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Dysart et al Zoning By-law 2005-120
December 2, 2025
Comprehensive Zoning By-law
Municipality of Dysart et al
Passed by Council as By-law 2005-120, December 12, 2005
Office Consolidation: December 2, 2025
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Amendments to Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2005-120
By-Law #
Date
Legal Description
New Zone
2006-08
January 9, 2006
Part Lot 12, Concession 6, Harburn
Township
WR3
2006-21
March 13, 2006
Part Lot 11, Concession 7, Harcourt
Township
CT
2006-33
April 10, 2006
Part Lots 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9,
Concession 12 and Part Lots 5, 6,
8 and 9, Concession 13, and Part
of the Original Allowance for Road
between Concessions 12 and 13
in front of Lots 5, 6, 8 & 9, and Part
of the Original Allowance for Road
between Lots 5 and 6,
Concessions 12 and 13, Havelock
Township
WR5L-2 & EP
2006-46
May 8, 2006
Part Lot 11, Concession 6, Harburn
Township
CH-18
2006-51
June 5, 2006
Lots
14
to
34
inclusive in
Concessions 1 to 3 inclusive and
Lots
14
to
20
inclusive in
Concessions 4 to 6 inclusive, Eyre
Township
EP & RU1L-4
2006-55
June 12, 2006
Part Lot 8, Concessions 3 & 4,
Havelock Township
WR3 & RU3-1
2006-67
July 10, 2006
Part Lot 17, Concession 8, Part of
Mill Reserve, Block M, Registered
Plan 1, Dysart Township
EP
2006-68
July 10, 2006
Part Lot 10, Concession 6, Dysart
Township
EP
2006-69
July 10, 2006
Part
Lot
2,
Concession 14,
Havelock Township
WR3L
2006-74
August 8, 2006
Part Lot 17, Concession 8, Part Lot
1, Block H, Plan 1, Dysart Township
C-11
2006-76
August 8, 2006
Part Lots 16, 17, 18, 19 & 20,
Concessions 13 & 14, Havelock
Township
EP
2006-77
August 8, 2006
Part Lots 24 & 25, Concession 12,
Harcourt Township
CT & CT-1
2006-89
September 11, 2006
Part Lots 6 & 7, Concession 4,
Harcourt Township
WR6L
2006-90
September 13, 2006
Part Lot 12, Concession 4, Guilford
Township
CH-19
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2006-111
November 6, 2006
Part Lot 25, Concession 13, Block
A, Plan 572, Guilford Township
WR4
2006-112
November 6, 2006
Part Lot 3, Concession 7, Guilford
Township
RU1L
2006-114
November 6, 2006
Part Lot 5, Concessions 11 & 12,
Guilford Township
WR3L
2006-116
November 6, 2006
Part Lot 26, Concession 3, Guilford
Township
WR3L-2, EP &
OS
2006-119
November 6, 2006
Part Lot 3, Concession 6, Dysart
Township
RS-3 & OS-10
2007-03
January 8, 2007
Part Lots 1 & 2, Concession 14,
Havelock Township
WR3L-3& OS-1
2007-05
January 8, 2007
Part Lot 24, Concession 3, Guilford
Township
R2
2007-14
February 5, 2007
Lots 7, 8, 9 and 10, Concession 7,
Harburn Township
WR6L & EP
2007-16
February 5, 2007
Part Lot 29, Concessions 11 and
12, Guilford Township
WR3L
2007-24
February 12, 2007
Part Lot 17, Concession 7, Part 1,
Plan 19R-4339, Dysart Township
R3-7
2007-32
March 13, 2007
Part Lot 5, Concessions 3 and 4,
and part of the Original Allowance
for Road between Concessions 3
and 4 in front of Lot 5, Dysart
Township
RR-1
2007-33
March 13, 2007
Part Lot 27, Concession 12,
Harcourt Township
WR4L
2007-34
March 13, 2007
General Amendments to Sections
1.2(e), 2.32, 2.38, 2.69, 2.75,
3.1(d), 3.17, 9.3 and Table 2, Table
7.2 & Table 9.2.
2007-45
April 10, 2007
Amend Zoning By-law Amendment
2006-119 to add Section 5(d)
2007-53
May 14, 2007
Wind Turbines - Amendments to
Section 2 and Section 3
2007-54
May 14, 2007
Part Lot 33, Concession 5, Dysart
Township
EP
2007-73
July 3, 2007
Part Lot 17, Concession 8, Plan 1,
Part 3, 19R-5621, Dysart Township
IU-2
2007-77
July 9, 2007
Part Lots 16 and 17, Concession 1,
Part
1,
19R-2366,
Havelock
Township
CH-20 & RU1-4
2007-88
August 13, 2007
Part Lots 18 and 19, Concession 9,
and Part Lot 18, Concession 10,
Guilford Township
WR3L
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2007-96
September 10, 2007
Part Lot 2, Concession 5, and part
of the original shore road allowance
in front of Lot 2, Concession 5,
Dysart Township
WR3
2007-97
September 10, 2007
Part Lot 5, Concession 9, Guilford
Township.
WR3L
2007-103
October 1, 2007
Part Lots 8 and 9, Concessions 3
and 4, Havelock Township
WR6
2007-107
October 9, 2007
Part Lots 3 and 4, Concession 3,
Havelock Township
RU1L
2007-108
October 9, 2007
Part Lot 18, Concession 2, Part 2,
Plan19R-5351, Harcourt Township
M-4
2007-109
October 9, 2007
Part Lot 5, Concession 5, Guilford
Township
MD-1 & RU1-5
2007-126
November 13, 2007
Part Lots 34 and 35, Concession
11, Dysart Township
RR-10
2008-05
January 14, 2008
Part Lot 4, Concession 1, Harcourt
Township
WR4L
2008-14
February 11, 2008
Part Lot 13, Concession 8 and 9,
Dysart Township
CH-21
2008-20
February 11, 2008
Part Lot 1, Concession 13, Plan
170 Havelock Township
WR4L-4
2008-24
March 10, 2008
Part of Lots 16 and 17, Concession
8, further described as Part of Lots
3,4,5 and 6, Block P, Registered
Plan 1; and part of the closed road
allowance for George Street shown
on Plan 1; and Part of Lots 2, 8, 9,
10, 11 and 12,
Block L, Dysart Township
OS-11
2008-25
March 10, 2008
Part Lots 1 and 2, Concession 10,
Dudley Township
RR-10
2008-53
April 18. 2008
Part
of
Lots
14
and
15,
Concessions 11 and 12, Guilford
Township
M-7
2008-59
June 9, 2008
Part of Lot 32, Concession 8,
Dysart Township
RU1L
2008-63
January 7, 2013
Part Lot 16, Concession 8, Lots 2
and 8, and Part of Lots 1 and 7,
Block 2, Plan 1,Part of the Road
Allowance for Lakeview Street
Between Blocks 2 and 6, Plan 1
Lots 3 and 4, and Part of Lots 2,
Block 6, Plan 1, Geographic
Township of Dysart
R3-8
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2008-66
July 14, 2008
Part Lots 11 and 12, Concession 9,
Dysart Township
CH
2008-98
November 10, 2008
Part of Lot 17, Concession 8,
further described as Part of Lot 12,
Block T, Registered Plan 1, Dysart
Township
C-4
2009-09
February 9, 2009
Part of Lot 6, 7 and 8, Concession
11 and Part of Lot 6, Concession
12, Guilford Township
WR3L, WR5L-
2, WR6L-3,
WR6L-4, EP,
LR
2009-10
February 9, 2009
Part of Lot 23, Concession 7,
Dysart Township
RR-10
2009-12
February 20, 2009
Part of Lot 11, Concession 8,
further described as Part 2, Plan
19R-8887, Dysart Township
R1-2
2009-30
April 14, 2009
Part of Lots 11 and 12, in
Concession 3, further described as
Block B, Plan 467, Havelock
Township
0S-13
2009-31
April 14, 2009
General Amendments to Sections
2.108, 2.185, 3.1 (f) (i), 3.1 (f) (iii),
3.5
2009-38
May 11, 2009
Part of Lot 18, Concession 8,
further described as Part Lot 2,
Block R, Plan 1, Part 1, Plan 19R-
6738, Dysart Township
R3-9
2009-39
May 11, 2009
Part of Lot 1, Concession 5, further
described as part of Parts 1 and 2,
Plan 19R-307, Dysart Township
Part of Lot 1, Concession 5, further
described as part of Part 3, Plan
19R-307, Dysart Township
RS
CT
2009-44
June 8, 2009
Part of Lots 4 and 5, in Concession
5, Guilford Township
WR2
2009-56
July 13, 2009
Part of Lot 1, Concession 5, Dysart
Township
WR3
2009-57
July 13, 2009
Part of Lots 3 and 4, Concession 3,
Dudley Township
RR-10
2009-64
August 10, 2009
Lot 4, Concession 2
RR-10 & EP
2009-82
September 14, 2009
Part
of
Lots
14
and
15,
Concessions 11 and 12, Guilford
Township
M-7
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2009-91
October 13, 2009
Part of Lot 10, Concession 7,
further described as Part 6, Plan
19R-2771, Dudley Township
OS-12
2009-92
October 13, 2009
Part of Lot 8, Concession 9, further
described as Block B, Plan 567,
Dysart Township
RR & EP
2009-110
December 14, 2009
Part Lot 9, Concession 7, Dudley
Township
WR3L
2009-115
December 14, 2009
Part Lot 29, Concession 9, Guilford
Township
WR4L & LR
2010-15
February 8, 2010
Part of Lot 5, Concession 6, Dudley
Township
WR5L
2010-17
February 8, 2010
Part of Lot 15, Concession 3,
Dysart Township
RU1L-5
2010-25
March 8, 2010
Part of Lot 17, Concession 8,
further described as Lot 6, Block C,
Registered Plan 1, Dysart
Township
IU-3
2010-38
April 12, 2010
Part Lot 9, Concession 7, Dysart
Township
WR4L
2010-59
June 7, 2010
Part of Lot 3, Concession 6, Dudley
Township
WR3L
2010-66
June 14, 2010
Part of Lot 18, Concession 8,
further described as Lots 8, 9 and
10, Block 8, Registered Plan 1,
Dysart Township
R1-3L, EP
2010-67
June 14, 2010
Part of Lot 6, Concession 2, Dysart
Township
CH-22
2010-79
July 12, 2010
Part of Lot 10, Concession 6,
Harburn Township
CH-23
2010-108
September 13, 2010
Amendment to 7.3.2.8
CH-8 Exception Zone
2010-111
October 12, 2010
Part of Lot 29, Concession 4,
Dysart Township
WR3
2010-120
November 8, 2010
Part of Lot 6, Concession 6, Dysart
Township
WR4
2010-121
November 8, 2010
Part of Lot 13, Concession 9,
Dysart Township
CH-24
2010-122
November 8, 2010
Part of Lot 11, Concession 9,
Dysart Township
RR-11L, RS
2010-123
November 8, 2010
General Amendments to Section
7.3.1.1
2010-125
November 8, 2010
Part of Lots 11 and 12, Concession
11, Dysart Township
CH-25, RU1L,
EP
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2010-136
December 6, 2010
Part Lot 23, Concession 1, Parts 2
to 5, Plan 19R-2005, Dysart
Township
WR3
2010-143
December 13, 2010
Part Lot 18, Concession 9, Lot 6,
Block 13, Plan 1, Dysart Township
RR-7
2011-26
March 14, 2011
Part Lot 10, Concession 8 & 9,
Dysart Township
R3-10
2011-27
March 14, 2011
Part Lots 3, 4, 5, Concession 12
Guilford Township
WR3L, WR6L,
EP
2011-43
April 11, 2011
Part of Lots 16-28, Concessions 4-
9, Part 1, Harburn Township
WR3L, WR5L,
WR6L, OS,
OS-1, OS-8,
EP, LR
2011-45
August 2, 2011
Lot 3, Plan 19-M2, Havelock
Township
LR-1
2011-59
May 9. 2011
Part Lot 10, Concession 6
Plan 19R-2338, Harburn Township
WR3, WR4,
OS-3
2011-70
June 13, 2011
Part Lots 16 & 17, Lot 8, Part Lots
3, 9 & 10, Block X, Plan 1, Dysart
Township
R3-11
2011-72
June 13, 2011
Part Lot 11, Concession 2, Part 1-
4,
Plan
19R-2509,
Dudley
Township
WR3L, EP
2011-83
July 11, 2011
General Amendment
2011-84
July 11, 2011
Part Lot 9, Concession 1, Part 3,
Plan 19R-1773, Dudley Township
RR-10
2011-97
August 8, 2011
Part Lot 27, Concession 12, Parts 2
to 5, Plan 19R-3677, Harcourt
Township
WR4L
2011-106
September 12, 2011
Part
Lots
32,
33
and
34,
Concessions 6 and 7, Part Lots 33,
34 and 35, Concessions 8 and 9,
Dudley Township
RU1, OS-1, EP
2011-120
November 14, 2011
Part of Lot 26, Concession 2,
further described as Part 2, Plan
19R-7985, Dysart Township
RR-7
2011-126
November 14, 2011
Part Lot 11, Concession 6, Harburn
Township
CH-26
2012-14
February 13, 2012
Part of Lot 21, Concession 6,
Dysart Township
RR-10
2012-15
February 13, 2012
Lot 12, Concession 5
RU1L-6, EP
2012-23
March 5, 2012
Part
Lot
2,
Concession 14,
Havelock Township
WR3L-4,
WR3L-5
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2012-26
March 26, 2012
Part Lot 3, Concession 4, Parts 2 &
6,
Plan
19R-5425,
Guilford
Township
CH-27
2012-27
March 26, 2012
Part Lot 13, Concession 9, Part 4,
Plan 19R-2920, Dysart Township
CH-28
2012-28
March 26, 2012
Part Lot 16, Concession 8, Lot 1
and Part Lot 2, Block F, Plan 1,
Dysart Township
R3-12
2012-42
May 7, 2012
Part Lots 1 & 2, Concession 1,
Dysart Township
RR-10
2012-46
May 28, 2012
Part Lot 22, Concession 3, Part 1,
Plan 19R-4083, Guilford Township
RR-10
2012-58
July 23, 2012
Part Lot 13, Concession 9, Dysart
Township
RR-12, CH-30
2012-59
July 23, 2012
Part Lots 1 to 4, Concession 13,
Parts 1 & 2, Plan 19R-9101,
Guilford Township
RU1-6, EP
2012-60
July 23, 2012
Lot 2, Concession 2, Guilford
Township
RU1-7, EP
2012-61
July 23, 2012
Part Lots 29 & 30, Concession 7,
Part 1, Plan 19R-592, Guilford
Township
WR3L, WR5L,
WR6
2012-71
August 7, 2012
Part Lot 11, Concession 8, Dysart
Township
CH-29
2012-87
October 22, 2012
Part Lot 3, Concession 1, Part 1,
Plans 19R-1355, 19R-1817, Dysart
Township
RR-10
2012-95
November 26, 2012
Part Lots 6, 7 & 8, Concession 11
and Part Lot 6, Concession 12,
Guilford Township
WR3L,
WR5L -2,
WR6L-3
WR6L-4
WR6L
OS-8
2012-98
December 17, 2012
Part Lot 11, Concession 6, Harburn
Township
CH-18
2012-99
December 17, 2012
Lots 32 and 33, Concession 10,
Harcourt Township
RU1L
2013-05
January 28, 2013
Part Lots 8 and 9, Concession 8,
Parts 1 to 3, Plan 19R-3957, Part 9,
Plan 19R-3776, Dudley Township
OS-1
2013-06
January 28, 2013
Lot 4, Concession 6, Dudley
Township
WR6L, EP
2013-28
March 25, 2013
Part Lot 16, Concession 2, Guilford
Township
RR-10
2013-50
July 22, 2013
Part Lot 13, Concession 7, Dysart
Township
R1-4
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2013-70
October 28, 2013
Part Lot 2, Concession 9, Part 4,
Plan 19R-4505, Dudley Township
RR-10
2013-71
October 28, 2013
Part Lot 13, Concession 7
Dysart Township
R1-1
2013-85
December 16, 2013
Part Lot 3, Concession 2
Block C, Plan 533
Harcourt Township
OS-1
2013-86
December 16, 2013
Part Lots 24 and 25, Concession 9,
Harcourt Township
RU1-8, EP
2014-08
January 27, 2014
Part Lot 7, Concession 12, Dysart
Township
IR-5
2014-09
January 27, 2014
Part Lot 26, Concessions 4 and 5,
Dysart Township
WR3L, EP
2014-20
March 24, 2014
Part Lot 3, Concession 3 and 4,
Guilford Township
CH-31
2014-21
March 24, 2014
Part Lot 3, Concession 5, Part 1,
Plan 19R-1627, Guilford Township
WR2-1
2014-22
March 24, 2014
Part Lot 4, Concession 3, Guilford
Township
RR-13
2014-23
March 24, 2014
Part Lot 24, Concession 11,
Harcourt Township
RR-14
2014-35
April 28, 2014
General Amendments to Section C-
11
2014-44
May 27, 2014
Part Lots 18, 19, 20, Concession 3
and 4, Harburn Township
CT-13, OS-1
2014-68
August 25, 2014
Part Lot 17, Concession 8
Lot 4, Part Lots 9 and 10
Block Q, Plan 1, Dysart Township
R3-13
2014-70
August 25, 2014
Part Lot 3, Concession 4
Part 3, Plan 19R-452, Dudley
Township
WR4-3
2014-76
September 22, 2014
All of Lots 4 to 8 and Part of Lots 9
and 10, Concession 5, Part of Lots
3 to 8 and Part of Lot 10,
Concession 6, Harburn Township
RU1. RU1-9,
RU2, EP
2014-77
September 22, 2014
Part Lot 14, Concession 11, Dysart
Township
RR-15, EP
2014-85
October 14, 2014
Part Lot 18, Concession 9, Part
Lots 4 and 8, Block 13, Plan 1,
Dysart Township
RR-7
2015-03
January 26, 2015
Part Lot 7, Concession 5, Part 1,
Plan 19R-4158, Dysart Township
RR-10
2015-04
January 26, 2015
Part Lots 11, 12, 13 and 14,
Concession 7, Harburn Township
RU1-10
2015-07
January 26, 2015
Part Lot 31, Concession 7, Guilford
Township
RR-16, EP
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December 2, 2025
2015-20
March 23, 2015
General Amendments
2015-21
March 23, 2015
Part Lot 2, Concession 2, Harcourt
Township
WR3L-6,
WR4L-5, EP
2015-38
May 25, 2015
Lot 22, Concession 1, Dysart
Township
WR4L
2015-49
July 27, 2015
Lot 32, Concession 3, Block D, Plan
54, Guilford Township
WR3L, EP
2015-61
August 24, 2015
Part Lot 3, Concession 4, Guilford
Township
CH-27, RU1,
EP
2015-62
August 24, 2015
Part Lot 11, Concession 8
Dysart Township
RS-4
2015-64
August 24, 2015
Part Lot 19, Concession 9, Dysart
Township
RR-17, EP
2015-70
September 28, 2015
Part Lot 22, Concession 3, Guilford
Township
RR
2015-81
November 23, 2015
Part Lot 12, Concession 11, Parts 1
to 3, Plan 19R-9208, Dysart
Township
RR-10
2016-09
February 18, 2016
Part Lot 30, Concession 10
Part 1, Plan 19R-4749, Dysart
Township
Part Lot 31, Concession 9, Dysart
Township
OS-1
CH-32
2016-22
March 29, 2016
Part Lots 23 and 24, Concession 9
Lots 9, 10 and 11, Plan 626
Guilford Township
WR3L-7
WR3L-8
2016-33
April 25, 2016
Lots 6 and 7, Concession 8, Part 4,
Plan 19R-7855, Dysart Township
IU-4
2016-37
May 24, 2016
General Amendments to Section
5.4.13.3
2016-38
May 24, 2016
Part Lots 17, 18
and 19,
Concession 1, Parts 3, Plan 19R-
2938, Havelock Township
RR-18, RR-19
2016-44
2016-77
June 27, 2016
September 26, 2016
Part Lot 3, Concession 5, Dudley
Township
RU1 to RU2
2016-59
2016-69
July 25, 2016
August 22, 2016
Part Lot 17, Concession 8, Lot 2,
Block H, Plan 1, Parts 1, 2 and 6,
Plan 19R-9876, Dysart Township
C-12
2016-78
September 26, 2016
Part Lots 5 and 6, Concession 13,
Part 1, Plan 19R-1714, Part 6, Plan
19R-5467, Havelock Township
WR3L
2016-80
September 26, 2016
Part Lots 7 and 8, Concessions 8
and 9, Dysart Township
RR and EP
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December 2, 2025
2016-87
October 24, 2016
Part Lot 14, Concession 8, Dysart
Township
R3-14
2016-99
November 21, 2016
Part Lot 7, Concession 4, Guilford
Township
R2-2
2016-100
November 21, 2016
Part Lot 15, Concession 7, Dysart
Township
RR
2016-101
November 21, 2016
Part Lots 21 to 24, Concession 12,
Harcourt Township
CT-14, RU3-2
and EP
2016-106
December 12, 2016
Part Lot 13, Concessions 8 and 9,
Part 2, Plan 19R-8849, Dysart
Township
CH
2017-06
January 23, 2017
Part Lot 19, Concessions 7 and 8
Part Lot 6, Plan 19M-9, Harburn
Township
WR6L
2017-09
September 13, 2017
Part Lot 33, Concession 5, Dysart
Township
M-8, EP
2017-21
February 27, 2017
Part Lots 1 and 2, Concessions 5
and 6, Dysart Township
RS
2017-38
April 24, 2017
Part Lot 14, Concession 6, Guilford
Township
CH-33, EP
2017-40
April 24, 2017
Part Lot 10, Concession 1, Dudley
Township
WR3L, WR5L,
WR6L, EP and
LR-2
2017-48
May 23, 2017
Part Lot 9, Concession 3, Guilford
Township
RR, RU1 to
RU2, RU2-3,
RU2-4 and OS
2017-60
July 24, 2017
Part Lots 6 and 7, Concession 7,
Dysart Township
RS
2017-61
July 24, 2017
Part Lots 13 and 14, Concession 7,
Dysart Township
RR-20, R1-6
2017-69
September 25, 2017
General Amendments to Section
9.3(c)
2017-79
October 23, 2017
Part Lot 13, Concession 7, Dysart
Township
RR-21
2017-80
October 23, 2017
Part Lot 12, Concession 8 and 9,
Dysart Township
C13, C-14
2017-81
October 23, 2017
All Lots 21 and 22, Part Lot 22,
Concession 6, All Lots 21 and 22
and Part Lot 23, Concession 7,
Harcourt Township
RU1-11, EP
2017-93
November 20, 2017
Part Lot 33, Concession 6, Plan
19R-6756, Part 5, Plan 19R-6606,
Parts 15 to 20, Concession 5, Plan
19R-7198, Part Lot 1, Concession
6, Parts 3 to 6, Plan 19R-1764,
Dysart Township
WR3, WR3-1,
WR5L-3,
WR5L-4,
WR6L-5
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December 2, 2025
2018-25
May 28, 2018
Part Lots 24 and 25, Concession 3,
Dysart Township
MD-H
2018-26
May 28, 2018
Part Lot 21, Concession 9
Guilford Township
WR5L-5
2018-42
July 23, 2018
Part Lots 6 and 7, Concession 4,
Guilford Township
C
2018-58
September 24, 2018
Part Lots 17, 18 and 19,
Concession 1, Havelock Township
RR-19
2018-59
September 24, 2018
Part Lot 18, Concession 10,
Parts 3 to 5, Plan 19R-3725,
Guilford Township
WR3L
2019-14
February 26, 2019
Part Lots 1 to 3, Concession 3,
Plan 19R-5111, Part 1, Plan 19R-
6207, Harburn Township
RU2, EP
2019-37
May 28, 2019
Part Lot 1, Concession 5, Dysart
Township
WR3
2019-55
July 23, 2019
Part Lot 3, Concession 3, Part Lots
2 and 3, Concession 4, Part 4,
Plan 19R-5425, Guilford Township
New
subsection to
7.3.2.27
2019-76
October 22, 2019
Part Lot 31, Concession 5, Dysart
Township
MX-2
2020-04
January 28, 2020
Part Lot 10, Concession 12, Dysart
Township
RR
2020-05
January 28, 2020
Part Lots 24 and 25, Concession
2, Guilford Township
RR, EP
2020-41
June 23, 2020
Part Lot 5, Concession 11 and 12,
Part 1, Plan 19R-9015, Guilford
Township
WR3L, RU1L,
EP, OS
2020-48
July 28, 2020
Part Lot 16, Concession 10, Parts
1 and 2, Plan 19R-6344, Dysart
Township
RR, EP
2020-49
July 28, 2020
Part Lot 21, Concession 2,
Harcourt Township
RR-22
2020-60
September 25, 2020
Concession 1, Part Lots 1 and 2,
Part Shore Road Allowance, Plan
588, Lot 57, Part Block O, West
Shore Court, Plan 19R-7840,
Parts 3 to 5, Plan 19R-8117,
Parts 3 to 6, Havelock Township
WR4, OS-1
2020-61
September 25, 2020
Part Lot 12, Concession 9, Part
29, Plan 19R-2953, Dysart
Township
M-9, EP
2020-64
October 27, 2020
Lot 3, Concession 7, Part 1, Plan
19R-6111, Dysart Township
MX, RU1, EP
2020-65
October 27, 2020
General Amendments
2020-73
November 24, 2020
Lot 4, Plan 637, Dysart Township
R1, delineate
the existing EP
area
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2021-04
January 26, 2021
Part Lot 11, Concession 8,
Plan 19R-9193, Township of
Dysart
CH-34
2021-13
March 23, 2021
Part Lots 13 and 14, Concession
2, Parts 1,2 and 4, Plan 19R-6886,
Block C, Plan 370, Closed Road
Allowance, Township of Havelock
WR3
2021-40
May 25, 2021
Lot 52 and 53, Plan 623, Township
of Dysart
R1-7
2021-41
June 22, 2021
Lot 13, Plan 19M2
WR5L-9
2021-58
July 27, 2021
Part Lot 28, Concession 13,
Township of Guilford
WR3L, OS
2021-64
August 24, 2021
Part Lot 18, Concession 3, Lot 17,
Plan 462, Township of Guilford
WR2-2
2021-65
August 24, 2021
Part Lot 17, Concession 8, Block
B, Plan 1, Part Lots 6 and 12, Plan
19R-6486, Township of Dysart
R1-8
2021-86
November 23, 2021
Part Lots 6 and 7, Concession 6,
Parts 1 to 3, Plan 19R-8169,
Township of Dysart
RU2-1
2022-11
February 22, 2022
Part Lots 16 to 18, Concessions 1
and 2, Part 3, Plan 19R-2366,
Township of Havelock
RU1, CH-35
2022-24
March 22, 2022
Part Lot 29, Concession 10
Township of Dysart
WR4L-7
2022-28
March 22, 2022
Lot 2, Plan 19M3
Township of Harburn
WR3L-9
2022-35
March 25, 2022
Part Lot 15, Concession 9, Plan
19R-7362, Parts 1 and 2, Plan
19R-9314, Township of Dysart
IR-2
2022-45
April 26, 2022
Part Lots 15 to 16, Concession 4,
Township of Havelock
WR3L
2022-57
May 24, 2022
Part Lot 25, Concession 4,
Township of Dysart
RU1L-12, EP
2022-58
May 24, 2022
Part Lots 4 and 5, Concession 1,
Lot 78, Plan 589, Township of
Havelock
WR4-4
2022-77
July 26, 2022
Part Lot 14, Concession 13, Part 1,
Plan 19R-1206, Township of
Havelock
WR4L-8
2022-59
August 23, 2022
Part Lot 25, Concession 8, Part 1,
Plan 19R-5745, Township of
Dysart
RR-5, EP
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September 27, 2022
Part Lots 29 and 30, Concession 2,
Part Lots 28 to 30, Concession 3,
Township of Guilford
RU3-3
2023-09
January 24, 2023
Part Lot 2, Concession 5,
Township of Dudley
RU1-13, RU2,
EP
2023-27
February 28, 2023
Part Lot 18, Concession 2, Lots 26
and 27, Plan 367, Plan 19R-5159,
Part 1, Part 66, Plan 402, Parts 1
and 2, Plan 19R-7894, Township of
Havelock
WR2-2, WR3-3
2023-40
March 28, 2023
Part Lot 8, Concession 7,
Township of Dudley
WR6L, WR6L-6,
EP
2023-47
April 25, 2023
Lot 6, Part Lot 12, Block T, Plan 1 H-R3-15
2023-60
June 27, 2023
Part Lot 6, Concession 13,
Township of Havelock
WR5L, WR5L-8
2023-61
June 27, 2023
Part Lot 22, Concession 8, Parts 3,
4 and 6, Plan 19R-5350, Township
of Guilford
WR5L-6
WR5L-7
2023-77
August 22, 2023
Part Lot 31, Concession 7, Parts 1
to 3, Plan 19R-4156, Township of
Dysart
WR3L-10
2023-85
October 24, 2023
Part Lot 11 and 12, Concession 9,
Township of Dysart
M10-EP
2023-87
September 26, 2023
Part Lots 9 and 10, Concession 8,
Parts 1 to 5, Plan 19R-10423,
Township of Dysart
H-RS-5,H-RS-6,
H-RS-7, H-CH-
36, EP-1
2023-102
November 28, 2023
Part Lot 15, Concessions 3 and 4,
Plan 19R-10520, Township of
Dudley
RU1L-7
2023-110
December 12, 2023
Part Lots 8 and 9, Concession 5,
Part 5, Plan 19R-5498, and Parts 3
and 11, Plan 19R-8973, Township
of Dysart
M-11
2023-112
December 12, 2023 General Amendments
2024-07
January 23, 2024
Part Lot 17, Concession 8, Lot 4,
Plan 1, Block, Q, Township of
Dysart
CH-37
2024-16
February 27, 2024
Part Lots 15 to 16, Concession 4,
Township of Havelock
Remove Holding
Provision
By-law 2022-45
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March 26, 2024
Part lots 8 & 9, Concession 8,
Parts 1 to 3, RP 19R3957, Part 9,
RP 19R3776 Part Lot 9,
Concession 8, Parts 4 to 8, RP
19R3957, Township of Dudley
WR4L-9
2024-46
May 28, 2024
Part Lot 16, Concession 10, Block
G, Plan 404, Township of Guilford
RR-22, RU1-14
2024-47
May 28, 2024
Part Lot 25, Concession 3, Part 6,
Plan 19R-2448, Township of
Guilford
CH, EP
2024-59
June 25, 2024
Part Lot 23 and 24, Concession 9
Parts 2 and 3, Plan 19R-7388
Geographic Township of Harcourt
RU1-15, EP
2024-89
September 24, 2024
Part Lots 14 and 15, Concessions
3 and 4, Geographic Township of
Harburn
RU1, RU2,
RU2-5, EP
2024-102
November 26, 2024
Part Lot 6, Concession 3, Plan
19R-5079, Part 5 and 8,
Geographic Township of Dysart
RR-23, RU2, EP
2024-103
November 26, 2024
Part Lot 12, Lot 6, Block T, Plan 1
Geographic Township of Dysart
Remove Holding
Provision
By-law 2023-47
2024-109
December 10, 2024
Part Lot 15, Concession 10, Block
A, Parcel 1, Plan 395, Geographic
Township of Harburn
WR3
2025-04
January 28, 2025
Part Lot 5, Concession 13, Plan
19R-5467, Parts 3, 9 and 10, Parts
2 and 4, Geographic Township of
Havelock
WR6L-7
2025-05
August 26, 2025
Part Lot 6, Concession 11,
Geographic Township of Dudley
RU1-17
2025-06
January 28, 2025
Part Lot 12, Concession 9, Plan
19R-2953, Part 19 and 21, Part
Part 20, Plan 19R-9248, Part 1,
Geographic Township of Dysart
M, EP
2025-23
February 25, 2025
Part Lot 33, Concession 5
Geographic Township of Dysart
Amend M-8
Exception Zone
2025-24
February 25, 2025
Part Lots 1-3, Concession 7
Geographic Township of Dysart
RU1, RU1-16,
M, EP
2025-64
July 22, 2025
Part Lot 9, Concession 9
Geographic Township of Dysart
Part Lots 9 and 10, Concession 9,
Part 1, Plan 19R-8735, Part 1, Plan
19R-10315
Geographic Township of Dysart
RU1, EP
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August 26, 2025
Part Lot 15, Concession 10, Lot 2,
Plan 395
Geographic Township of Harburn
WR3
2025-73
August 26, 2026
Part Lots 21 and 22, Concession 7,
Lot 17 and 18, Plan 437,
Geographic Township of Harburn
WR4
2025-83
September 23, 2025
Part Lots 16 and 17, Concession
10, Lot 19, Plan 637
Geographic Township of Dysart
R1-9, EP
2025-92
October 28, 2025
Part Lots 4, Concession 3, Plan
19R-9654, Parts 1-3
Geographic Township of Guilford
H - RR-13, EP
2025-93
October 28, 2025
Part Lot 6, Concession 4, Plan
19R-5229, Part 9
Geographic Township of Guilford
H - CH-39
2025-94
October 28, 2025
Part Lot 18, Concession 5
Geographic Township of Dysart
RU1-18, RR-24,
EP
2025-95
October 28, 2025
Part Lots 12 and 13, Concession 8
Geographic Township of Dysart
H- CH-38
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THE CORPORATION OF THE UNITED TOWNSHIPS
OF DYSART, DUDLEY, HARCOURT, GUILFORD,
HARBURN, BRUTON, HAVELOCK, EYRE AND CLYDE
BY-LAW NO. 2005-120
BEING A BY-LAW TO CONTROL
THE USE OF LAND, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF DYSART ET AL
WHEREAS Section 34(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13 authorizes the Council
of a municipality to pass zoning by-laws for the purpose of land use control.
AND WHEREAS a public meeting was held on August 13th, 2005 pursuant to Section
34(12) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13.
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the United Townships of Dysart et al deems
it advisable to pass a by-law pursuant to Section 34(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990,
c.P.13.
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the United Townships of Dysart et
al enacts as follows:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
Interpretation and Administration
1.1
Title
1.2
Scope
1.3
Interpretation
1.4
Schedules
1.5
Enforcement
1.6
Severability
1.7
Repeal of Previous By-laws
2
Definitions
Illustrations
3
General Provisions
3.1
Accessory Structures and Uses
3.2
Access to Streets
3.3
Construction Standards
3.4
Construction Uses
3.5
Contained Outdoor Storage
3.6
Dwelling Units
3.7
Encroachments into Setbacks
3.8
Forestry Uses
3.9
Height Exceptions
3.10
Home Businesses and Bed and Breakfast Establishments
3.11
Home Industries
3.12
Lighting
3.13
Livestock Facilities
3.14
Loading
3.15
Lot Boundaries
3.16
Lots Divided by Improved Streets
3.17
Lots Divided Into More Than One Zone
3.18
Minimum Opening Elevation
3.19
Non-complying Structures and Lots
3.20
Non-conforming Structures
3.21
Noxious Uses
3.22
Parking
3.23
Planting Strips
3.24
Public Uses
3.25
Quonset Hut
3.26
Shoreline Vegetation Buffer
3.27
Sight Triangles
3.28
Signs
3.29
Streets
3.30
Street Setbacks
3.31
Through Lots
3.32
Trails
3.33
Wind Turbines
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4
Zones
4.1
Zone Classification
4.2
Zone Symbols
4.3
Zone Boundaries
4.4
Deemed Zones
4.5
Exception Zones
5
Residential Zones
5.1
Permitted Uses
5.2
Zone Provisions
5.3
Other Provisions
5.4
Residential Exception Zones
6
Institutional Zones
6.1
Permitted Uses
6.2
Zone Provisions
6.3
Institutional Exception Zones
7
Commercial Zones
7.1
Permitted Uses
7.2
Zone Provisions
7.3
Commercial Exception Zones
8
Industrial Zones
8.1
Permitted Uses
8.2
Zone Provisions
8.3
Industrial Exception Zones
9
Rural Zones
9.1
Permitted Uses
9.2
Zone Provisions
9.3
Other Provisions
9.4
Rural Exception Zones
10
Environmental Zones
10.1
Permitted Uses
10.2
Zone Provisions
10.3
Environmental Exception Zones
11
Approval
Schedule "A"
Schedule "B"
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Section 1
INTERPRETATION AND ADMINISTRATION
1.1
TITLE
This By-law, By-law 2005-120 of the Municipality as amended from time to time,
may be cited as the "Municipality of Dysart et al Comprehensive Zoning By-law"
and is referred to within this By-law as "this By-law".
1.2
SCOPE
(a)
Subject Lands
The provisions of this By-law shall apply to all lands and waters within
the Municipality, except for all lands and waters within the boundary of
Algonquin Provincial Park including the geographic townships of Bruton and
Clyde and part of the geographic township of Eyre.
(b)
Compliance
No structure shall be constructed on any lot, nor shall any lot be altered, nor
shall any use of any structure or lot be changed, in whole or in part, except
in accordance with the provisions of this By-law.
(c)
Continued Use
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the continued use of any legal non-
complying lot or structure or any legal non-conforming use or structure, and
no amendment or minor variance to this By-law will be required to permit
that continued use, so long as there is no change in use.
(d)
Building Permit Required
The requirements of this By-law must be met before any building permit
is issued by the Municipality.
(e)
Building Permit Issued (By-law 2007-34)
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the construction, location, or use of any
structure for a purpose prohibited by this By-law if a building permit
application for the structure was received before December 12, 2005,
provided that the following requirements are met.
(i)
Construction of the structure is begun by December 12, 2006
and is completed within a reasonable time.
(ii)
When the structure is constructed, it shall be used and shall
continue to be used for the purpose for which the building
permit was issued.
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(f)
Compliance with Other Law
Nothing in this By-law shall reduce or mitigate any requirement to comply
with any law or regulation of Canada or the Province of Ontario, any by- law
of the County, or any other by-law of the Municipality.
(g)
Navigation and Shipping
Nothing in this By-law shall constitute regulation of navigation or shipping,
which is within the exclusive jurisdiction of Canada.
1.3
INTERPRETATION
(a)
Definitions
Any term that appears in italics, other than the name of a statute or
regulation, is defined in Section 2 of this By-law. Any term that is used in
any amending by-law and is defined in Section 2 of this By-law, and that
does not appear in italics in the amending by-law, shall still be defined in
accordance with Section 2 of this By-law unless the context of the amending
by-law clearly and obviously requires otherwise.
(b)
Headings and Illustrations
The headings of the sections of this By-law, the titles on the Schedules,
the explanatory text provided under the heading "explanatory note" in
Sections 2, 5, and 9 of this By-law, and the explanatory illustrations at
the end of Section 2 of this By-law, have all been provided for convenience
only, and in no way further define, limit, or enlarge the scope or meaning of
any provision of this By-law.
(c)
Singular and Plural
In this By-law, unless the context requires otherwise, words used in the
singular include the plural, and words used in the plural include the singular.
(d)
Shall is Mandatory
In this By-law, the word "shall" is mandatory.
(e)
Used and Occupied
In this By-law, unless the context requires otherwise, the word "used" also
means "designed to be used", and the word "occupied" also means
"designed to be occupied".
(f)
Legislation
All references in this By-law to legislation, regulations, or by-laws of
Canada, the Province of Ontario, the County, or the Municipality are to
those documents as amended from time to time or to their successors.
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(g)
Metric Measurements
The metric measurements used in this By-law are the only measurements
to be used to determine compliance. Recognized abbreviations for metric
measurements have the same meaning as the full names of those
measurements. Any imperial measurements provided are for convenience
only.
(h)
Distances and Areas Horizontal
All distances and areas in this By-law are deemed to be in the horizontal
plane unless indicated otherwise.
1.4
SCHEDULES
Schedule "A", consisting of nine maps, Schedule "B" and Schedule "B-1" are
attached to and form part of this By-law.
1.5
ENFORCEMENT
Any person who contravenes this By-law is guilty of an offence and on conviction
is liable to a penalty in accordance with the Planning Act.
1.6
SEVERABILITY
A decision of a court that any provision of this By-law is invalid in whole or in part
does not affect the validity, effectiveness, or enforceability of the other provisions
or parts of provisions of this By-law.
1.7
REPEAL OF PREVIOUS BY-LAWS
All By-laws of the Municipality passed under Section 34 of the Planning Act,
R.S.O. 1990 as amended, or a predecessor section of that Act, before
December 12, 2005, are repealed.
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Section 2
DEFINITIONS
The terms in Section 2 are defined as follows wherever they occur in italics in this By-
law.
Explanatory Note: All terms are listed in alphabetical order, except for several terms
related to and grouped under "storey" and "tourist establishment". Appropriate cross-
references are provided. For example, "hotel", which is not in alphabetical order, is below
"tourist establishment", which is, and a cross-reference is listed at "hotel". Docks are not
defined; see "marine facility".
2.1
ACCESSORY
A use or structure that is subordinate, incidental, and exclusively devoted to the
permitted main use or main building.
ACCESSORY DWELLING - See DWELLING, ACCESSORY
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT - See DWELLING UNIT, ACCESSORY
ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNIT - See DWELLING UNIT, ADDITIONAL
2.2
ALTER
When used in reference to a structure or part thereof:
(a)
to change any one or more of the external dimensions of the structure;
or
(b)
to change the type of construction of the exterior walls or roof of the
structure; or
(c)
to change the use of the structure; or
(d)
to change the number of uses or dwelling units contained in the structure.
When used in reference to a lot:
(e)
to change any boundary of the lot that abuts a street or lane; or
(f)
to change any dimension or area of or pertaining to the lot that is the
subject of a zone provision; or
(g)
to change the use of the lot; or
(h)
to change the number of uses located on the lot.
"Altered" and "alteration" have corresponding meanings.
2.3
ATTACHED (By-law 2020-65)
When used in reference to a dwelling or enclosed building, means a building
otherwise complete in itself, which depends upon a division wall or walls shared in
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common with an adjacent building or buildings for structural support or complete
enclosure. When used in reference to accessory structures such as a deck, means
a structure, which depends upon the exterior wall or walls of an enclosed building
for structural support. When used in reference to a marine facility or raft, means a
structure, which depends upon the ground for structural support or is in contact with
the ground.
ATTIC - Listed below STOREY
2.4
AUDITORIUM
A structure where facilities are provided for athletic, civic, educational, political,
religious, or social events. An auditorium includes an arena, community centre,
gymnasium, stadium, theatre, or similar use, but does not include a school building
or place of worship that contains one or more of these uses in conjunction with
other uses.
2.5
AUTOMOBILE SERVICE STATION
An establishment primarily engaged in the retail sale of fuels or lubricants for motor
vehicles or snowmobiles. Accessory uses may include the sale of motor vehicle or
snowmobile accessories and minor or emergency maintenance or repair
operations for those vehicles. An automobile service station does not include a
vehicle agency, body shop, or marina.
2.6
AVERAGE FINISHED GRADE
The average level of the proposed or finished ground adjoining a building or
structure on all exterior walls.
BACKYARD HEN - See HEN, BACKYARD
2.7
BALCONY
A porch or balcony that is not enclosed.
BASEMENT - Listed below STOREY
2.8
BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT
An establishment within a single-family dwelling consisting of no more than 3 guest
rooms. The establishment may offer light meals to its accommodation guests. A
bed and breakfast establishment does not include a restaurant, a drive-through
restaurant, a take-out restaurant, or a tourist establishment.
BEDSITTING DWELLING UNIT - See DWELLING UNIT, BEDSITTING
BOAT PARKING SPACE - See PARKING SPACE, BOAT
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2.9
BOATHOUSE
A detached, covered, one storey structure accessory to a residential permitted use,
which is designed or used for berthing or sheltering of a boat or other form of
water transportation and, except as specifically permitted, is located above the
high water mark. A boathouse may include the storage of other equipment
accessory to the residential use. A boathouse shall not contain any dwelling unit,
private cabin, guest cabin, guest room, guest suite, or other habitable rooms. A
boathouse does not include a marine facility.
2.10 BODY SHOP
An establishment used primarily for the painting or repairing of vehicle bodies.
2.11 BUILDING
A structure consisting of a wall, roof, and floor or any of them or a structural system
serving the function thereof, including all plumbing, works, fixtures, and service
systems appurtenant thereto.
2.12 BUILDING, MAIN
A building designed or used for the main use of the lot on which the building is
located.
2.13 BUILDING PERMIT
A permit required by the Building Code Act, 1992 or the Municipality's Building By-
law.
2.14 BUILDING SEPARATION
The least distance between the nearest parts of any two enclosed buildings on
a lot.
2.15 CAMP LOT
An area of land within a tourist camp designated to be temporarily occupied by
a tent, a tourist trailer, a recreational vehicle, or a park model trailer.
2.16 CGVD28
Canadian Geodetic Vertical Datum 1928 height above mean sea level.
2.17 CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL
The officer or employee of the Municipality appointed under the Building Code Act,
1992 and charged with the enforcement of that Act, the Ontario Building Code, and
the Municipality's Building By-law.
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2.18 CLINIC
A building, or a part of a building that is not a dwelling, used solely by doctors,
dentists, and/or other licensed human health practitioners and their staff, for the
purpose of consultation, diagnosis, and office treatment of patients. A clinic does
not include a health care centre.
COMMERCIAL GARAGE - See GARAGE, COMMERCIAL
COMMERCIAL
RECREATION
PARK
-
See
PARK,
COMMERCIAL
RECREATION
COMMERCIAL SCHOOL OR CLUB - See SCHOOL OR CLUB, COMMERCIAL
2.19 CONTRACTORS YARD (2011-83)
An establishment of a contractor or construction company used as a depot for the
storage and maintenance of equipment used by the contractor or construction
company, and includes facilities for the administration or management of the
business and the stockpiling or storage of supplies used in the business, but does
not include the wholesale or retail sale of building supplies or home improvement
supplies."
2.20 CONSTRUCT
To do anything in the erection, installation, extension, or material alteration or
repair of a structure, including installing a structure fabricated or moved from
elsewhere. For greater certainty, to construct also includes altering any structure,
or undertaking any work which requires a building permit.
"Constructed",
"construction",
and
"reconstruction"
have
corresponding
meanings.
CONVERTED DWELLING - See DWELLING, CONVERTED
CORNER LOT - See LOT, CORNER
2.21 COUNCIL
The Council of the Municipality.
2.22 COUNTY
The County of Haliburton.
2.23 DAY NURSERY
A day nursery licensed under the Day Nurseries Act.
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2.24 DECK
A structure that has a floor above the ground but is not enclosed, and which is
accessible and usable as an outdoor living area. A deck includes a balcony. A deck
does not include a stairway, walkway, boardwalk, or landing that is not more
than 1.5 metres wide.
DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANT - See RESTAURANT, DRIVE-THROUGH
2.25 DRY CLEANING OR LAUNDRY OUTLET
A building or part of a building used to receive and distribute articles or goods of
fabric to be subjected elsewhere to a process of cleaning or dyeing. The outlet
may also be used for pressing received articles or goods.
DUPLEX DWELLING - See DWELLING, DUPLEX
2.26 DWELLING
A detached building occupied or capable of being occupied as the home or
residence of one or more persons as the main use of the building. A dwelling does
not include a private cabin, a vehicle, a mobile home, a park model trailer, or a
quonset hut or other corrugated steel structure, a shipping container, a freight
container, a transport truck trailer or school portable.
2.27 DWELLING, ACCESSORY
A dwelling that contains only one dwelling unit which is accessory to a non-
residential permitted use. The dwelling unit shall be occupied by the owner or
operator of the non-residential use and/or by their family or employees.
2.28 DWELLING, CONVERTED
A dwelling constructed as a single-family dwelling, the interior of which has been
altered to contain two dwelling units, being a main dwelling unit and an additional
dwelling unit.
2.29 DWELLING, DUPLEX
A dwelling that is divided horizontally into two separate dwelling units, being a main
dwelling unit and an additional dwelling unit, each of which has an independent
entrance either directly from outside the building or through a common vestibule.
2.30 DWELLING, MEDIUM DENSITY
A dwelling that contains 3 or more separate dwelling units.
2.31 DWELLING, SEASONAL
A dwelling that contains only one dwelling unit which is a secondary residence
of the resident family for seasonal vacation and recreational purposes.
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2.32 DWELLING, SEMI-DETACHED
A dwelling that is divided vertically by a common wall into two separate dwelling
units, being a main dwelling unit and an additional dwelling unit, each of which
has an independent entrance either directly from outside the building or through
a common vestibule.
2.33 DWELLING, SINGLE-FAMILY
A dwelling that contains only one dwelling unit which is designed for year-round
use, on a lot with street access to a fully maintained street. A single-family dwelling
does not include a group home or an accessory dwelling.
2.34 DWELLING UNIT (By-law 2007-34)
A suite of one or more rooms used or designed to be used as the residence of one
family as a single housekeeping unit, and containing cooking, eating, living,
sleeping and sanitary facilities for the exclusive use of that family. For greater
certainly, a dwelling unit shall only have one kitchen. A dwelling unit shall have an
independent entrance either from directly outside the building or through a
common hallway or stairway inside the building. A single tenancy may include the
subtenancy of up to two roomers or boarders who are part of the family. A dwelling
unit does not include a vehicle.
2.35 DWELLING UNIT, ACCESSORY
A dwelling unit accessory to a non-residential permitted use, that is located in a
building the main use of which is that permitted use, or in a building that includes
two or more accessory dwelling units and is located on a lot the main use of which
is that permitted use. An accessory dwelling unit shall be occupied by the owner.
or operator of the non-residential use and/or by their family or employees.
2.36 DWELLING UNIT, ADDITIONAL
A self-contained dwelling unit which is accessory to the main dwelling unit, and
which is located either within the main building or within an accessory structure on
the same lot.
2.37 DWELLING UNIT, BEDSITTING
A dwelling unit consisting of one or two habitable rooms, not including bathrooms.
2.38 DWELLING UNIT, MAIN
A dwelling designed or used for the main use of the lot on which the dwelling is
located.
2.39 DWELLING UNIT AREA
The sum total of the areas of every floor within a dwelling unit, measured between
the inside surfaces of the exterior walls of the dwelling unit. This calculation shall
include all habitable rooms, all stairways, hallways, and other common areas
exclusive to that dwelling unit, and the thickness of interior walls, but shall exclude:
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(a)
any part of any floor where the height between the top of the floor and
the finished ceiling is less than 2.1 metres;
(b)
any private garage, carport, deck, patio veranda, basement, or attic;
(c)
hallways, stairways and other areas common to more than one dwelling
unit, and the thickness of exterior walls.
2.40 ENCLOSED
When used in reference to a structure, having one or more walls and/or a roof.
A structure that has no wall or roof is not enclosed. A deck or patio that has no
walls, other than the exterior walls of the building to which it is attached, is not
enclosed. For greater certainty, guards and handrails are not walls.
2.41 EXISTING
(a)
When used in reference to a lot, registered as of July 11, 1977.
(b)
When used in reference to a use, physically existing, and permitted by
the applicable Zoning By-law or legal non-conforming, on July 11, 1977.
(c)
When used in reference to a structure, physically existing, permitted by the
applicable Zoning By-law or legal non-conforming, and complying with the
applicable Zoning By-law or legal non-complying, on July 11, 1977.
"Exist" has a corresponding meaning.
EXTERIOR SIDE LOT LINE - See LOT LINE, EXTERIOR SIDE
EXTERIOR SIDE MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK - See MINIMUM LOT LINE
SETBACK, EXTERIOR SIDE
2.42 FAMILY (By-law 2007-34)
One person living, or two or more persons living together, in one dwelling unit.
A family shares a common kitchen and eating facilities with the other family
members.
2.43 FARM
Land used for the growing of crops including nursery and horticultural crops,
the raising of livestock and other animals for food or fur, aquaculture, apiculture,
agro-forestry, or maple syrup production. A farm includes any dwelling and
accessory structures on the farm, but does not include any kennel on the farm.
2.44 FARM, HOBBY
A farm that is undertaken primarily for personal consumption or recreation by
the residents of the lot.
2.45 FARM PRODUCE OUTLET
A use accessory to a farm, which consists of the retail sale of agricultural
products produced on the same farm.
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2.46 FENCE (By-law 2020-65)
A structure, which forms a barrier for enclosing, bounding, delineating or protecting
land.
2.47 FINISHED GRADE
The average elevation of the finished surface of the ground at the base of a
building wall or the base of the side of a structure, exclusive of any embankment
in place of stairs.
2.48 FIREWOOD PROCESSOR (By-law 2020-65)
A machine designed to cut and split firewood with minimal manual handling of
the logs.
2.49 FIREWOOD PROCESSING OPERATION (By-law 2020-65)
The processing of logs into firewood via the use of a firewood processor, using
logs originating either on-site or imported from another site, for sale and delivery
to customers at off-site locations. Development of a firewood processing operation
will be subject to Site Plan Control and Agreement regarding issues such as noise
control, days and hours of operation and any other issue deemed appropriate by
the Municipality. The location of the operation shall comply with the setback
provisions of the appropriate zone.
FIRST STOREY - See STOREY, FIRST
FLOOR AREA, GROSS - See GROSS FLOOR AREA
FLOOR AREA, GROUND - See GROUND FLOOR AREA
FRONT LOT LINE - See LOT LINE, FRONT
FRONT MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK - See MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK,
FRONT
FRONT YARD - See YARD, FRONT
2.50 FUEL STORAGE TANK
A tank for the bulk storage of petroleum or petroleum products, inflammable
liquids, gases or similar substances. A fuel storage tank does not include a tank or
container for storage accessory to some other use on the premises.
FULLY MAINTAINED STREET - See STREET, FULLY MAINTAINED
2.51 GARAGE, COMMERCIAL
An establishment used primarily for the temporary storage of commercial motor
vehicles or for repair or maintenance of any vehicles.
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2.52 GARAGE, PRIVATE
A detached building accessory to a residential permitted use, or an enclosed
part of a dwelling, which is designed or used primarily for the sheltering of vehicles
and for storage of equipment accessory to the residential use.
2.53 GASOLINE/PROPANE RETAIL FACILITY (2011-83)
An establishment where the retail sale of fuel or lubricants for vehicles, motor
vehicles, gas barbeques or similar uses constitutes either the main use, such
as a gas bar, or an accessory use, such as a gasoline pump island or propane
tank filling station. A gasoline/propane retail facility does not include an automobile
service station or the wholesale sale of fuel or lubricants."
2.54 GOLF COURSE
A public or private area operated for the purpose of playing regulation or par 3 golf,
consisting of one or more golf holes, and including any accessory clubhouse and
recreational facilities. A golf course does not include a driving range, a miniature
golf course, or similar use where these constitute the main use.
2.55 GROSS FLOOR AREA
The sum total of the areas of every floor of part or all of a structure, measured
between the outside surfaces of the exterior walls of the structure. When
calculated for part of a floor, gross floor area shall be measured to the centre line
of the relevant interior walls. Gross floor area calculation shall exclude:
(a)
any deck, patio, or veranda;
(b)
any attic;
(c)
any part of a basement which is used for storage, heating, cooling, or
water or sewage servicing equipment; and
(d)
any private garage or any other part of a structure which is used for the
loading, storage, or parking of vehicles.
2.56 GROUND FLOOR AREA
The area of a lot covered by any part of a building, deck, patio or veranda, whether
on or above the ground.
2.57 GROUP HOME
A dwelling that contains one dwelling unit, licensed or funded under a federal
or provincial statute, and occupied by a family consisting of 3 to 10 unrelated
persons, exclusive of staff, living under supervision and who, by reason of their
emotional, mental, social, or physical condition or legal status, require a group
living arrangement for their well-being.
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2.58 GUEST CABIN
A detached building within a lodge or resort, which consists exclusively of one or
more guest suites.
2.59 GUEST ROOM
A room or suite of rooms in a hotel, lodge, resort, or bed and breakfast
establishment, which contains no kitchen or cooking facilities.
2.60 GUEST SUITE
A suite of rooms in a lodge or resort, which consists of one or two guest units, such
that where there are two guest units, the units are designed to be jointly used by
one family from time to time, for which purpose they are accessible to each other
without exiting the suite.
2.61 GUEST UNIT
Part or all of a guest suite designed to be separately and exclusively used by one
family from time to time, which may contain a kitchen and which has a separate
entrance directly from outside the building or from a common hallway.
2.62 HABITABLE ROOM
A room designed for habitation. Habitable rooms include rooms used for leisure,
recreational, and entertainment activities, enclosed sunrooms, screened-in rooms,
and home business offices and workplaces.
2.63 HABITATION
The use and occupancy of a structure by people, primarily to live, sleep, prepare
food for themselves, and eat. Habitation also includes leisure, recreational, home
entertainment, home business, and bed and breakfast establishment activities.
2.64 HEALTH CARE CENTRE
An establishment licensed under the Nursing Homes Act, the Homes for the Aged
and Rest Homes Act, Retirement Homes Act or the Private Hospitals Act, an
approved charitable home for the aged as defined in the Charitable Institutions
Act, or a hospital as defined in the Public Hospitals Act.
2.65 HEN, BACKYARD (By-law 2020-65)
A domesticated female chicken that is at least four months old. A hen does not
include a rooster. The provisions for backyard hens are outlined in Section 3 of this
By-law.
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2.66 HEN COOP (By-law 2020-65)
A fully enclosed weatherproof building where hens are kept and which the interior
of includes nest boxes for egg laying, perches for the hens to sleep on and food
and water containers.
2.67 HEN RUN (By-law 2020-65)
A covered secure enclosure that allows hens' access to outdoors.
2.68 HIGH WATER MARK
The normal water's edge or normal high water mark of a water body as shown on
a current plan of survey prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor or, where the water
level of a water body is regulated by control structures, the regulated high water
mark as shown on a plan of survey prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor.
HOBBY FARM - See FARM, HOBBY
2.69 HOME BUSINESS (2011-83)
A use, which is accessory and secondary to a dwelling unit that is conducted
entirely within the dwelling unit, and that is a gainful occupation or profession but
not a bed and breakfast establishment. The general provisions for a home
business are outlined in Section 3 of this By-law.
2.70 HOME INDUSTRY (2015-20)
A use, which is accessory and secondary to a single-family dwelling that is
conducted within one or more accessory buildings that is a gainful occupation
or profession. A home industry does not include a bed and breakfast
establishment, a private cabin, a body shop, a commercial garage, a marina, or
a self-service storage building. The general provisions for a home industry are
outlined in Section 3 of this By-law.
2.71 HOME OFFICE
A home business that consists of the professional practices of one or two residents
of the dwelling unit, such that there is only occasional customer or client visitation
to the dwelling unit.
HOTEL - Listed below TOURIST ESTABLISHMENT
IMPROVED STREET - See STREET, IMPROVED
INTERIOR LOT - See LOT, INTERIOR
INTERIOR SIDE LOT LINE - See LOT LINE, INTERIOR SIDE
INTERIOR SIDE MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK - See MINIMUM LOT LINE
SETBACK, INTERIOR SIDE
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2.72 KENNEL
An establishment or premises where domestic animals excluding livestock are
raised for sale as pets or boarded. A kennel does not include a veterinary clinic.
2.73 KITCHEN
A room or part of a room where food is stored or prepared or cooked, and
which has cooking appliances.
2.74 LANE
A public highway under the jurisdiction of the Municipality which affords only a
secondary means of access for vehicular traffic to abutting lots and which is not
intended for general traffic circulation.
2.75 LAUNDROMAT
A self-service establishment containing one or more washers, and that may also
contain drying, ironing, finishing and incidental equipment, provided that only
water, detergents, and laundry additives are used and provided that the
establishment does not emit any noise or vibrations which cause a nuisance or
inconvenience within or outside the premises. A laundromat may contain a dry
cleaning or laundry outlet.
2.76 LEACHING BED
A leaching bed as defined in the Ontario Building Code.
LEGAL NON-COMPLYING - See NON-COMPLYING, LEGAL
LEGAL NON-CONFORMING - See NON-CONFORMING, LEGAL
2.77 LIQUOR LICENSED PREMISES
A building or premises, other than a restaurant, a drive-through restaurant, or a
take-out restaurant, which is licensed under the Liquor Licence Act.
2.78 LOADING SPACE
A space on a lot abutting an improved street, and not occupying any part of any
abutting street or lane, which may be used for the temporary parking of one
commercial motor vehicle while loading or unloading merchandise, goods, and
materials, in connection with the main use.
LODGE - Listed below TOURIST ESTABLISHMENT
2.79 LOT (By-law 2007-34)
An area of land which is capable of being legally conveyed. A lot includes a block
on a registered plan of subdivision.
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2.80 LOT, CORNER
A lot which has no water access and is located where two streets intersect, such
that the angle of intersection of the street lines is not more than 135 degrees inside
the lot. Where the street lines are curved, the angle of intersection of the street
lines shall be deemed to be the angle of intersection of lines that are tangent to
the street lines where the interior side lot lines intersect the street lines. (See
Illustration 1 at end of Section 2.)
2.81 LOT, INTERIOR
A lot, other than a corner lot or a through lot, which has street access but has
no water access.
2.82 LOT, STANDARD WATERFRONT
A lot which has water access on one shoreline only.
2.83 LOT, THROUGH
A lot, other than a corner lot, which has street access to two or more streets but
has no water access.
2.84 LOT, THROUGH WATERFRONT
A lot which has water access on more than one shoreline.
2.85 LOT AREA (2011-83)
The total area within the lot lines of a lot. In all zones, lot area excludes any area
below the high water mark. In all zones except the WR Zones, lot area excludes
any area with a slope of 60% or more measured between the top and the toe of
the slope.
2.86 LOT COVERAGE
The total of the ground floor areas on a lot, expressed as a percentage of lot area.
2.87 LOT COVERAGE, SHORELAND
The total of the ground floor areas on that part of a lot within 60 metres of the high
water mark, expressed as a percentage of that part of the lot area that is within 60
metres of the high water mark. For greater certainty, where buildings, decks,
patios, or verandas straddle the 60 metre line, ground floor areas include only
those parts within 60 metres of the high water mark.
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2.88 LOT FRONTAGE
The horizontal straight-line distance determined as follows:
(a)
In the case of a corner lot, an interior lot or a through lot, the distance
between the side lot lines that intersect the front lot line. This distance shall
be measured along a line which is parallel to a line joining the intersections
of the side lot lines with the front lot line, and which is behind the line joining
the intersections a distance equal to the front minimum lot line setback,
measured perpendicular to the line joining the intersections. In the case of
a corner lot whose street lines are curved, this distance is measured along
a line which is parallel to a line that is tangent to the front lot line where the
interior side lot line intersects the front lot line, which is behind the line
tangent to the front lot line a distance equal to the front minimum lot line
setback, measured perpendicular to the line tangent to the front lot line,
and which does not extend beyond the street line. (See Illustration 2 at
end of Section 2.)
(b)
In the case of a standard waterfront lot or a through waterfront lot, the
distance between the two points on the front lot line that are farthest apart.
(See illustration 2 at end of Section 2.)
2.89 LOT LINE
Any boundary of a lot which coincides with or is above the high water mark, or
the vertical projection of that boundary.
2.90 LOT LINE, EXTERIOR SIDE
A side lot line that is a street line. (See Illustration 3 at end of Section 2.)
2.91 LOT LINE, FRONT
(a)
In the case of an interior lot, the street line.
(b)
In the case of a corner lot, the shorter street line, except where the two
street lines are the same length in which case the street line used for the
principal entrance to the lot is the front lot line.
(c)
In the case of a through lot, the street line used for the principal entrance
to the lot.
(d)
In the case of a standard waterfront lot, the shoreline.
(e)
In the case of a through waterfront lot, the longest shoreline.
(f)
Despite Sections 2.91(a) through (e) of this By-law, in the case of a lot
abutting a cul-de-sac, the street line abutting the cul-de-sac.
(See Illustration 3 at end of Section 2.)
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2.92 LOT LINE, INTERIOR SIDE
A side lot line that is not a street line. (See Illustration 3 at end of Section 2.)
2.93 LOT LINE, REAR
The lot line furthest from and opposite to the front lot line, or in the case of a
triangular lot, the intersection of the side lot lines. (See Illustration 3 at end of
Section 2.)
2.94 LOT LINE, SIDE
A lot line other than a front lot line or a rear lot line. (See Illustration 3 at end of
Section 2.)
MAIN BUILDING - See BUILDING, MAIN
MAIN DWELLING UNIT - See DWELLING UNIT, MAIN
2.95 MAIN BUILDING SETBACK DISTANCE - See SETBACK DISTANCE, MAIN
BUILDING
MAIN USE - See USE, MAIN
2.96 MARINA
An establishment where boats, snowmobiles, and related accessories are stored,
serviced, repaired, or kept for sale or rent, and where facilities for the sale of
marine fuels and lubricants may be provided. A marina may include a marine
facility and a gasoline/propane retail facility..
2.97 MARINE FACILITY
An accessory structure without any temporary or permanent cover which is used
to take a boat into or out of a water body, or to moor, berth, or store a boat. A
marine facility includes a boat launching ramp, boat lift, marine railway, or dock, or
any combination of these. A marine facility includes any structure that is not a
raft, which is attached to ground below the high water mark and to no other ground.
(See Illustration 4 at end of Section 2.)
2.98 MARINE FACILITY WIDTH
The shortest distance between two parallel lines, which are drawn so that the
marine facility lies entirely between them, and one of which is perpendicular to
a line tangent to the front lot line of the abutting lot where that parallel line intersects
the front lot line. (See Illustration 5 at end of Section 2.)
MEDIUM DENSITY DWELLING - See DWELLING, MEDIUM DENSITY
2.99 MERCHANDISE SERVICE SHOP
An establishment where articles or goods such as appliances, electronics,
furniture, or similar items may be repaired or serviced. A merchandise service
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shop does not include any manufacturing operation, an automobile service station,
a body shop, a commercial garage, a marina, or a vehicle agency.
2.100 MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK
The least permitted distance between a lot line and the nearest part of any
structure on the lot.
2.101 MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK, EXTERIOR SIDE
The minimum lot line setback from any exterior side lot line.
2.102 MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK, FRONT
The minimum lot line setback from the front lot line.
2.103 MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK, INTERIOR SIDE
The minimum lot line setback from any interior side lot line.
2.104 MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK, REAR
The minimum lot line setback from the rear lot line.
2.105 MINIMUM OPENING ELEVATION
The lowest elevation of any opening (door, window, etc.) in a structure.
2.106 MINIMUM SETBACK AREA
All of a lot between a lot line and the minimum lot line setback from that lot line,
and/or between a high water mark and the minimum water setback from that high
water mark.
2.107 MINIMUM WATER SETBACK
The least permitted distance between a high water mark and the nearest part
of any structure.
2.108 MOBILE HOME
A prefabricated structure designed for habitation and constructed in accordance
with Canadian Standards Association Standard Z240. A mobile home does not
include a tourist trailer or a park model trailer.
2.109 MOTOR VEHICLE
A motor vehicle as defined in the Highway Traffic Act.
2.110 MUNICIPALITY
The Municipality of Dysart et al.
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2.111 NATURALIZED OPEN SPACE
The open, unobstructed space on a lot which is suitable for the growth and
maintenance of grass, flowers, bushes, trees, and other planted or natural
vegetation, or which consists of naturally exposed bedrock, and which shall be
used for no other purpose. Naturalized open space includes any surfaced
walkway, or similar area, but does not include any driveway or ramp, whether
surfaced or not, any curb, retaining wall, parking area, patio, or deck, or any
open space beneath or within a structure.
2.112 NEIGHBOURHOOD STORE
An establishment not exceeding 90 square metres in gross floor area where food,
tobacco, drugs, periodicals, or similar items of household necessity are kept for
retail sale to residents of the immediate neighbourhood.
2.113 NON-COMPLYING
When used in reference to a lot or structure, the lot or structure does not comply
with one or more of the zone provisions.
"Non-compliance" has a corresponding meaning.
2.114 NON-COMPLYING, LEGAL
(a)
When used in reference to a lot, the lot is non-complying.
(b)
When used in reference to a structure, the structure is non-complying but
it complied with the applicable Zoning By-law when it was created or it was
created before July 11th, 1977.
2.115 NON-CONFORMING
When used in reference to a use or structure, the use or structure is not a
permitted use.
2.116 NON-CONFORMING, LEGAL
(a)
When used in reference to a use, the use is non-conforming but it was
permitted by the applicable Zoning By-law when it was established, or it was
established before July 11, 1977.
(b)
When used in reference to a structure, the structure is non-conforming but
it was a use permitted by the applicable Zoning By-law when it was
constructed, or it was constructed before July 11, 1977.
NON-RESIDENTIAL USE - See USE, NON-RESIDENTIAL
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2.117 NOXIOUS USE
A use whose actual or potential emissions of noise, vibration, odour, dust, or light
have or may have a detrimental impact on the health and safety of the inhabitants
of the Municipality or the use and enjoyment of lands, waters, or structures in the
vicinity, excepting a normal farm practice as defined in the Farming and Food
Production Protection Act, 1998.
2.118 OPEN STORAGE (By-law 2009-31)
The storage of merchandise, goods and materials accessory to a commercial
or industrial use outside an enclosed structure for 24 hours or more, excepting
the parking of vehicles with vehicle permits or equipment accessory to a
contractor's yard.
OUTDOOR SAUNA - See SAUNA, OUTDOOR
2.119 PARK
An area consisting primarily of open space, which may include a recreational area,
playground, playfield, or similar use, but shall not include a mobile home park or
tourist camp.
2.120 PARK, COMMERCIAL RECREATION
A private park where sports-related activities and facilities, including but not limited
to a driving range, a miniature golf course, batting cages, or similar uses, are
provided on a pay per use basis. Accessory uses may include the sale of food to
patrons either as a restaurant in a club house or as a take-out restaurant. A
commercial recreation park does not include any other use specifically defined
or named in this By-law, a go-kart track, or an amusement park. (2011- 83)
2.121 PARK, PRIVATE
A park other than a public park.
2.122 PARK, PUBLIC
A park owned or controlled by the Municipality, the County, the Province of Ontario,
or Canada
2.123 PARK MODEL TRAILER
A prefabricated structure designed for habitation and constructed in accordance
with Canadian Standards Association Standard Z-241. A park model trailer does
not include a mobile home.
2.124 PARKING AREA
An area or structure provided for the parking of motor vehicles, including any
related aisles, parking spaces, private garages, or driveways, but not including any
part of a street or lane.
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2.125 PARKING LOT
A parking area that is the main use.
2.126 PARKING SPACE
A part of a parking area, exclusive of any aisles or driveways, which may be
used for the temporary parking or storage of one motor vehicle.
2.127 PARKING SPACE, BOAT
An area of water abutting a marine facility, which may be used for the temporary
or seasonal parking of one boat.
2.128 PATIO (By-law 2020-65)
A platform or surfaced area that is not enclosed, which may or may not be
attached to a main dwelling or other accessory building and which is accessible
and usable as an outdoor living area, the surface of which is not more than 0.3
metres above finished grade. A patio does not include a deck or veranda.
2.129 PERMITTED
Permitted by this By-law.
2.130 PERMITTED USE
Any use which is permitted in a zone by a provision of this By-law and which is not
prohibited by any other provision of this By-law.
2.131 PERSON
An individual, sole proprietorship, partnership, unincorporated association,
unincorporated syndicate, unincorporated organization, trust, or corporation, or
an individual in their capacity as trustee, executor, administrator, or other legal
representative.
2.132 PERSONAL SERVICE SHOP
An establishment where a personal service is performed. A personal service
shop may include a barber shop, a beauty salon, a dressmaking shop, a shoe
repair shop, a tailor shop, a photographic studio, or similar use.
2.133 PIT (2011-83)
Land, or land under water, from which unconsolidated aggregate has been or
is being excavated, and that has not been rehabilitated. A pit does not include a
wayside pit, or any excavation incidental to the construction of a legal structure,
and/or public works, or to landscaping, or site preparation.
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2.134 PLACE OF WORSHIP
A building or buildings owned or occupied by a religious organization as defined in
the Religious Organizations' Lands Act, which are dedicated exclusively to worship
and other religious activities.
2.135 PLANTING STRIP (2011-83)
An area where vegetation is substantially maintained or re-established in its natural
state or vegetation is planted for the purpose of obscuring or screening buildings,
structures, parking or other activities on a lot. A planting strip does not include a
shoreline vegetation buffer. Where approved by a site plan agreement, a planting
strip may be a fence, berm or other screening barrier. The general provisions for
a planting strip are outlined in Section 3 of this By- law.
2.136 PLANTING STRIP WIDTH
The minimum permitted width of a planting strip, measured perpendicular to the
abutting lot line.
2.137 PRIVATE CABIN
An accessory building that is not attached to the dwelling used for sleeping
accommodation, or for the occasional accommodation of guests in which sanitary
facilities may be provided but which contains no kitchen or cooking facilities. A
private cabin includes a yurt, but does not include a park model trailer or tent, and
shall not be used to provide monetary gain.
PRIVATE GARAGE - See GARAGE, PRIVATE
PRIVATE PARK - See PARK, PRIVATE
PUBLIC PARK - See PARK, PUBLIC
2.138 PUBLIC USE
A structure or lot used for public services by the Municipality, the County, the
Province of Ontario, Canada, or any telecommunications or gas utility company.
2.139 QUARRY (2011-83)
Land, or land under water, from which consolidated aggregate has been or is being
excavated, and that has not been rehabilitated. A quarry does not include a
wayside quarry, or any mine as defined in the Mining Act, or any excavation
incidental to the construction of a legal structure, and/or public works, or to
landscaping, or site preparation.
2.140 QUONSET HUT (2011-83)
A prefabricated structure made of corrugated metal, shaped like a longitudinal
half of a cylinder resting on its flat surface. The general provisions for a
quonset hut are outlined in Section 3 of this By-law.
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2.141 RAFT
A seasonal and non-motorized platform, constructed of timber or other materials
and fastened together for floating on water, without any temporary or permanent
cover, used for swimming and recreational purposes, that is attached to the ground
below the high water mark, and to no other ground and surrounded by water on all
sides. (See Illustration 4 at the end of Section 2.) A raft is not a marine facility. The
general provisions for a raft are outlined in Section 3 of this By-law.
REAR LOT LINE - See LOT LINE, REAR
REAR MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK - See MINIMUM LOT LINE SETBACK,
REAR
2.142 RECREATIONAL CAMP
A recreational camp as defined in the Recreational Camps Regulation under
the Health Promotion and Protection Act.
2.143 RECREATIONAL ESTABLISHMENT
A pool hall, bowling alley, games arcade, dance hall, curling or skating rink, or
similar use.
2.144 RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
A motor vehicle designed for temporary living, sleeping, or eating accommodation.
A recreational vehicle includes a camping vehicle.
RESIDENTIAL USE - See USE, RESIDENTIAL
RESORT - Listed below TOURIST ESTABLISHMENT
2.145 RESTAURANT
A building, or a part of a building, where food is offered for sale or sold to the public
primarily for consumption on the premises. A restaurant does not include a drive-
through restaurant.
2.146 RESTAURANT, DRIVE-THROUGH
An establishment where food is offered for sale or sold to the public for
consumption on or off the premises, and where some or all of the food for off-
premises consumption is dispensed directly to persons remaining in their motor
vehicles who queue for service in an aisle dedicated for that purpose.
2.147 RESTAURANT, TAKE-OUT
An establishment where food is offered for sale or sold to the public primarily
for consumption off the premises. A take-out restaurant does not include a drive-
through restaurant.
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2.148 RETAIL STORE
A building or part of a building in which goods, wares, merchandise, substances,
articles, or things are offered or kept for retail sale or rent. Retail sale or rent
does not include sale by auction. A retail store does not include any other use
specifically defined or named in this By-law.
ROOM, GUEST - See GUEST ROOM
2.149 SALVAGE YARD
An establishment where goods, wares, merchandise, substances, articles, or
things are stored wholly or partly in the open for sale or processing for further use.
A salvage yard includes a junk yard, a scrap yard, or an automobile wrecking yard,
but does not include an automobile service station, a body shop, a commercial
garage, or a vehicle agency.
2.150 SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
A sewer system, owned or controlled by the Municipality, which carries domestic,
commercial, or industrial sewage to a sewage treatment facility.
2.151 SAUNA, OUTDOOR
An accessory building or structure wherein facilities are provided for the purpose
of a steam bath and may include a change room, having a maximum gross floor
area of 10 square metres.
2.152 SCHOOL
A school or a private school as defined in the Education Act, or a college of applied
arts and technology.
2.153 SCHOOL OR CLUB, COMMERCIAL
An establishment where specialized education is provided in language, the arts,
business, careers, or similar specialized subjects, or where tutorial services are
provided, or where athletic, fitness, or health facilities and/or education are
provided. A commercial school or club does not include any other use specifically
defined or named in this By-law.
SEASONAL DWELLING - See DWELLING, SEASONAL
2.154 SELF-SERVICE STORAGE BUILDING
A building used primarily to provide individual spaces or lockers that are rented or
leased to the public for temporary storage of their possessions.
SEMI-DETACHED DWELLING - See DWELLING, SEMI-DETACHED
2.155 SETBACK DISTANCE, MAIN BUILDING
The least distance between a front lot line and the nearest part of the main building
on the lot.
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2.156 SEWAGE TREATMENT FACILITY
A sewage works requiring approval under the Ontario Water Resources Act.
SHORELAND LOT COVERAGE - See LOT COVERAGE, SHORELAND
2.157 SHORELINE
A lot line which coincides with a high water mark, or which abuts an original
shoreline road allowance that has not been closed and added to the abutting lot.
SIDE LOT LINE - See LOT LINE, SIDE
2.158 SHORELINE VEGETATION BUFFER (2011-83)
A natural area, adjacent to the high water mark of a waterbody, maintained in a
natural state with native vegetation, or where disturbed by past activities, re-
established and restored to a natural state using native vegetation. The general
provisions for a shoreline vegetation buffer are outlined in Section 3 of this By- law.
2.159 SIGHT TRIANGLE
A triangular part of a corner lot, formed by the intersecting street lines, and a
line drawn from a point in one street line across the lot to a point in the other street
line, each point being 9 metres from the intersection of the street lines, measured
along the street lines. Where the street lines are curved, the intersection of the
street lines shall be deemed to be the intersection of lines that are tangent to
the street lines where the interior side lot lines intersect the street lines. (See
Illustration 1 at end of Section 2.)
2.160 SIGN
A name, identification, description, device, display, or illustration which is attached
to or represented directly or indirectly upon a structure or lot and which identifies,
advertises, or directs attention to an object, product, place, activity, person,
institute, organization, or business.
SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING - See DWELLING, SINGLE-FAMILY
2.161 SKI AREA
A public or private area operated for the purpose of downhill skiing, snowboarding,
snow tubing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or similar activities. A ski area
consists of ski slopes, lifts, tows, and/or trails, and includes any accessory chalet,
equipment sales and rental, and other recreational facilities. A ski area does not
include a tourist establishment. A ski area does not include a lot whose main use
is not a ski area but on which are located cross-country ski or snowshoe trails that
are part of a larger trail system.
STANDARD WATERFRONT LOT - See LOT, STANDARD WATERFRONT
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2.162 STOREY
The part of an enclosed building contained between the top of any floor and the
top of the floor next above it, or if there is no floor next above it, the ceiling above
it. A storey does not include an attic.
2.163 STOREY, FIRST
The storey that has its finished ceiling at least 1.8 metres above average finished
grade, whose floor is closest to average finished grade.
2.164 ATTIC
A part of a building located between the roof and the ceiling of the highest
storey.
2.165 BASEMENT
A storey below the first storey.
2.166 STORM SEWER SYSTEM
A sewer system which carries surface runoff from precipitation or snow melt,
but does not carry domestic, commercial, or industrial sewage.
2.167 STREET
A public highway, including its road allowance, under the jurisdiction of the
Municipality, the County, or the Province of Ontario. A street does not include a
lane, a private right-of-way, or an original shoreline road allowance.
2.168 STREET, FULLY MAINTAINED
An improved street under the jurisdiction of the Municipality and which the Council
has determined is to be fully maintained year-round, or under the jurisdiction of
the County or the Province of Ontario.
2.169 STREET, IMPROVED
A street which the Municipality, the County, or the Province of Ontario has
assumed and improved to permit its use by public vehicular traffic.
2.170 STREET ACCESS
When used in reference to a lot, the lot has a lot line which is also a street line.
2.171 STREET LINE
A lot line which is the limit of a street's road allowance and divides the lot from the
street.
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2.172 STREET SETBACK
The least distance between the centre line of the travelled portion of an improved
street and the nearest part of any enclosed building on the lot, measured
perpendicular to the centre line.
2.173 STRUCTURE
A building or any other constructed thing, the use of which requires location on
or in the ground or attachment to something having location on or in the ground.
A structure includes plumbing not located within another structure, a sewage
system, and any structure designated in the Ontario Building Code. A structure
does not include a raft. For greater certainty, outdoor swimming pools, outdoor hot
tubs, telecommunications antennas and towers, and wind turbines are structures.
2.174 STRUCTURE HEIGHT
The vertical distance between average finished grade, and the highest point of the
structure exclusive of any accessory roof construction such as a chimney, steeple,
antenna, guard, or handrail.
TAKE-OUT RESTAURANT - See RESTAURANT, TAKE-OUT
THROUGH LOT - See LOT, THROUGH
THROUGH WATERFRONT LOT - See LOT, THROUGH WATERFRONT
2.175 TOURIST CAMP
A public or private area which is used to provide temporary or seasonal
accommodation to the travelling or vacationing public or to members of an
organization, in tents, tourist trailers, recreational vehicles, or park model trailers.
2.176 TOURIST ESTABLISHMENT
An establishment which provides temporary accommodation for the travelling
or vacationing public, and is owned as a single holding and managed as a single
operation. Accessory uses may include one or more liquor licensed premises,
restaurants, meeting rooms, recreational facilities, or similar uses. No dwelling or
dwelling unit is permitted in a tourist establishment other than an accessory
dwelling or accessory dwelling unit.
2.177 HOTEL
A tourist establishment which contains 4 or more guest rooms, with each guest
room either served by a common entrance or having a separate entrance directly
from outside the building. A hotel includes a motel.
2.178 LODGE
A tourist establishment which contains guest cabins, guest suites, and/or guest
rooms, such that the total number of guest units and guest rooms is 4 or more.
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2.179 RESORT
A tourist establishment which contains guest cabins, guest suites, and/or
guest rooms, such that the total number of guest units and guest rooms is 4 or
more. A resort may rent or grant rights to use guest cabins, guest suites, and
guest rooms through various forms of tenure such as timesharing, interval
ownership, and fractional ownership, provided all booking and allocation are
undertaken as part of the continued management of the resort as a single
operation. The maximum habitation in a resort per family shall not exceed 70
days per year. Accessory uses may include retail stores, personal service
shops, laundromats, or similar uses.
2.180 TOURIST TRAILER
A vehicle capable of being towed on its own chassis, even if its running gear is
or may be removed, and designed for temporary or seasonal living, sleeping or
eating accommodation. A tourist trailer does not include a mobile home.
2.181 TRAILER
A trailer as defined in the Highway Traffic Act.
2.182 URBAN AGRICULTURE (By-law 2020-65)
An accessory use, that is the practise of cultivating, processing and distributing
food for personal consumption, donation or with the intention of produce for
sale. Urban Agriculture includes backyard gardens, berry patches, shared
gardens, container gardening, edible landscaping, greenhouse agriculture, herb
gardens, urban farms, orchards and vineyards, rooftop gardens, schoolyard
gardens as well as beehives, aquaculture, agroforestry, hydroponics and
aquaponics. The general provisions for Urban Agriculture are outlined in Section 3
of this By-law.
2.183 USE
When used as a noun, the purpose for which all or part of a lot or structure, or any
combination of these, is designed, arranged, intended, occupied, or maintained.
When used as a verb, "use" has a corresponding meaning.
2.184 USE, MAIN
The principal use of a lot.
2.185 USE, NON-RESIDENTIAL
Any use that is not a residential use.
2.186 USE, RESIDENTIAL
A dwelling, a dwelling unit, or a private cabin.
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2.187 VEHICLE
A motor vehicle, a trailer, a traction engine, a farm tractor, a road-building machine,
a bicycle, a snowmobile, a boat, or any other vehicle drawn, propelled, or driven
by any kind of power, including muscular power.
2.188 VEHICLE AGENCY
An establishment used primarily for the storage of vehicles for sale, rent, or lease.
Accessory uses may include facilities for the repair or maintenance of vehicles. A
vehicle agency does not include a marina.
2.189 VEHICLE PERMIT
A vehicle permit issued under the Highway Traffic Act or a permit issued under the
Motorized Snow Vehicles Act.
2.190 VERANDA
A porch or balcony that is enclosed.
2.191 VETERINARY CLINIC
An establishment used primarily for the diagnosis and treatment of animals that
may include indoor and outdoor facilities for the housing of animals.
2.192 WASTE DISPOSAL SITE
A waste disposal site requiring approval under the Environmental Protection Act.
2.193 WATER ACCESS
When used in reference to a lot, the lot has a lot line which is also a shoreline.
2.194 WATER BODY
A lake, pond, river, stream, or any other area which is permanently covered by
water. A water body does not include a human-made drainage or irrigation channel,
lands that are seasonally covered by water, lands which may be subject to
intermittent flooding, or a human-made recreational pond, without an inlet or outlet
waterbody.
2.195 WATER SUPPLY PLANT
A water works requiring approval under the Ontario Water Resources Act.
2.196 WATER SYSTEM
A pipe and storage system, owned or controlled by the Municipality, which
distributes drinking water from a water supply plant.
2.197 WAYSIDE PIT OR QUARRY
A temporary pit or quarry opened and used by or for a public authority solely for
the purpose of a particular project or contract of road construction.
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2.198 WIND TURBINE
A machine or device for converting the kinetic energy in wind into electrical energy
that is suitable for use. A wind turbine includes a tower, housing, blades and related
appurtenances.
2.199 WIND TURBINE, HEIGHT
The vertical distance between the average finished grade and the highest point of
the structure measured as the aggregate total of the base, tower and blade, when
the blade is in a vertical position.
2.200 YARD (By-law 2009-31)
(a)
Front yard: all of a lot between a front lot line and the main building setback
distance from that front lot line.
(b)
Rear yard: all of a lot between a rear lot line and the main building setback
distance from that rear lot line.
(c)
Side yard: all of a lot between a side lot line and the main building setback
distance from that side lot line."
2.201 YURT (By-law 2020-65)
A circular domed accessory building, not attached to a dwelling, used as a private
cabin and complying with the provisions for a private cabin that is portable and
self-sufficient, usually consisting of a wooden frame covered by felt or canvas.
2.202 ZONE
A part of the zoned area delineated on Schedule "A" of this By-law, in which there
are specific permitted uses subject to specific zone provisions.
2.203 ZONE PROVISION
Any provision of this By-law which is listed in the Zone Provisions table for that
zone in Sections 5 to 10 of this By-law, or any similar provision of this By-law which
applies to a particular zone or use.
2.204 ZONE SYMBOL
An alphanumeric acronym for the full name of a zone; for example, WR1 is the
zone symbol for the Waterfront Residential Type 1 Zone.
2.205 ZONED AREA
All lands and waters within the Municipality, with the exception of all lands and
waters within the boundary of Algonquin Provincial Park including the geographic
townships of Bruton and Clyde and part of the geographic township of Eyre.
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Section 3
GENERAL PROVISIONS
The provisions in Section 3 apply to the entire zoned area, except where specifically
provided otherwise in this Section or elsewhere in this By-law.
3.1
ACCESSORY STRUCTURES AND USES
(a)
Permitted Structures and Uses (2011-83)
Where this By-law provides that a lot may be used or that a structure may
be constructed or used for any purpose, that purpose shall include any
accessory structure or use, provided the main building is already located
or the main use is already established on the lot, or the accessory structure
is a marine facility abutting a lot.
An accessory structure or use shall not include any of the following, except
as specifically permitted:
(i)
any occupation for gain or profit conducted within or accessory to
a dwelling unit or on its lot;
(ii)
any structure used for habitation;
(iii)
a water closet, unless located in a private cabin;
(iv)
a boathouse."
(b)
Structures Permitted in Minimum Setback Areas (2011-83)
Despite any setback provision of this By-law, the following accessory
structures are permitted in minimum setback areas:
(i)
drop awnings, clothes poles, flagpoles, gates, garden trellises, and
retaining walls;
(ii)
stairways, walkways, boardwalks, or landings that have no
temporary or permanent cover and that are not more than 1.5 metres
wide;
(iii)
decks and patios that are not attached to a building and are located
within a minimum water setback area abutting a shoreline or high
water mark, restricted to a gross floor area not exceeding 20 square
metres, and shall comply with the side lot line setback for a main
building.
(iv)
signs, or similar uses which comply with the by-laws of the
Municipality;
(v)
fences, except any fence which is greater than 1.2 metres in height
and located in a minimum water setback or in the front yard of a
lot in the "C" zone;
(vi)
underground
portions
of sewage systems,
leaching
beds
excepted, to the extent permitted by the Ontario Building Code;
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(vii)
plumbing not located within another structure, including lake water
intake lines."
(c)
Additional Dwelling Units
Where an additional dwelling unit is a permitted use, despite any provisions
of this By-law it is permitted subject to the following requirements:
(i)
An additional dwelling unit shall only be permitted on lots which
permit a residential use, other than an accessory residential use.
(ii)
An additional dwelling unit shall be developed in the form of a single-
family dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, duplex dwelling, or
converted dwelling.
(iii)
On a lot which does not have full municipal water and sewage
services, a maximum of one additional dwelling unit shall be
permitted.
(iv)
On a lot which does not have full municipal water and sewage
services, a well and septic report is required to accompany a Building
Permit for the additional dwelling unit.
(v)
An additional dwelling unit shall only be permitted on a lot with
frontage on a fully maintained street.
(vi)
A minimum of one additional parking space shall be provided for the
additional dwelling unit in accordance with Section 3.22 of this By-
law.
(vii)
Despite the provisions of this By-law, where an accessory building is
an additional dwelling unit, the additional dwelling unit shall comply
with the minimum lot line setbacks for a main dwelling.
(viii)
No part of an additional dwelling unit shall be located within the front
yard.
(ix)
An additional dwelling unit and its leaching bed shall not be permitted
within 300 metres of a lake trout lake that is classified as "at capacity"
for additional development.
(x)
The maximum gross floor area of an additional dwelling unit shall not
be greater than 75% of the gross floor area of the main dwelling unit.
(xi)
Despite the provisions of this By-law, no minimum floor area shall be
required for an additional dwelling unit, except as may be required
by the building or fire code.
(xii)
An additional dwelling unit shall not be used as a short-term rental.
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(d)
Marine Facilities
Where a marine facility is a permitted use in a LR or EP Zone, despite
any setback provision of this By-law it is also permitted in a minimum
setback area abutting a shoreline or high water mark abutting the LR or EP
Zone, and it is permitted subject to the following requirements.
(i)
A marine facility shall be located entirely below the high water mark,
unless it is a boat launching ramp or a marine railway, parts of which
may be located above the high water mark.
(ii)
Despite any setback provision of this By-law, a marine facility shall
be located no closer to a side lot line that is not a shoreline, or to
a line projected into the water from the intersection of the side lot line
and the front lot line, which projected line is perpendicular to a line
tangent to the front lot line at that intersection than:
-
In the case of a lot having a lot frontage of 33.5 metres or
Less, the minimum setback is 4.5 metres;
-
In the case of a lot having a lot frontage greater then 33.5
metres, the minimum setback is 7.5 metres; and
-
If the marine facility serves two abutting lots, it may straddle
or abut the lot line between the two lots.
(See Illustration 5 at end of Section 2.)
(iii)
The sum total of the marine facility width, plus the marine facility
widths of all marine facilities already located on the lot or in the LR
or EP Zone abutting the lot, shall not exceed 30% of the lot frontage
or 12 metres, whichever is less.
(e)
Private Cabins (By-law 2007-34, 2011-83)
Where a private cabin is a permitted use, it is permitted subject to the
following requirements.
(i)
No part of any private cabin shall be located within a front yard
abutting a shoreline.
(ii)
A private cabin shall either be a detached one storey building, or
be located within a one or two storey accessory building provided
that the private cabin is entirely located on one storey. Where the
private cabin occupies part of a one storey accessory building, all
other uses in the building shall be accessory, and the shall be
separated from any other uses by a common wall and shall have
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an independent entrance. Where the private cabin is the second
storey of a two storey accessory building the provisions of Section
3.1(f) shall apply.
(iii)
The gross floor area of a private cabin shall not exceed 45 square
metres. Where the private cabin occupies the second storey of a two
storey accessory building the maximum floor area of the second
storey shall restricted to 45 square metres measured from the
exterior walls but excluding any area where the height between the
top of the floor and the finished ceiling is less than 1.5 metres. The
calculation of the maximum floor area of the second storey of a two
storey accessory building shall include any veranda but shall exclude
any deck or balcony or any stairwell.
(iv)
The total ground floor areas of all decks, patios and balconies, any
part of which is attached to or within 2 metres of the private cabin, or
to the accessory building the private cabin is located within, shall not
exceed 15 square metres. Verandas are included in the calculation
of gross floor area of a private cabin.
(v)
Despite the provisions of Tables 5.2, where an accessory building is
a private cabin, the private cabin shall comply with the minimum lot
line setbacks for the main building."
(f)
Two Storey Accessory Structures (2011-83)
Where a two storey accessory structure is a permitted use, it is permitted
subject to the following requirements:
(i)
The second storey of a two storey accessory structure shall be
restricted to a private cabin or an additional dwelling unit.
(ii)
If the second storey of a two storey accessory structure is a private
cabin, the maximum floor area of the second storey of a two storey
accessory building shall be restricted to 45 square metres as per
Section 3.1(e)(iii) of this By-law.
(iii)
The total ground floor area of all open decks, patios, and balconies
any part of which is attached to or within two metres of a two storey
accessory building shall not exceed 15 square metres.
(iv)
Despite the provisions of this By-law, where an accessory building is
a two storey accessory building, the two storey accessory building
shall comply with the minimum lot line setbacks for the main building.
(v)
The second storey of a two storey accessory building will comply with
the general provisions of this By-law for private cabins or additional
dwelling units.
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(g)
Outdoor Wood Burning Appliance
An outdoor wood burning appliance, which is used for the space heating of
buildings and structures, is permitted subject to the following requirements:
(i)
The minimum lot line setback for an outdoor wood burning appliance
shall be 30 metres from any lot line.
(ii)
The construction or installation of a wood burning appliance is not
permitted without a building permit from the Municipality and must
comply with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
(h)
Boathouses
Where a boathouse is a permitted use, it is permitted only on a standard
waterfront lot or through waterfront lot, and despite any setback provision
of this By-law, it is permitted in a minimum setback area abutting a front
lot line or high water mark, subject to the following requirements.
(i)
A boathouse shall be located entirely above the high water mark.
(ii)
A boathouse shall be located no closer than 7.5 metres to a side lot
line that is not a shoreline.
(iii)
The dimension of a boathouse most nearly parallel to the front lot line
shall not exceed 6 metres, measured between the outside surfaces
of the exterior walls.
(iv)
The structure height of a boathouse shall not exceed 4.5 metres.
(v)
Any rooftop deck shall not be enclosed.
(vi)
The roof pitch of a boathouse shall not exceed 33 1/3 % (4/12).
(i)
Open Storage
Where open storage is a permitted use, it is permitted subject to the
following requirements. These requirements do not apply to open storage
in the MX or MD Zones, or open storage accessory to a marina, a vehicle
agency, a retail lumber and building supply establishment, or a garden
centre.
(i)
Open storage shall be accessory to the main building on the lot, or
where a business owns two or more adjoining lots, open storage may
be accessory to the main building of that business on an adjoining
lot. (By-law 2009-31)
(ii)
Open storage is not permitted in a minimum setback area, except
in a Commercial Zone where it is permitted in a minimum setback
area abutting a rear lot line that does not abut an improved street.
(iii)
Open storage shall be located in a rear yard of a lot or, where this is
not possible, shall comply with the provisions of the Municipality's
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Property Standards By-law, By-law 2001-51 as amended from time
to time. (By-law 2009-31)
(iv)
The policies of the Official Plan of the Municipality pertaining to
open storage as it may affect groundwater shall be complied with.
(j)
Rafts (By-law 2020-65)
Where a raft is a permitted use in a LR Zone, despite any setback
provision of this By-law it is also permitted in a minimum setback, and it is
permitted subject to the following requirements.
(i)
One (1) raft is permitted per lot.
(ii)
A raft must be at least 2 metres from the high water mark, and
cannot be attached to or within 2 metres of any structure.
(iii) Despite any setback provision of this By-law, a raft shall be located
no closer to a side lot line that is not a shoreline, or to a line projected
into the water from the intersection of the side lot line and the front
lot line, which projected line is perpendicular to a line tangent to the
front lot line at that intersection than:
-
In the case of a lot having a lot frontage of 33.5 metres or
less, the minimum setback is 4.5 metres;
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In the case of a lot having a lot frontage greater then 33.5
metres, the minimum setback is 7.5 metres; and
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If the raft serves two abutting lots, it may straddle
or abut the lot line between the two lots.
(iv)
A raft shall not exceed 10 square metres in floor area.
(v)
A raft shall not restrict the navigation of the waterway or access to
other properties.
(See Illustration 5 at end of Section 2.)
(k)
Backyard Hens (By-law 2020-65)
Where backyard hens are a permitted use, it is permitted subject to the
following requirements.
(i)
A maximum of four (4) hens shall be permitted.
(ii)
Hens must be kept in the hen coop from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., and at no
time shall they be permitted to be running at large outside of the hen
coop or hen run.
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(iii)
Home slaughter of hens is prohibited and any deceased hens shall be
disposed of at a livestock disposal facility or through the services of a
veterinarian.
(iv)
The sale of eggs and other products associated with the keeping of
hens is prohibited.
(v)
Hen coops and hen runs must meet the setback requirements of the
Zoning By-law for main buildings.
(vi)
Hen coops and hen runs are only permitted in the rear yard of a lot
and shall not be located in a yard that abuts a street.
(vii)
Hen coops and hen runs shall not exceed a total combined ground
floor area of 10 square metres.
(viii)
Hen coops shall provide a minimum area of 0.37 square metres per
hen.
(ix)
Hen runs shall provide a minimum area of 0.92 square metres per
hen.
(x)
Hen coops and hen runs shall be maintained in a clean condition
and the coop shall be kept free of obnoxious odours, substances
and vermin.
(l)
Urban Agriculture (By-law 2020-65)
Where urban agriculture is a permitted use, it is permitted subject to the
following requirements.
(i)
Development shall not generate pedestrian or vehicular traffic, or
parking, in excess of that which is characteristic of the zone in which
it is located.
(ii)
Accessory activities may include storage, composting, on-site sales,
and structures related to operations and the extension of the
growing season.
(iii)
The urban agriculture development shall not generate noise, odour,
waste, or visual impact, in excess of that which is characteristic of
the zone in which it is located.
(iv)
Storage sheds, cisterns, tool sheds, compost bins, or similar
structures shall be located in a rear yard or a side yard, of a lot and
shall not be located in a yard that abuts a street. Where this is not
possible, shall be concealed from view as much as possible.
(v)
There shall be no outdoor storage of materials or equipment
associated with the use.
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(vi)
A compost bin/pile must be located at least three (3) metres away
from any property line.
(vii)
A compost bin/pile shall have a solid barrier to screen from view,
and shall have a lid.
(viii)
Compost may only consist of plant or plant based material, and shall
not utilize any mechanized processes.
3.2
ACCESS TO STREETS
No person shall construct in the zoned area any structure on a lot that does not
abut an improved street, unless the lot:
(a)
existed on July 11, 1977; or
(b)
abuts a registered private right-of-way or original township road allowance
which has direct access to an improved street by way of that right-of-way or
road allowance; or
(c)
has water access but does not abut a registered private right-of-way or
original township road allowance which has direct access to an improved
street by way of that right-of-way or road allowance.
3.3
CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
Except in the WR3L, WR4L, WR5L, WR6L, or RU1L Zones, no new dwelling
with a gross floor area of 100 square metres or more may be constructed to the
lesser requirements for cottages (seasonal recreational buildings) in the Ontario
Building Code.
3.4
CONSTRUCTION USES
Despite any other provision of this By-law, the following uses are permitted on
a lot where construction in accordance with a building permit is taking place, only
for so long as the use is necessary for the work, and until the applicable time limit
is reached or the building permit is revoked, whichever is sooner:
(a)
a tool shed, construction trailer, or other structure incidental to construction,
for not more than 12 months after the building permit is issued;
(b)
where a new dwelling is being constructed, a trailer, which may be occupied
by the owner of the lot and/or their family for not more than 12 months after
the building permit is issued.
3.5
CONTAINED OUTDOOR STORAGE (By-law 2009-31)
Storage of goods, merchandise, or materials in containers is not permitted in the
zoned area, except in an Industrial Zone where it is permitted subject to the
following requirements:
(a)
Only freight containers and transport truck trailers shall be used as
containers for contained outdoor storage.
(b)
Not more than three containers may be used for storage on any lot at any
one time.
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(c)
Contained outdoor storage shall be accessory to the main building on a
lot, or, where a business owns two or more adjoining lots, contained
outdoor storage may be accessory to the main building of that business
on an adjoining lot.
(d)
Contained outdoor storage is not permitted in a minimum setback area.
(e)
Contained outdoor storage shall be located in a rear yard or a side yard of
a lot or, where this is not possible, shall be concealed from view, as much
as possible.
(f)
For the purpose of this section, "concealed from view as much as possible"
shall mean concealed by a fence, or a wall or similar structure, or by a
planting strip, or by painting the container a compatible colour. In the event
of a dispute, the principles of the Municipality's Property Standards By-law
as amended from time to time, shall apply.
(g)
Contained outdoor storage does not mean storage of goods, merchandise,
or materials in an accessory building, legally constructed in compliance
with the applicable zone provisions.
3.6
DWELLING UNITS
An entire dwelling unit may be located in a basement, provided that the top of the
floor is not below the level of any sanitary sewer system or storm sewer system
serving the building, and that the top of the floor is not more than 0.75 metre below
average finished grade.
3.7
ENCROACHMENTS INTO SETBACKS
Despite any setback provision of this By-law, the following encroachments are
permitted into minimum setback areas:
(a)
Decks and patios that are attached to a main building may extend not more
than 3 metres into a minimum setback area, unless the minimum setback
area abuts an interior side lot line;
(b)
fire escapes and stairways that are attached to a structure and are not
enclosed may extend into a minimum setback area, but not more than 1
metre if the minimum setback area abuts an interior side lot line or unless
the building is less than 10 metres from a high water mark;
(c)
sills, chimneys, cornices, eaves, gutters, parapets, pilasters, or other
ornamental structures may extend not more than 0.75 metre into a minimum
setback area.
3.8
FORESTRY USES
Despite any other provision of this By-law, all forestry uses shall comply with any
tree conservation by-law passed by the County in accordance with the Forestry
Act.
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3.9
HEIGHT EXCEPTIONS
The structure height provisions of this By-law do not apply to the following uses:
-
a barn;
-
a belfry;
-
a chimney;
-
a church spire;
-
a clock tower;
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a corn crib;
-
a drying elevator;
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a farm implement shed;
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a feed or bedding storage use;
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a flagpole;
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a roof structure necessary for the functioning of heating, ventilating, air-
conditioning, or elevator equipment;
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a silo;
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a solar panel;
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a street light on a street;
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a telecommunications antenna or tower;
-
a utility pole;
-
a water tank or tower;
-
a wind turbine.
3.10 HOME BUSINESSES AND BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENTS
(2011-83)
Where a home business or a bed and breakfast establishment is a permitted
use, it is permitted subject to the following requirements.
(a)
A home business or bed and breakfast establishment shall be conducted
entirely within a dwelling unit.
(b)
No goods or merchandise shall be offered or kept for sale or rent, except
for arts and crafts produced on the premises by a home business.
(c)
A home business or bed and breakfast establishment shall not have more
than one employee who is not a resident of the dwelling unit.
(d)
A home business shall not occupy more than 25% of the dwelling unit
area.
(e)
Despite Section 3.28 of this By-law, all signs shall comply with the
relevant sign by-law of the Municipality.
(f)
The home business or bed and breakfast establishment shall not change
the primarily residential character of the dwelling or the lot.
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3.11 HOME INDUSTRIES (2011-83)
Where a home industry is a permitted use, it is permitted subject to the following
requirements.
(a)
A home industry shall be conducted entirely within one or more
accessory buildings.
(b)
A home industry shall not have more than 3 employees who are not
residents of the dwelling unit on the lot.
(c)
The total gross floor area used by the home industry shall not exceed
100 square metres.
(d)
There shall be no open storage accessory to the home industry.
(e)
Despite Section 3.28 of this By-law, all signs shall comply with the relevant
sign by-law of the Municipality.
(f)
Despite Section 3.22(b)(ii) of this By-law, vehicles and motor vehicles that
are associated with the home industry shall only be parked or stored to the
rear of the front yard. A maximum of three (3) vehicles and/or motor
vehicles that are associated with the home industry shall be parked or
stored on the lot.
(g)
The home industry shall not change the primarily residential character of
the lot.
3.12 LIGHTING
Despite any structure height provision of this By-law, no light standard shall be
constructed on any lot with a structure height of more than 9 metres, and no
exterior light shall be affixed to any structure at a height of more than 9 metres
above average finished grade. All exterior lighting fixtures shall direct light
downwards and not towards abutting lots, streets, or water bodies. These
requirements do not apply to traffic signals and light standards serving streets.
3.13 LIVESTOCK FACILITIES
Despite any other provision of this By-law, all structures that are livestock facilities
or that are near livestock facilities shall be located so as to comply with Minimum
Distance Separation I or Minimum Distance Separation II, as applicable, as
prescribed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food.
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3.14 LOADING
(a)
The owner or occupant of any structure, or a part of a structure, used for
any purpose that requires the receiving, shipping, loading, or unloading
of merchandise, goods, or materials, shall provide loading spaces in
accordance with Table 1.
Table 1 - Loading Space Requirements
Gross Floor Area of Structure or
Part of Structure
Minimum Number of Loading
Spaces
280 square metres or less
1
281 to 2,300 square metres
2
2,301 to 7,500 square metres
3
7,501 square metres or more
2, plus 1 for each 7,500 square
metres or part thereof of gross floor
area.
(b)
Each loading space shall be at least 12 metres long and 4 metres wide, and
have a vertical clearance of at least 4.5 metres.
(c)
Access to loading spaces shall be by means of a driveway at least 3.5
metres wide entirely contained within the lot and leading to the improved
street.
(d)
The driveways and loading spaces shall be constructed and maintained
with a stable surface, treated to prevent the raising of dust or loose particles,
and shall provide for stormwater drainage.
(e)
If an existing structure had on July 11, 1977 fewer loading spaces than
would have been required by Table 1, the gross floor area of that structure
may only be increased if additional loading spaces are provided such that
the number of loading spaces by which the structure is deficient does not
increase.
3.15 LOT BOUNDARIES
Despite any other provision of this By-law, any boundary of a lot that is located
below the high water mark shall be deemed not to be a lot line, and the high water
mark shall be deemed to be the lot line in its place.
3.16 LOTS DIVIDED BY IMPROVED STREETS
Where a standard waterfront lot or through waterfront lot that is within a registered
plan of subdivision has been severed into two or more lots by an improved street,
the original lot shall be deemed to continue to be one lot as if it had not been
severed, for the purposes of determining the permitted uses and zone provisions
applicable to the severed lots. However, Section 3.30 of this By-law shall continue
to apply with respect to the improved street severing the original lot.
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3.17 LOTS DIVIDED INTO MORE THAN ONE ZONE (By-law 2007-34)
When a lot is divided into more than one zone, the part in each zone shall be used
in accordance with the provisions of this By-law for the applicable zone. Lot
area and lot coverage shall be calculated as if the part of the lot in each zone
were a separate lot. Provisions limiting the numbers of structures per lot shall
continue to apply to the entire lot. If there is any conflict between the provisions
applicable to such a lot, the more specific or more restrictive provision shall
apply.
Despite the provisions of this Section, where a lot is partially zoned Environmental
Protection (EP), the portion of the lot that is zoned EP and located above the high
water mark may be included in the calculation of lot area and zone provisions.
Land zoned EP and located below the high water mark is excluded from the
calculation of lot area and zone provisions.
3.18 MINIMUM OPENING ELEVATION
Despite any other provision of this By-law, no person shall construct any structure
in Area 1 shown on Schedule "B" unless the structure has a minimum opening
elevation of at least 320.2 metres CGVD28.
3.19 NON-COMPLYING STRUCTURES AND LOTS
(a)
Alterations to Legal Non-Complying Structures and on Legal Non-
Complying Lots
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the enlargement, relocation,
replacement, reconstruction, or repair of a legal non-complying structure, or
the enlargement, relocation, replacement, reconstruction, or repair of an
existing structure on a legal non-complying lot, provided that the following
requirements are met.
(i)
No lot coverage, shoreland lot coverage, structure height, gross floor
area, or dwelling unit area as a percentage of lot area shall be
increased to more than that permitted.
(ii)
No building separation, dwelling unit area, or naturalized open space
as a percentage of lot area shall be reduced to less than that
permitted.
(iii)
The least distance between a structure encroaching within a
minimum setback area and the lot line shall not be further reduced.
(iv)
On a standard waterfront lot or through waterfront lot, no area of
encroachment by a main building within a minimum setback area
abutting a shoreline or high water mark shall be increased, unless
the main building dimension most nearly parallel to that shoreline or
high water mark will not exceed 50% of the lot frontage or 18.5
metres, whichever is less.
(v)
On a standard waterfront lot or through waterfront lot, no area of
encroachment or structure height of a main building within a
minimum setback area including any deck and patio attached to a
main building shall be increased within 10 metres of the high water
mark.
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(vi)
No area of encroachment by an accessory structure within a
minimum setback area shall be increased.
(vii)
Despite Section 3.19(a)(i) of this By-law, no gross floor area or
structure height of any accessory structure shall be increased.
(viii)
No location or area of any planting strip required by this By-law shall
be altered.
(ix)
The structure is not a dwelling where more than one dwelling is
already located on the lot; an accessory dwelling unit where the
number of accessory dwelling units already located on the lot
exceeds one or the number permitted, whichever is greater; or a
private cabin where more than one private cabin is already located
on the lot.
(x)
Where there are two dwellings on a lot and only one dwelling is
permitted, no gross floor area or structure height of either dwelling
shall be increased. (2011-83)
(b)
Use of Undersized Vacant Lots
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the use of a vacant lot which has less
than the minimum permitted lot area or lot frontage, provided that:
(i)
the lot is an existing lot, or is in a registered plan of subdivision
and is not subject to Section 3.16 of this By-law, or was created
on or after July 11, 1977 by a conveyance to enable a public use or
street; or
(ii)
the lot area or lot frontage of the lot became less than the minimum
permitted due to more precise delineation of lot lines by a plan of
survey registered on or after July 11, 1977 without any conveyance
of land; and
(iii)
the use is a permitted use; and the use complies with all other
zone provisions.
(c)
Additions to Legal Non-Complying Lots
Where land is added to a legal non-complying lot, and no land is removed
from the lot, the lot is deemed to continue to be legal non-complying.
(d)
Additions to Lots Causing Lots to be Non-Complying:
Where the lot frontage of a lot would become non-complying solely as a
result of the addition of an original shoreline road allowance to the lot,
the lot is deemed to continue to comply with all lot frontage provisions.
(e)
Alterations to Lots Causing Structures to be Non-Complying
No structure shall become non-complying solely as a result of a change
in a lot line, provided that the lot line change is due to:
(i)
merging of title of lots to create a lesser number of lots;
(ii)
addition of an original township road allowance or original
shoreline road allowance to a lot;
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(iii)
a conveyance to enable a public use or street.
(f)
Alterations to Lots with Legal Non-Complying Structures
(i)
Where a legal non-complying structure is located on a lot any of
whose lot lines change, the structure is deemed to continue to be
legal non-complying, provided that there is no increase in the extent
of non-compliance with any zone provision.
(ii)
Where land is added to or removed from a lot due to the granting
of a lot addition consent that does not create a new lot, any legal non-
complying structure on that lot is deemed to continue to be legal non-
complying, provided that there is no increase in the extent of non-
compliance with minimum lot line setbacks or minimum water
setbacks.
3.20 NON-CONFORMING STRUCTURES
(a)
In all zones except the EP Zone, nothing in this By-law shall prevent the
reconstruction or repair of a legal non-conforming structure that is damaged
or destroyed on or after July 11, 1977 by causes beyond the control of the
owner, provided that the structure remains within its original location and
dimensions, that it does not exceed its original gross floor area, and that no
new uses are established.
(b)
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the strengthening or restoration to a
safe condition of a legal non-conforming structure, provided that the
structure remains within its original location and dimensions and that no
new uses are established inside the structure.
3.21 NOXIOUS USES
No person shall, within the zoned area, use any land or construct or use any
structure for any noxious use.
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3.22 PARKING
(a)
Parking Space Requirements
The owner or occupant of any structure shall provide parking spaces in
accordance with Table 2, for use solely by themselves and their family as
well as any employees and customers of and visitors to the use. When a
structure accommodates more than one use, its total parking space
requirement will be the sum total of the parking space requirements
calculated separately for each use. If the calculation for any use results in
a number of parking spaces that is not a whole number, the parking spaces
required for that use shall be the next higher whole number.
Table 2 - Parking Space Requirements
Permitted Use
Minimum Number of Parking Spaces
Assembly or Social Hall, Auditorium,
Place of Worship, or similar place of
assembly not otherwise specified in this
By-law
1 for each 4 persons that may be legally
accommodated at any one time.
Bank, Business Office, Home Business,
Home Industry, Neighbourhood Store,
Professional Office, Retail Store,
Merchandise Service Shop, or Personal
Service Shop
1 for each 20 square metres of gross
floor area.
Bed and Breakfast Establishment,
Tourist Establishment, or Tourist Camp
1 for each guest room, guest unit, and
camp lot, plus 1 for each 4 persons that
may be legally accommodated at any one
time.
Bowling Alley
3 for each bowling lane.
Car Wash
Automatic - Queuing space for 8
vehicles for ingress and space for 2
vehicles for egress.
Self-Serve - 2 for each wash stall.
Clinic or Veterinary Clinic
5 for each health practitioner, plus 1 for
each examination room
exceeding
5
such rooms.
Curling Rink
4 for each curling sheet, plus 1 for each 4
persons that may be legally
accommodated at any one time.
Dry Cleaning or Laundry Outlet,
Laundromat
4, or 1 for each 9 square metres of gross
floor area, whichever is greater.
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Table 2 - Parking Space Requirements
Permitted Use
Minimum Number of Parking Spaces
Funeral Home
10, or 1 for each 5 chapel seats,
whichever is greater.
Golf Course
24 for each 9 golf holes.
Health Care Centre
1 for each 4 beds.
Liquor Licensed Premises
1 for each 4 persons that may be legally
accommodated at any one time.
Manufacturing Plant, Processing Plant, or
Warehouse
1 for each 37 square metres of gross
floor area.
Marina
3 for each 2 boat berths, plus 1 for each
8 square metres of gross floor area
occupied by commercial use, exclusive
of storage area.
Museum, Public Library or similar
institution not specified in this By-law
1 for each 35 square metres of gross
floor area.
Residential Uses on lots accessible by
water only
None, provided that the policies of the
Official Plan of the Municipality
pertaining to access to such lots are
complied with.
Other Residential Uses
2 for each dwelling unit, plus 1 for each
additional dwelling unit
Restaurant, Take-Out Restaurant or Drive-
Through Restaurant. (By-law 2007- 34)
1 for each 9 square metres of gross floor
area, or 1 for each 4 persons that may
be legally accommodated at any one
time, whichever is greater and if a drive-
through restaurant, queuing space for 6
vehicles for ingress approaching a drive-
through window and space for 2 vehicles
for egress.
Elementary School
3 for each 2 classrooms, or 1 for each 9
square metres of gymnasium gross floor
area, or 1 for each 9 square metres of
auditorium gross floor area, whichever is
greatest.
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Table 2 - Parking Space Requirements
Permitted Use
Minimum Number of Parking Spaces
Secondary School
4 for each classroom, or 1 for each 9
square metres of auditorium gross floor
area, whichever is greater.
Self-Service Storage Building
3, or 1 for each 20 individual spaces or
lockers, whichever is greater.
Permitted uses not listed above
1 for each 35 square metres of gross
floor area.
(b)
Parking Area Location on Lot
(i)
Parking spaces required by Table 2 shall be provided on the same
lot as the use they are provided for.
(ii)
Despite any setback provision of this By-law, uncovered surface
parking areas are permitted in minimum setback areas.
(iii)
Despite Section 3.22(b)(i) of this By-law, parking spaces required by
Table 2 for a non-residential use that is not a home business, home
industry, or bed and breakfast establishment may be provided on
another lot, provided the parking spaces are not more than 150
metres from the main entrance to the structure.
(c)
Access
(i)
Motor vehicle access to parking areas shall be by means of
driveways at least 3 metres but not more than 9 metres wide.
(ii)
Any driveway that provides a combined entrance from and exit to
a street shall not be more than 9 metres wide where it crosses the
street line, measured along the street line.
(d)
Design Requirements
All parking areas and parking spaces required by Table 2, except for those
for single-family dwellings or seasonal dwellings, shall be constructed in
accordance with the following requirements.
(i)
Each parking space shall be at least 3 metres wide and 6 metres
long.
(ii)
In a parking area with aisles, if the smaller angle of the parking space
to the aisle is less than 50 degrees, the aisle shall be at least 4
metres wide.
(iii)
In a parking area with aisles, if the smaller angle of the parking space
to the aisle is 50 degrees or more but less than 70 degrees, the aisle
shall be at least 5.5 metres wide.
(iv)
In a parking area with aisles, if the smaller angle of the parking space
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to the aisle is 70 degrees or more, the aisle shall be at least 7 metres
wide.
(v)
In a parking area with aisles, if the smaller angle of the parking space
to the aisle is less than 30 degrees, the parking space shall be at
least 7 metres long.
(e)
Surface Requirements
Parking spaces, parking areas, and driveways shall be constructed and
maintained with a stable surface, treated to prevent the raising of dust or
loose particles, and shall provide for stormwater drainage.
(f)
Parking Space Deficiencies
If an existing structure had on July 11, 1977 fewer parking spaces than
would have been required to comply with Table 2, the gross floor area of
that structure may only be increased, or a new use established inside that
structure, if additional parking spaces are provided such that the number of
parking spaces by which the structure is deficient does not increase.
(g)
Designated Accessible Parking (2011-83)
(i)
Each designated accessible parking space shall be at least 6 metres
in length.
(ii)
Each designated accessible parking space shall be at least 4.5
metres wide, which will include a 1.5 metre wide aisle for passenger
access.
(iii)
Two designated accessible parking spaces may share a single 1.5
metre wide aisle for passenger access.
(iv)
The surface of all designated parking spaces shall have a firm, level
surface, with a maximum slope of 2% grade.
(v)
The minimum designated parking space requirement for new
development shall be as follows:
Total
Parking
Spaces
Required
Minimum Designated Accessible Parking Spaces
1-10
1
11-20
2
21-50
3
51-75
4
76-100
5
100-200
6
Over 200
1 additional space for each additional 100 spaces or
part thereof
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(h)
Restrictions in Residential Zones (2011-83)
Parking spaces in Residential Zones shall comply with the following
restrictions:
(i)
Not more than one automobile or truck shall be parked on a lot
outside a private garage unless it has a valid vehicle permit.
(ii)
The total number of commercial motor vehicles as defined in the
Highway Traffic Act parked on a lot shall not exceed one per
dwelling.
(i)
Boat Parking
(i)
Up to one-third of the parking spaces required by Table 2 for non-
residential uses on a waterfront lot or through waterfront lot in a
Commercial Zone may be provided in the form of boat parking
spaces in the LR Zone abutting the lot, for use solely by customers
of and visitors to the uses. Sections 3.22(b), 3.22(c), 3.22(d), and
3.22(e) of this By-law do not apply to these boat parking spaces.
(ii)
A boat parking space provided to meet the requirements of Table
2 shall be at least 6 metres long and 3 metres wide, with a dock
forming at least one side.
3.23 PLANTING STRIPS (2011-83)
(a)
Except as otherwise approved in a site plan agreement, where a planting
strip, is required by this By-law, it will consist of a continuous, uninterrupted
row of coniferous trees or shrubs, not less than 1.5 metres high at planting,
abutting a lot line along which the planting strip is required by any zone
provision. The remainder of the planting strip shall be used for no purpose
other than planting shrubs, flowers, grass, or similar vegetation.
(b)
Where approved by a site plan agreement, the composition of a planting
strip may be varied from Section 3.23(a) above, or may be a fence, a berm
or other similar screening barrier.
(c)
A planting strip, required by this By-law, may be interrupted by a driveway
or walkway, and this interruption may extend up to 3 metres beyond the
edge of the driveway or 1.5 metres beyond the edge of the walkway.
(d)
A planting strip required by this By-law may form part of any naturalized
open space required by this By-law.
(e)
The owner of a planting strip shall maintain it in a healthy condition for as
long as the planting strip is required by this By-law, and shall continue to
plant it as necessary to ensure conformity with the definition of a planting
strip.
3.24 PUBLIC USES
(a)
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the use of land for a street, or prevent
the installation of a water main, sewer main, gas main, pipeline, lighting
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fixture, or overhead or underground electrical or telecommunications line,
provided that the installation and its location have been approved by the
Municipality.
(b)
Except as provided in Section 3.24(a) of this By-law, public uses are
permitted in the zoned area only where they are permitted uses.
(c)
Any above-ground non-recreational public use located in a Residential
Zone shall be enclosed in a building designed, located, and maintained
in general harmony with the dwellings in that zone.
3.25
QUONSET HUT (2015-20)
A quonset hut or other corrugated steel structure, which is greater than 10 sq.
metres in area, is not a permitted structure except in the M, MX, MD, RU1,
RU1L and RU3, zones. A quonset hut is not a dwelling.
3.26 SHORELINE VEGETATION BUFFER (2011-83)
A shoreline vegetation buffer will apply to the water setback of a lot. A shoreline
vegetation buffer will be maintained in a healthy condition and in compliance
with the provisions outlined in a tree cutting or tree preservation By-law, passed
by the County of Haliburton and/or any development agreement registered on
title to the lot.
3.27 SIGHT TRIANGLES
(a)
Except in a Commercial Zone, the following uses are prohibited within a
sight triangle:
(i)
a structure or use which would obstruct the vision of drivers of
motor vehicles;
(ii)
a fence, tree, hedge, bush or other vegetation, the top of which is
more than 1 metre above ground level at the street line;
(iii)
a berm or other ground surface which is more than 0.5 metre
above ground level at the street line.
(b)
Vegetation within a sight triangle shall be maintained at a height of not more
than 1.25 metres above the ground.
3.28 SIGNS
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the construction, alteration, or use of any sign,
provided the sign complies with Sections 3.10, 3.11, and 3.27 of this By- law and
with the other by-laws of the Municipality.
3.29 STREETS
Despite any other provision of this By-law, a street is permitted anywhere in the
zoned area.
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3.30 STREET SETBACKS
(a)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, no person shall construct any
enclosed building in the zoned area unless the street setback is at least the
distance shown in Table 3.
Table 3 - Street Setback Requirements
Improved Street Jurisdiction
Minimum Street Setback
Province of Ontario
18 metres, plus the minimum lot line
setback from the street line
County
15 metres, plus the minimum lot line
setback from the street line
Municipality
10 metres, plus the minimum lot line
setback from the street line
(b)
Despite Section 3.30(a) of this By-law, if a lot abuts an improved street
under the jurisdiction of the Municipality that is outside a road allowance, no
person shall construct an enclosed building on that lot unless the least
distance from the building to the edge of the travelled portion of the street
equals or exceeds the exterior side minimum lot line setback.
(c)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, where a road is not a street, but
is a right of way for the benefit of other properties, or is subject to a
prescriptive right for the benefit of other properties, or is owned by a
condominium corporation, no person shall construct a building or structure
on any lot abutting the said road unless the least horizontal distance from
the building or structure to the edge of the travelled portion of the said road
equals or exceeds the minimum lot line setback, exterior side. (2011-83)
3.31 THROUGH LOTS
On a through lot, the front minimum lot line setback shall apply to each other
street line as if it were a front lot line.
3.32 TRAILS
Despite any other provision of this By-law, a snowmobile, cross-country ski, or
snowshoe trail is permitted anywhere in the zoned area.
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3.33 WIND TURBINES (By-law 2007-53)
(a)
A wind turbine is permitted anywhere in the zoned area subject to the
following provisions:
(i)
minimum water setback:
300 metres
(ii)
minimum lot line setback,
front:
2 times the wind turbine height.
(iii)
minimum lot line setback,
exterior side:
2 times the wind turbine height.
(iv)
minimum lot line setback,
interior side:
2 times the wind turbine height.
(v)
minimum lot line setback,
rear:
2 times the wind turbine height.
(vi)
maximum wind turbines per lot:
1
(vii)
maximum wind turbine height:
38.0 metres
(viii)
the wind turbine is to be setback 10 metres from any above ground
utility line except a utility line used to connect the subject property to
the local utility.
(ix)
Any wind turbine that has approval pursuant to the provisions of the
Environmental Assessment Act is exempt from the provisions of
Section 3.33 (vi), (vii) and (viii), of this By-law and the provisions
imposed pursuant to the approvals granted under the Environmental
Assessment Act will apply.
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Section 4
ZONES
4.1
ZONE CLASSIFICATION
All lands within the zoned area are divided into the following zones, classified
as Residential, Institutional, Commercial, Industrial, Rural, or Environmental
zones. Following each zone name is the corresponding zone symbol.
(a)
Residential Zones
Waterfront Residential Type 1 Zone (WR1)
Waterfront Residential Type 2 Zone (WR2)
Waterfront Residential Type 3 Zone (WR3)
Waterfront Residential Type 3L Zone (WR3L)
Waterfront Residential Type 4 Zone (WR4)
Waterfront Residential Type 4L Zone (WR4L)
Waterfront Residential Type 5 Zone (WR5)
Waterfront Residential Type 5L Zone (WR5L)
Waterfront Residential Type 6 Zone (WR6)
Waterfront Residential Type 6L Zone (WR6L)
Rural Residential Zone (RR)
Suburban Residential Zone (RS)
Urban Residential Type 1 Zone (R1)
Urban Residential Type 2 Zone (R2)
Urban Residential Type 3 Zone (R3)
(b)
Institutional Zones
Urban Institutional Zone (IU)
Rural Institutional Zone (IR)
(c)
Commercial Zones
General Commercial Zone (C)
Highway Commercial Zone (CH)
Tourist Commercial Zone (CT)
(d)
Industrial Zones
General Industrial Zone (M)
Extractive Industrial Zone (MX)
Disposal Industrial Zone (MD)
(e)
Rural Zones
Rural Type 1 Zone (RU1)
Rural Type 1L Zone (RU1L)
Rural Type 2 Zone (RU2)
Rural Type 3 Zone (RU3)
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(f)
Environmental Zones
Open Space Zone (OS)
Lake or River Zone (LR)
Environmental Protection Zone (EP)
4.2
ZONE SYMBOLS
Wherever in this By-law a zone symbol is used by itself or followed by the words
"zone" or "exception zone", it shall have the same meaning as the full name of the
zone.
4.3
ZONE BOUNDARIES
When determining the location of a zone boundary on Schedule "A" or on any
schedule which amends Schedule "A", the following provisions shall apply.
(a)
Municipal and Park Boundaries
All boundaries of the Municipality outside Algonquin Provincial Park, and
of Algonquin Provincial Park within the Municipality, shall be zone
boundaries.
(b)
Street Lines
Despite Sections 4.3(c), 4.3(f), and 4.3(g) of this By-law, a zone boundary
shown as approximately following a street line shall be deemed to follow
the centre line of the street's road allowance.
(c)
Township Lot or Road Allowance Boundaries
A zone boundary shown as approximately following the boundary of a
township lot or road allowance shown on an original township survey
shall be deemed to follow that boundary.
(d)
Rights-of-Way
A zone boundary shown as approximately following a right-of-way for a
private road, pipeline, electrical line, or telecommunications line shall be
deemed to follow that right-of-way.
(e)
Shorelines
A zone boundary shown as approximately following a shoreline of a water
body shall be deemed to follow the high water mark of that water body.
(f)
Subdivision Lot Lines
A zone boundary shown as approximately following a lot or block line on
a registered plan of subdivision shall be deemed to follow that lot line.
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(g)
Other Lot Lines
A zone boundary shown as approximately following any lot line shall be
deemed to follow that lot line.
(h)
Environmental Protection Zone Boundaries
Where any uncertainty exists, the exact boundaries of an EP Zone may
be determined through an on-site review by the Municipality.
Where an on-site review confirms that any lands should no longer be
included within the EP Zone, and the policies of the Official Plan of the
Municipality pertaining to the removal of lands from the Environmental
Protection Areas designation have been complied with, the lands shall
be deemed to be in the same zone as the majority of the remainder of the
lot. Where the lot is entirely in the EP Zone, it shall be deemed to be in
the RU1 Zone if it abuts an improved street, or in the RU1L Zone otherwise.
(2011-83)
(i)
No Other Option
If a zone boundary cannot be located using any of the preceding methods,
it shall be located according to Schedule "A", adjusted to scale.
4.4
DEEMED ZONES
(a)
Any island that is not clearly assigned to a zone on Schedule "A" or on a
schedule to a by-law that amends this By-law is deemed to be in the OS
Zone.
(b)
All lands below a high water mark are deemed to be in the LR Zone, unless
they are specifically assigned to the EP Zone.
4.5
EXCEPTION ZONES
Where a zone symbol on Schedule "A" includes a dash followed by a number
(for example, "RR-1" or "WR1-1"), this denotes an exception zone, which is subject
to special permitted uses and zone provisions as provided in this By- law.
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Section 5
RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Residential Zones include the following:
Explanatory note re purpose:
Waterfront Residential Type 1
Zone
WR1
60 m lot frontage, 30 m water setback,
year-round occupancy
Waterfront Residential Type 2
Zone
WR2
60 m lot frontage, 20 m water setback on
lots developed as of 2004, year-round
occupancy
Waterfront Residential Type 3
Zone
WR3
60 m lot frontage, 30 m water setback
(2011-83)
Waterfront Residential Type
3L Zone
WR3L
60 m lot frontage, 30 m water setback,
limited services (no public road)
(2011-83)
Waterfront Residential Type 4
Zone
WR4
60 m lot frontage, 20 m water setback on
lots developed as of 2004 (2011-83)
Waterfront Residential Type
4L Zone
WR4L
60 m lot frontage, 20 m water setback on
lots developed as of 2004, limited services
(no public road) (2011-83)
Waterfront Residential Type 5
Zone
WR5
90 m lot frontage, 30 m water setback
Waterfront Residential Type
5L Zone
WR5L
90 m lot frontage, 30 m water setback,
limited services (no public road)
Waterfront Residential Type 6
Zone
WR6
150 m lot frontage, 30 m water setback
Waterfront Residential Type
6L Zone
WR6L
150 m lot frontage, 30 m water setback,
limited services (no public road)
Rural Residential Zone
RR
8,000 m2 lot area, private sewage
Suburban Residential Zone
RS
1,390 m2 lot area, municipal sewage
Urban Residential Type 1
Zone
R1
463 m2 (municipal sewage) or 4,000 m2
(private sewage) lot area, single-family or
converted dwelling, in Haliburton Village
Urban Residential Type 2
Zone
R2
3,000 m2 lot area, private sewage, single-
family or converted dwelling, in hamlets
Urban Residential Type 3
Zone
R3
1,390 m2 (municipal sewage) or 4,000 m2
(private sewage) lot area, converted,
duplex, or semi-detached dwelling, in
Haliburton Village
Section 8.2 of this By-law requires certain setbacks for industrial uses from Residential
Zones and residential buildings.
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5.1
PERMITTED USES
In a Residential Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any structure
for any purpose except for a use shown by an X in the following table to be a
permitted use in that zone, subject to any applicable notes in the table.
RESIDENTIAL
PERMITTED USES
WR1,
WR2
WR3,
WR4,
WR5,
WR6
WR3L,
WR4L,
WR5L,
WR6L
RR
RS
R1,
R2
R3
Residential uses (See notes at end of residential uses section)
Single-family dwelling
X
X
X
X
Converted dwelling
X
X
X
X
Duplex dwelling
X
X
X
X
Semi-detached
dwelling
X
X
X
X
Seasonal dwelling
X
X
Additional dwelling unit
X
X(b)
X(b)
X(b)
Private cabin
X
X
X
X
X
Yurt
X
Non-residential uses
Backyard Hen
X(a)
X(a)
X(a)
Bed and breakfast
establishment
X
X
X
X
Hobby farm
X
Home office
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Any other home
business
X
X
X
X
Outdoor sauna
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Place of worship
X
Public park
X
X
X
X
X
X
Urban Agriculture
X
X
X
Notes:
(a) Not permitted on lots with Multi-Residential Development
(b) If not served by a sanitary sewer system, and the front lot line is a shoreline, the
lot shall have a minimum lot area of 4000 m2 and a minimum lot frontage of 30
metres.
5.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
In a Residential Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any structure
for any purpose except in accordance with the zone provision requirements shown
in the following tables to be applicable in that zone, subject to any applicable notes
in the tables.
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WATERFRONT
RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PROVISIONS (See notes
at end of table)
WR1
WR2
WR3,
WR3L
WR4,
WR4L
WR5,
WR5L
WR6,
WR6L
Lot area, minimum
4,000
m2
4,000
m2
4,000
m2
4,000
m2
2 ha
2 ha
Lot frontage, minimum
(2011-83)
60 m
60 m
60 m
60m
90 m
150 m
Dwellings per lot, maximum
1
1
1
1
1
1
Private cabins per lot,
maximum
1
1
1
1
1
1
Total accessory buildings
per lot, maximum
2
(aa)
2
(aa)
2
(aa)
2
(aa)
2
(aa)
2
(aa)
Minimum water setback,
leaching bed
30 m
30 m
(a)
30 m
30 m
(a)
30 m
30 m
Minimum water setback,
any other structure
30 m
20 m
30 m
20 m
30 m
30 m
Minimum lot line setback,
front
7.5 m
(b)
7.5 m
(b)
7.5 m
(b)
7.5 m
(b)
7.5 m
(b)
7.5 m
(b)
Minimum lot line setback,
exterior side
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
Minimum lot line setback,
interior side, main building
4.5 m
4.5 m
4.5 m
4.5 m
4.5 m
4.5 m
Minimum lot line setback,
interior side, accessory
structure
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
Minimum lot line setback,
rear, main building
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
Minimum lot line setback,
rear, accessory structure
1 m
(c)
1 m
(c)
1 m
(c)
1 m
(c)
1 m
(c)
1 m
(c)
Building separation,
minimum
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
Lot coverage, maximum
15%
15%
15%
15%
15%
10%
Shoreland lot coverage,
maximum
15%
15%
15%
15%
10%
6%
Dwelling unit area,
minimum
55 m2
55 m2
55 m2
55 m2
55 m2
55 m2
Dwelling unit area,
maximum percentage of lot
area
12%
12%
17%
17%
2.5%
2.5%
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WATERFRONT
RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PROVISIONS (See notes
at end of table)
WR1
WR2
WR3,
WR3L
WR4,
WR4L
WR5,
WR5L
WR6,
WR6L
Main building, maximum
gross floor area of any
storey
372 m2 372 m2
372 m2
372 m2
557 m2
557 m2
Structure height, 1 storey
accessory building,
maximum, By-law 2015-20
5.5 m
5.5 m
5.5 m
5.5 m
5.5 m
5.5 m
Structure height, any other
structure maximum
9.5 m
9.5 m
9.5 m
9.5 m
9.5 m
9.5 m
Naturalized open space,
minimum percentage of lot
area
55%
55%
50%
50%
80%
80%
Shoreline Vegetation Buffer
width, minimum (2011-83)
30 m
20 m
30 m
20 m
30 m
30 m
Parking space setback from
street line, minimum
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
Notes:
(aa)
plus 1 one-storey building less than 10 sq. metres in area.
(a)
If the lot was registered as of March 11, 2004 and has not been altered
since, and a main building was located on the lot on that date, the minimum
is 20 m.
(b)
If the front lot line is a shoreline, no minimum, except where the original
shoreline road allowance is occupied by an improved street, but the
minimum water setbacks still apply.
(c)
If the rear lot line is also a street line, the minimum is 7.5 m.
RURAL, SUBURBAN, AND
URBAN RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PROVISIONS (See notes at end of
table)
RR
RS
R1
R2
R3
Lot area, minimum
8,000
m2
1,390
m2
463
m2
(a)
3,000
m2
1,390
m2
(a)
Lot frontage, minimum
60 m
30 m
15 m
(b)
30 m
30 m
(b), (c)
Dwellings per lot, maximum
1
1
1
1
1
Additional dwelling units per lot,
maximum
1
1
1
1
1
Private cabins per lot, maximum
1
1
not
applic-
able
not
applic-
able
not
applic-
able
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RURAL, SUBURBAN, AND URBAN
RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PROVISIONS (See notes at end of
table)
RR
RS
R1
R2
R3
Total accessory buildings per lot,
maximum
2
(aa)
2
2
2
2
Minimum water setback
30 m
(d)
30 m
(d)
30 m
(d)
30 m
(d)
30 m
(d)
Minimum lot line setback, front
10.5 m
(e)
7.5 m
(e)
7.5 m
(e)
7.5 m
(e)
7.5 m
(e), (f)
Minimum lot line setback, exterior
side
10.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
(f)
Minimum lot line setback, interior
side, main building
4.5 m
4.5 m
1.5 m
(g), (h)
3 m on
one
side,
1.5 m
on the
other
(g)
1.5 m
(f)
Minimum lot line setback, interior
side, accessory structure
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
Minimum lot line setback, rear,
main building
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
Minimum lot line setback, rear,
accessory structure
1 m
(i)
1 m
(i)
1 m
(i)
1 m
(i)
1 m
(i)
Building separation, minimum
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
Lot coverage, maximum
20%
25%
35%
(j)
15%
25%
(j)
Dwelling unit area, minimum
no
minimum
55 m2
(k)
55 m2
(k)
55 m2
(k)
55 m2
Structure height, maximum
9.5 m
9.5 m
9.5 m
9.5 m
9.5 m
Naturalized open space, minimum
percentage of lot area
60%
30%
25%
35%
30%
Parking space setback from street
line, minimum
10.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
7.5 m
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RURAL, SUBURBAN, AND
URBAN RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PROVISIONS (See notes at end of
table)
RR
RS
R1
R2
R3
Notes:
(aa)
plus 1 one-storey building less than 10 sq. metres in area.
(a)
If not served by a sanitary sewer system, the minimum is 4,000 m2.
(b)
If not served by a sanitary sewer system, the minimum is 60 m.
(c)
If there is a semi-detached dwelling on the lot, the minimum is 60 m.
(d)
If the lot was registered as of March 11, 2004 and has not been altered
since, and a main building was located on the lot on that date, the minimum
is 20 m.
(e)
If the front lot line is a shoreline, no minimum, except where the original
shoreline road allowance is occupied by an improved street, but the
minimum water setbacks still apply.
(f)
However, a single-family dwelling which does not comply with this
provision may be altered to a converted dwelling provided the alteration
does not increase the extent of non-compliance.
(g)
If a place of worship, the minimum is 7.5 m.
(h)
If not served by a sanitary sewer system, the minimum is 3 m on one side
and 1.5 m on the other side, subject to note (g).
(i)
If the rear lot line is also a street line, the minimum is 7.5 m.
(j)
If not served by a sanitary sewer system, the maximum is 15%.
(k)
If a converted dwelling, the minimum is 37 m2, plus 13.5 m2 for each
bedroom.
5.3
OTHER PROVISIONS
(a)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, a seasonal dwelling in the
WR3, WR4, WR5, or WR6 Zones may be occupied as a principal
residence, where on or after July 11, 1977 Council has issued a
Certificate of Occupancy in accordance with the Planning Act,
provided the dwelling conforms with the definition of a single-family
dwelling.
(b)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, if a lot in the WR3L,
WR4L, WR5L, or WR6L Zones gains direct access to a fully
maintained street as a result of a by-law of the Municipality assuming
that street, all permitted uses in the WR3, WR4, WR5, and WR6
Zones are permitted on that lot.
(c)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, a home business is
permitted accessory to a seasonal dwelling that is occupied as a
principal residence in accordance with Section 5.3(a) of this By- law.
(d)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, in a Residential Zone
no recreational vehicle shall be parked within 20 metres of the high
water mark.
5.4
RESIDENTIAL EXCEPTION ZONES
5.4.1
WR1 Exception Zones
5.4.2
WR2 Exception Zones
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5.4.2.1
WR2-1 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-21)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the WR2-1 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the WR2 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
− Lot area, minimum:
0.22 hectare
− Lot frontage, minimum:
42.6 metres
− Minimum water setback:
22.85 metres
− Minimum lot line setback, front:
3.3 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the WR2 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR2 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.2.2
WR2-2 Exception Zone (By-law 2021-64)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR2-2 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the WR2 Zone, and the following:
-
Inclined Elevator
(b)
Zone Provisions:
-
Water wetback, for an inclined elevator: Minimum of 8.0
metres from a Waterbody.
-
Planting Strip width, minimum 3.0 metres.
All zone provisions applicable to the WR2 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR2 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.3
WR3 Exception Zones
5.4.3.1
WR3-1 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-93)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3-1 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All permitted uses applicable to the WR3 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3 zone except as follows:
− Structure height, maximum,
existing main building only
11 metres
− Minimum water setback, existing
storage building only
28 metres
− Minimum lot line setback, rear,
existing storage building only
4 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a WR3 Zone
shall apply.
5.4.3.2
WR3-2 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-27)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3-2 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the WR3 Zone.
(b) Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 55.0 metres
(c) All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR3 Zone
shall apply.
5.4.3.3
WR3-3 Exception Zone (Bylaw 2023-27)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law within the WR3-3 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a) Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the WR3 Zone.
(b) Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3 Zone, except as follows:
- Lot frontage, minimum: 40.0 metres
- Lot frontage, minimum: 55.0 metres
(c) All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR3 Zone
shall apply.
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5.4.3.4
WR3-4 Exception Zone (By-law 2024-109)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law within the WR3-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a) Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the WR3 Zone.
(b) Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3 Zone, except as follows:
- Minimum water setback (stream), main building: 10.0 metres
- Lot frontage, minimum (Haliburton Lake Road): 30.0 metres
-
Lot area, minimum: 2,000 square metres
-
Section 3.19 of this By-law shall apply for all new development
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR3 Zone shall apply.
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5.4.4
WR3L Exception Zones
5.4.4.1
WR3L-1 Exception Zone (By-law 01-17)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3L-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR3L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone, and the
following:
-
Minimum opening elevation:
357.37 metres CGVD28.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR3L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.4.2
WR3L-2 EXCEPTION ZONE (By-law 06-116)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3L-2 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR3L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum water setback, leaching bed:
120 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a WR3L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.4.3
WR3L-3 EXCEPTION ZONE (By-law 07-03)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3L-3 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR3L Zone, and the following:
- A boathouse.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone.
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(c)
All other provisions of the By-law as applicable to a WR3L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.4.4
WR3L-4 EXCEPTION ZONE (By-law 2012-23)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3L-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses applicable to the WR3L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone, except as
follows:
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
34 metres
-
Water setback, existing seasonal dwelling, minimum: 7
metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a WR3L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.4.5
WR3L-5 EXCEPTION ZONE (By-law 2012-23)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3L-5 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses applicable to the WR3L Zone:
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone, except as
follows:
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
45 metres
-
Water setback, leaching bed, minimum: 65 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a WR3L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.4.6
WR3L-6 Exception Zone (By-law 2015-21)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the WR3L-6 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses applicable to the WR3L Zone.
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(b)
Zone provisions:
-
Minimum setback distance, EP Zone, 30 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a WR3L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.4.7
WR3L-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-22)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3L-7 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the WR3L Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
−
Lot Frontage, Minimum:
40 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR3L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.4.8
WR3L-8 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-22)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3L-8 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the WR3L Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
-
Minimum water setback, main building
− Minimum water setback, main building
19 metres
− Minimum water setback, any other structure
30 metres
All other zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR3L Zone
shall apply.
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5.4.4.9
WR3L-9 Exception Zone (By-law 2022-28)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR3L-9 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the WR3L Zone, and the following:
-
A storage shed.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All other zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR3L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.4.10
WR3L-10 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-77)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the WR3L-10 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR3L Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR3L Zone, except as follows:
− Minimum water setback, any other structure
45 metres
− Minimum water setback, leaching bed
45 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR3L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.5
WR4 Exception Zones
5.4.5.1
WR4-1 Exception Zone (By-law 89-36)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4 Zone.
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(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4 Zone, and the following:
-
Maximum extension of a marine facility in the LR Zone
abutting the WR4-1 Exception Zone beyond the high water
mark: 3 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR4 Zone shall apply.
5.4.5.2
WR4-2 Exception Zone (By-law 89-77)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4-2 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4 Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4 Zone, and the following:
-
Minimum opening elevation:
380.92 metres CGVD28
-
Minimum elevation of a road, driveway, or parking area:
380.02 metres CGVD28
-
Minimum elevation of a crawl space:
380.32 metres
CGVD28.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR4 Zone shall apply.
5.4.5.3
WR4-3 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-70)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4-3 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
− Lot area, minimum:
0.2630.5 hectare
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR4 Zone
shall apply.
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5.4.5.4
WR4-4 Exception Zone (By-law 2022-58)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4 Zone, and the following:
− Garage space on the second floor of a two storey garage.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR4 Zone
shall apply with the following exceptions:
− Contrary to Section 3.1 (f)(i) - Two Storey Accessory structure
to permit garage area within the second floor.
5.4.6
WR4L Exception Zones
5.4.6.1
WR4L-1 Exception Zone (Harcourt Park)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4L-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4L Zone, and the following:
-
A private park.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4L Zone, except as
follows:
-
Dwellings per lot, maximum: no maximum
-
Private cabins per lot, maximum: no maximum
-
Total accessory buildings per lot: no maximum
-
All zone provisions applicable to a lot in the WR4L Zone
apply to each lease holding as if it were a lot.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR4L Zone
shall apply.
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5.4.6.2
WR4L-2 Exception Zone (By-law 98-64)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4L-2 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4L Zone, and the following:
-
A boathouse.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4L Zone, except the
following:
-
Width of the boathouse, maximum: 8.54 metres
-
Maximum extension of the boathouse beyond the high
water mark, despite Section 2.9 and 3.1(h) of this By-law:
8.54 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR4L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.6.3
WR4L-3 Exception Zone (By-law 03-97)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4L-3 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4L Zone, and the following:
-
A boathouse.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4L Zone, and the
following:
-
Minimum water setback for the boathouse: 3.06 metres
-
Ground floor area of the , maximum: 28 square metres
-
Length of the boathouse, maximum: 7.6 metres
-
Structure height of the boathouse, maximum:
5.2 metres
-
Storage of gasoline and other petroleum products in the
boathouse is not permitted.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR4L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.6.4
WR4L-4 Exception Zone (By-law 04-55)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4L-4 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4L Zone, and the following:
-
A boathouse.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR4L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.6.5
WR4L-5 Exception Zone (By-law 2015-21)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the WR4L-5 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4L Zone, and the following:
(b)
Zone provisions:
− Minimum water setback, main building
10 metres
− Minimum water setback, private cabin
11.5 metres
− Minimum water setback, any other accessory
structure
20 metres
− Minimum setback distance, EP Zone,
30 metres
All other zone provisions applicable to the WR4L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.6.6
WR4L-6 Exception Zone (By-law 2015-50)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4L-6 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the WR4L Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
− Lot area, minimum
3500 m2
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4L Zone.
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(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR4L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.6.7
WR4L-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2022-24)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR4L-7 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the WR4L Zone, and the following:
-
A Quonset Hut for storage only, maximum 1.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR4L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.6.8
WR4L-8 Exception Zone (By-law 2022-77)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of this
By-law, within the WR4L-8 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the WR4L Zone, and the following:
-
A Quonset Hut.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
-
A Quonset Hut per lot, maximum 1.
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR4L Zone
shall apply.
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5.4.6.9
WR4L-9 Exception Zone (By-law 2024-28)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the WR4L-9 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a) Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the WR4L Zone.
(b) Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR4L Zone, except as
follows:
- Total accessory buildings per lot, Maximum: Three (3) plus one
(1) one-storey building less than 10.0 sq metres in area.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR4L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.7
WR5 Exception Zones
5.4.8
WR5L Exception Zones
5.4.8.1
WR5L-1 Exception Zone (By-law 05-32)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR5L-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR5L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR5L Zone, except as
follows:
-
Lot area, minimum:
1.3 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
70 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR5L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.2
WR5L-2 Exception Zone (By-law 06-33)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR5L-2 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR5L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR5L Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum:
1.3 hectares.
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
90 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to WR5L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.3
WR5L-3 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-93)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR5L-3 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR5L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR5L zone except as follows:
− Lot area, minimum
1.2 hectares
− Minimum water setback, leaching
bed
45 metres
− Minimum water setback, any other
structure
45 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a WR5L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.8.4
WR5L-4 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-93)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR5L-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses applicable to the WR5L Zone.
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(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR5L zone except as follows:
− Lot area, minimum
1.5 hectares
− Minimum water setback, leaching
bed
50 metres
− Minimum water setback, any other
structure
50 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR5L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.5
WR5L-5 Exception Zone (By-law 2018-26)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR5L-5 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the WR5L Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR5L Zone except as follows.
-
Lot area, minimum:
6 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
130 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR5L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.6
WR5L-6 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-61)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR5L-6 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the WR5L Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR5L Zone except as follows.
-
Lot frontage minimum:
133.0 metres.
-
Minimum water setback:
any other structure: 85 metres.
-
Minimum water setback, leaching bed: 133.0 metres.
-
Despite any setback of section 3.1 (c) ii a marine facility
shall be located no closer than:
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-A minimum of 90.0 metres from the easterly interior lot line;
and
-A minimum of 7.5 metres from the westerly interior lot line.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR5L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.7
WR5L-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-61) - Retained Lot
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR5L-8 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the WR5L Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR5L Zone except as follows.
-
Lot frontage minimum:
133.0 metres.
-
Minimum water setback:
any other structure: 71.0 metres.
-
Minimum water setback, leaching bed: 127.0 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR5L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.8
WR5L-8 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-60) - Retained Lot
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR5L-8 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the WR5L Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR5L Zone except as follows.
Lot frontage minimum:
1.8 ha
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR5L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.8.9
WR5L-9 Exception Zone (By-law 2021-41)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR5L-9 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the WR5L Zone, and the following:
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A boathouse.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR5L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR5L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.9
WR6 Exception Zones
5.4.9.1
WR6-1 Exception Zone (By-law 02-136)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR6 Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum:
35.5 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
420 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR6 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.9.2
WR6-2 Exception Zone (By-law 02-136)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6-2 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR6 Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum:
46 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
700 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR6 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.9.3
WR6-3 Exception Zone (By-law 02-136)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6-3 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR6 Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum:
6.5 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
235 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR6 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.9.4
WR6-4 Exception Zone (By-law 04-107)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6-4 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a seasonal dwelling
-
a private cabin
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6 Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum water setback to a pond or stream: 20 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR6 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10
WR6L Exception Zones
5.4.10.1
WR6L-1 Exception Zone (By-law 99-18)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6L-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR6L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6L Zone, except as
follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 1 hectare
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 180 metres.
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(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR6L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.2
WR6L-2 Exception Zone (By-law 01-17)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6L-2 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR6L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6L Zone, and the
following:
-
Minimum opening elevation:
357.37 metres CGVD28.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR6L Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.3
WR6L-3 Exception Zone (By-law 2009-09)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the WR6L-3 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR6L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6L zone except as follows:
-
Minimum lot area: 3.8 hectares
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a WR6L zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.4
WR6L-4 Exception Zone (By-law 2012-95)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6L-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses applicable to the WR6L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6L zone except as follows:
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Lot area, minimum:
38 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum
430 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a WR6L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.10.5
WR6L-5 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-93)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6L-5 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses applicable in the WR6L Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6L zone except as follows:
− Minimum water setback, leaching
bed
80 metres
− Minimum water setback, any other
structure
80 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a WR6L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.10.6
WR6L-6 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-40) - Retained Lot
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6L-6 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR4L Zone, except as follows:
-
Permitted an accessory structure prior to the main building
or main use being established on the lot.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6L Zone, except as follows:
- Lot frontage, minimum: 76.0 metres
-Minimum water setback, any other structure: 6.1 metre, for existing
structure within the water setback.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR6L Zone
shall apply.
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5.4.10.7
WR6L-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2025-04)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR6L-7 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the WR6L Zone, and the following:
-
Inclined Elevator
(b)
Zone provisions:
- Water setback, for an inclined elevator: minimum of 2.9 metres from a
waterbody.
- Inclined Elevator per lot, maximum: 1
All zone provisions applicable to the WR6L Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR6L Zone
shall apply.
5.4.11
RR Exception Zones
5.4.11.1
RR-1 Exception Zone (By-law 91-60)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 4,000 square metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.2
RR-2 Exception Zone (By-law 93-15)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the RR Zone, and the following:
-
A farm.
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(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 2 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 100 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, barn: 30 metres
-
Minimum building setback from dwelling on an abutting lot:
59.9 metres
-
Maximum number of livestock: 4.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.3
RR-3 Exception Zone (By-law 93-33)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-3 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum water setback: 25 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.4
RR-4 Exception Zone (By-law 94-44)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-4 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a private right-of-way.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 20 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.5
RR-5 Exception Zone (By-law 94-61)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-5 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the RR Zone, and the following:
-
A home industry.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.6
RR-6 Exception Zone (By-law 95-23)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-6 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, and the following:
-
Minimum opening elevation: 21.34 metres height above the
datum shown on the schedule to the repealed By-law 95- 23.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.7
RR-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2010-143)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-7 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a duplex dwelling
-
a semi-detached dwelling
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.8
RR-8 Exception Zone (By-law 04-89)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
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of this By-law, within the RR-8 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front, lots abutting College Drive:
30 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side, lots abutting
College Drive: 30 metres
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum: 140 square metres
-
Planting strip width, minimum: 30 metres
-
A planting strip is required only along a street line abutting
College Drive.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.9
RR-9 Exception Zone (By-law 04-129)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-9 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a single-family dwelling
-
a home business
-
an aircraft hangar.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side, main building:
1.5
metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 15.2 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.10
RR-10 Exception Zone (By-law 07-126)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the RR-10 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the RR zone.
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(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR zone except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front:
30 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side: 30 metres
(c)
All other provisions of the By-law applicable to a RR zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.11
RR-11L Exception Zone (By-law 2010-122)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the RR-11L Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of By-law 2005-120, as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
a single family dwelling
-
a home office
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR zone shall apply.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RR zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.12
RR-12 Exception Zone (By-law 2012-58)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-12 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
- Minimum setback distance, M zone: means the least permitted
distance between the M zone boundary and the nearest part of any
residential use.
(b)
Permitted uses:
- All permitted uses in the RR zone.
(c)
Zone provisions:
- Minimum setback distance, M Zone: 300 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a RR Zone shall
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apply.
5.4.11.13
RR-13 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-22) (By-law 2025-92)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-13 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the RR zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
− Minimum lot line setback, front:
30 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone
shall apply.
5.4.11.14
RR-14 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-23)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-14 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All permitted uses in the RR zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
− Lot area, minimum
1 hectare
− Minimum lot line setback, front:
30 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone
shall apply.
5.4.11.15
RR-15 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-77)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RR-15 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a single family dwelling;
-
a bed and breakfast establishment
-
a garden suite as defined by Section 39.1(s) of the Planning
Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P13;
-
a home office;
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any other home business.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
Lot area, minimum:
2 hectares
Lot frontage, minimum:
5 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.16
RR-16 Exception Zone (By-law 2015-07)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RR-16 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
− Minimum lot line setback, front, save
and except Part 1, Plan 19R-9706:
22 metres
− Minimum lot line setback, front, Part 1,
Plan 19R-9706:
30 metres
− Minimum setback distance, EP Zone,
30 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone
shall apply.
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5.4.11.17
RR-17 Exception Zone (By-law 2015-64)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RR-17 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
− Minimum setback distance, EP Zone,
30 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone
shall apply.
5.4.11.18
RR-18 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-38)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RR-18 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
−
Minimum lot line setback , front
24.3 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.19
RR-19 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-38)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RR-19 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
- All uses permitted in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
Minimum lot line setback , front
90 metres
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All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone shall
apply.
5.4.11.20
RR-20 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-61)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RR-20 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
−
Lot frontage , minimum
54.5 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone shall apply.
5.4.11.21
RR-21 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-79)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RR-21 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
−
Lot frontage, minimum
0.73 hectares
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone shall apply.
5.4.11.22
RR-22 Exception Zone (By-law 2024-46)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RR-22 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RR Zone.
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(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 30.0 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone shall apply.
5.4.11.23
RR-23 Exception Zone (By-law 2024-102)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RR-23 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 30.0 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone shall apply.
5.4.11.24
RR-24 Exception Zone (By-law 2025-94)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of this
By-law, within the RR-24 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RR Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RR Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 30.0 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RR Zone shall apply.
5.4.12
RS Exception Zones
5.4.12.1
RS-1 Exception Zone (By-law 90-27)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RS-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a converted dwelling
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a medium density dwelling
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RS Zone, except as follows:
-
Dwelling units per lot, maximum: 6
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, main
building:
30
metres
-
Minimum
lot
line
setback,
interior
side,
accessory
structures: 3 metres
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum, bedsitting dwelling
units:
37
square metres
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum, other dwelling units:
37
square metres, plus 13.5 square metres for each bedroom.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RS Zone shall
apply.
5.4.12.2
RS-2 Exception Zone (By-law 01-24)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RS-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purposes of Section 5.4.12.2 of this By-law:
-
a "boat" is a power-driven vessel.
(b)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a medium density dwelling
-
a home office.
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RS Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 2.5 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 225 metres
-
Medium density dwellings per lot, maximum:
4
-
Dwelling units per lot, maximum: 63
-
Total accessory buildings per lot, maximum:
4
-
Minimum water setback: 20 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 9 metres
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum: 100 square metres
-
Naturalized open space, minimum percentage of
lot area: 50%
-
Lot coverage, maximum: 20%
-
Structure height, maximum: 13.9 metres
-
Planting strip width, minimum:
3 metres
-
A planting strip is required only along those parts of
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an interior side lot line or a rear lot line that abut a
Residential Zone or a lot with a residential use
-
Despite Table 1 of this By-law, the minimum
number of loading spaces is 3
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum
number of parking spaces is 102
-
Boat parking spaces, maximum: 24
-
No boat shall be docked on the lot or in the LR
Zone abutting the lot except in a boat parking space
-
No personal watercraft shall be parked or stored on
the lot or in the LR Zone abutting the lot.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RS Zone shall
apply.
5.4.12.3
RS-3 EXCEPTION ZONE (By-law 06-119)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RS-3 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purpose of Section 5.4.12.3 of this by-law:
-
a "unit" is a "unit" defined by the Condominium Act, 1998, S.O.
1998, C. 19. The term unit is substituted for the term "lot",
where appropriate, in the application of Section 2 Definitions,
and Section 3 General Provisions of this By-law.
-
a "street" is a street created as a common element by approvals
granted pursuant to the Condominium Act, 1998, S.O. 1998, C.
19.
(b)
Permitted uses:
-
a single family dwelling
-
a medium density dwelling, limited to a "townhouse" form
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RS Zone, except as follows:
Single
Family
Units
Medium Density
Townhouse Units
- Unit area, minimum
320 m2
200 m2
- Unit frontage, minimum
12 m
7.5 m
- Private cabins per unit
0
0
- Accessory buildings per unit,
maximum
1
1
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Single
Family
Units
Medium Density
Townhouse Units
- Ground floor area for an accessory
building, maximum
10 m2
10 m2
- Front lot line setback, minimum
4 m
4 m
- Exterior lot line setback, minimum
3 m
3 m
- Interior lot line setback, minimum
- south side lot line - unit 10
7.5m
- Interior lot line setback, minimum
- west side lot line - unit 19
3m
- Interior lot line setback, minimum
- all other units
1.75 m No Adjoining unit: 1.75
m
Adjoining unit: 0 m
- Rear lot line setback, minimum
- units 19, 20, 21 22 and 23
7.5 m
- Rear lot line setback, minimum
- unit 10
5 m
- Rear lot line setback, minimum
- all other units
3 m
3 m
- Water setback, minimum
30 m
30 m
- Dwelling unit area, minimum
74 m2
74 m2
- Unit coverage, maximum
45%
45%
- Planting strip width
- rear lot line - units
10,19,20,21,22,23
- west side lot line - unit 19
- south side lot line - unit 10
3m
3m
3m
3m
- Naturalized open space per unit,
minimum
25%
25%
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a RS Zone shall
apply.
5.4.12.4
RS-4 Exception Zone (By-law 2015-62)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RS-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the R1 Zone.
Zone Provisions:
− lot area, minimum:
0.105 hectares
− minimum water setback:
20 metres
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− minimum lot line setback, west interior
side, main building:
1.0 metre
− minimum lot line setback, east interior
side, main building:
4.5
− parking space setback from street line,
minimum:
1.5 metres
− planting strip:
shall be maintained along the
high water mark of Grass Lake
with the exception of 30% of
the said strip, which may be
cleared
to
provided
lake
access and a view.
− planting strip width:
20 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RS Zone.
(b)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the WR2 Zone
shall apply.
5.4.12.5
RS-5 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-87)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RS-5 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted residential uses are
as follows:
-
a single family dwelling
-
an additional dwelling unit
-
private cabin
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RS zone, except as follows:
-
Water setback from human-made pond: minimum 30.0 metres
-
Setback from upland wetland, minimum: 30.0 metres
-
Shoreline vegetation buffer width, minimum: 30.0 metres
All provisions of this By-law applicable to a water setback, shall also apply to the
setback from the upland wetland.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RS Zone shall
apply.
5.4.12.6
RS-6 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-87)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
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this By-law, within the RS-6 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted residential uses are
as follows:
-
a single family dwelling
-
an additional dwelling unit
-
private cabin
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RS zone, except as follows:
-
Shoreline vegetation buffer width, minimum: 30.0 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RS Zone shall apply.
5.4.12.7
RS-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-87)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RS-7 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted residential uses are
as follows:
-
a single family dwelling
-
an additional dwelling unit
-
private cabin
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RS zone, except as follows:
-
Shoreline vegetation buffer width, minimum: 30.0 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RS Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8
R1 Exception Zones
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5.4.8.1
R1-1 Exception Zone (By-law 89-55)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R1-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the R1 Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R1 Zone, except as follows:
-
Despite Section 3.10(d) of this By-law, a home business
shall not occupy more than 50% of the dwelling unit area.
-
Section 3.10(c) of this By-law shall not apply to a home
business.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R1 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.2
R1-2 Exception Zone (By-law 2009-12)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R1-2 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted use is as follows:
-
a single-family dwelling
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R1 Zone, except as follows:
- All buildings and structures, including all decks, shall be
limited to the area within the setbacks shown and further
delineated with shading and labelled "Building Envelope" on
Schedule "A" attached hereto;
-
The rear wall of any single-family dwelling or private garage
shall be parallel to the rear lot line.
-
Minimum water
setback, any
structure:
20 metres
-
Minimum lot line
setback, west
interior side:
1.0 metres
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Minimum lot line
setback, east
interior side:
1.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line
setback, rear, any
structure:
7.5 metres
-
Lot coverage,
maximum:
35%
-
Parking space
setback from street
line, minimum:
1.5 metres
-
Gross floor area,
total of all
structures:
300 sq. metres
-
Planting strip:
shall be maintained along the high
water mark of Grass Lake with the
exception of 30% of the said planting
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strip, which may be cleared to
provide lake access and a view.
-
Planting strip width:
20 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a R1 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.3
R1-3L Exception Zone (By-law 2010-66, 2016-37)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R1-3L Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
Zone provisions:
(a)
All zone provisions applicable to the R1 zone except as follows:
-Minimum opening elevation, buildings and structures:
349.87 metres CGD
(c) All other provisions of this By-law applicable to the R1
Zone shall apply.
5.4.8.4
R1-4 Exception Zone (By-law 2013-50)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R1-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted use is as follows:
-
a single-family dwelling;
-
a duplex dwelling;
-
a semi-detached dwelling; and
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R1 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area minimum:
0.2 hectares
-
Lot frontage,
minimum:
30 metres
-
Minimum lot line
setback, front:
6 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a R1 Zone shall
apply.
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5.4.8.5
R1-5 Exception Zone (By-law 2013-71)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R1-5 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted use is as follows:
-
a single-family dwelling;
-
a garden suite as defined by Section 39.1(3) of the Planning
Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13;
-
a home office; and
-
any other home business.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R1 Zone, except as follows:
-
Total accessory buildings per lot, maximum: 3
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a R1 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.6
R1-6 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-61)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R1-6 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the R1 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
−
Lot frontage , minimum
(not serviced by a sanitary sewer system)
58.5 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the R1 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the R1 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.7
R1-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2021-40)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R1-7 Exception Zone, the following provisions
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shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the R1 Zone, and the following:
-
A two storey accessory garage
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R1 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the R1 Zone
shall apply with the following exceptions:
Section 3.1 (f) - Two Storey Accessory Structures shall not apply.
5.4.8.8
R1-8 Exception Zone (By-law 2021-65)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R1-8 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the R1 Zone, and the following:
-
Secondary Dwelling Unit
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R1 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the R1 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.8.9
R1-9 Exception Zone (By-law 2025-83)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the R1-9 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the R1 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R1 Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear, any structure: 10 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone shall
apply.
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5.4.9
R2 Exception Zones
5.4.9.1
R2-1 Exception Zone (By-law 91-28)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R2-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the R2 Zone, and the following:
-
A converted dwelling.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R2 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R2 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.9.2
R2-2 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-99)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R2-2 Exception Zone, the following provision shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the R2 Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
- Lot area minimum:
2225 sq. metres
All zone provisions applicable to the R2 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the R2 Zone
shall apply.
5.4.10
R3 Exception Zones
5.4.10.1
R3-1 Exception Zone (group homes)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R3-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a group home.
(b)
Zone provisions:
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All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.2
R3-2 Exception Zone (By-law 81-61)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the R3-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a medium density dwelling
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 204 square metres
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 39.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, main building:
9
metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear, main building: 9 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear, accessory structures: no
minimum
-
Lot coverage, maximum: 35%
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum, bedsitting dwelling units: 37
square metres
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum, other dwelling units: 37
square metres, plus 13.5 square metres for each bedroom
-
Naturalized open space, minimum percentage of lot area:
35%
-
Structure height, maximum: 11 m.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.3
R3-3 Exception Zone (By-law 83-14)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R3-3 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a medium density dwelling
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 1,100 square metres
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 24 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 2.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side:
3 metres on one
side, 9 metres on the other
-
Total ground floor areas, maximum: 250 square metres
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum: 55 square metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
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5.4.10.4
R3-4 Exception Zone (By-law 86-06)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R3-4 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a medium density dwelling
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 204 square metres
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 39.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side:
9 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, main building:
4.5
metres
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum: 51 square metres
-
Structure height, maximum:
11 m
-
Minimum opening elevation:
319.9 metres CGVD28
-
Parking space setback from street line, minimum:
4.5
metres
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 0.66 for each dwelling unit.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.5
R3-5 Exception Zone (By-law 89-26)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R3-5 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a medium density dwelling
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 8,000 square metres
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 50 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 6 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 9 metres
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum: 55 square metres
-
Structure height, maximum:
21 metres
-
Minimum opening elevation:
319.9 metres CGVD28
-
Parking space setback from street line, minimum:
4.5
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metres
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 1 for each dwelling unit.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.6
R3-6 Exception Zone (By-law 98-92)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the R3-6 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a semi-detached dwelling
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 1,620 square metres
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 20 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 7 metres
-
Lot coverage, accessory buildings, maximum:
12.5%.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.7
R3-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2007-24)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R3-7 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a medium density dwelling
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 0.49 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 80 metres
-
Dwelling units per lot, maximum: 5
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: nil
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum: 37 sq. metres
-
Parking space setback from street line, minimum: 0 metres
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(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.8
R3-8 Exception Zone (By-law 08-63)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R3-8 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a medium density dwelling, which may include the following ancillary
uses provided that combined, they do not occupy an area of greater
than 930 sq. metres within the main building:
-
a business office, restricted to the on-going administration of the
development and the ancillary uses therein, including the sale of
dwelling units
-
a clinic, restricted to on-site residents
-
a commercial school or club, restricted to residents plus a maximum of
10 non-residents per class
-
a restaurant restricted to use by residents
-
a home office
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
- Lot area, minimum:
1.62 hectares
- Lot frontage, minimum:
60 metres
- Dwelling units per lot, maximum:
150
- Number of storeys, maximum only
4
- Side lot line setback, minimum:
- Interior side, main building
- Exterior side, main building (Hwy 118)
- Exterior side, parking garage
(Lakeview Ave.)
10.5 metres
14.0 metres
0.6 metres
- Dwelling unit area, minimum:
52 sq. metres
- Structure height, maximum:
22.3 metres
- Parking space requirement, minimum:
1.2 spaces per
dwelling unit
- Planting strip:
as required by the site
plan agreement for
the property
- Naturalized Open Space, minimum
percentage of lot area:
Notes:
- to include but not be limited to all of
the area labelled "naturalized open
space" on the site plan" (being Lots
30%
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3 and 4, Block 6, Plan 1); and
-
the term "naturalized open space" is
defined by Section 2.111 of By-law
2005-120, as amended.
- Street Setback
Nil (front and side lot
line setbacks will
apply)
- Lot coverage, maximum
37%
- Loading space requirement, minimum
2
- Parking space dimension, minimum
Width: 2.7 metres
Length: 6 metres
- Parking aisle dimension, minimum
Width: 6 metres
Orientation: 90
degrees to the
parking space
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.9
R3-9 Exception Zone (By-law 2009-38)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the R3-9 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
− a duplex dwelling.
− a semi-detached dwelling.
− a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 zone except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 510 square metres
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 60 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 4.0 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 0.5 metres
-
Lot coverage, maximum: 35%
-
Naturalized open space, minimum: Percentage of lot area:
20%
-
Parking space setback from street line, minimum:
4.0 metres
-
Street setback, minimum: 9 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 zone shall
apply.
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5.4.10.10
R3-10 Exception Zone (By-law 2011-26)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law 2005-120, within the R3-10 Exception Zone, the following
provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
− a medium density dwelling.
− a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 zone except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 1.5 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 110 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side,
main building: 5.5 metres
-
Dwelling units per lot, maximum: 40
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum: 52 sq. metres
-
Structure height, maximum: 12 metres
-
Parking space requirement, minimum:
1.5 spaces per
dwelling unit
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.11
R3-11 Exception Zone (By-law 2011-70)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the R3-11 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
−
a medium density dwelling
−
a home office
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
- Lot area, minimum:
0.6 hectares
- Lot frontage, minimum:
125 metres
- Minimum water setback
20 metres
- Minimum lot line setback, interior
side, main building:
3 metres
- Minimum lot line setback, rear, main
building:
7.5 metres
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- Dwelling units per lot, maximum:
30
- Dwelling unit area, minimum:
90 sq. metres
- Structure height, maximum:
19 metres
- Parking space requirement,
minimum:
1.5 spaces per dwelling unit
- Parking space setback from street
line,
minimum:
1.5 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
5.4.10.12
R3-12 Exception Zone (By-law 2012-28)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R3-12 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a medium density dwelling
-
a home office
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
- Lot area, minimum:
0.3 hectares
- Lot frontage, minimum:
50 metres
- Dwelling units per lot, maximum:
24
- lot line setback, interior side,
minimum
main building:
7.5 metres
- Lot coverage, maximum:
30%
- Dwelling unit area, minimum:
83 sq. metres
- Structure height, maximum:
18 metres
- Planting strip or a privacy fence:
as shown on the site plan
- Planting strip width, minimum:
3 metres
-
Parking
space
requirement,
minimum:
1.5 spaces per dwelling unit
- Parking space setback from street
line,
minimum:
1.5 metres
- Street setback, minimum:
- Mountain Street
- Lake Street
17.5 metres
10 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a R3 Zone shall
apply.
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5.4.10.13
R3-13 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-68)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R3-13 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
- a medium density dwelling
- a home office
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
- Lot area, minimum:
0.3035 hectares
- Lot frontage, minimum:
12 metres
- Dwelling units per lot, maximum:
5
- lot line setback, interior side, minimum
main building:
15 metres
- lot line setback, interior side, minimum
accessory building:
10 metres
- Dwelling unit area, minimum:
190 sq. metres
- Planting strip:
north and east
side lot lines
- Planting strip width, minimum:
3 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a R3 Zone shall apply.
5.4.10.14
R3-14 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-87)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the R3-14 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a medium density dwelling
-
a home office
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 Zone, except as follows:
- Lot area, minimum:
0.4 hectares
- Lot frontage, minimum:
42.5 metres
- Water Setback:
30 metres
- Dwelling units per lot, maximum:
21
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- lot line setback, interior side, minimum
main building:
7.5 metres
- Dwelling unit area, minimum:
135 sq. metres
- Structure height, maximum:
18 metres
- Planting strip:
as shown on the site plan
- Planting strip width, minimum:
3 metres
- Parking space requirement, minimum:
1.45 spaces per dwelling unit
- Parking space setback from street line,
minimum:
0.9 metres
- Parking space dimensions, minimum
-
inside the building:
-
outside the building:
-
accessible parking space
6 metres x 2.75 metres
6 metres x 3 metres
6 metres x 4.5 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a R3 Zone shall apply.
5.4.10.15
R3-15 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-47)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the R3 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 5.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as follows:
- a medium density dwelling
- a home office
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the R3 zone, except as follows:
- Dwelling units per lot, maximum: 18
- Dwellings per lot, maximum: 3
- Minimum lot line setback, front: 6.0 metres
- Minimum lot line setback, exterior side: 0.3 metres
- Minimum lot line setback, rear, main building: 5.0 metres
- Minimum lot line setback, rear, accessory structure: 0.3 metres
- Lot coverage, maximum: 32%
- Structure height, maximum: 15.0 metres
- Planting strip, minimum: 0.0 metres, no planting strip along western property
line. Install planting per approved landscape plan.
- Accessible parking space, minimum dimensions: 6.0 m x 4.0m
- Minimum street setback, Maple Avenue: 0.6 metres
- Minimum street setback, Victoria Street: 0.6 metres
- Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of parking spaces is 1.0
spaces per dwelling unit.
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- Minimum sight triangle of 8.5 metres
- Minimum opening elevation: 320.65 metres CGVD28
c) All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a R3 Zone shall apply.
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Section 6
INSTITUTIONAL ZONES
Institutional Zones include the following:
Urban Institutional Zone
IU
Rural Institutional Zone
IR
Section 8.2 of this By-law requires certain setbacks for industrial uses from Institutional
Zones and residential buildings.
6.1
PERMITTED USES
In an Institutional Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any
structure for any purpose except for a use shown by an X in the following table to
be a permitted use in that zone, subject to any applicable notes in the table.
INSTITUTIONAL PERMITTED USES
IU
IR
Residential uses
Accessory dwelling
X
X
INSTITUTIONAL PERMITTED USES
IU
IR
Accessory dwelling unit
X
X
Non-residential uses
Auditorium
X
X
Day nursery
X
X
Fire hall
X
Health care centre
X
X
Home office
X
X
Municipal office
X
Museum
X
X
Parking lot
X
Place of worship
X
X
Public library
X
Public use
X
X
School
X
X
Urban Agriculture
X
X
Accessory retail store
X
X
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6.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
In an Institutional Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any
structure for any purpose except in accordance with the zone provision
requirements shown in the following table to be applicable in that zone, subject
to any applicable notes in the table.
INSTITUTIONAL ZONE PROVISIONS (See notes at
end of table)
IU
IR
Lot area, minimum
no
minimum
2,040 m2
Lot frontage, minimum
no
minimum
30 m
Dwellings plus accessory dwelling units per lot,
maximum
1
1
Minimum water setback
30 m
(a)
30 m
(a)
Minimum lot line setback, front
7.5 m
13.5 m
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side
7.5 m
13.5 m
Minimum lot line setback, interior side
7.5 m
(b)
10.5 m
(c)
Minimum lot line setback, rear
7.5 m
(b)
10.5 m
(c)
Dwelling unit area, minimum
37 m2
(d)
55 m2
Accessory retail store gross floor area, maximum
percentage of gross floor area of main building
20%
20%
Structure height, maximum
11 m
11 m
Naturalized open space, minimum percentage of lot area
30%
30%
Parking space setback from street line, minimum
1 m
1 m
Parking space setback from lot line, minimum
3 m
(e)
3 m
(e)
Planting strip width, minimum
3 m
(f)
3 m
(f)
Notes:
(a)
If the lot was registered as of March 11, 2004 and has not been altered since,
and a main building was located on the lot on that date, the minimum is 20 m.
(b)
If the subject lot line abuts an Institutional or Commercial Zone, no minimum.
(c)
If the subject lot line abuts an Institutional or Commercial Zone, the minimum is
4.5 m.
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6.3
INSTITUTIONAL EXCEPTION ZONES
6.3.1
IU Exception Zones
6.3.1.1
IU-1 Exception Zone (By-law 00-14)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the IU-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 6.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a commercial school or club, limited to a dance studio
-
a public use.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the IU Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 4.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, west side: 1.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 0.3 metre
-
Naturalized open space, minimum percentage of lot area:
25%
-
Planting strip width, minimum: no minimum
-
Despite Section 3.1(b)(ii) of this By-law, stairways may not
extend more than 3.6 metres into the minimum setback area
abutting the front lot line
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 6.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a IU Zone shall
apply.
6.3.1.2
IU-2 Exception Zone (By-law 07-73)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the IU-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 6.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a parking lot
-
a public park.
(d)
If not a bedsitting dwelling unit, the minimum is 37 m2 plus 13.5 m2 for each
bedroom.
(e)
If the lot line abuts a zone that is not a Residential Zone or a lot with no
residential use, no minimum.
(f)
A planting strip is required only along those parts of an interior side lot line or a
rear lot line that abut a Residential Zone or a lot with a residential use.
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(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the IU Zone, except as follows:
-
Planting strip width, minimum:
0 m
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a IU Zone shall
apply.
6.3.1.3
IU-3 Exception Zone (By-law 2010-25)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the IU-3 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 6.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a business office, limited to businesses enrolled in and
overseen by a "business incubator" programme
-
all other uses permitted by the IU zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
-
lot line setback, minimum: Nil
-
lot line setback, exterior side, minimum:
Nil
-
parking space requirements, minimum: 0
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a IU Zone shall
apply.
6.3.1.4
IU-4 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-33)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the IU-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 6.1 of this by-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
−
a retirement complex, which may include one or more of the
following:
−
residential uses including: single family dwellings; duplex
dwellings, semi-detached dwellings and or medium density
development;
−
an accessory health care centre;
−
an accessory retail store, restricted to use by residents;
−
an accessory personal service shop, restricted to use by
residents;
−
a dining room, restricted to use by residents and their guests.
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(b)
Zone Provisions:
- Dwellings and/or dwelling units per lot: as determined by an approved site
plan
- Minimum lot line setback, front (Wonderland Road): 60 metres
- Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 13.5 metres
- Minimum lot line setback, exterior side (County Road 21): 13.5 metres
- Minimum lot line setback, rear: 13.5 metres
- Structure height, maximum: 12.5 metres
- Accessory retail store, maximum percentage of gross floor area of main
building: 10%
All other zone provisions applicable to the IU Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the IU Zone shall
apply.
6.3.2
IR Exception Zones
6.3.2.1
IR-1 Exception Zone (By-law 80-46)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the IR-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 6.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a public use, limited to a telecommunications equipment
and services building.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the IR Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 1,800 square metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a IR Zone shall
apply.
6.3.2.2
IR-2 Exception Zone (By-law 00-16) (By-law 2022-35)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the IR-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 6.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a museum
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a public park
-
a public use
-
a school.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the IR Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, north-east interior side: 7.0 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, north-west interior side: 50.0 metres
-
Minimum parking area setback, north-west interior side: 52.0
metres
-
Minimum parking area setback, north-east interior side: 29.0
metres
-
Minimum parking area setback, exterior side lot line: 0.3 metres
-
Minimum parking area setback, rear lot line: 44.0 metres
-
Parking space setback, from street line minimum: 0.3 metres.
-
Minimum water setback: 80.0 metres
-
Minimum parking area setback from high water mark: 80.0
metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to the IR Zone
shall apply.
6.3.2.3
IR-3 Exception Zone (By-law 04-112)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the IR-3 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 6.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a telecommunications tower
-
a storage building.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the IR Zone, except as follows:
-
Planting strip width, minimum: 13.5 metres
-
A planting strip is required along all lot lines
-
Despite Section 3.23(a) of this By-law, the planting strip shall
only be interrupted by a driveway, at a location along the front
lot line as determined by an approved entrance permit.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a IR Zone shall
apply.
6.3.2.4
IR-4 Exception Zone (By-law 04-142)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the IR-4 Exception Zone the following
provisions shall apply:
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(a)
Definitions:
For the purposes of Section 6.3.2.4 of this By-law:
-
Despite Section 2.91 of this By-law, the front lot line is the
street line abutting Grass Lake Road
-
a "medical laboratory" is a laboratory limited to the
administering or processing of medical tests ordered or
requested by a licensed human health practitioner.
(b)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 6.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses
are as follows:
-
a clinic
-
a medical laboratory.
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the IR Zone, except as
follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 4.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 4.5 metres.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a IR Zone shall
apply.
6.3.2.5
IR-5 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-08)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the IR-5 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a) Permitted uses:
- All uses permitted by the IR Zone.
(b) Zone Provisions:
− Minimum lot line setback, front:
6.5 metres
− Minimum lot line setback, interior side
1.8 metres
− Street Setback
17 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the IR Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the IR Zone shall
apply.
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Section 7
COMMERCIAL ZONES
Commercial Zones include the following:
General Commercial Zone
C
Highway Commercial Zone
CH
Tourist Commercial Zone
CT
Section 8.2 of this By-law requires certain setbacks for industrial uses from CT Zones
and residential buildings.
7.1
PERMITTED USES
In a Commercial Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any structure
for any purpose except for a use shown by an X in the following table to be a
permitted use in that zone, subject to any applicable notes in the table.
COMMERCIAL PERMITTED USES
C
CH
CT
Residential uses
Dwelling unit in a non-residential building
X
X
Accessory dwelling
X
Accessory dwelling unit
X
Non-residential uses (See notes at end of non-residential uses section)
Auditorium
X
Automobile service station
X (a)
X
Bank
X
X
Business office
X
X
X
Car wash
X (a)
X (a)
Clinic
X
X
Commercial garage
X
Commercial recreation park
X
X
Commercial school or club
X
X
Drive-through restaurant
X
X
Dry cleaning or laundry outlet
X
Farm supply dealer
X
Funeral home
X (a)
X
Garden centre
X
Gasoline/propane retail facility (2011-83)
X (a)
X
Home office
X
X
X
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COMMERCIAL PERMITTED USES
C
CH
CT
Any other home business
X
X
Hotel
X (a)
X
X
Laundromat
X (a)
X (a)
X
Liquor licensed premises
X
X
X
Lodge
X
X
Marina
X
X
Merchandise service shop
X
X
Neighbourhood store
X
X
X
Parking lot
X
Personal service shop
X
X
X
Printing shop
X
X
Private park
X
Professional office
X
X
Public use
X
X
X
Recreational camp
X
Recreational establishment
X
X
X
Restaurant
X
X
X
Retail lumber and building supply establishment
X
Retail store
X
X
X
Self-service storage building
X
Take-out restaurant
X
X
X
Vehicle agency
X (a)
X
Veterinary clinic
X
Accessory retail store
X
X
Open storage
X
X
X
Notes:
(a)
Only if served by a sanitary sewer system.
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7.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
In a Commercial Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any structure
for any purpose except in accordance with the zone provision requirements shown
in the following table to be applicable in that zone, subject to any applicable notes
in the table.
COMMERCIAL ZONE PROVISIONS (See
notes at end of table)
C
CH
CT
Lot area, minimum
no
minimum
2,040 m2
2,040 m2
Lot frontage, minimum
no
minimum
30 m
60 m
Dwelling units per lot, maximum
2
2
not
applicable
Accessory dwellings plus accessory dwelling
units per lot, maximum
not
applicable
not
applicable
1
Minimum water setback
30 m
(a)
30 m
(a)
30 m
(a)
Minimum lot line setback, front
1.5 m
13.5 m
(b)
13.5 m
(b)
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side
1.5 m
13.5 m
(b)
13.5 m
(b)
Minimum lot line setback, interior side
(By-law 2007-34)
no
minimum
(c)
1.5 m
(b), (d)
7.5 m
(b)
Minimum lot line setback, rear
(By-law 2007-34)
7.5 m
(e)
7.5 m
(b)
7.5 m
(b)
Dwelling unit area, minimum
37 m2
(f)
37 m2
(f), (g)
37 m2
(f), (g)
Structure height, maximum
12 m
11 m
11 m
Naturalized open space, minimum percentage
of lot area
no
minimum
20%
30%
Open storage, maximum percentage of lot area
10%
(h)
35%
(h)
10%
(h)
Parking space setback from street line,
minimum
1 m
1 m
1 m
Parking space setback from lot line, minimum
4 m
(i)
3 m
(i)
3 m
(i)
Planting strip width, minimum
3 m
(j)
3 m
(j)
3 m
(j)
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Notes:
(a)
If the lot was registered as of March 11, 2004 and has not been altered since, and
a main building was located on the lot on that date, the minimum is 20 m.
(b)
If a marina that abuts a Residential Zone, the minimum is 30 m.
(c)
If the interior side lot line does not abut an Institutional or Commercial Zone, the
minimum is 7.5 m.
(d)
If the subject lot line abuts a Residential Zone, the minimum is 4.5 m, subject to
note (b) if applicable.
(e)
If the rear lot line abuts a Residential Zone, the minimum is 10.5 m. (2007-34)
(f)
If not a bedsitting dwelling unit, the minimum is 37 m2 plus 13.5 m2 for each
bedroom, subject to note (g) if applicable.
(g)
If an accessory dwelling, the minimum is 55 m2
(h)
If the open storage is accessory to a marina in the CT Zone or to a vehicle agency,
no maximum.
(i)
If the lot line abuts a zone that is not a Residential Zone or a lot with no residential
use, no minimum.
(j)
A planting strip is required only along those parts of an interior side lot line or a
rear lot line that abut a Residential Zone or a lot with a residential use.
7.3
COMMERCIAL EXCEPTION ZONES
7.3.1
C Exception Zones
7.3.1.1
C-1
Exception Zone (By-law 2010-123)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as follows:
− a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
− a business office, restricted to 93 sq. metres
− a clinic, limited to one practitioner
− a home office
− a personal service shop, restricted to 93 sq. metres
− a professional office, restricted to 93 sq. metres
− a retail store, restricted to 93 sq metres
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum:
2630 sq. m
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
54 m
-
Dwelling units per lot, maximum:
8
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Minimum lot line setback, front:
0 m
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side:
0.4 m
-
Dwelling unit area, minimum:
30 sq. metre plus 11 sq.
metres
for
each
bedroom
-
gross floor area for all commercial uses
combined, maximum
93 sq. metres
-
Parking spaces, minimum
− Total (including extra spaces), minimum
− For residential uses, minimum
− For commercial uses, minimum
17
12
5
-
Parking space dimensions, minimum
as shown on the site
plan
-
Parking space setback from street line, minimum: 0 m
-
Parking space setback front lot line, minimum
0 m
-
Parking space setback all other lot lines,
minimum
1 m
-
Planting Strip width, minimum
as shown on the site
plan
-
Street setback, minimum:
9 m
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall apply.
7.3.1.2
C-2 Exception Zone (By-law 86-04)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
an auditorium
-
a bank
-
a business office
-
a clinic
-
a dry cleaning or laundry outlet
-
a home office
-
a hotel
-
a laundromat
-
a merchandise service shop
-
a personal service shop
-
a professional office
-
a public use
-
a restaurant
-
a retail store
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a take-out restaurant
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Dwelling units per lot, maximum: 6
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: no minimum, but
where the interior side lot line does not abut an Institutional
or Commercial Zone, the minimum is 7.3 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: no minimum, but where the
rear lot line does not abut an Institutional or Commercial Zone,
the minimum is 9.2 metres
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 12.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply.
7.3.1.3
C-3 Exception Zone (By-law 86-15)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the C-3 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
an auditorium
-
an automobile service station
-
a bank
-
a business office
-
a clinic
-
a dry cleaning or laundry outlet
-
a gasoline retail facility
-
a home office
-
a hotel
-
a laundromat
-
a liquor licensed premises
-
a merchandise service shop
-
a parking lot
-
a personal service shop
-
a printing shop
-
a professional office
-
a public use
-
a recreational establishment
-
a restaurant
-
a retail store
-
a take-out restaurant
-
a vehicle agency
-
open storage.
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(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side:
0.6 metre
-
Minimum opening elevation:
319.9 metres CGVD28
-
Despite Table 1 of this By-law, the minimum number of
loading spaces is 1.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply.
7.3.1.4
C-4 Exception Zone (By-law 87-15)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-4 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
a bank
-
a business office
-
a clinic
-
a home office
-
a merchandise service shop
-
a parking lot
-
a personal service shop
-
a printing shop
-
a professional office
-
a public use
-
a retail store
-
a vehicle agency
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: no minimum, but
where the interior side lot line does not abut an Institutional
or Commercial Zone, the minimum is 4 metres on one side
and 7 metres on the other side
- Minimum opening elevation: 319.9 metres CGVD28
-
Planting strip width, minimum: 1 metre
-
A planting strip is required along those parts of the interior side
lot line that abut a Residential Zone or a lot with a residential
use
-
A fence may be substituted for the planting strip, as
determined by a site plan agreement
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 16
-
Despite Table 1 of this By-law, the minimum number of
loading spaces is 1.
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(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply
7.3.1.5
C-5 Exception Zone (By-laws 87-32 and 90-28)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-5 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a bank
-
a business office
-
a clinic
-
a dry cleaning or laundry outlet
-
a laundromat
-
a merchandise service shop
-
a parking lot
-
a personal service shop
-
a printing shop
-
a professional office
-
a public use
-
a recreational establishment
-
a restaurant, limited to 33 seats
-
a retail store
-
a take-out restaurant
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 3 metres
-
Planting strip width, minimum: no minimum
-
Minimum opening elevation:
319.9 metres CGVD28
-
Despite Table 1 of this By-law, the minimum number of
loading spaces is 1
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 15.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply.
7.3.1.6
C-6 Exception Zone (By-law 88-43)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-6 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
a business office
-
a home office
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a professional office
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side: 0.39 metre
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: no minimum, but
where the interior side lot line does not abut an Institutional
or Commercial Zone, the minimum is 0.9 metre
-
Planting strip width, minimum: 0.5 metre
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 4.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply.
7.3.1.7
C-7 Exception Zone (By-law 90-25)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-7 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
a home office
-
a merchandise service shop
-
a retail store
-
a small engine repair shop
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Dwelling units per lot, maximum: 1
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: no minimum, but
where the interior side lot line does not abut an Institutional
or Commercial Zone, the minimum is 3 metres on one side
and 7.5 metres on the other side
-
Despite Table 1 of this By-law, the minimum number of
loading spaces is 1
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 5.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply.
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7.3.1.8
C-8 Exception Zone (By-law 96-72)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-8 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
a business office
-
a clinic
-
a home office
-
a merchandise service shop
-
a parking lot
-
a personal service shop
-
a professional office
-
a public use
-
a restaurant
-
a retail store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, west side:
6.4
metres
-
Parking space setback from street line, minimum:
no
minimum.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply.
7.3.1.9
C-9 Exception Zone (By-law 01-01)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-9 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
an auditorium
-
an automobile service station
-
a bank
-
a business office
-
a clinic
-
a funeral home
-
a gasoline retail facility
-
a home office
-
a hotel
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-
a merchandise service shop
-
a parking lot
-
a personal service shop
-
a printing shop
-
a professional office
-
a public use
-
a recreational establishment
-
a restaurant
-
a retail store
-
a take-out restaurant
-
a vehicle agency
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone
shall apply.
7.3.1.10
C-10 Exception Zone (By-laws 89-90 and 90-53)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-10 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
a business office
-
a home office
-
a professional office
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 20.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply.
7.3.1.11
C-11 Exception Zone (By-law 06-74 as amended by By-law 2014-35)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the C-11 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of the By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
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a dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
a business office
-
a hotel
-
a professional office
-
a retail store
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone, except as follows:
-
Dwelling units per lot, maximum: 1
-
Guest rooms per hotel, maximum: 7
-
Parking space requirement, minimum 7 spaces
-
Loading space requirement, minimum 1 space
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply.
7.3.1.12
C-12 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-59, 2016-69)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-12 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the C zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 6.0 metres
-
Load space requirement, minimum: 1 space
-
Parking space requirement, minimum: 3 spaces
-
Street setback from a right of way, minimum: 0 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a C Zone shall
apply.
7.3.1.13
C-13 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-80)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-14 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the C zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 0 metres
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All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the C Zone shall
apply.
7.3.1.14
C-14 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-80)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the C-14 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Definitions
For the purpose of Section 7.3.1.14 the front lot line shall be the
lot line that abuts the easterly limit of Plan 19R-4141.
(b)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the C Zone.
(c)
Zone provisions:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front
11.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear
1.8 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the C Zone.
(d)
All other provisions of this By- law as applicable to the C zone shall apply.
7.3.2
CH Exception Zones
7.3.2.1
CH-1 Exception Zone (By-law 85-26)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the CH-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a small engine repair shop
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 4.5 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply.
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7.3.2.2
CH-2 Exception Zone (By-law 89-22)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the CH-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
an automobile service station
-
a commercial garage
-
a farm supply dealer
-
a gasoline retail facility
-
a guest cabin
-
a home business
-
a hotel
-
a neighbourhood store
-
a public use
-
a recreational establishment
-
a restaurant
-
a retail lumber and building supply establishment
-
a retail store
-
a take-out restaurant
-
a vehicle agency
-
an accessory retail store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side:
3.6 metres.
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 5.1 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply.
7.3.2.3
CH-3 Exception Zone (By-law 89-33)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the CH-3 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a home business
-
a neighbourhood store
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a public use
-
a retail store
-
a take-out restaurant
-
an accessory retail store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 1,600 square metres
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 18.5 square metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side:
no minimum
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 3 metres
-
Parking space setback from street line, minimum:
no
minimum
-
Parking space setback from lot line, minimum:
no
minimum.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply.
7.3.2.4
CH-4 Exception Zone (By-law 89-69)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the CH-4 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a business office
-
a home business
-
a neighbourhood store
-
a personal service shop
-
a private park
-
a public use
-
a retail store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 7.5 metres.
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side:
4.5 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply.
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7.3.2.5
CH-5 Exception Zone (By-law 89-78)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the CH-5 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
a retail bait store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 9 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 6 metres
-
Parking space setback from street line, minimum:
no
minimum
-
Parking space setback from lot line, minimum: no minimum
-
Planting strip width, minimum: no minimum.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply:
7.3.2.6
CH-6 Exception Zone (By-law 90-16)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the CH-6 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a professional office
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply.
7.3.2.7
CH-7 Exception Zone (By-law 90-33)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the CH-7 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a veterinary clinic
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
-
Planting strip width, minimum: 13.5 metres
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 8.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply.
7.3.2.8
CH-8 Exception Zone (By-law 10-108)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the CH-8 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a business office
-
a retail store
-
a small engine repair shop
-
a vehicle agency
-
a woodworking shop
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front:
accessory buildings and structures: 4.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side:
Accessory buildings and structures: 4.5 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply.
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7.3.2.9
CH-9 Exception Zone (By-law 97-41)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the CH-9 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a business office
-
a professional office
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 149.32 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply.
7.3.2.10
CH-10 Exception Zone (By-law 98-31)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the CH-10 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purposes of Section 7.3.2.10 of this By-law:
-
despite Section 2.148 of this By-law, retail sale at a retail
store includes sale by auction.
(b)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a retail store
-
a self-service storage building
-
open storage.
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
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(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.11
CH-11 Exception Zone (By-law 99-33)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-11 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
a professional office
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 11 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, west side: 3 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, east
side:
10.5
metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.12
CH-12 Exception Zone (By-law 00-78)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-12 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
a business office
-
a restaurant
-
a retail store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, and
subject to Section 3.17 of this By-law, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum:
10 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
275 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
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7.3.2.13
CH-13 Exception Zone (By-law 01-98)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-13 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a business office
-
a home business
-
a marina
-
a personal service shop
-
a private park
-
a public use
-
a retail lumber and building supply establishment
-
a retail store
-
a vehicle agency
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.14
CH-14 Exception Zone (By-law 01-98)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-14 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an automobile service station
-
a business office
-
a commercial garage
-
a laundromat
-
a marina
-
a personal service shop
-
a private park
-
a public use
-
a retail lumber and building supply establishment
-
a retail store
-
a vehicle agency
-
open storage.
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(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.15
CH-15 Exception Zone (By-law 01-98)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-15 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an automobile service station
-
a business office
-
a commercial garage
-
a marina
-
a personal service shop
-
a private park
-
a public use
-
a retail lumber and building supply establishment
-
a retail store
-
a vehicle agency
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.16
CH-16 Exception Zone (By-law 02-135)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-16 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a business office
-
a home business
-
a personal service shop
-
a retail store
-
open storage.
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(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.17
CH-17 Exception Zone (By-law 03-70)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-17 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
open storage of boats.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.18
CH-18 Exception Zone (By-law 2006-46)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the CH-18
Exception Zone the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of By-law 2005-120, as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
a retail store.
-
a take-out restaurant.
-
a self-service storage building.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH zone except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 1650 sq. metres.
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 18 metres.
-
Dwellings units per lot, maximum: 0.
-
Take-out restaurant: 10 sq. metres
-
Storage of vehicles:
-
Vehicles, without vehicle permits shall
not be located on the subject lands unless
stored within a self- service storage
building.
-
No motor vehicle, as defined by the Highway
Traffic Act, shall be parked on the subject
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lands unless the motor vehicle is used in
connection with one or more permitted uses
on the subject lands.
-
The total number of commercial motor
vehicles, as defined by the Highway Traffic
Act, parked on the subject lands for more
than 24 hours at one time shall not exceed
one.
-
No commercial motor vehicle, as defined by
the Highway Traffic Act, and with a rated
capacity of more than 908 kilograms shall
be parked the subject lands for more than
24 hours.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
zone shall apply.
7.3.2.19
CH-19 Exception Zone (By-law 2006-90)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of By-law 2005-120 as amended, within the CH-19
Exception Zone the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of By-law 2005-120 as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
a home business
-
a home occupation
-
a self storage building.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH zone and the following:
-
Storage of vehicles:
- Vehicles, without vehicle permits shall not be
located on the subject lands unless stored
within a self-service storage building.
-
No motor vehicle, as defined by the Highway
Traffic Act, shall be parked on the subject
lands unless the motor vehicle is used in
connection with one or more permitted uses
on the subject lands.
-
The total number of commercial motor
vehicles, as defined by the Highway Traffic
Act, parked on the subject lands for more
than 24 hours at one time shall not exceed
one.
-
No commercial motor vehicle, as defined by
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the Highway Traffic Act, and with a rated
capacity of more than 908 kilograms shall
be parked the subject lands for more than
24 hours.
(c)
All other provisions of By-law 2005-120 as amended,
as applicable to a CH zone shall apply.
7.3.2.20
CH-20 Exception Zone (By-law 2007-77)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of By-law 2005-120 as amended, within the CH-20
Exception Zone the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of By-law 2005-120 as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
a marina
-
a vehicle agency
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH zone.
(c)
All other provisions of By-law 2005-120 as amended,
as applicable to a CH zone shall apply.
7.3.2.21
CH-21 Exception Zone (By-law 2008-14)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the CH-21
Exception Zone the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of By-law 2005-120, as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling;
-
all other uses permitted in the CH zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH zone except as follows:
-
accessory dwelling per lot, maximum: 1
-
minimum lot line setback, interior side: 3.5 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
zone shall apply.
7.3.2.22
CH-22 Exception Zone (By-law 2010-67)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of By-law 2005-120 as amended, within the CH-22
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Exception Zone the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law 2005-120 as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
a business office
-
merchandise service shop
-
a retail store
-
a self-service storage building.
Residential uses and agricultural uses are not
permitted uses in the CH-22 zone.
Open storage is not a permitted use in the CH-22 zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH zone except as follows:
Minimum lot line setback, front:
-
existing building (per 2010 site plan): 6.5 metres
-
all other buildings: 13.5 metres
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side:
-
existing building (per 2010 site plan): 6.5 metres
-
all other buildings: 13.5 metres
Open storage, maximum percentage of lot: 0%
(c)
All other provisions of By-law 2005-120 as
amended, as applicable to a CH zone shall apply.
7.3.2.23
CH-23 Exception Zone (By-law 2010-79)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of By-law 2005-120 as amended, within the CH-23
Exception Zone the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law 2005-120 as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
a business office
-
a garden centre
-
a retail store
-
open storage
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH zone except as follows:
-
accessory dwellings per lot, maximum:
1
-
planting strip width, minimum:
0 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH
zone shall apply.
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7.3.2.24
CH-24 Exception Zone (By-law 2010-121)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of By-law 2005-120 as amended, within the CH-24
Exception Zone the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of By-law 2005-120 as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
a business office
-
a clinic
-
a commercial school or club
-
a garden centre
-
a marina
-
a merchandize service shop
-
a personal service shop
-
a printing shop
-
a professional office
-
a public use
-
a recreational establishment
-
a retail store
-
a self service storage building
-
a vehicle agency
-
open storage
(b)
All zone provisions applicable to the CH zone shall apply.
(c)
All other provisions of By-law 2005-120 as amended, as
applicable to a CH zone shall apply.
7.3.2.25
CH-25 Exception Zone (By-law 2010-125)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the CH-25
Exception Zone the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of By-law 2005-120, as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
a business office
-
a garden centre
-
a retail store
-
open storage
(b)
Zone provisions:
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All zone provisions applicable to the CH zone shall apply.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a
CH zone shall apply.
7.3.2.26
CH-26 Exception Zone (By-law 2011-126)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-26 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
boat storage building;
-
business office;
-
merchandise service shop;
-
retail store;
-
open storage, including the open storage of boats; and
-
self-service storage building.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.27
CH-27 Exception Zone (By-law 2012-26, 2015-61, 2019-55)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-27 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
Agriculture, Heritage and Resource Education Centre: means a
business, which is operated for the purposes of implementing,
demonstrating, training and supporting sustainable community
values including: local food initiatives, arts, culture, and heritage
initiatives; renewable energy initiatives; as well as, tourism
initiatives focused on these activities.
(b)
Permitted uses:
-
an agriculture, heritage and resource education centre;
-
an auditorium;
-
a brewery;
-
a business office;
-
a farm;
-
a farm produce outlet;
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a farm supply outlet;
-
a garden centre;
-
a hotel;
-
a lodge;
-
a merchandise service shop;
-
a personal service shop;
-
an office;
-
open storage;
-
private park;
-
a restaurant; and
-
a retail store, which may include processing of
agricultural products.
(c)
Permitted structures:
-
Corrugated Steel Structure
(d)
Zone provisions:
-
Lot Frontage, minimum:
20 metres
(e)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.28
CH-28 Exception Zone (By-law 2012-27)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-28 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a business office
-
a car wash;
-
a retail store;
-
open storage; and
-
self-service storage buildings.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a CH Zone shall
apply.
7.3.2.29
CH-29 Exception Zone (By-law 2012-71)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-29 Exception Zone, the
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following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a drive-though restaurant.
-
a restaurant
(b)
Zone provisions:
- Minimum lot line setback, front:
9.6 metres
- Street setback, minimum
25.5
- Parking space width, minimum:
2.75 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.30
CH-30 Exception Zone (By-law 2012-58)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-30 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
a business office
-
a clinic
-
a commercial school or club
-
a garden centre
-
a marina
-
a merchandize service shop
-
a personal service shop
-
a printing shop
-
a professional office
-
a public use
-
a recreational establishment
-
a retail store
-
a self service storage building
-
a vehicle agency
-
open storage
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a
CH Zone shall apply.
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7.3.2.31
CH-31 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-20)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-31 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
accessory retail store, limited to the operation
of a micro- brewery business office
-
micro-brewery
-
storage buildings
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone and the following:
-
dwelling units:
0
-
parking space requirements:
5 spaces
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the CH Zone shall
apply.
7.3.2.32
CH-32 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-09)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-32 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a workshop for the preparation of health, food,
beauty and wellness products;
-
a retail store accessory to said workshop;
-
open storage;
-
a personal service shop.
(b)
Zone provisions:
-
structure height, maximum
12.0 metres
All other zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a CH
Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.33
CH-33 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-38)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-33 Exception Zone, the
following provision shall apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
-
boat storage facility
-
self-service storage building
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone and the following:
-
Minimum lot line
13.5 metres setback,
interior side
-
Planting strip
a planting strip is required along the front,
and east interior side lot line
-
Planting strip width
3 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the CH Zone shall
apply.
7.3.2.34
CH-34 Exception Zone (By-law 2021-04)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-34 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
- Bank
- Business Office
- Clinic
- Home Office
- Professional Office
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the Highway Commercial (CH) Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the Highway
Commercial (CH) Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.35
CH-35 Exception Zone (By-law 2021-86)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-35 Exception Zone, the
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following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
- a self-servicing storage building
- an accessory dwelling unit
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except as follows:
- Accessory dwellings plus accessory dwelling unit per lot, maximum: 1
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the
Highway Commercial (CH) Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.36
CH-36 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-87)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purposes of Section 7.3.2.36 of this By-law:
-
a "boat" is a vessel as defined in the Canada
Shipping Act.
(b)
Permitted Uses:
-
a medium density dwelling
-
dwelling unit in a non-residential building
-
bank
-
business office
-
clinic
-
home office
-
any other home business
-
merchandise service shop
-
neighbourhood store
-
parking lot
-
personal service shop
-
private park
-
professional office
-
restaurant
-
take-out restaurant
-
retail store
-
veterinary clinic
-
accessory retail store
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Despite Section 3.1(b) (iii) of this By-law, no deck or patio is permitted
within the water setback from Grass Lake or the setback from the upland
wetland.
No boat may be parked or stored within the water setback from Grass
Lake or the setback from the upland wetland.
(c)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH zone, except
as follows:
-
Dwelling units per lot, maximum: 35
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of parking
spaces is 1.5 spaces per dwelling unit.
-
Maximum number of parking spaces: 2 spaces per dwelling unit.
-
Minimum lot line setback, east interior side: 7.5 metres.
-
Shoreline vegetation buffer width to the high water mark of Grass
Lake, minimum: 30.0 metres
-
Setback from upland wetland, minimum: 30.0 metres
All provisions of this By-law applicable to a water setback, shall also
apply to the setback from the upland wetland.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH Zone shall apply.
7.3.2.37
CH-37 Exception Zone (By-law 2024-07)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
- Open storage
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone:
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the
CH Zone shall apply.
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7.3.2.38
H- CH-38 Exception Zone (By-law 2025-95)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 6, or any
provision of the By-law, withing the CH-38 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the CH Zone, including:
Day Nursery which shall be in effect for a period of
three (3) years from the date of passing of this By-law
at which time the use is extended or lapses.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the CH Zone shall
apply.
7.3.2.39
H- CH-39 Exception Zone (By-law 2025-93)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CH-39 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the CH Zone, except as follows:
- Freight container used for the purpose of an office building
- Freight containers uses for the purpose of a storage dome
structure.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CH Zone, except
as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 6.4 metres for the office
structure
-
Minimum lot lien setback, front: 0 metres for the wood storage
structure
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 0 metres for the concrete
storage structure
-
Street setback, minimum: 24 metres to office structure
-
Street setback, minimum: 16 metres to wood structure
-
Street setback, minimum: 16 metres to concrete storage
structure
-
Despite section 3.1 (i) (ii) open storage to be permitted in the
minimum setback of a front yard
-
Despite section 3.1 (i) (iii) open storage to be permitted in the
front yard and interior side yard, north side
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Contained outdoor storage is permitted subject to the
provisions outlined in section 3.5
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CH zone shall
apply.
7.3.3
CT Exception Zones
7.3.3.1
CT-1 Exception Zone (tourist camps)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-1 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
a tourist camp
-
a commercial use accessory to a tourist camp
-
a recreational use accessory to a tourist camp
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, and the following:
-
Camp lot setback from street line, minimum: 15 metres
-
Camp lot setback from Residential
Zone boundary,
minimum: 30 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.2
CT-2 Exception Zone (By-law 82-15)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-2 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a mobile home
-
a business office
-
a dining hall
-
a home business
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a hotel
-
a lodge
-
a maintenance garage
-
a recreation hall
-
a resort
-
a retail store
-
a storage building
-
a tourist establishment
-
open storage
-
a gasoline/propane retail facility.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, and the following:
-
Mobile homes per lot, maximum: 1.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.3
CT-3 Exception Zone (By-law 90-39)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-3 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
a rental cabin
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 48 metres
-
Rental cabins per lot, maximum: 3.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.4
CT-4 Exception Zone (By-law 92-46)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-4 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a business office
-
a home business
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a marina
-
a neighbourhood store
-
a personal service shop
-
a recreational establishment
-
a retail store
-
a take-out restaurant
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 31 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, front, marina: no minimum
-
Minimum lot line setback, front, other uses: 13.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 0.9 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 0.9 metres
-
Naturalized open space, minimum percentage
of lot area: no minimum
-
Planting strip width, minimum: no minimum
-
Section 3.22 of this By-law does not apply.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.5
CT-5 Exception Zone (By-law 93-26)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-5 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a boat storage building
-
a business office
-
a parking lot
-
a rental cabin
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT Zone shall apply.
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7.3.3.6
CT-6 Exception Zone (By-law 95-54)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-6 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the CT Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front, accessory
dwelling: 10.6 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.7
CT-7 Exception Zone (By-law 96-10)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-7 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purposes of Section 7.3.3.7 of this By-law:
-
despite Section 2.93 of this By-law, the rear lot line is the
street line abutting Christine Crescent.
(b)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a private park
-
a resort, which is the main use
-
a restaurant
-
open storage.
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 16.5 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 677.5 metres
-
Accessory dwelling units per lot, maximum: 4
-
Guest suites per lot, maximum: 92
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 45.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 45.5 metres
-
Guest unit gross floor area, minimum: 25 square metres
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Planting strip width, minimum: 30 metres
-
A planting strip is required along the north interior
side lot line, and those parts of the rear lot line that
abut Christine Crescent
-
Neither liquor licensed premises nor a casino is
permitted in the resort
-
Any accessory retail store, personal service shop,
or laundromat in the resort is for the exclusive use
of resort guests and persons invited by them, and
resort staff
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum
number of parking spaces is 1 for each accessory
dwelling unit, 1 for each guest unit, and 1 for each
4 persons that may be legally accommodated at
one time in the restaurant.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.8
CT-8 Exception Zone (By-law 98-74)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-8 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
a commercial recreation park
-
a retail store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, except as follows:
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum
number of parking spaces is 10 for each 9
miniature golf course holes, 6 for each 5 driving
range tees, and 1 for each 20 square metres of
retail store gross floor area.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.9
CT-9 Exception Zone (By-laws 99-43 and 04-84)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-9 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
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uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a home business
-
a private park
-
a public use
-
a retail store
-
a riding stable
-
a take-out restaurant
-
a tourist outfitters establishment
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum water setback: 30 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 9.5 metres
-
Building setback from dwelling on another lot,
minimum: 61 metres
-
Planting strip width, interior side lot line,
minimum:
3
metres
-
Planting strip width, high water mark, minimum: 15 metres
-
A planting strip is required along the interior side
lot line and the high water mark of Benoir Lake.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.10
CT-10 Exception Zone (By-law 99-16)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-10 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purposes of Section 7.3.3.10 of this By-law:
-
a "boat" is a power-driven vessel.
(b)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
a resort
-
open storage.
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 1.9 hectares
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Lot frontage, minimum: 150 metres
-
Guest cabins per lot, maximum: 6
-
Total guest units and guest rooms per lot, maximum: 6
-
Total accessory buildings per lot, maximum: 2
-
Guest cabin gross floor area, maximum: 140 square metres
-
Total gross floor area of all accessory buildings,
maximum: 140 square metres
-
Accessory building structure height, maximum:
5 metres
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum
number of parking spaces is 2 for each accessory
dwelling unit and 2 for each guest cabin
-
Despite Section 3.22(h) of this By-law, none of the
minimum number of parking spaces may be
provided as boat parking spaces, but a maximum
of 6 boat parking spaces may be provided subject
to the requirements of Section 3.22(h)
-
No boat shall be docked on the lot or in the LR Zone
abutting the lot except in a boat parking space
-
No boat shall be stored on the lot except in a boat storage
building.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.11
CT-11 Exception Zone (By-law 00-112)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-11 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a parking lot
-
a restaurant
-
a retail store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone, except as follows:
-
Building setback from EP Zone boundary,
minimum: 20 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.12
CT-12 Exception Zone (By-law 04-27)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-12 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 7.1 of this By-law, the only permitted
uses are as follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a home business
-
a private park
-
a retail store
-
a riding stable
-
a recreational camp
-
a take-out restaurant
-
a tourist outfitters establishment
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
7.3.3.13
CT-13 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-44)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-13 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
dog sled tour business
-
horseback riding business
-
accessory restaurant, limited to patrons of the
dog sled tour business and the horseback riding
tour business
-
accessory retail store, limited to the operation of
a dog sled tour business and a horseback riding
tour business.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the CT Zone and the following.
-
accessory dwelling and
0
accessory dwelling units per lot
-
naturalized open space, minimum
90%
-
parking space requirements, minimum 10 spaces
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a CT
Zone shall apply.
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7.3.3.14
CT-14 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-101)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 7, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the CT-14 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
An equestrian business
-
A business office and welcome centre
-
A retail store
-
A restaurant
(b)
Zone provisions:
All other zone provisions applicable to the CT zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a
CT Zone shall apply.
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Section 8
INDUSTRIAL ZONES
Industrial Zones include the following:
General Industrial Zone
M
Extractive Industrial Zone
MX
Disposal Industrial Zone
MD
8.1
PERMITTED USES
In an Industrial Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any structure
for any purpose except for a use shown by an X in the following table to be a
permitted use in that zone, subject to any applicable notes in the table.
INDUSTRIAL PERMITTED USES
M
MX
MD
Residential uses
Accessory dwelling
X
Non-residential uses
Body shop
X
Business office
X
Commercial garage
X
Contractor's yard
X
Dairy
X
Drive-through restaurant
X
Farm excluding any building or structure (2011-83)
X
Farm supply dealer
X
Firewood processing operation
X
X
Forest products mill
X
Forestry use, excluding any building or structure
(2011-83)
X
Fuel storage tank
X
Home office
X
Liquor licensed premises
X
Lumber storage yard
X
Machine shop
X
Manufacturing plant
X
Marina
X
Merchandise service shop
X
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INDUSTRIAL PERMITTED USES
M
MX
MD
Mine
X
Parking lot
X
Pit
X
Printing shop
X
Processing plant
X
Public use
X
X
Quarry
X
Restaurant
X
Retail lumber and building supply establishment
X
Salvage yard
X
Self-service storage building
X
Sewage treatment facility
X
Take-out restaurant
X
Transportation terminal
X
Vehicle agency
X
Warehouse
X
Waste disposal site
X
Accessory retail store
X
Open storage
X
X
X
8.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
In an Industrial Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any structure
for any purpose except in accordance with the zone provision requirements shown
in the following table to be applicable in that zone, subject to any applicable notes
in the table.
INDUSTRIAL ZONE PROVISIONS (See notes
at end of table)
M
MX
MD
Lot area, minimum
2,040 m2
no minimum
no minimum
Lot frontage, minimum
no
minimum
no minimum
no minimum
Dwellings per lot, maximum
1
not
applicable
not
applicable
Minimum water setback
30 m
(a)
30 m
(a)
30 m
(a)
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INDUSTRIAL ZONE PROVISIONS (See notes
at end of table)
M
MX
MD
Minimum lot line setback, front
15 m
(b)
30 m
30 m
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side
15 m
(b)
30 m
30 m
Minimum lot line setback, interior side
7.5 m
(c)
15 m
(d), (e)
15 m
(d)
Minimum lot line setback, rear
7.5 m
(c)
15 m
(d), (e)
15 m
(d)
Pit or quarry excavation setback from lot line,
minimum
not
applicabl
e
15 m
(f)
not
applicable
Washing, screening, sorting, and crushing
operation at a pit or quarry, setback from lot
line, minimum
not
applicabl
e
30 m
(g)
not
applicable
Lot coverage, maximum
20%
no
maximum
no
maximum
Dwelling unit area, minimum
55 m2
not
applicable
not
applicable
Accessory retail store gross floor area,
maximum percentage of gross floor area of
main building
20%
not
applicable
not
applicable
Naturalized open space, minimum percentage
of lot area
10%
no minimum
no minimum
Open storage, maximum percentage of lot area
30%
(h)
no
maximum
no
maximum
Parking space setback from street line,
minimum
1 m
1 m
1 m
Parking space setback from lot line, minimum
3 m
(i)
3 m
(i)
3 m
(i)
Planting strip width, minimum
3 m
(j)
15 m
(k), (l)
3 m
(j), (m)
Notes:
(a)
If the lot was registered as of March 11, 2004 and has not been altered since,
and a main building was located on the lot on that date, the minimum is 20 m.
(b)
If the subject lot line abuts a zone that is not an Industrial Zone, the minimum is
24 m, plus 0.5 m for each 0.5 m by which structure height exceeds 12.5 m.
(c)
If the subject lot line abuts a zone that is not an Industrial Zone, the minimum is
15 m, plus 0.5 m for each 0.5 m by which the greatest structure height on the lot
exceeds 12.5 m.
(d)
If the subject lot line abuts a zone that is not an Industrial Zone, the minimum is
30 m.
(e)
If the subject lot line abuts an MX Zone, there is no minimum.
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INDUSTRIAL ZONE PROVISIONS (See notes
at end of table)
M
MX
MD
(f)
If the subject lot line is a street line or abuts a Residential Zone or a lot with a
residential use, the minimum is 30 m.
(g)
If the subject lot line abuts a Residential Zone or a lot with a residential use, the
minimum is 210 m.
(h)
Or, twice the ground floor area of the main building, whichever is less.
(i)
If the lot line abuts a zone that is not a Residential Zone or a lot with no
residential use, no minimum.
(j)
A planting strip is required only along those parts of a lot line that abut a
Residential Zone or a lot with a residential use, subject to note (m) if applicable.
(k)
A planting strip is required only along those parts of a lot line that do not abut an
Industrial Zone or abut a street line.
(l)
Or the width of the applicable minimum lot line setback, whichever is less.
(m)
A planting strip is required along those parts of a street line where there is a lot
with a residential use directly across the street allowance.
8.3
INDUSTRIAL EXCEPTION ZONES
8.3.1
M Exception Zones
8.3.1.1
M-1 Exception Zone (By-law 89-51)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the M-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 8.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a contractor's yard
-
a forest products mill
-
a fuel storage tank
-
a lumber storage yard
-
a machine shop
-
a manufacturing plant
-
a municipal or provincial garage and storage yard
-
a processing plant
-
a storage building
-
a transportation terminal
-
a warehouse
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the M Zone, except as follows:
-
Wholesale sale accessory to any permitted use is permitted.
-
Retail sale accessory to any permitted use is not permitted.
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(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a M Zone shall
apply.
8.3.1.2
M-2 Exception Zone (By-law 90-13)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the M-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 8.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
a cabinet-making shop
-
a carpentry shop
-
a manufacturing plant
-
a merchandise service shop
-
a public use
-
an upholstery shop
-
an accessory retail store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the M Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 15 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 5 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a M Zone shall
apply.
8.3.1.3
M-3 Exception Zone (By-law 90-52)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the M-3 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the M Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the M Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 6 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a M Zone shall
apply.
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8.3.1.4
M-4 Exception Zone (By-law 91-70A)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the M-4 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All permitted uses in the M Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the M Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, east side:
5.88
metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a M Zone shall
apply.
8.3.1.5
M-5 Exception Zone (By-law 92-35)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the M-5 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 8.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling
-
a woodworking shop
-
an accessory retail store
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the M Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front, residential uses: 10.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, front, non-residential uses: 24
metres, plus 0.5 metre for each 0.5 metre by which structure
height exceeds 12.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side, residential uses:
0.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side, non-residential uses:
24 metres, plus 0.5 metre for each 0.5 metre by which
structure height exceeds 12.5 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a M Zone shall
apply.
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8.3.1.6
M-6 Exception Zone (By-law 00-113)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the M-6 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 8.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a business office
-
a contractor's yard
-
a machine shop
-
a manufacturing plant
-
a professional office
-
a retail lumber and building supply establishment
-
a restaurant
-
a self-service storage building
-
a warehouse
-
an accessory retail store
-
open storage
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the M Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a M Zone shall
apply.
8.3.1.7
M-7 Exception Zone (By-laws 08-53 and 09-82)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the M-7 Exception Zone the following
provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 8.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
an energy generating plant
-
a forest products mill
-
open storage
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the M Zone, except as follows:
-
Accessory dwelling units per lot, maximum: 1
-
Minimum lot line setback, front:
60 metres
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Minimum setback distance, any building or structure, from a
private right of way: 30 metres
-
Parking space setback from street line, minimum:
60
metres
-
Parking space setback from lot line, minimum:
60 metres
-
Planting strip location:
- a planting strip is required along the front lot
- a planting strip is required along any private right of way
-
Planting strip width, minimum
-
Front lot line: 60 metres
-
Private right of way: 30 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a M Zone
shall apply.
8.3.1.8
M-8 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-09) (By-law 2025-23)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the M-8 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
- a manufacturing plant
- a processing plant
(b)
Zone Provisions:
Lot area minimum:
7.5 hectares
Lot frontage minimum:
330 metres
Total combined ground floor area of
4,354 sq. metres
all buildings, maximum:
All zone provisions applicable to the M Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the M Zone
shall apply.
8.3.1.9
M-9 Exception Zone (By-law 2020-61)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the M-9 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the General Industrial (M) Zone to include:
-
Recreational Dance Studio.
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(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the General Industrial (M) Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the General Industrial
(M) Zone shall apply.
8.3.1.10 M-10 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-85)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the M-10 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the General Industrial (M) Zone.
(b) Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the General Industrial (M) Zone exempt
as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side:
8.1 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to the General
Industrial (M) zone shall apply.
8.3.1.11 M-11 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-110)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the M Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 8.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
Accessory dwelling
-
Accessory retail store
-
Business office
-
Commercial garage
-
Contractors Yard
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(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the M zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear:
10.0 metres.
-
Lot frontage, minimum of 0.0 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to the General
Industrial (M) zone shall apply.
8.3.1
MX Exception Zones
8.3.1.11
MX-1 Exception Zone (By-law 01-16)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the MX-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 8.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a forest products mill
-
a pit
-
a public use
-
open storage.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the MX Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a MX Zone
shall apply.
8.3.1.12
MX-2 Exception Zone (By-law 2019-76)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the MX-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
commercial garage
-
all uses as permitted in the MX zone.
(b)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the MX Zone
shall apply.
8.3.2
MD Exception Zones
8.3.2.11
MD-1 Exception Zone (By-law 2007-109)
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Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 8, or any other provision
of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the MD-1 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 8.1 of By-law 2005-120, as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
a salvage yard.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the MD zone except as follows:
-
Lot area, maximum: 1.4 ha
-
Lot frontage, minimum: Not applicable
-
Planting strip width, minimum: 3 m. However, the width is 0
m, if the planting strip required by the adjacent RUI-5 zone
is established along the zone boundary of the MD-1 zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a MD zone shall
apply.
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Section 9
RURAL ZONES
Rural Zones include the following:
Explanatory note re purpose:
Rural Type 1 Zone
RU1
20 ha lot area, full range of rural uses
Rural Type 1L Zone
RU1L
20 ha lot area, limited range of rural
uses, limited services (no public road)
Rural Type 2 Zone
RU2
12 ha lot area, lake backlot, limited
range of rural uses
Rural Type 3 Zone
RU3
20 ha lot area, major recreational uses
only
Section 8.2 of this By-law requires certain setbacks for industrial uses from residential
buildings.
9.1
PERMITTED USES
In a Rural Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any structure
for any purpose except for a use shown by an X in the following table to be a
permitted use in that zone, subject to any applicable notes in the table.
RURAL PERMITTED USES
RU1
RU1L
RU2
RU3
Residential uses (See notes at end of residential uses section)
Duplex dwelling
X
X
Semi detached dwelling
X
X
Single-family dwelling
X
X
Seasonal dwelling
X
Additional dwelling unit
X
X
Private cabin
X (a)
X (a)
X
Yurt
X
X
X
X
Accessory dwelling
X
X
Notes:
(a)
Permitted as a principal residential use subject to minimum setback of 30 m
from improved street.
Non-residential uses
Bed and breakfast establishment
X
X
Cemetery
X
Conservation use
X
X
X
Hobby farm
X
X
X
Any other farm
X
X
Farm produce outlet
X
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RURAL PERMITTED USES
RU1
RU1L
RU2
RU3
Firewood processing operation
X
X
Fish and wildlife use
X
X
X
Forestry use, excluding a forest products mill
X
X
X
Golf course
X
Home office
X
X
X
X
Any other home business
X
X
X
Home industry
X
X
X
Outdoor sauna
X
X
X
Private park
X
X
Public use
X
X
X
X
Ski area
X
Wayside pit or quarry
X
9.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
In a Rural Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any structure
for any purpose except in accordance with the zone provision requirements shown
in the following table to be applicable in that zone, subject to any applicable notes
in the table.
RURAL ZONE PROVISIONS (See
notes at end of table)
RU1
RU1L
RU2
RU3
Lot area, minimum
20 ha
20 ha
12 ha
20 ha
Lot frontage, minimum
180 m
180 m
100 m
180 m
Dwellings per lot, maximum
1
1
1
1
Additional dwelling units per lot,
maximum
1
0
1
0
Private cabins per lot, maximum
1
1
1
1
Minimum water setback
30 m
(a)
30 m
(a)
30 m
(a)
30 m
(a)
Minimum lot line setback, front (By-law
2007-34)
13.5 m
(b)
13.5 m
(b)
30 m
13.5 m
(b)
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side
13.5 m
13.5 m
13.5 m
13.5 m
Minimum lot line setback, interior side
4.5 m
4.5 m
4.5 m
4.5 m
Minimum lot line setback, rear
9 m
9 m
9 m
9 m
Golf course or ski area setback from
zone boundary, minimum
100 m(c)
100 m
(c)
not
applicable
100 m
(c)
Golf course or ski area setback from
high water mark, minimum
100 m
100 m
not
applicable
100 m
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RURAL ZONE PROVISIONS (See
notes at end of table)
RU1
RU1L
RU2
RU3
Lot coverage, maximum
10%
10%
10%
10%
Dwelling unit area, minimum
no
minimum
no
minimum
no
minimum
no
minimum
Parking space setback from street line,
minimum
1 m
1 m
1 m
1 m
Parking space setback from lot line,
minimum
3 m
(d)
3 m
(d)
3 m
(d)
3 m
(d)
Planting strip width, minimum
3 m
(e)
3 m
(e)
3 m
(e)
3 m
(e)
Notes:
(a)
If the lot was registered as of March 11, 2004 and has not been altered since, and
a main building was located on the lot on that date, the minimum is 20 m.
(b)
If the front lot line is a shoreline, no minimum, except where the original shoreline
road allowance is occupied by an improved street, but the minimum water setbacks
still apply.
(c)
If the zone boundary abuts a zone that is not a WR Zone, no minimum.
(d)
If the lot line abuts a zone that is not a Residential Zone or a lot with no residential
use, no minimum.
(e)
A planting strip is required only along those parts of an interior side lot line or a
rear lot line that abut a Residential Zone or a lot with a residential use.
9.3
OTHER PROVISIONS (By-law 2007-34, 2017-69)
(a)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, a seasonal dwelling in the RU1L
Zone may be occupied as a principal residence, where on or after July 11,
1977, Council has issued a Certificate of Occupancy in accordance with
the
Planning
Act,
provided
the
dwelling
conforms
with the
definition of a single-family dwelling.
(b)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, if a lot in the RU1L Zone gains
direct access to a fully maintained street as a result of a by-law of the
Municipality assuming that street, all permitted uses in the RU1 Zone are
permitted on that lot.
9.4
RURAL EXCEPTION ZONES
9.4.1
RU1 Exception Zones
9.4.1.1
RU1-1 Exception Zone (By-law 95-16)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a single-family dwelling
-
a farm
-
a farm produce outlet
-
a home business
-
a home industry.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 9 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 82 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU1 Zone shall
apply.
9.4.1.2
RU1-2 Exception Zone (By-law 00-78)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-2 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a single-family dwelling
-
a private cabin
-
a home business
-
a maple sugar bush operation.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 10 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 275 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU1 Zone shall
apply.
9.4.1.3
RU1-3 Exception Zone (By-law 04-30)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-3 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
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a single-family dwelling
-
a private cabin
-
a farm, excluding a commercial livestock operation
-
a farm produce outlet
-
a forestry use, excluding a forest products mill
-
a home business
-
a home industry
-
a luge area
-
a private park
-
a public use.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum water setback: 30 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, single-family
dwelling: 9 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, other buildings with
sanitary facilities: 30 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side, other buildings
without sanitary facilities: 15 metres
-
Parking space setback from side lot line, minimum: 30
metres
-
Luge track setback from side lot line, minimum: 20 metres
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, the minimum number of
parking spaces is 50.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU1 Zone shall
apply.
9.4.1.4
RU1-4 Exception Zone (By-law 07-77)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision of
By-law 2005-120 as amended, within the RU1-4 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of By-law 2005-120 as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
a single-family dwelling
-
a home business
-
a home office
-
a private cabin
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 zone except as follows:
-
Lot frontage: not applicable
-
Lot area: 4 hectares
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(c)
All other provisions of By-law 2005-120 as amended, as applicable
to a RU1 zone shall apply.
9.4.1.5
RU1-5 Exception Zone (By-law 2007-109)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the RU1-5 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of By-law 2005-120, as amended, the only
permitted uses are as follows:
-
a single family dwelling
-
a home office
-
any other home business
-
a home industry.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 5 ha
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 47 metres
-
Private cabins per lot: 0
-
Accessory buildings per lot, maximum: 2
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 100.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, east interior side:
-
Single family dwelling: 60 metres
-
Accessory buildings: 100.5 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, any other interior side: 4.5 metres
-
A planting strip is required along the front lot line and the east
interior side lot line.
-
A planting strip is required along and around the zone
boundary for the MD-1 Exception zone
-
Planting strip width, minimum: 30 metres
-
Total gross floor area for a home industry, maximum: 230
sq. metres
(c)
All other provisions of this by-law applicable to a RU1 zone shall
apply.
9.4.1.6
RU1-6 Exception Zone (By-law 2012-59)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-6 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
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(a) Definitions:
−
Minimum setback distance, EP zone: means the least
permitted distance between the EP zone boundary and the
nearest part of any structure.
−
Minimum setback distance, portage: means the least
permitted distance between the centre line of an historic
portage or a portage/trail identified through a planning
application and/or a development agreement and the nearest
part of any structure.
(b)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the RU1 Zone.
(c)
Zone provisions:
- Minimum setback distance, EP Zone:
120 metres
- Minimum setback distance, Portage:
15.5 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.1.7
RU1-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2012-60)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-7 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
−
Minimum setback distance, EP zone: means the least
permitted distance between the EP zone boundary and the
nearest part of any structure.
(b)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the RU1 Zone.
(c)
Zone Provisions:
− Minimum setback distance, EP Zone, frame
storage building, existing on the date of
passage of this by-law:
106 metres
− Minimum setback distance, EP Zone, All
other buildings and structures:
120 metres
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All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone shall
apply.
9.4.1.8
RU1-8 Exception Zone (By-law 2013-86)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-8 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
−
Minimum setback distance, EP zone: means the least permitted
distance between the EP zone boundary and the nearest part of
any structure.
(b)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the RU1 Zone.
(c)
Zone Provisions:
− Minimum setback distance, EP Zone,
All other buildings and structures:
120 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.1.9
RU1-9 Exception Zone (By-law 2014-76)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-9 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
− Minimum setback distance, EP zone: means the least permitted
distance between the EP zone boundary and the nearest part of any
structure.
(b)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the RU1 Zone.
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(c)
Zone Provisions:
− Minimum setback distance, EP Zone,
All other buildings and structures:
30 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.1.10 RU1-10 Exception Zone (By-law 2015-04)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-10 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the RU1 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
− Minimum setback distance for all uses, EP
Zone:
120 metres
− Minimum setback distance for residential
uses, MX Zone.
300 metres
− Minimum setback distance for residential
uses, waste disposal site:
500 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.1.11
RU1-11 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-81)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-11 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the RU1 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front:
30 metres
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone.
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(c)
All other provisions of the By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.1.12
RU1-12 Exception Zone (By-law 2022-57)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the RU1-12 Exception, the following
provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted by the RU1 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone except as
follows:
− Lot Area, minimum
2.4 hectares
− Lot Frontage, minimum:
62.0 metres
(c)
All other provisions of the By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.1.13
RU1-13 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-09)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the RU1-13 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses permitted in the RU1 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone, except as
follows:
-
Lot area, minimum : 17.0 hectares.
(c)
All other provision of the By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.1.14
RU1-14 Exception Zone (By-law 2024-46)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other
provision of this By-law, within the RU1-14 Exception Zone, the
following shall apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RU1Zone:
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone, except as
follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 5.4 hectares.
(c)
All other provisions of the By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.1.15
RU1-15 Exception Zone (By-law 2024-59)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-15 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RU1 Zone:
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone, except as
follows:
-
Despite provisions of section 3.1 (c) (viii) an additional
dwelling unit is permitted to be located in the front yard.
-
Despite provision of section 3.30 (a) street setback,
minimum, private garage: Municipality 16.0 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU1L Zone shall
apply.
9.4.1.16
RU1-16 Exception Zone (By-law 2025-24)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-16 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RU1 Zone.
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(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone, except as
follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 5.4 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 425.0 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU1 Zone shall
apply.
9.4.1.17
RU1-17 Exception Zone (2025-05)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 5, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-17 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RU1 Zone and the following:
-
A kennel
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone, except as follows:
-
Despite Section 2.72 of this By-law, the breeding or sale of domestic animals
will not be permitted.
-
Day-use kennel - maximum number of canines: 25
-
Overnight-use boarding kennel - maximum number of canines: 12
-
Maximum kennel area: 581.0 m²
-
Minimum setback distance (kennel), to dwelling: 230.0 metres
-
Minimum setback distance (kennel), front lot line: 30.0 metres
-
Minimum setback distance (kennel), east side lot line: 70.0 metres
-
Minimum setback distance (kennel), west side lot line: 298.0 metres
-
Minimum setback distance (kennel), rear lot line: 620.0 metres
-
Sound barrier fence required along the front and east interior side lot lines
abutting the kennel.
(c)
All other provisions of the By-law as applicable to the RU1 Zone shall apply.
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9.4.1.18
RU1-18 Exception Zone (By-law 2025-94)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1-18 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply.
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RU1 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1 Zone, except as
follows:
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 120.0 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU1 Zone shall
apply.
9.4.2
RU1L Exception Zones
9.4.2.1
RU1L-1 Exception Zone (By-law 87-20)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1L-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a seasonal dwelling
-
a private cabin
-
a conservation use
-
a home office
-
a public use.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1L Zone, except as
follows:
-
Minimum water setback: 30 metres
-
Total accessory buildings per lot, maximum: 2.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU1L Zone shall
apply.
9.4.2.2
RU1L-2 Exception Zone (By-law 87-20)
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Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1L-2 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a seasonal dwelling
-
a home office
-
a private cabin
-
a conservation use
-
a public use.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1L Zone, except as
follows:
-
Minimum water setback: 25 metres
-
Total accessory buildings per lot, maximum:
2.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU1L Zone shall
apply.
9.4.2.3
RU1L-3 Exception Zone (By-law 92-39)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1L-3 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purposes of Section 9.4.2.3 of this By-law:
-
despite Section 2.91 of this By-law, the front lot line is the
east lot line.
(b)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a seasonal dwelling
-
a private cabin
-
a cemetery
-
a conservation use
-
a farm
-
a farm produce outlet
-
a forestry use, excluding a forest products mill
-
a golf course
-
a home business
-
a home industry
-
a public use
-
a ski area
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a wayside pit or quarry.
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1L Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 305 metres.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU1L Zone shall
apply.
9.4.2.4
RU1L-4 EXCEPTION ZONE (By-law 06-51)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RU1L-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of this By-law, no person shall use any lot or erect
alter or use any building or structure for any purpose except for the
following permitted uses:
Residential Uses:
-
none
Non-Residential Uses:
-
a conservation use;
-
a forestry use;
-
a rental cabin;
-
a rental cottage;
-
a public use;
-
a tourist camp;
-
a wayside pit.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1L Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback from a lot line of a lot owned by
another person: 160 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a RU1L Zone
shall apply.
9.4.2.5
RU1L-5 EXCEPTION ZONE (By-law 2010-17)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision of
By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the RU1L-5 Exception Zone, the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
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a seasonal dwelling;
-
a private cabin;
-
a home office.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1L Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area minimum: 1.8 hectares metres
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 175 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a RU1L Zone
shall apply.
9.4.2.6
RU1L-6 EXCEPTION ZONE (By-law 2012-15)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RU1L-6 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a semi detached dwelling;
-
a private cabin;
-
a conservation use;
-
a hobby farm;
-
any other farm;
-
a fish and wildlife use;
-
a forestry use, excluding a forest products mill;
-
a home office; and
-
a public use.
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1L Zone.
(b)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to a RU1L Zone shall
apply.
9.4.2.7
RU1L-7 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-102)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU1L-7 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a) Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RU1L Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU1L Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 3.9 hectares
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Minimum water setback, Leaching Bed: 300 metres from
Miskwabi Lake.
(c) All other provisions of this By-law applicable to the RU1L Zone
shall apply.
9.4.3
RU2 Exception Zones
9.4.3.1
RU2-1 Exception Zone (By-law 2021-86)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU2-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
a single-family dwelling
-
a private cabin
-
a home business.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU2 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 2.8 hectares
-
Minimum water setback to Kashagawigamog Lake,
Leaching Bed: 300 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU2 Zone shall
apply.
9.4.3.2
RU2-2 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-44)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU2-2 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the RU2 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
−
Minimum lot line setback, front,
- single family
dwelling:
- private garage:
- all other accessory
buildings
20 metres
12 metres
30 metres
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All zone provisions applicable to the RU2 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU2 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.3.3
RU2-3 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-48)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU2-2 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the RU2 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
Lot area, minimum:
4.25 ha
All zone provisions applicable to the RU2 zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU2 zone
shall apply.
9.4.3.4
RU2-4 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-48)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU2-4 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the RU2 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
Lot area, minimum:
11.35 ha
All zone provisions applicable to the RU2 zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU2 zone
shall apply.
9.4.3.5
RU2-5 Exception Zone (By-law 2024-89)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU2-5 Exception Zone, the following provisions
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shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted by the RU2 Zone.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU2 Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 91.0 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU2 Zone shall apply.
9.4.4
RU3 Exception Zones
9.4.4.1
RU3-1 Exception Zone (By-law 82-15)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU3-1 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purposes of Section 9.4.4.1 of this By-law:
-
a "resource recreation and education centre" is a private area
operated for the purpose of providing recreational trail and
other outdoor recreation opportunities, outdoor skill and
adventure programs, outdoor educational and cultural
programs, environmental education programs, scientific
research opportunities, and outdoor-oriented group meeting
and retreat opportunities. A
resource
recreation and
education centre includes any accessory structures and
facilities, but does not include any other use specifically
defined or named in this By-law.
(b)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 9.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an auditorium
-
a conservation use
-
a fish and wildlife use
-
a forestry use
-
a private park
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a public use
-
a rental cabin
-
a rental cottage
-
a resource recreation and education centre
-
a tourist camp
-
a wayside pit or quarry.
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the RU3 Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum lot line setback from a lot line of a lot owned by
another person: 160 metres.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a RU3 Zone shall
apply.
9.4.4.2
RU3-2 Exception Zone (By-law 2016-101)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the RU3-2 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a single family dwelling;
-
a duplex dwelling;
-
a semi detached dwelling;
-
a barn;
-
a guest cabin;
-
a camp lot.
(b)
Zone Provisions:
-
Lot area, minimum
23 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum:
as established by the CT zone
-
Water setback:
-
buildings and structures
30 metres
-
camp lots
30 metres
-
Dwellings per lot, maximum:
1
-
Guest cabins per lot:
2
-
Gross floor area guest cabin:
45 sq. metres
-
Camp lots per lot:
17
-
Camp lot area:
1200 sq. metres
-
Naturalized open space:
88%
All zone provisions applicable to the RU3 Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of the By-law as applicable to the RU3 Zone
shall apply.
9.4.4.3
RU3-3 Exception Zone (By-law 2022-90)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 9, or any other provision of
this By-law, within the RU3-3 Exception Zone, the following provisions shall
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apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
All uses permitted in the RU3 Zone, and the following:
-
An Observation Tower with Viewing Platform
(b)
Zone Provisions:
-
Observation Tower per lot, maximum 1
-
Structure Height of Observation Tower, maximum 20.0
metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the RU3 Zone
shall apply.
Section 10 ENVIRONMENTAL ZONES
Environmental Zones include the following:
Open Space Zone
OS
Lake or River Zone
LR
Environmental Protection Zone
EP
Section 8.2 of this By-law requires certain setbacks for industrial uses from residential
buildings.
10.1 PERMITTED USES
In an Environmental Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any
structure for any purpose except for a use shown by an X in the following table to
be a permitted use in that zone, subject to any applicable notes in the table.
ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTED USES
OS
LR
EP
Non-residential uses (See notes at end of table)
Conservation, reforestation, or other similar passive
use which provides for the preservation and
management of the natural environment
X (a)
X (b)
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Flood, erosion, or siltation control works
X
X
Marine facility
X
X (c)
Public park
X
X (a)
X (b)
Private park
X
Public use
X
Raft
X
Notes:
(a)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, no structures are permitted.
(b)
Despite any other provision of this By-law, no structures are permitted,
except a stairway, walkway, boardwalk, or landing not more than 1.5 m
wide and located above the high water mark.
(c)
Only a dock is permitted, limited to one per abutting lot, with a gross floor
area of not more than 25 m2.
10.2 ZONE PROVISIONS
In an Environmental Zone, no person shall use any lot or construct or use any
structure for any purpose except in accordance with the zone provision
requirements shown in the following table to be applicable in that zone, subject
to any applicable notes in the table.
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ENVIRONMENTAL ZONE PROVISIONS (See
notes at end of table)
OS
LR
EP
Lot area, minimum
no
minimum
no
minimum
no
minimum
Lot frontage, minimum
no
minimum
no
minimum
no
minimum
Accessory buildings per lot, maximum
2
not
applicable
not
applicable
Minimum water setback
30 m
not
applicable
no
minimum
Minimum lot line setback, front
13.5 m
(a)
no
minimum
no
minimum
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side
13.5 m
no
minimum
no
minimum
Minimum lot line setback, interior side
7.5 m
no
minimum
no
minimum
Minimum lot line setback, rear
7.5 m
no
minimum
no
minimum
Lot coverage, maximum
20%
no
maximum
no
maximum
Structure height, maximum
11 m
no
maximum
no
maximum
Naturalized open space, minimum percentage
of lot area
50%
not
applicable
no
minimum
Parking space setback from street
line, minimum
1 m
not
applicable
no
minimum
Parking space setback from lot line, minimum
4 m
(b)
not
applicable
no
minimum
Planting strip width, minimum
3 m
(c)
not
applicable
no
minimum
Notes:
(a)
If the front lot line is a shoreline, no minimum, except where the original shoreline
road allowance is occupied by an improved street, but the minimum water
setbacks still apply.
(b)
If the lot line abuts a zone that is not a Residential Zone or a lot with no
residential use, no minimum.
(c)
A planting strip is required only along those parts of an interior side lot line or a
rear lot line that abut a Residential Zone or a lot with a residential use.
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10.3
ENVIRONMENTAL EXCEPTION ZONES
10.3.1
OS Exception Zones
10.3.1.1
OS-1 Exception Zone (By-law 2011-83)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-1 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 10.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are
as follows:
-
a private park in which, despite any other provision of this
By-law, no structures are permitted
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a public park in which despite any other provision of this By-
law, no structures are permitted.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.2
OS-2 Exception Zone (By-law 99-13)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-2 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
None of the permitted uses in the OS Zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone, except as follows:
-
Planting strip width, minimum: no minimum.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.3
OS-3 Exception Zone (By-law 91-60)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-3 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 10.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are
as follows:
-
a public park.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.4
OS-4 Exception Zone (By-law 92-50)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-4 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 10.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are
as follows:
-
a private park
-
a public park.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.5
OS-5 Exception Zone (By-law 94-50)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-5 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 10.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are
as follows:
-
a parking area.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone.
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(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.6
OS-6 Exception Zone (By-law 94-54)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-6 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 10.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are
as follows:
-
a boat storage building
-
a private park
-
a storage building.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum water setback, boat storage building:
8 metres
-
Minimum water setback, storage building:
6 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, front, boat storage building:
8 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, front, storage building: 6 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side, boat storage
building: 7 metres.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.7
OS-7 Exception Zone (By-law 96-11)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-7 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purposes of Section 10.3.1.7 of this By-law:
-
a "boat" is a power-driven vessel.
-
a "club house" is a detached accessory building that may only
include a members' lounge, games room, and sanitary
facilities, and does not include a restaurant, liquor licensed
premises, a casino, a retail store, a neighbourhood store, or
electronic games machines installed by or on behalf of the
property owner.
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(b)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 10.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are
as follows:
-
a club house
-
a private park, which is the main use
-
a storage structure for boats and other recreational
equipment belonging to the property owner.
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone, except as follows:
-
Lot area, minimum: 4.45 hectares
-
Lot frontage, minimum: 200 metres
-
Minimum water setback: 20 metres
-
Total accessory structures per lot:
4
-
Club house gross floor area, maximum: 150 square metres
-
Total gross floor area of all storage structures for boats and
other recreational equipment: 250 square metres
-
Not more than 2 accessory structures and 50 square metres
of gross floor area of the storage structures are permitted
within 75 metres of the high water mark
-
Planting strip width, minimum: 30 metres
-
A planting strip is required along the interior side lot lines
and the exterior side lot line
-
Despite Section 3.23(a) of this By-law, the planting strip shall
only be interrupted by two driveways, one at a location along
the north interior side lot line and one at a location along the
exterior side lot line as determined by a site plan agreement
-
The permitted uses, and any marine facility in the LR Zone
abutting the OS-7 Zone, are for the exclusive use of the
property owner's guests and persons invited by them, and
staff of the property owner
-
Despite Table 2 of this By-law, there is no minimum number
of parking spaces
-
Parking spaces per lot, maximum: 4, limited to motor vehicles
belonging to the property owner
-
Boat parking spaces in the abutting LR Zone, maximum:
15
-
Boat parking spaces which may be used by boats belonging
to the property owner: 8
-
Boat parking spaces which may be used by boats belonging
to the property owner with engine power of 7.5 kW (10 hp)
or more: 3
-
Boat parking spaces which may be used by boats belonging
to guests of the property owner: 4
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Boat parking spaces which may be used by boats belonging
to guests of the property owner with engine power of 7.5 kW
(10 hp) or more: 2
-
No boat shall be docked on the lot or in the LR Zone
abutting the lot except in a boat parking space
-
No boat shall be stored on the lot except in a storage
structure
-
No personal watercraft shall be parked or stored on the lot
or in the LR Zone abutting the lot.
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.8
OS-8 Exception Zone (By-law 98-67)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-8 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 10.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are
as follows:
-
a private road
-
a street.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.9
OS-9 Exception Zone (By-law 05-32)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-9 Exception Zone the following provisions shall
apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 10.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are
as follows:
-
a bridge.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone, except as follows:
-
Minimum water setback, bridge: no minimum.
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(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.10
OS-10 EXCEPTION ZONE (By-law 06-119)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-10 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
For the purpose of Section 10.3.1.10 of this by-law:
-
a "unit" is a "unit" defined by the Condominium Act, 1998, S.O.
1998, C. 19. The term unit is substituted for the term "lot",
where appropriate, in the application of Section 2 Definitions,
and Section 3 General Provisions of this By-law.
-
a "street" is a street created as a common element by approvals
granted pursuant to the Condominium Act, 1998, S.O. 1998, C.
19.
(b)
Permitted uses:
-
an accessory dwelling unit
-
a club house, which may include an administrative office
accessory to a permitted use
-
a private park
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone, except as follows:
-
Front lot line setback, minimum 6 metres
-
Exterior side lot line setback, minimum 6 metres
-
Interior side lot line setback, minimum 6 metres
-
Rear lot line setback, minimum 6 metres
-
Structure height, maximum 9.5 metres
-
Ground floor area for a club house 595 sq. metres
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to an OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.11
OS-11 Exception Zone (By-law 08-24)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-11 Exception Zone the following provisions
shall apply:
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(a)
Permitted uses:
Despite Section 10.1 of the By-law, the only permitted uses are as
follows:
-
an accessory retail store
-
a museum
-
a public library
-
a parking park
-
a public use
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone, except as follows:
-
accessory buildings per lot:
no minimum
-
minimum lot line setback, exterior side: 1.5 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to an OS Zone shall
apply.
10.3.1.12
OS-12 Exception Zone (By-law 2009-91)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the OS-12 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
a bridge.
-
a private road.
-
a street.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS zone except as follows:
-
Accessory building per lot, maximum: 0 metres
-
Minimum water setback: 0 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, front: 0 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side: 0 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: 0 metres
-
Minimum lot line setback, rear: 0 metres
-
Lot coverage, maximum: 50%
-
Planting Strip width, minimum: 0 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to an OS zone shall
apply.
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10.3.1.13
OS-13 Exception Zone (By-law 2009-30)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the OS-13 Exception Zone the
following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Definitions:
An "individual on-site sewage service" means a sewage disposal
system as defined by the Provincial Policy Statements and
approved under the Ontario Building Code.
(b)
Permitted uses:
-
an individual on-site sewage service.
-
for clarity, no other structures and no buildings are permitted.
(c)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS zone except as follows:
-
Accessory buildings per lot: 0
-
Minimum lot line setback; front: as required by the Ontario
Building Code
-
Minimum lot line setback, exterior side: as required by the
Ontario Building Code
-
Minimum lot line setback, interior side: as required by the
Ontario Building Code
-
Minimum lot line setback; rear: as required by the Ontario
Building Code
(d)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to an OS zone shall apply.
10.3.1.14
OS-14 Exception Zone (By-law 2015-50)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the OS-14 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
parking area.
(b)
Zone provisions:
-
Parking space, maximum 2
-
Accessory buildings per zone 0
All other zone provisions applicable to the OS Zone.
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law as applicable to the OS Zone
shall apply.
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10.3.2
LR Exception Zones
10.3.2.1
LR-1 Exception Zone (By-law 2011-45)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, Section 3.1 (d)(iii) or
any other provision of By-law 2005-120, as amended, within the LR-1
Exception zone the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
All uses as permitted by the LR zone.
(b)
Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the OS zone except as follows:
-
Marine facility width, aggregated maximum for all marine
facilities accessory to Lot 3, Plan 19M-2:
16 metres
(c)
All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a LR zone shall
apply.
10.3.2.2
LR-2 Exception Zone (By-law 2017-40)
Despite any provision to the contrary of Section 10, or any other provision
of this By-law, within the WR-2 Exception Zone, the following provisions
shall apply:
(a)
Permitted uses:
-
conservation or other similar passive use, which provides for
the preservation and management of natural resources,
excluding any buildings or structures;
-
flood and erosion control works; and
-
public park, excluding any buildings or structures
10.3.3
EP Exception Zone
10.3.3.1
EP-1 Exception Zone (By-law 2023-87)
Despite Section 10.1 of this By-law, the only permitted uses are as follows:
(a)
Permitted uses:
Conservation, reforestation, or other similar passive use which provides
for the preservation and management of the natural resources, excluding
any buildings or structures;
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Flood, erosion, or siltation control work;
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On Grass Lake in front of the RS-5 Exception Zone, a
marine facility consisting only of one dock with gross floor
area of not more than 25 m²;
-
On the human-made pond enclosed by the RS-5
Exception Zone, a marine facility consisting only of one
dock with a gross floor area of not more than 15 m²; and
-
Public Park, excluding any buildings or structures
b) Zone provisions:
All zone provisions applicable to the EP zone.
c) All other provisions of this By-law applicable to a EP zone shall
apply.
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Section 11
APPROVAL
This By-law shall come into force on the date of final passing if no notice of appeal is filed
with the Clerk within 20 days of the giving of notice of passage of this By-law.
If a notice is filed with the Clerk, the By-law shall only come into force according to the
provisions of Section 34(30) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13, as
amended.
READ a first, second and third time, signed and the Corporate Seal attached hereto
this 12th day of December, 2005.
[original signed by]
Reeve: Murray Fearrey
[original signed by]
Clerk: Tammy McKelvey