Zoning Bylaw Amendment - November 2024
Zoning Bylaw Amending Bylaw No. 744, 2024
This Zoning Bylaw amendment has been written to address the themes listed below. Please follow the links provided for summarized information for more specific information on each item. Note that everything we propose is subject to Council’s approval, and any changes we describe are not yet in effect. Please find the draft bylaw link below.
- Clarity and Consistency: The amendments aim to clarify and standardize the zoning rules, ensuring that similar uses are regulated in the same way.
- Increased Housing Density: The changes support the development of more housing units, including accessory dwellings and secondary suites, to address housing needs.
- Business Opportunities: The amendments encourage business growth by making it easier to run home-based businesses and allowing for more commercial uses in certain zones.
- Improved Livability: The bylaw changes are designed to enhance the overall quality of life in the village by regulating land use more effectively and ensuring that developments contribute positively to the community.
- Flexibility in Regulations: The amendments provide flexibility in building and land use regulations, such as allowing for projections into setback areas and offering options for parking requirements.
- Short-Term Rentals: The bylaw includes specific rules for short-term rentals to ensure they are managed to balance the needs of residents and visitors.
- Site-Specific Zoning Amendments: Two site-specific zoning amendment applications will be addressed in this Zoning Bylaw amendment.