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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The by-laws include those enacted, amended and repealed by City Council, as well as those enacted, amended and repealed by the Ontario Municipal Board, Ontario Land Tribunal or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.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 9 - No Right on Red
- Schedule 13 - Designated Traffic Lanes
Impact
Ward: 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 14
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
- Schedule 2 - Speed Limits
- Schedule 3 - Flashing School Zones - Reduced Speed Limit
Impact
Ward: 2, 4, 5, 12,
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
- Amended to reflect the hours for Borer's Falls Leash Free Park
Impact
Ward: 13
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Responsible Animal Ownership
That the following land is hereby established and laid out as a public highway to form part of Bellagio Avenue. Block 123 on Plan 62M-1181.
Impact
Ward: 9
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Land Designation
- Schedule 5 - Parking Meters
- Schedule 6 - Time Limit Parking
- Schedule 8 - No Parking Zones
- Schedule 9 - Alternate Side Parking
- Schedule 12 - Permit Parking Zones
- Schedule 14 - Wheelchair Loading Zones
Impact
Ward: 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 12, 15
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Parking
Respecting Lands Located at 98 James Street South (Hamilton)
Impact
Ward: 2
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
As amended, and Implement the 2015 Fees and Charges.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Rates & Fees
Utilities
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its special meeting held on January 14, 2015.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Confirming
Attachment 1 - To amend the Urban Official Plan, Adopt proposed Official Plan Amendment No. 11
Impact
Ward: 1
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
Ontario Municipal Board Decision
Categories
Official Plan - Urban
Attachment 2 - Respecting Lands Located at the northeast corner of King Street West and Dundurn Street North (41, 45, 47, 48, 51 Head Street and 22 and 24 Dundurn Street South)
Impact
Ward: 1
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
Ontario Municipal Board Decision
Categories
Zoning - Former City of Hamilton (6593)