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CORPORATION
OF THE
TOWN OF RENFREW
ZONING BY-LAW NO.
46-2010
Prepared For:
The Corporation of the
Town of Renfrew
Prepared By:
County of Renfrew
Development & Property Department
Planning Division
9 International Drive
PEMBROKE, ON K8A 6W5
Consolidation to August 18, 2025
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TOWN OF RENFREW
NOTICE OF PASSING OF A COMPREHENSIVE ZONING BY-LAW
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Renfrew passed By-
law_____________ on the ___________ day of ___________________, 20___ under Section 34 of the
Planning Act.
AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or agency may appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect
of the By-law by filing with the Clerk of the Corporation of the Town of Renfrew not later than the
_______day of _________________, 20____ a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the By-law
and the reasons in support of the objection. Only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal
a zoning by-law to the Ontario Municipal Board. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an
unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an
individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf. No person or public body shall
be added as a party to the hearing of the appeals unless, before the by-law was passed, the person or
public body made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submissions to the council or, in the
opinion of the Ontario Municipal Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as
a party.
AND TAKE NOTICE that an appeal must set out the objection to the By-law, the reasons in support of
the objection and be accompanied by the prescribed fee. The prescribed fee is $125.00 and must be made
payable to the Minister of Finance.
An explanation of the purpose and effect of the By-law, describing the lands to which the By-law applies.
The complete By-law is available for inspection in my office during regular office hours.
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This new zoning by-law repeals the zoning by-law of the former Town of Renfrew, and it implements the
new Official Plan of the Town of Renfrew.
The Council of a municipality may, under Section 34 of the Planning Act, pass a Zoning By-law to
govern the use of land. The effect of By-law Number ______________ is to regulate the use of land and
the erection, location and use of buildings and structures within the entire Town of Renfrew. After the
By-law is in force, no land shall be used and no building or structure shall be erected, altered or used in
any manner except in conformity with the provisions of the By-law.
The By-law will not apply to prevent or hinder the continued use of any land, building or structure, if
such land, building or structure was lawfully used for such purpose on the day of the passing of the By-
law, so long as it continues to be used for that purpose.
As the By-law affects all lands within the Town of Renfrew, a Key Map has not been provided.
DATED at the Town of Renfrew this __________day of ___________________, 20________.
________________________
Carolynn Errett, Clerk
Town of Renfrew
127 Raglan Street, South
RENFREW, ON K7V 1P8
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1.0 - AUTHORIZATION AND USAGE
9
1.1
TITLE ..................................................................................................................................9
1.2
SCOPE .................................................................................................................................9
1.3
ADMINISTRATION .........................................................................................................10
1.4
VALIDATION ...................................................................................................................11
1.5
INTERPRETATION..........................................................................................................12
SECTION 2.0 - DEFINITIONS
14
SECTION 3.0 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
45
3.1
APPLICATION .................................................................................................................45
3.2
ACCESS see Subsection 3.12 Lots to Front on a Street. ...................................................45
3.3
ACCESSORY USES, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES .............................................45
3.4
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE STATIONS, GASOLINE BARS AND COMMERCIAL
GARAGES .........................................................................................................................46
3.5
BONNECHERE RIVER FLOOD PLAIN.........................................................................47
3.6
DWELLINGS PER LOT ...................................................................................................48
3.7
ENCROACHMENTS ON REQUIRED YARDS .............................................................48
3.8
EXCEPTIONS TO HEIGHT LIMITATIONS ..................................................................49
3.9
GROUP HOMES ...............................................................................................................49
3.10
HOME OCCUPATIONS ...................................................................................................49
3.11
LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE ........................................................................................50
3.12
LOTS TO FRONT ON STREETS ....................................................................................50
3.13
MOBILE HOMES .............................................................................................................50
3.14
MOVING BUILDINGS.....................................................................................................50
3.15
MUNICIPAL PIPED SERVICES .....................................................................................51
3.16
NON-CONFORMING USES ............................................................................................51
3.17
NOXIOUS USES ...............................................................................................................53
3.18
OCCUPANCY RESTRICTIONS ......................................................................................54
3.19
OPEN STORAGE ..............................................................................................................54
3.20
OUTDOOR AIR CONDITIONING UNITS AND OTHER MECHANICAL
EQUIPMENT ....................................................................................................................55
3.21
PARKING AND LOADING SPACE REQUIREMENTS................................................55
3.22
PUBLIC SERVICES .........................................................................................................61
3.23
SECONDARY DWELLING UNITS ................................................................................61
3.24
SEPARATION DISTANCES ............................................................................................63
3.25
SETBACKS .......................................................................................................................65
3.26
STANDARDS - CUMULATIVE .....................................................................................65
3.27
SWIMMING POOLS ........................................................................................................66
3.28
STORAGE OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES ...............................................................66
3.29
TRAILERS FOR STORAGE ............................................................................................67
3.30
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION USES PERMITTED .................................................67
3.31
THROUGH LOTS .............................................................................................................67
3.32
VISIBILITY AT INTERSECTIONS ................................................................................67
SECTION 4.0 - ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS, EXCEPTION ZONE PROVISIONS
69
4.1
ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS .............................................................................................69
4.2
EXCEPTION ZONES .......................................................................................................69
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4.3
HOLDING PROVISIONS .................................................................................................70
SECTION 5.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL ONE (R1) ZONE
71
5.1
PERMITTED USES ..........................................................................................................71
5.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ........................................................................................................71
5.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .......................................................................................................74
5.4
INTERIM USES AND STANDARDS (HOLDING)........................................................85
SECTION 6.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL TWO (R2) ZONE
89
6.1
PERMITTED USES ..........................................................................................................89
6.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ........................................................................................................89
6.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .......................................................................................................91
SECTION 7.0 - REQUIREMENTS OF DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONE
101
7.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................101
7.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................101
7.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................102
SECTION 8.0 - REQUIREMENTS OF GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONE
108
8.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................108
8.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................109
8.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................110
8.4
INTERIM USES AND STANDARDS (HOLDING)......................................................111
SECTION 9.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (M1) ZONE
115
9.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................115
9.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................115
9.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................116
SECTION 10.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRIAL (M2) ZONE
119
10.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................119
10.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................119
10.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................120
SECTION 11.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL (EM) ZONE 121
11.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................121
11.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................121
11.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................122
SECTION 12.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR DISPOSAL INDUSTRIAL (DM) ZONE
123
12.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................123
12.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................123
12.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................124
SECTION 13.0 - REQUIREMENT FOR COMMUNITY FACILITY (CF) ZONE
125
13.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................125
13.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................125
13.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................126
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SECTION 14.0-REQUIREMENTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (EP)
ZONE
128
14.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................128
14.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................128
SECTION 15.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR OPEN SPACE (OS) ZONE
129
15.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................129
15.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................129
15.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................129
SECTION 16.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR PARKS AND RECREATION (PR) ZONES 131
16.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................131
16.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................131
16.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................132
SECTION 17.0-REQUIREMENTS FOR DESIGNATED GROWTH AREA (DGA)ZONE 133
17.1
PERMITTED USES ........................................................................................................133
17.2
ZONE PROVISIONS ......................................................................................................133
17.3
EXCEPTION ZONES .....................................................................................................133
SECTION 18.0 - ENACTMENT
135
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LIST OF FIGURES
Illustration of basement, walkout basement and cellar definitions..........................................17
Illustration of dwelling types...............................................................................................22
Illustration of height definitions................................................................................................27
Illustration of yard definitions...................................................................................................42
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LIST OF ZONING MAPS
Schedule "A" -
Town of Renfrew
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF RENFREW
BY-LAW NUMBER ________________
Being a By-law to regulate the use of lands and the character, location and use of
buildings and structures within the Town of Renfrew pursuant to Section 34 of the
Planning Act.
PREAMBLE
WHEREAS Section 34 of the Planning Act provides that the Council of a local municipality may
pass By-laws to regulate the use of lands and the character, location and use of buildings and
structures;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Renfrew wishes to ensure
proper and orderly development within the limits of the Town of Renfrew;
AND WHEREAS this By-law encompasses all lands within the Town of Renfrew;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Renfrew has deemed it to be
in the public interest that such a By-law be enacted;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Renfrew enacts as follows:
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SECTION 1.0 - AUTHORIZATION AND USAGE
1.1
TITLE
This By-law shall be known and may be cited as the "Zoning By-law" of the Corporation
of the Town of Renfrew.
1.2
SCOPE
1.2.1 Application of By-law
The provisions of this By-law shall apply to all lands within the Town of
Renfrew, except Crown Lands.
1.2.2 Conformity with By-law
No building or structure shall hereafter be erected or altered, nor shall the use of
any building, structure or lot hereafter be changed, in whole or in part, except in
conformity with the provisions of this By-law.
1.2.3 Changes Causing Contravention of By-law
No person shall change the purpose of which any lot, building or structure is used,
or erect any new building or structure or alter any existing building, structure or
lot, or sever any lands from any existing lot, if the effect of such action is to create
a situation where any original, adjoining, remaining or new building, structure or
lot contravenes any of the applicable provisions of this By-law.
1.2.4 Violations of Previous Zoning By-laws
Any use established in violation of a predecessor of this By-law shall be deemed
to have been established unlawfully.
1.2.5 Other Restrictions
This By-law shall not be used or have the effect to reduce or mitigate any other
restrictions by an authority having lawful jurisdiction to make such restrictions.
1.2.6 Permits and Licences
No Municipal permit, certificate or licence shall be issued for a proposed use of
land, including any establishment, enlargement, alteration or change in use of any
building or structure, that contravenes any provision of this By-law.
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1.2.7 Conflict with Other Municipal By-laws
In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between this By-law and any other
By-law of the Corporation, the provisions of this By-law shall prevail.
1.3
ADMINISTRATION
1.3.1 Administrator
This By-law shall be administered by the Planner and/or Chief Building Official,
or by such other persons as Council may designate from time to time for such
purpose.
1.3.2 Inspection
The Planner, Chief Building Official or any officer or employee of the
Corporation assigned the responsibility for enforcing this By-law may at all
reasonable times and upon producing proper identification, enter and inspect any
property on or in respect of which he or she believes a contravention is occurring.
However, such officer shall not enter any room or place actually used as a
dwelling without requesting and obtaining the consent of the occupier, except
under the authority of a search warrant as set out in Section 49 of the Planning
Act.
1.3.3 Violations and Penalties
Every person who contravenes any provision of this By-law on conviction is
liable:
(a)
on a first conviction to a fine of not more than $25,000.00; and
(b)
on a subsequent conviction to a fine of not more than $10,000.00 for each
day or part thereof upon which the contravention has continued after the
day on which the person was first convicted; and
Every corporation which contravenes any provision of this By-law on conviction
is liable:
(c)
on a first conviction to a fine of not more than $50,000.00 and
(d)
on a subsequent conviction to a fine of not more than $25,000.00 for each
day or part thereof upon which the contravention has continued after the
day on which the corporation was first convicted.
Every such penalty described herein is subject to the provisions of Section 67 of
the Planning Act, as amended, and will change from time to time in accordance
with the said Act.
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1.3.4 Remedies
Where a building or structure is or is proposed to be erected, altered or enlarged,
or a building, structure or lot is or is proposed to be used in contravention of any
provision of this By-law, such contravention may be restrained by action at the
insistence of any ratepayer or of the Corporation.
1.3.5 Plans to Accompany Applications
In addition to all of the requirements of the Building Code and this By-law or any
other By-law of the Corporation, every application for a building permit shall be
accompanied by a plan, in duplicate, drawn to scale and showing;
(a)
the true dimensions of the lot to be built upon or otherwise used;
(b)
the location of all existing buildings, structures or uses on the lot;
(c)
the proposed location, height and dimensions of any building, structures or
use proposed for such lot;
(d)
the proposed locations and dimensions of yards, landscaped open spaces,
parking areas and loading spaces required by this By-law;
(e)
a statement, signed by the owner, disclosing the specific existing or
proposed use for each existing or proposed building or structure, and
containing all information necessary to determine if such existing or
proposed building, structure or use conforms to the requirements of this
By-law.
1.4
VALIDATION
1.4.1 Effective Date
This By-law shall come into effect from the date of its passing by Council and
shall come into force in accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act.
1.4.2 Repeal of Existing By-laws
From the coming into force of this By-law, all previous By-laws passed by the
Council(s) of the Town of Renfrew under Section 34 of the Planning Act, or a
predecessor thereof, shall be repealed, except to the extent that any of the said By-
laws prohibit the use of any land, building or structure for a purpose or in a
manner that is also prohibited by this By-law.
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1.4.3 Provisions Validity Separable
A decision of a competent court that one or more of the provisions of this By-law
are invalid in whole or in part does not affect the validity, effectiveness or
enforceability of the other provisions or part of provisions of this By-law.
1.4.4 Schedules to By-law
The Zones set out in this By-law and the boundaries of such Zones are set out on
the maps that are attached hereto and marked as Schedules. The Schedules are
hereby made a part of this By-law as fully and to all intents and purposes as
though recited in full herein.
1.5
INTERPRETATION
1.5.1 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; the word "shall" is mandatory; the word "used" shall
also mean "designed to be used"; and the word "occupied" shall also mean
"designed to be occupied".
1.5.2 Boundaries of Zones
Where uncertainty exists with respect to the boundaries of the various zones as
shown on the Schedules (Zoning maps) attached to this By-law the following
rules shall apply:
(a)
Lot Lines
Where the boundary is not shown to be a street, or other feature but is
shown to substantially follow a lot line, such lot line shall be the Zone
boundary unless specifically indicated otherwise on the Schedule.
(b)
Closed Road, Right-of-Way
In the event that a dedicated road, lane or railway right-of-way shown on
the Schedule is closed, the property formerly in such road, lane or railway
right-of-way shall be included within the Zone of adjoining property on
either side of such closed feature. Where such closed feature formed a
Zone boundary, the new Zone boundary shall be the former centreline of
the closed road, lane or railway right-of-way.
(c)
Shoreline
Where the boundary is shown as following the shoreline of any water
body, the high water mark shall be the Zone boundary.
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(d)
Other Boundaries
Where none of the above interpretations can be applied, then the location
of the boundary shall be determined by scaling from the original
Schedule(s) located in the Municipal offices.
1.5.3 Measurements
Where linear distances, other than those referring to vertical measurements are
specified, such linear distances are measured on a horizontal plane.
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SECTION 2.0 - DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this By-law the definitions and interpretations of this section shall apply.
2.1
ABANDONED means the failure, in the opinion of the Zoning Administrator, to proceed
expeditiously with construction work during any continuous 12 month period.
2.2
ABATTOIR means a building, structure or lot or part thereof used for the slaughter of
livestock or other animals for the purpose of processing or rendering.
2.3
ACCESSORY means a use, or a detached building or structure, that is customarily
incidental, subordinate and exclusively devoted to supporting the principal use,
building or structure and located on the same lot therewith. This does not include
an accessory residence unless otherwise specified.
2.4
ADULT ENTERTAINMENT PARLOUR shall mean any premise or part thereof in
which, in pursuance of a business, trade, calling or occupation, services appealing
to or designed to appeal to erotic or sexual appetites or inclinations, are provided.
This definition does not include the exhibition, rental or sale of film or videos
approved for distribution pursuant to the Theatres Act, or the sale of magazines or
other printed material provided such sale does not contravene any law.
Services appealing to or designed to appeal to erotic or sexual appetites or
inclinations shall mean a performance, exhibition or activity of which a principal
feature or characteristic is the nudity or partial nudity of any person.
2.5
AGGREGATE means gravel, sand, clay, earth, shale, stone, limestone, dolostone,
sandstone, marble, granite and rock other than metallic ores.
2.6
AIRFIELD, PRIVATE means land used for the purpose of the landing, storing, taxiing or
taking-off of private aircraft and uses, buildings and structures accessory thereto,
but not an airport under the regulation of Transport Canada.
2.7
AIRPORT means the use of land licensed by Transport Canada for the landing and take-
off of commercial and/or private aircraft and shall include any buildings or
structures accessory thereto.
2.8
ALTER means any alteration in a bearing wall or partition or column, beam, girder or
other supporting member of a building or structure or any increase in area or
volume of a building or structure. When used in reference to a lot, the word alter
means to decrease the width, depth or area of any required yard, setback,
landscaped open space or parking area, or to change the location of any boundary
of such lot with respect to a street or lane. The words "altered" and "alteration"
shall have a corresponding meaning.
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2.9
AMUSEMENT ARCADE means any premises or part thereof containing four or more
electronic, mechanical pinball or amusement machines operated for gain and
made available for the entertainment or amusement of the general public. This
definition shall not include establishments which sell such devices, provided that
such devices are not made available on the premises for use on a commercial
basis by the public.
2.10
ASPHALT MANUFACTURING PLANT means an industrial facility used for the
production of asphalt for immediate use in the paving of roads and driveways and
the damp-proofing of buildings or structures.
2.11
ASPHALT PLANT, PORTABLE means a facility operated by, or on behalf of, a public
road authority for a particular construction project, with equipment designed to
heat and dry aggregate and to mix aggregate with bituminous asphalt to produce
asphalt paving material and includes the stockpiling and storage of bulk materials
used in the process. Such a facility is not of permanent construction, but is
designed to be dismantled and moved to another location as required.
2.12
ASSEMBLY HALL means a building or part of a building in which facilities are
provided for such purposes as meetings of civic, education, political, religious or
social purposes, and shall include a banquet hall.
2.13
ATTACHED means a building otherwise complete in itself, which depends for structural
support, or complete enclosure, upon a division wall or walls shared in common
with an adjacent building or buildings.
2.14
AUTOMOTIVE-BODY SHOP means a building or structure used for the painting or
repairing of vehicle bodies or fenders, but shall not include a salvage yard.
2.15
AUTOMOTIVE-CAR WASH shall mean a building or structure containing facilities for
washing vehicles, either by production line methods and mechanical services or
by a self-service operation.
2.16
AUTOMOTIVE-COMMERCIAL GARAGE means a building where all functions of an
automotive service station may be carried out and where major repairs of vehicles
may be performed, including body work and welding but shall not include
dismantling of motor vehicles for scrap or the storage of motor vehicles awaiting
scrapping.
*(By-law 23-2021)*
2.17
AUTOMOTIVE-GASOLINE BAR means one or more pump islands, each consisting of
one or more gasoline pumps, and shelter having a floor area of not more than
*100* square metres, excluding washrooms, which shall not be used for the sale
of any product other than liquids and small accessories required for the operation
of motor vehicles and shall not be used for repairs, oil changes or greasing.
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2.18
AUTOMOTIVE-SERVICE STATION means a building or place where gasoline, grease,
anti-freeze, tires, tubes, tire accessories, electric light bulbs, spark plugs and
batteries for motor vehicles are stored or kept for sale, or where motor vehicles
may be oiled, greased or washed, or have their ignition adjusted, tires inflated or
batteries changed, or where only minor or running repairs essential to the actual
operation of motor vehicles are executed or performed.
2.19
AUTOMOTIVE-STORE means an establishment primarily engaged in the retail sale of
vehicle parts, accessories and tools. Accessory uses may include service bays for
performing maintenance repair operations on motor vehicles.
2.20
AUTOMOTIVE-VEHICLE SALES OR RENTAL ESTABLISHMENT means an
establishment having as its main use the storage of vehicles for sale or the storage
of vehicles for rent or lease. Accessory uses may include facilities for the repair
or maintenance of such vehicles.
2.21
AUTOMOTIVE PUMP ISLAND shall mean a concrete base, raised at least 10
centimetres above the vehicle travelled portion of an area adjacent to gasoline or
similar fuel dispensing equipment, upon which dispensing equipment is mounted.
2.22
BASEMENT means that portion of a building between two floor levels which is partly
underground but which has more than 50% of its height from finished floor to
finished ceiling above adjacent finished grade.
2.23
BASEMENT, WALKOUT means that portion of a building which is partly underground,
but which has more than 50% of the floor area not greater than 0.6 metres below
grade or which has an entrance and exit at finished floor level. This definition
shall only apply in an area where natural terrain permits construction of a walkout
basement.
2.24
BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT means an owner-occupied single-
detached dwelling in which there are up to three rooms for rent as short-term
accommodation for tourists or vacationers, and may include the provision of
meals. The Bed and Breakfast use shall remain subordinate to the primary use of
the building as a single-detached dwelling. This definition does not include any
other establishment defined in this By-law.
2.25
BERM means a landscaped mound of earth.
2.26
BOARDING HOUSE means a dwelling in which the proprietor resides and supplies for
gain, more than three bedrooms for boarders and may include the provision of
meals. Rooming house shall have a corresponding meaning.
2.27
BOAT DOCKING OR LAUNCHING FACILITY means a structure for the mooring or
launching of boats or watercraft, attached to or forming part of the mainland or
used in conjunction with a use on the mainland.
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ILLUSTRATION OF BASEMENT, WALKOUT BASEMENT AND
CELLAR DEFINITIONS
Note: The above illustrations are for clarification purposes only.
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2.28
BOATHOUSE means a detached one-storey, accessory building or structure which is
designed or used for the sheltering of a boat or other form of water transportation
and the storage of household equipment incidental to the residential use of the
property and shall not be used for human habitation nor contain food preparation
or sanitary facilities.
*(By-law 23-2021)*
*2.29 BREW PUB means an eating establishment which includes, as an accessory use, the
small-scale manufacturing of specialty or craft beer, wine or spirits produced for
retail sale and consumption on or off-premises.*
2.30
BUFFER STRIP means an area to be used only for the purpose of screening land,
buildings or other structures by the planting and maintenance of trees or shrubs or
the construction and maintenance of a berm.
2.31
BUILDING means any structure used or designed to be used for shelter, accommodation
or enclosure of persons, animals or chattels.
2.32
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.
2.33
BUILDING SUPPLY STORE means an establishment engaged in the selling of building
supplies including lumber, siding, roofing, electrical, heating and similar items.
2.34
CABIN, SLEEP means a building containing not more than two sleeping rooms, which
building shall not include cooking facilities.
2.35
CALL CENTRE means a building or part of a building engaged primarily in service
transactions electronically or through a communication medium and without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, may include such establishments as credit
card information centres, virtual banking services, on-line services and telephone
solicitation services, but shall not include any walk-in or off-the-street traffic or
any retail or manufacturing of goods for sales.
2.36
CAMP, RECREATION means a recreational establishment operated by a private or
public organization where children and/or adults are temporarily accommodated
in tents, cabins, cottages and/or lodge houses and shall include a church camp, a
day camp or a scout camp but does not include any tourist establishment or
mobile home park.
2.37
CAMPING ESTABLISHMENT means a tourist establishment consisting of at least five
camping lots and comprising land used or maintained as grounds for the camping
or parking of recreational vehicles and tents.
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2.38
CATERING ESTABLISHMENT shall mean a building or structure or part thereof used
for the preparation of meals to be delivered for consumption off the premises,
which meals are not served to customers on the premises or to take out, and may
include the rental of accessories such as dishes, glasses and cutlery.
2.39
CELLAR means the portion of a building between two floor levels, which is partly or
wholly underground but which has more than 50% of its height from finished
floor to finished ceiling, below adjacent finished grade.
2.40
CEMETERY means a cemetery, columbarium or mausoleum within the meaning of the
Cemetery Act of Ontario.
2.41
CHURCH means a building commonly used by any religious organization as defined in
the Religious Organizations' Lands Act, R.S.O. 1990 as amended, for public
worship, and may include a rectory or manse, church hall, auditorium, day
nursery or religious school associated with or accessory thereto.
2.42
CLINIC means a building or part thereof, used exclusively by physicians, dentists, their
staff, and their patients for the purpose of consultation, diagnosis and office
treatment. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, a clinic may include
administrative offices, waiting rooms, treatment rooms, laboratories, pharmacies
and dispensaries directly associated with the clinic, but shall not include
accommodation for in-patient care or operating rooms.
*(By-law 93-2022)*
*2.43 COACH HOUSE means a type of secondary dwelling unit that is located in a standalone
structure, detached from the primary dwelling unit.*2.44
COMMUNITY
CENTRE means any tract of land or buildings or any part of any buildings used
for community activities whether used for commercial purposes or not, and the
control of which is vested in the municipality, a local board or agent thereof.
2.45
CONCRETE MANUFACTURING PLANT means an industrial facility used for the
production of concrete for immediate use in the construction of buildings,
structures, roads or driveways. This definition also means the manufacturing of
finished concrete products and may include the retail sale of such products.
2.46
CONSTRUCT means to do anything in the erection, installation, extension or material
alteration or repair of a building and includes the installation of a building unit
fabricated or moved from elsewhere and "construction" has a corresponding
meaning.
2.47
CONTRACTOR'S YARD OR SHOP means an area of land of a contractor of any
building or construction trade where equipment and materials are stored, or where
a contractor performs shop or assembly work but does not include any other yard
or establishment otherwise defined or classified herein.
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2.48
CONVENIENCE STORE means a retail commercial establishment supplying groceries,
sundries and other daily household necessities to the immediate surrounding area.
2.49
CORPORATION means the Corporation of the Town of Renfrew.
2.50
DAY CARE (Private Dwelling) means care provided to five children or fewer under 10
years of age, in a private residence other than the home of the parent/guardian of
the child.
2.51
DAY NURSERY means a building or part thereof duly licensed by the Province of
Ontario for use as a facility for the day-time care of children.
2.52
DENSITY shall mean the ratio of dwelling units to one net hectare of lot area. Net
hectare means residential building land plus any required off-street parking area,
but does not include road allowances or land used for other permitted uses.
2.53
DRIVEWAY means a vehicle access provided between a street or lane and a parking area
or a loading space, or between two parking areas, but does not include a parking
aisle.
2.54
DRY CLEANING ESTABLISHMENT shall mean a building where dry cleaning, dry
dyeing, cleaning or pressing of articles of clothing, goods, or fabrics is carried on
and may include an area for the purpose of receiving articles of clothing, goods or
fabrics.
2.55
DWELLING means a building or part of a building containing one or more dwelling
units.
2.56
DWELLING, SINGLE DETACHED means a single dwelling unit which is freestanding,
separate and detached from other main buildings or main structures and includes a
prefabricated single dwelling unit but does not include a mobile home.
2.57
DWELLING, SEMI-DETACHED means a building that is divided vertically into two
separate dwelling units each of which has an independent entrance either directly
from the outside or from a common vestibule.
2.58
DWELLING, DUPLEX means a building that is divided horizontally into two separate
dwelling units each of which has an independent entrance either directly from
outside or through a common vestibule.
2.59
DWELLING, TRIPLEX means a building that is divided horizontally into three separate
dwelling units each of which has an independent entrance either directly from
outside or through a common vestibule.
2.60
DWELLING, TWO UNIT (THREE UNIT OR FOUR UNIT) means a building
containing two dwelling units (or three dwelling units or four dwelling units).
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2.61
DWELLING, MULTIPLE ATTACHED means a building that is divided vertically into
four or more dwelling units, each of which has a separate and independent
entrance at finished grade and separated from the adjoining unit or units by a
common unpierced wall with no interior access between each dwelling unit.
Townhouse shall have a corresponding meaning.
2.62
DWELLING, APARTMENT means the whole of a building not otherwise defined
herein, which contains five or more dwelling units served by a common entrance
or by an independent entrance directly from the outside in which the occupants
have the right to use in common any corridors, stairs or elevators contained
therein, and the yards appurtenant thereto.
2.63
DWELLING, CONVERTED means a dwelling built prior to 1960 with a minimum
dwelling unit area of 186 square metres, the interior of which has been altered or
converted, so as to provide therein, not more than six dwelling units, none of
which shall be located in the cellar of the dwelling.
2.64
DWELLING UNIT means a suite of habitable rooms which:
(a)
is located in a building;
(b)
is used or intended to be used in common by one or more persons as a
single, independent and separate housekeeping establishment;
(c)
contains food preparation and sanitary facilities provided for the exclusive
common use of the occupants thereof; and
(d)
has a private entrance directly from outside the building or from a
common hallway or stairway inside the building.
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2.65
DWELLING UNIT, ACCESSORY means a dwelling unit accessory to a permitted non-
residential use.
*(By-law 23-2021)*
2.66
DWELLING UNIT AREA means the aggregate of the floor area of all habitable rooms,
hallways and lobbies within a dwelling unit, including the thickness of any
exterior walls, and, *with the exception of buildings containing one dwelling unit
(i.e., single-detached dwellings), may include that portion of basement or cellar
floor area containing habitable rooms, hallways and lobbies (excluding floor area
used for mechanical, storage, unfinished areas, and other non-habitable rooms).*
*(By-law 93-2022)*
*2.67 DWELLING UNIT, PRIMARY means a single-detached dwelling, a townhouse
dwelling unit, or a semi-detached dwelling unit, but does not include a garden
suite, a boarding house, a converted dwelling, a coach house, an accessory
dwelling unit, or any other dwelling unit type as defined in this bylaw.
2.68
DWELLING UNIT, SECONDARY means a second self-contained residential dwelling
unit, subordinate to a primary dwelling unit, in which food preparation, eating,
living, sleeping and sanitary facilities are provided for the exclusive use of the
occupants thereof, which my be located within the primary dwelling unit, or
within structures accessory to the primary dwelling unit such as a garage or other
detached structure but does not include a garden suite of an accessory dwelling
unit as defined in this By-law.*
*(By-law 23-2021)*
2.69
EATING ESTABLISHMENT means a building or part of a building where food *or
beverage* is offered for sale or sold to the public for consumption and includes a
restaurant, cafe, cafeteria, ice cream parlour, tea or lunch room, dairy bar, coffee
shop, snack bar, *and brew pub* but does not include a boarding house.
*(By-law 23-2021)*
2.70
EATING ESTABLISHMENT, TAKE-OUT means a building or structure used for the
sale of food to the general public and from which food *or beverage* is made
available to the customer from within the building. This does not include a
refreshment vehicle. No provision is made for consumption of food *or beverage*
on the site.
2.71
EQUIPMENT SALES AND RENTAL ESTABLISHMENT shall mean a building or
structure, or part thereof, in which heavy machinery or equipment is offered or
kept for sale, rent, lease, or hire under agreement for compensation.
2.72
ERECT means build, construct, reconstruct, alter, enlarge or relocate and without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, shall include any preliminary physical
operations such as cutting, grading, excavating, berming, piling, cribbing, filling
or drainage, or any altering of any existing building by an addition, deletion,
enlargement, extension or other structural change.
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2.73
ESTABLISHED BUILDING LINE means the average distance from the street line to
existing buildings on the same side of a street within 150 metres of a lot, where a
minimum of 3 dwellings have been built within this area prior to the date of
passing of this By-law. Where the established building line is being calculated for
water setback, the average distance is to be measured in accordance with the
foregoing, except that it will be calculated using the distances between the high
water mark and existing buildings.
2.74
EXISTING means existing as of the date of final passing of this By-law.
2.75
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL FACILITY means a building, structure or facility used
for processing aggregate and includes the screening, sorting, crushing, storing and
other similar operations allied to an extractive industrial operation.
2.76
FACTORY OUTLET means a building accessory to a permitted industrial use where the
products manufactured by that industry are kept and offered for wholesale or
retail sale.
2.77
FAIRGROUND shall mean a place, building, or part of a building, used for the purpose
of outdoor fairs, shows, displays, exhibitions, sporting events, bingos, horse
racing, day nursery, and other general assembly types of uses.
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ILLUSTRATION OF DWELLING TYPES
DETACHED
SEMI-DETACHED
DUPLEX
MULTIPLE ATTACHED
Note: The above illustrations are for clarification purposes only.
UNIT
UNIT A
UNIT B
UNIT A
UNIT B
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2.78
FARM means land used for the tillage of soil; the growing and harvesting of field crops,
vegetables, fruits, horticultural crops and trees; the grazing, breeding, raising,
boarding or training of livestock and horses; dairying; beekeeping, fish farming;
any other operation that is normal farming practice; and includes one farm
dwelling as well as barns, sheds and other accessory structures. A farm use
includes a hobby farm.
2.79
FARM IMPLEMENT SALES AND SERVICES ESTABLISHMENT shall mean an
establishment having as its main use the storage and display of farm implements
for sale which may include facilities for the repair or maintenance of farm
equipment.
2.80
FARM LIMITED means land used for growing and harvesting field, bush, vine, forest or
tree crops or grazing and does not include a farm dwelling and accessory
buildings and uses.
2.81
FARM PRODUCE SALES OUTLET means a stand set up as an accessory use on a farm,
used for the sale or produce from that same agricultural use.
2.82
FINANCIAL INSTITUTION shall mean a bank, trust company, credit union, or similar
business or institution.
2.83
FLOOD means a temporary rise in the water level resulting in the inundation of areas that
are adjacent to a water course and not ordinarily covered by water.
2.84
FLOOD FRINGE means the outer portion of the flood plain between the floodway and
the upper elevation of the flood plain limit. Depths and velocities of flooding are
generally less severe in the flood fringe than those experienced in the floodway.
2.85
FLOOD PLAIN means the area of land within a watershed which is subject to inundation
during a flooding event. This area shall be calculated as being the area that would
be flooded with an expected average frequency of once in a hundred years. Lands
subject to flooding shall have a corresponding meaning.
2.86
FLOODPROOFED means the installation of power service metering equipment, major
electrical appliances, etc., such that they are not located below the flood plain
design elevation but this does not prohibit the installation of electrical wall outlets
equipped with ground fault plugs; the design and installation of heating, air
conditioning, ventilation, plumbing, sewer and water systems which consider
flood susceptibility; sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems having openings
below the flood plain elevation which are provided with automatic back flow
preventers; water supply systems which are designed to prevent contamination by
flood waters; fuel-fired furnaces which are provided with float operated automatic
control valves which shut off the fuel supply in the event of flooding; septic
systems which are designed to operate during flood conditions and which prevent
sewer discharges which could result in a health hazard; and no building openings
below the regulatory flood elevation.
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2.87
FLOODWAY means the channel of a watercourse and the inner portion of the flood plain
adjacent to the watercourse where flood depths and velocities are more severe
than in the flood fringe. These flood depths and velocities are considered to have
the potential to threaten lives and/or damage property.
2.88
FLOOR AREA GROSS means, for a dwelling, the total area of the storeys exclusive of
basements, cellars, attic, garages, sunrooms, unenclosed verandas or porches; and
for a building other than a dwelling, the total area of all the floors contained
within the outside walls of the building. Only that floor area having a clear height
to the ceiling of at least 2.25 metres may be used to calculate floor area.
2.89
FLOOR AREA, GROSS LEASABLE means the total floor area of a building including
basements, mezzanines and upper floors, minus common areas including public
walkways, malls, public toilets, truck and service facilities, joint service facilities,
elevator shafts and lobbies, boiler rooms, maintenance rooms, mechanical or
electrical or utility rooms and any parking for autos within the building.
2.90
FLOOR AREA, NET means only the habitable or useable floor space in a building
exclusive of any foyer, hallways, stairwell, closet, washroom or toilet room and
shall be measured from the inside walls.
*(By-law 93-2022)*
*2.91 FOOTPRINT means the area of the ground floor of a building, measured from the
exterior of the outermost walls, including an attached garage but excluding any projections. *
2.92
FRONTAGE see LOT FRONTAGE.
2.93
FORESTRY means the management, development and cultivation of timber resources to
ensure the continuous production of wood or wood products, provision of proper
environmental conditions for wildlife, protection against floods and erosion,
protection and production of water supplies, and preservation of the recreation
resources.
2.94
FUEL STORAGE TANK means a tank for the bulk storage of petroleum gasoline, fuel
oil, gas or inflammable liquid or fluid but does not include a container for
inflammable liquid or fluid legally and properly kept in a retail store or a tank for
storage merely incidental to some other use of the premises where such tank is
located.
2.95
FURNITURE OR WOOD PRODUCTS SHOP means an establishment where items are
constructed primarily from wood, including such products as cabinets, furniture,
caskets, trim, or sash and door works.
2.96
FUNERAL HOME means any premises where preparation of a human body for
internment or cremation is undertaken.
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2.97
GARAGE, PRIVATE means an enclosed or partially enclosed structure in which no
business, occupation or service is conducted for profit, and which structure is used
primarily for the storage of one or more vehicles and storage of household
equipment incidental to the residential occupancy. Carport shall have a
corresponding meaning.
2.98
GARAGE, PUBLIC means a municipal or provincial facility used for the storage and
servicing of road construction and maintenance equipment and materials.
2.99
GARDEN CENTRE means an establishment primarily used for the retail sale of
gardening equipment, products and planting materials, including greenhouses for
the cultivation of such materials.
2.100 GOLF COURSE means a public or private area operated for the purpose of playing golf
and includes a par 3 golf course, an accessory clubhouse and an accessory driving
range, but does not include a driving range as the principal use, or a miniature
golf course.
2.101 GRADE shall mean when used with reference to a building, the average elevation of the
finished surface of the ground where it meets the exterior of the front of such
building and when used with reference to a structure, shall mean the average
elevation of the finished surface of the ground immediately surrounding such
structure, exclusive in both cases of any artificial embankment, and when used
with reference to a street, road or highway, means the elevation of the street, road
or highway, means the elevation of the street, road or highway, established by the
Town of Renfrew or other designated road authority.
2.102 GRAVEL PIT means any open excavation made for the removal of any soil, earth, clay,
marl, sand, gravel or unconsolidated rock or mineral in order to supply material
for construction, manufacturing or industrial purposes.
2.103 GROUP HOME means a single housekeeping unit in a residential dwelling in which up
to ten unrelated residents, excluding staff or the receiving household, live as a
household under responsible supervision consistent with the requirements of its
residents and which is licensed or approved under Provincial statute.
2.104 HAULED SEWAGE means untreated sanitary waste from a septic tank, privy or holding
tank.
2.105 HEIGHT means, when used with reference to a building, the vertical distance between
the average elevation of the finished surface of the ground at the front of the
building and,
(a)
in the case of a flat roof, the highest point of the roof surface or the
parapet, whichever is the greater;
(b)
in the case of a mansard roof, the deck roof line;
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(c)
in the case of a gable, hip or gambrel roof, the mean height between the
eaves and the ridge; and
(d)
in the case of any other type of roof, the highest point of the roof surface.
2.106 HIGH WATER MARK means the mark made by the action of water under natural
conditions on the shore or bank of water, which action has been so common and
usual and so long continued that it has created a difference between the character
of the vegetation or soil on one side of the mark and the character of the
vegetation or soil on the other side of the mark.
2.107 HOME DISPLAY AND SALES OUTLET means an establishment or premises where
prefabricated dwellings including cottages and mobile homes are erected or
located for display purposes only and from which orders can be placed for the
purchase and delivery of such dwellings or parts and accessories associated
therewith.
2.108 HOME FOR THE AGED means a "home for the aged" as defined under the Homes for
the Aged and Rest Homes Act, as amended from time to time.
2.109 HOME OCCUPATION means any occupation for gain or support, which is carried on as
an accessory use within a dwelling unit by person(s) permanently residing in the
dwelling unit. One employee, other than a permanent resident of the dwelling
will be permitted to be employed. Such home occupation uses may include, but
are not limited to a service or repair shop; a personal service shop; the office or
consulting room of a doctor, dentist, chiropractor, drug-less practitioner, lawyer,
real estate agent, insurance agent, engineer, planner, architect, photographer; an
art, dance, music instructor or teacher limited to two pupils at any one time; a
tradesman or contractor including but not limited to a builder, carpenter,
electrician, general handyman, mason, plumber, roofer, etc., all without any
storage of equipment and materials outside of the dwelling; but does not include a
clinic, a hospital, a nursing home, a tea room, kennel, a taxi business or a small
internal combustion engine repair shop.
2.110 HOTEL means a tourist establishment with one or more than one building containing
four or more accommodation units grouped under one roof and accessible from
the interior or partially from the exterior. MOTEL shall have a corresponding
meaning.
2.111 HUMAN HABITATION AND OCCUPATION means the use or intended use of a
building or part of a building by persons for sleeping purposes.
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ILLUSTRATION FOR HEIGHT DEFINITIONS
Note: The above illustrations are for clarification purposes only.
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2.112 INDUSTRIAL MALL shall mean a building or group of buildings designed, developed,
owned, and managed as a unit containing three or more separated spaces for lease
or occupancy by permitted industrial uses as established by this By-law.
2.113 INSTITUTIONAL USE means the use of buildings or structures for a public or non-
profit purpose and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, may include
such uses as schools, places of worship, indoor recreational facilities, community
centre, hospitals, hospices and government buildings.
2.114 LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE means open space comprised of lawn and/or ornamental
shrubs, flowers and trees and may include space occupied by paths, walks, courts
and patios, berms and retaining walls, but shall not include parking areas, traffic
aisles, driveways, ramps or storage of equipment, vehicles or other materials.
2.115 LANE means a public thoroughfare which affords only a secondary means of access to
abutting lots and which is not intended for general traffic circulation.
2.116 LAUNDROMAT means a building or structure where coin-operated laundry machines,
using only water, detergents and additives are made available to the public for the
purpose of laundry cleaning.
2.117 LIVESTOCK means chickens, turkeys, cattle, hogs, mink, rabbits, sheep, horses, goats or
any domestic animal used or raised for consumption or for commercial purposes.
2.118 LIVESTOCK FACILITY means barns, buildings or structures where livestock are
housed and shall also include beef feedlots and the associated manure storage
facilities.
2.119 LOADING SPACE shall mean a space or bay located on a lot which is used or intended
to be used for the temporary parking of any commercial vehicle while loading or
unloading goods, merchandise or materials, used in connection with the use of the
lot or any building thereon, and which has unobstructed access not necessarily in
a straight line, to a street or lane.
2.120 LODGE HOUSE means a building in which bedrooms, common areas, dining areas,
games areas and meals are available for the guests of an establishment.
2.121 LOT means a parcel or tract of land:
(a)
which is a whole lot as shown on a Registered Plan of Subdivision, but a
Registered Plan of Subdivision for the purposes of this paragraph does not
include a Registered Plan of Subdivision which has been deemed not to be
a Registered Plan of Subdivision under a By-law passed pursuant to
Section 50 of The Planning Act.
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(b)
which is a separate parcel of land the owner of which does not retain the
fee or equity of redemption in, or a power or right to grant, assign, or
exercise a power of appointment with respect to any abutting land, or
(c)
the description of which is the same as in a deed, which has been given
consent pursuant to the Planning Act.
2.122 LOT AREA means the total horizontal area within the lot lines of a lot. In the case of a
corner lot having street lines rounding at the corner with a radius of 6 metres, or
less, the lot area of such land shall be calculated as if the lot lines were produced
to their point of intersection.
2.123 LOT, CORNER means a lot situated at the intersection of two or more streets, or upon
two parts of the same street, the adjacent sides of which street or streets (or, in the
case of a curved corner, the tangents at the street extremities of the side lot lines)
contain an angle of not more than 135 degrees. In the case of a curved corner, the
corner of the lot shall be that point on the street line nearest to the point of
intersection of the said tangents.
2.124 LOT COVERAGE means the percentage of the lot area covered by buildings and
structures, including accessory buildings and structures.
2.125 LOT FRONTAGE means the horizontal distance between the side lot lines measured
along the front lot line. Where the front lot line is not a straight line, or where the
side lot lines are not parallel, the lot frontage shall be measured along a line 7.5
metres back from and parallel to the street line.
2.126 LOT, INTERIOR means a lot situated between adjacent lots and having access to one
street.
2.127 LOT LINE means any boundary of a lot or a vertical projection thereof.
2.128 LOT LINE, FRONT means the lot line that divides the lot from the street or street
allowance or private road with the following clarifications:
(a)
in the case of a corner lot, the shorter lot line that abuts the street shall be
deemed the front lot line and the longer lot line that abuts the street shall
be deemed the side lot line;
(b)
in the case of a corner lot with two street lines of equal lengths, the lot line
that abuts the wider street or abuts a Provincial Highway or abuts a
County Road shall be deemed to be the front lot line, and in the case of
both streets being under the same jurisdiction, or of the same width, the lot
line where the principal access to the lot is approved shall be deemed to be
the front lot line;
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(c)
in the case of a corner lot abutting a 0.3 metre reserve the lot line so
abutting the 0.3 metre reserve shall be deemed an exterior side lot line and
the other line abutting the street shall be deemed the front lot line;
(d)
in the case of a through lot, the longer boundary dividing the lot from the
street shall be deemed to be the front line and the opposite shorter
boundary shall be deemed to be the rear lot line. In case each of such lot
lines should be of equal length the lot line where the principal access to
the lot is approved shall be deemed to be the front lot line.
2.129 LOT LINE, REAR means, in the case of a lot having four or more lot lines, the lot line
furthest from and opposite to the front lot line. In the case of a lot with less than
four lot lines, there shall be deemed to be no rear lot lines.
2.130 LOT LINE, SIDE means a lot line other than a front or rear lot line.
2.131 LOT OF RECORD shall mean a lot legally capable of being conveyed from one person
to another person as of the date of passing of this By-law.
2.132 LOT, THROUGH means a lot bounded on two opposite sides by a street. If any lot
qualifies as being both a "Lot, Corner" and a "Lot, Through" as hereinbefore
defined, such lot shall be deemed a "Lot, Corner" for the purpose of this By-law.
2.133 MAIN BUILDING means a building in which the principal use is conducted on the lot on
which the building is located. In the residential zone the dwelling is the main
building.
2.134 MAIN WALL shall mean the exterior front, side, or rear wall of a building, and all
structural members essential to the support of a fully enclosed space or roof.
2.135 MANUFACTURING PLANT means a building or structure in which a product is
fabricated or materials are processed or assembled and from which such product
is shipped to a wholesale or retail outlet.
2.136 MANUFACTURING PLANT, LIGHT means a building or structure in which materials
or component parts are manufactured, assembled or processed to produce finished
products suitable for the retail trade but does not include any industry involving
stamping presses, furnaces or other machinery that emits dirt, dust or noxious
fumes into the air or that results in noise or vibration beyond the property in
excess of Ministry of the Environment guidelines.
2.137 MARINA means a building, structure or place, containing docking facilities and located
on a water body, where boats and boat accessories are berthed, stored, serviced,
repaired or kept for sale or rent and where facilities for the sale of marine fuels
and lubricants may be provided.
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2.138 MEAT PRODUCTS PLANT means a canned meat factory, sausage factory, meat
processing plant and any other factory where meat or poultry are cooked, cured,
smoked or otherwise processed or packed but does not include a stock-yard,
abattoir, tannery or hide processing plant, a poultry-killing establishment, an
animal food factory or an animal by-products plant.
2.139 MINI STORAGE ESTABLISHMENT means one or more than one building containing
separate spaces of varying sizes that are offered by lease or rent to persons for the
storage of chattels. Self-service storage building shall have a corresponding
meaning.
2.140 MOBILE HOME means any dwelling that is designed to be made mobile and constructed
or manufactured to be used in like manner as a single detached dwelling for the
permanent accommodation of one or more persons, notwithstanding that the
running gear is or may be removed, or that such dwelling is or may be fixed on a
finished and permanent foundation or has become in any other manner so adapted
and affixed to the land upon which it is situated that it is, or has become, an
immobile and permanent structure, and includes any mobile home as defined in
Section 46(1) of the Planning Act amended from time to time, or any successors
thereto.
2.141 MOTEL means a tourist establishment with one or more than one building containing
four or more accommodation units grouped under one roof and accessible from
the interior or partially from the exterior. HOTEL shall have a corresponding
meaning.
2.142 MUTUAL DRIVEWAY means an ingress or egress that is common to two or more
owners of abutting lands as a right-of-way registered against the title of the lands.
2.143 NAVIGABLE WATERWAY means a navigable body of water or stream as deemed
under the Navigable Waters Protection Act.
2.144 NON-CONFORMING means that which does not conform, comply or agree with the
regulations of this Bylaw as of the date of final passing thereof.
2.145 NURSERY See GARDEN CENTRE.
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2.146 NURSING HOME means a nursing home as defined under the Nursing Home Act, as
amended from time to time, but does not include a retirement home. Long Term
Care Facility shall have a corresponding meaning.
2.147 OFFICE, BUSINESS means an office where one or more persons are employed in the
management, direction or conducting of any agency, business, brokerage, labour
or fraternal organization and shall include a newspaper plant, a radio and
television broadcasting studio or theatre.
2.148 OFFICE, PROFESSIONAL means any office where professionally qualified persons,
technical assistants and clerical staff are employed and where clients or patients
seek advice, consultation, or treatment. Notwithstanding the foregoing, said
office shall not be a hospital or any other use defined herein.
2.14 9 OPEN STORAGE means storage or display of raw materials, goods, merchandise,
equipment, or other materials which are not inside a building or structure.
Enclosure of an area by a fence or a canopy or roofed structure shall not be
construed as an enclosed building.
2.150 OUTDOOR AIR CONDITIONING UNIT means an outdoor air conditioner that is
located to the exterior of the building it serves.
2.151 OUTDOOR FURNACE means a solid fuel burning appliance located outside of the
building it serves and is used for the space heating of buildings and/or domestic
water heating and does not include the incineration of waste as defined in Section
25 of the Environmental Protection Act, c.E.19., R.S.O. 1990.
2.1 52 PARK means a recreational area that consists largely of open space and which may
include a picnic area, swimming pool or area, playground, play field or similar
use, but shall not include a mobile home park or recreational vehicle park.
2.153 PARK, PRIVATE means a park other than a public park.
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2.15 4
PARK, PUBLIC means a park owned or controlled by the Corporation or by any
Ministry, Board, Commission or Authority established under any statute of
Ontario or Canada.
2.15 5 PARKING AREA means an area provided for the parking of motor vehicles and
encompassing at least the required number of parking spaces and all driveways,
aisles, manoeuvring areas, entrances, exits and similar areas for access to parking
spaces, but shall not include any part of a street or private road.
2.156 PARKING LOT, COMMERCIAL means a parking lot forming the principal use of a lot.
*(By-law 23-2021)*
2.157 PARKING SPACE means an area of not less than 16.2 square metres measuring 2.7
metres by 6.0 metres, exclusive of driveways or aisles, for the temporary parking
or storage of motor vehicles. Each barrier-free parking space shall *comply with
provincial requirements.*
2.158 PERMITTED means permitted by this By-law.
2.159 PERSON means an individual, an association, a chartered organization, a firm, a
partnership or a corporation.
2.160 PLACE OF ENTERTAINMENT means an athletic, recreational or social club operated
for gain or profit as well as a motion picture or other theatre, auditorium, billiard
or pool room, bowling alley, ice or roller skating rink, curling rink, or dance hall,
but does not include any place of entertainment or recreation otherwise defined or
classified in this By-law.
2.161 PORTABLE GARAGE means a supporting metal or wood framework with a fabric
cover made of canvas, nylon, clear plastic or similar material for the storage of
one or more vehicles and storage of household equipment incidental to the
residential occupancy.
2.162 PRINTING ESTABLISHMENT shall mean a building or part of a building in which a
business is operated involving the duplicating, photographing, engraving, and
reproduction of paper and stationary supplies by mechanical means for sale.
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2.163 PRIVATE ROAD means a registered right-of-way not dedicated and accepted as, or
otherwise deemed at law to be a public highway, that serves as a privately
maintained motor vehicle access-route to one or more abutting, legally
conveyable parcels of land.
2.164 PRIVATE CLUB means a building or part of a building used as a meeting and social
place exclusively for members of a chartered organization and their guests, and
shall include a fraternal lodge (for example, Free Masons), a fraternity or sorority
house, hostel, and a labour union hall.
2.165 PROPANE TANK shall mean a structure consisting of a tank used for the storage of
propane gas for heating a building.
2.166 PROVINCIALLY SIGNIFICANT WETLAND means an area identified as Provincially
Significant by the Ministry of Natural Resources using evaluation procedures
established by the Province.
2.167 PUBLIC AUTHORITY means the Council and any School Board, Public Utility
Commission, Transportation Commission, Public Library Board, Board of Parks
Management, Board of Health, Planning Committee or other board or commission
or committee of the Town of Renfrew established or exercising any power or
authority under any general or special statutes of Ontario with respect to any of
the affairs or purposes of the Municipality or a portion thereof, and includes any
committee or local authority established by By-law of the Municipality.
2.168 PUBLIC BUILDING means any building or structure owned or leased by a municipal
corporation, the County of Renfrew, Province of Ontario or the Government of
Canada and in which government activities are carried out.
2.169 PUBLIC UTILITY means a waterworks, a water supply system, sewage works, electrical
power or energy generating, transmission or distribution system, street lighting
system, natural or artificial gas works or supply system or a telephone system, and
includes any lands, buildings or equipment required for the administration or
operation of any such system.
2.170 QUARRY means any open excavation made for the removal of any consolidated rock or
mineral including limestone, sandstone or shale, in order to supply material for
construction, industrial or manufacturing purposes, but shall not include an
excavation incidental to the erection of a building or structure for which a
building permit has been granted by the Corporation or an excavation incidental
to the construction of any public works.
2.171 RECREATION, ACTIVE means the use of land, water and/or building for the purpose of
organized active leisure activities and shall include an arena, a golf course, a
sports field, and motorized vehicle trails.
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2.172 RECREATION, PASSIVE means the use of land and/or water for the purpose of passive
leisure activity and shall include a park, a garden, a picnic area and the like, trails,
as well as a playground with activity equipment for children.
2.173 RECREATIONAL VEHICLE means a structure or vehicle designed, intended and used
as accommodation exclusively for travel, recreation and vacation and which is
either capable of being drawn by a passenger vehicle or is self-propelled and shall
include travel trailers, park model trailers, tent trailers, vans, motor homes, and
similar transportable accommodation excepting a mobile home. Snowmobiles, all
types of boats or vessels, trail bikes, all terrain vehicles, and similar vehicles
which cannot be classified as motor vehicles, and the trailers designed to
accommodate them, shall also be considered as recreational vehicles.
2.174 RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SALES ESTABLISHMENT shall mean a building,
structure, or lot used for the display and sale of recreational vehicles and includes
the servicing or repairing of said vehicles.
2.175 RECYCLING TRANSFER STATION shall mean an establishment, lot, or premises used
for the temporary storage, handling, sorting, and compacting, or any combination
thereof, in preparation for transfer to a processing facility, of materials for reuse,
which without limiting the generality of the foregoing shall include waste paper,
cardboard, glass, plastics, domestic tin, metal, and aluminium containers.
2.176 REFRESHMENT VEHICLE means a vehicle so designed as to be capable of being used
and is used for the purpose of the sale or other dispensing of food or beverages
intended for consumption by the general public, but shall not include such
vehicles used principally as mobile canteens.
2.177 RETIREMENT HOME shall mean a building or structure providing accommodation
primarily for retired persons, with or without meals, each with their own private
or semi-private room, where common lounges, recreation rooms, eating and
medical care facilities may be provided, and which building or structure is
maintained by a staff and in which residents are ambulatory and do not require
on-going bed care, although some minor nursing, medical, or similar care may be
provided, but shall not include a nursing home, hotel, motel or hospital.
2.178 REQUIRED means required by this By-law. REQUIREMENT shall have a
corresponding meaning.
2.179 RESORT means a tourist establishment catering to the vacationing public, designed as a
destination-oriented operation and/or being within an area recognized as a
destination for vacations, and providing meals and sleeping accommodations that
may consist of lodge houses, guest rooms or cottages, but shall not include any
other use defined herein.
2.180 RESTAURANT see EATING ESTABLISHMENT.
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2.181 RETAIL STORE means a building or part of a building in which goods, wares,
merchandise, substance, articles or things are offered or kept for sale or rent at
retail, but does not include any establishment otherwise defined herein or
specifically named elsewhere in this By-law.
2.182 ROAD see STREET.
2.183 ROOM, HABITABLE means a room which:
(a)
is located within a dwelling unit:
(b)
is designed for living, sleeping or eating or for sanitary purposes;
(c)
can be used at all times throughout the year; and
*(By-law 23-2021)*
(d)
*complies with all Ontario Building Code requirements.*
2.184 ROOM, NON-HABITABLE means any room located within a dwelling unit that is not a
habitable room, including, but not so as to limit the generality of the foregoing, a
laundry room, a pantry, a lobby, a stairway, a closet, a verandah, a recreation
room, a porch, a balcony, a private garage, an unfinished attic, ** a boiler room
and any space used for the service and maintenance of such dwelling or for
vertical travel between storeys.
2.185 SALVAGE YARD means a lot and/or premises for the storage and/or handling and/or
sale of scrap or used materials, which, without limiting the generality of the
foregoing, shall include waste paper, rags, wood, bottles, bicycles, vehicles, tires,
metal and/or other scrap material and salvage,*and* includes a junk yard, scrap
metal yard and a wrecking *establishment,* including ancillary automotive sales
and service establishment and premises.
2.186 SCHOOL means a school under the jurisdiction of a Public, Separate or High School
Board, a college or a university or any other school established and maintained
either wholly or partially at public or private expense whether or not the same is
also a boarding school, and includes any dormitory building accessory to a school.
2.187 SENIOR CITIZEN'S HOME means any home for senior citizens sponsored and
administered by any public agency or any service club, church or other profit or
non-profit organization, either of which obtains its financing from Federal,
Provincial or Municipal Governments or agencies, or by public subscription
donation or residents payments, or by any combination thereof, and such homes
shall include auxiliary uses such as club, kitchen, dining and/or lounge facilities,
usually associated with Senior Citizens development, but does not include a
nursing home or retirement home.
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2.188 SEPARATION DISTANCE means the horizontal distance between buildings or
structures or physical features measured from the closest point of the exterior wall
of such building or structure, or from the closest point of such physical feature.
2.189 SERVICE SHOP, GENERAL means a building or part of a building used for the
servicing or repairing of articles, goods or materials, and in which no product is
manufactured and includes radio, television and appliance repair shops, a
laundromat, but does not include any automotive uses as defined by this By-law.
2.190 SERVICE SHOP, PERSONAL means a building or part thereof in which services are
provided and administered to the individual needs of persons, and without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, includes barber shops, hairdressing
establishments, spas, workrooms for shoe repair and shoe shining shops, tailor
shops, bakery shops, photographic studios and dry cleaning establishment.
2.191 SETBACK means, with reference to a road, the distance between the centre line of the
road and the nearest building or structure and with reference to a water body, the
distance between the high water mark and the nearest building or structure.
2.192 SEWAGE SLUDGE, means the aqueous suspension of residual solids generated from the
treatment of municipal or industrial wastewater.
2.193 SHOPPING PLAZA means a group of commercial and service establishments or uses,
related in size and type, and designed, developed and managed as a unit, whether
by a single owner, a group of owners or tenants in collaboration. Access to
individual functions generally may be from an open mall area.
2.194 SOLAR COLLECTOR means any device relying upon direct solar radiation that is
employed in the collection of solar radiation for heating and/or cooling of a
structure or building or water. Solar collectors may be attached or detached from
main buildings.
2.195 STREET means a public highway or public road under the jurisdiction of the
Corporation, the County of Renfrew or the Province of Ontario, and includes any
highway as defined in the Municipal Act (R.S.O. 1980), Chapter 302, as amended
but does not include a lane, a driveway or a private road.
2.196 STREET ALLOWANCE means land held under public ownership for the purpose of
providing a street.
2.197 STREET, IMPROVED means a public road, which has been constructed in such a
manner so as to permit its use by normal vehicular traffic on a year-round basis
and is maintained, including snow ploughing, on a year-round basis.
2.198 STREET LINE means the limit of the road or street allowance and is the dividing line
between a lot and a street.
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2.199 STRUCTURE means anything constructed or erected, the use of which requires location
on or in the ground or attached to something having location on or in the ground.
2.200 SWIMMING POOL, OUTDOOR shall mean a privately owned structure erected or
installed above ground or wholly or partly below ground, capable of being used
for swimming, wading, diving, or bathing, and which, when filled, is capable of
containing a depth of 0.46 metres or more of water and includes decks, landings,
stairwells, enclosures or similar features. For the purpose of regulations pertaining
to lot coverage in this By-law, a private outdoor swimming pool shall be deemed
not to be a building or structure.
2.201 TAVERN OR PUBLIC HOUSE means a tavern or public house as defined in the Liquor
Licence Act, but does not include a hotel or eating establishment.
2.202 TAXI STAND OR TAXI BUSINESS LOCATION shall mean the property, site, or
building used as a dispatch office or an area, site, or location, intended for the
parking of taxis when not engaged in transporting persons or goods.
2.2023 TOP OF BANK shall mean a line delineated at a point where the oblique plane of the
slope meets the horizontal plane.
2.204 TOURIST ESTABLISHMENT means a commercial building, structure or area of land
designed for the accommodation of travelling or vacationing public.
2.205 TOWN means the Corporation of the Town of Renfrew.
2.206 TRAILER means any vehicle so constructed as to be suitable for attachment to a motor
vehicle for the purpose of being drawn or propelled by the motor vehicle, except a
mobile home or farm implement.
2.207 TRAILER, PARK MODEL, means a trailer constructed to CSA Z-241 standard that is
built on a single chassis mounted on wheels, designed for relocation from time to
time, designed as living quarters for seasonal camping with the possibility for
connection to services, and has a gross floor area, including lofts, not greater than
50 square metres when in setup mode and having a width greater than 2.6 metres
in transit mode.
2.208 TRAILER, TENT OR TRAVEL means any trailer capable of being used for the
temporary living, sleeping or eating accommodation of persons, notwithstanding
that such vehicle is jacked up or that its running gear is removed. A tent or travel
trailer is deemed to be a building or structure for the purposes of this By-law, as
authorized by Section 34(4) of the Planning Act.
2.209 TRAILER PARK see RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPGROUND.
2.210 TRANSPORTATION DEPOT shall mean the use of land, buildings, or structures where
commercial motor vehicles pick up and discharge fare paying passengers, and
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may include as an accessory use a ticket office, a restaurant, luggage checking
and/or parcel shipping facilities, and offices accessory to the main use, but does
not include a taxi stand or the display or sale of any motor vehicle.
2.211 TRUCK TERMINAL means a building, structure or place where trucks or transports are
rented, leased, kept for hire, or stand or park for remuneration, or from which
trucks or transports, stored or parked on the property, are dispatched for hire as
common carriers or where goods are stored temporarily for further shipment.
2.212 UNENCLOSED PORCH shall mean a structure attached at the entrance or exit to a
building which may be covered by a roof with or without supporting columns
provided the porch remains unenclosed by walls, windows, or screening.
2.213 VEHICLE means a passenger automobile or other motor vehicle, a boat, a farm
implement, a commercial motor vehicle, a recreational vehicle, a snowmobile, a
trailer and any other device that is capable of being propelled or driven by any
kind of power but not any other device powered solely by human effort except a
boat.
2.214 VETERINARY CLINIC means a building or structure where domestic animals, birds or
other livestock are treated and where domestic animals or birds are kept for
treatment only and shall include the clinic of a registered veterinarian.
2.215 WAREHOUSE means a building or part of a building used primarily for the operation of
general merchandise warehousing, cold storage and other storage facilities and
also includes a centre for the distribution of wholesale goods and commodities for
resale to retailers; to industrial, commercial, institutional, or professional users; to
wholesalers. Wholesale has a corresponding meaning.
2.216 WASTE DISPOSAL SITE means any land approved by the Ministry of the Environment
upon, into, or in which waste may be deposited or processed.
2.217 WATER FRONTAGE means the straight line horizontal distance between the two most
widely separated points on any one shoreline of a waterfront lot.
2.218 WATER SETBACK means the straight-line horizontal distance from the high water
mark of the Bonnechere River or Smiths Creek to the nearest part of any
excavation, building, structure or open storage use on the lot.
2.219 WATER SYSTEM, COMMUNAL means a private water distribution supply system in
which water is piped to more than one dwelling or business operation.
2.220 WAYSIDE PIT, QUARRY means a temporary gravel pit or quarry opened and used by a
public road authority solely for the purpose of a particular project or contract of
road construction and not located on the road right-of-way.
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2.221 WELDING SHOP means a building or structure or part thereof where metal products are
joined, repaired or shaped by welding but no mass productions shall be involved.
2.222 WETLANDS means lands that are seasonally or permanently covered by shallow water,
as well as lands where the water table is close to or at the surface. In either case,
the presence of abundant water has caused the formation of hydric soils (soils in
which there is an abundance of moisture) and has favoured the dominance of
either plants that commonly grow in water or in water logged soil, or water
tolerant plants. The four major categories of wetland are swamps, marshes, bogs
and fens.
*(By-law 23-2021)*
2.223 WRECKING ESTABLISHMENT means a building and/or lot used for the wrecking or
dismantling of vehicles as defined herein, and for the storage and sale of scrap
material, salvage and parts obtained there from, but shall not include any other
automotive use defined herein, *except as defined within a salvage yard where
one is permitted.*
2.224 YARD means an open space on the same lot with a building or structure or excavation,
unoccupied and unobstructed except as for such accessory buildings, structures or
uses specifically permitted in this By-law.
2.225 YARD, FRONT means a yard extending across the full width of a lot between the front
lot line and the nearest part of any building, structure or excavation on the lot;
FRONT YARD DEPTH means the shortest horizontal distance between the front
lot line of the lot and the nearest part of any building, structure or excavation on
the lot.
2.226 YARD, REAR means a yard extending across the full width of a lot between the rear lot
line and the nearest part of any building, structure or excavation on the lot; REAR
YARD DEPTH means the shortest horizontal distance between the rear lot line of
the lot and the nearest part of any building, structure or excavation on the lot.
2.227 YARD, SIDE means a yard extending from the front yard to the rear yard of a lot and
from the side lot line of such lot to the nearest part of any building, structure or
excavation on the lot. SIDE YARD WIDTH means the shortest horizontal
distance between a side lot line and the nearest part of any building, structure or
excavation on the lot.
2.228 YARD, EXTERIOR SIDE means a yard adjacent to a street between the nearest part of
any building, structure or excavation on the lot and a street, a 0.3 metre reserve or
a road allowance, extending from the front yard to the rear lot line. EXTERIOR
SIDE YARD WIDTH means the shortest horizontal distance between a side lot
line on the exterior side yard side and the nearest part of any building, structure or
excavation on the lot.
2.229 YARD, INTERIOR SIDE means a side yard other than an exterior side yard.
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2.230 YARD, REQUIRED means a yard with the minimum front yard depth, rear yard depth or
side yard width required by the provisions of this By-law. A required side yard
shall extend from the required front yard to the required rear yard.
2.231 ZONE means an area delineated on a Zoning Map Schedule and established by this By-
law for a specific use or group of uses.
2.232 ZONING ADMINISTRATOR means the officer or employee of the Corporation charged
with the duty of enforcing the provisions of this By-law.
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ILLUSTRATION OF YARDS, REQUIRED YARDS
AND RELATED TERMINOLOGY
Note: The above illustration is for clarification purposes only.
(SIDE LOT LINE)
REQUIRED SIDE YARD WIDTH
REQUIRED FRONT YARD DEPTH
(FRONT LOT LINE)
REQUIRED SIDE YARD WIDTH
(REAR LOT LINE)
REQUIRED REAR YARD DEPTH
LOT DEPTH
(EXTERIOR SIDE LOT LINE)
STREET
STREET
(REAR LOT LINE)
REAR YARD DEPTH
REQUIRED REAR YARD DEPTH
(SIDE LOT LINE)
(SIDE LOT LINE)
SIDE YARD WIDTH
SIDE YARD WIDTH
FRONT YARD DEPTH
B UILD IN G
B UILD IN G EN VELOP E
(plan view)
B UILD IN G EN VELOP E
(plan view)
REQUIRED FRONT YARD DEPTH
REQUIRED INTERIOR SIDE YARD WIDTH
REQUIRED EXTERIOR SIDE YARD WIDTH
(FRONT LOT LINE)
LOT FRONTAGE
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SECTION 3.0 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
3.1
APPLICATION
The requirements contained in the General Provisions shall apply to all zones, except as
otherwise indicated.
3.2
ACCESS see Subsection 3.12 Lots to Front on a Street.
3.3
ACCESSORY USES, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
Accessory uses, buildings and structures shall be permitted in any Zone provided that:
3.3.1
No accessory use, building or structure shall be built on a lot until the principal
or main use, building or structure has been built on the lot.
3.3.2
No accessory building or structure shall be used for human habitation except
where a dwelling is a permitted accessory use.
3.3.3
No accessory building or structure shall be located in any minimum front yard
depth or within any minimum required exterior side yard width.
3.3.4
Where paragraph 3.3.3 preceding does not apply (i.e. interior side yard and rear
yard) and unless indicated otherwise in this By-law, no accessory building or
structure or use shall be located closer than 1.5 metres to any lot line except:
(a)
that common semi-detached garages may be centred on the mutual side lot
line;
(b)
that prescribed uses and structures may be permitted in accordance with
the provisions of this By-law for Encroachments On Required Yards, and
with the Parking Requirements of this By-law;
*(By-law 23-2021)*
(c)
that where a rear yard abuts a rear yard the minimum setback shall be 0.6
metres to the *mutual* lot line.
3.3.5
An accessory building or structure shall not exceed 4.5 metres in height and
shall contain no more than one storey.
3.3.6
The maximum lot coverage of all accessory buildings shall be 10% of the lot on
which they are located. This excludes outdoor swimming pools.
3.3.7
Buildings and structures shall not be considered accessory if attached to the
main building, except where the accessory use is an accessory dwelling unit
permitted elsewhere in this By-law.
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3.3.8
Accessory buildings and structures shall not be constructed on lands subject to
slope failure or to flooding.
3.3.9
Notwithstanding paragraphs 3.3.3, 3.3.4 and 3.3.5 preceding, where an
accessory structure is a satellite dish or similar device designed to receive
communication signals from a satellite, in any Zone, no part of such structure
shall be located in the minimum front yard depth or in the required exterior side
yard and such structure shall not exceed the height of the main building by more
than 2.0 metres.
3.3.10
Vehicle parts used as accessory structures shall be prohibited in all zones.
3.3.11
No trailer body, truck body, or shipping container whether or not the original
wheel, chassis, or hitch has been removed, shall be used as an accessory storage
building in any zone.
*(62-2020)* **
*3.3.12 A portable garage is considered an accessory structure and, in addition to the
foregoing, shall be subject to the following provisions:
(a)
A portable garage may be located in a rear yard, subject to the minimum
yard and setback requirements of this by-law.
(b)
A portable garage may be located in a side yard or front yard, subject to
the minimum yard and setback requirements of this by-law, provided the
portable garage is located on a parking area or driveway, and shall only be
permitted from October 15 to May 15 annually.
(c)
One portable garage shall be permitted per lot in the front or side yard in
residential zones. There shall be no limit on the number of portable
garages in the rear yard.
(d)
Portable garages shall be maintained in good repair, in accordance with
the requirements of the property standards by-law.*
3.4
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE STATIONS, GASOLINE BARS AND COMMERCIAL
GARAGES
Where service stations, gasoline bars and commercial garages are permitted in this By-
law, the following provisions shall apply in addition to Zone provisions:
3.4.1 No portion of any pump island shall be located closer than 6.0 metres from the
street line of any street.
3.4.2 The minimum distance from the intersection of two street lines or from straight
line projections of such, to the nearest ingress or egress ramp shall be not less than
10.0 metres (i.e. entrance or exit point).
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3.4.3 The maximum width of a ramp at the street line shall be not more than 10.0
metres and the minimum width not less than 7.5 metres.
3.4.4 The minimum distance between ramps shall be not less than 9.0 metres.
3.4.5 The minimum interior angle of a ramp to a street line shall be 45 degrees and the
maximum interior angle of a ramp to the street line shall be 90 degrees.
3.4.6 The minimum distance between any side lot line of the property at the street line
and the nearest ramp shall be 3.0 metres.
3.4.7 The area included between ramps, or between ramps and a street line or a
property line, as required by this By-law, shall be used for landscaped open space
only, to a minimum width of 1.0 metre.
3.5
BONNECHERE RIVER FLOOD PLAIN
3.5.1 Except as noted in subsection 3.5.4 and 3.5.5 below, no buildings or structures,
with the exception of a boat docking or launching facility, shall be permitted in
the flood plain as delineated in its approximate location on Schedule 'A' to the
By-law.
3.5.2 A site-specific engineering study and/or elevation survey completed at the
proponent's expense and to the satisfaction of the Town of Renfrew, may be
required to determine the location of the one-in-one hundred (1:100) year flood
elevation and/or confirm that the proposed development is not susceptible to
flooding. If the study confirms that the proposed building or structure is outside
the floodplain, the proposed building or structure, or enlargement, is permitted
provided it meets all other provisions of the Zoning By-law.
3.5.3 The location of essential services and the disposal, manufacture, treatment or
storage of hazardous substances is prohibited in the flood plain.
3.5.4 The enlargement of existing buildings or structures that are confirmed to be in the
flood plain may be permitted subject to the following:
(a)
That a site specific zoning by-law amendment be finalized to permit the
enlargement. The zoning by-law amendment shall be accompanied by
sufficient information (e.g., land surveys, engineering drawings, flood
plain mapping study) to the satisfaction of the Town of Renfrew to
establish that the proposed development and its occupants will be
protected from the effects of a 1:100 year flood. (A 1:100 year flood
means that flood, based on analysis of precipitation, snow melt, or a
combination thereof, having a return period of 100 years on average, or
having a 1% chance of occurring or being exceeded in any given year).
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3.5.5 Existing buildings and structures that are confirmed to be in the flood plain may
be maintained or strengthened to a safe condition.
3.6
DWELLINGS PER LOT
No more than one building used as a dwelling or containing one or more dwelling units
shall be erected on any lot, unless stated otherwise in this By-law. Refer also to Section
3.29 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION USES PERMITTED.
3.7
ENCROACHMENTS ON REQUIRED YARDS
Every part of any minimum required yard shall be open and unobstructed from the
ground to the sky by any structure other than an accessory building permitted elsewhere
in this By-law provided, however, that those structures and items listed in the following
table shall be permitted to project into the minimum required yards indicated, for the
distances specified:
Yards in Which
Maximum Projection
Encroachment is
Permitted into
Structure
Permitted
Minimum Required Yard
(a) Sills, belt courses,
All
0.6 metres
eaves, gutters, chimneys,
bay windows, shutters,
cornices, parapets, pilasters
or other ornamental structures
(b) Fire escapes,
Side and Rear only
1.5 metres
exterior staircases
(c) Balconies, steps,
Front and Rear only
2.0 metres
decks and roofed porches
not exceeding one storey in
height
(d) Uncovered paved patios
All
Unlimited
(e) Railway Spur
All
Unlimited
(f) Gate House in any
Front and Side only
Unlimited
Industrial Zone
(g) Flagpoles, Light
All
Unlimited
Standards, Garden Trellises,
Retaining Walls and similar structures
and appurtenances
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*(By-law 23-2021)*
3.8
EXCEPTIONS TO HEIGHT *AND LOT COVERAGE* LIMITATIONS
*3.8.1 The height limitations of this By-law shall not apply to chimneys, church spires,
public buildings, water tanks, elevator enclosures, flag poles, television or radio
antennae, electrical transmission facilities, ventilators and skylights.
3.8.2 The lot coverage limitations of this By-law shall not apply to that portion of a
building or structure that is wholly underground.
3.8.3 In addition to the maximum lot coverage permitted by this By-law, an additional
5% lot coverage is permitted for unenclosed decks, whether covered or
uncovered.*
3.9
GROUP HOMES
Group Homes are considered to be residential uses. A provincially licensed and
approved group home may be permitted in any permitted single detached dwelling
provided that there is no group home or similar facility within 400 metres of the proposed
facility, whether in the Municipality or in an adjacent municipality.
3.10
HOME OCCUPATIONS
A home occupation, as defined in Section 2.0 shall be permitted in any Zone, provided
such home occupation conforms to the following provisions:
3.10.1 The use shall be conducted entirely within the dwelling unit and carried on by
person(s) residing in the dwelling unit. One employee, other than a resident of the
premises, will be permitted to be employed.
3.10.2 There shall be no external display or advertising other than a non-illuminated sign
not more than 0.3 of a square metre in area, to indicate to persons outside that any
part of the dwelling unit or lot is being used for a purpose other than residential.
3.10.3 Not more than 25% of the dwelling unit area shall be used for the purpose of
home occupation uses.
3.10.4 Such home occupation shall be clearly secondary to the main residential use and
there shall be no change to the outside appearance of the dwelling unit or
premises or any visible evidence of the conduct of a home occupation.
3.10.5 There shall be no storage of equipment, vehicles, or supplies associated with the
home occupation outside the dwelling.
3.10.6 The use shall not require additional off-street parking spaces for clients or
customers of the home occupation.
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3.10.7 The use shall not generate additional pedestrian or vehicular traffic beyond that
normal to the neighbourhood in which it is located.
3.10.8 No equipment or process shall be used in a home occupation which creates
excessive noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odour detrimental to the health, safety,
and general welfare of persons residing in the neighbourhood.
3.10.9 Where instruction is carried on, no more than six pupils are in attendance at any
one time.
3.10.10 A private garage shall not be used for a home occupation.
3.11
LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE
3.11.1 A continuous strip of landscaped open space shall be provided along the side and
rear lot lines of any lot which is occupied by an apartment dwelling and said
landscaped open space shall be a minimum of 4.5 metres in width along the side
and rear lot lines, and a minimum of 6 metres in width along any lot lines which
abut any Residential Zone.
3.11.2 In all Residential Zones, the use of the front yard shall be restricted to visitor
parking, driveways, and landscaped open space, and at least 60% of the front yard
shall be devoted to landscaped open space.
3.12
LOTS TO FRONT ON STREETS
3.12.1 No person shall erect or use any building or structure on a lot in any zone unless
the lot fronts on and has direct access to an improved street being a Provincial
Highway, County Road or Municipal Road.
(a)
Plans of Subdivision
Subsection 3.12.1 shall not apply to a lot on a registered plan of
subdivision where an agreement between the owner and the Corporation,
which includes provisions for the construction of the streets in the
subdivision, is registered in the Registry or Land Titles Office.
3.13
MOBILE HOMES
Mobile homes are prohibited in all Zones.
3.14
MOVING BUILDINGS
No building or structure shall be moved within the limits of the Town of Renfrew or shall
be moved from outside the Town into Town unless the building or structure is a
permitted use and satisfies all of the requirements of the zone in which it is to be located
and then only after a permit has been obtained from the Chief Building Official.
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3.15
MUNICIPAL PIPED SERVICES
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 (piped municipal water supply
and sanitary sewers, hydro electric power lines, and municipal piped storm sewers where
required by the municipality), are available and adequate. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, those lands zoned as Residential One-Exception Nine (R1-E9) on Schedule
"A" to this by-law may be developed without full municipal services. In addition, all
other existing lots at the time of passing of this By-law, without full municipal services
are exempt from this provision.
3.16
NON-CONFORMING USES
3.16.1 Accessory Buildings
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the erection of a building or structure
accessory to an existing legal non-conforming use provided that such accessory
building or structure complies with all other relevant provisions of this By-law.
3.16.2 Continuation of Existing Uses
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the use of any land, building or structure for
any purpose prohibited by the By-law if such land, building or structure was
lawfully used for such purpose on the day of passing of the By-law, so long as it
continues to be used for that purpose.
3.16.3 Repair of Existing Buildings
If a non-conforming building or structure should be damaged by fire, flood, wind,
earthquake, or other natural or other occurrences beyond the owners control,
nothing in this By-law shall prevent such a building from being restored and
strengthened to a safe condition, provided the height, size or volume is not
increased and provided that reconstruction or restoration is commenced within
twelve months and completed within twenty-four months of the date on which the
damage took place.
3.16.4 Enlargements to Existing Undersized Lots
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent an undersized lot that was held in separate
ownership from adjoining parcels on the date of passage of this By-law or that
was created by expropriation subsequent to the passage of this By-law from being
enlarged even if the enlargement does not result in a lot that meets the minimum
frontage and/or area required by this By-law. Nothing in this By-law shall
prevent such a lot from being used for a purpose permitted in the Zone in which
the lot is located provided that:
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(a)
where the development is on private services, the lot is of an adequate size
for water supply and sewage disposal systems approved by the Ministry of
the Environment and Energy and/or its agents; and
(b)
where the development is on private services, the enlargement,
reconstruction, repair or renovation satisfies the requirements of the
applicable approval authority for the subject private services;
(c)
an undersized lot is not reduced further in size or created as a result of the
proposed development; and
(d)
all other applicable provisions of this By-law are complied with.
3.16.5 Existing Buildings with Inadequate Lot or Yard Size
Where a building has been erected prior to the date of passing of this By-law and
where such building has less than the minimum required side yard, front yard,
rear yard, or water setback, said building may be enlarged, repaired or renovated
provided that:
(a)
such enlargement, repair or renovation does not contravene any
provisions of this By-law;
(b)
where the development is on private services the enlargement, repair or
renovation satisfies the requirements of the applicable approval authority
for the subject private services; and
(c)
all other applicable provisions of this By-law are complied with.
3.16.6 Less than Required Floor Area
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent an extension or addition being made to a
permitted dwelling which existed at the time of passing of this By-law but which
has a floor area or dwelling unit area less than that required by this By-law,
provided such extension or addition does not contravene any other provisions of
this By-law.
3.16.7 Undersized Lots
Where a lot with less than the minimum frontage or lot area required by this By-
law was held in separate ownership from adjoining parcels on the date of passage
of this By-law, or where a lot was created by expropriation subsequent to the date
of passage, such undersized, lot may be used for a purpose permitted in the Zone
in which the said lot is located, provided that:
(a)
all other applicable provisions of this By-law are complied with;
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(b)
written approvals for the water supply and sewage disposal systems are
obtained from the applicable approval authority for the proposed services;
and
This provision shall not apply to a semi-detached dwelling, a duplex dwelling, a
two-unit dwelling or converted dwelling in the R1 or R2 Zone.
3.16.8 Prior Building Permits
Nothing in this By-law shall prohibit the erection of a building or structure for
which a building permit has been issued prior to the date of passing of the By-law
provided that the building permit has not been revoked under the Building Code
Act.
*(By-law 23-2021)*
*3.16.9 Special Parking Requirements for the Downtown Commercial (C1) Zone
(a)
Notwithstanding the minimum non-residential parking requirements of
this by-law, for lands in the C1 Zone, no additional parking spaces are
required for any permitted non-residential use in a building that existed on
the effective date of this By-law.
(b)
Notwithstanding the minimum non-residential parking requirements of
this by-law, for lands in the C1 Zone, where all or part of a building that
existed on the effective date of this by-law is replaced, no additional
parking spaces are required for any permitted non-residential use provided
the net floor area is not increased and provided the parking spaces that
existed on the lot on the effective date of this By-law are retained.*
3.17
NOXIOUS USES
No use shall be permitted which, from its nature or the materials used therein, is declared
to be a noxious trade, business or manufacture under the Health Protection and
Promotion Act and Regulations there under, and the Environmental Protection Act and
Regulations there under. Noxious uses do not include normal farm operations using
commercial fertilizers and manure, the spraying of crops with herbicides, insecticides,
and pesticides, or the use of heavy machinery for farm purposes.
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3.18
OCCUPANCY RESTRICTIONS
3.18.1 Human occupation or habitation shall not be permitted in any of the following:
(a)
Any truck, bus, coach, vehicle, recreational vehicle or trailer, streetcar
body or mobile home whether or not the same is mounted on wheels.
*(By-law 23-2021)*
(b)
Any cellar, as defined in this By-law, *except in accordance with Ontario
Building Code requirements.*
(c)
Any building or structure before the main wall and roof have been erected
and application of the external siding and roofing has been completed,
and, where applicable, the kitchen, heating and sanitary conveniences have
been installed.
3.18.2 No bus, coach or street car body, tent, trailer, mobile home, tractor trailer or other
vehicle defined in Section 2 of this By-law, shall be used as a permanent office or
for storage purposes.
3.19
OPEN STORAGE
Except as otherwise specifically provided in this By-law, no open storage shall be
permitted in any Zone except in accordance with the following provisions:
3.19.1 Open storage shall be accessory to a permitted or existing non-residential use on
the same lot.
3.19.2 No open storage shall be permitted in any required minimum front yard or
required exterior side yard, except in the case of an agricultural use, nor within
any required minimum side or rear yard where the side or rear lot lines abut a
property used for residential purposes.
3.19.3 No open storage area shall be visible from any street, or from any adjacent lot
where such adjacent lot is in a Zone other than a Commercial or an Industrial
Zone. Wherever it is necessary, visual screening such as plant materials, a buffer
strip, a berm, fencing or other opaque barrier to a minimum height of 1.5 metres
shall be used. Exceptions to this provision are for open storage accessory to an
agricultural use or for outdoor display used in conjunction with a permitted
commercial use.
3.19.4 A strip of landscaped open space with a minimum width of 3.0 metres shall be
maintained around all open storage areas.
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3.19.5 Any open storage area shall be maintained as landscaped open space, or surfaced
and maintained with stable materials to prevent the raising of dust and particles,
and shall be properly drained. However, this provision shall not apply where the
main use is an agricultural use.
3.19.6 No parking spaces or loading spaces required by this By-law shall be used for
open storage purposes.
3.20
OUTDOOR AIR CONDITIONING UNITS AND OTHER MECHANICAL
EQUIPMENT
Outdoor air conditioning units and other mechanical equipment are permitted in all Zones
but must meet the yard requirements in Sections 3.3.3 and 3.3.4 for accessory structures.
3.21
PARKING AND LOADING SPACE REQUIREMENTS
3.21.1 PARKING REQUIREMENTS
(a)
Number of Spaces
In any Zone the owner of every building hereafter erected, enlarged or changed in
use after the passing of this By-law shall provide and maintain off-street parking
space in accordance with the following:
Type of Use
Minimum Parking Required
i)
Single Detached Dwelling,
Semi-Detached Dwelling,
Duplex Dwelling and
Two-Unit Dwelling
1 parking space per dwelling unit
Converted Dwelling
Multiple Attached Dwelling
(each unit on a separate lot)
*(By-law 23-2021)*
*Dwelling units over permitted non-residential uses (C1 Zone)*
ii)
Triplex Dwelling, Three Unit
Dwelling, Apartment Dwelling
and Multiple Attached Dwelling
1.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit
iii)
Group Home
3 parking spaces
iv)
Boarding House
1 parking space plus 1 parking space per
every 3 beds
v)
Automotive - Body Shop,
3 parking spaces per service bay
Commercial Garage
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or Service Station
vi)
Bank or Trust Company
1 parking space per 17 square metres gross
leasable area
vii)
Bed and Breakfast
2 parking spaces per dwelling unit and 1
parking space for each room rented
viii)
Day Care (private dwelling)
2 parking spaces (which includes 1 parking
space for the dwelling)
ix)
Day Nursery
1 parking space per employee and 1 per 5
children
x)
Tavern, Public House
1 parking space per 4 persons design
capacity
xi)
Church, Assembly Hall,
The greater of 1 parking space per 10
Community Centre
square metres of gross floor area or per
every four fixed seats or per every 2.5
metres of bench space
xii)
Mini Storage Establishment
1 parking space per 120 square metres of
non- residential floor area
xiii)
Place of Entertainment/
1 parking space per 6 seat capacity
recreation facility
including arena, auditorium,
recreation centre, theatre,
tennis club, stadium, racquet
club, cinema, fitness club,
fairgrounds
xiv)
Hospital, Nursing Home
1 parking space per 37 square metres
Home for the Aged, Senior
of gross floor area or 1 parking
Citizens Home
space per 2 beds, whichever is greater
xv)
Hotel
1 parking space per guest room plus 10
spaces per 100 square metres of public use
area
xvi)
Industrial Establishment
1 parking space per each one 100 square
metres of gross floor area
xvii)
Clinic
1 parking space per 25 square metres of
gross floor area
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xviii) Motel
1 parking space per guest room
xix)
Office (Business/Professional)
1 parking space per 29 square metres of
gross leasable area
xx)
Eating Establishment
1 parking space per 10 square metres of
gross leasable floor area
xxi)
Eating Establishment, Take Out
2 parking spaces plus 1 parking space per 6
Refreshment Vehicle
square metres of gross leasable area
xxii)
Retail, General including
1 parking space per 28 square metres of
Convenience Store and Personal
gross leasable area
Service Shop
xxiii) School
Elementary - 3 parking spaces plus 1.5
spaces per classroom
Secondary - 6 parking spaces plus 3
spaces per classroom
xxiv) Shopping Plaza
1 parking space per 21 square metres of
gross leasable area
xxv)
Other Non-Residential Uses
1 parking space per 30 square metres of
gross floor area
(b)
Calculation of Spaces
If the calculation of the required parking spaces results in a fraction, the required
parking spaces shall be the next higher whole number.
(c)
Location of Parking Areas
In a Residential Zone, or in any Zone which permits residential uses, the required
residential parking shall be located on the same lot as the dwelling unit. In all
other areas and for other uses, the parking area shall be located within 150 metres
of the location of the use it is intended to serve, and shall be situated in the same
Zone; and shall be secured and retained for parking purposes for the duration of
the use.
(d)
Yard Where Permitted
Notwithstanding the yard and setback provisions of this By-law to the contrary,
uncovered surface parking areas shall be permitted in the required yards or in the
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area between the street line and the required setback in accordance with the
following:
Zones
Required Yards in which Required Parking Area Permitted
i)
General Industrial
Interior side and rear yards only except for visitor parking provided
that no part of any parking area, other than a driveway, is located
closer than 1.0 metre to any street line and further provided that
where the Industrial zone abuts a Residential Zone, the parking
area shall be set back 3.0 metres from the lot line.
ii)
Extractive Industrial No yards except for the driveway portion of a parking area.
iii)
Other Zones
All yards provided that no part of any parking area, other than a
driveway, is located closer than 1.0 metre to any street line. Where
the subject zone abuts a Residential zone, the parking area shall be
set back 3.0 metres from the lot line.
(e)
Surface and Drainage
(i)
The parking area and approaches shall be surfaced with concrete, asphalt,
crushed stone, gravel or a combination thereof with a stable surface.
(ii)
Where more than 4 parking spaces are required, the surface treatment shall
prevent the raising of dust or loose particles.
(iii)
Provision for drainage facilities shall be made in compliance with the
requirements of the Municipality.
(f)
Access to Parking Spaces and Parking Areas
(i)
Every parking space shall be provided with unobstructed access to a street
by a driveway aisle or lane, except where such spaces are provided for the
use of occupants of a single detached or semi-detached dwelling.
(ii)
Access to parking areas for commercial or industrial uses shall not pass
through a Residential Zone.
(g)
Dimensions of Parking Spaces
Every required parking space shall have minimum rectangular dimensions of 2.7
metres by 6 metres.
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(h)
Barrier-Free Parking
*(By-law 23-2021)*
Wherever barrier-free access to a building is required under the Building Code,
one barrier free parking space shall be provided for every 20 standard parking
spaces or part thereof. Every required barrier free parking space shall have
minimum rectangular dimensions* - that shall be in accordance with provincial
requirements (e.g., the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, or
successor legislation).*
(i)
Waiting Lane / Queuing Lane
An eating establishment that includes a drive-thru shall require a waiting lane /
queuing lane analysis, approved by the Town, to determine the minimum
requirements for a waiting / queuing lane.
(j)
Residential Driveway Requirements
(i)
A driveway serving a single detached or semi-detached dwelling unit shall
have a maximum width of 7.5 metres.
(ii)
A driveway serving a townhouse dwelling unit shall have a maximum
width of 3.7 metres.
(iii)
The minimum distance between a driveway and the intersection of street
lines measured along the street line intersected by such driveway shall be
7.5 metres.
(iv)
The minimum angle of intersection between a driveway and a street line
shall be 60 degrees.
(v)
All driveways, parking aisles, parking areas, and parking spaces, shall be
improved with a granular base and either a concrete, asphalt, or paving
block surface.
(k)
Buffer Strips for Parking Areas
*(By-law 23-2021)*
(i)
Where ** a parking area which is required to provide 3 or more off-street
parking spaces adjoins a lot in a Residential Zone, or where *a parking
area* in any Commercial *or Industrial* Zone abuts a lot in *a*
Residential Zone, ** a buffer strip of a minimum width of 3.0 metres shall
be provided *between the parking area and the mutual lot line.*
(ii)
Where **, a parking area *in any Zone* which is required to provide 3 or
more off-street parking spaces adjoins a street, the parking area shall be
located no closer than 2.5 metres from the *street line,* and the space
between the parking area and the *street line* shall be maintained as
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landscaped open space and shall be continuous except for sidewalks and
aisles or driveways required for access to the parking area.
(l)
Illumination
Where parking areas are illuminated, lighting fixtures shall be so arranged that no
part of any fixture shall be more than 9.0 metres above the finished grade of the
parking area. Fixtures shall be so designed and installed that the light is directed
downward and deflected away from adjacent lot lines.
3.21.2 LOADING REQUIREMENTS
(a)
Uses Where Applicable
No person shall, in any Zone, erect or use any permitted building or structure for
manufacturing, storage, warehouse, department store, retail store, wholesale store,
market, freight or passenger terminal, hotel, hospital, mortuary, or other permitted
uses similarly involving the frequent shipping, loading or unloading of persons,
animals or goods, unless there is maintained on the same premises with every
such structure or use, off-street space for standing, loading and unloading.
(b)
Dimensions of Loading Spaces
Every required loading space shall have minimum rectangular dimensions of 3.5
metres by 9.0 metres with a minimum height clearance of 4.0 metres.
(c)
Minimum Number of Loading Spaces
This requirement does not apply to buildings and structures having less total floor
area than 300 square metres. For all other buildings, there shall be one loading
space for each 1500 square metres of floor area or part thereof, above the 300
square metre threshold.
(d)
Location
The loading space required shall be located in the interior side yard or rear yard
unless set back a minimum distance of 16.0 metres from the street line.
(e)
Surfacing
The loading space and approaches shall be surfaced with concrete, asphalt,
crushed stone or gravel.
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3.22
PUBLIC SERVICES
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to the use of any land or to the erection or
use of any building or structure for the purpose of a public service by the Municipality,
County of Renfrew, or any local board thereof defined by the Municipal Act, by any
telephone, gas, Renfrew Power Generation and Renfrew Hydro, communications
company or by any department or agent of the Government of Ontario or Canada,
provided that:
(a)
With the exception of a public utility, the lot coverage, parking and loading,
setback and yard requirements prescribed for the Zone in which such land,
building or structure is located shall be complied with; and
(b)
No goods, material, or equipment shall be stored in the open in a Residential
Zone; and
(c)
Any building erected in a Residential Zone or in a Zone which permits residential
uses under the authority of this paragraph shall be designed and maintained in
general harmony with residential buildings of the type permitted in the Zone.
*(By-law 93-2022)*
*3.23 SECONDARY DWELLING UNITS
Despite any provisions of this by-law to the contrary, a secondary dwelling unit shall be
permitted in all zones that permit a single-detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, or
townhouse dwelling, unless specifically prohibited elsewhere in this By-law, and shall be
subject to the following criteria:
(a) A secondary dwelling unit shall only be permitted where adequate servicing is or
can be made available to accommodate the secondary dwelling unit, to the
satisfaction of the Town, including, but not limited to water, wastewater,
stormwater and electricity. The secondary dwelling unit shall utilize the water and
wastewater service connections of the principal dwelling unit, except in
exceptional circumstances where such connection is not technically feasible, and
subject to Town approval.
(b) A minimum lot area of 0.8 Ha shall be required for secondary dwelling units on
lots with private services (well and/or septic). For properties that have a lot area
of 2 Ha and less, the secondary dwelling unit is required to share the same water
and/or septic services as the primary dwelling unit. For lots on private services
that are greater than 0.4 Ha but less than 0.8 Ha, a secondary dwelling unit may
be considered on a case-by-case basis through the submission and approval of a
minor variance, where the proponent of the application demonstrates that the site
is suitable for the proposed secondary dwelling unit.
(c) The gross floor area of the secondary dwelling unit must be less than the
remaining gross floor area of the primary dwelling unit, and where a secondary
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dwelling unit is a coach house or is located in an accessory building, the footprint
of the secondary dwelling unit must not be greater in size than the footprint of the
primary dwelling unit on the lot.
(d) A secondary dwelling unit which is a coach house or is located in an accessory
building to the primary dwelling unit shall be subject to the following provisions:
i.
The minimum side yard width and rear yard depth applicable to the
primary dwelling unit shall also apply to the secondary dwelling unit.
ii.
For secondary dwelling units on lots with private services, the secondary
dwelling unit shall not be located in the required front yard. For
secondary dwelling units on full municipal services, the secondary
dwelling unit shall not be located within a front yard.
iii.
For townhouse and semi-detached dwellings, a secondary dwelling unit
which is a coach house or is located in an accessory building to the
primary dwelling unit shall only be permitted where the primary dwelling
unit is a freehold unit located on a separate lot from the other townhouse
dwelling units or semi-detached dwelling unit in the same building.
iv.
A secondary dwelling unit which is a coach house or is located in an
accessory building to the primary dwelling unit shall have direct
pedestrian access to a public road via a 1.2m wide pathway.
v.
The maximum height shall be one-storey, and shall not exceed the height
of the principal dwelling.
vi.
The maximum footprint shall be 40% of the footprint of the principal
dwelling unit, or 80 square metres, whichever is less. For principal
dwelling units with a footprint of less than 125m2, the maximum
footprint of the secondary dwelling unit shall be 50m2.
vii.
The maximum lot coverage shall be that applicable to accessory buildings
and structures.
(e) A secondary dwelling unit, not including a coach house or a secondary dwelling
unit located in an accessory building, shall be permitted in all types of townhouse
dwelling units or semi-detached dwelling units whether or not the primary
dwelling unit is a freehold unit located on a separate lot from the other townhouse
dwelling units or semi-detached dwelling unit, or is located on the same lot,
provided that the dwellings are serviced by both municipal water and wastewater
services.
(f) A minimum of one (1) parking space, which may be a tandem parking space, is
required for a secondary dwelling unit. Where a secondary dwelling unit is
located within a detached garage, the parking space provided by the detached
garage must be retained either within the detached garage or elsewhere on the lot
in conformity with the applicable provisions of this By-law.
(g) A maximum of one secondary dwelling unit is permitted per primary dwelling
unit.
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(h) A secondary dwelling unit shall not be permitted on lands within a flood plain or
on lands in an Environmental Protection (EP) zone or within the minimum water
setback.
(i) A secondary dwelling unit shall be permitted in a primary dwelling unit that has
inadequate yard size provided the addition of the secondary dwelling unit does not
increase the degree of non-compliance.
(j) A secondary dwelling unit shall not be permitted on a lot where the primary
dwelling unit is a legal non-conforming use.
(k) A secondary dwelling unit shall not be permitted on an existing undersized lot
where the area is less than required by the provisions of the respective zone.
(l) Mobile homes and recreational vehicles are not permitted as secondary dwelling
units.
(m) Shipping containers are not permitted to be used in the construction of secondary
dwelling units, whether or not the exterior of the shipping container is visible.
(n) A secondary dwelling unit may not be severed from the lot containing the primary
dwelling unit.*
3.24
SEPARATION DISTANCES
(a)
Dwellings
(i)
No dwelling shall be erected within 60 metres of any Industrial Zone or
Industrial-Holding Zone.
(ii)
No dwelling, senior citizens home, nursing home, school or hospital shall
be erected within 150 metres of any Extractive Industrial (EM). Existing
lots of record for a single detached dwelling, two-unit dwelling, duplex
dwelling or semi-detached dwelling within 150 metres of an Extractive
Industrial (EM) Zone are exempt.
(iii)
No dwelling, senior citizen home, nursing home, school or hospital shall
be erected within 300 metres of a quarry.
(iv)
No dwelling shall be erected within 100 metres of any animal hospital or
kennel if such hospital or kennel has more than four outdoor runs or more
than 30 square metres of total area of outdoor facilities for animals.
(v)
No dwelling shall be erected within 500 metres of either an active or
inactive waste disposal site.
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(vi)
No separation distance from an active rail line shall be required for new
development on a vacant lot, existing at the time of passing of this By-law.
(b)
Gravel Pits, Quarries and Associated Extractive and Manufacturing Plants and
Facilities
(i)
No land identified as a buffer strip in a licence or permit under the
Aggregate Resources Act shall be used for any other purpose.
(ii)
No concrete manufacturing plant or extractive industrial facility shall be
located within 50 metres of any high water mark.
(iii)
No concrete manufacturing plant shall be located within 300 metres of a
dwelling, a school, an institution with a residential component or land
restricted to residential use in a by-law passed under Section 34 of the
Planning Act.
(iv)
No gravel pit shall be located within 150 metres of an existing dwelling.
(v)
No quarry shall be located within 300 metres of an existing dwelling.
(vii)
No separation distance from an active rail line shall be required for new
development on a vacant lot, existing at the time of passing of this By-law.
(c)
Farm Uses
No livestock facilities, manure storage area or farm use shall be located within the
minimum distance from residential uses, schools, hospitals and other institutional
uses required by the Minimum Distance Separation II (MDS II) formulae.
(d)
Veterinary Clinic, Kennel
No animal hospital and no kennel shall be located within 100 metres of any
Residential Zone or any dwelling on another lot if such animal hospital or kennel
has more than four outdoor runs or more than 30 square metres of total area of
outdoor facilities for animals.
(e)
Waste Disposal Site
No waste disposal site shall be located within 500 metres of a residential dwelling
or structure.
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3.25
SETBACKS
No person shall erect any building or structure in any Zone unless such building or
structure conforms to the following setback requirements:(a)
Provincial
Highway
Any development which is to occur adjacent to a Provincial highway shall be
carried out in accordance with the setback requirements, access and building
permit controls of the Ministry of Transportation. Any proposed access to the
highway will be subject to the prior approval of the Ministry of Transportation.
(b)
County Road
Any development which is to occur adjacent to a County Road shall be carried out
in accordance with the setback requirements, access and building permit controls
of the County of Renfrew Public Works and Engineering Department. Any
proposed access to the road will be subject to the prior approval of the County of
Renfrew.
(c)
O'Brien Road
The minimum setback requirement for all buildings and structures shall be 15
metres from the front lot line abutting O'Brien Road.
(d)
Other Road
The setback requirement shall be 10 metres from the road centreline plus the
minimum front yard depth required for such use in the Zone where it is located.
Any proposed access to the road will be subject to the prior approval of the Town
of Renfrew.
(e)
Water Setback
A minimum water setback of 30 metres for all buildings and structures, including
private sewage disposal systems from the high water mark shall be provided.
Accessory boathouses, boat docking or boat launching facilities shall not be
required to meet the water setback.
For an existing lot of record which has less than 46 metres of lot depth, the
minimum water setback shall be 20 metres. For the purposes of this subsection,
lot depth is the average distance between the front and rear lot lines.
3.26
STANDARDS - CUMULATIVE
(a)
Unless permitted elsewhere in this By-law, where a lot contains more than one
use, the lot area requirements shall be the sum of the requirements for the separate
uses thereof but the lot frontage requirements shall be no less than the greater of
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the lot frontage requirements for each individual use in the Zone where such lot is
located.
(b)
When a building, structure or lot accommodates more than one use, loading space
requirement and parking space requirement for each building, structure or lot shall
be the sum of the requirements for the separate uses thereof unless exempted
elsewhere in this By-law.
3.27
SWIMMING POOLS
Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law, a private outdoor swimming pool
and structures to be used in conjunction with such swimming pool, may be erected and
used in any Residential Zone, in the side or rear yard, provided that:
(a)
No part of any such swimming pool shall be located closer than 1.5 metres to any
side or rear lot line, nor closer than 3.0 metres to the portion of the rear lot line
that adjoins the side yard of the adjoining lot.
(b)
In the case of a corner lot, no swimming pool shall be located closer than 3.0
metres to an exterior side lot line, or 7.5 metres to a front lot line.
(c)
Water circulating or treatment equipment such as pumps or filters, used in
conjunction with an outdoor swimming pool, shall be located no closer than 3.0
metres to any rear or side lot line on an interior lot, and on a corner lot, no closer
than 7.5 metres to any front lot line and no closer than 3.0 metres to any side lot
line abutting a street. Notwithstanding the above, water circulating and treatment
equipment may be located within 1.0 metre of any rear or side lot line on an
interior lot provided that the accessory building containing said equipment is
sufficiently insulated so as to prevent the emission of noxious sound or vibration.
(d)
Any swimming pool in a Residential zone shall be fenced in accordance with the
Town of Renfrew Fencing By-law, as amended.
3.28
STORAGE OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
No person shall, in any Residential Zone, use any lot for the parking or storage of any
recreational vehicle except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
No recreational vehicle may be stored on any lot that does not contain a least one
(1) dwelling unit.
(b)
The owner or occupant of any lot, building or structure, in any Residential Zone
containing a dwelling may store or park on the lot, not more than one recreational
vehicle of any type (except a snowmobile) and not more than two snowmobiles,
of which he/she is the owner.
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(c)
The recreational vehicle shall be stored within a private garage or carport or
located within the rear yard or interior side yard provided that such recreational
vehicle is located no closer than 1.0 metre to the rear lot line or interior side lot
line, nor within any front yard, nor on a corner lot, closer to any street than the
main wall of the main building.
(d)
Notwithstanding the above, there shall be no limitations imposed which will
restrict the number of such recreational vehicles that are fully enclosed within a
garage provided that such recreational vehicles are owned by the occupant of such
lot or dwelling.
3.29
TRAILERS FOR STORAGE
Trailers used for storage, such as tractor trailers and shipping containers shall only be
permitted in the Extractive Industrial (EM) Zone, as an accessory use.
3.230 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION USES PERMITTED
Nothing contained in this By-law shall prevent the erection or location of any sheds,
scaffolds, or other structures (including trailers or recreational vehicles) incidental to
building construction on the premises for so long as the same is necessary for work in
progress which has neither been finalized, nor abandoned.
Notwithstanding subsection 3.6 DWELLINGS PER LOT to the contrary, on a lot having
a residential use, where new construction of a dwelling is proposed, and where a written
agreement between the owner and the Corporation for its removal is implemented, the
existing dwelling may be used as temporary accommodation only for the time period
when new construction is in progress. The existing dwelling, used as temporary
accommodation, shall be removed from the lot within 30 days of occupancy of the
replacement building.
3.31
THROUGH LOTS
Where a lot which is not a corner lot has frontage on more than one street, the
requirements for front yards contained in the By-law shall apply to each yard abutting the
street.
3.32
VISIBILITY AT INTERSECTIONS
(a)
At the intersection of any two streets, no building, or structure shall be erected, no
landscaping materials shall be allowed to grow, no land shall be graded above the
height of 0.75 metres above the centreline grade of such streets, so as to
materially impede the vision of the operator of a vehicle on the street, within the
triangular area bounded by the lot lines to a distance of 6.0 metres from the points
of intersection of the corner lot lines, or of the projection of the corner lot lines, or
within such area required according to the standards of the Ministry of
Transportation.
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(b)
At the intersection of a street and a railway right-of-way, the vision of the
operator of a motor vehicle shall be unimpeded, as described above, within the
triangular area bounded by the lot lines to a distance of 23 metres from the points
of intersection of the street lot line and the railway lot line.
(c)
At all intersections involving a Provincial highway, the requirements of the
Ministry of Transportation regarding visibility triangles shall apply.
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SECTION 4.0 - ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS, EXCEPTION ZONE PROVISIONS
4.1
ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS
For the purpose of this By-law, the following zones are established as shown on the
Schedule(s) (Zoning Maps).
Zones
Zone Symbol
(a)
Residential Zones
i)
Residential One
R1
ii)
Residential Two
R2
(b)
Commercial Zones
i)
Downtown Commercial
C1
ii)
General Commercial
C2
(c)
Industrial Zones
i)
Light Industrial
M1
ii)
General Industrial
M2
iii)
Extractive Industrial
EM
iv)
Disposal Industrial
DM
(d)
Additional Zones
i)
Community Facility
CF
ii)
Environmental Protection
EP
iii)
Open Space
OS
iv)
Parks and Recreation
PR
v)
Designated Growth Area
DGA
4.2
EXCEPTION ZONES
Where a Zone classification is followed by the numbered suffix "-Exception One", this
denotes the further classification as an Exception Zone. The corresponding Zone symbol
suffix is "-E1". Additional Exception Zones within the same zone classification are
numbered consecutively (i.e. Highway Commercial - Exception One (HC-E1), etc.
Exception Zone provisions are listed separately under the applicable Zone classification
requirements sections in the text of this By-law. All provisions of this By-law will apply
equally to the respective Exception Zone classification, except as otherwise specified by
the Exception Zone provisions.
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For the purpose of this By-law, Exception Zones are established as shown on the
Schedule(s) (Zoning Maps).
The number in brackets represents the amending by-law number to the previous
comprehensive zoning by-law 55-90, that has been carried over to this Zoning By-law.
4.3
HOLDING PROVISIONS
Any parcel of land in any Zone may be further classified as a holding zone, with the
addition of the suffix - "h". The intention of the holding zone is to signify Council's
approval in principle for future development for the purpose of the applicable zone. The
holding provision restricts development of the land until the criteria as established in the
Official Plan (unless otherwise specified in the Zoning By-law) are met to the satisfaction
of Council prior to the removal of the holding provision.
Under this holding Zone, interim and passive uses such as open space and conservation
will be permitted. Uses existing at the time of passing of the By-law will also be
permitted. When the "h" is removed, the land use provisions of the appropriate zone shall
apply.
The removal of the holding provisions shall require an amendment to this By-law. No
public participation with mechanism for appeal shall be required where the principle of
development has been established
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SECTION 5.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL ONE (R1) ZONE
5.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any R1 Zone except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
single detached dwelling
-
semi-detached dwelling
-
duplex dwelling
-
two-unit dwelling
-
converted dwelling
-
group home
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
bed and breakfast
-
day care (private dwelling)
-
private park
-
public park
5.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any R1 Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
5.2.1 Zone Provisions for Single Detached Dwelling, Group Home, Bed and
Breakfast and Day Care (Private Dwelling)
(a)
Lot Area (minimum):
i)
municipal water and municipal sewer
520 square metres
ii)
municipal water and private septic system
2000 square metres
iii)
private well and private septic system
6000 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
i)
municipal water and municipal sewer
15 metres
ii)
municipal water and private septic system
30 metres
iii)
private well and private septic system
55 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
6.0 metres
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(d)
Interior Side Yard Width (minimum)
1.5 metre
(e)
Exterior Side Yard Width (minimum)
3.0 metres
(f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
6.0 metres
(g)
Dwelling Unit Area (minimum)
75 square metres
(h)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
40 %
(i)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 metres
(j)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
(k)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(l)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(m)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
(n)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(o)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
5.2.2 Zone Provisions for Semi-Detached (both units on same lot), Duplex and
Two-Unit Dwellings and Converted Dwellings
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
i)
on municipal water and municipal sewer
750 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
i)
on municipal water and municipal sewer
22 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(d)
Interior Side Yard Width (minimum)
1.5 metre
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(e)
Exterior Side Yard Width (minimum)
3.0 metres
*(By-law 23-2021)*
(f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
*7.5* metres
(g)
Dwelling Unit Area (minimum)
i)
converted dwelling
42 square metres
ii)
all other dwelling types
55 square metres
(h)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
40 %
(i)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 metres
(j)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
(k)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(l)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(m)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
(n)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(o)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
5.2.3 Zone Provisions for Semi-Detached (each unit on a separate lot)
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
i)
on municipal water and municipal sewer
375 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
i)
on municipal water and municipal sewer
11 metres
(c)
No interior side yard required when lot is based on a common wall.
(d)
Dwelling Units Per Lot (maximum)
1
(e)
All other provisions of Section 5.2.2 (c) to (o) apply.
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5.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
(25-2003)
(a)
Residential One-Exception One (R1-E1) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Parts 2 and 4, Plan 49R-13574, in part of Lot 11, Concession 1,
located on Renfrew Avenue West and delineated as Residential One-Exception
One (R1-E1) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, and the following provisions shall
apply:
Permitted Uses
- single detached dwelling
- semi-detached dwelling
- duplex dwelling
- converted dwelling
- bed and breakfast
- normal accessory uses
Provisions
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
4.5 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
6.0 metres
Setback (minimum) for all main uses and
accessory uses including swimming pools,
from Crest of the Slope, as identified in
the Slope Assessment Study, prepared by
Golder Associates Limited, October 7, 1997.
20 metres
(40-1991)
(b)
Residential One-Exception Two (R1-E2) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 38, Plan 109, known municipally as 552 Raglan
Street South and delineated as Residential One-Exception Two (R1-E2) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Additional Permitted Uses
-
the office of one (1) physician; and
-
the office of one (1) physiotherapist
The maximum gross floor area devoted to office uses shall not exceed 193.2
square metres, and the additional permitted uses shall be restricted to the ground
floor. Site Plan approval and a site plan agreement shall be required and include
the provision of adequate off-street parking, buffer strips and landscaping.
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(44-1994)
(c)
Residential One-Exception Three (R1-E3) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lot 216, Plan 38, known municipally as 49 Queen Street North
and delineated as Residential One-Exception Three (R1-E3) on Schedule 'A' to
this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses
-
a maximum of 3 dwelling units
Provisions
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
0.61 metres
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
0.91 metres
Gross Floor area (minimum) per dwelling unit
49.24 square metres
Parking spaces on-site (minimum)
4 spaces
(40-2000)
(d)
Residential One-Exception Four (R1-E4) Zone
(5-2002)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 3, Block G, Plan 8, known municipally as 390
Albert Street and delineated as Residential One-Exception Four (R1-E4) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses
-
antique retail business (within one-storey wood frame addition, fronting Bruce
Street)
-
residential use (within remaining portion of structure)
Provisions
-
a minimum of 4 off-street parking spaces shall be provided and shall be
improved to an asphalt or granular base.
-
a minimum 3 metre side buffer strip shall be provided between the parking
area and the abutting property at 380 Albert Street.
(27-2002)
(e)
Residential One-Exception Five (R1-E5) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 37, Registered Plan No. 109, known municipally as
3 Veterans Memorial Boulevard and delineated as Residential One-Exception
Five (R1-E5) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply:
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Permitted Uses:
-
two 2-bedroom apartments and one 3-bedroom apartment existing at the time
of passing of this By-law
-
commercial office on the ground floor up to a maximum of 97.5 square metres
in area
-
one 2-bedroom apartment and a commercial office space on the second floor
up to a maximum of 97.5 square metres. The commercial office space shall
be for the exclusive use of the apartment occupant and occupy up to a
maximum of 9.3 metres in area
- a minimum of one on-site parking space
(41-2005)
(f)
Residential One-Exception Six (R1-E6) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part 1, Plan 49R-15977, in part of Lot 10, Concession 3,
located on Gillan Road and delineated as Residential One-Exception Six (R1-E6)
on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, a clinic shall be an additional permitted use.
(39-2007)
(g)
Residential One-Exception Seven (R1-E7) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lot 196, Plan 200, known municipally as 730 Fifth Street and
delineated as Residential One-Exception Seven (R1-E7) on Schedule 'A' to this
By-law, a boarding house for a maximum of four boarders shall be an additional
permitted use.
(10-2010)
(h)
Residential One-Exception Eight (R1-E8) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands comprising Lots 17 to 20, inclusive, Plan 49M-38 and delineated as
Residential One-Exception Eight (R1-E8) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, for
each semi-detached unit located on a separate lot the following provisions shall
apply:
Lot area (minimum)
330 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
9.5 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
6 metres
(former ER)
(i)
Residential One-Exception Nine (R1-E9) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands delineated as Residential One-Exception Nine (R1-E9) located on Maloney
Road and Bruce Street the provisions of Section 3.15 Municipal Piped Services of
this By-law do not apply, and a single detached dwelling shall be the only
permitted residential use.
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*(By-law 49-2014)*
*(i)
Residential One-Exception Nine (R1-E9) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands delineated as Residential One-Exception Nine (R1-E9) located on Maloney
Road, Bruce Street and Barnet Boulevard the provisions of Section 3.15
Municipal Piped Services of this By-law do not apply, and a single detached
dwelling shall be the only permitted residential use.*
(15-1992)
(j)
Residential One-Exception Ten (R1-E10) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 14, Concession 1, being Part 1, Plan 49R-2047 and
Part 1, Plan 49R-11761, known municipally as 401-A and 401-B McBride Road
and delineated as Residential One-Exception Ten (R1-E10) on Schedule 'A' to
this By-law, no buildings or structures including septic tile beds shall be located
within 10 metres from the top of slope along the Bonnechere River. The 10 metre
setback line shall be staked by the owner's engineer and all development on the
subject lands shall take place strictly in accordance with the recommendations
contained in the Slope Stability Assessment prepared by John D. Paterson and
Associates Ltd. and dated September 6, 1991.
(29-2010)
(k)
Residential One-Exception Eleven (R1-E11) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands comprising part of Lot 215, Plan 38 (Part 2, 49R-15653), located at 147
Lisgar Avenue and delineated as Residential One-Exception Eleven (R1-E11) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, a hairdressing establishment shall be an additional
permitted use and the following provisions shall apply:
Lot area (minimum)
394 square metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
0 metres
Side Yard Width (minimum)
0 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
0.66 metres
Lot Coverage (maximum) with
Unenclosed carport and porch extension
57%
(17-2001)
(l)
Residential One-Exception Twelve (R1-E12) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lot 292, Plan 200, known municipally as 702 Eighth Street and
delineated as Residential One-Exception Twelve (R1-E12) on Schedule 'A' to
this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Use:
Multiple Attached Dwelling
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Provisions:
Lot Area (minimum)
464.5 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
15.24 metres
Lot percentage of open landscaped space (minimum)
25%
Dwelling Unit Gross Floor Area (minimum)
65 square metres
For the purposes of this subsection a Multiple Attached Dwelling shall mean a
whole building that is divided into a maximum of four dwelling units, each of
which has an independent entrance, except that two of the units share a common
entranceway. Sections 3.11.2 and 3.21.1(k)(i) and (ii) shall not apply to the
subject property.
(55-2007)
(m)
Residential One-Exception Thirteen (R1-E13) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 14, Concession 2, known municipally as 624
Maloney Road and delineated as Residential One-Exception Thirteen (R1-E13)
on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses:
-
single detached dwelling
-
semi-detached dwelling
-
duplex dwelling
-
converted dwelling
-
home occupation
-
bed and breakfast establishment
-
group home with a maximum of four (4) residents, not including supervisory
staff
The provisions of Section 3.15 of this By-law do not apply.
(17-2009)
(n)
Residential One-Exception Fourteen (R1-E14) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 52, Plan 257, known municipally as 391 Charles
Avenue and delineated as Residential One-Exception Fourteen (R1-E14) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following additional provisions shall apply:
-
permitted uses include an office for Tim's Burner Service, Duct Cleaning.
-
the business shall be operated by the owner/occupant of the dwelling who
resides in the dwelling and shall not employ more than two (2) employees to
work on-site who do not reside therein.
-
not more than 15% of the lot area shall be used for parking.
-
maximum number of parking spaces permitted on a lot occupied by a home
based business shall be four (4) including one per employee and up to two
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commercial spaces. Such parking spaces shall not include parking spaces
required for the residential use of the building.
-
the parking shall not be accommodated in the front yard of the property.
-
the business shall not generate excessive traffic and shall not create a traffic
hazard.
-
deliveries shall be accommodated at an off-site storage unit.
-
oil tanks shall not be permitted or stored on the property.
(58-1998)
(o)
Residential One-Exception Fifteen (R1-E15) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 1 to 19, inclusive, on Registered Plan 567, located on Ivy
Avenue and McDougall Road and delineated as Residential One-Exception
Fifteen (R1-E15) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply:
Lot area (minimum)
1800 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
25 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
Side Yard Width (minimum)
For all lots except Lot 3, Plan 567
3 metres
Side Yard Width (minimum)
For Lot 3, Plan 567
1.5 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
Dwelling Unit Gross Floor Area (minimum)
112 square metres
Lot Coverage (maximum - all buildings)
15%
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
50%
(6-1977 & 47-1977)
(p)
Residential One-Exception Sixteen (R1-E16) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lots 13 and 14, Concession 1, located on Riverview
Crescent and Riverview Drive and delineated as Residential One-Exception
Sixteen (R1-E16) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply:
Permitted Uses:
single detached dwelling and accessory uses
Lot Provisions:
Lot area (minimum)
6070 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
53 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
-
Main Building
12 metres
-
Accessory Building
not permitted
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Side Yard Width (minimum)
-
Main Building
7.5 metres
-
Accessory Building
6 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
-
Main Building
30.48 metres from top of
bank of the creek or
Bonnechere River
-
Accessory Building
15.24 metres from top of
bank of the creek of
Bonnechere River
Building Height (maximum)
-
Main Building
10.5 metres
-
Accessory Building
4.5 metres
Dwelling Unit Gross Floor Area (minimum)
167 square metres
Lot Coverage (maximum - all buildings)
4%
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
50%
(63-1980)
(q)
Residential One-Exception Seventeen (R1-E17) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 159 to 162, inclusive and part of Lots 158 and 170, Plan
200, located at 690 Fourth Street and delineated as Residential One-Exception
Seventeen (R1-E17) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the minimum required front
yard depth shall be 38 metres.
(21-1986)
(r)
Residential One-Exception Eighteen (R1-E18) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part Lot 14, Concession 1, located at 541 Riverview Drive and
delineated as Residential One-Exception Eighteen (R1-E18) on Schedule 'A' to
this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses:
single detached dwelling and accessory uses
Lot Provisions:
Lot area (minimum)
4856 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
75 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
12 metres
Side Yard Width (minimum)
7.5 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
30.5 metres
Dwelling Unit Gross Floor Area (minimum)
170 square metres
Lot Coverage (maximum - all buildings)
5%
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
50%
Yard Width (minimum) and Setback (minimum)
from top of river embankment for
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accessory buildings and structures
6 metres
(67-1986)
(s)
Residential One-Exception Nineteen (R1-E19) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part Lots 13 & 14, Concession 1, located at 365 and 369
McAndrew Avenue and delineated as Residential One-Exception Nineteen (R1-
E19) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses:
single detached dwelling and accessory uses
Lot Provisions:
Lot area (minimum)
3000 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
61 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
10 metres
Side Yard Width (minimum)
7.5 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum) from
crest of the river bank
15 metres
Dwelling Unit Gross Floor Area (minimum)
130 square metres
Lot Coverage (maximum - all buildings)
10%
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
50%
(15-1987)
(t)
Residential One-Exception Twenty (R1-E20) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part Lots 10 & 11, Concession 1, located at 200 and 230
Opeongo Road and delineated as Residential One-Exception Twenty (R1-E20) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses:
single detached dwelling and accessory uses
Lot Provisions:
Lot area (minimum)
2000 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
30 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
-
Main Building
7.5 metres
-
Accessory Building
not permitted
Side Yard Width (minimum)
-
Main Building
7.5 metres
-
Accessory Building
6 metres
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Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
for 200 Opeongo Rd.
10 metres from top
of creek embankment
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
for 230 Opeongo Rd.
25 metres from top
of creek embankment
Dwelling Unit Gross Floor Area (minimum)
112 square metres
Lot Coverage (maximum - all buildings)
10%
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
50%
(30-1989)
(u)
Residential One-Exception Twenty-One (R1-E21) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands comprising all of Block C, Plan 405 and located on Wade Avenue and
Centennial Drive and delineated as Residential One-Exception Twenty-One (R1-
E21) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the only permitted use shall be single
detached dwellings and building and structures accessory thereto.
(47-1989)
(v)
Residential One-Exception Twenty-Two (R1-E22) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part Lot 12, Concession 1, located at 264 Patrick Avenue and
delineated as Residential One-Exception Twenty-Two (R1-E22) on Schedule 'A'
to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses:
single detached dwelling and accessory uses
Lot Provisions:
Lot Area (minimum)
5600 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
46 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
-
Main Building
7.5 metres
Side Yard Width (minimum)
3 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
15.24 metres from crest
of slope of Smiths Creek
Dwelling Unit Gross Floor Area (minimum)
130 square metres
Lot Coverage (maximum - all buildings)
10%
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
50%
(10-2010)
(u)
Residential One-Exception Twenty-Three (R1-E23) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands comprising Lots 1 to 8, inclusive, Plan 49M-38, and Lots 1 to 17, inclusive
on Plan 49M-61, and delineated as Residential One-Exception Twenty-Three (R1-
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E23) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the minimum required exterior side yard
shall be 6 metres.
*(By-law 38-2010)*
*(x)
Residential One-Exception Twenty-Four (R1-E24) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lot 37, In The Red Circle, Registered Plan 109, Part 2, 3, 4, 5,
6 and 7 on Plan 49R-17271 and delineated as Residential One-Exception Twenty-
Four (R1-E24) on Schedule A, the existing 2 ½ storey brick dwelling shall be
recognized at a reduced setback of 0.5m from the property line adjacent to Raglan
Street South as indicated on Plan 49R-17271.*
*(By-law 12-2012)*
*(y)
Residential One-Exception Twenty-Five (R1-E25) Zone
Notwithstanding, any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Plan 38, Lot 212, in the Town of Renfrew, County of Renfrew,
municipally known as 79 & 89 Queen Street North, the following provisions shall
apply:
Zone Provisions
Applicable to 89 Queen Street North
Lot Area (minimum)
317 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
10 metres
Front Yard Depth (for main dwelling)
3 metres
Front Yard Depth (for verandah)
0.6 metres
Interior Side Yard Width
0.9 metres
Applicable to 79 Queen Street North
Lot Area (minimum)
317 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
10 metres
Interior Side Yard Width
0.9 metres*
*(By-law 37-2012)*
*(z)
Residential One-Exception Twenty-Six (R1-E26) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described in paragraph 1 above, the following provisions shall apply:
Zone Provisions
Lot Frontage (minimum)
16.7 metres
Front Yard Depth (for main dwelling)
7.4 metres
THAT all other applicable provisions of Zoning By-law No. 46-2010 shall
continue to apply to the subject property.*
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*(By-law 14-2013)*
*(aa) Residential One-Exception Twenty-Seven (R1-E27) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Concession 1, Part Lot 11, RP 49R-5685, known municipally
as 528 Opeongo Road, shall henceforth be zoned Residential One-Exception
Twenty-Seven (R1-E27) to permit a reduced lot frontage of 23 metres.
THAT all other applicable provisions of Zoning By-law No. 46-2010 shall
continue to apply to the subject property.*
*(By-law 20-2013)*
*(bb) Residential One-Exception Twenty-Eight (R1-E28) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Concession 1, Part Lot 11, Opeongo Road, shall henceforth be
zoned Residential One-Exception Twenty-Eight (R1-E28) in order to reduce the
minimum lot area to 5950 square metres.
THAT all other applicable provisions of Zoning By-law No. 46-2010 shall
continue to apply to the subject property.*
*(By-law 34-2013)*
*(cc) Residential One-Exception Twenty-Nine (R1-E29) Zone (Lot 1 of Plan 405)
(292 Centennial Dr)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 3.3.6 hereof to the contrary, the lands
designated R1-E29 on Schedule "A" hereto shall also be used in accordance with
the following provisions:
Lot Provisions
Lot Area (minimum)
640 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
18 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
2.7 metres*
*(By-law 35-2015)*
*(dd) Residential One-Exception Thirty (R1-E30) Zone (327 Lisgar Avenue)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as 327 Lisgar Avenue and delineated as Residential One -
Exception Thirty (R1-E30) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the provisions of
Sections 2.24 and 3.3.2 of this By-law do not apply and the following shall apply:
Additional permitted use:
-
Bed and Breakfast within an accessory structure
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Provisions:
-
A Bed and Breakfast means "an accessory structure in which a
maximum of one room for rent as short-term accommodation for
tourists or vacationers, and may include the provision of meals. The
Bed and Breakfast use shall remain subordinate to the primary use of
the property as a single-detached dwelling. This definition does not
include any other establishment defined in this By-law.*
*(By-law 68-2016)*
*(ee) Residential One-Exception Thirty-One (R1-E31) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 11 to 34, inclusively, of draft plan dated December 18th,
2015, prepared by Adam Kasprzak OLS, Adam Kasprzak Surveying Ltd.,
identified as Reference 15-2147 B and delineated as Residential One-Exception
Thirty-One (R1-E31) Zone on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, all development shall
occur in strict accordance with the Geotechnical Investigation and Slope Stability
Evaluation, Proposed Residential Development, Phase 4 - Hunter's Gate
Subdivision, Renfrew, Ontario, prepared by Golder Associates Ltd., July 2015,
Report No. 1532944 and the addendum letter titled Grading Plan Review Phase 4
- Hunter's Gate, Ottawa, Ontario prepared by Golder Associates Ltd., August 9th,
2016, Report No. 1532944 and no development or site alteration shall occur
within the Limit of Hazard Lands as shown on approved Grading Plans GP-1 to
GP-4, inclusively, prepared by Stantec Consulting Ltd., Revision 4 (August 4th,
2016).*
*(By-law 64-2021)*
*(ff)
Residential One-Exception Thirty-Two (R1-E32) Zone (377 Bruce Street)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part Lot 13 and 14, Concession 2, known municipally as 377
Bruce Street, and zoned "Residential One - Exception Thirty-Two (R1-E32)
Zone" on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following permitted uses and
provisions shall apply to the subject lands:
-
The only permitted use shall be a total of one (1) single detached dwelling
within the zone.
Provisions:
-
Front yard depth (Minimum): 15 metres
-
The dwelling shall be serviced by municipal water services, and private on-
site sewage disposal.
-
Prior to issuance of a building permit, the Owner shall grant to the Town an
easement conveying groundwater rights to the satisfaction of the Town, free
and clear of all encumbrances, and at no expense to the Town. The easement
shall apply to the whole of the lot.
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-
Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Owner shall grant to the Town a
servicing easement for water services, to the satisfaction of the Town, free and
clear of all encumbrances, and at no expense to the Town.
-
No further severances shall be permitted from the lands.*
*(By-law 57-2022)*
*(ff)
Residential One-Exception Thirty-Three (R1-E33) Zone (277 Barr Street)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part Lot 767, Plan 196, known municipally as 277 Barr Street,
and zoned "Residential One - Exception Thirty-Three (R1-E33) Zone" on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following permitted uses and provisions shall
apply to the subject lands:
Permitted Uses:
-
In addition to the uses existing on the lot at the time of passing of the
amending by-law (57-2022), one (1) dwelling unit shall be permitted within
an accessory building.
Special Provisions:
-
The minimum dwelling unit area shall be in accordance with s. 6.2.4 of this
by-law (R2 Zone provisions).
-
The maximum height for the proposed accessory building containing the
dwelling unit shall be 7.1m.*
5.4
INTERIM USES AND STANDARDS (HOLDING)
(a)
Residential One-holding (R1-h) (Hunter Gate Subdivision)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands zoned Residential
One-holding (R1-h) in part of Lots 10 and 11, Concession 3, geographic
Township of Horton (Hunter Gate Subdivision - Draft Approved Plan REF: 08-
2167.h-9) on Schedule A to this By-law, in accordance with the conditions set
forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure, except
in accordance with the following:
(a)
Permitted Uses
-
existing uses in existing locations
-
open space
-
passive recreation that does not require a building
(b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
These conditions must be satisfied prior to the passing of a by-law to
remove the holding symbol:
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i) A plan of subdivision pursuant to Section 51 of the Planning Act for
the development permitted under the Residential One (R1) Zone is
draft approved by the County of Renfrew.
ii) That a Subdivision Agreement under Section 51(26) of the Planning
Act be entered into between the owner and the Town. The
Development Agreement is to include the design and installation of
municipal services, to Council's satisfaction.
iii) Detailed mapping and geotechnical analysis is completed to the
Town's satisfaction, for all lands backing onto the Environmental
Protection (EP) Zone. The analysis must reference the Geotechnical
Investigation ~ Proposed Residential Development ~ Hunter's Gate ~
Renfrew, Ontario (06-1120-109-3000) prepared by Golder Associates,
May 2006.
iv) Zoning to implement the findings of the geotechnical analysis is
finalized for all lands backing onto the Environmental Protection (EP)
Zone.
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(b)
Residential One-holding (R1-h) (Mason Avenue)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands zoned Residential
One-holding (R1-h) in part of Lot 14, Concession 1, geographic Township of
Horton, located on Mason Avenue on Schedule A to this By-law, in accordance
with the conditions set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a
building or structure, except in accordance with the following:
(a)
Permitted Uses
-
existing uses in existing locations
-
open space
-
passive recreation that does not require a building
(b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
The following condition must be satisfied prior to the passing of a by-law
to remove the holding symbol:
A Servicing Feasibility Study to address the adequacy of water, sanitary
sewer and storm sewer services for the type of development proposed, is
prepared by the owner, to the Town's satisfaction.
(c)
Residential One-holding (R1-h) (200 Stewart Street)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands zoned Residential
One-holding (R1-h) in Lots 1, 2 and 3, Part Lots 4 and 5, Block A, Plan 8, located
at 200 Stewart Street on Schedule A to this By-law, in accordance with the
conditions set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a building or
structure, except in accordance with the following:
(a)
Permitted Uses
-
existing uses in existing locations
-
open space
-
passive recreation that does not require a building
(b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
The following condition must be satisfied prior to the passing of a by-law
to remove the holding symbol:
(i)
A geotechnical study completed to the satisfaction of the Town
(ii)
A flood plain study completed to the satisfaction of the Town.
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SECTION 6.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL TWO (R2) ZONE
6.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use any land or erect or use any building or structure in any R2 Zone
except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
single detached dwelling
-
semi-detached dwelling
-
duplex dwelling
-
two-unit dwelling
-
triplex dwelling
-
three unit dwelling
-
four-plex dwelling
-
four unit dwelling
-
converted dwelling
-
multiple attached dwelling
-
apartment dwelling
-
boarding house
-
group home
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
day care (private dwelling)
-
bed and breakfast
-
private park
-
public park
6.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any R2 Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
6.2.1 Zone Provisions for Single Detached Dwelling, Group Home, Bed and
Breakfast and Day Care (Private Dwelling)
Refer to Section 5.2.1
6.2.2 Zone Provisions for Semi-Detached (both units on same lot) Duplex, Two-
Unit Dwellings and Converted Dwellings
Refer to Section 5.2.2
6.2.3 Zone Provisions for Semi-Detached (each unit on a separate lot)
Refer to Section 5.2.3
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6.2.4 Zone Provisions for Triplex, Three-Unit, Four-Unit, Apartment, Multiple
Attached Dwellings (on one lot) and Boarding House
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
i)
municipal water and municipal sewer only
750 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
i)
municipal water and municipal sewer only
30 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
(i)
apartment dwelling
3.0 metres or ½ the
height of the building,
whichever is greater
(ii)
all other permitted uses
3.0 metres
(e)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
(i)
apartment dwelling
7.5 metres or ½ the
height of the building,
whichever is greater
(ii)
all other permitted uses
7.5 metres
(f)
Dwelling Unit Area (minimum)
55 square metres
(g)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
40 %
(h)
Building Height (maximum)
i)
apartments
18.2 metres
ii)
all other permitted uses
10.5 metres
(i)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
(j)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(k)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
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(l)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
(m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(n)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
6.2.5 Zone Provisions for Multiple Attached Dwellings (each unit on a separate lot)
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
i)
municipal water and municipal sewer only
165 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
i)
municipal water and municipal sewer only
6 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
6 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
3 metres
(no side yard required when lot line(s) is based on common wall)
(e)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(f)
Dwelling Unit Area (minimum)
55 square metres
(g)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
40 %
(h)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 metres
(i)
All other provisions of Section 6.2.4 (i) to (n) apply.
6.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
(25-2005)
(a)
Residential Two-Exception One (R2-E1) Zone
(3-2009)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 15 to 18, inclusive and Lots 43 to 51, inclusive on Plan
397, located on Aberdeen Street and delineated as Residential Two-Exception
One (R2-E1) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, a maximum density of 26 units shall
be permitted and the following provisions shall apply:
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Permitted Uses
- semi-detached dwelling
- multiple attached dwelling
Provisions for Semi-detached Dwellings
Lot area (minimum)
675 square metres
Lot frontage (minimum)
19.81 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
5.49 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
3.66 metres
Lot Coverage (maximum)
50%
Building Height (maximum)
1 storey
Provisions for Multiple attached Dwellings
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
5.49 metres
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
1.3 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
3.66 metres
Lot Coverage (maximum)
50%
Building Height (maximum)
1 storey
Additional Provisions for Lots 15 and 16, Plan 387
Part 19, Plan 49R-16635:
Exterior Side Yard (minimum)
1.5 metres
Parts 1 and 5, 49R-16635:
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
4.9 metres
(40-2008)
(b)
Residential Two-Exception Two (R2-E2) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part of Block F, Plan 4, known municipally as 113 Renfrew
Avenue West, and delineated as Residential Two-Exception Two (R2-E2) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
Additional Permitted Uses:
-
senior citizen's home
-
home occupation
Provisions:
In addition to the permitted uses, the entire ground floor of the existing dwelling
may be used commercially as a massage therapy clinic, and beauty and hair salon.
The second and third floor of the existing residential buildings shall be used for
residential purposes only.
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(Hunter Gate Phases I & II)
(c)
Residential Two-Exception Three (R2-E3) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Blocks 26 to 29, inclusive, Plan 49M-38 and Blocks 18 to 21
and 23, Plan 49M-61, located on Elk Street and Otteridge Avenue, and delineated
as Residential Two-Exception Three (R2-E3) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law,
semi -detached dwellings and multiple attached dwellings shall be the only
permitted uses and the following provisions shall apply to multiple attached
dwellings each on a separate lot:
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
6. metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
6.8 metres*
* 22-2014* **
(54-1984)
(d)
Residential Two-Exception Four (R2-E4) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 9, Concession 1, located at 740 Raglan Street
South, and delineated as Residential Two-Exception Four (R2-E4) on Schedule
'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Lot area (minimum)
7130 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
47 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
For all Phase 1 & 2 buildings
7.5 metres
For all Phase 3 buildings
6.7 metres
(e)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(f)
Number of buildings (maximum)
3
(g)
Number of apartment units (maximum)
48
(h)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 metres
(i)
Lot Coverage (maximum - all buildings)
21%
(j)
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
43%
(27-1985)
(e)
Residential Two-Exception Five (R2-E5) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 293, Plan 200, located at 698 Eighth Street, and
delineated as Residential Two-Exception Five (R2-E5) on Schedule 'A' to this
By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Lot area (minimum)
464 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
15 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
1.67 metres
(e)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(f)
Number of apartment units (maximum)
3
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(g)
Building Height (maximum)
2 storeys
(h)
Lot Coverage (maximum - all buildings)
20%
(i)
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
67%
(j)
Parking spaces (minimum)
3
(56-1985)
(f)
Residential Two-Exception Six (R2-E6) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lots 248 & 249, Plan 46, located at 167 Lisgar
Avenue, and delineated as Residential Two-Exception Six (R2-E6) on Schedule
'A' to this By-law, apartment dwelling units shall be permitted including one
dwelling unit permitted in the basement and the following provisions shall apply:
(a)
Lot area (minimum)
1278 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
31 metres
(c)
Number of apartment units (maximum)
9
(d)
Parking spaces (minimum)
12
(63-1989)
(g)
Residential Two-Exception Seven (R2-E7) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 314 to 330, inclusive, Plan 200 and Parts 1 and 2, Plan
49R-518, located on Eighth Street, southwest of Barnet Boulevard, and delineated
as Residential Two-Exception Seven (R2-E7) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law,
townhouse units shall be permitted and the following provisions shall apply to
each townhouse lot and unit:
(a)
Lot area (minimum)
195 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
6.4 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
6 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
For end units in each group
1.85 metres
(e)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(f)
Number of units (maximum)
72
(g)
Dwelling Unit Gross Floor Area (minimum)
- One-storey dwelling
74.2 square metres
- Two-storey dwelling
83.7 square metres
(10-2010)
(h)
Residential Two-Exception Eight (R2-E8) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 21 and 22, Plan 49M-38 located on Elk Street and
delineated as Residential Two-Exception Eight (R2-E8) on Schedule 'A' to this
By-law, the minimum required exterior side yard setback for a multiple attached
dwelling located on a separate lot shall be 6 metres.
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(10-2010 & 24-2010)
(i)
Residential Two-Exception Nine (R2-E9) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 9 to 16, inclusive, Plan 49M-38 located on Foxden Street
and delineated as Residential Two-Exception Nine (R2-E9) on Schedule 'A' to
this By-law, for a multiple attached dwelling located on a separate lot, the
following provisions shall apply:
a) Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
6.8 metres
b) Lot Coverage (maximum)
50%*
* 22-2014* **
*(By-law 26-2011)*
*(j)
Residential Two-Exception Ten (R2-E10) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block R, Registered Plan 8, the following
provisions shall apply:
1) To increase the permitted lot coverage from 40% to 52% of the lot area
per townhouse unit for the bungalow townhouse units on proposed Block 3.
2) To increase the permitted lot coverage from 40% to 46% of the lot area per
townhouse unit for the two story townhouse units on Block 2.*
*(By-law 19-2011)*
*(k)
Residential Two-Exception Eleven (R2-E11) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 22, 23 and 24 and part of Tasse Street, Plan 105, Town of
Renfrew, know municipally as 390 Raglan Street North and 167 Bruce Street, the
following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses
Apartment dwelling
Provisions
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
3.07 metres
Exterior Yard Depth (minimum)
2.28 metres
Interior Side Yard Depth (minimum)
2.19 metres.*
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*(By-law 11-2014)*
*(l)
Residential Two-Exception Twelve (R2-E12) Zone Hunter Gate Subdivision - Phase 3
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Blocks 28 to 32, inclusively, Plan 49M-78, located on Foxden
Street and Otteridge Street and delineated as Residential Two-Exception Twelve
(R2-E12) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, for multiple attached dwellings located
on a separate lot, the following provisions shall apply:
a) Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
6.8 metres
b) Lot Coverage (maximum)
55%.*
*(22-2014)* **
*(By-law 12-2014)*
*(m)
Residential Two-Exception Thirteen (R2-E13) Zone Hunter Gate Subdivision - Phase 3
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Blocks 33 and 34, inclusively, Plan 49M-78, located on
Foxden Street and Otteridge Street and delineated as Residential Two-Exception
Thirteen (R2-E13) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, for multiple attached
dwellings located on a separate lot, the following provisions shall apply:
a) Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
6.8 metres
b) Lot Coverage (maximum)
60%.*
*(22-2014)* **
*(By-law 68-2016)*
*(n)
Residential Two-Exception Fourteen (R2-E14) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Blocks 50 to 53 and 64 to 66, inclusively, of draft plan dated
December 18th, 2015, prepared by Adam Kasprzak OLS, Adam Kasprzak
Surveying Ltd., identified as Reference 15-2147 B and delineated as Residential
Two-Exception Fourteen (R2-E14) Zone on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, all
development shall occur in strict accordance with the Geotechnical Investigation
and Slope Stability Evaluation, Proposed Residential Development, Phase 4 -
Hunter's Gate Subdivision, Renfrew, Ontario, prepared by Golder Associates
Ltd., July 2015, Report No. 1532944 and the addendum letter titled Grading Plan
Review Phase 4 - Hunter's Gate, Ottawa, Ontario prepared by Golder Associates
Ltd., August 9th, 2016, Report No. 1532944 and no development or site alteration
shall occur within the Limit of Hazard Lands as shown on approved Grading
Plans GP-1 to GP-4, inclusively, prepared by Stantec Consulting Ltd., Revision 4
(August 4th, 2016).*
(o)
Residential Two-Exception Fifteen (R2-E15) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Blocks 67 and 68 of draft plan dated December 18th, 2015,
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prepared by Adam Kasprzak OLS, Adam Kasprzak Surveying Ltd., identified as
Reference 15-2147 B and delineated as Residential Two-Exception Fifteen (R2-
E15) Zone on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, all development shall occur in strict
accordance with the Geotechnical Investigation and Slope Stability Evaluation,
Proposed Residential Development, Phase 4 - Hunter's Gate Subdivision,
Renfrew, Ontario, prepared by Golder Associates Ltd., July 2015, Report No.
1532944 and the addendum letter titled Grading Plan Review Phase 4 - Hunter's
Gate, Ottawa, Ontario prepared by Golder Associates Ltd., August 9th, 2016,
Report No. 1532944 and no development or site alteration shall occur within the
Limit of Hazard Lands as shown on approved Grading Plans GP-1 to GP-4,
inclusively, prepared by Stantec Consulting Ltd., Revision 4 (August 4th, 2016)
and the following provisions shall apply to semi-detached dwellings:
a) Front Yard Depth (minimum)
6.0 metres
(p)
Residential Two-Exception Sixteen (R2-E16) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Blocks 54, 55, 60, 61 and 62, of draft plan dated December
18th, 2015, prepared by Adam Kasprzak OLS, Adam Kasprzak Surveying Ltd.,
identified as Reference 15-2147 B and delineated as Residential Two-Exception
Sixteen (R2-E16) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall
apply to multiple attached dwellings each on a separate lot:
a) Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
6.8 metres
(q)
Residential Two-Exception Seventeen (R2-E17) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Blocks 37 to 41 and Blocks 56 to 59, of draft plan dated
December 18th, 2015, prepared by Adam Kasprzak OLS, Adam Kasprzak
Surveying Ltd., identified as Reference 15-2147 B and delineated as Residential
Two-Exception Seventeen (R2-E17) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the
following provisions shall apply to multiple attached dwellings each on a separate
lot:
a) Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
6.8 metres
b) Lot Coverage (maximum)
50%.*
*(16-2020)*
*(r)
Residential Two-Exception Eighteen (R2-E18A & R2-E18B) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands known municipally as 475 Barnet Boulevard and delineated as Residential
Two-Exception Eighteen (R2-E18A and R2-E18B) on Schedule 'A' to this By-
law, the following provisions shall apply to an "apartment dwelling".
(a)
Maximum Height: 23.0 metres (R2-E1B only)
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(b)
Minimum parking ratio: 1.4 parking spaces per dwelling unit
(c)
Minimum accessible parking space dimensions and requirements: in
accordance with Provincial legislation, more particularly the Accessibility
for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and successor legislation.
(d)
Minimum separation distance between a dwelling and an Industrial Zone
or Industrial-Holding Zone [s. 3.23(a)(i)]: In accordance with an approved
site plan.
*(By-law 23-2021)*
*(e)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 2.116 and 6.3(r) to the
contrary, the entire 5.1 hectare site described as Parts 1 and 2, RP 49R-
11183, shall be treated as one lot for zoning purposes.*
All other provisions of the R2 Zone shall apply.*
*(By-law 62-2025)*
*(s) Residential Two-Exception Nineteen (R2-E19) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
described as Lots 12 and 13 , Concession 1, Geographic Township of Horton,
Town of Renfrew, County of Renfrew, and known municipally as 436 Lisgar
Avenue, Roll #47-48-000-070-17600, and identified as Residential Two -
Exception Nineteen (R2-E19) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following
provisions shall apply:
-
Additional Residential Units shall be permitted in accordance with the
provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c. P.13, as amended, including
where primary units are on the same lot.
-
Tupper Street frontage: this frontage shall be developed with ground-oriented
housing (single-detached, semi-detached, townhouse dwellings) with the
principal pedestrian entrance and architectural building front addressing the
street. Vehicular access and parking shall be provided at the rear of the
dwellings through laneway, parking lot, or other rear access. Despite
provisions of this by-law to the contrary, the lot line along Tupper Street shall
be designated as the front lot line.
-
Lisgar Avenue frontage: dwellings shall be developed with the principal
pedestrian entrance and architectural building front addressing the street.
Vehicular access and parking shall be provided at the rear of the dwellings
through laneway, parking lot, or other rear access. Despite provisions of this
by-law to the contrary, the lot line along Lisgar Avenue shall be designated as
the front lot line.
-
Minimum front-yard setback:
o Tupper Street frontage: 4.5 m, or as per approved site plan.
o Lisgar Street frontage (all dwelling types except apartments): 4.5 m, or
as per approved site plan.
-
Sidewalks shall be provided along both street frontages (Lisgar/Tupper) to
connect to the existing sidewalks at the intersection of Mary/Tupper and
Lisgar/Tupper.
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All other provisions of the R2 Zone shall apply.*
6.4
INTERIM USES AND STANDARDS (HOLDING)
(a)
Residential Two-holding (R2-h) (148 Lochiel Street North)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands zoned Residential
Two-holding (R2-h) in part of Lot 92, Lots 93, 94, 95, 131, 132, 133, 169 and
205, Plan 38 and part of Bonnechere Street, known municipally as 148 Lochiel
Street North, on Schedule A to this By-law, in accordance with the conditions set
forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure, except
in accordance with the following:
(a)
Permitted Uses
-
existing uses in existing locations
-
open space
-
passive recreation that does not require a building
(b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
These conditions must be satisfied prior to the passing of a by-law to
remove the holding symbol:
(i)
A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment completed to the
satisfaction of the Town
(ii)
A Phase II Environmental Site Assessment, if required by the
Phase I Assessment, completed to the satisfaction of the Town
(iii)
A geotechnical study completed to the satisfaction of the Town
(iv)
A flood plain study completed to the satisfaction of the Town
*(By-law 62-2025)*
*(b)
Residential Two-Exception Nineteen - Holding (R2-E19-h) Zone
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from lands zoned Residential
Two-Exception Nineteen - Holding (R2-E19-h), for those lands described as Lots
12 and 13 , Concession 1, Geographic Township of Horton, Town of Renfrew,
County of Renfrew, and known municipally as 436 Lisgar Avenue, Roll #47-48-
000-070-17600, in accordance with the conditions set forth herein, no person shall
use land or erect or use a building or structure, except in accordance with the
following:
(a)
Permitted Uses
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-
existing uses in existing locations
(b)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
These conditions must be satisfied prior to the passing of a by-law to
remove the holding symbol:
(i)
A Record of Site Condition, if required, to the satisfaction of the
Town.
(ii)
Approval of a Draft Plan of Subdivision or Site Plan Approval.*
TOWN OF RENFREW ZONING BY-LAW
7. DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONE
101
SECTION 7.0 - REQUIREMENTS OF DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONE
7.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use any land or erect or use any building or structure in any C1 Zone
except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
*(By-law 23-2021)*
-
dwelling units over permitted *non-residential uses*
-
existing residential uses
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
assembly hall
-
automotive gasoline bar
-
automotive service station
-
clinic
-
convenience store
-
custom woodworking
-
day nursery
-
eating establishment
-
eating establishment take out
-
financial institution
-
funeral home
-
hotel
-
motel
-
office, business or professional
-
place of entertainment
-
printing establishment
-
private club
-
recreational establishment
-
recreational vehicle sales establishment
-
refreshment vehicle
-
retail store
-
service shop general
-
service shop personal
-
shopping plaza
-
tavern
-
taxi stand or taxi business location
-
veterinary clinic
7.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any C1 Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
450 square metres
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(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
7.5 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
0 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
0 metres except that where the side
lot line abuts any Residential Zone,
the minimum side yard width shall
be 6.0 metres.
(e)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
0 metres except that where the rear
lot line abuts any Residential Zone,
the minimum rear yard width shall
be 4.5 metres.
(f)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
80 %
(g)
Building Height (maximum)
18 metres
(h)
Dwelling Unit Area (minimum)
55 square metres
(i)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
(j)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(k)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(l)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
(m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(n)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
7.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
(58-1997)
(a)
Downtown Commercial-Exception One (C1-E1) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lot 18, Registered Plan 11, known municipally as 64 Patrick
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Avenue and delineated as Downtown Commercial-Exception One (C1-E1) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, only the following provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses:
-
A maximum of 3 dwelling units
-
offices, business and professional
-
service shop, general
-
service shop, personal
-
retail stores, but not including convenience stores, food stores, grocery stores,
restaurants or refreshment vehicles
-
studio (art, music, crafts, etc.)
Provisions:
Where 2 or more residential units are established, the following shall apply:
-
Gross floor area per dwelling unit (minimum)
74.3 square metres
-
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
281 square metres
-
Off-street parking spaces per
dwelling unit (minimum)
1 space
-
Northwest side yard setback (minimum)
0.61 metres
-
Lot coverage (maximum)
40%
(28-2006)
(b)
Downtown Commercial-Exception Two (C1-E2) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part Lots 32 and 33, Plan 11, known municipally as 69 Lochiel
Street and delineated as Downtown Commercial-Exception Two (C1-E2) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
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*(By-law 04-2024)*
*Permitted Uses
Residential Uses:
- Single-detached dwelling
- dwelling units over permitted non-residential uses
Non-Residential Uses:
- convenience store
- custom workshop
- day nursery
- eating establishment
- eating establishment, take-out
- financial establishment
- funeral home
- grocery store
- office
- personal establishment
- printing establishment
- retail store
- service shop, general
- service shop, personal
- tavern
- taxi stand or taxi business location
- veterinary clinic*
Provisions
Lot Area (minimum)
600 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
18 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
4.5 metres
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
3.0 metres, provided that where the
side lot line abuts lands zoned
Residential, the minimum side yard
depth shall be 6.0 metres
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
4.5 metres, provided that where the
rear lot line abuts lands zoned
Residential, the minimum rear yard
depth shall be 7.5 metres
Lot Coverage (maximum)
40%
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 metres
(c)
Downtown Commercial-Exception Three (C1-E3) Zone
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Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part of Lots 32 and 33, Plan 11, known municipally as 42
Raglan Street North, and delineated as Downtown Commercial-Exception Three
(C1-E3) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, an automotive commercial garage shall
be an additional permitted use.
(d)
Downtown Commercial-Exception Four (C1-E4) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part of Lot 42 and Lots 43 and 44, Plan 11, known municipally
as 118-120 Raglan Street North, and delineated as Downtown Commercial-
Exception Four (C1-E4) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, a foundry shall be an
additional permitted use.
(e)
Downtown Commercial-Exception Five (C1-E5) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lot 39 and Part of Lots 40, 41 and 42, Plan 11, known
municipally as 104 Raglan Street North, and delineated as Downtown
Commercial-Exception Five (C1-E5) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, a
contractor's yard or shop shall be an additional permitted use.
(23-2006)
(f)
Downtown Commercial-Exception Six (C1-E6) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 41 and 42, Plan 35, located at 71 Railway Avenue, and
delineated as Downtown Commercial-Exception Six (C1-E6) on Schedule 'A' to
this By-law, the only permitted uses shall be:
-
automotive car wash
-
automotive gasoline bar
-
automotive service station
-
automotive store
-
automotive vehicle sales or rental establishment
*(By-law 50-2010)*
*(g)
Downtown Commercial-Exception Seven (C1-E7) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lot 37, In the Red Circle, Registered Plan 109, Part 1 on Plan
49R-17271, known municipally as 3 Veteran's Memorial Boulevard the following
provisions shall apply:
Permitted Uses
-
4 residential units (3 - existing 2 bedroom apartments, 1 existing - 3
bedroom apartment)
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-
1 Commercial space (1050 sq. ft on main floor)
Zone Provisions
i.
Minimum Lot Area
352 square metres
ii.
Lot Frontage
5 metres
iii. Rear Yard Depth
0.2 metres
iv. Lot Coverage
100%*
*(By-law 56-2016)*
*(h)
Downtown Commercial-Exception Eight (C1-E8) Zone
The purpose of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to permit the uses of
the Downtown Commercial (C1) Zone and more particularly the use of a Place of
Entertainment as well as accessory dwellings for which one is proposed at this
time.*
*(By-law 27-2021)*
*(i)
Downtown Commercial-Exception Nine (C1-E9) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Block A, Part Lot 1, Plan 4, Geographic Township of Horton,
and known municipally as 314 Raglan Street South, one (1) ground-level
residential dwelling unit shall be permitted within the existing building, with a
maximum area of 85 square metres, provided that a permitted non-residential use
shall separate the residential unit from the Raglan Street South road allowance,
and for greater clarity that no part of the residential unit shall abut the Raglan
Street South road allowance. The following provisions shall apply:
Parking:
A minimum of one (1) parking space per residential dwelling unit
above/behind commercial uses shall be provided.
Access:
The owner shall ensure that legal vehicular access is obtained for
access to the off-street parking spaces located at the rear of the
property.*
*(By-law 30-2021)*
*(j)
Downtown Commercial-Exception Ten (C1-E10) Zone (95 Plaunt Street South)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as 95 Plaunt Street South, and zoned Downtown Commercial-
Exception Ten (C1-E10) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following additional
uses shall be permitted on the subject lands:
- Duplex.*
TOWN OF RENFREW ZONING BY-LAW
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TOWN OF RENFREW ZONING BY-LAW
8. GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONE
108
SECTION 8.0 - REQUIREMENTS OF GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONE
8.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use any land or erect or use any building or structure in any C2 Zone
except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
prohibited
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
assembly hall
-
automotive - car wash
-
automotive - commercial garage
-
automotive - gasoline bar
-
automotive - service station
-
automotive store
-
automotive - vehicle sales or rental establishment
-
building supply store
-
call centre
-
catering establishment
-
clinic
-
convenience store
-
custom workshop
-
day nursery
-
eating establishment
-
eating establishment-take out
-
farm implement sales and service establishment
-
farm supply outlet
-
financial institution
*(By-law 23-2021)*
-
*funeral home*
-
garden centre
-
hotel
-
motel
-
office - business
-
office - professional
-
place of entertainment
-
printing establishment
-
private club
-
recreational establishment
-
recreational vehicle sales establishment
-
refreshment vehicle
-
rental establishment
-
retail store
-
service shop, general
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-
service shop, personal
-
shopping plaza
-
tavern
-
taxi stand or taxi business location
-
transportation depot
-
veterinary clinic
-
wholesale establishment
8.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any C2 Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
925 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
30.5 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
10.5 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
4.5 metres except that where the side
lot line abuts any Residential Zone,
the minimum side yard width shall
be 6.0 metres.
(e)
Exterior Side Yard Width (minimum)
10.5 metres
(f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres except that where the rear
lot line abuts any Residential Zone,
the minimum rear yard width shall
be 9.0 metres.
(g)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
35%
(h)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 metres
(i)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
(j)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(k)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(l)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
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(m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(n)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
8.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
(30-2009)
(a)
General Commercial-Exception One (C2-E1)
Notwithstanding any provision of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
located in part of Block A, Plan 148, located at 220 Carswell Street and delineated
as General Commercial-Exception One (C2-E1) on Schedule A to this By-law,
the following additional uses shall be permitted:
-
funeral home
-
grocery store
-
place of assembly
-
theatre
-
classrooms for adult high school
-
indoor storage of construction related materials and equipment
(Dairy)
(b)
General Commercial-Exception Two (C2-E2)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part of Lots 4 to 6, Block A, Plan 209, known municipally as
61 Lorne Street North and delineated as General Commercial-Exception Two
(C2-E2) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the only permitted use shall be a dairy.
For the purposes of this subsection a dairy shall mean an establishment for the
sale or distribution chiefly of milk and milk products.
(49-2008)
(c)
General Commercial-Exception Three (C2-E3)
Notwithstanding any provision of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
located in part of Lot 9, Concession 4, known municipally as 821 Whitton Road
and delineated as General Commercial-Exception Three (C2-E3) on Schedule A
to this By-law, and the following provisions shall apply:
i)
Lot frontage (minimum)
20 metres
ii)
Existing storage bins shall be permitted
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(48-1984)
(d)
General Commercial-Exception Four (C2-E4)
Notwithstanding any provision of this By-law to the contrary, for those lands
located in part of Lots 9 and 10, Concession 3, located on O'Brien Road and
delineated as General Commercial-Exception Four (C2-E4) on Schedule A to this
By-law, the maximum building height shall be 18 metres and the maximum
height of any fascia sign attached to the building shall not exceed the height of the
building.
*(By-law 39-2011)*
*(e)
General Commercial-Exception Five (C2-E5)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Concession 2, Part of Lot 9, the following uses shall be
permitted:
i)
Funeral Home*
*(By-law 12-2015)*
*(f)
General Commercial-Exception Six (C2-E6)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Lots 665 and 666 of Plan 193, and delineated as General
Commercial - Exception Six (C2-E6) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the
following provisions shall apply:
Additional Permitted Use
-
Accessory dwelling unit*
*(By-law 19-2021)*
*(g)
General Commercial-Exception Seven (C2-E7) (Part Lot 14, Concession 1, Stewart St)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part Lot 14, Concession 1, Geographic Township of Horton,
located on Stewart Street, and zoned General Commercial-Exception Seven (C2-
E7) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following uses shall be permitted in
addition to those uses normally permitted in the C2 Zone:
- Nursing home
- Retirement home
- Senior citizen home
- Group home
- Assembly hall
- Clinic
- Day nursery
- Home for the aged
- Institutional use
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- Long term care facility
- Public building
- Private club
- Active recreation
- Passive recreation
- School.*
8.4
INTERIM USES AND STANDARDS (HOLDING)
(49-2008)
(a)
General Commercial-holding (C2-h) (Whitton Road)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from any of the lands located in
part of Lot 9, Concession 4, on Whitton Road and zoned General Commercial-
holding (C2-h) on Schedule A to this By-law, in accordance with the conditions
set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure,
except in accordance with the following:
(i)
Permitted Uses
-
existing uses in existing locations
-
open space
-
passive recreation that does not require a building
(ii)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
These conditions will be addressed in the approximate order as stated and
all conditions must be satisfied prior to the passing of a by-law to remove
the holding symbol:
(a) A site plan pursuant to Section 41 of the Planning Act for the
development permitted under the General Commercial (C2) Zone is
submitted to the municipality and Council gives final approval to the
site plan whereupon a Site Plan Agreement under Section 41 of the
Planning Act is executed and registered on title.
(b) That a Development Agreement pursuant to Section 41(7) of the
Planning Act be entered into between the owner and the Town for the
provision of full municipal services, to Council's satisfaction and is
executed and registered on title.
(49-2008)
(b)
General Commercial-Exception Three-holding (C2-E3-h) (Whitton Road)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from any of the lands located in
part of Lot 9, Concession 4, on Whitton Road and zoned General Commercial-
Exception Three-holding (C2-E3-h) on Schedule A to this By-law, in accordance
with the conditions set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a
building or structure, except in accordance with the following:
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(i)
Permitted Uses
(a)
an automotive dealership shall be permitted with private on-site
water and on-site sewage disposal system on a temporary basis
(b)
existing storage bins shall be permitted
(ii)
Provisions
Lot frontage (minimum)
20 metres
(iii)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
a)
The development shall comply with all municipal and provincial
design, approval, construction and certification requirements and
regulations for on-site water and on on-site sewage disposal
system.
b)
The development shall be subject to Site Plan Control to address
on-site and off-site issues.
c)
The developer shall enter into a Development Agreement with the
Town of Renfrew for the eventual extension of municipal sanitary
sewer, pump station, force main and water mains to the site.
d)
That site plans and supporting documentation be provided to the
satisfaction of the Town to address such matters as landscaping,
buffering, access, site servicing, lot grading and drainage.
e)
That the Owner enters into a Site Plan Agreement with the Town
in order to implement the matters addressed on the Site Plan.
*(By-law 19-2021)*
*(g)
General Commercial-Exception Seven-holding (C2-E7-h) (Pt Lot 14, Con 1, Stewart St)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from those lands described as
Part Lot 14, Concession 1, Geographic Township of Horton, located on Stewart
Street, and zoned General Commercial-Exception Seven-holding (C2-E7-h) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, in accordance with the conditions set forth herein, no
person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure, except in accordance
with the following:
(i)
Permitted Uses
(a) Uses permitted in the C2 Zone
(ii)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
(b) Approval of a Site Plan by the Town
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(c) Clearance of the lands of environmental concern, including the
completion and submission of Environmental Site Assessments and a
Record of Site Condition in accordance with the requirements
Environmental Protection Act, and the provision of the same to the
Town.*
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SECTION 9.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (M1) ZONE
9.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use any land or erect or use any building or structure in any M1 Zone
except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
prohibited
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
industrial mall
-
manufacturing plant - light
-
mini storage establishment
-
warehouse
-
the following non-residential uses permitted in the C2 zone:
-
automotive - vehicle sales or rental establishment
-
automotive - service station
-
automotive - car wash
-
building supply store
-
catering establishment
-
custom workshop
-
farm implement sales and service establishment
-
farm supply outlet
-
printing establishment
-
recreational vehicle sales establishment
-
rental establishment
-
service shop, general
-
service shop, personal
-
taxi stand or taxi business location
-
transportation depot
9.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any M1 Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
1850 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
30.5 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
7.5 metres except that where the side
lot line abuts any Residential Zone,
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the minimum side yard width shall
be 15 metres.
(e)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres except that where the rear
lot line abuts any Residential Zone,
the minimum rear yard width shall
be 15 metres.
(f)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
50%
(g)
Building Height (maximum)
15 metres
(h)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
(i)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(j)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(k)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
(l)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(m)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
9.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
(41-2008)
(a)
Light Industrial - Exception One (M1-E1)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lots 10 and 11, Concession 2, known municipally as
405 Hall Avenue and delineated as Light Industrial-Exception One (M1-E1) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, only the following uses shall be permitted:
Permitted Uses:
-
Industrial mall
-
Light industry
-
Mini storage establishment
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-
An accessory use subordinate to and located within the same building as the
permitted main use including an office, cafeteria, showroom or factory or
retail outlet for goods produced on the premises
-
Courier or Parcel Delivery Service
-
Office, Business or Professional
-
Photographic Establishment
-
Printing Establishment
-
Recreational Establishment
-
Rental Establishment
-
Service Shop, General
-
Wholesale Establishment
For the purposes of this subsection, the following definitions shall apply:
"Light industry" shall mean the assembly or processing of component parts to
produce finished products, and related warehousing uses, in wholly enclosed
buildings which emit no noxious sound, odour, dust, vibration, fumes, smoke or
radiation and which in general shall not be detrimental in appearance or effect to
its surroundings.
"Recreational Establishment" shall mean the use of land, buildings or structures,
of leisure time or sporting activities, and includes uses such as bowling alleys,
curling rinks, swimming pools, billiard parlours, health clubs, athletic clubs,
tennis courts, playgrounds, or similar uses.
"Rental Establishment" shall mean a place where tools or equipment use for
home, industry or construction purposes are rented to the public.
"Wholesale Establishment" shall mean a building, or part of a building, used or
intended to be used for the bulk storage and sale of quantities of goods,
merchandise, and materials for resale or business use.
9.4
INTERIM USES AND STANDARDS (HOLDING)
(a)
Light Industrial-holding (M1-h) (550 Hall Avenue)
Until such time as the holding symbol is removed from any of the lands located in
part of Lot 11, Concession 2, located at 550 Hall Avenue and zoned Light
Industrial-holding (M1-h) on Schedule A to this By-law, in accordance with the
conditions set forth herein, no person shall use land or erect or use a building or
structure, except in accordance with the following:
(i)
Permitted Uses
-
existing uses in existing locations
-
open space
-
passive recreation that does not require a building
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(ii)
Conditions for removal of Holding Symbol (h)
These conditions must be satisfied prior to the passing of a by-law to
remove the holding symbol:
(a)
The proponent has an Environmental Impact Study prepared by a
qualified person and the study is peer reviewed by the Town.
(b)
The proponent enters into a Site Plan Agreement with the
Municipality under Section 41(7) of the Planning Act that is
executed and registered on title. The Agreement is to include:
-
the provision of full municipal services, to Council's satisfaction;
-
provisions
to
implement
any
recommendations
of
the
Environmental Impact Study
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SECTION 10.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRIAL (M2) ZONE
10.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in an M2 Zone except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
prohibited
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
contractor's yard or shop
-
custom workshop
-
factory outlet
-
fuel storage tank
-
industrial mall
-
manufacturing plant
-
manufacturing plant - light
-
mini storage establishment
-
printing plant
-
recycling transfer station
-
retail stores involving the sale and/or rental of heavy machinery, fuels,
factory
equipment,
boats,
recreational
vehicles,
motor
cycles,
snowmobiles, all terrain vehicles
-
school bus storage
-
truck terminal
-
warehouse
-
welding shop
10.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure within an M2
Zone except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
1850 square metres
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
46 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
15 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
7.5 metres except that where the side
lot line abuts any Residential Zone,
the minimum side yard width shall
be 15 metres.
(e)
Exterior Side Yard Width (minimum)
10.5 metres
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(f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres except that where the rear
lot line abuts any Residential Zone,
the minimum rear yard width shall
be 15 metres.
(g)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
50 %
(h)
Building Height (maximum)
15 metres
(i)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
(j)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(k)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(l)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
(m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(n)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
10.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
(a)
General Industrial-Exception One (M2-E1)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part Lot 9, Lot 10 and Part Lots 11 and 12, Block X and Part
Lot 13, Block Y, Plan 8, known municipally as 360 Arthur Avenue and delineated
as General Industrial-Exception One (M2-E1) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, a
concrete manufacturing plant shall be the only permitted use.
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SECTION 11.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIAL (EM) ZONE
11.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use any land or erect or use any building or structure in any EM Zone
except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
prohibited
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
extractive industrial facility
-
forestry
-
gravel pit
-
limited farm
11.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any EM Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
35 metres
(b)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
(c)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(d)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(e)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
(f)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(g)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
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11.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
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SECTION 12.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR DISPOSAL INDUSTRIAL (DM) ZONE
12.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in a DM Zone except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
prohibited
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
waste disposal site, including recycling transfer station
12.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
(a)
Yards (minimum):
Abutting
Abutting
Industrial Zone
Other Zone
i)
Front Yard Depth
22 metres
30 metres
ii)
Side Yard Width
15 metres
30 metres
iii)
Rear Yard Depth
15 metres
30 metres
(b)
Buffer Strip
No land in any DM Zone shall be used for any other purpose than a buffer strip
within,
i)
30 metres of any Zone other than an Industrial zone; and
ii)
22 metres of any street line.
(c)
Abandoned or Rehabilitated
No building shall be erected or constructed in a waste disposal site that has been
abandoned or rehabilitated.
(d)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures
Notwithstanding any other zone provision to the contrary, with the exception of
the Buffer Strip provisions, uses, buildings and structures that are necessary to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3.0 General Provisions of
this By-law.
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12.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
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SECTION 13.0 - REQUIREMENT FOR COMMUNITY FACILITY (CF) ZONE
13.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any CF Zone except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
nursing home
-
retirement home
-
senior citizens home
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
arena
-
assembly hall
-
cemetery
-
church
-
clinic
-
community centre
-
day nursery
-
home for the aged
-
institutional use
-
long term care facility
-
nursing home
-
private club
-
private park
-
public building
-
public garage
-
public park
-
public utility
-
recreation, active
-
recreation, passive
-
retirement home
-
senior citizens home
-
school
13.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any CF Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
NIL
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
NIL
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
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(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
10 metres
(e)
Exterior Side Yard Width
7.5 metres
(minimum)
(f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(g)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
35 %
(h)
Building Height (maximum)
18 metres
(i)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
(j)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(k)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(l)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
(m)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(n)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
13.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
(16-2010)
(a)
Community Facility-Exception One (CF-E1) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part Lot 14, Concession 1, known municipally as 470 Raglan
Street North and delineated as Community Facility-Exception One (CF-E1) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
(i)
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(ii)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
45%
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*(By-law 19-2017)*
*(a)
Community Facility-Exception One (CF-E1) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as Part Lot 14, Concession 1, known municipally as 470 Raglan
Street North and delineated as Community Facility-Exception One (CF-E1) on
Schedule 'A' to this By-law, the following provisions shall apply:
(i)
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
3.0 metres
(ii)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
45%
(iii)
Off-Street Parking Requirement (minimum): 1 parking space per 2 beds.*
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SECTION 14.0-REQUIREMENTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (EP) ZONE
14.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any EP Zone except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
a single detached dwelling existing at the date of passing of this by-law
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
dam or other water control structure
-
erosion control structure
-
existing farm
-
limited farm
-
passive recreation
-
no new buildings or structures other than for flood or erosion control
14.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any EP Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
10.5 metres
(b)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
5 metres
(c)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
15 metres
(d)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
1%
(e)
Building Height (maximum)
5 metres
(f)
Existing Uses
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, additions or
enlargements to existing dwellings or existing non-conforming buildings or
structures shall not be permitted in an Environmental Protection (EP) Zone.
14.3 EXCEPTION ZONES
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SECTION 15.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR OPEN SPACE (OS) ZONE
15.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use land or erect or use a building or structure in any OS Zone except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
prohibited
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
buffer strip
-
landscaped open space
-
natural area
-
passive recreation
-
private park
-
public park
15.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any OS Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
NIL
(b)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
NIL
(c)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
NIL
(d)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
NIL
(e)
Building Height (maximum)
5 metres
(f)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provision
of this Zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to
the permitted uses of this Zone shall be permitted in accordance with the
requirements for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3.0 General
Provisions of this By-law.
15.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
(i)
Open Space-Exception One (OS-E1)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for those
lands described as part of Lot 19, Concession 2, located on Barnett Boulevard and
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130
delineated as Open Space-Exception One (OS-E1) on Schedule 'A' to this By-
law, a sports field shall be an additional permitted use.
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16. PARKS AND RECREATION (PR) ZONE
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SECTION 16.0 - REQUIREMENTS FOR PARKS AND RECREATION (PR) ZONE
16.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use land or erect, alter or use a building or structure in any PR Zone
except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
prohibited
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
fairground
-
active recreation
-
passive recreation
-
public park
16.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any PR Zone
except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
NIL
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
NIL
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
NIL
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
NIL
(e)
Exterior Side Yard Width (minimum)
NIL
(f)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
NIL
(g)
Notwithstanding 16.2(c), (d), (e) and (f) above, no building associated with an
active recreation facility shall be erected closer than 15 metres to any Residential
Zone.
(h)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
40%
(i)
Building Height (maximum)
NIL
(j)
Open Storage: In accordance with the provisions for Open Storage in Section 3 -
General Provisions of this By-law.
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(k)
Parking and Loading: In accordance with the provisions for Parking and Loading
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(l)
Separation Distances: In accordance with the provisions for Separation Distances
in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
(m)
Setbacks: In accordance with the provisions for Setbacks in Section 3 - General
Provisions of this By-law.
(n)
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Notwithstanding any Zone Provisions
of this zone to the contrary, uses, buildings and structures that are accessory to the
permitted uses of this zone shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements
for Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures in Section 3 - General Provisions of
this By-law.
(o)
Bonnechere River Floodplain: In accordance with the provisions for the
Bonnechere River Floodplain in Section 3 - General Provisions of this By-law.
16.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
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17. DESIGNATED GROWTH AREA (DGA) ZONE
133
SECTION 17.0-REQUIREMENTS FOR DESIGNATED GROWTH AREA (DGA) ZONE
17.1
PERMITTED USES
No person shall use land or erect, alter or use a building or structure in any DGA Zone
except for:
(a)
Residential Uses
-
a dwelling existing at the time of passing of this by-law
(b)
Non-Residential Uses
-
forestry
-
natural area
-
passive recreation
17.2
ZONE PROVISIONS
No person shall use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure in any DGA
Zone except in accordance with the following provisions:
(a)
Lot Area (minimum)
4 hectares
(b)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
60 metres
(c)
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
7.5 metres
(d)
Side Yard Width (minimum)
7.5 metres
(e)
Rear Yard Depth (minimum)
10.5 metres
(f)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
10%
(g)
Building Height (maximum)
10.5 metres
17.3
EXCEPTION ZONES
(a)
Development Growth Area - Exception One (DGA-E1) Zone
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, for the lands
located within Part of Lots 9 and 10, Concession 1 and delineated as Development
Growth Area-Exception One (DGA-E1) on Schedule 'A' to this By-law, any
application for an amendment to this Zoning By-law shall be accompanied by an
Environmental Impact Study (EIS) prepared under Section 2.2(16) of the Official
Plan. The purpose of the EIS will be to assess the potential for a significant
wildlife habitat on the subject lands and to determine the impact, if any, of the
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134
proposed development on this natural heritage feature and to recommend any
mitigation measures that would need to be taken.
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18. ENACTMENT
135
SECTION 18.0 - ENACTMENT
This By-law shall become effective on the date of passing by Council.
This By-law read a FIRST and SECOND time this _______day of ________________, 20____.
This By-law read a THIRD time and finally passed this _____ day of ______________, 20____.
__________________________
MAYOR
___________________________
CLERK
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IMPERIAL - METRIC CONVERSIONS
SPECIFIC LINEAR CONVERSIONS
SPECIFIC AREA CONVERSIONS
0.3 m
=
0.98 ft.
1 m2
=
10.76
sq. ft.
0.5 m
=
1.64 ft.
9 m2
=
96.88
sq. ft.
0.6 m
=
1.97
ft.
51
m2
=
548.98
sq. ft.
0.7 m
=
2.30
ft.
65
m2
=
699.68
sq. ft.
0.9 m
=
2.95
ft.
75
m2
=
807.32
sq. ft.
1.0 m
=
3.28
ft.
93
m2
=
1001.08
sq. ft.
1.5 m
=
4.92
ft.
185
m2
=
1991.39
sq. ft.
2.0 m
=
6.56
ft.
300
m2
=
3229.28
sq. ft.
2.5 m
=
8.20
ft.
600
m2
=
6458.56
sq. ft.
2.7 m
=
8.86
ft.
700
m2
=
7534.98
sq. ft.
3.0 m
=
9.84
ft.
900
m2
=
9687.84
sq. ft.
4.0 m
=
13.12
ft.
1400
m2
=
15069.97
sq. ft.
5.0 m
=
16.40 ft.
1450
m2
=
15608.18
sq. ft.
5.5 m
=
18.04 ft.
1500
m2
=
16146.39
sq. ft.
6.0 m
=
19.69
ft.
1532
m2
=
16490.85
sq. ft
7.5 m
=
24.61
ft.
2000
m2
=
21528.53
sq. ft.
9.0 m
=
29.53
ft.
2024
m2
=
21786.87
sq. ft.
10.0
m
=
32.81
ft.
2025
m2
=
21797.63
sq. ft.
10.5
m
=
34.45
ft.
2300 m2
=
24757.80
sq. ft.
12.0 m
=
39.37
ft.
2750
m2
=
29601.72
sq. ft.
15.0 m
=
49.21
ft.
2800 m2
=
30139.94
sq. ft.
18.0
m
=
59.06
ft.
3035
m2
=
32669.54
sq. ft.
20.0 m
=
65.62
ft.
3065
m2
=
32992.47
sq. ft.
22.0 m
=
72.18
ft.
3250
m2
=
34983.85
sq. ft.
23.0 m
=
75.46
ft.
4000
m2
=
43057.05
sq. ft.
30.0 m
=
98.43
ft.
4047
m2
=
43562.97
sq. ft.
35.0 m
=
114.83
ft.
38.0 m
=
124.67
ft.
1 ha
=
2.47
ac.
40.0 m
=
131.23
ft.
1.2
ha
=
2.97
ac.
45.0 m
=
147.64 ft.
1.5
ha
=
3.71
ac.
46.0 m
=
150.92
ft.
2.0
ha
=
4.94
ac.
50.0 m
=
164.04
ft.
10.0
ha
=
24.71
ac.
53.0 m
=
173.88
ft.
20.0
ha
=
49.42
ac.
60.0 m
=
196.85
ft.
24.0
ha
=
59.30
ac.
65.0 m
=
213.25
ft.
40.0 ha
=
98.84
ac.
75.0 m
=
246.06
ft.
80.0 ha
=
197.68
ac.
90.0 m
=
295.28 ft.
100.0 m
=
328.08
ft.
120.0 m
=
393.70
ft.
150.0 m
=
492.13
ft.
180.0 m
=
590.55
ft.
200.0 m
=
656.17
ft.
750.0 m
=
2460.63
ft.
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ZONING AMENDMENT - SUMMARY
By-law
No.
Location
From
To
Summary of Change
Text / Map
Change
Consolidation
Date
38-2010
395 Raglan Street
South
R1
R1-E24
To allow a 0.5 metre front yard
setback from Raglan Street
Text
Dec 13, 2010
Map
40-2010
498 Moore Street
R1
CF
Existing house to be demolished and
vacant lot to be used for parking for
Renfrew Victoria Hospital
Text
Dec 13, 2010
Map
41-2010
50 Grigg Avenue
R1
CF
Existing house to be demolished and
vacant lot to be used for parking for
Renfrew Victoria Hospital
Text
Dec 13, 2010
Map
50-2010
3 Veteran's Memorial
Boulevard
R1-E5
C1-E7
Permits 4 residential units and 1
commercial unit; implements specific
zone provisions.
Text
August 2, 2012
Map
19-2011
390 Raglan Street
North
167 Bruce Street
CF
R2-E11
Permits apartment dwelling units;
implements specific zone provisions.
Text
August 9, 2012
Map
26-2011
130 Arthur Avenue
M1
R2-E10
Permits R2 uses; implements specific
lot coverage provisions.
Text
August 2, 2012
Map
39-2011
Barnet Boulevard
R1
C2-E5
Permits a funeral home.
Text
Dec 19, 2011
Map
45-2011
Hunter Gate
Subdivision - Phase 3
R1-h
EP
R2-E9-h
R1-E23-h
Permits 26 singe detached dwellings,
37 townhouse units and a stormwater
management area
Text
August 3, 2012
Map
12-2012
79 & 89 Queen Street
North
R1
R1-E25
Implements specific zone provisions for
the properties.
Text
May 23, 2012
Map
13-2012
292 Argyle Street
South
C1
R2
To allow residential use of the existing
building.
Text
May 22, 2012
Map
37-2012
376 Moore Street
R1
R1-E26
To allow a lot frontage of 16.7 metres
and minimum front yard depth of 7.4
metres
Text
Nov 21, 2012
Map
38-2012
2 Innovation Drive
M2
C2
Map change to General Commercial
(C2)
Text
Nov 20, 2012
Map
12-2013
620 Barnet Boulevard
M1
C2
Map change to General Commercial
Text
April 5, 2013
Map
13-2013
42 Griggs Street
R1
CF
Map change to Community Facility
Text
April 5, 2013
Map
138
ZONING AMENDMENT - SUMMARY
By-law
No.
Location
From
To
Summary of Change
Text / Map
Change
Consolidation
Date
14-2013
528 Opeongo Road
R1-E9
R1-E27
To reduce the minimum lot frontage
to 23 metres
Text
April 5, 2013
Map
20-2013
528 Opeongo Road
R1-E9
R1-E28
To reduce the minimum lot area to
5950 square metres
Text
April 5, 2013
Map
22-2013
Hunter Gate Subd
R1-E23-h
R2-E9-h
R1-E23
R2-E9
Remove holding
Text
April 5, 2013
Map
34-2013
292 Centennial Drive
R1
R1-E29
To reduce the minimum lot area to
640 squ. m.; reduce min lot frontage
to 18 m; to reduce min rear yard to 2.7
m
Text
August 1, 2013
August 2, 2013
Map
57-2013
508 Moore Street
R1
CF
Text
January 23, 2014
Map
61-2013
Albert Street
C2
CF
Text
January 23, 2014
Map
62-2013
Albert Street
C2
CF
Text
January 23, 2014
Map
11-2014
Foxden Street
Otteridge Street
R2-E9
R2-E12
To increase the maximum lot
coverage from 50% to 55%
Text
March 26, 2014
March 27, 2014
Map
12-2014
Foxden Street
Otteridge Street
R2-E9
R2-E13
To increase the maximum lot
coverage from 50% to 60%
Text
March 26, 2014
March 27, 2014
Map
22-2014
Hunter Gate
R1-E23
R2-E8
R1
R2
Text
June 20, 2014
July 16, 2014
Map
R2-E3
R2-E9
R2-E12
R2-E13
R2-E3
R2-E9
R2-E12
R2-E13
Revised provisions of existing
exception zones
Text
June 20, 2014
July 16, 2014
Map
49-2014
Barnet Boulevard
OS
R1-E9
To permit only a single detached
dwelling
Text
October 7, 2014
Map
12-2015
Stewart Street
CF
C2-E6
To permit an accessory dwelling unit
Text
March 24, 2015
March 23, 2015
Map
13-2015
563 King Street
R1
R2
To permit an apartment dwelling with
4 units
Text
March 23, 2015
Map
35-2015
327 Lisgar Street
R1
R1-E30
To permit a bed and breakfast within
an accessory structure
Text
June 5, 2015
June 9, 2015
Map
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ZONING AMENDMENT - SUMMARY
By-law
No.
Location
From
To
Summary of Change
Text / Map
Change
Consolidation
Date
45-2015
292 Lochiel Street
R1
R2
To correct technical error made
during Comprehensive ZB Review
Text
August 13, 2015
Map
10-2016
57 Railway Street
CF
R1
To permit the conversion of the
existing structure to a residential
dwelling
Text
April 12, 2016
Map
47-2016
32 Prince Avenue
R1
C1
To permit the use of the existing
building as a business office
Text
October 12, 2016
Map
56-2016
45 Railway Ave
CF
C1-E8
To permit commercial use and
accessory residential use (in
basement)
Text
October 12, 2016
Map
68-2016
D-14-117 Hunter Gate
Subdivision Phase 4
R1- h
R1-E31
Geotechnical requirements
Text
Nov. 10, 2016
Nov. 15, 2016
Map
R1- h
R2-E14
Geotechnical requirements
Text
Nov. 10, 2016
Nov. 15, 2016
Map
R1- h
R2-E15
Geotechnical requirements
Text
Nov. 10, 2016
Nov. 15, 2016
Map
R1- h
R2-E16
To permit a 6.8 m r.y. setback
Text
Nov. 10, 2016
Nov. 15, 2016
Map
R1- h
R2-E17
To permit a 6.8 m r.y. setback and 50%
lot coverage
Text
Nov. 10, 2016
Nov. 15, 2016
Map
R1- h
CF
Hunter Gate parkland
Text
Nov. 15, 2016
Map
R1- h
R1
To permit residential use
Text
Nov. 15, 2016
Map
19-2017
470 Raglan Street N.
CF-E1
No
change
To permit 3 m s.y. dietph, max. 45% lot
coverage; parking requirements
Text
Dec. 6, 2018
Map
34-2017
331 Martin Street
C2
R2
Text
Map
Dec. 5, 2018
12-2018
48 Hall Avenue
R1
C1
Text
Map
Dec. 5, 2018
43-2018
29 Bridge Street
C2
C1-h
Text
Map
Dec. 5, 2018
56-2018
73 Plaunt Street S.
C1
R2
Text
Map
Dec. 5, 2018
140
By-law
No.
Location
From
To
Summary of Change
Text / Map
Change
Consolidation
Date
16-2020
475 Barnet Blvd
R1
R2-E18A &
R2-E18B
To permit the development of an
apartment complex
Text
Map
26-2020
499 Raglan Street
North (Renfrew
Victoria Hospital)
R1
CF
To change the zoning of a remnant
parcel to reflect the existing land use
(hospital)
Text
Map
61-2020
436 Lisgar Ave
R1
CF
To permit the development of a new
Town Public Works garage
Text
Map
62-2020
To add new provisions in respect of
portable garages
Text
Map
57-2022
277 Barr Street
R1
R1-E33
To permit one dwelling unit within an
accessory building
Text
Map
93-2022
To add new provisions in respect of
Secondary Dwelling units
Text
Map
89-2023
249 Raglan Street
Map
03-2024
127 Raglan St North
C1
R1
To permit residential dwelling
Text
Map
04-2024
69 Lochiel Street
To add additional permitted use
Text
Map
12-2024
Sydney Avenue
Map
36-2024
249 Raglan Street
CF
C1
To recognize existing mixed use
building and allow for additional
residential units
Text
Map
09-2025
Mutual Avenue
To add an EP zone on an existing R1
lot
Text
Map
62-2025
436 Lisgar Avenue
CF
R2-E19-h
To allow for future residential
development
Text
Map
Text
Map
Text
Map
Text
Map