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MUNICIPALITY OF
SOUTH HURON
ZONING BY-LAW
Updated May 26, 2026
PREPARED BY:
MUNICIPALITY OF SOUTH HURON
COUNTY OF HURON PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
This document is a consolidation of the Municipality of South Huron Zoning By-law 69-2018 and
subsequent amendments thereto. This compilation is for convenience and administrative
purposes and may not represent true copies of the by-laws it contains. Any legal interpretation
of this document should be verified with the Clerk.
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South Huron Zoning By-law 69-2018
ENACTMENT
Restricted Area By-law of the
Corporation of the
Municipality of South Huron
This By-law shall come into effect pursuant to Section 34 of The Planning Act.
READ A FIRST TIME ON THE
16th
DAY OF JULY , 2018
READ A SECOND TIME ON THE 16th
DAY OF
JULY
, 2018
Maureen Cole, Mayor
Rebekah Msuya-Collison, Clerk
READ A THIRD TIME AND PASSED THIS
13th
DAY OF
AUGUST, 2018
Maureen Cole, Mayor
Rebekah Msuya-Collison, Clerk
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EXPLANATORY NOTE
ZONING BY-LAW NO. 69- 2018
OF THE
CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SOUTH HURON
WHEREAS under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended,
zoning by-laws may be passed by the councils of local municipalities; and
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of South Huron considers
it in the public interest to regulate the use of all land within the Corporation of the
Municipality of South Huron; and
WHEREAS the purpose of the Zoning By-law is to implement the policies contained in
the Municipality of South Huron Official Plan, adopted February 26, 2014;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of South Huron
ENACTS as follows:
Purpose
The purpose of this By-law is to provide the Corporation of the Municipality of South
Huron with regulations which will affect control over all forms of land use and the
erection, location and use of buildings and structures or other related matters within the
Municipality.
Basis
Such regulations have been deemed necessary and in the long-term public interest by
local Council in order to minimize possible conflicts between existing and proposed land
uses, and maximize the benefits of co-locating compatible uses.
Affected Lands
The lands directly affected by this By-law are all properties lying wholly or partly within
the corporate limits of the Municipality of South Huron.
Existing By-Laws
From the coming into force of this By-law, all previous by-laws of the Municipality
passed pursuant to Section 34 of The Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended or a
predecessor thereof, shall be deemed to have been repealed.
Duration
It is the intention of the Council that this Zoning By-law will be effective until
circumstances change to such a degree that a revision and updating of the By-law is
required. Additional uses for specific lands may be permitted by means of a rezoning or
amendment to the Zoning By-law.
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It is the intention of the Council to accept and review applications to amend the Zoning
By-law in order to allow the establishment of uses which are permitted by the
Municipality of South Huron Official Plan.
Effect
This Zoning By-law is designed to regulate by prohibition all new development except
that specifically allowed in the By-law. Municipal Council does, however, have the legal
authority to review the merits of any new use which is not specifically allowed by the By-
law. If Council, after studying a proposal for a new use, is satisfied that the new use is in
the best interests of the Municipality and in conformity with the South Huron Official
Plan and other Planning Act requirements, the new use may be permitted provided that
a separate By-law amending this By-law is passed which would permit the new use on
the specified parcel of land, subject to appropriate regulations.
Contents
The Zoning By-law comprises Sections 1-38 plus zone maps delineating zones created
by the text of this By-law, all attached hereto.
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THE ZONING BY-LAW
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF SOUTH HURON
BY-LAW NO. 69- 2018
BEING A BY-LAW, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 34 OF THE PLANNING
ACT, R.S.O., 1990, AS AMENDED TO REGULATE THE USE OF LANDS AND THE
CHARACTER, LOCATION AND USE OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES AND TO
PROHIBIT CERTAIN BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES IN VARIOUS DEFINED AREAS
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SOUTH HURON.
WHEREAS the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of SOUTH
HURON considers it advisable to restrict, prohibit and regulate the use of land situated
within the defined areas, as hereinafter designated, for the purpose of preventing any
further development which would create an adverse effect on the Corporation, and to
prevent the use of lands that would jeopardize future orderly development and
expansion, and to protect the natural environment.
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of South Huron
ENACTS as follows:
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Table of Contents
1.
Application, Enforcement, Interpretation and Administration.............................................. 10
2.
Definitions .......................................................................................................................... 18
3.
General Provisions ............................................................................................................ 47
4.
General Agriculture (AG1) ................................................................................................. 75
5.
Restricted Agriculture (AG2) .............................................................................................. 83
6.
Agricultural Commercial-Industrial (AG3) .......................................................................... 85
7.
Agricultural Small Holding (AG4) ....................................................................................... 89
8.
Airport Lands - Essential Facilities (AL1) .......................................................................... 97
9.
Airport Lands - Airport Related Uses (AL2) ....................................................................... 98
10. Highway Commercial (C3) ............................................................................................... 101
11. Core Commercial (C4) ..................................................................................................... 112
12. Mixed Use Commercial (C5) ............................................................................................ 117
13. Grouped Commercial (C6)............................................................................................... 121
14. Village Commercial (C8) .................................................................................................. 126
15. Community Facility (CF) .................................................................................................. 131
16. Future Development (D) .................................................................................................. 135
17. Defined Area Overlay for Public Safety (DA) ................................................................... 136
18. Disposal (DS) .................................................................................................................. 137
19. Extractive Resources (ER1) ............................................................................................ 139
20. Extractive Industrial (ER2) ............................................................................................... 141
21. Flood Fringe Overlay (FF) ............................................................................................... 144
22. Floodway (FW) ................................................................................................................ 145
24. Lakeshore Residential (LR1) ........................................................................................... 147
25. Light Industrial (M1) ......................................................................................................... 150
26. General Industrial (M2) .................................................................................................... 159
27. Natural Environment Zone 1 (NE1) .................................................................................. 167
28. Natural Environment Zone 2 (NE2) .................................................................................. 169
29. Parks & Open Space (OS) .............................................................................................. 172
30. Residential - Low Density (R1) ....................................................................................... 173
31. Residential - Medium Density (R2) ................................................................................. 183
32. Residential - High Density (R3) ....................................................................................... 188
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33. Mobile Home Park (R4) ................................................................................................... 198
34. Residential Park (R5) ...................................................................................................... 201
35. Recreational Trailer Park and Campground (RC2) .......................................................... 204
36. Recreational Commercial (RC3) ...................................................................................... 208
37. Huron Country Playhouse (RC4) ..................................................................................... 211
38. Residential Greenfield (RG1) ........................................................................................... 212
39. Salvage Yard (SY) ........................................................................................................... 213
40. Utility (U) .......................................................................................................................... 216
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EXPLANATORY NOTE
ZONING BY-LAW NO. 69-2018
OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SOUTH HURON
PREAMBLE
This Zoning By-law was passed under Section 34 of The Planning Act, 1990. It
implements the Official Plan for the Municipality of South Huron which was adopted by
the Council of South Huron on February 26, 2014. This Zoning By-law is comprised of
both text and zoning maps.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this By-law is to provide the Corporation of the Municipality of South
Huron with regulations for all forms of land use or other related matters within the
municipality.
BASIS
Such regulations have been deemed necessary and in the public interest by South
Huron Municipal Council in order that possible conflicts between existing and proposed
land uses can be minimized or reduced in the future.
Prior to the preparation of this By-law, the Municipality of South Huron operated under
three Zoning By-laws. This Zoning By-law is a comprehensive revision and
consolidation of the Zoning By-laws for the former Municipalities (Town of Exeter,
Township of Stephen and the Township of Usborne) which now make up the
Municipality of South Huron
Former Municipality of
Operated under the
Town of Exeter
Town of Exeter Zoning By-law 30-1978
Township of Stephen
Township of Stephen Zoning By-law 12-1984
Township of Usborne
Township of Usborne Zoning By-law 13-1984
AFFECTED LANDS
The lands directly affected by this By-law can be described as consisting of all
properties lying wholly or partly within the corporate limits of the Municipality of South
Huron including the former Municipalities of the Town of Exeter, Township of Stephen
and the Township of Usborne.
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EXISTING BY-LAWS
From the coming into force of this By-law all previous By-laws of the Municipality,
passed pursuant to Section 34 of The Planning Act or a predecessor thereof, shall be
deemed to have been repealed.
DURATION
It is the intention of South Huron Municipal Council that this Zoning By-law will be
effective until circumstances change to such a degree that a revision and up-dating of
the By-law is required. Additional uses for specific lands may be permitted by means of
a re-zoning or amendment to the Zoning By-law. It is the intention of the Council to
accept and review applications to amend the Zoning By-law in order to allow the
establishment of uses which are permitted by the Municipality of South Huron Official
Plan.
EFFECT
This Zoning By-law is designed to regulate by prohibition all new development except
that specifically allowed in the By-law. This By-law will, however, give the Council of
South Huron the legal authority to review the merits of any new use which is not
specifically allowed by the By-law. If Council, after studying a proposal for a new use, is
satisfied that the new use is in the best interests of the Municipality, the new use may
be permitted provided that a separate By-law amending this By-law is passed which
would permit the new use on the specified parcel of land subject to appropriate
regulations.
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1.
Application, Enforcement, Interpretation and Administration
1.1.
Title
This By-law may be cited as the Municipality of South Huron Zoning By-law.
1.2.
Amendments
Where this By-law refers to the Municipality of South Huron Zoning By-law, it refers to
this By-law and all amendments to this By-law.
1.3.
Acts
All Acts as stated in this By-law are in accordance with the most recent version of the
cited Act.
1.4.
Application
The provisions of this By-law shall apply to all lands within the boundaries of the
Municipality of South Huron.
No person shall use any land, or erect, alter or use any building, structure or part
thereof within the limits of the Municipality of South Huron except in conformity with the
provisions of this By-law.
No person shall use any building, structure or part thereof, erected or altered in
contravention of this By-law so long as such building, structure or part thereof,
continues to contravene the provisions of this By-law.
No property shall be reduced in area by the conveyance, mortgage or other alienation of
a part thereof so that any remaining yard or other open space is less than that required
by this By-law. If any such reduction occurs, such property and any building or structure
thereon shall not thereafter be used by any person unless the requirements of this By-
law are complied with.
The preceding subsection shall not apply to a property reduced in area by the
conveyance to or expropriation by the Municipality of South Huron or any other authority
having the powers of expropriation.
No person shall change the purpose for which any property, building or structure is
used, or erect, alter, or use any building or structure, or sever any lands from any
existing property; if the effect of such action is to cause the original, adjoining, remaining
or new building, structure or property to be in contravention of this By-law.
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1.5.
Administration and Enforcement
This By-law shall be administered and enforced by the Municipality of South Huron's
Chief Building Official and other employees of the Municipality acting under the direction
of the Chief Building Official. All such individuals shall be considered an officer for the
purposes of Section 49 of the Planning Act.
1.6.
Violation and Penalty
Every person who uses or alters the use of any land or property or alters or erects or
uses any building or structure in a manner contrary to any requirements of this By-law,
or who causes or permits such use or erection or alteration, or who violates any
provision of this By-law or causes or permits a violation, is guilty of an offence and upon
conviction thereof shall be liable to a fine as set out in Section 67 of the Planning Act,
for each offence, and each day of the occurrence of the offence shall be deemed to be
a separate occurrence. Every such penalty shall be recoverable under the Provincial
Offences Act.
1.7.
Unlawful Uses
Any use established in violation of this By-law or a predecessor of this By-law will be
deemed to have been established unlawfully.
1.8.
Errors and Omissions - Obligation to Comply
The lack of a survey or adequate information or an error or omission does not relieve
the applicant from responsibility for complying with the provisions of this By-law.
1.9.
Severability
If any provision or part of a provision of this By-law, including any part of the zoning as
shown on the zone maps, is for any reason held to be invalid, it does not affect the
validity, effectiveness or enforceability of the other provisions, parts of provisions, or
zoning as contained in this By-law.
1.10. Remedies
Where any building or structure is, or is proposed to be erected, altered, reconstructed,
extended or enlarged, or any building or structure or part thereof is or is proposed to be
used, or any land is or is proposed to be used, in contravention of the provisions of this
By-law, the same may be restrained by action at the instance of any ratepayer, or of the
County of Huron, or of the Municipality pursuant to the provisions of the Planning Act,
the Municipal Act, or the Administration of Justice Act.
Where a person, guilty of an offence under this By-law has been directed to remedy any
violation and is in default of doing any matter or thing required, such matter or thing
shall be done at the person's expense.
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Where a person has refused or neglected to reimburse the Municipality of South Huron
for the cost of such work, thing or matter done, the same may be recovered by the
Municipality of South Huron in like manner as municipal taxes.
1.11. Information as to Conformity
Any person requiring written information as to whether a property or any building
erected thereon is situated in conformity with the provisions of this By-law, shall present
to the Chief Building Official or the authorized alternate:
an application fee in an amount established by Council by resolution from time to
time;
a current plan of survey signed by an Ontario Land Surveyor showing the
boundaries of the property and the location of all buildings and structures
thereon; and
any other information as the Chief Building Official or the authorized alternate
may require.
Information as to conformity issued hereunder is subject to the condition that the
Municipality of South Huron shall not be bound by any information issued in error.
Where information as to conformity is issued with respect to a non-conforming use such
information shall so state.
If an application for information as to conformity does not comply with the above
information submission requirements, the Chief Building Official or the authorized
alternate may issue such information notwithstanding such non-compliance, if satisfied
as to the correctness and adequacy of the application made.
1.12. Licenses and Permits
No building permit, Municipal permit, certificate, or license shall be issued for the use of
any land, building or structure unless the requirements of this By-law are met.
1.13. Sign Permits
A sign permit shall be required for the erection of any sign (including billboards) upon
private or public property which shall only be issued if such sign is in conformity with the
Municipal and County Sign By-laws.
1.14. Buildings to be Moved
In all zones, any building or structure which is moved from one location to another,
whether within the zone or from one zone to another, or from any location beyond the
boundary of the Municipality, into any zone, shall be considered as being a new building
or structure and shall comply with the provisions of this By-law.
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1.15. Repeals
From the coming into force of this By-law all previous By-laws passed under Section 34
of the Planning Act or a predecessor thereof, shall be deemed to have been repealed,
including the following:
By-law 12-1984 of the former Township of Stephen
By-law 13-1984 of the former Township of Usborne
By-law 30-1978 of the former Town of Exeter
1.16. Technical Revisions to the Zoning By-law
Revisions may be made to this By-law without the need for a zoning by-law amendment
in the following cases:
1.16.1.
correction of numbering, cross-referencing, grammar, punctuation or
typographical errors or revisions to format in a manner that does not change the
intent of a provision;
1.16.2.
adding or revising technical information on maps or schedules that does
not affect the zoning of lands including, but not limited to, matters such as updating
or correcting lot line information; updating and correcting infrastructure information;
conservation authority regulated lands and top of bank features; keys, legends or
title blocks; and
1.16.3.
changes to appendices, footnotes, headings, indices, marginal notes,
tables of contents, illustrations, historical or reference information, page numbering,
footers and headers which do not form a part of this by-law and are editorially
inserted for convenience of reference only.
1.17. Meaning of Terms
1.17.1. Use
Unless the context otherwise requires, the expression "use" or "to use" in this
By-law shall include anything done or permitted by the owner or occupant of
any land, building or structure, directly or indirectly or by or through any trustee,
tenant, servant, or agent, acting with the knowledge or consent of such owner
or occupant, for the purpose of making use of the said land, building or
structure.
1.17.2. Tense, Plurality and Gender
For the purposes of this By-law, words used in the present tense include the
future; words in the singular number include the plural and words in the plural
include the singular number. Words imparting the masculine gender shall
include the feminine and the converse.
1.17.3 Shall
The word "shall" will always be construed as mandatory in this By-law.
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1.18. Terms
All terms used in this By-law, which are not otherwise specifically defined, shall have the
meanings given to them by the Planning Act and the Condominium Act at the relevant
point in time.
1.19. Zones, Symbols, and Section Numbers
For the purposes of this By-law the Municipality is hereby divided into the following use
zones:
Zone Symbol
Zone
Section #
AG1
General Agriculture
4
AG2
Restricted Agriculture
5
AG3
Agricultural Commercial-Industrial
6
AG4
Agricultural Small Holding
7
AL1
Airport Lands- Essential Facilities
8
AL2
Airport-Related Uses
9
C3
Highway Commercial
10
C4
Core Commercial
11
C5
Mixed Use Commercial
12
C6
Grouped Commercial
13
C8
Village Commercial
14
CF
Community Facility
15
D
Future Development
16
DA
Defined Area Overlay for Public Safety
17
DS
Disposal
18
ER1
Extractive Resources
19
ER2
Extractive Industrial
20
FF
Flood Fringe Overlay
21
FW
Floodway Zone
22
-H
Holding
23
LR1
Lakeshore Residential
24
M1
Light Industrial
25
M2
General Industrial
26
NE1
Natural Environment Zone 1
27
NE2
Natural Environment Zone 2
28
OS
Parks and Open Space
29
R1
Residential- Low Density
30
R2
Residential- Medium Density
31
R3
Residential- High Density
32
R4
Mobile Home Park
33
R5
Residential Park
34
RC2
Recreational Trailer Park and Campground
35
RC3
Recreational Commercial
36
RC4
Huron County Playhouse
37
RG1
Residential Greenfield
38
SY
Salvage Yard
39
U
Utility
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The permitted uses, the minimum size and dimensions of properties, the
minimum size of yards, the maximum zone coverage, the minimum setback, the
minimum landscaped open space, the maximum height of buildings and all other
zone provisions are set out herein for the respective zones.
The extent and boundaries of all the said zones are shown on the attached zone
maps which form part of this By-law.
The symbols/zones listed in the subsection above may be used to refer to
buildings and structures, the uses of properties, buildings and structures
permitted by this By-law in the said zones, and whenever in this By-law the word
"Zone" is used, preceded by any of the said symbols, such zones shall mean any
area within the Municipality of South Huron within the scope of this By-law,
delineated on a zone map and designated thereon by the said symbol.
Where the zone symbol designating certain lands as shown on the zone maps is
followed by a dash and a number, (for example R2-1), then special provisions
apply to such lands and such special provisions will be found by reference to that
section of the By-law which deals with that particular zone. Lands designated in
this manner shall be subject to all the restrictions of the zone except as otherwise
provided by the special provisions.
1.20. Boundaries of Zones
Zone boundaries are construed to be property lines, street lines, or the boundaries of
Registered Plans, lanes, private roads, and unopened road allowances as interpreted in
accordance with the map legend shown on the zone maps.
Where any zone on the zone maps abuts a natural watercourse, such zone shall be
deemed to apply to the natural watercourse and any islands within the watercourse
In the event a street, lane, private road, or road allowance (shown on the zone maps) is
closed, the property formerly in said street, lane, private road, or road allowance shall
be included within the zone of the adjoining property on either side of the said closed
street, lane, private road, or road allowance unless:
a) the said street, lane, private road, or road allowance was a zone boundary between
2 or more different zones, in which case the new zone boundary shall be the former
centreline of the closed street, lane, private road, or road allowance;
b) the land formerly included in such street, lane, private road, or road allowance is
purchased in its entirety by an abutting landowner, in which case the said land shall
be included in the same zone as that of the abutting landowner purchasing said
land; or
c) the land formerly included in such street, lane, private road, or road allowance is
purchased in its entirety by a person or persons other than an abutting landowner, in
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which case the said land shall be included in the abutting zone which is the most
restrictive in terms of use or density.
Following the street, lane, private road, or road allowance closure, the appropriate zone
map in this By-law shall be amended in accordance with the above provision. These
administrative amendments are permitted from time to time without application, further
public notice or Council approval.
Where uncertainty exists with respect to the boundaries of the various zones as shown
on the zone maps, the following rules shall apply:
a) Any street, lane, private road, or road allowance wholly within the boundary of a
zone as shown on the zone maps is deemed not to be zoned but is to be used for
public highway purposes.
b) Where any zone boundary is shown as approximately the centreline of a street, lane,
watercourse, or easement, such zone boundary shall be construed to follow the
centreline of the street, lane, watercourse or easement or the production thereof.
c) Where the zone boundaries are not shown to be streets, private roads, or lanes, and
where indicated boundaries on the zone maps are approximately property lines, the
property lines shall be construed to be the zone boundaries unless the boundaries
are otherwise indicated on the zone map.
d) Where a zone boundary is not a street, lane, private road, road allowance, property
line, or watercourse and a specific measurement indicating the position of the said
boundary is not shown on the zone map, or indicated in the text of the By-law, the
position of the zone boundary shall be determined by the Chief Building Official.
1.21. Minimum Requirements
In interpreting and applying the provisions of this By-law, they are held to be the
minimum requirements for the orderly, economic and attractive development of the
Municipality.
1.22. Uses not Listed as Permitted
Uses not listed as permitted in a zone or otherwise provided for in this By-law shall be
prohibited in such zone except as provided for under the Non-Conforming Section of
this By-law.
1.23. Use of Examples
Where examples are provided to explain a By-law provision, these examples are
illustrative only.
1.24. References to Provincial or Federal Legislation
Where a Provincial or Federal statute or regulation is referenced, the reference includes
all amendments to the statute/regulation that may have occurred since the By-law was
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passed as well as any successor statutes/regulations to the referenced
statute/regulation.
1.25. Effective Date
This By-law shall take effect from the date of passing by Council and shall come into
force upon approval under the Planning Act.
1.26. Transition: Minor Variances
All applications approved by the Municipality of South Huron Committee of Adjustment
under Section 45 of the Planning Act prior to the date this by-law was passed remain
effective for a further 18 month period provided all the conditions of the approval are
met.
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2.
Definitions
For the purposes of this By-law, the definitions and interpretation given in this section
shall govern:
Accessory
when used to describe a use, building or structure, means a use or a detached building
or structure that is naturally and normally incidental, subordinate and exclusively
devoted to supporting the principal use, building or structure and located on the same
property. This does not include an accessory dwelling unless otherwise specified.
Accessory Dwelling
a dwelling which is accessory to a non-residential building or use as permitted by this
By-law.
Additional Residential Unit
a dwelling unit within a dwelling in addition to the main dwelling unit or a dwelling unit
within a detached accessory structure.
Agricultural Industrial Establishment
the use of land, buildings and/or structures for the manufacturing and wholesale and/or
retail sale of goods that are necessary to support agricultural uses. These include such
goods as farm machinery and equipment used for tillage of soil, the planting, spraying,
harvesting, transporting, treatment, processing and storage of grain, forage, feed, or
forest products, products used for the housing and husbandry of livestock, poultry and
fur-bearing animals, and the storage, handling and processing of milk, eggs, and
manure and the manufacture of sub-surface drainage materials and equipment.
Agricultural Processing Establishment
the use of land, buildings and/or structures for the processing of products derived from
agricultural uses, as defined in this By-law. These shall include such products as seed,
grain, feed and forage processing, storage and transport, fruit and vegetable storage
and treatment, livestock and poultry assembly, sales and transport, a cheese factory, an
egg grading station, a saw mill, an abattoir and a dead stock removal facility.
Agricultural Service Establishment
the use of land, buildings, and/or structures for the purpose of buying or selling
commodities and services that are necessary to support agricultural uses as defined in
this By-law. These shall include such sales and services as welding and machinery
repairs, auction sales facility including livestock, farm drainage and excavation,
agricultural-related trucking, well drilling, contracting and trades related to farm buildings
and structures, and custom spray, tillage, planting and harvesting services.
Agricultural Supply Establishment
the use of land, and/or buildings or structures for the purpose of supply of goods,
materials or services that are necessary to support agricultural uses as defined in this
By-law. These shall include such goods and services as the sale, processing and
storage of seed, feed, fertilizers and chemical products, farm machinery and equipment
sales and service, and animal and poultry health and breeding services.
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Agricultural Use, General
general farming and without limiting the generality of the foregoing shall include such
uses as: the general cultivation of land and the associated production, conditioning,
processing and storage of field crops, vegetables, fruit, horticultural crops, biomass and
nursery stock and the selling of such produced on the premises, the breeding and care
of livestock, fowl, fur-bearing animals and bees, aquaculture, and the selling of such
stock or the product of such stock raised on the premises and the management of
forest, and the sale of forest products provided that they are cultivated and produced
on-site, including fuel wood, pulp wood, timber, Christmas trees, and maple products,
and includes a farm dwelling, accommodation for on-farm labour and accessory
buildings and uses
Agricultural Use, Limited
the planting and harvesting of field, bush, vine, forest, or tree crops and grazing not
including an accessory residence or livestock facility.
Agri-tourism
those farm-related tourism uses, including limited accommodation such as a bed and
breakfast that promote the enjoyment, education or activities related to the farm
operation. Agri-tourism uses are secondary to the principle agricultural use of the
property and are limited in area.
Alter, Alteration, Altered, or Altering
when used in reference to a building or part thereof, means any change in a bearing
wall or partition or column, beam, girder or other supporting member of a building or
structure or any change in the area or volume of a building or structure.
When used in reference to a property, to decrease/increase the width, depth or area of
a property or to decrease/increase the width, depth or area of any required yard,
setback, landscaped open space or parking area, or to change the location of any
boundary of such property with respect to a street or lane, whether such alteration is
made by conveyance or alienation of any portion of said property, or otherwise.
Airfield
land used for the purpose of landing, storing, taxiing or taking-off of private aircraft as
an accessory use, but does not include an airport.
Airport
land, lot(s), property or buildings used for the purpose of landing, storing, taxiing or
taking-off of private or commercial aircraft, pursuant to the regulations of the Ministry of
Transport and/or Transport Canada.
Amenity Area
the area intended for recreational purposes, which may include landscaped open
space, patios, balconies, communal lounges, swimming pools and similar uses, but
shall not include the area occupied at grade by the buildings, service areas, parking
areas and driveways.
Amusement Arcade
a place of business where an individual, association, partnership or corporation,
maintains as its primary use, 4 or more amusement devices for public use which shall
include mechanical, electrical, computer or similar for game entertainment.
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Antenna
the use of land, buildings or structures for the purpose of sending or receiving
electromagnetic waves. Any antenna over 16.6 metres (54 feet) above grade level is
considered a structure.
Art Gallery
a building or part thereof where works of art such as paintings, sculptures, pottery, glass
and weaving are displayed for viewing and sale. This may also include instruction and
sales of art supplies.
Assembly Hall
a building or part of a building, in which facilities are provided for such purposes as
meetings for charitable, civic, cultural, educational, political, religious or social purposes
and shall include a banquet hall, private club or fraternal organization or community
centre.
Asphalt/Concrete/Ready Mix Batching Plant
an establishment used for the production of asphalt, concrete, ready mix or products
used in building or construction and includes facilities for the administration and
management of the business, the stockpiling of bulk materials used in the production
process or a finished product manufactured on the premises and the storage and
maintenance of required equipment.
Attached Garage
a private garage, accessory to a dwelling unit on the same property and connected by a
common wall and/or common roof structure. For the purpose of determining lines of
setback and side yard setbacks, an attached garage shall be considered part of the
main building.
Auto Body Shop
a building and/or property used for the repair and painting of motor vehicles but does
not include any other motor vehicle uses.
Bake Shop
a building for producing, mixing, compounding or baking bread, biscuits, cakes or other
baked products, including the sale of baked goods.
Basement
the storey below the first storey, with the following parameters:
at least 50% of the height measured from finished floor to finished ceiling, below the
adjacent finished grade level; and has a height of at least 1.8 metres from finished floor
to finished ceiling
Bed and Breakfast Establishment
a single detached dwelling, in which the proprietor resides, where no more than 4 guest
rooms are made available by the residents of the dwelling to travelers or vacationers for
temporary overnight accommodation and with or without their guest's meals. This
definition does not include a hotel, motel, or restaurant.
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Brewing Establishment
a commercial establishment where individuals produce beer, wine and/or cider for
personal consumption off the premises; and where beer, wine and/or cider ingredients
and materials are purchased. Equipment and storage area is used for a fee by the
same individuals. This does not include large scale manufacturing of beer, wine or
cider.
Building
includes any structure whether temporary or permanent, used or built for any purpose
other than a lawful boundary, wall or fence. Any enclosure, fixed non-retractable
awning, bin, bunk or other container, or platform, used upon any land or in conjunction
with or connected to any structure for any purpose shall be deemed a building.
Building Envelope
the buildable area on a property, defined by the minimum front yard depth, rear yard
depth and side yard width requirements and maximum height requirements, within
which a building can be erected.
Building Height
see "Height".
Building Line
a line, the purpose of which is to establish the closest points to a road at which a
building or structure may be located. The location of the building line shall be such that
it is parallel to the centreline of the road and offset from the street line, a distance equal
to the minimum front yard dimension.
Building Setback
the minimum horizontal distance between the property line and the nearest part of any
building or structure.
Building Supply and Sales Establishment
see "Lumber Yard".
Bulk Sales Establishment
the use of land, a structure or a building for the purposes of buying and selling fuel, oil,
wood, coal, lumber, and/or nursery stock, but does not include manufacturing,
assembling, or processing uses.
Bed and Breakfast
see "Bed and Breakfast Establishment"
Boarding, Lodging or Rooming House
means a building in which lodging is provided for more than four persons in return for
remuneration or for the provision of services or for both, and in which the lodging rooms
do not have both bathrooms and kitchen facilities for the exclusive use of individual
occupants. But does not include a hotel, a motel, or a retirement home or long-term
care home.
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Campground
a recreational establishment operated by a private, or public organization with
temporary accommodation in tents, cabins, cottages, lodges and shall include a day
camp or scout camp, but does not include a trailer and tent park or a mobile home
Cannabis
the plants marijuana and hemp in the family Cannabaceace.
Cannabis Production Facility lands, buildings or structures used for producing,
processing, testing, destroying, packaging and/or shipping of cannabis authorized by an
issued license or registration pursuant to the Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes
Regulations to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, and the Cannabis Act.
Canopy
a roof free of enclosing walls over a gasoline pump island or an entrance to a building
or structure.
Carport
a parking space that is partially enclosed, has a roof, and is for the purpose of storing 1
or more private vehicles.
Car Wash
a building and property used for the washing or cleaning of motor vehicles by
automobile washing equipment and may include the sale of fuels for motor vehicles, but
shall not include any other automotive use defined in this By-law.
Catalogue Store
a retail commercial establishment in which orders are accepted for the purchase of
goods listed in a catalogue provided by the establishment and in which some or all of
the goods so listed may also be available within the establishment for sale at retail.
Catastrophe
an unanticipated, disastrous loss of part or all of a livestock facility, dwelling or other
building or structure due to fire, collapse, flood, wind or other such event.
Cemetery
a cemetery, columbarium or mausoleum within the meaning of the Funeral, Burial and
Cremation Services Act.
Chief Building Official (CBO)
the chief building official appointed by the Municipality under Section 3 or 4 of the
Building Code Act. Clinic a building or part thereof, used exclusively by physicians,
dentists, drugless practitioners, licensed medical practitioners, their staff and their
patients for the purpose of consultation, diagnosis and office treatment. A clinic may
also include administrative offices, waiting rooms, treatment rooms, laboratories,
pharmacies and dispensaries directly associated with the clinic, but shall not include
accommodation for in-patient care.
Commercial Motor Vehicle
any motor vehicle having permanently attached thereto a truck or delivery body and
without limiting the generality of the foregoing, includes: ambulances, hearses, motor
buses and tractors used for hauling purposes, but excludes travel trailers, motor homes
and tractor trailers, as defined herein.
Commercial Storage Warehouse (Rental Units)
an enclosed building used for the storage of household, business and recreational
goods on a rental basis; the rental units may be singular or multiple.
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Commercial Use
Means the land, building or structures for the purpose of buying, renting or selling
commodities and/or supplying services, but does not include an Industrial Use.
Community Centre
see "Assembly Hall"
Community Facility
a land use which provides facilities for public service and public use which are owned or
operated by public, semi-public or private enterprise or regulations for the health,
protection and welfare of the community. Community facilities include but are not limited
to:
-public utilities such as a waterworks system, sewage works system, electric power,
gas, communications facilities, roads and railway networks, flood and erosion control
works;
-government buildings such as administration offices, court houses, post offices,
assessment and registry offices;
-cultural facilities such as libraries, museums, auditoriums, theaters, Cultural Heritage
sites, and civic and convention centres;
-sport facilities such as arenas, race tracks, fair grounds, stadiums, and health and
recreation facilities;
-public service facilities such as police and fire stations, cemeteries, works yards and
government garages;
-institutions such as places of worship, schools, hospitals, day care centres, dwellings
with supports, fraternal homes or other non-profit organizations.
Community Garden
An area used by a group of people for the purposes of growing food and/or ornamental
plants.
Conservation
the use of land and/or water for the purpose of planned management of natural
resources.
Conservation Authority
one or both of the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority or the Upper Thames River
Conservation Authority, depending on the applicable jurisdiction of each Conservation
Authority.
Construct, Constructed, or Construction
the erecting, installation, extension, material alteration or repair of a building or structure
and includes the installation of a building or structure fabricated or moved on site.
Contractor's Shop
means any building, or part of a building, used for the non-offensive performance of
shop or assembly work or the non-offensive storage of building, construction,
landscaping, and maintenance materials and equipment. Such activities shall be
entirely contained within a building or structure; and may include sales which are
incidental and accessory to the use, provided that the retail portion of the business is
limited to ten percent (10%) of the gross floor area or ten square metres, whichever is
less.
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Contractor's Yard or Shop, Type "A"
Means land or buildings used for the non-offensive performance of shop or assembly
work or the non-offensive storage of building, construction, landscaping, and
maintenance materials and equipment.
Contractor's Yard or Shop, Type "B"
means land or buildings used for the storage of heavy machinery, plant or equipment
such as cranes, ploughs, tractors and road making equipment and building,
construction, landscaping, and maintenance materials.
Converted Dwelling
a dwelling erected prior to the passing of this By-law which because of size and design
the interior has been or can be converted to provide up to 4 dwelling units.
Council
the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of South Huron.
County or County of Huron the Corporation of the County of Huron.
Coverage
see "Zone Coverage".
Crawlspace
the storey below the first storey, with the following parameters:
at least 50% of the height measured from finished floor to finished ceiling, below the
adjacent finished grade level; and has a height of less than 1.8 metres from finished
floor to finished ceiling.
Cultural Heritage Site
an area containing buildings or places in which historic events occurred, or having
special public value because of notable architecture or features relating to the cultural
or artistic heritage of the community.
Day Nursery
a premises that receives more than 5 children who are not of common parentage,
primarily for the purpose of providing temporary care, or guidance, or both temporary
care and guidance, for a continuous period not exceeding 24 hours, where the children
are:
under 18 years of age in the case of a day nursery for children with a developmental
disability, and
under 10 years of age in all other cases,
but does not include part of a public school or private school under the Education Act.
Day Centre, Adult
a facility providing activities, programs and services for adults not including residential
accommodation.
Deck
an external structure comprised of a floor, commonly made of wood, any portion of
which is more than 0.2 metres above the finished grade. A deck may or may not be
attached to a building and does not include a balcony, or at grade patio.
Derelict Motor Vehicle
a motor vehicle that is in a wrecked, discarded, dismantled, unlicensed or unregistered,
inoperative or abandoned condition.
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Detached
totally separate and in no way connected.
Detached Garage
a private garage, accessory to a dwelling unit on the same property that is not attached
to the dwelling.
Development
the creation of a new property, a change in land use, or the construction of buildings
and structures, requiring approval under the Planning Act.
Drive-through Restaurant
an element of a restaurant use associated with ordering and serving food and
beverages to patrons where they remain within a motor vehicle, and includes any
associated speaker system and order board.
Driveway
a vehicular passageway having at least 1 end connected to a public thoroughfare, and
providing ingress to and/or egress from a property.
Dry Cleaning Establishment
a building, or part thereof, in which the business of dry cleaning, dye drying, cleaning, or
pressing of articles or goods of fabric is carried on, in which only non-combustible and
non-flammable solvents are used; which emit no odours, fumes, noise, or vibration
causing a nuisance or inconvenience within or outside the premises.
Dry Industry
an industry which by nature of its operation, process, or fabrication of raw materials or
services rendered does not require a water supply for processing. The only sewage
effluent will be that produced from normal sanitary and eating facilities required for the
employees.
Duplex Dwelling
the whole of a building divided horizontally into 2 separate dwelling units each of which
has an independent entrance either directly from the outside or through a common
vestibule.
Dwelling
a building or part thereof, occupied or capable of being occupied as a home, residence
or sleeping place by 1 or more persons, constructed on-site, or off-site in parts
designed to be transported to a property and where they are joined as integral units
and placed on a permanent foundation over a crawlspace or basement, but shall not
include travel trailers, tourist trailers, camper and motor vehicles, hotels, or motels.
Dwelling Unit
one or more habitable rooms constituting self-contained living quarters for use of 1 or
more individuals including the provision of kitchen and sanitary facilities and sleeping
accommodation for the exclusive use of such individual or individuals, and having a
private entrance from outside the building or from a common hallway or stairway inside
the building.
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Dwelling with Supports
a residence for the short or long term accommodation of persons who, by reason of
their emotional, mental, social or physical condition or legal status, require a group
living arrangement for their well-being. This shall include, for example, a group home,
transitional housing, hospice, respite care, crisis care facility but shall not include a
hotel or motel.
Easement
a right to use another person's land for a specified purpose.
Equipment Sales and Rental
a building or part of a building or structure in which heavy machinery equipment is
offered for sale or kept for rent, lease or hire under agreement for compensation, but
not any other establishment defined or classified in this By-law.
Erect or Erecting
includes build, construct or reconstruct, alter, enlarge and relocate and without limiting
the generality of the foregoing, shall be taken to include any associated physical
operation such as piling, cribbing, and structurally altering any existing building or
structure by an addition, deletion, enlargement or extension.
Existing
in existence, being an actuality as of the date of the final passing of this By-law or for a
special zone, on the date of the final passing of the By-law establishing the special
zone.
Extractive Use
the use of land and/or buildings, or structures for the removal of gravel, stone, sand,
earth, clay, fill, mineral, commercial scale water-taking or other similar substances for
construction, industrial or manufacturing purposes; and includes accessory uses.
Fairgrounds
land devoted to entertainment on a seasonal or temporary basis and may include, but is
not limited to, grandstands, displays of farm produce for judging and for sale, livestock
shows, horseracing, other sports events, auctions, flea markets, and concession stands
and other accessory building normally associated with such a use.
Farm
a parcel of land together with its dependent buildings including all associated on-farm
buildings and structures held for the purpose of a general agricultural use.
Farm Dwelling
a dwelling unit that is naturally and normally incidental and subordinate and exclusively
used in conjunction with a farm and is situated on the same property as the farm.
Farm Produce Sales Outlet
a fruit, vegetable, flower, plant and/or farm produce stand set up as an accessory use to
an agricultural use on a farm, used for the sale of produce from that same agricultural
use.
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Farmers Market
a building, part of a building, or an open outdoor area where agricultural produce, food
items, plants, and craft items are offered or temporarily stored for occasional retail sale
on the site by more than 1 vendor, but does not include a flea market.
Fence
a barrier, comprised of wooden, metal or plastic posts, wire mesh or hedge, for
example, used as a boundary or means of enclosure. For the purpose of this By-law, a
fence shall not be considered as a structure.
Financial Institution
any building used for the premises of a bank, trust company, finance company,
mortgage company or investment company.
Fishery
a building or part thereof which is used in conjunction with marine facilities for the
catching of fish. A fishery may include freezing facilities, the retail and wholesale sale of
fresh and frozen fish or a fast food outlet or a restaurant specializing in the retail sale of
fish.
Flea Market
an occasional or periodic market held in an open area or in a building or structure,
where groups of individual sellers display and offer goods for sale to the public, but
does not include a private garage sale or farmers market.
Floor Area
the area of a floor of a building measured between the exterior faces of the exterior
walls excluding any floor area with a ceiling height of less than 1.8 metres.
Flow Path
surface channel or depression that conducts liquids away from a facility, site or area.
Forestry
the use of the land for the growth and management of trees.
Frontage
see "Property Frontage".
Fuel Storage
a building or structure or depot designed and used exclusively as a storage facility for
combustible liquids.
Full Services
municipally provided (either directly or under contract) sewage disposal and drinking
water services.
Garage Sale
an occasional sale held by the occupants of a dwelling unit on their own premises, of
household goods and not merchandise which was purchased for resale or obtained on
consignment. No person shall conduct more than 6 garage sales per year at 1 location,
with a maximum duration of 1 weekend per sale.
Garden Suite
1 unit detached residential structure containing bathroom and kitchen facilities that is
ancillary to an existing residential structure and that is designed to be portable.
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Gasoline Station
1 or more pump islands, each consisting of 1 or more gasoline or fuel pumps, and
shelter having a floor area of not more than 10 square metres. An accessory
convenience store, including washrooms, may be permitted in addition to the sale of
propane, fuels, lubricants and/or liquids to service the needs of the travelling public.
This shall not include vehicles sales/rentals, repairs, oil changes, or greasing.
Golf Course
a public or private area operated for the purposes of playing golf and includes a par 3
golf course, driving ranges, miniature golf courses and associated recreational uses
such as a club house, restaurant, swimming pool and tennis courts.
Golf Driving Tee or Driving Range
a use which provides facilities designed and operated primarily for the practicing of golf
shots but does not include a golf course as defined herein.
Government Use
a property, building, or part thereof owned, rented, or leased by the Municipality of
South Huron, County of Huron, Province of Ontario, or Government of Canada.
Grain Elevator
a building or structure used for the commercial storage and/or transshipment of grain.
Greenhouse, Commercial
a building or group of buildings used for the growing of flowers, plants, fruits and
vegetables, shrubs, trees and similar vegetation, which are planned, designed,
developed and managed as a unit. The products produced from such buildings or
structures may be wholesaled from the site.
Ground Floor Area
the floor area of the lowest storey of a building approximately at or first above the
average finished grade level, excluding any basement or crawlspace, which area is
measured between the exterior faces of the exterior walls at the floor level of such
storey, but: excludes car parking areas within the building; and for the purpose of this
paragraph the walls of an inner court are and shall be deemed to be exterior walls.
Guest Cabin
a dwelling unit for guest accommodation accessory to a single detached dwelling in the
Lakeshore Residential area which provides sleeping accommodation only and shall not
contain plumbing.
Guest Room
a room or suite of rooms used or maintained for the accommodation of the public
Habitable Room
any room within a dwelling unit used or capable of being used for living, eating or
sleeping, but excluding a mechanical/service room, bathroom toilet room, pantry,
laundry room, crawlspace, and corridor.
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Hazard Lands
those lands identified by the applicable Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority that
are susceptible to flooding or erosion, have steep slopes or soil instability, sinkholes, as
well as lands adjacent to ravines, river valleys, streams and water bodies, or other
environmental or human made hazards.
Height
when used with reference to a building or structure shall mean the vertical distance
between the finished grade at the front of the building or structure and the highest point
of the roof surface or parapet, whichever is the higher but exclusive of any structure
accommodating an elevator, staircase, water tank, ventilating fan, skylight, aerial,
steeple, cupola, chimney, firewall, smoke stack or other ornamental or utilitarian
structure which rises above the roof level but does not provide habitable living space.
Home Industry
a craft, trade, guild, or service carried on as a secondary use entirely within an
accessory building on a lot provided the individual carrying out the craft, trade, guild or
service resides within a dwelling unit located on the same lot, subject to the General
Provisions for Home Industry. A home industry does not include an automobile body
shop.
Home Occupation
an occupation, personal service, business, craft or profession, carried on as a
secondary use entirely within a dwelling unit provided the individual carrying on the
activity resides within such dwelling unit, subject to the General Provisions for Home
Occupations. A home occupation does not include a bed & breakfast establishment.
Home Improvement Centre
a retail hardware and building supply outlet including detached sheds, warehousing and
related office, garden sales, covered and open lumber storage.
Hospice
A residential facility where terminally ill patients receive palliative care treatment in a
home-like setting with a maximum of 10 patient beds at any given time.
Hostel
an establishment providing accommodation for the traveling public and may include
communal spaces such as a kitchen.
Hotel
an establishment consisting of 1 building or part thereof or 2 or more connected or
adjacent buildings providing sleeping accommodation (with or without meals) to the
public. Each guest room may only be entered from the interior of the building and may
not have private cooking facilities. A hotel may include public rooms licensed under the
Liquor Licensing Act. A hotel does not include a guest cabin
Industrial Use, General
shall mean the use of land, building or structure for the purpose of manufacturing,
assembling, making, growing, preparing, inspecting, ornamenting, finishing, treating,
altering, repairing, warehousing, or storing or adapting for sale of any goods, substance,
article or thing, including the storage of building and construction equipment and
materials, but not including any noxious industry, pit or oil well.
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Industrial Use, Light
shall mean the growing, manufacturing, assembly or processing of component parts to
produce finished products suitable for retail or service trade but does not include food,
beverage, tobacco, rubber, leather, textile and knitting, wood printing, metal fabricating
or similar industries if these operations involve stamping presses, furnaces, machinery,
or the emission of any air or water pollution, that can be smelled, heard or otherwise
perceived outside of the building.
Industrial Mall
a building or group of buildings designed, developed, owned and managed as a unit
containing 3 or more separated spaces for lease or occupancy by industrial uses as
established by this By-law.
Kennel
any property, building or structure where domesticated animals are commercially
housed, groomed, bred, boarded, trained or sold and which may offer provisions for
minor medical treatment.
Landscaped Open Space
open space comprised of lawn and/or ornamental shrubs, flowers and trees, but shall
not include parking areas, traffic aisles, driveways, ramps, sports courts (such as tennis
or basketball courts), or areas used for the storage of equipment, vehicles or other
materials.
Landscaping
a combination of trees, shrubs, flowers, grass or other horticultural elements, together
with decorative stonework, paving, screening or other architectural elements, all of
which is designed to enhance the visual amenity of a property and to provide a screen
to mitigate any objectionable aspects that may detrimentally affect adjacent land but
does not include parking areas, patios, walkways, driveways, traffic aisles or ramps.
Lane
a public thoroughfare which affords only a secondary means of access to abutting
properties and which is not intended for general traffic circulation.
Laundromat
an establishment containing 1 or more washing machines and could include drying,
ironing, finishing and incidental equipment, provided that only water, soaps and
detergents are used and provided that no such operation shall emit any noise or
vibrations which cause a nuisance or inconvenience within or without the premises. This
definition may include a self-service coin operated laundromat.
Livestock
includes dairy, beef, swine, poultry, horses, goats, sheep, ratites, fur-bearing animals,
deer and elk, game animals and other animals identified in the Minimum Distance
Separation Formulae.
Livestock Facility
1 or more barns or permanent structures with livestock-occupied portions, intended for
keeping or housing livestock. A livestock facility also includes all manure or material
storages and anaerobic digesters.
Live/Work Unit
means a dwelling unit having an area of not more than 200 square metres that contains
a commercial use such as a professional office, studio or gallery on the main floor of the
dwelling unit.
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Loading Space
an off-street space, on the same property as the building or contiguous to a group of
buildings, for the temporary parking of a commercial vehicle while loading or unloading
merchandise or materials and which abuts a street, lane or other legal means of
access.
Long-term Care Home
a long-term care home is a residence for persons who need help with the activities of
daily living, access to 24-hour nursing care or supervision in a secure setting. Long-term
care homes must be licensed or approved by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term
Care under the Fixing Long-term Care Homes Act, as amended.
Lumber Yard
a place of business which retails lumber and related materials and may include open
storage and warehousing.
Main Building
the building designed and/or intended to accommodate the principal use(s) permitted by
this By-law.
Microbrewery
Means a building or structure or part thereof used for the small-scale manufacturing,
processing, retail sale, and distribution of beverages and alcoholic substances; which is
operated in accordance with the Municipality's sewer use by-law. A microbrewery may
include a brewery, cidery, distillery, meadery, or winery. A microbrewery may also
include the preparation, offering for sale, and consumption of food or drinks including
alcoholic drinks; entertainment and hosting of events; and tours of the facility.
Mineral Aggregate Operation
means lands under license or permit with the Aggregate Resources Act and associated
facilities used in extraction, transport, benefication, processing or recycling of mineral
aggregate resources and derived products such as asphalt and concrete, or the
production of secondary related products.
Miniature Golf Course
a use which provides facilities designed and operated primarily for what is commonly
known as miniature golf but does not include a golf driving tee or range or a golf course
as defined herein.
Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae
a tool to determine the required distance for new development from existing livestock
facilities or for a new or expanding livestock facility from an existing use or proposed
development as determined by the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae
approved by the Province of Ontario (as amended from time to time) and includes any
MDS Implementation Guidelines issued by the Province.
Mixed Commercial/Residential Building
means a building or structure which is used for a mixture of commercial and residential
uses, the ground floor of which shall be primarily used for commercial uses.
Mobile Home
a pre-fabricated dwelling unit occupied or designed for occupancy by 1 or more persons
on a permanent basis constructed to CSA standards for a Mobile Home but does not
include a travel trailer, park model trailer, tent trailer or a trailer otherwise designed.
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Mobile Home Park
a property containing 2 or more mobile home sites and which is under single
management and ownership, used for the siting of mobile homes together with
commercial-recreational and service uses for mobile home park residents, including any
building, structure or enclosure forming a part of such mobile home park.
Mobile Home Site
a parcel of land within a mobile home park occupied by or intended for occupancy by 1
mobile home together with all yards and open space required by this By-law.
Modular Home
a pre-fabricated single detached dwelling designed to be transported to a final location
and constructed to CSA standards for a Modular Home.
Motel
a separate building or a group of 2 or more connected or detached buildings designed
and used mainly for the purpose of catering to the needs of the traveling public by
furnishing sleeping accommodation with or without supplying food for guests. The motel
may include accessory recreational facilities and each guest room may be entered
directly from the exterior of the building. A motel shall not include a boarding, lodging or
rooming house or a hotel.
Motorized Recreational Vehicle Sales and Service
a building or a structure used for the sale and service of motorized recreational vehicles
such as: boats, motorcycles, snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles.
Motor Home
see "Travel Trailer".
Motor Vehicle
an automobile, truck, motorcycle or motorized snow or all-terrain vehicle, but does not
include the cars of electric or steam railways, or other vehicles running only on rails, or
a traction engine, farm tractor, self-propelled farm machinery or road building machine.
Motor Vehicle Repair Shop
a building and/or land used for the servicing, repair, cleaning, polishing, lubrication and
greasing of motor vehicles and may include minor vehicular body repair and re-painting,
but shall not include any other motor vehicle use defined in this By-law.
Motor Vehicle Rust Proofing Establishment
a building used for the application of rust proofing materials on motor vehicles.
Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Services Establishment
a building and/or property used for the display and sale of new or used motor vehicles,
and/or the servicing, repair, cleaning, polishing and greasing of these products, the sale
of accessories and related products, the leasing or renting of motor vehicles and the
retail sales of motor vehicle lubricants and fuels. This establishment may also include
such minor body repair that may be incidental to the mechanical servicing and repair of
motor vehicles.
Multiple Unit Dwelling
a residential building, other than a rowhouse dwelling, divided horizontally and/or
vertically into five (5) or more dwelling units. This use includes but is not limited to
apartments, stacked townhouses, back-to-back townhouses, etc.
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Mushroom Growing Facility
the growing of mushrooms using a non-manure based growing material, such as
wood/sawdust, with no use of animal wastes in the production process.
Natural Environment
areas of wetlands, woodlands, watercourses, valleys, and/or environmentally sensitive
areas (ESAs). ESAs may include: life science areas of natural and scientific interest
(Life Science ANSIs); habitat for threatened or endangered species; wildlife habitat;
earth science areas of natural and scientific interest (Earth Science ANSIs).
Non-Complying
a legally existing property, building or structure that is permitted by the provisions of the
applicable zone which does not meet the zone provisions with respect to yards, zone
area, frontage, parking, setback, or any other provision of this By-law applicable to that
zone.
Non-Conforming
a legally existing use, as of the date of passing of this By-law, that is not permitted in
the zone in which it is located.
Noxious Use
a use which:
may be hazardous or injurious in regards to health or safety, prejudices the character of
the surrounding area, or may interfere with the normal enjoyment of any use of land,
building or structure by the emission of a contaminant within the meaning of the
Environmental Protection Act. A noxious use is also a use which is a nuisance by
reason of emission of airborne or waterborne odours, gases, dirt, smoke, noise,
vibration, fumes, cinders, soot or waste, or the depositing or leaving of unsightly objects
or chattels on land.
Nursing Home Dwelling
see Long-term Care Home.
Nutrient Unit (NU)
the equivalent value for various types of livestock based on manure nutrient production
as provided by the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae
Occupancy
means the use or intended use of a building or part thereof for the shelter or support of
persons, animals or property.
Office
any building or part of a building in which business may be transacted, a service
performed or consultation given, but excludes such uses as retail sale, repair,
manufacture, assembly or storage of goods, or places of assembly or amusement.
Official Plan
the Official Plan for the Municipality of South Huron, including amendments thereto as
adopted by Municipal Council and as approved by the County of Huron.
On Farm Diversified Uses
Uses that are secondary to the principal agricultural use of the property and are limited
in area. On farm diversified uses may include home occupations, home industries, agri-
tourism uses and uses that produce value-added agricultural products. On farm
diversified uses may include accessory retail of goods produced on the property or, to a
limited scale, produced on farms located within a 50km radius.
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Outdoor Display
the open air display of goods or merchandise for sale.
Outdoor Storage
the storage of goods, merchandise or equipment in the open air and in unenclosed
portions of buildings, which are open to the air on the sides.
Owner
the person who holds legal title to a piece of property.
Park, Private
a non-commercial recreation area other than a public park used by the owner and their
guests and may include therein a swimming pool, wading pool, picnic area, tennis
courts, a bowling green, a country club, and similar open space uses.
Park, Public
a recreational area owned or controlled by the Municipality of South Huron or by any
Board, Commission or other Authority established under any statute of the Province of
Ontario or any religious, charitable or philanthropic organization. A public park may
contain play equipment, sports fields, tennis courts, a bowling green, swimming and
wading pools, splash pads, community gardens, streetscaping, parking and similar
open space uses.
Park Model Trailer
a recreational unit that meets the CSA standards for Park Model Trailer.
Parking Aisle
a portion of a parking area which abuts on 1 or more sides of parking spaces to which it
provides access and which is not used for the parking of vehicles.
Parking Lot
a property used or intended for the temporary parking of 2 or more motor vehicles and
may include aisles, parking spaces and related entrances and exits, but shall not
include any part of a street.
Parking Space
a space on which a motor vehicle may be temporarily parked.
Parking Space, Barrier Free Type A
a designated accessible parking space designed for use by people who use mobility
devices which require space for the deployment of ramps; and which has signage that
identifies the space as 'Van Accessible'. For barrier free parking regulations, see
General Provisions.
Parking Space, Barrier Free Type B
a designated accessible parking space designed for use by people who use mobility
devices which do not require space for the deployment of ramps. For barrier free
parking regulations, see General Provisions.
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Partial/Private Services
sewage disposal and/or drinking water services that are not provided by the Municipality
directly or through a contract, including:
municipal water service and private sewage disposal (septic).
private water service and sewage disposal.
private water service and municipal sewage disposal.
Patio
means an open area of land covered by a slab or other material on grade, and used or
intended for use as an outdoor amenity area, but does not include a deck.
Permitted
shall mean permitted by this By-law.
Person
any individual, association, partnership, corporation, Municipal Corporation, agent or
trustee and the heirs, executors or other legal representative of a person to whom the
context can apply accordingly to law.
Personal Services Shop
a building or part thereof in which persons are employed for the purpose of providing
service and otherwise administering to the individual and personal needs of persons
and shall include such uses as a barber shop, a hair dressing shop, a beauty parlour, a
dressmaking or tailor shop, a shoe repair shop, a watch and jewelry repair shop, a sun
tanning shop, or other similar uses. General retail is not permitted and any sale of
merchandise from a personal service shop must be accessory to and associated with
the personal services provided in that shop.
Pit
a place where unconsolidated aggregate or other material is being or has been
removed by means of an open excavation to supply material for construction, industrial
or manufacturing purposes.
Place of Entertainment
Means a building or structure or part thereof used for recreational activities including an
arcade, auditorium, billiard or pool room, bowling alley, cinema, dance hall, gaming
facility, ice or roller skating rink, or theatre, but does not include any place of
entertainment or recreation otherwise defined or classified in this By-law. A place of
entertainment may also include the offering for sale, serving and consumption of food or
drinks, which may include alcohol where appropriately licensed.
Place of Worship
a building commonly used by any recognized religious organization for public worship,
and may include a rectory or manse, church hall, auditorium, monastery, convent, day
nursery, temporary accommodation, or religious school associated with or accessory
thereto.
Planning Act
the Planning Act of Ontario, R.S.O. 1990, c P.13, as amended from time to time and
includes the former Planning Acts of Ontario as in force from time to time.
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Planting Strip
an area which shall be used for no purpose other than planting a row of trees or a
continuous unpierced hedgerow of evergreens or shrubs not less than 1.5 metres high,
immediately adjacent to the property line or portion thereof along which such planting
strip is required.
Playground
an area of landscaped open space, equipped with children's equipment, such as slides,
swings or wading pools.
Portable Asphalt Plant
a temporary asphalt batching plant established for a public road project.
Portable Food Outlet
a trailer, tent or vehicle that is designed to be made mobile, from which food is prepared
and offered for sale to the public for consumption outside.
Private Club
a building or part of a building used as a meeting place for members of a chartered
organization, and shall include a lodge, a fraternity or sorority house, hostel, and a
labour union hall.
Private Garage
A fully enclosed attached or detached accessory building or portion of a dwelling which
is designed or used for the sheltering of private motor vehicles and the storage of
household equipment incidental to the residential occupancy but does not include a
carport or other open shelter.
Professional Office
any office where professionally qualified persons, technical assistants and associated
clerical staff are employed and where clients or patients go for advice, consultation or
treatment. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, professional office uses may
include: business providing qualified professional services such as physicians, lawyers,
drugless practitioners, and planners; and any other use of a similar nature which
conforms to the criteria above; but shall not include the uses of a Personal Service
Shop or Service Shop.
Property
a contiguous parcel of land owned by 1 person or more persons either as tenants in
common as to the whole parcel or as joint tenants as to the whole parcel, and which
parcel of land is also:
a whole of a lot or block on a registered Plan of Subdivision;
a whole of a unit on a Vacant Land Condominium Plan;
the whole of a contiguous parcel of common elements within a Vacant Land
Condominium Plan or within a Common Elements Condominium Plan;
the whole of the lands within a Standard Condominium Plan; or
a parcel which may otherwise be conveyed separately without contravening the
Planning Act, not including a unit within a Standard Condominium Plan.
Lot, Corner
a property situated at the intersection of, or abutting upon, 2 or more streets, provided
that the angle of intersection of such streets is not more than 135 degrees.
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Exterior Side Property Line
any property line other than a front or rear property line abutting a street, private road,
or lane.
Front Property Line
the property line that abuts the street.
In the case of a corner property, the property line that abuts the wider street or abuts a
County Road or Provincial Highway shall be deemed to be the front property line, and
in the case of both streets being under the same jurisdiction and of the same width, the
Municipality may designate either street line as the front property line.In the case of a
through property the longer boundary dividing the property from the street shall be
deemed to be the front property line and the opposite shorter boundary shall be
deemed to be the rear property line. In case each of such property lines are of equal
length, the Municipality may designate either street line as the front property line.
Interior Property
a property other than a corner property.
Interior Side Property Line
a side property line other than an exterior side property line.
Side Property Line
a property line other than a front property line or rear property line.
Property Depth
the horizontal distance between the front property line and rear property line. Where
these lines are not parallel, it shall be the length of a line joining the mid-points of the
front property line and rear property line. For properties with curved front property lines,
the measurement shall be taken from a line drawn parallel to the chord of the arc of the
curve constituting the front property line, lying midway between said chord and a line
drawn parallel to said chord and tangent to said arc. When there is no rear property line,
property depth means the length of a straight line joining the middle of the front
property line with the apex of the triangle formed by the side property lines.
Property Frontage
the horizontal distance between the side property lines measured at right angles.
Where the front property line is not a straight line, the property frontage shall be
measured by a line set at a maximum of 7.5 metres back from and parallel to the chord
of the property frontage or a line parallel to the said chord and tangent to the arc. (For
the purposes of this By-law the chord of the property frontage is a straight line joining
the 2 points where the side property lines intersect the front property line).
Property Line
any boundary of a property or a vertical projection thereof.
Rear Property Line
the longest property line opposite to the front property line.
Through Property
a property bounded on 2 opposite sides by a street. If any property qualifies as being
both a corner property and a through property such property shall be deemed a corner
property.
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Public Building
any building or structure owned or leased by a municipality, the County, Province of
Ontario, or the Government of Canada and in which government activities are carried
out.
Public Utility
a waterworks, a water supply system, sewage works, electrical power or energy
generating, transmission or distribution system, street lighting system, natural or
artificial gas works or supply system, a transportation system or a telephone system,
and includes any lands, buildings or equipment required for the administration or
operation of any such system.
Pump Island
that portion of a gasoline station, motor vehicle sales and/or service establishment, or
other permitted non-residential use for the retail sale of automotive fuels, which includes
the gas pumps, concrete base, overhead canopy and kiosk, but shall not include any
part of any building for the repair or service of vehicles.
Quadruplex Dwelling
the whole of a building originally designed for and divided into 4 separate dwelling units
with at least 1 of the units on a second floor and each unit having an independent
entrance either directly from the outside or through a common vestibule.
Reconstruct or Reconstruction
to construct again, and for the purposes of the reconstruction of a non-complying
building means a replacement building with the same footprint or within the same
footprint as the building it replaces.
Recreation, Active
the use of land, water and/or buildings or structures for the purpose of organized active
leisure activities and shall include such uses as an arena, a pool and a sports field.
Recreation, Passive
the use of land and/or water for the purpose of passive leisure activity and shall include
such uses as a park, a garden, a picnic area and hiking trails.
Recreational Vehicle Sales and Service
a building or a structure used for the sale and service of park model trailers, travel
trailers, and/or tent trailers.
Recycling Centre
a building or an area where materials, excluding motor vehicles and farm machinery,
are collected, separated and processed.
Renovated or Renovation
Means the repair and restoration of a building to good condition within existing external
walls but shall not include its replacement.
Replacement
when used in reference to a building or structure or part thereof, the rebuilding,
repairing or restoring of more than 25% of the total building or structure.
Research Facility
a building or group of buildings in which are located facilities for conducting
investigations, testing, or experimentation, including a laboratory.
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Residential Density
the total number of main dwelling units within the same zone on all contiguous
developed properties, including those with dwellings under construction, divided by the
total zone area of those properties, expressed as units per hectare.
Restaurant
a building or structure or part thereof used to prepare food and offer for sale and sell
food for immediate consumption within the building or structure, or adjacent patio and
may include an accessory take-out or drive through service.
Residence
see "Dwelling".
Residential Park
a property containing 2 or more residential park sites and which is under single
management and ownership, used for the siting of mobile homes, modular homes,
and/or built-on-site dwellings together with commercial-recreational and service uses for
residential park residents, including any building, structure or enclosure forming a part
of such residential park.
Residential Use
the use of a building or structure or parts thereof as a private dwelling.
Retail Floor Area
the aggregate of the areas of all rooms where goods and services are made available
for sale but shall not include storage areas, offices or other areas not available to the
public.
Retail Store
a building where goods, wares, merchandise, substances, articles or things are offered
or kept for sale, hire, lease, or rent at retail and includes storage on or about the store
premises of limited quantities of such goods, wares, merchandise, substances, articles
or things sufficient only to service such stores but does not include any manufacturing,
processing or construction uses.
Retirement Home
a building for the accommodation of retired persons or couples within single or double
rooms or suites which do not contain kitchens, and where central kitchen, dining and
laundry facilities are provided for the residents, together with other communal facilities,
under the supervision of resident and other staff, but which shall not include a Long-
Term Care Home.
Road, Street or Highway (Public)
shall mean a highway as defined in the Municipal Act which has been assumed for
public use and is being maintained by the Ministry of Transportation, the County of
Huron or the Municipality and includes a roadway that forms part of the common
elements of a condominium plan if such roadway provides vehicular access to and from
a highway as defined in the Municipal Act which has been assumed for public use and
is being maintained by the Ministry of Transportation, the County of Huron or the
Municipality. (Amended by By-law 63-2015). For the purpose of setbacks, an unopened
or unassumed road allowance shall also be considered a road, street or highway
(public).
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Highway, Provincial
a street owned by the Province of Ontario.
Road, Arterial
are designed to facilitate through traffic. These roads will be developed, where
possible, on a 100 foot road allowance and direct access will be limited so as not to
impede the efficient flow of through traffic. In South Huron, all King's Highways are
arterial roads.
Road, Local
provide localized access and minimize through traffic. These roads will be developed,
where possible, on a 66 foot road allowance. In South Huron, all Municipal roads are
local roads.
Road, Collector
have the dual function of carrying moderate volumes of traffic and providing land
access. Collector roads distribute traffic between local and arterial roads and carry
lighter volumes for shorter trips than an arterial road. These roads will be developed,
where possible, on a 100 foot road allowance. In South Huron, all County Roads are
collector roads.
Road, County
a street owned by the County of Huron.
Road, Private
shall mean a road which is not assumed by the Ministry of Transportation, the County
of Huron or the Municipality and shall provide private access to any lots abutting
thereon.
Street
a road owned by the Province of Ontario, the County of Huron or the Municipality that is
of satisfactory construction and maintenance as to permit the reasonable and safe
passage of motor vehicles and affords the main means of access to any properties
abutting thereon. In addition, the common element used to access a unit in a vacant
land condominium is a street. For the purpose of determining setbacks and yards and
driveways only, the following shall also be considered a street:
an unmaintained road allowance; and
an unassumed road.
Street Line
the boundary line between a street and a property.
Rowhouse Dwelling
a building that is completely divided vertically into 3 or more dwelling units by a party
wall of masonry construction, each dwelling unit having independent entrance directly
from the outside.
Rural Area
lands located outside of settlement areas, including natural environment and agricultural
areas.
Salvage Yard
a property and/or premises for the storage, handling, and/or sale of scrap or used
materials, including waste paper, rags, wood, bottles, bicycles, vehicles, tires, metal,
and/or other scrap material and salvage and includes a junk yard and scrap metal yard
which may include a secondary motor vehicle sales and/or service establishment.
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Saw Mill
the use of land, building or structure for the purpose of processing logs or other
unfinished wood into lumber, shingles, pallets, sawdust, firewood or related products.
School
a school under the jurisdiction of a Board as defined in the Education Act or the
Universities or Colleges Act.
Commercial School: a school operated by 1 or more persons for gain or profit.
Private School: a school other than a public school or commercial school under the
jurisdiction of a private non-profit board of trustees or governors, a religious
organization, or a charitable institution.
Public School: a school under the jurisdiction of a public agency.
Semi-Detached Dwelling
a building that is completely divided vertically into 2 dwelling units by a common wall,
each dwelling unit having an independent entrance directly from the outside.
Separation Distance
the horizontal distance between buildings or structures measured from the closest point
on the exterior wall of such buildings or structures.
Service and Repair Shop
an establishment wherein articles of goods such as appliances, furniture, or similar
items may be repaired or serviced. This definition shall not include any retail
component or manufacturing operation, small engine repair, or an establishment used
for the service or repair of motor vehicles. Sales which are incidental and accessory to
the use shall be permitted provided the retail portion of the business is limited to ten
percent (10%) of the gross floor area or ten square metres, whichever is less.
Setback
see "Building Setback".
Settlement Area
lands designated as a "Settlement Area" on Schedule B, and as may be further
delineated on Schedules C-O of the Municipality of South Huron Official Plan, as
amended.
Sight Triangle
the triangular space on a corner property formed by the street lines and a line drawn
from a point on 1 street line to a point on the other street line, each such point being 7.5
metres measured along the street line from the point of intersection of the street lines.
Where the 2 street lines do not intersect at a point, the point of intersection of the street
lines shall be deemed to be the intersection of the projection from the straight portion of
the street lines.
Sign
a name, identification, description, device, display, or illustration which is affixed to, or
represented directly or indirectly upon a building, structure or property and which directs
attention to an object, product, place, activity, person, institution, organization or
business. A sign permit may be required for the erection of any sign upon private or
public property in accordance with the applicable Municipal Sign By-law.
Single Detached Dwelling
a completely detached permanent dwelling to which entrance is gained only by a private
entrance outside the building, and containing only 1 main dwelling.
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Site Plan
a scaled drawing showing the relationship between the property lines and the uses,
buildings or structures existing or proposed on a property, including such details as
parking area, driveways, walkways, landscaped areas, building areas, minimum yards,
building heights, floor areas, densities and areas for special uses.
Specialized Medical Offices
means offices for specialty medical practices including, without limiting the generality of
the foregoing, surgery, internal medicine, dental surgeon, pediatrics and obstetrics, but
excludes the office of a general practitioner or a family medical doctor, and may include
a pharmacy or operating rooms.
Sports and Recreation Facility
land, buildings or structures used for the purpose of active leisure activities and shall
include such uses as an arena, swimming pool, community centre, curling rink, outdoor
ice rink, a sports field and uses accessory thereto.
Storage Containers
unlicensed trailer portion of a tractor-trailer unit or a transport truck without the running
gear, bus, coach, streetcar body, caboose, or a rail or seaway container which is
traditionally used for the transportation of goods and materials. A storage container
shall be used exclusively for the storage of goods and materials and may not be used
to accommodate work areas, shops, office uses, retail sales, or human habitation. This
definition does not apply to shipping containers or similar structures which are
disassembled and utilized as building materials in compliance with the Ontario Building
Code.
Storey
that portion of a building between any floor and the floor, ceiling or roof next above,
provided:
that any portion of a building partly below grade level shall not be deemed a storey for
the purposes of provisions which set minimum or maximum heights in storeys unless its
ceiling is at least 1.8 metres above average grade, and
that any portion of a storey exceeding 4 metres in height shall be deemed an additional
storey for each 4 metres or fraction thereof of such excess, excluding lands within the
C4 (Core Commercial) or C5 (Mixed Use Commercial) zones.
Structure
anything that is erected, built or constructed of parts joined together or any such
erection fixed to or supported by the soil and/or any other structure. For the purposes of
this By-law, "structure" does not include a fence, patio, hedge, light standards, tomb
stones, sports screening, septic systems, lawn ornaments or signs.
Studio
means a building used as the work place of a photographer, musician, artist or
craftsperson wherein, without limiting the generality thereof, photographs are taken,
music or film is recorded, craft or art products are created, or instruction is given in art,
music, dance, craft making or similar disciplines. It may also include the sale of crafts,
music, or other art product created by the individual using the studio.
Swimming Pool
a structure, basin, chamber or tank containing or capable of containing water, and
designed to be used for swimming or wading.
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Take-out Restaurant
a building or structure or part thereof where food is prepared and offered for sale to the
public to be taken out and/or delivered for consumption off the premises.
Take-Off Threshold
Shall mean the limit of the runway which may be used by aircraft for take-off as
determined by Transport Canada regulations.
Tandem Parking
Two parking spaces, one in front of the other, that occupy an area that is the same
width but double the length of a standard parking space.
Tavern
means a building or part thereof where, in consideration of payment thereof, liquor,
beer, or wine or any combination thereof are served for consumption on the premises,
with or without food or accommodations.
Tenant
a person or group who occupies a building, structure or land by rental or lease
agreement.
Theatre
an establishment which produces/performs plays, films and live theatre productions
along with any accessory uses used in performance productions and management as
well as an accessory art gallery and accessory food concession.
Top-of-Bank
a line delineated at a point where the oblique plane of the slope meets the horizontal
plane.
Total Floor Area
in the case of a dwelling, means the aggregate area of all floors areas.
In the case of a building other than a dwelling, the aggregate of the area of all floors
devoted to retail sales, customer service and/or office use measured from the outside
face of exterior walls but excluding storage, mezzanine areas, mechanical rooms,
common halls, stairwells, garbage and electrical rooms, parking structures and similar
uses ancillary to the main use. The total floor area in each zone applies only to that
portion of such property that is located within said zone.
Trailer
a trailer for the transport of vehicles, equipment and materials.
Trailer and Tent Park
any land upon which overnight, short term or seasonal accommodation for 2 or more
tents, travel trailers or park model trailers are used or intended to be used for human
occupation, which shall not include permanent year-round human occupation of
permitted tents or trailers, and includes on-site ancillary commercial, laundry, social,
and recreational facilities.
Travel trailer
a structure or vehicle designed, intended and used exclusively for the temporary or
seasonal living, sleeping or eating accommodation for persons therein during travel,
recreation and vacation and which is either capable of being drawn by a passenger
vehicle or is self-propelled and shall include tent trailers, vans, motor homes and similar
transportable accommodation but not a mobile home. Travel trailers that are not self-
propelled are built to CSA specifications.
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Triplex Dwelling
the whole of a building originally designed for and divided into 3 separate dwelling units
with at least 1 of the units on a second floor and each unit having an independent
entrance either directly from the outside or through a common vestibule.
Truck Transport Terminal
a building, structure, or property used for the parking, repairing or dispatching of
commercial motor vehicles or trailers, as defined by the Highway Traffic Act.
Use, Used, Uses, or To Use
the purpose for which any land, building, structure, or premises, or part thereof, is
arranged, designed or intended to be used, or is or may be occupied or maintained.
Utility Service Building
a building used in connection with the supplying of local utilities services including a
water or sewage pumping station, a water storage reservoir, a gas regulator building, an
electrical sub-station, a telephone building for exchange, long distance or repeater
purposes (but does not include major electricity transmission lines and transformer
stations of 230 kv or more).
Value Added
those value added production and value retention activities which add value to an
agricultural good by changing or transforming a product from its original state to a more
valuable state. Retailing products grown/produced on the farm and related goods are
permitted as an accessory use to value-added agricultural uses.
Veterinary Clinic
a building or part thereof wherein animals of all kinds are treated or kept for treatment
by a registered veterinarian, and where such animals can be temporarily boarded.
Warehouse
a building used or intended to be used for the bulk storage of goods, merchandise or
materials and shall include wholesale establishments.
Waste Disposal Facility
any land approved by the Ministry of the Environment upon, into or in which waste has
or may be deposited or processed.
Watercourse
any bay, lake (including one created through below water table aggregate extraction),
navigable waterway, canal, drain, river, municipal drain under the Drainage Act, or a
natural/artificial channel for a stream including an intermittent stream; but does not
include an artificial pond created for landscaping, stormwater management facilities, or
farm purposes.
Wayside Pit
a temporary pit opened and used by the Municipality of South Huron, County of Huron,
Province of Ontario, or Government of Canada solely for the purpose of a particular
project or contract of road construction.
Wholesale
an establishment, which sells merchandise to others for resale and/or to industrial or
commercial users.
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Wind Energy Facility
any device and related equipment that is used, or designed to be used, for the
production of electrical power where wind is the energy source, including wind turbines,
vertical axis wind turbines and horizontal axis wind turbines.
Wine
an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes or other fruits/plants as well as
honey. Also referred to as beer, hard cider, mead, or spirits.
Winery, Farm
shall mean a building or structure or part thereof, associated with agricultural use(s) on
the same farm lot, where wines are produced and may include storage, display,
processing, wine tasting and retail, administrative facilities and outdoor patio area, but
shall not include a restaurant, banquet facility, or on-site commercial kitchen. Wine
tasting and the offering or sale of locally-grown product samples is considered part of
the farm winery activity. A Farm Winery shall not include an Estate Winery as defined
herein.
Winery, Estate
shall mean a building or structure or part thereof, where wines are produced and may
include storage, display, processing, wine tasting, storage, hospitality room,
administrative facilities, outdoor patio area, an on-site restaurant, dining facility,
commercial kitchen, banquet hall, retail facility or other commonly commercially-zoned
amenity. An Estate Winery shall not include a Farm Winery as defined herein. An estate
winery is also referred to as a brewery, cidery, distillery, or meadery.
Yard
an open area of land, unoccupied and unobstructed except as otherwise provided for or
required by this By-law, located on the same property or zone within a property with a
main building or structure.
Exterior Side Yard
a side yard immediately adjoining a street
Front Yard
a yard extending across the full width of the property between the front property line
and the nearest part of any building or structure on the property.
Front Yard Depth
the least horizontal dimension between the front property line of the property and the
nearest part of any building or structure on the property.
Interior Side Yard
a side yard immediately adjoining a property and does not include an exterior side yard.
Rear Yard
a yard extending across the full width of the property between the rear property line of
the property or rear zone boundary and the nearest part of any building or structure on
the property.
Rear Yard Depth
the least horizontal dimension between the rear property line of the property or rear
zone boundary and the nearest part of any building or structure on the property or zone.
Side Yard
any yard other than a front yard or rear yard. In determining the minimum or maximum
width of a side yard the distance is measured from the side property line of the property
to the nearest part of any main building or structures on the property.
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Zone
an area delineated on the zone map and established by this By-law for a specific use.
Zone Area
the total horizontal area within the limits of a property with the zone area for each zone
applying only to that portion of the property which is located within said zone, unless
otherwise specified.
Zone Coverage
the percentage of the zone area, covered by all buildings above ground level, and shall
not include that portion of such property which is occupied by a building or portion
thereof which is completely below ground level. Patios, unenclosed swimming pools,
retractable awnings, and ground-mounted solar energy collectors are not included in
the calculation of zone coverage; however, decks, porches, balconies and tennis courts
are included. In the Agriculture zones, parking lots are included in the calculation of
zone coverage.
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3. General Provisions
The provisions of this section apply to all zones except as otherwise indicated in the
applicable zone provisions.
3.1.
Accessibility
All new buildings, with the exception of residences, are to have regard for accessibility.
Accessibility issues will be considered in accordance with the Ontarians with Disabilities
Act, Ontario Building Code and Municipal legislation regarding accessibility.
3.2.
Accessory Buildings, Structures & Uses3.2.1.
Use
Where this by-law provides that a property may be used or a building or structure
erected, altered or used for a purpose, that purpose includes any accessory building,
structure, or use, but does not include:
a) any occupation for gain or profit except as may be permitted by this by-law; or
b) any building used for human habitation except where a dwelling is a permitted
accessory use.
3.2.2. Establishment
In all zones no accessory building, structure, or use shall be established on any property
until and unless the main building or use to which it is accessory is established.
3.2.3. Height
The maximum height of accessory buildings shall be as follows:
Residential zones:
7.5 metres
Commercial, Open Space, and
Community Facility zones:
9 metres
Agricultural zones
Unless specified otherwise, 10 metres
All other zones
12 metres but not more than 2 storeys
When an accessory building is located in a yard that abuts a Residential zone, the
building height shall not exceed 7.5 metres.
3.2.4. Location
Accessory buildings shall not be attached to the main building in any way.
Except in the Agriculture and Natural Environment zones, any accessory building or
structure shall be erected in the rear yard and/or in the interior side yard and shall comply
with the yard and setback requirements of the zone in which such building or structure is
situated.
Except in the Agriculture and Natural Environment zones, an accessory building or
structure shall not be located closer to a street or private road than the setback required
for the main building.
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In a Residential zone, a private garage, carport, satellite dish, swimming pool or other
accessory building or structure shall be erected and used in the rear yard and/or in the
interior side yard only, provided that such accessory building or uses:
- shall be no closer than 1.5 metres to the property line;
- shall not be located closer to a street or private road than the setback required for
the main building; and
- shall not include an Additional Residential Unit.
- Semi-detached private garages or carports may be centered on a mutual side
property line.
In all other zones, no accessory building or structure shall be erected closer than 1.2
metres to a rear property line or interior property line.
Buildings or structures solely devoted to and forming an integral part of a septic system
and that are less than 10 square meters are permitted in any yard.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this section, accessory buildings or structures are
permitted in the front yard of the Huron Country Playhouse (RC4) zone. (As per By-law
46-2014)
3.2.5.
Size
In a settlement area, except for properties zoned RC2, the total floor area of all accessory
buildings on a property shall not exceed 75% of the total floor area of the main building
(including car parking areas within the building).
In the RC2 Zone, the total ground floor area of all buildings accessory to a main building
shall not exceed 50% of the main building ground floor area.
3.2.6.
Servicing
Plumbing is prohibited in buildings and structures accessory to a dwelling in the
Lakeshore Residential zone with the exception of hose bibs, in floor heating systems,
and/or swimming pool related equipment systems. (as per By-law 29-2022)
3.2.7.
Accessory Building containing an Additional Residential Unit (ARU)
This provision applies in all zones where an ARU is a permitted use except for the AG1
and AG4 zones.
An accessory building containing an Additional Residential Unit (ARU) is permitted
subject to the following:
a) An accessory building containing an ARU shall be located in either the rear or interior
side yard and shall be no closer than 1.5 metres to a property line and shall not be
located closer to a street than the setback required for the main building;
b)
Maximum height 7.5 metres
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c) One additional on-site parking space is provided for the ARU in addition to the
parking requirements for the main dwelling;
d) The ARU must use the same entrance/driveway as the main dwelling;
e) A pathway to the principal entrance of the ARU from its parking area is required and
shall be a minimum of 1.5 metres in width with a clear height of 2.1 metres;
f)
A minimum 3 metres between the existing dwelling and the ARU;
g) The total floor area does not exceed 75% of the total floor area of the main dwelling
including an attached garage; and
h) In partially or privately serviced areas, the minimum property size is 4,000 square
metres for a single detached dwelling to have an Additional Residential Unit.
3.3.
Application of other By-Laws, Regulations, Legislation
Nothing in this By-law shall operate to relieve any person from the obligation to comply
with the current requirements of the Ontario Building Code Act, Conservation Authority
regulations, or any other By-law of the Municipality in force from time to time or the
obligation to obtain any other license, permit, authority or approval lawfully required by a
governmental authority having jurisdiction to make such restrictions.
3.4.
Building Line Setback
A building may be erected closer to the street line than required by the zone provisions
provided the proposed building would be no closer to the street line than the average
setback of the 2 nearest buildings on the same side of the street within 100 metres of
either side of the proposed building.
3.5.
Community Gardens
A community garden is a permitted use in all zones except the Disposal, Salvage Yard,
and Natural Environment zones.
3.6.
Encroachments in Yards
Every part of any yard required by this By-law shall be open and unobstructed by any
structure from the ground to the sky; however, fences, planting strips and hedges are
permitted in accordance with the other provisions of this By-law and the structures listed
in the following table may project into the minimum yards as specified below:
Structure
Yards in which Projection
is Permitted
Maximum Projection into
Minimum Required Yard
Sills, belt courses,
cornices, eaves, gutters,
chimneys, pilasters, and
retractable awning
All yards
0.75 metres provided that
no part of the structure
extends closer than 0.75
metres to any property line
Fire escapes & exterior
staircases
Rear yard or side yard
1.5 metres provided that no
part of the structure
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Structure
Yards in which Projection
is Permitted
Maximum Projection into
Minimum Required Yard
extends closer than 1.5
metres to any property line
Window bays
Front, rear and exterior
side yard
1 metre over a width of 3
metres provided that no
part of the structure
extends closer than 1.5
metres to any property line
Balconies
Front, rear & exterior side
yards only for single
detached dwellings
1.5 metres provided that no
part of the structure
extends closer than 1.5
metres to any property line
Decks, steps, roofed/open
porches (all not to exceed
the first storey in height)
All yards
2.5 metres including eaves
and steps provided that no
porch deck or patio extends
closer than 1.5 metres to
any property line
Patio
All yards
1.5 metres
Closed-in porch
All yards
1.5 metres including eaves
and steps provided that no
closed in porch extends
closer than 1 metre to any
property line
Retaining walls or similar
accessory structures
All yards
No maximum or minimum
requirements, provided that
no part of the structure
extends beyond the
property line
Air Conditioning Units,
Generators, and Solar
Panels
Rear, exterior side and
interior side yards
1 metre provided that no
part extend closer than 1.5
metre to any property line
3.6.1.
Encroachment Exception
Where a building or structure has been established in accordance with a building permit
but is subsequently shown by an Ontario Land Surveyor's survey not to comply with the
provisions of the Zoning By-law, an encroachment of up to 0.25 metres into any yard is
recognized as being permitted.
3.6.2.
Encroachment of Awnings, Canopies, Balconies, and Signs in Commercial Zones
Awnings, canopies, balconies and signs may extend over County or Municipal property in
Commercial zones a maximum distance of 1.5 metres, subject to County or Municipal
approval, provided:
no portion of the awning, canopy, balcony or sign is closer than 1 metre (one
metre) from a parking area or the traveled portion of a street,
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no portion of the awning, canopy, balcony, or sign obstructs the view at any
intersection,
a vertical clearance of 2.9 metres is maintained from the surface of the sidewalk
to the lowest portion of the awning, canopy, balcony, or overhanging sign, and
the owner obtains from the appropriate authorities all permits required prior to
starting construction.
3.6.3.
Barrier-Free Structures
Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-Law to the contrary, unenclosed structures
necessary to ensure that a building and its facilities can be approached, entered, and
used by persons with physical or sensory disabilities in accordance with the Ontario
Building Code, may project into any required front, interior or exterior side yard provided
that the structure is not closer than 0.3 metres from any interior side lot line. For
clarification, the area of such structures shall not be used in the calculation of lot
coverage.
3.7.
Exterior Lighting
The type, location, height, intensity, duration and direction of lighting shall be designed to
conserve energy and ensure the light is confined to the building face, parking area and
vicinity of the site so as to not cast glare onto adjacent properties adversely affecting the
use of the property or onto an adjacent street posing a vehicular safety hazard.
3.8.
Reserved - Deleted by [insert by-law number]
3.9.
Government Uses Permitted
A government use is a permitted use in all zones.
3.10. Hazard Land Requirements
In addition to the provisions of the applicable zones and general provisions, no buildings
or structures are permitted on hazard lands or adjacent to hazard lands within the area
subject to the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority and Upper Thames Region
Conservation Authority under O. Reg. 147/06, as amended, unless the permission of the
Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority or Upper Thames Region Conservation
Authority has been obtained.
3.11. Height Limitation Exceptions
The height limitations of this By-law, except for the height provisions of Defined Area 1
and 2 (D.A. 1 and D.A.2), shall not apply to a church spire, belfry, clock tower, water
tower or tank, elevator enclosure, flag pole, television or radio tower or antenna, cell
tower, solar collector, electric power facility, ventilator, skylight, chimney, air conditioner
duct, windmill, wind turbine, silo or grain elevator.
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3.12. Home Industry
A business conducted in whole or in part in an accessory building to a single detached
dwelling by the residents, provided:
a) no external advertising other than a legal sign;
b) no outside storage of goods, materials or equipment unless fully enclosed by a
fence or other enclosure which provides visual screening;
c) the home industry is not a noxious use;
d) the home industry is clearly secondary to the main residential or agricultural use
and does not change the residential character of the dwelling;
e) not more than the equivalent of 2 full-time employees, other than the owner, are
employed by the business, with the exception that more part-time employees may
work on-site during a short period due to a seasonal requirement of the business;
f) no retailing of items not created on the site except for the minor retail of products
which are essential and accessory to the provided service. Retailing of items
crafted or fabricated on the site shall be allowed provided that the operation
complies with all other requirements;
g) an accessory home industry (including building and outdoor storage) shall be a
maximum of 2% of the property area or 10,000 square metres (1 ha), whichever is
less; and
h) the home industry shall not result in significant volumes of vehicular traffic or on-
street parking which cause the disruption of normal activities of adjacent
residential properties or negatively impact on the operating viability and safety of
the highway.
Examples of home industries include animal kennel, carpentry, day nursery, service and
repair shop, electrical, woodworking, window framing, welding, plumbing, machine, farm
machinery or motor vehicle repair shop, used vehicle sales (maximum 6 vehicles for sale
on site), small scale manufacturing, small engine repair, and blacksmith.
3.13. Home Occupation
A home occupation is permitted in a dwelling unit operated by the occupant(s) of the
dwelling, subject to the following conditions:
a) The home occupation meets all Municipal requirements
b) the home occupation is clearly secondary to and compatible with the principal use
of the dwelling for residential purposes;
c) no external alteration of the dwelling shall be permitted other than what is required
by a dwelling unit as a private residence;
d) no external display of goods, materials, wares or merchandise, or exterior
advertising other than a legal sign to indicate to persons outside that the dwelling,
accessory building or property is being used for other than residential purposes;
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e) the home occupation shall not create a significant nuisance or hazard to
neighbours by reason of noise emission, vibration, smoke, dust, fumes, odour,
heat, humidity, glare, debris, refuse, smoke, fire, lighting, interference with radio or
television reception, or hours of operation;
f)
the home occupation shall not result in significant volumes of vehicular traffic or
on-street parking which cause the disruption of normal activities of adjacent
residential properties or negatively impact on the operating viability and safety of
the highway;
g) no outdoor storage of materials or goods in support of such home occupation;
h) the total area used for the home occupation cannot exceed 25 % of the total floor
area of the dwelling where the total floor area excludes: basement, crawlspace,
attic, porch/verandah, carport, attached garage and accessory buildings. A finished
habitable basement may be included in the calculation of total floor area if the
dwelling is a single storey. Notwithstanding the above area limitation, all of an
accessory structure can be used for a home occupation and an accessory
structure to be used by the home occupation can be newly constructed provided it
satisfies the definition of 'accessory';
i)
an animal kennel, small engine repair and automotive repair are not home
occupations;
j)
no use of municipal services such as streets, sanitary and storm services, water
supply, utilities such as electricity and natural gas, or the generation of waste and
refuse, beyond that normal to the use of property for residential purposes;
k) no unreasonable use of lights or night-time operations;
l)
no retailing of items not created on the site except for the minor retail of products
which are essential and accessory to the provided service. Retailing of items
crafted or fabricated on the site shall be allowed provided that the operation
complies with all other requirements;
m) prior to the establishment of a home occupation, the occupant shall deliver to the
Municipality a statement indicating their intention to conform with this definition of a
home occupation; and
n) a home occupation may include but is not limited to:
a home child care business under the provisions of the Child Care and Early
Years Act, 2014, as amended,
an office or consulting room for a professional person or agent,
an office and shop for a trade such as a builder, painter, plumber or electrician,
an office for a charitable organization,
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a service and repair shop, or
a studio for a teacher of music, art or academic subjects, a photographer, or
commercial artists, or a wholly enclosed workshop, and any other use of a similar
nature which conforms to the criteria above; but does not include or permit a
boarding, lodging or rooming house, clinic, retail shop, or any storage yard or plant
for any trade
3.14. Loading Space Requirements
The owner or occupant of any property, building or structure in a Commercial, Community
Facility or Industrial zone, erected or used for any purpose involving the receiving,
shipping, loading or unloading of persons, animals, goods, wares, merchandise and raw
materials, shall provide and maintain at the premises loading or unloading facilities.
Loading facilities shall be on the property occupied by the building or structure, not form
part of a street or lane, and be in the same zone in which such use is located. A loading
space shall be 9 metres long, 3.5 metres wide and have a vertical clearance of at least 4
metres, and in accordance with the following schedule:
Total Floor Area of Building or
Structure
Minimum Number of Loading Spaces Required
200 square metres or less
0
Exceeding 200 square metres
1
3.14.1.
Access
Access to loading spaces shall be by means of a driveway at least 6 metres wide and
lead to a street or lane located within or adjoining the Commercial, Community Facility or
Industrial zone.
3.14.2.
Surface
The driveways and loading spaces shall be maintained with a stable surface which is
treated or finished so as to prevent the raising of dust and shall also have adequate
drainage facilities.
3.14.3.
Location
The required loading space or spaces shall be located in the interior side yard or rear
yard. If set back from the street line a minimum distance of 18 metres the loading space
may be located in the exterior side yard or the front yard.
3.15. Main Buildings or Main Uses per Property
No person shall erect more than 1 main building on a property or establish more than 1
main use on a property except permitted buildings and uses in an Agriculture,
Commercial, Community Facility, Disposal, Extractive Industrial, Industrial, Parks & Open
Space, Recreational Trailer Park and Campground or the Residential - Medium Density
(R2) or Residential - High Density (R3) Zone.
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In those zones where more than one main use or 1 main building is permitted, the
requirements of this by-law for each use and building must be met.
3.16. Cannabis Production Facility
A Cannabis Production Facility shall be subject to the following provisions:
a) No lands, building or structure or portion thereof used for Cannabis Production
Facility purposes that is equipped with air treatment control situated in the General
Industrial Zone (M2), Light Industrial Zone (M1), Agricultural Zones (AG1, AG2, AG3)
may be located any closer than 150 metres to a Residential Zone, Community Facility
Zone, commercial recreational facility, park or similar recreational use, dwelling,
public school, private school, place of worship, community centre, or a day care.
b) No lands, building or structure or portion thereof used for Cannabis Production
Facility purposes that is not equipped with air treatment control situated in the
Agricultural Zones (AG1, AG2, AG3) may be located any closer than 300m to a
Residential Zone, Community Facility Zone, commercial recreational facility, park or
similar recreational use, dwelling, public school, private school, place of worship,
community centre, or a day care.
c) All lands, buildings or structures or portion thereof used for a Cannabis Production
Facility in the M1 or M2 zones shall be equipped with air treatment control.
d) Cannabis Production Facilities must be entirely contained within wholly enclosed
buildings or structures or portions thereof in the M1 and M2 zones.
e) Accessory buildings or structures used for security purposes for Cannabis Production
Facilities may be located in any yard provided they are not located in a sight triangle
and have a minimum setback from a front, side, or rear lot line of at least 1.5 metres.
f)
Outdoor storage that is part of or accessory to a Cannabis Production Facility is
prohibited.
3.17. Minimum Distance Separation (MDS)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, no agricultural,
commercial, community facility, industrial, recreational, or residential building or structure
shall be constructed, enlarged, extended, or reconstructed unless it complies with the
Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Guidelines as implemented in the South Huron
Official Plan and this By-law. This provision does not apply in a settlement area
designation.
A dwelling on an AG1, AG3, or AG4 zoned property may be replaced at less than the
required MDS 1 distance if the replacement dwelling maintains or reduces the existing
MDS deficiency. (as per By-law 29-2022)
3.17.1 MDS and Low Visitation Cemeteries
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For calculating MDS I or II, all cemeteries in the CF zone are deemed to be low visitation
and shall be treated as a Type A land use. This provision does not apply in or to a
settlement area designation.
3.17.2 MDS and Agricultural Commercial Industrial Uses and On Farm Diversified Uses
For calculating MDS I or II, MDS is not applied to or from Agricultural Commercial
Industrial (AG3) zones or On Farm Diversified Uses
3.17.3. MDS I setback is exempt for ARU's that are not closer to the livestock facility in
question than the existing dwelling unit on the property.
3.18. Municipal Services
Where municipal water and sanitary sewage services are available new development
must connect to the services.
3.19.
"CARL" Conservation Authority Regulated Lands and Adjacent Lands
No development is permitted in Conservation Authority Regulated Lands or adjacent
lands, which are defined as lands within 30 metres of a Provincially Significant wetland or
all other significant natural features until it has been determined that the proposed
development does not result in negative impacts on the natural environment features or
functions of the significant natural environment feature. For the purpose of this provision,
significant natural features shall include Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI),
locally significant wetland, significant wildlife habitat, significant valley land, significant
woodland, and/or habitat area of threatened and endangered species. In areas zoned
AG1 adjacent lands will be 15 metres from all significant natural features, except for
Provincially Significant wetlands, which require 30 metres. For lake-bank or valley
properties the provisions of Section 3.10 'Hazard Lands' shall also apply.
3.20. Non-Complying Buildings and Structures
3.20.1. Establishment of Legal Non-Complying Status
Where a building or structure or driveway was legally established and is permitted by the
provisions of the zone in which such building or structure or driveway is located but does
not meet the zone provisions with respect to yards, zone area, frontage, parking, setback
or any other provisions of this By-law applicable to that zone, the said building or
structure or driveway shall be deemed to comply with the By-law and may be enlarged,
extended, reconstructed, repaired or renovated provided that the enlargement, extension,
reconstruction, repair or renovation does not further reduce the compliance of that
building or structure or driveway, with the provision(s) of the By-law to which it does not
comply and all other applicable provisions of this By-law are complied with. In addition,
where such a building is reconstructed no enlargements or extensions are permitted to
the reconstructed building for a 5 year period after its reconstruction.
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3.20.2. Legal Non-Complying Status & Rezoning/Severances
In the case of a rezoning or severance, the permitted and legally established existing
building or structure or driveway shall be deemed to comply with any applicable zone
provisions, except parking requirements, resulting from such rezoning or severance.
3.20.3. Location of Reconstructed Building
Where a non-complying building or structure is removed or destroyed, such building or
structure may be reconstructed in a different location than the original building or
structure, provided that the new location does not further reduce the compliance with the
provisions of the By-law to which the original building or structure did not comply.
3.20.4. Time Limit
Where a non-complying building or structure is removed or destroyed, such building or
structure may only be reconstructed within 18 months from the date of destruction. After
this period of time, the replacement building or structure may only be built in compliance
with the provisions of the By-law.
3.20.5. MDS and Catastrophes
Where a building or structure is destroyed in whole or in part by a catastrophe, Minimum
Distance Separation (MDS) formulae requirements will not be applied when the building
or structure is rebuilt provided that it is built no closer to livestock facilities than before the
catastrophe and it is rebuilt within 18 months.
Where a livestock facility is destroyed in whole or in part by a catastrophe, Minimum
Distance Separation (MDS) formulae requirements will not be applied when the livestock
facility is rebuilt provided it is built no closer to surrounding land uses and property lines
than before the catastrophe, the capacity of the livestock facility (expressed in nutrient
units) is not being increased by the replacement livestock facility, and the replacement
livestock facility is built within 18 months of the catastrophe.
3.21. Non-Complying Properties
Where an existing property does not meet the zone area and/or frontage and/or property
depth requirements of this by-law, these existing conditions are recognized and the
existing property is deemed to comply with the zone area, frontage, and property depth
requirements.
3.22. Non-Conforming Uses
3.22.1. Continuation of Existing Use
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the use of any lot, building or
structure for any purpose prohibited by this By-law if such lot, building or structure was
lawfully established and used for such purpose on the date of passing of this By-law, and
provided that it continues to be used for that purpose and all other applicable provisions
of this By-law are complied with.
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3.22.2. Building Permit Issued
The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the erection or use for a purpose
prohibited by this By-law of any building or structure, the plans for which have prior to the
date of passing of this By-law been approved by the Chief Building Official, so long as the
building or structure when erected is used and continues to be used for the purpose for
which it was erected and provided the erection of such building or structure is
commenced within 18 months after the date of the passing of this By-law and such
building or structure is completed within a reasonable time after the construction thereof
is commenced.
3.22.3. Strengthening, Repairing or Renovating of Buildings or Structures Used for Non-
Conforming Uses
Nothing in this By-law shall prevent the strengthening to a safe condition, the repair or
renovation of any building or structure or part of any building or structure which use does
not conform with the provisions of this By-law, provided such strengthening, repair or
renovation:
a) does not increase the size or volume of such building or structure by more
than 10% beyond what existed on the date this By-law was passed,
b) does not involve any alteration of use and the building or structure continues to
be used for the purpose.
3.22.4.
Discontinuation, Removal, and/or Replacement of Non-Conforming Uses
Where a non-conforming use has been discontinued for a period of 18 months or
longer, the property, building or structure may only be used for a use that
conforms with this By-law.
If a building or structure used for a non-conforming use is purposefully removed
the subject property can only be used for a purpose permitted by the By-law.
If a building or structure used for a non-conforming use is accidentally destroyed,
such building or structure and its non-conforming use may only be re-established
or reconstructed for that non-conforming use within 18 months from the date of
destruction.
3.22.5.
Enlargement or Extension of Non-Conforming Uses
The extension or enlargement (greater than 10% of the existing structure) of a
non-conforming use, or building or structure for a non-conforming use, will
require an amendment to the Zoning By-law or approval from the Committee of
Adjustment under the Planning Act.
3.22.6.
Change of Non-Conforming Uses
Where any land, building or structure on the day that the By-law was passed was
lawfully used for a purpose prohibited by the By-law, the Committee of
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Adjustment may permit, by the authority of Section 34 (10) or 45(2) of the
Planning Act, the use of such land, building or structure for a purpose that, in the
opinion of the Committee, is similar to the purpose which it was used for on the
day the By-law was passed.
The Committee of Adjustment may, by the authority of Section 34(10) or 45(2) of
the Planning Act, also permit a use that is more compatible with the uses
permitted by the By-law other than the purpose for which it was used on the day
the By-law was passed.
The prohibited use must be in place until the date of application to the Committee
of Adjustment.
3.23. On Farm Diversified Uses
Are secondary to the principal agricultural use of the property, are operated by the
persons residing on the farm / small holding and do not interfere with the farm
operation and do not conflict with the surrounding uses.
Do not cause a traffic or safety concern and provide safe access onto an open
public road.
Obtain relevant permits from the Health Unit.
Agri-tourism uses and Value Added agricultural uses under 1 hectare in size are
permitted in the AG1 zone. Uses larger than 1 hectare shall be permitted in the
AG3 zone.
The total area of buildings, structures, outdoor storage, landscaped areas, wells
and septic systems, berms, laneways and parking are considered in the area
calculation for agri-tourism and value added agricultural uses.
Buildings can occupy a maximum of 20% of the allowable area calculation.
25% of the floor area of a building containing an agri-tourism or value added
agricultural uses be used for retailing products grown/produced on the farm and
related goods.
Servicing (e.g. private and/or public water & sewage services) for the agri-tourism
and value added agricultural uses must be located within the maximum 1 hectare
area.
Uses shall be serviced through municipal services (e.g. public water and sewage
services), where available.
Buildings for agri-tourism uses & value added agricultural uses shall be clustered
together with buildings for the principle agricultural use of the property.
MDS shall not apply to on-farm diversified uses.
Uses are permitted greater than 1ha as an accessory Agricultural Commercial
Industrial (AG3) related use subject to AG3 zone provisions and Site Plan Control.
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3.24. Outdoor Solid Fuel Combustion Appliances
No outdoor solid fuel combustion applicants shall be installed at less than 30 metres from
any property line or less than 150 metres from any residence on a separate lot. No
outdoor solid fuel combustion appliance shall be installed less than 10 metres from any
combustible materials or fuel tanks.
No outdoor solid fuel combustion appliances shall be used for the incineration of waste.
All outdoor solid fuel combustion appliances shall have a CSA or UL approval rating and
be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction.
3.25. Outdoor Storage of Waste
Where waste intended for landfill is stored outdoors (excluding manure), it shall be
contained in a receptacle specifically designed for such reason and having walls and
sides and a lid. The receptacle shall be located in the rear yard no closer than 2 metres
from a side property line or rear property line. An inground installed waste receptacle may
be located in any yard no closer than 2 metres to a property line.
3.26. Parking Requirements
Parking spaces and areas required under this By-law are to be in accordance with the
following provisions:
3.26.1.
Number of Parking Spaces Required
The minimum number of parking spaces required for the uses and purposes set
out in this By-law are provided as follows:
Type of Use
Minimum Parking Requirements
Accessory dwelling
1 per dwelling unit
Additional Residential Unit (ARU)
1 per ARU
Arena, Assembly hall, Community Centre,
Sports Field, Theatre
1 per 4 persons of maximum designed
capacity of the facility
Bowling Establishment (indoor)
3 per bowling lane
Business or Professional office
1 per 20 sq. m. of office floor area
Car wash
2 per washing bay for self-serve; 5
parking spaces for automatic
Church (Place of Worship)
1 per 4 persons of maximum designed
capacity of the sanctuary
Clinic or Veterinary clinic
6 per practitioner
Bed and breakfast establishment
2 per dwelling unit plus 1 per guest room
for rent
Converted dwelling
1 per dwelling unit
Drive-through restaurant
6 plus 1 per 4 persons of max. designed
capacity
Duplex dwelling
1 per dwelling unit
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Type of Use
Minimum Parking Requirements
Dwelling with Supports
The greater of 2 per dwelling with
supports or 1 per 5 resident beds
Fire Hall
5 per bay
Funeral Home
1 per 5 designated seat capacity
Furniture store
1 per 90 sq. m. of retail floor area
Gasoline Station
1 plus 1 per 20 sq. m of retail floor area
Hospital
3 per 4 beds
Hotel or Motel
2 plus 1 per guest room
Hospice
2 spaces, plus one per patient bed
Huron County Housing Corporation owned
and operated dwelling units
0.25 spaces per dwelling unit
Industrial establishment
3 for every 4 employees on the largest
shift, including office staff
Long-term care home
1 per 3 beds
Mixed commercial development (C5)
1 parking space per 15 sq. m. of gross
floor area for the commercial use and 1
space per dwelling unit
Motor vehicle repair shop, Motor vehicle
sales and/or service establishment
4 plus 1 per repair bay
Multiple Unit Dwelling
1.25 per dwelling unit
Personal Services shop
1 per 20 sq. m. of total floor area
Public building except where specifically
identified
1 per 30 sq. m. of total floor area
Quadruplex
1 per dwelling unit
Restaurant
1 per 4 persons of maximum designed
capacity
Retail store
1 per 20 sq. m. of retail floor area
Retirement home
1 per 3 beds
Rowhouse Dwelling
1 unenclosed parking space
School, Nursery
The greater of 3 per classroom or
nursery or 1 per 60 sq. m. of floor area
School, Elementary
The greater of 1.5 per classroom or 1
per 3 sq. m. of auditorium assembly area
School, Secondary
The greater of 5 per classroom or 1 per
3 sq. m. of auditorium assembly area
Single-detached dwelling
1 per dwelling unit
Semi-detached dwelling
1 per dwelling unit
Social Club, Service Club, Golf Country
Club, Curling Club
1 per 10 sq. m. of total floor area of all
common club buildings excluding ice
surface, plus:
2 per golfing green
4 per lawn bowling green
4 per tennis, racquetball, or other racket-
sport court
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Type of Use
Minimum Parking Requirements
6 per curling ice sheet
Supermarket, Grocery store
1 per 15 sq. m. of retail floor area
Take-out restaurant
6 plus 1 per 4 persons of maximum
designed capacity
Tavern
1 per 4 persons of maximum designed
capacity
Triplex
1 per dwelling unit
Warehouse
1 per 185 sq. m. of total floor area
Wholesale establishment
1 per 90 sq. m. of retail floor area
Winery
1 per 20 sq. m. of ground floor area
Uses permitted by this By-law other than
those referred to above
1 per 40 sq. m. of total floor area
Visitor Parking
0.25 per dwelling unit for properties with
11 or more dwelling units
Where the application of the above parking space requirements results in a number that
is not a whole number, the number shall be rounded-up to the next whole number (for
example, 7.3 spaces would be rounded-up to 8).
3.26.2.
More Than One Use in a Building
Where a building or structure accommodates more than 1 type of use, the
parking space requirement for the whole building shall be the sum of the
requirements of the separate parts of the building occupied by the separate types
of use.
3.26.3.
Multiple Use of Parking Area
Where 2 or more uses utilizing the same parking area will never occur
simultaneously, the parking requirements of the use having the highest parking
requirements shall govern.
3.26.4.
Core Commercial Zone Parking Space Requirements
The provisions of the Parking Requirements section shall not apply to require the
establishment of parking spaces for a non-residential use in the Core
Commercial (C4) Zone, other than for a motel or hotel.
3.26.5.
Existing Buildings and Changes in Use
The parking area requirement referred to in this By-law shall not apply to any
building lawfully in existence at the date of passing of this By-law so long as:
a) the building is used for a permitted use;
b) any change of occupancy is to a use having the same or a lesser parking
requirement according to this By-law;
c) the floor area is not increased, and
d) all parking spaces existing at the date of passing of the By-law are
retained.
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3.26.6.
Additions to an Existing Building
If an addition is made to a building or structure lawfully existing at the date of
passing of this By-law, then parking spaces in addition to those already existing
shall be provided to the number required for such addition or change of use. This
section shall not apply to an addition to a single detached dwelling.
3.26.7.
Accessible Parking
Accessible parking spaces shall be provided to accommodate a varying range of
abilities including those in wheelchairs, limited mobility and those caring for small
children.
3.26.7.1.
Type A and B Barrier Free Parking Spaces
Type A and B Barrier Free Parking Spaces are required to be provided in
accordance with the provisions of this section. Barrier free parking spaces are
included in the total parking space requirements. The requirements for barrier
free parking are minimums, and do not prevent additional barrier free parking
spaces being provided
Residential Uses
Total Number of Spaces
Required Type A Barrier
Free Spaces
Required Type B Barrier
Free Spaces
0-5
0
0
5-10
1
0
11-20
1
1
21-40
2
2
41-60
3
3
61-100
4
4
101-200
5
5
200 and greater
1% of the total spaces + 3
spaces
1% of the total spaces +3
spaces
Commercial, Industrial, Community Facility, and all other uses
Total Number of Spaces
Required Type A Barrier
Free Spaces
Required Type B Barrier
Free Spaces
1-12
1
0
13-20
1
1
21-50
2
2
51-100
2
3
101-150
3
3
151-201
4
4
201 and greater
1% of the total spaces +2
spaces
1% of the total spaces +2
spaces
The number of parking spaces required may not be sufficient for some facilities
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(e.g. seniors' centres) where increased numbers of persons with disabilities may
be expected.
Type A and B parking spaces are subject to the following provisions:
a) type A Barrier Free Parking Spaces shall have minimum rectangular
dimensions of 3.4 metres width by 6.0 metres depth, and shall be
required to be directly adjacent to an access aisle;
b) type B Barrier Free Parking Spaces shall have minimum rectangular
dimensions of 2.4 metres width by 6.0 metres depth, and shall be
required to be directly adjacent to an access aisle;
c) all barrier free vehicle parking spaces shall be identified by marking
the pavement with, and mounting a sign which displays, the
International Symbol for the Disabled. Type A barrier free parking
spaces shall be clearly marked as 'Van Accessible';
- pavement marking and signage is not required for properties
which contain ten or fewer total residential units and no other
uses
d) access aisles for barrier free parking spaces shall have a minimum
width of 1.5 metres, and shall include the entire length of adjacent
barrier free parking spaces;
e) a minimum vertical clearance of 3.4 metres shall be provided at
accessible parking spaces, passenger loading zones, and along
access aisles;
f) barrier free parking spaces shall be the spaces located closest to the
nearest accessible entrance(s) of the building on an accessible
route;
g) curb ramps, where required, shall be provided to permit access from
the parking area to the sidewalk;
h) access aisles and barrier free parking spaces are required to be
paved with asphalt or concrete.
i) where there is a conflict between the provisions of this By-law and
any other standards or guidelines relating to barrier free parking in
the Municipality of South Huron, the higher requirement shall apply.
3.26.8.
Use of Parking Areas and Spaces
Any area where off-street parking is required under this By-law shall be used for
no other parking purpose than for the parking of operative passenger vehicles
and commercial vehicles used in operations incidental to the permitted uses on
the property, all bearing currently valid license plates. For the purpose of this
subsection "commercial motor vehicle" shall mean any commercial vehicles as
defined in the Highway Traffic Act.
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3.26.9
Commercial Motor Vehicles and Tractor Trailers in Residential Zones
No person shall use any property, building or structure in a residential zone for
the parking or storage of any commercial motor vehicle unless the person is the
owner or occupant of such property, building or structure, the vehicle does not
exceed 4,000 kilograms per axle, and provided no more than 1 commercial
vehicle is stored in accordance with this section.
No person shall use any property, building or structure in a residential zone for
the parking or storage of any truck trailer or van body or part thereof.
This provision shall not include commercial motor vehicles or tractor trailers while
they attend a residential premise for the purposes of delivery and service.
3.26.10. Storage or Parking of Travel Trailers, Motor Homes and Personal
Recreational Vehicles
No person shall within any Residential zone use any property for the outdoor
parking or outdoor storage of more than a total of 2 travel trailers or personal
recreational vehicles, provided that these items are owned by the owner or
occupant of the subject lands. The outdoor parking or storage shall be permitted
in:
a carport.
an open driveway exclusive of any area covered by a sight triangle.
an interior side yard or rear yard provided the setbacks for an accessory
structure are maintained
This By-law shall not restrict the number of travel trailers and personal
recreational vehicles that are fully enclosed within a private garage.
3.26.11. Occupancy of Travel Trailers
No person shall, in any zone, use any travel trailer or park model trailer for the
purpose of primary residential, permanent living.
In addition to permitted uses, the occasional short-term, temporary, non-
commercial use of a travel trailer or park model trailer is permitted for a
cumulative maximum of 2 weeks annually provided there is a main building on
the same property and the setbacks for an accessory structure are maintained.
3.26.12. Parking Area Location on a Lot
No parking lot or required parking area shall be located on a septic tank or tile
bed area.
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Outdoor parking areas shall be permitted in the required yards or in the area
between the street line and the required setback as follows:
Zone
Yards in which Required Parking Area
Permitted
Residential
Driveway, Interior side yard and rear yard.
The minimum setbacks for a parking area,
other than a driveway, shall be 1 metre
from any property line, except for a shared
parking area which shall have no minimum
All other zones
Parking areas are permitted in all yards.
The minimum setbacks for a parking area,
other than a driveway, shall be 1 metre
from any property line, except for a shared
parking area which shall have no
minimum.
3.26.13. Off-Site Parking
All required parking spaces are to be provided on the same property as the use
for which they are provided. Off-site parking may be located within 150 metres
provided that parking is a legal permitted use in that zone and that total parking
requirements are met for all uses. All off-site parking areas shall require a site
plan agreement for more than 5 spaces.
3.26.14. Access to Parking Area Through Residential Zones
No person shall use any land in a residential zone for motor vehicle access to
any parking space or parking area located in any other zone.
3.26.15. Parking Area Design Standards
All parking areas required under this By-law shall conform with the following
minimum standards:
3.26.15.1.
Parking Aisles
Angle of Parking
In perpendicular width, the parking aisle shall
not be less than:
30 degrees
3.4 metres
45 degrees
3.7 metres
55 degrees
4.3 metres
60 degrees
4.9 metres
65 degrees
5.2 metres
70 degrees
5.5 metres
90 degrees
6.7 metres
Parallel parking
3 metres for one-way traffic
6 metres for two-way traffic
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Angle of Parking
In perpendicular width, the parking aisle shall
not be less than:
Parking at an angle other than
those listed above
the requirements for the angle of parking which is
next greater than the angle of parking being
provided
3.26.15.2.
Parking Space Width
For Cars Parked:
The parking space width shall be not be less
than:
Side by side
2.7 metres
With wall or fence adjacent
3.0 metres
3.26.15.3.
Parking Space Depth
Angle of Parking
In perpendicular width, the parking
space depth shall not be less than
30 degrees
4.6 metres
45 degrees
5.5 metres
55 degrees
5.8 metres
70 degrees
5.8 metres
90 degrees
5.5 metres
Parallel parking
6.5 metres
Parking at an angle other than those listed
above
the requirements for the angle of parking
which is next greater than the angle of
parking being provided
3.26.15.4.
Parking Area Surface and Drainage
All parking areas are to be constructed so as to be usable in all seasons and
shall have a granular base and surface of crushed stone, concrete, asphalt
pavement or other similar hard and dust inhibiting surface. All parking areas shall
be so graded and drained so as to ensure that surface water will not escape to
neighbouring lands as a result of the construction or use of such parking areas.
3.26.15.5.
Driveways, Entrances and Exits
Entrances and exits from parking areas shall be at least 3 metres but not more
than 9 metres in perpendicular width at the street line and all required exit and
entrance approvals shall be obtained.
The number and placement of driveways shall be determined based on
approvals from the appropriate authority.
Maximum Entrances off a municipal roadway, per Zone:
Agricultural
2 entrances.
Commercial/Industrial/Institutional
2 entrances.
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Residential
1 entrance
Entrances and exits will be in accordance with Municipal, County or MTO Design
Standards and require an entrance permit.
The minimum distance between a driveway and an intersection of a street shall
be 7.5 metres.
The minimum angle of intersection between a driveway and a street line shall be
60 degrees.
The minimum distance between a driveway and an interior side property line
shall be 1 metre, except for a shared driveway which will have no minimum
3.26.15.6.
Tandem parking
Tandem parking spaces are permitted for additional residential units and
residential dwellings with three or less dwelling units.
3.27. Permitted Uses, One or More
Where 1 or more uses are listed as permitted in any zone, land may be used and
buildings may be erected and used thereon for 1 or more of the uses so permitted,
provided the requirements of this By-law are satisfied for each such use.
3.28. Planting Strips and Privacy Fences
3.28.1 A planting strip or privacy fence shall be provided:
a) on properties zoned residential high density (R3) or used for four or more dwelling
units where they abut lands used for single detached dwellings or vacant lands
zoned residential low density (R1).
b) on lands zoned or used for any commercial, agricultural commercial - industrial,
recreational commercial, trailer & tent park, or industrial purpose where the interior
side property line or rear property line abuts lands designated, zoned or used for
residential or open space purposes.
c) on lands upon which a residential use or community facility use is being newly
established where such lands abut an existing use that is not maintaining a
planting strip but would be required to do so if newly establishing.
3.28.2 In any site plan agreement under Section 40 of the Planning Act, the following
aspects shall be considered for planting strips and privacy fences: location, height,
porosity, materials, and finishing.
3.28.2.1 A required planting strip or privacy fence shall be installed and maintained by the
owner(s) of the land on which the planting strip or privacy fence is required.
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3.28.2.2 Such planting strip or privacy fence shall be contained within the zone or on the
lands for which it is a requirement, and shall run the entire length of the zone or property
line(s) separating it from the abutting zone or use which requires the planting strip. The
height and location of the planting shall not pose a traffic hazard.
3.28.2.3 A required privacy fence must be maintained at a minimum height of not less
than 1.8 metres and a maximum height of 2.2 metres and may be included as part of a
required yard.
3.28.2.4 A required planting strip shall have an ultimate width of 1.5 metres and may be
included as part of the required yard.
3.28.2.5 A required planting strip shall consist of a continuous planting of trees or shrubs,
established at a minimum of 1 metre and shall be maintained at an ultimate height of not
less than 1.5 metres.
3.29. Prohibited Uses
All uses, including the following uses, shall be prohibited unless otherwise provided for.
3.29.1.
Dangerous Uses
No land, building or structure, unless licensed, is permitted to be used for the
storage or manufacture of dangerous products for commercial or industrial
purposes.
3.29.2.
Derelict Motor Vehicles
Other than in a Salvage Yard (SY) Zone, no person shall use any property in any
zone for the parking or storage of any derelict motor vehicle except that such
vehicles may be stored inside a private garage.
3.29.3.
Livestock in Settlement Areas
The keeping of livestock in a settlement area is prohibited except at a veterinary
clinic or abattoir.
The regulations, restrictions and prohibitions of all the other applicable By-laws
continue to apply. 3.29.5. Mobile Homes
The location or use of a mobile home in any zone is prohibited unless specifically
provided for in that zone. The prohibition on mobile homes does not apply to a
mobile home utilized as an Additional Residential Unit (ARU) in any zone where
an ARU is permitted.
3.29.6.
Noxious Uses
No use shall be permitted within the Municipality which from its nature or the
material used therein is a noxious use.
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3.29.7.
Salvage Yards & Solid Waste Landfills
The use of any land or the erection or use of any building or structure for the
purposes of a salvage yards or solid waste landfill shall be prohibited in all zones
in a settlement area.
3.29.8.
Vending From a Vehicle
No lands, streets, or lanes in the Municipality shall be used by a portable food
outlet or for the sale of food, goods or wares from the confines of a motor vehicle
unless the necessary permission has been obtained from the Municipality.
3.29.9.
Exotic Animals
No person shall use a building, structure or land for the purpose of raising or
keeping reptiles or exotic animals within the Municipality except in compliance with
and where specifically permitted by all applicable By-laws regulating raising or
keeping reptiles or exotic animals.
3.30. Properties to Front on a Street
Unless otherwise specified by this by-law, a building or structure shall not be erected nor
any land, building, or structure used unless the property abuts or fronts on a street,
except in the Lakeshore Residential Settlement Area.
3.30.1
Plan of Subdivision
Lots in a registered plan of subdivision are deemed to meet the requirement to
front on a street where the agreement registered on title between the Municipality
and the subdivision developer provides for the use and development of lots in the
subdivision prior to the Municipality's assumption of the roads in the subdivision.
3.30.2.
Plan of Condominium
For a Plan of Condominium, only the development as a whole must front on a
street provided all the units within the condominium plan have legally enforceable
access to a street.
3.31. Property Enlargement
Where lands are severed and merged on title with an abutting property the zoning on the
abutting property shall automatically apply to the lands to be merged on title. This
provision applies only where a severance is granted for the purpose of minor lot
enlargement. As an administrative amendment, the appropriate Zone Map shall be
amended to reflect this zone change with such changes being permitted from time to time
without further public notice or Council approval. The resulting zone area and zone
coverage of the retained parcel is deemed to comply with the provisions of this Zoning
By-law.
3.32. Property Size from an Agricultural Severance
Where a new agricultural property is created by severance, conforms with the Official
Plan, and has a minimum zone area between 18 and 38 hectares, the said property is
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deemed to comply with the minimum zone area provisions of this By-law. This provision
applies to both the severed and retained properties.
3.33. Setbacks from an Abattoir, Residential
No residential dwelling shall be erected within 183 metres of an abattoir.
3.34. Setbacks of Buildings and Structures along Watercourses, Municipal Drains
and Conservation Authority Regulations
3.34.1.
Setbacks from a Closed Municipal Drain
No building or structure shall be erected closer to the centerline of a closed
municipal drain then:
within a settlement area: 4 metres
outside a settlement area: 7.5 metres
3.34.2.
Setback from an Open Municipal Drain or a Watercourse
No building or structure shall be erected closer than 10 metres to the top-of-bank
of an open municipal drain or a watercourse.
3.34.3.
Conservation Authority Regulations
No development is permitted on lands regulated by a local Conservation Authority
until it has been determined that the proposed development meets the
requirements of all applicable laws regulated by the pertinent Conservation
Authority (Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority or Upper Thames River
Conservation Authority)
(As amended by By-law 60-2020)
3.35. Livestock Facility or Manure Storage Facility Setbacks
Notwithstanding the above provisions to the contrary, no livestock facility or manure
storage facility shall be constructed except in compliance with the following minimum
setbacks.
Minimum Setback from:
To Livestock facility or Covered, Open, or
Earthen Manure Storage
Drilled Well
15 metres
Dug Well
30 metres
Municipal Well
100 metres
Watercourse
15 metres
Open or Closed Municipal Drain
15 metres
Field Tile
15 metres
3.36. Setback from Established Commercial Scale Wind Energy Facilities
No dwelling, hotel, motel, long-term care home, retirement home, hospital, campground,
school, or place of worship on a separately titled property shall be established closer to a
wind energy facility than the distance established in obtaining the Ministry of
Environment's Renewable Energy Approval.
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3.37. Setbacks for Commercial Scale Wind Energy Facilities
No commercial scale wind energy facilities shall be established within 1km of a
settlement area boundary. Setbacks to surrounding sensitive uses on separately titled
properties shall be established in obtaining a Renewable Energy Approval from the
Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.
3.38. Sight Triangle
No building, structure, fence, object or planting, in excess of 0.75 metres in height which
would obstruct the vision of drivers of motor vehicles shall be erected or placed in the
sight triangle with the exception of the Core Area Commercial (C4) Zone.
3.39. Stacking Lanes
3.39.1.
Car Wash
Every car wash shall be provided with a minimum of 3 vehicle waiting spaces
measuring 2.5 metres in width and 6 metres in length for each washing bay or 5
vehicle waiting spaces for an automatic car wash.
3.39.2.
Restaurant with Drive-through
Every restaurant with a drive-through shall provide a stacking lane with adequate
numbers of spaces to facilitate traffic movement. Drive through lanes shall
comply with the following:
a) no part of any drive through lane may be located within a parking area;
b) no part of any drive through lane may be located within a parking aisle;
c) drive through lanes shall not obstruct parking spaces and cannot affect
on-site circulation; and
d) drive through lanes shall have a minimum storage capacity of 10 vehicle
waiting spaces.
3.40. Surplus Farm Dwelling Severance
Where the County of Huron or its delegate has approved the severance of a surplus farm
dwelling the appropriate Zone Map in this by-law shall be amended to change the AG1
Zone to AG2 for the remnant farm parcel and AG4-29 for the small agricultural holding,
as applicable. These administrative amendments are permitted from time to time without
further public notice or Council approval.
3.41. Storage Containers, Accessory
a) Storage Containers may only be used for storage outside of a settlement area
unless specifically listed in the zone
b) A maximum of 3 storage containers shall be permitted
c) Storage containers may only be located to the rear or interior side yard of a main
building and not be visible from a street.
d) Storage containers must be located a minimum of 7.5 metres from all lot lines
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e) Storage on top of the storage container is prohibited.
f) Storage containers accessory to the main use shall be a maximum of 3 metres in
height.
g) Storage containers shall not be stacked
3.42. Swimming Pools
For the permitted location of pools on properties see General Provisions Accessory
Buildings, Structures and Uses provisions in Section 3.
The height of a swimming pool fence and other swimming pool characteristics shall be in
accordance with all provisions of the Swimming Pool By-laws of the Municipality.
3.43. Temporary Buildings and Uses
3.43.1 In all zones, the temporary use of land or a building or part thereof for a
construction office, tool shed, or for the storage of scaffolds, equipment and material
which is incidental to and necessary for construction work in progress is permitted for so
long as they are necessary for construction which has neither been finished nor
abandoned.
3.43.2 In all zones, the temporary use of land or a building or part thereof for a residential
development sales office is permitted where the property is subject to a development
agreement with the Municipality.
3.43.3 In all zones, the temporary use of an existing building on a site during the
construction of a building intended to replace such a building (replacement building) is
permitted provided that:
a) in no case may such existing building remain undemolished on the site for
longer than sixty days after the replacement building is ready in whole or in part for
occupancy, or two years after the date of issue of the building permit for the
replacement building, whichever comes first.
b) the minimum parking requirements for the use of the existing building on the site
continue to be provided on the site until the existing building is vacated.
3.44.
Through Property
Where a property, which is not a corner property, has frontage on 2 streets, the front yard
setback requirements shall apply on each street in accordance with the provisions of the
zone or zones in which such property is located. This setback provision does not apply to
a through property between a street and a lane.
3.45. Utility Services for the Public
3.45.1. The provisions of this By-law shall not apply to prevent the use of any land as a
street or to prevent the installation of public services and utilities such as water mains,
storm and sanitary sewers, gas distribution mains, railway lines, electrical substations
and transmission lines of 230 kv or less, pumping stations, flood and erosion control
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works, telephone and cable lines, radio and communication towers, roads, trails, and
accessory utility service buildings and structures provided that:
a) the approval of the Municipality has been obtained;
b) approval has been obtained under the Environmental Assessment Act, as
required;
c) no goods, material, or equipment shall be stored in the open in a Residential zone;
d) any excessive noise or fumes resulting from such utility service shall be mitigated
to reduce compliance issues with abutting residences.
3.45.2. Electric power facilities which are subject to the provisions of the Environmental
Assessment Act are permitted uses in all zones, and are not affected by the provisions of
this By-law. Electric power facilities which are not approved under the Environmental
Assessment Act are permitted uses in all zones and are subject to the provisions of Utility
Services for the Public provisions.
3.45.3. Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law, wind energy facilities are not
considered a utility service for the public.
3.46. Waste Disposal Sites, Restrictions around Active and Closed
No new building or structure, used for residential or livestock purposes shall be erected
within 500 metres from the perimeter of the fill area of any licensed waste disposal site or
any closed waste disposal site until it has been determined by a qualified professional to
the satisfaction of the Municipality that there will be no adverse off-site impacts. The
assessment of impacts shall include the presence of methane/leachate and the potential
for noise, odour, dust and litter complaints during operation.
If there is a licensed disposal site or a closed landfill site located in an adjacent
Municipality, similar provisions shall apply.
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Section 4
General Agriculture
AG1
4.
General Agriculture (AG1)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
4.1.
Permitted Uses
agricultural use, general
cannabis production facility
conservation
dwelling with supports
exploration, drilling for and production of oil and natural gas
forestry uses, not including commercial forestry processing uses
temporary wayside pit
uses accessory to the permitted uses
4.2.
Accessory Uses
Additional Residential Units (total of 2) with a maximum of one (1) within a
detached accessory building, or as a modular or mobile home
agri-tourism occupying a maximum of 2% of the lot area of which the uses are
located to a maximum of 1 hectare
anaerobic digester
bed and breakfast establishment (maximum of 4 guest rooms)
boarding, rooming or lodging house for on-farm labour, accessory to agriculture
commercial greenhouse operation less than 0.8 hectares covered by greenhouse
dwelling units for on-farm labour, accessory to agriculture, in a single building
containing a maximum of 6 dwelling units.
farm produce sales outlet
on-farm diversified uses
single detached dwelling, mobile home or converted dwelling which is either
accessory to an agricultural use, general or on a property of at least 21 hectares
storage container in accordance with the General Provisions
winery, farm
value added agricultural uses occupying a maximum of 2% of the lot area of
which the uses are located to a maximum of 1 hectare
4.3.
Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted and accessory uses;
more than 1 main building per property is permitted
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4.4.
Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum) 38 hectares; portions of the property zoned "Natural
Environment", and/or "Extractive Resources" may be
included in the calculation of zone area
Frontage (minimum)
150 metres
4.4.1.
Buildings and structures used for livestock and waste storage
For buildings and structures used for livestock, poultry and fur bearing animal
housing and waste storage, setbacks will be in accordance with the following
provisions or MDS requirements (whichever is greater):
Front yard (minimum) 60 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
30 metres
Interior side yard
(minimum)
30 metres
Exterior Side Yard
(minimum)
60 metres
4.4.2.
Other permitted buildings and structures
Front yard (minimum) 17 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Interior side yard
(minimum)
7.5 metres
Exterior side yard
(minimum)
17 metres
4.4.3 In addition, an Additional Residential Unit (ARU) in an accessory structure
must also:
be located at a maximum separation of 60 metres from the main
dwelling;
use the same laneway as the main dwelling;
comply with the front yard setback for the main dwelling; and
comply with the Minimum Distance Separation Formulae to barns on
separately titled lots.
In addition, dwelling units for on-farm labour must also:
be located at a maximum separation of 60 metres from the main dwelling
or if no main dwelling exists, a maximum separation of 60 metres from
the largest building (eg. livestock barn, greenhouse, etc);
use the same laneway as the dwelling and/or largest building; and
comply with Minimum Distance Separation Formulae to barns on
separately titled lots.
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4.7.
New Agricultural Holdings
Where an agricultural property is created by a consent granted under Section 53 of the
Planning Act it is deemed to comply with the minimum zone area, frontage, Minimum
Distance Separation, and yard provisions of this By-law. This provision applies to both
the severed and the retained parcels.
4.8.
Existing Agricultural Holdings
Where an existing lot developed for agricultural uses, exists on the date of passing of
this By-law, but does not meet the zone provisions with respect to minimum property
area and minimum frontage, the farm holding will be deemed to conform with the By-law
with respect to the minimum property area and minimum frontage provisions.
4.9.
Clearing of Areas
Clearing of areas is prohibited except in accordance with the Huron County Forest
Conservation By-law 38-2013, as amended.
4.10. Special Zones
4.10.1.
AG1 - 1
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Agriculture (AG1) Zone to the
contrary, the lands zoned AG1 - 1 may be used for a home industry accessory
to an agricultural use, in the absence of a single detached dwelling. A home
industry located on this property need not be clearly secondary to the main
residential use and may change the residential character of the dwelling. All
other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.2.
AG1 - 2 (as per By-law 41-2005)
The property zoned AG1 - 2 has a property area of 14 hectares (35 acres) and
has a lot frontage of 140 metres.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4.0 General Agriculture to the
contrary a single detached dwelling may be established as a permitted use on
the property zoned AG1 - 2.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4.0 General Agriculture to the
contrary the following uses are permitted on the property zoned AG1-2:
4.10.2.1.
Permitted Uses:
agricultural industrial establishment
agricultural processing establishment
agricultural service establishment
agricultural supply establishment
anaerobic digester
bulk sales establishment
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commercial greenhouse operation greater than 0.8 hectares covered
by greenhouse
rural winery
temporary wayside pit
transport terminal or yard
uses accessory to the permitted uses
4.10.2.2.
Accessory Uses
Home industry
Home occupation
Seasonal worker housing
Second unit within existing single detached dwelling
Single detached dwelling or mobile home accessory to an agricultural
commercial industrial use
Storage container in accordance with General Provisions Section.
Notwithstanding Section 4.0 General Industrial Yard Requirements, buildings
and structures including those for livestock, poultry and fur-bearing animal
housing and waste storage may be established no closer than 70 metres from
the ER1 zone on North Part Lot 25, Concession 8.
Buildings and structures used for livestock, poultry and fur-bearing animal
housing and waste storage may be established with a minimum side yard depth
of 30 metres from the southerly property line.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.3.
AG1 - 3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the area zoned as
AG1 - 3 may be used as a home occupation for the retail and repair of sporting
goods and hunting equipment, including firearms. Not more than the equivalent
of 2 employees other than family can be employed therein on a full-time basis,
and not more than 93 sq. m. (1,000 sq. ft.) of the dwelling's gross floor area can
be used for the home occupation. All other provisions of this By-law that
regulate a home occupation shall apply. All other provisions of this By-law shall
apply.
4.10.4.
AG1 - 4
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the area zoned
AG1 - 4 may not be used for an accessory single detached dwelling. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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4.10.5.
AG1 - 5
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary to the contrary, the
area zoned AG1 - 5 may be used by a contractor involved with the transporting
of gravel. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.6.
AG1 - 6
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, to the contrary, the
area zoned AG1 - 6 may be used for a pit or quarry subject to the provisions of
the Extractive Resources (ER1) zone. All other provisions of this By-law shall
apply.
4.10.7.
AG1 - 7
Notwithstanding the zone provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the following
special provisions shall apply to the property zoned AG1 - 7.
Property area (minimum)
9.7 hectares
Property frontage (minimum)
100 metres
Side yard depth - livestock buildings
(minimum)
18 metres
Side yard depth - other buildings
(minimum)
6 metres
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.8.
AG1 - 8
Made redundant as a result of consent B37-14.
4.10.9.
AG1 - 9
Made redundant as a result of consent B37-14.
4.10.10. AG1 - 10
Notwithstanding the zone provisions Section 4 to the contrary, the following
shall apply to the property zoned AG1 - 10:
Property area (minimum)
18 hectares
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.11. AG1 - 11
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary the following special
provisions apply to the property zoned AG1 - 11:
A single detached dwelling is permitted as a main use.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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4.10.12. AG1 - 12
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the minimum
property area on the property zoned AG1 - 12 shall be 10.5 hectares (26
acres). The areas of the property zoned NE1 shall be included in the calculation
of property area.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the housing of
livestock on the property zoned AG1 - 12 shall conform with the provisions of
the Agricultural Small Holding (AG4) zone.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the existing
buildings on the property zoned AG1 - 12 shall be deemed to comply with all
relevant zone provisions. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.13. AG1 - 13
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the following
special provision recognizes a minimum property area of 10.7 hectares (26.42
acres). Property zoned AG1 - 13 is deemed to comply with all zone provisions
of this by-law. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.14. AG1 - 14
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, a single detached
dwelling is permitted accessory to a salvage yard provided that the salvage
yard is located on the same property as the AG1 - 14 zone. All other provisions
of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.15. AG1 - 15(Removed)
4.10.16. AG1 - 16
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the property zoned
AG1 - 16 may include 2 residences. All other provisions of this By-law shall
apply.
4.10.17. AG1 - 17
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4.2 to the contrary a single detached
dwelling may be established as a permitted use on the property zoned AG1 -
17. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.18. AG1 - 18
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the area zoned
AG1 - 18 may be used for a sanitation transport business. All other provisions
of this By-law shall apply.
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4.10.19. AG1 - 19
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the area zoned
AG1 - 19 may be used for agricultural or accessory structures. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.20
AG1 - 20
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary the following special
provisions apply to the property zoned AG1 - 20:
Property area (minimum)
17.5 hectares
Property frontage (minimum)
15 metres
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.21. AG1 - 21
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, the minimum property area for
the property zoned AG1 - 21 is 16 hectares. All other provisions of this By-law
shall apply.
4.10.22. AG1 - 22
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the minimum lot
frontage shall be 20.1 metres (66 feet) and the minimum lot area shall be 24.68
hectares (61 acres), for the lands zoned AG1 - 22. The location of the existing
frame garage located to the rear of the property is deemed to comply with the
setback provisions of this By-law. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
4.10.23. AG1 - 23
Notwithstanding the other AG1 zone provisions to the contrary, the area zoned
AG1-23 may not be used for new buildings, except where such buildings are in
conformity with the Conservation Authority's floodproofing standards or are
located at a higher elevation than the regional storm level of 180.7 metres.
Notwithstanding the other AG1 zone provisions to the contrary, the area zoned
AG1-23 may not be used for exploration, drilling for and production of oil and
natural gas.
4.10.24. AG1 - 24
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 4 to the contrary, the minimum
property area for the property zoned AG1-24 if 18 hectares. This minimum
includes lands zoned Natural Environment. All other provisions of the By-law
shall apply (As amended by By-law No. 40 - 2019)
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4.10.25. AG1 - 25
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, the lands zoned AG1-25 may
also be used for an agricultural storage shed containing an accessory dwelling
unit and office related to the agricultural operation. All other provisions of the
By-law shall apply (As amended by By-law No. 05-2021)
4.10.26
AG1-26 (As amended by By-law 70-2022)
The area zoned AG1-26 may also be used for five (5) permanent dwelling units for
farm employees in addition to the other permitted AG1 uses and structures.
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Section 5
Restricted Agriculture
AG2
5.
Restricted Agriculture (AG2)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
5.1
Permitted Uses
agricultural use, general; excluding new residential dwellings
cannabis production facility
conservation
exploration, drilling for and production of oil and natural gas
forestry uses, not including commercial forestry processing uses
temporary wayside pit required by road authority
uses accessory to the permitted uses (residence is prohibited)
5.2.
Accessory Uses
anaerobic digester
commercial greenhouse operation less than 0.8 hectares covered by greenhouse
farm produce sales outlet
farm winery
storage containers (in accordance with the General Provisions for Accessory
Storage Containers)
5.3.
Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
other buildings and structures, not including residences, accessory to the
permitted uses
more than 1 main building per property is permitted
5.4.
Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum) 38 hectares; portions of the property zoned "Natural
Environment", and/or "Extractive Resources" may be
included in the calculation of zone area
Frontage (minimum)
150 metres
5.5.
Yard Requirements
For buildings and structures used for livestock, poultry and fur bearing animal
housing and waste storage, setbacks will be in accordance with the following
provisions or MDS requirements (whichever is greater).
Front yard (minimum) 60 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
30 metres
Interior side yard
(minimum)
30 metres
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Exterior Side Yard
(minimum)
60 metres
Other permitted buildings and structures, and accessory structures:
Front yard (minimum) 17 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Interior side yard
(minimum)
7.5 metres
Exterior side yard
(minimum)
17 metres
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned AG2 the minimum
property size and property frontage shall be:
a) as it existed on the date of the passing of this by-law.
b) or as it existed upon final approval of consent granted under Section 53 of the
Planning Act.
5.6.
Farm Parcel from a Surplus Farm Residence Severance
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary, where an agricultural property is created
by a consent granted under Section 53 of the Planning Act and is zoned Restricted
Agriculture (AG2) it is deemed to comply with the minimum zone area, minimum
distance separation, and zone and yard provisions of this By-law, provided that existing
uses and buildings have been legally established. A residence is prohibited from being
constructed on lands zoned Restricted Agriculture (AG2).
5.7.
Minimum Distance Separation
5.7.1.
Livestock Housing
Notwithstanding any yard and setback requirement of this by-law to the
contrary, no livestock housing facility shall be established or enlarged unless it
complies with the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae.
5.7.2.
For Closed or Inactive Cemeteries
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, for the
purposes of calculating MDS II for a first or expanding livestock facility,
cemeteries located within an CF Zone shall be treated as a Type A land use.
5.7.3.
Residential
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, no
residential, community facility, commercial, industrial or recreational building or
structure, located on a separate lot shall be established unless it complies with
the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae.
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Agricultural Commercial Industrial
AG3
6.
Agricultural Commercial-Industrial (AG3)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
6.1.
Permitted Uses
an agricultural industrial establishment
an agricultural processing establishment
an agricultural service establishment
an agricultural supply establishment
an anaerobic digester
a bulk sales establishment
cannabis production facility
commercial greenhouse operation greater than 0.8 hectares covered by
greenhouse
rural winery
temporary wayside pit
a transport terminal or yard
uses accessory to the permitted uses
6.2.
Accessory Uses
agri-tourism uses over 1 hectare
home industry
home occupation
dwelling units for on-farm labour, accessory to agriculture, in a single building
containing a maximum of 6 dwelling units as per the AG1 zone's on-farm labour
provisions
single detached dwelling or mobile home accessory to an agricultural commercial
industrial use
single detached dwelling or converted dwelling accessory to an agricultural use,
general.
storage containers in accordance with general provisions
value added agriculture uses over 1 hectare
6.3.
Permitted Structures
accessory dwelling unit or a mobile home detached from or part of the non-
residential structure;
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
6.4.
Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum)
4000 square metres
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Frontage (minimum)
30 metres
Front yard (minimum)
20 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
15 metres or ½ of the building height,
whichever is greater
Exterior side yard (minimum)
20 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
30%
6.5.
Zone Provisions for Accessory Residential Uses
Property area (this area is required in addition to the minimum property area for an AG3
use):
detached residence: 700 square metres
attached dwelling unit: 350 square metres
6.6.
Zone Provisions for Accessory Storage Containers
A maximum of 3 storage containers shall be permitted
Storage containers may only be located to the rear or interior side yard of a main
building and not be visible from a street. Storage containers are not permitted in
a front yard.
Storage containers must be located a minimum of 7.5 metres from all lot lines
Storage containers accessory to the main use shall be a maximum of 3 metres in
height. Storage containers shall not be stacked.
6.8.
Buffer Strip
Notwithstanding the General Provisions Planting Strep Section a buffer strip of
landscaped open space, 5 metres wide, shall be provided between storage and/or
display area and side and/or rear property lines. Where an AG3 Zone abuts an AG1or
AG2 Zone, the required buffer strip need not be landscaped.
6.9.
Property Abutting a Railway
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, along that portion of
any property line which abuts a railway right-of-way, no interior side or rear yard shall be
required.
6.10. Special Zones
6.10.1.
AG3 - 1
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6.0 Agricultural Commercial Industrial
(AG3) to the contrary, the area zoned AG3 - 1 may only permit the following
uses: An agricultural industrial establishment, an agricultural service
establishment and an agricultural supply establishment.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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6.10.2.
AG3 - 2
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6.0 Agricultural Commercial Industrial
(AG3) to the contrary, the property zoned AG3 - 2 is permitted a second
accessory residence. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
6.10.3.
AG3 - 3
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6.0 Agricultural Commercial Industrial
(AG3) to the contrary, the area zoned AG3 - 3 may also permit a woodworking
shop. All other provisions of the By-law shall apply.
6.10.4.
AG3 - 4
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6.0 Agricultural Commercial Industrial
(AG3) to the contrary, the permitted uses of the property zoned AG3 - 4 shall
be limited to a truck transport facility used for the transporting of agricultural
produce or goods necessary for agricultural production. All other provisions of
this By-law shall apply.
6.10.5.
AG3 - 5
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6.0 Agricultural Commercial Industrial
(AG3) to the contrary, the following shall apply to the property zoned AG3 - 5:
Rear yard (minimum)
3 metres
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
6.10.6.
AG3 - 6
Notwithstanding the Provisions of the Agricultural Commercial-Industrial (AG3)
Zone to the contrary, the maximum zone coverage of the property zoned AG3 -
6 shall not exceed 12%. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
6.10.7.
AG3 - 7
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Commercial-Industrial (AG3)
Zone to the contrary, the following uses only are permitted in the AG3-7 zone:
Wine processing facility or facilities in accordance with Estate Winery
definition;
Commercial event kitchen and related dining area;
On-site restaurant and dining facility;
Wine retail and tasting showrooms;
Overflow parking of 200 spaces in partnership with the Huron Country
Playhouse, in addition to the 60 main parking spaces and 6 bus parking
spaces required for the winery;
Agricultural implement storage facility or facilities;
Winery event centre able to accommodate up to 300 people (for
example, business meetings, staff gatherings, wine tasting events,
weddings, banquets and conferences);
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AG3
All agricultural uses permitted in the General Agriculture zone (AG1);
Agricultural industrial, processing, service and supply and bulk sales
uses permitted in the AG3 zone, provided that they are accessory to the
production of crops and wine products and minimize the amount of
productive agricultural land consumed by clustering buildings and not
exceeding a total of 10% property coverage. In this case property
coverage includes buildings, accessory structures, roads and parking
areas, but excludes areas planted in vines;
Buildings and structures accessory to the estate winery use.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Commercial-Industrial (AG3)
Zone, the following provisions apply to the AG3-7 zone:
Maximum retail area of 650 sq. m., including lobby area;
Minimum vine planting area of 6 hectares;
Accessory structures are permitted in front yard, with minimum setback
from the front property line of 18 metres;
No height restrictions for buildings or structures;
Where not otherwise prescribed, AG3 zone provisions apply to the AG3-
7 zone.
6.10.8
AG3-8
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned AG3-8,
seasonal worker housing may be built on a permanent platform and occupied
on a year round basis. In addition, the maximum zone coverage in the AG3-8
zone is 40%. All other provisions of By-law No. 69-2018 shall apply. (As
amended by By-law 59-2020)
6.10.9
AG3-9-H
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned AG3-9, no
residential dwelling shall be erected within 60 metres of an abattoir located on
the same property.
The -H holding zone symbol attached to the AG3-9 zoned lands may be
removed once all Municipal conditions related to the associated severance
application for those lands have been met. (As amended by By-law 50-2022)
6.10.10
AG3-10
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, an accessory retail use with a
maximum floor area equal to 10% of the floor area of the entire building is
permitted. (As amended by By-law 30-2023)
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Agricultural Small Holding
AG4
7.
Agricultural Small Holding (AG4)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
7.1.
Permitted Uses
dwelling with supports in a single detached dwelling
single detached dwelling, including a mobile home
temporary wayside pit
uses accessory to the permitted uses
7.2.
Accessory Uses
Additional Residential Unit (maximum of 1)
agricultural use, limited
bed and breakfast establishment (maximum of 4 guest rooms)
farm produce sales outlet
home industry
home occupation
livestock use
uses accessory to the permitted uses
7.3.
Permitted Structures
1 Additional Residential Unit within or attached to main dwelling, within a
detached accessory building not containing livestock, or as a modular or mobile
home
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
7.4.
Zone Provisions
Zone area
Minimum: 4000 sq. m.
Maximum: 4 hectares
Frontage (minimum)
23 metres
Front yard (minimum)
17 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
5 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
17 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
30 %
Building height (maximum)
14 metres
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AG4
7.5.
Accessory Structures
7.5.1.
Accessory Structure Containing Livestock - or manure
Notwithstanding any provision of this by-law to the contrary, an accessory building
containing livestock may be established subject to the following:
Front Yard (minimum): 17 metres
Exterior Side Yard (minimum): 17 metres
Interior Side Yard (minimum): 10 metres
Rear Yard (minimum): 10 metres
Building height (maximum): 10 metres
Must be located in rear or interior side yard.
Minimum Distance Separation Formula. Where the yard setbacks as required
by MDS are not the same as above, the larger of the two setbacks applies.
7.5.2.
Accessory Structure containing Additional Residential Unit
A single Additional Residential Unit is permitted within an accessory building
provided the accessory building:
is located a maximum distance of 60 metres measured from the main
dwelling;
is located to the rear or in the interior side yard of the main dwelling;
uses the same laneway as the main dwelling; and
Complies with the AG4 main building setbacks.
7.5.3.
General Accessory Structures (Not Containing Livestock or Additional
Residential Unit)
Nothwithstanding any provision of this by-law to the contrary, a general accessory
structure may be established subject to the AG4 main building minimum side yard
and rear yard setbacks, and must be established no closer to the front property line
than the main building.
7.6.
Minimum Separation Distance (Residential)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law to the contrary, no residential,
community facility, commercial, industrial or recreational building or structure, located
on a separate lot shall be established unless it complies with the Minimum Distance
Separation (MDS) Formulae.
7.7.
Special Zones
7.7.1.
AG4 - 1
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Small Holding Zone to the
contrary, the minimum side yard requirement for lands zoned AG4 - 1 shall be
3 metres.
For the purpose of lands zoned AG4 - 1, an animal kennel shall not be
considered a permitted home industrial use.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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7.7.2.
AG4 - 2
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Small Holding Zone and
Section 3.29.3 (Livestock in Settlement Areas) to the contrary, no more than 4
Nutrient Units are permitted on lands zoned AG4 - 2. These lands are located
within the area known locally as Elimville (Part Lot 10, Concession 7, Usborne);
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Small Holding Zone to the
contrary, the minimum front yard requirement for lands zoned AG4 - 2 shall be
7.5 metres;
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Small Holding Zone to the
contrary, the minimum side yard requirement for lands zoned AG4 - 2 shall be
3 metres;
For the purposes of lands zoned AG4 - 2, an animal kennel shall not be
considered a home industrial use;
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.3.
AG4 - 3
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Small Holding Zone to the
contrary, the lot area minimum for the property zoned AG4 - 3 is .75 hectares
(1.85 acres). All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.4.
AG4 - 4
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Small Holding Zone, the
minimum distance to the nearest livestock barn is 170 metres. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.5.
AG4 - 5
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Small Holding Zone to the
contrary, the minimum side yard setback for any part of a single detached
dwelling from the north lot line is 22 metres on the property zoned AG4 - 5. All
other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.6.
AG4 - 6
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Small Holding Zone to the
contrary, the area zoned AG4 - 6 may be used for a drive-in restaurant,
restaurant and tavern, subject to the following special provisions:
a) The existing on-site parking is deemed to comply with the provisions of
this By-law.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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Section 7
Agricultural Small Holding
AG4
7.7.7.
AG4 - 7
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agricultural Small Holding (AG4)
Zone to the contrary, the area zoned AG4 - 7 may be used in conformity with
Recreational Commercial (RC3) Zone and Huron County Playhouse (RC4)
Zone providing that the front yard minimum is 29 metres. All other provisions of
this By-law shall apply.
7.7.8.
AG4 - 8
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agricultural Small Holding (AG4)
Zone to the contrary, the property zoned AG4 - 8 shall have the following
special provisions:
Property frontage (minimum)
20 metres
Side yard (minimum)
on one side: 1 metre,
on the other side: 5 metres
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.9.
AG4 - 9
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Small Holding Zone to the
contrary, the following special provisions apply to the property zoned AG4 - 9:
a) Minimum property area - 6 hectares (14.8 acres)
b) Hobby Livestock Operation - an accessory building including a
barn, not to include hogs, may be established subject to the
following table:
Property size (minimum)
1.6+ hectares
Number of permitted nutrient units (maximum)
4
Minimum distance separation required from the barn
to the nearest residential, commercial, institutional
building or structure excluding uses within the same
ownership and same zone
80 metres
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.10.
AG4 - 10
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agricultural Zones, the following special
provisions pertain to the property zoned AG4 - 10:
a) Maximum property area: 10.5 hectares (25.9 acres)
b) An accessory building including a barn, may be established subject
to the following:
c) The establishment of such structure shall conform with the
provisions of this By-law.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.11.
AG4 - 11
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Agriculture Small Holding zone to the
contrary, the following special provisions apply to the property zoned AG4 - 11:
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a) Hobby Livestock Operation - an accessory building including a
barn may be established subject to the following table:
Property size (minimum)
1.6 hectares
Minimum required separation distance from the barn
to the nearest residential, commercial, institutional
building or structure excluding uses within the same
ownership and the same zone
80 metres
b) The AG4 - 11 zone permits the indoor storage of feeds and
concentrates in existing buildings and the accessory mixing of a
vitamin mineral premix in conformity with the home industry
provisions.
All other provisions of this By-law shall comply.
7.7.12.
AG4 - 12
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agricultural Small Holding (AG4)
Zone the following special provisions pertain to the property zoned AG4 - 12:
a) Property area (maximum): 4.9 hectares
b) An accessory building including a barn may be established subject to the
following:
c) The establishment of such structure shall conform with the 3.17.
Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Provisions of Section 7.5
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.13.
AG4 - 13
Further to the provisions of Section 7 Agricultural Small Holding (AG4) Zone the
housing of livestock on the property zoned AG4-13 is not permitted. The
existing barn shall be retained for storage purposes only in conformity with the
provisions of Section 7 Agriculture Small Holding (AG4) Zone. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.14.
AG4 - 14
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agricultural Small Holding (AG4)
Zone, the following special provisions pertain to the property zoned AG4-14:
a) Property area (maximum): 20 hectares
b) Property area (minimum): the area of the subject property at the date of
the adoption of this bylaw
c) Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the
following additional use is permitted on the property zoned AG4 - 14:
i.
an existing business consisting of assembly, distribution and retail
of furniture and related products;
d) The total area of non-residential buildings shall not exceed 3,000 square
metres
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All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.15.
AG4 - 15
See By-law 13-1990.
7.7.16.
AG4 - 16
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agriculture Small Holding (AG4)
Zone to the contrary the following special provisions apply to the property
zoned AG4 - 16:
a) Property area (maximum): 20.23 ha (50 ac) including the area zoned
"Natural Environment"
b) Property area (minimum): 20.23 ha (50 ac) including the area zoned
"Natural Environment"
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.17.
AG4 - 17
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agriculture Small Holding (AG4)
Zone to the contrary, the following special provisions apply to the property
zoned AG4 - 17:
a) Property area (maximum): 10.05 hectares (25 acres)
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.18.
AG4 - 18
The buildings and structures on the property zoned AG4-18 are considered to
be legal non-complying as of the date of passing of this By-law. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.19.
AG4 - 19
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary, a farm produce
sales outlet is a permitted use subject to the zone provisions of Section 7
Agriculture Small Holding (AG4) Zone.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agriculture Small Holding (AG4)
Zone to the contrary, the minimum separation between the proposed residence
and the nearest livestock barn shall be 350 metres.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.20.
AG4 - 20
The General Provisions regarding legal non-complying uses shall apply except
that the operative date for the purpose of legal establishment shall be the date
before the passing of the amending by-law which establishes the AG4 - 20
zone. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.21.
AG4 - 21
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agriculture Small Holding (AG4)
Zone to the contrary, 2 single detached dwellings are permitted on the property
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zoned AG4 - 21. One of these may be used as a dwelling with supports. The
provisions of General Provisions Non-Complying Properties shall apply as of
the date of passing of this amending by-law.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.22.
AG4 - 22
Notwithstanding Section 7 Agriculture Small Holding (AG4) Zone to the
contrary, the area zoned AG4 - 22 may, in addition to the permitted home
industrial uses, be used for a trucking business, provided that:
a) Not more than 4 persons, other than the owners, are employed therein
on a full-time basis;
b) The area used for the trucking business shall be no greater than 40 % of
the 557 square metres (6000 sq. ft.) accessory structure;
c) Trucks may be parked outside in a designated parking area that is
visually screened from the rear property line of the property legally-
described as S. Pt. Lot 3, Concession 1;
d) The property shall not have an area less than 1.8 hectares in size;
e) All other provisions of this by-law that regulate a home industry shall
apply.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.23.
AG4 - 23
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agriculture Small Holding (AG4), an
animal boarding kennel may be operated on the property zoned AG4 - 23 as a
home industry in an accessory structure with a total floor area of 155 square
metres. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.24.
AG4 - 24
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agriculture Small Holding (AG4)
Zone to the contrary, an accessory structure is permitted on the property zoned
AG4 - 24 with the following provisions:
a) Front yard (minimum): 57 metres
b) Notwithstanding Section 3.2 Accessory Buildings and Structures to the
contrary, an accessory structure can be built in the front yard, provided
that a structure is not directly in front of any part of the existing dwelling.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
7.7.25.
AG4 - 25
Notwithstanding the provisions of Agriculture Small Holding (AG4) to the
contrary, the minimum required separation distance on the lands zoned AG4 -
25 from the residence to the nearest livestock operation is 210 metres. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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7.7.26.
AG4 - 26
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7 Agriculture Small Holding (AG4) to
the contrary, the area zoned AG4 - 26 may, in addition to the permitted home
industry uses, be used for a trucking business, provided that:
a) Not more than 4 persons, other than the owner, are employed therein on a full-
time basis;
b) Not more than 8 trucks be operated from and parked on the property at one time;
c) Trucks must be parked in an accessory building or in a designated parking area
at the rear of the property zoned AG4 - 26.
d) The designated parking area shall be visually screened by a structure, planting
strip or a fence in such a way that parked trucks or employee vehicles are
visually screened from the road and neighbouring properties;
The property shall not have an area less than 1.85 hectares;
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
7.7.27.
AG4 - 27
Notwithstanding General Provisions Accessory Buildings and Structures to the
contrary, 1 accessory structure with a maximum floor area of 223 square
metres is permitted to be built in the front yard, provided that the structure is not
directly in front of any part of the dwelling. All other provisions of this by-law
shall apply.
7.7.28.
AG4 - 28 (per by-law 65-2015)
Notwithstanding the Agricultural Small Holding (AG4) Zone to the contrary the
following provisions apply in the AG4-28 zone:
Minimum side yard: 15 metres on the west side yard of this property
7.7.29.
AG4 - 29 Residential Parcel from a Surplus Farm Residence Severance
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned AG4-29 both
the property and any legally established existing buildings are deemed to
comply with the AG4 zone provisions and the minimum distance separation
requirements of this By-law.
7.7.30.
AG4 - 30 (As amended by By-law 81-2019)
Notwithstanding any provisions of Section 3.2.6 Servicing to the contrary, lands
zoned AG4-30 are permitted one accessory structure with plumbing that also
services a washroom, shop sink and drinking fountain. All other provisions of
this By-law shall apply.
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Section 8 - Airport Lands - Essential Facilities
AL1
8.
Airport Lands - Essential Facilities (AL1)
8.1.
Uses
aircraft runways and taxiways;
aircraft tie-down areas;
aircraft navigational equipment and infrastructure;
aircraft control tower;
aircraft fuel stations;
aircraft hangars, aerodromes and terminals;
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
8.2.
Structures
buildings and structures for permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to a permitted use
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AL2
9.
Airport Lands - Airport Related Uses (AL2)
9.1.
Permitted Uses
aircraft control tower;
aircraft fuel stations;
aircraft hangars, aerodromes and terminals;
aircraft maintenance facilities;
aircraft museum and/or aircraft display;
aircraft navigational equipment and infrastructure;
aircraft runways and taxiways;
aircraft tie-down areas;
airport related commercial facilities;
airport related service-facilities;
airport-related industrial facilities, including warehousing;
airport-related restaurant and/or club house;
airport-related vehicle rental and leasing;
broadcasting office and infrastructure;
commercial and/or industrial uses that rely on aviation such as: crop duster,
air taxi, air shipping, helicopter rides, recreational flights, and aerial
photographers;
conservation uses and related passive recreation;
flight school;
parking lot;
uses accessory to the permitted uses, including an accessory business office.
9.2.
Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
9.3.
Zone Provisions
9.3.1.
Yards (minimum)
No building or structure will be located closer than 10 metres from any property
line.
9.4.
Building Provisions
9.4.1.
Building Height (maximum)
For airport-related uses permitted in the AL2 zone, no building or structure may
be higher than a height calculated based on the ratio of 1:7 from the side
perimeter of an AL1 zone. (That is, for every 7 metres calculated at a right
angle to the plane of the AL1 zone, building or structure height may be
increased by 1 metre).
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AL2
9.4.2.
Number of Structures per Lot
Notwithstanding the provisions of this by-law to the contrary, more than 1
building or structure is allowed per property.
9.5.
Accessory Residential Use Provisions
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Airport Lands Airport Related Uses Zone (AL2)
Zone to the contrary, 1 existing dwelling may be allowed as an accessory use in the
AL2 zone. Only 1 accessory residential unit is allowed in the zoned area.
9.6.
Off Street Parking
All parking facilities shall be located off street.
9.7.
Open Storage
No open storage will be allowed in any yard.
9.8.
Special Zones
9.8.1
AL2-1 Zone
(As per By-law 36-1998)
Permitted Uses
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, within the area
zoned AL2-1 the following uses are permitted:
All uses permitted in the AL2 zone;
Recreational parachuting facilities and activities, including a clubhouse and
training facilities, as well as equipment storage and repair facilities;
Motor vehicle racing facilities, including race tracks, drag strips, spectator
seating, vehicle storage, servicing and testing facilities;
Motor vehicle sales, rental, service and repair establishments, including an
automotive sales and service establishment, and establishments for the sales,
rental, service and repair of off-road and recreational vehicles;
Restaurants, including drive-in restaurants, and accessory retail outlets for the
sale of personal convenience items and supplies;
Places of entertainment, including outdoor public entertainment facilities and an
assembly hall;
Camping facilities for the overnight accommodation of participants and spectators
on a short-term basis, utilizing tents, travel trailers, motor homes or other similar
transportable accommodation;
Sports fields and outdoor active recreation uses;
Uses accessory to the permitted uses.
Permitted Structures
Buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
Buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
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Zone Provisions
Unless stated otherwise, all zone provisions for the AL2 zone shall also apply in the
AL2-1 zone;
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law, within the AL2-1 zone there
shall be no minimum yard requirements for buildings and structures in existence
on the date of passing of this by-law;
Within the AL2-1 zone the minimum yard depth in any yard shall be 4.5 metres
for new buildings and structures;
The area for a camping space shall be not less than 55.0 square metres;
Open storage is permitted in any yard within the AL2-1 zone for goods, materials
and equipment accessory to permitted uses;
All activities within the AL2-1 zone shall be in compliance with the Township
Noise By-law; and shall be in compliance with any required approval from the
Ministry of Environment;
The lands zoned AL2-1 are subject to site plan control, the completion of a
development agreement and all other requirements of the Municipality of South
Huron;
The use of jet vehicles shall be limited to 3 weekend events per year.
9.8.2 AL2-2 Zone
(As per By-law 76-2022)
In addition to the uses permitted by the Airport Lands - Airport Related Uses (AL2)
zone, in the area zoned AL2-2, a "commercial storage warehouse (rental units)" is a
permitted use with the required minimum number of parking spaces calculated at 1
space per 500 square metres of total floor area. In addition, the property is not required
to abut or front on a street.
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Section 10 - Highway Commercial
C3
10.
Highway Commercial (C3)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
10.1. Permitted Uses
agricultural service establishment
agricultural supply establishment
amusement arcade
animal and poultry health and breeding clinic
artist, dance, exercise, music and/or photography studio
assembly hall
auction sale facility excluding the sale of livestock
auto body shop
automated bank machine
bake shop
bed and breakfast establishment (maximum of 4 guest rooms)
bottle return depot
brewers retail store
brewing establishment
business or professional office
bus depot
car wash establishment
catalogue store
commercial storage warehouse (rental units)
contractor's shop
convenience store
converted dwelling
drive-in theatre
drive-through restaurant
equipment and tool sales and rental establishment
farm produce sales outlet
farmers market
fast food outlet
fast food service restaurant
financial service or institution
flea market
funeral home/crematorium
gasoline station
greenhouse, commercial
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grocery store
dwelling with supports, in an existing single detached dwelling
hardware store
health club and/or spa
home improvement centre
home occupation in any permitted dwelling
hotel and/or boutique hotel
landscaping and garden supply establishment
laundromat or dry cleaning establishment
liquor store
manufacturing and/or processing of a product intended for retail sale on the
premises such as a back shop, printing shop, customer woodworking shop,
dressmaking shop, tailor shop, or similar use establishment
marine supply and service establishment
meeting and/or assembly hall
miniature golf course
motel
motor vehicle repair shop
motor vehicle rust proofing establishment
motor vehicle sales and/or service establishment
parking garage
parking lot
place of entertainment
printing establishment
private club
public park or urban square
recreational vehicle sales and service establishment (includes motorcycles, boats
and snowmobiles)
refillable propane exchange program
religious institution
research facility
restaurant
retail store with individual gross floor area in excess of 700 square metres
service and repair shop
small engine sales and service establishment
small equipment rental and sales establishment
sports and recreation facility
storage containers in accordance with General Provisions
take-out restaurant
tavern
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the following uses and buildings lawfully existing on the date of the passing of
this By-law:
single detached dwelling, and the re-establishment of same in the event of
accidental destruction
rowhouse dwelling
financial service
buildings and structures accessory to the foregoing uses
legally established buildings accessory to a single detached dwelling
tire sales establishment
travel agency
veterinary clinic
vocational training
uses accessory to the permitted use, including an automated bank machine, a
refillable propane exchange program, wholesale, warehouse, or second unit in a
single detached dwelling.
10.1.1 Notwithstanding the foregoing list of permitted uses, C3 lands shall not contain
more than two units or uses per parcel of land to be developed. A unit or use is defined
as a separate tenant or business which is operated independently from another tenant
or business on the same parcel; a unit or use may contain one or more "permitted uses"
provided such grouping of uses is operated together as a single business or tenant; a
parcel of land to be developed is defined as one or more lots which are used or
intended to be used as a single development.
10.2. Permitted Structures
Buildings and structures for the permitted uses
Buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses
10.3. Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum)
1000 square metres
Property frontage (minimum)
30 metres
Front yard (minimum)
In settlement area: 7 metres
Outside settlement area: 20 metres
Side yard (minimum)
In settlement area:
Interior: 3 metres
Exterior: 8 metres
In rural area:
Interior: 4.5 metres
Exterior: 20 metres
Where interior side yard abuts a
Residential zone: 7.5 metres
Rear yard setback (minimum)
6 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
In settlement area: 50 %
Outside settlement area: 20 %
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Building height (maximum)
14 metres
Landscaped open space (minimum)
10 %
On a corner lot, side yard requirements may be used instead of rear yard
requirements.
10.4. General Commercial Provisions
10.4.1.
Minimum Separation of Commercial Buildings from Residential Zones
No part of any commercial building shall be located within 6 metres of any
residential zone, provided however, that this requirement shall not apply to a
commercial building lawfully existing on the day of the passing of this By-law.
10.4.2.
Outside Storage and Display
Open storage of raw materials is not permitted, however, open storage or areas
for the display of finished goods, produce or nursery stock is permitted in C3,
C4, C5, C6, C8 zones within the boundaries of the property provided that such
areas or materials are located to the rear of the front property line and 3 metres
from any side or rear property line. Sale of finished goods permitted in the front
of buildings in the C4 zone provided there is no obstruction to the sidewalk.
10.4.3.
Planting Strips
Planting strips shall be provided on lands zoned or used for any commercial
purpose, including parking areas serving a commercial use, where they abut
lands zoned or used for residential, institutional or open space purposes.
10.5. Provisions for Accessory Dwellings, Residential Uses and Uses Accessory
to Residential Uses where Permitted
Front yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Side yards (minimum)
1.2 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
1.2 metres
Property coverage (maximum)
10 %
Height of dwelling unit component
(maximum)
8 metres
Dwellings must not be located in a basement or cellar.
Access to dwelling units from the adjacent street shall be provided for the exclusive
use of the dwelling.
10.6. Front Yard Planting Area
A planting area of not less than 3 metres in depth abutting the front property line and
running the entire width of the property shall be required. The ground surface shall be
planted with any combination of shrubs, flower beds or grass. Such planting area shall
be maintained at all times, consistent with the season.
Where interrupted by walkways or driveways, a planting area need not be provided
closer than 1 metre to a walkway or to a driveway.
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Where required on a street corner or a corner lot, a planting area shall be located in
such a way as to not form a visual obstruction to traffic.
10.7. Existing Use Provisions
For the uses permitted that are lawfully existing on the date of passage of this By-law,
the minimum property area, property frontage, minimum yards, minimum gross floor
area, and maximum building height and maximum zone coverage shall be as they
lawfully existed on the date of passing of this By-law.
10.8. Additional Zone Provisions for Automobile Sales, Automobile Service and
Car Wash
Front yard (minimum)
15 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
4 metres
Side yard
Interior: 4 metres
Exterior: 8 metres
Zone area coverage (maximum)
25 %
Building height (maximum)
9 metres
Landscaped open space (minimum)
10 %
Gasoline service pump islands:
- shall be located a minimum of 4.5
metres from any property boundary
along any street;
- shall not be located within a radius of
10 metres of intersecting street lines;
- shall comply with any additional
setback requirements of the Ministry of
Transportation where applicable.
-
On a corner lot, side yard requirements may be used instead of rear yard
requirements.
10.8.1.
Automobile Storage Area
A minimum of 5 stacking spaces for each bay for a self-service car wash on
private property and a minimum of 10 stacking spaces in sequence for an
automatic car wash on private property plus 5 further spaces for employee car
storage, dry off areas and extra storage areas for cars awaiting a wash.
10.9. Special Zones
10.9.1.
C3-1 (As per By-law 51-1987)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone to the
contrary, a business or professional office is permitted in the area zoned C3-2.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.2.
C3-2 (As per By-laws 48-1988 and 54-1987):
In addition to provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone, a business or
professional office is an additional permitted use within the area zoned C3-2.
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C3
In the area zoned C3-2, the north side yard shall be a minimum of 0.45 metres,
and within this yard any planting strip requirements shall be reduced
accordingly; the minimum rear yard setback adjacent to Lots 968 and 969, Plan
376 shall be 3.05 metres, and the minimum separation distance from residential
uses shall be reduced accordingly.
That a planting strip or fence in accordance with this By-law be provided, along
the entire rear of the subject property.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.3.
C3-3 (As per By-law 65-1988)
Within the area identified as C5-3, in addition to the permitted uses set out in
the C3 zone, the sales and rental, and the accessory minor repair and
maintenance of motor homes, travel trailers and mobile homes shall be
permitted. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.4.
C3-4 (As per By-law 71-2003)
Within the area zoned C3-4, the installation of one propane tank and pump is
permitted within 0 metres of the south side lot line. All other provisions of this
By-law shall apply.
10.9.5.
C3-5 (As per By-law 54-1984)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Highway Commercial (C3) Zone to the
contrary, the area zoned C3-5 includes a mobile home as a permitted use. The
lot frontage minimum for the area zoned C3-5 is 28.5 metres. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.6.
C3-6 (removed as per By-law 54-2021
10.9.7.
C3-7 (As per By-laws 37-1988 and 56-1995)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone to the
contrary, the permitted uses on the property zoned C3-7 will be limited to the
following:
an electrical heating and plumbing supply service shop;
an automotive sales and service establishment;
an automotive washing establishment;
related accessory uses.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.8.
C3-8 (As per By-law 29-1991 and 36-1991)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone to the
contrary the following uses will be permitted on the property zoned C3-8:
a shopping centre, with uses limited to those permitted in the C3 zone;
automotive parts distribution;
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automotive body shop, provided that a fenced compound no larger than
9.1 metres by 9.1 metres (30 by 30 ft) be located to the north of the
main building for all vehicles to be serviced, and that hours of operation
be limited to 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Saturday;
storage industry or warehouse;
automotive sales and service establishment, limited to 10 vehicles on
display, provided that the commercial sale of fuels is not permitted;
office accessory to a permitted use;
uses accessory to the permitted uses, although this does not permit the
establishment of a residence accessory to the permitted uses.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this by-law to the contrary no vehicles shall
be stored on the property in a wrecked, dismantled, or inoperable state unless
they are present for the specific and immediate purpose of automotive body
work.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this by-law to the contrary a planting strip will
not be required along the west property line between the highway commercial
use and the residential use.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary no parking areas
will be permitted west of the driveway entrance.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.9.
C3-9 (As per By-law 44-1991 and 66-2016)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone to the
contrary the following additional uses will be allowed on the property zoned C3-
9:
light manufacturing involving the fabrication, manufacture, repair and
sale of signs;
an automobile washing establishment;
a boat or motorized recreational vehicles sales establishment
one dwelling unit within the rear portion or second storey of a
commercial building;
a contractor's shop or yard, Type "A";
storage industry or warehouse
uses accessory to the permitted uses
Pursuant to provisions of Section 40 of the Planning Act Council shall regulate
night time flood lighting.
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Where the lands zoned C3-9 abut the rear lot line of adjacent lands zoned
Residential - Low Density (R1) a fence shall be established. This fence shall
be subject to Site Plan Approval under Section 40 of the Planning Act.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) zone the
minimum setback for open storage from the rear lot line of adjacent properties
zoned Residential - Low Density (R1) shall be no less than 3 metres. This 3
metre setback shall include a planning strip as required under General
Provisions Planting Strips.
Further to the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) zone the minimum
setback for areas of open storage from the rear lot line of the subject lands
shall be no less than 3 metres.
A buffer strip is required 5 metres from the front property line of the subject
lands running the length of yards abutting properties zoned or used for
residential purposes. This buffer strip must be in accordance with General
Provisions Planting Strips.
Notwithstanding the General Provisions Storage Containers, Accessory a
maximum of five (5) storage container shall be permitted in the C3-9 zone as
an accessory use to the permitted use of "light manufacturing involving the
fabrication, manufacture, repair and sale of signs". Storage containers must be
in accordance with all other General Provisions Storage Containers,
Accessory). Placement and appearance of storage containers will be subject to
Site Plan Approval Process.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.10. C3-10 (As per By-law 20-1999 and 44-2001)
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the permitted uses
on the property zoned C3-10 will be limited to:
a boat storage shed;
the manufacturing, display and sale of precast concrete products;
outdoor storage of any other material, product, or item is not permitted.
construction on the lands zoned C3-10 is regulated by the Ausable
Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) and development will not occur
until ABCA approval is obtained.
The uses permitted on the property zoned C3-10 shall be established in
accordance with the following provisions:
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a) the minimum side yard depth on the north side shall not be less than 3.6
metres;
b) the maximum building height is 7.5 metres;
c) the minimum rear yard setback is 110 metres;
d) access to the building for the purposes of egress and access shall be
restricted to the west side of the building;
e) the west face of the building shall be within 110 metres of the front
property line;
f) the total size of the buildings on the lands zoned C3-10 shall not exceed
2790 square metres.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.11. C3-11 (Removed as per By-law 54-2021)
10.9.12. C3-12 (As per By-law 5-2008 and 31-2009)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Highway Commercial (C3) Zone, a dwelling
unit is not permitted as a main or accessory use in the C3-12 zone. All other
uses permitted in the C3 zone are permitted in the C3-12 zone.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 24, the following provisions shall
apply to the C3-12 zone:
Lot area (minimum)
1,000 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
30 metres
Front Yard Depth (minimum)
7 metres
Side Yard Depth (minimum)
4 metres
Exterior Side Yard Depth (minimum)
8 metres
Rear Yard (minimum)
6 metres
Lot Coverage (maximum)
50 %
Landscaped Open Space (minimum)
10 %
Notwithstanding any provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone to the
contrary, the following regulation applies to the C3-12 zone:
a) Building Height (maximum) 10 metres
b) A planting area of not less than 3 metres in depth abutting the front lot
line and running the entire width of the lot shall be required. The ground
surface shall be planted with a combination of shrubs, flower beds and
grass. Such planting area shall be maintained at all times, consistent
with the season.
c) Where interrupted by walkways or driveways, a planting area need not
be provided closer than 1 metre to a walkway or to a driveway.
d) Where required on a street corner or a corner lot, a planting area shall
be located in such a way that it does not form a visual obstruction for
traffic.
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e) No part of any commercial building shall be located within 6 metres of
any residential zone.
f) Notwithstanding any provision of this By-law to the contrary, the storage
of motorized vehicles, boats, recreational vehicles and motorized
equipment accessory to the main permitted use shall be permitted within
any parking space on the lot. All other forms of open storage must
comply with the applicable sections of this By-law.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.13. C3-13 (As per By-law 37-2010 and By-law 15-2012)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone to the
contrary, the lot frontage minimum for the property zoned C3-13 is 15.85
metres.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone to the
contrary, the area zoned C3-13 shall be limited to the following permitted uses:
A contractor's yard Type A;
Office space as accessory to the permitted use, to a maximum of 35% of
the total floor area of the main building;
Storage containers for the purpose of storing building materials and
equipment are permitted accessory to a contractor's yard; and
Outdoor storage of materials and equipment accessory to the permitted
use;
Outdoor storage of equipment and materials shall be permitted in the
side yard and rear yard only. The minimum setback from any side or rear
lot line of any open storage area in this zone shall be no less than 3
metres for the side yard width and rear yard depth respectively.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary, a maximum
of 5 storage containers may be permitted in the C3-13 zone.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.14. C3-14 (As per by-law 65-2011)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone to the
contrary, the area zoned C3-14 shall include the following additional permitted
use: a home improvement centre.
Notwithstanding the storage container provisions of this By-law, storage
containers for the purpose of temporarily storing building materials for sale are
permitted accessory to a home improvement centre use in the area zoned C3-
14.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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10.9.15. C3-15 (As per by-law 24-1984, 9-1996 and 29-1996)
Contrary to the provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) Zone, the permitted
uses of those areas zoned C3-15 shall be limited to an automotive sales and
service establishment. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
10.9.16. C3-16 (As per by-law 53-2020)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned C3-16 a
multiple unit dwelling with or without a C3 use is also a permitted use with the
following requirements:
a) Interior side yard (minimum): 0 metres
b) Exterior side yard (minimum): 1 metres
c) Rear yard (minimum): 0.9 metres
d) Building height (maximum): 15 metres
e) Balcony setback from a property line (minimum): 0 metres
f) Maximum dwelling unit density: 136 units per hectare
g) Parking for multiple unit dwellings (minimum): 1.25 spaces per dwelling unit
h) Minimum required vertical clearance for accessible parking spaces,
passenger loading zones, and along access aisles: 2.4 metres
All other provisions of By-law 69-2018 shall apply.
10.9.17. C3-17 (As per by-law 38-2023)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the C3-17 zone, the following
special provisions apply:
a) Front yard (minimum): 5.5 metres
b) Exterior side yard (minimum): 6.5 metres
c) A single detached dwelling accessory to a contractor's shop is permitted.
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11.
Core Commercial (C4)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
11.1. Permitted Uses
adult day centre
amusement arcade
artist, dance, exercise, music and/or photography studio
automated bank machine
bake shop
bed and breakfast establishment (4 rooms)
brewing establishment
brewers retail store
bus depot
business and/or professional office
catalogue stored
clinic
convenience store
day nursery
dwelling units in combination with any permitted use provided such dwelling units
are located entirely above the ground floor or at the rear of the main commercial
use provided the retail use is a minimum 50% of the main floor area and runs the
front of the building excluding access for stairway
farmers market
fast food outlet
fast food service restaurant
financial service or institution
flea market
funeral home/crematorium
grocery store
dwelling with supports in an existing single detached dwelling
hairdresser and/or barber
hardware store
health club and/or spa
hotel and/or motel
laundromat or dry cleaning establishment
liquor store
microbrewery
meeting and/or assembly hall
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parking lot/garage
personal services shop
place of entertainment
post-secondary institution
printing establishment
private club
pubic park or urban square
religious institution
research facility
restaurant
retail store with individual gross floor area under 1000 square metres
service and repair shop
specialized medical offices
take-out restaurant
tavern
the following uses and buildings lawfully existing on the date of the passing of
this By-law:
single detached dwelling, and the re-establishment of same in the event of
accidental destruction
rowhouse dwelling
financial service
buildings and structures accessory to the foregoing uses
the manufacturing and/or processing of a product intended for retail sale on the
premises such as a bake shop, printing shop, customer woodworking shop,
dressmaking shop, tailor shop, or similar use establishment
theatre
travel agency
vocational training centre
11.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
11.3. Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum)
no minimum
Frontage (minimum)
no minimum
Front yard (minimum)
4 metres
Defined Area 3: no minimum
Front yard (maximum)
Defined Area 3: 1 metre
Interior side yard
(minimum)
no minimum, except where the interior property
line abuts a residential zone: 3 metres.
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Exterior side yard
(minimum)
6 metres
Defined Area 3: no minimum
Rear yard (minimum)
12 metres
Zone coverage
(maximum)
60 %
Defined Area 3: no maximum
Landscaped open
space (minimum)
30 %
Defined Area 3: no minimum
Setback from a Lane
or Easement
(minimum)
none
Main building height
(minimum)
2 storeys (7 metres)
Main building height
(maximum)
6 storeys (21 metres)
11.4. General Commercial Provisions
11.4.1.
Minimum Separation of Commercial Buildings from Residential Zones
No part of any commercial building shall be located within 6 metres of any
residential zone, provided however, that this requirement shall not apply to a
commercial building lawfully existing on the day of the passing of this By-law.
11.4.2.
Outside Storage and Display
Open storage of raw materials is not permitted, however, open storage or areas
for the display of finished goods, produce or nursery stock is permitted in C3,
C4, C5, C6, C8 zones within the boundaries of the property provided that such
areas or materials are located to the rear of the front property line and 3 metres
from any side or rear property line. Sale of finished goods permitted in the
front of buildings in the C4 zone provided there is no obstruction to the
sidewalk.
11.4.3.
Planting Strips
Planting strips shall be provided on lands zoned or used for any commercial
purpose, including parking areas serving a commercial use, where they abut
lands zoned or used for residential, institutional or open space purposes.
11.5. Special Provisions Defined Area 3
Defined Area 3 is an overlay zone that applies additional provisions as a layer on top of
the underlying zone(s). See Schedule C for the boundaries of Defined Area 3. Except
for the following provisions, zone provisions in Defined Area 3 are in accordance with
the underlying zone(s).
Within Defined Area 3, corner lots are exempt from the Sight Triangle General
Provisions of this By-law. a
Notwithstanding the Parking General Provisions of this By-law, off-street parking
spaces or loading areas are not required within Defined Area 3.
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11.6. Prohibited Uses
drive-through establishments, lanes and windows;
any retail store with a floor area exceeding 1000 square metres per storey;
automotive oriented uses (e.g. gas stations, sales and service); and,
residential uses at/below grade in commercial or other non-residential buildings
fronting onto Main Street.
11.7. Existing Dwellings Combined with a Commercial Use - Zone Provisions
The R2 zone provisions apply to an existing dwelling and an existing dwelling that is
being converted to create 1 or more additional dwelling units.
A dwelling with supports may be established in an existing dwelling subject to the
provisions of the R1 Zone.
All or a portion of an existing dwelling may be used for a permitted commercial use.
11.8. Accessory Dwelling Units Combined with a Commercial Use - Zone
Provisions
The foregoing shall not apply to prevent the erection of buildings accessory to a single-
detached dwelling subject to the General Provisions Section.
11.9. Core Area Parking
Off-street parking areas are prohibited from occupying any street frontage so as not to
create a void in the built-up streetscape.
11.10. Special Zones
11.10.1. C4-1
In addition to the uses permitted by the Core Commercial (C4) zone, a car
wash and gasoline station shall be permitted subject to the provisions of the C3
zone. All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
11.10.2. C4-2 (As per By-law 65-2014)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Core Commercial (C4) zone to the
contrary, the following provisions shall apply to an area zoned C4-2:
a) a 2-storey dwelling is permitted to a maximum height of 8 metres;
b) maximum property coverage of 35%;
c) minimum rear yard depth of 2 metres for the existing dwelling; any
subsequent dwelling shall require a minimum rear yard depth of 4
metres; and
d) minimum interior side yard depth of 3.5 metres on the east side of the
dwelling.
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
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11.10.3. C4-3 (As per By-law 75-2022 and By-law 32-2023)
In addition to the uses permitted by the Core Commercial (C4) zone, a multiple
unit dwelling or rowhouse dwelling consisting entirely of residential uses,
including at grade, is a permitted use subject to the following:
a) Rear yard (minimum):
2.5 metres
b) Landscaped open space (minimum):
20%
c) Parking area setback from a property line:
0.7 metres
d) In lieu of a planting strip, a minimum 1.8 metre high solid fence along the
south property line from the front of the building to the rear of the
property shall be provided.
e) An outdoor waste storage receptacle may be in the north interior side if
located within 7 metres of the rear property line.
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12.
Mixed Use Commercial (C5)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
12.1. Permitted Uses
adult day centre
artist, dance, exercise, music and/or photography studio
assembly hall
automated bank machine
bake shop
bed and breakfast establishment (max 4 rooms)
boarding, lodging or rooming house
brewing establishment
brewers retail store
business and/or professional office
clinic
convenience store
converted dwelling
day nursery
dwelling units in combination with any other permitted use
dwelling with supports
farmers market
fast food outlet
financial service or institution
funeral home/crematorium
grocery store
hairdresser and/or barber
health club and/or spa
home occupation in any permitted dwelling
hotel and/or boutique hotel
landscaping and garden supply establishment
laundromat or dry cleaning establishment
live-work unit
long-term care home
meeting and/or assembly hall
motel
multiple unit dwelling
parking lot
personal services shop
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place of entertainment
post-secondary institution
printing establishment
private club
public park or urban square
quadruplex
religious institution
research facility
restaurant
retail store with individual gross floor area under 500 square metres
retirement home
rowhouse
service and repair shop
specialized medical office
take-out restaurant
tavern
the following uses and buildings lawfully existing on the date of the passing of
this By-law:
single detached dwelling, and the re-establishment of same in the event of
accidental destruction
buildings and structures accessory to the foregoing uses, including an
Additional Residential Unit (ARU) subject to the provisions of Section
30.4.2 (Additional Residential Units)
travel agency
triplex
vocational training centre
Additional Residential Unit(s) in a semi-detached dwelling, rowhouse dwelling, or
a structure accessory to those dwellings subject to the provisions of Section
30.4.2 (Additional Residential Units)
12.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
12.3. Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum)
500 square metres
Frontage (minimum)
15 metres
Front yard (minimum)
1 metres
Front yard (maximum)
2 metres
Interior side yard
(minimum)
1 metre
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Exterior side yard
(minimum)
2 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
4 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
40 %
Landscaped open space
(minimum)
10 %
Main building height
(minimum)
1 storey (3.5 metres)
Main building height
(maximum)
6 storeys (21 metres)
Any storey above the third storey shall be set back a
minimum of 1.5 metres from the main wall of the
first 3 storeys.
12.4. General Commercial Provisions
12.4.1.
Minimum Separation of Commercial Buildings from Residential Zones
No part of any commercial building shall be located within 6 metres of any
residential zone, provided however, that this requirement shall not apply to a
commercial building lawfully existing on the day of the passing of this By-law.
12.4.2.
Outside Storage and Display
Open storage of raw materials is not permitted, however, open storage or areas
for the display of finished goods, produce or nursery stock is permitted in C3,
C4, C5, C6, C8 zones within the boundaries of the property provided that such
areas or materials are located to the rear of the front property line and 3 metres
from any side or rear property line. Sale of finished goods permitted in the front
of buildings in the C4 zone provided there is no obstruction to the sidewalk.
12.4.3.
Planting Strips
Planting strips shall be provided on lands zoned or used for any commercial
purpose, including parking areas serving a commercial use, where they abut
lands zoned or used for residential, institutional or open space purposes.
12.5. Residential Units in the C5 Zone
Residential units may be located in combination with any permitted commercial use
provided such dwelling units are:
located entirely above the ground floor; or
at the rear of the main commercial use and the commercial use is a minimum
50% of the area of the ground floor and runs across the front of the building
excluding stairway accesses.
Rowhouses, quadruplexes, and triplexes are permitted as standalone buildings subject
to the R2 zone provisions.
Long-term care homes, multiple unit dwellings, and retirement homes are permitted as
standalone buildings subject to the R3 zone provisions.
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12.6. Special Provisions Defined Area 3
Defined Area 3 is an overlay zone that applies additional provisions as a layer on top of
the underlying zone(s). See Schedule C for the boundaries of Defined Area 3. Except
for the following provisions, zone provisions in Defined Area 3 are in accordance with
the underlying zone(s).
Within Defined Area 3, corner lots are exempt from the Sight Triangle General
Provisions of this By-law. a
Notwithstanding the Parking General Provisions of this By-law, off-street parking spaces
or loading areas are not required within Defined Area 3
12.7 Special Provisions
12.7.1
C5-1 (as per By-law 36-2023)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the C5-1 zone the following
special provisions apply for a boutique hotel (a hotel with guest rooms that may
contain private cooking facilities):
a) Front yard (maximum): 15.2 metres
b) Exterior side yard (minimum): 3.4 metres
c) Minimum driveway and parking access aisle setback from an interior
property line abutting a residential zone: 0 metres
d) Parking area setback from a rear property line abutting a residential zone:
0 metres
e) Outdoor garbage storage is permitted in an interior side yard within 15
metres of the east property line.
f) A planting strip/fence is required in the following locations:
a. Along the north property line except within 17.5 metres of the west
property line.
b. Along the east property line except within 3.5 metres of the south
property line.
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13.
Grouped Commercial (C6)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
13.1. Permitted Uses
accessory wholesale or warehouse uses
adult day centre
agricultural service establishment
agricultural supply establishment
amusement arcade
animal and poultry health and breeding clinic
artist, dance, exercise, music and/or photography studio
assembly hall
auction sale facility excluding the sale of livestock
auto body shop
automated bank machine
bake shop
bottle return depot
brewers retail store
brewing establishment
bus depot
business and/or professional office
car wash establishment
clinic
contractor's shop
convenience store
converted dwelling
drive-in theatre
drive-through restaurant
equipment and tool sales and rental establishment
farm produce sales outlet
farmers market
fast food outlet
fast food service restaurant
financial institution
financial service or institution
flea market
funeral home/crematorium
gasoline station
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greenhouse, commercial
grocery store
dwelling with supports, in an existing single detached dwelling
hairdresser and/or barber
hardware store
health club and/or spa
home occupation in any permitted dwelling
hotel and/or boutique hotel
landscaping and garden supply establishment
laundromat or dry cleaning establishment
liquor store
marine supply and service establishment
meeting and/or assembly hall
miniature golf course
motel
motor vehicle repair shop
motor vehicle rust proofing establishment
motor vehicle sales and/or service establishment
parking lot/garage
personal services shop
place of entertainment
post-secondary institution
printing establishment
private club
public park or urban square
recreational vehicles sales and service establishment (includes motorcycles,
boats and snowmobiles)
refillable propane exchange program
religious institution
research facility
restaurant
retail store with individual gross floor area in excess of 1000 square metres
retail store with individual gross floor area under 1000 square metres
service and repair shop
small engine sales and service establishment
small equipment rental and sales establishment
specialized medical offices
sports and recreation facility
take-out restaurant
tavern
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the following uses and buildings lawfully existing on the date of the passing of
this by-law:
single detached dwelling, and the re-establishment of same in the event of
accidental destruction
rowhouse dwelling
financial service
buildings and structures accessory to the foregoing uses
legally established buildings accessory to a single detached dwelling
the manufacturing and/or processing of a product intended for retail sale on the
premises such as a bake shop, printing shop, customer woodworking shop,
dressmaking shop, tailor shop, or similar use establishment
tire sales establishment
travel agency
uses accessory to the permitted uses
veterinary clinic
vocational training centre
13.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
13.3. Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum)
7,500 square metres
Frontage (minimum)
60 metres
Property depth (minimum)
60 metres
Front yard (minimum)
25 metres
Interior side yard
(minimum)
6 metres
Exterior side yard
(minimum)
10 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
6 metres provided that where the rear lot line is the
boundary line between a C6 zone and a residential
zone or an (-h) residential zone, the minimum rear
yard shall be: 15 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
50 %
Landscaped open space
(minimum)
20 %
Height (maximum)
14 metres
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13.4. General Commercial Provisions
13.4.1.
Minimum Separation of Commercial Buildings from Residential Zones
No part of any commercial building shall be located within 6 metres of any
residential zone, provided however, that this requirement shall not apply to a
commercial building lawfully existing on the day of the passing of this By-law.
13.4.2.
Outside Storage and Display
Open storage of raw materials is not permitted, however, open storage or areas
for the display of finished goods, produce or nursery stock is permitted in C3,
C4, C5, C6, C8 zones within the boundaries of the property provided that such
areas or materials are located to the rear of the front property line and 3 metres
from any side or rear property line. Sale of finished goods permitted in the
front of buildings in the C4 zone provided there is no obstruction to the
sidewalk.
13.4.3.
Planting Strips
Planting strips shall be provided on lands zoned or used for any commercial
purpose, including parking areas serving a commercial use, where they abut
lands zoned or used for residential, institutional or open space purposes.
13.5. Additional Zone Provisions for Automobile Sales, Automobile Service and
Car Wash
Front yard (minimum)
15 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
4 metres
Side yard
Interior: 4 metres
Exterior: 8 metres
Zone area coverage (maximum)
25 %
Building height (maximum)
7 metres
Landscaped open space (minimum)
10 %
Gasoline service pump islands:
shall be located a minimum of 4.5
metres from any property boundary
along any street;
shall not be located within a radius of
10 metres of intersecting street lines;
shall comply with any additional
setback requirements of the Ministry
of Transportation where applicable.
Ingress and Egress
No portion of any ingress or egress
ramp shall be located closer than 4.5
metres to a property boundary along
any street;
No portion of any ingress or egress
ramp along any street shall be located
closer than 3 metres to any side
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property line which abuts any other
property
The minimum distance between 2
ramps shall not be less than 9 metres.
On a corner lot, side yard requirements may be used instead of rear yard
requirements.
13.5.1.
Automobile Storage Area
A minimum of 5 parking spaces for each bay for a self-service car wash on
private property and a minimum of 10 parking spaces in sequence for an
automatic car wash on private property plus 5 further spaces for employee car
storage, dry off areas and extra storage areas for cars awaiting a wash.
13.5.2.
Location
No car wash facilities shall be located within 10 metres of a residential zone, a
park, place of worship, community centre, funeral home, convalescent home,
retirement home, long-term care home, or hospital.
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Section 14 - Village Commercial
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14.
Village Commercial (C8)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
14.1. Permitted Uses
accessory wholesale or warehouse uses
adult day centre
agricultural supply establishment
artist, dance, exercise, music and/or photography studio
auto body shop
automated bank machine
business and/or professional office
boarding, lodging or rooming house with full services
bottle depot
brewers retail outlet
clinic
convenience store
day nursery
dwelling units or a dwelling with supports in combination with any permitted
commercial use with full services
equipment and tool sales and rental establishment
farmers market
financial service or institution
flea market
funeral home/crematorium
gasoline station
greenhouse, commercial
grocery store
hairdresser and/or barber
hardware store
health club and/or spa
hotel and/or boutique hotel with full services
landscaping and garden supply establishment
laundromat or dry cleaning establishment
live-work unit with full services
liquor store
motor vehicle repair shop
parking garage
parking lot
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personal services shop
private club
public park or urban square
recreational vehicle sales and service establishment (includes motorcycles, boats
and snowmobiles)
refillable propane exchange program
religious institution
residential uses which are permitted in the R2 zone with full services
restaurant
retail store with individual gross floor area under 1000 square metres
small engine sales and service establishment
small equipment rental and sales establishment
specialized medical offices
take-out restaurant
travel agency
veterinary clinic
vocational training centre
14.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
14.3. Zone Provisions
With Public Water
Without Public Water
Zone Area (minimum)
796 square metres
1400 square metres
Lot Frontage (minimum)
23 metres
23 metres
Front Yard Depth
(minimum)
3 metres
3 metres
Side Yard Depth
(minimum)
-
Interior
3 metres
3 metres
-
Exterior
3 metres
3 metres
Rear Yard Depth
(minimum)
7.5 metres
7.5 metres
Lot Coverage (maximum)
40 %
40 %
Landscaped Open Space
(minimum)
20 %
20 %
Building Height (maximum)
14 metres
14 metres
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14.4. General Commercial Provisions
14.4.1.
Minimum Separation of Commercial Buildings from Residential Zones
No part of any commercial building shall be located within 6 metres of any
residential zone, provided however, that this requirement shall not apply to a
commercial building lawfully existing on the day of the passing of this By-law.
14.4.2.
Outside Storage and Display
Open storage of raw materials is not permitted, however, open storage or areas
for the display of finished goods, produce or nursery stock is permitted in C3,
C4, C5, C6, C8 zones within the boundaries of the property provided that such
areas or materials are located to the rear of the front property line and 3 metres
from any side or rear property line. Sale of finished goods permitted in the
front of buildings in the C4 zone provided there is no obstruction to the
sidewalk.
14.4.3.
Planting Strips
Planting strips shall be provided on lands zoned or used for any commercial
purpose, including parking areas serving a commercial use, where they abut
lands zoned or used for residential, institutional or open space purposes.
14.4.4.
Buildings with Commercial and Residential Uses in the C8 Zone
Where there is a commercial use, residential units may be located in
combination with any permitted commercial use provided such dwelling units
are:
On full municipal services; and
Located entirely above the ground floor and/or at the rear of the main
commercial use.
14.5. Existing Buildings, Structures and Properties
The lot area, lot frontage, all yards, landscaped open space, lot coverage, and building
height of existing permitted buildings, structures and lots, where lower than the
foregoing minimum or higher than the foregoing maximum requirements, shall apply as
they lawfully exist on the day of passing of this By-law.
14.6. Special Zones
14.6.1.
C8-1
In the area zoned C8-1 the requirements of the Village Commercial (C8) Zone
shall apply in addition to the following special provision:
a) Minimum separation distance between buildings and structures for the
permitted uses shall be 6 metres.
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
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14.6.2.
C8-2 (As per by-law 15-1992)
Further to the provisions of the Village Commercial (C8) Zone the area zoned
C8-2 includes the following additional permitted uses:
monument manufacture, sales and service.
1 parking space per employee shall be provided.
Notwithstanding any provisions of this by-law to the contrary, a planting
strip or fence shall be provided from the south rear corner of the building
to the north rear corner of the building, so as to enclose the rear yard of
the property.
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
14.6.3.
C8-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Village Commercial (C8) Zone to the
contrary, the following shall apply to the property zoned C8-3:
All uses permitted in the C8 zone are permitted in the C8-3 zone.
A building which is used for a residential use may also contain 1 or more
permitted commercial uses, in combination with \dwelling units provided:
a) the commercial use(s) form part of the main building and are located on
the ground floor, to the front of the residential use;
b) the commercial use(s) are completely self-contained, and have separate
and direct access to a street.
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
14.6.4.
C8-4 (As per By-law 04-2017)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Village Commercial (C8) Zone to the
contrary, a low density residential use shall be permitted subject to the
provisions of the Residential - Low Density (R1) zone.
14.6.5.
C8-5 (As per By-law 12-2018)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Village Commercial (C8) Zone to the
contrary, a contractor's shop and yard shall be a permitted use.
14.6.6.
C8-6
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Village Commercial (C8) Zone to the
contrary, permitted uses on lands zoned C8-6 are limited to an auto body shop
and motor vehicle repair shop.
14.6.7.
C8-7 (As amended by By-law 37-2021)
In addition to the uses permitted in the C8 zone, a motor vehicle sales and/or
service establishment is also a permitted use in the area zoned C8-7 with a
maximum of five vehicles offered for sale on the property at any one time. All
other provisions of By-law #69-2018 shall apply.
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14.6.8
C8-8 (As amended by Bylaw 42-2023)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the C8-8 zone the following
special provisions apply:
a) The entire building may be used for a residential use.
b) Number of required parking spaces: 1 space.
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Section 15 - Community Facility
CF
15.
Community Facility (CF)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
15.1. Permitted Uses
ambulance station;
any use of the Corporation;
art gallery;
art or cultural facility;
assembly hall;
business office of a public agency;
cemetery;
clinic;
day care facility;
day centre;
dwelling with supports;
educational institutions, including schools;
fairgrounds;
fire hall;
fraternal/sororal association;
funeral home;
grandstand;
hospital and/or psychiatric hospital;
library;
museum;
nursery school;
park, public;
parking lots;
police station;
post office;
public buildings and uses (municipal government, county, and area provincial
and federal offices);
public utility;
race track;
railway trackage and loading facilities;
recreational facilities to serve the needs of staff, service users and/or students;
religious institution, including a church or place of worship;
school;
sports and recreation facility;
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specialized medical offices;
theatre;
uses permitted in the OS Zone;
utility service building;
uses accessory to the permitted uses;
any use described by the definition of Community Facility of this by-law;
uses accessory to the permitted uses, including eating facilities
15.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses
15.3. Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum)
600 square metres
Property frontage (minimum)
20 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
40 %
Front yard (minimum)
In settlement area:
In other areas:
6 metres
20 metres from a municipal street
25 metres from a County Road or Provincial
Highway
Rear yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
5 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
In settlement area:
In other areas:
6 metres
20 metres from a municipal street
25 metres from a County Road or Provincial
Highway
Landscaped open space
(minimum)
10 %
Building height (maximum)
20 metres
15.4. Setback from Residential Zone
Where a Community Facility use abuts a Residential zone, a 9 metre side yard and/or
rear yard shall be required. Such yard includes the required planting strip.
15.5. Setback from Railway
Where a Community Facility use abuts a railway, a 15 metre minimum setback from the
railway right-of-way is required.
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15.6. Special Zones
15.6.1.
CF-1 (As per By-law 56-1989)
Notwithstanding the list of permitted uses in the Community Facility (CF) zone, the
outside storage of materials and/or equipment in a rear yard is permitted on lands
zoned CF-1.
Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Community Facility (CF) zone, the following
further provisions apply to the CF-1 zone:
minimum Front Yard Setback: 7 metres;
minimum Rear Yard Setback: 6 metres;
no part of any building, structure and/or outside storage shall be located within 6
metres of any residential zone;
where an outside storage area or an outside parking area is located in a yard
abutting a residential zone, a planting strip as described in the General
Provisions of this By-law shall be provided and maintained between such open
storage area and the Residential Zone.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
15.6.2.
CF-2 (As per By-law 7-1994)
Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses of the Community Facility (CF) zone, only a church
(place of worship) is permitted in the CF-2 zone.
Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Community Facility (CF) zone, the following
further provisions apply to the CF-2 zone:
minimum Lot Frontage: 19 m;
minimum Back Lot Area: 7500 square metres
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
15.6.3.
CF-3 (As per By-law 16-1999)
Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses of the Community Facility (CF) zone, uses
permitted within the CF-3 zone are limited to:
church (place of worship);
living quarters for a parish priest;
parish hall;
childcare facility;
buildings and structures accessory to the foregoing uses.
Zone Provisions
Lot area (minimum)
7500 square metres
Lot frontage (minimum)
50 metres
Setback (minimum)
7 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7 metres
Setback from the railroad property
(minimum)
15 metres
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Side yard requirement (minimum)
6 metres
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
15.6.4.
CF-4 (As per By-law 19-1998)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Community Facility (CF) zone to the contrary, the
existing building on the property zoned CF-4 may also be used for auction sales;
antique sales; hardware and building material sales and storage warehousing. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
15.6.5.
CF-5 (As per By-law 2-2009)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Community Facility (CF) zone to the contrary, the
property zoned CF-5 shall have a maximum lot coverage of 45%.
Notwithstanding the General Parking Provisions of this By-law, provided the property
zoned CF-5 continues to be used as a religious institution, parking can continue to be
provided through on-street parking. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
15.6.6.
CF-6 (As per By-law 44-2009)
Notwithstanding the Minimum Distance Separation provisions and the provisions of the
Community Facility (CF) zone, the minimum distance from an odour receptor in the CF-
6 zone to the nearest livestock barn is 205 metres. All other provisions of this By-law
shall apply.
15.6.7.
CF-7 (As per By-law 59-2010)
Further to the provisions of the Community Facility (CF) zone, the property zoned CF-7
may be used as an impound yard by the Corporation for the temporary storage of any
goods or materials acquired as a result of by-law enforcement. All other provisions of
this By-law shall apply.
15.6.8.
CF-8 (As per By-law 03-2020)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.3 to the contrary, the maximum zone
coverage shall be 45%. The provisions of Section 3.26 (Parking Requirements) and
3.28 (Planting Strip) shall not apply to a permitted CF use on the subject lands. All
other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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Section 16 - Future Development
D
16.
Future Development (D)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
16.1. Permitted Uses
uses existing on the date of the passing of this By-law;
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
16.2. Permitted Structures
- buildings and structures existing on the date of passing of this By-law;
- buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses, not including the
establishment of new livestock buildings
16.3. Zone Provisions
Front Yard (minimum)
10 metres
Rear Yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Interior Side Yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Exterior Side Yard (minimum)
10 metres
16.4. Special Provisions
Final approval of subdivision of land in a Future Development zone will not be permitted
prior to a rezoning to the applicable zone.
Existing residences will be allowed to expand, enlarge or re-establish provided that the
provisions of the Residential Medium Density (R2) Zone are complied with and the
number of dwelling units is not increased.
16.5. Special Zones
16.5.1.
D-1
In addition to the permitted uses of Section 16.1, for the lands zoned D-1 an interim
cropping agricultural use is permitted that does not include:
-
The use of buildings and/or structures,
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The use of land for livestock purposes,
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The storage of manure on-site, or
-
The application of manure.
Notwithstanding the restrictions above, the application of herbicides and pesticides shall
be permitted in accordance with normal farm practices.
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Section 17 - Defined Area Overlay for Public Safety
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17.
Defined Area Overlay for Public Safety (DA)
Defined Areas 1 and 2 are overlay zones layered on top of the underlying zone(s) to
provide additional height restrictions for public safety of uses in proximity to airport
lands. In all other respects, zone provisions in Defined Areas 1 and 2 are in accordance
with the underlying zone(s). Nothing in the Defined Area overlay zones removes any
provincial or federal jurisdiction to regulate airport lands and buildings.
17.1. Defined Area 1 (D.A. 1)
In Defined Area 1 (D.A. 1) no building or structure may be higher than a height
calculated based on the ratio of 1:7 from the side perimeter of an AL1 Zone, or the
height restriction of the zone in which the land lies, whichever is the lesser. (That is, for
every 7 metres calculated at a right angle to the side plane of the AL1 Zone, building or
structure height may be increased by 1 metre, until the prescribed maximum height
restriction for the zone is reached). Defined Area 1 is measured as a buffer around the
active runway equal to half the length of the runway.
17.2. Defined Area 2 (D.A. 2)
In Defined Area 2 (D.A. 2), no building or structure may be higher than a height
calculated based on the ratio of 1:50 from the take-off threshold, or the height restriction
of the zone in which the land lies, whichever is the lesser. (That is, for every 50 metres
calculated at a right angle to the end horizontal plane of the take-off threshold, building
height may be increased by 1 metre, until the prescribed maximum height restriction for
the zone is reached). The take-off threshold is the end of the runway as determined by
federal and/or provincial regulations. Defined Area 2 is measured as a buffer extending
at 45 degree angles from the take-off threshold to a distance that equals double the
length of the active runway.
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Section 18 - Defined Area Overlay for Public Safety
DS
18.
Disposal (DS)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
18.1. Permitted Uses
waste disposal facility as approved by the Ministry of Environment, including a
sewage treatment plant and landfill site;
recycling centre;
water treatment, supply or storage facilities;
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
18.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses, not including a dwelling
unit
18.3. Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum)
1850 square metres
Property frontage (minimum)
Full services: 20 metres
Partial/private services: 25 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
70 %
Front yard (minimum)
15 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
15 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
10 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
15 metres
Landscaped open space (minimum)
10 %
Building height (maximum)
14 metres
however, any portion of a building or
structure erected above a height of 14
metres to a maximum of 30 metres, shall
be set back from the front property line,
side property lines, or rear property line a
further distance of 0.5 metres for each
metre the building or structure is erected
above a height of 14 metres.
18.5. Sewage Treatment Facility Buffer Overlay
The Sewage Treatment Facility Buffer Overlay zone is a second zone layered on top of
the underlying zone(s). Zone provisions in the Sewage Treatment Facility Buffer
Overlay are in accordance with the underlying zone(s).
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Section 18 - Defined Area Overlay for Public Safety
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In accordance with the Ministry of Environment Guidelines D-2 (Compatibility between
Sewage Treatment and Sensitive Land Use) and D-1-3 (Land Use Compatibility:
Definitions), the following sensitive uses are not permitted within the Sewage Treatment
Facility Buffer Overlay:
Residential uses, including a residence accessory to an agricultural operation, uses
listed in the R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5 zones;
Recreational uses including trailer parks, campgrounds, golf courses, parks and
picnic areas;
Institutional uses including long-term care homes, hospitals, schools, places of
worship, community centres and day care centres and similar uses:
Livestock facilities as part of an agricultural operation;
Orchards;
Bird and wildlife habitats or sanctuaries.
The buffer area is measured from the periphery of the noise/odour producing
source/structure.
The buffer will extend for 150 metres surrounding the Grand Bend Sewage Treatment
Facility located on Lot 6, Concession Aux Sables, Stephen Ward.
The buffer will extend for 100 metres surrounding the Exeter Sewage Treatment Facility
on Lot 24, Concession 2, Stephen Ward.
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Section 19
Extractive Resources
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19.
Extractive Resources (ER1)
Within the following zones, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or
erect or alter any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the
following provisions:
19.1. Permitted Uses
agricultural use, limited;
agricultural uses as they existed at the date of passage of this by-law and the
expansion of existing agricultural buildings subject to the zone provisions of the
General Agriculture (AG1) Zone;
extractive use licensed under the Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act;
mineral aggregate operation or any other operation licensed under the Aggregate
Resources Act;
processing of extracted materials from the site including crushing, screening,
washing, sorting and storing of materials, and a portable asphalt plant, but not
including a permanent asphalt/concrete/ready mix batching plant;
uses permitted in the Natural Environment (NE1) Zone;
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
accessory storage containers in accordance with General Provisions
19.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses, including an office, service,
storage, and maintenance building;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses, not including a dwelling
unit.
19.3. Zone Provisions
Front yard (minimum)
17 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
17 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
17 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
25 metres
19.4. Special Provisions
19.4.1.
Rehabilitation
The site shall be mined, managed and rehabilitated in accordance with the
Regulations of the Aggregate Resources Act and a site plan as approved by
the Ministry of Natural Resources.
19.4.2.
Excavation Limitations
No excavation shall occur or be expanded within the following minimum
setbacks:
Dwelling
150 metres
Land used for residential purposes
30 metres
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Land designated as a settlement area
30 metres
Top-of-bank of any body of water or water
course that is not the result of excavation
below the water table
30 metres
Boundary of the site
15 metres
Street line
30 metres
Where 2 extractive operations abut and are operated at the same time thus
permitting a more efficient use of the available aggregate, the setback of 15
metres from the boundary of the site may be waived conditional upon a signed
agreement being registered against the deeds of both properties and upon
Ministry of Natural Resources approval.
Where an extractive operation abuts a street and a reduced setback would
permit a more efficient use of aggregate, the setback from the street may be
reduced conditional upon a signed agreement between the owner of the street
and the owner/licensee and upon Ministry of Natural Resources approval.
Setbacks for extraction and structures from the Natural Environment zones
shall be in accordance with General Provisions Natural Environment Zone
Setback
19.4.4.
Future Uses Following Rehabilitation
Following rehabilitation a General Agriculture (AG1) or Natural Environment
Zone 1 (NE1) use is permitted subject to the provisions of the respective zone.
19.4.5.
Repair, Renovation, Expansion of Existing Buildings
Where a residence, accessory storage structure or barn was erected prior to
the date of passing of this By-law the said building or structure may be
repaired, renovated or expanded in accordance with the provisions of the
General Agriculture (AG1) zone.
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Section 20
Extractive Industrial
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20.
Extractive Industrial (ER2)
Within the following zones, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or
erect or alter any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the
following provisions:
20.1. Permitted Uses
accessory storage containers in accordance with General Provisions
agricultural use, limited;
agricultural uses as they existed at the date of passage of this by-law and the
expansion of existing agricultural buildings subject to the zone provisions of the
General Agriculture (AG1) Zone;
extractive use licensed under the Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act;
mineral aggregate operation or any other operation licensed under the Aggregate
Resources Act;
permanent asphalt/concrete/ready mix batching plant;
processing of extracted materials from the site including crushing, screening,
washing, sorting and storing of materials, and a portable asphalt plant, but not
including a permanent asphalt/concrete/ready mix batching plant;
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
uses permitted in the Natural Environment (NE1) Zone;
20.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses, not including a dwelling
unit.
20.3. Zone Provisions
Property coverage (maximum)
20 %
Rear yard (minimum)
17 metres
Side yard (minimum)
17 metres
Additional setbacks for buildings or structures for a permanent asphalt/concrete/ready
mix batching plant:
Front yard (minimum)
90 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
90 metres
Additional setbacks for other permitted structures including accessory structures:
Front yard (minimum)
25 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
25 metres
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20.4. Special Provisions
20.4.1.
Rehabilitation
The site shall be mined, managed and rehabilitated in accordance with the
Regulations of the Aggregate Resources Act and a site plan as approved by
the Ministry of Natural Resources.
20.4.2.
Excavation Limitations
No excavation shall occur or be expanded within the following minimum
setbacks:
Dwelling
150 metres
Land used for residential purposes
30 metres
Land designated as a settlement area
30 metres
Top-of-bank of any body of water or water
course that is not the result of excavation
below the water table
30 metres
Boundary of the site
15 metres
Street line
30 metres
Where 2 extractive operations abut and are operated at the same time thus
permitting a more efficient use of the available aggregate, the setback of 15
metres from the boundary of the site may be waived conditional upon a signed
agreement being registered against the deeds of both properties and upon
Ministry of Natural Resources approval.
Where an extractive operation abuts a street and a reduced setback would
permit a more efficient use of aggregate, the setback from the street may be
reduced conditional upon a signed agreement between the owner of the street
and the owner/licensee and upon Ministry of Natural Resources approval.
Setbacks for extraction and structures from the Natural Environment zones
shall be in accordance with General Provisions Natural Environment Zone
Setback
20.4.3.
Future Uses Following Rehabilitation
Following rehabilitation a General Agriculture (AG1) or Natural Environment
Zone 1 (NE1) use is permitted subject to the provisions of the respective zone.
20.4.4.
Repair, Renovation, Expansion of Existing Buildings
Where a residence, accessory storage structure or barn was erected prior to
the date of passing of this By-law the said building or structure may be
repaired, renovated or expanded in accordance with the provisions of the
General Agriculture (AG1) zone.
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20.4.5.
Location
An extractive industrial zone is only permitted within an area licensed as a pit or
quarry in accordance with the Regulations of the Aggregate Resources Act
20.4.6.
Setback for Industrial Building or Structure
An Extractive Industrial (ER2) building or structure shall be located a minimum
distance of 90 metres from any permanent dwelling unit on the same subject
property, and 300 metres from any permanent dwelling unit on an adjacent
property.
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21.
Flood Fringe Overlay (FF)
Within this Overlay, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or
alter any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
21.1. Permitted Uses
In accordance with the zones found within the flood fringe area.
21.2. Permitted Structures
In accordance with the zones found within the flood fringe area.
21.3. Zone Provisions
The flood fringe is a second zone layered on top of the underlying zone(s) and extends
from the limit of the flood way (zoned FW) to the limit of the flood plain (zoned FF).
Zone provisions for FF zones are in accordance with the underlying zone(s) found
within the flood fringe area. In addition, the placing or removal of fill will be subject to
the approval of the Conservation Authority and the construction of permitted buildings
and structures will be subject to flood damage reduction measures determined in
consultation with the Conservation Authority.
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22.
Floodway (FW)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
22.1. Permitted Uses
conservation
passive recreation
forestry
uses accessory to a permitted use
22.2. Permitted Structures
accessory structures for the maintenance of the permitted uses as well as trails
and footpaths, including stiles, stairs, bridges and benches, subject to the
approval of the Conservation Authority;
structures for flood and/or erosion control prevention, subject to the approval of
the Conservation Authority.
22.3. Zone Provisions
New and expanding structures shall be established and constructed in accordance with
the requirements of the Conservation Authority, including flood damage reduction
measures.
The placing or removal of fill will be subject to the approval of the Conservation Authority.
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23.
Holding (-H) (as per By-law 29-2022)
Within zones with the Holding symbol (-H) appended to the zone symbol, no person
shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any building or structure for
any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
23.1 Permitted Uses
- uses legally existing on the date of the passing of this By-law;
- uses accessory to the permitted uses.
23.2 Permitted Structures
- buildings and structures legally existing on the date of passing of this By-law;
- buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses
23.1 Special Provisions
23.1.1
New Development
No new development of land will be permitted in a zone with a Holding (-H) symbol,
until such time as the Holding symbol has been removed.
23.1.2
Existing Residences
Existing residences will be allowed to expand, enlarge or re-establish provided the
provisions of the Residential Medium Density (R2) zone are complied with and the
number of dwelling units is not increased.
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24.
Lakeshore Residential (LR1)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
24.1. Permitted Uses
conservation
forestry uses
recreation, passive
private park
public park
single detached dwelling
24.2. Accessory Uses
a guest cabin accessory to a single detached dwelling (As per by-law 37-1984);
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
24.3. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
24.4. Zone Provisions
With Public Water
Without Public Water
Zone area, including all portions of
the property zoned NE2 (minimum)
796 square metres
1400 square metres
Property frontage (minimum)
23 metres
23 metres
Front yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
7.5 metres
Side yard (minimum)
3.0 metres
3.0 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
7.5 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
25 %
25 %
Building height (maximum)
12 metres
12 metres
24.5 Lakefront Front Yard
For properties fronting on Lake Huron and for properties abutting or including the top-of-
bank of Lake Huron, the property frontage and the front yard may be deemed to abut
either the street or lake.
24.6. Storage Sheds on Vacant Properties
On vacant properties in the Lakeshore Residential (LR1) Zone, 1 accessory storage
shed is permitted prior to the construction of the main single detached dwelling subject
to the following requirements for the shed:
a) maximum size of 10 sq. metres;
b) maximum height of 5.5 metres;
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c) not used for human habitation and does not contain plumbing;
d) structurally moveable; and
e) located in the required rear yard with a minimum setback from property lines of
1.25 metres.
24.7. Special Provisions
24.7.1.
LR1-1 (Maple Grove)
Notwithstanding the requirement of this by-law that only 1 main building per
property is allowed, the area zoned LR1-1 may be used for more than 1
dwelling unit, subject to the following provisions:
An area equal to not less than 50% of the total of the area zoned LR1-1
and the abutting area zoned NE1 shall be retained in a conservation,
forestry, natural environment or passive recreation use;
An area equal to not more than 50% of the total of the area zoned LR1-1
and the abutting area zoned NE1 may develop at a net density of 1
dwelling unit per 796 sq. metres;
Separation distance between dwelling units (minimum) - 6 metres.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
24.7.2.
LR1-2 (Oakwood Park)
Notwithstanding the minimum property area provisions of the Lakeshore
Residential (LR1) Zone to the contrary, the following provision shall apply in an
area zoned LR1-2:
a) Property area (minimum): 1400 sq. m
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
24.7.3.
LR1-2-1 (As Per By-law 43-2014)
Notwithstanding the minimum frontage provisions of the Lakeshore Residential
(LR1) Zone, the following provisions shall apply in an area zoned LR1-2-1:
a) Property frontage (minimum) with Public Water: 20.595 metres
24.7.4.
LR1-2-2 (As per By-law 43-2014)
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary, the following
provisions shall apply to an area zoned LR1-2-2:
a) no building or structure shall be erected closer than 6.0 metres from the
top-of-bank of a natural watercourse or open municipal drain or Lake
Huron which is more than 7.5 metres in width from top-of-bank to top-of-
bank.
b) property frontage (minimum) with Public Water: 20.095 metres
24.7.5.
LR1-3 (As per By-law 21-1986)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Lakeshore Residential (LR1) Zone the
contrary, the following shall apply to the property zoned LR1-3:
a) property area (minimum) 698 sq. metres;
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All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
24.7.6.
LR1-4 (As per By-law 20-1992)
Notwithstanding the General Provisions Section of this by-law to the contrary
an additional lot may be created by consent in the area zoned LR1-4 where
such lot and remnant lot do not abut or front a public road, provided such lot
and remnant lot each has access to a public road via a private right-of-way for
the passage of persons and vehicles in common with others entitled thereto.
24.7.7.
LR1-5 (As per By-law 53-2007)
Notwithstanding the General Provisions of this By-law to the contrary, no
building or structure shall be erected closer than 10.9 metres (36 feet) from the
top-of-bank of Lake Huron on the property zoned LR1-5. All other provisions of
this By-law shall apply.
24.7.8.
LR1-6 (As per By-law 55-2023)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned LR1-6, a
septic system is also a permitted main use. This septic system shall be located
so that sufficient area remains for a potential single detached dwelling and its
septic system to also be constructed on the property.
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25.
Light Industrial (M1)
Within the following Zones, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or
erect or alter any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the
following provisions:
25.1. Permitted Uses
accessory storage containers in accordance with General Provisions
accessory use subordinate to and located on the same property as a permitted
main use including an office, showroom, retail outlet, cafeteria, or a wholesale
outlet
agricultural equipment sales and supply establishment
agricultural industrial establishment
agricultural processing establishment, but not dead stock removal
agricultural service establishment
assembly, manufacturing, fabricating, packaging, printing, publishing plant or
warehouse conducted and wholly contained within an enclosed building
auto body shop
bottle return depot
cannabis production facility
catering service or light equipment rentals
commercial storage warehouse (rental units)
communications facility
contractor or tradesperson's yard and/or shop, Type "A"
dry cleaning establishment
furniture refinishing, woodworking or upholstery shop
indoor sports and recreational facility
industrial mall
machine shop
microbrewery
motor vehicle service and/or repair shop
mushroom growing facility
nursery stock and/or landscaping business
parking lot
printing plant
public or private garage
recycling centre
research facility
service industrial use
sewage and solid waste management, but not a transfer facility or landfill site
textile plant
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the following uses legally existing on the day of the passing of this By-law:
a single detached dwelling, and the re-establishment of same in the event
of accidental destruction
transport truck terminal and/or yard, including cartage and/or express business
warehouse or storage industry wholly enclosed within a building
wholesale outlet
window and plate glass establishment
25.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
25.3. Zone Provisions
Lot area (minimum)
1,400 square metres
Lot frontage (minimum)
25 metres
Front yard setback (minimum)
7 metres
Side yard (minimum)
5 metres
Exterior Side Yard (Minimum)
15 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
5 metres
Building height (maximum)
20 metres
Zone coverage in M1 zone (maximum)
50 %
Zone coverage in M2 zone (maximum)
70 %
Landscaped open space (minimum)
10 %
Corner lots
Side yard requirements may be
substituted for rear yard requirements.
The exterior side yards for corner lots
shall be 6 metres.
25.4. General Industrial Provisions
25.4.1.
Main Buildings and Uses
More than 1 main building and more than 1 main use are permitted in Industrial
(M1, M2) zones.
25.4.2.
Planting Strips
Planting Strips shall be provided in the side and rear yards of lands zoned or
used for any industrial purpose where they abut lands zoned or used for
residential, recreational, institutional or park purposes, in accordance with the
Planting Strip General Provisions of this By-law.
25.4.3.
Front Yard Planting Area
a) a planting area of not less than 7 metres in depth abutting the front lot
line and running the entire width of the lot shall be required. The ground
surface shall be planted with any combination of shrubs and/or
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evergreens, flower beds or grass. Such planting area shall be
maintained at all times, consistent with the season.
b) where interrupted by walkways or driveways, a planting area shall be
located, planted and maintained in such a way as not to form an
obstruction to traffic. Or closer than 1 metre to a walkway or driveway
c) where required on a corner lot or street corner, a planting strip shall be
located in such a way as not to form a visual obstruction for traffic
25.4.4.
Uses Permitted in Yards
a) a railway spur line is permitted in any required yard.
b) a parking area accessory to the industrial use of the lot is permitted in
any yard except a required front yard.
25.4.5.
Outside Storage
The outdoor storage of goods or materials shall be permitted provided that:
a) the outdoor storage is accessory to the use of the main building on the
property, and
b) the outdoor storage does not cover more than 75% of the zone area
c) in addition, no outdoor storage is permitted in the side yard or rear yard
abutting or across the street from a non-industrial zone unless the
outdoor storage is enclosed, to a minimum height of 1.8 metres, by a
fence, planting strip or decorative masonry wall or has a site plan for the
outdoor storage approved under the Planning Act
25.4.6.
Property Abutting a Railway
For proposed development within 100 metres of a railway right-of-way, the
proponent may be required to undertake noise studies to the satisfaction of the
Municipality and the Ministry of the Environment in consultation with the
appropriate railway, and may be required to undertake appropriate measures to
mitigate any adverse effects from noise.
For proposed developments within 50 metres of a railway right-of-way, the
proponent may be required to undertake vibration studies, to the satisfaction of
the Municipality in consultation with the appropriate railway, and shall
undertake appropriate measures to mitigate any adverse effects from vibration
that were identified.
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, where any
property line or portion thereof abuts a railway, the interior side yard or rear
yard along that portion of the property line which abuts the railway shall be: 0
metres
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25.4.7.
Maximum Commercial Floor Area
The maximum amount of commercial floor area accessory to a main industrial
use shall be not more than 25% of the gross floor area of the main use.
25.4.8.
Existing Use Provisions
The property area, property frontage, all yards, gross floor area of the main
building, property coverage and building height, shall apply as they lawfully
exist on the day of the passing of this By-law.
25.4.9.
Property Subject to Utility Easement
Where any industrial property is subject to a utility easement, the building
setbacks shall also be in accordance with the applicable utility's requirements.
25.4.10. Servicing Limitations
All industrial uses locating in the Light Industrial (M1) zone shall be dry
industries.
25.4.11. Thames Road Corridor
In Light Industrial (M1) Zoned properties along Highway 83 (Thames Road) the
following additional uses are permitted:
Bus depot;
Equipment and tool and sales and rental establishment;
Landscaping and garden supply establishment;
Manufacturing and/or processing of a product intended for retail sale;
Marine supply and service establishment;
Offices, including professional (excluding a clinic), scientific, information
and technical services, real estate, insurance and financial services and
training centres;
Private sports and recreation facility;
Refillable propane exchange program;
Research facility;
Service and repair shop;
Vocational training.
25.5. Special Zones
25.5.1.
M1-1 (As per By-law 36-1989 and By-law 34-1991)
In addition to the permitted uses set out in the Light Industrial (M1) Zone, the
following uses shall be permitted in the M1-1 zone:
a business or professional office, except medical or dental offices;
an automotive supply retail outlet;
a building supply outlet;
an equipment sales, rental and servicing establishment, excluding sale
and rental of home entertainment equipment;
a catering service;
a motorcycle, snowmobile or small implement sales and service
establishment;
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a veterinary clinic
a plant for the manufacture, fabrication, processing and assembly of
racquetball, squash and similar courts;
a recreation club for racquet sports and related recreation facilities.
25.5.2.
M1-2 (As per By-law 2-1990)
Notwithstanding the uses permitted in the Light Industrial (M1) Zone, the
following additional uses are permitted:
an automobile service station;
a gas bar;
a car wash establishment;
a retail store in excess of 1000 square metres, specializing in sporting
goods, home and hardware goods, automotive supplies and services
and similar goods and services but does not include a shopping centre
or any other use defined herein.
Notwithstanding the Light Industrial (M1) Zone, the zone provisions of the
Grouped Commercial (C6) Zone apply to the M1-2 zone.
25.5.3.
M1-3 (As per by-law 37-1997)
Notwithstanding the permitted uses in the Light Industrial (M1) Zone, the M1-3
zone is limited to the following uses:
Cottage industries which term shall mean the erection and/or the use of a
building and/or structure for 1 or more of the following trades and uses:
carpentry or woodworking;
an electrical/electrician's shop;
window framing;
plumbing service;
ceramics manufacture;
furniture repair and upholstering;
accessory retail;
light manufacturing and assembly and/or light fabrication.
A detached dwelling containing a single dwelling unit as an accessory
use.
Notwithstanding the Light Industrial (M1) Zone, the following special provisions
apply to an industrial building in the M1-3 zone:
Permitted industrial buildings/structures shall not exceed 200 sq. m. in
ground floor area;
Minimum Setback: 20 metres;
Interior Side Yard: 5 metres;
A pylon sign and a wall-mounted sign are permitted, provided a
maximum sign height of 3 metres and maximum total sign area of 4
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square metres. The Sign must be located to the rear of an accessory
dwelling.
Notwithstanding the Light Industrial (M1) Zone, the following special provisions
apply to an accessory detached dwelling in the M1-3 zone:
The accessory residential dwelling shall be to the front of the industrial
building or structure;
Minimum Front Yard Setback: 7 metres;
Minimum Side Yard Setback: 2 metres.
Minimum exterior side yard: 5 metres;
Maximum building height: 10 metres
Maximum lot area: 2000 sq metres
In all other ways, the Light Industrial (M1) Zone provisions apply.
25.5.4.
M1-4 (As per By-laws 35-1999 and 13-2000)
Notwithstanding the uses permitted in the Light Industrial (M1) Zone, the uses
in the M1-4 zone are restricted to:
A cottage industry, which shall mean the erection and/or use of a
building and/or structure and/or land for 1 or more of the following:
a cartage, express or truck transport terminal;
a craft manufacturing business
a truck maintenance storage facility and/or yard;
carpentry or woodworking shop;
an electrician's shop;
window framing;
plumbing service;
ceramics manufacture;
furniture repair and upholstering;
small engine repair and service;
retail accessory to a cottage industry use;
light manufacturing and assembly and/or light fabrication;
a detached dwelling containing a single dwelling unit as an accessory
use.
Notwithstanding the Light Industrial (M1) Zone provisions of this By-law, the
following special provisions apply to an industrial building in the M1-4 zone:
permitted industrial buildings/structures shall not exceed 250 square
metres. in ground floor area;
minimum Setback from a residential zone - 20 metres;
minimum Interior Side Yard - 5 metres.
minimum exterior side yard - 5 metres
In all other ways, the provisions of the M1 zone apply.
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25.5.5.
M1-5 (As per By-law 68-2013)
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of the Light Industrial (M1) zone, and in
addition to any other provisions a radio broadcasting station and ancillary
outdoor equipment and storage is permitted in the M1-5 zone. All other
provisions of this by-law shall apply.
25.5.6.
M1-6 (As per By-law 76-2013)
Notwithstanding the uses permitted the Light Industrial (M1) Zone, the following
uses only are permitted in the M1-6 zone:
a warehouse for the storage of goods and materials within a wholly
enclosed building or structure;
a wholesale outlet;
a parking lot;
a retail outlet, business office or an eating establishment accessory to a
permitted use (provided the primary use is a Class I facility as per
Ministry of Environment guidelines);
a contractor's yard, Type "A";
a lumber yard;
a roofing contractor yard; and
buildings and structures accessory to the foregoing uses.
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
25.5.7.
M1-7 (As per By-law 76-2013)
Notwithstanding the uses permitted in the Light Industrial (M1) Zone the
following uses only are permitted in the M1-7 zone:
a seasonal work camp; and
buildings and structures accessory to the foregoing uses.
The total floor area for building(s) and/or trailer(s) used for seasonal
accommodation shall not exceed 400 square metres.
The maximum height of any building or trailer shall be 5 metres.
The number of occupants in any building or trailer shall not exceed 1
resident per 7.45 square metres (80 square feet).
For the purposes of the M1-7 zone, a seasonal work camp means a
building, group of buildings, trailer and/or a group of trailers providing
seasonal accommodation for workers in the food production/processing
industries. Seasonal accommodation shall exclude winter occupancy.
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
25.5.8.
M1-8 (As per By-law 11-1987, 13-1997 and 29-2023)
All uses permitted in the Light Industrial (M1) Zone are permitted in the M1-8
zone.
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Notwithstanding the permitted uses in the Light Industrial (M1) zone, the
following additional uses are permitted in the M1-8 zone:
Service industry including, but not limited to, establishments for the
service and repair of all types of motor vehicles, aircraft, boats,
recreational vehicles and other marine crafts, as well as related
equipment and accessories.
An accessory residential use contained in a mobile home for the
exclusive use of an on-site caretaker.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Light Industrial (M1) zone to the contrary,
the following special provision shall apply to the area zoned VM1-8:
Rear Yard Depth (minimum): 30 metres.
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
25.5.9.
M1-9 (As per By-laws 33-1992 and 34-1993)
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of the Light Industrial (M1) zone, the area
zoned M1-9 allows only the following permitted uses:
an automotive body shop;
a contractor's shop, Type "A";
a garage, public;
a retail outlet, a wholesale outlet or office accessory to a permitted use;
a storage industry or warehouse;
a transport terminal or yard;
uses accessory to the permitted uses;
a service station including small engine repair, boat sales and servicing
(as per By-law 34-1993)
Notwithstanding the General Provisions for planting strips a planting strip
shall not be required. A 5 foot fence shall be provided along the north
property boundary.
All other provisions of this by-law shall apply.
25.5.10. M1-10
All uses permitted in the Light Industrial (M1) Zone are permitted in the M1-10
zone.
Notwithstanding the permitted uses in the Light Industrial (M1) zone, the
following additional uses are permitted in the M1-10 zone:
service industry including, but not limited to, establishments for the
service and repair of all types of motor vehicles, aircraft, boats,
recreational vehicles and other marine crafts, as well as related
equipment and accessories.
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25.5.11. M1-11
In addition to the permitted uses listed in the M1 zone, a veterinary clinic is also
a permitted use in the M1-11 zone. All other provisions of By-law 69-2018 shall
apply. (As amended by By-law 58-2020)
25.5.12. M1-12-H
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned M1-12, the
permitted uses include outdoor storage of manufactured products, a precast
manufacturing facility, and all M1 uses with the exception of a dry cleaning
establishment, medical marihuana production facility, mushroom growing
facility, or sewage and solid waste management.
In place of a required planting strip, on the lands zoned M1-12, a minimum 20
metres wide landscaped buffer containing a minimum 3 metres high berm
and/or sound wall shall be established adjacent to the north and west property
lines.
In addition to any other lighting requirements or restrictions that may apply, on
the lands zoned M1-12, within areas devoted or used for outdoor (outside)
storage, no lighting shall be placed or affixed or mounted upon a pole or light
standard.
The -H symbol attached to the M1-12 zone may be removed once an
acceptable study addressing off-site impacts of the proposed use has been
prepared. The outdoor storage of manufactured products and related
accessory uses are permitted while the zone has the -H symbol.
(As amended by By-law 85-2022)
25.5.13. M1-13
Notwithstanding the M1 provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned M1-13 the
only permitting use is an electric motor manufacturing and repair/refurbishment
workshop involving the disassembly of motor housing and motor core
assemblies, electrical interconnection of new coils on the motor (iron) core,
reassembly of the rebuilt motor core assembly into the housing assembly, and
the sealing of the housing and pressure testing, as well as accessory uses
related to the workshop. Industrial storage is also permitted. Within the M1-13
zone, a minimum 1.5 metre high solid fence may be provided instead of a
planting strip.
(As amended by By-law 75-2023)
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26.
General Industrial (M2)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
26.1. Permitted Uses
accessory use subordinate to and located on the same property as a permitted
main use including an office, showroom, retail outlet, cafeteria, or a wholesale
outlet
agricultural industrial establishment
agricultural processing establishment, but not dead stock removal
agricultural service establishment
agricultural equipment sales and supply establishment
assembly, manufacturing, fabricating, packaging, printing, publishing plant or
warehouse conducted and wholly contained within an enclosed building
auto body shop
bottle return depot
brewery
cannabis production facility
carbon dioxide plant
Cartage express truck transport terminal or truck transport yard
catering service or light equipment rentals
chemical plant
commercial storage warehouse (rental units)
communications facility
composting facility
contractor's or tradesperson's yard and/or shop, Type "A"
contractor's yard, Type "B"
dairy
dry cleaning establishment
ethanol plant
feed or flour mill
foundry for casting of metals
fuel storage tank or supply yard
furniture refinishing, woodworking or upholstery shop
grain elevator
industrial mall
lumber yard
machine shop
motor vehicle service and/or repair shop
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mushroom growing facility
nursery stock and/or landscaping business
parking lot
planing or saw mill
plant, ready mix (a concrete or asphalt plant)
plating plant
printing plant
public or private garage
radio or television tower
recycling centre
research facility
roofing contractor's yard
sand, gravel or coal storage and sales yard
service industrial use
sewage and solid waste management, but not a transfer facility or landfill site
textile plant
the following uses legally existing on the day of the passing of this By-law:
a single detached dwelling, and the re-establishment of same in the event
of accidental destruction
transport truck terminal and/or yard, including cartage and/or express business
warehouse or storage industry wholly enclosed within a building
wholesale outlet
window and plate glass establishment
accessory storage containers in accordance with General Provisions
26.2. Permitted Structures
Buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
Buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
26.3. Zone Provisions
Lot area (minimum)
1,400 square metres
Lot frontage (minimum)
25 metres
Front yard setback (minimum)
7 metres
Side yard (minimum)
5 metres
Exterior Side Yard (Minimum)
15 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
5 metres
Building height (maximum)
20 metres
Lot coverage in M1 zone (maximum)
50 %
Lot coverage in M2 zone (maximum)
70 %
Landscaped open space (minimum)
10 %
Corner lots
Side yard requirements may be
substituted for rear yard requirements.
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The exterior side yards for corner lots
shall be 6 metres.
26.4. General Industrial Provisions
26.4.1.
Main Buildings and Uses
More than 1 main building and more than 1 main use are permitted in Industrial
(M1, M2) zones.
26.4.2.
Planting Strips
Planting Strips shall be provided in the side and rear yards of lands zoned or
used for any industrial purpose where they abut lands zoned or used for
residential, recreational, institutional or park purposes, in accordance with the
Planting Strip General Provisions of this By-law.
26.4.3.
Front Yard Planting Area
a) a planting area of not less than 7 metres in depth abutting the front lot
line and running the entire width of the lot shall be required. The ground
surface shall be planted with any combination of shrubs and/or
evergreens, flower beds or grass. Such planting area shall be
maintained at all times, consistent with the season.
b) where interrupted by walkways or driveways, a planting area shall be
located, planted and maintained in such a way as not to form an
obstruction to traffic. Or closer than 1 metre to a walkway or driveway
c) where required on a corner lot or street corner, a planting strip shall be
located in such a way as not to form a visual obstruction for traffic
26.4.4.
Uses Permitted in Yards
a railway spur line is permitted in any required yard.
a parking area accessory to the industrial use of the lot is permitted in
any yard except a required front yard.
26.4.5.
Outside Storage
The outdoor storage of goods or materials shall be permitted provided that:
a) the outdoor storage is accessory to the use of the main building on the
property, and
b) the outdoor storage does not cover more than 75% of the zone area
c) in addition, no outdoor storage is permitted in the side yard or rear yard
abutting or across the street from a non-industrial zone unless the
outdoor storage is enclosed, to a minimum height of 1.8 metres, by a
fence, planting strip or decorative masonry wall or has a site plan for the
outdoor storage approved under the Planning Act
26.4.6.
Property Abutting a Railway
For proposed development within 100 metres of a railway right-of-way, the
proponent may be required to undertake noise studies to the satisfaction of the
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Municipality and the Ministry of the Environment in consultation with the
appropriate railway, and may be required to undertake appropriate measures to
mitigate any adverse effects from noise.
For proposed developments within 50 metres of a railway right-of-way, the
proponent may be required to undertake vibration studies, to the satisfaction of
the Municipality in consultation with the appropriate railway, and shall
undertake appropriate measures to mitigate any adverse effects from vibration
that were identified.
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this By-law to the contrary, where any
property line or portion thereof abuts a railway, the interior side yard or rear
yard along that portion of the property line which abuts the railway shall be: 0
metres
26.4.7.
Maximum Commercial Floor Area
The maximum amount of commercial floor area accessory to a main industrial
use shall be not more than 25% of the gross floor area of the main use.
26.5. Existing Use provisions
The property area, property frontage, all yards, gross floor area of the main building,
property coverage and building height, shall apply as they lawfully exist on the day of
the passing of this By-law.
26.6. Property Subject to Utility Easement
Where any industrial property is subject to a utility easement, the building setbacks shall
also be in accordance with the applicable utility's requirements.
26.7. Open uses permitted
Any use permitted in an M2 Zone need not be conducted in a wholly enclosed building
or structure in the M2 zone.
26.8. Servicing limitations
In discharging to municipal sewage systems, M2 industries must comply with all existing
Sewer Use By-laws of the Municipality of South Huron (By-law 24-1987 and its
derivatives). Industrial uses that would emit heavy metals, hydrocarbons or other
effluents that cannot be processed effectively using the existing sewage treatment
facilities in Exeter are not permitted.
26.9. Thames Road Corridor
In General Industrial (M2) Zoned properties along Highway 83 (Thames Road) the
following additional uses are permitted:
Bus depot;
Equipment and tool and sales and rental establishment;
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Landscaping and garden supply establishment;
Manufacturing and/or processing of a product intended for retail sale;
Marine supply and service establishment;
Offices, including professional (excluding a clinic), scientific, information and
technical services, real estate, insurance and financial services and training
centres;
Private sports and recreation facility;
Refillable propane exchange program;
Research facility;
Service and repair shop;
Vocational training.
26.10. Special Zones
26.10.1. M2-1 Huron Park
In the area zoned M2-1, the requirements of M2 zone shall apply in addition to
the following special provisions:
a) separation distances between buildings and structures for the permitted
uses will be a minimum of 9 metres.
b) any use which meets the general definition of Industrial Use included in
this By-law is permitted in the M2-1 zone, and is not to be limited by the
permitted uses of the M2 zone.
26.10.2. M2-2 (As per By-law 6-1988)
Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses set out for the General Industrial (M2)
zone, any industrial use located within the area zoned M2-2 shall be a dry
industry.
26. 10.3. M2-3 (As per By-law 16-1990)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone, there shall
be no lot frontage requirement for any area zoned as M2-3. A planting strip
shall not be required along the most southerly lot line of those lands zoned M2-
3.
26. 10.4. M2-4 (As per By-law 33-1991)
In addition to the uses permitted by the General Industrial (M2) zone, a nursery
stock and landscaping supply dealership will be permitted in the M2-4 zone.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone, a front yard
planting area of not less than 3 metres in depth abutting the front lot line and
running the entire width of the lot shall be required. The ground surface shall be
planted with any combination of shrubs, flower beds or grass.
Notwithstanding the General Provisions for parking of this by-law, a minimum of
12 parking spaces will be provided for a nursery stock and landscaping supply
dealership in the M2-4 Zone.
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26. 10.5. M2-5 (As per by-laws 26-1994 and 37-1994)
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of the General Industrial (M2) zone, an
automobile sales establishment is permitted as accessory to an automobile
repair shop within the M2-5 zone.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone to the
contrary, all industrial uses that locate in the M2-5 zone must be dry industries.
26. 10.6. M2-6 (As per By-law 37-1994)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone to the
contrary, all industrial uses located in the M2-6 zone must be dry industries.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone to the
contrary, the minimum lot frontage shall be 20 metres (65.6 feet) within the M2-
6 zone.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone to the
contrary, no building, structure, storage or placement of fill shall be permitted
within 15 metres of the top of bank for the watercourse within the area affected
by Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation 142/90.
26. 10.7. M2-7 (As per By-law 88-2011)
Notwithstanding the industrial zone provisions of the General Industrial (M2)
zone, the following special provisions apply in the M2-7 zone:
Lot area (minimum)
917 square metres
Side yard - west side only (minimum)
3 metres
Side yard - east side only (minimum)
1.2 metres
Rear yard setback (minimum)
3 metres
26.10.8. M2-8 (As per by-laws 32-2015)
In the area zoned M2-8 the requirements of the General Industrial (M2) and
Airport Lands - Airport Related Uses (AL2) Zones shall apply in addition to the
following special provisions:
Notwithstanding the provisions of General Industrial (M2) zone to the
contrary, the area zoned M2-8 may include an aircraft runway
Storage must be covered and/or contained in buildings and/or structures
The existing number of parking spaces being 69 (including two (2)
limited mobility spaces and two (2) accessible parking spaces) shall be
maintained, and no additional spaces are required. Where an industrial
use is proposed other than the uses existing on the date of passing of
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this by-law, the related parking and loading space requirements set out
in the General Provisions of this By-law shall apply.
separation distances between buildings and structures for the permitted
uses will be a minimum of 9 metres.
any use which meets the general definition of Industrial Use included in
this By-law is permitted in the M2-1 zone, and is not to be limited by the
permitted uses of the M2 zone.
26. 10.9. M2-9 (As per by-laws 37-2016)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone to the
contrary the permitted uses on lands zoned M2-9 shall be limited to the
following:
non obnoxious uses involving light manufacturing, processing, printing,
assembly, storage, warehousing and distribution uses, within wholly
enclosed buildings or screened enclosures
a contractor's yard
a parking lot
buildings and structures accessory to the foregoing uses
uses accessory to the foregoing uses
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone to the
contrary, accessory buildings and structures are to be limited in the front yard
only
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone to the
contrary, truck loading and unloading are to be permitted in the front yard only
Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone screened
storage shall be permitted in the front yard only subject to screening around the
perimeter of outside storage areas that may be established in the industrial
zone, where such areas can be viewed from a public street.
Notwithstanding General Industrial (M2) zone provisions the rear yard setback
in the M2-9 zone is 30 metres.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
26.10.10. M2-10 (As per by-laws 36-2018)
In the area zoned M2-10 the following special provisions shall apply:
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26.10.10.1. Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone
to the contrary, a rear yard depth abutting the internal rear property line of 3.3
metres (minimum) is permitted.
26.10.10.2 Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone
to the contrary, a rear yard depth abutting the west side of flanking street
(Canada Avenue) of 0 metres (minimum) is permitted.
26.10.10.3. Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone
to the contrary, a side yard depth abutting the south side of flanking street
(Canada Avenue) of 0 metres (minimum) is permitted.
26.10.10.4. Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone
to the contrary, a side yard depth abutting the southeast side of flanking street
(Canada Avenue) of 1.4 metres (minimum) is permitted.
26.10.10.5. Notwithstanding the provision of the General Industrial (M2) zone to
the contrary, front yard depth of 2 metres (minimum) is permitted.
26.10.10.6. Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone
to the contrary, lot coverage is permitted at 75% (maximum).
26.10.10.7. Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Industrial (M2) zone
to the contrary, main building height is permitted at 20 metres (maximum).
26.10.10.8. Notwithstanding the Accessory Structure General Provisions of this
by-law to the contrary, accessory building and structure height is permitted at
12 metres (maximum).
26.10.10.9. Notwithstanding the Parking General Provisions of this by-law to
the contrary, parking requirements are one (1) parking space for each 140 sq.
metres or fraction thereof of building on the lot for an Industrial use.
26.10.10.10. Lands zoned M2-10 shall also be permitted any use which meets
the general definition of Industrial Use included in this By-law and is not to be
limited by the permitted uses of the M2 zone.
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27.
Natural Environment Zone 1 (NE1)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
27.1. Permitted Uses:
agricultural uses, as they existed on the date of passage of the by-law;
conservation
forestry
passive recreation
uses accessory to a permitted use
27.2. Permitted Structures
accessory buildings and structures (50 square metre maximum ground floor size)
for the maintenance of the permitted uses as well as trails and footpaths,
including stiles, stairs, bridges and benches, subject to the approval of the
Conservation Authority;
buildings and structures for flood and/or erosion control prevention, subject to the
approval of the Conservation Authority;
class 1 sewage disposal facility as per the Ontario Building Code.
27.3. Zone Provisions
The minimum front, rear, and side yards of new and expanding buildings and structures
will be established and constructed in accordance with the requirements of the relevant
approval authority and required studies.
The placing or removal of fill or the alteration of water courses is not permitted except in
accordance with the applicable regulations of the Conservation Authority.
Clearing of areas is prohibited. Except in accordance with the Huron County Forest
Conservation By-law 38-2013, as amended.
Drainage of areas is prohibited other than for a direct agricultural drainage outlet,
drainage required for permitted structures, and drains, with the exception of those
drains constructed in accordance with the Drainage Act, and the Tile Drainage Act, as
amended.
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27.4. Special Zones
27.4.1.
NE1-1 (Not used)
27.4.2.
NE1-2 South Huron Beach (Further to By-law 36-1984 and By-law 33-
1986)
Notwithstanding Section 5 Natural Environment Zone 1 (NE1) to the contrary,
the area zoned NE1-2 shall be limited to the following permitted uses and
structures:
a public park, but only on publicly owned lands in areas zoned NE1-2;
accessory buildings and structures for the maintenance of the permitted
uses as well as trails and footpaths, including stiles, stairs, bridges and
benches, subject to the approval of the Conservation Authority;
buildings and structures for flood and/or erosion control prevention,
subject to the approval of the Conservation Authority.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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NE2
28.
Natural Environment Zone 2 (NE2)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
28.1. Permitted Uses:
conservation
dwelling in existence at the date of passage of this by-law and the replacement of
such dwelling
forestry
home occupation or home industry in or accessory to a permitted dwelling
maple syrup production
passive recreation
uses accessory to a permitted use
28.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures permitted in the NE1 Zone;
buildings and structures accessory to a permitted dwelling;
buildings and structures existing on the date of passing of this by-law;
maple syrup evaporating facility.
28.3. Zone Provisions
The placing or removal of fill or the alteration of water courses is not permitted except in
accordance with the applicable regulations of the Conservation Authority.
Clearing of areas is prohibited. Except in accordance with the Huron County Forest
Conservation By-law 38-2013, as amended.
Drainage of areas is prohibited other than for a direct agricultural drainage outlet,
drainage required for permitted structures, and drains, with the exception of those
drains constructed in accordance with the Drainage Act, and the Tile Drainage Act, as
amended.
The minimum front, rear, and side yards of new and expanding buildings and structures
will be established and constructed in accordance with the requirements of the relevant
approval authority and required studies.
28.4. Existing Dwellings and their Replacement
The minimum front yard, rear yard, and side yards for an existing dwelling shall
constitute the minimum requirements for the dwelling and any replacement dwelling.
The zone coverage and height of existing buildings and structures constitutes the
maximum permitted for the dwelling and any replacement dwelling.
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28.4.1.
New and Expanding Non-Dwelling Buildings and Structures
The minimum front yard, rear yard, and side yards and maximum zone
coverage and building height for new and expanding buildings and structures
that are not dwellings will be established and constructed in accordance with
the requirements of the relevant approval authority and required studies.
Notwithstanding General Provisions Accessory Structures, and Section 28.4
Existing Dwellings and their Replacement to the contrary, in the NE2 areas
below the Lake Huron top-of-bank, a single accessory building is permitted in
any yard provided it is less than 10 square metres, not more than 1 storey, and
a maximum height of 4 metres.
28.5. Special Zones
28.5.1.
NE2-1 Dwelling in Natural Environment
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary, 1 single detached
dwelling is permitted on the property zoned NE2-1 subject to all provisions of
Agricultural Small Holding (AG4) Zone. Development of the zoned area shall
be in accordance with the fill and construction regulations of the Conservation
Authority. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
28.5.2.
NE2-2 (As per By-law 63-2004)
Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law to the contrary, 1 single detached
dwelling is permitted on the property zoned NE2-2 subject to provisions of
Agricultural Small Holding (AG4) Zone. Notwithstanding provisions in Section
28 Natural Environment Zone 2 (NE2) to the contrary, the property zoned NE2-
2 shall have a maximum property area of 40.47 hectares.
In addition to a single detached dwelling, the property zoned NE2-2 is permitted
to have habitable space above the garage for the purpose of providing sleeping
accommodation and may contain plumbing. The garage containing the
habitable space is required to be attached to the main dwelling by a foyer and
all utilities servicing the habitable space must be extended from the main
dwelling.
Notwithstanding the definition of attached to the contrary, the garage containing
the habitable space is considered to be attached to the main dwelling and is not
considered an accessory building.
In addition to the requirements of this By-law, development of the subject
property shall be in accordance with the Environmental Impact Study and the fill
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and construction regulations of the Conservation Authority. All other provisions
of this By-law shall apply.
28.6.3.
NE2-3 Aggregate Rehabilitation
In addition to the permitted uses, structures and provisions of Section 9 Natural
Environment (NE2) Zone, rehabilitation activities are permitted for former
mineral aggregate operations. Aggregate materials and equipment are
permitted to be temporarily stored while rehabilitation continues. No dwelling
shall be constructed in the NE2-3 zone. The area zoned NE2-3 is included in
property area and property coverage calculations. All other provisions of this
By-law shall apply.
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OS
29.
Parks & Open Space (OS)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
29.1. Permitted Uses
conservation
dwelling in existence at the date of passing of this by-law and the replacement of
such dwelling
passive recreation
public park
private park
forestry
uses accessory to a permitted use
29.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses subject to the consent
of the Conservation Authority or the appropriate authority;
buildings and structures necessary for flood and/or erosion control prevention
subject to the consent of the Conservation Authority;
class 1 sewage disposal facility as per the Ontario Building Code.
29.3. Zone Provisions
Front yard (minimum)
10 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
10 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
8 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
20%
Building height (maximum)
14 metres
29.4. Special Zones
29.4.1.
OS-1 Stormwater Management
Notwithstanding the permitted uses of the Open Space zone to the contrary,
uses and structures shall be restricted to flood control structures and
stormwater management infrastructure.
29.4.2.
OS-1-1 Oakwood Links (As per By-law 47-2004)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Open Space zone to the contrary, decks
may encroach into the OS-1-1 zone, subject to approval from the Conservation
Authority. All other provisions of this Zoning By-law shall apply.
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30.
Residential - Low Density (R1)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter any
building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following provisions:
30.1. Permitted Uses
boarding, lodging or rooming house with full services
converted dwelling with full services
duplex dwelling with full services
dwelling with supports in a single detached dwelling
semi-detached dwelling with full services
single detached dwelling
triplex dwelling with full services
three unit rowhouse with full services
educational institutions or school, subject to the CF zone provisions, except that the
maximum building height is 14 metres.
30.2. Accessory Uses
Additional Residential Unit(s) in a single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling,
rowhouse dwelling, or a structure accessory to those dwellings
bed and breakfast (max 4 guests)
home occupation
uses accessory to the permitted uses
30.3. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
30.4. Zone Provisions
30.4.1 A semi-detached, duplex, triplex, or rowhouse dwelling which is further subdivided is
deemed to comply with the provisions of the R1 zone.
30.4.2 Additional Residential Units (ARU)
a) For all additional residential units, the following provisions apply:
One (1) additional on-site parking space is provided for the ARU in
addition to the parking requirements for the main dwelling.
b) Where connected to full services, the following provisions apply:
i. A maximum of two (2) ARUs shall be permitted per fully serviced lot with the
ARUs either being located:
Both within or attached to the main dwelling or
One (1) within or attached to the main dwelling and one (1) within a detached
accessory structure;
ii. A maximum of one (1) ARU is permitted in a detached accessory structure;
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iii. The maximum total zone coverage of the main building and any accessory
structures shall be 45%, unless there is a higher lot coverage set by another
provision of this By-law; and
iv. The ARU must use the same entrance/driveway as the main dwelling.
c) Where partially or privately serviced, the following provisions apply:
i. A single (1) ARU is permitted either within the main dwelling or in an
accessory building provided:
The property is a minimum of 4,000 square meters; and
d) The ARU uses the same well and/or septic. Where an ARU is contained within
an accessory building, notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, the
following provisions apply:
i. The ARU shall be located:
In either the rear or interior side yard;
No closer than 1.5 metres to a property line; and
No closer to a street than the setback required for the main
building;
ii.
iii. A pathway to the principal entrance of the ARU from its parking
area is required and shall be a minimum of 1.5 metres in width
with a clear height of 2.1 metres;
iv. The total floor area shall not exceed 100% of the total floor
area of the dwelling including an attached garage.
30.5
Single Detached Dwelling, Converted Dwelling, & Dwelling with Supports
Full services
(Public Water & Public
Sewer)
Public Water &
Private Septic
Private Water &
Private Septic
Zone area (minimum)
Interior property
450 square metres
1,650 square
metres
1,850 square
metres
Zone area (minimum)
Corner property
540 square metres
Frontage (minimum)
Interior property
15 metres
23 metres
Frontage (minimum)
Corner property
18 metres
23 metres
Front yard
(minimum)
main dwelling:
4.5 metres
attached garage: 6 metres
7.5 metres
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Full services
(Public Water & Public
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Public Water &
Private Septic
Private Water &
Private Septic
Interior side yard
(minimum)
1.5 metres
Exterior side yard
(minimum)
4.5 metres
attached garage: 6 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7 metres
Zone coverage
(maximum)
all structures: 45%,
main building: 40%
40%
Landscaped open
space (minimum)
30%
Building height
(maximum)
14 metres
30.6. Semi-Detached Dwelling and Rowhouse Dwelling
Semi-Detached
Rowhouse
Zone area (minimum) Interior
property
270 square metres per unit
Zone area (minimum) Corner
property
315 square metres per unit
Frontage (minimum) Interior property
15 metres
7 metres for each interior
unit
11 metres for each end
unit
Frontage (minimum) Corner property
18 metres
Front yard (minimum)
main dwelling:
4.5 metres
attached garage: 6 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
Unattached side: 1.5 metres
Attached side: 0 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
4.5 metres
attached garage: 6 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
all structures: 42%
main building: 40%
Landscaped open space (minimum)
30%
Building height (maximum)
14 metres
Each dwelling unit in a rowhouse dwelling shall be provided with a private amenity area that
is clear of any walkway, building, communal amenity areas, or parking and adjacent to each
dwelling unit for the use of the dwelling unit's occupants as follows:
the private amenity area shall extend the entire dwelling unit width.
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the minimum private amenity area depth shall be 3 metres.
within the private amenity area there shall not be a public pedestrian walkway.
30.7. Duplex & Triplex Dwelling
Duplex &Triplex
Zone area (minimum) Interior property
450 square metres
Zone area (minimum) Corner property
540 square metres
Property frontage (minimum) interior
property
15 metres
Property frontage (minimum) corner
property
18 metres
Front yard (minimum)
4.5 metres
attached garage: 6 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
Unattached Side
Attached side
1.5 metres
0 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
4.5 metres
attached garage: 6 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
45%
Landscaped open space (minimum)
30%
Building height (maximum)
14 metres
30.8. Special Zones
30.8.1.
R1-1
In addition to the uses permitted in the R1 zone, within the areas zoned R1-1 the
following uses shall be included:
boarding, lodging or rooming house
business office
clinic
commercial or private school
day nursery
personal services shop
professional office
studio
Any of the aforementioned permitted uses shall:
a) not change the external residential character of the dwelling;
b) not use the front yard or exterior side yard for parking, other than a driveway;
c) with the exception of a boarding, lodging or rooming house house, be restricted
to the ground floor only.
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Parking shall be provided in accordance with the parking provisions of General
Provisions Section. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.2.
R1-2 (as per By-law 34-1996)
Notwithstanding the definition of "rear property line" in Section 2 Definitions, for the
purpose of the Residential - Low Density R1-2 zone, "rear property line" shall mean a
line parallel with the front property line 68.5 metres opposite the front property line. All
other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.3.
R1-3 (as per By-law 22-1997)
Notwithstanding the definition of "rear property line" in Section 2 Definitions, for the
purpose of the Residential - Low Density R1-2 zone, "rear property line" shall mean a
line parallel with the front property line 50.3 metres opposite the front property line. All
other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.4.
R1-4 (as per By-law 7-2004)
Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Residential - Low Density Zone (R1) in
Section 30 to the contrary, the minimum side yard for the lands zoned R1-4 shall not
be less than 6 metres on the side yard adjacent to the railway right-of-way. All other
provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.5.
R1-5 (as per By-law 20-2007 & 52-2007)
Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Residential - Low Density Zone (R1) in
Section 30 to the contrary, for a property zoned R1-5:
the minimum rear yard setback from the railway right-of-way shall be 15
metres. This setback shall apply to main buildings and accessory structures;
the maximum total ground floor area of all accessory structures on a property
that is zoned R1-5 shall be 112 square metres (1200 square feet); and
the maximum property coverage of all structures on a property that is zoned
R1-5 shall be 35%.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.6.
R1-6 (as per By-law 12-1984)
Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses of the Residential - Low Density Zone (R1) in
Section 30 to the contrary, the area zoned R1-6 may include a small engine repair
business. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.7.
R1-7 (as per By-law 22-2000)
Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses provisions of the Residential - Low Density Zone
(R1) to the contrary, the area zoned R1-7 may be used for the following:
All uses permitted under the Permitted Uses provisions of the Residential - Low
Density Zone;
A second dwelling unit;
An office and a personal services shop, subject to the R1-1 provisions;
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Notwithstanding the R1 provisions to the contrary, the second dwelling unit, office and
personal services shop may be located in either the main residence or in an accessory
building (the accessory building may not exceed 2,000 square feet ground floor area).
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.8.
R1-8 (as per By-law 47-1995)
Notwithstanding the Building Provisions of the Residential - Low Density Zone (R1) in
Section 30 to the contrary, where a residence is to be established adjacent to a
proposed road allowance an exterior side yard shall be required adjacent to the
proposed road allowance. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.9.
R1-9 (as per By-law 19-1993)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the South Huron Zoning By-law to the contrary, the
following special provisions apply to the lands zoned Residential - Low Density R1-9:
a) Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses provisions of the Residential - Low Density
Zone (R1) to the contrary, the permitted uses for the property zoned R1-9 are
limited to: a single detached dwelling, home occupation, and uses accessory to
the permitted uses;
b) The property zoned R1-9 does not front on a public road and therefore the R1
Zone Provisions concerning minimum property frontage do not apply;
c) For the lands zoned R1-9, given the absence of frontage on a public road, the
front property line shall be deemed to be the southerly property line; and
d) Notwithstanding the General Provisions in Section 3 to the contrary, the
property zoned R1-9 may be serviced by a right-of-way which provides access
to an open public road.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.10. R1-10 (as per By-law 14-1997)
Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses provisions of the Residential - Low Density Zone
(R1) in Section 30, the area zoned R1-10 includes the following additional accessory
uses: hairdressing shop and fireplace sales and service shop.
Notwithstanding the General Provisions of Section 3 to the contrary, the top-of-bank
setback is established by the location of the south corner of the existing accessory
building, including the porch. Further construction will be permitted based on this
setback subject to the requirements of the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority
and no further reduction in the setback.
Notwithstanding section 3 General Provisions, to the contrary, the maximum height for
an accessory building is 9 metres. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.11. R1-11 (as per By-law 27-2005)
Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses provisions of the Residential - Low Density Zone
(R1) in Section 30 to the contrary, a home industry may be permitted as an accessory
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use, in accordance with the requirements of a home industry in the General
Provisions.
For lands zoned R1-11, an animal kennel shall not be considered a home industrial
use. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.12. R1-12 (as per By-law 4-2016)
Notwithstanding the Residential - Low Density (R1) Zone to the contrary the following
provisions apply in the R1-12 zone:
Minimum lot depth: 21.885 metres
Maximum building height: 6 metres
30.8.13. R1-13 (as per By-law 4-2016)
Notwithstanding the Residential - Low Density (R1) Zone to the contrary the following
provisions apply in the R1-12 zone:
Minimum lot depth: 23.65 metres
Minimum lot area: 517.5 square metres
30.8.14. R1-14 (as per By-law 85-2021)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-14, the
following provisions apply for a single detached dwelling:
Zone area (minimum) interior property: 410 square metres
Zone area (minimum) corner property: 495 square metres
Frontage (minimum) interior property: 12 metres
Frontage (minimum) corner property: 15 metres
Front yard (minimum): 4.5 metres for the main building and 6 metres for an
attached garage
Interior side yard (minimum): 1.2 metres on both sides when there is a garage
attached to the main building
Exterior side yard (minimum): 4.5 metres
Zone coverage (maximum): 50%
All other provisions of By-law No. 69-2018 shall apply.
30.8.15. R1-15 (as per By-law 33-2019)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.2.6 Servicing to the contrary, lands zoned
R1-15 are permitted one accessory structure with plumbing that services a washroom
with related facilities, wet bar areas, and shop sink. All other provisions of this By-law
shall apply.
30.8.16. R1-16 (as per By-law 65-2019)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 30.4 to the contrary a minimum front yard
setback of 4.75 metres is permitted for a single detached residential dwelling under
the R1-16 zone.
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Notwithstanding the General Provisions of Section 3.26.12 to the contrary parking is
permitted in the exterior side yard for a single detached residential dwelling under the
R1-16 zone. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
30.8.17 R1-17-H (as per By-law 72-2021 and By-law 69-2024)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-17 the following
provisions apply to a single detached dwelling on full services (public water and public
sewer):
Zone area (minimum) interior property: 410 square metres
Frontage (minimum) interior property: 13.7 metres
Property depth (minimum): as per the draft plan dated October 23, 2023
Front yard (minimum): 4.5 metres for the main building and 6 metres for an
attached garage
Interior side yard (minimum): 1.2 metres on both sides when there is an
attached garage attached to the main building; 1.5 metres on both sides where
there is not an attached garage attached to the main building.
Exterior side yard (minimum): 4.5 metres
Rear yard (minimum) for Lots 16 through 43: 6 metres
For the lands zoned R1-17 the rear lot line shall mean the lot line furthest from
and opposite the front lot line but if there is no such line, that point furthest from
and opposite the front lot line.
Minimum setback from a residential property line to an existing wind turbine of
450 metres
Zone coverage maximum for main building, including any decks, porches and
balconies: 45%
Zone coverage maximum for all structures: 50%
The -H holding zone symbol may be removed when the conditions of draft plan of
subdivision approval for the R1-17-H lands have been met. Prior to the -H symbol being
removed, one single detached dwelling may be constructed within the R1-17-H zone.
The single detached dwelling may be constructed notwithstanding Section 3.26.15.5
(maximum driveway width) of the by-law. It must be built within lot 3 as identified in the
draft plan dated October 23, 2023. Occupancy of the single detached dwelling is not
permitted until final approval of the subdivision is granted.
30.8.18
R1-18 (as per By-law 33-2020)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 30.4 to the contrary, the minimum property
depth of the lands zoned R1-18 shall be 25.7 metres.
30.8.19
R1-19 (as per By-law 39-2021)
In the area zoned R1-19, the following special provisions apply:
Section 3.21 (Existing Non-Complying Properties) applies to the lot/block as it
existed on the day of registration of Plan of Subdivision 40T20001(22M-XX).
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Section 3.20 (Legal Non-Complying) applies to the structure as it existed on the
day of adoption of By-law 39-2021.
Where a lot/block zoned R1-19 is further subdivided, any non-complying lot
depth is deemed to comply.
The minimum distance setback between a parking area and driveway as stated
in Section 3.26.15.5. do not apply.
30.8.20
R1-20 (as per By-law 39-2021)
In the area zoned R1-20, a single detached dwelling is permitted subject to the
requirements of the R1 zone.
30.8.21
R1-21 (as per By-law 86-2021)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-21, the R1-1 zone
provisions apply and a food bank with two (2) existing off-street parking spaces is a
permitted use as an additional use.
30.8.22
R1-22-H (as per By-law 34-2022 and By-law 63-2024)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-22, a side yard
abutting a condominium shall be considered an interior side yard and the following
provisions shall apply:
- Zone area (minimum) interior property:
350 square metres
- Zone area (minimum) corner property:
430 square metres
- Frontage (minimum) interior property for
lots 25 through 29 and lot 88 as shown in
the draft plan dated March 22, 2024:
11.5 metres
- Frontage (minimum) interior property for
all other lots in the draft plan dated
March 22, 2024:
11.8 metres
- Frontage (minimum) corner property:
14 metres
- Front yard (minimum):
4.5 metres for the main building and
6 metres for an attached garage
- Interior side yard (minimum):
1.2 metres on both sides when there is
an attached garage
- Exterior side yard (minimum):
4.5 metres
- Zone coverage (maximum):
50% all structures, 48% main building
30.8.23
R1-23-H (as per By-law 34-2022)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zone R1-23, the following
provisions shall apply:
- Zone area (minimum) interior property:
420 square metres
- Zone area (minimum) corner property:
535 square metres
- Frontage (minimum) interior property:
12 metres
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- Frontage (minimum) corner property:
15 metres
- Front yard (minimum):
4.5 metres for the main building and
6 metres for an attached garage
- Interior side yard (minimum):
1.2 metres on both sides when there is
an attached garage
- Exterior side yard (minimum):
4.5 metres
- Rear yard (minimum):
9.5 metres
- Zone coverage (maximum):
50% all structures, 48% main building
30.8.24
R1-24 (as per By-law 28-2022 & By-law 16-2024)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-24, a side yard
abutting land zoned D (Future Development) shall be considered an exterior side yard and
property frontage shall be measured as the minimum horizontal distance between the side
property lines measured at a distance of 7.5 metres back from the front property line.
30.8.25
R1-25 (as per By-law 37-2023)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the R1-25 zone, two single detached
dwellings using the existing separate driveways are permitted as a main use.
30.8.26
R1-26
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-26 there is no
minimum lot frontage or requirement to front on an open public road; the lot may be
serviced by a right-of-way which provides access to an open public road. The southern lot
line shall be considered the front lot line.
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31.
Residential - Medium Density (R2)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
31.1. Permitted Uses
multiple unit dwelling
quadruplex dwelling
rowhouse dwelling
uses in the R1 zone subject to the R1 zone provisions
educational institutions or school, subject to the CF zone provisions
31.2. Accessory Uses
Additional Residential Unit (ARU) in a rowhouse dwelling, in the rear yard of a
rowhouse dwelling, or as permitted in the R1 zone with the unit(s) subject to the
ARU zone provisions of the R1 zone.
bed and breakfast establishment (maximum of two guest rooms)
home occupation
uses accessory to the permitted uses
31.3. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
31.4 Zone Provisions
31.4.1 A quadruplex, rowhouse or multiple unit dwelling which is further subdivided
is deemed to comply with the provisions of the R2 zone.
31.5. Quadruplex Dwelling
Quadruplex
Zone area (minimum)
730 square metres
Property frontage (minimum)
20 metres
Front yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal street
Interior side yard (minimum)
Unattached Side
Attached side
1.5 metres
0 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal street
Rear yard (minimum)
7 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
40 %
Landscaped open space (minimum)
30 %
Building height (maximum)
14 metres
31.6. Rowhouse Dwellings
Property frontage for each dwelling unit (minimum):
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interior unit
end unit
7 metres
11 metres
Zone area for each dwelling unit (minimum):
end unit abutting a side street
all other units
315 square metres
270 square metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
all structures: 42%
main building: 40%
Front yard (minimum);
main dwelling:
4.5 metres
attached garage: 6 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
unattached side (end unit)
attached side
1.5 metres
0 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
4.5 metres
attached garage: 6 metres
Landscaped open space (minimum)
30 %
Building height (maximum)
14 metres
Number of Rowhouse Dwellings on a Property
no maximum
Each dwelling unit in a rowhouse dwelling shall be provided with a private amenity
area that is clear of any walkway, building, communal amenity areas, or parking and
adjacent to each dwelling unit for the use of the dwelling unit's occupants as follows:
the private amenity area shall extend the entire dwelling unit width.
the minimum private amenity area depth shall be 3 metres.
within the private amenity area there shall not be a public pedestrian walkway.
31.7. Multiple Unit Dwelling
Zone area (minimum)
730 square metres
Property frontage (minimum)
20 metres
Front yard (minimum)
6 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
10 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
40 %
Landscaped open space (minimum)
35%
Building Height (maximum)
3 storeys and 14 metres
An outdoor communal amenity area of no less than 100 square metres with a square or
rectangular orientation shall be provided.
More than 1 multiple unit dwelling may be established on a property provided the
multiple unit dwellings also have the following minimum separation between the
buildings:
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an exterior wall having a habitable room: 6 metres
all other exterior walls: 3 metres
31.8
Special Zones
31.8.1
R2-1
In addition to the uses permitted in the R2 zone, within the areas zoned R2-1
the following uses shall be included:
adult day centre
boarding, rooming, or lodging house
business office
clinic or medical office
commercial or private school
day nursery
personal services shop
professional office
specialized medical office and professional office
studio
31.8.2.
R2-2 (as per By-law 39-2004)
Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Residential - Medium Density Zone
(R2) to the contrary, the following special provisions shall apply to a single
detached dwelling constructed on the lands zoned R2-2:
Property area (minimum)
340 square metres
Property frontage (minimum)
11 metres
Side yards (minimum)
0.6 metres on 1 side and 1.8 metres on
the other side
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
31.8.3.
R2-3 (As amended by By-law 15-2021)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the area zoned R2-3, the
following provisions apply for a single detached dwelling:
a) Zone Area (minimum) Interior Property - 420 square metres
b) Zone Frontage (minimum): Interior Property - 12 m
Lot 19, Plan 22M-15 only - 11.5 m
c) Front yard (minimum) - 6 m
d) Interior side yard - 1.5 m (both sides with attached garage)
e) Zone Coverage - 40%
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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31.8.4.
R2-4 (As amended by By-law 34-2021)
Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of Section 20.7 to the contrary, in the area
zoned R2-4, the following special provisions apply:
a) Minimum Property Frontage (Interior Unit) - 7.8 m
b) Minimum Property Frontage (End Unit) - 7.8 m
c) Minimum Zone Area (Interior Dwelling Units) - 276 sq. m
d) Minimum Property Depth - 35 m
e) Minimum Rear Yard Setback - 7.5 m
f) Number of Dwelling Units per Building - 6
g) Minimum side yard setback adjacent to Hydro easement (specific to Lots
11, 12, and 31) - 1 m
h) Maximum Zone Coverage - 51%
i) Minimum Interior Side Yard (unattached side) - 1.5 m
j) Difference between front yards of adjoining units - 0 m minimum
k) The only accessory building permitted is a single 2.44 metres by 2.44 metre
(maximum dimensions) accessory shed.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
31.8.5.
R2-5 (As amended by By-law 56-2020)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned R2-5, the
following provisions apply to single detached dwellings:
a) Front yard (minimum): dwelling: 5 metres; garage: 6.5 metres
b) Rear yard (minimum):
6 metres
c) Zone coverage (maximum): 48%
31.8.6
R2-6-H (as per By-law 34-2022)
In the area zoned R2-6-h, a multiple unit dwelling, long-term care home,
retirement home, and rowhouse dwelling exceeding 4 dwelling units are also
permitted uses subject to the requirements of the R3 zone.
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R2-6, the
following provisions shall apply for permitted uses containing one or two
dwelling units:
a) Frontage (minimum) interior property: 12 metres
b) Front yard (minimum):
4.5 metres for the main building and
6 metres for an attached garage
c) Interior side yard (minimum): 1.2 metres on both sides when there is an
attached garage
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31.8.7
R2-7 (as per By-law 86-2021)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R1-21, the R2-1
zone provisions apply and a food bank with two (2) existing off-street parking spaces
is a permitted use as an additional use.
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R3
32.
Residential - High Density (R3)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
32.1. Permitted Uses
dwelling with supports subject to the provisions of the R1 zone
long term care home
multiple unit dwelling
retirement home
rowhouse dwelling subject to the provisions of the R2 zone
educational institutions or school, subject to the CF zone provisions
32.2. Accessory Uses
Additional Residential Unit(s) accessory to a rowhouse dwelling subject to the R2
zone provisions
home occupation
uses accessory to the permitted uses
32.3. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses
More than one main building may be established on a property.
32.4 Zone Provisions
32.4.1 A rowhouse or multiple unit dwelling which is further subdivided is deemed to
comply with the provisions of the R3 zone.
32.5.
Multiple Unit Dwelling
Zone area (minimum)
730 square metres
Property frontage (minimum)
20 metres
Front yard (minimum)
6 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
10 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
40 %
Landscaped open space (minimum)
35%
Building Height (maximum)
21 metres
An outdoor communal amenity area of no less than 100 square metres with a square or
rectangular orientation shall be provided.
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More than 1 multiple unit dwelling may be established on a property provided the
multiple unit dwellings also have the following minimum separation between the
buildings:
an exterior wall having a habitable room: 6 metres
all other exterior walls: 3 metres
32.6. Long Term Care Home and Retirement Home - Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum)
For the first 5 units: 550 square metres
and
For each additional unit: 75 sq. m.
Property frontage (minimum)
20 metres
Front yard (minimum)
6 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
3 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
10 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
40 %
Landscaped open space (minimum)
30 %
Main building height (maximum)
15 metres
Amenity area per unit (minimum)
14 square metres
32.7. Special Zones
32.7.1.
R3-1 (as per By-law 19-2006)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the South Huron Zoning By-law to the
contrary, the following zone provisions shall apply to the land zoned R3-1:
32.7.1.1.
Permitted Uses
No person shall, within any R3-1 zone, use any property or erect, alter or use
any building or structure for any purpose except 1 or more of the following
uses:
rowhouse dwelling not having more than 4 dwelling units;
semi-detached dwelling;
home occupation; and
buildings or structures accessory to a rowhouse dwelling or semi-
detached dwelling.
32.7.1.2.
Zone Provisions (As amended by By-law 56-2020)
Property area (minimum)
200 square metres per dwelling unit
Property frontage (minimum)
6.5 metres per dwelling unit
Property depth (minimum)
30 metres
Zone coverage (maximum)
48%
Height (maximum)
Main building: 10 metres;
Accessory building: 4.5 metres
Front yard setback
6.5 metres
Rear yard setback
7.5 metres
Side yards (minimum)
1 storey: 1.5 metres from end dwelling units;
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2 storey: 1.8 metres from end dwelling units;
No side yard requirement where rowhouse
dwelling units share a common wall
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
32.7.1.3.
Yard Requirements
Notwithstanding the additional yard requirements specific to rowhouse
dwellings in the South Huron Zoning By-law, the following yard requirements
shall apply to the lands zoned R3-1:
a) Each dwelling unit in a rowhouse dwelling shall have an area which
serves as an outdoor living area for the occupants.
b) The outdoor living area shall be a minimum of 40 square metres and
may include amenity areas and landscaped open space.
32.7.1.4.
Planting Strip
A planting strip shall be provided where rowhouse dwellings abut lands zoned
or used for single detached dwellings.
The dimension, appearance and maintenance of the planting strip shall be in
accordance with the site plan approved by the Municipality for the lands zoned
R3-1.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
32.7.2.
R3-2
Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Residential - High Density Zone
(R3) to the contrary, the minimum rear yard setback from the railway right-of-
way for a property zoned R3-2 shall be 15 metres. This setback shall apply to
main buildings. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
32.7.3.
R3-3 (as per By-law 47-2012)
Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Residential - High Density Zone
(R3) to the contrary, the minimum property area in the R3-3 zone shall be 3026
square metres for 3 multiple unit dwellings that include a maximum of 18 units.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
32.7.4.
R3-4 (as per By-law 8-1990)
Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses provisions of the Residential - High Density
Zone (R3) to the contrary, the permitted uses for lands zoned R3-4 shall be
limited to:
a rowhouse dwelling containing a maximum of 6 dwelling units; or
a triplex dwelling; or
a quadruplex dwelling; and
buildings or structures accessory to the foregoing uses.
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Notwithstanding the parking requirement provisions of Section 3 General
Provisions to the contrary, parking is permitted between the front of the main
building and the street line. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
32.7.5.
R3-5 (as per By-law 28-1997)
Notwithstanding the Permitted Uses provisions of the Residential - High Density
Zone (R3) to the contrary, within the R3-5 zone, an accessory recreational use
for sports and leisure activities is permitted.
Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Residential - High Density Zone
(R3) to the contrary, the following provisions apply to a R3-5 zone:
Property area (minimum)
4700 square metres
Property coverage (maximum)
Main building: 40 %;
Accessory buildings and structures: 5 %
Setback (minimum)
6 metres
Side yard (minimum)
4 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
2 metres
Height (maximum)
12 metres
The additional yard requirements in the South Huron Zoning By-law specific to
rowhouse dwellings and those for yards between buildings where 2 or more rowhouse
dwellings are on a single lot, shall not apply to properties zoned R3-5.
The additional Site Regulations for rowhouse dwellings in R3 zones shall not apply to
properties zoned R3-5.
Notwithstanding the parking provisions of Section 3 General Provisions to the
contrary, the following parking provisions apply in the R3-5 zone: Minimum
Parking Space Requirement: 1.75 spaces per dwelling unit.
32.7.6.
R3-6 (as per By-law 4-1990)
Notwithstanding the additional yard requirements specific to rowhouse
dwellings in the South Huron Zoning By-law to the contrary, a private amenity
area is not required for each dwelling unit in a rowhouse dwelling for properties
zoned R3-6.
Where a R3-6 zone abuts a General Industrial (M2) or a Restricted Industrial
(M1) zone, a berm as defined in the next paragraph, shall be provided along
the property line abutting the industrial zone.
For the purposes of the R3-6 zone, a berm shall consist of an area of raised
ground, a minimum height of 1 metre and with a maximum slope of 2 to 1 and
minimum slope of 3 to 1.
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32.7.7.
R3-7 (as per By-law 68-2009)
Notwithstanding the provisions of the South Huron Zoning By-law, to the
contrary, the following special zone provisions shall apply to the lands zoned
R3-7:
32.7.7.1. Permitted Uses
No person shall, within the R3-7 zone use any property or erect, alter or use
any building or structure for any purpose except 1 or more of the following
uses:
rowhouse dwelling not exceeding 6 units per dwelling;
landscape open space; and
accessory structures shall be limited to 1 pond, 1 gazebo, bridge, park
benches, mailboxes and entrance signs.
32.7.7.2.
Zone Provisions
Property area (minimum)
3.6 hectares
Property coverage (minimum)
45 % for all structures
Landscaped open space (minimum)
15 %
32.7.7.3.
Site Regulations
Site area (minimum)
250 square metres per dwelling unit
Height (maximum)
Main building: 10 metres
Accessory building: 4.5 metres
Front yard setback (minimum)
6 metres
Rear yard setback (minimum)
8 metres
Interior side yard (minimum)
3 metres, with 6 metres between end
walls of buildings
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
No side yard requirement where rowhouse dwelling units share a common wall;
No part of a rowhouse dwelling shall be closer than 8 metres to the lands zoned R1.
32.7.7.4.
Yard Requirements
Notwithstanding provisions in the Residential - High Density (R3) Zone to the
contrary, the following yard requirements shall apply to the lands zoned R3-7:
a) The private outdoor amenity area shall have a minimum yard depth of 8
metres within which a privacy zone of 3 metres shall be provided.
b) The minimum yard between an exterior wall (which is not an end wall)
containing a living room window and a facing or parallel end wall with or
without windows to habitable rooms shall be 15 metres.
c) The minimum yard between 2 end walls facing and parallel to each other
where either or both walls contain habitable room windows shall be 6
metres.
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32.7.7.5.
Planting Strip Requirements
Notwithstanding the Section 3 General Provisions for Planting Strips, a planting
strip shall be provided on lands zoned R3-7 where they abut lands zoned R1.
Planting strips shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with the
relevant provisions in Section 3 General Provisions.
32.7.7.6.
Parking Requirements
Notwithstanding the parking requirement provisions of Section 3 General
Provisions to the contrary, lands zoned R3-7 shall provide and maintain off-
street parking spaces as follows:
1 space per dwelling unit
Minimum of 22 visitor parking spaces
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
32.7.8.
R3-8 (as per By-law 88-2013 and 74-2017)
The following zone provisions shall apply to the lands zoned R3-8:
a) Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Residential - High Density
Zone (R3) to the contrary, the minimum property area in the R3-8 zone
shall be 3,425 sq. m. for a multiple unit dwelling that includes a
maximum of 24 units.
b) Notwithstanding the parking requirement provisions of Section 3 General
Provisions to the contrary the minimum number of parking spaces
required in the R3-8 zone is 29.
c) Notwithstanding the Zone Provisions of the Residential - High Density
Zone (R3) to the contrary, the minimum yard abutting an Institutional
zone shall not be less than 6.35 metres.
d) Notwithstanding the parking requirement provisions of Section 3 General
Provisions to the contrary, a parking space shall have a minimum width
of 2.7 metres.
All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
32.7.9 R3-9 (as per by By-law No.55-2019)
Notwithstanding any provision of By-law 69-2018 to the contrary, in the area zoned R3-
9, a stacked/cluster townhouse development is permitted subject to the following:
a) A Stacked/Cluster Townhouse Dwelling is defined as: a residential building
divided vertically and/or horizontally into three or more dwelling units by
common walls which prevent internal access between dwelling units and is
not considered to be a multiple attached unit for the purposes of the By-law.
b) The property fronts onto Simcoe Street and has a minimum frontage
requirement of 15.10 metres. There is no lot frontage requirement for each
dwelling unit. The units are provided access to a public road (Simcoe Street)
via a privately owned, internal road.
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c) The whole of the lands zoned R3-9 shall be a lot for the purposes of the By-
law.
d) The setbacks to property lines for proposed buildings are as follows:
o North Property Line - 6.8 metres (front yard /interior side yard)
o South Property Line - 6.5 metres (rear yard)
o East Property Line - 6.9 metres (interior side yard)
o West Property Line - 3.1 metres (interior side yard)
e) One accessory building or structure may be permitted to serve the overall site
in accordance with the requirements of Section 3.2.
f)
A minimum of 1.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit are required permitting a
maximum unit count to 34, and a total of 50 parking spaces in accordance
with Section 3.26. Section 3.26.12 does not apply.
g) A planting strip is required in accordance with Section 3.28. along the north,
west and south property lines.
h) The 18 metre minimum required separation distance between buildings does
not apply on lands zoned R3-9
i)
Minimum amenity area for the lands zoned R3-9 shall be 355 square metres
j)
Landscaped Open Space (minimum) - 30%
k) Lot Coverage (maximum) - 40%
l)
Building Height (maximum) - 12 metres
m) All other applicable provisions of this By-law, as amended, shall apply.
32.7.10.
R3-H-1 (as per By-law No. 41-2019)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 32 to the contrary, the lands under R3-
H-1 are subject to a holding provision. Development of this area for R3
Residential High Density use is not permitted until the (-h) Holding zone is
removed. The removal of this holding zone is contingent on a concept plan that
illustrates proposed future development of this area. All other provision of the
By-law shall apply.
32.7.11.
R3-11 (as per By-law No. 64-2019)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 32.4 to the contrary, the following
provisions shall apply to the lands zoned R3-11:
a) Lands zoned R3-11 are permitted a minimum interior unit property frontage for
each dwelling unit of 5.79 metres
b) Lands zoned R3-11 are permitted a minimum exterior unit property frontage for
each dwelling unit of 8.97 metres
c) The requirement for a difference between front yards of adjoining units does not
apply on lands zoned R3-11
d) All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
32.7.12.
R3-12 (as per By-law No. 56-2020)
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Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned R3-12 the
maximum building height of a multiple unit dwelling shall be 3 storeys. All other
provisions of By-law #69-2018 shall apply.
32.7.13.
R3-13 (as per By-law No. 67-2020)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the area zoned R3-13 the
following zone provisions apply:
a) Zone area for each interior dwelling unit (minimum): 230 square metres
b) Property depth (minimum): 26.7 metres
c) Zone coverage (maximum): 50%
d) Front yard (minimum): 6 metres
e) Difference between front yards of adjoining units (minimum): 0 metres
f) Rear yard (minimum): 8.1 metres
g) Number of dwelling units per building (maximum): 6
All other provisions of By-law #69-2018 shall apply.
32.7.14
R3-14-H (as per By-law 72-2021)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R3-14 the only
permitted use is a rowhouse dwelling containing up to 7 dwelling units and the
following provisions apply:
Property frontage for an end dwelling unit that is not a corner unit (minimum):
10.5 metres
Zone area (minimum) interior dwelling unit: 285 square metres
Zone area (minimum), end dwelling unit not abutting a side street: 315
square metres
Property depth (minimum): 30 metres
Zone coverage (maximum): 50%
Front yard (minimum): 4.5 metres for the main building and 6 metres for an
attached garage
Rear yard (minimum): 7.5 metres
Interior side yard (minimum), unattached side of end dwelling unit: 1.5 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum): 4.5 metres
Unenclosed porch or deck encroachment into the required rear yard
(maximum): 3.5 metres
The -H holding zone symbol may be removed when the conditions of draft plan or
subdivision approval for the R3-14-H lands have been met.
32.7.15
R3-15-H (as per Bylaw-72-2021)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R3-15, the
following special zone provisions apply:
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32.9.15.1
Permitted Uses
No person shall, within the R3-15 zone use any property or erect, alter or use
any building or structure for any purpose except one or more of the following
uses:
Rowhouse Dwelling
Stacked Townhouse Dwelling
Retirement Home
Long term Care Home
Community Facility
A stacked Townhouse Dwelling is defined as: a residential building divided
vertically and horizontally into three or more dwelling units by common walls
which prevent internal access between dwelling units and is not considered to be
a multiple attached unit for the purposes of the By-law.
32.9.15.2
Rowhouse and Stacked Townhouse Dwelling Zone Provisions
a) Building Height (maximum): 14 metres
b) Density (maximum): 40 units per hectare
c) Dwelling units per building (maximum): 10
d) Front Yard from a private street (minimum): 4.5 metres
e) Front Yard from a public street (minimum): 7 metres
f)
Landscaped Open Space (minimum): 30%
g) Off-street parking spaces per dwelling unit (minimum): 1.5 spaces
h) Property Depth (minimum): 30 metres
i)
Setback between end units (minimum): 3 metres
j)
Zone coverage (maximum): 40%
k) Common outdoor amenity area (minimum): 10 square metres per dwelling
unit
l)
Private outdoor amenity area, (minimum):
i. Ground floor unit: 20 square metres per dwelling
ii. Upper unit: 10 square metres per dwelling, including patios and terraces
m) No part of a private outdoor amenity area shall be located within 10.5 metres
of a wall in another building containing windows of habitable rooms which
face the private outdoor amenity area.
n) The distance between the front, exterior side and rear face of one building
and the front, exterior side and rear face of another building, each of which
contains windows to habitable rooms shall in no case be less than 15 metres.
32.9.15.3
Retirement Home, Long Term Care Home, Community Facility
Zone Provisions
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a) Zone provisions for these permitted uses shall be as directed by Section 32.6
(Retirement Home & Long Term Care Home Zone Provisions) except that the
maximum height shall be four storeys (14 metres)
b) Holding Zone Symbol Removal
These uses are subject to a -H holding provision. The -H holding zone symbol
may be removed subject to MTO acceptance of updated traffic impact materials.
32.7.16
R3-16-H (as per By-law 34-2022)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned R3-16, the
following provisions shall apply:
a) For rowhouse dwellings:
- Zone area (minimum) interior property:
260 square metres per dwelling
unit
- Frontage (minimum) interior property:
6 metres
- Frontage (minimum) corner property:
9 metres
- Property depth (minimum): 26 metres
- Minimum distance between front yards of adjoining units:
0 metres
- Front yard (minimum):
4.5 metres for the main building and 6 metres
for an attached garage
- Rear yard (minimum):
7.5 metres
b) For rowhouse dwellings and a multiple unit dwelling, the minimum separation
between an exterior wall with a habitable room and another main building shall
be 7.5 metres.
32.7.17
R3-17 - reserved for OPZ02-2022
32.7.18
R3-18 (as per By-law 31-2023)
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, in the R3-18 zone the following
special provisions apply:
a) The only permitted main uses are a long-term care home, and a clinic within a
long-term care home with a maximum floor area of 150 square metres.
b) The front property line is the southern property line of the property zoned R3-
18.
c) The property shall abut a street or have an agreement with the Municipality for
access.
d) Front yard (minimum):
6m
e) A minimum of 1.8m high solid fence is required along the east property line
abutting the R1 zone.
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33.
Mobile Home Park (R4)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
33.1. Permitted Uses
mobile home park
33.2. Accessory Uses
home occupation
active recreation
passive recreation
uses accessory to the permitted uses
33.3. Permitted Structures
administrative, sales or rental office;
convenience retail store or personal services store to meet the day-to-day
commercial needs of mobile home park residents;
mobile home;
1 dwelling unit within the rear portion of second storey of the main office or sales
facility OR 1 single detached dwelling accessory to the mobile home park use;
park or playground;
recreational or community centre
swimming pool
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
33.4. Zone Provisions
Zone area (minimum)
1 hectare
Property frontage (minimum)
75 metres
Front yard (minimum)
6 metres from a Municipal street
10 metres from a County Road
14 metres from a Provincial Highway
Interior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
Exterior side yard (minimum)
6 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
10 metres
Number of mobile home units (maximum)
20 units per hectare zoned R4
Parking spaces per mobile home site
(minimum)
1
Parking spaces for Commercial Business
1 per 30 square metres
Parking for Recreation or Community
Centre
1 per 50 square metres
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33.5. Building Provisions
Distance between mobile homes or
between a mobile home and a main or
accessory mobile home park building
(minimum)
4 metres
Building height (maximum):
mobile home
non-accessory buildings &
structures
9 metres
14 metres
Mobile home setback from the travelled
surface of an internal access road
(minimum)
3 metres
Mobile home floor area:
minimum
maximum
55 square metres
148 square metres
33.6. General Zone Provisions for Mobile Home Parks
33.6.1.
Access
Each mobile home site shall be located on a private internal access road which
shall have a dust-free surface and a minimum traveled width of 4 metres for 1-
way traffic and 6 metres for 2-way traffic.
33.6.2.
Additions and Accessory Structures
Additions (such as a porch, deck, sunroom, deck cover, or shed) are permitted
as part of the mobile home unit provided the total footprint of the additions does
not exceed 75% of the original mobile home's footprint. Any addition shall be
regarded as part of the mobile home for the purpose of applying the separation
distance.
Maximum number of permitted buildings and structures accessory to a mobile
home: 2.
33.6.3.
Commercial Buildings
Accessory commercial buildings shall not occupy more than 1% of the mobile
home park area. The required parking spaces shall be calculated on the basis
of one parking space for each 10 square metres of gross floor area.
33.6.4.
Mobile Home Skirting and Foundation
Each mobile home unit shall be placed on a permanent substructure or
foundation supports and be provided with durable skirtings, with the ability to
access below the unit, to screen the view of the undercarriage or foundation
supports.
33.6.5.
Municipal Services
Any new or expanding mobile home development shall connect to municipal
services.
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33.6.6.
Outdoor Storage
There shall be no outside storage of any furniture, domestic equipment, or
seasonally used equipment on the mobile home site.
Outside storage may occur in a communal storage area provided by the mobile
home park subject to an approved site plan under the Planning Act. The
communal storage area may be located in the rear yard or side yard in
accordance with the General Provisions section for Accessory Structures.
33.6.7.
Recreation Area
Not less than 10% of the mobile home park's R4 zoned area shall be amenity
area for recreation purposes.
33.7. Special Zones
33.7.1.
R4-1 (as per By-law 43-1999)
Notwithstanding the Zoning Provisions, Density of Development and Services
provisions of the Mobile Home Park Zone (R4) to the contrary, land use,
buildings and structures in the R4-1 zone are permitted as they existed on the
date of the passage of By-law 43-1999 except that nothing shall prevent the
erection of an accessory structure or the expansion of a main building including
the enlargement of a mobile home in compliance with the provisions of the R4
zone. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply.
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Residential Park
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34.
Residential Park (R5)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
34.1. Permitted Uses
residential park
34.2. Accessory Uses
home occupation
active recreation
passive recreation
uses accessory to the permitted uses
34.3. Permitted Structures
administrative or rental office;
convenience retail store or a personal service store to serve the day-to-day
commercial needs of the residential park residents;
mobile home sales office;
recreational or community centre;
1 dwelling unit within the rear portion or second storey of the main office or sales
facility;
residential unit ;
swimming pool;
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted use
34.4. Residential Park - Zone Provisions
Zone Area (minimum)
4.0 hectares
Zone Frontage (minimum)
100 metres
Front Yard (minimum)
9 metres
Side Yard (minimum)
4.5 metres
Rear Yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Building Height (maximum)
9 metres
34.5. Residential Site - Zone Provisions
Site Area (minimum)
420 square metres
Site Area - (maximum)
800 square metres
Site Frontage (minimum)
13.5 metres
Front Yard (minimum)
3 metres
Side Yard (minimum)
2 metres
Rear Yard (minimum)
3 metres
Unit Floor Area (min)
55 square metres
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Site Coverage (maximum)
40 %
Unit Height (maximum)
7 metres
Maximum number of storeys
1
34.6. General Zone Provisions for Residential Parks
34.6.1.
Density
The maximum density of residential units in a Residential park shall be 20 units
per gross hectare.
34.6.2.
Services
Each residential unit located within a residential park shall be provided with a
piped water supply, sewage disposal facilities, solid waste disposal, storm
drainage, electricity, street lighting, telephone and road maintenance.
34.6.3.
Access
Each residential site within a residential park shall be located on an internal
access road which shall have a dust free surface and shall be a minimum
travelled width of 4 metres for 1-way traffic flow and 6 metres for 2-way traffic
flow.
34.6.4.
Unit Per Site
Not more than one residential unit shall be placed on any residential site.
34.6.5.
Parking
In addition to the provisions of Section 3 each residential site shall be provided
with at least 1 car parking space and visitor parking shall be provided on the
basis on 1 space for every 2 residential sites, and shall be dispersed
throughout the residential park at locations convenient to the site which it is
intended to serve. Such visitor parking shall not be used for the storage of
boats or trailers.
34.6.6.
Recreation Space
Not less than 10 % of the gross area of a residential park shall be used as
recreation space, placed in locations convenient to all residents.
34.6.7.
Separation
Residential units and any part thereof shall be separated from each other or
from any other building by not less than 4 metres. Any porch, carport or
addition to a residential unit shall be regarded as part of the residential unit for
the purpose of separation.
34.6.8.
Storage
There shall be no outside storage of any furniture, domestic equipment or
seasonally used equipment on the residential site. Adequate open storage shall
be provided within a special communal storage area provided within the
residential park. Adequate covered storage shall be provided and located either
at the individual residential site or within a special communal storage area
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provided within the residential home park. Structures containing accessory
covered storage facilities shall be located and designated so that each building
provides storage space for a minimum of 8 units on the basis of 3.5 cubic
metres of storage space per unit, and no residential site is more than 60 metres
from its storage facility.
34.6.9.
Skirting and Accessory Structures
Each residential unit located on a residential site shall be placed on a
continuous permanent substructure and permanent foundation supports. All
residential units shall be provided with durable skirtings, with access where
necessary, to screen the view of the undercarriage or foundation supports and
any accessory structure shall be so designed to harmonize with the residential
units.
34.6.10. Commercial Buildings
Accessory commercial buildings shall not occupy more than 1 % of the
residential park area. The required parking spaces shall be calculated on the
basis of 1 parking space for each 10 square metres of gross floor area.
34.6.11. Residential Unit in a R5 Zone
Residential unit is defined as a single detached dwelling, occupied or capable
of being occupied as a home, residence or sleeping place by 1 or more
persons, constructed on-site, or off-site. The units shall be limited to a single
storey building, which may include a basement or cellar and which retain a
resemblance in terms of shape, size, and architectural detail to existing
structures in Grand Cove Estates. Single detached dwellings shall be limited to
1 dwelling unit. (As per By-law 59-1995)
34.6.12. Site Coverage
Site coverage shall mean the percentage of the site area, covered by all
buildings and structures above ground level including the area covered by
porches, carports, sunrooms or additions to a residential unit. (As per by By-law
36-2005)
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35.
Recreational Trailer Park and Campground (RC2)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
35.1. Permitted Uses
campground
conservation
forestry
passive recreation
private park
public park
trailer and tent park
35.2. Accessory Uses
1 accessory dwelling unit for the owner or manager of the trailer park or
campground;
for a trailer and tent park or campground: recreational vehicle sales and service,
convenience store, propane sales, recreational hall, and Laundromat;
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
35.3. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
35.4. Zone Provisions
Zone Area (minimum)
4 hectares
Property Frontage (minimum)
40 metres
Front Yard (minimum)
17 metres
Side Yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Exterior Side Yard (minimum)
25 metres
Rear Yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Zone Coverage (maximum)
10 %
Site Coverage (maximum)
40%
Trailer site area (minimum)
150 square metres
Building Height (maximum)
12 metres
35.5. Provisions for Accessory Residential Uses
Location - other than in basement or cellar;
Access to dwelling units from the adjacent street shall be provided for the
exclusive use of the dwelling units.
Minimum floor area per dwelling unit shall be in accordance with the following:
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a) fully detached residence: 84.0 square metres;
b) a residence as part of the non-residential building or structure: 70.0 square
metres;
35.6. Development Ratio
The development ratio for trailer parks shall be 1:2. That is, for each hectare of area to
be developed for trailer sites, 2 hectares shall be maintained in natural area or
recreational space.
35.7. Recreational Space
Not less than 20 % of the gross area of the lot shall be used as communal recreational
area.
Natural areas such as ravines, marshes, or lake banks shall not be included in the
calculation of recreational space.
35.8. Site Area
A minimum individual trailer park site area of 150 square metres shall be provided.
35.9. Buffer
Where a Recreational Trailer Park and Campground (RC2) zone abuts a Lakeshore
Residential (LR1) Zone a buffer strip of landscaped open space or natural vegetation of
10 metres shall be required.
35.10. Water Access
Where a recreational trailer park is located within 300 metres of a navigable body of
water or a lake, access to the water shall be provided as part of the lot or holding. The
width of this access shall be a minimum of 30 metres.
35.11. Density of Development
Overall density of development will not exceed 15 recreational vehicle lots or camp sites
per gross hectare.
35.12. Additions to Trailers
Enclosed structures, in the form of additions to travel trailers or park model trailers, are
permitted as an accessory "add-on" provided the total floor area of the addition(s) does
not exceed the floor area, height, double the width, and does not extend beyond the
length, of the travel trailer or park model trailer.
35.13. Distance between Trailers
There shall be a minimum distance of 3 metres between travel trailers/park model
trailers, including any "add-on" additions having a wall, as well as between a travel
trailer/park model trailer and a building or structure used for human habitation.
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35.14. Parking
For trailer and tent parks, each trailer or tent site shall be provided with at least 1 car
parking space and visitor parking shall be provided on the basis of 1 space for every 4
sites with visitor parking dispersed throughout the trailer and tent park at locations
convenient to the site which it is intended to serve. Such visitor parking shall not be
used for the storage of boats or trailers.
Parking for other uses shall be in accordance with General Provisions Parking
Requirements.
35.15. Setback from a Lane
All trailers, accessory buildings, and other buildings and structures shall be setback a
minimum of 2 metres from the traveled portion of an access lane or road within the
trailer and tent park.
35.16. Special Provisions
35.16.1. RC2-1 (As per by By-law 60-2004 & By-law 44-2007 & By-law 31-2018)
Notwithstanding the zone provisions of Section 16.4 of this By-law, the
following special provisions apply to the property zoned RC2-1:
35.16.1.1.
Permitted Structures (as per By-law #44-2007)
In addition to the permitted structures listed in section 35.3 Permitted
Structures, the trailer park and campground zoned RC2-1 may also include
park model trailers (as defined in Section 2 Definitions).
35.16.1.2.
Development Ration
Notwithstanding the development ratio outlined in Section 35.6, the trailer park
and campground zoned RC2-1 shall have a ratio of 1:1.5. That is, for each
hectare of area to be developed for trailer sites, 1.5 hectares shall be
maintained in natural area or recreational space.
Adjacent areas on the lot, zoned Natural Environment and which represent a
natural extension of the trailer park as defined by natural features of the natural
extension of the Recreational lot lines, may be included in the calculation of lot
area.
35.16.1.3.
Density of Development
Overall density of development will not exceed 15 recreation vehicle lots or
camp sites per gross hectare.
Adjacent area of the lot, zoned Natural Environment and which represent a
natural extension of the trailer park as defined by natural features or the natural
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extension of the Recreational lot lines, may be used to calculate the density of
development. All trailer sites must be located on the area zoned RC2-1.
35.16.1.4.
Site Provisions
a) Site coverage (max) 40 %
i.
Site coverage shall mean the percentage of the site area covered
by all buildings and structures above ground level including the
area covered by the trailer, deck, carports, sunrooms, porches,
additions to the trailer and accessory structures.
b) Trailer floor area (maximum) 100.3 square metres.(1080 sq ft)
c) Distance Between Trailers (minimum) 2.4 metres (8ft)
i.
The separation distance of 2.4 metres (8ft) shall be required to be
measured from any deck associated with the said trailer to the
nearest part of any deck that is associated with a trailer on a
separate site.
a) Distance Between Accessory Structures and Trailers on a Separate Site
(minimum): 1.2 metres (4ft)
i.
The separation distance of 1.2 metres (4ft) shall be required to be
measured from any accessory structure on the said site to the
nearest part of any deck that is associated with a trailer on a
separate site.
35.16.1.5.
Accessory Structures
Buildings and structures accessory to a park model trailer may be permitted on
an individual trailer site.
An accessory structure may include, but not limited to a: garage; shed; gazebo;
or a carport.
35.16.1.6.
Accessory Structure in Front Yard
Notwithstanding the General Provisions section to the contrary, one accessory
structure accessory to the main Recreational Trailer Park and Campground is
permitted to be built in the front yard with the following provisions: front yard to
accessory structure (minimum): 29m
Notwithstanding General Provisions Accessory Structures this accessory
structure is permitted to be built at a height of 9m (maximum)
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Section 36
Recreational Commercial
RC3
36.
Recreational Commercial (RC3)
Within the following zones, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or
erect or alter any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the
following provisions:
36.1. Permitted Uses
golf course
guest cabin
hotel
motel
restaurant
retail store for the sale of personal convenience goods and foodstuffs, and
recreational equipment
1 accessory dwelling unit
more than 1 main use is permitted
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
36.2. Permitted Structures
1 dwelling unit accessory to the permitted use;
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses.
36.3. Zone Provisions
Property area (minimum)
1850 square metres
Property frontage (minimum)
22 metres
Front yard (minimum)
17 metres
Side yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
7.5 metres
Property coverage (maximum)
30 %
Building Height (maximum)
14 metres
36.5. Provisions for Accessory Residential Uses
a) Location: other than in basement or cellar
b) Minimum floor area per dwelling unit shall be in accordance with the following:
i.
Fully detached residence: 84.0 sq.m
ii.
A residence as part of the non-residential building or structure: 70 sq.m
c) Access to dwelling units from adjacent street shall be provided for the exclusive
use of the dwelling units
36.6. Provisions for Golf Courses and Associated Uses
Property area (minimum)
4.0 hectares (10 acres)
Frontage (minimum)
75.0 metres (246 ft.)
Setbacks for buildings or structures (minimum):
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Front yard
30 metres (98 ft.)
Side yard
8.0 metres (26 ft)
Rear yard
8.0 metres (26 ft)
Property coverage (maximum)
10 %
Parking
see General Provisions of this By-law
Lighting
all lighting and illuminated signs shall be
arranged so as to deflect light away from
adjacent properties.
36.7. Special Zones
36.7.1.
RC3-1 Golf Course (As per By-law 39-1990)
Notwithstanding the uses permitted in the Recreational Commercial (RC3)
Zone, permitted uses and structures in the RC3-1 zone shall be limited to the
following:
36.7.1.1.
Permitted Uses
golf course
driving range
1 accessory dwelling unit detached from or part of another building or
structure, in conformity with the accessory dwelling provisions of the
RC3 zone
conservation uses
agricultural use, limited
more than 1 main use is permitted
accessory uses
36.7.1.2.
Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for permitted uses
buildings and structures accessory to permitted uses, which may include
a clubhouse with accessory restaurant, bar, and/or snack bar, a pro golf
shop, golf accessories rental shop, and grounds and maintenance
buildings and compound
accessory uses
36.7.2
Temporary Use By-law 19-2024 (As per by By-law 19-2024)
In addition to the permitted uses within the RC3 zone, the following use shall be
permitted for a period of not more than three (3) years, effective from the date of
passing of this bylaw:
A cropping agricultural use that does not include:
- The use of buildings and/or structures,
- The use of land for livestock purposes,
- The storage of manure on-site, or
- The application of manure.
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Recreational Commercial
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Notwithstanding the restrictions above, the application of herbicides and pesticides
shall be permitted in accordance with normal farm practices.
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Section 37
Huron County Playhouse
RC4
37.
Huron Country Playhouse (RC4)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
37.1. Permitted Uses
theatre
accessory uses to a theatre
37.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses
37.3. Zone Provisions
Subject to provisions of the Highway Commercial Zone (C3)
37.4. Building Provisions
Subject to provisions of the Highway Commercial Zone (C3)
37.5. Special Provisions
Notwithstanding provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) zone, accessory buildings
and structures are permitted in the front yard of lands zoned RC4.
Notwithstanding provisions of the Highway Commercial (C3) zone and General
Provisions Accessory Buildings, Structures & Uses Section 3.2 one accessory building
is permitted with human habitation and associated plumbing for a dormitory residential
use associated with the Huron Country Playhouse. This accessory building is permitted
at a height of 11 metres. All other provisions of this By-law shall apply. (As amended
by By-law 73-2019)
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Section 38 Residential Greenfield
RG1
38.
Residential Greenfield (RG1)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
38.1 Permitted Uses
- uses legally existing on the date of the passing of this By-law
- Uses permitted by the R2 Zone
- Uses permitted by the R3 Zone
- uses accessory to the permitted uses
38.2 Permitted Structures
- buildings and structures for the permitted uses
- buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses
38.3 Zone Provisions
The minimum residential density within the RG1 zone shall be 15 main dwelling units
per hectare
38.4. Special Zones
38.3.1
RG1-1
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned RG1-1, all
R3 uses not already permitted by the R2 zone shall be located a minimum of 50
metres from all R1 and R2 zoned properties.
38.3.2 RG1-2-H
Notwithstanding the provisions to the contrary, on the lands zoned RG1-2, the
minimum residential density shall be 40 main dwelling units per hectare.
Holding Provision: No development is permitted on the lands zoned RG1-2-H
until certain criteria have been met to the satisfaction of the Municipality of
South Huron, including draft plan approval and entering into a development
agreement with the Municipality and submitting the following studies based on
approved terms of reference: an archaeological impact assessment; a servicing
plan; a traffic impact study; a study addressing land use compatibility with
surrounding commercial / industrial uses including air, noise and vibration; and
any other required materials identified by the Municipality of South Huron.
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Section 39
Salvage Yard
SY
39.
Salvage Yard (SY)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
39.1. Permitted Uses
salvage yard;
uses accessory to the permitted uses, including the sale of motor vehicles and a
motor vehicle repair shop.
39.2. Permitted Structures
- accessory residence to be owned/operated by the owner/staff of the permitted
use;
- accessory storage containers in accordance with General Provisions
- buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
- buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses;
- storage shed
39.3. Zone Provisions
Zone area (maximum)
6 hectares
Property frontage (minimum)
45 metres
Front yard (minimum)
25 metres
Rear yard (minimum)
3 metres, except:
Abutting any non-industrial zone: 15
metres
Abutting a railway: 1 metre
Interior side yard (minimum)
3 metres, except
Abutting any non-industrial zone: 15
metres
Abutting a railway: 1 metre
Exterior side yard (minimum)
25 metres
Building height (maximum)
15 metres
Zone Coverage (maximum)
40%
In addition, an accessory residential use may only be established where there is a
minimum zone area of 4,000 square metres
39.4. Outdoor Storage & Display
All outdoor storage shall be surrounded by a solid fence or a planting strip with a
minimum height of 3 metres or be in accordance with a site plan for the outdoor storage
approved under the Planning Act. No outdoor storage shall be permitted higher than the
planting strip or fence.
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Salvage Yard
SY
Outdoor storage and display is permitted in the front yard if enclosed by the required
fence or planting strip but may not be located in the required front yard or required
exterior side yard.
39.5. Accessory Sale of Motor Vehicles
The motor vehicles to be sold are accessory to a motor vehicle repair shop on the
property and may include the sale of other used motor vehicles. The display area for the
sale of motor vehicles shall be limited to 15 vehicles and may be located in the required
yard at a setback of 10 metres from the exterior side property line or front property line.
This display area for the accessory sale of motor vehicles shall not include vehicles
which are derelict.
39.6. Special Zones
39.6.1 SY-1 (As per by-law 45-2015)
Further to the provisions of the Salvage (SY) Zone lands zoned SY-1 shall also
comply with the following:
39.6.1.1
The rear yard of the lands zoned SY-1 are limited to an area of 94
square metres wide and 206 metres deep (an area equal to 1.9 hectares). (As
amended by By-law 17-2021)
39.6.1.2
Vehicle storage and stacking will be permitted in the designated rear
yard to a maximum height of 3 metres.
39.6.1.3
A screening buffer of at least 1.5 metres in width is required along
the perimeter of the rear yard area used for vehicle storage subject to the following:
This buffer must be a continuous fence or vegetative buffer strip which reaches
a height that matches the maximum height of vehicles stored or stacked in the
rear yard.
The buffer shall be located in the rear yard outlined in 39.6.1.1 and will be a
continuous buffer required along the northerly, easterly, westerly and southerly
portion of any unlicensed derelict vehicle storage area.
An 18 metre opening for access will be allowed where the existing shop acts as
a visual screen. (As amended by By-law 17-2021)
39.6.1.4
To permit accessory sales of operational non-derelict motor vehicles
in the front yard (south west area of the property in front of the exiting dwelling
west of the existing driveway) at an approximate area of 60 metres frontage from
the far west property line eastward along County Road No 5 by a depth of 40
metres measured from the south west property boundary northward. The number
of vehicles shall be limited to a maximum of 10. A minimum setback distance of
10 metres is required from the street line to any vehicle.
39.6.1.5
All lighting and illuminating signs shall be arranged so as to deflect
light away from adjacent properties.
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Salvage Yard
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39.6.2 SY-2
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Salvage Yard (CSY) Zone the number of
unlicensed derelict vehicles stored outdoors is unlimited in number, however, the
stacking of vehicles will not be permitted. The storage of vehicles that have been
partially dismantled shall be restricted to the area of existing yard with dimensions
of 153 by 103 metres.
Further to the provisions of the Salvage Yard (SY) Outdoor Storage and Display
provisions a solid fence or wall will be required subject to the following:
The fence or wall shall be provided around the existing yard.
Subject to an agreement with Council, the required fence may be removed
when the required planting strip has grown to a sufficient height to suitably
screen the vehicle storage.
The fence or wall shall extend to a height of 2.13 metres, and the boarding on
the fence shall be continuous and extend a minimum range of .5 metres to
2.13 metres above the ground.
The fence shall be continuous and shall be constructed to screen the area in
which vehicles are stored.
39.6.3 SY-3
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Salvage Yard (SY) Zone, lands zoned SY-3
shall have a maximum lot area of 13 ha. The sale of Christmas trees is also a
permitted use on lands zoned SY-3.
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Section 40 - Utility
U
40.
Utility (U)
Within this Zone, no person shall establish any use of land or building, or erect or alter
any building or structure for any purpose except in accordance with the following
provisions:
40.1. Permitted Uses
active recreation;
agricultural use, limited;
community garden;
conservation;
passive recreation;
pipeline;
public utility;
radio, television, microwave, or similar communications tower;
railway track and station;
storm water management facility
telephone switching station;
uses accessory to permitted uses in other zones on the same property;
uses accessory to the permitted uses.
40.2. Permitted Structures
buildings and structures for the permitted uses;
buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses, not including a dwelling
unit.