parole from any part of a sentence
(including unconditional sentence) imposed by a court, or a facility in which persons are
treated for alcohol or drug addiction;
residential use means a fixed place of accommodation and home life, excluding any tourist
accommodation, to which a person or persons in common occupancy intend to return
when absent;
resort condominium means a development subdivided pursuant to the Condominium Act and
amendments thereto and providing accommodation on a temporary basis, but is not
considered a hotel;
restaurant means an eating establishment where food is sold to the public for immediate
consumption within the premises or delivered to other premises, but excludes a drive-in
restaurant or a fast food outlet but specifically excludes the sale or preparation of foods or
beverages containing cannabis;
retail sales outlet or retail sales use means retail trade;
retail store means a retail sales outlet contained under one roof, having a gross floor area not
exceeding 2,000 m2, and providing for the retail sale and display of goods, including
cannabis trade but specifically excludes industrial uses, gas station, and service stations;
retail trade means the business of selling goods or merchandise, including cannabis trade, to the
ultimate consumer for personal consumption or household use and not for resale
purposes;
retail trade and services means retail trade and business services;
retaining wall means a structure erected to hold back or support a bank of earth;
roadway means the same as highway;
row housing means a series of dwelling units connected by common sidewalls and forming a
continuous group;
school means privately funded, parochial and public schools;
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screening means a continuous fencing, wall, compact hedge or combination thereof,
supplemented with landscape plantings that effectively provides a visual separation or
enclosure for the site, and is broken only by limited accesses;
seafood processing means the storage, drying, cooking, packing, preparation and manufacturing
of any aquatic organism;
secondary suite means a self-contained accessory dwelling unit within a single family dwelling or
duplex dwelling unit containing toilet, bathroom, sleeping and living areas and cooking
facilities provided in accordance with the conditions of Section 613 of this Bylaw and may
not be subdivided as a separate legal entity;
senior citizen housing means housing units providing for the accommodation of persons 55 years
of age or over, as stipulated under the terms of a Housing Agreement with the City, and
can be in the form of duplexes, cluster housing, apartments, condominiums or
townhouses;
service industry means the wholesale, warehousing, testing, servicing, repair or maintenance of an
article or substance, including packing and crating, and artisan's shops and retail sales
accessory to the principle use, but specifically excludes the following: motor vehicle
salvage, or auto wrecking yard;
service station means the use of land and structures for gasoline pumping stations and may have
premises under one roof for:
(a) a sales outlet, having a gross floor area not exceeding 60 m2, providing for the retail
sales of items regularly used by households including food, beverage, books,
magazines, and household accessories;
(b) the retail sales of motor vehicle accessories;
(c) the servicing and cleaning of motor vehicles;
(d) but specifically excludes vehicle sales, body work, painting and third party repairs;
and
(e) specifically excludes cannabis trade;
setback means the required minimum horizontal distance as measured from the respective lot line
or natural boundary to any building or structure or part thereof, as in building setbacks;
shelter facility means a use contained within a building where temporary sleeping accommodation
is provided under supervision for persons in need of temporary shelter and may offer
limited support services such as housekeeping, laundry, meals, training and counselling;
shelter unit means a sleeping unit containing not more than five (5) persons;
shipping container means a container designed for storing and transporting cargo via ship, rail or
truck, whether or not it is actually being used for such a purpose but specifically excluding
moving containers;
shipping yard means the use of buildings, structures or land providing for the trans-shipment of
goods and includes the storage of shipping containers, moving containers and their
contents;
shopping centre means a group of sales and service outlets located on a single parcel, including
retail stores, personal service establishments, offices, recreational facilities and food
catering facilities, having a floor area not exceeding 3,000 m2;
silviculture means all activities related to the development and care of forests, including the
removal of harvestable timber stocks, but specifically excludes the following: the
processing of wood or wood products, the growing or harvesting of marihuana;
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single family dwelling means a detached residential building consisting of one dwelling unit which
is occupied or intended to be occupied as a residence of one family and/or occupied for
residential care use. When used only as a residence, it may contain as an accessory use
the following: Accessory household hen keeping and either bed and breakfast
accommodation for a maximum of four (4) persons or accommodation for a maximum of
two boarders, lodgers or roomers;
site means an area of land or surface of water consisting of 1 or more parcels used as a unit
devoted to a certain use or occupied by a building or structure or group of buildings or
structures united by a common interest, use or development;
site coverage means the sum total horizontal area of all buildings or parts thereof, as measured
from the outermost perimeter of all buildings on the site, and expressed as a percentage
of the total area of the site;
siting distance means the required minimum horizontal distance that a type of building or
structure must be from another specified type of building or structure;
slope means the figure obtained when the vertical distance of an area of land is divided by the
horizontal distance and is expressed as a percentage;
special needs housing means housing which, under the terms of a Housing Agreement with the
City, is oriented to those with special needs relating to age, disability, physical or sexual
abuse, abuse of drugs or alcohol;
specialty retail means the use of land, buildings, or structures for the purpose of selling tourist
oriented items such as, but not limited to, souvenirs, art, hand crafted items, but excludes
the sale of household items, hardware and the like;
soil means sand, gravel, rock or other substance of which land is composed;
strata lot means a strata lot as defined by the Condominium Act;
street patio use means an outdoor seating area located within a portion of a municipal highway in
which food and beverage of an adjacent food catering facility is served to patrons;
street patio bylaw means a bylaw adopted by the City of Parksville under the authority of section 8
or 36 of the Community Charter for the purpose of regulating street patios and establishes a
permitting regime;
structure means anything that is constructed or erected, and includes swimming pool, mobile
home space, camping space and major improvements accessory to the principal use of
land, but specifically excludes landscaping or paving improvements;
student housing means a building in which sleeping units are provided and/or rented for
occupancy by students and/or staff members affiliated with a college, private school,
university or similar institution, and which is regulated by such institution. A dormitory
unit may contain communal dining facilities but shall exclude the preparation of meals
within the sleeping units;
studio means a place for the study of an art and includes painting, sculpting, photography,
dancing, singing, acting, and the making of motion pictures and the transmission of radio
and television programs;
subdivision means any change in the existing size, shape, number or arrangement of a lot or lots;
supermarket means a retail establishment, having 1000 square metres or more of gross floor area,
primarily selling food as well as other convenience and household goods;
supportive housing facility means a residential use which contains three or more dwelling units
and offers support services such as housekeeping, laundry, meals, training, counselling and
supervision, which may have rooms devoted to these services;
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taxi operation means a building used as a dispatch office for a taxi or limousine service and may
include an area on the lot for the parking of taxis and/or limousines when not engaged in
transporting persons or goods;
technological use means scientific or technological research, development or manufacture related
to computer, electronic, electrical, communications or similar equipment, devices or
services and ancillary offices and ancillary product or service sales;
technology support facility means meeting rooms, office space, training areas, computer rooms
and photocopy facilities intended to provide support to home/work tenants and which
must be located as an accessory use within a residential building;
temporary means a maximum of 180 days in a calendar year;
theatre means a building or structure designed to stage public performances, including movies;
tourist accommodation means the use of land, buildings, or structures for the purpose of
providing tourist-oriented accommodation, and which may include sleeping, cooking,
laundry and recreational facilities, and includes resort condominiums, hotels and motels
and cabins;
tourist information booth means a building or structure that is used for the purpose of providing
information to the travelling public and the business community;
tourist store means a retail sales outlet contained under one roof, having a gross floor area not
exceeding 200 m2, and providing for the retail sale of goods to the travelling public;
townhouse means the residential use of a building or buildings which contain three or more
dwelling units, with each dwelling unit having its principal access from a separate ground
oriented entrance;
transportation means transport of goods and commodities, livestock, passengers, by train or
motor vehicle;
transportation terminal means the use of land, buildings, structures, shipping containers or
moving containers, for taxi, bus, railway stations, airport, and the storage and
maintenance of transportation equipment;
turf management training facility means a hands on golf course training facility associated with a
golf course, including theoretical training, research, development construction, golf course
operations, management and maintenance practices which protect and enhance the
environment;
unattended public utility use means a public utility use which generally does not require
personnel on a regular basis for operation of the facility;
underground parking means parking which is under a building and/or under the ground such that
the roof of the underground parking is not more than 1 metre above the adjacent finished
grade;
unit means a numerical expression used to describe a particular function;
urban food garden means the use of land on a limited scale for the growing, harvesting and
wholesaling of fruits, vegetables and edible plants in accordance with Section 621 of this
bylaw, but specifically excludes growing, harvesting and wholesaling of marihuana;
use means the same as permitted use;
useable open space means a compact, level, unobstructed area or areas available for use by all of
a building's occupants, having no dimension less than 4.5 metres and no slope greater
than 10 percent, providing for greenery, recreational space, and other leisure activities
normally carried on outdoors; excludes areas used for off-street parking, off-street
loading, service driveways and required front yards, and roof areas unless otherwise
permitted in this Bylaw;
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vehicle means a vehicle licensed pursuant to the Motor Vehicle Act and amendments thereto,
while any vehicle which has not been licensed for a period of one year and which is not
stored in a building shall be deemed to be a derelict vehicle;
watercourse means any natural or man-made depression with well-defined banks and a bed of
zero point six metres or more below the surrounding land serving to give direction to or
containing a current of water at least six months of the year and includes the sea or any
lake, river, stream, creek, spring, ravine, swamp, gulch, surface source of water supply or
source of groundwater supply, whether enclosed or in a conduit;
wholesale trade means establishments or places of business primarily engaged in selling
merchandise to retailers; to industrial, commercial, institutional, or professional business
users; to other wholesalers; or acting as agents or brokers and buying merchandise for or
selling merchandise to such individuals or companies;
wood processing means a building, structure or equipment operating during normal daylight
hours, producing less than 20 m3 of lumber per day, including the preparation of logs,
fence posts, shakes, poles or firewood;
yard means that portion of a lot that is defined by the minimum setback requirements;
zone means a zone established by the current Zoning and Development Bylaw of the City of
Parksville and amendments thereto.
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200
ZONING DISTRICTS
For the purpose of this Bylaw the area incorporated into the City of Parksville is hereby divided
into zoning districts as shown upon the plan entitled "Zoning Map of the City of Parksville" which,
with all explanatory matter on it, accompanies and forms part of this Bylaw.
Section
Zoning District Name
Map Symbol
202
Residential
RS-1
203
Medium Density Residential
RS-2
204
High Density Residential
RS-3
205
Manufactured Home Residential
MH-1
206
Industrial
I-1
207
Public Institutional
P-1
208
Private Institutional
P-2
209
Health Care
P-3
210
Agricultural
A-1
211
Local Commercial
C-1
213
Downtown Commercial
C-3
214
Highway Commercial
CS-1
215
Tourist Commercial
CS-2
216
Service Commercial
CS-3
217
Service Station Commercial
CS-4
219
Campground and Conservation Zone
E-1
221-239R
Comprehensive Development
CD-1 - CD-37
240
Civic and Technology Centre
CT-1
241
Civic Centre Townhouse Zone
RS-4
242
Civic Centre Apartment Zone
RS-5
243
Resort Area Tourist Accommodation Zone
RA-1
244
Care Housing
RC-1
245
Resort Area Tourist Accommodation
RA-2A
247
Transportation and Recreation Corridor Zone
TR-1
248
Mixed Waterfront Commercial - Residential Zone
MWC-1
249
Small Lot Residential
SLR-1
250
Commercial Tuan
CTX-1
251
Recreation
RCX-1
252
Water
WX-1
253
High Density Residential and Care
RSC-3
255
Residential High Density
RHD-4
256
Downtown Residential Commercial
DRC-1
The requirements of each zoning district Section as set out in Division 200 of this Bylaw shall be applied to
areas designated on the Zoning Map with the corresponding alpha-numeric symbol.
This Bylaw does not purport to alter the status of lands affected by a "Land Use Contract", and such lands
shall continue to be controlled by the regulations specified in the relevant Land Use Contract in force.
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DIVISION 200
ZONING DISTRICT SCHEDULES
INDEX
Section
Zoning District Name
Page
201
Interpretation
23
202
Residential RS-1
26
203
Medium Density Residential RS-2
28
204
High Density Residential RS-3
30
205
Manufactured Home Residential MH-1
32
206
Industrial I-1
34
207
Public Institutional P-1
37
208
Private Institutional P-2
39
209
Health Care P-3
40
210
Agricultural A-1
41
211
Local Commercial C-1
44
213
Downtown Commercial C-3
45
214
Highway Commercial CS-1
47
215
Tourist Commercial CS-2
50
216
Service Commercial CS-3
52
217
Service Station Commercial CS-4
54
219
Campground and Conservation Zone E-1
55
221 - 239R
Comprehensive Development CD-1 to CD-37
65
240
Civic and Technology Centre CT-1
221
241
Civic Centre Residential Townhouse Zone RS-4
223
242
Civic Centre Residential Apartment Zone RS-5
225
243
Resort Area Tourist Accommodation Zone RA-1
227
244
Care Housing RC-1
229
245
Resort Area Tourist Accommodation RA-2A
230
247
Transportation and Recreation Corridor Zone TR-1
233
248
Mixed Waterfront Commercial - Residential Zone MWC-1
235
249
Small Lot Residential SLR-1
237
250
Commercial Tuan CTX-1
240
251
Recreation RCX-1
242
252
Water WX-1
244
253
High Density Residential and Care RSC-3
245
255
Residential High Density RHD-4
248
256
Downtown Residential Commercial DRC-1
251
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DIVISION 200: ZONING DISTRICT SCHEDULES
201
INTERPRETATION
.1 PERMITTED USES
The list of uses under the heading "Permitted Uses" in each of the zoning district
schedules set out in this Division shall be interpreted to mean that the uses listed
in a particular schedule and no others shall be permitted in the areas designated
on the zoning map of the City of Parksville as being regulated by that schedule.
.2
PERMITTED DENSITY
Where a zoning district schedule includes under the heading "Buildings and
Structures" a regulation entitled "Maximum Number, Size and Height of Buildings
and Structures", such regulation shall be interpreted as meaning that a lot which is
designated on the Zoning Map of the City of Parksville as being regulated by that
schedule shall not be occupied by a greater number of dwellings than the number
specified, except as may otherwise be provided for in the regulation.
Where a zoning district schedule includes under the heading "Permitted Density" a
regulation entitled "Maximum Floor Area Ratio", such regulation shall be
interpreted as meaning that a lot which is designated on the Zoning Map as being
regulated by that schedule shall not be occupied by any buildings the floor area
ratio of which exceeds the amount specified, except as may otherwise be provided
for in the regulation.
.3
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Where a zoning district schedule includes a regulation entitled "Maximum Lot
Coverage", such regulation shall be interpreted as meaning that a lot which is
designated on the Zoning Map as being regulated by that schedule may not have a
lot coverage, as defined in this Bylaw, which exceeds the percentage specified.
.4
MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM SETBACKS FROM PROPERTY LINES
The specification of measurements for front yard, side yard and rear yard under
the general heading of "Minimum Building Setbacks" in a zoning district section
shall be interpreted as defining the minimum distance permitted between the
front, side or rear property line and the appropriate setback line on a lot which is
designated on the Zoning Map as being regulated by that schedule; such setback
areas constituting the front yard, side yard and rear yard respectively.
Where a use or structure is specifically referenced with a following measurement,
it shall be interpreted as meaning that the minimum setback from a property line
for that use shall be the measurement specified.
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.5
MAXIMUM HEIGHTS
The specification of measurements for buildings, structures or accessory buildings
under the general heading of "Maximum Heights" in a zoning district schedule shall be
interpreted as meaning the greatest height, as height is defined in this Bylaw, to which
a building, structure or accessory building may be constructed on a lot which is
designated on the Zoning Map as being regulated by that schedule.
Where the specification of a measurement for "Maximum Height" refers to a particular
type of building such as a dwelling, the regulation shall be applied to that type of
building only.
.6
MINIMUM SITE AREA
Where a zoning district schedule includes a regulation entitled "Minimum Site Area",
the dimensions which follow are to be interpreted as the minimum dimensions
permissible for a lot which is to be used as the site of buildings for the use specified
therein; such regulation being applicable to lots designated on the Zoning Map as
being regulated by that schedule.
.7
MAXIMUM SIZE OF UNITS, SEATING AND SIZE OF COMMERCIAL AREA
The specification of a measurement under the heading "Maximum Commercial Area"
in a zoning district schedule shall be interpreted as meaning that on a lot which is
designated on the Zoning Map as being regulated by that schedule, a commercial area
shall not be permitted a total gross leasable floor area in excess of the measurement
specified.
The specification of a number under the heading "Maximum Number" for "Food
Catering Establishments" in a zoning district schedule shall be interpreted as meaning
that on a lot which is designated on the Zoning Map as being regulated by that
schedule, a food catering establishment shall not be permitted seats in excess of the
number specified.
The specification of a measurement under the heading "Maximum Size" in a zoning
district schedule shall be interpreted as meaning that on a lot which is designated on
the Zoning Map as being regulated by that schedule, an individual commercial unit
shall not exceed in gross leasable floor area the measurement specified.
.8
THE FURTHER REQUIREMENT OF THE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN
Notwithstanding the requirements and limits contained in this Bylaw, those lands
which have been designated as Development Permit Areas pursuant to Section 945 of
the Municipal Act are additionally subject to the guidelines and conditions specified in
the current Official Community Plan Bylaw and all amendments thereto.
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.9
ZONE BOUNDARIES
Where a lot is divided by zone boundaries, the zone boundaries shall prevail for the
purpose of this bylaw.
Where land that originally formed part of a lane or street is consolidated with a lot,
such lane or street shall be deemed to have the same designation as the lot.
.10
PERMITTED USES
Where the permitted use in one zone is subject to another zone, it means that the use
is permitted but all other conditions of the other zone prevail.
.11
SUFFIX "A" or "B"
The suffix "A" or suffix "B" attached to a zone designation denotes a special sub- zone
where additional uses are permitted, subject to the regulations of the zone in which
the suffix is applied.
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202
RESIDENTIAL
RS-1
This zone is intended to provide land solely for the purpose of low density single family housing.
202.1
Permitted Land Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 560 m2; except where municipal water or
sanitary sewer service are unavailable, the minimum lot size shall be no less than 4,100
m2.
202.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Dwelling Units
4 per lot (a)
-
Principal Dwelling Units
2 per lot
-
Secondary Suites
2 per lot
Height of Principal Buildings
8.6 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
(a) Where municipal water or sanitary sewer service are unavailable, the maximum
number of dwelling units shall not exceed two (2).
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202.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear
Lot Line
Setback
Exterior Lot
Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings (a)
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.5 m
1.2 m
4.5 m
0.6 m
(a) The distance between single family buildings must be a minimum of 3.0 m as measured
from the closest points of each structure.
202.4
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
202.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
202.6
Maximum Lot Coverage:
33%
202.7
Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
no requirements
202.8
Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
0.60
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203
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
RS-2
This zone is intended to provide land for a mixture of low and medium density housing by allowing a
diversity of housing types, and secondary suites in single family dwellings that meet all the
requirements.
203.1
Permitted Land Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Multiple Family Residential
Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 560 m2.
203.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Dwelling Units
4 per lot or 30 per hectare
(a)(b)(c), whichever is greater
Height of Principal Buildings
8.6 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
(a) Where 80% or more of the required off-street parking spaces are provided
underground or concealed within the building, the maximum number of multiple
family residential units may be increased by 10 units per hectare.
(b) Where 30% or more of the total number of units are affordable housing units, the
maximum number of multiple family residential units may be increased by 10 units
per hectare.
(c) Despite the maximum number of Multiple Family Residential units specified
elsewhere in this zone, on a site specific basis the site comprised of the land currently
described as 463 Hirst Avenue West (Strata Lots 1 to 20, District Lot 106, Nanoose
District, Plan EPS7692); [formerly Lot 1, District Lot 106, Nanoose District, Plan 17579
at 451 Hirst Avenue West; Lot A, District Lot 106, Nanoose District, Plan 17962 at 461
Hirst Avenue West; and Lot 4, District Lot 106, Nanoose District, Plan 18691 at 465
Hirst Avenue West] shall not exceed a maximum of 20 units in total.
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203.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Single Family or Duplex (a)
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Multiple Family Residential
4.5 m
6.0 m
4.5 m
6.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures (b)
4.5 m
1.2 m
3.0 m
0.6 m
(a) The distance between single family dwellings must be a minimum of 3.0 m as
measured from the closest points of each structure.
(b) Accessory buildings and structures shall be located not less than 3.0 metres from any
portion of the principal building.
203.4
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
203.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
203.6
Maximum Lot Coverage:
(a)
single family or duplex dwelling:
33%
(b)
multiple family residential:
40%
203.7
Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
Play and Recreation Area shall be provided as follows:
(a)
Every Multiple Family Residential development shall provide useable open space in
the amount of:
(i)
46 m2 for each three (3) bedroom dwelling unit;
(ii)
28 m2 for each two (2) bedroom unit;
(iii)
19 m2 for each one (1) bedroom unit;
(iv)
9 m2 for each bachelor unit.
(b)
Every Multiple Family Residential development containing thirty (30) or more
dwelling units shall provide indoor recreation space in the amount of 2.3 m2 for
each dwelling unit.
203.8
Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
0.70
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204
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
RS-3
This zone is intended to provide land for housing of various densities, including high density multiple
family residential development.
204.1
Permitted Land Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Multiple Family Residential
Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 560 m2.
204.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Dwelling Units
4 per lot or 75 per hectare
(a)(b), whichever is greater
Height of Principal Buildings
11.0 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
(a) Where 80% or more of the required off-street parking spaces are provided
underground or concealed within the building, the maximum number of multiple
family residential units may be increased by 25 units per hectare.
(b) Where 20% or more of the total number of units are affordable housing units, the
maximum number of multiple family residential units may be increased by 25 units
per hectare.
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204.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Single Family Dwelling or Duplex
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Multiple Family Residential
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.5 m
1.2 m
3.0 m
0.6 m
204.4
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
204.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
204.6
Maximum Lot Coverage:
45%
204.7
Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
Play and Recreation Area shall be provided as follows:
(a)
Every Multiple Family Residential development shall provide useable open space in
the amount of:
(i)
46 m2 for each three (3) bedroom dwelling unit;
(ii)
28 m2 for each two (2) bedroom unit;
(iii)
19 m2 for each one (1) bedroom unit;
(iv)
9 m2 for each bachelor unit.
(b)
Every Multiple Family Residential development containing thirty (30) or more
dwelling units shall provide indoor recreation space in the amount of 2.3 m2 for
each dwelling unit.
204.8
Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
1.50
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205
MANUFACTURED HOME RESIDENTIAL
MH-1
This zone is intended for mobile and modular homes in manufactured home parks.
205.1
Permitted Land Uses
Mobile Home Park
Modular Home Strata Lot (a)
(a) restricted to bare land strata lots in existence at the time of the adoption of
"Zoning and Development Amendment Bylaw, 2024, No. 2000.148"
Mobile Home Parks Accessory Uses:
Home Based Business (a)
(a) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
Modular Home Strata Lot Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Lot Size:
The Mobile Home Park minimum lot size shall be no less than 5,000 m2.
205.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Mobile Home Park
-
Mobile Home
1 per mobile home space
Modular Home Strata Lot
-
Modular Home or Mobile Home
2 per lot
Mobile Home Space - Minimum Area Requirement
400 m2
Modular Home Strata Lot - Minimum Lot Size
400 m2
Height of Mobile Home
7.5 m
Height of Modular Home
8.6 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.0 m
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205.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
From all property lines external to the Mobile Home Park or bare land
strata subdivision
4.5 m
From a private or internal access road or common parking area
3.0 m
From the side or rear boundary of the mobile home space
1.5 m
205.4
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division
500 of this Bylaw.
205.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
205.6
Maximum Lot Coverage: 40% of the mobile home space
205.7
Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
Areas for play and recreation shall be provided as follows:
(a) a minimum of 7.5% of the mobile home park shall be provided, landscaped and
maintained, and operated solely as play and recreational areas, being kept open
to the residents at all reasonable times;
(b) where more than 1,000 m2 of recreation space is required, two or more
recreation areas may be provided.
205.8
Other Requirements:
(a) Maximum Floor Area Ratio: 0.35
(b) Maximum Mobile Home Spaces: 20 per hectare
(c) Mobile Home Parks: except where otherwise specified within this zone, mobile home
parks must conform to the standards of the current Mobile Home Parks Bylaw and
amendments currently in effect.
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206
INDUSTRIAL
I-1
This zone is intended to provide land for a diversity of light and medium industry uses.
206.1 Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size(c)
Accessory Residential
N/A
Accessory Retail Sales and Offices (a)
N/A
Food Catering Facility
2,000 m2
Food Concession vehicle
N/A
Heavy Equipment Display
4,000 m2
Independent Office uses, such as:
(i)
Architect
(ii) General contractor provided that any contractor's storage yard is enclosed by
a building or completely screened
(iii) Computer services and data processing
(iv) Courier, communication or dispatch
(v) Engineer, scientist, surveyor or geologist
(vi) Graphic or industrial designer
(vii) Land surveyor
(viii) Shipping agent or freight forwarder
(ix) Wholesale broker or manufacturer's agent
(x) An office use similar to the above, provided the use has a direct relationship
to the immediate industrial area and will not generally attract the public to its
premises.
2,000 m2
Light Industry
2,000 m2
Medical Marihuana Production and Research Facility (d)
4,000 m2
Medium Industry
2,000 m2
Neighbourhood Pub
2,000 m2
Outdoor Sales
2,000 m2
Recreation Facility
2,000m2
Seafood Processing (b)
2,000 m2
Shipping Yard
10,000 m2
Transportation Terminal
5,000 m2
Wood Processing
20,000 m2
(a)
limited to 30% of the gross floor area of all uses combined in the same tenancy;
(b)
subject to all processing activity being fully contained within a building;
(c)
Where the required Minimum Lot Size is 4,000 m2 or greater it shall be deemed to be
the required Minimum Site Area for a given Permitted Land Use.
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(d)
Medical Marihuana Production and Research Facility shall:
i.
be fully contained within a building;
ii.
contain a medical marihuana research component with a minimum gross
floor area of at least 200 m2.
206.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Height of Principal Building
12.0 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
Accessory Residential
1 unit per lot
206.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear
Lot Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior Lot
Line Setback
(a)
Principal Building
9.0 m
0 m
7.5 m
0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
9.0 m
1.2 m
7.5 m
0.6 m
(a) 7.5 metre minimum setback from any lot line abutting a residential zone or railway
right of way.
206.4
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
206.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
206.6
Maximum Lot Coverage in Total:
60%
206.7
Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
no requirements
206.8
Other Requirements:
(a) Maximum Floor Area Ratio: .60
(b) No lot in the I-1 zone shall be developed with a principle building having a
gross floor area of less than 280 square metres.
(c) Accessory uses (excluding Accessory Residential shall be accessible only from
the interior of the building).
206.9
Conditions of Use
Notwithstanding Section 206.1 no seafood processing which creates noxious or offensive
odours shall be permitted.
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206.10 Shipping Container and Moving Container Regulations.
Shipping containers and moving containers shall only be stored in accordance with the
following regulations:
(a) shall be setback a minimum of 7.5 metres from all lot lines;
(b) shall be setback a minimum of 30 metre from a lot line adjacent to Highway 19A or a
lot line adjacent the Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway;
(c) shall be screened from view of Highway 19A or the Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway
by continuous fencing or landscaping a minimum of 1.8 metres in height;
(d) shall only be stacked in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations, and in
no case shall be stacked more than three (3) containers high;
(e) stacked containers shall in no case exceed a maximum height of 9.0 metres;
(f)
in no case shall individual containers exceed 14.0 metres in length, 3.0 metres in
width or 3.0 metres in height;
(g) shall not involve individual access except during the loading and unloading of articles
in transhipment or where constituent components form part a structure authorized
by Building Permit.
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207
PUBLIC INSTITUTIONAL
P-1
This zone is intended to provide land for the education, administration, recreation and servicing needs of
the general public.
207.1 Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Public School
N/A
Public Administration
N/A
Public Assembly
N/A
Public Utility
N/A
Community Care Facility
N/A
Park
N/A
Outdoor Recreation
N/A
Emergency Supplies Container
N/A
Fire Training Structure
N/A
207.1A On a parcel containing an -1A designation:
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Recreation and sports equipment rentals
N/A
Food and beverage sales
N/A
207.1 B On a parcel containing an -1B designation:
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Food and beverage sales
N/A
207.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Height of Principal Building
11.0 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
207.3 Minimum Building Setbacks:
From all property lines:
7.5 metres
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207.4 Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
207.5 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
207.6 Maximum Lot Coverage: 60%
207.7 Play and Recreation Area Requirements: no requirements
207.8 Other Requirements:
Maximum Floor Area Ratio: 1.0
207.9 Emergency Supplies Containers Regulations:
Emergency supplies containers shall only be used and stored in accordance with the
following regulations:
(a) shall only to be used for the storage of emergency supplies;
(b) shall be limited to not more than 2 containers per parcel;
(c) shall be setback a minimum of 7.5 metres from all lot lines;
(d) shall not exceed a maximum height of 3 metres;
(e) shall not be stacked one on top of another;
(f)
shall be screened on all sides by solid fencing or landscaping with a minimum
height of 1.8 metres.
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208
PRIVATE INSTITUTIONAL
P-2
This zone is intended to provide land for private institutional facilities and services to serve the needs of
the general public.
208.1
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Private School
N/A
Place of Worship
N/A
Community Care Facility
N/A
208.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Height of Principal Building
11.0 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
Accessory Buildings
1 per lot
208.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
From all property lines:
7.5 metres
208.4
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500
of this Bylaw.
208.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
208.6
Maximum Lot Coverage: 30%
208.7
Play and Recreation Area Requirements: no requirements
208.8
Other Requirements:
(a) Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
0.50
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209
HEALTH CARE
P-3
This zone provides land for a variety of health care facilities.
209.1
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Hospital
N/A
Community Care Facility
N/A
Congregate Care Facility
N/A
Medical Office
N/A
209.2 Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Height of Principal Building
11.0 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
Accessory Buildings
1 per lot
209.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
From all property lines:
7.5 metres
209.4
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division
500 of this Bylaw.
209.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
209.6
Maximum Lot Coverage:
30%
209.7
Play and Recreation Area Requirements: no requirements
209.8
Other Requirements:
(a)
Maximum Floor Area Ratio: .60
(b)
A Congregate Care facility shall provide a common indoor area at a scale of 1
m2 per unit for common dining and related services.
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210
AGRICULTURAL
A-1
This zone is intended to provide land for a diversity of rural land uses.
210.1
Permitted Land Uses
Agriculture
Horticulture
Produce Stand
Single Family Dwellings
Silviculture
Medical Marihuana Production Facility (a) (b)
(a) shall only be permitted on land designated within the provincial Agricultural Land
Reserve where such use is considered a 'farm use' pursuant to the acts and
regulation administered by the provincial Agricultural Land Commission.
(b) all growing, production, processing, packaging or storage shall be fully contained
within a building.
Accessory Uses:
Domestic Industry
Home Based Business (a)
Secondary Suite (b)
(a) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
(b) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 4.0 hectares.
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210.1.A On a parcel containing an A-1A designation:
Additional Permitted Land Use:
Turf management training facility
Golf course
Restaurant accessory to a golf course use
Retail sale accessory to the golf course use
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 4.0 hectares.
210.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
200 m
2 (a)
Dwelling Units per parcel
2 (b)
Height of Buildings and Structures
8.6 m
(a) This requirement shall not apply to accessory buildings used for agriculture or
accessory carriage house purposes.
(b) Except on a parcel located within the Provincial Agricultural Land Reserve where,
subject to the regulations of the Agricultural Land Commission, the following is
permitted: one (1) principal dwelling, one (1) secondary suite, and one (1) accessory
carriage house not exceeding 90 m2 is permitted.
210.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Use
Setback from All Lot
Lines (a)
Buildings and structures used for the housing of livestock, storing
manure or containing marihuana
30 m
All other principal and accessory buildings or structures
7.5 m
(a) where land is subject to more than one zone for the purpose of determining setbacks
the zone boundary shall also be considered a Lot Line.
210.4
Landscaping and Screening: no requirement
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210.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
210.6 Maximum Lot Coverage in Total:
25%
210.7 Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
no requirements
210.8 Other Requirements:
none
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211
LOCAL COMMERCIAL
C-1
This zone is intended to provide land for convenience shopping near adjacent residential areas.
211.1
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Convenience Store
1,000 m2
Food Catering Facility (a)
1,000 m2
Accessory Residential
N/A
Accessory Buildings and Structures
N/A
(a)
except drive-through uses
211.2 Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Dwelling Units
1 per lot
Food and Catering Facility Seating
20 seats
Convenience Store
200 m2
Height of Principal Building
7.5 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
5.0 metres
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division
500 of this Bylaw.
211.5 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
211.6 Maximum Lot Coverage in Total: 40%
211.7 Play and Recreation Area Requirements: no requirement
211.8 Other Requirements:
(a)
Maximum Floor Area Ratio: 0.50
211.3 Minimum Building Setbacks:
From front and exterior lot lines
From rear and interior lot lines
5.0 metres
211.4 Landscaping and Screening:
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213
DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL
C-3
This zone is intended to provide land for pedestrian oriented shops and offices that meet the various
product and servicing requirements of consumers.
213.1
Permitted Land Uses (a)
Retail Trade and Services
Office
Bank
Food Catering Facility
Recreation Facility
Cinema and/or movie theatre
Community Use
Shopping Centre
Studio
Public Assembly
Public Administration
Bus Depot
Taxi Operation
Mixed Commercial/Residential (b)
Hotel
Automobile Parking
Single Family Dwelling
Personal Services
(a) Excludes drive-through uses.
(b) Subject to the terms of Section 213.7 (b).
Accessory Residential Uses:
Secondary Suites (c)
Home Based Business (d)
(c) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw and are
limited to within single family dwellings.
(d) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
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Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 560 m2.
213.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Height of Principal Buildings
11.0 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
Single Family Dwelling
1 per lot
213.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Building
0 m
4.0 m
0 m
0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
15 m
1.6 m
7.5 m
0.6 m
213.4
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
213.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
213.6
Play and Recreation Area Requirements: no requirement
213.7
Other Requirements:
(a) Maximum Floor Area Ratio: 2.0
(b) A Mixed Commercial/Residential use shall:
(i)
limit the residential use exclusively to the storeys above the first storey of a
building, except as follows:
a.
at the property legally described as Lot A, District Lot 14, Nanoose District,
Plan VIP83731 [164 Alberni Highway] whereby up to fifty percent (50%) of
the first storey may be used for residential use.
b.
at the property legally described as Lot A, District Lot 4, Nanoose District,
Plan EPP119243 [187 Bagshaw Street] whereby up to sixty percent (60%) of
the first storey may be used for residential use.
(ii) not provide signage on that portion of the building occupied with dwelling units.
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214
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL
CS-1
This zone is intended to provide convenient shopping opportunities for those travelling in vehicles on the
Island Highway and Alberni Highway.
214.1
Permitted Land Uses (b)
Minimum Lot Size
Outdoor Sales
2,000 m2
Automobile Services
2,000 m2
Office (a)
500 m2
Food Catering Facility
2,000 m2
Recreation Facility
4,000 m2
Community Use
N/A
Personal Services
1,000 m2
Shopping Centre (c)
4,000 m2
Studio
500 m2
Bus Depot
2,000 m2
Taxi Operation
2,000 m2
Hotel/Motel
First Unit
Each additional Unit
2,000 m2
70 m2
Accessory Residential
N/A
Accessory Parking
N/A
Single Family Residential
560 m2
(a)
above the first storey only;
(b)
including drive-through uses;
(c)
office use permitted above the first storey only.
214.2
Site Specific Permitted Land Uses as follows:
In addition to the permitted land uses specified in Section 214.1 of this zone,
Automobile Parking is a permitted land use on a site specific basis only on the
property legally described as That Part of Lot 3, District Lot 4, Nanoose District, Plan
7435, Lying to the North of a Straight Boundary Joining the Points of Bisection of the
East and West Boundaries of Said Lot 3 (360 Pioneer Crescent).
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Schedule "A" of Bylaw No. 2000.57
Corporate Administrator
214.3
Site Specific Permitted Land Uses as follows:
a)
In addition to the permitted land uses specified in Section 214.1 of this zone, a
Martini and Wine Lounge is a permitted land use on a site specific basis only on
the property legally described as Lot B, District Lot 4, Nanoose District, Plan
23567 (491 Island Highway East) shown hatched on the sketch plan marked
Schedule "A" attached to and forming part of this bylaw.
i. Martini and Wine Lounge means a limited scale Liquor-Primary
establishment licensed to serve liquor pursuant to Liquor Control
and Licensing Act, and amendments thereto, and may include the
serving of snack foods, playing of background music but specifically
excludes the activities of dancing or burlesque.
TURNER ROAD
SHELLY ROAD
SHELLY ROAD
SHELLY ROAD
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214.4 Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Height of Principal Building
7.5 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
Dwelling Units per Parcel
1
214.5
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Building
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
15.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
0 m
except where the lot line abuts a residential zone, in which case the setback shall not be
less than 7.5 m.
214.6
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
214.7
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
214.8
Maximum Lot Coverage in Total: 50%
214.9
Play and Recreation Area Requirements: no requirement
214.10 Other Requirements:
(a) Maximum Floor Area Ratio: .60
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215
TOURIST COMMERCIAL
CS-2
This zone is intended to provide accommodation and other services to visitors to the community.
215.1
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Resort Condominiums
Each Duplex Unit
Each Cluster Housing Unit
Each Townhouse Unit Each
Apartment Unit
500 m2
400 m2
325 m2
200 m2
Hotel/Motel
First Unit
Each Additional Unit
2,000 m2
70 m2
Campground
10,000 m2
Convenience Store
500 m2
Food Catering Facility
2,000 m2
Miniature Golf
N/A
Public Assembly
4,000 m2
Recreation Facility
4,000 m2
Studio
500 m2
Tourist Information Booth
500 m2
Automobile Parking
500 m2
Accessory Residential
N/A
215.2 Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Camping Spaces per Hectare
70
Camping Spaces per Parcel
150
Dwelling Units Per Parcel
1
Height of Principal Building
11.0 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
(a) Height of Principal Building on the portion of the property legally described as
LOT 1 DISTRICT LOT 123 NANOOSE DISTRICT PLAN VIP67106 [PID: 024-141-658]
(1170 Resort Drive) that is to the west of Resort Drive and to the south of Resort
Way is not to exceed a maximum of 14 metres.
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215.3 Minimum Building Setbacks:
From front and exterior lot lines:
From rear and interior lot lines:
6.0 metres
3.0 metres
except where the lot line abuts a residential zone, in which case the setback shall not be
less than 6.0 metres.
215.4 Landscaping:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
215.5 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
215.6 Maximum Lot Coverage:
50%
215.7 Play and Recreation Area Requirement:
Areas for play and recreation shall be provided for all land uses where overnight
accommodation is provided as follows:
(a)
useable open space in the amount of 9 m2 per accommodation unit;
(b)
indoor recreation areas such as recreation rooms, clubhouses, pools, saunas, in the
amount of 2.5 m2 per unit;
(c)
areas for play and recreation and all recreational facilities shall be landscaped and
continuously maintained, and operated solely as play and recreational areas;
(d)
where more than 100 m2 of recreation space is required, two or more recreation
areas may be provided.
215.8 Other Requirements:
(a)
Maximum Floor Area Ratio: 0.60
(b)
Campground Regulations:
All requirements for campgrounds as outlined in the current Campground Bylaw
and amendments must be met.
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216
SERVICE COMMERCIAL
CS-3
This zone is intended to provide for an array of service commercial and light industrial uses in the Stanford
Avenue area.
216.1
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Service Industry
2,000 m2
Light Industry
2,000 m2
Food Catering Facility
2,000 m2
Bus Depot
4,000 m2
Taxi Operation
4,000 m2
Outdoor Sales
2,000 m2
Accessory Residential
N/A
Recreation Facility
2,000 m2
Accessory Retail Sales and Offices (a)
N/A
(a) Limited to 40% of the gross floor area of all uses combined in the same tenancy.
216.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Height of Principal Building
7.5 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
Dwellings per parcel
1
216.3
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Building
7.5 m
3.0 m
7.5 m
0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
15.0 m
3.0 m
7.5 m
0 m
216.4
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division
500 of this Bylaw.
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216.5
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
216.6
Maximum Lot Coverage: 50%
216.7
Play and Recreation Requirements:
No requirement
216.8
Other Requirements:
(a)
Maximum Floor Area Ratio: 0.60
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217
SERVICE STATION COMMERCIAL
CS-4
This zone is intended to provide land to meet the servicing needs of vehicular traffic.
217.1
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Service Station
1,400 m2
Service Station with Accessory Convenience Store
1,900 m2
Service Station with Accessory Car Wash
1,600 m2
217.2
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Accessory Convenience Store
1 per lot
Floor Area of Accessory Convenience Store
60 m2
Height of Principal Building
7.5 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
217.3 Minimum Building Setbacks:
From front and exterior lot lines:
From rear and interior lot lines:
7.5 metres
3.0 metres
except where the lot line abuts a residential zone, in which case the setback shall not
be less than 7.5 metres.
217.4 Landscaping:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division
500 of this Bylaw.
217.5 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
217.6 Maximum Lot Coverage in Total:
35%
217.7 Play and Recreation Area Requirements: no requirement
217.8 Other Requirements:
(a) Maximum Floor Area Ratio: .35
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219
CAMPGROUND AND CONSERVATION ZONE
E-1
This zone is intended to designate land in environmentally sensitive areas that require preservation and
protection of the natural qualities and heritage qualities of the land, while carefully regulating the creation
of campground facilities and additions, deletions and alterations to campground facilities.
219.1
Permitted Land Uses:
a)
campground, subject to Section 614 of this Bylaw;
b)
caretaker residence;
c)
nature park;
d)
accessory convenience store;
e)
accessory recreational;
f)
accessory storage of recreational vehicles.
219.2
Permitted Density:
a)
No buildings other than one caretaker residence, one accessory store building,
one accessory campground office building, one accessory recreational building,
accessory washrooms, and two storage and maintenance buildings are permitted
on a lot.
b)
Not more than 12 concrete, asphalt or other impervious pads for the siting,
location or support of recreational vehicles and tents shall be developed per
hectare of land in a lot.
c)
Not more than:
(i)
one campground; and
(ii)
two swimming pools
may be located on a lot, provided that a second swimming pool shall not be
constructed until more than 200 campsites are located on the lot.
d)
No recreational vehicle in the E-1 Zone shall have a floor area in excess of 45 m2.
219.3
Size, Shape and Siting of Lots, Buildings and Structures:
a)
Lot Size
The minimum permitted lot area is 20 hectares.
b)
Maximum Building and Storage Area Sizes
(i)
A caretaker residence shall have a maximum gross floor area of 200 m2;
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(ii)
an accessory store building shall have a maximum gross floor area of 50
m2;
(iii)
an accessory building for a campground office shall have a maximum gross
floor area of 275 m2;
(iv)
an accessory recreation building shall have a maximum gross floor area of
326 m2;
(v)
any other accessory building shall have a maximum gross floor area of 75
m2;
(vi)
the area for accessory storage of recreational vehicles shall not exceed 5%
of the total area of the parcel.
c)
Height
No building or structure shall exceed a height of 11.0 metres.
d)
Structure Area
(i) A structure or system of structures to support a parked recreational vehicle,
including concrete, asphalt and other impervious pads, shall not exceed an
area of 22.5 m2;
(ii) one accessory unenclosed deck or patio may be constructed adjacent to each
recreational vehicle, provided that such structures shall not exceed a
maximum area of 32.5 m2 and no canopy over such a structure shall exceed
the height of the adjacent recreational vehicle.
e)
Swimming Pool Setbacks
The first swimming pool constructed on a lot shall be sited not less than 30 metres
from the high water mark of the ocean and the second pool constructed on a lot
shall be sited not less than 400 metres from the high water mark of the ocean. No
swimming pool shall be sited less than five metres from any lot line.
f)
Accessory Storage Area
The perimeter of an accessory storage area for recreational vehicles shall be
screened by a solid fence or landscaping hedge.
219.4
Open Site Area Requirements:
Not less than 50% of the area of each lot shall be open site area. Areas occupied by
buildings, structures, pavement, concrete and other impervious surfacing are not included
in open site areas.
219.5
Landscaping Provisions:
Landscaping shall be limited to the use of local native vegetation described in Schedule "A"
attached to and forming part of this section.
219.6
Design Requirements:
Open air recreation area shall be provided in the amount of 9 m2 per camping space.
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219.7
Signs:
Signs are permitted subject to the current Sign Bylaw.
219.8
Off-Street Parking Requirements:
a)
For Campgrounds
Off-street parking shall be provided according to the current Campground Bylaw.
b)
For All Other Uses
Two spaces shall be provided for a caretaker residence. One space shall be
provided per 50 m2 gross floor area of any other building.
c)
Surface Requirements
Notwithstanding Section 405 of this bylaw, parking spaces in the E-1 Zone need
not be constructed with a permanent surface.
219.9
Off-Street Loading Requirements:
Off-street loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this bylaw.
219.10 Campground Regulations:
All requirements for campgrounds as outlined in the current Campground Bylaw must be
met, provided that this bylaw prevails in the event of any inconsistency between this
bylaw and the Campground Bylaw.
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SCHEDULE "A" OF SECTION 219 LIST
OF NATIVE VEGETATION
1
Offshore Eelgrass Beds
(submerged marine aquatic vegetation)
eelgrass
Zostera marina
2
Mud Flats and Brackish Aquatic Vegetation
worm alga
Eteromorpha intestinalia
widgeon grass
Ruppia maritima
sea spurry
Spergularia marina
Lyngbye's sedge
Carex lyngbyei
water parsley
Oenanthe sarmentosa
pickleweed
Salicornia virginica
3
Gravel - Cobble - Seaweed Beach
(mostly unvegetated, occasional plants of:)
fucus
Fucus gardneri
sea lettuce
Ulva lactuca
sea rocket
Cakile edentula
orache
Atriplex patula
sea plantain
Plantago maritima
sea spurry
pickleweed
4
Stabilized Sand and Gravel Flats
limegrass
Elymus mollis
sea rocket
tarweed
Grindelia integrifolia
silver bur-sage
Ambrosia chamissonis
sea purslane
Honckenya peploides
beach carrot
Glehnia leiocarpa
thin bentgrass
Agrostis ciegoensis
yarrow
Achillea millefolium
bluegrass
Poa macrantha and Poa confinis
bull thistle
Cirsium vilgare
peafruit rose
Rosa pisocarpa
small hairgrass
Aira praecox
silver hairgrass
Aira caryophyllea
sheep fescue
Festuca ovina
field woodrush
Luzula campestris
ox-eye daisy
Chrysanthemum leucanthemum
storksbill
Erodium cicutarium
strawberry
Frageria virginiana
hairy cat's ear
Hypochaeris radicata
sheep sorrel
lotus
Lotus micranthus
ribwort plantain
mosses
Rhacomitrium canescens
Ceratodon purpureus
Polytrichum juniperinum
Discranum sp.
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lichens
Cladina spp.
Cladonia spp.
Stereocaulon sp.
5
Grass - Forb Meadows
(in parts, much disturbed by man)
grasses:
rough bentgrass
Agrostis exarata
sea barley
Hordeum brachyantherum
seashore saltgrass
Distichlis spicata
limegrass
quackgrass
Agropyron repens
colonial bentgrass
Agrostis tenuis
redtop
Agrostis alba
fowl bluegrass
Poa palustris
Kentucky bluegrass
Poa pratensis
timothy
Phleum pratense
red fescue
Festuca rubra
sheep fescue
velvetgrass
Holcus lanatus
orchardgrass
Dactylis glomerata
tufted hairgrass
Deschampsis cespitosa
reed canarygrass
Phalaris arundinacea
little hairgrass
alkaligrass
Puchinellia pumila
common rush
Juncus effusus
forbs:
tarweed
field chickweed
Cerastium arvense
red spurry
Spergularia rubra
tall peppergrass
Lepidium virginicum
lamb's quarters
Chenopodium album
red goosefoot
Chenopodium rubrum
aster
Aster eatonii
Queen Anne's lace
Daucus carota
strawberry
ox-eye
daisy
prickly sowthistle
Sonus asper
hairy vetch
Vicia hirsuta
common sowthistle
Sonchus oleraceus
nodding beggar-ticks
Bidens cernuus
wavy-leaved thistle
Cirsium undulatum
asparagus
Asparagus officinalis
nipplewort
Lapsana communis
ribwort plantain
groundsel
Senecia vulgaris
knotweed
Polygonum sp.
yarrow
red clover
Trifoluim pratense
dandelion
pearly everlasting
Anaphalis margaritacea
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Curly dock
Rumex crispus
bracken
Pteridium aquilinum
hairy cat's ear
Hypochaeris radicata
smooth cat's ear
Hypochaeris glabra
burdock
Arctium minus
field morning glory
Convolvulus arvensis
tower mustard
Arabis glabra
marsh yellowgrass
Rorippa islandica
goldenrod
Solidago canadensis
hemlock parsley
Conioselinum pacificum
English daisy
Bellis perennis
marsh forget-me-not
Myosotis scorpioides
shrubs (occasional):
Nootka rose
Rosa mutkana
peafruit rose
snowberry
Symphoricarpos albus
mountain ash
Sorbus aucuparia
6
Estuarine Marsh
Lyngbye's sedge
Carex lungbyei
rough bentgrass
tufted hairgrass
sea barley
alkaligrass
seashore
saltgrass sea
arrowgrass
saltwort
Glaux maritima
silverweed cinquefoil
Potentilla pacifica
sea plantain
baltic rush
Juncus balticus
pointed rush
Juncus oxymeris
mud rush
Juncus gerardii
pickleweed
Salicornia virginica
brass buttons
Cotula coronopilfolia
large-fruited plantain
Plantago
macrocarpa fowl bluegrass
sea spurry
marsh spurry
Spergularia canadensis
fowl mannagrass
Glyceria striata
water parsley
Oenanthe sarmentosa
annual bulrush
Scirpus cernuus
sea bulrush
Scirpus maritimus
brooklime
Veronica Americana
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7
Rose Shrub Thickets
Nootka
rose
peafruit
rose
snowberry
western
crabapple
Scouler's willow
Salix scouleriana
hardhack
Spirea douglasii
salmonberry
Rubus spectabilis
thimbleberry
Rubus parviflorus
black twinberry
Lonicera involucrata
coast black gooseberry
Ribes divaricatum
hawthorn
Crataegus douglasii
ocean spray
Holodiscus discolor
The herb layer (includes various of the previously named species from 4, but most
typically):
limegrass
giant vetch
yarrow
Queen Anne's lace
Vicia gigantea
8
Mixed Evergreen - Deciduous Forest
trees:
Douglas-fir
grand fir
bigleaf maple
red alder
western redcedar
black cottonwood
flowering dogwood
bitter cherry
western white pine (rare)
western hemlock (rare) cascara
(tall shrub/small tree)
western crabapple (tall shrub/small tree)
hawthorn (tall shrub/small tree)
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Abies grandis
Acer macrophyllum
Alnus rubra
Thuja plicata Populus
tricocarpa Cornus
nuttallii Prunus
emarginata Pinus
monticola Tsuga
heterophylla
Rhamnus purshiana
Pyrus fusca
shrubs:
thimbleberry
salmonberry
trailing bramble
Rubus ursinus
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Himalayan blackberry
black raspberry
Rubus leucodermis
snowberry
creeping snowberry
Symphoricarpos mollis
western crabapple
cascara Scouler's
willow Nootka
rose
orange honeysuckle
Lonicera ciliosa
red elderberry
red osier dogwood
Cornus stolonifera
ocean spray
coast black gooseberry
Oregon grape
Berberis nervosa
red huckleberry (occasional on stumps and other decaying wood)
herb layer:
swordfern (dominant)
Polystichum munitum
wild rye
Elymus glaucus
reed canarygrass orchardgrass
creeping buttercup
Ranunculus repens
stinging nettle
Urtica dioica
bracken
bluegrass
Poa palustris and Poa pratensis
nodding false-oat
Trisetum cernuum
slough sedge
Carex obnupta
nipplewort
wild lettuce
Lactuca biennis and Lactuca muralis
selfheal
Prunella mulgaris
bedstraw
Galium triflorum
hedge nettle
Stachys cooleyae
shield fern
Dryopteris austriaca
foam flower
Tiarella trifoliata
youth-on-age
Tolmiea trifoliata
colt's foot
Petasites palmatus
vanilla leaf
Achlys triphylla
giant horsetail
Equisetum telmatiea
common scouring rush
Equisetum hyemale
water parsley
trillium
Trillium ovatum
moss layer (poorly developed, often
Mnium insigne
on decaying wood):
Euthynchium oreganum
Eurhynchium stokesii
Rhytidiadelphus triquetrus
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Dicranum fuscenscens Hylocomium
splendens Climacium dendroides
Cladonia spp.
epiphytes:
licorice fern
Polypodium glycyrrhiza
tree cumulus clouds
Lobaria oregana
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221
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-1
221.1
Statement of Intent:
Provides for innovative higher density residential development that takes advantage of
the unique nature of the site.
221.2
Permitted Uses:
a)
multiple family residential use;
b)
accessory recreation building use;
c)
Home Based Business;
d)
accessory off-street parking.
221.3
Specific Use Regulations:
221.4
Maximum Density:
a)
The maximum density on a parcel shall not exceed 20 dwelling units per hectare
(8 dwelling units per acre).
b)
One building shall be permitted for accessory recreation purposes.
221.5
Size, Shape and Siting of Building and Structures:
a)
Parcel Size and Shape
The minimum parcel size shall be 2.8 hectares (7 acres).
b)
Maximum Floor Area
(i)
the maximum floor area for 8 dwelling units shall not exceed 145 sq.m.
(1560.8 sq. ft.) per unit;
(ii)
the maximum floor area for 10 dwelling units shall not exceed 140 sq. m.
(1500 sq. ft.) per unit;
(iii)
the maximum floor area for 10 dwelling units shall not exceed 75 m2
(807.3 sq. ft.) per unit;
(iv)
the maximum floor area for 28 dwelling units shall not exceed 115 m2
(1237.9 sq. ft.) per unit;
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c)
Lot Coverages
Buildings and structures shall not exceed a lot coverage of 25%.
d)
Height
(i)
a maximum of 2 principal building containing not more than 8 dwelling units
shall not exceed a height of 10 metres (32.8 ft.)
(ii)
a maximum of 1 principal building containing not more than 4 dwelling units
shall not exceed a height of 10 metres (32.8 ft.)
(iii)
a maximum of 3 principal buildings containing not more than 10 dwelling units
shall not exceed a height of 7.5 m (24.61 ft.)
(iv)
all other principal buildings shall not exceed a height of 5 metres (16.4 ft.)
e)
Setbacks
(i)
principal buildings shall be a minimum of:
(aa) 4.8 m (16 ft.) from the north lot line;
(bb) 8.2 m (27 ft.) from the east lot line;
(cc)
6.1 m (20 ft.) from the south lot line;
(ii)
principal buildings shall be located west of the west boundary of Plan RW
3115.
f)
Accessory Building and Structures
Buildings and structures accessory to the principal use shall be subject to the following:
(i)
buildings for off-street parking use shall:
(aa)
be a maximum of 5 buildings not exceeding 115 m2 each in area;
(bb)
be a minimum of 3 m (9.88 ft.) from a north lot line;
(cc)
be a minimum 8.2 m (27 ft.) from all other lot lines;
(dd)
be a maximum of 5 m (16.4 ft.) in height.
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(ii)
buildings for service use shall:
(aa)
be a maximum of 1 building not exceeding 45 m2 (484.4 sq. ft.) in size;
(bb)
be a minimum of 18 m (59 ft.) from all lot lines;
(cc)
be a maximum of 4 m (13.13 ft.) in height;
(iii)
building for accessory recreation use shall:
(aa)
not exceed 215 m2 (2314.3 sq. ft.) in floor area;
(bb)
be a minimum of 7.5 m (24.61 ft.) from a south lot line;
(cc)
be a minimum of 75 m (246 ft.) from a north lot line;
(dd)
be a maximum of 5 m (16.4 ft.) in height from the original top of
the bank.
(iv)
3 additional structures for the purpose of housing utilities may be
permitted and shall be subject to the setback and height restrictions set
out in subsections (i), (bb), (cc) and (dd).
221.6
Open Site Area Requirements:
a)
the minimum open site area requirement is 50% of the total site.
221.7
Landscaping Provisions:
a)
A solid wood good neighbour fence shall not exceed a height of 2.0 metres (6.562
feet) adjacent to the north, west and south lines and shall be combined with
landscaping.
b)
All accessory off-street parking shall be bounded by a landscape screen of not less
than 1.5 metres (4.922 feet) in width and 1 metre (3.28 feet) in height and shall be
maintained at all times.
221.8
Signs:
Signs shall comply with the current City of Parksville Sign Bylaw.
221.9
Refuse Removal Provisions:
a)
a minimum of 2 garbage container spaces a minimum of 3 metres (9.844 feet) in
width, 4 metres (13.13 feet) in length and enclosed on 3 sides by a solid
wood fence of not less than 2 metres (6.562 feet) in height shall be provided and
sanitary disposal trucks.
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221.10 Off Street Parking Requirements:
a)
The number of parking spaces required shall be the same as a multiple residential use
pursuant to Division 400 of this Bylaw;
b)
Internal aisle ways shall be not less than 6 m (19.8 ft.) in width;
c)
All other requirements set out in Division 400 of this Bylaw shall apply.
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222.1 Statement of Intent:
Provides for the accommodation of a variety of complimentary tourist commercial facilities on a
single parcel of land.
222.2 Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted:
a)
miniature golf course;
b)
recreational building;
c)
recreational vehicle park and campground;
d)
restaurant and cafe excluding drive-in restaurant;
e)
hotel and motel;
f)
commercial entertainment including catering establishments, meeting rooms, night
clubs, cabarets, pubs and other related hotel facilities contained within a principal
building;
g)
accessory off-street parking;
h)
accessory off-street loading;
i)
accessory single family residential;
j)
accessory buildings;
k)
fairground, excluding the use of internal combustion engines or compression engines.
222.3 Specific Use Regulations:
a)
More than one (1) principal use shall be permitted on a parcel of land;
b)
In a recreational building referred to in Section 222.2 (b) a games room of a size
no greater than 70 square metres (750 square feet) shall be permitted, such a
games room to accommodate but not necessarily be limited to video machines,
pool tables and card tables;
c)
Accessory single family residential use shall be:
(i)
contained within the principal building to which it is accessory;
(ii) limited to the proprietor or caretaker of the principal use and their immediate
family;
(iii) provided with a separate outside entrance to the residential accommodation
from the entrance used for the principal use.
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222.4 Maximum Density:
Not more than thirty five (35) sites shall be developed in a recreational vehicle park and
campground.
222.5 Size, Shape and Siting of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Parcel Size
The minimum parcel size shall be 1.9 ha (4.7 acres);
b)
Maximum Floor Area
(i)
the maximum floor area for a recreational building use shall be 187 square
metres (2,016 square feet);
(ii) the maximum floor area for an accessory single family residential use shall be
187 square metres (2,016 square feet).
c)
Lot Coverage
All buildings and structures together shall not exceed a lot coverage of 75%.
d)
Height
All buildings and structures shall not exceed a height of 12.2 metres (40 feet).
e)
Setbacks
All building and structures shall be located not less than:
(i)
6 metres (19.69 feet) from a front, rear or exterior side lot line;
(ii) 4 metres (13.13 feet) from an interior side lot line;
(iii) 15 metres (49.2 feet) from a lot line that is adjacent to Parksville Bay.
222.6 Open Site Area Requirements:
Not less than 10% of the area of a total parcel of land shall be used as open site area.
222.7 Landscaping Provisions:
a)
Accessory off-street parking areas shall be bounded on all sides adjacent to a street or
a lot line by a landscape screen of not less than 1 metre (3.281 feet) in width and 1
metre (3.281 feet) in height, except for points of access and egress;
b)
Any outdoor storage areas shall be enclosed by a landscape screen of not less than 2
metres (6.562 feet) in height;
c)
Those portions of a lot not covered by buildings, structures, parking areas, aisles,
driveways or sidewalks, shall be fully landscaped and the landscaping maintained at
all times.
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222.8 Signs:
Signs shall comply with the current City of Parksville Sign Bylaw.
222.9 Off-Street Parking Requirements:
Off-street parking shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
222.10 Off-Street Loading Requirements:
a)
Off-street loading requirements shall comply with Division 400 of this Bylaw;
b)
Each loading space shall be separate from any required parking spaces and shall not
interfere with or block any access to the site or to parking spaces.
222.11 Refuse Removal Provisions:
Not less than on (1) garbage container space that is a minimum of 3 metres (9.844 feet) in
length and 1.5 sides by a landscape screen of not less than 2 metres (6.562 feet) in height
shall be provided for each lot used by a permitted use.
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223.1
Statement of Intent:
Provides for innovative higher density residential development.
223.2
Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted:
a)
townhouse;
b)
accessory recreational building;
c)
Home Based Business;
d)
accessory off-street parking;
223.3
Specific Use Regulations:
223.4
Maximum Density:
a)
The maximum number of dwelling unit shall not exceed 36.
b)
One (1) building shall be permitted for accessory recreational purposes.
223.5
Size, Shape and Siting of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Parcel Size
The minimum parcel size shall be 1.6 ha (4 acres).
b)
Maximum Floor Area
(i)
the maximum floor area for four (4) dwelling units shall not exceed 135 m2
(1,453.2 sq. ft.) per unit;
(ii)
the maximum floor area for nine (9) dwelling units shall not exceed 133.5 m2
(1,437 sq. ft.) per unit;
(iii)
the maximum floor area for thirteen (13) dwelling units shall not exceed
151.3 m2 (1,628 sq. ft.) per unit;
(iv)
the maximum floor area for six (6) dwelling units shall not exceed 100 m2
(1,076.4 sq. ft.) per unit;
(v)
the maximum floor area for five (5) dwelling units shall not exceed 103 m2
(1,108.7 sq. ft.) per unit.
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c)
Lot Coverage
Buildings and structures shall not exceed a lot coverage of thirty per cent (30%).
d)
Height
A maximum of thirty six (36) dwelling units contained within eight (8) principal
buildings shall not exceed a height of 6.0 metres (19.7 ft.).
e)
Setbacks
Principal buildings shall be a minimum of:
(i)
11.5 metres (38 ft.) from a Provincial Highway;
(ii)
4.8 metres (16 ft.) from Brice Avenue;
(iii)
6.09 metres (20 ft.) from all other lot lines.
f)
Accessory Buildings and Structures
(i)
a maximum of one (1) building for an accessory recreation use shall:
(aa)
not exceed 20 m2 (215.3 sq. ft.) in floor area;
(bb)
be a minimum of 20 metres (65.6 ft.) from a Provincial Highway;
(cc)
be a minimum of 6.1 metres (20.0 ft.) from all other lot lines;
(dd)
be a maximum of 4.3 metres (14.1 ft.) in height.
(ii)
three (3) additional structures for the purpose of housing utilities may be
permitted and be a minimum of 6 metres (19.7 ft.) from any street and 2.5
metres (8.2 ft.) from any lot line.
223.6
Open Site Area Requirements:
a)
The minimum open site area requirement is 35% of the total site.
b)
Each dwelling unit shall be provided with private outdoor space a minimum of
18.6 m2 (200.2 sq. ft.) in area.
223.7 Landscaping Provisions:
All open space areas shall be landscaped.
223.8 Signs:
A maximum of two (2) identification signs, not to exceed 1 m2 (10.76 sq. ft.) in size each,
shall be permitted.
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223.9 Refuse Removal Provisions:
Refuse provisions shall be provided for each dwelling unit.
223.10 Off-Street Parking requirements:
a)
The number of parking spaces required shall be the same as a multiple residential use
pursuant to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
b)
Internal aisle ways shall be not less than 6.1 metres (20 ft.) and not more than 7.9
metres (26 ft.).
c)
All other requirements set out in Division 400 of this Bylaw shall apply.
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224.1 Statement of Intent:
Provides for innovative higher density residential development.
224.2 Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted:
a)
townhouse;
b)
accessory recreational building;
c)
Home Based Business;
d)
accessory off-street parking.
224.3 Specific Use Regulation:
224.4 Maximum Density:
a)
The maximum number of dwelling units shall not exceed forty (40).
b)
One (1) building shall be permitted for accessory recreational purposes.
224.5 Siting, Shape and Size of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Siting of Buildings
All buildings and structures shall be sited in conformity with the "Site Plan" attached as Schedule
"B".
b)
Maximum Floor Area
(i)
the maximum floor area for thirty two (32) dwelling units shall not
exceed 120 m2 (1,291.7 sq. ft.) per unit.
(ii)
the maximum floor area for eight (8) dwelling units shall not exceed
160 m2 (1,722.3 sq. ft.) per unit.
(iii)
the maximum floor area for the assembly building shall not exceed 120
m2 (1,291.7 sq. ft.).
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c)
Shape of Buildings
The design of all buildings and structures shall conform to the elevations as
shown on the attached Schedule "C".
d)
Lot Coverage
Buildings and structures shall not exceed a lot coverage of thirty percent (30%).
224.6
Open Site Area Requirements:
a)
The minimum open site area requirement is 35% of the total site.
b)
Each dwelling unit shall be provided with private outdoor space a minimum of
18.6 m2 (200.2 sq. ft.) in area.
224.7 Landscaping Provisions:
All open space areas shall be landscaped.
224.8 Signs:
One (1) identification sign not to exceed 4 m2 (43.04 sq. ft.) in size shall be permitted.
224.9 Refuse Removal Provisions:
Refuse provisions shall be provided for each dwelling unit.
224.10 Off-Street Parking Requirements:
a)
The number of parking spaces required shall be the same as a multiple residential
use pursuant to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
b)
Internal aisle ways shall be not less than 6.1 metres (20 ft.) and not more than 7.9
metres (26 ft.).
c)
All other requirements set out in Division 400 of this Bylaw shall apply.
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225.1 Statement of Intent:
Provides for innovative higher density residential development.
225.2 Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted:
a)
apartment use;
b)
Home Based Business;
c)
accessory off-street parking;
225.3 Specific Use Regulations:
225.4 Maximum Density:
The maximum number of dwelling units shall not exceed twenty six (26).
225.5 Siting, Shape and Size of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Siting of Buildings
All buildings and structures shall be sited in conformity with the "Site Plan" attached as
Schedule "B".
b)
Maximum Floor Area
The maximum floor area for individual dwelling units shall be in conformity with
the "Suite Types A, B, C, D" attached as Schedules "C-1" and "C-2".
c)
Shape of Buildings
(i)
the design of all buildings and structures shall conform to the elevations
as shown on the attached Schedules "D-1" and "D-2";
(ii)
the maximum height of the principal building shall not exceed 11 metres
measured from the centre line of Hirst Avenue at the centre point of the
adjacent parcel to the peak of the roof of the principal building.
d)
Lot Coverage
Buildings and structures shall not exceed a lot coverage of thirty per cent (30%).
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225.6
Open Site Area Requirements:
The minimum open site area requirement is twenty five percent (25%) of the total site.
225.7
Landscaping Provisions:
a)
A solid wood good neighbour fence shall be a maximum of 2.0 metres (6.6 ft.) in
height adjacent to the north lot line and shall be combined with landscaping;
b)
Wood fencing shall be a maximum of 1.2 metres (4 ft.) adjacent to the west and
east lot lines and shall be combined with landscaping;
c)
All accessory off-street parking areas shall be bounded by a landscape screen of not
less than 1.4 metres (4.6 ft.) in width and 1 metre (3.3 ft.) in height and shall be
maintained at all times.
225.8
Signs:
One (1) identification sign not to exceed 1 m2 (10.76 sq. ft.) in size shall be permitted.
225.9
Refuse Removal Provisions:
a)
Refuse removal provisions shall be provided in conformity with the "Site Plan"
attached as Schedule "B" and including the provision of screen fencing;
b)
A minimum of one (1) garbage container space a minimum of 3 metres (9.84 ft.) in
width, 4 metres (13.13 ft.) in length and encloses on three (3) sides by a solid wood
fence screening of not less than 1.7 metres (5.5 ft.) in height shall be provided and
shall provide direct access at all times for removal by sanitary disposal trucks.
225.10 Off-Street Parking Requirements:
a)
The minimum number of parking spaces shall be thirty nine (39) of which two (2)
spaces shall be designed for handicapped use only;
b)
All other requirements set out in Division 400 of this Bylaw shall apply.
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CD-6
226.1
Statement of Intent:
Provides for the operation of a group day care facility within an existing single family dwelling.
226.2
Permitted Uses:
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Accessory Uses:
Accessory Child Care Program (a) (b)
Secondary Suites (c)
Home Based Business (d)
Accessory Off-street Parking
Accessory Buildings and Structures
(a) Operated as a group day care facility as defined under the Community Care and
Assisted Living Act for children between thirty (30) months to school entrance age.
(b) The maximum number of children enrolled in the accessory child care program shall
not exceed fourteen (14).
(c) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(d) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
226.3
Specific Use Regulations:
a)
the keeping of animals is prohibited on a lot of less than one (1) hectare (2 acres)
except for household pets;
b)
the storage of one (1) recreational vehicle shall be permitted and may be used for
accommodation of guests or visitors for a maximum of one (1) month at any one
time provided such accommodation is not for rent;
c)
the accessory group day care facility shall be contained within the principal single
family dwelling.
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226.4
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number
and Size
Dwelling Units
4 per lot
- Principal Dwelling Units
2 per lot
- Secondary Suites
2 per lot
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
90 m2
226.5
Minimum Building Setbacks:
(refer to section 202.3)
226.6
Maximum Building Heights:
Height of Principal Buildings
8.6 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
226.7 Landscaping and Screening:
(refer to Division 500)
226.8 Density:
a) Maximum Lot Coverage:
33%
b) Maximum Floor Ratio:
0.60
226.9 Signs:
(refer to Section 301.5)
226.10 Off-Street Parking Requirements:
(refer to Division 400)
226.11 Off-Street Loading Requirements:
(refer to Division 400)
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CD-7
227.1
Statement of Intent:
Provides for an innovative apartment residential/commercial development.
227.2
Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted:
a)
apartment use;
b)
retail stores;
c)
personal service establishment uses including barber shops, beauty parlours,
tailor or dressmaker shops, photographic studios and shoe repair;
d)
offices including financial institutions;
e)
Home Based Business;
f)
accessory off-street parking;
g)
food catering facility.
227.3
Specific Use Regulations:
a)
apartment use shall not be permitted on the ground floor;
b)
retail stores and personal service establishment uses hall be restricted to the
ground floor.
227.4
Maximum Density:
a)
the maximum number of dwelling units shall not exceed thirty six (36);
b)
the maximum floor area for retail stores and personal service establishments
shall not exceed 968 m2 (10,417 sq. ft.).
227.5
Siting, Shape and Size of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Siting of Buildings
All buildings and structures shall be sited in conformity with the Site Plan
attached as Schedule "B".
b)
Maximum Floor Area
The maximum floor area of individual dwelling units shall conform to the floor
plans attached as Schedule "C" (C-1 and C-2).
(i)
the maximum floor area for thirty six (36) dwelling units shall not exceed
5,076 m2 (54,635 sq. ft.);
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(ii)
the maximum floor area for retail stores and personal service
establishment uses shall not exceed 968 m2 (10,417 sq. ft.).
c)
Shape of Buildings
The design of all buildings and structures shall conform to the elevations as
shown on the attached Schedule "D".
d)
Lot Coverage
Buildings and structures shall not exceed a lot coverage of thirty nine percent
(39%).
e)
Height
The height of all buildings and structures shall conform to the elevations as shown
on the attached Schedule "D".
227.6
Open Site Area Requirements:
The minimum open site area requirement is twenty five percent (25%) of the total site.
227.7
Landscaping Provisions:
Landscaping shall conform to the landscaping plan as shown on the attached Schedule "E".
227.8
Signs:
Signs shall comply with the current City of Parksville Sign Bylaw.
227.9
Off-Street Loading Requirements:
Off-street loading space shall be provided in accordance with Division 400 of this Bylaw.
227.10 Refuse Removal Provisions:
Refuse provisions shall be provided for each dwelling unit and the retail store use/personal
service establishment uses.
227.11 Off-Street Parking Requirements:
A minimum of 111 parking spaces shall be provided as shown on the attached Schedule
"B". All other requirements set out in Division 400 of this Bylaw shall apply.
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CD-8
228.1
Statement of Intent:
Provides for an innovative semi-sheltered retirement residential care facility
development.
228.2
Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted:
a)
semi-sheltered retirement residential care facility;
b)
accessory off-street parking.
228.3
Specific Use Regulations:
228.4
Maximum Density:
The maximum number of dwelling units shall not exceed seventy two (72).
228.5
Siting, Shape and Size of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Parcel Size
The minimum parcel size shall be 2.026 ha (5.006 acres).
b)
Maximum Floor Area
The maximum floor area shall be as shown on the typical Floor Plan attached as
Schedule "C" and forming part of this Bylaw.
c)
Lot Coverage
Buildings and structures shall not exceed a lot coverage as shown on the typical Plan,
date stamped 1991 June 11, attached as Schedule "B-1" and forming part of this
Bylaw.
d)
Height
Maximum height shall be as shown on the Plan, date stamped 1991 June 11,
attached as Schedule "B-1" and forming part of this Bylaw.
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e)
Setbacks
Principal buildings shall be as shown on the Plan, date stamped 1991 June 11,
attached as Schedule "B-1" and forming part of this Bylaw.
228.6
Open Site Area Requirements:
Open site area shall be as shown on the Plan, date stamped 1991 June 11, attached
as Schedule "B-1" and forming part of this Bylaw.
228.7
Landscaping Provisions:
All open space areas shall be landscaped as shown on the Plan, date stamped 1991 June
11, attached as Schedule "B-1" and forming part of the Bylaw.
228.8
Design Requirements:
a)
All buildings and structures shall be constructed to the standards set out in
the National Building Code and the British Columbia Plumbing Code;
b)
The facade and exterior finishes of buildings and structures shall be as shown on
the Plan, date stamped 1991 June 11, attached as Schedule "B-2" and forming part
of this Bylaw.
228.9
Signs:
A maximum of two (2) identification signs not to exceed 1 m2 (10.76 sq. ft.) in size each shall
be permitted.
228.10 Off-Street Loading Requirements:
Off-street loading shall be as shown on the Plan, date stamped 1991 June 11, attached as
Schedule "B-1" and forming part of this Bylaw.
228.11 Refuse Removal Provisions:
The refuse collection area shall be as shown on the Plan, date stamped 1991 June 11,
attached as Schedule "B-1" and forming part of the Bylaw.
228.12 Off-Street Parking Requirements:
a)
A minimum of one hundred (100) off-street parking spaces shall be provided.
b)
All other requirements set out in Division 400 of this Bylaw shall apply.
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CD-9
229.1
Statement of Intent:
Provides for an innovative mixed town house and apartment residential development.
229.2
Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted;
a)
apartment use;
b)
townhouse;
c)
Home Based Business;
d)
accessory off-street parking.
229.3
Specific Use Regulations:
More than one principal use shall be permitted on a parcel of land.
229.4
Maximum Density:
a)
the maximum number of dwelling units shall not exceed fifty six (56);
b)
the maximum number of dwelling units within the apartment building shall not
exceed thirty five (35);
c)
the maximum number of dwelling units within the townhouses shall not exceed
twenty one (21).
229.5
Siting, Shape and Size of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Siting of Buildings
All buildings and structures shall be sited in conformity with the Site Plan
attached as Schedule "B".
b)
Maximum Floor Area
The maximum floor area of individual dwelling units shall conform to the floor
plans attached as Schedule "C".
c)
Shape of Building
The design of all buildings and structures shall conform to the elevations as
shown on the attached Schedules "C" and "D".
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d)
Lot Coverage
Buildings and structures shall not exceed a lot coverage of twenty four percent
(24%).
e)
Height
The height of all buildings and structures shall conform to the elevations as shown
on the attached Schedules "C" and "D".
229.6
Open Site Area Requirements:
a)
The minimum open site area requirement is fifty three percent (53%) of the total
site.
b)
Each townhouse dwelling unit shall be provided with private outdoor space.
229.7
Landscaping Provisions:
Landscaping shall conform to the landscaping plan as shown on the attached Schedule "E".
229.8
Signs:
Signs shall comply with the current City of Parksville Sign Bylaw.
229.9
Off-Street Loading Requirements:
229.10 Refuse Removal Provisions:
a)
Refuse removal facilities shall be provided for the apartment building and the
townhouses.
b)
All outdoor refuse removal facilities shall be enclosed on three sides by a
landscape screen of not less than two metres in height.
229.11 Off-Street Parking Requirements:
A minimum of eighty four (84) parking spaces shall be provided. All other requirements set
out in Division 400 of this Bylaw shall apply.
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CD-10
230.1
Statement of Intent:
Provides for an innovative seniors care facility, or mental health and/or addictions
treatment facility.
230.2
Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted;
a)
personal and intermediate care homes licensed pursuant to the Community Care
Facility Act;
b)
business and professional offices;
c)
accessory off-street parking.
230.3
Specific Use Regulations:
230.4
Maximum Density:
The maximum number of dwelling units shall not exceed twenty (20).
230.5
Siting, Shape and Size of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Parcel Size
The minimum parcel size shall be 0.118 ha (0.292 acres).
b)
Maximum Floor Area
The maximum floor area shall be as shown on the plans attached as Schedules "B"
and "C" and forming part of this Bylaw.
c)
Lot Coverage
Buildings and structures shall not exceed a lot coverage of 43%.
d)
Height
Maximum height shall be as shown on Schedule "D" attached to and forming part
of this Bylaw.
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e)
Setbacks
Principal buildings shall be as shown on the Site Plan attached as Schedule "B" and
forming part of this Bylaw.
230.6
Open Site Area Requirements:
Open site area shall be as shown on the Site Plan attached as Schedule "B' and forming
part of this Bylaw.
230.7
Landscaping Provisions:
All open space areas shall be landscaped in accordance with the landscape plan attached as
Schedule "E" and forming part of this Bylaw.
230.8
Design Requirements:
a)
All buildings and structures shall be constructed to the standards set out in the
National Building Code and the British Columbia Plumbing Code;
b) The facade and exterior finishes of buildings and structures shall be as shown on
Schedule "D" attached to and forming part of this Bylaw.
230.9
Signs:
Signs and notices are permitted subject to the current Sign Bylaw and amendments
thereto.
230.10 Off-Street Loading Requirements:
230.11 Refuse Removal Provisions:
The refuse collection area shall be as shown on the Site Plan attached as Schedule "B"
and forming part of this Bylaw.
230.12 Off-Street Parking Requirements:
Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the Site Plan attached as Schedule
"B" and forming part of this Bylaw.
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CD-11
231.1
Statement of Intent:
Provides for innovative comprehensive residential development with commercial and
recreational facilities.
231.2
Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted:
a)
residential single family;
b)
residential two family;
c)
apartments;
d)
townhouses;
e)
uses accessory to residential uses;
f)
Home Based Business;
g)
hotel;
h)
public recreational and open space;
i)
retail stores and personal services;
j)
equestrian uses;
k)
bed and breakfast accommodation;
l)
day care centre;
m)
delicatessen;
n)
restaurants.
231.3
Specific Use Regulations:
a)
A hotel shall include not more than 30 guest rooms and suites and no hotel
building shall be constructed or used if more than two apartment buildings have
been constructed in the CD-11 Zone.
b)
If a building in the CD-11 Zone is used as a hotel the maximum number of dwelling
units permitted in the zone shall be reduced by 30 and the maximum permitted
number of apartment buildings shall be reduced to two.
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231.4
Maximum Density:
a)
The maximum number of dwelling units in the entire CD-11 Zone shall not exceed
430.
b)
The maximum number of dwelling units in the entire CD-11 Zone in apartments
shall not exceed 78 in a maximum of three apartment buildings.
231.5
Siting, Shape and Size of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Maximum Floor Area
(i)
The maximum floor area for restaurant use shall not exceed 500 m2.
(ii) The maximum floor area for the maintenance buildings shall not exceed 465
m2.
(iii) The maximum permitted floor area used for retail and personal service uses in
the entire CD-11 Zone shall not exceed 700 m2.
b)
Height
(i)
The maximum height of buildings used for the apartment uses shall not
exceed 17 metres. Notwithstanding anything else contained in this bylaw the
height of buildings used for the apartment uses shall be measured from the
finished grade to the peak of roof.
(ii) The maximum height of buildings used for the townhouse uses shall be 7.5
metres.
(iii) The maximum height of buildings used for single family residential and two
family residential uses shall be 7.5 metres.
(iv) The maximum height for the restaurant and the maintenance buildings shall
be nine metres.
(v) The maximum height for all accessory buildings shall be four metres.
(vi) Height of buildings and structure height shall be measured from the finished
grade.
(vii) Architectural appurtenances incorporating no habitable floor area such as
chimneys, cupolas and turrets shall not be included in building height
measurements.
c)
Setbacks
(i)
All buildings and structures shall have a minimum setback of eight metres
from Northwest Bay Road.
(ii) All buildings and structures shall have a minimum setback of six metres from
Bay Road and all lot lines adjoining a parcel of land that is not located in the
CD-11 Zone.
(iii) All buildings and structures shall have a minimum setback of 15 metres from
the natural boundary of the Strait of Georgia and any water course.
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231.6
Open Site Area Requirements:
Each residential two family and townhouse dwelling units shall be provided with private
outdoor space a minimum of 18.6 m2 in area.
231.7
Landscaping Provisions:
All open space shall be landscaped.
231.8
Refuse Removal Provisions:
An enclosed refuse removal area shall be provided for each multiple family residential
building.
231.9
Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements:
a)
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this
Bylaw.
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CD-12
Statement of Intent:
This zone is intended to accommodate and regulate the development of a shopping centre, multiplex
area, multi-family residential and mixed-commercial/residential uses.
232.1
Definitions:
In this zone, single retail or service outlet means one retail sales outlet, financial institution,
restaurant, fast food outlet, or gasoline service station, with no outside storage of any
material other than garden centre materials and includes drive-through uses;
In this zone shopping mall means a group of sales and service outlets, including retail store,
personal service, amusement arcade, office, recreation facility, food catering facility, bank,
community use, and public assembly use, having a floor area not exceeding 30,000 square
metres, and may be contained in more than one building;
In this zone multiplex arena means a recreation facility which predominantly consists of ice
sheets, but which may include ancillary facilities including office, food catering facility,
community use, and public assembly use;
In this zone shopping centre and all other permitted uses not listed above are as defined in
Section 104 DEFINITIONS.
232.2
Permitted Uses:
The CD-12 zone is further divided into sub-zones. Permitted land uses shall only be
undertaken within the applicable sub-zone as listed in this section and shown on the map in
Section 232.11 of this zone.
1) Sub-zone CD-12A:
a) Shopping Mall;
b) Single Retail or Service Outlet;
c) Offices;
d) Off-Street Parking;
e) Multiplex Arena.
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2) Sub-zone CD-12B:
a) Multiple Family Residential;
b) Home Based Business;
c) Mixed Commercial/Residential Use;
d) Shopping Centre;
e) Single Retail or Service Outlet;
f) Offices;
g) Off-Street Parking.
232.3
Minimum Site Area and Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum site area and minimum lot size shall be no less than the following:
1) Shopping Mall:
70,000 square metres;
2) Single Retail or Service Outlet: 3,500 square metres;
3) Multiplex Arena:
12,000 square metres;
4) All other permitted uses:
5,000 square metres.
232.4 Specific Use Regulations:
a) Office space for use by doctors, dentists, lawyers, accountants, and similar
professional practices within the CD-12A sub-zone shall not exceed a combined
total of 1,115 square metres.
b) An X-Ray clinic or Regional Medical Diagnostic Facility shall not be permitted in
any of the sub-zones.
c) Outside storage of garden centre materials, other than plant materials, shall be
screened from view from highways and parking areas.
d) Within the CD-12 sub-zones, an amusement arcade shall only be permitted within
an enclosed shopping mall forming part of a shopping mall use.
232.5 Maximum Density:
1) Sub-zone CD-12A, excluding Multiplex Arena use:
Maximum Lot Coverage: 35%
2) Multiplex Arena:
Maximum Lot Coverage: 75%
3) Sub-zone CD-12B:
Maximum Lot Coverage:
45%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
1.8
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units:
125 per hectare
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232.6 Height of Buildings and Structures:
1) Sub-zone CD-12A:
Maximum Height:
11.0 m
2) Sub-zone CD-12B:
Maximum Height:
18.3 m
232.7 Minimum Setbacks:
Sub-zone
Island Highway 19A
Setback
All Other Roads
Setback
Interior Lot Line
Setback
CD-12A
8.0 m
4.5 m
4.0 m (a)
CD-12B
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
(a) Despite the above, the interior lot line setback between the parcels within the CD-12A
subzone is 0.0 metres;
232.8 Landscaping:
When any building or structure is erected, enlarged or increased in capacity, landscaping
shall be provided as follows:
a)
All land within that zone not occupied by buildings, structures, parking, open
storage, driveways and walkways shall be landscaped, provided that landscaping
shall not cover less than two (2) percent of developed site area.
b)
Existing landscaped perimeters and existing landscaping shall be excluded from the
calculation of requirements under clause (a).
c)
All required landscaping shall be in accordance with a landscaping plan prepared by
a registered British Columbia Landscape Architect and filed with the jurisdiction
having authority prior to commencement of construction of any building.
d)
Notwithstanding clause (c), landscaping depths for those portions of land fronting
on Highway #19A already developed shall not be reduced.
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232.9 Off-Street Parking Requirements:
1) Sub-zone CD-12A:
a)
Off-street parking shall be provided at a rate of 5.1 stalls per 100 square
metres of gross floor area.
(i) Despite the above, parking for the multiplex arena shall be provided at a
rate of one (1) stall per eighty (80) square metres of gross floor area.
b)
Required off-street parking shall be constructed and available for use at the
time of occupancy of a building or a structure.
c)
Magazine storage shall be provided in all parking areas.
d)
The minimum parking space and aisle dimensions shall be in accordance with
the following:
(i) PARKING SPACE AND AISLE DIMENSIONS:
Angle
Space Width A Space Length B
Space Depth
to Curb-0
Aisle Width D
Module E
Traffic
Direction
30%
2.7 m
5.2 m
5.2 m
3.5 m
14.0 m
1-way
45%
2.7 m
5.2 m
6.0 m
4.0 m
16.0 m
1-way
60%
2.7 m
5.2 m
6.4 m
5.5 m
18.2 m
1-way
90%
2.7 m
5.8 m
5.8 m
7.5 m
19.1 m
1 or 2-way
Parallel
2.5 m
7.0 m
2.5 m
4.0 m
9.0 m
1-way
Parking
2.5 m
7.0 m
2.5 m
7.5 m
12.5 m
2-way
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(ii) PARKING SPACE FOR HANDICAPPED
One space, a minimum of 4.0 metres in width by 6.0 metres in length, for
the first twenty off-street parking spaces or portion thereof, plus one
additional space the same dimensions for each additional fifty off-street
parking spaces or portion thereof.
2)
Sub-zone CD-12B:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided in accordance with Division 400 of
this Bylaw.
232.10
Off-Street Loading:
a) One off-street loading space shall be provided for every 4,000 square metres of
commercial gross floor area or portion thereof.
b) All off-street loading spaces shall be a minimum of nine (9) metres in length and
three (3) metres in width and have a vertical clearance of four (4) metres.
232.11
Sub-zones:
Land uses permitted in Section 232.2 of this zone shall only be undertaken within the
applicable sub-zone shown on the map below:
Sub-zone Map
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233
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-13
233.1
Statement of Intent:
This zone is intended to provide for a higher density townhouse development.
233.2
Permitted Uses:
The following uses and no others shall be permitted:
a)
Townhouse;
b)
Accessory off-street parking.
233.3
Maximum Density:
The maximum number of dwelling units shall not exceed twelve (12).
233.4
Siting, Shape and Size of Buildings and Structures:
a)
Parcel Size
The minimum parcel size shall be 0.30 ha (0.74 acres).
b)
Maximum Floor Area
The maximum floor area shall be as shown on the typical floor plans attached as
Schedules "D" and "E" and forming part of this bylaw.
c)
Lot Coverage
Buildings and structures shall not exceed a lot coverage as shown on the Site
Development Plan attached as Schedule "B" and forming part of this bylaw.
d)
Height
The maximum height of buildings and structures shall be as shown on the
elevations and sections attached as Schedules "D" and "E" and forming part of
this bylaw.
e)
Setbacks
Buildings and structures shall be sited as shown on the Site Development Plan
attached as Schedule "B" and forming part of this bylaw.
233.5
Open Site Area Requirements:
Open site area shall be provided as shown on the Site Development Plan attached as
Schedule "B" and forming part of this bylaw.
233.6
Landscaping Provisions:
All open space areas shall be landscaped as shown on the Landscape Plan attached as
Schedule "C" and forming part of this bylaw.
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233.7
Design Requirements:
a)
All buildings and structures shall be constructed to the standards set out in the British
Columbia Building Code.
b)
The facade and exterior finishes of buildings and structures shall be as shown on the
elevation plans attached as Schedules "D" and "E" and forming part of this bylaw.
233.8
Signs:
A maximum of two (2) identification signs not to exceed 1m2 (10.76 sq. ft.) in size each
shall be permitted.
233.9
Off-Street Parking Requirements:
Off-street parking shall be provided as indicated on the Site Development Plan attached as
Schedule "B" and forming part of this bylaw.
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234
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-14
234.1
Statement of Intent
Provides for innovative comprehensive residential development.
234.2
Permitted Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Multiple Family Residential
Child Care Program
Accessory Uses
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
234.3
Maximum Residential Density
a) The maximum number of parcels within the entire CD-14 Zone shall not exceed 171.
b)
The maximum number of dwelling units in the entire CD-14 Zone in apartments shall
not exceed 61 in a maximum of three buildings.
c)
Excluding apartment units, principal dwelling units shall not exceed 2 per lot.
d) Minimum Lot Size: 300 m2.
234.4
Siting, Shape and Size of Buildings and Structures
a)
Siting of Buildings
All buildings and structures shall be sited in conformity with the Site Plan attached as
Schedule "B" and forming part of this bylaw.
b)
Setbacks
(i) all buildings and structures shall have a minimum setback of 10 metres from
Highway No. 19 (Island Highway) and 5.0 metres from Stanhope Road;
(ii) all buildings and structures shall have a minimum setback of 6 metres from all lot
lines adjoining a parcel of land that is not located in CD-14 Zone.
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c)
Maximum Floor Area
The maximum floor area of individual dwelling units shall conform to the Floor Plans
attached as Schedules "C" and "D" and forming part of this bylaw.
d)
Shape of Buildings
The design of all buildings and structures shall conform to the Elevations as shown
on the attached Schedules "C" and "D" and forming part of this bylaw.
e)
Height
(i)
the maximum height of the apartment buildings shall not exceed 11 metres;
(ii) the maximum height of single family dwellings or duplex buildings shall not
exceed 8.6 metres.
(iii) the maximum height of accessory buildings shall not exceed 4 metres.
234.5
Open Site Area Requirements
Open site area shall be provided in conformity with the Site Plan attached as Schedule "B"
and forming part of this bylaw.
234.6
Landscaping Provisions
All open site areas shall be landscaped.
234.7
Refuse Removal Provisions
An enclosed refuse removal area shall be provided for each multiple family residential
building.
234.8
Off-Street Parking Requirements
Off-Street Parking shall be provided in accordance with Division 400 of this Bylaw.
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236
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-16B
This zone is intended to accommodate a mixed use, master-planned neighbourhood development on a
site adjacent to Corfield Street and Despard Avenue.
236.1
Permitted Land Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Apartment
Recreation Facility
Congregate Care Facility
Community Care Facility
Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 310 m2.
236.2
Maximum Residential Density
(a) Apartment or Congregate Care or Community Care Facility is only permitted on the
lot(s) situated north of Despard Avenue.
(b) The maximum number of principal dwelling units in the entire CD-16B zone shall not
exceed 212.
(c) The maximum number of principal dwelling units permitted within the entire CD-
16B zone for each residential use shall be as follows:
Permitted Use
Maximum Number of
Principal Dwelling Units
Single Family Dwelling Or Duplex
80
Apartment or Congregate Care or Community Care Facility
120
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236.3
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
Permitted Use
Maximum Floor Area
Ratio
Single Family Dwelling or Duplex
0.55
Apartment or Congregate Care or Community Care Facility
1.50
Recreation Facility
0.50
236.4
Maximum Building Height
Permitted Use
Maximum Building
Height
Single Family Dwelling or Duplex
8.6 m
Apartment or Congregate Care or Community Care Facility
14.0 m
Recreation Facility
7.5 m
Accessory Building
4.0 m
236.5
Maximum Lot Coverage
Permitted Use
Maximum Lot
Coverage
Single Family Dwelling or Duplex
50 %
Apartment or Congregate Care or Community Care Facility
45 %
Recreation Facility
40 %
236.6
Minimum Building Setbacks
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Single Family Dwelling or Duplex
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Apartment or Congregate Care or
Community Care Facility
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Recreation Facility
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.5 m
1.2 m
4.5 m
0.6 m
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236.7
Landscaping and Screening and Fencing
(1) All open space areas shall be landscaped in accordance with a landscape plan prepared
by a registered British Columbia Landscape Architect. Landscape design shall follow the
guidelines of the applicable Development Permit Area as designated in the Official
Community Plan.
(2) Fencing in front or exterior side yards shall not exceed 1.2 metres in height, except for
perimeter fencing of the site which may not exceed 2.0 metres in height.
236.8
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
236.9
Play and Recreation Area Requirements
Play and recreation area shall be provided as follows:
(a) Every apartment development shall provide a minimum of 10 square metres of
useable open space per dwelling unit.
(b) Every apartment development containing thirty (30) or more dwelling units shall
provide indoor recreation space in the amount of 2.3 m2 for each dwelling unit.
(c) Every congregate care development or Community Care Facility containing thirty
(30) or more dwelling units shall provide indoor recreation space in the amount of
1.0 m2 for each dwelling unit.
236.10 Refuse Removal Area Requirements
An enclosed refuse removal area, having minimum dimensions of 3.0 m by 4.0 m, shall be
provided for each apartment, recreation facility, Congregate Care, or Community Care
Facility building in the CD-16B zone.
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237
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-17
This zone is intended to provide land for housing high density multiple family residential development or
single family dwelling.
237.1
Permitted Land Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Multiple Family Residential
Accessory Uses
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Lot Size
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 560 m2.
237.2
Maximum Residential Density
Permitted Use
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units (DU)
Single Family Dwellings
4 dwelling units per lot
Duplex
4 dwelling units per lot
Multiple Family Residential
35 dwelling units total in this zone
237.3
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
Permitted Use
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
Single Family Residential
1.50
Duplex
1.50
Multiple Family Residential
1.50
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237.4
Maximum Building Height
Permitted Use
Maximum
Building Height
Single Family Dwellings
8.6 m
Duplex
8.6 m
Multiple Family Residential
12.0 m
Accessory Buildings & Structures Including Entry Gate Structure
5.0 m
237.5
Maximum Lot Coverage
Permitted Use
Maximum Lot
Coverage
Single Family Residential
33%
Duplex
33%
Multiple Family Residential
45%
Accessory Buildings & Structures Including Entry Gate Structure
75 m2
237.6
Minimum Building Setbacks
Front Lot
Line
Rear Lot
Line
Exterior
Lot Line
Interior
Lot Line
Single Family Dwellings
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Duplex
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Multiple Family Residential
6.0 m
15.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Accessory Building
4.5 m
1.2 m
4.5 m
0.6 m
Entry Gate Structure as shown on
Schedule "A"
0.0 m
20.0 m
20.0 m
20.0 m
237.7
Siting and Shape of Building and Structures
a)
All buildings and structures (excluding single family dwellings, duplex buildings and
accessory buildings) shall conform to, and be in substantial compliance with, the Site
Plan attached as Schedule "A" and forming part of this bylaw;
b)
All buildings and structures (excluding single family dwellings, duplex and accessory
buildings) shall conform to, and be in substantial compliance with, the Elevation Plans
attached as Schedule "B" and forming part of this bylaw.
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237.8
Landscaping and Screening and Fencing
All open space areas shall be landscaped in accordance with a landscape plan prepared
by a registered by a registered British Columbia Landscape Architect and shall follow the
guidelines of the applicable Development Permit Area to which the property is subject to
pursuant to the Official Community Plan.
237.9
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Permitted Use
Parking and Loading
Single Family Residential
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided
according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
Multiple Family Residential
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided
according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
237.10 Height of Fences:
The maximum height of Fences shall not exceed:
Front Yard
1.2 m within the front yard
Interior Lot Line
2.0 m within the interior lot line setback except where a fence is
within the front yard then the front yard fence height shall apply
Rear Lot Line and
Exterior Lot Line
2.0 m
237.11 Refuse Removal Area Requirements
All garbage and recycling containers shall be effectively screened from view.
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238
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-18
This zone is intended to provide for the operation of a preschool facility within an existing single family
dwelling.
238.1 Permitted Land Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Accessory Uses
Accessory Child Care Program (a) (b)
Secondary Suites (c)
Home Based Business (d)
(a) Operating as a preschool facility as defined under the Community Care and Assisted
Living Act and limited to a maximum of twelve children.
(b) The accessory child care program use shall be limited to a maximum of one non-
resident employee.
(c) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(d) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Lot Size
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 560 m2.
238.2 Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Dwelling Units
4 per lot (a)
- Principal Dwelling Units
2 per lot
- Secondary Suites
2 per lot
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
90 m2
Height of Principal Buildings
8.6 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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238.3 Minimum Building Setbacks:
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear
Lot Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings (a)
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.5 m
1.2 m
4.5 m
0.6 m
(a) The distance between single family dwellings must be a minimum of 3.0 m as measured
from the closest points of each structure.
238.4 Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division
500 of this Bylaw.
238.5 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
238.6 Maximum Lot Coverage:
33%
238.7 Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
no requirements
238.8 Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
0.60
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239
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-19A
This zone is intended to provide for an apartment type building that could be oriented towards urban
professionals, seniors, or persons in a supported living environment.
239.1
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Apartment
3000 m2
Assisted Living Facility
3000 m2
Community Care Facility
3000 m2
Congregate Care Facility
3000 m2
Accessory food catering and/or personal service
3000 m2
239.2
Maximum Residential Density
Permitted Use
Maximum Number of
Dwelling Units
Apartment
Assisted Living Facility
Community Care Facility
Congregate Care Facility
71 dwelling units total
in this zone
Food catering and/or personal service
Not to exceed 330 m2
239.3
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
Permitted Use
Maximum Floor
Area Ratio
Apartment
Assisted Living Facility
Community Care Facility
Congregate Care Facility
1.80
239.4
Maximum Building Height
Permitted Use
Maximum Building
Height
Apartment
16.0 m (a)
Assisted Living Facility or Community Care
Facility or Congregate Care Facility
16.0 m
Accessory Buildings & Structures
5.0 m
(a) For the purpose of Apartment, elevator shafts, mechanical equipment,
arbours or trellis structures shall be exempt from the Maximum Building
Height requirements, when approved through a Development Permit.
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239.5
Maximum Lot Coverage
Permitted Use
Maximum Lot Coverage
Apartment
60%
Assisted Living Facility or Community Care
Facility or Congregate Care Facility
50%
Accessory Buildings & Structures
Subject to maximum lot
coverage of the principal
permitted use
239.6
Minimum Building Setbacks
Permitted Use
Minimum Building Setback
Front
Lot Line
Rear Lot
Line
Exterior
Lot Line
Interior
Lot Line
Apartment
5.0 m (a)
1.5 m
0.0 m
6.0 m
Assisted Living Facility or
Community Care Facility or
Congregate Care Facility
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Accessory Buildings & Structures
Accessory to Single Family Residential Use
7.5 m
1.2 m
7.5 m
0.6 m
Accessory Building & Structures
Accessory to all other permitted uses
6.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
(a) Except that unenclosed decks and patios and associated roof overhangs shall have a
minimum setback of 2.5 metres.
239.7
Landscaping, Screening and Fencing
Landscaping, Screening and Fencing shall be in compliance with Division 500 of this bylaw
in accordance with the standards applicable to the High Density Residential RS-3 zone.
239.8
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Off-street parking and loading shall be in compliance with Division 400 of this bylaw,
except as follows:
Permitted Use
Parking and Loading
Assisted Living
Facility or
Community Care
Facility or
Congregate Care
Facility
29 underground parking spaces shall be provided of which 2
must be designated for handicapped persons and marked
accordingly.
2 loading spaces to be provided.
All parking and loading shall be provided in accordance with
the parking aisle, parking space and loading bay dimensional
requirements specified in Division 400 of this Bylaw.
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239.9
Refuse Removal Area Requirements
A designated refuse removal area, for the storage or garbage and recycling containers,
shall be provided for every building. The refuse removal area shall be completely
concealed within a building or be provided in accordance with Section 414 and Section
503 of this bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.93
Corporate
Officer
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239A
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-20
This zone is intended to provide land for housing medium density multiple family residential development
or single family dwelling.
239A.1 Permitted Land Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Multiple Family Residential
Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 560 m2.
239A.2 Building and Structures
Maximum Number
and Size
Dwelling Units
4 per lot or 30 per hectare
(a)(b), whichever is greater
Combined Floor Area of Accessory Buildings and Structures
150 m2
(a) Where 80% or more of the required off-street parking spaces are provided
underground or concealed within the building, the maximum number of multiple
family residential units may be increased by 10 units per hectare.
(b) Where 30% or more of the total number of units are affordable housing units, the
maximum number of multiple family residential units may be increased by 10 units
per hectare.
239A.3 Maximum Height
Principal Buildings
8.6 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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239A.4
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks
Front Lot
Line
Rear Lot
Line
Exterior
Lot Line
Interior
Lot Line
Southern
Interior
Lot Line
Single Family Dwelling or Duplex
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
1.6 m
Multiple Family Residential
4.5 m
2.0 m
4.5 m
10.0 m
4.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.5 m
1.2 m
3.0 m
1.2 m
1.2 m
Southern Interior Lot Line means the Interior Lot Line of Lot 3, District Lot 74, Nanoose
District, Plan 21355 that is adjacent to and in common with Lot 2, District Lot 74,
Nanoose District, Plan 21355.
239A.5
Siting of Buildings
(a) All buildings, excluding accessory buildings, single family dwellings and duplex
buildings, shall conform to, and be in substantial compliance with, the Site Plan
attached as Schedule "A" of the CD-20 zone.
239A.6
Maximum Lot Coverage
Single Family Dwelling
33%
Duplex Dwelling
33%
Multiple Family Residential
40%
239A.7
Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
Single Family Dwelling
0.60
Duplex Dwelling
0.70
Multiple Family Residential
0.70
239A.8
Off-Street Parking and Loading
All off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this
Bylaw, with the following exceptions applicable only to Multiple Family Residential use:
(a) Manoeuvring aisles shall have a minimum width of 5.4 metres and shall be a
minimum of 0.5 metres from an interior side lot line and shall be sited in general
accordance with Schedule "A" of the CD-20 zone.
(b) Driveways aprons shall have a minimum width of 4.5 metres and minimum length
of 5.5 metres and shall be sited in general accordance with Schedule "A" of the CD-
20 zone.
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(c) A minimum of two-thirds of the required parking shall be concealed within the
principal buildings or provided underground.
(d) Off-street surface parking shall be a minimum of 0.5 metres from an interior side lot
line and sited in general accordance with Schedule "A" of the CD-20 zone.
239A.9 Landscaping and Screening
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500
of this Bylaw in accordance with the standards applicable to the Medium Density
Residential RS-2 zoning designation, excluding refuse removal area which shall be
screened according to Section 239A.10 below. Screening and landscaping shall also be in
accordance with applicable Development Permit guidelines.
239A.10 Refuse Removal Area Requirements
All garbage and recycling containers shall be effectively screened from view.
239A.11 Fences
Fences shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this Bylaw in
accordance with the standards applicable to the Medium Density Residential RS-2 zoning
designation.
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Schedule "A" of the CD-20 zone
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Site-Plan
Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.56
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Administrator
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239B
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-21
This zone is intended to provide for a mix of multiple family townhouse and apartment residential
development and, in addition, housing for seniors in various stages of care.
239B.1
Permitted Land Uses:
Sub-zone
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
CD-21A
Apartments
4,000 m2
Assisted Living Facility
4,000 m2
Congregate Care Facility
4,000 m2
Accessory Buildings
N/A
CD-21B
Townhouses
2,000 m2
Home Based Business (AMENDMENT
BYLAW NO. 2000.78)
N/A
Accessory Buildings
N/A
CD-21C
Transportation
500 m2
Linear pathway
500 m2
Utilities
500 m2
Parking
500 m2
1)
These uses shall only be undertaken within the applicable sub-zone as shown
on the map in Section 239B.10 of this zone.
239B.2
Maximum Building Height:
Apartment
16.0 m
Assisted Living Facility
16.0 m
Congregate Care Facility
16.0 m
Townhouse
7.5 m
Accessory Buildings
5.0 m
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239B.3
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Rear Lot
Line
Exterior
Lot Line
Interior
Lot Line
Apartment
6.0 m
4.5 m
6.0 m
4.5 m
Assisted Living Facility
6.0 m
4.5 m
6.0 m
4.5 m
Congregate Care Facility
6.0 m
4.5 m
6.0 m
4.5 m
Townhouse
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
3.0 m
Accessory Buildings
6.0 m
3.0 m
6.0 m
1.6 m
1)
Despite the above, where subdivision has not occurred the sub-zone
boundaries as shown on the map in Section 239B.10 of this zone shall be
treated as lot lines.
239B.4
Density: Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
1)
The maximum Floor Area Ratio shall be as shown on the map in Section
239B.10 of this zone;
2)
Where subdivision has not occurred, for the purposes of determining floor
area ratio, a parcel is defined as that area of land contained within the sub-
zone boundaries as shown on the map in Section 239B.10 of this zone;
3)
For the purpose of calculating FAR, the "leave strip" area may be counted
towards the parcel area of the CD-21A sub-zone.
239B.5
Maximum Lot Coverage: 45 %
1)
Where subdivision has not occurred, for the purposes of determining lot
coverage, a lot is defined as that area of land contained within the sub-zone
boundaries as shown on the map in Section 239B.10 of this zone.
239B.6
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
All off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this
Bylaw, except as follows:
1) Where the principal use is townhouse, off-street parking is required to be
provided at 1.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit with a minimum of 50% of the
parking spaces either concealed within a building or provided underground;
2) Where the principal use is apartment, off-street parking is required to be
provided at 1.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit with a minimum of 70% of the
parking spaces either concealed within a building or provided underground;
3) Where subdivision has not occurred, for the purposes of determining off-street
parking and loading requirements, a lot is defined as that area of land contained
within the sub-zone boundaries as shown on the map in Section 239B.10 of this
zone;
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4) Where subdivision has not occurred, for the purposes of determining off-street
parking setback requirements, the sub-zone boundary as shown on the map in
Section 239B.10 of this zone shall be treated as the property line.
239B.7
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall:
1)
Be in compliance with Division 500 of this Bylaw in accordance with the
standards applicable to the High Density Residential RS-3 zoning designation;
2)
Include a "leave-strip" as shown on the map in Section 239B.10 of this zone,
except where authorized to be altered by way of a Development Permit;
3)
Be in accordance with applicable Development Permit guidelines.
For the purpose of this zone "leave-strip" means an area where mature trees are
to be retained for the purpose of separating uses and preserving the natural
environment. Within the "leave-strip" no tree shall be cut or removed except
where authorized by Council through a Development Permit or by City Staff where
the City has accepted the findings of a certified arborist that a tree is dead, poses
an imminent danger of falling, or is a high risk for failure. No building or structure,
excluding fences, shall be located within the "leave-strip".
239B.8
Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
A designated refuse removal area, for the storage of garbage and recycling
containers, shall be provided for every building. The refuse removal area must be
completely concealed within a building or be provided pursuant to Section 414
and Section 503 this Bylaw.
239B.9
Fences:
Fences shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this Bylaw
in accordance with the standards applicable to the High Density Residential RS-3
zoning designation.
239B.10
Sub-zones:
Land uses permitted in Section 239B.1 of this zone shall only be undertaken within
the applicable sub-zone shown on the map below:
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Sub-Zone Map
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.58
Corporate Administrator
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239D
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-23
This zone is intended to designate land for the purpose of accommodating a shopping centre with
bank and a mixed commercial/residential use building.
239D.1
Permitted Land Uses
Permitted land uses shall only be undertaken within the applicable sub-zone as
listed in this section and shown on the map in Section 239D.10 of this zone. 2, 3
Sub-zone
Permitted Land Uses
CD-23A
Shopping Centre
Food Catering Facility (a)
Bank
Personal Services
Office
Studio
Recreation Facility
Community Use
CD-23B
Mixed Commercial/Residential Use
(a) excluding drive-through.
239D.2
Minimum Lot Size
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 4000 m2.
239D.3
Buildings and Structures
Sub-zone
Building Type
Maximum
Height
CD-23A
Maximum Height of Principal Buildings
7.5 m
Maximum Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
CD-23B
Maximum Height of Mixed Commercial/Residential
Use Building
15 m
Maximum Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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239D.4
Density
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
0.80
Maximum Lot Coverage
45%
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units (a)
27
(a)
Dwelling Units only permitted within the CD-23B sub-zone.
239D.5
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks
Permitted Use
Minimum Building Setback
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings
3.5 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
3.5 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
0 m
239C.6
Siting of Buildings
All buildings, unless otherwise authorized by Development Permit, shall be sited in
substantial compliance with the Site Plan shown below:
Site Plan
239D.7
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided as follows:
One (1) parking space shall be provided per dwelling unit;
One (1) parking space shall be provided per 30 m2 of gross floor area
for all other permitted land uses; and,
shall otherwise be provided accordance with Division 400 of this Bylaw.
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239D.8
Screening and Landscaping
Screening and Landscaping shall comply with the requirements contained in
Division 500 of this Bylaw.
239D.9
Refuse Removal Area Requirements
A designated refuse removal area, for the storage of garbage and recycling
containers, shall be provided for every building. The refuse removal area must be
completely concealed within a building or be provided pursuant to Section 414
and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
239D.10
Sub-zones
Land uses permitted in Section 239D.1 of this zone shall only be undertaken within
the applicable sub-zone shown on the map below:
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.82
Deputy Corporate Officer
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239E
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-24
This zone is intended to provide for a mix of tourist commercial and high density residential use,
compatible with the uses permitted in the Mixed Use (Tourist Commercial) area.
239E.1
Permitted Land Uses:
Mixed Commercial/Residential Use (a)(b)
Tourist Commercial CS-2 Section 215.1
Home Based Business (c)
(a)
In this zone mixed commercial/residential use means a combination of
multiple family residential uses and Tourist Commercial CS-2 or personal
services or retail trade uses contained within the same building;
(b)
Mixed Commercial/Residential Use shall:
i.
contain a minimum commercial gross floor area of at least 200 m2;
ii.
contain a maximum total gross floor area of personal services or
retail trade uses not exceeding 300 m2;
(c)
Home based business use must be accessory to the use of a dwelling unit
and in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
239E.2
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 3500 m2.
239E.3
Density:
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
1.55
Maximum Lot Coverage
60%
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units
29
Minimum Number of Dwelling Units
15
239E.4
Maximum Height:
Mixed Commercial/Residential Use Building(s)
18.0 m
All other Principal Building(s)
11.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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239E.5
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Permitted Use
Island
Highway
West Lot
Line Setback
Morison
Avenue
Lot Line
Setback
Lombardy
Street Lot
Line
Setback
Interior Lot
Line
Setback
Mixed
Commercial
/ Residential
Use
Commercial
portion
0.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Residential
portion
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Unenclosed
Decks & Roof
Overhangs
0.0 m
4.8 m
3.0 m
4.0 m
All other uses
6.0 m
6.0 m
3.0 m
6.0 m
239E.6
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this
bylaw except where as part of a Mixed Commercial/Residential Use the following
shall apply:
i.
where 80% or more of all off-street parking is located concealed within a building
or provided underground residential parking shall be provided at 1.45 parking
spaces per dwelling unit; otherwise, it shall be provided at 1.5 parking spaces per
dwelling unit;
ii. where 80% or more of all off-street parking is located concealed within a building
or provided underground commercial parking shall be provided at 1 parking
space per 35 m2 of gross floor area; otherwise it shall be provided at 1 parking
space per 30 m2;
iii. where commercial gross floor area is 300 m2 or less a loading space shall not be
required.
239E.7
Screening and Landscaping:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall
comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this bylaw.
239E.8
Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
A designated refuse removal area, for the storage of garbage and recycling
containers, shall be provided. The refuse removal area must be completely concealed
within a building or be provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this
Bylaw.
239E.9
Fences:
Except where authorized by Development Permit, fences shall comply with the
requirements contained in Section 501.3 of this Bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.92
Corporate Officer
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239F
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-25
This zone is intended to provide the development of a grocery store and convenience oriented personal
service and retail uses that service the adjacent neighbourhood and surrounding local area.
239F.1
Permitted Land Uses:
Community Use
Convenience Store
Food Catering Facility
Medical Office
Neighbourhood Pub
Office
Personal Services
Recreation Facility
Retail Trade
Studio
239F.2
Maximum Density:
Maximum floor area ratio
0.50
Maximum lot coverage
40%
239F.3
Maximum Height:
Principal Buildings
11.0 m (a)
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
(a) Clock towers, spires or other similar architectural features shall be
exempt from the Maximum Height requirements, when approved
through a Development Permit.
23F.4
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Front Lot
Line
Rear Lot
Line
Exterior Lot
Line
Interior Lot
Line
All buildings and structures
3.0 m
0.0 m
3.0 m
0.0 m
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239F.5
Landscaping, Screening and Fencing
Landscaping, Screening and Fencing shall be in compliance with Division 500 of this
bylaw.
239F.6
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Off-street parking and loading shall be in compliance with Division 400 of this bylaw.
239F.7
Refuse Removal Area Requirements
A designated refuse removal area, for the storage of garbage and recycling
containers, shall be provided for every building. The refuse removal area shall be
completely concealed within a building or be provided in accordance with Section
414 and Section 503 of this bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No.
2000.94
Corporate Officer
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239G
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-26
This zone is intended to provide land for affordable housing within a residential apartment building
and to provide options to allow for tenants to age in place.
239G.1
Permitted Land Uses:
Apartment
Assisted Living Facility
Congregate Care Facility
Home Based Business
239G.2
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 1500 m2.
239G.3
Density:
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
1.50
Maximum Lot Coverage
50%
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units
6
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units (a)
13
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units (a)(b)
28
(a) Where the property is serviced by a 200 mm diameter water main acceptable
to the Director of Engineering of the City of Parksville.
(b) Where 50% or more of the total number of dwelling units are affordable
housing.
239G.4
Maximum Height:
Apartment Buildings
11.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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239G.5
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Interior
(East) Lot
Line Setback
Interior
(West) Lot
Line
Setback
Apartment
Buildings
Wall surface
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Unenclosed
balconies
6.0 m
6.0 m
4.8 m
4.2 m
Accessory Buildings and
Structures
7.5 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
239G.6
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this
bylaw except the following shall apply:
-
Parking shall be provided at 1.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit except
where affordable housing is provided then 1 parking space per affordable
housing unit is permitted;
-
Where 28 parking spaces are required they shall be provided as follows:
o 18 standard parking spaces;
o 8 small car parking spaces;
o 2 handicap parking spaces;
o Shall be setback a minimum of 0.5 m from all interior lot lines.
239G.7
Screening and Landscaping:
Except where authorized by a development permit, landscaping and screening shall
comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this bylaw.
239G.8
Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
A designated refuse removal area, for the storage of garbage and recycling
containers, shall be provided. The refuse removal area must be completely
concealed within a building or be provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503
of this Bylaw.
239G.9
Fences:
Except where authorized by a development permit, fences shall comply with the
requirements contained in Section 501.3 of this Bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.95
Corporate
Officer
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239H
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-27
This zone is intended to provide land on a site-specific basis for apartment, multiple family residential
development, shelter facility, supportive housing facilities and food preparation facility.
239H.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Apartment
Food Preparation Facility
Multiple Family Residential
Shelter Facility
Supportive Housing Facility
239H.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than: 2,000 m2
239H.3 Density:
Maximum Lot Coverage
45%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
1.50
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units
57
Maximum Number of Shelter Units
3
239H.4 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principal Buildings
11.0 m (a)
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
(a) For the portion of the building containing an elevator shaft and associated mechanical
devices, a maximum building height of 13.0 m is permitted.
239H.5 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Western
Lot Line
Setback
Indent
Lot Lines
Setback
Arc Lot
Line
Setback
Northern
Lot Line
Setback
Southern
Lot Line
Setback
Eastern
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings
6.0 m
3.85 m
1.0 m
6.0 m
15.0 m
6.0 m
Accessory Buildings
and Structures
7.5 m
5.35 m
2.5 m
7.5 m
1.2 m
1.2 m
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Map of Lot Lines:
239H.6 Common Recreation Space:
(a)
An Apartment, Multiple Family Residential or Supportive Housing Facility
development shall provide useable open space in the amount of:
46 m2 for each three (3) bedroom dwelling unit;
28 m2 for each two (2) bedroom dwelling unit;
19 m2 for each one (1) bedroom dwelling unit;
9 m2 for each bachelor dwelling unit.
(b)
An Apartment, Multiple Family Residential or Supportive Housing Facility
development containing thirty (30) or more dwelling units shall provide indoor
recreation space in the amount of 2.0 m2 for each dwelling unit.
239H.7 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this bylaw
except as follows:
1) For shelter facility, supportive housing facility or food preparation facility uses, twenty-
two (22) parking spaces, two (2) of which shall be handicapped spaces, shall be
provided on the property.
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239H.8 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this bylaw in accordance with the
standards applicable to the RS-3 zoning designation.
239H.9 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area for the
storage of garbage and recycling containers shall be provided and completely concealed
within a building, or provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this bylaw.
239H.10 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.2 of this bylaw.
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Map 1 of Bylaw No. 2000.116
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Corporate Officer
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239I
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-28
This zone is intended to provide for a mix of tourist commercial and medium to high density
residential and care uses.
239I.1
Permitted Land Uses:
The below listed uses shall only be undertaken within the applicable sub-zone as shown on
the map in Section 239I.10 of this zone.
Sub-zone
Permitted Land Uses
CD-28A
Tourist Commercial CS-2, section 215.1
Mixed Commercial/Residential (a) (b)
Home Based Business
CD-28B
Apartment
Multiple Family Residential
Townhouse
Assisted Living Facility
Congregate Care Facility
Home Based Business
(a) In this zone Mixed Commercial/Residential use means a combination of multiple
family residential uses and Tourist Commercial CS-2 or personal service or retail uses
combined within the same building;
(b) Mixed Commercial/Residential use shall contain a minimum commercial gross floor
area of at least 400 m2.
239I.2
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than: 3,000 m2
239I.3
Density:
Maximum Lot Coverage
60%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
1.55
239I.4
Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principal Buildings containing Mixed Commercial/Residential use,
Apartment, Assisted Living Facility, and/or Congregate Care Facility
18.0 m
All other Principal Buildings
11.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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239I.5
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Sub-zone
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior Lot
Line
Setback
West
Interior Lot
Line Setback
East Interior
Lot Line
Setback
CD-28A
3.5 m
4.8 m
3.5 m
6.0 m
3.5 m
CD-28B
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
(a) Despite Section 616 SETBACKS FROM WATERCOURSE in the case of the
Comprehensive Development CD-28 zone the minimum setback from a watercourse
shall be no less than 7.5 m from the natural boundary or established edge of channel
of the watercourse.
239I.6
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this bylaw
except as follows:
-
One-bedroom or less dwelling units: 0.8 parking spaces per dwelling unit;
-
Two-bedroom dwelling units 1.29 parking spaces per dwelling unit;
-
Three-bedroom or more dwelling units: 1.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit;
-
Retail: 1 parking space per 40 m² of gross floor area;
-
Office: 1 parking space per 45 m² of gross floor area.
239I.7
Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this bylaw.
239I.8
Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area for
the storage of garbage and recycling containers shall be provided and completely
concealed within a building, or provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this
bylaw.
239I.9
Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.3 of this bylaw.
239I.10
Sub-zones:
Permitted Land Uses designated in Section 239I.1 of this zone shall only occur within the
applicable sub-zone shown on the map below:
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Sub-zone Map
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Map 1 of Bylaw No. 2000.118
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Corporate Officer
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239J
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-29
This zone is intended to designate land for the purpose of accommodating tourist accommodations,
tourist and personal services, commercial and high-density residential uses.
239J.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Tourist Accommodation
Multi-Family Residential
Community Use
Convenience Store
Food Catering Facility (a)
Medical Office (b)
Mixed Commercial / Multi-Residential
Neighbourhood Pub
Produce Stand
Personal Services (b)
Public Assembly
Recreation Facility
Retail Trade (b)
Studio
Tourist Store
Tourist Information Booth
Home Based Business
(a)
Excluding drive-through;
(b)
The maximum gross floor area of retail trade, restaurant or grocery business shall not
exceed the following:
i.
One individual business premise not exceeding 1,700 m2;
ii.
One individual business premise not exceeding 600 m2;
iii.
All other individual business premises shall each not exceed 375 m2;"
239J.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 2,000 m2.
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239J.3 Density:
Maximum lot coverage
50%
Maximum floor area ratio
1.5
Hotel, Motel and Resort Condominium - Accommodation
Units per Hectare (d)
125 (a)(b)
Multi-Unit Residential - Dwelling Units per Hectare (d)
100 (a)(b)(c)
(a)
In no case shall the combined density of Accommodation Units and Dwelling Units
exceed 150 per hectare.
(b)
Where 80% or more of the required off-street parking spaces are provided underground
or concealed within the building, the maximum number of multiple family residential
units may be increased by 25 units per hectare.
(c)
Where 20% or more of the total number of units are affordable housing units, the
maximum number of multiple family residential units may be increased by 25 units per
hectare.
(d)
Units per hectare are calculated based on the area of land encompassed within the
entirety of this zone."
239J.4 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principal Buildings
18 m (a)
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
(a) Except where authorized by Development Permit, within 20.0 m of a property zoned
Single Family Residential RS-1, Medium Density Residential RS-2 or Manufactured
Home Residential MH-1, the maximum height of a Principal Building is 15.0 m.
239J.5 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior Lot
Line
Setback (a)
Principal Buildings
10.0 m
10.0 m
10.0 m
10.0 m
Accessory Buildings Structures
7.5 m
1.2 m
7.5 m
1.2 m
(a) Where an interior lot line is formed between parcels zoned Comprehensive Development
CD-29, the Interior Lot Line Setback is 0.0 m.
239J.6 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
a) Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
b) Notwithstanding section 239J.6 a), off-street parking for residential uses within the
Comprehensive Development CD-29 zone is as follows:
i. 1.0 stall per studio unit;
ii. 1.0 stall per 1 bedroom unit;
iii. 1.5 stalls for all other unit types.
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c) Notwithstanding section 239J.6 a), the required setback for off-street parking spaces
adjacent to a property line shared with another Comprehensive Development CD-29
zoned property is 0.0 m.
239J.7 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this Bylaw. Section 502 and 503 of this
Bylaw shall apply in accordance with the standards applicable to the CS-1 zoning district.
239J.8 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area for the
storage of garbage and recycling containers shall be provided for every building. The refuse
removal area must be completely concealed within a building or be provided pursuant to
Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
239J.9 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.3 of this Bylaw.
239J.10 Play and Recreation Area Requirement:
a) Every Multiple Family Residential Development shall provide useable open space in the
amount of:
i.
46 m2 for each three (3) bedroom dwelling unit;
ii.
28 m2 for each two (2) bedroom dwelling unit;
iii.
19 m2 for each one (1) bedroom dwelling unit;
iv.
9 m2 for each bachelor dwelling unit.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.123
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Corporate Officer
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239K
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-30
This zone is intended to designate land for the purpose of accommodating tourist accommodations,
high-density residential uses and care uses.
239K.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Tourist Accommodation
Multiple Family Residential
Assisted Living Facility
Congregate Care Facility
Home Based Business
239K.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 2,000 m2.
239K.3 Density:
Maximum Lot Coverage
45%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
1.80
Maximum number of accommodation or dwelling units
125 units per hectare
239K.4 Maximum Size of Accessory Buildings:
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
90 m2
239K.5 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principle Buildings
15.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
239K.6 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Use
Front
Lot Line
Setback
Rear
Lot Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
7.5 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
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239K.7 Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
a) Usable open space shall be provided for Multiple Family Residential or Tourist
Accommodation use in the amount of:
(i)
46 m2 for each three (3) bedroom dwelling unit;
(ii)
28 m2 for each two (2) bedroom unit;
(iii)
19 m2 for each one (1) bedroom unit;
(iv)
9 m2 for each bachelor unit.
239K.8 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
239K.9 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 502 of this Bylaw.
239K.10 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area, for the
storage of garbage and recycling containers shall be provided and completely concealed
within a building or be provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
239K.11 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501 of this Bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.130
Corporate Officer
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239L
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-31
This zone is intended to designate land for the purpose of accommodating medium-density residential
housing.
239L.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Multiple Family Residential
Home Based Business
239L.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 1,000 m2.
239L.3 Density:
Maximum Lot Coverage
40%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
0.70
Maximum number of dwelling units
5
239L.4 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principle Buildings
7.5 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
239L.5 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Single Family or Duplex Dwelling
7.5 m
3.0 m
7.5 m
1.6 m
Multiple Family Residential
4.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
N/A
1.2 m
3.0 m
0.6 m
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239L.6 Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
a) Useable open space shall be provided in the amount of:
(i)
46 m2 for each three (3) bedroom dwelling unit;
(ii)
28 m2 for each two (2) bedroom unit;
(iii)
19 m2 for each one (1) bedroom unit;
(iv)
9 m2 for each bachelor unit.
239L.8 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
a) Notwithstanding Section 405.10 of this Bylaw, for one (1) off-street parking space the
minimum setback is 1.4 m from the front lot line.
239L.9 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 502 of this Bylaw.
239L.10 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area, for the
storage of garbage and recycling containers shall be provided and completely concealed
within the building or be provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
239L.11 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501 of this Bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.131
Corporate Officer
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239M
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-32
This zone is intended to designate land for the purpose of accommodating tourist accommodations,
high-density residential uses and care uses.
239M.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Tourist Accommodation
Multiple Family Residential
Assisted Living Facility
Congregate Care Facility
Home Based Business
239M.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 1,800 m2.
239M.3 Density:
Maximum Lot Coverage
45%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
1.80
Maximum number of accommodation or dwelling units
28
239M.4 Maximum Size of Accessory Buildings:
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
90 m2
239M.5 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principle Buildings
15.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
239M.6 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Underground parking
0 m
0 m
0 m
0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
7.5 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
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239M.7 Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
a) Usable open space shall be provided for Multiple Family Residential or Tourist
Accommodation use in the amount of:
(i)
46 m2 for each three (3) bedroom dwelling unit;
(ii)
28 m2 for each two (2) bedroom unit;
(iii)
19 m2 for each one (1) bedroom unit;
(iv)
9 m2 for each bachelor unit.
239M.8 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
239M.9 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 502 of this Bylaw.
239M.10 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area, for the
storage of garbage and recycling containers shall be provided and completely concealed
within a building or be provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
239M.11 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501 of this Bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.134
Original signed by A. Weeks
Corporate Officer
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239O
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-34
This zone is intended to designate land for the purpose of accommodating high-density residential uses and
neighborhood convenience-oriented retail and personal service uses that serve the adjacent neighbourhood.
239O.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Multiple Family Residential
Mixed Commercial/Residential
Community Use
Convenience Store
Food Catering Facility (a)
Medical Office
Neighbourhood Pub
Office
Personal Services
Recreation Facility
Retail Trade
Studio
Home Based Business
(a) excluding drive-through.
239O.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than:
1,000 m2 for all principal permitted land uses.
239O.3 Density:
Maximum lot coverage
45%
Maximum floor area ratio
1.50
Maximum number of multiple family residential units
125 units per hectare (a)(b)
(a) No more than ninety (90) residential units may be constructed on the land until indoor
commercial space with minimum gross floor area of 500 m2 has been constructed and
received building permit occupancy;
(b) Where 20% or more of the total number of units are affordable housing units, the maximum
number of multiple family residential units may be increased by 25 units per hectare.
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239O.4 Maximum Size of Buildings:
a) In no case shall the gross floor area of all commercial space exceed 3250 m2;
b) With the exception of one retail trade business with a maximum gross floor area not
exceeding 1395 m2, no individual business shall exceed a maximum gross floor area of 700
m2;
c) Except where otherwise authorized by development permit and excluding the one retail
trade business with a maximum gross floor area not exceeding 1395 m2, business shall
present an average gross floor area of 500 m2.
239O.5 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principal Buildings
15.0 m (a)
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
(a) Clock towers, spires or other similar architectural features shall be exempt from the
Maximum Height requirements, when approved through a Development Permit.
239O.6 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings, over 7.5 m in height
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Principal Buildings, 7.5 m in height or under
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
Underground Parkade
3.0 m
1.0 m
3.0 m
1.0 m
Accessory Buildings Structures
3.0 m
1.2 m
3.0 m
1.2 m
239O.7 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
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239O.8 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this Bylaw. Section 502 and 503 of this
Bylaw shall apply in accordance with the standards applicable to the CS-1 zoning district.
239O.9 Refuse Removal Area Requirements
Except where authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area, for the
storage of garbage and recycling containers, shall be provided for every building. The refuse
removal area must be completely concealed within a building or be provided pursuant to
Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
239O.10 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.3 of this Bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.142
Original signed by A. Weeks
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Corporate Officer
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239P
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-35
This zone is intended for low-density single-family housing and a home based business with site-
specific regulator provisions.
239P.1 Permitted Land Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business shall be carried out in conformity with the Division 300 - Home
Based Business regulations except with respect to the number of employees and the
number of vehicles which shall instead be in conformity with the following:
i.
No person other than one occupant of the dwelling unit and four additional
employees may be engaged in the home occupancy use;
ii. Must not involve the parking or use of more than one trailer and four
licensed motor vehicles (car, van, or pickup truck) in conjunction with the
home based business.
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be in accordance with the RS-1 zone.
239P.2 Buildings and Structures:
The Maximum Number, Size and Height of buildings and structures shall comply with the
requirements of the RS-1 zone.
239P.3 Minimum Building Setbacks:
Building Setbacks shall comply with the requirements of the RS-1 zone.
239P.4 Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw as applicable to the RS-1 zone.
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239P.5 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw and in
the case of this zone tandem parking, where parking spaces are accessed through another
parking space, shall be permitted.
239P.6 Maximum Lot Coverage:
Lot Coverage shall comply with the requirements of the RS-1 zone.
239P.7 Play and Recreation Areas Requirements:
Play and Recreation Areas shall comply with the requirements of the RS-1 zone.
239P.8 Other Requirements:
Shall comply with the Maximum Floor Area Ratio and Secondary Suites requirements of the
RS-1 zone.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.143
________ Original signed by A. Weeks _______
Corporate Officer
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239Q
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-36
This zone is intended to provide land for a rental apartment building.
239Q.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Apartment (a)
(a) Limited to rental residential tenancy only.
Accessory Uses:
Home Based Business (b)
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
239Q.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 2000 m2.
239Q.3 Density:
Maximum Lot Coverage
50%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
1.50
239Q.4 Maximum Size of Accessory Buildings:
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
90 m2
239Q.5 Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units
18 or 36 (a)
Principal Buildings
14.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
90 m2
(a) Where 50% or more of the total number of units are affordable housing units.
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239Q.6 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Front Lot Line
Setback
Exterior Rear
Lot Line
Setback
Exterior Side
Lot Line
Setback
Interior Lot
Line Setback
Principal Buildings
6.0 m
6.0 m
4.0 m
4.0 m
Accessory Buildings
and Structures
4.5 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
239Q.7 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw
except as follows:
-
A minimum of 0.91 automobile parking spaces per dwelling unit shall be provided;
-
A minimum of 0.38 secured bicycle parking spaces per dwelling unit shall be
provided.
239Q.8 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this Bylaw. In the case of Apartment or
Multiple Family Residential use, Section 502 and 503 of this Bylaw shall apply in accordance
with the standards applicable to the RS-3 zoning district.
239Q.9 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where otherwise authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal
area, for the storage of garbage and recycling containers, shall be provided for every
building. The refuse removal area must be completely concealed within a building or be
provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
239Q.10 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.2 of this Bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.151
Original signed by A. Weeks
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Corporate Officer
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239R
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CD-37
This zone is intended to designate land for the purpose of accommodating mixed commercial/residential
apartment uses, neighbourhood convenience-oriented retail, personal service, and medical /dental offices.
239R.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Mixed Commercial/Residential Apartment
Apartment
Community Use
Convenience Store
Food Catering Facility (a)
Medical Office
Neighbourhood Pub
Office
Personal Services
Recreation Facility
Retail Trade
Home Based Business
(a) Excludes drive-through uses.
239R.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 1,600 m2.
239R.3 Density:
Maximum lot coverage
45%
Maximum floor area ratio
1.5
Maximum number of dwelling
units
Land with a parcel area of 1800 m2 or less
12 units
Land with a parcel area greater than 1800 m2
20 units
239R.4 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principal Buildings
15.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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239R.5 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Use
Southern Lot
Line Setback
All other Lot
Line Setbacks
Principal Buildings
1.0 m
6.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
1.0 m
6.0 m
239R.6 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw; in
addition to these requirements, a minimum of 1.0 secured bicycle parking space per dwelling
unit is also required to be provided.
239R.7 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this Bylaw.
239R.8 Refuse Removal Area Requirements
Except where authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area for the
storage of garbage and recycling containers shall be provided for every building. The refuse
removal area must be completely concealed within a building or be provided pursuant to
Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
239R.9 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.3 of this Bylaw.
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Map "1" of Bylaw No. 2000.156
Original signed by A. Weeks
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Corporate Officer
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240
CIVIC AND TECHNOLOGY CENTRE
CT-1
This zone is intended to provide for uses of an institutional, governmental, cultural, recreational or
educational nature which provide services to the public. It also is intended to provide for uses of a
technological and support nature.
240.1 Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Accessory Offices
N/A
Accessory Retail Trade and Services
N/A
Accessory Services
N/A
Civic Use
N/A
Communication and Broadcasting and Video Conferencing Facilities
N/A
Convention Facilities
N/A
Day Care Facilities
N/A
Food Catering Facility
N/A
Internet Café
N/A
Park
N/A
Parking
N/A
Public Administration
N/A
Public Utility
N/A
School
N/A
Technological Use
N/A
240.2 Conditions of Use
The gross floor area of accessory uses shall not exceed 25% of that of the total floor area.
240.3 Buildings and Structures
Maximum Number,
Size and Height
Height of Buildings
15 metres
(a)
Despite the above, architectural appurtenances such as, but not limited to, clock
towers, flag poles, antennas, are exempt from the height restriction.
240.4 Minimum Building Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Building
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
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240.5 Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
240.6 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
240.7 Maximum Lot Coverage:
The maximum lot coverage is 60%.
240.8 Other Requirements:
The maximum Floor Area Ratio is 1.0.
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241
CIVIC CENTRE RESIDENTIAL
TOWNHOUSE ZONE
RS-4
This zone is intended to provide medium density townhouses and stacked townhouses, which could
be oriented to seniors, students or housing for employees of hi-tech industries.
241.1
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Accessory Health Clinic
1,800 m2
Apartment Hotel
1,800 m2
Assisted Living Facility
1,800 m2
Community Care Facility
1,800 m2
Congregate Care Facility
1,800 m2
Home Based Business
N/A
Home/Work
N/A
Private Health Club
N/A
Recreation Facilities
N/A
Student Housing
1,800 m2
Technology Support Facility
N/A
Townhouses
1,800 m2
241.2
Conditions of Use
1.
Technology support facilities may not exceed 10% of the gross floor area of a
building.
2.
Home/work areas must be within a residential unit and must not exceed 25% of the
gross floor area of the unit.
3.
Private health clubs may not exceed more than 10% of the gross floor area of the
building in which they are located.
4.
Accessory health clinics may not exceed more than 30% of the gross floor area of the
building in which they are located.
241.3
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Height
Assisted Living Facility
14 m
Congregate Care Facility
14 m
Apartment
14 m
Student Housing
14 m
Apartment Hotel
14 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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241.4
Density:
The maximum density shall not exceed a floor area ratio (FAR) of 0.70, except where
underground parking is provided, an amount may be added to the floor area ratio equal to
0.30 multiplied by the ratio of parking spaces provided in the underground parking to the
total parking spaces provided, but in no case shall the floor area ratio exceed 1.0.
(i) Despite the foregoing, a minimum of 5% of the overall parking spaces must be provided
above ground.
241.5
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Building
4.5 m
6 m
4.5 m
6 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
6 m
3 m
3 m
6 m
241.6
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
241.7
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
241.8
Maximum Lot Coverage:
The maximum lot coverage permitted is 40%.
241.9
Height of Fences:
The maximum height of a fence shall not exceed 1.2 m in any yard.
241.10 Open Space Recreation Areas:
1.
Usable open space recreation areas shall be provided on the lot for each dwelling unit
subject to the ratios of 5 square metres for each unit.
2.
For the purpose of calculating open space recreation area requirements, any indoor
recreational space facility provided may be counted as double the actual area.
3.
Exterior open space recreation areas shall be grassed or landscaped and be designed
for the planned occupancy of the building(s) and shall not include storage areas, off-
street parking areas or driveways.
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242
CIVIC CENTRE RESIDENTIAL
APARTMENT ZONE
RS-5
This zone is intended to provide for apartment type or townhouse type buildings, which could be oriented
to seniors care, students, or housing for employees of hi-tech industries.
242.1
Permitted Land Uses
Minimum Lot Size
Accessory Health Clinic
1,800 m2
Apartment
1,800 m2
Apartment Hotel
1,800 m2
Assisted Living Facility, subject to the RS-4 Zone
1,800 m2
Community Care Facility
1,800 m2
Congregate Care Facility
1,800 m2
Home Based Business
N/A
Home/Work
N/A
Private Health Club
N/A
Recreation Facilities
N/A
Student Housing
1,800 m2
Technology Support Facility
N/A
Townhouses, subject to the RS-4 Zone
1,800 m2
242.2
Conditions of Use
1.
Technology support facilities may not exceed 10% of the gross floor area of a
building.
2.
Home/work areas must be within a residential unit and must not exceed 25% of the
gross floor area of the unit.
3.
Private health clubs may not exceed more than 10% of the gross floor area of the
building in which they are located.
4.
Accessory health clinics may not exceed more than 30% of the gross floor area of the
building in which they are located.
242.3
Buildings and Structures
Maximum Height
Apartment
22 m
Apartment Hotel
22 m
Congregate Care Facility
22 m
Student Housing
22 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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242.4
Minimum Building Setbacks:
Use
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Building
6 m
6 m
6 m
6 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
6 m
3 m
3 m
6 m
242.5
Density:
The maximum density shall not exceed a floor area ratio (FAR) of 1.0, except where
underground parking is provided. An amount may be added to the floor area ratio equal to
0.40 multiplied by the ratio of parking spaces provided in the underground parking to the
total parking spaces provided, but in no case shall the floor area ratio exceed 1.40.
242.6
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw.
242.7
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to the general requirements of
Division 400 of this Bylaw.
242.8
Maximum Lot Coverage:
The maximum lot coverage permitted is 35%.
242.9
Height of Fences:
The maximum height of a fence shall not exceed 1.2 m in any yard.
242.10 Open Space Recreation Areas:
1.
Usable open space recreation areas shall be provided on the lot for each dwelling unit,
subject to the ratios of 5 square metres for each unit.
2.
For the purpose of calculating open space recreation area requirements, any indoor
recreational space facility provided may be counted as double the actual area.
3.
Exterior open space recreation areas shall be grassed or landscaped and be designed
for the planned occupancy of the building(s) and shall not include storage areas, off-
street parking areas or driveways.
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243
RESORT AREA TOURIST
ACCOMMODATION ZONE
RA-1
This zone is intended to provide for tourist accommodation and ancillary services in a resort area setting.
243.1
Permitted Land Uses
Campgrounds
Parking
Recreation Facilities
Tourist Accommodation
Accessory Resort Employee Housing
243.2
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum site area shall not be less than 1 ha.
243.3
Conditions of Use:
The maximum stay in any room or unit of tourist accommodation shall not exceed 180
days per person, concurrent or non-consecutive, within one calendar year.
243.4
Minimum Building Setbacks:
1.
The minimum setback from front, rear, and exterior lot lines shall be 10 metres.
(i)
Despite the above, the setback from the lot line adjacent to Highway 19 shall
be 23 metres.
2.
The minimum setback from interior lot lines shall be 5 metres.
243.5
Height:
The maximum height shall be 11 metres.
243.6
Maximum Lot Coverage:
The maximum lot coverage is 30%.
243.7
Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
The maximum floor area ratio is .50.
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243.8
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this bylaw.
243.9
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this bylaw.
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244
CARE HOUSING
RC-1
This zone is intended to provide for residential housing that has some aspect of care offered.
244.1
Permitted Land Uses:
Assisted Living Facility
Community Care Facility
Congregate Care Facility
Accessory Care Facilities
Accessory Recreation Facilities
244.2
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall not be less than 2000 square metres.
244.3
Maximum Height:
The maximum building height shall not exceed 11 metres.
244.4
Minimum Building Setbacks:
a) That section 244.4 Minimum Building Setbacks is amended to reflect the following:
The minimum building setback from all lot lines shall be 6.0 metres, except as follows:
a. at the property legally described as Lot 19, District Lot 15, Nanoose District, Plan
2444 [PID: 001-855-123] (365 Moilliet Street South), the minimum building
setback from interior lot lines shall be 1.5 metres.
244.5
Maximum Lot Coverage:
a) That section 244.5 Maximum Lot Coverage is amended to reflect the following:
The maximum lot coverage shall not exceed 50%, except as follows:
a. at the property legally described as Lot 19, District Lot 15, Nanoose District, Plan
2444 [PID: 001-855-123] (365 Moilliet Street South), the maximum lot coverage
shall not exceed 40%.
244.6
Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
The maximum floor area ratio shall not exceed 1.0.
244.7
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
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245
RESORT AREA TOURIST
ACCOMMODATION
RA-2A
This zone is intended to provide for tourist accommodation, recreation and ancillary services in a
resort area setting.
245.1
Permitted Land Uses:
Campgrounds
Conference Centres
Cultural Centres
Art Galleries
Health Spas
Museums
Parking
Specialty Retail
Recreation Facilities
Accessory Restaurants
Tourist Accommodation
Miniature Golf Course
Accessory Convenience Stores
Accessory Resort Employee Housing
245.2
Site Specific Permitted Land Uses:
In addition to the permitted land uses specified in Section 245.1 of this zone, Fairground
and Amusement Arcade or Games Room are permitted land use on a site specific basis
only on the property legally described as Lot A District Lot 123 Nanoose District Plan
VIP75416 (1000 Resort Drive) shown shaded black on the sketch plan marked Schedule
"A" attached to and forming part of this bylaw.
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Schedule "A" of Bylaw No. 2000.75
245.3
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall not be less than 2000 m2.
(I)
Despite the above, individual parts of an overall development may be the subject
of strata title subdivision.
(a)
Where bare land strata lots are created, the minimum lot size shall not be
less than 150 sq. m.
245.4
Conditions of Use:
1.
"Drive through" service is expressly prohibited for all uses.
2.
The maximum stay in any room or unit of tourist accommodation shall not exceed
180 days per person, concurrent or non-consecutive, within one calendar year.
3.
Convenience stores shall not exceed 140 m2 or 10% of the gross floor area of all
tourist accommodation on site, whichever is greater.
4.
Specialty retail shall not exceed 500 m2 or 20% of the gross floor area of all tourist
accommodation on site, whichever is greater.
245.5
Minimum Building Setbacks:
1.
The minimum setback from front, rear and exterior lot lines shall be 10 metres.
i)
Despite the above, the setback from the lot line adjacent to Highway 19A
shall be 23 metres.
2.
The minimum setback from interior lot lines shall be 5 metres.
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245.6
Density:
Accessory resort employee housing shall not exceed 5 dwelling units per hectare.
245.7
Maximum Lot Coverage:
The maximum lot coverage is 30%.
(i)
Despite the above, the maximum coverage for bare land strata lots is 50%.
245.8
Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
The maximum floor area ratio is .5.
(i)
Despite the above, the maximum floor area ratio for bare land strata lots is .8.
245.9
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this bylaw.
245.10 Off-Street Parking and Loading
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this bylaw.
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247
TRANSPORTATION AND RECREATION
CORRIDOR ZONE
TR-1
This zone is intended to provide for all types of transportation (car, rail, bicycle, pedestrian) corridors
in both a commuter and a recreational setting.
247.1
Permitted Land Uses:
Transportation
Linear pathway
Utilities
Railway Terminal
Railway Passenger Station
Bus Shelters
Parking
Street Patio (a)
(a) Street Patio use shall only be permitted within that portion of a highway directly
adjacent to land zoned Downtown Commercial C-3 subject to the requirements of
Section 623 of this Bylaw.
247.2
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall not be less than 2 ha.
247.3
Conditions of Use:
1. The transportation of dangerous cargo shall be restricted in accordance with
Transport of Dangerous Goods Act.
2. Buildings are expressly prohibited, excepting unmanned utilities kiosks, railways
terminals, bus shelters, public washrooms, or railway passenger stations.
3. The maximum fence height is 2 metres.
247.4
Minimum Building Setbacks:
No building or structure shall be located closer than 7.5 metres to any lot line.
247.5
Maximum Building Height
The maximum building height shall be 9 metres.
247.6
Maximum Lot Coverage:
The maximum lot coverage is 30%.
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247.7
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this bylaw.
247.8
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this bylaw.
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248
MIXED WATERFRONT COMMERCIAL -
RESIDENTIAL ZONE
MWC-1
This zone is intended to provide for tourist accommodation, a range of tourist-oriented activities and
some permanent residential use.
248.1 Permitted Land Uses
Art Galleries
Conference Centres
Cultural Centres
Hotel
Liquor Store
Multiple Family Residential
Museum
Neighbourhood Pub
Outdoor Recreation
Parking
Personal Services
Recreation Facility
Resort Condominiums
Restaurant
Retail Trade
Sports Equipment and Leisure Oriented Rentals
Tourist Information Booth
248.2
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall not be less than 464 m2.
(1) Despite the above, strata lots are not subject to a minimum lot size.
248.3
Conditions of Use:
1.
The maximum stay in any room or unit of tourist accommodation, resort
condominium or hotel, shall not exceed 180 days per person, concurrent or non-
consecutive, within one calendar year.
2.
Multiple family residential uses shall not exceed 50% of the total floor area
ratio permitted on the site.
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3.
Multiple family residential shall not be the predominant use adjacent to the
waterfront lot line for the site for a distance of more than 30% of that lot line.
4.
No one retail store shall exceed 500 square metres.
248.4
Minimum Building Setbacks:
1.
The following setbacks are applicable to the site, prior to subdivision.
(1).
The minimum setback from a front lot line shall be 3 metres.
(i) Despite the above, where the front lot line abuts Highway 19A the
maximum setback shall be 7.5 metres.
(2).
The minimum setback from the exterior lot line shall be 0 metres.
(i) Despite the above, where the exterior lot line abuts Highway 19A the
maximum setback shall be 7.5 metres.
(3).
The minimum setback from an interior lot line shall be 3 metres.
(4).
The minimum setback from the rear lot line shall be 3 metres.
(5).
The minimum setback from the lot line adjacent to the waterfront lot line
shall be 25 metres.
248.5
Maximum Building Height
The maximum building height shall be 39 metres.
248.6
Maximum Site Coverage:
The maximum site coverage is 50%.
248.7
Maximum Site Floor Area Ratio:
The maximum site floor area ratio is 1.1.
248.8
Landscaping and Screening:
Landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this bylaw.
248.9
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this bylaw.
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249
SMALL LOT RESIDENTIAL
SLR-1
This zone is intended to designate land for the purpose of accommodating modest single family
dwellings on small lots or single family dwellings with secondary suites or an accessory carriage
house on conventionally sized lots.
249.1 Permitted Land Uses
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
249.2
Minimum Lot Size
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 300 m2.
249.3
Buildings and Structures
Dwelling Units
4 per lot (a)
- Principal Dwelling Units
2 per lot
- Secondary Suites
2 per lot
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
90 m2
Height of Principal Buildings
8.6 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
249.4
Maximum Height
Height of Principal Buildings
8.6 m
Height of Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
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249.5
Maximum Density
Lots 450 m2 or less
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
0.65
Maximum Lot Coverage
50%
Lots greater than 450 m2
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
0.60
Maximum Lot Coverage
33%
249.6
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings (a)
4.5 m
3.0 m
3.5 m
1.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.5 m
1.2 m
3.5 m
1.0 m
(a) The distance between single family dwellings must be a minimum of 3.0 m as
measured from the closest points of each structure.
249.7
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided in accordance with Division 400 of this Bylaw.
249.8
Screening and Landscaping
Screening and Landscaping shall comply with the requirements contained in Division 500 of
this Bylaw as applied in the RS-1 zone.
249.9
Fence Height
Fences shall comply with the maximum height limitations contained in Section 501 of this
Bylaw as applied in the RS-1 zone.
249.10
Minimum lot Dimensions
Despite section 618 (a) in the case of this zone no lot shall be created having
dimensions less than the following:
i) Width:
14 metres (a);
16 metres for corner lots (a);
13 metres for lots, other than corner lots, fronting curved streets or cul-
de-sacs (a);
(a) On curved street or cul-de-sacs the minimum width shall be
measured at a point 7.5 metres back from the front lot line radial
from the street centre of curvature; otherwise width shall be
measured 4.5 metres back from the front lot line.
ii)
Depth:
18 metres
iii) Frontage: 14.0 metres or 9.0 metres on curved streets or cul-de-sacs.
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249.11 Site-Specific Zoning Provisions
a. Despite the regulations otherwise contained within this zone, the following shall apply
to the subdivision of the 'Land' legally described as Lot 2, District Lot 14, Nanoose
District, Plan 9951 [PID: 005-432-375] (156 Ford Avenue and 151 Hickey Avenue):
i.
There shall be a minimum rear lot line setback of 2.4 m from the
northern side of a lot line that subdivides the Land;
ii.
There shall be a minimum rear lot line setback of 2.9 m from the
southern side of a lot line that subdivides the Land;
iii.
There shall be a minimum front lot line setback of 3.2 m from the
southern-most lot line of the Land that abuts a highway (Hickey
Avenue).
iv.
No parcel being created from a subdivision of the Land shall have a
minimum lot depth of less than 15.7 m.
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250
COMMERCIAL TUAN
CTX-1
This zone is intended to provide land for convenience shopping near adjacent resort and industrial areas.
250.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Funeral Parlour
Gas Bar
Nursery
Office
Personal Services
Recreation Facility
Residential Use (a)
Restaurant
Retail Store
(a) Must be contained within a Dwelling Unit.
250.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 4,100 m2.
250.3 Density:
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
0.75
Maximum Lot Coverage
50%
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units
1 per lot
250.4 Maximum Height:
Buildings and Structures:
8.0 m
250.5 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Building
8.0 m
5.0 m
5.0 m
5.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
8.0 m
5.0 m
5.0 m
5.0 m
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250.6
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this bylaw.
250.7 Screening and Landscaping:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this bylaw.
250.8 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
A designated refuse removal area, for the storage of garbage and recycling containers, shall
be provided. The refuse removal area must be completely concealed within a building or be
provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
250.9 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.3 of this Bylaw.
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251
RECREATION
RCX-1
This zone is intended to provide land for the outdoor recreation, camping and park uses for the general
public.
251.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Park
Campground (a)
Outdoor Recreation
Residential Use (b)
(a) Subject to Section 614 of this Bylaw.
(b) Must be contained within a Dwelling Unit.
251.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 20 hectares.
251.3 Density:
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
0.20
Maximum Lot Coverage
10%
Campground
50 camping space per hectare to a
maximum of 150 camping spaces per parcel
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units
1 per lot
251.4 Maximum Height:
Buildings and Structures:
8.0 m
251.5 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Buildings and Structures
8.0 m
5.0 m
5.0 m
5.0 m
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251.6 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
a) For Campground, off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the
Campground Bylaw;
b) For all other permitted land uses, off-street parking shall be provided in accordance
with Division 400 of this bylaw.
251.7 Screening and Landscaping:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this bylaw.
251.8 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
A designated refuse removal area, for the storage of garbage and recycling containers, shall
be provided. The refuse removal area must be completely concealed within a building or
be provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
251.9 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.3 of this Bylaw.
251.10 Campground Regulations:
All requirements for campgrounds as outlined in the current Campground Bylaw and
successor bylaws must be met, provided that this bylaw prevails in the event of any
inconsistency between this bylaw and the Campground Bylaw.
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252
WATER
WX-1
This zone intended to permit marine related uses over the surface of the water and foreshore.
252.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Aquaculture
Boat Ramp
Park
250.2
Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 20 hectares.
250.3
Density:
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
0.05
Maximum Lot Coverage
0.5%
250.4
Maximum Height:
Buildings and Structures
1.0 m above surface of water measured from
the natural boundary
250.5
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
All Lot Lines or Lease boundaries
Buildings and Structures
3.0 m
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253
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL AND CARE
RSC-3
This zone in intended to provide land for housing of various densities and levels of care, including high
density multiple family residential development, assisted living and care facilities.
253.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Multiple Family Residential
Assisted Living Facility
Congregate Care Facility
Community Care Facility
Duplex
Single Family Dwellings
Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
253.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 560 m2.
253.3 Density:
Maximum Lot Coverage
45%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
1.50
Dwelling Units
4 per lot or 75 units hectare (a) or (b),
whichever is greater
(a) Where 80% or more of the required off-street parking spaces are provided
underground or concealed within the building, the maximum number of multiple
family residential units or assisted living facility units may be increased by 25 units per
hectare.
OR
(b) Where 20% or more of the total number of units are affordable housing units, the
maximum number of multiple family residential units or assisted living facility units
may be increased by 25 units per hectare.
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253.4 Maximum Size of Buildings:
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings and Accessory
Carriage House (where permitted)
90 m2
253.5 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principal Buildings (excluding single family dwellings or duplex)
14.0 m
Single Family Dwellings or Duplex
8.6 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
253.6 Maximum Size of Buildings:
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
90 m2
253.7 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Front
Lot Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings (excluding single
family dwelling or duplex)
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Single Family Dwelling or Duplex
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.5 m
1.2 m
4.5 m
0.6 m
(a) The distance between a single family dwelling must be a minimum of 3.0 m as measured
from the closest points of each structure.
253.8 Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
Play and Recreation Area shall be provided as follows:
(a) Every Multiple Family Residential development shall provide useable open space in the
amount of:
(i)
46 m2 for each three (3) bedroom dwelling unit;
(ii)
28 m2 for each two (2) bedroom unit;
(iii)
19 m2 for each one (1) bedroom unit;
(iv)
9 m2 for each bachelor unit.
(b) Every Multiple Family Residential development containing thirty (30) or more dwelling
units shall provide indoor recreation space in the amount of 2.3 m2 for each dwelling
unit.
253.9 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
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253.10 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this Bylaw. In the case of Multiple
Family Residential, Assisted Living Facility, Congregate Care Facility or Community Care
Facility uses, Section 502 and 503 of this Bylaw shall apply in accordance with the standards
applicable to the RS-3 zoning district.
253.11 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area, for the
storage of garbage and recycling containers, shall be provided for every building. The
refuse removal area must be completely concealed within a building or be provided
pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this Bylaw.
253.12 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.2 of this Bylaw.
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255
RESIDENTIAL HIGH DENSITY
RHD-4
This zone is intended to provide land for higher density multiple family residential developments and four
storey apartments.
255.1 Permitted Land Uses:
Apartment
Multiple Family Residential
Single Family Dwellings
Duplex
Accessory Uses:
Secondary Suites (a)
Home Based Business (b)
(a) Secondary Suites must be in accordance with Section 613 of this Bylaw.
(b) Home Based Business must be in accordance with Division 300 of this Bylaw.
255.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than 560 m2.
255.3 Density:
Maximum Lot Coverage
45%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
1.80
Dwelling Units
4 per lot or 125 per hectare (a) or (b),
whichever is greater
(a) Where 60% or more of the required off-street parking spaces are provided
underground or concealed within the building, the maximum number of
apartment or multiple family residential units may be increased by 25 units per
hectare;
OR
(b) Where 20% or more of the total number of units are affordable housing units,
the maximum number of apartment or multiple family residential units may be
increased by 25 units per hectare.
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255.4 Maximum Size of Accessory Buildings:
Combined Gross Floor Area of Accessory Buildings
90 m2
255.5 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Apartment Buildings
15.0 m
Multiple Family Residential
11.0 m
Single-Family Dwelling
8.6 m
Duplex
8.6 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
255.6
Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Front
Lot Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Apartment
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Multiple Family Residential
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
6.0 m
Single-Family Dwelling
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Duplex
4.5 m
3.0 m
4.5 m
1.6 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.5 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
(a) The distance between single family dwellings must be a minimum of 3.0 m as measured
from the closest points of each structure.
255.7
Play and Recreation Area Requirements:
Usable open space shall be provided for Apartment or Multiple Family Residential use in the
amount of:
(i)
46 m2 for each three (3) bedroom dwelling unit;
(ii) 28 m2 for each two (2) bedroom unit;
(iii) 19 m2 for each one (1) bedroom unit;
(iv) 9 m2 for each bachelor unit.
255.8
Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this Bylaw.
255.9
Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, landscaping and screening shall comply
with the requirements contained in Division 500 of this Bylaw. In the case of Apartment or
Multiple Family Residential use, Section 502 and 503 of this Bylaw shall apply in accordance
with the standards applicable to the RS-3 zoning district.
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255.10
Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where authorized by development permit, in the case of Apartment or Multiple
Family Residential use a designated refuse removal area, for the storage of garbage and
recycling containers, shall be provided for every building. The refuse removal area must be
completely concealed within a building or be provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section
503 of this Bylaw.
255.11
Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall comply
with the requirements contained in Section 501.1 of this Bylaw for Single-Family Dwelling
or Duplex use and Section 501.2 of this Bylaw for Apartment or Multiple Family Residential
use.
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256
DOWNTOWN RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL
DRC-1
This zone is intended to provide land for apartments, multiple family residential development, pedestrian
oriented shops and offices or combination thereof.
256.1 Permitted Land Uses (a):
Apartment
Multiple Family Residential
Home Based Business
Parking
Retail Trade and Services
Office
Bank
Food Catering Facility
Recreation Facility
Theatre
Community Use
Shopping Centre
Student Housing
Studio
Public Assembly
Bus Depot
Taxi Operation
Mixed Commercial/Residential
Personal Service
(a) excluding drive-through.
256.2 Minimum Lot Size:
The minimum lot size shall be no less than: 560 m2
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256.3 Density:
Maximum Lot Coverage:
60%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
2.4
Maximum number of apartment or multiple family
residential units:
125 units per hectare (a)(b)
(a) Where 60% or more of the required off-street parking spaces are provided underground
or concealed within the building, the maximum number of apartment or multiple family
residential units may be increased by 25 units per hectare;
(b) Where 20% or more of the total number of units are affordable housing units, the
maximum number of apartment or multiple family residential units may be increased by
25 units per hectare.
256.4 Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures:
Principal Buildings
11.0 m (a)
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.0 m
(a) A maximum height of 15.0 m is permitted where authorized by Development Permit.
256.5 Minimum Building and Structure Setbacks:
Front Lot
Line
Setback
Rear Lot
Line
Setback
Exterior
Lot Line
Setback
Interior
Lot Line
Setback
Principal Buildings
4.0 m (a)
4.0 m
4.0 m (a)
4.0 m
Accessory Buildings and Structures
2.0 m
2.0 m
2.0 m
2.0 m
(a) Where authorized by Development Permit a minimum setback of 2.0 m is permitted for
those lot lines abutting Jensen Avenue East, Jensen Avenue West, McMillian Street
North, or McMillian Street South.
256.6 Usable open space:
Except where authorized by development permit, useable open space shall be provided in the
amount of 5 m2 per dwelling unit and may include roof gardens.
256.7 Off-Street Parking and Loading:
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided according to Division 400 of this bylaw.
256.8 Landscaping and Screening:
Except where authorized by development permit, and specifically excluding Single Family
Dwelling and Duplex, landscaping and screening shall comply with the requirements contained
within Section 502 and 503 of this Bylaw applicable to the C-3 zone.
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256.9 Refuse Removal Area Requirements:
Except where otherwise authorized by development permit, a designated refuse removal area
for the storage of garbage and recycling containers shall be provided and completely concealed
within a building, or provided pursuant to Section 414 and Section 503 of this bylaw.
256.10 Fences and Retaining Walls:
Except where otherwise authorized by development permit, fences and retaining walls shall
comply with the requirements contained in Section 501.2 of this bylaw.
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DIVISION 300
HOME BASED BUSINESS
301
Home Based Business shall be carried out in conformity with the following:
1)
Must be accessory to a permitted residential use;
2)
The use must be conducted totally within the dwelling unit or accessory building,
except in the case of child care program on a single family residential parcel
where the rear of the parcel may be used as a children's play area or where the
home based business is conducted entirely off the parcel;
3)
No person other than one occupant of the dwelling unit and one additional
employee may be engaged in the home occupancy use;
4)
Does not involve the external storage of materials, containers, equipment or
finished products;
5)
Provide no exterior indication that the building is being utilized for any purpose
other than that of a dwelling unit except for a single sign in conformance with
"City of Parksville Sign Regulation Bylaw, 1997, No. 1276", and all amendments
or successors thereto;
6)
Does not exceed a maximum floor area of 50 m2;
7)
Must provide off-street parking in accordance with Division 400 of this bylaw;
8)
Must have a valid City of Parksville business licence;
9)
The use shall not create noise, dust, vibration, odour, smoke, glare, electrical
interference, fire hazard or any other hazard or nuisance to any greater or more
frequent extent than that usually experienced in an average residential
occupancy in the zoning district in question under normal circumstances wherein
no home based business exists;
10) Must not involve the parking or use of more than one licensed vehicle in
conjunction with the home based business limited to one car and utility trailer,
one van, or one pickup truck;
11) Does not generate vehicle traffic, parking or loading in volumes substantially
greater than would normally be associated with residential use nor to an extent
that causes disturbance to other residents;
12) Does not involve the frequent or regular delivery of materials or commodities in
such quantity or bulk that shipping palettes, hydraulic lifts, hand trucks, pallet
jacks, moving dollies or other mechanical devices are required for unloading; In
regards to the delivery of material or commodities, frequent or regular means
occurring on more than 4 instances per calendar year;
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13) Shall not include repair, servicing or painting of vehicles or boats, transportation
terminal, industrial uses, explosives manufacturing, cabinet making, welding or
machine shop, animal care, parking use, warehousing, medical marihuana
production, medical marihuana production and research facility, mini storage,
outdoor storage, fast food outlet, food catering facility, escort service or retail
trade except retail sales as permitted in Number 17;
14) Not more than one home based business shall be permitted per parcel except
multiple family residential or duplex use where one home based business shall
be permitted per dwelling unit;
15) Individual instruction shall only be conducted as part of a single family dwelling
use and shall be limited to a maximum of two pupils at any time;
16) A child care program shall only be conducted as part of a single family dwelling
use;
17) Does not involve retail sales except:
i.
products produced on site by a resident artist or resident person involved
in handicrafts;
ii.
products that are incidental to the provisioning of personal or
professional services; or,
iii. goods where the customer does not enter the premises to inspect or pick
up the goods.
18) Cannabis trade is prohibited as a home based business.
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DIVISION 350
ACCESSORY HOUSEHOLD HEN KEEPING
351
Accessory Household Hen Keeping use shall be carried out in conformity with the
following:
1)
Must be accessory to a permitted Single Family Dwelling use;
2)
Shall only occur on a parcel of land containing one (1) Single Family Dwelling or
one (1) Single Family Dwelling with one (1) Accessory Carriage House or one (1)
Secondary Suite;
3)
Shall only occur on a parcel of land with a minimum parcel area of 1000 m2 or
greater;
4)
Maximum density permitted under Accessory Household Hen Keeping use shall
not exceed four (4) hens per parcel;
5)
Shall be limited to the keeping of hens over six (6) months in age only;
6)
No roosters shall be permitted;
7)
Must be conducted entirely within one (1) Accessory Building (chicken coop)
specifically designed and constructed for this purpose;
8)
The accessory building for housing an Accessory Household Hen Keeping use
must be fully roofed;
9)
A portion of the accessory building floor area may be open to the earth in the
form of an enclosed chicken run provided it is constructed and maintained in
order to prevent escape of the resident hens;
10)
The accessory building for housing an Accessory Household Hen Keeping use
must be secured and maintained in good repair and must be constructed in a
manner that prevents access to the building by any other animals or vermin;
11)
Keeping of hens shall be for personal use only for a resident of the parcel;
12)
The eggs collected from the hens shall be for household use only;
13)
No slaughtering or butchering of hens shall be permitted on the parcel;
14)
No sale of meat, eggs, manure or other products derived from the hens shall be
permitted;
15)
The use shall not create noise, dust, odour, or any other nuisance to any greater
or more frequent extent than that usually experienced in the zoning district in
question under normal circumstances where no hens are kept;
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16)
Manure, excess feed and other wastes shall be removed in a frequent and timely
manner and disposed of in accordance with applicable City bylaws and Provincial
regulations;
17)
Manure for the purpose of composting must be stored within a secured enclosed
structure (composting bin) and that such structure be subject to the same
setbacks as an accessory building containing the household hen use;
18)
No more than 0.05 cubic metres of manure may be on the parcel at any time and
the storage of manure shall not create odour detectable off the property or
generate nuisance;
19)
The Accessory Building for housing an Accessory Household Hen Keeping use
must be registered with the City on a registration form provided by the City for
this purpose;
20)
The Accessory Building used for Accessory Household Hen Keeping shall be
subject to the following restrictions:
a)
Maximum of one (1) Accessory Building used for Accessory Household Hen
Keeping per parcel;
b)
Maximum Height not to exceed 2.0 m;
c)
Minimum floor area of 1.5 m2 per hen to a maximum floor area not to exceed
10 m2;
d)
Must be sited to the rear of the principal Single Family Dwelling;
21)
The Accessory Building used for Accessory Household Hen Keeping shall be
subject to the following Minimum Building Setbacks:
Front Lot Line
Setback
Rear Lot Line
Setback
Exterior Lot Line
Setback
Interior Lot Line
Setback
10.5 m
4.5 m
7.5 m
4.5 m
22)
The Siting Distance between a Dwelling Unit or an Accessory Carriage House on
the same parcel and an Accessory Building used for Household Hen Keeping must
be a minimum of 3.0 m as measured horizontally from the closest point of each
structure;
23)
The Siting Distance between a Dwelling Unit or an Accessory Carriage House on
an adjacent parcel and an Accessory Building used for Household Hen Keeping
must be a minimum of 10.0 m as measured horizontally from the closest point of
each structure.
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DIVISION 400
OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
Section
INDEX
401
Provision of Off-Street Parking
402
Off-Street Parking for New and Existing
Buildings, Structures and Uses
403
Voluntary Establishment of Parking Facilities
404
Use of Parking Facilities
405
Development and Maintenance Standards
for Off-Street Parking
406
Units of Measurement
407
Parking Requirements
408
Paid Parking
409
Provision of Off-Street Loading Facilities
410
Existing Buildings, Structures and Uses
411
Voluntary Establishment of Loading Facilities
412
Development and Maintenance Standards
for Off-Street Loading
413
Off Street Loading Requirements
414
Refuse Removal Area Requirements
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DIVISION 400: OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
401
PROVISION OF OFF-STREET PARKING
Where the terms of this Bylaw require the provision of off-street parking of motor-
vehicles, every owner of land shall, upon the lot in question, provide and maintain off-
street motor-vehicle parking spaces in accordance with the standards and requirements as
contained within this Division;
402
OFF-STREET PARKING FOR NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES AND USES
1. For new buildings, structures and uses, off-street parking spaces shall be required in
accordance with the regulations of this Bylaw.
2. For existing buildings, structures or uses, off-street parking spaces shall be the lesser
of:
(i)
the off-street parking spaces existing at the date of adoption of this Bylaw;
or
(ii) the parking spaces required by applying the regulations set out in this
Bylaw to the existing buildings, structures or uses.
3. For additions to existing buildings or structures, or for changes or additions to an
existing use, the parking spaces required shall be determined by applying the
regulations of this Bylaw to those changes or additions.
4. Notwithstanding the foregoing, for existing buildings located within the Official
Community Plan designated Downtown Core, for changes to use and/or additions to
the use or building, parking or cash-in-lieu of parking will be required for the addition
or change only if the amount of parking required by the change or addition exceeds
25% of that required for the pre-addition use or change.
5. Existing restaurant and coffee shops, located within the C-3 zone, may, subject to all
pertinent regulations, add seasonal outdoor seating for use during the months of April
to September inclusive, without any requirement for additional parking.
6. Businesses located within the C-3 zone, which operate "after hours - 6:00 p.m. to 6:00
a.m." are exempt from any requirement for parking, provided that the subject
property is located within 400 metres of a public City owned parking lot, or a private
parking lot to which the business has a lawful agreement for use.
7. Parking spaces contained within a building or structure or provided outside shall have
an unobstructed driveway route to a highway no less than 3.5 metres wide, except
where such a route is required for fire access purposes the minimum width shall be no
less than 6.0 metres.
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403
VOLUNTARY ESTABLISHMENT OF PARKING FACILITIES
Where off-street parking spaces in excess of Bylaw requirements are provided, their
location, design and operation shall comply with the requirements of this Bylaw.
404
USE OF PARKING FACILITIES
1. All required off-street parking spaces shall be used only for the purpose of
accommodating the vehicles of clients, customers, employees, members, residents,
tenants or visitors who make use of the principal building or use for which the parking
area is provided, and such parking area shall not be used for off-street loading,
driveways, access or egress, commercial repair work, display, sale or storage of goods
of any kind.
2. Except in the case of a single family dwelling or a duplex dwelling, off-street parking
spaces may be provided on a lot other than on the lot that contains the principal
building, provided that such parking facilities shall be located not more than 150
metres from any building or use to be served and that such parking be designated for
that use by means of a covenant under Section 215 of the Land Title Act, registered
against the property on which it is situated.
3. In no case shall parking spaces required for Hospital, Health Care Facility, Health Clinic,
Medical Office or Emergency Service Use be subject to fees.
405
DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE STANDARDS FOR OFF-STREET PARKING
1. Off-street parking spaces shall not be arranged so as to require the backing out of
vehicles onto a highway, other than for a single family residential or duplex dwelling
use.
2. Adequate provision shall be made for individual access to or from all parking spaces at
all times by means of unobstructed maneuvering aisles. Maneuvering aisles of not less
than the following widths shall be provided:
Parking Angle
Width of Aisle
90°
7.5 metres
60°
5.5 metres
45°
4.0 metres
3. Off-street parking and access areas shall be designed and constructed in accordance
with the current City of Parksville Engineering Standards and Specifications as set out
in Appendix I of the Subdivision Servicing Bylaw.
4. Concrete barrier curb shall be located in such a manner as to prevent vehicular
damage to landscaping or vehicular overhang on walkways, where applicable.
5. Lighting used to illuminate off-street parking areas or parking garages shall be so
arranged that all direct rays of light are reflected upon the parking areas or garages,
and not upon adjoining property.
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6. All off-street parking spaces within residential developments that are intended to be
used by visitors to such development shall be clearly marked "Visitor Parking Only".
7. Off-street parking spaces shall have clear minimum dimensions as follows:
Length
Width
Standard Space:
5.8 metres
2.7 metres
Small Space:
5.2 metres
2.5 metres
Handicapped Space:
6.0 metres
3.7 metres
Where a parking space adjoins a fence or other structure of greater than 0.3 metres in
height, the width of the parking space shall be increased by 0.3 metres to enable the
convenient opening of vehicle doors.
8. A minimum of 70% of the spaces provided shall be standard spaces.
9. On off-street parking areas which contain 11 or more spaces, a minimum of 2% of the
spaces provided, rounded upward to the nearest whole number, shall be located close
to the building entrance and shall be clearly marked as being for the use of
handicapped persons only.
10. Off-street parking spaces provided on property shall be located no closer than 3
metres to a property line which abuts a public highway; and no closer than 1.5 metres
to any other property line.
406
UNITS OF MEASUREMENT
1. When the calculation of off-street parking requirements results in a fractional figure, it
shall be rounded upward to the nearest whole number.
2. If more than one use is located on a parcel or parking collectively serves more than one
building or use, the total number of spaces shall be the sum of the various classes of
uses calculated separately, and the parking space required for one use shall not be
included in calculations for any use.
3. An off-street loading space shall not be considered as an off-street parking space for
the purpose of calculating the parking spaces required.
4. If a use is not listed in Section 407, the number of spaces shall be calculated on the
basis of a similar use that is listed.
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407
PARKING REQUIREMENTS
As a requirement of this Bylaw the following parking standards shall be adhered to
within the City of Parksville:
Land Use
Parking Spaces Required
Accessory Carriage House
1 per dwelling unit
Accessory Health Clinic
1 per 40 sq. m gross floor area
Apartment, Apartment Hotel
1 per dwelling unit
Assisted Living
1 per dwelling unit
Auto Sales and Repairs
1 per 70 m2 gross floor area plus 1 per service bay
Auction
1 per 10 m2 gross floor area
Bank
1 per 30 m2 gross floor area
Bingo Hall
1 per 4 seats used for public assembly
Bowling Alley
3 per alley
Boat Sales and Repair
1 per 70 m2 gross floor area
Building Materials Supply
1 per 50 m2 gross floor area
Civic Centre
100 parking spaces
Church
1 per 10 seats
Coffee Shop, Restaurant, Fast Food Outlet,
Drive-through Restaurant, Delicatessen
1 per 4 seats
Coffee Shop, Restaurant, Fast Food
Outlet, Ice Cream Stand, Delicatessen
(Downtown Core Only)
1 per 30 sq m gross floor area
College
10 spaces per classroom
Community Care Facility
1 per 3 beds or 1 per 5 children
Congregate Care
1 per 2 congregate units for the first 20 units and
thereafter 1 per 3 additional congregate units
Convenience Store
1 per 20 m2 gross floor area
Cultural Facility
1 per 40 m2 gross floor area
Funeral Parlour
1 per 4 seats in chapel
Government Liquor Store
1 per 25 sq m gross floor area
Home Occupation
1 space per non-resident employee
Hospital, Public/Private
1 per 3 beds
Ice Cream Stand
1 per 20 m2 gross floor area
Laundromat
1 per 3 washing machines
Library
1 per 30 m2 gross floor area
Machinery Sales/Service
1 per 70 m2 gross floor area
Manufacture/Industrial
1 per 70 m2 gross floor area
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Mini Golf
2 per hole
Nurseries/Greenhouses
1 per 15 m2 covered retail area
Offices Above First Storey (Downtown
Core only)
1 per 40 sq m gross floor area
Offices, Medical
1 per 30 m2 gross floor area
Offices, Single Tenant
1 per 30 m2 gross floor area
Overnight Accommodation: Hotel/Motel,
Resort, Condominium, Tourist
Accommodation
1 per room or unit plus 1 per 30 m2 gross floor area
of office space
Overnight Accommodation:
Campground/RV Park
1 per space plus 2
Police or Post Office
1 per 30 m2 gross floor area
Private Health Club
1 per 40 sq. m gross floor area
Public or Private Assembly
1 per 4 seats or 1 per 40 m2 gross floor area
whichever is greater
Public Bus Depot
1 per 20 m2 waiting room floor area
Public Utility Use
1 per 38 m2 gross floor area or 1 per 100 m2 site
area, whichever is greater
Recreation Facility
1 per 40 m2 gross floor area
Residential, Single Family
Dwelling/Duplex
First 4 units: 1 per dwelling unit
Additional units: 1.5 per dwelling unit
Residential, Mobile or Modular
Home
First 4 units: 1 per dwelling unit
Additional units: 2 per dwelling unit
Residential, Multiple Family
Residential
First 4 units: 1 per dwelling unit
Additional units: 1.5 per dwelling unit
Residential, Multifamily
(Downtown Core only)
1 per dwelling unit
Residential, Senior Citizen Housing
1 per dwelling unit
Retail/Service Stores
1 per 30 m2 gross floor area
Retail/Service Stores/Specialty Retail
1 per 30 m2 gross floor area
School, Elementary
2 per classroom
School, Secondary
5 per classroom
Secondary Suites
1 per suite
Service Station
2 spaces plus 2 spaces per service bay plus 1 space
per 20 m2 gross floor area of accessory store
Stadium
1 per 4 seats
Student Housing
1 per sleeping unit
Supermarket
1 per 25 sq. m gross floor area
Technology Support Facility
1 per 40 sq. m gross floor area
Theatre
1 per 4 seats
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Tourist Attraction
1 per 4 persons capacity
Taxi Stand
1 per taxi, plus 2 additional spaces
TV/Radio Stations
1 per 30 m2 gross floor area
Warehouse
1 per 70 m2 gross floor area
Excluding residential uses, where a property is located within the Official Community Plan as
"Downtown Core" and shown on Schedule "A" attached to and forming part of this bylaw,
the above standards are reduced by 50%:
(i)
Notwithstanding the foregoing, lots containing a site area of 2,000 square metres
or greater are subject to full parking requirements despite their location within
the designated Downtown Core.
Excluding residential uses, lots which are within the area identified as "Downtown Core" in
the Official Community Plan and as shown on Schedule "A" attached to and forming part of
this bylaw and which have a minimum lot size of 570 square metres or less are exempt from
any requirement to provide on-site parking or cash-in-lieu thereof.
407.1. Despite the above, the parking requirements for mixed waterfront commercially zoned
lands is as follows:
Land Use
Parking Spaces Required
Resort Condominiums, hotels, multiple family residential 1 space per unit
Ancillary Resort Facilities
1 space per 30 sq. m. gross floor area
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407.2. Surface parking shall not exceed 5% of the total number of parking spaces required for
the site.
408
PAID PARKING
1.
Within the area identified as "Downtown Core" on Schedule "B" of the Official
Community Plan, the Municipal Council will accept cash payment in lieu of the
provision of on-site parking in the amount of $9,800.00 per space. 2
(i)
Notwithstanding the foregoing, 100% of the parking requirement may
be met through cash-in-lieu payment or a combination of cash payment
in lieu of parking and the provision of on-site parking is acceptable. 2
2.
All monies received pursuant to the requirements of this Section shall be placed in
a reserve fund established under Section 378 of the Municipal Act for the provision
of new and existing off-street parking space, and the City shall use such funds only
for that purpose.
3.
The requirements contained in this Section shall not be applied to any land,
building or structure existing at the date of the adoption of this Bylaw so long as
the land, building or structure continues to be put to a use which does not require
more off-street parking spaces than were required of the use existing at the time
this Bylaw was adopted.
409
PROVISION OF OFF-STREET LOADING FACILITIES
Where the terms of this Bylaw require the provision of off-street loading spaces, every
owner of land shall, upon the lot in question, provide and maintain off-street loading
spaces in accordance with the regulations contained in this Bylaw.
410
EXISTING BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES AND USES
1.
For new buildings, structures or uses, off-street loading spaces shall be required in
accordance with the regulations set out in Section 411 of this Division.
2.
For existing buildings, structures or uses, off-street loading spaces required shall
be the lesser of:
(i)
off-street loading spaces existing at the date of adoption of this
Bylaw; or
(ii)
the off-street loading spaces required by applying the regulations
set out in Section 411 of this Division to the existing buildings,
structures or uses.
3.
For additions to existing buildings or structures, or for changes or additions to an
existing use, the off-street loading spaces required shall be determined by
applying the regulations in Section 412 of this Division to those changes or
additions.
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411
VOLUNTARY ESTABLISHMENT OF LOADING FACILITIES
Where off-street loading spaces in excess of Bylaw requirements are provided, their
location, design and operation shall comply with the requirements of the Bylaw.
412
DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE STANDARDS FOR OFF-STREET LOADING
1.
All off-street loading spaces shall be:
(a)
surfaced with asphalt, concrete or similar pavement so as to provide a
surface that is durable and dust-free for the purpose intended;
(b)
drained and graded so as to dispose of all surface water on-site.
2.
All off-street loading spaces shall be a minimum of 9.0 metres in length and 3.0
metres in width, and have a vertical clearance of 4.3 metres.
3.
Adequate provision shall be made for access by vehicles to all off-street loading
spaces by means of a 6 metre maneuvering aisle and shall be located so that each
separate use within a development has access to a space.
4.
All off-street loading spaces shall be clearly marked with the words "LOADING
SPACE ONLY" on the pavement or wall facing.
413
OFF STREET LOADING REQUIREMENTS
One off street loading space shall be provided for each 2,000 m2 of gross floor area or
fraction thereof within a building or structure that contains an industrial, commercial, or
public institutional use.
414
REFUSE REMOVAL AREA REQUIREMENTS
1.
Every commercial, industrial, institutional or multiple family residential building
shall be provided with a refuse removal area of at least 3.0 metres in width and
4.0 metres in length.
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DIVISION 500
SCREENING AND LANDSCAPING
501
FENCE AND RETAINING WALL HEIGHTS
1.
Unless otherwise specified within a specific zone or provision of this bylaw, where a Single
Family Dwelling or Duplex Dwelling is the principal building on a lot, the height of fences
and/or retaining walls shall not exceed the following:
(a)
Fences within the front lot line setback:
1.2 m
(b)
Fences within all other lot line setbacks:
2.0 m
(c)
Fences outside of a lot line setback:
2.5 m
(d)
Retaining Walls within all lot line setbacks:
1.0 m
(e)
Retaining Walls outside of a lot line setback:
1.5 m
(f)
Fences and Retaining Walls within the same lot line setback:
2.0 m
(g)
Fences and Retaining Walls outside of a lot line setback that are
within 3.0 m of each other:
2.5 m
(h)
Fences and/or Retaining Walls within the Sight Triangle setback:
0.5 m
2.
Unless otherwise specified within a specific zone or provision of this bylaw, where
Multiple Family Residential is the principal use on a lot, the height of fences and/or
retaining walls shall not exceed the following:
(a)
Fences within a front lot line setback; except, where access to
individual units is provided by an internal private road and
Townhouse or Cluster Housing is the predominant use:
1.2 m
(b)
Fences within all other lot line setbacks or where access to individual
units is provided by an internal private road and Townhouse or
Cluster Housing is the predominant use:
2.0 m
(c)
Fences outside of a lot line setback:
2.5 m
(d)
Retaining Walls within all lot line setbacks:
1.0 m
(e)
Retaining Walls outside of a lot line setback:
1.5 m
(f)
Fences and Retaining Walls within the same lot line setback:
2.0 m
(g)
Fences and Retaining Walls outside of a lot line setback that are
within 3.0 m of each other:
2.5 m
(h)
Fences and/or Retaining Walls within the Sight Triangle setback:
0.5 m
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3.
Unless otherwise specified within a specific zone or provision of this bylaw, the height of
fences and/or retaining walls shall not exceed the following:
(a)
Fences within all lot line setbacks:
2.0 m
(b)
Fences outside of a lot line setback:
2.5 m
(c)
Retaining Walls within all lot line setbacks:
1.0 m
(d)
Retaining Walls outside of a lot line setback:
1.5 m
(e)
Fences and Retaining Walls within the same lot line
setback:
2.5 m
(f)
Fences and Retaining Walls outside of a lot line setback that
are within 3.0 m of each other:
2.5 m
(g)
Fences and/or Retaining Walls within the Sight Triangle
setback:
0.5 m
502
REQUIREMENTS IN MULTI FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
ZONING DISTRICTS
On commercial, industrial and multifamily residential lots which are regulated by zoning
district schedules I-1, C-1, C-2, C-3, CS-1, CS-2, CS-3, CS-4, CS-5, RS-2, RS-3, and CD, the
following shall apply:
1.
Along all property lines separating the developed portion of the site from any
residential zoned property, except where a building abuts the property line,
screening shall be provided comprised of:
(i)
landscaping at least 1.5 metres high in a strip at least 1.5 metres wide; or
(ii) a solid decorative fence at least 1.5 metres high but not higher than 2.0
metres.
2.
Along the developed portion of each side of the site which abuts a public highway,
continuous landscaping not less than 1.5 metres in width shall be provided. This
landscaping may be interrupted at boulevard crossings.
3.
Loading areas or trucking yards shall be screened from adjacent residential zoned
property to a height of at least 2.5 metres by buildings, a landscaping screen, a
solid decorative fence, or a combination thereof.
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503
LANDSCAPING OF OUTDOOR STORAGE AREAS AND REFUSE REMOVAL AREAS
1.
Outdoor storage areas shall be screened from adjacent lots by a solid decorative
fence or landscaping of a minimum height of 2 metres.
2.
Refuse removal areas shall be screened on three sides by a fence or wall of a
minimum height of 2.0 metres.
504
REQUIREMENTS OF THE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN
Reference must be made to the current Official Community Plan Bylaw and supplementary
regulations appended thereto for screening and landscaping requirements on properties
which have been designated as Development Permit Areas.
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DIVISION 600
GENERAL REGULATIONS
601
GENERAL OPERATIVE CLAUSES
1.
No land, building or structure in any zone shall be used for any purpose other
than that specified for the zone in which it is located in accordance with the
Zoning Map.
2.
No building or structure shall be constructed, moved or altered unless its:
(a)
site area is equal or greater;
(b)
setbacks are equal or greater;
(c)
lot coverage is equal or less;
(d)
height is equal or less;
(e)
floor area ratio is equal or less;
(f)
total number of units, buildings or structures is equal or less;
(g)
total number of required parking and loading spaces is equal or greater;
and
(h)
screening and landscaping requirements are provided;
than that specified for the zone in which it is located in accordance with the
Zoning Map, unless otherwise specified in this Bylaw.
3.
No parcel shall be created by subdivision unless such parcel is equal to or greater
than the minimum lot size specified for the zone in which it is located in
accordance with the Zoning Map, unless otherwise specified in this Bylaw.
602
USES PERMITTED IN ALL ZONES
1.
Notwithstanding Section 601.1, the following uses may be located in any zone:
(a)
City parks including playgrounds and recreational facilities;
(b)
City buildings, provided they comply with the siting, size and height
limitations prescribed for the zone in which they are located;
(c)
Public utility uses, provided that any buildings comply with the siting, size
and height limitations prescribed for the zone in which they are located;
(d)
Civic Uses;
(e)
Urban food garden.
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603
AGRICULTURAL LAND RESERVE
1.
Notwithstanding anything contained in this Bylaw, land within the municipality
designated as "Agricultural Land Reserve", pursuant to the Agricultural Land
Commission Act, shall be subject to:
(a)
the Agricultural Land Commission Act; and
(b)
regulations made pursuant to the Agricultural Land Commission Act;
(c)
relevant orders of the Provincial Land Commission made pursuant to the
Agricultural Land Commission Act.
2.
Where land outside an "Agricultural Land Reserve" is located within the A-1 zone,
this Bylaw shall be binding without qualification.
3.
Where land presently within an "Agricultural Land Reserve" is, pursuant to the
Agricultural Land Commission Act, regulations made thereunder, or orders of the
Provincial Land Commission:
(a)
excluded from an Agricultural Land Reserve; or
(b)
exempted by the Agricultural Land Commission Act; or
(c)
exempted by regulations made under the Agricultural Land Commission Act
or an order of the Provincial Land Commission;
the provisions of this Bylaw shall be binding.
4.
Where a lot, or the portion thereof, is in the Agricultural Land Reserve and the
Provincial Agricultural Land Commission has approved a homesite severance, the
minimum lot size of the zoning district shall not apply.
604
PROHIBITED USES OF LAND, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
Without limiting the generality of any other provisions of this or any other Bylaw, the
following uses shall be prohibited:
(a)
a residential use including a secondary suite involving a habitable room
located in a cellar, except a recreation room or den, which is permitted;
(b)
a use located in part or in total in a tent, trailer, recreational vehicle or
food concession vehicle except where such use is explicitly permitted
within a zone or where permitted as a parking use or accessory parking
used for the purpose of parking only;
(c)
an advertising use, except as specifically permitted in this Bylaw;
(d)
an agricultural use involving mushroom growing, or the keeping of swine,
or fur bearing animals;
(e)
any use which is exclusively accessible from a lane;
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(f)
the storing on any lot within a zone for a total of 72 consecutive hours of:
(i)
more than one unlicensed vehicle which is not in a garage or carport;
(ii)
detached parts of a vehicle unless within a building;
(iii)
the restrictions in 604 (f) (i) and (ii) shall not apply to agricultural
improvements;
(g)
the storing of unlicensed vehicles or detached parts thereof on a vacant lot;
(h)
the use or storage of shipping containers, moving containers or emergency
supplies containers, unless expressly permitted within a permitted land
use of a zone or as permitted in Section 620;
(i)
the storage of fireworks and/or explosives in all zones containing
residential uses, excepting "accessory residential" in the I-1 Zone;
(j)
commercial communications antennas are prohibited within 50 metres of
any property containing a residential use, excluding commercial
communications antennas located within the Downtown Commercial C-3,
Highway Commercial CS-1, Service Commercial CS-3, Service Station
Commercial CS-4, Industrial I-1 and Public Institutional-1 zones;
605
EXCEPTIONS TO SETBACK REQUIREMENTS
(a)
Eaves and gutters may project not more than 0.6 metres into the minimum
setback requirement as required elsewhere in this Bylaw;
(b)
Fences and retaining walls in compliance with fence heights specified within
Section 501 of this bylaw, or a specific fence height provision within a zone, are
exempt from lot line setbacks;
(c)
Signs under 1.0 metre in height, or signs authorized by a sign permit under "Sign
Bylaw, 2014, No. 1511" and any amendments or successors thereto, or signs
authorized by development permit under "Plan Parksville: A Vision for Our Future,
Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2013, No. 1492" and any amendments or
successors thereto are exempt from front lot line or exterior lot line setback.
606
EXCEPTIONS TO HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS
A chimney, aerial, flagpole, receiving antenna other than satellite dish antenna, or similar
object not used for human occupancy are not subject to the height limitations of this
Bylaw, provided that such structures occupy no more than 5% of the lot or, if situated on a
building, not more than 5% of the roof area of the principal building.
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607
PUMPS AND STORAGE TANKS FOR INFLAMMABLE LIQUIDS AND GASES
The following regulations, requirements and prohibitions shall apply to the use of land, the
zoning of which permits the construction above ground of facilities not located within a
building for the storage of petroleum products and other inflammable liquids or gases:
(a)
The facilities shall not be installed within the front yard;
(b)
The facilities shall be installed not less than 6 m from any lot line;
(c)
The installation of all storage tanks, pumps for inflammable liquids and
gases shall meet the requirements of the Fire Services Act and regulations
made thereto.
608
SIZE, SHAPE AND SITING OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
1.
The maximum number of principal buildings permitted on a parcel of land may be
specified within a zoning district.
2.
No building or structure shall be constructed, reconstructed, altered, or extended
so as to cause any existing building or structure on the same lot to violate the
provisions of this Bylaw.
3.
The interior lot line setbacks of this Bylaw shall not apply to Strata Lots under a
registered plan pursuant to the Condominium Act where there is a common wall
shared by two or more units within a building.
609
ACCESSORY BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
Buildings and structures accessory to the permitted use of a parcel are permitted in each
zone, unless otherwise specified, provided that:
(a)
the principal use is being performed on the parcel; or,
(b)
a building for the purpose of the principal use has been constructed on the
parcel; or,
(c)
a building for the purpose of the principal use is in the process of being
constructed on the parcel.
610
SATELLITE DISH ANTENNAE
1.
No satellite dish antenna shall be installed on the roof of a principal or accessory
building or structure.
2.
A satellite dish antenna installed on the ground shall be subject to the siting and
height regulations for accessory building and structures for the zone in which it is
located.
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611
SETBACKS - SIGHT TRIANGLE
On a corner parcel in any zone there shall be no obstruction to the line of vision above
the height of 0.5 m of the established grade of a highway within the sight triangle, being a
triangular area formed by extending a 6.0 m boundary along the parcel lines from the
point of the exterior corner intersection of the parcel lines and a line connecting these
two points as illustrated below:
612
BED AND BREAKFAST ACCOMMODATION
Notwithstanding the requirements of this Bylaw, bed and breakfast accommodation shall
be permitted within a permitted residential use, provided that the following conditions
can be satisfied:
(a)
that it shall be limited to a maximum of 2 rooms within the residential dwelling;
(b)
that it shall be approved by the Public Health Inspector;
(c)
that it shall be operated by the owner/occupant of the dwelling;
(d)
that one additional off-street parking space shall be provided for each room to be
rented;
(e)
that only breakfast shall be permitted to be served to the guests, and must be
served before noon.
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613
SECONDARY SUITES
Where secondary suites are a permitted or accessory use within a zoning district they are
subject to the following conditions:
(a)
not more than one secondary suite shall be permitted within a single family
dwelling or a duplex dwelling unit;
(b)
a secondary suite shall be completely contained within the principal building;
(c)
the minimum allowable floorspace of a secondary suite shall be 30 m
2;
(d)
a minimum of one off-street parking space shall be provided for a secondary suite;
(e)
the keeping of boarders, lodgers, or roomers shall not be permitted within a
principal dwelling unit containing a secondary suite;
(f)
a secondary suite shall not create noise, traffic or nuisance to any greater or more
frequent extent than that usually experienced in an average residential district
under normal circumstances wherein no secondary suite exists;
(g)
a secondary suite shall comply with all relevant requirements and standards of the
British Columbia Building Code;
(h)
a secondary suite rental tenancy is subject to a valid City of Parksville Business
License.
614
CAMPGROUND USE
a)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this bylaw, all campgrounds shall be used
only in accordance with the following regulations:
(i)
No person shall occupy any one campground, and no recreational vehicle
shall be located within any one campground, for more than 180 days in
each calendar year. Caretaker residences are excluded from this
regulation.
(ii)
Campsites shall be used only by tents and wheeled recreational vehicles
licenced for highway use.
615
OUTDOOR STORAGE AREA
No display or storage of materials shall be piled up to a height exceeding 2.5 metres within
5 metres of the said fence or landscaping strip, nor within 90 metres of a residential zone.
616
SETBACKS FROM WATERCOURSE
Notwithstanding the minimum building setbacks specified in each of the zoning districts,
no building or structure shall be constructed, moved or extended:
(a)
within 15.0 metres horizontal distance from the natural boundary of the sea or
lake; or 7.5 metres horizontal distance from the top of a slope of 30% or more,
whichever is greater;
(b)
within 30 metres horizontal distance of the natural boundary of any other natural
watercourse or source of water supply.
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617
SWIMMING POOLS
Swimming pools must be provided with fencing or equivalent barrier of not less than 1.5
metres in height, and gate closure and latch shall be provided.
618
SUBDIVISION PARCEL REQUIREMENTS
Applications for subdivision shall satisfy the following parcel requirements.
1.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
(a) All lots created under any proposed plan of subdivision shall be adequate in area
and logical in shape and dimensions for the intended use.
(b) Triangular or otherwise irregularly shaped lots shall be avoided wherever
practicable.
(c) Panhandle lots or other parcels having a frontage less than 10% of their total
perimeter dimensions shall not be permitted.
(d) Property lines of lots which intersect a highway shall be at right angles or radial
to the highway wherever practicable.
2.
MINIMUM LOT SIZE
(a) For the purposes of subdivision, the Approving Officer may not exempt any lot
from the largest specified Minimum Lot Size within the applicable zoning district
except where a restrictive covenant (pursuant to section 219 of the Land Title Act)
is registered on title of all resultant parcels that prohibits the permitted land
use(s) that specifies a minimum lot size(s) greater than the smallest parcel of the
subdivision and, is in the opinion of the Approving Officer, in the public interest.
3.
MINIMUM LOT DIMENSIONS
(a) No lot shall be created having dimensions less than the following:
i)
Width: 18.0 metres*
22.0 metres for corner lots*
*
On curved streets or cul-de-sacs the minimum width shall be
measured at a point 7.5 metres back from the front lot line radial
from the street centre of curvature
ii)
Depth:
30.0 metres
iii)
Frontage:
18.0 metres or 9.0 metres on curved streets or cul de sacs
(b) The Approving Officer may exempt a lot or lots in a subdivision from the
requirements of 618.3 (a) if,
i)
the lot or lots created provide a minimum building envelope of 12.9
metres wide by 19.5 metres deep, taking into consideration the minimum
setback requirements for the zone in question, and;
ii)
in his/her opinion, the exemption serves the public interest.
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619
UNDERSIZED LOTS
Parcels of land that are shown on a plan deposited in the Land Registry Office prior to the
adoption of this bylaw, which have less than the minimum site area requirements as
established in the zone in which that parcel is situated, may be used for any use permitted
in that zone, subject to all of the other regulations for that zone.
620
SHIPPING CONTAINERS AND MOVING CONTAINERS
1.
One (1) shipping container or moving container may be utilized for temporary storage
on a property in any zone only during construction for a 6 month period commencing
on the date of building permit issuance.
(a) An extension to this time limit may be granted by the Building Inspector where
construction remains active under a valid City of Parksville building permit.
2.
Moving containers may be present on a property within any zone only for the
purposes of packing, loading and unloading for a period not to exceed 14 days per
calendar year.
621
URBAN FOOD GARDEN
1.
Urban food gardens shall be conducted in accordance with the following:
(a) Production shall be limited to the growing and harvesting of fruits, vegetables
and edible plants, but specifically excludes the growing or harvesting of
mushrooms or marihuana;
(b) The total area which may be under cultivation on any given parcel shall not
exceed 20% of the parcel area;
(c) Fruits or vegetables produced for sale or exchange are not available on the
parcel for retail sale to the general public;
(d) No artificial lighting shall be used;
(e) No pesticides or herbicides shall be used;
(f) Production shall not occur within a building except where a principal building
exists on a parcel there may be one greenhouse or accessory building with a
floor area of less than 10 m2 that may be used;
(g) Composting shall be contained and limited only to organic plant matter
generated on the parcel and shall not create odour detectable off the property
or generate nuisance;
(h) Shall not create noise, dust, vibration, odour, smoke, glare, electrical
interference, fire hazard or any other hazard or nuisance to any greater or more
frequent extent than that usually experienced in the zoning district in question
under normal circumstances wherein no urban food garden exists;
(i)
Shall not occur within 7.5 metres of the natural boundary of the sea or lake; or
within 30 metres of the natural boundary of any other watercourse or source of
potable water supply.
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(j) Shall be subject to "Tree Management Bylaw, 2006, No. 1415" and subsequent
amendments thereto;
622
RESIDENTIAL CARE
1.
Residential care use or facility shall be conducted in accordance with the following:
(a) Primarily be conducted within the principal building;
(b) Limited to a maximum of four (4) persons receiving residential care;
(c) Limited to a maximum of five (5) persons providing residential care or
supervising the provisioning of residential care. However, during a staffing shift
change, this maximum may be temporarily doubled for a period not to exceed
two (2) hours;
(d) Must provide off-street parking in accordance with Division 400 of this bylaw. In
the case of residential care, tandem parking shall be permitted. For clarity,
tandem parking is where a parking space is accessed through another parking
space;
(e) Must not involve the parking or use of more than five (5) licensed vehicles in
conjunction with the provisioning of residential care. Excludes private vehicles
used by staff to arrive at or depart from work or private vehicles owned or
operated by those in care;
(f)
Does not generate vehicle traffic in volumes substantially greater than would
normally be associated with residential use nor to an extent that causes
disturbance to other residents;
(g) May have a single sign in conformance with the home based business signage
provision pursuant to "City of Parksville Sign Regulation Bylaw, 1997, No. 1276",
and all amendments or successors thereto;
(h) Must have a valid City of Parksville business licence where required pursuant to
"Business Licence Bylaw, 2018, No. 1550", and all amendments or successors
thereto.
623
STREET PATIO
1.
Street patio use shall be conducted in accordance with the following:
(a) Shall only be operated by the adjacent food catering facility;
(b) The adjacent food catering facility must have a valid City of Parksville business
licence pursuant to "Business Licence Bylaw, 2018, No. 1550", and all
amendments or successors thereto;
(c) Shall only be conducted by the holder of a valid Licence of Occupation
authorized by the City of Parksville or a valid permit issued under a Street Patio
Bylaw;
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(d) A maximum of one (1) sign is permitted with a maximum sign area that shall not
exceed 0.3 m2. The sign shall not exceed a maximum height of 1.2 m and must
not be illuminated. The sign must be located within or attached to the street
patio. A sign permit is not required for a sign in compliance with the preceding
requirements. This provision shall prevail over any other provisions of the "Sign
Bylaw, 2014, No. 1511", and all amendments or successors thereto, in the event
of conflict
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DIVISION 700
SEVERABILITY AND ENFORCEMENT
701
SEVERABILITY OF BYLAW
If any Division, Section, Subsection, Sentence, Clause or Phrase of this Bylaw is for any reason
held to be invalid by the decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not
affect the validity of the remaining portions of the Bylaw.
702
VIOLATIONS
Each person who violates or who causes or allows to be violated any of the requirements of
this Bylaw shall be guilty of an offence against the Bylaw; and each day that such violation is
caused or allowed to continue shall constitute a separate offence.
703
PENALTY
Each person who violates a requirement of this Bylaw shall be liable on summary conviction
to the penalties prescribed in the Offence Act.
704
ENTRY
The Building Inspector may enter at all reasonable times premises or lands controlled by this
Bylaw in order to ascertain whether the requirements of the Bylaw are being observed.
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DIVISION 800
REPEALS AND EFFECTIVE DATE
801
REPEAL OF PREVIOUS BYLAW
1. "City of Parksville Zoning Bylaw, 1978, No. 520" and all amendments thereto are
hereby repealed.
2. "City of Parksville Off-Street Parking Bylaw, 1987, No. 905" and all amendments
thereto are hereby repealed.
READ A FIRST TIME this 16th day of May 1994
READ A SECOND TIME this 16th day of May 1994
PUBLIC HEARING HELD this 15th day of June 1994
READ A THIRD TIME this 20th day of June 1994
APPROVED UNDER THE HIGHWAY ACT this 11th day of August 1994
ADOPTED this 22nd day of August 1994
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BYLAW AMENDMENTS
Bylaw / Adoption Date
Change
2000.1 - October 3, 1994
151 Shelly Road from RS-1 to RS-2
161 Shelly Road from RS-1 to RS-2
560 Tulip Avenue from RS-1 to RS-2
243 Corfield Street from RS-1 to RS-2
139 Moilliet Street from RS-1 to RS-3
119 Moilliet Street from RS-1 to RS-3
421 Morison Avenue from RS-1 to RS-3
Adding Section 233 - CD-13 Zone
290 Corfield Street from RS-1 to CD-13
2000.2 - October 28, 1994
Adding Section 234 - CD-14 Zone
851 W. Island Highway from A-1 to CD-14
505 Belson Street from RS-1 to CD-14
2000.3 - March 6, 1995
Section 104 - Drive-Through Use
Section 213 - Drive-Through Use
Section 214 - Drive-Through Use
Section 232 - Drive-Through Use
Section 408 - Paid Parking
2000.4 - February 17, 1997
636 W. Island Highway from RS-1 to RS-2
2000.5 - January 20, 1997
Section 232 amendments and CS-5 Zone
2000.6 - March 18, 1996
Section 104 - Shopping Centre definition
Section 214 - Shopping Centre substitution
2000.7 - November 12, 1996
354 Morison Avenue from RS-1 to RS-3
364 Morison Avenue from RS-1 to RS-3
2000.8 - June 14, 1996
Section 216 additions
2000.9 - July 15, 1996
Section 600 - Add Section 618 Subdivision Parcel Requirements
2000.10 - September 9, 1997
Section 104 - Government Liquor Store
Section 104 - Supermarket
Section 405 - substitutions
Section 407 - Parking Requirements
Section 412 - substitutions
2000.11 - April 21, 1997
Section 104 - High Technology Use
Section 104 - Wholesale Trade Use
Section 104 - Light Industry Use
Section 104 - Medium Industry Use
Adding Section 235 - CD-15 Zone
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1222 Industrial Way I-1 to CD-15
2000.12 - November 12, 1996
550 & 551 Corfield Street A-1, RS-1 to RS-1, RS-2, RS-3, MH-1 and P-
1
2000.13 - October 27, 1997
385 Corfield Street and 149 Meridian Way from RS-1 to CD-16
2000.14
RESCINDED
2000.15 - October 6, 1997
31 Jenkins Place from RS-1 to CD-18
2000.16
BYLAW REPEALED
2000.17 - May 7, 2001
332/342 W. Hirst Avenue - RS-1 to RS-3
2000.18 - June 7, 1999
CD-16 to CD-16A (Corfield & Meridian Way)
2000.19 - July 19, 1999
Part of Lot 1, DL 13, Plan 10458 from P-1 to CT-1 and RS-4 and RS-5;
Lots 1, 2, 3, DL 13, Plan 13095, Parcel A of Lot 2, DL 13, Plan 6358
and that part of Lot 2, DL 13, Plan 6358 and Lots 1, 2, DL 13, Plan
19304 and Parcel B of Lot 1, DL 13, Plan 2742 from P-1 to RS-5 (Civic
Centre)
2000.20 - November 15, 1999
Division 200, Section 213, CD-11 amendment (Craig Bay)
2000.21 - January 17, 2000
1085/1095 Island Highway East (From RUID to RA-1)
2000.22 - March 6, 2000
264 McVickers Street (fromCD-8 to RC-1)
2000.23 - June 19, 2000
1458 Industrial Way (from IN2J to I-1) (Map amendment)
2000.24 - December 17, 2001
Section 104: adding "specialty retail" to Scope and Definitions
Section 407 - Parking Requirements - adding "Overnight
Accommodation" and "Retail/Service Stores/Specialty Retail"
Division 200 Zoning District Schedules by adding "245 Resort Area
Tourist Accommodation and Recreation Zone"
Rezoning Lot 1, District Lot 123, Nanoose District, Plan 44169 except
parts in Strata Plan 1549 and Plan VIP57926 (1015 East Island
Highway)
2000.25 - July 5, 2000
Off-Street Parking - Sections 402 & 408 - Text amendment only.
2000.26 - March 19, 2001
Parking Requirements - Section 407
2000.27 - December 17, 2001
Rezoning Part of Lot A, District Lot 123, Nanoose District, Plan
VIP52504 Except that Part in Strata Plan VIS2118 (Phases 1 to 11)
(1025 E. Island Highway)
2000.28 - October 15, 2001
Rezoning a 0.346 ha portion of Lot A, District Lot 74, Nanoose
District, Plan 27467 (826 W. Island Highway)
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2000.29 - March 19, 2001
194 Memorial Avenue - P-1 to C-3
2000.30 - April 30, 2001
220 W. Island Hwy. - Section 227.2
2000.31
RESCINDED
2000.32 - July 4, 2001
Section 104 - Civic uses, Section 602
2000.33 - August 7, 2002
Transportation Corridors - Section 247 TR-1
2000.34 - October 7, 2002
1247 Arbutus Road RS-IN to MH-1 Zone
2000.35 - October 7, 2002
Industrial I-1 Zone amendment
2000.36 - November 18, 2002
CD-12 Zone - Multiplex Arena amendment to permit subdivision
2000.37 - May 5, 2003
RS-1 to RS-2 -575 Island Highway West
2000.38 - August 18, 2003
RA-2 to RA-2A, 1015 Island Highway East
2000.39 - December 15, 2003
Section 104 - Turf management training facility
Division 200 - Subsection 201 - Interpretation
Division 210.1.A - Permitted Land Uses
2000.40 - March 15, 2004
163 & 181 Island Highway West - Tourist Commercial (CS-2) to
Mixed Waterfront Commercial - Residential (MWC-1)
2000.41 - April 5, 2004
Bridgewater Development - CD-16A to CD-16B
2000.42 - September 19, 2005
Text Amendment to remove "commercial entertainment and
replace with "cinema and/or movie theatre"
2000.43 - June 21, 2004
Text Amendment to definition of "Automobile Services"
2000.44 - October 3, 2005
Text and Map Amendment - RS-1 and TR-1 to RS-2 - 447 Pym and
735 Island Highway West
2000.45 - December 6, 2004
Text Amendment to "lot coverage" and "gross floor area"
definitions
2000.46 - January 17, 2005
Text Amendment to add offices as a permitted use
2000.47 - June 20, 2005
Text and Map Amendment - C-3 to RS-3 to 251 Mills Avenue
2000.48 - July 5, 2006
Text and Map Amendment - RS-1 to RS-2 to 399 Wembley Road
2000.49 - February 4, 2008
Text and Map Amendment - RS-1 to CD-19 - 103, 105, 111 and 125
McMillan Street
2000.50 - August 9, 2006
Text and Map Amendment - RS-1 to CD-17 to 275 and 301 Hirst
Avenue
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2000.51 - August 9, 2006
Text and Map Amendment - P-1 to P-1A to 193 Island Highway East
2000.52 - November 6, 2006
Text amendment to 491 Island Highway East to permit a martini and
wine lounge
2000.53 - October 2, 2006
Text and Map amendment - fire training facility at 1159 & 1155
Franklin's Gull Road
2000.54 - February 5, 2007
Text amendment regarding metal storage containers
2000.55 - April 2, 2007
Map Amendment - CS-4 to CS-1 to 685 Island Highway East
2000.56 - August 20, 2007
Text and map amendment - RS-1 to CD-20 to 437 Pym Street
2000.57 - October 1, 2007
Text amendment to CS-1 Zone for 360 Pioneer
2000.58 - August 20, 2007
Text and map amendment - P-1 to CD-21 to 371 Alberni Highway
2000.60 - July 21, 2008
Text amendment - Subsection (b) of Section 204.2 of the RS-3 Zone
2000.61 - July 21, 2008
Map amendment - RS-1 to RS-3 on 352 Hirst Avenue
2000.62 - July 7, 2008
Text amendment - Amend definition "affordable housing"
2000.63 - July 7, 2008
Text amendment - Amend Section 213.1 (C-3) to permit SFD, 560
m2
2000.64 - July 7, 2008
Text amendment - Amend Section 214.1 (CS-1) to permit SFD, 560
m2
2000.65 - July 7, 2008
Text amendment - Amend Section 210.1 (A-1) replacing minimum
lot size for SFD to 4 ha
2000.66 - July 7, 2008
Text amendment - Amend Section 604 regarding storage of
fireworks and/or explosives
2000.67 - July 7, 2008
Text amendment - Amend definition "exterior lot line"
2000.68 - July 7, 2008
Text amendment - Amend Section 613 Secondary Suites regarding
maximum allowable area to 90 m2
2000.69 - October 6, 2008
Text amendment - Amend Single Family Residential (RS-1) Zone to
add Carriage Houses
2000.70 - October 20, 2008
Text amendment - Amend Resort Area Tourist Accommodation (RA-
2A) Zone to add Miniature Golf Course
2000.71
DEFEATED
2000.72
DEFEATED
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2000.73 - June 22, 2009
Text Amendment - Amend Division 600 to add Urban Food Garden
2000.74 - June 22, 2009
Text Amendment - Amend Industrial I-1 to add Food Concession
Trailer
2000.75 - December 7, 2009
Text amendment - Amend site specific permitted land uses on 1000
Resort Drive to permit fairground and amusement arcade or games
room
2000.76 - December 7, 2009
Text amendment - Amend home based business definition and
replace Division 300 - Home Occupations
2000.77 - May 3, 2010
Text & map amendment - Amend site specific permitted land use
on 1275 Island Highway East to permit food and beverage sales and
associated definitions
2000.78 - June 7, 2010
Text amendments - housekeeping items:
Renaming 'Home Occupation' and 'Accessory Home Occupation' to
'Home Based Business' within all applicable zones;
Clarifying the number of persons permitted to be engaged in a
Home Based Business by replacing the word 'an' to 'one';
Addressing conflicting minimum parcel size requirement within the
Industrial I-1 zone with respect to use;
Clarifying the minimum parcel size requirement applicable to all
zones;
Revising the definition of light industry and medium industry to
clarify that asphalt batch plant is not included as a permitted use;
Revising the setback to the sea to improve foreshore protection and
bank stability;
Removing
Comprehensive
Development
CD,
Neighbourhood
Commercial C-2 and Neighbourhood Pub Commercial CS-5 zones
that are unattached to land and not in effect;
Removing 'Accessory Uses' from the list of permitted uses in all
zones as the listing is redundant;
Adding 'Personal Services' use to the Downtown Commercial C-3
zone;
Adding a definition of 'commercial communications antenna' and
establishing a distance of 50 metres from residential uses.
2000.79
DEFEATED
2000.80 - March 21, 2011
Text amendments - Section 213, Downtown Commercial C-3 to
remove 213.6 Maximum Lot coverage and Section 604, Prohibited
Use of Land, Buildings and Structures regarding commercial
communications antennas.
2000.81
ABANDONED
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2000.82 - September 3, 2014
Text and map amendment - 560 Island Highway East and 539
Stanford Avenue East to rezone from CS-1 and CS-3 to CD-23
2000.83 - October 15, 2012
Text and map amendment - Add Small Lot Residential SLR-1 zone
and rezone Lots B, C and I, District Lot 13, Nanoose District, Plan
VIP66463
2000.84 - March 18, 2013
Text amendment to the shipping container regulations
2000.85 - April 3, 2013
Text amendment to allow for accessory household hen keeping
2000.86 - April 3, 2013
Text amendment to the fence height regulations
2000.87 - July 3, 2013
Text and map amendment to Health Care Facility
2000.88 - October 7, 2013
Map amendment to 779 Stanhope Road, RS-1 to SLR-1
2000.89
DEFEATED
2000.90 - December 16, 2013
Map amendment to 780 Stanhope Road and 577 Pym Street, RS-1
to SLR-1
2000.91 - August 18, 2014
Text amendment to amend residential height provisions in
proximity to the rear lot line
2000.92 - June 6, 2016
Map and text amendment - Comprehensive Development CD-24
Zone - 272 Island Highway West
2000.93 - September 15, 2014
Map and text amendment - Comprehensive Development CD-19A
Zone - 103, 105, 111, 115 and 125 McMillan Street
2000.94 - November 3, 2014
Map and text amendment - Comprehensive Development CD-25 -
371 Alberni Highway
2000.95 - November 3, 2014
Map and text amendment - Comprehensive Development CD-26 -
312 Hirst Avenue West
2000.96 - August 18, 2014
Text Amendment - Medical Marihuana facilities
2000.97
ABANDONED
2000.98 - March 16, 2015
Map Amendment - P-2 - 795 Island Highway West
2000.99 - April 20, 2015
Text Amendment - Exterior Lot Line and Food Concession Vehicle
2000.100 - June 15, 2015
Text Amendment - To the fence and retaining wall height
regulations
2000.101 - December 14, 2015
Map and text amendment - Consolidation of Zoning Regulations
Resort Area
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2000.102 - May 1, 2017
Text Amendment - To CD-2 to facilitate additional bumper boats
and other fairground uses
2000.103 - January 16, 2017
Map amendment to 183 McVickers Street, from P2 to C-3
2000.104 - July 4, 2018
Map and text amendment - RS-1 to RS-2 - 451, 461, 465 Hirst
Avenue West
2000.105 - September 17, 2018
Map and text amendment - RS-1 to SLR-1 - 151 Despard Avenue
West and 292 Stanford Avenue West
2000.106 - September 17, 2018
Map amendment - RS-1 to RS-2 - 292 Stanford Avenue and 151
Despard Avenue
2000.107 -September 17, 2018
Map amendment - RS-1 to RS-3 (151 Despard Avenue and 292
Stanford Avenue
2000.108 - September 17, 2018
Map and text amendment - RS-1 to RSC-3 - 151 Despard Avenue
2000.109 - September 18, 2018
Map and text amendment - RS-1 to NC-1 - portion of 151 Despard
Avenue West
2000.110
DEFEATED
2000.111 - June 6, 2018
Text amendment - height of buildings
2000.112 - May 7, 2018
Text amendment to residential high density RHD-4
2000.113 - September 5, 2018
Map amendment to residential high density RHD-4 - 253, 259, 263
and 273 Dogwood Street
2000.114 - May 7, 2018
Text amendment - cannabis regulations
2000.115 - January 21, 2019
Map amendment - Medium Density Residential RS-2 and Small Lot
Residential SLR-1 - portions of 249 Finholm Street North
2000.116 - July 4, 2018
Map and text amendment - comprehensive CD-27 - 222 Corfield
Street
2000.117 - December 17, 2018
Map amendment to Residential High Density, RHD-4 - 155 Moilliet
Street North
2000.118 - July 6, 2020
Map and text amendment - comprehensive CD-28 - 440 Island
Highway West
2000.119 - February 19, 2020
Map amendment to 331 and 343 Moilliet Street South, RS-1 to SLR-
1
2000.120 - February 19, 2020
Text amendment to Small Lot Residential SLR-1, minimum site area
for secondary suite and accessory carriage house
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2000.121 - January 21, 2019
Text amendment, cannabis regulations
2000.122 - April 1, 2019
Map and text amendment - RS-1 to DRC-1 (106, 110, 114, 120, 126,
132 and 140 Jensen Avenue West)
2000.123 - September 9, 2020
Map and text amendment - A-1 and I-1 to CD-29 (1180 Resort
Drive)
2000.124 - July 15, 2019
Map amendment at 395 Island Highway East, CS-4 to CS-1
2000.125 - July 20, 2020
Map amendment at 375, 379, 383 and 385 Moilliet Street South, RS-
1 to RHD-4
2000.126 - July 15, 2019
Map amendment to portions of 249 Finholm Street North, to RS-2
and SLR-1
2000.127
2000.128
ABANDONED UPON DEFEAT OF BYLAW
2000.129 - March 1, 2021
Text amendment to CD-19A, 115 McMillan Street South
2000.130 - September 8, 2021
Map and text amendment to CD-30 (480 & 490 Island Highway
West)
2000.131 - September 20, 2021
Map and text amendment to CD-31 (243 Corfield Street South)
2000.132 - May 16, 2022
Map amendment to remove CD-15 zone (1222 Industrial Way
rezoned from CD-15 to Industrial I-1)
2000.133 - September 7, 2022
Text amendment to C-3, 164 Alberni Highway
2000.134 - December 19, 2022
Map and text amendment - comprehensive development CD-32 -
456 Island Highway West
2000.136 - September 7, 2022
Text amendment to CS-2 zone
2000.137 - December 4, 2023
Map amendment to Residential High Density RHD-4 - 413 Wembley
Road
2000.139 - December 4, 2023
Map amendment to Small Lot Residential SLR-1 - 625 and 633
Pioneer Crescent
2000.141 - November 21, 2022
Text amendment to CD-31 zone - 243 Corfield Street South
2000.142 - September 6, 2023
Map and text amendment - comprehensive development CD-34 -
285 Despard Avenue West
2000.143 - February 22, 2023
Map and text amendment - comprehensive development CD-35 -
285 Pioneer Crescent
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2000.144 - December 4, 2023
Map amendment from Agricultural A-1 to Tourist Commercial CS-2
- 1170 Resort Drive
2000.145 - February 21, 2024
Text amendment to CD-10 zone, 188 McCarter Street
2000.146 - November 6, 2023
Text amendment to C-3 zone
2000.147 - October 16, 2023
Text amendment - residential care
2000.148 - July 3, 2024
Text amendment - Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH)
implementation and general housekeeping
2000.149 - October 7, 2024
Map and text amendment - Care Housing RC-1 zone - 365 Moilliet
Street South
2000.150 - November 4, 2024
Map and text amendment - Small Lot Residential SLR-1 zone - 156
Ford Avenue and 151 Hickey Avenue
2000.151 - February 3, 2025
Map and text amendment - Comprehensive Development CD-36
zone - 1225 Franklin's Gull Road
2000.152 - June 16, 2025
Text amendment - Section 232 Comprehensive Development CD-12
zone (810, 814, 818, 822, 826, 830 & 834 Island Highway West)
2000.153 - June 16, 2025
Map amendment - Residential RS-1 to Small Lot Residential SLR-1 -
130 Lee Avenue
2000.154 - May 21, 2025
Text amendment - street patio (Transportation and Recreation
Corridor Zone TR-1)
2000.155 - February 2, 2026
Text amendment to CD-29 zone, 1180 Resort Drive
2000.156 - July 20, 2026
Map and text amendment to CD-37 zone, 423 Alberni Highway