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Township of North Huron
Zoning By-law
February 2, 2016
Consolidated May 2026
Prepared by:
- Township of North Huron
- County of Huron Planning and Development Department
Township of North Huron
Consolidation
This document is a consolidation of the Township of North Huron Zoning By-law 82-2008 and
subsequent amendments thereto. This compilation is for convenience for administrative purposes and
does not represent true copies of the by-laws it contains. Any legal interpretation of this document
should be verified with the CAO/Clerk. This consolidated zoning by-law contains:
Zoning By-law 82-2008;
plus the following amendments to By-law 82-2008
By-law:
18-2009
Consent File B48-2016
By-law:
65-2009
By-law:
57-2017 (Temporary Use-expires 2037)
By-law:
81-2009
By-law:
81-2017
By-law:
11-2010
By-law:
11-2018
By-law:
12-2010
By-law:
16-2019
By-law:
33-2010
By-law:
29-2019
By-law:
34-2010
Consent File C20-2018
By-law:
46-2010
By-law:
57-2019
By-law:
48-2010
By-law:
77-2019 (Temporary Use expires 2039)
By-law:
50-2010
By-law:
98-2019 (Housekeeping)
By-law:
20-2011
Consent File C29-2019
By-law:
49-2011
Consent File C88-2019
By-law:
52-2012
Consent File C42-2020
By-law:
61-2012
Consent File C89-2019
By-law:
64-2012
By-law:
60-2020
By-law:
52-2013
By-law:
61-2020
By-law:
22-2014
Consent File C30-2020
By-law:
62-2014
By-law:
04-2022
By-law:
63-2014
By-law:
11-2022
Consent File B36-2014
By-law:
02-2021
By-law:
59-2015
By-law:
17-2021
By-law:
61-2015
By-law:
37-2021
By-law:
62-2015
By-law
53-2021
By-law:
64-2015
By-law:
58-2021
By-law:
73-2015
Consent File C39-2021
Consent File B40-2014
By-law
92-2021 (Temporary Use expires 2024)
By-law:
77-2015
By-law:
04-2022
By-law:
83-2015
By-law:
12-2022
By-law:
07-2016
By-law:
65-2022
By-law:
79-2016
Consent File C05-2022
By-law:
04-2017
Consent File C62-2021
By-law:
79-2016
Consent File C24-2022
By-law:
11-2017
By-law:
70-2023
By-law:
04-2017
By-law:
71-2023 (Comprehensive 5 Year Review)
Consent File B58-2016
Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT File No. OLT-23-001077)
Consent File B40-2016
(outstanding appeal for site-specific property zoning)
Consent File B38-2016
By-law:
82-2024 (Temporary Use expires 2027)
Consent File B31-2016
Consent File C04-2025
Consent C17-2025
By-law:
57-2024
By-Law
41-2024
By-Law
82-2024
By-Law
06-2024
By-Law
57- 2024
By-Law
33-2026
Explanatory Note
Zoning By-Law No. 82 - 2008
of The
Corporation of The Township of North Huron
Preamble
The Zoning By-law was passed on December 1st, 2008 under Section 34 of The Planning Act. It
implements the Official Plan for the Township of North Huron which was adopted by the Council of the
Township of North Huron on December 20th, 2004.
The Zoning By-law comprises both text and zoning maps on which is delineated the various zones
created in the By-law.
Purpose
The purpose of this By-law is to provide the Corporation of the Township of North Huron with
regulations which will affect control over all forms of land use or other related matters within the
Township.
Basis
Such regulations have been deemed necessary and in the public interest by local Council in order that
possible conflicts between existing and proposed land uses can be minimized or reduced in the future.
Affected Lands
The lands directly affected by this By-law can be described as consisting of all properties lying wholly
or partly within the corporate limits of the Township of North Huron.
Existing By-Laws
From the coming into force of this By-law, all previous by-laws of the Township, passed pursuant to
Section 34 of The Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended or a predecessor thereof, shall be deemed
to have been repealed.
Duration
It is the intention of the Council that this Zoning By-law will be effective until circumstances change to
such a degree that a revision and updating of the By-law is required. Additional uses for specific lands
may be permitted by means of a rezoning or amendment to the Zoning By-law. It is the intention of the
Council to accept and review applications to amend the Zoning By-law in order to allow the
establishment of uses which are permitted by the Township of North Huron Official Plan.
Effect
This Zoning By-law is designed to regulate by prohibition all new development except that specifically
allowed in the By-law. This By-law will, however, give Township Council the legal authority to review
the merits of any new use which is not specifically allowed by the By-law. If Council, after studying a
proposal for a new use, is satisfied that the new use is in the best interests of the Township, the new
use may be permitted provided that a separate By-law amending this By-law is passed which would
permit the new use on the specified parcel of land subject to appropriate regulations.
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
The Zoning By-Law
of The Corporation
of The Township of North Huron
By-Law No. 82 - 2008
Being a By-Law, Under the Provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, As
amended to regulate the use of lands and the character, location and use of buildings and
structures and to prohibit certain buildings and structures in various defined areas of The
Corporation of the Township of North Huron.
Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Huron considers it advisable to
regulate the use of land situated within the defined areas, as hereinafter designated, for the
purpose of preventing any further development which would create an adverse effect on the
Corporation, and to prevent the use of lands that would jeopardize future orderly development
and expansion, and to protect the natural environment.
Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Huron enacts as follows:
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Table of Contents
Explanatory Note ............................................................................................................................................4
Section 1 Application, Administration, Enforcement, Interpretation and Schedules ...........................3
Section 2 Definitions ................................................................................................................................... 10
Section 3 General Provisions Table Of Contents .................................................................................. 52
Section 3 General Provisions .................................................................................................................... 54
Section 4 General Agriculture Zone (AG1) ............................................................................................. 77
Section 5 Restricted Agriculture Zone (AG2) ......................................................................................... 82
Section 6 Agricultural Commercial / Industrial Zone (AG3) .................................................................. 83
Section 7 Agricultural Small Holding Zone (AG4) .................................................................................. 85
Section 8 Village Commercial Zone (C1) ................................................................................................ 89
Section 9 Radio Television Commercial Zone (C2) ............................................................................... 93
Section 10 Highway Commercial (C3) ..................................................................................................... 94
Section 11 Core Commercial-Wingham / Blyth Zone (C4) ................................................................... 99
Section 12 Fringe Core Area Commercial (C5) ................................................................................... 104
Section 13 Community Facility Zone (CF) ............................................................................................ 106
Section 14 Disposal Zone (DS) ............................................................................................................... 109
Section 15 Extractive Resource Zone (ER1) ........................................................................................ 110
Section 16 Extractive Industrial Zone (ER2) ......................................................................................... 112
Section 17 Future Development Zone (FD) .......................................................................................... 113
Section 18 Flood Fringe Zone (FF) ........................................................................................................ 114
Section 19 Floodway Zone (FW) ............................................................................................................ 115
Section 20 Light Industrial Zone (IND 1) ............................................................................................... 116
Section 21 General Industrial Zone (IND 2) ...............................................................................................1
Section 22 Natural Environment Zone - Full Protection Zone (NE1) ....................................................2
Section 23 Natural Environment Zone (NE2) ............................................................................................4
Section 24 Natural Environment - Development Permitted Zone (NE3) ..............................................7
Section 25 Urban Natural Environment and Open Space Zone (OS) ...................................................9
Section 26 Residential Low Density Zone (R1) ...................................................................................... 11
Section 27 Residential Medium Density Zone (R2) ............................................................................... 20
Section 28 Residential High Density Zone (R3) ..................................................................................... 31
Section 29 Mobile Home Park Zone (R4) ............................................................................................... 36
Section 30 Residential Greenfield Zone (R5) ......................................................................................... 39
Section 32 Recreational Trailer Park and Campground Zone (RC2) ................................................. 41
Section 33 Salvage Yard Zone (SY) ........................................................................................................ 43
Section 34 Holding Zone (-H) .................................................................................................................... 45
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 1 Application, Administration, Enforcement,
Interpretation and Schedules
1.1
Title
This By-law shall be known as the Zoning By-law of the Corporation of the Township of North Huron.
1.2
Acts
All Acts as stated in this By-law are in accordance with the most recent Revised Statutes of Ontario
(R.S.O.)
1.3
Application
1.3.1
The provisions of this By-law shall apply to all lands within the boundaries of the
Corporation of the Township of North Huron.
1.3.2
No person shall use any land, or erect, alter or use any building, structure or part thereof
within the limits of the Corporation of the Township of North Huron except in conformity
with the provisions of this By-law.
1.3.3
No person shall use any building, structure or part thereof, erected or altered in
contravention of this By-law so long as such building, structure or part thereof, continues
to contravene the provisions of this By-law.
1.3.4
No lot shall be reduced in area by the conveyance, mortgage or other alienation of a part
thereof so that any remaining yard or other open space is less than that required by this
By-law. If any such reduction occurs, such lot and any building or structure thereon shall
not thereafter be used by any person unless and until the said yard or requirements of this
By-law are complied with.
1.3.5
The preceding subsection shall not apply to a lot reduced in area by the conveyance to or
expropriation by the Corporation of the Township of North Huron or any other authority
having the powers of expropriation.
1.3.6
No person shall change the purpose for which any lot, building or structure is used, or
erect, alter, or use any building or structure, or sever any lands from any existing lot, if the
effect of such action is to cause the original, adjoining, remaining or new building,
structure or lot to be in contravention of this By-law.
1.4
Administration and Enforcement
This By-law shall be administered and enforced by such person or persons as shall be appointed
from time to time by By-law of the Corporation of the Township of North Huron, and no permit for the
use of any land, building or structure or approval of any application for any municipal license within
the jurisdiction of the Council shall be issued where the proposed building, structure or use would be
in violation of any provisions of this By-law.
1.5
Zoning Compliance or Building Inspection
The Zoning Administrator, Building Inspector, or any employee of the Township acting under the
direction of the Zoning Administrator or any peace officer having jurisdiction in the Township is
hereby authorized to enter, with prior notification and the consent of the owner, between the hours of
8:00 o'clock a.m. and 6:00 o'clock p.m. on any day but Sunday upon any property or premises or
structure for the purpose of discharging his duties and obligations under this By-law, or if there is
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
reason to believe that the provisions of the By-law are not complied with in whole or in part. Where
the owner or occupier refuses consent, entry may be made under the authority of a search warrant
issued under The Provincial Offences Act.
1.6
Licences and Permits
No Township permit, certificate, or license shall be issued where the said permit is required for a
proposed use of land or a proposed erection, alteration, enlargement or use of any building or
structure that is in violation of any provisions of this By-law.
1.7
Certificate of Zoning Compliance
No change may be made in the type of use of any land covered by this By-law or any building or
structure on any such land until a Certificate of Zoning Compliance has been issued by the
Township to the effect that the proposed use is not contrary to the By-law.
1.8
Buildings to Be Moved
In all zones, any building or structure which is moved from one location to another, whether within
the zone or from one zone to another, or from any location beyond the boundary of the Township,
into any zone, shall be considered as being a new building or structure and shall comply with the
provisions of this By-law. No building, residential or otherwise, shall be moved within the limits of
the Township or shall be moved into the Township from outside, without a permit from the Zoning
Administrator.
1.9
Sign Permits
A sign permit shall be required for the erection of any sign upon private or public property which
shall only be issued if such sign is in conformity with the Township and County Sign By-laws.
1.10
Applications for Building Permits
1.10.1 Application In All Zones
Within all zones, every applicant for a building permit for a new building or an addition to a building
shall, in addition to all the requirements of the Ontario Building Code, include a site plan drawn to
scale showing:
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the dimensions of the lot
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the location and dimensions of all existing and proposed buildings and storage facilities
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the dimensions of all yards, drives, and parking areas
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the location of all easements which may be located on the property
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any application for the establishment of a private outdoor swimming pool will be required to
submit additional information as set out in the Township Swimming Pool By-law
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a statement signed by the owner of the property giving the exact nature of the proposed use
of all buildings and lands
In addition, the Chief Building Official may require any or all of the following information:
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the distance to any livestock buildings within 610
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information concerning curbing, retaining wall, or alteration to natural drainage, if applicable
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the location of any municipal or private tile drainage which may drain any neighbouring
property
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the location of any municipal services which are available on this property (water, sewage,
telephone and gas)
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
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A permit from the County of Huron may be required for lands adjacent to a County Highway
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a permit may be required from the Conservation Authority with respect to adjacent lands
1.10.2 Applications in AG1 Zones
In addition to the above, applications for all buildings for livestock and all structures for manure
storage will provide the following additional information:
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distances to all lot lines, proposed buildings, and/or storage facilities;
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the location, distance and use of all buildings within 610 metres (in a "General Agriculture
(AGI)" zone) of the proposed building and/or storage facility
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type of livestock, livestock capacity, and the type of manure disposal
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will be required to submit additional information as set out in the Nutrient Management Act.
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A statement signed by the owner of the property giving the exact nature of the proposed use
of all buildings and land
1.11
Application for Rezoning, Minor Variance and Expansion of
Legal Non-Conforming Use
Applications are available at the Municipal Office.
In addition to all the requirements of the Corporation's Building By-law, or any other By-law of the
Corporation, every application shall be accompanied by a plan, in duplicate, (a copy of which shall
be retained by the Zoning Administrator), drawn to scale, and showing the following:
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The true dimensions of the lot to be built upon or otherwise used
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The proposed location, height, and dimensions of any building, structure or use proposed for
such lot
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The proposed location and dimensions of any yards, setback, landscaped open space, off-
street parking spaces or off-street loading facilities required by this By-law
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The location of all existing buildings or structures on the lot shown on the plan
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Information showing landscaping, curbing, drainage, retaining walls and any other physical
addition to the site
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An affidavit signed by the owner, indicating the exact use proposed for each aforesaid
building, structure or use, and giving all information necessary to determine if such proposed
or existing building, structure or use conforms with the requirements of this By-law
-
Notwithstanding the provisions of any other By-law of the Corporation, no building permit
shall be issued where the proposed building, structure or use would be in violation of any of
the provisions of this By-law
1.12
Information as to Conformity
1.12.1.1 Any person requiring written information as to whether a lot or any building erected
thereon is situated in conformity with the provisions of this By-law, shall present to the Zoning
Administrator or the authorized alternate:
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an application fee in an amount established by Council by resolution from time to time
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a current plan of survey signed by an Ontario Land Surveyor showing the boundaries of the
lot and the location of all buildings and structures thereon
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any other information as the Zoning Administrator or the authorized alternate may require.
1.12.2
Information as to conformity issued hereunder is subject to the condition that the
Corporation of the Township of North Huron shall not be bound by any information issued
in error.
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
1.12.3
Where information as to conformity is issued with respect to a non-conforming use such
information shall so state.
1.12.4
If an application for information as to conformity does not comply with the above Section
1.12.1, the Zoning Administrator or the authorized alternate may issue such information
notwithstanding such non-compliance, if he/she is satisfied as to the correctness and
adequacy of the application made.
1.13
Errors And Omissions - Obligation to Comply
The lack of a survey or adequate information or an error or omission does not relieve the applicant
from responsibility for complying with the provisions of this By-law.
1.14
Violation and Penalty
Every person who uses or alters the use of any land or lot or alters or erects or uses any building or
structure in a manner contrary to any requirements of this By-law, or who causes or permits such
use or erection or alteration, or who violates any provision of this By-law or causes or permits a
violation, is guilty of an offence and upon conviction thereof shall be liable to a fine as set out in
Section 67 of the Planning Act, as amended, for each offence, and each day of the occurrence of
the offence shall be deemed to be a separate occurrence. Every such penalty shall be recoverable
under the Provincial Offences Act, as amended from time to time.
1.15
Severability
If any provision of this By-law, including any part of the zoning as shown on the zoning maps, is for
any reason held to be invalid, it is hereby declared to be the intention, that all the remaining
provisions shall remain in full force and effect until repealed, notwithstanding that one or more
provisions shall have been declared to be invalid.
1.16
Remedies
1.16.1
Where any building or structure is, or is proposed to be erected, altered,
reconstructed, extended or enlarged, or any building or structure or part thereof is or is proposed to
be used, or any land is or is proposed to be used, in contravention of the provisions of this By-law,
the same may be restrained by action at the instance of any ratepayer, or of the County of Huron, or
of the Township pursuant to the provisions of The Planning Act, The Municipal Act, or The
Administration of Justice Act, as amended from time to time.
1.16.2
Where a person, guilty of an offence under this By-law has been directed to remedy any
violation and is in default of doing any matter or thing required, such matter or thing shall be done at
his/her expense.
1.16.3
Where a person has refused or neglected to reimburse the Corporation for the cost of
such work, thing or matter done, the same may be recovered by the Corporation in like manner as
municipal taxes.
1.17
Litigation
This By-law shall not affect the rights of any party or any land concerned in any action, litigation or
other proceeding pending on the date of the final passage thereof, except to the extent to be
determined in the final adjudication of such action, litigation or other proceedings.
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
1.18
Unlawful Uses
Any use established in violation of this by-law or a predecessor of this By-law will be deemed to
have been established unlawfully.
1.19
Repeals
From the coming into force of this By-law all previous By-laws passed under Section 34 of the
Planning Act or a predecessor thereof, shall be deemed to have been repealed.
1.20
Meaning of Terms
1.20.1 Use
Unless the context otherwise requires, the expression "use" or "to use" in this By-law shall include
anything done or permitted by the owner or occupant of any land, building or structure, directly or
indirectly or by or through any trustee, tenant, servant, or agent, acting with the knowledge or
consent of such owner or occupant, for the purpose of making use of the said land, building or
structure.
1.20.2 Tense, Plurality and Gender
For the purposes of this By-law, words used in the present tense include the future; words in the
singular number include the plural and words in the plural include the singular number. Words
imparting the masculine gender shall include the feminine and the converse.
1.20.3 Shall
The word "shall" will always be construed as mandatory in this By-law.
1.20.4 Alter
For the purposes of this By-law, the word "alter" when used in reference to a building or part thereof,
means to change any one or more of the internal or external dimensions of such building or to
change the type of construction of the exterior walls or roof thereof. When used in reference to a lot,
the word "alter" means to decrease/increase the width, depth or area thereof or to
decrease/increase the width, depth or area of any required yard, setback, landscaped open space or
parking area, or to change the location of any boundary of such lot with respect to a public highway
or laneway, whether such alteration is made by conveyance or alienation of any portion of said lot,
or otherwise; the words "altered" and "alteration" shall have the same corresponding meaning.
1.20.5 Person
The word "person" means any human being, association, firm, partnership, incorporated company,
corporation, agent or trustee, and the heirs, executors, or other legal representatives of an individual
to whom the context can apply according to law.
1.21
Licences and Permits
No Township permit, certificate, or license shall be issued for a use of land that does not conform to
this By-law.
1.22
Buildings to Be Moved
No building, over 10 square metres, residential or otherwise, shall be moved within the limits of the
Municipality or shall be moved into the Municipality from outside, without a permit from the Chief
Building Official.
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1.23
Zones, Symbols, Section Numbers
For the purposes of this By-law the Municipality is hereby divided into the following use zones:
Class
Zone
Symbol
Section No.
Agriculture
General Agriculture
(AG1)
4
Restricted Agriculture
(AG2)
5
Agricultural
Commercial Industrial
(AG3)
6
Agricultural Small
Holding
(AG4)
7
Commercial
Village Commercial
(C1)
8
Radio Television
Commercial
(C2)
9
Highway Commercial
(C3)
10
Core Commercial -
Wingham/Blyth
(C4)
11
Fringe Core Area
Commercial
(C5)
12
Community Facility
Community Facility
(CF)
13
Disposal
Disposal
(DS)
14
Extractive
Extractive Resource
(ER1)
15
Extractive Industrial
(ER2)
16
Development
Future Development
(FD)
17
Flood
Flood Fringe
(FF)
18
Floodway
(FW)
19
Industrial
Light Industrial
(IND1)
20
General Industrial
(IND2)
21
Environment
Natural Environment-
Full Protection
(NE1)
22
Natural Environment
(NE2)
23
Natural Environment-
Development Permitted
(NE3)
24
Urban
Natural
Environment
Urban Natural
Environment and Open
Space
(OS)
25
Urban
Residential Low
Density
(R1)
26
Residential Medium
Density
(R2)
27
Residential High
Density
(R3)
28
Mobile Home Park
(R4)
29
Residential Greenfield (R5)
30
Recreation
Golf Course
(RC1)
31
Recreational Trailer
Park and Campground
(RC2)
32
Salvage
Salvage Yard
(SY)
33
Holding
Holding
(-H)
34
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1.23.1 The permitted uses, the minimum size and dimensions of lots, the minimum
size of yards, the maximum lot coverage, the minimum setback, the minimum
landscaped open space, the maximum height of buildings and all other zone
provisions are set out herein for the respective zones.
1.23.2
The extent and boundaries of all the said zones are shown on Schedule "A"
which Schedule forms part of this By-law and is attached hereto.
1.23.3
The symbols/zones listed in the subsection above may be used to refer to
buildings and structures, the uses of lots, buildings and structures permitted by this
By-law in the said zones, and whenever in this By-law the word "Zone" is used,
preceded by any of the said symbols, such zones shall mean any area within the
Corporation within the scope of this By-law, delineated on Schedule "A" and
designated thereon by the said symbol.
1.23.4
Where the Zone symbol designating certain lands as shown on Schedule
"A" is followed by a dash and a number, (for example R2-1), then special provisions
apply to such lands and such special provisions will be found by reference to that
section of the By-law which deals with that particular zone. Lands designated in this
manner shall be subject to all the restrictions of the zone except as otherwise
provided by the special provisions.
1.24
Zoning Map Schedules
The Zones set out above and the boundaries of such zones are shown upon the maps attached
hereto, marked Schedules and are designated as the Zoning Maps which zones, boundaries and
maps form part of this By-law.
Natural Environment Adjacent Lands and/or Conservation Authority Regulated Lands
The Provincial Policy Statement and Conservation Authorities Act require that development on lands
adjacent to natural environment areas, and land which may be subject to natural environment
hazards, such as erosion or flooding, be reviewed by the Conservation Authority. In some cases an
Environmental Impact Study or Conservation Authority permit is required. This area is shown on the
map schedules and identified as "Conservation Authority Regulated Lands" for information only. It is
not a zone.
1.25
Boundaries of Zones
Zone boundaries, are construed to be property lines, lot lines, street lines, railway right-of-way, or
boundaries of Registered Plans as interpreted in accordance with Schedule "A", Map Legend.
Where uncertainty exists with respect to the boundaries of the various zones as shown on the
Zoning Maps, the following rules shall apply:
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Right-of-way Limits Unless otherwise indicated, the boundaries of a zone as shown on the
Zone Maps are the street right-of-way lines or lane right-of-way lines and the productions
thereof. Any street rights-of-way wholly within the boundary of a zone as shown on the Zone
Maps are deemed not to be zoned but are to be used for public highway purposes.
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Centreline Limits Where any zone boundary is shown as approximately the centre line of a
street, lane, watercourse or any other right-of-way, such zone boundary shall be
construed to follow the centre line of the street, lane, watercourse or other right-of-way or the
production thereof
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
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Lot Lines Where the Zone boundaries are not shown to be streets, roads or lanes, and
where indicated boundaries on the Zoning maps are approximately lot lines, the said lot lines
shall be construed to be the zone boundaries unless the said boundaries are otherwise
indicated on the maps
-
Schedule Limits The limit of any map comprising any Schedule forming part of this By-law
as shown on the Zone Maps of such Schedule shall be deemed to be the boundary of the
Zone adjoining such limit
-
Symbol of Zones Where one symbol is used on the Zoning Maps to indicate the zone
classification of an area divided by a street, road or lane, the said symbol shall establish the
classification of the whole of such area
-
Closed Street, Road, Lane, Railway or Highway Right-of-Way In the event a street, lane,
railway or highway right-of-way, shown on the Zone Map schedules is closed, the property
formerly in said street, lane, railway or highway right-of-way shall be included within the zone
of the adjoining property on either side of the said closed street, lane, railway or highway
right-of-way.
In the event the said street, lane, railway or highway right-of-way was a zone boundary between two
or more different zones, the new zone boundary shall be the former centreline of the said closed
road, lane or right-of-way.
Where the land formerly included in such street, lane, railway or highway right-of-way is purchased
in its entirety by an abutting landowner, the said land shall be included in the same zone as that of
the abutting landowner purchasing said land; or
Where the land formerly included in such street, lane, and railway or highway right-of-way is
purchased in its entirety by a person or persons other than an abutting landowner, the said land
shall be included in the abutting zone which is the most restrictive in terms of use or density.
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Boundaries Other Than Streets, Roads or Lot Lines Where a zone boundary is not a
street, road or lane, nor a lot line, and a specific measurement indicating the position of the
said boundary is not shown on the zone map, or indicated in the text of the By-law, the
position thereof shall be determined by scaling from the zone map located in the office of the
Bylaw Enforcement Officer. The centre line of the boundary line shall be used for the
purposes of scaling.
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Zone Abuts Natural Watercourse Where any zone on the Schedules abuts a natural
watercourse, such zone shall be deemed to apply to the natural watercourse and any islands
within the watercourse.
1.26
Minimum Requirements
In interpreting and applying the provisions of this By-law, they are held to be the minimum
requirements for the orderly, economic and attractive development of the Township.
1.27
Uses Not Listed as Permitted
Uses not listed as permitted in a zone or otherwise provided for in this By-law shall be prohibited in
such zone except as provided for under Non-Conforming Uses Section of this By-law.
1.28
Use of Examples
Where examples are provided to explain a by-law provision, these examples are illustrative only.
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Effective Date
This By-law shall take effect from the date of passing by Council and shall come into force upon
approval under the Planning Act, as amended from time to time.
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Section 2 Definitions
For the purposes of this By-law, the definitions and interpretation given in this section shall govern:
Abattoir
shall mean a building, structure or lot or part thereof used for the slaughter of livestock or other
animals for the purpose of processing or rendering.
Accessory
when used to describe a use, building or structure, or a detached building or structure, that is
naturally and normally incidental, subordinate and exclusively devoted to supporting the principle
use, building or structure and located on the same lot therewith. This does not include an accessory
residence unless otherwise specified.
Adjacent Lands
means those lands abutting a specific natural heritage feature or area where it is likely that
development or site alteration may have a negative impact on the feature or area. Examples of
natural heritage features include: a wetland, water course, sinkhole or a woodlot.
Adult Day Centre
see 'Day Centre, Adult'
Adult Entertainment Parlour
shall mean a building used for the purpose of a live performance, exhibition or activity and/or goods
and services designed to appeal to erotic or sexual desires or interests:
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of which a principal feature or characteristic is the nudity or partial nudity of any person;
and;
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in respect of which the word 'nude', 'naked', 'topless', 'bottomless', 'sexy', or any other
word or any picture, symbol or representation having like meaning or implication may be
used in any sign, advertisement, or advertisement device; and without restricting the
generality of the foregoing, includes any performance, exhibition, or activity involving
striptease dancers, go-go dancers, exotic dancers, table dancers, wet clothing contests or
best body parts contests.
Aggregate
shall mean gravel, sand, clay, earth, shale, stone, limestone, dolostone, sandstone, marble, granite,
rock or other prescribed material.
Agricultural Industrial Establishment
shall mean the use of land and/or building or structures for the manufacturing and wholesale and/or
retail sale of goods that are necessary to support agricultural uses. These include such goods as
farm machinery and equipment used for tillage of soil, the planting, spraying, harvesting,
transporting, treatment, processing and storage of grain, forage, feed, or forest products, products
used for the housing and husbandry of livestock, poultry and fur-bearing animals, and the storage,
handling and processing of milk, eggs, and manure and the manufacture of sub-surface drainage
materials and equipment.
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Agricultural Processing Establishment
shall mean the use of land and/or buildings or structures for the processing of products derived from
agricultural uses, as defined in this By-law. These shall include such products as seed, grain, feed
and forage processing, storage and transport, fruit and vegetable storage and treatment, livestock
and poultry assembly, sales and transport, a cheese factory, an egg grading station, a saw mill, an
abattoir and a dead stock removal facility.
Agricultural Service Establishment
shall mean the use of land and/or buildings or structures for the purposes of buying or selling
commodities and services that are necessary to support agricultural uses as defined in this By-law.
These shall include such sales and services as welding and machinery repairs, auction sales facility
including livestock, farm drainage and excavation, agricultural related trucking, well drilling,
contracting and trades related to farm buildings and structures, and custom spray, tillage, planting
and harvesting services and agriculturally related trucking.
Agricultural Supply Establishment
shall mean the use of land and/or buildings or structures for the purpose of supply of goods,
materials or services that are necessary to support agricultural uses as defined by this By-law.
These shall include such goods and services as sale, processing and storage of seed, feed,
fertilizers and chemical products, farm machinery and equipment sales and service, and animal and
poultry health and breeding services.
Agricultural Use, General
means general farming and without limiting the generality of the foregoing shall include such uses
as: the general cultivation of land and the associated production, conditioning, processing and
storage of field crops, vegetables, fruit, horticultural crops and nursery stock and the selling of such
produced on the premises, the breeding and care of livestock, fowl, fur-bearing animals and bees,
and the selling of such stock or the product of such stock raised on the premises, and the
management of forest, and the sale of forest products, provided that they are cultivated and
produced on-site, including fuel wood, pulp wood, timber, Christmas trees, and maple products, and
includes a farm dwelling and accessory buildings and uses.
Agricultural Use, Limited
means the planting and harvesting of field, bush, vine, forest, or tree crops and grazing not including
an accessory residence or livestock building.
Agricultural Zones
defined as: AG1, AG2, AG3, and AG4.
Air Field
any land, lot or building used for the purpose of landing, storing, taxiing or taking off of private
aircraft as an accessory use, but not an airport under the regulations of the Ministry of Transport.
Airport
shall mean land used for the purpose of the landing, storing, taxiing or taking-off of private or
commercial aircraft, pursuant to the regulations of Transport Canada.
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Air Treatment Control
shall mean 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
shall mean any alteration in a bearing wall or partition or column, beam, girder or other supporting
member of a building or structure or any increase in the area or volume of a building or structure.
When used in reference to a lot, the word 'alter' means to decrease the width, depth or area of any
required yard, setback, landscaped open space or parking area, or to change the location of any
boundary of such lot with respect to a street or lane, whether such alteration is made by conveyance
or alienation of any portion of said lot, or otherwise. The words "altered" and "alteration" shall have a
corresponding meaning.
Ambulance Station
shall mean the use of land, buildings or structures for the storage, maintenance and dispatching of
ambulance vehicles and which may include amenities for staff.
Amenity Area
means the area situated within the boundaries of a multiple dwelling project and intended for
recreational purposes, which may include landscaped open space, patios, balconies, communal
lounges, swimming pools and similar uses, but shall not include the area occupied at grade by the
buildings, service areas, parking and driveways.
Animal Group
Livestock and poultry grouped according to their manure production.
Antenna, Free Standing
means the use of land, buildings or structures for the purpose of sending or receiving
electromagnetic waves. Any antenna over 16.6 metres (54 feet) above grade level is considered a
structure.
Approach Surface
shall mean an inclined plan beyond the end of a runway and preceding the threshold of a runway.
Arcade Establishment
shall mean a place of business where an individual, association, partnership or corporation,
maintains as its primary use, 4 or more amusement devices for public use.
Art Gallery
shall mean a building or part thereof where works of art such as paintings, sculptures, pottery, glass
and weaving are displayed for public viewing and may include sales of art and/or art supplies and art
instruction.
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Asphalt/Concrete/Ready Mix Batching Plant
means an individual establishment used for the production of asphalt, concrete, ready mix or
products used in building or construction and includes facilities for the administration and
management of the business, the stockpiling of bulk materials used in the production process or a
finished product manufactured on the premises and the storage and maintenance required
equipment.
Asphalt Plant, Portable
hall mean a temporary asphalt batching plant established for a public road project.
Assembly Hall
shall mean a building or part of a building, in which facilities are provided for such purposes as
meetings for charitable, civic, cultural, educational, political, religious or social purposes and shall
include a banquet hall, private club or fraternal organization or community center.
Attached
shall mean a building otherwise complete in itself, which depends for structural support of complete
enclosure, upon a division wall or walls shared in common with adjacent building or buildings.
Automotive Sales Facility
see 'MOTOR VEHICLE SALES AND/OR SERVICE ESTABISHMENT'
Automotive
see 'MOTOR VEHICLE'
Auction Sales Facility
means a building or land used for the occasional sale of items excluding livestock.
Auction Sales Facility, Livestock
means a building or land used for the occasional sale of livestock and related agricultural items.
Bake Shop
means a building for producing, mixing, compounding, or baking bread, biscuits, cakes, or other
baked products, including the sale of baked goods.
Basement
means the portion of a building that is partly below finished grade level and has at least fifty percent
of its height from finished floor to finished ceiling above the adjacent finished grade level and in
which the height from adjacent finished grade level to ceiling is less than two (2) metres.
Bed and Breakfast Establishment
means a single detached dwelling, in which the proprietor resides, where no more than 4 guest
rooms are made available by the residents of the dwelling to travelers or vacationers for temporary
accommodation and their guest's meals. Parking requirements are noted in the General Provisions
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Section of this By-law. This definition does not include a hotel, motel, boarding/lodging house or
restaurant.
In certain commercial zones, a bed and breakfast establishment may be permitted in conjunction
with the attached or detached accessory dwelling unit as permitted in this Zoning By-law.
Brewery/ Distillery/ Winery
Means a building or part thereof used for the manufacturing of alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages.
A brewery/distillery/winery may include a cidery or meadery. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
Brewing Establishment
means a commercial establishment where individuals produce beer, wine and/or cider, for personal
consumption off the premises; and where beer, wine and/or cider ingredients and materials are
purchased. Equipment and storage area is used for a fee by the same individuals.
Building
includes any structure whether temporary or permanent, used or built for any purpose other than a
lawful boundary, wall or fence. Any enclosure, awning, bin, bunk or other container, or platform,
used upon any land or in conjunction with or connected to any structure for any purpose shall be
deemed a building.
Building By-Law
means any building By-law within the meaning of the Ontario Building Code Act, as amended from
time to time.
Building Envelope
means the buildable area on a lot, defined by the minimum front yard depth, rear yard depth and
side yard width requirements and maximum height requirements, within which a building can be
erected.
Building Height
shall mean the vertical distance from the finished grade level to:
a) in the case of a flat roof, the highest point of the roof surface or parapet, whichever is the higher
b) in the case of a mansard roof, the roof deck line; or,
c) in the case of any other roof, the mean height between the eaves and the ridge; but exclusive of
any structure accommodating an elevator, staircase, water tank, ventilating fan, skylight, aerial,
steeple, cupola, chimney, firewall, smoke stack or other ornamental or utilitarian structure which
rises above the roof level but does not provide habitable living space. (See APPENDIX)
Building Inspector
means an employee of the Township for the time being charged with the duty of enforcing the
provisions of the Building By-law and the Ontario Building Code, which shall mean any By-law of the
Township from time to time in force regulating the erection, alteration or repair of building.
Building Line
shall mean a line, the purpose of which is to establish the closest points to a street at which the
building or structures may be located. The location of the building line shall be such that it is parallel
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to the centre line of the street and offset from the street line, a distance equal to the minimum front
yard dimension.
Building, Main or Principle
shall mean the building designed and/or intended to accommodate the principle use(s) permitted by
this By-law.
Building Setback
shall mean the minimum horizontal distance between the lot line and the nearest part of any building
or structure. See 'YARD, DEPTH
Building Supply and Sales Establishment
see 'LUMBER YARD'
Bulk Sales Establishment
means the use of land, a structure or a building for the purposes of buying and selling fuel, oil, wood,
coal, lumber, nursery stock, but does not include manufacturing, assembling or processing uses.
Bus Depot
means a facility for the boarding and deboarding of passengers from inter-municipal buses and may
include a public washroom or rest area, bus ticket sales and ancillary office.
Business Office
see 'OFFICE, BUSINESS'
By-Law Enforcement Officer
shall mean the officer or employee of the Corporation charged with the duty of administering and
enforcing the provisions of this By-law.
Campground
shall mean a recreational establishment operated by a private or public organization where children
and adults are temporarily accommodated in tents, cabins, cottages or lodges and shall include a
day camp or scout camp, but does not include a trailer campground or a mobile home park.
Cannabis
Means the marijuana plant in the family Cannabaceae, or parts of the plant. (as amended by By-
law 98-2019)
Cannabis Production Facility
Means lands, buildings or structures used for producing, processing, testing, destroying, packaging
and/or shipping of cannabis authorized by an issued license or registration by the federal Minister of
Health, pursuant to the Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations, SOR/2016-230, to
the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, SC 1996, c 19, as amended from time to time, or any
successors thereto. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
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Canopy
shall mean a roof free of enclosing walls over an entrance to a building, structure or gasoline pump
island.
Carport
shall mean a parking space that is partially enclosed and has a roof, and is for the purpose of storing
one or more private vehicles.
Car Wash
shall mean an establishment where vehicles are washed mechanically or manually or both.
Catastrophe
an unanticipated, disastrous loss of part or all of a livestock facility, dwelling or other use due to fire,
collapse, flood, wind or other such event.
Cemetery
means a cemetery, columbarium or mausoleum within the meaning of The Cemetery Act of Ontario.
Chief Building Official (CBO)
means a chief building official appointed by the Township under Section 3 or 4 of the Building Code
Act. The CBO may also be the Municipal Building Inspector.
Church or Place of Worship
shall mean a building commonly used by any recognized religious organization for public worship,
and may include a rectory or manse, church hall, auditorium, monastery, convent, day nursery or
religious school associated with or accessory thereto.
Clinic
shall mean a building or part thereof, used exclusively by physicians, dentists, drugless practitioners,
their staff and their patients for the purpose of consultation, diagnosis and office treatment. A clinic
may also include administrative offices, waiting rooms, treatment rooms, laboratories, pharmacies
and dispensaries directly associated with the clinic, but shall not include accommodation for in-
patient care or operating rooms.
Commercial Storage Warehouse (Rental Units)
shall mean an enclosed building used for the storage of household, business and recreational goods
on a rental basis; the rental units may be singular or multiple.
Commercial Use
means the land, building or structures for the purpose of buying, renting or selling commodities
and/or supplying services, but does not include an Industrial Use.
Commercial, Core Area
means the traditional and established central business district of the Township and with its tightly
built up urban form and compact nature which is connected by a system of sidewalks, roads, and
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parking areas provides for the general commercial requirements of the Township and particularly the
multi-purpose pedestrian comparison shopping trade. The core area is the most intensive,
diversified, and dominant centre of community activity in the Township providing a broad spectrum
of retail, business, financial, personal and professional services, offices and studios, hotels and
restaurants, places of entertainment, culture, habitation and recreation, institutional, judicial, civic
and administrative uses.
COMMERCIAL, FRINGE CORE
in defined areas of Blyth a fringe core commercial zone is a transition area with a mixture of
permitted core commercial and residential uses.
Commercial, Highway
means a commercial use oriented to a highway-related function including the following:
a) those which are essential to the operation of the highway system such as works yards, police
facilities
b) those which are oriented to or economically reliant on serving vehicular traffic and the traveling
public such as service stations, motels and eating establishments, and therefore require
exposure on a major road
c) those which require large tracts of land for large buildings, extensive parking, and loading
operations, such as motor vehicle sales, service, and repair establishments, building supply
yards, fuel dealers, marine and trailer sales, farm implement dealers
d) those which require access to a major road for efficient operation such as bus depots
Commercial Shopping Centre
means a planned commercial development consisting of a self-contained group of commercial
establishments commonly known as a shopping centre or a shopping mall designed, developed and
managed as an interdependent unit using common facilities, including on-site parking. Grouped
commercial developments provide a wide range of general commercial uses, and in addition to the
primary commercial uses, secondary grouped commercial uses include an administrative office,
used exclusively for the grouped commercial development, private and public washrooms, parking
areas, truck loading, service, refuse disposal, mechanical, electrical, maintenance and storage
areas.
Community Centre
Means any building or part thereof, and its land, which is used for activities shared in by the general
public. A community centre may be operated by a private group of persons, provided that the
operation will not be carried on for the purpose of gain to its members; or by the Corporation of the
Township of North Huron or another public authority. A community centre may be used for, but is not
limited to, activities such as arts, charitable, crafts, educational, and social activities, and the
administration of these activities. A community centre may also be used by a public authority for
emergency management and service provision. Occasional temporary commercial activities which
are clearly secondary in nature to the primary community facility use may be permitted. (as
amended by By-law 98-2019)
Community Facility
means a land use which provides facilities for public service and public use which are owned or
operated by public, semi-public or private enterprise or regulations for the health, protection and
welfare of the community. Community facilities include but are not limited to:
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a) Public utilities such as a waterworks system, sewage works system, electric power, gas,
communications facilities, roads and railway networks, flood and erosion control works
b) Government buildings such as administration offices, court houses, post offices, assessment
and registry offices
c) Cultural facilities such as libraries, museums, auditoriums, theaters, historic sites, and civic and
convention centres
d) Sport facilities such as arenas, race tracks, fair grounds, and stadiums, health and recreation
facility
e) Public service facilities such as police and fire stations, cemeteries, works yards and garages
f) Institutions such as churches, schools, hospitals, day care centres, group homes, fraternal or
other non-profit organizations
Condominium
shall mean a building in which each individual unit is held in separate private ownership and all floor
space, facilities and outdoor areas used in common by all tenants, are owned, administered and
maintained by a corporation created pursuant to the provisions of the appropriate statute.
Condominium Act
means the Condominium Act, 1998, S.O. 1998, c. 19, as amended from time to time and includes
the former Condominium Acts of Ontario as in force from time to time.
Conservation
shall mean the use of land and/or water for the purpose of planned management of natural
resources.
Conservation Area
shall mean an area of land owned or leased by a public authority and used for flood and erosion
control purposes and/or day use recreational purposes.
Conservation Authority Regulated Lands (CARL)
shall mean lands regulated by the local Conservation Authority and include fill regulated areas
and/or adjacent lands (as defined) to significant natural environment areas.
Contractors Yard
shall mean a lot, building or structure where mechanical, electrical, structural, plumbing or general
contractors conduct their business and may include office space and outdoor storage of heavy
equipment and building materials.
Construct
means to do anything in the erecting, installation or extension or material alteration or repair of a
building and includes the installation of a building unit fabricated or moved from elsewhere.
Corporation
shall mean the corporation of the Township of North Huron.
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Council
shall mean the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Huron.
County
means the Corporation of the County of Huron.
Coverage
see 'LOT COVERAGE'
Dairy
Shall mean a building or part thereof used for the storage, processing, and distribution of milk or milk
products. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
Dangerous Goods
means explosives, flammable or combustible liquids or gases, toxic substances, radioactive
material, corrosive or any other product or substance that is considered dangerous to life when
handled or transported.
Day Nursery
means a premises that receives more than 5 children who are not of common parentage, primarily
for the purpose of providing temporary care, or guidance, or both temporary care and guidance, for
a continuous period not exceeding 24 hours, where the children are,
- Under 18 years of age in the case of a day nursery for children with a developmental disability,
and
- Under 10 years of age in all other cases,
But does not include part of a public school, separate school or private school under the Education
Act.
Day Centre, Adult
shall mean a facility providing activities, programs and services for adults not including residential
accommodation.
Daylight or Sight Triangle
means an area free of buildings or structures and which area is to be determined by measuring from
the point of intersection of street lines on a corner lot, the distance required by this By-law along
each such street line and joining such points with a straight line and the triangular-shaped land
between the intersecting street lines and the straight line joining the points the required distance
along the street lines is the daylight triangle. (See Section 3.35)
Detached
shall mean totally separate and in no way connected.
Development
shall mean the creation of a new lot, a change in land use, or the construction of buildings and
structures, requiring approval under The Planning Act, as amended from time to time.
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Driveway
shall mean a vehicular passageway having at least one end thereof connected to a public
thoroughfare, and providing ingress to and/or egress from a lot.
Dry Cleaning Establishment
shall mean a building, or part thereof, in which the business of dry cleaning, dye drying, cleaning, or
pressing of articles or goods of fabric is carried on, in which only non-combustible and non-
flammable solvents are used, which emits no odours, fumes, noise, or vibration causing a nuisance
or inconvenience within or outside the premises. A dry-cleaning establishment may include a self-
service dry-cleaning establishment.
Dry Industry
see 'INDUSTRY, DRY'
Dwelling
shall mean a building or part thereof, occupied or capable of being occupied as a home, residence
or sleeping place by 1 or more persons, constructed on-site, or off-site in parts designed to be
transported to a lot and where they are joined as integral units and placed on a permanent
foundation over a cellar or basement, but shall not include travel trailers, tourist trailers, camper and
motor vehicles, hotels or boarding or rooming houses, motels.
a)
Accessory Dwelling
means a dwelling which is accessory to a building or use as permitted by this By-law.
b)
Additional Residential Unit
means an accessory dwelling unit with its own kitchen, sanitary facilities and bedroom(s)/sleeping
area in a single detached dwelling, semi-detached, rowhouse or accessory building to a single
detached dwelling, converted dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, triplex, quadraplex or rowhouse.
c)
Dwelling, Multiple Unit
Means a residential building divided horizontal and/or vertically into five (5) or more dwelling units
which may have shared entrances, halls, stairs and/or elevators or may feature private entrances,
and is not considered to be a rowhouse dwelling for the purpose of this bylaw.
d)
Bed and Breakfast
see 'BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT'
e)
Boarding, Lodging Or Rooming House
means a building, a portion of which is used as the residence of the lessee, tenant or owner, in
which sleeping accommodation with or without meals is provided for consideration to persons other
than such lessee, tenant, or owner or members of his family, and which is not open to the public on
an equal basis, and does not include a hotel, motel or multiple-family dwelling/nursing home or
home for the aged.
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f)
Converted Dwelling
means a dwelling erected prior to the passing of this By-law which because of size and design the
interior has been or can be converted to provide one or more additional dwelling units, to a
maximum of 4 dwelling units.
g)
Detached Dwelling
means a completely detached permanent dwelling to which entrance is gained only by a private
entrance outside the building, and containing only one dwelling.
h)
Duplex Dwelling
means the whole of a dwelling that is divided horizontally into 2 separate dwelling units each of
which has an independent entrance either directly from the outside or through a common vestibule.
i)
Farm Dwelling
means a dwelling unit that is naturally and normally incidental and subordinate and exclusively used
in conjunction with a farm and is situated on the same lot.
j)
Group Home
means a residential dwelling licensed by the Government for individuals with social, mental or
physical problems operated as a single housekeeping unit in a residential area in which 3 to 10
residents, excluding staff or receiving family live as a family under responsible supervision
consistent with the requirements of its residents but excludes a place of detention, correction or
probation for individuals. A Group Home is fully detached and wholly utilized by the group home
occupants.
k)
Home For the Aged, Dwelling
shall mean a "home for the aged" as defined under the Long-Term Care Homes Act, as amended
from time to time.
l)
Modular Home
shall mean a pre-fabricated single detached dwelling designed to be transported once only to a final
location and constructed so as the shortest side of such dwelling is not less than 6.0 metres in width.
m) Mobile Home
shall mean a pre-fabricated dwelling unit occupied or designed for occupancy by one or more
persons on a permanent basis, having a floor area of not less than 50 square metres, designed to
be towed on its own chassis (notwithstanding that its running gear is or may be removed), placed or
designed to be placed on permanent foundations, constructed in conformity with CSAZ240 Series,
and connected or designed to be connected to public utilities, but shall not include a travel trailer,
tent trailer or a trailer otherwise designed.
n)
Rowhouse Dwelling
shall mean a building that is completely divided into 3 or more dwelling units by vertical party walls
of masonry construction, each dwelling unit having independent entrance either directly from the
outside or through a common vestibule.
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o)
Nursing Home Dwelling
shall mean a nursing home as defined under the Long-Term Care Homes Act as amended from time
to time.
p)
Park Model Trailer
shall mean a manufactured building used or intended to be used for residential occupancy designed
and constructed in conformity with CAN/CSA-Z241 Series - M, "Park Model Trailers".
q)
Quadruplex Dwelling
shall mean the whole of a building originally designed for and divided into 4 separate dwelling units
with at least one of the units having an independent floor and each unit having an independent
entrance either directly from the outside or through a common vestibule.
r)
Semi-Detached Dwelling
shall mean a building that is completely divided vertically into 2 dwelling units by a party wall of
masonry construction, each dwelling unit having independent entrance either directly from the
outside or through a common vestibule.
s)
Triplex
shall mean the whole of a building that is divided into 3 separate dwelling units, each of which has
an independent entrance either directly from the outside or through a common vestibule.
t)
Dwelling with Supports
means a residence for the short- or long-term accommodation of persons who, by reason of their
emotional, mental, social or physical condition or legal status, require a group living arrangement for
their well-being. This shall include, for example, a group home, transitional housing, hospice, respite
care, crisis care facility but shall not include a hotel or motel. A dwelling with supports may be
located in any building type, where a dwelling unit is permitted, including in combination with another
land use such as a community facility or commercial.
Dwelling Unit
means one or more habitable rooms constituting self-contained living quarters for use of one or
more individuals including the provision of kitchen and sanitary facilities and sleeping
accommodation for the exclusive use of such individual or individuals, and having a private entrance
from outside the building or from a common hallway or stairway inside the building.
Easement
shall mean a right or privilege to use another person's land for a specified purpose, registered on
title to the said lands under the Registry Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chap. R.20, as amended, and may
pertain to access rights above, below or on the said lands.
Eating Establishments
a)
Eating Establishment, Restaurant
Means a building or structure or part thereof used to prepare food or drinks, which may include
alcohol where appropriately licensed. A restaurant may include offering for sale and consumption
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said food or drinks within the building or structure or an accessory outdoor space. Food preparation
shall be entirely within the building or structure. A restaurant may include an accessory take out
service. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
b)
Drive-Through Restaurant
shall mean an element of a restaurant use associated with ordering and serving food and beverages
to patrons where they remain within a Motor Vehicle, and includes any associated speaker system
and order board. Refer to 'STACKING LANES' in General Provisions.
c)
Take-Out Restaurant
shall mean a building or structure or part thereof where food is prepared and offered for sale to the
public to be taken out and/or delivered for consumption off the premises.
d)
Portable Food Outlet
shall mean a trailer, tent or vehicle that is designed to be made mobile, from which food is prepared
and offered for sale to the public for consumption outside. A portable food outlet may only be
permitted in accordance with the corporation licensing By-law.
Equipment Sales and Rental
means a building or part of a building or structure in which heavy machinery equipment is offered for
sale or kept for rent, lease or hire under agreement for compensation, but shall not include any other
establishment defined or classified in this By-law.
Erect or Erecting
includes build, construct or re-construct, alter, enlarge and relocate and without limiting the
generality of the foregoing, shall be taken to include any associated physical operation such as
piling, cribbing, and structurally altering any existing building or structure by an addition, deletion,
enlargement or extension.
Established Building Line
see 'GENERAL PROVISIONS' SECTION
Established Grade
see 'GRADE, ESTABLISHED'
Existing
shall mean in existence, being an actuality as of the date of the final passing of this By-law.
Expanded Livestock Facility
any building activity to construct or expand a livestock facility that requires a building permit and
results in an increase, or decrease, in Nutrient Unit capacity on a lot, where there already was some
existing Nutrient Unit capacity.
External Design
means the type colour, arrangement, shape, texture or pattern of material forming the exterior of a
building.
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Extractive Use
shall mean the use of land and/or buildings, or structures for the removal of gravel, stone, sand,
earth, clay, fill, mineral, commercial scale water-taking or other similar substances for construction,
industrial or manufacturing purposes; and includes accessory uses.
Farm
shall mean a parcel of land together with its dependent buildings including all associated on-farm
buildings and structures held for the purpose of agricultural use.
Farm Brewery/Distillery/ Winery
shall mean a building or structure or part thereof associated with an agricultural use(s) on the
same farm lot where alcohol is produced primarily, but not exclusively, from materials/crops grown
on the lot and may include storage, display, processing, alcohol tasting, an outdoor patio area, and
limited retail sales. The area used for alcohol tastings and retail sales shall not exceed 75m2 or
25% of the total above ground floor area, whichever is least. Alcohol tasting does not include a
restaurant, banquet facility, or commercial kitchen. Overnight accommodation is not part of a farm
winery/brewery/distillery use. A farm winery/brewery/distillery may also include a meadery or
cidery. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
Farm Produce Sales Outlet
shall mean a fruit, vegetable, flower, plant and/or farm produce stand set up as an accessory use to
an agricultural use on a farm, used for the sale of produce from that same agricultural use.
Farmers Market
shall mean a building, part of a building, or an open outdoor area where agricultural produce, food
items, plants, and craft items are offered or temporarily stored for occasional retail sale on the site
by more than one vendor, but does not include a flea market.
Fence
shall mean a barrier, comprised of wooden, metal or plastic posts, wire mesh or hedge, for example,
used as a boundary or means of enclosure. For the purpose of this By-law, a fence shall not be
considered as a structure.
Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways
shall mean the regulations as defined by the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority or the Ausable
Bayfield Conservation Authority.
Financial Office or Institutions
shall mean any building used for the premises of a bank, trust company, finance company,
mortgage company or investment company.
First Livestock Facility
any building activity to construct a livestock facility that requires a building permit and results in an
increase in Nutrient Unit capacity on a lot, where there was no existing Nutrient Unit capacity.
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Flea Market
means an occasional or periodic market held in an open area or in a building or structure, where
groups of individual sellers display and offer goods for sale to the public, but does not include a
private garage sale or farmers market.
Flood Definitions
(See APPENDIX 6)
Flood, Regulatory
shall mean the standard of the said Conservation Authority used to define the limit of the flood plain
for regulatory purposes.
Floodline, Regulatory
shall mean the limits of the floodplain in the Township, based on a storm centred event equivalent to
Hurricane Hazel of 1954.
Floor Area
shall mean the area of a floor of a building measured from the outside of all exterior walls exclusive
of any attic, basement, private garage, veranda, enclosed porch or sunroom unless such enclosed
porch or sunroom is an integral part of the building and habitable in all seasons, and excluding any
floor area with a ceiling height of less than 2 metres.
Floor Area, Total
shall mean in the case of a dwelling, the aggregate of the areas of all habitable rooms measured
from the exterior walls, but excluding any detached accessory buildings, breezeway, unenclosed
sunroom, porch and/or verandah, attic or cellar.
In the case of a building other than a dwelling, the aggregate of the area of all floors devoted to retail
sales, customer service and/or office use measured from the outside face of exterior walls but
excluding storage, mezzanine areas, mechanical rooms, common halls, stairwells, garbage and
electrical rooms, parking structures and similar uses ancillary to the main use. The total floor area in
each zone applies only to that portion of such lot that is located within said zone.
Floor Area, Ground
shall mean the floor area of the lowest storey of a building approximately at or first above the
average finished grade level, excluding any basement or cellar, which area is measured between
the exterior faces of the exterior walls at the floor level of such storey, but:
a)
excludes car parking areas within the building; and
b)
for the purpose of this paragraph the walls of an inner court are and shall be deemed to be
exterior walls.
Floor Area Ratio
means the floor area in square metres of all buildings on a lot, divided by the area of the lot in
square metres and expressed as a percentage.
Flowpath
shall mean a surface channel or depression that conducts liquids away from the facility, site or area.
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Forestry
shall mean the use of land for the growth and management of trees.
Frontage
see 'LOT FRONTAGE'
Fuel Storage
shall mean a building or structure or depot designed and used exclusively as a storage facility for
combustible liquids.
Funeral Home
shall mean a commercial use for the purpose of furnishing funeral supplies and services to the
public and includes facilities for the preparation of deceased human bodies for interment or
cremation and may include a chapel for funeral purposes.
Garage, Attached
shall mean a private garage, accessory to a dwelling unit on the same lot and attached by a
common wall and/or common roof structure and is designed or used for the sheltering of private
motor vehicles and the storage of household equipment incidental to residential occupancy and is
fully enclosed and excludes a carport or other open shelter. For the purpose of determining lines of
setback and side yard, an attached garage shall be considered part of the main building.
Also, for the purposes of this definition, a wall between a house and an attached garage may be considered "common"
as long as at least 40% of the length of the attached garage wall is common with the dwelling wall.
Garage, Detached
shall mean a private garage, accessory to a dwelling unit on the same lot, which is designed or used
for the sheltering of private motor vehicles and the storage of household equipment incidental to
residential occupancy and is fully enclosed and excludes a carport or other open shelter.
Garage, Government
shall mean a municipal or provincial facility used for the storage and servicing of road construction
and maintenance equipment and materials.
Garage, Mutual
shall mean a private garage which:
a)
contains sufficient space for the parking of not less than 2 permitted vehicles
b)
is situated astride a common side lot line between 2 adjacent lots
c)
is accessory to a main use on each of such lots
Garage Sale
shall mean an occasional sale held by the occupants of a dwelling unit on their own premises, of
household goods and not merchandise which was purchased for resale or obtained on consignment.
No person shall conduct more than 6 garage sales per year at one location, with a maximum
duration of one weekend per sale.
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Garden Centre
shall mean the use of land, buildings or structures for the purpose of selling and raising plants,
shrubs and trees and includes the storage and sale of products generally used for landscaping and
gardening purposes.
Garden Suite
shall mean 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 and permitted in
accordance with the Provisions (Section 39) of The Planning Act, as amended from time to time.
Gas Compression Station
shall mean the use of land, buildings or structures for the storage, regulation of flow and distribution
of natural gas.
Gas Station
see 'MOTOR VEHICLE SALES & SERVICES'
Gasoline (Fuel) Bar
shall mean one or more pump islands, each consisting of one or more gasoline or fuel pumps, and
shelter having a floor area of not more than 10 square metres, excluding washrooms, which shall
not be used for the sales of any product other than liquids and small accessories required for the
operation of motor vehicles and shall not be used for repairs, oil changes, or greasing.
Golf Course
shall mean a public or private area operated for the purposes of playing golf and includes a par 3
Golf Course, driving ranges, miniature courses and associated recreational uses such as a club
house, restaurant, swimming pool and tennis courts.
Golf Driving Tee Or Range
shall mean a use which provides facilities designed and operated primarily for the practicing of golf
shots but does not include a Golf Course as defined herein.
Government Use
shall mean a property, building, or part thereof owned, rented, or leased by the Township of North
Huron, County of Huron, Province of Ontario or Government of Canada.
Grade, Established
means the average elevation of the surface of the ground at the base of a building at the front wall
exclusive of any embankment in lieu of steps. On streets where a sidewalk is provided by the
Township of North Huron it is the elevation of the sidewalk grade as fixed by the Township.
Grain Elevator
shall mean a building or structure used for the commercial storage and/or transshipment of grain.
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Greenhouse, Commercial
means a building or group of buildings used for the growing of flowers, plants, shrubs, trees and
similar vegetation, which are planned, designed, developed and managed as a unit, having off-street
parking provided on the site. The products produced from such buildings or structures are
wholesaled from the site.
Guestroom
shall mean a room or suite of rooms in a dwelling unit used or maintained for the accommodation of
the public.
Habitable Room
shall mean any room within a dwelling unit used or capable of being used for living, eating and
sleeping, but excluding a bathroom toilet room, serving or storage pantry, laundry and corridor.
Hazard Lands, Natural
shall include: flooding, erosion, unstable slopes, sinkholes, and lands adjacent to ravines, river
valleys, streams and water bodies.
Height
when used with reference to a building or structure shall mean the vertical distance between the
finished grade at the front of the building or structure and the highest point of the roof surface or
parapet, whichever is the higher, but exclusive of any structure accommodating an elevator,
staircase, water tank, ventilating fan, skylight. Aerial, steeple, cupola, chimney, firewall, smoke
stack, or other ornamental or utilitarian structure which rises above the roof level but does not
provide habitable living space.
Heritage Conservation District
shall mean a district as defined under Section V of the Ontario Heritage Act, as amended from time
to time.
Historic Site
shall mean an area containing buildings or places in which historic events occurred, or having
special public value because of notable architecture or features relating to the cultural or artistic
heritage of the community.
Home For The Aged
as defined under the Homes for the Aged and Rest Homes Act, as amended from time to time.
Home Industry
Shall mean a gainful occupation including an animal kennel, carpentry, day nursery, service and
repair shop, electrical, woodworking, window framing, welding, plumbing, machine, farm machinery
or motor vehicle repair shop, brewery/distillery/winery, small scale manufacturing, small engine
repair or blacksmith, conducted in whole or in part in an accessory building to a single detached
dwelling by the residents, provided that:
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a)
There is no external advertising other than a sign erected in accordance with any By-laws of
the corporation regulating signs
b)
There is no outside storage of goods, materials or equipment unless fully enclosed by a fence
or other
c)
enclosure which provides visual screening;
d)
Such home industry is not noxious trade, business or manufacture;
e)
Such home industry is clearly secondary to the main residential or agricultural use and does
not change the residential character of the dwelling;
f)
Not more than 2 persons, other than the owner, are employed therein on a full-time basis;
g)
There shall be no retailing of items not created on the site except for the minor retail of
products which are essential and accessory to the provided service. Retailing of items crafted
or fabricated on the site shall be allowed provided that the operation complies with all other
requirements;
h)
The maximum area for retail space is 10 square metres;
i)
The lot shall be an existing lot with not less than 24 metres of frontage and 60 metres of
depth and a total area of not less than 1,850 square metres;
j)
The maximum size of an accessory home industry (including building and outdoor storage)
shall be a maximum of 10% of the lot area or 2 acres, whichever is less;
k)
such home industry shall not result in significant volumes of vehicular traffic or on-street
parking which cause the disruption of normal activities of adjacent residential properties or
negatively impact on the operating viability and safety of the highway. (as amended by By-law
98-2019)
Home Occupation
means a gainful activity and/or profession conducted entirely within a dwelling or permitted
accessory buildings on the same lot only by the occupant(s) of the dwelling subject to the following
conditions:
a)
such home occupation is clearly secondary to and compatible with the principal use of the
dwelling for residential purposes
b)
no external alteration of the dwelling shall be permitted other than what is required by a
dwelling unit as a private residence
c)
there shall be no external display of goods, materials, wares or merchandise, or exterior
advertising other than a legal sign to indicate to persons outside that the dwelling, accessory
building or lot is being used for other than residential purposes
d)
such home occupation shall not create a significant nuisance or hazard to neighbours by
reason of noise emission, vibration, smoke, dust, fumes, odour, heat, humidity, glare, debris,
refuse, smoke, fire, lighting, interference with radio or television reception, or hours of
operation
e)
such home occupation shall not result in significant volumes of vehicular traffic or on-street
parking which cause the disruption of normal activities of adjacent residential properties or
negatively impact on the operating viability and safety of the highway
f)
no outdoor storage of materials or goods in support of such home occupation shall be
permitted
g)
the total area used for the home occupation cannot exceed 25% of the total floor area of the
dwelling; when calculating the total floor area for a home occupation total floor area of the
dwelling excludes: basement, cellar, attic, porch/verandah, attached garage and accessory
buildings. A finished habitable basement may be included in the calculation of total floor area
if the dwelling is a single storey dwelling.
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h)
an animal kennel, small engine repair and automotive repair shall not be deemed to be home
occupations
i)
there shall be no use of municipal services such as roads, sanitary and storm services, water
supply and utilities such as hydro, and gas or the generation of waste and refuse beyond that
normal to the use of property for residential purposes.
j)
no unreasonable use of lights or night-time operations will be permitted
k)
there shall be no retailing of items not created on the site except for the minor retail of
products which are essential and accessory to the provided service. Retailing of items crafted
or fabricated on the site shall be allowed provided that the operation complies with all other
requirements
l)
for greater clarity, a home occupation may mean and not be limited to:
- an office or consulting room for a professional person or agent
- an office and shop for a trade such as a builder, painter, plumber or electrician
- an office for a charitable organization
- a personal service shop such as a hairdresser, dressmaker or tailor
- a service and repair shop
- a studio for a teacher of music, art or academic subjects, a photographer, or commercial
artists, or a wholly enclosed workshop, and any other use of a similar nature which
conforms to the criteria above; but does not include or permit a rooming or boarding house,
convalescent home, clinic, retail shop, or any storage yard or plant for any trade
Hospice
means a residential facility where terminally ill patients receive palliative care treatment in a home-
like setting with a maximum of ten patient beds. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
Hospital
as defined under the Public Hospitals Act, or under the Private Hospitals Act, as amended from time
to time.
Hostel
shall mean an establishment providing accommodation for the traveling public and may include
communal spaces such as a kitchen.
Hotel
shall mean a building or part thereof used to accommodate the traveling public for gain or profit, by
supplying them with sleeping accommodation (with or without meals), but without private cooking
facilities provided that each guest room may only be entered from the interior of the building. A hotel
may include public rooms licensed under the Liquor Licensing Act, as amended from time to time.
This does not include a boarding house or guest cabins.
Industry, Dry
shall mean an industry which by nature of its operation, process, or fabrication of raw materials or
services rendered does not require a water supply for processing. The only sewage effluent will be
that produced from normal sanitary and eating facilities required for the employees.
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Industrial Use, General
Means the use of land, buildings or structures or any part thereof for the purpose of altering,
assembling, fabricating, finishing, growing, making, manufacturing, ornamenting, packaging,
producing, repairing, treating, or warehousing of any goods, substance, article or thing; including the
storage of building and construction equipment and materials; but shall not include any obnoxious
industry. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
Industrial Use, Light
Means the inoffensive use of land, buildings or structures or any part thereof for the purpose of
altering, assembling, fabricating, finishing, growing, making, manufacturing, ornamenting,
packaging, producing, repairing, treating, or warehousing of any goods, substance, article or thing;
but shall not include any obnoxious industry. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
Industrial Mall
means a building or group of buildings designed, developed, owned and managed as a unit
containing 3 or more separated spaces for lease or occupancy by industrial uses as established by
this By-law.
Institutional Use
see 'COMMUNITY FACILITY'
Kennel
means any lot, building or structure where domesticated animals are commercially housed,
groomed, bred, boarded, trained or sold and which may offer provisions for minor medical treatment.
Laboratory
shall mean a building, or part thereof, used for scientific, medical and/or research purposes.
Landscaped Open Space
shall mean open space comprised of lawn and/or ornamental shrubs, flowers and trees and may
include space occupied by paths, walks, courts and patios, but shall not include parking areas, traffic
aisles, driveways, ramps, or storage of equipment, vehicles or other materials.
Landscaping
means 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 and to provide a screen to mitigate any objectionable
aspects that may detrimentally affect adjacent land but does not include parking areas, patios,
walkways, driveways, traffic aisles or ramps.
Lane
shall mean a public thoroughfare which affords only a secondary means of access to abutting lots
and which is not intended for general traffic circulation.
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Laundromat
shall mean an establishment containing one or more washers and could include drying, ironing,
finishing and incidental equipment, provided that only water, soaps and detergents are used and
provided that no such operation shall emit any noise or vibrations which cause a nuisance or
inconvenience within or without the premises. This definition may include a self-service coin
operated Laundromat.
Library
shall mean a library, branch library or distribution station to which the provisions of the Public
Libraries Act, as amended from time to time, apply.
Livestock
includes dairy, beef, swine, poultry, horses, goats, sheep, ratites, fur-bearing animals, deer and elk,
game animals, birds, and other animals identified in Table 1 of the Minimum Distance Separation
formulae.
Livestock Housing Facility
one or more barns or permanent structures with livestock-occupied portions, intended for keeping or
housing livestock. A livestock facility also includes all manure or material storages and anaerobic
digesters.
Livestock Housing Capacity
maximum livestock capacity for all facilities on a lot at any time, even if currently empty but able to
house livestock.
Loading Space
shall mean an off-street space on the same lot as the building or contiguous to a group of buildings,
for the temporary parking of a commercial vehicle while loading or unloading merchandise or
materials, and which abuts upon a street, lane or other appropriate means of access.
Lot
In this by-law lot shall mean a contiguous parcel of land which is owned by one person, or by more
persons than one as tenants in common as to the whole parcel, or as joint tenants as to the whole
parcel, and which parcel of land is also:
a)
a whole of a lot or block on a registered Plan of Subdivision;
b)
a whole of a unit on a Vacant Land Condominium Plan;
c)
the whole of a contiguous parcel of common elements within a Vacant Land Condominium
Plan or within a Common Elements Condominium Plan;
d)
the whole of the lands within a Standard Condominium Plan; or
e)
a parcel which may otherwise be conveyed separately without contravening the Planning Act,
provided that the sub-paragraph (e) shall not apply to a unit within a Standard Condominium
Plan. (See Lot Definition illustration in APPENDIX)
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LOT, CORNER - shall mean a lot situated at the intersection of, or abutting upon, two or
more public roads, provided that the angle of intersection of such streets is not more than 135
degrees.
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LOT, INTERIOR - shall mean a lot other than a corner lot.
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LOT, THROUGH - shall mean a lot bounded on two opposite sides by a street. If any lot
qualifies as being both a "Corner Lot" and a "Through Lot", as herein before defined, such lot
shall be deemed a "Corner Lot" for the purpose of this By-law.
Lot Area
shall mean the total horizontal area within the limits of a lot, unless otherwise specified.
Lot Coverage
shall mean the percentage of the lot area, covered by all buildings above ground level, and shall not
include that portion of such lot area which is occupied by a building or portion thereof which is
completely below ground level. Patios, unenclosed swimming pools, awnings, and ground-mounted
solar energy collectors are not included in the calculation of zone coverage; however, decks,
balconies, and tennis courts are included.
Lot Depth
shall mean the horizontal distance between the front and rear lot lines. Where these lines are not
parallel, it shall be the length of a line joining the mid-points of the front and rear lot lines. For lots
with curved front lot lines, the measurement shall be taken from a line drawn parallel to the chord of
the arc of the curve constituting the front lot line, lying midway between said chord and a line drawn
parallel to said cord and tangent to said arc. When 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
shall mean the horizontal distance between the side lot lines measured at right angles. Where the
front lot line is not a straight line, the lot frontage shall be measured by a line set at a maximum of
7.5 metres back from and parallel to the chord of the lot frontage or a line parallel to the said chord
and tangent to the arc. (For the purposes of this By-law the chord of the lot frontage is a straight line
joining the two points where the side lot lines intersect the front lot lines.).
Lot Line
shall mean any boundary of a lot or a vertical projection thereof.
a)
Front Lot Line
shall mean the lot line that abuts the street except that, in the case of a corner lot, the shorter lot line
that abuts the street shall be deemed the front lot line and the longer lot line that abuts the street or
unopened road allowance shall be deemed the exterior side lot line. Notwithstanding, in the case of
a corner lot with multiple residential units on a single parcel that are intended to be subdivided in
accordance with Section 50 or 51 of the Planning Act, the Township Chief Building Official has the
discretion to deem either lot line that abuts a street as the front lot line.
In addition:
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Front Lot Line, Corner Lot with Two Street Lines of Equal Length
in the case of a corner lot with two street lines of equal lengths, the lot line that abuts the wider
street or abuts a Provincial Highway shall be deemed to be the front lot line, and in the case of both
streets being under the same jurisdiction, or of the same width, the Township may designate either
street line as the front lot line.
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Front Lot Line, Through Lot
in the case of a through lot the longer boundary dividing the lot from the street shall be deemed to
be the front line and the opposite shorter boundary shall be deemed to be the rear lot line. In case
each of such lot lines should be of equal length, the Township may designate either street line as
the front lot line.
b)
Rear Lot Line-shall mean the longest lot line opposite to the front lot line.
c)
Side Lot Line-shall mean a lot line other than a front or rear lot line.
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Exterior Side Lot Line-shall mean any lot line other than a front lot line or rear lot line
abutting a public street/road/lane.
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Interior Side Lot Line-shall mean a side lot line other than an exterior side lot line.
Lot Of Record
shall mean a lot or parcel of land that can legally be conveyed and which includes lots on a
registered plan of subdivision, parcels created by consent in accordance with The Planning Act, as
amended from time to time, or any other distinct and separate holding, the deed to which is
registered in the Land Registry Office and which lot or parcel of land was legally created prior to the
date of passing of this By-law. For the purposes of this definition, lots of record shall not include
those lots on a registered plan of subdivision which has been deemed not to be a registered plan of
subdivision for the purposes of Section 49(4) of The Planning Act, as amended from time to time.
Lumber Yard
shall mean a place of business which retails lumber and related materials and may include open
storage and warehousing.
Main Building
see 'BUILDING, MAIN'
Main Wall
shall mean the exterior front, side or rear wall of a building or structural members essential to the
support of a fully enclosed space or roof.
Manure Liquid Storage Facility
shall mean a building or structure in which animal waste is stored in a liquid state.
Manure Solid Storage Facility
shall mean a building or structure in which animal waste is stored in a solid state.
Micro-Brewery/Distillery/Winery
Means a building or structure or part thereof used for the small-scale manufacturing, processing,
retail sale, and distribution of beverages and alcoholic substances. A micro-brewery/distillery/winery
may include a cidery or meadery. A micro-brewery/distillery/winery may also include the preparation,
offering for sale, and consumption of food or drinks including alcoholic drinks; entertainment and
hosting of events; and tours of the facility. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
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Mineral Aggregate Operation - shall mean:
a)
lands under license or permit, other than for wayside pits and quarries, issued in accordance
with the Aggregate Resources Act, or successors thereto;
b)
for lands not designated under the Aggregate Resources Act, established pits and quarries
that are not in contravention of this by-law including adjacent land under agreement with or
owned by the operator, to permit continuation of the operation; and
c)
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.
Miniature Golf Course
shall mean a use which provides facilities designed and operated primarily for what is commonly
known as miniature golf but does not include a Golf Driving Tee or Range or a Golf Course as
defined herein.
Minimum Distance Separation
is a tool to determine a required distance for new development from existing livestock facilities, or for
a new or expanding livestock facility from an existing use or proposed development as determined
by the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae approved by the Province of Ontario (as
amended from time to time) and includes any MDS Implementation Guideline issued by the
Province of Ontario.
Mobile Home
see 'DWELLING, MOBILE HOME'
Mobile Home Park
shall mean a lot containing 2 or more mobile home sites and which is under single management and
ownership, used for the siting of mobile homes together with commercial-recreational and service
uses for Mobile Home Park residents, including any building, structure or enclosure forming a part of
such mobile home park.
Mobile Home & Recreational Vehicle Sales & Service Establishment
shall mean land, building or structure used for the sale and service of Mobile Homes, Modular
Homes, and Travel/Tent Trailers.
Motorized Recreational Vehicle Sales and Service
shall mean land, building or structure used for the sale and service of motorized recreational
vehicles such as: boats, motorcycles, snowmobiles and all terrain vehicles.
Mobile Home Site
shall mean a parcel of land within a mobile home park occupied by or intended for occupancy by
one mobile home together with all yards and open space required by this By-law.
Modular Home
see 'DWELLING, MODULAR HOME'
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Motel
shall mean a separate building or a group of 2 or more connected or detached buildings designed
and used mainly for the purpose of catering to the needs of the traveling public by furnishing
sleeping accommodation with or without supplying food for guests. The motel may include
accessory recreational facilities and each guest room may be entered directly from the exterior of
the building. A motel shall not include a boarding or rooming house or a hotel.
Motor Home
see 'TRAVEL TRAILER'
Motor Vehicle
shall mean an automobile, truck, motorcycle or motorized snow or all-terrain vehicle, but does not
include the cars of electric or steam railways, or other vehicles running only on rails, or a traction
engine, farm tractor, self-propelled farm machinery or road building machine.
Motor Vehicle Body Shop
shall mean a building and/or lot used for the repair and painting of motor vehicles but does not
include any other motor vehicle uses.
Motor Vehicle, Derelict
shall mean a motor vehicle that is in a wrecked, discarded, dismantled, inoperative or abandoned
condition; and does not have a current license plate.
Motor Vehicle Repair Shop
shall mean a building and/or land used for the servicing, repair, cleaning, polishing, lubrication and
greasing of Motor Vehicles and may include minor vehicular body repair and re-painting, but shall
not include any other Motor Vehicle Use defined in this By-law.
Motor Vehicle Rust Proofing Establishment
a building used for the application of rust proofing materials on motor vehicles.
Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Service Establishment
shall mean a building and/or lot used for the display and sale of new or used motor vehicles, and/or
the servicing, repair, cleaning, polishing and greasing of these products, the sale of accessories and
related products, the leasing or renting of motor vehicles and the retail sales of motor vehicle
lubricants and fuels. This establishment may also include such minor body repair that may be
incidental to the mechanical servicing and repair of motor vehicles.
Motor Vehicle Wrecking Establishment
see 'SALVAGE YARD'
Multiple Attached Dwelling
Means a building that is completely divided vertically into 3 or more dwelling units by a party wall of
masonry construction, each dwelling unit having independent entrance directly from the outside. (as
amended by By-law 98-2019)
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Municipal Drain Closed
shall mean "drainage works" as defined by The Drainage Act, as amended from time to time, located
entirely within the ground.
Municipal Drain Open
shall mean "drainage works" as defined by The Drainage Act, as amended from time to time.
Natural Environment
shall mean areas of wetlands, woodlands, watercourses, valleys, and/or environmentally sensitive
areas (ESAs); ESAs may include: life science areas of natural and scientific interest (ANSIs); habitat
for threatened or endangered species; wildlife habitat; earth science areas of natural and scientific
interest (ANSIs).
Non-Complying
shall mean a legally existing lot, building or structure that is permitted by the provisions of the applicable zone as of the
date of passing of this By-law, which does not meet the zone provisions with respect to yards, lot area, frontage, parking,
setback, or any other provision of this By-law applicable to that zone.
Non-Conforming
shall mean a legally existing use, as of the date of passing of this By-law that is not permitted in the
Zone in which it is located.
Noxious Use / Contaminant
shall mean an offensive use or trade or contaminant within the meaning of the Environmental
Protection Act, as amended from time to time, or any use which is a nuisance by reason of emission
of airborne or waterborne odours, gases, dirt, smoke, noise, vibration, fumes, cinders, soot or waste,
or the depositing or leaving of unsightly objects or chattels on land, which may be hazardous or
injurious as regards health or safety or which prejudices the character of the surrounding area or
interferes with or may interfere with the normal enjoyment of any use of land, building or structure.
Nursing Home
shall mean any building maintained and operated where lodging, meals and nursing care are
provided for 2 or more persons, licensed under the Long-Term Care Homes Act, as amended from
time to time.
Obstacle Limitation Surfaces
shall mean a surface that establishes the limit to which objects may project into the airspace
associated with an aerodrome so that aircraft operations at the aerodrome may be conducted safely.
The Obstacle Limitation Surface includes an Approach Surface, a Transitional Surface and an Outer
Surface
Occupancy
shall mean to reside in as owner or tenant on a permanent or temporary basis.
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Office
shall mean any building or part of a building in which business may be transacted, a service
performed or consultation given, but excludes such uses as retail sale, repair, manufacture,
assembly or storage of goods, or places of assembly or amusement.
Office, Business
means any building or part of a building in which one or more persons are employed in the
management, direction or conducting of an agency, business brokerage, or labour organization, and
shall exclude such uses as retail sale, manufacture, assembly or storage of goods, or places of
assembly and amusement.
Office, Professional
means any office where professionally qualified persons, technical assistants and associated clerical
staff are employed and where clients or patients go for advice, consultation or treatment. Without
limiting the generality of the forgoing, professional office uses may include: business providing
qualified professional services such as physicians, lawyers, drugless practitioners, and planners;
and any other use of a similar nature which conforms to the criteria above; but shall not include the
uses of a Personal Service Shop or Service Shop.
Official Plan
shall mean the Official Plan for the Township of North Huron, including amendments thereto as
adopted by Municipal Council and as approved by the County of Huron.
On-Farm Diversified Use
Means uses that are secondary to the principal agricultural use of the property and are limited in
area. On-farm diversified uses include, but are not limited to, home occupations, home industries,
agri-tourism uses and uses that produce value-added agricultural products. Ground-mounted solar
facilities may be considered an on-farm diversified use. On-farm diversified uses may include
accessory retail of goods produced on the property or goods produced on farms located within a
50km radius to a limited scale.
Open Space Useable
shall mean an area of land on the site which is suitable for landscaping, including any part of the site
occupied by recreational accessory buildings, any surfaced walk, patio or similar area, any sports or
recreational area, any ornamental or swimming pool, and the roof or other part of a building or
structure open to the air and suitable for landscaping and used as a recreational area but excluding
any driveway or ramp, whether surfaced or not, any curb, retaining wall, motor vehicle parking area,
or loading space.
Outer Surface
shall mean a surface located in a horizontal plan above the Richard LeVan Airport and its environs.
The Outer Surface at the Richard LeVan Airport is 45 metres above aerodrome elevation and
extends to 4000 metres from the geographic centre (middle of main runway).
Outdoor Display
shall mean the open-air display of goods or merchandise for sale.
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Outdoor Storage
shall mean the storage of goods, merchandise or equipment in the open air and in unenclosed
portions of buildings, which are open to the air on the sides.
Owner
shall mean the person who holds legal title to a piece of property.
Park Model Trailer
see 'Dwelling, Park Model Trailer'
Park, Private
means a non-commercial recreation area other than a public park used by the owner and their
guests and may include therein a swimming pool, wading pool, picnic area, tennis courts, a bowling
green, a country club, and similar open space uses.
Park, Public
means a recreational area owned or controlled by the Corporation or by any Board, Commission or
other Authority established under any statue of the Province of Ontario or any religious, charitable or
philanthropic organization. The Township may consider including a 'naturalization' component to all
parks within Natural Environment zones.
Parking Aisle
shall mean a portion of a parking area which abuts on one or more sides parking spaces to which it
provides access and which is not used for the parking of vehicles.
Parking Area, Required
shall mean an area of land which is provided and maintained upon the same lot or lots upon which
the principal use is located and which area;
a)
comprises all parking spaces of at least the minimum number required according to the
provisions of this By-law, and all driveways, aisles, manoeuvring areas, entrances, exits, and
similar areas used for the purpose of gaining access to and egress from the said parking
spaces; and
b)
is provided and maintained in accordance with all applicable provisions of this By-law.
Parking Lot
shall mean a lot used or intended for the temporary parking of 2 or more motor vehicles and may
include aisles, parking spaces and related entrance and exit lanes, but shall not include any part of a
road.
Parking Space
shall mean a space on which a motor vehicle may be temporarily parked. For 'PARKING AREA
REGULATIONS' see General Provisions.
Permitted
shall mean permitted by this By-law.
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Person
shall include any individual, association, partnership, corporation, Municipal Corporation, agent or
trustee and the heirs, executors or other legal representative of a person to whom the context can
apply accordingly to law.
Personal Services Shop
shall mean a building or part of a building for the performance of personal services; for greater
clarity a personal services shop may include a barber shop, beauty parlour, spa services, and dress-
making.
Petroleum Work
shall mean as defined by the Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act, as amended from time to time, a
Pipeline or Petroleum Well and every part thereof and adjunct thereto that is used in the drilling for
or the production or storage of oil or gas.
Pit
shall mean a place where unconsolidated aggregate or other material is being or has been removed
by means of an open excavation to supply material for construction, industrial or manufacturing
purposes.
Pit, Wayside
shall mean a temporary pit opened and used by a public authority solely for the purpose of a
particular project or contact of road construction and not located on the road right-of-way.
Place Of Entertainment
Means a building or structure or part thereof used for recreational activities including an arcade,
auditorium, billiard or pool room, bowling alley, cinema, dance hall, gaming facility, ice or roller
skating rink, or theatre. A place of entertainment may also include the offering for sale, serving and
consumption of food or drinks, which may include alcohol where appropriately licensed. (as
amended by By-law 98-2019)
Planning Act
shall mean the Planning Act of Ontario, R.S.O. 1990, c P.13, as amended from time to time and
includes the former Planning Acts of Ontario as in force from time to time.
Planting Strip
shall mean an area which shall be used for no purpose other than planting a row of trees or a
continuous unpierced hedgerow of evergreens or shrubs not less than 1.5 metres high, immediately
adjacent to the lot line or portion thereof along which such planting strip is required.
Playground
shall mean an area of landscaped open space, equipped with children's equipment, such as slides,
swings or wading pools.
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Point of Reception
"Point of reception" is a definition that is used by the Ministry of Environment in assessing an
application for a Certificate of Approval for wind energy facilities. A point of reception includes the
following structures/uses on separately titled lots: a dwelling; recreational residence; hotel; motel;
nursing home; retirement home; hospital; campground; school; or place of worship on a separately
titled lot.
Portable Asphalt Plant
means a facility with equipment designed to heat and dry aggregate and to mix aggregate with
bituminous asphalt to produce asphalt paving material, and includes stockpiling and storage of bulk
materials used in the process. It is not of permanent construction, but is designed to be dismantled
at the completion of the construction project.
Private Club
shall mean a building or part of a building used as a meeting place for members of a chartered
organization, and shall include a lodge, a fraternity or sorority house, hostel, and a labour union hall.
Private Garage or Carport
means an attached or detached accessory building or portion of a dwelling house which is designed
or used for the sheltering of private motor vehicles and storage of household equipment incidental to
the residential occupancy.
Privacy Fence
shall mean a solid and continuous fence constructed of suitable material to a height of not less than
1.5 metres (5.0 feet) so as to provide a year-round visual barrier.
Public Authority
shall mean the Council and any School Board, Public Utility Commission, Transportation
Commission, Public Library Board, Board of Parks Management, Board of Health, or other board or
commission or committee of the Township of North Huron established or exercising any power or
authority under any general or special statutes of Ontario with respect to any of the affairs or
purposes of the Township or a portion thereof, and includes any committee or local authority
established by By-law of the Township. The Federal Government of Canada and the Government of
the Province of Ontario and any boards, departments, commission or agencies thereof may also be
considered as public authorities.
Public Building
shall mean any building or structure owned or leased by a municipal corporation, or County
Corporation, Province of Ontario, or the Government of Canada and in which government activities
are carried out.
Public Utility
shall mean a waterworks, a water supply system, sewage works, electrical power or energy
generating, transmission or distribution system, street lighting system, natural or artificial gas works
or supply system, a transportation system or a telephone system, and includes any lands, buildings
or equipment required for the administration or operation of any such system.
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Pump Island
means that portion of an automobile service station, public garage or portion of a non-residential use
for the retail sale of automotive fuels, which includes the gas pumps, concrete base, overhead
canopy and kiosk, but shall not include any part of any building for the repair or service of vehicles.
Reconstruction
shall mean to construct again.
Recreation, Active
shall mean the use of land, water and/or building for the purpose of organized active leisure
activities and shall include such uses as an arena, a pool and a sports field.
Recreation, Passive
shall mean the use of land and/or water for the purpose of passive leisure activity and shall include
such uses as a park, a garden, a picnic area and the like, hiking trails, as well as a playground with
activity equipment for children.
Recreational Vehicle Sales & Service Establishment
see 'MOBILE HOME & RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SALES & SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT'
Recycling Centre
shall mean a building or an area where materials, excluding motor vehicles and farm machinery, are
collected, separated and processed.
Redevelopment
means development subsequent to the total or partial removal of buildings from land
Regulated Area
see 'Conservation Authority Regulated Lands, CARL'
Regulatory Flood
see 'FLOOD, REGULATORY'
Regulatory Floodline
see 'FLOODLINE, REGULATORY'
Renovation
shall mean the repair and restoration of a building to good condition within existing external walls.
Replacement
shall mean when used in reference to a building or structure or part thereof, and the rebuilding,
repairing or restoring of more than 25% of the total building or structure.
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Research and Development Facility/Laboratory
shall mean a building or group of buildings in which are located facilities for scientific research,
investigations, testing or experimentation.
Residence
see 'DWELLING'
Residential Use
shall mean the use of a building or structure or parts thereof as a dwelling.
Restaurant
see 'EATING ESTABLISHMENT'
Rest Home
shall mean a building or portion of a building other than a public or private hospital operated under
the provisions of the Homes for the Aged and Rest Homes Act, as amended from time to time.
Retail Floor Area
shall mean the aggregate of the areas of all rooms where goods and services are made available for
sale but shall not include storage areas or other commercial uses.
Retail Store
Means a building or structure or part thereof in which goods, wares, merchandise, substances, or
articles are kept for hire, lease, rent, or sale to the public; and accessory uses thereto. (as amended
by By-law 98-2019)
Retirement Home
shall mean a building for the accommodation of senior citizens, within single or double rooms or
suites which do not contain kitchens, and where central kitchen, dining and laundry facilities are
provided for the residents, together with other communal facilities, under the supervision of resident
and other staff, but which shall not include a Nursing Home, licensed under the Nursing Homes Act,
as amended from time to time.
Right-of-Way
shall mean a legal agreement which affords access to abutting lots.
Road (Private)
shall mean a road which is not assumed by the Ministry of Transportation, the County of Huron or
the Township and shall provide private access to any lots abutting thereon.
Road, Street or Highway (Public)
shall mean a road which has been assumed and maintained by the Ministry of Transportation, the
County of Huron or the Township and shall mean such public highway, streets or roads as affords
the main means of access to any lots abutting thereon.
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For the purpose of setbacks, an unopened or unassumed road allowance shall also be considered a
road, street or highway (public).
a)
Road, Arterial - are designed to facilitate through traffic. These roads will be developed,
where possible, on a 100-foot road allowance and direct access will be limited so as not to
impede the efficient flow of through traffic. In North Huron, all King's Highways are arterial
roads.
b)
Road, Collector - have the dual function of carrying moderate volumes of traffic and
providing land access. Collector roads distribute traffic between local and arterial roads and
carry lighter volumes for shorter trips than an arterial road. These roads will be developed,
where possible, on a 100-foot road allowance. In North Huron, all County Roads are collector
roads.
c)
Road, Local - provide localized access and minimize through traffic. These roads will be
developed, where possible, on a 66-foot road allowance. In North Huron, all Municipal roads
are local roads.
Rural Area
means lands located outside of settlement areas, including natural environment and agricultural
areas.
Rural Brewery/Distillery/Winery
shall mean one or more buildings, structures or parts thereof associated with an agricultural use(s)
on the same farm lot, where the lot contains a minimum of 4 hectares planted to produce
materials/crops to be used in the production of alcohol. A rural brewery/distillery/winery may
include storage, display, processing, alcohol tasting, an outdoor patio area, and limited retail sales.
The area used for alcohol tastings and retail sales shall not exceed 150m2. Alcohol tasting does
not include a restaurant, banquet facility, or commercial kitchen. Overnight accommodation is not
part of a rural winery/brewery/distillery use. A rural brewery/distillery/winery with a minimum of 8
hectares planted to produce materials/crops to be used in the production of alcohol is also
permitted a service kitchen and related dining area. A rural brewery/distillery/winery may also
include a meadery or cidery. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
Salvage Yard
shall include a lot and/or premises for the storage and/or handling and/or sale of scrap or used
materials, which without limiting the generality of the foregoing, shall include waste paper, rags,
wood, bottles, bicycles, vehicles, tires, metal and/or other scrap material and salvage and includes a
junk yard, scrap metal yard including secondary motor vehicle sales and service establishment and
premises.
Sawmill
shall mean the use of land, building or structure for the purpose of processing logs or other
unfinished wood into lumber, shingles, pallets, sawdust, firewood or related products.
School
means a school under the jurisdiction of a Board as defined in the Education Act or the Universities
or Colleges Act, as amended from time to time.
a)
Commercial School means a school operated by one or more persons for gain or profit.
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b)
Private School means a school other than a public school or commercial school under the
jurisdiction of a private non-profit board of trustees or governors, a religious organization, or a
charitable institution.
c)
Public School means a public school under the jurisdiction of a public agency.
Seniors Home
see 'HOMES FOR THE AGED, DWELLIING'
Separation Distance
shall mean the horizontal distance between buildings or structures measured from the closest point
on the exterior wall of such buildings or structures.
Service and Repair Shop
shall mean an establishment wherein articles of goods such as appliances, furniture or similar items
may be repaired or serviced. This definition shall not include any manufacturing operation, small
engine repair or establishment used for the service or repair of motor vehicles.
Service Kitchen
shall mean the portion of a building used for the preparation of food cooked or prepared off-site into
serving portions for consumption on-site.
Services, Full
means municipal water services and municipal sewage services.
Services, Partial
means municipal water services and private sewage services including either private individual
sewage services or private communal sewage services.
Services, Private
shall mean private individual water services or private communal water services and private
individual sewage services or private communal sewage services.
Services Shop, Personal
see 'PERSONAL SERVICES SHOP'
Setback
see 'BUILDING SETBACK'
Settlement Areas
means towns, villages and hamlets where development is concentrated, and the surrounding land
has been designated for urban development in the Official Plan.
Sewage Treatment Plant
shall mean the use of land and/or buildings for the purposes of treatment and disposal of sanitary
sewage and includes accessory transfer stations and pumping stations.
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Shopping Centre
shall mean a group of commercial establishments conceived, designed, developed and managed as
an interdependent and inter-related unit whether by a single owner or tenant or by a group of owners
or tenants, acting in collaboration and shall include a parking lot.
Sign
means a name, identification, description, device, display, or illustration which is affixed to, or
represented directly or indirectly upon a building, structure or lot and which directs attention to an
object, product, place, activity, person, institution, organization or business. A sign permit may be
required for the erection of any sign upon private or public property in accordance with the Township
Sign By-law.
Sinkhole
Sinkholes are closed depressions that form by the dissolution of underlying soluble bedrock and
they function as connections between surface and groundwater.
Site Plan
shall mean a scaled drawing showing the relationship between the lot lines and the uses, buildings
or structures existing or proposed on a lot, including such details as parking area, driveways,
walkways, landscaped areas, building areas, minimum yards, building heights, floor areas, densities
and areas for special uses.
Solar Collector
shall mean a device or combination of devices and/or structures that transform solar energy into
thermal, chemical or electrical energy.
Solar Energy System
shall mean a system designed for the collection, storage and distribution of solar energy.
Source Protection Plan
shall mean a document passed under the Clean Water Act, 2006 for the protection of water
resources that are used as a source of municipal drinking water, including the Maitland Valley
Source Protection Plan.
Special Policy Area
shall mean an area within a community that has historically existed in the flood plain and where site-
specific policies are intended to provide for the continued viability of existing uses and address the
hardships concerning development.
Sports and Recreation Facility
shall mean land, buildings or structures used for the purpose of active leisure activities and shall
include such uses as an arena, swimming pool, community centre, curling rink, outdoor ice rink, a
sports field and uses accessory thereto.
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Stockyard
shall mean the use of land, a building or a structure for the temporary containment of livestock.
Storage (Commercial) Warehouse
see 'COMMERCIAL STORAGE WAREHOUSE'
Storey
shall mean that portion of a building between any floor and the floor, ceiling or roof next above,
provided that any portion of a building partly below grade level shall not be deemed a storey unless
its ceiling is at least 1.8 metres above average grade and provided also that any portion of a storey
exceeding 4 metres in height shall be deemed an additional storey for each 4 metres or fraction
thereof of such excess.
Storey, Half
shall mean the portion of a building located wholly or partly within a sloping roof having a floor area
of not less than one-third or more than 2/3 of the floor area of the storey next below, sidewalls not
less than 1.2 metres of height and a ceiling with a minimum height of 2.3 metres over an area equal
to at least 50% of its floor area.
Street
see 'ROAD, STREET, OR HIGHWAY (PUBLIC)'
Street Line
shall mean the boundary line between a street and a lot.
Structure
shall mean anything that is erected, built or constructed of parts joined together or any such erection
fixed to or supported by the soil and/or any other structure. For the purposes of this By-law,
"structure" does not include a fence, hedge, light standards, tomb stones, sports screening, septic
systems or signs.
Swimming Pool
shall mean a structure, basin, chamber or tank containing or capable of containing water, and
designed to be used for swimming or wading.
Take-Out Restaurant
see 'EATING ESTABLISHMENT'
Tavern
shall mean tavern as defined by The Liquor License Act, as amended from time to time.
Temporary Building
shall mean a building or structure intended for removal or demolition within a prescribed time not
exceeding 2 years as set out in a building permit.
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Temporary Use
shall mean the use of land, building or structure for a construction office, tool shed, or for the storage
of scaffolds, equipment and material which is incidental to and necessary for construction work in
progress for so long as the same are necessary for the construction work which has neither been
finished nor abandoned on the same lot. "Abandoned" means the failure to proceed expeditiously
with the construction of a work.
Tenant
means a person or group who occupies a building, structure or land by rental agreement.
Terms
all terms used in this By-Law, which are not otherwise specifically defined, shall have the meanings
given to them by the Planning Act and the Condominium Act at the relevant point in time.
Theatre
shall mean an establishment which produces/performs plays, films and live theatre productions
along with any appropriate accessory uses used in performance productions and management; in
addition, an accessory art gallery and food concession may be permitted.
Tillable Hectares
shall mean the total area of land including pasture that can be cultivated.
Top-of-Bank
Shall mean the point at which the slope of a valley or shoreline meets the horizontal plane of the
adjacent table-land. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
Township
shall mean the Corporation of the Township of North Huron.
Trailer
A trailer may include a trailer for the transport of vehicles, equipment and materials or any vehicle
constructed to be attached and propelled by a motor vehicle and that is capable of being used by
persons for living, sleeping or eating, even if the vehicle is jacked-up or its running gear is removed.
Trailer and Tent Park
shall mean any land upon which overnight, short term or seasonal accommodation for 2 or more
tents, travel trailers, or park model trailers used or intended to be used for human occupation, which
shall not include permanent year-round human occupation of permitted tents or trailers, and includes
on-site ancillary commercial, laundry, social, and recreational facilities.
Transitional Surface
means a complex surface along the side of the runway strip at the Richard LeVan Airport and part of
the side of the approach surface that slopes upwards and outwards up to the outer surface.
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Travel Trailer
shall mean a structure or vehicle designed, intended, and used exclusively for the temporary or
seasonal living, sleeping, or eating accommodation for persons therein during travel, recreation and
vacation and is either capable of being drawn by a passenger vehicle or is self-propelled and shall
include tent trailers, vans, motor homes and similar transportable accommodation but not a mobile
home. Travel trailers are built to CSA Z240 RV Species specifications.
Travel Trailer Sales Establishment
see 'MOBILE HOME & RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SALES & SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT'
Truck Transport Terminal
shall mean a building or structure, or lot used for the parking, repairing or dispatching of Commercial
motor Vehicles or trailers, as defined by the Highway Traffic Act, as amended from time to time.
Unit In a Plan of Condominium
means a part of the property designated as a unit by the description and includes the space
enclosed by its boundaries and all of the land, structures and fixtures within this space in
accordance with the declaration and description.
Urban
means those land uses designated for residential, recreational, commercial, industrial, or community
facility within a recognized Town, Village, Hamlet or other recognized urban area.
Urban Expansion
means the outward expansion of settlement areas for such uses as residential, recreational,
institutional, commercial and industrial.
Urban Zones
defined as: R1, R2, R3, R4, CF, IND1, IND2, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, DS, FD, and OS.
Use
shall mean the purpose for which any land, building, structure, or premises, or part thereof, is
arranged, designed or intended to be used, or is or may be occupied or maintained and the words,
"used", "to use" and, "uses" have a corresponding meaning.
Utility Service Building
shall mean a building used in connection with the supplying of local utilities services including a
water or sewage pumping station, a water storage reservoir, a gas regulator building, a hydro sub-
station, a telephone building for exchange, long distance or repeater purposes (but does not include
major hydro transmission lines and transformer stations of 230kv or more).
Veterinary Clinic
shall mean a building or part thereof wherein animals of all kinds are treated or kept for treatment by
a registered veterinarian, and where such animals can be temporarily boarded.
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Vulnerability Score
shall mean an assigned score representing the susceptibility of an area to contamination, as set out
in the Maitland Valley Source Protection Plan passed under the Clean Water Act, where 10 is the
most vulnerable and 2 is the least vulnerable.
Warehouse
shall mean a building used or intended to be used for the bulk storage of goods, merchandise or
materials and shall include wholesale establishments.
Waste Disposal Site
shall mean any land approved by the Ministry of the Environment upon, into or in which waste has or
may be deposited or processed.
Water Supply / Water Treatment Plant
shall mean the water source and related storage including pumping and purification appurtenances
owned and operated by the Township for public use.
Watercourse
shall mean a natural/artificial channel for a stream and, for the purpose of this By-law, includes a
channel for an intermittent stream.
Wayside Pit
see 'PIT, WAYSIDE'
Wellhead Protection Area (WPHA)
shall mean an area susceptible to groundwater contamination around a municipal drinking water
well as identified in the Maitland Valley Source Protection Plan passed under the Clean Water Act.
WHPAs are categorized from A to E based on the distance from wellhead or length of time a
potential contaminant could take to reach a well
Wholesale Use
shall mean an establishment, which sells merchandise to others for resale and/or to industrial or
commercial users.
Wind Energy Facility
shall mean any device and related equipment that is used, or designed to be used, for the
production of electrical power where wind is the energy source, including wind turbines, vertical axis
wind turbines and horizontal axis wind turbines.
Wine
shall mean an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes or other fruits/plants as well as
honey. Also referred to as beer, hard cider, mead, or spirits.
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Yard
shall mean an open area of land, unoccupied and unobstructed except as otherwise provided for or
required by this By-law, located on the same lot or zone within a lot with a main building or structure.
See the APPENDIX for all yard related definition diagrams.
Yard, Front
shall mean a yard extending across the full width of the lot or zone within the lot between the front
line of the lot and the nearest part of any building or structure on the lot.
- Front yard depth means the least horizontal dimension between the front lot line of the lot and
the nearest part of any building or structure on the lot.
Yard, Rear
shall mean a yard extending across the full width of the lot or zone within the lot between the rear lot
line of the lot or rear zone boundary and the nearest part of any building or structure on the lot.
- Rear Yard Depth shall mean the least horizontal dimension between the rear lot line of the lot or
rear zone boundary and the nearest part of any building or structure on the lot or zone.
Yard, Side
shall mean a yard extending from the front yard to the rear yard and from the side lot line of the lot to
the nearest part of any main building or structures on the lot.
- Side Yard Depth shall mean the least horizontal dimension between the side lot line of the lot
and the nearest part of any main building or structure on the lot.
- Side Yard Exterior shall mean a side yard immediately adjoining a public street.
- Side Yard Interior shall mean a side yard immediately adjoining a lot and does not include an
exterior side yard.
Yard Sale
see 'GARAGE SALE'
Zone
shall mean an area delineated on the Zoning Map or Zoning Map Schedules and established by this
By-law for a specific use.
Zoning Administrator
shall mean the officer or employee of the Corporation charged with the duty of administering and
enforcing the provisions of this By-law.
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INDEX
Section 3 General Provisions Table Of Contents
3.1
Accessibility .................................................................................................................................. 54
3.2
Additional Maximum Height Restrictions For Airport Adjacent Lands ............................................ 54
3.3
Accessory Buildings, Structures & Uses ....................................................................................... 54
3.4
Bed & Breakfast ............................................................................................................................ 55
3.5
Building Line In Settlement Areas, Established ............................................................................. 56
3.6
Community Gardens ..................................................................................................................... 56
3.7
Conservation Authority Regulated Lands & Adjacent Lands ......................................................... 56
3.8
Encroachments In Yards, Permitted .............................................................................................. 56
3.9
Exterior, Lighting ........................................................................................................................... 58
3.10
External Building Materials ............................................................................................................ 58
3.11
Garden Suites ............................................................................................................................... 58
3.12
Hazard Land Requirements .......................................................................................................... 58
3.13
Height Limitations, Exceptions ...................................................................................................... 59
3.14
Loading Space Regulations .......................................................................................................... 59
3.15
Lot Enlargement, Minor ................................................................................................................. 59
3.16
Lot Size, Agricultural Severance ................................................................................................... 59
3.17
Lots, Through ................................................................................................................................ 60
3.18
Lots, Two Or More ........................................................................................................................ 60
3.19
Lots To Front On Public Road ....................................................................................................... 60
3.20
Main Buildings / Main Uses Per Lot............................................................................................... 60
3.21
Non-Complying Buildings And Structures...................................................................................... 61
3.22
Non-Complying Lots, Existing Undersized .................................................................................... 61
3.23
Non-Conforming Uses................................................................................................................... 62
3.24
Outdoor Solid Fuel Combustion Appliances .................................................................................. 62
3.25
Outdoor Storage Of Waste ............................................................................................................ 62
3.26
Parking Regulations ...................................................................................................................... 63
3.27
Permitted Uses, One Or More ....................................................................................................... 68
3.28
Planting Strip Requirements.......................................................................................................... 68
3.29
Prohibited Uses............................................................................................................................. 69
3.30
Setbacks From An Abattoir, Residential ........................................................................................ 70
3.31
Setbacks From Lanes And Right Of Ways .................................................................................... 70
3.32
Setbacks Of Buildings & Structures Along Municipal Drains, Sinkholes And Natural Watercourses71
3.33
Setback From A Sewage Treatment Plant, For Residential Uses .................................................. 71
3.34
Setbacks From Established Commercial Wind Energy Facilities ................................................... 72
3.35
Sight Triangles (See Appendix 8) .................................................................................................. 72
3.36
Special Policy Area - Wingham Ward ........................................................................................... 72
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3.37
Stacking Lanes ............................................................................................................................. 72
3.38
Surplus Farm Dwelling Severances .............................................................................................. 72
3.39
Swimming Pools ........................................................................................................................... 72
3.40
Temporary Buildings And Uses For Construction Sites ................................................................. 73
3.41
Truck Or Coach Bodies ................................................................................................................. 73
3.42
Utility Services For The Public ...................................................................................................... 73
3.43
Water Supply And Sanitary Sewers .............................................................................................. 74
3.44
Waste Disposal Sites, Restrictions Around Active And Closed ...................................................... 74
3.45
Cannabis Production Facility ......................................................................................................... 74
3.46
On-Farm Diversified Uses ............................................................................................................. 75
3.47
Wellhead Protection Areas ............................................................................................................ 76
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Section 3 General Provisions
Application
The provisions of this section shall apply to all zones except as otherwise indicated in the applicable
zone provisions.
Application of Other By-Laws, Regulations, Legislation
Nothing in this By-law shall operate to relieve any person from the obligation to comply with the
requirements of the Ontario Building Code Act, as amended from time to time, Conservation
Authority regulations, or any other By-law of the Township in force from time to time or the obligation
to obtain any other license, permit, authority or approval lawfully required by a governmental
authority having jurisdiction to make such restrictions.
3.1
Accessibility
All new buildings, with the exception of residences, should have regard to accessibility. Accessibility
issues will be considered in accordance with the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Ontario Building
Code, and/or Municipal legislation regarding accessibility.
3.2
Additional Maximum Height Restrictions for Airport Adjacent
Lands
Notwithstanding Section 3.12, there are specially defined areas shown on Appendix 10 in which
there are maximum height restrictions for properties in proximity to the Richard W. LeVan Airport to
protect the flightpath for the airport. The Richard W. LeVan Airport is located at Part Lot 7-14,
Concession 1, Municipality of Morris-Turnberry.
3.3
Accessory Buildings, Structures & Uses
3.3.1
Use
Where this By-law provides that a lot may be used or a building or structure may be erected, altered
or used for a purpose, that purpose shall include any accessory building or structure or accessory
use, but shall not include:
- Any occupation for gain or profit except as may be permitted by this By-law
- Any building used for human habitation except where a dwelling is a permitted accessory use
3.3.2
Establishment
In all zones except AG1, no accessory building, structure, or use shall be established on any site or
lot until and unless the main building or use to which it is accessory is established.
3.3.3
Height
The building height for all accessory buildings in Settlement Areas shall be as follows:
Residential zone
5 metres (max)
Commercial, Open
Space and Community
Facility zones
8 metres (max)
All other zones
10 metres (max), but not more
than 2 storeys
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For all non-Residential zones, when an accessory building is located in a yard that abuts a
Residential zone, the building height shall not exceed 6 metres. (as amended by By-law 98-
2019)
3.3.4
Location
Except in Agricultural and Natural Environment zones, any accessory building or structure or
swimming pool which is not an integral part of the main building shall be erected in the rear yard
and/or in the interior side yard and shall comply with the yard and setback requirements of the zone
in which such building or structure is situated.
An accessory building or structure shall not be located closer to a street than the setback required
for the main building. This Section does not apply in AG1 Zones.
In a Residential Zone, a detached private garage, carport, satellite dish, swimming pool or other
accessory building or structure shall be erected and used in the rear yard and/or in the interior side
yard only, provided that such accessory building or uses shall be no closer than 1.5 metre to a rear
or interior side lot line and shall not be located closer to a street than the setback required for the
main building.
In all other zones, no accessory building or structure shall be erected closer than 1.5 metre to a rear
or interior lot line. Semi-detached garages or carports may be centered on a mutual side lot line.
Accessory buildings shall not be structurally attached to the main building in any way.
Buildings or structures solely devoted to and forming an integral part of a septic system and that are
less than 10 square metres are permitted in any yard. (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
3.3.4.1 Accessory Building Containing Additional Residential Unit (ARU):
Refer to the parent zone Section of this By-law for provisions for an accessory building containing an
Additional Residential Unit (ARU).
3.3.5
Lot Coverage
In Settlement Areas, the total lot coverage of all accessory buildings on a lot shall not exceed 15%
of the lot area. The area of an unenclosed swimming pool and solar energy collectors shall not be
included in the calculation of lot coverage.
3.4
Bed & Breakfast
3.4.1
With an accessory Tearoom or Dining Room
A tearoom or dining room in conjunction with an approved Bed and Breakfast shall be allowed in any
zone permitting a Bed and Breakfast, under the following conditions:
No commercial fat fryers or commercial exhaust fans will be allowed. Only appliances and fixtures
normally used in a residence will be allowed.
A maximum of 30 % of the floor area of the house may be used for seating area for the tearoom or
dining room.
The hours of operation shall be between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
The required parking for a tearoom or dining room shall be the same as for an 'Eating
establishment, Restaurant' in the Parking Area Regulations, General Provisions. This parking will be
required in addition to the parking required for the dwelling and the bed and breakfast.
All parking for the tearoom or dining room shall be totally located on the property and shall not be
located in the front yard or exterior side yard. All other provisions of the parking regulations shall be
complied with.
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No sign except a small sign to recognize the business shall be allowed. Any sign for a bed and
breakfast and a tearoom or dining room shall be approved by the Township prior to installation. No
exterior signs with interior lighting shall be allowed.
Huron Perth Health Unit approvals are obtained prior to starting the business.
3.4.2
Servicing
Huron Perth Health Unit certificate approvals will be required prior to the establishment of a bed and
breakfast on a septic system.
3.5
Building Line in Settlement Areas, Established
Notwithstanding the yard and setback provisions of this By-law to the contrary, a building may be
erected closer to the street line than required by the zone provisions provided that the proposed
building may not be established closer to the street than the average setback of the 2 nearest
buildings on the same side of the street within 200 metres.
3.6
Community Gardens
A community garden is a permitted use in all zones except the Disposal, Salvage Yard, and Natural
Environment Zones.
3.7
Conservation Authority Regulated Lands & Adjacent Lands
No development is permitted in Conservation Authority Regulated Lands until it has been
determined that the proposed development meets the requirements of all applicable laws regulated
by the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority. Technical studies as required by the Conservation
Authority may be required to determine if development shall be permitted.
An Environmental Impact Study (EIS) may be required on lands adjacent to a natural feature within
the distances as defined below. If the lands to be developed are within the determined adjacent
area, the Township will consult with the Huron County Biologist and Conservation Authority to
determine the need for an EIS. Such EIS shall be completed to the satisfaction of, and approved
by, the Township, County and the applicable Conservation Authority prior to development being
permitted.
Natural Feature
Adjacent Lands
(metres)
Provincially Significant Wetland
120
Other natural features, including:
Locally Significant Wetland;
Significant Wildlife Habitat;
Significant Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI);
Significant Valley Land;
Significant Woodlands;
Habitat Area of Threatened and Endangered Species.
50
3.8
Encroachments in Yards, Permitted
Every part of any yard required by this By-law shall be open and unobstructed by any structure from
the ground to the sky provided however, that fences, planting strips and hedges in accordance with
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the provisions of Subsection 3.28 of this By-law shall be permitted and that those structures listed in
the following table shall be permitted to project into the minimum yards indicated for the distances
specified below:
Structure
Yards in which
Projection is
Permitted
Maximum Projection into Minimum
Required Yard
Sills, belt courses,
cornices, eaves, gutters,
chimneys, pilasters
All Yards
0.75 metres provided that no part of the
structure extends closer than 0.75 metres to
any lot line.
Fire Escapes & Exterior
Staircases
Rear Yard or Side
Yard
1.5 metres provided that no part of the
structure extends closer than 1.5 metres to
any lot line.
Window bays
Front, rear & exterior
side only
1 metre over a width of 3 metres provided that
no part of the structure extends closer than
1.5 metres to any lot line.
Balconies
Front, rear & exterior
side yards only for
single-family
detached dwellings
1.5 metres provided that no part of the
structure extends closer than 1.5 metres to
any lot line.
Open, Roofed Porches,
Decks not exceeding
one storey in height
All Yards
2.5 metres including eaves and steps provided
that no porch deck or patio extends closer
than 1.5 metres to any lot line.
Closed-in Porch
All Yards
1.5 metres including eaves and steps provided
that no closed in porch extends closer than 1
metre to any lot line.
Retaining walls, or
similar accessory
structures
All Yards
No maximum or minimum requirements,
provided that no part of the structure extends
beyond the property line.
3.8.1
Encroachment of Awnings, Canopies, Balconies, and Signs in
Commercial Zones
Awnings, Canopies, Balconies and Signs may extend over municipal property in Commercial Zones
a maximum distance of 1.5 metres provided:
-
that no portion of the awning, canopy, balcony or sign is closer than 1 metre (one metre) from
a parking area or from the traveled portion of a street;
-
that no portion of the awning, canopy, balcony, or sign obstructs the view at any intersection;
-
that a vertical clearance of 2.9 metres be maintained from the surface of the sidewalk to the
lowest portion of the awning, canopy, balcony, or overhanging sign;
-
that the owner obtain from the appropriate authority all permits required prior to starting
construction, and;
-
that the owner of such awning, canopy, balcony or sign may enter into an encroachment
agreement with the Township of North Huron.
3.8.2
Encroachment Exception
Where a building or structure is established and believed to be in compliance with the Zoning By-law
but is subsequently shown, by an Ontario Land Surveyor's legal survey, not to comply with the
provisions of the Zoning By-law, an encroachment of 0.25 metres is permitted into any yard.
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3.9
Exterior, Lighting
The type, location, height, intensity and direction of lighting shall be designed to ensure that lighting
is confined to the building face, parking area and vicinity of the site and does not cast glare onto
adjacent properties adversely affecting the use of the property or onto an adjacent public street
which would pose a vehicular safety hazard. Energy conservation measures should be considered
to ensure the site is not illuminated more than necessary.
3.10
External Building Materials
The following building materials shall not be used for the exterior vertical facing on any wall of any
building or structure within the Township:
-
tar paper or building paper;
-
asphalt roll type siding or insul-brick;
-
plain concrete or plain cinder block in Residential or Recreational zones; or galvanized steel
in Residential or Recreational zones.
3.11
Garden Suites
Garden Suites are permitted in the Township of North Huron in accordance with the provisions of
the Planning Act, Section 39.1. Garden Suites are also considered a temporary dwelling in
agricultural zones in accordance with the North Huron Official Plan.
As a condition to passing a by-law authorizing the temporary use of a garden suite under the
Planning Act, the Municipal Council may require the owner of the suite or any other person to enter
into an agreement with the Township dealing with such matters related to the temporary use of the
garden suite as the council considers necessary or advisable, including:
-
The installation, maintenance and removal of the garden suite;
-
The period of occupancy of the garden suite by any of the persons named in the
agreement; and
-
The monetary or other form of security that the council may require for actual or potential
costs to the Township related to the garden suite.
Garden Suites will be counted towards the maximum number of dwellings per property. Garden
Suites are permitted to transition to permanent Additional Residential Units provided they meet the
requirements of this Zoning By-law.
3.12
Hazard Land Requirements
In addition to the zone provisions of the applicable zones and general provisions, no buildings or
structures are permitted on hazard lands or adjacent to hazard lands within the area subject to
regulation by the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, unless the permission of the Maitland
Valley Conservation Authority has been obtained or until a required Environmental Impact Study or
other required studies have been completed to the satisfaction of, and approved by the Township of
North Huron and the Conservation Authority.. Hazard lands include those lands that are susceptible
to flooding or erosion, have steep slopes or soil instability or other environmental or human made
hazard.
Hazard lands may be zoned OS, Floodway (FW) or Flood Fringe (FF). Conservation Authorities are
the provincially designated responsibility for commenting on proposed development in hazard land
areas.
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3.13
Height Limitations, Exceptions
The height limitations of this By-law shall not apply to church spires, belfry, clock towers, water
towers, elevator enclosures, flag poles, television or radio tower or antennae, cell tower, solar
collector, electric power facilities, ventilators, skylights, chimneys, air conditioner ducts, windmills,
wind turbines, silos or grain elevators.
3.14
Loading Space Regulations
3.14.1
Loading Space Requirements
The owner or occupant of any lot, building or structure in a Commercial, Community Facility or
Industrial zone, erected or used for any purpose involving the receiving, shipping, loading or
unloading of persons, animals, goods, wares, merchandise and raw materials, shall provide and
maintain at the premises loading or unloading facilities.
Loading facilities shall be on the lot, occupied by the building or structure and not form part of a
street or lane, and be in the same zone in which such use is located. A loading space shall be 9
metres long, 3.5 metres wide and have a vertical clearance of at least 4 metres.
3.14.2
Access
Access to loading spaces shall be by means of a driveway at least 6 metres wide and lead to a
street or lane located within or adjoining the commercial, community facility or industrial zone.
3.14.3
Surface
The driveways and loading spaces shall be maintained with a stable surface which is treated so as
to prevent the raising of dust. They shall, before being used, be constructed of crushed stone, slag,
gravel, crushed brick (or tile), cinders, asphalt or concrete and with adequate drainage facilities.
3.14.4
Location
The required loading space or spaces shall be located in the interior side or rear yard. If the set back
from the street line is a minimum distance of 18 metres, the loading space may be located in the
exterior side yard or the front yard.
3.15
Lot Enlargement, Minor
Where lands are severed and merged on title with abutting lands, the zoning on the existing property
shall automatically apply to the lands to be merged on title. This provision applies where a
severance is granted for the purpose of minor lot enlargement. This section also applies when lands
are closed and conveyed or created by the Municipality (e.g. in the event of a road closure).
As an administrative amendment, the appropriate Zone Map shall be amended to reflect this zone
change with such changes being permitted from time to time without further public notice or Council
approval. The resulting lot area of the retained parcel is deemed to comply with the provisions of this
Zoning By-law.
3.16
Lot Size, Agricultural Severance
Where a new agricultural lot is created by severance and conforms to the Official Plan and has a
minimum lot area of 18 hectares, the said lot is deemed to comply with the minimum lot area
provisions of the By-law (Section 4). This provision pertains to both the severed and retained lot
area.
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3.17
Lots, Through
Where a lot, which is not a corner lot, has frontage on two streets, the front yard setback
requirements shall apply on each street in accordance with the provisions of the zone or zones in
which such lot is located. This setback provision does not apply to a through lot between a street
and a lane.
3.18
Lots, Two Or More
Where 2 or more lots in a Plan of Subdivision are used together as a single parcel on which a
building or structure exists or is to be established, yards, setbacks, and other applicable provisions
shall be calculated as they apply to the parcel as a whole containing such building or structure.
Where the building or structure does not meet the zoning provisions with respect to setback from the
common lot line between the lots being developed as a single parcel, the lots being developed must
first be deemed, pursuant to section 50(4) of The Planning Act, as amended from time to time.
3.19
Lots to Front on Public Road
3.19.1
Unless otherwise specified by this by-law, no lots shall be created, no person shall erect a
building or structure on a lot and no person shall use any land, building, or structure on a lot unless,
in each case:
a)
the lot to be created or used abuts or fronts on a public road; and
b)
such public road is of satisfactory construction and maintenance as to permit the reasonable
and safe passage of motor vehicles.
3.19.2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.19.1 above:
a)
lots may be created on a registered Plan of Subdivision, and buildings and structures erected
thereon where compliance with the requirements of sub-section 3.19.1(b) are provided for by
an agreement with the Township entered into in connection with the registration of such Plan
of Subdivision pursuant to the Planning Act of Ontario; and
b)
lots may be created, and buildings and structures erected thereon, on a Vacant Land
Condominium Plan or on a Common Element Condominium Plan.
3.19.3
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this by-law, for the purpose of this by-law, no plan
shall be considered to be a Plan of Subdivision unless:
a)
access to the plan is provided by a public road satisfying the requirements of sub-section
3.19.1(b); and
b)
any road to be dedicated as a public road on such plan abuts and connects, subject only to
reserves in the ownership of the Township, to an existing public road satisfying the terms of
sub-section 3.19.1.(b).
3.19.4
Notwithstanding any other term of this by-law, no plan shall be considered to be a Plan of
Condominium unless:
a)
access to the plan is provided by a public road satisfying the requirements of sub-section
3.19.1(b); or
b)
the lands within the condominium plan have legally enforceable access to a public road
meeting the requirements of sub-section 3.19.1(b) through lands entirely within one or more
other condominium plans.
3.20
Main Buildings / Main Uses Per Lot
No person shall erect more than 1 main building on a lot or establish more than 1 main use on a lot
except permitted buildings and uses in a General Agriculture Zone, Agricultural Commercial
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Industrial, Industrial, Commercial, Community Facility, or Parks & Open Space Zone and grouped
buildings located in the Medium Density Residential (R2) Zone and High Density Residential (R3)
Zone.
In those zones where more than 1 main use or 1 main building is permitted, the requirements of this
By-law for each use and building must be satisfied.
3.21
Non-Complying Buildings and Structures
Where a building or structure was legally established prior to the date of the passing of this By-law,
and is permitted by the provisions of the zone in which such building or structure is located, but does
not meet the zone provisions with respect to yards, lot area, frontage, parking, setback or any other
provisions of this By-law applicable to that zone, the said building or structure shall be deemed to
comply with the By-law and may be enlarged, extended, reconstructed, repaired or renovated
provided that:
3.21.1
Measurement
The enlargement, extension, reconstruction, repair or renovation does not further reduce the
compliance of that building or structure, with the provision(s) of the By-law to which it does not
comply and all other applicable provisions of this By-law are complied with.
3.21.2
Legal Non-Complying Status & Rezoning/Severances
In the case of a rezoning or severance the permitted and legally established existing building or
structure shall be deemed to comply with any applicable zoning provisions, except parking
requirements, resulting from such rezoning.
3.21.3
Location of Reconstructed Building
Where a non-complying building is removed or destroyed, such building may be reconstructed in a
different location than the original building, provided that the new location does not further reduce
the compliance with the provisions of the By-law to which the original building did not comply.
3.21.4
Time Limit
Where a non-complying building is removed or destroyed, such building may only be reconstructed
within 24 months from the date of destruction. After this period of time, the building may only be
reconstructed in compliance with the provisions of the By-law.
3.21.5
MDS and Catastrophes
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, where a building or structure is
destroyed in whole or in part, by a catastrophe, Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) formulae will
not be applied when the building or structure is rebuilt provided that it is built no closer to livestock
facilities than before the catastrophe and it is rebuilt in 24 months of the catastrophe.
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, where a livestock facility is
destroyed in whole or in part, by a catastrophe, Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) formulae will
not be applied when the livestock facility is rebuilt, provided it is built no closer to surrounding land
uses and lot lines than before the catastrophe, the capacity of the livestock facility (expressed in
nutrient units)is not being increased by the replacement livestock facility, and the replacement
livestock facility is rebuilt within 24 months of the catastrophe.
3.22
Non-Complying Lots, Existing Undersized
Notwithstanding anything contained in this By-law, an existing legal non-complying lot which lacks
the required frontage and/or area and/or depth for a lot in the respective zone, shall be deemed to
be a lot that complies with the area, frontage, and depth requirements.
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3.23
Non-Conforming Uses
3.23.1
Continuation of Existing Use
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the use of any lot, building or structure for
any purpose prohibited by this By-law if such lot, building or structure was lawfully established and
used for such purpose on the date of passing of this By-law, and provided that it continues to be
used for that purpose and all other applicable provisions of this By-law are complied with.
3.23.2
Building Permit Issued
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the erection or use for a purpose prohibited
by this By-law of any building or structure, the plans for which have prior to the date of passing of
this By-law been approved by the Building Inspector, so long as the building or structure when
erected is used and continued to be used for the purpose for which it was erected and provided the
erection of such building or structure is commenced within 24 months after the date of the passing of
this By-law and such building or structure is completed within a reasonable time after the
construction thereof is commenced.
3.23.3
Strengthening, Repairing or Renovating of Buildings or Structures
Used for Non-Conforming Uses
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the strengthening to a safe condition, the repair or renovation
of any building or structure or part of any building or structure which use does not conform with the
provisions of this By-law, provided such strengthening, repair or renovation:
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does not further reduce the compliance with the provisions of the By-law to which the
building or structure does not comply, if any; and
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does not involve any alteration of use and the building or structure continues to be used for
the purpose.
3.23.4
Replacement of Buildings or Structures for Non-Conforming Uses
If a building or structure used for a non-conforming use is removed or destroyed, it may be replaced
provided the non-conforming use has continued and the replacement building or structure does not
further reduce the compliance with the provisions of the By-law to which the removed or destroyed
building did not comply, if any.
3.24
Outdoor Solid Fuel Combustion Appliances
No outdoor solid fuel combustion appliances shall be installed at less than 30 metres from any
property line or less than 150 metres from any residence on a separate lot. No outdoor solid fuel
combustion appliance shall be installed less than 10 metres from any combustible materials or fuel
tanks.
No outdoor solid fuel combustion appliances shall be used for the incineration of waste.
Prior to the installation of any outdoor solid fuel combustion appliance, each appliance shall be
approved by the Chief Building Official and permit fees shall be as set out in the Township Building
By-law. All outdoor solid fuel combustion appliances shall have a CSA or UL approval rating and be
installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Prior to the use of and following
installation of any outdoor solid fuel combustion
3.25
Outdoor Storage of Waste
Where waste intended for landfill is stored outdoors (excluding manure), it shall be contained in a
receptacle specifically designed for such reason and having walls and sides and a lid. The
receptacle shall be located in the rear yard not closer than 2 metres from side or rear lot line.
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3.26
Parking Regulations
Parking spaces and areas required under this By-law shall be provided in accordance with the
following provisions:
3.26.1
Number of Parking Spaces Required
The minimum number of parking spaces required for the uses and purposes set out in this By-law
are provided as follows:
Type of Use
Minimum Parking Requirements
Arena,
Assembly Hall,
Community Centre,
Sports Field,
Theatre
1 per 4 persons of maximum designed capacity of
the facility
Bowling (indoor) Establishment
3 per bowling lane
Business or Professional Office
1 per 20 square metres of office floor area
Church
1 per 4 persons of maximum designed capacity of
the sanctuary
Clinic or Veterinary Clinic
6 per practitioner
Dwelling, Apartment and other multiple
unit dwellings
1 per dwelling unit
Dwelling, Bed and Breakfast
establishment
1 per dwelling unit
Dwelling, with supports
1 per dwelling unit
Dwelling, Home for the aged, nursing
homes, retirement homes
1 per 3 beds
Dwelling, Single-detached, semi-
detached, duplex, converted, rowhouse
and accessory dwellings
1 unenclosed parking space per dwelling unit
Eating establishment, Restaurant,
Tavern
1 per 4 persons of maximum designed capacity
Eating establishment, take-out or drive-
through
6 plus 1 per 4 persons of maximum designed
capacity
Fire Hall
5 per bay
Funeral Home
1 per 5 seats capacity of the Funeral Home
Furniture store,
Wholesale establishment
1 per 90 square metres of retail floor area
Hospital
3 per 4 beds
Hotel or Motel
2 plus 1 per guest room
Industrial establishment
3 for every 4 employees on the largest shift,
including office staff
Micro-brewery/distillery/winery
1 per 4 seats of maximum seating capacity; or a
minimum of 5 (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
Motor Vehicle repair establishment,
Motor Vehicle service station,
4 plus 1 per repair bay
(gas bar only without service shop - 1)
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Type of Use
Minimum Parking Requirements
Motor Vehicle sales and service
establishment
Motor Vehicle Washing establishment
2 per washing bay for self-serve
5 parking spaces for automatic
Public Building except where
specifically identified
1 per 30 square metres of total floor area
Retail store,
Personal service shop
1 per 20 square metres of retail and/or customer
service floor area
School, Nursery
The greater of 3 per classroom or nursery or 1 per
60 square metres of gross floor area
School, Elementary
The greater of 1.5 per classroom or 1 per 3 square
metres of auditorium assembly area
School, Secondary
The greater of 5 per classroom or 1 per 3 square
metres of auditorium assembly area
Social Club,
Service Club,
Golf Country Club,
Curling Club
1 per 10 square metres of total floor area of all
common club buildings excluding ice surface, plus:
2 per golfing green,
4 per lawn bowling green,
4 per tennis or racquetball court,
6 per curling ice sheet
Supermarket, grocery store
1 per 15 square metres of retail floor area
Warehouse
1 per 185 square metres of total floor area
Winery
1 per 20 square metres of ground floor area
Uses permitted by this By-law other
than those referred to above
1 per 40 square metres of total floor area
Where the application of the above parking space requirements results in a number that is not a
whole number, the number shall be rounded-up to the next whole number (e.g. 7.3 spaces would be
rounded-up to 8).
3.26.2
More than One Use in a Building
Where a building or structure accommodates more than one type of use, the parking space
requirement for the whole building shall be the sum of the requirements of the separate parts of the
building occupied by the separate types of use.
3.26.3
Multiple Use of Parking Area
Where two or more uses utilizing the same parking area will never occur simultaneously, the parking
requirements of the use having the highest parking requirements shall govern.
3.26.4
Commercial Zone Parking Space Requirements
The provisions of the Parking Requirement section shall not apply to require the establishment of
parking spaces for a non-residential use other than a motel or hotel in the Village Commercial (C1)
and Core Commercial (C4) zones.
3.26.5
Existing Buildings and Changes in Use
The parking area requirement referred to in this By-law shall not apply to any building lawfully in
existence at the date of passing of this By-law so long as:
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the building is used for a permitted use
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the floor area is not increased
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any change of occupancy is to a use having the same or a lesser parking requirement
according to this By-law
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all parking spaces existing at the date of passing of the By-law are retained
3.26.5.1 Additions to an Existing Building
If an addition is made to a building or structure lawfully existing at the date of passing of this By-law,
then parking spaces in addition to those already existing shall be provided to the number required
for such addition or change of use. This section shall not apply to require the establishment of
parking spaces and areas for an addition to a single detached dwelling.
3.26.6
Parking Spaces for Individuals with Special Needs
Accessible parking spaces shall be provided to accommodate a varying range of abilities including
those in wheelchairs, limited mobility and those caring for small children.
Accessible parking spaces shall be provided in the following zones: Highway Commercial,
Industrial, & Community Facility zones, as well as for the following uses: apartment building, hotel,
long-term care home, motel, and retirement home.
Accessible and Limited Mobility Parking Spaces shall be provided in addition to required parking
spaces which are not accessible or limited mobility, at a ratio as follows:
Automobile Parking
Spaces
Accessible Parking Spaces
Limited Mobility Parking
Spaces
1-50
1
1
51-100
2
2
101-200
4
2
201-300
5
3
301-500
6
4
501 and over
6 plus 1 for each 100 over 500
4 plus 1 for each 100 over 500
The number of parking spaces required may not be sufficient for some facilities (e.g. senior's
centres) where increased numbers of persons with disabilities may be expected.
Designated accessible parking spaces shall:
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Be located on an accessible route that provides a safe path of travel from the parking area to
the accessible entrance of the building. Where possible, the parking area should be located
within 30m of the accessible entrance.
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Level and firm surface and be designated by painting a sign on the pavement and erecting a
post mounted sign that displays the international symbol for accessibility.
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Have a minimum vertical clearance of 2.75 metres,
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Have a minimum width of 2.7 metres, and a length of 5.5 metres.
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Have an adjacent access aisle of a minimum of 2 metres, clearly indicated by markings.
Designated limited mobility & caregivers only parking spaces shall:
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Have a minimum width of 3.4m wide and a length of 5.5m
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All limited mobility & caregivers only parking spaces shall be designated by erecting a post
mounted sign that displays the international symbol for accessibility, as illustrated in Appendix
7.
Accessible parking spaces and limited mobility/caregivers only parking spaces shall be designed in
accordance with the illustrations included in Appendix 7.
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3.26.7
Use of Parking Areas and Spaces
Any area where off-street parking is required under this By-law shall be used for no other purpose
than for the parking of operative passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles used in operations
incidental to the permitted uses on the lot, all bearing currently valid license plates. For the purpose
of this subsection "commercial motor vehicle" shall mean any commercial vehicles as defined in the
Highway Traffic Act, as amended from time to time.
3.26.8
Commercial Motor Vehicles and Tractor Trailers in Residential Zones
No person shall use any lot, building or structure in a residential zone for the parking or storage of
any commercial motor vehicle unless he/she is the owner or occupant of such lot, building or
structure, and provided that said vehicle shall not exceed 4,000 kilograms per axel and provided that
not more than one commercial vehicle is stored in accordance with this section.
No person shall use any lot, building or structure in a residential zone for the parking or storage of
any truck trailer or van body or part thereof.
This provision shall not include commercial motor vehicles or tractor trailers which attend at
residential premises for the purposes of delivery and service.
3.26.9
Storage or Parking of Travel Trailers, Motor Homes and Personal
Recreational Vehicles
No person shall within any Residential zone use any lot for the outdoor parking or outdoor storage of
more than a total of 2 travel trailers, motor homes or personal recreational vehicles, provided that
these items are owned by the owner or occupant of the subject lands.
The outdoor parking or storage shall be permitted in:
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a carport
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an open driveway exclusive of any area covered by a site triangle
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an interior side yard or rear yard
This By-law shall not restrict the number of travel trailers, motor homes and personal recreational
vehicles that are fully enclosed within a garage.
3.26.10 Occupancy of Travel Trailers and Motor Homes
No person shall, in any zone, unless permitted, use any travel trailer or motor home for the purpose
of primary residential, permanent living. Occasional short-term temporary non-commercial use is
permitted for a cumulative maximum of 2 weeks annually, provided there is a building on the main
property. In the event of catastrophe to a primary residential use, a travel trailer or mobile home may
be occupied as a residence on a temporary basis subject to the discretion of the Township Chief
Building Official and subject to agreement with the Township, which stipulates the conditions and
time frame of which occupancy is permitted.
3.26.11 Parking Area Location on a Lot
No parking lot or required parking area shall be located on a septic tank or tile bed area.
Outdoor parking areas shall be permitted in the required yards or in the area between the street line
and the required setback as follows:
Zone
Yards in Which Required Parking Area Permitted
Residential
For single-detached, semi-detached, rowhouse dwellings, or accessory residential
units, parking areas shall be located in the driveway, interior side yard, or rear
yard.
For other residential units, parking areas shall be located in the interior side yard
or rear yard. Notwithstanding, for residential units with private garages parking
areas may be located in driveways.
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Parking areas, including driveways, shall be located 1 metre from the interior yard
and rear yard, and in accordance with Section 3.26.14
For all other
zones
Parking areas are permitted in all yards. The minimum setbacks for a
parking area, other than a driveway, shall be: 3 metres from any lot line abutting a
residential zone and 1 metre from the street line.
Tandem parking spaces are acceptable for residential parking areas.
3.26.12 Off-Site Parking
All required parking spaces are to be provided on the same property as the use for which they are
provided. Off-site parking may be located within 150 metres provided that parking is a legal
permitted use in that zone and that total parking requirements are met for all uses. All off-site
parking areas shall require a site plan agreement.
3.26.13 Access to Parking Area Through Residential Zones
No person shall use any land in a residential zone for motor vehicle access to any parking space or
parking area located in any other zone.
3.26.14
Parking Area Design Standards
All parking areas required under this By-law shall conform with the following minimum standards.
See Appendix 7 for illustration.
3.26.14.1 Parking Aisles
Angle of Parking
In perpendicular width, the parking aisle shall not be
less than
30 degree
3.4 metres
45 degree
3.7 metres
55 degree
4.3 metres
60 degree
4.9 metres
65 degree
5.2 metres
70 degree
5.5 metres
90 degree
6.7 metres
parallel parking
3.0 metres for one-way traffic
6.0 metres for two-way traffic
parking at an angle other than those
listed above
the aisle width shall not be less than the requirements fo
the angle of parking which is next greater than the angle
of parking being provided
3.26.14.2 Width of Parking Space
For cars parked:
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side by side - 2.7 metres
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with wall or fence adjacent - 3.0 metres
3.26.14.3 Depth of Parking Space
Parking
in perpendicular width the aisle shall not be less than
30 degree
4.6 metres
45 degree
5.5 metres
55 degree
5.8 metres
60 degree
5.8 metres
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Parking
in perpendicular width the aisle shall not be less than
65 degree
5.8 metres
70 degree
5.8 metres
90 degree
5.5 metres
parallel parking
6.5 metres
parking at an angle other than
those listed above
the depth of the parking space shall meet the requirements for
the angle of parking which is next greater than the angle of
parking being provided
3.26.14.4 Parking Area Surface and Drainage
All parking areas are to be constructed so as to be usable in all seasons and shall have a granular
base, and surface of crushed stone, concrete, asphalt pavement or other similar hard and dust
inhibiting surface.
All parking areas shall be so graded and drained so as to ensure that surface water will not escape
to neighbouring lands as a result of the construction or use of such parking areas.
3.26.14.5 Entrances and Exits (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
The minimum distance between a driveway and an intersection of a street shall be 7.5 metres.
The minimum angle of intersection between a driveway and a street line shall be 60 degrees.
The minimum distance between a driveway and an interior side lot line shall be:
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Residential zones: 1 metre with the exception of semi-detached or rowhouse units where no
minimum applies with respect to other units within the same building
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All other zones: 3 metres
Maximum number of driveways per lot:
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Agriculture zones: 2 driveways
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Residential zones: 1 driveway
Notwithstanding the above, a maximum of 2 driveways will be permitted for residential zones for the
following circumstances, subject to the appropriate road authority:
1.
Lot, corner
2.
Lot, through
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Commercial/ Industrial zones: 2 driveways
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All other zones: 1 driveway
With approval through the Township's or County's entrance permit approval process, the number of
driveways may be increased above these maximums without amendment to this By-law. All
entrance permit approvals may be subject to additional Township or County requirements.
3.27
Permitted Uses, One or More
Where one or more uses are permitted in any zone, land may be used and buildings may be erected
and used thereon for one or more of the uses so permitted, provided the requirements of this By-law
are satisfied for each such use.
3.28
Planting Strip Requirements
3.28.1
A planting strip shall be provided:
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on lands zoned or used for multiple unit dwellings where they abut lands zoned or used for
single detached dwellings or duplex / semi-detached dwellings
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on lands zoned or used for any commercial, highway commercial, agricultural - commercial -
industrial, recreational commercial or industrial purpose where the interior or rear lot line
abuts lands zoned or used for residential, or open space purposes
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on lands upon which a residential use or community facility use is being newly established by
rezoning or plan of subdivision where such lands abut an existing commercial or industrial
use, which is not maintaining a planting strip in accordance with section 3.28.
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for use of cannabis production facilities on lands zoned General Industrial Zone (IND2) or
Light Industrial Zone (IND1) abutting lands that are otherwise not zoned or used for industrial
or utilities along the interior or rear lot line.
3.28.2
such planting strip shall have an ultimate width of 1.5 metres and may be included as part of the
required yard.
3.28.3
such planting strip shall be contained within the zone or on the lands for which it is a requirement,
and shall run the entire length of the zone or property line(s) separating it from the abutting zone or
use which requires the planting strip. The height and location of the planting shall not pose a traffic
hazard
3.28.4
such planting strip shall consist of a continuous planting of trees or shrubs, and shall be maintained
at an ultimate height of not less than 1.5 metres.
3.28.5
such planting strip shall be planted and maintained by the owner(s) of the land on which the planting
strips are required.
3.28.6
subject to site plan approval, a fence or wall height may be considered as an alternative to a
planting strip. The following shall be considered: location, height, porosity, materials and finishing.
3.29
Prohibited Uses
All uses, including the following uses, shall be prohibited unless otherwise provided for:
3.29.1
Adult Entertainment Parlour
An adult entertainment parlour, whether consisting of a main use or an accessory use, is not
permitted within the Township.
3.29.2
Dangerous Uses
No land, building or structure, unless licensed, is permitted to be used for the storage or
manufacture of dangerous products for commercial or industrial purposes.
3.29.3
Derelict Motor Vehicles
Other than in a Salvage Yard (SY) Zone, no person shall use any lot in any zone for the parking or
storage of any derelict vehicle except that such vehicles may be stored inside a private garage.
3.29.4
Livestock in Settlement Areas
It shall be prohibited to keep livestock in Settlement Areas unless specifically permitted as in Section
3.28.4.1 (Exceptions to Keeping Livestock). The regulations, restrictions and prohibitions of all the
other applicable By-laws continue to apply.
3.29.4.1 Exceptions to Keeping Livestock
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Notwithstanding subsection 3.28.4 (Livestock in Settlement Areas) above and any other provision of
this By-law to the contrary, any lot containing a dwelling unit may be used for the keeping of 2
horses, provided:
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such horse provides the primary means of transportation for the occupants of the dwelling
unit
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all manure shall be contained in an enclosed building and manure shall be removed from the
property at regular intervals to a suitable location in an Agricultural Zone
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the building or structure in which the horse is kept or in which the manure is enclosed shall be
set back from the interior side and rear lot lines the distance required for accessory structures
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the minimum distance separation (MDS) requirements shall not apply in Settlement Areas
3.29.5
Mobile Homes
It shall be prohibited to locate or use a mobile home in any zone unless specifically provided for in
that zone.
3.29.6
Noxious Uses / Contaminants
No use shall be permitted within the Township which from its nature or the material used therein is,
under the Environmental Protection Act, as amended from time to time, or Regulations hereunder,
declared to be a noxious trade, business or manufacture, or a contaminant.
3.29.7
Outdoor Solid Fuel Combustion Appliance
Outdoor solid fuel combustion appliances shall not be permitted in Residential and Commercial
Zones.
3.29.8
Reptiles or Exotic Animals
It shall be prohibited within all zones to keep reptiles or exotic animals which are by their nature
dangerous to human health.
3.29.9
Salvage Yards/Sanitary Landfill Sites
The use of any land or the erection or use of any building or structure for the purposes of salvage
yards or sanitary landfill, shall be prohibited in all zones in a Settlement Area.
3.29.10 Stinging Insects in Settlement Areas
It shall be prohibited to keep stinging insects in Settlement Areas.
3.29.11 Vending From a Vehicle
No lands, streets or lanes in the Township shall be used for the sale of food, goods or wares from
the confines of a motor vehicle unless the necessary permit has been issued by the Township.
3.30
Setbacks From an Abattoir, Residential
No residential dwelling shall be erected within 183 metres of an abattoir.
3.31
Setbacks From Lanes and Right of Ways
Where a lot abuts a lane or right-of-way, any building or structure shall be a minimum distance of 5
metres from the centreline of such lane or right-of-way or the required side or rear yard stipulated in
this By-law whichever is the greater.
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3.32
Setbacks of Buildings & Structures Along Municipal Drains,
Sinkholes and Natural Watercourses
3.32.1
Watercourse up to 4.5 metres in width or a Close Municipal Drain
No building or structure shall be erected closer than 7.5 metres from the centreline of a closed
municipal drain or from the top-of-bank of a natural watercourse or open municipal drain having a
top width of less than 4.5 metres from top-of-bank to top-of-bank. In a settlement area, the setback
for a building or structure from the centreline of a closed municipal drain may be reduced to 4
metres.
3.32.2
Watercourse or Open Municipal Drain between 4.5 metres and 7.5
metres in width
No building or structure shall be erected closer than 15 metres from the top-of-bank of a natural
watercourse or open municipal drain having a top width of between 4.5 metres and 7.5 metres from
top-of-bank to top-of-bank.
3.32.3
Watercourse or Open Municipal Drain over 7.5 metres in width
No building or structure shall be erected closer than 30 metres from the top-of-bank of a natural
watercourse or open municipal drain which is more than 7.5 metres from top-of-bank to top-of-bank,
or from a sinkhole.
3.32.4
The lands identified on Schedule B, Land Use Plan, Ward of Wingham, Township of North Huron
Official Plan must also satisfy the requirements of Section 6.4.3.4 Special Policy Area of the North
Huron Official Plan;
3.32.5
Notwithstanding the above provisions to the contrary, no livestock housing facility or manure storage
facility shall be constructed except in compliance with the following minimum setbacks.
Minimum Set Back
From:
To Covered, Open or Earthen Manure Storage,
Livestock housing facility
(metres)
Drilled Well
15
Dug Well
30
Municipal Well
100
Watercourse
50 metre flowpath
Open ditch
50 metre flowpath
Closed Municipal Drain
15
Field Tile
15
Sink Hole
50 metre flowpath
3.33
Setback From a Sewage Treatment Plant, for Residential Uses
No dwelling shall be erected within 100 metres of a building or treatment component of a sewage
treatment plant.
No dwelling shall be erected within 200 metres of the property boundary of the Sewage Treatment
Plant located at Part Lot 41, Concession 14, East Wawanosh Ward.
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3.34
Setbacks From Established Commercial Wind Energy
Facilities
No dwelling, recreational residence, hotel, motel, nursing home, retirement home, hospital,
campground, school, or place of worship on a separately titled lot shall be established closer to a
wind energy facility than the distance established in the Ministry of Environment's Renewal Energy
Approval.
3.35
Sight Triangles (See Appendix 8)
On a corner lot within the triangular space formed by the street lines and a line drawn from a point in
one street line to a point in the other street line, each such point being 7.5 metres measured along
the street line from the point of intersection of the street lines, no building, structure, fence, or
planting, in excess of 0.75 metres in height which would obstruct the vision of drivers of motor
vehicles shall be erected with the exception of the Core Area Commercial (C4) Zone. Such
triangular space may hereinafter be called a "sight triangle".
Where the 2 street lines do not intersect at a point, the point of intersection of the street lines shall
be deemed to be the intersection of the projection of the street lines or the intersection of the
tangents to the street lines.
3.36
Special Policy Area - Wingham Ward
Lands identified as part of the Special Policy Area in the Wingham Ward shall satisfy the
requirements of Section 6.4.3.4 of the Township of North Huron Official Plan.
3.37
Stacking Lanes
Car Wash
Every car wash shall be provided with a minimum of 3 vehicle waiting spaces measuring 2.5 metres
in width and 6 metres in length for each washing bay or 5 vehicle waiting spaces for a car wash.
Eating Establishments with Drive-Throughs
Every eating establishment with a drive-through shall provide a stacking lane with adequate
numbers of spaces to facilitate traffic movement. Drive through lanes shall comply with the following:
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no part of any drive through lane may be located within a parking area;
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no part of any drive through lane may be located within a parking aisle;
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drive through lanes must not obstruct parking spaces and cannot affect on-site circulation;
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drive through lanes must have a minimum storage capacity of 10 parking spaces.
3.38
Surplus Farm Dwelling Severances
Where the County of Huron or its delegate has approved the severance of a surplus farm dwelling
property, the appropriate Zone Map in this By-law shall be amended to change the AG1 (General
Agricultural) Zone to AG2 (Restricted Agricultural Zone) for the farm parcel, and AG4-9 (Agricultural
Small Holding Zone) for the residential parcel, as applicable. These administrative amendments are
permitted from time to time without further public notice or Council approval.
3.39
Swimming Pools
For location of pools on lots, see General Provisions, Accessory Buildings Section.
The height of a swimming pool fence shall be in accordance with the Swimming Pool Fence By-law
of the Township of North Huron.
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3.40
Temporary Buildings And Uses For Construction Sites
In all zones, the use of land or a building for a construction office, tool shed, or for the storage of
scaffolds, equipment and material which is incidental to and necessary for construction work in
progress is permitted for so long as the same are necessary for construction which has neither been
finished nor abandoned.
In all residential and commercial zones "temporary use' shall also include the continued use of an
existing building on a site during the construction of a building intended to replace such building
provided that:
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in no case may such existing building remain undemolished on the site for longer than 60
days after the building intended to replace such existing building is ready in whole or in part
for occupancy, or 2 years after the date of issue of the building permit for the building
intended to replace such existing building, whichever comes first
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safety and emergency access are provided and maintained to the satisfaction of the Chief
Building Official and Fire Chief of the Township
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the minimum parking requirements for use of the existing building continue on the site until
the existing building is vacated; and
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there may be deposited with the Chief Building Official of the Township a sum sufficient in the
opinion of the Chief Building Official to cover the costs of such demolition of such existing
building by the Township in the event it is not demolished within the time above stipulated.
3.41
Truck Or Coach Bodies
No truck, bus, coach, or streetcar body, railway car, caboose, or shipping container shall be used for
temporary or permanent human habitation within the Township, whether or not the same is mounted
on wheels.
Truck bodies and similar structures may be used only for storage outside of a Settlement Area.
Truck bodies and similar structures accessory to a permitted use may only be used for temporary
storage in an Industrial Zone.
Within a Settlement Area, shipping containers may be used for storage in a commercial, community
facility, or industrial zone if identified on an approved site plan.
Nothing in this section applies to shipping containers or similar structures which are disassembled
and utilized as building materials which comply with the Ontario Building Code.
3.42
Utility Services For The Public
3.43.1
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the use of any land as a street or
to prevent the installation of public services and utilities such as water mains, storm and sanitary
sewers, gas distribution mains, railway lines, electrical sub-stations and transmission lines of 230 kv
or less, pumping stations, flood and erosion control works, telephone and cable lines, and accessory
utility service buildings and structures provided that:
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the approval of the Township has been obtained
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approval has been obtained under The Environmental Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1980, as
amended from time to time, as required.
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Within a Plan of Subdivision or Condominium, ancillary uses such as parks, stormwater
management or infrastructure are permitted without an amendment to this the Zoning By-law
to recognize the specific location.
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no goods, material, or equipment shall be stored in the open in a Residential area or zone;
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any building or structure shall be designed and maintained in general harmony with buildings
of the type permitted in the Zone.
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any excessive noise or fumes resulting from such utility service shall be mitigated to reduce
compliance issues with abutting residences
3.43.2
Electric power facilities which are subject to the provisions of The Environmental
Assessment Act are permitted uses in all zones, and are not affected by the provisions of this By-
law. Electric power facilities which are not approved under the Environmental Assessment Act are
permitted uses in all zones and are subject to the provisions of Subsection 3.45 (Utility Services for
the Public).
3.43.3
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law, wind energy facilities are not
considered a utility service for the public.
3.43
Water Supply And Sanitary Sewers
3.43.1
Serviced Settlement Areas
In serviced Settlement Areas, no land shall be used or built upon and no building or structure shall
be erected, used or expanded for any purpose unless all municipal services (sanitary sewers and
water mains) are available and adequate. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in serviced Settlement
Areas, the following may be permitted without full municipal services:
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additions to and accessory buildings for existing residential dwellings are permitted if the said
additions and/or accessory buildings comply with all other regulations of the zone in which the
dwelling unit is located
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at such time as it is feasible to extend municipal sanitary sewers, all lands shall be required to
connect to the municipal sanitary sewer system as soon as it becomes operative.
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a permitted residential use in an R1 zone, provided with private services (where municipal
services are not available), subject to approval from the Huron Perth Health Unit.
3.43.2
Agricultural Areas or Partially Serviced/ Unserviced Settlement Areas
In Agricultural Areas or partially serviced or unserviced Settlement Areas, development may occur
by private or municipal wells and / or septic disposal systems. Any uses requiring a septic tank
disposal system shall have a lot of sufficient size to accommodate a sewage disposal system as
approved by the appropriate authority.
3.44
Waste Disposal Sites, Restrictions Around Active And Closed
No new building or structure, used for residential or livestock purposes shall be erected within 500
metres from the perimeter of the fill area of any licensed waste disposal site (Lot 35, Concession 3
and Lot 39, Concession 12, East Wawanosh Ward), or any closed waste disposal site until it has
been determined by a qualified professional to the satisfaction of the Township and the Ministry of
the Environment, that there will be no adverse off-site impacts. The assessment of impacts shall
include the presence of methane/leachate and the potential for noise, odour, dust and litter
complaints during operation.
If there is a licensed disposal site or a closed landfill site located in an adjacent Municipality, similar
provisions shall apply.
3.45
Cannabis Production Facility
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law, any Cannabis Production Facility shall be subject
to the following provisions:
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a) No lands, building or structure or portion thereof used for Cannabis Production Facility
purposes that is equipped with air treatment control situated in the General Industrial Zone
(IND2), Light Industrial Zone (IND1), General Agricultural Zone (AG1), and Agricultural
Commercial/Industrial Zone (AG3) may be located any closer than 150 metres to a
Residential Zone, Community Facility Zone, commercial recreational facility, park or similar
recreational use, dwelling, public school, private school, place of worship, community centre,
or a day care.
b) No lands, building or structure or portion of thereof used for Cannabis Production Facility
purposes that is not equipped with air treatment control situated in the General Agricultural
Zone (AG1) and Agricultural Commercial/Industrial Zone (AG3) may be located any closer
than 300 metres to a Residential Zone, Community Facility Zone, commercial recreational
facility, park or similar recreational use, dwelling, public school, private school, place of
worship, community centre, or a day care.
c) No lands, building or structure or portion thereof used for Cannabis Production Facility
purposes that is not equipped with air treatment control situated in General Industrial Zone
(IND2) or Light Industrial Zone (IND1) shall be permitted.
d) Cannabis Production Facilities must be entirely contained within wholly enclosed buildings or
structures or portions thereof in the General Industrial Zone (IND2) or Light Industrial Zone
(IND1).
e) Accessory buildings or structures used for security purposes for Cannabis Production
Facilities may be located in any yard. The minimum setback for an accessory building used
for security purposes from a front, side or rear lot line shall be 1.5 metres, but it shall not be
located in the sight triangle.
f) Outdoor storage is prohibited on the property in which a Cannabis Production Facility is
located.
g) A Cannabis Production Facility shall only be permitted within the zones as explicitly indicated
in this Zoning By-law.
h) Setback requirements do not apply to dwellings located on the same parcel as the Cannabis
Production Facility.
i) All development in relation to the establishment of or the expansion to a Cannabis Production
Facility shall be subject to Site Plan Control. (As amended by By-law 04-2022)
3.46
On-Farm Diversified Uses
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law, any On-Farm Diversified Use(s) shall be subject
to the following provisions:
a) Are secondary to the principal agricultural use of the property, are operated by the persons
residing on the farm and do not interfere with the farm operation and do not conflict with the
surrounding uses.
b) Do not cause a traffic or safety concern and provide safe access onto an open public road.
c) Obtain relevant permits from the Health Unit.
d) Agri-tourism uses and Value Added agricultural uses under 1 hectare in size are permitted in
the AG1 zone. Uses larger than 1 hectare shall be permitted in the AG3 zone.
i.
The area calculation should consider the total area of buildings, structures, outdoor
storage, landscaped areas, wells and septic systems, berms, laneways and parking
areas but discount those areas which are shared between the agricultural uses and
the on-farm diversified use.
e) Buildings can occupy a maximum of 20% of the allowable area calculation. Where a building
is proposed to accommodate for on-farm events, the maximum is 120 persons seated
capacity or 20% of the allowable area calculation, whichever is less.
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f) 25% of the floor area of a building containing an agri-tourism or value added agricultural uses
be used for retailing products grown/produced on the farm and goods produced on farms
within a 50km radius.
g) Servicing (e.g. private and/or public water & sewage services) for the agri-tourism and value
added agricultural uses must be located within the maximum 1 hectare area.
h) Buildings for agri-tourism uses & value added agricultural uses shall be clustered together
with buildings for the principle agricultural use of the property.
i) MDS shall apply not apply to on-farm diversified uses and thus are encouraged to cluster with
the on-farm dwelling.
Site Plan Control will apply to all agri-tourism on-farm diversified uses
3.47
Wellhead Protection Areas
Lands located in a Wellhead Protection Area (WHPA) may be required to have a Restricted Land
Use Form (Section 59) as per Ontario Clean Water Act.
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Section 4 General Agriculture Zone (AG1)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
4.1
Permitted Uses
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agricultural use, general
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conservation
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exploration, drilling for and production of oil and natural gas
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forestry uses, not including commercial forestry processing uses
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cannabis production facility (see Section 3.45)
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group home
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pit, wayside, required by road authority
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uses accessory to the permitted uses
4.2
Accessory Uses
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bed and breakfast establishment
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commercial greenhouse under 2 acres covered by greenhouse
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farm produce sales outlet
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farm brewery/distiller/winery (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
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home industry
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home occupation
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one single detached residential dwelling or converted dwelling accessory to an agricultural
use
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2 Additional Residential Units(ARU) with a maximum of one (1) ARU within a detached
structure
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Farm labour housing, accessory to agriculture
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On-farm diversified uses, (see Section 3.46)
4.3
Permitted Structures
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buildings and structures for the permitted uses
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one detached main dwelling (which may take the form of a mobile home) which may contain
an Additional Residential Unit and a maximum of one (1) detached Additional Residential
Unit (which may take the form of a mobile home)
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one multi-unit residential building for farm labour including a rowhouse
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more than one main agricultural building per lot is allowed
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other buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses
4.4
Zone Provisions
LOT AREA (minimum)-38 hectares and areas of the lot zoned "Natural Environment" may be
included in the calculation of the lot area
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-150 metres
YARD REQUIREMENTS (minimum)-For buildings and structures used for livestock, poultry and fur
bearing animal housing and waste storage, setbacks will be in accordance with the following
provisions or MDS requirements (whichever is greater):
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FRONT YARD DEPTH-60 metres
REAR YARD DEPTH-30 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH-30 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH-60 metres
YARD REQUIREMENTS (minimum)-Other permitted buildings and structures, and accessory
structures:
FRONT YARD DEPTH-17 metres from a municipal road or County Highway
REAR YARD DEPTH-7.5 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH-7.5 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH-17 metres from a municipal road or a County Highway
ADDITIONAL RESIDENTIAL UNIT IN ACCESSORY STRUCTURE
- Permitted with a maximum separation of 60m measured from the main dwelling;
- Must utilize the same laneway as the main dwelling;
- Comply with setbacks as listed in 4.4;
- Must comply with Minimum Distance Separation Formulae to livestock facilities on
separately titled lots.
4.5
Separation Distance (Agricultural)
Notwithstanding any yard and setback requirement of this by-law to the contrary, no livestock
housing facility shall be established or enlarged unless it complies with the Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS) Formulae. New and expanding barns are not required to apply MDS to AG3 uses
or On-Farm Diversified Uses. Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, for
the purposes of calculating MDS II for a first or expanding livestock facility, closed or inactive
cemeteries located within a CF Zone shall be treated as a Type A land use.
4.6
Separation Distance (Residential)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, no residential, institutional,
commercial, industrial or recreational building or structure, located on a separate lot shall be
established unless it complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae.
4.7
Farm Labour Housing
Where additional residential accommodation is demonstrated to be required by commercial scale
farms, on-farm labour housing is permitted provided it:
- Be located such that the farm labour dwelling is a maximum distance of 60 metres of the
main dwelling or if no main dwelling exists, a maximum distance of 60 metres from the largest
building (e.g. Livestock barn, greenhouse, etc.);
- Utilizes the same laneway as the dwelling and/or barn;
- Complies with the setbacks as listed in 4.4; and
- Complies with the Minimum Distance Separation Formulae to livestock facilities on separately
titled lots.
Farm labour housing is not considered an Additional Residential Unit for the purpose of this by-law.
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4.8
EXISTING AGRICULTURAL HOLDINGS With Reduced Lot Area
(Less Than 38 Hectares) And/Or Reduced
Frontage (Less
Than 150 Metres)
Notwithstanding the provisions for Section 4.4 where an existing lot has a lesser lot area and/or
frontage than required under this By-law and is developed for an agricultural use, with or without
existing farm buildings and accessory structures, additional farm buildings and structures may be
erected, or existing farm structures may be altered providing all other requirements of this By-law
are complied with. The farm holding will be deemed to conform with the By-law with respect to the
minimum lot area and minimum lot frontage provisions.
4.9
New Agricultural Holdings
Where a new agricultural lot is created by severance and conforms to the Official Plan and has a
minimum lot area of 18 hectares, the said lot is deemed to comply with the minimum lot area
provisions of the By-law (Section 4). This provision pertains to both the severed and retained lot
area.
4.10
Clearing Of Areas
Clearing of areas is prohibited except as permitted in accordance with the County of Huron Forestry
Conservation By-law No. 10-2006 or amendments thereto.
4.11
Special Zone
4.11.1 AG1-1:
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4.1. to the contrary an existing put and take fishery is
recognized as a permitted use.
4.11.2 AG1-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4.4. to the contrary, the minimum yard setbacks for
buildings housing livestock, poultry or fur bearing animals shall be 30 metres. The minimum lot size
of lands zoned AG1-2 shall be 4.0 hectares. All other provisions of this By-law shall continue to
apply. (By-law 07-2000-East Wawanosh) (By-law 71-2023).
4.11.3 AG1-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4, on lands zoned AG1-3, one single detached residence
and accessory buildings shall be permitted in the absence of a main viable agricultural use on the
subject lands. The minimum lot area for lands zoned AG1-3 shall be 14 hectares and shall include
lands zoned NE2. All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 15-2001-East
Wawanosh)
4.11.4 AG1-4
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4, to the contrary, on lands zoned AG1-4, one single
family residence and accessory buildings shall be permitted in the absence of a main viable
agricultural use on the subject lands. The minimum lot area for lands zoned AG1-4 shall be 26.2
hectares and shall include lands zoned NE1. All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply.
(By-law 41-2003-East Wawanosh)
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4.11.5 AG1-5
Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-law to the contrary, on lands zoned AG1-5, the existing
barn shall be used for storage purposes only, and the lot area, existing yard and building setbacks
are deemed to comply with the zoning by-law. (By-law 13-2006-East Wawanosh).
4.11.6 AG1-6
Notwithstanding Section 4.2 and 4.3 to the contrary, on lands zoned AG1-6 one single detached
dwelling may be a permitted use and structure. The permitted dwelling shall not be required to be
accessory to agriculture. The dwelling shall be located in the north east corner of lands zoned AG1-
6 in proximity to existing residences on neighbouring properties. All other provisions of this by-law
continue to apply. (By-law 66-2001-East Wawanosh).
4.11.7 AG1-7
This zone has been deleted. (By-law 71-2023)
4.11.8 AG1-8
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4, to the contrary, in the area zoned AG1-8 one single
detached dwelling, accessory buildings and a home industry shall be permitted in the absence of a
main viable agricultural use. The single detached dwelling and all accessory buildings will meet the
following minimum requirements:
- setback from the wetland boundary-65 metres
- setback from the eastern woodland edge-50 metres
- setback from the southern woodland boundary-15 metres
These setbacks shall be established by the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority. The minimum
lot area for the subject lands shall be 36.5 hectares including areas zoned Natural Environment. All
other provisions of this by-law continue to apply. (By-law 32-2004-East Wawanosh)
4.11.9 AG1-9
Notwithstanding the home industry definition, the existing home industry on the lands zoned AG1-9
is deemed to comply with this By-law.
4.11.10 AG1-10
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.19, to the contrary, on lands zoned AG1-10, a
residence, accessory buildings and structures, and existing buildings are permitted subject to
access to an open public road by a right-of-way. On the lands zoned AG1-10, the lot frontage is
deemed to comply with the requirements of the Zoning By-law. All other provisions of By-law 82-
2008 continue to apply. (Amended by By-law 81-2009)
4.11.11 AG1-11
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4, to the contrary, a single detached dwelling and
accessory building(s) are permitted on the lands zoned AG1-11, subject to the provisions of the AG4
zone. All other provisions of By-law 82-2008 continue to apply. (Amended by By-law 20-2011)
4.11.12 AG1-12
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4.1, 4.2, and 4.3, to the contrary, the area zoned AG1-12
may permit a school to service the surrounding horse-drawn community. For the purposes of
calculating Minimum Distance Separation requirements, the school shall be treated as a Type A
land use. There shall be no requirement for Minimum Distance Separation from the school to the
existing barn on the property. (Amended by By-law 29-2019)
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4.11.13 AG1-13
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4.1., 4.2., and 4.3. of By-law 82-2008, to the contrary, the
lands temporarily zoned AG1-13 to which this Temporary Use By-law applies may also be used for a
temporary dwelling unit in addition to the existing main dwelling for the person(s) named in the
agreement with the Township of North Huron, subject to the setback provisions of Section 4.4. The
temporary dwelling unit must be either a mobile home or modular home, designed to be moveable,
and will have a maximum floor area of 130 sq. metres (1400 sq. feet). The temporary dwelling will
be clustered with the existing buildings. The temporary dwelling will not be entitled to a severance
from the farm parcel. All other provisions of By-law 82-2008 continue to apply. (As amended by By-
law 61-2020)
4.11.14 AG1-14
In The Area Zoned AG1- 14 One Additional Residential Unit Is Permitted To Locate In An Existing
Detached Accessory Building As An Accessory Use. (As Amended By By-Law 06-2024)
Temporary Use Bylaw 82-2024
Notwithstanding the provisions of Bylaw 82-2008 to the contrary, the lands to which this Temporary
Use By-law applies may also be used for moto cross racing, motorcycle riding and all-terrain vehicle
(ATV) riding, in addition to existing permitted agricultural uses of the subject land. The temporary
permission will allow for a total of five, two-day moto cross meets per year with no more than one of
these meets being held on a holiday weekend and the other meets being held on regular weekends.
Racing and any associated event activities, including but not limited to set up and tear down, during
these meets shall only occur between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. The owner shall provide notice
of the dates, including any subsequent rescheduling of events, for the meets three weeks in
advance to property owners requesting such notice and to the Township Municipal Office. No
permanent buildings other than those permitted for an agricultural operation shall be permitted. The
proposed motorcycle racing and obstacle/trail driving shall occur on an existing track situated on
approximately 25 hectares (60 acres). (As amended by By-law 82-2024)
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Section 5 Restricted Agriculture Zone (AG2)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
5.1
Permitted Uses
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agricultural use, general, excluding new residential dwellings
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conservation
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exploration, drilling for and production of oil and natural gas
-
forestry uses, not including commercial forestry processing uses
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pit, wayside, required by road authority
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uses accessory to the permitted uses
5.2
Accessory Uses
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commercial greenhouse under 2 acres covered by greenhouse
-
farm brewery/distillery/winery (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
-
farm produce sales outlet
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wind energy facility, small-scale or solar energy production
5.3
Permitted Structures
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buildings and structures for the permitted uses, not including a residence
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buildings and structures, not including residences, accessory to the permitted uses as per
Section 3.3 (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
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more than one main agricultural building per lot is allowed
5.4
Zone Provisions
The General Agriculture (AG1) Zone Provisions contained in Section 4.4. shall apply.
The following Sections apply to the AG2 zone:
4.5 Separation Distance (Agricultural)
4.6 Separation Distance (Residential)
4.8 Existing Agricultural Holdings
4.9 New Agricultural Holdings
4.10 Clearing of Areas
5.5
Special Zones
5.5.1
AG2-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 5 to the contrary, on the lands zoned AG2-1, the existing
barn and shed shall be used for storage purposes only, and the residence is permitted under the
provisions of the AG1 Zone. All other provisions of By-law 82-2008 shall continue to apply.
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Section 6 Agricultural Commercial / Industrial Zone (AG3)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
6.1 Permitted Uses
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agricultural industrial establishment
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agricultural processing establishment
-
agricultural service establishment
-
agricultural supply establishment
-
bulk sales establishment
-
cannabis production facility (See Section 3.45)
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commercial greenhouse operation greater than 0.8 hectare covered by greenhouse
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licensed medical marihuana facility
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rural brewery/distillery/winery (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
6.2
Permitted Structures
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an accessory dwelling unit or a mobile home detached from or part of the non-residential
structure
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farm labour housing, accessory to the permitted uses
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buildings and structures for the permitted uses
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buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
6.3
Zone Provisions
LOT AREA (minimum)-4,000 square metres
FRONTAGE (minimum)-30 metres
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum) -20 metres from a municipal road or County Highway
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum) -15 meters or 1/2 of the building height, whichever is
greater
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum) 20 metres from a municipal road or County Highway
REAR YARD DEPTH-7.5 metres
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-30 %
LIGHTING AND ILLUMINATING SIGNS shall be arranged so as to deflect light away from adjacent
properties
6.4
Minimum Distance Separation
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, no residential, institutional,
commercial, industrial or recreational building or structure, located on a separate lot shall be
established unless it complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae. Minimum
Distance Separation (I and II) does not apply to Agricultural Commercial Industrial (AG3) uses.
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6.5
Buffer Strip
Notwithstanding the General Provisions 'Planting Strip' Section, a buffer strip of landscaped open
space, 5 metres wide, shall be provided between storage and/or display area and side and/or rear
lot lines. Where an AG3 zone abuts an AG1 zone, the required buffer strip need not be landscaped.
6.6
Loading Spaces
All loading facilities must be provided within the lot and no loading may take place on a public right-
of-way.
6.7
Parking
All parking and storage of vehicles will be contained on the lot and no parking is permitted on a
public right-of-way.-
6.8
Special Zones
6.8.1
AG3-1:
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6.2. to the contrary, an accessory dwelling shall not be
permitted on the property zoned AG3-1.
6.8.2
AG3-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6.1 to the contrary, the main building may be used for the
storage, distribution and servicing of household appliances and their parts. All other provisions of the
By-law shall continue to apply
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Section 7 Agricultural Small Holding Zone (AG4)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
7.1
Permitted Uses
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one single detached residential dwelling
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
7.2
Accessory Uses
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agricultural use, limited
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bed and breakfast establishment
-
dwelling, converted
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dwelling with supports
-
farm produce sales outlet
-
home industry
-
home occupation
-
one (1) Additional Residential Unit within/attached to main dwelling or within a detached,
accessory building
-
ground-mounted solar facilities
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
7.3
Permitted Structures
-
one single detached dwelling, converted dwelling, or a mobile home on a solid masonry
foundation wall
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3 (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
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barns in accordance with Section 7.4.1
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Additional Residential Unit in a detached dwelling, within a detached accessory building not
containing livestock, or a modular home dwelling or mobile home
7.4
Zone Provisions
LOT AREA (minimum)-4,000 square metres
LOT AREA (maximum)-4 hectares
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-23 metres
FRONT YARD (minimum)-17 metres from a municipal road or County Highway
INTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum)-5 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum)
-17 metres from a municipal road or County Highway
REAR YARD (minimum)-7.5 metres
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-30 %
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7.4.1 Accessory Structures
7.4.1.1
Accessory Building Containing Livestock
Notwithstanding the provisions of this by-law to the contrary, an accessory building containing
livestock may be established subject to the following:
FRONT YARD (minimum)-17 metres from a municipal road or a County Highway
INTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum)-10 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum)
-17 metres from a municipal road or a County Highway
REAR YARD (minimum)-10 metres
BUILDING HEIGHT (maximum) - 9 metres
- Must be located in rear or interior side yard
- Minimum Distance separation Formulae - where the yard setbacks as required by MDS are
not the same as above, the larger of the two setbacks applies
7.4.1.2
Accessory Structure Containing Additional Residential Unit
- A single ARU is permitted within an accessory building;
- The accessory building containing the ARU must be located a maximum distance of 60
metres measured from the main dwelling or the shared well;
- Must utilize the same laneway as the main dwelling;
- Comply with setbacks as listed in 7.4;
- Must located in the rear or interior side yard;
- Must comply with the Minimum Distance Separation Formulae to livestock facilities on
separately titled lots
7.4.1.3
Accessory Structure Not Containing Livestock or Additional Residential Unit
Accessory buildings not containing livestock or an ARUI are required to meet the following interior
side and rear yard minimum setbacks:
- For buildings 10 square metres or less: 1 metre
- For buildings greater than 10 square metres but less than 100 square metres: 3 metres
- For buildings 100 square metres or greater: 5 metres
7.5
Building Regulations
BUILDING HEIGHT (maximum) -12 metres
7.6
Separation Distance (Residential)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, no residential, institutional,
commercial, industrial or recreational building or structure, located on a separate lot shall be
established unless it complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae.
7.8 Special Zones
7.8.1
AG4-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.1 to the contrary, the area zoned AG4-1 may include
one single-wide mobile home. Notwithstanding the permitted structures identified in Section 7.2. a
single-wide mobile home shall be a permitted structure on lands zoned AG4-1.
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Notwithstanding the provisions of this by-law to the contrary, the existing old schoolhouse building
may be located in the front yard of the proposed single-wide mobile home unit. All other accessory
buildings shall conform to this by-law. All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law
8-1995-East Wawanosh)
7.8.2
AG4-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.1. to the contrary, the area zoned AG4-2 may include
one single-wide mobile home. Notwithstanding the permitted structures identified in Section 7.2. a
single-wide mobile home shall be a permitted structure on lands zoned AG4-2. All other provisions
of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 22-1995-East Wawanosh)
7.8.3
AG4-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the following special provisions apply
to lands zoned AG4-3:
7.8.3.1
Notwithstanding Section 7.1 and the home industry definition to the contrary, up to 605 sq. m. of the
existing main building may be used for home industry purposes.
7.8.3.2
Notwithstanding the home industry definition on lands zoned AG4-3; mini-storage units shall be
considered a home industry.
7.8.3.3
Notwithstanding the above, at all times, not less than 92 sq. m. of the existing main building must be
used for single detached residential purposes.
7.8.3.4
Any home industry use may only be permitted provided the residential use exists. The accessory
building provisions shall continue to apply to all existing and new accessory buildings on lands
zoned AG4-3. Further, the storage of motorized vehicles, recreational vehicles, farm equipment and
other similar vehicles and/or equipment may be permitted to the rear of the main building on the
subject lands as an accessory home industry use. Such storage shall be of a temporary nature,
shall not contravene Section 3.28.3 (Derelict Motor Vehicles) and shall satisfy the parking
requirements of this Zoning By-law.
7.8.3.5
All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 05-2004-East Wawanosh).
7.8.4
AG4-4
The lands zoned AG4-9 were created by the approval of consent file B75/01 which required that the
existing shed in the rear yard be relocated. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 and Section
3.2, to the contrary, no buildings or structures shall be permitted to the rear of the existing residence
on the lands zoned AG4-4 to ensure that a contingency tile bed area is available in accordance with
the requirements of the Ontario Building Code and the Huron County Health Unit. All other
provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 20-2002-East Wawanosh).
7.8.5
AG4-5
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7, to the contrary, lands zoned AG4-5 may be used for
one mobile home, as an accessory residential use, in addition to the permanent residence. The
mobile home will not be located closer to the neighbouring barn (to the northwest) than the existing
residence on the subject parcel. The mobile home may be used as required by members of the
family owning the lands zoned AG4-5 and shall be removed once no longer required for this
purpose. All other provisions continue to apply. (By-law 54-2002-East Wawanosh).
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
7.8.6
AG4-6
The Special Zone AG4-6 is not applicable to lands within the Township of North Huron.
7.8.7
AG4-7
Notwithstanding the Definition of Home Industry (Section 2) to the contrary, on the lands zoned
AG4-7, the sale and outdoor display of travel trailers and/or towable trailers, and the retail of travel
trailer parts and components is permitted accessory to a travel trailer repair business. At any one
time, a maximum of 10 travel trailers and/or towable trailers may be displayed for sale in the front
yard on the south side of the existing driveway and an additional 10 travel or towable trailer units
may be displayed for sale, repair, or storage behind a visual screen in the rear yard of the existing
dwelling.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.4 to the contrary, on the lands zoned AG4-7, the
minimum front yard setback for the outdoor display of travel or towable trailers is 3 metres.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.4 to the contrary, on the lands zoned AG4-7, the
buildings are deemed to comply with the Zone Regulations.
All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply.
7.8.8
AG4-8
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.4 to the contrary, on the lands zoned AG4-8, the
minimum lot frontage is deemed to comply with the Zone Regulations.
7.8.9
AG4-9
Notwithstanding provisions 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 to the contrary, in the area zoned AG4-9 both the
property and any legally established existing buildings are deemed to comply with the AG4 Zone
provisions and the Minimum Distance Separation requirements of this By-law.
7.8.10 AG4-10
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.4 to the contrary, on the lands zoned AG4-10, a
minimum setback of 20 metres is required from the existing NE2 Zone boundary (By-law #79-2016)
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 8 Village Commercial Zone (C1)
All settlement areas except Wingham and Blyth
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except one or more of the following uses:
8.1
Permitted Uses
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agricultural service establishment
-
agricultural supply establishment
-
ambulance station
-
art gallery
-
artist, dance, exercise or photographic studio
-
assembly hall, located to the rear or above a main commercial use
-
auction sale facility excluding the sale of livestock
-
bake shop
-
bank or a financial institution
-
bed and breakfast establishment
-
bottle depot
-
brewers retail outlet
-
building supply and sales establishment
-
bus depot
-
business or professional office
-
clinic
-
commercial storage warehouse (rental units)
-
convenience store
-
dress making or tailor shop
-
dwelling, converted
-
dwellings existing on the date of passage of this By-law and their strengthening, repair
renovation, enlargement or replacement subject to the provisions of the R1 Section
-
one dwelling unit secondary to a commercial use within the rear portion or upper stories of a
commercial building
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eating establishment, restaurant
-
eating establishment, drive-through restaurant
-
eating establishment, take-out restaurant
-
eating establishment, portable food outlet, in accordance with any municipal By-laws
-
farm equipment sales, service and supply establishment
-
farm produce sales outlet
-
farmers market
-
fire hall
-
food store
-
funeral home
-
gasoline bar
-
general store
-
government office
-
group home, in a single detached residence
-
hardware store
-
health club
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
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home occupation in any permitted dwelling
-
hotel
-
landscaping and garden supply establishment
-
liquor store
-
mobile home and/or recreational vehicle sales and service establishment
-
motor vehicle repair shop
-
motor vehicle rust proofing
-
motor vehicle sales and/or service establishment
-
motor vehicle washing establishment
-
motorized recreational vehicle sales and service establishment
-
parking area, accessory
-
parking lot
-
personal service shop
-
place of entertainment
-
post office
-
printing establishment
-
private club
-
public building
-
public library
-
park, public in accordance with the Open Space (OS) Section
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retail store except those dealing with heavy machinery, fuels, factory equipment, building
materials, new or used automobiles, boats, trailers, motorcycles or snowmobiles
-
sports and recreation facility
-
service and repair shop
-
taxi stand
-
tire sales establishment
-
veterinarians' clinic
-
wholesale or warehouse use accessory to any of the foregoing permitted uses
Uses accessory to the permitted use
8.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
8.3
Zone Provisions
Partial Services
(Public Water and
Private Septic)
Private Services
(Private Water
and Private
Septic)
Lot Area (minimum)
2,000 square metres
2,000 square
metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
30 metres
30 metres
Lot Depth (minimum)
46 metres
46 metres
Front Yard Depth
(minimum)
3 metres
3 metres
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Partial Services
(Public Water and
Private Septic)
Private Services
(Private Water
and Private
Septic)
Interior Side Yard Depth
(minimum)
3 metres
3 metres
Exterior Side Yard Depth
(minimum)
3 metres
3 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum
7.5 metres
7.5 metres
Lot Coverage (maximum)
40 %
40 %
Landscaped Open Space
(minimum)
20 %
20 %
8.4
Building Regulations
Building Height (maximum)-12 metres
8.5
Regulations for Accessory Residential Use
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the dwelling unit shall form part of the main building and shall be to the rear of the commercial
use or on the second or higher floor of a commercial building;
-
the dwelling unit shall be completely self-contained and have ;separate and direct access to a
yard or street;
-
Minimum depth within the building of the non-residential use shall be 7 metres.
8.6
Re-Establishment of a Residential Use
Any building which has been used as a residence and subsequently converted to a commercial use
may be returned to a residential use subject to the provisions of the R1 zone.
8.7
Establishment of a New Residential Use in a Commercial
Building
Any existing commercial building which has been used for a commercial use may be converted to a
new residential use subject to the provisions of the R2 zone.
8.8
Special Provisions
8.8.1 Outdoor Display and Storage Regulations
The minimum setback from any front, side or rear lot line of any outside display or storage area in
this zone shall be no less than 3 metres.
8.9
Special Zones
8.9.1
C1-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 3 and 8, to the contrary, the subject property zoned C1-1
may contain two main buildings. Notwithstanding the permitted uses of Section 8.1 to the contrary,
a contractor's or tradesman's shop or yard may be a permitted use on lands zoned C1-1. All other
provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 19-1999, East Wawanosh)
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Page 92
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
8.9.2
C1-2
The lands described as being Part Lots 155, 156, 157, 167, and 168, R.P. 291 and more specifically
being of Lots 156, 157, and 167, R.P. 291 located south of the lands described on Huron County
Highway Plan 1601 and the northerly 5.38 metres of Lots 155 and 168, R.P. 291 are hereby zoned
C1-2. The rear yard and side yard setback provisions of Section 8 do not apply to the property
boundary which is situated 14.4 metres easterly from and parallel to the easterly limit of James St.
within Lots 155 and 156, R.P. 291. (By-law 24 2002, East Wawanosh)
8.9.3
C1-3
Notwithstanding, and in addition to, the permitted uses of Section 8.1., on lands zoned C1-3 the
fabrication and retail of steel roof shingles and accessory uses including the retail of associated
building materials shall be permitted. Notwithstanding the zone regulations of Section 8.3., the
setbacks established by the existing building shall be deemed the minimum requirements for lands
zoned C1-3 where deficient from the provisions of Section 8.3. All other provisions of this By-law
continue to apply. (By-law 14-1997, East Wawanosh)
8.9.4
C1-4
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of 8.1 to the contrary, a "truck transport terminal" as defined in
Section 2 may be permitted on lands zoned C1-4 including the dispatch, repair, inspection and
parking of school buses as well as other 'commercial motor vehicles' as defined in the Highway
Traffic Act. Further, a former special provision on the subject lands permitted a 'contractors yard' as
defined in Section 2, which continues to be permitted on the lands zoned C1-4, notwithstanding
Section 8.1 to the contrary. (By-law 52-2013, Hutton Heights)
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 9 Radio Television Commercial Zone (C2)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
9.1
Permitted Uses
-
uses in existence on the date of passage of this By-law;
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
9.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses.
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
9.3
Provisions
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-60 metres
LOT AREA (minimum)-5000 square metres
LOT DEPTH (minimum)-90 metres
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum)-7.5 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-3 metres except where the interior lot line abuts a
Residential Zone the minimum interior side yard shall be: 7.5 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum)-7.5 metres
REAR YARD DEPTH (minimum)-8 metres
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-40%
LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE (minimum)-20%
HEIGHT OF MAIN BUILDINGS (maximum)-11 metres
9.4
Parking, Accessory Buildings, Planting Strips, Etc.
In accordance with the provisions of the General Provisions Section.
9.5
Special Zones
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 10 Highway Commercial (C3)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
10.1
Permitted Uses
-
agricultural service establishment
-
agricultural supply establishment
-
ambulance station
-
artist, dance, exercise or photographic studio
-
assembly hall, located to the rear or above a main commercial use
-
auction sale facility excluding the sale of livestock
-
bake shop
-
bed and breakfast establishment
-
bottle depot
-
brewers retail outlet
-
bus depot
-
building supply and sales establishment
-
business or professional office
-
car wash
-
commercial storage warehouse (rental units)
-
convenience store
-
dwelling, converted
-
dwellings existing on the date of passage of this By-law and their strengthening, repair
renovation, enlargement or replacement subject to the provisions of the R2 Section
-
dwelling unit secondary to a commercial use within the rear portion and/or upper stories of a
commercial building
-
eating establishment, restaurant
-
eating establishment, drive-through restaurant
-
eating establishment, take-out restaurant
-
eating establishment, portable food outlet, in accordance with any municipal By-laws
-
farm equipment sales, service and supply establishment
-
farm produce sales outlet
-
farmers market
-
fire hall
-
funeral home
-
gasoline bar
-
greenhouse, commercial
-
group home, in a single detached residence
-
hardware store
-
health club
-
home occupation in any permitted dwelling
-
hotel
-
kennel
-
landscaping and garden supply establishment
-
laundromat
-
liquor store
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
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micro-brewery/distillery/winery (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
-
miniature golf course
-
motel
-
mobile home and/or recreational vehicle sales and service establishment
-
motor vehicle repair shop
-
motor vehicle rust proofing
-
motor vehicle body shop
-
motor vehicle sales and/or service establishment
-
motorized recreational vehicle sales and service establishment
-
parking area, accessory
-
parking lot
-
place of entertainment
-
police facility
-
printing establishment
-
private club
-
public building
-
park, public in accordance with the Urban Natural Environment and Open space (OS) Section
-
research and development facility / laboratory
-
sports and recreation facility
-
service and repair shop
-
tavern
-
taxi stand
-
tire sales establishment
-
veterinarians' clinic
-
wholesale or warehouse use accessory to any of the foregoing permitted uses
-
Uses accessory to the permitted use
10.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses.
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3 (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
10.3
Zone Provisions
LOT AREA (minimum)-1500 square metres
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-30 metres
LOT DEPTH (minimum)-45 metres
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum)-7.5 metres from a Municipal Road or 10 metres from a County or
Provincial Highway
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-3 metres except where the interior lot line abuts a
Residential Zone, the minimum interior side yard shall be: 7.5 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum) -7.5 metres from a Municipal Road or 10 metres from a County
or Provincial Highway
REAR YARD DEPTH (minimum)-7.5 metres
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-40%
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE (minimum)-20%
BUILDING HEIGHT (maximum)-11 metres
10.4
Outdoor Storage
The outdoor storage of goods or materials shall be permitted only to the rear or side of the main
building provided that:
-
such outdoor storage is accessory to the use of the main building on the lot
-
such outdoor storage shall be set back 3 metres from the side or rear lot line
-
such outdoor storage does not cover more than 35% of the lot area nor exceed twice the
ground floor area of the main building on the lot
10.5
Outside Display Areas
An outdoor display area shall be permitted in all yards provided:
-
Such outdoor display area is for merchandise kept for sale on the premises
-
Such outdoor display area is set back a minimum of 1 metre from any side or rear lot line; 3
metres from any front lot line; and 3 metres from any lot line which abuts a Residential zone
-
Such outdoor display area does not cover more than 35% of the lot area
-
Such outdoor display area is kept in a neat and attractive manner
10.6
Parking, Accessory Buildings, Planting Strips, Etc.
In accordance with the General Provisions Section.
10.7
Re-Establishment of a Residential Use
Any building which has been used as a residence and subsequently converted to a commercial use
may be returned to a residential use subject to the provisions of the R2 Medium Density Residential
zone.
10.8
Zone Provisions for Existing Dwellings & Accessory Dwelling
Units Combined with Commercial Use
-
An existing dwelling may be converted to create one or more additional dwelling units
subject to the provisions of the R Zone of this By-law.
-
A group home may be established in an existing dwelling subject to the provisions of the R2
Zone.
-
Either a portion or all of an existing dwelling may be used for a permitted commercial use
-
Any portion of the existing dwelling which is retained as an accessory unit(s) or new
dwelling unit(s) accessory to a commercial use shall be subject to the following:
- any dwelling unit or units shall form part of the main building and shall be to the rear of the
commercial use or on the second or higher floor of a commercial building
-the minimum depth within the building of the non-residential use shall be 7 metres
- the dwelling unit or units shall be completely self-contained and have separate and direct access
to a yard or street
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
10.9
Special Zones
10.9.1 C3-1
The lands zoned C3-1 shall comply with the Special Policy Area provisions of the General
Provisions Section. Existing automobile service stations shall be considered non-conforming uses
and shall be permitted to continue in accordance with the non-conforming provisions of Section 3.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply. (By-law 2295(1995), Wingham)
10.9.2 C3-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 10, the permitted uses for lands zoned C3-2 shall be
those permitted on lands zoned C3-1 plus the contractors' yard, Type B presently situated on the
subject lands. The lands zoned C3-2 shall comply with the Special Policy Area provisions of the
General Provisions Section. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply. (By-law 2295(1995),
Wingham)
10.9.3 C3-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 10, to the contrary, on lands zoned C3-3, the minimum
front yard setback shall be 1.8 metres (6 feet). This shall permit the enlargement of the showroom
of the existing building, and shall be measured from the edge of the existing 12.2 metre (40 feet)
strip of land which is considered part of a Josephine Street road widening (40 ft. widening by Plan
421).
The lands zoned C3-3 shall comply with the Special Policy Area provisions of the General
Provisions Section. All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 2295(1995),
Wingham).
10.9.4 C3-4
The lands zoned C3-4 shall comply with the Special Policy Area provisions of the General
Provisions Section. A retail store may be permitted on lands zoned C3-4. A minimum of 30 parking
spaces shall be provided and shall be deemed to conform to Section 3 for the use of the existing
building.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply. (By-law 53-2002, Wingham)
10.9.5 C3-5
The lands zoned C3-5 shall comply with the Special Policy Area provisions of the General
Provisions Section. A bank or financial institution may be permitted on lands zoned C3-5 in addition
to the uses permitted by Section 10.1. Existing automobile service stations shall be considered non-
conforming uses and shall be permitted to continue in accordance with the non-conforming
provisions of Section 3. A department store may be permitted on the lands zoned C3-5, in addition
to the uses permitted in Section 10. Notwithstanding any provisions of this by-law, to the contrary,
the front lot line shall be the longer lot line that abuts the street, and the outdoor refuse storage shall
be permitted in the exterior side yard. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply. (By-law 17-
2005, Wingham) (By-law 53(2008), Wingham).
10.9.6 C3-6
The C3-6 zone has been replaced by a C4 zone with special provision and is currently considered
surplus to the needs of this By-law. It therefore does not apply to any lands in the Township of North
Huron until such time as the bylaw may be amended. It has been reserved in this manner to
maintain the ordered numbering within Section 10.9 and so that it may be used again in the future.
(Amended by By-law 52-2012)
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
10.9.7 C3-7
Notwithstanding and in addition to the provisions of Section 10.1. to the contrary, the area zoned
C3-7 may be used for a truck transport terminal and repair establishment and enlargements to
same, and one accessory detached single family residence on Lot 13 and on Lot 14; the re-
establishment of these buildings in the event of destruction is permitted.
10.9.8 C3-8
In addition to the uses permitted in Section 10.1 the area zoned C3-8 permits a church in the
existing building. A detached residence currently exists on the property and is permitted. All other
applicable provisions of Section 10 shall apply. (By-law 07-2000, Blyth).
10.9.9 C3-9
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 10.1 to the contrary, a transport truck terminal yard
including the washing and maintenance of trucks, and accessory uses and buildings are also
permitted uses on the lands zoned C3-9. All other provisions of this By-law apply. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
10.9.10 C3-10
10.9.10.1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 10, to the contrary, lands zoned C3-10 are part of the
Special Policy Area of the Town of Wingham;
10.9.10.2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 10.1 to the contrary, on lands zoned C3-10 the following
uses are not permitted: firehall, medical clinic, ambulance facility, police facility and municipal
garage and works garage. All other uses of Section 10.1 are permitted;
10.9.10.3
No building permit or occupancy permit for an addition, enlargement or new building or structure
shall be issued until such time as all appropriate approvals have been obtained. This shall include
the approval of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority where they have jurisdiction. Detailed
provisions are included in the Official Plan and must be satisfied prior to the construction of additions
or the enlargement of existing buildings or before a new building is constructed on the subject lands;
10.9.10.4
There shall be no storage of hazardous substances unless located within buildings that have been
flood proofed to the Regulatory Flood Elevation. The exterior storage of hazardous substances shall
not be permitted;
10.9.10.5
One automobile service station may be permitted on lands zoned C3-10;
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply. (By-law 2500-2000, Wingham).
10.9.11 C3-11
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned C3-11 the minimum lot frontage,
lot depth, lot area and existing buildings are deemed to comply as per the Non-Complying Buildings
and Structures section of the General Provisions. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply. (By-
law 83-2015)
10.9.12 C3-12
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 10.1 to the contrary, a pharmacy is also a permitted use
on the lands zoned C3-12. The lands zoned C3-12 will also continue to be subject to the provisions
of the C3-1 zone in Section 10.9.1. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply. (By-law 65-2022)
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 99
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 11 Core Commercial-Wingham / Blyth Zone (C4)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with one or more of the following uses:
11.1
Permitted Uses
-
art gallery
-
artist, dance, exercise or photographic studio
-
assembly hall, located to the rear or above a main commercial use
-
bake shop
-
bank or a financial institution
-
bed and breakfast establishment
-
brewers retail outlet
-
bus depot
-
business or professional office
-
clinic
-
convenience store
-
dress making or tailor shop
-
dry cleaning establishment
-
dwelling, converted
-
dwellings existing on the date of passage of this By-law and their strengthening, repair
renovation, enlargement or replacement subject to the provisions of the R2 Section
-
dwelling unit secondary to a commercial use within the rear portion and/or upper stories of a
commercial building
-
eating establishment, restaurant
-
eating establishment, take-out restaurant
-
farmers market
-
food store
-
general store
-
government office
-
hardware store
-
health club
-
home occupation in any permitted dwelling
-
hotel
-
laundromat
-
liquor store
-
micro-brewery/distillery/winery (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
-
parking area, accessory
-
parking lot in accordance with the parking provisions below
-
personal service shop
-
place of entertainment
-
police facility
-
post office
-
printing establishment
-
private club
-
public building
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
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park, public in accordance with the Urban Natural Environment and Open space (OS) Section
-
retail store except those dealing with heavy machinery, fuels, factory equipment, building
materials, new or used automobiles, boats, trailers, motorcycles or snowmobiles
-
sports and recreation facility
-
service and repair shop
-
tavern
-
taxi stand
-
theatre (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
-
u-brew
-
video rental store
Uses accessory to the permitted use
11.2
Zone Provisions
LOT AREA (minimum)-No minimum
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-No minimum
LOT DEPTH (minimum)-No minimum
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum)-No minimum
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-No minimum except where the interior lot line of a
C4 use abuts a Residential Zone the minimum interior side yard shall be: 3 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-No minimum
REAR YARD DEPTH (minimum)-8 metres
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-No maximum
LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE (minimum)-No minimum
SET BACK FROM A LANE OR RIGHT OF WAY-No minimum
11.2.1
Height of Main Building
Minimum-7.6 metres which shall include 2 storeys when abutting at least one 2 storey or higher
building.
Minimum-3.8 metres which shall include 1 storey when abutting a 1 storey building and not abutting
a 2 storey building on either side.
Maximum-12 metres
Notwithstanding the above, the existing one storey buildings may re-establish to a minimum height
of one storey, subject to site plan control requirements.
11.3
Re-Establishment of a Residential Use
Any building which has been used as a residence and subsequently converted to a commercial use
may be returned to a residential use subject to the provisions of the R2 zone.
11.4
Existing Dwellings
-
An existing dwelling is permitted subject to the provisions of the R2 Zone of this By-law.
-
An existing dwelling may be converted to create one or more additional dwelling units
subject to the provisions of the R2 Zone of this By-law.
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
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A group home may be established in an existing dwelling subject to the provisions of the R2
Zone.
-
All or a portion of an existing dwelling may be used for a permitted commercial use subject
to the provisions of the Section below. Any portion of the existing dwelling which is retained
as an accessory unit shall be subject to the following:
- the dwelling unit/s shall form part of the main building and shall be to the rear of the
commercial use or on the second or higher floor of a commercial building
- the dwelling unit/s shall be completely self-contained and have separate and direct access
to a yard or street
11.5
Accessory Dwelling Units Combined with Commercial Use
A building which is used for a Commercial use may also contain one or more dwelling units in
combination with a permitted use provided:
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the dwelling unit/s shall form part of the main building and shall be to the rear of the
commercial use or on the second or higher floor of a commercial building
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the minimum depth within the building of the non-residential use shall be 7 metres
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the dwelling unit shall be completely self-contained and have separate and direct access to
a yard or street
11.5.1 Parking, Accessory Buildings, Planting Strips, Etc.
In accordance with the provisions of the General Provisions Section.
11.5.2 Core Area Parking
Off-street parking areas shall be prohibited from occupying any street frontage in the Core Area
Commercial (C4) Zone so as not to create a void in the built-up streetscape.
11.6
Special Zones
11.6.1 C4-1
The lands zoned C4-1 shall comply with the Special Policy Area provisions of the General
Provisions Section. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11 to the contrary, on lands zoned
C4-1 the permitted uses include those noted in Section 11.1 but does not include any form of
residential development, an automobile service station, or a public building. Dwelling units are
prohibited and Section 11.2.4 does not apply. Existing automobile service stations shall be
considered non-conforming uses and shall be permitted to continue in accordance with the
provisions of Section 3 (Non-Conforming). All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply.
(By-law 2332(1996) and 2295(1995), Wingham)
11.6.2 C4-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11, the following additional use is permitted on lands
zoned C4-2. A retirement home not exceeding accommodations for 14 residents shall be permitted.
Such use shall satisfy all local and provincial requirements relating to retirement homes and shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the Ontario building Code. Notwithstanding the
Parking provisions of Section 3, a written agreement with the neighbouring property owner will be
required to provide for overnight parking to the satisfaction of the Township. All other provisions of
this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 28-2004, Wingham).
11.6.3 C4-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11.1, to the contrary, the sale of automobiles to a
maximum of 5 at one time is also a permitted use on the lands zoned C4-3.
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 102
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
11.6.4 C4-4
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11.1, to the contrary, the boarding of small animals is
permitted as an accessory use to the pet supply store.
11.6.5 C4-5
Notwithstanding and in addition to the provisions of Section 11.1 to the contrary, the area zoned C4-
5 may be used for:
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Storage and sale of gas and diesel fuels
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Truck and car repair
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Construction vehicle repair shop
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Welding/Fabricating of metal
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Painting of equipment and cars
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Small equipment tool rental
The re-establishment of same in the event of accidental destruction is permitted.
11.6.6 C4-6
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11 to the contrary, on the lands zoned C4-6, the existing
lot, buildings and setbacks are deemed to comply with the provisions of the C4 zone. The existing
lot is exempt from the requirements of Section 3.19 (Lots to Front on an Open Public Road) and
access to the existing lot will continue to be by a registered right-of-way. All other provisions of this
by-law continue to apply. (By-law 62-2007, Wingham)
11.6.7 C4-7
11.6.7.1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11.1 to the contrary, on the lands zoned C4-7, rental
storage units, a Food Bank, and a non-commercial automotive repair establishment are permitted
uses, in addition to those uses permitted in the C4 zone. The non-commercial automotive repair
establishment shall be operated by an incorporated non-profit organization. The additional uses
shall be located to the rear or above a main commercial use.
11.6.7.2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.20 and 11.2 to the contrary, more than one main
building is permitted on the subject property and the existing buildings are deemed to comply with
the setback provisions of the by-law. All other provisions of this by-law continue to apply. (By-law 65
(2008), Wingham)
11.6.8 C4-8
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11.2.1 to the contrary, on the lands zoned C4-8, the west
interior side yard setback (min.) shall be a minimum of 1.22 metres. Notwithstanding the provisions
of Section 3.2.4 to the contrary, the rear yard setback (min.) shall be a minimum of 0.53 metres for
accessory buildings. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.28.2 to the contrary, the planting
strip requirement shall be reduced from 1.5 metres (4.92 ft.) to 1.22 metres (4 ft.) wide on the west
interior side yard and 0.53 metres (1.74ft.) on the north rear yard. Notwithstanding the provisions of
Section 3.26.1.4 to the contrary, two driveways shall be permitted within the first 30 metres of lot
frontage. All other provisions of By-law 82-2008 continue to apply. (Amended by By-law 50-2010)
11.6.9 C4-9
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11.1 to the contrary, on the lands zoned C4-9 a church
and its associated parking are also permitted uses. All other provisions of By-law 82-2008 shall
apply. (Amended by By-law 52-2012)
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 103
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
11.6.10 C4-10
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11.1 and 11.2 to the contrary, on the lands zoned C4-10,
an assembly hall is also permitted without a main commercial use and the minimum rear yard depth
is deemed to comply with the Zone Regulations. (Amended by By-law 62-2015)
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 104
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 12 Fringe Core Area Commercial (C5)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with one or more of the following uses:
12.1
Uses Permitted
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antique sales facility
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art, dance or photograph office
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bed and breakfast establishment
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boutique
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business and professional offices
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converted dwellings
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craft and gift shop
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existing dwellings
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personal service shop
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R1 uses as per Section 26, R2 uses as per Section 27
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a fraternal lodge or association
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a public park
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dwelling unit secondary to a commercial use within the rear portion and/or upper stories of a
commercial building subject to Section 11.5
12.2
Zone Provisions
LOT AREA (minimum)-600 square metres
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-20 metres
LOT DEPTH (minimum)-30 metres
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum)-6 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-3 metres except where the interior lot line of a C5 use
abuts a Residential Zone the minimum interior side yard shall be: 4.5 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-6 metres
REAR YARD DEPTH (minimum)-6 metres except where the rear lot line of a C5 use abuts a
Residential Zone the minimum interior side yard shall be: 10 metres
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-35%
LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE (minimum)-20%
HEIGHT OF BUILDING (maximum)-12 metres
12.3
Parking, Accessory Buildings, Planting Strips, Etc.
In accordance with the General Provisions Section.
12.4
Existing Dwellings, Dwellings Combined with Commercial Use
The provisions of Sections 26.2.3 and 26.2.4(Low Density Residential) shall apply.
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 105
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
12.5
Residential Uses
The provisions of Section 26 or Section 27 shall apply.
12.6
Special Zones
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 106
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 13 Community Facility Zone (CF)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
13.1
Permitted Uses
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ambulance station
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arena
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art or cultural facility
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art gallery
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assembly hall
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cemetery
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church
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clinic
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community centre
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day care facility
-
day centre
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fair grounds
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fire hall
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government office
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garage, government, warehouse or storage yard
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health club
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hospice (as amended by By-law 98-2019)
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home for the aged
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hospital
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library
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municipal parking lot
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museum
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nursery school
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park, public
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police facility
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post office
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public utility
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race track
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school
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sewage treatment plant
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sports and recreation facility
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sports field, public
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swimming pool
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theatre
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utility service building
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water tower or reservoir
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water treatment plant
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accessory uses
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uses permitted in the OS Zone
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 107
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
13.2
Permitted Structures
- buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
13.3
Zone Provisions
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-20 metres
LOT AREA (minimum)-600 square metres
LOT DEPTH (minimum)-30 metres
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-40%
FRONT YARD (minimum) - 7.5 metres in an urban settlement area; 20 metres from a municipal
road or County Highway in a rural area
REAR YARD (minimum)-10 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum)-5 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum) 7.5 metres in an urban settlement area; 20 metres from a
municipal road or County Highway in a rural area
LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE (minimum)-30%
HEIGHT OF BUILDING (maximum)-11 metres
13.3.1 Parking, Accessory Buildings, Planting Strips, etc.
In accordance with the General Provisions Section.
13.4
Separation Distance
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, no residential, institutional,
commercial, industrial or recreational building or structure, located on a separate lot shall be
established unless it complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae.
These provisions shall not apply in an urban designation.
13.5
Special Zones
13.5.1 CF-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 13.1 to the contrary, the area zoned CF-1 permits a public
park which includes special event camping.
13.5.2 CF-2
The Special Zone CF-2 is not applicable to lands within the Township of North Huron
13.5.3 CF-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 13.3 to the contrary, the lands zoned CF-3 are deemed to
comply, with the exception of the Parking Provisions which continue to apply.
All other provisions of this by-law continue to apply. (By-law 61(2008), Wingham)
13.5.4 CF-4
On land zoned CF-4, the permitted uses are a school, parking lot, playing fields, and accessory
buildings, structures and uses.
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 108
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.26 to the contrary, parking areas shall be provided as
follows:
- a redeveloped parking area containing a bus un\loading area and not fewer than 70 parking
spaces, which may be located in whole or in part on the abutting lands to the west of the CF-4 zone:
and
- a parking area containing not fewer than 45 additional parking spaces, which shall be located
within the CF-4 zone and\or on the abutting lands to the west of the CF-4 zone.
The lands zoned CF-1 located to the south in the municipality of Morris-Turnberry may be included
in the lot area, coverage and setback requirements for the Township of North Huron Zoning By-law.
All other applicable provisions of By-law 82-2008 shall apply. (Amended by By-law 48-2010)
13.5.5 CF-5
Deleted by By-law 52-2012
13.5.6 CF-5
Deleted by By-law No. 57-2019
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 109
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 14 Disposal Zone (DS)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
14.1
Permitted Uses
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recycling centre
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waste disposal facility as approved by the Ministry of Environment, including a sewage
treatment plant and landfill site
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uses accessory to the permitted uses
14.2
Permitted Structures
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buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses, not including a dwelling unit
14.3
Special Provisions
14.3.1 Other Regulations
All permitted uses shall develop according to the applicable regulations of the Ontario Ministry of the
Environment and/or Ministry of Health.
14.3.2 Site Plan Control
Subject to an agreement pursuant to site plan control, the Township may require the establishment
of a fence or planting strip.
14.4
Restrictions in Areas Adjacent to Non-Operating Disposal
Sites
Where technical controls for leachate or leachate and gas are required surrounding a fill area, no
new building or structure may take place within 30 metres of its perimeter. This distance may be
reduced to 20 metres in cases where only gas controls are necessary.
14.5
Special Zone
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 110
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 15 Extractive Resource Zone (ER1)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
15.1
Permitted Uses
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agricultural use, limited
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agricultural uses as they existed at the date of passage of this by-law and the expansion of
existing agricultural buildings subject to the zone provisions of the AG1 Zone
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extractive use licensed under the Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act
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mineral aggregate operation or any other operation licensed under the Aggregate Resources
Act
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the processing of extracted materials from the site including crushing, screening, washing,
sorting and storing of materials, and a portable asphalt plant, but not including a permanent
asphalt/concrete/ready mix batching plant
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uses permitted in the NE1 Zone
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uses accessory to the permitted uses
15.2
Permitted Structures
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buildings and structures for the permitted uses, including an office, service, storage, and
maintenance building or structure
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other buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses, but not including a dwelling
unit
15.3
Zone Provisions
LOT AREA-no minimum required
FRONT YARD DEPTH-25 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH-25 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH-17 metres
REAR YARD DEPTH-17 metres
15.4
Special Provisions
15.4.1 Rehabilitation
The site shall be mined, managed and rehabilitated in accordance with the Regulations of the
Aggregate Resources Act as amended, and a site plan as approved by the Ministry of Natural
Resources.
15.4.2 No Excavation Can Occur or be Expanded Within:
Minimum set backs
15 metres of the boundary of the site
30 metres from any road limit
30 metres of land in use for residential purposes
30 metres of land designated as a settlement area
30 metres from the top of bank of any body of water or water course that is not the result of
excavation below the water table
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 111
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Setbacks from the Natural Environment Zone shall be in accordance with the General Provisions
Section (CONSERVATION AUTHORITY REGULATED LANDS AND ADJACENT LANDS) of this
By-law.
15.4.2.1 Exception to Setback from Boundary of Site
Where 2 extractive operations abut and are operated at the same time thus permitting a more
efficient use of the available aggregate, the setback of 15 metres from the boundary of the site may
be waived conditional upon a signed agreement being registered against the deeds of both
properties and upon Ministry of Natural Resources approval.
15.4.2.2 Exception to Setback from Any Road Limit
Where an extractive operation abuts a municipal road and a reduced setback would permit a more
efficient use of aggregate, the setback from the road may be reduced conditional upon a signed
agreement between the Township and the owner/licensee and upon Ministry of Natural Resources
approval.
15.4.3 Future Uses Following Rehabilitation
Following rehabilitation a General Agriculture (AG1) or Natural Environment (NE1 or NE2) use is
permitted subject to the provisions of the respective zone.
15.4.4 Repair, Renovation, Expansion of Existing Buildings
Where a residence, accessory storage structure or barn was erected prior to the date of passing of
this By-law the said building or structure may be repaired, renovated or expanded in accordance
with the provisions of the General Agriculture AG1 Zone
15.5
Special Zones
15.5.1 ER1-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.4 to the contrary, the area zoned ER1-1 may have a
setback from a dwelling of 60 metres. (By-law 18-1996, East Wawanosh)
15.5.2 ER1-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.4 to the contrary, the area zoned ER1-2 shall permit
extraction within four metres of any road limit. Further, along the rest of the East limit of the subject
property, on lands zoned ER1-2, the setback for extraction shall be 0 metres. (By-law 3-1997, East
Wawanosh)
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 112
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 16 Extractive Industrial Zone (ER2)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
16.1
Permitted Uses
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permanent asphalt/concrete/ready mix batching plant
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uses permitted in the ER1 zone
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
16.2
Permitted Structures
- buildings and structures for the permitted uses
- buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses, not including a dwelling unit
16.3
Zone Provisions
LOT AREA (minimum)-no minimum
LOT COVERAGE-20 %
Minimum setbacks for buildings or structures for permanent asphalt/concrete/ready mix
batching plant:
FRONT YARD-90 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD-90 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD17 metres
REAR YARD-17 metres
Setback from any off-site dwelling unit-300 metres
Minimum setbacks for other permitted structures including accessory:
FRONT YARD-25 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD-25 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD-17 metres
REAR YARD-17 metres
16.4
Special Provisions
The special provisions of the ER1 Zone shall apply.
16.5
Special Zones
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 113
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 17 Future Development Zone (FD)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
17.1
Permitted Uses
-
uses, buildings and structures lawfully in existence on the date of passing of this By-law
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agricultural use, limited
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park, public
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uses accessory to permitted uses, not including the establishment of new livestock buildings
17.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures existing on the date of passing of this By-law
-
buildings and structures accessory to existing uses
17.3
Zone Provisions for Accessory Buildings
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum-10 metres
REAR YARD DEPTH (minimum)-7.5 metres
SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-7.5 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-10 metres
17.4
Special Provisions
Subdivision of land by consent or registered plan of subdivision will not be permitted in a Future
Development Zone prior to rezoning to the appropriate zone.
Existing Residences
Existing residences will be allowed to expand, enlarge or re-establish provided that the provisions of
the R1 or R2 zone are complied with and the number of dwelling units not increased.
17.5
Special Zones
17.5.1 FD-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 17.1 to the contrary, in the area zoned FD-1, a
greenhouse and market gardening operation with one accessory residence and storage buildings is
permitted, in accordance with the provisions of Section 8. (By-law 18-1994, Blyth).
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 114
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 18 Flood Fringe Zone (FF)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
18.1
Permitted Uses
-
in accordance with the zones found within the flood fringe area
18.2
Permitted Structures
-
in accordance with the zones found within the flood fringe area
18.3
Zone Provisions
The flood fringe is a second zone layered on top of underlying zone(s) and extends from the limit of
the flood way (zoned FW) to the limit of the flood plain (zoned FF).
Zone provisions in the FF Zone are in accordance with the underlying zone(s) found within the flood
fringe area.
In addition, the placing or removal of fill will be subject to the approval of the Maitland Valley
Conservation Authority and the construction of permitted buildings and structures will be subject to
flood damage reduction measures determined in consultation with the Maitland Valley Conservation
Authority.
18.4
Special Zones
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 115
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 19 Floodway Zone (FW)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
19.1
Permitted Uses
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conservation
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forestry
-
passive recreation
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
19.2
Permitted Structures
-
accessory structures for the maintenance of the permitted uses as well as trails and
footpaths, including stiles, stairs, bridges and benches, subject to the approval of the Maitland
Valley Conservation Authority
-
structures for flood and/or erosion control prevention, subject to the approval of the Maitland
Valley Conservation Authority
19.3
Zone Provisions
New and expanding structures shall be established and constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures.
Existing buildings, structures, and uses established prior to the date of passing of this By-law
continue to be permitted.
Existing buildings and/or structures may be replaced in constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures. The replacement structure shall not be larger than the dimensions of the existing
structure and shall not affect flood control, erosion or any other natural hazard consideration or have
been destroyed as a result of flooding or erosion.
The placing or removal of fill will be subject to the approval of the Maitland Valley Conservation
Authority.
19.4
Special Zones
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 116
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 20 Light Industrial Zone (IND 1)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
20.1
Permitted Uses
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agricultural industrial establishment
-
agricultural processing establishment not including dead stock removal
-
agricultural service establishment
-
agricultural supply establishment
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assembly, manufacturing, fabricating, packaging, printing, publishing plant or warehouse
conducted and wholly contained within an enclosed building
-
bottle depot
-
cannabis production facility (see Section 3.45)
-
catering service or light equipment rentals
-
commercial storage warehouse (rental units)
-
communications facility
-
contractor's yard
-
dry cleaning establishment
-
fire hall
-
furniture refinishing, woodworking or upholstery shop
-
indoor sports and recreational facility
-
industrial mall
-
laboratory or research facility
-
licensed medical marihuana facility
-
machine shop
-
motor vehicle body shop
-
motor vehicle repair shop
-
municipal water tower or water reservoir
-
parking lot
-
public park in accordance with the Urban Natural Environment and Open space (OS) Section
-
public works yard, garage, warehouse or storage yard
-
recycling centre
-
service industrial use
-
textile plant
-
warehouse
-
wholesale outlet
-
window and plate glass establishment
-
accessory use subordinate to and located on the same lot as a permitted main use including
an office, showroom, retail outlet, cafeteria, or a wholesale outlet
20.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings or structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 117
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
20.3
Zone Provisions
Full Services
(Municipal Water &
Sewer)
Partial / Private
Services
(Private Water &
Septic)
Lot Frontage (minimum) 20 metres
25 metres
Lot Area (minimum)
450 square metres
2,000 square metres
Lot Depth (minimum)
30 metres
30 metres
Lot Coverage
(maximum)
50%
50%
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum)-15 metres abutting a County Road; 10 metres abutting a local
municipal road
REAR YARD DEPTH (minimum)-7.5 metres, or 15 metres provided the rear yard line is the
boundary line between an IND Zone and a Residential Zone
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-3 metres, or 10 metres provided the interior side lot line
is the boundary line between an IND Zone and a Residential Zone
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-15 metres abutting a County Road; 10 metres abutting
a local municipal road
LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE (minimum)-10%
HEIGHT OF BUILDING (maximum)-12 metres however, any portion of a building or structure
erected above a height of 12 metres, must be set back from the front, side or rear lot lines, a further
distance of 0.5 metres for each metre by which such building or structure is erected above a height
of 12 metres, to a maximum of 30 metres.
20.4
Special Provisions
20.4.1 Property Subject to Utility Right-of-Way or Easement
Where any industrial lot is subject to a utility right-of-way or easement, the building set-backs shall
be in accordance with the applicable utility's requirements.
20.4.2 Outdoor Storage
The outdoor storage of goods or materials shall be permitted to the side or rear of the main building
provided that:
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such outdoor storage is accessory to the use of the main building on the lot
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such open storage does not cover more than 75% of the lot area
-
no storage will be permitted outside of a building on an industrial zoned lot in the front, side or
rear yard abutting or across the street from a non-industrial zone unless enclosed, to a
minimum height of 1.8m, by a fence, planting strip or decorative masonry wall, or has a site
plan approved under the Planning Act for outdoor storage.
20.4.3 Showroom or Retail Sales
A maximum of 25% of the gross floor area of a permitted industrial building may be used for
showroom or retail sale of products manufactured or assembled on the premises.
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 118
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
20.4.4 Industrial Effluent and Waste
No industrial effluent or waste shall be permitted which is unsuitable for the sewage treatment plant,
unless it is permitted by special agreement with the Township. All waste shall be disposed of in a
Ministry of the Environment approved facility.
20.4.5 Gate House
In an Industrial Zone, a gate house shall be permitted to the front or side of the main building, in
accordance with the minimum front and side yard setbacks for the main building.
20.4.6 Buildings per Lot
More than one main building per lot is permitted.
20.4.7 Parking, Accessory Buildings, Planting Strips, Etc.
In accordance with the General Provisions Section.
20.5
Special Zones
20.5.1 IND1-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the following special provisions apply
to lands zoned IND1-1:
Notwithstanding 20.1 to the contrary, lands zoned IND1-1 may also be used for a truck transport
terminal and accessory uses including: truck repair, truck wash and office uses.
Notwithstanding any of the permitted uses or provisions of this By-law, livestock and livestock
wastes, including manure shall not be permitted on site.
Notwithstanding Section 20.3 to the contrary, the rear yard setback for parking and storage
purposes only may be reduced to 5 metres from lands zoned Residential. All other uses shall
continue to satisfy the required setback of 15 metres. Access driveways shall be permitted within
the 3 metre interior side yard setback. All areas of the property shall be of a surface or ground cover
approved by the Municipality through the site plan control process.
All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 22-2005, Wingham).
20.5.2 IND1-2
On lands zoned IND1-2 the only permitted uses are those accessory to the abutting industrial use
(agricultural mill) including but not limited to parking, stormwater management, and accessory
buildings subject to the provisions of this By-law. (By-Law 71-2023)
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 21 General Industrial Zone (IND 2)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
21.1
Permitted Uses
-
any use permitted in an IND 1 Zone
-
cartage, express or truck transport terminal or yard
-
dairy
-
feed or flour mill
-
fuel storage tank or supply yard
-
grain elevator
-
lumber yard
-
planing or saw mill
-
plant, ready mix
-
radio or television tower
-
foundry for casting of metals
21.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings or structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
21.3
Zone Provisions
In accordance with Sections 20.3 and 20.4 plus the following:
Notwithstanding the lot coverage provision of Section 20.3 to the contrary, the maximum lot
coverage shall be 70%.
21.4
Special Zones
21.4.1
IND2-FW
The following provisions apply to lands zoned "IND2-FW". These lands are located in the floodway.
This zone does not include lands located in the flood fringe (FF) as this is applied as an overlay.
New and expanding structures shall be established and constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures. Existing buildings, structures, and uses established prior to the date of passing of this By-
law continue to be permitted.
Existing buildings and/or structures may be replaced in constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures. The replacement structure shall not be larger than the dimensions of the existing
structure and shall not affect flood control, erosion or any other natural hazard consideration or have
been destroyed as a result of flooding or erosion.
The placing or removal of fill will be subject to the approval of the Maitland Valley Conservation
Authority.
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 22 Natural Environment Zone - Full Protection Zone
(NE1)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
22.1 Permitted Uses
-
agricultural uses as existed on the date of passing of this zoning by-law
-
forestry
-
conservation
-
natural environment
-
passive recreation
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
22.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures existing on the date of the passing of this By-law
-
accessory buildings and structures for the maintenance of the permitted uses as well as trails
and footpaths, such as stiles, stairways, bridges and benches subject to the approval of the
Maitland Valley Conservation Authority
-
buildings and structures necessary for flood and/or erosion control prevention subject to the
approval of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority
22.3
Zone Provisions
Existing Buildings and Structures
-
The minimum front, rear, side yards, existing on the date of passing of this By-law shall
constitute the minimum
-
The maximum lot coverage and height of buildings and structures existing on the date of
passing of this By-law shall constitute the maximum requirements.
New and Expanding Buildings and Structures
-
The minimum front, rear and side yards of new and expanding buildings and structures will be
established and constructed in accordance with the requirements of the relevant approval
authority and required studies. The Conservation Authority may recommend that the
Township require an Environmental Impact Study be completed.
-
New buildings and structures are subject to Site Plan Control.
22.4
Special Provisions
22.4.1 The Placement or Removal of Fill
The placement or removal of fill or the alteration of water courses is permitted only for the
maintenance of the permitted uses and in accordance with the applicable regulations of the Maitland
Valley Conservation Authority
22.4.2 Clearing of Areas
Clearing of areas is prohibited except as permitted in accordance with the County of Huron Forestry
Conservation By-law No. 10-2006 or amendments thereto.
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
22.4.3 Drainage
Drainage is prohibited, other than for a direct agricultural drainage outlet, drainage required for
permitted structures, and drains constructed in accordance with the Drainage Act and the Tile
Drainage Act, as amended from time to time.
22.5
Special Zones
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 23 Natural Environment Zone (NE2)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
23.1
Permitted Uses
-
all NE1 permitted uses
-
dwelling unit in existence at the date of passage of this By-law subject to the provisions of the
AG4 zone and the re-establishment of a dwelling unit in existence at the date of passage
-
passive recreation
-
a park, public
-
maple syrup production
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
23.2
Accessory Uses to an Existing Residence
-
home industrial use
-
home occupation use
23.3
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures existing on the date of the passing of this By-law
-
buildings and structures accessory to an existing residence may be subject to the consent of
the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses including trails and footpaths, such
as stiles, stairways, bridges and benches may be subject to the consent of the Maitland
Valley Conservation Authority
-
buildings and structures necessary for flood and/or erosion control prevention may be subject
to the consent of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority
-
a class 1 sewage disposal facility as approved by the appropriate authority
-
a maple syrup evaporating facility
23.4
Zone Provisions
Existing Buildings and Structures
-
The minimum front, rear, side yards, existing on the date of passing of this By-law shall
constitute the minimum
-
The maximum lot coverage and height of buildings and structures existing on the date of
passing of this By-law shall constitute the maximum requirements.
New and Expanding Buildings and Structures
-
The minimum front, rear and side yards of new and expanding buildings and structures will be
established and constructed in accordance with the requirements of the relevant approval
authority and required studies. The Conservation Authority may recommend that the
Township require an Environmental Impact Study be completed.
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
23.5
Special Provisions
23.5.1 The Placement or Removal of Fill
The placement or removal of fill or the alteration of water courses for the permitted uses and
structures of the Natural Environment-Limited Protection (NE2) zone is permitted in accordance with
the Natural Environment-Limited Protection policies of the Township of North Huron Official Plan, as
amended, and the applicable regulations of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, or the
appropriate authority.
23.5.2
Clearing of Areas
Clearing of areas is prohibited except as permitted in accordance with the County of Huron Forestry
Conservation By-law No. 10-2006 or amendments thereto
23.5.3 Drainage
Drainage is prohibited, other than for direct agricultural drainage outlet, drainage required for
permitted structures, and drains constructed in accordance with the Drainage Act and the Tile
Drainage Act.
23.6
Special Zones
23.6.1 NE2-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 23 to the contrary, the area zoned NE2-1 shall permit one
single family residential unit. The minimum lot area shall be 16 hectares and shall include those
portions of the subject property zoned NE2 (Natural Environment Zone) and AG1 (General
Agriculture). Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.32 to the contrary, no building or structure
shall be erected closer than 16.4 meters from top-of-bank of the Maitland River. (By-law 17-1996)
23.6.2 NE2-2
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of 23.1 and 23.3 to the contrary, a "single detached dwelling"
may be permitted on lands zoned NE2-2 provided that the approval of the Maitland Valley
Conservation Authority is obtained in the form of a development permit and that a permit for a
suitable septic system has been provided by the appropriate authority (which is the Huron County
Health Unit at the time this by-law is passed). No basement for the dwelling shall be permitted.
(Amended by By-law 22-2014)
23.6.3 NE2-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 23.1 to the contrary, the area zoned NE2-3 may include
an existing public campground.
23.6.4 NE2-4
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 23.1 to the contrary, the area zoned NE2-4 may include
existing tanks for the purpose of a fish hatchery and fish production. Notwithstanding the provisions
of Sections 23.1, 23.3, and 23.4 to the contrary, a single detached dwelling may be permitted on
lands zoned NE2-4.
23.6.5 NE2-5
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 23.1, 23.2, and 23.3 to the contrary, the area zoned NE2-
5 is permitted to be used for a 223 square metre bank barn and barn yard. The area of the NE2-5
zone is to be fenced in order to protect the adjacent natural environment areas from disturbance by
livestock. (As amended by By-law No. 60-2020)
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
23.6.6 NE2-6
Notwithstanding provisions to the contrary, a trout farm is a permitted use on the area zoned NE2-6.
(As amended by By-law No. 71-2023).
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 24 Natural Environment - Development Permitted
Zone (NE3)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
24.1
Permitted Uses
-
all NE2 permitted uses
-
home occupation use
-
one single detached dwelling
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
24.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures existing on the date of the passing of this By-law
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
-
buildings and structures permitted in the NE2 Zone
24.3
Zone Provisions
The Agricultural Small Holding AG4 Zone Provisions shall apply.
Existing Buildings and Structures
-
The minimum front, rear, side yards, existing on the date of passing of this By-law shall
constitute the minimum requirements
-
The maximum lot coverage and height of buildings and structures existing on the date of
passing of this By-law shall constitute the maximum requirements.
New and Expanding Buildings and Structures
-
The minimum front, rear and side yards of new and expanding buildings and structures will be
established and constructed in accordance with the requirements of the relevant approval
authority and required studies. The Conservation Authority may recommend that the Township
require an Environmental Impact Study be completed.
24.4
Residential Separation Distance
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, no residential, institutional,
commercial, industrial or recreational building or structure, located on a separate lot shall be
established unless it complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae.
24.5
Special Provisions
24.5.1 Permitted Structures Establishment
Permitted structures and uses shall only be established in accordance with the applicable
regulations of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority
24.5.2 Clearing of Areas
Clearing of areas is prohibited except as permitted in accordance with the County of Huron Forestry
Conservation By-law No. 10-2006 or amendments thereto
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Page 8
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
24.5.3 Drainage
Drainage is prohibited, other than for direct agricultural drainage outlet, drainage required for
permitted structures, and drains constructed in accordance with the Drainage Act and the Tile
Drainage Act.
24.6
Special Zones
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 9
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 25 Urban Natural Environment and Open Space Zone
(OS)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
25.1
Permitted Uses
-
conservation
-
forestry use
-
park, public
-
park, private
-
passive recreation
-
lawn bowling club
-
tennis court
-
sports field
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
25.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures existing on the date of the passing of this By-law
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses subject to the consent of the
Maitland Valley Conservation Authority or the appropriate authority
-
buildings and structures necessary for flood and/or erosion control prevention subject to the
consent of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority or appropriate authority
-
a class 1 sewage disposal facility as per the Ontario Building Code
25.3
Zone Provisions
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-no minimum
LOT AREA (minimum)-no minimum
LOT DEPTH (minimum)-no minimum
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-20%
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum)-6 metres from a Municipal Road or10 metres from a
County Highway
REAR YARD DEPTH (minimum)-8 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-7.5 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-6 metres from a Municipal Road or 10 metres
from a County Highway
HEIGHT OF BUILDING (maximum)-11 metres
25.3.1 Parking, Accessory Buildings, Planting Strips, Etc.
In accordance with the General Provisions Section.
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Page 10
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
25.4
Special Zones
25.4.1 OS-1
Notwithstanding and in addition to the provisions of Section 25 to the contrary, the area zoned as
OS-1 may be used for an existing residence and accessory uses. The right to reconstruct these
structures to a similar proportion if destroyed is recognized. Any alteration of an existing building
must be in accordance with the fill and construction regulations through approval of the Maitland
Valley Conservation Authority.
25.4.2 OS-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 25 to the contrary, the area zoned OS1-2 includes as a
permitted use, an existing commercial structure and accessory buildings to the existing commercial
use. The right to reconstruct these structures to a similar proportion if destroyed is recognized. Any
alteration of an existing building must be in accordance with the fill and construction regulations
through approval of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority.
25.4.3 OS-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 25, to the contrary, the OS-3 zone recognizes a
campground as it existed on the date of passing of this Zoning By-law.
25.4.4 OS-4
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 25 to the contrary, the lands zoned OS-4, on Part of Gore
Lot may be used for an existing single family residence and established accessory bed & breakfast
operation.
25.4.5 OS-X
25.4.5.1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 25.1 to the contrary, the following additional uses shall be
permitted on lands zoned OS-X:
- Stormwater Management Facilities
- Public Uses
- Public Utilities
- Trails
25.4.5.2
The provisions of Section 25.3 shall not apply to Stormwater Management Facilities on lands zoned
OS-X."
25.4.5.3
Hazard lands may be zoned OS1-x. All hazards are subject to Section 3.12 (Hazard Land
Requirements) of this Bylaw. (Amended by By-law 63-2014)
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Page 11
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 26 Residential Low Density Zone (R1)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
26.1
Permitted Uses
-
single detached dwelling
-
semi-detached dwelling with full services
-
duplex dwelling with full services
-
triplex dwelling with full services subject to Section 27
-
quadraplex dwelling with full services dwelling subject to Section 27
-
dwelling with supports with full services
-
converted dwelling with full services
-
rowhouse dwelling with full services (maximum of 3 units)
26.2
Accessory Uses
-
bed and breakfast in a single detached or semi-detached dwelling with full services
-
home occupation
-
Additional Residential Unit(s) subject to Section 26.9
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
26.3
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
-
mobile home for purposes of Additional Residential Unit
26.4
Zone Provisions for Single Detached Dwelling, Converted
Dwelling
Full Services
(Public Water and
Public Sewer)
Partial Services
(Public Water and
Private Septic)
Private Services
(Private Water and
Private Septic)
Interior Lot Area
(minimum)
450 square metres
2,000 square metres
2,000 square metres
Corner Lot Area
(minimum)
540 square metres
Interior lot frontage
(minimum)
15 metres
23 metres
23 metres
Corner Lot Frontage
(minimum)
18 metres
23 metres
23 metres
Lot Depth (minimum N/A
46 metres
46 metres
Front Yard Depth
(minimum)
6 metres from a
Municipal Road or
10 metres from
County Highway
6 metres from a
Municipal Road or 10
metres from County
Highway
6 metres from a Municipal
Road or 10 metres from
County Highway
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Full Services
(Public Water and
Public Sewer)
Partial Services
(Public Water and
Private Septic)
Private Services
(Private Water and
Private Septic)
Interior Side Yard
Depth (minimum)
1.5 metres*
*Provided that the
minimum distance to
any abutting
residence (including
attached garages) is
a minimum of 3
metres
1.5 metres on one side
and
3 metres on the other side*
OR
1.5 metres where the lot
is a corner lot;
OR
1.5 metres on both sides wh
there is a garage or carp
attached to the main buildin
*Provided that the minimum
distance to any abutting
residence (including
attached garages) is a
minimum of 3 metres
1.5 metres on one side
and
3 metres on the other side*;
OR
1.5 metres where the lot
is a corner lot;
OR
1.5 metres on both sides
when there is a garage
carport attached to the m
building*;
*Provided that the minimum
distance to any abutting
residence (including
attached garages) is a
minimum of 3 metres
Exterior Side Yard
(minimum)
6 metres from a
Municipal Road or
10 metres from
County Highway
6 metres from a
Municipal Road or 10
metres from County
Highway
6 metres from a Municipal
Road or 10 metres from
County Highway
Rear Yard Depth
(minimum)
8 metres
8 metres
8 metres
Lot Coverage
(maximum)
Where lot frontage
is 15 m or less,
maximum lot
coverage is: 40%
Where lot frontage
is greater than 15
metres, lot
coverage is 35%
35 %
35 %
Landscaped Open
Space (minimum)
30 %
30 %
30 %
Main Building
Height (maximum)
11 metres
11 metres
11 metres
26.5
Semi-Detached And Duplex Dwellings Zone Provisions (Full
Service Areas)
Semi-Detached
Duplex
Interior Lot Area (minimum)
270 square metres per unit
540 square metres
Corner Lot Area (minimum)
360 square metres per unit
720 square metres
Interior Lot frontage
(minimum)
10 metres per unit
18 metres
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Page 13
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Semi-Detached
Duplex
Corner Lot Frontage
(minimum)
12 metres per unit
19.5 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road
or County Highway
6 metres from a Municipal Road
or County Highway
Interior Side Yard Depth
(minimum)
Attached side
1.5 metres
1.5 metres
Exterior Side Yard
(minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road
or County Highway
6 metres from a Municipal
Road or County Highway
Rear Yard Depth (minimum) 8 metres
8 metres
Lot Coverage (maximum)
40 %
40 %
Landscaped Open Space
(minimum)
30%
30%
Main Building Height
(maximum)
11 metres
11 metres
26.6
Title Separation of Semi-Detached Dwellings
Semi-detached dwellings may be separated to give distinct ownership to each dwelling unit by lot
lines in line with the party wall, providing both units continue to comply with the requirements of this
By-law except that the side yard along the party wall shall be 0 metres. Each unit must have a
minimum of 10 metres frontage for interior lots and a minimum of 12 metres frontage for corner lots
on a street and the required parking on the parcel containing the unit.
26.7
Parking Regulations
Refer to GENERAL PROVISIONS Section 3.26.
26.8
Accessory Buildings and Structures Regulations
Refer to GENERAL PROVISIONS Section 3.3.
26.9
Additional Residential Units (ARU)
26.9.1 Additional Residential Units on Full Services (Public Water and Public
Sewer)
The following provisions apply:
26.9.1.1. A maximum of two (2) additional residential units shall be permitted per fully serviced
lot with the ARUs either being located:
- Both within or attached to the main dwelling or
- One (1) within or attached to the main dwelling and one (1) within a detached accessory
structure.
- A maximum of one (1) ARU is permitted in a single, detached accessory building.
26.9.1.2. One (1) on-site parking space shall be required per ARU in addition to standard
residential parking space requirements of this By-law.
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
26.9.1.3. Where a single detached dwelling unit, semi-detached dwelling unit, or rowhouse
dwelling unit contains an additional residential unit, a home occupation is permitted in the
additional residential unit.
26.9.1.4. Where an additional residential unit is contained within an accessory building,
notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, the following applies:
- Must be located in the rear or interior side yard;
- Rear Yard (minimum): 3 metres
- Interior Side Yard (minimum): 3 metres
- Building Height (maximum): 6 metres
- Building size (maximum): no greater than 75% of the gross area of the main floor of the
dwelling including attached garages provided the total buildings do not exceed the
maximum lot coverage.
26.9.2 Additional Residential Units on Partial or Private Services
The following provisions apply:
26.9.2.1. Where the property is 2 acres in size or larger, a single ARU is permitted either within
the main dwelling or in an accessory building provided:
- It utilizes the same laneway as the main dwelling
- One (1) on-site parking space shall be required per ARU in addition to standard
residential parking space requirements of this By-law
Where a property is less than 2 acres, an ARU may be permitted subject to re-zoning with a
supportive hydrogeological nitrate study, completed in accordance with Provincial Guideline D-
5-4 and the County Terms of Reference for Nitrate Studies.
26.9.2.2. Where an additional residential unit is contained within an accessory building,
notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, the following applies:
- Must be located in the rear or interior side yard;
- Rear Yard (minimum): 3 metres
- Interior Side Yard (minimum): 3 metres
- Building Height (maximum): 6 metres
- Building size (maximum): no greater than 75% of the gross area of the main floor of
the dwelling including attached garages provided the total buildings do not exceed the
maximum lot coverage.
26.10 Special Zones
R1-FW
The following provisions apply to lands zoned "R1-FW". These lands are located in the floodway.
This zone does not include lands located in the flood fringe (FF) as this is applied as an overlay.
New and expanding structures shall be established and constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures.
Existing buildings, structures, and uses established prior to the date of passing of this By-law
continue to be permitted.
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Page 15
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Existing buildings and/or structures may be replaced in constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures. The replacement structure shall not be larger than the dimensions of the existing
structure and shall not affect flood control, erosion or any other natural hazard consideration or have
been destroyed as a result of flooding or erosion.
New residential units, including additional residential units, shall not be permitted.
The placing or removal of fill will be subject to the approval of the Maitland Valley Conservation
Authority.
26.10.1 R1-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 26.4 to the contrary, the lands zoned R1-1 shall have a
minimum lot area of 2550 square metres and a minimum lot frontage of 60 metres. Lots 14 & 15,
R.P. 135, shall be developed as one residential building lot. (By-law 18-1995, East Wawanosh)
26.10.2 R1-2
Notwithstanding Section 26.1 to the contrary, lands zoned R1-2 being lot 154, R.P. 291 may permit
indoor storage of dry materials in the existing building. Such use to be accessory to the commercial
use on lands zoned C1-2, being part of lots 155, 156, 157, 167 and 168, R. P. 291. (By-law 24-2002
& OMB PL020455, East Wawanosh).
26.10.3 R1-3
This Zone has been deleted. (As amended by By-law 71-2023)
26.10.4 R1-4
Notwithstanding and in addition to the provisions of Section 26.1 to the contrary, the area zoned R1-
4 may be used for a personal service shop. (Blyth)
26.10.5 R1-5
Notwithstanding and in addition to the provisions of Section 26.1 to the contrary, the area zoned R1-
5 permits a community facility parking lot. (By-law 26-1992, Blyth).
26.10.6 R1-6
This Zone has been deleted. (As amended by By-law 71-2023)
26.10.7 R1-7
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 26.1., to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-7, a kennel
and/or dog training facility and accessory buildings and structures are permitted in addition to those
uses currently permitted in the R1 zone. All existing buildings and structures are deemed to comply.
(By-law 46-2007, Blyth)
26.10.8 R1-8
This Zone has been deleted. (As amended by By-law 71-2023)
26.10.9 R1-9
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 26.6 to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-9, the west
interior side yard setback (min.) shall be 2 metres and the east interior side yard setback (min.) shall
be 1.3 metres. The lot frontage is deemed to comply with the minimum lot frontage requirements of
Section 26. All other provisions of this by-law continue to apply.
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
26.10.10
R1-10
This Zone has been deleted. (As amended by By-law 71-2023)
26.10.11
R1-11
This Zone has been deleted. (As amended by By-law 71-2023)
26.10.12
R1-12
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.2.3, to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-12, the
maximum height for an accessory building shall be 4.8 metres. All other provisions of this by-law
shall apply.
26.10.13
R1-13
This Zone has been deleted. (As amended by By-law 71-2023)
26.10.14
R1-14
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on lands zoned R1-14, the minimum rear yard shall
be 6.0 metres. All other provisions of By-law 82-1008 continue to apply. (Amended by By-law 53-
2021).
26.10.15
R1-15-H
In the areas zoned R1-15-h, R1 uses are permitted subject to the provisions of Section 26 upon the
removal of the holding symbol. The holding symbol shall not be removed until an application for a
Plan of Subdivision or Plan of Condominium receives draft approval, sufficient servicing is available,
and the required technical materials and studies at the time of application are received regarding
land use compatibility with existing industrial operations. (By-law No. 70-2023)
26.10.16
R1-16
Notwithstanding the provision to contrary, the following is permitted for single detached
dwellings:
- Minimum lot frontage (corner lot) of 16. 0 metres
- Minimum lot frontage (interior lot) of 14. 2 metres
- Minimum exterior side yard setback of 3. 0 metres, and the minimum exterior side yard
setback of 6. 0 metres to an attached garage measured from the overhead garage door.
- Minimum rear yard setback of 7. 0 metres
- Maximum lot coverage of 45%
(Amended by By-law 57-2024)
26.10.17
R1 (-H)-X
The following uses shall be permitted in the R1(-H)-X Zone:
-
A single detached dwelling
-
A semi-detached dwelling
-
A duplex dwelling
-
A group home in a single detached dwelling
-
A quadruplex
-
A tri-plex
-
A rowhouse dwelling (maximum of 4 units)
The following accessory uses shall be permitted in the R1(-H)-X Zone:
-
A home occupation
-
A bed and breakfast in a single detached or semi-detached dwelling
-
Uses accessory to the permitted uses
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
The following permitted structures shall be permitted in the R1(-H)-X Zone:
-
Buildings and structure for the permitted uses
-
Buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses
26.10.17.1 All permitted uses within the R1(-H)-X Zone shall be developed on full municipal
services.
26.10.17.2 No person shall within the R1(-H)-X Zone use any lot, erect or use any building or
structure for any purpose except in accordance with Schedule "B" - Wingham Creek
Zoning Performance Table, as applicable.
26.10.17.3
Zone Provisions for R1(-H)-X
Zone Permitted
Uses
Lot Requirements
MIN. LOT AREA
INTERIOR LOT
(square metres)
MIN.
LOT
AREA
EXTERIOR LOT
(square
metres)
MIN LOT
FRONTAGE
INTERIOR
LOT (metres)
MIN LOT
FRONTAGE
EXTERIOR
LOT (metres)
MIN.
LOT
DEPT
H
(metre
s)
R1-X Single-
Detached
Dwelling
364
453
12.2
15
30(i)
Semi-
Detached
Dwelling
300
360
10
12
30
Duplex
Dwelling
300
360
12.2
15
30
Tri-plex
640
760
20
24
30
Quadruplex
720
600
20
24
30
Rowhouse
dwelling
200 per unit
300 per unit
7 per unit
10 per unit
30
Minimum Yards (M)
Zone Permitted
Uses
FRONT (TO
DWELLING)
(metres)
FRONT (TO
GARAGE)
(metres)
SIDE
(INTERIOR)
(metres)
SIDE
(EXTERIOR)
(metres)
REAR
(metres)
R1-X Single-
Detached
Dwelling
4.5
6
1.2
3 (ii)
7
Semi-
Detached
Dwelling
4.5
6
1.2
3 (ii)
7
Duplex
Dwelling
4.5
6
1.2
3 (ii)
7
Tri-plex
4.5
6
3on one side 3 (ii)
7
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Zone Permitted
Uses
FRONT (TO
DWELLING)
(metres)
FRONT (TO
GARAGE)
(metres)
SIDE
(INTERIOR)
(metres)
SIDE
(EXTERIOR)
(metres)
REAR
(metres)
0 on
attached
side
Quadruplex
4.5
6
3on one side
0 on
attached
side
3 (ii)
7
Rowhouse
dwelling
4.5
6
3on one side
0 on
attached
side
3 (ii)
7
Zone Permitted
Uses
MAX HEIGHT (M) MAX. LOT
COVERAGE
(M)
#OF UNITS
PER
DWELLING
(MAX)
MIN.
LANDSCAPED
OPEN SPACE
(%)
R1-X Single-
Detached
Dwelling
11
35
-
30
Semi-
Detached
Dwelling
11
40
-
30
Duplex
Dwelling
11
40
-
30
Tri-plex
11
40
-
30
Quadruplex
11
40
-
30
Rowhouse
dwelling
11
40
4
30
(i) Minimum lot depth shall be 28 metres
(ii) Minimum exterior side yard setback of 6 metres to garage door
(Amended by By-law 62-2014)
26.10.18
R1-17
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned R1-17 the following is permitted:
- Minimum lot area (corner lot) of 507 square metres
- Minimum lot depth of 22.5 metres
26.10.19
R1-18
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned R1-18 the following is permitted:
- Minimum rear yard depth of 7.6 metres
- Minimum lot depth of 22.5 metres
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 19
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
(Amended by By-law 41-2024)
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 20
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Section 27 Residential Medium Density Zone (R2)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
27.1
Permitted Uses
-
Uses permitted in the R1 zone, subject to the provisions of Section 26 and 27
-
rowhouse dwelling
-
multiple unit dwelling
-
retirement home
-
dwelling with supports
27.2
Accessory Uses
-
bed and breakfast in a single detached or semi-detached dwelling
-
boarding, lodging or rooming house containing not more than 4 additional bedrooms for that
use
-
home occupation
-
Additional Residential Unit(s)
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
27.3
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
-
mobile home for purposes of Additional Residential Unit
27.4
Single Detached Residence - Zone Provisions
The Residential Low Density (R1) ZONE PROVISIONS FOR SINGLE DETACHED DWELLINGS
apply.
27.5
Semi Detached and Duplex Residences - Zone Provisions (Full
Service Areas)
The Residential Low Density (R1) ZONE PROVISIONS FOR SEMI DETACHED AND DUPLEX
DWELLINGS apply.
27.6
Triplex And Quadruplex - Zone Provisions (Full Service Areas)
Triplex
Quadruplex
Interior Lot Area (minimum)
810 square metres
940 square metres
Corner Lot Area (minimum)
1,080 square metres
1,260 square metres
Lot frontage (minimum)
20 metres
20 metres
Front yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal
Road or 10 metres from a
County
6 metres from a Municipal
Road or 10 metres from a
County
Interior side yard (minimum)
1.5 metres
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 21
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Triplex
Quadruplex
Attached side
0 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal
Road or 10 metres from a
County Highway
6 metres from a Municipal
Road or 10 metres from a
County Highway
Rear yard (minimum)
8 metres
8 metres
Lot coverage (maximum)
40 %
40 %
Landscaped open space
(minimum)
30 %
30 %
Main Building Height
(maximum)
11 metres
11 metres
27.7
Boarding, Lodging or Rooming House Provisions (Full Service
Areas)
A single detached, a semi-detached or a duplex dwelling, on full services, may be converted to a
boarding, lodging or rooming house provided that:
Parking spaces per room for rent (minimum) - 1 space
in addition to the parking spaces required for the dwelling
-
such dwelling is certified by the Building Inspector and Fire Chief to be suitable for such use
-
such dwelling maintains an external residential appearance and character
-
any additional exterior stairways provided for such converted units, leading to a full floor
above the first storey shall not be located in the front yard
-
all other requirements of this By-law are complied with
27.8
Conversions Of Existing Dwellings (Full Service Areas)
Any single detached dwelling lawfully existing on the date of passing of this By-law may be altered
to a converted dwelling, provided:
-
such dwelling is certified by the Building Inspector and Fire Chief to be suitable for such
alteration
-
the external residential appearance and character of the dwelling is preserved
-
any additional exterior stairways provided for such dwelling units, leading to a full floor above
the first storey shall not be located in the front yard
27.9
Rowhouse Dwelling - Zone Provisions (Full Service Areas)
Lot frontage for each dwelling unit (minimum)
For a unit with 2 walls attached to adjoining units
For a unit with only 1 wall attached to an adjoining unit
For a unit on a corner lot
7 metres
10 metres
13 metres
Lot Area for each dwelling unit (minimum)
Minimum for a unit with 2 walls attached to adjoining units
For a unit with only 1 wall attached to an adjoining unit
For a unit on a corner lot
190 square metres per unit
304 square metres per unit
418 square metres per unit
Lot coverage (maximum)
45%
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Front yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road or
10 metres from County Highway
Rear yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Interior side yard for end dwelling units (minimum)
Attached side
1.5 metres
0 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road or 10
metres from County Highway
Landscaped open space (minimum)
30 %
Main building height (maximum)
11 metres
Privacy Yards
Each dwelling unit in a multiple attached dwelling shall be provided with a privacy yard clear of any
walkway, building, communal amenity areas, or parking provided adjacent to each dwelling unit for
the use of the occupants of the dwelling unit as follows:
-
the privacy yard shall extend the entire width of the dwelling unit
-
the minimum privacy yard depth shall be 6 metres from any exterior wall containing a habitable
room window and 3 metres in front of a blank wall
-
within the privacy yard there shall not be a public pedestrian walkway.
27.10 Multiple Unit Dwelling Zone Provisions (Full Service Areas)
Lot frontage (minimum)
20 metres
Lot Area (minimum)
730 square metres
Lot coverage (maximum)
45%
Front yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road or
10 metres from County Highway
Rear yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
3 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road or
10 metres from County Highway
Landscaped open space (minimum)
30%
Main Building Height (maximum)
3 storeys
A triplex, fourplex, rowhouse and/or multiple unit dwelling which is further subdivided in accordance
with Section 50 or 51 of the Planning Act is deemed to comply with provisions of Section 27.
Outdoor Common Amenity Area
A communal amenity area of no less than 100 square metres with a square or rectangular
orientation shall be provided.
27.11 Parking Regulations
Parking shall be provided in accordance with the General Provisions Section 3.26 Parking
Regulations.
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
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Date Passed: December 1, 2008
27.12 Special Zones
R2-FW
The following provisions apply to lands zoned "R2-FW". These lands are located in the floodway.
This zone does not include lands located in the flood fringe (FF) as this is applied as an overlay.
New and expanding structures shall be established and constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures.
Existing buildings, structures, and uses established prior to the date of passing of this By-law
continue to be permitted.
Existing buildings and/or structures may be replaced in constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures. The replacement structure shall not be larger than the dimensions of the existing
structure and shall not affect flood control, erosion or any other natural hazard consideration or have
been destroyed as a result of flooding or erosion.
New residential units, including additional residential units, shall not be permitted.
The placing or removal of fill will be subject to the approval of the Maitland Valley Conservation
Authority.
27.12.1 R2-1
This Zone has been deleted. (As amended by By-law 71-2023)
27.12.2 R2-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.1 to the contrary, the area zoned R2-2 may also be
used for a funeral home subject to the provisions of section 27.6.
Further, notwithstanding the maximum lot coverage provision of Section 27.6, on lands zoned R2-2,
the maximum lot coverage shall not exceed 44%. Notwithstanding the exterior side yard setback
requirements, on lands zoned R2-3, the minimum exterior side yard setback shall not be less than 3
metres. Parking, as provided on an adjacent property zoned R2-3, shall constitute the required
parking in accordance with Section 3 of this By-law. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3, not
more than two main buildings shall be permitted on lands zoned R2-2. All other provisions of this
By-law continue to apply. (By-law 29-2005, Wingham).
27.12.3 R2-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.2 to the contrary, lands zoned R2-3, may only be used
as a parking area accessory to the existing use of the neighbouring R2-2 zone. No minimum
setback for the parking area shall be required from the property line. All other provisions of this By-
law continue to apply. (By-law 29-2005, Wingham).
27.12.4 R2-4
27.12.4.1.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.1 to the contrary, the lands zoned R2-4 may contain an
existing single family residence and existing accessory commercial buildings. The commercial
buildings are used for the growing and sale of flowers, spring bedding plants and accessory uses.
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 24
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
27.12.4.2.
The existing commercial buildings may be altered, repaired, or renovated in accordance with the
provisions of Section 3.2 and the following.
27.12.4.3.
A new roof may be erected over the existing buildings and a new support wall maybe built
immediately adjacent to the existing south side wall to support the roof.
27.12.4.4.
The area at the southwest corner of the existing commercial buildings may also be covered by a roof
and enclosed, provided the enclosure does not extend beyond the established front of the
commercial building (part of building located furthest west on property) or further into the south side
yard than the new support wall for the new roof.
27.12.4.5.
All other applicable provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 2219-1993, Wingham).
27.12.5 R2-5
Notwithstanding the provision to contrary, the following is permitted for rowhouse dwellings:
- Minimum lot area (unit on corner lot) of 360 square metres
- Minimum lot frontage (unit on corner lot) of 12. 0 metres
- Minimum lot area (unit with only 1 wall attached to an adjoining unit on an interior lot) of 297
square metres
- Maximum lot coverage of 45%
- Minimum rear yard setback of 7. 0 metres
(Amended by By-law 57-2024)
27.12.5.1.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.1 to the contrary; lands zoned R2-5 shall permit a
maximum of two separate buildings containing dwelling units with the maximum number of dwelling
units on the site not to exceed three. The permitted dwelling units shall include: a single family
dwelling in the front building; and a converted dwelling containing 2 dwelling units to the rear of the
single family dwelling. The dwelling units within the converted dwelling shall include two (2) two
bedroom units.
27.12.5.2.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.19 of this By-law to the contrary, lands zoned R2-5 shall
permit a maximum of two main buildings. Notwithstanding the provisions of 26.8 to the contrary, the
established yards and setbacks created by the location of the existing main buildings shall be
recognized as follows:
Converted Dwelling
Setbacks (Minimum requirements)
Front yard
29.0m
South side yard
1.0m
North side yard
13.7m
Rear yard
0.0m
Single Detached Dwelling
Setbacks (minimum requirements)
Front yard
7.0m
South side yard
1.5m
North side yard
5.7m
Rear yard
28.0m
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 25
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
27.12.5.3.
Notwithstanding Section 3.28 (Planting Strip Requirements) and 3.26 (Parking) to the contrary,
existing fencing along the south lot line and the existing parking location to the rear of the single
family dwelling, as existing on the date of passage of this by-law, shall be deemed to comply and
shall be established as the minimum requirements for the subject property.
27.12.5.4.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.2, one existing accessory building with dimensions not
exceeding 3.7m x 3.7m shall be permitted behind the single family dwelling.
27.12.5.5
Section 27.8 shall apply except as amended above, including a minimum amount of amenity area
equal to 177 square metres. All other relevant provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law
13-2002, Wingham).
27.12.6 R2-6
The Special Zone R2-6 is not applicable to lands within the Township of North Huron
27.12.7 R2-7
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.5 to the contrary, on the lands zoned R2-7, the front lot
line shall be along Centre St., the minimum lot size for the interior lot shall be 229 sq. metres and
the corner lot shall be 283 sq. metres, the lot depth shall be 17.9 metres, the front yard setback shall
be 3.5 metres for the garage, the rear yard setback shall be 1.5 metres and the maximum lot
coverage shall be 42%. All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 41-2006,
Wingham).
27.12.8 R2-8
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27 to the contrary, on the lands zoned R2-8, a multiple
attached dwelling containing a maximum of 4 dwelling units shall be permitted subject to the
following:
Lot Frontage (Min.)
7 metres
Lot Area (Min.)
300 sq. metres
Lot Depth (Min.)
35 metres
Lot Coverage (Min.)
45%
Front Yard (Min.)
8 metres
Interior Side Yard (Min.)
3 metres
Unattached side (Min.)
3 metres
Attached side (Min.)
0 metres
Landscaped Open Space (Min.)
30%
Building Height (Max.)
9 metres
Gross Floor Area (Min.)
90 sq. metres
Parking (Min.)
1 space per unit and may be located in the fron
yard
Accessory Buildings, Planting Strips, etc. in accordance with Section 3
All other permitted R2 uses shall continue to be subject to the zone provisions of Section 27. The -
H (Holding Zone) will be lifted when a development agreement is signed to the satisfaction of the
Township of North Huron.
All other provisions of this By-law continue to apply. (By-law 51-2007, Wingham)
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 26
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
27.12.9 R2-9
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.5. to the contrary, on the lands zoned R2-9, the west
interior side yard setback (min.) shall be 2 metres and the east interior side yard setback (min.) shall
be 1.3 metres. The lot frontage is deemed to comply with the minimum lot frontage requirements of
Section 26. All other provisions of this by-law continue to apply. (By-law 07-2008, Wingham)
27.12.10 R2-10
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.4, to the contrary, on the lands zoned R2-10, the
exterior side yard setback shall be a minimum of 1.8 metres for an attached garage.
27.12.11 R2-11
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.2, to the contrary, on the lands zoned R2-11, accessory
buildings shall be permitted in the front yard with a maximum height of 5 metres
27.12.12 R2-12
Notwithstanding the definition of Lot Line, Front, the front lot line shall be deemed to be the lot line
abutting Elm Street. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.10 to the contrary, on the lands
zoned R2-12, the minimum lot depth shall be 28 metres, the lot coverage maximum for the interior
unit shall be 50%, and the rear yard setback shall be 8 metres. All other provisions of By-law 82-
2008 continue to apply. (Amended by By-law 18-2009)
27.12.13 R2-13
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.10 to the contrary, on the lands zoned R2-13, the
minimum lot depth shall be 36 metres, the lot coverage maximum for the interior unit shall be 45%
and the maximum number of dwelling units in a multiple attached dwelling shall be 3. All other
provisions of By-law 82-2008 continue to apply. (Amended by By-law 65-2009)
27.12.14 R2-14
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.10 to the contrary, on the lands zoned R2-14, the north
interior side yard setback (min.) shall be a minimum of 1.5 metres and the south interior side yard
setback (min.) shall be a minimum of 1.5 metres. The existing lot depth of 37.82 metres is deemed
to comply with the By-law. All other provisions of By-law 82-2008 continue to apply. (Amended by
By-law 46-2010)
27.12.15 R2-15
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27, to the contrary, on lands zoned R2-15 the interior side
yard setback (min) shall be 1.91 metres, and the rear yard setback (min) shall be 5.5 metres. Six
parking spaces shall be permitted in the front yard. All other provisions of By-law 82-2008 continue
to apply. (Amended by By-law 49-2011)
27.12.16 R2(-H)-X
The following uses shall be permitted in the R2(-H)-X Zone:
-
A single detached dwelling
-
A duplex dwelling a group home in a single detached dwelling
-
A semi-detached dwelling
-
A quadruplex
-
A triplex
-
rowhouse dwelling (maximum of 6 units)
-
multiple unit dwelling
-
Home for the aged
-
Nursing home
-
Retirement home
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 27
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
The following accessory uses shall be permitted in the R2(-H)-X Zone:
-
A home occupation
-
A bed and breakfast in a single detached or semi-detached dwelling
-
Uses accessory to the permitted uses
-
Dwelling converted containing not more than 4 additional dwelling units
The following permitted structures shall be permitted in the R2(-H)-X Zone:
-
Buildings and structure for the permitted uses
-
Buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses
27.12.16.1
All permitted uses within the R2(-H)-X Zone shall be developed on full municipal services.
27.12.16.2
No person shall within the R2(-H)-X Zone use any lot, erect or use any building or structure for the
purpose except in accordance with Schedule "B" - Wingham Creek Zoning Performance Table, as
applicable.
27.12.16.3
ZONE PROVISIONS FOR R2(-H)-X
Zone Permitted
Uses
Lot Requirements
MIN. LOT AREA
INTERIOR LOT
(square metres)
MIN.
LOT
AREA
EXTERIOR LOT
(square
metres)
MIN LOT
FRONTAGE
INTERIOR
LOT (metres)
MIN LOT
FRONTAGE
EXTERIOR
LOT (metres)
MIN.
LOT
DEPT
H
(metre
s)
R2-x
Single-Detached
Dwelling
300
453
12.2
15
30(i)
Semi-Detached
Dwelling
300
360
10
12
30
Duplex Dwelling
300
360
12.2
15
30
Tri-plex
640
760
20
24
32
Quadruplex
720
800
20
24
32
rowhouse
dwelling,
multiple unit
dwelling/ home
for the aged
200 per unit
300 per unit
7 per unit
10 per unit
30
nursing home/
retirement
home
700
820
20
26
32
MINIMUM YARDS (M)
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 28
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Zone Permitted
Uses
FRONT (TO
DWELLING)
(metres)
FRONT (TO
GARAGE)
(metres)
SIDE
(INTERIOR)
(metres)
SIDE
(EXTERIOR)
(metres)
REAR
(metes)
R2-x
Single-Detached
Dwelling
4.5
6
1.2
3 (ii)
7
Semi-Detached
Dwelling
4.5
6
1.2
3 (ii)
7
Duplex Dwelling
4.5
6
1.2
3 (ii)
7
Tri-plex
4.5
6
3on one side
0 on
attached
side
3 (ii)
7
Quadruplex
4.5
6
3on one side
0 on
attached
side
3 (ii)
7
rowhouse dwelling 4.5
6
3on one side
0 on
attached
side
3 (ii)
7
multiple unit
dwelling /
home for the aged
nursing home/
retirement home
4.5
6
6
6
7
Zone Permitted
Uses
MAX
HEIGHT
(M)
MAX. LOT
COVERAGE
(M)
#OF UNITS
PER
DWELLING
(MAX)
MIN.
LANDSCAPED
OPEN SPACE
(%)
R2-x
Single-Detached
Dwelling
11
35
-
30
Semi-Detached
Dwelling
11
40
-
30
Duplex Dwelling
11
40
-
30
Tri-plex
11
40
-
30
Quadruplex
11
40
-
30
rowhouse dwelling 11
40
6
30
multiple unit
dwelling /home for
the aged nursing
home/retirement
home
4 storeys
40
-
35
(i) Minimum lot depth shall be 28 metres
(ii) Minimum exterior side yard setback of 6 metres to garage door
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 29
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
(Amended by By-law 62-2014)
27.12.17 R2-17
For the lands zoned R2-17, Queen Street is recognized as the exterior side lot line for a corner lot.
Notwithstanding Section 27.10 to the contrary, the lands zoned R2-17 permit a minimum lot depth of
32 metres.
(As amended by By-law No. 11-2018)
27.12.18 R2-18
Notwithstanding Section 27.10 to the contrary, the lands zoned R2-18 permit a rear yard setback of
5 metres, a minimum lot depth of 24 metres and a maximum lot coverage of 54%. (As amended by
By-law 11-2018)
27.12.19 R2-19
For the lands zoned R2-19, Mill Street is recognized as the front lot line for a corner lot.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 27.10 to the contrary, the lands zoned R2-19 permit a
minimum lot depth of 34 metres. This Special Zone exclusively permits multiple attached dwellings,
up to a maximum of four (4) units. (As amended by By-law 57-2019)
27.12.20 R2-20
For the lands zoned R2-20, this Special Zone exclusively permits multiple attached dwellings, up to
a maximum of four (4) units. (As amended by By-law 57-2019)
27.12.21 R2-21
Notwithstanding their R2 zoning, those lands zoned R2-21 shall be used in accordance with the R2
zone provisions excepting, however, that:
i. The 'minimum lot area' for a multiple attached dwellings building shall be 700 square metres;
ii. The 'minimum lot frontage' for a multiple attached dwellings building shall be 20 metres;
iii. The 'minimum lot depth' for a multiple attached dwellings building shall be 35 metres;
iv. The 'minimum front yard' for a multiple attached dwellings building shall be as existing on the
day of passing of this By-law;
v. The 'minimum rear yard' for a multiple attached dwellings building shall be as existing on the
of the passing of this By-law;
vi. The 'minimum exterior side yard' for a multiple attached dwellings building shall be as existing
on the day of passing of this By-law; and,
vii. The parking requirements for a multiple attached dwellings building shall be 1.0 spaces per
unit. (As amended by By-law 11-2022)
27.12.22 R2-22
Notwithstanding their R2 zoning, those lands zoned R2-22 shall be used in accordance with the R2
zone provisions excepting, however, that:
i.
The 'minimum interior side yard' for a semi-detached dwelling shall be 1.5 metres, except
that the side yard along a common wall shall be 0 metres. (As amended by By-law 11-2022)
27.12.23 R2-23
On lands zoned R2-3, a professional office is a permitted use and shall be conducted entirely within
the primary structure. Parking for the professional office use shall be located in an existing driveway
or to the rear of the main building or in the side yard of the lot and located behind the front of the
main building. Outdoor storage of materials or goods for the professional office use is prohibited.
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27.12.24 R2-24-H
In the areas zoned R2-24-H, R1 and R2 uses are permitted subject to the provisions of Section 27
upon the removal of the holding symbol. The holding symbol shall not be removed until an application
for a Plan of Subdivision, Plan of Condominium or Site Plan Control receives draft approval, sufficient
servicing is available, and the required technical materials and studies at the time of application are
received regarding land use compatibility with existing industrial operations in proximity. (By-law No.
70-2023)
27.12.25 R2-25
Notwithstanding the provision to contrary, the following is permitted for rowhouse dwellings:
- Minimum lot area (unit on corner lot) of 360 square metres
- Minimum lot frontage (unit on corner lot) of 12. 0 metres
- Minimum lot area (unit with only 1 wall attached to an adjoining unit on an interior lot) of 297
square metres
- Maximum lot coverage of 45%
- Minimum rear yard setback of 7.0 metres
(As amended by By-law 57-2024)
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Section 28 Residential High Density Zone (R3)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
28.1
Permitted Uses
-
Rowhouse dwelling subject to Section 27.9
-
Multiple unit dwelling
-
Dwelling with supports
-
retirement home or home for the aged
-
Community facility within multiple unit residential dwelling
-
nursing home
28.2
Accessory Uses
-
One (1) Additional Residential Unit within a detached structure, accessory to a multi-unit
building subject to the provisions of Section 26.9
-
home occupation
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
28.3
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
28.4
Parking And Planting Strip Regulations
Refer to the General Provisions Section --Parking Regulations and Planting Strip Regulations
28.5
Multiple Unit Dwelling - Zoning Provisions (Full Service Areas)
Lot frontage (minimum)
20 metres
Lot area (minimum)
730 square metres
Lot coverage (maximum)
45%
Front yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road
or 10 metres from County Highway
Rear yard (minimum)
10 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road
or 10 metres from County Highway
Landscaped open space (minimum)
35 %
Height of building (maximum)
6 storeys
Outdoor Common Amenity Area
A communal amenity area of no less than 100 square metres with a square or rectangular
orientation shall be provided.
Title Separation of Dwelling Units
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A rowhouse or multiple unit dwelling which is further subdivided in accordance with Section 50 or 51
of the Planning Act is deemed to comply with provisions of Section 20.
28.6
Nursing Home, Retirement Home, And Home for the Aged -
Zone Provisions (Full Service Areas)
Lot frontage (minimum)
20 metres
Lot area (minimum)
For the first 5 units: 550 square metres
and 75 square metres for each unit above 5
Lot coverage (maximum)
40 %
Front yard depth (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road or 10 metres
from County Highway
Rear yard depth (minimum)
10 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
3 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal Road or 10 metres
from County Highway
Landscaped open space (minimum) 30 %
Height of Building (maximum)
6 storeys
28.7
Parking and Planting Strip Regulations
Refer to the General Provisions Section --Parking Regulations and Planting Strip Regulations
28.8
Special Zones
R3-FW
The following provisions apply to lands zoned "R3-FW". These lands are located in the floodway.
This zone does not include lands located in the flood fringe (FF) as this is applied as an overlay.
New and expanding structures shall be established and constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures.
Existing buildings, structures, and uses established prior to the date of passing of this By-law
continue to be permitted.
Existing buildings and/or structures may be replaced in constructed in accordance with the
requirements of the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures. The replacement structure shall not be larger than the dimensions of the existing
structure and shall not affect flood control, erosion or any other natural hazard consideration or have
been destroyed as a result of flooding or erosion.
New residential units, including additional residential units, shall not be permitted.
The placing or removal of fill will be subject to the approval of the Maitland Valley Conservation
Authority.
28.8.1 R3-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 28.4 to the contrary those lands zoned R3-1 shall provide:
- an amenity area of 28 sq. metres per unit;
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- the minimum separation distance between habitable room windows shall be 4.6 metres measures
at right angles to the habitable room window.
The minimum separation distance measured at right angles, from a habitable room window and a
public road allowance or parking area shall be 4.6 metres with the provision that a 3.0 metre
buffered privacy zone is provided
The minimum separation distance measured at right angles, from a habitable room window and a
walkway shall be 3.0 metres.
A buffering strip shall be provided on the lands that abut the commercial zone.
28.8.2 R3-2
Notwithstanding the zone provisions of Section 28.4, on lands zoned R3-2, the following standards
shall apply:
minimum lot frontage-40 metres
minimum lot depth-36 metres
minimum lot area-1180 square metres
minimum front yard setback-4 metres
minimum south interior side yard -3.4 metres
minimum rear yard setback-8 metres
minimum north side yard setback-6 metres
Parking shall be in accordance with Section 3. (Amended by By-law 30-2002).
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 28, to the contrary, on lands zoned R3-2 one apartment
may be permitted within the cellar of the existing building. Notwithstanding Section 3, one dwelling
unit, in its entirety, may be located in the cellar of the existing building. The finished floor level shall
not be below the level of any sanitary or storm sewer servicing for the building or structure in which
the dwelling is located. Proper storm water drainage shall be provided. All other applicable building
code, fire code and servicing requirements shall be satisfied. (By-law 2409-1998, Wingham)
28.8.3 R3-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 28.1 to the contrary, a maximum four (4) four-plex
residential dwellings shall be permitted on lands zoned R3-3. Development shall be permitted in
accordance with the following zone regulations:
Maximum number of buildings per lot-4 buildings
Maximum number of dwelling units per building-4 units
Minimum lot frontage-53.6 metres
Minimum lot depth-43 metres
Minimum lot area-2600 square metres
Minimum front yard depth-7.6 metres
Minimum rear yard depth-4.5 metres
Minimum side yard depth-3 metres
Landscaped open space (Minimum)-35%
Parking and accessory buildings shall be in accordance with Section 3
Planting strip requirements of Section 3.28 shall apply along each side lot line adjacent to any newly
constructed building containing dwelling units. All other applicable provisions of this By-law continue
to apply. (By-law 2461(1999), Wingham)
28.8.4 R3-4
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 28.1 and 28.4 to the contrary, the following special
provisions apply to lands zoned R3-4:
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Lot Frontage for each dwelling unit (min)
unit with 2 walls attached to adjoining units
9 metres
unit with 1 wall attached to adjoining unit
10 metres
for unit on a corner lot
10 metres
Lot area for each dwelling unit (min.)
unit with 2 walls attached to adjoining units
200 square metres
unit with 1 wall attached to adjoining unit
250 square metres
for unit on a corner lot
400 square metres
Lot depth (min.)
26.7 metres
Lot coverage (max)
unit with 2 walls attached to adjoining units
50%
unit with 1 wall attached to adjoining unit
(Amended by By-law 2490-2000)
50%
Front yard (min.)
6 metres
Rear yard (min.)
5.9 metres
Interior side yard
min. for centre unit
0 metres
min. for end dwelling unit
1.2 metres
Exterior side yard
3 metres
Max. number dwelling units per building
3 units
Max. dwelling height
5 metres
Min. floor area per unit
98 square metres
Parking (min.) spaces
1 per dwelling unit
Planting strips in accordance with Section 3.28
One permitted accessory building not exceeding 9.3 metres square. The Privacy Yards and Outdoor
Common Amenity Area requirements shall not apply. All other applicable provisions of this By-law
continue to apply. (By-law 2453(1999), Wingham)
28.8.5 R3-5
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 28, of this By-law to the contrary, on lands zoned R3-5 the
following special provisions shall apply:
Lot Frontage-20 metres
Minimum setback of main building to street allowance-8 metres
Minimum setback of main building to any lot line-5 metres
Minimum setback of parking spaces and aisle to any lot line-1 metre
Maximum number of main buildings-3 buildings
Maximum number of dwelling units-12 units
Minimum number of parking spaces-18 spaces
A minimum space of 15 metres shall be maintained between the front exterior walls of buildings
A minimum space of 5 metres shall be maintained between the end exterior walls of the buildings
Access shall only be permitted to Frances Street
Access to Junction Place road shall be prohibited
Planting strip provisions of Section 3.28 continue to apply
Parking area location provisions and parking area design standards of Section 3 continue to apply
All other provisions continue to apply. (By-law 33-2005, Wingham).
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28.8.6 R3-6
This Zone has been deleted. (As amended by By-law 71-2023)
28.8.7 R3-7
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 28 to the contrary, on the lands zoned R3-7 a maximum of
9 residential dwelling units are permitted within the existing building. Notwithstanding the provisions
of Section 3 one dwelling unit in its entirety, may be located in the basement of the existing building.
All applicable building code, fire code and servicing requirements shall be satisfied. Notwithstanding
the provisions of Section 3.26 a minimum of 12 parking spaces shall be provided with a portion of
the existing spaces along Carling Terrace extending onto the Municipal Road allowance. (By-law
34-2006, Wingham).
28.8.8 R3-8
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, the minimum exterior side yard shall be a 4.0 metres,
the minimum rear yard shall be 8.0 metres and the minimum lot depth shall be 32.3 metres (As
amended by By-law 52-2021)
28.8.9 R3-9
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.26 to the contrary, a minimum of 1.2 parking spaces
shall be provided per dwelling unit, in addition to visitor parking. Notwithstanding the provisions in
subsection 3.32.3 of the by-law, buildings may be located closer than 30 metres from the top-of-
bank of the watercourse, on the lands zoned R3-9. The setbacks for buildings and structures
located closer than 30 metres from the top-of-bank will be established and addressed through the
site plan control process (As amended by By-law 12-2022)
28.8.10 R3-10
Notwithstanding provisions to the contrary, on lands zoned R3-10, the rear yard shall be a
minimum of 8 metres and an outdoor common amenity area is not required. The minimum parking
requirement shall be 0.25 parking spaces per unit, for residential units operated by County Housing.
(As amended by By-law 71-2023)
28.8.11 R3-11
Notwithstanding the provisions to contrary, the following is permitted for multiple unit dwellings:
- Building height of 4 storeys, notwithstanding the general provisions of Section 28.5 of By- law
No. 82- 2008.
(Amended by By-law 57-2024)
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Section 29 Mobile Home Park Zone (R4)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
29.1
Permitted Uses
-
mobile home park
29.2
Accessory Uses
-
home occupation
-
passive and active recreation
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses
29.3
Permitted Structures
-
administrative, sales or rental office
-
one dwelling unit within the rear portion or second storey of the main office or sales facility
one single detached residence accessory to the mobile home park use
-
mobile home
-
mobile home - double wide
-
park or playground
-
recreational or community centre
-
swimming pool
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
29.4
Zone Provisions for Mobile Home Park
LOT AREA (minimum)-1 hectare
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-75 metres
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum)-6 metres from a Municipal Road or 10 metres from a County
Highway
SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-3 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-6 metres from a Municipal Road or 10 metres from a
County Highway
REAR YARD DEPTH (minimum)-8 metres
BUILDING HEIGHT (maximum)-11 metres
29.5
Zone Provisions for a Mobile Home Site
SITE AREA (minimum)-420 square metres
SITE FRONTAGE (minimum)-13.5 metres
FRONT YARD (minimum)-3 metres from interior road
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INTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum)-2 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD (minimum)-3 metres from interior road
REAR YARD (minimum)-3 metres
UNIT FLOOR AREA (minimum)-55 square metres
SITE COVERAGE (maximum)-35 %
29.6
Special Provisions for Mobile Home Parks
29.6.1 Access
Each mobile home site within a mobile home park shall be located on an internal access road which
shall have a dust free surface and shall be a minimum traveled width of 3 metres for one-way traffic
and 6 metres for two-way traffic.
29.6.2 Additions and Accessory Structures
Additions to mobile homes (such as a porch, sunroom, deck, or deck cover) shall be permitted
provided that the yard setback and lot coverage provisions for the lot are maintained.
Buildings and structures accessory to a mobile home on a mobile home site shall be permitted in
accordance with the General Provisions Accessory Building Section. No more than 2 accessory
buildings or structures shall be permitted on a mobile home site.
29.6.3 Density
The maximum density of mobile home units in a mobile home park shall be 20 units per gross
hectare.
29.6.4 Parking
Each mobile home site shall be provided with at least 2 car parking spaces per site.
Parking for other uses shall be in accordance with Section 3.25 General Provisions.
29.6.5 Recreation Space / Open Space
Not less than 10% of the gross area of a mobile home park shall be used as recreation space,
placed in locations convenient to all residents.
29.6.6 Separation
Mobile homes and any part thereof shall be separated from each other by not less than 4 metres.
Mobile homes and any part thereof shall be separated from any main or accessory building for the
mobile home park by not less than 4 metres.
29.6.7 Services
Each mobile home located within an urban area mobile home park shall be provided with a
municipal piped water supply and municipal sewage disposal facilities, solid waste disposal, storm
drainage, hydro, street lighting, telephone and road maintenance.
In existing mobile home parks, without full services, expansions will be permitted based on the
approval of the appropriate authority.
29.6.8 Skirting and Foundation for Mobile Homes
Each mobile home unit shall be placed on a permanent substructure or permanent foundation
supports and shall be provided with durable skirtings, with access where necessary, to screen the
view of the undercarriage or foundation supports.
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29.6.9 Outdoor Storage
There shall be no outside storage of any furniture, domestic equipment or seasonally used
equipment on the mobile home site.
Outside storage may occur within a special communal storage area provided by the mobile home
park. The communal storage area may be located in the rear or side yard in accordance with the
General Provisions Section, Accessory Structures.
29.6.10 Units per Site
Not more than one mobile home unit shall be placed on any mobile home site.
29.7
Special Zones
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Section 30 Residential Greenfield Zone (R5)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
30.1
Permitted Uses
30.2
Zone Provisions
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Section 31 Golf Course Zone (RC1)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
31.1 Permitted Uses
-
a golf course and/or driving range and associated recreational uses including restaurant,
swimming pool, tennis courts, miniature golf course and country club facility
-
an accessory dwelling unit detached from or part of any non-residential building or structure
-
agricultural use, limited
31.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
31.3
Zone Provisions
LOT SIZE (minimum)-3 hectares
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-75 metres
For buildings and structures the following minimum setbacks shall apply:
FRONT YARD-30 metres, except that a driving range booth less than 15 square metres in area may
have a front yard setback of 10 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD-8 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD-30 metres, except that a driving range booth less than 15 square metres in
area may have an exterior side yard setback of 10 metres
REAR YARD-8 metres
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-10 %
PARKING - see GENERAL PROVISIONS Section
LIGHTING-All lighting and illuminated signs shall be arranged so as to deflect light away from
adjacent properties.
31.4
Building Regulations
BUILDING HEIGHT (maximum)-12 metres
31.5
Regulations For Accessory Residential Uses
The dwelling unit is completely self-contained and has direct access to the outside.
31.6
Special Zones
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Section 32 Recreational Trailer Park and Campground Zone
(RC2)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
32.1
Permitted Uses
-
campground
-
conservation
-
forestry
-
miniature golf course
-
park, private
-
recreation, active
-
recreation centre
-
recreation, passive
-
recreational trailer and tent park
-
uses accessory to the trailer park and campground use including recreational vehicle sales
and service
32.2
Permitted Structures
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
-
buildings and structures for the permitted uses including recreational trailers, park model
trailers, but not including a mobile home
-
one accessory dwelling unit for the owner or manager of the trailer park and campground,
either detached or attached to a permitted structure
-
one accessory dwelling unit attached to a permitted structure for staff accommodation
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
32.3
Zone Provisions
LOT SIZE (minimum)-4 hectares
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-40 metres
For buildings and structures the following minimum setbacks shall apply:
FRONT YARD-20 metres
INTERIOR SIDE YARD-7.5 metres
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD-20 metres
REAR YARD-7.5 metres
TRAILER SITE AREA (minimum)-150 square metres
LOT COVERAGE (maximum)-30 %
PARKING
Each trailer or campground site shall be provided with at least 1 car parking space.
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32.4
Building Regulations
BUILDING HEIGHT (maximum) 9 metres
32.5
Regulations for Accessory Residential Use for the
Manager/Owner/Staff
-
Minimum floor area for the dwelling unit shall be in accordance with the following:
fully detached residence-84 square metres
a residence as part of the non-residential building or structure-70 square metres
-
A separate direct pedestrian access to the dwelling unit shall be provided
32.6
Special Provisions
32.6.1 Recreational Space
Not less than 10% of the gross area of the lot shall be used as communal recreational area. Natural
areas such as ravines, swamps or open water shall not be included in the calculation of recreational
space
32.6.2
Natural Area Open Space
Not less than 20% of the gross area of the lot shall be used as communal open space which can
include ravines, swamps or open water.
32.6.3 Density of Development
Overall density of the entire development shall not exceed 15 recreational vehicle/trailer sites or
camp sites per gross hectare.
32.6.4 Additions to Trailers
Structures, in the form of additions to trailers, are permitted to be established in the RC2 zone as an
accessory "add-on" provided that the total floor area for the addition(s) does not exceed the floor
area of the trailer.
32.6.5 Lighting
All lighting and illuminated signs shall be arranged so as to deflect light away from adjacent
properties.
32.7
Special Zones
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Section 33 Salvage Yard Zone (SY)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
33.1
Permitted Uses
-
motor vehicle wrecking establishment
-
salvage yard
-
uses accessory to the permitted uses including the sale of motor vehicles and an accessory
motor vehicle repair shop
33.2
Permitted Structures
-
accessory residence to be owned and occupied by the owner/staff of the permitted uses
-
storage shed
-
buildings and structures for permitted uses
-
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses as per Section 3.3. (as amended by
By-law 98-2019)
33.3
Zone Provisions
ZONE AREA (maximum)-6 hectares
LOT FRONTAGE (minimum)-45 metres
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum)-20 metres from a municipal road, 25 metres from a County or
Provincial Highway
SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum)-3 metres, except:
-
15 metres minimum where any side lot line abuts any Non-Industrial Zone
-
1 metre minimum where any side lot line abuts any railway right-of-way
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD DEPTH (minimum) -20 metres from a municipal road, 25 metres from a
County or Provincial Highway
REAR YARD DEPTH (minimum)-3 metres, except:
-
15 metres minimum where any rear lot line abuts any Non-Industrial Zone
-
1 metre minimum where any rear lot line abuts a railway right-of-way
33.4
Building Regulations
BUILDING HEIGHT (maximum)-12 metres
33.5
Regulations for Accessory Residential Uses
LOT AREA (minimum)-4 000 square metres
FRONT YARD DEPTH (minimum)-20 metres from a municipal road, 25 metres from a County or
Provincial Highway
33.6
Separation Distance
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, no residential, institutional,
commercial, industrial or recreational building or structure, located on a separate lot shall be
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established unless it complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae. These
provisions shall not apply in an urban designation.
33.7
Special Provisions
33.7.1 Planting Strip
Notwithstanding the General Provisions, the open storage of all salvage yards shall be surrounded
by a solid fence and a planting strip with a minimum height of 3 metres.
33.7.2 Site Plan Control
The lands zoned SY may be subject to Site Plan Control and/or Development Agreement.
33.7.3 Open Storage and Display
-
No open storage or display will be permitted in the required front yard or required exterior side
yard.
-
With the exception of the required front yard and the required exterior side yard, open storage
or display is permitted in the front yard if enclosed by the required fence or planting strip.
-
No open storage shall be permitted higher than the planting strip or fence.
33.7.4 Accessory Sale of Motor Vehicles
The motor vehicles to be sold are accessory to a motor vehicle repair shop on the property and may
include the sale of other used motor vehicles. The display area for the sale of motor vehicles shall
be limited to 10 vehicles and may be located in the required yard at a setback of 10 metres from the
exterior side or front property line.
This display area for the accessory sale of motor vehicles shall not include vehicles which are
derelict.
33.8
Special Zones
33.8.1 SY-1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 33.3 to the contrary, in the area zoned SY-1, the existing
east side yard for the existing shed is the permitted side yard. Any proposed buildings or structures
will require a westerly side yard of 150 metres. The salvage yard does not permit the storage and/or
handling and/or sale of waste paper, rags, wood or bottles. No severances within or along the SY-1
line will be permitted. (By-law 11-1992, East Wawanosh)
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Section 34 Holding Zone (-H)
Within this ZONE, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building
or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
34.1
Permitted Uses
-
uses buildings and structures lawfully in existence on the date of passing of this By-law
uses, buildings and structures accessory to permitted uses
34.2
Special Provisions
34.2.1 New Development
No new development of land will be permitted in a Holding (-H) Zone, until such time as Council has
passed a By-law removing the holding symbol.
34.2.2 Existing Residences
Existing residences will be allowed to expand, enlarge or re-establish provided that the provisions of
the R1 or R2 zone are complied with and the number of dwelling units is not increased.
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APPENDIX 1
ILLUSTRATION OF CELLAR
AND BASEMENT DEFINITIONS*
STOREY
FINISHED CEILING
FINISHED FLOOR
FINISHED
GRADE
STOREY
FINISHED CEILING
FINISHED FLOOR
FINISHED
GRADE
CELLAR
HAS MORE THAN ONE HALF OF
ITS HEIGHT,FROM FINISHED
FLOOR TO FINISHED CEILING,
BELOW ADJACENT FINISHED
GRADE.
BASEMENT
HAS LESS THAN ONE HALF OF
ITS HEIGHT,FROM FINISHED
FLOOR TO FINISHED CEILING,
BELOW ADJACENT FINISHED
GRADE.
*THE ILLUSTRATION OF CELLAR
AND BASEMENT DOES NOT FORM
PART OF THIS BY-LAW,BUT IS
PROVIDED FOR CONVENIENCE.
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Illustration Of Heights
Of Buildings*
FRONT OF
BUILDING
FINISHED SURFACE
ELEVATION
AVERAGE
ROOF SURFACE
PARAPET
HEIGHT OF BUILDING
HEIGHT OF BUILDING
RIDGE
EAVE
SIDE
FRONT
MEAN HEIGHT
HEIGHT OF BUILDING
AVERAGE
ELEVATION
DECK ROOF LINE
HEIGHT OF BUILDING
FRONT
SIDE
RIDGE
EAVE
MEAN HEIGHT
HEIGHT OF BUILDING
SIDE
FRONT
AVERAGE
ELEVATION
RIDGE
EAVE
SIDE
FRONT
MEAN HEIGHT
HEIGHT OF BUILDING
AVERAGE ELEVATION
FLAT ROOF
MANSARD ROOF
GABLE ROOF
HIP ROOF (4Sides)
GAMBREL ROOF
*THE ILLUSTRATIONS ARE FOR CONVENIENCE
ONLY AND DO NOT FORM PART OF THIS BY-LAW.
APPENDIX 2
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APPENDIX 3
ILLUSTRATION OF LOT DEFINITIONS*
Maximum
135 degrees
Corner
STREET
STREET
100'
100'
Portion of Corner
Lot more than 100'
from corner
"LOT, CORNER"
Corner Lot, Straight
Sides
CORNER
LOT
CORNER
LOT
INTERIOR
LOT
INTERIOR
LOT
CORNER
LOT
THROUGH LOT
STREET
STREET
STREET
STREET
STREET
STREET
"LOT, CORNER"
Corner Lot, Curved
Side
STREET
Maximum
135 degrees
Side
Lot Line
Side
Lot Line
Front
Lot Line
Corner
Tangents to Street
Lines drawn through
extremities of Interior
Lot Lines
STREET
Lot Depth
Rear
Lot Line
Front
Lot Line
"LOT DEPTH"
Front and Rear Lot
Lines are Parallel
STREET
"LOT DEPTH"
No Rear Lot Line
Middle point
of Front
Lot Line
Lot Depth
Apex of triangle
formed by the
side Lot Lines
Side
Lot Line
Frontage mesured on
line perpendicular to
line joining middle points
of Front and Rear Lot Lines
Middle
point of
Rear
Lot Line
Side
Lot Line
Front
Lot Line
Middle point
of Front
Lot Line
Distance
specified
in By-Law
Lot Lines are not parallel
"LOT FRONTAGE"
STREET
STREET
Frontage measured on line
perpendicular to line joining
middle point of Front Lot Line
to apex of triangle formed
by the Side Lot Lines
Side
Lot Line
Distance
specified
in By-Law
Side
Lot Line
Middle point
of Front
Lot Line
No Rear Lot Line
"LOT FRONTAGE"
*The illustrations are for convenience only and do not form part of this By-Law.
Lot Depth
Middle point
of Rear
Lot Line
Middle point
of Front
Lot Line
Front and Rear Lot
Lines are not parallel
"LOT DEPTH"
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 49
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
SIDE LOT LINE
LOT DEPTH
LOT FRONTAGE
REAR
LOT LINE
SIDE LOT LINE
REQUIRED
REAR
YARD
REAR
YARD
REQUIRED
REAR
YARD
REAR
YARD
REQUIRED
INTERIOR
SIDE YARD
INTERIOR
SIDE YARD
BUILDING
"A"
BUILDING
"B"
REQUIRED
EXTERIOR
SIDE YARD
EXTERIOR
SIDE YARD
REQUIRED
FRONT
YARD
FRONT
YARD
REQUIRED
FRONT
YARD
FRONT
YARD
SETBACK
STREET LINE OR FRONT LOT LINE
CENTRE LINE OF STREET
STREET
STREET LINE OR SIDE LOT LINE
CENTRE LINE OF STREET
STREET
APPENDIX 4
ILLUSTRATION OF YARD
DEFINITIONS*
BUILDING "B" VOLUNTARILY INCREASED FRONT YARD, SIDE YARD, REAR YARD AND SETBACK ON CORNER LOT
*The illustrations are for convenience only and do not form part of this By-Law.
SETBACK
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 50
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 51
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
APPENDIX 6
ILLUSTRATIONS OF ACCESSIBLE PARKING PROVISIONS
Figure 1: Side-by-Side Parking Space
(Source: City of London 2006 Facility
Accessibility Design Standards)
Figure 3: Multiple Side-by-Side Parking Spaces
(Source: City of Peterborough 2022 Access
Guidelines, 3rd Edition)
Four
Figure 2: Parallel Parking Space
(Source: City of London 2006 Facility
Accessibility Design Standards)
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 52
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
APPENDIX 7
ONE ZONE CONCEPT
FLOOD PLAIN
DEVELOPMENT PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED
REGULATORY FLOOD LEVEL
NORMAL WATER
LEVEL
TWO-ZONE FLOODWAY - FLOOD FRINGE CONCEPT
FLOOD PLAIN
DEVELOPMENT PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED
REGULATORY FLOOD LEVEL
NORMAL WATER
LEVEL
FLOODWAY
FLOOD FRINGE
CONDITIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
FLOOD FRINGE
CONDITIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 53
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Appendix 8
Township of North Huron Zoning By-law
Page 54
Date Passed: December 1, 2008
Appendix 9 - Site Triangle
STREET
STREET
7.5m
7.5m
AMBERLEY ROAD
NATURE CENTRE
ROAD
BLYTH ROAD
GLEN'S HILL ROAD
MONCRIEFF ROAD
WESTFIELD ROAD
ZION ROAD
BLYTH
WINGHAM
BELGRAVE
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
12B
03C
03B
03A
12D
12A
12C
09
10
05
06
07
08
04
11
01
02
Property Boundary
Urban Boundary
Municipal Boundary
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Index Map
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
1:70,000
0
1,250
2,500
3,750
Metres
C1
C1
C1-2
FD
FD
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1-2
See Key
Map 08
Municipality of Central Huron
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
Key Map
01
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 01
Auburn
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
0
40
80
120
Metres
1:1,800
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
C1
CF
OS
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
BELGRAVE RD / COUNTY RD 20
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
Key Map
02
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 02
Belgrave
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
0
60
120
180
Metres
1:3,000
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
C3
C3
C3
CF
CF
CF
FD
FD
FD
FD
FD
FD
FW
OS
OS-1
OS-2
R1
R1
R1
R1
R11, 4
R1
R11
R1
R1
3
R2
R22
R2-171
1
R1
1
1
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 03A
Blyth North
1 By-law 11-2018
2 By-law 02-2021
3 By-law 53-2021
4 By-law 58-2021
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
0
90
180
270
Metres
1:4,200
Key Map
03A
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
C4
C4
C4
C4-5
C4-5
C5
C5
C5
C5
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF-1
FD
FD-1
FW
FW
OS
OS
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1-7
R1-h
R2
R2
R3
R1-171
R1-181
THRESHERS LN
BLYTH RD / COUNTY RD 25
GYPSY LN
WESTMORELAND ST
QUEEN ST
DRUMMOND ST
KING ST
DINSLEY ST
MCCONNELL ST
HAMILTON ST
WELLINGTON ST
See Key Map 03A
See Key Map 03C
Municipality of Central Huron
See Key Map 10
Blyth Brook
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 03B
Blyth West
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
1 By-law 41-2024
Revision Date:
July 22, 2024
®
0
80
160
240
Metres
1:4,000
Key Map
03B
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
R1
FD
R1-FW
R1
C1-1
OS1
R1
OS
C1-4
R1-1
R3-111
FD
R2-251
R1-161
R1
CF
FW
R2-251
CRAWFORD ST
LLOYD ST
LONDON RD / COUNTY RD 44
See Key Map 06
Municipality of Morris-Turnberry
Mi
ddl
e Mai
tland Ri
ver
See Key
Map 06
See Key Map 06
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
®
0
80
160
240
Metres
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
1:4,000
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
1 By-law 57-2024
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 04
Hutton Heights
Revision Date:
October 16, 2025
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1-4
AG1-8
AG2
AG2
AG2
AG2
AG2
AG2
AG3
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4-1
AG4-2
AG4-4
AG4-9
AG4-9
AG4-9
AG4-9
AG4-9
AG4-9
NE2-1
NE2-2
NE2-3
NE2-41
AG1
AG12
AG1
AG2
AG2
32
31
30
28
29
33
34
35
36
IX
VIII
VII
VI
NATURE CENTRE RD
BELGRAVE RD
GLEN'S HILL RD
SCOTT LINE
MARNOCH LINE
DONNYBROOK LINE / COUNTY RD 22
BEECROFT LINE
AGNEW LINE
HOOVER LINE
Maitland River
Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh
See Key Map 09
See Key Map 08
See Key Map 05
Maitland River
Maitland River
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
Key Map
07
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 07
Central West
1 By-law 16-2019
2 Temporary Use By-law 82-2024 (Expires Nov 4, 2027)
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
December 02, 2024
®
0
490
980
1,470
Metres
1:23,000
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
Zoning currently subject to appeal at Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT File No. OLT-23-001077)
AG4
AG4-9
AG4-71
AG4-9
AG4
AG2
AG4-9
CF
AG4-9
AG2
AG4
AG2
AG4
AG3-2
AG2
CF
AG4-9
AG2
AG4
37
38
39
40
41
42
VIII
VII
VI
IX
CURRIE LINE
SCOTT LINE
BELGRAVE RD
NATURE CENTRE RD
LONDON RD / COUNTY RD 4
Municipality of Morris-Turnberry
See Key Map 10
See Key Map 07
See Key Map 06
See Key
Map 02
Belgrave
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
®
0
410
820
1,230
Metres
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
1:19,000
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Zoning currently subject to appeal at Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT File No. OLT-23-001077)
1 By-law 64-2015
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 08
Central East
Revision Date:
August 26, 2025
!R
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1-132
AG1-9
AG2
AG2
AG2
AG2
AG3
AG3
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4-5
AG4-9
AG4-9
AG4-9
C1
C1
C1-2
CF
CF
DS
ER1
ER1
FD
FD
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1-2
AG11
AG1
AG1
V
IV
III
II
I
BLYTH RD / COUNTY RD 25
WESTFIELD RD
MONCRIEFF RD
McCLINCHEY RD
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
Key Map
09
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 09
Southwest
1 Temporary Use By-law 57-2017 (Expires June 9, 2037)
2 Temporary Use By-law 61-2020 (Expires Oct 6, 2040)
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
0
520
1,040
1,560
Metres
1:24,000
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1
AG1-10
AG1-10
AG1-5
AG2
AG2
AG2
AG3
AG3-1
AG3-1
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4
AG4-9
AG4-9
AG4-9
C3
C3
C3
C3
C4
C4
C4
C4
C4- 5
C4- 5
C5
C5
C5
C5
C5
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF-1
ER1
ER1
FD
FD
FD
FD
FD
FD
FD
FD-1
FW
FW
FW
IND1-2
IND1-h
IND2
IND2
OS
OS
OS
OS
OS -1
OS -2
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R11, 4
R1
R11
R1
R1
R1- 143
R1- FW
R1-h-FW
R1-h-FW
R1-h-FW
R2
1
R2
R2
R2
R22
R2- 171
R2- 17
1
AG4-9
R1
AG1
AG1
AG1
NE2-6
R1
1
R1
1
FD
FW
FD
R2-24-h
4
4
V
IV
III
II
I
MONCRIEFF RD
WESTFIELD RD
BLYTH RD / COUNTY RD 25
DINGWALL RD
WINGHAM
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 10
Southeast
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
Ma
Zoning currently subject to appeal at Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT File No. OLT-23-001077)
BLYTH
AUBURN
BELGRAVE
Key Map
10
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
y 17, 2024
0
520
1,040
1,560
Metres
1:24,000
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
C1
C1-3
R1
R1
AMBERLEY RD / COUNTY RD 86
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
Key Map
11
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 11
Whitechurch
1 By-law 17-2021
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
0
40
80
120
Metres
1:2,000
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
C3
C3
C3
C4
C4
C4-9
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
FW
FW
FW
IND1
IND1
IND1
IND1-1
IND2
IND2
OS
OS
OS
OS
OS
OS
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2-23
R2-23
R3-10
R3
R3
R3-1
FW
OS
FW
OAK ST
NORTH ST W
Municipality of Morris-Turnberry
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 12A
Wingham Northwest
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
0
80
160
240
Metres
1:3,800
Key Map
12A
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
C3
C3
C3
C3-111
C4
C4
C4
C4
C4
C4-7
CF
CF
CF
CF
R1-h
FW
FW
FW
FW
OS
OS
OS
OS
OS
OS
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1
R1-FW
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2-10
R2-12
R2-13
R2-8
R2-8
R2-FW
R3
R3
R3
R3-2
R3-3
R3-5
R3-h
R1
CHARLES ST
MAPLE ST
ALBERT ST E
JAMES ST
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 12B
Wingham Northeast
1 By-law 83-2015
2 By-law 37-2021
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
0
80
160
240
Metres
1:4,000
Key Map
12B
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
C4
C4
C4
C4-3
C4-8
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
CF
FW
FW
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2
R2-23
R3
R3
R3-91
R2
FW
Municipality of
Morris-Turnberry
Municipality of
Morris-Turnberry
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 12C
Wingham Southwest
1 By-law 12-2022
2 By-law 65-2022
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
0
80
160
240
Metres
1:3,800
Key Map
12C
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
CF
CF-4
FD
OS-X
OS-X
OS-X
OS-X
R1(-h)-X
R1(-h)-X
R2(-h)-X
R2(-h)-X
CHARLES ST
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
AG1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE1 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
NE2 Zone (unless otherwise
noted)
Conservation Authority
Regulated Lands and/or
Adjacent Lands (refer to
Section 3.7)
Lot Boundary
Waterbody
River / Stream
!R Open Landfill
!R
!D
Closed Landfill
Landfill Setback
Sewage Treatment Plant
Setback
Wingham Special Policy Area
Floodfringe
Floodway/Floodplain
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Key Map 12E
Wingham East
By-law 71-2023 (General Review)
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
0
90
180
270
Metres
1:4,200
Key Map
12E
WINGHAM
BLYTH
EAST WAWANOSH
AIRPORT ADJACENT HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
TOWNSHIP OF NORTH HURON
APPENDIX 10
0
0.25
0.5
Miles
0
0.5
1
Kilometers
Legend
Obstacle Limitation Surfaces
Outer Surface (4,000m)
Approach Surface
Transitional Surface
Approach Distance Separation Lines
Structures 365m Above Sea Level
MAXIMUM HEIGHT GUIDELINES IN PROXIMITY TO AIRPORT OPERATING AREA
Under the obstacle limitation surfaces indicated in Appendix 10 the heights of buildings or structures in proximity to
the Richard LeVan Airport, located on Lots 7 to 14, Concession 1, former Morris Township, shall be directed by the
maximum height guidelines below.
The green numbers 6-9 refer to Areas 6-9 listed below:
6) In Area 6, the maximum height of buildings or structures is 350 metres Above Sea Level (ASL);
7) In Area 7, the maximum height of buildings or structures is 355 metres Above Sea Level (ASL);
8) In Area 8, the maximum height of buildings or structures is 360 metres Above Sea Level (ASL);
9) In Area 9, and within the entire 4,000 metre radius of the Outer Surface, the maximum height of buildings or
structures is 365 metres Above Sea Level (ASL)
Area
9
Area
8
Area
7
Area
6
Location of Structures
BLYTH RD / COUNTY RD 25
MONCRIEFF RD
McCLINCHEY RD
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
Property Boundary
Urban Boundary
Municipal Boundary
Lot Boundary
!
Municipal Well
Wellhead Protection Areas
Zone A - Fixed 100m
Zone B - 2yr Time of Travel
Zone C - 5yr Time of Travel
Zone D - 25yr Time of
Travel
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Wellhead Protection Areas
Appendix 11 Auburn and Area
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
1:16,000
0
300
600
900
Metres
NOTE: Wellhead Protection Area mapping is not administered and
maintained by this Zoning By-law. This mapping is provided for
informational purposes. The Wellhead Protection Area mapping is
administered by the local Source Protection Plan and should be
consulted to confirm mapping.
!
!
!
BLYTH RD / COUNTY RD 25
HAMILTON STREET
NORTH STREET
WESTMORELAND STREET
THUELL STREET
UNION STREET
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
Property Boundary
Urban Boundary
Municipal Boundary
Lot Boundary
!
Municipal Well
Wellhead Protection Areas
Zone A - Fixed 100m
Zone B - 2yr Time of Travel
Zone C - 5yr Time of Travel
Zone D - 25yr Time of
Travel
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Wellhead Protection Areas
Appendix 12 Blyth
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
1:8,000
0
150
300
450
Metres
NOTE: Wellhead Protection Area mapping is not administered and
maintained by this Zoning By-law. This mapping is provided for
informational purposes. The Wellhead Protection Area mapping is
administered by the local Source Protection Plan and should be
consulted to confirm mapping.
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
Property Boundary
Urban Boundary
Municipal Boundary
Lot Boundary
!
Municipal Well
Wellhead Protection Areas
Zone A - Fixed 100m
Zone B - 2yr Time of Travel
Zone C - 5yr Time of Travel
Zone D - 25yr Time of
Travel
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Wellhead Protection Areas
Appendix 13 Whitechurch
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
1:2,500
0
40
80
120
Metres
NOTE: Wellhead Protection Area mapping is not administered and
maintained by this Zoning By-law. This mapping is provided for
informational purposes. The Wellhead Protection Area mapping is
administered by the local Source Protection Plan and should be
consulted to confirm mapping.
!
!
PARK DRIVE
CHARLES STREET
MAPLE STREET
OAK STREET
JOHN STREET WEST
ALBERT STREET EAST
JAMES STREET
WATER STREET
BRISTOL TERRACE
ALFRED STREET EAST
WINGHAM
BLYTH
AUBURN
WHITECHURCH
HUTTON
HEIGHTS
BELGRAVE
Property Boundary
Urban Boundary
Municipal Boundary
Lot Boundary
!
Municipal Well
Wellhead Protection Areas
Zone A - Fixed 100m
Zone B - 2yr Time of Travel
Zone C - 5yr Time of Travel
Zone D - 25yr Time of
Travel
Amendments
Township of North Huron
Zoning By-Law
Wellhead Protection Areas
Appendix 14 Wingham
Revision Date:
May 17, 2024
1:9,000
0
160
320
480
Metres
NOTE: Wellhead Protection Area mapping is not administered and
maintained by this Zoning By-law. This mapping is provided for
informational purposes. The Wellhead Protection Area mapping is
administered by the local Source Protection Plan and should be
consulted to confirm mapping.