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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF
GLEN MCPHERSON No. 46
Bylaw No. 05-2025
Zoning Bylaw
RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF GLEN
MCPHERSON No. 46
ZONING BYLAW
SCHEDULE "A" TO BYLAW No. 05-2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1
1.1
Title
1
1.2
Purpose
1
1.3
Scope
1
1.4
Severability
1
1.5
Organization of this Bylaw
1
2.0 ADMINISTRATION
2
2.1
Development Officer & Council
2
2.2
Development Permits
2
2.3
Development Not Requiring a Development Permit
3
2.4
Development Application Requirements
4
2.5
Development Application Procedures
4
2.6
Development Application Evaluation Criteria
9
2.7
Minor Variances
9
2.8
Development Appeals
9
2.9
Development Application Fees
10
2.10
Non-Conforming Uses, Buildings, & Sites
10
2.11
Permits, Licenses, & Compliance with Other Bylaws
10
2.12
Bylaw Enforcement, Offences, & Penalties
11
2.13
Restoration to a Safe Condition
11
2.14
Municipal Agreements
11
3.0 GENERAL REGULATIONS
13
3.1
Prohibited & Noxious Uses
13
3.2
Uses Permitted in All Zoning Districts
13
3.3
Principal Buildings, Structures, & Uses
13
3.4
Accessory Buildings, Structures, & Uses
13
3.5
Building Heights
14
3.6
Signs, Billboards, & Lighting
14
3.7
Parking, Loading, & Heavy Hauling
15
3.8
Outdoor Storage
16
3.9
Storage & Handling of Hazardous Materials
16
3.10
Fences, Hedges & Shelterbelts
17
3.11
Landscaping
17
3.12
Site Grading, Levelling, & Drainage
17
3.13
Hazardous or Environmentally Sensitive Lands
18
3.14
Development in Proximity to Provincial Highways
19
3.15
Development in Proximity to Pipelines & Transmission Lines
19
3.16
Heritage & Archaeological Resource Management
20
4.0 REGULATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES
21
4.1
Intensive Livestock Operations
21
4.2
Resource Exploration and Development Operations
23
4.3
Farm & Home-Based Businesses
24
4.4
Secondary Dwelling Units
25
4.5
Mobile, Ready-to-Move (RTM), & Modular Housing
25
4.6
Commercial & Industrial Development
26
4.7
Campground & Recreation Vehicle (RV) Parks
26
4.8
Cannabis
27
4.9
Solar Energy
27
4.10
Wind Energy
28
4.11
Shipping Containers
28
4.12
Communication Towers
29
4.13
Private Airstrips
29
4.14
Public Utilities & Municipal Facilities
30
4.15
Solid & Liquid Waste Disposal Facilities
30
4.16
Keeping of Animals
30
5.0 ZONING DISTRICTS
32
5.1
Classification & Intent of Zoning Districts
32
5.2
The Zoning District Map
33
5.3
Boundaries of Zoning Districts
33
5.4
Zoning District Schedules
33
5.5
Site Size Adjustments
33
6.0
AGRICULTURAL RESOURCE (AR)
34
7.0
RURAL RESIDENTIAL (RR)
37
8.0
COMMERCIAL-INDUSTRIAL (M1)
39
9.0
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION (EC)
41
EXHIBIT A: DEFINITIONS
EXHIBIT B: ZONING DISTRICT MAP
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Under the authority provided by The Planning and Development Act, 2007 (The Act), the Council
of the R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46 in the Province of Saskatchewan, in open meeting
hereby enacts as follows:
1.1
TITLE
This Bylaw No. 05-2025 shall be known and may be cited as the Zoning Bylaw of the R.M. of
Glen McPherson No. 46.
1.2
PURPOSE
The purpose of this Bylaw is to regulate land use and development within the R.M. in
accordance with the R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46 Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 04-2025
(OCP).
1.3
SCOPE
Development shall be permitted within the limits of the R.M. only when in conformity with
the provisions of this Bylaw subject to the right of appeal provisions of The Act.
1.4
SEVERABILITY
A decision of a Court that one or more of the provisions of this Bylaw are invalid in whole or
in part does not affect the validity, effectiveness or enforceability of other provisions or parts
of the provisions of this Bylaw.
1.5
ORGANIZATION OF THIS ZONING BYLAW
1.5.1
Administration
The application requirements, processes, and evaluation criteria for all types of development
applications are contained in Section 2.0.
1.5.2
Regulations
General regulations that apply to all forms of development are contained in Section 3.0
while additional regulations that apply to specific uses are contained in Section 4.0.
1.5.3
The Zoning District Schedules and Map
The Zoning District Schedules and Map (Exhibit "B") are explained in Section 5.0.
1.5.4
Definitions
The definitions contained in Exhibit "A" shall apply to both this Bylaw and the OCP.
1.5.5
Interpretation
Where any provision of this Bylaw appears unclear, Council shall make the final Bylaw
interpretation.
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2.0 ADMINISTRATION
This section outlines the procedures and tools for administering the Zoning Bylaw.
2.1
DEVELOPMENT OFFICER & COUNCIL
2.1.1
Development Officer
The Administrator of the R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46 shall be the Development Officer
responsible for the administration of this Bylaw. The Development Officer shall:
(a) Receive, record, and review development permit applications.
(b) Issue a decision on development permits for permitted uses.
(c) Assist Council with issuing a decision on discretionary uses, zoning amendments, OCP
amendments, and development and servicing agreements.
(d) Administer any Public Notification process as required by this Bylaw.
(e) Collect development application fees according to the fee schedule established in this
Bylaw or any other Bylaw adopted by the R.M.
(f) Maintain for inspection by the public during regular office hours, a copy of this Bylaw,
the Zoning District Map, and any amendments.
(g) Perform other duties as determined by Council.
2.1.2
Council
The R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46 Council shall:
(a) Issue a decision on discretionary uses, zoning amendments, OCP amendments, and
development and servicing agreements in accordance with The Act, the OCP, and this
Bylaw.
(b) Make a recommendation on all subdivision application referrals received from the
Saskatchewan Ministry of Government Relations prior to a decision being made by the
Minister.
2.2
DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
2.2.1 No person shall commence a new use or undertake development, including repairs and
renovations involving structural alterations, without first obtaining a development permit,
unless exempt under Section 2.3.
2.2.2 A development permit shall not be issued for any structure or use in contravention of any
provisions of this Bylaw or the OCP, except as provided in an appeal pursuant to The Act.
2.2.3 Development Permit Validity
A development permit is valid for a period of 24 months. This period may be extended by
the Development Officer before the development permit expires for an additional 12
months if requested in writing by the permit holder. A development permit shall be
considered void if:
(a) The use is not commenced while the development permit is valid;
(b) A building permit, if required, is not obtained while the development permit is valid; or
(c) The building permit expires while the development permit is no longer valid.
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2.2.4
Development Permit for a Temporary Use
The Development Officer may issue a development permit for a temporary use, with
specified conditions for a specified period of time, not exceeding 12 months, to
accommodate developments that are temporary or seasonal for events or other temporary
uses deemed appropriate by the Development Officer, subject to the following regulations:
(a) Where a development permit for a temporary use has expired, the permit may be
renewed at the discretion of the Development Officer.
(b) A permit for a temporary use may not be renewed more than once in a two (2) year
period.
(c) Upon expiration of the period for which the temporary use was approved, the use shall
be discontinued, and all temporary structures removed.
(d) A temporary use must meet all other requirements of this Bylaw.
2.2.5 Buildings to be Moved
No building shall be moved within or into the R.M. without the issuance of a development
permit, unless exempt under Section 2.3.
2.2.6 Demolition of Buildings
No building or structure shall be demolished within the R.M. without the issuance of a
demolition permit in accordance with the R.M.'s Building Bylaw.
2.2.7
Building Permit
A building permit shall not be issued unless a development permit, where required, has also
been issued in accordance with the R.M.'s Building Bylaw. Applications for a development
permit and building permit may be reviewed concurrently.
2.3
DEVELOPMENT NOT REQUIRING A DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
2.3.1
A development permit is not required for the following, but all other applicable provisions of
this Bylaw shall apply:
(a) The maintenance or construction of a public work by the R.M. or public utility;
(b) Maintenance and repairs that do not include structural alterations;
(c) General agricultural practices in the Agricultural-Resource (AR) Zoning District as
described in Section 6.1.1(a)i of this Bylaw.
(d) Accessory farm buildings, structures, and uses in the Agricultural-Resource (AR) Zoning
District, excluding dwellings, but Section 3.4 shall still apply;
(e) Accessory buildings and structures in any Zoning District other than Agricultural-
Resource (AR) that are under 9.3 m² (100 ft²) in area, but Section 3.4 shall still apply;
(f) The erection of any sign, excluding Billboard Signs, unless otherwise required by this
Bylaw, but Section 3.6 shall still apply;
(g) The erection of any fence or stand-alone wall (retaining wall, screen, etc.), but Section
3.10 shall still apply;
(h) The planting of any trees, shrubs, or landscaping, but Section 3.11 shall still apply; and
(i)
A temporary building where the sole purpose is incidental to the construction or
alteration of a building.
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2.4
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
2.4.1
The requirements included in this Section apply to applications for development permits for
permitted uses and discretionary uses as well as zoning and OCP amendments.
2.4.2
Any development application shall be submitted with the required fees to the Development
Officer and shall include the following information:
(a) The names and contact information of the applicant, the property owner, and the
person who prepared the application and/or supporting material.
(b) The legal description of the subject property (1/4 section or lot, block, plan).
(c) A description of the proposed development or use on the subject property.
(d) A Site Plan that should include:
i.
A north arrow, the subject site property boundaries and dimensions, and all
adjacent properties and public roads.
ii.
The location of any existing buildings, structures, utility poles, underground
utilities, easements, and trees.
iii.
The location and size of proposed buildings or structures, including all front, side
and rear yard setback dimensions.
iv.
The location of any entrances or exterior doorways, walkways, and pedestrian
circulation areas;
v.
The location and size of all proposed parking spaces, driveways, vehicle
circulation areas, and loading spaces; and
vi.
The location and size of any proposed signs.
(e) Any other required information, supporting studies, or a concept plan as determined to
by the Development Officer or Council in accordance with this Bylaw and the OCP.
2.4.3
Development Application Fees
Development application fees for development permits for permitted uses and discretionary
uses, zoning amendments, OCP amendments, and other types of applications are outlined in
Section 2.9 of this Bylaw.
2.5
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION PROCEDURES
2.5.1
General Development Application Procedures
The following procedures apply to all development permit applications and planning bylaw
amendments in addition to those listed for specific applications in Section 2.5.2 to 2.5.4:
(a) Upon receiving the development application, the Development Officer will examine the
application for compliance with the OCP and this Bylaw, including the evaluation criteria
in Section 2.6, and any other applicable policies, regulations, and standards.
(b) Prior to making a decision or conducting public notice and referring the application to
Council, the Development Officer may circulate the application to any government
agencies, neighbouring municipalities, interested groups, or engineering, legal, or other
professionals for consideration and for comment.
(c) The applicant shall be notified in writing of the decision on their application and shall be
advised of their right to appeal in accordance with this Bylaw and The Act.
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2.5.2
Permitted Use Application Procedures (approved by the Development Officer)
In addition to the general development application procedures in Section 2.5.1, the following
procedures apply to all development permit applications for permitted uses:
(a) If a person applies for a development permit for a development or use that is permitted
in its Zoning District and conforms to all provisions of this Bylaw and the OCP, then the
Development Officer shall issue a development permit.
(b) Performance standards, development standards, or conditions may be applied that are
consistent with standards or conditions of this Bylaw in accordance with The Act (s. 62(4))
to ensure the development or use satisfies the development application evaluation
criteria in Section 2.6.
2.5.3
Discretionary Use Application Procedures (approved by Council)
In addition to the general development application procedures in Section 2.5.1, the following
procedures apply to all development permit applications for discretionary uses:
(a) If a person applies for a development permit for a development or use that is listed as a
discretionary use in its Zoning District, then the Development Officer shall give public
notice of the application in accordance with The Act (s. 55).
(b) The Public Notice shall be distributed to the assessed owners of property within a
minimum 300 metres of the site of the application and shall indicate the date of the
Council meeting at which the discretionary use application will be considered.
(c) The Development Officer shall prepare a report for Council concerning the discretionary
use application that may contain recommendations for conditions of approval to be
applied in accordance with The Act (s. 56(3) & 62(3)) to ensure the development or use
satisfies the development application evaluation criteria in Section 2.6.
(d) Council shall consider the application together with the Development Officer's report
and any written or verbal submissions received from the public before issuing a
decision by Council resolution to:
i.
Approve the discretionary use application as is;
ii.
Approve the discretionary use application with performance standards,
development standards, or conditions in accordance with The Act (s. 56(3)) to
ensure the development or use satisfies the development application evaluation
criteria in Section 2.6; or
iii.
Reject the discretionary use application.
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FIGURE 1. DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESS
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2.5.4
Planning Bylaw Amendment Application Procedures (approved by Council)
In additional to the general procedures in Section 2.5.1, the following procedures apply to all
applications for Zoning Bylaw and OCP amendments:
(a) If a person applies for an OCP amendment or zoning amendment (including a rezoning
of their property), Council may decide to consider the application by passing a
resolution authorizing the Development Officer to proceed with preparing draft bylaws
and public notices, and to authorize the date and time for a required public hearing. If
Council decides not to agree to consider the amendment or rezoning, then the applicant
shall be notified in writing of the decision.
(b) Council shall give the bylaws first reading only and shall publish a public notice of its
intent to amend the OCP or Zoning Bylaw, once a week for two consecutive weeks in
accordance with The Act (s. 207). The first advertisement must be at least two weeks
before the date of the second public hearing.
(c) The public hearing shall be held before the second reading by Council. The hearing may
be held during a Council meeting, but Council must resolve to suspend the meeting for
the hearing. The hearing may be closed once all representations are heard and all
written submissions are accepted. Following the public hearing, Council may decide to
either:
i.
Alter the bylaw to address concerns or objections;
ii.
Approve the bylaw amendment as is; or
iii.
Refuse the application by withdrawing the Bylaw.
(d) If approved, the Development Officer shall send a copy of the OCP or Zoning Bylaw
amendment to the Ministry of Government Relations for review. Any OCP or Zoning
Bylaw amendment requires Ministerial Approval before it can come into effect.
(e) If an application requires both an OCP and Zoning Bylaw amendment, then separate
bylaw amendments are needed, but they may be prepared and reviewed in conjunction.
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FIGURE 2. PLANNING BYLAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION PROCESS
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2.6
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION EVALUATION CRITERIA
2.6.1
When evaluating applications for development permits for permitted uses and discretionary
uses, as well as zoning amendments and OCP amendments, the Development Officer and
Council shall consider whether such proposals:
(a) Conform with all relevant provisions of the OCP, this Bylaw, and any other applicable
policies and regulations;
(b) Are viable and marketable and create no undue burden on R.M. finances.
(c) Are suitable for the proposed site and do not pose a threat to the natural environment;
(d) Provide and maintain adequate on-site landscaping, parking areas, and waste
receptacles for the proposed use;
(e) Provide sufficient and safe vehicular access to the site, and efficient on-site circulation;
(f) Are compatible with neighbouring properties and overall R.M. land use patterns and
development intensity;
(g) Provide screening, buffering, or fencing if required;
(h) Are not detrimental to the health, safety, convenience, and general welfare of R.M.
residents and visitors;
(i)
Can be economically serviced including roadways, water and sewer, solid waste
disposal, parks, schools, community facilities, and utilities;
(j)
Can be suitably drained in accordance with Section 3.12 of this Bylaw.
2.7
MINOR VARIANCES
2.7.1
The Development Officer may grant a minor variance of up to 10% of any minimum yard
setback or minimum distance between buildings or structures for either a permitted or
discretionary use as specified by this Bylaw.
2.7.2
Applications for a minor variance shall be made to the Development Officer, who shall
review the application and issue a decision in accordance with The Act (s. 60).
2.7.3
The Development Officer shall maintain a registry of all minor variance applications.
2.7.4
Minor variance application fees are outlined in Section 2.9 of this Bylaw.
2.8
DEVELOPMENT APPEALS
2.8.1
The Development Appeals Board (DAB) has the authority under The Act (s. 219) to allow
variances to the standards of this Bylaw, including standards and conditions specified for a
permitted or discretionary use.
2.8.2
A person who wishes to make an appeal to the DAB shall do so in writing to the
Development Officer within 30 days of the date of issuance or refusal of a development
permit application.
2.8.3
The DAB does not have the authority to vary and will not hear appeals based on a decision
by the Development Officer or Council to:
(a) Refuse a use or intensity of use not permitted in a Zoning District.
(b) Refuse a discretionary use or intensity of a discretionary use.
(c) Refuse a rezoning of the person's land.
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2.8.4
A decision by the DAB may be appealed to the Saskatchewan Municipal Board in accordance
with The Act (s. 226).
2.8.5
Development appeal application fees are outlined in Section 2.9 of this Bylaw.
2.9
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FEES
2.9.1
The applicant of a development application shall pay a fee according to the following
schedule:
(a) Development Permit:
i.
Permitted Use:
$100
ii.
Discretionary Use:
$150
(b) Zoning or OCP Amendment:
$300
(c) Development Appeal:
$200
(d) Minor Variance:
$50
2.9.2
Costs of Advertising
In addition to the above fees schedule, the applicant shall be responsible for the costs of any
required public notice or advertising in accordance with this Bylaw and The Act.
2.9.3
Municipal Agreements
Applicants may be subject to additional fees, levies, and securities in accordance with
Section 2.14 of this Bylaw and The Act.
2.10 NON-CONFORMING USES, BUILDINGS, & SITES
2.10.1 Any use of land, building, structure, or site lawfully existing at the time of passing of this
Bylaw that is rendered non-conforming by the enactment of this Bylaw or any subsequent
amendments, may be continued, transferred, or sold in accordance with the provisions of
The Act (s. 88 to 93).
2.10.2 A legally nonconforming use shall not be increased in intensity, area, or volume within a
building, or on the site it occupies.
2.10.3 A legally nonconforming building pursuant to Section 2.10.1 may be increased in area or
size, reconstructed, repaired or renovated provided that:
(a) The element of nonconformity is not increased; and
(b) All other applicable provisions of this Zoning Bylaw are satisfied.
2.11 PERMITS, LICENSES, & COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER BYLAWS
2.11.1 In the event of a conflict between this Bylaw and the OCP, the provisions of the OCP shall
prevail.
2.11.2 Nothing in this Bylaw shall exempt any person from complying with any other federal,
provincial, or municipal requirement. Developers are responsible for obtaining all applicable
federal and provincial approvals.
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2.11.3 Where the requirements of this Bylaw conflict with those of any other federal, provincial, or
municipal requirement, the more stringent requirement shall apply.
2.12 BYLAW ENFORCEMENT, OFFENCES, & PENALTIES
2.12.2 Pursuant to The Act (s. 242-245), the Development Officer may issue a stop order for
development that contravenes this Bylaw or the standards and conditions specified in a
development permit in order to achieve compliance.
2.12.3 Any person who violates this Bylaw is guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction
to the penalties set forth in The Act.
2.12.3 Errors and / or omissions by the Development Officer or someone acting under their
direction while administering this Bylaw do not relieve any person from liability for failure to
comply with the provisions of this Bylaw.
2.13 RESTORATION TO A SAFE CONDITION
2.13.1 Nothing in this Bylaw shall prevent the strengthening, or the restoration to a safe condition,
of any building or structure, provided such strengthening or restoration will not increase the
height, area or volume so as to contravene the provisions of this Bylaw.
2.13.2 Repairs, renovations, and restorations shall be subject to development permit requirements
if the building use, size, or setbacks are proposed to change.
2.14 MUNICIPAL AGREEMENTS
2.14.1 Servicing Agreements
Where a development proposal involves subdivision, the R.M. may require the applicant to
enter into a servicing agreement to ensure appropriate servicing. In accordance with The Act,
the agreement may provide for:
(a) The undertaking to install or construct of storm sewers, sanitary sewers, drains, water
mains and laterals, hydrants, sidewalks, boulevards, curbs, gutters, street lights, graded,
graveled or paved streets and lanes, connections to existing services, area grading and
levelling of land, street name plates, connecting and boundary streets, landscaping of
parks and boulevards, public recreation facilities, or other works that Council may
require, including both on-site and off-site servicing;
(b) The payment of levies and charges, in whole or in part, for the capital cost of providing,
altering, expanding or upgrading those services listed in Section 2.14.2(a) above that
directly or indirectly serve the proposed subdivision.
(c) Time limits for the completion of any work or the payment of any fees specified in the
agreement;
(d) Provisions for the applicant and the R.M. to share the costs of any work specified in the
agreement; and
(e) Any assurances as to performance that Council may consider necessary.
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2.14.2 Development Levy Agreements
Where a development requiring a Development Permit is proposed in the absence of
subdivision that results in additional capital costs incurred by the R.M. and Council has a
passed a Development Levy Bylaw in accordance with The Act, the R.M. may require the
applicant to enter into a Development Levy Agreement and pay any applicable levies in
accordance with that Bylaw.
2.14.3 Performance Security
As a condition of a Development Permit, Council may require the applicant to post and
maintain a Performance Security, which may be a performance bond or letter of credit, to
ensure that the development is constructed and completed in accordance with the time
frames and development standards required in the approval.
2.14.4 Liability Insurance
As a condition of a Development Permit, Council may require the applicant to provide and
maintain liability insurance to protect municipal and public interests.
2.14.5 Interest Registration
Council may require Development Levy Agreements, Servicing Agreements and other
documents to be registered or caveated against affected lands, to protect municipal and
public interests. The cost of the registration of an interest or caveat will be the responsibility
of the applicant.
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3.0 GENERAL REGULATIONS
This section contains regulations that shall apply in all Zoning Districts unless the section
specifies a particular Zoning District.
3.1
PROHIBITED & NOXIOUS USES
3.1.1
Any land use that is not listed as either a permitted, discretionary, or accessory use in its
current Zoning District shall be prohibited.
3.1.2
No land shall be used for any purpose that is noxious without appropriate mitigation
measures that ensure the health and well-being of people and the environment are
protected.
3.2
USES PERMITTED IN ALL ZONING DISTRICTS
3.2.1
Nothing in this Bylaw shall prevent the use of any land for:
(a) A public street or public park; and/or
(b) Municipal facilities and public utilities, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites.
3.2.3
Nothing in this Bylaw shall prevent the erection of any properly authorized traffic sign or
signal, or any sign or notice of any local or other government department or authority.
3.3
PRINCIPAL BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES, & USES
3.3.1
Only one principal building or use shall be permitted on any one site, except the following in
accordance with all other applicable provisions of this Bylaw:
(a) Public utilities and municipal facilities;
(b) Mineral and Aggregate resource operations;
(c) Institutional uses;
(d) Recreational uses;
(e) Agricultural uses; or
(f) Communal settlements.
3.3.2
Notwithstanding Section 3.3.1 above, Council may, at its discretion, issue a development
permit for additional principal buildings or uses on a site should a valid reason be present.
3.3.3
In any Zoning District, the principal use of the land must be established prior to the
establishment of any accessory buildings, structures, or uses, unless provided for elsewhere
in this Bylaw.
3.4
ACCESSORY BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES, & USES
3.4.1
Accessory buildings shall be subordinate to, used in conjunction with, and located on the
same site as the principal building or use. A development permit shall be required if in the
opinion of the Development Officer or Council, a building, structure, or use is or grows to be
too large or intensive to be considered accessory.
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3.4.2
Subject to all other requirements of this Bylaw, an accessory building, structure, or use is
permitted in any Zoning District when accessory to an established principal permitted or
discretionary use.
3.4.3
No accessory building or structure shall be used as a dwelling, unless otherwise specified in
this Bylaw.
3.4.4
In any Zoning District, there is no maximum number of accessory buildings per site provided
that all regulations and standards are met.
3.4.5
Private garages, carports, and other accessory buildings attached to a principal building by a
substantial roof structure shall be considered as part of the principal building.
3.4.6
Minimum Setbacks in All Zoning Districts:
Accessory buildings or structures shall be subject to the same minimum setbacks as the
principal building, structure, or use.
3.5
BUILDING HEIGHTS
3.5.1
How to Measure
Building height shall be measured from average grade level to the highest point of the roof
structure exclusive of any chimney, antenna, satellite dish, solar panel, or any other similar
protrusions that are separate from the roof structure.
3.5.2
In the Rural Residential (RR) Zoning District:
Unless otherwise specified by this Bylaw, the maximum building height shall be 9.0 metres
(29.5 ft) for principal uses and 6.0 metres (19.7 ft) for accessory uses. Taller buildings may be
considered by resolution of Council (discretionary use approval).
3.5.3
In the Agricultural-Resource (AR) & Commercial-Industrial (M1) Zoning Districts:
Unless otherwise specified by this Bylaw, the maximum building height for principal and
accessory uses shall be 11.0 metres (36.1 ft). Taller buildings may be considered by
resolution of Council (discretionary use approval).
3.5.4
Exceptions
Grain bins and elevators, wind turbines, telecommunication towers, and other similar
structures may exceed the maximum height requirements in Section 3.5 provided they
comply with all other provisions of this Bylaw.
3.6
SIGNS, BILLBOARDS, & LIGHTING
3.6.1
Highway Signs
Signs located in a highway sign corridor shall be regulated entirely by the requirements of
The Provincial Highway Sign Control Regulations, 2012 or amendments thereto.
3.6.2
General Sign Regulations
All other signs and billboards other than those referred to in Section 3.6.1, shall be subject
to the following regulations:
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(a) A sign may only advertise agricultural commercial uses, farm or home-based
businesses, the principal use of a site, or the principal products offered for sale on the
premises.
(b) The following signs shall be permitted provided that the signage is appropriate in scale,
design, placement, and does not cause any safety concerns:
i.
Government signs, directional signs, and other signs that bear no advertising
including traffic control, no trespassing, hunting restrictions and similar signs.
ii.
Memorial signs, plaques, or other commemorative signs or monuments.
iii.
Elections signs, real estate signs, and other temporary signs providing
information on a specific property provided that the temporary condition still
exists.
(c) No sign shall project beyond the property lines of the site to which it pertains.
(d) No sign shall be located in any manner that may, in the opinion of Council, visually
obstruct or jeopardize public safety.
(e) No intermittent flashing signs shall be permitted in any zoning district.
(f) Signs with any neon, LED, or similar lighting shall be designed to cast light downwards
and located appropriately to prevent from visually obstructing drivers and jeopardizing
public safety.
3.6.3
Signs for Farm or Home-Based Businesses or Other Similar Uses
An approved home-based business, daycare, bed and breakfast operation, or other similar
uses may display one (1) fascia sign, not exceeding 1.5 m² (16.1 ft²) in area, that shall not be
illuminated and shall be affixed to the principal building or located as close to the dwelling
as possible.
3.6.4
Signs for Institutional, Recreational, Commercial, or Industrial Development
A maximum of 2 advertising signs are permitted on any site or quarter section and each sign
shall be no larger than 3.5 m2 (37.7 ft²) and no higher than 6.0 metres in total height. Larger
or taller signs may be considered by resolution of Council (discretionary use approval).
3.6.5
Billboard Signs
Billboard signs advertising a business, service, or product not affiliated with the property for
which it is located, shall require discretionary use approval by Council.
3.6.6
Lighting
On site lighting shall be located, orientated, and shielded to avoid negatively affecting
adjacent properties or producing unnecessary light pollution.
3.7
PARKING & LOADING & HEAVY HAULING
3.7.1
All required parking lots, parking spaces, and loading spaces shall be surfaced in a suitable
material that can be used year-round.
3.7.2
Residential Parking
In all Residential Zoning Districts, one (1) parking space shall be provided per dwelling unit,
which shall be located on the same site as the dwelling unit.
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3.7.3
Commercial & Industrial Parking & Loading
(a) Sufficient on-site parking spaces shall be provided for employees, visitors, or customers
of an approved commercial or industrial use in order to avoid parking spilling onto
public roadways.
(b) Where the use of a building site involves the receipt and / or distribution of materials,
goods, or merchandise from semi-trucks or other large vehicles, a designated loading
area shall be provided that is a sufficient size so not to interfere with regular vehicular
parking or traffic on a public roadway.
3.7.4
Heavy Hauling
The R.M. may require a road maintenance agreement with developers and operators
involved in concentrated heavy hauling on municipal roads to help pay for the incremental
costs of road maintenance, construction and repair.
3.8
OUTDOOR STORAGE
3.8.1
The outdoor storage or collection of hazardous materials shall be prohibited.
3.8.2
All sites shall be well maintained and free from excessive waste and debris.
3.8.3
Any unsightly outdoor storage of machinery, vehicles, or materials shall be adequately
screened from public view from adjacent roadways and public lands by a solid fence, trees,
landscaped berm, or other suitable structure.
3.8.4
As a condition of development permit approval, the Development Officer or Council may
require outdoor storage to be screened from adjacent land uses.
3.8.5
In the Environmental Conservation (EC) Zoning District:
Outdoor storage of any kind shall be prohibited.
3.8.6
In All Other Zoning Districts:
(a) The outdoor storage or collection of goods and materials in a front yard, in the opinion
of the Development Officer, is unsafe, unsightly, or adversely affects the amenities of
the zoning district is prohibited.
(b) No goods or materials shall be stored within 6 metres (20 ft) of any site line. This area
shall be maintained to the satisfaction of the Development Officer, as a fire break.
3.9
STORAGE & HANDLING OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
3.9.1
Any proposed development involving the storage and handling of hazardous materials or
substances shall comply with all relevant provincial and federal regulations, including The
Hazardous Substances and Waste Dangerous Good Regulations, The Environmental Management
and Protection Act, The Dangerous Goods Act, and the Fire Safety Act. The R.M. shall be provided
with a copy of all required licenses, permits, and approvals.
3.9.2
The Development Officer or Council may require the applicant to submit a report prepared
by a qualified professional in accordance with the OCP (s. 5.2.6) to assess the safety of the
proposed development or use, as well as identify any required mitigation measures to
minimize the adverse impacts of the hazardous materials.
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3.9.3
The Development Officer or Council may require the applicant to submit an Emergency
Management Plan in support of the proposed development.
3.10
FENCES, HEDGES & SHELTERBELTS
3.10.1 Fences can be erected within or on a site's property lines.
3.10.2 Landowners are responsible for ensuring all fences and other landscaping features are
contained on or within their property lines.
3.10.3 Fences, hedges, shelterbelts, and other screening devices that obstruct the vision of driver's
shall not be located in a site triangle in accordance with Section 3.14.3 of this Bylaw.
3.10.4 Any proposed hedges, shelterbelts, or other significant landscape features within 90 metres
of a provincial highway right-of-way requires a permit from the Ministry of Highways and
Infrastructure (MHI) prior to development.
3.11 LANDSCAPING
3.11.1 Developers and landowners shall, wherever possible, practice landscaping strategies that:
(a) Protects native grasslands;
(b) Uses native species;
(c) Avoids the removal of existing trees and vegetation; and
(d) Integrates stormwater management to avoid disrupting natural drainage patterns.
3.11.2 Any landscaping shall not disrupt or alter the existing drainage pattern without prior
approval from the R.M. or provincial agencies as may be required.
3.11.3 Landscaping or structures of any kind shall not obstruct vehicular or pedestrian travel within
an adjacent public right-of-way.
3.11.4 As a condition of Development Permit approval, the Development Officer or Council may
require a landscaped buffer to separate potential disturbances from adjacent land uses.
3.11.5 The Development Officer or Council may require a Landscape Plan to be prepared in
support of any development application in accordance with Section 2.4.2(e).
3.11.6 Any required landscaping which is indicated on a required Landscape Plan or as a condition
of approval for a Development Permit shall be established by the end of the growing season
in which the building is developed or the use is initiated, and shall be maintained in a healthy
growing condition, or shall otherwise be replaced.
3.12 SITE GRADING, LEVELLING, & DRAINAGE
3.12.1 A Development Permit is required for any site excavations, grading, leveling, and filling.
3.12.2 All development shall be graded and leveled at the owner's expense to provide for adequate
surface drainage that avoids adversely affecting the environment, adjacent properties, or the
stability of the land.
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3.12.3 Land clearing and any disruptions to the natural terrain and existing drainage pattern shall
be discouraged, excluding standard agricultural practices.
3.12.4 The Development Officer or Council may require an engineered Grading or Drainage Plan to
be prepared in support of any development application in accordance with Section 2.4.2(e).
All grading and levelling of a site must comply with the approved Grading or Drainage Plan,
where applicable.
3.12.5 The landowner shall be held responsible for any off-site impacts caused by noncompliant
grading.
3.13 HAZARDOUS OR ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE LANDS
3.13.1 The Development Officer shall refer any development application for comments to
provincial departments, other relevant agencies, and qualified professionals where a
proposed development or subdivision is to be located on land considered to be potentially
hazardous and/or environmentally-sensitive lands with respect to:
(a) Flooding up to the 1:500 flood elevation;
(b) Slope instability;
(c) Presence of native grasslands or critical wildlife habitats;
(d) Proximity to surface waterbodies and watercourse; and/or
(e) Groundwater or aquifer contamination.
3.13.2 Where a proposed development or subdivision is to be located on lands considered to be
potentially hazardous and/or environmentally sensitive pursuant to Section 3.13.1 above,
the Development Officer or Council may require the applicant to submit a report prepared
by a qualified professional in accordance with the OCP (s. 5.2.6) that shall assess the
suitability of the lands for the proposed development and any potential impact on the
environment, and if required, shall identify any required mitigation measures.
3.13.3 Actions identified in comments and / or a report pursuant to Section 3.13.1 and 3.13.2 may
be incorporated as conditions to the issuance of any Development Permit and may be
required to be registered on title as an interest in accordance with The Act.
3.13.4 The Development Officer or Council shall refuse any development application for which the
proposed actions are inadequate to address the negative impact on the environment.
3.13.5 Development Prohibited Within the Floodway
Development of new buildings or additions to buildings within the floodway of any
watercourse or water body shall be prohibited. Flood proofing of new development within
the flood fringe to an elevation of, at minimum, 0.5 metres above the 1:500 year flood
elevation shall be required.
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3.14 DEVELOPMENT IN PROXIMITY
TO PROVINCIAL HIGHWAYS
3.14.1 Any proposed development within 90
metres of a provincial highway right-of
way requires a roadside development
permit from the Ministry of Highways
(MH).
3.14.2 Any development, including buildings,
trees/shrubs, granaries, wells, etc., may
be subject to minimum setbacks from a
provincial highway. Setbacks vary
depending on the highway classification
and shall be confirmed through
correspondence with MH.
3.14.3 Sight Triangle
Any building, structure, earth pile or
vegetation in any Zoning District shall
not obstruct the vision of drivers and
shall not be located within a sight
triangle, where the "sight distance" in
FIGURE 3 is determined by MH.
3.14.4 Highway Approach
The minimum separation distance from
a highway approach to the centerline of
an intersecting roadway is 90 metres, unless a greater setback is required by MH.
3.15 DEVELOPMENT IN PROXIMITY TO PIPELINES & TRANSMISSION LINES
3.15.1 Any proposed development or subdivision involving pipelines or gas transmission lines shall
be sited in accordance with all relevant federal and provincial regulations. Refer to "Land Use
Planning for Pipelines publication by Canadian Standards Association (CS) PLUS663".
3.15.2 The minimum setback from any development to the right-of-way or easement of an existing
pipeline or transmission gas line shall be 15 metres (49 ft), unless a greater setback is
required by federal and provincial regulations, or a lesser setback has been granted by the
owner of the pipeline.
3.15.3 Any proposed development or subdivision located within 100 metres (328 ft) of the
centreline of any existing pipelines, utilities, or transmission right-of-way shall require
consultation from the owner / operator.
3.15.4 In accordance with The National Energy Board, anyone proposing to conduct a ground
disturbance or excavation within 30 metres (98 ft) of the centreline of a pipeline must:
(a) Ascertain whether a pipeline exists;
FIGURE 3. SIGHT TRIANGLE DIAGRAM
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(b) Notify the pipeline company of the nature and schedule of the excavation; and
(c) Conduct the excavation in accordance with such regulations.
3.16 HERITAGE & ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
3.16.1 Any proposed development or use that may adversely impact designated heritage
properties shall be reviewed and approved in consultation with the provincial ministry or
agency responsible for The Heritage Property Act or any other relevant provincial regulations.
3.16.2 Where a proposed development or subdivision is to be located on potentially heritage
sensitive land according to the Heritage Conservation Branch's Developers' Online Screening
Tool, the Development Officer shall refer any development application for comments to
provincial departments, other relevant agencies, or qualified professionals.
3.16.3 If it is determined following further screening that a Heritage Resource Impact Assessment
(HRIA) is required, it is the responsibility of the developer to have it carried out by a qualified
professional under an approved investigation permit. The study shall meet the requirements
of the Heritage Conservation Branch and establish:
(a) The presence and location of heritage sites within the project areas;
(b) Suitable mitigation measures to be implemented;
(c) The content, structure, and importance of those heritage sites; and
(d) The need for follow-up investigations.
3.16.4 Lands that are subject to a proposed subdivision where significant historical, cultural, or
heritage resources are present may be dedicated as Environmental Reserve in accordance
with The Act (s. 185).
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4.0 REGULATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES
This section contains regulations that shall apply to specific uses.
4.1
INTENSIVE LIVESTOCK OPERATIONS (ILO)
4.1.1
The regulations that follow shall be applied to all of the following:
(a) New ILOs including feedlots and poultry operations that qualify as intensive livestock
operations as defined by The Agricultural Operations Act, excluding the temporary
confinement of animals over winter; or
(b) The alteration of animal unit types in an approved operation as defined by TABLE 1.
TABLE 1. ANIMAL UNITS
Type of Animal
Number That
Equals One (1)
Animal Unit
Type of Animal
Number That
Equals One (1)
Animal Unit
POULTRY
HORSES
Hens, cockerels, capons
100
Colts or ponies
2
Chicks, broler chickens
200
Other than colts or ponies
1
Turkeys, geese ducks
50
Donkeys or mules
1
HOGS
BISON
Boards or sows
3
Cows or bulls
1
Gilts
4
Calves
4
Feeder pigs
6
FALLOW DEER
Weanling pigs
20
Fallow deer
8
SHEEP
Fallow deer fawns
32
Rams or ewes
7
DOMESTIC INDIGENOUS
Lambs
14
Elk
5
Goats
7
Elk calves
20
CATTLE
White-tailed deer
8
Cows or bulls
1
White-tailed deer fawns
32
Feeder cattle
1.5
Mule deer
8
Replacement heifers
2
Mule deer fawns
32
Calves
4
4.1.2
In addition to the development application requirements in Section 2.4 of this Bylaw,
Development Permit applications for a new or expanding ILO shall include the following
information:
(a) The size of the facility, including the type and number of animal units according to
TABLE 1 above.
(b) Manure storage and disposal strategies.
(c) Identification of the location and distance of any potentially affected surface and
groundwater sources.
(d) A brief description of the suitability of the site for the proposed operation, any potential
conflicts, and mitigative actions to be taken to minimize impact on adjacent land uses.
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(e) Servicing requirements associated with the operation including but not limited to road
upgrades and availability of adequate water sources.
(f) Type, volume and frequency of traffic associated with the transportation of animals,
food, products and manure to and from the site.
4.1.3
The Development Officer or Council may require professional validation or a detailed study
that demonstrates the suitability of the land, and that negative environmental impacts, such
as groundwater or aquifer contamination, will be limited.
4.1.4
The Development Officer or Council may require professional validation or a detailed study
to demonstrate that the water supply is sufficient for the proposed ILO and that the supply
of neighbouring developments will not be adversely affected.
4.1.5
ILOs are subject to the minimum separation distances identified in TABLE 2 below. Distances
are measured between the livestock building / facilities and the development or use.
Separation distances do not apply to residences associated with the ILO. Distances in
brackets apply where open liquid manure storage facilities are used or proposed.
4.1.6
Council may consider reducing the minimum separation distances in TABLE 2 above in
consultation with the appropriate provincial ministries or agencies and landowners provided
that potential threats and nuisances to the development or use are mitigated to an
acceptable level.
4.1.7
The Development Permit shall specify the maximum number of animal units as a condition
of approval. A new Development Permit shall be required to expand the number or type of
animal units listed as a condition of the original approval.
4.1.8
If the type of animal units at an existing ILO changes but does not exceed the number of
approved animal units, the operator shall notify the R.M. of the change including any
changes to the approved manure management plan, but does not require a new
Development Permit application.
4.1.9
In addition to complying with the requirements contained herein, all ILOs shall conform to
the regulations provided within The Agricultural Operations Act, 1995.
TABLE 2. MINIMUM SEPARATION DISTANCES FOR ILOs
Development or Use
Number of Animal Units
100-299
300-499
500-1999
2000-5000
> 5000
Minimum Separation Distance (m)
Residence; campground; or tourist
accommodation
300
(450)
400
(600)
800
(1,200)
1,200
(1,600)
1,600
(2,000)
Multi-parcel subdivision of 3 lots or
more; Hamlet; Urban Municipality
with < 100 population
400
(600)
800
(1,200)
1,200
(1,600)
1,600
(2,400)
2,000
(2,400)
Urban Municipality with 100-500
population
800
(1,200)
1,200
(1,600)
1,600
(2,000)
2,400
(2,400)
2,400
(2,400)
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4.2
RESOURCE EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS (OIL & GAS,
SAND & GRAVEL, CLEAN FILL, AND MINERALS)
4.2.1
This section applies to all mineral resource and aggregate extraction, processing, storage,
and development operations within the R.M.
4.2.2
Resource exploration and development operations shall be subject to all federal and
provincial regulations and the R.M. shall be provided with a copy of all required licenses,
permits, and approvals prior to starting the operation.
4.2.3
No resource exploration and development operation shall be located on hazardous or
environmentally sensitive lands, or below the water table unless, through consultation with
the appropriate provincial department or agency, such lands can be adequately protected
through mitigation measures outlined by a professional study.
4.2.4
The Development Officer or Council may require the applicant to submit a report prepared
by a qualified professional in accordance with the OCP (s. 5.2.6) to assess the suitability of
the land for the proposed development or subdivision, as well as identify any required
mitigation measures.
4.2.5
Residential uses shall be setback a minimum:
(a) 125 metres from any oil and gas well, or 500 metres from any oil and gas well where
high levels of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas are present.
(b) 250 metres from any sand and gravel operation.
(c) Council may consider a reduced setback to Section 4.2.3(a) or 4.2.3(b) in consultation
with the appropriate provincial ministries or agencies and landowners provided that
potential threats and nuisances to the residential use are mitigated.
4.2.6
All other minimum setbacks from resource exploration and development operations to
roadways, other developments and uses, and environmental areas shall be determined in
consultation with the appropriate provincial department or agency.
4.2.7
The site of the resource exploration and development operations shall be kept in tidy and
organized condition free from rubbish and debris.
4.2.8
No material is to be stored or piled on any road allowance or within 30 m (100 ft) of the bank
of any waterbody or watercourse.
4.2.9 Adequate onsite parking for vehicles and equipment shall be provided.
4.2.10 All resource exploration and development operations shall have efficient haul routes and
may require a Road Maintenance Agreement in accordance with The Municipalities Act and
Section 3.7.4 of this Bylaw.
4.2.11 The Development Officer or Council may require an emergency management plan to ensure
the development will be operated safely.
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4.2.12 In order to minimize land use incompatibility, threats to public safety, dust, noise, nuisance,
and environmental degradation, the Development Officer or Council may apply specific
development standards or conditions to the development permit for resource exploration
and development regarding:
(a) Development phasing;
(b) Access, circulation, and parking;
(c) Stormwater management, drainage, erosion and sediment control;
(d) Fencing, screening, signage, fire suppression, and other safety measures;
(e) Limits on operating hours or the term of operation before a development permit
renewal or extension is required;
(f) Progressive reclamation and site restoration; and
(g) Any other matters deemed necessary to satisfy the requirements of the OCP and this
Bylaw, including the development application evaluation criteria in Section 2.6.
4.2.13 The disturbed area shall be progressively reclaimed to a land capability equivalent to the
pre-disturbance land capability (for example, agricultural land) or a post-disturbance
condition and land use (for example, conversion to wetland) which are satisfactory to the
Development Officer. These conservation and reclamation procedures shall be in
accordance with applicable provincial guidelines.
4.2.14 All resource exploration and development operations that are inactive for a period of 12
consecutive months or greater shall require a new development permit.
4.3
FARM & HOME-BASED BUSINESSES
4.3.1
The farm or home-based business shall clearly be accessory to the use of a farmstead as an
agricultural operation or the dwelling unit as a private residence. A Development Permit for
principal use shall be required if in the opinion of the Development Officer or Council, a
home or farm-based business is or grows to be too large or intensive to be considered
accessory.
4.3.2 The owner and main operator of the farm or home-based business shall be full-time
residents of the farmstead or dwelling unit.
4.3.3
If the property where the farm or home-based business is located is not owned by the
business owner, then a letter from the property owner to the Development Officer
authorizing the operation of the business is required.
4.3.4 Adjacent properties shall not be disturbed by any nuisance generated by the farm or home-
based business such as dust, noise, light, odour, smoke, or substantially more traffic than
would typically be associated with the farmstead or dwelling unit.
4.3.5
No other exterior alterations shall be undertaken to the principal or accessory building in
which the farm or home-based business is located that is inconsistent with typical farmstead
or residential character.
4.3.6
Parking, waste disposal, and outdoor storage areas that are associated with the farm or
home-based business shall be subject to all relevant Sections of this Bylaw.
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4.3.7
On-site signs for the farm or home-based business shall be subject to Section 3.6 of this
Bylaw. Off-site signs no larger than 0.5 m2 may be permitted at the discretion of Council
where necessary to provide directions to the operation.
4.3.8
The Development Officer or Council may apply specific development standards or conditions
to the Development Permit for a home-based business regarding:
(a) The size of the operation, including the number and size of buildings used for the
operation;
(b) The hours of operation;
(c) The number employees or customers permitted at any given time; and
(d) Any other matters deemed necessary to comply with the OCP and this Bylaw, in
particular the development application evaluation criteria in Section 2.6.
4.3.9
Farm or home-based businesses are subject to the condition that permission to carry out the
business may be revoked at any time if, in the opinion of Council, the use is or has become
too large to be considered accessory and/or has become detrimental to the amenities of
adjoining properties. Any substantial increase in the intensity of the operation shall require a
new Development Permit approval.
4.4
SECONDARY DWELLING UNITS
4.4.1
A secondary dwelling unit shall only be constructed if accessory to a principal, single-
detached dwelling as one of the following types:
(a) Secondary suite;
(b) Garden suite;
(c) Garage suite; or
(d) Accessory farm dwelling;
4.4.2
Secondary suites shall have a separate entrance from the principal dwelling either from a
common indoor landing or directly from the exterior of the building.
4.4.3
Secondary dwelling units shall contain cooking, eating, living, sleeping, and private sanitary
facilities.
4.4.4
Secondary dwelling units shall be connected to utilities and services that are of a standard
typical to a principal dwelling.
4.4.5
Secondary dwelling units shall share the same access approach as the principal dwelling unit
wherever possible.
4.4.6
Secondary dwelling units shall be subject to all requirements in the R.M. Building Bylaw, the
National Building Code of Canada, and The Construction Codes Act.
4.5
MOBILE, READY-TO-MOVE (RTM), & MODULAR HOUSING
4.5.1
Wherever a dwelling is allowed, it may be in the form of a mobile, ready-to-move (RTM), or
modular home provided that it complies with the following regulations:
(a) All mobile, RTM, and modular housing types shall bear the appropriate CSA certification.
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(b) All Mobile, RTM and modular housing types shall be placed on a permanent concrete
foundation at a standard comparable to a detached dwelling.
(c) All wheels, hitches, and running gear must be removed and skirting must be installed
within thirty days after the arrival of the home.
4.5.2
All development applications for mobile, RTM and modular housing types shall include a
recent photo of the dwelling to ensure it is of suitable standard and quality.
4.6
COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
4.6.1
Any required services or utilities shall be of suitable standard and sufficient capacity to meet
the needs of the proposed development.
4.6.2
Adjacent properties shall not be unduly disturbed by any nuisance generated by the
development such as dust, noise, light, odour, or smoke.
4.6.3
Signs for any commercial and industrial development shall be subject to Section 3.6 of this
Bylaw.
4.6.4
Parking and loading for the proposed development shall be provided in accordance with
Section 3.7 and shall be contained in a designated area on the same site and shall not be
within any municipal right-of-way.
4.6.5
The Development Officer or Council may require professional validation or a detailed study
that demonstrates the suitability of the land for the proposed use and that negative
environmental impacts will be mitigated.
4.6.6
The Development Officer or Council may apply specific development standards or conditions
to the Development Permit for commercial or industrial development to satisfy the
development application evaluation criteria in Section 2.6 or any other requirements of this
Bylaw.
4.7
CAMPGROUND & RECREATION VEHICLE (RV) PARK
4.7.1
In accordance with Section 2.4.2(d), any application for a campground or RV park shall
include a Site Plan that demonstrates the layout and location sites, roadways, parking areas,
buildings, utilities, and anything else identified by the Development Officer or Council.
4.7.2
A campground or RV park shall have within its boundaries, a buffer area abutting the
boundary of the site of not less than 4.5 meters which shall contain no buildings.
4.7.3
The areas of each campsite or RV site shall be clearly demarcated and shall not be located
within a required buffer area or roadway.
4.7.4
All sites shall be served by an internal all-weather roadway of at least 7.5 meters in width.
4.7.5
A campground or RV park may include the following accessory uses:
(a) Laundromat
(b) Washroom / shower facilities
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(c) Confectionary
(d) Swimming pool
(e) Other recreational uses (ex. Mini golf, arcade)
(f) Accommodations for the owner and / or operator(s) of the campground or RV park
4.7.6
The development and operations of the campground or RV park shall comply with The Public
Health Act and any other relevant provincial or federal legislation.
4.7.7
The owner or operator of the campground or RV park shall be required to obtain all
necessary licensing in accordance with The Public Accommodations Regulations of
Saskatchewan.
4.8
CANNABIS
4.8.1
The development and operation of a Cannabis Production or Warehouse & Distribution
Facility shall comply with all federal and provincial regulations and the R.M. shall be provided
with a copy of all required licenses, permits, and approvals.
4.8.2
Applicants shall provide a detailed written statement explaining how their proposal will meet
or exceed Health Canada regulations related to ventilation and to security.
4.8.3
Any potential nuisances including but not limiting to noise, light, smell, traffic, or dust shall
be disclosed to the R.M. with a plan to mitigate all nuisances to an acceptable level.
4.8.4 Cannabis Production or Warehouse & Distribution Facilities are prohibited as a farm or
home -based business.
4.9
SOLAR ENERGY
4.9.1
A Private Solar Energy System shall be permitted as accessory to an existing principal use
provided that the system:
(a) Is located on the same site as the principal use;
(b) Is used solely to produce electricity for uses on the same site, including net metering;
(c) Is suitably installed and structurally secured according to the manufacturer's or
professional engineer's certificate of structural safety; and
(d) Complies with this Bylaw and any applicable provincial requirements.
4.9.2
A Commercial Solar Energy System shall be considered as a principal use only and is subject
to the following regulations:
(a) The size and location of the commercial energy system shall not inordinately remove
natural vegetation and productive agricultural lands.
(b) The site shall include sufficient land area for the energy system, including on site
circulation and parking, without disturbing adjacent land uses or environmentally
sensitive areas.
(c) Council may require professional validation or a detailed study that demonstrates the
suitability of the land for the proposed use and that negative environmental impacts will
be limited or mitigated to an acceptable level.
(d) Any potential nuisance including but not limited to noise, light, glare, or dust shall be
disclosed to the R.M. with a plan to mitigate all nuisances to an acceptable level.
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(e) Council shall require the decommissioning, removal, and restoration of the lands to its
natural condition if the solar energy system becomes defective or abandoned.
(f) The development and operation of a commercial solar energy system shall comply with
all federal and provincial regulations and the R.M. shall be provided with a copy of all
required licenses, permits, and approvals prior to development.
4.10 WIND ENERGY
4.10.1 Any application for a proposed Private or Commercial Wind Energy System shall be
forwarded to the Ministry of Environment for comments.
4.10.2 A Private Wind Energy System shall be permitted as accessory to an existing principal use
provided that the system:
(a) Is located on the same site as the principal use; and
(b) Complies with all other regulations and standards of this Bylaw.
4.10.3 A Commercial Wind Energy System (Wind Farm) shall only be permitted as a principal use
provided that the system:
(a) Is not located on hazardous or environmentally sensitive lands.
(b) Does not inordinately remove natural vegetation and productive agricultural lands, or
detract from the amenity of the area; and
(c) Complies with all regulations and standards of this Bylaw.
4.10.4 The Development Officer or Council may require professional validation or a detailed study
that demonstrates the wind turbine's structural integrity, the suitability of the land, and that
negative environmental impacts and risks to public safety will be limited or mitigated to an
acceptable level.
4.10.5 Unless a greater minimum setback is required elsewhere in this Bylaw or through
consultations with the province, the minimum setbacks for wind turbines shall be 500m
from any property line or onsite dwelling. Council may consider a reduced setback through
consultation with licensed qualified professionals.
4.10.6 Any potential nuisance including but not limited to noise, light, glare, or dust shall be
disclosed to the R.M. with a plan to mitigate all nuisances to an acceptable level.
4.10.7 Council shall require the decommissioning, removal, and restoration of the lands to its
natural condition if the wind energy system becomes defective or abandoned.
4.10.8 The development and operation of a wind farm shall comply with all federal and provincial
regulations and the R.M. shall be provided with a copy of all required licenses, permits, and
approvals.
4.11 SHIPPING CONTAINERS
4.11.1 Shipping containers, box cars, or other similar structures used for storage purposes are
permitted as accessory to the principal use of the site in the Agricultural-Resource (AR) and
Commercial-Industrial (M1) zoning districts and discretionary in the Rural Residential (RR)
zoning district, subject to the following:
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(a) All requirements for accessory buildings for the applicable zoning district shall apply.
(b) No shipping container may exceed 3.0 metres (9.8 ft.) in height, 2.4 metres (7.9 ft.) in
width, and 12.5 metres (41.0 ft.) in length.
(c) No shipping container shall be used for the primary purpose of a display or advertising.
Any signage shall be subject to Section 3.6 of this Bylaw.
(d) All requirements of the National Building Code of Canada shall be met.
4.11.2 Notwithstanding Section 4.11.1 above, shipping containers may be temporarily placed on a
site in any zoning district where the sole purpose is incidental to the construction or
alteration of a building for which a building permit has been granted, subject to the
following:
(a) The shipping container may remain on the site during active construction or a period of
no longer than 60 days unless an extension has been granted by the development
officer up to a maximum of 120 days.
(b) The shipping container shall be removed upon completion of construction.
4.11.3 Any shipping container, whether used for storage or temporary purposes, shall be in a
neutral colour, kept in a clean, orderly manner, and placed on a level, secure surface.
4.11.4 Notwithstanding all requirements of Section 4.11, the accessory use of shipping containers
for uses other than temporary or storage purposes may be considered as discretionary but
shall adhere to the National Building Code of Canada and be subject to all permits and
standards applicable to that use.
4.12 COMMUNICATION TOWERS
4.12.1 The development and operation of a communication tower shall comply with all federal and
provincial regulations and the R.M. shall be provided with a copy of all required licenses,
permits, and approvals.
4.12.2 The communication tower shall not be illuminated unless required by Transport Canada
regulations and except for safety purposes and shall not display any signage.
4.12.3 Guide-wire anchors shall be setback at least 1.5 m (4.9 ft) from the property line.
4.12.4 Telecommunication towers shall be enclosed within a locked protective chain link fence of a
minimum height of 2.0 m (6.6 ft).
4.12.5 The Development Officer or Council may require professional validation or a detailed study
that demonstrates the tower's structural integrity, the suitability of the land, and that
negative environmental impacts will be limited or mitigated to an acceptable level.
4.13 PRIVATE AIRSTRIPS
4.13.1 Private airstrips may be considered in the Agricultural-Resource (AR) District provided that
the site is of sufficient area and the application for a Development Permit complies with
Section 4.12.2 and all requirements of this Bylaw.
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4.13.2 The development and operation of a private airstrip shall comply with all federal and
provincial regulations, including The Canadian Aviation Regulations, and the R.M. shall be
provided with a copy of all required licenses, permits, and approvals.
4.14 PUBLIC UTILITIES & MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
4.14.1 Public utilities and municipal facilities shall be permitted in every district with the exception
of solid and liquid waste disposal facilities.
4.14.2 Public utilities and municipal facilities shall not be subject to any site area or yard
requirements, unless otherwise specified by this Bylaw.
4.14.3 Specific development standards such as minimum yard setbacks may be established, at
Council's discretion, to protect existing or planned investments in public utilities and
municipal facilities.
4.15 SOLID & LIQUID WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES
4.15.1 The disposal facility shall have direct access to an adjacent all-weather road.
4.15.2 The disposal facility shall be fenced and may require additional buffers such as trees, shrubs
or a berm.
4.15.3 The location and design of the facility shall take into consideration the direction of prevailing
winds and the impact or nuisance to nearby properties.
4.15.4 The disposal facility location shall be located a minimum 457 metres from any new
residential development or 300 metres for any existing residential use. Council may consider
a reduced setback of 300 metres in rare circumstances where no other option exists and all
potential nuisances are sufficiently mitigated to the satisfaction of Council.
4.15.5 Development and operation of the facility shall comply with all provincial environmental and
health regulations and the R.M. shall be provided with a copy of all required licenses,
permits, and approvals.
4.15.6 Council may require professional validation or a detailed study that demonstrates the
suitability of the land, and that negative environmental impacts, such as groundwater or
aquifer contamination, will be limited or mitigated to an acceptable level.
4.16 KEEPING OF ANIMALS
4.16.1 Domestic Animals
The keeping of domestic animals is permitted in all districts, subject to relevant bylaws and
legislation governing noise and public health. Breeding and boarding kennels are not
included under this provision and are discretionary uses within select zoning districts.
4.16.2 Livestock
The keeping of livestock, excluding poultry subject to Section 4.16.3 below, is restricted to a
maximum of two (2) animal units per site in the Rural Residential (RR) zoning district.
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4.16.3 Poultry
Subject to the following, the keeping of poultry is permitted in the Rural Residential (RR)
zoning district:
(a) Chicken coops shall be located in the rear of the property, and shall be properly secured
and maintained so as to deter predators and to limit excessive smells or noise.
(b) Manure shall be removed and responsibly discarded or composted in a timely manner.
(c) Disposal of deceased birds shall be done in accordance with Ministry of Agriculture
regulations.
(d) The number of chickens permitted shall depend on the site size, and type and intensity
of surrounding land uses.
(e) Prior to acquiring chickens, it is recommended that individuals consult with their
neighbours to identify and address any potential issues or conflicts.
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5.0 ZONING DISTRICTS
This section describes the Zoning Districts and the Zoning District Map.
5.1
CLASSIFICATION OF ZONING DISTRICTS
For the purpose of this Zoning Bylaw, the R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46 is divided into the
following Zoning Districts, which may be referred to by their corresponding symbols in
TABLE 3.
TABLE 3. ZONING DISTRICTS
Zoning District
Symbol
Intent
Agricultural-Resource
AR
To primarily accommodate agriculture and related
uses. Other compatible uses will be accommodated
that support a rural lifestyle and economy. The AR
Zoning District will also provide for the responsible
exploration and extraction of resources, where
present.
Rural Residential
RR
To provide opportunities for the subdivision and
development of multiple non-farm residential sites in
appropriate locations that are highly accessible and
serviceable, pose no conflict with adjacent uses, and
does not threaten the natural environment.
Commercial-Industrial
M1
To provide for the development of a wide variety and
intensity of commercial and industrial land uses in
appropriate locations such as sites highway-oriented
sites.
Environmental
Conservation
EC
To protect environmentally sensitive and ecologically
valuable lands. The EC Zoning District may also be
applied to hazardous lands, such as those prone to
instability, flooding, or in close proximity to
hazardous uses.
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5.2
THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP
5.2.1
The map enclosed herein as Exhibit B, adopted by Council and signed by the Reeve and
Administrator, and under the seal of the R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46 shall be known as
the R.M. of Glen McPherson Zoning District Map and is an integral part of this Bylaw. The
Zoning District Map identifies the Zoning District that applies to every parcel of land within
the R.M. boundaries.
5.3
BOUNDARIES OF ZONING DISTRICTS
5.3.1
The boundaries of the Zoning Districts referred to in this Bylaw, together with an
explanatory legend and notations, are shown on the Zoning District Map.
5.3.2
Unless otherwise shown, the boundaries of the Zoning Districts are site lines, centre lines of
streets, lanes, road allowances or such lines extended, and the boundaries of the R.M.
5.4
ZONING DISTRICT SCHEDULES
5.4.1
The uses or forms of development allowed within a Zoning District, along with regulations or
standards which apply, are contained in the district schedules that follow.
5.5
SITE SIZE ADJUSTMENTS
5.5.1
In all Zoning Districts, the minimum site size requirements shall be as stated, except that the
size of the remnant shall be deemed to be conforming in any of the following instances:
(a) Where roads, railways, pipeline and other public or private utilities are subdivided or
registered as easements, including widenings; and
(b) Where adjustments are required due to irregularities in the primary survey system.
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6.0 AGRICULTURAL-RESOURCE (AR)
6.1
PERMITTED & DISCRETIONARY USES
6.1.1
PERMITTED USES
The Development Officer shall consider a development permit for the following uses subject
to the application process in Section 2.0 of this Bylaw:
(a) Agricultural & Resources
i.
Field crops, pastures for the raising of animals and poultry, beehives, grazing,
ranching, and other similar uses customarily carried out in the field of general
agriculture but excluding intensive livestock operations subject to Section 4.1
and all other uses listed as discretionary under Section 6.1.2.
ii.
A farmstead including one (1) single-detached farm dwelling per quarter section
that is associated with the agricultural operation.
iii.
Oil and gas or other mineral resource operations subject to Section 4.2.
iv.
Aggregate operations subject to Section 4.2.
(b) Non-Farm Residential
i.
One principal single-detached dwelling on a subdivided site less than one
quarter section in accordance with Section 6.2.1(b)i.
(c) Agricultural Related Commercial
i.
The sale of any produce grown or raised on the agricultural operation excluding
those uses listed as discretionary under Section 6.1.2.
(d) Institutional, Recreational, Other
i.
Institutional uses including schools, places of worship, cemeteries, and
municipal facilities.
ii.
Wildlife, wildfowl, and native grasslands habitat and conservation management.
iii.
Historical and archaeological sites.
iv.
Nature trails or other passive recreational uses (non-commercial).
v.
Linear public or private utilities, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
subject to Section 4.15.
vi.
Communal settlements.
(e) Accessory
i.
A maximum of one (1) accessory farm dwelling subject to Section 4.4 that is
associated with the same agricultural operation in Section 6.1.1(a)ii.
ii.
A secondary suite, garage suite, or garden suite subject to Section 4.4 that is
associated with the non-farm principal dwelling in Section 6.1.1(b)i.
iii.
Farm or home-based business including a bed & breakfast or vacation rental
subject to Section 4.3.
iv.
Other customarily accessory buildings, structures, and uses, excluding a
dwelling, subject to Section 3.4.
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6.1.2
DISCRETIONARY USES
Council shall consider a Development Permit for the following uses subject to the application
process in Section 2.0 of this Bylaw:
(a) Agricultural
i.
New ILOs including feedlots and poultry operations as defined by The Agricultural
Operations Act, excluding the temporary confinement of animals over winter,
subject to Section 4.1.
ii.
Major agricultural product processing including but not limited to, seed cleaning
or packaging plants.
iii.
Abattoirs, feedlots, and poultry operations (including retail meat sales outlets).
iv.
Tree and garden nurseries, market gardens, and commercial green housing.
v.
Oil and gas or other mineral resource processing subject to Section 4.2.
vi.
Apiaries, hatcheries, and mushroom farms.
(b) Residential
i.
Two (2) or more accessory farm dwelling subject to Section 4.4 that are
legitimately associated with the same agricultural operation in Section 6.1.1(a)ii.
(c) Commercial / Industrial
i.
Agriculture equipment, fuel, and chemical supply and service.
i.
Breeding or boarding kennel.
ii.
Bulk fertilizer processing, storage, and distribution.
iii.
Commercial recreation uses.
iv.
Grain terminals, elevators, and related uses.
v.
Work camp.
vi.
Storage yard or stockyard.
(d) Other
i.
Campground and RV park subject to Section 4.7.
ii.
Commercial solar energy system subject to Section 4.9.2.
iii.
Commercial wind energy system subject to Section 4.10.3.
iv.
Private airstrips subject to Section 4.13.
v.
Solid and liquid waste disposal sites subject to Section 4.15.
6.2
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
6.2.1
SUBDIVISION
(a) Agricultural
i.
The typical site area constituting an agricultural operation or agricultural holding
shall be one quarter section or equivalent. Equivalent shall mean 64 hectares
(158 acres) or such lesser amount as remains because of the original township
survey, road widening, road right-of-way or railway plans, drainage ditch,
pipeline or transmission line development, natural features such as water
courses or water bodies, or as a result of subdivision as permitted herein.
ii.
A reduced site area below 64 hectares (158 acres) may be permitted at Council's
discretion for the purpose of farmland consolidation, estate planning
settlement, farm debt restructuring, topographical or physical limitations, as a
result of subdivision permitted herein, or where legitimate agricultural uses
require a lesser amount.
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(b) Non-Agricultural Subdivision
i.
Including the subdivision of an initial farm-dwelling, three (3) subdivision for a
non-agricultural use will be allowed per quarter section provided it complies
with all Sections of this Bylaw.
(c) Access and Services
i.
All subdivisions shall be adequately serviced to municipal and provincial
standards.
ii.
All uses shall have adequate access and egress to the municipal or provincial
road system.
iii.
All parcels created as a result of a proposed subdivision, including the
remainder, shall abut or have frontage on a registered road.
iv.
The applicant of a proposed development or subdivision shall be responsible for
the costs of providing any required new or upgraded municipal services and / or
roads.
6.2.2
SITE SIZE REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC USES
(a) Agricultural Uses:
Minimum 16 hectares (40 acres)
(b) Non-farm Residential:
Maximum 4 hectares (10 acres)*
(c) Commercial / Industrial Uses:
Maximum 16 hectares (40 acres)*
(d) All Other Uses:
No minimum
*A greater site size may be permitted, at Council or the Development Officer's discretion,
due to existing physical circumstances or legitimate needs provided that it does not remove
an inordinate amount of productive agricultural land.
6.2.3
SITE FRONTAGE AND SETBACK REQUIREMENTS
(a) Site Frontage
All parcels shall have a minimum site frontage of 45 metres (150 feet).
(b) Front Yard or Centreline Setback
All buildings, dwellings, and structures (excluding fences) shall have a minimum 45
metres (150 feet) setback from the centreline of any public road including an
undeveloped road allowance, unless a greater distance is required by the Ministry of
Highways and Infrastructure.
(c) Side or Rear Yard Setback to Property Line
All buildings, dwellings, and structures (excluding fences) shall have a minimum 6 metres
(20 feet) from any side or rear property line that does not abut a public road including an
undeveloped road allowance.
6.2.4
STANDARDS FOR DISCRETIONARY USES
Council will consider development permit applications for discretionary uses in the
Agricultural-Resource Zoning District with respect to the intent, uses, and development
standards of this schedule and:
(a) The Development Application Evaluation criteria in Section 2.6;
(b) Any relevant General Regulations in Section 3.0;
(c) Any relevant Regulations for Specific Uses in Section 4.0; and
(d) The Vision, Principles, Objectives and Policies of the OCP.
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7.0 RURAL RESIDENTIAL (RR)
7.1
PERMITTED & DISCRETIONARY USES
7.1.1
PERMITTED USES
The Development Officer shall consider a Development Permit for the following uses subject
to the application process in Section 2.0 of this Bylaw:
(a) Residential
i.
One (1) single-detached dwelling.
(b) Institutional, Recreational, Other
i.
Institutional uses including schools, places of worship, cemeteries, and
municipal facilities.
ii.
Wildlife, wildfowl, and native grasslands habitat and conservation management.
iii.
Historical and archaeological sites.
iv.
Nature trails or other passive recreational uses (non-commercial).
v.
Linear public or private utilities, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites
subject to Section 4.15.
(c) Accessory
i.
Home-based business subject to Section 4.3.
ii.
One (1) secondary suite, garage suite, or garden suite subject to Section 4.4.
iii.
Other customarily accessory buildings, structures, and uses, excluding a
dwelling, subject to Section 3.4.
7.1.2
DISCRETIONARY USES
Council shall consider a Development Permit for the following uses subject to the application
process in Section 2.0 of this Bylaw:
(a) Residential
i.
More than one (1) secondary suite, garage suite, or garden suite subject to
Section 4.4.
ii.
Mobile, ready-to-move (RTM), or modular homes subject to Section 4.5.
7.2
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
7.2.1
SUBDIVISION
(a) Multiple-Lot Subdivisions
Subdivisions of four (4) to five (5) sites per quarter section for non-agricultural uses shall
be permitted. Additional sites may be considered by resolution of Council (discretionary
use approval).
(b) Access and Services
i.
All subdivisions shall be adequately serviced to municipal and provincial
standards.
ii.
All uses shall have adequate access and egress to a public road.
iii.
All parcels created as a result of a proposed subdivision, including the
remainder, shall abut or have frontage on a registered road.
iv.
The applicant of a proposed development or subdivision shall be responsible for
the costs of providing any required new or upgraded municipal services and / or
roads.
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7.2.2
SITE SIZE REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC USES
(a) Non-farm Residential:
Minimum 1 hectares (2.5 acres)
Maximum 4.05 hectares (10 acres)*
(b) All Other Uses:
Minimum 1 hectares (2.5 acres)
*A greater site size may be permitted, at Council's discretion, due to existing physical
circumstances or legitimate needs provided that it does not remove an inordinate amount of
productive agricultural land.
7.2.3
SITE FRONTAGE AND SETBACK REQUIREMENTS
(a) Site Frontage
All sites shall have a minimum site frontage of 30 metres (100 feet).
(b) Front Yard or Centreline Setback
All buildings and structures (excluding fences) shall have a:
i.
Minimum 6 metres (20 feet) setback to an internal subdivision road.
ii.
Minimum 10 metres (33 feet) setback to a public road allowance unless a greater
distance is required by the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure. A reduced
setback may be permitted, at Council's discretion, if compliance would be
impractical or too costly and the reduction is in the public interest.
(c) Side or Rear Yard Setback to Property Line
All buildings and structures (excluding fences) shall have a minimum 4.5 metres (15 feet)
setback from any side or rear site line that does not abut a public road allowance unless
a greater distance is required by the Province.
7.2.4
STANDARDS FOR DISCRETIONARY USES
Council will consider a Development Permit for discretionary uses in the RR Zoning District
with respect to the intent, uses, and development standards of this schedule and:
(a) The Development Application Evaluation criteria in Section 2.6;
(b) Any relevant General Regulations in Section 3.0;
(c) Any relevant Regulations for Specific Uses in Section 4.0; and
(d) The Vision, Principles, Objectives, and Policies of the OCP.
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8.0 COMMERCIAL-INDUSTRIAL (M1)
8.1
PERMITTED & DISCRETIONARY USES
8.1.1
PERMITTED USES
The Development Officer shall consider a Development Permit for the following uses subject
to the application process in Section 2.0 of this Bylaw:
(a) Agriculture equipment, fuel, and chemical supply and service.
(b) Commercial nurseries or greenhouses, including retail.
(c) Motor vehicle dealers and service establishments.
(d) Service stations and gas bars.
(e) Hotels and motels.
(f) Restaurants.
(g) Retail stores excluding cannabis retail shops.
(h) Commercial recreation facilities.
(i) Storage facilities, warehousing, supply and distribution facilities.
(j) Linear public or private utilities, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites subject to
Section 4.15.
(k) Accessory
Customarily accessory buildings, structures, and uses, excluding a dwelling, in
accordance with Section 3.4.
8.1.2
DISCRETIONARY USES
Council shall consider a Development Permit for the following uses subject to the application
process in Section 2.0 of this Bylaw:
(a) One accessory dwelling unit (including a mobile, RTM, modular home), within or attached
to an approved use.
(b) Major agricultural product processing including but not limited to, seed cleaning or
packaging plants
(c) Abattoirs and poultry operations (including retail meat sales outlets).
(d) Storage facilities, warehousing, supply and distribution facilities.
(e) Cannabis facilities and retail shops subject to Section 4.8.
8.2
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
8.2.1
SUBDIVISION
(a) Multiple-Lot Subdivisions
i.
Multiple-lot subdivisions shall be discretionary and may require a Concept Plan
and or Supporting Studies / Technical Investigations.
(b) Access and Services
i.
All subdivisions shall be adequately serviced to municipal and provincial
standards.
ii.
All uses shall have adequate access and egress to a public road.
iii.
All parcels created as a result of a proposed subdivision, including the
remainder, shall abut or have frontage on a registered road.
iv.
The applicant of a proposed development or subdivision shall be responsible for
the costs of providing any required new or upgraded municipal services and / or
roads.
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8.2.2
SITE SIZE REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC USES
(a) Commercial / Industrial Uses:
Minimum 1,000 m2 (0.25 acres)
Maximum 16 hectares (40 acres)*
(b) All Other Uses:
No minimum
*A greater site size may be permitted, at Council's discretion, due to existing physical circumstances
or legitimate needs provided that it does not remove an inordinate amount of productive
agricultural land.
8.2.3
SITE FRONTAGE AND SETBACK REQUIREMENTS
(a) Site Frontage
All sites shall have a minimum site frontage of 30 metres (100 feet).
(b) Front Yard or Centreline Setback
All buildings and structures (excluding fences) shall have a:
i.
Minimum 6.0 metres (20 feet) setback to an internal subdivision road.
ii.
Minimum 15.0 metres (50 feet) setback to a public road allowance unless a
greater distance is required by the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure. A
reduced setback may be permitted, at Council's discretion, if compliance would
be impractical or too costly and the reduction is in the public interest.
(c) Side or Rear Yard Setback
All buildings and structures (excluding fences) shall have a minimum 3 metres (10 feet)
setback from any side or rear site line that does not abut a public road allowance unless
a greater distance is required by the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure.
8.2.4
STANDARDS FOR DISCRETIONARY USES
Council will consider a Development Permit for discretionary uses in the M1 Zoning District
with respect to the intent, uses, and development standards of this schedule and:
(a) The Development Application Evaluation criteria in Section 2.6;
(b) Any relevant General Regulations in Section 3.0;
(c) Any relevant Regulations for Specific Uses in Section 4.0; and
(d) The Vision, Principles, Objectives, and Policies of the OCP.
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9.0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION (EC)
9.1
PERMITTED & DISCRETIONARY USES
9.1.1
PERMITTED USES
The Development Officer shall consider a Development Permit for the following uses subject
to the application process in Section 2.0 of this Bylaw:
(a) Agricultural uses which will not adversely affect the environmental sensitivity of the area.
(b) Wildlife, wildfowl, and native grassland habitat and conservation management.
(c) Historical and archaeological sites.
(d) Open space, nature trails, or other passive recreational uses (non-commercial).
(e) Linear public utilities, excluding solid and liquid waste disposal sites.
(f) Accessory
Accessory buildings, structures, and uses, excluding a dwelling, subject to Section 3.4.
9.1.2
DISCRETIONARY USES
Council shall consider a Development Permit for the following uses subject to the application
process in Section 2.0 of this Bylaw:
(a) Institutional uses including schools, places of worship, cemeteries, and municipal
facilities.
(b) Oil and gas or other mineral resource operations subject to Section 4.2.
(c) Aggregate operations subject to Section 4.2.
9.2
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
9.2.1
SUBDIVISION
(a) The subdivision of lands within the EC District shall be prohibited. Any subdivision and
rezoning to an appropriate zoning district shall require supporting studies / technical
investigations that demonstrate that the use can be supported without hindering the
environmental integrity and value of the lands.
9.2.2
SITE SIZE REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC USES
(a) All Uses:
One quarter section (or equivalent)
9.2.3
SITE FRONTAGE AND SETBACK REQUIREMENTS
(a) No person shall plant non-native trees or shrubs, or place stone, earth piles, sumps,
pits, portable structures, machinery, or other structures or buildings on private
property, other than transparent fences, unless legitimately required for the operation
of an approved permitted or discretionary use.
9.2.4
STANDARDS FOR DISCRETIONARY USES
Council will consider a Development Permit for discretionary uses in the EC Zoning District
with respect to the intent, uses, and development standards of this schedule and:
(a) The Development Application Evaluation criteria in Section 2.6;
(b) Any relevant General Regulations in Section 3.0;
(c) Any relevant Regulations for Specific Uses in Section 4.0; and
(d) The Vision, Principles, Objectives, and Policies of the OCP.
EXHIBIT A: DEFINITIONS
Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Bylaw or the OCP, they shall be held to have
the following meaning unless provided otherwise.
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Abattoir: A facility for butchering or slaughtering animals, and to dress; cut; inspect; refrigerate;
cure; and, manufacture meats and meat by-products.
Accessory: A use, building, or structure customarily associated with, incidental to, subordinate to,
and located on the same parcel as the principal use, building or structure.
Act, The: The Planning and Development Act, 2007 of the Province of Saskatchewan.
Adjacent: Contiguous or would be contiguous if not for a river; stream; rail line; road; utility right-of-
way; reserve land; and, any other land identified in this Bylaw as adjacent land for the purpose of
notification.
Administrator: The Administrator of the Rural Municipality of Piapot No. 110 pursuant to The
Municipalities Act.
Aggregate Resource: Raw materials including sand, gravel, clay, earth or rock found on or under a
site.
Agricultural: The use of land, buildings or structures for the purpose of animal husbandry; fallow;
field crops; forestry; market gardening; pasturage; private (non-commercial) greenhouses; and,
includes the growing; packing; treating; storing; and, sale of produce produced on the premises and
other similar uses customarily carried in the field of general agriculture.
Agricultural Operation: As defined in The Agricultural Operations Act.
Alteration or Altered: any structural change or addition to a building or structure, including a
change from one type of use to another.
Animal Husbandry: The rearing, confinement or feeding of poultry, hogs, horses, sheep or cattle on
a site, but does not include intensive livestock operations.
Animal Unit (A.U.): the number of animals of a particular livestock classification that will excrete
160.9 lbs (73 kg) of total nitrogen in a 12-month period.
Applicant: A developer or person applying for a development permit, subdivision approval or a
bylaw amendment.
Automobile (Motor Vehicle): A self-propelled passenger vehicle that usually has two (2) to four (4)
wheels; an internal combustion engine; alternative energy sources such as electrical, fuel cell or a
hybrid of the two; and, is used for land transport.
B
Bare Land Condominium: A bare land condominium involves dividing land into individually owned
'bare land units'. A proposed plan of survey to create a bare land condominium requires the
subdivision of the land and subdivision approval pursuant to The Act. Buildings on each bare land
unit are owned by the individuals. The balance of the land around the units is common property.
Buffer: A strip of land, vegetation, or land use that physically separates two (2) or more different
land uses.
Building: A structure constructed on, in or over land and used for the shelter or accommodation of
persons; animals; goods; or, chattels, and includes any structure covered by a roof supported by
walls or columns.
Building, Accessory: A subordinate building detached from a principal building, located on
the same site, the purpose of which is to enclose a use accessory to or part of the principal
use.
Building, Principal: A building within which the principal use of the parcel is housed or
conducted.
Building Bylaw: A bylaw of the R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46 to regulate the erection; alteration;
repair; occupancy; or, maintenance of buildings and structures.
Building Height: The height of a building according to Section 3.5 of this Bylaw.
Building Permit: A permit issued under the Building Bylaw of the R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46
authorizing the construction of all or part of any building or structure, and does not include a
Development Permit.
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Campground: An area used for a range of overnight camping experiences, from tenting to serviced
RV sites, including accessory facilities which support the use, such as administration offices and
laundry facilities, though not including the use of mobile homes or trailers on a permanent year-
round basis.
Cannabis Production Facility: a federally licensed facility used for the on-site cultivation,
harvesting, processing, testing, packaging and shipping of cannabis goods and products derived
from cannabis. where all plant growth activities are carried out both outside and indoors.
Cannabis Retail Shop: A retail business operating from a storefront location authorized by The
Cannabis Control Act selling any part of the cannabis plant, processed or unprocessed, including any
derivative, concentrate or edible product originating from the cannabis plant.
Carport: A building or structure or part thereof, where the majority of the perimeter is open and
unobstructed by a wall; door; post; or, pier, and which is used for the parking or storage of motor
vehicles.
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.
Commercial Use: The use of land, building(s), or structure(s) for the purpose of buying and selling
commodities, and supplying professional and personal services for compensation.
Communal Settlement: Settlements, including potential groups of buildings for agricultural,
educational, living, and other shared purposes.
Communication Tower: A structure situated on a non-residential site that is intended for
transmitting or receiving television, radio or cellular communications, excluding those used
exclusively for dispatch communications.
Community Facility: Building or facilities used for recreational; social; educational; or, cultural
activities and that are owned by a municipal corporation, non-profit corporation or other non-profit
organization.
Condominium: Land, buildings and units including private and common property as defined under
The Condominium Property Act, 1993.
Condominium Unit: A division of land or building as defined in The Condominium Property Act, 1993.
Confectionary or Convenience Store: The store offering for sale primarily food products;
beverages; personal care items; hardware; and, printed matter and which primarily provides
convenient day-to-day services to residents and visitors of the area.
Council: The elected Council of the R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46.
Clean Fill Operation: means uncontaminated non-water-soluble, non-decomposable, inert solids
such as rock of less than 102mm (4 inches) in diameter, soil, gravel and/or clay. Clean fill shall not
mean processed or unprocessed mixed construction and demolition debris, such as concrete,
asphalt, ceramic products, wallboard, plastic, wood or metal or any substance deemed corrosive,
combustible, noxious, reactive or radioactive. The excavation, movement or recycling of fill material
within the source site shall not be considered a clean fill activity.
D
Decommissioning: The final shutting down, dismantling and removal of any infrastructure or
development once it has reached the end of its operation life.
Demolition Permit: A permit issued for the removal or dismantling of a building or structure within
the R.M. boundaries as prescribed under the Uniform Building and Accessibility Standards Act.
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 the intensity of the use of any building
or land.
Development Officer: A person appointed by the R.M. Council to act as a Development Officer to
administer this Bylaw.
Development Permit: A document issued by the R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46 that authorizes
development pursuant to this Bylaw, and does not include a Building Permit.
Domestic Animals: Animals cared for and kept mostly indoors in a dwelling including cats, dogs,
domestic rodents, domestic birds, and other similar animals, but excluding livestock and chickens.
Driveway: The portion of a parcel used to provide vehicular access from a road to a parking space
or to an off-road parking or loading area located on the same parcel.
Dwelling: A building or part of a building intended for residential occupancy.
Dwelling, Accessory Farm: An approved one-unit accessory dwelling unit that is
legitimately tied to an agricultural operation.
Dwelling, Farm: An approved one-unit dwelling that is legitimately tied to an agricultural
operation.
Dwelling, Mobile: A structure built on a deformation resistant frame or metal chassis that
is defined in the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and bears a CSA seal attesting that
the structure complies with the #Z240 standards built prior to 2019 or CSA standard #A277
built after January 1, 2019. Mobile dwellings are constructed off-site in a yard or factory and
include a deformation resistant frame to allow them to be placed on a surface riding
foundation such as cribbing for ease of transportation to site.
Dwelling, Modular: A residential dwelling that is constructed off-site in a yard or factory, in
one (1) or more sections, transported to a site for permanent installation on a permanent
foundation (may have a basement), having architectural features similar to permanent
residential dwellings built on site in the R.M., and conforming to CSA standard #A277.
Dwelling, Multi-Unit: A building containing three (3) or more dwelling units including a
triplex, fourplex, townhouse, or apartment that are distinct from a rooming house, hotel or
motel.
Dwelling, Non-farm: An approved one-unit dwelling that is not tied to an agricultural
operation.
Dwelling, Single-Detached: A building containing only one (1) dwelling unit that is
occupied or intended to be occupied as a permanent home or residence, and that shall not
include a Recreational Vehicle, Mobile Dwelling, Truck Camper, 5th Wheel Trailer, or Trailer
Coach as herein defined.
Dwelling, Townhouse: A building divided vertically into three or more attached dwelling
units with common side walls under one roof, each having a separate exterior entrance.
Dwelling, Two-Unit: A building divided into two (2) dwelling units with separate entrances
that are separated by a common party wall.
Dwelling Group: A group of single-detached, semi-detached, or multiple unit dwellings clustered on
one (1) site, built as one (1) development.
Dwelling Unit: One (1) or more habitable rooms used, or fully capable of being used as a residence,
where each unit provides sleeping, cooking and toilet facilities.
E
Engagement: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest Regulations.
Environmental Reserve: Dedicated lands that are provided to a municipality for protecting or
conserving natural or environmentally sensitive areas, or that were dedicated as public reserve and
transferred to a municipality pursuant to The Act.
Environmentally Sensitive Lands: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest Regulations.
Existing: In place, taking place, or with all approvals and permits in place on the date of the
adoption of this Bylaw.
F
Farmstead: Improvements such as barns and granaries used in connection with the growing and
sale of trees, shrubs and sod; the raising or production of crops, livestock and poultry; fur
production; or, bee keeping, situated on a parcel of land used for the farm operation.
Fence: A vertical structure used to enclose or screen areas of land according to Section 3.8 of this
Bylaw.
Flood: A temporary rise in the water level that results in the inundation of areas not ordinarily
covered by water.
Flood Fringe: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest Regulations.
Flood Plain: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest Regulations.
Flood Proofed: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest Regulations.
Floodway: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest Regulations.
Frontage (Site Frontage): The distance across the front site line along a public road (a site must
front on a road).
G
Garage, Private: A building or part of a building used for, or intended to be used for the storage of
motor vehicles and wherein neither servicing nor repairing of such vehicles are carried on for
remuneration.
Gas Bar: A building or place where fuel and automotive fluids are sold and may be added to a
vehicle on the property, and which may have a convenience store and/or restaurant.
Geotechnical Analysis: An assessment or estimation by a qualified expert of the earth's subsurface
and the quality and or quantity of environmentally mitigative measures that would be necessary for
development to occur.
Grade: The average elevation of the natural ground level at the walls of a building or structure as
determined by the elevation of the outside corners of the building.
Greenhouse, Commercial: A building for the growing of flowers; plants; shrubs; trees; and, similar
vegetation that are not necessarily transplanted outdoors on the same site, though are sold directly
at wholesale or retail from the site.
Greenhouse, Private: A building for the growing of flowers; plants; shrubs; trees; and, similar
vegetation that are transplanted outdoors on the same site containing such greenhouse(s), and
where greenhouse products may not be offered for sale.
H
Hazardous Industry/Substance: A substance that, because of its quality, concentration, physical,
chemical or infectious characteristics, either individually or in combination with other substances on
the site is an existing or potential threat to the physical environment, to human health, or other
living organisms.
Hazard(ous) Land: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest Regulations.
Heritage Resource: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest Regulations.
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 the regulations of the Department of Highways entitled the Erection of Signs Adjacent to
Provincial Highway Regulations, 1986.
Holding Tank: A digestion chamber in which sewage is received and retained to be transported to a
final point of disposal.
Home or Farm Based Business: Development consisting of the use of a conforming dwelling unit
or residential accessory building as a business by the resident or residents, which is incidental and
secondary to the residence and does not change the building's exterior character. This does not
include a home office or the production or retail of cannabis, or any use that is listed as
discretionary or prohibited in the specific zoning district.
Home Office: An office located within a dwelling unit where a resident may carry out typical office
work for remuneration but does not meet with any clients or customers on site.
Hotel: A building, structure or part of a building or structure in which sleeping accommodation with
or without meals is provided for tourists or travelers, and where guests register or record is kept.
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Industrial Use: The use of land, buildings or structures for the manufacturing, processing,
assembling, fabrication, warehousing, and/or storage of goods and materials.
Institutional Use: The use of land, buildings or structures for religious; charitable; educational;
health; or, welfare purposes and included churches; public or private schools; nursery schools;
hospitals; and, special care.
Intensity of Use: The density of use, number of units, size of development, or bulk, form or number
of buildings or structures for a permitted, discretionary or prohibited use.
Intensive Livestock Operation (ILO): As defined in The Agricultural Operations Act.
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K
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Landfill: A specially engineered site for disposing of solid waste on land, constructed so that it will
reduce hazard to public health and safety.
Livestock: Domesticated animals used primarily as beasts of burden or for the production of fur,
hides, meat, milk, eggs or other product, or as breeding stock, and excludes companion animals.
Loading Space: A space measuring at least 2.5 metres (8.2 ft.) in width and 8.5 metres (27.9 ft.) in
depth, located on a parcel, and having access to a road or land, in which a vehicle may park to load
or unload.
Lot: An area of land with fixed boundaries on record with the Information Services Corporation (ISC)
by Certificate of Title. For the purposes of this Bylaw the term "lot" and "site" shall be deemed not to
mean the same. A site may constitute more than one lot if they are contiguous and under the same
landowner.
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Manufacturing: The mechanical or chemical transformation of materials or substances into new
products including the assembling of component parts, the manufacturing of products and the
blending of materials.
Mineral Exploration and Development: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest
Regulations.
Mineral Resources: As defined in the Mineral Resources Act, 1985.
Minister: The Minister of Government Relations for the Government of Saskatchewan.
Motel: A building or group of buildings on a parcel designed and operated to provide individual
rental units for the use of the traveling public, each unit containing at least a bedroom and
bathroom and providing convenient access to a parking space for the use of the occupants of the
unit.
Municipal Facility: A building and/or site owned and/or operated by a municipal government,
including but not limited to offices, public works, public utilities, and community facilities.
Municipal Reserve: Dedicated lands that are provided to a municipality for public use, or that were
dedicated as public reserve and transferred to a municipality pursuant to The Act.
Municipal Road: A public roadway subject to the direction, control and management of the R.M.
N
Natural Areas: An area relatively undisturbed by human activities and characterised by indigenous
species including remnant or self-sustaining areas with native vegetation, water or natural features.
Net Metering: A billing arrangement that allows customers with grid-connected energy systems to
receive credit for any excess electricity generated on-site and provided to the utility grid.
Non-Conforming Site: A site consisting of one (1) or more contiguous parcels that, on the date 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 Bylaw for
that use.
Non-Conforming Use: Any use of land, building, or structure lawfully existing or under construction
where permits have been issued at the time of passing this Bylaw, the use of which does not comply
with all the regulations of this Bylaw governing the zoning district in which it is located.
Noxious Use or Condition: Any use or facility that causes or produces harmful or hazardous noise;
vapours; smoke; dust (particles suspending in or transported by air); vibrations; electrical or
electromagnetic fields; glare; or, light.
O
Office: 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 or trade
are stored; trans-shipped; sold; or, processed.
Official Community Plan (OCP): The R.M. of Glen McPherson No. 46 Official Community Plan Bylaw
No. 04-2025, as per Section 32 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007.
Open Space: Passive and structured leisure and recreation areas that enhance the aesthetic quality
and conserve the environment of the community, including parks; recreation; tourism nodes; and,
natural areas.
P
Parcel: An area of land with fixed boundaries on record with the Information Services Corporation
(ISC) by Certificate of Title. For the purposes of this Bylaw the term "parcel" and "site" shall be
deemed not to mean the same. A site may constitute more than one parcel if they are contiguous
and under the same landowner.
Parking Lot: An open area, other than a road, used for temporary parking of more than four (4)
vehicles and available for public or private use.
Parking Space: A space within a building or parking lot for the parking of one (1) motor or
recreational vehicle including convenient access to a public right-of-way that shall be not less than
2.5 metres (8.2 ft.) in width and 5.5 metres (18.0 ft.) in length.
Personal Services: The provision of services related to a customer's personal and/or grooming
needs, excluding the provision of health related services.
Place of Worship: A building set aside by any religious organization for public worship. Typical uses
include churches; chapels; mosques; temples; synagogues; and, parish halls.
Processing: The processing and preparation of commodity or commodities produced off-site and
may be sourced from multiple locations.
Public Utility: A government, municipal or corporation under Federal or Provincial statue which
operates a public work and/or provides a service to the general public.
Public Works: Under The Act, means:
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systems for the production, distribution or transmission of electricity;
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systems for the distribution, storage or transmission of natural gas or oil;
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facilities for the storage, transmission, treatment, distribution or supply of water;
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facilities for the collection, treatment, movement or disposal of sanitary sewage;
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telephone, cable television or light distribution or transmission lines; or
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facilities for the collection, storage, movement and disposal of storm drainage.
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Quarter Section: Approximately 64.8 ha (160 acres) or a lesser amount that remains due to the
original survey, road widening, road right-of-way or railway plans, drainage ditch, pipeline or
transmission line development, or natural features such as water courses or water bodies as
defined by the Township Plan of Survey in the Land Titles Office.
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Recreational Use: The use of land for parks; playgrounds; tennis courts; lawn bowling greens;
indoor and outdoor skating rinks; curling rinks; athletic fields; golf courses; picnic areas; swimming
pools; day camps; community centres; and, all similar uses, together with the necessary and
accessory buildings and structures; though does not include the racing of animals or motorized
vehicles.
Recreational Use, Commercial: The use of land, building(s), or structure(s) for the purpose
of selling a recreational amenity, including but not limited to the racing of animals or
motorized vehicles, and paintball.
Recreational Vehicle (RV): A vehicle intended to provide temporary living accommodation, built as
part of, or to be towed by a motor vehicle to be used on public highway without special permit.
Recreational vehicles include truck campers; motor homes; fifth wheel trailers; travel trailers; and,
tent trailers.
Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park: An area of land managed as a unit, providing short-term
accommodation for recreational vehicles including accessory facilities such as administration offices
and laundry facilities.
Residential Use: The use of land, buildings or structures for human habitation.
Restaurant: A building or part of a building wherein food is prepared and offered for sale to the
public primarily for consumption within the building. Limited facilities may be permitted to provide
for a take-out food function provided that such a facility is clearly secondary to the primary
restaurant use.
Retail Store: A building or part thereof, or a place where goods; wares; merchandise; substances;
or, articles are offered or kept for sale or rent. This may include limited servicing and manufacturing
of products onsite for sale on the site, so long as it is accessory to the principal retail use of the site.
Rezoning: The act of changing the land use zoning district of land through an application for a
zoning amendment, subject to conditions of this Bylaw and approval from Council.
Right-of-Way: The land set aside for use as a roadway or utility corridor.
Road or Roadway: The whole and entire width of every highway, public road or road allowance
vested in Her Majesty, in the right of the Province of Saskatchewan, and shown as such on a plan of
survey registered at the Information Services Corporation (ISC).
Road, Internal Subdivision: A road or roadway that is not part of the original township survey and
has been subdivided to provide internal circulation, in the case of a service road, access to sites.
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Safe Building Elevation (SBE): A level as defined by the Ministry of Government Relations, at the
time of subdivision to which flood proofing is required. The SBE is calculated as the Estimated Peak
Water Level (EPWL) plus a freeboard value to allow for uncertainties in calculations and other
possible hazards such as ice push, ice jams, wind, waves, and erosion.
Salvage Yard: A facility where second-hand, discarded or scrap materials are bought; sold;
exchanged; stored; processed; or, handled. Materials include scrap iron; structural steel; rages;
rubber tires; discarded goods; equipment; appliances; or, machinery.
School: An educational facility under the jurisdiction of a Board of Education; a college; university;
or, any other school established and maintained either wholly or partially at public expense,
whether or not the same is a boarding school and includes any dormitory building accessory to the
school.
Service Station: A site used for the retail sale of lubricating oils and fuel, automobile accessories
and for the servicing and repairing of motor vehicles essential to the operation of a motor vehicle.
This does not include an auto body or painting shop, car sales lot or car washing establishment.
Setback: A required minimum separation distance, usually from the nearest point of a building or
structure to a site line, railway, or centre line of a public road allowance.
Shipping Container (Sea / Rail Can, Box Car, etc.): A standardized reusable steel box used for the
secure storage and efficient intermodal movement of materials and products. It does not contain a
foundation or wheels for movement.
Sight Triangle: The triangular area formed, on corner sites, by the intersection front and side site
lines at an intersection and the straight line joining said site lines, as demonstrated by FIGURE 3 and
described in Section 3.16.3 of this Bylaw.
Sign: Any device, letter, figure, symbol, emblem or picture, which is affixed to or represented directly
or indirectly upon the exterior of a building, structure or a piece of land and which identifies or
advertises any object, product, place, activity, person, organization, or business in such a way as to
be visible to the public on any road or thoroughfare.
Sign, Billboard: A private free-standing sign, including supporting structure, which
advertises goods; products; services; organizations; or facilities that are available from,
located on or refer to a site other than the site on which the sign is located.
Sign, Directional or Wayfinding: Signage located off-site providing direction to, and
information about, a specific enterprise or activity, which does not contain general
advertising.
Site: An area of land, consisting of one (1) or more continuous parcels with the same landowner,
considered as a unit devoted to a certain use or occupied by a building or permitted group of
buildings, and the customary accessories and open spaces belonging to the same. For the purposes
of this Bylaw the term "parcel" and "site" shall be deemed not to mean the same. A site may
constitute more than one parcel if they are contiguous and under the same landowner.
Site, Corner: A site at the intersection of two (2) or more public roadways.
Site Area: The total horizontal area within the site lines of a site.
Site Coverage: The percentage of the site area covered by all the buildings above the ground level.
Site Line: Any boundary of a site.
Site Line, Front: The boundary that divides the site from the public road allowance,
highway or road. In the case of a corner site, the site boundary that abuts the public road
allowance, highway or road to the front of the principal building shall be deemed to be the
front site line. Site frontage for a non-rectangular site shall be defined as the mean of the
measured front and rear site lines.
Site Line, Rear: The site line at the rear of the site, opposite the front site line.
Site Line, Side: A site line other than a front or rear site line.
Site Plan: A plan showing the location of existing and proposed buildings and other features on a
site in relationship to the site lines as further described in Section 2.3.2(d).
Solar Energy System, Commercial: A solar panel energy conversion system consisting of solar
panels and associated control or conversion electronics, which is intended to produce power for
resale or off-site distribution.
Solar Energy System, Private: A solar energy conversion system consisting of solar panels and
associated control or conversion electronics, where the priority and intention is to provide electrical
power for use on-site (either behind the meter or off-grid).
Stakeholders: Individuals, groups or organizations who have a specific interest or "stake" in a
particular need, issue, situation or project and may include members of the local community,
residents, community groups, or local, provincial and federal governments.
Storage Facility: A commercial business that rents or leases storage rooms; lockers; containers;
modular storage units; and/or, outdoor space for businesses and individuals to store and access
their goods.
Structure: Anything that is built, constructed or erected that is located on the ground, or attached
to something located on or in the ground.
Subdivision: A division of land, including a division of a quarter section, into legal subdivision as
described in the regulations made pursuant to the Land Surveys Act, 2000.
Suite, Garage or Garden: An accessory dwelling unit located within a detached accessory building
that has cooking, sleeping, and sanitary facilities which are separate from those of the single-
detached dwelling. Typically, garden suites are standalone structures while garage suites are either
attached to or located above a detached garage.
Suite, Secondary: An accessory dwelling unit which may located within a single-detached dwelling
or in a detached accessory building on the same property as a single-detached dwelling.
Sustainable: As defined in The Statements of Provincial Interest Regulations.
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Use: The activity or purpose for which any land, building, structure or premise, or part thereof is
arranged, designed or intended, occupied or maintained.
Use, Accessory: See "Accessory".
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, as contained in this Bylaw.
Use, Permitted: A use or development which is rightfully allowed in its Zoning District
subject to the regulations of this Bylaw and following application for a development permit
that is approved by the Development Officer.
Use, Principal: The main or primary activity, for which a site or its buildings are designed;
arranged; developed; intended; or, for which is occupied or maintained.
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Vacation Rental: The short-term rental of a dwelling unit as temporary accommodation by a person
or group of persons for up to 30 days or based on a daily or weekly rate by way of concession,
permit, lease, license, rental agreement or similar arrangement, unless otherwise prohibited by this
Bylaw, or any other Bylaw of the R.M. A Vacation Rental may also include a single-detached dwelling
which is owner occupied, and in which not more than two bedrooms are rented.
Vehicle Service Establishment: Includes all land uses which perform repair and maintenance
services to motorized vehicles and contain all operations (except vehicle storage) entirely within an
enclosed building.
W
Warehousing: The use of a building for the storage and distribution of wholesale goods and
materials.
Waterbody: A lake; pond; reservoir; lagoon; swamp; marsh; wetland; or, any other area containing
standing surface water, either permanently or intermittently.
Watercourse: A river, stream, creek, gully, ravine, spring, coulee, valley floor, drainage ditch or any
other channel having a bed and sides or banks in which water flows either permanently or
intermittently.
Wind Energy System: Any structure(s) used for the conversion, production, and transmission of
wind energy into electrical energy and related facilities connected to a substation or metering point.
Wind Energy System, Commercial (Wind Farm): Wind energy conversion system
consisting of wind turbine(s), a tower and associated control or conversion electronics,
which is intended to produce power for resale.
Wind Energy System, Private: Wind energy conversion system consisting of wind
turbine(s), a tower and associated control or conversion electronics, where the priority and
intention is to provide electrical power for use on-site (either behind the meter or off-grid).
Work Camp: A temporary residential complex used to house workers/contractors on a temporary
basis of more than 28 days and less than two years. The camp is made up of three or more mobile
units or travel trailers, clustered in such fashion as to provide sleeping, food preparation/eating,
recreation, parking and other basic living facilities. Modular, manufactured, or any type of dwelling
on permanent foundations are not permitted. Typically, this use is required seasonally to support
the short-term housing demands of a large-scale construction workforce.
X
Y
Yard: Uncovered space, open to the sky on the same site with a building or structure.
Yard, Front: The area from the front building line and the front site line, between the side
site lines.
Yard, Rear: The area from the rear building line and the rear site line, between the side site
lines.
Yard, Side: The area between the side lot line and the nearest wall of the principal or
accessory building or structure on the site.
Z
Zoning District: Divisions identified in the Zoning Bylaw according to Section 5.0 of this Bylaw that
establish permitted and discretionary uses as well as development standard
EXHIBIT B: ZONING DISTRICT MAP