Understanding Commercial Land Use in Ontario
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A zoning bylaw plays a pivotal role in determining the use of land within a community, it’ll decide how the land may be used, where the building and other structures can be located, the types of buildings that are permitted and how they can be used, the lot sizes and dimensions, parking requirements, and more.
Commercial Zoning:
This type of zoning regulates the use of the land and buildings in these areas to ensure they are used for commercial activities, including retail stores, restaurants, office buildings, and other types of businesses.
Industrial Land Zoning:
Land that permits the manufacturing of industrial products, factories, power plants, warehouses, and other similar facilities. This zoning is critical for city zoning planning as this zone is often filled with disruptive activities.
Residential Zoning:
It regulates the type and density of housing that can be built in specified areas, ensuring that neighbourhoods are developed in an organized and cohesive manner. The main goal is to create safe and pleasant living environments.
Combination Zoning:
Also known as mixed-use zoning, are areas intended to create more versatile, dynamic, and sustainable communities by integrating different land uses. This is often a combination of residential and commercial, creating environments where individuals can work, live and play.
Understanding land uses in Ontario is essential for your business, particularly if you’re planning to develop new office towers or an industrial warehouse. Whether you’re purchasing or leasing a property, it’s crucial to grasp the zoning regulations in order to anticipate potential limitations.
Reference
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Sullivan, M. (2024, April 8). Understanding commercial land use ownership in Ontario. LandPro Planning Solutions. https://www.landproplan.ca/blog/understanding-commercial-land-use-ownership-in-ontario
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Zoning bylaws: Citizen’s guide to land use planning. ontario.ca. (n.d.). https://www.ontario.ca/document/citizens-guide-land-use-planning/zoning-bylaws
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