Frequently Requested By-laws

By-law 7398/89/25 establishes the City's Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) for non-parking by-law violations. It outlines how penalties are issued for violations of designated City by-laws, including noise, property standards, lot maintenance and fireworks. It also establishes procedures for reviewing and appealing penalties, payment requirements and additional fees.

By-law 6082/48/14 establishes the City's Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) for parking violations. It outlines how penalties are issued for violations involving parking, stopping and standing vehicles on City roads and in designated parking areas. It also establishes procedures for reviewing and appealing penalties, payment requirements and consequences for unpaid penalties.

By-law 7008/46/22 regulates boulevard maintenance and snow and ice removal in Port Colborne. It outlines property owner responsibilities for maintaining boulevards, keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice, preventing obstructions and removing hazardous snow and ice from building roofs. The by-law also establishes enforcement measures and penalties for non-compliance.

By-law 4949/5/07 regulates the ownership and control of cats in Port Colborne. It requires owners to prevent their cats from running at large and addresses responsibilities for animal waste and nuisance behaviour. The by-law also includes provisions for enforcement and the handling of cats found at large.

By-law 5840/94/12 establishes rules for the management and operation of municipal cemeteries in Port Colborne, including Overholt Cemetery. It outlines requirements for burial rights, interments, monuments, markers, cemetery maintenance and permitted activities. The by-law helps ensure municipal cemeteries are respectfully maintained and managed.

The Comprehensive Zoning By-law regulates how land, buildings and structures can be used throughout the City of Port Colborne. It establishes zoning requirements for residential, commercial, industrial and other properties, including permitted uses, building heights, setbacks, lot coverage and parking. The by-law also includes zoning maps and schedules that identify land use zones across the City.

Development Charges By-law 7278/100/24 establishes development charges for new residential and non-residential development in Port Colborne. These charges help fund infrastructure and municipal services needed to support growth, including roads, water, wastewater, fire protection, parks, recreation and libraries. The by-law outlines applicable fees, exemptions, reductions and payment requirements.

By-law 7026/63/22 regulates the discharge of firearms, air guns, crossbows and other bows in Port Colborne. It establishes restrictions on where and under what circumstances these weapons may be discharged, along with applicable exemptions. The by-law helps protect public safety and includes enforcement provisions and penalties for violations.

By-law 1117/64/81 establishes the City's policy and procedures for constructing entrances and driveways connecting to municipal roads. It outlines requirements for constructing these entrances to help ensure safe access to properties and protect municipal roads and infrastructure.

The Election Sign By-law regulates the placement, size, display and removal of election signs during municipal, provincial and federal elections in Port Colborne. It establishes rules for signs on private property, restrictions near roads and voting locations, and timelines for installation and removal. The by-law also outlines property owner consent requirements and enforcement measures for signs that do not comply with municipal regulations.

By-law 6665/29/19 regulates encroachments on municipal property in Port Colborne, including road allowances and other City-owned lands. It establishes requirements for obtaining municipal consent before placing structures, fences, landscaping or other objects on City property. The by-law also outlines conditions for approved encroachments and procedures for addressing unauthorized use of municipal land.

By-law 5510/107/10 regulates the construction, placement and maintenance of fences in Port Colborne. It establishes requirements for fence heights, locations, materials and safety, including restrictions that help maintain visibility near roads and intersections. The by-law also outlines enforcement measures and provisions for addressing fences that do not comply with municipal regulations. A building permit is not required to erect a fence in the City of Port Colborne.

The Fire Route By-law designates certain private roadways and access areas as fire routes to ensure emergency vehicles can safely reach buildings and properties. It establishes requirements for fire route signage, maintenance and parking restrictions. Property owners are responsible for keeping designated routes in good repair and clear of snow, ice and other obstructions. The by-law also provides for enforcement and the removal of vehicles parked in designated fire routes.

By-law 6613/68/18 regulates the sale and use of fireworks in Port Colborne. It establishes restrictions on when and where fireworks may be sold or discharged, along with permit requirements and safety conditions. The by-law helps protect public safety, reduce disturbances and ensure fireworks are used responsibly. It also outlines enforcement measures and penalties for violations.

The Fouling of Roads By-law prohibits activities that obstruct, damage or deposit materials on City roads in Port Colborne. This includes mud, soil, gravel, debris, snow and other substances that may create unsafe conditions or interfere with road use. The by-law establishes responsibilities for preventing and addressing these conditions and provides enforcement measures for violations. These regulations help protect City infrastructure and maintain safe roadways.