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The online listing is updated as City Council passes new by-laws.
Disclaimer: By-laws contained in this section have been prepared for the purpose of convenience only and are not certified true copies. Where available, office consolidated versions, combining the original By-law and any amendments, are provided for ease of use. For accurate reference, consult copies of the official By-laws and documents in the Records Division of the Office of the City Clerk.
For by-laws and documents that are not available in an electronic format, email [email protected].
The by-laws include those enacted, amended and repealed by City Council, as well as those enacted, amended and repealed by the Ontario Municipal Board, Ontario Land Tribunal or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal. The City of Hamilton provides online access to reference copies of current by-laws dating from 2004 to the present.
There may be one or more subject categories assigned to each by-law depending on context. Selecting a specific category can narrow your search.
By-laws are the official rules that define how the City is governed
Documents
The land, owned by and located in the City of Hamilton, described as Block 186 on Plan 62M-992, is established as a public highway, forming part of Provident Way.
Impact
Ward: 11
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Land Designation
The land, owned by and located in the City of Hamilton, described as Block 189 on Plan 62M-992, is established as a public highway, forming part of Rosebury Way.
Impact
Ward: 11
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Land Designation
The land, owned by and located in the City of Hamilton, described as Parts 1, 4, 7, and 10, on Plan 62R-21280 are established as a public highway, forming part of Skinner Road.
Impact
Ward: 9
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Land Designation
Imposing fees or charges for services or activities provided or done by or on behalf of the municipality and for the use of the municipality’s property, including property under its control.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Utilities
Rates & Fees
“Laguna Village”, municipally known as 315 Dalgleish Trail, Glanbrook. PLC-19-035
Impact
Ward: 11
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Part Lot Control
Municipally known as “Binbrook Heights Addition – Phase 1” (Parts 7 and 8 of Registered Plan 62R-20437), municipally known as 6, 10 and 14 Daw Avenue. PLC-20-009
Impact
Ward: 11
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Part Lot Control
To prohibit the operation of all Commercial E-Scooters in Hamilton until a Commercial EScooter operator has been selected by the City’s procurement process and rules have been implemented regarding the provision and use of Commercial E-Scooters
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
For each municipal capital facility agreement entered into by the City, Council must pass a by-law authorizing it to enter into a municipal capital facility agreement for the provision of a municipal capital facility.
Impact
Ward: 8
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Legal
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its meeting held on December 16, 2020.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Confirming
As amended, and Implement the 2021 Fees and Charges.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Repealed
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Waterworks