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Township of McNab/Braeside
Comprehensive Zoning By-law
#2025-54
Prepared by the County of Renfrew
Passed by the Council of the Corporation
of the Township of McNab/Braeside, and in effect
June 17, 2025
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 - Application, Interpretation and Enforcement ..................................................... 4
Section 2 - Definitions ................................................................................................................ 10
Section 3 - General Provisions .................................................................................................. 40
Section 4 - Parking, Queueing, and Loading Requirements ............................................... 69
Section 5 - Zone Classifications, Exceptions Zone Provisions................................................ 81
Section 6 - Requirements for Rural Residential (RR) Zone ..................................................... 83
Section 7 - Requirements for Limited Service Residential (LSR) Zone ............................... 101
Section 8 - Requirements for Mobile Home Park (MHP) Zone ........................................... 104
Section 9 - Requirements for General Commercial (GC) Zone ........................................ 106
Section 10 - Requirements for Highway Commercial (HC) Zone ...................................... 111
Section 11 - Requirements for Tourist Commercial (TC) Zone ............................................ 116
Section 12 - Requirements for Disposal Industrial (DM) Zone ............................................. 120
Section 13 - Requirements for Mineral Aggregate Pit (MP) Zone ..................................... 122
Section 14 - Requirements for Mineral Aggregate Pit - Reserve (MP-R) Zone ................ 124
Section 15 - Requirements for Mineral Aggregate Quarry (MQ) Zone ............................ 126
Section 16 - Requirements for Mineral Aggregate Quarry - Reserve (MQ-R) Zone ....... 128
Section 17 - Requirements for General Industrial (GM) Zone ............................................ 130
Section 18 - Requirements for Light Industrial (LM) Zone .................................................... 133
Section 19 - Requirements for Rural (RU) Zone .................................................................... 136
Section 20 - Requirements for Agriculture (A) Zone ............................................................ 144
Section 21 - Requirements for Community Facility (CF) Zone ........................................... 148
Section 22 - Requirements for Environmental Protection (EP) Zone ................................. 150
Section 23 - Requirements for Open Space (OS) Zone ...................................................... 152
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SECTION 1 - APPLICATION, INTERPRETATION AND ENFORCEMENT
1.1
Title of By-law
This By-law may be cited as "The Zoning By-law of the Township of McNab/Braeside" or
short title as the "Township of McNab/Braeside Zoning By-law".
1.2
Scope of By-law
1.2.1
Lands Subject to By-law
The provisions of this By-law shall apply to all lands lying within the corporate
limits of the Township of McNab/Braeside.
1.2.2
Conformity with By-law
No lands shall hereafter be used and no building or structure shall be erected,
altered, or used within the Corporation except in conformity with the provisions
of this By-law and except as permitted by this By-law.
1.2.3
Existing Uses Continued
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the use of any existing 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 or before the date of passing of
this By-law, so long as it continues to be used for that purpose.
1.3
Plans Approved Prior to the Passing of this By-law
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the erection or use of any building or structure for a
purpose prohibited by the provisions of this By-law, if the plans for such building or
structure were approved by the Corporation and a building permit was issued on or
before the date of passing of this By-law, provided that: (a) when such building or
structure is erected, it shall be used and shall continue to be used only for the same
purpose for which the said building or structure was intended when such building permit
was issued and shall not be altered in any way except in conformity with the provisions
of this By-law; and (b) the erection of such building occurs pursuant to the building permit
and said permit is not revoked or expired prior to construction.
1.4
Compliance with Other Restrictions
This By-law shall not be construed so as to reduce or mitigate any restrictions or regulations
in any By-law, permit, or license lawfully imposed or issued by the Corporation or by any
governmental authority having jurisdiction to make such restrictions or regulations.
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the erection, alteration, or use of a building or
structure, nor the use or alteration of a lot for which a minor variance has been granted
by the Committee of Adjustment.
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1.5
Enforcement
Any person or directors or officers of any corporation convicted of a violation of this By-
law is liable to penalties in accordance with the provisions of Sections 67 and 67.1 of the
Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended.
1.6
Inspection
a)
Subject to Subsection 1.6 (b) of this Section, and any other applicable provisions
of the Planning Act any officer or employee of the Corporation appointed by
Council to administer or enforce the provisions of this By-law, or any person
acting under his or her instructions, is hereby authorized, upon producing proper
identification, to enter at all reasonable times, upon any property or premises to
conduct an inspection of which he or she believes on reasonable grounds may
be non-compliant with this By-Law;
b)
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in Subsection 1.6 (a) of this Section, no
officer or employee of the Corporation shall enter any room or place actually
being used as a dwelling unit or part thereof without the consent of the
occupier, except under the authority of a search warrant issued under Section
49.1 of the 'Planning Act', or any successors thereto. The occupant shall be
informed that the right of entry may be refused and entry made only under the
authority of a search warrant.
1.7
Requests for Amendments
Every request for an amendment to this By-law shall be accompanied by a completed
copy of the appropriate application form provided by the Corporation, the required
supporting material and any associated fees.
1.8
Risk, Expense, and Compliance
The facilities, yards, or other matters required by this By-law shall be provided and
maintained at the sole risk and expense of the owner of the lands in respect of such
matters as are hereby required and the said owner shall at all times bear full responsibility
for ensuring compliance in all respects with this By-law.
1.9
Interpretation of By-law
1.9.1
Definitions
In this By-law, unless the context requires otherwise, the definitions and
interpretations set out in Part 2 hereof shall apply. Words not defined shall have
the customary meaning or as defined in a standard dictionary.
1.9.2
"Shall" is Mandatory
In this By-law, the word "shall" is mandatory.
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1.9.3
"Use" and "Occupy"
In this By-law, unless the context requires otherwise:
a)
The verb "use" shall include "design to be used", "arrange to be used",
"intend to be used", and "permit to be used"; and
b)
The verb "occupy" shall include "design to be occupied", "arrange to be
occupied", "intend to be occupied", and "permit to be occupied".
1.9.4
Schedules to By-law Part of By-law
Schedules which are attached hereto are hereby made a part of this By-law as
fully and to all intents and purposes as though recited in full herein.
1.9.5
Interpretation of Zoning Boundaries
Zone boundaries, where possible, are construed to be lot lines, street lines,
centrelines of streets or railway rights-of-way. In the case where uncertainty
exists as to the boundary of any Zone, then the location of such boundary shall
be determined by using the measurement tool on County Maps GIS website or
Township mapping.
1.9.6
Multiple Uses
Unless otherwise prohibited by this By-law and provided all the applicable
requirements of this By-law are satisfied, a lot, structure, or building may contain
more than one use permitted in the designated Zone. Where any land or
building is used for more than one purpose, use, or Zone, all provisions of this By-
law relating to each use shall be complied with except as otherwise provided
for in this By-law. Where there is conflict between the requirements of such uses
(e.g. lot size, lot frontage, or yards), the more restrictive requirements shall
prevail.
1.9.7
Typographical Corrections
Provided that the purpose, effect, intent, meaning and substance of this By-law
are in no way affected, the following technical revisions to this By- law are
permitted without a zoning by-law amendment:
a)
Changes to the numbering, cross-referencing, format and arrangement of
the text, tables, schedules and maps;
b)
Additions to and revisions of technical information on maps and schedules
including, but not limited to: infrastructure and topographic information,
notes, legends, shading and title blocks;
c)
Alterations of punctuation or language; and,
d)
Correction of grammatical, dimensional, boundary, mathematical or
typographic errors.
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1.9.8
Severability of Provisions
The provisions, sections or subsections of this By-law are hereby declared to be
separate from each other and the invalidity of any provision, Section or
Subsection does not affect the validity of any other provision, Section or
Subsection.
1.9.9
References to Other Legislation and Agencies
Where this By-law makes reference to legislation of the Government of Ontario
or the Government of Canada, such reference shall be deemed to include any
and all amendments or successors or changes in the titles, numbering, or
regulations thereunder. Where this By-law makes reference to the jurisdiction or
policy of a public agency and where the name or responsibilities of said public
agency are changed, the said reference shall be deemed to include any and
all successors to such public agency, legislation or policy.
1.9.10
Compliance with Zoning Requirements
The extent and boundaries of all Zones are shown on the Schedule attached
hereto. For all such Zones, both the general provisions and specific Zone
provisions shall be met. The provisions of this By-law shall be held to be the
minimum (or maximum, where applicable) requirements adopted by the
Municipality. Nothing shall prevent any person from erecting a building or
structure or from undertaking any development which is below the maximum
(or above the minimum where applicable) requirements of this By-law. Except
as otherwise provided in this By-law, no person shall hereafter use any land,
buildings or structure unless the use is permitted in the Zone in which it is situated.
1.9.11
Zone Symbols
The short form symbols used on the Schedule attached hereto refer to individual
Zones used in the By-law and may be used when describing or making
reference to any Zone herein.
1.9.12
Lots in More than One Zone
Where a lot is divided into more than one Zone, each such portion of the lot
shall be used in accordance with the provisions of this By-law for the Zone where
such portion of the lot is located. Each such portion of the lot shall be considered
as a separate lot for the purpose of measuring setbacks, yards, and lot
coverage. Notwithstanding the foregoing, where each such Zone contains
duplicated principal permitted uses, only one such principal use shall be
permitted on the lot. A permitted accessory use may be located in a separate
Zone contained within the lot.
1.9.13
Calculation of Numerical Requirements
All standards of measurement applied in this By-law shall be subject to the
normal rules of rounding numbers, within the degree of precision specified by
the number of digits following the decimal point, if any, so that:
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a)
for a whole number, measurements of less than 0.5 shall be rounded
downward to the next whole unit;
b)
for a whole number, measurements of 0.5 and greater shall be rounded
upward to the next whole unit;
c)
for a number having one decimal place, measurements of less than 0.05
shall be rounded downward to the next one-tenth unit;
d)
for a number having one decimal place, measurements of 0.05 and
greater shall be rounded upward to the next one-tenth unit; and
e)
for numbers expressed as a ratio or as a percentage, rounding shall not be
applied.
Where the application of this By-law results in less than a whole number, the
more restrictive requirement shall apply.
1.9.14
Measurement Units
This By-law uses the metric system to establish measurements when such
measurements form part of a regulation or a requirement.
1.9.15
Lots Affected by Government Action
Where a lot is reduced in area or frontage by a Government action, such as
road widening, property acquisition, or expropriation and the lot is below the
minimum lot frontage or area for the Zone as a result of such action, or is already
undersized and is made smaller as result of such action, the lot shall be deemed
to be in conformity with the requirements, provided all other applicable
requirements of the Zone and this By-law are satisfied.
1.9.16
Prohibited Uses
With respect to any lands to which this By-law applies, all uses are prohibited
unless specifically permitted in this By-law.
1.9.17
Explanatory Note
All Notes included in this By-law are intended for reference purposes only.
1.10
Penalties
Every person who violates any of the provisions of this By-law is guilty of an offense and
upon conviction is liable to a fine prescribed under the Planning Act or other applicable
statue. Where a conviction is entered under the Act, in addition to any other remedy or
any penalty provided by By-law, the applicable court may make an order prohibiting
the continuation or repetition of the offence by the person convicted. Penalties imposed
by conviction under this Section shall be recoverable under the Provincial Offences Act.
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1.11
Remedies
Where any building or structure is erected, altered, reconstructed, extended, or
enlarged, or any building or structure or part thereof is used, or any lot is used, in
contravention of any requirements or other provisions of this By-law, such contravention
may be removed or altered at the insistence of the Township pursuant to the provisions
of the Planning Act, or the Municipal Act. The contravention of any requirement of this
By-law may be restrained by action of any ratepayer of the Township pursuant to the
provisions of the Municipal Act.
1.12
Repeal of Former By-laws
By-law No. 2010-49 and all amendments thereto passed under Section 34 of the Planning
Act, or its predecessor, are hereby repealed and such repeal shall come into effect upon
the date that this By-law comes in to force.
Adoption of this By-law shall not prevent any pending or future prosecution of, or action
to abate any existing violation of the said By-laws if the violation is also a violation of any
of the provisions of this By-law.
1.13
Transition for Minor Variances
Notwithstanding Section 1.12 of this By-law, a minor variance to Zoning By-law 2010-49,
under Section 45(1) of the Planning Act that has been approved by the Township's
Committee of Adjustment and which is final and binding shall have its permission
recognized and continue for a period of 18 months from the date of passing of this Zoning
By-law.
1.14
Effective Date
This By-law shall take effect from the date of its passage by Council, subject to the
provisions of the Planning Act.
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SECTION 2 - DEFINITIONS
ABANDONED means the failure, in the opinion of the Zoning Administrator, to proceed
expeditiously with construction work during any continuous 12-month period.
ABATTOIR means a building, structure or lot or part thereof used for the slaughter of
livestock or other animals for the purpose of processing or rendering.
ACCESSORY when used to describe a use, building or structure, means a use, or a
detached building or structure that is customarily incidental, subordinate and
exclusively devoted to supporting the principal use, building or structure and located
on the same lot therewith. This does not include an accessory residence unless
otherwise specified.
ACCESSORY REPAIR GARAGE means a repair garage where major repairs of vehicles may
be performed, and is accessory to a licensed aggregate operation.
ADULT ENTERTAINMENT PARLOUR shall mean any premise or part thereof in which, in
pursuance of a business, trade, calling, or occupation, services appealing to or
designed to appeal to erotic or sexual appetites or inclinations are provided. This
definition does not include the exhibition, rental or sale of film or videos approved for
distribution pursuant to the Theatres Act, or the sale of magazines or other printed
material provided such sale does not contravene any law.
Services appealing to or designed to appeal to erotic or sexual appetites or
inclinations shall mean a performance, exhibition or activity of which a principal
feature or characteristic is the nudity or partial nudity of any person.
AGGREGATE means gravel, sand, clay, earth, shale, stone, limestone, dolostone,
sandstone, marble, granite and rock other than metallic ores.
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENT means the use of land, buildings or
structures for the wholesale or retail sales of goods that are necessary to support
agricultural uses and for the processing and sale of products derived from farm uses.
Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, these include such goods as farm
machinery and equipment, products used for the housing and husbandry of
livestock, poultry and fur bearing animals, and materials and equipment for sub-
surface drainage and such services as the selling, processing, storage and
transportation of seed, feed, crops, milk and eggs and livestock, and the selling of
fertilizer and chemical products.
AIR FILTRATION SYSTEMS means a system designed, approved and implemented in
accordance with a license issued by Health Canada as part of its requirements under
the Cannabis Act, for the purposes of controlling emissions, including odour, for a
licensed cannabis cultivation and production facility.
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AIRFIELD, PRIVATE means land used for the purpose of the landing, storing, taxiing or
taking-off of private aircraft and uses, buildings and structures accessory thereto, but
not an airport under the regulation of Transport Canada.
AIRPORT means the use of land licensed by Transport Canada for the landing and take-
off of commercial and/or private aircraft and shall include any buildings or structures
accessory thereto.
ALTER means any alteration in a bearing wall or partition or column, beam, girder or other
supporting member of a building or structure or any increase in area or volume of a
building or structure. When used in reference to a lot, the word alter means to
decrease the width, depth or area of any required yard, setback, landscaped open
space or parking area, or to change the location of any boundary of such lot with
respect to a street or lane. The words "altered" and "alteration" shall have a
corresponding meaning.
AMUSEMENT ARCADE means any premises or part thereof containing four or more
electronic, mechanical pinball or amusement machines operated for gain and
made available for the entertainment or amusement of the general public. This
definition shall not include establishments which sell such devices, provided that such
devices are not made available on the premises for use on a commercial basis by
the public.
ANIMAL HOSPITAL means a building or structure where domestic animals, birds or other
livestock are treated and where domestic animals or birds are kept for treatment only
and shall include the clinic of a registered veterinarian.
ANSI (AREA OF NATURAL AND SCIENTIFIC INTEREST) means an area of land or water
containing natural heritage landscapes or features that have been identified as
having life science or earth science values related to protection, scientific study or
education.
ANTIQUE FURNITURE RESTORATION WORKSHOP, CABINET-MAKING SHOP AND SHOWROOM
means an establishment engaged in the refinishing and restoration of antique
furniture and includes a cabinet-making shop, and a showroom for the storage, and
display of the finished product.
ARENA means a building, or part of a building, in which facilities are provided for such
purposes as ice skating, roller skating or curling but does not include any other
establishment otherwise defined or classified in this By-law.
ARTISAN SHOP OR STUDIO means a building or structure or portion thereof, where an artist
or skilled craftsperson creates unique articles and/or offers instruction in an art or
skilled craft and where such unique articles may be offered for sale. This may include
but is not limited to, a painter, a sculptor, a photographer, a gunsmith, a
cabinetmaker, a wood carver, a potter, an ornamental welder or any similar artist or
craftsperson whose workplace is not otherwise defined.
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ASPHALT MANUFACTURING PLANT means an industrial facility used for the production of
asphalt for immediate use in the paving of roads and driveways and the damp-
proofing of buildings or structures.
ASPHALT PLANT, PORTABLE means a facility operated by, or on behalf of, a public road
authority for a particular construction project, with equipment designed to heat and
dry aggregate and to mix aggregate with bituminous asphalt to produce asphalt
paving material and includes the stockpiling and storage of bulk materials used in
the process. Such a facility is not of permanent construction, but is designed to be
dismantled and moved to another location as required.
ASSEMBLY HALL means a building or part of a building in which facilities are provided for
such purposes as meetings of civic, education, political, religious or social purposes,
and shall include a banquet hall.
ATTACHED means a building otherwise complete in itself, which depends for structural
support, or complete enclosure, upon a division wall or walls shared in common with
an adjacent building or buildings.
AUTOMOTIVE-BODY SHOP means a building or structure used for the painting or repairing
of vehicle bodies or fenders, but shall not include a salvage yard.
AUTOMOTIVE-CAR WASH shall mean a building or structure containing facilities for
washing vehicles, either by production line methods and mechanical services or by
a self-service operation.
AUTOMOTIVE-COMMERCIAL GARAGE means a building where all functions of an
automotive service station may be carried out and where major repairs of vehicles
may be performed, including body work and welding but shall not include
dismantling of motor vehicles for scrap or the storage of motor vehicles awaiting
scrapping.
AUTOMOTIVE-GASOLINE BAR means one or more pump islands, each consisting of one
or more gasoline or diesel pumps, and shelter having a floor area of not more than
10 square metres, excluding washrooms, which shall not be used for the sale of any
product other than liquids and small accessories required for the operation of motor
vehicles and shall not be used for repairs, oil changes or greasing.
AUTOMOTIVE-SERVICE STATION means a building or place where gasoline, propane,
natural gas, diesel, grease, anti-freeze, tires, tubes, tire accessories, electric light
bulbs, spark plugs and batteries for motor vehicles are stored or kept for sale, or where
motor vehicles may be oiled, greased or washed, or have their ignition adjusted, tires
inflated or batteries changed, or where only minor or running repairs essential to the
actual operation of motor vehicles are executed or performed.
AUTOMOTIVE-STORE means an establishment primarily engaged in the retail sale of
vehicle parts, accessories and tools. Accessory uses may include service bays for
performing maintenance repair operations on motor vehicles.
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AUTOMOTIVE-VEHICLE SALES OR RENTAL ESTABLISHMENT means an establishment having
as its main use the storage of vehicles for sale or the storage of vehicles for rent or
lease. Accessory uses may include facilities for the repair or maintenance of such
vehicles.
BANK means an institution where money is deposited, kept, lent or exchanged.
BASEMENT means that portion of a building between two floor levels which is partly
underground.
BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT means an owner-occupied single-detached
dwelling in which there are up to four rooms for rent as short-term accommodation
for tourists or vacationers, and may include the provision of meals. The Bed and
Breakfast use shall remain subordinate to the primary use of the building as a single-
detached dwelling. This definition does not include any other establishment defined
in this By-law.
BERM means a landscaped mound of earth.
BOAT DOCKING OR LAUNCHING FACILITY means a structure for the mooring or launching
of boats or watercraft, attached to or forming part of the mainland or used in
conjunction with a use on the mainland.
BOAT HOUSE means a detached one-storey, accessory building or structure which is
designed or used for the sheltering of a boat or other form of water transportation
and the storage of household equipment incidental to the residential use of the
property and shall not be used for human habitation nor contain food preparation
or sanitary facilities.
BUFFER STRIP means an area to be used only for the purpose of screening land, buildings
or other structures by the planting and maintenance of trees or shrubs or the
construction and maintenance of a berm or fencing.
BUNKIE - See CABIN, SLEEP
BUILDING means any structure used or designed to be used for shelter, accommodation
or enclosure of persons, animals or chattels.
BUILDING ENVELOPE means the buildable area on a lot, defined by the minimum front
yard depth, rear yard depth and side yard width requirements and maximum height
requirements, within which a building can be erected.
BUILDING, MAIN means a building in which is carried on the principal purpose for which
the lot is used.
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BUILDING SUPPLY STORE means an establishment engaged in the selling of building
supplies including lumber, mill work, siding, roofing, electrical, heating, air
conditioning, and similar items.
BUSINESS OFFICE means an establishment used by an agency, business or organization
for the transaction of administrative, clerical or management business, the practice
of a profession and/or the provision of government or social services and other similar
services, but which does not include a medical office.
CABIN, SLEEP means a building containing not more than two sleeping rooms, which
building shall not include cooking facilities, sanitary facilities, and is not connected to
any plumbing facilities.
CAMPING ESTABLISHMENT means a tourist establishment consisting of at least five
camping lots and comprising land used or maintained as grounds for the camping
or parking of recreational vehicles and tents.
CANNABIS - LICENSED CULTIVATION AND PRODUCTION FACILITY means any building or
structure, licensed and/or authorized to grow, possess, sell, provide, ship, deliver,
transport, destroy, test, produce export and/or import cannabis for medical or non-
medical purposes, including related research as defined in applicable Federal
Regulations as amended from time to time. For the purpose of describing a licensed
cannabis cultivation and production facility, cultivation refers to the growing of
cannabis, whereas production refers to the processing and producing of cannabis
and cannabis related products.
CARPORT means a building or structure that is not wholly enclosed, and is used for the
parking or storage of one or more motor vehicles. Two (2) sides of the carport shall
remain open and unobstructed, and there shall not be any type of door where the
automobile enters.
CEMETERY means a cemetery, columbarium or mausoleum within the meaning of the
Cemetery Act of Ontario.
CHURCH means a building commonly used by any religious organization, as defined in
the Religious Organizations' Lands Act, for public worship, and may include a rectory
or manse, church hall, auditorium, day nursery or religious school associated with or
accessory thereto.
CLINIC means a building or part thereof, used exclusively by physicians, dentists, their
staff, and their patients for the purpose of consultation, diagnosis and office
treatment. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, a clinic may include
administrative offices, waiting rooms, treatment rooms, laboratories, pharmacies and
dispensaries directly associated with the clinic, but shall not include accommodation
for in-patient care or operating rooms.
COACH HOUSE means an Additional Dwelling Unit that is in a standalone structure,
separated from the primary dwelling unit.
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COMMUNITY CENTRE means any tract of land or buildings or any part of any buildings
used for community activities whether used for commercial purposes or not, and the
control of which is vested in the municipality, a local board or agent thereof.
COMMUNICATION TOWER means an installation which transmits and/or relays
communications such as a microwave relay tower, significant antenna, cellular
telephone or wireless internet tower, radio or television broadcast tower or similar
facility. These towers are subject to Industry Canada approvals and are not subject
to the requirements of this by-law.
COLD STORAGE LOCKER means a building or part of building used for cold storage.
CONCRETE MANUFACTURING PLANT means an industrial facility used for the production
of concrete for immediate use in the construction of buildings, structures, roads or
driveways. This definition also means the manufacturing of finished concrete
products and may include the retail sale of such products.
CONSTRUCT means to do anything in the erection, installation, extension or material
alteration or repair of a building and includes the installation of a building unit
fabricated or moved from elsewhere and "construction" has a corresponding
meaning.
CONTRACTOR'S YARD OR SHOP means an area of land of a contractor of any building or
construction trade where equipment and materials are stored, or where a contractor
performs shop or assembly work but does not include any other yard or establishment
otherwise defined or classified herein.
CONVENIENCE STORE means a retail commercial establishment supplying groceries,
sundries and other daily household necessities to the immediate surrounding area.
CORPORATION means the Corporation of the Township of McNab/Braeside.
COTTAGE means a building to accommodate one or more guests for temporary
occupancy,
a) that contains at least two rooms;
b) that is at least partially furnished; and
c) in which the guest may be permitted to prepare and cook food.
COTTAGE ESTABLISHMENT means a tourist establishment comprised of two or more
cottages owned or leased by the same person. Cabin establishment shall have a
corresponding meaning.
CRAFT SHOP means a building of part thereof in which a handicraft is conducted for gain
of profit and may include sales of such handicraft.
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CUSTOM WORK SHOP means a building or structure or part thereof where the
manufacturing of small quantities or articles is performed by the tradesman requiring
manual or mechanical skills, but does not include machining, stamping or forging of
materials.
DAY CARE (Private Dwelling) means care provided to five children or fewer under 10
years of age, in a private residence other than the home of the parent/guardian of
the child.
DAY NURSERY means a building or part thereof duly licensed by the Province of Ontario
for use as a facility for the day-time care of children.
DECK means a structure which has no roof or walls (except for visual partitions and
railings) and which is constructed on piers or a foundation above grade, with direct
access to the ground.
DECK - SUN means a structure which has walls and a roof, and is enclosed with screens
and/or windows but does not contain insulation, heating, or plumbing and which is
constructed on piers or a foundation above grade, with direct access to the ground
DRIVE-THROUGH means a building or structure or part thereof where goods and/or
services are offered to the public within a parked or stationery vehicle by way of a
service window or kiosk, where goods, money or materials are exchanged. Kiosks
within a parking garage or associated with a surface parking area are not considered
to be drive- through service facilities.
DRIVEWAY means a vehicle access provided between a street or lane and a parking
area or a loading space, or between two parking areas, but does not include a
parking aisle.
DWELLING means a building or part of a building containing one or more dwelling units.
DWELLING, ADDITIONAL UNIT means a second self-contained residential dwelling unit
ancillary and subordinate to a primary dwelling unit, in which food preparation,
eating, living, sleeping and sanitary facilities are provided for the exclusive use of the
occupants thereof, and which may also be located within structures accessory to a
dwelling such as a garage or other detached structure and includes a coach house
as defined in this By-law but does not include a garden suite or an accessory dwelling
unit as defined in the By-law.
DWELLING, APARTMENT means the whole of a building not otherwise defined herein,
which contains more than four (4) dwelling units served by a common entrance or
by an independent entrance directly from the outside in which the occupants have
the right to use in common any corridors, stairs or elevators contained therein, and
the yards appurtenant thereto.
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DWELLING, COACH HOUSE means an Additional Dwelling Unit that is a separate dwelling
unit detached from a primary dwelling unit and is located in its own building and on
the same lot as the primary dwelling unit.
DWELLING, DUPLEX means a building that is divided horizontally into two separate
dwelling units each of which has an independent entrance either directly from
outside or through a common vestibule.
DWELLING, GARDEN SUITE means a temporary, detached, and portable/removable
housing unit which is accessory to and shares servicing with a principal residential
dwelling unit. For the purposes of this By-Law, a Garden Suite does not include a
Dwelling, Additional Dwelling Unit, recreational vehicles, travel trailers, tent trailers or
motor homes.
DWELLING, SINGLE DETACHED means a single dwelling unit which is freestanding,
separate and detached from other main buildings or main structures and includes a
prefabricated single dwelling unit but does not include a mobile home.
DWELLING, SEMI-DETACHED means a building that is divided vertically into two separate
dwelling units each of which has an independent entrance either directly from the
outside or from a common vestibule.
DWELLING, PRIMARY UNIT means a single detached dwelling, a townhouse dwelling unit,
or a semi-detached dwelling unit but does not include, a garden suite, a boarding
house, a converted dwelling, a coach house, a seasonal dwelling, an accessory
dwelling unit or any other dwelling unit type as defined in this By-law.
DWELLING, TRIPLEX means a building that is divided horizontally into three separate
dwelling units each of which has an independent entrance either directly from
outside or through a common vestibule.
DWELLING, TWO UNIT (THREE UNIT, FOUR UNIT) means a building containing two dwelling
units (or three dwelling units or four dwelling units respectively).
DWELLING, MULTIPLE ATTACHED means a building that is divided vertically into more than
three (3) dwelling units, each of which has a separate and independent entrance at
finished grade and separated from the adjoining unit or units by a common
unpierced wall with no interior access between each dwelling unit. Townhouse shall
have a corresponding meaning.
DWELLING, LIMITED SERVICE means a single detached dwelling that:
a) has no frontage on a municipally maintained street, and
b) the owner is responsible for services, such as snow clearing and road
maintenance, and for ensuring that the road condition is adequate for access
by emergency vehicles including fire, ambulance and police;
c) has a means of access to the lot that is not part of the municipal street network.
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DWELLING, MODULAR means a prefabricated single detached dwelling designed to be
transported once only to a final location and constructed so as the shortest side of
such dwelling is not less than six metres in width.
DWELLING UNIT means a suite of habitable rooms which:
a) is located in a building;
b) is used or intended to be used in common by one or more persons as a single,
independent and separate housekeeping establishment;
c) contains one food preparation area;
d) sanitary facilities provided for the exclusive common use of the occupants
thereof; and
e) has a private entrance directly from outside the building or from a common
hallway or stairway inside the building.
DWELLING UNIT, ACCESSORY means a dwelling unit accessory to a permitted non-
residential use.
DWELLING UNIT AREA means the aggregate of the floor area of all habitable rooms,
hallways and lobbies within a dwelling unit, excluding the thickness of any exterior
walls.
EATING ESTABLISHMENT means a building or part of a building where food is offered for
sale or sold to the public for consumption either on or off the premises and includes
a restaurant, café, cafeteria, ice cream parlour, tea or lunch room, dairy bar, coffee
shop, snack bar, but does not include a boarding house.
EATING ESTABLISHMENT, TAKE-OUT means a building or structure used for the sale of food
to the general public and from which food is made available to the customer from
within the building. This includes a mobile food vehicle. No provision is made for
consumption of food on the site except for a mobile food vehicle.
ERECT means build, construct, reconstruct, alter, enlarge or relocate and without limiting
the generality of the foregoing, shall include any preliminary physical operations such
as grading, excavating, berming, piling, cribbing, filling or drainage, or any altering
of any existing building by an addition, deletion, enlargement, extension or other
structural change.
ESTABLISHED BUILDING LINE means the average distance from the street line to existing
buildings on the same side of a street within 150 metres of a lot, where a minimum of
3 dwellings have been built within this area prior to the date of passing of this By-law.
Where the established building line is being calculated for water setback, the
average distance is to be measured in accordance with the foregoing, except that
it will be calculated using the distances between the high water mark and existing
buildings.
EXISTING means existing as of the date of final passing of this By-law.
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EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL FACILITY means a building, structure or facility used for processing
aggregate and includes the screening, sorting, washing, crushing, storing and other
similar operations related to an extractive industrial operation.
FACTORY OUTLET means a building accessory to a permitted industrial use where the
products manufactured by that industry are kept and offered for wholesale or retail
sale.
FARM means land used for the tillage of soil; the growing and harvesting of field crops,
vegetables, fruits, horticultural crops and trees; the grazing, breeding, raising,
boarding or training of livestock and horses; dairying; beekeeping, fish farming; any
other operation that is normal farming practice; and includes one farm dwelling as
well as barns, sheds and other accessory structures. A farm use includes a hobby
farm.
FARM BUSINESS means any gainful occupation, trade or service that is carried on within
an operating farm as a means of diversification but which is small in scale and clearly
secondary to the main farm use. A farm business may include the storage of vehicles,
equipment or commodities within a building or fully enclosed structure, a welding
shop, a custom workshop, a general service shop, a blacksmith, a farm produce sales
outlet, the processing of farm produce, an artisan shop or studio, a kennel, a riding
stable, the repair of vehicles or farm equipment, a bed and breakfast establishment,
or other use of similar character to the foregoing.
FARM - ON-FARM DIVERSIFIED USE means a use that is secondary to the principal
agricultural use of the property. On-farm diversified uses include, but are not limited
to home occupations, home industries, agri-tourism uses, uses that produce value-
added agricultural products, electricity generation facilities and transmission systems,
and energy storage systems. On-farm diversified uses must be located on a farm
property that is actively in agricultural use. For example, the on-farm diversified uses
do not apply to small residential lots.
FARM - AGRICULTURE RELATED USE means a farm-related commercial or farm-related
industrial use that is directly related to farm operations in the area, support
agriculture, benefit from being in close proximity to farm operations, and provide
direct products and/or services to farm operations as a primary activity.
Examples of a farm-related commercial use include: retailing of agriculture products
(e.g. farm supply co-ops, farmers' market, retailers of value-added products like wine
or cider made from produce grown in the area), livestock assembly yards, and farm
equipment repair shops.
Examples of a farm-related industrial uses may include such industrial operations that
process farm commodities from the area such as: abattoirs, feed mills, grain dryers,
cold/dry storage facilities, fertilizer storage/distribution facility, food and beverage
processors (e.g. wineries and cheese factories) and agricultural biomass pelletizers.
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Residential, recreational and institutional uses are not considered an agriculture-
related use.
FARM LIMITED means land used for growing and harvesting field, bush, vine, forest or tree
crops or grazing and does not include a farm dwelling and accessory buildings and
uses.
FARM PRODUCE SALES OUTLET means a stand set up as an accessory use on a farm, used
for the sale or produce from that same agricultural use.
FINANCIAL INSTITUTION means the premises of a bank, trust company, finance company,
mortgage company or investment company.
FLOOD means a temporary rise in the water level resulting in the inundation of areas that
are adjacent to a water course and not ordinarily covered by water.
FLOOD FRINGE means the outer portion of the flood plain between the floodway and the
upper elevation of the flood plain limit. Depths and velocities of flooding are
generally less severe in the flood fringe than those experienced in the floodway.
FLOOD PLAIN means the area of land within a watershed which is subject to inundation
during a flooding event. This area shall be calculated as being the area that would
be flooded with an expected average frequency of once in a hundred years. Lands
subject to flooding shall have a corresponding meaning.
FLOODPROOFED means the installation of power service metering equipment, major
electrical appliances, etc., such that they are not located below the flood plain
design elevation but this does not prohibit the installation of electrical wall outlets
equipped with ground fault plugs; the design and installation of heating, air
conditioning, ventilation, plumbing, sewer and water systems which consider flood
susceptibility; sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems having openings below the
flood plain elevation which are provided with automatic back flow preventers; water
supply systems which are designed to prevent contamination by flood waters; fuel-
fired furnaces which are provided with float operated automatic control valves
which shut off the fuel supply in the event of flooding; septic systems which are
designed to operate during flood conditions and which prevent sewer discharges
which could result in a health hazard; and no building openings below the regulatory
flood elevation.
FLOODWAY means the channel of a watercourse and the inner portion of the flood plain
adjacent to the watercourse where flood depths and velocities are more severe
than in the flood fringe. These flood depths and velocities are considered to have
the potential to threaten lives and/or damage property.
FLOOR AREA GROSS means, for a dwelling, the total area of the storeys exclusive of
basements, attic, garages, sunrooms, unenclosed verandas or porches; and for a
building other than a dwelling, the total area of all the floors contained within the
outside walls of the building. Only that floor area having a clear height to the ceiling
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of at least two and one-quarter metres (2.25 metres) may be used to calculate floor
area.
FLOOR AREA, GROSS LEASABLE means the total floor area of a building including
basements, mezzanines and upper floors, minus common areas including public
walkways, malls, public toilets, truck and service facilities, joint service facilities,
elevator shafts and lobbies, boiler rooms, maintenance rooms, mechanical or
electrical or utility rooms and any parking for autos within the building.
FLOOR AREA, NET means only the habitable or useable floor space in a building exclusive
of any foyer, hallways, stairwell, closet, washroom or toilet room and shall be
measured from the inside walls.
FOOD CATERING ESTABLISHMENT means any premises where food is prepared for
banquets, weddings, etcetera and where such food is prepared for consumption off
the premises.
FRONT of BUILDING means the side of the building that faces the front lot line, for the
purposes of this By-law.
FRONTAGE see LOT FRONTAGE.
FORESTRY means the management, development and cultivation of timber resources to
ensure the continuous production of wood or wood products, provision of proper
environmental conditions for wildlife, protection against floods and erosion,
protection and production of water supplies, and preservation of the recreation
resources.
FUEL DEPOT means the use of land, structures or buildings for the purpose of distributing
fuels from a fuel storage tank on the premises.
FUEL STORAGE TANK means a tank for the bulk storage of petroleum gasoline, fuel oil, gas
or inflammable liquid or fluid but does not include a container for inflammable liquid
or fluid legally and properly kept in a retail store or a tank for storage merely
incidental to some other use of the premises where such tank is located.
FURNITURE OR WOOD PRODUCTS SHOP means an establishment where items are
constructed primarily from wood, including such products as cabinets, furniture,
caskets, trim, or sash and door works.
FUNERAL HOME means any premises where preparation of a human body for internment
or cremation is undertaken.
GARAGE, PRIVATE means an enclosed structure used primarily for the storage of one or
more vehicles and storage of household equipment incidental to the residential
occupancy, but no business, occupation or service is conducted for profit, unless
permitted as a Home Industry.
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GARAGE, PUBLIC means a municipal or provincial facility used for the storage and
servicing of road construction and maintenance equipment and materials.
GARDEN CENTRE means an establishment primarily used for the retail sale of gardening
equipment, products and planting materials, including greenhouses for the
cultivation of such materials.
GOLF COURSE means a public or private area operated for the purpose of playing golf
including an accessory club house, driving range, miniature course or combination
thereof.
GRAVEL PIT means any open excavation made for the removal of any unconsolidated
aggregate including earth, clay, sand, and gravel in order to supply material for
construction, industrial or manufacturing purposes, but shall not include an
excavation incidental to the erection of a building or structure for which a building
permit has been granted by the Corporation or an excavation incidental to the
construction of any public works.
GROUP HOME means a single housekeeping unit in a residential dwelling in which up to
nine unrelated residents, excluding staff or the receiving family, temporarily or
permanently reside under responsible supervision consistent with the requirements of
its residents.
HAULED SEWAGE means untreated sanitary waste from a septic tank, privy or holding
tank.
HAULED SEWAGE/SEPTAGE DISPOSAL AREA means an area where hauled sewage or
septage shall be permitted to be spread and where the disposal site has been
approved by the Ministry of the Environment.
HEIGHT means, when used with reference to a building, the vertical distance between
the average elevation of the finished surface of the ground at the Front of Building
and,
a) in the case of a flat roof, the highest point of the roof surface or the parapet,
whichever is the greater;
b) in the case of a mansard roof, the deck roof line;
c) in the case of a gable, hip or gambrel roof, the mean height between the eaves
and the ridge; and
d) in the case of any other type of roof, the highest point of the roof surface.
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HOME DISPLAY AND SALES OUTLET means an establishment or premises where
prefabricated dwellings including cottages and mobile homes are erected or
located for display purposes only and from which orders can be placed for the
purchase and delivery of such dwellings or parts and accessories associated
therewith.
HOME FOR THE AGED means a "home for the aged" as defined under the Homes for the
Aged and Rest Homes Act, as amended from time to time.
HOME INDUSTRY means a gainful occupation including a day nursery, carpentry,
electrical shop, woodworking, window framing, welding, plumbing, machine or auto
repair shop, riding stables and a kennel with a maximum of four outdoor runs; a
service shop; blacksmithing; or a storage building for school buses, boats or
snowmobiles and may be conducted in whole or in part in a dwelling unit or an
accessory building to a single detached dwelling or to a permitted farm use.
HOME OCCUPATION means any occupation for gain or support which is carried on as an
accessory use either within a dwelling or dwelling unit and operated by persons
residing in a dwelling or dwelling unit. Such home occupation uses may include a
service or repair shop; a personal service shop; the office or consulting room of a
doctor, day care (private dwelling), dentist, chiropractor, drug-less practitioner,
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lawyer, real estate agent, insurance agent, planner, architect, photographer,
teacher, music or dance instructor or engineer, but does not include a clinic, a
hospital, a nursing home, a tea room, kennel, a taxi stand or a small internal
combustion engine repair shop.
HOSPITAL means a hospital as defined in the Private Hospitals Act, a sanitarium as defined
by the Private Sanitarium Act or a hospital as defined by the Public Hospital Act and
includes facilities for mental health and addiction treatment.
HOTEL means a tourist establishment that consists of the following: 1) one or more than
one building containing four or more accommodation units grouped under one roof
and accessible from the interior or partially from the exterior, and 2) may or may not
have facilities for serving meals.
HUNTING & FISHING CAMP means a building or structure intended to provide basic shelter
and accommodation on an occasional basis for a person or group of persons
engaged in hunting, fishing or other outdoor recreational activities. Such structure
may be described as being of light frame construction without any interior finish on
its walls and ceiling.
INSTITUTIONAL USE means the use of buildings or structures for a public or non-profit
purpose and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, may include such uses
as schools, places of worship, indoor recreation facilities, community centre, hospitals
and government buildings.
KENNEL means an establishment in which dogs or other domesticated animals are
housed, groomed, boarded, bred or trained for gain or profit.
LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE means open space comprised of lawn and/or ornamental
shrubs, flowers and trees and may include space occupied by paths, walks, courts
and patios, but shall not include parking areas, traffic aisles, driveways, ramps or
storage of equipment, vehicles or other materials.
LANE means a public thoroughfare which affords only a secondary means of access to
abutting lots and which is not intended for general traffic circulation.
LAUNDROMAT means a building or structure where coin-operated laundry machines,
using only water, detergents and additives are made available to the public for the
purpose of laundry cleaning.
LIVESTOCK means chickens, turkeys, cattle, hogs, mink, rabbits, sheep, horses, goats or
any domestic animal used or raised for consumption or for commercial purposes.
LIVESTOCK FACILITY means barns, buildings or structures where livestock are housed and
shall also include beef feedlots and the associated manure storage facilities.
LODGE HOUSE means a building in which bedrooms, common areas, dining areas, games
areas and meals are available for the guests of an establishment.
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LOGGING HAULER means an area of land and/or building of a logging hauler where
equipment and materials belonging to the logging hauler are stored and may
include repairs to logging equipment belonging to the logging hauler. This definition
does not include other logging activities such as a sawmill or the storage of logs on
the ground or in storage buildings.
LOT means a parcel or tract of land:
a) which is a whole lot as shown on a Registered Plan of Subdivision, but a
Registered Plan of Subdivision for the purposes of this paragraph does not include
a Registered Plan of Subdivision which has been deemed not to be a Registered
Plan of Subdivision under a By-law passed pursuant to Section 50 of The Planning
Act.
b) which is a separate parcel of land the owner of which does not retain the fee or
equity of redemption in, or a power or right to grant, assign, or exercise a power
of appointment with respect to any abutting land, or
c) the description of which is the same as in a deed which has been given consent
pursuant to the Planning Act.
LOT AREA means the total horizontal area within the lot lines of a lot. In the case of a
corner lot having street lines rounding at the corner with a radius of six (6) metres, or
less, the lot area of such land shall be calculated as if the lot lines were produced to
their point of intersection.
LOT, CORNER means a lot having street frontage adjoining the point of intersection of two
or more streets.
LOT COVERAGE means the percentage of the lot area covered by buildings, including
accessory buildings.
LOT FRONTAGE means the horizontal distance between the side lot lines measured along
the front lot line. Where the front lot line is not a straight line, or where the side lot lines
are not parallel, the lot frontage shall be measured along a line seven and one-half
(7.5) metres back from and parallel to the street line.
LOT, INTERIOR means a lot situated between adjacent lots and having access to one
street.
LOT LINE means any boundary of a lot or a vertical projection thereof.
LOT LINE, EXTERIOR means a lot line abutting a street or street allowance or private road
that is not a front lot line.
LOT LINE, FRONT means the lot line that divides the lot from the street or street allowance
or private road with the following clarifications:
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a) in the case of a corner lot, the shorter lot line that abuts the street shall be
deemed the front lot line and the longer lot line that abuts the street shall be
deemed the exterior side lot line;
b) in the case of a corner lot with two street lines of equal lengths, the lot line that
abuts the wider street or abuts a Provincial Highway or abuts a County Road shall
be deemed to be the front lot line, and in the case of both streets being under
the same jurisdiction, or of the same width, the lot line where the principal access
to the lot is approved shall be deemed to be the front lot line;
c) in the case of a corner lot abutting a 0.3 metre reserve the lot line so abutting the
0.3 metre reserve shall be deemed an exterior side lot line and the other line
abutting the street shall be deemed the front lot line;
d) in the case of a through lot, the longer boundary dividing the lot from the street
shall be deemed to be the front line and the opposite shorter boundary shall be
deemed to be the rear lot line. In case each of such lot lines should be of equal
length the lot line where the principal access to the lot is approved shall be
deemed to be the front lot line; and
e) in all other cases, the lot line where the principal access to the lot is approved
shall be deemed to be the front lot line.
LOT LINE, REAR means, in the case of a lot having four or more lot lines, the lot line furthest
from and opposite to the front lot line. In the case of a lot with less than four lot lines,
there shall be deemed to be no rear lot lines.
LOT LINE, SIDE means a lot line other than a front or rear lot line.
LOT, THROUGH means a lot bounded on two opposite sides by a street or road allowance.
If any lot qualifies as being both a "Lot, Corner" and a "Lot, Through" as hereinbefore
defined, such lot shall be deemed a "Lot, Corner" for the purpose of this By-law.
MAIN BUILDING means a building in which the principal use is conducted on the lot on
which the building is located. In the residential zone the dwelling is the main building.
MANUFACTURING PLANT means a building or structure in which a product is fabricated
or materials are processed or assembled and from which such product is shipped to
a wholesale or retail outlet.
MANUFACTURING PLANT, LIGHT means a building or structure in which materials or
component parts are manufactured, assembled or processed to produce finished
products suitable for the retail trade but does not include any industry involving
stamping presses, furnaces or other machinery that emits dirt, dust or noxious fumes
into the air or that results in noise or vibration beyond the property in excess of Ministry
of the Environment guidelines.
MARINA means a building, structure or place, containing docking facilities and located
on a waterbody, where boats and boat accessories are berthed, stored, serviced,
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repaired or kept for sale or rent, where boat trips may be offered, and where facilities
for the sale of marine fuels and lubricants may be provided.
MEAT PRODUCTS PLANT means a canned meat factory, sausage factory, meat
processing plant and any other factory where meat or poultry are cooked, cured,
smoked or otherwise processed or packed but does not include a stock-yard,
abattoir, tannery or hide processing plant, a poultry-killing establishment, an animal
food factory or an animal by-products plant.
MINI STORAGE ESTABLISHMENT means one or more than one building containing separate
spaces of varying sizes that are offered by lease or rent to persons for the storage of
chattels. Self-service storage building shall have a corresponding meaning.
MOBILE HOME means any dwelling that is designed to be made mobile and constructed
or manufactured to be used in like manner as a single detached dwelling for the
permanent accommodation of one or more persons, notwithstanding that the
running gear is or may be removed, or that such dwelling is or may be fixed on a
finished and permanent foundation or has become in any other manner so adapted
and affixed to the land upon which it is situated that it is, or has become, an immobile
and permanent structure, and includes any mobile home as defined in Section 46(1)
of the Planning Act amended from time to time, or any successors thereto.
MOBILE HOME PARK means a lot containing two or more mobile home sites and which is
under single management and ownership, used for the siting of mobile homes
together with commercial-recreational and service uses for Mobile Home Park
residents, including any building, structure or enclosure forming a part of such a
mobile home park.
MOBILE HOME SITE means an area of land which shall be considered a lot within a mobile
home park occupied by or intended for occupancy by one mobile home together
with all yards and open space required by this By-law.
MOTEL means a tourist establishment that consists of the following:
a) one or more than one building containing four or more attached
accommodation units accessible from the exterior only, and
b) may or may not have facilities for serving meals.
MUTUAL DRIVEWAY means an ingress or egress that is common to two or more owners of
abutting lands as a right-of-way registered against the title of the lands.
NAVIGABLE WATERWAY means a navigable body of water or stream as deemed under
the Navigable Waters Protection Act.
NON-CONFORMING means that which does not conform, comply or agree with the
regulations of this Bylaw as of the date of final passing thereof.
NURSERY see GARDEN CENTRE.
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NURSING HOME means a nursing home as defined under the Nursing Home Act, as
amended from time to time.
OFFICE, BUSINESS means an office where one or more persons are employed in the
management, direction or conducting of any agency, business, brokerage, labour
or fraternal organization and shall include a newspaper plant, a radio and television
broadcasting studio or theatre.
OFFICE, PROFESSIONAL means any office where professionally qualified persons,
technical assistants and clerical staff are employed and where clients or patients
seek advice, consultation, or treatment. Notwithstanding the foregoing, said office
shall not be a hospital or any other use defined herein.
OPEN SPACE means a parcel or area of land essentially unimproved or unoccupied by
any building, structure or driveway.
OPEN STORAGE means the storage of goods, merchandise or equipment in the open air
and in unenclosed portions of buildings which are open to air on the side.
OUTDOOR FURNACE means a solid fuel burning appliance located outside of the building
it serves and is used for the space heating of buildings and/or domestic water
heating and does not include the incineration of waste as defined in Section 25 of
the Environmental Protection Act, c.E.19., R.S.O. 1990. This definition also applies to
outdoor furnaces located in any accessory building.
PARK means a recreational area that consists largely of open space and which may
include a picnic area, swimming pool or area, playground, play field or similar use,
but shall not include a mobile home park or recreational vehicle park.
PARK, PRIVATE means a park other than a public park.
PARK, PUBLIC means a park owned or controlled by the Corporation or by any Ministry,
Board, Commission or Authority established under any statute of Ontario or Canada.
PARKING AREA means an area provided for the parking of motor vehicles and
encompassing at least the required number of parking spaces and all driveways,
aisles, manoeuvring areas, entrances, exits and similar areas for access to parking
spaces, but shall not include any part of a street or private road.
PARKING SPACE means an area exclusive of driveways or aisles, for the temporary
parking or storage of motor vehicles.
PERMITTED means permitted by this By-law.
PERSON means an individual, an association, a chartered organization, a firm, a
partnership or a corporation.
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PET GROOMING ESTABLISHMENT means the practice of cleaning and maintaining the
pets of customers entirely within the building premises, but does not include a place
for the selling, breeding, or overnight boarding of animals.
PLACE OF ENTERTAINMENT means an athletic, recreational or social club operated for
gain or profit as well as a motion picture or other theatre, auditorium, billiard or pool
room, bowling alley, ice or roller skating rink, curling rink, or dance hall, but does not
include any place of entertainment or recreation or other use otherwise defined or
classified in this By-law.
PLACE OF WORSHIP means a building or structure designed and constructed or erected
for the sole purpose of public or private worship of a Supreme Deity or deities.
PORTABLE GARAGE means a supporting metal or wood framework with a fabric cover
made of canvas, nylon, clear plastic or similar material for the storage of one or more
vehicles and storage of household equipment incidental to the residential
occupancy.
PRINTING SHOP means a building or part of a building used for printing.
PRIVATE ROAD means a registered right-of-way not dedicated and accepted as, or
otherwise deemed at law to be a public highway, that serves as a privately
maintained motor vehicle access-route to one or more abutting, legally conveyable
parcels of land. New private roads shall have a minimum width of 10 metres (33 feet).
PRIVATE CLUB means a building or part of a building used as a meeting and social place
exclusively for members of a chartered organization and their guests, and shall
include a fraternal lodge (eg. Free Masons), a fraternity or sorority house, hostel, and
a labour union hall.
PROPANE TANK shall mean a structure consisting of a tank/cylinder used for the storage
of propane gas.
PROVINCIALLY SIGNIFICANT WETLAND means an area identified as Provincially Significant
by the Ministry of Natural Resources using evaluation procedures established by the
Province or evaluated by others and approved by the Ministry of Natural Resources.
PUBLIC AUTHORITY means the Council and any School Board, Public Utility Commission,
Transportation Commission, Public Library Board, Board of Parks Management, Board
of Health, County of Renfrew, Planning Committee or other board or commission or
committee of the Township of McNab/Braeside established or exercising any power
or authority under any general or special statutes of Ontario with respect to any of
the affairs or purposes of the Municipality or a portion thereof, and includes any
committee or local authority established by By-law of the Municipality.
PUBLIC BUILDING means any building or structure owned or leased by a municipal
corporation, the County of Renfrew, Province of Ontario or the Government of
Canada and in which government activities are carried out.
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PUBLIC UTILITY means a waterworks, a water supply system, sewage works, electrical
power or energy generating, transmission or distribution system, street lighting system,
natural or artificial gas works or supply system or a telephone system, and includes
any lands, buildings or equipment required for the administration or operation of any
such system.
QUARRY means any open excavation made for the removal of any consolidated rock or
mineral including limestone, sandstone or shale, in order to supply material for
construction, industrial or manufacturing purposes, but shall not include an
excavation incidental to the erection of a building or structure for which a building
permit has been granted by the Corporation or an excavation incidental to the
construction of any public works.
RECREATION, ACTIVE means the use of land, water and/or building for the purpose of
organized active leisure activities and shall include an arena, a golf course, a sports
field, and motorized vehicle trails.
RECREATION, PASSIVE means the use of land and/or water for the purpose of passive
leisure activity and shall include a park, a garden, a picnic area and the like,
equestrian and hiking trails, as well as a playground with activity equipment for
children. Passive recreation may include private trails for motorized vehicles
(ATV/dirt bike) provided they are not a course/track that results in noise concerns.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE means any vehicle constructed to be attached and propelled
by a motor vehicle and that is capable of being used by persons for living, sleeping
or eating, even if the vehicle is jacked-up or its running gear is removed. It includes
any vehicle designed, intended and used as accommodation exclusively for travel,
recreation and vacation and which is either capable of being drawn by a passenger
vehicle or is self-propelled and shall include travel trailers, park model trailers, tent
trailers, vans, motor homes, Tiny Homes, and similar transportable accommodation
excepting a mobile home.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPGROUND means a parcel of land under single ownership
which is designed, developed and maintained or intended to provide
accommodation on a temporary or seasonal basis, for recreational vehicles and/or
tents plus accompanying towing or carrying vehicles. It may also include accessory
uses such as an administration office, clubhouse, snack bar, laundry, convenience
and souvenir shop, swimming pool, washrooms, showers, managers dwelling and
recreational facilities. Recreational Vehicle Park and Trailer Park shall have a
corresponding meeting.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SITE means a plot of ground within a recreational vehicle
campground or a camping establishment intended for exclusive occupancy by the
renter(s), and on which accommodations and vehicles can be placed.
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FACILITY means an establishment used by religious groups for
study, relaxation, meditation and similar activities, including dining and lodging
facilities, accommodation for staff and compatible accessory uses.
REQUIRED means required by this By-law. REQUIREMENT shall have a corresponding
meaning.
RESORT means a tourist establishment catering to the vacationing public, designed as a
destination-oriented operation and/or being within an area recognized as a
destination for vacations, and providing meals and sleeping accommodations that
may consist of lodge houses, guest rooms or cottages, but shall not include any other
use defined herein.
RESTAURANT see EATING ESTABLISHMENT.
RETAIL STORE means a building or part of a building in which goods, wares, merchandise,
substance, articles or things are offered or kept for sale at retail, but does not include
any establishment otherwise defined herein or specifically named elsewhere in this
By-law.
ROAD, PUBLIC see STREET.
ROAD ALLOWANCE see STREET ALLOWANCE.
ROOM, HABITABLE means a room which is designed for:
a)
living;
b)
sleeping;
c)
eating;
d)
or for sanitary purposes; and
ROOM, NON-HABITABLE means any room located within a dwelling unit that is not a
habitable room, including, but not so as to limit the generality of the foregoing, a
laundry room, a pantry, a lobby, a stairway, a closet, a verandah, a recreation room,
a porch, a balcony, a private garage, an unfinished attic, a boiler room and any
space used for the service and maintenance of such dwelling or for vertical travel
between storeys.
ROOMING HOUSE means a principal dwelling within the whole of a residential use
building that contains at least four rooming units, and which may also contain
dwelling units and an administration office accessory to the operation of the house.
ROOMING HOUSE, CONVERTED means the whole of a residential use building or the
whole or part of any other building that was converted to a rooming house.
ROOMING UNIT means a room, or a suite of rooms, that constitutes a separate,
independent residential occupancy, but which is not self-contained and which
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requires access to other parts of the principal dwelling or building intended to serve
the residents, including shower or bathtub facilities, kitchens, eating areas or
bathrooms.
SALVAGE YARD means a lot and/or premises for the storage and/or handling and/or sale
of scrap or used materials, which, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, shall
include waste paper, rags, wood, bottles, bicycles, vehicles, tires, metal and/or other
scrap material and salvage includes a junk yard, scrap metal yard and a wrecking
yard, including ancillary automotive sales and service establishment and premises.
SAWMILL means a building, structure or area where timber is cut or stored, either to
finished lumber or as an intermediary step.
SCHOOL means a school under the jurisdiction of a Public or Separate School Board, a
college or a university or any other school established and maintained either wholly
or partially at public or private expense whether or not the same is also a boarding
school, and includes any dormitory building accessory to a school.
SECURITY FENCE means fencing that is required by Health Canada as part of its license
requirements under the Cannabis Act.
SENIOR CITIZEN'S HOME means any home for senior citizens sponsored and administered
by any public agency or any service club, church or other profit or non-profit
organization, either of which obtains its financing from Federal, Provincial or
Municipal Governments or agencies, or by public subscription donation or residents
payments, or by any combination thereof, and such homes shall include auxiliary
uses such as club, kitchen, dining and/or lounge facilities, usually associated with
Senior Citizens development.
SEPARATION DISTANCE means the horizontal distance between buildings or structures or
physical features measured from the closest point of the exterior wall of such building
or structure, or from the closest point of such physical feature.
SERVICE SHOP, GENERAL means a building or part of a building used for the servicing or
repairing of articles, goods or materials, and in which no product is manufactured
and includes radio, television and appliance repair shops, a laundromat, but does
not include any automotive uses as defined by this By-law.
SERVICE SHOP, PERSONAL means a building or part thereof in which services are provided
and administered to the individual and personal needs of persons, and without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, includes barber shops, hairdressing
establishments and workrooms for shoe repair and shoe shining shops, tailor shops,
bakery shops and photographic studios.
SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEM, PRIVATE means a sanitary disposal system including a septic
tank and tile bed disposal system approved by the Township's Sewage System
Authority.
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SEWAGE SLUDGE means the aqueous suspension of residual solids generated from the
treatment of municipal or industrial wastewater.
SHIPPING CONTAINER means a container with strength suitable to withstand shipment,
storage, and handling. Shipping containers include large reusable steel boxes used
for intermodal shipments. This definition also includes sea cans.
SHOPPING CENTRE means a group of commercial and service establishments related in
size and type, primarily to the specific commodity needs of the community and
designed, developed and managed as a unit whether by a single owner, a group of
owners or tenants acting in collaboration and shall include as a primary
establishment a department store. Generally, but not prerequisite, the public access
to individual functions within a Shopping Centre will be from an enclosed common
mall area.
SHOPPING PLAZA means a group of commercial and service establishments or uses,
related in size and type, primarily to the day to day needs of a residential area and
designed, developed and managed as a unit, whether by a single owner, a group
of owners or tenants in collaboration. Access to individual functions generally may
be from an open mall area.
SHORELINE ACTIVITY AREA means the area along the shoreline on privately owned land
in which shoreline structures are permitted. The shoreline activity area shall be that
area between the high water mark and the required water setback. The shoreline
activity area does not include the shorelines of "at capacity" lakes.
SHORELINE STORAGE SHED means a storage shed located within the shoreline activity
area used to store yard maintenance equipment, paddles, life jackets, water
skis/wakeboards, boat coverings, and similar aquatic accessories, but shall not
include a boathouse or be used for human habitation. The floor area of a shoreline
storage shed shall not exceed 15 square metres.
SHORELINE STUCTURE means those detached accessory structures that are located in the
shoreline activity area and includes pump houses, gazebos, decks, shoreline storage
shed, sauna, and similar buildings and structures, but does not include parking areas,
private waste disposal systems, structures that require a pressurized water system
(Pool, Steam Bath, hot tub), stairs required for water access, and power lines. A dock
or boat launching facilities are not considered shoreline structures.
SNOW DISPOSAL FACILITY means a facility to which snow is transported for storage from
other off-site locations.
STABLE, COMMERCIAL means a building or part of a building in which horses or ponies are
boarded or kept for commercial purposes, including riding and show.
STABLE, PRIVATE means a building or part of a building in which horses or ponies are kept
for private use and not for remuneration, hire or sale.
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STREET means a public highway or public road under the jurisdiction of either the
Corporation, the County of Renfrew or the Province of Ontario, and includes any
highway as defined in the Municipal Act, as amended, but does not include a lane,
a driveway or a private road.
STREET ALLOWANCE (ROAD ALLOWANCE) means land held under public ownership for the
purpose of providing a street.
STREET, IMPROVED means a public road which has been constructed in such a manner
so as to permit its use by normal vehicular traffic on a year-round basis, and is
maintained by the Municipality, including snow ploughing, on a year-round basis.
STREET, MINIMUM MAINTENANCE means a public road that is under the jurisdiction of the
Township and that is maintained to a standard acceptable for normal summer use
only. STREET, SEASONAL shall have a corresponding meaning.
STREET LINE means the limit of the road or street allowance and is the dividing line
between a lot and a street.
STRUCTURE means anything constructed or erected, the use of which requires location
on or in the ground or attached to something having location on or in the ground.
Any underground structure or part of a structure located in the ground shall be
exempt from all setbacks as defined in this By-law with the exception of Section 3.27.5
Water Setback. A retaining wall that requires a permit under the Ontario Building
Code is considered to be a structure. Landscaping features including patios and
retaining walls that do not require a building permit are not considered structures.
SWIMMING POOL, OUTDOOR shall mean a privately owned structure, erected or installed
above ground or wholly or partly below ground, capable of being used for
swimming, wading, diving, or bathing, and which, when filled, is capable of
containing a depth of 0.46 metres or more of water. An outdoor swimming pool shall
not contribute to the calculation of lot coverage.
TAILINGS AND SLAG PILES means waste material or residue resulting from the reduction of
metals from their ores.
TARPAULIN GARAGE means a structure designed to be temporary, that consists of a
frame that a tarp or other fabric/cloth material is covering.
TAVERN OR PUBLIC HOUSE means a tavern or public house as defined in the Liquor
Licence Act, but does not include a hotel or eating establishment.
TAXI STAND means the permanent location of the taxi business and the source of
dispatch.
TINY HOME means an alternative form of housing that is self-sufficient in terms of
servicing and is transportable. A tiny home may be on wheels or be jacked-up or its
running gear is removed. A tiny home is considered a recreational vehicle for the
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purposes of this by-law and the provisions applicable to a recreational vehicle shall
apply.
TOP OF SLOPE means a line delineated at a point where the oblique of the slope meets
the horizontal plane.
TOURIST ESTABLISHMENT means a commercial building, structure or area of land designed
for the accommodation of travelling or vacationing public.
TOWNSHIP means the Corporation of the Township of McNab/Braeside.
TRAILER means any vehicle so constructed as to be suitable for attachment to a motor
vehicle for the purpose of being drawn or propelled by the motor vehicle, except a
mobile home or farm implement.
TRAILER, PARK MODEL, means a trailer constructed to CSA Z-241 standard that is built on
a single chassis mounted on wheels, designed for relocation from time to time,
designed as living quarters for seasonal camping with the possibility for connection
to services, and has a gross floor area, including lofts, not greater than 50 square
metres when in setup mode and having a width greater than 2.6 metres in transit
mode. A park model trailer is deemed to be a building or structure for the purposes
of this By-law, as authorized by Section 34(4) of the Planning Act.
TRAILER (STORAGE) means any vehicle so constructed as to be suitable for attachment
to a motor vehicle for the purpose of being drawn or propelled by the motor vehicle,
except a mobile home or farm implement.
TRAILER, TENT OR TRAVEL - See definition of Recreational Vehicle
TRAILER PARK see RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPGROUND.
TRAINING CENTRE means a place where an employer provides job-related training or
instruction to its employees that is designed to improve job performance or enhance
the career advancement opportunities of those employees.
TRANSFER STATION means a waste disposal site used for the purpose of transferring waste
from one vehicle to another for transportation to another waste disposal site.
TRUCK TERMINAL means a building, structure or place where trucks or transports are
rented, leased, kept for hire, or stand or park for remuneration, or from which trucks
or transports, stored or parked on the property, are dispatched for hire as common
carriers or where goods are stored temporarily for further shipment.
USE means the purpose for which a lot or a building or structure, or any portion thereof, is
designed, arranged, intended, occupied or maintained. USED shall have a
corresponding meaning.
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VEHICLE means a passenger automobile or other motor vehicle, a boat, a farm
implement, a commercial motor vehicle, a recreational vehicle, a snowmobile, a
trailer and any other device that is capable of being propelled or driven by any kind
of power but not any other device powered solely by human effort except a boat.
WAREHOUSE means a building or part of a building used primarily for the operation of
general merchandise warehousing, cold storage and other storage facilities and also
includes a centre for the distribution of wholesale goods and commodities for resale
to retailers; to industrial, commercial, institutional, or professional users; to wholesalers.
WASTE DISPOSAL SITE means any land approved by the Ministry of the Environment upon,
into, or in which waste may be deposited or processed.
WATERBODY means a lake, canal, pond, wetland, river, watercourse, seasonal
watercourse or municipal drain as defined by the Drainage Act, but does not include
an artificially constructed swale or ditch intended for intermittent and minor surface
drainage of residential lots.
WATERCOURSE means the natural channel for a stream of water.
WATER - HIGH WATER MARK means the mark made by the action of water under natural
conditions on the shore or bank of water, which action has been so common and
usual and so long continued that it has created a difference between the character
of the vegetation or soil on one side of the mark and the character of the vegetation
or soil on the other side of the mark. The high water mark includes the riparian area
associated with a water feature and includes features such as beaches, wetlands,
swamps, and bogs. These features may be above the normal water's edge but are
considered to be within the normal high water mark to which the water setback is
applicable.
WATER - NORMAL WATER'S EDGE means the edge where a water body has standing
water and is used by surveyors to determine property boundaries
WATER FRONTAGE means the straight line horizontal distance between the two most
widely separated points on any one shoreline of a waterfront lot.
WATER SETBACK means the straight line horizontal distance from the high water mark of
a watercourse, bay or lake to the nearest part of any excavation, building, structure
or open storage use on the lot.
WATER SYSTEM, COMMUNAL means a private water distribution supply system in which
water is piped to more than one dwelling or business operation.
WAYSIDE PIT, QUARRY means a temporary gravel pit or quarry opened and used by a
public road authority solely for the purpose of a particular project or contract of road
construction and not located on the road right-of-way.
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WETLANDS means lands that are seasonally or permanently covered by shallow water, as
well as lands where the water table is close to or at the surface. In either case, the
presence of abundant water has caused the formation of hydric soils (soils in which
there is an abundance of moisture) and has favoured the dominance of either plants
that commonly grow in water or in water logged soil, or water tolerant plants. The
four major categories of wetland are swamps, marshes, bogs and fens.
Periodically soaked or wet lands being used for agricultural purposes which no longer
exhibit wetland characteristics are not considered to be wetlands.
WELDING SHOP means a building or structure or part thereof where metal products are
joined, repaired or shaped by welding but no mass productions shall be involved.
WILDERNESS CENTRE means an establishment that is devoted to providing educational
programs and passive recreational experiences relating to the natural environment.
The provision of accommodation, in the form of wilderness camping and/or lodge
houses, is integral to the experience rather that being the sole purpose of the
establishment. A WILDERNESS CENTRE must have a remote setting, a high proportion
of open space and/or natural areas, and an overall undeveloped appearance. A
WILDERNESS CENTRE may be operated for gain or profit.
WRECKING ESTABLISHMENT means a building and/or lot used for the wrecking or
dismantling of vehicles as defined herein, and for the storage and sale of scrap
material, salvage and parts obtained therefrom, but shall not include any other
automotive use defined herein.
YARD means an open space on the same lot with a building or structure or excavation,
unoccupied and unobstructed except as for such accessory buildings, structures or
uses specifically permitted in this By-law.
YARD, FRONT means a yard extending across the full width of a lot between the front lot
line and the nearest part of any main building, structure or excavation on the lot.
FRONT YARD DEPTH means the shortest horizontal distance between the front lot line
of the lot and the nearest part of any main building, structure or excavation on the
lot.
YARD, REAR means a yard extending across the full width of a lot between the rear lot
line and the nearest part of any main building, structure or excavation on the lot;
REAR YARD DEPTH means the shortest horizontal distance between the rear lot line of
the lot and the nearest part of any main building, structure or excavation on the lot.
YARD, SIDE means a yard extending from the front yard to the rear yard of a lot and from
the side lot line of such lot to the nearest part of any main building, structure or
excavation on the lot. SIDE YARD WIDTH means the shortest horizontal distance
between a side lot line and the nearest part of any main building, structure or
excavation on the lot.
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YARD, EXTERIOR SIDE means a yard adjacent to a street between the nearest part of any
main building, structure or excavation on the lot and a street, a 1-foot reserve or a
road allowance, extending from the front yard to the rear lot line. EXTERIOR SIDE
YARD WIDTH means the shortest horizontal distance between a side lot line on the
flank side yard side and the nearest part of any main building, structure or excavation
on the lot.
YARD, INTERIOR SIDE means a side yard other than an exterior side yard.
YARD, REQUIRED means a yard with the minimum front yard depth, rear yard depth or
side yard width required by the provisions of this By-law. A required side yard shall
extend from the required front yard to the required rear yard.
ZONE means an area delineated on a Zoning Map Schedule and established by this By-
law for a specific use or group of uses.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR means the officer or employee of the Corporation charged with
the duty of enforcing the provisions of this By-law.
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ILLUSTRATION OF YARDS, REQUIRED YARDS
AND RELATED TERMINOLOGY
Note: The above illustration is for clarification purposes only.
(SIDE LOT LINE)
REQUIRED SIDE YARD WIDTH
REQUIRED FRONT YARD DEPTH
(FRONT LOT LINE)
REQUIRED SIDE YARD WIDTH
(REAR LOT LINE)
REQUIRED REAR YARD DEPTH
LOT DEPTH
(EXTERIOR SIDE LOT LINE)
STREET
STREET
(REAR LOT LINE)
REAR YARD DEPTH
REQUIRED REAR YARD DEPTH
(SIDE LOT LINE)
(SIDE LOT LINE)
SIDE YARD WIDTH
SIDE YARD WIDTH
FRONT YARD DEPTH
B UILD IN G
B UILD IN G EN VELOP E
(plan view)
B UILD IN G EN VELOP E
(plan view)
REQUIRED FRONT YARD DEPTH
REQUIRED INTERIOR SIDE YARD WIDTH
REQUIRED EXTERIOR SIDE YARD WIDTH
(FRONT LOT LINE)
LOT FRONTAGE
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SECTION 3 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
3.1
Application
The requirements contained in the General Provisions shall apply to all zones, except as
otherwise indicated.
3.2
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures
Accessory uses, buildings and structures shall be permitted in any Zone provided that:
3.2.1
No accessory use, building or structure shall be built on a lot until the principal
or main use has been built or is under construction.
3.2.2
No accessory building or structure shall contain a habitable room except where
specifically permitted elsewhere in this by-law (i.e. an accessory dwelling unit,
sleep cabin). A garden suite or additional dwelling unit permitted under
Section(s) 3.9 of this By-law are not considered to be an accessory use or
structure and are required to meet the zoning provisions for the primary use.
a)
Notwithstanding Section 3.2.2 to the contrary, for waterfront lots on
lakes and rivers that are not "at capacity", as designated by the
Province of Ontario, and have an area equal or greater than 4000 m2
(1 acre) may have a sleep cabin that does not exceed 18 m2 (194
square feet) and 4.5 metres in height (14.7 feet). The sleep cabin shall
not be available for rent or leased.
3.2.3
Provisions for Accessory Uses, Buildings or Structures
RR, LSR
RU, A
All Other Zones
(1) Minimum Required setback
from a front lot line
Same as required for principal building
(2) Minimum required setback
from an Exterior Side Lot Line or
a Rear Lot Line abutting a street
Same as minimum exterior side yard setback
(3) Minimum required setback
from an Interior Side Lot Line or
Rear Lot line (not abutting a
street)
0.6 m
1.2 m
(Does not apply
to agricultural
buildings or
structures)
1.2 m
a) For a marine facility (dock
or launching) where it abuts
a watercourse
0 m
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RR, LSR
RU, A
All Other Zones
b) For shared garages or
carports erected on a
common side lot line
0 m
c) For children's play
structure, aboveground
swimming pools, hot/tubs
located within a
building/structure
1.2 m or a distance equal to the height of the structure
(whichever is greater)
(4) Minimum Required distance
from any other building
located on the same lot
(except a hot tub)
1.2 m
(5) Maximum permitted height
(see also 3.11 - Exceptions to
Height)
5 m
9 m
(Does not apply
to agricultural
buildings or
structures)
6 m
(6) Maximum permitted size
(*not including outdoor
swimming pool or hot tub)
Aggregate of
all accessory
buildings shall
not exceed a
cumulative
floor area of
70 m2
Aggregate of all
accessory
buildings not to
exceed a lot
coverage of 5%
or 400 m2,
whichever is less
(Does not apply
to agricultural
buildings or
structures)
No maximum
(7) Maximum Number of
Accessory Buildings permitted
on a lot (*does not apply to an
outdoor swimming pool or hot
tub)
2
4
(Does not apply
to agricultural
buildings or
structures)
3
3.2.4
The provisions under section 3.2.3 shall not apply to a partially enclosed shelter
for use by children waiting for a school bus in any Rural (RU) or Agriculture (A)
Zone nor to any farm produce sales outlet, provided the structures have less
than 9.3 m2 gross floor area.
3.2.5
Accessory Buildings and structures shall not be considered accessory if
attached to the main building.
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3.2.6
Accessory buildings and structures shall not be constructed on lands subject to
slope failure or to flooding.
3.2.7
Notwithstanding Section 3.2.2 to the contrary, for waterfront lots on lakes and
rivers and have an area equal or greater than 4000 m2 (1 acre), one sleep cabin
that does not exceed 18 m2 (194 square feet) and 4.5 metres in height (14.7
feet) shall be permitted. Sleep cabins shall not be permitted on waterbodies
identified as "at capacity", as designated by the Province of Ontario. The sleep
cabin shall not be made available for rent or lease.
3.2.8
Notwithstanding Section 3.2.2, an outhouse/pit or privy (as defined under the
Ontario Building Code) is a permitted accessory building in the RU, A, and LSR
zones.
3.2.9
Tarpaulin garages shall be prohibited in all zones, except the Agriculture (A) and
Rural (RU) zones and the tarpaulin garage will be maintained in an orderly
fashion.
3.2.10
A shipping container/storage trailer may be used as an accessory building in
the Rural (RU) Zone, Agriculture (A) Zone, a Commercial Zone, or an Industrial
Zone provided that:
a)
A shipping container/storage trailer shall not be located within 20
metres of a front lot line;
b)
Where a shipping container/storage trailer cannot be located 20
metres from a front lot line, the shipping container/storage trailer must
be located in a rear yard and be a minimum of 3.0 metres to any side
or rear lot line;
c)
Shipping containers/storage trailers shall be visually screened from any
street or from any adjacent lot where such adjacent lot is in a zone
other than an Industrial Zone;
d)
Visual screening may include vegetative material, a berm, fencing, or
other opaque barrier, and shall be a minimum height of 2.0 metres;
e)
A shipping container/storage trailer shall not be used for the display of
advertising;
f)
Notwithstanding the above, a shipping container/storage trailer may
be used as a Temporary Construction Use in accordance with the
provisions of this By-law.
3.3
Automotive - Service stations, Gasoline bars, and Commercial
garages
Where service stations, gasoline bars and commercial garages are permitted in this By-
law, the following provisions shall apply in addition to Zone provisions:
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3.3.1
No portion of any pump island shall be located closer than 7 metres from the
street line of any street.
3.3.2
The minimum distance from the intersection of two street lines or from straight
line projections of such, to the nearest ingress or egress ramp shall be not less
than 10.0 metres (ie. entrance or exit point).
3.3.3
The maximum width of a ramp at the street line shall be not more than 10.0
metres and the minimum width not less than 7.5 metres.
3.3.4
The minimum distance between ramps shall be not less than 9.0 metres.
3.3.5
The minimum interior angle of a ramp to a street line shall be 45.0 degrees and
the maximum interior angle of a ramp to the street line shall be 90.0 degrees.
3.3.6
The minimum distance between any side lot line of the property at the street
line and the nearest ramp shall be 3.0 metres.
3.3.7
The area included between ramps, or between ramps and a street line or a
property line, as required by this By-law, shall be used for landscaped open
space only, to a minimum width of 1.0 metre.
3.3.8
Facilities relating to the handling and transfer of propane and natural gas,
including tanks and associated compressors, pumps and other similar facilities
must not be located in any required front, side corner side or rear yard, nor
closer than 30 metres to any lot line abutting a residential zone.
3.3.9
Despite subsection 3.3.8, the minimum of 30 metres may be reduced to a
minimum of 15 metres where it can be demonstrated that appropriate noise
abatement measures have been undertaken to ensure that noise levels at the
boundary of the residential zone do not create a nuisance for uses in that
abutting residential zone.
3.4
Backyard Chickens / Urban Agriculture
3.4.1
The keeping of backyard chickens shall be permitted in all zones as an
accessory use to a main permitted use. For the purposes of this section,
backyard chickens shall not include roosters.
3.4.2
Minimum lot area requirements for backyard chickens are as follows:
Lot Size
Permissions/Requirements
Less than 0.4 Ha
-
Maximum of 6 chickens
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3.4.3
Notwithstanding Section 3.26.1(a) of this By-law to the contrary, Minimum
Distance Separation (MDS 1) shall not apply to the keeping of backyard
chickens and related structures where the number of kept chickens is 12 or less.
3.4.4
This section does not limit the number of chickens where a farm is a permitted
use.
3.4.5
Location of the backyard chicken coop shall comply with the setbacks for
accessory buildings as specified in Section 3.2 of this by-law.
3.4.6
The keeping of Honeybees shall be permitted in all zones.
3.4.7
Minimum lot area requirements for backyard honeybee keeping are as follows:
3.4.8
Hives are required to be located:
3.4.8.1
A minimum of 3 metres from any property line;
3.4.8.2
A minimum of 10 metres from a property line adjacent to a road or
highway; and
3.4.8.3
A minimum of 30 metres to a property line separating the land on
which the hives are placed or left from land occupied as a dwelling
or used for a community center, public park or other place of public
assembly or recreation.
0.4 Ha to less than
0.8 Ha
-
Maximum of 12 chickens
0.8 Ha to less than
2.0 Ha
-
Maximum of 20 chickens
2.0 Ha and greater
-
No limit on the number of backyard
chickens
Lot Size
Permissions/Requirements
0.4 Ha to less than
0.8 Ha
-
Maximum of 5 hives
0.8 Ha to less than
2.0 Ha
-
Maximum of 15 hives
2.0 Ha and greater
-
No maximum number of hives
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3.5
Barrier Free Access
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the establishment of barrier-free entrances on any
given property in accordance with the requirements of the Ontario Building Code.
Barrier-Free entrances shall include barrier-free hoists, lifts, ramps, railings, and associated
landings. Where the barrier-free structures encroach in to any minimum required setback,
the encroachment shall be kept to the minimum extent required that satisfies the Ontario
Building Code.
3.6
Buildings to be Moved
No building or structure shall be moved within the limits of the Municipality or shall be
moved from outside the Municipality into the Municipality unless the building or structure
is a permitted use and satisfies all of the requirements of the Zone in which it is to be
located.
3.7
Corner Sight Triangles
No obstruction to the vision of motor vehicle operators higher than 0.75 metres above
grade, including but not limited to, buildings, structures or vegetation, is permitted within
the triangle formed by that part of the lot lines measured along each street from the
intersection of those lines at the street corner, or the projection of those lines, for the
distance of 6 metres, and a line drawn between those two lines to form the base of a
triangle. For the purposes of this subsection, an agricultural crop, chain link fence or other
similar feature that can be seen through is not considered an obstruction.
At the intersection of two County roads, the sight triangle dimensions shall be 10 metres
by 10 metres.
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3.8
Crown Lands
Regardless of anything else in this By-law, including the Schedules, Crown Lands are not
subject to the provisions of this By-law.
3.9
Dwellings Per Lot
3.4.3
No more than one (1) building used as a dwelling, containing one or more
dwelling units shall be erected on any lot.
a)
Notwithstanding the above, apartment dwellings are permitted to
have more than one building provided all other provisions of this by-
law are met.
b)
Notwithstanding the above, a second building being a coach house
or contains an Additional Dwelling Unit is permitted in accordance
with the Additional Dwelling Unit provisions below
3.4.4
Additional Dwelling Units without full services (municipal water and sewer):
For lots that are not on full municipal water and sewer services (i.e. have a
combination of a well, septic system, or both), an Additional Dwelling Unit shall
be permitted in all zones that permit a single detached dwelling, semi-
detached dwelling or a townhouse dwelling unless specifically prohibited
elsewhere in this By-law, and shall be subject to the following criteria:
3.9.4.1
An Additional Dwelling Unit shall only be permitted where adequate
servicing is or can be made available to accommodate the
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additional dwelling unit, including, but not limited to water, waste
water, stormwater and electricity.
3.9.4.2
Minimum lot area and location requirements for additional dwelling
units on lots with private services (well and/or septic) are as follows:
3.9.4.3
An Additional Dwelling Unit may not be severed from the lot with the
primary dwelling. (See County of Renfrew Official Plan policy
2.2(24)(2)(e))
3.9.4.4
That an Additional Dwelling Unit which is a Coach House or is located
in an accessory building to the Primary Dwelling Unit shall be subject
to the following provisions:
a)
The minimum side yard width and rear yard depth applicable to
the Primary Dwelling Unit shall also apply to the Coach House.
Lot Size/Location
Permissions/Requirements
0.4 Ha or less
-
Not permitted
Greater than 0.4
Ha but less than
0.8 Ha
-
Not permitted
-
May be considered through the submission
and approval of a minor variance supported
by a study to address County of Renfrew
Official Plan policy 2.2(24)(2)d.
-
Required to share the same water and/or
septic services as the primary dwelling.
0.8 Ha to less than
2.0 Ha
-
Permitted
-
Required to share the same water and/or
septic services as the primary dwelling
2.0 Ha and greater
-
Permitted
-
Not required to share well and septic services
with the primary dwelling
Lots fronting on At-
Capacity and
Near Capacity
Lakes
- Not permitted within 300 metres of an At-
Capacity and Near-Capacity lakes, as
designated by the Province of Ontario
Lots fronting on all
other waterbodies
(not described
above)
- Not permitted
- May be considered through the submission
and approval of a minor variance
application. The proponent of the
application is required to submit a study
addressing matters outlined in the Official
Plan policy 2.2(24)(2)d.
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b)
The Coach House shall not be located within a minimum front
yard setback in a Rural (RU) or Agriculture (A) zone or within a
front yard in all other zones.
c)
For Townhouse and Semi-detached dwellings, a Coach House
shall only be permitted where the Primary Dwelling Unit is a
freehold unit located on a separate lot from the other townhouse
dwelling units or semi-detached dwelling unit in the same
building.
d)
The maximum height shall be the permitted height of an
accessory building (Section 3.2.3).
3.9.4.5
An Additional Dwelling Unit, not including a Coach House, shall be
permitted in all types of townhouse dwelling units or semi-detached
dwelling units whether or not the Primary Dwelling Unit is a freehold unit
located on a separate lot from the other townhouse dwelling units or
semi-detached dwelling unit, or is located on the same lot, provided
that lot is serviced by both municipal sewer and water services.
3.9.4.6
A minimum of one (1) parking space, which may be a tandem parking
space, is required for an Additional Dwelling Unit. Where an Additional
Dwelling Unit is located within a detached garage, the parking space
provided by the detached garage must be retained either within the
detached garage or elsewhere on the lot in conformity with the
applicable provisions of the zoning by-law.
3.9.4.7
A maximum of one Additional Dwelling Unit is permitted per Primary
Dwelling Unit (unless additional dwelling units are permitted in a full
serviced area).
3.9.4.8
An Additional Dwelling Unit shall not be permitted on lands within a
floodway or on lands in a Natural Heritage Feature (NHF) zone,
Environmental Protection (EP) zone or within 30 metres of the high
water mark of a navigable waterbody.
3.9.4.9
An Additional Dwelling Unit shall be permitted in a Primary Dwelling
Unit that has inadequate yard size provided the addition of the
Additional Dwelling Unit does not increase the degree of non-
compliance.
3.9.4.10 An Additional Dwelling Unit shall not be permitted on a lot where the
Primary Dwelling Unit is a legal non-conforming use.
3.9.4.11 An Additional Dwelling Unit shall not be permitted on an existing
undersized lot where the area is less than required by the provisions of
the respective zone.
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3.9.4.12 In the Agriculture (A) Zone, where a residential dwelling is permitted,
up to two (2) additional residential units shall be permitted. Where two
(2) additional residential units are proposed, at least one of these
additional residential uses must be located within or attached to the
principle dwelling and they must:
a)
Comply with MDS formula;
b)
Be limited in scale and be located within, attached, or in close
proximity to the principle dwelling or farm building cluster; and
c)
Minimize land taken out of agricultural production.
3.10
Encroachments on Required Yards
Every part of any minimum required yard shall be open and unobstructed from the
ground to the sky by any structure other than an accessory building permitted elsewhere
in this By-law provided, however, that those structures and items listed in the following
table shall be permitted to project into the minimum required yards indicated, for the
distances specified:
Structure
Yards in Which
Encroachment is Permitted
Maximum Projection
Permitted into Minimum
Required Yard Setback
a) Sills, Belt Courses, eaves, gutters,
chimneys, bay windows, solar
collectors, heat pumps, ventilators,
shutters, cornices, parapets, pilasters or
other ornamental structures
All
0.6 metres
b) Fire escapes, exterior staircases
Side and rear only
1.5 metres
c) Balconies, steps, unenclosed
porches, screened porches, sundecks,
decks, attached solarium
Front and Rear only
2 metres
d) Railway Spur
All
Unlimited
e) Gate House in any Industrial Zone
Front and Side Only
Unlimited
f) Fences, Hedges, Shrubs, flagpoles,
Light Standards, Clothes Poles
All
Unlimited
The permitted encroachments do not apply to other setbacks required by this by-law.
Examples include (but are not limited to) water setback, natural features such as PSW's
or ANSI's, industrial uses, or aggregate.
3.11
Exceptions to Height Limitations
The height limitations of this By-law shall not apply to:
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a)
Place of worship spires;
b)
Place of worship belfries;
c)
Chimneys;
d)
Clock towers;
e)
Transmission and telecommunication towers;
f)
Water storage tanks;
g)
Monuments;
h)
Flag poles;
i)
Agricultural buildings and structures, including silos and grain elevators;
j)
Storage tanks and silos associated with an industrial use in an Employment Zone;
k)
Any ornamental roof construction features including but not limited to domes,
chimneys, towers and steeples;
l)
Any mechanical features, such as structures containing a mechanical
penthouse or the equipment necessary to control an elevator;
m)
Aggregate processing facilities; and,
n)
Buildings and structures associated with a public works yard operated by a
public authority.
3.12
Floodplain Provisions
3.12.1
Ottawa River Floodplain
The 76.16 m G.S.C. contour represents the upper elevation of the floodplain of
the Ottawa River.
Within the floodplain, on land below the 75.25 m G.S.C. contour, no
development, with the exception of boat docking and launching facilities, shall
be permitted. On land at or above the 75.25 m G.S.C. contour and below the
76.16 m G.S.C. contour, development is permitted but only if all development is
floodproofed as defined elsewhere in this By-law.
NOTE: Maps delineating the 75.25 m G.S.C. contour are available in the Clerk's
office but a detailed map, prepared by a qualified surveyor at the applicant's
expense, will be required in order to identify the relevant elevations and
demonstrate how these zone provisions will be met.
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3.12.2
Madawaska River Floodplain
The lands along the Madawaska River that are subject to flooding are not to be
developed. Although there are no Flood Damage Reduction Program (FDRP)
maps available for the Madawaska River, based on input from Ontario Power
Generation and the Ministry of Natural Resources, the following elevations
based on flooding potential have been established:
a)
Along the Madawaska River between the Arnprior dam and the
Stewartville dam, lands below the 100.58 m geodetic contour may be
susceptible to flooding; and
b)
Along the Madawaska River above the Stewartville dam, lands below
the 146.3 m geodetic contour are susceptible to flooding.
An elevation survey identifying the flood potential elevations mentioned above
and prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor shall be required for all building
permit applications, unless Ontario Power Generation owns the lands up to or
above the stated elevation. Based on the findings of any required flood plain
study or elevation survey, land below the above contours shall be used in
accordance with the permitted uses and provisions of the Environmental
Protection (EP) Zone.
3.13
Gravel Pits, Quarries, Wayside Pits and Quarries, and Portable
Asphalt Plants and Portable Concrete Plants
A gravel pit or quarry, with the exception of a wayside pit or quarry, shall be prohibited
in all Zones, except in a Mineral Aggregate Pit (MP) or Mineral Aggregate Quarry (MQ)
Zone. Wayside pits or quarries and portable asphalt plants shall be permitted in all Zones
except in a Residential Zone or an Environmental Protection Zone.
Portable asphalt plants and concrete plants must comply with the Ministry of the
Environment separation distances and must obtain an Environmental Compliance
Approval from the Ministry of the Environment.
3.14
Home Industry
Where a home industry is a permitted use, such home industry shall conform to the
following provisions:
3.14.1
No more than two persons, other than a person(s) residing on the premises, shall
be employed in the home industry.
3.14.2
Such home industry shall not be a hazardous or obnoxious trade, and shall not
create or become a public nuisance.
3.14.3
Such home industry is clearly secondary to the main use and does not change
the residential character of any dwelling, or the agricultural character of any
farm unit.
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3.14.4
The parking requirements of this By-law shall apply to any home industry use.
3.14.5
No goods, wares or merchandise shall be offered or exposed for sale or rent on
the premises unless such goods, wares and merchandise are either:
a)
incidental to the home industry; or
b)
arts and crafts produced on the premises; or
c)
farm produce resulting from the main use.
3.14.6
Not more than 10.0 percent of the gross floor area of the dwelling unit shall be
dedicated to the home industry.
3.14.7
Outdoor storage associated with a home industry shall not be permitted.
3.15
Home Occupations
A home occupation shall be permitted in any Zone that permits a dwelling provided such
home occupation conforms to the following provisions:
3.15.1
The use shall be conducted entirely within the dwelling unit and carried on by
person(s) residing in the dwelling unit. One employee, other than a resident of
the premises, will be permitted to be employed.
3.15.2
There shall be no external display or advertising other than a non-illuminated
sign not more than 0.3 of a square metre in area, to indicate to persons outside
that any part of the dwelling unit or lot is being used for a purpose other than
residential.
3.15.3
Not more than 25% of the dwelling unit area shall be used for the purpose of
home occupation uses.
3.15.4
Such home occupation shall be clearly secondary to the main residential use
and there shall be no change to the outside appearance of the dwelling unit
or premises or any visible evidence of the conduct of a home occupation.
3.15.5
There shall be no storage of equipment, vehicles, or supplies associated with the
home occupation outside the dwelling.
3.15.6
The use shall not require additional off-street parking spaces for clients or
customers of the home occupation.
3.15.7
The use shall not generate additional pedestrian or vehicular traffic beyond that
normal to the neighbourhood in which it is located.
3.15.8
No equipment or process shall be used in a home occupation which creates
excessive noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odour detrimental to the health,
safety, and general welfare of persons residing in the neighbourhood.
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3.15.9
Where instruction is carried on, no more than six pupils are in attendance at any
one time.
3.15.10 Where a dwelling is located on a private road, a home occupation shall only
be permitted provided that no public vehicular traffic is generated.
3.15.11 Home occupation shall not include the following uses:
Adult entertainment uses;
Any use requiring ventilation, other than ventilation typically found in
any residence;
Any use involving the storage, repair, maintenance, painting and/or
towing of motor vehicles or recreational vehicles;
Industrial uses;
Kennel or a day-kennel;
Places of amusement;
Restaurants;
Retail stores; and,
Taxi and limousine service depot/dispatch establishments.
3.16
Lots to Front on Streets
3.16.1
No person shall erect or use any building or structure on a lot in any zone unless
the lot fronts on and has direct access to an improved street being a Provincial
Highway, County Road, or Township Road.
3.16.2
Exceptions:
a)
Limited Service Residential
Notwithstanding the provisions of 3.16.1 of this subsection, a limited
service dwelling may be erected or used on a lot in a Limited Service
Residential (LSR) Zone provided such lot fronts along a private road
which the subject lot and use are legally entitled to use for access.
b)
Hunting and Fishing Camp
A hunting and fishing camp shall not be required to meet the
provisions of paragraph 3.16.1
c)
Resource Land Uses
Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph 3.16.1 of this subsection,
a building or structure accessory to a permitted forestry, farm or
mineral exploration use may be erected or used on a lot that has
frontage on a seasonally maintained street; this provision shall not be
construed so as to permit any type of dwelling.
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d)
Plan of Subdivision or Plan of Condominium
Subsection 3.16.1 shall not apply to a lot on a registered plan of
subdivision or a plan of condominium where an agreement between
the owner and the corporation which includes provisions for the
construction of the streets is registered in the Registry or Land Titles
Office.
3.17
Mobile Homes and Recreational Vehicles
3.17.1
Mobile homes are prohibited in all Zones, other than the Agriculture (A), Rural
(RU) or Mobile Home Park (MHP) Zones. In the Agriculture (A) or Rural (RU) Zones
one mobile home may be permitted as a second accessory dwelling to
accommodate farm help. A mobile home shall not be permitted as the primary
residence on a separately conveyable agricultural parcel.
3.17.2
Notwithstanding section 3.17.1, a mobile home may be used as a temporary
office, temporary residence, tool storage shed or similar use on a construction
site. The approval is subject to the terms and conditions for the removal of the
temporary mobile home as set out in a building permit or agreement with the
municipality.
3.17.3
No recreational vehicle shall be occupied unless it is located within a
recreational vehicle campground.
3.17.4
Notwithstanding subsection 3.17.3, for a period up to 18 months, with the
possibility of a 1 year extension subject to Township approval, a recreational
vehicle is permitted to be occupied if it is incidental to building construction on
the premises for so long as the same is necessary for work in progress which has
neither been finalized nor abandoned.
3.18 Non-Conforming Uses
This Section applies to lots and buildings where the use of the property or building does
not conform to the permitted uses of the zone.
Nothing in this By-law shall apply:
3.18.1
To prevent the use of any land, building or structure for any purpose prohibited
by this By-law if such land, building or structure was lawfully used for such
purpose on the day of the passing of this By-law, so long as it continues to be
used for that purpose; or
3.18.2
To prevent the erection for a purpose prohibited by this By-law of any building
or structure for which a permit has been issued under Section 8 of the Building
Code Act, prior to the day of the passing of this By-law, so long as the building
or structure when erected and provided that the permit has not been revoked
under Section 8(10) of the Building Code Act; or
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3.18.3
To prevent the repair or replacement in whole or in part, or the strengthening to
a safe condition of any building or structure or part of any such building or
structure which does not comply with the provisions of this By-law, provided such
alteration or repair does not increase the height, size or volume or change the
use of such building or structure; or
3.18.4
To prevent the restoration of any building or structure which does not comply
with the provisions of this By-law, where such building or structure is damaged
by fire or an act of nature, provided that:
Such restoration does not increase the height, size or volume or
change the use of such building or structure; and
All efforts are made with such reconstruction to improve the non-
conforming nature of the building or structure.
3.18.5
Change of Use
A non-conforming use of a lot, building or structure shall not be changed except
to a use which is permissible within such zone, or such other compatible uses as
may be approved under Section 45 of the Planning Act.
3.18.6
A non-conforming use shall be considered to be terminated once the use
ceases and the property is used for a permitted use
3.18.7
Accessory Buildings
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the erection of a building or structure
accessory to an existing legal non-conforming use provided that such
accessory building or structure complies with all other relevant provisions of this
By-law including the setbacks and lot coverage of the respective zone.
3.19
Non-Complying Building/Structure
This Section applies to lots where the use of the property or structure is permitted but the
building does not comply with the provisions of this By-law. These provisions do not apply
to derelict or abandoned buildings. Refer to Sections 3.27.5 (e) and (f) for related
waterfront provisions.
3.19.1
Rebuilding, Repairs and Renovations
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the rebuilding, repair or renovation of a non-
complying building or structure, including buildings which have been damaged
or destroyed by fire or natural disaster, provided that such rebuilding, repair or
renovation does not further contravene this By-law. Efforts should be made to
have the rebuilding of buildings or structures comply with all applicable
setbacks and yard provisions of the applicable zone.
3.19.2
Additions and Accessory Uses Permitted
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent an accessory use, an extension, or an
addition being made to a building or structure which is used for a purposes
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specifically permitted within the zone in which such building or structure is
located and which building or structure legally existed at the date of passing of
this By-law but which building or structure does not comply with one or more of
the Zone Provisions of this By-law, provided such accessory use, extension or
addition does not contravene any of the provisions of this By-law.
3.20
Non-Complying Lots
A lot in existence prior to the effective date of this By-law that does not meet the lot area
and/or lot frontage requirements of the applicable Zone, is permitted to be used and
buildings and structures thereon be erected, enlarged, repaired or renovated provided
the use conforms with the By- law and the buildings or structures comply with all of the
other provisions of this By-law.
3.21
Noxious Uses
No use shall be permitted which, from its nature or the materials used therein, is declared
to be a noxious trade, business or manufacture under the Health Protection and
Promotion Act and Regulations thereunder, and the Environmental Protection Act and
Regulations thereunder. Noxious uses do not include normal farm operations using
commercial fertilizers and manure, the spraying of crops with herbicides, insecticides,
and pesticides, or the use of heavy machinery for farm purposes.
3.22
Occupancy of Incomplete Buildings
No dwelling shall be occupied before the kitchen, heating and sanitary conveniences
have been installed and rendered usable, and before the exterior has been weather
proofed.
3.23
Occupancy of Vehicles
No truck, bus, coach, vehicle, tiny home constructed on wheels, recreational vehicle or
trailer shall be used as a primary residence for human habitation within the municipality
whether or not the same is mounted on wheels unless the occupancy complies with
Section 3.17 of this by-law.
3.24
Open Storage
Except as otherwise specifically provided in this By-law, no open storage shall be
permitted in any Zone except in accordance with the following provisions:
3.24.1
In a residential, rural, or agriculture zone, a maximum of one recreational
vehicle/trailer and one boat may be stored on a property with a primary
dwelling unit provided that:
a)
No parking space required by this by-law is used;
b)
The recreational vehicle/trailer is not occupied/habituated;
c)
It is not located within a front yard or exterior side yard;
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d)
It is setback 1.2 metres from any interior side yard or rear yard.
e)
Notwithstanding subsection 3.24.1(c) the parking or outside storage of
a recreational vehicle or boat may be permitted for a period of not
more than 72 hours in any one calendar month in a front yard or
exterior side yard.
f)
Notwithstanding subsection 3.24.1, in the rural or agriculture zone on
properties greater than 1 ha, a maximum of 2 recreational
vehicles/trailers and up to 3 boats may be stored.
3.24.2
Open storage shall be accessory to a permitted or existing non-residential use
on the same lot and a building for the primary use has been constructed
provided that:
a)
No open storage shall be permitted in any required minimum front
yard or required exterior side yard, except in the case of an
agricultural use, nor within any required minimum side or rear yard
where the side or rear lot lines abut a property used for residential
purposes.
b)
No open storage area shall be visible from any street, or from any
adjacent lot where such adjacent lot is in a Zone other than a
Commercial or an Industrial Zone. Wherever it is necessary, visual
screening such as plant materials, a buffer strip, a berm, fencing or
other opaque barrier to a minimum height of 1.5 metres shall be used.
Exceptions to this provision are for open storage accessory to an
agricultural use or for outdoor display used in conjunction with a
permitted commercial use.
c)
A strip of landscaped open space with a minimum width of 3 metres
shall be maintained around all open storage areas.
d)
Any open storage area shall be maintained as landscaped open
space, or surfaced and maintained with stable materials to prevent
the raising of dust and particles, and shall be properly drained.
However, this provision shall not apply where the main use is an
agricultural use.
e)
No parking spaces or loading spaces required by this By-law shall be
used for open storage purposes.
3.25
Public Uses of Land
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to the use of any land or to the erection or use
of any building or structure for the purpose of public service by the Municipality or by any
local board thereof defined by the Municipal Act (S.O. 2001), the County of Renfrew, any
telephone, gas, or communications company, any department or agent of the
Government of Ontario or Canada, including Ontario Power Generation and Hydro One
Networks Inc., provided that:
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a)
With the exception of a public utility, the lot coverage, parking and loading,
setback and yard requirements prescribed for the Zone in which such land,
building or structure is located shall be complied with; and
b)
No goods, material, or equipment shall be stored in the open in a Residential
Zone; and
c)
Any building erected in a Residential Zone or in a Zone which permits residential
uses under the authority of this paragraph shall be designed and maintained in
general harmony with residential buildings of the type permitted in the Zone.
3.26
Separation Distances
3.26.1
Dwellings and Sensitive Uses (includes dwellings, senior citizen home, nursing
home, schools, and hospitals)
a)
No sensitive use shall be erected within the minimum distance from a
livestock facility required by the Minimum Distance Separation I (MDS
I).
b)
No sensitive use shall be erected within 60 metres of any Industrial Zone
or Industrial-Holding Zone.
c)
No sensitive use shall be erected within 300 metres of any Mineral
Aggregate Pit (MP) or Mineral Aggregate Pit - Reserve (MP-R) Zone.
d)
No sensitive use shall be erected within 500 metres of any Mineral
Aggregate Quarry (MQ) or Mineral Aggregate Quarry - Reserve (MQ-
R) Zone.
e)
No sensitive use shall be erected within 200 metres of a hauled sewage
disposal site, unless it is the owner's dwelling in which case the required
separation distance shall be 60 metres.
f)
No sensitive use shall be erected within 100 metres of any animal
hospital or kennel unless it is the owner's dwelling.
g)
No sensitive use shall be erected within 500 metres of a waste disposal
site.
h)
Licensed Cannabis Production Facility - See Section 3.35
i)
Notwithstanding Section 3.26.1 c) and d), for a lot that includes a
dwelling as a permitted use, and where the lot is entirely located within
the separation distance of an aggregate resource, the separation
distance indicated in section c) and d) of this subsection shall not
apply. The construction of a new dwelling is permitted and the
enlargement, repair, or replacement of an existing dwelling is
permitted. The dwelling is to be located as remotely from the
aggregate zone as the lot will allow to the satisfaction of the chief
building official.
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3.26.2
Gravel Pits, Quarries and Associated Extractive and Manufacturing Plants and
Facilities
a)
No land identified as a buffer strip in a licence or permit under the
Aggregate Resources Act shall be used for any other purpose.
b)
No concrete or asphalt manufacturing plant or extractive industrial
facility shall be located within 50 metres of any high water mark.
c)
No concrete or asphalt manufacturing plant shall be located within
300 metres of a dwelling, a school, an institution with a residential
component or land restricted to residential use in a by-law passed
under Section 34 of the Planning Act. Notwithstanding the foregoing,
where an operator possesses a valid Certificate of Approval for a
particular asphalt plant, the required separation distance shall be as
established by that Certificate.
d)
No gravel pit shall be located within 300 metres of an existing dwelling
or building lot for a dwelling.
e)
No quarry shall be located within 500 metres of an existing dwelling or
building lot for a dwelling.
3.26.3
Farm Uses
No livestock facilities, manure storage area or farm use shall be located within:
a)
The minimum distance from residential uses required by the Minimum
Distance Separation II (MDS II) formulae;
b)
30 metres from any lot line.
3.26.4
Animal Hospital, Kennel
No animal hospital and no kennel shall be located within 100 metres of any
Residential Zone or any dwelling on another lot.
3.26.5
Hauled Sewage Disposal Site
No disposal of hauled sewage shall be permitted unless the disposal site has
been approved by the Ministry of the Environment and no disposal site shall be
located within:
a)
200 metres of any dwelling on another lot;
b)
750 metres of any subdivision or land zoned for residential
development;
c)
150 metres of any uncased well;
d)
75 metres of any well with a casing depth of 6.0 metres or less;
e)
180 metres of any surface water;
f)
60 metres of the right-of-way of any road;
g)
60 metres of any land used for livestock pasturing;
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3.26.6
Waste Disposal Site
No waste disposal site shall be located within 500 metres of a residential dwelling or
structure.
3.26.7
Licensed Cannabis Production Facility - See Section 3.35
3.27
Setbacks
No person shall erect any building or structure in any Zone unless such building or structure
conforms to the following setback requirements:
3.27.1
Provincial Highway
Any development which is to occur adjacent to a Provincial highway shall be
carried out in accordance with the setback requirements, access and building
permit controls of the Ministry of Transportation. Any proposed access to the
highway will be subject to the prior approval of the Ministry of Transportation.
As per the Public Transportation and Highway Improvement Act, the Ministry of
Transportation (MTO) controls any developments within 45 metres of any limits
of Kings Highway and 180 metres of the centre point of an intersection and any
access to the highway will be subject to MTO approval.
3.27.2
County Road
Any development which is to occur adjacent to a County Road shall be carried
out in accordance with the setback requirements, access and building permit
controls of the County of Renfrew Public Works and Engineering Department.
Any proposed access to the road will be subject to the prior approval of the
County of Renfrew.
3.27.3
Other Road
The setback requirement shall be 10 metres from the road centreline plus the
minimum front yard depth required for such use in the Zone where it is located.
Any proposed access to the road will be subject to the prior approval of the
Township of McNab/Braeside.
3.27.4
Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail & McNab/Braeside Recreation Trail
Buildings and structures (not including a septic system) shall be setback a
minimum of 7.5 metres from the lot line adjacent to the trail.
3.27.5
Water Setback
a)
A minimum water setback of 30 metres from the high water mark shall
be provided.
A minimum water setback of 15 metres shall be applied to the high
water mark of a creek or watercourse that is considered to be non-
navigable.
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b)
Accessory boat docking or boat launching facilities shall not be
required to meet the water setback identified in Section 3.27.5.a) or
the required minimum rear yard setback of the zone provisions.
c)
For an existing lot of record which has less than 64 metres of lot depth,
the minimum water setback shall be 20 metres. For the purposes of
this subsection, lot depth is the average distance between the front
and rear lot lines.
d)
For an existing lot of record situated between two existing dwellings
separated by not more than 100 metres, the minimum water setback
may be reduced to the building line established by the two existing
dwellings (measured to the wall of the primary building not including
decks/or sundecks), provided that it shall not be less than 20 metres
from the high water mark.
e)
An existing, non-complying dwelling, building, or structure may be
moved or reconstructed to improve the existing water setback(s),
even if the improved setback(s) does not meet any other minimum
required water setback described in the subsection, provided the
dwelling, building, or structure to be moved or reconstructed is not
increased in height, size or volume and the appropriate approvals for
private sewage disposal services are obtained, and all other provisions
of the By-law are complied with.
f)
An existing, non-complying dwelling may be enlarged within the
water setback, provided that the enlargement is on the opposite side
of the dwelling away from the water, and that the enlargement does
not extend beyond the width of the existing dwelling.
g)
Shoreline Activity Area
Explanatory Note: (This does not form part of this By-law) The purpose of the
shoreline activity area is to allow for the placement of specific structures near the
shoreline while maintaining the natural viewscape and protecting the
environmental integrity of the shoreline. The removal of natural vegetation should
be limited to what is required to accommodate the shoreline structure.
Replacement/establishment of natural vegetation within 30 metres of the high
water mark is recommended
Notwithstanding Section 3.27.5, a shoreline structure shall be permitted within the
Shoreline Activity Area in accordance with the following provisions:
i)
No shoreline structure shall be constructed on a lot identified as
having water frontage on a waterbody considered "at
capacity", as designated by the Province of Ontario;
ii)
No shoreline structure shall be used for commercial purposes or
home based occupation;
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iii)
No shoreline structure shall be used for habitation or contain a
habitable room;
iv)
The construction of shoreline structures shall not destroy fish
habitat nor permanently alter the shoreline below the high water
mark;
v)
Addition and/or removal of fill, site alteration and construction of
shoreline structures shall require permits and approvals of the
appropriate governmental authorities having jurisdiction before
any work proceeds;
vi)
A Shoreline Storage Shed shall not exceed 15 square metres in
area;
vii)
No more than one Shoreline Storage Shed shall be permitted per
lot;
viii) The total area of all Shoreline Structures shall not exceed 35
square metres;
ix)
A site sketch must be submitted prior to the construction of any
shoreline structure regardless of size that illustrates:
a.
Dimensions of the subject property;
b.
Existing shoreline;
c.
High water mark;
d.
Boundary of any lands owned or restricted by Ontario
Power Generation;
e.
Location and dimensions of all existing and proposed
shoreline structures;
f.
Natural shoreline vegetation on site;
x)
Setbacks and Height
a.
Side yard setback
3 metres (minimum)
b.
Water Body Setback
1.2 metres (minimum) from
the greater of:
i. High water mark
ii. OPG flood limit
iii. Property line abutting
high water mark
c.
Water Body Setback for a dock and stairs/walkway leading
to a dock shall be 0 metres.
d.
Height
4 metres (maximum)
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3.27.6
Provincially Significant Wetland
120 metres from the boundary of a provincially significant wetland as shown on
Schedule "A".
3.27.7
Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI)
i)
120 metres from the boundary of a Life Science ANSI as shown on
Schedule "A"
ii)
50 metres from the boundary of an Earth Science ANSI as shown on
Schedule "A".
3.28
Standards - Cumulative
3.28.1
Unless permitted elsewhere in this By-law, where a lot contains more than one
use, the lot area requirements shall be the sum of the requirements for the
separate uses thereof but the lot frontage requirements shall be no less than the
greater of the lot frontage requirements for each individual use in the Zone
where such lot is located.
3.28.2
When a building, structure or lot accommodates more than one use, loading
space requirement and parking space requirement for each building, structure
or lot shall be the sum of the requirements for the separate uses thereof unless
exempted elsewhere in this By-law.
3.29
Storage of Liquid Manure, Hauled Sewage or Sewage Sludge
No facility for the storage of liquid manure, hauled sewage or sewage sludge shall be
erected, used or altered except in accordance with the following provisions:
3.29.1
The storage facility shall be constructed of materials that are durable and stable
and that do not afford passage of the contents;
3.29.2
The storage facility shall have,
a)
walls that extend 2.0 metres or more above the surrounding grade
level, or
b)
walls that extend 0.3 metres above the surrounding grade level and
have a solid cover, or a minimum 0.7 metre extension of the walls, that
completely seals the facility from human entry; or
c)
be an in-ground facility that is situated below and totally enclosed by
a livestock barn;
3.29.3
Notwithstanding subsection 3.29.2, preceding, a lagoon may be used for the
storage of liquid manure, hauled sewage or sewage sludge provided that,
a)
it is approved under all appropriate provincial legislation and
regulations; and
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b)
it is designed, constructed and maintained in accordance with all
governing By-laws of the Municipality.
3.30
Temporary Construction, Sales Offices and Model Homes
3.30.1
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent uses incidental to construction, such as a
construction camp or other such temporary work camp, tool shed, scaffold or
other building or structure (including trailers or recreational vehicles) incidental
to the construction, only for so long as the same are necessary for work in
progress that has neither been finished nor abandoned. Any temporary
construction uses (including existing dwellings, trailers and recreational vehicles)
shall be removed from the lot within 30 days of occupancy of the primary
building.
3.30.2
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the use of land for a temporary sales office
or a model home.
The temporary sales office or a model home must be located on lands that are
subject to a draft approved plan of subdivision, plan of condominium or an
approved site plan control agreement under the Planning Act. Only one (1)
model home may be erected on lands that are subject to a draft approved
plan of subdivision.
3.31
Through Lots
Where a lot which is not a corner lot has frontage on more than one street or road
allowance, the requirements for front yards contained in the by-law shall apply to each
yard abutting the street or road allowance.
3.32
TransCanada Pipelines Limited (TCPL)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, no building or structure
shall be permitted within 7 metres of the pipeline right-of-way. A minimum setback of 7
metres from the pipeline right-of-way shall also apply to any parking area or loading area,
including any parking spaces, loading spaces, stacking spaces, bicycle parking spaces,
and any associated aisle or driveway.
3.33
Sewage Disposal Approval
Where the issuance of a permit for a building or structure or change of use of an existing
building or structure may affect any sewage system either on the subject lands or
adjacent lands or any water supply, no building permit shall be issued for such building
or structure unless the building permit application is accompanied by an approved
permit for the proposed method of sewage disposal in accordance with the Building
Code for systems with a design capacity of less than 10,000 litres of effluent per day, or
from the Ministry of the Environment for systems with a design capacity of greater than
10,000 litres of effluent per day.
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3.34
Uses of Lots Without Buildings
Unless expressly permitted by this by-law, no permitted use in any zone is permitted unless
a main building is erected on the same lot.
3.35
Licensed Cannabis Production Facility
3.35.1
Separation Distances
The following reciprocal separation distances shall be applied between a
licensed cannabis production facility to any residential, commercial,
institutional or open space use/zones.
3.35.2
Outdoor storage is prohibited
3.35.3
Where permitted as an agricultural use (in the rural and agriculture zones) the
following provisions apply to a licensed cannabis cultivation and production
facility:
3.35.3.1 Minimum Lot Frontage
100 m
3.35.3.2 Minimum Lot Area
8 Ha
3.35.3.3 Minimum Yard requirements for buildings and structures
1.
Front Yard
30 m
2.
Exterior Side Yard
30 m
3.
Interior Side Yard
30 m
4.
Rear Yard
30 m
Reciprocal Setback (minimum)
A cannabis production and cultivation
facility with a total gross floor area less
than 7,000 square metres and with an air
treatment control system
150 m
A cannabis production and cultivation
facility with a total gross floor area greater
than 7,000 square metres and less than
10,000 square metres and with an air
treatment control system
200 m
A cannabis production and cultivation
facility with a total gross floor area greater
than 10,000 square metres and with an air
treatment control system
250 m
A cannabis production and cultivation
facility of any size where an air treatment
control system is not provided
300 m
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3.35.3.4 Maximum Building Height
11 m
3.35.3.5 In an Agriculture Zone, the maximum gross floor area of a licensed
cannabis cultivation and production facility shall be 500 square
metres.
3.35.3.6 In an Agriculture Zone, the maximum amount of land to be utilized for
buildings (including greenhouses), structures, parking areas shall be 1
ha.
3.35.3.7 A security fence associated with a licensed cannabis cultivation and
production facility shall be setback a minimum of 10 metres from all
lot lines.
3.35.3.8 All loading spaces must be located in a wholly enclosed building.
3.35.3.9 Existing structures may not be converted or retrofitted for a licensed
cannabis cultivation and production facility.
3.35.3.10 A cannabis production facility shall only be permitted on properties
that have frontage and access to a County Road.
3.36
Outdoor Furnaces
3.36.1
Outdoor furnaces are permitted in all Zones other than the Rural Residential (RR),
Limited Service Residential (LSR), and commercial zones.
3.36.2
Outdoor furnaces shall be located a minimum of 100 metres from a lot line.
Where an outdoor furnace is located more than 100 metres but less than 200
metres from a lot line, the smokestack of the outdoor furnace shall be higher
than the highest building it serves.
3.37
Adult Entertainment Establishments
An Adult Entertainment Establishment shall be prohibited in all zones except through an
amendment to the Zoning By-law and in accordance with the following provisions:
3.37.1
An Adult Entertainment Establishment shall not be located within 500 metres of
a dwelling or dwelling unit, day care centre, retirement home, place of worship,
school, library, or park, or any Residential, Community Facility, or Open Space
zone.
3.37.2 Where an Adult Entertainment Establishment is permitted, the lot on which it is
located must not be within 1000 metres of another Adult Entertainment
Establishment.
3.37.3
An Adult Entertainment Establishment must be located within a free-standing
building, and shall not be located within a multi-tenant building.
3.37.4
No Adult Entertainment Establishment may be located on a lot having frontage
on a rural arterial road.
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3.37.5
An Adult Entertainment Establishment must be set back a minimum of 100
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SECTION 4 - PARKING, QUEUEING, AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS
4.1
General Parking Provisions
4.1.1
Parking queuing and loading spaces and all driveways and aisles leading to
those spaces must be provided for each land use in accordance with the
provisions of Section 4 of this By-law, and
a)
must be set aside for and used exclusively for that purpose;
b)
must not be obstructed; and
c)
must be located on the same lot as the use or building for which they
are provided, except where otherwise permitted.
4.1.2
Despite subsection 4.1.1, a seasonal garden centre or a temporary special
event accessory to retail store, retail food store or shopping centre may be
located such that it temporarily prevents the use of a portion of the required or
provided parking spaces, aisles or driveways, provided that:
a)
the majority of the parking spaces continue to be available in
compliance with this By-law;
b)
the garden centre or temporary special event does not obstruct
access to a fire route.
No additional parking is required for these special activities or for an outdoor
commercial patio. For the purpose of this Section, a temporary special event
includes a seasonal or short-term fair, carnival, show, exhibit or other similar
events.
4.1.3
All motor vehicle parking spaces and queuing and loading spaces must have
unobstructed access directly to a public street by:
a)
a driveway or private lane;
b)
an aisle leading to a driveway; or
c)
a public lane.
4.1.4
All motor vehicle parking spaces, queuing and loading spaces, and aisles and
driveways leading to those spaces must have a surface which is:
a)
hard, stable and dust preventative in urban areas or villages;
b)
usable in all seasons in the Rural area;
c)
drainage shall be provided so as to prevent the flow of surface water
onto adjoining lots.
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4.2
Number of Parking Spaces
4.2.1
In any zone, the owner of every building hereafter erected, enlarged or
changed in use after the passing of this By-law shall provide and maintain off-
street parking space in accordance with the following:
Land Use
Minimum Number of Parking Spaces Required
Urban/Village Area
All other areas
Residential and related uses
Apartment - 3 storeys or less
1.2 per dwelling unit; +0.2
spaces per dwelling unit for
visitors
1.2 per dwelling unit; +0.2
spaces per dwelling unit for
visitors
Apartment - greater than 3
storeys
1 per dwelling unit; +0.2
spaces per dwelling unit for
visitors
1.2 per dwelling unit; +0.2
spaces per dwelling unit for
visitors
Bed and Breakfast
1 per dwelling unit plus 0.5
for each guest room
1 per dwelling unit plus 1
per guest room
Converted dwelling,
Dwelling Units, in the same
building with other uses
0.5 per dwelling unit
1 per dwelling unit
Detached, semi-detached
and duplex dwelling
2 per dwelling unit
Triplex, multiple attached
dwelling
1.5 per dwelling unit
Garden Suite
None
Group Home
1 per 100 m2 of gross floor area, minimum of 1
Home-based Business
None
1
Residential Care Facility
0.25 per dwelling unit or rooming units plus 1 per 100 m2
of gross floor area used for medical, health or personal
services
Retirement Home,
converted retirement home
Rooming House, converted
Rooming House
0.25 per rooming unit
0.5 per rooming unit
Additional Dwelling Unit
See section 3.9.2.6
Non-Residential Uses
Agriculture
n/a
2
Airport
0.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor area used for passenger
terminal or aircraft hangar
Amusement Centre
4 per alley, court, ice sheet, game table or other game
surface plus 10 per 100 m2 of gross floor area used for
dining and assembly
Amusement Park
Animal Clinic
0.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
4 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
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Land Use
Minimum Number of Parking Spaces Required
Urban/Village Area
All other areas
Artist Studio
2.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
3.4 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area, minimum of 5 spaces
Automobile Body Shop
3 per service bay
Automobile Dealership
1. sales/showroom area - 2 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
2. other areas - 1 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Automobile Rental
Establishment
Automobile Service Station
Greater of 1 per 100 m2 of gross floor area or 2 per service
bay
Bank
2.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
3.4 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Bank Machine
None
Campground
1 per camping site within campground
Car Wash
None
Catering Establishment
0.75 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Cemetery
None
Cinema and theater
1 per 8 fixed seats
1 per 4 fixed seats
Convenience Store
2.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
3.4 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Day nursery
2 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Equestrian Establishment
None
Fairground
None
Forestry Operation
None
Funeral establishment
7 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Golf Course
1 per 100 m2 of gross floor area plus 4 per hole
Heavy
Equipment
and
Vehicle Sales, Rental and
Servicing
0.75 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Hospital
1.4 per 100 m2
Hotel
1 per guest unit for up to 40
guest units, and 1 per 6
guest units over 40 units
1 per guest unit
Library
2.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Light Industrial Use
0.8 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Marine Facility
1 per 100 m2 of gross floor area plus 1 per boat slip
Medical Facility
4 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Mineral Extraction Operation None
Museum
1 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
2 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Office
1.8 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
2.3 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
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Land Use
Minimum Number of Parking Spaces Required
Urban/Village Area
All other areas
Personal Service Business
2.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
3.4 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Place of Assembly
Place of Worship
10 per 100 m2 of gross floor area of assembly area
Post Office
2 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Post Secondary Educational
Institution
1 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Printing Plant
0.8 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Recreational and Athletic
Facility
4 per alley, court, ice sheet, game table or other game
surface plus 10 per 100 m2 of gross floor area used for
dining, assembly or common area
Restaurant
3 for first 50 m2 of gross floor
area plus 10 per 100 m2 of
gross floor area over 50 m2
of gross floor area
10 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Restaurant - Fast Food
Restaurant- Full Service
Restaurant - Take Out
1.5 for first 50 m2 of gross
floor area plus 5 per 100 m2
of gross floor area over 50
m2 of gross floor area
5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Retail Food Store
2.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
3.4 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Retail Store
School
1.5 per classroom
Secondary School - 3 per classroom
Service and Repair Shop
2.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
3.4 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Shopping Centre
3.4 per 100 m2 of gross leasable floor area
Snow Disposal Facility
None
Solid Waste Disposal Facility
None
Sports Arena
1 per 4 fixed seats
Storage Yard
1 per 100 m2 of gross floor area
Training Centre
1.8 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
2.4 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Utility Installation
0.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
0.8 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Warehouse
0.5 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
0.8 per 100 m2 of gross floor
area
Wayside Pit or Quarry
None
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4.2.2
Despite subsection 4.2.1, where a restaurant, bar, place of assembly, place of
worship or recreational and athletic facility is located within a shopping centre,
and one or more occupancies of that same use comprise more than 30% of the
gross leasable area of the shopping centre, then the minimum required parking
for that use will be calculated at the parking rate specified for that use, and not
at the shopping centre rate.
4.2.3
For uses that are not listed in Table 4.2, parking space rates for a comparable
land use will be applied.
4.3
Accessible Parking Spaces
Included in the number of parking spaces required in Section 4.2 for all uses, save and
except for Residential uses, shall be Accessible parking spaces designed in accordance
with the following:
Parking Spaces Required (as calculated
from subsection 4.2)
No. of Accessible Spaces Required
9 or less
0
10-25
1
26-50
2
51-75
3
76-100
4
101-150
5
151-200
6
201-300
7
301-400
8
401+
2% of the total
4.4
Cash-in-lieu of Parking
The Minimum Parking Requirements for Non-Residential Uses required herein may be
reduced or waived provided the owner enters into an Agreement with the Corporation
under Section 40 of the Planning Act, RSO 1990.
4.5
Parking Lot Required
Where more than three (3) parking spaces are required and such parking spaces are to
be located together, such parking spaces shall be located in a parking lot or parking
garage.
4.6
Calculation of Spaces
When a building or lot accommodates more than one use or purpose the required
parking spaces shall be the sum total of the required parking spaces for the separate
uses or purposes. Parking facilities for one use shall not be considered as providing
required parking for any other use.
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If calculation of the required parking spaces results in a fraction the required parking
spaces shall be the higher whole number.
4.7
Size and Accessibility of Parking Spaces
Every parking space shall maintain a minimum area and width and shall be accessible
from unobstructed manoeuvring aisles and shall be in accordance with the following
regulations:
a)
In the case of a private garage or carport, consisting of an area of not less than
14.3 m2 with a minimum width of 2.6 m;
b)
In the case of regular or angled parking spaces, consisting of a minimum width
of 2.75 m and a minimum length of 5.75 m, with the parking space measured at
right angles to the angle of parking; and
c)
In the case of parallel parking spaces, consisting of a minimum width of 2.75 m
and a minimum length of 6.7 m.
d)
Notwithstanding the parking space size requirements listed above, the minimum
parking space width for accessible parking shall be 3.9 m (12.8 ft). Where two or
more angled accessible parking spaces are located together, the minimum
parking space width shall be 3.2 m (10.5 ft).
4.8
Provisions and Locations of Spaces
4.8.1
Parking spaces shall be provided at the time of erection, expansion, and/or
conversion of any building or structure, or at the time any building or structure is
enlarged.
4.8.2
Required parking in a Residential Zone shall be located on the same lot or within
the same building as the use for which said parking is required.
4.8.3
Where the owner of a non-residential building or structure proposes to provide
the required parking spaces and areas in a location other than on the same lot
as the use that requires such spaces and areas, then such shall be located not
more than 150 m (492 ft) from the said lot. Where required parking is not
provided on the same lot, the lot or part of the lot where the parking is located
shall be required to be dedicated parking under a long-term lease in favour of
the property which requires the parking spaces and areas.
4.8.4
Unless otherwise provided for herein, uncovered parking spaces shall be
permitted in yards in accordance with the following:
a)
for apartment or group dwellings, all yards, except in the required front
yard, provided no parking spaces shall be located within 6 m and no
driveway shall be located within 3.5 m of a habitable room window,
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and provided that where a dwelling house requires 4 or more parking
spaces such spaces are no closer than 1.5 m to any lot line.
b)
for all other residential uses, other than those identified in 4.8.4(a), all
yards, except in the required front yard, wherein a driveway may be
located provided no parking spaces shall be located within 6 m and
no driveways shall be located within 3.5 m, respectively of a habitable
room window, unless the parking spaces and/or driveways are
reserved for the exclusive use of the occupants of the dwelling unit
containing the habitable room window.
c)
For open space and commercial uses, all yards, provided that no part
of any parking area, other than a driveway, is located closer than 1.5
m to any street line.
d)
For industrial and institutional uses interior side and rear yards only,
except for visitor parking covering not more than 15% of the front yard
area, provided that no part of any parking area, other than a
driveway, is located closer than 1.5 m to any street line.
4.9
Application of Parking Requirements
4.9.1
The parking area requirements referred to herein shall not apply to any building
in existence at the date of passing of this By-law so long as the floor area as it
existed at such date is not increased and the building or structure is used for a
purpose which does not require more parking spaces according to this section,
than were required by its use at the date of passing of the By-law.
4.9.2
If a use is changed or a building is enlarged in floor area or there is an increase
in the number of dwelling units or otherwise as would require an additional
number of parking spaces, then such additional parking spaces shall be
provided based on said change of use or expansion. In the case of a change
in use, the number of additional parking spaces required will be determined by
calculating the difference between that which would be required by the new
and the existing uses.
4.9.3
When a building or structure accommodates more than one type of use, the
parking area requirements shall be the sum of the requirements for the separate
parts of the building or structure occupied by the separate types of use.
4.10
Driveways
4.10.1
A driveway entrance to and from required parking spaces and lots, shall be
provided by means of unobstructed driveways or passageways at least 3 m, but
not more than 9 m, in width excluding curb ramps, except in a Residential Zone
wherein the maximum width of all driveways or passageways on the lot shall be
9 m or 50% of the width of the lot, whichever is less.
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4.10.2
The maximum width of any joint ingress and egress driveway ramp, measured
along the street line, shall be 9 m, excluding curb ramps.
4.10.3
The minimum distance between a driveway and an intersection of street lines,
measured along the street line intersected by such a driveway, shall be 7 m
except
for
automobile
service
stations,
gas
bars,
and
retail
propane/compressed natural gas transfer facilities where the minimum shall be
4.5 m.
4.10.4
The minimum angle of intersection between a driveway and a street line shall
be 70 degrees.
4.10.5
Every lot shall be limited to the following number of driveways:
a)
Up to the first 30 m (98.4 ft) of frontage measured along the street line,
not more than 1 driveway.
b)
For each additional 30 m (98.4 ft) of frontage measured along the
street line, not more than 1 additional driveway to a maximum of three
driveways.
c)
Subject to the approval of the road authority.
4.10.6
Parking areas and associated driveway systems serving any use other than low-
density residential or townhouse dwellings shall be designed in such a manner
that any vehicle entering or leaving a street or public lane need not travel in a
backwards motion.
4.10.7
A driveway serving a non-residential use shall not be located closer than 3 m
(9.8 ft) to a lot containing a residential dwelling as a principal use.
4.10.8
A driveway serving a residential use shall not be located closer than 1 m (3.3 ft)
to the side property line, save and except for a joint driveway servicing two lots
in which case the driveway shall not require any setback.
4.11
Illumination of Parking Areas or Driveways
When parking areas and/or driveways are illuminated, lighting fixtures shall be so
arranged that no part of any fixture shall be more than 9 m (29.5 ft) above the adjoining
finished grade and light shall be directed downward only onto the parking area or
driveway and away from any adjoining lands or the sky.
4.12
Aisle Widths
Aisles between parking spaces shall provide unobstructed access from each parking
space to a driveway and shall be established on the basis of the following:
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Angle of Parking
Minimum Aisle Width
0° to 55°
4 m
56° to 75°
5.8 m
90°
6 m
4.13
Landscaping Provisions for Parking Lots
4.13.1
Except in the case of an industrial zone, a minimum of 20% of the area of any
parking lot must be provided as a perimeter or interior landscaped area
comprised of the following:
a)
a landscaped buffer must be provided between the perimeter of the
parking lot and a lot line in accordance with the following table. A
driveway may cross the landscaped buffer;
b)
in addition to the landscaped buffer, interior landscaping may be
provided including various landscaped islands, landscaped medians,
pedestrian pathways or public plazas to meet the minimum 20%
requirement;
c)
a landscaped island shall be located at the end of each parking aisle
and shall be a minimum of 2.5 m wide and include one tree per
parking row; and
d)
in the case of large-scale highway commercial and shopping centre
developments, parking areas will be broken up into smaller areas
separated by treed islands that are 1.8 m - 3.7 m wide, with trees every
7.6 m - 12.2 m.
Location
of
Landscaped Buffer
For a parking lot
containing
10
or
fewer spaces
For a parking lot
containing
more
than 10 but fewer
than 100 spaces
For a parking lot
containing
100
or
more spaces
Abutting a street
3 m
Not abutting a street 1.5 m
3 m
5 m
4.13.2
All outdoor loading and refuse collection areas contained within a parking lot
must:
a)
be located at least 9 m from a lot line abutting a public street;
b)
be located at least 3 m from any other lot line;
c)
be screened from view by an opaque screen with a minimum height
of 2 m; and
d)
not be in a front yard.
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4.14
Loading Regulations
4.14.1
The owner or occupant of any lot, building or structure erected or used for any
purpose, other than an agricultural use, involving the frequent receiving,
shipping, loading or unloading of persons, animals, goods, wares and
merchandise and raw materials, shall provide and maintain at the premises, on
the lot occupied by the building or structure and not forming part of a street or
lane, within the zone in which such use is located, loading and unloading
spaces in accordance with the following table:
Minimum Number of Vehicle Loading Spaces Required per m2 of Gross Floor Area
Land Use
Less
than
350 m2
350-999 m2
1000-1999
m2
2000-4999
m2
5000 m2 and
over
Light
industrial
use,
warehouse,
hospital,
museum,
place
of
worship,
post
secondary
educational
institution,
school,
sports
arena,
theatre
0
1
2
Office
0
1
2
Retail
food
store,
shopping
centre
0
1
2
All
other
non-
residential
uses
0
1
2
Residential
uses
None required
4.14.2
Access
Access to loading spaces shall be by means of a driveway at least 4 m (13.1 ft)
wide, contained within the lot on which the spaces are located and leading to
a street or public lane located within or adjoining the zone in which the use is
located.
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4.14.3
Loading Space Dimensions
Each loading space shall be at least 9 m (29.5 ft) long, at least 3 m (9.8 ft) wide
and shall have a vertical clearance of at least 4 m (13.1 ft).
4.14.4
Location of Loading Space
The loading space or spaces required shall be located in the interior side or rear
yard. Loading spaces may be in front and exterior side yards if set back from
the street line a minimum distance of 10 m and where there is a vegetative
buffer.
4.14.5
Surface and Drainage of Spaces and Driveways
Loading spaces and driveways thereto shall be surfaced with asphalt, concrete,
interlocking pavers or similar hard surfaces. Drainage should be provided so as
to prevent the flow of surface water onto adjoining lots.
4.14.6
Application of Loading Space Requirements
The loading space requirements referred to herein shall not apply to any
building in existence at the date of passing of this By-law so long as the floor
area as it existed at such date is not increased. However, if a building is enlarged
in floor area as would require an additional number of loading spaces, then
such additional loading spaces shall be provided based on said expansion or
enlargement. Notwithstanding Section 4.14.1, where the building or structure is
deficient in loading spaces, a loading space shall not be required for an
expansion of 25 m2 (269 ft2) or greater and less than 100 m2 (1076 ft2).
4.14.7
Cumulative Standards
Where there are two or more uses located on the same lot, the loading space
requirements shall be the sum of the requirements of each use.
4.14.8
Landscaping
Where a loading area abuts any residential zone or a street, then a landscaped
buffer area with a minimum width of 3 m (9.8 ft) shall be provided.
4.15
Queueing Lanes
4.15.1
Queueing Lane Requirements
Where drive-through service facilities are permitted, queueing lanes are
required and shall be exclusive of any other parking space and aisle
requirements contained within this By-law and shall be provided in
accordance with the provisions of this section.
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4.15.2
Queueing Space Requirements
The minimum queueing space requirements within a designated queueing lane
shall be in accordance with the standards set out in the Table, below:
Principle Use
Minimum Required Queuing Spaces
Financial Institution
5
Restaurant
11
Automotive Service Station or Gas Bar
4
Car Wash - Automated
6
All other uses
4
4.15.3
Location of Ingress and Egress Spaces
Required queueing spaces for a restaurant shall be located up to and including
the queueing space at the pick-up window and for all other uses up to and
including the point of service.
4.15.4
Length of Queuing Lane
The length of the queueing lane associated with the drive-through service
facility shall be the total number of required queueing spaces.
4.15.5
Multiple Queueing Lane Requirements
Where multiple queueing lanes are provided on a lot, the queueing space
requirements shall be provided for each individual queueing lane in
compliance with the provisions of Section 4.15 of this By-law.
4.15.6
Size of Queueing Space
All queueing spaces shall be rectangular in shape, with a minimum width of 3.0
metres and a minimum length of 7.0 metres.
4.15.7
Delineation of Queueing Lane Requirements
Queueing lanes shall be unobstructed and shall be clearly delineated by
pavement markings or physical barriers, and shall be independent of the
balance of the parking area.
4.15.8
Location of Queuing Lanes Associated with a Drive-Through Service Facility
No queueing lanes associated with a drive-through service facility shall be
located closer than 10.0 metres from any Residential Zone.
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SECTION 5 - ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS, EXCEPTIONS ZONE PROVISIONS
5.1
Zone Classifications
For the purpose of this By-law, the following zones are established as shown on the
Schedule(s) (Zoning Maps).
Zones
Zone Symbol
a)
Residential Zones
i)
Rural Residential
RR
ii)
Limited Service Residential
LSR
iii)
Mobile Home Park
MHP
b)
Commercial Zones
i)
General Commercial
GC
ii)
Highway Commercial
HC
iii)
Tourist Commercial
TC
c)
Industrial Zones
i)
Disposal Industrial
DM
ii)
Mineral Aggregate Pit
MP
iii)
Mineral Aggregate Pit - Reserve
MP-R
iv)
Mineral Aggregate Quarry
MQ
v)
Mineral Aggregate Quarry - Reserve
MQ-R
vi)
General Industrial
GM
vii)
Light Industrial
LM
d)
Additional Zones
i)
Rural
RU
ii)
Agriculture
A
iii)
Community Facility
CF
iv)
Environmental Protection
EP
v)
Open Space
OS
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5.2
Exception Zones
Where a Zone classification is followed by the numbered suffix "-Exception One", this
denotes the further classification as an Exception Zone. The corresponding Zone symbol
suffix is "-E1". Additional Exception Zones within the same zone classification are
numbered consecutively [i.e. Highway Commercial - Exception One (HC-E1)], etc.
Exception Zone provisions are listed separately under the applicable Zone classification
requirements sections in the text of this By-law. All provisions of this By-law will apply
equally to the respective Exception Zone classification, except as otherwise specified by
the Exception Zone provisions.
For the purpose of this By-law, Exception Zones are established as shown on the
Schedule(s) (Zoning Maps).
5.3
Holding Provisions
Any parcel of land zoned for residential, commercial or industrial development where
the principle of development has been established (ie. RR, HC) may be further classified
as a holding zone with the addition of the suffix "-h". Certain criteria for development (i.e.
phasing, financial considerations, geotechnical studies, access etc.) must be met to the
satisfaction of Council prior to the removal of the holding provision.
Under this holding Zone, interim and passive uses such as open space and conservation
will be permitted. Uses existing at the time of passing of the By-law will also be permitted.
When the holding provision is removed these uses would no longer apply. The individual
residential, commercial or industrial Zone provisions (i.e. RR, HC, etc.) as the case may be
would then apply.
The removal of the holding provisions shall require an amendment to this By-law. No
public participation with mechanism for appeal shall be required where the principle of
development has been established.
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SECTION 6 - REQUIREMENTS FOR RURAL RESIDENTIAL (RR) ZONE
6.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any RR zone except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Group Home
Single Detached Dwelling
6.2 Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure within an RR
Zone except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (Minimum)
4047 m2
b)
Lot Frontage (Minimum)
45 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (Minimum)
7.5 m
d)
Side Yard Width (Minimum)
Interior
1.2 m
Exterior
7.5 m
e)
Rear Yard Depth (Minimum)
7.5 m
f)
Lot Coverage (Maximum)
25%
g)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 m
h)
Dwellings per lot (maximum) - 1 *See general provisions related to
additional dwellings
i)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
j)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in section 4 of this By-law.
k)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
l)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
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m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
6.3
Exception Zones
6.3.1
Rural Residential-Exception One (RR-E1)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1 to the contrary, for those lands delineated
as Rural Residential-Exception One (RR-E1) on the Schedules to this By-
law, a Limited Farm shall be permitted in addition to the uses normally
permitted under Section 6.1(a).
6.3.2
Rural Residential-Exception Two (RR-E2)
Notwithstanding any provisions of the Rural Residential (RR) zone to the
contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 2, Concession 8, in
the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Two (RR-E2) on Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-
law the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Lot Area (minimum)
as shown on a
registered plan of
subdivision
ii)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
as shown on a
registered plan of
subdivision
iii)
Dwelling Unit Area
100 square metres
6.3.3
Rural Residential-Exception Three (RR-E3)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1 to the contrary, for those lands described
as Part of Lot 18, Concession 8, in the geographic Township of McNab
and delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Three (RR-E3) on
Schedule "A" (Map 5) to this By-law, a Contractors Yard shall be
permitted in addition to the uses normally permitted under Section
6.1(a).
6.3.4
Rural Residential-Exception Four (RR-E4)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Four (RR-E4) on Schedule
"A" (Map 1) to this By-law, a geotechnical and/or slope stability study
and/or other study as determined by the Township, is required to be
submitted with any application for a building permit for the purpose of
a new structure, an enlargement to an existing structure or a pool. The
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required study or studies shall examine any potential hazard on the
subject lands and outline any conditions or mitigation methods, if any,
on which a structure can be constructed. The study shall be
completed to the satisfaction of the Township prior to the issuance of
any building permit.
6.3.5
Rural Residential-Exception Five (RR-E5)
Notwithstanding any provision of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 17, Concession 2, in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-Exception
Five (RR-E5) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, a single detached
dwelling shall be permitted in accordance with a site specific site plan
approved by the municipality.
6.3.6
Rural Residential-Exception Six (RR-E6)
Notwithstanding Section 3.26.3(b) or any provisions of this By-law to the
contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 18, Concession 1, in
the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Six (RR-E6) on Schedule "A" (Map 4) to this By-
law, following shall apply:
Permitted Uses:
Duplex dwelling
Group home
Limited farm
Semi-detached dwelling
Single detached dwelling
Setbacks (minimum)
Existing barn
4.0 metres
Existing shed
6.0 metres
6.3.7
Rural Residential-Exception Seven (RR-E7)
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(b), or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lot 7, Concession
12(A), in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Seven (RR-E7) on Schedule "A" (Map 7) to this
By-law, the minimum lot frontage shall be 18 metres.
The following additional criteria shall apply to the installation of
sewage systems:
-
The sewage system shall consist of Waterloo biofilter double pass
systems which can provide 40% reduction in total nitrogen levels.
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Any proposal to change the type of system must be approved
by Kollaard Associates Inc. and the system must be capable of
achieving total nitrogen reductions of at least 40% confirmed by
third party testing.
-
The sewage systems are to be located in the side or rear yards.
-
Sufficient separation of at least 15 metres plus twice the grade
raise shall be provided between any existing or proposed wells
(including any neighbouring wells) and the proposed sewage
system.
6.3.8
Rural Residential-Exception Eight (RR-E8)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for
those lands described as part of Lot 1, Concession 11, in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-
Exception Eight (RR-E8) on Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-law, the
minimum required lot frontage shall be 20 metres.
6.3.9
Rural Residential-Exception Nine (RR-E9)
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(b), or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 9, Concession 7,
in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Nine (RR-E9) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-
law, the minimum required lot frontage shall be 43 metres.
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(e) or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, a minimum 1.0 metre rear yard depth shall also be
permitted, from the rear lot line, for main permitted uses.
6.3.10
Rural Residential-Exception Ten (RR-E10)
Notwithstanding Section 3.9.1 or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 9, Concession 7,
in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Ten (RR-E10) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-
law, in addition to the uses normally permitted in the RR zone, one
model home on each proposed lot shall be permitted prior to the final
approval of a plan of subdivision.
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(e) or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, a minimum 1.0 metre rear yard depth shall also be
permitted, from the rear lot line, for main permitted uses.
6.3.11
Rural Residential-Exception Eleven (RR-E11)
Notwithstanding Section 3.27.5(a), or any other provision of this By-law
to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 9, Concession
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7, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Eleven (RR-E11) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this
By-law, the minimum required water setback from the ravine water
course shall be 5 metres from the top of bank of the ravine.
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(e) or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, a minimum 1.0 metre rear yard depth shall also be
permitted, from the rear lot line, for main permitted uses.
6.3.12
Rural Residential-Exception Twelve (RR-E12)
Notwithstanding Sections 6.2(b), 3.27.5(a), or any other provision of this
By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 9,
Concession 7, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated
as Rural Residential-Exception Twelve (RR-E12) on Schedule "A" (Map
1) to this By-law, the minimum required lot frontage shall be 44 metres
and the minimum required water setback from the ravine water
course shall be 5 metres from top of bank of the ravine.
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(e) or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, a minimum 1.0 metre rear yard depth shall also be
permitted, from the rear lot line, for main permitted uses.
6.3.13
Rural Residential-Exception Thirteen (RR-E13)
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(b), or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 9, Concession 7,
in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Thirteen (RR-E13) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to
this By-law, the minimum required lot frontage shall be 26 metres.
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(e) or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, a minimum 1.0 metre rear yard depth shall also be
permitted, from the rear lot line, for main permitted uses.
6.3.14
Rural Residential-Exception Fourteen (RR-E14)
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(b), or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 9, Concession 7,
in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Fourteen (RR-E14) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to
this By-law, the minimum required lot frontage shall be 37 metres.
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(e) or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, a minimum 1.0 metre rear yard depth shall also be
permitted, from the rear lot line, for main permitted uses.
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6.3.15
Rural Residential-Exception Fifteen (RR-E15)
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(e), or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as Lots 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21
and 24, Plan 49M-104, in part of Lot 9, Concession 7, in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-Exception
Fifteen (RR-E15) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, the minimum
required rear yard depth shall be 1.0 metre, from the rear lot line, for
main permitted uses. All other provisions of the Zoning By-law shall
apply.
6.3.16
Rural Residential-Exception Sixteen (RR-E16)
Notwithstanding Section 3.26.1(c) or any other provisions of this By-law
to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 19, Concession
7, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Sixteen (RR-E16) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this
By-law, the minimum 300 metre separation distance from an Mineral
Aggregate Pit - Reserve (MP-R) Zone shall not apply.
6.3.17
Rural Residential-Exception Seventeen (RR-E17)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.26.1(c) and 3.27.1 or any other provisions
of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot
19, Concession 7, in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Seventeen (RR-E17) on
Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply:
i)
A dwelling shall be located a minimum of 130 metres from the
centerline of the Provincial highway.
ii)
The minimum 300 metre separation distance from a Mineral
Aggregate Pit - Reserve (MP-R) Zone shall not apply.
6.3.18
Rural Residential-Exception Eighteen (RR-E18)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.26.1(c) and 6.2(d) or any other provision of
this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lots 17
& 18, Concession 2, in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Eighteen (RR-E18) on
Schedule "A" (Map 1, 4) to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply:
i)
Separation from MP-R zone
60 metres
(minimum)
ii)
East interior side yard depth
60 metres
(minimum)
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6.3.19
Rural Residential-Exception Nineteen (RR-E19)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 17, Concession 2, in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Nineteen
(RR-E19) on Schedule "A" (Map 4) to this By-law, the following
provisions shall apply:
i)
No structures, including accessory structures, shall be built within
7.5 metres of the right-of-way for County Road 508.
ii)
Notwithstanding Section 3.27.5(a) to the contrary, the minimum
water setback from the Madawaska River shall be 20 metres from
the high water mark.
iii)
No development, with the exception of boat docking and
launching facilities, shall be permitted on lands below the 1:100
year flood contour elevation of 147.83 metres c.g.d.
6.3.20
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty (RR-E20)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 5, Concession 3, in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Twenty (RR-
E20) on Schedule "A" (Map 11) to this By-law, a 17-unit apartment
dwelling shall be permitted in addition to the normal uses of the RR
zone and the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Lot Area (minimum)
6,500 sq. metres
ii)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
60 metres
iii)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
20 metres
iv)
Interior Side Yard Width (minimum)
9 metres
v)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
15 metres
vi)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
25%
vii)
Dwelling Unit Area (minimum)
1 bedroom unit
50 sq. metres
2 bedroom unit
60 sq. metres
viii) Dwelling Units Per Lot (maximum)
17
6.3.21
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-One (RR-E21)
Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 12, Concession 12(A) and comprising
part of Block B, Registered Plan 24 (Part 1, 49R-12503), in the
geographic Village of Braeside and delineated as Rural Residential-
Exception Twenty-One (RR-E21) on Schedule "A" (Map 3) to this By-
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law, the lot line along County Road No. 1 (River Road) where the
principle access to the lot is located shall be deemed to be the front
lot line.
A drive-in eating establishment shall be an additional permitted use.
The following provisions shall apply to a drive-in eating establishment:
Setback to a road allowance
9 metres
Side yard width
6.7 metres
6.3.22
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Two (RR-E22)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.9.1(a) and 6.1(a) of this By-law to the
contrary, for those lands described as Lots 1, 2, 6 and 7, Block U,
Registered Plan 44, in the geographic Village of Braeside and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Two (RR-E22) on
Schedule "A" (Map 3) to this By-law, a multiple dwelling not exceeding
three dwelling units, a boarding house, institutional use, park and
cemetery shall be permitted in addition to the uses normally permitted
in the Rural Residential (RR) Zone.
6.3.23
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Three (RR-E23)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 3.24(2), 4, 6.1(a), 6.2(a), (b),
(d), (f) and any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lots 34 and 36, Plan 23, located in Lot 6,
Concession 13(B), in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Three (RR-E23) on
Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, the following uses shall be
permitted:
Residential Uses
Prohibited
Non-Residential Uses
1 Contractor's Shop or 1 General Service Shop (except
Laundromat); and
Seasonal Storage
Open Storage
Prohibited for Seasonal Storage or General Service Shop
Permitted for a Contractor's Shop provided visual screening,
buffering and/or fencing is used to ensure that no storage area
is visible from any street or from any adjacent lot
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Zone Provisions
Lot Area (minimum)
3400 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
4.5 metres
Lot Coverage (maximum)
25%
Interior Side Yard Width (minimum)
3 metres
Parking
Minimum of 7 off-street parking spaces shall be provided and
maintained
For the purposes of this section the following definition shall apply:
Storage, Seasonal: means a building which is used for the storage of
goods or equipment on a seasonal basis or a longer period of time
and shall include items such as the storage of snowmobiles, vehicles,
boats, trailers or other recreational vehicles or equipment.
6.3.24
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Four (RR-E24)
Notwithstanding Sections 6.1(a) to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 11, Concession 13(B), described more
particularly as part of Part 2 and Part 3 on Plan 49R-15334, in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-
Exception Twenty-Four (RR-E24) on Schedule "A" (Map 3) to this By-
law, a maximum of 5 row house dwelling units shall be an additional
permitted use. All other provisions of the RR Zone shall apply.
6.3.25
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Five (RR-E25)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for
those lands described as part of Lot 11, Concession 13(B), in the
geographic Village of Braeside and delineated as Rural Residential-
Exception Twenty-Five (RR-E25) on Schedule "A" (Map 3) to this By-law,
a maximum of 8100 square feet of the existing building may be utilized
as a retirement home.
For the purposes of this subsection a retirement home shall mean a
facility offering one or more of the following services:
Retirement Living - Clients are offered living arrangements
ranging from independent living to assisted living within facility.
Day Care - Day care assistance is offered during a portion of the
day to those clients requiring assistance while their regular
caregiver is unavailable.
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Respite Care - Clients are admitted for a full 24 hour period(s) as
relief (or respite) is required for the normal care giver.
Convalescent Care - Convalescent care is provided when a
client is unable to live independently following an unexpected
event (i.e. post surgery, hospital stay, accident or illness) and is
expected to fully recover.
6.3.26
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Six (RR-E26)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1(a) to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 9, Concession 3, in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Six
(RR-E26) on Schedule "A" (Map 11) to this By-law, an automotive
commercial garage shall be an additional permitted use. All other
provisions of the Zoning By-law shall apply.
6.3.27
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Seven (RR-E27)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, for
those lands described as part of Lot 18, Concession 13(B), in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-
Exception Twenty-Seven (RR-E27) on Schedule "A" (Map 8) to this By-
law, the minimum water setback shall be 11 metres from the high
water mark.
6.3.28
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Eight (RR-E28)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1(a) of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 11, Concession 13(B), in the geographic
Village of Braeside and delineated as Rural Residential-Exception
Twenty-Eight (RR-E28) on Schedule "A" (Map 3) to this By-law, a
maximum of 5 row house dwelling units with a maximum of 1 bedroom
shall be an additional permitted use. All other provisions of the RR
Zone apply.
6.3.29
Rural Residential-Exception Twenty-Nine (RR-E29)
Notwithstanding Sections 6.2(a) and (b) of this By-law to the contrary,
for those lands described as part of Lot 5, Concession 12(A), in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential -
Exception Twenty-Nine (RR-E29) on Schedule "A" (Map 7) to this By-
law, the following provisions apply for a single detached lot:
Dwelling Unit Size (maximum)
242 square meters
Fixture Units per dwelling (maximum)
24
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6.3.30
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty (RR-E30)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1(a) of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 12, Concession B, being part of Block A,
Registered Plan No. 24, described more specifically as Part 1, 49R-
12025, in the geographic Village of Braeside, and delineated as Rural
Residential-Exception Thirty (RR-E30) on Schedule "A" (Map 3) to this
By-law, the only permitted use shall be parking area providing off-
street parking for residential uses located on lands described as Part
of Lot 12, Concession B, being part of Block Q, Registered Plan No. 28,
described more specifically as Part 2, 49R-12025.
6.3.31
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-One (RR-E31)
Notwithstanding Sections 6.2(a) and (b) of this By-law to the contrary,
for those lands described as part of Lot 5, Concession 12(A), in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-
Exception Thirty-One (RR-E31) on Schedule "A" (Map 7) to this By-law,
the following provisions apply for a single detached lot:
Dwelling Unit Size (maximum)
204 square meters
Fixture Units per dwelling (maximum)
24
6.3.32
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Two (RR-E32)
Notwithstanding Sections 6.2(a) and (b) of this By-law to the contrary,
for those lands described as part of Lot 5, Concession 12(A), in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-
Exception Thirty-Two (RR-E32) on Schedule "A" (Map 7) to this By-law,
the following provisions apply for a single detached lot:
Dwelling Unit Size (maximum)
278 square meters
Fixture Units per dwelling (maximum)
30
6.3.33
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Three (RR-E33)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Three (RR-E33) on
Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, a geotechnical and/or slope
stability study and/or other study as determined by the Township, is
required to be submitted with any application for a building permit for
the purpose of a new structure, an enlargement to an existing
structure or a pool. The required study or studies shall examine any
potential hazard on the subject lands and outline any conditions or
mitigation methods, if any, on which a structure can be constructed.
The study shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Township prior
to the issuance of any building permit.
Section 6 - Rural Residential (RR) Zone
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6.3.34
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Four (RR-E34)
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(b), or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 6 and part of Lot
7, Concession 13, in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Four (RR-E34) on
Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, the minimum lot frontage for a
single detached dwelling shall be 35 metres. All other provisions of the
Zoning By-law shall apply.
6.3.35
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Five (RR-E35)
Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lots 6 and 7, Concession 4, in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential -
Exception Thirty-Five (RR-E35)on Schedule "A" (Map 11) to this By-law,
the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Water Setback (minimum)
20 metres
ii)
Minimum setback for all buildings
2 metres
and structures, including private
waste disposal systems, from the
northeast side of a municipal
drainage easement described as
Part 2, on Plan 49R-15838 and Parts
1 and 2 on Plan 49R-16778
6.3.36
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Six (RR-E36)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1(a) or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as the west part of Lot 3, Block
B, Plan 39, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Six (RR-E36) on Schedule "A" ( Map
6) to this By-law, an automotive detailing and decal printing business,
in the detached garage existing at the time of passing of this by-law,
shall be an additional permitted use. This shall not include any other
automotive use as defined in Section 2.0 of the By-law.
6.3.37
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Seven (RR-E37)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1(a) or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as Lot 33, Plan 614, in part of
Lot 7, Concession B, in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Seven (RR-E37) on
Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, a second dwelling unit shall be
an additional permitted use.
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6.3.38
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Eight (RR-E38)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1(a), or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 18, Concession
8, in the Township of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-
Exception Thirty-Eight (RR-E38) on Schedule "A" (Map 5) to this By-law,
a mobile food truck shall be an additional use.
For the purposes of this subsection, a mobile food truck shall mean a
motorized, self-propelled vehicle (i.e. food truck) or a vehicle that is
not self-propelled, but can be towed (i.e. food trailer) and is not
permanently affixed to the ground that is equipped for the cartage,
storage and preparation of food stuffs, beverages, confections and
from which the aforesaid items are offered for sale directly to the
public for consumption.
6.3.39
Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Nine (RR-E39)
Notwithstanding Sections 6.2(a), (b), (c), (e), 3.2.3 or any other
provision of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as
Part of Lot 6, Concession 4, in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Thirty-Nine (RR-E39) on
Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply:
i)
Lot Area (minimum)
1490 square metres
ii)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
36.0 metres
iii)
All buildings and structures existing as of August 17, 2021 shall be
permitted in their existing locations.
6.3.40
Rural Residential-Exception Forty (RR-E40)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.26.1(g) and 6.2(a), or any other provision
of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lot
11, Concession 13(B), in the geographic Village of Braeside and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Forty (RR-E40) on Schedule
"A" (Maps 2 and 3) to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
i)
The minimum lot size shall be 1.0 hectare.
ii)
A dwelling shall be permitted within 500 metres of a waste
disposal site.
6.3.41
Rural Residential-Exception Forty-One (RR-E41)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.26.1(g) and 6.2(a), or any other provision
of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lot
11, Concession 13(B), in the geographic Village of Braeside and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Forty-One (RR-E41) on
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Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply:
i)
The minimum lot size shall be 7.0 hectare.
ii)
A dwelling shall be permitted within 500 metres of a waste
disposal site.
iii)
A minimum 20 metre wide vegetated buffer is required along the
south lot line abutting the road allowance between Lots 10 and
11, Concession B(13).
6.3.42
Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Two (RR-E42)
Notwithstanding Sections 2 and 6.2(b), or any other provisions of this
By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lot 6,
Concession B (Lots 1 & 2, Reg. Plan 39), in the geographic Township of
McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Two (RR-
E42) on Schedule "A" (Map 6), the following shall apply:
i)
Lot frontage (minimum)
25 m
ii)
Lot Frontage shall be considered to be along Stadaconna Street.
6.3.43
Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Three (RR-E43)
Notwithstanding Section 2 or any other provision of this By-law to the
contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lot 6, Concession B (Lots
1 & 2, Reg. Plan 39), in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Three (RR-E43) on
Schedule "A" (Map 6), the following shall apply:
i)
Lot Frontage shall be considered to be along Colin Street.
6.3.44
Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Four (RR-E44)
Notwithstanding 6.2(b), 6.2(d), and 3.26.1(c) and (g), or any other
provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as
Part of Lot 9, Concession B, in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Four (RR-E44) on
Schedule "A" (Map 3), the following shall apply:
i)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
20.9 metres
ii)
Exterior Side Yard Depth (minimum)
14 metres
for lots directly abutting River Road
iii)
Minimum separation from an
40 metres
Extractive Industrial (EM) Zone
iv) A dwelling shall be permitted within 500 metres of a waste
disposal site.
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All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
6.3.45
Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Five (RR-E45)
Notwithstanding Section 6.2(b), or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 6 and part of Lot
7, Concession 13, in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Five (RR-E45) on
Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, the minimum lot frontage for a
single detached dwelling shall be 35 metres.
Septic systems are required to be tertiary systems under the Ontario
Building Code - approved class 4 sewage system which incorporates
nitrate-reduction technology (minimum 50% reduction) as per
standards CAN/BNQ 3680-600 N-I or NSF/ANSI 245. Fencing is
prohibited within easements for stormwater management purposes.
All other provisions of this Zoning By-law shall apply.
6.3.46
Rural Residential - Exception Forty-Six (RR-E46)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1(a) of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 12, Concession B, being part of Block Q,
Registered Plan No. 28, described more specifically as Part 2, 49R-
12025, in the geographic Village of Braeside, and delineated as Rural
Residential - Exception Forty-Six (RR-E46) on Schedule "A" (Map 3) to
this By-law, an apartment dwelling with a maximum of eight (8)
dwelling units shall be a permitted use in addition to the uses permitted
in the Rural Residential (RR) Zone.
For the same lands, notwithstanding any part of this By-law to the
contrary, off-street parking for a residential use may be located on a
separate lot described legally as part of Lot 12, Concession B, being
part of Block A, Registered Plan No. 24, described more specifically as
Part 1, Plan 49R-12025.
6.4
Holding Zones
6.4.1
Rural Residential-Holding One (RR-h-1) (portions of Hidden River
Estates Subdivision)
Notwithstanding Section 3.16, or any other provision of this by-law to
the contrary, no person shall erect any building or structure on Lots 3,
5, 8 and 10 to 23 on Plan 512 until the holding symbol is removed. The
holding symbol will only be removed when the subdivision agreement
applicable to these lands has been amended to the satisfaction of
the Township.
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6.4.2
Rural Residential-Holding Two (RR-h-2)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands described
as part of Lots 6 and 7, Concession 14(C), in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Rural Residential-Holding Two (RR-h-2)
on Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, in accordance with the
conditions set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a
building or structure, except in accordance with the following:
a)
Permitted Uses
Existing uses in existing locations
Open space
Passive recreation that does not require a building
b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
A plan of subdivision pursuant to Section 51 of the Planning
Act is draft approved by the County of Renfrew.
It is demonstrated that the site is suitable for the installation
of private services.
6.4.3
Rural Residential-Exception Eight-Holding (RR-E8-h)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands described
as part of Lot 1, Concession 11, in the geographic Township of McNab
and delineated as Rural Residential-Exception Eight-Holding (RR-E8-h)
on Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-law, in accordance with the
conditions set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a
building or structure, except in accordance with the following:
i)
Permitted Uses
Existing uses in existing locations
Agricultural uses that do not require a building
Open space
Passive recreation that does not require a building
ii)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (-h)
1) Planning Justification Report that determines whether a
plan of subdivision is considered "good planning" in
accordance with the Provincial Policy Statement and the
Township's Official Plan.
2) Site Servicing Options Report that recommends and justifies
the type of servicing.
3)
Hydrogeological Study with Nitrate Impact Assessment,
subject to peer review in relation to Ministry of Environment
Guidelines D-5-4 and D-5-5.
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4) A Storm Water Management Report
5) Archaeological Assessment (land and water).
6) Geotechnical Study and Slope Stability Study that
addresses potential karst topography and slip clays and
identifies suitable building sites above the floodplain and
how any water access for each of the proposed lots will be
safely accommodated.
7) Environmental Impact Study to address potential impact of
development on the natural environment, including habitat
for threatened and endangered species and water quality
of the river.
8)
Favourable Minimum Distance Separation 1 (MDS1)
calculations for a Type B Land Use.
9) Draft approval of a plan of subdivision.
6.4.4
Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Two-Holding (RR-E42-h)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from any of the lands
zoned Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Two-Holding (RR-E42-h), in
part of Lot 6, Concession B (Lots 1 & 2, Reg. Plan 39), geographic
Township of McNab, on Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, in
accordance with the conditions set forth herein, no person shall use
land or erect or use a building or structure, except in accordance with
the following:
a)
Permitted Uses
Existing uses in existing locations
Open space
Passive recreation that does not require a holding
b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
The submission of a satisfactory lot grading and drainage
plan satisfactory to the Township.
6.4.5
Rural Residential-Exception Forty-Three-Holding (RR-E43-h)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from any of the lands
zoned Rural Residential - Exception Forty-Three - Holding (RR-E43-h), in
part of Lot 6, Concession B (Lots 1 & 2) Reg. Plan 39), geographic
Township of McNab, on Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, in
accordance with the conditions set forth herein, no person shall use
land or erect or use a building or structure, except in accordance with
the following:
a)
Permitted Uses
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Existing uses in existing locations
Open space
Passive recreation that does not require a holding
b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
The submission of a satisfactory lot grading and drainage
plan satisfactory to the Township.
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SECTION 7 - REQUIREMENTS FOR LIMITED SERVICE RESIDENTIAL (LSR)
ZONE
7.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use any land or erect or use any building or structure in any LSR zone
except for:
a)
Residential Uses
A Limited Service Dwelling
7.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure within an LSR
Zone except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (Minimum)
4047 m2
b)
Lot Frontage (Minimum)
45 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (Minimum)
6 m
d)
Side Yard Width (Minimum)
Interior
3 m
Exterior
6 m
e)
Rear Yard Depth (Minimum)
7.5 m
f)
Lot Coverage (Maximum)
25%
g)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 m
h)
Dwellings per lot (maximum) - 1 *See general provisions related to
additional dwellings
i)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
j)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in section 4 of this By-law.
k)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
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l)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
7.3
Exception Zones
7.3.1
Limited Service Residential-Exception One (LSR-E1)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
delineated as Limited Service Residential-Exception One (LSR-E1) on
Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, a geotechnical and/or slope
stability study and/or other related study as determined by the
Township, is required to be submitted with any application for a
building permit for the purpose of a new structure, an enlargement to
an existing structure or a pool.
The required study or studies shall examine any potential hazard on
the subject lands and outline any conditions or mitigation methods, if
any, on which a structure can be constructed. The study shall be
completed to the satisfaction of the Township prior to the issuance of
any
building
permit.
The
LSR-E1
boundary
is
based
on
recommendations in a report prepared by Houle Chevrier Engineering
Ltd., dated September 11, 2012.
7.3.2
Limited Service Residential-Exception Two (LSR-E2)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
delineated as Limited Service Residential-Exception Two (LSR-E2) on
Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, a geotechnical and/or slope
stability study and/or other study as determined by the Township, is
required to be submitted with any application for a building permit for
the purpose of a new structure, an enlargement to an existing
structure or a pool. The required study or studies shall examine any
potential hazard on the subject lands and outline any conditions or
mitigation methods, if any, on which a structure can be constructed.
The study shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Township prior
to the issuance of any building permit.
7.3.3
Limited Service Residential-Exception Three (LSR-E3)
Notwithstanding Section 3.27.5 and 3.27.6, or any other provision of this
By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 5,
Concession 2, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated
Section 7 - Limited Service Residential (LSR) Zone
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as Limited Service Residential-Exception Three (LSR-E3) on Schedule
"A" (Map 1) to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Setback from the high water mark
Septic System
15 metres
Associated Mantle
5 metres
ii)
Separation from the boundary of a Provincially Significant
Wetland
Septic System
15 metres
Associated Mantle
5 metres
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SECTION 8 - REQUIREMENTS FOR MOBILE HOME PARK (MHP) ZONE
8.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in an MHP zone except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Accessory single detached dwelling
Mobile Home
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Business Office accessory to a mobile home park
8.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure within an MHP
Zone except in accordance with the following provisions:
On full communal
water and
sewage services
On partial
communal
water and
sewer services
On private
water and
sewer services
a) Mobile Home Site
Area (Minimum)
600 sq. m
1400 m2
2025 m2
b) Mobile Home Site
Frontage (Minimum)
15 m
30 m
30 m
c) Mobile Home Front
Yard Depth (Minimum)
5 m
6 m
7.5 m
d) Mobile Home Side
Yard Depth (Minimum)
2 m
3 m
5 m
e) Mobile Home Rear
Yard Depth (Minimum)
7.5 m
10.5 m
10.5 m
f)
Mobile Home Park Lot Area (minimum)
1.2 Ha
g)
Mobile Home Park Lot Frontage (minimum)
90 m
h)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 m
i)
All roads within a Mobile Home Park shall have a minimum width of 10
metres and shall be constructed and maintained in such a manner as
to eliminate dust.
j)
Setback for Buildings and Structures:
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No building or structure within an MHP Zone shall be located within 20
metres of the boundary of an MHP Zone.
k)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
l)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in Section 4 of this By-law.
m)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
n)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
o)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
8.3
Exception Zones
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SECTION 9 - REQUIREMENTS FOR GENERAL COMMERCIAL (GC) ZONE
9.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use any land or erect or use any building or structure in any GC zone
except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Apartment/accessory dwelling on the second floor of a
permitted non-residential use
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Automotive - Car Wash
Automotive - Commercial Garage
Automotive - Gasoline Bar
Automotive - Service Station
Automotive - Store
Automotive - Vehicle Sales and/or Rental Establishment
Bakery
Bank and Financial Institution
Boat Sales, Snowmobile, Trailer and Cycle Sales and/or Rentals
Building Supply Store
Business and Professional Office
Butcher Shop
Clinic
Cinema
Convenience Store
Day Nursery
Eating Establishment - Drive In
Eating Establishment - Full Service
Eating Establishment - Take-Out
Equipment Rental Establishment
Funeral Home
Furniture/Cabinet Showroom and Workshop
Garden Centre
Home Display and Sales Outlet
Hotel
Laundry and/or Dry Cleaning Establishment
Motel
Museum
Pet Grooming Establishment
Place of Entertainment
Place of Worship
Post Office
Public Park and Private Park
Retail Store
Service Shop - General
Section 9 - General Commercial (GC) Zone
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Service Shop - Personal
Tavern
Taxi Stand
Theatre
Tourist Information
9.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in a GC Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
4047 m2
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
30 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
i.
Motel, hotel, automobile service
10.5 m
station, automobile commercial
garage
ii.
All other permitted uses
7.5 m
d)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
6 m
i.
Where the yard abuts a lot line
10.5 m
in a residential zone
e)
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
3 m
i.
Where the yard abuts a lot line
6 m
in a residential zone
f)
Exterior Side Yard depth (minimum)
7.5 m
g)
Height (maximum)
14 m
h)
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
30%
i)
Number of Dwelling Units (maximum)
1
j)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
k)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in Section 4 of this By-law.
l)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
Section 9 - General Commercial (GC) Zone
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m)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
n)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
9.3
Exception Zones
9.3.1
General Commercial-Exception One (GC-E1)
Notwithstanding Section 9.1(b) to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 7, Concession 12(A), in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as General Commercial-
Exception One (GC-E1) on Schedule "A" (Map 7) to this By-law, an
automotive commercial garage (as defined by this by-law, with the
exception that no body work shall be permitted on the premises) shall
be an additional permitted use for the subject lands.
The automotive commercial garage shall be limited to the existing
building and no more than five automobiles (either with or without
current license plates) may be parked outside on the lot at any one
time.
9.3.2
General Commercial-Exception Two (GC-E2)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 7, Concession 12(A), in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as General Commercial-
Exception Two (GC-E2) on Schedule "A" (Map 7), the permitted uses
shall be limited to the following:
Accessory dwelling unit
Automotive - vehicle sales or rental establishment
Business office
Electrician or plumber shop
Furniture or wood products shop
Garden centre
Personal service shop
Professional office
The maximum number of vehicles permitted for sale, rent or service on
the property at any one time shall be five (5) vehicles.
Section 9 - General Commercial (GC) Zone
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9.3.3
General Commercial-Exception Three (GC-E3)
Notwithstanding Sections 9.2(e), 4.2.1, 4.8.4(c) and 4.14.4 to the
contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 6, Concession 4, in
the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as General
Commercial-Exception Three (GC-E3) on Schedule "A" (Map 11) to
this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Interior Side Yard Setback (minimum)
3.0 metres
Total Retail Parking Spaces Required
7 spaces
Parking Space Setback from Streetline
0 metres
Loading Space Setback from Streetline
0 metres
Loading Space
Permitted in the
Front Yard
9.3.4
General Commercial-Exception Four (GC-E4)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 5, Concession 12(A), in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as General Commercial-
Exception Four (GC-E4) on Schedule "A" (Map 7) to this By-law, a
woodworking and furniture shop, an appliance retail and service
shop, and an accessory dwelling unit shall be permitted in addition to
the normal RR uses.
9.3.5
General Commercial-Exception Five (GC-E5)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.24, 3.27.5 and 9.1(b) of this By-law to the
contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 2, Concession 5, in
the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as General
Commercial-Exception Five (GC-E5) on Schedule "A" (Map 10) to this
By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
A mini storage establishment shall be the only permitted use.
All buildings and structures shall be setback a minimum of 12
metres from the high water mark.
Open storage is prohibited.
The storage of goods which are explosive, highly flammable, or
produce noxious odours are prohibited.
9.3.6
General Commercial-Exception Six (GC-E6)
Notwithstanding Section 9.1(b) of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 6, Concession 13(B), in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as General Commercial-
Section 9 - General Commercial (GC) Zone
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Exception Six (GC-E6) on Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, the
permitted uses shall be limited to the following:
Business or Professional Office
Contractor's yard or shop
Retail Store
Warehouse
All other provisions of the GC Zone apply.
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SECTION 10 - REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL (HC)
ZONE
10.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use any land or erect or use any building or structure in any HC zone
except for:
a)
Residential Uses
An accessory apartment to a permitted non-residential use
An accessory single detached dwelling to a permitted non-
residential use
Where the permitted use is an automotive service station or
commercial garage, the accessory residential use shall be a
single detached dwelling.
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Animal Hospital
Automotive - Body Shop
Automotive - Car Wash
Automotive - Commercial Garage
Automotive - Gasoline Bar
Automotive - Service Station
Automotive - Store
Automotive - Vehicle Sales and/or Rental Establishment
Boat Sales, Snowmobile, Trailer and Cycle Sales and Rentals
Building Supply Store
Business and Professional Offices
Convenience Store
Eating Establishment - Drive In
Eating Establishment - Full Service
Eating Establishment - Take-Out
Equipment Rental Establishment
Furniture Showroom and Workshop
Garden Centre
Home Display and Sales Outlet
Hotel
Kennel
Laundromat
Laundry and Dry Cleaning Establishment
Mini Storage Establishment
Motel
Pet Grooming Establishment
Place Of Entertainment
Public Park, Private Park
Retail Store
Section 10 - Highway Commercial (HC) Zone
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Service Shop General
Service Shop Personal
Tavern
Welding Shop
10.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in a HC Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
4047 m2
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
45 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
10.5 m
d)
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
6 m
i.
Where the side yard abuts a
10.5 m
residential zone
e)
Exterior Side Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 m
f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 m
i.
Where the rear yard abuts a
10.5 m
residential zone
g)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
33%
h)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 m
i)
Landscape Open Space (minimum)
30%
j)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
k)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in Section 4 of this By-law.
l)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
m)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
n)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
Section 10 - Highway Commercial (HC) Zone
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that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
10.3
Exception Zones
10.3.1
Highway Commercial-Exception One (HC-E1)
Notwithstanding Section 10.1(a) and (b) to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 17, Concession 8, in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as Highway Commercial-
Exception One (HC-E1) on Schedule "A (Map 2) to this By-law, the
following uses shall be permitted:
Automotive - gasoline bar
Building Supply Store
Eating establishment - drive-in
Eating establishment - full service
Eating establishment - take out
Garden centre
Home sales and display outlet
Retail Store
All other provisions of the HC Zone shall apply.
10.3.2
Highway Commercial-Exception Two (HC-E2)
Notwithstanding Section 10.1(a), or any other provision of this By-law
to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lots 1 and 2,
Concession 5, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated
as Highway Commercial-Exception Two (HC-E2) on Schedule "A"
(Map 1) to this By-law, a detached dwelling shall be an additional
permitted use.
10.3.3
Highway Commercial-Exception Three (HC-E3)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.9.1, and 10.1(a) and (b), or any other
provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as
part of Lot 18, Concession 7, in the geographic Township of McNab
and delineated as Highway Commercial-Exception Three (HC-E3) on
Schedule "A" (Map 5) to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply:
i)
Additional Permitted Uses
Apartment dwelling
Duplex dwelling
Maisonette dwelling
Mini storage establishment
Row house dwelling
Section 10 - Highway Commercial (HC) Zone
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Semi detached dwelling
Single detached dwelling
Triplex dwelling
ii)
More than one building used as a dwelling or containing one or
more dwelling units shall be permitted on a lot.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.4
Holding Zones
10.4.1
Highway Commercial-Exception One-Holding (HC-E1-h)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands described
as part of Lot 17, Concession 8, in the geographic Township of McNab
and delineated as Highway Commercial-Exception One-Holding
(HC-E1-h) on Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-law, in accordance with
the conditions set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use
a building or structure, except in accordance with the following:
i)
Permitted Uses
Existing uses in existing locations
Open space
Passive recreation that does not require a building
ii)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
1.
Site Plan
2.
Lot Grading and Drainage Plan
3.
Traffic Study
4.
Environmental Impact Analysis
5.
Hydrogeological Study (with nitrate impact assessment)
6.
Geotechnical Study
7.
Site Servicing Options Report.
10.4.2
Highway Commercial-Exception Three-Holding (HC-E3-h)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands described
as part of Lot 18, Concession 7, in the geographic Township of McNab
and delineated as Highway Commercial-Exception Three-Holding
(HC-E3-h) on the Schedule "A" (Map 5) to this By-law, in accordance
with the conditions set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect
or use a building or structure, except in accordance with the following:
a)
Permitted Uses
Existing uses in existing locations
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Open space
Passive recreation that does not require a building
b)
Conditions for removal of a Holding Symbol (h)
Hydro-geological study, including nitrate impact
assessment
Noise study
Traffic Impact study
Stormwater management report
Lot grading and drainage plans
Environmental Impact Study (Including Species at risk)
Land use compatibility assessment for noise/lights
associated with commercial uses involving trucks
Site plan approval
Development agreement
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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SECTION 11 - REQUIREMENTS FOR TOURIST COMMERCIAL (TC) ZONE
11.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use any land or erect or use any building or structure in any TC zone
except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Accessory Single Detached Dwelling
Staff Dormitory Dwelling
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Active Recreational Use
Automotive - Gasoline Bar
Camping Establishment
Eating Establishment - Drive In
Eating Establishment - Full Service
Eating Establishment - Take Out
Hotel
Marina
Motel
Passive Recreational Uses
Place of Entertainment
Private Park
Propane, Retail
Public Park
Recreational Vehicle Campground
Resort
Retail Store
Riding Stables
Tourist Establishment
11.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in a (TC) Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
1.5 Ha
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
120 m
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
10.5 m
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
10.5 m
(e)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
10.5 m
Section 11 - Tourist Commercial (TC) Zone
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(f)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
20%
(g)
Building Height (maximum)
12 m
(h)
Recreational Vehicle Site Density
i.
Connected to individual on site sewage disposal system
(maximum) - 5 per hectare based on the area of the entire
park, provided 4047 square metres are deducted from the
total area, if an accessory dwelling unit is used or erected.
ii.
Connected to a communal sewage system or utilizing an
internal holding tank/system not connected to any sewage
system (maximum) - 20 per hectare based on the area of
the entire park.
(i)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
(j)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in section 4 of this By-law.
(k)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(l)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
(m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
11.3
Exception Zones
11.3.1
Tourist Commercial-Exception One (TC-E1)
Notwithstanding Section 11.2(b), or any other provision of this By-law
to the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lots 6 and 7,
Concession 8, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated
as Tourist Commercial-Exception One (TC-E1) on Schedule "A" (Map
2) to this By-law, the 120 metre minimum lot frontage shall not apply.
11.3.2
Tourist Commercial-Exception Two (TC-E2)
Notwithstanding Sections 11.2(c), (d) and (e), 3.27.5(a) and 3.2.3, or
any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 6, Concession 3, in the geographic Township
Section 11 - Tourist Commercial (TC) Zone
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of McNab and delineated as Tourist Commercial-Exception Two (TC-
E2) and 11.3.3 Tourist Commercial - Exception Three (TC-E3) on
Schedule "A" (Map 11) to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply:
i)
A cottage establishment consisting of 11 detached cottages
shall be permitted.
ii)
All buildings and structures existing as of August 21, 2018 shall be
permitted in their existing locations.
iii)
The site shall be considered a single lot for planning purposes and
setbacks to the property line between 1106 Point Road and
1138C-1138F Point Road shall not apply.
11.3.3
Tourist Commercial-Exception Three
Notwithstanding Sections 11.2(c), (d) and (e), 3.27.5(a) and 3.2.3, or
any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 6, Concession 3, in the geographic Township
of McNab Schedule "A" (Map 11) and delineated as Tourist
Commercial-Exception Three (TC-E3), the following provision shall
apply:
i)
All buildings and structures existing as of August 21, 2018 shall be
permitted in their existing locations.
11.4
Holding Zones
11.4.1
Tourist Commercial-Exception One-Holding (TC-E1-h)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from any of the lands
zoned Tourist Commercial-Exception One-holding (TC-E1-h), in Part of
Lots 6 and 7, Concession 8, in the geographic Township of McNab on
Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-law, in accordance with the
conditions set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a
building or structure, except in accordance with the following:
a)
Permitted Uses
Existing uses in existing locations
Open Space
Passive recreation that does not require a holding
b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
1) Detailed Site Plan
2) Planning Justification Report
3) Minimum Distance Separation One (Type B)
4) Geotechnical Study
Section 11 - Tourist Commercial (TC) Zone
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5)
Scoped Hydrogeological Report with Nitrate Impact
Assessment and Soils Analysis
6) Servicing Options Report
7) Archaeological Assessment
8) Lot Grading and Drainage Plan
9) Site Plan Control Agreement
10) Environmental Impact Study.
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SECTION 12 - REQUIREMENTS FOR DISPOSAL INDUSTRIAL (DM) ZONE
12.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any DM Zone except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Prohibited
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Salvage Yard
Snow Disposal Facility
Waste Disposal Site, including transfer stations and composting
sites
12.2 Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any DM Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Yards (minimum):
Abutting an
Industrial Zone
Abutting any
Other Zone
i)
Front Yard Depth
22 m
30 m
ii)
Side Yard Width
15 m
30 m
iii)
Rear Yard Depth
15 m
30 m
b)
Buffer Strip
No land in any DM Zone shall be used for any other purpose than a
buffer strip within,
i)
30 metres of any Zone other than an industrial zone; and
ii)
22 metres of any street line.
c)
Abandoned or Rehabilitated
No building shall be erected or constructed in a waste disposal site
that has been abandoned or rehabilitated.
d)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
e)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in section 4 of this By-law.
f)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
Section 12 - Disposal Industrial (DM) Zone
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g)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
h)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
12.3
Exceptions Zones
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SECTION 13 - REQUIREMENTS FOR MINERAL AGGREGATE PIT (MP)
ZONE
13.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any MP Zone except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Prohibited
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Extractive industrial facility (i.e. wash plant, crusher) - does not
include a concrete or asphalt manufacturing plant
Forestry
Gravel Pit
Limited Farm
Processing of Aggregates (i.e. screening, sorting, washing,
crushing, storing)
13.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any MP Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
10 Ha
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
45 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
30 m
d)
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
e)
Exterior Side Yard Depth (minimum)
30 m
f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
g)
Landscaped buffer (all lot lines)
15 m
h)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
i)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in section 4 of this By-law.
j)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
Section 13 - Mineral Aggregate Pit (MP) Zone
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k)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
l)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
13.3
Exception Zones
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SECTION 14 - REQUIREMENTS FOR MINERAL AGGREGATE PIT - RESERVE
(MP-R) ZONE
14.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any MP-R Zone except
for:
a)
Residential Uses
Prohibited
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Forestry
Limited Farm
14.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any MP-R Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
10 Ha
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
45 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
30 m
d)
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
e)
Exterior Side Yard Depth (minimum)
30 m
f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
g)
Landscaped buffer (all lot lines)
15 m
h)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
i)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in Section 4 of this By-law.
j)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
k)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
Section 14 - Mineral Aggregate Pit - Reserve (MP-R) Zone
By-Law #2025-54
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l)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
14.3
Exception Zones
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SECTION 15 - REQUIREMENTS FOR MINERAL AGGREGATE QUARRY
(MQ) ZONE
15.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any MQ Zone except
for:
a)
Residential Uses
Prohibited
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Extractive industrial facility (i.e. wash plant, crusher) - does not
include a concrete or asphalt manufacturing plant
Forestry
Limited Farm
Gravel Pit
Processing of Aggregates (i.e. screening, sorting, washing,
crushing, storing)
Quarry
15.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any MQ Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
10 Ha
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
45 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
30 m
d)
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
e)
Exterior Side Yard Depth (minimum)
30 m
f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
g)
Landscaped buffer (all lot lines)
15 m
h)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
i)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in Section 4 of this By-law.
Section 15 - Mineral Aggregate Quarry (MQ) Zone
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j)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
k)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
l)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
15.3
Exception Zones
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SECTION 16 - REQUIREMENTS FOR MINERAL AGGREGATE QUARRY
RESERVE (MQ-R) ZONE
16.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any MQ-R Zone except
for:
a)
Residential Uses
Prohibited
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Forestry
Limited Farm
16.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any MQ-R
Zone except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
10 Ha
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
45 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
30 m
d)
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
e)
Exterior Side Yard Depth (minimum)
30 m
f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
g)
Landscaped buffer (all lot lines)
15 m
h)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
i)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in Section 4 of this By-law.
j)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
k)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
Section 16 - Mineral Aggregate Quarry - Reserve (MQ-R) Zone
By-Law #2025-54
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l)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
16.3
Exception Zones
16.3.1
Mineral Aggregate Quarry-Reserve-Exception One (MQ-R-E1)
Notwithstanding Section 16.1 to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 17, Concession A, in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Mineral Aggregate Quarry- Reserve-
Exception One (MQ-R-E1) on Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-law, no
person shall use the land except for a significant wildlife habitat
protection area.
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SECTION 17 - REQUIREMENTS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRIAL (GM) ZONE
17.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any GM Zone except
for:
a)
Residential Uses
Prohibited
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Abattoir
Automotive-Body Shop
Automotive-Commercial Garage
Automotive-Vehicle Sales or Rental Establishment
Business Office accessory to a permitted use
Cannabis Production Facility
Concrete Manufacturing Plant
Contractor's Yard Or Shop
Factory Outlet
Fuel Storage Tank
Light Manufacturing Plant
Logging Hauler
Manufacturing Plant
Mini Storage Establishment
Propane/Natural Gas Transfer Facility
Public Garage
Retail Stores involving the sale and/or rental of heavy machinery,
fuels,
factory
equipment,
boats,
recreational
vehicles,
motorcycles, snowmobiles
Retail Uses accessory to a permitted use
Sawmill
Service Shop, General
Truck Terminal
Warehouse
Welding/Metal Shop
Woodworking Shop
17.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any GM Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
4047 m2
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
35 m
Section 17 - General Industrial (GM) Zone
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c)
Yards (minimum):
Abutting an
Industrial Zone
Abutting Other
Zone
i)
Front Yard Depth
15 m
30 m
ii)
Side Yard Depth
3 m
30 m
iii)
Exterior Side Yard Depth
15 m
30 m
iv) Rear Yard Depth
9 m
30 m
d)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
50%
e)
Building Height (maximum)
15 m
f)
Landscaped Open Space
30%
g)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
h)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in section 4 of this By-law.
i)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
j)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
k)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
17.3
Exception Zones
17.3.1
General Industrial-Exception One (GM-E1)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for
those lands described as part of Lots 9, 10 and 11, Concession 13(B),
in the geographic Village of Braeside and delineated as General
Industrial-Exception One (GM-E1) on Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-
law, all the uses of the General Industrial (GM) Zone shall be permitted
however, the ground water shall not be utilized.
17.4
Holding Zones
17.4.1
General Industrial-Holding (GM-h)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from any of the lands
zoned General Industrial-holding (GM-h) in part of Lot 8, Concession
Section 17 - General Industrial (GM) Zone
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13(B) and part of Lots 9, 10 and 11, Concession 14(C), geographic
Village of Braeside on Schedule A (Map 2) to this By-law, in
accordance with the conditions set forth herein, no person shall use
land or erect or use a building or structure, except in accordance with
the following:
a)
Permitted Uses
Existing uses in existing locations
Open space
Passive recreation that does not require a building
b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
These conditions will be addressed in the approximate order as
stated and all conditions must be satisfied prior to the passing of
a by-law to remove the holding symbol:
a.
A site plan pursuant to Section 41 of the Planning Act for the
development permitted under the GM Zone is submitted to
the municipality.
b.
The proponent demonstrates, to Council's satisfaction, that
the servicing systems (sewage and water systems) shown on
the site plan meeting the requirements of the approval
authority.
c.
Access to the development, including entrance location
and design, meets engineering requirements to Council's
satisfaction.
d.
Council holds a public meeting to seek public input on the
site plan.
e.
Council determines what changes, if any, it requires to the
site plan and advises the proponent accordingly.
f.
Council gives final approval to the site plan whereupon a
site plan agreement under Section 41 of the Planning Act is
executed and registered on title.
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SECTION 18 - REQUIREMENTS FOR LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (LM) ZONE
18.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any LM Zone except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Prohibited
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Agriculture Commercial Establishment
Business Office accessory to a permitted use
Cannabis Production Facility
Factory Outlet
Light Manufacturing Plant
Propane/Natural Gas Transfer Facility
Public Garage
Retail Uses accessory to a permitted use
Truck Terminal
Warehouse
Those non-residential uses of the Highway Commercial (HC) zone
listed in Section 13.1(b)
18.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any LM Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
4047 m2
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
45 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
10.5 m
d)
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
6 m
Where the side yard abuts a
residential zone
10.5 m
e)
Exterior Side Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 m
f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 m
Where the rear yard abuts a
residential zone
10.5 m
g)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
33%
Section 18 - Light Industrial (LM) Zone
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h)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 m
i)
Landscape Open Space (minimum)
30%
j)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
k)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in Section 4 of this By-law.
l)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
m)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
n)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
18.3
Exception Zones
18.3.1
Light Industrial-Exception One (LM-E1)
Notwithstanding Section 18.1(a) and (b) to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lots 5, 6 and 7 Concession 12(A), in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Light Industrial-
Exception One (LM-E1) on Schedule A (Map 7) to this By-law, the only
permitted uses shall include:
Automotive Store
Automotive Vehicle Sales or Rental Establishment
Automotive Service Station
Bank / Financial Institution
Building Supply Store
Business Office
Clinic
Conference Centre
Eating Establishment
Hotel
Light Manufacturing Plant
Personal Service Shop
Retail Store
Section 18 - Light Industrial (LM) Zone
By-Law #2025-54
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18.3.2
Light Industrial-Exception Two-Temporary (LM-E2-Temporary)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 6, Concession 11, in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Light Industrial-Exception Two-
Temporary (LM-E2-Temporary) on Schedule A (Map 2) to this By-law, a
temporary building to be used as a business office shall be a permitted
use until *May 20, 2026.* All other provisions of the Zoning By-law shall
apply.
18.4
Holding Zones
18.4.1
Light Industrial-Exception One Holding (LM-E1-h)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands described
as part of Lots 5, 6 and 7 Concession 12(A), in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as Light Industrial-Exception One
Holding (LM-E1-h) on Schedule A (Map 7) to this By-law, in
accordance with the conditions set forth herein, no person shall use
land or erect or use a building or structure, except in accordance with
the following:
a)
Permitted Uses:
Existing uses in existing locations
Open space
Passive recreation that does not require a building
b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h):
Submission of a Site Servicing Options Report to the
satisfaction of the municipality;
A site plan approved by the Township of McNab/Braeside;
That the Township of McNab/Braeside is satisfied with a long
term storm water management solution for the residential
and future commercial development in one common storm
water facility located within the commercial lands located
in Lot 5, Concession 12(A) in the geographic Township of
McNab; and
That the County of Renfrew is satisfied with a long term storm
water management solution for the residential and future
commercial development in one common storm water
facility located within the commercial lands located in Lot
5, Concession 12(A) in the geographic Township of McNab.
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SECTION 19 - REQUIREMENTS FOR RURAL (RU) ZONE
19.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect, alter or use a building or structure in any RU Zone except
for:
a)
Residential Uses
Group Home
Single Detached Dwelling
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Bed and Breakfast
Cannabis Production Facility
Cemetery
Farm
Farm - Agriculture related use
Farm - On farm diversified use
Forestry
Home industry
Hunt or fish camp
Private Airfield
Recreation, passive
Special Event *with an approved special event permit from
Township*
19.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any RU Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot area (minimum)
i)
Single detached dwelling,
4047 m2
home industry, bed and
breakfast, hunt or fishing camp
ii)
All other permitted uses 2 Ha
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
45 m
c)
Front yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 m
d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
3 m
e)
Exterior Side Yard Width (minimum)
7.5 m
f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 m
Section 19 - Rural (RU) Zone
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g)
Lot Coverage
20 %
h)
Dwellings per lot (maximum) - 1 *See general provisions related to
additional dwellings
i)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
j)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in Section 4 of this By-law.
k)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
l)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
19.3
Exception Zones
19.3.1
Rural-Exception One (RU-E1)
Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 21, Concession 6, in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as Rural-Exception One (RU-E1)
on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, the permitted uses shall be
limited to the following:
A Garden Centre
An Agricultural Commercial Establishment
Accessory Buildings and Structures
19.3.2
Rural-Exception Two (RU-E2)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, in addition to
the normal uses of the Rural (RU) zone, those lands described as part
of Lot 21, Concession 7, in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Rural-Exception Two (RU-E2) on Schedule "A" (Map 1)
to this By-law may be used for a home display and sales outlet.
Section 19 - Rural (RU) Zone
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19.3.3
Rural-Exception Three (RU-E3)
Notwithstanding anything in this By law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 6, Concession 3 in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Rural-Exception Three (RU-E3), on
Schedule "A" (Map 11) to this By law, a lumber retail yard shall be
permitted in addition to the normal uses of the RU zone.
For the purposes of this, a lumber retail yard shall mean an open area
of land where pre-cut lumber is stored for retail sale and shall not
include a sawmill.
19.3.4
Rural-Exception Four (RU-E4)
Notwithstanding Section 3.26.3 c) to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 20, Concession 2, in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Rural-Exception Four (RU-E4) on
Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, the minimum setback for existing
farm buildings to any lot line shall be 13 metres. The keeping of
livestock within a farm building that is closer than 30 metres to any lot
line shall be prohibited.
19.3.5
Rural-Exception Five (RU-E5)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.27.3, 3.27.5 a), 19.2(c) and 19.2(d) to the
contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 21, Concession 13(B)
(Lots 17, 18 and 19, Plan 217) in the geographic Township of McNab
and delineated as Rural-Exception Five (RU-E5) on Schedule "A" (Map
2) to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Road Setback (minimum)
1.5 metres (from
front lot line)
ii)
Water Setback (minimum)
12 metres
iii)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
1.5 metres
iv)
Southern Side Yard Width (minimum)
1.8 metres
19.3.6
Rural-Exception Six (RU-E6)
Notwithstanding Section 19.1(b) to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 13, Concession 6, in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Rural-Exception Six (RU-E6) on Schedule
"A" (Map 9) to this By-law, a retail store involving the sale and service
of recreational vehicles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), snowmobiles, boats
and marine products, and lawn and garden equipment shall be an
additional permitted use for the subject lands and the maximum
height for an accessory building shall be 8 metres.
Section 19 - Rural (RU) Zone
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19.3.7
Rural-Exception Seven (RU-E7)
Notwithstanding Section 3.27.6 to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 11, Concession 2, in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Rural-Exception Seven (RU-E7) on
Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, the 120 metre setback from the
adjacent Provincially Significant Wetland (PSW), shall not apply.
19.3.8
Rural-Exception Eight (RU-E8)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.2.1, or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lot 20, Concession 2
West, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural-
Exception Eight (RU-E8) on Schedule "A" (Map 1), the existing
accessory shed and geo-dome shall be permitted prior to a main
permitted use.
19.3.9
Rural-Exception Nine (RU-E9)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, for
those lands described as part of Lot 9, Concession 7, in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural-Exception
Nine (RU-E9) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, the existing
accessory building shall be permitted prior to the main permitted use.
All other provisions of the RU Zone shall apply.
19.3.10
Rural-Exception Ten (RU-E10)
Notwithstanding Section 19.2(b)) of this By-law to the contrary, for
those lands described as part of Lot 7, Concession 7, in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as Rural-Exception Ten (RU-E10)
on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, no buildings or structures shall
be permitted within 20 metres from the crest of the northern slope. No
buildings or structures shall be permitted within 5 metres from the crest
of the eastern slope.
19.3.11
Rural-Exception Eleven (RU-E11)
Notwithstanding Section 3.27.6 and 19.2(f), or any other provision of
this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 12,
Concession 2, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated
as Rural-Exception Eleven (RU-E11) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-
law, the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Setback from a Provincially
Significant Wetland (minimum)
35 metres
ii)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
20 metres
Within the minimum required rear yard, no buildings or structures are
permitted. The area is to remain in natural vegetation and be used
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only for open space and passive recreation. All other provisions of the
Zoning By-law shall apply.
19.3.12
Rural-Exception Twelve (RU-E12)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
delineated as Rural-Exception Twelve (RU-E12) on Schedule "A" (Map
2) to this By-law, a geotechnical and/or slope stability study and/or
other study as determined by the Township, is required to be submitted
with any application for a building permit for the purpose of a new
structure, an enlargement to an existing structure or a pool. The
required study or studies shall examine any potential hazard on the
subject lands and outline any conditions or mitigation methods, if any,
on which a structure can be constructed. The study shall be
completed to the satisfaction of the Township prior to the issuance of
any building permit.
19.3.13
Rural-Exception Thirteen (RU-E13)
Notwithstanding Section 3.26.1(b) to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 6, Concession 11, in the geographic Township
of McNab, and delineated Rural-Exception Thirteen (RU-E13) on
Schedule A (Map 2) to this By-law, the separation distance between
an industrial zone or industrial-holding zone and a dwelling shall not
apply. All other provisions of the by-law shall apply.
19.3.14
Rural- Exception Fourteen (RU-E14)
Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 21, Concession 12(A), including Lot 34,
Plan 211, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as
Rural-Exception Fourteen (RU-E14) on Schedule "A" (Map 2 - Rhoddy's
Bay Inset) to this By-law, the subject lands shall be considered as a
single lot. No new development shall be permitted on that portion
described as Lot 34, Plan 211 and no buildings or structures shall be use
for any other purpose than storage.
19.3.15
Rural-Exception Fifteen (RU-E15)
Notwithstanding Section 19.1(b), or any other provision of this By-law
to the contrary, for those lands described as Lot 1, Plan 619 in part of
Lot 16, Concession 3, in the geographic Township McNab and
delineated as Rural-Exception Fifteen (RU-E15) on Schedule "A" (Map
1) to this By-law, a wellness group home shall be an additional
permitted use.
For the purposes of this subsection a wellness group home shall be
defined as:
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A single residence in which up to 9 persons over the age of 18
(excluding staff), temporarily or permanently reside under responsible
supervision where indoor and outdoor programs and activities are
offered that promote mental, emotional, and physical healing for
healthy living.
19.3.16
Rural-Exception Sixteen (RU-E16)
Notwithstanding Section 19.1(b), or any other provision of this By-law
to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 6, Concession
3, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural-
Exception Sixteen (RU-E16) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, an
assembly hall shall be an additional permitted use.
19.3.17
Rural-Exception Seventeen (RU-E17)
Notwithstanding Sections 19.2(c) and (f) or any other provision of this
By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 15,
Concession 2, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated
as Rural-Exception Seventeen (RU-E17) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to
this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
94.7 metres
ii)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
84.3 metres
19.3.18
Rural-Exception Eighteen (RU-E18)
Notwithstanding Sections 3.26.1(d) or any other provision of this By-law
to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 1, Concession
7, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Rural-
Exception Eighteen (RU-E18) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law,
the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Separation of a residential lot
106 metres
from a Mineral Quarry Reserve
(MQ-R) Zone (minimum)
19.3.19
Rural - Exception Nineteen (RU-E19)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, in addition to
those uses normally permitted in the Rural (RU) Zone, those lands
described as part of Lot 25, Concession 4, in the geographic Township
of McNab and zoned Rural - Exception Nineteen (RU-E19) on
Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law may be used for the purposes of a
body shop, automotive commercial garage, and wrecking yard in
compliance with the provisions of the Rural (RU) Zone, excepting,
however, that:
i)
Lot Area (minimum)
18 hectares
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ii)
For the purposes of this subsection, auto wrecking yard shall
mean a lot or premises for the storage or handling of derelict
vehicles, including ancillary automotive sales and automotive
parts sales.
19.3.20
Rural-Exception Twenty (RU-E20)
Notwithstanding Section 3.26.1(c) or any other provision of this By-law
to the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lots 17 and 18,
Concession 2, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated
as Rural-Exception Twenty (RU-E20) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this
By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Separation from Mineral
60 metres
Aggregate Pit Reserve (MP-R)
Zone (minimum)
19.3.21
Rural-Exception Twenty-One (RU-E21)
Notwithstanding Section 3.26.1(b) and (c), 19.2(f) or any other
provision of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as
Part of Lot 9, Concession B(13), in the geographic Village of Braeside
and delineated as Rural-Exception Twenty-One (RU-E21) on Schedule
"A" (Map 2) to this By-law, the following shall apply:
i)
Minimum separation for a dwelling from a General Industrial
(GM) or General Industrial-holding (GM-h) Zone shall be 0 metres.
ii)
Minimum separation for a dwelling from the Mineral Aggregate
Pit - Reserve (MP-R) Zone, Mineral Aggregate Pit (MP) Zone or
gravel pit shall be 86 metres (includes the 60 metre rear yard
setback and the 26 metre wide Algonquin Trail).
iii)
Minimum rear yard setback for a dwelling from the rear lot line
shall be 60 metres.
All other provisions of the Zoning By-law will apply.
19.4
Holding Zones
19.4.1
Rural-Exception Sixteen-Holding (RU-E16-h)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from any of the lands
zoned Rural-Exception Sixteen-holding (RU-E16-h), in part of Lot 6,
Concession 3, geographic Township of McNab, on Schedule A (Map
1) to this By-law, in accordance with the conditions set forth herein, no
person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure, except in
accordance with the following:
a)
Permitted Uses
Existing uses in existing locations
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Open space
Passive recreation that does not require a holding
b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
1)
Planning justification report
2)
Servicing options report
3)
Hydrogeological report with nitrate impact assessment and
soils analysis
4)
Environmental impact study
5)
Stormwater management plan
6)
Detailed site plan
7)
Site plan agreement
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SECTION 20 - REQUIREMENTS FOR AGRICULTURE (A) ZONE
20.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect, alter or use a building or structure in any A Zone except
for:
a)
Residential Uses
Single Detached Dwelling
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Bed and Breakfast
Cannabis Production Facility
Farm
Farm - Agriculture Related Use
Farm - Limited
Farm - On-farm Diversified Use
Forestry
Home Industry
Recreation - Passive
Special Event *with an approved special event permit from
Township*
20.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any A Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
40 Ha
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
45 m
c)
Yards (minimum)
Single Detached
Dwelling
All Other Uses
i)
Front Yard Depth
7.5 m
30 m
ii)
Side Yard Depth
3 m
30 m
iii)
Exterior Side Yard
Depth
7.5 m
30 m
iv)
Rear Yard Depth
7.5 m
30 m
d)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
i)
Single detached dwelling
25%
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e)
On-farm diversified uses and cannabis production facilities including
all associated services (i.e. buildings, accessory buildings, well, septic,
parking area, etc.) shall not occupy an area greater than 1 hectare.
f)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
g)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in section 4 of this By-law.
h)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
i)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
j)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
20.3
Exception Zones
20.3.1
Agriculture-Exception One (A-E1)
Notwithstanding anything else in this by-law to the contrary, for those
lands zoned Agriculture-Exception One (A-E1), all residential uses shall
be prohibited.
20.3.2
Agriculture-Exception Two (A-E2)
Notwithstanding Section 20.1(b) to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 12, Concession 9, in the geographic Township
of McNab and delineated as Agriculture-Exception Two (A-E2) on
Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-law, a light manufacturing plant shall
be permitted in addition to the uses normally permitted.
20.3.3
Agriculture-Exception Three (A-E3)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 13, Concession 11, in the geographic
Township of McNab, and delineated as Agriculture-Exception Three
(A-E3) on Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-law, the following shall apply
in order to maintain the slope stability of Dochart's Creek:
i)
The proposed buildings (dwelling, garage and out buildings)
outlined in Schedule "B" to By-law No. 2008-08 shall maintain a
minimum 7 metre setback from the crest of the slope of Dochart
Creek, as per the recommendation of the Slope Stability
Section 20 - Agriculture (A) Zone
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Assessment completed by Houle Chevrier Engineering (dated
July 24, 2007; Our Ref: 07-287). The vegetation and trees along
the slope shall be maintained. No buildings may be constructed
other than as indicated on Schedule "B" to By-law 2008-08,
without a further amendment to the zoning by-law.
20.3.4
Agriculture-Exception Four (A-E4)
Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands located in Lot 10, Concession 11, in the geographic Township of
McNab and zoned Agriculture-Exception Four (A-E4) on Schedule "A"
(Map 2) to this By-law, the only permitted uses shall be:
Animal Hospital
Automotive - Body Shop
Automotive - Car Wash
Automotive - Commercial Garage
Automotive - Store
Automotive - Vehicle Sales or Rental Establishment
Building Supply Store
Contractor's Yard or Shop
Eating Establishment - Drive-In
Eating Establishment - Full Service
Eating Establishment - Take Out
Furniture or Wood Products Shop
Garden Centre
Kennel
Meat Products Plant
Mini Storage Establishment
Retail stores involving the sale and/or rental of heavy
machinery, fuels, factory equipment, boats, recreational
vehicles, motorcycles, snowmobiles
Welding Shop
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
20.3.5
Agriculture-Exception Five (A-E5)
Notwithstanding Section 20.1(b) to the contrary, for those lands
described as Part of Lot 5, Concession 11, geographic Township of
McNab and delineated as Agriculture-Exception Five (A-E5) on
Schedule "A" (Map 2) to this By-law, the following additional uses shall
be permitted:
Accessory single detached dwelling
Agriculture Commercial Establishment
Automotive Commercial Garage
Automotive Vehicle Sales or Rental Establishment
Drive-In Eating Establishment
Section 20 - Agriculture (A) Zone
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Retail stores involving the sale and/or rental of factory
equipment and boats, recreational vehicles, motorcycles,
snowmobiles
20.3.6
Agriculture - Exception Six (A-E6)
In accordance with Section 20.2(b), or any other provision of this By-
law to the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lot 5,
Concession 8, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated
as Agriculture-Exception Six (A-E6) on Schedule 'A' (Map 2) to this By-
law, a minimum lot frontage of 20 metres shall be permitted.
All other zoning provisions of this Zoning By-law shall apply.
20.3.7
Agriculture - Exception Seven (A-E7)
Notwithstanding Sections 20.1(a) and 3.26.3(b), or any other provision
of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands described as Part of Lot
5, Concession 8, in the geographic Township of McNab and
delineated as Agriculture-Exception Nineteen (A-E19) on Schedule
'A' (Map 2) to this By-law, the following shall apply:
i)
No residential uses shall be permitted;
ii)
A 20 metre setback shall be permitted for the existing farm
building located southeast of the lot zoned as Agriculture-
Exception Exception Eighteen (A-E18).
All other zoning provisions of this Zoning By-law shall apply.
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SECTION 21 - REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMUNITY FACILITY (CF) ZONE
21.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any CF Zone except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Accessory Single Detached Dwelling
Home for the Aged
Nursing Home
Senior Citizens Home
b)
Non- Residential Uses
Assembly Hall
Cemetery
Church
Clinic
Community Centre
Forestry
Hospital
Place of Worship
Private Club
Private Park
Public Building
Public Garage
Public Park
Public Utility
Recreation, Active
Recreation, Passive
Schools
21.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in a CF Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
4047 m2
b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
45 m
c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
10.5 m
d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
5 m or 1/2 the
height of the
building, whichever
is greater
Section 21 - Community Facility (CF) Zone
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e)
Exterior Side Yard
10.5 m
f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
g)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
25%
h)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 m
i)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
j)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in Section 4 of this By-law.
k)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
l)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
21.3
Exception Zones
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SECTION 22 - REQUIREMENTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (EP)
ZONE
22.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any EP zone except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Prohibited
b)
Non- Residential Uses
Dam or Other Water Control Structure
Erosion Control Structure
Existing Farm
Limited Farm
Passive Recreation
No new buildings or structures other than for flood or erosion
control
22.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any EP Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
10.5 m
b)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
5 m
c)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
15 m
d)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
1%
e)
Building Height (maximum)
5 m
f)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
g)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in section 4 of this By-law.
h)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
i)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
Section 22 - Environmental Protection (EP) Zone
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j)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
22.3
Exception Zones
22.3.1
Environmental Protection-Exception One (EP-E1)
Lands zoned Environmental Protection-Exception One (EP-E1), on
Schedule "A" to this By-law, are Provincially Significant Wetlands
(PSWs) and permitted uses identified in Section 22.1 of this By-law. See
Section 3.27.6 for the required setback to the Environmental
Protection-Exception One (EP-E1) Zone boundary.
22.3.2
Environmental Protection-Exception Two (EP-E2)
Lands zoned Environmental Protection-Exception Two (EP-E2), on
Schedule "A" to this By-law are Life Science-Area of Natural and
Scientific Interest (ANSI) and permitted uses are identified in Section
22.1 of this By-law. See Section 3.27.7 i) for the required setback to the
Environmental Protection-Exception Two (EP-E2) Zone boundary.
22.3.3
Environmental Protection-Exception Three (EP-E3)
Lands zoned Environmental Protection-Exception Two (EP-E3), on
Schedule "A" to this By-law are Earth Science-Area of Natural and
Scientific Interest (ANSI) and permitted uses are identified in Section
22.1 of this By-law. See Section 3.27.7 ii) for the required setback to the
Environmental Protection-Exception Three (EP-E3) Zone boundary.
22.3.4
Environmental Protection-Exception Four (EP-E4)
Notwithstanding Section 22.1(b), 22.2, or any other provision of this By-
law to the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lots 1 and 2,
Concession 5, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated
as Environmental Protection-Exception Four (EP-E4) on Schedule "A"
(Map 1) to this By-law, the existing power generation plant shall be
permitted as an additional permitted use, in its existing location, as of
January 1, 2024.
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SECTION 23 - REQUIREMENTS FOR OPEN SPACE (OS) ZONE
23.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any OS zone except for:
a)
Residential Uses
Prohibited
b)
Non-Residential Uses
Buffer Strip
Golf Course
Landscaped Open Space
Natural Area
Passive Recreation
Private Park
Public Park
23.2
Zone Provisions
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any OS Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
a)
Lot Area (minimum)
NIL
b)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
NIL
c)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
NIL
d)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
NIL
e)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 m
f)
Open Storage - In accordance with the provisions for open storage in
Section 3 of the General Provisions of this By-law.
g)
Parking and Loading - In accordance with the provisions for Parking
and Loading in section 4 of this By-law.
h)
Separation Distance - In accordance with the provisions for
separation Distance in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
i)
Setbacks - In accordance with the provisions for setbacks in Section 3
- General Provisions of this By-law.
j)
Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone
Provisions of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures
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that are accessory to the permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted
in accordance with the requirements for accessory uses, buildings and
structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of this by-law.
23.3
Exception Zones
23.3.1
Open Space-Exception One (OS-E1)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as part of Lot 6, Concession 14 (C), in the geographic
Township of McNab and delineated as Open Space - Exception One
(OS-E1) on Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law, the permitted uses
shall be limited to passive recreation and natural area.
23.3.2
Open Space-Exception Two (OS-E2)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, for
the lands located within part of Lot 8, Concession 14 (C), in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Open Space-
Exception Two (OS-E2) on Schedule "A" (Map 6) to this By-law,
permitted uses shall be limited to a natural area, subject to the
following additional limitations. No subsurface soil disturbance such as
building foundations, landscaping soil stripping, nor the installation of
utilities shall be permitted on lands zoned OS-E2, with the exception of
mitigative excavations approved by the Heritage Operations Unit of
the Ontario Ministry of Culture, and carried out by a qualified
archaeologist, which shall be permitted. Notwithstanding, the existing
foundation depression may be filled with clean fill and topsoil to
prevent it from slumping and for the purpose of seeding and/or
planting ground cover.
23.3.3
Open Space-Exception Three (OS-E3)
Notwithstanding Section 23.1(a) and (b) to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 17, Concession 13 (B) (Lots 4 & 5, 49M-
47), in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Open
Space-Exception Three (OS-E3) on Schedule "A" (Map 8) to this By-
law, the only permitted use shall be natural area. No buildings or
structures shall be permitted, as these lots are to provide a view of the
Ottawa River for residential lots located to the south and west.
23.3.4
Open Space-Exception Four (OS-E4)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for
those lands described as part of Lot 17, Concession 2, in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Open Space-
Exception Four (OS-E4) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, a single
detached dwelling shall be permitted in accordance with:
Section 23 - Open Space (OS) Zone
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i)
A site specific geotechnical study approved by the municipality
ii)
A site specific site plan approved by the municipality
23.3.5
Open Space-Exception Five (OS-E5)
Notwithstanding Section 23.1(b) or any other provision of this By-law to
the contrary, for those lands described as part of Lot 17, Concession
2, in the geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Open
Space-Exception Five (OS-E5) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law,
the following applies:
All development is prohibited with the exception of a path for water
access that is constructed in accordance with an approved
geotechnical study.
23.3.6
Open Space-Exception Six (OS-E6)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for
those lands described as part of Lot 17, Concession 2, in the
geographic Township of McNab and delineated as Open Space-
Exception Six (OS-E6) on Schedule "A" (Map 1) to this By-law, the only
permitted use is a private park with associated structures (including
facilities such as washrooms, cooking facilities, water/boat access) in
accordance with a site specific site plan approved by the
municipality.