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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The by-laws include those enacted, amended and repealed by City Council, as well as those enacted, amended and repealed by the Ontario Municipal Board, Ontario Land Tribunal or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.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
Respecting Lands Located east of Royal Windsor Drive, and south of Pumpkin Pass, known municipally as 8 Country Fair Way, Glanbrook.
Impact
Ward: 11
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Official Plan - Urban
Respecting Lands Located at 8 Country Fair Way, Glanbrook.
Impact
Ward: 11
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
Respecting Lands Located at 2674 Upper James Street, Glanbrook.
Impact
Ward: 11
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
- Schedule 6 - Time Limit Parking
- Schedule 8 - No Parking Zones
- Schedule 12 - Permit Parking Zones
- Schedule 14 - Wheelchair Loading Zones
Impact
Ward: 1, 3, 4, 12, 14
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Parking
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its special meeting held on February 10, 2012
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Confirming
To regulate or prohibit with respect to the being at large of animals, the by-law may provide for the seizure and impounding of animals being at large and the sale of impounded animals. The Responsible Animal Ownership By-law is for the health and safety of residents, property protections, and prevention of public issues.
Office Consolidation as of June, 2022
Impact
City Wide
Type
Consolidation
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Animals & Wildlife
Responsible Animal Ownership
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its meeting held on February 8, 2012
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Confirming
- Schedule 2 - Speed Limits
- Schedule 5 - Stop Control
- Schedule 13 - Designated Traffic Lanes
Impact
Ward: 3, 9
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
- Schedule 8 - No Parking Zones
- Schedule 12 - Permit Parking Zones
- Schedule 13 - No Stopping Zones
- Schedule 14 - Wheelchair Loading Zones
- Schedule 20 - School Bus Loading Zones
Impact
Ward: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Parking
Respecting Part of Lots 12 and 13, Concession 3 (East Flamborough) (southeast corner of Highway No. 6 and Highway No. 5)
Impact
Ward: 15
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Official Plan - Urban