Urban Exceptions

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The provisions of this by-law have been modified for the lands to which the exceptions described in Table 239 have been applied, and are shown on the Zoning Maps by the applicable exception number indicated in square brackets “[x]” in the zone code. The term “multiple” utilized in Column II below indicates an exception that has been applied to several locations. (By-law 2009-302)

As indicated in Section 19, where an exception applies, the provisions imposed by that exception prevail over any other provision in the zoning by-law.

  1. Where an exception applies to a zone where an oversize dwelling unit is permitted by virtue of a detached dwelling being permitted, and where that exception has the effect of applying a standard or restriction to dwelling units or on the basis of the number of dwelling units, the detached dwelling containing an oversize dwelling unit is counted as a dwelling unit for the purposes of that standard or restriction. (By-law 2018-206)

Exceptions 2801 - 2820

I Exception number II Applicable zones III Exception Provisions - Additional land uses permitted IV Exception Provisions - Land uses prohibited V Exception Provisions - Provisions
2801 (By-law 2022-282) R5B[2801] S462-h
  • Convenience store
  • Retail Store
  • Personal service business
  • Restaurant
 
 
  • Maximum permitted building heights, minimum setbacks and minimum stepbacks are as per S462  
  • Minimum amount of landscape area is 13.5% of the lot area.  
  • Minimum aisle width: 6.0 metres  
  • Minimum parallel parking space length for small cars only: 6.0 m  
  • Convenience store, restaurant, personal service business, and retail are permitted on the ground floor only and second storey mezzanine open to the ground floor, limited to cumulative total gross floor area of 120 m2.  
  • Despite Table 111A(a)-(c), the minimum number of bicycle spaces required is 1.0 per dwelling unit or rooming unit.
  • A single occupancy washroom and indoor roof top amenity area are permitted to project above the maximum height limit shown on Schedule 462 provided the combined area does not exceed 200 m2 with a maximum height of 5 metres and incorporated into the Mechanical Penthouse level.
 
  • Maximum building heights of Schedule 462 do not apply to permitted projections under Section 65. Projections are permitted in accordance with Section 65.
 
  • The holding symbol may not be lifted until the following is satisfied:  
  1. A Site Plan application has been approved, including registration of an agreement pursuant to Section 41 of the Planning Act, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development, satisfying the following through conditions or approved plans:
Burying hydro infrastructure along the east side of O’Connor Street between Nepean Street and Lisgar Street; Approved plans showing the at-grade recessed floors
 
  • Maximum permitted building heights, minimum setbacks and minimum stepbacks are as per S462  
  • Minimum amount of landscape area is 13.5% of the lot area.  
  • -Minimum aisle width: 6.0 metres  
  • Minimum parallel parking space length for small cars only: 6.0 m  
  • Convenience store, restaurant, personal service business, and retail are permitted on the ground floor only and second storey mezzanine open to the ground floor, limited to cumulative total gross floor area of 120 m2.  
  • Despite Table 111A(a)-(c), the minimum number of bicycle spaces required is 1.0 per dwelling unit or rooming unit.
  • A single occupancy washroom and indoor roof top amenity area are permitted to project above the maximum height limit shown on Schedule 462 provided the combined area does not exceed 200 m2 with a maximum height of 5 metres and incorporated into the Mechanical Penthouse level.
 
  • Maximum building heights of Schedule 462 do not apply to permitted projections under Section 65. Projections are permitted in accordance with Section 65.
 
  • The holding symbol may not be lifted until the following is satisfied:  
  1. A Site Plan application has been approved, including registration of an agreement pursuant to Section 41 of the Planning Act, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development, satisfying the following through conditions or approved plans:
  • Burying hydro infrastructure along the east side of O’Connor Street between Nepean Street and Lisgar Street;
  • Approved plans showing the at-grade recessed floors generally providing a minimum 2.0 metres setback along Nepean Street and O’Connor Street at grade and minimum cantilevered height of at least 7.0 metres along O’Connor Street; and,
  • Provisions for an affordable housing agreement providing 25 affordable units as follows:
  1. 10 two-bedroom or larger units;
  2. 15 one-bedroom or larger units;
  3. A minimum affordability period of 20 years; and
  4. Maximum rent that does not exceed the average market rent as reported by CMHC in their Annual Market Survey for the Ottawa Census Metropolitan Area for units of the same type and size by bedroom count
 
2802 (By-law 2022-283) R3V[2802]    
  • Minimum front yard setback: 5m
2803 (By-law 2022-283) R4S[2803]    
  • Minimum Parking for low-rise apartment units: 1 space per unit
  • Egress stairs and walkway are permitted within a landscaped area.
  • Parking is permitted in a provided front yard.
2804 (By-law 2022-286) AM1[2804] H(25)    
  • Section 185(7) does not apply
2805 (By-law 2022-287) IL[2805]    
  • maximum parking space width for service vehicle parking: 4.57m
2806 (By-law 2022-289) TM[2806] H(29)    
  • a. Maximum front yard setback: 2.2 m
  • b. Roof top amenity area which projects above the maximum permitted height limit:
  • i. may not exceed 4 m in height
  • ii. has a maximum gross floor area of 75 m2
2807 (Subject to By-law 2022-291) (Appeal(s) Received) R4UD[2807]    
  • An apartment dwelling, mid-rise, existing as of August 31, 2022, is permitted to expand, and any additions to the existing structure are subject to the performance standards of an apartment dwelling, low-rise in the R4UD zone.
  • Where there is an addition as provided above, the following shall apply to the lot and the said structure:
    1. Despite Section 101 and 102, vehicle parking spaces are not required.
    2. Minimum rear yard area required: 180 m2
    3. Minimum rear yard setback: 6.40 m
    4. Minimum setback for an accessory structure from a side lot line abutting a street along Sweetland Avenue: 0.6 m.
    5. Despite Section 143, the garbage storage area must be located within the principal building.
2808 (Subject to By-law 2022-293) (Appeal(s) Received) R5B[2808] F(3.0)
  • Personal service business, limited to a barber shop, beauty parlour, or dry cleaner’s distribution station
  • Place of assembly, limited to a club
  • Retail store, limited to a drug store, florist shop, news stand
  • Restaurant
 
  • Additional permitted uses other than place of assembly limited to a club are restricted to the ground floor or basement of residential use building.
  • The following provisions apply to a parking lot to be used by the office building that exists as of August 31, 2022 at 190 O’Connor Street:
    1. A parking lot of at least 30 parking spaces is permitted only to serve as parking for the existing office;
    2. A loading area is not required;
    3. Landscaped area for a parking lot requires a minimum of 65 m2 and no buffer;
Minimum aisle width for 90-degree parking: 6.0 m
2809 (Reserved for future use)        
2810 (By-law 2022-295) R4UD[2810]    
  • Minimum rear yard setback: 6.6 m
  • Minimum rear yard area: 111 m2
  • Minimum parking required: 1 space
  • No visitor parking spaces are required.
  • Provided parking limited to being used as a car-share or visitor parking space.
  • Minimum front yard landscaped area: 12.3 m2
2811 (By-law 2022-309) AM8[2811]-h    
  • The Bank Street frontage is considered to be the front lot line.
  • Maximum building height of the easternmost tower: 90 m
  • Maximum building height of the westernmost tower: 96 m
  • Minimum percentage of building façade along Bank Street measured at a 4 m setback: 40% of the lot width
  • Maximum front yard setback along Bank Street for non-residential and mixed use buildings with the front wall facing Bank Street: 3 metres
  • Minimum front yard setback: 0 m
  • Minimum corner yard setback: 0 m
  • Minimum interior yard setback: 0 m
  • Minimum rear yard setback: 0 m
  • A 1.5 m stepback from the nearest street facing façade is required at the fourth, fifth or sixth storey of a high-rise building having frontage on Bank Street
  • A 2.4 m stepback from the nearest street-facing facade is required at the fourth, fifth or sixth storey of a high-rise building having frontage on Riverside Drive
  • Minimum width of landscaped area around a parking lot: 0 m
  • Minimum setback from watercourse: 15 m
  • Maximum number of towers: 2
  • Maximum total Gross Floor Area: 48,000 m2
  • The holding symbol applies to all uses and may not be removed until such time as:
  1. A Servicing Design is approved, to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development, either within the context of the Bank Street Renewal Project, or, in absence of the Bank Street Renewal project, by the applicant’s engineering consultant independently within the context of a Site Plan Control application.
  2.  A detailed Stormwater Management Report is approved, to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development, to be reviewed within the context of a Site Plan Control application, which addresses concerns related to the storm system’s capacity.
  3.  A Geotechnical Report is approved, to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development, including information about permit to take water, borehole depths beyond excavation depth, etc., to be reviewed within the context of a Site Plan Control application.
  4.  A Phase One Environmental Site Assessment and a Phase Two Environmental Site Assessment, in accordance with the current O.Reg.153/04, are approved, to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development, to be reviewed within the context of a Site Plan Control application.
  5.  Issues related to off-site contaminants are addressed to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development.
  6.  A Record of Site Condition is completed in accordance with the O. Reg. 153/04 and acknowledged by the Ministry of Environment.
  7.  The Site Plan Control Application for the proposal is approved
 
  • Despite the holding symbol, buildings existing as of the date of Council approval may continue to be used and/or converted into permitted uses and are not subject to the holding symbol. 
2812 (By-law 2022-296) R4UC[2812]    
  • Despite Section 162, maximum lot area: 1,580m2
  • Subclause 161(15)(b)(iv) does not apply
  • Despite Subclause 161(15)(f)(ii), a minimum of one principal entrance must be located along Silver Street and a minimum of one principal entrance must be located along Summerville Avenue.
 
2813 (By-law 2022-298) MC[2813] H(115)  
  • drive-through facility
  • parking garage
  • parking lot, other than a rapid-transit network park and ride facility located within 600 metres from a rapid transit station
 
2814 (By-law 2022-299) R4UC[2814]-c    
  • maximum lot area for a low rise apartment dwelling: 1,090m2
  • maximum building height for a low-rise apartment dwelling: 11.5m
  • minimum parking requirement for a low-rise apartment dwelling: 0.1 space per dwelling unit in excess of 12.
  • -despite Sections 111A(a)-(c), minimum number of bicycle spaces:  1.0 per dwelling unit or rooming unit.
2815 (By-law 2022-284) GM[2815]
  • automobile service station
  • bar
  • cinema
  • garden nursery
  • light industrial use
  • nightclub
  • parking garage
  • parking lot
  • sports arena
  • theatre
  • truck transport terminal
  • warehouse
  • apartment dwelling, low rise
  • apartment dwelling,mid-rise
  • apartment dwelling,highrise
  • bed And Breakfast
  • bunk house dwelling
  • coach house
  • detached dwelling
  • duplex dwelling
  • dwelling unit
  • group home
  • linked-detached dwelling
  • planned-unit development
  • retirement home
  • retirement home, converted
  • rooming house
  • secondary dwelling unit
  • semi-detached dwelling
  • stacked dwelling
  • three-unit dwelling
  • townhouse dwelling
Light industrial use, truck transport terminal, and warehouse are subject to the following provisions:
  • i. Minimum front yard setback: 6 m.
  • ii. Minimum corner side yard setback: 6 m.
  • iii. Minimum interior side yard setback: 4 m.
  • iv. Minimum rear yard setback: 6 m.
For all other permitted uses, Table 187 applies.  
2816 (By-law 2022-301) MC[2816]-h  
  • -Drive-through facility
  • -Heavy industrial uses
  • -Light industrial uses
  • -Parking lot
  • -Service and repair shop
  • -Townhouse dwelling
  • -Residential uses until the holding symbol is removed
  1. Minimum Building Height for residential and mixed-use buildings: 4 storeys or 14 m
  2. Maximum Building Height for residential and mixed-use buildings: 30 storeys or 94 m
  3. Notwithstanding (i), Minimum Building Height does not apply to above grade parking structures.
  4. No Minimum Parking Space Rate
  5. Minimum side and rear yard setbacks for buildings 10 storeys or 32 m or greater: 12.5 m.
  6. For the purpose of the below provisions, a tower is defined as the portion of the building above the podium.
  7. Minimum separation between two towers 32 metres in height or greater: 25 m.
  8. Buildings on lots that share a lot line with Legget Drive or an internal private street shall have a maximum podium height of 4 storeys or 14 m.
  9. Towers, including balconies, are required to have a minimum step back from the podium of the building:
    1. For a building abutting privately owned public space, Legget Drive, or a public park: 3 m; and
    2. In all other cases: 1.5 m.
  10. Notwithstanding Section 65 for permitted projections, balconies are not permitted to project beyond the front wall of the podium.
  11. Removal of the holding symbol may occur following:
  • 1. Approval of the first development application for residential purposes on any part of the redevelopment lands, being lands subject to this exception, with conditions to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development (PRED) or his/her designate.
 
  • 2. Dedication of parkland and terms for park development for the entire redevelopment site, being all lands subject to this exception, in accordance with the Parkland Dedication By-law, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department (RCFS) or his/her designate.
 
  • 3. Notwithstanding the provisions above, the holding symbol shall not prevent an application to sever lands for non-residential purposes.
2817 (By-law 2022-302) R3Z[2817] R3Z[2817]-h    
  • For interior lots, a maximum of 55 % of the area of the front yard may be used for a driveway.
  • On a corner lot, a maximum of 65% of the area of the front yard may be used for a driveway.
  • No construction of buildings is permitted prior to the removal of the holding symbol.
  • An amendment to this by-law to remove the holding provision, in part or in full, is permitted once the following have been addressed to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development:
  1. Approval of detail design for the stormwater management pond and Shirley’s Brook Tributary 2 realignment and restoration plan within the 1053, 1075 and 1145 March Road subdivision;
  2. Submission of an Environmental Compliance Approval application to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks for the stormwater management pond within the 1053, 1075 and 1145 March Road subdivision;
  3. Written permission from Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority based on Ontario Regulation 153/06 for the works outlined in item 1. above; and
  4. Provision of updated floodplain mapping for the Shirley’s Brook Tributary 2 to the City of Ottawa by the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority illustrating removal of the floodplain from the lot.
2818 (By-law 2022-302) R4Z[2818]-h    
  • No construction of buildings is permitted prior to the removal of the holding symbol.
  • An amendment to this by-law to remove the holding provision, in part or in full, is permitted once the following have been addressed to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development:
  1.  Approval of detail design for the stormwater management pond and Shirley’s Brook Tributary 2 realignment and restoration plan within the 1053, 1075 and 1145 March Road subdivision;
  2. Submission of an Environmental Compliance Approval application to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks for the stormwater management pond within the 1053, 1075 and 1145 March Road subdivision;
  3. Written permission from Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority based on Ontario Regulation 153/06 for the works outlined in item 1. above; and
  4. Provision of updated floodplain mapping for the Shirley’s Brook Tributary 2 to the City of Ottawa by the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority illustrating removal of the floodplain from the lot.
2819 (By-law 2022-302) R4Z[2819]-h    
  • No construction of buildings is permitted prior to the removal of the holding symbol.
  • An amendment to this by-law to remove the holding provision, in part or in full, is permitted once the following have been addressed to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development:
1.  Completion of the necessary studies, reports and designs including the preparation of infrastructure reports as well as preparation of site plans or plans of subdivision that demonstrate how all of the lands between the collector roadway “1”, as identified in draft approved subdivision D07-16-18-0023, and March Road will be logically serviced to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development.
2820 (Subject to By-law 2022-322) MD[2820] S57    
  • Minimum 15 visitor motor vehicle parking spaces required.
  • Minimum 9.5% of the ground floor to be occupied by a listed use in Section 193(2).

Exceptions 2821-2840

I Exception number II Applicable zones III Exception Provisions - Additional land uses permitted IV Exception Provisions - Land uses prohibited V Exception Provisions - Provisions
2821 (By-law 2022-331) R3B[2821]    
  • The minimum width for a driveway for a townhouse in a Planned Unit Development: 2.4 m.
  • The minimum setback for any wall of a residential use building to a private way is 0m.
  • The minimum setback for any garage or carport entrance from a private way is 0m.
  • Despite Section 65, projections are not permitted on the northern and southern sides of each of the 2 buildings.
  • The minimum interior side yard setback for a townhouse dwelling in a Planned Unit Development on the north side of the parcel is 1.48m.
  • maximum building height: 9 m
2822 (By-law 2022-345 I1A[2822]    
  • Lands considered one lot for zoning purposes for building setbacks, placement of amenity space, parking, and bicycle parking.
  • Minimum parking aisle width: 6.1m
  • No loading spaces are required.
  • No landscape buffer is required for a parking lot along the southernmost lot line.
  • Minimum interior side yard setback along the northern property line: 4m
2823(By-law 2022-340) R5C[2823] F(3.0) S464 Retail food store  
  • Maximum permitted building heights and minimum setbacks are as per S464.
  • Minimum bicycle parking space rate: 0.92 spaces per unit
  • Balconies may project into Area A as shown on S464.
  • Maximum gross floor area for any single commercial use is 47 m2
  • Maximum cumulative gross floor area for all commercial uses is 93 m2
  • Minimum front yard setback: 6 m
  • Minimum corner side yard setback: 4.5 m.
2824 (By-law 2022-341 R4UD[2824] S70    
  • Minimum rear yard setback: 7.6 m
  • Maximum projection for balconies in a required yard above the first floor: 1.6 m
  • No visitor parking is required.
  • Section 60 does not apply.
2825 (By-law 2022-371) R4UB[2825]    
  • minimum width of a driveway: 2.4 m
  • a parking space may project up to 1.33 m into the corner side yard
  • minimum width for a parking space: 2.4 m
  • minimum length for a parking space: 4.8 m
2826 (By-law 2022-371) R4UB[2826]    
  • minimum width of a driveway: 2.59 m
  • no landscaping is required along driveway from the interior side lot line
  • minimum width for a parking space: 2.4 m
  • minimum length for a parking space: 4.8 m
2827 (By-law 2022-371 R4UB[2827]    
  • minimum width for a parking space: 2.4 m
  • minimum length for a parking space: 4.8 m