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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The by-laws include those enacted, amended and repealed by City Council, as well as those enacted, amended and repealed by the Ontario Municipal Board, Ontario Land Tribunal or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.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 521 Barton Street.
Impact
Ward: 10
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its special meeting held on January 20,2004.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Confirming
To provide for the appointment of a Chief Building Official, and of Deputy Chief Building Officials to assist in carrying out the duties of the Chief Building Official.
Repealed by By-law No. 05-113 May 11, 2005
Impact
City Wide
Type
Repealed
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Building
Appointments & Delegations
As amended by Zoning By-law No. 97-192, Respecting Lands Located at 120 Ferrie Street East.
Impact
Ward: 2
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
To prescribe a Tariff of Fees for the processing of applications made in respect of planning matters.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Rates & Fees
Planning
Establishes part-lot control on land within registered plans of a subdivision.
Impact
Ward: 14
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Part Lot Control
To Confirm the Proceedings of City Council at its meeting held on January 14, 2004
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Council Confirming
Respecting Lands Located at 20 Victoria Avenue
Impact
Ward: 10
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
As amended, Respecting Lands located at 4000 Creekside Drive (Dundas)
Impact
Ward: 13
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
Respecting Lands located at 518 Glover Road.
Impact
Ward: 10
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Zoning
- Schedule 6 - Time Limit Parking
- Schedule 8 - No Parking Zones
- Schedule 10 - Alternate Side Parking
- Schedule 12 - Permit Parking Zones
- Schedule 13 - No Stopping Zones
- Schedule 14 - Wheelchair Loading Zones
- Schedule 15 - Commercial Vehicle Loading Zones
- Schedule 16 - Taxi Zones
- Schedule 17 - Public Taxi Zones
- Schedule 19 - Airport Bus and Limousine Loading Zone
- Schedule 20 - School Bus Loading Zones
Impact
Ward: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Parking
As Amended, and Implement the 2004 Water Fees and Charges.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Repealed
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Waterworks
Schedule 6 - One Way Streets
Impact
Ward: 2
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
Schedule 5 - Stop Signs
Impact
Ward: 3
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
Schedule 5 - Stop Signs
Impact
Ward: 8
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
For the sale of City of Hamilton souvenirs and mementoes from City Hall and other Municipal Service Centres.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Frequently Requested
Schedule 5 - Stop Signs
Impact
Ward: 1
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
Schedule 5 - Stop Signs
Impact
Ward: 8
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic
That every occupant or owner shall, within 24 hours of the cessation of a Winter Storm Event, or within 24 hours of the cessation of a series of Consecutive winter storm events, remove and clear all snow and ice from the property.
By-law 88-152-S (Flamborough), By-law 86-77 (Hamilton) Section 7, By-law 4114-93 (Dundas), By-law 434-90 (Glanbrook), By-law 4477-96 (Stoney Creek), and By-law R77-109 (Regional Roads By-law) Section 7 is repealed.
Impact
City Wide
Type
Individual
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Home & Property
Streets
Schedule 5 - Stop Signs
Impact
Ward: 14
Type
Amendment
Date Passed
Issued by
City Council
Categories
Traffic