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COCHRANE AND SUBURBAN PLANNING AREA
COUNCIL ADOPTION June 10th, 2014
CONSOLIDATION April 18th, 2018
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Cochrane and Suburban Planning Area Zoning By-law
Council Adoption June 10, 2014 (Consolidation April 18, 2018)
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1
INTRODUCTION AND INTERPRETATION....................................................................................... 1
1.1
Title of By-law ..................................................................................................................... 1
1.2
Lands Subject to By-law...................................................................................................... 1
1.3
Conformity with By-law ....................................................................................................... 1
1.4
Compliance with other Restrictions..................................................................................... 1
1.5
Site Plan to Conform .......................................................................................................... 1
1.6
Interpretation of By-law ...................................................................................................... 1
1.7
Singular and Plural Words and Genders.............................................................................. 2
1.8
"Shall" is Mandatory........................................................................................................... 2
1.9
"Use" and "Occupy"............................................................................................................ 2
1.10 Reserves ............................................................................................................................ 2
1.11 Crown Reserves ................................................................................................................. 2
1.12 Reference to Other Legislation and Agencies ...................................................................... 2
1.13 Zone Schedules Part of By-law............................................................................................ 3
1.14 Interpretation of Zone Schedules........................................................................................ 3
2
DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................................................. 4
3
GENERAL PROVISIONS - ALL ZONES........................................................................................ 25
3.1
Zones and Zone Classifications ........................................................................................ 25
3.2
Accessory Uses ................................................................................................................ 26
3.3
Access Requirements ....................................................................................................... 27
3.4
Basement or Cellar as Dwelling Unit ................................................................................. 28
3.5
Building to be Moved ........................................................................................................ 28
3.6
Existing Uses and Lots ...................................................................................................... 28
3.7
Garden Suites .................................................................................................................. 29
3.8
Group Homes ................................................................................................................... 30
3.9
Height Restrictions ........................................................................................................... 30
3.10 Hobby Farms .................................................................................................................... 31
3.11 Home industry.................................................................................................................. 31
3.12 Home Occupation............................................................................................................. 32
3.13 Hunt Camps and Snowmobile Camps ............................................................................... 32
3.14 Landscaped Open Space Requirements ........................................................................... 32
3.15 Licenses, Permits and Other By-laws ................................................................................ 33
3.16 Loading Space Requirements ........................................................................................... 33
3.17 More than One Lot or One Zone ........................................................................................ 34
3.18 Outdoor Storage ............................................................................................................... 35
3.19 Parking Regulations ......................................................................................................... 35
3.20 Parking Spaces Required ................................................................................................. 36
3.21 Prohibited Habitation........................................................................................................ 37
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3.22 Sight Triangles ................................................................................................................. 37
3.23 Signs ............................................................................................................................... 38
3.24 Uses Permitted in all Zones............................................................................................. 39
3.25 Uses Restricted in all Zones ............................................................................................ 40
3.26 Railway Crossing.............................................................................................................. 41
3.27 Secondary Dwelling Units ................................................................................................ 41
3.28 Special Setbacks - Watercourses and highways ............................................................ 42
3.29 Yard Encroachments ....................................................................................................... 43
3.30 Reduction of Interior Side Yard for Semi-detached Dwellings......................................... 43
3.31 Special Provisions to Permit Privately Owned and Operated Hydro-electric Generating
Facility (Former Glackmeyer By-law No. 877) ............................................................................. 44
3.32 Discarded Tires ............................................................................................................... 44
3.33 Special Provisions for TransCanada Pipeline................................................................... 44
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ZONE PROVISIONS ................................................................................................................. 45
4.1
Residential Zones............................................................................................................ 45
4.1.1
R1 - Residential First Density Zone......................................................................... 45
4.1.2
R2 -Residential Second Density Zone..................................................................... 47
4.1.3
R3 - Mobile Home Residential Zone ....................................................................... 49
4.2
Commercial Zones........................................................................................................... 51
4.2.1
C1 - Commercial Core Zone.................................................................................... 51
4.2.2
C2 - Commercial Transition Zone............................................................................ 54
4.2.3
C3 - Linear Mixed Commercial Zone ....................................................................... 56
4.3
Industrial Zones .............................................................................................................. 59
4.3.1
M1 - Industrial Zone ............................................................................................... 59
4.4
Open Space Zones.......................................................................................................... 62
4.4.1
OS - Park and Open Space Zone ............................................................................ 62
4.4.2
SEN - Sensitive Area Zone ....................................................................................... 64
4.5
Rural Zones ..................................................................................................................... 65
4.5.1
RU - Rural Zone....................................................................................................... 65
4.5.2
AG - Agricultural Zone ............................................................................................. 69
4.5.3
SD - Shoreline Development Zone ......................................................................... 72
4.5.4
HT - Hamlet Community Zone ................................................................................. 74
4.5.5
AC - Airport Commercial Zone ................................................................................. 76
4.5.6
MX - Mineral Extraction Zone .................................................................................. 78
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SPECIAL ZONES...................................................................................................................... 80
5.1
Special Zone Provisions .................................................................................................. 80
5.2
Special Residential First Density Zones .......................................................................... 81
5.2.1
R1-1 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2066-84)............................................ 81
5.2.2
R1-2 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2084-84)............................................ 81
5.2.3
R1-3 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2133-85)............................................ 81
5.2.4
R1-4 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2143-85)............................................ 82
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5.2.5
R1-5 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2144-85)............................................ 82
5.2.6
R1-6 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2183-85)............................................ 83
5.2.7
R1-7 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2186-85)............................................ 84
5.2.8
R1-8 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2213-86)............................................ 84
5.2.9
R1-9 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2356-87)............................................ 84
5.2.10
R1-10 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2460-89) ......................................... 85
5.2.11
R1-11 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2488-89) ......................................... 85
5.2.12
R1-12 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2830-95) ......................................... 86
5.2.13
R1-13 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2866-96) ......................................... 86
5.2.14
R1-14 (Town of Cochrane By-law No. 720-2010).................................................... 87
5.2.15
R1-15 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 488-2007) ....................................... 87
5.2.16
R1-16 (Town of Cochrane By-law No. 1110-2015) ................................................. 88
5.3
Special Residential Second Density Zones ..................................................................... 89
5.3.1
R2-1 (Town of Cochrane By-law No. 743-2010) ...................................................... 89
5.4
Special Mobile Home Residential Zones ......................................................................... 90
5.4.1
R3-1 (Mobile Home Residential Exception One: Former Glackmeyer Zoning By-law No.
839
................................................................................................................................. 90
5.5
Special Commercial Core Zones ..................................................................................... 91
5.5.1
C1-1 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2024-83)............................................ 91
5.5.2
C1-2 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2293-87)............................................ 91
5.5.3
C1-3 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2465-89)............................................ 92
5.5.4
C1-4 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2499-90)............................................ 92
5.6
Special Commercial Transition Zones ............................................................................. 93
5.6.1
C2-1 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2122-85)............................................ 93
5.6.2
C2-2 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2150-85)............................................ 93
5.7
Special Linear Mixed Commercial Zones ......................................................................... 94
5.7.1
C3-1 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 1880-81)............................................ 94
5.7.2
C3-2 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 1891-81)............................................ 94
5.7.3
C3-3 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2120-85)............................................ 94
5.7.4
C3-4 (Town of Cochrane Zoning By-law No. 785-2011) .......................................... 95
5.7.5
C3-5 (Town of Cochrane Zoning By-law No. 801-2011) .......................................... 95
5.7.6
C3-6 ......................................................................................................................... 95
5.7.7
C3-7 (Town of Cochrane Zoning By-law No. 1002-2014) ........................................ 95
5.8
Special Industrial Zones .................................................................................................. 97
5.8.1
M1-1 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2361-87) ........................................... 97
5.8.2
M1-2 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 2556-91) ........................................... 97
5.8.3
M1-3 (Town of Cochrane Zoning By-law No. 784-2011).......................................... 97
5.9
Special Parks & Open Space Zones................................................................................ 98
5.10 Special Sensitive Area Zones .......................................................................................... 99
5.11 Special Hamlet Community Zones ................................................................................ 100
5.12 Special Rural Zones ...................................................................................................... 101
5.12.1
RU-1 (Former Glackmeyer Zoning By-law No. 839) ................................................ 101
5.12.2
RU-2 (Former Glackmeyer Zoning By-law No. 839) ................................................ 101
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5.12.3
RU-3 (Former Glackmeyer Zoning By-law No. 839) ................................................... 101
5.12.4
RU-4 (Former Town of Cochrane By-law No. 1920-81) ............................................. 102
5.12.5
RU-5 (Former Glackmeyer Zoning By-law No. 854) ................................................... 102
5.12.6
RU-6 (Former Glackmeyer Zoning By-law No. 856) ................................................... 102
5.12.7
RU-7 (Former Glackmeyer Zoning By-law No. 913) ................................................... 103
5.12.8
RU-8 (Town of Cochrane By-law No. 1213-2016) ..................................................... 103
5.13 Special Agricultural Zones .............................................................................................. 104
5.13.1
AG-1 (Town of Cochrane By-law No. 1214-2017) ..................................................... 104
5.14 Special Shoreline Development Zones ............................................................................ 105
5.15 Special Airport Commercial Zones .................................................................................. 106
5.16 Special Mineral Extraction Zones.................................................................................... 107
5.17 Holding Zones ................................................................................................................ 108
5.18 Temporary Use By-laws................................................................................................... 109
6
ADMINISTRATION AND APPROVALS........................................................................................ 110
6.1
Administration and Enforcement .................................................................................... 110
6.2
Violation and Penalties ................................................................................................... 110
6.3
Validity ........................................................................................................................... 110
6.4
Other By-laws, Licenses, Permits and Regulations .......................................................... 110
6.5
Conflict........................................................................................................................... 111
6.6
Existing By-laws Repealed .............................................................................................. 111
6.7
Effective Date................................................................................................................. 111
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SCHEDULES .......................................................................................................................... 112
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1.1
TITLE OF BY-LAW
1.2
LANDS SUBJECT TO BY-LAW
1.3
CONFORMITY WITH BY-LAW
1.4
COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER RESTRICTIONS
1.5
SITE PLAN TO CONFORM
1.6
INTERPRETATION OF BY-LAW
This by-law may be cited as the "Cochrane and Suburban Planning Area Zoning By-law". [By-law No.
1300-2018]
The provisions of this By-law shall apply to all those lands lying within the limits of the Cochrane and
Suburban Planning Area ("the Planning Area") which are identified as constituting the zoned area on
Schedules A and B to this By-law. The Town of Cochrane is located in the Planning Area. The Planning
Area is also comprised of lands in parts of the following unincorporated townships:
-
Township of Fournier lying east of the Frederick House River;
-
Township of Brower lying west of the Abitibi River;
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Township of Kennedy lying west of the Abitibi River; and
-
Township of Hanna including registered Plan M-57 Cochrane, Plan M-234 Cochrane, and
Summer Resort Location MM.18. [By-law No. 1300-2018]
No building or structure shall hereafter be erected or altered, nor shall the use of any building,
structure or land hereafter be altered, in whole or in part, except in conformity with the provisions of
this By-law.
This By-law shall not be construed so as to reduce or mitigate any restrictions or regulations lawfully
imposed by the municipality, or any other governmental authority having jurisdiction to make such
restrictions or regulations.
Nothing contained in any site plan control by-law or site plan agreement shall be construed as
relieving any owner of lands within the zoned area from the obligation of complying fully with the
provisions of this By-law.
In this By-law, the definitions and interpretations set out in Section 2.0 shall apply, unless the
context clearly requires otherwise, and any words not specifically defined in this By-law shall carry
their customary meaning.
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1.8
"SHALL" IS MANDATORY
1.9
"USE" AND "OCCUPY"
1.10 RESERVES
1.11 CROWN RESERVES
1.12 REFERENCE TO OTHER LEGISLATION AND AGENCIES
In this By-law, unless otherwise specifically indicated, words used in the singular number include the
plural and vice versa; and words used in the masculine gender include the feminine and vice versa.
In this By-law, the word "shall" is mandatory and not directory.
In this By-law, unless the context is clearly otherwise, the verb "use" shall include "design for use",
"arrange for use", intend for use", "permit to be used" and "erect for use"; and the verb "occupy"
shall include "design for occupation", "arrange for occupation", "intend for occupation", "permit to
be occupied" and "erect for occupation".
Where a lot line of a lot abuts a reserve established by a public agency to restrict or control access to
an abutting public road from such lot, the said lot shall be deemed to abut the said road and such
reserve shall be deemed to constitute part of the said lot for the purpose of determining compliance
with this By-law, except that this provision shall not be construed as permitting access from such lot
to the said road across such reserve.
Where the lot line of a lot abuts a Crown Reserve adjacent to a waterbody, such reserve shall be
deemed to constitute part of the said lot for the purpose of determining compliance with this By-law
except that no building permit shall be issued for any part of such reserve where the Ministry of
Natural Resources has not approved such construction.
1)
Where this By-law makes reference to legislation of the Government of Ontario or the
Government of Canada, such references shall be deemed to include any and all
amendments or successors thereto or regulations thereunder.
2)
Where this By-law makes reference to the jurisdiction of a public agency, and where the
name or responsibilities of such public agency are changed hereafter, the said reference
shall be deemed to include any and all successors to such public agency having jurisdiction
over the matters to which the said reference applies.
1.7
SINGULAR AND PLURAL WORDS AND GENDERS
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1.14 INTERPRETATION OF ZONE SCHEDULES
The Schedules attached to this By-law are herby made a part of this By-law as fully and to all intents
and purposes as though recited in full herein.
The extent and boundaries of all zones are set out on the Zone Maps comprising Schedule "A" and
"B" to this By-law and shall be interpreted in accordance with the following provisions:
1)
Boundaries of zones shall be construed, wherever possible, to be concurrent with lot lines,
property boundaries, street lines, high water marks, top of bank, boundaries of right-of-ways
for railways, hydro-electric transmission corridors or pipelines, boundaries of registered plans
or municipal boundaries existing on the date of passing of this By-law.
2)
Where the location of a boundary of a zone on Schedule "A" or "B" to this By-law or on a
schedule to any amendment to this By-law is not clearly shown on such schedule or cannot
be determined in accordance with clause (a) of this subsection, the location of such zone
boundary shall be measured on such zone schedule at the scale of such schedule and shall
be deemed to be the centre point of the line on such schedule which denotes the said
boundary.
3)
Where a zone boundary is shown on a Schedule "A" or "B" to this By-law, the zone symbol
within the boundary shall apply to all lands within such boundary.
1.13 ZONE SCHEDULES PART OF BY-LAW
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For the purpose of this By-law, the definitions and interpretations given in this Section shall govern:
1)
Abut or Abutting means directly and immediately contiguous, physically touching, or sharing a
common wall or lot line.
2)
Accessory, when used to describe a use, building, structure or activity, means a use, building,
structure or activity which is normally incidental, secondary, subordinate and exclusively
devoted to a main use, building, structure or activity and located on the same lot therewith.
3)
Agricultural Use means an area of land used for:
a) the cultivation or tillage of soil;
b) the growing and harvesting of vegetables, fruits, grains, seed crops, berries, trees,
sod, flowers or landscaping materials;
c) the erection and use of a greenhouse;
d) the grazing, breeding, raising, boarding or training of livestock of all kinds;
e) dairying;
f) syrup collecting;
g) beekeeping; or
h) any other operation normally associated with farming, with or without accessory
buildings, structures or uses including, without limiting the generality of the
foregoing, the use and storage of equipment or machinery needed to accomplish the
foregoing activities, and a farm sales outlet.
Agriculture use shall not be construed to include commercial activities related to agriculture
such as abattoirs, growing mushrooms, tanneries and retail sale outlets, or manufacturing
and processing activities involving farm crops or animal products such as cheese factories,
grain mills or retail seed sales.
4)
Airport means an area of land used primarily for the takeoff and landing of aircraft, with or
without terminal facilities, flight control structures, fuel storage facilities, offices and aircraft
storage, supply, maintenance and repair facilities as accessory uses thereto.
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5)
Alter or Change means:
a) when used in reference to a building or structure, or part thereof,
i) to change any one or more of the external dimensions of such building or
structure,
ii) to make any change in the supporting members or to the type of construction of
the exterior walls or roof of such building or structure,
iii) to alter the use of such building or structure,
iv) to change the location of such building or structure;
b) when used in reference to a lot,
i) to change the lot area, lot depth, lot frontage, water frontage or lot coverage of
such lot,
ii) to change the width, depth or area of any yard, court, setback, landscaped open
space or parking area of such lot,
iii) to change the location of any boundary of such lot, whether such alteration is
made by conveyance or alienation of any such portion of such lot or otherwise, or
iv) to alter the use of such lot;
c) when used in reference to a use,
i) to discontinue and replace, in whole or in part, a use specifically defined in this
By-law with any other use specifically defined in this By-law or with any use not
specifically defined in this By-law;
ii) in the case of an industrial use, to change the mode of operation of such
industrial use or the type of commodity being produced or processed,
iii) in the case of a residential use, to change the number of dwelling units or guest
rooms in a dwelling or rooming house, or to change the number of mobile home
dwellings in a mobile home park, or
iv) in the case of a use not specifically define in this By-law, to change in any way the
type or scale of such use.
6)
Attached means when referring to an accessory building, attached horizontally to a main
building on the same lot; or when referring to a main building, attached horizontally to
another main building either on the same lot or on an adjacent lot.
7)
Auto Body Shop means a vehicle repair shop engaged primarily in the repairing or painting of
vehicle bodies.
8)
Automotive Use means a building, structure or lot, or part thereof, where vehicles are sold,
rented, serviced, fuelled, maintained, repaired or cleaned for compensation and/or
remuneration and includes, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, any use defined
in this by-law as a form of "automotive use" but does not include any other use defined in
this by-law.
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9)
Automobile Service Station means an automotive use where fuels, lubricants, batteries and
accessories are offered for retail sale and may include an accessory convenience store, and
that contains facilities for the minor repairs, maintenance or cleaning of vehicles indoors,
other than the repairing or painting of vehicle bodies, but does not include any other
automotive use defined in this by-law.
10)
Bank means a financial institution where money is deposited, kept, lent and exchanged, and
includes, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the business premises of a trust
company, caisse populaire or a credit union.
11)
Bar means licensed drinking establishment, the principal business of which is to serve any
sort of alcoholic beverages to the public for consumption on the premises, and includes a
pub.
12)
Basement (Definition as per Building Code)
13)
Bed and Breakfast Establishment means a private dwelling in which the occupant of the
dwelling supplies to other persons for gain or profit, lodging and meals for short term
occupancy by the traveling or vacationing public, which shall contain not more than four
guest rooms.
14)
Building means an enclosed structure, consisting of wall and roof, used for the shelter,
accommodation or enclosure of persons, animals or goods and chattels, but does not
include any vehicle.
15)
Building By-law means any bylaw of the Corporation passed pursuant to the Building Code
Act.
16)
Building Height See Height
17)
Building Permit means a permit required by the Building By-law.
18)
Building Separation means the shortest horizontal dimension between the closest parts of
any two detached buildings on the same lot.
19)
Building Supply Store means an establishment engaged in the wholesale or retail sale of
building or construction supplies, or accessories including, without limiting the generality of
the foregoing, lumber, millwork, cement, siding, roofing, plumbing or electrical supplies and
heating, cooling or ventilating systems.
20)
Bulk Retail Outlet means a retail store where primarily large, bulky or unwieldy items
including, but not necessarily restricted to, furniture, appliances, machinery, floor coverings
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and landscaping and gardening supplies or implements, are offered for sale or rent, but does
not include a retail lumber yard, garden nursery, automotive use, industrial use or
agricultural use.
21)
Bus Terminal means an establishment where commercial passenger vehicles pick up and
discharge fare-paying passengers, with or without accessory business offices, retail stores,
restaurants and refreshment rooms.
22)
Business and Professional Office means a building or part thereof in which one or more
persons is employed in administering, managing, directing or conducting a public or private
agency, a business, office, a brokerage or a labour or fraternal organization, and includes,
without limiting the generality of the foregoing, an office accessory to a permitted non-
residential use, a bank or other financial institution, a professional office, a courier service, a
newspaper publisher, or a real estate or insurance agent, but does not include a retail store.
23)
By-law Enforcement Officer means a person duly appointed by Council as a By-law
Enforcement Officer and charged with the duty of enforcing the by-laws of the Corporation.
24)
Campground means an area of land in which the space and facilities are provided for the
temporary accommodation of persons in tents, tent trailers, campers or recreation vehicles
for vacation or recreational purposes, and may include accessory uses such as a
laundromat, convenience store or recreational uses primarily for persons using the
campground.
25)
Car Port means a partially enclosed private garage, having a roof but open at each end and
on at least one side except for any necessary structural roof supports.
26)
Car Wash means an automotive use containing manual or automated facilities for washing or
cleaning vehicles, but does not include any other automotive use defined herein.
27)
Cellar (Definition as per Building Code)
28)
Cemetery means an area of land reserved or used in interring the dead or placing or burying
the remains or ashes of human corpses and which is regulated by the Cemeteries Act, but
does not include a funeral home.
29)
Chief Building Official means the person duly appointed by Council as the Chief Building
Official and charged with the duty of enforcing the provisions of the Building Code Act,
together with any regulations thereunder, and of the Building By-law.
29.1) Cochrane and Suburban Planning Area means the lands that are under the jurisdiction of the
Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board and includes the Town of Cochrane and the
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unincorporated townships of Fournier, Brower, Kennedy, and Hanna including registered Plan
M-57 Cochrane, Plan M-234 Cochrane, and Summer Resort Location MM.18. [By-law No.
1300-2018]
29.2) Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board means the planning authority that has jurisdiction
over the Cochrane and Suburban Planning Area. [By-law No. 1300-2018]
30)
Commercial means a building structure, lot, use or activity pertaining to the buying, selling or
renting of commodities or the supplying of services for remuneration, gain or profit, but does
not include activities associated primarily with an industrial use or with any construction
work.
31)
Commercial Vehicle means a vehicle licensed by the Province of Ontario as a public vehicle;
or as a commercial vehicle.
32)
Community Centre means a building used for community activities whether used for
commercial purposes or not, and the control of which is vested in the municipality, a local
board or agent thereof.
33)
Conforming or Conformity means conforming to all applicable provisions of requirements of
this By-law.
34)
Conservation Use means land used solely for the preservation and enhancement of the
natural environment and may include a conservation area or conservation reserve.
35)
Convenience Store means a retail store wherein various convenience and items of a day-to-
day personal or household use or necessity including, without limiting the generality of the
foregoing, groceries, meats, beverages, dairy products, light hardware products, tobacco
products, pharmaceutical drugs, magazines and newspapers, are offered for sale.
36)
Corporation means the Corporation of the Town of Cochrane.
37)
Council means the municipal council of the Corporation of the Town of Cochrane.
38)
Day Nursery means a building or part thereof duly licensed by the Province of Ontario as a
day nursery under the Day Nurseries Act.
39)
Detached means not attached.
40)
Development means the erection of one or more buildings or structures on land or the
making of an addition or alteration to a building or structure that has the effect of
substantially increasing the size or usability thereof, or the laying out and establishment of a
commercial parking lot or a mobile home park.
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41)
Driveway means a passageway which provides vehicular access to parking areas or loading
areas on a lot, from a road.
42)
Dwelling means a building containing one or more dwelling units as a main use thereof.
a) Apartment Dwelling means a separate building containing three or more dwelling
units sharing a common corridor or stair well.
b) Duplex Dwelling means a dwelling containing two dwelling units, but does not include
any dwelling erected as, or in the form of, a pair of semi-detached dwellings.
c) Single Detached Dwelling means a freestanding single dwelling, but does not include
a mobile home dwelling.
d) Semi-Detached Dwelling means one of a freestanding pair of single dwellings
attached together horizontally, in whole or in part above grade and divided vertically
from each other by a common wall extending as least one storey above grade.
e) Triplex Dwelling means a one of a group of three single dwellings attached together
horizontally, in whole or in part above grade and divided vertically from each other by
a common wall extending at least one storey above grade.
f) Boarding House Dwelling means a single detached dwelling containing three or more
accessory guest rooms.
g) Mobile Home Dwelling means a freestanding single dwelling designed to be made
mobile and constructed or manufactured to provide a permanent residence for one
or more persons.
h) Modular Home Dwelling means a single detached dwelling consisting of two or more
modules which has been prefabricated or manufactured in a factory remote from the
site where it is intended to be used and transported to the site for installation on a
permanent foundation, but does not include a mobile home dwelling, a recreation
vehicle, a travel trailer or tent trailer or trailer otherwise designed.
i) Multiple Attached Dwelling means a dwelling which contains three or more dwelling
units divided vertically and/or horizontally, each unit of which has independent
access to the outdoors.
j) Seasonal Dwelling means a single detached dwelling or mobile home dwelling
erected and used as a secondary place of residence for seasonal vacations and
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recreational purposes and not as the principal residence of the owner or occupant
thereof.
k) Secondary Dwelling means a self-contained dwelling unit created by either an interior
renovation within an existing dwelling, or as an exterior addition, provided that one
entire face of the addition is attached to the principal dwelling, and shall not be
considered a second dwelling on the lot for the purposes of this By-law.
43)
Dwelling Unit means a suite of one or more inter-connected habitable rooms which is
occupied and used in common by one or more persons as a single, distinct and self-
contained housekeeping establishment; and contains cooking and toilet facilities for the
exclusive common use of the occupants thereof.
44)
Dwelling Unit, Accessory means a dwelling unit accessory to a permitted non-residential use
on the same lot and occupied by either an owner of such lot or by a person employed
thereon.
45)
Erect means to build, place, construct, reconstruct, relocate or alter by means of an addition,
enlargement or extension, and includes any preliminary physical operation preparatory to
such work including, but not so as to limit the generality of the foregoing, excavating, filling or
draining.
46)
Existing and Exist means existing as of the date of passing of this By-law.
47)
Extractive Use means a mine, a pit, a quarry or a wayside pit or quarry as defined in this By-
law.
48)
Farm Sales Outlet means a building or structure, accessory to an agricultural use, where
processed or unprocessed farm produce originating primarily on the same lot therewith is
offered for retail sale in season.
49)
Farm means land used for the tillage of soil and the growing of vegetables, fruits, grains and
other staple crops, and includes, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, land used
for animal husbandry, dairying, production of animal products such as milk, eggs, wool, fur or
honey, or wood lots.
50)
Farmer's Market means an establishment or premises where primarily processed or
unprocessed farm products and agricultural products are sold at retail from covered or
uncovered areas designed for individual retailers.
51)
Fence means a structure which forms a barrier for enclosing, screening, bounding,
delineating or protecting land.
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52)
Finished Grade means when used in reference to a building or structure, the average
elevation of the finished surface of the ground where it meets the exterior face of such
building or structure; exclusive of any wells providing light or ventilation to basement areas
and exclusive of any embankments, planters, or any other such structure placed or
constructed along the base of any wall, building or structure.
53)
Flood Plain means an area of land susceptible to flooding due to an overflow of a waterbody
in the event of a Regional Design Storm as approved by the Province of Ontario.
54)
Floor Area means the area of the floor surface of a storey or part thereof within a building.
55)
Floor Area, Gross means the aggregate of the floor areas of all storeys of a building, other
than an unfinished attic or unfinished basement from the face of the exterior walls.
56)
Forestry Use means an area of land used for the cultivating or harvesting trees, with or
without sawing, splitting or sale of timber originating solely on the same lot therewith as uses
accessory thereto.
57)
Fuel Depot means an establishment engaged in the bulk storage, bulk sale or bulk delivery
of combustible or inflammable solids, liquids or gases, with or without one or more tanks
used for the bulk storage of such substances.
58)
Funeral Home means a building or part thereof wherein human corpses are preserved or
otherwise prepared for interment or cremation and may include, without limiting the
generality of the foregoing, the sale of caskets and funeral accessories.
59)
Garage, Commercial or Public means an automotive use engaged in the storage, repair and
maintenance primarily of commercial or public vehicles.
60)
Garage, Private means a building or structure, or part thereof, which accommodates an
accessory parking area and in which there is no facilities for repairing or servicing of such
vehicles for remuneration or commercial use.
61)
Garden Centre means an establishment engaged in the retail sale of garden and landscaping
supplies including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, trees, shrubs, flowers,
plants, seeds and bulbs, and the retail sale of landscaping accessories such as fertilizers,
weed-killers, pesticides, garden tools and equipment and lawn furnishings.
62)
Garden Suite means a one-unit detached residential structure containing bathroom and
kitchen facilities that is accessory to an existing residential structure and that is designed to
be portable.
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63)
Gas Bar means a main or accessory automotive use where vehicle fuels and lubricants are
offered for retail sale, and may include an accessory convenience store.
64)
Guest Room means a habitable room or suite of habitable rooms wherein accommodation,
with or without meals, is provided for gain or profit to one or more persons, but which
contains no facilities for cooking.
65)
Group Home means a single housekeeping unit in a residential dwelling in which three to ten
persons (excluding staff) live together under responsible supervision consistent with the
requirements of its residents and which is licensed and/or approved under Provincial statute
and in compliance with municipal by-laws.
66)
Habitable Room means an indoor area designed or used for human living, sleeping, cooking
or eating.
67)
Hardware Store means a retail store engaged primarily in the indoor sale of hardware and
home maintenance and improvement supplies.
68)
Height, when used in reference to a building or structure, means the vertical dimension
between the finished grade of the walls of such building or the side of such structure facing
the front lot line and:
a) in the case of a flat roof or a one-slope roof having a slope less than 20 degrees from
horizontal, the highest point of the roof surface;
b) in the case of a mansard roof, the deck line;
c) in the case of a gabled or hip roof, or a one-sloped roof having a slope of not less
than 20 degrees from the horizontal, the average level between eaves and ridge;
d) in the case of a gambrel roof, the average level between peak and the tops of walls
supporting the gambrel roof system;
e) in the case of a structure not having a roof, the topmost part of such structure; or
f) where an exterior building wall extends above the top of the roof of a building, the
topmost part of such exterior wall.
69)
Hereafter means after the date of the passing of this By-law.
70)
Herein means anywhere in this By-law or in any schedules to this By-law.
71)
Hereof means of this By-law.
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72)
Hereto means to this By-law or attached to this By-law, as the context requires.
73)
Highway Commercial means a commercial use orientated to automobile and truck traffic and
tourist population."
74)
Hobby Farm means a parcel of land having a maximum area of 4.0 hectares which is used
primarily for residential purposes and which may also be used for the raising of specialty
crops and farm animals for the private use of the owner or tenant.
75)
Home Industry means any occupation or enterprise which is carried out as a use accessory
to the main agricultural or residential use of a property and only by a person or persons
residing on the property.
76)
Home Occupation means an occupation, business, trade or craft conducted for gain or profit
as an accessory use within a dwelling unit by one or more persons residing therein.
77)
Home for the Aged means a nursing home or convalescent home for elderly people.
78)
Hotel means a building or part of a building designed or used for the purposed of providing
overnight guest room accommodation to the traveling or vacationing public, served by a
common building entrance, with or without accessory restaurants, dining rooms, meeting or
refreshment rooms, but does not include any residential use.
79)
Hunt or Snowmobile Camp means a building or structure consisting of one or more rooms
and may contain facilities for the preparation of food and overnight accommodation on a
temporary basis but shall not include any other establishments or use as may be defined in
this By-law.
79.1) Individual Self-storage Units means units that are distinctly physically separated containing
an independent access to the unit and designed to be rented or leased on a short-term basis
to the general public for private storage of personal goods, materials and equipment. [By-law
No. 1214-2017]
80)
Industrial Use means the use of land building or structure for the purpose of manufacturing,
assembling, making, preparing, inspecting, ornamenting, finishing, treating, altering,
repairing, warehousing, or storage or adapting for sale of any goods, substances, articles or
thing and including the storage of building and construction equipment and materials as
distinguished from the buying and selling of commodities and the supplying of personal
services, and related accessory uses such as transportation, wholesaling, storage and
shipping, but does not include an extractive use or a salvage yard.
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81)
Industrial Use, Light means an industrial use engaged in, or use for producing apparel and
finished textile products; warehousing or storing goods or materials indoors; printing,
duplicating or bookbinding; manufacturing finished paper and allied products other than
processing wood pulp; producing cosmetics, drugs and other pharmaceutical supplies;
manufacturing finished lumber products, light metal products, light machinery, electronic
products, finished plasticware, porcelain, earthenware, glassware or similar articles
including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, furniture, housewares, monuments,
toys, musical instruments, jewellery, watches, precision instruments, filters, radios and
electronic components, but does not include a tannery or any industrial use accessory to an
extractive use.
82)
Institutional Use means land building or structure or part thereof used by any government
agency, organization, group or association for the promotion of governmental, religious,
charitable, educational, medical or hospital purposes, benevolent objectives or public
services and which is not operated for gain or profit including, without limiting the generality
of the foregoing, a children's home, a place of worship, a day nursery, a hospital, a public
medical centre, a private club, a non-profit or charitable institution, a special care home, a
recreation and community centre, a public or private school, or any other public use other
than a public utility, but excluding a mental hospital or any place of detention or correction.
83)
Kennel means a building or structure where animals, birds or other livestock intended or
used as domestic household pets are kept or boarded and the operation is registered by the
Canadian Kennel Club.
83.1) Landscaping Business means the use of lands, buildings or structures for the purpose of
landscaping and gardening where supplies are kept and may include the storage of
necessary machinery and vehicles used in connection with such business. [By-law No. 1213-
2016]
84)
Landscaped Open Space means an area of open land used and maintained for the growth
and cultivation of grass, flowers, shrubs, trees and other vegetation; the conservation of
natural features, including rock formations, waterbodies and woodlots; or the provision of
landscaping features including, but not necessarily restricted to, planting strips, play areas,
permitted outdoor swimming pools, surfaced walks and patios.
85)
Legal Existing or Legally Existing:
a) when used in reference to a use, lot, building or structure, means:
i) a use, lot, building or structure existing lawfully as of the date of passing of this
By-law; or
ii) a building or structure the plans for which were approved prior to the passing of
this By-law.
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b) when used in reference to a registered lot, means a registered lot which:
i) is or has been held under distinct and separate ownership from abutting
registered lots continuously from the date of passing of this By-law;
ii) was subject to a consent approved pursuant to the Planning Act prior to the date
of passing of this By-law, and was subsequently severed; or
iii) is located in a plan of subdivision registered prior to the date of passing of this
By-law.
86)
Loading Space means an off-street space or bay located on the same lot as a permitted use
and used for the temporary parking of a vehicle loading or unloading merchandise or
materials pertinent to such use, and which has unobstructed access to a street.
87)
Lot Definitions:
a) Lot means an area of land under one ownership, other than a road, which may be
used as the site of one or more main buildings, structures or uses, together with any
buildings, structures or uses accessory thereto, regardless of whether or not such
area of land constitutes a registered lot.
b) Corner Lot means a lot located directly adjacent either to an intersection or two or
more roads, an intersection of a road and an unopened road allowance of the
municipality, or to a bend in a road, where the said intersection or bend has an
interior angle, measured along the side lot lines of such lot, of not more than 135
degrees, but does not include any lot having three or more distinct interior lot lines
where such lot is so shaped that, if it were deemed to be an interior lot, the frontage
of such lot would be less than the lot depth thereof.
c) Interior Lot means any lot which abuts a road which is not a corner lot.
d) Through Lot means an interior lot abutting two or more roads.
e) Waterfront Lot means a lot having a shoreline but no street line.
88)
Lot Area means the total horizontal area within the lot lines of a lot, excluding any part of a
navigable waterbody.
89)
Lot Coverage means that part or a lot, or percentage of the lot area of a lot, covered by the
perpendicular projections onto a horizontal plane of all buildings on the lot.
90)
Lot Depth means the shortest horizontal distance between the mid-point of the front lot line
and the mid-point of the rear lot line of the said lot.
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91)
Lot Frontage means the horizontal distance between the side lot lines of a lot, such distance
being measured along a line perpendicular to the side lot lines, in the case either of a lot
having parallel side lot lines or of a corner lot having a bent corner but where the side lot
lines are parallel except for such bend; or along a line which is parallel to, and 6 m distance
from, the front lot line, in any other case.
92)
Lot Line Definitions:
a) Lot Line means any boundary of a lot or the vertical projection thereof.
b) Front Lot Line means:
i) in the case of an interior lot line other than a through lot, the street line of such
lot.
ii) in the case of a corner lot where the street lines are not of equal length, the
shorter street line; and where the street lines are of equal length, either street
line shall be deemed the front lot line.
iii) in the case of a waterfront lot, the shoreline of the lot.
c) Rear Lot Line means the lot line furthest from, and opposite to the front lot line.
d) Side Lot Line means a lot line which is not a front lot line or a rear lot line.
e) Flankage Lot Line means the side lot line of a corner lot which is also a street.
f) Interior Lot Line means a lot line which is not a street line.
g) Interior Side Lot Line means a side lot line which is not a street line.
93)
Main, when used to describe a use, building or structure, means a use or structure which
constitutes, or a building in which is conducted, a principal or main use of the lot where such
use, building or structure is located.
94)
Medical Office means a professional office used by medical doctors, dentists, optometrists,
chiropractors or drugless practitioners for the purposes of consultation, diagnosis or
treatment, but shall not include a drug rehabilitation clinic. A Medical Office shall exclude a
Methadone Treatment Centre. [By-law No. 878-2012]
94.1) Methadone Treatment Centre means a building or part of a building in which Methadone is
prescribed or dispensed and where support or counselling services may be provided but does
not include a medical office as a defined. [By-law No. 878-2012]
95)
Mine means a mine within the meaning of the Mining Act.
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96)
Mining Use means offices, processing facilities, and storage areas associated with an
operating mine, but shall not include a mine as defined in the Mining Act.
97)
Mobile Home Park means a lot containing two or more mobile home dwellings on separate
mobile home sites, with or without buildings, structures or uses accessory thereto.
98)
Mobile Home Site means an area of land within a mobile home park which is used as the site
of, and pertains to, not more than one mobile home dwelling.
99)
Motel means a building, or a part of a building or a group of buildings used primarily for the
purpose of providing overnight accommodation to the traveling public, with or without
accessory restaurants, dining rooms or refreshment rooms, and includes any establishment
containing guest rooms which is defined as a "hotel" in the Hotel Registration of Guests Act,
but does not include any residential use.
100)
Municipality means the Municipality of the Corporation of the Town of Cochrane.
101)
Navigable Waterbody means a waterbody sufficiently deep and wide to give passage to a
boat.
102)
Non-commercial means not commercial.
103)
Non-conforming and Non-conformity, when used in reference to a use, lot, building or
structure, means a use, lot, building or structure which does not conform to, or comply with,
one or more of the provisions of this By-law, or which is not permitted by this By-law.
104)
Office means a business office or professional office.
105)
Open Space Use means an outdoor recreation area, agricultural use, forestry use or a public
park.
106)
Open Storage means the storage of goods and materials, or the display and sale of goods
and materials including vehicles for hire or sale, outside a building.
107)
Open Storage Area means an area of land used for open storage.
108)
Operating Farm means a farm which is in full agricultural production and which requires full
time farm help.
109)
Outdoor Recreation Area means an area of public or private land consisting mainly of
landscaped open space or other open areas and used for commercial or non-commercial
outdoor recreational purposes.
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110)
Parking Area means an outdoor, indoor or underground area which is provided on a lot for
the temporary parking of one or more vehicles, and shall not include the storage or parking
of vehicles for hire and gain, display or sale.
111)
Parking Lot means a parking area which constitutes the main use on a lot and where
vehicles are parked for remuneration, and does not include the sale of new or used vehicles
or the storing of impounded or wrecked vehicles.
112)
Parking Space means that portion of a parking area, exclusive or any driveway or parking
aisle, which is used for the temporary parking of not more than one vehicle.
113)
Personal Service Shop means a building or part thereof wherein a personal service is
performed, including, but not necessarily restricted to, a barber shop, a beauty salon, a shoe
repair shop, a tailor or dress making shop, a dry cleaning depot, a Laundromat, a
photographic studio or the premises of an optician, but does not include any other use
defined herein or any body rub parlor or adult entertainment parlour as defined in the
Municipal Act.
114)
Pit means a pit as defined in the Aggregate Resources Act, but does not include a wayside
pit.
115)
Place of Assembly means a private or public building used primarily for meetings, banquets,
conferences, arts and craft shows and trade shows, fashion shows and similar activities.
116)
Place of Worship means a building owned or occupied by a bona fide religious congregation
or religious organization and dedicated exclusively to worship and related religious, social
and charitable activities.
117)
Place of Entertainment means a cinema or other theatre, auditorium, public hall, billiard or
pool room, bowling alley, ice or roller skating rink, dance hall or music hall but does not
include a drive-in theatre or adult entertainment/videotape parlour as defined under the
Municipal Act, R.S.O., 2001, as amended.
117.1) Planning Area - see "Cochrane and Suburban Planning Area." [By-law No. 1300-2018]
118)
Primarily means mainly but not necessarily exclusively.
119)
Private means not public.
120)
Private Cabin means an accessory building used for temporary human habitation but
containing no cooking facilities.
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121)
Private Club means a private athletic, recreational or social club which is not operated for
gain or profit, including fraternal organizations.
122)
Public, when used in reference to a building, structure, use or lot, means a building,
structure, use or lot which is owned, occupied, used or administered by a public agency.
123)
Public Agency means the Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, the Town of
Cochrane or any other municipal corporation; any ministry, department, commission,
corporation, authority, board or other agency established from time to time by the
Government of Ontario, the Town of Cochrane or any other municipal corporation; or any
public utility.
124)
Public Park means an area of public land used primarily for active or passive recreational
purposes of any kind or as a conservation area, including any buildings and structures
thereto, and without limiting the generality of the foregoing may include an arena, a baseball
field, tennis courts, hiking trails, playground facilities, conservation uses, open space and a
heritage or historical site.
125)
Public Utility means any agency, corporation, board or commission, or any department of the
Town of Cochrane, providing electricity, gas, steam, water, telegraph, telephone, cable
television, transportation, drainage or sewage refuse or collection and disposal services to
the general public, and includes without limiting the generality of the foregoing, any public
utility defined in the Municipal Act, R.S.O., 2001, as amended and the Public Utilities Act, as
amended; and, any railway company subject to the Railways Act; or any use, other than an
office, pertaining directly to the provision of such services, and includes, without limiting the
generality of the foregoing, any public works yard or automotive use associated therewith.
126)
Public Water System means a distribution system for potable water consisting of pipes and
related pumping stations, treatment and purification facilities, reservoirs, stand pipes, water
towers, hydrants and other appurtenances, owned and operated by the Town or other public
agency.
127)
Quarry means a quarry as defined in the Aggregate Resources Act, but does not include a
wayside quarry.
128)
Recreation and Community Centre means an establishment where participatory athletic,
recreational or physical fitness facilities are provided, and includes without limiting the
generality of the foregoing, a community centre, a health, fitness, and exercise spa or club,
an ice or roller skating rink, a squash or tennis facility and an outdoor recreation area.
129)
Registered Lot means a parcel of land under one ownership which is shown as a lot or block
on a registered plan of subdivision; or comprises all the land described in a document legally
capable of conveying an interest in land by way of deed, transfer, mortgage, charge,
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agreement of sale and purchase or otherwise, but does not include a parcel of land created
as a reserve or a road, or for the express purpose of realigning a common property boundary
between abutting land holdings.
130)
Required or Requirement means required by this By-law and requirement has a
corresponding meaning.
131)
Residential Use means a dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming house, or any use accessory
thereto.
132)
Restaurant means a building or part thereof where food is prepared and offered for retail
sale to the general public for consumption either on or off the premises, but does not include
a refreshment room.
133)
Retail Store means a building, structure or lot, or part thereof, where goods, wares,
merchandise, commodities, substances, foodstuffs, household items, articles or things of
any kind are stored, kept, offered or displayed for retail sale or rental to the general public.
134)
Residential Lot means a lot containing a permitted residential building as the main use
thereof and located in a Residential Zone, Agricultural Zone, Rural Zone or Hamlet
Community Zone.
135)
Road means a public thoroughfare for vehicular and pedestrian traffic which is assumed and
maintained year round by/and under the jurisdiction of the Town of Cochrane or the Province
of Ontario.
a) Seasonal Road means a public thoroughfare for vehicular and pedestrian traffic
which is assumed and maintained, but not year round by/and under the jurisdiction
of the Town of Cochrane or the Province of Ontario.
b) Private Access Road means a private thoroughfare for vehicular and pedestrian
traffic held under private ownership legally registered as a right-of-way or located on
Crown land and which is not maintained by the Town of Cochrane or the Province of
Ontario.
136)
Rooming House means a building or part thereof which contains one or more guest rooms as
the main use thereof and where accommodation, with or without meals, is provided for gain
or profit, but does not include a hotel or any dwelling or an institutional use.
137)
Sanitary Sewer System means a system of underground conduits and related
appurtenances, operated by the Corporation or other public agency, which carries sanitary
sewage or industrial waste to a sewage treatment facility.
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138)
School means a school under the jurisdiction of the Education Act, or a college, university,
vocational school, technical school or any other educational establishment or institution
where students are trained, instructed or educated.
139)
Serviced Lot means a lot which is serviced by both a public water system and a public
sanitary sewer system.
140)
Sewage Treatment Facility means a building or structure, approved by the Ontario Ministry of
the Environment for the treatment of sanitary or industrial waste.
141)
Sign means a name, identification, symbol, description, device, display, illustration or group
of letters which is affixed to, or is painted or otherwise represented directly or indirectly upon,
a building or structure for identification, information or advertising purposes.
142)
Site Plan Control By-law means any by-law of the Town of Cochrane passed pursuant to
Section 41 of the Planning Act.
143)
Sight Triangle means that triangular portion of a lot which is situated adjacent to an
intersection of two or more roads; and is delineated by the two intersecting lot lines abutting
such roads, and a straight line drawn to connect a pair of points located on the said lot lines
at a distance specified in this By-law from their point of intersection.
144)
Specialized Agricultural Operation means an agricultural use of land which include
beekeeping, and the growing and harvesting of vegetables, fruits, seed crops, berries, trees
and flowers.
145)
Storm Sewer System, Public means a system of conduits, ditches and related
appurtenances, under the jurisdiction of the Town of Cochrane, or other public agency, which
carries storm surface water and storm drainage but not sanitary sewage or industrial waste.
146)
Street Line means a lot line dividing a lot from a road and is the limit of the road allowance.
147)
Structure means anything placed, constructed or erected, the use of which required location
on or in the ground, or attached to something located on or in the ground, but does not
include the permanent way of a railway or any paved surface located directly on the ground.
148)
Technology Industry means an operation related to the manufacture, assembly, packaging,
or storage of advanced electronic or computer devices and/or data.
149)
Tourist Outfitter's Establishment means an establishment which operates throughout all or
part of a year which may or may not furnish overnight accommodation and facilities for
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serving meals and furnishes equipment, supplies or services to persons in connection with
angling, hunting, camping or other similar recreational purposes.
150)
Town means the Corporation of the Town of Cochrane.
151)
Transport Terminal means any premises where commercial vehicles are kept for hire, rental
or lease, or are stored or parked for remuneration, or from which commercial vehicles are
dispatched for hire as common carriers.
152)
Transportation Hub/Marshalling Area means any lot where vehicles are stored or parked with
or without remuneration, or from where commercial vehicles are dispatched and without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, may include an employee and visitor parking lot,
parking for mine busses and a bus marshalling area
153)
Unserviced Lot means a lot which is not a serviced lot.
154)
Use means the purpose for which a lot, building or structure, or any combination or part
thereof, is designed, arranged, occupied or maintained.
155)
Vehicle means any carriage, conveyance or other device capable of being propelled, driven or
drawn by any kind of power, including motor power or wind power, and includes without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, a passenger automobile, trailer, truck, boat aircraft,
tractor, farm implement, mobile crane or shovel, snowmobile or motorcycle, but does not
include a pedal bicycle, canoe or other device powered solely by means of human effort, or a
mobile home dwelling.
156)
Water Access, when used in reference to a lot, means a lot located adjacent to, and
accessible directly from, a navigable waterbody which has boat docking facilities which are
permanently provided and available to the public and which are accessible from a road or
private access.
157)
Waterbody means the natural or man-made channel of an open stream of water or any area
below the high water mark of an open body of water.
158)
Water Frontage means the straight horizontal distance between the two most widely
separated points on any one shoreline or a lot.
159)
Water System, Public means a distribution system for potable water consisting of pipes and
related pumping stations, treatment and purification facilities, reservoirs, stand pipes, water
towers, hydrants and other appurtenances, owned and operated by the Corporation or other
public agency.
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160)
Wayside Pit or Quarry means a temporary pit or quarry opened and used by or for a public
road authority solely for the purpose of a particular project or contract of road construction
and not located on the road right-of-way.
161)
Yard Definitions:
a) Yard means an area of land which is appurtenant to, and located on the same lot as,
a main building or structure, and is open, uncovered and unoccupied from the
ground to the sky, except for those uses specifically permitted thereon elsewhere in
this By-law.
b) Front Yard means a yard extending across the full width of a lot between the front lot
line of such lot and the nearest part of any building or structure on such lot.
c) Rear Yard means a yard extending across the full width of a lot between the rear lot
line of such a lot and the nearest part of any main building or structure on such lot,
but excluding any part of a corner side yard as defined in this By-law.
d) Interior Side Yard means a yard extending from the front yard to the rear yard of a lot
and from the interior side lot line of such lot to the nearest part of any main building
or structure on such lot.
e) Corner Side Yard means a yard extending from the front yard to the rear lot line of a
corner lot and from the flankage lot line of such lot to the nearest part of any main
building or structure on such lot.
f) Side Yard means an interior side yard or corner side yard.
g) Exterior Yard means a yard abutting a street line, and includes a front yard and a
corner side yard as de fined in this By-law.
h) Interior Yard means a yard which is not an exterior yard.
i) Required Yard means that part of a yard which is located adjacent to a lot line; has
the minimum front yard depth, rear yard depth or side yard width required by this By-
law, but does not contain or include any buildings, structures or outdoor parking
areas except where such uses are specifically permitted thereon elsewhere in this By-
law.
162)
Zoned Area means all those lands lying within the corporate limits of the Town of Cochrane
which are identified as constituting the zoned area on Schedules "A" and "B" to this By-law
and which are subject to this By-law.
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163)
Zone Maps means the set of maps attached to this By-law as Schedules A and B, and which
form part of this By-law.
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3.1
ZONES AND ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS
1) Division into Zones
For the purpose of this By-law, all lands within the zoned area are divided into zones as shown on
the Zone Maps.
2) Zone Classifications and Symbols
For the purpose of this By-law, the following zones are established and are shown on the Zone
Maps:
Zone Classification
Zone Symbol
Residential First Density Zone
R1
Residential Second Density Zone
R2
Mobile Home Residential Zone
R3
Commercial Core Zone
C1
Commercial Transition Zone
C2
Linear Mixed Commercial Zone
C3
Industrial Zone
M1
Parks & Open Space Zone
OS
Sensitive Area Zone
SEN
Hamlet Community Zone
HT
Rural Zone
RU
Agricultural Zone
AG
Shoreline Development Zone
SD
Airport Commercial Zone
AC
Mineral Extraction Zone
MX
3) Zone Provisions
For each zone listed and described in this By-law, a separate section sets out the permitted uses
and specific requirements pertaining to such zone, and all such provisions shall apply in addition
to the general provisions set out in this By-law and shall be interpreted in accordance with the
interpretations and definitions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided by any special
zone set out in this By-law.
3
GENERAL PROVISIONS - ALL ZONES
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3.2
ACCESSORY USES
4) Special Zones
Wherever a zone symbol on the Zone Maps is followed directly by a dash and a number, the
lands so designated shall be subject to, and used in accordance with, all the provisions or
requirements of this By-law applicable to the zone represented by such symbol except as
otherwise specifically provided by the special provisions of the special zone set out in this By-law.
5) Holding Zones
a) Holding Designation
Where lands are designated on the Zone Maps by the symbol "H" followed immediately by a
number, referred to herein as the holding designation, in conjunction with a zone symbol
described in this By-law, such lands shall be deemed to be located in a holding zone.
b) Scope of Holding Zones
In addition to being subject to all other applicable provisions and requirements of this By-law,
lands located in a holding zone shall be subject to Paragraph (c) of this Subsection until such
time as this By-law is amended to remove the holding designation.
c) Holding Zone Restrictions
No person shall, within any holding zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or
structure except where such use, building or structure is permitted in all zones by this By-law,
or, otherwise permitted by the Holding Zone provisions of this By-law.
d) Removal of Holding Symbol
The "H" holding symbol may be removed by the Council of the Corporation of the Town of
Cochrane, by amendment to the By-law, once the conditions imposed for the removal of the
"H" holding symbol have been satisfied.
6) Temporary Use By-laws
Wherever a property is subject to a temporary use by-law in accordance with Section 39 of the
Planning Act, all provisions of this by-law applicable to the Zone in which such property is located
according to the Zone Symbol shown on the Zone Maps, shall apply except as otherwise
specifically provided, for a temporary period of time, as set out in the temporary use by-law.
1) General Requirements
Accessory buildings and structures shall be located and erected in accordance with all applicable
yard and setback requirements and other provisions of this By-law, except as otherwise provided
in this Section.
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3.3
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
a) Exceptions for Residential Lots
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the erection or use of one or more detached
accessory buildings or structures in a required rear yard on a residential lot, provided that no
part of such accessory buildings or structures are located closer than 1 m to the rear lot line
or interior side lot line or 1.2 m to a street line of a road.
b) Exception for Mutual Garages
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the erection or use, in a Residential Zone, of a
mutual garage astride a common side lot line between two residential lots, provided that
such mutual garage complies in all other respects to this By-law.
c) Exceptions for Water Orientated Uses
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, boat houses, docks, decks,
saunas and water pumps shall be permitted at the edge of a waterbody subject to any other
approvals required by law.
d) Shipping Containers and Trailers
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, shipping containers and
trailers shall not be used for storage purposes on any lot in a Residential, Parks and Open
Space, Hamlet Community or Commercial Zone.
e) Habitation Prohibited
An accessory building or structure shall not be used for human habitation except where a
dwelling is a permitted accessory use.
f) Special Provisions for Driveway for Accessory Garage
Where a private garage is being erected on a corner lot, no portion of any access driveway
shall be located closer than 9 m to the intersection of the two road lines or their projections.
1) Frontage on a Road
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, no person shall erect any
building on any lot which does not have frontage on a road except as provided in subsections (2)
and (3) of this Section.
2) Exceptions for Seasonal Dwellings
Subsection (1) of this Section shall not apply to prevent the use of a permitted seasonal dwelling
on a lot having water access, frontage on a seasonal road or having access to a road via a
private access.
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3.4
BASEMENT OR CELLAR AS DWELLING UNIT
3.5
BUILDING TO BE MOVED
3.6
EXISTING USES AND LOTS
3) Exceptions for Private Cabins, Hunt and Snowmobile Camps
Subsection (1) of this Section shall not apply to prevent the use of a permitted private cabin,
hunt camp or snowmobile camp on a lot.
4) Lots in New Plans of Subdivision
Subsection (1) of this Section shall not apply to prevent the erection or use of a building on a
registered lot in a plan of subdivision registered hereafter, provided that such registered lot
abuts and directly legally accessible to vehicular traffic from, a road designated on the said plan
of subdivision and vested in the name of the Corporation of the Town of Cochrane,
notwithstanding that the said road may or may not yet have been assumed by the Corporation;
and such registered lot is subject to a subdivision agreement requiring that the said road be
constructed to the satisfaction of the Corporation.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, a basement, or part thereof of any
building or structure, may be used as a dwelling unit provided such unit is permitted in the zone in
which the building or structure is located; provided that no cellar, or part thereof of any building or
structure, shall be used as a dwelling unit.
No building or structure shall be moved within the limits of the municipality or shall be moved from
outside the municipality into the municipality unless the building or structure is permitted in and
satisfies all the requirements of the zone in which the building or structure is to be located.
1) Previous Violations Continued
No building or structure illegally erected, no use illegally established, nor any lot illegally created
prior to the date of passing of this By-law shall become or be made legal solely by reason of the
passing of this By-law, and where any building, structure, use or lot is in conflict with one or more
provisions of this By-law, such building, structure, use or lot shall remain illegal and shall not be
deemed legal existing as defined in this By-law, except where otherwise specifically provided by
this By-law.
2) Continuation of Existing Uses
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the use of any land, building or structure for any
purpose prohibited by this By-law if such land, building or structure was lawfully used for such
purposes on the day of passing of this By-law, so long as it continues to be used for that purpose
and is not altered in any way except in conformity with this By-law.
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3.7
GARDEN SUITES
3) Rebuilding and Repair of Existing Buildings and Structures
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the repair or strengthening to a safe condition of a
legal existing building or structure, or the rebuilding of such building or structure if it has been
destroyed by means beyond the control of the owner, provided that the dimensions or use of the
original building or structure, or of any yards appurtenant thereto, are not altered in any way
except in conformity with this By-law.
4) Extensions to Existing Buildings and Structures
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent a vertical or horizontal extension or addition to any
legal existing building or structure the use whereof is permitted by this By-law, provided that such
extension or addition is designed, located, used and otherwise in conformity with this By-law.
5) Existing Undersized Lots
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, any legal existing vacant lot
held in separate ownership from adjoining lots on the date of passing of this By-law, which do not
conform to the lot area, lot depth, lot frontage or water frontage requirements in this By-law for
the zone where they may be located, shall be deemed permitted lots and shall be used as if they
conformed to all such requirements, provided that no other applicable provision or requirement
of this By-law, nor any applicable Health Unit or other regulation pursuant to the Environmental
Protection Act, are contravened.
6) Plans Approved Prior to By-law
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the erection or use of any building or structure that
does not comply with one or more provisions of this By-law, if a building permit was issued by the
municipality prior to the date of passing of this By-law, provided that:
a)
when such building or structure is erected, it is used and continues to be used only
for the same purpose for which the said building or structure was intended when
such building permit was issued, and is not altered in any way except in conformity
with this By-law; and
b)
the erection of such building or structure is commenced prior to the expiration of any
such building permit and further provided that any such building permit has not been
revoked under the Building Code Act.
Garden suites shall be permitted on a temporary basis in the R1, R2, and RU Zones, subject to the
following requirements:
a)
One garden suite may be authorized on a lot through a temporary zoning by-law
amendment for a renewable period of up to twenty (20) years.
b)
A garden suite may not exceed 56.0 m2 in gross floor area.
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3.8
GROUP HOMES
3.9
HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
c)
The addition of a garden suite is subject to the lot coverage provisions of the zone in
which it is located.
d)
A garden suite shall be used solely for the temporary accommodation of persons
who, because of age, infirmity or illness require and receive care and supervision
from the occupants of the single detached dwelling located on the same lot
therewith;
e)
A garden suite shall be one (1) storey, having a height not to exceed 4.6 metres;
f)
A garden suite shall not be constructed or arranged as to constitute a travel trailer;
g)
One (1) parking space shall be provided for the garden suite, in addition to the
parking spaces required for the single-detached dwelling, in accordance with the
relevant zoning provisions governing parking. The required parking space for a
garden suite may be stacked in tandem behind the required parking space of the
principal dwelling unit; however the creation of the garden suite must not eliminate a
required parking space for the principal dwelling unit.
As per the Planning Act regulations for garden suites, Council shall require the owner of the suite or
any other person to enter into an agreement with the municipality dealing with such matters related
to the temporary use of the garden suite as the council considers necessary or advisable, including:
a)
the installation, maintenance and removal of the garden suite;
b)
the period of occupancy of the garden suite by any of the persons named in the
agreement;
c)
the monetary or other form of security that the council may require for actual or
potential costs to the municipality related to the garden suite; and
d)
connection to existing services (sewer, water, hydro, septic, well).
Group homes shall be permitted in the R1 zone provided that they are provincially licensed.
No building or structure shall exceed the building heights set out in this By-law for the zone where
such building or structure is located, except that nothing in this By-law shall apply to restrict the
height of any structure or part thereof functioning solely as:
a)
an antenna, aerial, mast or communications tower;
b)
a barn, silo or grain or feed storage elevator;
c)
a chimney or smokestack;
d)
a church spire, steeple, belfry or equivalent structure associated with a place of
worship;
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3.10 HOBBY FARMS
3.11 HOME INDUSTRY
e)
a clock tower or bell tower;
f)
an electric power transmission line;
g)
an elevator or stairway enclosure;
h)
enclosed mechanical or electrical equipment;
i)
a flag pole;
j)
a flight control tower or forest fire lookout tower;
k)
a roof top structure containing heating, cooling, ventilating or other mechanical or
electrical equipment pertaining to the maintenance of a building;
l)
a satellite dish;
m)
a solar panel or solar collector;
n)
a water tower or water tank;
o)
a windmill; or
p)
a weathervane or other weather monitoring device, or a lightening rod.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, a maximum of two farm animal
units, excluding swine, as defined in the Agricultural Code of Practice, are permitted on a hobby farm
provided that such animals are housed in a building or structure specifically designed for such
purposes and that such building or structure is located a minimum of 50 m from a residential
dwelling on an adjacent lot.
A home industry shall be permitted in the Rural and Agricultural Zones, in a single-detached dwelling
or a building accessory to a single-detached dwelling, in accordance with the following regulations:
a)
the home industry is clearly secondary to the main agricultural or residential use and
does not create nor become a public nuisance in particular in regard to noise, traffic,
parking or health and safety;
b)
the home industry does not occupy more than 25% of the gross floor area of the
residential dwelling or where located in an accessory building shall not occupy more
than 100 m2.
c)
the definition includes such activities as a seasonal retail outlet for farm produce
produced on the farm, a workshop for wood workers, welders, painters, plumbers,
other members of the trades, a machine or auto repair shop;
d)
there are no more than two commercially licensed vehicles parked at any one time
on the property;
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3.12 HOME OCCUPATION
3.13 HUNT CAMPS AND SNOWMOBILE CAMPS
3.14 LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS
e)
there is no outdoor storage or display to indicate to persons outside that any part of
the property is being used for other than residential or agricultural uses except for an
unlit sign of not more than 1 m2.
f)
the home industry is not an obnoxious trade, business or manufacture; and
g)
not more than three persons are employed therein on a full time basis.
A home occupation shall be permitted in all zones which permit a dwelling unit, in accordance with
the following regulations:
a)
the home occupation is clearly secondary to the use of the dwelling as a private
residence;
the home occupation is located entirely within the dwelling unit and does not occupy
more than 25% of the gross floor area of the residential dwelling or 40 m2, whichever
is the lesser;
b)
there is no external display or advertising other than a sign measuring no more than
0.3 m2 indicating that a part of the dwelling is used for a purpose other than
residential;
c)
there is no external storage of goods, materials or equipment; and
d)
without limiting the generality of the foregoing, may include a studio, an office, a hair
care salon, a private home day care and other similar uses.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, a permitted hunt camp or
snowmobile camp may be located on any lot provided such hunt camp is set back a minimum of
500 metres from any existing residential dwelling unit and no minimum lot area or lot frontage
requirements shall apply to a permitted hunt camp.
Landscaped open space shall be provided as follows:
a)
A landscaped area not less than 3 m in width, abutting all public roads, shall be
provided in all zones which shall be uninterrupted except where traversed by
pedestrian walkways or permitted driveways.
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3.15 LICENSES, PERMITS AND OTHER BY-LAWS
3.16 LOADING SPACE REQUIREMENTS
b)
A minimum of 50% of all required exterior yards shall be maintained as landscaped
open space.
c)
Any part of any lot which is not occupied by buildings, structures, parking areas,
driveways, loading spaces, agricultural uses, outdoor storage areas or any other
permitted use, shall be maintained as landscaped open space.
d)
The percentage of landscaped open space required under the zone requirements of
this By-law shall be calculated as a percentage of lot area.
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, nothing in this By-law shall
exempt any person for complying with requirements of the Building By-law or any other By-law in
force within the municipality or from obtaining any permit, license, permission, authority or approval
required by this or any other By-law of the municipality or by any other law in force from time to time.
The owner or occupant of any building used for a multiple dwelling, a commercial use, an industrial
use or a public use shall provide and maintain, on the same lot, unobstructed indoor or outdoor
loading spaces in accordance with the provisions of this section.
1) Dimensions of Loading Spaces
Required loading spaces shall have minimum horizontal dimensions of 3.6 m by 9 m and a
minimum vertical clearance of 4.2 m.
2) Location of Required Loading Spaces
All required loading spaces shall be located in their entirety on the same lot as the building for
which they are required, and shall not overlap any required parking spaces.
3) Yards where Loading Spaces Permitted
Outdoor loading spaces shall be permitted in any part of any yard but not closer than 3 m to a
street line or residential dwelling.
4) Access to Loading Spaces
Access to loading spaces shall be provided by means of one or more driveways which lead to a
public road and which have a minimum unobstructed width of 3.6 m and a minimum clearance
of 4.2 m, and are designed to permit the maneuvering of vehicles on the lot so as not to
obstruct, or otherwise cause a traffic hazard on adjacent roads, and to allow access from and
egress to the road in a forward motion.
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3.17 MORE THAN ONE LOT OR ONE ZONE
5) Calculation of Loading Space Requirements
The owner or occupant of any building used for a multiple dwelling, an industrial use, a public
use or a commercial use shall provide and maintain, on the same lot, unobstructed indoor or
outdoor loading spaces in accordance with the following:
Use
Loading Space Requirements
Multiple dwellings with 20 or more dwelling units
1 space
Other uses with 500 m2 to 4,500 m2 of total net
floor area
Other uses with over 4,500 m2 of total net floor
area
6) Exemptions for Existing Buildings
1 space
2 spaces
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, no loading spaces shall be
required for legal existing buildings and structures existing on the day of passing of this By-law
but such loading spaces shall be required for any expansion or addition or enlargement to any
such building or structure for which a building permit has been issued after the date of passing
of this By-law.
1) More than One Registered Lot
Notwithstanding any other provisions or definitions of this By-law to the contrary, no person shall
use two or more abutting registered lots as a single lot in order to comply with the requirements
of this By-law unless:
a)
such lots are held under the same ownership and are located in the same zone or,
where such lots are located in different zones, the use of such lots is permitted in
both or all the said zones; and
b)
an agreement between the municipality and the owner has been registered against
the title of both or all such registered lots to the effect that such registered lots
thereafter shall be deemed to constitute a single, inseparable parcel of land and
shall not be sold, conveyed or alienated in any way or for any purpose except
together in one group as a single lot.
2) More than One Zone
Where a lot is divided into 2 or more zones, each such portion of the said lot shall be deemed a
distinct and separate lot for the purposes of determining compliance with this by-law.
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3.19 PARKING REGULATIONS
No open storage, including the outdoor display or sale of goods and materials or of vehicles for hire
or sale, shall be permitted on any lot in any zone except in a zone where such open storage is
specifically permitted hereby and in accordance with any applicable provisions of such zone.
1) Calculation of Parking Space Requirements:
Where the calculation of parking requirements in accordance with this By-law result in a fraction
of a parking space being required on a lot, any fraction less than a whole number shall be
disregarded; and where more than one use is located on a lot, the total number of parking
spaces required for such lot shall be the sum of the parking space requirements for such
separate uses, prior to rounding.
2) Dimensions of Parking Spaces:
Required parking spaces shall have minimum rectangular dimensions of 3.0 m by 6.0 m except
that barrier-free spaces shall have minimum rectangular dimensions of 4.5 m by 6.0 m. [By-law
No. 1300-2018]
3) Location of Required Parking Spaces:
All required parking spaces shall be located in their entirety on the same lot as the building or
structure or use for which they are required, and shall not overlap any required loading spaces.
4) Barrier-Free Parking Requirements
Barrier-free parking spaces shall be located on level ground in close proximity to, and readily
accessible to an entrance to any building; and be clearly identified and reserved for the exclusive
use of physically disabled persons.
3.18 OUTDOOR STORAGE
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Except as otherwise provided in this By-law, the owner or occupant of any lot, building or structure
used or erected for any purpose set out in this subsection, shall provide and maintain unobstructed
off-street parking in accordance with the provision of this Section.
1) Parking Requirements for all Zones
Use
Minimum Parking Space Requirements
RESIDENTIAL
Single-detached and duplex dwellings
1 space per unit
Garden suite
1 space per garden suite
Secondary dwelling unit
1 space per secondary dwelling unit
Apartment dwelling
1.25 spaces per unit
Rooming house
1 plus 0.25 per guest room
Multiple attached dwelling
1.25 per dwelling unit
NON-RESIDENTIAL
Automotive use
1 per 30 m2 of net floor area
Banquet hall
1 per 4 persons capacity
Building supply yard
1 per 45 m2 of net floor area
Bulk retail outlet
1 per 45 m2 of net floor area
Campground
1 per campsite
Car wash
minimum 5 spaces
Commercial kennel
3 spaces
Commercial use, other than a commercial use
listed elsewhere in this section
1 per 20 m2 of net floor area
Day nursery
1 per employee and 1 per 5 persons capacity
Funeral home
1 per 5 persons capacity of any chapel and
visitation area, minimum 20 spaces
Hospital
2 per bed
Hotel
1 per guest room plus 1 parking space for each
10 m2 of net floor area devoted to public uses
Industrial use
1 per 90 m2 of net floor area
Institutional use, other than an institutional
use listed elsewhere in this section
1 per 4 persons capacity
Medical office
6 per doctor
Office, professional office
1 per 30 m2 of net floor area
Personal service shop
1 per 20 m2 of net floor area
Place of worship, place of assembly
1 space for every 5 seats, fixed or otherwise
Recreation centre
1 per 6 persons capacity
Restaurant, bar
1 per 10 m2 of net floor area
Retail store, other than a retail store specified
elsewhere in this section
1 per 20 m2 of net floor area
Schools, elementary
2 per classroom
Schools, secondary
4 per classroom
Supermarket
1 per 20 m2 of net floor area
Transport terminal
1 per 90 m2 of net floor area
Warehouse
1 per 90 m2 of net floor area
Any other use
1 per 20 m2 of net floor area
3.20 PARKING SPACES REQUIRED
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3.22 SIGHT TRIANGLES
2) Barrier-Free Parking Spaces Required
The owner or occupant of any lot, building or structure shall provide barrier-free parking spaces
for the exclusive use of physically disabled persons in accordance with the following table:
Capacity of Public Parking Area
(Number of parking spaces)
1-10
11-25
26-50
51-75
76-100
Minimum Number of Barrier-free Spaces
0
1
2
3
4
More than 100
3% of total to a maximum of 10 spaces
A truck, bus, coach, streetcar body or any vehicle shall not be used for human habitation within the
municipality, whether or not the same is mounted on wheels, unless originally and specifically
designed for dwelling.
Notwithstanding any other provision hereof to the contrary, the sight triangle requirements set out in
this Subsection shall apply to any lot located at an intersection of two or more roads or of a road and
a railway right-of-way, except that no sight triangle shall be required where this By-law does not -
require an exterior yard adjacent to any such road.
1) Prohibition of Obstructions
Within any part of a sight triangle as defined herein, no building, structure, sign, wall or fence
shall be erected, located or placed, in whole or in part; no vehicle shall be parked or stored; no
land shall be graded; and no landscaping materials or other vegetation shall be located or
allowed to grow, in a manner as to impede or obstruct in any way the field of view across such
sight triangle for persons driving vehicles on an abutting road, but in no case greater than 1 m in
height above the average elevation of the said sight triangle, determined by averaging the
elevation of the three corner points thereof.
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3.23 SIGNS
2) Extent of Sight Triangle
For the purpose of calculating the extent of the sight triangle as defined in this By-law, a sight
distance of 7.5 m shall apply in all cases.
1) General
No sign shall be erected, established, placed or located anywhere within any zoned area except
for a sign specifically permitted in this By-law, in accordance with;
a)
the specific provisions pertaining to signs set out in this By-law for each zone;
b)
the general provisions set out in this Section; and
c)
any applicable regulations of the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and
Communications or any other government authority having jurisdiction to make such
regulations; or
d)
a sign permitted in accordance with the sign by-law of the Corporation.
2) Height Restrictions
a)
No ground sign shall exceed 7.5 metres in height
b)
No roof sign shall exceed a height of 3 metres above the highest point of a roof. The
highest part of the roof shall not include those exceptions to the height restrictions
contained in Section 3.8 this By-law.
3) Real Estate or Rental Signs
Real estate or rental signs shall be permitted in any zone subject to the following provisions:
a)
Real estate or rental signs shall:
i)
have a maximum of two sign faces;
ii)
be restricted to not more than four sign faces per lot;
iii)
not exceed 1 m2 per sign face; and
iv)
be located on the lot to which they directly pertain.
4) Construction Signs
Construction signs shall be permitted in any zone subject to the following provisions:
a)
Construction signs shall:
i)
not exceed 2.5 m2 in total sign area;
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ii)
be restricted to not more than two sign faces per lot; and
iii)
be located on the lot to which they directly pertain.
5) Interior Signs
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to any interior sign located totally within a building
and which is not visible from the exterior of the building.
6) Proximity to Power Lines
All signs situated in proximity to overhead electric power lines shall be located in compliance with
all applicable standards of the public utility having jurisdiction.
7) Illuminated Signs
Illuminated signs and all lighting fixtures providing exterior illumination on a lot shall be designed
and installed so as to direct or deflect glare or spill-over light away from adjacent lots and roads;
and not to impair the vision of persons driving vehicles on such roads.
1) Public, Service and Institutional Uses
The provisions of this by-law shall not apply to prevent or otherwise restrict in any way the use of
any land for, or as the site of:
a)
any building or structure for public purposes by the Corporation, any public authority,
any department of the government of Ontario or Canada including, but not so as to
limit the generality of the foregoing:
i)
a public railway, with or without any installation or structures appurtenant
thereto;
ii)
a public road, with or without any installations or structures appurtenant
thereto erected thereon under the auspices of a public agency for the
purpose of providing a service to the general public;
iii)
a public fire hall;
iv)
a public lighting fixture;
v)
a wayside pit or quarry if located in an Open Space or Industrial Zone;
b)
the installation or maintenance of any part of:
i)
a flood control structure, water system, sanitary sewer system or storm water
system, and any associated pumping station or other related installations;
ii)
a telephone, radio or television broadcasting, transmitting or receiving
antenna, and any associated tower or other related installation;
iii)
an above ground or underground gas main, pipeline or transmission line, and
any associated pumping station or other related installation, other than a fuel
depot; or
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iv)
an overhead or underground electrical, cable television, telegraph or
telephone line, and any associated tower, transformer or other related
installation, including, except in a Residential or Commercial Zone, an electric
power generating station;
v)
the use of any lot in any zone as a public park;
vi)
the continuing use of any lot in any zone for an institutional use legally existing
thereon.
2) Accessory Uses
Where a lot is used, an activity is conducted or a building or structure is erected or used for any
purpose in conformity with this by-law, that purpose shall include any building, structure, use or
activity normally accessory thereto.
3) Legal Existing Dwellings
Notwithstanding any other provision in this by-law to the contrary, all legal existing dwellings and
dwelling units, other than mobile home dwellings, shall be deemed to be permitted uses, and
nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the rebuilding, repair, alteration or use of any such
dwelling or dwelling unit in accordance with this By-law, provided that such use has continued
uninterrupted since the date of the passing of this By-law, no additional dwelling units are
created and no other changes of use are made except where specifically permitted by this By-
law.
4) Home Occupations
Home occupations accessory to permitted dwelling units shall be permitted in any zone.
5) Construction Uses
Nothing in this by-law shall apply to prevent the use of any part of any lot for the open storage of
construction supplies or equipment; or the erection of use of any temporary building or structure
or temporary sign, in conjunction with, and directly incidental to, construction work in progress on
the same lot therewith or in relation to a road or public utility, but only for so land as such work
remains in progress and, where applicable, a valid building permit for such work remains in
force.
1) Extractive Uses
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, the making or establishment of
mines, pits and quarries, other than permitted wayside pits or quarries, shall be expressly
prohibited throughout the zoned area except where licensed by the Province of Ontario; and
where specifically permitted by this by-law.
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3.26 RAILWAY CROSSING
3.27 SECONDARY DWELLING UNITS
2) Dangerous Materials
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, the refining, bulk storage or
use in manufacturing of combustible, inflammable, volatile, explosive or otherwise dangerous
solids, liquids or gases shall be expressly prohibited throughout the zoned area except in
conjunction with a permitted industrial use, extractive use, forestry use, agricultural use,
explosives depot or fuel depot or, in the case of vehicle fuels only, a permitted automotive use;
and in accordance with any regulations lawfully imposed governing the safe handling and
storage of such materials.
3) Building on Unserviced Lots
Notwithstanding any other provisions in this By-law to the contrary, no building or structure
requiring water or sewage facilities shall be erected, altered or used on an unserviced lot if for
any reason approval is not first obtained, wherever applicable, of private water or sewage
facilities for such lot from the Health Unit or any other public agency having jurisdiction from time
to time.
Where any road or street crosses a railway at the same grade, no building or structure shall be
erected closer to the point of intersection of the centre line or the railway and roadway than 30 m as
signalized crossings and 45 m at uncontrolled crossings.
Secondary dwelling units shall be developed in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
A maximum of one secondary dwelling unit shall be permitted in a single-detached
dwelling, a semi-detached dwelling or a townhouse where permitted by this By-law,
provided that:
i)
It does not change the streetscape character along the street where it is
located;
ii)
A building permit is required prior to the establishment of a secondary
dwelling unit and must follow the requirements of the Ontario Building Code.
b)
The doorway entrance that leads to a secondary dwelling unit is limited to locations
on the ground floor only, except where building and fire codes dictate otherwise.
c)
Parking for the secondary dwelling unit shall be provided in accordance with the
parking provisions in this By-law.
d)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law, the required parking space for a
secondary dwelling unit may be stacked behind the required parking space of the
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principle dwelling in the driveway. The creation of the secondary dwelling unit must
not eliminate a required parking space for the principal dwelling unit.
e)
The secondary dwelling unit shall not exceed 56.0 m2 of any portion of the secondary
dwelling unit that is located at or above grade. Except for the entrance, any
secondary dwelling unit located entirely in the basement may occupy the entire
basement regardless of size.
f)
Secondary dwelling units must not be limited by, nor included in, any density control
requirement, including for example, number of dwelling units and unit per hectare
counts.
1) Setback from High Water Mark
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, the minimum setback to above
ground or below ground structures shall be 30 m from the high water mark of any adjacent water
body.
2) Setback on Provincial Highway
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, on lands adjacent to provincial
highways, the minimum setback shall be in accordance with the regulations of the Ministry of
Transportation.
3) Development Setback on Frederickhouse River and Abitibi River
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, no building or structure shall
be located within 90 m of the high water mark of the Frederickhouse River or Abitibi river except
where such building or structure is intended for flood or erosion control; and, no expansion of an
existing use is permitted within this setback area.
4) Special Yard Requirements when Waterways are involved
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, where in this By-law, a front,
side or rear yard is required, and part of the area of the lot in which such front, side or rear is
required is usually covered by water or marsh, or is beyond the rim of a river bank or
watercourse, or between the top and toe of a cliff or embankment having a slope of thirty
degrees or more from the horizontal, then the required yard shall be measured from the nearest
main wall of the building or structure on the lot to the edge of said area covered by water or
marsh, or to the rim of said riverbank or watercourse, or to the top of the said cliff or
embankment if such area is closer than the lot line.
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3.30 REDUCTION OF INTERIOR SIDE YARD FOR SEMI-DETACHED DWELLINGS
1) General Provisions
No part of any required yard in any zone shall be obstructed by any building or structure, or part
thereof, except for:
a)
accessory buildings and structures specifically permitted by this by-law;
b)
open metal fire escapes which may project not more than 1.5 m into a required yard;
c)
open porches, balconies, sundecks, uncovered platform landing or steps which
project not more than 1.5 m into any required yard.
d)
architectural adornments and equipment including, but not necessarily restricted to
sills, belt courses, chimneys, canopies, awnings, cornices, eaves, eavestroughs,
gutters, pilasters, bay windows and heating and cooling equipment provided that no
such adornments or equipment project more than 0.6 m into any required yard;
e)
steps, ramp for use by handicapped and walkways which may project into any yard;
f)
provided that no part of any such structure, projection, adornment or equipment is
located closer than 0.6 m to any lot line or in any way obstructs a required parking
space or driveway.
2) Exceptions for Water-related Ancillary Uses
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the obstruction of a required yard by water-related
ancillary structures, other than buildings, at the edge of a waterbody subject to any other
approvals required by law.
3) Exceptions for Automobile Service Stations and Gas Bars
Pump islands and canopies shall comply with all interior side yard and rear yard requirements of
this By-law and shall be permitted within a required front yard and exterior side yard, provided
that no part of any pump island or canopy shall be located closer than 6 m to any street line.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, no interior side yard shall be
required where semi-detached dwellings on adjacent lots are attached together by a common wall
extending along the side lot line separating such lots, provided that any wall which does not
constitute part of such common wall or a direct extension thereof shall be set back as required
elsewhere by the provisions of this By-law.
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3.32 DISCARDED TIRES
3.33 SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR TRANSCANADA PIPELINE
The provisions of this By-law shall be deemed to permit the installation of a privately owned and
operated hydroelectric project known as the Long Sault Hydroelectric Project. This facility, located on
the Abitibi River, will consist of a 15 MW generating station comprising structures including an
intake, dam, powerhouse, spillway and fish ladder. This facility shall be permitted to also include a
head pond extending some 10 km upstream of the dam and a transmission line which will extend
from the generating station southwesterly across the township (to connect to the Ontario Hydro Sub-
station outside of the township of Hanna). For the purpose of this By-law, the zone requirements and
the provisions for frontage on a public road shall be deemed to have been met.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, the storage of discarded or used
tires shall only be permitted in an Industrial Zone or a Linear Mixed Commercial Zone provided that:
a)
no more than 150 discarded or used tires shall be permitted on any lot or at any one
location, and
b)
any area used for the storage of discarded or used tires shall be fully enclosed by a
fence not less than 1.8 m in height which is secured to prevent unauthorized access
by any person or persons.
Notwithstanding any other provisions and standards of this by-law, no main building or structure
shall be located within 7 metres of the TransCanada Pipeline right-of-way. Accessory buildings or
structures shall have a minimum setback of at least 3 metres from the limits of the right-of-way. No
building or structure is permitted within 3 metres of the right-of-way.
3.31 SPECIAL PROVISIONS TO PERMIT PRIVATELY OWNED AND OPERATED
HYDRO-ELECTRIC GENERATING FACILITY (FORMER GLACKMEYER BY-
LAW NO. 877)
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4.1
RESIDENTIAL ZONES
4.1.1 R1 - RESIDENTIAL FIRST DENSITY ZONE
1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Residential (R1) Zones in addition to the General
Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Residential (R1) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building
or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
Residential Uses
i)
a single detached dwelling;
ii)
a semi-detached dwelling
iii)
a duplex dwelling;
iv)
a garden suite;
v)
a multiple attached dwelling containing up to 6 dwelling units;
vi)
a home occupation;
vii)
a group home;
viii)
a secondary dwelling unit.
b)
Other Uses
i)
a public park;
ii)
a public use;
iii)
a playground;
iv)
a public institutional use;
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any R1 Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area
i)
a single detached dwelling - 465 m2
ii)
a semi-detached dwelling - 750 m2
iii)
a duplex dwelling - 750 m2
iv)
a multiple attached dwelling - 1100 m2
v)
all other uses - 1500 m2
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b)
Minimum Lot Frontage
i)
a single detached dwelling - 15 m
ii)
a semi-detached dwelling - 20 m
iii)
a duplex dwelling - 20 m
iv)
a multiple attached dwelling - 30 m
v)
all other uses - 40 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 36 m
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - 6 m
e)
Minimum Corner Side Yard Width - 4.5 m
f)
Minimum Interior Side yard Width -1.2 m
g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 6 m
h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 50%
i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - no minimum
j)
Maximum Building Height - 10 m
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - 1 only
l)
Reduction for Minimum Front Yard Depth
Notwithstanding any other provisions in this By-law to the contrary, a 50% reduction
for the minimum front yard depth for a property with a single detached dwelling or
duplex dwelling will be permitted at the discretion of the Building Department,
provided that the reduction is for additions or projections only, the required sight
triangle is met, and there are no further projections. [By-law No. 1300-2018]
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Multiple Residential (R2) Zones in addition to the
General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Multiple Residential (R2) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any
building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
an apartment dwelling
b)
a multiple attached dwelling;
c)
a boarding house dwelling;
d)
a public park;
e)
a public use;
f)
a playground;
g)
a public institutional use;
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any R2 Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area -1500 m2
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 40 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 36 m
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - 6 m
e)
Minimum Corner Side Yard Width - 4.5 m
f)
Minimum Interior Side Yard Width -4.5m
g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 6 m
4.1.2 R2 -RESIDENTIAL SECOND DENSITY ZONE
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h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 50%
i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - 30%, in accordance of with the provisions of
this By-law.
j)
Maximum Building Height - 10 m
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - no maximum
l)
Minimum Building Separation - The minimum building separation required between
any 2 opposing walls of 1 or more multiple dwellings on the same lot shall be 15 m.
m)
Open Storage Areas - no open storage shall be permitted on a lot in any R2 Zone.
n)
Required Amenity Areas - Where a lot contains 5 or more dwelling units, amenity
space shall be provided at a minimum ratio of 4.5 m2 per dwelling unit
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Mobile Home Residential (R3) Zones in addition to
the General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Mobile Home Residential (R3) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use
any building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
a mobile home dwelling mounted on a permanent foundation;
b)
a mobile home park;
c)
a park;
d)
a playground;
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any R3 Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area
i)
mobile home site - 465 m2
ii)
mobile home park - 8 ha
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage
i)
mobile home sites - 15 m
ii)
mobile home parks - 300 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth
i)
mobile home sites - 36 m
ii)
mobile home parks - 50 m
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - 6 m
e)
Minimum Corner Side Yard Width - 6 m
f)
Minimum Interior Side yard Width
i)
mobile home sites - 3 m
ii)
mobile home parks - 7.5 m
4.1.3
R3 - MOBILE HOME RESIDENTIAL ZONE
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g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 6 m
i)
mobile home sites - 6 m
ii)
mobile home parks - 7.5 m
h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 40%
i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - 5%, for use in common by all persons living in a
mobile home park
j)
Maximum Building Height - 1 storey
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot
i)
mobile home sites - 1 only
ii)
mobile home parks - 85
l)
Minimum Building Separation - 3m
m)
Open Storage Areas - No open storage shall be permitted on any lot in any R3 Zone.
n)
Interpretation of Requirements for Mobile Home Sites
Notwithstanding the definitions contained in this By-law, the provisions of this By-law
pertaining to mobile home dwellings located in mobile home parks shall be
interpreted as if such mobile home sites constituted separate lots and as if any
driveways providing access thereto were roads.
o)
Minimum Width of Mobile Home Park Driveways
The minimum width of any driveway providing access to a mobile home park or a
mobile home site shall be 6 m.
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4.2.1 C1 - COMMERCIAL CORE ZONE
1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Commercial Core (C1) Zones in addition to the
General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Commercial Core (C1) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any
building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
an apartment dwelling ;
b)
an auditorium;
c)
a bake shop;
d)
a boarding house dwelling;
e)
a bank;
f)
a bar;
g)
a business office;
h)
a bus terminal;
i)
a commercial school or trade school;
j)
a day nursery;
k)
a dental clinic;
l)
a funeral home;
m)
a hotel;
n)
a motel;
o)
a medical office;
p)
an institution;
q)
a place of worship;
r)
a dry cleaning or laundering establishment;
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s)
an office
t)
a merchandise service shop;
u)
a public park;
v)
a public institutional use;
w)
a private club;
x)
a place of entertainment;
y)
a parking lot;
z)
a recreation centre;
aa)
a restaurant;
bb)
a retail store;
cc)
a rooming house;
dd)
a school;
ee)
a taxi stand;
ff)
a personal service shop;
gg)
a medical laboratory;
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any C1 Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - 465 m2
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 15 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 36 m
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - no minimum
e)
Minimum Corner Side Yard Width - 3 m
f)
Minimum Interior Side yard Width -1.2 m
g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 6 m
h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 80%
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i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - no minimum
j)
Maximum Building Height - 10 m
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - no maximum
l)
Open Storage Areas - No open storage shall be permitted, except for the accessory
outdoor display or sale of goods or materials, in any yard other than a required yard.
m)
Required Amenity Areas - Where a lot contains 5 or more dwelling units, outdoor
amenity space shall be provided at a minimum ratio of 4.5 m2 per dwelling unit
n)
Mixed Use Buildings - Where the uses of a building consist of both residential and
non-residential uses, the residential uses shall be located above the non-residential
uses.
o)
Accessory Residential Accommodation - Residential dwelling units are permitted as
an accessory use to a commercial use provided:
i)
the residential use is accessory to the main commercial use and located in
the same building; and
ii)
the entrance to the residential use shall be separate from the entrance to the
main commercial use.
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Commercial Transition (C2) Zones in addition to
the General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Commercial Transition (C2) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use
any building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
a single detached dwelling unit;
b)
a duplex dwelling;
c)
a multiple attached dwelling containing up to 6 dwelling units;
d)
a boarding house dwelling;
e)
a home occupation;
f)
a group home;
g)
a day nursery;
h)
dwelling units, provided that they are located above non-residential uses;
i)
a funeral home
j)
an institutional use;
k)
an office;
l)
a public park;
m)
a public use;
n)
a parking lot;
o)
a personal service shop;
p)
a restaurant;
q)
a school;
r)
a medical office;
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3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any C2 Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except In accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - 465 m2
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 15 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 36 m
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - 6 m
e)
Minimum Corner Side Yard Width - 3 m
f)
Minimum Interior Side yard Width - 1.2 m
g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 6 m
h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 60%
i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - no minimum, except as required by the
landscaping provisions of this By-law
j)
Maximum Building Height - 10 m
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - 1 only
l)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
m)
Open Storage Areas - no open storage permitted
n)
Required Amenity Areas - Where a lot contains 5 or more dwelling units, outdoor
amenity space shall be provided at a minimum ratio of 4.5 m2 per dwelling unit
o)
Mixed Use Buildings - Where the use of a building consists of both residential and
non-residential uses, residential uses shall be located above the non-residential
uses.
p)
Accessory Residential Accommodation - Residential dwelling units are permitted as
an accessory use to a commercial use provided:
i)
the residential use is accessory to the main commercial use and located in
the same building; and
ii)
the entrance to the residential use shall be separate from the entrance to the
main commercial use.
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Linear Mixed Commercial (C3) Zones in addition to
the General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Linear Mixed Commercial (C3) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use
any building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
an animal hospital or shelter;
b)
an automotive use;
c)
an automobile service station;
d)
a bar;
e)
a building supply store;
f)
a bulk sales establishment;
g)
a car wash;
h)
a commercial or public garage;
i)
a community centre;
j)
a convenience store;
k)
a garden centre;
l)
a gas bar;
m)
a farm equipment and machinery sales and service outlet;
n)
a farm produce outlet;
o)
a highway commercial use;
p)
a hotel;
q)
a motel;
r)
a light manufacturing use;
s)
a medical office;
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t)
a mining use;
u)
an office;
v)
a personal service shop;
w)
a place of entertainment;
x)
a public use;
y)
a public utility;
z)
a restaurant;
aa)
a retail store established primarily to serve the needs of the traveler;
bb)
a sales and service outlet for trailers, boats, recreation vehicles, snow machines, all-
terrain vehicles and other similar uses;
cc)
a school;
dd)
a service trade;
ee)
a parking lot;
ff)
a private club;
gg)
a taxi stand;
hh)
a technology industry;
ii)
a transport terminal;
jj)
a warehouse;
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any C3 Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - 1100 m2
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 45 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 36 m
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - 15 m
e)
Minimum Corner Side Yard Width - 15 m
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f)
Minimum Interior Side yard Width - 6 m where the interior side lot line abuts a
residential lot or Residential Zone, and 3 m in any other case.
g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 6m
h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 60%
i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - 5%, in accordance with the provisions of this
By-law.
j)
Maximum Building Height - 10 m
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - no maximum
l)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
m)
Open Storage Areas - No open storage areas shall be permitted except for the
accessory outdoor display or sale of goods or materials in any yard other than a
required yard.
n)
Maximum Gross Floor Area Per Lot - 1.0 times the area of the lot
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4.3.1 M1 - INDUSTRIAL ZONE
1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Industrial (M1) Zones in addition to the General
Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any M1 Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
for any purpose except on or more of the following uses, namely:
a)
an automotive use;
b)
a building supply yard;
c)
a bulk sales establishment;
d)
a commercial or public garage;
e)
a fabricating shop;
f)
a food processing plant;
g)
a fuel depot;
h)
a hardware store;
i)
an impounding yard;
j)
an industrial use;
k)
a light industrial use;
l)
a machine shop;
m)
a manufacturing use;
n)
a methadone treatment centre [By-law No. 878-2012];
o)
a mining use;
p)
an office;
q)
a public use;
r)
a public utility;
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s)
a salvage yard;
t)
a school;
u)
a service trade;
v)
a storage yard;
w)
a technology industry;
x)
a transport terminal and/or communications facility;
y)
a warehouse;
z)
a welding shop.
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any M1 Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - 1100 m2
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 30 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 36 m
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - 6 m
e)
Minimum Corner Side Yard Width - 6 m
f)
Minimum Interior Side yard Width - 6 m
g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 6 m
h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 60%
i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - 5% in accordance with the landscaping
provisions of this By-law.
j)
Maximum Building Height - 10 m
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - no maximum
l)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
m)
Open Storage Areas
Open storage shall be permitted in any yard, other than a required yard, provided that
any open storage area located closer than 150 m to a Residential Zone or public
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highway is separated therefrom by a continuous opaque barrier not less than 1.8 m
in height, except that no barrier shall be required abutting a railway right-of-way.
n)
Special Restrictions Near Residential Zones
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, no building,
structure or open storage area either in association with, or pertaining to, a body
shop, fuel depot, or industrial use, other than a light industrial use, warehouse, food
processing plant or accessory office, shall hereafter be established or erected closer
than 150 m to a Residential Zone.
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4.4.1 OS - PARK AND OPEN SPACE ZONE
1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Parks and Open Space (OS) Zones in addition to
the General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Parks and Open Space (OS) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use
any building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
a community centre;
b)
a conservation area;
c)
a playground;
d)
a fair or exhibition use;
e)
a golf course;
f)
a public park;
g)
a recreation centre;
h)
a public library;
i)
a public museum;
j)
an outdoor recreation area;
k)
any building or structure housing, or otherwise directly serving, a recreational activity;
l)
an existing campground;
m)
an accessory restaurant;
n)
a water park.
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any OS Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - no minimum
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b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 30 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - no minimum
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - 10 m
e)
Minimum Corner Side Yard Width - 10 m
f)
Minimum Interior Side yard Width - 10 m
g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 10 m
h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 20%
i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - 40%, in accordance with the landscaping
provisions of this By-law.
j)
Maximum Building Height - 10 m
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - no maximum
l)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
m)
Open Storage Areas - No open storage areas shall be permitted.
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Sensitive Area (SEN) Zones in addition to the
General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Sensitive Area (SEN) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any
building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
an area of natural and scientific interest;
b)
a conservation use;
c)
an open space use;
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any SEN Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - no minimum
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - no minimum
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - no minimum
d)
Minimum Setback from Lot Lines - 15 m from any street line and 7.5 m from any
other lot line
e)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - in accordance with the landscaping provisions
of this By-law.
f)
Maximum Building Height
i)
main building - 10 m
ii)
accessory building - 6 m
g)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - no minimum
h)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
i)
Open Storage Areas - No open storage areas shall be permitted.
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4.5.1 RU - RURAL ZONE
1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Rural (RU) Zones in addition to the General
Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Rural (RU) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or
structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
an agricultural use;
b)
a bed and breakfast establishment;
c)
a cemetery;
d)
a conservation use;
e)
a garden nursery;
f)
a farm produce outlet;
g)
an outdoor recreation area;
h)
a private club;
i)
a public park;
j)
a public use;
k)
a public institutional use;
l)
a playground;
m)
a school;
n)
a forestry use;
o)
a hobby farm;
p)
a hunt camp;
q)
a home industry;
r)
a home occupation;
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s)
a group home;
t)
a commercial kennel;
u)
a veterinary establishment;
v)
a portable asphalt plant;
w)
a wayside pit or wayside quarry;
x)
an existing waste disposal site;
y)
an existing gravel pit;
z)
a place of worship;
aa)
a single detached dwelling;
bb)
a secondary dwelling unit;
cc)
a seasonal dwelling.
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any RU Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area
i)
Agricultural uses - 30 ha
ii)
All other Uses - 2 ha
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 90 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 60 m
d)
Minimum Setback
i)
Residential Uses - all yards 7.5 m
ii)
All other uses - all yards 15 m
e)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 25%
f)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - no minimum except as required by the
landscaping provisions of this By-law.
g)
Maximum Building Height
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i)
main building - 10 m
ii)
accessory building - 6 m
h)
Maximum number of dwelling units per lot - 1 unit
i)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot
i)
residential uses - 1 only
ii)
all other uses - no maximum
j)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
k)
Open Storage Areas
Open storage areas, used solely for accessory storage for a permitted use, shall be
permitted in any yard, other than a required yard, in an RU Zone.
l)
Special Restrictions Near Residential Lots and Zones
No airstrip or feed lot directly associated directly with an agricultural use, nor any nor-
residential building or structure directly associated with an intensive agricultural use
or commercial Kennel or with the cutting or sawing of timber, shall hereafter be
established or erected closer than 300 m to a residential lot or Residential Zone.
m)
Water Frontage for Seasonal Waterfront Dwelling Units
Notwithstanding any other provisions in this By-law to the contrary, the minimum
water frontage for a seasonal waterfront dwelling shall be 60 m.
n)
Special Provisions for Second Farm Dwelling
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, an accessory
dwelling unit shall be permitted on operating farms having a minimum area of 60 ha.
An accessory dwelling unit mayconsist of a mobile home unit or the addition of a
second dwelling unit to an existing single detached dwelling unit. The mobile home
unit must be located within 100 m of the principle residence or main agricultural
building located on the lot and shall be subject to a Temporary Use By-law in
accordance with the Planning Act.
o)
Special Lot Size for Specialized Agricultural Operations
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the minimum lot
area for specialized agricultural operations shall be 5.0 ha.
p)
Special Restrictions for Kennels
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, no part of any
kennel shall be located closer than 100 m to a dwelling unit on another lot.
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q)
Special Restrictions on Farm Animals
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, the keeping,
raising or boarding of farm animals on lots where the principal use is residential and
which has an area of less than 2 ha shall not be permitted.
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Agricultural (AG) Zones in addition to the General
Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Agricultural (AG) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building
or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
an agricultural use;
b)
a bed and breakfast use;
c)
a cemetery;
d)
a conservation use;
e)
a farm produce outlet;
f)
a forestry use not including wood processing or manufacturing of wood products;
g)
a home industry;
h)
a home occupation;
i)
a hunt camp;
j)
a kennel;
k)
a public park;
l)
a public use;
m)
a public institutional use;
n)
a playground;
o)
a recreation use;
p)
a school;
q)
a technology industry;
r)
a veterinary establishment;
s)
a wayside pit or wayside quarry;
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t)
a single detached dwelling;
u)
a seasonal dwelling;
v)
accessory farm related commercial and industrial uses.
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any AG Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area
i)
agricultural uses - 30 ha
ii)
all other uses other than an accessory dwelling - 2 ha
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 90 m
c)
Minimum Setbacks - all yards 15 m
d)
Maximum Building Height
i)
residential uses - 10 m
ii)
other main uses - 21 m
iii)
accessory uses - 6 m
e)
Maximum Main buildings Per Lot
i)
residential uses - 1 only
ii)
other uses - no maximum
f)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
g)
Open Storage - Open storage shall be permitted in any yard, other than a required
yard.
h)
Special Restrictions Near Residential Lots and Zones
No airstrip or feed lot directly associated directly with an agricultural use, nor any nor-
residential building or structure directly associated with an intensive agricultural use
or commercial Kennel or with the cutting or sawing of timber, shall hereafter be
established or erected closer than 300 m to a residential lot or Residential Zone, nor
shall any residential building hereafter be established as a main use within 300 m of
any such building, structure, air strip or feed lot previously established in an AG Zone.
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i)
Special Lot Size for Specialized Agricultural Operations
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the minimum lot
area for specialized agricultural operations shall be 5.0 ha.
j)
Special Restrictions on Farm Animals
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, the keeping,
raising or boarding of farm animals on lots where the principal use is residential and
which has an area of less than 2 ha shall not be permitted.
k)
Minimum Parking Space Requirements - no minimum
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Shoreline Development (SD) Zones in addition to
the General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Shoreline Development (SD) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use
any building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
a seasonal dwelling;
b)
a private cabin accessory to a permitted seasonal dwelling;
c)
a private cabin;
d)
a tourist commercial use;
e)
a bed and breakfast establishment;
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any SD Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - .8 ha
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 45 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 90 m
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - 10 m
e)
Minimum Corner Side Yard Width - 10 m
f)
Minimum Interior Side yard Width - 10 m
g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 10 m
h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 10%
i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - no minimum
j)
Maximum Building Height - 10 m
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - 1 only
4.5.3 SD - SHORELINE DEVELOPMENT ZONE
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l)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
m)
Open Storage Areas - no open storage shall be permitted on a lot in any SD Zone.
n)
Private Cabins
o)
No private cabin shall exceed 30 m2 in gross floor area, nor shall more than 1 private
cabin be erected on any lot.
p)
No private cabin shall hereafter be erected on any lot having a lesser lot area than
this By-law requires.
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Hamlet Community (HT) Zones in addition to the
General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Hamlet Community (HT) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any
building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
a single detached dwelling
b)
a home occupation;
c)
a bank;
d)
a cemetery;
e)
a clinic;
f)
a convenience store
g)
a public institutional use;
h)
an office;
i)
a public park;
j)
a public use;
k)
a playground;
l)
a personal service establishment;
m)
a private club;
n)
a restaurant;
o)
a retail store;
p)
a service outlet;
q)
a studio;
r)
a video rental outlet;
s)
an accessory dwelling unit;
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3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any HT Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - 2 ha
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 90
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 90 m
d)
Minimum Front Yard Depth - 10 m
e)
Minimum Exterior Side Yard Width - 7.5 m
f)
Minimum Interior Side yard Width - 5 m
g)
Minimum Rear Yard Depth - 7.5 m
h)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 30%
i)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - no minimum, except as provided by the
landscaping provisions of this By-law.
j)
Maximum Building Height
i)
main building - 10 m
ii)
accessory building - 6 m
k)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - 1 only
l)
Maximum Number of Dwelling Units per Lot - 1 only
m)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
n)
Open Storage Areas - no open storage shall be permitted on a lot in any HT Zone.
o)
Special Provisions for Parks and Cemeteries
Parks and cemeteries shall not be subject to the minimum lot area or lot frontage
requirements but shall comply with the setback requirements of this By-law.
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Airport Commercial (AC) Zones in addition to the
General Provisions set out in this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any Airport Commercial (AC) Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any
building or structure for any purpose except one or more or the following uses:
a)
an agricultural use without any buildings or structures;
b)
an airport;
c)
a commercial use;
d)
a public or commercial garage;
e)
a storage depot;
f)
a tourist outfitters establishment;
g)
a transportation depot;
h)
a wayside pit or wayside quarry;
i)
an accessory dwelling unit.
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any AC Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure except
in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - 2 ha
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 90 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 90 m
d)
Minimum Setback from Lot Lines - 15 m from any street line and 7.5 m from any
Other lot line
e)
Maximum Lot Coverage - 30%
f)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - in accordance with the landscaping provisions
of this By-law.
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g)
Maximum Building Height
i)
main building - 10 m
ii)
accessory building - 6 m
h)
Maximum Main Buildings Per Lot - no minimum
i)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
j)
Open Storage Areas - No open storage areas shall be permitted.
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1) Scope
The provisions of this Section shall apply in all Mineral Extraction (MX) Zones in addition to the
General Provisions of this By-law, except as otherwise provided in this By-law.
2) Uses Permitted
No person shall, within any MX Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure for
any purpose except one or more of the following uses, namely:
a)
a pit;
b)
a quarry;
c)
manufacturing of cement, concrete, pavement, brick or granular, or other similar
materials including an asphalt or ready mix concrete plant;
d)
an agricultural use, not including buildings or structures;
e)
a forestry use, not including buildings or structures;
f)
a school;
g)
an accessory dwelling unit.
3) Zone Requirements
No person shall, within any MX Zone, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Minimum Lot Area - 2 ha
b)
Minimum Lot Frontage - 90 m
c)
Minimum Lot Depth - 90 m
d)
Minimum Setback from Lot Lines - 30 m from any street line and 15 m from all other
lot lines
e)
Maximum Lot Coverage - no maximum
f)
Minimum Landscaped Open Space - as per landscaping requirements of this By-law
g)
Maximum Building Height - 10 m
h)
Maximum Main Buildings per Lot - no maximum
4.5.6 MX - MINERAL EXTRACTION ZONE
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i)
Minimum Building Separation - 3 m
j)
Open Storage Areas
Open Storage areas shall be permitted in any yard, other than within the required
setback from all lot lines, provided that any open storage area located closer than
150 m to a Residential Zone or public road is separated therefrom by a continuous
opaque barrier not less than 1.8 m in height, except that no such barrier shall be
required abutting a railway right-of-way.
k)
Location and Fencing of Excavations
Any open excavation associated with, or pertaining to an extractive use shall:
i)
be located not closer than 30 m to any street line or 15 m to any other lot
line; and
ii)
be fully enclosed by a continuous fence or other barrier not less than 1.8 m in
height, located not closer than 10 m to any part of such excavation.
l)
Special Restrictions Near Residential Zones
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, no extractive use,
nor any building, structure, or open storage area other than an accessory office, shall
hereafter be established or erected closer than 150 m to a Residential Zone.
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5.1
SPECIAL ZONE PROVISIONS
Whenever a zone symbol on the Zone Maps is followed by a dash and a number, the lands so
designated shall be subject to, and used in accordance with, all the provisions of this By-law
applicable to the zone represented by such symbol except as specifically provided by the special
provisions of the special zone set out in this Section of the By-law.
5
SPECIAL ZONES
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5.2.1 R1-1 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2066-84)
5.2.2 R1-2 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2084-84)
5.2.3 R1-3 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2133-85)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-1
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a place of worship shall be permitted
subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 15 m
b)
minimum side yard - 1 m
c)
minimum rear yard - 1 m
d)
minimum number of parking spaces - 16
2)
This sub-section applies to Part Lot 1 and 2, Plan M-150 (NB), Parcel 2471
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-2
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a Boy Scout Hall shall be permitted.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-3
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 4 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 30 m
b)
minimum lot depth - 30 m
c)
minimum lot area - 900 sq. m.
d)
minimum interior side yard between lots 164 and 165, Plan M169-NB - no minimum
e)
minimum floor area (per unit) - 84 sq. m.
5.2
SPECIAL RESIDENTIAL FIRST DENSITY ZONES
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5.2.4 R1-4 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2143-85)
5.2.5 R1-5 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2144-85)
2)
For the purpose of this sub-section, lots 164 and 165, Plan M169-NB shall be considered as
a single building lot.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-4
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 8 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 54 m
b)
minimum lot depth - 38 m
c)
minimum lot area - 2,052 sq. m.
d)
minimum front yard - 6 m
e)
minimum side yard between Block 89 and Lot 65 - 6 m
f)
minimum side yard between Lot 81 and Lot 65 -12 m
g)
minimum interior side yard - no minimum
h)
minimum rear yard - 12m
i)
minimum floor area - 66 m2 (per dwelling unit)
j)
minimum number of parking spaces in side or rear yard only - 12
k)
maximum lot coverage - 40%
2)
For the purpose of this sub-section, Lots 63, 64 and 81, Plan 6M-406(C) shall be considered
a single building lot.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-5
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 6 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 20 m
b)
minimum lot depth - 59.5 m
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5.2.6 R1-6 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2183-85)
c)
minimum lot area - 1,202 sq. m.
d)
minimum interior side yard - 1.5 m
e)
minimum exterior side yard - 3.5 m
f)
minimum rear yard - 12m
g)
minimum floor area - 84 sq. m (per dwelling unit)
h)
minimum number of parking spaces in rear yard only - 8
i)
maximum lot coverage - 50%
2)
For purposes of this sub-section, the following definitions shall apply:
a)
Yard, Exterior Side means a side yard immediately adjacent to a public street.
b)
Yard, Interior Side means a side yard other than an exterior side yard.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-6
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 8 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 40 m
b)
minimum lot depth -40 m
c)
minimum lot area - 1600 sq. m.
d)
minimum interior side yard - 1.5 m
e)
minimum front yard - 9 m
f)
minimum exterior side yard -12 m
g)
minimum interior side yard between Lot 537 and Lot 538 - 6 m
h)
minimum rear yard - 15m
i)
minimum floor area (per dwelling unit) - 65 sq. m
j)
maximum lot coverage - 20%
k)
minimum number of parking spaces in front or rear yard only - 12
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5.2.7 R1-7 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2186-85)
5.2.8 R1-8 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2213-86)
5.2.9 R1-9 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2356-87)
l)
minimum interior side yard between Lot 536 and Lot 537 - no minimum
m)
minimum usable open space not less than 4.6 sq. m. per residential unit shall be
provided as a playground located in one place on the lot and suitably prepared for
recreation.
2)
For the purpose of this sub-section, Lots 536 and 537, Plan M-174(NB) shall be considered
a single building lot.
3)
For purposes of this sub-section, the following definitions shall apply:
a)
Yard, Exterior Side means a side yard immediately adjacent to a public street.
b)
Yard, Interior Side means a side yard other than an exterior side yard.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-7
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 3 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 20 m
b)
minimum lot area - 820 sq. m.
c)
minimum floor area - 190 sq. m
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-8
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 4 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 20 m
2)
This sub-section applies to Lot 538, Plan M-174 (NB)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-9
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
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5.2.10 R1-10 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2460-89)
5.2.11 R1-11 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2488-89)
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 3 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 15 m
b)
minimum lot area - 820 sq. m.
c)
minimum floor area for each dwelling unit -130 m2
d)
minimum exterior side yard - 3 m
2)
This sub-section applies to Lot 592, Plan M-114 (NB).
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-10
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a multiple dwelling or row house dwelling
containing not more than 20 dwelling units shall be permitted.
2)
This subsection applies to Block 22, Plan M-174 (NB)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-11
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
The only permitted uses shall be:
a)
a multiple dwelling containing not more than 10 dwelling units;
b)
a multiple dwelling containing not more than 12 dwelling units;
c)
accessory uses
2)
All provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the following
modifications:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 85 m
b)
minimum lot depth - 90 m
c)
minimum front yard - 25 m
d)
minimum side yard -6 m
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5.2.12 R1-12 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2830-95)
5.2.13 R1-13 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2866-96)
e)
minimum rear yard -10 m
f)
minimum number of parking spaces - 26
g)
maximum lot coverage - 35%
h)
minimum usable open space not less than 4.6 m2 per residential unit shall be
provided as a playground located in one place on the lot and suitably prepared for
recreation.
3)
This sub-section applies to Part Lot 20, Concession 2, Township of Glackmeyer.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-12
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 Zone, a local commercial use shall be permitted
on Lot 13 of the proposed plan of subdivision.
2)
The lands to which this sub-section applies are described as Part of Lot 20 and 21,
Concession 2, Parcel 2351, 2667 and part of Parcel 2688, being approximately 53 feet wide
by 660 feet long abutting the lot line between Lots 20 and 21, Geographic Township of
Glackmeyer, Town of Cochrane, District of Cochrane.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-13
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the permitted uses in the R1 Zone, up to 8 multiple dwelling units shall be
permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 40 m
b)
minimum lot depth -36 m
c)
minimum front yard - 6 m
d)
minimum side yard - 1.2 m
e)
minimum rear yard - 1.2 m
f)
minimum interior side yard between Lot 740 and Lot 741, Plan M-173 (NB) - no
minimum
g)
minimum number of parking spaces - 16
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5.2.14 R1-14 (TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 720-2010)
5.2.15 R1-15 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 488-2007)
h)
maximum lot coverage - 50%
i)
maximum no. of dwelling units - 8 units
j)
maximum no. of main buildings - 1 only
2)
For the purpose of this sub-section, Lots 740 and 741, Plan M-173 (NB) shall be deemed to
be a single building lot.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-14
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
The only permitted use shall be:
a)
A private institutional use;
b)
Four accessory apartment dwelling units located in the se3cond floor of the building;
c)
Related accessory uses.
2)
A minimum of 19 on-site parking spaces shall be required, 2 of which must be barrier free
parking spaces.
3)
The lands to which this subsection applies are described as Lots 413, 414, 415 and 416,
Plan M-114, Town of Cochrane.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-15
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
The only permitted use shall be up to four dwelling units within the existing building subject
to the following requirements:
a)
the minimum frontage and area shall be the dimensions of Lot 524 as shown on Plan
M-114 (NB).
b)
a minimum of four on-site parking spaces shall be provided.
c)
the location of the existing building is permitted.
2)
This sub-section applies to Lot 524, Plan M-114 (NB).
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Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R1-16
on the Zone Maps (Schedule A), all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1 Zone shall apply
subject to the following modifications:
1) That a Garage, Commercial or Public be added as a permitted use.
2) The maximum main buildings per lot shall be two.
3) This sub-section applies to 166-172 17th Avenue, legally known as the south Part of Lot 19,
Concession 1, Glackmeyer, Parcel 3028 Lamarche and Glackmeyer.
5.2.16 R1-16 (TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 1110-2015)
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5.3.1 R2-1 (TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 743-2010)
Notwithstanding any other provisions in this by-law to the contrary, within any area designated "R2-1"
on the Zone Map, all provisions of this by-law applicable to the R2 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
The only uses permitted shall be:
a)
a multiple dwelling containing not more than 8 dwelling units; and
b)
accessory uses.
2)
The lands to which this sub-section applies are described as Part of Block C, Plan M346C,
Parcel 3364 LG, Town of Cochrane.
5.3
SPECIAL RESIDENTIAL SECOND DENSITY ZONES
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5.4.1 R3-1
(MOBILE
HOME
RESIDENTIAL EXCEPTION ONE:
FORMER
GLACKMEYER ZONING BY-LAW NO. 839
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated R3-1
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the R3 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1) Despite the provisions of the Mobile Home Residential Zone, the permitted uses on lands
zoned R3-1 shall be restricted to a sanitary sewage treatment lagoon, conservation uses,
and community and sporting facilities in existence on March 27, 1995.
5.4
SPECIAL MOBILE HOME RESIDENTIAL ZONES
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5.5.1 C1-1 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2024-83)
5.5.2 C1-2 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2293-87)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C1-1
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
The following zone requirements shall apply:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 15 m
b)
minimum lot depth -25 m
c)
minimum lot area -375 sq. m.
d)
minimum front yard - no minimum
e)
minimum rear yard - no minimum
f)
maximum lot coverage - 90%
2)
This sub-section applies to Lot 128, Plan M-114 (NB).
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C1-2
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the C1 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 18 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum floor are of dwelling unit - 25 sq. m.
b)
maximum floor area of dwelling unit -42 m2
c)
maximum number of dwelling units - 18
d)
there shall be provided and maintained on the same lot as the dwelling units one
parking space for each dwelling unit up to a maximum of 16 parking spaces.
e)
the dwelling units shall be located on the second and third floors of the building.
f)
there shall be provided and maintained on the same lot as the dwelling units not less
than 37 m2 of landscaped open space, which shall be enclosed by a fence not less
than 0.9 m in height.
5.5
SPECIAL COMMERCIAL CORE ZONES
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5.5.3 C1-3 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2465-89)
5.5.4 C1-4 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2499-90)
2)
This sub-section applies to Part of Lot 378 and Lots 379 and 380, Plan M-114 (NB).
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C1-3
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the use permitted in the C1 Zone, the following uses shall be permitted:
a)
a transportation facility
b)
a railway track
2)
For the purpose of this sub-section, the following definition shall apply:
Transportation Facility means the use of land, building or structure as a train station and bus
station which may include loading and unloading of passengers, a ticket office, restaurant,
luggage checking facilities, parcel shipping facilities, ancillary offices, parking facilities for
vehicles, and similar uses.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C1-4
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
The following zone requirements shall apply:
a)
minimum lot depth - 20 m.
b)
maximum rear yard (retained lot) - 2.7 m.
2)
This sub-section applies to Lot 318, Plan M-114 (NB).
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5.6.1 C2-1 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2122-85)
5.6.2 C2-2 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2150-85)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C2-1
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C2 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the C2 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 3 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 20 m
b)
minimum lot area - 820 m2
c)
minimum floor area 190 m2
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C2-2
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C2 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the C2 Zone, a multiple dwelling containing not more
than 3 bachelor dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 12 m
b)
minimum lot area - 490 sq. m.
c)
minimum side yard between Lots 397 and 396, Plan M-114 (NB) - 1 m
d)
minimum side yard between Lots 397 and 398, Plan M-114 (NB) - 3 m
e)
minimum floor area (per dwelling unit) - 37 sq. m.
f)
minimum number of parking spaces in front yard only - 4
5.6
SPECIAL COMMERCIAL TRANSITION ZONES
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5.7.1 C3-1 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 1880-81)
5.7.2 C3-2 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 1891-81)
5.7.3 C3-3 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2120-85)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C3-1
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C3 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
The following zone requirements shall apply:
a)
minimum front yard - no minimum
b)
minimum side yard (total both sides) - 4m
c)
minimum rear yard (lane side) - 6m
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C3-2
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C3 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the C3 Zone, a shopping centre shall be permitted
subject to the following requirements:
a)
maximum floor area - 3,710 sq. m.
b)
minimum number of parking spaces -178
c)
minimum number of loading spaces - 3
2)
For the purpose of this sub-section, the following definition shall apply:
Shopping Plaza means a group of commercial establishments related in location, size and
type to the trade or residential area it serves and conceived, designed, developed and
managed as an independent and interrelated unit whether by a single owner or tenant or by
a group of owners or tenants acting in collaboration.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C3-3
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C2 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
All uses existing as of March 19, 1985 are permitted.
5.7
SPECIAL LINEAR MIXED COMMERCIAL ZONES
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5.7.5 C3-5 (TOWN OF COCHRANE ZONING BY-LAW NO. 801-2011)
5.7.6 C3-6
5.7.7 C3-7 (TOWN OF COCHRANE ZONING BY-LAW NO. 1002-2014)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated C3-4
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the C3 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the C3 Zone, an office and a transportation
hub/marshalling area shall be permitted.
2)
The minimum interior side yard between the M1-3 Zone and C3-4 Zone shall be O m.
3)
The lands to which this sub-section applies are described as South Part of Lot 25,
Concession 1, Parcel 1789 LG, Township of Glackmeyer, Town of Cochrane.
Notwithstanding any other provisions in this by-law to the contrary, within any area designated C3-5
on the Zone Schedules, all provisions of this by-law applicable to the C3 Zone shall apply subject to
the following modifications:
1)
In addition to those uses permitted in the C3 Zone, accessory business office uses shall also
be permitted in the basement of the existing building.
2)
The lands to which this sub-section applies are described as Lots 60, 61, Pt. Lot 59, Pt. Lane
BG RP 6R4934, Parts 1, 3, 5 Parcel 3833LG, Town of Cochrane.
(Reserved for Future Use) [By-law No. 1109-2015]
Notwithstanding any other provisions in this by-law to the contrary, within any area designated as C3-
7 on the Zone Schedules, all provisions of this by-law applicable to the C3 Zone shall apply subject to
the following modifications:
1)
That within the Special Linear Mixed Commercial Zone (C3-7), permitted uses shall include
the same permitted uses as in the Linear Mixed Commercial (C3) Zone, save and except for a
hotel and motel.
2)
That within the Special Linear Mixed Commercial Zone (C3-7), a welding shop shall be
included as a permitted use in addition to the those permitted uses in the Linear Mixed
Commercial (C3) Zone.
3)
That within the Special Linear Mixed Commercial Zone (C3-7), a Class 1 Industrial Facility as
defined by the Ministry of the Environment, D-Series Guidelines will not be permitted within
70 metres of existing commercial/residential or other sensitive land uses. The distance shall
5.7.4 C3-4 (TOWN OF COCHRANE ZONING BY-LAW NO. 785-2011)
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be measured as the shortest horizontal distance between the lot line of the property with the
sensitive use and the closest main wall of the industrial use.
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5.8.1 M1-1 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2361-87)
5.8.2 M1-2 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 2556-91)
5.8.3 M1-3 (TOWN OF COCHRANE ZONING BY-LAW NO. 784-2011)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated M1-1
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the M1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
The height provisions of this By-law do not apply to the co-generating plant.
2)
This sub-section applies to Part 1, Plan 6R-4958, being the south ½ of Lot 19, Concession 1,
Township of Glackmeyer.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated M1-2
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the M1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
The following zone requirements shall apply:
a)
minimum lot frontage - 18 m
2)
This sub-section applies to Parts 1, 2 and 11, Plan 6R-5956, South Half of Lot 19,
concession 1, Township of Glackmeyer.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated M1-3
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the M1 Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the M1 Zone, an office and a transportation
hub/marshalling area shall be permitted.
2)
The minimum interior side yard between the M1-3 Zone and C3-4 Zone shall be O m.
3)
The lands to which this sub-section applies are described as South Part of Lot 25,
Concession 1, Parcel 1789 LG, Township of Glackmeyer, Town of Cochrane.
5.8
SPECIAL INDUSTRIAL ZONES
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(Reserved for Future Use)
5.9
SPECIAL PARKS & OPEN SPACE ZONES
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(Reserved for Future Use)
5.10 SPECIAL SENSITIVE AREA ZONES
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(Reserved for Future Use)
5.11 SPECIAL HAMLET COMMUNITY ZONES
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5.12.1 RU-1 (FORMER GLACKMEYER ZONING BY-LAW NO. 839)
5.12.2 RU-2 (FORMER GLACKMEYER ZONING BY-LAW NO. 839)
5.12.3 RU-3 (FORMER GLACKMEYER ZONING BY-LAW NO. 839)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated RU-1
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the RU Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1) Permitted uses shall be restricted to uses existing as of March 27, 1995. Expansions or
additions to such uses shall be subject to the prior approval of the Ministry of Natural
Resources on the basis of the adjacent waterbody's capacity to support the proposed
expansion or addition. New development shall be subject to a zoning by-law amendment.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated RU-2
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the RU Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
Permitted uses shall be restricted to uses existing as of March 27, 1995. Expansions or
additions to such uses shall be subject to the prior approval of the Ministry of Natural
Resources on the basis of the adjacent waterbody's capacity to support the proposed
expansion or addition.
2)
The following zone requirements shall apply:
a)
minimum lot area -0.32 ha
b)
minimum lot frontage -28 m
c)
minimum front yard -15 m
d)
minimum rear yard - 15 m
e)
minimum interior side yard - 7.5 m
f)
minimum exterior side yard - 7.5 m
g)
maximum lot coverage - 20%
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated RU-3
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the RU Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
5.12 SPECIAL RURAL ZONES
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5.12.4 RU-4 (FORMER TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 1920-81)
5.12.5 RU-5 (FORMER GLACKMEYER ZONING BY-LAW NO. 854)
5.12.6 RU-6 (FORMER GLACKMEYER ZONING BY-LAW NO. 856)
1)
Permitted uses shall be restricted to residential uses as the main use, accessory retail
stores(s), and accessory uses to the foregoing.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated RU-4
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the RU Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the RU Zone, a communications utility shall be permitted
subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage -180 m
b)
minimum lot depth -70 m
c)
minimum lot area -2 ha
d)
minimum front yard - 6 m
e)
minimum side yard - 6 m
f)
minimum rear yard - 6 m
g)
maximum lot coverage - 50%
2)
For the purpose of this sub-section the following definition shall apply:
Communications Utility means any use of land that is primarily for the transmission of
electronic signals through the air and includes a transmission station and tower.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated RU-5
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the RU Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
Permitted uses shall be restricted to a mini warehouse and public storage only.
2)
This sub-section applies to Part 1, Plan 6R-6774, Part of Lot 18, Concession 3, Township of
Glackmeyer.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated RU-6
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the RU Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
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5.12.7 RU-7 (FORMER GLACKMEYER ZONING BY-LAW NO. 913)
5.12.8 RU-8 (TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 1213-2016)
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the RU Zone, a welding and fabrication roll-off service
use shall be permitted.
2)
This sub-section applies to Plan 6R- 4124, Part of Lot 23, Concession 3, Township of
Glackmeyer.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated RU-7
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the RU Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the RU Zone, a tourist commercial use shall be permitted
subject to the following requirements:
a)
minimum lot frontage -25 m
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated RU-8
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the RU Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the uses permitted in the RU Zone, a landscaping business shall be permitted.
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5.13.1 AG-1 (TOWN OF COCHRANE BY-LAW NO. 1214-2017)
Notwithstanding any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, within any area designated AG-1
on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to the AG Zone shall apply subject to the
following modifications:
1)
In addition to the permitted uses in the AG Zone, up to 25 individual self-storage units shall
be permitted.
5.13 SPECIAL AGRICULTURAL ZONES
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(Reserve for Future Use)
5.14 SPECIAL SHORELINE DEVELOPMENT ZONES
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(Reserved for Future Use)
5.15 SPECIAL AIRPORT COMMERCIAL ZONES
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(Reserve for Future Use)
5.16 SPECIAL MINERAL EXTRACTION ZONES
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1) Scope of Holding Zones
Whenever the symbol "H", followed immediately by a number, appears on the Zone Maps as a suffix
to a zone symbol, notwithstanding the provisions of that zone, unless this by-law has been amended
to remove the relevant "H" symbol in accordance with the provisions set out in this Section, no
person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure except for uses permitted in all
zones, or except as otherwise specifically provided in this Section.
2) Holding Zones
(Reserved for Future Use)
5.17 HOLDING ZONES
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1) Scope of Temporary Use Amendments
Whenever a property is subject to a temporary use by-law amendment, all provisions of this by-law
applicable to the Zone in which such property is located according to the Zone Symbol shown on the
Zone Maps, shall apply except as otherwise specifically provided, for temporary period of time, by
this Section.
2) Temporary Use Amendments
(Reserved for Future Use)
5.18 TEMPORARY USE BY-LAWS
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6.1
ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
6.2
VIOLATION AND PENALTIES
6.3
VALIDITY
6.4
OTHER BY-LAWS, LICENSES, PERMITS AND REGULATIONS
This By-law shall be administered and enforced by the Chief Building Official or such other person as
the Council designates.
Every person who contravenes any provision or requirement of this By-law is guilty of an offence and
on conviction is liable:
a)
on a first conviction, to a fine of not more than $25,000.00; and
b)
on a subsequent conviction, to a fine of not more than $10,000.00 for each day or
part thereof upon which the contravention has continued after the day on which he or
she was first convicted.
except where a greater penalty is provided under the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.
13.
c)
in the case where a building or structure is erected or altered, or any part of any
building, structure or lot is hereafter used, in whole or in part, in contravention of any
of the provisions of this By-law, such contravention may be restrained by action at the
instance of any ratepayer or of the Corporation pursuant to the provisions of the
Municipal Act or the Planning Act in that behalf.
If any section or provision of this By-law, including anything contained in any schedule attached
hereto, is for any reason declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same shall
not affect the validity of this By-law as a whole or any part hereof, other than the section or provision
so declared to be invalid.
Nothing in this By-law shall be construed to exempt any person from complying with any restrictions
or regulations lawfully imposed by the Corporation or any other governmental authority or agency
having jurisdiction to make such restrictions or regulations, or from obtaining any permit, license,
permission or approval required by this or any other by-law or regulation of the Corporation or any
other governmental authority or agency having jurisdiction to require such permit, license,
permission or approval.
6
ADMINISTRATION AND APPROVALS
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6.6
EXISTING BY-LAWS REPEALED
6.7
EFFECTIVE DATE
In the event of a conflict within this By-law or with any amendment to this By-law or with the
requirements of any other by-law, the most restrictive or the by-law imposing the higher standards
shall govern and apply unless the context clearly requires otherwise.
Zoning By-law No. 710-2010 of the Town of Cochrane and any amendments thereto are hereby
repealed insofar as they apply to the zoned area.
This By-law shall come into force and take effect on the date of final passing.
6.5
CONFLICT
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The Schedules of this Zoning By-law include:
-
Schedule A - Urban Area; and
-
Schedule B - Rural Area.
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SCHEDULES
SEVENTEENTH
AVE
THIRTEENTH
AVE
TWELFTH
AVE
ELEVENTH
AVE
THIRTEENTH
AVE
GENDREAU
LN
THIRD
AVE
SECOND
AVE
FIRST AVE
SYBIL AVE
CONNAUGHT
AVE
WESTERN AVE
Cochrane and Suburban
Planning Area
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Schedule A
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Settlement Area Boundary
Zone Boundary
R1
- Residential First Density
R2
- Residential Second Density
R3
- Mobile Home Residential
HIGHWAY 579
OS
R1
ELEVENTH ST
OS
TENTH ST
R2-1
R1-12
C3-7
OS
R1
R2
R1
GOLD ST
R3
R3-1
C1
- Commercial Core
C2
- Commercial Transition
C3
- Linear Mixed Commercial
M1
- Industrial
OS
- Park and Open Space
RU
- Rural
SEN - Sensitive Area
R1
R1
R1
FIFTH ST
R1-6
OS
R1-8
C3
C3-1
WATER PLANT RD
SEVENTH ST W
SIXTH ST
R1
FIFTH ST
EIGHTH ST
SEVENTH ST E
SIXTH ST
R1-14
R1-13
R1-11
R1-5
SEVENTH ST E
SIXTH ST
R1
EIGHTH ST
R1-4
Provincial Highway
Local Roads
R1-7
R1
C2-1 C2
FOURTH ST W
R1-15
FIFTH ST
R1-1
FIFTH ST
OS
Ontario Northland Railway
Rivers and Streams
M1
M1-3
M1
C3-4
C3-5
C1-1
C1
THIRD ST W
C1-2
R1-9
FOURTH ST E
COMMANDO
C2
LAKE
R1-16
FOURTH ST E
M1-1
M1-2
C3
HIGHWAY 11
C3
SECOND ST
C3-2
HIGHWAY 11
C3
LANE ST
R3
RU
C2-2
NORMAN
LAKE
THIRD ST E
R1
R1-10
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LAKE
OS
SEN
C3
200m 400m 600m 600m 1000m
N
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variety of map sources and was used by permission of the
Town of Cochrane. It is not a legal plan of survey. For precise
location of plan features recourse should be had to the original
source data.
GLACKMEYER 2 & 3 CONCESSION
C3-3
O
GLACKMEYER 2 & 3 CONCESSION
GENIER RD
GENIER RD
TIM HORTON
DR
NINETEENTH
AVE
EIGHTEENTH
AVE
SEVENTEENTH AVE
SIXTEENTH
AVE
SIXTEENTH
AVE
FIFTEENTH
AVE
FIFTEENTH
AVE
FOURTEENTH
AVE
FOURTEENTH
AVE
TWELFTH
AVE
CHALMERS AVE
CHALMERS AVE
ELEVENTH AVE
TENTH
AVE
NINTH
AVE
EIGHTH
AVE
COTE
LN
SEVENTH
AVE N
SEVENTH
SWAN
AVE S
LN
SIXTH
AVE
FIFTH AVE
FIFTH AVE
AILEEN WRIGHT
LN
FOURTH
AVE
HIGHWAY 11
THIRD AVE
RUDYK LN
AURORA AVE
CO-OP LN
ARTHUR
AVE
NAKITA
AVE
VICTORIA AVE
NANOOK
AVE
ALEXANDRA
AVE
PATRICIA
AVE
LILLABELLE
LAKE RD
PELTOLA RD
PELTOLA RD
BEADMAN RD
R2
R1
OS
SEARLES RD
PELTOLA RD
HIGHWAY 579
RU
BLOUNT 10 & 11 CONCESSION
RU
MARGARET
LAKE
LOUISE
LAKE
LAKE LOUISE RD
RU
BENTLEY LAKE RD
MX
RU-1
SILVER QUEEN RD N SD
RU
SILVER QUEEN
LAKE
SD
DINA CREEK RD
RU-2SILVER QUEEN LAKE RD
LONG SAULT RD
J INKS
LAKE
RU
MX
FLOODS LANDING RD
HAMLET OF CLUTE
HT
AG
AG
CONCESSION 12 & 1
DORA
LAKE
RU-2
SPRUCE AVE
RAPIDS AVE
CLUTE CREEK RD
BONFIELD RD
MX
GENIER
LAKE
HAMLET OF GENIER
RU
HT
GLACKMEYER 10 & 11 CONCESSION
RU
MALHERBE RD
MX
AG
AG
GLACKMEYER 8 & 9 CONCAEGSSION
CHARTRAND
LAKE
RU-3
AG
RU
Cochrane and Suburban
MX
STUBBE RD
GLACKMEYER 6 & 7
CONCESSION
MX
AC
RU-8
LAUZON
LAKE
RU
Planning Area
Zoning By-law
Schedule B
MCWHIRTER RD
AG
RU
LILLABELLE AIRPORT RD
LAKE
MX
RU
MX
MX
GLACKMEYER 4 & 5 CONCESSION
AG
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2018
GUPPY RD
HIGHWAY 579 RU-6
MX
GLACKMEYER 2 & 3 CONCESSION
C3
RU-5
Settlement Area Boundary
Zone Boundary
RU
- Rural
AG
- Agricultural
SD
- Shoreline Development
MX
- Mineral Extraction
HT
- Hamlet Community
HIGHWAY 11
C3
Town of Cochrane
Settlement Area
See Schedule A
AG
AG
RU
C3
SEN
AG
HIGHWAY 652
RU
RU
RU AG
HIGHWAY 652
AC
- Airport Commercial
C3
- Linear Mixed Commercial
SEN - Sensitive Area
Provincial Highway
Local Roads
Ontario Northland Railway
NAULT
LAKE
FOURNIER 4
CONCESSION
RU
AG
SEN
AG
LITTLE MENARD
LAKE RD
RU
AG
NAHMA RD
BROWER 4 CONCESSION
Trans Canada Pipeline
Municipal Boundary
Planning Area
Rivers and Streams
DUNN LAKE RD
49TH PARALLEL RD
AG GIRARD RD
HANNA RD
AG-1
SD
POOL
LAKE
RD
AG
RU
AG
SAK LAKE
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N
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permission of the Town of Cochrane. It is not a legal
plan of survey. For precise location of plan features
recourse should be had to the original source data.
HANNA LAKE
SD
RU
O
CORNEL RD
LAMOTHE RD
BERNDT RD
BOUNDARY RD
BOUNDARY RD
SONAR RD
WILSON RD
GENIER RD
GENIER RD
MENARD LAKE RD
HIGHWAY 11
HIGHWAY 11
LILLABELLE LAKE RD
HIGHWAY 579
ZUCKS RD
BEADMAN RD
HIGHWAY 579
SILVER QUEEN
LAKE RD
VEZINA RD
FEAR RD
RD
RU
RU