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The Corporation of the Township
Of North Frontenac
Zoning By-law
By-law #55-19
Office Consolidation
July 2026
Office Consolidation
This document is a consolidation of Zoning By-law #55-19 as amended up to and
including By-law #2026-39, passed by the Council of the Township of North Frontenac
on July 9, 2026.
This consolidated document is prepared for purposes of convenience only. For
accurate reference, the reader should review the "as adopted" version of Zoning By-
law #55-19, original "as adopted" copies of Zoning By-law Amendments and minor
variance decisions as may be applicable. For copies of the amendments, please
contact the Clerk's Department.
The Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac
By-law #55-19
Being a By-law to Regulate the Use of Land, Building and Structures within the
Township of North Frontenac
Whereas authority is granted pursuant to Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990,
to Councils of Municipalities to enact By-laws regarding the use and the erection and
use of buildings or structures within the Municipality;
And Whereas the Township of North Frontenac has conducted a review of the Zoning
By-law pursuant to Section 26 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, in association with the
update to the Official Plan and deems it appropriate to enact a new Zoning By-law;
Now Therefore the Council for the Corporation of the Township of North
Frontenac enacts as follows:
That Schedule A as follows, is hereby deemed to be and to constitute the Zoning By-
law for the Township of North Frontenac;
And That By-laws #15-04, 27-04, 77-07, 79-07, 07-08, 54-08, 53-09, 93-09, 98-09, 02-
09, 48-09, 14-10, 115-10, 83-14, 97-16, 17-18, 21-18 and 06-19 are hereby repealed;
And That all resolutions, By-laws or parts of By-laws, which are contrary to or
inconsistent with this By-laws, are hereby repealed.
And That this by-law shall come into full force and effect from and after its passing.
Read a first and second time this 5th day of July, 2019
Read a third time and passed this 5th day of July, 2019.
__________________________
Mayor
__________________________
Clerk
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART 1 - APPLICATION, INTERPRETATION, AND ENFORCEMENT ........................ 6
1.1 Title of By-law .......................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Scope of By-law ....................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Plans Approved Prior to the Passing of this By-law ............................................ 6
1.4 Compliance with Other Restrictions ...................................................................... 6
1.5 Administration ......................................................................................................... 7
1.6 Inspection ................................................................................................................ 7
1.7 Requests for Amendments ..................................................................................... 7
1.8 Risk, Expense, and Compliance ............................................................................ 7
1.9 Interpretation of By-law .......................................................................................... 7
1.10 Penalties .............................................................................................................. 10
1.11 Remedies ............................................................................................................. 10
1.12 Repeal of Former By-laws .................................................................................. 10
1.13 Effective Date....................................................................................................... 10
1.14 Pre-Consultation ................................................................................................. 10
1.15 Two Year "Time Out" .......................................................................................... 11
PART 2 - DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................... 12
PART 3 - GENERAL PROVISIONS ............................................................................. 44
3.1 Accessory Buildings, Structures and Uses ...................................................... 44
3.2 Auto Service Station, Gasoline Bar, Car Wash ................................................ 49
3.3 Backyard Chickens ............................................................................................. 49
3.4 Bed and Breakfast .............................................................................................. 49
3.5 Buffer Strip .......................................................................................................... 50
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3.6 Buildings or Structures during Construction ................................................... 50
3.7 Buildings to be Moved ........................................................................................ 51
3.8 Cannabis Production and Processing Facility ................................................. 51
3.9 Change of Use ..................................................................................................... 51
3.10 Commercial Forestry Operations ...................................................................... 52
3.11 Day Nurseries - Private or Licensed ................................................................. 52
3.12 Equestrian Establishment .................................................................................. 52
3.13 Established Building Line in Built-up Area ...................................................... 52
3.14 Exception Zone ................................................................................................... 52
3.15 Fences ................................................................................................................. 53
3.16 Frontage and Access.......................................................................................... 53
3.17 Garden Suites ..................................................................................................... 54
3.18 Hazardous Sites .................................................................................................. 54
3.19 Hobby Farms ....................................................................................................... 54
3.20 Holding Provisions ............................................................................................. 55
3.21 Home Based Business ....................................................................................... 55
3.22 Illumination .......................................................................................................... 56
3.24 Legal Non-Conforming Uses and Non-Complying Structures ........................ 56
3.25 Live/Work Units ................................................................................................... 58
3.26 Loading Requirements ....................................................................................... 59
3.27 Minimum Distance Separation, Influence Areas and Special Setbacks ......... 59
3.28 Natural Heritage Features and Areas ................................................................ 62
3.29 Natural Vegetation Buffer and Waterfront Activity Areas ............................... 62
3.30 Open Storage, Sales and Display ...................................................................... 63
3.31 Parking and Storage of Motor Vehicles ............................................................ 63
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3.32 Parking Requirements ........................................................................................ 65
3.33 Parts of Buildings or Structures Permitted Above Height Level .................... 68
3.34 Permitted Projections ......................................................................................... 69
3.35 Principal Storage Units ...................................................................................... 69
3.36 Public Service Use .............................................................................................. 70
3.37 Recreational Vehicles on Individual Lots ......................................................... 70
3.38 Renewable and Alternative Energy Systems ................................................... 70
3.39 Sight Triangles .................................................................................................... 71
3.40 Signs .................................................................................................................... 71
3.41 Site Plan Control ................................................................................................. 71
3.42 Swimming Pools ................................................................................................. 71
PART 4 - ZONES ......................................................................................................... 73
4.1 Zone Classification ............................................................................................. 73
4.2 Zones ................................................................................................................... 73
4.3 Residential Multiple - RM ................................................................................... 74
4.4 Residential Waterfront - RW .............................................................................. 76
4.5 Mobile Home Park Residential -MHPR ............................................................. 80
4.6 Hamlet - H ............................................................................................................ 82
4.7 Rural - RU ............................................................................................................ 87
4.8 Limited Service Rural - LSR ............................................................................... 95
4.9 Limited Service Waterfront - LSW .................................................................... 98
4.10 Rural Co-operative - CO .................................................................................. 102
4.11 General Commercial - GC ................................................................................ 105
4.12 Recreational Commercial - RC ........................................................................ 110
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4.13 Industrial - I ....................................................................................................... 114
4.14 Mineral Aggregate Extraction - MXE .............................................................. 116
4.15 Mining - MR ....................................................................................................... 118
4.16 Waste Management Facility - WMF ................................................................. 120
4.17 Environmental Protection - EP ....................................................................... 122
4.18 Crown Land - CROWN ..................................................................................... 123
PART 5 - OVERLAYS ................................................................................................ 124
5.1 Overlay Zone Classification ............................................................................. 124
5.2 Overlay Zone ..................................................................................................... 124
5.3 Natural Hazards (NH) Overlay .......................................................................... 124
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Part 1 - Application, Interpretation, and Enforcement
1.1 Title of By-law
This By-law may be cited as "the Zoning By-law of the Township of North Frontenac" or
for short title as the "Township of North Frontenac Zoning By-law".
1.2 Scope of By-law
1.2.1 Lands Subject to By-law
The provisions of this By-law shall apply to all lands lying within the corporate limits of the
Township of North Frontenac.
1.2.2 Conformity with By-law
No lands shall hereafter be used and no building or structure shall be erected, altered or
used within the Corporation except in conformity with the provisions of this By-law and
except as permitted by this By-law.
1.2.3 Existing Uses Continued
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the use of any existing lot, building or
structure for any purpose prohibited by this By-law if such lot, building or structure was
lawfully used for such purpose on or before the date of passing of this By-law, so long as
it continues to be used for that purpose.
1.3 Plans Approved Prior to the Passing of this By-law
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the erection or use of any building or structure for a
purpose prohibited by the provisions of this By-law, if the plans for such building or
structure were approved by the Corporation and a building permit was issued on or before
the date of passing of this By-law, provided that: (a) when such building or structure is
erected, it shall be used and shall continue to be used only for the same purpose for which
the said building or structure was intended when such building permit was issued and
shall not be altered in any way except in conformity with the provisions of this By-law; and
(b) the erection of such building occurs pursuant to the building permit and said permit is
not revoked or expired prior to construction.
1.4 Compliance with Other Restrictions
This By-law shall not be construed so as to reduce or mitigate any restrictions or
regulations in any By-law, permit, or license lawfully imposed or issued by the Corporation
or by any governmental authority having jurisdiction to make such restrictions or
regulations. Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the erection, alteration, or use of a
building or structure, nor the use or alteration of a lot for which a minor variance has been
granted by the Committee of Adjustment.
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1.5 Administration
This By-law shall be administered by a person designated from time to time by Council
as the Planning Manager or such other person as the Council designates.
1.6 Inspection
(a)
Subject to Subsection 1.6 b) of this Section, and any other applicable provisions
of the Planning Act any officer or employee of the Corporation appointed by
Council to administer or enforce the provisions of this By-law, or any person
acting under his or her instructions, is hereby authorized, upon producing proper
identification, to enter at all reasonable times, upon any property or premises to
conduct an inspection of which he or she believes on reasonable grounds may
be non-compliant with this By-Law;
(b)
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in Subsection 1.6 (a) of this Section, no
officer or employee of the Corporation shall enter any room or place actually being
used as a dwelling unit or part thereof without the consent of the occupier, except
under the authority of a search warrant issued under Section 49.1 of the 'Planning
Act', or any successors thereto. The occupant shall be informed that the right of
entry may be refused and entry made only under the authority of a search
warrant.
1.7 Requests for Amendments
Every request for an amendment to this By-law shall be accompanied by a completed
copy of the appropriate application form provided by the Corporation, the required
supporting material and any associated fees.
1.8 Risk, Expense, and Compliance
The facilities, yards, or other matters required by this By-law shall be provided and
maintained at the sole risk and expense of the owner of the lands in respect of such
matters as are hereby required and the said owner shall at all times bear full responsibility
for ensuring compliance in all respects with this By-law.
1.9 Interpretation of By-law
1.9.1 Definitions
In this By-law, unless the context requires otherwise, the definitions and interpretations
set out in Part 2 hereof shall apply. Words not defined shall have the customary meaning
or as defined in a standard dictionary.
1.9.2 "Shall" is Mandatory
In this By-law, the word "shall" is mandatory.
1.9.3 "Use" and "Occupy"
In this By-law, unless the context requires otherwise:
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(a)
The verb "use" shall include "design to be used", "arrange to be used", "intend to
be used", and "permit to be used"; and
(b)
The verb "occupy" shall include "design to be occupied", "arrange to be occupied",
"intend to be occupied", and "permit to be occupied".
1.9.4 Schedules to By-law Part of By-law
Schedules which are attached hereto are hereby made a part of this By-law as fully and
to all intents and purposes as though recited in full herein.
1.9.5 Interpretation of Zoning Boundaries
Zone boundaries, where possible, are construed to be lot lines, street lines, centrelines
of streets or railway rights-of-way. In the case where uncertainty exists as to the boundary
of any Zone, then the location of such boundary shall be determined by using the
measurement tool on "Frontenac Maps".
1.9.6 Multiple Uses
Unless otherwise prohibited by this By-law and provided all the applicable requirements
of this By-law are satisfied, a lot, structure, or building may contain more than one use
permitted in the designated Zone. Where any land or building is used for more than one
purpose, use, or Zone, all provisions of this By-law relating to each use shall be complied
with except as otherwise provided for in this By-law. Where there is conflict between the
requirements of such uses (e.g. lot size, lot frontage, or yards), the more restrictive
requirements shall prevail.
1.9.7 Typographical Corrections
No amendment to this By-law shall be required in order for the Corporation to make
typographical changes where, in the opinion of the Corporation, such corrections do not
affect the intent of the By-law.
1.9.8 Severability of Provisions
The provisions, sections or subsections of this By-law are hereby declared to be separate
from each other and the invalidity of any provision, Section or Subsection does not affect
the validity of any other provision, Section or Subsection.
1.9.9 References to Other Legislation and Agencies
Where this By-law makes reference to legislation of the Government of Ontario or the
Government of Canada, such reference shall be deemed to include any and all
amendments or successors or changes in the titles, numbering, or regulations
thereunder. Where this By-law makes reference to the jurisdiction or policy of a public
agency and where the name or responsibilities of said public agency are changed, the
said reference shall be deemed to include any and all successors to such public agency,
legislation or policy.
1.9.10 Compliance with Zoning Requirements
The extent and boundaries of all Zones are shown on the Schedule attached hereto. For
all such Zones, both the general provisions and specific Zone provisions shall be met.
The provisions of this By-law shall be held to be the minimum (or maximum, where
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applicable) requirements adopted by the Municipality. Nothing shall prevent any person
from erecting a building or structure or from undertaking any development which is below
the maximum (or above the minimum where applicable) requirements of this By-law.
Except as otherwise provided in this By-law, no person shall hereafter use any land,
buildings or structure unless the use is permitted in the Zone in which it is situated.
1.9.11 Zone Symbols
The short form symbols used on the Schedule attached hereto refer to individual Zones
used in the By-law and may be used when describing or making reference to any Zone
herein.
1.9.12 Lots in More Than One Zone
Where a lot is divided into more than one Zone, each such portion of the lot shall be used
in accordance with the provisions of this By-law for the Zone where such portion of the
lot is located. Each such portion of the lot shall be considered as a separate lot for the
purpose of measuring setbacks, yards, and lot coverage. Notwithstanding the foregoing,
where each such Zone contains duplicated principal permitted uses, only one such
principal use shall be permitted on the lot. A permitted accessory use may be located in
a separate Zone contained within the lot.
1.9.13 Calculation of Numerical Requirements
Where the application of this By-law results in less than a whole number, the more
restrictive requirement shall apply.
1.9.14 Measurement Units
This By-law uses the metric system to establish measurements when such
measurements form part of a regulation or a requirement.
1.9.15 Lots Affected by Government Action
Where a lot is reduced in area or frontage by a Government action, such as road
widening, property acquisition, or expropriation and the lot is below the minimum lot
frontage or area for the Zone as a result of such action, or is already undersized and is
made smaller as result of such action, the lot shall be deemed to be in conformity with the
requirements, provided all other applicable requirements of the Zone and this By-law are
satisfied.
1.9.16 Prohibited Uses
With respect to any lands to which this By-law applies, all uses are prohibited unless
specifically permitted in this By-law.
1.9.17 Explanatory Note
All Notes included in this By-law are intended for reference purposes only.
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1.10 Penalties
Every person who violates any of the provisions of this By-law is guilty of an offense and
upon conviction is liable to a fine prescribed under the Planning Act or other applicable
statute. Where a conviction is entered under the Act, in addition to any other remedy or
any penalty provided by By-law, the applicable court may make an order prohibiting the
continuation or repetition of the offence by the person convicted. Penalties imposed by
conviction under this Section shall be recoverable under the Provincial Offences Act.
1.11 Remedies
Where any building or structure is erected, altered, reconstructed, extended, or enlarged,
or any building or structure or part thereof is used, or any lot is used, in contravention of
any requirements or other provisions of this By-law, such contravention may be removed
or altered at the insistence of the Township pursuant to the provisions of the Planning
Act, or the Municipal Act. The contravention of any requirement of this By-law may be
restrained by action of any ratepayer of the Township pursuant to the provisions of the
Municipal Act.
1.12 Repeal of Former By-laws
By-law #15-04 and all amendments thereto passed under Section 34 of the Planning Act,
or its predecessor, are hereby repealed and such repeal shall come into effect upon the
date that this By-law comes into force, notwithstanding minor variance decisions
approved under By-law #15-04 after January 1, 2018, where the appropriate building
permit is obtained by December 31, 2019.
Adoption of this By-law shall not prevent any pending or future prosecution of, or action
to abate any existing violation of the said By-laws if the violation is also a violation of any
of the provisions of this By-law.
1.13 Effective Date
This By-law shall take effect from the date of its passage by Council, subject to the
provisions of the Planning Act.
1.14 Pre-Consultation
Applicants are required to consult with the Township prior to submission of the following
applications:
- Application for consents;
- Application for a minor variance;
- Application for site plan control approval;
- Application for official plan amendment; and
- Application for zoning by-law amendment.
Without a pre-consultation meeting and/or submission of all required information or
material, the Township of North Frontenac will deem an application incomplete.
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1.15 Two Year "Time Out"
No person or public body shall apply to amend this By-law before the second anniversary
of the day in which this By-law is approved by Council. Notwithstanding the above,
Council may, by resolution, declare that an application may proceed. Any application
proceeding during this time period is subject to all the normal Planning Act requirements
for public meetings, notices and appeal rights. The resolution may be made in respect of
a specific application, a class of applications or respective of such applications generally.
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Part 2 - Definitions
Abattoir means a commercial use, building or structure, and related uses subject to the
regulations under the Food Safety and Quality Act, where animals are killed and/or
processed for packaging, distribution and resale, and may include a rendering plant (see
also Agricultural Use).
Accessory Use when used to describe a use, building or structure, means a use, building
or structure naturally or normally incidental, subordinate and exclusively devoted to a
main use, building or structure and located on the same lot therewith. This definition also
includes an accessory building.
Accommodation Unit means a room or rooms used or maintained for the
accommodation of the travelling or vacationing public and which does not contain a
kitchen but may contain washroom/sanitary facilities.
Adult Entertainment Parlour means premises used for entertainment including
activities, facilities, performances, exhibitions, viewings or encounters designed to appeal
to erotic or sexual appetites or inclinations in which a principal feature or characteristic is
the nudity or partial nudity of any person.
Adverse Effect means one or more of:
a)
Impairment of the quality of the natural environment for any use that can be
made of it;
b)
Injury or damage to property or plant and animal life;
c)
Harm or material discomfort to any person;
d)
An adverse effect on the health of any person;
e)
Impairment of the safety of any person;
f)
Rendering any property or plant or animal life unfit for use by humans;
g)
Loss of enjoyment of normal use of property;
h)
Interference with normal conduct of business;
i)
Significant loss of view from fences or buildings: and
j)
Negative impacts attributable to the influence of one land use on another.
Agricultural Use means the use of land, building(s) or structure(s) for:
a)
The growing of crops, including all related activities such as soil preparation,
manure or fertilizer storage and application, planting, spraying, grain drying,
irrigating, harvesting and also including the storage and sale of the crops
(excludes maple syrup);
b)
Animal husbandry including the raising, boarding, and keeping of all forms of
livestock, and all related activities such as breeding, training, feeding, manure
storage and grazing;
c)
The production of animal products such as milk, eggs, wool, fur, or honey and
related activities such as the collection, storage and sale of the products;
d)
The use and storage of all forms of equipment or machinery needed to
accomplish the foregoing activities; and
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e)
Shall be deemed to include activities which are normal farm practices as may be
determined under the Farming and Food Production Act.
Air Treatment Control means the functional use of industrial grade multi-stage carbon
filtration system, or similar technology, to reduce and/or treat the emission of pollen, dust
and odours expelled from a facility and sized accordingly in comparison to the facility it
serves as designed by a qualified person
Alter
a)
When used in reference to a building, structure or part thereof, means:
i)
To change any one or more of the external dimensions of such building or
structure; or
ii) To change the type of construction of the exterior walls or roof of such
building or structures; or
iii) To change the use of such building or structure or the number or types of
uses or dwelling units contained therein; or
iv) To change the building systems such as plumbing, heating, and electrical.
b)
When used in reference to a lot, means a change in use or a decrease or increase
in the width, depth or area or to decrease or increase the width, depth or area of
any required yard, setback, or boundary of such lot with respect to a street or
high-water mark, whether such alteration is made by conveyance or alteration or
any portion of said lot or otherwise.
c)
When used in reference to a shoreline means to change, straighten, divert or
interfere in any way with the channel of any watercourse.
Animal Sanctuary means a building, structure, or land for the purpose of providing a
place of refuge for animals and does not include the sale or trade of animals, breeding
programs, or animal testing.
Aquaponics means the combination of aquaculture (raising of fish) and hydroponics (the
soil-less growing of plants) that grows fish and plants together in one integrated system.
Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI) means an area of natural and scientific
interest that has been identified and recommended for protection by the Ministry of
Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) that is geological in nature and consists of some
of the most significant representative examples of the bedrock, fossil and landforms in
Ontario, or represents segments of Ontario's biodiversity and natural landscapes
including specific types of forests, valleys, prairies and wetlands, their native plants and
animals and their supporting environments.
Antique Sales means the use of land, buildings or structures for the sale of objects of
personal property which may have a unique appeal and enhanced value due to the age
of, public demand, or value in a recognized commercial market which is in excess of its
original value.
Asphalt Plant means an industrial facility used for the production of asphalt for use in the
paving of roads and driveways and the damp-proofing of buildings or structures and
includes facilities for the administration or management of the business, the stockpiling
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of bulk materials used in the production process or of finished products manufactured on
the premises, and the storage and maintenance of required equipment.
At Capacity means, when referring to a water body, the status of the water body that is
determined by the Lakeshore Capacity Model whereby the water body cannot support
additional development due to impaired water quality.
Attached means a building or structure otherwise complete in itself which is connected
to, and which depends for structural support upon a division wall or walls shared in
common with an adjacent building or buildings.
Auto Repair Garage means a building used for the storage, repair and servicing of motor
vehicles, having at least one (1) service bay where repairs essential to the actual
operation of a motor vehicle are performed. This definition shall include painting,
refinishing, restoration and repairs to the exterior of motor vehicles.
Auto Service Station means a building and/or lot used for the sale of fuels for vehicles
and may include the renting, servicing, repairing, lubrication, cleaning and polishing of
vehicles and the sale of automotive accessories and related products but shall not include
any other automotive use defined in this By-law.
Bakery means a building or portion of a building wherein baked foods are produced and
processed for packaging and distribution and may include an accessory retail store which
sells goods manufactured on the premises.
Balcony means a platform without a roof projecting from the wall of a building with a
balustrade or railing along its outer edge, often with access from a door or window which
is not connected to the ground by stairs. (See Figure D-1 below)
Figure D-1 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part of
the definition.
Bank means an establishment where money is deposited, kept, lent or exchanged or
where other retail financial services are provided and includes a chartered bank, trust
company or similar financial institution.
Basement means the lowest habitable storey of a building, where more than fifty percent
(50%) of the foundation wall is above established grade. (See Figure D-2 below)
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Figure D-2 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part
of the definition.
Bed and Breakfast means a private dwelling designed to be used in part for the
accommodation of the traveling or vacationing public, which may include a bathroom and
may also include the provision of meals and complimentary services to the guest room
occupants.
Boathouse / Boat Port Means a one-storey accessory building that does not contain
habitable living space or plumbing, has an opening to the water body of an appropriate
size to accommodate a boat and is connected to the water body by a boat slip, boat lift,
or marine railway.
Boat, Non-motorized - see Non-motorized Boat
Boat Launch means an area of land adjacent to a water body that is used to launch and
remove boats from the water.
Buffer Strip means a landscaped or planted area reserved for the purpose of screening
or obstructing the view of buildings, land or structures or shielding or blocking noise, lights,
or other nuisances by the planting of trees and shrubs, fences, berms or other attenuation
features.
Building means any structure used or intended for sheltering any use or occupancy. The
word "building" shall include the whole of such structure or part thereof and shall include
any building types as regulated by the Ontario Building Code.
Building Envelope means the buildable area on a lot, as defined by all of the required
yards and setbacks and the maximum height provisions, within which a building can be
erected as established in this By-law. (See Figure D-3 below)
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Figure D-3 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part
of the definition.
Building Footprint means all parts of a building that rest, directly or indirectly, on the
ground, including those portions of the building that are supported by posts, piers,
cantilever beams, or columns. Building footprint includes all structures attached to a main
building including attached garages, covered carports, porches, decks, and cantilevered
decks.
Building, Main means a building in which the principal use of the lot is conducted.
Building, Mixed Use means a building containing more than one use (e.g. retail
commercial and residential; office and residential; industrial and retail etc.)
Building, Temporary means a building or structure intended for removal or demolition
within a prescribed time not exceeding two (2) years, or as a temporary use as permitted
by a Temporary Use By-law under the Planning Act.
Building Supply Store means a building, premises, or yard where building supplies such
as lumber, millwork, siding, roofing, plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning, home
improvement and similar goods are sold, stored and displayed.
Cannabis means a psychoactive drug from the cannabis plant, commonly known as
marijuana, used for medical or recreational purposes in its derivative forms that is
produced, tested, stored, distributed and/or sold.
Cannabis Production and Processing Facility means a building, structure or part
thereof, used for growing, altering, assembling, fabricating, finishing, inspecting, making,
processing, or producing cannabis products, including cannabis or herbal and natural
medicines, that may use living organisms or parts of living organisms used in the
manufacturing process, either by hand or through the use of machinery and may include
the temporary on-site storage of commercial motor vehicles (i.e. trucks, tractors, and/or
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trailers) for freight handling including the pick-up, delivery and transitory storage of goods
incidental to motor freight shipment directly related to the permitted use(s).
Car Wash means a building or portion thereof used for commercial washing or cleaning
of motorized vehicles by mechanical or manual means.
Carrying Capacity means the maximum amount of development that a particular
environment can sustain without deterioration, as determined through an approved
capacity assessment guideline or process (e.g. Lakeshore Capacity Assessment).
Catering Establishment means a commercial operation in which food and beverages
are prepared for consumption off the premises and are not served to consumers on the
premises.
Cellar means the lowest storey of a building, where more than 50% of the foundation wall
is below established grade. (See Figure D-4 below)
Figure D-4 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part
of the definition.
Cemetery means lands intended for the interment of human remains and includes a
mausoleum, columbarium, or other buildings or structures for storing ashes of human
remains that have been cremated or the interment of the dead in sealed crypts or
compartments but shall not include a crematorium. Pet cemeteries shall be included in
this definition.
Chief Building Official means an officer or employee of the Corporation of the Township
of North Frontenac appointed by By-law in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario
Building Code.
Cheese Factory, Tourist Oriented means a commercial establishment that stores,
processes, sells or distributes cheese and cheese products produced on site. This may
also include an accessory on site retail outlet and accessory food and beverage service.
Clearcutting means the cutting and removal of all trees from a lot or part of a lot.
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Clinic means a building or part thereof where health services are provided to the public
in the form of medical, paramedical, dental, surgical, physiotherapeutic or other human
health services including associated technician and laboratory facilities and may also
include an incidental pharmaceutical outlet for the sale of prescription and therapeutic
drugs and medication and other drug store products and optical equipment but shall not
include accommodation for in-patient care or operating rooms for major surgery.
Commercial Forestry Operation means the management, development, cultivation and
harvesting of timber resources for financial gain or profit.
Commercial Greenhouse means a building used for the growing of flowers, vegetables,
plants, shrubs, trees, and similar vegetation for wholesale or retail sale. This definition
also includes a nursery.
Commercial Vehicle means a motor vehicle having permanently attached thereto a truck
or delivery body and includes ambulances, hearses, fire apparatus, police vehicles, motor
buses and tractor trailers used for hauling purposes on the highway.
Communications Facility means an installation which transmits receives and/or relays
communications such as a microwave relay tower, significant antenna, cellular telephone
or wireless internet tower, radio or television broadcast tower or similar facility.
Community Facility means any parcel of land or building(s) and/or structures used for
community activities, emergency facilities, offices, or recreation purposes, whether used
for commercial purposes or not, and the control of which is vested in the Township,
County, a public board or agent thereof, or the Government of Ontario or Canada.
Compressed Gas Sales and Services means a commercial building, use or structure
used for the legal sale, transfer and storage of gasses or fuels which are compressed,
deeply refrigerated, liquefied or dissolved under pressure (e.g., propane, natural gas),
and which are legally and properly kept in a retail store or a tank for storage incidental for
the purpose of retail sales to the public.
Concrete Plant means an industrial facility used for the production of concrete and
includes facilities for the administration or management of the business, the stockpiling
of bulk materials used in the production process or of finished products manufactured on
the premises, and the storage and maintenance of required equipment.
Condominium means land and/or buildings under the control of a corporation under the
Condominium Act.
Conservation Use means the use of lands which are intended to remain open in character
with the priority use given to preservation of their ecological uniqueness, wildlife habitat
and their natural features or ecological functions.
Construction Yard or Contractor's Yard means lands used as a depot for the storage
and maintenance of commercial vehicles or heavy equipment used by the contractor or
company, and may include facilities for the administration or management of the business
and the stockpiling or storage of supplies used in the business, but does not include the
crushing of virgin or recyclable aggregates or materials or the storage of building supplies
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or home improvement supplies that the contractor would typically sell on a wholesale or
retail basis.
Continuum-of-Care Facility means a building or a group of buildings which may include
a senior citizens apartment building, a nursing home, a long-term care facility, home for
the aged and facilities associated with, and designed specifically to serve seniors or
persons with disabilities such as clinics, retirement homes, recreation centres, cafeterias
and personal service establishments, and may also include independent senior's
accommodation in separate structures/living units that share in services such as meals,
medical care services or recreation activities that are provided by the facility.
Convenience Store means a building or part of a building used primarily for the sale of
grocery and confectionary items and incidentally for the sale of such other merchandise
as is required to fulfill the day-to-day needs of a surrounding community.
Council means the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac.
County means the County of Frontenac.
Crawl Space means a space such as an attic, duct, ceiling or roof that is oriented in a
horizontal plane, that is concealed and generally inaccessible, and through which building
services such as pipes, ducts and wiring may pass.
Crisis Care Facility means a building or part thereof which is used to provide for the
supervised residency of persons requiring immediate emergency shelter and aid for a
short to interim period of time and, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, includes
a facility for battered or abused adults and/or children and/or elderly persons, and facilities
for substance rehabilitation.
Day Nursery - Licensed means a place where the temporary care of children is provided
in facilities and by staff licensed by the Province of Ontario and operated in accordance
with the applicable legislation.
Day Nursery - Private means a place where the temporary care of children is provided,
in accordance with the applicable provisions of the applicable legislation.
Deck means a structure abutting a dwelling or building which has no roof or walls (except
for visual partitions and railings) and which is constructed on piers or a foundation above-
grade, with direct access to the ground.
Detached when used in reference to a building, means a building which is not dependent
on any other building for structural support or enclosure.
Development means the creation of a new lot, a change in land use, or the construction
of buildings and/or structures requiring approval under the Planning Act, but does not
include: (a) activities that create or maintain infrastructure authorized under an
environmental assessment process; (b) work subject to the Drainage Act; or (c) for the
purposes of policy 2.1.4(a), underground or surface mining of minerals or advanced
exploration on mining lands in significant areas of mineral potential in Ecoregion 5E,
where advanced exploration has the same meaning as under the Mining Act.
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Distribution Sales Office / Mail Order Sales Office means a building, structure or part
thereof used for the purpose of storing products or product lines for resale to retailers or
direct sales to end users or customers, and includes the provisions of product information,
estimates, technical supports, after-sales services or credits to their customers.
Dock means a structure built at or anchored to the shore at which boats or other floating
vessels are berthed or secured and which may provide a foundation for a boathouse/boat
port. Any structure situated in or over lands covered by water, which is within 3 metres
of a dock, shall be deemed to be part of the dock unless it is a boathouse / boat port.
Driveway means a vehicular access which is connected to a public road, private lane or
thoroughfare, which provides ingress to and/or egress from a lot and may include a
shared driveway but shall not include a private lane as defined herein.
Dwelling means a building used or intended to be used for human habitation and in which
all usual domestic functions may be carried on. For the purposes of this By-law, dwelling
shall not include a tent, bus, boat, vessel, motor vehicle or recreational vehicle.
Dwelling - Apartment means a building containing three (3) or more dwelling units that
share a common hall for ingress or egress from each unit but shall not include a row
dwelling.
Dwelling - Duplex means a building divided horizontally into two (2) dwelling units each
of which has an independent entrance either directly from the outside or through a
common vestibule. (See Figure D-5 below)
Dwelling - Earthship means a type of dwelling that is typically off-grid, passive and solar
based, that is made of both natural and upcycled materials.
Dwelling - Mobile Home means a transportable, factory-built dwelling designed to be
used as a year-round residential dwelling and has been manufactured to comply with the
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Standard No. Z240, as amended or replaced
from time to time, but does not include a modular home, a park model trailer, a
recreational vehicle, or any other dwelling defined in this By-law.
Dwelling - Modular Home means a single detached dwelling that is constructed by
assembling, on a permanent foundation, at least two (2) factory manufactured modular
units each of which comprises at least one (1) room or living area and has been
manufactured in a Canadian Standards Association (CSA) A277 certified factory. For the
purposes of this By-law a modular home dwelling shall be considered as a single
detached dwelling.
Dwelling - Park Model Trailer means a manufactured building designed and
constructed in conformance with CAN/CSA-Z241 Series "Park Model Trailer", or its
successors, as set out in the Ontario Building Code and is used or intended to be used
for seasonal occupancy only. A park model trailer has a minimum dwelling unit area of 19
square metres, is mounted on a single chassis mounted on wheels designed to facilitate
relocation from time to time and designed as living quarters for seasonal occupancy and
may be connected to those facilities necessary for the operation of installed fixtures and
appliances. A park model trailer does not include a mobile home. A park model trailer
requires a Building Permit for placement.
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Dwelling - Secondary means a dwelling unit that is also known as an accessory unit,
basement apartment, and secondary suite or in-law suite. Such units are self-contained
residential units with kitchen and bathroom facilities and include units within coach houses
and within ancillary building.
Dwelling - Semi-Detached means a building on a single foundation divided vertically
into two (2) separate dwelling units by a common wall. (See Figure D-5 below)
Dwelling - Single-detached means a detached building containing one (1) dwelling unit
and may include a permanent dwelling, seasonal dwelling, tiny home, yurt, earth-ship,
park model trailer, modular home or mobile home. (See Figure D-5 below)
Dwelling - Tiny Home means an alternative form of housing that supports year-round
accommodation, is self-sufficient in terms of servicing, is permanent, and includes a
minimum gross floor area of 19 square metres but less than 37.2 square metres and any
wheels shall be removed. This definition shall not include a Park-Model Trailer or
Recreational Vehicle as otherwise defined herein.
Dwelling - Triplex means the whole of a dwelling that is divided horizontally into three
(3) separate dwelling units each of which has an independent entrance directly from the
outside.
Dwelling - Townhouse/Row means a building divided vertically into three (3) or more
dwelling units, each of which has independent entrance to front and rear yards. (See
Figure D-5 below)
Figure D-5 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part
of the definition.
Dwelling Unit means a building or structure or part of a building or structure occupied or
capable of being occupied as the home or residence of one or more persons, where food
preparation and sanitary facilities are provided, but shall not include a hotel, motel,
accommodation unit or similar commercial use of a private or semi-private institution.
Easement means the legal right acquired to pass over, along, upon or under the lands of
another.
Environmental Protection means any activity designed to maintain or restore the quality
of the environment through the prevention of degradation of the landscape and
ecosystems.
Equestrian Establishment means an establishment engaged in the operation of a horse
riding academy or horse riding stables including ancillary uses.
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Equipment Rental Establishment means a building or part of a building wherein the
primary use is the rental of machinery, equipment, furniture, fixtures and other goods.
Equipment and Vehicle Storage Yard means an uncovered area which is used for the
storage of machinery, equipment, commercial vehicles, and other similar goods requiring
large areas for outside storage. Limited repair of such machinery, equipment, motor
vehicles and goods may be permitted in a building provided such repair is clearly
incidental and secondary to the storage use.
Erect means to create a new structure or to replace an existing structure through the
assembly of individual components and shall include the construction of an addition,
enlargement or extension of an existing structure.
Established Building Line means the average setback from the street line of existing
buildings on one side of a continuous maximum 200 metre strip of land where three (3)
or more of the lots having street frontage upon the same side of the street have been built
upon. This provision shall not apply to a waterfront lot. (See Figure D-6 below)
Figure D-6 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part
of the definition.
Established Grade means the average elevation of the finished level of the ground
adjoining all of the exterior walls of the building exclusive of any artificial embankments
or berms. This definition also includes finished grade.
Existing means existing as of the date of the passing of this By-law.
Farm Produce Outlet means a use accessory to a main use or an agricultural use which
consists of the retail sale of agricultural products produced locally or on the farm, or the
incidental sale of products produced by a home-based business and where such outlet is
located on the same property as the main use. This definition also includes roadside
stand.
Fish Habitat means spawning grounds and any other areas, including nursery, rearing,
food supply, and migration areas on which fish depend directly or indirectly in order to
carry out their life processes.
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Float Home means a structure built on or incorporating a floatation system, or a
converted vessel, that is primarily used as a self-contained dwelling unit, or any other
form of accommodation or habitable space, and is not intended for navigation or use as
a navigable craft.
Floodline or Flood Elevation means a line established by a one (1) in one-hundred
(100) year storm as established by flood plain mapping or by the appropriate
Conservation Authority. Where no mapping is established, the flood-line or flood elevation
shall be the "high water mark".
Flood Plain means the area, usually low lands, adjoining a watercourse or wetland which
has been, or may be covered by flood water. (See Figure D-7 below)
Figure D-7 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part
of the definition.
Flood Proofing means a combination of structural changes and/or adjustments
incorporated into the basic design and/or construction or alteration of individual buildings,
structures or properties subject to flooding so as to reduce or eliminate the potential for
flood damage.
Floor Area - Gross means the sum of the total area of each floor, including a basement
or cellar, measured between the exterior faces of the exterior walls of the building and
where there are no walls the total area of a floor within the outer perimeter of the floor.
Floor Area - Net means usable or habitable space above or below grade, measured from
the exterior face of the exterior walls of the building or structure but shall not include:
(a)
Any garage, porch, deck, unfinished basement, cellar or attic;
(b)
Any part of the building or structure below grade which is used for building
services, storage or laundry facilities;
(c)
Any part of the building or structure used for the storage or parking of motor
vehicles.
Footprint - see Building Footprint
Funeral Parlour means a building or part of a building wherein undertaking services are
offered and may include accessory activities such as the sale of caskets and funeral
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accessories, a chapel or parlour. A funeral parlour may also include an accessory
dwelling.
Garage means an accessory building which is primarily used for storage of motor
vehicles, tools and household equipment incidental to residential occupancy and may
include a sink, toilet and laundry facilities but no kitchen facilities.
Garden Centre mean an establishment primarily used for the retail sale of gardening
equipment, products and planting materials, including greenhouses for the cultivation of
such materials.
Garden Suite means a one-unit detached residential structure containing bathroom and
kitchen facilities that is ancillary to an existing residential structure and that is designed
to be portable but does not include a recreational vehicle.
Gasoline Bar means one or more pump islands, and an accessory building or structure
used for transacting sales and may include the sale of automotive accessories and related
products and confectionary items and may include other accessory features such as
sanitary facilities. This definition shall also include a Card Lock Facility designed for the
retail sale of gasoline or diesel fuel using pumps which are operated automatically by
credit or debit cards.
Gazebo means an accessory, detached roofed structure open on all sides or screened
in, which is used as an outdoor non-habitable sitting or leisure area.
Golf Course means a public or private area operated for the purpose of playing the sport
of golf, including such accessory buildings and structures as are necessary for the
operation and maintenance of the golf course, such as club house facilities, and other
complimentary uses normally associated with golf course activity.
Graveyard means a Cemetery, as herein defined, that is located beside a church.
Group Home means a residence licensed or funded under a federal or provincial statute
for the accommodation of three (3) to ten (10) persons, exclusive of staff, living under
supervision in a single housekeeping unit 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 Space means any room/area within a structure used or intended to be used
for human occupancy.
Hazardous Site means property or lands that could be unsafe for development and site
alteration due to naturally occurring hazards. These may include but are not limited to
unstable soils (sensitive marine clays [Leda], organic soils) or unstable bedrock (karst
topography), which may not contain sufficient strength to support a building or structure.
Height means the vertical distance of a building between the established grade (See
Figure D-8 below) and:
1.
The highest point of the roof surface or the parapet, whichever is the greater of a
flat roof; or
2.
The deck line of a mansard roof; or
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3.
The mean level between eaves and ridge of a gabled, hip, gambrel or other type
of pitched roof; or
4.
The highest point of a roof in which one side of the roof is parallel to the main
wall; or
5.
The highest point of the roof in the case of a fabric covered (domed) structure.
Figure D-8 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part
of the definition.
Helipad means a landing area or platform for helicopters and powered lift aircraft, or as
otherwise defined by the Government of Canada - Aeronautics Act.
Heliport means an area of land, water, or structure used or intended to be used for the
landing and takeoff of helicopters and includes its buildings and facilities (if any), or any
other uses as defined by the Government of Canada. Designated heliports typically
contain one or more touchdown and liftoff area and may also have limited facilities such
as fuel or hangars; customs facilities may also be available.
Hereafter means after the date of the passing of this By-law.
Herein means in this By-law and shall not be limited to any particular Section of this
By-law.
High Water Mark means the mark made by the action of water under natural conditions
on the shore or bank of a body of water, which action has been so common and usual
and so long continued that it has created a difference between the character of vegetation
or soil on one side of the mark and the character of the vegetation or soil on the other
side of the mark.
Hobby Farm means the small scale keeping, breeding, raising and grazing of livestock
and/or poultry, other than domestic pets, for the personal use of the household operating
the hobby farm and excludes an agricultural use as herein defined.
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Holding Tank means a closed, water-tight receptacle that is designed and used to
receive and store sewage or septic tank effluent, and does not discharge waste water.
Holding Zone means a Zone established under the enabling authority of the Planning
Act where uses may be permitted subject to meeting certain conditions.
Home Based Business means a privately-operated legal occupation, enterprise or
business which is carried out as a use clearly accessory to a dwelling unit for pursuits
conducted by the occupant thereof and any employees and is compatible with a domestic
household.
Hotel means a building designed or used for the accommodation of the travelling or
vacationing public, containing therein three (3) or more accommodation units served by
a common building entrance. Accessory uses may include accommodation for permanent
staff and one (1) or more beverage rooms, dining rooms, meeting rooms, or similar uses.
Industrial Use:
Class I Industry - Light Industrial Uses means a place of business for a small scale,
self-contained plant or building which produces/stores a product which is contained in a
package and has low probability of fugitive emissions. Outputs are infrequent and could
be point source or fugitive emissions for any of the following: noise, odour, dust and/or
vibration. There are daytime operations only, with infrequent movement of products
and/or heavy trucks and no outside storage. See MOECC guideline six (6) for
classification criteria and examples to categorize a specific industry.
Class II Industry - Medium Industrial Uses means a place of business for medium scale
processing and manufacturing with outdoor storage of wastes or materials and/or there
are periodic outputs of minor annoyance. There are occasional outputs of either point
source or fugitive emissions for any of the following: noise, odour, dust and/or vibration,
and low probability of fugitive emissions. Shift operations are permitted and there is
frequent movement of products and/or heavy trucks during daytime hours. See MOECC
guideline six (6) for classification criteria and examples to categorize a specific industry.
Class III - Heavy Industrial Uses means a place of business for large scale
manufacturing or processing, characterized by: large physical size, outside storage of raw
and finished products, large production volumes and continuous movement of products
and employees during daily shift operations. It has frequent outputs of major annoyance
and there is high probability of fugitive emissions. See MOECC guideline six (6) for
classification criteria and examples to categorize a specific industry.
Intermittent Stream means a body of water through which water flows or is present during
some parts of the year but not others, and includes a stream used for drainage, a swale
and a seasonal wetland.
Kennel means a premise, building or structure where dogs, cats or other similar domestic
animals are kept, and intended for commercial purposes such as breeding, boarding,
training or sale. Dogs kept as household pets, for livestock herding (where agricultural
uses are permitted), and for hunting and working service dogs/police dogs shall not be
classed as a kennel.
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Kitchen means a room or part of a room used for cooking and food preparation in a
dwelling or in a commercial establishment.
Lake Trout Lake means any lake that is deep enough and cold enough to support lake
trout, and which contains a lake trout population.
Laundromat means a building or structure where laundry machines are made available
to the public for the purpose of laundry cleaning.
Live/Work Unit means a small-scale development which is specifically designed to
include both commercial/business floor space and residential space for the principal
residence of the business operator. Live/work units may be established through the
conversion of an existing space or through new construction.
Livestock Facility means all livestock barns capable of housing livestock and manure
storages on a lot, as well as all unoccupied livestock barns and unused manure storages
on a lot.
Livestock Sales Outlet means a building or structure where livestock such as cattle,
goats, sheep, horses or the young thereof are bought and sold.
Live-Aboard means a vessel that is used as a dwelling unit or any form of
accommodation or human habitation, and is used for navigation or as a navigable craft.
Loading Space means a space or bay located on a lot or within a building which is used
or intended to be used for the temporary parking of any motor vehicle while loading or
unloading goods, merchandise, or materials in connection with the use of the lot or any
building thereon, and which has unobstructed access not necessarily in a straight line to
a street.
Loft-Above-a-Garage means an accessory residential use on a waterfront lot, contained
within that portion of a detached garage located on the upper storey of the garage in
which sleeping and sanitary facilities are located, but which shall not contain a kitchen.
Lot means a parcel of land which is capable of being legally conveyed in accordance with
the Planning Act.
Lot Area means the total horizontal area measured within the limits of the lot lines of the
lot.
Lot - Corner means a lot situated at an intersection of two (2) or more streets, or at the
intersection of two (2) parts of the same street which have an interior angle or intersection
of not more than one hundred and thirty-five (135) degrees. Where such street lines are
curved, the angle of the intersection of the street lines shall be deemed to be the angle
formed by the intersection of the tangents to the street lines, drawn through the
extremities of the side lot lines. In the latter case, the corner of the lot shall be deemed
to be that point on the street line nearest to the point of intersection of the said tangents.
(See Figure D-10 and D-11 below).
Lot Coverage means the percentage of the lot area covered by the footprint of all
buildings and structures, including without limitation decks and viewing platforms located
on the lot.
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Lot Depth means the horizontal distance between the front and rear lot lines. If the front
and rear lot lines are not parallel, "lot depth" means the length of a straight line joining the
middle of the front lot line with the middle of the rear lot line. If there is no rear lot line, "lot
depth" means 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.
Lot Frontage means a continuous horizontal distance between the side lot lines measured
along the front lot line. Where the side lot lines are not parallel, it shall be the width of a lot
measured between the intersections of the side lot lines with a line 7.5 metres back from
and parallel or concentric to the front lot line.
Lot - Interior means a lot other than a corner or a through lot which is situated between
adjacent lots and has frontage on a public street or private lane. (See Figure D-10 and
D-11 below).
Lot Line means a boundary line of a lot.
Lot Line - Exterior Side means a lot line located between the front and rear lot lines and
dividing the lot from a street. (See Figure D-10 and D-11 below).
Lot Line - Front means:
(a)
In the case of an interior lot with no frontage on a water body, the line dividing the
lot from the street line, street allowance, or private lane or registered right of way;
(b)
In the case of a lot with frontage on a public street, private lane or registered right-
of-way and on a water body, the front lot line shall be measured on the water side
only;
(c)
In the case of a corner lot, the shorter lot line abutting a side which provides
ingress or egress from the street shall be deemed to be the front lot line;
(d)
In the case of a corner lot with two (2) street lines of equal lengths, the lot line that
abuts the wider street, or abuts a Provincial highway shall be deemed to be in the
front line, and in the case of both streets being under the same jurisdiction and of
the same width, the lot line where the principal access to the lot is provided shall
be deemed to be the front lot line;
(e)
In the case of a lot with water access only, the front lot line shall be on the water
side. In the case of a through waterfront lot with water access only, the longest
shoreline shall be deemed to be the front lot line;
(f)
In the case of a corner lot abutting a 0.3 metres reserve or other reserve, the lot
line so abutting the reserve shall be deemed an exterior lot line and the other lot
line abutting the street shall be deemed to be the front lot line;
(g)
In all other cases not described above, the front lot line shall be deemed to be
where the principal access to the lot is approved. (See Figure D-10 and D-11
below).
Lot Line - Rear means the lot line furthest from, and opposite to, the front lot line. (See
Figure D-9 and D-10 below).
Lot Line - Interior Side means a lot line other than a front, rear or side exterior lot line.
(See Figure D-9 and D-10 below).
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Lot of Record means an existing, legally created and legally conveyable parcel of land,
including a lot in a plan of subdivision, a lot created by consent, and/or any other distinct
and separate holding, the deed to which is registered in the Land Registry Office. For
further clarification, a lot of record is deemed to be a lot that meets the above criteria and
existed as of May 19, 2017.
Lot - Through means a lot having a frontage on two (2) parallel or approximately parallel
streets or frontage on a water body on both sides. (See Figure D-9 and D-10 below).
Figure D-9 and D-10 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not
form part of the definition.
Lot - Waterfront means a lot abutting a water body or abutting a shore road allowance.
Lot - Width means the average horizontal dimension between the two longest opposite
sides.
Lumber Yard means lands, buildings and structures where the primary use is the storage
of construction grade wood and building supplies for retail or wholesale sale.
Main Building means the building designed or used for the principal use on the lot. This
definition shall include main use.
Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment means land, buildings and/or
structures used to collect, manufacture, and/or store maple syrup products produced on
the property where such use is established. This shall also include the retail sales of
maple syrup products but shall not include a restaurant.
Marina means a lot, building, and/or structure with or without docking facilities where
boats and boat accessories are berthed, constructed, stored, serviced, repaired or kept
for sale or rent and may include the facilities for the sale of marine fuels, marine
equipment, lubricants, bait as well as the sale of foods, provisions or supplies as an
accessory use.
Marine Storage Shed means a non-habitable, single storey structure and is located
within the water body setback.
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Market means a commercial market located either outside or within a structure composed
of a series of individual retailer's booths or tables where sundry, new or second-hand
articles, fresh produce or preserves are offered for sale.
Micro-Brewery means a building used for the making of beer, cider or spirits on a small
scale and may include tasting and dining facilities and the retail sale of related items.
Mine Hazard means any feature of a mine as defined under the Mining Act or any related
disturbance of the ground that has not been rehabilitated.
Mineral Aggregate Operation means an operation under license or permit, other than
for wayside pits and quarries, issued in accordance with the Aggregate Resources Act,
or successors thereto and the associated facilities used in extraction, transport,
beneficiation, processing or recycling of mineral aggregate resources and derived
products such as asphalt and concrete, or the production of secondary related products.
Mineral Aggregate Resource means gravel, sand, clay, earth, shale, stone, limestone,
dolostone, sandstone, marble, granite, rock or other material prescribed under the
Aggregate Resources Act suitable for construction, industrial, manufacturing and
maintenance purposes but does not include metallic ores, asbestos, graphite, kyanite,
mica, nepheline syenite, salt, talc, wollastonite, mine tailings or other material prescribed
under the Mining Act.
Mineral Deposits means areas of identified minerals that have sufficient quantity and
quality based on specific geological evidence to warrant present and future extraction, as
determined by the Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines.
Mineral Mining Operation means a mining operation and associated facilities, or, a past
producing mine with remaining mineral development potential that has not been
permanently rehabilitated to another use.
Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) means formulae and guidelines developed by the
Province, as amended from time to time, to separate uses so as to reduce incompatibility
concerns about odour from livestock facilities.
Mining Exploration and Prospecting means the search for materials in the earth's crust
that appear in high enough concentrations and amounts to be extracted and processed
for profit.
Mobile Home Site means an area located in a mobile home park, intended to be or
occupied by a mobile home plus permitted accessory buildings and structures.
Mobile Home Park means land which has been provided and designed for the location
thereon of three (3) or more occupied mobile homes and may also include such buildings
and structures as are necessary for the operation and maintenance of a mobile home
park including administrative office, laundromat, and other complimentary uses normally
associated with mobile home park activities.
Mobile Home Yard means a line analogous to a front yard, rear yard, interior or exterior
side yard applied to a mobile home on a mobile home site.
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Motel means a building or buildings designed or used for the accommodation of the
traveling or vacationing public, containing therein three (3) or more accommodation units,
each accommodation unit having a separate entrance directly from outside and may
include an accessory eating establishment, and an accessory dwelling unit for the
owner/operator.
Motor Vehicle means an automobile, motorcycle, motor-assisted bicycle and any other
vehicle propelled or driven other than by muscular power. Not included are the cars of
electric or steam railways or other motor vehicles running only upon rails; motorized snow
vehicles; traction engines; farm tractors; power-assisted bikes; or road-building
machines.
Narrow Water Body Channel means any water body where the perpendicular distance
from shoreline to shoreline is 200 metres or less.
Natural Heritage Features and Areas means features and areas, including significant
wetlands, fish habitat, significant woodlands, significant valleylands, significant habitat of
endangered and threatened species; significant wildlife habitat and significant areas of
natural and scientific interest, which are important for their environmental and social
values as a legacy of the natural landscapes of an area.
Natural Vegetation Buffer means a natural area extending perpendicular from the high-
water mark of a water body and encompassing the area between the side lot lines, which
is used to buffer buildings and structures on a lot from an abutting water body or wetland.
Negative Impact means:
1.
In regard to individual on-site sewage services and individual on-site water
services or partial services, the degradation of the quality and quantity of drinking
water, sensitive surface water features and sensitive ground water features, and
their related hydrologic functions, due to single, multiple or successive
development;
2.
In regard to water, the degradation of the quality and quantity of drinking water,
sensitive surface water features and sensitive ground water features, and their
related hydrologic functions, due to single, multiple or successive development
or site alteration activities;
3.
In regard to fish habitat, any permanent alteration to, or destruction of fish habitat,
except where, in conjunction with the appropriate authorities, it has been
authorized under the Fisheries Act and;
4.
In regard to other natural heritage features and areas, degradation that threatens
the health and integrity of the natural features or ecological functions for which
an area is identified due to single, multiple or successive development or site
alteration activities.
Non-Complying means any building, structure or lot legally existing prior to the passing
of this By-law which does not comply with the zone requirements and standards of this
By-law.
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Non-Conforming means any use of a building, structure or lot legally existing prior to
the passing of this By-law, and which does not conform with the permitted use provisions
of the Zone in this By-law in which the use, building, structure or lot is located.
Non-motorized Boat means a watercraft not equipped with, powered or modified to be
powered by a motor (e.g., canoe, kayak, paddle boat or stand-up paddle board).
Nutrient Unit means a measure of the number of livestock housed on a farm unit,
calculated as the number of animals that will give the fertilizer replacement value of the
lower of 43 kilograms of nitrogen or 55 kilograms of phosphate per year as nutrients.
Obnoxious Uses means any use which is a nuisance to the occupant or owner of any
neighbouring lands or buildings by reason of the emission from the neighbouring land or
building or any part thereof, or the creation thereon, of odours, gases, dirt, radiation,
smoke, noise, vibration, fumes, cinders, soot, waste or water carried waste, or depositing
or leaving unsightly objects or chattels thereon. (Note: This definition is not intended to
limit the normal use or enjoyment of a property. Uses or activities which create or have
the potential to create a public health or safety concern may be considered to be
obnoxious, i.e. the burning of toxic waste materials in an outdoor furnace).
Office means a building or structure or part thereof used or intended to be used in the
performance and transaction of business including administrative, clerical and
professional services and activities but shall not include the manufacturing or any product.
Official Plan means the Official Plan of the Township of North Frontenac, including
the text and associated schedules, which is approved by Council and provides the
municipality's objectives and policies that guide the physical development of all
lands within the Township.
On-site Processing and Smelting means the preparation of mineral concentrates and
extraction of metal from its ore by a smelting (pyrometallurgical) or hydrometallurgical
processes.
Open Space means the open, unobstructed space on a lot including landscaped areas,
pedestrian walkways, patios, pools or similar areas but not including any driveway, ramp,
parking spaces or aisles, loading spaces or manoeuvring areas and similar areas. An
Open Space may include a combination of trees, shrubs, flowers, grass or other
horticultural elements, together with decorative stonework, paving, screening or other
architectural elements, all of which is designed to enhance the visual amenity of a
property.
Organic Soils means soils normally formed in a water saturated environment (e.g.
wetland) where the soil is not exposed to the air for a sufficient enough time to permit the
breakdown of vegetative material. As a result, these soils may not contain sufficient
strength to support a building or structure.
Outdoor Display means an area set aside outside of a commercial building or structure,
other than a parking area or parking space, for the storage and display of goods and
merchandise.
Outhouse - see Privy
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Park means an area of land, whether enclosed or not, maintained by the Township or
other public authority for the enjoyment, health and well-being of people and open to the
public with or without charge and, for the purposes of this definition, includes a
Conservation Area.
Parking Area means a lot or portion thereof required in accordance with the provisions of
this By-law for the temporary storage or parking of motor vehicles accessory or incidental
to uses in all Zones.
Parking Lot - Commercial means a lot or portion thereof used for profit for the temporary
storage or parking of four (4) or more commercial vehicles which are for hire and gain but
does not include the sale of new or used motor vehicles or the storing of impounded or
wrecked motor vehicles.
Parking Space means an area used for the temporary parking of one motor vehicle within
a parking area and includes accessible spaces.
Person means an individual, an association, a chartered organization, a firm, a
partnership, a corporation, an agent or trustee and the heirs, executors or other legal
representatives of a person to whom the context can apply according to law.
Personal Service Establishment means an establishment wherein a personal service
is performed. This definition may include a barber shop, beauty salon, shoe repair,
photography store, a dry-cleaning distribution station or other similar uses but excludes
any manufacturing or fabrication of goods for sale.
Pet Grooming means an occupation, enterprise or business providing hygienic care and
cleaning of pets as well as a process by which the pet's physical appearance is enhanced.
Pit means land or land under water from which unconsolidated aggregate such as soil,
earth, clay, marl, sand, or gravel is being or has been excavated in order to supply
material for construction, manufacturing or industrial purposes but shall not include
rehabilitated land or an excavation incidental to the erection of a building or a structure
for which a building permit has been granted by the Township, or an excavation
incidental to the construction of any public works. This definition includes all accessory
activities which are normally associated with the operation of a pit such as crushing,
screening, processing, washing, storage, weighing and includes a wayside pit, and may
include an accessory dwelling.
Place of Amusement means an establishment wherein amusement equipment, rides,
devices or other facilities or experiences are provided to provide enjoyment, including
without limitation a video arcade or arcade, billiard or pool room, pinball machines and
video games, trampoline facility, mini golf course, and skateboard park, but does not
include an adult entertainment parlour, casino or bingo hall.
Place of Assembly means a building specifically set aside for and primarily engaged in
the operation of arts and craft shows, trade fairs, fashion show, public meetings,
banquets, conference meetings and similar activities (e.g., assembly halls, auditorium,
convention facilities).
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Place of Worship means lands or buildings dedicated to religious worship by an
association of persons that is charitable under the laws of the Province of Ontario or the
Federal Government, organized for the advancement of religion and for the conduct of
religious worship, service or rites, and permanently established as to the continuity of its
existence, and may include accessory uses such as a dwelling for the caretaker or head
of congregation, and other complimentary uses normally associated with a place of
worship. This definition also includes a church and a graveyard.
Pod means a portable, self-sufficient structure used for temporary accommodation and
usually constructed on a solid foundation structure and shell.
Porch means a roofed structure which is structurally dependent upon and projecting from
a dwelling with walls that are open or screened-in, which is used only as an outdoor un-
winterized living area but does not include a deck as defined. This definition includes
verandah.
Principal Storage Unit means a storage building or structure located on a rural
residential lot.
Printing and Publishing Establishment means a building or part thereof used primarily
for printing, regardless of the method, and publishing of newspapers, periodicals, books,
maps and similar publications and also includes the sale and servicing of printing and
duplicating equipment.
Private Lane means a road under private ownership, which serves two (2) or more
legally conveyable lots and may include a right-of-way registered on title. (A driveway,
by contrast, provides access to only one (1) property or legally conveyable lot, despite
the length of the driveway. A driveway also includes a shared driveway between two (2)
abutting properties).
Privy means a latrine consisting of an excavation in the ground or a removable receptacle
for human waste, surmounted by a superstructure and meets the criteria of a Class 1
Sewage System under the Ontario Building Code.
Public Authority means the Township of North Frontenac and any Boards, Committees
or Commissions thereof and any Ministry or Department of the Governments of Ontario
or Canada, County of Frontenac or other similarly recognized public utility or agencies
established or exercising any power or authority under any special or general statute.
Public Service Use means a building, structure or lot used for public services by any
public authority, any telephone, communications or railway company, any company
supplying natural gas, Ontario Power Generation, Hydro One Networks Inc., any
Conservation Authority, Public Utilities Company or similarly recognized agencies. This
definition shall include an ambulance facility, fire station, institutional service use, police
station, public boat launch and municipal office.
Public Street means an opened and maintained thoroughfare under the jurisdiction of
the Township, the Province of Ontario, or the Government of Canada, which affords the
principal means of access to abutting properties and which has been dedicated to and
assumed by a Public Authority. This definition includes highways, roads, rights-of-way
and road allowances, but excludes a private lane and a private right-of-way.
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Public Utility means a water works or water supply system, sewage works, electrical
power or energy generating transmission or distribution system, street lighting system,
natural or artificial gas works or supply system, a transportation system or a telephone
system, scientific research system, and includes any lands, buildings, or equipment
required for the administration or operation of any such system and which is operated by
a Public Authority or a publicly governed company.
Pumphouse means a small structure which houses the equipment used to pump surface
water.
Quarry means land or land under water from which consolidated rock or mineral is being
or has been excavated in order to supply material for construction, manufacturing or
industrial purposes but shall not include rehabilitated land or an excavation incidental to
the erection of a building or a structure for which a building permit has been granted by
the Township, or an excavation incidental to the construction of any public works. This
definition includes all accessory activities which are normally associated with the
operation of a pit such as a crushing, screening, processing, washing, storage, weighing
and includes a wayside quarry.
Recreational Vehicle means any contrivance so constructed that is suitable for being
attached to a motor vehicle for the purposes of being drawn or is propelled by the motor
vehicle or self-propelled. A Recreational Vehicle includes a travel trailer, motor home, or
camper but does not include a Park Model Trailer, Tiny Home or Tent Trailer.
Recreational Vehicle Sales and Storage means a building, structure and/or lot which
is used for the display, storage, maintenance and repair and/or sale of recreational
vehicles or recreational equipment.
Recycling Depot or Transfer Station means a waste management facility which serves
as a temporary storage site for waste and recyclable materials such as glass, paper,
cardboard, plastic, metal and other similar products which will be transferred to another
location for reuse or transport. This definition does not include any other type of waste
management system.
Redevelopment means the alteration of a developed lot or structure and may include
the removal or rehabilitation of buildings or structures and the construction,
reconstruction renovation or alteration of buildings or structures.
Refreshment Vehicle means any vehicle, trailer, cart or other structure not placed on a
permanent foundation which is equipped for cartage, storage and the preparation of food
stuffs, beverages, confections and such items are offered directly for consumption to the
general public; including a chip wagon, an ice cream truck, a mobile canteen and other
refreshment vehicles.
Renovate means to strengthen, improve, repair, retrofit or restore to a better state any
aspect of an existing building.
Residential Use means the use of land, buildings or structures for human habitation.
Restaurant means a commercial building or structure where the principal business is the
preparation and serving of food and refreshments to the public for immediate
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consumption within the establishment or on an abutting terrace or patio, and which may
include home delivery, catering or food pick-up/take-out services.
Retail Store means a commercial building or part thereof wherein goods wares,
merchandise, substances or articles are offered for sale to the general public and may
include the limited storage and display of goods, wares, merchandise, substances or
articles, and shall not include any other use defined herein.
Rural Co-operative Use means a use of land, buildings and structures for a single
planned development on property which is owned in common through an incorporated
co-operative, non-profit organization or land trust, where the ownership and responsibility
for the maintenance of all land uses, buildings, structures and services and general
management rests with the members.
Salvage Yard means an establishment where motor vehicles, metal, machinery or parts
thereof, goods, wares, merchandise, articles or things are kept, repaired, processed or
dismantled wholly or partly in the open, for further use and offered for sale.
Satellite Dish means a structure designed and used for the reception of signals relayed
back to earth from a communications satellite.
Sauna means an accessory building or structure wherein facilities are provided for the
purpose of a steam bath.
Saw Mill or Planing Mill means a building, structure or use where timber is cut or sawn,
either to finished lumber or as an intermediary step.
School - Private means an educational establishment wherein teaching or instruction is
offered for gain in such fields as academics, dancing, music, art, sports, business or trade,
and any other such specialized school conducted for gain. A Private School may be an
elementary, secondary or adult school.
School - Public means an educational establishment under the jurisdiction of a Board
as defined in the Education Act.
Seasonal means activities, uses, buildings, structures and facilities operated, maintained
and used during part of the year only.
Seating Capacity means the number of persons which can be accommodated in a
building or structure or part thereof in a seated position on chairs, benches, forms or pews
as determined by the Ontario Building Code.
Self-Storage Facility means a commercial building or part of a building wherein items
are stored in separate, secured storage areas or lockers which are generally accessible
by means of individual loading doors.
Sensitive Land Use means a land use or outdoor spaces where routine or normal
activities occurring at reasonably expected times would experience one (1) or more
adverse effects from contaminant discharges generated by nearby facilities and includes,
but is not limited to, a residential use (including a dwelling), a day nursery, an educational
or health facility (e.g. school, hospital). A sensitive land use may be a part of the natural
or built environment.
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Service Outlet means a building or part thereof whether in conjunction with a retail store
or not, used for the repair or servicing of goods, commodities, articles or materials, but
not the manufacturing thereof but does not include automotive repairs and services.
Setback means:
(a)
With reference to a road, street or private lane the least horizontal distance
between the building lot line and the nearest part of the building or structure;
(b)
With reference to a water body, the least horizontal distance between the high-
water mark of the water body and the nearest building line;
(c)
With reference to a building, structure or land use and not applicable under
paragraph (a) or (b), the least horizontal distance from the building, structure or
land use in question to an applicable lot line;
(d)
With reference to a private lane, the least horizontal distance between the
shoulder of the travelled portion of the private lane and any building or structure,
or the limit of the private lane as shown and measured on a survey, whichever is
greater.
Sewage Systems
(a)
Communal Services means sewage works and sewage systems that provide
for the distribution, collection or treatment of sewage or water and which:
i)
Are not connected to full municipal sewage services;
ii) Are for the common use of more than five (5) residential units/lots; and
iii) Are owned, operated, and managed by a Municipality or, another public
body; or a condominium corporation or single owner which has entered
into an agreement with the Township or public body, pursuant to Section
51 of the Planning Act, providing for Municipal/public body assumption of
the communal services in the event of default by the owner.
(b) Individual On-Site Systems means individual, autonomous sewage systems that
are owned, operated and managed by the owner of the property upon which the
system is located, and which do not serve more than five (5) residential units/lots
but does not include a privy.
(c)
Partial Services means connection to one communal service where the other
connection will be to an individual on-site system.
Shipping Container means a container with strength suitable to withstand shipment,
storage, and handling. Shipping containers include large reusable steel boxes used for
intermodal shipments. This definition also includes sea cans.
Shooting Range or Gun Club means land, buildings, structures or premises used for
recreational and/or commercial target practice, skeet shooting, gun or hunter safety
instruction and is operated by a club, organization, or individual. This definition also
includes a gun club.
Sight Triangle means a triangular space, free of buildings, structures and obstructions,
formed by the street lines abutting a corner lot and a third line drawn from a point on a
street line to another point on a street line, each such point being the required sight
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distance from the point of intersection of the street lines as specified in this By-law. (See
Figure D-11 below).
Figure D-11 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part
of the definition.
Sign means any writing, letter work or numeral, any pictorial representation, illustration,
drawing, image or decoration, any emblem, logo, symbol or trademark or any device with
similar characteristics which:
(a)
Is a structure, or part of a structure, or which is attached thereto or mounted
thereon, or is free-standing; and
(b)
Which is used to advertise, inform, announce, claim, give publicity or attract
attention.
Silo means an agricultural building which is used for the storage of agricultural products,
grain, and feed for farm animals or similar substances.
Skateboard Park means a building or structure or part thereof or an area of land occupied
by structures used in skateboarding, roller skating, roller blading, BMX riding or other
similar activities, such structures including ramps, half-pipes, rails, etc. A skateboard park
may be part of a park.
Sleep Cabin means a single storey accessory building or structure located on the same
lot as the principal building or structure, the accessory use being for sleeping
accommodation on an occasional basis. A sleep cabin may include sanitary facilities.
Solar Collector means a device consisting of photovoltaic panels that collect solar power
or panels to produce solar heat from the sun. A solar collector may be attached to a
building or structure or erected on a post(s).
Solar Panel - Ground Mounted means a panel designed to absorb the sun's rays as a
source of energy for generating electricity or heating mounted directly to the ground either
by a single vertical post or by structural legs.
Solar Panel - Roof/Wall Mounted means a panel or panels designed to absorb the sun's
rays as a source of energy for generating electricity or heating directly installed on a
rooftop.
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Sporting Establishment means an establishment, premises, or building where any
recreational, social or cultural uses are operated on lands in private ownership, such as
health clubs, open or enclosed skating or curling rinks, open or enclosed pools, open or
enclosed badminton or tennis courts, squash courts, bowling alleys, gymnasia, band shell
or open theatre, tree-top trekking, zip-lining, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, hiking
trails, and other similar uses.
Storage Shed means an accessory structure designed for the storage of goods incidental
to a residential use.
Storage Compound means a secure enclosed area providing storage protection for
large items, such as automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, boats, etc. and may be
covered or open.
Storey means that portion of a building other than a cellar or basement included between
the surface of any floor and the surface of the floor, roof deck, ceiling or roof immediately
above it.
Street Allowance shall have a corresponding meaning to that of Public Street or Private
Lane.
Street Line means the limit of the road or street allowance and is the dividing line between
a lot and a Public Street or Private Lane.
Structure means anything constructed or erected, either temporary or permanent, the
use of which requires location on the ground or attached to something located on the
ground or on or in water and shall for the purposes of this definition, include a recreational
vehicle (for setback purposes only), a sewage disposal system (for setback purposes
only) a swimming pool whether in-ground or above-ground, a viewing platform, a shed,
or a pumphouse, but excludes a fence.
Studio means a building or part thereof used as the workplace for such crafts as a
photographer, artist, cabinet maker, jewellery crafter or comparable artist or craftsperson
where unique or custom-made articles or goods are fabricated or created and may be
offered for sale but does not include any industrial use. This definition may also include
the instruction of art, music, languages or similar disciplines.
Support Infrastructure includes, plant water supply, and on-site plant waste disposal
facilities, hydro-electric power facilities, natural gas facilities and internal roads.
Swimming Pool means an in-ground or above-ground open or covered outdoor pool
used for swimming, wading, diving or recreational bathing which is at least 0.6 metres in
depth and may include a hot tub or whirlpool.
Tourist Cabin means a rental cottage, cabin or pod in which accommodation is provided
on a short term or temporary basis to guests at a tourist establishment, and may include
kitchen and washroom facilities.
Tourist Establishment means any parcel of land which is used to provide temporary
accommodation for the public or members of an organization in tents, trailers, tourist
cabins, tourist trailers or recreational vehicles. This definition also includes a campground
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and a lodge, and may include common buildings for dining, showers and washroom
facilities.
Township means the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac.
Tradesperson's Establishment means a building or part of a building where
mechanical, electrical, structural, plumbing or similar contractors conduct their
businesses, whether in conjunction with a retail store or not, and may include offices,
display areas and storage areas, but shall not include open storage.
Transportation Depot means land, or a structure or a building where commercial
vehicles are kept for hire, rental and/or lease, or stored and/or parked for remuneration
and/or from which such motor vehicles are dispatched for hire as common carriers and
where such land, structure or building may be used for the storage and/or distribution of
goods, wares, and merchandise.
Use means the purpose for which a lot or a building or a structure or any combination
thereof is designed, arranged, occupied or maintained. All uses shall be in conformity with
the general intent and policies of the land use designations of the Official Plan and the
Zoning By-law.
Vehicle Sales Establishment means a building and/or lot used primarily for the display,
storage and sale of new and/or used motor vehicles and associated equipment and may
include maintenance, repair and the sale of accessories and related products and the
leasing or renting of motor vehicles.
Vessel means a boat, ship or craft designed, used or capable of being used solely or
partly for navigation in, on, through, or immediately above water, without regards to
method or lack of propulsion, and includes a vessel under construction.
Veterinary Establishment means a building or part of a building in which facilities are
provided by a qualified veterinarian for the prevention, cure and alleviation of disease and
or injury to animals, in conjunction with which there may be facilities provided for the
sheltering of animals during the treatment period but does not include a kennel as defined
in the Township's Animal Control By-law.
Viewing Platform means a freestanding deck or area constructed out of permeable
material including interlocking concrete pavers, plastic or concrete grid systems, decking
or material deemed satisfactory to the Township, with no roof and unenclosed sides but
may have a guard and spindle system if required, and is constructed and located entirely
on land.
Warehouse means a building or structure or portion thereof used or intended to be used
for the bulk storage of goods, merchandise, or material.
Waste Management Facility means a site which is licensed or approved by the Ministry
of the Environment, Conservation and Parks and/or its agents where garbage, refuse,
domestic or industrial waste, excluding radioactive or toxic chemical wastes is disposed
of or dumped. This definition shall include waste transfer stations and recycling depots,
compost sites, hauled sewage or sewage disposal sites and sewage lagoons. This
definition shall also include such buildings and structures as are necessary for the
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operation and maintenance of waste management facility, and other complimentary uses
normally associated with waste management facilities. This definition also includes Solid
Waste Disposal Site.
Water Access Lot means a lot that is accessed solely by a navigable water body.
Water Systems
(a) Communal Services means works, that provide for the distribution, collection
and/or treatment of water which:
i)
Are not connected to full municipal water services; and
ii)
Are for the common use of more than five (5) residential units/lots: and
iii)
Are owned, operated, and managed by a Municipality, or another Public
Body; or a condominium corporation or single owner which has entered
into an agreement with the Township or public body, pursuant to Section
51 of the Planning Act, providing for Municipal/public body assumption of
the communal services in the event of default by the owner.
(b) Individual On-Site Services means an individual, autonomous water supply that
is owned, operated, and managed by the owner of the property upon which the
system is located, and which does not serve more than five (5) residential
units/lots.
(c) Partial Services means connection to one communal service where the other
connection will be to an individual on-site system.
Waterfront Activity Area means an area along the waterfront of a residential or
commercial lot designed to be used for one or a combination of the following uses:
waterfront structures, leisure area and natural beach/swimming area.
Waterfront Structure means a non-habitable single storey building or structure including
a sauna or hot tub, a gazebo, a marine storage shed, a viewing platform or a similar
structure, built within the 30 metre setback from the high water mark of a waterfront lot,
but shall not include a boathouse/boat port or a dock.
Water Body means any bay, lake, river, natural watercourse or canal but excluding a
drainage or irrigation channel.
Water Frontage means the strip of land comprising part of a lot that directly abuts a water
body, or Shore Road Allowance. When used as an adjective, means a lot or lands that
has frontage on a water body or Shore Road Allowance.
Wayside Pit means land from which unconsolidated aggregate is removed by means of
open excavation for use in a public undertaking which is legally accessed via a public
street or private lane.
Wayside Quarry means a place from which consolidated aggregate is removed by
means of open excavation for use in a public undertaking which is legally accessed via a
public street or a private lane.
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Wellness Centre means a building or part thereof used by professional therapists,
doctors, chiropractors, drugless practitioners, professional trainers and nutritionists
trained in a range of disciplines such as massage therapy, physiotherapy, naturopathic
medicine, chiropractic, acupuncture, homeopathy, orthotics, health counselling and
personal training, and may include accessory uses such as administrative offices,
physical fitness rooms and waiting rooms, directly associated with the facility.
Wetland means lands that are seasonally or permanently covered by shallow water, as
well as lands where the water table is close to or at the surface. In either case the
presence of abundant water has caused the formation of hydric soils and has favoured
the dominance of either hydrophytes or water tolerant plants. The four (4) major types of
wetlands are swamps, marshes, bogs and fens. Lands being used for agricultural
purposes, that are periodically "soaked" or "wet", or which no longer exhibit wetland
characteristics are not considered to be wetlands for the purposes of this definition.
Wildlife Habitat means areas where plants, animals and other organisms live, and find
adequate amounts of food, water shelter and space needed to sustain their populations.
Specific wildlife habitats of concern may include areas where species concentrate at a
vulnerable point in their annual life cycle; and areas which are important to migratory or
non-migratory species.
Windmill/Wind Turbine shall mean any device used or designed to be used for the
production of electrical power where wind is the energy source, being a designated
structure under the Ontario Building Code if it has a rated output greater than 3kW.
Yard means the area between a building and a lot line that, except for landscaping or
accessory buildings, structures and uses and projections specifically permitted elsewhere
in this By-law, is unobstructed above grade. (See Figure D-12 below).
Yard, Front means the space extending across the full width of the lot between the front
lot line and the nearest part of any main building or structure for which such yard is
required. Where a lot has water frontage and uses, buildings, and structures located on
the lot that are oriented towards the water, the front yard shall be the space extending
across the full width of the lot between the high-water mark and the nearest part of any
main building or structure on the water side (whether separated by a shore road
allowance or not). (See Figure D-12 below).
Yard, Rear means a space extending across the full width of the lot between the rear
lot line and the nearest part of any main building or structure for which such a yard is
required. Where there is no rear lot line, the rear yard shall be measured from the
intersection of the side lot lines to the closest point of the main building. Where a lot has
water frontage and uses, buildings and structures located on the lot are oriented towards
the water, the rear yard shall be the space extending the full width of the lot between
the lot line opposite the shoreline and the nearest part of any main building or structure
for which such yard is required. (See Figure D-12 below).
Yard, Side means a space extending from the front yard to the rear yard between the
side lot line and the nearest part of any main building or structure for which such a yard
is required. (See Figure D-12 below).
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Yard, Side - Exterior means a side yard adjacent to a public street. (See Figure D-12
below).
Yard, Side - Interior means a side yard other than an exterior side yard. (See Figure D-
12 below).
Figure D-12 - this drawing is for illustration purposes only and does not form part
of the definition.
Yurt means a circular domed structure that is portable and self-sufficient, usually
consisting of a wooden frame covered by felt or canvas.
Zone means a designated area of land use designated on the Schedule attached hereto.
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Part 3 - General Provisions
Explanatory Note
The General Provisions Section of the By-law provides the regulations which apply to all
properties regardless of the specific zoning (Section 4). Whereas the zones provide site
specific controls corresponding to such items as permitted uses and locational
restrictions, the General Provisions provide regulations more general in nature, applying
to a variety of uses regardless of the Zone in which the uses are located. All lots and
uses of property must comply with both the general provisions as well as the specific
provisions applicable to the specific lot in Section 4.
All Notes included in this Section are intended for reference purposes only.
3.1 Accessory Buildings, Structures and Uses
3.1.1 General
Where this By-law provides that land may be used or a building or structure may be
erected or used for a purpose, that purpose shall include an accessory use, building, or
structure located and erected in accordance with the following provisions, unless
otherwise indicated in this By-law:
(a)
All accessory uses, buildings and structures to a permitted principal use shall be
located on the same lot as the principal use;
(b)
The use of any accessory building for human habitation is not permitted except
for uses set out in this Section or where specifically listed as a permitted use in
any Zone;
(c)
No accessory use, building or structure shall be erected closer to the front or
exterior side lot lines than the minimum yard setbacks required for the main
building, unless otherwise specified in this By-law. This provision shall not be
applicable to:
i)
Boathouses/boat ports, docks and waterfront structures which comply with
the provisions of Section 3.1.2;
ii) A partially enclosed shelter having a gross floor area less than 9.3 square
metres for use by students waiting for a school bus; or
iii) One farm produce outlet having a gross floor area of less than 9.3 square
metres;
(d)
Unless otherwise specified in this By-law, no accessory use, building or structure
shall be erected closer than 3 metres to any interior side, or rear lot line, or to any
private lane/right of way;
(e)
Any building or structure which is attached to the main building shall not be
considered an accessory building or structure (examples: garage, carport,
balcony, deck);
(f)
In the case of buildings and structures in a residential zone which are accessory
to a principal use, the combined lot coverage for all such accessory buildings and
structures shall not exceed five percent (5%) of the lot area;
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(g)
In the case of commercial and industrial Zones, the combined lot coverage of all
accessory buildings or structures shall not exceed five percent (5%) of the lot
area, unless otherwise specified in this By-law;
(h)
Buildings or structures which are accessory to a residential use shall not exceed
8 metres in height and shall not exceed two (2) storeys;
(i)
Buildings or structures which are accessory to a non-residential use shall not
exceed the maximum height provision of the Zone in which the use is located,
(j)
there shall be no height restriction on buildings and structures such as barns and
silos which are accessory to an agricultural use;
(k)
Except where specified otherwise, no accessory building shall be erected closer
than 3 metres to the main building and other accessory structures;
(l)
Common semi-detached garages or carports may be centred on the mutual side
lot line;
(m) Accessory uses, buildings and structures shall not be erected or established prior
to the erection or establishment of the main building or use, except where it is
necessary for the storage of tools and materials in connection with the
construction of the main use, building or structure and provided that there is a
limit of one structure and said structure does not exceed 14 square metres;
(n)
In the case of a water access property a detached garage or storage building may
be constructed on a mainland property provided the property is owned by the
owner of the water access property that it serves.
(o)
Unless otherwise specified in this By-law, no accessory use, building or structure
shall be erected closer than 7 metres to any Township Road.
3.1.2 Boathouses/Boat Ports, Docks, Waterfront Structures, Marine Storage
Sheds and Pumphouses
The area cleared to construct a waterfront structure shall not exceed the building
envelope of the structure and there shall be no undue cutting of natural vegetation or
erosion caused by the construction of the structure. Adequate protection for the abutting
water body shall be provided during and after construction, until such time as appropriate
vegetation is re-established.
A permit from the Conservation Authority may be required and therefore they should be
consulted prior to the construction of any dock, structure, or building in, or in proximity to
the shoreline. In addition, depending on the scale of the proposal, permission may also
be required from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, and/or the Department
of Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
(a)
Boathouses/Boat Ports
i)
The maximum gross area of a boathouse/boat port shall not exceed 47
square metres;
ii) A boathouse/boat port shall not exceed 4.5 metres in total height and is
limited to a single storey;
iii) A boathouse/boat port shall not be constructed closer than 3 metres from
the nearest adjacent side lot line where the lot abuts another property and
7 metres where the lot abuts an opened or unopened road allowance and
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shall not encroach on adjacent lot lines when the lot boundaries are
extended into the water. There is no front yard setback for a
boathouse/boat port;
iv) Boathouses/boat ports may project a maximum of 8 metres into the
waterfront.
v) Boathouses/boat ports shall not be permitted to include any plumbing, or
contain other accessory uses including a sauna.
vi) A maximum of one (1) Boathouse/Boat Port is permitted on each lot.
vii) The maximum height of boathouse/boat port is 4.5 metres.
(b)
Docks
i)
Docks shall be limited to floating, cantilevered or post dock construction;
ii) Land below the high-water mark shall not be permanently altered except
to accommodate the placement or use of docks as approved by the
authority having jurisdiction;
iii) The surface area of a dock shall not exceed 25 square metres in area
regardless of the shape of the dock. Any component of a dock located
above the high-water mark and designed to anchor the dock to the
waterfront shall be excluded from the calculation except where the dock is
constructed parallel to the shoreline, in which case the entire surface area
shall be included in the calculation;.
iv) A dock may extend to a maximum of 10 metres from the shoreline, and
may not be any wider than 4 metres along the shoreline itself;
v) A dock shall not be constructed closer than 3 metres from the nearest
adjacent side lot line where the lot abuts another property and 7 metres
where the lot abuts an opened or unopened road allowance and shall not
encroach on adjacent lot lines when the lot boundaries are extended into
the water. There is no front yard setback for a dock;
vi) Despite these dimensions, no dock shall be constructed which constitutes
a navigation or safety hazard;
vii) A viewing platform may be attached to the land side of a dock;
viii) Commercial docks for new and existing commercial uses may be subject
to Site Plan Control Approval.
A maximum of one (1) Dock is permitted on each lot that permits a residential
use as the principal use.
(c)
Waterfront Structures
i)
Waterfront structures which are unattached to a main building shall not
exceed a combined footprint of more than 20 square metres for all
structures within the 30metre setback from the high-water mark.
ii) Waterfront structures shall not be constructed closer than 3 metres from
the nearest adjacent side lot line where the lot abuts another property and
7 metres where the lot abuts an opened or unopened road allowance and
shall not encroach on adjacent lot.
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iii) All waterfront structures shall be setback a minimum of 15 metres from the
high-water mark with the following exceptions:
a. A viewing platform with an area not exceeding 13 square metres shall
be permitted with no waterbody setback;
b. A gazebo with an area not exceeding 13 square metres shall be
permitted with a minimum of 5 metres of waterbody setback;
c. A storage structure for non-motorized crafts with an area not exceeding
5 square metres shall be permitted with a minimum of 3 metres of
waterbody setback
(d)
Pump Houses
i)
No waterbody setback is required for a pump house;
ii) Maximum building footprint of a pump house is 1 square metre;
iii) Minimum side yard setback for a pump house shall be 3 metres;
ix) Maximum height shall be 3 metres.
(e) Marine Storage Shed
i)
A maximum of one (1) marine storage shed shall be permitted on each lot
ii) A marine storage shed shall not be permitted on a lot which a
boathouse/boat port is located.
iii) The maximum footprint of a marine storage shed shall be 15 square
metres.
iv) The maximum height of a marine storage shed shall be 3 metres, and
limited to a single storey.
v) A marine storage shed shall have a minimum waterbody setback of 15
metres.
vi) A marine storage shed is not permitted to have any habitable space.
3.1.3 Secondary Dwelling Unit
Where permitted as an accessory use, a secondary dwelling unit may be created provided
the following provisions are met:
(a)
A maximum of one (1) secondary dwelling unit per lot is permitted;
(b)
A secondary dwelling unit is only permitted on a lot with a minimum area of 0.4
hectares;
(c)
The secondary dwelling unit is located within a dwelling or in an accessory
building or structure on the same lot as the dwelling;
(d)
The minimum lot area conforms with the Zone in which the secondary dwelling is
located;
(e)
The secondary dwelling unit has a gross floor area not exceeding 45% of the
principal dwelling or 100 square metres, whichever is lesser;
(f)
When a secondary dwelling is located in an accessory building or structure, the
structure shall comply with all the provisions of this By-law that relate to accessory
buildings and structures;
(g)
The lot area conforms with the Zone in which the secondary dwelling is to be
located;
(h)
A secondary dwelling unit is not permitted within a boathouse/boat port;
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(i)
Access for the secondary dwelling unit shall be provided by an independent
entrance or through a common vestibule entrance shared, where the secondary
dwelling unit is located within the principal dwelling. If the access is provided at
the side or rear of the building, a minimum 1.2 metre-wide walkway shall be
provided from the front (street-facing façade) of the building to the side or rear
entrance;
(j)
A minimum of one (1) parking space shall be provided for the secondary dwelling
unit. The required parking for the secondary dwelling and primary dwelling is
permitted in a tandem arrangement;
(k)
A secondary dwelling unit shall only be permitted if it can be demonstrated that
there is an adequate supply of potable water, and adequate capacity for the
disposal of waste within the subsurface sewage disposal system;
(l)
A secondary dwelling unit shall be located outside of areas subject to natural
hazards; and
(m) On lands within 300 metres of the high-water mark of an at capacity lake,
secondary dwelling units are not permitted.
3.1.4 Sleep Cabin/Loft-Above-a-Garage
Where permitted as an accessory use, one (1) sleep cabin or one (1) loft-above-a-garage
shall be permitted per lot as an accessory use to a permitted residential dwelling on a
waterfront lot, for occasional use, subject to the following provisions:
(a)
A sleep cabin or loft-above-a-garage shall comply with the accessory building
provisions of the Zone in which it is located;
(b)
A sleep cabin or a loft-above-a-garage shall have a minimum footprint of 10
square metres and shall not exceed 19 square metres in footprint;
(c)
A sleep cabin or a loft-above-a-garage may be equipped with a toilet and sink
only, provided the associated sewage system is approved by the designated
septic approval authority and the sleep cabin or loft-above-a-garage is located
outside of the 30 metre waterbody setback. A sleep cabin/loft-above-a-garage
shall not have any kitchen facilities;
(d)
A sleep cabin or a loft-above-a-garage shall not be considered dwelling units.
(e)
A sleep cabin or a loft-above-a-garage shall not be located on a lot on which a
garden suite or secondary dwelling unit is constructed;
(f)
A sleep cabin or a loft-above-a-garage shall not be located within the 30 metre
setback from the high-water mark of a water body;
(g)
No loft-above-a-garage shall be permitted in a non-complying garage without
appropriate planning approvals from the Township;
(h)
On lands within 300 metres of the high-water mark on an at capacity lake, sleep
cabins and lofts-above-a-garage shall not be permitted.
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3.1.5 Sewage Systems
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law, all sewage systems shall be subject
to the following provisions:
(a) A Class 1 sewage system (privy) shall be setback a minimum of 15 metres from
the high-water mark of all waterbodies/ watercourses/ wetlands. This minimum
setback shall only apply where it is not possible to meet the 30 metre waterbody
setback.
(b) All sewage systems other than a Class 1 sewage system shall be setback a
minimum of 30 metres from the high-water mark of all wetlands/ waterbodies/
watercourses.
(c) All other setbacks for a sewage system shall be in accordance with the Ontario
Building Code.
(d) A sewage system is permitted to be located in the front yard where the front yard
is on a Township Road or private lane.
(e) A sewage system is permitted on a vacant lot, provided that the sewage system
meets all setback provisions of this zoning by-law, the provisions of the Ontario
Building Code, and has a permit issued by the designated septic approval
authority.
(f) An existing holding tank may be replaced in the same location with an increase in
footprint and/or volume, if required.
3.2 Auto Service Station, Gasoline Bar, Car Wash
Notwithstanding any other provisions contained in this By-law, for all Zones within which
an auto service station, gasoline bar, and/or car wash is permitted, the use shall comply
with the lot size and setback requirements of the Zone in which it is located.
(a)
Notwithstanding any other provisions in this By-law, the minimum distance
between any overhead canopy and any lot line shall be 5 metres; and
(b)
A buffer strip with a minimum width of 3 metres shall be provided along all of the
property lines.
3.3 Backyard Chickens
Please refer to the Township's Animal Control By-law, being a by-law to regulate
animals in the Township of North Frontenac, as amended
3.4 Bed and Breakfast
(a)
A Bed and Breakfast as herein defined shall be permitted as an accessory use to
any permitted single detached dwelling subject to the following requirements:
i)
The use of the dwelling as a Bed and Breakfast shall not change the
residential character of the property;
ii) A Bed and Breakfast shall only be permitted where listed as an accessory
use in the Zone in which the lands are located;
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iii) A Bed and Breakfast shall not be subject to the home-based business
requirements of Section 3.4 of this By-law;
iv) The requirements for the provision of off-street parking spaces shall be in
accordance with Sections 3.31 and 3.32of this By-law;
v) One (1) sign may be permitted to advertise the Bed and Breakfast that shall
not exceed 2 square metres in surface area and shall not be back-lit. The
permitted sign may be a freestanding sign in a front or side yard, or a rear
yard where the lot abuts a waterfront or may be attached to a wall of a
permitted building or structure. The sign may be illuminated by lights where
the illumination is directed directly onto the sign; and
vi) The Bed and Breakfast shall be operated by the owner or the lessee of the
single detached dwelling.
3.5 Buffer Strip
(a)
Where a lot is used for a primarily non-residential purpose in any Zone and the
side or rear lot line abuts a residential use and/or portion of a street, the opposite
side of which abuts a residential use, then a buffer strip along the abutting lot
line(s) in the case of the primarily non-residential use shall be provided and
maintained on the lot in accordance with the following provisions:
i)
Where a buffer strip is required, it shall have a minimum width of 3 metres
measured perpendicular to the lot line it abuts. The buffer strip shall only
be required to visually obscure the area of land actually used by the non-
residential use from the adjacent residential use;
ii) A buffer strip shall consist of a continuous, unpierced hedgerow of
evergreens or shrubs, not less than 1.2 metres high at maturity or a 1.2
metres high berm or privacy fence or combination thereof provided the
land is adequately obscured. The remainder of the strip shall be planted
with shrubs, flower beds, grass or a combination thereof; and
iii) In all cases where ingress and egress driveways or walks extend through
a buffer strip, it shall be permissible to interrupt the strip within 3 metres
of the edge of such driveway or within 1.5 metres of the edge of such
walk.
3.6 Buildings or Structures during Construction
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the use of land or the use or erection of a building
or structure or a scaffold or other equipment essential to the construction in progress
for which a building permit has been granted.
In addition, temporary accommodation for a business or other use which is intended to
occupy a building which is under construction with the work in progress on such building
may be temporarily permitted on the same lot in the form of a mobile, relocatable,
portable or transportable building provided:
(a)
Building permit approval is obtained pursuant to the matters contained herein;
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(b)
Such temporary accommodation is removed from the lot immediately upon
completion of construction, abandonment of construction or at such time as in
the opinion of the Township it is no longer required.
3.7 Buildings to be Moved
No building or structure shall be moved within the limits of the Township or shall be
moved from outside the Township into the Township unless the building or structure
and the use thereof is a permitted use and satisfies all the requirements of the zone in
which it is to be located.
3.8
Cannabis Production and Processing Facility
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law, any Cannabis Production and
Processing shall be subject to the following provisions:
(a)
No lands, building or structure or portion thereof used for Cannabis Production
and Processing purposes that is equipped with air treatment control may be
located closer to any Residential Zone or Commercial Zone than 70 metres;
(b)
No lands, building or structure or portion thereof used for Cannabis Production
and Processing purposes that is equipped with air treatment control may be
located closer to any dwelling, public school, private school, place of worship, or
day care nursery than 150 metres;
(c)
No lands, building or structure or portion thereof used for Cannabis Production
and Processing purposes that is not equipped with air treatment control may be
located closer to any dwelling, public school, private school, place of worship, or
day care nursery than 300 metres;
(d)
A building or structure used for security purposes for Cannabis Production and
Processing may be located in the required front yard and does not have to comply
with the required minimum front yard, side yard, and rear yard setbacks;
(e)
Outdoor storage is prohibited on the property in which the Cannabis Production
and Processing is located;
(f)
Cannabis Production and Processing shall only be permitted within the Zones as
explicitly indicated in this Zoning By-law;
(g)
All development in relation to the establishment of or expansion to Cannabis
Production and Processing shall be subject to Site Plan Control.
3.9 Change of Use
A use of lot, building or structure which, under the provisions hereof is not permissible
within the Zone in which such lot, building or structure is located, shall not be changed
except to a use which is permissible within such Zone or as otherwise authorized by
the Approval Authority under the Planning Act.
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3.10 Commercial Forestry Operations
Commercial Forestry Operations, as defined herein, shall be permitted in all Zones,
subject to any By-law of the Township regarding Forestry or Tree Preservation and
subject to the following provisions:
(a)
Clearcutting shall be prohibited within the Natural Vegetation Buffer;
(b)
Selective cutting is permitted in the area commencing at a point of 15 metres
inland from the high water mark of a waterbody up to 30 metres from the high
water mark;
(c)
l tree removal within 30 metres of the high water mark of a waterbody shall only
be permitted where trees are marked for removal by a certified Tree Marker,
Registered Forester or Certified Arborist, or where tree removal takes place by a
Registered Professional Forester;
(d)
In the case where a property is under a forestry plan the requirements of this By-
law would not apply.
3.11 Day Nurseries - Private or Licensed
Day nurseries shall be permitted in all Zones where residential uses are permitted as a
principal use. Such day nurseries shall comply with the provisions of the underlying
zone.
3.12 Equestrian Establishment
An equestrian establishment shall only be permitted on a lot with a minimum lot area of
4 hectares and shall be subject to the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Criteria.
3.13 Established Building Line in Built-up Area
Despite any yard and setback provisions of this By-law to the contrary, where a permitted
building or structure is to be erected on a non-waterfront lot or on the non-waterfront side
of a waterfront lot, where there is an established building line extending on both sides of
the lot on the same side of the street to a maximum total distance of 200 metres, such
permitted building or structure may be erected closer to the street line, or the centre line
of the street as the case may be, than required by this By-law provided such permitted
building or structure is not erected closer to the street line or the centre line of the street,
as the case may be, than the established building line. All other provisions of this By-law
shall apply.
3.14 Exception Zone
Where a zone symbol is followed by the suffix "-X" this shall mean that a specific
exception is being made to one or more of the standards of that zone for a specific area
governed by the By-law. All other provisions of the By-law shall continue to apply.
A number after the "-X" (e.g., R-X1) indicates the order of the various exception zones.
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3.15 Fences
Please refer to the Township's Fence By-law, being a by-law to regulate the height and
type of fences in the Township of North Frontenac, as amended.
3.16 Frontage and Access
No person shall erect any building or structure in any Zone unless the lot upon which such
building or structure is to be erected has frontage on and direct access to a public street,
a private lane, a Township Road Allowance (subject to an Agreement) or right-of-
way/easement as per the requirements of the respective Zone within which the lot is
situated.
(a) Water Access Lots
i)
Notwithstanding the foregoing, this provision shall not apply to any
permitted use on an island or water access lot. For island or water access
lots no parking is required on the principal lot provided that adequate
vehicular parking area and boat launching facilities are provided on the
mainland.
ii)
The requirements below for mainland parking area and boat launching
facilities access shall not apply to an existing island or water access lot;
however, the creation of any new water access lot shall be in accordance
with the following provisions:
1) A minimum of two parking spaces shall be required for each
dwelling unit, in accordance with and 3.32 of this By-law.
2) Legal use of mainland parking area and boat launching facilities
shall be tied in perpetuity (legal agreement registered on title) to
the water access lot(s) for which the building permit is sought.
3) The mainland area used for parking and boat launching facilities
shall have sufficient size for parking and sufficient water frontage
for boat dockage on the same lot.
4) The parking area shall be setback a minimum of 15 metres from
the high-water mark.
(b) Provincial Highways
All development adjacent to any Provincial Highway is subject to the requirements
and permits of the Ministry of Transportation.
(c) Township Roads
Lots which have frontage along a public street shall be required to obtain an
entrance permit and civic address number subject to the requirements of the
Entrance By-law and Civic Addressing By-law.
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(d) Private Lanes/Rights-of-Way/Easements
i. Newly created lots on a private right-of-way easement that provides access
to more than one lot shall be subject to the Private Lane Policies contained
in the Township of North Frontenac Official Plan.
ii. Single access right-of-way easements that provide access to only one lot
shall have a minimum surveyed right-of-way width of 9.1 metres (30 feet).
3.17 Garden Suites
Subject to the passing of a site-specific 'Temporary Use By-law' under Section 39.1 of
the Planning Act, a Garden Suite may be permitted as a separate dwelling unit to a
permitted main residential use subject to the following provisions:
(a)
A garden suite shall not be located on a lot on which a sleep cabin, a secondary
dwelling unit or a loft-above-a-garage is also located;
(b)
The minimum lot area conforms with the Zone in which the garden suite is to be
located;
(c)
The maximum footprint of the garden suite shall be 50 square metres;
(d)
The maximum height of a garden suite shall be 6 metres or the average height
of the main buildings on the subject lot, whichever is the lesser;
(e)
The minimum separation distance from the principal dwelling is 3 metres;
(f)
The garden suite shall be located in a rear or interior side yard and shall meet
the minimum yard requirements and maximum accessory lot coverage
requirements set out in the corresponding Zone;
(g)
Adequate servicing and parking spaces shall be provided on the lot; and
(h)
A garden suite shall not be permitted on a waterfront lot.
3.18 Hazardous Sites
Buildings and structures shall not be permitted to locate in hazardous sites where the
use is:
(a)
An institutional use associated with hospitals, day nurseries, continuum-of-care
facilities, retirement homes and private or other schools or similar uses;
(b)
An essential emergency service such as that provided by fire, police and
ambulance stations and electrical substations; and
(c)
Associated with the disposal, manufacture, treatment or storage of hazardous
substances.
3.19 Hobby Farms
Hobby Farms, as defined herein, shall be considered an accessory use to a residential
use and shall be permitted in all Zones in which a single detached dwelling house is
permitted as a principal use in accordance with the following provisions:
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(a) The minimum lot size for a hobby farm shall be 2 hectares;
(b) A hobby farm shall not be permitted in the Hamlet Zone;
(c) A hobby farm shall be restricted to one livestock facility to house livestock
generating not more than four (4) nutrient units (as defined herein);
(d) The livestock facility shall comply with the provisions for accessory buildings and
structures described in Section 3.1;
(e) The livestock facility shall comply with the Minimum Distance Separation
requirements as defined by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural
Affairs; and
(f) On lots abutting a waterbody, all buildings, structures, yards, pens and areas
intended for livestock shall be located a minimum of 150 metres from the high
water mark of all waterbodies.
3.20 Holding Provisions
Where any Zone symbol as shown on the attached schedules is followed by the symbol
'H', this signifies that the use of the land is restricted. The holding classification added to a
given zone shall prohibit development of the land until such time as the policies of the
Official Plan related to holding zones are complied with. While a holding zone is in effect
only existing uses, and uses specifically identified in the individual holding zone, are
permitted and no person shall use the land for any new use or erect, alter or enlarge any
building or structure on said land until such time as the holding symbol has been removed
by the Township is accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act.
This Section shall not prevent the renovation of any building or structure on a property
zoned with a Holding symbol, provided such alteration or renovation will not increase the
height, size or volume, or change the use of such building or structure.
Once the Holding Symbol 'H' is removed, the lands shall be used in accordance with the
permitted uses and regulations of the associated Zone.
3.21 Home Based Business
(a)
The following uses shall be considered as a home-based business use accessory
to any residential use:
i)
Office
ii) School - Private
iii) Respite Care or Day Nursery provided that no residential accommodation
is provided on a permanent basis
iv) Personal service establishment
v) Pet Grooming
vi) Studio
vii) Antique sales
viii) Farm produce outlet; or
ix) Tradesperson's establishment.
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(b) Home-based businesses shall be permitted provided that:
i)
The use is clearly secondary to the use of the dwelling unit and shall be
located within the dwelling unit and/or an accessory building which complies
with the provisions of this Section;
ii) Where instruction is carried on (e.g. instructional services), there shall not
be more than five (5) pupils instructed at any given time;
iii) No more than two (2) home-based businesses shall be permitted on a single
lot;
iv) Not more than twenty-five percent (25%) of the gross floor area of a dwelling
unit, up to a maximum of 50 square metres, or up to a maximum of 50
square metres of an accessory building, may be used for home-based
business purposes. Where two (2) home-based businesses exist on a single
lot, the maximum gross floor area used for the combined businesses shall
not exceed a maximum of 50 square metres ;
v) The home-based business shall be operated by the owner or occupant of
the dwelling unit within which it is located and shall not employ more than
two (2) non-household members who work on-site;
vi) The use does not create nor become a public nuisance in particular in
regard to noise, traffic, parking, or health and safety, and shall not be
noxious use, trade, business or activity;
vii) A retail store as defined herein shall not be permitted;
viii) One (1) sign may be permitted to advertise a home-based business that
shall not exceed 2 square metres in surface area and shall not be back-lit.
The permitted sign may be a freestanding sign in a front or side yard or
may be attached to a wall of a permitted building or structure. The sign
may be illuminated by lights where the illumination is directed directly onto
the sign; and
ix) Any Parking area servicing the home based business shall comply with the
Sections of this By-law setting out provisions for parking.
3.22 Illumination of Buildings and Grounds
Please refer to the Township's lighting guidelines (as amended from time to time) enacted
by the Township under the authority of the Municipal Act.
3.23 Kennels
Please refer to the Township's Animal Control By-law, being a by-law to regulate the
height and type of fences in the Township of North Frontenac, as amended.
3.24 Legal Non-Conforming Uses and Non-Complying Structures
(a)
Continuance of Existing Uses (Non-Conforming)
Nothing in this By-law shall apply to prevent the use of any land, building or
structure for any purpose prohibited by the By-law if such land, building or
structure was lawfully used for such purpose as of the passing of the By-law, so
long as it continues to be used for that purpose.
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(b)
Prior Building Permits
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the erection or use of any building or
structure for which a building permit has been issued under the Ontario Building
Code prior to the passing of this By-law, so as long as the building or structure
when erected is used and continues to be used for the purpose for which it was
erected and provided the permit has not been revoked under the Ontario
Building Code.
(c)
Road Widening
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the use of any land, building or structure or
the erection of any building or structure on a lot which does not comply to the
minimum lot frontage and/or lot area and/or front yard setback and in the case
of a corner lot, the side yard setback, as a result of a road widening taken by
the Township of North Frontenac or the Ministry of Transportation, provided all
other requirements of this By-law are complied with.
(d)
Renovation, Repair or Reconstruction of an Existing Non-Complying/Non-
Conforming Building or Structure
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the renovation, repair, reconstruction or
enlargement of an existing non-complying/non-conforming building or
structure, including a sewage system, provided that
i) Any expansion, enlargement or increase in height, size, volume, footprint
or gross floor area shall occur only in a direction or area that complies with
the applicable yard, setback, height and coverage provisions of this By-
law, and shall not further reduce any deficient yard or setback;
ii) No portion of the existing dwelling is located within 30 metres of the
waterbody, wetland, or watercourse.
iii) The building or structure shall not be relocated from its original footprint in
a manner that increases non-compliance with this By-law.
iv) An increase in volume of an existing non-complying/non-conforming
building or structure resulting from the replacement and/or addition of
windows (e.g., dormer windows, bay windows) is permitted without
planning approvals, provided such additions do not increase the gross
floor area of the building or structure and do not encroach further into any
deficient setback or the 30-metre water setback
(e)
Existing Undersized/Undeveloped Lots
Notwithstanding anything else contained in this By-law, where an existing lot of
record having a lesser frontage and/or area than is required by this By-law is
held under distinct and separate ownership from adjoining lots, according to the
register for land in the Land Titles, or Registry Office, as of the passing of this
By-law, it may be used for a purpose permitted in the Zone in which the said lot
is located, provided it:
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i)
Can be adequately serviced with water and sewage systems;
ii) Has a building envelope compliant with all performance standards in this
By-law; and
iii) All other applicable provisions in this By-law are complied with.
3.25 Live/Work Units
Where a live/work unit is a permitted use, the following uses shall be permitted:
- Antique Sales,
- Bakery,
- Catering Establishment,
- Day Nursery - Private,
- Distribution Sales Office or Mail Order Sales,
- Farm Produce Outlet,
- Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment,
- Office,
- Personal Service Establishment,
- Pet Grooming but not including overnight keeping and boarding of animals,
- Printing and Publishing Establishment,
- School - Private,
- Studio,
- Veterinary Establishment, and
- Wellness Centre.
Live/work units shall be permitted where specifically defined as a permitted use, subject
to the following provisions:
(a)
New live/work units and conversions of buildings to live/work units may be subject
to Site Plan Control;
(b)
The living and working uses shall be balanced (maximum fifty-five percent (55%)
work use and forty-five percent (45%) living use) and shall be located within the
structure and not an accessory building;
(c)
Occupancy of the residential space shall be restricted to the operator of the
business;
(d)
Where instructional services are provided, there shall not be more than five (5)
pupils instructed at any one time;
(e)
The business shall be operated by the owner or occupant of the dwelling unit
within which it is located, and shall not employ more than two (2) non-household
members;
(f)
The use shall not create or become a public nuisance, in particular with regard to
noise, traffic, parking or health and safety, and shall not be a noxious use, trade,
business or activity;
(g)
One (1) sign, not to exceed 2 square metres in area shall be permitted to
advertise the business. The sign may be a freestanding sign in a front or side
yard or may be attached to a wall of a permitted building or structure. The sign
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shall not be back-lit; however, it may be illuminated by lights where illumination is
directed directly onto the sign;
(h)
Sufficient parking to meet the needs of the business and residential uses, in
compliance with Sections 3.31 and 3.32 of this By-law, shall be accommodated
on the subject property.
3.26 Loading Requirements
For every building or structure for a commercial, institutional or industrial use, involving
the shipping, loading or unloading of persons, animals, wares, merchandise or other
goods, there shall be provided and maintained loading facilities or spaces in accordance
with the following requirements:
(a)
Each loading space shall have a minimum height clearance of 4.25 metres and
shall be at least 3.75 metres wide by 7.50 metres long if situated inside of or at
right angles to a building or structure or 3.75 metres wide by 9.0 metres long if
situated parallel to the wall of a building or structure;
(b)
Loading spaces shall be located in a building or structure, an open rear yard,
or an open side yard, on the same lot on which the main use is located, provided
such a space shall be in an area whose distance from lot line to building or
structure is not less than 7.50 metres and shall have unobstructed ingress and
egress to and from a public street by means of a driveway, land or aisle of a
minimum width of 6 metres.
(c)
The number of required loading spaces shall be based on net floor area of the
building or structure as follows:
i)
Commercial and Institutional Uses:
Net Floor Area
Spaces Required
0 - 200 square metre
0
200 - 500 square metre
1
over 500 square metre
2
ii) Industrial:
Net Floor Area
Spaces Required
0 - 500 square metre
1
500 - 200 square metre
2
over 2000 square metre
3
(d)
The loading space requirements stated above shall apply to areas of any
expansion or enlargement to such buildings or structures for which building
permits have been issued after the date of passing of this By-law.
3.27 Minimum Distance Separation, Influence Areas and Special
Setbacks
No person shall use any land, building or structure unless it complies with the following
minimum distance separations, influence areas or special setbacks except where such
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distances have been waived or reduced by a public authority, where upon the revised
distance, influence area or setback shall apply. Separation distances, influence areas
or setbacks shall be measured as set out for the respective requirement.
(a)
Livestock Facility, Manure Storage and Aerobic Digester
i)
Any livestock facility, manure storage or material storage facility shall
comply with Minimum Distance Separation Formulae II, as amended by
the Province from time to time;
ii) All new development after the date of passing of this By-law shall comply
with the Minimum Distance Separation Formulae I as amended by the
Province from time to time.
iii) Where development of a sensitive land use is proposed on a vacant lot
of record having an area of 2 hectares (5 acres) or less MDS 1, shall not
apply.
(b)
Waste Management Facility
i)
The influence area of a waste management facility shall be measured
500 metres from the perimeter of the active fill area boundary of the
waste management facility to the nearest proposed land use. No
sensitive land use shall be permitted within the influence area unless a
compatibility study is prepared by a qualified professional to evaluate
environmental conditions, and the presence of and impact of any
adverse effects or risks to health and safety and to recommend any
remedial measures to be taken;
ii) No development or land use shall be permitted within 30 metres of the
perimeter of the active fill area boundary of an active waste management
facility;
iii) No waste management facility shall be permitted within 30 metres of any
water body or on land covered by water or in any area subject to flooding.
(c)
Pits and Quarries
i)
The setbacks for pits and quarries from property lines shall be as set out
in the Aggregate Resources Act;
ii) The influence area around a pit shall be 300 metres measured from the
property line of a sensitive land use and the license boundary of the pit.
iii) The minimum separation distance shall be 70 metres measured from the
lot line of the sensitive land use and the license boundary of the pit;
iv) The influence area around a quarry shall be 500 metres measured from
the property line of a sensitive land use and the license boundary of the
quarry.
v) The minimum separation distance shall be 300 metres measured from
the lot line of the sensitive land use to the license boundary of the quarry.
No sensitive land use shall be permitted within the influence area of a
quarry, with the exception of a dwelling unit for the owner/operator.
vi) Where development of a sensitive land use is proposed on a vacant lot
of record located within a defined settlement area and within the influence
area of an existing pit, Section 3.27(c) does not apply.
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vii) Where development of a sensitive land use is proposed on a vacant lot
of record having an area of 1.0 hectares (2.47 acres) or less and located
within the influence area of an existing pit, Section 3.27(c) does not
apply.
viii) An impact assessment (D-series guidelines) shall be required for all
newly created lots within the influence area of either a pit or quarry.
(d)
Industrial Uses
i)
Class I Industrial Use
The setback between a sensitive land use and a Class I Industrial use
shall be 20 metres and shall be measured from the sensitive land use to
the closest lot line of the Class I Industrial Use.
ii) Class II Industrial Use
The setback between a sensitive land use and a Class II Industrial use
shall be 70 metres and shall be measured from the sensitive land use to
the closest lot line of the Class II Industrial Use.
iii) Class III Industrial Use
The setback between a sensitive land use and a Class III Industrial use
shall be 300 metres and shall be measured from the sensitive land use
to the closest lot line of the Class III Industrial Use.
(e)
Water Bodies
i)
All structures shall be setback from the high-water mark of all water bodies
a minimum of 30 metres with the exception of waterfront structures which
shall comply with the setbacks established in Section 3.1;
ii) The setback shall be measured from the shortest horizontal distance from
the nearest structure to the high-water mark;
iii) In addition to the maximum lot coverage provisions in this By-law, the
following additional provisions shall apply to any development within 60
metres of the high water mark on a lot abutting a water body; the
maximum lot coverage of this By-law shall also be complied with on the
basis of including only that portion of the lot area situated within 60 metres
of the high water mark for the purpose of the calculation.
(f)
Wetlands
i) All buildings/structures shall be setback a minimum of 30 metres from the
boundary of all wetlands.
ii) Permits and approvals may be required from the Conservation Authority
for any development, site alteration, or interference within 120 metres of
a Provincially Significant Wetland or within 30 metres of an unclassified
wetland.
iii) The setback shall be measured from the shortest horizontal distance from
the nearest structure to the wetland boundary.
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(g)
Setback from Provincial Highways, Township Roads and Private
Lanes/Right of Way
i) The setback for all buildings and structures on a lot abutting a Provincial
Highway shall be in accordance with the standards set by the Ministry of
Transportation.
ii) The setback for all buildings and structures on lots abutting a Township
Road shall be 7 metres.
iii) The setback for buildings or structures on lots abutting (or bisected by)
a private lane/right of way shall be 7 metres for the main use and 3
metres for any accessory use, measured from the edge of the travelled
portion of an un-surveyed lane or from the surveyed edge of the right-
of-way, whichever is greater.
3.28 Natural Heritage Features and Areas
No use of land, buildings or structures shall be permitted within the distances prescribed
below of an identified natural heritage feature unless appropriate permits and approvals
have been granted, or as otherwise permitted within this By-law.
Feature or Area:
(a)
Waterbodies and Watercourses
30 metres
3.29 Natural Vegetation Buffer and Waterfront Activity Areas
(1)Natural Vegetation Buffer
The area from the high water mark extending inland a depth of a minimum of 15 metres,
for the entire width of the lot, shall retain natural vegetation, subject only to the following:
(a)
One (1) access corridor not greater than 7 metres in width passing through the
natural vegetated buffer shall be permitted to provide an access between the main
use of the land and the waterfront activity area;
(b)
A pathway within the access corridor not greater than 2 metres in width is
permitted provided it is constructed of permeable material. Permeable material
include permeable interlocking concrete pavers, plastic or concrete grid systems,
decking, or material deemed satisfactory to the Township;
(c)
Stairs for access to the shoreline are permitted with a maximum width of 2 metres;
(d)
Pruning of trees for viewing purposes is permitted;
(e)
Removal of dead or diseased trees for safety reasons is permitted;
(f)
Stumps should be retained wherever possible;
(g)
Clearcutting is prohibited in this area; however selective cutting is permitted in the
area commencing at a point 15 metres inland from the high water mark up to 30
metres from the high water mark;
(h)
Additional tree removal shall only be permitted where trees are marked for
removal by a Licensed Tree Marker, Registered Professional Forester or Certified
Arborist;
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(i)
Notwithstanding the pathway and stairs permitted within the access corridor and
permitted waterfront structures, no additional constructed permeable or non-
permeable surfaces are permitted within the natural vegetation buffer.
(2) Waterfront Activity Area
A waterfront activity area shall be permitted on waterfront lots, in order to accommodate
waterfront structures, docks and other shoreline features including access to the water
body.
(a)
A maximum of twenty-five percent (25%) of the shoreline frontage or up to 15
metres of shoreline frontage, whichever is the lesser, may be used for a
waterfront activity area for residential use;
(b)
A maximum of thirty-three percent (33%) of the shoreline frontage may be used
for a waterfront activity for non-residential uses.
3.30 Open Storage, Sales and Display
No person shall use any lot or part thereof for open storage, sales or display except as
permitted by this By-law and as an accessory use to a permitted principal use and in
accordance with the following:
(a)
Open storage shall not be permitted within any required front yard and shall not
be located closer than 5 metres to any side or rear lot line;
(b)
Where open storage areas abut a Zone in which residential uses are permitted,
the required setback of the open storage area shall be increased to 10 metres
and must also be visually screened from any Zone in which residential uses are
permitted;
(c)
An open storage, sales and display area shall be permitted in association with any
permitted commercial, industrial or public service use, provided that the open
storage, sales and display area does not occupy any required parking or loading
area and meets the required setbacks.
3.31 Parking and Storage of Motor Vehicles
(a)
Except as provided herein, no motor vehicles shall be parked or stored in a
Zone in which residential uses are the main use unless the motor vehicle is
located within a garage, carport, driveway, or designated parking area;
(b)
No parking space in a Zone in which residential uses are the main use shall be
used for the outdoor parking or storage of a motor vehicle unless such motor
vehicle is used in operations incidental to the main permitted use of the lot on
which it is parked or stored and bears a motor vehicle license plate or sticker
which is currently valid (historical motor vehicles exempted);
(c)
Each standard parking space shall have a minimum width of 2.7 metres and a
minimum length of 6 metres. Each barrier-free parking space shall have a
minimum width of 3.7 metres and a minimum length of 6 metres or in
accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act;
(d)
Unless permitted elsewhere in this By-law, where two (2) or more uses are
permitted in anyone (1) building or on any one (1) lot, then the off-street parking
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requirements for each use shall be calculated as if each use is a separate use,
and the total number of off-street parking spaces so calculated shall be
provided;
(e)
The parking space requirements shall not apply to any building in existence at
the date of passing of this By-law so long as the net floor area, as it existed at
such date is not increased and no change in use occurs. If an addition is made
to the building or structure which increases the net floor area or a change in
use occurs, parking spaces for the addition or area changed in use shall be
required;
(f)
Parking spaces for single-detached, semi-detached, duplex and converted
dwellings, shall comply with the following:
i)
The driveway and parking space shall be constructed of crushed stone,
asphalt paving, concrete, paver stones or similar materials and shall be
maintained and treated so as to reduce dust, scattering of stones and
similar potentially undesirable effects on adjoining properties;
ii) No more than fifty percent (50%) of the area of any required front yard
on a non-waterfront lot or fifty percent (50%) of the area of any required
rear yard on a waterfront lot shall be used or constructed as a driveway
or parking space;
(g)
Parking areas for more than four (4) motor vehicles, shall comply with the
following:
i)
The parking area shall be constructed of crushed stone, asphalt paving,
concrete, paver stones, or similar materials and shall be maintained and
treated so as to reduce dust scattering of stones and similar undesirable
effects on adjoining properties and shall incorporate drainage facilities
that comply with the requirements of the Township;
ii) Ingress and egress directly to and from every parking space shall be by
means of a driveway, lane or aisle having a width of at least 6 metres for
two-way traffic and 3.5 metres for one-way traffic where parking is
angled;
iii) A driveway or lane which does not provide ingress and egress directly to
a parking space, shall have a minimum width of 3.5 metres where
designed for one-way vehicular circulation or 6 metres where designed
for two-way vehicular circulation; and
iv) Wherever barrier-free access to a building is required under the Ontario
Building Code, one (1) barrier-free parking space shall be provided for
every twelve (12) standard parking spaces or part thereof and shall be
included in the total number of parking spaces required under the
Schedule for Parking Requirements.
(h)
Except where permitted elsewhere in this By-law, the required parking for
residential uses of land shall be provided on the same lot as the dwelling unit.
In all other Zones, parking shall be provided within 100 metres of the building or
lot it is intended to serve, subject to an agreement, deed or renewable lease
which provides for same.
(i)
Parking for a water access only lot or a lot on an island shall be provided on the
mainland at a secure access point on the same water body. Each required
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parking space shall be tied in perpetuity to the water access or island lot by
means of a legal agreement registered on title or other legal instrument
acceptable to the Township.
(j)
Despite the provisions included in the Parking Requirements Section 3.32, if the
calculation of the minimum parking space requirement results in a fraction, the
minimum requirement shall be the next higher whole number. (e.g. 7.23 spaces
shall be deemed to require 8 parking spaces).
3.32 Parking Requirements
In any Zone, the owner or occupant of any building or structure erected, enlarged or
changed in use after the date of passing of this By-law shall provide off-street parking in
accordance with the following provisions as set out in Table One (1) below:
Schedule for Parking Requirements - Table One (1)
Use
Minimum Number of Required
Parking Spaces
Residential:
- Dwelling - converted
- Dwelling - duplex
- Dwelling - mobile home
- Dwelling - modular home
- Dwelling - park model trailer
- Dwelling - single-detached
- Dwelling - semi-detached
- Dwelling - townhouse / row
- Dwelling - triplex
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Do we need to address parking with
ADUs?
Two (2) spaces per dwelling unit (may include
one (1) or more spaces in a garage or carport)
Multi-Residential:
- Dwelling - apartment
- Group Home
- Continuum-of-Care Facility
One and a half (1.5) spaces per dwelling unit,
fifteen percent (15%) of which shall be
reserved as visitor parking.
One (1) space for each non-resident staff
member plus two spaces.
Residential - Other:
- Dwelling - accessory
- Dwelling - secondary
- Garden Suite
- Sleep cabin
- Loft-above-a-garage
One (1) space for each, in addition to the
required residential spaces required for the
main use.
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Use
Minimum Number of Required
Parking Spaces
Other Uses:
- Auto repair garage
- Auto service station
-
Gasoline bar
Three (3) spaces per service bay plus One (1)
space per employee.
- Recreational Vehicle Sales and
Storage
- Equipment Rental Establishment
- Compressed Gas Sales and Services
One (1) space for every 32 square metres of
gross floor area
Place of Assembly
One (1) space for every four (4) seats, fixed or
otherwise and where there are no seats, one
(1) space for every 10 square metres assembly
space.
- Building supply store
- Lumber yard
- Garden centre
- Farm produce outlet
- Market
- Construction yard & contractor's yard
- Commercial greenhouse
One (1) space for each 20 square metres of
gross floor area and one (1) space for each
35 square metres of open storage.
Car wash
Three (3) spaces minimum plus two stacking
spaces per bay for a manual wash or five (5)
spaces for an automated car wash.
Day nursery
One (1) space per operator/employee and one
(1) space per five (5) children.
Golf Course
Four (4) spaces per hole, minimum fifty (50)
spaces.
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Use
Minimum Number of Required
Parking Spaces
- Retail or convenience store
- Personal service establishment
- Bank
- Office
- Laundromat
- Market
- Printing and publishing establishment
- Studio
- Bakery
- Funeral parlour
One (1) space per 20 square metres of gross
floor area, minimum three (3) spaces.
Home based business
Two (2) spaces plus one (1) space for each
employee.
- Hotel and motel
- Bed and breakfast
One (1) space per accommodation unit, plus
one (1) space for each six (6) persons of
designated seating capacity of any accessory
eating establishment (restaurant). The latter
does not apply to a bed and breakfast.
Industrial uses
One (1) space for every 35 square metres of
floor area up to 200 square metres, plus one
(1) additional space for every 200 square
metres of floor area thereafter.
- Manufacturing
- Industrial storage or wholesale
- Warehouse
- Micro-brewery
One (1) space per 95 square metres of gross
floor area plus one (1) space per every three
(3) employees per shift.
Marina
One (1) space for every seasonal boat slip, plus
one (1) space for every four transient boat slips
plus one (1) trailer space for every ten (10) boat
slips.
- Clinic
- Veterinary Establishment
Four (4) spaces/practitioner or one (1) space
per 15 square metres, whichever is greater.
Place of worship
One (1) space for every five (5) seats, fixed or
otherwise.
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Use
Minimum Number of Required
Parking Spaces
- Restaurant
- Beverage establishment
- Tavern
- Road house
One (1) space per 10 square metres of gross
floor area or one (1) space for every four (4)
persons to be accommodate whichever is
greater.
Sporting Establishment
One (1) space per site plus required spaces for
accessory uses based on type of use listed in
this table.
- School - private
- School - public
One (1) space per each staff member plus
one (1) space per 3.7 square metre of floor
area in the gymnasium, auditorium or
assembly area.
Water access only lots and islands
Two (2) parking spaces per dwelling unit shall
be provided on the mainland of the same
waterbody in a designated parking area
secured through a legal agreement to serve
water access only or island lots.
All other uses not listed above.
No parking shall be required for the uses
listed in Section 4.14, 4.15 or 4.16, or an
agricultural use.
One (1) space per 30 square metre of gross
floor area.
3.33 Parts of Buildings or Structures Permitted Above Height Level
The height regulations herein set forth shall not apply to any of the following:
- Air conditioning system
- Chimney
- Place of Worship spire, belfry or steeple
- Clothesline
- Elevator or stairway enclosure
- Enclosed mechanical and electrical equipment
- Farm structures such as a silo
- Flag pole
- Hydro electric transmission tower
- Receiving and transmitting antenna
- Satellite dish
- Solar collectors
- Solar panels
- Ventilating fan or skylight
- Water tower or tank
- Wind sock
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- Windmill/Wind Turbine
3.34 Permitted Projections
Every part of any yard required by this By-law shall be open and unobstructed by any
building or structure from the ground to the sky except those structures listed in the
following table shall be permitted to project into the minimum required yards required by
this By-law for the following specified distances as set out in Table Two (2) below:
No structure permitted to project into any required yard as set out in Table 2 shall be
permitted to encroach into the minimum required waterbody/wetland setback [See also
Section 3.27 Minimum Distance Separation, Influence Areas, and Special Setbacks].
Schedule for Maximum Projections - Table Two (2)
Structure
Maximum Projection Into
Required Yard
Chimney breasts, cornices, sills, bay windows,
pilasters, eaves or gutters, solar collectors,
heat pumps, ventilators, shutters, parapets, or
other ornamental structures.
0.75 metres into any required front, rear or
side yard.
Porch or Verandah
No encroachment into any required side
yard.
1.5 metres into any required front or rear
yard.
Fire escapes, exterior staircases, ramps and
landings.
1.5 metres into any yard.
Fences, hedges, shrubs, trees, flagpoles, light
standards, garden trellises, clothesline and
similar structures or features
Unlimited in any yard.
3.35 Principal Storage Units
A Principal Storage Unit, as defined herein, shall be permitted in the Rural (RU) and
Limited Services Residential (LSR) Zones subject to the following provisions:
(a)
Only one principal storage unit shall be permitted on a lot;
(b)
A principal storage unit shall not exceed 100 square metres in gross floor area;
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(c)
A principal storage unit shall not exceed 4.5 metres in height and shall not contain
a second storey or loft;
(d)
A principal storage unit shall have a minimum gross floor area of 10 square
metres;
(e)
A principal storage unit shall not be permitted on a lot with an area less than 10
hectares;
(f)
A principal storage unit shall only be permitted on a waterfront lot where it can be
located a minimum of 150 metres from the high water mark of the waterbody;
(g)
A principal storage unit shall meet the minimum yard requirements for the
principal use as set out in the applicable Zone;
(h)
A principal storage unit shall not contain any plumbing fixtures nor be connected
to any water or sanitary services;
(i)
A principal storage unit shall not be connected to hydro;
(j)
A principal storage unit shall not be used for human habitation; and
(k)
No accessory uses or decks are permitted with a principal storage unit.
3.36 Public Service Use
Notwithstanding anything else in this By-law, Public Authorities for the purpose of Public
Service Use, Public Utilities and Communications Facility shall be permitted in all Zones
subject to the Zone provisions for the principal use in the Zone within which the use is
located. Any use within or abutting a residential Zone under the provisions of this section
shall be designed so as not to intrude into the residential character of the area. The
Township may require that such public use buildings shall be subject to the Site Plan
Control By-law.
3.37 Recreational Vehicles on Individual Lots
Please refer to the Township's Recreational Vehicle By-law, being a by-law to regulate
the recreational vehicles in the Township of North Frontenac, as amended.
3.38 Renewable and Alternative Energy Systems
(a)
Solar Panel - ground mounted
Ground mounted solar panels are permitted in any Zone and are subject to the
following:
i)
Must comply with all required setbacks in the applicable Zone;
ii)
Be suitably anchored and secured; and
iii)
Must not be located in the front yard.
(b)
Solar Panel - roof/wall mounted
Solar panels attached to a roof or wall of a structure are permitted in any Zone,
subject to the following:
i)
Must comply with all required setbacks to roadways and property lines in
the applicable Zone; and
ii) Must be suitable anchored and secured, to the satisfaction of the Chief
Building Official.
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(c)
Windmill/Wind Turbine
Windmill/Wind Turbines providing power only to the property on which it is
located, are permitted in any Zone, subject to the following:
i)
The tower shall be set back a minimum distance equal to the height of the
tower including the blades from all property lines and a minimum distance
of 3.0 metres from any other structure on the property on which the system
is located if not attached to a structure. In addition, the system's tower is
set back a minimum distance equal to the height of the tower from any
structure on abutting properties;
ii) The system's tower may not exceed a maximum height of 12.2 metres on
a parcel of less than 0.4 hectares, a maximum of 19.8 metres on a parcel
of 0.4 hectares to less than 2.0 hectares, and maximum height of 24.4
metres on a parcel 2.0 hectares or more;
iii) No more than one (1) windmill/wind turbine shall be allowed on a single
property;
iv) Upon abandonment or termination of the system's use, the entire facility,
including the system's tower, turbine, supporting structures and all
equipment, shall be removed and the site shall be restored to its pre-
construction condition.
3.39 Sight Triangles
On a corner lot, no obstruction higher than 0.75 metres measured from the grade on the
centre line of the intersecting street lines, (except a chain link fence for a school or park
or an agricultural use) shall be permitted on that part of a lot at the street corner composed
of a triangle having sides 5 metres in length along each street line measured from the
street corner formed by the lot lines, or by the straight-line projection of lot lines when lot
lines are connected by a curved line. Any vegetation that interferes with a sight triangle
shall be removed but only as much vegetation as is needed to comply with the sight
triangle requirements.
3.40 Signs
Please refer to any applicable By-law regulating the placement, height, and type of
signs in the Township of North Frontenac, as amended.
3.41 Site Plan Control
No development shall take place on any parcel of land designated as a Site Plan Control
Area in the Site Plan Control By-law unless the municipality has approved such plans and
drawings required under the provisions of the Site Plan Control By-law.
3.42 Swimming Pools
Private swimming pools, both above-ground and in-ground, both outdoor and indoor, and
including inflatable pools with a minimum depth of 0.6 metres, shall be permitted subject
to any By-law of the Township regarding swimming pools and the following requirements:
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(a)
Outdoor Pools
i)
Outdoor pool areas shall be totally enclosed by a fence as prescribed by
the Township's Fence By-law, as amended. ;
ii) Where a pool is an above-ground pool, any combination of the pool wall,
surrounding fence or structure totalling a minimum of 1.4 metres in height
shall be deemed to meet the fencing requirements of the Township's
Fence By-law and provided that there is a self-locking gate or equivalent
arrangement to prevent unauthorized entry;
iii) The maximum height of an above-ground pool shall not be more than 2
metres above the established grade;
iv) Any building or structure, other than a dwelling, required for changing
clothing or pumping, filtering or storage or any similar purposes shall
comply with the provisions respecting accessory uses and structures and
shall be included in the calculation of lot coverage for accessory uses;
v) No part of an outdoor pool including an associated apron or platform shall
be constructed closer to any lot line than the requirements for a main
building in the Zone within which it is located;
vi) Notwithstanding the foregoing, outdoor swimming pools which are
accessory to sporting establishments may be located in the front yard and
shall meet all other requirements of this By-law.
(b)
Indoor Pools
Indoor pools shall conform with the main building requirements of the applicable
Zone if the pool is located within the main building, and with the accessory
building requirements contained in Section 3.1.1; if the pool is located in an
accessory building.
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Part 4 - Zones
4.1 Zone Classification
The original Zoning Schedule, and all subsequent amendments, are maintained in the
Clerk's Office and are available upon request. For the most up-to-date zoning mapping,
please visit the County of Frontenac's GIS portal at frontenacmaps.ca
4.2
Zones
Zone Name
Zone Symbol
Residential Zones
Residential - Multiple
RM
Residential - Waterfront
RW
Mobile Home Park Residential
MHPR
Hamlet
H
Rural
RU
Limited Services Rural
LSR
Limited Services Waterfront
LSW
Rural Co-Operative
CO
Commercial And Industrial Zones
General Commercial
GC
Recreational Commercial
RC
Industrial
I
Mineral Aggregate Extraction
MXE
Mining
MR
Waste Management Facility
WMF
Environmental Zones
Environmental Protection
EP
Natural Hazards Overlay
NH
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4.3 Residential Multiple - RM
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the
Residential Multiple Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and
any other relevant sections of this By-law.
4.3.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
- Continuum-of-Care-Facility
- Day Nursery - Licensed
- Day Nursery - Private
- Dwelling - Apartment
- Dwelling - Duplex
- Dwelling - Row
- Dwelling - Single Detached
- Dwelling - Triplex
4.3.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3:
- Accessory Buildings and Structures
- Bed and Breakfast
- Home Based Business
- Secondary Dwelling
- Swimming Pool
4.3.3 Zone Requirements
(a)
Principal Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
Up to three dwelling units
1.0 hectares
Four or more dwelling units
1.0 hectares
-or-
as required by a hydrogeology
study
Minimum Lot Frontage
46 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
7 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
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Maximum Lot Coverage
fifteen percent (15 )%
(b)
Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Yard Requirements
Accessory Uses
See Section 3.1
Bed and Breakfast
See Section 3.4
Secondary Dwelling
See Section 3.1.3
Maximum Building Height
See Section 3.1
Maximum Lot Coverage
See Section 3.1
Maximum Number of Secondary Dwellings per
Dwelling Unit
One (1)
4.3.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
Minimum landscaped open space of ten percent (10%) of the lot area shall be
required for an apartment dwelling or Continuum-of-Care Facility;
(b)
Despite the provisions of Section 4.3.3, the minimum interior side yard
requirement shall be zero (0) metres where freehold row or townhouse
dwellings share a common fire rated wall;
(c)
The minimum separation distance between one detached dwelling unit and
another shall be 5 metres.
4.3.5 Exception Zones
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4.4 Residential Waterfront - RW
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the
Residential Waterfront Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and
any other relevant sections of this By-law.
4.4.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
- Day Nursery - Licensed
- Day Nursery - Private
- Dwelling - Single Detached
- Group Home
- Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment
- Place of Worship
- School - Private
4.4.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3:
- Accessory Buildings and Structures
- Bed and Breakfast
- Hobby Farm
- Home Based Business
- Loft-Above-a-Garage
- Sleep Cabin
- Studio
- Swimming Pool
- Waterfront Structures
4.4.3 Zone Requirements
(a)
Principal Uses
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this by-law
and for the creation of all new lots.
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
0.8 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage
Minimum Water Frontage
77 metres
Minimum Water Frontage on a Narrow
Water Body Channel
91 metres
Minimum Road Frontage
46 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
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Front Yard - with shoreline frontage
30 metres
Front Yard - without shoreline frontage
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
fifteen percent (15 )%
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
(b)
Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Yard Requirements
Waterfront Structures
See Section 3.1.2
All other Accessory Uses
See Section 3.1
Minimum Lot Area
Hobby Farm
2 hectares
Maximum Building Height
Accessory Building
See Section 3.1
Boathouse/boat port
See Section 3.1.2
Hobby Farm
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
See Section 3.1
4.4.4 Exception Zones
(a)
Sunday Lake Subdivision
i)
On lands zoned as RW-X1, the minimum lot area shall be 0.8 hectares
(1.97 ac.) and the minimum floor area per dwelling unit shall be 70 square
metres - (753 square ft2) while all other provisions of this By-law shall
prevail.
(b)
Norcan Lake Subdivision (By-law 9-94)
On lands zoned RW-X3, the following additional provisions shall also apply:
i)
On lands Zoned RW-X3a, the permitted uses shall be restricted to a
conservation use;
ii) On lands Zoned RW-X3b, the minimum lot area shall be 0.7 hectares (1.72
ac.), the minimum setback from the high-water mark elevation of 201.17
metres G.S.C. Datum (660 ft2) shall be 30 metres (98.4 ft2) and the
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measurement of the Zone provisions shall be made in relation to lot lines
even though the lot is in more than one (1) Zone;
iii) On lands Zoned RW-X3c, the minimum lot area shall be 10 hectares (24.5
ac.), the minimum lot frontage and lot width respectively shall be 100
metres (328 ft2), the minimum setback from the high-water mark of 201.17
metres G.S.C. Datum (660 ft2) shall be 30 metres (98.4 ft2), the maximum
setback from the shoreline shall be 300 metres (984 ft2) and the
measurement of the Zone provisions shall be made in relation to lot lines
even though the lot is in more than one (1) Zone;
iv) On lands Zoned RW-X3d, the minimum lot area shall be 3.3 hectares (8.15
ac.), the minimum lot frontage shall be 55 metres (180.4 ft2), the minimum
lot width shall be 45 metres (147.6 ft2), the minimum setback from the high-
water mark of 201.17 metres GSC Datum (660 ft2) shall be 30 metres (98.4
ft2) and the measurement of the Zone provisions shall be made in relation
to lot lines even though the lot is in more than one Zone;
v) On lands Zoned RW-X3e, the permitted uses shall include an agricultural
use, a public service use, a camp, a forestry management, a conservation
use, an air strip, an open space use, a single detached dwelling, a
seasonal dwelling and a mobile home and the minimum lot area shall be
160 hectares (395.3 ac.);
vi) On lands Zoned RW-X3f, the uses permitted shall be those uses in the
RW-X3F Zone, the minimum lot area shall be 20 hectares (49.4 ac.) and
the measurement of the Zone provisions shall be made in relation to lot
lines even though the lot is in more than one Zone;
vii) All other provisions of this By-law shall prevail.
Note: Despite the Residential Waterfront Zoning, some of the properties within the
subdivision do not have direct access to an opened and maintained public highway and
are accessed via a private lane (i.e. Victory Lane, Nacron Lane, Kestrel Way, Misty Way,
Huron Way). This means that municipal services which may normally be provided on an
opened public highway will not be provided or guaranteed on these private lanes,
including but not limited to: snow ploughing, road upgrading and school bussing.
(c)
Buckshot Lake Subdivision (By-law 15-97)
On lands Zoned RW-X4, the minimum lot frontage including water frontage shall
be 45 metres (147.6 ft2), the minimum setback from the high water mark for all
buildings and structures (except a marine facility) shall be 30 metres (98.4 ft2); on
Lot fourteen (14) the minimum setback shall be 40 metres (131.2 ft2) at the
boundary of Block twenty-eight (28) and extending in a straight line to 30 metres
(98.4 ft2) from Buckshot Lake at the boundary of Lot thirteen (13); On Lot ten (10)
the minimum setback shall be 30 metres (98.4 ft2) at the boundary of Lot eleven
(11) and extending in a straight line to 45 metres (147.6 ft2) from the lake at the
boundary of the road allowance; on Lot nine (9), the minimum setback shall be
50 metres (164 ft2) from the high water mark; all doors and openings in all
buildings and structures shall be above the flood elevation of 294 metres (964.5
ft2) GSC Datum; and all docks or landings shall be floating, on piles or removable.
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(d)
Roll #1042- 020-020-42600, 020-020-42610, 020-020-42620 (By-law #79-07)
RW-X2 - Part of Lot 25, Concession 5, Township of Barrie (Kings Cottages)
On lands zoned RW-X2, the following exemptions to setbacks, net floor areas
and accessory buildings shall be permitted:
i)
Marine storage facility on northeast side of Parcel 'C' shall be permitted
with a minimum shoreline setback of 10.6 metres [35 ft.];
ii) A sleep cabin, as defined, shall be permitted on Parcel 'A', with a net floor
area not to exceed 41.7 square metres [449 ft2];
iii) A sleep cabin as defined, shall be permitted on Parcel 'B', with a net floor
area not to exceed 38.2 square metres [412 ft2];
iv) A sleep cabin as defined, shall be permitted on Parcel 'C', with a net floor
area not to exceed 38 square metres [409.5 ft2]; and
v) A maximum lot coverage for accessory buildings shall be permitted on
Parcel 'C' of 551.25 square metres [4,883.52 ft2].
(e)
Roll #: 1042-020-020-43000; 020-020-43002; 020-020-43003
RW-X5 - Part of Lot 25, Concession 5, Barrie - Aragain Lodge TC to WR-X13
On lands Zoned RW-5, rezone the retained and severed lots to WR, including an
Exception to permit the existing oversized sleep cabins - Planning Applications
B1/13 - NF(Ba) and B2/13 - NF(Ba).
(f) 1671 Road 509; Roll # 104207001031000 (By-Law Number 46-21)
RW-X6 - Lot 12, Registered Plan Number 1321, Geographic Township
of Miller
Despite the provisions of Section 3.27(e) (Setbacks to Water Bodies)
and Section 4.4.3 (a) (RW Zone Requirements, Principal Uses) to the
contrary, on lands zoned RW-X6, the following provisions also apply:
i.
Minimum setback of the Principal Use (dwelling and attached decks) from
the high water mark of the water body: 20 metres (66 feet);
ii.
Maximum enclosed habitable area of the Principal Use (dwelling): 152.5
square metres (1640 square feet); and,
iii.
Maximum area of uncovered and unenclosed decks attached to the
Principal Use: 50.5 square metres (544 square feet).
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4.5 Mobile Home Park Residential -MHPR
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Mobile
Home Park Residential Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and
any other relevant sections of this By-law.
4.5.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Day Nursery - Licensed
-
Day Nursery - Private
-
Dwelling - Single Detached
-
Mobile Home
-
Parking Area
-
Recreational Vehicle
4.5.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3:
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Home Based Business
-
Swimming Pool
4.5.3 Zone Requirements
(a)
Principal Uses
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this by-law
and for the creation of all new lots.
Metric
Minimum Lot Area for Mobile Home Park
4 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage for Mobile Home Park
200 metres
Minimum Site Area for Mobile Home Lot
0.16 hectares
Minimum Site Frontage for Mobile Home Lot
15 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
All Yards - Mobile Home Park
15 metres
Front Yard - per Mobile Home Lot or Site
6 metres
Rear Yard - per Mobile Home Lot or Site
5 metres
Interior Side Yard - per Mobile Home Lot
or Site
3 metres
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Exterior Side Yard - per Mobile Home Lot
or Site
6 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
Fifteen percent
(15%)
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Mobile Home Lot or
Site
One (1)
b) Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Yard Requirements
See Section 3.1
Maximum Building Height
Accessory Building
See Section 3.1
Maximum Lot Coverage for Mobile Home Park
See Section 3.1
4.5.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
Each Mobile Home Lot or Site shall be accessible by means of an internal road;
(b)
A landscaped open space shall be provided on all lot boundaries of a Mobile
Home Park that is a minimum of 7.5 metres in width.
4.5.5 Exception Zones
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4.6
Hamlet - H
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Hamlet
Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any other relevant
sections of this By-law.
4.6.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Auto Repair Garage*
-
Auto Service Station (see Section 4.6.4.b)*
-
Bakery
-
Bank
-
Building Supply Store (see Section 4.6.4.b)*
-
Car Wash (see Section 4.6.4.b)*
-
Clinic
-
Commercial Greenhouse (see Section 4.6.4.b)*
-
Community Facility
-
Compressed Gas Sales and Services
-
Construction Yard/Contractor's Yard
-
Continuum-of-Care Facility
-
Convenience Store
-
Crisis Care Facility
-
Day Nursery - Licensed
-
Day Nursery - Private
-
Dwelling - Apartment
-
Dwelling - Duplex
-
Dwelling - Mobile Home
-
Dwelling - Row
-
Dwelling - Semi Detached
-
Dwelling - Single Detached
-
Dwelling - Triplex
-
Equipment Rental Establishment (see Section 4.6.4.b)*
-
Funeral Parlour
-
Garden Centre
-
Gasoline Bar (see Section 4.6.4.b)*
-
Group Home
-
Hotel
-
Laundromat
-
Live/Work Unit
-
Lumber Yard
-
Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment
-
Marina
-
Market
-
Micro-Brewery
-
Motel
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Office
-
Parking Lot - Commercial
-
Personal Service Establishment
-
Place of Amusement
-
Place of Assembly
-
Place of Worship
-
Printing and Publishing Establishment
-
Sporting Establishment
-
Recreational Vehicle Sales and Storage (see Section 4.6.4.b)*
-
Refreshment Vehicle
-
Restaurant
-
Retail Store
-
School - Private
-
School - Public
-
Self-Storage Facility
-
Service Outlet
-
Studio
-
Tourist Establishment
-
Transportation Depot
-
Vehicle Sales Establishment (see Section 4.6.4.b)*
-
Veterinary Establishment
-
Warehouse (see Section 4.6.4.b)*
4.6.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3.
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Bed and Breakfast
-
Garden Suite
-
Home Based Business
-
Loft-Above-a-Garage
-
Secondary Dwelling
-
Sleep Cabin
-
Swimming Pool
4.6.3 Zone Requirements
(a)
Principal Uses (excluding Tourist Establishment)
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this
by-law and for the creation of all new lots.
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
0.4 hectares
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Minimum Lot Frontage
46 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Interior Side Yard - where commercial
use abuts a residential use
7 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
Fifteen percent
(15%)
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
Two (2)
(b)
Principal Use - Tourist Establishment
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this by-law
and for the creation of all new lots.
Metric
Overall Minimum Lot Area (Does not apply to Lots of
Record)
4 hectares
Overall Minimum Lot Frontage -Water (if applicable)
200 metres
- Road
75 metres
Overall Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard - Water (if applicable)
30 metres
- Road
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Interior Side Yard - where commercial
use abuts a residential use
7 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Overall Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage (Total)
Forty percent
(40%)
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Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
Minimum Distance Separation between Detached
Dwelling Unit and a Commercial Use on the same lot
6 metres
Special Provisions Tourist Cabins:
Minimum Area per Tourist Cabin
0.4 hectares
Minimum Distance between Tourist
Cabins
6 metres
Special Provisions Camping Lots - Tents:
Density of Camping Lots
One (1) camping
lot per 185 square
metres
Special Provisions Trailer Park:
Density of Recreational Vehicles
One (1)
recreational
vehicle per 660
square metres
Minimum Distance between Recreational
Vehicles
6 metres
(c)
Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Yard Requirements
See Section 3.1
Maximum Building Height
Accessory Building
See Section 3.1
Maximum Lot Coverage
Accessory Buildings and Structures
See Section 3.1
Non-Residential Uses
See Section 3.1
Residential Uses
See Section 3.1
4.6.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
An accessory dwelling unit may be located within a building occupied by a
commercial use.
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(b)
Permitted uses denoted with an * shall only be permitted where the lot has
frontage on and direct access to highway 41, Highway 506, highway 509 or a
Township-owned Class Four (4) road as set out in the Township's Level of
Service Policy for Township roads.
(c)
For a Tourist Establishment with Recreational Vehicles, enclosures, overhangs,
porches, roof-overs, expansions, or additions are not permitted on or abutting a
recreational vehicle, with the exception of pre-engineered and removable add-a-
rooms manufactured specifically for the purpose of adding additional space to a
recreational vehicle.
4.6.5 Exception Zones
(a)
Roll # 1042-050-010-85603
H-X1 - Part of lot 15, Range B, Township of Barrie, Hamlet of Cloyne, (Jewell
Road) Part 11 of Plan 13R-142.
On lands zoned H-X1, only an accessory garage shall be permitted.
(b)
Roll #1042-060-010-12600 (By-law #08-90)
H-X2 - Lots 16, 17, 18 and 19 on Plan 61, Township of Clarendon, Hamlet of
Plevna, located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Road 506 and the
Buckshot lake Road.
On lands zoned H-X2, permitted uses shall include an arcade.
(c)
Roll # 1042-100-030-15420 (By-law #23-92)
H-X3 - Part of lot 29, Concession 3, Township of Palmerston, Plan 13R-4225,
Hamlet of Ompah.
On lands Zoned H-X3, permitted uses shall include a heliport provided that:
i)
The minimum separation distances between the outer fenced perimeter
of the heliport landing surface and any lot line shall be 29 metres (95.1
ft.);
ii) Visual screening, noise attenuation and downwash abatement measures
will consist of any combination of plantings, grassed open space and
fencing sufficient in materials and size to provide an effective screen;
iii) Screening will consist of a minimum width of 3 metres (9.84 ft.) of
landscaped open space where these lands abut a lot.
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4.7
Rural - RU
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Rural
Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any other relevant
sections of this By-law.
4.7.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Agricultural Use
-
Commercial Greenhouse
-
Community Facility
-
Continuum-of-Care Facility
-
Day Nursery - Licensed
-
Day Nursery - Private
-
Dwelling - Mobile Home
-
Dwelling - Single Detached
-
Equestrian Establishment
-
Group Home
-
Live/Work Unit
-
Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment
-
Place of Worship
-
Principal Storage Unit
-
Refreshment Vehicle
-
School - Private
-
School - Public
-
Studio
-
Wayside Pit
-
Wayside Quarry
4.7.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3:
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Bed and Breakfast
-
Garden Suite
-
Hobby Farm
-
Home Based Business
-
Loft-Above-a-Garage
-
Secondary Dwelling
-
Sleep Cabin
-
Swimming Pool
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4.7.3 Zone Requirements
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this
by-law and for the creation of all new lots.
(a)
Principal Uses - All Uses Except Agricultural and Equestrian
Establishment
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
0.8 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage
46 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
fifteen percent
(15%)
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
(b) Principal Uses - Agricultural and Equestrian Establishment
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
4 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage
75 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard
15 metres
Rear Yard
10 metres
Interior Side Yard
10 metres
Exterior Side Yard - per site
10 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
Twenty-five percent
(25%)
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(c) Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
Hobby Farm
2 hectares
Secondary Dwelling
0.8 hectares
Minimum Yard Requirements
Accessory Building and Structures
See Section 3.1
Hobby Farm
In compliance with
Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS)
Criteria
Maximum Building Height
Accessory Building and Structures
See Section 3.1
Hobby Farm
See Section 3.19
All other Accessory Uses
See Section 3.1
Secondary Dwelling
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
See Section 3.1
Maximum Number of Secondary Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
Minimum Separation Distance between residential use
and non-residential use on the same lot
6 metres
4.7.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
Despite anything in Section 4.7.2 to the contrary, on land within 300 metres of the
high water mark of Reid Lake, Lucky Lake, Mackie Lake, Camp Lake, Big Ohlman
Lake, Mosque Lake, Kishkebus Lake, Shabomeka Lake or Little Green Lake, the
maximum permitted number of dwelling units per lot shall be one (1);
(b)
A park or parking area shall not be subject to minimum lot area or lot frontage
requirements but shall comply with the setback requirements of Section 4.7.2;
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(c)
Despite anything in Section 4.7.2 to the contrary, Wayside Pits and Wayside
Quarries shall be subject only to a minimum yard requirement of 15 meters;
(d)
Development shall only be on lots with frontage on a public street;
(e)
Any livestock or manure storage facility, shall comply with the Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS) Criteria.
4.7.5 Exception Zones
(a)
Roll #: 1042-090-020-03506 (By-law #14-10)
RU-X2 - Part of Lot 27, Concession 8, Township of Palmerston
On lands Zoned RU-X2, despite the definition of Kennel in this By-law, a kennel
in the RU-X2 zone shall not be required to be registered or eligible to be
registered with the Canadian Kennel Club or any other recognized registry;
(b)
Roll # 1042-060-010-18900 (By-law #21-18)
RU-X3 - Part of Lot 41 (E1/4), Concession 10, Geographic Township of
Clarendon.
On lands zoned RU-X3, permitted uses shall include self-storage facility. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
(c) 12059 Road 509; Roll # 104209002003103 (By-Law Number 42-21)
RU-X4 - Part of Lot 23, Concession 8, Geographic Township of Palmerston
On lands zoned RU-X4, permitted uses shall include a maximum of one principal
Dwelling and two Secondary Dwelling Units (see Section 3.1.3) for a total of three
Dwelling Units, in addition to all other uses permitted in the Rural zone.
(d) 1406 Gulley Road; Roll # 1042 090 010 12900 (By-Law #30-22)
RU-X5 - Part Lots 7 and 8, Concession 10, Geographic Township of
Palmerston
(1) Despite the provisions of Section 4.7.1 and Section 4.7.2 (RU Zone
Permitted Uses) to the contrary, on lands zoned RU-X5, only the
following uses are permitted:
(a)
Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Agricultural Use
-
Cemetery
-
Commercial Greenhouse
-
Community Facility
-
Day Nursery - Licensed
-
Day Nursery - Private
-
Dwelling - Single Detached
-
Equestrian Establishment
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Group Home
-
Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment
-
Place of Worship
-
School - Private
-
Studio
(b)
Permitted Uses - Accessory
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Backyard Chickens
-
Bed and Breakfast
-
Cheese Factory, Tourist-Oriented
-
Farm Produce Outlet
-
Garden Suite
-
Hobby Farm
-
Home-Based Business
-
Micro-Brewery
-
Refreshment Vehicle
-
Sleep Cabin
-
Loft-Above-a-Garage
-
Secondary Dwelling
-
Swimming Pool
-
Tourist Cabin
-
Tourist Establishment
(2) Despite the provisions of Section 2 (Definitions) to the contrary, on
lands zoned RU-X5, the following definitions shall also apply:
Cheese Factory, Tourist Oriented: Means a commercial
establishment that stores, processes, sells or distributes cheese and
cheese products produced on-site. This may also include an
accessory on-site retail outlet and accessory food and beverage
service.
(3) Despite the provisions of Section 4.7.3 (Zone Requirements) to the
contrary, on lands zoned RU-X5, the following provisions shall apply
(a) Principal Uses - Residential Uses
Lot Area and Frontage
Minimum Lot Area
0.8 hectares
Minimum Water Frontage
77 metres
Minimum Road Frontage
46 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard - without shoreline frontage
7 metres
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Lot Area and Frontage
Front Yard - with shoreline frontage
30 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Other Provisions
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
15 percent
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One
(b) Principal Uses - Agricultural Use and Equestrian Establishment
Lot Area and Frontage
Minimum Lot Area
4 hectares
Minimum Water Frontage
77 metres
Minimum Road Frontage
75 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard - without shoreline frontage
15 metres
Front Yard - with shoreline frontage
150 metres
Rear Yard
10 metres
Interior Side Yard
10 metres
Exterior Side Yard - per site
10 metres
Other Provisions
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
25 percent
(c) Principal Uses - All Uses Except Residential Uses, Agricultural Uses and
Equestrian Establishment
Lot Area and Frontage
Minimum Lot Area
0.8 hectares
Minimum Water Frontage
77 metres
Minimum Road Frontage
46 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard - without shoreline frontage
7 metres
Front Yard - with shoreline frontage
60 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Other Provisions
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
15 percent
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One
(d) Accessory Uses
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Minimum Lot Area
Hobby Farm
2 hectares
Kennel
0.8 hectares
Minimum Yard Requirements
Accessory Buildings and Structures
See Section 3.1
Farm Produce Outlet
Micro-Brewery
Refreshment Vehicle
Secondary Dwelling
Tourist Cabin
Tourist Establishment
60 metres from a waterbody
Hobby Farm
In compliance with Minimum
Distance Separation (MDS)
criteria and 60 metres from a
waterbody
Kennel
30 metres from any lot line and
150 metres from a waterbody
Maximum Building Height
Accessory Buildings and Structures
See Section 3.1
Hobby Farm
10 metres
Kennel
See Section 3.23
Maximum Lot Coverage
25 percent
Minimum Separation Distance between
residential use and non-residential use on the
same lot
6 metres
Maximum Floor Area
Cheese Factory, Tourist-Oriented - principal
production facility
190 m2
Cheese Factory, Tourist-Oriented - accessory
structures (total combined floor area)
75 m2
(e) 1200 Road 506; Roll # 1042 040 010 69040 (By-Law #31-22)
RU-X6 - Part Lot 35, Concession 4, Geographic Township of Barrie
(4) Despite the provisions of Section 4.7.1 and Section 4.7.2 (RU Zone
Permitted Uses) to the contrary, on lands zoned RU-X6, the following
uses are also permitted:
(c)
Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Animal Sanctuary
(d)
Permitted Uses - Accessory to an Animal Sanctuary
-
Restaurant
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(5) Despite the provisions of Section 2 (Definitions) to the contrary, on
lands zoned RU-X6, the following definitions shall also apply:
Animal Sanctuary: Means a building, structure, or land for the
purpose of providing a place of refuge for animals and does not
include the sale or trade of animals, breeding programs, or animal
testing.
(6) Despite the provisions of Section 4.7.3 (Zone Requirements) to the
contrary, on lands zoned RU-X6, the following provisions shall apply:
(e) Minimum Lot Area for an Animal Sanctuary or Hobby Farm:
0.635 hectares (1.57 acres)
(f) Maximum Cumulative Gross Floor Area of all buildings or
structures for an Animal Sanctuary or Hobby Farm: 260 square
metres (2,798.7 square feet)
(g) Maximum Gross Floor Area of an Accessory Restaurant: 70
square metres (753.5 square feet)
(h) The use of an Accessory Restaurant shall not include a drive-
through facility.
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4.8
Limited Service Rural - LSR
Explanatory note (does not form part of this By-law): The Limited Service Rural Zone
identifies land which does not have access to or frontage on an opened and maintained
public highway and means that municipal services which may normally be provided on
an opened public highway will not be provided or guaranteed, including, but not limited
to:
-
Snow ploughing, road upgrading, and school bussing.
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Limited
Service Rural Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any other
relevant sections of this By-law.
4.8.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Agricultural Use
-
Community Facility
-
Day Nursery - Licensed
-
Day Nursery - Private
-
Dwelling- Single Detached
-
Equestrian Establishment
-
Group Home
-
Live/Work Unit
-
Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment
-
Principal Storage Unit
-
School - Private
-
Studio
-
Wayside Pit
-
Wayside Quarry
4.8.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3:
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Bed and Breakfast
-
Garden Suite
-
Hobby Farm
-
Home Based Business
-
Loft-Above-a-Garage
-
Secondary Dwelling
-
Sleep Cabin
-
Swimming Pool
4.8.3 Zone Requirements
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this by-law
and for the creation of all new lots.
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(a)
Principal Uses - Residential
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
0.8 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage
46 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Exterior Side Yard - per site
7 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
Fifteen percent
(15%)
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
(b)
Principal Uses - Agricultural and Equestrian
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
4 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage
75 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard
15 metres
Rear Yard
10 metres
Interior Side Yard
10 metres
Exterior Side Yard - per site
10 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage - all uses
Twenty-five
percent (25%)
Minimum Separation Distance between residential use and
non-residential Use
6 metres
(c)
Accessory Uses
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Metric
Minimum Lot Area
Hobby Farm
2 hectares
Secondary Dwelling
0.8 hectares
Minimum Yard Requirements
Accessory Buildings and Structures
Section 3.1
Hobby Farm
In compliance
with Minimum
Distance
Separation
(MDS) Criteria
Secondary Dwelling
See
Residential
Uses above -
4.8.3 (a)
Maximum Building Height
Accessory Building and Structures
Section 3.1
Hobby Farm
10 metres
Secondary Dwelling
10 metres
All other Accessory Uses
Section 3.1
Maximum Lot Coverage
All Uses
Section 3.1
Maximum Number of Secondary Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
4.8.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
Despite anything in Section 4.8.2 to the contrary, Wayside Pits and Wayside
Quarries shall be subject only to a minimum yard requirement of 15 metres;
(b)
Any livestock or manure storage facility shall comply with the Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS) Criteria.
4.8.5 Exception Zones
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4.9 Limited Service Waterfront - LSW
Explanatory note (does not form part of this By-law): The Limited Service Waterfront
Zone identifies land which has water frontage and does not have direct access to an
opened and maintained public highway and means that municipal services which may
normally be provided on an opened public highway, will not be provided or guaranteed,
including but not limited to:
-
Snow ploughing, road upgrading, and school bussing.
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Limited
Service Waterfront Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any
other relevant sections of this By-law.
4.9.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Day Nursery - Licensed
-
Day Nursery - Private
-
Dwelling- Single Detached
-
Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment
-
Studio
4.9.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3:
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Bed and Breakfast
-
Hobby Farm
-
Home Based Business
-
Loft-Above-a-Garage
-
Sleep Cabin
-
Swimming Pool
-
Waterfront Structures
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4.9.3 Zone Requirements
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this by-law
and for the creation of all new lots.
(a)
Principal Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
0.8 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage - Water
77 metres
Minimum Water Frontage on a Narrow Water Body Channel
91 metres
Minimum Lot Frontage - Road
46 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard - with shoreline frontage
30 metres
Front Yard - with no shoreline frontage
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
Fifteen percent
(15%)
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
(b)
Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
Hobby Farm
2 hectares
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard - Waterfront Structures
Section 3.1
Interior Side Yard - Waterfront Structures
Section 3.1
Maximum Building Height
Accessory Buildings and structures
Section 3.1
Hobby Farm
10 metres
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Maximum Lot Coverage
Section 3.1
4.9.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
With the exception of a boathouse/boat port or dock all shoreline structures shall
be constructed within the confines of the property boundaries of a lot;
(b)
Despite anything in Section 4.9.2 to the contrary, on land within 300 metres of the
high water mark of Reid Lake, Lucky Lake, Mackie Lake, Camp Lake, Big Ohlman
Lake, Mosque Lake, Kishkebus Lake, Shabomeka Lake, Buckshot Lake, Round
Schooner Lake or Little Green Lake, the maximum permitted number of dwelling
units per lot shall be one (1).
4.9.5 Exception Zones
(a) Carson Subdivision
On lands Zoned as LSW-X1, no development shall occur below an elevation of 2
metres (6.56 ft.) above the high-water mark of the Mississippi River and the
McLarens Depot Snye; also, that on Blocks 42, 43, 44, 45, 46 and 47, Registered
Plan 1882, the provisions of the Open Space (OS) Zone shall apply excepting
that no building or structure except a marine facility shall be located closer than
6 metres (19.6 ft.) from any lot line. All other provisions of this By-law shall prevail;
(b)
North Shore Estates
On lands Zoned LSW-X2, the minimum setback of any sewage disposal system
shall be 30 metres (98.4 ft.) from the high-water mark of Palmerston Lake; all
lands within 30 metres (98.4 ft.) of the shoreline shall be left in their natural state;
the minimum floor area of any dwelling shall be 112 square metres (1,205.5 ft²).
(c)
Roll #1042-110-040-19950 (By-law #93-09)
LSW-X3 - Norcan Lake Subdivision, Part of Lots 18 and 19, Concession 8 and 9,
North Canonto.
On lands Zoned LSW-X3, the minimum lot frontage shall be 32.82 metres [107.7
ft.]. Also, frontage on a public street or road shall mean lots which front on a road
dedicated to the Municipality but maintained privately under an agreement with
the Township of North Frontenac. Lots which are deemed to comply with this
provision for access may be developed for any permitted use. For the purposes
of this By-law, the minimum lot area shall be the lot areas as set out in the final
approved plan of subdivision. The minimum setback for the main building or
accessory building from Juniper Creek shall be 30 metres [98.4 ft.] measured
from the centre line of the creek. Lots within the LSW-X3 Zone shall be deemed
to fall within a Limited Service Zone which means that municipal or community
services which may normally be provided to an open public highway will not be
guaranteed including but not limited to school bussing, garbage pickup, access
by emergency vehicles;
(c)
Roll #1042-110-040-19990; 19910; 19920; 19930; 19940; 19980; 20020;
20030; 20040; 20050; 20060; 20070; 20080 (By-law #93-09)
LSW-X4 - Plan 13M83, Norcan Lake
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On lands Zoned LSW-X4, the lot line abutting the Shoreline of Norcan Lake shall
be deemed the front lot line and the lot frontage for waterfront lots shall be
calculated on the water side of the lot. Also, frontage on a public street or road
shall mean lots which front on a road dedicated to the Municipality but maintained
privately under an agreement with the Township of North Frontenac. Lots which
are deemed to comply with this provision for access may be developed for any
permitted use. For the purposes of this By-law, the minimum lot area shall be the
lot areas as set out in the final approved plan of subdivision. The minimum
setback for the main building or accessory building from Juniper Creek shall be
30 metres [98.4 ft.] measured from the centre line of the creek. Lots within the
LSW-X4 Zone shall be deemed to fall within a Limited Service Zone which means
that municipal or community services which may normally be provided to an open
public highway will not be guaranteed including but not limited to school bussing,
garbage pickup, access by emergency vehicles;
(e)
Roll #1042-110-040-19140 (By-law #160-12)
LSW-X5 - Norcan Lake - Temporary Use By-law (Wilston)
That despite any provision of By-law #15-04 to the contrary, on lands Zoned LSW-
X5 pursuant to this Temporary Use By-law, the following provision shall apply:
-
"A garden suite is permitted subject to the provisions of Section 39 of the
Planning Act; that the period that this Temporary Use By-law shall apply
from December 10, 2012 to December 9, 2032 inclusive".
(f)
Roll #1042-110-040-19170 (By-law #17-18)
LSW-X6 - Norcan Lake - Lot 15 Plan 13M-53
On lands Zoned LSW-X6 the minimum lot area shall be 10 hectares (24.5 ac)
and the maximum lot coverage for accessory uses shall be five percent (5%) to
a maximum of 140 square metres (1,500 ft²); the minimum setback for a seasonal
dwelling and accessory uses shall be 30 metres from the high-water mark and
within the 30 metre setback of the high-water mark, the permitted shoreline uses
shall be a boathouse (wet or dry); a wharf and a dock;
(g)
Roll #1042-010-010-16302 (By-law #27-04)
LSW-X7 - Mississagagon Lake, Part of Lot 13, Concession 8, Plan 13R-8472
On lands Zoned LSW-X7 permitted uses shall include a seasonal dwelling and
accessory buildings or structures. The shoreline shall be maintained in its natural
state including the existing vegetation cover;
(h)
Roll #1042-030-020-52110 (By-law #77-07)
LSW-X8 - Part of Lot 12, Concession 6, Township of Barrie.
On lands Zoned LSW-X8, a sleep cabin as defined, shall be permitted with a net
floor area not to exceed 30 square metres [322.9 ft2].
(i)
Roll #1042-010-010-03905 (By-law #06-19)
LSW-X9 - Part of Lots 16, 17 and 18, Concession 7, Township of Barrie.
On lands Zoned LSW-X9, the following provisions shall apply:
i.
Accessory structures shall be permitted prior to the construction of the
main building on the subject property;
ii.
Four (4) sleep cabins not to exceed a net floor area of 275 ft² and a
height of two (2) storeys shall be permitted on the subject property
setback a minimum of 150 metres from the high water mark of
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Kashwakamak Lake and shall comply with all other provisions in the
Zoning Bylaw;
iii.
Maximum accessory lot coverage permitted shall not exceed five percent
(5%) lot coverage for all accessory structures.
4.10 Rural Co-operative - CO
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Rural
Co-operative Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any other
relevant sections of this By-law.
4.10.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
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Agricultural Use
-
Commercial Greenhouse
-
Construction Yard/Contractor's Yard
-
Continuum-of-Care Facility
-
Day Nursery - Licensed
-
Day Nursery - Private
-
Dwelling - Apartment
-
Dwelling - Duplex
-
Dwelling - Mobile Home
-
Dwelling Row
-
Dwelling - Single Detached
-
Industrial Use - Class I
-
Live/Work Unit
-
Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment
-
Market
-
Office
-
Personal Service Establishment
-
Place of Assembly
-
Place of Worship
-
Printing and Publishing Establishment
-
Retail Store
-
School - Private
-
Studio
-
Wayside Pit
4.10.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3.
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Bed and Breakfast
-
Garden Suite
-
Hobby Farm
-
Home Based Business
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Secondary Dwelling
-
Swimming Pool
4.10.3 Zone Requirements
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this by-law
and for the creation of all new lots.
(a)
All Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
10 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage
100 metres
Maximum Building Height
11 metres
Maximum Density
One (1)
dwelling per
hectare
Maximum Lot Coverage
Ten percent
(10%)
4.10.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
Site Plan Control approval shall be required;
(b)
All principal structures shall be erected not closer than 6 metres to other principal
structures;
(c)
No building or structure shall be erected in the Rural Co-operative (CO) Zone
unless the lot upon which such building or structure is to be erected has frontage
onto and direct access to a public street, private lane or un-assumed road or is
an authorized water access lot (see Section 3.14);
(d)
An accessory dwelling unit may be located within a building occupied by any
commercial use or may be detached where it complies with the requirements of
Section 3.1;
(e)
Accessory uses, buildings, and structures, parking, special separation distances
and other general provisions shall be in accordance with Section Three (3) of this
By-law; and
(f)
Despite the requirements of Section 4.10.3, setback and frontage requirements
for buildings and structures within a Rural Co-Operative (CO) Zone shall be
measured from a private lane used to provide access to a dwelling, as applicable.
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4.11 General Commercial - GC
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the General
Commercial Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any other
relevant sections of this By-law.
4.11.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
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Auto Repair Garage
-
Auto Service Station (see Section 4.11.4.b)*
-
Bakery
-
Bank
-
Building Supply Store (see Section 4.11.4.b)*
-
Car Wash (see Section 4.11.4.b)*
-
Clinic
-
Commercial Greenhouse (see Section 4.11.4.b)*
-
Compressed Gas Sales and Services
-
Construction Yard/Contractor's Yard
-
Convenience Store
-
Day Nursery - Licensed
-
Day Nursery - Private
-
Equestrian Establishment
-
Equipment and Vehicle Storage Yard
-
Equipment Rental Establishment (see Section 4.11.4.b)*
-
Farm Produce Outlet
-
Funeral Parlour
-
Garden Centre
-
Gasoline Bar (see Section 4.11.4.b)*
-
Golf Course
-
Hotel
-
Laundromat
-
Live/Work Unit
-
Lumber Yard
-
Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment
-
Marina
-
Market
-
Micro-Brewery
-
Motel
-
Office
-
Parking Lot - Commercial
-
Personal Service Establishment
-
Place of Amusement
-
Place of Assembly
-
Place of Worship
-
Printing and Publishing Establishment
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Sporting Establishment
-
Recreational Vehicle Sales and Storage (see Section 4.11.4.b)*
-
Refreshment Vehicle
-
Restaurant
-
Retail Store
-
School - Private
-
Self-Storage Facility
-
Service Outlet
-
Shooting Range
-
Storage Compound
-
Studio
-
Tradespersons Establishment
-
Transportation Depot
-
Vehicle Sales Establishment (see Section 4.11.4.b)*
-
Veterinary Establishment
-
Warehouse (see Section 4.11.4.b)*
-
Wellness Centre
4.11.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3:
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Bed and Breakfast
-
Dwelling - Single Detached
-
Secondary Dwelling
-
Swimming Pool
4.11.3 Zone Requirements
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this by-law
and for the creation of all new lots.
(a)
Principal Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
0.8 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage - Water (if located on water)
77 metres
- Road
60 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
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Interior Side Yard - where commercial
use abuts a residential use
7 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
Forty percent
(40%)
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
Minimum Distance Separation between Detached Dwelling
Unit and a Commercial Use on the same lot
6 metres
(b)
Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
Minimum Yard Requirements
Section 3.1
Maximum Building Height
Accessory Buildings and structures
Section 3.1
Secondary Dwelling
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
Section 3.1
Maximum Number of Secondary Dwellings
One (1)
4.11.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
An accessory dwelling unit may be located within a building occupied by a
commercial use;
(b)
Permitted uses denoted with an * shall only be permitted where the lot has
frontage on and direct access to Highway 41 or Township owned Class Four (4)
roads as set out in the Township's Level of Service Policy for Township Roads;
(c)
Where a commercial use abuts a residential or sensitive land use on an adjacent
lot, a buffer strip shall be provided along the abutting lot line(s) in accordance with
Section Three (3).
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4.11.5 Exception Zones
(a)
Roll # 1042-100-030-01618
GC-X1 - Part of Lot 28, Concession 1, Hamlet of Ompah
On lands Zoned GC-X1, the minimum front yard and interior yard shall be 8
metres (26.2 ft²); the minimum rear yard shall be 10 metres (32.8 ft²); the
maximum lot coverage shall be fifty percent (50%) and the maximum building
height shall be 11 metres (36 ft²);
(b)
Roll # 090-010-05400
GC-X2 - Part of Lot 4, Concession 6, Township of Palmerston
On lands Zoned GC-X2, permitted uses shall include an explosive testing facility
that shall be operated in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Explosives
Act an associated regulations (Federal) and the Occupational Health and Safety
Act and associated regulations (Provincial);
(c)
Roll # 1042- 090-010-17107 (By-law #97-16)
GC-X3 - Part of Lot 10, Concession 11, Township of Palmerston
On lands Zoned GC-X3, that Schedule 'A1' to By-law #15-04 is amended by
changing the Zoning of certain lands, having an area of approximately 0.4097
hectares (1.01 ac) legally described as Part of Lot 10, Concession 11, geographic
Township of Palmerston, of the Township of North Frontenac, from the
Recreational Commercial (RC) Zone to the General Commercial Exception (GC-
X3) Zone.
Despite Section 5.12.1 of By-law #15-04, on lands Zoned GC-X3, the permitted
uses shall be:
-
Accessory Dwelling Unit
-
Accessory Use
-
Bakery
-
Bank
-
Clinic
-
Convenience Store
-
Garden Centre
-
Market
-
Motel
-
Office
-
Parking Lot - Commercial
-
Personal Service Establishment
-
Place of Amusement
-
Place of Assembly
-
Place of Worship and accessory buildings
-
Public Service Use
-
Public Utility
-
Recreational Commercial Establishment
-
Restaurant
-
Retail Store
-
Studio
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Tourist Establishment
-
Veterinary Establishment
-
Workshop or Custom Workshop
Despite Section 5.12.2 of By-law #15-04, on lands Zoned GC-X3, the Minimum
Lot Area shall be 0.4 hectares; the Lot Frontage shall be 89 metres; the Minimum
Yard Requirements for the Main Use shall be for Interior Side Yard 3 metres and
for the Rear Yard shall be 7 metres.
(d)
Roll #1042-040-010-69500 (By-law #48-09)
GC-X4 - Part of Lot 34, Concession 5, Township of Barrie
On lands Zoned GC-X4, despite Section 4.11.1 of this By-law to the contrary,
permitted uses shall be limited to a mixed use development consisting of a
commercial greenhouse and a single detached dwelling, as well as accessory
uses in accordance with Section 3.1.
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4.12 Recreational Commercial - RC
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the
Recreational Commercial Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section
and any other relevant sections of this By-law.
4.12.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Golf Course
-
Hotel
-
Marina
-
Motel
-
Tourist Establishment
4.12.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section
3:
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Compressed Gas Sales and Services
-
Convenience Store
-
Dwelling - Park Model Trailer
-
Dwelling - Single Detached
-
Gasoline Bar
-
Laundromat
-
Place of Amusement
-
Place of Assembly
-
Place of Worship
-
Refreshment Vehicle
-
Restaurant
-
Retail Store
-
Sporting Establishment
-
Studio
-
Waterfront Structure
4.12.3 Zone Requirements
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this by-law
and for the creation of all new lots.
(a)
Principal Uses (Excluding Tourist Establishment)
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
0.8 hectares
Minimum Lot Frontage - Water (if applicable)
77 metres
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- Road
60 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard - Water (if applicable)
30 metres
- Road
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Interior Side Yard - where commercial
use abuts a residential use
7 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage (Total)
Forty percent
(40%)
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
Minimum Distance Separation between Detached
Dwelling Unit and a Commercial Use
6 metres
(b)
Principal Use - Tourist Establishment
Metric
Overall Minimum Lot Area
4 hectares
Overall Minimum Lot Frontage -Water (if applicable)
200 metres
- Road
75 metres
Overall Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard - Water (if applicable)
30 metres
- Road
7 metres
Rear Yard
7 metres
Interior Side Yard
3 metres
Interior Side Yard - where commercial
use abuts a residential use
7 metres
Exterior Side Yard
7 metres
Overall Maximum Building Height
10 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage (Total)
Forty percent
(40%)
Maximum Number of Dwellings per Lot
One (1)
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Minimum Distance Separation between Detached
Dwelling Unit and a Commercial Use on the same lot
6 metres
Special Provisions Tourist Cabins/Park Model Trailers:
Minimum Area per Tourist Cabin/Park
Model Trailer
0.4 hectares
Minimum Distance between Tourist
Cabins/Park Model Trailers
6 metres
Special Provisions Camping Lots - Tents:
Density of Camping Lots
One (1) camping
lot per 185 square
metres
Special Provisions Trailer Park:
Density of Recreational Vehicles
One (1)
recreational
vehicle per 660
square metres
Minimum Distance between Recreational
Vehicles
6 metres
(c) Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Yard Requirements
See Section 3.1
Maximum Building Height
Accessory Building
See Section 3.1
Maximum Lot Coverage
Accessory Buildings and Structures
13 square metres
per recreational
vehicle site or in
accordance with
Site Plan
4.12.5 Additional Provisions
(a)
An accessory dwelling unit may be located within a building occupied by a
commercial use;
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(b)
Where a commercial use abuts a residential or sensitive land use on an adjacent
lot a buffer strip shall be provided along the abutting lot line(s) in accordance with
Section Three (3).
(c)
For a Tourist Establishment with Recreational Vehicles, enclosures, overhangs,
porches, roof-overs, expansions, or additions are not permitted on or abutting a
recreational vehicle, with the exception of pre-engineered and removable add-a-
rooms manufactured specifically for the purpose of adding additional space to a
recreational vehicle.
4.12.6 Exception Zones
(a)
Roll # 1042-010-010-22400 (By-law #92-19)
RC-X1 - Mississagagon Lake, Part of Lots 6 and 7, Concession 9
On lands zoned RC-X1, the maximum number of recreational vehicle sites shall
be twelve (12). All other provisions of this By-law shall prevail.
(b)
Roll # 1042-080-010-57400 (By-law #05-97)
RC-X2 - Mackie Lake, Part of Lot 28, Concession 10
On lands Zoned RC-X2, the zone requirements shall be deemed to conform with
the conditions of severance and this By-law;
(c)
Roll # 1042-060-020-05600 (By-law #07-97)
RC-X3 - Mississippi River, Part of Lot 26, Concession 6
On lands Zoned as RC-X3, the maximum number of recreational vehicle sites
shall be fifty (50) on lands which include the shoreline road allowance of the
Mississippi River. All other provisions of this By-law shall prevail.
(d)
Roll# 1042-100-030-01550 (By-law #08-01)
RC-X4 - Palmerston Lake, Part of Lot 28, Concession 1, Township of Palmerston
On lands Zoned RC-X4, the following exceptions to this By-law shall apply:
Permitted Uses
-
Maximum of three (3) rental residential units plus accessory buildings and
structures per lot.
Zone Restrictions
-
Minimum Lot Area 0.4 ha ..................................................... (1 ac.)
-
Minimum Front Yard 45 metres ............................................ (147.6 ft.)
-
Minimum Rear Yard 10 metres ............................................. (32.8 ft.)
-
Minimum Interior Side Yard 8 metres ................................... (26.2 ft.)
-
Minimum Exterior Side Yard 8 metres .................................. (26.2 ft.)
-
Minimum Setback from water for all buildings and structures
-
including sewage disposal systems 15 metres .................... (49.2 metres)
(e)
Roll #1042-070-020-34400 (By-law #07-08)
RC-X5 - Part of Lot 18, Concession 14, Township of Clarendon
On lands Zoned RC-X5, the minimum front yard requirements for a lot with
shoreline frontage shall be the existing setbacks for each of the four (4) cabins
respectively, as shown on Schedule 'B' to By-law #07-08.
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4.13 Industrial - I
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Industrial
Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any other relevant sections
of this By-law.
4.13.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Abattoir
-
Auto Repair Garage
-
Auto Service Station
-
Building Supply Store
-
Cannabis Production and Processing Facility
-
Car Wash
-
Class I Industry
-
Class II Industrial
-
Class III Industrial
-
Concrete Plant
-
Construction Yard/Contractor's Yard
-
Equipment and Vehicle Storage Yard
-
Lumber Yard
-
Maple Syrup Processing and Sales Establishment
-
Office
-
Parking Lot Commercial
-
Printing and Publishing Establishment
-
Salvage Yard
-
Saw Mill
-
Self-Storage Facility
-
Service Outlet
-
Warehouse
4.13.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section 3:
- Accessory Buildings and Structures;
- Accessory Dwelling.
4.13.3 Zone Requirements
The minimum frontage and lot area apply to lots created after the passage of this by-law
and for the creation of all new lots.
(a)
Principal Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
2 hectares
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Minimum Lot Frontage
100 metres
Minimum Yard Requirements - all yards
15 metres
Maximum Building Height
15 metres
Maximum Lot Coverage
Forty percent
(40%)
(b)
Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard
15 metres
Rear Yard
5 metres
Interior Side Yard
5 metres
Rear/Interior Side Yard - where an
industrial use abuts a sensitive land use
10 metres
Exterior Side Yard
15 metres
Maximum Building Height - All Accessory Uses
Section 3.1
Maximum Lot Coverage
Section 3.1
4.13.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
Where an industrial use abuts a residential or sensitive land use on an adjacent lot,
a buffer strip shall be provided along the abutting lot line(s) in accordance with Section
Three (3);
(b)
For a salvage yard, the storage compound for motor vehicles or other materials shall
be completely obscured from any public road or adjacent use by an opaque fence,
screen, or berm of not less than 1.8 metres in height;
(c)
An accessory dwelling located on a lot occupied by a Class II or Class III Industrial
Use or an Automotive Use shall have a minimum separation distance of 100 metres.
4.13.5 Exception Zones
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4.14 Mineral Aggregate Extraction - MXE
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Mineral
Extraction Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any other
relevant sections of this By-law.
4.14.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Agricultural Use
-
Concrete Plant
-
Construction Yard/Contractor's Yard
-
Dwelling - Single Detached
-
Equipment and Vehicle Storage Yard
-
Mineral Aggregate Operation
-
Pit
-
Quarry
-
Wayside Pit
-
Wayside Quarry
4.14.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section 3:
- Accessory Buildings and Structures;
- Support Infrastructure.
4.14.3 Zone Requirements
(a)
Principal Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
The lesser of 0.8 hectares or in
accordance with License
Provisions
Minimum Lot Frontage
The lesser of 46 metres or in
accordance with Licence
Provisions
Minimum Yard Requirements
All Yards
15 metres
From Public Roads
30 metres
Maximum Building Height
15 metres
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(b)
Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Yard Requirements
Front Yard
15 metres
Rear Yard
5 metres
Interior Side Yard
5 metres
Rear Yard/Interior Side Yard - where an
aggregate use abuts a sensitive land use
10 metres
Exterior Side Yard
15 metres
Maximum Building Height - All Accessory Uses
Section 3.1
4.14.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
Where a property in the Mineral Aggregate Extraction Zone contains a Single
Detached Dwelling, the Dwelling shall comply with the provisions of the Rural Zone;
(b)
Where lands Zoned as Mineral Aggregate Extraction are occupied by a dwelling, this
By-law shall not be deemed to prevent the extension or expansion of the existing
dwelling or the erection or extension of an accessory building;
(c)
Where an interior side or rear yard is contiguous to another licensed pit or quarry, no
interior side yard or rear yard is required;
(d)
Where the setback provisions or yard requirements of this By-law conflict with the
Aggregate Resources Act the setbacks or yard requirements of the Act shall prevail.
4.14.5 Exception Zones
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4.15 Mining - MR
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Mining
Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any other relevant
sections of this By-law.
4.15.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
-
Mining Exploration and Prospecting
-
Mineral Mining Operations
-
On-site Smelting and Processing
-
Outdoor Recreation
-
Pit
-
Quarry
-
Storage Buildings
4.15.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions of Section
Three (3):
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
-
Support Infrastructure
4.15.3 Zone Requirements
(a)
Principal Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
0.8 hectares or in accordance
with License provisions
Minimum Lot Frontage
46 metres or in accordance
with License provisions
Minimum Yard Requirements
All Yards
15 metres
From Public Roads
30 metres
Maximum Building Height
15 metres
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(b)
Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Yard Requirements
Section 3.1
Maximum Building Height - All Accessory Uses
Section 3.1
4.15.4 Additional Provisions
4.15.5 Exception Zones
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4.16 Waste Management Facility - WMF
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Waste
Management Facility Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any
other relevant sections of this By-law.
4.16.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
- Agricultural Use
- Office
- Recycling Depot
- Transfer Station
- Waste Management Facility
4.16.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions of Section
Three (3):
- Accessory Buildings and Structures
- Support Infrastructure
4.16.3 Zone Requirements
(a)
Principal Uses
Metric
Minimum Lot Area
4 hectares or in accordance
with License provisions
Minimum Lot Frontage
46 metres or in accordance
with License provisions
Minimum Yard Requirements
All Yards
15 metres
From Public Roads
30 metres
Maximum Building Height
15 metres
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Accessory Uses
Metric
Minimum Yard Requirements
Section 3.1
Maximum Building Height - All Accessory Uses
Section 3.1
4.16.4 Additional Provisions
4.16.5 Exception Zones
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4.17 Environmental Protection - EP
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the
Environmental Protection Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and
any other relevant sections of this By-law.
4.17.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
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Natural Heritage Features and Areas
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Existing uses
4.17.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section 3:
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Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.17.3 Zone Requirements
-
No minimum lot area, frontage or setbacks.
4.17.4 Additional Provisions
(a)
All land under water is within the Environmental Protection (EP);
(b)
No new development shall be permitted unless the lands are rezoned to an
appropriate Zone to suit the proposed development, subject to verification through
supporting studies that any site constraints such as organic soils or natural hazards
can be suitably addressed. Existing uses shall be permitted and extensions thereto
subject to the requirements of the Ontario Building Code.
4.17.5 Exception Zones
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4.18 Crown Land - CROWN
No person shall use any land or erect, alter or use any building or structure in the Crown Land
Zone except in accordance with the provisions of this Section and any other relevant sections
of this By-law.
4.18.1 Permitted Uses - Principal
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Crown Land
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Existing uses
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Conservation Areas
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Provincial Park
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Seasonal Dwelling or Hunt Camp, where authorized by the Province through a Land
Use Permit
4.18.2 Permitted Uses - Accessory
The following accessory uses are permitted subject to the General Provisions in Section 3:
-
Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.18.3 Zone Requirements
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No minimum lot area or frontage.
- Minimum setback from the highwater mark of waterbodies and wetlands: 30 metres
4.18.4 Additional Provisions
4.18.5 Exception Zones
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Part 5 - Overlays
5.1 Overlay Zone Classification
For the purposes of this By-law, the Township of North Frontenac has established overlay(s)
to identify areas which may require additional review or studies prior to development. These
overlay(s) as named and described in the following sections, the boundaries of which are
shown on the Zoning Schedule which is attached to and forms part of this By-law.
5.2 Overlay Zone
Overlay Name
Overlay Symbol
Natural Hazards
NH
5.3 Natural Hazards (NH) Overlay
The Natural Hazards (NH) Overlay Zone as identified in Land Use Schedule to this By-law
applies to lands that could be unsafe for development and site alteration due to naturally
occurring hazards. These may include unstable soils (organic soils), unstable bedrock, or
floodplain. The provisions of the Natural Hazard (NH) Overlay Zone shall take precedence
over the underlying Zone category requirements.
Permitted Uses - Principal
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No building or structure shall be erected, altered or used except in accordance with
the recommendations of an Environmental Impact Study or engineering study
undertaken to the satisfaction of the Township. Where it is identified by the
Conservation Authority having jurisdiction in the area that no natural hazard is
present on the subject property, no study shall be required to be undertaken and the
provisions of the underlying Zone shall be in effect.
Permitted Uses - Accessory
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Accessory uses are permitted to an existing principal use.