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The Municipality of Port Hope's Zoning By-law regulates land use planning in each area of the Municipality.
## Zoning By-law General Information
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| What is the purpose of the Zoning By-law? |
| The Zoning By-law controls the use of land in the community. It states exactly: * how land may be used, * where buildings and other structures can be located, * the types of buildings that are permitted and how they may be used, * the lot sizes and dimensions, parking requirements, building heights and setbacks from the street. | | | --- | | Zoning By-law Review 2021 | | The Municipality of Port Hope had a review of its Zoning By-law to implement a number of 'housekeeping' revisions. This update was to ensure that the Zoning By-law continues to effectively implement the priorities of the Municipality and community, is consistent with other Municipal documents, and is easy to understand and interpret. Generally, this Zoning By-law Update was intended to focus on revisions related to housing issues, rural economic development and technical improvements. | |
| Zoning By-law Documents |
| A Zoning By-law is not a static document. It is amended over time as demands and policies governing land use change. Before proceeding any further, you should verify that your property is not the subject of an earlier Zoning By-law amendment. While the Municipality strives to keep this By-law up-to-date, more recent amendments may not be included in the version of the By-law you are using. Staff in the Municipality's Planning Department will be able to assist you to confirm if your property has been subject to a more recent By-law amendment. To access the Zoning By-law, click on the button below. The schedules of the Zoning By-law, are area-specific or site-specific illustrations of zoning provisions. The Zoning By-law is updated on a continuous basis and may not reflect all amendments that have been passed by Council or approved at the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT). To view the most up-to-date zoning information, please refer to the list of unconsolidated amendments. Zoning By-law 20/2010 as amended by By-law 31/2023 | | | --- | | Urban Area Maps | | Urban Area Key Map (Schedule A-0) Use this map to determine the which schedule applies to the properties in the urban area. Once you find the zoning category, refer to the Zoning By-law 20/2010 for the zoning provisions (i.e. permitted uses and setbacks). * Schedule A-1 * Schedule A-2 * Schedule A-3 * Schedule A-4 * Schedule A-5 * Schedule A-6 * Schedule A-7 * Schedule A-8 * Schedule A-9 * Schedule A-10 * Schedule A-11 * Schedule A-12 * Schedule A-13 * Schedule A-14 | | Rural Area Maps | | Rural Area Key Map (Schedule B-0) Use this map to determine the which schedule applies to the properties in the rural area. Once you find the zoning category, refer to the Zoning By-law 20/2010 for the zoning provisions (i.e. permitted uses and setbacks). * Schedule B-15 * Schedule B-16 * Schedule B-17 * Schedule B-18 * Schedule B-19 * Schedule B-20 * Schedule B-21 * Schedule B-22 * Schedule B-23 | | Other Schedules | | * Schedule C-1 * Schedule C-2 * Schedule C-3 * Schedule C-6.1 * Schedule C-6.2 * Schedule C-7 * Schedule C-8 * Schedule C-9 * Schedule C-10 * Schedule C-11 * Schedule C-12.1 * Schedule C-12.2 * Schedule C-12.3 * Schedule C-13 * Schedule C-14 | | Zoning By-law Amendments | | New Site-specific Exceptions | Zone | Exception Number | Additional Permitted Uses | Only Permitted Uses | Uses Prohibited | Special Provisions | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | RESV1 | 134 (55/2021) (B-23) | 1. Commercial School | N/A | N/A | N/A | | COM3 | 135 (82/2022) (A-6) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1. *Minimum Frontage*- 28.19 metres 2. *Minimum Interior Side Yard* -2.5 metres. 3. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4.2.2.b) (Accessory Dwelling Units-Commercial Zones), or any other provision in this By-law, the residential use is permitted within the first storey of the building and within 12.0 metres of Walton Street and Pine Street South. | | RES4 | 139 (55/2023) (A-1) | 1. Supportive Living Housing | N/A | N/A | 1. **Supportive Living Housing** means: Housing for older persons which may consist of either multiple unit or apartment dwellings and which includes a variety of optional supporting services for the benefit of residents. 2. Notwithstanding the provisions of Table 7.2 (Zoning Standards in the Commercial Zones), Part 4, Part 5, or any other provision in this By-law to the contrary, the following provisions shall apply to Supportive Living Housing uses: 1. *Minimum Lot Area* - 1.80 hectares 2. *Minimum Lot Frontage*- 180 metres 3. *Minimum Front Yard*- 6.0 metres 4. *Minimum Interior Side Yard* - 6.0 metres 5. *Minimum Rear Yard* - 6.0 metres 6. *Maximum Building Height* - 15.6 metres 7. *Maximum Number of Dwelling Units* - 110 dwelling units 8. *Minimum planting strip* width abutting a streetline - 3.0 metres 9. The minimum setback of the parking area from the streetline shall be 3.0 metres 10. The minimum number of required parking spaces shall be 154 of which a minimum of 26 parking spaces are required for visitors. No parking shall be required for accessory uses. | | RESV1 | 142 (23/2025) (B-20) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1. *Minimum Lot Area*- 0.19 hectares 2. *Minimum Required Lot Frontage*- 16.5 metres | | RES1-3 | 150 (65/2023) (A-9) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1. *Minimum Required Front Yard* - 1.75m 2. *Minimum Required Rear Yard* - 2.07m | | RESV1 | (151) (01/2024) (B-20) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4.36.1(c) or any other provision in this By-law, all buildings and structures shall be located no closer than 27.0 m from the centreline of County Road 65 | | A(1) | 152 (06/2024) (B-20) | N/A | N/A | 1. Any dwelling unit 2. The housing of livestock | N/A | | COM2 | 153 (44/2024) (A-3) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1. *Minimum Required Lot Area* - 1,450m2 2. *Minimum Required Frontage* - 30m | | COM2 | 154 (44/2024) (A-3) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1. *Minimum Required Lot Area*- 1,180m2 2. *Minimum Required Frontage*- 30m | | RES4 | 155 (11/2025) (A-1) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1. *Minimum Required Planting Strip* along north boundary - 0 metres. 2. *Minimum Required Exterior Side* Yard 3.1 metres. 3. *Minimum Required Lot Area*- 0.84 hectares. 4. *Minimum Required Lot Frontage*- 26.1 metres 5. *Maximum Height* - 3 storeys or 11.5 metres, whichever is the lesser | | COM3 | 157 (A-5) (09-2026) | N/A | N/A | N/A | For the Lot fronting On Augusta Street: Within the COM3(157) Zone a residential apartment with 1 O units shall be permitted. 1. Minimum *lot frontage*: 28.42 m 2. Minimum parking for the Apartment Dwelling shall be 10 spaces; 3. Notwithstanding the provision in Table 7.2 the minimum Interior Side Yard shall be reduced to 1.94 m on the west side where there are openings to habitable rooms. 4. Maximum Building Height: 17.3 m - 5 storeys 5. The setbacks from the property line for the fourth and fifth floor shall be: * + 4th floor: 5.25m; + 5th floor: 8.50m; 6. An Agreement between the lands zoned 'COM3(157)' and 'COM3(158)' with respect to shared services, access and parking shall be entered into and implemented. | | COM3 | 158 (A-5) (09-2026) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1. An Agreement between the lands zoned 'COM3( 157)' and 'COM3(158}' with respect to shared services, access and parking shall be entered into and implemented. | | | | | | | | Temporary Use | Exception Number | Zone | Subject Property | Temporary Uses Permitted | Special Provisions | Date Enacted | Date Expires | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | T4 (34-2024) (B-16) | EMP1 | Part of Lots 30 and 31, Concession 1 | 1. Conservation Use 2. Single Detached Dwelling | Single *detached dwelling* is ancillary to a permitted non-residential use and occupied by the owner, caretaker, watchman or other similar person, and family, as is employed on the lot in which such *dwelling* house is located. | August 3, 2024 | August 3, 2027 | | | | | | | | | | |
| Zoning Compliance Letter Request |
| If you are purchasing or selling a property, you may need a zoning compliance letter or your lawyer may request it on your behalf. Here is the information we will include in the letter: * Official Plan designation * Current zoning and whether the proposed property use complies * Pending zoning, if applicable * Compliance with building setback regulations (only if updated building location survey is provided with the request) * Status of any building and plumbing permits on file * Whether there are any active zoning or property standard violations * Whether the property has any heritage significance Zoning Compliance Letter Request |
| Citizen's Guide to Land Use Planning |
| The Citizen's Guide to Land Use Planning was developed by the Government of Ontario to provide property owners with helpful information about the legislation surrounding land use planning. |
## Zoning By-law Amendment Application Process
A Zoning By-law Amendment is required for existing or proposed development which does not comply with the policies or regulations contained in the current Zoning By-law. If you are unsure whether you need a Zoning By-law Amendment, contact Planning.
Refer to the Zoning By-law/Official Plan Amendment Flowchart for a helpful visual of the application process.
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| Step 1: Pre-Consultation Meeting |
| The purpose of the pre-consultation meeting is to ensure that both the applicant and the Municipality have a clear understanding of the purpose of the proposed application, the type of application required and, where necessary, the appropriate studies, information and materials to support the proposed application. Pre-consultation also provides Applicants an opportunity to gain an understanding of the planning process in the Municipality. Planning will schedule the meeting once the pre-consultation form has been completed. The fee for pre-consultation meetings can be found on the Fees and Charges page under **'Other Fees'**. Pre-Consultation Meeting Form |
| Step 2: Submit Application and Fee |
| The application will not be accepted until the fee has been paid. The fee for the application can be found on the Fees and Charges page under **'Zoning By-law Amendment Fees'**. Fees are accepted via debit, cash or cheques made payable to the Municipality of Port Hope. At this time we do not have an online payment option. Zoning By-law Amendment Application |
| Step 3: Application Review |
| Planning reviews the application for completeness and follows-up with the applicant. A complete application proceeds to the next step, an incomplete application is held until the applicant provides the information requested by planning. |
| Step 4: Complete Application Presented to Council |
| Planning submits a report to Council with the details of the application at which time the public is also made aware of the application. |
| Step 5: Application Circulation |
| The application is circulated for comment to a list of agencies and the public. The applicant is provided with all of the comments received. |
| Step 6: Public Meeting |
| Planning submits a report to Council recommending a date to hold a public meeting. Once the public meeting date is confirmed, Planning will notify the agencies and residents of the meeting date, time and location. |
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| Step 7: Application Revision |
| The applicant may be required to revise the application based on the outcome of the public meeting and comments received. The application is re-circulated, further revisions can be made and finalized. |
| Step 8: Planning Recommendation to Council |
| Planning submits a report to the Committee of the Whole recommending that the application either be approved or denied. |
| Step 9: Council Decision and Appeal Period |
| Council makes a decision to approve or deny the application. The applicant or members of the public have the opportunity to appeal the decision within 15 days. If an appeal(s) is received, the application is reviewed by the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal and a decision is made. If no appeals are received, the applications moves on to the next step. |
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| Step 10: By-law Passed |
| The final step of the Zoning By-law Amendment process is that a By-law is passed by Council to amend the Zoning By-law so that the proposed development can move forward. |
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