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ZONING BY-LAW

The Comprehensive Zoning By-Law is a legally enforceable document that regulates the development of all lands within the Town of Perth. It was passed by Council as By-Law #3358 in October 2000 and came into effect without an appeal. The Zoning map or Schedule “A” to the By-Law assigns different zones to various areas throughout the Town based on the type and form of development to be permitted in each area. For each zone category the By-Law specifies uses permitted (e.g. residential or commercial) and creates specific regulations for the size, location and height of buildings and structures on individual lots and for the minimum lot size for different types of uses. In addition, the General provisions in Part 4 of By-Law #3358 establish regulations applicable in more than one zone, and addresses such issues as parking requirements, parking lot design standards, fencing regulations and separation requirements to maintain minimum distances between different types of land use. 

To change the uses permitted on a property or to make significant changes to the requirements limiting size or location of buildings requires an application for a zoning amendment. Minor variations to zoning requirements may be considered under an application to the Town’s Committee of Adjustment. The Planning Act establishes the requirements for both processes including mandatory public notification procedures.

The Zoning information provided on this website, including zoning map and the text of Zoning By-Law #3358, are provided for general information purposes only. In the event of a dispute, the final determination of the zoning applicable to an individual lot will be based on the original zoning By-Law and schedule and any amendments to the By-Law. Original documents can be viewed by contacting the Town’s Planning Department. It is recommended that people with zoning or development inquiries call the Department in advance to ensure staff and the necessary information will be available. 613-267-3311 ext 2232 or 2235

 
Click here to view the live map Zoning Schedule.

Zoning By-law 3358
Section 1: Administration, Section 2: Conformity Requirements
Section 3: Definitions A through I
Section 3: Definitions I through Z
Section 4: General Provisions
Section 5: Zones
Sections 6, 7, 8, 9: Residential Zones
Sections 10, 11, 12, 13, 13a, 13b: Commercial Zones
Sections 14 & 15: Industrial Zones
Sections 16, 17, 18, 19: WMF, I, OS, EP Zones
Section 20: Exceptions to Zones

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