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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.
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The by-laws include those enacted, amended and repealed by City Council, as well as those enacted, amended and repealed by the Ontario Municipal Board, Ontario Land Tribunal or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.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.
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By-laws are the official rules that define how the City is governed
Documents
The Province has declared a state of emergency pursuant to s. 7.0.1 the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act and ordered a number of establishments to close immediately, including indoor recreation programs, libraries, schools, childcare centres, bars and restaurants, theatres and concert venues and has prohibited all organized public events of over 50 people.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Public Safety
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its special meeting held on March 20, 2020.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Confirming
To allow for Electronic Participation During an Emergency.
Repealed by By-law No. 21-021 February 24, 2021
Impact
City Wide
Type
Repealed
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Procedure
Amended by adding to s. 2 and s. 3.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Taxation
To impose fees or charges on any class of persons for various services or activities and for use of its property.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Rates & Fees
LPAT Schedule 1 - Urban Hamilton Official Plan Amendment No. 85
LPAT Case No. PL161115
LPAT File No. PL161115
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Decision
Categories
Official Plan - Urban
LPAT Schedule 2 - To Amend Zoning By-law No. 3692-92 (Stoney Creek), Respecting Lands located at 165 Upper Centennial Parkway (Stoney Creek)
LPAT Case No. PL161115
LPAT File No. PL161116
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Decision
Categories
Zoning
LPAT Schedule 5 - Urban Hamilton Official Plan Amendment No. 87
LPAT Case No. PL161118
LPAT File No. PL161118
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Decision
Categories
Official Plan - Urban
LPAT Schedule 6 - To Amend Zoning By-law No. 3692-92 (Stoney Creek), Respecting Lands located at 198 First Road West (Stoney Creek).
LPAT Case No. PL161118
LPAT File No. PL161119
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Decision
Categories
Zoning
LPAT Schedule 7 - To Amend Zoning By-law No. 05-200, Respecting Lands located at 198 First Road West and 165 Upper Centennial Parkway, Stoney Creek.
LPAT Case No. PL161118
LPAT File No. PL161120
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Decision
Categories
Zoning
Zoning 05-200 City of Hamilton