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Section 5 - General Provisions
5.1
Accessory Buildings and Structures
5.1.1
Where a swimming pool or tennis court is provided, the total lot coverage for
said accessory uses may increase to a maximum of twenty (20) percent. In no
case shall the lot coverage of all buildings and accessory uses exceed the
maximum lot coverage as provided for in the applicable provisions of this By-
law.
5.1.2
In a residential zone, an accessory building or structure, shall not be erected
closer to the street line than the principal building on the lot and shall further be
erected in conformity with the yard and setback requirements of the respective
residential zone, except as may otherwise be provided herein.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, in a residential zone an accessory building or
structure in an exterior side yard can be located closer to the street line than the
principal building provided the exterior side setback is maintained and the
proposed structure is not located within a site triangle."
5.1.3
Where an accessory use is attached to the main building, the front yard, side
yard, rear yard and area requirements of this By-law shall be complied with as if
the accessory building was part of the main building.
5.1.4
No person shall use an accessory building for human habitation except where a
dwelling is permitted as an accessory building.
5.1.5
An accessory building shall not be built closer to any lot line than the minimum
distance required by this By-law except that common semi-detached garages
may be erected on a mutual side lot line.
5.1.6
Except in accordance with Section 5.16 no accessory building shall be erected
prior to the erection of a principal building or structure.
5.1.7
The minimum distance of an accessory building from a principal building shall
be 1.2 metres (4 feet).
5.2
Additional Residential Units
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law, where an additional
residential unit is permitted hereunder, the following provisions shall apply:
a)
Additional residential units shall only be permitted in association with the
following permitted principal uses:
i.
Single detached dwellings; and
ii.
Semi-detached dwellings.
b)
Additional residential units are not permitted within the:
i.
Limited Service Residential (LSR) Zone or underlying Limited Service
Residential (LSR) Zone;
ii.
Waterfront Residential (WR) Zone or underlying Waterfront
Residential (WR) Zone;
iii.
Oak Ridges Moraine Core (ORMC) Zone; and
iv.
Oak Ridges Moraine Linkage (ORML) Zone
c)
Notwithstanding Section 5.44 f) ii), an additional residential within the Oak
Ridges Moraine is only permitted within the principle dwelling.
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d)
Where an existing garden suite is situated on a lot it shall be classified as
an additional residential unit. As such, only one additional residential unit
within the principal dwelling shall be permitted subject to the provisions of
this section.
e)
Additional residential units are only permitted on lots with frontage on and
access from and improved public street.
f)
A maximum of two additional residential units per lot may be permitted
subject to the following:
i.
One (1) additional residential unit with a maximum floor area of 186
m2 may be permitted within an existing or new single detached or
semi-detached dwelling on a lot. For the purposes of this subsection,
within shall mean, sharing a common roof system or flooring
structure or sharing a common wall consisting of at least 30 percent
shared surface.
ii.
One (1) additional residential unit with a maximum floor area of 98 m2
may also be permitted within a building or structure accessory to the
single detached or semi-detached dwelling on a lot.
g)
Where additional residential unit(s) is/are proposed, the owner shall
investigate whether an adequate supply of potable water is available, and
that the site can assimilate wastes from the sewage disposal system
without exceeding Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change
guidelines for groundwater impact. Such information must accompany the
building permit application, to the satisfaction of the Municipality and the
authority having jurisdiction.
i.
Where up to two additional residential units are proposed and the site
is serviced with municipal water, a servicing statement is required
from the municipality's water purveyor.
ii.
Where up to two additional residential units are proposed, and the
site is privately serviced, the owner shall provide a current Well
Report, to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official, to ensure
adequate quantity and quality of the private service. Such report shall
be dated no older than one year prior the building permit application.
h)
Additional residential units may be connected to the same servicing
system for potable water and sewage disposal as the main dwelling on the
lot pending approval of the municipality and authority having jurisdiction. If
the servicing system is deemed to be inadequate to support the proposed
additional residential unit(s), it is up to the property owner/applicant to
provide an alternative servicing system to the satisfaction of the
municipality and any other authority having jurisdiction as the case may
be.
i)
Additional residential units shall be clearly accessory to the principal
permitted use on the same lot;
j)
The establishment of additional residential units shall not be limited by any
special zone provision that establishes the maximum number of dwelling
units.
k)
Additional residential units shall be exempt from any minimum lot area
requirement established per dwelling unit on a lot.
l)
Additional residential units shall comply with the required minimum
Landscaped Open Space provision, where such requirement has been
established for the zone in which the Additional Residential Unit is located.
m)
In addition to the parking space(s) required for single detached or semi-
detached dwellings, one (1) parking space is required for each additional
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residential unit. Tandem parking to a maximum of only one (1) space is
permitted.
n)
Additional residential units within or otherwise attached to the principal
dwelling unit shall provide a separate entrance which may be located at
the side, rear or front of the principal dwelling unit. The entrance shall be
accessed by a 1.2 metre (4 feet) wide unobstructed pathway from the front
of the principal dwelling or the front lot line. For the purposes of this
subsection, a "pathway" is defined as a hard surface treated path that is
separately delineated from the driveway and provides pedestrian access.
"Unobstructed" means no obstructions to a height of up to 2.3 metres (7.5
feet). This provision shall not prevent the establishment of a gate to
access the rear yard.
o)
If an additional residential unit is proposed in a floodplain or an area
rendered inaccessible to people and vehicles during times of flooding it
shall require the approval of the authority having jurisdiction.
p)
Where an additional residential unit is located within a detached accessory
building, the following provisions apply:
i.
Shall comply with the accessory building minimum yard requirements
of the zone;
ii.
Shall be setback a minimum of 1.2 m (4 feet) from the principal
dwelling located on the same lot;
iii.
Shall have a maximum building height of 5.5 metres (18 feet);
iv.
Shall comply with all other relevant accessory use provisions of the
zone in which it is located;
v.
A detached additional residential unit shall comply with the Minimum
Distance Separation formulae;
vi.
The provisions of Sections 5.26 and 5.37 do not apply to Clause 5.2
(p)(i);
5.3 Agriculture - Minimum Distance Separation
Notwithstanding any other yard or setback provisions of this By-law to the
contrary, no development shall be located on a separate lot and permitted by a
specific zone, unless it complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS I)
calculated using the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs
Regulations and Guidelines. Notwithstanding any other yard or setback provisions
of this By-law to the contrary, no livestock facility shall be erected or expanded
within a PA and MA zone unless it complies with the Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS II) calculated using the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and
Rural Affairs Regulations and Guidelines.
5.4 Area of Influence
No person shall erect any residential structure in any zone within 300 metres
(984.3 feet) of lands zoned MXA - Mineral Extractive A and MXB - Mineral
Extractive B without the approval of the Ministry of Natural Resources upon
successful application for a minor variance and provided the residential use is a
permitted use on the adjacent lands.
5.5 Backyard Hens
The keeping of a maximum of six (6) hens shall be permitted on properties zoned
to permit a single detached dwelling. The keeping of hens shall be restricted to
properties that have a minimum lot area of .4 hectares (one acre). The hens shall
be always confined to an enclosure.
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An enclosure for keeping one or more hens:
Shall be located at least 3.0 metres from the side lot line and at least 3.0 metres
from the rear lot line of the lot on which the hen coop is located.
Shall be located at least 3.0 metres from abutting dwellings.
Must be at least 7.5 metres from any church or school.
Shall contain an enclosed roof structure and shall be no greater than 3.0 by
3.0metres and no greater than 4.5 metres in height.
Shall only be located in the rear yard.
Manure/waste from the backyard hen enclosure shall not be stockpiled on the
residential property.
5.6 Buffer Strips
Location
Where the interior side or rear lot line in a Community Facility, Commercial or
Industrial zone abuts a Residential Zone, a buffer strip adjoining such abutting lot
line or portion thereof shall be provided on the lot within the Community Facility,
Commercial or Industrial Zone.
Contents
Required buffer strips shall contain one or more of the following screening devices:
a) A continuous row of trees;
b) A continuous hedgerow of evergreens, bushes or shrubs;
c) A berm
d) A wall
e) A fence
Design
Screening devices comprising a required buffer strip shall:
a) Be arranged so as to form a dense or opaque screen or barrier;
b) Be designed to have an ultimate height of not less than 1.8metres above the
elevation of the ground at the nearest lot line, provided that they do not
obstruct a sight triangle.
Landscaped Open Space Supplement
A buffer strip referred to in this Subsection may form part of any landscaped open
space required by this By-law.
Allowances for Driveways
Notwithstanding any provision of this by-law to the contrary, the buffer strip can be
interrupted to allow for access to a property where site access will be provided
from a rear yard.
5.7 Development on a Private Road
No person shall erect any building or structure on a lot with frontage on a Private
Road unless the lot is zoned Limited Service Residential (LSR) Zone and provided
the owner has entered into an agreement with the Township, as a condition of Site
Plan Approval, acknowledging that the Township will not be responsible for
maintaining the private road and further that, in the event of an emergency, the
Township will make every attempt to respond in an expeditious manner but
because of the properties' location on a private road, response may be delayed.
All other applicable provisions of the By-law shall apply.
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5.8 Development on a Township Road/Public Road/Street or County Road
No person shall erect any building or structure in any zone, except in a Limited
Service Residential Zone or Special Limited Service Residential Zone, unless the
lot upon which such building or structure is to be erected fronts upon a Township
Road/Public Road/Street or County Road. For purposes of this By-law a Township
Road/Public Road/Street or County Road does not include a Private Road,
Summer Maintained Public Road, Un-assumed Public Road or an Unopened
Public Road Allowance as defined herein. The above provisions shall not apply to
prohibit the erection of any building on a lot on a registered plan of subdivision
where a subdivision agreement has been entered into but the streets will not be
assumed until the end of the maintenance period. Refer to Appendix 'A' Civic
Address Map for the location of roads classified Township Road/Public
Road/Street or County Road. This section does not apply to non-residential
buildings or structures accessory to a permitted farm. (By-law 2008-26)
Where a property has frontage on a year-round Municipally maintained or County
maintained road, that property must be accessed by an entrance onto the year-
round Municipally maintained or County maintained road.
5.9 Development on Summer Maintained Public Road
No person shall erect any building or structure, except for a non-residential
building or structure accessory to a permitted farm, on a lot with frontage on a
Summer Maintained Public Road unless the lot is zoned Special Limited Service
Residential (LSR) Zone and provided the owner has entered into an agreement
with the Township, as a condition of Site Plan Approval, acknowledging that the
road is not maintained on a year round basis and that there is no intent by the
Township to maintain it on a year round basis in the future and that access by
municipal emergency service vehicles is restricted in the winter months. In the
event of an emergency, the Township will make every attempt to respond in an
expeditious manner but because of the properties' location on a private road,
response may be delayed.
5.10 Development on an Un-Assumed Public Road
Development on an un-assumed public road may be permitted in accordance with
the applicable zone and the general provisions of this by-law.
5.11 Development on an Unopened Public Road Allowance
Development shall not be permitted on lots with frontage only on an unopened
public road allowance.
5.12 Dwelling Unit as an Accessory Use in a Non-Residential Setting
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure for
purposes of a dwelling or dwelling unit where the zoning is not residential except in
accordance with the following regulations:
a) In agricultural zones, a single detached dwelling may be permitted with a private
water supply and sewage disposal system having the approval of the Ministry of
the Environment and/or Approval Authority, as provided in certain non-
residential zones; or
b) In a Commercial zone, one dwelling unit shall be permitted in a non-residential
building provided it is located on the second storey of such building, or at the
rear of such building if on the main floor.
5.13 Existing Undersized Lots
Where a lot having a lesser lot area and/or lot frontage than that required herein is
held under distinct and separate ownership from abutting lots, as shown by a
registered conveyance in the records of the Registry or Land Titles Office on the
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date of passing of this By-law, or where such a lot is created as a result of an
expropriation, such smaller lot may be used and a building or structure may be
erected, altered or used on such smaller lot, provided that the parcel has a
minimum frontage of 7.5 metres (24 feet), provided that an adequate supply of
potable water is available to service the proposed use, provided such erection,
alteration or use does not contravene any other provisions of this by-law and
provided that all relevant regulations made under the Health Protection and
Promotion Act and all relevant sewage disposal requirements under the Ontario
Building Code are complied with.
5.14 Fire Wood Processing Operations (By-law 2016-46)
a) The importation of any raw materials shall be consistent with the Canadian
Food Inspection Agency regulations, as amended;
b) The exportation (delivery and/or customer pick-up) of the final value-added
product shall be consistent with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency
regulations, as amended;
c) All operations shall be consistent with the Township of Hamilton Noise By-law,
as amended;
d) All operations shall be consistent with the Township of Hamilton Property
Standards By-law, as amended;
e) All operations shall be consistent with the Northumberland Forest Conservation
By-law, as amended;
f) The minimum setback from any water course/Environmental Protection
(EP)/Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) zone or Natural Hazard/ Provincially
Significant Wetland designation shall be 30 metres (100 feet);
g) All operations shall be consistent with the 1/2 load road restrictions for
importing/exporting product as per the Township of Hamilton By-law 1998-20,
as amended;
h) Maximum of 1 operation shall be permitted per separately conveyable lot;
i) Medium Scale operations may be permitted on lots in Agricultural or Rural
designated areas with a minimum size of 2.02 hectares (5 acres);
i.
The minimum setback from any neighbouring residential use or residential
zone shall be 91.44 metres (300 feet);
ii.
The final value-added product may be sold at the farm gate but the
majority shall be delivered;
iii.
Site Plan approval is required subject to the following:
1. A scaled Site Plan sketch shall be drawn up by the proponent, to the
satisfaction of the Township of Hamilton, and submitted together with any
other required information to the Township of Hamilton Planning
Department for review by the Site Plan Review Committee to determine
compliance with all required governing documents prior to the
establishment of the operation;
2. A Site Plan Agreement with the Township is required to be entered prior to
the establishment of the operation;
3. The Site Plan Agreement may deal with issues such as noise control, days
and hours of operation, and any other issues deemed appropriate by the
Township;
4. Berms or tree buffers shall be provided between this use and any existing
incompatible uses; and
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5. Proof of current Open Air Burning Permit as per By-law 2014-19 and/or its
successors, or in the alternative, a detailed explanation of other means of
disposal of waste product that will be utilized by the proponent, to the
satisfaction of the Township.
j) Large Scale operations may be permitted on lots in Agriculture or Rural
designated areas with a minimum size of 10.17 hectares (25 acres);
i.
The minimum setback from any neighbouring residential use or residential
zone shall be 213.36 metres (700 feet);
ii.
The final value-added product may be sold at the farm gate but the majority
shall be delivered; and
iii.
Site Plan Approval is required subject to the following:
1. A scaled Site Plan sketch shall be drawn up by Ontario Land Surveyor or
Engineer, to the satisfaction of the Township of Hamilton, and submitted
together with any other required information to the Township of Hamilton
Planning Department for review by the Site Plan Review Committee to
determine compliance with all required governing documents prior to the
establishment of the operation;
2. A Site Plan Agreement with the Township is required to be entered and
shall be registered on the title of the property by the proponent at the sole
expense of the proponent. A copy of the registered document shall be
submitted to the Township prior to the establishment of the operation;
3. The Site Plan Agreement may deal with issues such as noise control, days
and hours of operation, and any other issues deemed appropriate by the
Township;
4. Berms or tree buffers shall be provided between this use and any existing
incompatible uses; and
5. Proof of current Open Air Burning Permit as per By-law 2014-19 and/or its
successors, or in the alternative, a detailed explanation of other means of
disposal of waste product that will be utilized by the proponent, to the
satisfaction of the Township.
The foregoing does not prohibit individual property owners from processing
small quantities of firewood (maximum of 1 load/15 cords per calendar year)
subject to Section 5.45 a) through h) inclusive.
5.15 Garden Suites
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 5.5.3 of the By-law to the contrary,
garden suites shall be permitted subject to the following requirements;
a) The gross floor area of living space in such dwelling shall consist of a
minimum of 49 square metres (527.4 square feet) and a maximum of 65
square metres (699.7 square feet);
b) The dwelling unit shall be self contained and shall have a private entrance
and separate culinary, sanitary, dining and sleeping area;
c) The sanitary sewage disposal, water supply and electrical services for the
dwelling unit shall be derived from and connected to the services of the
single detached dwelling upon which lot the garden suite is situated,
subject to the approval of the authorities responsible for the various
services;
d) All of the provisions of the respective zones in which the garden suite is
situated shall be complied with in addition to the following special criteria:
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i.
Rear Yard - 4.5 metres (14.8 feet) minimum;
ii.
Building Height - 4.5 metres (14.8 feet) maximum; and
iii.
Separation Distance from the Principal Dwelling - 4.5 metres (14.8
feet) maximum.
e) The owner/occupant of the detached dwelling and occupant of the garden suite
upon which lot the garden suite is situated enter into an agreement with the
municipality pursuant to the Municipal Act stating that the owner of the detached
dwelling and the occupant of the garden suite are related by blood or marriage,
the age of the occupant of the garden suite, that no other individual(s) will
occupy the garden suite and that the garden suite will be removed when it is no
longer needed;
f) Access from a public road to a garden suite shall be obtained by the driveway
serving the principal dwelling on the lot;
g) A garden suite shall be located behind the principal dwelling house on the
property;
h) The placement of a garden suite on a lot shall be subject to site plan control
pursuant to the Planning Act to ensure all servicing, buffering, parking and other
issues are addressed;
i) A temporary use zoning by-law is passed by Council in accordance with the
provisions of the Planning Act. The by-law shall be in place for a period not
exceeding ten (10) years.
5.16 Group Homes
Group Homes are permitted in the zones as indicated in this By-law subject to the
following requirements;
a) In addition to the minimum parking requirements of Section 5.31, one additional
parking space shall be provided for each attendant or staff member who resides
outside of the group home; and
b) All the provisions of the respective zones in which the group home is situated
shall be complied with.
5.17 Health Approval
No building permit shall be issued for any building or structure which requires a
septic system unless the building permit application is accompanied by approval in
writing from the appropriate responsible authority for the proposed method of
sewage disposal.
5.18 Height Exceptions
Notwithstanding the height provisions herein contained, nothing in this By-law shall
apply to prevent the erection, alteration, or use of the following accessory buildings
or structures provided the principle use is a use permitted with the Zone in which it
is located, namely:
- A church spire
- A belfry
- A flag pole
- A clock tower
- A chimney
- A water tank
- A radio or television tower or antenna
- An Air conditioner duct
- A barn or silo
- A Drying elevator
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- Incidental equipment required for processing
- External equipment associated with internal building equipment
5.19 Holding Zones
Where any zone symbol as shown on Schedules A and M is followed by the
symbol "H", this signifies that no person shall use any land, erect, alter, enlarge,
use or maintain any building or structure until such time as the holding symbol has
been removed by the Township in accordance with the provisions of the Planning
Act. Upon removal of the holding symbol the permitted use of the subject property
and the erection of any buildings or structures thereon shall be undertaken in
accordance with the provisions of the underlying zoning category.
5.19.1. Zone Regulations
Uses legally existing prior to the passing of this By-law and accessory uses thereto
may be enlarged, reconstructed, renovated or replaced in accordance with the
relevant zone regulations where such use is normally permitted.
5.19.2. General Provisions
All special provisions of this Section 5 "General Provisions" shall apply, where
Applicable to any land, lot, building, structure or use within zones subject to the
aforementioned "Holding" criteria.
5.20 Home Industry
Home industries are categorized as Type 'A' and Type 'B' home industries. Home
industries Type 'A' and Type 'B' are permitted in the zones as indicated in this By-
law in accordance with the following:
a) There is no external storage of goods or materials;
b) Refer to the Township of Hamilton's Sign By-law for property line setbacks and
restrictions.
c) The home industry is clearly secondary to the main residential use and does not
change the residential character of the dwelling nor create or become a public
nuisance; in particular in regard to noise, noxious odours, emission of smoke,
traffic or parking;
d) The home industry does not interfere with television or radio reception;
e) There are no goods, wares or merchandise, publicly offered or exposed for sale
on the premises outside of any buildings;
f) On site parking is provided in accordance with Section 5.31;
g) Home industries are subject to site plan approval by the municipality; and
h) That a notice from the approving authority for sewage disposal under the
Ontario Building Code be received indicating that the sewage disposal
requirements have been met.
5.20.1 Additional Provisions for Type 'A' Home Industries
Type 'A' Home Industries shall include craft shops, woodworking, repair and
service shops and similar type uses and associated retail sales in accordance
with the following:
Any accessory structure used for a Type 'A' home industry shall use not more
than 39 square metres (420 square feet) of the structure;
Not more than one (1) person not residing in the residence on the lot shall be
permitted;
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Type 'A' and 'B' Home Industries may locate within accessory structures erected
prior to the passing of Zoning By-law No. 2001-58 and which exceed the
maximum size requirement provided these requirements have been met:
Subject to change of use approval; and
Subject to site plan/floor plan approval.
5.20.2 Additional Provisions for Type 'B' Home Industries
Type 'B' Home Industries shall include mechanics, craft shops, woodworking,
light manufacturing including farm equipment fabrication, repair and service
shops and other similar type uses and associated retail sales 'maximum of 10%
of the exclusively dedicated floor area' in accordance with the following: (By-law
2008-26)
a) The minimum lot size for a Type 'B' home occupation shall be 2 hectares
(4.94 acres);
b) Not more than two (2) persons not residing in the residence on the lot and
employed by the home industry shall be permitted;
c) One commercial vehicle associated with the home industry is permitted;
i.
On lots between 2.0 hectares (4.9 acres) and 2.4 hectares (6.0 acres) in
size, the accessory structure or part thereof within a building which was
erected prior to the passing of this by-law used for Type 'B' home industry
shall not exceed 55.75 square metres (600 square feet) and shall be
located not closer than 15.2 metres (50 feet) from any lot line; in addition,
all Type 'B' home industry accessory structures shall be subject to the
provisions of Section 5.25;
ii.
On lots between 2.47 hectares (6.1 acres) and 4.0 hectares (10 acres) in
size, the accessory structure or part thereof within a building which was
erected prior to the passing of this by-law used for Type 'B' home
industries shall not exceed 92.9 square metres (1,000 square feet) and
shall be located not closer than 20 metres (66 feet) from any lot line; in
addition, all Type 'B' home industry accessory structures shall be subject
to the provisions of Section 5.25;
iii.
On lots 4.1 hectares (10.1 acres) and larger in size, the accessory
structure or part thereof within a building which was erected prior to the
passing of this by-law used for Type 'B' home industries shall not exceed
139.4 square metres (1,500 square feet) and shall be located not closer
than 25 metres (82 feet) from any lot line; in addition, all Type 'B' home
industry accessory structures shall be subject to the provisions of Section
5.25;
d) Type 'A' and 'B' Home Industries may locate within accessory structures
erected prior to the passing of Zoning By-law No. 2001-58 and which exceed
the maximum size requirement provided these requirements have been met:
i.
Subject to change of use approval; and
ii.
Subject to site plan/floor plan approval
5.21 Home Occupations
Home occupations are categorized as Type 'A' and Type 'B' home occupations.
Home occupations Type 'A' and Type 'B' are permitted in the zones as indicated in
this By-law in accordance with the following:
a) There is no display, other than a sign of a maximum size of .55 square metres
(6.0 square feet) to indicate to persons outside that any part of the dwelling is
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being used for a purpose other than residential. Refer to the Township of
Hamilton's Sign By-law for property line setbacks and restrictions.
b) Such home occupation is clearly secondary to the main residential use and
does not change the residential character of the dwelling nor create or become
a public nuisance; in particular, in regard to noise, obnoxious odours, emission
of smoke, traffic or parking;
c) Such home occupation does not interfere with television or radio reception;
d) Not more than 25 percent of the gross floor area of the dwelling is used for the
purposes of home occupation uses except in the case of a bed and breakfast
establishment in which situation the provisions of subsection 5.29.3 shall apply;
and/or
e) That a notice from the approving authority for sewage disposal under the
Ontario Building Code be received indicating that the sewage disposal
requirements have been met.
5.21.1 Additional Provisions for Type 'A' Home Occupations
Type 'A' home occupations shall be conducted entirely within the principal
residence and shall be limited to administrative office type uses only and may
employ one (1) employee other than those residing in the dwelling.
5.21.2 Additional Provisions for Type 'B' Home Occupations
Type 'B' home occupations shall be conducted entirely within the principal
residence and shall be limited to personal service and medical occupations
such as hairdressers, day nurseries limited to 5 children or less, doctors and
dentist's offices and may employ one (1) person in addition to persons residing
in the residence.
5.21.3 Additional Provisions for Bed and Breakfast as a Home Occupation
Where a bed and breakfast establishment is established as a home occupation,
no more than 3 guest rooms shall be maintained for the accommodation of the
public.
5.22
Lands in the Vicinity of Watercourses or Embankments
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law, no permit shall be issued for any
building to be constructed within those areas outlined in subsections 5.8.1,
5.8.2 and 5.8.3 herein without the prior written approval of the Conservation
Authority, the Ministry of Natural Resources and/or the Canadian Parks Service
having jurisdiction.
5.22.1 No building or structure shall be located within the flood plain of a watercourse,
including a municipal drain, except where a municipal drain forms part of a road
allowance, notwithstanding that such watercourse is not shown on any
schedule forming part of this By-law.
5.22.2 Notwithstanding anything in this By-law, no building, structure, or septic tank
installation including the weeping tile field shall be located outside the
requirements of:
a) The provisions of The Building Code Act; and/or
b) Conservation authority regulations.
5.22.3 The provisions of subsections 5.8.1 and 5.8.2 shall not apply to buildings,
structures and services requiring direct access to the water as an operational
necessity such as a boathouse, marina, marina service building or facility, or
other similar structure.
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5.23 Lands Severed by Public Utility Lines
Where lands are acquired for purposes of a public utility line and such acquisition
deprives a parcel of land of street frontage, the part of such parcel so deprived of
street frontage shall be deemed for purposes of this By-law to have frontage on
such street providing the land has a permanent right of access to such street.
5.24 Loading Space Requirements
No person shall erect or use any building or structure in any zone for any
commercial or industrial purpose involving the movement of goods unless loading
spaces are provided and maintained in accordance with the following provisions:
Area of Building
Loading Space
280 to 930 square metres
One (1) loading space
1400 square metres or
fraction thereof in
excess of 930 metres
Two (2) loading spaces plus
one (1) additional
loading space
a) Each loading space shall be at least 9.0 metres long, 3.5 metres wide and
have a vertical clearance of least 4.0 metres.
b) The required loading spaces shall be provided on the lot occupied by the
building or structure for which the said loading spaces are required and shall not
form a part of any street or lane.
c) For any commercial or industrial use, no loading space or part thereof shall be
located, and no land shall be used for loading purposes within 1.5 metres (4.9
feet) of any lot line, or within 3 metres (9.8 feet) of any street line or boundary of
any Residential zone, or within 3 metres (9.8 feet) of the lot line of a residential
use.
d) Access to loading spaces shall be by means of a driveway at least 6 metres
(19.7 feet) wide contained within the lot on which the spaces are located and
leading to a street or lane located within or adjoining the zone in which the use
is located.
e) The driveways and loading spaces shall be maintained with a stable surface
which is treated so as to prevent the raising of dust or loose particles.
f) The loading requirements referred to herein shall not apply to any building in
existence at the date of enactment of this By-law so long as the gross floor area
as it existed at the date is not increased. If an addition is made, then additional
loading spaces shall be provided up to the number required for
such addition.
5.25 Multiple Uses on One Lot
Notwithstanding anything contained in this By-law, where any land or building is
used for more than one purpose, all provisions of this By-law relating to each use
shall be complied with, provided that no dwelling shall be located closer than three
(3) metres (9.8 feet) to any other building on the lot except a building accessory to
such dwelling. A dwelling or dwelling unit as an accessory use will be allowed
where permitted by this By-law in accordance with Section 5.19.
5.26 Non-Complying Buildings and Structures
Building on Existing Lots
Where a building has been erected prior to the date of the passing of this By-
law on a lot having less than the minimum frontage and/or area, or having less
than the minimum front yard, side yard, rear yard or usable open space required
by this By-law, the said building may be enlarged, reconstructed, repaired or
renovated provided said enlargement, reconstruction, repair or renovation does
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not serve to further reduce a required yard or required usable open space and
provided all other provisions of this By-law are complied with.
5.26.1 Building Floor Area
Where a building has been erected prior to the date of the passing of this By-
law with a gross or ground floor area less than the minimum required in the
applicable zone of this By-law, such building may be enlarged, repaired or
renovated provided said repair or renovation does not further reduce the
building's gross or ground floor area.
5.27
Non-Conforming Uses
5.27.1 Continuation of Existing Uses
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the use of any lot,
building or structure for any purpose prohibited by this By-law if such lot,
building, or structure was lawfully used for such purpose on the day of passing
of this By-law, so long as it continues to be used for that purpose.
5.27.2 Building Permit Issued
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the erection or use for a
purpose prohibited by this By-law of any building or structure, the plans for
which have prior to the passing of this By-law been approved and a permit
issued by the Township of Hamilton's Chief Building Official so long as the
building or structure when erected is used and continues to be used for the
purpose for which it was erected and provided that the erection of such a
building or structure is commenced within one year after the day of the passing
of this By-law and the building or structure is completed within a reasonable
time after the erection thereof is commenced.
5.27.3 Restoration to a Safe Condition
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the strengthening to a
safe condition of any non-conforming building or structure or part thereof
provided such strengthening generally does not increase the height, size or
volume, of such building or structure.
5.27.4 Rebuilding, Repair or Strengthen to Safe Condition Permitted on Lands Zoned
as Environmental Protection.
a) Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the rebuilding or repair of any legal non-
conforming building or structure that is damaged or destroyed, or the
strengthening to a safe condition of any building or structure which does not
conform to the provisions of this By-law, subsequent to August 1, 1993,
provided that the dimensions of the original building or structure are not
increased and the use of the building or structure not altered.
b) Wetlands Within Developed Areas
i.
Provincially significant wetlands within the Township of Hamilton have
been zoned Environmental Protection-Wetland.
ii.
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, all
lands exhibiting a Zone category with the (-W) sub-category may continue
to be used for those uses existing as of August 1, 1993.
iii.
New building, structures or uses, or additions, alternations or replacement
of existing buildings or structures notwithstanding Section 5.11 hereof to
the contrary shall only be permitted where an Environmental Impact Study
(EIS) or a Site Plan assesses to the satisfaction of the municipality, the
Ministry of Natural Resources, the Conservation Authority, the Health Unit
and Trent Severn Waterway (if on or adjacent to Rice Lake) that the
proposed development will have no impact on the Wetland.
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c) Wetland - Adjacent Lands
i.
All lands zoned Environmental Protection-Wetland (EP-W) represent
provincially significant wetlands.
ii.
New buildings, structures or uses or additions, alternations or replacement
of existing buildings or structures shall only be permitted within 120 metres
of lands zoned EP-W where an Environmental Impact Study (EIS) or a
Site Plan assesses to the satisfaction of the municipality in consultation
with the Ministry of Natural Resources, and the Conservation Authority,
the Health Unit and Trent Severn Waterway that the proposed
development will have no impact on the adjacent Wetland. In accordance
with the Provincial Policy Statement, new buildings, structures and uses or
additions, alterations or replacement of existing buildings or structures,
associated with established agricultural activities shall be permitted
without the need for an Environmental Impact Study on lands adjacent to a
Provincially Significant Wetland.
5.28
Oak Ridges Moraine Provisions
5.28.1 Single Detached Dwelling Permitted
Notwithstanding any provision of this By-law, a single detached dwelling is a
permitted use, as a principal use on lands identified as PA, MA, ER, RR, LSR,
WR, UR1, UR2 and as an accessory use on lands identified as RC, RHC,
WRC, RI, MXA, MXB, OS, HC, HI, WRC and CF on Schedule 'M' to this By-law
within the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan Area provided the single
detached dwelling complies with all other provisions of the applicable zone and
further, the applicant submits information at the time of building permit
application that the use, erection and location will not, to the extent possible,
adversely affect the ecological integrity of the Oak Ridges Moraine. This
information may include a natural heritage evaluation and/or hydrological
evaluation completed in accordance with the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation
Plan and will be approved by the Township in consultation with the local
Conservation Authority. Approval of the development is subject to site plan
approval by the Township.
5.28.2 Prohibited Uses
The following uses are prohibited on lands located within the Oak Ridges
Moraine Conservation Plan Area:
a) Generation and storage of hazardous waste or liquid industrial waste.
b) Waste disposal sites and facilities, organic soil conditioning sites and snow
storage and disposal facilities.
c) Underground and above-ground storage tanks that are not equipped with an
approved secondary containment device.
d) Storage of a contaminant listed in Schedule 3 (Severely Toxic Contaminants)
to Regulation 347 of the Revised Regulations of Ontario, 1990.
5.28.3 Expansion of Existing Buildings and Structures
a) The expansion of legally existing buildings and structures constructed prior to
November 15, 2001 is permitted on the same lot, provided that the applicant
demonstrates that:
i.
There will be no change in use; and
ii.
The expansion will not adversely affect the ecological integrity of the Plan
Area.
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b) Where the expansion of an existing building or structure or the establishment
of an accessory use, building or structure intrudes on areas within the Oak
Ridges Environmental Zone or the Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Plan
Review areas as shown on Schedules 'A' and M, the applicant shall submit a
natural heritage evaluation and/or a hydrological evaluation completed in
accordance with the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and will be
approved in conjunction with the local Conservation Authority. Approval of
the development is subject to site plan approval by the Township.
5.28.4 Mineral Aggregate Operation
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law, existing mineral aggregate
operations or existing wayside pits within the Oak Ridges Moraine Core Zone
may not be expanded beyond the boundary of the area under licence or permit.
5.28.5 Areas of High Aquifer Vulnerability
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the following
uses are prohibited within an Area of High Aquifer Vulnerability as indicated by
the zone shown on Schedule "L" attached hereto and forming part of this By-
law:
a) Generation or storage of hazardous or liquid industrial waste;
b) Waste disposal sites and facilities, organic soil conditioning sites, and
snow storage and disposal facilities;
c) Underground or above-ground storage tanks that are not equipped with an
approved secondary containment device; and
d) The use, creation, handling or storage of alfatoxin, tetrachlorodibenzo-p-
dioxin, pentachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin, hexachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin, or
tetrachlorodibenzo furan, or other containments listed in Schedule 3
(Severely Toxic Contaminants) to Regulation 347 of the Revised
Regulations of Ontario, 1990.
5.28.6 Landform Conservation Area
a) Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the
following provisions shall apply within a Landform Conservation Area
(Category 1) as indicated on Schedule "K" attached hereto and forming
part of this By-law.
i.
The net developable area of the site that is disturbed shall not exceed
twenty (25) percent of the total site area; and
ii.
The net developable area of the site that has impervious surfaces shall
not exceed 15 percent of the total site area.
b) Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the
following provisions shall apply within a Landform Conservation Area
(Category 2) as indicated on Schedule "K" attached hereto and forming
part of this By-law.
i.
The net developable area of the site that is disturbed shall not exceed
fifty (50) percent of the total sit
e area; and
ii.
The net developable area of the site that has impervious surfaces shall
not exceed twenty (20) percent of the total site area.
5.28.7 Infiltration Basins and Columns
New rapid infiltration basins and new rapid infiltration columns as defined in
Section 3B of this By-law, are prohibited on lands within the Oak Ridges
Moraine Plan Area, as shown on Schedule "A" to this By-law.
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5.28.8 Transportation Infrastructure and Utilities
a) Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, all new
transportation, infrastructure and utilities uses listed below, and all
upgrading or extension of existing transportation, infrastructure and utilities
uses, including the opening of a road within an unopened road allowance,
are prohibited on lands within an Oak Ridges Environmental Zone as
shown on Schedule "A" to this By-law:
i.
Public highways;
ii.
Transit lines, railways and related facilities;
iii.
Gas and oil pipelines;
iv.
Sewage and water service systems and lines and stormwater
management facilities;
v.
Power transmission lines;
vi.
Telecommunications lines and facilities, including broadcasting
towers;
vii.
Bridges, interchanges, stations, and other structures, above and
below;
viii.
Ground, that are required for the construction, operation or use of the
facilities listed in Clauses (i) to (vi) above; and
ix.
Rights-of-way required for the facilities listed in Clauses (i) to (vii)
above.
b) Notwithstanding Section 5.43.8 i) of this By-law to the contrary, publicly
initiated transportation, infrastructure, and utilities uses may be permitted
to cross an Oak Ridge Environmental Zone, as shown on Schedule "A" of
this By-law in accordance with all applicable policies of the Official Plan.
5.28.9 Oak Ridge Moraine
a) Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, lands
zoned Oak Ridge Moraine Environmental may be included in the
calculation of any zone provisions for adjoining lands, provided that such
lands used in the calculation are part of the same lot.
b) Notwithstanding any provision of this By-law to the contrary, all
development shall comply with all applicable Official Plan policies related
to the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan Area.
c) Where there is a conflict between this By-law and the Oak Ridges Moraine
Conservation Act, or the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan, the
more restrictive provisions shall prevail.
5.29 Obnoxious Uses
Notwithstanding anything contained herein, no land shall be used and no building
or structure shall be erected, altered or used for any purpose which is obnoxious,
and without limiting the generality of this subsection, for any purpose that creates
or is likely to become a nuisance or offensive, or both;
a) By the creation of noise or vibration in excess of the limits of The
Environmental Protection Act;
b) By reason of the emission of gas, fumes, smoke, dust or objectionable
odour in excess of the limits of The Environmental Protection Act, except
in the case of agricultural uses operating in compliance with the Guide to
Agricultural Land Use;
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c) By any combination of those described in Clauses 5.21(a) and 5.21(b) of
this subsection.
d) Other obnoxious uses as outlined in the Municipal Property Standards By-
law.
5.30 Off Street Parking Provision
For every building or structure to be erected for, altered for, or its use converted to
any of the uses specified in the following table, off-street parking facilities shall be
provided and maintained either on the same lot on which the principal use is
located or, where this is not possible, on a lot within 60 metres (196.9 feet) of the
lot on which the principal use is located and in accordance with the following table
and other provisions contained in this subsection unless otherwise specifically
provided.
5.31 Outdoor Woodburning Furnaces
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, an outdoor
wood burning furnace shall only be permitted to be located within Permanent
Agriculture and Marginal Agriculture Zones and shall comply with the following
regulations:
a) Minimum setback from:
i.
A lot line abutting a residential land use district permitting a single or
two unit dwelling 60 metres (196.9 feet); and
ii.
Any other lot line 30 metres (98.4 feet).
b) The installation of such unit shall require a building permit.
5.32 Parking Provisions
5.32.1 Parking Space Requirements
Type or Nature of Use
Minimum Off-Street Parking
Requirements
Assembly Halls including Lodges,
Labour Union Halls, Dance Halls,
Community Centres, Theatres,
Churches and Place of Worship;
One (1) space for every three (3)
persons of maximum design
capacity.
Automotive Sales Establishment
(new or used);
Minimum of ten (10) spaces plus
one (1) space for every employee
working on the premises during
the peak business period for
Automotive Sales Establishment
(new or used).
Boarding or Rooming House, Bed
and Breakfast or Tourist Home;
One (1) space for each bedroom.
Bowling and Billiard
Establishments;
One (1) space for every two (2)
persons of design capacity.
Design capacity shall mean six (6)
persons per bowling lane and two
(2) persons per billiard table.
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Type or Nature of Use
Minimum Off-Street Parking
Requirements
Business or Professional Offices;
One (1) space for every twenty-
three (23) square metres (247.6
square feet) of gross floor area or
where such conflicts with the office
of a doctor or dentist, there shall
be a minimum of three (3) parking
spaces provided on the same lot.
Club (private or commercial) or
Recreational Establishment;
One (1) space for every three (3)
persons to be accommodated in
the design capacity of the building.
Funeral Home;
One (1) space for every three (3)
chapel seating spaces or fraction
thereof with a minimum of 10
spaces.
Government or Public Utility
Buildings;
One (1) space for every twenty-
three (23) square metres (247.6
square feet) or gross floor area.
Home Occupation or Home
Industry;
One (1) space for every eighteen
(18) square metres (193.8 square
feet) or floor area devoted to the
use of a Home Occupation or
Home Industry.
Nursing Homes;
One (1) space for every two (2)
beds in a Hospital (public or
private).
Hotel, Motel, Inn or Resort;
One (1) space for every guest
room and one (1) space for every
eight (8) square metres (86.1
square feet) of gross floor area
devoted to public use.
Industrial Establishment;
One (1) space for every thirty-
seven (37) square metres (398.3
square feet) of gross floor area.
Marina;
One (1) space for every 2 docking
berths.
Post Offices, Museums, Art
Galleries & Libraries;
One (1) space for every thirty-
seven (37) square metres (398.3
square feet) of gross floor area.
Residential Dwelling Unit;
Two (2) spaces.
Restaurant, Tavern, banquet Hall,
Beverage Room, Lodge or
Meeting Area, excluding a Take-
Out Restaurant;
One (1) space for every four and
one half (4.5) square metres (48.4
square feet) of public floor area or
one (1) space
for every four (4) persons of design capacity, whichever is the greater with a
minimum of 10 spaces.
Retail Lumber and Building
Supply Outlets;
One (1) space for every twenty-
eight (28) square metres (301.4
square feet) of retail floor space
with a minimum of 6spaces.
Retail, Wholesale Sales, Service
Establishment or Studios
One (1) space for every twenty-
eight (28) square metres (301.4
square feet) of gross floor area.
Assembly hall or auditorium in
Schools;
One (1) space per classroom, and
one space for each 10 people of
maximum design capacity.
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Type or Nature of Use
Minimum Off-Street Parking
Requirements
Senior Citizen Multiple Dwellings;
Up to 30 dwelling units, parking
spaces shall equal 50% of the
number of dwelling units. Between
30 & 60 units, parking spaces
shall equal 40% of the number of
dwelling units.
Take-Out Restaurants;
One (1) space for every two (2)
square metres (21.5 square feet)
of gross floor area.
Retail Lumber and Building
Supply Outlets;
One (1) space for every twenty-
eight (28) square metres (301.4
square feet) of retail floor space
with a minimum of 6 spaces.
Retail, Wholesale Sales, Service
Establishment or Studios;
One (1) space for every twenty-
eight (28) square metres (301.4
square feet) of gross floor area.
Schools;
One (1) space per classroom, and
one space for each 10 people of
maximum design capacity of the
assembly hall or auditorium.
Senior Citizen Multiple Dwellings;
Up to 30 dwelling units, parking
spaces shall equal 50% of the
number of dwelling units. Between
30 & 60 units, parking spaces
shall equal 40% of the number of
dwelling units.
Take-Out Restaurants;
One (1) space for every two (2)
square metres (21.5 square feet)
of gross floor area.
One (1) space for every twenty-eight (28) square metres (301.4 square feet)
of gross floor area for uses permitted by this By-law other than those listed
above but excluding accessory uses to single detached dwellings; and
Warehouse or Bulk Storage Yards
One (1) space for every employee
working on the premises during
the peak business period.
5.32.2 Handicap Parking
Handicap parking spaces shall be provided for all commercial uses listed in
Section 5.31.1 at the rate of 1 space per 500 square metres (5,382.0 square
feet) with a minimum of 2 spaces. Handicap parking spaces should be a
minimum of 3.5 metres (11.5 feet) wide and be located in close proximity to the
commercial establishment.
5.32.3 Restrictions in Residential Zones
No person shall use any parking area or parking space in a UR1 or UR2 Zone
except in accordance with the following:
a) Not more than one vehicle per dwelling unit shall be a commercial vehicle
as defined in The Highway Traffic Act; and/or
b) The rated capacity of any such commercial motor vehicle shall not exceed
one ton.
5.33
Planned Width of Road
5.33.1 Notwithstanding any other provision contained in this By-law, no building or
structure shall be hereafter erected in any zone closer than:
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a) The requirement set out in the County By-law; for county roads and
b) From the requirement set out by The Township of Hamilton Public Works
department for township roads.
5.33.2 Notwithstanding the provisions of this by-law to the contrary, where a building,
structure or accessory use thereto is to be erected in a built-up area where
there is an established building line less than the required front yard and/or
exterior side yard requirement, such dwelling or accessory use is not to be
erected closer to the street line or to the centre line of the road or street, as the
case may be, than the established building line on the date of passing of this
By-law.
This provision shall not apply to those lands zoned Permanent Agriculture and
Marginal Agriculture.
5.34 Prohibited Uses
5.34.1 Except as otherwise specifically permitted in this By-law, the following uses are
prohibited in any zone;
Refining coal oil or petroleum products;
a) Tanning hides or skins;
b) Manufacturing gas;
c) manufacturing glue;
d) A track for the racing of motor vehicles, motorcycles, go-carts or
snowmobiles; and
e) Locating or storing on any land for any purpose whatsoever, any disused
railroad car, truck, bus or coach body, whether or not the same is situated
on a foundation.
5.34.2 In addition to the uses prohibited in Clause 5.20.1 of this subsection, any use is
prohibited which by its nature or the materials used therein is declared under
The Health Protection and Promotion Act to be a health hazard.
5.34.3 In addition to the uses prohibited in Clause 5.20.1 of this subsection, all uses of
land and the erection or use of any building or structure for a purpose not
permitted under the "Permitted Principal Use" subsection of one or more zones
established by this By-law are and shall be deemed to be prohibited in each
such zone, except for those uses of land and the erection or use of any building
or structure for a purpose expressly permitted under the applicable provisions
of this By-law.
5.35
Prohibitions
5.35.1 No person shall use any land or erect any building or structure within a zone
except for a permitted use established or erected in accordance with the
regulations provided by this By-law for the zone in which it is located.
5.35.2 No person, except a public authority engaged in the implementation of public
works or services shall reduce in area or frontage any lot already built upon,
either by conveyance or alteration, so that the lot coverage of the building
exceeds the maximum permitted by this By-law, or so that the area or frontage
of the lot will be less than the minimum permitted by this By-law for the zone in
which the lot is located.
5.35.3
Except in a commercial or industrial zone, not more than one permitted use
shall be allowed on a lot unless specifically permitted in this By-law. This
section shall not prohibit the establishment of a home occupation or home
industry in conjunction with a dwelling where such use is permitted.
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5.35.4 The purpose for which any land or building is used shall not be changed, no
new building or addition to any existing building shall be erected and no land
shall be severed from a lot, if such change, erection or severance creates a
situation that contravenes any of the provisions of this By-law applicable to
each individual remaining building, accessory building or lot.
5.35.5 Except as otherwise provided in this By-law, no building or structure shall be
erected, altered, extended or enlarged except upon a lot, nor shall any land be
used for any permitted use unless it comprises a lot as defined herein; but this
provision shall not prevent the use of any parcel or tract of land for agricultural
purposes, excluding the erection or enlargement of any building or structure
except a fence.
5.35.6 Removed
5.35.7 Notwithstanding anything contained in this By-law, no person shall use or
occupy any building for residential purposes:
a) Unless such building has been substantially completed and finished in all
respects in accordance with the plans and specifications filed upon
application for the building permit, and has an approved Occupancy
Inspection by the Chief Building Official or designate; and
b) Unless such building is serviced with electricity, a pressure well water
supply system, and an appropriate sanitary sewage disposal system.
5.35.8 Notwithstanding anything contained in the By-law, no person shall use any
building, structure or land for any purpose that would have a negative impact on
groundwater resources in the Township. As part of the building permit,
severance or rezoning process, the applicant may be required to obtain Ministry
of Environment and/or the Conservation Authority approval for any use.
5.35.9 Except as otherwise permitted in this by-law, no more than one principal
dwelling shall be permitted per lot.
5.36
Public Uses and Utilities
5.36.1 Notwithstanding anything contained in this By-law, the Township of Hamilton or
any local board thereof, or any joint Board of two or more municipalities, any
telephone or telegraph company, any transportation system owned, operated,
or authorized by or for the Township of Hamilton, any Department of the
Federal or Provincial Government or any Conservation Authority established by
the Government of Ontario, may, for purposes of public service, use any land or
erect or use any building or structure in any zone except Environmental
Protection-Wetland or Environmentally Sensitive Areas provided:
a) That such use, building or structure, shall be in compliance with the height,
coverage, landscaped open space and yard regulations prescribed for
such a zone;
b) That there shall be no open storage of goods, materials, or equipment in
the yards of any Residential Zone; and
c) That any building or structure erected or used in any Residential Zone
shall be of a character and shall be maintained in general harmony with
the buildings of the type permitted in the said zone.
5.36.2 Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the use of any land as a public park, a
public street or for the location of a properly authorized traffic sign or signal, or
any sign or notice of any Municipal, Provincial or Federal government
department or authority.