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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.
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The by-laws include those enacted, amended and repealed by City Council, as well as those enacted, amended and repealed by the Ontario Municipal Board, Ontario Land Tribunal or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.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
- Schedule 2 (Speed Limits)
- Schedule 3 (Flashing School Zones – Reduced Speed Limit)
Impact
Ward: 11, 15
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
- Schedule 6 (Time Limit Parking Zones)
- Schedule 8 (No Parking Zones)
- Schedule 10 (Alternate Side Parking Zones – April-November)
- Schedule 12 (Permit Parking Zones)
- Schedule 14 (Wheelchair Loading Zones)
Impact
Ward: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 12
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Parking
- Schedule 4 (Special Event Parking Zones)
Impact
Ward: 12
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Parking
To regulate and govern the training of persons by a Driving School Instructor in designated restricted areas.
Impact
Ward: 4, 5
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
Public Safety
Between the City of Hamilton and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario to Receive Funding Under the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Legal
Finance
- Schedule 5 (Stop Control)
Impact
Ward: 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 12
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
- Schedule 5 (Stop Control)
Impact
Ward: 2
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
For additional setback requirements for Warehouses in Duff’s Corner, Ancaster. CI-18-J
Not Final and Binding
Impact
Ward: 12
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
LPAT Exhibit 4 Attachment 1 - Respecting 1117 Garner Road East (Former Town of Ancaster)
LPAT Case No. PL161240
LPAT File No. PL161240
The Tribunal orders that the appeal is allowed in part and that:
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The OPA and the ZBA proposed by the Appellant and contained in Exhibit 4 are approved.
Impact
Ward: 12
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Decision
Categories
Official Plan - Urban
Exhibit 4, Attachment 2 - Respecting Lands Located at 1117 Garner Road East (Ancaster)
LPAT Case No. PL161240
LPAT File No. PL161241
The Tribunal orders that the appeal is allowed in part and that:
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The OPA and the ZBA proposed by the Appellant and contained in Exhibit 4 are approved.
Impact
Ward: 12
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Decision
Categories
Zoning