By-laws & Enforcement
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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The by-laws include those enacted, amended and repealed by City Council, as well as those enacted, amended and repealed by the Ontario Municipal Board, Ontario Land Tribunal or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.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 8 (No Parking Zones)
- Schedule 12 (Permit Parking Zones)
- Schedule 13 (No Stopping Zones)
Impact
Ward: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Parking
Establishes part-lot control on land within registered plans of subdivision. PLC-17-003
Impact
Ward: 9
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Part Lot Control
By repealing said By-law on Lands Located at 1215, 1217, 1219, 1221, 1227, 1229, 1231, 1235 and 1239 Barton Street (Stoney Creek). CI-17-D
Impact
Ward: 11
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
The C2 Zone permits commercial uses intended to serve residents within the surrounding neighbourhood, as well as residential uses. This Zone is found primarily along collector or arterial roads, with the built form ranging from small scale one-storey commercial plazas to the clustering of commercial buildings under 2,000 square metres built close to the street. The scale, height, and bulk, are compatible with the surrounding residential neighbourhood.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Consolidation
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning 05-200 City of Hamilton
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its meeting held on October 25, 2017.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Confirming
- Schedule 5 - Stop Control
Impact
Ward: 2, 6, 7, 10, 13
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
- Schedule 6 - Time Limit Parking
- Schedule 8 - No Parking Zones
- Schedule 12 - Permit Parking Zones
- Schedule 15 - Commercial Vehicle Loading Zones
Impact
Ward: 2, 3, 6, 7, 12
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Parking
- Section 9(b)
- Section 10 - Hess Village Entertainment District
- Section 11 (a) and (b)
Impact
Ward: 2
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Business
Permits & Licensing
Respecting 820 Rymal Road East.
Impact
Ward: 6
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Official Plan - Urban
Respecting Lands Located at 820 Rymal Road East (Hamilton). ZAR-15-063/ OPA-17-013
Impact
Ward: 6
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning - Former City of Hamilton (6593)