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Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502 Zoning Bylaw
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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF
BRITANNIA NO. 502
ZONING BYLAW
Prepared for:
THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF BRITANNIA NO. 502
Prepared by:
CROSBY HANNA & ASSOCIATES
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AND COMMUNITY PLANNING
SASKATOON, SK
ORIGINAL DATE: JANUARY 2022
Consolidated version including the following Amendments (including Zoning District Map Amendments):
Bylaw 06-2023
Consolidation Date: August 22, 2023
Note:
This consolidation is not official. Amendments have been incorporated for convenience of reference and the original bylaws
should be consulted for all purposes of interpretation and application of the law.
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The Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502
Bylaw No. 24-2021
A Bylaw of the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502 to adopt a Zoning Bylaw.
The Council of the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502, in the Province of Saskatchewan, in open
meeting assembled enacts as follows:
(1)
Pursuant to Section 34(1) of The Planning and Development Act, 2007 the Council of the Rural
Municipality of Britannia No. 502 hereby adopts the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502 Zoning
Bylaw, identified as Schedule "A" to this Bylaw.
(2)
The Reeve and Administrator of the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502 are hereby authorized
to sign and seal Schedule "A" which is attached to and forms part of this Bylaw.
(3)
Bylaw No. 09-1989 the Zoning Bylaw for the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502, and all
amendments thereto, are hereby repealed.
(3)
This Bylaw shall come into force on the date of final approval by the Minister of Government
Relations.
Read a first time the
__10th ___
day of ____November ______, ____2021___
Read a second time the
__26th ___
day of _____January______, ___2022___
Read a third time the
__26th____
day of ____ January______, __2022__
Adoption of Bylaw this
__________ day of ____________________, _________
___________________________________
(Reeve)
SEAL
___________________________________
(Chief Administrative Officer)
Certified a True Copy of the Bylaw adopted by Resolution of Council
On the _________ day of ________________________, of the year ________
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THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF BRITANNIA NO. 502
ZONING BYLAW
Being Schedule "A" to Bylaw No. 24-2021
of the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502
_________________________________
(Reeve)
SEAL
_________________________________
(Chief Administrative Officer)
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Table of Contents
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INTRODUCTION ................................................................................. 6
1.1
Title ............................................................................................................................................... 6
1.2
Scope ............................................................................................................................................. 6
1.3
Purpose .......................................................................................................................................... 6
1.4
Severability ................................................................................................................................... 6
2
INTERPRETATION ............................................................................... 7
3
ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................. 27
3.1
Development Officer ................................................................................................................... 27
3.2
Application for Development Permit .......................................................................................... 27
3.3
Developments Not Requiring A Development Permit ................................................................ 27
3.4
Other Permit Requirements ......................................................................................................... 28
3.5
Application Requirements ........................................................................................................... 28
3.6
Development Permit Application Process ................................................................................... 34
3.7
Discretionary Use Applications .................................................................................................. 34
3.8
Validity of a Development Permit ............................................................................................... 44
3.9
Amending the Zoning Bylaw ...................................................................................................... 44
3.10
Development Appeals Board ...................................................................................................... 44
3.11
Minor Variances .......................................................................................................................... 45
3.12
Fees ............................................................................................................................................. 45
3.13
Zoning by Agreement .................................................................................................................. 46
3.14
Offences and Penalties ................................................................................................................ 46
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GENERAL REGULATIONS ..................................................................... 47
4.1
Frontage on the Road .................................................................................................................. 47
4.2
Development on Hazard Lands ................................................................................................... 47
4.3
Building to be Moved ................................................................................................................. 49
4.4
Waste Disposal ............................................................................................................................ 49
4.5
Water ........................................................................................................................................... 49
4.6
Storage of Chemicals, Fertilizers and Combustible Materials .................................................... 49
4.7
One Principal Building Permitted on a Site ................................................................................ 50
4.8
Non-Conforming Buildings, Sites and Uses ............................................................................... 50
4.9
Public and Private Utilities and Pipelines ................................................................................... 50
4.10
Vehicle Storage ........................................................................................................................... 50
4.11
Fences ......................................................................................................................................... 51
4.12
Shipping Containers .................................................................................................................... 51
4.13
Setback from Centre Line of Roads ............................................................................................ 52
4.14
Landscaping ................................................................................................................................ 52
4.15
Outside Storage and Waste Material Storage .............................................................................. 54
4.16
Permitted Yard Encroachments ................................................................................................... 54
4.17
Prohibited Uses in All Districts ................................................................................................... 55
4.18
Signs and Billboards ................................................................................................................... 56
4.19
Temporary Uses .......................................................................................................................... 57
4.20
Visibility Clearance at Intersections............................................................................................ 57
4.21
Membrane Covered Structures .................................................................................................... 58
4.22
Pole Sheds and Post Frame Structures ........................................................................................ 58
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SPECIAL STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS .............................................. 59
5.1
Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures .................................................................................. 59
5.2
Recreational Campgrounds and Tourist Camps .......................................................................... 68
5.3
Public Works in the Form of Solid and Liquid Waste Management or Disposal Facilities ........ 69
5.4
Bed and Breakfast Homes and Vacation Farms .......................................................................... 70
5.5
Custodial Care Facilities and Residential Care Facilities ........................................................... 70
5.6
Service Stations ........................................................................................................................... 71
5.7
Gas Bars/ Bulk Fuel Sales ........................................................................................................... 71
5.8
Fuel Storage Tanks ...................................................................................................................... 71
5.9
Home-based Businesses and Farm-based Businesses ................................................................. 72
5.10
Outfitter Base Camps and Tourism Base Camps ........................................................................ 73
5.11
Kennels (Boarding and Breeding) ............................................................................................... 73
5.12
Auction Markets .......................................................................................................................... 74
5.13
Truck Stops ................................................................................................................................. 74
5.14
Solar Energy Facilities (Individual) ............................................................................................ 75
5.15
Wind Energy Facilities (one turbine) .......................................................................................... 75
5.16
Wind Farms (two or more turbines) ............................................................................................ 76
5.17
Transloading Facilities ................................................................................................................ 77
5.18
Oil and Gas Exploration and Development ................................................................................ 77
5.19
Junk and Salvage Yards and Auto Wreckers ............................................................................... 78
5.20
Crematoriums .............................................................................................................................. 78
5.21
Communal Farm Settlements ...................................................................................................... 78
5.22
Cannabis Production Facilities .................................................................................................... 79
5.23
Cannabis Retail Stores ................................................................................................................ 80
5.24
Solar Farms ................................................................................................................................. 80
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ZONING DISTRICTS ............................................................................ 81
6.1
Classification of Zoning Districts ............................................................................................... 81
6.2
Zoning District Maps .................................................................................................................. 81
6.3
Boundaries .................................................................................................................................. 81
6.4
Regulations ................................................................................................................................. 82
6.5
Properties with More than One Zoning District .......................................................................... 82
6.6
Transitional Zoning Provisions ................................................................................................... 82
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DISTRICT SCHEDULES ......................................................................... 83
7.1
AR - Agriculture Resource District ............................................................................................ 83
7.2
CR1 - Medium Density Country Residential District ................................................................ 90
7.3
CR2 - High Density Country Residential District ...................................................................... 94
7.4
CRMU - Country Residential Mixed Use District ..................................................................... 98
7.5
RR - Resort Residential District ................................................................................................ 106
7.6
H1 - Hamlet District ................................................................................................................. 111
7.7
H2 - Hamlet Residential District .............................................................................................. 117
7.8
C1 - Commercial/ Industrial District ........................................................................................ 120
7.9
C2 - Restricted Commercial District ........................................................................................ 126
7.10
M1 - Industrial District ............................................................................................................. 132
7.11
CON - Conservation District .................................................................................................... 138
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REQUIRED SEPARATION DISTANCES BETWEEN USES ............................. 141
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MAPS ............................................................................................ 143
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Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502 Zoning Bylaw
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1
TITLE
This Bylaw shall be known as the "Zoning Bylaw of the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502".
1.2
SCOPE
All development within the limits of the municipality shall be in conformity with the provisions of
this bylaw, subject to the right of appeal provisions of The Planning and Development Act, 2007
(The Act).
1.3
PURPOSE
This is a Bylaw to control the use and development of the land in the municipality and assist in
implementing the Official Community Plan for the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502.
1.4
SEVERABILITY
If any part of this Bylaw, including anything shown on the Zoning District Map, is declared to be
invalid for any reason, by an authority of competent jurisdiction, that decision shall not affect the
validity of the Bylaw as a whole, or any other part, section or provision of this Bylaw.
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2 INTERPRETATION
Whenever in this bylaw the following words or terms are used, they shall, unless the context otherwise
provides be held to have the following meaning:
Abattoir: a premise where livestock is slaughtered and the meat is cut, cured, smoked, aged, wrapped,
frozen, or otherwise processed for distribution.
Accessory Building or Use: a building or use which:
(a)
is subordinate to and serves the principal building or principal use;
(b)
is subordinate in area, extent and purpose to the principal building or principal use
served;
(c)
contributes to the comfort, convenience or necessity of occupants of the principal
building or principal use served; and,
(d)
is located on the same site as the principal building or principal use served.
Act, The: The Planning and Development Act, 2007, as amended.
Aggregate Extraction: the extraction, crushing, washing, screening, weighing, sorting, blending and/or
refining of sand, gravel, clay, or similar materials.
Agricultural Operation: an agricultural operation as defined within The Agricultural Operations Act.
Agricultural Service and Contracting Establishments: premises used for the supply of goods, materials or
services that support agricultural uses including the sale and storage of seeds, feed, fertilizer and chemical
products and the rental, sale, repair or service of agricultural equipment or implements or any
combination of the foregoing.
Agricultural Support Services: includes,
(a)
grain and seed storage, cleaning and drying;
(b)
fertilizer mixing sales (subject to provincial regulations);
(c)
livestock and poultry breeding services;
(d)
abattoirs;
(e)
bin yards, and;
(e)
other agriculturally related services.
Agroforestry: a collective name for the practice of intentionally using trees within land use systems and
practices in which woody perennials are deliberately integrated with crops and/or animals on the same
land management unit either in spatial or temporal sequence.
Alteration: any structural change or addition made to any building or structure.
Amusement Park: a development including go-cart, paint ball and miniature golfing facilities, concessions
and arcades, swimming pools, water slides, batting cages and other similar uses.
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Ancillary Use: a use that is secondary and subordinate in size, extent and purpose to the principal use on
the same site, but is not necessary for the operation of the principal use on that site.
Animal, Exotic: any animal as per the interpretation provided for "exotic wildlife" in The Wildlife Act, 1998.
Animal Hospital: means a Building used by veterinarians primarily for the purposes of the consultation,
diagnosis, and office treatment of household pets and large animals, but shall not include long-term board
facilities for animals nor kennels
Animal Unit: the kind and number of animals calculated in accordance with The Agricultural Operations
Regulations Appendix Table 1 [Section 2]
Applicant: a developer or person applying for a development permit under this bylaw.
Auction Market: a building, structure, or lot, or part thereof, used as a premises where goods and
materials that are to be sold by public auction.
Bed and Breakfast Home: a dwelling unit in which the occupants thereof use a portion of the dwelling
unit for the purpose of providing, for remuneration, sleeping accommodation and one meal per day to
members of the general public, for periods of one week or less, and in which:
(a)
not more than three bedrooms within the dwelling unit are used to provide such sleeping
accommodation;
(b)
the dwelling unit is the principal residence of the persons receiving the remuneration and
providing the sleeping accommodation and one meal per day; and,
(c)
the meal which is provided is served before noon each day.
Bin pad: a foundation used for grain storage systems.
Bin yard: a site used for the storage of grain, fertilizer, machinery and other equipment.
Building: a structure used for the shelter or accommodation of persons, animals, or chattels.
Building Bylaw: any bylaw of the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502 regulating the erection,
alteration, repair, occupancy or maintenance of buildings or structures.
Building Floor Area: the maximum habitable area contained within the outside walls of a building,
excluding in the case of a dwelling unit any private garage, porch, sunroom, unfinished attic or unfinished
basement.
Building Height: the vertical distance of a building measured from grade level to the highest point of the
roof surface.
Building Line, Established: a line, parallel to the front site line (and, in the case of corner sites, a line,
parallel to the side site line along the flanking street), and set back the average distance from the edge of
the street to the main walls of the existing buildings on a side of any block of the street where more than
half the lots have been built on.
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Building Permit: a permit issued under a building bylaw of the municipality authorizing the construction
of all or part of any building.
Building, Principal: the main building in which the principal use of the site is conducted.
Campground, Recreational: the seasonal operation of an area of land managed as a unit, providing
temporary short-term accommodation for tents, tent trailers, travel trailers, recreational vehicles and
campers, used by travelers and tourists.
Campsite: a designated and delineated area within a campground or tourist camp that is intended to
accommodate a single tent, tent party or recreational vehicle.
Cannabis Production Facility: a facility, approved under federal and provincial regulations, that is used in
whole or in part for the planting, cultivation, testing, harvesting, processing and distribution of the
cannabis plant and any of its derivatives.
Cannabis Retail Store: a retail store, approved under federal and provincial regulations that sells cannabis
and any of its derivatives.
Carport: a roofed enclosure for the parking of a motor vehicle or motor vehicles which has less than 60%
of the total perimeter enclosed by walls, doors or windows and is attached to a principal building.
Cemetery: property used for the internment of the dead and may include facilities for the storage of ashes
of human remains that have been cremated.
Club: a group of people organized for a common purpose, to pursue common goals, interests or activities,
usually characterized by certain membership qualifications, payment of dues or fees, regular meetings,
and a constitution and bylaws; and shall include lodges and fraternal organizations.
Compatible: with respect to land use, that land uses are able to exist near each other without conflict or
are consistent and capable of being used in combination with each other.
Community Centre/ Hall: a building or facility used for recreational, social, educational or cultural
activities and which is owned by a municipal corporation, non-profit corporation or other non-profit
organization.
Construction Trades: offices, shops and warehouses, with or without associated retail sales of plumbing
and heating, electrical, carpentry, masonry and other trades associated with construction.
Convenience Store: a store offering for sale primarily food products, beverages, tobacco, personal care
items, hardware and printed matter and which primarily provides a convenient day-to-day service to
residents in the vicinity.
Council: the Council of the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502.
Crematorium: a building fitted with the proper appliances for the purposes of cremation of human or
animal remains and includes everything incidental or ancillary thereto.
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Custodial Care Facility: either:
(a)
a facility for the temporary detention or open custody of persons pursuant to the
provisions of The Youth Criminal Justice Act (Canada) or The Summary Offences Procedure
Act, 1990 (Saskatchewan); or,
(b)
a facility for the accommodation of persons participating in a community training program
pursuant to The Correctional Services Act.
in which the number of persons in detention, custody or residence does not exceed five.
Day Care Centre: a facility for the non-parental care of over four (4) preschool age children on a daily basis
and licensed under The Child Care Act.
Deck: a raised open platform, with or without rails, in conformance with National Building Code Standards,
attached to a principal building.
Development: the carrying out of any building, engineering, mining or other operations, in, on, or over
land, or the making of any material change in the use or intensity of use of any building or land.
Development Permit: a document authorizing a development issued pursuant to this Bylaw.
Dwelling: a building used or intended for residential occupancy and may include a Modular Dwelling
or a Ready-to-Move Dwelling (RTM), Manufactured Dwelling as herein defined.
Dwelling, Accessory Recreation; a residence located within an accessory building, intended to allow for
temporary accommodation which may include sleeping and / or sanitary facilities.
Dwelling, Business: an accessory dwelling unit accessory to a commercial or industrial use in a
commercial, industrial or agricultural zoning district that is intended to accommodate an owner, manager,
employee of the company who must live onsite to accomplish their tasks.
Dwelling, Manufactured: a single-unit dwelling manufactured in a facility to the CSA Standard A277
and usually transported on a steel frame. A manufactured dwelling is a mobile home that conforms to
Canadian Standards Association No. Z240 MH series of standards for mobile homes or to such
standards as may have been defined by the Canadian Standards Association or mobile homes at any
time subsequent to the definition of the standard set out as Z240.
The CSA Standard A277 means that the dwelling (being transported to the site as modular sections or
prefabricated off-site) meets the requirements of the National Building Code or other standard such as
the Z240 MH Series Standard. The A277 Standard is not a building code, it is a procedure for certifying
compliance with the building code or in the case of a mobile home, the Z240 MH series standard which
replaced the building code is some places.
A manufactured dwelling is a dwelling that is used all year round and shall include:
(a) water faucets and shower or other bathing facilities that are connected to a water
distribution system; and
(b) facilities for washing and a water closet or other similar facility that are connected to a
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sewage system.
Dwelling, Modular: a single unit dwelling which is constructed of pre-fabricated parts, unit modules
and/or finished sections built in a factory and which are transported to the site for assembly on a fixed,
approved foundation that complies with the requirements of the National Building Code of Canada and
built to the CSA Standard A277.
Dwelling, Secondary Suite: a self-contained dwelling unit that is an accessory use to a single detached
dwelling, and located within;
-
a building in which the principal use is a single detached dwelling; or
-
a building that is accessory to a single detached dwelling but is not otherwise a dwelling.
Dwelling, Ready-to-Move (RTM): a ready-to-move one unit dwelling which is built to completion off-site
using conventional lumber and building practices according to the current National Building Code of
Canada, or built under the CSA A277 standard, and which is transported to the site as a complete unit for
placement on a fixed, approved foundation that complies with the requirements of the National Building
Code of Canada.
Dwelling, Semi-Detached: a dwelling unit on its own site, with a common wall dividing the two dwelling
units through at least 30% of the depth of the entire structure, measure from the front to the rear building
lines.
Dwelling, Single Detached: a detached building consisting of one dwelling unit as herein defined with the
exception of an approved Dwelling, Secondary Suite, but shall not include a manufactured dwelling as
herein defined.
Dwelling, Two-Unit: a building divided into two separate dwelling units on the same site but not including
single detached dwellings which contain a secondary suite as defined herein.
Dwelling Unit: a separate set of living quarters, whether occupied or not, usually containing sleeping
facilities, sanitary facilities and a kitchen or kitchen components. For the purpose of this definition,
"kitchen components" include, but are not limited to, cabinets, refrigerators, sinks, stoves, ovens,
microwave ovens or other cooking appliances.
Estimated Peak Water Level (E.P.W.L.): the estimated peak water elevation for the geographic area based
on a 1:500-year flood event (0.5% chance of annual exceedance probability).
Estimated Peek Water Level Plus a Freeboard: the level defined by The Ministry of Municipal Affairs at
time of subdivision and by municipal bylaw to which flood-proofing must be undertaken for developments
in the flood hazard area. The freeboard allows for uncertainties in the calculations, and for other possible
hazards such as ice shove, ice jams, and erosion. The Saskatchewan Watershed Authority usually
recommends a freeboard of 0.5 m for most situations. For dykes used as flood-proofing, a freeboard of
0.6 m is usually recommended. In areas with high uncertainty in the hydrology or hydraulic response of
the lake or river, a freeboard of up to 1.0 m may be recommended.
Farm: the land, buildings, and machinery used in the commercial production of farm products.
Farm-based Business: an occupation carried on by the operators of a farm, ancillary to the principal use.
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Farm Dwelling: an accessory dwelling on a farm that is intended to accommodate farm workers.
Farm Operation: conditions or activities which occur on a farm in connection with the commercial
production of farm products, including agroforestry, but not including Intensive Livestock Operations or
Intensive Agricultural Operations.
Farm Product: those plants and animals useful to man and including, but not limited to:
(a)
forages and sod crops;
(b)
grains and feed crops;
(c)
dairy and dairy products;
(d)
poultry and poultry products;
(e)
livestock, including breeding and grazing;
(f)
fruits;
(g)
fish;
(h)
vegetables;
(i)
flowers;
(j)
seeds;
(k)
grasses;
(l)
trees;
(m)
apiaries and honey production;
(n)
equine and other similar products; and,
(o)
other product which incorporate the use of food, feed, fibre or fur
Fence: an artificially constructed barrier erected to enclose or screen areas of land.
Fence, Permeable: Any fence with a high degree of visual permeability which is used for the containment
of animals or the separation of property boundaries, but does not add significant privacy or screening
form wind or noise.
Fence, Solid: Any fence greater than 3 metres in height which is used to screen an area of land from sight
or wind.
Flankage: the side site line of a corner site which abuts the street.
Flood Fringe: the portion of the flood plain inundated by the 1:500 year flood that is not floodway. It is a
zone within the flood hazard area where some types of development may occur if suitably flood-proofed.
The Flood Fringe is typically defined as that portion of the flood hazard area where:
(a)
depth of inundation above natural ground is less than 1.0 metre;
(b)
flow velocities are less than 1.0 metre per second; and,
Flood Hazard Area: the area below the E.P.W.L. The flood hazard area has two zones; the Flood Fringe and
the Floodway.
Flood Plain: the area inundated by water from a watercourse or water body during a 1:500 year flood and
is made up of the floodway and the flood fringe.
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Flood Proofed: a measure, or combination of structural and non-structural measures, incorporated into
the design of a structure that reduces or eliminates the risk of flood damage to a defined elevation.
Floodway: the portion of the flood plain adjoining the channel where the waters in the 1:500 year flood
are projected to:
(a) meet or exceed a depth of one metre; or
(b) meet or exceed a velocity of one metre per second.
Typically only necessary infrastructure is allowed in a floodway (eg. water intakes and outfalls, bridge piers
and abutments, etc) or development that is of low value and non-obstructive (eg. parks, nature areas,
parking lots, and recreational trails). The Floodway contains the deepest, fastest, and most destructive
floodwaters.
Foreshore: the Crown Land lying between the shore of any watercourse and registered surface parcels.
Gas Bar: a building or facility used for the retail sale of motor vehicle fuels from fixed pumps.
Geotechnical Assessment: an assessment or estimation by a qualified expert of the earth's subsurface and
the quality and or quantity of environmentally mitigated measures that would be necessary for
development to occur.
Grade Level: the average level of the finished surface of the ground adjacent to the exterior walls of the
building or structure.
Hazard Land: means land that is contaminated, unstable, prone to flooding, shoreline erosion, or
otherwise unsuited for development or occupation because of its inherent danger to public health, safety,
or property. Hazards may include surface and subsurface features such as unstable slopes, areas exhibiting
subsidence, and other natural or human-made features.
Hazardous Material: any product, substance or organism which, because of its quantity, concentration or
risk of spill, or its physical, chemical or infectious characteristics, either individually or in combination with
other substances, is an existing or potential threat to the physical environment, to human health or to
living organisms, including but not limited to:
(a)
corrosives;
(b)
explosives;
(c)
flammable and combustible liquids;
(d)
flammable solids. substances liable to spontaneous combustion, substances that on
contact with water emit flammable gases;
(e)
gases, compressed, deeply refrigerated, liquefied or dissolved under pressure;
(f)
oxidizing substances; organic peroxides;
(g)
poisonous (toxic) and infectious substances;
(h)
radioactive materials;
(i)
waste Dangerous Materials; and,
(j)
any other environmentally hazardous substance.
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Health Care Clinic: a facility or institution engaged in the provision of services for health maintenance,
diagnosis or treatment of human pain, injury or other physical condition on an out-patient basis.
Highway Sign Corridor: a strip of land parallel and adjacent to a provincial highway where private signs
may be permitted to advertise goods and services of local area businesses and attractions, as provided by
regulations of the Department of Highways and Transportation entitled "The Erection of Signs Adjacent to
Provincial Highway Regulations, 1986", as may be amended from time to time.
Home-based Business: an occupation carried on by the occupants of a residence ancillary to a principal
use.
Hotel: a building or part of a building used as a place for sleeping accommodation with or without meals,
and which may have a licensed beverage room, but does not include a motel.
Institutional Camp: an area of land containing sleeping accommodations and facilities which are used to
provide short term accommodation for persons engaged in passive or active recreation or leisure, which,
without limiting the generality of the foregoing, shall include the following: children's camp or
establishment, religious camp, artist's camp, retreat, educational camp, recreational camp, sports camp
or other similar camp or establishment.
Intensive Agricultural Operation: a principal use that produces a crop that is grown in buildings or under
structures, using hydroponic techniques, or by use of intensive irrigation and fertilizer application, but not
including an intensive livestock operation.
Intensive Livestock Operation (ILO): as per the definition provided in the Agricultural Operations Act.
Intersection: an area where two or more streets or lanes meet or cross at grade.
Junk and Salvage Yards and Auto Wreckers: uses including, but not limited to, uses involved in salvaging,
storing or selling scrap metal, paper, plastic, glass, wood and other waste material, as well as unlicensed
vehicles and used vehicle parts.
Kennel: an establishment for the temporary accommodation, keeping, breeding, housing, exercising,
training and/ or raising of four (4) or more domestic animals over six (6) months in age that are not
Livestock, for commercial purposes, but does not include the keeping of animals in a Veterinary Clinic for
the purpose of observation and/ or recovery necessary to veterinary treatment.
Lakeshore: the line denoting the high-water mark for any lake.
Landscaping: the modification and enhancement of a site through the use of any or all of the following
elements:
(a)
hard landscaping: landscaping consisting of non-vegetative materials, such as brick, stone,
concrete, tile and wood, but excluding monolithic concrete and asphalt;
(b)
soft landscaping: landscaping consisting of vegetation, such as trees, shrubs, hedges and
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grass;
(c)
architectural elements: landscaping consisting of wing walls, sculptures, etc.
Landscaping establishment: establishments primarily engaged in providing landscape care and
maintenance services including the sale and / or installation of trees, shrubs, plants, lawns or gardens, and
establishments engaged in these activities along with the construction (installation) of walkways, retaining
walls, decks, fences, ponds and other similar structures and the retail sale of soft landscaping materials
such as plants, trees, shrubs, as well as hard landscaping materials such as bricks, pavers, shale, crushed
rock or other similar materials associated with landscaping, but does not include on-site outdoor and
indoor cultivation or propagation of plants (green housing).
Lane: a public highway vested in the Crown as a secondary level of access to a lot or parcel of land.
Linear Park: dedicated land developed in a linear fashion, between 15 and 35 metres in width, intended
to facilitate pedestrian and cycling transportation, and may also facilitate the management of storm water.
Livestock: poultry, hogs, sheep, goats, cattle, horses, fur-bearing animals, game and similar animals
including those contained in the Agricultural Operations Act and Regulations.
Loading Space: a space, measuring at least 2.4 metres in width and 8.4 metres in depth, located on a site,
and having access to a street or lane, in which a vehicle may park to load or unload goods.
Lot: an area of land with fixed boundaries and which is of record with the Information Services Corporation
by Certificate of Title.
Manufacturing and Processing Facilities: the manufacturing and assembly of goods, products or
equipment and / or the processing of raw or finished materials, including the servicing, repairing or testing
of materials, goods, equipment normally associated with the manufacturing, processing or assembly
operation. It may include any storage and shipping facilities, indoor display, office, technical or
administrative support areas or any sales operation accessory to the principal use.
Marina: a building, structure or place, containing docking facilities and located on a waterway, where boats
and boat accessories are stored, serviced, repaired or kept for sale and where facilities for the sale of
marine fuels and lubricants may be provided.
Membrane-Covered Structure: a structure consisting of a frame that is covered with plastic, fabric,
canvass or similar non-permanent material, which typically is used to provide storage for vehicles, boats,
recreational vehicles or other personal property, or on a larger scale, for storage of commercial goods and
materials. The terms shall also apply to structures known commonly as 'hoop houses', 'canopy-covered
carports' and 'tent garages', and can be fully or partially covered. Gazebos are not membrane-covered
structures.
Mineral Resource Processing: the blasting, crushing, washing, screening, weighing, sorting, blending
and/or refining of mineral resources.
Minister: the member of the Executive Council to whom, for the time being, is assigned the administration
of The Planning and Development Act, 2007.
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Motel: an establishment consisting of a group of attached or detached living or sleeping accommodations
each with a bathroom, located on a lot or site and designed for use by the public, and may include a
restaurant or licensed dining room.
Motor Vehicle, Farm and Heavy Equipment Use: any building, premises or land in which or upon which a
business, service or industry involving the maintenance, servicing, storage or repair of commercial vehicles
is conducted or rendered, including the dispensing of motor fuel or other petroleum products directly into
moto vehicles and the sales of accessories or equipment for trucks or similar commercial vehicles.
Municipal Facility: land and / or structures owned by the Municipality that are used for:
(a)
office and meeting space;
(b)
storage of municipal equipment and supplies;
(c)
recreation; and/or,
(d)
other institutional purposes.
Municipality: The Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502.
Nacelle: the framing and housing at the top of a wind tower that enclose the gearbox and generator.
Non-Conforming Building: a building:
(a)
that is lawfully constructed or lawfully under construction, or in respect of which all
required permits have been issued, at the date a Zoning Bylaw or any amendment to this
Bylaw affecting the building or land on which the building is situated or will be situated
becomes effective; and,
(b)
that on the date this Bylaw or any amendment to this Bylaw becomes effective does not,
or when constructed will not, comply with this Bylaw.
Non-Conforming Site: a site, consisting of one or more contiguous parcels, that on the day of a zoning
bylaw or any amendment to a zoning bylaw becomes effective, contains a use that conforms to the bylaw,
but the site area or site dimensions do not conform to the standards of the zoning bylaw for that use.
Non-Conforming Use: a lawful specific use:
(a)
being made of land or a building or intended to be made of land or a building lawfully
under construction, or in respect to which all required permits have been issued, on the
date of this bylaw or any amendment hereto becomes effective; and,
(b)
that on the date this Bylaw or any amendment hereto becomes effective does not, or in
the case of a building under construction or in respect of which all required permits have
been issued, will not comply with this Bylaw.
Office and Office Building: a building or part of a building used primarily for conducting the affairs of a
business, profession, service, industry or government in which no goods or commodities of business trade
are stored, transhipped, sold or processed.
Official Community Plan (OCP): the Official Community Plan Bylaw, as most recently amended, for the
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Outfitter Base Camp: a commercial recreation facility that provides outfitting services by a licensed
outfitter and which may include accommodation licensed under The Public Accommodation Regulations
and the storage and provision of related outfitting equipment, or the dressing, butchering, cleaning or
freezing of game or fish, as part of the service.
Outfitting Equipment: equipment and supplies, including boats, canoes and other water vessels, aircraft,
motor vehicles, motors, fuel, fishing and hunting gear and any other equipment for use in:
(a)
hunting, taking or catching wildlife;
(b)
angling, taking or catching fish; and/or,
(c)
ecotourism, including the viewing and photographing of natural areas, flora and fauna.
Passive Recreation Use: a recreational land use that does not require significant development upon the
site and does not lessen the natural character of the area.
Personal Service Shops: establishments engaged in providing the care of a person or their apparel, which
include barber shops, hairstyle salons, laundries, dry cleaners, shoe repair, photographic studios and other
similar uses.
Place of Worship: a place used for worship and related religious, philanthropic or social activities and
includes accessory rectories, manses, meeting rooms and other buildings. Typical uses include churches,
chapels, mosques, temples, synagogues and parish halls.
Pole Shed and Post Frame Structures: buildings and structures constructed using pole framing or post-
frame construction technique.
Public Utility: a government, municipality or corporation under Federal or Provincial statute which
operates one of the following:
(a)
systems for the production, distribution or transmission of electricity;
(b)
systems for the distribution, storage or transmission of natural gas or oil;
(c)
facilities for the storage, transmission, treatment, distribution or supply of water;
(d)
facilities for the collection, treatment, movement or disposal of sanitary sewage;
(e)
telephone, internet, cable television or light distribution or transmission lines; and,
(f)
facilities for the collection, storage, movement and disposal of storm drainage.
Principal Building: the main building in which the principal use of the site is conducted.
Private Utility: a private company which operates one of the following:
(a)
systems for the production, distribution or transmission of electricity;
(b)
systems for the distribution, storage or transmission of natural gas or oil;
(c)
facilities for the storage, transmission, treatment, distribution or supply of water;
(d)
facilities for the collection, treatment, movement or disposal of sanitary sewage;
(e)
telephone, internet, cable television or light distribution or transmission lines; and,
(f)
facilities for the collection, storage, movement and disposal of storm drainage.
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Real Property Reports: a legal document that illustrates the location of all relevant visible public and
private improvements relative to property boundaries. It is in the form of a plan or illustration of the
various physical features of the property including a written statement detailing the surveyor's opinions
or concerns. It is relied upon by the municipality as an accurate representation of the improvements to
property
Recreational Facility: a recreation or amusement facility open to the general public.
Recreational Vehicle: a unit intended to provide temporary living accommodation for campers or
travelers; built as part of, or to be towed by, a motor vehicle; and includes truck campers, motor homes,
tent trailers, fifth wheels, travel trailers.
Recreational Vehicle Park, Permanent: a site intended to accommodate one or more recreation vehicles
or trailer coaches at a time on a temporary basis.
Recycling Collection Depot: a building or structure used for collection and temporary storage of recyclable
household material such as bottles, cans, plastic containers and paper. The following shall not be allowed
at a recycling collection depot:
(a)
processing of recyclable material other than compaction;
(b)
collection and storage of paints, oil, solvents or other hazardous material; nor,
(c)
outdoor compaction.
Reeve: the Reeve of the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502.
Rental Suite: dwelling unit accessory to, a single detached dwelling, including:
(a) the development or conversion of basement space or above-grade space to a separate
dwelling unit within the detached dwelling , or the addition of new floor space to an existing
single detached dwelling, built to national building code standards; or
(b) the development or conversion of space in a building accessory to a single detached dwelling,
built to National Building Code Standards.
Repair Shops and Repair Services: a place where personal effects and household goods and appliances
are repaired including the repair of large equipment such as motor vehicles, heavy equipment or heavy
motors.
Residential Care Facility: a facility licensed under provincial statute to provide, in a residential setting, long
term residential, social, physical, or personal care, including accommodation, meals, supervision or
assistance for persons who have limits on ability for self-care, self-supervision, and who are unrelated to
the operator or owner.
Restaurant: a place where food and beverages are prepared and served to patrons seated at tables or
counters, in a motor vehicle on the premises, or for off-site consumption, and may include a drive-through
service window.
Retail / Service Commercial: the sale or display of merchandise to the public, including the storage of
merchandise on or about the premises in quantities sufficient only to supply the establishment or
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establishments engaged in such merchandise sales, or providing the care of a person or their apparel and
accessories, including but not limited to childcare services, beauty salons and barber shops, massage
services, health clubs, tanning beds, spas, esthetician services, laundry services, laundromats, dry
cleaning, shoe repair, tailor or seamstress services, photographic studios, pharmacies and other similar
uses, including the provision of health related services.
Rotor: the blades and hubs of a wind turbine that rotate during its operation.
Rural Municipal Chief Administrative Office: The Rural Municipal Chief Administrative Officer(s) for the
Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502.
Safe Building Elevation (S.B.E): an elevation of 0.5 metres above the 1:500 year flood elevation of any
watercourse, water body in the flood fringe.
Salvage Yard: shall mean a building, structure, or premises where discarded or salvaged vehicles or
machinery, including pars therefrom, are bought or sold, collected, dismantled, or otherwise processed.
School: a body of pupils that is organized as a unit for educational purposes, that comprises one or more
instructional groups or classes, together with the principal and teaching staff and other employees
assigned to such body of pupils, and includes the land, buildings or other premises and permanent
improvements used by and in connection with that body of pupils.
Screening: a fence, wall, berm or planted vegetation located so as to visually shield or obscure one
abutting area of use from another.
Service Station: a place where petroleum products are kept for retail sales for automobiles and other
motor vehicles and where repairs, rental, servicing, greasing, adjusting or equipping of automobiles or
other motor vehicles may be performed, but not including painting, body work and major repairs.
Shipping Container: a prefabricated metal container or box specifically constructed for the transport of
goods by rail, ship or transport truck and used for storage.
Sight Triangle: the triangular area formed, on corner sites, by the intersecting front and side site lines at a
street intersection and the straight line joining said site lines at point which are measured distance along
said site lines. (refer to Figure 2-1).
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Figure 2-1: Sight Triangle
Sign: any writing (including letter or word), billboard, pictorial representation (including illustration or
decoration), emblem (including devise, symbol or trademark), flag (including banner or pennant), or any
other figure of similar character which:
(a)
is a structure or any part thereof, or is attached to, painted on, or in any manner
represented on a building;
(b)
is used to announce, direct attention to, or advertise a use or building; or,
(c)
is visible from outside the building
DESIGN SPEED (KM/H)
STOPPING SITE DISTANCE (S.S.D.)
≤ 60
7.5 m
≤ 80
80 m
> 100
230 m
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Sign, A - Board: A sign that is "A" shaped and is set upon the ground. An A-Board sign has no external
support structure.
Sign, Awning: A sign attached to or constructed in or on the face of an awning or canopy.
Sign, Balloon: A inflated, three dimensional device that is affixed or anchored to the ground or structure.
Sign, Banner: A lightweight, flexible fabric or material mounted to a pole, structure or building and does
not include federal, provincial or municipal flags
Sign, Digital: means any sign or portion of a sign that has electronically controlled, computer-generated
changeable letter, numerical, or pictorial panel copy that remains static for a specified time frame and
then regenerates to a new image. These signs include digital displays using incandescent lamps, LED's,
LCD's, plasma or related technology whereby the message can be altered by electric or electronic means.
Sign, Fascia: Sign attached flush to, or marked, painted or inscribed on a vertical surface of a building, but
does not include a billboard sign
Sign, Fence: A sign attached to a fence
Sign, Free Standing: A sign that is supported independently of a building wall or structure.
Sign, Hanging: A sign that is suspended from a structure
Sign, Neighborhood: A sign which states the name of a community
Sign, Roof: a sign which projects above the top eaves or is erected upon a roof of a building to which the
sign is attached.
Site: one or more contiguous lots under one ownership and used, or intended to be used, by a single
principal use.
Site, Corner: a site at the intersection or junction of two (2) or more streets (refer to Figure 2-2).
Site, Interior: a site other than a corner site (refer to Figure 2-2).
Site, Lakeshore: any residential site that abuts the bank of a lake, or that abuts municipal or environmental
reserve land that abuts the bank of the lake, or abuts the foreshore.
Site, Through: a site not more than one lot in depth, having a frontage on two streets more or less parallel
(refer to Figure 2-2).
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Figure 2-2: Illustration of Site Definition
Site Coverage: that portion of the site that is covered by principal and accessory buildings.
Site Drainage Plan: a plan which shows the existing and proposed topography of a site, with contour
intervals and drawn to scale, with appropriate dimensions and sufficient spot elevations to adequately
demonstrate to the Development Officer that the proposed drainage pattern will not have an adverse
effect on neighbouring properties and streets.
Site Frontage:
(a)
for Rectangular Sites: the horizontal distance between the side site lines of the site
measured along the front site line.
(b)
for Non-Rectangular Sites: the average of the horizontal distances between the side site
lines of the site measured along the front and rear site lines.
Site Line, Front: the boundary at the front of the site.
Site Line, Rear: the boundary at the rear of the site and opposite the front site line.
Site Line, Side: a site boundary other than a front or rear site line.
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Solar Energy System: any solar collector panel, shingle, or other solar energy device or ancillary equipment
mounted on a building or a free-standing structure, whose primary purpose is to provide for the collection,
storage, and distribution of solar energy.
Solar Farm: Systems designed for the primary purpose of generating power for the sale to third parties via
the electric grid. The systems can be roof-mounted systems or ground-mounted systems that may or may
not have accessory structures on the same site.
Street: a public road or thoroughfare registered by plan of survey which affords the principal of access to
abutting property, but shall not include an easement or lane.
Storage Yards and Establishments: establishments primarily engaged in renting or leasing space for self-
storage. These establishments provide secure space (rooms, compartment, lockers, containers, or
outdoor space) where clients retrieve and store their goods.
Structure: anything that is built, constructed, or erected, located in, on, or over the ground, or attached
to something located in or over the ground.
Subdivision: a division of land as described in the regulations pursuant to The Land Surveys Act, 2000.
Supply Depot: a facility that specializes in the bulk storage and sale of products and supplies.
Telecommunications Facility: includes,
(a)
microwave towers, including mobile (cellular) phone towers and associated facilities;
(b)
internet receiving and/or transmittal towers and associated facilities;
(c)
radar stations;
(d)
radio and television towers and associated facilities; and,
(e)
any other tower or structure used for receiving and/or transmitting electromagnetic
radiation.
Temporary Building: a building without a foundation or footing, and that is to be removed upon expiration
of a designated time period.
Temporary Sign: a sign which is not permanently anchored to a structure extending below grade or
permanently affixed to, or painted on, a building and on which the copy has been painted or affixed in a
permanent manner. The copy on the sign shall relate to an activity, use or event of limited time duration
not exceeding 90 days, without prior approval from the municipality. Temporary signs include such signs
as political campaign signs, real estate signs, construction identification signs, signs identifying seasonal
businesses, signs advertising specific community events, and signs providing temporary identification for
developments awaiting installation of a permanent sign.
Temporary Use: a use established for a fixed period of time and that is to be discontinued upon the
expiration of the time period specified for that use.
Temporary Work Camp: a temporary residential complex used to house camp workers by various
contracting firms on a temporary basis of more than 28 days and less than one (1) year. The camp is usually
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made up of a number of mobile units, clustered in such fashion as to provide sleeping, eating, recreation
and other basic living facilities.
Tourism Base Camp: a commercial recreation facility which provides outfitting services for the viewing of
natural areas and wildlife, but not including services for hunting, taking, catching or angling of wildlife or
fish, and which may include accommodation licensed under The Public Accommodation Regulations and
the storage and provision of related outfitting equipment.
Tourist Camp: a facility which has two or more cabins for the accommodation of the travelling public and
may also have provision for the accommodation of trailers, tent trailers, tents and recreational vehicles.
Training Centre: an establishment that conducts technical training and instruction in a technical subject
or trade.
Trailer Coach: any vehicle used or constructed in such a way as to enable it to be used as a conveyance
upon public roads or highways and includes a self-propelled or non-self-propelled vehicle designed,
constructed or reconstructed in such a manner as to permit occupancy as a dwelling or sleeping place for
one or more persons notwithstanding that its running gear is removed or that it is jacked-up
Transload Facilities: facility for transferring bulk or breakbulk commodities between rail and truck freight.
Common transload freight includes lumber, steel, bulk liquids (oil, fuel, fertilizers etc.) and solids (cement,
grain, fly ash, etc.).
Tree Nursery: the use of land for raising shrubs, trees and bedding plants.
Truck Stop: any building, premises, or land in which or upon which a business, service, or industry involving
the maintenance, servicing, storage, or repair of commercial vehicles is conducted or rendered, including
the dispensing of motor fuel or other petroleum products directly into motor vehicles and the sales of
accessories or equipment for trucks or similar commercial vehicles. A truck stop shall also be defined to
include those overnight accommodations and restaurant facilities primarily for the use of truck crews.
Use: the purpose or activity for which a piece of land or its buildings is designed, arranged, occupied or
maintained.
Use, Agricultural Related Commercial or Industrial: a service to the agricultural community such as grain
and seed cleaning and drying, fertilizer distribution, implement and machinery assemblage, sale and
service, veterinary clinics, hatcheries, apiaries, bulk fuel sales, stock yards, feed mills, oil seed processing
plants, and other similar uses.
Use, Discretionary: a use or form of development that may be allowed in a zoning district following
application to, and approval of the Council; and which complies with the development standards, as
required by Council, contained in this Bylaw.
Use, General Industrial: any of the following activities:
(a)
the processing of raw or finished materials;
(b)
the manufacturing or assembly of goods, products or equipment;
(c)
the cleaning, servicing, repairing or testing of materials, goods and equipment normally
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associated with industrial or commercial businesses or cleaning, servicing and repair
operations to goods and equipment associated with personal household use, where such
operations have impacts that would make them incompatible with non-industrial
development;
(d)
the storage or transhipping of materials, goods and equipment, including warehouses;
(e)
the training of personnel in general industrial operations; and
(f)
indoor display, office, technical or administrative support areas or any sales operation
accessory to the general industrial use.
Use, Hazardous Industrial: an industrial use involving the manufacturing, storage, processing,
transhipment, collection, treatment or disposal of hazardous materials or chemicals (specifically excluding
storage of agriculture fertilizer, herbicide or pesticide warehousing and/or sales facilities, and depots for
the collection of farm chemical containers).
Use, Petroleum Related Commercial: a service to the petroleum and natural gas extraction industry such
as drilling and oil well servicing operations, hauling services and storage facilities and other similar uses.
Use, Permitted: any use or form of development, other than a discretionary use, specifically allowed in a
zoning district subject to the regulations applicable to that zoning district.
Use, Principal: the main purpose for which a building, structure, or site is used.
Use, Prohibited: any use or form of development that is not allowed because it is not listed as a Permitted
or Discretionary Use within a given zoning district, or because it is specifically prohibited elsewhere in this
Bylaw.
Veterinary Clinic: a place for the care and treatment of small and/or large animals involving outpatient
care and medical procedures involving hospitalization, and may include the keeping of animals in outdoor
pens.
Warehouse: a building used primarily for the storage of goods and materials.
Watercourse: any location where water flows or is present, whether or not the flow or the presence of
water is continuous, intermittent, or occurs only during a flood, and includes but is not limited to wetlands
and aquifers.
Wholesale Establishment: the sale of commodities to retailers or jobbers and shall include the sale of
commodities for the purpose of carrying on any trade or business.
Waste Management or Disposal Facility, Liquid: a facility to accommodate any waste which contains
animal, mineral or vegetable matter in solution or suspension, but does not include a manure storage area
for an intensive livestock operation.
Waste Management or Disposal Facility, Solid: a facility, not including a waste transfer station, to
accommodate discarded materials, substances or objects which originated from residential, commercial,
institutional and industrial sources which are typically disposed of in municipal or private landfills, but not
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including dangerous goods, hazardous waste or biomedical waste.
Wildlife Management Activities: activities involved in the proper management of an area or region for
the continuous production of wildlife therefrom.
Wind Energy Facility: a single wind turbine and all equipment, machinery and structures utilized in
connection with the conversion of wind to electrical energy. This includes, but is not limited to, all
associated transmission, storage, collection and supply equipment, substations, transformers, site access,
service roads and machinery.
Wind Farm: a wind energy facility consisting of two or more wind turbines.
Wind Turbine: a device that converts kinetic energy of the wind into rotational energy to turn an electrical
generator shaft. A wind turbine typically consists of a rotor, nacelle and supporting tower. The height of a
wind turbine tower is measured from the base of the tower foundation to the highest point of the blades
at their apex.
Yard: an unoccupied space open to the sky on the same site with a building or structure.
Yard, Front: that part of a site which extends across the full width of a site between the front site line and
the nearest main wall of a building or structure.
Yard, Rear: that part of a site which extends across the full width of a site between the rear site line and
the nearest main wall of a building or structure.
Yard, Required: the minimum yard required by this Bylaw and within which, unless specifically permitted,
no building or structure, or part of a building or structure shall be erected.
Yard, Side: the part of a site which extends from a front yard to the rear yard between the side line of a
site and the nearest main wall of a building or structure.
Zoning District: a specifically delineated area of the municipality within which certain uniform
requirements and regulations or various combinations thereof govern the use, placement, spacing and
size of land and structures.
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3 ADMINISTRATION
3.1
DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
The Rural Municipal Administrator (Administrator) shall be the development officer responsible
for the administration of this Bylaw. The Administrator may appoint a Development Officer
subject to the approval of Council, to whom duties in the administration of this Bylaw may be
delegated.
3.2
APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
3.2.1 No person shall undertake a development or commence a use unless a Development Permit has
first been obtained, except as provided in Section 3.3. A Development Permit cannot be issued in
contravention of any of the provisions of this Bylaw subject to Sections 213 to 227 of The Act.
3.2.2 All residences require a development permit, including farm residences.
3.2.3 Intensive livestock and poultry operations with 300 or more animal units shall be considered
intensive livestock operations under this bylaw and will also require a development permit.
3.3
DEVELOPMENTS NOT REQUIRING A DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
3.3.1 Development listed in Section 3.3.2 of this Bylaw must be allowed in the zoning district in which
they are located and must comply with the regulations of this Bylaw.
3.3.2 Developments which do not require a development permit include:
(1)
Farm Operations
Any conditions or activities which occur on a farm in connection with the commercial
production of farm products, including agroforestry, but not including intensive livestock
operations or intensive agricultural operations. Accessory farm buildings and structures,
where accessory to permitted farm operations shall require a permit.
(2)
Small Accessory Buildings
Single storey accessory buildings with a building floor area less than 9.3 m2
(3)
Public Work
Any operation for the purposes of inspecting, repairing, or renewing sewers, mains,
cables, pipes, wires, tracks or similar public works as required and the installation of
service connections to property in the municipality.
Note: a permit is required for the installation of all new transmission lines and mains
associated with facilities and systems for public works as defined herein.
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(4)
Maintenance
Maintenance and repairs that do not include any structural alterations.
(5)
Fences
(6)
Temporary Confinement of Livestock
The temporary confinement of livestock during the winter months as part of a permitted
farm operation.
3.4
OTHER PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
3.4.1 A building permit shall not be issued unless a Development Permit, where required, has been
issued.
3.4.2 Nothing in this Bylaw shall exempt any person from complying with the requirements of a building
bylaw or any other bylaw in force within the municipality, or from obtaining permission required by this
or any other law or bylaw in the municipality, the province or the federal government.
3.4.3 Where the provisions in this Bylaw conflict with those of any other municipal, provincial or federal
requirement, the higher and/or more stringent standards shall prevail.
3.5
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
3.5.1 Applications for a development permit and applications for a discretionary use shall be
accompanied by the following:
(1)
The names, addresses and telephone numbers of the applicant, property owner and
person or consultant who prepared the plans being submitted, including a local contact
person.
(2)
The proposed use of the site or building to be constructed, or the proposed use of the
existing building floor area to be altered or occupied, including the area of the proposed
building or renovations.
(3)
The complete legal description of the subject property.
(4)
A copy of a site plan, drawn to scale with appropriate dimensions, showing the following
information:
(a)
north arrow, roads adjacent to the site, all property boundaries, identified
frontage of site, site area, site elevations, and the location of any existing
buildings, structures, utility poles and wires, underground utilities, easements,
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building encroachments, and type and location of existing trees;
(b)
the location and size of proposed buildings or structures, including all front, side
and rear yard setback dimensions where relevant;
(c)
the location and size of all entrances and exits to the site; and,
(d)
the method and location of on-site sewage disposal facilities and, where
proposed, manure storage facilities, including a valid sewage disposal permit
issued by Public Health.
(e)
the method and location of fresh water supply
(5)
Proof of a heritage review and clearance from the provincial heritage agency or a
completed Exempt Activities Checklist where applicable.
(6)
A copy of the title(s) for the subject property, retrieved no earlier than 21 days before the
application is submitted
(7)
Where a building permit is required, a Real Property Report completed by a certified
Saskatchewan Land Surveyor shall be submitted no later than 30 days after the
municipal Building Official has completed the foundation inspection.
(a)
Section 3.5.1(7) shall not apply to residential development accessory to a
principal agricultural use.
(b)
Does not apply to interior alterations or renovations where no new foundation
or alteration to an existing foundation is required.
3.5.2 For certain developments or discretionary uses Council may consider proposals in the context of
the information contained on the Development Maps in Section 6 of the Official Community Plan and
additional information shall be required in support of the application, as follows:
(1) Recreational Campground, Tourism Base Camp, Tourist Camp, Outfitter Base Camp and
Institutional Camps.
An applicant for a discretionary use approval for the above uses shall provide
documentation to Council's satisfaction:
(a)
a plan of the site, identifying any buildings, uses of land and the location of all
roadways, buildings, structures, and campsites with dimensions, and a letter of
intent, confirming applicants engagement with other applicable authorities,
ministries, and agencies involved in licensing and permitting such operations. The
addition or rearrangement of sites or accommodation facilities, the construction
or moving of buildings, material changes in use of portions of land, or the filling
or clearing of land shall require a development permit, and the applicant shall
submit for approval an amended plan incorporating the proposed development.
(2) Intensive Livestock Operation (ILO)
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An applicant for a discretionary use approval for an intensive livestock operation shall
provide the following documentation to Council's satisfaction:
(a)
of distances to the nearest land uses, development types and municipal limits,
whether within the municipality or within an adjacent municipalities, listed in
"Table 8-1 - Required Separation Distances Between Uses" and measured as
specified in the notes to that table;
(b)
that the water supply is sufficient for the development and that the supply for
neighbouring developments will not be adversely affected by the proposed
operation;
(c)
of proposed methods of manure management, including on-site storage or
stockpiling, transportation, and spreading, incorporation or disposal;
(d)
of proposed odour management and control measures, including proposed odour
management and control related to earthen manure storage facilities and liquid
manure lagoons, and odour management and control measures related to the
ventilation of hog or poultry barns;
(e)
of the location and extent of sufficient lands to be used for the spreading of
manure from the ILO, as well as proposals for the annual confirmation of the
continued availability of such lands;
(f)
of the proposed methodology for monitoring on-site and neighbouring wells for
water quality and quantity purposes after the ILO has begun operation, and for
reporting on same to Council; and,
(g)
documentation, to Council's satisfaction, as specified in Section 3.5.2.4 of the
Official Community Plan.
(3) Intensive Agricultural Operation
An application for a discretionary use approval for an intensive agricultural operation
where intensive irrigation is required, shall provide the following documentation to
Council's satisfaction:
(a)
that the water supply is sufficient for the development and that the supply for
neighbouring developments will not be adversely affected by the proposed
operation.
(4) Industrial Use
An applicant for a discretionary use approval for a commercial or industrial use may be
required to provide:
(a)
documentation, to Council's satisfaction, as specified in Section 3.7.2.2 of the
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Official Community Plan and documentation that the locational criteria in Table
8-1 - Required Separation Distances Between Uses are satisfied.
(5) Hazardous Industrial Use
An applicant for a discretionary use approval for a hazardous industrial use shall provide
documentation, to Council's satisfaction:
(a)
of distances to the nearest land uses, development types and municipal limits,
whether within the Municipality or within an adjacent municipality, listed in
"Table 8-1 - Required Separation Distances Between Uses" and measured as
specified in the notes to that table (refer to Section 3.7.2.2 of the Official
Community Plan); and
(b)
of the distance to the nearest permanent surface water course or permanent
water body.
(6) Solid or Liquid Waste Management or Disposal Facility
An applicant for a discretionary use approval for a public work in the form of a solid or
liquid waste management or disposal facility shall provide documentation, to Council's
satisfaction:
(a)
of distances to the nearest land uses, development types and municipal limits,
whether within the municipality or within an adjacent municipalities, listed in
"Table 8-1 - Required Separation Distances Between Uses" and measured as
specified in the notes to that table (refer to Section 3.3.2.2 of the Official
Community Plan).
(7) New Communal Water or Sewer System:
(a)
An application for any new communal water system or communal sewer system
shall include a copy of the system drawings, as required by the Public Health Act,
1994 and associated regulations or The Environmental Management and
Protection Act and associated regulations.
(8) Dwelling in a Country Residential Zoning District
An application for a development permit for a dwelling in any country residential zoning
district may be required to provide:
(a)
a copy of the site drainage plan, drawn to scale, with appropriate dimensions
except for the following:
(i)
development that does not involve the erection of buildings or changes
in site grades.
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(9) Wind Energy Facility
An application for a wind energy facility shall provide documentation, to Council's
satisfaction as follows:
(a)
A site location plan showing the subject property, adjacent roads, railways,
telecommunications facilities (to ensure avoidance of microwave transmission
corridors), property lines and all habitable buildings within one (1) one mile of the
proposal.
(b)
A detailed site plan drawn to scale showing the location of the proposed wind
turbine(s) and all associated facilities indicating cable locations for domestic usage
and power grid connections, existing vegetation, proposed access and
landscaping.
(c)
Confirmation of site ownership by the proponent or where the land is not owned
by the proponent evidence of site control and right to access through provisions
of a lease or easement agreement with the owner.
(d)
Proponents are responsible for obtaining any required federal or provincial
permits, licenses and approvals for construction and maintenance of wind energy
facilities and must remit a copy to the municipality.
(e)
Details respecting the colour and markings for the proposed tower including
required lighting in accordance with federal aviation requirements.
(f)
Validation by a professional engineer of the structural integrity of the proposed
supporting tower and foundation or a description of required manufacturing
specifications.
(g)
For wind energy facilities consisting of two or more wind turbines additional
information may be required respecting:
(i)
illustration of sight line vistas and shadow flicker from residential
buildings within one (1) mile of the proposed development utilizing
photographic representations of the development area;
(ii)
a decommissioning plan addressing the manner of physical removal of
the facility, removal of any hazardous materials and site restoration to a
natural condition, should the use of the facility be discontinued.
(10) Gravel/ Sand/ Clay/ Topsoil/ Borrow Operations
An application for excavating, stripping or grading of sand, gravel, clay, topsoil, borrows or
similar materials, such as gravel pits and gravel crushing operations, shall include the
following documentation:
(a)
a plan showing the location of the area of the operation relative to the site
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boundaries, the estimated depth of excavation, and the estimated quantity of
material to be removed;
(b)
a plan showing the distances to the adjoining land uses as listed in "Table 8-1 -
Required Separation Distances Between Uses";
(c)
a description of the excavation, stripping or grading operation proposed;
(d)
a detailed timing and phasing program covering the time span of the proposed
operation;
(e)
a description of reclamation and rehabilitation measures to be conducted both
during and following the operation consistent with The Reclamation Guidelines
for Sand and Gravel Operations provided by the Ministry of Environment. Those
guidelines recommend that "reclamation practices should ensure a physical
stabilization of the soils and achieve a sustainable land use so that the land may
be returned to a productive state as soon as possible after the operation has
completed", and that "reclamation operations should be carried out concurrently
with extraction";
(f)
a description of the measures to be taken for the prevention and lessening of dust
and other nuisances during and after the operation;
(g)
road maintenance measures and proposed truck routes; and
(h)
clearances from Saskatchewan Heritage and Saskatchewan Environment stating
proposed operations do not conflict with any areas of heritage or environmental
sensitivity.
Council may impose requirements in addition to those set out above. Council may also
require a performance bond by any person or company undertaking any work outlined in
Section 3.5.2 (10) to ensure that the development is carried out in a professional manner
and using the industry's best practices. The amount of the performance bond is to be set
at the discretion of Council.
Council may enter into a formal Road Maintenance Agreement with the Developer or
Contractor.
(11)
Manufactured Dwelling
Where an application is submitted for a manufactured dwelling that has been
previously occupied:
(a) A satisfactory Manufactured Home Inspection completed by the Municipal
Building Official or designate, as per the Rural Municipality of Britannia's
Manufactured Dwelling Inspection Bylaw, must be submitted to the Development
Services Officer before a decision of the development permit application is issued.
(b) A satisfactory Manufactured Home Inspection shall include:
(i)
A statement by the Building Official that the manufactured dwelling is
in condition suitable to be considered for a development permit as
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per the inspection report provided.
(c) If a satisfactory Manufactured Home Inspection completed by the Building Official
or designate is not or cannot be submitted to the Development Services Officer,
the development permit will be denied.
3.6
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESS
3.6.1 The Development Officer shall review all applications for completeness and shall inform an
applicant whose application is not complete of the information or documentation required to complete
the application, and that the application will not be considered until it is complete.
3.6.2 The Development Officer may submit any application to Council for a decision on the interpretation
of the bylaw, or on special conditions provided in the bylaw, and shall inform the applicant of this action.
Council or the Development Officer may require the applicant to provide such further information as may
be required to make a decision.
3.6.3 Upon completion of the review of a complete application for development, the Development
Officer shall issue a development permit for a development that complies in all respects with the
requirements of this Bylaw, the Official Community Plan and The Act.
3.6.4 Where an application is made for a development permit with respect to a development for a
discretionary use which has been approved by Council, the Development Officer shall issue a development
permit subject to any specified development standards and/ or conditions prescribed by Council pursuant
to Section 56(3) of The Act.
3.6.5 Every decision of the Development Officer with respect to an application for a development permit
shall be in writing and a copy of the decision shall be sent to the applicant.
3.6.6 The Development Officer may revoke a development permit where:
(1)
the development permit has been issued in error; and/or,
(2)
an approved development is not being developed or operated in accordance with the
provisions of this Bylaw, or in accordance with the standards and conditions specified in
the development permit; and/or,
(3)
it is determined that the permit has been issued based on inaccurate or incomplete
information provided by the applicant, either intentionally or otherwise.
3.6.7 The Development Officer shall give the reasons for denying or revoking a development permit.
3.7
DISCRETIONARY USE APPLICATIONS
3.7.1 Discretionary Use Application Process
(1)
The following procedures shall apply to discretionary use applications:
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(a)
Applicants must file with the Development Officer a development permit application, a
site plan, any other plans and information as required by the Development Officer and
pay the required application and advertising fees;
(b)
The application will be examined by the Development Officer for conformance with the
Official Community Plan, this Bylaw, and any other applicable policies and regulations;
(c)
The Development Officer may request comments from other government agencies where
applicable;
(d)
The Development Officer will prepare a report, to be presented to Council, concerning the
application including recommendations that conditions be applied to an approval;
(e)
The Development Officer will set a date for the meeting at which the application will be
considered by Council and will be given notice by ordinary mail to assessed owners of
property as per the following:
i. for development within the Agricultural Resource District, notification to be
issued to assessed owners of property within 2400 metres of the boundary of
the applicant's land, except where otherwise prescribed by this Bylaw or an
Act or Regulation.
ii. For development within Mixed Use Country Residential District, High Density
Country Residential District, Medium Density Country Residential District,
Commercial/ Industrial District, Restricted Commercial District, Industrial
District, or Conservation District, notification to be issued to assessed owners
of property within 800 meters of the boundary of the applicant's land, except
where otherwise prescribed by this Bylaw or an Act or Regulation.
iii. for development within the Hamlet District, Hamlet Residential District, and
Resort Residential District, notification to be issued to assed owners of
property within 75 metres of the boundary of the applicant's land, except
where otherwise prescribed by this Bylaw or an Act or Regulation.
(g)
Council shall consider the application together with the report of the Development
Officer, and any written or verbal submissions received by Council;
(h)
Council may reject the application or approve the application with or without conditions,
including a condition limiting the length of time that the use may be conducted on site;
and,
(i)
The Development Officer shall notify the applicant of Council's decision by the applicant's
preferred method of written correspondence, as indicated on the application form.
(j)
Where an application for discretionary use is approved by resolution of Council, the
Development Officer shall issue a development permit subject to any specified
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development standards prescribed by Council pursuant to Section 3.7.4 below.
(k)
Where an application for a discretionary use does not meet the zoning regulations for
the applicable zoning district, the Development Officer shall:
(i)
advise the applicant that before the discretionary use can be considered by
Council, the development permit application must be refused on the grounds of
zoning non-compliance but that the applicant has the right to appeal.
(ii)
advise the applicant that if the appeal is granted, the discretionary use can then
be considered by Council with any necessary rezoning requirements.
(l)
The Development Officers shall maintain a registry of the location and all the relevant
details respecting the granting of the discretionary use approval.
(2)
Discretionary uses, discretionary forms of development, and associated accessory uses are subject
to the development standards and applicable provisions of the zoning districts in which they are
located. In approving any discretionary use to minimize land use conflict, Council may prescribe
specific development standards related to:
(a)
site drainage of storm water;
(b)
the location of buildings with respect to buildings on adjacent properties;
(c)
access to, number and location of parking and loading facilities including adequate access
and circulation for pedestrian and vehicle traffic;
(d)
the routing of traffic to and from site;
(e)
appropriate space for vehicle line ups for drive through commercial facilities in order to
reduce disruption of traffic flows on adjacent roadways;
(f)
control of noise, glare, dust and odour;
(g)
landscaping, screening, fencing, and preservation of existing vegetation to buffer adjacent
properties;
(h)
the size, shape and arrangement of buildings, and the placement and arrangement of
lighting and signs;
(i)
prescribed specific time limits for a use that is intended to be temporary or to allow
Council to monitor the impact of a use on surrounding development; and
(j)
intensity of use.
(3)
Council's approval of a discretionary use application is valid for a period of twelve (12) months
from the date of approval. An approval shall be deemed to be invalid if the proposed use or
proposed form of development has not commenced within that time or if the Council determines,
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within the twelve (12) month period, that the proposed development is not proceeding in
accordance with the terms and conditions of its approval. The Development Officer shall advise
the applicant and Council when a prior approval is no longer valid.
(4)
Council may direct that a discretionary use approval extension be granted for an additional twelve
(12) month period by the Development Officer.
(5)
If an approved discretionary use or discretionary form of development ceases to operate for a
period of twenty-four (24) consecutive months or more, Council may require a new discretionary
use approval where the use is subject to separation distances that may limit potential adjacent
development. The Development Officer shall advise the owner and Council when a prior approval
is no longer valid.
(6)
Where Council has approved a discretionary use for a fixed time, as provided in this Bylaw, and
that time period has expired, that use of land and/or use of buildings on that land shall cease until
such time as Council gives a new discretionary use approval and a new development permit is
issued.
3.7.2 General Discretionary Use Evaluation Criteria
Council will apply the following general criteria in the assessment of the suitability of an
application for a discretionary use or discretionary form of development:
(1)
The proposal must be in conformance with all relevant sections of the Official Community
Plan and this Bylaw and must demonstrate that it will maintain the character, density and
purpose of the zoning district where necessary through the provisions of buffer areas,
separation and screening.
(2)
The proposal must be capable of being economically serviced by community
infrastructure including roadways, water and sewer services, solid waste disposal, parks,
schools, and other utilities and community facilities.
(3)
The proposal must not be detrimental to the health, safety, convenience or general
welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity or injurious to property,
improvements or potential development in the vicinity.
3.7.3 Terms and Conditions for Discretionary Use Approvals
(1)
Discretionary uses, discretionary forms of development, and associated accessory uses
are subject to the development standards and applicable provision of the zoning district
in which they are located. In approving a discretionary use application, Council may
prescribe specific development standards to minimize land use conflict with respect to:
(a)
site drainage of storm water;
(b)
the location of buildings with respect to buildings on adjacent property;
(c)
access to, number and location of parking and loading facilities including
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adequate vehicular access;
(d)
control of noise, glare, dust and odour; and,
(e)
the size, shape and arrangement of buildings, and the placement and
arrangement of lighting and signs to ensure compatibility with the height, scale,
setbacks and design of buildings in the surrounding area, and with land uses in
the general area.
(2)
Council may approve discretionary use applications for a fixed period of time where it is
considered important to monitor and reevaluate the proposal and its conformance with
the objectives of this Bylaw.
(3)
Gravel Pits & Gravel Crushing Operations
(a)
Prior to issuance of a development permit for the establishment of a gravel pit or
gravel crushing operation, Council may require the developer to enter into an
agreement, pursuant to Section 235 of The Act, to define the responsibilities of
the operator and operation requirements. Any of the following criteria, along
with any additional criteria in accordance with an agreement set by Council and
the developer, may be prescribed in such an agreement:
(i)
Conditions respecting the operation of the pit or quarry;
(ii)
Responsibilities of the developer and/or operator concerning the
reclamation of the site;
(iii)
The routing of trucks to and from the site;
(iv)
The planting of trees on and/or near the site, and/or in another location
to the satisfaction of Council;
(v)
The erection of fencing and signs;
(vi)
The maintenance of municipal roadways; and/or,
(vii)
The posting by the developer of a performance bond to guarantee
adherence to the above or any other requirements that Council may
specify.
3.7.4 Use Specific Discretionary Use Evaluation Criteria
Council will apply the following use specific criteria to the assessment of the suitability of an application
for a particular discretionary use or discretionary form of development.
(1) Mineral and aggregate resource extraction industries:
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(a)
In reviewing an application, Council shall consider the environmental implications
of the operation including plan for site restoration.
(b)
In addition to the public notification provisions for discretionary uses contained
within this bylaw, council shall require details of the application be circulated to
property owners adjacent to the proposed haul roads to obtain public input on
the proposed site.
(c)
The applicant and operator shall ensure that dust and noise control measures are
undertaken at the request of and to the satisfaction of Council to prevent the
operations from becoming an annoyance to neighboring landowners.
(d)
The applicant and operator shall apply appropriate methods for minimizing the
noise created from machinery and equipment through proper location and
property screening including locating stockpiles to act as a noise barrier.
(e)
The applicant and operator shall keep the site in a clean and tidy condition free
from rubbish and non-aggregate debris.
(f)
The disturbed area shall be progressively reclaimed to a land capability equivalent
to pre-disturbance land capability (for example, agricultural land) or post-
disturbance condition and land use (for example, conversion to a wetland) which
is satisfactory to Council. These conservation and reclamation procedures shall be
in accordance with the applicable provincial guidelines.
(g)
Property approaches shall be located away from existing residential dwelling
units.
(h)
The resource extraction industry shall have regard to adjacent land uses and no
materials is to be stored or piled on any road allowance or within 30 m (100ft) of
the bank of any river or watercourse.
(i)
The applicant, operator or any person who hauls the mineral resource may be
required buy Council to enter into a road maintenance agreement.
(2) Livestock auction facilities and stockyards:
(a)
Shall be located at least 300 m from all residential and community service
districts.
(3) Ambulance stations:
(a)
The site shall be accessible from a major road network to avoid heavy traffic
volumes on residential access roads.
(b)
Consideration shall be given to the location of entry and exit points of the site and
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their relationship with existing intersections and adjacent residential uses.
(c)
The character of adjacent residential uses shall be protected and maintained
through the provision of buffer areas, separation distances and screening.
(4) Auto body shops, construction trades and yards, transportation and trucking, freight handling
facilities including railway, taxidermy and accessory tanning of hides, warehouses, manufacturing and
processing, welding and machine shops, metal fabricators and storage yards:
(a)
The location of the use will only be favourably considered where it can be
demonstrated that the use and intensity is appropriate to the site and that it will
have a minimal impact on the surrounding adjacent areas. Consideration may be
given but is not limited to the following effects:
(i)
municipal servicing capacity;
(ii)
anticipated levels of noise, odour, smoke, fumes, dust, lighting, glare,
vibration or other emissions emanating from the operation;
(iii)
anticipated increased levels or types of vehicle traffic, unsafe conditions
or situations for vehicles, cyclists or pedestrians; and / or
(iv)
utilization of hazardous substances.
(b)
All materials and goods used in conjunction with construction trades and
manufacturing shall be stored within an enclosed building, or within an area
hidden from view by screening;
(c)
Warehouses and freight handling facilities shall be accessible from a major road
network to avoid heavy traffic volumes on access roads. Consideration shall be
given to the location of entry and exit points to the site and their interrelation
with existing intersections or land constraints; and,
(d)
Manufacturing and assembly operations in conjunction with a manufacturing
plant shall be conducted within an enclosed building, when possible.
(5) Asphalt and cement plants, gravel yards and coal yards:
(a)
The location of the use will only be favourably considered where it can be
demonstrated that the use and intensity is appropriate to the site and that it will
have a minimal impact on the surrounding adjacent areas. Consideration may be
given but is not limited to the following effects:
(i)
municipal servicing capacity;
(ii)
anticipated levels of noise, odour, smoke, fumes, dust, lighting, glare,
vibration or other emissions emanating from the operation;
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(iii)
anticipated increased levels or types of vehicle traffic, unsafe conditions
or situations for vehicles, cyclists or pedestrians; and / or
(iv)
utilization of hazardous substances.
(6) Indoor/outdoor storage rental facilities, and recycling and collection depots:
(a)
The use shall be located, where practical, in a non-highly visible area, and
screened to avoid any adverse visual impact. Landscaping and screening
acceptable to Council shall be provided in all yards facing a public roadway or
properties in residential use.
(7) Recreational Campgrounds:
(a)
Wherever possible and appropriate, any existing trees and mature landscaping
shall be retained;
(b)
Solid waste storage facilities (including adequate spaces for both recycling and
general waste bins) shall be provided on-site, appropriately located, and screened
or landscaped to avoid any adverse visual impact from the road and within the
development.
(c)
There shall be adequate supply of fresh water, access to wastewater, and storm
water facilities to meet all current environmental health, public health, and other
jurisdictional requirements.
(d)
There shall be adequate maneuvering space on-site; and,
(e)
The prevention of on-street congestion caused by the ingress and egress of
vehicles shall be considered.
(f)
Proof of Saskatchewan Health consultation and or approval for operations.
(8) Golf courses:
(a)
Consideration will be given to the compatibility of the golf course with adjacent
land uses;
(b)
Insofar as possible, proposed golf courses shall respond to the natural topography
and drainways of the site, and employ minimal clearing of native vegetation;
(c)
Buffers shall be provided to protect existing, adjacent neighbourhoods by
mitigating the adverse impacts of sound, visibility and traffic;
(d)
Council will consider the following as an asset in the development of a golf course:
(i)
maximum use of existing landforms and native grasses and vegetation;
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(ii)
an alternative water source to potable water; and,
(iii)
water conserving irrigation systems.
(9) Intensive agricultural uses (excluding livestock) agricultural product processing, agricultural
service and contracting establishments and agricultural equipment, fuel and chemical supply
establishments:
(a)
The location of these agricultural uses will only be favourably considered where it
can be demonstrated that the use and intensity is appropriate to the site and that
it will have a minimal impact on the surrounding adjacent areas. Consideration
may be given, but is not limited to, the following effects:
(i)
municipal servicing capacity;
(ii)
anticipated levels of noise, odour, smoke, fumes, dust, lighting, glare,
vibration or other emissions emanating from the operation;
(iii)
anticipated increased levels or types of vehicular traffic, unsafe conditions
or situations for vehicles, cyclists or pedestrians; and/or,
(iv)
utilization of hazardous substances.
(10) Truck Stops:
(a)
An application for a truck stop shall provide documentation, to Council's
satisfaction, as follows:
(i)
The submission of an engineering report confirming an adequate potable
water supply and sewage disposal system;
(ii)
The submission of a traffic impact assessment, prepared by a professional
engineer and satisfactory to the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure,
detailing level of service impacts and necessary infrastructure
improvements;
(iii)
municipal servicing capacity;
(iv)
anticipated levels of noise, odour, smoke, fumes, dust, lighting, glare,
vibration or other emissions emanating from the operation;
(v)
anticipated increased levels or types of vehicular traffic, unsafe conditions
or situations for vehicles, cyclists or pedestrians; and/or,
(vi)
utilization of hazardous substances;
(vii)
The prevention of on-street congestion caused by the ingress and egress
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of vehicles shall be considered;
(viii)
The site should be accessible from a major road network to avoid heavy
traffic volumes on residential access roads;
(ix)
Consideration should be given to the location of entry and exit points of
the site and their relationship with existing intersections and adjacent
residential units;
(x)
Buffers shall be provided to protect existing, adjacent neighbourhoods by
mitigating the adverse impacts of sound, visibility and traffic.
(11) Hotels and motels:
(a)
The prevention of on-street congestion caused by the ingress and egress of
vehicles shall be considered.
(b)
The site should be accessible from a major road network to avoid heavy traffic
volumes on residential access roads.
(c)
Consideration should be given to the location of entry and exit points of the site
and their relationship with existing intersections and adjacent residential units.
(12) Accessory dwelling units (business dwelling units):
(a)
Dwelling units, where not already existing, shall be physically attached to the
commercial or industrial establishment and shall have a main entrance separate
from that of the principal establishment;
(b)
The attached business dwelling shall have a main entrance separate from that of
the commercial or industrial establishment; and
(c)
Where dwelling unit is physically attached to the commercial or industrial
establishment, an emergency exit must be provided in addition to the main
entrance.
(13) Cannabis Production Facilities:
(a)
The location of cannabis production facilities will only favourably be considered
where it can be demonstrated that the use and intensity of use is appropriate to
the site and that it will have minimal impact on the surrounding, adjacent areas
of the Municipality. Consideration may be given, but is not limited to, the
following effects:
(a)
municipal servicing capacity;
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(b)
anticipated levels of noise, odour, smoke, fumes, dust, lighting, glare,
vibration or other emissions emanating from the operation;
(c)
anticipated increased levels or types of vehicle traffic, unsafe conditions
or situations for vehicles, cyclists or pedestrians; and
(iv)
utilization of hazardous substances.
(14) Cannabis Retail Stores:
(a)
The location of cannabis retail stores will only favourably be considered where it
can be demonstrated that the use and intensity is appropriate to the site and that
it will have a minimal impact on the surrounding, adjacent areas, particularly
residential areas.
(15) Manufactured Dwellings:
(a)
The applicant shall provide proof that there is no caveat registered on the parcel
title restricting manufactured dwellings.
3.8
VALIDITY OF A DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
3.8.1 If development authorized by a development permit is not commenced within twelve (12) months
of the date of issue, the permit ceases to be valid.
3.8.2 A development permit extension may be granted for an additional twelve (12) month period by
the Development Officer.
3.9
AMENDING THE ZONING BYLAW
3.9.1 Any person seeking to amend this Bylaw may submit an application for such amendment and, upon
payment of the required fee, the Development Officer shall refer such application to Council for
consideration.
3.9.2 Council may authorize an amendment to this Bylaw, and that amendment shall be adopted by
bylaw.
3.9.3 Sections 206 - 212 of The Act, shall govern the process to be followed with respect to public notice
and public participation in the adoption of a bylaw proposed to amend this Bylaw.
3.10 DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD
3.10.1 Council shall appoint a Development Appeals Board in accordance with Sections 49(j) and 213 to
227 of The Act.
3.10.2 A person who wishes to appeal to the Development Appeals Board shall, within 30 days of the date
of issuance of or refusal to issue a development permit, file a written notice of intention to appeal, and
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the appeal fee, with the secretary of the Development Appeals Board.
3.10.3 A person whose application for a discretionary use or development has been approved with
prescribed development standards may appeal any development standards considered excessive, to the
Development Appeals Board.
3.10.4 An appellant shall make the appeal within 30 days of the date of the issuance of, or refusal to issue,
a development permit.
3.10.5 Nothing in this section authorizes a person to appeal a decision of the council:
(1)
refusing to rezone land; or,
(2)
rejecting an application for approval of a discretionary use.
3.10.6 In making an appeal to the Development Appeals Board, and hearing such appeal, the provisions
of The Act shall apply.
3.11 MINOR VARIANCES
3.11.1 Council may grant a variance of up to 10% of any yard requirement for a use that conforms to this
bylaw. All such variances shall be subject to the conditions and granted in accordance with the procedures
contained in Section 60 of The Act.
3.11.2 Council shall maintain a registry of the location and all relevant details of the granting of such
variances.
3.11.3 Where any person applies for Council to grant a zoning variance, that person shall pay to the
municipality an application fee of $100.00.
3.12 FEES
3.12.1 Amendment of the Zoning Bylaw
In addition to an application fee, where a person requests Council to amend this Bylaw, that person
shall pay to the municipality a fee equal to the costs associated with the public advertisement of
the proposed amendment and the costs associated with providing direct written notice to owners
of land that is the subject of the proposed amendment.
3.12.2 Application fees
(1)
An applicant for a development permit shall pay an application fee in accordance with the
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RM of Britannia Planning and Development Fee Bylaw. These fees shall be in addition to
any fee required by Section 3.12.1 above.
(2)
Detailed review costs:
(a)
General: Where a development or subdivision proposal involves a detailed RM
review, a plan or Zoning Bylaw Amendment, a development agreement, a
servicing agreement, detailed development conditions, liability insurance,
performance bonds, caveats, or RM legal and professional planning advice,
Council may require the applicant pay the full cost of the additional application
review and administration costs, as Council may determine by resolution.
(b)
Items: Such costs may include RM legal and professional planning costs, municipal
administration fees and RM site inspection fees, as determined by Council.
(c)
Documentation: Such costs may be addressed and clarified in the RM Council
specified documents, including development and servicing agreements.
(3)
Where a person applies to Council to amend this Bylaw, that person shall pay to the
municipality the fee (s) as determined in the RM of Britannia Planning and Development
Fee Bylaw.:
These fees shall be in addition to any fee required by Section 3.12.1 above.
3.13 ZONING BY AGREEMENT
3.13.1 A zoning designation which is subject to an agreement entered into pursuant to the provisions of
Section 69 of The Act and Section 6 of the Official Community Plan, shall be indicated on the Zoning District
Map by the addition of the bylaw number authorizing the agreement after the zoning district designation.
3.14 OFFENCES AND PENALTIES
3.14.1 Pursuant to Section 242 of The Act, the Development Officer may inspect any development
suspected of contravening The Act, or any regulation or bylaw made pursuant to The Act. If it is
determined that a contravention exists, the Development Officer may notify the owner in writing and
instruct the owner to correct the contravention within a set time period. If for any reason the
contravention has not been corrected within that time, the Development Officer may extend the time
period or issue a zoning compliance order pursuant to Section 242(4) of The Act to achieve bylaw
conformance.
3.14.2 Any person who violates this Bylaw is guilty of an offence and is liable, on summary conviction, to
the penalties provided by Section 243 of The Act.
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4 GENERAL REGULATIONS
Except as noted, the following regulations shall apply to all zoning districts in this bylaw:
4.1
FRONTAGE ON THE ROAD
4.1.1 A development permit shall not be issued unless the site intended to be used, or upon which a
building or structure is to be erected, abuts, or has frontage on a graded all-weather registered road, or
unless satisfactory arrangements have been made with Council for the improvement or building of a road,
where required.
4.1.2 A subdivision shall not be supported unless the proposed severance to be used, or upon which a
building or structure is to be erected, abuts, or has frontage on a graded all-weather registered road, or
unless satisfactory arrangements have been made with Council for the improvement or building of a road,
where required.
4.2
DEVELOPMENT ON HAZARD LANDS
4.2.1 Where a proposed development of a building is to be located on land considered by Council to be
potentially hazard lands, including but not limited to land that maybe contaminated, unstable, prone to
flooding or otherwise unsuited for development or occupation because of its inherent danger to public
health, safety or property, Council shall require the applicant to submit sufficient information from an
engineer to determine if the land is hazardous.
(1) Council shall require the applicant to submit topographical information from a Geotechnical
Engineer, registered in the Province of Saskatchewan, stating if the development will be within 300
metres of:
(a) any slope(s) that may be unstable;
(b) any river or stream flood plain; and/ or,
(c) any other land that may be subject to flooding or hazardous conditions
otherwise unsuited for development or occupation because of its inherent danger
to public health, safety, or property.
The applicant shall be responsible for contracting the engineer and all related fees.
(2) Council shall require the applicant to submit environmental (soil, water, etc) information from an
Environmental Engineer, registered in the province of Saskatchewan stating if the development will be
on any lands or in proximity to any lands that are contaminated or may otherwise be deemed unsuited
for development or occupation because of its inherent danger to public health, safety or property.
The applicant shall be responsible for contracting the engineer and all related fees.
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Officer may refer that application to federal or provincial departments or other relevant environmental
agencies for comments prior to issuing a decision.
4.2.3 The applicant may be required to submit a geotechnical assessment prepared by a Geotechnical
Engineer registered in the Province of Saskatchewan, in order to assess the suitability of the site for
development described in Section 4.2.1. The report shall illustrate that the proposed site and development
are suitable with respect to the following, as applicable:
(1)
the potential for flooding up to the 1:500 flood elevation and/or the safe building elevation or
where not involving any building, such elevation as may be suitable for the proposed use;
(2)
the potential for slope instability; and/or
(3)
the required mitigation measures including a site drainage plan for construction on areas of
low elevation, on slopes, or on contaminated sites if any.
4.2.4 A development permit shall not be issued unless the report on the site, presented by the applicant's
engineer indicates that the site is suitable for development.
4.2.5 Recommendations identified in a site analysis report pursuant to Section 4.2 may be incorporated
as conditions to a development permit.
4.2.6 Council shall refuse a permit for any development for which, in Council's opinion, the proposed
actions are inadequate to address the adverse effects or will result in excessive municipal cost.
4.2.7 Where a proposed development is to be located on land within the 1:500 flood plain, the following
regulations shall apply:
(1)
no development is to adversely affect another property in terms of drainage or flooding;
(2)
new residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural buildings and additions located in the
1:500 flood plain, shall be constructed at a minimum to the safe building elevation as defined
by the Bylaw or as determined by applicable provincial authority;
(3)
permanent intensive livestock operations, animal enclosures and manure storage facilities
shall be prohibited from locating within the 1:500 flood plain. Buildings not housing animals
may be permitted provided that the building is constructed at a minimum to the safe building
elevation as defined by this Bylaw or as determined by applicable provincial authority;
(4)
intensive agricultural operations must be constructed at a minimum to the safe building
elevation as defined by the Bylaw or as determined by applicable provincial authority.
4.2.8 Trees or vegetation shall not be cleared from any land within 100 metres of any water course, water
body, or top of bank or slope.
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4.2.9 Sanitary landfills and lagoons shall be prohibited from being located on any hazard land or within
the 1:500 flood plain.
4.2.10 The grading, filling or removal of any material of any kind should be avoided within 100 metres of
any water course, water body or top of bank or slope unless approved by the development authority, based
on advice from the appropriate provincial or federal agency.
4.2.11 Outdoor storage within areas identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous shall be prohibited.
4.2.12 The location of a permanent structure(s) proposed on any hazard lands shall be surveyed and
staked to confirm the location with respect to any required setback or other considerations specified in
the site analysis completed by the applicant's engineer, before approval of the application is considered
by the municipality.
4.3
BUILDING TO BE MOVED
4.3.1 No building shall be moved within, or into, the municipality, without first obtaining a development
permit and building removal/ demolition permit, except as exempted by in Section 3.3, from the
Development Officer.
4.4
WASTE DISPOSAL
4.4.1 No development or use of land which requires sewage disposal or landfill facilities shall be
permitted unless those facilities are approved by the Regional Health Authority and/or Saskatchewan
Environment. Disposal of liquid, solid, or gaseous waste shall be governed by Acts administered by the
Departments of Agriculture and Food, Environment, Health and the Saskatchewan Watershed Authority.
4.5
WATER
4.5.1 No development or use of land shall be permitted where the proposal will adversely affect
domestic and municipal water supplies, or where a suitable, potable water supply cannot be furnished to
the requirements of the Regional Health Authority and/or the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency.
4.6
STORAGE OF CHEMICALS, FERTILIZERS AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
4.6.1 The storage of chemicals, fertilizers and combustible materials are subject to the requirements of
both the federal and provincial governments. All necessary approvals from other regulatory agencies must
be obtained prior to issuance of a development permit. Development permit conditions may include the
requirement that all permits or licenses required by other regulatory agencies be obtained before
development proceeds.
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4.7
ONE PRINCIPAL BUILDING PERMITTED ON A SITE
4.7.1 Not more than one principal building shall be permitted on any one site except for:
(1)
public works;
(2)
institutional uses;
(3)
agricultural uses;
(4)
shopping centres;
(5)
recreation facilities;
(6)
schools;
(7)
hospitals;
(8)
municipal facilities;
(9)
communal dwellings;
(10)
ancillary uses; and,
(11)
indoor outdoor storage facilities.
4.8
NON-CONFORMING BUILDINGS, SITES AND USES
4.8.1 The adoption or amendment of this bylaw does not affect non-conforming buildings, sites and uses.
4.8.2 The provisions of The Act, Sections 88 to 93 inclusive, shall apply to all non-conforming buildings
and uses.
4.8.3 Non-conforming buildings or sites may continue to be used, maintained and repaired in their
present form.
4.9
PUBLIC AND PRIVATE UTILITIES AND PIPELINES
4.9.1 Public utilities and facilities in the Municipality, except solid and liquid waste disposal sites, shall
be permitted uses in every zoning district, and unless otherwise specified by this bylaw, no minimum site
or yard requirements shall apply.
4.9.2 Where a pipeline or other utility or transportation facility will cross a municipal road, Council may
apply such special design standards as it considers necessary to protect the municipal interest in the
existing and future improvements to the road. The RM shall require the developers of regional water and
sewer pipelines to submit engineered drawings to the municipality prior to installing such pipelines.
4.10 VEHICLE STORAGE
4.10.1 Notwithstanding anything contained in this Bylaw, no person shall use any site in any zoning district,
for the parking or storage outside of an enclosed building of more than four (4) unlicensed vehicles.
4.10.2 Sections 4.10.1 shall not apply to permitted machinery or automotive salvage yards, auction
markets or agricultural implement, recreational vehicle, automobile, marine, RMT and modular dwelling
sales and service establishments.
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4.10.3 Council may require that such vehicles be screened from roadways or neighbouring properties by
landscape features or fences or a combination thereof.
4.11 FENCES
4.11.1 A principal building or use must be established on a site prior to the erection of a fence or a wall
on the site.
4.11.2 A fence may be erected to safeguard public safety on a site during the period of construction of
the principal building or use or due to the presence of a natural hazard on the site.
4.11.3 In any H, CR or RR district, no wall, fence or similar structure shall be erected in a front yard or on
a site line adjacent to a front yard to a height of more than 1.0 metres above grade level.
4.11.4 In any H, CR or RR district, no wall, fence, screen or similar structure, excepting permitted accessory
buildings, shall be erected in a required side or rear yard, or on a site line adjacent to a required side or
rear yard, to a height of more than 2.0 metres above grade level, except for lakeshore sites, where the
maximum height shall be 1.0 metres in or adjacent to any required rear yard.
4.11.5 In the case of a corner site in any district, no hedge planting, tree, wall, fence, or similar structure,
not being a building, shall be erected, placed, planted, or maintained within the Sight Triangle, as
described in Figure 2-1 and Section 4.20 of this Bylaw, to a height greater than 1.0 metre.
4.11.6 No height limitations shall apply to the following:
(a)
Temporary construction fences;
(b)
Fences associated with essential public services and utilities, public parks, playgrounds or
public buildings.
4.12 SHIPPING CONTAINERS
4.12.1 Shipping containers shall be classified as Detached Accessory, Minor, and be permitted in all
districts, but are limited to one (1) in the Medium and High Density Country Residential Districts, Hamlet
and Hamlet Residential Districts, and Resort Residential District.
4.12.2 Shipping container, permitted under subsection (1), shall only be used for shipping or storage
purposes accessory to the principal use of the site and shall comply with the site requirements for
accessory buildings for the applicable zoning district.
4.12.3 Shipping containers, permitted under subsection (1), shall:
(1) be maintained in good repair;
(2)
be located to meet the requirements of The National Building Code of Canada as
applicable.
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4.12.4 Notwithstanding subsection 4.12.1, shipping containers may be temporarily placed on a site in any
district:
(1)
during active construction on a site when the shipping container is solely for the storage
of supplies and equipment that are used for the site, provided that a valid building permit
has been issued for construction on the site. The shipping container must be removed
from the site upon completion of the construction; or
(2)
for the purpose of loading and unloading of items associated with the principal use for a
period of not more than 10 days in any six month period; and
(3)
in any case, for a period of not more than 30 days unless an extension has been granted
by the development officer to a maximum of 90 days.
4.12.5 When placed on a site pursuant to subsection 4.12.4, the shipping containers shall:
(1)
be located so as not to create a safety hazard; and
(2)
setback a minimum of 3 metres from the front property line.
4.13 SETBACK FROM CENTRE LINE OF ROADS
4.13.1 The minimum setback of buildings, including dwellings, signs, solid fences, stone placement, earth
or gravel piles, portable structures, and machinery or other similar objects from the center line of any
developed or undeveloped road allowance shall be 45 metres (147.7 feet), except for the following:
(1) On provincial highways the minimum setbacks shall be regulated by the Ministry of Highways and
Infrastructure.
(2) Development of buildings on sites that abut internal subdivision roads shall observe the minimum
front yard setbacks as identified in the specific regulation for those districts.
4.13.2 Excluding buildings, where a person wishes to plant or place an object as listed in Section 4.13.1,
that does not meet the requirements, an application to Council is required, and Council may through a
resolution, reduce the setback requirement providing the proposal does not create a traffic safety hazard
in the sight triangle, as herein defined.
4.14 LANDSCAPING
4.14.1 Landscaping compliant with the rest Section 4.14 may be provided in the following areas:
(1)
The first three (3) metres of the minimum required front yard measured from the front
property line.
(2)
A strip of soft landscaping abutting the front of the principal building, where loading does
not occur, to an average depth of two (2) metres.
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(3)
In the case of a corner site, the side yard abutting the flanking street to a minimum
perpendicular width of three (3) metres.
(4)
In the case where a site abuts a residential district, the side or rear yard abutting the
residential district to a minimum perpendicular width of three (3) metres.
4.14.2 General Landscaping Regulations:
(1)
Where this Bylaw specifies that landscaping is required, it shall be developed and
maintained in accordance with the following standards and policies:
(a)
Plant material shall be species capable of healthy growth in the region and shall
conform to the current Canadian Standards for Nursery Stock of the Canadian
Nursery Landscape Association;
(b)
Areas designated for planting shall be provided with adequate means of irrigation
commensurate with landscaping requirements;
(c)
Landscaping required to be provided within front or side yards shall not be used
for any purpose except for signs or structures otherwise permitted, or driveways
leading to a parking or loading facility;
(d)
Required landscaping shall be completed in accordance with the approved
landscape plan by the end of the construction season in which occupancy, partial
occupancy, or use of the building or site has taken place. When occupancy, partial
occupancy, or use of the building or site has taken place after the end of the
construction season, all required and approved landscaping shall be completed
by June 1st of the following year. For the purposes of this section, 'construction
season' means May 1st through October 31st of the same calendar year; and,
(e)
Required and approved landscaping shall be suitably maintained in a neat and tidy
condition at all times, and plant material installed or retained shall be maintained
in healthy, vigorous condition at all times.
4.14.3 The Development Officer may not approve an application for a development permit in the event
that:
(1)
Any required landscape plans have not been submitted; or,
(2)
Any required landscape plans do not, in the opinion of the Development Officer, provide
an adequate or suitable degree of landscaping necessary to enhance the visual amenity
of the site or provide a visual screen where required by this Bylaw.
4.14.4 Landscaping shall be a condition of the issuance of a development permit when the existing use of
a building or structure is significantly enlarged, undergoes a significant capacity increase, or is changed to
a new use.
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4.14.5 Any landscaping, including planting thereon, which is required to be provided by this Bylaw shall
be maintained in a healthy growing condition or shall otherwise be replaced.
4.14.6 Any land for landscaped open space shall be included in any calculation of site area, setbacks,
density or yard requirements as required by this Bylaw.
4.14.7 Requirements for Landscape Plans:
(1)
When landscaping is required under this Bylaw, landscaping plans shall be attached to a
development permit application and shall form part of that application. The landscape
plans shall be prepared in accordance with Section 4.14.7 (2).
(2)
Landscape Plan Submission Requirements:
(a)
Two copies of every landscape plan must be submitted to the satisfaction of the
Development Officer, showing, to scale, all physical features, including existing
and proposed grades, the size and type of existing vegetation to be removed and
retained, the size, type and location plant material to be provided, the location of
hard landscaping such as fences, retaining walls, walkways and curbs, and the
details of the proposed irrigation system, including the location of any outside
hose bibs.
(b)
A declaration, signed by the property owner and applicant, shall be affixed to
required landscape plans, specifically acknowledging that the landscaping
specified on the plans is a condition of the issuance of a development permit for
the property and that such development will be complete by the date set out in
the development permit.
4.15 OUTSIDE STORAGE AND WASTE MATERIAL STORAGE
4.15.1 Where permitted in association with any approved industrial or commercial land use, all outside
storage, including storage of garbage or waste materials, is subject to the following requirements:
(1)
No outside storage shall be located in the front yard, except for the neatly arranged
display.
(2)
Outside storage in a side or rear yard shall be screened from adjacent sites by a solid fence
at least 1.9 metres in height, or a combination of fence and soft landscaping screening a
minimum of 1.9 metres in height.
(3)
Unless otherwise directed by this Bylaw, garbage and waste material shall be stored in a
secured and weatherproof container and shall be visually screened from all adjacent sites
and public thoroughfares.
4.16 PERMITTED YARD ENCROACHMENTS
4.16.1 The following are not considered encroachments and shall be considered part of the principal or
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accessory building and all applicable regulations will apply to it as it would be to the principal or accessory
building:
(1)
any deck or floor area attached to a principal or accessory building that has a permanent
roof structure and/or solid glass, or screen walls;
(2)
any private garage attached to a principal building; and
(3)
balconies.
4.16.2 The following yard encroachments shall be permitted in any required yard:
(1)
steps 1.6 metres or less above grade level, as measured at the highest point of the steps,
that are necessary for access to a permitted building or for access to a site from a street
or lane;
(2)
window sills, eaves, gutters, belt courses, pilasters or other similar vertical columns,
cornices, bay windows, chimneys and similar non-structural alterations may project a
distance of 0.6 metres from the building into any required yard setback, but not closer
than 0.5 metres to a site line or triangle;
(3)
raised patios, decks and sidewalks not more than 0.6 metres above grade level, as
measured at the outside edge of the patio, deck or sidewalk.
(4)
trees, shrubs, walkways, trellises or flag poles, so long as these fixtures do not extend into
or over public land; and,
(5)
lighting fixtures and lamp posts.
(6)
In rear yards:
(i)
raised patios and decks measuring more than 0.6 metres in height above grade,
and canopies having a projection of not more than 3.0 metres into the required
rear yard, provided they are located at least 3.0 metres from the rear site line.
(7)
In side yards:
(i)
raised patios and decks measuring more than 0.6 metres in height above grade,
and canopies provided they do not project into more than 25% of the required
side yard.
4.17 PROHIBITED USES IN ALL DISTRICTS
4.17.1 The breeding of rodents, insects and the keeping of wild boars is prohibited in all Zoning Districts
in the municipality.
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4.17.2 Allowing the growth of weeds designated as Prohibited, Noxious, and/ or Nuisance by the Province
of Saskatchewan is prohibited in all Zoning Districts.
4.18 SIGNS AND BILLBOARDS
4.18.1 All signs situated along a provincial highway are required to comply with The Erection of Signs
Adjacent to Provincial Highway Regulations 1986, as may be amended from time to time.
4.18.2 Any sign not located along a provincial highway, requiring a permit from the municipality, may only
advertise agricultural commercial uses, home-based businesses, the principal use of a site, or the principal
products offered for sale on a premises and may not be located in the municipally maintained right of way.
4.18.3 A maximum of two (2) advertising signs is permitted on any site, or quarter section.
4.18.4 Government erected signs, either federal, provincial or municipal, memorial signs, real estate signs,
signs identifying residential occupants or addresses, signs identifying utilities and directional signs that
bear no advertising, including traffic control, no trespassing, hunting restriction and similar signs of a
temporary nature, are exempt from restriction and do not require a permit.
4.18.5 Temporary signs and real estate signs directly associated with the sale or lease of a home or other
property do not require a permit only as long as the temporary condition exists for the property and the
sign does not exceed 1.0 m2.
4.18.6 Billboard and other off-site advertising signs are prohibited, except where permitted along a
provincial highway.
4.18.7 All private signs shall be located so that no part of the sign is located on or over a public right-of-
way.
4.18.8 Signs in Country Residential and Resort Residential Development Districts
(1)
Signs and billboards will be prohibited in any country residential or resort residential
development district in the municipality except for signs advertising the principal use of a
premises or the principal products offered for sale on a premise. Permitted signs shall be
subject to the following requirements.
(a)
No more than two (2) signs shall be permitted on the premises;
(b)
No sign shall be in the excess of 3.5 m2 in area, but the two permitted signs may
be combined, and total facial area shall not exceed 7 m2. Each sign may be double
faced;
(c)
No sign shall be illuminated unless the source of light is steady, suitably shielded,
and dimmed at night; and,
(d)
The maximum height of any sign face shall be 3.5 metres.
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4.18.9 Signs in Hamlet Districts
(1)
Signs and billboards will be prohibited in any Hamlet District in the municipality except for
signs advertising the principal use of a premises or the principal products offered for sale
on a premise. Permitted signs shall be subject to the following requirements.
(a)
The maximum facial area of a sign on residential sites shall be 1.2 m2;
(b)
The maximum facial area of a sign on service stations, gas bars, industrial and
agriculture service sites shall be 6.5 m2;
(c)
The maximum facial area of a sign on all other sites shall be 3.5 m2;
(d)
The maximum height of any sign face shall be 3.5 metres.
4.19 TEMPORARY USES
4.19.1 Temporary uses will be permitted where appropriate in individual zoning districts at the discretion
of Council.
4.19.2 All temporary uses must be located on an existing site; no subdivision will be permitted for
temporary uses.
4.19.3 Any buildings placed on sites where a temporary use is permitted must be removed on or before
the expiry period allowed for the use, unless the construction of a permanent building is specifically
permitted by Council.
4.19.4 The site must be restored to the same condition as it was prior to the beginning of the temporary
use once the temporary use has ceased.
4.19.5 Council may require a performance bond from the applicant to ensure acceptable remediation of
the site.
4.20 VISIBILITY CLEARANCE AT INTERSECTIONS
4.20.1 In any district, nothing shall be built, erected, placed, planted, parked or allowed to grow so as to
obscure vision at a height of one (1) metre or greater above the elevation of the centre of the abutting
street or lane within the triangular area labelled as "Sight Triangle", with distances measured accordingly,
in Figure 2-1 in Section 2 of this Bylaw.
4.20.2 Within the sight triangle, as herein defined, the following uses are permitted:
(a)
Government erected signage and government erected sign posts;
(b)
fire hydrants, benches and traffic control devices; and,
(c)
utility poles, and one transmission or control device.
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4.21 MEMBRANE COVERED STRUCTURES
4.21.1 Membrane covered structures shall be permitted as an accessory, minor use in all districts.
4.21.2 Development applications for membrane covered structures must include a drawing stamped by a
Professional Engineer where available or the manufacturers specifications to ensure the structure will
meet the requirements of the National Building Code and shall be installed securely anchored to the
ground, when applicable.
4.21.3 In any Zoning District, a membrane covered structure may obtain approval as a temporary use, for
a period not to exceed seven (7) days in a calendar year.
4.21.4 In any Zoning District, any membrane covered structure (temporary or other) must meet National
Building Code Standards for the intended use and duration of use. Membrane covered structures may
require periodic inspections by and at the discretion of the municipality's Building Official to ensure
continued compliance.
4.22 POLE SHEDS AND POST FRAME STRUCTURES
4.22.1 Pole shed and post frame structures shall be permitted as an accessory, minor use in all districts
and accessory, major use in districts where accessory, major use are permitted.
4.22.2 Development applications for pole shed and post frame structures for use other than as a part of
an agricultural operation must include a drawing stamped by a Professional Engineer to ensure structure
will meet the requirements of the National Building Code.
4.22.3 Development applications for pole shed and post frame structures for use as a part of an
agricultural operation are encouraged to ensure that the structure is designed, constructed, erected, and
placed in accordance with National Building Code standards.
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5 SPECIAL STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS
5.1
ACCESSORY USES, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
5.1.1 Accessory uses and buildings shall be subordinate to, and located on, the same site at the principal
building or use, and used in conjunction with that principal use.
5.1.2 Time of Construction:
Accessory buildings shall not be constructed or placed on any site prior to the construction
of the principal building except in the following instance:
(1)
Where a Development Permit has been issued for a principal building, Council
may, at its discretion, allow prior development of an accessory building where
such building is required for the storage of construction material or equipment.
If the principal building is not completed in the time period required, the
accessory building is to be removed.
5.1.3 Height of Accessory Buildings:
(1)
Resort Residential District:
(a)
Detached accessory buildings in any RR District are not to exceed the
height of the principal dwelling, and in no case shall an accessory building
exceed a height of 5 metres.
(b)
Notwithstanding Section 5.1.3 (1)(a), Council may, at its discretion,
permit the development of an accessory building that exceeds the
height of 5 metres where it can be demonstrated that it will have
minimal impact on the surrounding, adjacent areas, particularly along
the residential zone interface.
(2)
Country Residential Districts, including CR1, CR2, and CRMU:
(a)
Detached accessory buildings in any CR District, are not to exceed the
height of the principal dwelling, and in no case shall an accessory
building exceed a height of 7 metres.
(b)
Notwithstanding Section 5.1.3 (2)(a), Council may, at its discretion,
permit the development of an accessory building that exceeds the
height of 7 metres where it can be demonstrated that it will have
minimal impact on the surrounding, adjacent areas, particularly along
the residential zone interface.
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(3)
Hamlet Districts, including H1 and H2:
(a)
Detached accessory buildings in any hamlet district are not to exceed the
height of the principal dwelling, and in no case shall an accessory building
exceed a height of 5 metres.
(b)
Notwithstanding Section 5.1.3 (3)(a), Council may, at its discretion,
permit the development of an accessory building that exceeds the
height of 5 metres where it can be demonstrated that it will have
minimal impact on the surrounding, adjacent areas, particularly along
the residential zone interface.
(4)
Agriculture Resource, Commercial/ Industrial,
Restricted Commercial,
Industrial, and Conservation Districts:
(a)
Detached accessory buildings on non-farm residential parcels in the
Agriculture Resource District are not to exceed the height of the
principal dwelling, and in no case shall an accessory building exceed
the height of 7 metres.
(b)
Notwithstanding Section 5.3.(4) (a), Council may, it its discretion
permit the development of an accessory building that exceeds the
height of 7 metres where it can be demonstrated that it will have
minimal impact on the surrounding, adjacent areas, particularly along
the residential zone interface.
(c)
All other detached accessory buildings in any Agriculture Resource,
Commercial/ Industrial, Restricted Commercial, Industrial, and
Conservation District have no height restrictions.
5.1.4 Area of Accessory Buildings:
(1) Detached accessory buildings and structures shall be classified as either Detached Accessory,
Minor or Detached Accessory, Major. The following area restrictions shall apply to each
classification in all districts:
Classification
Minimum Area
Maximum Area
Minor
10 m2
(108 sq.ft)
50 m2
(538 sq.ft)
Major
50.01 m2
(538.1 sq.ft)
334.45 m2
(3600 ft2)
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(2) Resort Residential Districts:
(a)
The total area of all accessory uses and structures attached to the
principal use shall not exceed the gross floor area of the principal building
or structure, and in no case exceed a total of 100 m2.
(b)
A maximum of three (3) detached accessory buildings or structures may
be permitted. Detached Accessory, Major buildings and structures shall
not be permitted in the Resort Residential District.
(c)
Membrane covered structures accessory to the principal use of the site
may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section 4.21.
(d)
Pole shed and post frame structures accessory to the principal use of the
site may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section 4.22
(3) Country Residential Districts, including CR1, CR2
(a)
The total area of all accessory uses and structures attached to the
principal use shall not exceed a total of 334.45 m2.
(b)
A maximum of three (3) detached accessory buildings or structures
may be permitted, with a maximum of one (1) Detached Accessory,
Major permitted on any site. The maximum combined floor area for
all detached accessory buildings requiring a building permit is
371.61 m2 (4000 ft2).
(c)
Shipping containers shall be considered Detached Accessory, Minor
and shall be limited to one (1) per site. Shipping containers may only
be set in the rear yard and should be screened to the satisfaction of
the Council.
(d)
Membrane covered structures accessory to the principal use of the
site may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section 4.21.
(e)
Pole shed and post frame structures accessory to the principal use
of the site may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section
4.22.
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(4) Mixed Use Country Residential
(a)
The total area of all accessory uses and structures attached to the
principal use shall not exceed a total of 334.45 m2.
(b)
A maximum of three (3) detached accessory buildings or structures
may be permitted, with a maximum of one (1) Detached Accessory,
Major permitted on any site. The maximum combined floor area for all
detached accessory buildings requiring a building permit is 371.61 m2
(4000 ft2).
(c)
Detached accessory buildings for the following uses shall have no
size restrictions:
(i) Commercial uses not ancillary to a principal use residence;
(ii) Industrial Uses;
(iii) Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses as Specified in
Table 7-4.
(d)
Membrane covered structures accessory to the principal use of the
site may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section 4.21.
(e)
Pole shed and post frame structures accessory to the principal use
of the site may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section
4.22.
(5) Hamlet Districts, Including H1 and H2
(a)
The total area of all accessory uses and structures attached to the
principal use (i.e. private garage or carport) shall not exceed the
gross floor area of the principal building or structure, and in no case
exceed a total of 100 m2.
(b)
A maximum of three (3) detached accessory buildings or structures
may be permitted. Detached Accessory, Major buildings and
structures shall not be permitted in the Hamlet Districts.
(c)
Shipping containers shall be considered Detached Accessory, Minor
and shall be limited to one (1) per site. Shipping containers may only
be set in the rear yard and should be screened to the satisfaction of
the Council.
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(d)
Membrane covered structures accessory to the principal use of the
site may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section 4.21.
(e)
Pole shed and post frame structures accessory to the principal use
of the site may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section
4.22.
(6) Agriculture Resource District
(a)
Detached accessory buildings for the following uses shall have no
size restrictions:
(i) Agricultural uses;
(ii) Resources Based uses;
(iii) Commercial uses not ancillary to a non-farm residential subdivision
(iv) Municipal, Recreational, Institutional, and Other Uses included on
Table 7-1.
(b)
The total area of all non-farm residential accessory uses and
structures attached to the principal use shall not exceed a total of
334.45 m2.
(c)
A maximum of five (5) detached accessory buildings or structures
may be permitted on non farm residential sites. The maximum
combined floor area for all detached accessory buildings requiring a
building permit is 371.61 m2 (4000 ft2).
(d)
Membrane covered structures accessory to the principal use of the
site may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section 4.21.
(e)
Pole shed and post frame structures accessory to the principal use
of the site may be permitted, subject to the provisions of Section
4.22.
(7) Commercial/ Industrial, Restricted Commercial, Industrial, and Conservation Districts:
(a)
Detached accessory buildings in the Commercial/ Industrial,
Restricted Commercial, Industrial, and Conservation Districts have
no size restrictions.
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5.1.5 Location of Accessory Buildings:
(1) Resort Residential Districts:
(a)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other
than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and
structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7 feet) from
the centerline of the road allowance.
(b)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings and structures shall
be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of
the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the
Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(c)
Front Yard (abutting an internal subdivision road)
(i)
Residential: minimum 6.0 metres from property line.
(ii)
Commercial: minimum 6.0 metres from property line.
(iii)
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional, and Other Uses: as
specified in Table 7 -5.
(d)
Rear Yard
(i)
Residential: minimum 1.5 metres from property line.
(ii)
Commercial: minimum 6.0 metres from property line.
(iii)
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional, and Other Uses: as
specified in Table 7 -5.
(e)
Side Yard
(i)
Residential: minimum 1.5 metres from property line.
(ii)
Commercial: minimum 6.0 metres from property line.
(iii)
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional, and Other Uses: as
specified in Table 7 -5.
(2) Country Residential Districts, including CR1, CR2, and CRMU :
(a)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other
than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and
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structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7 feet) from the
centerline of the road allowance.
(b)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings and structures shall
be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of
the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the
Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(c)
Front Yard (abutting an internal subdivision road): minimum setback 7.6
metres from property line.
(d)
Rear Yard: minimum 3.0 metres from property line.
(e)
Side Yard: minimum 3.0 metres from property line.
(3) Hamlet Districts, including H1 and H2:
Detached accessory buildings in all hamlet districts are subject to
the following regulations:
(a)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other
than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and
structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7 feet) from
the centerline of the road allowance.
(b)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings and structures shall
be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of
the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the
Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(c)
Front yard (abutting an internal hamlet road): minimum 6.0 metres from
property line
(d)
Rear Yard: minimum 3.0 metres from property line.
(e)
Side Yard: minimum 1.5 metres from property line.
(4) Agriculture Resource District:
Detached accessory buildings in any agricultural resource district are subject to
the following regulations, with the exception of bin pads and grain storage
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systems in the Agriculture Resource District, which shall be set back 10 metres
from adjacent sites:
(a)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other
than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and
structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7 feet) from
the centerline of the road allowance.
(b)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings and structures shall
be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of
the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the
Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(c)
Rear Yard: minimum 3.0 metres from property line.
(d)
Side Yard: minimum 3.0 metres from property line.
(5) Commercial/ Industrial and Restricted Commercial Districts:
(a)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other
than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and
structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7 feet) from
the centerline of the road allowance.
(b)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings and structures shall
be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of
the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the
Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(c)
Front yard (abutting an internal subdivision road): minimum setback 7.6
metres from property line.
(d)
Rear Yard: minimum 3.0 metres from property line.
(e)
Side Yard: minimum 3.0 metres from property line.
(6) Industrial Districts:
(a)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other
than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and
structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7 feet) from
the centerline of the road allowance.
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(b)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings and structures shall
be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of
the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the
Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(c)
Front yard (abutting an internal subdivision road): minimum setback 7.6
metres from property line.
(d)
Rear Yard: minimum 6.0 metres from property line, except where the rear
yard abuts a railroad track or railroad yard, in which case, no rear yard is
required.
(e)
Side Yard: minimum 6.0 metres from property line.
(7) Conservation Districts:
(a)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other
than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and
structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7 feet) from
the centerline of the road allowance.
(b)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a
minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial
highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the applicants
Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure Roadside Development Permit.
(c)
In any yard abutting an internal subdivision road: minimum setback 7.6
metres from property line.
(d)
Rear Yard: at Council's discretion.
(e)
Side Yard: at Council's discretion.
5.1.6 Accessory dwelling units shall only be permitted to accommodate:
(1)
a farm dwelling as a residence for an operator, or for employees and/or partners
engaged in farm operation, intensive livestock operation, or intensive agricultural
operation, subject to Section 3.5.2.2 of the Official Community Plan.
(2)
a business dwelling as a residence for an owner, operator, manager, an employee
and/or partner engaged in a commercial or industrial operation in a commercial
or industrial zoning district, subject to the following provisions:
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(a)
where the dwelling is no pre-existing on site, the dwelling unit must be
physically attached to the primary building where commercial or
industrial operations are underway;
(b)
the attached business dwelling shall have a main entrance separate from
that of the commercial or industrial establishment; and
(c)
the attached business dwelling must provide an emergency exit in
addition to the main entrance.
(3)
Communal dwelling(s) as residences for colonies, engaged in a farm operation,
intensive livestock operation, or intensive agricultural operation, subject to
Section 3.5.2.2 of the Official Community Plan
(a)
All dwelling(s) must be located on a site conforming to all requirements
of the this Bylaw.
(b)
Utilities, including sewage disposal systems, must meet provincial
standards.
5.1.7 Rental Suites:
(1) A Rental Suite may be allowed as a discretionary use, accessory to any Single Detached
Dwelling, Modular Dwelling, or RTM Dwelling in any zoning district, subject to approval of a
Building Official hired or contracted by the Rural Municipality. Rental Suites are subject to the
following requirements:
(a)
Cooking facilities, food preparation, sleeping and sanitary facilities within the
structure and which are physically separate from those of the principal dwelling.
(b)
The suite also has an entrance separate from the entrance to the principal
dwelling or the accessory building it is located in, either from a common indoor
landing or directly from the outside of the structure.
(c)
The suite may not be established on a site where a Business Dwelling is located.
(d)
A Rental Suite may be located within the principal dwelling unit or in a building
accessory to the principal and is subject to all National Building Code Standards.
5.2
RECREATIONAL CAMPGROUNDS AND TOURIST CAMPS
(1)
The applicant for a development permit for a recreational campground or tourist camp
shall provide the Development Officer with a plan of the site, identifying any buildings,
uses of land and the location of all roadways and recreation vehicle or tent campsites sites
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with dimensions. The addition or rearrangement of sites, the construction or moving of
buildings, the material change in use of portions of land, or the filling or clearing of land
shall require a development permit, and the applicant shall submit for approval an
amended plan incorporating the proposed development.
(2)
A recreational campground or tourist camp shall have, within its boundaries, a buffer area
abutting the boundary of not less than 4.5 metres in width, which shall contain no
buildings.
(3)
A site for each recreation vehicle and campsite permitted in the recreational campground
or tourist camp shall be designated and clearly marked on the ground.
(4)
Each site shall have a minimum area of 150 square metres for tent campsites and a
minimum area of 250 square metres for all other campsites.
(5)
No portion of any campsite shall be located within an internal roadway or required buffer
area.
(6)
Each site shall have direct and convenient access to a developed internal roadway, which
shall not be located in any required buffer area.
(7)
Each recreation vehicle shall be located at least 4.5 metres from any other recreation
vehicle and each site shall have dimensions, location and orientation sufficient to allow
for such location of recreation vehicles.
(8)
The space provided for roadways within a recreational campground or tourist camp shall
be at least 7.5 metres in width. No portion of any site, other use or structure shall be
located in any roadway.
(9)
A recreational campground or tourist camp may include, as an ancillary use and subject
to all building codes and this Bylaw's requirements, a laundromat, washroom and shower
facilities, or a confectionary designed to meet the needs of occupants of the sites and a
one unit dwelling for the accommodation of the operator.
(10)
The Public Health Act, and regulations passed thereunder, shall be complied with in
respect of all operations and development of recreational campgrounds.
5.3 PUBLIC WORKS IN THE FORM OF SOLID AND LIQUID WASTE MANAGEMENT OR
DISPOSAL FACILITIES
(1)
Development and maintenance of a public work in the form of a solid or liquid waste
disposal facility will be subject to the following special standards:
(a)
A buffer strip containing trees, shrubs, a berm or fence (either solid or with
opaque fabric screening), equal to or above the height of the lagoon or landfill
shall be located surrounding a lagoon or sanitary landfill disposal area.
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(b)
Any solid or liquid waste disposal facility shall be fenced.
(c)
Adequate precautions shall be taken to prevent pollution of ground water by
disposal operations.
(d)
Solid waste disposal facilities shall be located in proximity to a provincial highway
and adjacent to an all-weather road.
(e)
The development of any new disposal sites shall take into consideration direction
of prevailing winds.
(f)
Further regulation of solid waste disposal sites may be achieved by adoption and
administration of a Waste Management Bylaw.
5.4
BED AND BREAKFAST HOMES AND VACATION FARMS
(1)
Bed and breakfast homes and vacation farms shall be subject to the following
requirements:
(a)
Vacation farms shall be ancillary to an agricultural operation and may include bed
and breakfast, cabins and overnight camping areas.
(b)
Bed and breakfast operations shall be located in, and ancillary to, a single
detached dwelling used as the operator's principal residence developed as a farm
operation site or country residence
(c)
Only one sign, not exceeding 1.5 square metres in sign face area, advertising the
vacation farm or bed and breakfast home, and located on-site, is permitted.
(d)
Vacation farms and bed and breakfast homes shall be licensed pursuant to The
Public Health Act and all applicable building code requirements, where tourist
accommodations require health approval.
(e)
Council may specify a maximum number of bedrooms, cabins or camping sites, or
combination thereof, as a special standard in the issuing of a discretionary
approval for a bed and breakfast home or vacation farm application.
5.5
CUSTODIAL CARE FACILITIES AND RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITIES
(1)
Custodial care facilities and residential care facilities may be approved as an accessory use
or as a principal use.
(2)
In any residential district, no exterior alterations shall be undertaken to a dwelling or
former dwelling which would be inconsistent with the residential character of the building
or property.
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(3)
No building or structure used for the purpose of a custodial care facility or a residential
care facility shall be used for the purpose of keeping boarders or lodgers.
(4)
In addition to the development standards of the zoning district, custodial care facilities
and residential care facilities that are listed as discretionary uses shall be reviewed and
approved in accordance with Section 3.7.
5.6
SERVICE STATIONS
(1)
Fuel pumps and other apparatus for dispensing or storage of fuel, located all or partly
above grade level, shall be at least 6 metres from a site line.
(2)
All automobile parts, dismantled vehicles and similar articles or equipment are to be
stored within a building.
(3)
Where service stations occupy a corner site, only one access point shall be on the flanking
street.
5.7
GAS BARS/ BULK FUEL SALES
(1)
Where operated as the principal use on a site, gas bars are subject to the regulations and
standards for service stations.
(2)
Where a gas bar is allowed to operate in conjunction with another use on a site, the
following standards and regulations apply:
(a)
All fuel pumps and storage tanks shall be at least 5 metres from any building on
the site, and 6 metres from any site line.
(b)
The site shall have at least two separate entrances for vehicles, at least 15 metres
apart.
(c)
Access to, and parking for, fuel dispensing apparatus shall not obstruct access to
the site, or other required off-street parking spaces on the site.
5.8
FUEL STORAGE TANKS
(1)
Fuel storage tanks which meet the standards of the National Fire Code may be permitted
in association with service stations, gas bars and other permitted industrial or commercial
uses where the dispensing of fuel to vehicles is a standard aspect of the use.
(2)
The total storage capacity for fuel storage tanks on any single service station or gas bar
shall not exceed the regulations and requirements set out by the National Fire Code.
(3)
Fuel storage tanks shall be:
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located at least 6 metres from any property line and 5 metres from any building;
however, for uses other than gas bars and service stations, the separation distance
may be reduced for tanks with a capacity of 5,000 litres or less, pending
compliance with the National Fire Code and approval from the Municipal Fire
Chief.
(4)
Notwithstanding subsection (2) and (3) above, fuel storage tanks associated with a gas bar
or service station shall be:
(a)
at least 15 metres from the boundary of any site within a Country Residential,
Hamlet, or Resort Residential district.
(5)
The dispensing equipment associated with fuel storage tanks shall be located at least 3
metres from any property line, at least 7.5 metres from any open flame or other ignition
source, and at least 4.5 metres from any door or window.
(6)
Notwithstanding (4) above, above ground fuel storage tanks associated with a gas bar or
service station shall be located at least 6 metres from any property line, at least 7.5 metres
from any open flame or other ignition source, and at least 5 metres from any door or
window.
(7)
Above-ground fuel storage tanks shall be protected from vehicles with suitable posts,
guardrails or other similar means.
5.9
HOME-BASED BUSINESSES AND FARM-BASED BUSINESSES
(1)
Home-based businesses and farm-based businesses shall be subject to the following
development standards:
(a)
The use is clearly ancillary to the use of a farm as an agricultural operation or the
dwelling unit as a private residence.
(b)
Home-based businesses not located on a farm shall be classified as follows:
a. Major: can have up to one (1) non-resident employee, in addition to the
residents of the dwelling. Consists of an approved Dwelling or Accessory
Building by a resident of that dwelling for a business that may generate more
than one business visit per day.
b. Minor: Can only have residents of the dwelling as employees. Consists of the
use of an approved Dwelling by a resident of the Dwelling for a home office
that shall not require more than one business visit per day at the dwelling.
(c)
The operator of the business is a resident of the dwelling unit and, in the case of
a farm-based business only, up to five (5) non-resident employees may be
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employed at the site. In the case of a home-based business located in the AR-
Agriculture Resource District, up to two non-resident employees may be
employed at the site. Any employee shall be directly under the hire and
management of the operator of the business. Where the business is a building or
service contractor, additional employees may be involved only at the client
building site.
(d)
No variation in the residential or residential farm character and appearance of the
dwelling, ancillary residential building, or land shall be permitted.
(e)
The permitted use shall be valid only during the period of time the property is
occupied as a residence of the applicant for such permitted use.
(f)
All permits issued for home-based businesses shall be subject to the condition
that the permit may be revoked at any time if, in the opinion of Council, the
conditions under which the permit was originally issued are no longer met.
(g)
Home based businesses, minor shall be permitted in Hamlet, Hamlet Residential,
and Resort Residential Districts.
5.10 OUTFITTER BASE CAMPS AND TOURISM BASE CAMPS
(1)
All outfitter base camps shall be located at least 400 metres from a dwelling unit that is
not part of the operation.
(2)
All accommodation provided in conjunction with outfitter base camps and tourism base
camps shall comply with The Public Health Act, and Regulations passed thereunder.
(3)
Council may establish standards limiting the total number of guests and guest
rooms,
and the location of buildings and accessory activities as a condition of issuing a
discretionary use permit for outfitter base camps and tourism base camps. Any increase
in the number of guests or guest rooms shall require a new discretionary approval.
5.11 KENNELS (BOARDING AND BREEDING)
(1)
An outdoor area must be provided for animals to run free, without being chained, in an
area enclosed by a fence with a minimum height of 1.83 metres, which provides safety
for the animals and neighbours to the satisfaction of Council.
(2)
Outdoor animal enclosures, kennels, or dog runs may not be located in front yards.
(3)
The keeping of more than four (4) dogs on any lot, whether the dogs are being bred or
boarded, shall be allowed at the discretion Council only in those Districts where Kennels
are listed as Discretionary Use in this Bylaw.
(4)
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included.
(5)
All dogs in boarding or breeding facilities shall be kept within buildings or fenced area at
all times when not leashed.
(6)
All facilities shall be cleaned on a daily basis, and all feces shall be stored in an enclosed
container and disposed of in a sanitary manner.
(7)
All facilities and operations shall be in compliance with all municipal and provincial
requirements and legislation.
(8)
All kennel buildings and exterior exercise areas may be required to have soundproofing
and screening to the satisfaction of Council.
(9)
No building or exterior exercise area used to accommodate dogs shall be located within
30 m of any property line of the lot on which the kennel is located.
(10)
No building or exterior exercise area used to accommodate dogs shall be located within
90 metres of any dwelling on an adjacent lot.
(11)
All Development permits issued for Kennels shall be subject to cancellation if any of the
above requirements, or any other condition of the Development permit is not adhered to.
5.12 AUCTION MARKETS
(1)
Outside storage must be kept in an organized manner or the RM of Britannia Nuisance
Abatement Bylaw may be enforced.
(2)
Temporary storage and accessory repair of goods and materials to be sold shall be
permitted.
(3)
Wrecking, destruction or dismantling of goods and materials shall not be permitted.
5.13 TRUCK STOPS
(1)
The minimum width of a driveway in a truck stop shall be 9.2 metres.
(2)
No more than two access driveways shall connect a truck stop to any street.
(3)
Gas bars on the site of a truck stop shall comply with Sections 5.7 and 5.8.
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5.14 SOLAR ENERGY FACILITIES (INDIVIDUAL)
(1) The installation and operation of solar energy facilities and their supporting structures, shall be
permitted in all zoning districts subject to the following:
(a)
In all districts except the Agriculture Resource District and the Industrial
District, solar energy systems shall not be located in any required front or side
yard. In the case of a corner site, solar energy systems shall not be placed in any
portion of the rear yard which is within 3.0 metres of the side property line
adjacent to a flanking street.
(b)
All freestanding solar structures shall be placed a minimum of 1.2 times the total
height of the structure away from any property line, and in no case shall the
total height of the system exceed the height of the principal building.
(c)
In any district, if attached to a building, the solar energy system shall not exceed
the maximum permitted height of the building the system is attached to.
(d)
A development permit is required for:
(i) Any free-standing solar energy system.
(ii) Any installation requiring structural alterations to an existing structure
a. Any installation requiring structural alterations to an existing
structure will require a structural engineering report.
5.15 WIND ENERGY FACILITIES (ONE TURBINE)
(1)
Wind energy facilities shall be accommodated as a discretionary use in each zoning district
in this Bylaw, either as an accessory use to an established principal use on a site or as the
principal use of a site. The following standards apply to wind energy facilities:
(a)
Wind turbines are limited to a maximum height of 50 metres.
(b)
Wind turbines are limited to a maximum name plate capacity of 100kW.
(c)
The setback of a wind turbine to any public road right of way and railway right of
way that existed on the day the proponent submitted an application to the
Municipality to construct, install or expand the wind energy facility, shall be
greater than or equal to the height of the wind turbine,
(d)
The setback of a wind turbine to any property boundary of a Non-Participating
Noise Receptor that existed on the day the proponent submitted an application
to the Municipality to construct, install or expand the wind energy facility, shall
be greater than or equal to the height of the wind turbine.
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(2)
Council will evaluate Discretionary Use applications for single wind turbines with the
following criteria. Wind turbines shall be located in a manner in which they are separated
from the nearest non-participating noise receptor in the following way:
(a)
Wind turbines with a rotor diameter between 0.1 m and 5.0 m: 100 metre
separation distance;
(b)
Wind turbines with a rotor diameter between 5.01 and 12.5 m: 250 metre
separation distance; and
(c)
Wind turbines with a rotor diameter greater than 12.5 m: 350 metre separation
distance.
5.16 WIND FARMS (TWO OR MORE TURBINES)
(1)
Wind Farms shall be accommodated as a discretionary use in the AR - Agriculture
Resource District, either as an accessory use to an established principle use on a site or as
the principle use of a site. The following standards apply to Wind Farms:
(a)
Wind turbines are limited to a maximum height of 100 metres.
(b)
Wind turbines are limited to a maximum name plate capacity of 2 mW
(c)
The setback of a wind turbine to any public road right of way and railway right of
way that existed on the day the proponent submitted an application to the
Municipality to construct, install or expand the wind energy facility, shall be
greater than or equal to the height of the wind turbine,
(d)
The setback of a wind turbine to any property boundary of a Non-Participating
Noise Receptor that existed on the day the proponent submitted an application
to the Municipality to construct, install or expand the wind energy facility, shall
be greater than or equal to the height of the wind turbine.
(2)
Council will evaluate Discretionary Use applications for Wind Farms with the following
criteria:
(a)
In addition to the criteria outlined in Section 5.15 (2), Wind Farms shall be
separated from the nearest Non-Participating Noise receptor by a distance of 550
metres.
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5.17 TRANSLOADING FACILITIES
Transloading facilities shall be subject to the following requirements:
(1)
In addition to any other information required by Council, the applicant shall submit, as
part of their development permit application, information regarding any hazardous
material to be kept or stored on site, an emergency management plan, a screening and
landscape plan, site grading and drainage plans, and proposed truck routes and road
maintenance measures. The applicant may be required to enter into a road maintenance
agreement.
(2)
Transloading facilities for oil and gas resources shall not be located within 90 metres of a
residence or on hazard lands.
(3)
The applicant shall suitably screen and landscape the facility from neighbouring properties
to the satisfaction of Council.
(4)
Council may require the developer to undertake specific safeguards to address safety
issues related to material kept on the site and nuisance issues related to dust, noise,
odour, smoke, or similar conditions.
(5)
Transloading facilities shall be developed and shall operate in compliance with all relevant
federal and provincial requirements.
5.18 OIL AND GAS EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT
(1)
Exploration and development of oil and gas shall be subject to all federal and provincial
requirements, and such activity must comply with the objectives and policies outlined in
the RM of Britannia's Official Community Plan.
(2)
Oil and gas exploration, extraction and development within the RM shall occur in
accordance with The Oil and Gas Conservation Regulations, 2012.
(3)
Multiple parcel country residential subdivisions, single parcel country residences and
residential sites located in proximity to oil wells may be subject to separation
requirements from an oil well, as per The Subdivision Regulations.
(4)
Multiple parcel country residential developments, single parcel country residences and
residential sites located in proximity to sour gas wells with H2S concentrations over 100
ppm may be subject to separation requirements based on guidelines as recommended by
the Ministry of Government Relations.
(5)
In addition to any other information required by Council, the applicant shall submit, as
part of their development permit application, information regarding any hazardous
material to be kept or stored on site, an emergency management plan, a screening and
landscape plan, site grading and drainage plans, and information regarding proposed truck
routes and road maintenance measures. The applicant may be required to enter into a
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road maintenance agreement.
(6)
Council may require the applicant to suitably screen and landscape the facility from
neighbouring properties to the satisfaction of Council.
(7)
Council may require the applicant to undertake specific safeguards to address safety
issues related to material kept on the site and nuisance issues related to dust, noise,
odour, smoke, or similar conditions.
(8)
The Municipality may apply special standards as outlined in The Municipalities Act, 2005,
to protect the municipal interest when transportation, utility and pipeline facilities cross
municipal roads, or when seismic activity is proposed on roads or road allowances.
(9)
Upon approval by the Municipality, the owner of a pipeline shall provide the Municipality
at least 48 hours notice of the owner's intention to commence work. Written request
must be made to the Rural Municipality before construction begins and the owner shall
obtain the required Municipal standards for construction approaches and for pipelines
(flowlines) crossing road allowances.
(10)
Council may require that oil and gas well sites be fenced with a gate.
5.19 JUNK AND SALVAGE YARDS AND AUTO WRECKERS
(1)
Junk and salvage yards and auto wreckers shall be enclosed by an opaque or solid
perimeter fence at least 2.0 metres in height, and not more than 5.0 metres in height,
with no material piled higher than the height of the perimeter fence; and,
(2)
The perimeter fence shall not be located in the required front yard. The required front
yard shall be used for no other purpose than landscaping and necessary access driveways
to the site.
(3)
Storage of salvage or junk vehicles must be compliant with environmental standards and
regulations. Proof of ministerial consultation and or approval is required.
5.20 CREMATORIUMS
(1)
Crematoriums shall be located at least 300 metres from any residential dwelling or land
zoned for residential purposes.
5.21 COMMUNAL FARM SETTLEMENTS
(1)
Council map consider discretionary use applications for communal farm settlements
including the multiple uses outlined in the definition for Communal Farm Settlements as
one single discretionary use application. Buildings and uses must comply with the
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setbacks contained within this bylaw and the RM's Building Bylaw. Development permits
and building permits will be required for each use and building.
(2)
Communal farm settlements may include more than one dwelling on a single site and
these dwellings may be in the form of single detached dwellings and communal dwellings.
Council may specify the maximum number of dwelling units permitted for a Communal
Farm Settlement.
(3)
An expansion to a communal farm settlement shall require discretionary use approval.
(4)
There shall be a water supply adequate for the proposed communal farm settlement and
the development shall not contaminate any water source.
(5)
Provision of potable water and treatment and disposal of wastewater is subject to
provincial regulations and approval.
(6)
Road access to the communal farm settlement shall be to the satisfaction of Council. If
off-site road upgrades or new road construction is required, Council may require the
applicant to pay for the road upgrades or new construction pursuant to Section 16 of The
Municipalities Act.
(7)
Council may require the applicant to demonstrate that traffic generated by the communal
farm settlement can be handled safely and appropriately by the municipalities road
network. This can be determined by the applicant retaining a professional engineer to
undertake a Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA).
5.22 CANNABIS PRODUCTION FACILITIES
(1)
No outside storage is permitted.
(2)
The facility should have consideration for the impact on adjacent uses with regards to use,
design, intensity and operation.
(3)
The facility shall not create or become a nuisance or create any conflict with surrounding
uses in terms of noise, dust, refuse matter, odour, traffic and storage of hazard or
combustible material. The applicant may be required to implement mitigation measures
to address potential nuisances or hazards.
(4)
The applicant shall provide the Municipality with evidence of compliance with any
applicable provincial and federal legislation or regulations including approvals where
required.
(5)
The facility must have acceptable access for emergency services.
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5.23 CANNABIS RETAIL STORES
(1)
Cannabis retail stores shall maintain a minimum setback of 150 metres from schools,
public playgrounds, public parks and licensed day care centres.
5.24 SOLAR FARMS
(1)
In addition to any other information required by Council, the applicant shall submit, as
part of their development permit application, information regarding site grading along
with a drainage plan for the site.
(2)
Council may require that it be demonstrated how any adverse effects on neighbouring
properties will be mitigated including ensuring that sight lines are maintained.
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6 ZONING DISTRICTS
6.1
CLASSIFICATION OF ZONING DISTRICTS
6.1.1 In order to carry out the purpose and provisions of this Bylaw, the Rural Municipality is divided into
the following Zoning Districts, the boundaries of which are shown on the "Zoning District Map". Such
districts may be referred to by the appropriate symbols.
Districts
Symbols
Agriculture Resource
AR
Hamlet
H1
Hamlet Residential
H2
Country Residential Mixed Use
CRMU
Medium Density Country Residential
CR1
High Density Country Residential
CR2
Resort Residential
RR
Commercial/ Industrial
C1
Restricted Commercial
C2
Industrial
M1
Conservation
CON
6.2
ZONING DISTRICT MAPS
6.2.1 The map, bearing the statement "This is the Zoning District Map which accompanies Bylaw Number
24-2021 adopted by the Rural Municipality of Britannia No. 502" and signed by the Reeve and Rural
Municipal Chief Administrative Officer under the seal of the Rural Municipality shall be known as the
"Zoning District Map" and such map is hereby declared to be an integral part of this Bylaw.
6.3
BOUNDARIES
6.3.1 The boundaries of such districts referred to, together with explanatory legend, notation and
reference, are shown on the map entitled "Zoning District Map".
6.3.2 All streets, lanes and road allowances, if not otherwise specifically designated, shall be deemed to
be in the same zoning district as the property immediately abutting upon such streets, lanes and road
allowances. If the land abutting each side of a street, lane or road allowance is located in different zoning
districts, the centre line of such street, lane or road allowance shall be deemed to be the district boundary,
unless otherwise specifically designated.
6.3.3 Streets, lanes, and road allowances which are shown on the "Zoning District Map" and which have
been permanently closed pursuant to Section 13 of The Municipalities Act, shall be in the same district as
the land abutting both sides of the permanently closed street, lane or road allowance. If the land abutting
each side of the permanently closed street, land or road allowance was located in different zoning districts
before the said street, lane or road allowance was permanently closed, the centre line of such permanently
closed street, lane or road allowance shall be deemed to be the district boundary, unless otherwise
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specifically designated.
6.3.4 In unsubdivided land, the zoning district boundary shall be determined by the scale shown on the
"Zoning District Map".
6.4
REGULATIONS
6.4.1 Regulations for the zoning districts are outlined in the following sections of this Bylaw.
6.5
PROPERTIES WITH MORE THAN ONE ZONING DISTRICT
6.5.1 Where a site or lot is divided into more than one zoning district, each portion of the site or lot shall
be developed and use in accordance with the provisions of the applicable zoning district.
6.6
TRANSITIONAL ZONING PROVISIONS
6.6.1 Existing Buildings
Buildings lawfully existing at the time of the approval of this bylaw shall be limited in terms of site
width and setback requirements, to the regulation of the zoning district in which they are located,
or to their current dimensions, whichever is the least restrictive.
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7 DISTRICT SCHEDULES
7.1
AR - AGRICULTURE RESOURCE DISTRICT
7.1.1 Intent
The objective of the AR - Agriculture Resource District is to provide for the primary use of land in
the form of agricultural development, associated farm dwellings, limited single-parcel country
residential development, location-dependent natural resource development and other uses
compatible with agricultural development.
7.1.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-1.
7.1.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in the AR - Agriculture Resource District are as follows:
7.1.4 Accessory Buildings
(1)
Accessory buildings and uses shall be permitted subject to Section 5.1.
7.1.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
(a)
Minimum and maximum site size, site width, and yard requirements are shown in
Table 7-1.
(2)
Keeping of Animals on Non-Farm Residential Sites
(a)
The keeping of animals on non-farm residential sites in the Agriculture Resource
District is permitted when in compliance with all municipal and provincial
requirements and legislation.
(b)
Pasturing of animals on vacant sites permitted only where vacant site is adjacent
to site containing primary residence of the person responsible for the animal.
7.1.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the AR - R - Agriculture Resource District
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with regard to Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms and
Conditions for Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted as
follows.
(1)
Intensive agricultural operations including, but not limited to, intensive livestock
operations subject to Section 3.5.2.4 of the Official Community Plan.
(2)
Discretionary Commercial Uses
(a)
Where ancillary to a farm operation, or single detached dwelling, Council may
prescribe specific development standards in the issuing of a development permit
limiting the size of operation, buildings used for the operation, and number of
non-resident employees. Any increase in the area of land for a commercial use,
or the number or size of buildings used for the commercial operation, shall require
a new discretionary approval by Council.
(b)
Council may specify specific development standards for the location, setback, or
screening of any area devoted to the outdoor storage of machinery, vehicles, or
vehicular parts in conjunction with a commercial operation including any salvage
or vehicle storage yard.
(3)
Home-based Businesses
(a)
Home-based business are subject to Section 5.9 of this Bylaw.
7.1.7 Exceptions to Development Standards
Exceptions to development standards in AR - Agriculture Resource District, are as follows:
7.1.8 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
7.1.9 Temporary Accommodation
A recreational vehicle may be permitted for a period of up to one year on an existing farm dwelling
or residential site, while a permanent dwelling unit, for which a valid development permit has
been issued, is being actively constructed on the site. In the case where a development permit
has not been issued, no recreational vehicle may be used for habitation.
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TABLE 7-1:
AR - AGRICULTURE RESOURCE DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
(as amended by Bylaw 06-2023)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (ha)
Maximum Site
Area (ha)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Agricultural Uses
(1)
Agriculturally related commercial and industrial uses subject to Section 3.5.2.3
in the Official Community Plan
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10 (3)
(2)
Farm operations
P
64(1)
- -
30
35
10
10
(3)
Intensive livestock operations subject to Section 3.5.2.4 in the Official
Community Plan
D
3.5.2(2)
1.0
- -
30
35
10
10
(4)
Intensive agricultural operations subject to Section 3.5.2.4 in the Official
Community Plan
D
3.5.2(3)
1.0
- -
60
35
10
10
Resource Based Uses
(1)
Mineral exploration and extraction, excluding gravel pits
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
3
(2)
Petroleum exploration, extraction and related facilities, including oil & gas
wells
P
5.18
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
3
(3)
Petroleum related commercial uses
D
(4)
Solar farms
D
5.24
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(5)
Transloading facilities for oil and gas resources, other natural resources, and
agricultural products
P
5.17
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
Residential Uses
(1)
Dwelling units as an accessory use, except the first farm dwelling (8)(9)
D
3.7.4(12)
(2)
- -
30
35
10
10
(2)
Farm Dwellings subject to 3.5.2.2 in the Official Community Plan
P
(2)
- -
30
35
10
10
(3)
Single detached dwellings, Modular Dwellings, RTM Dwellings (as a principal
use on Non-farm Residential Subdivision) subject to Section 3.6.2.3 in the
Official Community Plan
P
0.49(4)
4.05(4)
30
35
10
10
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(4)
Semi-Detached Dwelling (as a principal use on Non-farm Residential
Subdivision) subject to Section 3.6.2.3 in the Official Community Plan.
D
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
TABLE 7-1: AR - AGRICULTURE RESOURCE DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (ha)
Maximum Site
Area (ha)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Residential Uses (continued)
(5)
Two-Unit Dwelling (as a principal use on Non-farm Residential Subdivision)
subject to Section 3.6.2.3 in the Official Community Plan.
D
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
(6)
Secondary Suite
P
Same as principal use.
(7)
Accessory Recreational Dwelling
D
Same as principal use.
(8)
Manufactured Dwelling
P
3.5.2(11)
30
35
10
10
Commercial Uses
(1)
Agriculture servicing and contracting establishments
D
3.7.4(9)
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10 (3)
(2)
Bed and breakfast homes
D
5.4
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
30
35
10
10
(3)
Recreational Campgrounds
D
3.5.2(1)
3.7.4(7)
5.2
0.8
(4)
30
35
10
10
(4)
Cannabis production facilities
D
3.7.4(13)
5.22
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10(3)
(5)
Crematoriums
D
5.20
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(6)
Custodial care facilities
D
5.5
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
30
35
10
10
(7)
Drive-in theatres
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(8)
Golf courses
D
3.7.4(8)
1.0
- -
- -
35
10
10
(9)
Grain elevators
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10(3)
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(10)
Health care clinics
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(11)
Gravel pits and gravel crushing operations subject to Table 8-1
D
3.5.2(10)
3.7.4(1)
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
3
(12)
Home-based businesses (major and minor) and farm-based businesses
D
5.9
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
30
35
10
10
(13)
Kennels
D
5.11
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(14)
Machine shops and metal fabricators
D
3.7.4(4)
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10 (3)
TABLE 7-1: AR - AGRICULTURE RESOURCE DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (ha)
Maximum Site
Area (ha)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Commercial Uses (continued)
(15)
Abattoirs
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10 (3)
(16)
Outfitter base camps
D
3.5.2(1)
5.10
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
30
35
10
10
(17)
Residential care facilities
D
5.6
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
30
35
10
10
(18)
Storage Yards and Establishments
D
3.7.4(6)
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
30
35
10
10
(19)
Tourism base camps
D
3.5.2(1)
5.10
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
30
35
10
10
(20)
Tourist camps
D
3.5.2(1)
5.2
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(21)
Vacation farms
D
5.4
0.49(4)(5)
4.05(4)(6)
30
35
10
10
(22)
Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals, including large animal boarding
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses
(1)
Airports, airstrips, and aerodromes
D
(7), (10)
- -
- -
35
10
10
(2)
Cemeteries
D
(10)
- -
- -
- -
- -
3
(3)
Place of worship residences and residential religious institutions
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(4)
Community centres/ halls
P
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(5)
Detention centres and correctional institutions
D
0.49(10)
- -
30
35
10
10
(6)
Historical and archeological sites
P
(13)
(7)
Institutional camps
D
3.5.2(1)
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
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Municipal facilities
P
(13)
(9)
Parks and playgrounds
P
(13)
(10)
Places of worship
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(11)
Public works, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
3
(12)
Radar stations
D
0.49
- -
- -
35
10
10
(13)
Recreation facilities
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
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Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (ha)
Maximum Site
Area (ha)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (11), (12)
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses (continued)
(14)
Schools and educational facilities
D
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(15)
Solid and liquid waste disposal facilities, sewage lagoons, pesticide container
collection sites, including soil farms for the rehabilitation of contaminated
soils, and associated facilities subject to Sections 3.3.2.2 of the Official
Community Plan
D
3.5.2(6)
5.3
0.49
- -
30
35
10
10
(16)
Telecommunications facilities
P
1.0(10)
- -
- -
35
10
10
(17)
Wildlife and ecological conservation areas
P
(13)
(18)
Wind energy facilities, including wind farms
D
3.5.2(9)
5.15
5.16
Development Standards as laid out in Section 5.15 & 5.16(10)
Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district,
subject to the regulations contained in this Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed following application to,
and approval by Council; and which complies with the development standards and other regulations
as may be required by Council and/or contained in this Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-1 and the AR - Agriculture Resource District:
(1) or a lesser amount as identified in Section 3.5.2.2(b) of the Official Community Plan
(2) the same as farm operations
(3) where rear yard abuts a railway or a railway reserve no rear yard is required
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(4) or a greater or lesser site size as identified in Section 3.6.2.3 (d) of the Official Community Plan
(5) unless developed ancillary to a farm operation, in which case 64 hectares, and subject to (1) above
(6) no maximum shall apply if developed ancillary to a Farm Operation
(7) Private facilities: 1.01 hectares; Publicly-owned facilities: no minimum
(8) accessory dwelling units includes: farm dwellings, business dwellings, and communal dwellings
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-1 and the AR - Agriculture Resource District (continued):
(9) accessory dwelling units attached to a principal use, such as business dwellings, shall meet the development standards of the principal use to which they are attached
(10) must meet all applicable provincial and or federal regulations
(11) In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7
feet) from the centerline of the road allowance.
(12) In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the
applicant's Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(13) The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project proponents.
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7.2
CR1 - MEDIUM DENSITY COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
7.2.1 Intent
The objective of the CR1 - Medium Density Country Residential District is to provide for medium
density, multiple lot country residential development and other compatible development in
specific areas with standards for such development which does not directly support agriculture.
7.2.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-2.
7.2.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in CR1 - Medium Density Country Residential District are as follows:
7.2.4 Accessory Buildings
(1)
Accessory buildings and uses shall be permitted and are subject to Section 5.1.
7.2.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-2.
(2)
Density Requirements
A maximum of 15 sites for residential use shall be permitted in any quarter section.
(2)
Keeping of Animals
(a)
Two animal units permitted per 1.1 hectare (2.7 acres). All other animals shall be
limited to domestic pets of the residents of the site.
(b)
Animals shall not be pastured within 15 metres of any dwelling not owned by the
operator of the pasture or owner of the animals, and no buildings or structures
intended to contain animals shall be located within 30 metres of a property line.
(c)
Pasturing of animals on vacant sites permitted only where vacant site is adjacent
to site containing primary residence of the person responsible for the animal.
(d)
The keeping of any animals must be in compliance with all municipal and
provincial requirements and legislation.
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7.2.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the CR1 - Medium Density Country
Residential District with regard to Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section
3.7.3 Terms and Conditions for Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development
standards noted as follows.
(1)
Home-based Businesses
(a)
Home-based business are subject to Section 5.9 of this Bylaw.
(b)
No home-based business in this district shall include any outdoor auto body repair
or repainting operations.
(c)
No heavy construction or industrial equipment or supplies shall be stored on any
site for a home-based business in this district.
7.2.7 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
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Table 7-2
CR1 - MEDIUM DENSITY COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
(as amended by Bylaw 06-2023)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (ha)
Maximum Site
Area (ha)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Residential Uses
(1)
Single detached dwellings, Modular Dwellings, RTM Dwellings
P
4.05
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(2)
Semi-Detached dwellings
D
4.05
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(3)
Two-Unit dwellings
D
4.05
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(4)
Secondary Suite
P
Same as principal use
(5)
Accessory Recreational dwelling
D
Same as principal use
(6)
Manufactured Dwelling
D
3.5.2(11)
and
3.7.4(15)
4.05
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
Commercial Uses
(1)
Bed and breakfast homes
D
5.4
4.05
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(2)
Home-based businesses (major and minor)
D
5.9
4.05
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(3)
Day care centres
D
- -
- -
- -
7.6
3
3
(4)
Residential care facilities
D
5.5
- -
- -
- -
7.6
3
3
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses
(1)
Community centres/ halls
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(2)
Historical and archaeological sites
P
(3)
(3)
Libraries
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(4)
Municipal facilities
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(5)
Parks and playgrounds
P
(3)
(6)
Places of worship
P
- -
- -
- -
7.6
3
3
(7)
Public museums
D
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(8)
Public works, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
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(9)
Recreation facilities
D
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(10)
Schools and educational facilities
D
- -
- -
- -
7.6
3
3
(11)
Wildlife and ecological conservation areas
P
(3)
(12)
Wind energy facilities (one turbine)
D
5.15
Development Standards as laid out in Section 5.15
Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district, subject to the
regulations contained in this Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed following
application to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the development
standards and other regulations as may be required by Council and/or contained in this
Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-2 and the CR1 - Medium Density Country Residential District:
(1)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres
(147.7 feet) from the centerline of the road allowance.
(2)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on
the applicant's Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(3)
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project proponents.
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7.3
CR2 - HIGH DENSITY COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
7.3.1 Intent
The objective of the CR2 - High Density Country Residential District is to provide for high density,
multiple lot country residential development and other compatible development in specific areas
with standards for such development which does not directly support agriculture.
7.3.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-3.
7.3.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in CR2 - High Density Country Residential District are as follows:
7.3.4 Accessory Buildings
(1)
Accessory buildings and uses shall be permitted and are subject to Section 5.1.
7.3.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-3.
(2)
Density Requirements
A maximum density of 40 sites per quarter section for residential use shall be permitted.
(3)
Keeping of Animals
(a)
Two animal units permitted per 1.1 hectare (2.7 acres). All other animals shall
be limited to domestic pets of the residents of the site.
(b)
Animals shall not be pastured within 15 metres of any dwelling not owned by the
operator of the pasture or owner of the animals, and no buildings or structures
intended to contain animals shall be located within 30 metres of a property line.
(c)
Pasturing of animals on vacant sites permitted only where vacant site is adjacent
to site containing primary residence of the person responsible for the animal.
(e)
The keeping of any animals must be in compliance with all municipal and
provincial requirements and legislation.
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7.3.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the CR2 - High Density Country Residential
District with regard to Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms
and Conditions for Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted
as follows.
(1)
Home-based Businesses
(a)
Home-based business are subject to Section 5.9 of this Bylaw.
(b)
No home-based business in this district shall include any outdoor auto body repair
or repainting operations.
(c)
No heavy construction or industrial equipment or supplies shall be stored on any
site for a home-based business in this district.
7.3.7 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
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Table 7-3
CR2 - HIGH DENSITY COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum
Site Area (ha)
Maximum
Site Area (ha)
Minimum
Site Width
(m)
Minimum
Front Yard
(m) (1), (2)
Minimum
Side Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Minimum
Rear Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Residential Uses
(1)
Single detached dwellings, Modular dwellings, RTM dwellings
P
0.405
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(2)
Semi-Detached Dwellings
D
0.405
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(3)
Two-Unit Dwellings
D
0.405
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(4)
Secondary Suites
P
Same as principal use
(5)
Accessory Recreational Dwellings
D
Same as principal use
Commercial Uses
(1)
Bed and breakfast homes
D
5.4
0.405
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(2)
Home-based businesses (major and minor)
D
5.9
0.405
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
(3)
Day care centres
D
- -
- -
- -
7.6
3
3
(4)
Residential care facilities
D
5.5
- -
- -
- -
7.6
3
3
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses
(1)
Community centres/ halls
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(2)
Historical and archaeological sites
P
(3)
(3)
Libraries
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(4)
Municipal facilities
P
(3)
(5)
Parks and playgrounds
P
(3)
(6)
Places of worship
P
- -
- -
- -
7.6
3
3
(7)
Public museums
D
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(8)
Public works, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(9)
Recreation facilities
D
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(10)
Schools and educational facilities
D
- -
- -
- -
7.6
3
3
(11)
Wildlife and ecological conservation areas
P
(3)
(12)
Wind energy facilities (one turbine)
D
5.15
Development Standards as laid out in Section 5.15
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Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district, subject to the
regulations contained in this Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed following
application to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the development
standards and other regulations as may be required by Council and/or contained in this
Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-3 and the CR2 - High Density Country Residential District:
(1)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres
(147.7 feet) from the centerline of the road allowance.
(2)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 metres) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified
on the applicant's Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(3)
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project proponents.
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7.4
CRMU - COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE DISTRICT
7.4.1 Intent
The objective of the CRMU - Country Residential Mixed Use District is to provide for mixed use,
multiple-lot country residential development and other compatible development, including
ancillary forms of commercial and industrial use and development, in specified areas with
standards for such development which does not directly support agriculture.
7.4.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-4.
7.4.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in CRMU - Country Residential Mixed Use District are as follows:
7.4.4 Accessory Buildings
(1)
Accessory buildings and uses shall be permitted and are subject to Section 5.1.
7.4.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-4.
(2)
Density Requirements
A maximum of 15 sites for residential use shall be permitted in any quarter section.
(2)
Keeping of Animals
(a)
Two animal units permitted per 1.1 hectare (2.7 acres). All other animals shall be
limited to domestic pets of the residents of the site.
(b)
Animals shall not be pastured within 15 metres of any dwelling not owned by the
operator of the pasture or owner of the animals, and no buildings or structures
intended to contain animals shall be located within 30 metres of a property line.
(c)
Pasturing of animals on vacant sites permitted only where vacant site is adjacent
to site containing primary residence of the person responsible for the animal.
(d)
The keeping of any animals must be in compliance with all municipal and
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provincial requirements and legislation.
7.4.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the CRMU - Country Residential Mixed Use
District with regard to Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms
and Conditions for Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted
as follows.
(1)
Home-based Businesses
(a)
Home-based business are subject to Section 5.9 of this Bylaw.
(b)
No home-based business in this district shall include any outdoor auto body repair
or repainting operations.
(c)
No heavy construction or industrial equipment or supplies shall be stored on any
site for a home-based business in this district.
7.4.7 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
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Table 7-4
CRMU - COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
(as amended by Bylaw 06-2023)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum
Site Area (ha)
or (m)
Maximum
Site Area (ha)
Minimum
Site Width
(m)
Minimum
Front Yard
(m) (1), (2)
Minimum
Side Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Minimum
Rear Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Residential Uses
(1)
Single detached dwellings, Modular dwellings, and RTM Dwellings
P
4.05 ha
16.19 ha
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(2)
Semi detached dwellings
D
4.05 ha
16.19 ha
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(3)
Two-unit dwellings
D
4.05 ha
16.19 ha
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(4)
Secondary Suite
P
Same as principal use
(5)
Accessory Recreational Dwelling
D
Same as principal use
(6)
Manufactured Dwelling
D
3.5.2(11) and
3.7.4(15)
4.05
16.19
30
7.6
3
3
Commercial Uses
(1)
Bed and breakfast homes
D
5.4
4.05 ha
16.19 ha
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(2)
Daycare centres
D
--
--
--
7.6
3.0
3.0
(3)
Health care clinics
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(4)
Home-based businesses (major and minor)
D
5.9
4.05 ha
16.19 ha
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(5)
Residential care facilities
D
5.5
--
--
--
7.6
3.0
3.0
(6)
Agriculturally related commercial uses
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(7)
Agricultural service and contracting establishments
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(8)
Auction marts, excluding livestock auctions
P
5.12
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(9)
Autobody and paint shops
D
3.7.4(4)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(10)
Automotive sales and repair
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(11)
Bakeries
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(12)
Recreational Campgrounds
D
3.5.2(1)
3.7.4(7)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
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5.2
(13)
Cannabis production facilities
D
3.7.4(13)
5.22
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
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Table 7-4: CRMU - COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (ha) or (m)
Maximum Site
Area (ha)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Commercial Uses (continued)
(14)
Cannabis retail stores
D
3.7.4(14)
5.23
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(15)
Commercial recreational uses
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(16)
Commercial service establishments
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(17)
Convenience stores, with or without gas bars
P
5.7
5.8
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(18)
Daycare centres
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(19)
Gas bars
P
5.7
5.8
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(20)
Hotels
D
3.7.4(11)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(21)
Landscaping establishments
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(22)
Lumber yards, home improvement centres and building supply
establishments
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(23)
Medical and dental offices
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(24)
Motels
D
3.7.4(11)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(25)
Nurseries, greenhouses and garden centres
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(26)
Offices and office buildings
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(27)
Personal service shops
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(28)
Prefabricated building component manufacturing and assembly
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(29)
Recycling and collection depots
D
3.7.4(6)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(30)
Repair shops and repair services
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(31)
Restaurants
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(32)
Retail food outlets
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
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Table 7-4: CRMU - COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (ha) or (m2)
Maximum Site
Area (ha)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Commercial Uses (continued)
(33)
Retail stores, but not including auction markets
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(34)
Service stations
P
5.6
5.8
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(35)
Taxidermy and accessory tanning of hides
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(36)
Tourist camps
D
3.5.2(1)
5.2
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(37)
Training centres
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(38)
Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(39)
Retail food outlets
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(40)
Retail stores, but not including auction markets
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(41)
Taxidermy and accessory tanning of hides
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(42)
Tourist camps
D
3.5.2(1)
5.2
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(43)
Training centres
P
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
Industrial Uses
(1)
Agricultural equipment, fuel, and chemical supply establishments,
but excluding bulk fuel sales and storage
D
3.7.4(9)
--
--
--
7.6)
6.0
3.0
(2)
Asphalt and cement plants, gravel yards, and coal yards
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(3)
Bulk fuel sales and storage
D
5.7
5.8
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(4)
Construction trades and yards
D
3.7.4(4)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(5)
General Industrial Uses (see Use, General Industrial in Section 2
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(6)
Storage Yards and Establishments
D
3.7.4(6)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(7)
Industrial service operations
D
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
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Table 7-4: CRMU - COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (ha) or (m)
Maximum Site
Area (ha)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Industrial Uses (continued)
(8)
Manufacturing or processing facilities
D
3.7.4(4)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(9)
Transportation, trucking and freight handling establishments
D
3.7.4(4)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(10)
Truck stops
D
3.7.4(10)
5.13
--
--
--
7.6)
6.0
3.0
(11)
Warehouse, supply depot and storage establishments
D
3.7.4(4)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
(12)
Welding and machine shops
D
3.7.4(4)
--
--
--
7.6
6.0
3.0
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses
(1)
Community centres/ halls
P
- -
- -
--
- -
- -
- -
(2)
Historical and archaeological sites
P
(3)
(3)
Libraries
P
- -
- -
--
- -
- -
- -
(4)
Municipal facilities
P
(3)
(5)
Parks and playgrounds
P
(3)
(6)
Places of worship
P
- -
- -
--
7.6
3.0
3.0
(7)
Public museums
P
- -
- -
--
- -
- -
- -
(8)
Public works, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
P
- -
- -
--
- -
- -
- -
(9)
Recreation facilities
D
- -
- -
--
- -
- -
- -
(10)
Schools and educational facilities
D
- -
- -
--
7.6
3.0
3.0
(11)
Wildlife and ecological conservation areas
P
(3)
(12)
Wind energy facilities (one turbine)
D
5.15
Development Standards as laid out in Section 5.15
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Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district, subject to the
regulations contained in this Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed following
application to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the development
standards and other regulations as may be required by Council and/or contained in this
Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-4 and the CRMU - Country Residential Mixed Use District:
(1)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres
(147.7 feet) from the centerline of the road allowance.
(2)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on
the applicant's Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(3)
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project proponents.
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7.5
RR - RESORT RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
7.5.1 Intent
The objective of the RR - Resort Residential District is to provide for multiple-lot resort residential
development and other compatible development in specific lakeshore areas with standards for
such development.
7.5.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-5.
7.5.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in RR - Resort Residential District are as follows:
7.5.4 Accessory Buildings
(1) Accessory buildings and uses are subject to Section 5.1.
7.5.5 Regulations
(1)
Definitions
For the purposes of this Bylaw, the following definition shall apply:
Lakeshore site: any site in a Resort Residential District that abuts the bank of the lake, or
abuts public, municipal or environmental reserve land that abuts the bank of the lake.
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-5.
(2)
Protection of Trees
The removal of trees with 90 m of a shoreline shall not be permitted except where
permitted by the Water Security Agency, for the purpose of the construction of access
ways, pathways, trails or buildings and the clearing of dead or diseased trees or wildlife
enhancement projects. Within 90 metres of a shoreline, access way shall not be cleared
greater than 6 metres in width. For building construction with 90 m of the shoreline,
removal of trees further than 2 metres from the building shall be prohibited.
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(3)
Keeping of Animals
(a)
Except on lakeshore sites, two animal units permitted per 1.1 hectare (2.7 acres).
All other animals shall be limited to domestic pets of the residents of the site.
(b)
Animals shall not be pastured within 15 metres of any dwelling not owned by the
operator of the pasture or owner of the animals, and no buildings or structures
intended to contain animals shall be located within 30 metres of a property line.
(c)
Pasturing of animals on vacant sites permitted only where vacant site is adjacent
to site containing primary residence of the person responsible for the animal.
(d)
The keeping of any animals must be in compliance with all municipal and
provincial requirements and legislation.
7.5.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the RR - Resort Residential District with
regard to Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms and
Conditions for Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted as
follows.
(1)
Home-based Businesses
(a)
Home-based businesses are subject to Section 5.9 of this Bylaw.
(b)
Only Home-based businesses, Minor will be considered in the Resort residential
District
(b)
No home-based business in this district shall include any outdoor auto body repair
or repainting operations.
(c)
No heavy construction or industrial equipment or supplies shall be stored in an
unsightly manner on any site for a home-based business in this district.
7.5.7 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
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Table 7-5
RR- RESORT RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
(as amended by Bylaw 06-2023)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2) ,(3)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2) ,(3)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2) ,(3)
Residential Uses
(1)
Single detached dwellings, Modular Dwelling, RTM
Dwellings
P
550
18
6.0
1.5
4.5
(2)
Semi detached dwellings
D
550
18
6.0
1.5
4.5
(3)
Two-unit dwellings
D
550
18
6.0
1.5
4.5
(4)
Secondary Suite
P
Same as principal use.
(5)
Accessory Recreational Dwelling
D
Same as principal use
(6)
Manufactured Dwelling
D
3.5.2(11)
and
3.7.4(15)
464
15
6.0
1.5(2)
3.0
Commercial Uses
(1)
Bed and breakfast homes
D
5.4
550
18
6.0
1.5
4.5
(2)
Recreational Campgrounds
D
3.5.2(1)
3.7.4(7)
5.2
4046
30
6.0
6.0
6.0
(3)
Convenience stores
900
30
6.0
6.0
6.0
(4)
Daycare centres
D
900
30
6.0
6.0
6.0
(5)
Home-based businesses, minor
D
5.9
550
18
6.0
1.5
4.5
(6)
Tourist camps
D
900
30
6.0
6.0
6.0
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses
(1)
Community centres/ halls
P
900
- -
6.0
1.5
1.5
(2)
Golf courses
D
- -
- -
6.0
1.5
1.5
(3)
Historical and archaeological sites
P
(4)
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(4)
Libraries
P
900
- -
6.0
1.5
1.5
(5)
Marinas
- -
- -
6.0
1.5
1.5
(6)
Municipal facilities
P
(4)
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Table 7-5: RR- RESORT RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2) ,(3)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2) ,(3)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2) ,(3)
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses (continued
(7)
Parks and playgrounds
P
(4)
(8)
Places of worship
P
900
- -
6.0
1.5
1.5
(9)
Public museums
P
900
- -
6.0
1.5
1.5
(10)
Public works, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal
sites
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(11)
Recreation facilities
D
900
- -
6.0
1.5
1.5
(12)
Wildlife and ecological conservation areas
P
(4)
Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district,
subject to the regulations contained in this Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed
following application to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the
development standards and other regulations as may be required by Council
and/or contained in this Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-5 and the RR - Resort Residential District:
(1)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum
of 45 metres (147.7 feet) from the centerline of the road allowance.
(2)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance
as specified on the applicant's Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(3)
For principal use buildings. See Section 5.1 for Accessory Building setbacks
(4)
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project proponents.
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7.6
H1 - HAMLET DISTRICT
7.6.1 Intent
The objective of the H1 - Hamlet District is to provide for limited residential and commercial
growth in the form of infilling of existing vacant land in the hamlets of Hillmond and Greenstreet.
7.6.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-6.
7.6.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in H1 - Hamlet District are as follows:
7.6.4 Accessory Buildings
(1)
Accessory buildings and uses are subject to Section 5.1.
7.6.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-6.
(2)
Keeping of Animals
(a)
All animals shall be limited to domestic pets of the residents of the site and
subject to all municipal bylaws concerning animals
(b)
The use of vacant residential sites for pasture of animals is prohibited.
(c)
The keeping of any animals must be in compliance with all municipal and
provincial requirements and legislation.
7.6.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the H1 - Hamlet District with regard to
Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms and Conditions for
Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted as follows.
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(1)
Home-based Businesses
(a)
Home-based businesses are subject to Section 5.9 of this Bylaw.
(b)
No home-based business in this district shall include auto body repair or
repainting operations.
(c)
No heavy construction or industrial equipment or supplies shall be stored on any
site for a home-based business in this district.
7.6.7 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
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Table 7-6
H1 - HAMLET DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
(as amended by Bylaw 06-2023)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (4), (5)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (4), (5)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (4), (5)
Residential Uses
(1)
Single detached dwellings, Modular Dwellings, RTM Dwellings
P
464
15
6.0
1.5(2)
3.0
(2)
Semi detached dwellings
D
464
15
6.0
1.5(1)(2)
3.0
(3)
Two-unit dwellings
D
464
15
6.0
1.5(2)
3.0
(4)
Secondary Suite
P
Same as principal use
(5)
Accessory Recreational Dwelling
D
Same as principal use
(6)
Manufactured Dwelling
D
3.5.2(11)
and
3.7.4(15)
464
15
6.0
1.5(2)
3.0
Commercial Uses
(1)
Agricultural equipment, fuel, and chemical supply establishments
D
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(3)
Agricultural product storage, transshipment, service and contracting establishments,
excluding facilities for the handling of large animals
D
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(4)
Automotive sales and services including sales and service of recreational vehicles, RTM
dwellings, modular dwellings, farm implements and machinery
D
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(5)
Bed and breakfast homes
D
5.4
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(6)
Cannabis retail stores
D
3.7.4(14)
5.23
464
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(7)
Construction trades
D
464
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(8)
Convenience stores
D
232
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(9)
Daycare centres
D
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(10)
Gas bars
D
5.7
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
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(12)
Grain elevators
D
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
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Table 7-6: H1 - HAMLET DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum
Site Area
(m2)
Minimum
Site Width
(m)
Minimum
Front Yard
(m) (4), (5)
Minimum
Side Yard (m)
(4), (5)
Minimum
Rear Yard (m)
(4), (5)
Commercial Uses (continued)
(14)
Home-based businesses, minor
D
5.9
Same as principal use
(15)
Hotels and motels
D
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(16)
Lumber yards, home improvement centres and building supply establishments
D
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(17)
Manufacturing or processing facilities
D
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(18)
Motor vehicle and recreational equipment dealers and service establishments
D
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(19)
Personal service shops
D
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(20)
Residential care facilities
D
5.5
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(21)
Restaurants
D
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(22)
Retail stores
D
232
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(23)
Service stations
D
5.6, 5.8
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(24)
Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals
D
464
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(25)
Welding and machine shops
D
928
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Use
(1)
Clubs
D
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(2)
Community centres/ halls
P
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(3)
Historical and archaeological sites
P
(3)
(4)
Libraries
P
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(5)
Municipal facilities
P
(3)
(6)
Parks and playgrounds
P
(3)
(7)
Places of worship
P
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(8)
Public museums
P
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(9)
Public works, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
P
- -
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(10)
Recreation facilities
D
464
15
6.0
1.5
3.0
(11)
Schools and educational facilities
D
464
30
6.0
1.5
3.0
(12)
Wildlife and ecological conservation areas
P
(3)
(13)
Wind energy facilities (one turbine)
D
5.15
Development Standards as laid out in Section 5.15
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Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district, subject to the regulations contained in this
Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed following application
to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the development standards and other
regulations as may be required by Council and/or contained in this Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-6 and the H1 - Hamlet District:
(1)
except that no side yard shall be required where a common wall divides the two dwelling units
(2)
except for corner sites where it shall be 3.0 along the flanking street
(3)
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project proponents.
(4)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7 feet)
from the centerline of the road allowance.
(5)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the applicant's
Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
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7.7
H2 - HAMLET RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
7.7.1 Intent
The objective of the H2 - Hamlet Residential District is to provide for residential development in
the form of infilling of existing vacant land in the hamlets of Hillmond and Greenstreet.
7.7.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-7.
7.7.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in H2 - Hamlet Residential District are as follows:
7.7.4 Accessory Buildings
(1)
Accessory buildings and uses are subject to Section 5.1.
7.7.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-7.
(2)
Keeping of Animals
(a)
All animals shall be limited to domestic pets of the residents of the site and
subject to all municipal bylaws concerning animals
(b)
The use of vacant residential sites for pasture of animals is prohibited.
(c)
The keeping of any animals must be in compliance with all municipal and
provincial requirements and legislation.
7.7.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the H2 - Hamlet Residential District with
regard to Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms and
Conditions for Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted as
follows.
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(1)
Home-based Businesses
(a)
Home-based businesses are subject to Section 5.9 of this Bylaw.
(b)
No home-based business in this district shall include auto body repair or
repainting operations.
(c)
No heavy construction or industrial equipment or supplies shall be stored on any
site for a home-based business in this district.
7.7.7 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
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Table 7-7
H2 - HAMLET RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
(as amended by Bylaw 06-2023)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (3), (4)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (3), (4)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (4), (5)
Residential Uses
(1)
Single detached dwellings, Modular Dwelling, RTM Dwellings
P
464
15
6.0
1.5(2)
3.0
(2)
Semi detached dwellings
D
464
15
6.0
1.5(1)(2)
3.0
(3)
Two-unit dwellings
D
464
15
6.0
1.5(1)(2)
3.0
(4)
Secondary Suite
P
Same as principal use
(5)
Accessory Recreational Dwelling
D
Same as principal use
(6)
Manufactured Dwelling
P
3.5.2(11)
464
15
6.0
1.5(2)
3.0
Commercial Uses
(1)
Home-based businesses, minor
D
5.9
Same as principal use
Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district, subject to the regulations contained in this
Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed following application
to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the development standards and other
regulations as may be required by Council and/or contained in this Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-7 and the H2 - Hamlet Residential District:
(1)
except that no side yard shall be required where a common wall divides the two dwelling units
(2)
except for corner sites where it shall be 3.0 along the flanking street
(3)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres (147.7 feet)
from the centerline of the road allowance.
(4)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on the applicant's
Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
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7.8
C1 - COMMERCIAL/ INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
7.8.1 Intent
The objective of the C1 - Commercial/ Industrial District is to provide for general commercial and
industrial and other compatible development in specific areas, with standards for such
development.
7.8.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-8.
7.8.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in C1 - Commercial District are as follows:
7.8.4 Accessory Buildings
(1) Accessory buildings and uses, except dwelling units, shall be permitted and are subject to Section
5.1.
7.8.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-8.
7.8.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the C1 - Commercial/ Industrial District with
regard to Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms and
Conditions for Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted as
follows.
(1)
All operations shall comply with all regulations of Saskatchewan Environment and
Saskatchewan Labour which govern their operation and development.
(2)
An application for a discretionary use approval for an industrial use is subject to Section
3.5.2(4) of this bylaw.
7.8.7 Landscaping
Landscaping is subject to Section 4.14 of this Bylaw.
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7.8.8 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
7.8.9 Business Dwelling
A Business Dwelling may include a manufactured dwelling subject to section 3.7.4(12),
section 3.5.2(11) and section 3.7.4(15).
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Table 7-8
C1 - COMMERCIAL/ INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to Sections
Minimum Site Area (m2)
Minimum Site Width (m)
Minimum Front Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Minimum Side Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Minimum Rear Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Residential Uses
(1)
Business dwellings
D
3.7.4(12)
same as principal use
Commercial Uses
(1)
Agricultural implement, recreational vehicle, automobile, marine, RTM dwelling,
and modular dwellings sales and service establishments
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(2)
Agriculturally related commercial uses
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(3)
Agricultural service and contracting establishments
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(4)
Auction markets, excluding livestock auctions
P
5.12
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(5)
Autobody and paint shops
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(6)
Automotive sales and repair
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(7)
Bakeries
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(8)
Recreational Campgrounds
D
3.5.2(1)
3.7.4(7)
5.2
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(9)
Cannabis production facilities
D
3.7.4(13)
5.22
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(10)
Cannabis retail stores
D
3.7.4(14)
5.23
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(11)
Commercial recreational uses
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(12)
Commercial service establishments
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(13)
Convenience stores, with or without gas bars
P
5.7
5.8
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
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Table 7-8: C1 - COMMERCIAL/ INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum
Site Area (m2)
Minimum
Site Width
(m)
Minimum
Front Yard
(m) (1), (2)
Minimum
Side Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Minimum
Rear Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Commercial Uses (continued)
(14)
Daycare centres
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(15)
Drive-in theatres
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(16)
Gas bars
P
5.7
5.8
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(17)
Health care clinics
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(18)
Hotels
D
3.7.4(11)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(19)
Landscaping establishments
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(20)
Lumber yards, home improvement centres and building supply establishments
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(21)
Medical and dental offices
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(22)
Motels
D
3.7.4(11)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(23)
Nurseries, greenhouses and garden centres
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(24)
Offices and office buildings
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(25)
Personal service shops
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(26)
Prefabricated building component manufacturing and assembly
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(27)
Recycling and collection depots
D
3.7.4(6)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(28)
Repair shops and repair services
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(29)
Restaurants
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(30)
Retail food outlets
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(31)
Retail stores, but not including auction markets
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(32)
Service stations
P
5.6
5.8
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(33)
Storage Yards and Establishments
D
3.7.4(6)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(34)
Taxidermy and accessory tanning of hides
D
1,100
7.6
3.0
3.0
(35)
Tourist camps
D
3.5.2(1)
5.2
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(36)
Training centres
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(37)
Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
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Table 7-8: C1 - COMMERCIAL/ INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Industrial Uses
(1)
Agricultural equipment, fuel, and chemical supply establishments, but excluding
bulk fuel sales and storage
D
3.7.4(9)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(2)
Asphalt and cement plants, gravel yards, and coal yards
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(3)
Bulk fuel sales and storage
D
5.7
5.8
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(4)
Construction trades and yards
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(5)
General Industrial Uses
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(6)
Indoor and outdoor storage rental facilities
D
3.7.4(6)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(7)
Industrial service operations
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(8)
Junk and salvage yards and auto wreckers
D
5.19
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(9)
Manufacturing or processing facilities
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(10)
Transportation, trucking and freight handling establishments
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(11)
Truck stops
D
3.7.4(10)
5.13
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(12)
Warehouse, supply depot and storage establishments
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(13)
Welding and machine shops
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses
(1)
Ambulance stations
D
3.7.4(3)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(2)
Community centres/ halls
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(3)
Historical and archaeological sites
P
(3)
(4)
Municipal facilities
P
(3)
(5)
Parks and playgrounds
P
(3)
(6)
Places of worship
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(7)
Public works, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
P
- -
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
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Table 7-8: C1 - COMMERCIAL/ INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses (continued)
(8)
Recreation facilities
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(9)
Wind energy facilities (one turbine)
D
5.15
As laid out in Section 5.15
Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district, subject to the
regulations contained in this Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed
following application to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the
development standards and other regulations as may be required by Council
and/or contained in this Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-8 and the C1 - Commercial/ Industrial District:
(1)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres
(147.7 feet) from the centerline of the road allowance.
(2)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified
on the applicant's Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(3)
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project proponents.
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7.9
C2 - RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
7.9.1 Intent
The objective of the C2 - Restricted Commercial District is to provide for limited highway
commercial and other compatible development on sites that front on to major highways, with
standards for such development that will ensure compatibility with the long-term development of
such areas and that considers the visual aesthetic of the development.
7.9.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-9.
7.9.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in C2 - Restricted Commercial District are as follows:
7.9.4 Accessory Buildings
(1)
Accessory buildings and uses, except dwelling units, shall be permitted and are subject to
Section 5.1.
7.9.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-9.
7.9.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the C2 - Restricted Commercial District with
regard to Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms and
Conditions for Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted as
follows.
(1)
All operations shall comply with all regulations of Saskatchewan Environment and
Saskatchewan Labour which govern their operation and development.
(2)
An application for a discretionary use approval for an industrial use is subject to Section
3.5.2(4) of this bylaw.
7.9.7 Landscaping
Landscaping is subject to Section 4.14 of this Bylaw.
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7.9.8 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
7.9.9 Business Dwelling
A Business Dwelling may include a manufactured dwelling subject to section 3.7.4(12), section
3.5.2(11) and section 3.7.4(15).
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Table 7-9
C2 - RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to Sections
Minimum Site Area (m2)
Minimum Site Width (m)
Minimum Front Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Minimum Side Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Minimum Rear Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Residential Uses
(1)
Business dwellings
D
3.7.4(12)
same as principal use
Commercial Uses
(1)
Agricultural implement, recreational vehicle, automobile, marine, RTM dwelling,
and modular dwelling sales and service establishments
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(2)
Agriculturally related commercial uses
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(3)
Agricultural service and contracting establishments
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(4)
Autobody and paint shops
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(5)
Automotive sales and repair
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(6)
Bakeries
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(7)
Recreational Campgrounds
D
3.5.2(1)
3.7.4(7)
5.2
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(8)
Cannabis production facilities
D
3.7.4(13)
5.22
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(9)
Cannabis retail stores
D
3.7.4(14)
5.23
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(10)
Commercial recreational uses
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(11)
Commercial service establishments
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(12)
Convenience stores, with or without gas bars
P
5.7
5.8
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
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Table 7-9: C2 - RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Commercial Uses (continued)
(13)
Daycare centres
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(14)
Drive-in theatres
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(15)
Gas bars
P
5.7
5.8
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(16)
Health care clinics
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(17)
Hotels
D
3.7.4(11)
1,100
30
15
3.0
3.0
(18)
Landscaping establishments
P
1,100
30
15
3.0
3.0
(19)
Lumber yards, home improvement centres and building supply establishments
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(20)
Medical and dental offices
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(21)
Motels
D
3.7.4(11)
1,100
30
15
3.0
3.0
(22)
Nurseries, greenhouses and garden centres
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(23)
Offices and office buildings
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(24)
Personal service shops
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(25)
Recycling and collection depots
D
3.7.4(6)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(26)
Repair shops and repair services
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(27)
Restaurants
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(28)
Retail food outlets
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(29)
Retail stores, but not including auction markets
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(30)
Service stations
P
5.6
5.8
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(31)
Taxidermy and accessory tanning of hides
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(32)
Tourist camps
D
3.5.2(1)
5.2
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(33)
Training centres
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(34)
Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
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Table 7-9: C2 - RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum
Front Yard (m)
(1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Industrial Uses
(1)
Agricultural equipment, fuel, and chemical supply establishments, but excluding
bulk fuel sales and storage
D
3.7.4(9)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(2)
Asphalt and cement plants, gravel yards, and coal yards
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(3)
Bulk fuel sales and storage
D
5.7
5.8
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(4)
Construction trades and yards
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(5)
General Industrial Uses (see Use, General Industrial in Section 2
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(6)
Indoor and outdoor storage rental facilities
D
3.7.4(6)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(7)
Industrial service operations
D
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(8)
Manufacturing or processing facilities
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(9)
Transportation, trucking and freight handling establishments
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(10)
Truck stops
D
3.7.4(10)
5.13
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(11)
Warehouse, supply depot and storage establishments
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(12)
Welding and machine shops
D
3.7.4(4)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses
(1)
Ambulance stations
D
3.7.4(3)
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(2)
Community halls
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(3)
Historical and archaeological sites
P
(3)
(4)
Municipal facilities
P
(3)
(5)
Parks and playgrounds
P
(3)
(6)
Places of worship
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(7)
Public works, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(8)
Recreation facilities
P
1,100
30
7.6
3.0
3.0
(9)
Wind energy facilities (one turbine)
D
5.15
As laid out in Section 5.15
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Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district, subject to the
regulations contained in this Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed
following application to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the
development standards and other regulations as may be required by Council
and/or contained in this Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-9 and the C2 - Restricted Commercial District:
(1)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres
(147.7 feet) from the centerline of the road allowance.
(2)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified
on the applicant's Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(3)
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project proponents.
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7.10 M1 - INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
7.10.1 Intent
The objective of the M1 - Industrial District is to provide for industrial and other compatible
development in specific areas, with standards for such development.
7.10.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-10.
7.10.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in M1 - Industrial District are as follows:
7.10.4 Accessory Buildings
(1)
Accessory buildings and uses, except dwelling units, shall be permitted and are subject to
Section 5.1.
7.10.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-10.
7.10.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
Council will consider discretionary use applications in the M1 - Industrial District with regard to
Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms and Conditions for
Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted as follows.
(1)
All operations shall comply with all regulations of Saskatchewan Environment and
Saskatchewan Labour which govern their operation and development.
(2)
An application for a discretionary use approval for an industrial use is subject to Section
3.5.2(4) of this bylaw.
7.10.7 Landscaping
Landscaping is subject to Section 4.14 of this Bylaw.
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7.10.8 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
7.10.9 Business Dwelling
A Business Dwelling may include a manufactured dwelling subject to section 3.7.4(12), section
3.5.2(11) and section 3.7.4(15).
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Table 7-10
M1 - INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2), (3)
Residential Uses
(1)
Business dwellings
D
3.7.4(12)
Same as principal use
Commercial and Industrial Uses
(1)
Abattoirs and meat packing plants
D
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(2)
Agricultural equipment, fuel, and chemical supply establishments, excluding bulk
fuel sales and storage
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(3)
Agricultural implement, recreational vehicle, automobile, marine, RTM dwelling,
and modular dwelling sales and service establishments
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(4)
Agricultural product processing
D
3.7.4(9)
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(5)
Agriculturally related commercial
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(6)
Agricultural service and contracting establishments
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(7)
Auto body and paint shops
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(8)
Asphalt and cements plants, gravel yards, and coal yards
D
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(9)
Auction marts, excluding livestock auction facilities
P
5.12
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(10)
Junk and salvage yards and auto wreckers
D
5.19
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(11)
Bulk fuel sales and storage
D
5.7
5.8
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(12)
Cannabis production facilities
D
3.7.4(13)
1,115
3
3
(13)
Construction yards
P
3.7.4(4)
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(14)
Convenience stores
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(15)
Gas bars
P
5.7
5.8
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(16)
General industrial uses
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
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Table 7-10: M1 - INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to Sections
Minimum Site Area
(m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side Yard
(m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear Yard
(m) (1), (2)
Commercial and Industrial Uses (continued)
(17)
Grain Elevators
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(18)
Grain storage, milling, cleaning and/or drying facilities
D
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(19)
Indoor storage rental facilities
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(20)
Landscaping establishments
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(21)
Lumber yards, home improvement centres and building supply stores
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(22)
Livestock auction facilities
D
3.7.4(2)
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(23)
Manufacturing and processing facilities
P
3.7.4(4)
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(24)
Mineral resource processing
D
3.7.4(1)
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(25)
Nurseries, greenhouses and garden centres
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(26)
Petroleum products storage and wholesale
D
5.8
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(27)
Prefabricated building component manufacturing and assembly
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(28)
Petroleum exploration, extraction and related facilities, including oil & gas wells
P
5.18
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(29)
Petroleum related commercial uses
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(30)
Processing facilities for petroleum and petroleum derivatives
D
5.18
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(31)
Railway freight yards
D
3.7.4(4)
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(32)
Secondary industrial activity related to oil and gas facilities, such as electrical
generating plants and green houses
D
1,115
90
30
3
3
(33)
Storage Yards and Establishments
D
3.7.4(6)
(34)
Repair shops and repair services
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(35)
Restaurants
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(36)
Retail food outlets
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(37)
Service stations
P
5.6
5.8
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(38)
Stockyards
D
3.7.4(2)
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(39)
Taxidermy and accessory tanning of hides
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
Table 7-10: M1 - INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (continued)
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to Sections
Minimum Site Area
(m2)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side Yard
(m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear Yard
(m) (1), (2)
Commercial and Industrial Uses (continued)
(40)
Transloading facilities for oil and gas resources, other natural resources, and
agricultural products
P
5.17
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(41)
Transportation, trucking and freight handling establishments
D
3.7.4(4)
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(42)
Truck stops
D
3.7.4(10)
5.13
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(43)
Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(44)
Warehouse, supply depots, storage yards and establishments
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
(45)
Welding and machine shops
P
1,115
30
7.5
3
3
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses
(1)
Historical and archaeological sites
P
(4)
(2)
Municipal facilities
P
(4)
(3)
Parks
P
(4)
(4)
Public works, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
P
(4)
(5)
Wind energy facilities (one turbine)
D
5.15
As laid out in Section 5.15
Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
A use of land or buildings or form of development that is prescribed as a use in the zoning
district that is allowed on a site, subject to the regulations contained in this Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed following
application to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the development
standards and other regulations as may be required by Council and/or contained in
this Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-10 and the M1 - Industrial District:
(1)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45
(147.7 feet) metres from the centerline of the road allowance.
(2)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 metres) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as
specified on the applicant's Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
(3)
where rear yard abuts a railway or a railway reserve no rear yard is required
(4)
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project proponents.
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7.11 CON - CONSERVATION DISTRICT
7.11.1 Intent
The objective of the CON - Conservation District is to accommodate uses, consistent with the
environmental management policies of the Official Community Plan, in order to encourage the
retention of wetlands and avoid development on hazard lands.
7.11.2 Permitted and Discretionary Uses and Development Standards
The permitted and discretionary uses and applicable development standards are laid out in Table
7-11
7.11.3 Prohibited Uses
Uses prohibited in CON - Conservation District are as follows:
7.11.4 Accessory Buildings
(1)
Accessory buildings and uses, except dwelling units, shall be permitted and are subject to
Section 5.1.
7.11.5 Regulations
(1)
Site Requirements
The minimum and maximum site size and yard requirements are shown in Table 7-11 or
at the discretion of Council, based on appropriate recommendation from project
proponents.
7.11.6 Standards for Discretionary Uses
(1) Council will consider discretionary use applications in the CON - Conservation District with regard
to Section 3.7.2 Discretionary use Evaluation Criteria and Section 3.7.3 Terms and Conditions for
Discretionary Use Approvals as well as additional development standards noted as follows.
(2)
All operations shall comply with all regulations of Saskatchewan Environment and
Saskatchewan Labour which govern their operation and development
7.11.7 Outside Storage
Outside storage, including garbage storage, is subject to Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
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Table 7-11
CON - CONSERVATION DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Use
Development Standards
Permitted or
Discretionary
Subject to
Sections
Minimum Site
Area (ha)
Maximum Site
Area (ha)
Minimum Site
Width (m)
Minimum Front
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Side
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Minimum Rear
Yard (m) (1), (2)
Municipal, Recreational, Institutional and Other Uses
(1)
Wildlife and waterfowl habitat and conservation projects
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(2)
Water drainage and irrigation projects
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(3)
Effluent irrigation projects
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(4)
Public utilities
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(5)
Nature trails and lookout sites
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(6)
Passive recreation activities and uses
P
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(7)
Recreational Campgrounds
D
3.5.2(1)
3.7.4(7)
5.2
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(8)
Accessory uses, buildings, or structures secondary to and located on the
same site as a principal use
P
5.1
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
(9)
Wind energy facilities
D
5.15
As laid out in Section 5.15
Use Designations:
(P) - Permitted Use
Means a use or form of development allowed as of right in a zoning district, subject to the
regulations contained in this Bylaw.
(D) - Discretionary Use
A use or form of development specified in this Bylaw, which may be allowed following
application to, and approval by Council; and which complies with the development
standards and other regulations as may be required by Council and/or contained in this
Bylaw.
Special limitation and standards regarding Table 7-11 and the CON - Conservation District:
(1)
In any yard abutting a developed or undeveloped road allowance, other than an internal subdivision road or a provincial highway, all buildings and structures must be set back a minimum of 45 metres
(147.7 feet) from the centerline of the road allowance.
(2)
In any yard abutting a provincial highway, all buildings shall be setback a minimum of 60 metres (196.9 feet) from the centerline of the provincial highway or a greater or lesser distance as specified on
the applicant's Ministry of Highways Roadside Development Permit.
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8 REQUIRED SEPARATION DISTANCES BETWEEN
USES
Table 8-1:
Separation Distances
Between Uses
(in metres)
Municipal Wells
Residential *
Recreational
Development
(campground, ski hill,
festival site, etc) (4)
Intensive Agriculture (6)
Single Parcel CR(1)
Multi-parcel CR,
Organized Hamlet,
Hamlet, or Urban
Municipality(2)(5)
Tourist
Accommodation (3)
Urban Municipality
- -
- -
2000
- -
- -
- -
Intensive
Livestock
Operation (7)
300 - 499 A.U.
1,600
300
800
300
300
- -
500 - 1,000 A.U.
1,600
800
1,200
800
800
- -
> 1,000 A.U.
1,600
1,200
1,600
1,200
1,200
- -
Airport / Airstrip (8)
- -
- -
800
- -
- -
- -
Gravel Pit
- -
200
457
200
- -
- -
Waste Mgmt.
(9)
Solid
1,600
457
457
457
457
457
Liquid
1,600
457
457
457
457
457
Anhydrous (10)
Non-refrigerated
- -
305
305
305
305
- -
Refrigerated
- -
600
600
600
600
- -
Hazardous Industrial (11)
1,600
1,000
2,400
1,000
1,000
- -
Industrial (12)
- -
305
810
- -
- -
- -
Distances are measured as follows: between closest point of nearest:
(1)
Single residential building...
(2)
Multi-lot residential building site...
(3)
Tourist accommodation facility...
(4)
Recreational site...
(5)
Municipal boundary...
(6)
Intensive agricultural site...
(7)
ILO facility...
(8)
Airport / airstrip facility...
(9)
Waste management facility or lagoon...
(10)
Anhydrous ammonia storage facility...
(11)
Hazardous Industrial site...
(12)
Industrial site...
*
All residences existing as of the adoption date of this bylaw are exempt from the separation distances required in Table 7-1. Any existing
residences exempt from these separation distances, and which are damaged or destroyed by an occurrence such as wind, tornado or fire
not intentionally started by the owner, may be rebuilt at the existing location, provided that any provincial approval that may be required
has been obtained.
**
Council may reduce the prescribed distances contained in Table 8-1 where:
(i)
the land being separated is located in another Rural Municipality;
(ii)
the Council of the other affected Rural Municipality is consulted prior to approval of the proposed development; and
... to the nearest residential building, corporate limit, ILO, airport
or airstrip, gravel pit, anhydrous ammonia storage facility, waste
management facility, or to the site lines for other uses.
(iii)
appropriate fencing, screening, landscaping, berming, building and site orientation, road upgrading or other similar
measures are provided to mitigate potential land use conflicts.
*** Distances measured between livestock facilities and building development shall mean the distance between the closest points on the
outside wall of the livestock facility and the closest building development. For the purposes of meaning distance, building development
shall refer to the outside wall of the closest primary structure that meets the definition of "building development", whether or not that
structure is a stand-alone structure or is found within a residential subdivision, hamlet, village or town.
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