By-laws & Enforcement
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The online listing is updated as City Council passes new by-laws.
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The by-laws include those enacted, amended and repealed by City Council, as well as those enacted, amended and repealed by the Ontario Municipal Board, Ontario Land Tribunal or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.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
To adopt a community improvement plan for the Revitalizing Hamilton’s Commercial Districts Community Improvement Project Area.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Planning
To delegate authority to the General Manager, Planning and Economic Development for certain grants and loans under the Revitalizing Hamilton’s Commercial Districts Community Improvement Plan and Ontario Heritage Act.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Heritage
Appointments & Delegations
Municipally known as
- 67, 69, 71, 73 to 111 Pinot Crescent, and
- 141, 143, 145, 147, 149, 151, 153, 155, 157, 159, 161, 163, 165, 167, 169, 171, 173, 175 and 177 Sonoma Lane, Stoney Creek.
PLC-21-007
Impact
Ward: 10
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Part Lot Control
As amended, respecting lands in the former Town of Dundas, generally in the area bounded by Patterson road to the north, Cootes Paradise to the south, Highway No. 6 to the east, and Valley Road/York road to the west (Pleasant View).
Impact
Ward: 13
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Planning
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its meeting held on September 29, 2021.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Confirming
To designate Community Safety Zones in Hamilton
- Schedule 34 (Community Safety Zones)
Impact
City Wide
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
Respecting Lands Located at 2411 Upper James Street, Glanbrook. ZAH-21-019
Impact
Ward: 11
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
Respecting Lands Located at 323 Rymal Road East, Hamilton. ZAH-21-010
Impact
Ward: 7
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
Respecting Lands Located at 370 Concession Road, Hamilton. ZAH-21-022
Impact
Ward: 7
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
To Amend By-law No. 07-170, a By-law to License and Regulate Various Businesses
Impact
Ward: 1, 8, 14
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Permits & Licensing