HomeMy WebLinkAboutDSD-19-233 - New Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) - Stage 2aREPORT TO:Planning & Strategic Initiatives Committee
DATE OF MEETING:October 22, 2019
SUBMITTED BY:Alain Pinard, Director of Planning
PREPARED BY:Tim Donegani, Senior Planner 519-741-2200 ext. 7067
CraigDumart, Planner519-741-2200 x7072
Preet Kohli, Technical Assistant519-741-2200 x7041
WARD(S) INVOLVED:All
DATE OF REPORT:September 27, 2019
REPORT NO.:DSD-19-233
SUBJECT:New Zoning By-law (Stage 2a) – Residential Base Zones
Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy)
Project
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City-initiated Official Plan Amendmentregarding additional dwelling units,
attached to Report DSD-19-233as Appendix D, be adopted and accordingly forwarded to
the Region of Waterloo for approval; and
That the City-initiatedZoning By-law Amendment to implement CRoZBy Stage 2a -
Residential Base Zones, attached to report DSD-19-233as Appendix E be approved, and
receive three readings once By-law 2019-51 (CRoZBy Stage 1) is deemed to be in effect,
either in whole or in part; and further
That the issue of regulation of lodging houses in the Official Plan and Zoning By-law be
referred to the Affordable Housing Strategyfor further consideration.
BACKGROUND:
AZoning By-lawis a legal document and development must adhere to it. It controls the uses
that are permitted on a property, the size and dimensions of a propertyandthe size ofbuildings
and where they can be located on a lot.Typically there are a number of general and zone-
specific regulations. For example, a multiple dwelling (e.g. apartment building) is permitted in
the RES-6 zoneprovided that the building is set back from the front lot line by a minimum of 3.0
metres and is amaximum of 8 storeys tall.Since Zoning-By-laws apply to every property within
the City and deal with all sorts of circumstances for existing and future landuses, they contain
significant complexity and nuance.
The work program for a new Zoning By-law toimplementthenewOfficialPlan(2014)was
presented in 2014 which launched the Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy)
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project. Since then,the first drafts were released with each new zoning category (Commercial,
Employment, Urban Growth Centre, etc.) as part of an extensive and formal engagement
process. The first draftof the Residential zones was releasedfor public review inMay 2017
followed shortly by astatutory public open house and PSIC meetingfor initial feedback.Stage
1 of CRoZBy, which included all zones except for Residential and Urban Growth Centrezones
was approved in April 2019. Stage 1 is currently under appeal. The newZoning by-law will
eventually replace the current Zoning By-law, 85-1, in its entirety.
The 2017 ResidentialIntensificationin EstablishedNeighborhoods Study (RIENS) addressed
issues arising from infill and/or intensification within central neighbourhoodsand provided
recommendationsto beaddressed through CRoZBy. Further, the City’s New Urban Design
Manual(UDM2019) provides direction on the design of residential sites and buildings. The New
Official Plan, UDM and RIENS are key drivers for the residential component of the Zoning By-
law.
REPORT:
Project Approach
The residential component of CRoZByis being conducted in two parts. CRoZBy Stage 2a is
called the residential base zones, and is an amendment to the new ZoningBy-law (CRoZBy
Stage 1) to incorporate the residential zones.It includes residential zone categories, permitted
uses and regulations as well as generalregulations that pertain only to the residential zones.
Stage 2a does not apply the zones to any properties. Instead the new RES zones will be applied
through subsequent projectsdescribed in the Next Steps section of this report. Stage 2a can be
thought of as blending the colours on a painter’s palette to be applied to the map at a later stage.
Comparison to Existing Zoning By-law 85-1
The newResidential “RES” zones are very similar to the Residential “R” zones in By-law 85-1.
The recommended By-law continues with Kitchener’s “ahead-of-its-time” approach of permitting
a range of dwelling types within the same zone. A comparison of “R” and RES” zones is shown
in Figure 2and in more detail is provided in Appendix G.Some examples of key changes are:
R-1 and R-2 zones are consolidated into thenew RES-1.Regulations address estate
residential areas with limited services that require larger lots
Increase sideyard setbacksfor multiple dwellings to provide for landscaping and private
patios
R-7 and R-8 zones are consolidated into one RES-6 zone - the R-7 zone was previously
used infrequently
Removing the provision for 0 metre side yard setbacks for single detached dwellings from
the base zone because these were impractical and led to logistical challenges
expanding the range of compatiblenon-residential uses in medium and high-rise
residential zones (e.g. community space in an apartment building)
Highlights of New Residential Zones
The recommended by-law includes sevenresidential zonesthatwill beapplied in accordance
with the Official Plan’s Low Rise (RES-1 to RES-5), Medium Rise(RES-6) and High Rise
(RES-7) Residential land use designations. In general terms, as you move up through the zone
categories, development is permittedon smaller properties with a broader range of dwelling
types (e.g. apartments).
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Figure 1 - Official Plan Land use Designations are Relationship to Existing and Proposed
Residential Zones
Affordability and Additional Dwelling Units
Housing affordability was the most prevalent theme raised by the community.Although zoning
has limited influences on affordability,the recommended by-law addresses this issue as shown
below.
Figure 2 - Recommended zoning approaches that contribute to Housing Affordability
•allow two additional units (e.g. basement apartments, granny flats and
Additional
backyard tiny houses) on most most residential lots
•regulations and site plan control to ensure function and compatability
dwelling units
•Allow a range of housing types within most zones
•Provide for a full range and mix of housing types, inclluding missing
Range and mix
middle (eg basement appartments, tiny houses, granny flats,
townhouses and stacked townhouses) across the city
of housing
•plan for mid-rise and high-rise apartments near to transit
•Allow lodging houses in RES-4 through RES-7 zones
Lodging house
•Refer minimum sepperation distance and use permissions in OP and
zoning to the Affordable Housing Strategy
permissions
The Official Plan and Zoning By-law(85-1) currently allowsecond dwelling units(e.g. duplex or
basement apartment)in association with single detached dwellings.Bill 108, the More Homes
More Choices Act requiresmunicipalities to allow additional dwelling units, both attached (e.g.
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basement apartment or duplex) and detached (coach housesor granny flats) in association with
single detached, semi-detached and townhouse dwellings subject to reasonable regulations.
While Kitchener has widely permitted duplexessince 1994, allowing additional dwelling units
both attachedand detached, for a total of three unitson a lot asshown belowrepresent a
significant change in zoning approach.
Figure 3 - Two additional dwelling units on a lot – possible configurations
A: AdditionalDwellingsUnits B: Additional Dwelling Units
(one attached and one detached)(two attached)
Both these configurations are subject to regulations for lot width, lot area, requirement for
municipal services, parking and landscaped area. While allowing for configuration “A” is
provincially mandated, configuration “B” is not.
The impact of “B”, with three units in one building is similar to or less than in “A”.The
recommended zoningand official plan amendment allows both scenarios to provide more,
potentially affordable housing options across the City. To protect against potential
neighbourhood impacts arising from demolition and replacement, staffrecommend limiting
configuration “B” to existing buildings with small additions. Two additional dwelling units
(attached) and additional dwelling units (detached) are proposed to be subject to siteplan
approval to address mattersincluding parking, site grading, emergency access, building design,
landscapingand tree management.
The Official Plan (2014), provides the policy basis for additional dwelling units attached and
detached. The recommended Official Plan Amendment updates terminology, removes the
requirement for a Zoning By-law amendment to permit additionaldwelling units (detached) and
provides criteria for the review of additional dwelling units.
Driveway/Garage Regulations
Driveways and garages in low-rise residential zones are a challenging topic. It is important that
zoning regulations consider:
the need to provide for parking vehicleson private property;
accommodation of utilities and street trees;
impacts on on-street parking;
impacts on stormwater management; and
impacts of a streetscape dominated by cars.
The May 2017 draft of the residential zones only allowed single-car garages and drivewayson
lots 12.1 metresin width or less. Staff received significant feedback that thisapproach was too
restrictive.The recommended by-law addresses these issues as shown in Figure 4:
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Figure 4 - Recommended Maximum Garage and Driveway Width
2.4moflandscapearearequriedbetweentwosingle
detacheddriveways
reductionsinthemaximumpercentageofadwelling’s
widththatcanbegarage
Residential Intensification in Established Neighbourhoods Study (RIENS) and
Neighbourhood Strategy
In March 2017 Council endorsed RIENS (CSD-17-009 and CSD-17-032) that addressed issues
arising from infill and intensification within central neighbourhoods. Thefour zoning
recommendations from RIENS are summarised and addressed as shown in the figure below:
Figure 5 - Zoning response to RIENS recommendations
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Building Building HeightGarageAppropriate
setback from zoning of sites
•Maximum Projection
streetcurrently zoned
building height
•Garage cannot
R-6 or R-7
•building must of 9.0m
project beyond
be setback in between two
•A preliminary
living space
line with buildings that
review and site
•change to 2018
neighbours +/-are less than
visits were
amendment to
1m6.5m in height
85-1 to ensure
conducted to all
•carries forward
living space
such areas
2018 changes
above garage is
•Formal zoning
to 85-1 with
not counted
minor
to be updated
•require garage
adjustments
through Stage
to be setback
based on staff
2b and
5.5m from front
experience
of house in
Neighbourhood
areas without
Planning
garage
Reviews
character
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Although the neighbourhood strategy does not specifically directany zoning recommendations,
the measure outlined in the figure below addressesthe importance of front porchesidentified in
the strategy.
Figure 6 - Zoning recommendations arising from the neighbourhood Strategy
FrontPorches
•Areaspecificprovisionrequiringporcheswherethisisthe
predominantneighbourhoodcharecter
•CRoZByStage1setaminimumusableporchsize
Urban Design
On April 29, 2019 Council resolved:
“That to further address and ensure an appropriate transition of maximum building height
between adjacent and proximate zones, Planning staff prepare site specific provisions or
modifications to the Zoning By-law through a consultative process. This may occur through
the review of specific neighbourhoods (i.e. current process of reviewing secondary plan
areas) and/or future stages of the new Zoning By-law. “
In consideration of this resolution, the recommended by-law includes a new general provision
that addresses transition of taller buildings to low rise residential zones. The new approach is a
design driven solution applied to all zone categories whereby a building can be no more than 12
metres in height within 15 metres of a low rise residential property. It provides visual transitions,
building articulation, adequate landscaping and reduces height with associated overlook and
shadow concerns when compared to other transition approaches that were considered. The
resolution will be further addressed through the site-specific zoning established in NPR and
CRoZBy Stage 2b.
Other key urban design considerations that have been incorporated into the by-law include:
increasing minimum lot frontages for cluster townhouse and multiple dwellings to ensure
these can be designed to address the street;
ensuring lot width, driveway width and number of dwellings in a townhouse block
regulations enable a streetscape that accommodates large street trees along with required
infrastructure; and
providingfor private patios and landscaping within setbacks to cluster townhouses and
multiple dwellings.
The recommended by-law complimentsthe City’s new Urban Design Manual without duplication.
For example,the by-law requires 20%landscaped area for mid-riseand high-rise buildings,
whereas the UDM states, “All sites are to be comprehensively landscaped including substantial
tree planting, generous landscape buffers, and planting beds which provide screening between
pedestrian pathways and drive aisles, parking areas and site function and servicing elements”.
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Analysis
The Recommended official plan amendment to provide for additional dwelling units (detached)
and update terminology meets the requirements of the Planning Act as amended by Bill 108,
and conforms and is consistent with the; the Provincial Policy Statement (2014); A Place to Grow
(2019); and Region’s Official Plan (2009) while advancing Official Plan policies and objectives .
The recommended Zoning By-law amendment for residential base zones (CRoZByStage 2a)
implements, is consistent with and conforms to the City’s Official Plan (2014); the Region’s
Official Plan (2009); the Provincial Policy Statement (2014); A Place to Grow (2019); and the
Planning Act.Furthermore, it implements applicable recommendations from RIENS and aligns
with key directions established in the Urban Design Manual. Key Official Plan considerations
include:
The seven Residential zones conform to the Low Rise, Medium Rise and High Rise
Residential policies of section 15.D.3 including minimum and maximum height and Floor
Space Ratio.
The permitted uses and regulations in residential zones, the eventual application of these
zones geographically, and the general approach to heighttransition to low rise residential
zones provides for compatibility in height, massing and built form. Additional compatibility
regulations are provided for the Central Neighbourhoods (sections 4.C.1.7, 15.D.3.3-4,
and 11.C.1.26-28).
The residential zones provide for the full range and mix of housing types, styles, lot sizes,
densities and tenures and affordability to meet the various needs of Kitchener residents
(section 4.1.1).
Next Steps
Because CRoZBy Stage 1, By-law 2019-51 is under appeal, council cannot formally pass a by-
law to amend it in order to incorporate Stage 2a. Accordingly staff are recommending thatthis
by-lawamendmentbe giventhird reading at such time as By-law 2019-51 is deemed to be in
effect.
There are approximately 50,000 properties within theCity that will be zoned residential.
Residential zoning will be applied to these properties either through:
Neighbourhood Planning Reviews(NPR) for landsincluded in secondary plans
(scheduled for December 2019 and thereafter); and
Through CRoZBy Stage 2b for lands not included in a NPR. In order to review existing
zoning permissions and provide updated zoning on these properties, and to consult with
property owners, staff will be applying residential zoning on a Ward-by-Ward basis
(scheduled for 2020).
In addition to the above, staff will also be preparing implementation tools including updates to
site plan approval processand documents to assist property owners interested in developing
additional dwelling units.
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ALIGNMENT WITH CITY OF KITCHENER STRATEGIC PLAN:
People-friendly transportation
Vibrant economy
Caring community
Great customer service
2019 Business Plan – NB11 Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
The CRoZBy project is currently within its allocated budget.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
The CRoZBy project primarily utilized the themes of “INFORM’ and “CONSULT” from the City’s
Community Engagement Policy and is going significantly above and beyond the typical
requirements of the Planning Act. Descriptions of engagement method and results are
documented in the previous CRoZBy reports, highlighted below, and described more fully in
Appendix B.
The primary consultation activities pertaining to CRoZBy stage 2a – Residential base included:
a meeting of PSIC committee to table the first draft residential zones on May 29, 2017
a statutory open house held on June 21, 2017
an online survey July-August2019 that received 342 response (detailed in Appendix
B)
in-person engagement with the development community represented by the Waterloo
Region Home Builders Association(WRHBA) Kitchener Liaison Committee and
CRoZBy subcommittee(three meetings in spring/summer 2019).
WRHBA comments focus primarily on low-rise residential zones, particularly requests for
consideration of smallerlot dimension and larger building envelopes, and on the recommended
approach to maximum garage and driveway widthand suggestion's for improved wording. They
also had questions of clarity, geographic application of new zones and transition from the existing
by-law. The recommended by-law addresses all of these comments
Written comments received since May 2017 and detailed staff response to these are included in
Appendix C. Some key themes and responses are included in the following table.
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Key ThemeResponse
May 2017 draft garage and
Revised approach to drivewaysandgarages to be less
Driveways width regulation are
restrictive.
too restrictive
Requests to allow6m wide double garages on lots as small
at 11m (36’) is not supported by staff.
Housing Affordability
Broader permission for Additional dwelling units
Full range and mix of housing and variety of permitted
dwelling types within many zones.
Permissions for lodging houses are expanded with further
study recommended.
Consider smaller lot widths and
Some reductionsin corner lot widthsand lot areas for semi-
areas in in several low rise
detached dwellings
residential zones
Increase building envelope in low
Increased allowable lot coverage for principal building to55%
rise residential zones
Allow covered decks to project into the required rear yard
Allow lodging houses in all RES
Permit lodging houses in RES-4 through RES-7 zones.
zones and remove minimum
Consideration of OP and zoning treatment of lodging houses
separation distance requirement
referred to affordable housing strategy
Support tiny houses
Tiny houses are permitted as a standalone dwelling and in
addition to single detached, semi-detached and townhouse
dwellings
Nozoning regulation of unit size
Ensure that residential
RIENS recommendations implemented and regulations
intensification maintains central
established for additional dwelling units
neighbourhood character
This report will be posted on the City’s CRoZBy project webpage, digitally sent to the project
contact list (over 1000 individuals), sent to prescribed agencies, and advertised in The Record
th
in accordance with the requirements of the Planning Acton September 27, 2019. Also, the
report is available on the City’s website with the agenda in advance of the council / committee
meeting.
PREVIOUS CONSIDERATION OF THIS MATTER:
Report CSD-13-067 – City of Kitchener Zoning By-law 85-1 Update & Work Program
Report CSD-14-027 – Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) – Work
Program
Report CSD-15-012 – CRoZBy Component A – First Draft (Framework, Mixed Use,
Employment, Natural Heritage, Floodplain, Recreation, Stormwater Management Zones)
Report CSD-15-013 – CRoZBy Comprehensive Review of Off-Street Parking and Loading
Regulations Background Study
Report CSD-16-022 – CRoZBy Component B – First Draft (Urban Growth Centre Zones,
other)
Report CSD-16-070 – CRoZBy Component C – First Draft (Institutional Zones)
Report CSD-17-024 - CRoZBy Component D – First Draft (Commercial and Agriculture
Zones)
Report CSD-17-045 - CRoZBy Component E – First Draft (Residential Zones)
Report CSD-17-051 - CRoZBy Next Steps - Council Strategy Session
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Report DSD 19-049 – New Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) – Stage 1 – Non-Residential Zones
Report DSD 19-106– New Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) – Stage 1 – Deferred Items: Urban
Growth Centre Bonusing/Zoning
Report DSD-19-130 - New Zoning By-law (Stage 1) - Deferred Items
The majority of these reports relate to consideration of CRoZBy as a whole or to Stage 1. Only
Report CSD-17-045 - CRoZBy Component E – First Draft (Residential Zones) relates exclusively
to CRoZBy Stage 2b.
CONCLUSION:
The recommended by-law for CRoZBy Stage 2a includes residential zone categories, permitted
uses and regulationsas well as general regulations that pertain only to the residential zones.
Stage 2a does notapply the zones to any properties.
The recommended by-lawaligns with provincialdirections regarding housing supply and
affordability by continuing with Kitchener’s leadership in supporting a mix of housing types in
various zones while further supporting the establishment of missing middle and affordable
housing forms. The recommendations enable the residential urban designexcellence that is a
critical component of building an innovative, vibrant, attractive, safe, complete and healthy
community contributing to an exceptional quality of life.
This residential component of the comprehensive Zoning By-law update is an important part of
completing the alignment of three of the main planning documents (new Official Plan, new
Zoning By-lawandnew Urban Design Manual). The recommended by-law includes a palate of
zones tobe appliedin central neighbourhoods and throughout the City.This work has adapted
to recent provincialandmunicipal changes.Kitchener continues to experience significant
development, including intensification in central neighbourhoods so it is important to have
modernized zoning in place.
REVIEWED BY:Brandon Sloan, Manager, Long Range and Policy Planning
Della Ross, Manager, Development Review
Janine Oosterveld, Manager, Site Development & Customer Service
Tina Malone-Wright, Senior Planner
ACKNOWLEDGED BY: Justin Readman - General Manager, Development Services
APPENDICES:
Appendix A – Statutory Public Meeting Notice
Appendix B – What We Heard(online only)
Appendix C - Comment Response Table
Appendix D – Official Plan Amendment
Appendix E - Zoning By-law Amendment
Appendix F – Working Consolidation of By-law 2019-51
Appendix G - Comparison of Zoning By-law 85-1 “R” zones to recommended “RES” zones
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017 draft allows for driveways up to 50% of the lot width in most
etached semi detached and townhouses, subject to regulations.
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law allows "Granny Flats" as a form of "Additional Dwelling Unit (law allows "Granny Flats" as a form of "Additionlaw would allow "Granny Flats" as a form of "Additional Dwelling Unit
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law does not require common amenity space in RES zones. Recommendations
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and UGC zones are outside the scope of this stage of CRoZBy. Therefore, the
association with single dassociation with single detached semi detached and townhouses, subject to regulations.
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Added to project mailing list
Staff ResponseThe recommended ByRES zoneThe recommended ByRES zoneThe recommended Byin all RES zones in association with single detaregulations. The recommended revisioncases. The recommended
byregarding the MIX recommendations in this letter are not applicable. The issue of amenity
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We have a small house and would like to have
the direction of the policy and its implications for
vity on the street level for both condo residents and the
and vibrant city, as well as proposed zoning regulations for
residential buildings. Free Space will shift the concept of
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Development in the Eastwood Neighbourhood of Kitchener: I would like to be
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CommentsLast October I inquired about whether or not granny flats were still permitted.time (see below) I was told that there was going to be a review of the zoning byallowing the possibility
for a granny flat on homeowner's properties.nothing on the City of Kitchener link that was provided and I am wondering whetor not this issue has come up yet?our mother come and live
with us.Are granny flats allowed in Kitchener? Where can I found out more info? My residence is Regarding Granny Flats / Secondary Dwelling Units: I was hoping we could chat about creating
sustainable, affordable housing in Kitchener.I noticed that in the new zoning bylaw there is a significant reduction in the allowed driveway width for residential lots under 12.1m wide
(Table 5unreasonable and will have a negative impact on many people in the city. The old driveway ratios (such as permitting a driveway up to 50% of lot width) are much more appropriate
and help to get cars off the street.REmore involved in the further development of our community. At the very lea venue for disseminating information for the fifty orplanning of an
entire city is a complicated affair that takes many heads, and requires plenty of resources. If by chance you think I might be a useful resoume to use. I'll be happy to take part.RE:
Alternative Use of Amenity Space for KitchenerProposing an innovative approach to how we plan, design and create activity at the street level in our core areas and intensification corridors.
within mid and highamenity space within residential condominiums to alter the zoning regulations to allow developers to use the money they are already required to invest in projects,
to create more experiential acticommunity at large.neighbourhoods and furthering the growth trajectory of our shared community and its importance in a growingthe City to consider as
it moves forward with its current and future zoning reviews.
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. Staff have
site specific
a clear distinction between a
Staff will consider adding a diagram as
provide
not subject to those provisions
ne frontage to have more than one
and treat the corner as the intersection of the
to the lot, not the units on the lot
apply
but found these unworkable. No change recommended.
, staff anticipate carrying forward many of the
clarified to
no longer usedno longer used
ibing material
garage and revised method for calculating driveway width enables
Wallaceton
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It is the intent of the bydrivewayRevised driveway regulations are Term italicizedTable replaceTable replaceRecommended approach is based on a percentage of lot width Side entrance garage
typically require wide side yards to accommodate turning circles. The revised approach to driveway and contemporary designs. The definition of corner lot speaks to this circumstancetangents
of lot lines forming an angle of 135 degrees or less. part of a futurThis regulation does not regulate driveway materials, but to driveway (with maximum width provisions) and a walkwayexplored
1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.Understanding is generally correct. Although we cannot predetermine the outcome of our work to apply
Staff Responsethe zones geographically in provisions in recently appro
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Hallman and Huron) will be
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does not permit driveways for secondary units
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designs are advantageous as they take garages out of the
multiple driveways may be permitted. I do not believe this is the
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a through lot, 5.3.b)ii) May want to clarify that this(i.e., basement apartments)Table 5Has consideration been given to limiting the width of the garage/driveway to a percentage of lot
width or frontage?The proposed provisions limit the width of garages to 3.6 m for smaller residential lots (12.1 m). There are contemporary house designs, which see the garage built
into the side of a dwelling and accessed by a drive aisle. From a design perspective, thesepublic realm while also providing an opportunity for a twobydriveways and garage widths by
a percenta5.3.g) Many lot lines are curved at intersections making the determination of this intersection difficult (as there is no true intersection). I would recommend a diagram illustrating
how the 9 m setback should be calc5.3.i) Is Zoning the appropriate mechanism to regulate driveway materials? Perhaps better suited for a property standards byGuidelines.
CommentsComments on the May 2017 Draft Asked for clarity regarding on the subsequent stages of CRoZBy.The zoning being brought forward in the Fall allow for implementation within secondary
plans.The recently approved zoning in Wallaceton (Fischerreflected in the form of site specific zoning within CROZBY (reduced driveway setbacksNew CROZBY base zones + approved site
specific regs will be applied in nonsecondary plan areas once the secondary plan processes are complete i.e. Wallaceton will maintain existing 85
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55% in total. This would allow residents to add a small accessory
that have 2 or more frontages on the same street.
includes a revised definition of lot width to provide for cluster townhouse
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The Rincluded as a permitted use in RESexisting or planned street character could be complimented with larger width townhouses. Differentiaobjectives when the zones are applied geographically.
minimum lot width for street townhouses in the RESAnd 3 recommended byreduces the minimum corner lot widths for street townhouse units to 12.0m (RES(RESporch and accommodate the 4.5m
exterior side yard setback. Single detached, semi detached and street townhouse building heights have been increase from 10.5m in byand privacy, and shadow impacts staff do not support
decreases rear yard setbacks in the base zones.required rear yard, providStaff have reviewed this regulation and agree it would be appropriate to increase the habitable portion of coverage
to 50% and maximum inhabitable coverage to 15%. The total maximum would be 55%. These never to exceed structure without exceed the 55% maximum.This is the intent of section 4.4.1 of
ByThe RESin medium rise areas where the character is more urban than in the low rise designations. law does not propose to reduce this required from yard. The Low Rise Residential section
of the Official Plan contains policies and provides direction as to when it is appropriate to permit an increase in FSR from 0.6 to 0.75. Rather than permitting a 0.75 FSR as of right
for properties located along arterial aapproach would where it can be demonstrated that the increase in the Floor Space Ratio is compatible and meets the general intent of the pRThe
recommended bylaw does not regulate amenity area. The recommended bylaw and multiple dwellings that
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lot width requirement from 12.8 metres to 10.5 metres. This proposed regulatiorequirement of 5.5 metres plus an exterior yard setback of 4.5 metres.Consider reducing the minimum rear
yard setback from 7.5 metres to 6.0 metres.Consider specifying a maximum coverage of 55% which is to include the dwelling as well as accessory buildings or structures. This approach
provides for design flexibility.Consider clarifying the minimum lot area and minimum lot width requirements relate to the original block givthrough the condominium process. Alternatively,
kindly confirm the general regulations relating to condominiums to address this matter. consider the same minimum front yard and rear yard requirements forand RESConsider adding notes
to Tables 7.5 and 7.6 to increase the floor space ratio to 0.75 for those lots having primary frontage on a Regional Road or City Arterial Road (Policy 15.(d).3.11 of the C"Consider
clarifying Note (5) such that the exclusive use patio can be included as part of the outdoor amenity area requirement.Some clarification is required with respect to Note (4). We assume
the intent is that a minimum outdoeach dwelling unit. If this is the case, the 40m2 requirement should reference the entire development which can include a minimum outdoor amenity area
of 2.0m2 per dwelling unit."
CommentsComments on May 2017 Draft Residential ZonesRegulations for Street Townhouse Dwelling Units1.2.3.4.5. Cluster Townhouse Dwelling Units1.2.3.4.5.
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The Minimum lot width of 13.7 metres for the RESwidth for the existing Raccommodate and provide for larger single detached housing options. Carrying forward the minimum 13.7m lot width
will aestablished development pattern of surrounding lands.See earlier responseSee earlier responseThe recommended byof width of the building as described in the staff report. These
provisions apply within the Central Neighbourhoods (RIENS area). These changes were added into Bywell. Staff are not contemplating revisions at this time but will continue to monitor
their effectiveness.The parking area has been amendment to permit parking spaces within the 7 metres triangle in all cases.Minimum lot width, side yard setbacks for exterior units,
maximum number of units in a block, driveway width, utilities, emergency services requirements, on street parking and space for utilities and street trees must all work together to
demonstrated that 8 townhouse units within a building can meet these objectives, when they are coupled reduction in the maximum driveway to from 65% to 60% of the lot width.reflected
inin a RESadditional dwelling units (attached).These have been considered and implemented where possible.applies particularly to parking requirements. Parking rates were considered
as part of CRoZBy Stage 1 and are not in scope for review now. Staff pbuildings.The at our meeting and are open to additional feedbaStaff are amenable to this change.
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Consider reducing thConsider reducing the minimum lot width for the RES12.0 metresCRESConsider clarifying the maximum lot coverage such that the maximum includes the dwelling unit as
well as accessory buildings or stdesign flexibility.The maximum private garage width of 3.6 metres for interior lots less than 12.1 metres and corner lots less than 15.5 metres is problematic.
In the alternative, we suggest the maximum garage width and drivewaexpressed as a percentage of the unit width. Similar comments are made with respect to corner lots that are wider
than 15.4 metres and interior lots that are wider than 12.1 metres.Consider revising Section 5.3(e) to make provision garages provided the garages do not project beyond porches.Consider
revising Section 5.3(g) to make provision for garages to be located within the front yard at a distance of 7 metres from the exterior lot line for those lots thatConsider increasing
the maximum number of townhouse dwelling units in the RESthe RESshould be considered in the RESAs a general comment, consider rationalizing the regulations such that street fronting
towns wittownhouse dwellings.Consider clarifying Note (4) as follows:limited in size in accordance with the regulations Some clarification is required with respect to secondary dwellings
(note the Consider clarifying that small residential care facilities are also permitted in the RES
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Lot area amended for RESTransportation staff have since supportedmetres accordingly.See earlier responseSee earlier responseThe recommended bytransition adjacent to low rise residential
zones. metres of a low rise residential zone.See earlier responseThese minimum lot widths are escluster townhouse development with a driveway, landscaping, private amenity are and practical
building depth. TThe zones will not be applied geographically anywhere (including Rosenberg) at this time.This was discussed at our meetingSite specific provisions will be addressed
in subsequent stages of the residential zoning project.Confirmed. Please see the definition of Multiple Dwelling and Back2019Backrequirement. A freehold tenure would be better considered
on a The implied minimum lot depth for single detached dwellings are as follows: RES30.0m; RESzoned predominantly zoned Renabled by the proposed zones. Also see the previous response
regarding 6.0 m rear yards.
Table 71.2.3. Table 71.2.3.4.General1.2.3.4.5.6.7.Other considerationsMinimum lot area should be increased and have concluded increasing the lot area from 355m² to 395is appropriate
and will provide for additional landscape area and amenity space. The minimum lot dimensions to achieve the minimum 395m² lot area would require a lot width of 13.1m and a lot depth
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Consider reducing the minimum lot area requirement to 210m2. This provides for a lot depth of 28 metres.Consider reducing the minimum corner lot width from 12.8 metres to 12.0 metres.
This prosetback of 4.5 metres.Consider clarifying the maximum lot coverage is related to the total of all buildings and structures without distinguishing between the principle dwelling
unitaccessory buildings or structures.Consider clarifying the notes to provide for a floor space ratio of 0.75 in the RES4 and RESCoConsider clarifying Note (6) to ensure that the 40m2
minimum outdoor amenity is not required for eachConsider reducing the minimum lot width requirement given design issues will be dealt with through the site plan approval process.Zoning
schedules should be prepared and circulated together with the residential zones.Please Planning area at this time.Further discussion is required regarding transition provisions relative
to applications that are in process.Discussion is required regarding carrying forwardand regulation provisions that have been approved.related regulations for multiple dwelling apply
to this form of housing.Regulations specific to housing has a 0 metre rear yard, reduced lot area and increased lot coverage.given to regulations which provide for reduceincreased lot
coverage
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major recreational equipment on lots within a RES zone shall be located fully within
Staff ResponseThe definition of major recreational equipment has been updated to include allsimilar equipment.Parking or storage of an enclosed building or structure. Major recreational
equipment may be parked or stored in a rear yard, an interior side yard, or in a carport provided that it is screenedrecreational equipment may be parked or stored on a driveway between
May 1 and October 31 provided that such equipment is located outside of a driveway visibility triangle.Staff are proposing to require side yard or rear yard within a private garage
or on a driveway. You will no longer be able to park motor vehicles on landscaping in the rear yard.
k when parked
him on more
about visibility while
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a driveway down the side yard between the houses.
hbourhood of lawns, flower beds and garden sheds when
oved around as needed (weekly or more) which involves needing
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CommentsFurther to our phone conversation this morning here is the email and photos to follow as mentioned. This property is 2 doors down from my property. A bylaw officer has visited
and said all is within regulations.I have included photos of street parking as storing vehicles on the property leads to the toy hauler , RV and long flatbed being brought to the property
as well (I think the current street parking bylaws are adequate though I hesitate to initiate action on iin chronological order starting in April to this week.The home was purchased
last November with constant renovations going on until the owner moved in this past April.I started with 2 renters' vehicles parked in thehas generally been full of the owner's vehicles.
The oversized (extra deep) double garage is NOT used to park vehicles. 4 ATVs and a golf cart type of vehicle moved into the back yard from the start and are parked come and go are
a couple of utility trailers, a flatbed trailer and 1 or 2 boat trailers, one of his pick up trucks, someone else's Hummer (he was selling it for him) and 2 large liquid storage tanks.These
items are mto drive over the sidewalk, front yard, side yard (RIGHT PAST NEIGHBOUR'S DINING ROOM WINDOW) and into the back.As can be expected the backyard is not being maintained.He
has moved into a neigwhat would suit him better would be pavement, parking and a garage and that is what he is currently trying to do. He says he has applied for a permit for a garage
in the backyard and would like to put He enjoys his ATVs, RV on the weekends and buying old vehicles and fixing them up etc....I don't begrudge anyone their hobbies but I think this
is going WAY too far and not something putting up a fence wilmultiple vehicle storage/usage. If I were buying the home I'm in now and saw that backyard it would be a significant reason
for me to walk away.I spoke to him yesterday about street parking and my concernbacking out of my driveway onto our busy street (had left him a note on the topic about a month and a
half ago). He feels picked on and I can understand why. One neighbour had called about the RV (26 feet?) overhanging the sidewalin the driveway broken down golf cart left on the front
lawn for 2 weeks (I ended up contacting bylaw about that) and the neighbours right next to him have complained to than one occasion of the vehicles in the back yard and that the back
yard is becoming decrepit (mice, skunks and unsightliness of vehicles). You may hear from them as well.This seems like a case of given an inch and taking a mile.Our RV fitsfits in
the garage. We store the RV off site during the winter. I have seen small pull behinds in back yards over the winter and that seems within reason. We all need to have fu
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Staff ResponseThe definition of major recreational equipment has been updated to include allsimilar equipment.Parking or storage of major recreational equipment on lots within a RES
zone shall be loan enclosed building or structure. Major recreational equipment may be parked or stored in a rear yard, an interior side yard, or in a carport provided that it is screened
by a 1.8 metre high visual barrier. Major recreational equipment that such equipment is located outside of a driveway visibility triangle.Staff are proposing to require side yard or
rear yard within a private garage or on a driveway. You will no longer be able to park motor vehicles on landscaping in the rear yard.
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lows the amenities for
worry about the value of our property
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25 feet from the property line therefore the window in the
oximately 600 sq.ft. in area and about 18 feet tall at the peak. It
solid wall and roof and now an air conditioner. I see the "peaked"
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ite upset as well) but going forward consideration needs to be given to the
CommentsMy request to you is to think about heavier regulation of parking ANY kind of motorized vehicle on a residential property in terms of number and size of vehicles and accessories
like trailers to avoid this type of situation. I would really like residenand not turned into parking lots.I wouldrear yard of 115 Gay Cres. in Kitchener. I am at 113 Old Chicopee
Dr. and approximately half of my property backs onto approximately half of 115 Gay Cres.The building is appris situated within about 3 feet of the property line with the entire foot
print backing onto my neighbour's property. It is about 8 feet from backing onto my property. My neighbour seesside of the building with a large window in the peak and sliding patio
doors installed on the corner of the building closest to my yard/home. The owner tells me he will be installing a deassume the deck will back onto my property quite closely. It looks
like a porch light is also going to be installed. Looking at his permit online I see that "bathroom" has now been added description. I have confidence that the owner/builder is knowledgeable
of and is adhering to the rights granted to him by the City of Kitchener. CONCERNS PROXIMITY TO THE PROPcreating a claustrophobic feeling is a loss of skyline. Our backyard is not
deep due to the foot print of our bungalow. I estimate our bedroom is peak, the patio door and soon to be deck for entertaining are UNCOMFORTABLY close. This building is CLOSER TO
OUR HOME THAN IT IS TO HIS HOME. Our sense of privacy has been greatly diminished. Ias well. INTENDED USE OF THE BUILDINGAs mentioned above, "shed" is an inappropriate name. This
is being built as an additional living space/apartment (WHICH WE ARE FIRMLY AGAINST and aware that the City is considerthe amenities: deck with porch light, patio doors, air conditioning,
window at peak, bathroom, electricity, front door, 18 feet tall (two story), 600 sq. ft. large. We have been told to call the City if anyone is sleeping in it. The City alhabitation
but puts responsibility on neighbours to monitor. What an awful predicament to put us in.RAIN WATER RUN OFF. The building has taken away approximately 600 sq.ft. of rain absorbing
lawn and replaced it with 800 sq.ft.(?) ohard surface creating run off in the rear of their yard. I have seen nothing added yet to direct the water responsibly. In closing I want to
recommend that these permissions be reviewed and amended. It seems it is too late for us (our neighbours are quhomeowners who's properties are adjacent to such a building. I think
allowing such a building (regarding height and proximity to property line) to back onto a roadway or city/businfootage I still think run off is an issue wherever it is built. Consider
lowering the percentage of total property taken for backyard structures. I feel that in this situation
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Staff ResponseThe definition of major recreatsimilar equipment.Parking or storage of major recreational equipment on lots within a RES zone shall be located fully within an enclosed
building or structure. Major recreational ean interior side yard, or in a carport provided that it is screened by a 1.8 metre high visual barrier. Major recreational equipment may be
parked or stored on a driveway between May 1 and October 31 providethat such equipment is located outside of a driveway visibility triangle.Staff are proposing to require side yard
or rear yard within a private garage or on a driveway. You wivehicles on landscaping in the rear yard.
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Bylaw would declare
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nly avoid utilizing the main level of our home due to the
I hope someone is interested and willing.
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ther and have fun and is not a commercial area for the storage and sale of
me would be decreased due to allowing the backyard parking lot by our neighbor.
Commentsthe Cleast 2 others. That is not a positive ratio. Once again, please consider ALL property owners in these matters. I welcome a visit to my home so that the impact can be seen
first hand. My neighbor stores a number of vehicles in his backyard, which is an eyesore for us. Vehicles include 5 ATVs, 2 Flatbeds, 2 large (275 gal) water containers. Containers
are moved only when going camping. At any given time, he will also vehicles to sell fNote: Unsure if all vehicles are register to the homeowner or the others that reside in the home.
My neighbour refers to the others as contributors towards his home expenses. At this time he has 3 other males living in the home and has adbedrooms to the home totally 5 bedrooms.
(Renters, Borders we do not know)When moving the vehicles to and from his backyard, he will use the grass area between the 2 houses. Though this area is his property it is not a driveway.
(grass area) heinformed us that his plans are to add a driveway between the houses and add a garage in the back. If this were to occur I would be displeased at the city allowing this.
We would certaimovement of vehicles, noise and fumes under our windows. This is a potential health hazard. An enclosed car carrier is also used to load up ATVs, motorcycles and recreation
equipment. Problem is thhis. He will drive motor vehicles onto our driveway ramp and blvd. to gain access to place equipment into the carrier.An application has been forwarded to City
Hall for a permit to put in a drivewaadd a garage in back yard. Please note He has stated he already has 3 storage areas in Ontario.Legally how far from our property line can he add
a driveway and is this realistic???He will also park his RV parallel at end of his driveway ramp, beforextends over boulevard This blocks my view for a safe exit from my driveway. I
am the required to move my vehicle inch by inch until I am able to see a clear, safe path. Difficult to see the oncoming traffic as my view is blocked by the RV ocar carrier. The RV
can be left up to a period of 2 days in his driveway.We have purchased this home in 1978, and called it our dream home and planned to be here until the day we could not. Now we feel
if we have to sell the value of our hoWhat can be done to correct and change the zoning bylaws to discontinue the parking of a vehicle or numerous vehicles, storage of 275 gal water
containers and flatbeds in backprevent the storage and selling of other vehicles as well. (allowed friends to store boat and trailer)A back yard is a backyard for recreational area
for families and children to get togevehicles. We too pay our taxes and vote.If he were to park all his vehicles in/on the front yard the City
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the zoning byHousing affordability is a pressing issue. While the zoning byAlthough changes to the additional uFunding of supports is a critical issue, but cannot be addressed through
a zoning by
etscape that is dominated by cars. Staff do not recommend allowing for the requested maximum
(1)concentrates on permitted uses of land, and not the people that use t(2)unit (rental or ownership) or whether or not it is subsidized, the proposed zones have made efforts to enable
the construction of affordable housing. provide for opportunities higher density housing forms that can be affordable (3)medium and high rise zones provide for apartments that are more
typical of the primary rental marketwill be applied in accordance with the Official Plan Land Use designationsprovincial responsibility.(4)Supportive housing within the housing continuum
and will be considered through the Affordable Housing Strategy(5)through CRoZBy relied heavily on online engagement. Staff appreciate the contributiongroup to this project.
Staff ResponseIn staff opinions a 6 metres driveway on an 11 metres lot represent a ƷŷĻ ƦğƩƉźƓŭ ƓĻĻķƭͲ ǒƩĬğƓ ķĻƭźŭƓͲ ƭƷƩĻĻƷƭĭğƦĻ ğƓķ ĻƓǝźƩƚƓƒĻƓƷğƌ ĭƚƓƭźķĻƩğƷźƚƓƭ͵ ğƓķ stregarage width.
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Discrimination regarding housing is based on a multitude of factors (income Even when individuals are ready and able to move into stable housing, or when City of Kitchener offers incentives
for below market rent units new buildings (profit Provincial cuts to the regional and municipal government raise the question how
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Commentsthis as an eyesore and possibly fine the home owner,vehicles in the back yard is allowed???? This is an eye sore for us and I question the double standard of not allowing front
yard parking but able to use back yard as a parking lot. (Junkyard) Requesting an approach to maximum garage widths that would allow for 6.0 A downfall of research on affordability
and accessibility of housing need for affordable, downfall of engagement not included.(1) source, abito be proven:-Support Program is seen as a prominent issue with private land lords-experiences
of homelessness (2workers with All in 2020 Campaign have resources to place individuhousing, there are no low rent or subsidized units to place them in. No low rent housing buildings
are being built. (or nonThe enforcement of tenant protections is already weak for purpose built (more and more unaffordable) rental housing, and an influx of secondary rentals would
make the situation worse for persons with a range(will they cover all supports needed with less staff, less money, etc. A push towards privatization in many service sectors wiservice
recipients.(5)In the whole zoning bylaw consultations and secondary planning in Kitchener, the least was heard from people with disabilities.(6) The questions surround the mundane/
technical problspace between single homes and high
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Staff agree that zoning is often technical and mundaneWhen the Stage 1 of Crozby provides regulations for public open spas such as parks. These are an CRoZBy stage 1 and 2 include provision
for site lines at corners and driveways to provide for The Building Code includes standard for accessible housing design. A zoning byThank you for these
(6)engagement a challenge. However as legal document that implements policies in the essential to get the technical details right.(7)pedestrian transit supportive policies developed
in the official plan.(8)important part of other than residential zoning. (9)pedestrian safety. (10)addressed through site plan review (11)
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functioning mobility and can no longer
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If we are talking about secondary suits, there are a lot of landlord skills that have
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Many have dog companions and they need access to parks and greenspaces that are being diminished for new builds on Margaret St for example. Developers have responsible for making sure
there are open green spaces included in the developments or private builds for secondary units.(9) The intensification is necessary, however, for persons with disabilities or anyone
using a mobility device, development like a blind corner that could cause hazards, exits from building parking to the street to close to pedestrian crossings, and in general, more people
and vehicles are an impediment for persons with disabilities.(10) What about the actual units being built that are in general inaccessible for persons with a range of disabilities.
Visitable housing features, no step or accessible entrance ramps, wider doorways, units with lower kitchen elements, or townhouses witPerhaps a bygranted approval. (11) This becomes
even more problematic with the creation of secondary sdoing for people who need accessible housing?-access to laneways or backyard units-mind as renters/ tenants, especially as some
features would cost them more. However, we havebuilt, both for the aging population, young families, persons with disabilities, everyone.-to be lea-unties on their property as they
work to obtain their building permits.-end up in less regulated and widely diffused types of housing. Discrimination and harassment are prevalent with tenants with disabilities.-the
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These issues will be addressed through the affordable housing strategyRooming houses are often regulated as Lodging Houses in the Zoning byThese comments are outside the
taff intend to use this approach to transition when applying the residential zones
Swhere form, space intended and existing context allow.residential between low rise and high rise transition is in addition to this tool.Parking reqube considered through th
(12)(13)recommended zoning byHowever, staff agree that additional consideration of lodging houses is required, and suggest that this issue be addressed through the Affordable Housing
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Accessible options are the first to be sacrificed Finding accessible options in buildings is difficult and the high rise buildings Accessible homes in the city are being moved to make
space for highrises.
We still have very strong not in my backyard push when we think about rooming
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Commentstheir neighbourhood altogether. -doing builds because properties are small and it does cost more-pose risk to people with disabilities during emergency situations-True Affordability
Now (12) Affordability has multiple interpretations.80% below market rate is arbitrary as the market rate is unattainable for anyone on low income, fixed incHousing strategies and United
Nations state 30% of persons/household income.One bedroom apartments are well over $1000 in the region and the rent has increased 16% in the last year only. No onwithout making $22
an hour.ODSP monthly shelter allowance is only $497.The fact is that some people have it harder than others.Things also get harder over the years for people on low income or fixed income
as there isreplaced, accidents happen.When you start off you have all your clothes, and furniture, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer and then perhaps You lose your job and you end
up on social assistancePeople start off from different places, there is no easy answer.(13housing, that is usually converted private houses with few or no accessibility features. Tenantshow
we see current and future needs or how we understand urgency around true affordacommunity and are building for them as condos and highfor the current residents of downtown. Many had
to leave already. There is a push to send the poor peand make sure well off city areas are welcoming to low rent and more truly affordable housing being created there.(1)contexts for
a height up to 18 metres, a better solution (for instance for the Braun backyards) is a lowsome reason. Why?
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dwelling units (attached) to receive site plasite plan review and approval. Maximum driveway width is also proposed to be more restrictive than under the current bylaw. The zoning by
(3)(4)(5)(6)See response above.
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We also need to address tree removals. If site plans are possible that preserve
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can g(3)One problem with putting parking in the back is that too much of the property ends up in a driveway. I support houselaneway parking where possible. (4)issues, and especially
to include laneway houses. See my other eeconomics are now skewed towards tear downs of existing houses, then building NEW quadfrom a neighbourhood preservation and carbon budget perspective.
We also need this to address housing affordability issues. CMHC agreesif interested. (5)I also think we need to be more flexible witflexibility can preserve mature trees and/or allow
home preservation. Examplesvery large trees were killed for the (otherwise nice) duplexes on Walter, for setback reasons. They also now have front yards that havepavement, more than
would normally be allowed. Another exampleLouisa. There is a very nice existing Century home. Laneway dwellings would allow a new house, set back quite a bit, to be built in the
back, which wouldpreservation of the exiting home, while densifying the parcel. (91 waterloo is small and does not appear to be in good condition).(existing large trees, we need tthat
preemptive clearPDFs attached for documents submitted. 1. Temporary Housing Solution 2. A Tiny House on Wheels3. Zoning Bylaw No. 2039 of the City of Grand ForksIts worth noting that
the upcoming Toronto Home Show, Oct 4tiny home village on display. promo.(see below), so you can take a planner/councilor to the tiny home show/exhibit and get a conversation going
around alternatives and ideas.http://fallhomeshow.com/show+Ticket+Offers&utm_campaign=9854b0eeb5EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_03_06_11_39_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4afc1a8475
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mitting and fees costs and any number of
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nsumer/citizen demand for housing alternatives. City Planners
used to park vehicles. 4 ATVs and a golf cart type of vehicle moved
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could use the opportunity to get inspired and better informed of what is available and start thinking how to incorporathousing (sans permitting fees and added costs period).CBCClarkeIts
in the news, so hopefully city planners will take note.https://www.cbc.ca/amp/1.5270556Waterloo region won't meet goal to end chronic homelessness by Jan. 2020: ClarkeThe city really
needs to get crackinup to embracing creative, alternative housing that already exists (see recent Grand magazine story on shipping containers) but which they prevent from moving forward
through outdated zoning, excessive perbarriers and hoops they have to cost the city more in the long run (re: Million Dollar Murray).Maybe forward something on to the media about the
18 month long CROZBY process, which would mean a few more homeless pduring a predicted harsh winter to more conveniently diminish "the problem" while they discuss what bureaucratic
process to use in their warm cozy offices. Just sayin' Further to our phone conversation, this morning here is the email and photos to follow as mentioned. This property is 2 doors
down from my has visited and said all is within regulations.I have included photos of street parking as well because possibly the allowance of storing vehicles on the property leads
to the toy hauler , RV and long flatbed being brought to tadequate though I hesitate to initiate action on it). I have tried to arrange the photos in chronological order starting in
April to this week.The home was purchased last November with coowner moved in this past April.I started with 2 renters' vehicles parked in the street constantly. The 3 car driveway
has generally been full of the owner's vehicles. The oversized (extra deep) double garage is NOT into the back yard from the start and are parked there all the time. Other items that
come and go are a couple of utility trailers, a flatbed trailer and 1 or 2 boat trailers, one of hislarge liquid storage tanks.
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umber and size of vehicles
of vehicles). You may hear from
ont lawn for 2 weeks (I ended up contacting bylaw
He feels picked on and I can understand why. One
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CommentsThese items are moved around as needed (weekly or more) which involves needing to drive over the sidewalk, front yard, side yard (RIGHT PAST NEIGHBOUR'S DIAs can be expected
the backyard is not being maintained.He has moved into a neighbourhood of lawns, flower beds and garden sheds when what would suit him better would be pavement, parking and a garage
and that is what he is currently trying to do. He says he has applied for a permit for a garage in the backyard and would like to put a driveway down the side yard between the houses.He
enjoys his ATVs, RV on the weekends and buying old vehicles and fixing them up etc...I don't begrudge anyone their hobbies but I think this is going WAY too far and not something putting
up a fence will resolve. These are not suitable properties for multiple vehicle storage/usage. If I were buying the home I'm in now and saw that backyI spoke to him yesterday about
street parking and my concern about visibility while backing out of my driveway onto our busy street (had left him a note on the topic about a month and a half ago). neighbour had
called about the RV (26 feet?) overhanging the sidewalk when parked in the driveway broken down golf cart left on the frabout that) and the neighbours right next to him have complained
to him on more than one occasion of the vehicles in the back yard and that the back yard is becoming decrepit (mice, skunks and unsightlinessthem as well.This seems like a case of given
an inch and taking a mile.Our RV fits in our driveway and we appreciate being able to do that. Our utility trailer fits in the garage. We store the RV off site during the wintbehinds
in back yards over the winter and that seems within reason. We all need to have fun.My request to you is to think about heavier regulation of parking ANY kind of motorized vehicle on
a residential property in terms of nand accessories like trailers to avoid this type of situation. I would really like residential neighbourhoods to remain lawns, flowerbeds and simple
garden sheds and not turned into parking lots.
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In planning for intensification and the addition of affordable units, it to address are policies of official plan including those regarding neighbourhood character and urban design.
The recently approved Urban Design Manual recommends avoiding the clustering of opaque doors. The city has seen a proliferation of infill projects over the years that havneighbourhood
character. These concerns have been addressed through limitation on garage and driveway width, garage projection and limiting dwelling to one pedestrian entrance per facade. Staff continue
to feel this is an importneighbourhoods.The zoning byhouses in zones that permit multiple dwellings and provides for micannot recommend a zoning byminimum separation distance for lodging
houses. As compared to the May 2017 draft, the recommended residential zones bythis zone permits multiple dwellings. Your arguments, and the arguments raised by the Ontario Human Rights
Commission warrant serious consideration. For this reason, zoning regulations for lodging houses be considered as part of the Affordable Housing Strategy
A)B)C)
Minor revisions
Staff ResponseThank you for your comments. Staff appreciate the time and energy that WRYIMBY has taken to meet with us, share insights and analysis. The city has placed a high priority
on addressing housing affordability issue through the Affordable Housing Strategy
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the Zoning Bylaw Residential Review and the
ditional units are located within Major Transit Station
change to the current By Law that the Official Plan will
our city more inclusive and respect the dignity of low
cannot be emphasized strongly enough.
that people can, or should go someplace else if we are not
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Affordable Housing Strategy. We are excited about the prospect of positive
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CommentsAlso, in Thanks for the opportunity to review. I look forward to working with you on this in the future. September 17The Regadditional units however as we discussed on the phone,
we recommend that through the Neighbourhood Planning Review, opportunities be considered for reduced parking requirements where adAreas. Thank you for seeking our feedback on upcomingchange
and we welcome therepresent if implemented. However, we alsohousing costs. Please see our premises and recommendations below.Our recommendations are informed by the following premises:1.
Housing affordability is a crucial component to quality of life. We appreciate the attention Strategy, but this point2. Allowing for more housing, particularly affordable housing, is
one important way to lowerincome people3. While they would be an improvement over our current bylaws, the bylaws that the Official Planaffordable housin4. We should not stigmatize low
income people or treat the existence of low income housing asalso never assumea5. Conceptions of neighbourhood character and their aesthetics are subjective, and we should notinclusive
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Parking requirements were established in Stage 1 and are not part of this of the neighbourhood planning review, staff are considering reducing the number of parking spaces within Major
Transit Station Areas.The RESthresidential in the Official Plan. .It is important to note that the zoning bystoreys, and 4 stories along arterial and Regional roads. Accordingly, staff
cannot implement the recommendation to allow 8 stories everywhere.As part of our review we review the comment variance at the committee ofproposed byalso important to note that the
city currently has an incentive program to waive permit fees for affordable housing. Tiny houses and containethrough the progressive treatment of addition dwelling units (detached)
in the zoning byCity does not require minimum unit sizes beyond what is in the building code (Approximately m2). Yearconcerns and is not recommended at this time.
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localized
more dense
ortive housing (pg.
acter) tend to be
allowed (pg. 19). It is not
the desire for more housing
tigating this effect. Allowing 8 units
es or license renewals. The latter
and social/supp
ruling on previous Cedar Hill bylaws that
benefits of density on environmental
varianc
house that is not
distances for rooming houses on the grounds that
for people, and we must consider what will happen
our broader population, and not limit engagement to
be one such positive approach. Limiting rooming houses
not drive City bylaws. If the current preferences for single
lodging houses.
options for people, which mitigates car related
the building
the overall availability and affordability of housing. Similarly, we
discriminatory people zoning (OHRC, 2013, pg. 17). If the goal is to
be tenant of a rooming
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should also consider that greater density overall makes transit, biking and
Reverse the suggestion cited in the Zoning Bylaw Residential Review survey and
a. Please see Premise 1,2,3,4,5,6.b. Further comments: The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) advises eliminatingthey constituteprevent thethroughout the City wouldmeans limiting
housing optionsto the wouldenough to say that they could simply gofound out in the Ontario Municipal Boardlimited residential care facilities, low income22).a. Please see Premise 1,
2, 3, 6.
Weross the city
a. Please s
b. Further comments: We cite premise 4 because some might oppose two front doors asstigmatization and shouldfront not enough reason to limit ahousing.
Comments6. We should always consider the broader sustainability andshould seek out feedback fromthe immediate vicinity of zoning changes,approach can lead to systematically underestimatingamong
our population because the costs that people associate withhousing (local traffic, parking availability, neighbourhood charmore localized while the aforementioned benefits tend to be
more broadly applicable.7.walking more feasibleimpacts.Our RecommendationsA. allow forfront, back or side of acdistance requirement forC. Remove minimum parking requirements for any
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Room for everyone: Human
y home park living
to car use more feasible, not furthering car dependence by
dwellings, that cost is passed on to the tenants. We should
han is necessarily needed for a particular development or
housing
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Allow for buildings of at least 8 stories throughout the City
Please also consider the important role that the following housing types can play in
b. Further Comments: Parking can be very expensive to provide. If we mandate for moreconversion to multiunitbe making alternativeseffectively subsidizing it.a. Please see Premise 1,2,3,5,6.
a. Please se
CommentsD. E. Find ways to streamline variances and make them more affordable, perhaps by removing feesF.providingto facilitate their use:If you have any questions please do not hesitate
to contact me,Martin AslingReferencesOntario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) (2013). rights and rental licensing. http://www.ohrc.on.ca/sites/default/files/room%20for%20everyone_human%20rights%20and%
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Comment1) Would like more flexibility for considering secondary suites (i.e. semi detached duplex dwellings). Referenced several current regulations relating to height, setbacks etc.
1) The City should consider policies for "tiny houses". Numerous sources have been provided to City staff for their consideration.1) Would like tiny homes to be permitted in the CityEmailed
regarding Tiny House Ontario site where Leamington, Collingwood, Orillia, and Guelph will allow tiny houses on foundations. Provided link to the Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TinyHouseOnta
rio/). Desiring this development permission. Also,regarding support for Coach Homes, Garden Suites, Laneway houses on foundation and Tiny Homes on wheels. Concern with affordable housing
in the Region (does not want these uses eliminated). Submitted comments by email. Interested in development of tiny homes to promote minimalism, prevent unnecessary use of resources,
and contribute to affordable housing. However, requirements for minimum area is generally too la"Detached Coach Homes and Garden Suites" to include such buildings. This would be different
than secondary dwellings since these require another larger residence to exist on site. Submitted comments by phone call. Provided support for zoning regulations that would permit tiny
homes Believes tiny homes are beneficial for low income people at a time when the market is inflating particularly beneficial for young generations and for single women approaching
retirement. Inquired about public open house tonight, unable to attend new second/secondary dwelling units provisions, encouraged to review ZBL and provide written comments (provided
email address).Submitted comments by email. In support of tiny homes being permitted suite may be considered synonymous with a tiny house on a foundation. Provided rationale and benefits
of permitting tiny homes (i.e. personal investment strategcommunity longer, financially assisting homeowners, boomerang children, multihousing, student housing, relatives with special
needs, minimalism, millennial housing, coRequests that the City rethink tinnew ZBL.Submitted comments by email. In support of tiny homes being permitted. Provided rationale and benefhealth
in the community). Request that permitting tiny homes be considered in the new ZBL.Submitted comments by email. In support of Tiny Homes on wheels, Detached Coach Homes and Garden Suites
(Tiny Homes on foundation). Tiny homes offer an affordable housing alternative, and are innovative and sustainable.In support of second dwelling units on a suitable residential property
to house an elderly relative or relative requiring assistance due to disability. Woulindependence, reduce financial strain.
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Staff ResponseMany of these comments applied to CRoZBy stage 1 and are no longer applicable. Staff understand that the June 26, 2019 memo from Mr. Britton represents the Waterloo Region
Homebuilders Association's and no response if pr
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how you will deal with applications that are in process.3) Related to Point 2,discussion is required regarding considerawithin the two year period following approval of CRoZBy.4) Given
this is a new byprovisions and approved variances (both uses and regulations). The leghelpful.5) The definition of Floor Space Ratio and consideration of floor area that is partially
below grade as part of the calculations requires discussion.6) Back be incorporated into the byterm. We collectively should ensure flexibility in the definitions to ensure the definitions
do not stifle design creativi7) The regulations relating to a Street Townhouse form within a Cluster Townhouse block should be rationalized (ie.parking).8) The definition of second
dwelling unit may prevent a second dwelling unit for all types of housing. Discussion will assist should address lots with more than one frontage with more than one building oriented
to more than one frontage (wordy but you getdefinition. We can discuss. Note, there will be situations where there are more than one principal building on a lot. The definitions should
co11) Consider extending the internal lot line provisions for condominiums to internal consent lines created through the approval of a comprehensive planned development.12) The provisions
relating to condominiums are helpful.13) Consider extenlocation of parking and the amount of parking. The conditions appear to be somewhat contradictory. It is unclear if all conditions
must be satisfied. Continuous ownership is There are situations where buildings are not subject to site plan approval but comply with zoning regulations. Site plan approval is also
a questionable requirement.14) Consider making provision for new wells for farming opera15) Please explain the rationale for a minimum lot width of 12.8 metres for a secondary dwelling
unitthis will preclude this minor intensification from happening in many situations (singles with less than this width, semis, street tsecondary dwelling unit. Please explain the rationale
for reducing rear yard requirements. Consider regulations or direct to regulations relating to parking and the location of parkiamenity requirements.17) Consider permitting tandem parking
for street townhouses and for a street townhouse form within a cluster townhouse development.18) Tbeing built. This table will generate concern for most builders and requires discussion.
19) The Appendix J private garage restriction should be tempered and considedesign features.
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Thank you for your comment. Zoning in the UGC will be addressed as part of a a
The permitted uses in the recommended byalongside additional dwelling units Depending on which of the seven proposed residential zones a property receives, there are a variety of scales
of residential development permitted. Parkingwas recommended through the CRoZBy background work and will be considered as part of the Neighbourhood Planning Review
This comments in property specific and will be considered through CRoZBy stage 2b
Staff Response3, 4, CRoZBy stage 112. future project.
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tructures rather than assigning as between the
such, we have several recommendations to mitigate the
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Recommend opening more existing neighbourhoods to 'gentle density' that more efficiently makes use of land without overwhelming an area with apartment towers (i.e. triplexes, townhomes,
small scale apartment buildings,Suggest removing provisions requiring additional parking for coach house dwellallowing in a garage.The provincial government, through its Climate Change
Action Plan, intends to eliminate parking requiremeWe recommend that Kitchener develop a zoning byimmediately following enactment, but also recognize that it may be difficult politically
without explicit direction from the province. As impact of parkingWe strongly endorse the proposed exemption for the first 10,000 square metres of floor space (or 100 dwelling units)
from parking requirements in the UGCsome portion of this exemption to other transit station areas as well.We are pleased to see parking maximums cityoversupply.We further recommend
continuing to implement transpractices within the zoning bylaw requirements for the provision of additional TDM measures. One of the most significant sources of TDM reductions will
be alacWe find the minimum parking rate for multiple dwellings (0.9parking) is excessive for higher density housing, considering the City
1.2.3.4.5.6.7.
Comment20) Garage projection regulations should deal with side entry garages which should not be subject to the same restrictions.21) Flexibility should be provided in driveway construction
materials (cement/asphalt ,brick/paother combinations.22) I do not understand/appreciate the maximum number of dwelling unit regulations (4 in a street town dwelling?). Clarification/discussion
would be helpful23) The nonseem overly restrictive. Lots t24) Discussion is required regarding the uses and regulations of each zone. For example, consider a 12 metre lot width for
the REShave more relaxed regulations. Different lot widths for street towns depending upon zoning category seems excessively complicated. Semis to be considered in the RESlot coverage
regulation to relate to all buildings /sprincipal and accessory buildings. There are other more detailed comments that would benefit from a 25) The podium regulation should be debated.Submitted
comments by email. The subject property currently contains a triplex and is large and could easily fit another 3 units and still provide parking and greenspace; however, the current
rules do not allowas property is within close proximity to a bus stop.
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recommendations of 0.7 spaces per unit. This is mitigated in some part by the UGC exemptions, however we note that suburban high density housing consumes even less parking. We should
be cautious about setting standards merely based onthe status quo is the ""right"" way and that circumstances will never change. In keeping with mode share targets, we expect parkWe
recommend allowing parking in office/employment areas to becoemployers to charge for use of parking (one of the most effective means of encouraging modal shift). Concerned with the
proposed parking rate for brewpubs, restaurants, and nightclubs (licensed establishment) as driving should bparking requirements are hiWe disagree with the requirement for onencourage
'parking districts' where parking needs arbuilding frontages and limiting the number of driveways to encourage walkability. We recognize that accessible parking may requirWe are encouraged
to see the draft byrate of 0.25 per residential unit seems like a modest start in many parts of the City, but we are pleased to see that increase to 1 space per unit in station areas,
where mode share is higher, and safe parking may bbicycle parking consumes a small fraction of the space that automobile parking requires, the burden of increased bicycle parking requirements
should We continue to be dismaysurrounding station areas, as this significantly hinders development and intensification. Consider the former Mayfair Hotel, which would have had an FSR
of 6. Under the proposed rules, inot be built todaWe are encouraged that the bybonusing away by prescribing specific rates
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Appendix D
AMENDMENT NO. ____ TO THE OFFICIAL PLAN
OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER
CITY OF KITCHENER
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AMENDMENT NO. ___ TOTHE OFFICIAL PLAN
OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER
CITY OF KITCHENER
INDEX
SECTION 1TITLE AND COMPONENTS
SECTION 2PURPOSE OF THE AMENDMENT
SECTION 3BASIS OF THE AMENDMENT
SECTION 4THE AMENDMENT
APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1Notice of the Meeting of Planning and Strategic Initiatives
Committee of October 22, 2019
APPENDIX 2Minutes of the Meeting of Planning and Strategic Initiatives
Committee October 22, 2019
APPENDIX 3Minutes of the Meeting of City Council TBD
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AMENDMENT NO. # TO THE OFFICIAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER
SECTION 1 TITLE AND COMPONENTS
This amendment shall be referred to as Amendment No. ___ to the Official Plan of the City of
Kitchener. This amendment is comprised of Sections 1 to 4 inclusive.
SECTION 2 PURPOSE OF THE AMENDMENT
Section 16(3) of the Planning Act prescribes that official plans shall include policies that authorize
the use of additional dwellings. The purpose of the Official Plan Amendment is to address this
requirement of the Planning Act by incorporating certain modifications to the text. These
modifications will -law. The effect of
the changes are to clarify the term additional dwelling units, attached and detached, and to provide
for the use of additional dwelling units without the requirement for a site specific zoning by-law
amendment.
SECTION 3 BASIS OF THE AMENDMENT
The effect of the amendment is to incorporate certain modifications to the textof the Official Plan
to meet the Requirements of the Planning Act, and
comprehensive zoning by-law. It is necessary to align the detailed review and provisions of the
new comprehensive zoning by-law with the policies of the Official Plan.
This Official Plan amendment is consistent with and conforms to the Provincial Policy Statement
(2014), the provincial Places to Grow Act (2005) and A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater
Golden Horseshoe (2019) and the Regional Official Plan (2009).
SECTION 4 THE AMENDMENT
1.The City of Kitchener Official Plan is hereby amended as follows:
a)Dwelling Units,
Dwelling Units, Attached and Detached;
b)dwelling units
dwelling units,attached;
c)dwelling units
dwelling units;
d)Dwelling Units,
Garden Suites and Coach House Dwelling Units
Dwelling Units;
e)Part C,asecond dwelling unit
an additional dwelling unit(s),;
f)Part C, Section 4.C.1.24. is
and replacing it withthe following:
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The City, in accordance with Planning Act and other applicable legislation, will
permit astand-alone additionaldwelling unit(detached),asan ancillary use to
single detached dwellings, semi-detach dwellings and street townhouse dwellings.
The following criteria will be considered as the basis for permitting an additional
dwelling unit(detached).
a) the use is subordinate tothe main dwelling on the lot;
b) the use can be integrated into its surroundings with negligible visual impact to
the streetscape;
c) the use is compatible in design and scale with the built form on the lot and the
surrounding residential neighbourhood in terms of massing, height and visual
appearance; and,
d) other requirements such as servicing, parking, access, stormwater
management, tree preservation, landscaping and the provision of amenity areas.
Additionaldwelling units (detached)will be subject to site plan control.;
g)Part D,Section 15.D.3.8.is amendedby and secondary dwelling
unitsdwelling units, attached and detached,;
h)Part D,Section 15.D.8.5.d)is amendedby deletingsecondary dwelling unit
dwelling unit, detached;;
i)Part F, Schedule A: Glossary of Terms is amended by deleting the glossary term
Garden Suitein its entirety;
j)Part F, ResidentialIntensification e)isaccessory apartment,
second dwelling unitsdwelling units, attached and
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DSD-19-233Appendix E
PROPOSED BY LAW
September 18, 2019
BY-LAW NUMBER ___
OF THE
CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER
(Being a by-law to amend By-law 2019-051 known as the
Zoning By-law 2019 for the City of Kitchener Comprehensive
Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) Project)
WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to amend By-law 2019-051;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener enacts as
follows:
1.By-law Number 2019-051 is second dwelling unit
(attached), second dwelling unit (detached)
additionaldwelling unit(s) (attached),additional dwelling unit (detached)
wherever they appear.
2.By-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the words Dwelling Unit (Attached),
therefrom and substituting the words
Dwelling Unit (Attached), Additionaltherefor
wherever they appear.
3.Section 3 of By-law Number 2019-051 isDwelling
therefrom.
4.Subsection 1.10 b) of By-law Number 2019-51 is amended to read as follows:
Appendices A, C and D form part of this By-law. Appendix B is included for
convenience of reference only and does not form part of this By-law.
5.Section 2.2.1 of By-lawNumber 2019-51 is amended by removing theRin
the two instances itappears andsubstituting the following
therefor:
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Low Rise Residential One ZoneRES-1
Low Rise Residential Two ZoneRES-2
Low Rise Residential Three ZoneRES-3
Low Rise Residential Four ZoneRES-4
Low Rise Residential Five ZoneRES-5
Medium Rise Residential Six ZoneRES-6
High Rise Residential Seven ZoneRES-7
6.Section 3 of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended by adding the following definitions
thereto, to be inserted into the existing text in alphabetical order:
EstablishedFront Yard -means
a)In the case of a lot that is not a corner lot:
the average of the front yardsof the abutting lotswith a low-rise residential zone
and where there is a vacant lotabutting the affected lot, the average of the front
yardsof the next adjacent lot with a low-rise residential zone; and
b)in the case of a corner lot:
the front yardof the abutting lot with a low-rise residential zone, in which the
principal pedestrian entrance is oriented towards the same street, andwhere there
is a vacant lotabutting the affected lot, the front yardof the next adjacent lot with
alow-rise residential zone.
Additional Dwelling Unit(Attached) see Dwelling Unit (Attached), Additional
Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached)see Dwelling Unit (Detached), Additional
Utility-trailer-A small non-motorized vehicle which is generally pulled by a motorized
vehicle and features a rearcargoarea (bed) and is used for the hauling of light loads.
7.Section 3 ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amendedby deleting the following definitions
therefrom and substituting the following therefor:
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Heightmeans the vertical distance between the highest elevation of the
finished ground immediately surrounding the perimeter of the buildingand the uppermost
point of the building. For all usesexcept a single detached dwellingwith or without
additional dwelling unit(s) (attached), at no point shall the vertical distance between the
lowest elevation of the finished ground immediately surrounding the perimeter of the
buildingand the uppermost point of the buildingexceed 110% of the maximum building
heightin the applicable zone.
Dwelling Unit (Attached), Additional means the useof a single detached dwelling,
semi-detached dwelling unit, or street townhouse dwelling unit where a separate self-
contained dwelling unitis located within the principal building.
Dwelling Unit (Detached), Additional means the useof a buildingwhere a separate
self-contained dwelling unitlocated in a detached building on the same lotas an
associated single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling unit,or street townhouse
dwelling unit.An additional dwelling unit (detached)is not an accessory building.
Dwellingmeans a buildingcontaining one or more dwelling unitsand can include a
single detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling,street townhouse dwelling,additional
dwelling unit (attached),additional dwelling unit (detached),cluster townhouse dwelling,
multiple dwelling,small residential care facility,or large residential care facility.
Major Recreational Equipmentmeans either a portable structure designed and built
to be carried or pulled by a motor vehicle, or a unit designed and built to be transported
on its own wheels, for purposes of providing temporary living accommodation or
recreational enjoyment for travel and can include motor homes, travel trailers, tent trailers,
boats, boat trailers, personal watercraft, all-terrain vehicle or other similar equipment.
Dwelling, Multiplemeans the use of a buildingcontaining three or more dwelling units,
and can include a stacked townhouse dwellingandback-to-back townhouse dwelling. A
multiple dwellingis not a street townhouse dwelling,mixed use building,cluster townhouse
dwelling,single detached dwellingwith additional dwelling units (attached) or semi-
detached dwellingwith additional dwelling units (attached).
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Lot Widthmeans the horizontal distance between the side lot linesof a lotmeasured
at the required minimum front yard setback.For multiple dwellingsorcluster townhouse
dwellingswith more thanonestreet line on the same street, thelot width at each street
line may be summed to determine the totallot width.
Parking Space, Tandemmeans a parking spacewhere the arrangement of two or more
parking spacesis such that it is necessary to traverse one or more parking spacesto gain
access to the tandem parking spacefrom a lane,drive aisle,driveway, or street.
8.Section 3 ofBy-law Number 2019-051 isamended by deleting the definitionsof Use, Low
Density Residential, and Low Density Residential Use
9.Section 4.4.2of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the section reference
therefrom and substituting the section reference 4.6itappears.
10.Section 4.12.1 ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended to read as follows :
One Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached)
One additional dwelling unit (attached)may be permitted in association with a single
detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling or street townhouse dwelling in accordance
with the regulations specified by the zonecategory in which an additional dwelling unit
(attached)is permitted, and the dwellingtype in which the additional dwelling unit
(attached)is located and in addition to and as amended by the following:
a)One additional dwelling unit (attached) shall only be located in the same
buildingas a single detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling, or street
townhouse dwelling;
b)A maximum of one pedestrian entrance to the principalbuilding may be located
on each street line façade; and
c)An additional dwelling unit(attached)shall be connected to full municipal
services;
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11.Section 4.12.2of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended to read as follows:
4.12.2Two Additional Dwelling Units (Attached)
Two additional dwelling units (attached)may be permitted in associationwithasingle
detached dwelling in accordancewith the regulations specified by the zonecategory and
applying to single detached dwellings in which the twoadditional dwelling units (attached)
are located and in addition to and as amended by the following:
a)two additional dwelling units(attached)shall be connected to full municipal
services;
b)amaximum of one pedestrian entrance to the principalbuilding shall be located on
each street line façade;
c)no more than two additional dwelling units (attached)are permitted on a lot;
d)the minimum lot areashall be 395 square metres or in accordance withTable 7-2,
whichever is greater;
e)the minimum lot widthshall be 13.1 metres or in accordance with Table 7-2,
whichever is greater;
f)the minimum landscaped areashall be 20%;
g)two additional dwelling units (attached)shall only be permitted in existing buildings;
h)additions to an existing single detached dwellingmust be attached to the rear of
principal buildingand shall not extend into any side yardfarther than the extent of
the existingprincipal buildingand provided such addition does not exceed 25
percent of the existing building's gross floor area.
12.By-lawNumber2019-051 is amended by adding the following sections 4.12.3 and 4.12.3.1
thereto:
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4.12.3Additional Dwelling Units (Detached)
One additional dwelling unit (detached)may be permitted in associationwithasingle
detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling or street townhouse dwelling in accordance
with the regulations specified by the zonecategory in which an additional dwelling unit
(attached)is permitted, and as amended by the following:
a)anadditional dwelling unit (detached)shall only be permitted on the same lotas a
single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling orstreet townhouse dwelling,
with or without one additional dwelling unit (attached);
b)anadditional dwelling unit (detached)shall not be permitted on the same lotas a
single detached dwellingwith two additional dwelling units (attached);
c)anadditional dwelling unit (detached)shall not be severed from the lotcontaining
the single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling or street townhouse
dwelling;
d)the additional dwelling unit(detached)shall be connected to full municipal
services;
e)no more than one additional dwelling unit (detached)is permitted on a lot;
f)the gross floor areaof the additional dwelling unit (detached)shall not exceed forty
percent of the gross floor areaof the single detached dwelling, semi-detached
dwelling orstreet townhouse dwelling on the same lot;
g)the minimum lot areashall be 395.0 square metres or in accordance with
applicable regulations included in Table 7-2, 7-3 or 7-4, whichever is greater;
h)the minimum lot widthshall be 13.1 metres or in accordance with applicable
regulations included in Table 7-2, 7-3 or 7-4, whichever is greater;
i)a building containing an additional dwelling unit (detached)shall be located a
minimum of 0.6 metres from a rear lot lineandinterior side lot line;
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j)anadditional dwelling unit (detached) shall not be located in the front yardor
exterior side yard;
k)the maximum heightof the shortest exterior wall of a buildingcontaining an
additional dwelling unit (detached)shall be 3 metres, the maximum buildingheight
shall be 6.0 metres, and;
l)an unobstructed walkway that is a minimum 1.1 metres in width shall be provided
from a driveway,streetor laneto the additional dwelling unit (detached).
m)Despite Section 5.3.3 a) ii), where threeparkingspacesare required in accordance
with table 5-3, two parking spaces may betandem parking spaces.
4.12.3.1Minimum Side Yard setback of PrincipalBuilding:
On a lotcontaining an additional dwelling unit (detached):
a)The principalbuildingshall be located a minimum of 2.5 metres from the side lot
linenearest to where an unobstructed walkway is provided in accordance with
subsection 4.12.3 l); and
b)The principal buildingshall comply with the setbackprovisions required for the
dwellingfor front,sideand rearyards in all other cases.
c)Despite the forgoing clause a) will not apply if the additional unit (detached)has
direct access from streetor laneat the rearor exterior side yard.
13.Section 4.14.4 of By-lawNumber2019-051 is amended to read as follows:
4.14.4Decks
a)All decks shall meet the setbackregulations required for the buildingin the applicable
zone.
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b)Despite Subsection a) in a residential zone, unenclosed decks that do not exceed 0.6
metres in height above the ground, may be located within a required rear yardor
interior side yard.
c)Despite Subsection a) in a residential zone, entirely unenclosed decks that exceed 0.6
metres in height above the ground, may be located within a required rear yardprovided
that they are located a minimum of 4 metres from the rear lot lineand meet the side
yardsetbackregulations required for the dwellingin the applicable zone.
d)DespiteSubsection a) covered decks attached to the principalbuilding, and
unenclosed, may be located within a required rear yardprovided that they are located
a minimum of 4 metres from the rear lot line and meet the side yardsetbackregulations
required for the dwellingin the applicable zone.
14.Section 4.14.8 of By-lawNumber 2019-051 is amended to read as follows:
4.14.8 Patios, Decks, and Outdoor Recreation
4.14.8.1 Restaurant Patios, Decks, and Outdoor Recreation
Patios, decks, and outdoor recreation associated with a restaurantmay project into a
required yardprovided that:
a)They are located a minimum of 30 metres from any residentialzone;
b)In a COM or EMP zone they have a minimum setbackof 3 metres from a street line;
and,
c)Despite Subsection a), in a UGC or MIX zone, a patio, deck, and outdoor recreation
associated with a restaurant may be located within a front yardor exterior side yard.
4.14.8.2 Private Patios
Any required private patio shall be a minimum of 11 square metres in size.
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15.By-lawNumber 2019-051 is amended by adding the following section 4.19 thereto:
4.19TRANSITION TO LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL
Despite any maximum building heightof more than12 metresapplying to any zone, the
building heightshall not exceed 12 metreswithin 15 metresof a lot with a low-rise
residential zone.
16.Section 5 of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the words -
Table 5-5appear.
17.Section 5.3.1of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended by adding the wordto Table
5-1after the word
18.Section 5.3.1 of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended by adding subsection (5) thereto:
(5)Where 2or more required parking spaces are located within a private garage, the
minimum width of the first space is 3 metres and 2.6 metres for every additional
parking space
19.Section 5.3.4 of By-law Number 2019-
5-therefrom and substituting the words -therefor wherever they appear.
20.Section 5.5 e) of By-law Number 2019-
5-therefrom and substituting the words -therefor wherever they appear.
21.Section 5.5 f) of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the words Table 5-
therefrom and substituting the words -therefor wherever they appear.
22.Section 5.5 g) of By-law Number 2019-Table 5-3
and/or Table 5-therefrom and substituting the words-therefor wherever they
appear.
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23.Section 5.6 of By-law Number 2019--
therefrom and substituting the words-therefor wherever they appear.
24.Section 5.3.3 a) iof By-law Number 2019-051 isamended to read as follows:
On a lotcontaining a single detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling,additional
dwelling unit(s) (attached),additional dwelling unit (detached),small residential
care facility,lodging househaving less than 9 residents, or home occupation:
i)Parking spaces shall be located a minimum distance of 6 metres from a street line;
ii)Despite Subsection i), where two or more parking spaces are required, one parking
space may locate on the drivewaywithin 6 metres of the front lot lineor exterior
side lot line and may be a tandem parking space; and,
Illustration 5-1: One Tandem Parking Space Option A
Illustration 5-2: One Tandem Parking Space Option B
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iii) Despite Subsection ii) where three parking spacesare required on a lotthat
contains an additional dwelling unit (attached)and an additional dwelling unit
(detached), one parking space may locate on the drivewaywithin 6 metres of the
front lot lineor exterior side lot line and two parking spacesmay be tandem parking
spaces;and
iv) Not more than one parkingspace for a home occupation may be located in a rear
yard, except in the case of a corner lot, a through lot, or a lotabutting a lane.
25.Section 5.3.3 c)ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the words
therefrom.
26.Section 5.4 of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended to read as follows:
5.4 DRIVEWAY AND GARAGE PROVISIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL USES
a)For all residential usesother than large residential care facilities, multiple
dwellingscontaining 4 or more dwelling units, and mixed use buildings,a
required parking spaceshall have direct access from a streetor lanevia a
driveway.
b)A maximum of one driveway with one access point from each street or lane shall
be permitted on a lot, except in the case of:
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i)Alothaving a minimum lot widthof 30 metres, where a maximum of two
drivewaysmay be permitted; and,
ii)Asemi-detached dwelling, where each dwelling unitmay have one
driveway.
c)For the purposes of Section 5.4 the calculation of drivewaywidth is measured
along the entire length of the drivewayperpendicular from the edge.
Illustration 5-4: Measuring driveway width
d)Adriveway shall be a minimum of 2.6 metres in width.
e)The provisions in Table 5-2 apply to single detached dwellings, semi-detached
dwellings, and street townhouse dwellingswith or without additional dwelling
unit(s).
f)Despite any provision in Table 5-2 and 5-3 a drivewayassociated with a single
detached dwelling, semi-detached dwellingor street townhouse dwellingmay not
exceed 8.0 metresin width.
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Table 5-2: Private Garage Width and Driveway Width Regulations by Use
Maximum privategarage Maximum drivewaywidth Maximum driveway
Residential Use
width with an attached private width without an
garageattached private
garage
Single Detached 65% of the width of the 50% of the lot widthor a 50% of the lot width.
Dwellingfront façadeclosest to drivewaymay be as wide as the
the streetat gradeattached garage.
The drivewaymay extend
beyond the width of the
attached garageto a maximum
total width of 50% of the lot; and
shall be located no closer than
the required side yard setback
of the dwelling.
Semi-Detached 60% of the width of the 50% of the lot widthor 5.2 50% of the lot widthor
Dwellingfront façadeclosest to metres, whichever is less, and a 5.2 metres, whichever
the streetat gradedrivewaymay be as wide as the is less.
attached garage.
The drivewaymay extend
beyond the width of the
attached garageto a maximum
total width of 50% of the lot; and
shall be located no closer than
the required side yard setback
of the dwellingwhich is not
located along the common wall
of the same dwelling;
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Street Townhouse 60% of the width of the 60% of the lot widthor 5.2 60% of the lot widthor
Dwelling front façadeclosest to metres, whichever is less.5.2 metres, whichever
the streetat gradeis less.
The drivewaymay extend
beyond the width of the
attached garageto a maximum
total width of 60% of the lot;
Exterior end unit driveways
shall be located no closer than
the required side yard setback
of the dwelling which is not
located along the common wall
of the same dwelling.
a)For lands identified on Appendix C (Central Neighbourhoods), and within a low-
rise residential zonean attached private garageassociated with a single detached
dwelling,semi-detached dwelling, orstreet townhouse;with or withoutan
additional dwelling unit(s)shall not project beyond the front façadeof the habitable
atgradeportion of the dwelling unit.
b)For lands not identified on Appendix C (Central Neighbourhoods), an attached
private garageassociated with a singledetached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling
orstreet townhouse dwelling; with or without an additional dwelling unit(s):
i)An attached private garagemay project beyond the front façadeof the
habitable portion of the dwelling unita maximum of 1.8 metres.
ii)Where a private garageprojects beyond the habitable portion of the front
façadeof the dwelling unit, a porchabutting the private garageshall be
provided in accordance with Section 4.14.7.
iii)Aprivate garageshall not project beyond the front of a porch.
c)On a corner lotno driveway, or parking spaceshall be located within the front yard
for a distance of 7 metres from the exterior side lot line, and the same shall not be
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located within the exterior side yardfor a distance of7 metres from the front lot
line, measured from the intersecting point of the front lot lineand the exterior side
lot line.
Illustration 5-5: Corner lot driveway location
d)Within a front yard,interior side yard, exterior side yardor rear yardmotorvehicles
shall only be parked within a private garageor on a drivewaythat conforms to
Section 5.3.
e)The drivewayshall be comprised of a material that is consistent throughout the
driveway,and that is distinguishable from all other ground cover or surfacing
including landscaping or walkways within the front yard,interior side yard,exterior
side yard, or rear yard.
Table 5-3: Private Garage Width and Driveway Width Regulations by Use for lands
identified on Appendix C. Central Neighbourhoods
Residential UseMaximum privateMaximum drivewaywidth with Maximum driveway
garage widthan attached garagewidth without an
attached garage
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Single Detached 50% of the width of 40% of the lotwidthor a driveway40% of the lot width.
Dwellingthe front façademay be as wide as the attached
closest to the streetat garage
grade
The drivewaymay extend beyond
the width of the attached garage
to a maximum total width of 40%
of the lot; and shall be located no
closer than the required side yard
setback of the dwellingwhich is
not located along the common
wall of the same dwelling.
50% of the width of 40% of the lot widthor 5.2 metres, 40% of the lot widthor
Semi-Detached the front façadewhichever is less, and a driveway5.2 metres, whichever is
Dwellingclosest to the streetat may be as wide as the attached less.
gradegarage.
The drivewaymay extend beyond
the width of the attached garage
to a maximum total width of 40%
of the lot; and shall be located no
closer than the required side yard
setback of the dwelling which is
not located along the common
wall of the same dwelling;
Townhouse Dwelling 60% of the width of 60% of the lot widthor 5.2 metres, 60% of the lot widthor
Streetthe front façadewhichever is less, andadriveway5.2 metres, whichever is
closest to the streetat may be as wide as the attached less.
gradegarage.
The drivewaymay extend beyond
the width of the attached garage
to a maximum total width of 60%
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of the lot; Exterior end unit
driveways shall be located no
closer than the required side yard
setback of thedwelling.
27.Section 5.6, Table 5-5ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the row entitled
therefrom and substitutingthe following row therefor:
Home OccupationMinimum parking No 1 plus any parking 1 for occupation plus 1 for
spaces:minimumspacesrequired for any non-resident
the dwelling unit(1)employee plus any
parking spacesrequired
for the dwelling unit(1)
28.Section 5.6ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended by adding the followingsubsection
thereto:
"Additional Regulations for Home Occupation Table 5-5
(1)0parking spacesare required for a home occupation use that is an officeor indirect
saleswith no employees or clients to the premises, orfor a home occupation within
asingle detached dwelling with anadditional dwelling unit(s) attachedor additional
dwelling unit(detached), semi-detached dwelling with anadditional dwelling unit(s)
attached or additional dwelling unit (detached), street townhouse dwellingwith an
additional dwelling unit(s) attached or additional dwelling unit (detached), cluster
townhouse dwelling, ormultiple dwelling.
If the home business does not have a non-resident employee, then the required
parking spacesfor the home business and dwelling unit may be arranged in
tandem.
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29.Section 5.6, Table 5-5of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the row entitled
therefrom
and substituting the following rowtherefor:
Single-Detached
Dwelling, Semi-
Detached Dwelling,
Street Townhouse
Minimum parking
1per dwelling unit
andDwelling; and n/an/a
spaces:
Additional Dwelling
Unit (Attached) and
Additional Dwelling
Unit (Detached)
30.Section 5.9ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deletingthe words-
therefrom and substituting the words-therefor wherever they appear.
31.Section 5.12ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended to read as follows :
5.12EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLE STORAGE PROVISIONS
5.12.1Commercial Vehicles and Equipment
Parking or storage of commercial vehicleson lotswithin a RES zoneshall be located
fully within an enclosed buildingorstructure.
5.12.2Major Recreational Equipment
a)Parking or storage of major recreational equipmentonlotswithin a RES zoneshall
be located fully within an enclosed buildingor structure.
b)Despite Subsection a), major recreational equipmentmay be parked or stored in
arear yard, aninterior side yard,or in a carport provided that it is screened by a
visual barrier in accordance with Section 4.18 of this By-law. Major recreational
equipmentthat exceeds 1.4 metres in height and is located within an interior side
yardshall be located a minimum of 1.2 metres from an interior side lot line.
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c)Despite Subsection a), major recreational equipmentmay be parked or stored on
adrivewaybetween May 1 and October 31 provided that such equipment is
located outside of a driveway visibility triangle.
d)Major recreational equipmentshall not be usedfor living, sleeping, or
housekeeping purposes when located on a lotwithin any zone.
e)Despite clauses b) and c) above, snowmobiles or other similar winter-season
recreational equipmentand portable structuresfor transporting such equipment
shall not be stored or parked on a drivewaybetween May 1st and October 31st,
but may be stored or parked on a drivewaywholly inside the lot linebetween
November 1st and April 30th provided that such equipment shall not obstruct the
visibility of vehicular or pedestrian traffic movement within a streetor lane.
5.12.3Utility Trailers
a)On a lotcontaining a residential use, a utility trailershall not be parked or storedin
afront yard, or exterior side yard,except in a driveway.
b)Despite Subsection a), a utility trailer that exceeds 6 metres in length inclusive of
projections and attachments shall not be permitted on a lot within a RES zone.
c)Utility trailersmay be parked or stored in a rear yard, aninterior side yard,or in a
carport provided that it is screened by a visual barrier in accordance with Section
4.18 of this By-law.
5.12.4Vehicles with a Snow Plough Blade
No more than one motor vehiclewith an attached snow plough blade shall be parked or
stored on a lotwithin a RES zone.
32.Section 7 ofBy-law Number 2019-051is amended to read as follows:
SECTION 7 Residential Zones (RES)
The Residential Zones apply to lands designated Low Rise Residential, Medium Rise
Residential and High Rise Residential in the Official Plan.
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7.1Applicable Zones
RES-1: Low Rise Residential One Zone the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
limited dwelling types in areas with an estate character and/or limited municipal services
in low rise areas.
RES-2: Low Rise Residential Two Zone the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate a
limited range of low density dwelling types on larger lots than the RES-3 Zone in low rise
areas.
RES-3: Low Rise Residential Three Zone the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
a limited range of low density dwelling types on smaller lotsthan the RES-2 Zone in low
rise areas.
RES-4: Low Rise Residential Four Zone the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate a
range of low density dwelling types that allow up to four dwelling units on a range of lot
sizes in low rise areas.
RES-5: Low Rise Residential Five Zone the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate the
widest range of low density dwelling types on the widest range of lotsizes in low rise
areas.
RES-6: Medium Rise Residential Six Zone the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
medium density dwelling types and some complementarynon-residential uses in medium
rise residential areas.
RES-7: High Rise Residential Seven Zone the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
high density dwelling types and a range of complementary non-residential uses in high
rise residential areas.
Permitted Uses
No person shall, within any Residential Zone useor permit the useof any lotor erect, alter
oruseany buildingorstructurefor any purpose other than those permitted useswithin
Table 7-1 below.
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Table 7-1: Permitted Uses within the Residential Zones
UseRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4RES-5RES-6RES-7
Residential Uses
Single Detached Dwelling
Additional Dwelling Units
(Attached))(1)
Additional Dwelling Units
(Detached) (2)
Semi-Detached Dwelling
Townhouse Dwelling Street
(3)(4)
Townhouse Dwelling Cluster
(4)
Multiple Dwelling
(3)
Lodging House
Hospice
Residential Care Facility, Small
Residential Care Facility, Large
Non-Residential Uses
(5)
Community Facility (5)
Convenience Retail (5)
Day Care Facility (5)
Financial Establishment (5)
Health Office (5)
Home Occupation (6)
Office (5)
Personal Services (5)
Studio (5)
(1)Shall be permittedin accordance with 4.12.1. and 4.12.2
(2)Shall be permitted in accordance with 4.12.3.
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(3)The maximum number of dwelling unitsin a dwellingshall be 4.
(4)The maximum number of dwelling unitsin a dwellingshall be 8.
(5)Permitted non-residential uses must be located within a mixed use buildingand are
limited in size in accordance with the regulations in Table 7-6.
(6)Shall be permitted in accordance with 4.8.
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7.3 Regulations
The regulations for lots in a Residential Zoneare set out in Tables 7-2 through 7-7
below.
Table 7-2: For Single Detached Dwellings
RES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4RES-5
RES-6RES-7
Regulation(5)(5)(5)(5)(5)
22222
Minimum Lot Area929m(1)411m288m235m235m
Minimum Lot Width24.0m(2)13.7m10.5m9.0m9.0m
Minimum Corner
24.0m(2)15.0m13.8m12.8m12.8m
Lot Width
Minimum Front
Yard or Exterior 6.0m (3)4.5m(3)4.5m(3)4.5m(3)4.5m(3)
Yard Setback
Maximum Front
(3a)(3a)(3a)(3a)(3a)
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
3.0m1.2m1.2m1.2m1.2m
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m
Setback
MaximumLot
55%(4)55%(4)55%(4)55%(4)55%(4)
Coverage
Maximum Building
11.0m(6)11.0m(6)11.0m(6)11.0m(6)11.0m(6)
Height
Maximum number
33333
of storeys
(1) The minimum lot areashall be 0.4 hectares on lotswithout full municipal services.
(2) The minimum lot widthshall be 30.0 metres on lotswithout full municipal services.
(3) For lands identified in Appendix D, despite the minimum front yardrequired in any zone,
the minimum front yardis the established front yardminus one metre.
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In all other cases, the minimum front yard shall be in accordance with this Table. Despitethe
foregoing, no part of any buildingused to accommodate off street parking shall be located
closer than 6.0metresto the street line.
(3a) For lands identified on Appendix D, the maximum front yard shall be the established front yard
plus one metre. In all other cases there is no maximum front yard.
(4) A combined total of 55 percent for all buildingsandstructureson the lot. Accessorybuildingsor
structures, whether attached or detached, and additional dwelling units (detached)shall not
exceed 15 percent.
(5) The regulations within Table 7-2 shall not apply to existingbuildingsor structures.
(6) For lands identified on Appendix C Central Neighborhoods, the maximum building heightis
9.0 metresfor newbuildings and additions to existingbuildingsthat would increase the building
heightby more than 1.0 metres, where the heightof the two principal buildings onboth abutting
lotsisless than 6.5metres. Where there are vacant lot(s), abutting the affected lot, the heightof
the two principal buildingson the next adjacent lotwith a low-rise residential zoneare considered.
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Table 7-3: For Semi-Detached Dwelling Unit
RES-3RES-4RES-5
RES-1RES-2RES-6RES-7
Regulation(3)(3)(3)
222
Minimum Lot Area260m210m210m
Minimum Lot Width9.3 m7.5m7.5m
Minimum Corner
12.0m12.0m12.0m
Lot Width
Minimum Front
Yard or Exterior 4.5m (1)4.5m(1)4.5m(1)
Yard Setback
Maximum Front
(1a)(1a)(1a)
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
1.2m1.2m1.2m
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
7.5m7.5m7.5m
Setback
MaximumLot
55%(2)55%(2)55%(2)
Coverage
Maximum Building
11.0m(4)11.0m(4)11.0m(4)
Height
Maximum number
333
of storeys
(1) For lands identified in Appendix D, despite the minimum front yardrequired in any zone, the
minimum front yardis the established front yardminus one metre. In all other cases the minimum
front yardshall be in accordance with this table.Despitethe foregoing, no part of any buildingused
to accommodate off street parkingshall be located closer than 6.0metresto the street line.
(1a) For lands identified on Appendix D, the maximum front yardshall be the established front yard
plus one metre. In all other cases there is no maximum front yard.
(2) A combined total of 55 percent for all buildingsandstructureson the lot. Accessorybuildingsor
structures, whether attached or detached, and additional dwelling units (detached)shall not
exceed 15 percent.
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(3) The regulations within Table 7-3shall not apply to existingbuildingsor structures.
(4) For lands identified onAppendix C Central Neighborhoods, the maximum building heightis 9.0
metresfor new buildings and additions to existing buildingsthat would increase the building height
by more than 1.0 metres, where the heightof the two principal buildings onboth abutting lotsis
less than 6.5metres. Where there are vacant lot(s), abutting the affected lot, the heightof the two
principal buildingson the next adjacent lotwith a low-rise residential zoneare considered.
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Table 7-4: For Street Townhouse Dwelling Units
RegulationRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4 (4)RES-5 (4)RES-6RES-7
22
Minimum Lot Area148m135m
Minimum Lot Width
6.0m5.5m
(Internal Unit)
Minimum Lot Width
10.0m9.5m
(External Unit)
Minimum Corner Lot
12.0m11.5m
Width
Minimum Front Yard
or Exterior Yard 4.5m(1)4.5m(1)
Setback
Maximum Front
(1a)(1a)
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
2.5m2.5m
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
7.5m7.5m
Setback
Rear Yard Access(2)(2)
MaximumLot
55%(3)55%(3)
Coverage
Maximum Building
11.0m(5)11.0m(5)
Height
Maximum number of
33
storeys
(1) For lands identified onAppendix D, despite the minimum front yardrequired in any zone, the
minimum front yardis the established front yardminus one metre. In all other cases the minimum
front yardshall be in accordance with this Table. Despite the forgoing, no part of any building
usedtoaccommodate off street parking shall be located closer than 6.0 metresto the street line.
(1a) For lands identified on Appendix D, the maximum front yardshall be the established front yard
plus one metre. In all other cases there is no maximum front yard.
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(2) Each dwelling unitshall have an unobstructed access at gradeor ground floor level, having a
minimum width of 0.9 metres, from the front yardto the rear yardof the loteither by:
a) direct access on the lotwithout passing through any portion of the dwelling unit; or,
b) direct access through the dwelling unitwithout passing through a living or family room, dining
room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, or recreation room or any hallway that is not separated by
a door to any such room; or,
c) access over adjacent lands which, if the lands are not owned by the City of Kitchener or the
Regional Municipality of Waterloo, is secured by a registered easement.
(3) A combined total of 55 percent for all buildingsandstructureson the lot. Accessorybuildingsor
structures, whether attached or detached, and additional dwelling units (detached)shall not
exceed 15 percent.
(4) The regulations within Table 7-4 shall not apply to existingbuildingsor structures.
(5) For lands identified in an Appendix C Central Neighborhoods, the maximum building heightis
9.0 metres for new buildings and additions to existing buildingsthat would increase the building
heightby more than 1.0 metres, where the heightof the two principal buildings onboth abutting
lotsisless than 6.5 metres. Where there are vacant lot(s), abutting the affected lot, the heightof
the two principal buildingson the next adjacent lotwith a low-rise residential zoneare considered.
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Table 7-5: For Cluster Townhouse Dwelling Units
RegulationRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4RES-5 (3)RES-6 (3)RES-7
22
Minimum Lot Area525m525m
Minimum Lot Width19.0m19.0m
Minimum Front
Yard or Exterior 4.5m 3.0m
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
4.5m4.5m
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
6.0m4.5m
Setback
Minimum
20%20%
Landscaped Area
Minimum Floor
0.6(1) (4)
Space Ratio
Maximum Floor
0.62.0(1)
Space Ratio
Minimum Building
7.5m
Height
Maximum Building
11.0m25.0m
Height
Maximum Number
38
of Storeys
Minimum Number
5
of Dwelling Units
Private Patio Area(2)(2)
(1) Combined total Floor Space Ratioof all useson the lot.
(2) For each dwelling unitlocated at ground floor level, an exclusive use patio area adjacent to the
dwelling unitwith direct access to such dwelling unitshall be provided.
(3) The regulations within Table 7-5 shall not apply to existing buildingsor structures.
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(4) Individual buildingswill not be required to achieve the minimum floor space ratiowhere there is an
approved Urban Design Brief that includes a Master Site Plan that demonstrates the overall
development can achieve the minimum floor space ratio.
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Table 7-6: For Multiple Dwellings and Non-Residential Uses
RegulationRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4 (6)RES-5 (6)RES-6 (6)RES-7 (6)
22
Minimum Lot Area495m495m
Minimum Lot Width15.0m19.0m(1)30.0m30.0m
Minimum Front
Yard or Exterior 4.5m 4.5m 3.0m3.0m
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
3.0m3.0m4.5m4.5m (5)
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m (5)
Setback
Minimum
20%20%20%20%
Landscaped Area
Minimum Floor
0.6 (2) (7)2.0 (2) (7)
Space Ratio
Maximum Floor
0.60.62.0 (2) 4.0 (2)
Space Ratio
Minimum building
11.0m14.0 m
height
Maximum Building
11.0m11.0m25.0m(5)
Height
Maximum number
338
of storeys
Minimum number of
55
dwelling units
Maximum number
4
of dwelling units
Private Patio Area(3)(3)(3)(3)
Maximum Gross
Floor Areaof
22
600m(4)600m(4)
Individual Non-
Residential Use
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(1) A multiple dwellingup to 4 dwellingunits shall have a minimum lot widthof 15.0metres.
(2) Combined total Floor Space Ratioof all uses on the lot.
(3) For multiple dwellingswith 4 dwelling unitsor more, each dwelling unitlocated at ground floor level
shall have an exclusive use patio area adjacent to the dwelling unitwith direct access to such
dwelling unit.
(4) The total gross floor areaof all non-residential usesshall not exceed 25% of the total gross floor
areaon a lot.
(5) The maximum building heightshall be 25 metreswithin 15 metresof a lotwith a (RES-6) Medium
Rise Residential Six Zone.
(6) The regulations within Table 7-6 shall not apply to existing buildingsor structures.
(7) Individual buildings will not be required to achieve the minimum floor space ratiowhere there is an
approved Urban Design Brief that includes a Master Site Plan that demonstrates the overall
development can achieve the minimum floor space ratio.
Table 7-7: Lodging House, Hospice, Small Residential Care Facility and Large
Residential Care Facility
RegulationRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4RES-5RES-6RES-7
Regulations(1)(1)(1)(1)(1)(1)
(1)Shall be in accordance with the regulations of the RES Zone and dwellingtype in which the
lodging house, hospice orsmall residential care facilityis located. A large residential care facility
shall be in accordance with the regulations of the RES zone for multiple dwellings.
7.4Outdoor Storage
No outdoorstorageshall be permitted in an RES zone.
7.5Other Applicable Regulations and Sections
For other applicable regulations and sections see Section 3: Definitions, Section 4:
General Regulations and, Section 5: Parking, Loading, and Stacking.
33.Section 8.1 ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the words
zonedfor low therefrom and substituting the words low-rise
therefor wherever they appear.
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34.Section 8.3, Table 8-2ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting theentirerow
stepbackfor mid rise buildingsand tall buildingswhere the base abuts
alow-rise residential zonetherefrom.
35.Section 10.3, Table 10-2ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the entire
building heightfor a buildinglocated less than 14 metresfrom a
yard abutting a residential zonetherefrom.
36.Section 11.3,Table 11-2 ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deleting the words
nedfor a low density residential usetherefrom and substituting the words with a low-
rise residential zone.
37.Section 11.3ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended by deletingthe wordsand a
minimum stepbackof 3 metres where the base abuts a low-rise residential zone
therefrom.
38.Section 19, Specific Provision (73) ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended to read as
follows:
(73)Within the lands zoned NHC-1 and shown as affected by this provision on Zoning
Grid Schedule 144, 145, 215, 216, 243, 244, 259, 260, 279, 280, 281, 282, 286, 287, 288,
296, and 297 of Appendix A, a golf courseshall also be permitted and nobuilding, except
that which primarily functions for maintenance or storage purposes, shall be located within
22 metres of a property with a low-rise residential zone.
39.Section 19, Specific Provision (80) of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended to read as
follows:
(80)Within the lands zoned OSR-2 and shown as affected by this provision on Zoning
Grid Schedule 15, 16, 37, 38, 144, 145, 172, 280, 243, 244, 259, 279, 281, 282, 286, 287
and 288 of Appendix A, the following shall apply:
b)The following usesare also permitted:
a.Golf course
b.Curling Rink or Arena (1)
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c.Swimming Facility (1)
d.Tennis Facility (1)
c)No building, except that which primarily functions for maintenance or storage
purposes, shall be located within 22 metres of a property with a low-rise residential
zone.
(1) Shall be subordinate to and located on the same premises as a golf course.
40.Section 19, Specific Provision (159)ofBy-law Number 2019-051 is amended to read as
follows:
(159) -Within the lands zoned RES-3, RES-4 and RES-5 and shown as affected by this
provision in Appendix A, an attached private garage or detached private garage shall be
located 5.5 metres behind the frontfaçadeof the principal building.
41.Section 19,Specific Provision (160) of By-law Number 2019-051 is amended to readas
follows:
(160)-Within the lands zoned RES-3, RES-4 and RES-5 and shown as affected by this
provision in Appendix A, a new single detached dwellingornew semi-detached dwelling
shall includea porch on at least one street line façadeand in accordance with Section
4.14.7.
Maps
42.By-law Number 2019-included herein within
Attachment 1.
43.By-law Number 2019-included herein within
Attachment 2.
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PASSED at the Council Chambers in the City of Kitchener this ______day of
___________, 20__
_____________________________
Mayor
_____________________________
Clerk
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Attachment 1
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Attachment 2
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APPENDIX F TO REPORT #DSD-233
ZONING BY-LAW 2019
FOR THE
CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER
October 7, 2019
Draft Working Consolidation
Track Changes to Incorporate Residential Base
Zones
Abridged-Does not include all site specific and holding
provisions
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TABLE OF CONTENTSPage 1of 5
SECTION 1 General Scope and Administration
1.1Title
1.2Conformity and Compliance with the By-Law
1.3Compliance with Other Legislation
1.4Application
1.5Validity
1.6Effective Date
1.7Repeal of Existing By-laws
1.8Zoning Occupancy Certificate
1.9Technical Revisions to the Zoning By-law
1.10Contents of This By-law
SECTION 2 Interpretation, Classification, and Limits of Zones
2.1Interpretation
2.1.1Word Usage
2.1.2Defined Terms
2.1.3References to Acts
2.1.4Use of Tables
2.2Zones, Zoning Grid Schedules, and Appendices
2.2.1Reference to Zone Categories
2.2.2Zoning Grid Schedules
2.2.3Grand River Conservation Authority Regulated Area
2.3Limits of Zones
SECTION 3 Definitions
SECTION 4 General Regulations
4.1Accessory Buildings and Structures
4.2Accessory Uses
4.3Bonusing
4.4Condominums
4.4.1Standard Condominiums
4.4.2Vacant Land Condominiums
4.4.3Common Element Condominiums
4.5Corner Visibility Triangles, Corner Visibility Areas and Driveway Visibility Triangles
4.6Frontage on a Street
4.7Home Occupation
4.7.1Regulations for Home Occupations
4.7.2Permitted Home Occupation Uses
4.8Non-Compliance as a Result of Land Acquisition
4.9Group Homes
4.10Correctional Group Homes
4.11Location of Lodging Houses
4.12Number of Dwellings per Lot
4.12.1One Additional Dwelling Unit (Attached)Second Dwelling Units (Attached)
4.12.2Two Additional Dwelling Units (Attached)Second Dwelling Units (Detached)
4.12.3Additional Dwelling Units (Detached)
City of Kitchener Zoning By-law 2019
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TABLE OF CONTENTSPage 2of 5
4.13Permitted Projections above Height Restrictions
4.14Permitted Projections into Required Yards
4.14.1Architectural Features
4.14.2Balconies
4.14.3Canopies
4.14.4Decks
4.14.5Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Equipment
4.14.6Pools and Hot Tubs
4.14.7Porches
4.14.8Restaurant Patios, Decks, and Outdoor Recreation
4.14.9Satellite Dishes and Antennas
4.14.10Steps and Access Ramps
4.15Permitted Uses
4.15.1Automotive Detailing and Repair Operation, and Heavy Repair Operation
4.15.2Construction Uses
4.15.3Drive-Through Facilities
4.15.4Food Cart
4.15.5Gas Station
4.15.6Model Home
4.15.7Public Uses and Utilities
4.15.8Shipping Container
4.15.9Towing Compounds
4.15.10Temporary Sales Centre
4.16Setbacks from railways
4.17Two or more zones on a lot
4.18Visual Barrier
4.19Transition to Low-Rise Residential
SECTION 5 Parking, Loading, and Stacking
5.1Applicability
5.2Parking Provisions
5.3Parking Space and Parking Lot Provisions
5.3.1Parking Space Dimensions
5.3.2Location of Parking Spaces for Non-Residential Uses and Mixed Use
Buildings
5.3.3Location of Parking Spaces for Residential Uses
5.3.4Location of Parking Spaces on the Ground Floor of a Building
5.4Driveway and Garage Provisions for Residential Uses
5.5Bicycle Parking Stall Provisions
5.6Minimum and Maximum Parking Space Provisions
5.7Parking Requirements for mixed-use buildings & Developments
5.8Electric Vehicle Parking Space Provisions
5.9Barrier-Free Accessible Parking Space Provisions
5.10Loading Space Provisions
5.11Stacking Provisions
5.12Equipment and Vehicle Storage Provisions
5.12.1Commercial Vehicles and Equipment
5.12.2Major Recreational Equipment
5.12.3Utility Trailers
5.12.4Vehicles with a Snow Plough Blade
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SECTION 6 Urban Growth Centre (UGC) Zones
6.1\[Reserved\]
SECTION 7 Residential (RES) Zones
7.1Applicable Zones\[Reserved\]
7.2Permitted Uses
7.3Regulations
7.4Outdoor Storage
7.5Other Applicable Regulations and Sections
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SECTION 8 Mixed Use (MIX) Zones
8.1Applicable Zones
8.2Permitted Uses
8.3Regulations
8.4Visual Barrier
8.5Outdoor Storage
8.6Location of Parking Spaces and Loading Spaces
SECTION 9 Commercial (COM) Zones
9.1Applicable Zones
9.2Permitted Uses
9.3Regulations
9.4Visual Barrier
9.5Outdoor Storage
SECTION 10 Employment (EMP) Zones
10.1Applicable Zones
10.2Permitted Uses
10.3Regulations
10.4Visual Barrier
10.5Outdoor Storage
10.6Location of Parking Spaces and Loading Spaces
SECTION 11 Institutional (INS) Zones
11.1Applicable Zones
11.2Permitted Uses
11.3Regulations
11.4Visual Barrier
11.5Outdoor Storage
SECTION 12 Agriculture (AGR) Zones
12.1Applicable Zones
12.2Permitted Uses
12.3Regulations
SECTION 13 Natural Heritage Conservation (NHC) Zones
13.1Applicable Zones
13.2Permitted Uses
SECTION 14 Existing Use Floodplain (EUF) Zones
14.1Applicable Zones
14.2Permitted Uses
14.3Regulations
14.4Underground Parking Facilities
SECTION 15 Open Space and Recreation (OSR) Zones
15.1Applicable Zones
15.2Permitted Uses
15.3Regulations
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SECTION 16 Major Infrastructure and Utility (MIU) Zones
16.1Applicable Zones
16.2Permitted Uses
16.3Regulations
16.4Visual Barrier
16.5Outdoor Storage
SECTION 17 Overlays
17.1Applicable Overlays
17.2Regulations
17.2.1Flooding Hazard
17.2.2Slope Erosion Hazard
17.2.3Significant Wildlife Habitat and Significant Landforms
17.2.4Ecological Restoration Areas
SECTION 18 Transition Provisions
18.1General Transition Matters
18.2Complete Application Transition Matters
18.3Transition Sunset Clause
SECTION 19 Site Specific Provisions
19.1Site Specific Provisions
SECTION 20 Holding Provisions
20.1Holding Provisions
SECTION 21 Temporary Use Provisions
21.1Temporary Use Provisions
APPENDIX AZoning Grid Schedules
APPENDIX BGrand River Conservation Authority Regulated Area
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1.1TITLE
This By-law shall be k-he City.
1.2CONFORMITY AND COMPLIANCE WITH THE BY-LAW
No personshall erect, alter, enlarge,or useany land, building,orstructurewithin the city
in whole or in part,except as expressly permitted in this By-law.For greater certainty, all
usesof land shall be considered to be prohibited usesunless specifically permitted herein.
1.3COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER LEGISLATION
Nothing in this By-lawshall be construed to exempt any personfrom complying with the
requirements of any other by-lawof the Cityor any other government statute and/or
regulation that may otherwise affect the useof land, buildings, or structures.
1.4APPLICATION
The provisions of this By-lawshall apply to all lands in the cityshown on Appendix A. For
greater certainty, land shown on Appendix A with diagonal hatching and labelled with By-
law Number 85-1, By-law Number 4830, or By-law Number 878A is included for
convenience of reference only and does not form part of this By-law.
1.5VALIDITY
If any portionof this By-lawis for any reason held to be invalid, it is hereby declared to be
the intention that all the remaining provisions of said By-lawshall remain in full force and
effect until repealed, despitethat one or more provisions thereof shall have been declared
tohavebeeninvalid.
1.6EFFECTIVE DATE
a)This By-lawshall come into effect on the date of passage.
b)The provisions of this By-law enabled by Official Plan Amendment 103 and Official
Plan Amendment6 (2019), shall come into effect, pursuant to Section 24(2) of The
Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended.
1.7REPEAL OF EXISTING BY-LAWS
All the provisions in By-law Number 85-1, By-law Number 4830, and By-law Number 878A,
insofar as they affect the lands shown on Appendix A, are repealed.
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1.8ZONING OCCUPANCY CERTIFICATE
a)No change may be made in the type of useof any premisescovered by this By-
law without the issuance of a Zoning OccupancyCertificate. A Zoning Occupancy
Certificateshall be required for each useon alotor within a building containing
multiple uses.
b)Despite Subsection a), no Zoning OccupancyCertificate shall be required for a
single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, street townhouse dwelling,
additionaldwelling unit(s) (attached),additional dwelling unit (detached)second
dwelling unit(attached),second dwelling unit(detached),orprivate home day
care.
c)Nothing in this By-law applies to prevent the issuance of a Zoning Occupancy
Certificate for a permitted usewithin lands, building, or structures established in
accordance with the Transition Provisions of Section 18.
1.9TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE ZONING BY-LAW
Technical revisions may be made to this By-law without the need for a Zoning By-law
Amendment. Technical revisions means the correction of numbering, cross-referencing,
grammar, punctuation or typographical errors, mapping errors,or revisions to format in a
manner that does not change the intent of this By-law.
1.10CONTENTS OF THIS BY-LAW
a)Figures form part of this By-law. Tables form part of this By-law and specify
permitted usesand/or regulations.
b)Appendices A, C and D form part of this By-law. Appendix B is included for
convenience of reference only and does not form part of this By-law.
a)Appendix A forms part of this By-law. Appendix B is included for convenience of
reference only and does not form part of this By-law.
b)c)Reference aids such as tables of contents, marginal notes, headers, footers,
headings, and illustrations are included for convenience of reference only and do
not form part of this By-law. For greater certainty, illustrations are to be used as
examples to show the application of a regulation, and shall not be construed to
have general application beyond their context.
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2.1INTERPRETATION
2.1.1Word Usage
a)Words used in the present tense include the future; words in the singular include
the plural; words in the plural include the singular.
b)The word "shall" is to be construed as being always mandatory and requires full
strued as being permissive.
c)By-l
particularsection of this By-law.
d)Where a section or provision of this By-
to leave space for possible future amendments to this By-law. For greater
does not form part of this By-law.
2.1.2Defined Terms
Italicized terms herein are defined in Section 3. Defined terms are intended to capture
both the singular and plural forms of these terms. For non-italicized terms, the grammatical
and ordinary meaning of the word applies. Terms may be italicized only in specific
regulations; for these terms, the defined meaning applies where they are italicized and the
grammatical and ordinary meaning applies where they are not italicized. Where a defined
term in Section 3 is listed in a different order than it appears elsewhere in this By-law, it is
done for the ease and convenience of locating and identifying the term with other like
terms.
2.1.3References to Acts
Where any legislationor portion thereof is referenced herein, it is intended that such
references should be interpreted to include any subsequent legislation and related
regulations that may amendor replace the specific statute.
2.1.4Use of Tables
The uses permitted in a zoneare noted in a permitted use . Within
a permitted usetable, a blank cell means the useis not permitted in that zone. Within a
regulations table, a blank cell means no regulation applies. A number in brackets in a table
indicates that one or more additional regulations apply.
shall mean gross floor area,
2
square metres.
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2.2ZONES, ZONING GRID SCHEDULES, AND APPENDICES
2.2.1Reference to Zone Categories
Sections 6 through 16comprise different zonecategories that include one or more zones.
A reference made to a zonecategory includes all zones within that zonecategory. Azone
orzonecategory may be referred to by the following symbols:
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Urban Growth Centre (UGC)Zones Symbol
ReservedReserved
Residential (RES) Zones Symbol
ReservedReserved
Low Rise Residential One ZoneRES-1
Low Rise Residential Two ZoneRES-2
Low Rise Residential Three ZoneRES-3
Low Rise Residential Four ZoneRES-4
Low Rise Residential Five ZoneRES-5
Medium Rise Residential Six ZoneRES-6
High Rise Residential Seven ZoneRES-7
Mixed Use (MIX)Zones Symbol
Mixed Use OneMIX-1
Mixed Use TwoMIX-2
Mixed Use ThreeMIX-3
Commercial(COM) Zones Symbol
Local CommercialCOM-1
General CommercialCOM-2
ArterialCommercialCOM-3
Commercial CampusCOM-4
Employment(EMP) Zones Symbol
Neighbourhood Industrial EmploymentEMP-1
General Industrial EmploymentEMP-2
Heavy Industrial Employment EMP-3
Service Business Park Employment EMP-4
General Business Park EmploymentEMP-5
Institutional (INS)Zones Symbol
Neighbourhood InstitutionalINS-1
Major InstitutionalINS-2
Agriculture (AGR)ZonesSymbol
Prime Agriculture AGR-1
Natural Heritage Conservation (NHC)ZonesSymbol
Natural Heritage ConservationNHC-1
Existing Use Floodplain (EUF)ZonesSymbol
Existing Use Floodplain EUF-1
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Open Space and Recreation (OSR)Zones Symbol
Recreation OSR-1
Open Space: Greenways OSR-2
Open Space: Stormwater ManagementOSR-3
MajorInfrastructure and Utility (MIU)ZonesSymbol
Major Infrastructure and UtilityMIU-1
2.2.2Zoning Grid Schedules
a)The location, extent, and boundaries of all zonesare shown on Appendix A.
b)The location, extent, and boundaries of overlays are shown on Appendix A with a
hatching over top of the underlying zones.
c)The location, extent, and boundaries of site specific provisions are shown on
Appendix A where a zonesymbol is followed by a number in parentheses.
d)The location, extent, and boundaries of holding provisions are shown on Appendix
A where a zonesymbol is followed by a
e)The location, extent, and boundaries of temporary use provisions are shown on
Appendix A where a zonesymbol is foll
parentheses.
2.2.3Grand River Conservation Authority Regulated Area
The Grand River Conservation Authority Regulated Areais delineated on Appendix B and
illustrates areas that may be regulated in accordance with the Conservation Authorities
Act. The actual regulated area may differ from the area shown on Appendix B.
2.3LIMITS OF ZONES
When determining the boundary of any zoneas shown on Appendix A, the following shall
apply:
a)aboundary indicated as following a street,lane, railway right-of-way, utility
corridor, or watercourse shall be the centre-line of the applicable feature and the
applicable feature shall be included within the zoneof the adjoining lot(s)on the
sides thereof;
b)aboundary indicated as following lot lineson the date of passage of this By-law or
the municipal boundaries of the cityshall follow such lot linesor boundary;and,
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c)where a boundary is left uncertainafter reference to Subsections i)andii), the
boundary shall be determined either figures contained in site specific provisions or
holding provisions or scaled from Appendix A.
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A
Access Aislemeans the space abutting parking spacesor bicycle parking stallsfor pedestrian
access to vehicles.
Accessorymeans a useor buildingthat is commonly incidental, subordinate,and exclusively
devoted to the principaluse(s)or primarybuilding(s) situated on the same lot.
Adult Sex Film Theatre means the useofabuildingfor the making or showing of films classified
as adult sex filmby the Ontario Film Review Board.
Agriculturemeans the useof a premisesfor the growing of cropsincluding nursery, biomass,
and horticultural crops; raising of livestock; raising of other animals for food, fur or fibre, including
poultry and fish;aquaculture; apiaries; agro-forestry; maple syrup production; vertical farming;
and associated on-farm buildingsandstructures, including livestock facilities, manure storages,
andvalue-retaining facilities.Agriculturecan include equestrian establishment.
Agriculture-Relatedmeans the useof a premises for commercial and industrial purposes that
are directly related to and support agriculture, benefit from being in close proximity to farm
operations, and provide direct products and/or services to farm operations as a primary activity.
Agriculture-related caninclude storage or processing of food grown in the area, and farm input
supplies such as feed, seeds,and fertilizer.
Amusement Parkmeans the use of a premiseswhere rides, slides, play facilities,and games
of chance or skill are provided for public amusement, and can include a water park, go-kart track,
paintball facility, andminiature golf facility.
Angled Parking Spacesee Parking Space, Angled
Animal Sheltermeans the use of a premiseswhere lost, abandoned, or rescued animals are
boarded for the purposes of care, claiming, or adoption.
Architectural Features means decorative features of a building such as window sills, chimney
breasts, belt courses, cornices, parapets, and/oreaves.
means the use of a premises for the making, study,or instruction of
a performing or visual art;or the workplace of an artisan such as a painter, sculptor, photographer,
dressmaker,or tailor.shall not include an adult sex film theatre.
Additional Dwelling Unit(Attached) see Dwelling Unit (Attached), Additional
Additional Dwelling Unit (Detached)see Dwelling Unit (Detached), Additional
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Atticmeans the uninhabitable portion of a buildingorstructurethat is immediately below the
roof and wholly or partially within the roof framing,having an interior height of 1.8 metres or less.
A habitable or finished attic, or an uninhabitable or unfinished attic with an interior height greater
than 1.8 metres,is considered to be a storey.
Automotive Detailing and Repair Operationsee Repair Operation, Automotive Detailing and
B
Back-to-Back Townhouse Dwellingsee Dwelling, Back-to-Back Townhouse
Base means the ground floorand immediate floors above the ground floorof a buildingthat
form the bottomsection or podium of a mid-rise buildingortall building.
Bed and Breakfastmeans a home occupationthat provides overnight accommodation of the
traveling public,or temporary living accommodations,and shall not include a hotel,lodging house,
orgroup home.
Below Grademeans any portion of a buildingwhere the finished grademeets the exterior wall
at an elevation not more than 0.5 metres below the elevation of the underside of an interior ceiling
and the maximum slope taken from the closest lot lineis not more than 18 degrees (3:1 slope).
In the case where a retaining wall has been installed to meet these criteria, that portion of the
buildingshall in no way be considered to be belowgrade.
Bicycle Locker means an individual bicycle storage unit that is weather protected, enclosed,
andhasa controlled access system.
Bicycle Parking Stallmeans a Class A bicycle parking stalland a Class B bicycleparking stall.
Bicycle Parking Stall, Class Ameans abicycle lockeroran enclosed, secure area with
controlled access in which a bicycle may beparkedand secured for the long termin a stable
position with at least onepoint of contact with the frame of the bicycle.
Bicycle Parking Stall, Class Bmeans an area in which a bicycle may be parked and secured
for the short termin a stable position with two points of contact with the frame of the bicycle.
Biotechnological Establishmentmeans the useof a premises forthe research, development,
application, and production of bio-organisms, which may or may not be usedin amanufacturing
process, butshall not includethe slaughtering, eviscerating, rendering, or cleaning of meat,
poultry, fish, or by-products thereof;animal husbandry;or the raising of animals.
Bonus Valuemeans additional floor space ratio orbuilding floor areathat may be provided on
alotin exchange for facilities, services,or mattersthat benefit the community.
floor space ratio or building floor areabeyond what is permitted by the maximum base floor space
ratio in a zone.
Brewpubmeans the useof a buildingfor the small-scale production of beer, wine, cider, and/or
spirits in conjunction with a restaurant.
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Buildingmeans a structureoccupying an area equal to or greater than 10 square metres and
consisting of any combination of walls, roof, and floor, but shall not include a shipping container.
Building, Low-Risemeans a building between 1 and 3 storeys.
Building, Mid-Risemeans a building between 4 and 8 storeys.
Building, Tall means a building of 9 or more storeys.
Building Floor Areameans the aggregate horizontal floor area measured from the exterior
walls of all storeys of a buildingexcluding any floor arealocated below grade.The midpoint of a
common wall shall be considered the face of the exterior in the case of common walls located on
alot line.
Building Heightmeans the vertical distance between the highest finished gradelevel at the
perimeter of the buildingand the uppermost point of the building. For all usesexcept asingle
detacheddwellingwith or without a second dwelling unit (attached), at no point shall the vertical
distance between the lowest finished gradeand the uppermost point of the buildingexceed 110%
of the maximum building heightin the applicable zone.
BuildingHeightmeans the vertical distance between the highest elevation of the finished
ground immediately surrounding the perimeter of the buildingand the uppermost point of the
building. For all usesexcept a single detached dwellingwith or without additional dwelling unit(s)
(attached), at no point shall the vertical distance between the lowest elevation of the finished
ground immediately surrounding the perimeter of the buildingand the uppermost point of the
buildingexceed 110% of the maximum building heightin the applicable zone.
Building Material and Decorating SupplyEstablishmentmeans the useof apremisesfor
third party wholesaledistribution of lumber and/or building supplies including roofing, masonry,
plumbing, heating, electrical, paint, and similar items.Building material and decorating supply
establishmentshallnot include a home improvement store.
Bulk Fuel and Oil Storage Establishmentmeans the use of apremisesfor the bulk storage
orthird party wholesale distribution of gasoline, oil, petroleum products,or other flammable
liquids, but shall not include a gas station.
C
Campgroundmeans the use of apremises for the temporary accommodationof the travelling
publicinmajor recreational equipment,or tents for recreational use.
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Canine and Feline Grooming Establishmentmeans a home occupationfor the grooming of
dogs and/or cats, including bathing, cutting of hair, trimming of nails, and other services generally
associated with the act of grooming, but shall not include pet boarding,pet services
establishment, or veterinary services.
Car Washmeans the useof apremisesfor the cleaning of motor vehicles,but shall not include
the cleaning of commercial vehicles.An automatic car wash shall be considered a drive-through
facility, and caninclude stacking lanes.
Catering Service Establishmentmeans the useof a premisesfor the preparation of food or
beverages on-site, strictly for the consumption of these products off-site.
Cemeterymeans the use of a premises for the interment of human remains and includes a
mausoleum, columbarium, or other structureintended for the interment of human remains. A
cemeteryshall not include a crematorium.
Citymeans the Corporation of the City of Kitchener.
citymeans the geographic area comprising Kitchener.
Class A Bicycle Parking Stallsee Bicycle Parking Stall, Class A
Class B Bicycle Parking Stallsee Bicycle Parking Stall, Class B
Cluster Townhouse Dwelling see Dwelling, Cluster Townhouse
Commercial Driver and Training Establishmentmeans the useof apremiseswhere teaching
or instruction of the operation of commercial vehiclesand/orheavy equipment is offered.
Commercial Entertainment means the use of abuilding for the entertainment of the public and
caninclude a cinema;performing arts venue;amusement arcade;billiard room;bowling alley;
bingo hall;electronic,laser, or virtual realitygame;hall; sport simulators;miniature golffacility;
paintball facility; go-kart track;climbing facility; and play facilityas well as accessory retailthereto.
Commercial entertainment shall not include an adult sex film theatre or amusement park.
Commercial Parking Facilitymeansthe use of apremisesfor the temporaryparking of motor
vehiclesin parking spaces and/or tandem parking spaces. A commercial parking facilityshall not
include the storageofmotor vehiclesor any required parking spacesassociated with ause.
Commercial Schoolsee School, Commercial
Commercial Vehiclesee Vehicle, Commercial
Commercial Vehicle Wash Facilitymeans the useof apremisesfor the cleaning of
commercialvehicles.
Commercial Water Takingmeans a useof alotwhere water is extracted from surface or
ground water,and where some or all of such extracted water is transported from the site for sale.
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Community Facilitymeans the use of a premises for a multi-purpose facility that offers a
combination of recreational, cultural, community service and information or instructional
programs, and can include a community centre, community space, arena, library, and/or
swimming facility.
Computer, Electronic,Data Processing,orServerEstablishmentmeans the use of a
buildingfor software development and testing, or for the collection, analysis, processing, storage,
or distribution of electronic data.
Conference, Convention,or Exhibition Facilitymeans the use of apremises as the place of
assembly or venue for intermittent events such asconferences, conventions, exhibitions,
seminars, banquets,or product and trade fairs.
Continuing Care Communitymeans the use of a premisesthat is planned, developed,
managed, and operated as a continuum of accommodations and care, and is comprised of a large
residential care facilityand may contain an independent living facility.
Convenience Retailsee Retail, Convenience
Corner Lotsee Lot, Corner
Corner Visibility Area -means the area formed within a corner lot by two triangles, where the
intersecting street lines form the legs of each triangle and the triangles extend from the street line
point of intersection.
Corner Visibility Trianglemeans a triangular area formed within a corner lotby the intersecting
street lines or the projections thereof,and a straight line connecting them from their point of
intersection.
Correctional Group Home see Group Home, Correctional
Craftsperson Shopmeansthe use of a premises for the creation, finishing, refinishing,or
similar production of custom or hand-made commodities.
Crematoriummeans the use of a buildingfor the purpose of cremating human remains that is
approved under the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act.
Cultural Facilitymeans the use of apremisesfor the creation, production,and viewing of arts
and culture,andcaninclude a museum,art gallery, performing arts venue, auditorium, exhibition
facility,and managed historical sites,but shall not include an adult sex film theatre.
Cultural Heritage Resources means buildings, structuresand properties designated under the
Ontario Heritage Actor listed on the Municipal Heritage Register; protected by a heritage
easement or covenant;propertiesidentifiedon the Heritage Kitchener Inventory of Historic
Buildings;built heritage resources;and cultural heritage landscapes as defined in the Provincial
Policy Statement.
D
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Day Care Facilitymeans the useofapremiseslicensed under Provinciallegislation to operate
a facility for the purpose of providing temporary care for children for a continuous period of time
not exceeding twenty-four hours.
Day Care, Private Home means a home occupation that accommodates:
a)five children or less where unlicensed under Provinciallegislation; or,
b)sixchildren or less where licensed under Provinciallegislation,
at any one time for the purpose of providing temporary care for a continuous period of time not
exceeding twenty-four hours.
Discarded Motor Vehiclesee Vehicle, Discarded Motor
Drive Aislemeans an internal vehicle route immediately adjacent to parking spacesand/or
loading spaces,which provides direct vehicular access to and from parking spacesand/or loading
spaces,butshall not include a driveway.
Drive-Through Facilitymeans the useof a premises including stacking lanesandan order
stationwith or without voice communication,where productsor servicesareprovided through a
service window or an automated machine to patronsremaining in their motor vehicle.
Drivewaymeans a vehicle routethat provides access from a streetor laneto a drive aisle,
parking space, orparking lot.
Driveway Visibility Trianglemeans a triangular areaformed within a lotby the intersection of
anedge of adrivewayand a lot line, or the projections thereof, and a straight line connecting
themfrom their point of intersection.
Dwellingmeans a buildingcontaining one or more dwelling unitsand can include a single
detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling,street townhouse dwelling,second dwelling unit
(attached),second dwelling unit(detached),clustertownhouse dwelling,multiple dwelling,small
residential care facility,or large residential care facility.
Dwellingmeans a buildingcontaining one or more dwelling unitsand can include a single
detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling,street townhouse dwelling,additional dwelling unit
(attached),additional dwelling unit (detached),cluster townhouse dwelling,multiple dwelling,
small residential care facility,or large residential care facility.
Dwelling, Back-to-Back Townhousemeans the useof a buildingdivided vertically into three
or more dwelling unitsby common walls, including a common rear wall, which prevents internal
access between dwelling units.
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Dwelling, Cluster Townhousemeans the useof a buildingdivided vertically into three or more
dwelling unitsby common walls which prevent internal accessbetweendwelling unitsandextends
from the base ofthe foundation to the roof line. A cluster townhouse dwellingisnot a street
townhouse dwellingormultiple dwelling.
Dwelling, Multiplemeans the use of a buildingcontaining three or more dwelling units, and
can include a stacked townhouse dwellingandback-to-back townhouse dwelling. A multiple
dwellingis not a street townhouse dwelling,mixed use building,cluster townhouse dwelling,single
detached dwellingwith additional dwelling units (attached) or semi-detached dwellingwith
additional dwelling units (attached).
Dwelling, Multiplemeans the use of a buildingcontainingthree or more dwelling units, and
can include a stacked townhouse dwelling and back-to-back townhouse dwelling.Amultiple
dwellingisnot a street townhouse dwelling,mixed use building,or cluster townhouse dwelling.
Dwelling, Semi-Detachedmeans the useof a buildingdivided vertically into two semi-detached
dwelling units (as the principaluse of the building) by a common wall which prevents internal
access between dwelling unitsand extends from the base of the foundation to the roofline. Each
semi-detacheddwelling unitshall be designed to be located on a separate lot.
Dwelling, Single Detached means the useof a buildingcontaining one dwelling unitas the
principaluseof the building.
Dwelling, Street Townhousemeans the useof a buildingdivided vertically into three or more
dwelling units (as the principaluse of the building) by common walls which prevent internal access
between dwelling unitsand extends from the base of the foundation to the roofline. Each street
townhousedwelling unitshall be designed to be on a separate lot.Street townhouse dwelling
shall not include a cluster townhouse dwellingormultiple dwelling.
Dwelling Unitmeans the useof a buildingthat contains a room or suite of habitable rooms
which:
a)is located in a dwellingormixed use building;
b)is occupied or designed to be occupied by a household as a single, independent and
separate housekeeping establishment;
c)contains both a kitchen and bathroomused or designed to be usedfor the exclusive
common use of the occupants thereof; and,
d)has a private entrance leading directly to theoutsideofthe buildingor toa common
hallway or stairway inside the building.
DwellingUnit, Farm-Relatedmeans the use of a dwellingunit that is accessoryto agriculture.
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Dwelling Unit(Attached), Second means the useof a single detached dwelling, semi-
detached dwellingunit, or street townhouse dwelling unit where a separate self-contained
dwelling unitis located within the principal building.
Dwelling Unit(Detached), Second means the useof a buildingwhere a separate self-
contained dwelling unitlocated in a detached building on the same lot as an associated single
detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling unit,or street townhouse dwelling unit.Asecond
dwelling unit(detached)is not an accessory building.
Dwelling Unit (Attached), Additional means the useof a single detached dwelling, semi-
detached dwelling unit, or street townhouse dwelling unit where a separate self-contained
dwelling unitis located within the principal building.
Dwelling Unit (Detached), Additional means the useof a buildingwherea separate self-
contained dwelling unitlocated in a detached building on the same lotas an associated single
detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling unit,or street townhouse dwelling unit.An additional
dwelling unit (detached)is not an accessory building.
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Electrical Transformer Stationmeans the useof apremises to manage the transmission and
distribution of electrical power that is provided to the public.
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipmentmeans electric vehicle supply equipment as defined in the
Ontario Building Code.
Elementary School seeSchool, Elementary
Equestrian Establishment means the useof apremiseswhere horses are boarded, groomed,
and/or available for riding and training.
Established Front Yard -means
a)In the case of a lot that is not a corner lot:
the average of the front yardsof the abutting lotswith a low rise residential zone
and where there is a vacant lotabutting the affected lot, the average of the front
yardsof the next adjacent lot with a low rise residential zone; and
b)in the case of a corner lot:
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the front yardof the abutting lot with a low rise residential zone, in which the
principal pedestrian entrance is oriented towards the same street, andwhere there
is a vacant lotabutting the affected lot, the front yardof the next adjacent lot with
alow rise residential zone.
Existingmeans a currently existing thing that was:
a)lawfully existing immediately prior to the date of passage of this By-law; or,
b)established in accordance with the Transition Provisions of Section 18.
Exterior Side Lot Linesee Lot Line, Exterior Side
Exterior Side Yardsee Yard, Exterior Side
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Façademeans an exteriorbuildingwall or series ofexteriorbuildingwallsexcluding
architectural features.
Façade, Street Linemeans the façadeoriented toward the street line.
Façade Openingmeans any windowor entranceon a façade which provides clear visibilityor
accessfrom the outside to goods, exhibits,or the interior spaces of abuilding.Façade openings
may include materials such as mullions but shall exclude materials such as spandrel.
Farm-Related Dwelling Unit see Dwelling Unit, Farm-Related
Fineblankingmeans a metal manufacturingprocess employing a high precision blanking or
stamping technique, the finished product of which has smooth or unfractured edges and requires
no further machining, and,without limiting the generality of the foregoing, no further grinding,
shaving, reaming,or milling.
Financial Establishment meansthe useofabuildingwhich providesfinancial services in which
money is deposited, kept, lent,or exchanged, and caninclude a bank, trust company, credit union,
or other similar banking service, but shall not include a payday loan establishment.
Fitness Centre means the useof apremisesin which facilities and activities are provided for
physical exercise.
Floor Space Ratiomeans the figure obtained when the building floor areaon a lotis divided
by the lot area. In the case of a buildingor part thereof located above a streetorlane,the
calculation of the floor space ratioshall include that portion of the building floor areaand that
portion of the area of the streetorlanebetween the lot lineand the centre line of the streetor
lane.
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Food Cartmeans a vehicle from which food or drink is offered for sale.
Food Storemeansthe useofapremisesdevoted primarily to the retailof food and food
products and caninclude ancillary non-food products such as toiletries, personal care products,
and hardware.
Freestanding Retail Outletsee Retail Outlet, Freestanding
Front Lot Linesee Lot Line, Front
Front Yardsee Yard, Front
Funeral Homemeansthe useof abuildingfor the preparation of human remains for interment
or cremation, for the viewing of the body, and for funeral services. A funeral homeshall not include
acrematorium.
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Garage, Privatemeans an accessory building,a portion of a dwelling, or a carportwhich is
designed andusedfor the parking of one or more motorvehicles.
GarageWidth, Privatemeans the horizontal distance of a private garagealong the street line
façade, measured between the exterior walls, or in the case of an attached private garagethat
does not project beyond the façadeof a dwelling unit,measured from the exterior wall abutting a
side yardto the midpoint of the opposite interior wall.
Garden Centre, Nursery, and/or Landscaping Supplymeansthe useofapremisesfor the
retailand display ofonlyplants, trees and shrubs, and gardening and landscapingsupplies and
equipment.
Gas Stationmeans the use of apremisesfor theretailof automotive fuel and other auto-related
products,but shall not include automotive detailing and repair operation.
Golf Coursemeans the use of apremises for playing golf and caninclude an indoor or outdoor
driving range, a putting green,and similar uses,but does not include aminiature golf facility.
Grademeans the elevation of the finished ground or land immediately surrounding such building
orstructure,and is determined by averaging 6 grade elevations equally spaced apart along the
exterior walls of the building.
Gross Floor Areameans the aggregate horizontal area measured from the exterior faces of
the exterior walls of all storeysof a building(excluding any portion of a storey devoted exclusively
to parking) within all buildingson a lot.
Ground Floormeans the storeywith its floor closest to gradeand having its ceiling more than
1.8m above grade.
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Group Homemeans a residential care facilitylicensed or funded under Federal or Provincial
statute for the accommodation of 3 to 10 persons, exclusive of staff, that provides a group living
arrangement for their well-being. A group homeshall not include a correctional group home.
Group Home, Correctionalmeans a residential care facilitylicensed or funded under Federal
orProvincialstatute for the accommodation of 3 to 10 persons, exclusive of staff, that provides
housing and rehabilitation for personson probation, parole, early or re-release, or any other form
of executive, judicial or administrative release from a penal institution. A correctional group home
shall not include a group home.
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Health Clinicmeans the use of apremisesby health professional(s)for the purpose of
consultation, diagnosis, and/or treatment of persons.Ahealth clinic caninclude medical
laboratories, dispensaries, or other similar facilities,but shall not include accommodation for in-
patient care,or facilities for major surgicalpractice.
Health Officemeans ahome occupation that is usedby health professional(s)for the purpose
of consultation, diagnosis,and/or treatment of persons.
Health Professionalmeans apersonwho practices any of the health disciplines regulated
under a Provincial Act.
Heavy Repair Operationsee Repair Operation, Heavy
Home Improvement Store means the useof apremisesforthe retailing ofhousewares and a
wide range of materials, merchandise,and equipment for construction,home improvement, and
home gardening.
Home Occupation means the use of a building for a business that is secondary to theprincipal
useof thebuilding as adwelling.
Hospice means the useof abuildingwhere terminally ill patients receive palliative care
treatment in a home-like setting with a maximum of 10patients at any given time.
Hospitalmeans the use of apremisesfor the medical care, observation, supervision,and skilled
nursing care of personsafflicted with or suffering from sickness, disease, or injury;or for the
convalesce of chronically ill persons,that is approved under the Public Hospitals Actor under the
Private Hospitals Act.
Hotel means the use of a building for overnight accommodation of the travelling public and
includes a motel or motor hotel but does not includealodging house,small residential care facility,
large residential care facility,or bed and breakfast.
Hydro Corridorautility corridorused for the transmission and distribution of electricity.
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Industrial Administrative Officemeans the use of a building for the management or
administration of an employment use.
Independent Living Facilitymeans a multiple dwellingthat is part ofacontinuing care
community, and where personal support services may be provided.
Indirect Salesmeans a home occupationwhich conducts the sale of goods via mail order,
telephone, fax, or internet, but shall not include direct sales or the storage of inventory on site.
Indoor Recycling Operation see Recycling Operation, Indoor
Institutional Usesee Use, Institutional
InteriorSideLot Linesee Lot Line, InteriorSide
Interior Side Yardsee Yard, Interior Side
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Landscaped Area means any portion of alotwhich has no building, that is accessible from a
buildingorstreeton which the lotis located, and is usedfor the purpose of landscapingand/or
anoutdoor swimming poolarea.
Landscaping means the landscaped areaoccupiedby natural vegetation, surface walkways,
rooftop gardens, patios, decks, playgrounds, pathways,and other similar materials, but shall not
include areas for the parking of or access to motor vehicles.
Light Rail Transitmeans rail system where electrically powered light rail vehicles operate on a
track in a segregated, right of way.
Lanemeans a public highway or road allowance having a width of less than 12.19 metres.
Large Merchandise Retailsee Retail, Large Merchandise
Light Repair Operationsee Repair Operation, Light
Loading Space means a designated area located on a lotthat is usedor intended to be used
for the temporary parking of any commercial vehiclewhile loading or unloading goods,
merchandise, or materials usedin connection with the main useof the lot,and which has
unobstructed access to a streetor lane.
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Lodging House means a dwelling unitwhere fiveor more persons,not including a resident
owner of the property,may rent a lodging unitand where the kitchen and other areas of the
dwelling unit are shared amongst the personsoccupying the dwelling unit.Lodging house can
include student residences and convents butshall not include a group home;hospital;any small
residential care facilityor large residential care facilitylicensed, approved, or supervised under
any general or specific Act;or a hotel.
Lodging Unit means a room or set of rooms located in a lodging houseor other dwelling
designed or intended to be usedfor sleeping and living accommodationwhich:
a)is designed for the exclusive useof the resident or residents of the unit;
b)is not normally accessible to personsother than the residents or residents of the unit; and,
c)does not have both a bathroom and kitchen for the exclusive useof the resident or
residents of the unit.
Lot means a parcel of land that can be legally conveyed pursuant to Planning Act.
Lot, Cornermeans a lotat the intersection of and abutting two streets, or parts of the same
street, the adjacent sides of which street or streets(or in the case of a curved corner, the tangents
of which) contain an angle of not more than 135 degrees. Corner lotsshall also include a through
corner lot.
Lot, Throughmeans a lotbounded by streets on two opposite sides.
Lot, Through Cornermeans a lotwith lot linesabutting three or more separatestreets,or alot
that is a cornerlot and a through lot.
Lot Areameans the total horizontal area of a lot.
Lot Coveragemeans that percentage of the lot areacovered by all buildings.
Lot Linemeans aline formed by the boundary of alot.
Lot Line, Exterior Side means the lot lineabutting a streetthat is not the front lot lineor the
rear lot line.
Lot Line, Frontmeans the lot lineabutting a streetwith the following exceptions:
a)in the case of a corner lot, the shorter lot lineabutting a street, not including the lot line
forming part of a corner visibility triangle, shall be the front lot line.Where such lot lines
are of equal length, the Citymay deem any of the lot linesabutting a streetas the front lot
line;
b)in the case of a through lot,the Citymay deem one of the lot linesabutting a streetto be
the front lot lineand the other lot lineabutting a streetto be the rear lot line; or,
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c)in the case of a through corner lot, the City may deem any of the lot linesabutting a street
as the front lot line.
Lot Line, Interior Sidemeans a lot lineother than the front lot line,rear lot line,or exterior side
lot line.
Lot Line, Rearmeans the lot linefarthest from and opposite to the front lot line, or in the case
of a triangular lot, shall be that point formed by the intersection of the side lot lines.
Lot Line, Sidemeans an exterior sidelot lineand an interior side lot line.
Lot Widthmeans the horizontal distance between the side lot linesof a lotmeasured at the
requiredminimumfront yardsetback.
Lot Widthmeans the horizontal distance between the side lot linesof a lotmeasured at the
required minimum front yard setback.For multiple dwellingsor cluster townhouse dwellingswith
more thanonestreet line on the same street, thelot width at each street line may be summed to
determine the totallot width.
Low Density Residential Usesee Use, Low Density Residential
Low-Rise Buildingsee Building, Low-Rise
Low-Rise Residential Zonesee Zone, Low-Rise Residential
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Major Equipment Supply and Servicemeans theuse of a premisesfor theservice,repair,
and saleof farm, construction,and large business machines; and commercial vehicles.
Major Recreational Equipmentmeans either a portable structuredesigned and built to be
carriedor pulledby a motor vehicle, or a unit designed and built to be transported on its own
wheels, for purposes of providing temporary living accommodation or recreational enjoyment for
travel and caninclude motor homes, travel trailers, tent trailers, boats, boat trailers, personal
watercraft, or other similar equipment.
Major Recreational Equipmentmeans either a portable structure designed and built to be
carried or pulled by a motor vehicle, or a unit designed and built to be transported on its own
wheels, for purposes of providing temporary living accommodation or recreational enjoyment for
travel and can include motor homes, travel trailers, tent trailers, boats, boat trailers, personal
watercraft, all-terrain vehicle or other similar equipment.
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Manufacturingmeans the use of apremisesfor the production, compounding, processing,
packaging,crating, bottling, packing, finishing, treating, ornamenting, altering, fabricating,or
assembly of raw, semi-processed, orfully-processed goods or materials. Manufacturing can also
include the use of a premises for research, investigation, testing,or experimentation including
laboratories;pilot plants;and prototype production facilities.Manufacturingshall not include
commercial water taking.
Mid-Rise Buildingsee Building, Mid-Rise
Mixed Use Buildingmeans a buildingwith at least onedwelling unitand a non-residential use.
Mixed Use Developmentmeans a lot with two or more buildingswhere at least one building
contains a dwelling unitand at least one buildingcontains a non-residential use.
Model Homemeans anuninhabited single detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling,or street
townhouse dwelling unitfor the purpose of display and sale of the dwelling units.
Motor Vehiclesee Vehicle, Motor
Multiple Dwellingsee Dwelling, Multiple
Multi-Unit Buildingmeans a buildingcontaining two or more non-residential useswithin two
or more separated spaces for lease or occupancy. A multi-unit buildingshall be managed and
operated as one unit with shared on-site parking. A multi-unit buildingshall not include a mixed
use building.
Multi-Unit Developmentmeans two or more buildingscontaining one or more non-residential
use(s)which are planned, developed, managed and operated as one unit with shared on-site
parking. A multi-unit developmentshall not include a mixed use development.
Multi-Unit Parking Rate means an aggregated parking space and bicycle parking stall
requirement for uses within a multi-unit building and/or multi-unit development,or for non-
residential uses within a mixed-use buildingand/or mixed-use development.
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Natural Heritage Conservationmeans the useof land, water, and/or structuresfor the
protection,management, and conservationof the natural heritage system. Natural heritage
conservationmay include the preservation, maintenance, sustainable utilization, restoration,
and/orenhancement of the natural environment, and may include forest, fish, and wildlife
management.
New means a thing which is not existing.
Nightclubmeansthe use ofabuildingwitha dance floor and pre-recorded or live music for
entertainment,andcaninclude arestaurant.
Noxious Usesee Use, Noxious
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Office means the use of abuilding in which clerical, administrative, consulting, advisory, or
training services are performed, but shall not include a health clinic,commercial school,or
industrial administrative office.
On-Farm Diversifiedmeansthe useof a premises that includes home occupation, agri-tourism
uses,usesthat produce value-added agricultural products, and retailof goods produced or
manufactured primarily on the premises.On-farm diversified caninclude the processing or
packaging of agriculturalproducts, food store,pet boarding,pet services establishment,
restaurant,andveterinary services.
Outdoor Active Recreation see Recreation, Outdoor Active
Outdoor Passive Recreation see Recreation, Outdoor Passive
Outdoor Recycling Operation see Recycling Operation, Outdoor
Outdoor Storagemeans the placement of goods, equipment, or materialson a lotnot within a
building.
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Parallel Parking Space see Parking Space, Parallel
Parcels of Tied Landmeans any parcel of land legally bound and tied to a common element
condominium.
Parking Lot means an area located on a lotwhich contains four or moreparking spaces.
Parking Space means an area on which a motor vehiclemay be parked in accordance with
this By-law and which has access directly or by way of a drive aisleor driveway, to a streetor
lane.
Parking Space, Angledmeans the orientation ofaparking spacein such a manner that the
side of amotorvehicle,when parked,is at an angle other than parallel to the drive aisle, driveway,
lane,or streetwhich gives direct access to such parking space.
Parking Space, Barrier-Free Accessible means a parking spaceprovided for the useof
personswith disabilitiespursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Parking Space,Electric Vehicle means a parking spacewith electric vehicle supply
equipment.
Parking Space, Parallelmeans the orientation of a parking spacein such a manner that the
side of amotorvehicle,when parked,is parallel to the drive aisle,driveway,lane,or street which
gives direct access to such parking space.
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Parking Space, Tandemmeans the arrangement of two parking spacessuch that it is
necessary to traverse one parking spaceto gain access to the other from a lane,drive aisle,
driveway,or street.
Parking Space, Tandemmeans a parking spacewhere the arrangement of two or more parking
spacesis such that it is necessary to traverse one or more parking spacesto gain access to the
tandem parking spacefrom a lane,drive aisle,driveway, or street.
Parking Space,Visitor means a parking spacefor the exclusive useof visitors to a premises.
Pawn Establishmentmeansthe use ofabuildingwhere a loan may be obtained on personal
property held on-site as collateral, which may be reclaimed upon receipt of payment for the loan
or sold to thegeneral public and which is regulated under the Pawn Brokers Act.
Payday Loan Establishmentmeans the use of abuildingin which personal loans are provided
to consumers andwhich is regulated under the Payday Loans Act, and shall not include a financial
establishment.
Pet Boardingmeans the use of apremises for theovernight accommodation of domestic
animals. Pet boardingcan include pet services establishmentbut shall not include veterinary
servicesor animal shelter.
Pet Services Establishmentmeans the use of a buildingfor the grooming, training, care and
supervision of domestic animals during the day. Pet services establishment shall not include pet
boarding,veterinary services,or animal shelter.
Personmeans any human being, association, firm partnership, incorporated company,
corporation, agent,or trustee;and heirs, executors or other legal representatives of a personto
whom the context can apply according to law.
Personal Servicesmeans the use of a building in which services involving the health, beauty,
or grooming of a person;or the maintenance or cleaning of apparel,but shallnot include a
pharmacy.
Place of Worshipmeans the useof apremisesby any religious organization for faith based
spiritual purposes, and faith based teaching. Place of worshipcan include dwelling unit(s)as an
accessory use.
Poolmeans a structure that is designed and capable of holding a minimum depthof 0.91 metres
or more of water, permanently or temporarily located outdoors either above or below the ground,
or partly thereabove or therebelow, that is, or is designed to be, used or maintained for the
purpose of swimming, wading, diving or bathing.
Post-Secondary School seeSchool, Post-Secondary
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Premisesmeans the whole or part of lots,buildings,or structures, or any combination of these.
Principalmeans, when usedto describe a use, the primary usecarried out on the lotor within
abuildingor structure, and, when usedto describe a buildingor structure, means the buildingor
structurein which the primary useisconducted, or intended to be conducted.
Printing or Publishing Establishmentmeansthe use ofapremisesin which books,
newspapers, periodicals, flyers,or other printed materials are produced.
Print Shopmeans the use of abuilding for photocopying, blueprinting, or binding.
PrivateGaragesee Garage, Private
PrivateGarage Widthsee Garage Width, Private
Private Home Day Caresee Day Care, Private Home
Propane Facilitymeans the use of a premisesfor the handling of propane and shall include a
filling plant, cardlock/keylock, private outlet, vehicle conversion centre, or propane retail outlet.
Propane Retail Outletmeans the use of a premiseswhere propane is sold in refillable
cylinders, and/oris put into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles,or into portable containers with a
capacity exceeding 0.5 kg but not greater than 20 kg.
Provincemeans the Province of Ontario or one or more of its ministries or other agencies that
exercise delegated authority on behalf of one or more ministries.
Public Use see Use, Public
Public Works Yardmeans the use of apremises operated by or on behalf of the Federal or
Provincial governments, the Region,the Grand River Conservation Authority, or the City, for the
storage and maintenance of materials and equipment related to public infrastructure.
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Rear Lot Linesee Lot Line, Rear
Rear Yardsee Yard, Rear
Recreation, Outdoor Active means the useof land, water, buildingsand/or structuresfor
outdoor leisure and athletic activities and caninclude sport fields,tracks,parks and playgrounds,
climbing facilities, outdoorracquet facilities and outdoor swimming facilities but shallnot include
golf courses, stadiums, amusement parks,or campgrounds.
Recreation, Outdoor Passive means the useof land and/or water for non-intensive leisure
activities such as trails, boardwalks,and footbridges, but shallnot include campgrounds,active
outdoor recreation,or golf courses.
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Recycling Operation,Indoormeans the useof a buildingfor the processing of non-hazardous,
non-toxic, or un-contaminated waste into re-usable materials.
Recycling Operation,Outdoormeansthe use of apremisesfor the processing of non-
hazardous, non-toxic, or un-contaminated waste into re-usable materials.
Regionmeans the Corporation of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
Repair Operation, Lightmeans the use of a building for the servicing or repairing of household
articles and appliances,but shall not include heavy repair operation,major equipment supply and
service,or automotive detailing and repair operation.
Repair Operation, Heavymeansthe use of a premises forthe servicing or repairing of
mechanical equipment includingfurnace or oil burners;water and air coolers;domestic water
heaters; fixtures and equipment and any other like articles;heavy and light construction
equipment;industrial and agricultural equipment; andlawn care equipment.Heavy repair
operation shall not include a light repair operation,major equipment supply and service,or
automotive detailing and repair operation.
Repair Operation, Automotive Detailing andmeans the use of a premises for the servicing,
repair, or detailing of motor vehicles,but shall not include the retail of motor vehicles.
Research and Development Establishmentmeans the use of apremisesfor research,
investigation, testing,or experimentation including laboratories;pilot plants;prototype production
facilities;software developmentand/orengineering services; and scientific, technological, or
communications establishments.
Residential Usesee Use, Residential
Residential Care Facility, Largemeans the use of a building that is occupied by 9 or more
persons, exclusive of staff, who are provided personal support services on a temporary or
permanent basis in a supervised group setting and can include one or more amenity areas such
as common dining, lounge, kitchen, and recreational area. A large residential care facilitycan
include a correctional group home,group home, and retirement home.
Residential Care Facility, Smallmeans the use of a building that is occupied by 3 to 8persons,
exclusive of staff, who are provided personal support services on a temporary or permanent basis
in a supervised group setting and can include one or more amenity areas such as common dining,
lounge, kitchen, and recreational area. A small residential care facilitycan include a correctional
group home,group home, and retirement home.
Residential Zonesee Zone, Residential
Restoration, Janitorial,or Security Servicesmeans the use of a premises where
maintenance, restoration, cleaning, security,or similar servicesare housed and/or where such
servicesareprimarily conducted and/or provided off-site.
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Restaurant means the use of apremiseswhere food and/or drink is prepared and sold for
immediate consumption on or off-site.
Retailmeans the useof a premises where goods and/or materials are displayed, rented, or
sold. Retail caninclude a pharmacy, food store,home improvement store,and convenience retail,
but does not include large merchandise retail;building material and decorating supply
establishment;garden centre, nursery, and/or landscaping supply;orretail of motor vehiclesand
major recreation equipment.
Retail, Convenience means the use of apremises where a variety of grocery,household items
andother convenience goods are sold .
Retail, Large Merchandise means the use of apremises where primarilylargeor bulky goods
are displayed, rented, or sold.Large merchandise retailcan include building material and
decorating supply establishment;garden centre, nursery,and/or landscaping supply;home
improvement store; and major equipment supply and service,but does not include convenience
retail, retail,or retail of motor vehiclesand major recreation equipment.
Retail of Motor Vehicles and Major RecreationalEquipment means theuse of apremises
wheremotor vehiclesand major recreation equipment,and parts and accessoriesthereto, are
displayed, stored, sold, rented, and/or leased and caninclude an associated automotive detailing
andrepair operation,and associated repair of major recreational equipment.
Retail Outlet, Freestandingmeans a buildingcontaining one retailstore.
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Salvage or Scrap Yard means the use ofapremisesfor the handling, storage, baling, packing,
disassembly, buying,or sale of scrap material such as discarded motor vehicles, machinery, or
building materials.
School, Adult Educationmeans the use of a premises for a publicly funded institution for
academic instruction which offers courses such as language, literacy and basic skills
programming, credit courses for adults, continuing education programs, general interest courses,
or Canadian citizenship preparation programs, but does not does include post-secondary school
or commercial school.
School, Commercialmeans the use of apremiseswhere teaching or instruction is offered for
academics, arts, crafts, motor vehicledriving, language, modelling, hairdressing, gymnastics,
beauty, culture, dancing, music, golf, yoga, martial arts, photography, business or trade, or other
similar subjects,but shall not include anadult education school,elementary school,secondary
school orpost-secondary school.
School, Elementary means the use of apremises for aprovinciallyapproved institution for
academic instruction typically offered fromkindergarten to grade eight including a public, private,
or separate school,but does not include a commercial school.
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School, Post-Secondary means the use of apremisesfor educational purposes by a degree,
diploma, or certificate granting college or university under Provinciallegislation,but does not
include a Commercial School.
School, Secondary means the use of premises for aprovinciallyapproved institution for
academic instruction typically offered fromgrade nine to grade twelve including a public, private,
or separate school,but does not include a commercial school.
Second Dwelling Unit(Attached) see Dwelling Unit(Attached), Second
Second DwellingUnit (Detached)see Dwelling Unit (Detached), Second
Semi-Detached Dwellingsee Dwelling, Semi-Detached
Setbackmeans the minimum regulated distance measured at right anglesbetween a lot line
and the nearest part of any above gradebuildingorstructure.
Shipping Containermeans a vessel commonly or specifically designed for transportation of
freight goods or commodities and shall include cargo containers and truck trailers.
Shower and Change Facilitymeans a portion of a buildingcontaining shower rooms and
change rooms or locker rooms, or other similar facilities.
Side Lot Linesee Lot Line, Side
SideYard see Yard, Side
Single Detached Dwellingsee Dwelling, Single Detached
Snow Disposal Sitemeans only those lands on which snow is placed after being brought to
the lotfrom another lot,street,or lane, and shall not include areas to which snow is moved to one
portion of a lotafter being cleared from the rest of the lot.
Social Service Establishment means the useof a premises by a non-profit organization or a
registered charity to provide goods or services on-site for the betterment of the community. A
social service establishmentshall not include facilities for overnight accommodation.
Stacking Lanemeans a continuous on-site queuing lane that includes stacking spacesfor
motor vehicles which is separated from other vehicular traffic and pedestrian circulation by
barriers, markings, or signs.
Stacking Spacemeans a rectangular space that may be provided in succession and is
designed to be usedfor the temporary queuing of a motor vehiclein a stacking lane.
Stepbackmeans the horizontal distance the portion of the building above the baseis recessed
from the façade of the base.
Stepback, Street linemeans the horizontal distance the portion of the building above the base
is recessed from the street linefaçade of the base.
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Stormwater Management Facilitymeans the use of a premiseswhere structurescontrol and
manage the quantity and quality of stormwaterrunoff.
Storeymeans the portion of a buildingorstructurethat is situated between the top of any floor
and the top of the floor next above it;orif there is no floor above it, that portion between the top
of the floor and the ceiling above it. A habitable orfinished attic, or an uninhabitable or unfinished
atticwith an interior height greater than 1.8 metres, is a storey.
Street means a public highway greater than 12.19 metresin width,as defined under the
Highway Traffic Actor the Municipal Act,whichprovides access to an abutting lot;and which is
dedicated, assumed, and/or maintained by and under the jurisdiction of the City,Regionor
Province. For the purposes of this By-law, a streetdoes not include a laneor any private street.
Street Line means thelot lineabutting a street.
Street LineFaçadesee Façade, Street Line
Street LineStepbacksee Stepback, Street Line
Street Townhouse Dwellingsee Dwelling, Street Townhouse
Structure means anything constructed or erected, the useof which requires location on or in
the ground,or attached to something having location on or in the ground,but excluding an
underground servicing facility.
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Tall Building see Building, Tall
Tandem Parking Space see Parking Space, Tandem
Temporary Sales Centre means a buildingorstructurethat is usedfor the temporary sale of
dwelling unitsin a proposed development.
Through Corner Lot see Lot, Through Corner
Through Lotsee Lot, Through
Towing Compound means the use of a lot for the temporary storage of motor vehiclesand can
include the temporary storage of discarded motor vehicles.
Tradesperson or Contractor's Establishmentmeans the useof apremiseswheremanual or
mechanical skills are housedto design, build, install, maintain, or repair goods, equipment, or real
propertyand where such services are conducted on or off-site.
Transportation Depot means the use of apremisesfor the dispatching of commercial vehicles
andmotor vehiclestransporting goods or passengers,and the parking and servicing of such
commercial vehiclesand motor vehicleswhen not in service.
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Transportation Facilitymeansthe useofapremisesfor the maintenance and storage of
commercial vehiclesfor public transportation,and related equipment,and caninclude a
transportation depot.
Truck Transport Terminal meansthe useofapremisesfor the storage of commercialvehicles
for the purpose of dispatching as common carriers,or where goods and materials are temporarily
stored in bulk quantities at a transfer point for further shipment,and shall include the rental or
leasing of trucks, and a courier distribution facility.
U
Use means:
a)as a noun, the purpose for which any premisesis arranged, designed, or intended to be
used, occupied,or maintained.
b)as a verb, anything done or permitted by the owner or occupant, of any land, building,or
structuredirectly or indirectly or by or through any trustee, tenant, servant,or agent of
such owner or occupant, for the purpose of making useof the said land, building,or
structure.
Use, Institutionalfor the purposes of Section 18.2, means useswhere there is a threat to the
safe evacuation of vulnerable populations such as older persons,personswith disabilities, and
those who are sick or young, during an emergency as a result of flooding, failure of floodproofing
measures or protection works, or erosion.
Use, Low Density Residential meansalotzoned to permit any of the following:single
detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling,street townhouse dwelling, second dwelling unit
(attached),second dwelling unit (detached),cluster townhouse dwelling,multiple dwelling that is
alow-rise building,small residential care facility,large residential care facility,and/orlodging
house.
Use, Noxiousmeans the use of apremiseswhich from its nature,or from the manner of carrying
on same, causes or is liable to cause a condition which may become hazardous or injurious with
regard to the health or safety of any person, including but not limited to the escape of any
destructive gas or fumes, dust, objectionable odourornoise, or a contaminant (as defined by the
Environmental Protection Act). A noxioususeshall include,but not be limited to beverage
distillation; phosphate and/or sulphurproducts; primary production of chemicals, synthetic rubber,
plastic, asphalt, cement,and/or concrete; processing or refining of petroleum and/or coal;
slaughtering, eviscerating, rendering,and/or cleaning of meat, poultry fish,and/or by-products
thereof; smelting, refining, rolling, forging,and/or extruding of ore,and/or metal; stamping,
blanking (excluding fineblanking),and/or punch-pressing of metal; tanning and/or chemical
processing of pelts and/or leather; vulcanizing of rubberand/or rubber products; soil remediation
facility; warehousingof hazardous, toxic and/or contaminated materials; andatruck transport
terminalcontaining hazardous, toxic,and/or contaminated materials.
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Use, Public means the use of any land, building,or structure by or on behalf of the Federal or
Provincialgovernments, the Region, the Grand River Conservation Authority, or the City.
Use, Residential means a premiseswith at least one dwelling unit.
Utilitiesmeans an essential commodity or service such as water, sewer, electricity, gas, oil,
television, or communications/telecommunications that is provided to the public by a regulated
company or government agency.
Utility-trailer-A small non-motorized vehicle which is generally pulled by a motorized vehicle
and features a rearcargoarea (bed) and is used for the hauling of light loads.
Utility Corridor means linear strips of land that secure access between two points for the
purpose of transmitting and distributing utilitiesand includes a hydro corridor.
V
Vehicle, Commercial means any motor vehiclehaving permanently or temporarily attached
thereto a truck box,or any other form of delivery body, and shall include tow trucks; tilt/n/load
trucks;busesexceeding 7 metres in length and/or4,000 kilograms in gross vehicle weight; tractor
trailersor semi-trailers and any component thereof;or other like or similar vehicle, but shall not
includemajor recreational equipment,orindustrial equipment.
Vehicle, Discarded Motor means a motor vehiclewhich is unlicensed,is in disrepair, and/or
has missing parts including tires, damaged or missing glass, or deteriorated or removed metal
adjunctions,which make its normal useimpossible.
Vehicle, Electricmeans a motor vehiclethat is powered partially or exclusively on electrical
energy from the grid, or an off-board source, that is stored on-board via a battery for motive
purposes. An electric vehicleshall include a battery electric vehicleor plug-in hybrid electric
vehicle.
Vehicle, Motormeans any equipment selfpropelled by an engine or motor mounted on the
vehicle, but shall not include major recreational equipment.
Veterinary Servicesmeansthe use of apremisesforconsultation, diagnosis,and treatment of
animals,and related boardingandgrooming.
W
Warehousemeans the use of abuildingfor the storage and/ordistribution of goods and can
include self-storage warehouses, andfacilities for wholesaling of goodsotherwise stored or
manufactured within the building, but shall not include a truck transport terminal.
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Waste Management Facilitymeans the use of apremises for the collection, sorting,and
processing of waste material for long term disposal on-site or for transfer to another site and shall
include a landfill, recycling facility, incinerator, composting facility, waste transfer station,or other
similar uses,but shall not include a salvage or scrap yard.
Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilitymeans the use of apremises for the collection,
treatment, storage,and distribution of water or wastewater.
X
Y
Yard means any open area of a lotabutting a building.
Yard, Front means a yardthat extends across the full width of a lotbetween the front lot line
and the nearest point of the principal building.
Yard, Rearmeans a yardthat extends across the full width of a lotbetween the rear lot line and
the nearest point of the principal building.
Yard, Interior Sidemeans a yardthat extends from the front yardto the rear yardbetween the
interior side lot line and the nearest point of the principal building.
Yard, Exterior Sidemeans a yardabutting a street that extends from the front yardto the rear
yardfrom the exterior side lot lineto the nearest point of the principal building.
Yard, Sidemeans an exterior sideyardand an interior side yard.
Z
Zonemeans a designated area of land shown on the Zoning Grid Schedules contained in
Appendix A of this By-law.
Zone, Low-Rise Residentialmeans a RES-1 through RES-5zone,or any R-1 through R-6
residential zonein Zoning By-law 85-1.
Zone, Residentialmeans a RES zoneherein,or any residential zonein Zoning By-law 85-1.
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Applicability
a)The provisions of Section 5 herein shall only apply at such time asthere is:
i)Achange in use; and/or,
ii)An increase in gross floor areaon the lot; and/or,
iii)Achange in the amount, size and/or location ofparking spaces.
b)Despite Subsection a) i), the provisions of Section 5 herein shall not apply to
existing parking spaces,existing loading spaces,existing stacking spacesor
existing stacking laneson a lot where there is a change of usewithin anexisting
buildingorexisting structureand:
i)There is no increase in gross floor areaon the lot; and,
ii)The Class B bicycle parkingprovisions are complied with; and,
iii)The number of existing parking spacesandstacking spacesthat remain on
the lotis equal to or greater than the minimum parking spacesand
minimum stacking spacesrequired for the newuse in accordance with
Table 5-35and Table 5-7.
Parking Provisions
a)Parking spacesandbicycle parking stallsshall be provided and maintained for
each uselocated on a lotand shall be located on the same lotas the use(s)
requiring the parking spacesandbicycle parking stalls. Land used forahydro
corridoron the same lotas the use(s)requiring the parking spacesandbicycle
parking stallsmay be used forrequired parking spacesandbicycle parking stalls.
b)Despite Subsection a), parking spaces,other than barrier-free accessible parking
spaces, electric vehicle parking spaces, orvisitor parking spacesmay be located
on another lotwithin 400 metres of thelotcontaining the userequiring the parking
spaces. These parking spacesshall not be located on a lotwithin a residential
zone, or OSR, NHC, or EUF zoneunless it is within the same zoneas the use
requiring the parking spaces.
c)Where required parking spaces are provided in accordance with Subsection b),
required parking spacesmay be located on land used forahydrocorridorprovided
that it is an OSR zone.
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d)Where required parking spacesare provided in accordance with Subsection b),
the owner of both lotsshall enter into an agreement with the Cityto be registered
against the title of both lotsto guarantee that the land required for parking spaces
shall continue to be usedonly for such purpose until parking spacesare provided
on the same lotas the userequiring the parking spaces.
e)Despite Subsection d), where required parking spacesare provided in accordance
with Subsectionb) and are located within a hydro corridor, the agreement shall be
registered on the title of only the lotcontaining the usefor which the parking spaces
are required.
f)Aparking spaceshall not be used to store or display motor vehiclesor major
recreational equipmentfor sale or rental.
Parking Spaceand Parking Lot Provisions
a)Where a parking lotis situated on a lotand abuts aresidential zone, a visual barrier
shall be provided and maintained between the parking lotand such abutting
residential lot linein accordance with Section 4.18 herein.
b)Allparking lotsshall be provided with adequate means of ingress and egress to
andfrom a streetorlanein a forward motion, and shall be arranged so as not to
interfere with the normal public useof a streetor lane.
c)Parking spaces,drive aisles,driveways, and parking lotsshall be provided and
maintained with stable surfaces such asasphalt, concrete, or other hard-surfaced
material as approved by the Director of Planning or designate.
d)All required visitor parking spacesshall be clearly identified, demarcated,and
reserved at all times.
5.1.1Parking SpaceDimensions
Parking spacesshall be provided in accordance with Table 5-1.
Table 5-1: Regulations for Parking Space Dimensions
Type of Parking SpaceMinimum Dimensions
Angled parking space2.6 m in width and 5.5 m in length (1)
Parallel parking space(interior space)2.4 m in width and 6.7 m in length (2)(3)
Parallel parking space(end space)2.4 m in width and 5.5 m in length (2)(3)(4)
Parking spacewithin a private garage3 m in width and 5.5 m in length(5)
Additional Regulations for Parking Space Dimensions Table 5-1
(1)Where 10 or more parking spacesare required, a maximum of 10 percent of the total
angled parking spacesmay be reduced to a minimum of 2.4 metres in width and a
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minimum of 4.8 metres in length and where reduced, shall be clearly identified,
demarcated, and reserved for compact motor vehicles.
(2)Where 10 or more parking spacesare required, a maximum of 10 percent of the total
parallel parking spacesmay be reduced by a maximum of 0.7 metres in length and
where reduced, shall be clearly identified, demarcated, and reserved for compact
motor vehicles.
(3)Aparallel parking spaceadjacent to a wall or obstruction shall have an access aisle.
Theaccess aisle shallbelocated between the parking spaceand the wall or
obstruction, shall be a minimum of 1.5 metres in width, and shall extend the full length
of the parking space.
(4)Shall be located a minimumof 1.5 metres from any street,lane,drive aisle, curb, or
obstruction.
(5)Where 2or more required parking spaces are located within a private garage, the
minimum width of the first space is 3 metres and 2.6 metres for every additional
parking space.
5.1.2Locationof Parking Spacesfor Non-Residential Uses and Mixed Use Buildings
a)Parking spaces, loading spaces, display areas for motor vehiclesor major
recreational equipmentfor sale or rental, or drive aislesshall not be located within
3 metres of a streetline.
b)Despite Subsectiona), in any MIX zone,parking spaces,loading spaces, or drive
aisles shall not be located within 4.5 metres of a streetline.
c)Despite Subsectiona), in any UGC zone,parking spaces,loading spaces,ordrive
aislesmay be located 1.0 metre from a streetlineprovided that a landscaped wall
is constructedto partially screen parking from view. Such landscaped wallshall be
a minimum of 0.9 metres in height and a maximum of 1.2 metres in height,and
shall be approved by the Director of Planning or designate.
d)Despite Subsections a) through c), parking spaces,loading spaces, display areas
for motor vehiclesor major recreational equipmentfor sale or rental, or drive aisles
that are located withinabuildingare subject to setbackregulations in the
applicable zone.
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5.1.3Location of Parking Spacesfor Residential Uses
a)On a lotcontaining a single detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling,
additional dwelling unit(s) (attached),additional dwelling unit (detached),
small residential care facility,lodging househaving less than 9 residents,
orhome occupation:
i)Parking spaces shall be located a minimum distance of 6 metres from a
street line;
ii)Despite Subsection i), where two or more parking spaces are required, one
parking space may locate on the drivewaywithin 6 metres of the front lot
lineorexterior side lot line and may be a tandem parking space; and,
Illustration 5-1: One Tandem Parking Space Option A
Illustration 5-2: One Tandem Parking Space Option B
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iii) Despite Subsection ii) where three parking spacesare required on a lotthat
contains an additional dwelling unit (attached)and an additional dwelling
unit (detached), one parking space may locate on the drivewaywithin 6
metres of the front lot lineor exterior side lot line and two parking spaces
may be tandem parking spaces;and
b)iv) Not more than one parkingspace for a home occupation may be located in
arear yard, except in the case ofacorner lot, a through lot, or a lotabutting a lane.
a)On a lotcontaining a single detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling,second
dwelling unit(attached),second dwelling unit(detached),small residential care
facility,lodging househaving less than 9 residents, or home occupation:
i)Parking spaces shall be located a minimum distance of 6 metres from a
street line;
ii)Despite Subsectioni), where two or more parking spaces are required, one
parking space may locate on the drivewaywithin 6 metres of thefront lot line
orexterior side lot lineand may be a tandem parking space; and,
iii)Not more than one parking space for a home occupation may be located in a
rear yard, except in the case of a corner lot, a through lot, or a lotabutting a
lane.
b)c)On a lotcontaining a street townhouse dwelling:
i)parking spacesshall be located a minimum distance of 6 metres from a
street line.
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c)d)On a lotcontaining a multiple dwelling,dwelling unit,clustertownhousedwelling,
lodging house having 9 residents or more,or alargeresidential care facility:
i)parking spaces shall not be located within the front yard or within the
exterior side yard. In no case shall any parking spaces be located within 3
metres of the front lot line,exterior side lot line or street line; and,
ii)despite Subsection i), parking spaces,loading spaces, or drive aisles located
in an enclosed portion of a buildingentirely below grade, may have a
minimum setbackof 0 metres from a front lot line,side lot line, and rear lot
line.
5.1.4Location of Parking Spaceson the Ground Floor of a Building
a)In a UGC zone,orMIX zone,or on a lotwith a multiple dwelling, parking spaces
anddrive aisleswithin a buildingshall not be located on the ground floorof such
building.
b)Despite Subsection a), parking spacesanddrive aislesmay be located on the
ground floorof a buildingwhere:
i)the ground floorof the buildinghasone ormore permitted usesother than
acommercial parking facilitythat abut the street line façade;and,
ii)parking spacesanddrive aisles are located entirely behind the area on the
ground floordevoted to thepermittedusesin Subsection i) for the entire
length of the street line façade,except for access.
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Illustration 5-1: Location of Parking Spaces on the Ground Floor of a Building
Drivewayand Garage Provisions for Residential Uses
a)For all residential usesother than large residential care facilities, multiple
dwellingscontaining 4 or more dwelling units, and mixed use buildings,a
required parking spaceshall have direct access from a streetor lanevia a
driveway.
b)A maximum of one driveway with one access point from each street or lane shall
be permitted on a lot, except in the case of:
i)Alothaving a minimum lot widthof 30 metres, where a maximum of two driveways
may be permitted; and,
ii)Asemi-detached dwelling, where each dwelling unitmay have one driveway.
c)For the purposes of Section 5.4 the calculation of drivewaywidth is measured
along the entire length of the drivewayperpendicular from the edge.
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Illustration 5-4: Measuring driveway width
d)Adriveway shall be a minimum of 2.6 metres in width.
e)The provisions in Table 5-2 apply to single detached dwellings, semi-detached
dwellings, and street townhouse dwellingswith or without additional dwelling
unit(s).
f)Despite any provision in Table 5-2 and 5-3 a drivewayassociated with a single
detached dwelling, semi-detached dwellingor street townhouse dwellingmay not
exceed 8.0 metresin width.
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Table 5-2: Private Garage Width and Driveway Width Regulations by Use
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Maximum privateMaximum drivewaywidth with Maximum
Residential Use
garage width an attached private garagedrivewaywidth
without an
attached private
garage
Single Detached 65% of the width of the 50% of the lot widthor a driveway50% of the lot
Dwellingfront façadeclosest to may be as wide as the attached width.
the streetat gradegarage.
The drivewaymay extend beyond
the width of the attached garage
to a maximum total width of 50%
of the lot; and shall be located no
closer than the required side yard
setback of the dwelling.
Semi-Detached 60% of the width of the 50% of the lot widthor 5.2 metres, 50% of the lot
Dwellingfront façadeclosest to whichever is less, and a drivewaywidthor 5.2
the streetat grademay be as wide as the attached metres,
garage.whichever is less.
The drivewaymay extend beyond
the width of the attached garage
to a maximum total width of 50%
of the lot; and shall be located no
closer than the required side yard
setback of the dwellingwhich is
not located along the common
wall of the same dwelling;
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Street 60% of the width of the 60% of the lot widthor 5.2 metres, 60% of the lot
Townhouse front façadeclosest to whichever is less.widthor 5.2
Dwelling the streetat grademetres,
whichever is less.
The drivewaymay extend beyond
the width of the attached garage
to a maximum total width of 60%
of thelot; Exterior end unit
driveways shall be located no
closer than the required side yard
setback of the dwelling which is
not located along the common
wall of the same dwelling.
a) For lands identified on Appendix C (Central Neighbourhoods), and within a
low-rise residential zonean attached private garageassociated with a single
detached dwelling,semi-detached dwelling, orstreet townhouse;with or without
anadditional dwelling unit(s)shall not project beyond the front façadeof the
habitable atgradeportion of the dwelling unit.
b)For lands not identified on Appendix C (Central Neighbourhoods), an attached
private garageassociated with a single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling
orstreet townhouse dwelling; with or without an additional dwelling unit(s):
i)An attached private garagemay project beyond the front façadeof the habitable
portion of the dwelling unita maximum of 1.8 metres.
ii)Where a private garageprojects beyond the habitable portion of the front façade
of the dwelling unit, a porchabutting the private garageshall be provided in
accordance with Section 4.14.7.
iii)Aprivate garageshall not project beyond the front of a porch.
c)On a corner lotno driveway, or parking spaceshall be located within the front yard
for a distance of 7 metres from the exterior side lot line, and the same shall not be
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located within the exterior side yardfor a distance of 7 metres from the front lot
line, measured from the intersecting point of the front lot lineand the exterior side
lot line.
Illustration 5-5: Corner lot driveway location
d)Within a front yard,interior side yard, exterior side yardor rear yardmotorvehicles
shall only be parked within a private garageor on a drivewaythat conforms to
Section 5.3.
e)The drivewayshall be comprised of a material that is consistent throughout the
driveway,and that is distinguishable from all other ground cover or surfacing
including landscaping or walkways within the front yard,interior side yard,exterior
side yard, or rear yard.
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Table 5-3: Private Garage Width and Driveway Width Regulations by Use for lands
identified on Appendix C. Central Neighbourhoods
Maximum privateMaximum drivewaywidth Maximum driveway
Residential
garage widthwith anattached garagewidth without an
Use
attached garage
Single 50% of the width of 40% of the lotwidthor a 40% of the lot width.
Detached the front façadedrivewaymay be as wide as
Dwellingclosest to the streetthe attached garage
atgrade
The drivewaymay extend
beyond the width of the
attached garageto a maximum
total width of 40% of the lot; and
shall be located no closer than
the required side yard setback
of the dwellingwhich is not
located along the common wall
of the same dwelling.
50% of the width of 40% of the lot widthor 5.2 40% of the lot widthor
the front façademetres, whichever is less, and 5.2 metres, whichever
Semi-
closest to the streetadrivewaymay be as wide as is less.
Detached
atgradethe attached garage.
Dwelling
The drivewaymay extend
beyond the width of the
attached garageto a maximum
total width of 40% of the lot; and
shall be located no closer than
the required side yard setback
of the dwelling which is not
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located along the common wall
of the same dwelling;
Townhouse 60% of the width of 60% of the lot widthor 5.2 60% of the lot widthor
Dwelling the front façademetres, whichever is less, and 5.2 metres, whichever
Streetclosest to the streetadrivewaymay be as wide as is less.
atgradethe attached garage.
The drivewaymay extend
beyond the width ofthe
attached garageto a maximum
total width of 60% of the lot;
Exterior end unit driveways
shall be located no closer than
the required side yard setback
of the dwelling.
Reserved.
Bicycle Parking Stall Provisions
a)Class A bicycle parking stallsshall only be required for buildingsor portions of
buildingsthat were not existingon the effective date of the By-law.
b)Class A bicycle parking stallsshall be located within a building,structure, and/or
bicycle locker.
c)Bicycle parking stallsshallbea minimum of1.8 metres in length,a minimum of 0.6
metres in width,and overhead clearance in covered spaces shallbe a minimum of
2.1 metres.Despite the above, where a bicycle parking stall provides for vertical
storage of a bicycle, the minimum length may be reduced to 1.2 metres.
d)Despite Subsections a) and c), where a Class A bicycle parking stallis located
within a bicycle locker, overhead clearance shall not be required.
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e)Bicycle parking stallsshallabutan access aislewhich shall bea minimum of 1.5
metresin width.
Illustration 5-62:Bicycle Parking Stallsand Access Aisle Dimensions
f)Shower and change facilitiesshall be provided in conjunction with the Class A
bicycle parking stallsrequired for any non-residential usesin accordance with
Table 5-2.
Table 5-2: Regulations for Shower and Change Facilities
Required Number of Minimum total area of Shower Minimum number of
Class A Bicycle and Change FacilitiesShowers within Shower
Parking Stallsand Change Facilities
2
5-608 m2showers
2
61-12012 m4showers
2
121-18016 m6showers
2
Greater than 18020 m8showers
g)Despite Table5-3 and/or Table 5-45-5,thenumber of parking spacesrequired for
any non-residential userequiring shower and change facilitiesmaybe reduced by
1parking spaceper required shower.
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Minimum and Maximum Parking Space Provisions
a)Parking spaces,visitor parking spaces,andbicycle parking stallsshall be provided
for any use, where a zonepermits the use, at aminimum and maximum of the
rates specified for the applicable zone(s)within Table 5-3.
b)On a lotwith existing parking spacesthat exceed the maximum number of parking
spacespermitted through Table 5-3, the number of existing parking spacesshall
be maximum number of parking spaces.
c)Except in a UGC zone, themaximum parking spacerequirement in Table 5-3shall
only apply where 20 or more parking spacesare required.Where19 or fewer
parking spacesis the minimum requirement, the maximum parking space
requirement shall be:
i)The minimum parking spaces required plus 5 parking spaces.
d)Where the calculation of the total required parking spaces,visitor parking spaces,or
bicycle parking stallsresults in a fraction, then the requirement shall be the next
higher whole number.
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Table 5-53:Regulations for Minimumand Maximum Parking Requirements
Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
RESIDENTIAL
Minimum 1
22
parking space
No minimum63 mGFA63 mGFA
per:
Lodging House;
Maximum 1
222
parking space
92mGFA48mGFA48mGFA
per:
Minimumparking 0.9 per dwelling 1.0 per dwelling
Nominimum
spaces:unitunit
5-80dwelling
units: 0.15 per
0.1 per dwelling dwelling unit
unitonly where 5
Minimum visitor0 per dwelling
Multiple
or more dwelling
OR
parking spaces:unit
Residential
unitsare on a lot
Buildings:
81+ dwelling
units: 0.1 per
Cluster Townhouse
dwelling unit
Dwelling;
Maximum parking
1 per dwelling 1.3per dwelling 1.4per dwelling
spaces (including
Dwelling Unit;unitunitunit
visitor):
MinimumClass A 1 per dwelling 0.5 per dwelling 0.5 per dwelling
Multiple Dwelling;
Bicycle Parking unitwithout a unitwithout a unitwithout a
Stalls:private garageprivate garageprivate garage
2, or 6 where 2, or 6 where 2, or 6 where
Minimum Class B
more than 20 more than 20 more than 20
Bicycle Parking
dwelling unitsaredwelling unitsaredwelling unitsare
Stalls:
on a loton a loton a lot
Minimum1
22
parking space
No minimum92 mGFA92 mGFA
per:
Maximum1
222
parking space
92mGFA70mGFA70mGFA
Residential Care
per:
Facility, Large
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking
110 mGFA710 mGFA710 mGFA
Stall per:
Class B Bicycle 2, or 6 if greater 2, or 6 if greater 2, or 6 if greater
222
Parking Stalls:than 550 mGFAthan 550 mGFAthan 550 mGFA
Minimum parking
Residential Care
n/a2per facility2per facility
spaces:
Facility, Small
Second Dwelling Minimum parking 1per dwelling 1per dwelling
n/a
Unit (Attached)spaces:unitunit
Single-Detached Minimum parking 1per dwelling
n/an/a
Dwellingspaces:unit
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Single-Detached
Dwelling, Semi-
Detached Dwelling,
Street Townhouse
Minimum parking 1per dwelling
andDwelling; and n/an/a
spaces:unit
Additional Dwelling
Unit (Attached) and
Additional Dwelling
Unit (Detached)
NON-RESIDENTIAL
Agricultural:
Agriculture;
Minimum parking
n/an/a0
Agriculture-Related;spaces:
and,
On-Farm Diversified
Minimumparking
n/an/a3 per service bay
spaces:
130% of the
Maximum parking
minimum parking
n/an/a
spaces:
spaces
Automotive
Detailing and
Minimum 1 Class
2
Repair Operation
A Bicycle Parking
n/an/a1,500 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
2
BBicycle Parking
n/an/a3,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum1
22
parking spaceNo minimum20mGFA20mGFA
per:
Maximum1
222
parking space 23mGFA15mGFA15mGFA
per:
Brewpub
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking250 mGFA250 mGFA250 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum Class B
Bicycle Parking
222
Stalls:
Minimum parking
Campground
n/an/a1.1per camp site
spaces:
0,provide
Minimum parking stacking spaces
Car Wash
n/an/a
spaces:in accordance
withSection 5.11
Minimum parking
Cemetery000
spaces:
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Minimum1
22
parking spaceNo minimum40 mGFA40 mGFA
per:
Maximum1
222
parking space 60mGFA23mGFA23mGFA
Commercial
per:
Entertainment
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking
500 mGFA500 mGFA500 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
BBicycle Parking
250 mGFA250mGFA250 mGFA
Stall per:
Commercial Parking Minimum parking
0n/a0
Facilityspaces:
Commercial Vehicle Minimum parking
n/an/a1per bay
Wash Facilityspaces:
Minimum 1
22
parking space No minimum40 mGFA30 mGFA
per:
Maximum 1
222
Day Care Facilityparking space 92mGFA30mGFA23mGFA
per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking 333 mGFA500 mGFA500 mGFA
Stall per:
0, provide stacking
Drive-Through Minimum parking
spaces in
n/an/a
accordance with
Facilityspaces:
Section 5.11
Industrial
Employment:
Minimum1
22
Catering Service
parking spaceNo minimum90 mGFA90 mGFA
Establishment;
per:
Heavy Repair
Operation;
Indoor Recycling
Maximum1
Operation;
222
parking space
92mGFA70mGFA70mGFA
Manufacturing;
per:
Outdoor Recycling
Operation;
Printing or
Minimum 1 Class
Publishing
222
A Bicycle Parking1,000 mGFA1,500 mGFA1,500 mGFA
Establishment;
Stall per:
Propane Facility;
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Restoration,
Janitorial or
Security Services;
Minimum 1 Class
and,
222
BBicycle Parking
2,000 mGFA3,000 mGFA3,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Tradesperson or
Contractor's
Establishment
Minimum1
22
parking spaceNo minimum30 mGFA20 mGFA
per:
Maximum1
222
parking space 60mGFA23mGFA15mGFA
per:
Fitness Centre
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking
500 mGFA1,000 mGFA1,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
BBicycle Parking
250 mGFA500 mGFA500 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1
2
parking space
n/an/a23 mGFA
per:
Funeral Home
Maximum 1
2
parking space n/an/a17mGFA
per:
0, provide stacking
Minimum parking
spaces in
Gas Station
n/an/a
accordance with
spaces:
Section 5.11
2
1 per 23mGFA,
Minimum parking
n/an/a
plus 4 per golf
spaces:
coursehole
Golf Course
Minimum 1 Class
2
A Bicycle Parking
n/an/a1,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum1
22
parking space
No minimum19 mGFA19 mGFA
per:
Maximum1
222
parking space
23mGFA15mGFA15mGFA
per:
Health Clinic
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking500 mGFA1,000 mGFA1,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
BBicycle Parking167 mGFA333 mGFA333 mGFA
Stall per:
1 plus any 1plus any
Minimum parking parking spacesparking spaces
Home Occupation
No minimum
spaces:
required for the required for the
dwelling unit(1)dwelling unit(1)
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
No minimum1 plus any 1 for occupation
parking spacesplus 1 for any
required for the non-resident
Minimum number dwelling unit(1)employee plus
Home Occupation
of parking spaces:any parking
spacesrequired
for the dwelling
unit(1)
Minimumparking
No minimum1per bed1per bed
spaces:
Maximumparking
1 per bed1.3 per bed1.3 per bed
spaces:
Minimum 1 Class
Hospice
222
A Bicycle Parking
125 mGFA500 mGFA500 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
BBicycle Parking167 mGFA667 mGFA667 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum1
2
parking spaceNo minimumn/a70mGFA
per:
Maximum1
22
parking space
70mGFAn/a54mGFA
per:
Hospital
Minimum 1 Class
22
A Bicycle Parking
750 mGFAn/a1,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
22
BBicycle Parking
1,500 mGFAn/a2,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimumparking
No minimum1per guest room1per guest room
spaces:
Maximum parking 1.3 per guest 1.3 per guest
1 per guest room
spaces:roomroom
Hotel
Minimum Class A
1 per 30 guest 1 per 40 guest 1 per 40 guest
Bicycle Parking
roomsroomsrooms
Stalls:
Minimum Class B2, or 6 if greater 2, or 6 if greater 2, or 6 if greater
Bicycle Parking
than 75 guest than 75 guest than 75 guest
Stall:
roomsroomsrooms
IndustrialStorage
The greater of 1
and Transport:
Minimum parking
2
n/an/aper 1,500 m
spaces:
GFA, or 2
Bulk Fuel and Oil
Storage
Establishment;
Maximum 1
2
parking space n/an/a70 mGFA
Salvage or Scrap
per:
Yard;
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Minimum 1 Class
Towing Compound;
2
A Bicycle Parkingn/an/a1,500 mGFA
Stall per:
Transportation
Facility;
Minimum 1 Class
Truck Transport
2
BBicycle Parkingn/an/a3,000 mGFA
Terminal; and,
Stall per:
Warehouse
Minimum1
22
parking space
n/a90 mGFA90 mGFA
per:
Maximum1
222
parking space 95mGFA70mGFA70mGFA
per:
Light Repair
Operation
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking1,000 mGFA1,500 mGFA1,500 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
BBicycle Parking
2,000 mGFA3,000 mGFA3,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Natural Heritage Minimum parking
n/an/a0
Conservationspaces:
Minimum parking
n/an/an/a
spaces:
Maximum 1
2
parkingspace
60mGFAn/an/a
per:
Night Club
Minimum 1 Class
2
A Bicycle Parking 100 mGFAn/an/a
Stall per:
Minimum Class B
Bicycle Parking 2 per night clubn/an/a
Stalls:
Minimum1
22
parking spacen/a35mGFA35mGFA
per:
Maximum1
22
parking space
n/a24mGFA24mGFA
per:
Minimum 1 Class
22
A Bicycle Parking
n/a1000 mGFA1000 mGFA
Stall per:
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Multi-Unit Parking Minimum 1 Class
n/a
22
Rate(1)(2)(3)BBicycle Parking333 mGFA333 mGFA
Stall per:
Additional Regulations for Home Occupation Table 5-5
(1)0parking spacesare required for a home occupation use that is an officeor
indirect saleswith no employees or clients to the premises, orfor a home
occupation within a single detached dwelling with anadditional dwelling unit(s)
attached or additional dwelling unit(detached), semi-detached dwelling with an
additional dwelling unit(s) attached or additional dwelling unit (detached), street
townhouse dwelling with anadditional dwelling unit(s) attached or additional
dwelling unit (detached), cluster townhouse dwelling,ormultiple dwelling.
If the home business does not have a non-resident employee, then the required
parking spacesfor the home business and dwelling unit may be arranged in
tandem.
Additional Regulations for Multi-Unit Parking RateTable 5-35
(2)Themulti-unit parking rateshall only be applied where there are three or more
separate spaces for lease and/or occupancy and shall not include manufacturing
orwarehouse.
(3)The following shall only apply to a multi-unit building or multi-unit developmentwith
agross floor area of 1,000 square metres or less where the multi-unit parking rate
applies:
a.Restaurantand health clinic shall each only be permitted to use the
multi-unit parking rate up to a maximum of 30 percent of the gross
floor area of the multi-unit building or multi-unit development.
Parking space requirements for additional gross floor area shall be
in accordance with the individual rate identified in Table 5-35;
b.Subsection a) shall not apply to bicycle parking stall requirements.
In anEMP zone, the parking spaceand bicycle parking stallrequirements shall be
the lesser of the multi-unit parking rate or the aggregate individual use
requirement.
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Office and Office-
2
Related:
50mGFA, only
Minimum1
for office GFAin
22
parking space33 mGFA33 mGFA
Biotechnological
excess of
per:
2
Establishment;
4,000m.
Computer,
Electronic, Data
Maximum1
Processing, or
222
parking space 38mGFA25mGFA25mGFA
Server
per:
Establishment;
Industrial
Administrative
Office;
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking333 mGFA500 mGFA500 mGFA
Office;
Stall per:
Research and
Development
Establishment; and,
Minimum 1 Class
222
BBicycle Parking500 mGFA750 mGFA750 mGFA
Social Service
Stall per:
Establishment
2 per court,plus
Minimum parking
n/an/a20 per playing
spaces:
field
Outdoor Active
Recreation
Minimum Class B
1 per court plus 6
Bicycle Parking n/an/a
per playing field
Stalls:
Outdoor Passive Minimum parking
n/an/a0
Recreationspaces:
Place of Assembly
Minimum1
22
and Community:parking space
No minimum23 mGFA23 mGFA
per:
Community Facility;
Maximum1
222
parking space
75mGFA17mGFA17mGFA
Conference,
per:
Convention, or
Minimum1Class
222
Exhibition Facility;
A Bicycle Parking500 mGFA1000 mGFA1,000 mGFA
and,
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
Cultural Facility
BBicycle Parking250 mGFA500 mGFA500 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum1
22
parking spaceNo minimum23 mGFA23 mGFA
per:
Place of Worship
Maximum1
222
parking space
30mGFA17mGFA17mGFA
per:
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking500 mGFA1,000 mGFA1,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
BBicycle Parking250 mGFA500 mGFA500 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum1
22
parking space
No minimum7.5 mGFA7.5 mGFA
per:
Maximum1
222
parking space
15mGFA5mGFA5mGFA
per:
Restaurant
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking
100 mGFA250 mGFA250 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum Class B
Bicycle Parking2 per restaurant2 per restaurant2 per restaurant
Stalls:
2
Minimum1100 mGFA,
parking spacen/an/aincluding
per:portables
2
Maximum175mGFA,
parking space n/an/aincluding
per:portables
School,Elementary
Minimum 1 Class
2
A Bicycle Parking
n/an/a1,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
2
BBicycle Parking
n/an/a100 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum1
2
parking space
No minimumn/a77 mGFA
per:
Maximum1
22
parking space 130mGFAn/a60mGFA
per:
School,Post-
Secondary
Minimum 1 Class
22
A Bicycle Parking50 mGFAn/a50 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum Class Bthe greater of 1 the greater of 1
22
Bicycle Parkingper 50 mGFA, n/aper 50 mGFA,
Stalls:or 3or 3
2
Minimum1120 mGFA
parking space
No minimumn/aincluding
Adult Education
per:
portables
School; and,
2
Maximum192mGFA
2
School,Secondary
125mGFA,plus
parking space
n/aincluding
2per portable
per:portables
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Minimum 1 Class
22
A Bicycle Parking500 mGFAn/a1,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
22
BBicycle Parking100 mGFAn/a100 mGFA
Stall per:
Services and
Retail:
Animal Shelter;
Establishment;
Minimum1
22
parking space
40 mGFA33mGFA
No minimum
Building Material
per:
and Decorating
Supply
Establishment;
Convenience Retail;
Craftsperson Shop;
Financial
Establishment;
Maximum1
Garden Centre,
222
parking space 72mGFA27mGFA24mGFA
Nursery, and/or
per:
Landscaping
Supply;
Major Equipment
Supply and Service;
Pawn
Establishment;
Payday Loan
Establishment;
Minimum 1 Class
Personal Services;
222
A Bicycle Parking
500 mGFA1,000 mGFA1,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Pet Boarding;
Pet Services
Establishment;
Print Shop;
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Propane Retail
Outlet;
Retail; and,
Minimum 1 Class
Retail of Motor
222
BBicycle Parking167 mGFA333 mGFA333 mGFA
Vehicles and Major
Stall per:
Recreational
Equipment.
Minimum1
22
parking space
No minimum40 mGFA40 mGFA
per:
Training:
Maximum1
222
parking space
42mGFA30mGFA30mGFA
Commercial Driver
per:
and Training
Establishment; and,
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking500 mGFA1,000 mGFA1,000 mGFA
Commercial School;
Stall per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
BBicycle Parking167 mGFA333 mGFA333 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum1
2
parking spacen/an/a33mGFA
per:
Maximum1
2
parking space
n/an/a25mGFA
Large Merchandise per:
Retail
Minimum 1 Class
2
A Bicycle Parking
n/an/a1,000 mGFA
Stallper:
Minimum 1 Class
2
BBicycle Parking
n/an/a500 mGFA
Stall per:
2
40mGFA,
Minimum1
exclusive of any
parking spacen/an/a
parkingfor fleet
per:
vehicles
2
30mGFA,
Transportation Maximum1
exclusive of any
Depotparking space n/an/a
parkingfor fleet
per:
vehicles
Minimum 1 Class
2
A Bicycle Parking
n/an/a1,500 mGFA
Stall per:
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Minimum and Maximum RequiredRates forParking Spaces, Visitor
Parking Spaces,and Bicycle Parking Stalls
Use
UGC ZonesMIX Zones All Other Zones
Minimum 1 Class
2
BBicycle Parkingn/an/a3,000 mGFA
Stall per:
Minimum1
22
parking spaceNo minimum 40mGFA40mGFA
per:
Maximum1
222
Veterinary Servicesparking space
53 mGFA30 mGFA30 mGFA
per:
Minimum 1 Class
222
A Bicycle Parking
500 mGFA1,000 mGFA1,000 mGFA
Stall per:
OTHER USES
Minimum1
22
parking spaceNo minimum40 mGFA40 mGFA
per:
Maximum1
All otheruses not
222
parking space 42 mGFA30 mGFA30 mGFA
otherwise listed
per:
Minimum Class B10% of total 10% of total 10% of total
Bicycle Parkingrequired parking required parking required parking
Stalls:spacesspacesspaces
Parking Requirements for mixed-use buildings & Developments
a)Where there is a residential use on a lot where the non-residential uses qualify for
the multi-unit parking rate, the following shall apply:
i)Visitor parking spaces shall not be required for the residential use; and,
ii)Allparkingspaces shall be shared between uses and unassigned.
Electric Vehicle Parking Space Provisions
a)Aminimum of 20 percent of the parking spaces required for multiple dwellingsshall
be designed to permit the future installation of electric vehicle supply equipment.
b)Where parking spacesrequired for non-residential usesare not located within a
building,a minimum of 15 percent of the parking spaces shall be designed to
permit the future installation of electric vehicle supply equipment and a minimum
of 5 percent of the parking spacesshall be electric vehicle parking spaces.
c)Despite Subsection b), where the calculation of the total required electric vehicle
parking spaces or parking spaces designed to permit the future installation of
electric vehicle supply equipmentresults in a fraction, then the requirement shall
be the next lowest number.
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d)All required electric vehicle parking spacesshall be clearly identified and
demarcated.
e)In a UGC zone, Subsections a) through d) shall apply to the number of parking
spacesprovided, where any are provided at all.
f)Subsections a) through e) shall only be required for buildingsor portions of
buildingsthat were not existingon the date of passage of this By-law.
Barrier-Free Accessible Parking Space Provisions
a)Type A barrier-free accessibleparking spacesmust be a minimum of 3.4 metres
in width and a minimum of 5.5 metres in length.
b)Type B barrier-free accessibleparking spacesmust be a minimum of 2.4 metres
in width and a minimum of 5.5 metres in length.
c)Where one barrier-free accessibleparking spaceis required, it shall be a Type A
barrier-free accessibleparking space.
d)Where an even number of barrier-free accessibleparking spacesare required, an
equal number of Type A and Type B barrier-free accessible parking spacesshall
be provided.
e)Where an odd number of barrier-free accessibleparking spacesare required, an
equal number of Type A and Type B barrier-free accessible parking spacesshall
be provided, where the additional parking spacemay be a Type B barrier-free
accessibleparking space.
f)Access aislesshall be provided for all barrier-free accessible parking spaces, may
be shared betweentwo spaces,and shall meet the following requirements:
i)theaccess aislesshall be aminimum of 1.5 metres in width;
ii)theaccess aisleshall extend the full length of the parking space; and,
iii)the access aislesshall be marked with high tonal contrast diagonal lines,
which discourage parking in them, where the surface is asphalt, concrete or
some other dust-free hard surface.
g)Barrier-free accessibleparking spacesshallbe provided in accordance with Table
5-56, rounding up to the nearest whole number.
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Table 5-56:Regulations for Barrier-Free Accessible Parking Space Requirements
Number of Parking Spaces Number of Barrier-free Accessible Parking
RequiredSpaces Required
1-121 of total required parking spaces
13-1004% of total required parking spaces
101-2001, plus3% of total required parking spaces
201-10002, plus2% of total required parking spaces
1000 +11, plus1% total required parking spaces
h)In a UGC zone, Subsection a) though g) shall apply to the number of parking
spaces provided, where any are provided at all.
i)A maximum of 50 percent of the barrier-free accessible parking spacesfor a
residential usemay also be counted toward the required visitor parking spacesfor
the same use.
j)Despite Subsections c) through i), barrier free accessible parking spacesare not
required on a lotwith only 4 or fewer dwelling units.
Loading SpaceProvisions
Where one or more loading spacesare provided, the following shall apply:
a)loading spaceshall not be permitted within 6 metres of a street line; and,
b)loading spacesshall not be permittedwithin 7.5 metres of an abutting residential
zoneunless the loading spacesare located entirely within a building.
Stacking Provisions
a)Stacking lanes shall not be located within 3metres of astreet line.
b)Stacking lanesfor a drive-through facilityshall not be located within a front yardor
exterior side yard.
c)Despite Subsection b), on a corner lot,stacking lanesfor a drive through facility
may locate in either a front yard, or exterior side yard, but not both.
d)Entrance ways to stacking lanesshall be separateda minimum travelled distance
of 16.5 metres from the closestdriveway, measured from the centre point of the
closest drivewayat the lot linealong the route travelled to the last required stacking
spacein the stacking lane.
e)Astacking spaceshall be a minimum of 2.6 metres in width and a minimum of 6.5
metres in length.
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f)Astacking spaceshall lead both to and from afueling area, service window, kiosk,
or booth in accordance with Table 5-7.
Table 5-7:Regulations for Stacking SpaceRequirements
UseMinimum Number of Stacking Spaces
Car Wash(automatic)10
Car Wash(self service)2 per washing bay
Financial Establishment3
Gas Station2 per fueling area
Restaurant13
Retail3
g)Subsections a) through f) shall not apply to existing stacking lanesand existing
stacking spaces.
Equipment and Vehicle Storage Provisions
5.1.5Commercial Vehicles and Equipment
Parking or storage of commercial vehiclesonlotswithin a RES zoneshall be located fully
within an enclosed buildingor structure.
5.12.2Major Recreational Equipment
a)Parking or storage of major recreational equipmentonlotswithin a RES zoneshall
be located fully within an enclosed buildingor structure.
b)Despite Subsection a), major recreational equipmentmay be parked or stored in
arear yard, aninterior side yard,or in a carport provided that it is screened by a
visual barrier in accordance with Section 4.18 of this By-law. Major recreational
equipmentthat exceeds 1.4 metres in height and is located within an interior side
yardshall be located a minimum of 1.2 metres from an interior side lot line.
c)Despite Subsection a), major recreational equipmentmay be parked or stored on
adrivewaybetween May 1 and October 31 provided that such equipment is
located outside of a driveway visibility triangle.
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d)Major recreational equipmentshall not be usedfor living, sleeping, or
housekeeping purposes when located on a lotwithin any zone.
e)Despite clauses b) and c) above, snowmobiles or other similar winter-season
recreational equipmentand portable structuresfor transporting such equipment
shall not be stored or parked on a drivewaybetween May 1st and October 31st,
but may be stored or parked on a drivewaywholly inside the lot linebetween
November 1st and April 30th provided that such equipment shall not obstruct the
visibility of vehicular or pedestrian traffic movement within a streetor lane.
5.1.6Utility Trailers
a)On a lotcontaining a residential use, a utility trailershall not be parked or storedin
afront yard, or exterior side yard,except in a driveway.
b)Despite Subsection a), a utility trailer that exceeds 6 metres in length inclusive of
projections and attachments shall not be permitted on a lot within a RES zone.
c)Utility trailersmay be parked or stored in a rear yard, aninterior side yard,or in a
carport provided that it is screened by a visual barrier in accordance with Section
4.18 of this By-law.
5.12.4Vehicles with a Snow Plough Blade
No more than one motor vehiclewith an attached snow plough blade shall be parked or
stored on a lotwithin a RES zone.Reserved.
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SECTION 6 – Urban Growth Centre (UGC) Zones
6.1\[RESERVED\]
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– Residential Zones (RES)
The Residential Zones apply to lands designated Low Rise Residential, Medium Rise
Residential and High Rise Residential in the Official Plan.
7.1APPLICABLE ZONES
RES-1: Low Rise Residential One Zone – the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
limited dwelling types in areas with an estate character and/or limited municipal services
in low rise areas.
RES-2: Low Rise Residential Two Zone – the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate a
limited range of low density dwelling types on larger lots than the RES-3 Zone in low rise
areas.
RES-3: Low Rise Residential Three Zone – the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
a limited range of low density dwelling types on smaller lotsthan the RES-2 Zone in low
rise areas.
RES-4: Low Rise Residential Four Zone – the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate a
range of low density dwelling types that allow up to four dwelling units on a range of lot
sizes in low rise areas.
RES-5: Low Rise Residential Five Zone –the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
the widest range of low density dwelling types on the widest range of lotsizes in low rise
areas.
RES-6: Medium Rise Residential Six Zone –the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
medium density dwelling types and some complementary non-residential uses in
medium rise residential areas.
RES-7: High Rise Residential Seven Zone – the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
high density dwelling types and a range of complementary non-residential uses in high
rise residential areas.
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7.2PERMITTED USES
No person shall, within any Residential Zone useor permit the useof any lotor erect, alter
or useany buildingor structurefor any purpose other than those permitted useswithin
Table 7-1 below.
Table 7-1: Permitted Uses within the Residential Zones
UseRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4RES-5RES-6RES-7
Residential Uses
Single Detached Dwelling
Additional Dwelling Units
(Attached))(1)
Additional Dwelling Units
(Detached) (2)
Semi-Detached Dwelling
Townhouse Dwelling –Street
(3)(4)
Townhouse Dwelling –Cluster
(4)
Multiple Dwelling
(3)
Lodging House
Hospice
Residential Care Facility, Small
Residential Care Facility, Large
Non-Residential Uses
Artisan’s Establishment (5)
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Community Facility (5)
Convenience Retail (5)
Day Care Facility (5)
Financial Establishment (5)
Health Office (5)
Home Occupation (6)
Office (5)
Personal Services (5)
Studio (5)
(1)Shall be permitted in accordance with 4.12.1. and 4.12.2
(2)Shall be permitted in accordance with 4.12.3.
(3)The maximum number of dwelling unitsin a dwellingshall be 4.
(4)The maximum number of dwelling unitsin a dwellingshall be 8.
(5)Permitted non-residential uses must be located within a mixed use building
and are limited in size in accordance with the regulations in Table 7-6.
(6)Shall be permitted in accordance with 4.8.
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7.3REGULATIONS
The regulations for lots in a Residential Zoneare set out in Tables 7-2 through 7-7 below.
Table 7-2: For Single Detached Dwellings
RES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4RES-5
RES-6 RES-7
Regulation(5)(5)(5)(5)(5)
22222
Minimum Lot Area929m(1)411m288m235m235m
Minimum Lot Width24.0m(2)13.7m10.5m9.0m9.0m
Minimum Corner
24.0m(2)15.0m13.8m12.8m12.8m
Lot Width
Minimum Front
Yard or Exterior 6.0m (3)4.5m(3)4.5m(3)4.5m(3)4.5m(3)
Yard Setback
Maximum Front
(3a)(3a)(3a)(3a)(3a)
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
3.0m1.2m1.2m1.2m1.2m
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m
Setback
MaximumLot
55%(4)55%(4)55%(4)55%(4)55%(4)
Coverage
Maximum Building
11.0m(6)11.0m(6)11.0m(6)11.0m(6)11.0m(6)
Height
Maximum number
3 3 3 3 3
of storeys
(1) The minimum lot areashall be 0.4 hectares on lotswithout full municipal services.
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(2) The minimum lot widthshall be 30.0 metres on lotswithout full municipal services.
(3) For lands identified in Appendix D, despite the minimum front yardrequired in any zone,
the minimum front yardis the established front yardminus one metre.
In all other cases, the minimum front yard shall be in accordance with this Table. Despite the
foregoing, no part of any buildingused to accommodate off street parking shall be located
closer than 6.0metresto the street line.
(3a) For lands identified on Appendix D, the maximum front yard shall be the established front yard
plus one metre. In all other cases there is no maximum front yard.
(4) A combined total of 55 percent for all buildingsand structureson the lot. Accessorybuildingsor
structures, whether attached or detached, and additional dwelling units (detached)shall not exceed
15 percent.
(5) The regulations within Table 7-2 shall not apply to existingbuildingsor structures.
(6) For lands identified on Appendix C –Central Neighborhoods, the maximum building heightis
9.0 metres for newbuildings and additions to existingbuildingsthat would increase the building
heightby more than 1.0 metres, where the heightof the two principal buildings onboth abutting
lotsis less than 6.5metres. Where there are vacant lot(s), abutting the affected lot, the heightof
the two principal buildingson the next adjacent lotwith a low-rise residential zoneare considered.
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Table 7-3: For Semi-Detached Dwelling Unit
RES-3RES-4RES-5
RES-1 RES-2 RES-6 RES-7
Regulation(3)(3)(3)
222
Minimum Lot Area260m210m210m
Minimum Lot Width9.3 m7.5m7.5m
Minimum Corner
12.0m12.0m12.0m
Lot Width
Minimum Front
Yard or Exterior 4.5m (1)4.5m(1)4.5m(1)
Yard Setback
Maximum Front
(1a)(1a)(1a)
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
1.2m1.2m1.2m
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
7.5m7.5m7.5m
Setback
MaximumLot
55%(2)55%(2)55%(2)
Coverage
Maximum Building
11.0m(4)11.0m(4)11.0m(4)
Height
Maximum number
3 3 3
of storeys
(1) For lands identified in Appendix D, despite the minimum front yardrequired in any zone, the
minimum front yardis the established front yardminus one metre. In all other cases the minimum
front yardshall be in accordance with this table. Despite the foregoing, no part of any buildingused
to accommodate off street parkingshall be located closer than 6.0 metresto the street line.
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(1a) For lands identified on Appendix D, the maximum front yardshall be the established front yard
plus one metre. In all other cases there is no maximum front yard.
(2) A combined total of 55 percent for all buildingsandstructureson the lot. Accessorybuildingsor
structures, whether attached or detached, and additional dwelling units (detached)shall not
exceed 15 percent.
(3) The regulations within Table 7-3 shall not apply to existingbuildingsor structures.
(4) For lands identified onAppendix C – Central Neighborhoods, the maximum building heightis 9.0
metres for new buildings and additions to existing buildingsthat would increase the building height
by more than 1.0 metres, where the heightof the two principal buildings onboth abutting lotsis
less than 6.5 metres. Where there are vacant lot(s), abutting the affected lot, the heightof the two
principal buildingson the next adjacent lotwith a low-rise residential zoneare considered.
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Table 7-4: For Street Townhouse Dwelling Units
RegulationRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4 (4)RES-5 (4)RES-6RES-7
22
Minimum Lot Area148m135m
Minimum Lot Width
6.0m5.5m
(Internal Unit)
Minimum Lot Width
10.0m9.5m
(External Unit)
Minimum Corner Lot
12.0m11.5m
Width
Minimum Front Yard
or Exterior Yard 4.5m(1)4.5m(1)
Setback
Maximum Front
(1a)(1a)
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
2.5m2.5m
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
7.5m7.5m
Setback
Rear Yard Access(2)(2)
MaximumLot
55%(3)55%(3)
Coverage
Maximum Building
11.0m(5)11.0m(5)
Height
Maximum number
3 3
of storeys
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(1) For lands identified onAppendix D, despite the minimum front yardrequired in any zone, the
minimum front yardis the established front yardminus one metre. In all other cases the minimum
front yardshall be in accordance with this Table. Despite the forgoing, no part of any buildingused
to accommodate off street parking shall be located closer than 6.0 metresto the street line.
(1a) For lands identified on Appendix D, the maximum front yard shall be the established front yard
plus one metre. In all other cases there is no maximum front yard.
(2) Each dwelling unitshall have an unobstructed access at gradeor ground floor level, having a
minimum width of 0.9 metres, from the front yardto the rear yardof the loteither by:
a) direct access on the lotwithout passing through any portion of the dwelling unit; or,
b) direct access through the dwelling unitwithout passing through a living or family room, dining
room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, or recreation room or any hallway that is not separated by a
door to any such room; or,
c) access over adjacent lands which, if the lands are not owned by the City of Kitchener or the
Regional Municipality of Waterloo, is secured by a registered easement.
(3) A combined total of 55 percent for all buildingsand structureson the lot. Accessorybuildingsor
structures, whether attached or detached, and additional dwelling units (detached)shall not exceed
15 percent.
(4) The regulations within Table 7-4 shall not apply to existingbuildingsor structures.
(5) For lands identified in an Appendix C – Central Neighborhoods, the maximum building heightis
9.0 metres for new buildings and additions to existing buildingsthat would increase the building height
by more than 1.0 metres, where the heightof the two principal buildings onboth abutting lotsis less
than 6.5 metres. Where there are vacant lot(s), abutting the affected lot, the heightof the two principal
buildingson the next adjacent lotwithalow-rise residential zoneare considered.
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Table 7-5: For Cluster Townhouse Dwelling Units
RegulationRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4RES-5 (3)RES-6 (3)RES-7
22
Minimum Lot Area525m525m
Minimum Lot Width19.0m19.0m
Minimum Front
Yard or Exterior 4.5m 3.0m
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
4.5m4.5m
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
6.0m4.5m
Setback
Minimum
20%20%
Landscaped Area
Minimum Floor
0.6(1) (4)
Space Ratio
Maximum Floor
0.62.0(1)
Space Ratio
Minimum Building
7.5m
Height
Maximum Building
11.0m25.0m
Height
Maximum Number
3 8
of Storeys
Minimum Number of
5
Dwelling Units
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Private Patio Area(2)(2)
(1) Combined total Floor Space Ratioof all useson the lot.
(2) For each dwelling unitlocated at ground floor level, an exclusive use patio area adjacent to the
dwelling unitwith direct access to such dwelling unitshall be provided.
(3) The regulations within Table 7-5 shall not apply to existing buildingsor structures.
(4) Individual buildingswill not be required to achieve the minimum floor space ratiowhere there is an
approved Urban Design Brief that includes a Master Site Plan that demonstrates the overall
development can achieve the minimum floor space ratio.
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Table 7-6: For Multiple Dwellings and Non-Residential Uses
RegulationRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4 (6)RES-5 (6)RES-6 (6)RES-7 (6)
22
Minimum Lot Area495m495m
Minimum Lot Width15.0m19.0m(1)30.0m30.0m
Minimum Front
Yard or Exterior 4.5m 4.5m 3.0m3.0m
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior
3.0m3.0m4.5m4.5m (5)
Side Yard Setback
Minimum Rear Yard
7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m (5)
Setback
Minimum
20%20%20%20%
Landscaped Area
Minimum Floor
0.6 (2) (7)2.0 (2) (7)
Space Ratio
Maximum Floor
0.60.62.0 (2) 4.0 (2)
Space Ratio
Minimum building
11.0 m 14.0 m
height
Maximum Building
11.0m11.0m25.0m(5)
Height
Maximum number
3 3 8
of storeys
Minimum number of
5 5
dwelling units
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Maximum number
4
of dwelling units
Private Patio Area(3)(3)(3)(3)
Maximum Gross
Floor Areaof
22
600m(4)600m(4)
Individual Non-
Residential Use
(1) A multiple dwellingup to 4 dwellingunits shall have a minimum lot widthof 15.0metres.
(2) Combined total Floor Space Ratioof all uses on the lot.
(3) For multiple dwellingswith 4 dwelling unitsor more, each dwelling unitlocated at ground floor level
shall have an exclusive use patio area adjacent to the dwelling unitwith direct access to such
dwelling unit.
(4) The total gross floor areaof all non-residential usesshall not exceed 25% of the total gross floor
areaon a lot.
(5) The maximum building heightshall be 25 metres within 15 metresof a lotwith a (RES-6) Medium
Rise Residential Six Zone.
(6) The regulations within Table 7-6 shall not apply to existing buildingsor structures.
(7) Individual buildings will not be required to achieve the minimum floor space ratiowhere there is an
approved Urban Design Brief that includes a Master Site Plan that demonstrates the overall
development can achieve the minimum floor space ratio.
Table 7-7: Lodging House, Hospice, Small Residential Care Facility and
Large ResidentialCare Facility
RegulationRES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4RES-5RES-6RES-7
Regulations(1)(1)(1)(1)(1)(1)
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(1)Shall be in accordance with the regulations of the RES Zone and dwellingtype in which the
lodging house, hospice orsmall residential care facilityis located. A large residential care facility
shall be in accordance with the regulations of the RES zone for multiple dwellings.
7.4OUTDOOR STORAGE
No outdoorstorageshall be permitted in an RES zone.
7.5OTHER APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND SECTIONS
For other applicable regulations and sections see Section 3: Definitions, Section 4:
General Regulations and, Section 5: Parking, Loading, and Stacking.
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The Mixed Use zonesapply to lands designated Mixed Use in the Official Plan.
8.1APPLICABLE ZONES
MIX-1: Mixed UseOnethe purpose of this zoneis to accommodate a variety of uses
within mixed use buildingsandmixed use developmentsat a low density and scale in
Neighbourhood Nodes and certain other areas that are adjacent to properties zonedfor
low density residential uses.
MIX-2: Mixed UseTwothe purpose of this zoneis to accommodate a variety of uses
within mixed use buildingsandmixed use developmentsat a mediumdensity on certain
lands within Urban Corridors.
MIX-3: Mixed UseThreethe purpose of this zoneis to accommodate a variety of uses
within mixed use buildingsandmixed use developmentsat a mediumdensity within
Community Nodes and City Nodes.
8.2PERMITTED USES
No personshall, within any MIX zone,useor permit theuseof any lot;or erect, alter or
use any buildingor structurefor any purpose other than those permitted uses within
Table 8-1 below.
Table 8-1: Permitted Uses within the Mixed Use Zones
UseMIX-1MIX-2MIX-3
Adult Education School
!!!
Brewpub
!!!
Cluster Townhouse Dwelling
(1)!!
Commercial Entertainment!!!
CommercialSchool
!!!
Community Facility!!!
Computer, Electronic,Data Processing,
!!!
or ServerEstablishment
Craftsperson Shop!!
Cultural Facility
!!!
Day Care Facility!!
Dwelling Unit (2)
!!!
Financial Establishment!!
Fitness Centre
!!!
Health Clinic!!
Hospice
Hotel
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Large Residential Care Facility (2)(2)
Light Repair Operation
Lodging House!!!
Multiple Dwelling
(1)(1)
Office(3)(3)(4)
Payday Loan Establishment
Personal Services
Pet Services Establishment
!!
Place of Worship
Post-Secondary School
!!!
Print Shop
Research and Development
!!!
Establishment
Restaurant
Retail
(5)(6)(7)
Secondary School
(8)
Small Residential Care Facility
Social Service Establishment
Veterinary Services
Additional Regulations for Permitted Uses Table 8-1
(1)Acluster townhouse dwellingand a multiple dwellingare only permitted on a lot
containing a non-residential use. A cluster townhouse dwellingand a multiple
dwellingshall not have a street line façade,except for access.
(2)Shall be located within a mixed use building, and except foraccess, the ground floor
shall contain at least one non-residentialpermitted uselisted in Table 8-1 that abuts
the entire length of the street line façade.
(3)A total maximum gross floor area of 5,000 square metres is permitted.
(4)A total maximum gross floor area of 10,000 square metres is permitted.
(5)A maximum gross floor areaof 3,500 square metres is permitted for each individual
freestanding retail outletto a total maximum gross floor areaof 5,000 square metres.
(6)A maximum gross floor areaof2,500 square metres is permitted for each individual
freestanding retail outletto a total maximum gross floor area of 5,000 square metres.
Afood storeis only permitted within a mixed use developmentto a maximum gross
floor areaof 5,000 square metres.
(7)A maximum gross floor areaof 5,000 square metres is permitted foreach
freestanding retail outlet. A food storeis permitted within a freestanding retail outlet
or within a mixed use developmentto a maximum gross floor areaof 10,000 square
metres.
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(8)A total maximum gross floor area of 6,000 square metres is permitted.
8.3REGULATIONS
The regulations for lotsin a MIXzoneare set out in Table 8-2 below.
Table 8-2: Regulationsfor Mixed Use Zones
RegulationMIX-1(1)MIX-2(1)MIX-3(1)
Minimum lot width15m15m15m
Minimum front yard setback1.5m1.5m1.5m
Minimum exterior side yardsetback1.5m1.5m1.5m
Minimum rear yard setback7.5m7.5m7.5m
Minimum interior side yard setback2 m0 m4 m
Minimum yard setbackabutting a
7.5m7.5m7.5m
residential zone
Minimum ground floor building height
4.5 m4.5 m4.5 m
for any buildingwith street line façade
Minimum building height7.5 m11 m11 m
Maximum building height14 m25m32 m
Maximum number of storeys4storeys8storeys10storeys
Minimum number of storeysin the
baseof a mid-rise building or tall 3storeys3storeys
building
Maximum number of storeysin the
baseof a mid-rise building or tall 6storeys6storeys
building
Minimum street linestepbackfor mid-
3 m3 m
rise buildingsandtall buildings
Minimum stepback for mid-rise
buildingsandtall buildings where the 3 m3 m
baseabuts alow-rise residential zone
Minimum floor space ratio0.6(2)0.6(2)0.6(2)
Maximum floor space ratio122
Maximum total retail gross floor area
within a multi-unit building, multi-unit
222
7,500m7,500m10,000m
development,mixed-use building, or
mixed-use development.
Minimum percent of non-residential
20%(2)
gross floor area
Minimum percent of residential gross
20%(2)
floor area
Minimumground floor street line
façadewidth as a percent of the width
50%50%50%
of the abutting street line
Minimum percent street line façade
50%50%50%
openings(3)(4)
Minimum landscaped area15%15%15%
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Additional Regulations for Zone Regulations Table 8-2
(1)The regulations within Table 8-2 shall not apply to existing buildings or structures.
(2)Individual buildings will not be required to achieve the minimum floor space ratio,
minimum percent of non-residential gross floor areaand minimum percent of
residential gross floor areawhere there is an approved Urban Design Brief that
includes a Master Site Plan that demonstrates the overall development can achieve
the minimum floor space ratio,minimum percent of non-residential gross floor area
and minimum percent of residential gross floor area.
(3)Measured between 0.5m and 4.5m above exterior finished grade along the entire
width of the street line façade.
Illustration 8-1: Street Line Façade Openings Measurement
(4)The maximum distance between street line façade openingsand between exterior
walls and street line façade openingsshall be 8 metres.
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8.4VISUAL BARRIER
Where a lotzonedMIX abuts a residentialzoneand new gross floor area is added to the
lot, a visual barrier shall be provided along the abutting lot lineinaccordance with
Section 4.18of this By-law.
8.5OUTDOOR STORAGE
No outdoor storageshall be permitted in anyyard abutting astreet, or within 7.5 metres
of a residentialzone. This shall not howeverprevent the display of goods or materials for
retailpurposes.
8.6LOCATION OF PARKING SPACES AND LOADING SPACES
New parking spacesand/or loading spacesshall not locate in ayard abutting a street.
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SECTION 9 – Commercial (COM) Zones
The Commercial zonesapply to lands designated Commercial and Commercial Campus
in the Official Planas well as certainlands designated Residential.
9.1APPLICABLE ZONES
COM-1: Local Commercial – the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate complementary
commercial useswithin residential neighbourhoods in Community Areas.
COM-2:General Commercial – the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate retailand
commercial useswithin the City’s Urban Corridors; and Community and City Nodes.
COM-3: Arterial Commercial –the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate the retailing of
bulky, space intensive goods; and service commercial usespredominately serving the
travelling public within Arterial Corridors.
COM-4: Commercial Campus – the purpose of this zoneis toaccommodate a range of
retail and commercial usesfunctioning as a unit within comprehensively planned
campuses within City Nodes.
9.2PERMITTED USES
No personshall, within any COM zone, use or permit the useof any lot; or erect, alter or
useany buildingor structurefor any purpose other than those permitted useswithin Table
9-1 below.
Table 9-1: Permitted Uses within the CommercialZones
UseCOM-1COM-2COM-3COM-4
Amusement Park(1)(1)(1)
Artisan’s Establishment(2)
Automotive Detailing and Repair
Operation
(2)
Brewpub
CarWash
(2)
Catering Service Establishment
Commercial Entertainment
Commercial Parking Facility
Commercial School
Computer, Electronic,Data
Processing, or Server(2)
Establishment
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UseCOM-1COM-2COM-3COM-4
Conference, Convention, or
Exhibition Facility
ConvenienceRetail(2)
Craftsperson Shop(2)
(2)
Day Care Facility
Drive-Through Facility
Dwelling Unit(3)(3)(4)
Financial Establishment(2)
(2)
Fitness Centre
Funeral Home
(2)
Gas Station
(2)
Health Clinic
(5)
Heavy Repair Operation
Hotel
Large Merchandise Retail
Light Repair Operation(5)
(6)
Manufacturing
Office(2)(7)(7)(7)
Pawn Establishment
Payday Loan Establishment
Personal Services(2)
Pet Services Establishment
Place of Worship(8)(8)
Print Shop
Propane Retail Outlet(2)
Research and Development
(2)
Establishment
Restaurant(2)(9)
Retail(10)
Retail of Motor Vehicles and
Major Recreational Equipment
Towing Compound
Tradesperson or Contractor’s
Establishment
Transportation Depot(11)
Veterinary Services
Warehouse(5)(11)(11)(12)
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Additional Regulations for Permitted Uses Table 9-1
(1)Shall not be permitted on a lotabutting a residentialzone.
(2)A maximumgross floor areaof 300square metresper unit is permitted.
(3)Shall be located within a mixed use building containing at least one other permitted
use listed in Table 9-1, and except for access, shallnotbe located on the ground floor.
(4)The maximum floor space ratiofor dwelling unitsshall be 2.
(5)Despite Section 4.2, retail usesare permitted as accessory usesand shall be located
on the same premisesas the principal useto a maximum of 25 percent of the gross
floor areaof the building.
(6)Only existingmanufacturingshall be permitted.
(7)A total maximum gross floor area of 10,000 square metres of officeis permitted on a
lot.
(8)Shall be located in alotcontaining at least one other non-residential use that is not
subject to this provision.
(9)Shall be located in amulti-unit building or mixed use buildingcontaining at least one
other non-residentialuse that is not subject to this provision.
(10)Individual retailoutlets shall have a minimum gross floor areaof 1,500 square metres.
(11)Shall not include a noxious useand shall not include manufacturing as principal use.
(12)Shall be located within an existing building.
9.3REGULATIONS
The regulations for lotsin a COM zoneare set out in Table 9-2 below.
Table 9-2: Commercial Zones Regulations
RegulationCOM-1(1)COM-2(1)COM-3(1)COM-4(1)
Minimum lot width15m15 m15 m30m
Minimum front yard setback3m3m6m6m
Minimum exterior side yard
3 m 3 m 6 m 6 m
setback
Minimum interior side yard
setbackabutting a residential 1.5 m 7.5 m 7.5 m 7.5 m
zone
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RegulationCOM-1(1)COM-2(1)COM-3(1)COM-4(1)
Minimum interior side yard setback
abutting a lot with a zoneother 1.5 m3 m 3 m 3 m
than a residential zone
Minimum rear yard setback7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m
Minimum rear yard or side yard
setbackfor a non-residential use
1.5 m 1.5 m 1.5 m 1.5 m
abutting a rail right-of-way or a
hydro corridor
Maximum building height11m15m(2)
Maximum floor space ratio0.6
Minimum landscaped area15%20%20%20%
Maximum total retail(including
large merchandise retail) gross
2222
floor areawithin amulti-unit 10,000 m10,000 m10,000 m42,000 m
building,multi-unit development
or mixed-use building
AdditionalRegulations for Zone Regulation Table 9-2
(1)The regulations within Table 9-2 shall not apply to existing buildings or structures.
(2)The maximum building heightshall be 25 metres for a mixed-use building.
9.4VISUAL BARRIER
Where a lot zonedCOM abuts a residential zone andnewgross floor area is added to the
lot, a visual barrier shall be provided along the abutting lot linein accordance with Section
4.18 of this By-law.
9.5OUTDOOR STORAGE
No outdoor storage shall be permitted in any yard abutting a street, or within 7.5 metres
of a residential zone. This shall not however prevent the display of goods or materials for
retail purposes.
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The Employment zonesapply to lands designated General Industrial Employment, Heavy
Industrial Employment,and Business Park Employment in the Official Plan
10.1APPLICABLE ZONES
EMP-1: Neighbourhood Industrial Employment the purpose of this zoneis to
accommodate a limited range of industrial useson lands located within neighbourhoods
and/or Major Transit Station Areas.
EMP-2: General Industrial Employment the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate a
broad range of industrial usesthat are not noxious uses.
EMP-3: Heavy Industrial Employment the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
industrial uses, including noxious uses,on lands that are separated from sensitive land
uses. This zonealso accommodates usesthat require larger tracts of land for large
buildings, materials,and/or products.
EMP-4: Service Business Park Employment the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
industrial usesand limited complimentary usesthat support adjacent employment lands.
EMP-4zonedlands are located within 450 metres of existing or planned transit corridors.
EMP-5: General Business Park Employment the purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
a limited range of industrial employment useson lands that are generally located adjacent
to EMP-2 and EMP-3 lands to provide a transition from noxioususes.
10.2PERMITTED USES
No personshall, within anyEMP zone,useor permit the useof any lot;or erect, alter or
useany buildingorstructurefor any purpose other than those permitted useswithin Table
10-1 below.
Table 10-1: Permitted Uses within the Employment Zones
UseEMP-1EMP-2EMP-3EMP-4EMP-5
Adult Sex Film Theatre (1)
Automotive Detailing and
Repair Operation (2)
Biotechnological
Establishment
Building Material and
Decorating Supply
Establishment
Bulk Fuel and Oil Storage
Establishment
Car Wash (3)
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UseEMP-1EMP-2EMP-3EMP-4EMP-5
Catering Service
Establishment
Commercial Driver and
Training Establishment
Commercial Vehicle Wash
Facility
Computer, Electronic,Data
Processing, or Server
Establishment
Craftsperson Shop
Crematorium (4)!!!!
Day Care Facility (5)(5)(3)(3)
Drive-Through Facility !
ExistingResidential Uses
Financial Establishment(3)
Fitness Centre (5)(5)(3)(3)
Garden Centre, Nursery,
and/or Landscaping Supply
Gas Station
Health Clinic (3)
Heavy Repair Operation (2)(6)(9)(6)(6)
Indoor Recycling Operation
Industrial Administrative
!!!!
Office
Major Equipment Supply
and Service
Manufacturing(2)(6)(7)(7)(7)
(6)(7)(9)
Office(8)
Outdoor Recycling
Operation
Personal Services (3)
Pet Boarding (3)!!
Pet Services Establishment
(3)
Print Shop (3)
Printing or Publishing
Establishment
Propane Facility
Propane Retail Outlet!!!
Research and Development
Establishment
Restaurant (5)(5)(3)(3)
Restoration, Janitorial,or
(6)
Security Services
Salvage or Scrap Yard
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UseEMP-1EMP-2EMP-3EMP-4EMP-5
Towing Compound(9)!
Tradesperson or
(6)(6)(6)
Contractor's Establishment
Truck Transport Terminal(6)(7)(6)(7)(7)
Veterinary Services (3)
Warehouse(6)(7)(6)(7)(7)(7)
Additional Regulations for Permitted Uses Table 10-1
(1)No buildingshall be usedfor an Adult Sex Film Theatreon a lotthat is situated within
300 metres of a day care facility;elementary, secondary or post-secondary schools
(including officesof the Waterloo Region DistrictSchool Board);place of worship;
officesof the Family and Children Services of Waterloo Region;alotzonedto permit
aresidential use;or another loton which an Adult Sex Film Theatreis located. Such
distance is to be measured from the closest points of the lot linesassociated with each
lot.
(2)Despite Section 4.2, retailuses are permitted as accessoryusesand shall be located
on the same premisesas the principal useto a maximum of 25 percent of the gross
floor areaof the building.
(3)Shall be located within a multi-unitbuildingcontaining at least one permitted uselisted
in Table 10-1 not subject to this provision. Individual units shall not exceed 1,500
square metres of gross floorarea.
(4)Shall not be located within 250 metres of aresidential use, a day care facility,
elementaryschool, secondary school or a post-secondary school oralotzonedto
permitaresidential use, a day care facility,elementaryschool, secondary school ora
post-secondary school.
(5)Shall be permitted as an accessory use to at least one permitted uselisted in Table
10-1 not subject to this regulation and shall be located within a multi-unitbuilding
containing. Individual units shall not exceed 1,500 square metres of gross floor area.
(6)Despite Section 4.2, industrial administrative officeusesare permitted as an accessory
useand shall be located on the same premisesas the principal useto a maximum of
25 percent of the gross floor areaof the building.
(7)Shall not include a noxious use.
(8)Atotal maximum gross floor area of 10,000square metresof officeis permittedon a
lot.
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(9)Shall not be located within 14 metres of a residentialzonefor a buildingconstructed
with openingsor 7.5metres of aresidentialzonefor abuildingconstructed without
openings.
10.3REGULATIONS
The regulations for lotsin anEMP zoneare set out in Table 10-2below.
Table 10-2: Regulations for Employment Zones
RegulationEMP-1(1)EMP-2(1)EMP-3(1)EMP-4(1)EMP-5(1)
22
Minimum lotarea2,000m2,000m
Minimum lotwidth12m12m12m25m25m
Minimum front yard
6m6m6m6m6m
setback
Minimum interior
1.5m1.5m1.5m1.5m1.5m
side yard setback
Minimum exterior
6m6m6m6m6m
side yardsetback
Minimum rear yard
7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m
setback
Minimum rear yard
orsideyard
setbackabutting a 1.5m1.5m1.5m1.5m1.5m
rail right-of-way or
ahydro corridor
Minimum setback
abutting a
residentialzonefor
7.5m7.5m7.5m7.5m
abuilding
constructed without
openings
Minimum setback
abutting a
residentialzonefor
14m14m14m14m
abuilding
constructed with
openings
Maximum building
heightfor a
buildinglocated
less than 14m11m11m11m11m11m
from a yard
abutting a
residentialzone
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(1)The regulations within Table 10-2 shall not apply to existing buildings orstructures.
10.4VISUAL BARRIER
Where a lot zonedEMP abuts a residential zoneandnew gross floor area is added to the
lot, a visual barrier shall be provided along the abutting lot lineinaccordance with Section
4.18of this By-law.
10.5OUTDOOR STORAGE
No outdoor storageshall be permitted in anyyardabutting a street, or within 7.5 metres
of a residentialzone.This shall nothoweverprevent the display of goods or materials for
retailpurposes.
10.6LOCATION OF PARKING SPACES AND LOADING SPACES
New parking spacesshall not locate within 7.5 metres of a residential zone.
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The Institutional zonesapply to lands designated Institutional in the Official Plan.
11.1APPLICABLE ZONES
INS-1:NeighbourhoodInstitutionalthe purpose of this zoneis to accommodate
institutional usesintended to serve surrounding residential communities.
INS-2: Major Institutionalthe purpose of thiszoneis to accommodate all types and
intensities of institutional usesprimarily intended to serve at city or regional scale.
11.2PERMITTED USES
No personshall, within any INS zone,use or permit the use of any lot;or erect, alter or
use any building orstructurefor any purpose other than those permitted useswithin Table
11-1 below.
Table 11-1: Permitted Uses within the Institutional Zones
UseINS-1(1)INS-2(1)
Adult Education School
Cemetery
Community Facility
Continuing Care Community
Cultural Facility
(2)
Day Care Facility
Elementary School
Funeral Home
Health Clinic
Hospice
Hospital
Large Residential Care Facility
Place of Worship
Post-Secondary School
Secondary School
(2)
Small Residential Care Facility
Social Service Establishment
Additional Regulations for Permitted Uses Table 11-1
(1)Despite Section 4.2, accessoryconvenience retail,office,financial establishment,
restaurant,and personal servicesshall be located in the same buildingas the principal
use.
(2)The maximum gross floor areashall be 6,000 square metres.
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11.3REGULATIONS
The regulations for lotsin an INS zoneare set out in Table 11-2 below.
Table 11-2: Regulationsfor Institutional Zones
RegulationINS-1(1)INS-2(1)
Minimum lotwidth15m15m
Minimum front yard setbackand minimum
6m4.5m
exterior side yard setback
Minimum interior side yard setback3m3m
Minimum rear yard setback7.5m7.5m
Minimum yardsetbackabutting a lotzoned
for a low density residential usewith a low 7.5m7.5m
rise residential zone
Maximum building height14m(2)
Maximum floor space ratio1 (3)
Minimum landscaped area20%30%
Additional Regulations for Zone Regulations Table 11-2
(1)The regulations within Table 11-2 shall not apply to existing buildings orstructures.
(2)Abase shall be required for buildings greater than 14 metres in height. The maximum
baseheight shall be 14 metres. Portions of a buildinglocated above the baseof the
buildingshall have a minimum street linestepbackof 3 metresand a minimum
stepbackof 3 metres where the baseabuts alow-rise residential zone.
(3)The maximum floor space ratiofor a large residential care facilityor a continuing care
communityshall be2.
11.4VISUAL BARRIER
Where a lot zonedINS abuts a residential zone and new gross floor area is added to the
lot, a visual barrier shall be provided along the abutting lot linein accordance with Section
4.18 of this By-law.
11.5OUTDOOR STORAGE
No outdoor storageshall be permitted in an INS zone.
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Agriculture(AGR)Zones
The Agriculture zonesapply to lands designated Prime Agriculture in the Official Plan.
12.1APPLICABLE ZONES
AGR-1: Prime Agriculture the purpose of this zoneis to protect the land base for
agriculture, and support a thriving agricultural industry and rural economy.
12.2PERMITTED USES
Nopersonshall, within any AGRzone,useor permit the useof any lotor erect, alter or
useany buildingorstructurefor any purpose other than those permitted useswithin Table
12-1 below.
Table 12-1: Permitted Uses within the AgricultureZones
UseAGR-1
Agriculture
Agriculture-Related(1)!
Existing Dwelling!
On-Farm Diversified Use (1)(2)
Second Dwelling Unit(Attached)(2)!
Single Detached Dwelling (2)
Additional Regulations for Permitted Uses Table 12-1
(1)The total area of land occupied by theuseshall not exceed 2 percent of the total lot
area.
(2)Shall be permitted as anaccessory use to aprincipal agriculture use on alot.
12.3REGULATIONS
The regulations for lotsin an AGRzoneare set out in Table 12-2 below.
Table 12-2:Regulations for Agriculture Zones
RegulationAGR-1
Minimum Lot Area(1)40 hectares
Minimum Lot Width(2)300m
Minimum Front Yard10m
Minimum Side Yard10m
Minimum Rear Yard10m
Additional Regulations for Zone RegulationsTable 12-2
(1)Forexisting lotswith a lot areaof less than 40 hectares, the minimumlot areashall be
the existing lot area.
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(2)For existinglotswith a lot widthof less than 300 metres, the minimum lot widthshall
be the existing lot width.
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Natural Heritage Conservation (NHC) Zones
The Natural Heritage Conservation zoneapplies to lands designated Natural Heritage
Conservation in the Official Plan and is comprised of lands located within the natural
heritage system and natural hazardous lands, being floodplainandfloodway.
13.1APPLICABLE ZONES
NHC-1: Natural Heritage Conservation the purpose of this zoneis to protect and/or
conserve natural heritage featuresand their ecological functions. Further, it is intended to
prevent the aggravation of existing natural hazards and/orthe creation of new ones.
13.2PERMITTED USES
No personshall, within any NHCzone,useor permit the useof any lotor erect, alter or
useany buildingorstructurefor any purpose other than those permitteduseswithin Table
13-1 below.
Table 13-1: Permitted Uses within the Natural Heritage Conservation Zone
UseNHC-1
Existing Agriculture
Natural Heritage Conservation
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Existing Use Floodplain (EUF) Zones
The Existing Use Floodplain zoneapplies to lands designated Natural Heritage
Conservation in the Official Plan that are located within the floodwayor floodplainwhere
there is existingdevelopment subject to flooding hazards.All lands with the Existing Use
Floodplainzoneare subject to the flooding hazard provisions of 17.2.1.
14.1APPLICABLE ZONES
EUF-1: Existing Use Floodplain the purpose of this zoneis to recognize existinguses
within a floodway or floodplain.
14.2PERMITTED USES
No personshall, within any EUFzone,useor permit the useof any lot;or erect, alter or
useany buildingorstructurefor any purpose other than those permitted useswithin Table
14-1 below.
Table 14-1: Permitted Uses within the Existing Use Floodplain Zones
UseEUF-1
Existing uses
The same type of useas the existing use
Adwellingwith the same or fewerdwelling unitsthan that existingon,
and continually usedsince the effective date of this By-lawin a dwelling
that was existingon the effective date of this By-law
14.3REGULATIONS
The regulations for lotsin an EUFzoneare set out in Table 14-2 below.
Table 14-2: Regulations for Existing Use Floodplain Zones
RegulationEUF-1
For All Uses
Minimum lotwidthExisting lot width
For Additions and Alterations to or Replacement of Existing Buildings
25% of existingground floor building
Maximum additional building floor area
floor area
Minimum front yardsetback4.5m
Minimum exterior side yardsetback4.5m
Minimum interior side yardsetbackfor a
1.2m
buildingless than 9 m in height.
Minimum interior side yardsetbackfor a
2.5m
buildingbetween 9 m and 10.5 m in height.
Minimum interior side yardsetbackfor a
6m
buildingexceeding 10.5 m in height.
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RegulationEUF-1
Minimum rear yardsetback7.5m
14.4UNDERGROUND PARKING FACILITIES
Parking spaces, loading spaces, or drive aislesshall not be located underground.
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Open Space and Recreation (OSR) Zones
TheOpen Space and Recreation zonepredominantly applies to lands designated Open
Space in the Official Plan, but may be applied to landswithin any land use designation in
the Official Plan. .
15.1APPLICABLE ZONES
OSR-1: Recreation the purpose of thiszoneis to provide lands for parksandpublic
recreational uses and facilities.
OSR-2: Open Space:Greenwaysthe primary purpose of this zone is for green space
and buffers as part ofa comprehensive and connected open space system. OSR-2lands
may becomprisedof lands not used for park or active recreational purposes butwhich
form part of the overall open space system.
OSR-3: Open Space: Stormwater Managementthe purpose of this zone is for lands to
beused primarily for stormwater management facilities.
15.2PERMITTED USES
No personshall, within any OSRzone,useor permit the useof any lot;or erect, alter or
useany buildingorstructurefor any purpose other than those permitted useswithin Table
15-1 below.
Table 15-1: Permitted Uses within the Open Space and RecreationZone
UseOSR-1OSR-2OSR-3
Cemetery
Community Facility
Outdoor Active Recreation!!
Outdoor Passive Recreation
!!
Stormwater Management
!!!
Facility
15.3REGULATIONS
The regulations for lotsin a OSRzonesare set out in Table 15-2 below.
Table 15-2: Open Space and Recreation Zone Regulations
RegulationOSR-1OSR-2OSR-3
Minimum front yardsetback6m7.5 m7.5 m
Minimum interior side yard
6m7.5 m7.5 m
setback
Minimum exterior side yard
6m7.5 m7.5 m
setback
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7.5 m or one-
half the building
Minimum rear yardsetbackheight,7.5 m 7.5 m
whichever is
greater.
Minimum setbackof any
principalbuildingfrom a6m7.5 m7.5 m
residential zone
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Major Infrastructure and Utility (MIU) Zones
The Major Infrastructure and Utility zoneapplies to lands designated Major Infrastructure
and Utility in the Official Plan.
16.1APPLICABLE ZONES
MIU-1: Major Infrastructure and Utility the purpose of this zoneis to provide for large
scale infrastructure and utilitiesfor publicuses.
16.2PERMITTED USES
No personshall, within any MIU zone,useor permit theuseof any lotor erect, alter or
use any buildingorstructurefor any purpose other than those permitted uses within Table
16-1 below.
Table 16-1: Permitted Uses within the Major Infrastructure and UtilityZones
UseMIU-1
Electrical Transformer Station
Public Works Yard!
Transportation Facility!
Waste Management Facility!
Waterand Wastewater Treatment Facility !
16.3REGULATIONS
The regulations for lotsin a MIU zoneare set out in Table 16-2 below.
Table 16-2:Major Infrastructure and UtilityZoneRegulations
RegulationMIU-1
Minimum front yard setback7.5 m
Minimum exterior side yard setback6 m
Minimum interior side yard setback6m
Minimum rear yard setback7.5 m
Minimum front yard,side yard,and rear yard setbackabutting a
15 m
residential zone
16.4VISUAL BARRIER
Where a lotzoned MIUabuts a residentialzone,a visual barrier shall be provided along
the abutting lot line in accordance with Section 4.18 herein.
16.5OUTDOOR STORAGE
No outdoor storage shall be permitted inany yard abutting a street, or within 7.5 metres
of a residential zone.
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Overlays
Overlays modify other provisions of this By-law for specific lots. All other provisions of this
By-law shall continue to apply. In the event of a conflict between the overlay and any other
section of this By-law, the overlay will supersede only to the extent of the conflict.
17.1APPLICABLE OVERLAYS
Flooding Hazard-the purpose of this overlay is to identify lands that are susceptible to
flooding hazards and prevent injury or the loss of life,minimize property damage and social
disruption, andthe aggravation of existinghazards and the creation of new ones.
Slope Erosion Hazard-the purpose of this overlay is to identify lands that are susceptible
to slope erosion hazards and prevent injury or the loss of life,minimize property damage
and social disruption, and the aggravation of existing hazards and the creation of new
ones.
Significant Wildlife Habitat and Significant Landforms-the purpose of this overlay is to
identify lands within Significant Wildlife Habitat and Significant Landforms that aresubject
to an Environmental Impact Studyor other appropriate study prior to development,
redevelopment, or site alteration.
Ecological Restoration Areas-the purpose of this overlay is to identify lands within
Ecological Restoration Areas that are subject to an Environmental Impact Studyor other
appropriate study prior to development, redevelopment, or site alteration.
17.2REGULATIONS
17.2.1Flooding Hazard
a)Despiteanything else in this By-law, the following uses shall not be permitted to
locate within lands shown as affected by the Flooding Hazard Overlay:
i)aninstitutional usewhich shall includeahospital,elementaryschool,
secondary school,day care facility, small residential care facility,andlarge
residential care facility:
ii)anessential emergency servicesuch as that provided by fire, police, and
ambulance stations;and electrical substations;
iii)ausewith outdoor storageof any materials, either temporary or permanent;
or,
iv)ausewith the disposal, manufacturing, treatment, or storage of hazardous
chemicals and/or substances.
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b)Despite anything else in this By-law, within lands shown as affected by the
Flooding Hazard Overlay, prior to the development of any land, interference with
wetlands,or alterations to shorelines or watercourses in accordance with the
underlying zone, a permit shall be obtained from the Grand River Conservation
Authority, where required by said Authority, in accordance with the applicable
regulationapproved under the Conservation Authorities Act.
c)Despite anything else in this By-law, within lands shown as affected by the
Flooding Hazard Overlay, prior to newdevelopment, expansions, or alterations in
accordance with the underlying zone,floodproofing standardsand/or protection
works standards shall be implemented.
17.2.2Slope Erosion Hazard
a)Despiteanything else in this By-law, the following usesshall not be permitted to
locate within landsshown as affected by theSlope Erosion Hazard Overlay:
i)aninstitutional usewhich shall includeahospital,elementaryschool,
secondary school,day care facility, small residential care facility,andlarge
residential care facility:
ii)anessential emergency servicesuch as that provided by fire, police, and
ambulance stations;and electrical substations;
iii)ausewith outdoor storageof any materials, either temporary or permanent;
or,
iv)ausewith the disposal, manufacturing, treatment, or storage of hazardous
chemicals and/or substances.
b)Despite anything else in this By-law, within lands shown as affected by the Slope
Erosion Hazard Overlay, prior to development, redevelopment,or site alterationin
accordance with the underlying zone, the following must be demonstrated and
achieved:
i)the effects and risk to public safety are minor and can be mitigated in
accordance with the standards;
ii)development, redevelopment,orsite alterationis carried out in accordance
with Protection Works Standards, and access standards;
iii)vehicles and personshave a way of safely entering and exiting the area
during the times of erosion and other emergencies;
iv)new hazards are not created and existing hazards are not aggravated;
v)no adverse environmental impacts will result; and,
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vi)apermit shall be obtained from the Grand River Conservation Authority,
where required by said Authority, in accordance with the applicable
regulationapproved under the Conservation Authorities Act.
c)Despite anything else in this By-law, within lands shown as affected by the Slope
Erosion Hazard Overlay, prior to any development or site alterationassociated with
existinguseswithin the limits of a slope erosion hazard, it must be demonstrated
through a site-specific geotechnical or engineering assessment that:
i)there is no feasible alternative location outside of the slope erosion hazard;
ii)any proposed buildingor structureis located in the area of least risk;
iii)there is no impact on existing or future slope stability and bank stabilization
or erosion protection works are not required;
iv)access for maintenance or emergency purposes is not prevented; and,
v)where unavoidable, impacts on natural heritage features or ecological
functions are minimized,and appropriate mitigative and remedial
measures will adequately enhance or restore features and functions.
17.2.3Significant Wildlife Habitat and Significant Landforms
Despite anything else in this By-law,within lands shown as affected by the Significant
Wildlife Habitat and Significant Landforms overlay, any development, redevelopment, or
site alterationin accordance with the underlying zonewill be subject to an Environmental
Impact Studyor other appropriate study.
17.2.4Ecological Restoration Areas
Any development, redevelopment or site alterationin accordance with the underlying zone
will be subject to an Environmental Impact Studyor other appropriate study.
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Transition Provisions
18.1GENERAL TRANSITION MATTERS
Subject to Section 1.4 and except as provided in Sections 18.2and18.3, the provisions
of this By-law will otherwise apply.
18.2COMPLETEAPPLICATION TRANSITION MATTERS
a)For the purposes of this Section:
i)complete applicationmeans an application that contains sufficient
particulars and information to allow it to be processed and approved. An
application that is incomplete becomes a complete application on the date
that the required particulars and information are provided to the City.
ii)complied with the provisions of By-law Number 85-1means:
a.the land, building, or structurefully complies with the provisions of
By-LawNumber 85-1as it existed immediately before the effective
date of this By-law; or,
b.the land, building, or structurefully complies with aminor variance
from the provisions of By-law Number 85-1 which wasapprovedon
orafter January 1, 2017.
b)Despite Sections 1.7 and1.8, nothing in this By-law applies to prevent the issuance
of any buildingpermit where:
i)acomplete application for such buildingpermit was made on or before the
effective dateof this By-law and said complete applicationcomplied with
the provisionsofBy-law Number 85-1; or,
ii)acomplete application for such buildingpermit was made afterthe effective
date of this By-law andis in respect of alotto which Subsections c), d)or
e)apply andthe said complete application complied with the provisions of
By-law Number 85-1;
c)Despite Sections 1.7 and 1.8, nothing in the By-law applies to prevent the issuance
of any:
i)site plan control approval whereacomplete application for such site plan
control approval was made on or before the effective dateof this By-law
and the said complete application complied with the provisions of By-law
85-1.
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ii)approval ofaminormodification,as determined by the Director of Planning
or designate,to an approved site plan which was approved on or after
January 1, 2017where acomplete application for such modificationwas
made afterthe effective date of this By-law and the said complete
application complied with the provisions of By-law 85-1.
d)Despite Sections 1.7 and 1.8, nothing in the By-law applies to prevent the issuance
of the final approval of a plan of subdivision where draft approval for such plan of
subdivision was finally granted.
e)Despite Sections 1.7 and 1.8, nothing in the By-law applies to prevent the issuance
of the final approval of a plan of condominium where:
i)draft approvalfor such plan of condominium was finally granted; or,
ii)A complete application for plan of condominiumwas made afterthe
effective date of this By-lawandis in respect of alotto which Subsection
b)appliesandthe said complete application complied with the provisions
of By-law Number 85-1;
18.3TRANSITION SUNSET CLAUSE
Sections 18.1 to 18.3 are automatically repealed on the third anniversary of the effective
date of this By-law, and the provisions of Section 34(9) of the Planning Actshall thereafter
apply in respect of any buildings,structures, or usesestablished or erected pursuant to
any such complete application.
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Site Specific Provisions
19.1SITE SPECIFIC PROVISIONS
Site specific provisions modify other provisions of this By-law for specific lots. All other
provisions of this By-law shall continue to apply. In the event of a conflict between a site
specific provision and any other Section of this By-law, the site specific provision will
supersede only to the extent of the conflict.
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SECTION 19 Site Specific Provisions(73)
(73)Within the lands zoned NHC-1 and shown as affected by this provision on Zoning Grid
Schedule 144, 145, 215, 216, 243, 244, 259, 260, 279, 280, 281, 282, 286, 287, 288, 296, and
297 of Appendix A, a golf courseshall also be permitted and no building, except that which
primarily functions for maintenance or storage purposes, shall be located within 22 metres of a
property with a low-rise residential zone(73)Within the lands zoned NHC-1 and shown as
affected by this provision on Zoning GridSchedule 144, 145, 215, 216, 243, 244, 259, 260, 279,
280, 281, 282, 286, 287, 288, 296, and 297 of Appendix A, a golf courseshall also be permitted
and no building, except that which primarily functions for maintenance or storage purposes, shall
be located within 22 metres of a property zoned for a low density residential use.
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SECTION 19 Site Specific Provisions(80)
(80)Within the lands zoned OSR-2 and shown as affected by this provision on Zoning Grid
Schedule 15, 16, 37, 38, 144, 145, 172, 280, 243, 244, 259, 279, 281, 282, 286, 287 and 288 of
Appendix A, the following shall apply:
a)The following usesare also permitted:
i)Golf course
ii)Curling Rink or Arena (1)
iii)Swimming Facility (1)
iv)Tennis Facility (1)
b)No building, except that which primarily functions for maintenance or storage purposes,
shall be located within 22 metres of a property zoned for a low densityresidential use.
(1)Shall be subordinate to and located on the same premises as a golf course.
(80)Within the lands zoned OSR-2 and shown as affected by this provision on Zoning Grid
Schedule 15, 16, 37, 38, 144, 145, 172, 280, 243, 244, 259, 279, 281, 282, 286, 287 and 288 of
Appendix A, the following shall apply:
a)The following usesare also permitted:
a.Golf course
b.Curling Rink or Arena (1)
c.Swimming Facility (1)
d.Tennis Facility (1)
b)No building, except that which primarily functions for maintenance or storage
purposes, shall be located within 22 metres of a property with a low rise residential
zone.
(1) Shall be subordinate to and located on the same premises as a golf course.
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Appendix A Zoning Grid Schedules
Appendix AZoning Grid
Schedules
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Appendix B Grand River Conservation Authority Regulated Area
Appendix BGrand River
Conservation Authority
Regulated Area
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Appendix B
City of KitchenerGrand River Conservation Authority Regulated Area
GRCA Regulation Limits
Development, interference with wetlands, or alterations to shorelines or watercourses within the Grand
River Conservation Authority regulated areas will require a permit from the Grand River Conservation
Authority in accordance with the applicable regulation approved under the Conservation Authorities Act.
The actual regulated area may differ from the area shown, which is shown for illustrative purposes
and the regulated area, as determined by the Grand River Conservation Authority, shall prevail.
METRIC SCALE1:80,000
05001,0002,000
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Appendix C - Central Neighbourhoods
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05001,0002,000
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Appendix D
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05001,0002,000
Lands Identified in Appendix D 1 - 217
Meters
RES-7
RES-6
RES-5
RES-4
RES-3
RES-2
RES-1
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R-9
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R-8
ExistingExisting
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R-7
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R-6
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R-5
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R-4
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Permitted Uses Comparison - Residential Zones
R-3
DSD-19-233 Appendix G - comparison of RES and R zones
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R-2
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R-1
New Zoning By-law
Permitted Use in RES Zones
Single Detached DwellingAdditional Dwelling Unit, Attached Additional Dwelling Unit, Detached Semi-Detached DwellingTownhouse Dwelling, Street Townhouse Dwelling, ClusterMultiple DwellingLodging
HouseHospiceResidential Care Facility, SmallResidential Care Facility, LargeArtisan’s EstablishmentCommunity FacilityConvenience RetailDay Care FacilityFinancial EstablishmentHealth
OfficeHome OccupationOfficePersonal ServicesHome OccupationStudioDay Care Facility
Zoning By-law 85-1
Permitted Use in R Zones
Residential UsesSingle Detached DwellingDuplex DwellingCoach House Dwelling UnitSemi-Detached DwellingStreet Townhouse DwellingMultiple DwellingLodging HouseResidential Care FacilityNon-Residential
UsesN/AN/AConvenience RetailDay Care FacilityFinancial EstablishmentN/AHome BusinessOfficePersonal ServicesPrivate Home Day CareN/A
*Additional regulations on this use apply. Please see respective zoning bylaw for more detail.For convenience only.Please see Draft Zoning By-law (Residential) for a full description
of uses, definitions and regulations.
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RES-7RES-7
n
RES-6RES-6
22
33
(3a)(1a)
9.0m1.2m7.5m7.5m1.2m7.5m
12.8m11.0m12.0m11.0m
235m235m
RES-5RES-5
55%(4)55%(2)
4.5m(3)4.5m(1)
22
33
(3a)(1a)
9.0m1.2m7.5m7.5m1.2m7.5m
12.0m
12.8m11.0m11.0m
235m260m
RES-4RES-4
55%(4)55%(2)
4.5m(3)4.5m(1)
22
33
(3a)(1a)
9.3m
1.2m7.5m1.2m7.5m
12.0m
10.5m13.8m11.0m11.0m
288m235m
RES-3RES-3
55%(4)55%(2)
4.5m(3)4.5m(1)
ne
2
3
(3a)
1.2m7.5m
13.7m15.0m11.0m
411m
RES-2RES-2
55%(4)
4.5m(3)
3
(3a)
3.0m7.5m
11.0m
RES-1RES-1
55%(4)
6.0m(3)
24.0m(2)24.0m(2)
929m2(1)
R-9R-9
R-8R-8
22
R-7R-7
9.0m4.5m7.5m7.5m4.5m1.2m7.5m
55%*
55%*
1.2m*
15.0m10.5m12.5m10.5m
235m235m
22
R-6R-6
9.0m4.5m7.5m7.5m4.5m1.2m7.5m
55%*
55%*
1.2m*
15.0m10.5m12.5m10.5m
235m235m
22
R-5R-5
9.0m4.5m7.5m7.5m4.5m1.2m7.5m
55%*
55%*
1.2m*
15.0m10.5m12.5m10.5m
235m235m
22
R-4R-4
9.0m4.5m7.5m7.5m4.5m1.2m7.5m
55%*
55%*
1.2m*
15.0m10.5m12.5m10.5m
235m235m
Regulation Comparison - Residential Zones
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R-3R-3
DSD-19-233 Appendix G - comparison of RES and R zones
4.5m1.2m7.5m
55%*
13.7m15.0m10.5m
411m
2
R-2R-2
4.5m1.2m7.5m
55%*
24.0m24.0m10.5m
929m
R-1R-1
7.5m3.0m
55%*
0.4ha
30.0m30.0m10.0m10.5m
ne
lands identified in Appendix D, notwithstanding the minimum front yard required in any zone, the minimum front yard is the average front yard minus one metre. In all other cases the
minimum front yard shall be i
lands identified in Appendix D, notwithstanding the minimum front yard required in any
combined total of 55 percent for all buildings and structures on the lot. Accessory buildings or
he regulations within Table 7-3 shall not apply to existing buildings or structures.
combined total of 55 percent for all buildings and structures on the lot. Accessory buildings or structures, whether attached or detached, and additional dwelling units (detached) shall
not exceed 15 percent.
he minimum lot area shall be 0.4 hectares on lots without full municipal services.he minimum lot width shall be 30.0 metres on lots without full municipal services.otwithstanding the
forgoing, no part of any building used to accommodate off street parkinghe regulations within Table 7-2 shall not apply to existing buildings or structures
AT
one, the minimum front yard is the average front yard minus one metre.hall be located closer than 6.0 m to the street li
A
For
n all other cases, the minimum front yard shall be in accordance with this table.
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ceed 15 percent.
cordance with this table. Notwithstanding the forgoing, no part of any building used to accommodate off street parking shall be located closer than 6.0 m to the street li
tructures, whether attached or detached, and additional dwelling units (detached) shall not
3a) For lands identified on Appendix D, the maximum front yard shall be the average front yard
sex
Regulation Min Lot AreaMin Lot WidthMin Corner Lot WidthMin Front Yard Setback or Exterior Side Yard SetbackMin Front YardMin Interior Side Yard Setback Min Rear Yard SetbackMax Lot
CoverageMax Building HeightMax number of storeys(1)(2)(3)( plus one metre. In all other cases there is no maximum front yard.(4)(5)Regulation Min Lot AreaMin Lot WidthMin Corner
Lot WidthMin Front Yard Setback or Exterior Side Yard SetbackMin Interior Side Yard SetbackMin Front YardMin Rear Yard SetbackMax Lot CoverageMax Building HeightMax number of storeys1)ac(1a)
For lands identified on Appendix D, the maximum front yard shall be the average front yard plus one metre. In all other cases there is no maximum front yard.(2)(3)
Single Detached DwellingsSemi-Detached Dwelling Unit
*Additional regulations apply. Please see zoning bylaw 85-1 for more detail.Please see Draft Zoning By-law (Residential) for a full description of uses, definitions and regulations.
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RES-7RES-7
285
(5)
20%
3.0m4.5m4.5m
2.0(1)
19.0m25.0m
RES-6
525m2
0.6(1)(4)
RES-6(3)
2
336
(2)(5)
0.6
(1a)
20%
5.5m9.5m2.5m7.5m4.5m4.5m6.0m
19.0m11.0m
11.5m11.0m
148m
RES-5
525m2
55%(3)
4.5m(1)
RES-5(3)
2
3
(2)
(1a)
6.0m2.5m7.5m
10.0m12.0m11.0m
148m
RES-4RES-4
55%(3)
4.5m(1)
(1a)
RES-3RES-3
RES-2RES-2
RES-1RES-1
2
**
8m6m1.04.0
R-9R-9
20%
5.5m4.5m7.5m4.5m7.5m
15m*
15.0m
148m
2
**
8m0.62.0
R-8R-8
6m*
20%
5.5m4.5m7.5m4.5m7.5m
15m*
55%*
15.0m24.0m
148m
2
**
8m1.0
R-7R-7
6m*
20%
5.5m4.5m7.5m4.5m7.5m
55%*
12.5m10.5m15.0m24.0m
148m
2
**
8m0.6
R-6R-6
20%
5.5m4.5m7.5m4.5m2.5m7.5m
55%*
12.5m10.5m15.0m10.5m
148m
2
3
R-5R-5
20%
4.5m7.5m
1.2m*
15.0m10.5m
495m
R-4R-4
Regulation Comparison - Residential Zones
R-3R-3
DSD-19-233 Appendix G - comparison of RES and R zones
R-2R-2
R-1R-1
Regulation Min Lot AreaMin Lot Width (Internal Unit)Min Lot Width (External Unit)Min Corner Lot WidthMin Front Yard Setback or Exterior Side Yard SetbackMin Front YardMinimum Interior
Side Yard SetbackMin Rear Yard SetbackRear Yard AccessMax Lot CoverageMax Building HeightMax number of storeys1) For lands identified in Appendix D, notwithstanding the minimum front
yard required in any zone, the minimum front yard is the average front yard minus one metre. In all other cases the minimum front yard shall be in accordance with this table. Notwithstanding
the forgoing, no part of any building used to accommodate off street parking shall be located closer than 6.0 m to the street line (1a) For lands identified on Appendix D, the maximum
front yard shall be the average front yard plus one metre. In all other cases there is no maximum front yard.(2) Each dwelling unit shall have an unobstructed access at grade or ground
floor level, having a minimum width of 0.9 metres, from the front yard to the rear yard of the lot either by: a) direct access on the lot without passing through any portion of the
dwelling unit; or, b) direct access through the dwelling unit without passing through a living or family room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, or recreation room or any hallway
that is not separated by a door to any such room; or,c) access over adjacent lands which, if the lands are not owned by the City of Kitchener or the Regional Municipality of Waterloo,
is secured by a registered easement. (3) A combined total of 55 percent for all buildings and structures on the lot, of which the habitable portion of the principal dwelling shall not
exceed 45 percent and accessory buildings or structures, whether attached or detached, shall not exceed 15 percent.(4) The regulations within Table 7-4 shall not apply to existing buildings
or structuresRegulation Min Lot AreaMin Lot WidthMin Front Yard Setback or Exterior Side Yard SetbackMin Interior Side Yard SetbackMin Rear Yard SetbackMin Landscaped AreaMin Floor
Space RatioMax Floor Space RatioMin Number of Storeys Max Building HeightMax number of storeysMin number of dwelling unitsMax number of dwelling unitsPrivate Patio Area(1) Combined
total Floor Space Ratio of all uses on the lot. (2) For each dwelling unit located at ground floor level, an exclusive use patio area adjacent to the dwelling unit with direct access
to such dwelling unit shall be provided(3) The regulations within Table 7-5 shall not apply to existing buildings or structures.(4) Individual buildings will not be required to achieve
the minimum floor space ratio where there is an approved Urban Design Brief that includes a Master Site Plan that demonstrates the overall development can achieve the minimum floor
space ratio.
Street Townhouse Dwelling Units Cluster Townhouse Dwelling Units
*Additional regulations apply. Please see zoning bylaw 85-1 for more detail.Please see Draft Zoning By-law (Residential) for a full description of uses, definitions and regulations.
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(5)(3)
20%
2.0(3)4.0(3)
30.0m
3.0m(2)4.5m(2)7.5m(2)
RES-7(6)
600m2(4)
285
(3)
20%
0.6(3)2.0(3)
15.0m25.0m
3.0m(2)4.5m(2)7.5m(2)
RES-6(6)
600m2(4)
2
3
(3)
0.6
20%
4.5m3.0m7.5m
11.0m
495m
19.0m(1)
RES-5(6)
2
34
(3)
0.6
20%
4.5m3.0m7.5m
15.0m11.0m
495m
RES-4(6)
RES-3
RES-2
RES-1
**
6m1.04.0
R-9
20%
4.5m7.5m
15.0m
*
0.62.0
R-8
6m*
20%
4.5m7.5m
15.0m24.0m
*
1.0
R-7
6m*
20%24m
4.5m7.5m
15.0m
*
0.6
R-6
20%
4.5m2.5m7.5m
15.0m10.5m
2
3
R-5
20%
4.5m7.5m
1.2m*
15.0m10.5m
495m
R-4
Regulation Comparison - Residential Zones
R-3
DSD-19-233 Appendix G - comparison of RES and R zones
R-2
R-1
Regulation Min Lot AreaMin Lot WidthMin Front Yard Setback or Exterior Side Yard SetbackMin Interior Side Yard SetbackMin Rear Yard SetbackMin Landscaped AreaMin Floor Space RatioMax
Floor Space RatioMin Number of Storeys Max Building HeightMax number of storeysMin number of dwelling unitsMax number of dwelling unitsPrivate Patio AreaMax Gross Floor Area of Individual
Non-Residential Use(1) A multiple dwelling up to 4 dwelling units shall have a minimum lot width of 15.0m(1) A multiple dwelling up to 4 dwelling units shall have a minimum lot width
of 15.0m(2) Combined total Floor Space Ratio of all uses on the lot. (3) For multiple dwellings with 4 dwelling units or more, each dwelling unit located at ground floor level shall
have an exclusive use patio area adjacent to the dwelling unit with direct access to such dwelling unit.(4) The total gross floor area of all non-residential uses shall not exceed 25%
of the total gross floor area on a lot.(5) The maximum building height shall be 25 m within 15 m of a lot with a (RES-6) Medium Rise Residential Six Zone(6) The regulations within
Table 7-6 shall not apply to existing buildings or structures(7) Individual buildings will not be required to achieve the minimum floor space ratio where there is an approved Urban
Design Brief that includes a Master Site Plan that demonstrates the overall development can achieve the minimum floor space ratio.
Multiple Dwellings and Non-Residential Uses
*Additional regulations apply. Please see zoning bylaw 85-1 for more detail.Please see Draft Zoning By-law (Residential) for a full description of uses, definitions and regulations.
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RES-7
RES-6
RES-5
RES-4
RES-3
RES-2
RES-1
Shall be in accordance with the regulations of the RES Zone and dwelling type in which the lodging house, hospice, small residential care facility or large residential care facility
is located.
R-9
R-8
R-7
R-6
R-5
R-4
Regulation Comparison - Residential Zones
R-3
DSD-19-233 Appendix G - comparison of RES and R zones
R-2
R-1
In accordance with the regulations of the dwelling type in which such facility is located.*
Regulation Regulations
and Large Residential Care Facility
Lodging House, Hospice, Small Residential Care Facility
*Additional regulations apply. Please see zoning bylaw 85-1 for more detail.Please see Draft Zoning By-law (Residential) for a full description of uses, definitions and regulations.
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