- Use the Search By-laws tool and enter a keyword (e.g. Fence) or a by-law number (e.g. 22-001).
- Narrow your search results by using the Category and Sort By filter options.
- Browse the search results. To view a PDF version, click on the by-law number and title of your choice.
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The by-laws include those enacted, amended and repealed by City Council, as well as those enacted, amended and repealed by the Ontario Municipal Board, Ontario Land Tribunal or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.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
Respecting Lands Located at 222, 226 and 228 Barton Street East and 255, 257, 261, 263 and 265 Wellington Street North, Hamilton. ZAC-20-013/ UHOPA-20-08
Respecting 222, 226 and 228 Barton Street East and 255, 257, 261, 263 and 265 Wellington Street North, Hamilton.
Amendments address the discharge of fireworks and to address other housekeeping matters. Repeals By-law No. 07-025
As represented by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for the Province of Ontario to Receive Funding Under the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative and the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative.
The land, owned by and located in the City of Hamilton, described as Block 6 on Plan 62M-998, is established as a public highway, forming part of Genoa Drive.
- Schedule 1 (Arterial Routes)
- Schedule 2 (Through Highways)
- Schedule 8 (No Parking Zones)
- Schedule 9 (Alternate Side Parking)
- Schedule 12 (Permit Parking Zones)
- Schedule 13 (No Stopping Zones)
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its meeting held on April 13, 2022.
Respecting Lands known as Green Millan Shores Estates (Frances Avenue, Southshore Crescent, Lakefront Drive, Waterview Drive, Lakewalk Drive), Stoney Creek. CI 22-C
As amended by By-law No. 21-249, Respecting Lands Located at 311 and 313 Stone Church Road East. CI 22-C
Respecting Lands Located at 105 Braeheid Avenue, Flamborough. CI 22-C
Respecting Modifications to the Existing Residential “ER” Zone in the former Town of Ancaster Zoning By-law. CI 22-C
Respecting Modifications and Updates to the Administration, Definitions, General Provisions, Parking, Commercial and Mixed Use Zones, Industrial Zones, Rural Zones, Zoning Maps, Special Exceptions, Holding Provisions, and Special Figures. CI 22-C
Respecting Housekeeping Amendments
Respecting Housekeeping Amendments
Respecting Commercial Entertainment and Recreation on Outdoor Commercial Patios in the former City of Stoney Creek. CI 22-D
Respecting Commercial Entertainment and Recreation on Outdoor Commercial Patios in the Former City of Hamilton. CI 22-D
Respecting Commercial Entertainment and Recreation on Outdoor Commercial Patios in the former Town of Glanbrook. CI 22-D
Respecting Commercial Entertainment and Recreation on Outdoor Commercial Patios in the former Town of Flamborough. CI 22-D
Respecting Commercial Entertainment and Recreation on Outdoor Commercial Patios in the former Town of Dundas. CI 22-D
Respecting Commercial Entertainment and Recreation on Outdoor Commercial Patios in the former Town of Ancaster. CI 22-D