A Comprehensive Zoning By-law is used to regulate the use of land. It sets the land uses allowed in each area of the City, defines parking and landscaped areas, and controls building location, size and height.
Use the City's Interactive Zoning Map to search for individual properties and identify their zoning designation.
Zoning
What other types of Zoning By-laws are there?
Zoning By-law Amendment
If a new use or development is proposed that does not comply with the existing By-law, an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment will be required. A Rezoning or Zoning Amendment can only be considered if the new use is permitted within the Official Plan.
Before submitting your application, it is required that you consult with staff to discuss the merits of your proposal and identify required supporting documentation. You must complete an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment. [PDF/0.9MB] Please be sure to include all applicable fees [PDF/791KB] in your application.
Current Applications
Information on Zoning By-law Amendment applications that are currently underway can be found on our Current Applications Page.