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Town of Minto Comprehensive Zoning By-law 01-86
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CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF MINTO
ZONING BY-LAW 01-86
July 2026 Consolidation
The Corporation of the Town of Minto
5941 Highway 89
R.R. #1
Harriston, ON N0G 1Z0
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USER'S GUIDE TO THE TOWN OF MINTO ZONING BY-LAW
Purpose of a Zoning By-law
A comprehensive zoning by-law is a precise legal document used by a municipality to regulate
the use of land and the buildings upon it. It states exactly what type of land uses are permitted
in a specific area or zone and provides the requirements or regulations that apply to such land.
Under Ontario's Planning Act, local municipalities can establish zoning by-laws to control the use
of land and future development of their community. Zoning By-laws also protect property owners
from the development of conflicting land uses. As such, any use of land or the construction or
use of any building or structure not in compliance with the local Zoning By-law is prohibited. The
Town of Minto Zoning By-law is also needed to help the community implement the goals and
objectives of the Wellington County Official Plan, which became effective May 6, 1999.
How to Use the By-law
For each zone, there is a list of permitted uses and a number of regulations such as lot size,
frontage, and required yards. The location of each of the zones is shown on the Zone Maps in
Schedule "A" found at the end of this By-law. The specific uses and regulations applicable to each
zone are found in the relevant section(s) of the Zoning By-law, which bears the same zone
name(s).
To determine the provisions of the Zoning By-law that affect your property, follow these steps:
1.
Locate your property on one of the Zone Maps to find the applicable zone(s) that apply
to your property (e.g. Residential R1A Zone).
2.
Once you have identified the zone(s), turn to the Table of Contents within the text of the
By-law and locate the applicable zone provisions (For example, the R1A Zone is found
under Section 9 on page 62.). Then go to the appropriate page in the By-law to determine
the permitted uses and specific regulations that relate to that zone.
3.
Review the general provisions (e.g. parking, accessory uses, etc.) contained under Section
6. The provisions contained in Section 6 apply to all land within the municipality and many
will affect your property.
4.
Section 5 - Definitions are useful when trying to understand the meaning of terminology
used throughout the Zoning By-law.
Should you have difficulty reading the Zone Maps or understanding the text of this document,
contact the Municipal Office at (519) 338-2511 for assistance.
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AMENDMENTS TO THE
TOWN OF MINTO ZONING BY-LAW
BY-LAW NUMBER 01-86
BY-LAW
NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
02-16
Feb. 13/02
Pt Lot 88, Conc. "C" former Minto Twp.
Housekeeping changes reinstate specific Residential
Zone provision R1B-31; Note text was modified to
correct typographical error from R1B-30 to R1B-31.
All other textual references and Schedule "A" refer
to correct exception number R1B-31.
02-17
Feb. 13/02
Lot 177, s/s of Nelson St, Fuller and Watson Survey
former Town of Palmerston.
02-29
Jul 10/02
Agricultural and Natural Environment to Extractive
Industrial to permit gravel extraction on 22 acres in
Pt. Lot 4, Conc. A.
02-30
May 8/02
Rezone property to Floodway Exception Zone to
permit a single detached dwelling.
02-34
May 21/02
Rezone from R2 (H) to R2 to remove holding zone.
02-42
Jul 10/02
Rezone from Agricultural to Rural Industrial
Exception Zone to permit small scale industrial
cabinet manufacturing operation.
02-46
Aug. 7/02
Rezone from FL to FL Exception to permit
construction of a gazebo in the I.O.D.E park.
02-53
Sept. 4/02
Amend ER-55 Zone to permit reduce side yard
requirements - Regency Dr subdivision.
02-60
Sept. 24/02
A-1 to C5-59 to permit motorcycle sales and service
and retail store in Teviotdale.
02-62
Oct. 2/02
A to A-60 to permit a reduce lot area requirement in
the Agricultural Zone to satisfy condition of consent
for B111/02.
02-69
Oct. 16/02
A-1 to RIN in Teviotdale.
02-77
Nov. 20/02
A-1 to A-61 and C5-62 to permit retained parcel of
B114/02 to recognize limited agricultural uses and to
rezone severed parcel to permit a truck repair shop.
02-90
Dec. 18/02
C3 to R-31 to permit residential development of
former commercial property.
03-10
Feb. 5/03
Institutional Holding and Future Development - Map
3 Harriston.
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BY-LAW
NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
03-21
Mar. 12/03
C2 to MU2-32 to permit an apartment building; Main
St W; Thuell/Rumph.
03-27
Mar. 5/03
Rezoning severed parcel of B144/02 from FD and C2-
13 to C2-12 (Wightman)
03-28
Mar. 5/03
Rezone from site specific Industrial to Site Specific
Industrial to recognize a single detached residential
dwelling as an accessory use.
03-39
Apr 2/03
To rezone to A-63 Agricultural Exception Zone to
permit a 3-D archery range and accessory retail
store.
03-52
May 7/03
To remove holding symbol from former railway
property owned by Wellingdale Construction to
permit development of a rehabilitative therapy
facility for disabled persons.
03-57
Jun 4/03
To lift holding provision to rezone to M1-30 Industrial
Exception Zone.
03-77
Aug. 6/03
To rezone to C2-15 to permit a golf driving range and
other related uses (Clifford).
03-79
Aug. 6/03
To rezone to Open Space and Central Commercial
Zone.
To introduce a housekeeping amendment to modify
the front yard and interior side yard provisions of the
ER Estate Residential Zone.
03-104
Sept. 23/03
To rezone to A-64 Agricultural Exception Zone to
permit a woodworking home industry operation and
limit the number of employees.
03-111
Oct. 29/03
To rezone to M1-35 Industrial Exception Zone (Spear
- Harriston) to permit a day nursery to be established
on a temporary basis.
03-117
Nov. 19/04
To rezone to R1B-16 to adjust the boundary of the
Natural Environment zone, establish setbacks,
regulations and elevations for buildings in the zone.
04-5
Jan. 7/04
Rezone to R3-36 for setback requirements for
residential from the NE Zone and floodproofing.
04-12
Jan. 21/04
To lift holding provision to rezone to R2 Residential
Zone.
04-17
Feb. 18/04
To rezone to R2-19 (Harriston - Van Den Broek) to
permit a range of residential uses within the existing
dwelling.
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BY-LAW
NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
04-21
Feb. 18/04
To rezone to R1C-37 Residential Zone to allow for a
reduced minimum lot frontage.
04-23
Feb 18/04
To rezone to permit neighbourhood park uses.
(Clifford - Rotary Club)
04-36
Apr 21/04
i) To rezone from A and NE to ER-65 and NE-66 to
permit construction of estate residential dwellings
ii) To establish a 30 metre NE-66 zone to keep the
lands along the water's edge undisturbed
iii) To establish a wider NE-66 zone at the south tip
of Pike Lake
04-38
Apr 28/04
Various mapping and text amendments to the Minto
By-law
04-42
Apr 28/04
West Part of Lot 24:
1) To rezone to permit residential use of the existing
dwelling along with highway commercial uses
2) To rezone to a stormwater management facility to
be located with the 30 metre setback from the NE
zone
East Part of Lot 24
To rezone from M1-30(H) to C2-36 to allow
compatible highway commercial and residential uses
to coexist
04-46
May 5/04
To rezone from M1-30(H) to M1-30 to remove
holding zone
04-60
Jun 24/04
To permit accessory apartment in renovated single
detached dwelling
04-65
Jul 21/04
To rezone to A-67 and A-68 to permit a parochial
school, meeting house and cemetery and address
MDS II requirements for adjacent farms. To rezone
to A (H) to restrict use of lands adjacent to parochial
school through a Holding Provision until EIS has been
provided.
05-04
Jan 5/05
To permit the recently severed lot to be used to
establish a parochial school, and also permit the
existing house to be used for storage and a residence
for the teacher.
05-11
Feb 16/05
To clarify that dog kennels are not permitted
anywhere within the Town of Minto without a site-
specific zoning by-law amendment.
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BY-LAW
NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
05-23
Mar 2/05
To rezone to IN to permit the erection of a new
county library and possibly a 1,200 square foot
medical facility.
05-27
Mar 16/05
To rezone part of Lot 71 Conc D to NE-70 and A-70
to adjust boundary of existing NE zone to allow for
development of a single detached dwelling, small
barn and storage shop.
05-34
Apr 20/05
To rezone to MU1-19 to allow the owner to have
retail sales of antiques, art and home décor items,
with an accessory residential use.
05-55
Jul 6/05
Rezone to R3 to allow townhouses or apartments
on the property.
05-70
Sept 7/05
To rezone to A-71 to recognize a hobby farm use
and to limit the amount of livestock allowed on the
property.
05-77
Sept 21/05
To rezone to A-73 to permit residential use of the
property and allow the construction of a new
dwelling.
06-05
Jan 4/06
To rezone to R2 in order to permit single family
dwellings.
06-27
Jul 5/06
To rezone the property to a site specific exception
zone to allow the operation of a Commercial dog
kennel.
06-28
Mar 17/06
To rezone to R1C in order to permit single family
dwellings.
06-38
May 3/06
To rezone from M1 to MU2 to satisfy a condition of
provisional consent.
06-66
Jul 5/06
To rezone the subject lands from the existing High
Density Residential Exception R3-18 and High
Density Residential Exception R3-18a.
06-82
Sept. 6/06
Currently zoned Industrial Exception (M1-26), which
permits the additional use of a poultry processing
plant. The size of this zone is being reduced to
accurately reflect the existing "Farm Fresh" property.
Also is being rezoned from M1-26 to M1-41 to permit
the additional uses of a car wash / fuel depot.
06-83
Aug. 23/06
To rezone the subject land from an "Institutional
(IN)" Zone to a "Residential (R2)" Zone in order to
permit a single storey, four-plex residential building.
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BY-LAW
NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
06-117
Nov. 01/06
To rezone the property from Residential Exception
(R3-8) to Residential Exception (R2-8). R2-8 permits
up to a four-plex on any parcel of land created on the
property.
06-125
Nov. 22/06
Rezoning from Estate Residential (ER) to Estate
Residential Exception (ER-72), also by revising and
correcting the Natural Environment zoning.
07-43
May 23/07
Rezone to allow a contractor's yard (accessory)
07-54
Jul 04/07
Dec.
20/07
Rezone from C2 to MU2-37 to allow for mixed uses
including two four-plex residential apartment
dwellings.
07-71
Sept. 19/07
Removal of H
07-90
Nov. 14/07
Rezone from Residential (R2) to M1-38H to allow
industrial uses.
01-103 (a) &
(b)
Dec. 19/07
Rezoning to allow setback and yard deficiencies.
07-104
Dec. 19/07
Rezoning to allow a denture clinic.
08-15
Mar 5/08
Add criteria to section 6.8 to restrict new wells where
municipal water is available.
08-16
Mar 5/08
Housekeeping - Fiber Optics and Internet
08-27
Mar 19/08
Rezoning to allow a semi-detached or duplex
dwelling.
08-28
Mar 19/08
Rezone to permit a retail/liquidation sales use.
08-32
Apr 2/08
Rezone to allow storage of vehicles, equipment and
material associated with a mobile washing, painting
and sandblasting business.
08-38
May 7/08
Rezone from M1 to R2
08-56
Jul 2/08
Rezone from M1 to R1B
08-60
Aug 6/08
Permit a dog kennel and parochial school
09-06
Feb. 4/09
Rezone from Open space to agriculture
09-21
Apr 29/09
Site specific to allow residential use in an industrial
building.
09-29
Apr 16/09
Restrict the keeping of livestock and prohibit use of
a liquid manure tank.
09-30
Apr 15/09
Regulate minimum lot area and prohibit any
dwellings.
09-54
Jul 13/09
Rezone from A to EI
09-56
Jul 22/09
Rezone to restrict residential in Ag.
09-62
Sept 3/09
Site specific to allow distillery and retail sales.
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NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
09-75
Oct 21/09
Permit a dog kennel
10-11
Feb. 10/10
Permit a dog kennel
10-24
Apr 7/10
Permit a welding/machinery shop
10-44
May 5/10
Rezone from Future Development to Res. (R1C).
10-47
May 19/10
Site specific revision - exterior side yard setback
reduction
10-65
Jul 7/10
Rezone from Institutional to Commercial
10-71
Aug 4/10
Site specific to permit 6 apartment units
10-72
Oct 6/10
Rezone from Industrial (M1) to Residential (R2)
10-92
Oct 6/10
Temporary use - Garden Suite
10-103
Nov 3/10
Site specific revision - buffering requirements
2011-02
Dec 15/10
Rezone to restrict residential in Ag and oversized
accessory structure
2011-25
Feb 15/11
Rezone to restrict residential in Ag and oversized
accessory structure
2011-39
August
16/11
Site specific to allow recreational vehicle sales &
repairs and minor car/truck sales and repairs.
2011-40
Mar 22/11
Housekeeping
2011-57
May 17/11
Rezone from Industrial to residential, commercial
and mixed use (Harj Gil subd)
2011-64
Jun 8/11
Rezone to restrict residential in Ag and oversized
accessory structure
2011-66
Jun 21/11
Rezone to R1B (former rail line)
2011-67
Jun 21/11
Rezone from Future Development to Residential
2011-84
Aug 16/11
Rezone from FD to Commercial site specific to allow
a dry goods warehouse
2011-82
Nov 15/11
Temporary use - contractors yard and oversized
accessory structure
2011-103
Oct 18/11
Site specific - recognize frontage, MDS, mobile home
and prohibit residential
2011-105
Nov 1/11
Remove holding
2011-118
Dec 6/11
Rezone from Future Development to Residential
2012-13
Feb 22/ 12
Site specific to restrict residential in Ag and oversized
accessory structure
2012-25
Apr 17/12
Site specific revision - a kennel and an agriculture-
related home industry shall also be permitted.
2012-26
Apr 17/12
Rezone from M1-30[H] to M2H and add a Light
Industrial (M2) Zone.
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BY-LAW
NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
2012-27
Apr 17/12
Rezone from OS to IN.
2012-48
Jun 18/12
Rezone from OS to R2.
2012-50
Jun 18/12
Rezone from A-61 to RIN.
2012-59
Jul 24/12
Site specific oversized accessory structure combined
home industry and agricultural use.
2012-60
Jul 24/12
Rezone to AC-97 and A-98 to exempt MDS I & II
requirements for adjacent farms.
2012-76
Oct 23/12
Rezone from A-48 to A
2012-77
Oct 23/12
Rezone from FD to FD-25 to permit the construction
of a new dairy barn.
2013-14
Feb 19/13
Rezone to restrict residential in Ag.
2013-15
Feb 19/13
Rezone to restrict residential in Ag and allow existing
oversized accessory structure.
2013-28
Apr 16/13
Rezone from R1C-20 to R2 and allow setback and
yard deficiencies.
2013-40
May 21/13
Rezone to restrict residential in Ag. and allow existing
oversized accessory structure.
2013-45
Jun 5/13
Rezone from IN to R2, R2-46 and OS.
2013-52
Jun 18/13
Site specific to recognize existing farm equipment
repair operation, and allow an 8000sq.ft shop.
2013-62
Aug 6/13
Rezone from OS to R2-26
2013-75
Sept 17/13
Site specific to allow breeding and raising of small
rodents, a pet store, the sale of related supplies, and
office.
2013-78
Oct 1/13
Site specific to allow large accessory structures.
2014-11
Feb 18/14
Rezone from M1-35H and C2-34 to M1-42
2014-12
Feb 18/14
Site specific to allow a car wash.
2014-33
Jun 4/14
Rezone from R2 & IN to R3-43 and allow 7m frontage.
2014-34
Jun 4/14
Site specific to permit a woodworking home
industry.
2014-46
Jul 22/14
Site specific to allow reduced side yard and frontage.
2014-47
Jul 22/14
Rezone from FD to R1C-27
2014-55
Aug 5/14
Rezone from A and NE to EI to permit the
establishment of mineral aggregate operation.
2014-57
Sept 2/14
Housekeeping Amendments.
2014-58
Sept 2/14
Site specific change to permit welding and associated
uses.
2014-59
Sept 2/14
Garden Suite until Sept. 2 2034.
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NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
2014-72
Oct 7/14
Garden Suite
2014-74
Oct 7/14
Rezone from C2 to MU1-44.
2015-37
Apr 21/15
Amendment to Sec. 34.1 of Exception Zone 1 -
Clifford.
2015-66
Jul 21/15
Rezone from A to A-110 & A-111
2015-84
Oct 20/15
Rezone from FD to R1C and FD-29 to FD.
2015-85
Oct 20/15
Rezone from A to AC to allow a greenhouse and area
crop spraying.
2015-100
Dec 15/15
Rezone to permit a single family dwelling.
2016-14
Mar 15/16
Rezone from R1B to R1B-47 to allow two residential
units in the dwelling.
2016-20
Mar 29/16
Rezone to R1B-28 to allow single and semi-detached
residential dwellings.
2016-27
Apr 19/16
To amend site specific zoning RIN-58
2016-33
May 17/16
Revise Site Specific zone 35.40 to allow monster
truck ride track.
2016-36
May 17/16
Revise Extractive Industrial zone to allow the
recycling of used asphalt and concrete.
2016-44
Jun 7/16
Rezone from A-1 to A-133
2016-48
Feb 3/17
Rezone OS to R2-46
2016-73
Oct 4/16
Rezone from R1C to R2
2017-03
Jan 10/17
Rezone from A to A-114
2017-20
Mar 7/17
Rezone from R1B to R2
2017-21
Mar 7/17
Rezone from R1B to R2
2017-48
Jun 6/17
To permit an aquaculture production facility within
an enclosed building on private services within M1-
30(H) Exception Zone - Palmerston
2017-50
Jun 20/17
Rezone from EI to A and NE to allow for construction
of single detached residential dwelling.
2017-51
Jun 20/17
Rezone subject property to permit the construction
of a commercial greenhouse. Rezone from A to A-
115.
2017-68
Sept 5/17
To permit the cultivation of cannabis in a greenhouse
on the subject property.
2017-69
Sept 5/17
Rezone property to restrict future residential
development on proposed retained agricultural
portion, and to recognize a reduced minimum lot
area for severed parcel.
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NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
2017-76
Sept 19/17
Rezone subject lands to permit a reduced minimum
lot area and frontage for proposed severed lot, and
reduced lot area for proposed retained portion.
2017-80
Oct 3/17
Rezone from OS1 to R2.
2017-105
Dec 19/17
Rezone to permit a reduced minimum lot area and
side yard setback for existing 12-unit apartment, and
permit reduced front yard, side yard and rear yard
setbacks for future unit residential dwelling.
2018-09
Mar 6/18
Rezone from A to A-36.118.
2018-021
Apr 10/18
Rezone severed agricultural portion of property to
prohibit future residential and rezone retained to
permit an increased ground floor area for existing
accessory building.
2018-022
Apr 10/18
Removal of holding from R2-24(H) and R1B(H) to R2-
24 and R1B.
2018-023
April 10/18
Removal of holding from R2(H) and R3(H) to R2 and
R3.
2018-54
Jul 3/18
To rezone from A-61 to M1-41, R1A and RIN
2018-63
Aug 7/18
To amend zoning to restrict future residential
development. Rezone from A to A-121, and A to A-
122.
2018-71
Sept 4/18
Amend site specific A-96 to permit an expanded
home industry.
2018-74
Sept 18/18
Amend By-law into conformity with Maitland Valley
and Saugeen Valley Source Protection Plans.
2018-75
Sept 18/18
Rezone from R2 to R2-37.48 and R2-37.49.
2018-76
Sept 18/18
Rezone from R1C to R2.
2018-77
Sept 18/18
Rezone from A to AC-104.
2018-83
Dec 18/18
To modify text of existing medium Density
Residential R2-46 zone to address setbacks, access
onto street, and allow new parcels to conform to
zoning requirements.
2018-84
Nov 6/18
Rezone from IN to R1C-51.
2018-85
Nov 6/18
Rezone from A to A-36.123 and A-36.124.
2018-86
Nov 6/18
Rezone from A-113 to A-113(H).
2019-09
Jan 22/19
Rezone to permit a dog kennel.
2019-33
Apr 2/19
Housekeeping amendments.
2019-38
May 9/19
Rezone from A to A-36.5 to prohibit future
residential development.
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NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
2019-43
May 7/19
Rezone from A to A-36.5.
2019-47
May 7/19
Rezone M1-35 to M1 and modify M1-35, to permit
indoor cultivation of cannabis.
2019-61
July 2/19
Rezone M1 to M1-50 to permit indoor cultivation of
cannabis.
2019-83
Oct 1/19
Rezone from R1B to R2-29 to permit a fourplex with
reduced rear yard setback, no landscaping and
parking in front of the main building.
2019-86
Oct 15/20
Rezone from A to A-127 to permit a kennel.
2019-87
Oct 15/20
Rezone from A to A-126 to permit a kennel.
2020-13
Feb 18/20
Rezone from R1C(FF2) to R2(FF2) to permit a semi-
detached.
2020-51
Aug 13/20
Rezone from R2 to R3-51 to permit a 19-unit cluster
townhouse and 7 street townhouse units.
2020-52
Aug 13/20
Rezone from A to A-79 to permit a kennel.
2020-53
Aug 13/20
Rezone from A to A-85 to permit a kennel.
2020-69
Oct 6/20
Rezone to permit a dog kennel.
2020-80
Dec 1/20
Rezone from R1B-28 to R2 to recognize existing
converted dwelling and permit additional unit within
existing building footprint.
2021-05
Jan 19/21
Rezone to permit the construction of a townhouse
development and future residential development
2021-06
Jan 19/21
Rezone A-49 to A to fulfill a condition of severance.
2021-15
Feb 10/21
Rezone to permit addition to existing manufacturing
facility.
2021-16
Feb 16/21
Rezone from R1C-FF1 to R2-FF1 to permit
construction of new semi-detached residential
dwelling.
2021-17
Feb 16/21
Rezone from A-1 to R1C, R2, R3 and OS, as required
for condition of draft plan for subdivision.
2021-24
Apr 6/21
Rezone to permit a max height for barn, recognize
existing accessory structures, and permit max
ground floor area. Condition of severance B98/20.
2021-25
Apr 20/21
Rezone from R1B to R2 to facilitate construction of
two (2) semi-detached residential dwellings and a
single detached dwelling.
2021-34
Apr 20/21
To permit additional dwelling units.
2021-38
May 4/21
Rezone from A to A-36.90 to prohibit future
residential development and recognize existing
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NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
mobile home. Additionally, rezone A to A-36.89 to
permit max floor area of existing structure.
2021-60
July 13/21
Rezone agricultural portion of property to prohibit
residential development.
2021-61
July 13/21
Rezone to permit a dog kennel.
2021-99
Dec 21/21
Rezone retained lands from A to A-5 to prohibit
future residential development.
2022-03
Jan 11/22
Rezone from A-113(H) to A-113 to facilitate
construction of a new detached residential dwelling.
2022-04
Jan 11/22
Rezone from M1-30(H) to M1 to facilitate future
development on the lands.
2022-09
Jan 18/22
Rezone to permit a plan of subdivision.
2022-10
Jan 18/22
Rezone from A to A-92 and NE to NE-94 to facilitate
construction of a parochial school.
2022-12
Jan 18/22
Boundary adjustment in relation to Wellington
County OPA 117. (Housekeeping)
2022-27
Apr 5/22
Rezone from R1B to R2 to facilitate construction of
three (3) semi-detached residential dwellings.
2022-28
Apr 5/22
Rezone from AC-105 and A-1 to AC, condition of
severance B86/21.
2022-39
Apr 19/22
Rezone from R2(H) to R2 to facilitate construction of
detached dwelling on severed lands; condition of
B1/22 and B2/22.
2022-53
Jun 7/22
Rezone from A to A-5 to prohibit future residential
development and A to A-36.99 to permit increased
ground floor area and height.
2022-56
Jun 7/22
Rezone from R1B to R2 to facilitate construction of
23 single detached and 16 semi-detached residential
units for plan of subdivision.
2022-57
Jun 7/22
Rezone from A to A-95 to facilitate construction of
single detached residential dwelling and accessory
building.
2022-65
Jun 21/22
Housekeeping amendments.
2022-83
Aug 9/22
Rezone the subject lands from Holding Residential
R2(H)
to
Residential
(R2)
to
facilitate
the
construction of a new residential dwellings.
2022-95
Nov 1/22
Rezone from M1-40(H) to M1-40 to facilitate
construction of modular storage site.
2022-104
Dec 6/22
Housekeeping (hotels)
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BY-LAW
NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
2023-05
Jan 10/23
Rezone from A to A-40 to facilitate construction of
parochial church and cemetery.
2023-016
Feb 28/23
Rezone a portion of subject lands from A to A-84 to
facilitate development of new rural school.
2023-046
Jul 11/23
To rezone the subject property to permit a dog
kennel.
2023-047
Jul 11/23
Rezone to permit industrial uses on a portion of the
property, and to permit as new uses: transport truck
and trailer sales/rentals, and storage trailers,
seacans and shipping container sales and rentals.
2023-064
Oct 31/23
Rezone retained agricultural portion of property to
prohibit future residential development. Condition
of severance application B34-23.
2023-068
Dec 5/23
Rezone agricultural portion of property to prohibit
any future residential development. Condition of
severance application B51-23.
2024-005
Jan 23/24
Rezone from R2 to R3-54 to permit two 4-unit cluster
townhouse developments.
2024-012
Mar 5/24
Rezone retained agricultural portion of property to
prohibit future residential development.
2024-015
Mar 19/24
Rezone from R1B to Medium Density Residential
with Holding Provision R2-4(H) to facilitate proposed
development.
2024-021
Apr 16/24
Rezone a portion of subject property from A to AC-
116 to facilitate the construction of a farm
equipment repair shop.
2024-022
Apr 16/24
Rezone FD to R2 to facilitate construction of two
semi-detached dwellings and a 3-unit townhouse
development.
2024-028
May 21/24
Rezone front portion of subject lands from Site
Specific Highway Commercial (C2-15) to Highway
commercial (C2) and amend the permitted uses in
the C2-15 zone to restrict sensitive land uses and
allow for light industrial (M2) uses.
2024-034
Jun 18/24
Rezone subject lands from R2 and R3 to Site Specific
Residential zones.
2024-048
Sept 3/24
Rezone from R1B to R1B-17 to permit a reduced
minimum lot frontage to permit single detached
dwellings. Condition of B105/23 and B106/23.
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NUMBER
DATE
OMB/LPAT
APPROVAL
DATE
PURPOSE
2025-046
Aug 12/25
Rezone a portion of the property (A-50) to facilitate
construction of metal fabrication shop and remove
existing site specific permissions for a school.
2025-051
Sept 16/25
Rezone from C2 to C2-55 to facilitate construction of
4 storey mixed use development with commercial on
the ground floor and residential units above.
2025-050
Sept 16/25
Rezone subject lands from R1C, R3 and R2 to Site
Specific Residential R3-56 and R3-57.
2025-066
Nov 18/25
Rezone to facilitate the establishment of a rural
industrial subdivision and associated stormwater
management facility in the Hamlet of Teviotdale.
2025-067
Nov 18/25
Rezone to permit subdivision.
2026-018
Apr 7/26
Rezone to prohibit future residential development
and match the zoning of the parcel it is being merged
with. Condition of severance B83/23.
2026-026
May 5/26
Rezone subject lands from A-1 to A-117 to allow for
swine livestock barn and manure storage, and MDS II
reduction from Clifford boundary settlement area.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 - TITLE OF BY-LAW .................................................................................................................... 21
SECTION 2 - INTERPRETATION ................................................................................................................... 21
SECTION 3 - APPLICATION OF THE BY-LAW ................................................................................................ 22
SECTION 4 - ADMINISTRATION, ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES ............................................................. 24
SECTION 5 - DEFINITIONS ........................................................................................................................... 25
SECTION 6 - GENERAL PROVISIONS ............................................................................................................ 61
6.1
ACCESSORY USES ........................................................................................................................ 61
6.2
BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT (B&B) ............................................................................ 63
6.3
BUFFER AREA .............................................................................................................................. 63
6.4
BUILDING HEIGHT EXCEPTIONS .................................................................................................. 64
6.5
KENNELS ...................................................................................................................................... 64
6.6
COMMON AMENITY AREA .......................................................................................................... 65
6.7
DAY LIGHTING (SIGHT) TRIANGLE ............................................................................................... 65
6.8
DEVELOPMENT ON FULL SERVICES ............................................................................................. 65
6.9
EXTERNAL LIGHTING ................................................................................................................... 66
6.10
FRONTAGE ON STREET ................................................................................................................ 66
6.11
GARBAGE STORAGE AREAS ......................................................................................................... 66
6.12
GARDEN SUITES........................................................................................................................... 67
6.13
GROUP HOMES ........................................................................................................................... 68
6.14
HOME INDUSTRY REGULATIONS ................................................................................................. 68
6.15
HOME OCCUPATIONS ................................................................................................................. 69
6.16
LOADING REGULATIONS ............................................................................................................. 70
6.17
MINIMUM DISTANCE SEPARATION - MDS I AND II .................................................................... 72
6.18
MOBILE HOMES .......................................................................................................................... 72
6.19
MORE THAN ONE USE PERMITTED ............................................................................................. 72
6.20
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND MUNICIPAL DRAIN SETBACKS ................................................... 72
6.21
NON-CONFORMING USES ........................................................................................................... 74
6.22
NON-COMPLYING USES .............................................................................................................. 74
6.23
NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLANS ............................................................................................... 75
6.24
ONE MAIN BUILDING PER LOT .................................................................................................... 75
6.25
OUTDOOR DISPLAY AREAS .......................................................................................................... 76
6.26
OUTDOOR STORAGE AREAS ........................................................................................................ 76
6.27
PARKING REGULATIONS .............................................................................................................. 76
6.28
PARKING/STORAGE OF COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IN A RESIDENTIAL ZONE
.................................................................................................................................................... 81
6.29
RESIDENTIAL ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS (ARU) ................................................................... 82
6.30
RESIDENTIAL SETBACKS FROM SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT .................................................... 83
6.31
STREET SETBACK STANDARDS ..................................................................................................... 84
6.32
TEMPORARY USES, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES ..................................................................... 84
6.33
UNDERSIZED LOTS ....................................................................................................................... 85
6.34
USES PERMITTED IN ALL ZONES .................................................................................................. 86
6.35
USES RESTRICTED IN ALL ZONES ................................................................................................. 87
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6.36
WELLHEAD PROTECTION............................................................................................................. 88
6.37
YARD ENCROACHMENTS ............................................................................................................. 89
SECTION 7 - ZONES, MAPS AND BOUNDARIES........................................................................................... 91
SECTION 8 - A - AGRICULTURAL ZONE ....................................................................................................... 93
SECTION 9 - R1A - UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL ZONE ................................................................................. 99
SECTION 10 - R1B - RESIDENTIAL ZONE ................................................................................................... 101
SECTION 11 - R1C - RESIDENTIAL ZONE ................................................................................................... 103
SECTION 12 - R2 - RESIDENTIAL ZONE ..................................................................................................... 105
SECTION 13 - R3 - RESIDENTIAL ZONE ..................................................................................................... 109
SECTION 14 - ER - ESTATE RESIDENTIAL ZONE ........................................................................................ 113
SECTION 15 - MH - MOBILE HOME PARK ZONE-URBAN STYLE ............................................................... 115
SECTION 16 - C1 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL ZONE ................................................................................... 117
SECTION 17 - C2 - HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL ZONE .................................................................................. 119
SECTION 18 - C3 - NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONE .................................................................... 123
SECTION 19 - C4 - SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL ZONE ................................................................... 125
SECTION 20 - C5 - HAMLET COMMERCIAL ZONE .................................................................................... 127
SECTION 21 - MU1 - MIXED USE ZONE .................................................................................................... 129
SECTION 22 - MU2 - MAIN STREET MIXED USE ZONE ............................................................................. 131
SECTION 23 - AC - AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL ZONE ......................................................................... 133
SECTION 24 - M1 - INDUSTRIAL ZONE ..................................................................................................... 135
SECTION 24B - M2 - LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ZONE ........................................................................................ 137
SECTION 25 - RIN - RURAL INDUSTRIAL ZONES ....................................................................................... 139
SECTION 26 - EI - EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL ZONE ................................................................................... 141
SECTION 27 - IN - INSTITUTIONAL ZONE ................................................................................................. 143
SECTION 28 - OS - OPEN SPACE ZONE ..................................................................................................... 145
SECTION 29 - FD - FUTURE DEVELOPMENT ZONE ................................................................................... 147
SECTION 30 - NE - NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ZONE ................................................................................ 149
SECTION 31 - (FL) - FLOOD WAY ZONE .................................................................................................... 151
SECTION 32 - (FF1) - FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE ...................................................................... 153
SECTION 33 - (FF2) - FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO ..................................................................... 155
SECTION 34 - EXCEPTION ZONE 1 - CLIFFORD VILLAGE ........................................................................... 157
SECTION 35 - EXCEPTION ZONE 2 - HARRISTON ...................................................................................... 173
SECTION 36 - EXCEPTION ZONE 3 - TOWN OF MINTO ............................................................................ 191
SECTION 37 - EXCEPTION ZONE 4 - TOWN OF PALMERSTON ................................................................. 241
SECTION 38 - APPROVAL OF NEW BY-LAW ............................................................................................... 259
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TABLES
1.
Loading Requirements
71
2.
Physically Disabled Parking (Barrier Free)
78
3.
Parking Requirements
79
APPENDICES
Appendix A:
Illustrations of By-law Definitions
ZONING SCHEDULES
Schedule "A" Map 1 - Minto (Rural Areas)
Schedule "A" Map 2 - Clifford
Schedule "A" Map 3 - Harriston
Schedule "A" Map 4 - Palmerston
Schedule "A" Map 5 - Teviotdale
Schedule "A" Map 6 - Minto Pines
Schedule "A" Map 7 - Pike Lake
Schedule "A" Map 8 - Town of Minto
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF MINTO
BY-LAW NUMBER 01-86
BEING A BY-LAW, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 34 OF THE PLANNING ACT, R.S.O. 1990,
AS AMENDED, TO RESTRICT THE USE OF LANDS AND THE CHARACTER, LOCATION AND USE OF
BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES, AND TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES IN
VARIOUS DEFINED AREAS OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF MINTO.
WHEREAS The Planning Act provides that the Council of a Municipal Corporation may pass by-
laws to restrict the use of land and the character, location and use of buildings or structures;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Minto enacts as follows:
SECTION 1 - TITLE OF BY-LAW
1.1
This By-law may be cited as the Zoning By-law of the Town of Minto.
SECTION 2 - INTERPRETATION
2.1
In this By-law, unless the context clearly indicates the contrary, the expression "use" or
"to use" shall include anything done or permitted by the owner or occupant of any land,
building or structure, directly or indirectly or by or through any trustee, tenant, servant,
or agent, acting with the knowledge or consent of such owner or occupant, for the
purpose of making use of the said land, building or structure.
2.2
In this By-law, unless the context clearly indicates the contrary:
- words in the present tense include the future;
- words in the singular number include the plural, and the converse; and
- words in the masculine gender shall include the feminine, and the converse.
2.3
In this By-law, the word "shall" is construed as always mandatory.
2.4
The word "use", when used as a noun, shall mean the purpose for which a lot or a building
or structure or any combination thereof is designated, arranged, intended, occupied or
maintained and "uses" shall have a corresponding meaning. When used as a verb, the
word "use" or "to use" shall have a corresponding meaning.
Uses not listed as permitted in a zone or otherwise provided for in this By-law shall be
prohibited in such zone except as provided for under Section 6.21 (Non-conforming uses)
of this By-law.
2.5
In the regulations, dimensions are provided in both metric and imperial to make the By-
law more "user-friendly". Where a significant difference is present between the two
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values for any regulations, as a result of a numerical conversion, the least restrictive
dimension shall prevail. In this By-law, m2 shall be construed to mean square metres and
ft2 shall be construed to mean square feet unless the context clearly indicates the
contrary.
2.6
The Natural Environment (NE) zone boundaries identified on Schedule "A" to this By-law
are intended to generally identify the location of potentially significant and/or hazardous
environmental features. During review of development applications and building permit
applications, if necessary, the boundaries of the NE zone shall be more precisely
determined in consultation with the Conservation Authority or other agencies having
jurisdiction in the area. Where detailed resource mapping and/or site inspection results
in a re-interpretation of the limits of the NE zone boundary, all requirements of this by-
law shall be reviewed relative to the revised interpretation of the NE Zone boundary,
including any applicable setbacks.
SECTION 3 - APPLICATION OF THE BY-LAW
3.1
LANDS SUBJECT TO BY-LAW
The provisions of this By-law shall apply to all lands within the boundaries of the
Corporation of the Town of Minto.
3.2
CONFORMITY REQUIREMENTS
3.2.1 No person shall use any land, or construct, alter or use any building or structure
or part thereof within the limits of the Town of Minto except in conformity with
the provisions of this By-law.
3.2.2 No building, structure, or part thereof constructed or altered in contravention of
this By-law shall be used by any person so long as such building, structure, or part
thereof, continues to contravene the provisions of this By-law.
3.2.3 No lot shall be reduced in area by conveyance, severance, mortgage or other
alienation of a part thereof so that any remaining yard or other open space is less
than required by this By-law. If any such reduction occurs, such lot and any
building or structure thereon shall not thereafter be used by any person unless
and until the said yard or requirements of this By-law are complied with.
3.2.4 Subsection 3.2.3 shall not apply to a lot reduced in area by the conveyance to or
severance or expropriation by the Corporation of the Town of Minto or any other
authority having the powers of expropriation.
3.2.5 No person shall change the purpose for which any lot, building or structure is used,
or construct, alter, or use any building or structure, or sever any lands from any
existing lot, if the effect of such action is to cause the original, remaining or new
building, structure or lot to be in contravention of this By-law.
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3.3
APPLICATION OF OTHER BY-LAWS AND REGULATIONS
Nothing in this By-law shall relieve any person from the obligation to comply with the
requirements of the Ontario Building Code Act or any other By-law of the Municipality or
County in force from time to time or the obligation to obtain any license, permit, or
approval lawfully required under any regulation or By-law of the Municipality, County or
by a governmental authority having jurisdiction to make such restrictions.
3.4
CONFLICTS WITH OTHER MUNICIPAL BY-LAWS
In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between this By-law and any other By-law of
the Corporation, the provisions of this By-law shall prevail.
3.5
CONFLICTING REGULATIONS
Where a combination of permitted uses results in conflicting regulations, the most
restrictive regulations shall apply.
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SECTION 4 - ADMINISTRATION, ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES
4.1
ADMINISTRATION
Unless otherwise specified, this By-law shall be administered by the Chief Building Official
and/or Building Inspector acting on the direction of the Council of the Town of Minto.
4.2
BUILDING AND OTHER PERMITS
4.2.1 Notwithstanding the provisions of any other by-laws of the Town of Minto, the
Chief Building Official shall not issue any Building Permit or any other permit
where the proposed building or any part thereof, use or occupancy would be in
violation of any provisions of this By-law.
4.2.2 It shall be prohibited for any person(s) to use or permit to use or cause a change
in use of any building or part thereof, hereafter erected or altered until such
Building Permit or Change of Use Permit has been issued and certified by the Chief
Building Official in accordance with the Ontario Building Code Act and Building By-
law.
4.3
ENTRY AND INSPECTION
The Zoning Administrator, Chief Building Official, Building Inspector and any other
inspector appointed under the Building Code Act, 1992 are each assigned the
responsibility of enforcing this by-law for the purposes of Section 49 of the Planning Act.
4.4
PENALTIES
Any person convicted of a breach of any provision of this By-law shall be subject to such
penalties or orders as provided for in Section 67 of The Planning Act, as amended.
4.5
ADDITIONAL REMEDIES
In case any building or structure is to be erected, altered, reconstructed, extended or part
thereof is to be used, or any lot is to be used, in contravention of any requirement of this
By-law, such contravention may be restrained by action at the instance of any rate-payer
or of the Corporation of the Town of Minto pursuant to the provisions of The Municipal
Act or The Planning Act as amended from time to time.
4.6
VALIDITY
If any section, clause or provision of this By-law including anything contained in the
Schedules attached hereto is for any reason declared by a court of competent
jurisdiction to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the By-law as a whole
or any part thereof other than the section, clause or provision so declared to be invalid
and it is hereby declared to be the intention that all the remaining sections, clauses or
provisions of this By-law shall remain in full force and effect until repealed,
notwithstanding that one or more provisions thereof shall have been declared to be
invalid.
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SECTION 5 - DEFINITIONS
DEFINITION INDEX (for reference only, does not form part of the Zoning By-law)
A
Abattoirs
Abutting
Accessory
Addition(s)
Adult
Entertainment
Parlour
Agricultural
Agriculturally related use
Air Conditioners and Heat
Pumps
Alter
Amenity Area
Animal Shelter
Antique Store Market
Arcade
Art Gallery
Artisans market
Asphalt or Concrete Plant
Asphalt Plant, Temporary
Portable
Assembly hall
Attached
Auction Facility
Automotive
Accessories
Shop
Automotive body repair
shop
Automotive
Sales
&
Services Establishment
Automotive service station
Automotive use
Automotive
washing
establishment
B
Bakeries
Bakeshop
Banquet hall
Basement
Bed
and
Breakfast
Establishment
Body-rub parlour
Boarding,
Lodging
or
Rooming Establishment
Buffer Area or Strip
Building
Building Area
Building Inspector
Building, Main
Building Official, Chief
Building setback
Building Supply Outlet
Bulk Fuel Depot
Business or Professional
Office
Bus Depot
C
Canopy
Campground
Carport
Caterer's Establishment
Cellar
Cemetery
Church
Clinic, Medical
Clinic, Veterinarian
Club, Commercial
Club, Private
Commercial
Greenhouse/Nursery
Commercial Motor Vehicle
Commercial School or
Studio
Commercial Use
Community Centre
Companion Animal Office
Computer Programming
Establishment
Conservation
Construct
Contractor's Yard
Convenience Store
Council
County
Court
Crawl Space
Crematorium
Cultural Entertainment
Facility
Custom Workshop
D
Data Processing
Establishment
Day Lighting (Sight)
Triangle
Day Nursery
Deck
Drive-thru Service Facility
Driveway
Dry Cleaning depot
Dry Cleaning /Laundry
Plant
Dump
Dwelling
Dwelling unit
E
Erosion Control
Existing
F
Factory Outlet
Fairgrounds
Farm
Farm Building Cluster
Farm Implement Sales and
Service
Farmer's Market
Financial Office
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Finished Grade
Fish and Wildlife
Management
Flea Market
Flood Control
Flood Fringe
Floodplain
Flood Proofing
Floodway
Floor Area
Floor Area, Ground
Floor Area, Gross
Floor Area, Gross Leasable
(GLFA)
Floor Area, Retail
Forest Management
Funeral Home
G
Garage, Private
Garage Sale
Garden Centre
Garden Suite
Gas Bar
Golf Course
Golf Course, Miniature
Golf Driving Range
Gravel Pit
Greenhouse
Group Home
H
Habitable Room
Hazardous Substances
Heavy Equipment Sales &
Service
Height/Building Height
Hobby Barn
Home for the Aged, Rest
Home
Home Improvement
Centre
Home Industry
Home Occupation
Hospital
Hotel
I
Industry, Dry
Industrial Mall
Industrial Use
Institutional Use
J
Junk Yard
K
Kennel
L
Land Disposal
Land Farming
Landfill
Landfilling
Land Lease Community
Home
Land Lease Community
Home Site
Landscaped Area
Lane
Laundromat
Library
Livestock
Livestock Facilities
Livestock Housing Capacity
Livestock Unit
Loading Space
Lot
Lot Area
Lot Corner
Lot Coverage
Lot Depth
Lot Frontage
Lot Through
Lot Line
Lot Line, Front
Lot Line, Rear
Lot Line, Side
Lot Line, Exterior Side
Lot Line, Interior Side
M
Machine Shop
Main Building
Main Use
Main Wall
Mausoleum
Mini-Storage Facility
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Site
Modular Residential
Dwelling Unit
Motel/Motor Hotel
Motor Home
Motor Vehicle
Municipal Drain
Municipality
Museum
N
Natural Environment
Neighbourhood Store
Non-Complying
Non-Conforming
Non-Habitable
Nursery
Nursing Home
O
Official Plan
One in One-Hundred Year
Flood
Outdoor Storage
P
Park
Parking Aisle
Parking Area
Parking Lot
Parking Space
Parking Space, Angled
Parking Space, Barrier Free
Accessible
Parking Space, Parallel
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Parking Space, Tandem
Parking Space, Visitor
Person
Personal Service Shop
Pharmacy
Pit
Pit, Wayside
Place of Entertainment
Place of Recreation
Place of Worship
Planting Strip
Postal or Courier Outlet
Poultry Processing Facility
Prefabricated Residential
Printing Establishment
Print Shop
Private Home Day Care
Public
Public Agency
Public Building
Public Utility
Public Works Yard
Q
Quarry
Quarry, Wayside
R
Recreational, Active
Recreational, Passive
Regional Floodplain
Regional Storm Flood
Event
Regulatory Flood
Rental Outlet
Reserve
Residential
Residential Dwelling
(Additional Dwelling Unit
(Attached), Additional
Dwelling Unit
(Detached), Apartment,
Apartment Seniors,
Bachelor, Converted,
Duplex, Fourplex, Link or
Twin Attached; Semi-
detached, Single
Detached, Split Level,
Stacked Townhouse,
Townhouse, Townhouse
Cluster, Townhouse
Street, Triplex)
Residential Dwelling Unit
Residential, Non-Farm
Restaurant (Dining; Drive-
In/Thru; Take-Out)
Retail Food Store
Retail Store
S
Salvage, Wrecking,
Recycling Facility
School
Seasonal Agricultural
Produce Stand
Seasonal Recreation Site
Secondhand Store
Service Industry
Service or Repair Shop
Sewage Treatment Facility
Sewage Treatment
System, Private
Shopping Centre
Shopping Mall
Sign
Significant Drinking Water
Threat
Source Protection Plan
Stacking Lane
Stacking Space
Storage Trailers, Seacans
and Shipping Containers
Storage Trailers, Seacans
and Shipping Container
Sales and Rental
Storey (Attic, Basement,
Cellar, Crawl Space, First
Storey or Ground Floor,
Second Storey or Second
Floor)
Street
Street Line
Structure
Swimming Pool
T
Tavern
Terrace
Tillable Hectare
Trailer Camp or Park
Trailer, Park Model
Trailer, Recreational
Trailer, Recreational Sales
and Service
Establishment
Trailer, Seasonal
Recreational Travel
Trailer, Tractor/Transport
Truck
Trailer, Transport
Transport Establishment
Transport Terminal
Transport Truck and
Trailer Sales and Rental
U
U-Brew Establishment
Use
W
Warehouse
Watercourse
Water Treatment Facility
Wellhead Protection Area
Wholesale Outlet
Y
Yard
(Front, Rear, Required,
Side, Exterior
Side, Interior Side)
Z
Zone
Zone Administrator
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SECTION 5 - DEFINITIONS
In this By-law, unless the context requires otherwise, the following definitions and
interpretations shall apply. Illustrations depicting definitions are provided for clarification and
convenience only and do not form a part of the By-law. The illustrations can be found in Appendix
"A" after Schedule "A" - Zone Maps.
ABATTOIR, means a building or structure, or part thereof, designed and used for the commercial
slaughtering of animals.
ABUTTING, means a lot line that has any point in common with another lot line that is not part
of a street line or lane; or where two or more parcels share a common boundary of at least one
(1) point or a building or structure that share a common wall.
ACCESSORY, when used to describe a use, building or structure, means a use, building or
structure, which is incidental, subordinate, and exclusively devoted to the main use, building, or
structure located on the same lot and in the same Zone as such use, building or structure and
which is not used or intended for use as human habitation unless permitted by the provisions of
certain Zones of this By-law.
ADDITION(S), when used in reference to a seasonal recreational travel trailer, means a
structure(s) which is attached to and used in conjunction with, and may be divided into more
than one room.
ADULT ENTERTAINMENT PARLOUR means any premises or part thereof in which is provided, in
pursuance of a trade, calling, business or occupation, goods or services appealing to or designed
to appeal to erotic or sexual appetites or inclinations. In this definition:
a)
"Goods" includes books, magazines, pictures, slides, film, videos, phonograph
records, prerecorded magnetic tape, compact disks and any other reading,
viewing or listening matter.
b)
"To Provide", when used in relation to "goods", includes to sell, offer to sell or
display for sale, by retail or otherwise such goods, and "providing" and "provision"
have corresponding meanings.
c)
"To Provide", when used in relation to "services", includes to furnish, perform,
solicit, or give such services and "providing" and "provision" have corresponding
meanings.
d)
"Services" includes activities, facilities, performers, exhibitions, viewings and
encounters.
e)
"Services Designed to Appeal to Erotic or Sexual Appetites or Inclinations"
includes,
i)
Services of which a principal feature or characteristic is the nudity or partial
nudity of any person;
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ii)
Services in respect of which the word "nude", "naked", "topless",
"bottomless", "sexy", or any other word or any picture, symbol or
representation having like meaning or implication is used in any
advertisement.
AGRICULTURAL, means a use of land, building or structure for the purpose of animal husbandry,
raising of livestock and other animals for food or fur including poultry, bee-keeping, fish, aqua-
culture and dairy; the growing of field crops, vegetables, agro-forestry, forestry, fruit farming,
sod farming, greenhouses and horticulture crops, pasturage, fallow, maple syrup production or
any other farming use; and includes the growing, raising, packing, treating, storing, and sale of
agricultural products produced on the premises but does not include an abattoir, a kennel or a
rendering plant, commercial greenhouse and/or nursery or garden centre. For kennel
requirements, local Dog Control By-laws should be consulted.
AGRICULTURALLY RELATED USE, means a commercial or industrial use directly related to
agriculture and requiring proximity to farm operations and may include but not limited to such
uses as animal husbandry services, produce or grain storage/processing facilities, farm machinery
sales and service outlets, feed and seed warehouse and retail outlets.
AIR CONDITIONERS AND HEAT PUMPS, means equipment designed to heat or cool the interior
of buildings and structures and which are normally located outside or on a roof.
ALTER, when used in reference to a building, structure, or part thereof, means to change any one
or more of the internal or external dimensions of such building or structure, or to change the
type of construction of the exterior walls or roof thereof, or a change from one type of occupancy
to another or a structural alteration or change there to.
When used in reference to a lot, the word "alter" means a change in use, or a decrease or increase
in the width, depth, or area thereof or to decrease or increase the width, depth, or area of any
required yard, building setback, landscaped area or parking area, or to change the location of
any boundary of such lot with respect to a street or lane, whether such alteration is made by
conveyance or alienation of any portion of said lot, or otherwise. The words "altered" and "altera-
tion" shall have corresponding meanings.
AMENITY AREA, means an area situated on a residential lot that is intended for recreational
purposes, and may include landscaped open spaces, patios, balconies, communal play areas,
lounges, decks and other similar uses but shall not include a swimming pool or areas occupied at
grade by service areas, parking areas, aisle or access driveways associated with the residential
development or use. A Private Amenity Area means an amenity area, excluding a walkway, play
area or other communal area, which is accessory to and outside of a dwelling unit, and is for the
exclusive use of the occupants of the dwelling unit. A Common Amenity Area means an amenity
area, which is available for the use and enjoyment of the residents and guest of a residential
development in common.
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ANIMAL SHELTER, shall mean a building or part thereof, with or without related structures,
wherein domestic household pets including, but not so as to limit the generality of the foregoing,
dogs, cats, caged birds and specialty fish, but excluding any animals kept primarily for the purpose
of providing food or skins, are given temporary shelter and accommodation or are treated or
kept for treatment by a registered veterinarian, and includes the office of a registered
veterinarian, but does not include any establishment engaged primarily in the retail sale of
animals or in breeding animals for gain or profit, or a veterinarians' clinic as defined herein.
ANTIQUE STORE/MARKET, means the use of land, buildings or structures for the sale of old and
authentic objects of personal property which has a unique appeal and enhanced value mainly
because of its age, or because of public demand, has attained value in a recognized commercial
market which is in excess of its original value.
ARCADE, means a place of business where an individual, association, partnership or corporation,
maintains three or more coin operated machines for public use such as pinball machines, video
games or other similar player-operated amusement devices.
ART GALLERY, means a use, building or structure where paintings, sculptures or other works of
art are exhibited or sold.
ARTISANS MARKET, means the use of a building or structure or part thereof as the workplace of
a photographer, craftsperson or artist and may include the display and sale of their products
along with accessory items.
ASPHALT OR CONCRETE PLANT, means an industrial facility that has equipment designed to heat
and dry aggregate and to mix mineral aggregate with bituminous asphalt, concrete and concrete
products and/or other similar materials, and includes stockpiling and storage of bulk materials
used in the process or finished products manufactured on the premises and the storage and
maintenance of equipment, but does not include the retail sale of finished asphalt or concrete
products.
ASPHALT PLANT, TEMPORARY PORTABLE, means a facility which meets all of the following:
a)
has equipment designed to heat and dry aggregate and to mix aggregate with
bituminous asphalt to produce asphalt paving material, and includes stockpiling
and storage of bulk materials used in the process;
b)
is not of permanent construction, but is designed to be dismantled and moved to
another location as required; and,
c)
is associated with a specific contract for work undertaken by or on behalf of a
public road authority.
ASSEMBLY HALL, see BANQUET HALL.
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ATTACHED, means a building or structure otherwise complete in itself, which depends upon a
division wall or shared common wall with an adjacent building or structure for structural support
or complete enclosure.
AUCTION FACILITY, means a building or structures or land used for the storage of goods and
materials which are to be sold on the premises by public auction, and for the sale of goods and
materials by public auction and on an occasional basis. An auction facility may include an auction
barn where livestock are kept on a temporary basis for sale by public auction.
AUTOMOTIVE ACCESSORIES SHOP, means a building or part of a building used for the sale of
vehicle parts, accessories and tools but does not include an Automotive Use.
AUTOMOTIVE BODY REPAIR SHOP, means a building or other structure where repairs to and/or
bodywork, painting of or reconditioning of motor vehicles is carried on, but does not include an
automotive sales establishment, an automotive service station, or salvage or wrecking and
recycling yard.
AUTOMOTIVE SALES AND SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT, means a lot, building or structure used for
the display and sale of new or new and used motor vehicles and may include the servicing, repair,
cleaning, polishing, and lubrication of motor vehicles; the sale of automotive accessories and
related products; and the leasing or renting of motor vehicles.
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE STATION, means a lot, building or other structure where goods are sold
and/or services and repairs are provided, which are essential to the operation of motor vehicles,
but does not include a retail store, automotive body repair shop, automotive sales
establishment nor an automotive washing establishment as defined in this By-law. The
incidental sale of refreshments to the travelling public may be permitted.
AUTOMOTIVE USE, means an automotive service station, an automotive body repair shop, an
automotive sales establishment or an automotive washing establishment as defined in this By-
law.
AUTOMOTIVE WASHING ESTABLISHMENT, means a building or structure used for the washing
or cleaning of motor vehicles by automatic or self-serve washing equipment.
BAKERIES, means the use of land, buildings or structures for producing, mixing, compounding or
baking bread, biscuits, ice cream cones, cakes, pies, buns, or any other bakery product of which
flour or meal is the main ingredient, but does not include a restaurant or other premises where
any such product is made for consumption on the premises and does not include a bake shop.
BAKESHOP, means a retail store where baked goods, which may be consumed on or off the
premises are offered for sale. Incidental baking of products for retail sale may be permitted in
association with a bakeshop.
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BANQUET HALL, means a building, or part thereof, in which facilities are provided for such
purposes as the gathering together of, entertaining or catering to a large group of people for
functions such as meetings, charitable events, civic, cultural, educational, political, religious, or
social purposes.
BASEMENT, see STOREY.
BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT, means a single detached residential dwelling in which
the proprietor resides and supplies furnished rooms and may serve breakfast on a temporary
basis to overnight guests for monetary gain. It does not include a restaurant, hotel, motel, motor
hotel, and boarding, lodging or rooming establishment or any other form of residential dwelling
as defined by this By-law.
BODY-RUB PARLOUR means any premises or part thereof where a body-rub is performed,
offered, or solicited in pursuance of a trade, calling, business or occupation, but does not include
any premises or part thereof where the body-rubs performed are for the purpose of medical or
therapeutic treatment and are performed or offered by persons otherwise duly qualified,
licensed or registered so to do under the laws of the Province of Ontario.
BOARDING, LODGING OR ROOMING ESTABLISHMENT, means a residential dwelling where
rooms are regularly let, with or without the provision of meals, for a consideration to three or
more persons, other than the owner, lessee or tenant of the residential dwelling.
BUFFER AREA OR STRIP, means a landscaped area intended to obstruct or reduce the noise,
lighting glare, unsightly views or any other nuisance of one land use or property onto another
and may include such screening features as a continuous row of trees or hedge row of evergreens
or shrubs, a berm, a wall, or an opaque fence. (see illustrations).
BUILDING, means any structure temporary or permanent, which is used or intended to be used
for the shelter, accommodation or enclosure of persons, animals or chattels, and shall include a
tarped structure, but does not include a lawful boundary wall or fence.
BUILDING AREA, means the greatest horizontal area of a building above finished grade within
the outside surface of exterior walls and the centre line of firewalls.
BUILDING INSPECTOR, means a person appointed by the municipality, who is charged with
enforcing the provisions of the Building Code, Building By-law, Zoning By-law and other local by-
laws, as required.
BUILDING, MAIN, means a building designated or used for the principal use of the lot.
BUILDING OFFICIAL, CHIEF means a person appointed or constituted by the Council of a
Municipality who is charged with the duty of enforcing the provisions of the Ontario Building
Code, the Building By-law, the Zoning By-law and other local by-laws, as may be amended.
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BUILDING SETBACK, means the least horizontal distance permitted by this By-law as measured
between a lot line of a lot and the nearest portion of any building, structure or open storage area
excluding permitted architectural projections/encroachments.
BUILDING SUPPLY OUTLET, means a building, structure or parts thereof where building,
construction or other home improvement materials are stored for the purpose of wholesale or
retail and may include accessory facilities for the cutting of the finished lumber products.
BULK FUEL DEPOT, means the use of land, building or structures or parts thereof for the bulk
surface or underground storage of propane, petroleum products, chemicals, gases or similar
products and may include the distribution of same.
BUSINESS OR PROFESSIONAL OFFICE, means a building, structure or parts thereof in which one
or more persons are employed in the management, direction or conducting of a business, or
where professionally qualified persons and their staff serve clients or patients who seek advice,
consultation or treatment and may include the administrative offices of a not for profit or
charitable organization.
BUS DEPOT, means the use of land, building or structures for the transient housing and parking
of buses, and the boarding and deboarding of passengers, and may include accessory uses such
as ticket offices, luggage checking, rest areas and similar uses.
CANOPY, means a roof that is free of enclosing walls over an entrance to a building, structure or
gasoline pump island/kiosk.
CAMPGROUND, means a public or privately operated facility offering overnight camping
experiences from tent sites to serviced trailer sites, including accessory administrative offices,
convenience store, laundry facilities, sanitary facilities and associated recreational uses, that
cater to short-term guests, not to year round residents, whose accommodation is a tent, tent
trailer, recreational travel trailer, motor home, camper van, camper pick-up.
CARPORT, means a building or structure with a roof and not more than two walls, or a roof
supported by columns or piers, attached to a residential dwelling, which is used for the temporary
parking of passenger motor vehicles.
CATERER'S ESTABLISHMENT, means a building, structure or parts thereof in which food products
and beverages are prepared for consumption off the premises and are not served to customers
on the premises or for take out.
CELLAR, see STOREY.
CEMETERY, means land set aside to be used for the interment of human remains and includes a
columbarium, mausoleum or other structure intended for the interment of human remains, and
may also include a crematorium.
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CHURCH, means a building or part thereof used for public worship and may include a church hall,
church auditorium, Sunday School, convent or parish hall or church day nursery. Within this By-
law, the term church and place of Worship shall have corresponding meanings.
CLINIC, MEDICAL means a building or part thereof used by qualified physicians, dentists,
osteopaths, or other drugless practitioners, including their staff and patients, for the purpose of
consultation, diagnosis and office treatment. A medical clinic may include accessory uses such as
waiting and treatment rooms, laboratories, dispensaries, pharmacy and administrative offices. A
medical clinic does not include accommodation for overnight patient care or operating room
facilities.
CLINIC, VETERINARIAN, means a building, structure or parts thereof where one or more
registered veterinarian surgeons including associated staff provide examinations and surgical or
medical treatment to domestic pets, animals or livestock, and may include treatment rooms,
laboratories, dispensaries and associated office. Facilities for the overnight care of animals
undergoing treatment may be permitted indoors and is considered incidental to the hospital use.
A kennel is not permitted in association with a Veterinarian Clinic.
CLUB, COMMERCIAL, means any club other than a "private club".
CLUB, PRIVATE, means a building or part of a building used as a meeting place for members of a
chartered organization, not operated for profit, and may include a lodge, a service club, and a
fraternal organization.
COMMERCIAL GREENHOUSE AND/OR NURSERY, means the use of land, buildings or structures
for the growing and/or storing of flowers, fruit trees, ornamental trees, vegetable plants, shrubs,
trees and similar vegetation for the purpose of transplanting, for use as stock or grafting, and
includes the retail sale or wholesale distribution of such items directly from the premises/lot and
includes the sale of associated items such as soil, mulch, planting mediums, fertilizers and similar
materials, furnishing and supplies.
COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE, means any motor vehicle having permanently attached thereto
a truck or delivery body and includes ambulances, hearses, tow trucks, small buses and farm
tractors but excludes motor homes and recreational trailers as defined elsewhere in the by-law.
COMMERCIAL SCHOOL OR STUDIO, means a building, structure, or parts thereof where
instruction is given for gain, but without limiting the generality of the foregoing, includes a school
of fine art, dance, music, business, trade, vehicle driving and martial arts.
COMMERCIAL USE, means the use of land, building or structure for the purpose of buying and
selling commodities, and supplying of services as distinguished from industrial uses as defined in
this By-law.
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COMMUNITY CENTRE, means the use of land, buildings, or structures for community activities
of a social, cultural or recreational nature and operated on a non-profit basis by the municipality,
local board or agency thereof, but does not include any use specifically defined in this By-law.
COMPANION ANIMAL OFFICE, means a building or part of a building wherein the diagnosis or
consultation of small domestic animals and pets by a registered veterinarian is conducted and
may include treatment rooms, laboratories, dispensaries, offices and facilities for a pet groomer
but does not include facilities for the overnight care of animals undergoing treatment, general
anesthesia, surgery or x-ray facilities.
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING ESTABLISHMENT means a use, building or structure or parts
thereof where computer programs are designed and/or distributed and which may also provide
for the computer training for groups or individuals, and may include accessory office uses.
CONSERVATION, means uses and use of land complementary to and compatible with the wise
management, stewardship, protection and preservation of the natural environment, along with
any of its significant biophysical features and ecological functions. Conservation may include uses
such as reforestation, forest management, fish and wildlife management, erosion control and
flood control.
CONSTRUCT, means to build, place, erect, reconstruct, relocate, or alter by means of an addition,
enlargement or extension, or structural change; and includes any preliminary physical operation
preparatory to such work including, but not limited to, excavating, filling, grading or drainage;
and any work which requires a building permit. Constructed and construction have
corresponding meanings.
CONTRACTOR'S YARD, means uses, buildings or structures or parts thereof used for the storage
of building and construction materials including the storage and maintenance of heavy
machinery or equipment such as cranes, ploughs, tractors and road making equipment; and may
include facilities for the administration or management of the business, but does not include
wholesale or retail sale of building or home improvement supplies.
CONVENIENCE STORE, means an establishment where food stuffs, tobacco, patent medicines,
periodical/newspapers, stationary, sundries, hardware and other similar items of household
convenience are kept for sale to the public.
COUNCIL, means the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Minto.
COUNTY, means the Corporation of the County of Wellington.
COURT, when used to describe an architectural element, means an open and uncovered space
appurtenant to any building and bounded by at least two walls of the building or buildings on the
lot.
CRAWL SPACE, see STOREY.
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CREMATORIUM, means a building, structure or part thereof fitted with the appliances for the
purpose of cremating human remains, and includes everything incidental or ancillary thereto.
CULTURAL ENTERTAINMENT FACILITY, means a building, structure or part thereof designed or
utilized for presentation to the public of live theater or dance performances, musical concerts,
cinemas, lectures, exhibits, various forms of art, exhibits of a cultural, academic or scientific
nature and are not characterized by any emphasis on specific anatomical areas or sexual
activities.
CUSTOM WORKSHOP, means a building, structure or part thereof, which is used by a trade, craft
or guild for the manufacture, of small quantities, of made-to-measure clothes or articles and
includes upholstering but does not include woodworking or furniture manufacture, or any other
factory or shop production otherwise defined in this By-law. For the purposes of this By-law, a
"custom workshop" is not a home occupation as defined by this By-law.
DATA PROCESSING ESTABLISHMENT, means a use, building or structure or part thereof used for
the processing of facts or concepts either manually or by automated means, and may include
accessory office uses.
DAY LIGHTING (SIGHT) TRIANGLE, means an area on a corner lot which is free of buildings,
structures, or other features, including natural features, which may obstruct the vision of drivers
and vehicles. Day lighting triangle is determined by measuring, from the point of intersection of
the street lines on a corner lot, the distance required by this By-law along each such street line
and joining such points with a straight line. The triangular shaped land between the intersecting
street lines and the straight line joining the points the required distance along the street lines
forms the Day Lighting Triangle.
DAY NURSERY, means a use, building or structure, or parts thereof duly licensed by the Province
of Ontario pursuant to Child Care and Early Years Act, as amended. This definition does not
include private home day care as defined elsewhere in this By-law.
DECK, means a structure abutting or attached to a dwelling with no roof, canopy or walls except
for visual partitions and railings which are constructed on piers or a foundation above finished
grade for use as outdoor living space.
DRIVE-THRU SERVICE FACILITY, means the use of a building or structure or a part thereof
accessed by a designated stacking lane, where goods, products or services are offered to the
public within a parked or stationary vehicle by way of a service window or kiosk. Service kiosks
for parking control within a parking structure or parking are not considered to be drive-thru
service facilities.
DRIVEWAY, shall mean a portion of a lot used to provide vehicular access from a street or lane
to a parking space or off-street parking area or loading area located on the same lot.
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DRY CLEANING DEPOT, means a building or part thereof used for the purposes of receiving and
distributing articles or apparel to be dry-cleaned or otherwise treated elsewhere.
DRY CLEANING/LAUNDRY PLANT, means a building or part thereof used for the purpose of dry-
cleaning, cleaning, dyeing, pressing or other similar treatment of articles or apparel and may
include a dry cleaning depot for receiving and distributing said articles.
DUMP, means a waste disposal site where waste is deposited without cover material being
applied at regular intervals.
DWELLING see RESIDENTIAL DWELLING,
DWELLING UNIT, see RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNIT,
EROSION CONTROL, means land use practices or structures necessary for the reduction or
prevention of soil erosion.
EXISTING, shall mean "legally" existing on the date of the passing of this By-law.
FACTORY OUTLET, means a building or part thereof where products manufactured by a
permitted industrial use are kept for wholesale or retail sale.
FAIRGROUNDS, means the use of land, buildings or structures for the purpose of holding
agricultural fairs where farm produce is displayed for judging and sale, and includes exhibit areas,
livestock shows, horse shows and events, and where other sports events may be held, and may
include associated uses such as a midway or places of amusement, bleachers, bandstand areas,
and picnic areas. On occasion, fairgrounds may be used for auctions, flea markets, concession
stands and temporary overnight accommodations.
FARM, means a parcel of land, which the predominant activity is agricultural and includes
associated buildings and structures such as residential dwellings, livestock facilities, farm
implement structures, silo's, granaries and similar buildings and structures.
FARM BUILDING CLUSTER, means the close grouping of the main buildings and structures on a
farm contained within a limited area so that the remaining land is used for agriculture. Buildings
and structures within the cluster shall share a common driveway.
FARM IMPLEMENT SALES AND SERVICE, means the use of land, buildings or structures for the
sale, storage and repair of agricultural implements, equipment and machinery that are directly
associated with the operation of a farm and may include the sale of accessory items.
FARMER'S MARKET, means the use of land, buildings, structures or parts thereof for the purpose
of selling seasonal fresh produce by independent vendors.
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FINANCIAL OFFICE, means the premises of a bank, credit union, trust company, finance company,
loan or mortgage company, investment firm or financial consultants.
FINISHED GRADE, means the average elevation of the finished surface of the ground as measured
at ground level on any side of a building or structure.
FISH AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT, means the management of species native to the immediate
area. This may include stream enhancement, planting of browse or shelter species, nesting
boxes, nesting islands, ponds, dugouts and den trees.
FLEA MARKET, means an occasional or periodic sales activity where groups of individual vendors
offer goods, new and used, for sale to the public. This does not include private garage sales,
which may be licensed by the municipality.
FLOOD CONTROL, means land use practices or structures deemed necessary by the Conservation
Authority for the reduction or prevention of flooding.
FLOOD FRINGE, means that portion of the floodplain located between the floodway and the
limit of the Regional Storm Flood Event. (see illustrations)
FLOODPLAIN, means an area of land, usually low lands, adjoining a watercourse, which has
been or may be subject to flooding. (see illustrations)
FLOOD PROOFING, means a combination of structural changes and/or adjustments that are
incorporated into the basic design and construction or alteration of buildings, structures or
properties that are subject to flooding in order to reduce or eliminate possible flood damages.
FLOODWAY means the channel of a watercourse and that area of the floodplain required to pass
deep, fast flowing flood waters such that it may pose a potential threat to life and damage to
property. The appropriate Conservation Authority determines the limits of the floodway. (see
illustrations).
FLOOR AREA, with reference to a building or structure, means the total floor area within a
building or structure, which area is measured between the exterior faces of the exterior walls or
from the centre line of a common or party wall, but excluding any private garage, breezeway,
porch, verandah, balcony, sun room, attic, basement or cellar.
FLOOR AREA, GROUND, means that area of a lot covered or intended to be covered by the main
building(s) on the lot, exclusive of porches, decks, accessory buildings, terraces, steps, indoor
parking areas and normal building projections.
FLOOR AREA, GROSS (GFA), in the case of a residential dwelling, means the total area of all year-
round habitable rooms located above finished grade and measured between the exterior faces
of the exterior walls, but does not include garages, breezeways, and unenclosed porches,
sunrooms and verandas. In the case of a building other than a residential dwelling, means the
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aggregate of the area of all floors devoted to retail sales, customer service and office use,
industrial uses, recreational uses, institutional uses, as measured from the exterior faces or the
exterior walls but not including mezzanine areas, mechanical rooms, common halls, stairwells,
garbage and electrical rooms and parking structures.
FLOOR AREA, GROSS LEASABLE (GLFA), shall mean in the case of a commercial or industrial
building, the aggregate of the area of all floors devoted to retail sales, customer service and/or
office use measured from the outside face of exterior walls but excluding storage, mezzanine
areas, mechanical rooms, parking structures and similar uses ancillary to the main use.
FLOOR AREA, RETAIL, means the floor area of a commercial building devoted to retail purposes.
FOREST MANAGEMENT, means the management of forest resources for the production of a wide
range of values including wood fibre production, erosion control, fish and wildlife habitat, rare
species habitat, passive recreation, visual amenity, and education and research. This shall not
include a permanent on-site sawmill.
FUNERAL HOME, means a building or part thereof used for the purpose of furnishing funeral
supplies and services to the public and includes facilities intended for the preparation of the dead
human body for internment or cremation, and may include a place of worship.
GARAGE, PRIVATE, means an accessory building or that part of a main building used for the
temporary parking of a private motor vehicle(s) of the owner, tenant(s), occupant(s) of the lot
upon which such garage is located but does not include a carport.
GARAGE SALE, shall mean an occasional use sale, conducted on a residential property by an
occupant of such residential property, of household goods belonging to the occupier thereof and
includes a yard sale and the like.
GARDEN CENTRE, means the use of land, buildings, structures, or parts thereof for the purpose
of buying or selling lawn and garden equipment, furnishings and supplies.
GARDEN SUITE (i.e. Granny Flat), means a one-unit detached residential dwelling containing
bathroom and kitchen facilities that is accessory to an existing single detached residential
dwelling and is designed to be portable. A garden suite is intended to serve the "temporary"
needs of physically or mentally challenged adult or children, or elderly parents.
GAS BAR, means one or more fuel pump islands, each consisting of one or more fuel pumps,
which may include a canopy/kiosk and which may be used for the sale of automotive fluids and
small accessories for motor vehicles but shall not be used for repairs, oil changes, or greasing.
GOLF COURSE, means the use of land, buildings and structures for the purpose of playing golf
and may include a clubhouse, pro shop, restaurant, driving range(s), putting greens but not a
miniature golf course(s).
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GOLF COURSE, MINATURE, means the use of land, buildings and structures as a commercial
place of amusement in which facilities are provided to simulate the game of golf or any aspect
of the game on a small scale, but does not include a golf course or golf driving range.
GOLF DRIVING RANGE, means a public or private area operated for the purpose of developing
golfing techniques but does not include a golf course or miniature golf course.
GRAVEL PIT, shall mean any open excavation made for the removal of any soil, earth, clay, marl,
sand, gravel or unconsolidated rock or mineral to supply such material for construction, industrial
or manufacturing purposes. This definition does not include any excavation incidental to the
construction of a building or structure for which a building permit has been issued; or any asphalt
plant, cement manufacturing plant or concrete batching plant.
GREENHOUSE, means the use of land, buildings or structures for the growing of flowers, plants,
shrubs, trees and similar vegetation, which may be transplanted outdoors on the same lot, and
/or used as stocks for building or grafting and may include limited sale of products primarily
produced on site.
GROUP HOME shall mean a single dwelling unit in a free standing building in which a range of
three to ten residents (excluding staff or the receiving family) live under supervision and who, by
reason of their emotional, mental, social or physical condition or legal status, require a group
living arrangement for their well-being.
HABITABLE ROOM, means a room, located within a residential dwelling unit, designed for living,
sleeping, eating or sanitary facilities and can be used at all times throughout the year. A habitable
room shall not be located within a cellar. A habitable room does not include any room specifically
defined herein as a non-habitable room.
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, means any substance, which individually or in combination with
other substances are normally considered to pose a danger to public health, safety and the
environment and may include substances that are toxic, ignitable, corrosive, reactive, radio-
active or pathological.
HEAVY EQUIPMENT SALES AND RENTAL, means the use of land, buildings or structures in which
heavy machinery and equipment are offered or kept for sale, rent, lease or hire directly from said
lot.
HEIGHT or BUILDING HEIGHT, when used in reference to a building or structure, means the
vertical dimension of a building or structure measured from the average grade of the finished
grade to,
a)
in the case of a flat roof, the highest point of the roof surface or parapet wall,
whichever is higher. A one-slope roof having a slope of less than 20 degrees from
the horizontal shall be considered a flat roof for the purposes of this By-law;
b)
in the case of a mansard roof, the deck roof line;
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c)
in the case of a gabled, hip, gambrel or other type of pitched roof, the average
height between the eaves and ridge;
d)
in the case of a structure not having a roof, the top part of such structure;
e)
in the case of a structure having a rounded roof, two-thirds (2/3) of the average
height of the structure;
f)
where a combustible exterior wall extends above the top of the roof of a building,
the topmost part of such exterior wall. (see illustrations)
HOBBY BARN, means a building or structure designed, intended or used to house animals for
personal use and pleasure, including the boarding of horses, but excludes kennels.
HOME FOR THE AGED, REST HOME, means a "home" as defined under The Homes for the Aged
and Rest Homes Act, as amended. The Act specifies that a "home for the aged" is generally for
persons over the age of 60 and that a "rest home" is generally for persons over the age of 18. It
does not include a "Nursing Home" as defined elsewhere in this By-law.
HOME IMPROVEMENT CENTRE, shall mean a garden centre; a furniture sales and service
establishment, a floor covering sales and service establishment, a wall covering sales and service
establishment, a lighting sales and service establishment, an electronics sales and service
establishment, a major appliance sales and service establishment, or a swimming pool sales and
service establishment.
HOME INDUSTRY, means a small scale occupation or business conducted for gain or profit as a
secondary use to the main permitted use.
HOME OCCUPATION, means an occupation or business, which is conducted for gain or profit as
a secondary use within a permitted residential dwelling or residential dwelling unit. A home
occupation may include a profession or occupation such as an accountant, architect, auditor,
engineer, realtor, insurance agent, planner, lawyer, doctor, dentist; a personal service such as a
barber, hairdresser, beautician, seamstress, dressmaker, photographer, pet groomer, caterer's
establishment, and similar occupations or businesses.
HOSPITAL means a hospital as defined in The Private Hospitals Act, as amended from time to
time.
HOTEL, means a building, part of a building, or a group of buildings used for gain or profit for the
purposes of catering to the needs of the travelling public by supplying them with sleeping
accommodation, with or without meals, but without private cooking facilities with a minimum of
6 guest rooms, and further provided that each guest room shall only be entered from the interior
of the building. Without limiting the generality thereof, a hotel may include accessory uses such
as dining, dancing, convention, parking and recreational. A hotel does not include a boarding,
lodging or rooming establishment, bed and breakfast establishment or a motel or motor hotel.
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INDUSTRY, DRY, means an industry, which by nature of its operation, process, or fabrication of
raw materials or services rendered does not require a significant water supply and does not
produce waste water as part of the industrial process.
INDUSTRIAL MALL, means a building or a group of buildings designed, developed, owned and
managed as a unit in which separate spaces are leased or occupied by permitted industrial uses.
No more than 30 percent of the gross floor area of an industrial mall shall be devoted to accessory
office or related commercial uses.
INDUSTRIAL USE, means, without limiting the generality thereof, the manufacturing, assembling,
making, producing, preparing, inspecting, grading, ornamenting, finishing, treating, cleaning,
washing, altering, repairing, restoring, processing, polishing, refinishing, packing, adapting for
sale, warehousing, storing, breaking up or demolishing of goods, substances, articles or things or
any part or parts there of; or the production or storage of building or construction equipment or
materials.
INSTITUTIONAL USE, means the use of land, buildings or other structures operated by a group,
organization or society for the promotion of a public, social, scientific, educational or similar
purpose, but does not include a church, place of worship, school, private or commercial club as
defined in this By-law.
JUNK YARD, means any parcel of land, building or structure for which the principal or accessory
use is the abandonment, collection, demolition, dismantlement, keeping, storage, salvage or sale
of used, discarded, worn out or scrapped machinery, motor vehicles, vehicle parts, scrap metal,
chains, used pipes, waste paper, rags enamelware, furniture, bottles, cans, rope, iron, copper or
any other scrap or discarded materials.
KENNEL, means a place where more than 2 and 25 or less dogs are housed, groomed, bred,
boarded, trained, sold or kept for hunting and includes both Boarding Kennels and Breeding
Kennels, which are licensed by the Town of Minto under the provisions of the Keeping of Dogs
and Dog Kennels By-law.
LAND DISPOSAL, within the meaning of Section 1 of Regulation 347 (General - Waste
Management) made under the Environmental Protection Act means, with respect to waste, the
deposit or disposal of the waste upon, into, in or through land, including:
a) the deposit of the waste at a dump,
b) the landfilling of the waste,
c) the discharge of the waste into a geological formation by means of a well, and
d) the land farming of the waste, in the case of a petroleum refining waste.
LAND FARMING, means the biodegradation of petroleum refining wastes by naturally occurring
soil bacteria by means of controlled application of the wastes to land followed by period tilling.
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LANDFILL, means the use of land, licensed by the Ministry of the Environment, upon, into, or
through which waste is deposited, processed, treated, and covered under controlled conditions
and includes land, which is being used for a leachate buffer area and or gas buffer area.
LANDFILLING, means the disposal of waste by deposit, under controlled conditions, on land or
on land covered by water, and includes compaction of the waste into a cell and covering the
waste with cover materials at regular intervals.
LAND LEASE COMMUNITY HOME, means any residential dwelling that is a permanent structure
where the owner of the residential dwelling leases the land used or intended for use as the site
for the residential dwelling. Such dwelling may be modular, prefabricated or traditionally
constructed but does not include a mobile home.
LAND LEASE COMMUNITY HOME SITE, shall mean the area of land within a Land Lease
Community that is leased for the purposes of locating a land lease community home.
LANDSCAPED AREA, means an open space area comprised of lawn, flowers, shrubs, trees or
other natural vegetation. This area may include space occupied by paths, courtyards and patios,
but shall not include loading spaces or parking areas, traffic aisles, driveways, ramps, or outdoor
storage areas.
LANE, means a walkway, emergency access or any other passageway or right-of-way, other than
a street, which is open from ground to sky and provides a secondary means of access to abutting
lots, and which is not intended for general traffic circulation, but is dedicated to public use, or
legally dedicated as a right-of-way for use in common by adjacent land owners.
LAUNDROMAT, means a building or part thereof, where self-serve coin operated clothes washing
equipment are located and may contain one or more washers, dryers or other incidental
equipment.
LIBRARY, means a library, branch library or library distributing station that is approved under The
Public Libraries Act, as amended.
LIVESTOCK, a type of domestic animal kept on a farm for use on the farm, for propagation, for
profit or for gain, and without limiting the generality thereof, may include dairy, beef and veal
cattle, horses, swine, sheep, goats, mink, rabbits, poultry and fowl.
LIVESTOCK FACILITIES, means barns, buildings or structures where animals or poultry are housed
and shall also include beef feedlots and the associated manure storage facilities, but shall not
include a hobby barn as defined elsewhere in this by-law.
LIVESTOCK HOUSING CAPACITY means the total maximum number of livestock that can be
accommodated in a livestock facility at any one time.
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LIVESTOCK UNIT, means the equivalent values for various types of animals and poultry based
upon manure production and production cycles.
LOADING SPACE, means an off-street space on the same lot with a building or on a lot contiguous
to a building or group of buildings which is used for the temporary parking of a commercial
vehicle while loading or unloading of merchandise or materials.
LOT, means a parcel or tract of land
a)
i)
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 The Planning Act, as
amended; or
ii)
is a separate parcel of land without any abutting lands being owned by the
same owner or owners; or
iii)
the description of which is the same as in a deed which has been given
consent pursuant to The Planning Act, as amended; or
iv)
is the whole remnant remaining to an owner or owners after a conveyance
made with consent to The Planning Act, as amended.
b)
for the purpose of this subsection, no parcel or tract of land ceases to be a lot by
reason only of the fact that a part or parts of it has or have been conveyed to or
acquired by the Municipality, the Town of Minto, Her Majesty in the Right of
Ontario, Her Majesty in the Right of Canada, the Saugeen Valley Conservation
Authority and the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, or Ontario Hydro.
LOT AREA, means the horizontal area within the boundary lines of a lot.
LOT CORNER, means a lot situated at the intersection of and abutting upon two or more streets;
or abutting on two or more parts of the same street, the sides of which street (in the case of a
curved corner, the tangents at the street extremities of the side lot lines) contain an interior angle
of less than one hundred and thirty-five degrees (135 degrees). In the case of a curved corner,
the corner of the lot shall be deemed to be the point of the street line nearest the point of
intersection of the said tangents. (see illustrations)
LOT COVERAGE, means the percentage of the total lot area covered by all building(s) and
structure(s), including accessory buildings and structure(s), which are located on or above ground
level. The area of an outdoor swimming pool, open and unenclosed porches, uncovered decks,
balconies and steps shall not be calculated in determining lot coverage.
LOT DEPTH, means the horizontal distance between the front and rear lot lines.
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a)
when the front and rear lot lines are not parallel, depth is determined by the
length of a straight line joining the middle of the front lot line with the middle of
the rear lot line.
b)
When there is no rear lot line, depth is determined by the length of a straight line
joining the middle of the front lot line with the apex of the triangle formed by the
side lot lines. (see illustrations)
LOT FRONTAGE, means the horizontal distance between the side lot lines measured along the
front lot line, but where the front lot line is not a straight line or where the side lot lines are not
parallel, the lot frontage is to be measured by a line 6.0 m (19.7 ft) back from and parallel to the
chord of the lot frontage, and for the purpose of this paragraph the chord of the lot frontage is a
straight line joining the two points where the side lot lines intersect the front lot line.
LOT THROUGH, means a lot other than a corner lot having separate frontages on two streets.
LOT LINE, means any line defining the boundary of a lot.
LOT LINE, FRONT, means:
a)
The line that divides the lot from the street; or
b)
In the case of a Corner Lot, the shorter street line shall be deemed to be the front
lot line and the longer line shall be deemed to be the exterior side lot line; or in
the case of a Corner Lot with two equal lot lines either street line may be
designated as the Front Lot Line; or
c)
In the case of a Through Lot, the shorter street line shall be deemed to be the front
lot line and the longer line shall be deemed to be the rear lot line; or in the case
of a Through Lot with two equal lot lines either street line may be designated as
the Front Lot Line.
LOT LINE REAR, means the lot line farthest from and opposite to the front lot line. In the case of
a lot having four (4) more lot lines, the lot line farthest from and opposite to the front lot line
shall be the rear lot line. If a lot has less than four (4) lot lines, there shall be deemed to be no
rear lot line.
LOT LINE, SIDE, means a lot line other than a front or a rear lot line
LOT LINE, EXTERIOR SIDE, means a side lot line that is also a street line
LOT LINE, INTERIOR SIDE, means any side lot line other than an exterior side lot line.
MACHINE SHOP means a workshop in which work is machined to size and assembled.
MAIN BUILDING, means the building designed or used for the principal use on a lot.
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MAIN USE, means uses, buildings, structures or parts thereof, which constitute the principal
use(s) of a lot and which is specifically listed as a permitted use by this By-law. An accessory use
or home occupation/ home industry shall not constitute the main use of a lot.
MAIN WALL, means an exterior front, side, or rear wall of a building, and all structural members
essential to the support of a fully enclosed space or roof.
MAUSOLEUM, means a building or structure or part thereof, other than a columbarium, used as
a place of interment of human remains in sealed crypts or compartments.
MINI-STORAGE FACILITY, means a building containing separate, individual self-storage units
divided from floor to ceiling by a wall with an independent entrance from the exterior of the
building, designed to be rented or leased on a short-term basis to the general public for private
storage of personal goods, materials and equipment; but shall not include the storage of
hazardous chemicals, flammable substances or toxic materials.
MOBILE HOME, means any dwelling that is intended to be made mobile, constructed to be towed
on its own chassis, designed and equipped for year-round accommodation for one or more
persons, but does not include a recreational travel trailer or tent trailer or trailer otherwise
designed.
MOBILE HOME PARK, means an area of land zoned, designed and intended to accommodate
mobile homes to be used as residential dwelling units together with accessory uses such as
offices, laundry facilities, storage areas, etc.
MOBILE HOME SITE, means a defined area of land within a Mobile Home Park intended for the
location of one mobile home for the exclusive use of the occupant.
MODULAR RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNIT, means a residential dwelling unit designed in one or
more modules or boxes that can be joined together at the construction site to form a completed
house. The modules contain interior walls with insulation, plumbing and electrical work installed
at the factory, along with wall finishes, floor coverings, cabinetry, moldings and electrical and
plumbing fixtures in place. A modular residential dwelling unit is intended to be made mobile on
a temporary basis but constructed or manufactured to provide year-round accommodation. A
modular residential dwelling unit does not include a mobile home, recreational seasonal travel
trailer or motor home as defined herein.
MOTEL/MOTOR HOTEL, means a building, part of a building or a group of buildings used for the
purpose of catering to the needs of the travelling public by providing sleeping accommodation
with or without supplying food or other refreshments for not less than 6 guest rooms which may
contain private cooking facilities and further provided that each guest room may be entered
directly from the exterior of the building. A motel does not include a boarding, lodging or
rooming establishment, a bed and breakfast establishment or a hotel.
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MOTOR HOME, means any motor vehicle so constructed as to be self-contained, self-propelled
unit capable of being utilized for the temporary living, sleeping or eating accommodation of
persons and for the purposes of this By-law shall include a camper pick-up or camper van.
MOTOR VEHICLE, means an automobile, truck, motorcycle, or motorized snow or all-terrain
vehicle, but does not include the cars of electric or steam railways, or other vehicles running only
on rails, or on traction engine, self-propelling farm machinery or road building machinery.
MUNICIPAL DRAIN, means a drainage works as defined by the Ontario Drainage Act, as amended
from time to time.
MUNICIPALITY, means the Town of Minto.
MUSEUM, means a building or parts thereof, used for the purpose of acquiring, conserving,
studying, interpreting, assembling and exhibiting to the public such things as collections of
paintings, works of art, artifacts of historical interest and significance; mechanical, scientific
and/or philosophical inventions, instruments, models, designs; and together with any libraries,
reading rooms, laboratories and offices.
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT, means land which is essentially "non-developable", due to inherent
environmental hazards such as wetlands, poor drainage, organic soils, susceptibility to flooding
and/or erosion, steep slopes and other physical conditions severe enough to pose a risk of loss
of life, property damage and environmental or social disruption if developed.
NEIGHBOURHOOD STORE, means a retail store which provides convenience goods and services
to the immediate and surrounding neighbourhood.
NON-COMPLYING, means a use, building or structure, lawfully established prior to the passing
of this By-law, and which is permitted by the zone in which such use, building or structure is
located, but which does not comply with some or all of the specific zone regulations of said Zone,
or any other applicable regulation of this By-law.
NON-CONFORMING, means a use, building, or structure lawfully established prior to the passage
of this By-law and which is not a permitted use of the specific zone(s) in which such use, building,
or structure is located.
NON-HABITABLE ROOM, 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 corridor, a stairway, a closet, a sunroom, a verandah, a recreation room, a porch, a
balcony, a private garage, an unfinished attic, a cellar, crawlspace, a boiler room and any space
used for the service and maintenance of such dwelling or for vertical travel between storeys.
NURSERY, means a place where trees, shrubs or plants are grown or stored for the purpose of
transplanting, for use as stocks for building or grafting, or for the purpose of retail or wholesale,
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together with the sale of soil, planting materials, fertilizers or similar materials and includes a
greenhouse.
NURSING HOME, means a nursing home as defined under The Nursing Home Act, as amended,
and does not include a Home for the Aged, Rest Home as defined in this By-law.
OFFICIAL PLAN, means the County of Wellington Official Plan.
ONE IN ONE HUNDRED (1:100) YEAR FLOOD means a flood based upon an analysis of
precipitation, snow melt or a combination thereof, having a return period of 100 years on average
or having a one percent (1%) chance of occurring or being exceeded in any given year. The
Conservation Authority determines the elevation of the 1:100 year flood
OUTDOOR STORAGE, means the use of land for outdoor storage of equipment, goods or
materials in the open air. It does not include storage in transport truck trailers.
PARK, means an open space area, operated by a public agency which may include areas for
baseball diamonds, outdoor tennis courts, outdoor swimming pool, playground and similar uses,
and public storm water management facilities, but shall not include a mobile home park or
campground.
PARKING AISLE, means a portion of a parking area or parking lot which on one or more sides
abuts parking spaces and which provides access to and from a parking space, to and from a street
or lane and which is not used for the parking of motor vehicles.
PARKING AREA, means an area, whether or not within a building or structure, used for the
temporary parking of licensed motor vehicles and may include aisles, parking spaces, and related
entrances and exits but shall not include any part of a street or lane, nor any area wherein motor
vehicles are kept or stored for sale or repair.
PARKING LOT, means a Parking Area forming the main use of a lot.
PARKING SPACE, means a space, which may be within a parking area or parking lot, and which is
provided and maintained for the temporary parking of motor vehicles.
PARKING SPACE, ANGLED, means the orientation of a parking space in such a manner that the
side of a motor vehicle, when parked, is at an angle other than parallel to the drive aisle,
driveway, lane, or street which gives direct access to such parking space.
PARKING SPACE, BARRIER FREE ACCESSIBLE, means a parking space provided for the use of
persons with disabilities pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
PARKING SPACE, PARALLEL, means the orientation of a parking space in such a manner that the
side of a motor vehicle, when parked, is parallel to the drive aisle, driveway, lane, or street which
gives direct access to such parking space.
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PARKING SPACE, TANDEM, means the arrangement of two parking spaces such that it is
necessary to traverse one parking space to gain access to the other from a lane, drive aisle,
driveway, or street.
PARKING SPACE, VISITOR, means a parking space for the exclusive use of visitors to a premise.
PERSON, means an individual, association, firm, partnership, incorporated company,
corporation, agent or trustee, and the heirs, executor or other legal representative of a person
to whom the context applies according to law.
PERSONAL SERVICE SHOP, means a building or part of a building in which persons are employed
in providing services and otherwise administering to the individual and personal needs of
persons, and includes such establishments as barber shops, beauty parlours, laundromats,
hairdressing shops, shoe repair and shoe shine shops, and dry cleaning or laundry depots.
PHARMACY, means a retail store that dispenses drugs by description
PIT, means a place where unconsolidated gravel, stone, sand, earth, clay, fill, mineral or other
material is being or has been removed by means of an open excavation to supply material for
construction, industrial or manufacturing, but does not include a wayside pit.
PIT, WAYSIDE, means a temporary pit opened and used by a public road authority solely for the
purpose of a particular project or contract or road construction and not located on the road right-
of-way.
PLACE OF ENTERTAINMENT, means a motion picture or other theatre, arena, auditorium, public
hall, billiard or pool room, bowling alley, ice or roller skating rink or other similar forms of
entertainment, which are contained within an enclosed building or structure; does not include
an adult entertainment or body rub parlour.
PLACE OF RECREATION, means the use of land for such uses as private parks, playgrounds,
playfields, racquetball club, tennis courts, lawn bowling greens, indoor and outdoor skating rinks,
curling facilities, hockey arenas, athletic fields, field houses, recreational trails, snowmobile trails,
picnic areas, swimming pools, wading pools, day camps, and similar uses, together with necessary
and accessory buildings and structures, but does not include a track for the racing of animals,
motor vehicles, snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles or motor cycles.
PLACE OF WORSHIP, means a building dedicated to religious worship and may include churches,
chapels, temples, parish halls and synagogues, and may include accessory uses such as
administrative offices, nursery schools, a school of religious education, convents, seminaries,
monasteries and rectories.
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PLANTING STRIP, means an area of landscaped open space located immediately adjacent to a lot
or portion thereof and on which is situated one or more of the following screening devices: a
continuous row of trees, a continuous row of evergreens or shrubs; a berm.
POSTAL OR COURIER OUTLET, shall mean the provision of postal and courier pick-up and drop-
off services for letters and small parcels, but does not include a postal or courier distribution or
terminal facility.
POULTRY PROCESSING FACILITY, means the use of land, buildings or structures, or parts thereof,
wherein poultry - all domestic fowl including small game birds such as Cornish hen and large
birds such as EMU - are slaughtered, washed, cleaned, treated or otherwise prepared, processed
and packaged, and from which such produce is shipped to a wholesale or retail outlet.
PREFABRICATED RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, means a building which is capable of being occupied
exclusively as a permanent residential dwelling and which is comprised of components that are
manufactured off-site, transported to the building site and constructed on a lot. A pre-fabricated
residential dwelling is not designed nor intended to be made mobile or temporary and does not
include a modular residential dwelling unit, and mobile home or park model trailer.
PRINTING ESTABLISHMENT, means an industrial facility used for blueprinting, engraving,
stereotyping, electro-typing, printing or typesetting and may include a duplicating shop or letter-
shop.
PRINT SHOP, means a retail store that provides duplicating services using photocopy, blueprint
and offset printing equipment, including collating of booklets and reports.
PRIVATE HOME DAY CARE, means the use of a building, structure or part thereof operated for
gain or profit by providing temporary care for children within a private residence other than the
home of a parent or guardian of any such child and does not include a day nursery as defined
elsewhere in this By-law.
PUBLIC, in this By-law, means a use, building or structure used and/or owned by a public agency
to provide a service to the general public.
PUBLIC AGENCY, means
a)
the Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario or any municipal
corporation;
b)
any ministry, department, commission, corporation, authority, board but does not
include a school as defined elsewhere in this by-law, or other agency established
from time to time by the Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario or
any municipal corporation;
c)
any public utility; or
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d)
any railway company authorized under The Railway Act, as amended, or any
successor thereto.
PUBLIC BUILDING, means any building, structure or part thereof, which is owned, leased, or
occupied by the Corporation of the Town of Minto, the County of Wellington, the Province of
Ontario or the Government of Canada.
PUBLIC UTILITY, means any agency, corporation, board, or commission providing electricity, gas,
water, telegraph, telephone or television service including a communications tower, drainage,
sewage or waste collection and disposal services to the public; or a use pertaining to any such
agency, corporation, board or commission.
PUBLIC WORKS YARD, means a municipal, county or provincial facility used for the storage and
servicing of road construction and maintenance equipment, and storage of materials including
buildings or structures for such purposes.
QUARRY, means a place where consolidated rock has been or is being removed by means of open
excavation to supply material for construction, industrial or manufacturing purposes, but does
not include a wayside quarry or open pit metal mine.
QUARRY, WAYSIDE, means a temporary quarry opened and used by a public road authority
solely for the purpose of a particular project or contract or road construction and not located on
the road right-of-way.
RECREATIONAL, ACTIVE, means a recreational use or activity with buildings or requires alteration
of soil or topography and includes such activities as golf courses, playing fields, trailer parks,
campgrounds and conservation areas involving built structures.
RECREATIONAL, PASSIVE, means a non-intensive activity or use of land carried out for
recreational purposes which does not require the construction of buildings or the alteration of
soil or topography and includes open space and environmental areas. Passive Recreational uses
may include nature interpretation, hiking, cross country skiing, fishing and hunting.
REGIONAL FLOODPLAIN, means the area of land that would be inundated by floodwater under
a Regional Storm Flood Event.
REGIONAL STORM FLOOD EVENT, means a major storm of record used for flood regulation
purposes. The rainfall actually experienced during Hurricane Hazel combined with local
conditions is used by the Conservation Authority to establish the Regional Floodplain.
REGULATORY FLOOD, means the approved standard(s) used in a particular watershed to define
the limit of the floodplain and level to be applied for flood proofing purposes. (In the former
Town of Harriston, the Regulatory Flood is the Regional Storm Flood Event.)
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RENTAL OUTLET, means a building or part thereof where residential, industrial and commercial
equipment is kept for rental to the public and may include such items as power tools, appliances,
office machines, recreation equipment, lawn and garden equipment and tools, floor cleaning
equipment, masonry tools, painting and decorating equipment and tools, moving equipment and
tools, and similar items, but does not include a video rental outlet or the rental of motor vehicles,
trailers or industrial equipment.
RESERVE, for the purpose of this By-law, means a 0.3m (1.0 ft) wide parcel of land held by the
Corporation of the Town of Minto, or the Province of Ontario as a means of restricting access to
a public highway or street. Where such a reserve is required, it shall be deemed not to eliminate
the street line or front lot line of said lot and therefore, not compromise the calculation of lot
frontage.
RESIDENTIAL, means the use of land, buildings or structures for human habitation.
RESIDENTIAL DWELLING means a building or portion thereof designed, intended, occupied or
capable of being occupied as one or more Residential Dwelling Unit(s) and may include a
traditionally constructed or prefabricated home as defined herein but does not include a hotel,
motel, institutional use, boarding, lodging or rooming house, bed and breakfast establishment,
mobile home, trailer, or a motor home as defined in this By-law.
Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached), means the use of a single detached dwelling, semi-
detached dwelling unit, cluster townhouse dwelling unit, or street townhouse dwelling
unit where a separate self-contained dwelling unit is located within the principal building.
Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached), means the use of a building where a separate self-
contained dwelling unit is located in a detached accessory building on the same lot as an
associated single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling unit, cluster townhouse
dwelling unit, or street townhouse dwelling unit (subject to the provisions of Section 6.1).
Apartment, means a residential dwelling that contains five or more residential dwelling
units, which have a common entrance from street level and are served by a common
corridor or hallway from inside.
Apartment, Seniors, means an apartment designed for, intended for and occupied
exclusively by senior citizens.
Bachelor, means a residential dwelling unit with a bedsitting room combination providing
therein living, sleeping, eating, food preparation, and separate sanitary facilities. Other
essential facilities and services may be shared with other residential dwelling units.
Converted, means a single-detached residential dwelling existing at the time of passing
of this By-law which, because of size or design, can be converted by partition and the
addition of sanitary and cooking facilities into more than one residential dwelling unit.
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Duplex, means a two storey residential dwelling divided horizontally into two residential
dwelling units, each of which is completely on a separate storey with an independent
entrance either directly from the outside or through a common vestibule.
Fourplex, means a residential dwelling divided vertically and horizontally to provide four
residential dwelling units, each having independent entrances either directly from the
outside or through a common vestibule.
Link or Twin Attached, means two single-detached residential dwellings of similar size
and style that are completely separated from the other above finished grade, but are
connected to each other below finished grade by common footings.
Semi-Detached, means two single-detached residential dwellings, divided in whole or
part by a common vertical wall, each of which may be held in separate ownership, and
having independent entrance either directly from the outside or through a common vesti-
bule.
Single-Detached, means one completely self-contained residential dwelling situated on a
separate lot and is not attached by any means to any other residential dwelling. For the
purposes of this By-law, single-detached shall not include a mobile home or modular
residential dwelling unit, unless otherwise specifically provided for in this By-law.
Split-level, means a single detached or semi-detached residential dwelling in which the
first floor above the finished grade is so constructed as to create two or more different
levels, the vertical distance between such levels being always less than the full storey. For
the purpose of this By-law, split-level shall be considered as a one-storey residential
dwelling.
Stacked Townhouse, means a building containing two townhouse dwelling units divided
horizontally, one atop the other both with independent access to the street or courtyard.
A stacked townhouse shall be permitted under the cluster townhouse dwelling use, and
shall not be considered an apartment.
Townhouse, means a residential dwelling divided vertically to provide three or more
residential dwelling units, each having independent entrances to a front and rear yard
immediately abutting the front and rear walls of each dwelling unit
i)
Townhouse, Cluster - individual residential dwelling units do not require
frontage onto a street. Stacked townhouses shall follow the same
provisions as a cluster townhouse.
ii)
Townhouse, Street - each residential dwelling unit shall have frontage
directly onto a street.
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Triplex, means a three storey residential dwelling divided horizontally into three separate
residential dwelling units each having independent entrances either directly from the
outside or through a common vestibule.
RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNIT, means one or more habitable rooms designed, intended,
occupied or capable of being occupied as a permanent residence by one or more individuals and
provided with separate kitchen, sanitary facilities and sleeping accommodations and having a
private entrance either from the outside of the building or through a common hallway or stairway
inside the building.
RESIDENTIAL, NON-FARM, means a residential dwelling unit not located on the same lot as a
farm.
RESTAURANT, means a building or part thereof, other than a tavern, where food or refreshments
are prepared and offered for retail sale to the public for immediate consumption either on or off
the premises and may include uses such as a bistro, coffee shop, diary bar, deli, diner, ice cream
parlour, snack bar, tea house, or refreshment stand. Dining Restaurant, Drive-In Restaurant,
Drive-Thru Restaurant and Take-Out Restaurant are defined below for the purposes of
calculating off-street parking requirements as required by Section 6.27 of this By-law.
DINING RESTAURANT, means a building or part thereof where food and drink is prepared
then sold to the public for immediate consumption within the dining room of such
establishment.
DRIVE-IN/DRIVE-THRU RESTAURANT, means a building or part thereof where food and
drink are prepared then sold to the public for immediate consumption either within an
eating area inside or outside of the building or within the patron's own motor vehicle
onsite, or for elsewhere off the premises.
TAKE-OUT RESTAURANT, means a building or part of a building where food and
beverages are prepared and sold to the public for consumption off the premises. The
consumption of food in the building or in the patron's motor vehicle on the premises is
not permitted.
RETAIL FOOD STORE, means a building, structure or part thereof in which foodstuff, goods,
wares, merchandise, substances, articles or things are offered or kept for sale at retail, but does
not include any establishment otherwise defined or classified herein.
RETAIL STORE, means a building, structure, or part thereof in which goods, wares, merchandise,
substances, articles or things are offered or kept for retail sale directly to the public, but does not
include any establishment otherwise classified or defined herein.
SALVAGE OR WRECKING AND RECYCLING FACILITY, means the use of land, buildings or
structures for the wrecking, dismantling, storing and/or selling of used vehicles, farm equipment
and parts thereof, including tires and other goods, wares or materials.
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SCHOOL, means an academic school authorized under The Education Act, as amended.
SEASONAL AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE STAND, means a structure that is accessory to a farm and
is used for the display and selling of fruit, vegetables, flowers or other farm produce, which is
grown on that same farm.
SEASONAL RECREATION SITE, means a numbered and specified designated area of land to be
used for the placement of one seasonal recreational travel trailer and other accessory approved
structures.
SECONDHAND STORE, means a building or part thereof, where used clothing, books, household
goods and similar articles are offered or kept for sale and may include an antique or flea market
or pawn shop but does mean a wrecking or salvage and recycling yard. New products may be
included as a portion of the merchandise being offered for sale.
SERVICE INDUSTRY, means a business or trade, not otherwise defined or classified in this By-law,
which provides cleaning, maintenance, installation, renovation, or other similar non-personal
services to the public, and may include a printing establishment; plumbing, welding, sheet metal,
woodworking or machine shop; or vehicle inspection station.
SERVICE OR REPAIR SHOP, means a building or part thereof for the repair or service of household
articles including radio, television and electronic equipment, and small household appliances,
and may include small engine repair, but does not include an industrial use or automotive body
repair shop or automotive service station.
SEWAGE TREATMENT FACILITY, means a use, building, structure or parts thereof, approved by
the Ministry of the Environment for the treatment and disposal of domestic and industrial waste,
and storm water, and includes a system of underground pipes/conduits and wastewater lagoons.
SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM, PRIVATE, means a facility designed to provide sewage treatment
on a lot normally comprised of, but not limited to, a septic tank and tile weeping beds. A private
sewage treatment system also includes any other means of collecting and treating of sewage
effluent, acceptable to Ministry standards and approved by the municipality.
SHOPPING CENTRE, means a group of commercial uses, planned, developed, owned, managed
as a unit, with common off-street parking areas and other joint facilities all provided on the same
lot.
SHOPPING MALL, means a shopping centre, which provides access for the public to each
individual commercial unit either from the outside through a common entrance(s) and/or from
the inside through a common covered aisle(s).
SIGN, means any device, lettering, figure, symbol, emblem or picture, which is affixed to or
represented directly or indirectly upon a use of land, building or structure, and which directs
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attention to, identifies or advertises any object, product, place, activity, persons, products,
organizations, institutions or businesses in such a way as to be visible to the public on any street,
lane or thoroughfare.
SIGNIFICANT DRINKING WATER THREAT, means a drinking water threat that, according to a risk
assessment, poses or has the potential to pose a significant risk (Clean Water Act).
SOURCE PROTECTION PLAN, means a drinking water source protection plan prepared under the
Clean Water Act (Clean Water Act).
STACKING LANE, means a continuous on-site queuing lane that includes stacking spaces for
motor vehicles which is separated from other vehicular traffic and pedestrian circulation by
barriers, markings, or signs.
STACKING SPACE, means a rectangular space that may be provided in succession and is designed
to be used for the temporary queuing of a motor vehicle in a stacking lane.
STORAGE TRAILERS, SEACANS AND SHIPPING CONTAINERS, shall include any unlicensed trailer,
whether or not the same is mounted on wheels; mobile storage trailers, storage structures or
cargo boxes designed or once serving as commercial shipping or cargo containers; truck trailers
or boxes; or the parking of tractor-trailers or separate tractors or cargo boxes. For the purpose
of this definition, unlicensed trailer means a trailer which does not have a valid permit under the
Highway Traffic Act R.S.O., 1990.c.H.8, as amended.
STORAGE TRAILERS, SEACANS AND SHIPPING CONTAINER SALES AND RENTAL, means the use
of lands, buildings, or structures in which storage trailers, seacans, and shipping containers are
offered or kept for sale, rent, lease, or hire directly from said lot.
STOREY, means a horizontal division of a building from a floor to the ceiling directly above such
floor, but does not include any mezzanine, gallery, balcony or other overhang, the floor area of
which does not exceed 40 percent of the least dimension of the room in which the said overhang
is located, and does not include a basement or cellar as defined in this By-law.
ATTIC, means the space between the roof and the ceiling of the top storey; or between a
dwarf wall (i.e. a wall less than 2. 3 m (7.5 ft)) and a sloping roof of a dwelling.
BASEMENT, means that portion of a building below the first storey, but having less than
one-half its clear height above the average finished grade; or has at least one wall from
the finished floor to finished ceiling exposed above the finished grade and where a
permanent point of access is provided in said wall.
CELLAR, means that portion of a basement which is more than 60 percent below finished
grade, measured from finished floor to finished ceiling.
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CRAWL SPACE, means that portion of a basement which is less than 1.8 m (5.9 ft)
measured from finished floor to finished ceiling.
FIRST STOREY or GROUND FLOOR, means the storey having its floor level closest to the
finished grade and its ceiling more than 1.8 metres above grade.
SECOND STOREY or SECOND FLOOR, means the storey directly above the first storey.
STREET, means a public right-of-way which shall be constructed and opened and improved and
maintained year round and assumed by the Municipality, County, or Province or other public
road authority for public use. A street does not include a lane or any other private right-of-way.
STREET LINE, means the dividing line between a street and any lot.
STRUCTURE, means anything constructed either permanent or temporary, the use of which
requires location on or an attachment to something having location on the ground. Manure
storage/handling facilities and associated pits and lagoons are structures for the purposes of this
By-law. Fences, pavement, curbs, walkways, retaining wall or signs are not considered structures
for the purposes of this By-law.
SWIMMING POOL, means any body of water located outdoors or indoors, contained by artificial
means and used and maintained for the purpose of swimming, wading, diving or bathing.
TAVERN, means a "tavern" as defined by the Liquor Licence Act, as amended.
TERRACE, means an open, uncovered, level space at ground level that is either natural or man-
made.
TILLABLE HECTARES, means the total area of land including pasture that can be worked or
cultivated.
TRAILER CAMP OR PARK, means any land upon which two or more trailers are used or intended
to be used for human occupation on a temporary basis.
TRAILER, PARK MODEL, means a modular residential dwelling unit designed and constructed in
accordance with CSA requirements which is towed on its own chassis and its running gear may
be removed. It is designed and equipped for year-round occupancy containing suitable sanitary
facilities including a flush toilet, shower or bathtub.
TRAILER, RECREATIONAL, means any portable structure or vehicle designed, intended and used
exclusively for the temporary or seasonal living, sleeping or eating accommodation of persons
therein, during travel, recreation and vacation and which is either capable of being drawn by a
motor vehicle or is self-propelled, and may include seasonal recreational travel trailers, tent
trailers, camper vans, motor homes, camper pick-up and similar transportable accommodation
but not a mobile home or a park model trailer.
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TRAILER, RECREATIONAL SALES AND SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT, means the use of land, buildings
or structures or parts thereof for the display and sale of recreational trailers, seasonal
recreational travel trailers, tent trailers, camper vans, camper pick-ups and motor homes, and
includes the servicing and repair of such trailers.
TRAILER, SEASONAL RECREATIONAL TRAVEL, means a structure built on a single chassis
mounted on wheels designed to facilitate relocation from time to time and used primarily as
living quarters for seasonal camping and connected to utilities necessary for the operation of
installed fixtures and appliances.
TRAILER, TRACTOR/TRANSPORT TRUCK, means a motor vehicle consisting of a self-propelled
cab and which may have temporarily attached thereto a trailer consisting of one or more axles
designed to be pulled by the cab for the purpose of carrying goods or materials. This does not
include a commercial motor vehicle as defined herein.
TRAILER, TRANSPORT means any vehicle so constructed that it is suitable for being attached to
a motor vehicle and capable of being used for transporting goods, materials, equipment or
livestock notwithstanding that such vehicle is jacked up or that its running gear is removed.
TRANSPORT ESTABLISHMENT, means the use of land, buildings, structures or parts thereof,
where commercially licensed tractor trailers/transport trucks and buses are rented, leased,
loaded or unloaded, serviced or repaired, kept for hire, stored or parked for dispatching as
common carriers or where goods are temporarily stored for further shipment.
TRANSPORT TRUCK AND TRAILER SALES AND RENTAL, means the use of land, buildings, or
structures in which commercial motor vehicles and/or transport trucks/tractors and/or trailers
are offered or kept for sale, rent, lease or hire directly from said lot.
TRANSPORT TERMINAL, means a building or structure used for a cross-dock facility in which
there is no storage or warehousing of products, goods and materials.
U-BREW ESTABLISHMENT, means a building or part thereof used for the sale of ingredients
and/or kits for beer, cider and wine making and includes the brewing and bottling of the same by
the public on the premises.
USE, means the purpose for which a lot, building or structure, or any combination thereof, is
designed, arranged, intended, occupied, or maintained and "uses" shall have a corresponding
meaning. "Use" when used as a verb, or "to use" shall have a corresponding meaning.
WAREHOUSE, means a building or part thereof used for packaging, storage and distribution of
goods, wares, merchandise, foodstuff, substances or articles and may include wholesale outlet
but does not include a mini-storage establishment or transport establishment.
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WATERCOURSE, means the natural or altered channel for a stream or water body and for the
purpose of this By-law, includes the channel for intermittent streams. Isolated farm or
recreational ponds, without an inlet or outlet stream, are excluded from this definition.
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY, means a building or structure approved by the Ministry of the
Environment, where water is treated for human consumption and use, and includes a water
pumping station.
WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREA, means an area that is related to a wellhead and within which it
is desirable to regulate or monitor drinking water threats (Ontario Regulation 287/07).
WHOLESALE OUTLET, means a building, structure or part thereof used for the storage,
distribution and sale of goods, wares, articles or merchandise to other wholesalers, retailers,
industrial, institutional or professional users.
YARD, means a space appurtenant/adjacent to a building, structure or excavation, located on the
same lot as the building, structure or excavation, and which space is open, uncovered and
unoccupied from the ground to the sky except for such accessory buildings, structures, or uses
or yard encroachments as are specifically permitted elsewhere in this By-law.
FRONT, means a yard extending from side lot line to side lot line between the front lot
line of the lot and to the nearest main wall of any building or structure (existing or
proposed) on the lot.
REAR, means a yard extending from side lot line to side lot line between the rear lot line
(or apex of the side lot lines) to the nearest main wall of any building or structure (existing
or proposed) on the lot.
REQUIRED, means a yard having the minimum building setback as required by the zone
provisions of this By-law. A required side yard shall extend from the required front yard
to the required rear yard.
SIDE, means a yard extending from the front yard to the rear yard and from the side lot
line of the lot to the nearest main wall of any building or structure (existing or proposed)
on the lot.
i)
EXTERIOR, means a side yard immediately adjoining a street.
ii)
INTERIOR, means a side yard other than an exterior side yard.
ZONE, means an area delineated on the Zoning Maps included in this By-law designated for a
specific use and regulated by the specific zone provisions of this By-law.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR, means the officer(s) or employee(s) of the municipality charged with
the duty of administering and enforcing this By-law.
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SECTION 6 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
The provisions of this Section shall apply to all zones except as otherwise indicated in this By-law.
6.1
ACCESSORY USES
6.1.1 USE
Where this By-law provides that a lot may be used or a building or structure may
be constructed, altered or used for a purpose, that purpose may include any
accessory building or structure or accessory use, but shall not include:
a)
Any occupation for gain or profit conducted within a residential zone,
except as may be permitted by this By-law;
b)
An accessory dwelling unit, except as may be specifically permitted by this
By-law.
6.1.2 LOCATION
a)
Any accessory building or structure excluding a private sewage treatment
system which is not an integral part of the main building shall not be
located in a required front yard and shall comply with all other yard
requirements of the zone in which such building or structure is situated.
b)
In any R1A, R1B, R1C, R2, or R3 Zone or any other zone in the urban areas
of Clifford, Harriston and Palmerston, all accessory buildings and
structures shall be located in a rear yard or interior side yard provided it is
not closer than 1.0 m (3.3 ft) to the interior or the rear lot line.
c)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1.2 b), on ER Zone or any other zone in the rural
area outside of the urban areas of Clifford, Harriston and Palmerston or a
lot subject to the reduced lot regulations of subsection 8.5, all accessory
buildings and structures shall not be located in a required front or required
exterior side yard and shall not be located closer than 3.0 m (9.8 ft) to the
rear or interior lot line.
d)
Where an accessory building or structure is on a corner lot, the regulations
specified in Section 6.7 and Section 6.37 (f) of this By-law shall apply.
e)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1.2 (a), (b) or (c), where a property is adjacent
to a provincial highway, any setback regulations of the Ministry of
Transportation shall prevail.
6.1.3 HEIGHT
a)
In any residential zone and in the C1- Central Commercial Zone, the height
of an accessory use, building or structure shall not exceed 4.5m (14.8ft).
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b)
On a lot subject to the reduced lot regulations of subsection 8.5, the
maximum height of an accessory use, building or structure shall not exceed
6.7 m (22 ft). The above provisions shall not apply to agricultural buildings
such as but not limited to silos, grain bins and corn cribs as permitted in
Section 8.1 and further defined in Section 6.4.
6.1.4 LOT COVERAGE
a)
The combined total lot coverage of all accessory buildings and structures
on a lot shall not exceed 10% of the lot area, and this percentage of lot
coverage for accessory buildings and structures shall be included in and
contribute to the maximum lot coverage permitted in the individual zone
regulations.
b)
Provided the maximum lot coverage is not exceeded for an accessory
building or structure, the combined maximum ground floor area for all
accessory buildings or structures not including a hobby barn or home
industry in an R1A zone and a lot subject to the reduced lot regulations of
Section 8.5 shall not exceed 185.8 m² (2,000.0 ft²) ground floor area for
any lot 0.4 hectares (1.0 acres) or less in size. For each additional 0.4
hectares (1.0 acres) of lot area, an additional 41.8 m² (450 ft²) of ground
floor area may be added to the accessory building, to a maximum ground
floor area of 464.5 m² (5,000 ft²).
c)
The area of an outdoor swimming pool, open and unenclosed porches,
uncovered decks, balconies and steps shall not be calculated in
determining lot coverage.
6.1.5 ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ACCESSORY BUILDING OR USE
a)
No accessory building or accessory use shall be established on any lot or
site until the main building has commenced construction except as
permitted by the "Temporary Use" regulations set out in Section 6.32 of
this By-law, and as set out below.
b)
Notwithstanding Section 6.1.5 a), a tool shed, scaffold or other building or
structure incidental to construction on the lot where the construction is
permitted, may be established but only for so long as it is necessary for the
work in progress and until the work is completed or abandoned. For the
purposes of this section, "Abandoned" shall mean the failure to proceed
with construction within the time period required by the building permit.
c)
A tarped structure when used as an accessory structure, shall be required
to comply to Section 6.1 Accessory Uses.
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6.1.6 OPEN SWIMMING POOLS
Notwithstanding anything contained in this By-law to the contrary, a swimming
pool is a permitted accessory use within any residential and agricultural zone,
except within a Natural Environment Zone, subject to the following regulations:
a)
May be located in any interior side yard
b)
May be located in the rear yard, but not closer to any lot line than the
minimum distance required for an accessory building located on such lot;
c)
Facilities for changing clothes, pumping, filtering or similar accessory use
shall be in accordance with the regulations applicable to accessory
buildings on such lot.
Explanatory Note (Not Part of the By-law): The Town of Minto has a separate by-law
relating to swimming pools. You are encouraged to contact the Municipality to review
this regulation.
6.1.7 AIR CONDITIONERS, HEAT PUMPS, POOL PUMPS, FILTERS AND HEATERS
Air conditioners, heat pumps, filters and heaters are permitted in conjunction with
a permitted use provided:
a)
They are not located in the front yard
b)
They are located a minimum of 1 m from the interior side lot line and no
closer than the required exterior side yard for the main building, and;
c)
They are located no closer to a Residential Zone boundary than the
minimum setback required for main buildings in Non-Residential Zones
from Residential Zone boundaries.
6.2
BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT (B&B)
Within those zones where bed & breakfast establishments are permitted, such uses shall
be in accordance with the provisions for such zones and shall also comply with the
following regulations:
a)
No more than 2 guest rooms shall be provided within Class 1 B&B and no more
than 5 guest rooms shall be provided in a Class 2 B& B.
b)
Any exterior stairways required for a B&B shall be located in a side or rear yard;
and
c)
All new B&B establishments shall comply with the requirements of this Zoning By-
law, including the regulations of Section 6.29 - Additional Dwelling Unit, other
local by-laws, and any applicable provincial regulations such as the Ontario
Building Code and Fire Code, as amended.
6.3
BUFFER AREA
Where a lot is within a Commercial or Industrial zone and the interior side and/or rear lot
line, or portion thereof abuts any Residential, Institutional Zone or Open Space Zone or
where a lot is within the R3-Residential Zone and the interior side and/or rear lot line or
portion thereof abuts any residential zone except another R3 zone, then a buffer area
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shall be provided on the R3-Residential, on the commercial or industrial lot, in accordance
with the following provisions.
a)
Have a minimum width throughout of not less than 1.5 m (5.0 ft) and shall be in
addition to any other yard requirement.
b)
Consist of a planting strip maintained at an ultimate height of not less than 1.8m
(5.9 ft) immediately adjacent to the lot line or portion thereof along which the
Buffer Area is required other than along a street line.
c)
Be kept free of parking spaces, buildings or structures except for a legal boundary
partition and used only for the placement of trees, shrubs, similar vegetation,
fencing and landscaping features.
d)
Be landscaped and maintained by the owner of land on which such buffer area is
required.
e)
Notwithstanding the above and subject to site plan approval, a solid fence, wall,
or other landscaping feature of equivalent height may be considered in place of a
continuous planting strip. When considering such an alternative buffer, regard
shall be given to the location, height, materials, finishing and porosity of the wall
or fence, as well as the site's characteristics.
6.4
BUILDING HEIGHT EXCEPTIONS
The maximum height regulations of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the construction
and/or use of an ornamental dome, church spire, a belfry, cupola, steeple, a flag pole, a
clock tower, a chimney, storage silos, livestock facility including a hobby barn, grain
elevator, a water storage tank, an air conditioner duct, an elevator penthouse, a solar
collector, or an electric or communication tower, antenna, ventilator, windmill or similar
device.
6.5
KENNELS
As per Section 6.35.2 of this By-law, a kennel is a restricted use in all zones within the
Town of Minto. Kennels are prohibited uses unless specifically permitted by an
amendment to this By-law. Where specifically permitted by an amendment to this By-
law, no land, building or structure shall be used for a kennel, unless the land, building and
structure is in compliance with the approved Keeping of Dogs and Dog Kennels By-law.
Explanatory Note (Not Part of the By-law): The Town of Minto has a separate by-law
regulating kennels. You are encouraged to contact the municipality to review this
regulation.
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6.6
COMMON AMENITY AREA
Where this By-law requires the establishment of a common amenity area, such an area
shall be provided within the boundaries of the development and in accordance with the
following provisions:
a)
An amenity area is an area comprised of common space designed for active or
passive recreational use and may include patios, swimming pools, play areas and
open landscaped areas;
b)
The minimum amenity area required shall be an aggregated amount not less than
9.3 m2 (100.1 ft2) per dwelling unit for each unit up to 10. For each additional unit,
not less than 4.6 m2 (49.5 ft2) of amenity area shall also be provided;
c)
Amenity areas shall be designed and located so that the length does not exceed
four (4) times the width;
d)
Amenity areas shall have direct access to/from the residential use; and
e)
Amenity areas may be located within any yard other than a required front yard.
6.7
DAY LIGHTING (SIGHT) TRIANGLE
a)
On a corner lot, the triangular space formed by the street lines and a line drawn
from a point on one street line to a point on the other street line, which is
determined by a point measuring 7.5 m (24.6 ft) along the street line from the
point of intersection of the said street lines.
b)
Where the two street lines do not intersect at a point, the point of intersection of
the street lines shall be deemed to be the intersection of the projection of the
street lines or the tangents to the street lines.
c)
The provisions of this section shall also apply to land which abuts one or more
unopened streets or lanes.
d)
Within any sight-line triangle, the following uses shall be prohibited:
i)
a building or structure;
ii)
a fence, wall, hedge, bush or any other obstruction that impedes vision
above a height of 0.8m (2.6ft) above the centerline grade of the street or
streets abutting a sight triangle.
iii)
Any portion of a loading or parking space.
e)
The provisions of this Section shall not apply to land zoned Central C1 Commercial.
6.8
DEVELOPMENT ON FULL SERVICES
a)
No development of any kind within the urban areas of Clifford, Harriston, and
Palmerston, shall be permitted within any zone, except as outlined in 6.8 b), unless
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serviced by municipal sewage collection facilities and municipal water supply,
except that this provision shall not apply to any public use or utility which by its
nature does not require such services.
b)
Notwithstanding the above, existing lots zoned Unserviced Residential Zone (R1A)
and Future Development (FD), within the urban areas of Clifford, Harriston, and
Palmerston, may be serviced by private sewage treatment facility and private
water supply subject to the approval of the municipality.
c)
No new private wells shall be installed, to serve as a primary or an accessory water
source, on any lands where a municipal water distribution system is available
within a road allowance, or otherwise, abutting the property.
6.9
EXTERNAL LIGHTING
Lighting fixtures providing exterior illumination shall be so arranged as to direct light to
the building face, parking area or vicinity of site. Such fixtures shall not cast glare onto
adjacent properties nor onto nearby streets.
6.10 FRONTAGE ON STREET
Unless specifically permitted by this By-law, no lot shall be created and no person shall
use any land, building or structure, and no person shall construct any building or structure
on a lot unless said lot fronts or abuts a public street or unless said lot abuts a reserve
which on the opposite side is a street and that said lot has legal access to the street.
6.11 GARBAGE STORAGE AREAS
Where this By-law requires a garbage storage area, such an area shall be provided in
accordance with the following provisions:
a)
No garbage or refuse shall be stored on any lot in any zone except within the main
building; or
ii)
any accessory building or structure on such lot; or
iii)
in a container in the side yard or rear yard of such lot
b)
All garbage or refuse storage areas, including any garbage loading or unloading
areas, which are visible from an adjoining site in a residential, commercial, institu-
tional or open space zone, or from a public street, shall have a visual screen
consisting of a fence in accordance with the Town of Minto fence by-law, as
amended;
Explanatory Note (Not Part of the By-law): The Town of Minto has a separate by-
law regulating fences. You are encouraged to contact the municipality to review
the regulations.
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c)
All dumpsters or garbage containers shall be regulated in the same manner as an
accessory building or structure in the zone in which it is located.
6.12 GARDEN SUITES
A garden suite may be permitted within the Agricultural Zone, R1A, R1B, R1C, R2 and ER
Zones where single detached residential dwelling units are permitted and pursuant to
Section 39 of the Planning Act (Temporary Use Regulation). Upon successfully receiving a
temporary use rezoning from the municipality, the establishment of a garden suite shall
be subject to the following regulations:
a)
Only one garden suite may be established per lot on which a single-detached
residential dwelling unit exists. Where a lot already contains a singled detached
residential dwelling unit and an Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached) as defined
in the By-law, a garden suite shall not be permitted;
b)
Garden suites in a Residential Zone shall be located in either a side yard or rear
yard, and located behind or even with the front wall of the single-detached
residential dwelling unit. A minimum interior side and rear yard of 1.5m (5.0ft)
and a minimum exterior side yard of 7.6 m (24.9 ft) is required;
c)
Garden suites in an Agricultural (A) Zone shall follow the regulations and
provisions that apply to the establishment of Second Residential Dwelling as
specified in Section 8.4.3 of this By-law;
d)
Driveway access to both the main residence and the garden suite shall be limited
to one so that no new entrance from the street shall be created;
e)
The maximum floor area of a garden suite shall be 92.9 m2 (1,000.0 ft2);
f)
The maximum height of a garden suite shall be one storey or 4.5m (14.8 ft)
whichever is less;
g)
No garden suite shall be located closer than 3.0m (9.8 ft) to the main residence on
the lot;
h)
All garden suites shall be constructed upon suitable foundation, caissons or piers;
i)
All garden suites shall be connected to municipal water and sewage disposal
systems;
j)
Notwithstanding the above, garden suites may be serviced with a private sewage
treatment system and well in the Agricultural Zone, ER Zone and R1A Zone subject
to the minimum lot area requirements of the specific zone and the approval of the
municipality for the proposed servicing;
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k)
All garden suites shall be of a portable, pre-fabricated or modular nature and shall
not include a mobile home;
l)
In addition to Section 6.12 k), mobile homes may be used as garden suites in the
Agricultural Zone (A) subject to the requirements of Sections 8.2 and 8.5 of this
By-law as applicable;
m)
Pursuant to Section 39 of the Planning Act, Council may require a development
agreement with the owner of the Garden Suite to deal with, among other things,
the installation, maintenance and removal of the unit, the period of occupancy,
the deposit of a performance bond or security, and rehabilitation of the site to its
pre-garden suite condition.
6.13 GROUP HOMES
PERMITTED GROUP HOMES
Group homes, as defined by this By-law, are a permitted use within the Mixed Use Zone
in accordance with the applicable regulations of that Zone and subject to the following
provisions:
a)
A group home shall only be permitted within a single detached
residential
dwelling as defined herein.
b)
No group home shall be permitted within 1,000.0 m (3,300 ft) of another group
home. Such distance shall be determined by measuring from lot line to lot line in
a radius equal to the required separation distance;
c)
Each group home shall maintain a minimum of 23.2 m2 (250 ft2) of floor area per
resident; further each group home shall have no less than three residents and no
more than six residents, exclusive of supervisory staff;
d)
Each group home shall maintain a minimum of one off-street parking space per
three beds provided, but not less than two parking spaces per group home; and
e)
Each group home shall comply with all other applicable regulations of this by-law.
6.14 HOME INDUSTRY REGULATIONS
Home industries, where listed as a permitted use, are subject to the following regulations:
a)
It is secondary to the main use on a lot greater than 10.1 ha (25 ac) and does not
create a traffic hazard or nuisance;
b)
It may include such uses as a carpentry shop, a welding shop, a machine shop,
furniture fabrication, assembly, and repair; a tool and repair shop, and a small
engine repair shop but shall not include auto body repairs or automobile sales,
service and repair; automotive washing establishment, the sale of gas, a
contractor's yard, or a salvage, wrecking or recycling facility;
c)
There is no outside storage of materials, containers, or finished products;
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d)
The maximum square footage of any or all buildings or structures used for a home
industry shall not exceed 232.25 m2 (2,500.0 ft2) of floor area, which shall include
but is not limited to: generator room, lunchroom, office, mechanical room,
basement area and inside storage area;
e)
Not more than two (2) employees who are not permanent residents on the
property shall be engaged in the Home Industry;
f)
There shall be no advertising other than a non-illuminating sign, which has a
maximum size of 1.0 m2 (10.8 ft2);
g)
No building or structure used for a home industry shall be located within 22.8 m
(74.8 ft) of a lot line, nor within 121.9 m (400.0 ft) of a lot line of a vacant lot (less
than 4.1 ha (10 ac) in size) or within 121.9 m (400.0 ft) of a residence on a separate
lot;
h)
The use of the premises in connection with such home industry shall in no way be
offensive, obnoxious or dangerous to the neighbours or the area by reason of: the
emission of light, heat, fumes, noise, vibration, gas, dust, smoke, fire, odour, air or
water borne waste or pollution; interference with radio or television; or, the
significant increase in vehicle traffic due to frequency of deliveries by commercial
carriers or patron parking.
6.15 HOME OCCUPATIONS
Home Occupations, where listed as a permitted use, are subject to the following
regulations:
a)
A home occupation shall be clearly incidental and secondary to the main
residential use to which it is accessory. No exterior alterations of the dwelling unit
shall be permitted in connection with such occupation which will change the
character of the residential building or premises.
b)
The use of the premises in connection with such home occupation shall in no way
be offensive, obnoxious or dangerous to the neighbours or the area by reason of:
the emission of light, heat, fumes, noise, vibration, gas, dust, smoke, fire, odour,
air or water borne waste or pollution; interference with radio or television; or, the
significant increase in vehicle traffic due to frequency of deliveries by commercial
carriers or patron parking.
c)
There shall be no machinery or mechanical equipment of any kind used on the
premises in connection with such home occupation, except what is customarily
used for household, office purposes or occupations listed under Subsection 5.118.
d)
A home occupation shall be for the exclusive use of the householder. No
employees shall be permitted.
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e)
No more than twenty-five percent (25%) of the ground floor or basement area of
a residence may be used for the home occupation.
f)
There shall be no outdoor storage of goods or materials in support of such home
occupation.
g)
In all Residential Zones, there shall be no advertising other than a plate or sign
which has a maximum size 0.2 m2 (2.0 ft2) and which is attached flat to the
residential dwelling.
h)
In the Agricultural (A) and Estate Residential (ER) Zones, there shall be no
advertising other than a non-illuminating sign, which has a maximum size of 1.0
m2 (10.8 ft2).
i)
There shall be no external display of goods, materials, wares or merchandise
visible from the street.
j)
There shall be no retail sale of any goods or items other than those constructed,
assembled, produced, created and finished in conjunction with the home
occupation.
6.16 LOADING REGULATIONS
Where required by this By-law, the owner or occupant of any lot, building or structure
used or constructed for any purpose involving the receiving, shipping, loading and
unloading of goods, wares, merchandise or raw materials, shall provide and maintain on
the same lot as occupied, not on a street or lane, and within the zone in which such use
is located, space for the standing, loading or unloading of vehicles in accordance with the
following regulations:
a)
A loading space shall be 15.2 m (49.9 ft) long, 3.6 m (11.8 ft) wide and have a
minimum vertical clearance of 4.3 m (14.1 ft).
b)
All loading spaces shall be so arranged as to avoid interference with the movement
of traffic on public streets. No loading spaces shall occupy any required front or
required exterior side yard, any required daylighting (sight) triangle, nor be
situated upon any street, lane or required parking space.
c)
All loading spaces and driveways providing access thereto, shall be constructed of
a stable surface and treated to prevent erosion and the escape of dust and loose
particles. Surface cover may consist of asphalt, approved granular material, paving
brick, concrete or similar hard-surfaced materials.
d)
All loading spaces and driveways, shall be graded and drained so as to prevent the
pooling of surface water on them or the flow of surface water onto adjacent lots.
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e)
Each loading space shall be provided with one or more unobstructed driveways of
not less than 3.5 m (11.5 ft) in width. Such driveway shall be contained within the
lot on which the spaces are located and are accessible from a street or lane. No
part of such driveway shall be used for the parking or temporary storage of
commercial or motor vehicles.
f)
Off-street loading space(s) shall be provided and maintained in accordance with
the following schedule:
Table No. 1 - Loading Space Requirements
INDUSTRIAL ZONES
MINIMUM SPACE REQUIRED
0 to 464.5 m2 (5,000 ft2)
0 space
464.5 m2 (5,000 ft2) to
2,322.5 m2 (25,000 ft2)
1 space
2,322.5 m2 (25,000 ft2) to 10,000 m2
(107,643 ft2)
2 spaces
Each additional 10,000 m2 (107,643 ft2) or
portion thereof in excess of 10,000 m2
(107,643 ft2)
1 additional space
COMMERCIAL ZONES
MINIMUM SPACES REQUIRED
0 to 185.8 m2 (2,000 ft2)
0 space
185.8 m2 to 929.0 m2 (10,000 ft2)
1 space
Each additional 929.0 m2 (10,000 ft2) or
portion thereof
1 additional space
g)
Notwithstanding the loading space regulations herein, any use, building or
structure that was lawfully established prior to the passing of this By-law, shall not
be subject to the above provisions so long as the floor area as existing at such date
is not increased. Any subsequent alteration to the building or structure, which
increases the floor area, shall necessitate the number of loading spaces that is
required for such addition or change in use, only.
h)
Unless otherwise provided in this By-law, the Loading Regulations of this Section
do not apply to land within the Central Commercial (C1) ZONE.
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6.17 MINIMUM DISTANCE SEPARATION - MDS I AND II
6.17.1 MDS I - NEW NON-FARM USES
Notwithstanding any other yard or setback provisions of this By-law to the
contrary, no residential, institutional, commercial, industrial or recreational use,
located on a separate lot and permitted within the A Zone or any other zone in
which agricultural uses are permitted, shall be erected or altered unless it
complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS I), as amended time to
time by the Province of Ontario. The above provisions shall not apply to lots
existing as of the date of the passing of this By-law, which are less than 4 hectares
(9.9 acres), in area.
6.17.2 MDS II - NEW OR EXPANDING LIVESTOCK FACILITIES AND MANURE STORAGE
FACILITIES
Notwithstanding any other yard or setback provisions of this By-law to the
contrary, no livestock facility or manure storage facility shall be erected or
expanded unless it complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS II), as
amended, time to time by the Province of Ontario.
6.18 MOBILE HOMES
The use of a mobile home for the purposes of residential, business, industrial or
institutional, either temporarily or permanently, is prohibited within the municipality
unless "mobile home" is listed as a permitted use within a particular zone of this By-law.
The following regulations will then apply to the construction of a mobile home.
a)
The construction of all mobile homes shall meet the Ontario Building Code
requirements;
b)
Shall be connected to an adequate sewage treatment system and to an adequate
potable water supply; and
c)
Meet all other regulations of the zone within which the mobile home is permitted.
6.19 MORE THAN ONE USE PERMITTED
Where a lot is divided into two or more zones, buildings and structures may be
constructed and used thereon provided the separate zone requirements are satisfied for
each use. Where the lot is partially within the Agricultural Zone and partially within the
Natural Environment Zone that portion of the lot within the Natural Environment Zone
may be used in calculating the total lot area, lot frontage and yard setbacks provided the
land outside of the Natural Environment Zone meets the requirements for a private
sewage treatment system.
6.20 NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND MUNICIPAL DRAIN SETBACKS
6.20.1 Natural Environment Zone Setbacks
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a)
No building or structure, including a private sewage treatment system and
any associated tile weeping bed, shall be constructed closer than 30.0 m
(98.4 ft) from the limit of a Natural Environment NE zone.
b)
Notwithstanding the required setbacks in subsection (a) above:
i)
Accessory buildings/structures to existing residential dwellings,
enlargements of existing buildings/structures and reconstruction
of
existing
buildings/structures
including
environmental
improvements to manure storage facilities associated with an
existing livestock facility but not a hobby barn are permitted
provided that a setback of 3.0 m (9.8 ft) from the NE zone boundary
is maintained.
ii)
Where a vacant building lot was existing on the date of passage of
this By-law, a building permit may be issued for permitted buildings
or structures except for new agricultural buildings and structures
provided:
-
that there is no other suitable location on the lot outside of
the 30.0 m (98.4 ft) setback and
-
that a setback of at least 3.0m (9.8 ft) from the NE zone
boundary is maintained.
c)
Interpretation of the limits of the NE zone boundaries is governed by
regulations contained in Section 2.6 of this By-law. The location of the
30.0m (98.4 ft) NE "setback" boundaries shall be adjusted accordingly in
the event that the NE "zone" boundary is reinterpreted.
6.20.2 Municipal Drain Setback
a)
No building or structure shall be constructed closer than 30.0 m (98.4 ft)
from the edge of an opened municipal drain or 15.0 m (49.2 ft) from the
edge of an enclosed municipal drain.
b)
Notwithstanding this section, in the case of a vacant building lot existing
on the date of passage of this By-law, no building or structure shall be
constructed closer than 15.0 m (49.2 ft) from the edge of an opened
municipal drain.
c)
No building or structure shall be constructed closer than 15m (49.2 ft) to
the top of the bank of any watercourse that is not situated within the
Natural Environment Zone.
d)
Notwithstanding this section, improvements to manure storage facilities,
associated with an existing livestock facility (excluding a hobby barn), that
result in a net water quality improvement in the drain are permitted,
provided that a setback of 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) from the drain is maintained.
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Explanatory Note (Not Part of this By-law): Property owners are strongly
encouraged to consult with the Conservation Authority having jurisdiction in the
area in order to determine the most appropriate location for development.
6.21 NON-CONFORMING USES
a)
This by-law shall not apply to prevent the use of any land, building or structure for
any purpose prohibited by this By-law if such land, building or structure was
lawfully used for such purpose on the day of the passing of this By-law, so long as
it continues to be used for that purpose.
b)
This by-law shall not apply to prevent the construction or use of any building or
structure for a purpose prohibited by this By-law, the plans for which have prior
to the date of the passing of this By-law been approved by the Chief Building
Official, so long as a building permit has been issued under Section 8 of the
Building Code Act (and not revoked under Section 8(10) of the Act) and the build-
ing or structure when constructed is used and continues to be used for the purp-
ose for which it was constructed.
c)
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the strengthening or restoration of a non-
conforming building or structure to a safe condition so long as the strengthening
or restoration does not alter the height, area, size or volume of the building or
structure or change its use to other than a conforming one.
d)
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent a non-conforming building or structure, which
is partially or fully destroyed by fire, flood or Act of God from being restored or
reconstructed provided yard depths, height, area, size or volume of the building
or structure as it existed at the time prior to the destruction are maintained or
compliance with the regulations of the Zone in which the building or
structure is
located is not further reduced.
e)
Where, for any reason, a non-conforming use has ceased and is not resumed
within a twelve (12) month period from the date of ceasing, such non-conforming
use shall not be permitted to resume and any future use of land, building or
structure shall thereafter conform to the permitted uses of the zone relating to
the subject land.
6.22 NON-COMPLYING USES
a)
Where a use, building or structure has been lawfully established prior to the
passing of this By-law, and the use, building or structure is permitted in the Zone
in which such use, building or structure is located, but the use, building or
structure does not comply with some or all of the specific zone regulations of that
Zone such as lot area and frontage and yard setbacks, or any other applicable
regulations of this By-law, then nothing in this By-law shall prevent such a non-
complying use, building or structure from being enlarged, extended (either
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vertically or horizontally), reconstructed, repaired or renovated provided that the
enlargement, extension, reconstruction, repair or renovation does not further
reduce the compliance of the use, building or structure with any provision of this
By-law.
b)
Where an existing building or structure is non-complying under the provisions of
Section 6.22, and where the lot containing such building or structure is the subject
of a rezoning or consent application, the provisions of Section 6.22 shall continue
to apply such that said building or structure shall be deemed to comply with any
applicable zoning provisions resulting from such rezoning or severance provided
said rezoning or consent does not further reduce the non-compliance of the use,
building or structure with any provision of said by-law. The provisions of this
Section shall not exempt a new use from providing the required number of parking
spaces or from satisfying the sight triangle requirements of Section 6.7.
c)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, within a residential Zone
in the urban centres of Clifford, Harriston, Minto and Palmerston, on any vacant
lot between two lots which already contain residential dwellings, and further that
the existing residential dwellings are situated between the street line and the
required front yard setback as established in this By-law, a new residential
dwelling may be constructed on the vacant lot and the front wall of the new
residential dwelling shall have a front yard setback the same as the existing
residential dwelling having the front yard setback or building line closest to that
required by the applicable zone of this By-law.
d)
Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, where an existing
residential dwelling encroaches into the required front or exterior yard setback as
established in this By-law, additions to the existing building may be permitted to
the line of occupation, subject to all other applicable regulations of this By-law.
6.23 NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLANS
No livestock operation or manure storage facility shall be established or enlarged until a
nutrient management plan is completed where required by the Nutrient Management
By-law or relevant legislation.
6.24 ONE MAIN BUILDING PER LOT
No more than one main building shall be constructed on a lot except for the following:
a)
Permitted buildings within a commercial, institutional, or industrial zone; and,
b)
Cluster of Townhouses or Apartment dwellings located within the R3-Residential
zone.
c)
Agricultural buildings permitted in an A-Agricultural Zone.
d)
Model homes at a ratio of two model homes/hectare to a maximum of 4. A model
home agreement will be required.
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6.25 OUTDOOR DISPLAY AREAS
In a Highway Commercial Zone, Industrial Zone or Agricultural Commercial Zone, the
outdoor display of goods, materials and equipment, which is accessory to the main use of
the lot, shall be permitted in accordance with the following regulations:
a)
Shall not be located in any required yard nor within a required daylighting triangle.
b)
Not comprise more than 40% of the total lot area.
c)
Not obstruct or occupy any required parking area.
d)
Be constructed of a stable surface and treated to prevent erosion and the escape
of dust and loose particles. Surface cover may consist of asphalt, approved
granular material, paving brick, concrete or similar hard-surfaced material.
e)
Be graded and drained so as to prevent the pooling of surface water on them or
the flow of surface water onto adjacent lots.
6.26 OUTDOOR STORAGE AREAS
In a Highway Commercial Zone, Agricultural Commercial Zone, Industrial Zone, and Rural
Industrial Zone, the outdoor storage of goods, materials and equipment, which is
accessory to the main use of the lot, shall be permitted in accordance with the following
regulations:
a)
Such storage area shall not be located in any required yard,
b)
Such storage area shall not comprise more than 40% of the total lot area,
c)
Such storage area shall be visually screened from view from the street and from
any abutting land zoned or used for residential, institutional or open space by a
buffer area or strip in accordance with the applicable regulations of Section 6.3 of
this By-law.
d)
Shall not obstruct or occupy any required parking area.
6.27 PARKING REGULATIONS
No building or structure shall be erected, enlarged or used in any zone unless facilities are
provided for off-street parking in accordance with the following regulations:
6.27.1 Size of Parking Spaces
Parking Space Type
Minimum Dimensions
Width
Length
Angled
2.9 m (9.5 ft)
5.5 m (18 ft)
Parallel
2.7 m (8.8 ft)
6.5 m (21.3 ft)
Private
Garage
(excluding
parking
garages)
3 m (9.8 ft)
6 m (19.6 ft)
6.27.2 Access to Parking Spaces
Access to parking areas shall be provided from a street.
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All driveways and parking aisles shall have a minimum unobstructed width of 6 m
(19.6 ft) where two-way traffic is permitted and 3 m (9.8 ft) where one-way
direction of traffic flow is permitted, which is clearly indicated by signs, pavement
markings or both.
Notwithstanding the above, the minimum width required for any driveway
accessory to a single detached, semi-detached or street townhouse dwelling shall
be 2.5 metres.
6.27.3 Parking Surfaces
All parking spaces and areas shall be constructed of a stable surface and treated
to prevent erosion and the escape of dust and loose particles. Surface cover shall
consist of asphalt, concrete, approved granular material, paving brick, or similar
hard-surfaced materials.
All parking spaces and areas shall be graded and drained so as to prevent the
pooling of surface water on them or the flow of surface water onto adjacent lots.
All parking areas shall be provided with curbing, wheel stops, or other devices to
prevent motor vehicles from being parked or driven within required setback areas
or onto required landscaped areas.
6.27.4 Location of Parking Areas and Spaces
a)
All parking spaces within a residential zone shall be to the rear of the front
wall of the main building, except that a driveway leading directly from the
street to a required parking space may be used for the temporary parking
of motor vehicles.
b)
Unless otherwise prohibited by this By-law, parking may be permitted
within any required side yard or any required rear yard of a residential
zone.
c)
All parking spaces within a commercial, industrial or institutional zone may
also be located within a required front yard, and required exterior side
yard, except that no parking area and/or space shall be located within 1.5
m (4.9.0 ft) of a street line, or within 4.5 m (14.8 ft) of any lot or zone
containing a residential use.
6.27.5 Barrier Free Parking
Where the parking requirement for any land use is 4 or more spaces, barrier free
parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the following:
a)
A minimum width of 4.0 m (13.0 ft) and minimum length of 5.5 m (18 ft);
b)
Each space shall be hard-surfaced and level;
c)
Each space shall be located near and accessible to an entrance; and,
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d)
Each space shall be appropriately identified for its intended use by
persons with limited mobility or other disabilities, by a sign which is
clearly posted and visible at all times and which contains the
International Symbol of Accessibility. Such sign shall be posted in a visible
location other than on the parking surface.
The number of barrier free spaces shall be determined in accordance with Table
2 below.
Table # 2 - SPECIAL PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR BARRIER FREE PARKING SPACES
TOTAL REQUIRED PARKING SPACES
NUMBER OF SPACES THAT MUST BE
BARRIER FREE
4-25
1
26-50
3
51-75
4
76-100
6
101-150
8
151-200
10
201-300
13
301-400
15
401-500
17
501-1,000
20
Greater than 1,000
2% of total
Notwithstanding the above, two barrier free accessible parking spaces may be
shared between two spaces, with the following requirements:
i)
Each parking space shall have a minimum width of 2.4 m (7.8 ft);
ii)
Each two spaces shall have an adjacent/shared access aisle of 2 m (6.5 ft);
iii)
The access aisles shall be marked with high tonal contrast diagonal lines,
which discourage parking in them, where the surface is asphalt, concrete
or some other dust-free hard surface; and,
iv)
Each space shall be appropriately identified for its intended use by
persons with limited mobility or other disabilities, by a sign, which is
clearly posted, and visible at all times and which contains the
International Symbol of Accessibility. Such sign shall be posted in a visible
location other than on the parking surface.
6.27.6 Parking for More than One Use in a Building
Where a building or structure accommodates more than one type of use, the
parking space requirements for the whole building shall be the sum of the
requirements of the separate parts of the building so occupied.
6.27.7 Parking Requirements for the Central Commercial (C1) Zone
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The Parking Regulations of this Section do not apply to land within the CENTRAL
COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONE unless such land is used for a permitted residential use,
in which case off-street parking spaces shall be provided on-site in accordance
with the provisions herein.
6.27.8 Calculation of Parking Regulations
Where a part of a parking space is required in accordance with this By-Law for a
use listed in Table 3, such part shall be considered one parking space for the
purpose of calculating the total parking requirements for the said use.
In addition, where the number of parking spaces required in accordance with this
By-law is based upon the capacity of a building or structure, such capacity shall be
deemed to be the same as the maximum capacity for such building or structure
permitted by the Ontario Building Code, the Ontario Fire Code, or where
applicable, the Liquor Licensing Board of Ontario, whichever capacity is the lesser.
Where, on the date of passing of this By-law, a use of a lot does not comply with
number of parking spaces required by this section, this By-law shall not be
interpreted to require that the deficiency be made up prior to the construction of
any addition or change of use except that any additional parking spaces required
for the addition or change of use are provided in accordance with all provisions of
Section 6.27 of this By-law.
Table #3 - Number of Parking Spaces Required
TYPE OF USE
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES
RESIDENTIAL
Single Detached
1/residential dwelling unit
Semi/Duplex
1/residential dwelling unit
Triplex/Fourplex
1.5/residential dwelling unit
Accessory Dwellings:
Additional dwelling unit in a single-
detached, semi-detached or cluster
townhouse)
Additional Dwelling Unit in a street
townhouse
1/unit (1/parking space per unit and may
be tandem)
1.5/parking space per unit and may be
tandem
Apartment Dwellings
1.5/unit
Townhouses/Cluster
1 space per dwelling unit; plus 1 space for
each 2 dwelling units for visitors only
(also see Section 6.27.9 - tandem
parking)
Townhouses/Street
1/unit
Senior Citizens Apartments
1/residential dwelling unit
Bed & Breakfast
1/guest room + 1/proprietor
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Boarding/Rooming/Lodging
Establishments
1/building + 1/guest room
Group Home
1/3 beds
INSTITUTIONAL
Day Nursery
3/classroom
Elementary School
1/classroom plus the applicable parking
requirement for places of assembly
where the school includes an auditorium
or gymnasium
Secondary School
3/classroom plus the applicable parking
requirements for places of assembly
where the school includes an auditorium
or gymnasium
Nursing Home/ Rest Homes/ Home for
the Aged/ Hospital
1/4 beds + 1/4 employees
Places of Worship/churches
Greater of 1/5 person or 1/9.3 m² (1/100
ft²) G.F.A
INDUSTRIAL
Automotive Body/Repair
4/bay (minimum 6 spaces)
Industrial Use
1/90 m² (1/969 ft²) G.F.A a minimum of 5
spaces and a maximum of 3 visitor spaces
for the first 15m (49.2ft) of front wall of
the main building.
Industrial Mall
1/33 m2 (1/355 ft2) G.F.A
Warehouse
1/200 m2 (1/2153 ft2) G.F.A
Wholesale
1/80 m2 (1/861 ft2) G.F.A
Truck Terminal
1/50 m2 (1/538 ft2) G.F.A
COMMERCIAL
Automotive Sales
1/46.5 m2 (1/501 ft2) G.F.A
Automotive Service Station
4/bay (Min 6)
Automotive Car wash manual
2 spaces; plus 2 spaces for each bay and
all spaces shall be in line
Automotive Car wash automatic
6 waiting spaces in line
Automotive Gas Bar
1/fuel pump island + 1/18 m² (1/194 ft²)
of Retail Commercial/Food GFA
Billiards Parlours
1/table
Bowling Alleys
3/lane
Commercial Schools/Studios, Trade
School
1/20 m2 (1/215 ft2) G.F.A
Dry cleaning/Depot
1/ 33 m2 (1/355 ft2) G.F.A
Funeral Homes
1/5 seats or 1/10 m2 (1/108 ft2) G.F.A
as place of assembly
Hotel/Motel/Motor Hotel
1.5/guest room
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Medical Clinic/ Veterinary Clinic
4/practitioner/Min 6 spaces
Offices
- Banks/Financial
- Business/Professional
- 1/15 m2 (1/162 ft2) G.F.A
- 1/28 m2 (1/301 ft2) G.F.A
Post Offices/Museums/Art Gallery/Library 1/27.9 m2 (1/300 ft2) G.F.A
Recreational Uses (Active)
1/9.3 m2 (1/100 ft2) G.F.A
Restaurant/Tavern
- Dining 1/4 person capacity
- Drive-in/Drive-Thru
Minimum 5 spaces + 1/4 person
capacity
- Take- out (no seating capacity)
Minimum 5 spaces or 1/20.0 m2 (215
ft2) of GFA
- Tavern/Bar 1/4 person capacity
Retail Commercial
1/18m2 (1/194 ft2)
Retail Food
1/18m2 (1/194 ft2)
Retail Sales/Service
- Furniture/appliance 1/33 m2 (1/355
ft2) G.F.A
- Audio/Electronic 1/20.0 m2 (1/215 ft2)
G.F.A
Retail Lumber/ Building Supply
- Retail floor area 1/ 27.9 m2 (1/300 ft2)
- Interior warehouse 1/50 m2 (1/538 ft2)
Theaters
1/5 seats or 1/10 m2 (1/108 ft2) G.F.A
All other commercial uses
- Plaza 1/20.0 m2 (1/215 ft2) G.F.A
- Uses not Retail 1/28 m2 (1/302 ft2)
G.F.A
- All others 1/46.5 m2 (1/501 ft2) G.F.A
6.27.9 Tandem Parking
Notwithstanding Section 6.27.2, every four tandem parking spaces located in a
cluster townhouse development in R3 zone shall be deemed to equal one visitor
parking space required by this by this by-law, provided that there must be a
minimum of 1 visitor parking space for each 4 dwelling units and such spaces
shall be identified as being reserved for the exclusive use of such visitors.
6.28 PARKING/STORAGE OF COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IN A
RESIDENTIAL ZONE
a)
Within any Residential Zone, no person shall use any lot, building or structure for
the parking or storing or a commercial motor vehicle unless he is the owner or
occupant of such lot building or structure in which case one commercial motor
vehicle which does not exceed 2721.6 kilograms (6000 lbs.) gross vehicle weight
may be parked or stored on a lot.
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b)
Within any Residential Zone, the parking or storing of a tractor trailer/transport
truck is prohibited.
c)
Within the Agricultural Zone, a maximum of two school buses, which are operable
and licensed may be parked or stored on any lot.
d)
No person shall, within any Residential Zone, use any lot for the parking or storage
of a motor home, boat, travel trailer, tent trailer, snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle,
unmounted truck camper, or accessory trailer except in accordance with the
following:
i)
The owner or occupant of any lot or building shall not store or park more
than three of the vehicles listed above;
ii)
The storing or parking of vehicles listed above shall only be permitted in a
carport or driveway but not in a required front yard or exterior side yard;
iii)
Notwithstanding the provisions of 6.28 d) i), the limitations imposed
therein shall not restrict the number of vehicles that are fully enclosed
within a garage or accessory building provided that such vehicles are
owned by the occupant of such lot.
6.29 RESIDENTIAL ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS (ADU)
6.29.1 Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, in any zone
where a single detached, semi-detached, cluster townhouse, or street townhouse
dwelling is a permitted use, an Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached) shall be
permitted as defined herein, subject to the following:
a)
One Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached) may be located in the same
building as a single detached, semi-detached, cluster townhouse, or street
townhouse;
b)
Each Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached) shall have a separate private
entrance;
c)
Each Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached) shall have a minimum floor area
of 50.0 m² (538.2 ft²)
d)
An Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached) in a single detached, semi-
detached, or cluster townhouse development shall have 1 parking space
that is provided and maintained for the sole use of the occupant of the
Additional Dwelling Unit. A parking space that is provided and maintained
for the sole use of the occupant of an Additional Dwelling Unit may be a
tandem parking space;
e)
An Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached) in a street townhouse development
shall have 1.5 parking spaces that are provided and maintained for the sole
use of the occupant of the Additional Dwelling Unit. A parking space that
is provided and maintained for the sole use of the occupant of an
Additional Dwelling Unit may be a tandem parking space;
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f)
Driveway access to both the main dwelling and the Additional Dwelling
Unit (Attached) shall be limited to one access so that no new entrance
from the street shall be created;
g)
Shall be permitted if the water and sewer service is capable of
accommodating and has the capacity available for the Additional
Dwelling Unit (Attached) subject to the satisfaction of the Town of Minto;
h)
An Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached) is not permitted in a second farm
dwelling as provided for in Section 8.4.
6.29.2 Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, in any zone
where a single detached, semi-detached, cluster townhouse, or street townhouse
dwelling is a permitted use, an Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached) shall be
permitted as defined herein, subject to the following:
a)
One Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached) may be located on the same lot
as a single detached, semi-detached dwelling unit, cluster townhouse
dwelling, or street townhouse dwelling;
b)
An Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached) shall not be severed from the lot
containing the single detached, semi-detached, cluster townhouse, or
street townhouse dwelling;
c)
An Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached) shall not be located in the required
front yard or required exterior side yard and is required to meet the
accessory structure provisions of Section 6.1;
d)
Each Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached) shall have a minimum floor area
of 50.0 m² (538.2 ft²);
e)
An Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached) shall have 1 parking space that is
provided and maintained for the sole use of the occupant of the Additional
Dwelling Unit (Detached);
f)
Driveway access to both the main dwelling and the Additional Dwelling
Unit (Detached) shall be limited to one access so that no new entrance
from the street shall be created;
g)
Shall be permitted if the water and sewer service is capable of
accommodating and has the capacity available for the Additional Dwelling
Unit (Detached) subject to the satisfaction of the Town of Minto;
h)
An Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached) for property subject to Section 8
of this By-law, not including lots subject to Section 8.5 - Reduced Lot
Regulations, shall not be located outside of the Farm Building Cluster and
shall be located with a 61.0 m (200.0 ft) radius of the main farm residence)
6.30 RESIDENTIAL SETBACKS FROM SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT
No new residential dwellings shall be constructed within 100.0 m (328.0 ft) of any sewage
treatment facility.
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6.31 STREET SETBACK STANDARDS
Where the regulations of a Zone include a requirement that the minimum yard of a lot or
parcel of land shall be a specific number of metres "plus any applicable distance as
specified in Section 6.31", such applicable distance shall be either:
a)
18.0 m (59.0 ft) for Provincial Highways, or
b)
15.0m (49.2 ft) for Wellington Roads, or
c)
10.0m (32.8 ft) for all Town of Minto Roads
And, this applicable distance shall be measured at right angles to the 84centerline of the
street abutting such yard and commencing from the 84centerline in the direction of the
applicable yard or such lot or parcel of land.
EXPLANATORY NOTE (Not Part of this By-law): Any development adjacent to a
Provincial Highway will be carried out in accordance with the setback and frontage
requirements along with access and building permit controls of the Ministry of
Transportation. Any proposed access to a Provincial Highway will be subject to the prior
approval of the Ministry of Transportation. Permits from the Ministry must be obtained
prior to any construction and/or grading being undertaken on the site.
6.32 TEMPORARY USES, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
a)
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the use of any land, or the construction or use
of any building, mobile home, or structure for a construction camp, work camp,
temporary accommodation, tool shed, scaffold or other building or structure
incidental to and necessary for construction work on the lot, but only for as long
as such use, building or structure is necessary for such construction work which
has not been finished or abandoned or for a period of one year, whichever is
lesser. The temporary use shall be subject to the retention of a valid Building
Permit.
b)
A temporary commercial use, building or structure within a commercial zone
which is established for the duration of less than six (6) months may be permitted
with the permission of Council. An agreement or license and a site plan with the
municipality may be required for the establishment of such temporary use,
building or structure.
c)
A temporary building or trailer for conducting sales of new dwelling units is
permitted in any Zone provided the sales building or trailer is located within a
development site. The sales building or trailer shall be setback 30 metres from the
lot line of any existing residential use abutting the development site and parking
areas associated with the sales building or trailer shall be setback 6 m from any
existing residential use abutting the development site.
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6.32.1 STORAGE TRAILERS, SEACANS AND SHIPPING CONTAINERS
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, no person
shall place any storage trailer, seacan or shipping container in any zone except in
accordance with the following provisions:
a)
For the use of storage, as accessory only, for a permitted commercial or
industrial use on lands zoned accordingly, or on agricultural zoned lands
greater than 10 hectares.
b)
Where permitted in a) above, no more than a total of three (3) storage
trailers, seacans or shipping containers, shall be permitted;
c)
Shall not be permitted to locate in any minimum required yard setbacks;
d)
Shall not be located in any required parking areas and in no case shall
encroach into any required minimum landscaped buffer or open space;
e)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this section to the contrary, a
storage trailer seacan or shipping container on a construction site in any
Zone being developed on a stand-alone basis or under a plan of subdivision
is permitted only for the purposes of storing equipment and materials
incidental to construction, subject to the following restrictions:
i)
Shall be subject to subsection c);
ii)
Not exceed six in number; and
iii)
Shall be removed from the site within 60 days of completing the
work;
f)
Shall not be placed in any zone for the purpose of display or advertising;
g)
Shall not be used for the purposes of screening or fencing;
h)
Must be in a condition free from rust, peeling paint and any other form of
visible deterioration;
i)
Shall be included in all calculations for the purpose of determining
maximum lot coverage; and
j)
Notwithstanding any other provision to the contrary a storage trailer,
seacan or shipping container shall not be used for the purpose of a
commercial storage facility or mini storage establishment, unless the
property is specifically zoned to permit that use.
6.33 UNDERSIZED LOTS
Where a lot having a lesser lot area or frontage or both than required under this By-law
is held in distinct and separate ownership from abutting lots as shown by the registered
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conveyance in the Registry or Lands Title Office at the date of the passing of this By-law,
or where such lot is created by expropriation, such lot may be used and a building or
structure may be constructed, altered or used on such undersized lot provided that all
other requirements of this By-law are met.
If, as a result of the legal widening of a street, a lot area is reduced so as to have the effect
of creating an undersized lot, or a required front or exterior yard setback is reduced, said
lot and any buildings or structures existing at the time of the legal widening shall be
deemed to comply with the affected regulations of said zone.
6.34 USES PERMITTED IN ALL ZONES
a)
The use of land for a street or a public railway, including any installations,
structures, appurtenant thereto.
b)
The use of any land for a public park, public playground, public walkway or as a
site for a public memorial or ornamental structure including, but not so as to limit
the generality of the foregoing, a statue, a monument, a cenotaph or a fountain.
c)
Nothing contained in this By-law shall prevent the Corporation, any telephone
company, any cable company, any natural gas company, any transportation
system owned or operated by or for the Corporation, any Department of the
Federal or County government, or Ministry of the Provincial Government, a local
hydro-electric service provider, any railway company and any local or County local
hydro-electric service provider, any railway company and any local or County
Board or Commission from the installation or maintenance of the following
utilities and services:
-
Water main, well, water tower, including any associated water treatment
facility
-
Sanitary sewer main, pumping station
-
Gas main and pipeline
-
Storm water management facility, storm sewer main
-
Lighting fixture, overhead or underground electrical services
-
Cable television, internet, telegraph and telephone lines (including those
of coaxial cable, twisted pair copper and fibre optics) and services
(including associated tower, transformer and telecommunications shelter)
-
Communication or cellular telephone towers and antennas
Together with any installations or structures appurtenant thereto. Where a
building is required for the above utilities and services, that building shall be
subject to Section 6.34 (d) below.
d)
Where such a public building or structure is located above ground in a Residential
Zone:
i)
No goods, materials or equipment shall be stored in the open. However,
an emergency generator required to provide continued services during
power outages is permitted, provided it is properly sound-proofed and in
compliance with items (ii) and (iii) below.
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ii)
The lot coverage and yard regulations prescribed for the zone in which the
use is situated shall be complied with.
iii)
Any building erected under the authority of this section shall not be used
for the purpose of an office and shall be designed and maintained in
general harmony with residential buildings of the type permitted in such
zone.
6.35 USES RESTRICTED IN ALL ZONES
6.35.1 Noxious Uses Prohibited
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, no use shall
be permitted anywhere within the municipality which, from its nature, materials
used therein or emissions issuing therefrom, is declared to be a noxious trade,
business or manufacture under The Health Protection and Promotion Act, as
amended.
6.35.2 Restricted Uses
The following uses are prohibited throughout the Town, either alone or in
conjunction with other uses, unless such use is specifically permitted in a zone or
by an amendment to this By-law:
- An abattoir, stockyard, livestock exchange, or dead stock depot;
- A track or course for the racing and/or testing of automobiles, motorcycles,
dirt bikes, snowmobiles or any other motorized vehicles;
- A video or amusement arcade;
- Land disposal of:
- Petroleum refining waste
- Hazardous waste, liquid industrial waste or processed liquid industrial
waste
- Liquid industrial waste
- Industrial waste or commercial waste
- Municipal waste
- A waste transfer station or a waste separating station;
- A food and/or meat processing facility;
- A salvage or wrecking and recycling facility;
- A mobile home used as a dwelling unit or for commercial use;
- A trailer or motor home used for human habitation other than for temporary
accommodation in a permitted trailer park or campground;
- The establishment of pits and quarries, asphalt plants or concrete plants;
- The boiling of blood, tripe, bones or soaps for commercial purposes;
- The extracting of oil from fish;
- The tanning or storage of uncured hides or skins;
- The manufacturing of glue or fertilizers from dead animals or from human or
animal waste.
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- The refining, storage or use in manufacturing of coal oil, rock oil, fuel, oil,
natural gas, propane, burning fluids, naphtha, benzol, benzene, gasoline,
dynamite, nitroglycerine, gun powder, petroleum or any other combustible,
inflammable, volatile or otherwise dangerous liquids, gasses or solid materials
except where specifically permitted hereby or in conjunction with a permitted
industrial use and unless such substances are protected by adequate
firefighting and fire prevention equipment and by such safety devices as are
generally employed in the handling of such substances and provided that such
substances are kept removed from adjacent uses to a distance which is
compatible with the potential danger involved, except that this provision shall
not apply to prevent the above ground storage of such substances by a farmer,
where such storage is incidental and accessory to an agricultural use, or the
use of natural gas, propane or fuel oil for domestic purposes, such as heating
and cooking, in conjunction with a residential use;
- Any use unable to obtain the approval from the Medical Officer of Health or
Ministry of the Environment and Energy, owing either to the quantity of water
required thereof or to the quality of effluent produced thereby;
- Any use which causes the emission of corrosive gasses, toxic gasses or
radioactive gasses or, electromagnetic fields, heat, glare, nonagricultural
odors, noise, vibrations, dust, dirt, or smoke which does not comply with
emission regulations as may be established by the Province of Ontario, the
Government of Canada, or any agencies thereof;
- Kennels
6.36 WELLHEAD PROTECTION
The purpose of the provisions in this section is to prevent the inadvertent approval of
Planning Act applications or the issuance of building permits that may result in the
establishment of activities that are significant drinking water threats.
Explanatory Notes:
1. An application for development, redevelopment, or site alteration within a Wellhead
Protection Area, where a drinking water threat could be significant, shall only be
deemed complete under the Planning Act if submitted with a Section 59 Notice
issued by the Risk Management Official, as appointed by the Town, in accordance
with the Clean Water Act, 2006, and where applicable in accordance with the
applicable Source Protection Plan.
2. The Risk Management Official, as appointed by the Town, shall determine whether a
new land use or activity is, or involves, a significant drinking water threat in
accordance with the Clean Water Act, 2006, and whether the use or activity is
prohibited or regulated in accordance with the applicable Source Protection Plan.
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6.36.1 Maitland Valley Wellhead Protection Area Overlay
Within the Maitland Wellhead Protection Area Overlay shown on Schedule 'A',
any use that is, or would be, a significant drinking water threat is required to
conform with all applicable Maitland Valley Source Protection Plan policies and,
as such, may be prohibited, restricted, or otherwise regulated by that Source
Protection Plan.
6.36.2 Saugeen Valley Wellhead Protection Area Overlay
Within the Saugeen Wellhead Protection Area Overlay shown on Schedule 'A',
any use that is, or would be, a significant drinking water threat is required to
conform with all applicable Saugeen Valley Source Protection policies and, as
such, may be prohibited, restricted, or otherwise regulated by that Source
Protection Plan.
6.37 YARD ENCROACHMENTS
Every part of any yard required to be provided in any zone shall be open and
unobstructed from the ground to the sky, except that:
a)
In any yard, there may be established or maintained the usual projections of
window sills, chimney breasts, belt courses, cornices, eaves and other minor
architectural features, provided that no such features shall project more than 76.2
cm (30.0 in) into any required yard.
b)
Open and unenclosed porches, uncovered decks, balconies and steps may project
into required yards as follows:
i)
Front yard or Exterior Side Yard - no more than 3.0 m (9.8 ft); and,
ii)
Rear yard- no more than 3.7 m (12.0 ft); and
iii)
Interior Side yard - no more than 1.0 m (3.3 ft).
c)
Canopies above doorways may be permitted within any yard provided:
i)
that the canopy does not encroach greater than 1.5 metres (4.9 feet) into
a required front yard or exterior side yard;
ii)
that it is located greater than 0.5 metres (1.6 feet) from a street line, a side
lot line or a rear lot line; and
iii)
that it is not supported by the ground.
d)
Unenclosed fire escapes may project into any required yard a maximum distance
of 1.5 m (4.9 ft);
e)
Fences, freestanding walls, flagpoles, light standards, air conditioners, heat pumps
and similar accessory structures and appurtenances, as well as hedges, trees and
shrubs are permitted in any required yard, except that they must comply with Day
lighting (Sight) Triangle applicable requirements as specified in Section 6.7 of this
By-law.
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f)
The requirements of this By-law for a minimum interior side yard and minimum
rear yard may be interchanged where such building is located on a corner lot for
single detached, semi-detached and duplex residential dwellings.
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SECTION 7 - ZONES, MAPS AND BOUNDARIES
7.1
ZONE DESCRIPTIONS
For the purposes of this By-law, the following zones are hereby established and may, in
the text and accompanying Schedule "A", be referred to by the descriptive name or by
the symbol as indicated below:
DESCRIPTIVE NAME OF ZONE
SYMBOL
SECTION
AGRICULTUREAL ZONE
A
8
UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL ZONE
R1A
9
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONE
R1B
10
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONE
R1C
11
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONE
R2
12
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONE
R3
13
ESTATE RESIDENTIAL ZONE
ER
14
MOBILE HOME PARK ZONE
MH
15
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL ZONE
C1
16
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL ZONE
C2
17
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONE
C3
18
SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL ZONE
C4
19
HAMLET COMMERCIAL ZONE
C5
20
MIXED USE ZONE
MU1
21
MAIN STREET MIXED USE ZONE
MU2
22
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL ZONE
AC
23
INDUSTRIAL ZONE
M1
24
RURAL INDUSTRIAL ZONE
RIN
25
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL ZONE
EI
26
INSTITUTIONAL ZONE
IN
27
OPEN SPACE ZONE
OS
28
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT ZONE
FD
29
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ZONE
NE
30
FLOODWAY ZONE
FL
31
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
FF1
32
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
FF2
33
EXCEPTION ZONE 1 (Clifford)
34
EXCEPTION ZONE 2 (Harriston)
35
EXCEPTION ZONE 3 (Minto)
36
EXCEPTION ZONE 4 (Palmerston)
37
7.2
EXCEPTIONS (SPECIAL PROVISIONS)
Where a zone symbol applying to certain land, as shown on Schedule "A", is followed by
a dash and a number (e.g. C3-1), then an exception has been made to the zone regulations
and special provisions will apply to such land. Sections - EXCEPTIONS deal with these site-
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specific zones. Land denoted in this manner shall be subject to all restrictions of the
parent zone except as otherwise provided by the special provisions.
7.3
HOLDING PROVISIONS
Where an H appears as a suffix to a zone symbol on Schedule "A", such land shall be
subject to specific holding provisions unless this By-law has been amended to remove the
relevant H symbol.
The conditions under which the specific holding provision may be removed can be found
within the Holding Provisions section of each zone category or, if related to an exception
zone, within the Exception Section of this By-law. Under the Planning Act, Council must
give public notice of its intent to remove the H symbol. A public meeting is not required
and the decision to remove the H symbol is not subject to appeal procedures.
7.4
ZONE MAPS
The extent and boundaries of all of the said zones are shown on Schedule "A", which
together with all notations, references and other information shown thereon, is hereby
incorporated in and declared to form part of this By-law to the same extent as if fully
described therein.
7.5
ZONE BOUNDARIES
Where any uncertainty exists as to the location of the boundary of any zone as shown on
Schedule 'A' (Zone Maps), the following rules shall apply:
a)
Where zone boundaries are indicated as following approximately the centre line
of streets or lanes or their productions, such centre lines or their productions shall
be deemed to be the zone boundary.
b)
Where zone boundaries are indicated as approximately following lot lines, such
lot lines shall be deemed to be the said zone boundary.
c)
Where zone boundaries are indicated as approximately parallel to any street and
the distance from such street is not indicated, such zone boundary shall be
construed as being parallel to such street and the distance therefrom shall be
determined by the use of the scale of the said Zone Map.
d)
Where zone boundaries follow railway lines, such zone boundaries shall be
deemed to be located at the boundaries of the railway right-of-way.
7.6
CLOSED STREET, LANE, RAILWAY OR HIGHWAY RIGHT-OF-WAY
a)
Where a street, lane, railway or highway right-of-way, or portion thereof as shown
on a Zone Map is hereafter closed or diverted, the property formerly in said street,
lane, railway or right-of-way shall be included within the zone of the adjoining
property on either side of the said closed street, lane, railway or highway right-of-
way.
b)
Where the said street, lane, railway or highway right-of-way was a zone boundary
between different zones, the new zone boundary shall be the former centerline
of the said street, lane, railway or highway right-of-way.
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SECTION 8 - A - AGRICULTURAL ZONE
8.1
PERMITTED USES
- Agricultural uses, buildings and structures
- A Single detached residential dwelling accessory to a farm
- A Single detached residential dwelling on a lot
- Additional Dwelling Unit in accordance with Section 6.29
- Bed and Breakfast Establishment (Class 2)
- Home Occupation
- Home Industry
- Wayside Pits
- Wayside Quarries
- Temporary Portable Asphalt Plant
- Legally established existing uses, buildings and structures
- Recreational Trails operated by a Public Agency
- Accessory uses, buildings and structures to the above permitted uses
- Second Residential Dwelling as per Section 8.4
8.2
REGULATIONS
8.2.1 LOT AREA, Minimum
35.0 ha (86.0 ac)
a)
Notwithstanding the above minimum lot area requirement, lots legally
existing as of the date of passing of the Zoning By-law and having a lot area
of less than 35.0 ha (86.0 ac) but more than 10.1 ha (25.0 acres) may be
allowed a permitted use including agricultural uses, buildings and
structures. Lots of less than 10.1 ha (25.0 ac) may be permitted a hobby
barn in accordance with the regulations of Section 8.3 of this by law.
b)
A new lot created by consent or new parcels created by lot line adjustment
pursuant to the provisions of the Planning Act, and which parcel (severed
and/or retained lands) lacks either the required frontage or area, or both
the required frontage and area, shall be deemed to comply with the lot
frontage and lot area regulations of Section 8.2.1 and 8.2.2.
8.2.2 LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
121.9 m (400.3 ft)
8.2.3 FRONT YARD, Minimum
a) For residential dwellings
18.3 m (60.0 ft)
b) For livestock buildings, structures
and manure storages
18.3 m (60.0 ft) or applicable MDS
requirements whichever is greater.
c) For buildings accessory to dwellings 18.3 m (60 ft)
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d) For all other accessory buildings
and structures excluding livestock
facility.
15.2 m (49.9 ft)
e) A front yard abutting a public street shall be increased by the applicable distance
required by the applicable Road Authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-
law.
8.2.4 INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
a) For residential dwellings
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
b) For buildings accessory to
dwellings
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
c) For livestock buildings, structures
and manure storages
18.3m (60.0 ft) or applicable MDS
requirements whichever is greater
d) For all other accessory buildings
and structures excluding livestock
facility
18.3 m (60.0 ft)
8.2.5 EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
a) For residential dwellings
18.3 m (60.0 ft)
b) For livestock buildings, structures
and manure storages
18.3 m (60.0 ft) or applicable MDS
requirements whichever is greater
c) For all other accessory buildings and structures 15.2 m (49.9 ft) excluding livestock
facility.
d) An exterior side yard for a) and b) above shall be increased by the applicable
distance required by the applicable Road Authority as specified in Section 6.31 of
this By-law.
8.2.6 REAR YARD, Minimum
a) For residential dwellings
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
b) For buildings accessory to
residential dwellings
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
c) For livestock buildings, structures
and manure storages
18.3m (60.0 ft) or applicable MDS
requirements whichever is greater
d) For all other accessory buildings
and structures excluding livestock
facility
18.3 m (60.0 ft)
e) A rear yard abutting a public street for a) and b) above shall be increased by the
applicable distance required by the applicable Road Authority as specified in Section
6.31 of this By-law.
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8.2.7 RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS
8.2.7.1 Floor Area, Minimum
102.2 m2 (1,100.0 ft2)
8.2.7.2 Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
8.3
HOBBY BARNS
On lots of less than 10.0 ha (25.0 ac), a hobby barn is permitted as an accessory use to a
single detached dwelling subject to the following:
8.3.1 GROUND FLOOR AREA, Maximum
A lot of less than 0.8 ha (2.0 ac) shall not be permitted a hobby barn. A lot equaling
0.8 ha (2.0 ac) shall be permitted a hobby barn 27.9 m2 (300.0 ft2). For each
additional full 0.4 ha (1.0 ac) of lot area, an additional 9.3 m2 (100.0ft2) of ground
floor area may be added to the hobby barn.
8.3.2 SETBACKS
a)
A hobby barn shall not be located closer than 22.9 m (75.0 ft) to any lot
line.
b)
A hobby barn shall not be located within 60.0 m (196.9 ft) of a residential
dwelling that is located on a lot that is separated from the hobby barn or
a vacant lot, which is less than 10.0 ha (24.7 ac).
c)
No dwelling on a separate lot shall be allowed within 60.0 m (196.9 ft) of a
hobby barn.
d)
A hobby barn shall not be constructed closer than 30.0 m (98.4 ft) from the
limit of a Natural Environnent (NE) Zone.
8.4
REGULATIONS FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF A SECOND RESIDENTIAL
DWELLING
8.4.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
35.0 ha (86.0 ac)
8.4.2
FLOOR AREA, Minimum
74.3 m2 (800.0ft2)
8.4.3
LOCATION
A second residential dwelling shall be located within the Farm Building
Cluster. The second residential dwelling unit must be detached from the
main residential dwelling, shall share a common driveway with the main
farm residence, and shall be located within a 61.0 m (200.0 ft) radius of the
main farm residence. A second residential dwelling shall be provided with
a potable water supply and adequate private sewage treatment facility.
8.4.4
TYPE OF RESIDENTIAL DWELLING
A second residential dwelling unit may be traditionally constructed, pre-
fabricated, modular or a mobile home.
8.4.5
A second residential dwelling unit may not be permitted to have Additional
Dwelling Unit as provided for in Section 6.29.
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8.4.6
A total of three (3) residential dwelling units are permitted per lot. (Single
Detached Dwelling, Second Residential Dwelling, and one (1) attached ADU
in accordance with Section 6.29.1)
8.5
REDUCED LOT REGULATIONS:
a)
The following regulations apply to an existing vacant lot, which contains less than
10.1 ha (25.0 ac), and which does not have the required minimum lot area or
minimum lot frontage requirement as set out in Sections 8.2.1 and 8.2.2 of this
By-law.
b)
A new lot created by consent or new parcels created by lot line adjustment
pursuant to the provisions of the Planning Act, and which parcel (severed and/or
retained lands) lacks either the required frontage or area, or both, and is 10 ha (25
ac) or less, shall be deemed to comply with the lot frontage and lot area
regulations of Section 8.5.2.
8.5.1 PERMITTED USES
-
A Single detached residential dwelling on a lot
-
Home Occupation, in accordance with Section 6.15
-
Hobby Barn, in accordance with Section 8.3
-
Bed and Breakfast, in accordance with Section 6.2
-
Farming, excluding new buildings and structures
-
Additional Dwelling Units, in accordance with Section 6.29
-
Accessory uses, buildings, and structures
8.5.2 REGULATIONS
8.5.2.1 Lot Area, Minimum
0.4 ha (1.0 ac)
8.5.2.2 Lot Frontage, Minimum
30.5 m (100.0 ft)
8.5.2.3 Front yard, Minimum
18.3 m (60.0 ft) plus any applicable distance
required by the applicable Road Authority
as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
8.5.2.4 Rear Yard Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
8.5.2.5 Interior Side Yard, Minimum
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
8.5.2.6 Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus the applicable distance
required by the applicable Road Authority
as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
8.5.2.7 Floor Area, Minimum Single
Detached Dwelling
102.2 m2 (1,100.0 ft2)
8.5.2.8 Accessory Buildings and
Structures
Shall be subject to the applicable
regulations of Section 6.1 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
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8.6
BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENTS
All applicable requirements including those of Section 6.2 of this By-law shall be met.
8.7
HOME INDUSTRIES
All applicable requirements including those of Section 6.14 of this By-law must be met.
8.8
HOME OCCUPATIONS
All applicable requirements including those of Section 6.15 of this By-law must be met.
8.9
MINIMUM DISTANCE SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS
The Minimum Distance Separation Requirements - MDS 1 and MDS II - of Section 6.17
of this By-law shall apply to all permitted uses within the Agricultural Zone.
8.10 SETBACK FOR TEMPORARY PORTABLE ASPHALT PLANT
No Temporary portable asphalt plant shall be situated closer than 304.8 m (1,000.0 ft)
from an institutional or residential building.
8.11 SEASONAL AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE STANDS
Seasonal agricultural produce stands may be permitted in association with an
agricultural use, building or structure subject to the following:
8.11.1 Lot Area, Minimum
10.1 ha (25.0ac)
8.11.2 Floor Area, Maximum
23.0 m2 (247.6 ft2)
8.11.3 Front yard, Minimum
7.6m (24.9 ft), plus the applicable distance
required by the applicable Road Authority
as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
8.11.4 Off Street Parking Spaces
Driveway
entrances
shall
meet
the
requirements of the applicable road
authority in accordance with the applicable
regulations of Section 6.27 of this By-law.
8.12 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, other than those specifically identified in the regulations are subject to
the provisions of Section 6.1. Regulations for Residential Conversions and Bed and
Breakfast Establishment are provided in Section 6 - General Provisions.
8.13 HOLDING PROVISIONS
8.13. 1 Part of Lots 68 & 69, Con. D - Map 1
Until the "H" symbol is removed, the land zoned A (H) may only be used for the
following:
-
An agricultural use, excluding any buildings or structures
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Council may pass a by-law removing the "H" symbol once it is satisfied that the
following matter has been adequately addressed:
-
An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) demonstrating that there will
be no negative impact on the Provincially Significant Wetland in
consultation with the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority
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SECTION 9 - R1A - UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL ZONE
9.1
PERMITTED USES
- One single detached residential dwelling unit
- An accessory Bed and Breakfast establishment (Class 1)
- Home Occupation
- Accessory uses buildings and structures
- Additional Dwelling Unit in accordance with Section 6.29
9.2
REGULATIONS
9.2.1
Lot Area, Minimum
0.4 ha (1 ac)
9.2.2
Lot Area, Minimum
30.5 m (100.0 ft)
9.2.3
Front Yard, Minimum
9.0 m (29.5 ft) plus any additional
distance required by the applicable
Road Authority as specified in
Section 6.31 of this By-law
9.2.4
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
- No attached garage
3.0 m (9.8ft), both sides
- Attached garage
One side may be 1.2m (3.9 ft)
- Regulations for corner lots are specified in Section 6.36 f) of this By-law
9.2.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any additional
distance required by the applicable
Road Authority as specified in
Section 6.31 of this By-law
9.2.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
9.0 m (29.5 ft)
9.2.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft) or two and a half
(2.5) stories whichever is greater
9.2.8
Lot Coverage, Maximum
30%
9.2.9
Floor Area, Minimum
102.2m² (1,100.0 ft²)
9.3
OTHER PROVISIONS
Regulations for off-street parking, accessory uses, Bed and Breakfast Establishments, and
Home Occupations are provided in Section 6 - General Provisions.
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SECTION 10 - R1B - RESIDENTIAL ZONE
10.1 PERMITTED USES
- One single detached residential dwelling unit
- An accessory Bed and Breakfast establishment (Class 1)
- Home Occupation
- Accessory uses buildings and structures
- Additional Dwelling Unit in accordance with Section 6.29
10.2 REGULATIONS
10.2.1
Lot Area, Minimum
465.0 m2 (5,005.4 ft2)
10.2.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
15 m (49.2 ft)
10.2.3
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
10.2.4
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
10.2.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
10.2.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
10.2.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
10.2.8
Lot Coverage, Maximum
40%
10.2.9
Floor Area, Minimum
- Less than two storey
100.0 m2 (1,076.4 ft2)
- Two or more storey
139.0 m2 (1,496.2 ft2)
10.3 LANDSCAPED AREA
i)
No part of any required front yard or required exterior side yard shall be used for
any purpose other than a landscaped area except for a driveway leading to a
private garage.
ii)
A minimum of 55% of the required front yard and required exterior side yard shall
be maintained as a landscaped area.
10.4 OTHER PROVISIONS
Regulations for off-street parking, accessory uses, Bed and Breakfast Establishments and
Home Occupations are provided in Section 6 - General Provisions.
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SECTION 11 - R1C - RESIDENTIAL ZONE
11.1 PERMITTED USES
- One single detached residential dwelling unit
- An accessory Bed and Breakfast establishment (Class 1)
- Home Occupation
- Accessory uses buildings and structures
- Additional Dwelling Unit in accordance with Section 6.29
11.2 REGULATIONS
11.2.1
Lot Area, Minimum
371.6 m2 (4,000 ft2)
11.2.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
12.0 m (39.4 ft)
11.2.3
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
11.2.4
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
11.2.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
11.2.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
11.2.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
11.2.8
Lot Coverage, Maximum
40%
11.2.9
Floor Area, Minimum
- Less than two storey
83.6 m2 (900.0 ft2)
- Two or more storey
102.2 m2 (1,100.0 ft2)
11.3 LANDSCAPED AREA
i)
No part of any required front yard or required exterior side yard shall be used for
any purpose other than a landscaped area except for a driveway leading to a
private garage.
ii)
A minimum of 50% of the required front yard and required exterior side yard shall
be maintained as a landscaped area.
11.4 OTHER PROVISIONS
Regulations for off-street parking, accessory uses, bed and breakfast establishment and
home occupations are provided Section 6 - General Provisions of this By-law.
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SECTION 12 - R2 - RESIDENTIAL ZONE
12.1 PERMITTED USES
- Single detached residential dwelling
- Semi-detached residential dwelling
- Duplex dwelling
- Triplex residential dwelling
- Fourplex residential dwelling
- Three or Four Unit Street Townhouse
- An accessory Bed and Breakfast establishment (Class 2)
- Boarding, lodging or rooming establishment not exceeding 5 rooms or dwelling units
for let
- Additional Dwelling Unit in accordance with Section 6.29
- Home Occupation
- Accessory uses buildings and structures
- Three or Four Unit Cluster Townhouse (This does not include a stacked townhouse)
12.2 REGULATIONS
12.2.1 SINGLE DETACHED RESIDENTIAL DWELLING
12.2.1.1
Lot Area, Minimum
371.6 m2 (4,000 ft2)
12.2.1.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
12.0 m (39.4 ft)
12.2.1.3
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.1.4
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
12.2.1.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.1.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
12.2.1.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
12.2.1.8
Lot Coverage, Maximum
40%
12.2.1.9
Floor Area, Minimum
- Less than two storey
83.6 m2 (900.0 ft2)
- Two or more storey
102.2 m2 (1,100.0 ft2)
12.2.2 SEMI-DETACHED RESIDENTIAL DWELLING
12.2.2.1
Lot Area, Minimum per dwelling
550.0m2 (5,920.3 ft2)
12.2.2.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum per dwelling
18 m (59 ft)
12.2.2.3
Area, Minimum per dwelling unit on a
separate lot
275.0 m2 (2,960.2 ft2)
12.2.2.4
Lot Frontage, Minimum per dwelling unit
on a separate lot
9.0 m (29.5 ft)
12.2.2.5
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.2.6
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
12.2.2.7
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.2.8
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
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Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
12.2.2.10
Lot Coverage, Maximum
45%
12.2.2.11
Floor Area, Minimum per dwelling unit
- Less than two storey
70.0 m2 (753.5 ft2)
- Two or more storey
92.9 m2 (1,000.0 ft2)
12.2.3 DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL DWELLING
12.2.3.1
Lot Area, Minimum
550.0 m2 (5,920.3 ft2)
12.2.3.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
18.0 m (59.0 ft)
12.2.3.3
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.3.4
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
12.2.3.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.3.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
12.2.3.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
12.2.3.8
Lot Coverage, Maximum
45%
12.2.3.9
Floor Area, Minimum per unit
70.0 m2 (753.5 ft2)
12.2.4 TRIPLEX RESIDENTIAL DWELLING
12.2.4.1
Lot Area, Minimum
650.0 m2 (6,997.0 ft2)
12.2.4.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
18.0 m (59.0 ft)
12.2.4.3
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.4.4
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
12.2.4.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.4.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
12.2.4.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
12.2.4.8
Lot Coverage, Maximum
40%
12.2.4.9
Lot Area, Minimum per unit
70.0 m2 (753.5 ft2)
12.2.5 FOURPLEX RESIDENTIAL DWELLING
12.2.5.1
Lot Area, Minimum
650.0 m2 (6,997.0 ft2)
12.2.5.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
18.0 m (59.0 ft)
12.2.5.3
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.5.4
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
12.2.5.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.5.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
12.2.5.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
12.2.5.8
Lot Coverage, Maximum
40%
12.2.5.9
Floor Area, Minimum per Unit
70.0 m2 (753.5 ft2)
12.2.6 STREET TOWNSHOUSE
12.2.6.1
Lot Area, Minimum/dwelling unit
280.0 m2 (3,014.0 ft2)
12.2.6.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum/dwelling unit
6.5 m (21.3 ft)
12.2.6.3
Lot Frontage, Minimum corner lot
13.6 m (44.6 ft)
12.2.6.4
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
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12.2.6.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.6.6
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
12.2.6.7
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
12.2.6.8
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
12.2.6.9
Floor Area, Minimum per Unit
70.0 m2 (753.5 ft2)
12.2.6.10
Lot Coverage, Maximum
45%
12.2.6.11
Maximum Number of Attached Units in a
Row
4
12.2.7 CLUSTER TOWNHOUSE
12.2.7.1
Lot Area, Minimum
Three Units 1,045 m²
(11,248.3 ft²)
Four Units 1,393.5 m²
(15,000.0 ft²)
12.2.7.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
20.1 m (66.0 ft)
12.2.7.3
Front Yard, Minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.7.4
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
12.2.7.5
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.7.6
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft)
12.2.7.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
12.2.7.8
Lot Coverage, Maximum
45%
12.2.7.9
Floor Area, Minimum per unit
70.0 m² (753.5 ft²)
12.2.7.10
Maximum number of attached units in a
row
4
12.3 LANDSCAPED AREA
i)
No part of any required front yard or required exterior side yard associated with
a single detached dwelling and semi-detached dwelling or a duplex dwelling shall
be used for any purpose other than a landscaped area except for a driveway
leading to a private garage.
ii)
A minimum of 50% of the required front yard and required exterior side yard shall
be maintained as a landscaped area.
12.4 OTHER PROVISIONS
Off-street parking, accessory uses, bed and breakfast establishment and home
occupations shall be provided in accordance with the applicable regulations of Section 6
- General Provisions.
12.5 HOLDING PROVISIONS
12.5.1 Clark-Heinmiller, Lot 23, Concession 1 and Jane Street/Elgin Street Lot 22,
Concession 1 - Map 4 - Palmerston
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Council may pass a by-law removing the holding symbol once it is satisfied that
the following matters have been adequately addressed:
- Adequate municipal services are or will be available to the lands; and
- The lot(s) has frontage on an open public street; and
- Stormwater management and emergency access issues have been addressed,
in consultation with Maitland Valley Conservation Authority.
- Prior to consent to sever, draft plan of subdivision or condominium approval,
the developer shall demonstrate that the requirements of special policy area
PA5-14 in the County Official Plan have been satisfied, and further assessment
will be required to address the provision of Section 11.4.5 of the County
Official Plan, in consultation with the County of Wellington Solid Waste
Services Department.
12.5.2 Lett Street, Lot 21, Concession 1 - Map 4 - Palmerston
Until the "H" Symbol is removed, the lands zoned R2 (H) may only be used for the
following:
- Uses, building and structures lawfully existing on the date of passing of this By-
law;
- Additions or alterations are permitted and shall comply with all requirements
of the Residential (R2) zone, Section 12.2;
- And Accessory uses, buildings structures to the above permitted uses.
Council may pass a by-law removing the holding symbol once it is satisfied that
the following matters have been adequately addressed:
- Adequate municipal services are or will be available to the lands;
- Any stormwater management issues have been addressed;
- Prior to consent to sever, draft plan of subdivision or condominium approval,
the developer shall demonstrate that the requirements of special policy area
PA5-14 in the County Official Plan have been satisfied, and further assessment
will be required to address the provision of Section 11.4.5 of the County
Official Plan, in consultation with the County of Wellington Solid Waste
Services Department.
12.5.3 Park Street West, Lot 6, RP 61R10860, Part 7 - Map 2 - Clifford
Council may pass a by-law removing the holding symbol once it is satisfied that
the following matter has been adequately addressed:
- Adequate municipal services are available to the lands; and
- Any stormwater management issues have been adequately addressed.
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SECTION 13 - R3 - RESIDENTIAL ZONE
13.1 PERMITTED USES
- Street Townhouse
- Cluster/Block Townhouse
- Apartments including apartments for seniors
- Accessory uses buildings and structures
13.2 REGULATIONS
13.2.1 STREET TOWNHOUSE (EACH RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS)
13.2.1.1
Lot Area, Minimum
232.0 m2 (2,497.3 ft2)
13.2.1.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
- Corner lot residential dwelling unit
6.5 m (21.3 ft)
14.0 m (46.0 ft)
13.2.1.3
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
13.2.1.4
Interior Side Yard, Minimum (End Unit)
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
13.2.1.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
13.2.1.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
13.2.1.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
13.2.1.8
Floor Area, Minimum
- Less than Two storey 83.6 m2 (900.0ft2)
- Two or more storey 102.2 m2 (1,100.0 ft2)
13.2.1.9
Maximum number of attached units in a
row
6
13.2.2 CLUSTER TOWNHOUSE RESIDENTIAL DWELLING
13.2.2.1
Lot Area, Minimum
a) 1,393.5 m2 (15,000.0 ft2) for the first four units
b) 264.8 m2 (2,850.4 ft2) for each additional unit thereafter
13.2.2.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
20.1 m (66.0 ft)
13.2.2.3
Front Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
13.2.2.4
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
13.2.2.5
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft)
13.2.2.6
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
13.2.2.7
Building Height, Maximum
10.5m (34.5 ft)
13.2.2.8
Floor Area, Minimum
a) Bachelor/1 bedroom unit
51.1 m2 (550.0 ft2)
b) 2 bedroom unit
60.4 m2 (650.0 ft2)
c) 3 bedroom unit
74.3 m2 (800.0 ft2) plus 9.3 m2
(100.0 ft2) for each bedroom in excess of three bedrooms.
13.2.2.9
Maximum number of attached units in a
row
i. Stacked Townhouses
6
6 (12 total units)
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13.2.2.10
Distances Between Cluster Townhouses
A face of a cluster townhouse block means one or the other of the
longest walls of a said building. Each townhouse block shall be deemed
to have two faces. A side of a townhouse block means one or the other
of the shortest walls of a said building. Each townhouse block shall be
deemed to have two sides.
The following provisions shall apply when two or more townhouse
blocks are situated on one lot:
a) A minimum distance of 12 m (39.3 ft) shall be maintained between
any face of a townhouse block and any face of the same or another
block.
b) A minimum distance of 6 m (19.7 ft) shall be maintained between
any face of a residential townhouse block and any side of the same
or another block.
c) A minimum distance of 3 m (9.8 ft) shall be maintained between any
side of a residential townhouse block and any side of the same or
another block.
13.2.3 APARTMENTS
13.2.3.1
Lot Area, Minimum
1,161.3 m2 (12,500.5 ft2) of lot area for the first 5 residential dwelling
units, plus 137.5 m2 (1,480 ft2) of lot area for each additional residential
dwelling unit thereafter.
13.2.3.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
18.0 m (59.0 ft)
13.2.3.3
Front Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
13.2.3.4
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
13.2.3.5
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
Half (1/2) the building height but in no case less than 3.0 m (9.8 ft)
13.2.3.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
13.2.3.7
Building Height, Maximum
12.0 m (39.4 ft)
13.2.3.8
Lot Coverage, Maximum
45%
13.2.3.9
Floor Area Minimum per dwelling Unit
i) Bachelor Unit
37.0 m2 (398.3 ft2)
ii) One Bedroom Unit
50.0 m2 (538.2 ft2)
iii) For each additional bedroom
9.0 m2 (96.9 ft2)
13.2.3.10
Distances Between Apartment Buildings
A face of an apartment means one or the other of the longest walls of a
said building. Each apartment block shall be deemed to have two faces.
A side of an apartment block means one or the other of the shortest
walls of a said building. Each apartment block shall be deemed to have
two sides.
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The following regulations shall apply when two or more apartments are
situated on one lot:
a) A minimum distance of 12 m (39.3 ft) shall be maintained between
any face of an apartment and any face of the same or another
apartment.
b) A minimum distance of 6 m (19.7 ft) shall be maintained between
any face of an apartment and any side of the same or another
apartment.
c) A minimum distance of 3 m (9.8 ft) shall be maintained between any
side of an apartment and any side of the same or another apartment.
13.3 COMMON AMENITY AREAS
Shall be provided for Cluster/Block Townhouse Dwellings and Apartment Dwellings in
accordance with Section 6.6
13.4 OTHER PROVISIONS
Regulations for off-street parking, accessory uses and garbage storage areas are provided
in Section 6 - General Provisions.
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SECTION 14 - ER - ESTATE RESIDENTIAL ZONE
14.1 PERMITTED USES
- One single detached residential dwelling unit
- Home Occupation
- Accessory uses buildings and structures
14.2 REGULATIONS
14.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
0.8 ha (2 ac)
14.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
61.0 m (200.0 ft)
14.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
30.5 m (100.0 ft), plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
Road Authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law. Except that for
a lot existing at the time of this by-law's approval, it shall be 15.0 m (49.2
ft), plus the applicable Road Authority distance.
14.2.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
- Attached Garage
9.1 m (30.0 ft)
-
No Attached Garage
15.2 m (50.0 ft) on both sides. Except that
for a lot existing at the time of this by-law's
approval, it shall be 9.1 m (30.0 ft) on both
sides.
14.2.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
15.2 m (50.0 ft)
14.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
15.2 m (50.0 ft)
14.2.7
BUILDING HEIGHT, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
14.2.8
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
20%
14.2.9
FLOOR AREA, Minimum
111.5m2 (1,200.0 ft2)
14.3 OTHER PROVISIONS
Regulations for accessory uses and home occupation are provided in Section 6 - General
Provisions.
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SECTION 15 - MH - MOBILE HOME PARK ZONE-URBAN STYLE
15.1 PERMITTED USES
- Mobile home park
- A Mobile home site within a mobile home park
- A Mobile home on a mobile home site
- Accessory uses, buildings and structures
15.2 REGULATIONS
Within any MH Zone, no land shall be used and no building or structure shall be erected,
altered or used except in conformity with the following regulations:
15.2.1 MOBILE HOME PARK
15.2.1.1
Lot Area, Minimum
1 ha (2.5 ac)
15.2.1.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
45.0 m (147.6 ft)
15.2.2 MOBILE HOME SITE
Each mobile home shall be located on a Mobile Home Site, which shall conform
to the following:
15.2.2.1
Site Frontage, Minimum
12.0 m (39.4 ft)
15.2.2.2
Site Area, Minimum
372.0 m2 (4,004.3 ft2)
15.2.2.3
Floor Area, Minimum
55.0 m2 (592.0 ft2)
15.2.3 Minimum Setbacks
No mobile home shall be located within 1.5 m (4.9 ft) of any limit of a Mobile
Home Site nor within 3.0 m (9.8 ft) of the limit of any internal road in the Mobile
Home Park, nor within 6.0 m (19.7 ft) of any boundary of a Mobile Home Park nor
within 7.6 m (24.9 ft) of a public street.
15.2.4 Services
Each Mobile Home shall be connected to both a municipal water distribution
system and sewage collection and treatment system.
15.2.5 Access
Each Mobile Home Site shall have access to a public street directly or by means of
a driveway, which has been approved by the Municipality and which, has a
minimum width of 6.0 m (19.7 ft) for one-way traffic flow, or 10.0 m (32.8 ft) for
two-way traffic flow.
15.2.6 Off-Street Parking
A minimum of one off-street parking space shall be provided for each Mobile
Home Site.
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15.2.7 Accessory Building
One accessory building, not exceeding 8.0 m2 (86.1 ft2), may be located to the rear
of the Mobile Home on each Mobile Home Site.
Note: Mobile Home Park may have its own regulations separate from and
including setbacks which may be more restrictive than the individual zone
regulations.
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SECTION 16 - C1 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL ZONE
16.1 PERMITTED USES:
- Antique Store
- Arcade
- Art Gallery
- Artisan's market
- Automotive Accessories Shop
- Bus Depot
- Bake Shop
- Business or Professional Office
- Existing Churches/Places of Worship
- Commercial School or Studio
- Companion Animal Office
- Cultural Entertainment Facility
- Financial Office
- Existing Funeral Homes
- Library
- Medical Clinic
- Museum
- Personal Service Shop
- Places of Entertainment
- Print Shop
- Private or Commercial Club
- Restaurants (Dining, Take-out)
- Retail Food Store
- Retail Store
- Park
- Parking Lots
- Public Building
- Public Uses
- Service or Repair Shop
- Tavern
- Accessory Uses, Buildings or Structures to the Above permitted uses
- Accessory Residential Dwelling Units
- Existing single detached dwellings
16.2 REGULATIONS
16.2.1
Lot Area, Minimum
None
16.2.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
None
16.2.3
Front Yard, Minimum
None
16.2.4
Interior Side yard, Minimum
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None, except where a C1 Zone is abutting a Residential Zone, the
minimum interior side yard shall be 3.0 m (9.8 ft)
16.2.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
None
16.2.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
16.2.7
Building Height, Minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
16.2.8
Building Height, Maximum
12.0 m (39.3 ft)
16.3 ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL USES
A permitted commercial use or building may contain one or more accessory residential
dwelling units subject to the following:
a)
Each residential dwelling unit, accessory to a permitted commercial use or
building, shall be located above the main commercial use.
b)
Each accessory residential dwelling unit shall have a minimum floor area of 50.0
m2 (538.2 ft2).
c)
Each accessory residential dwelling unit shall be completely self-contained.
d)
Each accessory residential dwelling unit shall have a separate and direct means of
access to a public street or lane via halls and /or stairs and/or across the subject
property.
e)
Each accessory residential unit shall be provided with a minimum of one off-street
parking space which is on the same lot as the accessory residential unit.
16.4 EXISTING SINGLE DETACHED RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS
Subject to the regulations contained in Section 12.2.1 of this By-law, including all yard
setback requirements. Compliance with Section 16.3 shall be required for a residential
dwelling unit accessory to a permitted commercial use.
16.5 OTHER PROVISIONS
Off-street parking, accessory uses, buffer areas shall be provided in accordance with the
applicable regulations of Section 6- General provisions of this By-law.
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SECTION 17 - C2 - HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL ZONE
17.1 PERMITTED USES
- Automotive Accessories Shop
- Automotive Sales and Service Establishment
- Automotive Service Station
- Automotive Washing Establishment
- Banquet Hall
- Beer Store
- Boat Sales and Service Establishment
- Business and/or Professional Offices
- Building Supply Outlet
- Bus Depots
- Church/ Place of Worship
- Commercial Nursery or Greenhouse
- Convenience Store
- Farm Implement Sales and Service Outlet
- Farmer's Market
- Financial Office
- Flea Market
- Funeral Home
- Gas Bar
- Garden Centre
- Hotel
- Liquor Store
- Motel, Motor Hotel
- Parking Area
- Parking Lot
- Places of Entertainment
- Places of Recreation
- Public Buildings
- Public Uses
- Recreational Trailer Sales and Service Establishment
- Rental Outlet
- Restaurants (Dining, Drive-In, Drive-Thru, Take-Out)
- Service or Repair Shop
- Veterinarian Clinic
- U-Brew Establishment
- Wholesale Outlets
- Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures to the above permitted uses
- Accessory Residential Dwelling Unit except in conjunction with an automotive use
- Incidental assembly, processing, manufacturing of products to be sold on site which
are secondary to the main commercial function.
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17.2 GENERAL REGULATIONS
17.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
557.4 m2 (6,000.0 ft2)
17.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
18.0 m (59.0 ft)
17.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
17.2.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
17.2.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
17.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
17.2.7
BUILDING HEIGHT, Maximum
12.5 m (41.0 ft)
17.2.8
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
40%
17.3 OTHER PROVISIONS
Regulations for off-street parking, off-street loading, buffer areas, garbage storage areas,
outdoor display and outdoor storage areas are subject to the applicable regulations of
Section 6-General Provisions.
17.4 SPECIFIC
REGULATIONS
FOR
AUTOMOTIVE
SERVICE
STATION;
AUTOMOTIVE WASHING ESTABLISHMENT OR GAS BAR
17.4.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
1,393.5 m2 (15,000
ft2)
17.4.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
30.5 m (100.0 ft)
17.4.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable road
authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law
17.4.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
4.5 m (14.8 ft)
17.4.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6m (24.9ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable road
authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
17.4.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
17.4.7
BUILDING HEIGHT, Maximum
12.5 m (41.0 ft)
17.4.8
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
40%
17.4.9
FUEL PUMP ISLANDS/GAS KIOSKS
a) Minimum Building Setback is 7.6 m (24.9 ft) from the front lot line. No
fuel pump island, gas bar kiosk is to be located within the required
sight triangle established by Section 6.7 this By-law.
b) Despite the above, canopies over pump islands and underground
storage tanks are allowed to project 1.5m (5.0 ft) from the Street Line.
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17.4.10
ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL UNITS
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary,
accessory dwelling units are not permitted in association with an
automotive service station, automotive washing establishment or gas bar.
17.4.11
REGULATIONS FOR ACCESS
Any point of ingress and egress to an automotive service station,
automotive washing establishment or gas bar shall not be located within
9.0 m (29.5 ft) of a street intersection, as measured at the curb line.
17.4.12
OTHER PROVISIONS
Regulations for off-street parking, off-street loading, buffer areas,
outdoor display and storage areas, and accessory uses are subject to the
applicable regulations of Section 6-General Provisions of this By-law.
17.5 REGULATIONS FOR HOTELS, MOTELS AND MOTOR HOTELS
17.5.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
1,393.5 m2
(15,000.0 ft2)
17.5.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
30.5 m (100.0 ft)
17.5.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
Road authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
17.5.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
Half (½) the building height but in no case less than 3.0 m (9.8 ft)
17.5.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6m (25.0 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable road
authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
17.5.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
17.5.7
BUILDING HEIGHT, Maximum
12.5 m (41.0 ft)
17.5.8
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
40%
17.6 ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL USES
A permitted commercial use or building may contain one or more accessory residential
apartments subject to the following:
a)
Each residential dwelling unit, accessory to a permitted commercial use or
building, shall be located above or to the rear of the main commercial use.
b)
Where an accessory residential dwelling unit is to be located on the ground floor
area of a main commercial building, it shall not occupy any more than forty-nine
percent (49%) of the ground floor area of the rear portion of the building.
c)
Each accessory residential dwelling unit shall have a minimum floor area of 50.0
m2 (538.2 ft2).
d)
Each accessory residential dwelling unit shall be completely self-contained.
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e)
Each accessory residential dwelling unit shall have a separate and direct means of
access to a public street or lane via halls and /or stairs and/or across the subject
property.
f)
Each accessory residential unit shall be provided with a minimum of one off-street
parking space which is on the same lot as the accessory residential unit.
17.7 OTHER PROVISIONS
Regulations for off-street parking, off-street loading, accessory uses, buffer areas, and
garbage storage areas are subject to the applicable regulations of Section 6-General
Provisions of this By-law.
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SECTION 18 - C3 - NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONE
18.1 PERMITTED USES
- Convenience Store
- Neighbourhood Store
- Personal Service Shops
- Day Nursery
- Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures to the above permitted uses
- Accessory Residential Dwelling Units
18.2 REGULATIONS
18.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
557.4 m2 (6,000.0 ft2)
18.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
18.0 m (59.0 ft)
18.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
18.2.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
3 m (9.8 ft)
18.2.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.5 m (24.9 ft)
18.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.5 m (24.9 ft)
18.2.7
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
40%
18.2.8
GROUND FLOOR AREA, Minimum
80.0 m2 (861.0 ft2)
18.2.9
BUILDING HEIGHT, Maximum
12.0 m (39.4 ft)
18.2.10
ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL USES
A permitted commercial use or building may contain one or more
accessory residential dwelling units subject to the following:
a) Each residential dwelling unit, accessory to a permitted commercial
use, shall be located above or to the rear of the main commercial use.
b) Where an accessory residential dwelling unit is to be located on the
ground floor area of a main commercial building, it shall not occupy
any more than forty-nine percent (49%) of the ground floor area of
the rear portion of the building.
c) Each accessory residential dwelling unit shall have a minimum floor
area of 50 m2 (538.2 ft2).
d) Each accessory residential dwelling unit shall be completely self-
contained.
e) Each accessory residential dwelling unit shall have a separate and
direct means of access to a public street or lane.
f) Each accessory residential unit shall be provided with a minimum of
one off-street parking space which is on the same lot as the accessory
residential unit.
18.2.11
OTHER PROVISIONS
a) No outdoor storage areas shall be permitted.
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b) Regulations for off-street parking, off-street loading, accessory uses,
buffer Areas and garbage storage shall be in accordance with the
applicable regulations of Section 6 - General Provisions.
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SECTION 19 - C4 - SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL ZONE
19.1 PERMITTED USES
No land shall be used, and no building or structure shall be altered, constructed or used
except for one or more of the following:
- Beer Store/ U-Brew Establishment
- Business or Professional Office
- Financial Office
- Gas bar
- Liquor Store
- Parking Area
- Personal Service Shop
- Retail store
- Retail food store
- Shopping centre
- Shopping mall
- Accessory uses, buildings and structures to the above permitted uses
19.2 REGULATIONS
Within any C4 Zone, no land shall be used and no building or structure shall be altered,
constructed or used except in accordance with the following:
19.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
2.3 ha (5.7 ac)
19.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
60.0 m (197.0 ft)
19.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
19.2.4
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
19.2.5
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft)
19.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft)
19.2.7
BUILDING HEIGHT, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
19.2.8
BUILDING FLOOR AREA, Minimum
3,720.0 m2 (40,043. ft2)
19.2.9
FLOOR AREA per commercial unit, Maximum
2,080.0 m2 (22,389.7 ft) or half (½) of the total building floor area
whichever is greater
19.3 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, off-street parking, off-street loading, buffer areas, and garbage storage
areas, shall be provided in accordance with the applicable regulations of Section 6 -
General Provisions.
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SECTION 20 - C5 - HAMLET COMMERCIAL ZONE
20.1 PERMITTED USES
- Antique Store/Market
- Automobile Service Station
- Business or Professional Office
- Church/Place of Worship
- Commercial or Private Club
- Companion Animal Office
- Convenience Store
- Day Nursery
- Farmer's Market
- Financial Office
- Gas Bar
- Medical Clinic
- Parking Area
- Personal Service Shop
- Place of Entertainment
- Place of Recreation
- Public Building
- Public Uses
- Restaurant (Dining, Drive-in, Drive-Thru, Take-Out)
- Retail Store
- Service or Repair Shops
- Accessory residential dwelling unit except in conjunction with an automotive use
- Accessory uses buildings and structures to the above permitted uses.
20.2 REGULATIONS
20.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
0.4 ha (1 ac)
20.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
20.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
20.2.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
3.0m (9.8ft) or 4.5m (14.8 ft) abutting any residential zone.
20.2.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.6 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
20.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
20.2.7
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
40%
20.2.8
BUILDING HEIGHT, Maximum
12.0 m (39.4 ft)
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20.2.9
ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL USES
20.2.9.1
Apartments: Subject to the regulations as specified in Section
16.3 and Section 17.4.10 of this By-law.
20.2.9.2
Single-detached Residential Dwelling:
a) Subject to the yard setbacks of Section 20.2 of this By-law
b) Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.4 ft)
c) Floor Area, Minimum
102.2 m² (1,100.0 ft²)
20.2.10
OTHER PROVISIONS
a) No outdoor storage areas shall be permitted.
b) Regulations for off-street parking, off-street loading, accessory uses,
buffer Areas and garbage storage shall be in accordance with the
applicable regulations of Section 6 - General Provisions.
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SECTION 21 - MU1 - MIXED USE ZONE
21.1 PERMITTED USES
Within any MU1 ZONE, no land shall be used and no building or structure shall be
constructed, altered or used except for one or more of the following uses:
- Any use permitted in the R2 Zone subject to the applicable regulations of that Zone
- Any use permitted in the R3 Zone subject to the applicable regulations of that Zone
- Any of the following uses subject to the C1 Central Commercial Zone regulations:
- Bus Depot
- Business or Professional Office
- Church (subject to the IN institutionalized Zone regulations)
- Commercial School or Studio
- Cultural Entertainment Facility
- Financial Office
- Funeral home (subject to the regulations of the C2 Highway Commercial
Zone)
- Group Home
- Hotel
- Library
- Medical Clinic
- Parking Lots
- Personal Service Shop
- Private or Commercial Club
- Public Uses
- Public Buildings
- Restaurants (Dining and Take-out)
- Service or Repair Shop
- Tavern
- Any of the following uses subject to the C3 Neighbourhood Commercial Zone
regulations:
- Convenience store
- Neighbourhood store
- Day Nursery
- A Home for the Aged, Rest Home, Nursing Home subject to the regulations of
the Institutional Zone
21.2 DWELLING UNITS ACCESSORY TO A COMMERCIAL USE
Subject to the C1 Zone regulations as specified in Section 16.3 of this By-law.
21.3 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, off-street parking, off-street loading, buffer areas and garbage storage
areas shall be provided in accordance with the applicable regulations of Section 6 -
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shall be located within 1.5 m (4.9 ft) of any property line.
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SECTION 22 - MU2 - MAIN STREET MIXED USE ZONE
22.1 PERMITTED USES
Within any MU2 ZONE, no land shall be used and no building or structure shall be
constructed, altered or used except for one or more of the following uses:
- Any use permitted in the MU1 Zone and subject to the applicable zone regulations
as provided
- Any of the following uses subject to the applicable regulations of the Highway
Commercial C2 Zone
- An automotive sales establishment, including trucks, boats, snowmobiles and farm
implements
- An automotive service station
- An automotive washing establishment
- A financial office
- A gas bar
- A restaurant, including drive-in, drive-thru or take-out
22.2 DWELLING UNITS ACCESSORY TO A COMMERCIAL USE
Subject to the C1 Zone regulations as specified in Section 16.3 of this By-law, except that
a lot containing an automotive use or gas bar shall not contain an accessory residential
dwelling or accessory residential dwelling unit.
22.3 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, off-street parking, off-street loading, garbage storage and buffer areas
shall be provided in accordance with the applicable regulations of Section 6 - General
Provisions, except that no accessory building for Commercial or Institutional uses shall be
located within 1.5 m (4.9 ft) of any property line.
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SECTION 23 - AC - AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL ZONE
23.1 PERMITTED USES
- Agriculturally related Commercial or Industrial use
- Agricultural products Processing, Storing and Sales
- Companion Animal Office
- Commercial Greenhouse and/or Nursery
- Farm Implement Sales and Service
- Farm Supply Outlet
- Farm Produce Sales Outlet
- Fertilizer Processing Establishments
- Grain Drying Establishments
- Livestock Yards
- Veterinarian Clinic
- Accessory residential dwelling unit
- Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures to the above permitted uses.
23.2 REGULATIONS
23.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
0.4 ha (1 ac)
23.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
61.0 m (200.0 ft)
23.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
23.2.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft); 12 m (39.4 ft) abutting any residential zone.
23.2.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
23.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
23.2.7
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
30% (main building)
23.2.8
SETBACK FROM RESIDENTIAL
No Agricultural Commercial use, including outdoor storage and display
areas shall be located with 121.9 m (400.0 ft) of a residence on an
adjacent lot.
23.3 ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL USES
A single detached residential use in compliance with the following:
a)
Subject to the yard setbacks of Section 23.2 of this By-law
b)
Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
c)
Floor Area, Minimum
102.2 m2 (1,100.0 ft2)
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23.4 MINIMUM DISTANCE SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS
The minimum distance separation requirements - MDS 1 and MDS II - of Section 6.17
shall apply to the establishment of all permitted uses within the Agricultural Zone.
23.5 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, off-street parking, off-street loading, Buffer Areas, Garbage Storage
Areas, outdoor display areas and outdoor storage areas shall be provided in accordance
with the applicable General Provisions of Section 6 of this By-law.
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SECTION 24 - M1 - INDUSTRIAL ZONE
24.1 PERMITTED USES
- Manufacturing, processing, assembly, repair, fabricating, milling except for a motor
vehicle recycling and salvage or wrecking facility, junk or scrap yard, fertilizer
manufacturer, abattoir, rendering plant or any use considered offensive by the Public
Health Act or uses restricted in all zones as per section 6.35.
- Automotive Body Repair Shop
- Bakeries
- Builder or Contractor's Yard
- Building Supply Outlet
- Bulk Fuel Depot
- Business or Professional Office
- Custom Workshop
- Dry Cleaning Plant
- Farm Machinery Sales and Service
- Feed Mill, Seed plant, Grain Elevator
- Heavy Equipment Sales and Rental
- Industrial Mall
- Mini-Storage Facility
- Parking Area
- Parking Lot
- Rental Outlet
- Research and Laboratory Facilities
- Service Industry
- Service or Repair Shop
- Printing Establishment
- Public Works Yard
- Sewage Treatment Facility
- Transport Establishment
- Warehouse
- Water Treatment Facility
- Wholesale Outlet
- Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures including cafeteria for employees, factory
outlet, storage yards, showrooms and places of recreation
24.2 REGULATIONS
24.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
929.0 m2 (10,000 ft2)
24.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
20.0 m (65.6 ft)
24.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
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24.2.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
3.0 m (9.8 ft); 9.2 m (30.2 ft) where an M1 Zone abuts any residential
zone.
24.2.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
24.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft); 9.2 m (30.2 ft) where an M1 Zone abuts any residential
zone.
24.2.7
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
60%
24.2.8
BUILDING HEIGHT-Maximum
12.0 m (39.4 ft)
24.3 PARKING SPACE REGULATION
In addition to the required number of parking spaces set out in Section 6.27, a maximum
of three visitor parking spaces for passenger vehicles may be provided in the required
front yard for the first 15.0 m (49.2 ft) of front wall of the principal building plus one
additional visitor parking space for each additional 7.6 m (24.9 ft) of front wall in excess
of the first 15.0 m (49.2 ft).
24.4 ACCESSORY RETAIL
Accessory retailing of products shall be permitted subject to the following regulations:
a)
A maximum of 25% of the gross floor area is used within
i)
The main industrial building, or
ii)
Each individual unit in an industrial mall.
b)
The products to be sold must be produced on the site.
24.5 LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS
A landscaping area shall be provided and thereafter maintained in the entire required
front yard except where front yard parking is established under the provisions of Section
24.3 in which case the remainder of the area shall be landscaped across the entire lot
frontage including exterior side yard, except for provisions of ingress and egress.
24.6 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, off-street parking, off-street loading, Buffer Areas, Garbage Storage
Areas, outdoor display areas and outdoor storage areas shall be provided in accordance
with the applicable General Provisions of Section 6 of this By-law.
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SECTION 24B - M2 - LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ZONE
24B.1 PERMITTED USES
Within any M2 Zone, no land shall be used and no building or structure shall be
constructed, altered or used except for one or more of the following:
- Automotive accessories shop
- Automotive washing establishment
- Business or professional office
- Catering Establishment
- Cleaning service
- Commercial recreation use
- Commercial school or studio
- Computer programming establishment
- Data processing establishment
- Laboratory or research facility
- Mini-storage warehouse
- A parking lot
- Photofinishing establishment
- Printing, publishing or packaging establishment
- Public building
- Public utility
- Rental outlet
- Service industry
- Service or repair shop
- Veterinarian's clinic
- Warehouse
- Uses accessory to the foregoing permitted uses including an office, showroom,
lunchroom, cafeteria or a retail outlet which does not exceed 30% of the gross floor
area of the main building, may also be permitted.
24B.2 REGULATIONS
24B.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
929.0 m² (10,000 ft²)
24B.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
20.0 m (65.6 ft)
24B.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
24B.2.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
3.0m (9.8 ft); 9.2m (30.2 ft) where an M1 Zone abuts any residential zone.
24B.2.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
24B.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.6m (24.9 ft); 9.2m (30.2 ft) where an M1 Zone abuts any residential
zone.
24B.2.7
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
60%
24B.2.8
BUILDING HEIGHT-Maximum
12.0 m (39.4 ft)
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24B.3 PARKING SPACE REGULATION
In addition to the required number of parking spaces set out in Section 6.27, a maximum
of three visitor parking spaces for passenger vehicles may be provided in the required
front yard for the first 15.0 m (49.2 ft) of front wall of the principal building plus one
additional visitor parking space for each additional 7.6 m (24.9 ft) of front wall in excess
of the first 15.0 m (49.2 ft).
24B.4 ACCESSORY RETAIL
Accessory retailing of products shall be permitted subject to the following regulations:
a)
A maximum of 25% of the gross floor area is used within
i)
The main industrial building, or
ii)
Each individual unit in an industrial mall.
b)
The products to be sold must be produced on the site.
24B.5 LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS
A landscaping area shall be provided and thereafter maintained in the entire required
front yard except where front yard parking is established under the provisions of Section
24B.3 in which case the remainder of the area shall be landscaped and a planting strip
shall be provided across the entire lot frontage except for provisions of ingress and egress.
24B.6 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, off-street parking, off-street loading, Buffer Areas, Garbage Storage
Areas, outdoor display areas and outdoor storage areas shall be provided in accordance
with the applicable General Provisions of Section 6 of this By-law.
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SECTION 25 - RIN - RURAL INDUSTRIAL ZONES
25.1 PERMITTED USES
- Automotive Body Repair Shop
- Automotive Service Station
- Builders or Contractors Yard
- Business or Professional Office
- Custom Workshop
- Dry Industry
- Excavator
- Feed Mill, Seed Plant, Grain Elevator
- Mini-storage Establishment
- Parking Area Lot
- Public Building
- Public Uses
- Public Works Yard
- Service or Repair Shop
- Service Industry
- Septic Tank Service
- Transport Establishment
- Warehouse
- Well Driller
- Wholesale Outlet
- Existing Agricultural uses
- Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures including offices, cafeteria, factory outlet,
storage yards, showrooms and places of recreation
25.2 REGULATIONS
25.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
0.4 ha (1 ac)
25.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
25.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority as specified in the applicable regulations in Section 6.31 of
this By-law.
25.2.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
3.0 m (9.8 ft); 9.2 m (30.2 ft) where a Rural Industrial Zone abuts any
residential zone.
25.2.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority as specified in the applicable regulations in Section 6.31 of
this By-law.
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25.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft); 9.2 m (30.2 ft) where a Rural Industrial Zone abuts any
residential zone.
25.2.7
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
30%
25.2.8
BUILDING HEIGHT, Maximum
12.0 m (39.4 ft)
25.2.9
RESIDENTIAL SETBACKS
No industrial activity including outdoor storage areas shall be located
within 60.0 m (196.9 ft) of a residence on an abutting lot.
25.3 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, off-street parking, off-street loading, Buffer Areas, Garbage Storage
Areas, outdoor display areas and outdoor storage areas shall be provided in accordance
with the applicable General Provisions of Section 6 of this By-law.
25.4 ACCESSORY RETAIL
Accessory retailing of products shall be permitted subject to the following regulations:
a)
A maximum of 25% of the gross floor area is used within
i)
The main industrial building, or
ii)
Each individual unit in an industrial mall.
b)
The products to be sold must be produced on the site.
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SECTION 26 - EI - EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL ZONE
26.1 PERMITTED USES
- A licensed extractive pit or quarry under the Aggregate Resources Act, as amended
from time to time
- Asphalt or Concrete Plant existing as of the day of the passing of the by-law within
an EI Zone.
- Aggregate Transfer Station
- Temporary Portable Asphalt Plant
- Processing or extracted materials within a permitted licensed pit or quarry including
screening, sorting, working, crushing, storing and other similar operations.
- Accessory uses, buildings and structures to the above permitted uses.
26.2 REGULATIONS
26.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
2.0 ha (4.9 ac)
26.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
26.3 SETBACKS
a)
No building, structure, plant or product stockpile shall be located on the pit site
within 30.0 m (98.4 ft) of any zone boundary nor within 100.0 m (328.0 ft) of the
boundary of any Residential use or Zone on adjacent property.
b)
No pitface or quarry excavation shall be located closer than 30 m (98.4 ft) from a
public road allowance or closer than 15.0m (49.2 ft) of a zone boundary. The
stockpiling of berm material containing only topsoil and overburden material is
permissible within the required pitface/excavation setback area.
26.4 OTHER PROVISIONS
Except for the specific regulations in Section 26.3, accessory uses shall be established in
accordance with the applicable regulations of Section 6.1.
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SECTION 27 - IN - INSTITUTIONAL ZONE
27.1 PERMITTED USES
- Institutional uses
- Medical Clinic
- Day Nursery
- Home for the Aged
- Rest Home
- Hospital
- Nursing Home
- Places of Worship
- School
- Public Buildings
- Private Clubs
- Accessory uses, buildings and structures to the above permitted uses including
auditoriums and assembly halls.
27.2 REGULATIONS
27.2.1
LOT AREA, Minimum
With full municipal services
615.0 m2 (6,620.0 ft2)
With private services
0.4 ha (1.0 ac)
27.2.2
LOT FRONTAGE, Minimum
With full municipal services
20.1 m (66.0 ft)
With private services
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
27.2.3
FRONT YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
Road authority regulations as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
27.2.4
INTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
½ (half) the building height; where ½ (half) the building height is less than
3.0 m (9.8 ft), the minimum interior side yard shall be 3.0 m (9.8 ft)
27.2.5
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority regulations as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
27.2.6
REAR YARD, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
27.2.7
LOT COVERAGE, Maximum
40%
27.3 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, off-street parking requirements and garbage storage areas shall be in
accordance with the requirements of the applicable regulations of Section 6 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
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27.4 HOLDING PROVISIONS (Part of Lot 84 and 85, Concession D - Map 3 -
Harriston)
Council may pass a by-law removing the holding symbol once it is satisfied that the
following have been addressed:
- Site has been remediated to Ministry of the Environment requirements and an
acknowledge Record of Site Condition shall be proof the site has been remediated to
an acceptable standard of condition.
- Permitted uses until the holding has been removed shall be all uses legally existing at
the time of passing of the by-law.
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SECTION 28 - OS - OPEN SPACE ZONE
28.1 PERMITTED USES
- Campgrounds
- Community Centre
- Fairgrounds
- Golf Course
- Golf Driving Range
- Passive Recreation
- Parks
- Parking Lots
- Places of Recreation
- Cemetery including mausoleums and crematoriums
- Accessory uses, buildings and structures
28.2 REGULATIONS
28.2.1
Lot Area, Minimum
None
28.2.2
Lot Frontage, Minimum
None
28.2.3
Front Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority regulations as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
28.2.4
Interior Side Yard, Minimum
3.0 m (9.8 ft); 9.2 m (30.2 ft) where an OS Zone abuts any residential zone.
28.2.5
Exterior Side Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft) plus any applicable distance required by the applicable
road authority regulations as specified in Section 6.31 of this By-law.
28.2.6
Rear Yard, Minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
28.2.7
Lot Coverage, Maximum
40% for buildings only
28.3 OTHER PROVISIONS
Accessory uses, off-street parking requirements, and garbage storage areas shall be in
accordance with the requirements of the applicable regulations of Section 6 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
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SECTION 29 - FD - FUTURE DEVELOPMENT ZONE
29.1 PERMITTED USES
- Agricultural uses, except no new buildings, structures or expansions to existing uses
buildings and structures.
- Uses, building and structures lawfully existing on the date of passing of this By-law
29.2 REGULATIONS
As existing on the date of passing of this By-law.
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SECTION 30 - NE - NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ZONE
30.1 PERMITTED USES
- Agricultural uses excluding:
- New buildings and structures
- New hobby barns
- Conservation uses including:
- Forest Management
- Fish and wildlife management
- Flood control
- Erosion Control
- Municipal drains
- Passive recreation
- Existing uses, buildings and structures, permitted as of the date of passing of this By-
law
- Minor buildings/structures accessory to an existing residential dwelling, permitted
as of the date of passing of this By-law.
30.2 REGULATIONS
Within any NE Zone, no land shall be used and no new building or new structure shall be
constructed, altered or used except in accordance with the following regulations:
a)
No alteration or disturbance to watercourses or to municipal drains associated
with open watercourses will be permitted without the prior written approval of
the Conservation Authority having jurisdiction in the area.
b)
Maintenance of existing driveways within the natural environment shall be
permitted. New driveways and improvements will require prior written approval
from the Conservation Authority having jurisdiction in the area.
c)
Any cutting or destruction of trees shall be subject to the requirements of the
County of Wellington Tree Cutting By-law.
d)
Non-habitable buildings and structures accessory to a Conservation or Passive
Recreation use shall meet front, rear and side yard requirements of the
Agricultural Zone.
e)
Related Natural Environment Setbacks are contained within the applicable
regulations of Section 6-General Provisions of this By-law.
f)
Interpretation of the limits of NE zone boundaries shall be governed by Section
2.6 of this By-law.
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30.3 MINOR ACCESSORY BUILDINGS/STRUCTURES
Minor buildings/structures accessory to an existing residential dwelling, permitted as of
the date of passing of this By-law, shall be permitted subject to the following regulations:
a)
The combined maximum floor area for all minor accessory buildings or structures
shall not exceed 46.5m2 (500.0 ft2).
b)
Accessory buildings or structures shall not be located in a required front or
required exterior side yard and shall not be located closer than 3.0 m (9.8 ft) to
the rear or interior lot line.
c)
Prior written approval of the Conservation Authority having jurisdiction in the area
is required to ensure that the risk to life and property are not adversely affected
and to ensure that there will be no significant environmental impacts.
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SECTION 31 - (FL) - FLOOD WAY ZONE
No person shall within any Flood Way Zone use any land, or erect, alter or use any building or
structure except in accordance with the following provisions:
31.1 PERMITTED USES
a)
A conservation use including structures associated with flood or erosion control;
b)
A Park but does not include building or structures;
c)
Uses and structures associated with non-essential municipal services and public
utilities subject to the provisions of subsection 27.2; and
d)
Existing agricultural, residential, commercial or industrial uses, buildings and
structures
31.2 REGULATIONS
a)
Existing buildings or structures located in the Flood Way Zone north of Margaret
Street, if damaged, may be permitted to reconstruct provided flooding did not
cause the damage.
b)
All reconstruction of existing buildings and structures shall maintain the same
ground floor area and gross floor area as the original building or structure and will
incorporate appropriate flood proofing measures approved by the Maitland Valley
Conservation Authority.
c)
No placement of fill will be permitted, except that required for minor landscaping,
flood and erosion control, non-essential municipal utilities and services and
subject to the prior written approval of the Conservation Authority.
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SECTION 32 - (FF1) - FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
The "Flood Fringe Overlay Zone One (FF1)" applies to those lands within the former Town of
Harriston that have the potential of flooding during a Regional Storm Flood Event. In the areas
zoned FF1, the minimum flood proofing standards required for the 1:100 Year Flood shall be
applied to all new construction and additions to existing buildings and structures.
The provisions of the FF1 Zone shall be applied in addition to the regulations of the "underlying"
zone which are identified by a zone symbol on Schedule "A" - Map 3 of this By-law.
The lands to which the FF1 Overlay Zone applies are identified by a shading pattern on Schedule
"A" - Map 3 of this By-law.
Explanatory Note: Anyone who proposes to undertake development or
redevelopment of land which is zoned FF1 on Schedule "A"- Map 3 is reminded
that, in addition to the requirements of this By-law, the approval of the Maitland
Valley Conservation Authority pursuant to regulations made under the
Conservation Authorities Act, S.O, 1980 is required, also.
32.1 PERMITTED USES
Uses permitted, including additions to existing uses, buildings and structures in the FF1
Zone shall be in accordance with the applicable "underlying" zoning provisions of this By-
law except that the establishment of new uses for the following purposes will not be
permitted,
i)
The manufacturing, storage, disposal and/or use of a hazardous substance;
ii)
Institutional uses that provide human habitation such as hospitals, nursing homes
and schools; and
iii)
Essential municipal services such as police, fire and ambulance and electrical
substations.
32.2 REGULATIONS
The 1:100 Year Flood shall be used to determine the minimum flood proofing
requirements for all new construction including additions to existing uses, buildings and
structures within the FF1 Zone.
32.2.1 FLOOD PROOFING REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL
USES
a)
The main floor of all buildings used for residential purposes shall be located
above the 1:100 Year Flood elevation;
b)
Openings to living space shall not be permitted below the 1:100 Year Flood
elevation;
c)
Foundations, walls and floors located below the 1:100 Year Flood elevation
shall be designed to withstand the hydrostatic pressures associated with
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this flood. Materials used for construction shall be of a type not subject to
deterioration by water or by alternate wetting and drying and shall be
certified by a Professional Engineer with expertise in flood proofing;
d)
Basement floors may be permitted to be constructed to a maximum of one
metre below the Regulatory Flood elevation; and
e)
All mechanical and electrical services shall be located above or protected
to the 1:100 Year Flood elevation.
32.2.2 FLOOD PROOFING REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL USES
a)
All window openings shall be located above the 1:100 Year Flood elevation;
b)
Main floor levels and doorway openings may be permitted below the 1:100
Year Flood elevation provided flood proofing measures are incorporated
into the design of doorway openings and shall be certified by a Professional
Engineer with expertise in flood proofing;
c)
Foundations, walls, and floors located below the 1:100 Year Flood
elevation shall be designed and constructed to withstand the hydrostatic
pressures associated with this flood level, and shall be certified by a
Professional Engineer with expertise in flood proofing;
d)
All mechanical and electrical services shall be located above or protected
to the 1:100 Year Flood elevation; and
e)
Where residential uses are proposed in conjunction with a commercial or
industrial use, the flood proofing regulations of subsection 32.2.1 shall
apply for that portion of the structure to be used for residential purposes.
32.2.3 FLOOD PROOFING REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCESSORY BUILDINGS AND
STRUCTURES AND MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
a)
Accessory structures, storage buildings, garages and sheds shall be
designed and constructed to prevent flotation or movement under 1:100
year flood conditions.
b)
The storage of materials or the placement of fill that may result in pollution
during a flood event shall not be permitted.
32.2.4 GENERAL FLOOD PROOFING REQUIREMENTS
a)
In accordance with the "underlying" zone provisions, the change in land
use from one permitted use to another permitted use shall satisfy all
applicable flood proofing requirements of Section 32.2.
b)
The placement of fill in the Flood Fringe (FF1 Zone) may be permitted
subject to the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority's regulations.
c)
Access for all new buildings and structures shall be designed to allow for
safe vehicular and pedestrian movement during flooding.
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SECTION 33 - (FF2) - FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
The "Flood Fringe Overlay Zone Two (FF2)" applies to those lands within the former Town of
Harriston that have the potential of flooding during a Regional Storm Flood Event. In the areas
zoned FF2, the minimum flood proofing standards required for the Regulatory Flood shall be
applied to all new construction and additions to existing buildings and structures.
The provisions of the FF2 Zone shall be applied in addition to the regulations of the "underlying"
zone which are identified by a zone symbol on Schedule "A"- Map 3 of this By-law.
The lands to which the FF2 Overlay Zone applies are identified by a shading pattern on Schedule
"A" - Map 3 of this By-law.
Explanatory Note: Anyone who proposes to undertake development or
redevelopment of land which is zoned FF2 on Schedule "A" - Map 3 is reminded
that, in addition to the requirements of this By-law, the approval of the Maitland
Valley Conservation Authority pursuant to regulations made under the
Conservation Authorities Act, S.O, 1980 is required, also.
33.1 PERMITTED USES
Uses permitted, including additions to existing uses, buildings and structures, shall be in
accordance with the applicable "underlying" zoning provisions of this By-law except that
the establishment of new uses for the following purposes will not be permitted,
a)
The manufacturing, storage, disposal and/or use of a hazardous substance;
ii)
Institutional uses providing human habitation such as hospitals, nursing
homes and schools; and
iii)
Essential municipal services such as police, fire and ambulance and
electrical substations.
33.2 REGULATIONS
The Regulatory Flood shall be used to determine the minimum flood proofing
requirements for all new construction including additions to existing uses, buildings and
structures in the FF2 Zone.
33.2.1 FLOOD PROOFING REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL
USES
a)
The main floor of all buildings used for residential purposes shall be above
the Regulatory Flood elevation;
b)
Openings to living space shall not be permitted below the Regulatory Flood
elevation;
c)
Foundations, walls and floors located below the Regulatory Flood
elevation must be designed to withstand the hydrostatic pressures
associated with this flood. Construction materials shall be of a type not
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subject to deterioration by water or by alternate wetting and drying and
shall be certified by a Professional Engineer with expertise in flood
proofing;
d)
The construction of full basements in areas subject to more than one
metre of flooding will not be permitted unless the site can be raised by
filling so that the structure will be subject to less than one metre of
flooding; and
e)
All mechanical and electrical services shall be located above or protected
to the Regulatory Flood elevation.
33.2.2 FLOOD PROOFING REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL USES
a)
All window openings shall be located above the level of the Regulatory
Flood elevation;
b)
Main floor levels and doorway openings may be located below the
Regulatory Flood elevation where flood proofing measures are
incorporated into the design of doorway openings, and shall be certified
by a Professional Engineer with expertise in flood proofing;
c)
Foundations, walls and floors located below the Regulatory Flood
elevation shall be designed and constructed to withstand the hydrostatic
pressures associated with this flood level, and shall be certified by a
Professional Engineer with expertise in flood proofing;
d)
All mechanical and electrical services shall be located above or protected
to the Regulatory Flood elevation; and
e)
Where residential uses are proposed in conjunction with a commercial or
industrial use, the applicable flood proofing regulations of Section 33.2.1
shall apply to that portion of the structure to be used for residential
purposes.
33.2.3 FLOOD PROOFING REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCESSORY BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES
AND MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
a)
Accessory structures, storage buildings, garages, and sheds, shall be
designed and constructed to prevent flotation or movement under
Regulatory Flood Event conditions.
b)
The storage of materials, or the placement of fill, that may result in
pollution during a flood event will not be permitted.
33.2.4 GENERAL FLOOD PROOFING REQUIREMENTS
a)
In accordance with the "underlying" zone provisions, the change in land
use from one permitted use to another permitted use shall satisfy all appli-
cable flood proofing requirements of Section 33.2.
b)
The placement of fill in the Flood Fringe (FF2 Zone) may be permitted
subject to the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority's regulations.
c)
Access for all new buildings and structures shall be designed to allow for
safe vehicular and pedestrian movement during flooding.
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SECTION 34 - EXCEPTION ZONE 1 - CLIFFORD VILLAGE
The following provisions apply to the area within the former Village of Clifford and as shown in
Schedule "A" - Map 2 of this By-law.
The following provisions shall have effect notwithstanding anything else in this By-law and other
provisions of this By-law shall be deemed to be amended insofar as is necessary to give effect
thereto:
EXCEPTION ZONES
SPECAL PROVISIONS
34.1
Lots 336 and
339
between
Geddes St. W.
and Allan St. W.
M1-1
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned M1-1 may only be used for a contractor's yard. The
contractor's yard use shall be subject to the following
regulations:
a)
Notwithstanding the definition for a "Contractor's
Yard" in Section 5.62 of this by-law, the storage and
maintenance of heavy machinery or equipment shall not be
permitted.
b)
The contractors yard use shall not create or permit a
noise or other nuisance that disturbs the adjacent residential
properties.
c)
A treed buffer area or fence shall be required along the
northern property boundary that is shared with the former rail
line - future trail.
d)
Notwithstanding Section 24.2.4 of the Industrial Zone,
a tarp structure shall be allowed to be located within the M1-
1 zone, provided the following interior side yards are present:
- 4.87 m (16 ft) to the southwest
- 3.04 m (10 ft) to the northeast
34.2
William &
Geddes
R3-2
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned R3-2 the existing building may be used for a 10
(ten) unit apartment residential dwelling, including uses,
buildings and structures accessory thereto.
34.3
Elora St S.
R1C-3
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned R1C-3 may be used for a business or professional
office within the existing building, including uses, buildings
and structures accessory thereto.
34.4
24 Minto St N.
R2-4(H)
Notwithstanding any other section of the by-law to the
contrary, for the lands zoned R2-4 the following regulations
shall apply for street townhouses only:
i) Minimum lot area per dwelling unit of 240 m² (2,583.4
ft²)
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ii) Maximum lot coverage of 60% for bungalow/1 storey
units. For further clarity, the bungalow/1 storey units
may also contain a loft.
Holding (H) Provision
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this by-law,
permitted uses and buildings are limited to those legally
existing as of the date of the passing of this amendment until
the Holding (H) Provision is removed by Council. The Holding
provision may be removed when Council is satisfied that the
following matters have been addressed:
i) Municipal water and sewage servicing is or will be
made available to the land;
ii) Stormwater management has been adequately
addressed.
(Thiessen By-law 2024-015)
34.5
Elora St. N.
C2-5
In addition to the uses permitted by the C2 Highway
Commercial Zone, the land zoned C2-5 may be used for a dry
goods warehouse.
Notwithstanding Section 6.3 of this by-law, a buffer area shall
not be required on the C2-5 Property.
34.6
James St E.
R3-6
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned R3-6 may be used for a Senior Citizens Apartment
Residential Dwelling including uses, buildings and structures
accessory thereto, subject to the following:
a) Lot Area, minimum
8,361 m² (90,000 ft²)
b) Lot Frontage, minimum
140.2 m (460 ft)
c) Front Yard, minimum
8.2 m (27 ft)
d) Interior Side Yard, minimum
10.1 m (33 ft)
e) Rear Yard, minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
f) Building Height, maximum
2 ½ storeys
g) Lot Coverage, maximum
40%
h) Floor Area, minimum
i) One Bedroom
50.2 m2 (540 ft2)
ii) Two Bedrooms
59.9 m2 (645 ft2)
i) Off Street Parking Requirements
i) One space for each residential dwelling unit.
ii) parking is permitted in any side, front or rear yard
provided that not more than 50 percent of the
aggregate area of each individual yard is occupied by
parking spaces
j) Density, maximum
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i) One residential dwelling unit for each 380 m2 (4,090
ft2) of lot area, if lot is serviced by municipal water and
a private sewage treatment system; or
ii) One residential dwelling unit for each 189.5 m2 (2,040
ft2) of lot area, if lot is serviced by municipal water and
municipal sewage treatment system.
k) Accessory Uses:
No accessory buildings or structures shall be located in the
required front yard nor within 1.2 m (4.0 ft) of a side or
rear lot line.
All other applicable regulations of the Zoning By-law shall
apply to the land zoned R3-6, except as specifically set out
by this exception.
In addition to the foregoing, these lands may also be used
for a single detached residential dwelling in accordance
with the R1C Zone regulations.
34.7
Mill St.
M1-7
Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-law to the contrary,
for the land zoned M1-7, the minimum front yard shall be as
existing on the date of passing of this By-law. All other
applicable regulations of the Zoning By-law shall apply.
34.8
Allan St. W.
R1A-8
Notwithstanding the lot area and frontage requirements of
the R1A Zone or any other provision of this By-law to the
contrary, the lots zoned R1A-8 may be used for a permitted
use, subject to the following regulations:
a) Lot Area, minimum
2,023.4 m2 (21,780 ft2)
b) Lot Frontage, minimum
40.2 m (132 ft)
34.9
Queen &
Cecelia
R1B-9
Notwithstanding the lot area and frontage requirements of
the R1B Zone or any other provision of this By-law to the
contrary, the land zoned R1B-9 may be used for the permitted
uses of the R1B Zone, subject to the following regulations:
a) Lot Area, minimum
2043.8 m2 (22,000 ft2)
b) Lot Frontage, minimum
40.2 m (132 ft)
34.10
M1-10
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 24.2 and any
provision to the contrary, the lands zoned M1-10 may be used
for a Waste Water Management Treatment Facility, along
with associated uses, subject to the following:
a) A 150 m (500 ft) setback from the Waste Water
Treatment
facility
to
buildings
and
adjacent
properties. All other applicable regulations of the
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Zoning By-law shall apply to these lands within this
zone, except as specifically set out by this exception.
34.11
W.Heritage St.
R1A-11
Notwithstanding the any provisions to the contrary, the land
zoned R1A-11 may be used for the permitted uses of Section
9.1, subject to the following regulations:
a) Lot Frontage, minimum
15.2 m (50 ft)
b) All other applicable regulations of the Zoning By-law
shall apply to the lands within this Zone, except as
specifically set out by this exception.
34.12
Wightman
Telephone
C2-12
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the
contrary, contrary, the land zoned C2-12 may only be used for
a private telephone and cable contracting business, along
with ancillary uses including associated offices, an accessory
retail sales outlet, warehousing or storing goods or materials
and vehicle maintenance and washing, subject to the
following:
a) OUTDOOR STORAGE AREA
The outdoor storage of goods, materials and equipment
shall be in accordance with the following provisions:
i)
Such storage area shall be located to the rear of the
front wall of the main building, but not in a
required side yard nor in a required rear yard;
ii) Such storage area shall not cover more than 25% of the
total area; and
iii) Such storage area shall be visually screened from view
from the street and any abutting land zoned for
residential.
b) All other applicable regulations of this By-law shall apply
to the lands within the Zone, except as specifically set out
by the exception.
34.13
C2-13
In addition to the permitted uses of Section 17, the lands
zoned C2-13 may be used for any of the permitted uses of
Section 17, as well as:
- An automotive accessories shop
- A caterer's establishment
- A cleaning establishment
- A computer programming establishment
- A data processing establishment
- An industrial mall
- A laboratory or research facility
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- A mini-storage warehouse
- A photofinishing establishment
- A printing establishment
- A rental outlet
- A service industry
- A warehouse
- Uses accessory to the foregoing permitted uses may
include an office, showroom, lunchroom, cafeteria or a
retail outlet, which does not exceed 30% of the gross
floor area of the main building, subject to the applicable
regulations of this By-law and the following special
provisions:
a) OUTDOOR STORAGE AREA
Outdoor storage areas shall be in accordance with the
following special provisions:
i) Such storage area shall be located to the rear of the
front wall of the main building, but not in a required
side yard nor in a required rear yard;
ii) Such storage area shall not cover more than 25% of
the total lot area; and
iii) Such storage area shall be visually screened from view
from the street and any abutting land zoned for
residential, institutional and open space purposes by a
solid fence, planting strip, wall or combination thereof,
which is minimum of 1.8 m (6ft) in height.
b) OUTDOOR DISPLAY AREA
The outdoor display of merchandise for sale or hire is
permitted subject to the provisions of Section 6.25 of this
By-law.
In addition to the provisions of Section 6.25, an outdoor
display area within the C2-13 Zone may be permitted in all
yards (except a required side yard or required rear yard)
provided it does not comprise more than 5% of the total
area of the lot and is screened from abutting land used for
residential, institutional and open space purposes as
required under (a) (iii) above.
c) Where the C2-13 Zone abuts any land zoned for
residential, institutional, or open space purposes, no
buildings shall be allowed within 30.5 m (100 ft) of said
land and no outdoor storage or display areas shall be
allowed within 15.2 m (50 ft) of said land.
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Accessory buildings, off-street parking and off-street
loading shall be provided in accordance with the
applicable regulations of Section 6-General Provisions for
all Zones, except that off-street parking and loading spaces
may be permitted in any yard but not within 6.1 m (20.0
ft) of any street line.
d) All other applicable regulations of this By-law shall apply
to the lands within the Zone, except as specifically set out
by this exception.
34.14
NE-14
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 30 and any other
provision to the contrary, within the land zoned NE-14, the
following special provisions shall apply:
a) Permitted Uses:
Storage of lumber and logs associated with the adjacent
M1 Zone industrial use.
b) Zone Requirements:
i) No building or structures will be permitted within the
NE-14 Zone.
ii) No outdoor storage of lumber and logs associated with
the abutting industrial use will be permitted within 30
m (100 ft) of the centerline of the Red River
(Coon Creek)
34.15
84 Elora St., N
C2-15
Notwithstanding any other section of the by-law to the
contrary, for the lands zoned C2-15 the following uses are
permitted:
- Any use permitted in the M2 (Light Industrial) zone
subject to the applicable regulations of that zone
- Automotive Accessories Shop
- Automotive Sales and Service Establishment
- Automotive Service Station
- Automotive Washing Establishment
- Beer Store
- Boat Sales and Service Establishment
- Business and/or Professional Offices
- Building Supply Outlet
- Bus Depots
- Commercial Nursery or Greenhouse
- Convenience Store
- Farm Implement Sales and Service Outlet
- Financial Office
- Gas Bar
- Liquor Store
- Parking Area
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- Parking Lot
- Public Buildings
- Public Uses
- Recreational Trailer Sales and Service Establishment
- Rental Outlet
- Service or Repair Shop
- Veterinarian Clinic
- U-Brew Establishment
- Wholesale Outlets
- Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures to the above
permitted uses
(2455219 Ontario Inc (Milne) By-law 2024-028)
34.16
R1B-16
The Natural Environment Zone boundary for the property is
reduced so that the new boundary is located 15 metres from
the top bank of Drain No. 93.
Notwithstanding Section 6.20.1a), or any section of this by-
law to the contrary, the minimum setback from the Natural
Environment (NE) zone for any building or structure, including
a private sewage treatment system and any associated tile
weeping bed shall be 0.0 metres in the R1B-16 zone.
Notwithstanding Section 6.20.2.a), or any other section of this
by-law to the contrary, the minimum setback from an open
municipal drain for any building or structure, including a
private sewage treatment system and any associated tile
weeping bed shall be 15.0 metres in the R1B-16 zone.
In addition, the following regulations will apply for all
buildings in the R1B-16 zone:
i) Minimum Building Opening Elevation - 369.68 metres,
where "Minimum Building Opening Elevation" means
the finished elevation of the lowest external opening
in the dwelling and all accessory buildings (e.g.
basement window sill, crawl space access, walkout
door sill, whichever is lowest)
ii) Minimum Building Envelope Elevation - 370.39
metres,
where
"Minimum
Building
Envelope
Elevation" means the finished elevation of the grade
at the building wall on the south side of the lot.
34.17
Nelson St W
R1B-17
Notwithstanding any other section of this by-law to the
contrary, for the lands zoned R1B-17, the following
regulations shall apply:
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- Minimum lot frontage of 14.6 m (47.9 ft)
(Stever By-law 2024-048)
34.18
Park Lot 3, 4, 5,
P
NE-18
Notwithstanding Section 30.2 and 6.20 or any other provisions
to the contrary, the land zoned NE-18 shall not be subject to
the 30.0 m (98.4 ft) setback from the limit of a Natural
Environment (NE) zone.
34.19
MU1-19
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 21.1 of the By-law,
the retail sale of antiques, art and home décor items shall be
permitted on the property zoned MU1-19, subject to the
following regulations:
i) Central Commercial C1 zone regulations shall apply,
except as follows:
Notwithstanding Section 16.2, the minimum required
interior side and rear yards shall be as existing at the
time of this amending By-law's approval.
Notwithstanding
Section
16.3,
the
accessory
residential use shall not be required to have a parking
space.
ii) Retail sales shall be limited to the ground floor portion
of the building only.
iii) The outdoor display of antiques, art and home décor
items shall be permitted provided:
a) It occurs only on, or in front of, the property zoned
MU1-19. In order to define "in front of", the side
lot lines shall be extended forward to define the
southern and northern limits of the display area.
Outdoor display shall not be permitted on, or in
front of, any portion of neighbouring properties
b) It does not interfere with pedestrian traffic, sight
lines or the neighbours entrance
c) It does not create a traffic hazard
d) Outdoor display items are moved indoors after
business hours each day.
34.20
R1B-20
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 10.1 of the By-law,
a medical clinic (including denture clinic) shall be permitted on
the land zoned R1B-20. Any development shall be subject to
the R1B regulations. Notwithstanding Section 10.3,
Landscaped Area, the existing parking area in the front yard
shall be permitted.
34.21
R1B-21
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 10.1 of the by-law,
a Semi - Detached or Duplex Dwelling shall be permitted on
the land zoned R1B-21. Any development shall be subject to
the R1B regulations except a semi - detached or duplex
dwelling, which will be subject to the provisions of sections
12.2.2 or 12.2.3 respectively.
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R2-22
Notwithstanding the uses permitted in Section 12.1
Residential R2, only the existing, single detached dwelling is
permitted at this time.
However, other more intensive R2 residential uses shall be
permitted, provided a flood plain analysis is completed to the
satisfaction of the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority
which demonstrates that the existing building or any
proposed building is not or will not be located within the flood
plain. Should the flood plain analysis demonstrate that the
existing building or any proposed building is or will be located
within the floodplain, more intensive R2 residential uses shall
not be permitted.
(Bowen By-law 10-72)
34.23
FD-23
Notwithstanding Section 29.1, Future Development, or
Section 6.8 (b), a residential dwelling of any type is not
permitted without an amendment to this by-law.
(Murray By-law 2011-67)
34.24
R2-24
The area zoned R2-24 consists of two lots created by consent.
One of the following uses shall be permitted in the zone.
a) A Single Detached Dwelling on each of the two lots,
provided that they are developed in compliance with
the requirements of Section 10, Residential R1B Zone,
or,
b) A total of one Fourplex within the zone (i.e. on the two
lots together), provided it is developed in compliance
with the requirements of Section 12.2.5, Fourplex, and
the following additional requirements:
i) Minimum Lot Frontage 40.23 m. (132 ft.)
ii) Notwithstanding Section 12.2.5.4, the Minimum
Interior Sideyard shall be 0.0 m (0.0 ft.) where the
fourplex straddles the common boundary between
the two lots.
(Murray By-law 2011-67)
34.25
Deleted by By-law 2022-12.
34.26
Deleted
34.27
R1C-27
Notwithstanding section 11.2.5 of this by-law to the contrary,
the following setback will be permitted:
- Exterior sideyard setback - 3.0 m (9.8 ft)
(Molto By-law 2014-47)
34.28
R1B-28
Uses permitted in the Residential R1B zone shall be permitted
on a property, subject to the regulations of Section 10.2. In
addition, a second residential unit shall also be permitted in
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form of a semi-detached dwelling, subject to the regulations
of Section 12.2.2, 12.3 and 12.4.
(Minto By-law 2016-20)
34.29
R2-29
Notwithstanding Section 12.2.5.6 of this by-law, the minimum
rear yard setback permitted is 3.0 m (10 ft).
Notwithstanding Section 6.27.4 a) or any other section of this
by-law, the required parking may be located in front of the
main building.
Notwithstanding Section 12.3 ii) or any other section of this
by-law, a minimum of 1.5 m (5 ft) landscaping strip is required
along the front yard.
In addition, the following sections of the by-law must apply:
- Section 6.3 Buffer Area along the north property line
(adjacent to 44 Elora St S); and
- Section 6.9 External Lighting.
(Bray By-law 2019-83)
34.30
Con D, Pt Lt 61
41 Park Street
West
R2-30(H)
Notwithstanding any other provision of the by-law to the
contrary, the following regulations apply to this zone:
Single Detached Dwellings:
a) Front Yard, minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft) to garage
4.5 m (14.7 ft) to front wall
b) Exterior Side Yard, minimum
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
c) Rear Yard, minimum
7.0 m (22.9 ft)
d) Building Height, shall be measured from finished grade at
the front of the building.
e) Lot Coverage, maximum 50% (greater than 1 storey)
60% (1 storey)
f) Landscaped Area (Front yard), minimum
36.5%
g) Air Conditioners: Notwithstanding Section 6.1.7 b) of this
by-law, air conditioners may encroach no more than 1 m
(3.3 ft) in the permitted interior side yard.
h) Day Lighting (Sight) Triangle: Notwithstanding Section 6.7
of this by-law, for the land zoned R2-30, the sight triangle
shall be measured a distance of 6.0 m (20.0 ft) along the
street lines. In addition, parking of vehicles is not
permitted within the sight triangle, and no shrub, foliage
or structure shall be greater than 0.7 m (2.3 ft) above the
grade of either abutting street.
i) Yard Encroachments: In addition to the architectural
features listed in section 6.37 a) of this By-law, bay, bow
and box windows shall also be included.
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a) Permitted front yard encroachments in section 6.37
shall be limited to no more than 1.5 m (4.9 ft) into the
minimum front yard.
b) Except for the encroachments in section 6.37 a), no
encroachments are permitted into the minimum
exterior side yard.
Holding (H) Provision:
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law,
permitted uses and buildings are limited to those legally
existing as of the date of the passing of this amendment until
the Holding (H) Provision is removed by Council. The Holding
provision may be removed when Council is satisfied that the
following matters have been addressed:
i. Municipal water and sewage servicing including
sufficient reserve capacity is or will be made available
to the land.
ii. Stormwater
management
design
including
stormwater pond outfall location and discharge has
been adequately addressed to the satisfaction of the
Town and Conservation Authorities:
iii. Design and development of external site works has
progressed to support the design and construction of
the subdivision.
(Clifford (Park St) Developments Inc. By-law 2025-067)
34.31
Con D, Pt Lt 61
41 Park Street
West
R3-31 (H)
Notwithstanding any other provision of the by-law to the
contrary, the following regulations apply to this zone:
Street Townhouses:
i. Lot Frontage, minimum (corner lot)
10.5 m (34.4 ft)
ii. Front Yard, minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft) to garage
4.5 m (14.7 ft) to front wall
iii. Rear Yard, minimum
7.0 m (greater than 1 storey)
6.0 m (1 storey)
iv. Building Height, shall be measured from the finished
grade at the front of the building.
v. Maximum number of attached units in a row
8
vi. Buffer Area: Section 6.3 of this by-law shall not apply,
except that a fence shall be required where an R3 zone
abuts an R2 zone.
vii. Air Conditioners: Notwithstanding Section 6.1.7 b) of this
by-law, air conditioners may be located 0.3 m (1 ft) from
the interior side yard where there is a party wall. Further,
air conditioners are not permitted within the interior side
yard setback of an end unit that is not along a party wall.
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viii. Day Lighting (Sight) Triangle: Notwithstanding Section 6.7
of this by-law, for the land zoned R3-31, the sight triangle
shall be measured a distance of 6.0 m (20.0 ft) along the
street lines. In addition, parking of vehicles is not
permitted within the sight triangle, and no shrub, foliage
or structure shall be greater than 0.7 m (2.3 ft) above
grade of either abutting street.
ix. Yard Encroachments: In addition to the architectural
features listed in Section 6.37 a) of this by-law, bay, bow
and box windows shall also be included:
a) Permitted front yard encroachments in section 6.37
shall be limited to no more than 1.5 m (4.9 ft) into the
minimum front yard.
b) Except for the encroachments in section 6.37 a), no
encroachments are permitted into the minimum
exterior side yard.
Holding (H) Provisions:
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law,
permitted uses and buildings are limited to those legally
existing as of the date of the passing of this amendment until
the Holding (H) Provision is removed by Council. The Holding
Provision may be removed when Council is satisfied that the
following matters have been addressed:
i. Municipal water and sewage servicing including
sufficient reserve capacity is or will be made available
to the land.
ii. Stormwater
management
design
including
stormwater pond outfall location and discharge has
been adequately addressed to the satisfaction of the
Town and Conservation Authorities.
iii. Design and development of external site works has
progressed to support the design and construction of
the subdivision.
(Clifford (Park St) Developments Inc. By-law 2025-067)
34.32
Con D, Pt Lt 61
41 Park Street
West
R3-32 (H)
Notwithstanding any other provision of the by-law to the
contrary, the following regulations apply to this zone (Block
11):
Street Townhouses:
i. Lot Area, minimum
198 m² (2,131 ft²)
ii. Front Yard, minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft) to garage
4.5 m (14.7 ft) to front wall
iii. Rear Yard, minimum
7.0 m (greater than 1 storey)
6.0 m (1 storey)
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iv. Building Height, shall be measured from finished grade at
the front of the building.
v. Buffer Area: Section 6.3 of this by-law shall not apply,
except that a fence shall be required where an R3 zone
abuts an R2 zone.
vi. Air Conditioners: Notwithstanding Section 6.1.7 b) of this
by-law, air conditioners may be located 0.3 m (1 ft) from
the interior side yard where there is a party wall. Further,
air conditioners are not permitted within the interior side
yard setback of an end unit that is not along a party wall.
vii. Yard Encroachments: In addition to the architectural
features listed in section 6.37 a) of this By-law, bay, bow
and box windows shall also be included.
a) Permitted front yard encroachments in section 6.37
shall be limited to no more than 1.5 m (4.9 ft) into the
minimum front yard.
b) Except for the encroachments in section 6.37 a), no
encroachments are permitted into the minimum
exterior side yard.
Holding (H) Provision:
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law,
permitted uses and buildings are limited to those legally
existing as of the date of the passing of this amendment until
the Holding (H) provision is removed by Council. The Holding
provision may be removed when Council is satisfied that the
following matters have been addressed:
i. Municipal water and sewage servicing including
sufficient reserve capacity is or will be made available
to the land.
ii. Stormwater
management
design
including
stormwater pond outfall location and discharge has
been adequately addressed to the satisfaction of the
Town and Conservation Authorities.
iii. Design and development of external site works has
progressed to support the design and construction of
the subdivision.
iv. That the subject block has been consolidated with the
adjacent parcel and the resulting block is in
compliance with the minimum lot area, frontage,
depth requirements of the zoning by-law.
(Clifford (Park St) Developments Inc. By-law 2025-067)
34.33
R2-33 (H)
Notwithstanding any other provision of the by-law to the
contrary, the following regulations apply to this zone:
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Single Detached Dwellings (fronting on Park St W):
i. Exterior Side Yard, minimum
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
ii. Rear Yard, minimum
7.0 m (22.9 ft)
iii. Building Height, shall be measured from finished grade at
the front of the building.
iv. Lot Coverage, maximum 50% (greater than 1 storey)
60% (1 storey)
v. Landscaped Area (Front yard), minimum
43%
vi. Air Conditioners: Notwithstanding Section 6.1.7 b) of this
by-law, air conditions may encroach no more than 1 m (3.3
ft) in the permitted interior side yard.
vii. Day Lighting (Sight) Triangle: Notwithstanding Section 6.7
of this by-law, for the land zoned R2-33, the sight triangle
shall be measured a distance of 6.0 m (20.0 ft) along the
street lines. In addition, parking of vehicles is not
permitted within the sight triangle, and no shrub, foliage
or structure shall be greater than 0.7 m (2.3 ft) above the
grade of either abutting street.
Holding (H) Provision:
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law,
permitted uses and buildings are limited to those legally
existing as of the date of the passing of this amendment until
the Holding (H) Provision is removed by Council. The Holding
provision may be removed when Council is satisfied that the
following matters have been addressed:
i. Municipal water and sewage servicing including
sufficient reserve capacity is or will be made available
to the land.
ii. Stormwater
management
design
including
stormwater pond outfall location and discharge has
been adequately addressed to the satisfaction of the
Town and Conservation Authorities.
iii. Design and development of external site works has
progressed to support the design and construction of
the subdivision.
(Clifford (Park St) Developments Inc. By-law 2025-067)
34.34
R2-34 (H)
Notwithstanding any other provision of the by-law to the
contrary, the following regulations apply to this zone:
Single Detached Dwellings:
i. Lot Area, minimum
332 m² (3,574 ft²)
ii. Front Yard, minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft) to garage
4.5 m (14.7 ft) to front wall
iii. Exterior Side Yard, minimum
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
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iv. Rear Yard, minimum
7.0 m (22.9 ft)
v. Building Height, shall be measured from finished grade at
the front of the building.
vi. Lot Coverage, maximum 50% (greater than 1 storey)
60% (1 storey)
vii. Landscaped Area (Front yard), minimum
36.5%
viii. Air Conditioners: Notwithstanding Section 6.1.7 b) of this
by-law, air conditioners may encroach no more than 1 m
(3.3 ft) in the permitted interior side yard.
ix. Yard Encroachments: In addition to the architectural
features listed in section 6.37 b) of this By-law, bay, bow
and box windows shall also be included.
a) Permitted front yard encroachments in section 6.37
shall be limited to no more than 1.5 m (4.9 ft) into the
minimum front yard.
b) Except for the encroachments section 6.37 a), no
encroachments are permitted into the minimum
exterior side yard.
Holding (H) Provision:
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law,
permitted uses and buildings are limited to those legally
existing as of the date of the passing of this amendment until
Holding (H) Provision is removed by Council. The Holding
provision may be removed when Council is satisfied that the
following matters have been addressed:
i. Municipal water and sewage servicing including
sufficient reserve capacity is or will be made available
to the land.
ii. Stormwater
management
design
including
stormwater pond outfall location and discharge has
been adequately addressed to the satisfaction of the
Town and Conservation Authorities.
iii. Design and development of external site works has
progressed to support the design and construction of
the subdivision.
(Clifford (Park St) Developments Inc. By-law 2025-067)
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SECTION 35 - EXCEPTION ZONE 2 - HARRISTON
The following provisions apply to the area within the former Town of Harriston and
as shown in Schedule A - Map 3 of this By-law.
The following provisions shall have effect notwithstanding anything else in this By-
law and other provisions of this By-law shall be deemed to be amended insofar as is
necessary to give effect thereto:
35.1
Elora St S
C2-1
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned C2-1 may only be used for an automotive service
station and uses, buildings and structures accessory thereto.
35.2
Mill St
C1-2
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned C1-2 may also be used for a machine shop and
uses, buildings and structures accessory thereto.
35.3
Mill St
C1-3
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned C1-3 may also be used for a plumbing and heating
shop as existing at the date of the passing of this By-law and
uses, buildings and structures accessory thereto.
35.4
Webb St
C1-4
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned C1-4 may also be used for a beverage plant.
35.5
Mobile Home
Park
FL-5
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
minimum lot frontage, area and yard requirements for the
land zoned FL-5, and the minimum mobile home site area,
frontage and access requirement and the maximum number
of mobile home sites per acre of land shall be as existing at
the date of the passing of this By- law.
35.6
FD-6
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned FD-6 may also be used for the erection of a
livestock feeding shelter and automatic livestock feeder for
an existing dairy farm, which farm shall not exceed 100 head
of cattle, and the erection of said livestock feeding shelter
and automatic livestock feeder and automatic livestock
feeder shall be subject to the following provisions:
a) The minimum setback for livestock feeding shelter
and automatic livestock feeder hereafter erected
from an existing street shall be 60.0 m (18.3 ft) and;
b) The minimum setback for a livestock feeding shelter
and automatic livestock feeder hereafter erected
from any lands zoned Residential be 60 m (196.9 ft)
and;
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c) The maximum ground coverage of livestock feeding
shelter and automatic livestock feeder hereafter
erected shall be 375.0 m² (4,036.6 ft²). For the
purpose of this Clause I, the maximum ground
coverage shall mean the maximum horizontal area at
grade covered by the building and/or structure
permitted by this By-law.
d) That there shall be no building, structure or uses,
including a permanent holding area, accessory to a
cattle feed lot, cattle barn, cattle feeding or other
shelter facilities permitted on those lands comprising
part of Part Lots 1 and 2 and that a strip of land of
Park lots 8 and 9 extending 20 m (65.6 ft)
northeasterly from the northeasterly limits of Park
Lots 1 and 2, all in Concession "C" in the Town of
Harriston.
35.7
R3-7 and FL-7
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, for the
land zone R3-7 and FL-7 and described as Lot 31, and Part of
Lot 30, Northeast Side of Elora Street, the following
provisions shall apply:
a) A maximum of 7 dwelling units shall be permitted
b) The northwest minimum side yard shall be 1.2 m (3.9
ft)
c) A minimum of 9 off-street parking spaces shall be
provided in the front yard, no closer than 1.5 m (4.9
ft) to the building face
d) The minimum dwelling unit floor area shall be 48.0
m² (516.7 ft²).
35.8
Young and
Elora
C1-8
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 16 or any other
provisions to the contrary, the maximum lot coverage for
the lands zoned C1-8 shall be 60 percent.
35.9
Arthur St W
R3-9
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this by-law to the
contrary, the land zoned R3-9 may be used for a street
townhouse residential dwelling with a maximum of 6
dwelling units and a minimum side yard of 2.5 m (8.2 ft).
35.10
FL-10
In addition to the Floodway Zone provisions, the land zoned
FL-10 may only be used for a converted dwelling containing
two dwelling units. The minimum westerly side yard
abutting Union Street shall be 1.5 m (4.9 ft).
35.11
FL-11
In addition to the provisions of the Floodway Zone, the land
zoned FL-11 and described as Lot 32 and Part of Lot 33,
Northeast Side of Elora Street may only be used as follows:
a) A maximum of 9 dwelling units shall be permitted,
b) The maximum lot coverage shall be 48 percent,
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c) The minimum corner side yard shall be 4.5 m (14.8 ft),
d) The minimum side yard shall be 1.2 m (3.9 ft) to the
east and 3.5m (11.5 ft) to the northeast,
e) The minimum rear yard shall be 7 m (23 ft),
f) A minimum of 14 off street parking spaces shall be
provided in the front yard, no closer than 1.2 m (3.9ft)
to the building face,
g) The minimum dwelling unit floor area shall be:
i) 48 m² (516.7 ft²) for a one bedroom Unit
ii) 70 m² (753.5 ft²) for a two Bedroom Unit
35.12
Webb St
C1-12
Notwithstanding any provision to contrary, the land zoned
C1-12 may be used for a bus storage and maintenance facility
subject to the following:
a) Maximum Lot Coverage: 66%
b) Minimum Yard Requirements:
i) Side Yards: 0.134 m (0.44 ft) and 1.12 m (3.7 ft)
ii) Rear Yard: 0.9 m (3.0 ft)
iii) Front Yard: 3.5 m (11.5 ft)
35.13
Elora St S
IN-13
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
land zoned IN-13 may be used for a school and a children's
day care centre subject to the following regulations:
i) Minimum Lot Frontage
46 m (151 ft)
ii) Minimum Lot Area
0.6 ha (1.5 ac)
iii) Minimum Front Yard
12 m (39.4 ft)
iv) Minimum Northerly Side Yard
3.6 m (11.8 ft)
v) Minimum Southerly Side Yard:
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
vi) Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements:
6 spaces within the required front yard.
35.14
William St
M1-14
Notwithstanding Section 24.1 or any other provisions to the
contrary, the lands zoned M1-14 may be used for a permitted
industrial use including an accessory retail use occupying up
to 25 percent of the ground floor area of the main permitted
industrial building subject to the following regulations:
a) Minimum Lot Frontage: 30.5 m (100 ft)
b) Minimum Lot Area: 1,858 m2 (20,000 ft2)
c) Maximum Lot Coverage: 55%
d) Maximum Gross Floor Area: 75% of lot area
e) Minimum Front Yard: None
f) Minimum Side Yard: 1.37 m (4.5 ft) and10.5 m (34.5
ft), which is the boundary of any Residential Zone
g) Minimum Rear Yard: 20% lot depth
h) Minimum Off-Street Parking: 12 spaces
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i) Minimum Off- Street Loading Requirements: The
regulations of Section 6.16 Loading requirements
shall apply.
35.15
Arthur and
Elora
C1-15
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
lands zoned C1-15 may be used for a permitted Central
Commercial (C1) use including up to eight accessory dwelling
units located above the first floor level, based upon the
following:
a) Setbacks:
i) from Elora St.
None
ii) from Arthur St.
None
iii) from a Residential Zone
4.6 m (15.1 ft)
b) Minimum Lot Area
1,830 m2 (19,698.6 ft2)
c) Maximum Lot Coverage
40%
d) Maximum Gross Floor Area
125%
e) Maximum Height: 3 Storeys excluding basement
f) Minimum Landscaping Requirements: A landscaping
area in the form of a planting strip having a minimum
width of 1.5 m (4.9 ft) shall be provided and thereafter
maintained adjacent to every portion of any lot line that
abuts any Residential Zone.
g) Off-Street Parking Requirements: 1 space for each
accessory residential dwelling unit. Parking is allowed in
any yard but not in a required landscaping area.
h) Off-Street Loading Requirements: 1 space is required
and may be permitted in any yard but not in a required
landscaping area.
35.16
Industrial land
M1-16
In addition to the provisions of Section 24 of this By-law, the
lands zoned M1-16 may be used for a permitted use subject
to the following additional regulations:
- An outdoor display area of finished products produced on
the site, will be permitted in the front yard. Storage of
general materials will not be permitted in the front yard.
35.17
Leslie
subdivision
R3-17
Notwithstanding Section 13, the lands zoned R3-17 may be
used for a 28 unit multiple residential development based
upon the following standards:
a) Minimum Lot Area
0.94 ha (2.3 ac)
b) Minimum Lot Frontage
47 m (154.2 ft)
c) Maximum Lot Coverage
40%
d) Minimum Front Yard
½ the building height,
but not less than 3.0 m (9.8 ft)
e) Minimum Rear Yard
9.0 m (29.5 ft)
f) Maximum Building Height
4 storeys
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35.18
Webb St
R3-18
Notwithstanding Section 13, the lands zoned R3-18 may be
used for a 6 Unit residential apartment dwelling based on the
following standards:
a) Minimum Lot Area
0.120 ha (0.29 ac)
b) Minimum Lot Frontage
29.8 m (97.7 ft)
c) Maximum Lot Coverage
15.5%
d) Minimum Front Yard
5.5 m (18.04 ft)
e) Minimum Side Yard (one side) 11.5 m (37.7 ft)
f) Minimum Side Yard (other side) 0.0 m (0.0 ft)
g) Minimum Rear Yard
21.2 m (69.5 ft)
h) Off-Street Parking Requirements:
10 spaces required and to be located to the rear of the
Front Yard Setback. Up to 3 parking spaces with
dimensions of 2.5 m (8.2 ft) by 6.5 m (21.3 ft) may be
permitted as parallel parking spaces adjacent to the
driveway and to the rear of the Front Yard Setback.
35.18a
Webb St
R3-18a
Notwithstanding Section 13, the lands zoned R3-18a may be
used for a 6-unit residential apartment dwelling based on the
following standards:
a) Minimum Lot Area
0.08 ha (0.20 ac)
b) Minimum Lot Frontage
20.5 m (67.3 ft)
c) Maximum Lot Coverage
22.5%
d) Minimum Front Yard
5.5 m (18.04 ft)
e) Minimum Side Yard (one side)
2.12 m (6.9 ft)
f) Minimum Side Yard (other side)
0.0 m (0.0 ft)
g) Minimum Rear Yard
21.2 m (69.5 ft)
h) Access to the Property: Access will be obtained from
the adjacent lands to the west (known as Lot 5
Northeast of Webb St.) via an easement over the said
lands to Lot 4, Harriston Plan Northeast of Webb St.,
i) Off-Street Parking Requirements: 9 spaces required and
to be located to the rear of the Front Yard Setback. Up
to 3 parking spaces with dimensions of 2.5 m (8.2 ft) by
6.5 m (21.3 ft) may be located on adjacent lands to the
west (known as Lot 5 Northeast of Webb St.) via an
easement.
35.19
Pt. Park Lot 3,
Pt. Park Lot 10
s/s Arthur
Street
R2-19
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of Section 12.1, the
lands zoned R2-19 shall only be used as the following:
- Single detached residential dwelling
- An accessory Bed and Breakfast establishment (Class 2)
- Boarding, lodging or rooming establishment not
exceeding 5 rooms or dwelling units for let in a single
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detached dwelling legally existing as of the date of
passing of this By-law.
- Converted dwelling in a single detached dwelling legally
existing as of the date of passing of this By-law as
specified in Section 6.29 of this By-law
- Home Occupation
- Accessory uses, buildings and structures.
35.20
Gray Subd.
R1C-20
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
lands zoned R1C-20 may be used for a permitted R1C use in
accordance with the R1C Zone regulations and the following:
a) A vegetative buffer area, in accordance with Section 6.3,
shall be provided within the R1C-20 zone, adjacent to
and along the length of the abandoned rail line.
However, if a chain linked fence is required to satisfy
draft plan of subdivision conditions, the vegetative
buffer is not required.
35.21
Queen and
Young
R1C-21
Notwithstanding any section of this By-law to the contrary,
the land zoned R1C-24 may be used for a single detached
residential dwelling and a motor vehicle licensing office
located in the existing attached accessory structure subject
to the following additional regulations:
All yard setbacks shall be as existing on the date of passing of
this By-law for existing structures or in accordance with
Section 11, as amended, for new construction purposes.
35.22
Elora St
C1-22
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
lands zoned may be permitted two accessory residential
dwelling units.
35.23
Elora St
R1C-23
In addition to the other uses permitted by the R1C Zone, for
the land zoned R1C-23, and notwithstanding Section 6.1 or
any section of this By-law to the contrary, three (3)
apartment residential dwelling units are permitted within the
existing Coach House subject to the following additional
regulations:
a) Minimum Side Yards shall be as existing.
b) The permitted side yard encroachments shall be as
existing.
c) The maximum height of the Coach House shall be as
existing.
d) Notwithstanding Section 6.27 or any other provisions to
the contrary, a minimum one parking space shall be
required per dwelling unit.
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e) Notwithstanding Section 11.2.2, the Minimum lot
frontage shall be 9.84 metres (32.3 feet).
35.24
Robertson St
IN-24
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of Section 27.1, the land
zoned IN-24 may only be used for the following:
- A church
- A school
- Playgrounds and other recreational play fields such as
but not limited to baseball diamonds and football
fields; and
- Uses and structures accessory thereto.
a) Additional Regulations
Notwithstanding Section 27 or any provisions to the
contrary, the following regulations shall apply to the land
zoned IN-24 for the uses listed above:
i) The front line shall be deemed to be the lot line
dividing this lot from Raglan Street
ii) Minimum Rear Yard
9.5 m (31.2 ft)
iii) Minimum Side Yard
As required in Section 27.2 except that a 15 m (49.2
ft) side yard is required where the side lot line abuts
the former railway right-of-way and a minimum side
yard of 1.76 m (5.8 ft) between the side lot line
adjacent to the right-of-way and the nearest wall of
the existing building on the lot. Any expansion to the
existing building and any new buildings or structures
shall maintain a 16 m (52.5 ft) side yard adjacent to
the former right-of-way.
iv) Off-Street Parking Requirements
1. Off-Street parking shall be provided in
accordance with the provisions of Section 6.16
and Section 6.27
2. No parking space or part thereof shall be located
and no land shall be used for the temporary
parking or storage of any motor vehicle within
1.5m (4.9 ft) of any street line nor within 3 m (9.8
ft) of any street or lot line which abuts a
residential zone.
v) Minimum Landscaping Requirements:
A landscaping area in the form of a planting strip and
having a minimum width of 1.5 m (4.9 ft) shall be
provided and thereafter maintained adjacent to
every portion of any lot line that abuts any Residential
Zone.
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All other applicable provisions of this By-law, as amend
shall apply to the land zoned IN-24.
35.25
Co-op
M1-25
In addition to the permitted uses of Section 24.1 the land
zoned M1-25 may also be used for the following:
- Manufacture of livestock feed
- Seed cleaning
- Processing grain for retail sale
- Warehousing for products such as fertilizer, seeds
and salt
- Crop protection warehouse
- Bulk petroleum truck delivery service
- Propane filing station and repair and maintenance of
propane tanks
- Indoor and outdoor storage facilities including a
garden centre storage area
- storage areas for trucks, spreaders and portable
unloading equipment associated with the bulk
fertilizer operation which is situated on the North side
of Margaret Street
- Retail sale of seed products such as forage, grain,
soybean, canola and seed corn
- a hardware store
- offices
a) Additional Requirements
Notwithstanding the regulations of Section 24.2, the
following regulations shall apply to the land zoned M1-
25:
i) Minimum Lot Frontage
26.8 m (88 ft)
ii) Minimum Lot Area
1,858 m²
iii) Minimum Lot Area
1,858 m² (20,000 ft²)
iv) Lot Coverage
50%
v) Minimum Front Yard
15.0 m (49.2 ft)
vi) Minimum Interior Side Yard None
vii) Minimum Front Yard
15.0 m (49.2 ft)
viii) Minimum Interior Side Yard None
ix) Minimum Side Yard abutting a public street
3.8 m (12.5 ft)
x) Minimum Rear yard
0.75 m (2.5 ft)
xi) Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements
1. Notwithstanding any other provisions to the
contrary, a minimum of 30 off-street parking
spaces may be provided for within the required
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front yard and side yard abutting a public street in
accordance with Section 6.27.
2. Notwithstanding Section 6.16 or any other
provisions to the contrary, a minimum of one off-
street loading space shall be provided for on the
land zoned M1-25 for the purposes of providing
for the temporary parking of a commercial motor
vehicle while merchandise or materials are being
loaded or unloaded and shall have an adequate
means of access to permit ingress and egress of
such vehicles.
35.26
Industrial Land
M1-26
Notwithstanding Section 24.1 and Section 6.35.2 or any
other provisions other provisions to the contrary, the land
zoned M1-26 will be subject to the provisions of the M1-16
Zone and may also be used for a poultry processing plant
including accessory office uses. All other applicable
provisions of the Zoning By-law shall apply to the land
zoned M1-26.
35.27
Elora St S
FL-27
In addition to the permitted uses of Section 31.1 - Flood
Way Zone - on the land zoned FL-27, the existing accessory
storage building may be enlarged subject to appropriate
flood proofing measures approved by the Maitland Valley
Conservation Authority which are incorporated in the new
addition, and the following:
a) Maximum Ground Floor Area
205.25 m² (2,210.0 ft²)
b) Minimum Side Yard
2.5 m (8.0 ft)
c) Minimum Rear Yard
1.5 m (5.0 ft)
d) Maximum Lot Coverage
10%
All other applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law shall
apply to the land zoned FL-27.
35.28
R1C-28
Notwithstanding Section 6-General Provisions and Section
11, R1C Residential Zone, or any other provisions to the
contrary, for the land zoned R1C-28 the following permitted
uses and zoning regulations shall apply:
a) Permitted Uses
- Sixteen (16) land lease community homes;
- A temporary administrative and/or sales office;
- Buildings and structures for maintenance and
storage.
b) Regulations for Land Lease Community
i) Minimum Lot Area
0.5 ha (1.3 ac)
ii) Minimum Lot Frontage
41.0 m (134.5 ft)
iii) Maximum Lot Coverage
45%
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iv) Minimum Exterior Side Yard 4.5 m (14.7 ft) adjacent
to Arthur and Brock Streets
v) Buffering: A Buffer strip of no less than 1.8 metres
(6.0 feet) in height shall be provided along the entire
length of the property line adjacent to Arthur and
Brock Streets except for areas of ingress and egress.
A planting strip shall be required along the entire
length of the property line adjacent to the closed
railway line except for the purposes of providing a
walkway access to the Seniors Centre. Details of the
planting/Buffer strip will be provided in a site plan
agreement.
vi) Site Triangle: Notwithstanding any provisions to the
contrary, Section 6.7.d (ii), of this By-law shall not
apply to the land zoned R1C-28.
c) Regulations for Individual Land Lease Community
Home Sites
i) Minimum Area/home site
273.1 m² (2,940 ft²)
ii) Minimum Frontage/home site
12.8 m (42 ft)
iii) Minimum Front Yard
3.5 m (11.5 ft)
iv) Minimum Interior Side Yards
Minimum distance between Dwellings 2.44 m (8.0 ft)
Where a garage or carport is attached to and forms
part of the main dwelling, a minimum distance of
1.22 metres (4 feet) shall be required between
attached garages and carports.
v) Minimum Rear Yard
5.0 m (16.5 ft)
Except that for the two home sites located in the
Northeast corner of the subject land (Lots 10 and 11
on Site Plan) and the lot in the Northwest corner of
the subject land R1C-31 (Lot 1 on the Site Plan), a
minimum rear yard of 3.5 m (11.48 ft) shall be
required.
vi) Maximum Height
One Storey
vii) Minimum Floor Area
62.4 m² (672 ft²)
viii) Maximum Floor Area
113.5 m² (1,222 ft²)
ix) Parking Requirements
Two (2) Off-street parking spaces shall be required for
each individual land lease community home. For the
purposes of the R1C-28 zone, a minimum of one off-
street parking space may be located within a required
front yard or side yard.
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x) Access: Access to each individual land lease
community home will be provided by means of a
6.096 m (20 ft) private right-of-way.
d) Except as stated, all other applicable regulations of this
Zoning By-law shall apply to the land zoned R1C-28.
35.29
Deleted
35.30
FL-30
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Floodway Zone or the
Open Space Zone, or any other provision to the contrary,
the land zoned FL-30 may only be used for a cemetery and
associated ancillary uses.
35.31
R1B-31
The land zoned R1B-31 may be used for a permitted use of
Section 10.1 subject to the Regulations of Section 10.2, 10.3
and 10.4 and the following additional regulations:
a) All lots shall front or abut a public street, which is
constructed by the owner of the land according to the
appropriate standards as required by the municipality.
b) All lots within the area zoned R1B-31 shall be subject to
the regulations of Section 6.8 a) of the General
Provisions.
c) Except as amended, all other applicable regulations of
Zoning By-law 01-86 shall apply to the zoned R1B-31."
35.32
FL-32
Notwithstanding the permitted uses and regulations Section
31.1 and 31.2 respectively, the land zoned FL-32 may be used
for a single detached residential dwelling, home occupation
and accessory uses, buildings, and structures subject to the
R1C regulations of Section 11.2, 11.3 and 11.4.
In addition, the following regulations shall apply to the land
zoned FL-32:
i) The basement of the single detached residential
dwelling shall be located above an elevation of 381.54
MSL, and,
ii) All openings to living spaces, to accessory buildings or
structures shall not be permitted below an elevation
of 382.54 MSL.
35.33
FL-33
Notwithstanding the permitted uses and regulations of
Section 31.1 and 31.2 respectively, the land zoned FL-33 may
be used for open space and a park. The park shall not include
any buildings or structures except for a gazebo that shall be
anchored on a base and that such base shall be raised 0.5
metres (1.64 feet) above the existing ground level.
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The gazebo shall be located 9.14 metres (30 feet) from the
front line of John Street and 7.62 metres (25 feet) from the
northeasterly interior side yard.
35.34
M1-34
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary, the land
zoned M1-34 will be subject to the provisions of the M1-16
zone and may, in addition to the main industrial use of the
property, be used for an accessory single detached
residential dwelling. The accessory single detached
residential dwelling shall be subject to the regulations of
Section 12.2 of this Zoning By-law.
Except as amended above, the land zoned M1-34 shall be
subject to all other applicable regulations of Zoning By-law
01-86.
35.35
Bean St.,
Thackeray Way
R2-35
Notwithstanding any other section of the by-law to the
contrary, for the lands zoned R2-35, the following uses are
permitted:
-
Minimum Exterior side yard setback of 4.5 m (14.8
ft)
-
Maximum lot coverage of 55%
- Maximum rear yard encroachment for a covered
unenclosed deck is 3.7 m (12.1 ft)
- Minimum Day Lighting (sight) triangle of 4.5 m (14.8
ft)
(Finoro By-law 2024-034)
35.36
R3-36
The permitted residential townhouse dwellings will be
subject to the applicable regulations of Section 13.2.2, 13.3
and 13.4 of the R3 Zone. In addition to these regulations, the
following specific regulations shall apply to the land zoned
R3-36:
i) Notwithstanding
Section
6.20.1,
the
required
minimum setback from the natural environment zone
shall be a distance of:
- 8.0 m (26.2 ft.) for the northeastern most townhouse
building
- 11.5 m (37.7 ft.) for the northwestern most
townhouse building
ii)
All buildings and structures located within the Flood
Fringe Overlay 2 Zone must be flood proofed to the
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Regulatory Flood elevation, which in this area is
380.07 metres above sea level (masl).
Except as amended above, all other applicable provisions of
this By-law shall apply to the land zoned R3-36.
35.37
Pt. Lts 84 & 85,
Con. D
R1C-37
Notwithstanding Section 11.2 or any other provisions to the
contrary, the land zoned R1C-37 shall have a minimum lot
frontage of 11.3 m (37 ft).
35.38
Part of Lot 84
& 85, Con. D
IN-38
Notwithstanding the requirements of Section 6.27.4,
Location of Parking Areas and Spaces, parking adjacent to the
Thomas Street extension shall not be subject to the 1.5 m (4.9
ft.) setback.
35.39
R1C-39
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of Section 11.1, the
lands zoned R1C-39 may be used for a permitted use in
accordance with the following:
a) Permitted Uses
The land zone R1C-39 shall be permitted a single
detached dwelling including an accessory apartment. The
establishment of the accessory residential dwelling unit
shall comply with all requirements of the Ontario Building
Code.
b) Regulations
i) The single detached dwelling with an accessory
apartment shall meet all of the regulations of Sections
11.2, 11.3, and 11.4 of the Low Density Residential
(R1C) zone
ii) The minimum front yard setback for the single
detached dwelling shall be as existing as of the date
of passing of this by law.
35.40
M1-40 (H)
i) Until the "H" symbol is removed, the land zoned M1-40
(H) may only be used for the following:
- An agricultural use, excluding the keeping of
livestock, a fur farm or dog kennels
Council my pass a By-law removing the "H" symbol once it is
satisfied that the following matters have been adequately
addressed:
- Availability of municipal services
- Stormwater management, including any required
easements
- Archeological assessment of the lands
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- Compatibility with residential dwellings to the east in
terms of potential sound and vibration impacts.
- An outdoor recreational monster truck ride track for
the general public, which is to be permitted until May
3, 2019, pursuant to Section 39 (3) of the Planning
Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended.
ii) Notwithstanding Section 6.17.1, Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS 1) shall not apply between the land
zoned M1-40 and the hobby barn to the northwest in the
north part of Lot 82, Concession D.
35.41
Harriston Ind.
Park
M1-41
Notwithstanding Section 24.1, Industrial, the lands zoned
M1-41 may be used for the additional following uses: an
Automotive Washing Establishment and a card operated fuel
depot for use by the general public. These additional uses
shall comply with the zone requirements of Section 17.4 of
the Highway Commercial (C2) zone.
35.42
Part of Lot,
Concession
M1-42
In addition to the other uses permitted in the M1 zone, as
per Section 24.1, the lands zoned M1-42 may also be used
for a car wash.
In addition to the industrial requirements of Section 24, the
following additional provisions shall apply for the above-
noted additional uses:
a) Notwithstanding Sections 24.2.1, the Minimum Lot Area
shall be 0.50 hectares (1.24 acres).
b) Notwithstanding Section 24.5, a landscaped area shall be
required along:
- the frontage (Hutchison Street), except for an
entrance area
- the exterior side yard (Elora Street North)
- the interior side yard
The landscaped area shall be a minimum width of at least
3.05 metres (10.0 feet) along its entire length where
required. The provisions of Section 6.7, Daylighting
(Sight) Triangle shall still apply.
c) Site plan control shall be applied to this development.
(Schneider/Dowling By-law 2014-12)
35.43
R1C-43
Notwithstanding Section 11.2.4, the Minimum interior side
yard setback shall be 1.09 metres (3.6 feet).
35.44
Part Lot 86,
Con D
M1-44
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 24, Industrial,
one residential unit is permitted in this zone, subject to the
following regulations:
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a) The residential unit is permitted only within the existing
829.7 m² (8,932 ft²) building.
35.45
Lots 1 and 2,
Registered
Plan 61M-179
R2-45
Notwithstanding section 12.2.6 of this by-law to the contrary,
the following setbacks will be permitted for the townhouse
development only.
- Front Yard setback - 5.5m
- Rear Yard setback - 3.1m
- Maximum lot coverage 55%
(Sinclair By-law 2013-28)
35.46
Part of Park
Lot 4, 5, & 6,
61R-20210
Parts 9 & 10
R2-46
The following site and building regulations shall only apply to
units constructed pursuant to Minutes of Settlement
(PL160711 - Feb 10/17) for which a site plan agreement was
signed between the Town of Minto and the owner of the land
(May 4, 2018) for which a common element condominium
(23CD-18002) is to be established. Should the condominium
not proceed the site and building regulations set out in the
R2-46 zone and minutes of settlement (PL160711) shall apply
to the development of the lands zoned R2-46.
Notwithstanding Section 5 - definitions, the townhouse
development on the subject lands shall be considered a
street townhouse as defined in Section 5 of this by-law and
further the regulations under Sections 6 and 12.2.6 shall
apply, save and except the following provisions:
a) Lot Area, minimum/dwelling unit
252 m²
(2,712.5 ft²)
b) Front Yard, minimum
5.9 m (19.3 ft)
d) Interior Side Yard-End Unit, minimum
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
e) Rear Yard, minimum
5.64 m (18.5 ft)
f) Building Height, maximum
1 storey
g) Maximum number of units
23
And further, notwithstanding Section 6.10 (Frontage on
Public Street), the common element access road on the
subject lands shall be considered a public street and the
following provision will apply:
No person shall erect any building or structure or use any lot
in any zone unless such lot meets the following requirement:
i) The lot is legally tied to a condominium having frontage
on a future condominium common element roadway that
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is
currently
being
constructed
pursuant
to
a
Condominium
Agreement
or
other
Development
agreement with the Town or Minto or County of
Wellington, that provides direct access to a public road or
which connects with another condominium common
element roadway having access to a public street.
(Metzger By-law 2013-45)
(Quality Developments By-law 2018-83)
35.47
Lot 13, and
Part Lot 12,
Walkers Plan
R1B-47
Uses permitted in the Residential R1B zone shall be
permitted on the property, subject to the regulations of
Section 10.2.
A second residential unit shall also be permitted in one of the
following forms: semi-detached, duplex or residential
conversion. These uses shall be subject to the regulations of
Section 12.2.2, 12.2.3 or 12.2.7 of the Residential (R2) zone.
Sections 12.3 and 12.4 shall apply as well.
No more than a total of two residential dwelling units shall
be permitted on the property.
(Harper By-law 2016-014)
35.48
Part Lot 7 and
8, South of
Webb Street
R2-48
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 12.2.2 or any other
section of this by-law to the contrary, the semi-detached
dwelling existing on the subject lands may have a reduced lot
frontage of 15.3 m (50 ft.) and minimum interior side yards
of 1.8 m (5.9 ft.).
(Metzger By-law 2017-20)
35.49
Part Lot 33, s/s
Queen Street,
21 William
Street E
R1B-49
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 10.2.1 a minimum
lot area of 549.36 m² (5,913.2 ft²) is permitted.
(Bell By-law 2017-76)
35.50
Part Lot 33, s/s
Queen Street,
21 William
Street E
R1B-50
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 10.2.1 a minimum
lot area of 426.87 m² (4,594.8 ft²) is permitted.
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 10.2.2 a minimum
lot frontage of 17.0 m (55.8 ft) is permitted.
(Bell By-law 2017-76)
35.51
35 Young
Street West,
Harriston
R1C-51
Notwithstanding Section 11.2.4 a minimum side yard
setback of 3.5 m (11.5 ft) is permitted.
(Diocese of Huron By-law 2018-084)
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35.52
Anne St W
R3-52
Notwithstanding any other section of the by-law to the
contrary, for the lands zoned R3-52, the following
regulations shall apply:
- Minimum Exterior side yard setback of 4.5 m (14.8
ft)
- Maximum rear yard encroachment for a covered
unenclosed deck is 3.7 m (12.1 ft)
- Minimum Day Lighting (sight) triangle of 4.5 m (14.8
ft)
(Finoro By-law 2024-034)
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SECTION 36 - EXCEPTION ZONE 3 - TOWN OF MINTO
The following provisions apply to the area within the former Town of Minto and as shown in
Schedule "A" - Map 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 of this By-law.
The following provisions shall have effect notwithstanding anything else in this By-law and other
provisions of this By-law shall be deemed to be amended insofar as is necessary to give effect
thereto:
RURAL EXCEPTION ZONES
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
36.1
A-1
The land zoned A-1 represents an area of approximately 1
kilometre around urban boundaries. Within the A-1 Zone, no
person shall use any land or construct, alter or use any buildings
or structures except in accordance with the following provisions:
a) Permitted Uses
All uses permitted in the Agricultural Zone except that new
livestock facilities shall not be permitted. With respect to the
A-1 Zone only, a new livestock facility shall not include an
expansion to a legally established existing livestock facility
within the A-1 Zone. Additions to or reconstruction of a
legally established existing livestock facility, or the
establishment of manure storage facilities in association with
a legally established existing livestock facility shall be
permitted. Section 6.17.2 MDS II of this By-law shall apply to
any expansion, additions or reconstructions, and to any new
manure storage facilities.
b) Regulations
For permitted uses of the A-1 zone regulations of Section 8.2,
8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 8.6, 8.7, 8.8, 8.9 and 8.10 shall apply.
36.2
Lot 13, Conc. 16
A-2 and
NE-2
Notwithstanding Section 8.1 and Section 30.1, or any other
provisions to the contrary, the lands zoned A-2 and NE-2 may be
used for a seasonal residential dwelling. A seasonal residential
dwelling may be used for temporary accommodation for a
maximum of 6 months only in any 12-month period. Such
residential dwelling shall have a minimum ground floor area of
37.2 m² (400 ft²).
36.3
Lot 11, Conc. A
A-3 and
NE-3
Notwithstanding Sections 8.1, 8.2 and 30.1, or any other
provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned A-3 and NE-3 the
minimum lot size shall be6.5 ha (16 ac). No new livestock
buildings will be permitted on the subject lands.
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Lot 11, Conc. 14
A-4
Notwithstanding Sections 8.1 and 8.2, the land zoned A-4 may
be used for a permitted use of the Agricultural Zone with a
minimum lot area of 6.5 ha (16 ac).
36.5
Surplus Farm
Dwelling
Properties
A-5
Notwithstanding any other section of this By-law to the
contrary, a residential dwelling shall be prohibited in this zone.
Other agricultural uses, that are not accessory to a dwelling, are
permitted. This restriction is a result of the subject lands
obtaining a surplus farm dwelling severance to remove the
existing dwelling from the overall farm parcel. It is intended to
ensure that the lands are only used for agricultural purposes.
(Housekeeping By-law 2019-33)
36.6
Lot 9, Conc. 11
NE-6
Notwithstanding Section 30, or any other provisions to the
contrary, the land zoned NE-6 may be used for an existing
residential use consisting of one mobile home on concrete piers.
36.7
Lot 78, Conc. C
A-7
Notwithstanding Sections 8.1 and 8.2, the land zoned A-7 may
be used for a market gardening agricultural use, including
buildings and structures for the permitted use.
36.8
Lot 6, Conc. 13
A-8
In order to observe an adjacent land setback of 120 m (393.7
ft.) from
Provincially Significant Wetlands, no development (as defined by
the Provincially Policy Statement) shall occur on the property
except within the building envelope as described below:
- commencing at the northwest corner of the property
- continuing southward along the west lot Line 195.1 m (640
ft)
- continuing eastward and parallel with the north lot line 76.2
m (250 ft)
- continuing northward and parallel with the west lot line 105.2
m (345 ft)
- continuing northeastward 65.5 m (215 ft) to the southwest
corner of the 1 acre lot created by severance B109/97
- continuing northward along the east lot line 64.5 m (211.6 ft)
- continuing westward along the north lot line 129.8 m 426 ft)
to the point of commencement.
36.9
Lot 37,
Conc. 11
A-9
Notwithstanding Section 8.1 and Section 8.2, the land zoned A-
9 may be used for a permanent school facility, a church and
accessory uses and buildings in accordance with Section 27.2.
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In addition, the lands may also be used for a cemetery,
provided such use is carried out in accordance with all
applicable Provincial requirements for cemeteries.
36.10
Minto
Pines- Map
6
OS-10
Notwithstanding Section 28.1, the only permitted uses on the
land zoned OS-10 are recreational uses for parks and the only
permitted buildings or structures are those structures necessary
to give access to the land and those buildings and structures
necessary for flood, erosion and creek-canal flow control and
for water supply purposes.
36.11
Minto Pines
- Map 6
ER-11
Notwithstanding Section 14.2, the land zoned ER-11 may be
used for a permitted use, provided the following requirements
are met:
i) Minimum Lot Area
0.50 ha (1.3 ac) except that for
Lot 12, it shall be 0.40 ha (1ac)
ii) Minimum Lot Frontage As existing in the plan of
subdivision
iii) Maximum Lot Coverage 20% including accessory
buildings and structures.
iv) Minimum Front Yard
11.0 m (36.1 ft) except that for
Lots 6,7 and 8 (Special Area) the
Minimum Front Yard shall be:
8.0 m (26.3 ft)
v) Minimum Side Yard
4.5 m (14.8 ft), including corner
lots. Accessory buildings and
structures shall be situated no
closer than 12 m (39.4 ft) from
a Side Yard.
vi) Minimum Rear Yard
30m (98.5 ft) for those lots
abutting Pike Lake
vii) Minimum Ground Floor Area
one (1) Storey or Split-
level 110 m² (1,184.1
ft²) more than one (1)
Storey 85 m² (915 ft²).
36.12
Minto Pines -
Map 6
ER-12
Notwithstanding Section 14.2, the land zoned ER-12 may be
used for a permitted use, provided the following requirements
are met:
i) Minimum Lot Area
0.3 ha (.7 ac)
ii) Minimum Lot Frontage as existing in the plan of
Subdivision
iii) Minimum Lot Coverage 20% including accessory buildings
and structures
iv) Minimum Front Yard
9.0 m (29.5 ft)
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v) Minimum Side Yard
4.5 m (14.8 ft) including corner
lots. Accessory buildings and structures shall be situated no
closer than 1.2m (3.9ft) from side yard.
vi) Minimum Ground Floor Area
One (1) storey or split-
level 110 m2 (1,184.1 ft²) more than one (1) storey 85 m²
(915 ft²).
36.13
Lot 23, C 8
A-13
a) The entire A-13 zone shall be subject to the following
regulations:
i) The A-13 zone shall not be further subdivided and shall
maintain a minimum lot size of 95.5 acres.
ii) Notwithstanding Section 8.4, a second dwelling shall not
be established within the A-13 zone.
b) In addition to the agricultural uses permitted in Section 8.1,
a portion of the lands zoned A-13 may be used for certain
commercial related uses as follows:
i) The additional uses shall only be permitted in the
northwest corner of the property, within a rectangular
shaped area of 8.53 acres. This area shall have the
following setbacks:
- 241.4 m (792 feet) from Highway 23 to the north
- 151.8 m (498 feet) from Highway 23 to the west
ii) The 8.53 acre area may be used for an auction service,
including a livestock facility for the temporary housing of
livestock to be sold at the auction service. The lands may
also be used for a retail/liquidation sales business. Other
accessory uses may include the existing single detached
dwelling, a business office and indoor and outdoor
storage areas and display area of items to be sold at the
auction service.
iii) The auction and the retail / liquidation sales business
uses and all accessory uses are subject to the following
regulations:
- the minimum front and exterior side yards shall be
as existing on the day of passing of this by-law for all
existing buildings and structures;
- all required off-street parking areas and spaces as
required in Section 6.27.8 of the Zoning By-law shall
be located within the 8.53 acre area.
36.14
Teviotdale -
Map 5
C2-14
Notwithstanding Section 17.1, the land zoned C2-14 may be
used for a permitted use, subject to the following:
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a) Permitted Uses
i) the selling, servicing, repairing and manufacturing of
farm machinery and incidental equipment; the selling,
servicing and repairing of automobiles and trucks;
existing residential uses; gasoline pumps provided there
is no commercial advertising or sale of gasoline;
ii) the display, sales and services of recreational vehicles,
travel trailers, utility trailer, motor homes, tent trailers,
and the sale of parts and accessories thereto;
iii) uses, buildings and structures accessory to the above
permitted uses.
b) Regulations
i) Minimum Side Yard: 1.5 m (4.9 ft) south side only
ii) Outdoor uses: No outdoor manufacturing repair,
painting or cleaning/uses shall be permitted.
36.15
Lot 71, Conc. C
RIN-15
Notwithstanding Section 6.35.2 and Section 25, the land zoned
RIN-115 may only be used as follows:
a) Permitted Uses
- A salvage and wrecking yard as existing on the date of
passing of this by-law;
- Existing uses, buildings and structures accessory to the
above permitted use
b) Additional Regulations
i) All liquid wastes shall be stored in a manner to prevent
egress of the same into the surrounding natural features,
and
ii) Setbacks from adjacent NE Zones will be provided as
required by the Conservation Authority.
36.16
Lot 13, Conc. 11
A-16
Notwithstanding Section 8.1, the land zoned A-16 may be used
for a printing operation.
36.17
Lot 7, Conc. 11
NE-17
Notwithstanding Sections 30.1 and 30.2, the lands zoned NE-17
shall be permitted single detached residential dwellings in
accordance with Section 8.2 and Section 8.5.
36.18
Lot 38,
Conc 18
A-18
Notwithstanding Section 8.5, the land zoned A-18 may be used
for a rural residential use with a minimum lot frontage of 9.1 m
(30.0 ft).
36.19
C2-19
Notwithstanding Sections 17.1 and 17.2, the land zoned C2-19
may be used for a permitted use in accordance with the
following:
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a) Permitted Uses
The land zoned C2-19 may only be used for one of the
following permitted uses:
- Garden centre,
- animal hospital,
- private or public school,
- private hospital,
- trailer sales and boat sales,
- assembly hall,
- rental outlet,
- building supply centre,
- custom workshop,
- farm implement sales and service
- automotive sales and service, and
- accessory residences to a permitted use.
b) Yard requirements
Notwithstanding Section 17.2, the minimum yard
requirements for the existing building on the land zoned C2-
19 shall be as existing on the day of passing of this By-law.
36.20
Lot 97, Conc. C
C2-20
Notwithstanding Sections 17.1 and 17.2, the land zoned C2-20
may be used for a permitted use in accordance with the
following:
a) Permitted Uses
- Single family residential dwelling,
- mobile home,
- recreational vehicular sales and service,
- motor vehicle repairs;
-
b) A 10 ft wide by 350 ft buffer strip shall be provided and
maintained along the easterly property line boundary.
36.21
Lot 114,
Conc. C
AC-21
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 8.1, the land zoned
AC-21 may also be used for the production of animal and pet
food ingredients as well as for wood fuel pellets including the
sale of products manufactured on site. Notwithstanding Section
8.2 or any other provisions to the contrary, the following
regulations shall apply:
i) Minimum Front Yard: 30 m (98.4 ft) except that a parking
area for six (6) automobiles may be permitted within the
required front yard.
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ii) Maximum Ground Floor Area of On-Site Storage
Facilities: 4,645 m2 (50,000 ft2)
iii) All storage structures shall be enclosed or contained by
walls, fencing, berming or combination thereof.
Notwithstanding the above, temporary outdoor storage
may be permitted within the existing asphalt track area
provided it is suitably contained.
iv) The existing 83.6 m² (900 ft²) manufacturing and
processing plant may be expanded to a maximum of
334.5 m² (3,600 ft²) and may include areas for accessory
uses such as office space, employee lunch areas,
electrical rooms and washrooms. A total of two drying
units will be permitted on site.
v) Notwithstanding Section 6.3, a buffer strip of a
continuous row of evergreens of not less than 2 m
(6.6ft) in height shall be provided and maintained at the
owners expense along the entire frontage of the area of
operation (processing plant, storage facilities, office,
parking areas, etc.) excluding any areas for ingress and
egress. This buffer strip shall be setback a minimum
distance of 27.4 m (90 ft) from center line of Wellington
Rd 123.
vi) All other applicable regulations of Section 8 shall apply.
36.22
Lot 26, Conc. 15
A-22
Notwithstanding Section 8.3 of this By-law, the land zoned A-22
may be used for a rural residential use and includes the keeping
of limited livestock for domestic purposes only subject to the
following:
a) No more than two horses and one cow will be permitted to
be kept on the subject lands at any one time.
b) The keeping of swine will not be permitted on the subject
lands.
c) The maximum size of the permitted hobby barn shall be 28
m2 (300 ft2).
36.23
Map 7
OS-23 to
C2-30
PIKE LAKE GENERAL INTRODUCTION
Notwithstanding Section 17, Section 28 and Section 30 or any
other provisions to the contrary, for the land which forms the
Pike Lake recreational complex, permitted uses and regulations
are addressed under Exception zones OS-23 to C2-30.
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For the purpose of Exceptions OS-23 to OS-26 inclusive and
subsections thereto, the following additional definitions shall
apply:
ADDITION means a structure or structures that are attached to
and used in conjunction with one seasonal recreational trailer
and may be divided into more than one room.
MOBILE HOME means a factory built, detached structural unit
designed to meet the CAN/CSA-Z240 (mobile home) standard
and which is suitable for year-round occupancy. After
fabrication, the dwelling unit is transported to the site, then
assembled and placed on a supporting structure(s) complying
with the Ontario Building Code.
FACTORY BUILT HOME means the same as the definition for
Mobile Home above, except it is built to the CSA-A-277 (factory
building home) standard.
36.23
OS-23
OPEN SPACE EXCEPTION (OS-23) ZONE
a) Permitted uses
- Up to forty (40) permanent mobile homes for year
round occupancy;
- Up to four (4) cottages;
- A lodge;
- An office;
- A variety store;
- A seasonal hockey school;
- A golf school;
- One (1) video arcade;
- Shower/laundromat/washroom facilities;
- Storage and maintenance buildings;
- Uses and structures accessory to a permitted use.
b) Permitted Buildings and Structures
Existing buildings and structures or replacement thereof.
36.24
OS-24
OPEN SPACE EXCEPTION (OS-24) ZONE
a) Permitted Uses
i) Up to one hundred and eighty-five (185) seasonal
recreation sites;
ii) Uses accessory to the permitted seasonal recreational
sites including one pump house building.
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b) Permitted Buildings and Structures
i) One seasonal recreational travel trailer per site,
including additions thereto provided that such trailer
and additions do not include more than two bedrooms;
ii) One accessory structure to a seasonal recreational travel
trailer per site which is not designed for or used for
overnight sleeping accommodation;
iii) Buildings and structures accessory to the seasonal
recreational development including one pump house
building.
c) Site Coverage Regulations
i) Maximum Site Coverage
50% up to 125.4 m2 (1,350 ft2)
ii) Maximum Floor Area of Seasonal Recreational Travel
Trailer 60.4 m2 (650.0 ft2) for habitation purposes
iii) Maximum Floor Area of Additions
51.1 m2 (550.0 ft2).
iv) Maximum Floor Area of Accessory Storage
13.9 m2 (150 ft2)
d) Occupancy of Seasonal Recreational Sites
i) Occupancy of seasonal recreational sites shall only
extend from April 1 to October 31 inclusive of each year;
ii) Water and sanitary services shall not be provided beyond
the occupancy period of each year.
e) Setbacks from Open Bodies of Water
i) No new structure shall be permitted within 30 metres
(98.4 feet) of the creek connecting Pike Lake and the
Kettle Lake lying to the South;
ii) No existing structure shall be replaced or enlarged in
such a manner as to be closer to an open body of water
or creek than is existing on the date of passage of this
By-law
f) Alteration to Watercourses and Control Structures
i) No alteration or disturbance to waterways will be
permitted without the written approval of the Saugeen
Valley Conservation Authority;
ii) No modification to drainage works associated with open
water courses will be permitted without the prior written
approval of the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority.
36.25
OS-25
OPEN SPACE EXCEPTIONS (0S-25) ZONE
a) Permitted Uses
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Up to twenty (20) overnight camping sites
a) Permitted Buildings and Structures
No permanent buildings or structures will be permitted
within the zone.
b) Setbacks from Open Bodies of Water
No new structure shall be permitted within 30 metres (98.4
feet) of the creek connecting Pike Lake and the Kettle Lake
lying to the South;
d) Alteration to Watercourses and Control Structures
i) No alteration or disturbance to waterways will be
permitted without the written approval of the Saugeen
Valley Conservation Authority and /or the Ministry of
Natural Resources;
ii) No modification to drainage works associated with open
water courses will be permitted without the prior
written approval of the Saugeen Valley Conservation
Authority and/or the Ministry of Natural Resources.
36.26
OS-26 a
OPEN SPACE EXCEPTION (OS-26) ZONE
a) Permitted Uses
i) Up to one hundred and sixty three (163) seasonal
recreation sites;
ii) Uses accessory to the permitted seasonal recreational
sites;
iii) Buildings and structures accessory to the seasonal
recreational development; The existing laundromat.
b) Permitted Buildings and Structures
i) One seasonal recreational travel trailer per site, including
additions thereto provided that such trailer and additions
do not include more than two bedrooms.
ii) One accessory structure to a seasonal recreational travel
trailer site which is not designed for or used for
overnight sleeping accommodation;
iii) Buildings and structures accessory to the seasonal
recreational development.
c) Site Coverage Regulations
i) Maximum Site Coverage 50% up to 125.4m2 (1350 ft2)
ii) Maximum Floor Area of Seasonal Recreational Travel
Trailer 60.4 m2 (650 ft2) for habitation purposes
iii) Maximum Floor Area of Additions 51.1 m2 (550 ft2)
iv) Maximum Floor Area of Accessory Storage 13.9 m2 (150
ft2)
d) Occupancy of Seasonal Recreational Sites
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i) Occupancy of seasonal recreational sites shall only
extend from March 1 to November 30 inclusive of each
year;
ii) Water and sanitary services shall not be provided
beyond the occupancy period of each year.
e) Setbacks from Open Bodies of Water
i) No new structure shall be permitted within 30 metres
(98.4 feet) of an open body of water.
ii) No existing structure shall be replaced or enlarged in
such manner as to be closer to an open body of water
than as existing on the date of passage of this By-law.
iii) Notwithstanding i) above one seasonal recreational
travel trailer any be permitted on site H-81 provided any
replacement travel trailer is not placed closer to an open
body of water than the season recreational travel trailer
it replaces.
f) Alteration to Watercourses and Control Structures
i) No alteration or disturbance to waterways will be
permitted without the written approval of the Saugeen
Valley Conservation Authority and/or the Ministry of
Natural Resources;
ii) No modifications to drainage works associated with
open water courses will be permitted without the prior
written approval of the Saugeen Valley Conservation
Authority and/or the Ministry of Natural Resources.
36.26
OS-26 b
YEAR ROUND MOBILE HOME PARK
a) Permitted Uses
i) Up to sixty-two (62) year round mobile home sites;
ii) Neighborhood convenience uses accessory to the year
round mobile home park including but not limited to:
variety store, private clubhouse; recreational facilities
such as pool, tennis court and shuffle board court;
iii) Sales of mobile homes or factory built homes for use on
the site.
b) Permitted Buildings and Structures
i) One (1) mobile home per site, with no more than two
bedrooms. Notwithstanding Section 6.18 of this By-law,
the mobile home may be placed on a cement pad, subject
to meeting the Building Code. One (1) factory built home
may be placed on a site instead of a mobile home, with
all the same applicable regulations applying;
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ii) One (1) accessory storage building per mobile home site
which is not designed for or used for overnight sleeping
accommodation.
iii) One (1) accessory, seasonal attached deck per mobile
home site, which may be enclosed, but shall not be
winterized or insulated for year-round uses.
iv) One (1) variety store serving on-site residents only. Prior
to a building permit being issued, Health Unit approval
shall be required for any sewage disposal system and
the site plan shall be amended accordingly;
v) One (1) private clubhouse serving on-site residents only.
Prior to a building permit being issued, Health Unit
approval shall be required for any sewage disposal
system and the site plan shall be amended accordingly;
c) Site Coverage and Floor Area Regulations
i) Maximum Site Coverage 50% or up to 153.3 m² (1,650
ft²)
ii) Maximum Floor Areas
1. Mobile Home: 111.5 m² (1,200 ft²)
2. Accessory Storage Building: 13.9 m² (150 ft²)
3. Attached deck
- An attached deck together with mobile home not
to exceed 139.4m² (1,500 ft²) in total
- not more than 50% of attached deck may be
enclosed;
4. Variety Store
92.9 m² (1,000 ft²)
5. Private Club house
185.8 m² (2,000 ft²)
d) Occupancy of Mobile Home Park
i) Permitted occupancy of the mobile home park shall be
year round (i.e. 12 months of each year);
ii) Water and Sanitary services shall likewise be provided
year-round
e) Setbacks from Open Bodies of Water
No septic system shall be permitted within 30 m (98.4 ft).
f) Alteration to Watercourses and Control Structures
i) No alteration or disturbance to waterways will be
permitted without the written approval of the Saugeen
Valley Conservation Authority and/or the Ministry of
Natural Resources;
ii) No modifications to drainage works associated with
open water courses will be permitted without the prior
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written approval of the Saugeen Valley Conservation
Authority and/or the Ministry of Natural Resources.
36.27
NE-27
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT EXCEPTION (NE-27) ZONE
a) Permitted Uses
Natural Environment preservation excludes any building or
structures except those used for flood or erosion control.
b) Permitted Buildings/ Structures
No buildings or structures except those used for flood or
erosion control
c) Special Provisions
i) The placing or removal of fill or the alteration of water
courses will not be permitted;
ii) Clearing of areas within the zone will not be permitted.
iii) Drainage Control
Drainage of areas within the zone will not be permitted;
Notwithstanding the above, the placing and removal of fill,
the clearing of areas, and the drainage of areas, within the
zone will only be permitted for the maintenance of the
Natural Environment.
36.28
NE-28
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT EXCEPTION (NE-28) ZONE
a) Permitted Uses
Natural Environment preservation excludes any building or
structure except those used for flood/erosion control.
b) Permitted Buildings/Structures
i) Buildings or Structures for flood or erosion control;
ii) Bridges or culverts with written approval of the Saugeen
Valley Conservation Authority.
c) Special Provisions - In accordance with Subsections c) and d)
of the NE-27 Zone.
36.28
NE-28a
Notwithstanding Section 30.1, Natural Environment Zone, or any
other provisions to the contrary, the area zoned NE-28a may also
be used for a boardwalk or other crossing, provided it has been
specified in the site plan and/or approved by the Saugeen Valley
Conservation Authority. Other than the above exceptions, or
works related to them, site alteration such as filling, dredging or
excavation shall not be permitted.
36.28
OS-28b
Notwithstanding Section 6.17.1, the 204 metres (669 ft) setback
requirement for Minimum Distance Separation (MDS I),
between the golf course and the neighbouring horse farm
operation situated in Lot 11, Concession 13, shall not apply to
fairways, rough areas and minor accessory buildings and
structures normally associated with a golf course operation.
The MDS I shall apply to tee and green locations for the land
zoned OS-28b.
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Notwithstanding Section 6.20.1, the required 30 metre (98.4 ft)
Natural Environment Setback shall not apply where a
boardwalk, a crossing or other golf course feature has been
specified in the site plan and/or approved by the Saugeen
Valley Conservation Authority.
36.29
NE-29
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT EXEPTION (NE-29) ZONE
a) Permitted Uses
i) Natural environment preservation excluding any building
or structure except those for flood/erosion control;
ii) Notwithstanding the above, the existing uses and
structures consisting of five seasonal recreational travel
trailers and accessory uses and replacements thereof
located on sites 38, 45, 46, 47, 48, Section "B" and sites
6,12,17,21,25 Section "E" are considered permitted
uses.
b) Permitted Buildings/Structures
i) Buildings or structures for flood or erosion control, and
for uses permitted in subsection (ii) above;
ii) One seasonal recreational travel trailer per site including
additions thereto provided such trailer and additions do
not include more than two bedrooms;
iii) One accessory structure to a seasonal recreational travel
trailer per site which is not designed for or used for
overnight sleeping accommodation;
iv) Buildings and structures accessory to the seasonal
recreational development
c) Site Coverage Regulations
i) Maximum Site Coverage 50% up to 1,350 ft2 (125.4 m2)
ii) Maximum Floor Area of Seasonal Recreational Travel
Trailer 60.4 m2 (650 ft2) for habitation purposes
iii) Maximum Floor Area of Additions 51.1 m2 (550 ft2)
iv) Maximum Floor Area of Accessory Storage 13.9 m2 (150
ft2)
For the purpose of Exceptions NE-27 to NE-29 inclusive and
subsections thereto, the following additional definitions shall
apply:
Seasonal Recreation Trailer means a structure built on a single
chassis mounted on wheels designed to facilitate relocation from
time to time and uses primarily as living quarters for season
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camping and connected to utilities necessary for operation of
installed fixtures and appliances.
Seasonal Recreation Site means a numbered and specified
designated area of land to be used for the placement of one
seasonal recreational trailer and other accessory approved
structures as illustrated in a site plan agreement affecting the
land shown on Schedule A - Map 7.
Additions means a structure (s), which is attached to and used in
conjunction with one seasonal recreational trailer and may be
divided into more than one room.
36.30
C2-30
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL EXCEPTION (C2-30) ZONE
a) Permitted Uses
i) A mobile home and travel trailer sales and display site
and one accessory office use;
ii) Uses accessory to a mobile home and travel trailer sales
and display use;
iii) One existing games Arcade.
b) Permitted Buildings and Structures
i) A building or structure for office purposes;
ii) The temporary storage of mobile homes and travel
trailers for sale;
iii) One existing games Arcade.
c) Occupancy of Mobile Homes and Travel Trailer for sale
No mobile home or travel trailer within this zone may be used
for human occupancy purposes.
36.31
Lot 26, Con 7
A-31
Notwithstanding the permitted use of Section 8.1, the land
zoned A-31 may also be used for a sanitary waste landfill.
36.32
Part Lot 25, Con
1
5924
Wellington
Road 123
C2-32
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the land
zoned C2-32 Highway Commercial may be used for a permitted
Highway Commercial use in accordance with Section 17.1 and in
addition the following uses:
a) Additional Permitted Uses
i) Farm equipment and vehicular repair shop
ii) Tinsmith shop
iii) Plumbing and heating business
iv) A firewood storage and sales business
v) A miniature golf course
vi) Welding (not including metal fabrication)
vii) Transport truck and trailer sales/rental
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viii) Storage trailers, seacans, and shipping container sales
and rentals
ix) Mini-storage facility
b) Regulations
New uses, buildings or structures shall be subject to Section
17.2.
Notwithstanding any regulation or requirement to the
contrary, the following regulations shall apply to transport
truck and trailer sales and rentals, and storage trailers,
seacans, and shipping container sales and rental uses:
Maximum height of trailers, seacans and shipping containers
offered or kept for sale, rent, lease, or hire:
Within 50 m (164 ft) or Main St. W/Wellington Road 123.
I. 4.14 m (13.6 ft)
II. The stacking of seacans, and/or shipping containers is
not permitted.
More than 50 m (164 ft) from Main St. W/Wellington
Road 123.
I. 8.28 m (27.2 ft)
II. The stacking of more than two seacans, and/or
shipping containers is not permitted.
Section 6.32.1 does not apply to trailers, seacans, and
shipping containers offered or kept for sale, rent, lease, or
hire.
Trucks, trailers, commercial vehicles, seacans, and shipping
containers shall not be parked, displayed, stored, or kept
within the required front yard, side yard, and exterior side
yards and shall not be used for the purpose of screening or
fencing.
Buffering shall be provided in the form of a berm and
landscaping with a minimum height of 1.8 m (5.9 ft) adjacent
to any properties which are zoned to permit residential uses
or have existing residential uses.
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Site plan approval shall apply to transport truck and trailers
sales/rental, and storage trailers, seacans, and shipping
container sales and rental uses on the property.
A minimum 3.0 m (10.0 ft) landscape strip shall be provided
adjacent to Main St. W/Wellington Road 123.
A mini-self storage use may utilize seacans and shipping
containers for storage.
(Dobson Brothers Enterprises By-law 2023-047)
36.33
Lot 26, Conc. 1
C2-33
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the land
zoned C2-33 may be used for a permitted Highway Commercial
use in accordance with Section 17.2 and in addition the repair of
trucks, farm equipment forklifts and other similar industrial
machinery.
36.34
Lot 28, Conc. 9
C2-34
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the land
zoned C2-34 may be used for a permitted Highway Commercial
use in accordance with Section 17.1 and in addition the growing
and selling of market garden products.
36.35
Lot 22, Conc. 18
A-35
Notwithstanding Section 6.35.2, Restricted uses, Section 8.1,
Permitted Uses, Section 8.4-Second Dwelling Unit, or any other
provisions to the contrary, the land zoned A-35 may have a
second dwelling unit in the form of a railroad caboose which is
below the minimum floor area requirement. In addition to the
above, a mobile home may be used for a garden suite in this
zone, provided it is located within 76.2 m (250 ft) of the main
residence. All other requirements of the by-law and Section 6.12
shall apply. Pursuant to Section 39.1 (3) of the Planning Act,
R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended, the garden suite use shall be
permitted, on a temporary basis, until September 2, 2034.
36.36
Lot 27, Conc. 14
A-36
Notwithstanding Section 8.1 or any other provisions to the
contrary, the land zoned A-36 may also be used for an
automobile repair operation, including the inspection and
certification of vehicle safety.
36.37
Lot 34, Conc. 16
A-37
Notwithstanding Section 6.5 and Section 8.1, or any other
provisions to the contrary, the land zoned A-37 Agricultural
exception may also be used for a kennel operation in the location
as existing at the time of passing of the By-law. Relocating the
kennel on the property will be permitted providing it is not
moved closer to the property line or neighbouring dwellings.
36.38
Lot 82, Conc. D
C2-38
Notwithstanding Section 17.1, permitted uses, an automobile
service station which includes the sale of gasoline is not
permitted. Notwithstanding Section 5.31, the required buffer
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strip on the land zoned C2-38 may consist of a grassed or
landscaped area, provided it complies with the provisions of
Section 6.3. In addition, a landscaped area of 3.0 m (10. Ft) in
depth shall be provided across the entire frontage of the lot
adjacent to the front lot line except for areas of ingress and
egress and may consist of grass and/or vegetative plantings.
36.39
Lot 28, Conc. 9
A-39
Notwithstanding Section 8.3.1, maximum ground floor area for a
hobby barn, the land zoned A-39 may be used for a permitted
use in accordance with Section 8.1 including a hobby barn with a
maximum ground floor area of 406 m² (4,370 ft²).
Notwithstanding Section 8.3.2 a) and b) setbacks for hobby
barns, for the land zoned A-39 a hobby barn may be located 7.6
m (24.9 ft) from the rear lot line. The minimum setback required
from all other lot lines to the hobby barn is 46 metres (150 ft).
In addition, a portion of the hobby barn may be used for the dry
storage of materials and products associated with a commercial
health food business conducted off site. All other applicable
provisions of this By-law shall apply to the land zoned A-39.
36.40
Conc. 17,
Part Lot 12,
Part Lot 13
A-40
In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone, and
notwithstanding any other sections of this by-law to the
contrary, the following additional uses are permitted:
a) A church and cemetery, subject to the following:
i) That notwithstanding Section 6.17, MDS 1, or any
other section of this by-law to the contrary, the
minimum setback between the church, cemetery
lands and the livestock facilities and manure storage
area located at 9810 Baseline Road are deemed to
comply.
ii) That a continuous coniferous treed planting strip
immediately adjacent to the Given Road lot line and
between the cemetery and Given Road be installed
and maintained with a minimum height of 1.8 m (5.9
ft).
(Martin By-law 2023-05)
36.41
Lot 114, Conc.
D
M1-41
The land zoned M1-41 is permitted a bulk fuel depot and
ancillary uses such as fuel deliveries, office and warehouse. In
addition, the sale of and repair of appliances such as furnaces
and water heaters and the sale of related package products is
permitted subject to the following regulations:
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a) Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary, the
office/warehouse, cardlock (fuel pump) and fuel storage
tanks shall not be located closer than 45.72 m (150 ft) from
the residence on the adjacent lot to the east.
b) Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary, not more
than 25 percent of the gross floor area may be used for
accessory retail use and the products being sold do not have
to be produced on site.
The parking and fueling of school buses is also permitted on the
property.
(Chalmers & Brouwer By-Law 2018-54)
36.42
Lot 1, Con. A
A-42
In addition to the permitted uses of the A Zone, the land zoned
A-42 is permitted the following:
a) The existing apartment in the garage shall be permitted as a
second dwelling unit on the property and may be used
commercially for "farm vacation guests;
b) Market gardening products (some produce being brought in
from off-site) may be sold at a roadside stand and/or in a
store in the existing garage and/or as "pick your own";
c) A commercial petting zoo may be established and the
vacant poultry building may be used for this purpose.
Domestic animals species shall be permitted. Exotic animal
species shall be permitted only when the requirements of
the Town's Exotic Animal By-law have first been satisfied
and any necessary permits have been issued.
Proper signage in a location clearly visible from the street
shall be required to direct highway traffic to off-street
parking areas.
36.43
Lot 11, Conc. 14
C2-43
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the land
zoned C2-43 Highway Commercial may be used for a permitted
Highway Commercial use in accordance with Section 17.1 and in
addition the following uses:
a) Permitted Uses
- a 36+unit hotel complex;
- related accessory uses such as an office, restaurant,
laundry, parking lot, swimming pool, recreation facilities,
squash courts and meeting/convention rooms;
- an overflow parking area for Pike Lake Golf Course.
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b) Regulations
The lands shall be subject to all of the regulations for the
Highway Commercial Zone, Section 17.2; Notwithstanding
Section 6.27, parking in the front yard shall not be limited to
3 visitor parking spaces.
36.44
Teviotdale -
Map 5
C2-44
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 17.1, the following
additional uses shall be permitted:
a) the warehousing, sale and delivery of building components
for livestock housing systems and/or agricultural buildings.
Building components shall not be manufactured on-site.
Some assembly of the components may take place on-site;
b) the detached dwelling may be used for an office;
c) the existing shop attached to the detached dwelling may be
used for the assembly of building components. Additions
enlarging the floor area of the shop shall not be allowed
without a rezoning;
d) the sale of transport truck trailers;
e) the sale of agricultural products; and,
f) the sale, servicing and repair of recreational vehicles and/or
equipment.
These uses shall be subject to the following additional
regulations:
a) Notwithstanding Section 17.4 of this by-law, the minimum
side yard for the above-noted warehouse shall not be less
than 12.2 metres (40.0 feet) from the residential property
boundary to the east.
b) All shop activities for the assembly of building components
shall be relocated from the detached dwelling to the
warehouse once it has been constructed.
c) Prior to development taking place on the property, the
location of the municipal drain is to be accurately located and
the setback requirements of Section 6.20.2 (Municipal Drain
Setback) are to be met.
36.45
Map 7
A-45
Notwithstanding Section 8.2.4 a) or any other provisions to the
contrary, the minimum side yards for a residential dwelling on
the land zoned A-45 shall be 10.67 m (35 ft) within the zone.
36.46
Lot 26, Conc. 1
A-46
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, in addition
to those uses permitted by Section 8.1 Agricultural Zone, the
land zoned A-46 may also be used for the following agriculture-
related use:
- The repair and maintenance of agricultural machinery
and vehicles, including the inspection and certification of
vehicle safety.
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- In addition to the regulations of Section 8.2, the above
additional use shall also comply with the following
regulations:
- The use shall be permitted only as a secondary use to the
primary agricultural use of the property;
- The operator of the use is to reside on the same farm
property that the use is located on;
- The use shall be entirely contained within the existing
implement shed other than for the parking of client's
agricultural machinery or vehicles to be repaired, or
outdoor storage as outlined below;
- The outdoor storage of goods, material or supplies will
only be permitted in the rear yard of the implement shed.
Any portion of the area used for outdoor storage, which
does not adjoin an exterior wall of the implement shed,
shall be completely enclosed by a fence, planting strip or
combination thereof.
- The keeping of agricultural machinery and/or vehicles for
the purpose of wrecking or salvaging shall not be
permitted.
36.47
Lot 11, Conc. 14
OS-47
Notwithstanding the recreational uses as defined by the By-law
and permitted in Section 28.1, Open Space Zone, the uses
permitted within the OS-47 zone shall be limited to the
following:
- Driving Range
- Miniature Golf
- Chipping and/or putting practice green
- Playgrounds
- Playing fields
- Tennis courts
- Swimming or wading pool
- Uses accessory to the above such as the rental/storage of
equipment, washroom facilities, rain shelter, picnic/BBQ
areas, parking areas etc.
In addition to the above recreational uses, the area zoned OS-47
may also be used for:
- Agricultural uses excluding the keeping of livestock;
- A reserve septic system in the event that the
neighbouring hotel's system should fail.
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Notwithstanding Section 28.2.7, Lot Coverage, the combined
area of buildings for the entire above-noted accessory uses
together, shall not exceed 92.9 m2 (1,000 ft2).
36.48
Lot 30, Conc. 6
A-48
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, in addition
to those uses permitted by Section 8.1, Agricultural Zone, the
area zoned A-48 may also be used for a seasonal cottage.
In addition to the regulations of Section 8.2, the above additional
use shall also comply with the following regulations:
a) The cottage is only to be used for seasonal use
b) The cottage is not to be constructed in an area that is under
agricultural cultivation (row or forage crop)
c) The maximum permitted floor area of the cottage shall not
exceed 41.8 m2 (450 ft2)
d) A building accessory to the cottage shall be permitted with
the maximum permitted floor area not to exceed 20.9 m²
(225 ft²)
e) The cottage shall be serviced either by an organic toilet or
holding tank. A septic system and tile bed shall not be
permitted.
36.49
Lot 21, Conc. 17
A-49
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, in addition
to those uses permitted by Section 8.1, Agricultural Zone, the
land zoned A-49 may also be used for the following:
a) Permitted Uses
- An overnight children's camp
- A farm vacation
- A kennel
- The keeping of exotic animals
In addition to the regulations for uses within the Agricultural
Zone, the following additional regulations shall also apply:
i) The kennel shall be situated in its existing location or in a
location further away from neighbouring dwellings.
ii) Any accessory dwelling units for the children's camp or farm
vacation shall be located to the rear of the primary dwelling
unit on the property.
iii) The owners of the land at the owner's expense, as
determined by the Town shall provide sufficient washroom,
kitchen and garbage facilities.
iv) Exotic animals may be kept on the property provided they are
compliance with the Town's Exotic Animal By-law.
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36.50
5129-5135
15th Line
A-50
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 8.1, the lands zoned
A-50 may be used for a metal fabrication shop.
(Frey By-law 2025-046)
36.51
Lot 28, Conc. 13
A-51
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, in addition
to the provisions of Sections 8.3, 8.3.1, 8.5, 8.6 and 8.7, the land
zoned A-51 may be used for a permitted home industry and a
bulk food retail store where food items such as flour, sugar,
canning supplies are offered or kept for sale directly to the
public. The following regulations shall apply:
a) The maximum gross floor area devoted to the bulk retail
store shall be 28.0 m2 (301.4 ft2).
b) Notwithstanding Section 6.14 d), the maximum ground floor
area of the building or structure used for a home industry
shall be 185.8 m2 (2,000 ft2).
c) Notwithstanding Section 6.14 g), the building or structure
used for the home industry and bulk food retail store shall be
located within 20 metres (65.6 ft) of a lot line.
d) Except as provided for above, the land zoned A-51 shall be
subject to all other applicable regulations of the Zoning By-
law.
36.52
Lot 11, Conc. 13
A-52
Notwithstanding, Section 6.17.2, the Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS II) requirement from the neighbouring golf
course in Lot 10, Concession 13 shall not be applied for new
livestock buildings or structures or expansions to existing
livestock buildings or structures, within the A-52 zone. MDS shall
be applied within the A-52 zone for all other neighbouring land
uses.
36.53
Lot 20, Conc. 12
A-53
Except as provided for below, the land zoned A-53 shall be
subject to all applicable requirements of this by-law:
a) Notwithstanding
the
requirements
of
the
Natural
Environment Setbacks (Section 6.20.1), a single detached
residential dwelling may be constructed provided:
i) The residential dwelling is located no closer than 25 m (82
ft) to the boundary of the Natural Environment Zone,
defined as the wooded area existing at the time of
passing of the amending by-law adding this exception
zone.
ii) No site disturbance, fill placement or earth removal is to
occur within 25 m (82 ft) of the boundary of the Natural
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Environment Zone, except for minor smoothing of the
surface and seedbed preparation for the planting of
vegetation.
iii) Except for a single detached residential dwelling as
provided for in i, all buildings and structures including a
private sewage treatment system, shall be located
outside of the 30 m (98.4 ft) setback from the Natural
Environment Zone.
b) Notwithstanding
the
requirements
of
the
Natural
Environment Setbacks (Section 6.20.1), portions of the
driveway and cul-de-sac that are located within the 30m
(98.4 ft) from the Natural Environment Zone are permitted
as existing at the time of passing of the amending by-law
adding this exception zone.
36.54
Whites Rd
A-54
In addition to all applicable regulations contained in this zoning
by-law including the A-1 Exception Zone, for the land zoned
A-54 the following additional regulations shall apply:
a) Notwithstanding Section 6.17, Minimum Distance Separation
MDS I and MDS II of this by-law, the land zoned A-54 shall be
permitted no more than 26 livestock units within an animal
group 1, 2 or 3.
b) The southern edge of the manure storage area shall be
situated at least 14 m (46 ft) north of the existing barn.
36.55
Lot 21, Conc. 16
ER-55
Notwithstanding
Section
14,
Estate
Residential
zone
requirements, or anything to the contrary in this by-law, the
following regulations shall apply to those lands zoned ER-55:
a) Minimum Lot Area and Minimum Lot Frontage - as described
in the draft approved Plan of Subdivision 23T-89013,
provided approval is received from the applicable authority
for sewage disposal systems.
b) Maximum Lot Coverage - 20%, including accessory buildings
and structures.
c) Minimum Interior Side Yards - 3.5 m (11.5 ft) for all buildings
and structures.
d) Minimum Building Line Distance:
- 32 m (105 ft) from centreline of the Wellington Rd. 2
- 19 m (62.3 ft) from centerline of a street in the Plan of
Subdivision
e) Minimum Rear Yard
9 m (29.5 ft)
f) Minimum Ground Floor Area:
- 1 storey or split level
110 m2 (1,184 ft2)
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- more than 1 storey
85 m2 (915 ft2)
g) Maximum Building Height
10 m (34.4 ft)
h) Notwithstanding
Section
6.20,
Natural
Environment
Setbacks, the required 30 m (98.4 ft) setback from the
Natural Environment zone shall not apply.
36.56
Lot 21, Conc. 16
NE-56
Notwithstanding Section 30, Natural Environment Zone,
laneways across the Natural Environment area shall be
permitted, in accordance with the approved "Lot Grading,
Erosion and Siltation Control Plan" dated December 10, 1990
prepared by Paragon Engineering Ltd., to gain access to the
developable portions of Lots 5 and 6 in the draft approved plan
of subdivision 23T-89013. However, all structural development
shall be located outside of the Natural Environment zone."
36.57
Lot 4, Conc. A
EI-57
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of Section 26.1, extraction
within the land zoned EI-57 shall be limited to a Category 3 -
Class "A" Licensed Pit pursuant to the provisions of the
Aggregate Resources Act, R.S.O 1990, as amended, which is
restricted to extracting aggregate material no closer than 1.5
metres above the established groundwater table. All other
permitted uses under Section 26.1 of this by-law shall be
permitted.
36.58
Lot 68, Conc. D
RIN-58
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of Section 25, the land
zoned RIN-58 may only be used for the following uses:
- An accessory residential use
- The processing of yarn and its fabrication into end
products and associated uses such as a business office,
factory retail sales, storage areas and display area.
- The following "dry" industrial uses - builders or
contractors yard, business or professional office, custom
workshop, service or repair shop, commercial studio,
computer programming/data processing establishment,
research facility, printing/publishing, veterinarian office.
Dry industrial uses shall not be permitted if they have the
potential of being offensive, obnoxious or dangerous to the
neighbours or the area by reason of: the emission of light, heat,
fumes, noise, vibration, gas, dust, smoke, fire, odour, air or water
borne waste or pollution; interference with radio or television;
or, the significant increase in vehicle traffic due to frequency of
deliveries by commercial carriers or patron parking. Where the
Chief Building Official is of the opinion that a dry industrial use
may not be in compliance with this regulation, then the proposed
use will require an amendment to this by-law.
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The land zoned RIN-58 shall be subject to the Regulations of
Section 25.2, applicable regulations of Section 6.
(Small/Griffey By-law 216-27)
36.59
Teviotdale
C5-59
In addition to the permitted uses of Section 20.1 the land zoned
C5-59 is also permitted a motor cycle sales and service
establishment and a retail store specializing in archery supplies.
Notwithstanding Section 20.2.1 the minimum lot area
requirement for the land zoned C5-59 is 2,479 m² (24,795 ft²). In
addition, the regulations of Section 20.2.9 shall not apply to the
C5-59 Zone.
Except as stated above, all other applicable regulations of this
Zoning by-law shall apply to the land zoned C5-59.
36.60
Lot 110, Conc.
D
A-60
Notwithstanding Section 8.2.1 of the Agricultural Zone
Regulations, the land zoned A-60 may be used for a permitted
use of the Agricultural Zone with a minimum lot area of 70 acres.
36.61
Con D Pt Lot
114
6739
Wellington Rd
109
Teviotdale
A-61
Within the A-61 zone, no person shall use any land or construct,
alter or use any buildings or structures except in accordance with
the following provisions:
a) Permitted Uses
i) Agricultural uses except that new livestock buildings or
structures including hobby barns are not permitted in the
A-61 Zone.
ii) Single detached residential dwelling on an existing lot
subject to the regulations of Section 9 except as provided
for under b)
iii) Home Occupation subject to the regulations of 6.15
iv) Home Industry subject to the regulations of Section 6.14
v) Accessory uses, buildings and structures to the above
permitted uses.
b) Regulations
i) Lot Area, minimum
8.29 ha (20.5 ac)
ii) Lot Frontage, minimum
115.5 m (379 ft) where the
lot frontage for this property is determined by measuring
along the front lot line, which is defined as the street line of
Wellington Rd 109.
(Chalmers & Brouwer By-law 2018-54)
36.62
Teviotdale
C5-62
In addition to the uses permitted by Section 20.1, the land zoned
C5-62 may also be permitted a motor vehicle inspection station
as regulated by the Ministry of Transportation subject to the
applicable regulations of Section 6 and Section 20.2. In addition,
the following specific regulation shall apply to C5-62 Zone.
i) Buffer Area:
In accordance with Section 6.3, a buffer
area shall be provided where the C5-62 Zone abuts the R1A
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Zone. The buffer area may incorporate either the regulations
of Section 6.3 b) or 6.3 e) for the C5-62 zone. The provisions
of Section 6.3 a), c) and d) shall continue to apply as set out
in Section 6.3.
36.63
A-63
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of the Agricultural Zone, the
land zoned A-63 may only be permitted a 3-D archery range
including a shooting deck and an accessory retail store
specializing in the sale of bows and related archery supplies, and
a single detached residential dwelling. These site-specific uses
shall be subject to the following specific regulations:
a) The regulations of Section 8.5.2 of this By-law shall apply to
the single detached residential dwelling except that the
required front yard setback from Highway 89 on the property
shall include the applicable distances required by Section
6.31.
b) The following regulations shall apply to the retail store:
i) Front Yard, minimum
36.5 m (120 ft)
ii) Exterior Side Yard, minimum
9.1 m (30 ft)
iii) Interior Side Yard, minimum
37.5 (123 ft)
iv) Rear Yard, minimum
167.6 m (554 ft)
v) Ground Floor Area, maximum
69.7 m2 (750 ft²)
This ground floor area requirement does not include the area
required for the shooting deck which may be attached to the
retail store and except as provided for by the A-63 Zone will be
classified as an accessory use and structure for the purposes of
this by-law.
a) The archery range shall be located to the rear of the retail
store and shall require a minimum exterior side yard of 22.9
m (75 ft) from Sideroad 3 North.
b) Notwithstanding Section 6.20, the target structures within
the archery range may be located within 50 feet of the
Natural Environment Zone. All other buildings and structures
on the property shall comply with the requirements of
Section 6.20.
That except as provided for by the A-63 Zone, all other applicable
regulations of this by-law shall apply.
36.64
A-64
a) Notwithstanding Section 6.14 d) of the Home Industry
regulations, a woodworking operation may be operated on
the subject property with a ground floor area of up to 668.88
m2 (7,200 ft2). Of this area, no more than 483.08 m2 (5,200
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ft2) may be used for the woodworking "shop area". The
remaining area may be used for an office, showroom, rough
lumber storage and finished product storage. The showroom
is to be used for wholesale purposes. Retail sales are not to
be promoted through signs or through advertising.
b) Notwithstanding Section 6.14 e) of the Home Industry
regulations, no full-time employees, who do not reside on
the same property as the woodworking operation, shall be
permitted. However, up to 3 part-time employees, who do
not reside on the same property as the woodworking
operation, shall be permitted. Part-time employees are
defined as not working more than 3 days per week, on
average, throughout the year in the woodworking operation.
c) The woodworking shop, home industry shall be considered
as an accessory use to the primary agricultural use on the
property. As such, any Minimum Distance Separation (MDS
2) measurements, taken from existing or proposed,
neighbouring livestock facilities shall not consider the
woodworking shop.
d) Other than as provided for above, the woodworking shop -
home industry shall meet all other home industry regulations
and all other requirements of Zoning By-law No. 01-86.
36.65
ER-65
a) Notwithstanding Section 14.2.1, the minimum lot area for all
lots within the ER-65 zone shall be 1.61 ha (4.0 ac).
b) Notwithstanding
the
Natural
Environment
setback
regulations of Section 6.20.1 a), the setback for any building
or structure, including a private sewage treatment system
and any associated tile weeping bed from the NE-66 zone
shall be 0.0 metres.
36.66
NE-66
a) Notwithstanding the permitted uses in Section 30.1, no
buildings, filling or regrading, roads or waste treatment
systems shall be constructed in the NE-66 zone.
b) The lands zoned NE-66 shall remain in their natural
undisturbed state.
c) The NE-66 zone along the waters edge on the south side of
the canal and the east side of the Pike Lake shoreline is 30
metres wide measured from the high water mark. The NE-66
zone area west of the southern tip of Pike Lake is greater than
30 metres wide and is as shown on Schedule 'A' Map 6.
36.67
Pt. Lots 68 &
69,
Con. D
A-67
Notwithstanding Section 8.5.1, the land zoned A-67 may only be
used as follows:
a) Permitted Uses
-
parochial school
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meeting house
-
cemetery not including columbarium's, mausoleums and
crematoriums
-
accessory uses, buildings or structures
b) Additional Regulations
-
Notwithstanding Section 6.17.1, the Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS I) shall not apply to the cemetery and
cemetery parking with respect to:
-
the 127 m (416.7 feet) and 139 m (456 feet)
setback requirement for MDS I from the
neighbouring sheep barn and manure storage
situated on Pt. Lot 68 & 69, Con. D; and,
-
the 221 m (725 feet) and 231 m (757.9 feet)
setback requirement for MDS I, from the
neighbouring barn and manure storage on Pt. Lot
70 & 71, Con. D.
The MDS I shall apply to the parochial school, meeting house and
accessory uses.
-
Notwithstanding Section 30.2 and 6.20 or any other
provisions to the contrary, a portion of the land zoned A-
67 shall be subject to a reduced setback from the limit of
a Natural Environment (NE) Zone of 24.0 m commencing
at the intersection of the NE Zone boundary and 13th Line,
following the NE Zone boundary for a distance of 122.0 m
north of 13th Line. In all other respects, the 30.0 m
setback shall apply.
-
The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority shall be
consulted prior to building permit issuance for the
northeast portion of the property in accordance with
Section 2.6 to more precisely determine the boundary of
the NE zone.
36.68
Pt. Lots 68 & 69,
Con. D.
Pt. Lots 70 &
71, C
A-68
Notwithstanding Section 6.17.2, the Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS II) requirement from the neighbouring
parochial school, meeting house, cemetery and accessory uses
on a portion of Lot 68 & 69, Con. D shall not be applied for new
livestock buildings or structures, or expansions to existing
livestock buildings or structures, within the A-67 zone. However,
the MDS II shall be applied within the A-68 zone for all other
neighbouring land uses.
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Lot 6, Con. 7
A-69
Notwithstanding Section 8.5.1, the land zoned A-69 may only be
used as follows:
a) Permitted Uses
-
Parochial school
-
Accessory uses, buildings or structures including a
dwelling accessory to a school.
36.70
Part Lot 71
Conc. D
A-70
Within the A-70 zone, no person shall use any land or construct,
alter or use any buildings or structures except in accordance with
the following provisions:
a) Permitted Uses
i. A Single Detached Residential dwelling subject to the
regulations of Section 8;
ii. A Home industry subject to the regulations of Section
6.14;
iii) Accessory uses, buildings and structures to the above
permitted uses.
b) Regulations
In addition to the regulations of Section 8, the following
regulations shall also apply to the land zoned A-70:
i) That notwithstanding Section 6.20.1(a) or any other
provision of this by-law to the contrary, the minimum
setback from the Natural Environment (NE) Zone for any
building or structure, including a private sewage
treatment system and any associated tile weeping bed,
shall be reduced to 20.0 metres on the Northeasterly side
of the A-70 Zone. In order to properly define the building
envelope, a site plan shall be prepared showing the
proposed location of the dwelling and any accessory
structure. This site plan shall be approved by the Saugeen
Valley Conservation Authority and the Town of Minto
prior to a building permit being issued.
ii. That the lowest building opening, such as door sills or
window sills, be at or above the existing ground surface.
iii. That the storage of supplies, equipment and vehicles
associated with the industrial painting business may
occur on site, provided that any hazardous substances
(e.g. paints, solvents) are sorted/disposed of in an
environmentally appropriate manner and provided that
painting for commercial purposes does not take place on
site.
iv. That the property shall be subject to site plan control.
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NE-70
Notwithstanding Section 30 and Section 6.20 or any other
provisions to the contrary, the following shall apply to the land
zoned NE-70:
i) No filling, excavation or regarding, roads, or waste
treatment systems shall be constructed in the NE-70 zone
except for the driveway existing as of the date of the
passing of this by-law;
ii) The lands zoned NE-70 shall remain in their natural,
undisturbed state and shall not be altered in anyway,
except that forest management/harvesting is permitted
provided "Good Forestry Practices" are followed.
36.71
A-71
The land zoned A-71 shall be subject to all of the provisions of
the A-1 zone. In addition, a hobby farm shall be permitted,
provided that no more than a total of 6 livestock units within
animal groups 1,2 or 3, as defined by the Minimum Distance
Separation Guidelines, are being housed within the existing
barn. Notwithstanding Section 6.17.2, Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS 2), shall not apply to 6 or fewer livestock units
housed in the existing barn.
36.72
Pt. Lot 6, Con.
14
ER-72
i) Notwithstanding Section 14.2.1 of the Estate Residential
Zone, the minimum lot area shall be 0.4 hectares (1 acre).
Notwithstanding the above exception, in the case Lot # 7 of
the redline revised draft approved plan of subdivision 23T-
90007 (former Lot # 10), the minimum lot area shall be 0.8
hectares (2 acres).
ii) The Natural Environment Setbacks of Section 6.20 shall not
apply to Lots # 4, # 5 and # 7 of the redline revised draft
approved plan of subdivision 23T-90007 (former Lots # 6, #
7, # 8, # 9 and # 10). However, the following requirements
apply to the respective lots:
- the owner of Lot # 5 (former Lots # 6, # 7 and # 9) shall
submit a site plan for review and approval of the Saugeen
Valley Conservation Authority, prior to a building permit
being issued by the Town of Minto.
- the owner of Lot # 4 (former Lots # 7, # 8 and # 9) and Lot
# 7 (former Lot # 10) shall submit a site plan for review by
the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority, prior to a
building permit being issued by the Town of Minto.
iii) Notwithstanding Section 14.2.2 of the Estate Residential
Zone, the minimum lot frontage shall be 30.0 metres (98.4
feet).
36.73
A-73
Notwithstanding the requirements of Section 8.5, Reduced Lot
Regulations, the minimum lot area for the property zoned A-73
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shall be as existing at the time of passing of this by-law
amendment. Other than this, all other requirements of Section
8.5 apply.
36.74
Part Lot 30,
Con.14
A-74
a) In addition to and in accordance with the uses permitted in
Section 8.1, the lands zoned A-74 may also permit a dog
kennel;
i) That the dog kennel operates in accordance with the
regulations of the Town of Minto Dog and Dog Kennel
Licensing and Regulation By-law; By-law No. 05-12, as
amended;
ii) That the kennel maintains a 30 metres setback from the
NE zone boundary pursuant to Section 6.20.1.
iii) That the westerly extent of the building envelope for the
Kennel be situated approximately 152.4m (500 ft) to the
east of the west lot line and that the northerly extent of
the building envelope be approximately 254.5m (835 ft)
from the north lot line.
b) In addition to the uses permitted in Section 8.1, the lands
zoned A-74 may also permit a parochial school, serving a local
community that relies extensively on horse drawn vehicles as
their sole means of transportation, subject to the following
regulations:
i) That the school shall be considered a Type "A" land use
with respect to the Minimum Distance Separation
Formulae and the calculation of distances required for
new or expanding livestock facilities on neighbouring
properties;
ii) That a portable classroom may be used for the school.
36.75
East Part of Lot
96,
Concession D
AC-75
a) In addition to the uses permitted in Section 23.1, the land
zoned AC-75 may also permit a Contractor's Yard, provided it
is accessory to an Agricultural Commercial use located on the
property, and;
b) That a 2.4 metre (8ft.) solid wood fence be constructed along
the westerly property line.
(Gilmore Farm Supply By-law 07-43)
36.76
Part Lot 32, Con
5
A-76
In addition to the other uses permitted in Section 8, Agriculture,
the storage of vehicles, equipment and materials associated with
the
agriculture-related,
mobile
washing,
painting
and
sandblasting business may take place, subject to the following
regulations:
a) Notwithstanding Section 6.1.4 (ii), pursuant to Section
8.5, an accessory building with a maximum ground floor
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area of 464.5 sq. m. (5,000 sq. ft) may be constructed for
storage purposes for the business;
b) The materials being stored in this accessory building are
limited to:
- that normally associated with a residential use
- equipment, supplies and vehicles associated with the
mobile washing, painting and sandblasting business;
c) No activities associated with the above-noted business,
other than storage is permitted;
d) No outside storage of equipment or materials associated
with the above-noted business is permitted.
e) Notwithstanding Section 6.20, Natural Environment
Setbacks, a residential dwelling and the above-noted
accessory building may be situated within the 30 m. (98.4
ft.)
Natural
Environment
setback,
provided
the
Conservation Authority approves the location.
36.77
Part of Lot 66,
Con. D
A-77
In addition to the other uses permitted in Section 8, Agriculture,
an auto repair/paint shop is permitted in this zone, subject to the
following regulations:
a) The use is permitted only within the existing 334.44 square
metre (40 ft. by 90 ft. = 3,600 ft²) shop.
b) Notwithstanding Section 6.20.1, the existing shop is
permitted within the 30 metre setback from the natural
environment zone.
c) Outside storage of unlicensed vehicles, vehicle parts and
materials related to the auto repair/paint shop operation are
prohibited.
36.78
Pt of Lts 113 &
114, Con C
A-78
Notwithstanding any other section of this By-law to the contrary,
use of the existing barn and liquid manure tank, which are
situated in the West Part of Lot 113, for livestock purposes shall
be prohibited.
36.79
Con 12, PT LT
27
6193 12th Line
Allen Horst
A-79
a) In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A)
zone, the following additional uses are permitted:
i) A kennel operated in accordance with the regulations of
the Town of Minto Dog and Dog Kennel Licensing and
Regulation By-law No. 2016-31, as amended.
(Horst By-law 2020-52)
36.80
Part Lot 19, Con
14
6275 Hwy 89
A-80
a) In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone,
the following additional uses are permitted:
i) A Lavender Farm operation including the following:
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- distillation of essential oils (e.g. Lavender, Bergamot,
Hyssop, Lemon Balm, etc.) from plants grown on-site;
- demonstration garden;
- sale of essential oils, Lavender products and related
cosmetic products;
- an accessory café;
- other related, small scale accessory uses
ii) A kennel operates in accordance with the regulations of
the Town of Minto Dog and Dog Kennel Licensing and
Regulation By-law No. 2016-31, as amended.
b) In addition to other applicable zoning regulations, the above-
noted permitted uses shall also comply with the following
regulations:
i. All
requirements
of
the
Ontario
Ministry
of
Transportation
ii. Notwithstanding the setbacks required in Section 6.20,
Natural Environment and Municipal Drain Setbacks,
lesser setbacks shall be permitted, provided that the
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority approves building
and structure locations in writing prior to the issuance of
a building permit.
(Martin By-law 2019-09)
36.81
Lot 73, Conc. C
A-81
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 8.1, the lands zoned
A-81 shall also permit a dog kennel, subject to the following
regulations:
a) That the kennel operates in accordance with the regulations
of the Town of Minto Dog and Dog Kennel Licensing and
Regulation By-law No. 05-12, as amended;
b) That the kennel maintain a 30 metre setback from the NE
zone boundary, pursuant to Section 6.20.1 of this by-law.
36.82
Lot 29, W. Lot
28
Conc 3
A-82
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 8.1, the lands zoned
A-82 shall also permit a dog kennel, subject to the following
regulation:
a) That the kennel operates in accordance with the
regulations of the Town of Minto Dog and dog Kennel
Licensing and Regulation By-law No. 05-12, as amended.
(Horseburgh By-law 10-11)
36.83
Lot 27, Conc 15
A-83
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 8.1, the lands zoned
A-83 shall also permit:
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- A kennel, and
- An agriculture-related home industry in the form of a
farm machinery repair and welding shop. This use shall
be subject to the following regulations.
a) That notwithstanding Section 6.14 (d) of this by-law, the shop
shall not exceed a total of 278.7 m2 (3,000 ft2) in size;
b) That notwithstanding Section 6.14 I of this by-law, the home
industry may employ up to 3 employees who do not reside
on the property;
c) That notwithstanding Section 6.20, the shop may be located
within the 30 m (98.4 ft) setback from the Natural
Environment zone, provided it is in accordance with a permit
or permission issued by the Saugeen Valley Conservation
Authority.
d) All other requirements of Section 6.14 shall be complied with
(Wideman By-law 10-24 & By-law 2012-25)
36.84
Con A, Lot 13
9314
Wellington
Road 6
A-84
In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone,
and notwithstanding any other sections of this by-law to the
contrary, the following additional uses are permitted:
a) A rural school and accessory uses such as playgrounds, ball
diamonds and parking areas, subject to the following:
i. That notwithstanding Section 6.17, MDS I and MDS II, or
any other section of this by-law to the contrary, the
minimum setback between the school and existing and
proposed livestock facilities and manure storage areas
located at 9314 Wellington Road 6, 9342 Wellington
Road 6, 9357 Wellington Road 6 and 6816 Sideroad 4
are deemed to comply.
(Bearinger By-law 2023-016)
36.85
Con 9, Pt Lt 6, Lt
7
9258 Road 1 N
Maynard
&
Laura Martin
A-85
a) In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone,
the following additional uses are permitted:
i) A kennel operated in accordance with the regulations of
the Town of Minto Dog and Dog Kennel Licensing and
Regulation By-law No. 2016-31, as amended.
(Martin By-law 2020-53)
36.86
Pt Lt 6, Con 13
9563 O'Dwyers
Rd
Marina Menzies
A-86
a) In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone,
the following additional uses are permitted:
i) A kennel operated in accordance with the regulations of
the Town of Minto dog and Dog Kennel Licensing and
Regulation By-law No. 2016-31, as amended.
(Menzies By-law 2020-069)
36.87
Con 3, S Pt Lt 36
5494 3rd Line
A-87
Notwithstanding Section 6.1.3 b), the maximum height of the
existing barn is 12.2 m (40 ft).
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Notwithstanding Section 6.1.4 b), the existing four accessory
structures (barn, driveshed, playhouse and shed) with ground
floor area of 783.4 m² (8,432 ft²) is permitted as an accessory
building subject to the following conditions:
a) Enlargement of the bank barn building is not permitted;
b) Additional accessory structures are not permitted on the
property including a hobby barn or building under the home
industry provisions;
c) The recognition of the ground floor area applies only to the
existing accessory buildings and removal of the building shall
void this provision;
d) The building may only be used for personal storage accessory
to the main residential dwelling and may not be used for
livestock and/or used for business/commercial uses including
a home industry.
(Craig By-law 2021-24)
36.88
Lt 7 & 8, Con 1
A-88
Notwithstanding Section 6.1.4ii, or any other section of this by-
law to the contrary, the floor area of the accessory buildings may
have a combined floor area of 384.23 m² (4,136 ft²). In addition,
the minimum permitted frontage shall be 14.93 m (49 ft).
(R&R Mitchell Farms Ltd By-law 2011-25)
36.89
Con 6, Lot 11
A-89
Notwithstanding Section 6.1.4 b) the existing accessory structure
(shed) with a ground floor area of 351.2 m² (3,780 ft²) is
permitted as an accessory building subject to the following
conditions:
a) Enlargement of the accessory building is not permitted;
b) Additional accessory structures are not permitted on the
property including a hobby barn or building under the home
industry provisions;
c) The recognition of the ground floor area applies only to the
existing accessory buildings and removal of the building shall
void this provision; and,
d) The building may only be used for personal storage accessory
to the main residential dwelling and may not be used for
livestock and/or used for business/commercial uses including
a home industry.
(Harper By-law 2021-38)
36.90
Con 6, Lot 11
A-90
The provisions of Section 36.5 (A-5) of the Rural Area Exception
zone apply to this property.
The existing mobile home is recognized in its current location and
cannot be enlarged, moved elsewhere on the property or be
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replaced. The removal of the mobile home shall void this
provision.
(Harper By-law 2021-38)
36.91
Con 11, Lot 42
9399 Howick-
Minto Townline
A-91
a) In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone,
the following additional uses are permitted:
i) A kennel operated in accordance with the regulations of
the Town of Minto Dog and Dog Kennel Licensing and
Regulation By-law No. 2016-31, as amended.
(Holst By-law 2021-61)
36.92
Concession 14,
Part Lot 24
5927 14th Line
A-92
In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone, and
notwithstanding any other sections of this by-law to the
contrary, the following additional uses are permitted:
a) A parochial school and accessory uses such as playgrounds,
ball diamonds, and parking areas, subject to the following:
i) That notwithstanding Section 6.17, MDS 1, or any other
section of this by-law to the contrary, the minimum
setback between the parochial school lands and the
livestock facilities and manure storage areas located at
5927 14th Line, 5967 14th Line and 5964 14th Line are
deemed to comply.
ii) Notwithstanding the Natural Environment setback
regulations of Section 6.20.1.a) a setback of 0.0 metres is
permitted to the limit of the Natural Environment (NE)
zone.
iii) The parochial school building is required to be built
outside the Natural Environment (NE) zone. However,
any future accessory buildings/structures proposed are
subject to the approval of the Conservation Authority.
(Wideman By-law 2022-10)
36.93
Part of Lot 107,
Concession D
A-93
1. Notwithstanding Section 6.1.4ii, or any other section of this
by-law to the contrary, the total floor area of the proposed
accessory building may be 241.9 m2 (2604 ft2). Subject to the
following:
i) Additional accessory structures including a structure for
a home industry, as permitted in section 6.14, would not
be permitted.
ii) The accessory structure will only be permitted for
personal storage and will not permit a commercial,
industrial or residential use.
(Bauman By-law 2011-82)
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36.94
Concession 14,
Part Lot 24
5927 14th Line
NE-94
In addition to the uses permitted in the Natural Environment
(NE) zone, and notwithstanding any other sections of this by-law
to the contrary, the following additional uses are permitted:
a) Accessory uses to the parochial school such as playgrounds,
ball diamonds, parking areas and a private sewage treatment
system and any associated tile weeping bed, subject to the
following:
i) That notwithstanding Section 6.17, MDS 1, or any other
section of this by-law to the contrary, the minimum
setback between the parochial school lands and the
livestock facilities and manure storage areas located at
5927 14th Line, 5967 14th Line and 5964 14th Line are
deemed to comply.
ii) Notwithstanding Section 30.2 and 6.20 or any other
provisions to the contrary, the land zoned NE-94 shall not
be subject to the 30.0 m (98.4 ft) setback from the limit
of a Natural Environment (NE) zone.
iii) The parochial school building is required to be built
outside the Natural Environment (NE) zone. However,
any future accessory buildings/structures proposed are
subject to the approval of the Conservation Authority.
(Wideman By-law 2022-10)
36.95
Con D, Pt Lt 63
5186 15th Line
A-95
Notwithstanding Section 6.10 (frontage on street) of this by-law
or any other section to the contrary, the lands zoned A-95 shall
permit the construction of a single detached dwelling and any
accessory uses, buildings or structures.
(Ramseyer By-law 2022-57)
36.96
Lot 34, Conc. 18
Lots 33, 34,
Conc. 17
5543 Minto-
Normanby
Townline
A-96
Notwithstanding Section 6.14, the servicing, repair, and sales of
corn planters/seed drills is permitted as a home industry subject
to the following regulations:
a) A maximum floor area of 724.5 m² (7,800 ft²) for all
buildings is permitted for the home industry. This area
includes but not limited to the workshop areas,
lunchroom, washroom, generator room, office, inside
storage areas, mechanical room and basement area;
b) The home industry use including buildings, parking and
loading areas, and outdoor storage/display areas may
occupy a maximum of 0.4 ha (1.0 acres) in land area and
must be located within the farm building cluster; and,
c) Home Industry Regulations: Sections 6.14 e), 6.14 f), 6.14
g), and 6.14 h) are also applicable.
(Brubacher By-law 2012-59 & 2018-71)
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36.97
Part of Lot 11,
Conc. 9
AC-97
Notwithstanding any other section of this by-law to the contrary,
the uses allowed within lands zoned AC-97 are permitted within
Minimum Distance Separation (MDS I) arcs created by livestock
operations situated at 6483 8th Line & 6471 8th Line.
(Maple Lane By-law 2012-60)
36.98
Lot 10 & 11,
Conc. 8
A-98
Notwithstanding Section 6.17.2, MDS 11 requirements from the
neighbouring Agricultural Commercial use (Maple Lane Farm
Equipment sales - AC-97) located on Part of Lot 11, Concession
9, shall not be applied for new livestock buildings or structures,
or expansions to existing livestock buildings or structures on the
subject lands. However, MDS II shall be applied to all other
neighbouring land uses.
(Maple Lane By-law 2012-60)
36.99
Con 4, Lot 16
A-36.99
1) Notwithstanding, Section 6.1.3 b), the maximum height of
the existing accessory structure (barn) within the lands zoned
A-36.99 shall be 9.14 m (30 ft).
2) Notwithstanding, Section 6.1.4 b), the maximum ground
floor area of all accessory buildings (barn and shed) within
the lands zoned A-36.99 shall be 882.5 m² (9,500 ft²)
Accessory buildings on lands zoned A-36.99 are subject to the
following conditions:
a) enlargement of the accessory building is not permitted;
b) additional accessory structures are not permitted on the
property including a hobby barn or building under the home
industry provisions:
c) the recognition of the ground floor area applies only to the
existing accessory buildings and removal of the building shall
void this provision; and,
d) the building may only be used for personal storage accessory
to the main residential dwelling and may not be used for
livestock and/or used for business/commercial uses including
home industry.
(Lenselink By-law 2022-53)
36.100
Lot. 36, Conc.
18
A-100
Notwithstanding Section 6.1.4 b), 6.14 or 8.3 of this by-law, the
existing 21.9 m² (236.8 ft²) garage and 107.9 m² (1162.5 ft²) shed
shall be deemed to comply to the maximum ground floor
requirement of Section 6.1.4 b). The barn existing on the day of
passing of this by-law may have a maximum floor area of 362.9
m² (3,907 ft²). The following conditions shall apply to these
buildings:
a) enlargement of the buildings is not permitted.
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b) additional accessory structures are not permitted
including a hobby barn or building under the home
industry provisions.
c) the exemption applies only to the existing structures
outlined above and removal of these buildings shall void
this provision. Livestock is limited to an area of 594 ft².
(Dowling By-law 2013-15)
36.101
Con 18
Part Lot 26
RP 61R10037;
Part 1
A-101
a) In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone,
the following additional uses are permitted:
i) A kennel operated in accordance with the regulations of
the Town of Minto Dog and Dog kennel Licensing and
Regulation By-law No. 2016-31, as amended.
(Petersen By-law 2023-046)
36.102
Part Lot 25, Con
1
5924
Wellington
Road 123
M1-102
In addition to the uses permitted in the M1 Industrial zone, the
following additional uses are permitted:
i) Transport truck and trailer sales/rental.
ii) Storage trailers, seacans and shipping container sales and
rentals.
iii) Existing residential dwelling.
Regulations:
Notwithstanding any regulations or requirement to the contrary,
the following regulations shall apply to transport truck and
trailers sales/rental and storage trailers, seacans and shipping
container sales and rental uses:
Maximum height of trailers, seacans and shipping containers
offered or kept for sale, rent, lease, or hire:
Within 50 m (164 ft) of Main St. W/Wellington Road 123:
I. 4.14 m (13.6 ft)
II. The stacking of seacans, and/or shipping containers is
not permitted.
Between 50 m (164 ft) to 200 m (657 ft) from Main St.
W/Wellington Road 123:
I. 8.28 m (27.2 ft)
II. The stacking of more than two seacans, and/or
shipping containers is not permitted.
More than 200 m (657 ft) from Main St. W/Wellington Road
123:
I. 12.5 m (41 ft)
II. The stacking of more than three seacans, and/or
shipping containers is not permitted.
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III. The stacking of seacans and/or shipping containers is
not permitted within 58 m (190 ft) of residentially
zoned land.
Section 6.32.1 does not apply to trailers, seacans and shipping
containers offered or kept for sale, rent, lease or hire.
Trucks, trailers, commercial vehicles, seacans, and shipping
containers shall not be parked, displayed, stored or kept within
the required front yard, side yard, and exterior side yards and
shall not be used for the purpose of screening or fencing.
Buffering shall be provided in the form of a berm and landscaping
with a minimum height of 1.8 m (5.9 ft) adjacent to any
properties which are zoned to permit residential uses or have
existing residential uses.
Site plan approval shall apply to transport truck and trailer
sales/rental, and storage trailers, seacans, and shipping
container sales and rental uses on the property.
A minimum 3.0 m (10.0 ft) landscape strip shall be provided
adjacent to Main St. W/Wellington Road 123
A mini-self storage use may utilize seacans and shipping
containers for storage.
(Dobson Brothers Enterprises By-law 2023-047)
36.103
Part Lot 25, Con
1
5924
Wellington
Road 123
M1-103
(H)
Holding (H) Provision
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law, permitted
uses and buildings are not limited to those legally existing as of
the date of the passing of this amendment until the Holding (H)
Provision is removed by Council. New stormwater management
facilities and infrastructure including berming and buffering are
also permitted without removing the Holding (H) Provision from
the lands.
The holding provision may be removed when Council is satisfied
that the following matters have been addressed:
I. Municipal water and sewage servicing including sufficient
reserve capacity is or will be made available to the land.
II. Stormwater management issues have been adequately
addressed.
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III. Site Plan Approval has been obtained and any necessary
agreements have been executed.
IV. Buffering shall be provided in the form of a berm and
landscaping with a minimum height of 1.8 m (5.9 ft) adjacent
to any properties which are zoned to permit residential uses
or have existing residential uses.
(Dobson Brothers Enterprises By-law 2023-047)
36.104
AC-104
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law, the subject
lands may only be used for the following specific uses:
agricultural uses, tractor and farm equipment repairs, and uses
accessory to the foregoing, including a single detached dwelling.
Subject to the following conditions:
i) That the tractor and farm equipment repair shop not
exceed a maximum ground floor area of 2,043 m² (22,000
ft²), and shall be subject to the requirements of Section
23.2.
ii) That all parts, supplies and other materials kept on hand
for the repair business shall be kept indoors. The outdoor
storage of tractors and farm equipment shall only be
permitted where, they are owned by clients of the
business and only for a temporary period until repaired.
iii) That agricultural buildings and structures, as well as the
single detached dwelling shall be subject to the
requirements of Section 8.2.
(Weber By-law 2013-52)
36.105
AC-105
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 23.1 and 23.3, the
subject lands may also be used for the following specific uses:
- breeding, raising and sale of small rodents
- pet store
- sale of related pet supplies
- office use, accessory to the above uses the required
minimum rear yard setback shall be permitted as existing.
Should the building be demolished in the future, the
required minimum rear yard setback shall be 7.59 m (24.9
ft) for any new, primary building.
(Andrews By-law 2013-75)
36.106
Lot. 36, Conc.
16
A-106
Notwithstanding Section 6.1.4 b), 6.14 or 8.3 of this by-law, the
existing 29 m2 (312 ft2) portable building, 108 m2 (1,162 ft2) shed
and 473 m2 (5,091 ft2) converted barn shall be deemed to comply
to the maximum ground floor requirement of Section 6.1.4 b).
The following conditions shall apply to these buildings:
a) Enlargement of the buildings is not permitted.
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b) Additional accessory structures are not permitted
including a hobby barn or building under the home
industry provisions.
c) The exemption applies only to the existing structures
outlined above and removal of these buildings shall void
this provision.
d) Livestock is limited to an area of 500 ft2.
(Dowling By-law 2013-78)
36.107
Lot 79, Conc. D
A-107
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 8.1, the lands zoned
A-107 shall also permit a woodworking home industry, subject to
the following regulations:
a) That notwithstanding Section 6.14 (d) of this by-law, the
shop shall not exceed a total of 371.6 m2 (4,000 ft2) in
size;
b) That notwithstanding Section 6.14 I of this by-law, the
home industry may employ up to 2 employees who do
not reside on the property; and,
c) All other requirements of Section 6.14 shall be complied
with.
(Dowling By-law 2014-34)
36.108
Lot 17, Conc. 5
AC-108
Notwithstanding Section 23.2.2, 23.2.4 and 23.2.8, or any other
section of the zoning by-law to the contrary, the following
regulations shall apply to lands zoned AC-108:
a) The minimum lot frontage shall be 48 metres (157.4 ft.).
b) The minimum interior side yard shall be as existing for the
existing structures and buildings. Future buildings and
structures shall meet the requirement of Section 23.2.4.
c) The required setback between the existing dwelling on
the neighbouring property to the west and the
Agricultural Commercial use of the AC-108 zone shall be
as exiting.
d) Other than above, all other requirements of Section 23
shall apply to the AC-108 zone.
(C&M Seeds By-law 2014-46)
36.109
Lot 17, Conc. 5
AC-109
Notwithstanding Section 23.2.4 or any other section of the
zoning by-law to the contrary, the following regulations shall
apply to lands zoned AC-109:
a) The required minimum interior side yard shall be as
existing for the existing scales structure. Future buildings
and structures shall meet the requirement of Section
23.2.4.
b) Other than above, all other requirements of Section 23
shall apply to the AC-109 zone.
(C&M Seeds By-law 2014-46)
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36.110
Pt. Lot 27,
Conc. 17
A-110
Notwithstanding Sections 6.1.2 I, 6.1.3 (b) and 6.1.4 (b) or any
section of this by-law to the contrary, the existing barn, shed and
silo are deemed to comply, with respect to accessory
building/structure lot coverage, yard setbacks and height.
Notwithstanding Sections 8.3.1 and 8.3.2 (a), the existing barn
may be used as a hobby barn; however, the maximum number
of nutrient units shall be 5 horses, or their equivalent.
The following conditions shall apply to the buildings:
a) Enlargement or reconstruction is not permitted.
b) Additional accessory buildings are not permitted,
including a home industry, until the barn has been
demolished.
c) the above exceptions apply only to the existing buildings.
(Kurtis & Brianna Dykstra By-law 2015-66)
36.111
Con 2 W Part
Lot 24
5933 3rd Line
A-111
Within the A-111 zone, no person shall use any land or construct,
alter, or use any buildings or structures except in accordance
with the following provisions:
a) Permitted Uses
- All uses permitted in the Agricultural Zone except that
new livestock facilities shall not be permitted. With
respect to the A-111 Zone only, a new livestock facility
shall not include an expansion to a legally established
existing livestock facility within the A-111 Zone. Additions
to or reconstruction of a legally established existing
livestock facility, or the establishment of manure storage
facilities in association with a legally established existing
livestock facility shall be permitted. Section 6.17.2 MDS II
of this By-law shall apply to any expansion, additions or
reconstructions, and to any new manure storage
facilities.
- Notwithstanding any other section of this By-law to the
contrary, a residential dwelling shall be prohibited in this
zone. Other agricultural uses, that are not accessory to a
dwelling, are permitted. This restriction is a result of the
subject lands obtaining a surplus farm dwelling severance
to remove the existing dwelling from the overall farm
parcel. It is intended to ensure that the lands are only
used for agricultural purposes.
b) Regulations
- For permitted uses of the A-111 zone regulations of
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Section 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 8.6, 8.7, 8.8, 8.9 and 8.10 shall
apply.
(Ross By-law 2023-068)
36.112
Pt. Lot 27,
Conc. 17
EI-112
In addition to the uses permitted in the Extractive Industrial
zone, the following additional use shall be permitted within this
zone: recycling of used asphalt, concrete, brick and similar inert
materials and blending them with sand and gravel.
(D'Arcey Sand & Gravel Ltd. By-law 2016-36)
36.113
Pt. Lot 22,
Conc. 1
A-113
Notwithstanding Section 8.5, Reduced Lot Regulations of the
Agricultural zone, the lands zoned A-113 shall be subject to the
regulations of Section 11, Residential (R1C) zone, except for as
provided for below:
Front Yard, Minimum
6.0 m (19.7 ft)
Front Yard, Maximum
13.0 m (39.36 ft)
Until the "H" symbol is removed, no buildings or structures of
any kind, including pools are permitted within the lands zoned
A-113(H).
Council may pass a by-law removing the holding symbol from a
lot, or portion of a lot once it is satisfied that the following
matters have been adequately addressed:
(i) That the owner prepare a development plan to the
satisfaction of the Town showing proposed lots and
building locations for all lands.
(ii) Council is satisfied that the location of a proposed
building(s) or structure(s) on a lot does not jeopardize
future residential development on the lands;
(iii) Municipal water and sewage services are available; and,
(iv) The lot has frontage on an open public street.
(Robinson & Metzger By-Law 2016-44 & By-Law 2018-86)
36.114
Part Lot 12,
Conc. 10
A-114
1. In addition to the other uses permitted for this property, a
temporary, dwelling in the form of a garden suite as defined
by this By-law is permitted, subject to the following
regulations:
i) Notwithstanding any other section of this by-law, the
garden suite may take the form of either a mobile home
or a modular home, provided it is of a temporary nature
and can be removed from the site;
ii) Notwithstanding Section 6.12 I, the maximum floor area
shall be 139.35 m² (1,500 ft²);
iii) Notwithstanding any other section of this by-law, the
garden suite may be located in from of the main
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residential dwelling, provided the setback from the main
residential dwelling, wall to wall, does not exceed 60.96
m. (200 ft.);
iv) Notwithstanding Section 8.5.2.5, pursuant to Section 6.12
(l), the minimum interior side yard shall be 1.5 m. (5.0 ft.)
v) A vegetative planting strip as per the regulations of
Section 6.3 of this by-law shall be required, in front of and
to the sides of the garden suite, to screen it from the
road;
vi) Other than above, the garden suite shall comply with the
regulations of Section 6.12 of this by-law;
vii) Pursuant to Section 39.1 (3) of the Planning Act, R.S.O.
1990, c.P.13 as amended, the garden suite is permitted
until January 10, 2037.
2. In addition to the other uses permitted for this property, a
home industry, in the form of an existing bicycle repair shop
is permitted, subject to the following regulations:
i) Notwithstanding Section 6.14 (g) of this by-law, the
current location of the existing bicycle repair shop shall
be deemed to comply with required setbacks;
ii) Minor accessory sales of bicycles shall also be permitted,
provided the main use of the home industry is bicycle
repairs;
iii) Other than above, the home industry shall comply with
the regulations of Section 6.14 of this by-law.
36.115
Part Lot 16,
Conc. 9
A-115
In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural zone, a
commercial greenhouse shall also be permitted and shall be
required to meet the requirements for an accessory structure.
(Martin By-law 2017-51)
36.116
5982 14th Line
AC-116
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this zoning by-law to
the contrary, the lands zoned AC-116 may be used for a farm
equipment repair use within a defined area of 0.17 ha (0.42 ac)
as shown on Schedule A-Map 1, and the following special
provisions shall apply:
a) No permitted Agricultural Related uses, including
outdoor storage and display area shall be located within
50 m (164 ft) of any residence on a nearby lot existing as
of January 1, 2024.
(Martin By-law 2024-021)
36.117
5159 Minto-
Normanby
Townline
A-117
Notwithstanding Section 36.1, or any other section of this by-
law to the contrary, a new livestock barn with manure storage
that is approximately 1,320 m² (14,208.3 ft²) in size is
permitted on the lands zoned A-117. A reduced Minimum
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Distance Separation (MDS) II of 340 m to the Clifford Urban
Boundary Settlement Area shall apply.
The regulations of A-1 zone shall be applicable to any additions
or reconstruction of the proposed barn or manure storage
facility.
(Bearinger By-law 2026-026)
36.118
Deleted by Housekeeping By-law 2019-33.
36.119
Part Lot 79,
Conc. C (Minto)
5892 Highway 9
A-119
Notwithstanding Section 6.1.4 b) or any other section of this by-
law, the accessory building on the day of the passing of this By-
law may have a maximum floor area of 475.0 m² (5,120.00 ft²).
Subject to the following conditions:
a) Enlargement of this building is not permitted.
b) Additional accessory structures are not permitted
including a hobby barn or building under the home
industry provisions.
c) Removal of the existing building shall void this provision.
(Andrade By-law 2018-21)
36.120
36.121
Deleted by Housekeeping By-law 2019-33.
36.122
Part Lot 37,
Conc. 6
A-122
Notwithstanding Section 8.5.2.2 the minimum lot frontage is 8 m
(26.42 ft).
Notwithstanding Section 6.1 the existing bank barn with a
ground floor area of 985 m² (10,600 ft²) is permitted as an
accessory building subject to the following conditions:
a) Enlargement of the bank barn building is not permitted;
b) Additional accessory structures are not permitted on the
property including a hobby barn or building under the
home industry provisions;
c) The recognition of the ground floor area applies only to
the existing bank barn building and removal of the
building shall void this provision; and
d) The building may only be used for personal storage
accessory to the main residential dwelling and may not
be
used
for
livestock
and/or
used
for
business/commercial uses including a home industry.
(Wassink By-law 2018-63)
36.123
Deleted by Housekeeping By-law 2019-33.
36.124
Lot 42, Conc. 5
5106 5th Line,
Harriston
A-124
Notwithstanding Section 6.14 b) or any other section of this By-
law, the accessory buildings on the day of the passing of this By-
law may have a combined maximum ground floor area of 424.8
m² (4,572 ft²) and notwithstanding Section 6.1.3 b) or any other
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section of this By-law, the drive shed on the day of passing of this
By-law may have a maximum height of 9 m (30 ft). Subject to the
following conditions:
a) Enlargement of these buildings are not permitted.
b) Additional accessory structures are not permitted including a
hobby barn or building under the home industry provisions.
Removal of the existing building shall void this provision.
(Mahood & Howlett 2018-85)
36.125
36.126
Con C, PT LT 75
5809 Rae's Lane
Nelson
Bowman
A-126
a) In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone,
the following additional uses are permitted:
i) A kennel operates in accordance with the regulations of
the Town of Minto Dog and Dog Kennel Licensing and
Regulation By-law No. 2016-31, as amended.
(Bowman By-law 2019-87)
36.127
Con 13, PT LT
22
5988 12th Line
Lorne Bowman
A-127
a) In addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural (A) zone,
the following additional uses are permitted:
i) A kennel operated in accordance with the regulations of
the Town of Minto Dog and Dog Kennel Licensing and
Regulation By-law No. 2016-31, as amended.
(Bowman By-law 2019-86)
36.128
RIN-128
Notwithstanding Section 25, the following permissions and
restrictions shall apply to the lands zoned RIN-128:
a) Additional Permitted Uses:
- Automotive accessories shop;
- Building supply outlet;
- Commercial recreation use (indoor only);
- Computer programming establishment;
- Farm machinery service;
- Printing establishment;
- Rental outlet; and
- Veterinary clinic
b) Prohibited Uses:
- Feed mill, seed plant, grain elevator
c) Regulations:
- Municipal Drain setback in Section 6.20.2 shall not apply
(2396584 Ontario Inc/Taylor By-law 2025-066)
36.129
RIN-129
Notwithstanding Section 25, the following restrictions shall apply
to the lands zoned RIN-129:
a) Prohibited Uses:
- Feed mill, seed plant, grain elevator;
- Business or professional office;
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- Mini storage establishment;
- Parking lot area;
- Public building;
- Public uses;
- Wholesale outlet;
- Accessory uses, excluding accessory offices less than 250
m² in gross floor area
b) Regulations:
- Municipal Drain setback in Section 6.20.2 shall not apply
(2396584 Ontario Inc/Taylor By-law 2025-066)
36.130
RIN-130
Notwithstanding Section 25, the following shall apply to the
lands zone RIN-130:
a) Prohibited Uses:
- Feed mill, seed plant, grain elevator;
- Outdoor storage uses and accessory outdoor storage
b) Regulations:
- A residential setback of 30 m shall apply;
- Municipal Drain setback in Section 6.20.2 shall not apply
(2396584 Ontario Inc/Taylor By-law 2025-066)
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SECTION 37 - EXCEPTION ZONE 4 - TOWN OF PALMERSTON
The following provisions apply to the area within the former Town of Palmerston and as shown
in Schedule "A" - Map 4 of this By-law.
The following provisions shall have effect notwithstanding anything else in this By-law and other
provisions of this By-law shall be deemed to be amended insofar as is necessary to give effect
thereto:
EXCEPTION ZONES
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
37.1
Whites Rd
IN-1
In addition to the permitted uses of Section 27.1, the land
zoned IN-1 may also contain residential dwelling unit(s)
provided that:
a) The building conforms to the requirements of all other
By-laws of the municipality.
b) Each residential dwelling unit created shall be fully self-
contained and shall have a floor area of not less than
(51.1 m2) 550 ft²
c) Each residential dwelling unit shall have a direct means
of access to a public street by means of halls or stairs.
d) Parking shall be provided to the rear of the front wall of
the main building.
37.2
M1-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 24.2 or any other
provisions to the contrary, the land zoned M1-2 shall be used
for a municipal sewage treatment plant and accessory uses
including an oxidation ditch, except that no building or
structure shall be permitted within 3.0 m (9.8 ft) of any lot line.
37.3
Norman St
C1-3
In addition to the permitted uses of Section 16.1, the land
zoned C1-3shall be allowed an automotive sales and service
establishment" and the following additional regulations shall
also apply:
a) Minimum Lot Area
686.0 m (7,384.3 ft²)
b) Minimum Front Yard
8.0 m (26.2 ft)
c) Minimum Interior Side Yard
as existing
37.4
Main St. E
R2-4
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 12.1, 12.2.1.4,
12.2.1.6, and 12.2.1.8, the land zoned R2-4 may only be used
for a single detached dwelling subject to the following
regulations:
a) Minimum Rear Yard
4.5 m (14.7 ft)
b) Minimum Interior Side Yard
1.8 m (5.9 ft)
c) Minimum Ground Floor Area
83.6 m² (900.9 ft²)
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37.5
Main St. E
R3-5
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 13.1, 13.2, 13.2.2.3,
13.2.2.4, 13.2.2.5, 13.2.2.8, and 13.4 or any other provisions to
the contrary, the land zoned R3-5 may only be used for a
sixteen (16) unit apartment residential dwelling, subject to the
following regulations:
a) Minimum Lot Area
1,569 m2 (16,890 ft2)
b) Minimum Front Yard
as existing
c) Minimum Rear Yard
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
d) Minimum Interior Side Yard
as existing
e) Minimum Floor Area per residential dwelling unit
a. Bachelor
25.5 m2 (274.5 ft2)
b. One Bedroom
34.0 m2 (366.0 ft2)
c. Each additional Bedroom
7.0 m2 (75.4 ft2)
f) Off-Street Parking:
One (1) off-street parking space shall be provided per
residential dwelling unit. In addition, six (6) off-street
parking spaces are permitted between the front wall of the
existing building and the front lot line. The remaining
parking spaces shall be located in the northerly side yard,
but not closer than 1.5 m (4.9 ft) to the Northerly side lot
line.
g) Accessory uses:
Accessory Uses shall be provided in accordance with the
provisions of Section 6-General Provisions.
37.6
Daly St.
R3-6
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 13.1, 13.2.2,
13.2.2.5, 13.2.2.8 and 13.4, or any other provisions to the
contrary, the land zoned R3-6 may only be used for a ten (10)
unit apartment residential dwelling subject to the following
regulations:
a) Minimum Lot Frontage
as existing
b) Minimum Interior Side Yard
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
c) Minimum Floor Area/per unit
55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
d) Off-Street Parking
Shall be provided at a rate of 1.5 spaces per dwelling unit.
In addition, a maximum of three parking spaces may be
permitted within the required front yard.
e) Accessory uses
Shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 6 - General Provisions.
37.7
Main St. E
R3-7
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6.7, Sections 13.1,
13.2 and 13.5 or any other provisions to the contrary, the land
zoned R3-7 may only be used for a six (6) unit apartment
residential dwelling subject to the following regulations:
a) Minimum Lot Frontage
21.1 m (69.2 ft)
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b) Minimum Lot Area
806.0 m² (8,676.0 ft²)
c) Minimum Front Yard
as existing
d) Minimum Rear Yard
9.0 m (29.5 ft)
e) Minimum Interior Side Yard
as existing
f) Minimum Exterior Side Yard
as existing
g) Maximum Lot Coverage
40%
h) Minimum Floor Area
51.1 m2 (550.0 ft2) with
the exception of one unit being 40.9 m2 (440.0 ft2).
i) Off-Street Parking
One (1) off-street parking space shall be provided per
residential dwelling unit with an additional two (2) spaces
to be provided for visitor parking. In addition, five (5)
parking spaces are permitted between the front wall of the
existing building and the front lot line. One parking space
shall be permitted in the Easterly side yard to the rear of the
front wall of the existing building. The remaining two
spaces may be located in the rear yard and behind the
building line.
j) Daylighting (Sight) Triangle
For the land zoned R3-7, the sight triangle shall be
measured a distance of 6.0 metres (20.0 feet) along the
street lines. In addition, parking of vehicles is not permitted
within the sight triangle, and no shrub, foliage or structure
shall be greater than 0.7 metres (2.3 feet) above the grade
of either abutting street.
k) Accessory uses
Shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 6-General Provisions.
37.8
Toronto St.
R2-8
Prior to a building permit being issued for a residential use on
the land zoned R2-8, the following requirements must be
satisfied:
i) The owner shall provide an acoustical report, prepared
by a qualified specialist, confirming that the proposed
residential uses can be developed in accordance with
Ministry of Environment sound standards, with respect
to sound emanating from the T. G. Minto plant.
ii) The owner shall complete any mitigation measures
required by the acoustical report.
iii) Sufficient sewage capacity is to have been allocated by
the Town of Minto for the development.
iv) That notwithstanding Section 12.2.2.7 of this by-law,
the minimum required exterior side yard for Lots 1, 15,
16 and 23 of Plan of Subdivision 61M-154 shall be 4.8
metres (15.75 feet).
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37.9
Queen St
R3-9
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 13.1, 13.2.2.1,
13.2.2.2, 13.2.2.3, 13.2.2.4,13.2.2.5, 13.2.2.8 and 13.4, the land
zoned R3-9 may only be used for a twelve (12) unit apartment
residential dwelling, subject to the following regulations:
a) Minimum Lot Area
1,500 m2 (16,146 ft2)
b) Minimum Front Yard
5.0 m (16.4 ft)
d) Minimum Interior Side Yard
3.4 m (11.2 ft)
e) Minimum Floor Area
55.74 m2 (600 ft2)
f) Off-Street Parking
One (1) off-street parking space shall be provided per
dwelling unit with an additional two (2) on-site parking
spaces to be provided for visitor parking. Parking spaces
may encroach within a required side yard.
g) Accessory Uses
Accessory uses shall be provided in accordance with the
provisions of Section 6-General Provisions.
37.10
Main St. W.
C2-10
In addition to the permitted uses of Section 17.1, the land
zoned C2-10 may also be used for truck storage, truck repair,
and light metal fabricating in accordance with the provisions of
this By-law except that the accessory building on Park Lot 2 may
be located within the required rear yard as existing.
37.11
Norman St.
MU1-11
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the area
zoned MU1-11 may be used for a warehouse or indoor storage
facility within an existing building and any permitted use under
Section 22.1 excluding an automotive use or gas bar.
37.12
Main St. E.
R3-12
Notwithstanding Sections 13.2.2.1, 13.2.2.2, 13.2.2.4, 13.2.2.5,
and Section 6.27.4 or any other provisions of this By-law to the
contrary, the land zoned R3-12 may be used for a six (6) unit
apartment residential dwelling subject to the following
regulations:
a) Minimum Lot Area
994.0 m² (10,700 ft²)
b) Minimum Lot Depth
37.2 m (122.0 ft)
c) Minimum Rear Yard
3.6 m (11.8 ft)
d) Interior Side Yard
i) West Side
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
ii) East Side
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
e) Off-Street Parking shall be permitted within the required
front yard and within the required side yard.
37.13
Main St. E
IN-13
Notwithstanding Sections 27.2.3, 27.2.5, 27.2.6, 27.2.7 and
Sections 6.3 and 6.27 or any other provisions the contrary, the
land zoned IN-13 may be used for a permitted use under
Section 27.1 subject to the following regulations:
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a) Minimum Front yard
as existing
b) Minimum Rear yard
as existing
c) Minimum Exterior Side yards
as existing
d) Maximum Lot Coverage
65%
e) Minimum Landscaped area
20%
f) Off-Street parking:
A minimum of 36 parking spaces shall be provided on the
subject property. In addition, a minimum of 124 parking
spaces shall be provided within 100 m (328 ft) of the subject
property. The requirements of Sections 6.27.1 to 6.27.4
and 6.27.8 shall also apply.
37.14
Queen St.
IN-14
Notwithstanding 6.27.3, 27.2.4 and any other provisions of this
By- law to the contrary, the land zoned IN-14 may be used for
a permitted use under section 27.1 subject to the following
regulations:
a) Minimum Interior Side Yard
as existing
b) Off-Street Parking:
A Minimum of 20 parking spaces shall be provided on the
subject property (4 of which are to accommodate the
physically handicapped in accordance with the provisions of
Section 6.27)
37.15
Main St. W
C2-15
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 17.1, 17.2.2 or any
other provisions to the contrary, the land zoned C2-15 may only
be used for a business or professional use with a Minimum Lot
Frontage of 24.3 m (80 ft).
37.16
King St. W
M1-16
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the
contrary, in addition to the uses permitted in Section 24.1, the
land zoned M1-16 may also be used for the sale of new or used
automobiles as well as for the existing uses of a Brew Your Own,
and Safety Consultant and Sales.
Notwithstanding Section 6.36, Section 6.27 and Section 6.25,
the display of new or used automobiles will be permitted within
the exterior side yard along Mill Lane, only up to a distance of
5 feet from the street line.
37.17
Main St. W
C1-17
Notwithstanding Section16.2.6, or any other provisions of this
By- law to the contrary, no minimum rear yard shall be required
for the land zoned C1-17.
37.18
Whites Rd
IN-18
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.1, or any other
pro- visions to the contrary, the land zoned IN-18 may also be
used for a pharmacy.
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Notwithstanding Section 6.27.4, parking spaces shall be
permitted along the northern boundary of the zone, and a 1.5
m (4.9 ft) side yard and a 1.2 m (3.9 ft) front yard are to be
maintained free of encroachment from the parking spaces.
Notwithstanding Section 6.27.1, parking spaces not less than
5.5 metres (18 feet) in length shall be permitted.
Notwithstanding Section 25.3.1, the Minimum Landscaped
Area for the land zoned IN-19 shall be 25%
37.19
King St. E.
C2-19
Notwithstanding Section 17.1, the land zoned C2-19 may be
used for a transport establishment.
Notwithstanding Section 17.4.12, an accessory building to a
transport, trucking or distribution establishment shall not be
located within 3.0 metres (9.8 ft) of any property line.
37.20
King St. W
R2-20
Notwithstanding Section 12 or any other provisions to the
contrary, driveway access to the property is to be gained
directly from King Street on the land zoned R2-20.
37.21
King St. W
C2-21
Notwithstanding the requirements of Section 17.3 and Section
6.3, a planting strip shall not be required where this zone
abuts the west side lot Line of R2-21. In addition, for the land
zoned C2-21, the minimum lot frontage shall be 24.4 metres
(80 feet).
37.22
William St.
C1-22
Notwithstanding Section 16.3 or any other provisions to the
contrary, the land zoned C1-22 may include one (1) residential
dwelling unit on the ground floor of the building situated in Lot
2. The dwelling unit is to comprise less than 50% of the ground
floor area of the building and is to be located to the rear of the
commercial use.
Notwithstanding Sections 16.3 and 13.2.2.8 of this By-law, the
minimum floor area for a one (1) bedroom apartment shall be
46.5 m² (500 ft²).
Notwithstanding Section 6.27.8 of this By-law, one (1) off street
parking space shall be required per residential dwelling unit.
37.23
William St.
C1-23
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, in
addition to the addition to the uses permitted in Section 16.1,
the land zoned C1-23 may also be used for a veterinary
companion animal office. The following accessory uses are not
permitted:
- Overnight hospitalization,
- General anesthesia,
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- Major surgery and
- The taking of X-rays
The veterinary companion animal office shall be subject to the
regulations of Sections 16.2, 16.3 and 16.4.
37.24
R2-24
Notwithstanding Section 6.10 or any other provisions to the
contrary, while Mary Street is not an opened, maintained street
in this location, the subject land zoned R2-24 shall enjoy the full
range of uses that would otherwise be permitted in the R2
Zone. Access to the subject land may be gained by a right-of-
way over unopened Mary Street.
37.25
William St.
R2-25
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the land
zoned R2-25 may only be used for two cluster townhouse
dwellings with a maximum building height of one storey and
each dwelling containing 4 residential dwelling units.
37.26
R2-26
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this By-law, for the
three lots fronting onto Brunswick Street, a Minimum Lot
Depth of 27.13 m (89.0 ft) shall be required.
All residential dwellings on the land zoned R2-26 shall be
designed to have the following minimum elevation standards
of grading for the following:
- Roadway access
395.85 m (1,298.72 ft)
- Dwelling openings
396.35 m (1,300.36 ft)
- Basement Floor
395.35 m (1,297.08 ft)
The basement floor elevation may be reduced by special
foundation and/or grading design, provided written permission
is given by the municipality, after consultation with its
consulting engineer or the Maitland Valley Conservation
Authority.
A building permit shall not be issued for any residential dwelling
unless the municipality is satisfied that municipal sanitary
sewer and water services will be made available prior to
occupation of the dwelling.
37.27
Brunswick St
R2-27
Notwithstanding Section 12.2 or any other provisions to the
contrary, all dwellings on the land zoned R2-27 shall be
designed to have the following Minimum elevation standards
of grading for the following:
- Roadway access
395.85 m (1,298.72 ft)
- Dwelling openings
396.35 m (1,300.36 ft)
- Basement Floor
395.35 m (1,297.08 ft)
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The basement floor elevation may be reduced by special
foundation and/or grading design, provided written permission
is given by the municipality, after consultation with its
consulting engineer or the Maitland Valley Conservation
Authority.
A building permit shall not be issued for any dwelling unless
the municipality is satisfied that municipal sanitary sewer and
water services will be made available prior to occupation of
the dwelling.
37.28
Victoria St.
R2-28
Notwithstanding Section 12.2.5.6, Minimum Rear Yard
requirement for a fourplex dwelling of the R2 Zone, or any
other provisions to the contrary, the land zoned R2-28 shall
have a minimum Rear Yard of 3.66 metres (12 feet)
37.29
Norman St.
R2-29
Notwithstanding Section 12 or any other provisions to the
contrary, the land zoned R2-29 may only be used for a parking
lot for the storage of up to 15 school buses.
37.30
M1-30 (H)
In addition to all applicable regulations contained in this zoning
by-law, the following additional regulations shall apply to the
M1-30 (H) Zone
a) Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, all
industrial buildings and structures shall maintain a setback
of at least 70 m (229.7 ft) from any abutting residential
zone.
b) Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, the
parking area for all motor vehicles shall maintain a setback
of at least 9.2 m (30 ft) from any abutting residential zone.
c) Notwithstanding anything in this By-law to the contrary, all
buildings, structures or sewage disposal systems shall
maintain a setback of at least 30 m (98.4 ft) from the
Natural Environment Zone situated in the north portion of
the Lot 24, Concession 1 (formerly in the Township of
Minto).
d) Until the "H" symbol is removed, the land zoned M1-30 (H)
may only be used for the following:
- An agricultural use, excluding the keeping of livestock, a
fur farm or dog kennels.
e) An aquaculture production facility within an enclosed
building on private services (well and septic) is permitted.
An aquaculture production facility may include: a
hatchery/nursery,
office,
processing,
packaging,
warehousing and shipping of product.
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f) The cultivation of cannabis in a greenhouse is permitted on
a 3 acre portion of Part Lot 24, Concession 1, 200 Minto
Road, Palmerston, directly north of and adjoining the
property known as 140 Minto Road.
Council may pass a by-law removing the "H" symbol once it is
satisfied that the following matters have been adequately
addressed:
- Availability of municipal services
- Stormwater management, including any required
easements
- Compatibility with residentially zoned land to the south
in terms of potential sound and vibration impacts.
37.31
R2-31
The land zoned R2-31 may be used for a three-unit street
townhouse residential dwelling, home occupations and
accessory residential uses, buildings and structures subject to
the following specific regulations:
a) Lot Area, minimum
1,003.0 m² (10,800.0 ft²)
b) Lot Frontage, minimum
9.8 m (32.3 ft)
c) Front Yard, minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
d) Exterior Side Yard, minimum
7.6 m (24.9 ft)
e) Interior Side Yard, minimum
2.4 m (8.0 ft)
f) Rear Yard, minimum
5.0 m (16.5 ft)
Notwithstanding this minimum rear yard requirement and
the requirement of Section 6.36 b) ii), a covered porch or
deck may be permitted to encroach 8 feet into the required
rear yard as specified for the R2-31 Zone.
g) Building Height, Maximum
10.5 m (34.5 ft)
h) Floor Area, minimum
70.0 m² (753.5 ft²)
i) Off-Street Parking Spaces:
Minimum of 4
Except as provided for above, all other applicable provisions of
this Zoning By-law shall apply to the land zoned R2-31 including
the requirements of Section 12.3, and the applicable
regulations of Section 6.
37.32
MU2-32
The land zoned MU2-32 may be used for a permitted use of the
Main Street Mixed Use Zone including a 12 unit residential
apartment dwelling.
The permitted residential apartment dwelling will be subject to
the applicable regulations of Section 13.2.3 of the R3 Zone. In
addition, to these regulations the following specific regulations
shall apply to the land zoned MU2-32.
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i) Off-Street Parking requirements: Notwithstanding the
provisions of Section 6.27.4 of this Zoning By-law, on the
land zoned MU2- 32 off-street parking spaces may be
permitted within a required front and/or exterior side yard
but no parking area or parking space is permitted to locate
within 1.5 metres (4.9 ft) of the front lot line, which shall
only be used as a landscaped area except for driveways
leading to and from the lot.
ii) Buffer Area requirements: Where any lot line of the MU2-
32 Zone is abutting a Residential Zone boundary or abutting
a lot containing a residential dwelling, the requirements of
Section 6.3 of this Zoning By-law shall apply.
iii) Common Amenity Area: Notwithstanding Section 6.6 of
this By-law, for the land Zone MU2-32, the rear yard shall
be deemed to be a common amenity area.
Except as amended above, all other applicable provisions of
this By-law shall apply to the land zoned MU2-32.
37.33
C2-33
The land zoned C2-33 is within a Minimum Distance Separation
(MDS I) arc, created by a livestock operation situated to the
south across Wellington Road 123 in Wallace Township. The
following permitted uses and regulations apply to this zone:
i. No buildings, structures or uses are permitted that
would place further MDS 2 constraints on the farmer's
ability to expand the existing livestock operation.
ii. Notwithstanding subsection (i) above, accessory uses
such as parking and stormwater management facilities
are permitted within the C2-33 zone, accessory to the
main buildings permitted in the C2-34 zone to the north.
iii. Should the barn in Wallace Township be demolished in
the future or be rendered unsuitable for livestock housing
use, a full range of Highway Commercial use shall be
permitted in this zone without the need for further
amendment to this by-law.
37.34
C2-34
The land zoned C2-34 is subject to the following regulations:
i. Notwithstanding Section 17, in addition to permitted
Highway Commercial uses, residential use may be made of
the existing Single detached dwelling, situated in the
western portion of this zone.
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ii. The existing barn situated in the western portion of this
zone shall either be demolished or shall be rendered
unsuitable for livestock housing use.
37.35
Concession 1,
Part Lot 24
345 Minto Rd
M1-35
In addition to other uses permitted in the Industrial (M1)
zone, the indoor cultivation of cannabis for commercial sale by
a licensed producer is permitted subject to approval and
licensing by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act or
subsequent regulations.
(Town of Minto By-law 2019-47)
37.36
C2-36
i. Notwithstanding Section 17, only the following uses shall be
permitted on the land zoned C2-36: automotive accessories
shop, business and professional offices, church/place of
worship, commercial nursery or greenhouse, farmers
market, financial office, flea market, funeral home, garden
centre, eat inside restaurant [drive-in, drive-thru and take-
out types of restaurant are not permitted], service or repair
shop [only for household items such as electronics and
appliances - small engine repair or other uses that may
potentially create a nuisance due to noise or odors are not
permitted], U-brew establishment, veterinarian clinic,
wholesale outlet.
ii. Notwithstanding Section 6.3 of this by-law, an enhanced
buffer shall be required along the eastern boundary of the
C2-36 zone where it abuts the residential zone to the east.
This buffer shall be sufficiently wide enough to permit the
establishment of an earthen berm to protect the residential
use. In addition, a planting strip and/or solid fence shall be
constructed to further protect the residential property
37.37
Part of Lot 20,
Concession 11
MU2-37
The land zoned MU2-37 may be used for a permitted use of the
Main Street Mixed Use Zone including two four-plex unit
residential apartment dwelling.
The permitted residential apartment dwellings will be subject
to the applicable regulations of Section 12.2.5 of the R2 Zone.
In addition, to these regulations the following specific
regulations shall apply to the land zoned MU2-37.
i) Off-Street Parking requirements: Notwithstanding the
provisions of Section 6.27.4 of this Zoning By-law, on the
land zoned MU2-37 off-street parking spaces may be
permitted within a required front and/or exterior side yard
but no parking area or parking space is permitted to locate
within 1.5 metres (4.9 ft) of the front lot line, which shall
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only be used as a landscaped area except for driveways
leading to and from the lot.
ii) Buffer Area requirements: Where any lot line of the MU2-
37 Zone is abutting a Residential Zone boundary or abutting
a lot containing a residential dwelling, the requirements of
Section 6.3 of this Zoning By-law shall apply.
iii) Common Amenity Area: Notwithstanding Section 6.6 of
this By-law, for the land Zone MU2-37, the rear yard shall
be deemed to be a common amenity area.
Except as amended above, all other applicable provisions of this
By-law shall apply to the land zoned MU2-37.
(Gilkinson By-law 07-54)
37.38
M1-38 (H)
The lands within the M1-38 (H) zone may be used for industrial
uses as set out in Section 24 of the By-law, along with open
space buffer uses that are accessory to the TG Minto industry.
In addition, the southwest corner of the zone may be used for
the extension of Raglan Street or a residential driveway, to
provide access to residential land to the south.
These uses shall be subject to the following regulations:
i) Industrial uses shall not be permitted within the following
setbacks, within 70 m. (229.6 ft.) of any residentially zoned
lot and within 50 m. (164 ft.) of the Toronto Street road
allowance.
ii) However, the following accessory industrial uses shall be
permitted within the above-noted setback: an accessory car
parking lot and driveway, a truck driveway and stormwater
management facilities, provided that:
- satisfactory studies are done to show that these uses
are compatible with surrounding residential lands
- any driveways are situated to ensure minimal noise and
vehicle light impacts on residential uses
- any parking lot lighting will be designed and located to
direct lighting away from residential uses
- these accessory industrial uses shall be subject to site
plan control
iii) Until the "H" symbol is removed, the land zoned M1-38 (H)
may only be used for the following:
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- industrial accessory uses: a car parking lot and
driveway,
a
truck
driveway
and
stormwater
management facilities.
- buffer accessory uses: agricultural crops, passive
recreational, landscaping, noise mitigation features
(such as berms, fences and vegetative plantings).
- an extension of Raglan Street or a residential driveway,
to provide access to residential land to the south.
Council may pass a by-law removing the "H" symbol once it
is has received and approved associated technical reports,
including:
- Noise and Vibration Study
- Stormwater Management Report
iv) The land zoned M1-38 shall be subject to site plan control.
37.39
210 York Street
R2-39
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 12.1, the lands
zoned R2-39 shall also permit a converted residential dwelling
with a total of 6 apartment dwelling units, subject to the
following regulations:
a) Notwithstanding Section 12.2.1.5, the existing exterior
sideyard shall be deemed to be in compliance with this by-
law;
b) Other than Section 12.2.7.1, the converted dwelling shall
meet all the requirements of Section 12.2.7.
c) All parking spaces shall be paved or covered with a similar
hard surface (e.g. brick, cement).
d) A cement curb or parking barrier shall be placed along the
edge of the northernmost parking space on York Street, to
prevent encroachment into the corner's daylighting sight
triangle;
e) The shrub buffer along the south boundary of the property
shall not exceed a height of 0.8 m. (2.6 ft.) above the
centreline grade of the street, for the entire length of the
adjacent parking area.
(Orticello By-law 10-71)
37.40
MU2-40
Notwithstanding 22.1, a retail store shall not be permitted in
the MU-40 zone.
(Gil/Sinclair By-law 2011-57)
37.41
MU2-41
Notwithstanding 22.1, a retail store shall not be permitted in
the MU-41 zone. In addition, the building height shall not
exceed one (1) storey.
(Gil/Sinclair By-law 2011-57)
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M1-42
The following specific uses shall be permitted in the M1-42
Zone: Automotive Accessories Shop, Automotive Body Repair
Shop, Automotive Sales and Service Establishment, Automotive
Service Station, Automotive Washing Establishment, Boat Sales
and Service Establishment, Building Supply Outlet, Commercial
Nursery or Greenhouse, Custom Workshop, Farm Machinery
Sales and Service, Funeral Home, Garden Centre, Mini-Storage
Facility, Parking Area, Parking Lot, Printing Establishment,
Recreational Trailer Sales and Service Establishment, Rental
Outlet, Research and Laboratory Facilities, Service Industry,
Service or Repair Shop, Veterinarian Clinic, and Accessory Uses,
Buildings and Structures to the above permitted uses.
The above permitted uses shall comply with the zone
regulations of the Sections 17.2, 17.3 and 17.4, except that
notwithstanding Section 17.2.8, the maximum lot coverage
shall be 60%.
(Town of Minto By-law 2014-11)
37.43
R3-43
Notwithstanding Section 13.2.3.2, the minimum lot frontage
for this zone shall be 7.0 metres (23 feet). A tree saving plan
shall be required, to the satisfaction of the Town, as part of the
site plan and building permit process.
(Sinclair, Prins By-law 2014-33)
37.44
MU1-44
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 21.1, a single
detached dwelling shall be permitted in this zone. The single
detached dwelling shall be developed subject to the regulations
of sections 10.2, 10.3 and 10.4
(Town of Minto By-law 2014-74)
37.45
Part Lots 11 &
12, 61R-20381
Parts 2 & 3
MU2-45
Notwithstanding any other section of this by-law to the
contrary, in addition to the uses permitted in the Mixed Use
(MU2) Zone, the land zoned MU2-45 may also be permitted a
single family dwelling.
(Sinclair By-law 2015-100)
37.46
Lots 35 & 36
Survey
Casewell &
Clement's, Part
Park Lot 3, Part
Lane, Survey
Borthwick's
260 Mary St.
R3-46
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 13.2.3.1 a minimum
lot area of 1,742.6 m² (18,757.7 ft²) is permitted.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 13.2.3.5 a minimum
interior side yard setback of 1.84 m (6.0 ft) is permitted for the
existing building.
(Myer By-law 2017-105)
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Lots 35 & 36
Survey Caswell
& Clement's,
Part Park Lot 3,
Part Lane,
Survey
Borthwick's
R3-47
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 13.2.2.3 a minimum
front yard setback of 6.0 m (19.7 ft) is permitted for a 5-unit
cluster townhouse.
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 13.2.2.4 a minimum
rear setback of 3.8 m (11.8 ft) is permitted for a 5-unit cluster
townhouse.
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 13.2.2.5 a minimum
interior side yard setback of 3.0 m (9.84 ft) is permitted for a 5-
unit cluster townhouse.
(Myer By-law 2017-105)
37.48
Part Lots 7 & 8,
South Side of
Victoria Street,
Morrison's
Survey, 310
Queen Street
South,
Palmerston
R2-48
Notwithstanding Section 12.1, only the following uses are
permitted:
- A one storey single detached dwelling (bungalow)
- Home Occupation
- Accessory uses buildings and structures
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 12.2.1.1, a minimum
lot area of 416.9 m² (4,487.0 ft²) is permitted.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 12.2.1.6, a minimum
rear yard of 4.6 m (18.4 ft) is permitted.
(Sinclair By-law 2018-75)
37.49
Part Lots 7 & 8,
South Side of
Victoria Street,
Morrison's
Survey, 310
Queen Street
South,
Palmerston
R2-49
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 12.2.1.1, a minimum
lot area of 392.4 m² (4,223.0 ft²) is permitted.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 12.2.1.6, a minimum
rear yard of 4.15 m (13.6 ft) is permitted.
Notwithstanding the provisions of 5.139.1 b), the front lot line
shall be deemed to be the frontage along Queen Street.
(Sinclair By-law 2018-75)
37.50
Con 1, Part Lot
24
135 Minto
Road
M1-50
In addition to the other uses permitted in the Industrial (M1)
zone, the indoor cultivation of cannabis for commercial sale by
a licensed producer is permitted subject to approval and
licensing by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act or
subsequent regulations.
(Tucker Industries By-law 2019-61)
37.51
Lots 15 and 16,
North side of
Victoria Street,
R3-51
Notwithstanding Section 13.2.2.3 of this by-law, the minimum
front yard setback to the mail structure permitted is 4.2 m (13.8
ft).
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Survey
Palmerston,
Henry Street
Notwithstanding Section 13.2.2.6 of this by-law, the minimum
exterior side yard to the accessory structure for the cluster
townhouse house unit located closest to Victoria Street (unit
13) permitted is 2.9 m (9.5 ft).
Notwithstanding Section 13.2.2.6 of this by-law, the minimum
exterior side yard to the accessory structure only is 4.0 m (13.1
ft).
Notwithstanding Section 13.2.2.5 of this by-law, the minimum
interior side yard to the most south easterly unit of the cluster
townhouse units (unit 19) permitted is 2.0 m (6.6 ft).
Notwithstanding Section 13.2.2.5 of this by-law, the minimum
interior side yard to the accessory structures for each cluster
townhouse unit abutting the former Canadian National Railway
line (units 1-11) permitted is 2.9 m (9.5 ft).
Notwithstanding Section 13.2.1.5 of this by-law, the minimum
exterior side yard abutting Victoria Street and Henry Street
(unit 26) permitted is 4.7 m (15.4 ft).
Notwithstanding Section 13.2.1.5 of this by-law, the minimum
exterior side yard to the most northern street townhouse unit
on Henry Street (unit 20) permitted is 2.4 m (7.9 ft).
(Sinclair By-law 2020-51)
37.52
Con 11, Lot 16
& 17
300 Toronto
Street,
600 Main
Street E
M1-52
Off-street parking requirement for the 3,511 m² (37,800 ft²)
building addition will be calculated at 1 space per 195 m² (1
space per 2,100 ft²) of gross floor area. Any further additions
will be required to meet the required parking regulations.
Note: this site-specific amendment applies to the proposed
addition from 2021.
(TG Minto By-law 2021-15)
37.53
65 Lorne Street
N, Concession
1, Part Lot 23
FD-53
Notwithstanding Section 29, or any other provisions to the
contrary, the lands zoned FD-52 shall prohibit the keeping of
livestock.
(Minto Boundary Adjustment By-law 2022-12)
37.54
660 Yonge St
R3-54
Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, the
following regulations shall apply for a cluster townhouse
development:
- The minimum lot area shall be 1,600 m² (0.39 ac).
- The minimum front yard setback shall be 4.5 m (14.76
ft).
Notwithstanding Section
6.37
b)
i)
YARD
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ENCROACHMENTS open and unenclosed porches,
uncovered decks, balconies and steps may project into
the required front yard no more than 1.5 m (4.9 ft).
- The minimum interior side yard setback shall be 3 m
(9.84 ft).
- Notwithstanding Section 6.37 b) iii) open and enclosed
porches, uncovered decks and balconies shall not
project into any required interior side yards.
- Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary,
all driveways and parking aisles shall have a minimum
unobstructed width of 6.0 m (19.69 ft) where two-way
traffic is permitted and 3 m (9.8 ft) where one-way
direction of traffic flow is permitted, which is clearly
indicated by signs, pavement markings or both.
- There must be a minimum of 5 visitor parking spaces
located at the rear of the property and such spaces shall
be identified as being reserved for the exclusive use of
such visitor.
- There must be a minimum of 1 loading/turning space
(3.0 m by 5.6 m) located on the lot for temporary
parking of vehicles while loading or unloading of
merchandise or materials, and such space shall be
identified as being reserved for this exclusive use.
- Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary,
Section 6.3 BUFFER AREA shall apply and a 1.8 m (6 ft)
solid board fence shall be provided around the entirety
of the subject lands (the fence is to be set back a
minimum of 4.5 m from the front lot line or in line with
the front wall of the main building).
(Gorgi By-law 2024-005)
37.55
C2-55
Notwithstanding Sections 6.16, 6.27.4 c, 17.2.2, 17.4.7 and 17.6
c or any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the land
zoned C2-55 is subject to the following regulations:
a) Loading Spaces
1
b) Parking Setback to a Residential Use
2.0 m (6.5 ft) to the west and
2.8 m (9.2 ft) to the south
c) Minimum Lot Frontage
15.36 m (50.4 ft)
d) Maximum Building Height
13.75 m (45.1 ft)
e) Minimum Residential Unit Floor Area
7 m² (398.3 ft²)
(WT Land L.P. By-law 2025-051)
37.56
Con 1, Lot 23
R3-56
Notwithstanding the requirements of the R3 Zone or any other
provision of the by-law to the contrary, for the lots zoned R3-
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56, the following regulations should apply to street
townhouses:
- Lot Frontage, minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
- Lot Frontage Corner Lot, minimum 12 m (39.4 ft)
- Front Yard setback, minimum
12 m (39.4 ft)
(to garage)
- Interior Side Yard, minimum
1.2 m (3.9 ft)
- Building Height, maximum
12.2 m (40 ft)
(Clark-Heinmiller, Breymark By-law 2025-050)
37.57
Con 1, Lot 23
R3-57
Notwithstanding the requirements of the R3 Zone or any other
provision of the by-law to the contrary, for the lots zoned R3-
57, the following regulations should apply to cluster
townhouses:
- Lot Area, minimum
3,055 m² (32,883 ft²)
- Lot Frontage, minimum
6 m (19.7 ft)
- Lot Frontage Corner Lot, minimum 12 m (39.4 ft)
- Exterior Side Yard, minimum
6.05 m (19.7 ft)
- Building Height, maximum
12.2 m (40 ft)
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SECTION 38 - APPROVAL OF NEW BY-LAW
38.1 REPEAL OF OLD BY-LAW
Zoning By-law Number 7-1978 and all associated Zoning Schedules and all subsequent
amendments as it pertains to the former Village of Clifford are hereby repealed; Zoning
By-law Number 1157 and all associated Zoning Schedules and all subsequent
amendments as it pertains to the former Town of Harriston are hereby repealed; Zoning
By-law Number 15-94 and all associated Zoning Schedules and all subsequent
amendments as it pertains to the former Township of Minto are hereby repealed; and
Zoning By-law Number 45-1989 and all associated Zoning Schedules and all subsequent
amendments as it pertains to the former Town of Palmerston are hereby repealed.
38.2 EFFECTIVE DATE OF NEW BY-LAW
By-law Number 01-86 including all Schedules hereto, shall come into effect on the final
passing thereof by the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Minto, subject to
compliance with the provisions of The Planning Act.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 19TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2001.
Ron Elliot
Barbara L. Sampson
MAYOR
CLERK
READ A THIRD TIME AND PASSED THIS 9TH DAY OF JANUARY 2002.
Ron Elliot
Barbara L. Sampson
MAYOR
CLERK
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ILLUSTRATIONS OF
DEFINITIONS
AND
PROVISIONS
Note: The diagrams and illustrations on the following pages are for the purposes of
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1st LI
Minto-Normanby Townline
Dogtown LN
13th LI
14th LI
Given RD
16th LI
10th LI
School Road 7
11th LI
Road 1 N
7th LI
Pike Lake RD
Bride RD
5th LI
Road 6
3rd LI
Ski RD
6th LI
15th LI
Q
R
109
Q
R
109
Q
R
123
Q
R
4
Q
R
5
Q
R
2
Q
R
6
Q
R
3
Q
R
6
Q
R
87
Q
R
89
H
I
89
H
I
23
H
I
9
Q
R
1
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
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80
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90
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92
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96
97
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100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
I
II
III
IV
V
VI
VII
VIII
IX
X
XI
XII
XIII
XIV
XV
XVI
XVII
XVIII
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
C
D
19
A
I
II
III
IV
V
VI
VII
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
19
A
111
112
113
114
XI
XII
ER
R1A
IN
OS
OS
EI
EI
EI
OS
EI
EI
RIN
EI
EI-112
IN
IN
C2
C2
AC
IN
AC
EI
EI
EI
EI
EI
EI
OS
C2
EI
C2
C2
A(H)
OS
C2
AC
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
A
A
NE
NE
NE
AC
A-18
A-100
A-5
A-96
A-96
A-96
A-106
A-37
A-51
A-9
C2-34
A-13
A-31
A-35
A-49
A-73
A-2
NE-2
A-42
ER-72
ER-72
A-8
EI-57
NE-17
A-16
A-5
A-64
AC-97
A-98
A-69
A-5
A-5
A-93
A-5
AC-108
AC-109
A-5
A-88
AC-21
A-5
A-60
A-78
AC-104
C2-20
AC-75
A-53
A-48
A-76
A-7
A-5
A-5
A-36
A-74
A-94
A-107
A-5
A-5
A-71
C2-38
A-50
A-77
R1N-58
R1N-15
A-68
A-68
A-70
NE-70
A-67
A-68
A-68
A-83
ER-55
A-80
A-63
C2-43
A-4
OS-47
A-52
NE-17
A-3
A-3
NE-3
A-117
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-54
A-54
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
AC
A-5
A-110
A-1
A-1
A-22
NE-6
NE
A-1
A-1
IN
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
NE
IN
Drew
OS
OS
A-114
A-80
A-115
A-5
A-5
A-119
A-5
A-122
A-124
A-5
A-1
A-1
A-5
A-5
A-5
A-5
A-85
A-85
A-79
A-126
A-126
A-127
A-127
A-86
A
A-87
A-89
A-90
A-90
A-5
A-91
A-5
A-5
A-92
NE-94
A-5
A-36.99
A-95
A-95
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
A-1
A
A
NE-18
NE
NE
A-40
A-84
A-101
A-5
A-5
A-111
A-5
AC-116
A-39
A-1
A-1
A
A-117
Township of Wellington North
Municipality of North Perth
COUNTY OF PERTH
Municipality of West Grey
COUNTY OF GREY
Clifford
Map 2
Harriston
Map 3
Palmerston
Map 4
Teviotdale
Map 5
Pike Lake
Map 7
Minto Pines
Map 6
Map 8
WELLHEAD
PROTECTION
AREA OVERLAY
WELLHEAD
PROTECTION
AREA OVERLAY
WELLHEAD
PROTECTION
AREA OVERLAY
Township of Wellington North
WELLHEAD
PROTECTION
AREA OVERLAY
Area Enlarged
Enlarged Area
±
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Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority
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2
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1
Kilometres
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XI
10
WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREA OVERLAY
SITE SPECIFIC EXEMPTION BOUNDARY
ZONE DESIGNATION BOUNDARY
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
PROPERTY LINE
PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY
WELLINGTON COUNTY ROAD
LOCAL ROAD
WATERBODY
WATERCOURSE
LOT
CONCESSION
Legend
AGRICULTURAL
UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME PARK
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL
SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL
HAMLET COMMERCIAL
MIXED USE
MAIN STREET MIXED USE
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
RURAL INDUSTRIAL
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
OPEN SPACE
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
FLOOD WAY
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
HOLDING PROVISION
A
R1A
R1B
R1C
R2
R3
ER
MH
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
MU1
MU2
AC
M1
M2
RIN
EI
IN
OS
FD
NE
FL
FF1
FF2
(H)
Zone Definitions
TOWN OF MINTO
Schedule A - Map 1
C2-13
C2-12
R3-6
R1B-16
R1B-9
R1B-21
R1B-20
M1-1
R1B-28
R3-2
MU1-19
R1A-11
C2-5
R1A-8
FD-23
R2-24
R1C-3
M1-7
NE-18
NE-18
R2-22
NE-14
M1-10
NE-18
R1C-27
R1B-28
R1B-28
R1B-28
R1B-28
R1B-28
R1B-28
R1B-28
R1B-28
R1B-28
R2-29
R2(H)-4
C2-15
R1B-17
R1A
C2
R1A
R1B
R1A
R1A
R1B
R1B
R1A
R1B
R1B
R1C
R2
R1B
R1B
R1C
R1C
R1B
R1B
C1
R1C
R1C
OS
C1
R1C
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
IN
C1
IN
C1
R1C
R1B
MU1
R1C
R1B
R2
OS
C2
R1C
MU1
C1
MU1
C1
R1C
R1B
R1B
R1B
FD
R1B
R1B
OS
FD
R1B
FD
R1A
FD
R1B
R1B
R1B
M1
R1B
R1B
R1B
C1
R1C
R1C
R1B
C1
R1C
R1B
R1B
C2
R1B
M1
NE
FD
R1B
R1B
R1B
OS
OS
M1
R1B
R1B
NE
R1A
R1B
NE
R1A
NE
R1B
M1
C1
M1
NE
OS
FD
NE
R1A
R1B
C2
FD
NE
NE
R1A
FD
R1C
FD
OS
OS
OS
OS
OS
R1B
R2
R2
FD
FD
FD
R3-31(H)
R2
R1B
R2(H)
NE-18
R3-31(H)
R3-31(H)
R3-31(H)
R2-30(H)
R2-30(H)
OS
R2-30(H)
OS
R2-30(H)
R2-33(H)
R2-30(H)
R2-33(H)
FD
R3-31(H)
R2-34(H)
R2-34(H)
R3-32(H)
OS
Minto ST N
Allan ST W
Mill ST E
Elora ST S
Elora ST N
H
I
9
Q
R
2
Q
R
1
Seip LN
Under Way RD
Allan ST E
Nelson ST E
James ST E
Queen ST E
Cecilia ST N
Nelson ST W
John ST W
Geddes ST E
Queen ST W
John ST E
Park ST W
Ann ST N
William ST S
Ann ST S
Clarke ST S
Minto ST S
Geddes ST W
James ST W
Clarke ST N
William ST N
Brown ST N
Brown ST S
Allan ST W
West Heritage ST
South Taylor St
North Taylor St
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200
400
100
Metres
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Date printed: July 2026
Schedule A - Map 2
CLIFFORD
Town of Minto
WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREA OVERLAY
SITE SPECIFIC EXEMPTION BOUNDARY
ZONE DESIGNATION BOUNDARY
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
PROPERTY LINE
PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY
WELLINGTON COUNTY ROAD
LOCAL ROAD
WATERCOURSE
Legend
AGRICULTURAL
UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME PARK
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL
SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL
HAMLET COMMERCIAL
MIXED USE
MAIN STREET MIXED USE
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
RURAL INDUSTRIAL
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
OPEN SPACE
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
FLOOD WAY
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
HOLDING PROVISION
A
R1A
R1B
R1C
R2
R3
ER
MH
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
MU1
MU2
AC
M1
M2
RIN
EI
IN
OS
FD
NE
FL
FF1
FF2
(H)
Zone Definitions
M1-42
M1-34
M1-41
M1(H)-40
M1-26
M1-44
R1C-28
IN-24
M1-25
C1-4
C1-12
C1-22
C1-3
R1C-51
IN-13
R3-17
M1-16
M1-16
R2-45
R1C-20
R1C-37
IN-38
M1-14
R2-46
R1C-39
FL-11
FL-32
FL-7
R3-7
FL-10
C1-15
R3-9
FL-33
R1C-24
FL-27
C1-8
R1C-21
R1C-43
C1-2
R3-18a
C2-1
R1B-31
FL-30
FL-5
R3-36
R3-36
R2-19
FD-6
FD-6
R3-18
R3-18
R1B-47
R2-48
R1B-49
R1B-50
IN-13
R2-35
R2-35
R2-35
R2-35
R3-52
M1-40
R2-35
R3-52
C2
M1
R1B
R2
R2
R1B
R1B
R1C
IN
R1B
M1
M1
FD
FL
M1
M1
FD
C1
C2
OS
R1B
R1B
FL
R2
M1
M1
R1C
R1B
M1
R1B
R1C
C2
M1
R1B
R1C
R1C
R1C
R1C
M1
R3
R1B
IN
M1
R1C
R2
C1
IN
R1C
C1
IN
R1C
R1B
R1C
R1C
R1C
R1B
C1
R1B
R1C
R1C
R1B
R1C
R1B
R1B
R1B
C2
R1C
R1B
C2
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1C
FD
FL
R1C
R3
OS
R1C
R1B
M1
R1B
R2
R1B
M1
R1C
R1C
R1C
M1
IN
R1C
OS
R2
OS
R1B
R1C
R1B
R1B
R1C
R1B
R1C
R1B
R1C
C2 R1B
R1B
R1C
R1C
C1
R1B
R1B
R1C
R3
M1
FD
R1B
R1A
M1
R1A
FD
FD
FD
C2
R1B
R1C
R2
R1B
R1B
R1C
R1B
R1B
R1C
R1B
R1C
R1B
C1
R1C
R2
R1B
R1C
IN
R1C
R1C
C1
C1
R1C
R1C
R1C
R1B
FD
R1C
FD
C2
R1C
R1B
R1C
R1C
R1B
R1B
R1C
R1B
R1B
R1C
IN
R1C
R1B
R1B
FD
R1B
IN
R1B
FD
FD
R1B
R1B
M1
OS
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
FD
FL
FL
FD
FD
FD
R1C
FD
FD
R1C
R1C
R2
R2
R1C
R1C
R1C
R1B
R1B
M1
M1
FD
R1C
R1C
FD
FD
FL
FL
FL
FD
FD
FD
R1C
R1C
R1C
R1C
C1
C1
OS
OS
FD
FD
C1
C1
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
FD
FD
FD
FD
FD
FD
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1C
C1
R1C
NE
R1C
R1B
R2
R2
R2
R1C
R2
R2
R2
R3
R2
R2
OS
R3
R2
OS
R3
R2
R3
FD
OS
FD
FD
FD
R2
R2
R2
R1C
C1
R1C-23
S. 1/2 LOT 88
CONCESSION C
CEMETERY
N. 1/2 LOT 88
CONCESSION C
S. 1/2 LOT 85
CONCESSION D
S. 1/2 LOT 84
CONCESSION D
Sewage Treatment Facility
S. 1/2 LOT 83
CONCESSION D
S. 1/2 LOT 84
CONCESSION C
S. 1/2 LOT 82
CONCESSION D
S. 1/2 LOT 83
CONCESSION D
S. 1/2 LOT 84
CONCESSION D
Elora ST S
Arthur ST E
Arthur ST W
Elora ST N
H
I
23
H
I
89
H
I
9
Q
R
109
Blind LI
10th LI
Young ST E
Lorne ST E
Brock ST
Lorne ST W
Bean ST
Wilson ST
Raglan ST E
Queen ST S
Louise ST
Union ST W
Marklane ST
Raglan ST W
Elizabeth ST
Jessie ST
Young ST W
William ST W
Pellister ST E
Anne ST E
William ST E
Union ST E
Webb ST
Maitland ST
Margaret ST N
Thackeray WY
King ST N
Thomas ST
Queen ST N
John ST S
King ST S
George ST N
John ST N
George ST S
Mill ST
Lawrence AV
Hutchison ST
Adelaide ST
Margaret ST S
Robertson ST
Elora ST S
Arthur ST E
Elora ST N
Arthur ST W
Marklane ST
Maitland ST
Elizabeth ST
Queen ST N
Thomas ST
John ST S
Webb ST
Margaret ST S
John ST N
Brock ST
Queen ST S
Mill ST
M1-25
C1-4
C1-3
C1-15
R3-9
FL-33
R1C-24
FL-27
C1-2
OS
M1
R1B
R1C
C2
M1
R1B
R1C
R1C
R1C
R1C
M1
R3
R1B IN
M1
R1C
C1
C2
R1B
R1C
C1
R1B
R1C
C2
R1B
R1C
R1B
R1B
C1
R1C
R1C
C1
C1
R1C
FL
FL
FL
FL
FL
R1C
R1C
R1C
R1C
C1
C1
C1
C1
C1
R1B
R1B
C1
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Schedule A - Map 3
HARRISTON
Town of Minto
WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREA OVERLAY
SITE SPECIFIC EXEMPTION BOUNDARY
ZONE DESIGNATION BOUNDARY
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
FLOODWAY
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE (FF1)
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO (FF2)
PROPERTY LINE
PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY
WELLINGTON COUNTY ROAD
LOCAL ROAD
WATERBODY
WATERCOURSE
Legend
AGRICULTURAL
UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME PARK
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL
SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL
HAMLET COMMERCIAL
MIXED USE
MAIN STREET MIXED USE
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
RURAL INDUSTRIAL
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
OPEN SPACE
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
FLOOD WAY
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
HOLDING PROVISION
A
R1A
R1B
R1C
R2
R3
ER
MH
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
MU1
MU2
AC
M1
M2
RIN
EI
IN
OS
FD
NE
FL
FF1
FF2
(H)
Zone Definitions
M1-52
M1(H)-38
R2-8
R2-8
C2-19
R2-28
R2-39
IN-13
IN-14
R3-7
R3-9
R2-25
R2-20
C2-21
C2-15
MU2-37
MU2-32
C1-22
C1-23
C1-17
R2-31
M1-16
M1-2
M1-2
IN-1
IN-18
R2-29
R3-6
R3-5
R2-4
MU2-2
R3-12
C1-3
MU1-11
R3-47
R2-24
C2-10
C2-36
M1-30
M1-30
C2-33
C2-34
R3-43
R3-51
MU1-44
R2-26
R2-27
MU2-41
MU2-40
MU2-40
M1-42
C2-32
M1(H)-103
R3-46
MU2-45
R2-48
R2-49
M1-35
M1-50
A-1
A-1
FD-53
A-1
M1-102
R3-54
FD
R1B
C2
C2
R2
R1B
R1B
R1B
R1B
M1
R1B
IN
R2
MH
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
MH
MH
MH
R2
R3
R2
R1B
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
MU2
IN
R2
MU2
R2
R2
IN
R2
MU2
MU2
OS
R2
C1
R3
MU1
R2
R2
C2
MU2
R2
MU2 C2
R2
R1B
R2
MU2
R2
C2
R2
C2
C1
R2
C1
C1
C1
R2
R2
IN
R2
R2
R2
MU1
OS
IN
R2
M1
R2
OS
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
M1
R2
R2
M1
M1
M1
R2
R2
R2
OS
R2
R2
NE
R2
NE
R2
R2
FD
R2
M1
R2
OS
R2
R3
R2
IN
MU2
MU1
MU1 R2
MU2
MU2
MU1
C1
C1
OS
MU1
C1
OS
R2
R2
R2
M1
IN
R2
R2
R2
M2
M2
NE
M1
R3
R2
NE
C2
MU1
IN
MU2
IN
IN
R3
C2
R2
R2
R2
R3
R2
NE
R3
R2(H)
OS
MU2
R2
R2
M1
OS
MH
OS
R3-56
R3-57
R3-56
R3
OS
R2(H)
NE
R2(H)
R1B
R2
R2
IN
C2
C2-55
R3-57
R3-56
Main ST W
Main ST E
Whites RD
King ST
Toronto ST
H
I
23
Q
R
5
Q
R
123
Q
R
123
Maxey DR
York ST
Minto RD
Old 81 ST
Ontario ST
Queen ST S
Lowe ST
Miller CR
Webster ST
Albert ST
Mill ST
Mill LN
Derby ST
Raglan ST
Bell ST
Norman ST
Walker ST
Brunswick ST
John ST
Arthur ST
Temple ST
Cavan ST
Henry LN
Jane ST
Elgin ST
Yonge ST
Wellington ST
Victoria ST
Cumberland ST
Frank Lambier CT
Henry ST N
James ST
Noble Family RD
Henry ST S
Prospect ST
Bridge CR
Lorne ST S
Minnie ST
William ST
Stephenson WY
Daly ST
Nelson ST
Boulton ST
Lett ST
Dufferin ST
Inkerman ST
Mary ST
Grand Trunk ST
Milton Seiler CR
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0
200
400
100
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Schedule A - Map 4
PALMERSTON
Town of Minto
WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREA OVERLAY
SITE SPECIFIC EXEMPTION BOUNDARY
ZONE DESIGNATION BOUNDARY
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
PROPERTY LINE
PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY
WELLINGTON COUNTY ROAD
LOCAL ROAD
WATERBODY
WATERCOURSE
Legend
AGRICULTURAL
UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME PARK
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL
SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL
HAMLET COMMERCIAL
MIXED USE
MAIN STREET MIXED USE
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
RURAL INDUSTRIAL
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
OPEN SPACE
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
FLOOD WAY
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
HOLDING PROVISION
A
R1A
R1B
R1C
R2
R3
ER
MH
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
MU1
MU2
AC
M1
M2
RIN
EI
IN
OS
FD
NE
FL
FF1
FF2
(H)
Zone Definitions
A-1
C5-59
RIN-128
M1-41
C5-62
C2-14
A-1
C2-44
IN
R1A
RIN
R1A
R1A
C2
C5
R1A
RIN-129
RIN-130
OS
OS
Q
R
7
Q
R
123
Q
R
9
Q
R
109
Q
R
109
±
0
100
200
50
Metres
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Schedule A - Map 5
TEVIOTDALE
Town of Minto
WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREA OVERLAY
SITE SPECIFIC EXEMPTION BOUNDARY
ZONE DESIGNATION BOUNDARY
PROPERTY LINE
PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY
WELLINGTON COUNTY ROAD
LOCAL ROAD
Legend
AGRICULTURAL
UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME PARK
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL
SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL
HAMLET COMMERCIAL
MIXED USE
MAIN STREET MIXED USE
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
RURAL INDUSTRIAL
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
OPEN SPACE
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
FLOOD WAY
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
HOLDING PROVISION
A
R1A
R1B
R1C
R2
R3
ER
MH
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
MU1
MU2
AC
M1
M2
RIN
EI
IN
OS
FD
NE
FL
FF1
FF2
(H)
Zone Definitions
ER-12
ER-65
NE-66
ER-11
OS-10
ER-11
ER-12
OS-10
OS-10
NE-66
ER-65
H
I
89
Joanne
CR
Minto
Pines RD
James ST
Murray WY
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Schedule A - Map 6
MINTO PINES
Town of Minto
WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREA OVERLAY
SITE SPECIFIC EXEMPTION BOUNDARY
ZONE DESIGNATION BOUNDARY
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
SPECIAL POLICY AREA
PROPERTY LINE
PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY
WELLINGTON COUNTY ROAD
LOCAL ROAD
WATERCOURSE
WATERBODY
Legend
AGRICULTURAL
UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME PARK
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL
SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL
HAMLET COMMERCIAL
MIXED USE
MAIN STREET MIXED USE
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
RURAL INDUSTRIAL
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
OPEN SPACE
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
FLOOD WAY
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
HOLDING PROVISION
A
R1A
R1B
R1C
R2
R3
ER
MH
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
MU1
MU2
AC
M1
M2
RIN
EI
IN
OS
FD
NE
FL
FF1
FF2
(H)
Zone Definitions
OS-24
NE-18
A-45
A-1
A-1
OS-26b
OS-26a
OS-26a
NE-28a
OS-28b
NE-29
Sites 38, 45, 46, 47, & 48
Section "B"
NE-27
NE-28a
NE-27
OS-25
OS-23
NE-28
C2-30
NE-29
Sites 6, 12, 17, 21 & 25
Section "E"
NE
A
A
A
OS
H
I
89
H
I
89
Joanne CR
12th LI
Pike Lake RD
Minto
Pines RD
James ST
Murray WY
O'Dwyer's RD
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Schedule A - Map 7
PIKE LAKE
Town of Minto
WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREA OVERLAY
SITE SPECIFIC EXEMPTION BOUNDARY
ZONE DESIGNATION BOUNDARY
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
SPECIAL POLICY AREA
PROPERTY LINE
PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY
WELLINGTON COUNTY ROAD
LOCAL ROAD
WATERCOURSE
WATERBODY
Legend
AGRICULTURAL
UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME PARK
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL
SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL
HAMLET COMMERCIAL
MIXED USE
MAIN STREET MIXED USE
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
RURAL INDUSTRIAL
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
OPEN SPACE
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
FLOOD WAY
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
HOLDING PROVISION
A
R1A
R1B
R1C
R2
R3
ER
MH
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
MU1
MU2
AC
M1
M2
RIN
EI
IN
OS
FD
NE
FL
FF1
FF2
(H)
Zone Definitions
A-1
C2-19
IN
R1A
C2
Arthur
ST E
H
I
89
Blind LI
William ST E
George ST N
Lawrence AV
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Schedule A - Map 8
Town of Minto
WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREA OVERLAY
SITE SPECIFIC EXEMPTION BOUNDARY
ZONE DESIGNATION BOUNDARY
PROPERTY LINE
PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY
WELLINGTON COUNTY ROAD
LOCAL ROAD
Legend
AGRICULTURAL
UNSERVICED RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME PARK
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL
NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL
SHOPPING CENTRE COMMERCIAL
HAMLET COMMERCIAL
MIXED USE
MAIN STREET MIXED USE
AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
RURAL INDUSTRIAL
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
OPEN SPACE
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
FLOOD WAY
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE ONE
FLOOD FRINGE OVERLAY ZONE TWO
HOLDING PROVISION
A
R1A
R1B
R1C
R2
R3
ER
MH
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
MU1
MU2
AC
M1
M2
RIN
EI
IN
OS
FD
NE
FL
FF1
FF2
(H)
Zone Definitions