Category Archives: Bylaws

In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21036 dated February 11, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 19 Fountain Street West as being of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV, Sec. 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. As per Section 29 (Subsection 11) of Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, any person who objects to the bylaw may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal by giving the Tribunal and the City Clerk (within 30 days after the date the notice of the bylaw… Continue reading Notice of passing of designation bylaw: 19 Fountain Street West

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In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21035 dated February 11, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 22 James Street East as being of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV, Sec. 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. As per Section 29 (Subsection 11) of Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, any person who objects to the bylaw may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal by giving the Tribunal and the City Clerk (within 30 days after the date the notice of the bylaw… Continue reading Notice of passing of designation bylaw: 22 James Street East

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In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21026 dated February 11, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 37 Christie Lane as being of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV, Sec. 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. As per Section 29 (Subsection 11) of Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, any person who objects to the bylaw may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal by giving the Tribunal and the City Clerk (within 30 days after the date the notice of the bylaw passing… Continue reading Notice of passing of designation bylaw: 37 Christie Lane

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Guelph City Council passed the following bylaws on February 11, 2025: By-law (2025) – 21042 and (2025) – 21043 to designate a Community Improvement Project Area for purposes of Affordable Housing and to adopt the City of Guelph Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan. For more information about the City of Guelph Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan visit: https://guelph.ca/business/cip/ For more information about any of the above contact Christine Chapman, Manager of Economic Development at 519-803-3227, or email at [email protected]. If you would like to appeal any of the bylaws above, you must file a Notice of Appeal with the City Clerk before 4:00 p.m. on March 4, 2025, by contacting the Clerk’s Office at 519-837-5603 or [email protected].

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In accordance with Section 36 of the Planning Act R.S.O 1990 c.P.13., Guelph City Council intends to pass a Zoning Bylaw Amendment to remove a Holding ‘H’ symbol from the City of Guelph Zoning By-law (2023)-20790, as amended. The lands affected by the proposed amendment are municipally known as 165, 165A, and 167 Alice Street. The subject lands are shown on the Key Location Map below. The lands are currently zoned “Mixed Office / Commercial with holding provisions” (MOC (H12)) under Zoning By-law (2023)-20790, as amended. The (H12) holding provision is to be in place until it can be demonstrated that municipal services are adequate and available to the satisfaction of the City, prior to construction of new buildings. Engineering staff have reviewed the proposed… Continue reading Notice of intention to pass an amending bylaw to remove holding “H” symbol

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In accordance with section 34 of the Planning Act, notice of a minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment is being provided. Purpose and Effect of the Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment The proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment is being introduced to correct a zoning error for 178, 180, 182 and 184 Alice Street in the Comprehensive Zoning By-law (2023)-20790. 178, 180, 182 and 184 Alice Street was incorrectly zoned “Low Density Residential (RL.3)” in the Comprehensive Zoning By-law (2023)-20790. Through the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, 178, 180, 182 and 184 Alice Street will be zoned “Low Density Residential (RL.2)” to reflect the existing built form and ensure correct zoning regulations can be applied. In accordance with Official Plan Amendment 91, approval of Minor Zoning By-law Amendments has been delegated… Continue reading Notice of Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment

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In accordance with section 34 of the Planning Act, notice of a minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment is being provided. Purpose and Effect of the Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment The proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment is being introduced to correct a zoning error for 750 Gordon Street in the Comprehensive Zoning By-law (2023)-20790. 750 Gordon Street was incorrectly zoned “Site-specific Convenience Commercial” (CC-1) in the Comprehensive Zoning By-law (2023)-20790. Through the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, 750 Gordon Street will be zoned “Mixed Office/Commercial” (MOC) to conform with the “Mixed Office/Commercial” land use designation of the Official Plan. In accordance with Official Plan Amendment 91, approval of Minor Zoning By-law Amendments has been delegated to the General Manager of Planning and Building Services. Minor Zoning By-law Amendments may… Continue reading Notice of Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment

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Guelph, Ont., December 23, 2024 – On January 1, 2025, rates and fees for some City services and programs will increase. Check the 2025 rates, fees and charges guide for a full list of the rates and the changes with the effective date of change. The changes are part of the Council-adopted 2025 Budget Confirmation.  Water, wastewater and stormwater rates The volume charges for water will increase by nine cents to $2.21 per cubic metre, and the volume charges for wastewater will increase by 8 cents to $2.32 per cubic metre. Daily basic service charges are also changing, with the magnitude of the change depending on the size of the meter. Monthly stormwater fees will increase to $10.00—an increase of $1.20 per month.   Parking… Continue reading Some City rates and fees changing January 1

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Accessibility Alternative accessible formats are available by contacting [email protected] or TTY 519-826-9771 Subject lands Stone Road and Edinburgh Road modified Strategic Growth Area (SGA) (See Key Map-1 below). Open house: When: January 14, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. How to attend: This is a virtual statutory public open house. To attend, please register online at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uceGqpzsrH9XWR0KBy9B3RDDjSciICztq Public meeting: This is statutory public meeting at a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or attended in-person in Council Chambers, City Hall, 1 Carden Street Guelph. When: January 21, 2025, 4 p.m. Purpose and effect of the proposed amendment and by-law The purpose of this public meeting and open house is to share information and consider public comments regarding the Community Planning… Continue reading Notice of Open House and Public Meeting for Proposed Official Plan Amendment and Community Planning Permit By-law

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In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2024)-21016 dated December 10, 2024 to designate portions of the property known as 106 Carden Street as being of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV, Sec. 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. As per Section 29 (Subsection 11) of Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, any person who objects to the by-law may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal by giving the Tribunal and the City Clerk (within 30 days after the date the notice of the bylaw passing… Continue reading Notice of passing of designation bylaw

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Guelph City Council passed the following bylaws on December 10, 2024: By-law (2024) – 21019 to adopt Amendment Number 101 to the City of Guelph Official Plan to implement new affordable housing targets to align with the 2024 Housing Affordability Strategy. For more information about the Housing Affordability Strategy visit https://guelph.ca/2024/12/city-of-guelph-approves-new-strategy-to-make-homes-more-affordable-deliver-diverse-housing-options/. By-law (2024) – 21023 & By-law Number (2024) – 21024 to permit four units on low density residential lots and to permit up Page 6 of 7 to four dwelling units on low density residential lots through changes to accessory dwelling unit regulations and allowing fourplexes. For more information about Gentle Density – Permitting 4 Dwelling Units on a Lot visit https://guelph.ca/2024/03/proposed-development-in-your-community-2/. By-law (2024) – 21030 about 8 Mitchell Street. For more information visit… Continue reading Notice of passed bylaws

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Guelph City Council passed the following bylaws on November 19, 2024: By-law (2024) – 21008, and (2024) – 21009 about 601 Scottsdale Drive. For more information about the bylaw amendments visit https://guelph.ca/2023/12/601-scottsdale-drive/ For more information about any of the above contact Planning Services at 519-837-5616 or [email protected]. If you would like to appeal any of the bylaws above, you must file a Notice of Appeal with the City Clerk before 4:00 p.m. on December 10, 2024, by contacting the Clerk’s Office at 519-837-5603 or [email protected].

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Guelph, Ont., October 1, 2024 – Starting today, the City of Guelph’s Public Space Use bylaw is in effect. Approved by City Council on September 10, 2024, the bylaw aims to achieve a balance that allows for spaces owned or operated by the City to be accessed and enjoyed by all residents for their intended community purposes, and the safeguarding of certain special-purpose and sensitive areas, while having compassion and consideration for those who are living unsheltered. The new bylaw does not prohibit encampments in Guelph; rather, it regulates certain areas and specifies conditions which are intended to balance various uses of public space, including safe use by those living in or accessing an encampment and areas nearby. Some of these conditions include: That temporary… Continue reading Public Space Use bylaw comes into effect today

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Guelph City Council passed the following bylaws on September 10, 2024: Bylaw (2024) – 20969, and (2024) – 20970 about 303, 309, 317 Speedvale Avenue East. For more information about the bylaw amendments visit https://guelph.ca/2024/06/303-317-speedvale-avenue-east/ Bylaw (2024) – 20915, (2024) – 20980, (2024) – 20981, (2024) – 20982, (2024) – 20983 and (2024) – 20984 about Site Specific Housekeeping Amendments to the City’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law (2023) – 20790. For more information about the City’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law (2023) – 20790 visit https://guelph.ca/city-hall/by-laws-and-policies-2/draft-by-laws/zoningreview. For more information about any of the above contact Planning Services at 519-837-5616 or [email protected]. If you would like to appeal any of the bylaws above, you must file a Notice of Appeal with the City Clerk before 4:00 p.m. on October 8,… Continue reading Notice of passed bylaws

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In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2024)-20972 dated September 10, 2024 to designate portions of the property known as 100 Queen Street as being of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV, Sec. 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2024)-20973 dated September 10, 2024 to designate portions of the property known as 28 Norfolk Street as being of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV, Sec. 29 of the… Continue reading Notice of passing of designation bylaw

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In accordance with Section 36 of the Planning Act R.S.O 1990 c.P.13., Guelph City Council intends to pass a Zoning By-law Amendment to remove a Holding ‘H’ symbol from the City of Guelph Zoning By-law (1995)-14864, as amended. The lands affected by the proposed amendment are municipally known as 35 and 41 Janefield Avenue. The subject lands are shown on the Key Location Map below. The lands are currently zoned “Specialized Residential Semi-Detached with holding provisions” (R.2-35(H)) according to Zoning Bylaw (1995)-14864, as amended. The lands are also zoned “Specialized Low Density Residential with holding provisions” (RL.1-25(H)) under Zoning Bylaw (2023)-20790, as amended. These site-specific zones would permit the development of 4 semi-detached dwellings and associated Additional Dwelling Units on the subject lands. The zoning… Continue reading Notice of intention to pass an amending bylaw to remove a holding “H” symbol

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A motion to fund $450,000 in basic needs provisions for the unsheltered also passed Guelph, Ont., August 29, 2024 – On August 28 at a Special Council meeting, City Council considered and approved the Public Space Use bylaw. Following a staff presentation on the bylaw, Council heard from 43 delegates in addition to 62 pieces of written correspondence. The revised bylaw is expected to be ratified on September 10, after which it will come into effect on October 1, 2024. One amendment, tabled by Councillor Klassen, was made to the draft bylaw. The revised bylaw that returns to Council on September 10 will now include the entirety of both St. George’s Square and Market Square as Sensitive Public Areas. “This highly permissive bylaw is not… Continue reading City Council approves Public Space Use bylaw

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Guelph, Ont., August 28, 2024 – Back-to-school is upon us again with challenges that include higher traffic in school neighbourhoods. We can all do our part to ensure a happy and safe school year by walking and biking to school safely, parking in designated areas only and slowing down near schools. Where to park If you’re not walking or biking to school, there are a few places where it’s safe to park near schools to get kids where they need to be. Kiss and ride zones Kiss and ride zones in front of schools are not parking spaces. You may pull in to drop off a student, but do not park and leave your car. These spaces are designed to keep cars moving and make… Continue reading Your road map to a safe and ticket-free parking experience

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In accordance with Section 36 of the Planning Act R.S.O 1990 c.P.13., and the City’s Delegation of Authority Bylaw (2023)-20794, which delegates authority to the General Manager, Planning and Building Services to pass minor zoning bylaw amendments, including holding provisions, under Section 36 of the Planning Act; the General Manager, Planning and Building Services intends to pass a Zoning Bylaw Amendment to remove a Holding ‘H’ symbol from the City of Guelph Zoning Bylaw (1995)-14864, as amended and City of Guelph Zoning Bylaw (2023)-20790, as amended. The lands affected by the proposed amendment are municipally known as 331 Clair Road East. The subject lands are shown on the Key Location Map below. The lands are currently zoned “Specialized Residential Townhouse with Holding Provisions” (R.3A-72(H)), under… Continue reading Notice of intention to pass an amending bylaw to remove a Holding ‘H’ symbol

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Guelph City Council passed the following bylaws on July 9, 2024: By-law (2024) – 20958, and (2024) – 20959 about 1166-1204 Gordon Street. More information about the bylaw amendments. For more information about any of the above contact Planning Services at 519-837-5616 or [email protected]. If you would like to appeal any of the bylaws above, you must file a Notice of Appeal with the City Clerk before 4:00 p.m. on August 6, 2024, by contacting the Clerk’s Office at 519-837-5603 or [email protected].

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Guelph, Ont., July 16, 2024 – City Council ratified the recommendations for Phase 2 of the City of Guelph’s Single-Use Items Reduction Strategy as part of the Solid Waste Management Master Plan (SWMMP). With the amendment coming into effect March 1, 2025. In February 2024, food service businesses were surveyed about their waste reduction practices and support for waste reduction of single-use items, with supporting input from the community. Based on the feedback and survey results from food service businesses, City staff proposed three items to Council. The amendments to Phase 2 of the Single-Use Items Reduction Strategy include: Businesses must accept a customer’s clean reusable drink cup for beverage orders made in-store store for beverages consumed on or off a business’ premises unless served through a… Continue reading City bylaw amendment reducing single use items begins March 1, 2025

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In accordance with section 34 of the Planning Act, notice of a minor Zoning By-law Amendment is being provided. Purpose and effect of the Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment The proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment is being introduced to correct a mapping error in the Natural Heritage System mapping for the Comprehensive Zoning By-law (2023)-20790 for 180 Gordon Street in accordance with OMB Case Number PL120457. In accordance with Official Plan Amendment 91, approval of Minor Zoning By-law Amendments has been delegated to the General Manager of Planning and Building Services. Minor Zoning By-law Amendments may include: Removal of a holding (H) symbol, as per Section 10.5 of the Official Plan. Passing a Temporary Use By-law, as per Section 10.6 of the Official Plan. Correcting of minor… Continue reading Notice of Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment

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In accordance with Section 36 of the Planning Act R.S.O 1990 c.P.13., Guelph City Council intends to pass a Zoning By-law Amendment to remove a Holding ‘H’ symbol from the City of Guelph Zoning By-law (1995)-14864, as amended. The lands affected by the proposed amendment are municipally known as 27 and 35 Janefield Avenue. The subject lands are shown on the Key Location Map below. The lands are currently zoned “Specialized Residential Single Detached with holding provisions” (R.1B-50(H)) and “Specialized Residential Semi-Detached/Duplex with holding provisions” (R.2-33(H)), according to Zoning Bylaw (1995)-14864, as amended. The lands are also zoned “Specialized Low Density Residential with holding provisions” (RL.1-22(H)) and “Specialized Low Density Residential with holding provisions” (RL.1-23(H)) Zones under Zoning Bylaw (2023)-20790, as amended. These site specific… Continue reading Notice of intention to pass an amending bylaw to remove a holding “H” symbol

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The City is updating Guelph’s Private Tree Protection Bylaw and is asking the community to provide feedback on options for the update. Continue reading City shares options for updating Guelph’s private tree protection bylaw

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Guelph, Ont., February 15, 2024 – At a special meeting of Council held on February 14, City Council heard delegations from members of the community related to the proposed Public Space Use bylaw. As directed by Council in January, City staff prepared the draft bylaw to address safety concerns regarding encampments and related activities on lands owned or operated by the City.   After hearing more than 25 delegations and, in response to the community’s feedback, Council proposed a series of resolutions to move forward the City’s efforts to help address the housing crisis, mitigate safety concerns for those living in encampments, and establish parameters for the use of public space for shelter.  Through the resolutions, Council directed City staff to:  Establish a plan to engage… Continue reading Guelph City Council hears delegations and determines next steps for proposed Public Space Use bylaw

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Guelph, Ont., February 9, 2024 – Late yesterday, the City of Guelph was made aware of flyers that had been distributed to individuals living in tents in a downtown encampment containing misleading information. The flyers, which were distributed in error, incorrectly suggested that City Bylaw staff would return in 12 hours to deliver eviction notices. This is contrary to the City’s standard procedures, which include waiting three full days after a tent has been deemed to be abandoned before Bylaw staff remove the tent and other belongings and move them into storage for a period of 30 days. In recent days, Stepping Stone has connected with individuals living in encampments to make them aware of the opportunity for temporary hotel shelter using available funding under… Continue reading City clarifies recent outreach efforts to individuals living in encampments

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Guelph, Ont., February 1, 2024 – On January 16, Guelph City Council unanimously directed City staff to develop a Public Space Use bylaw. The draft bylaw, which is now posted publicly, will be discussed and deliberated by Council at a special Council meeting on February 14. Council will vote on bylaw amendments at this meeting. Public Space Use bylaw: special Council meeting Wednesday, February 14 10 a.m. Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Live stream The goal of the bylaw is to: help make public spaces owned or operated by the City safer for all members of our Guelph community, and ensure that spaces are being used for intended purposes. While recognizing that Guelph still lacks sufficient permanent shelter space for unsheltered individuals, we… Continue reading Public Space Use bylaw: special Council meeting February 14

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At the Council planning meeting held on January 16, City Council unanimously passed a motion directing City staff to draft a Public Space Use bylaw to address safety concerns regarding encampments and related activities on lands owned or operated by the City. Continue reading Guelph City Council directs development of Public Space Use bylaw to address safety concerns

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Guelph’s new bylaws come into effect on March 2, 2024 Guelph, Ont., January 17, 2024 – Last night, at the Council Planning meeting, City Council approved the 2023 Development Charge Background Study with its addendum. Council also approved the new Development Charge bylaws. The new rates will come into effect on March 2, 2024. New elements of the Development Charge bylaws include changes to align with updates made by the province to the Development Charges Act through Bill 23, More Homes, Built Faster, as well as administrative updates, including: separate bylaws for each service to enable future updates to the rates for one, but not all services, if needed, without triggering the rate phase-in for all services adding the mandated discounts to development charges, removing… Continue reading Guelph City Council approves new Development Charge bylaws

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Guelph City Council passed the following bylaws on December 12, 2023: By-laws (2023) – 20856 and By-law (2023) – 20857 about 331 Clair Road East. By-laws (2023) – 20864 and By-law (2023) – 20865 about 55 Baker Street, 152 and 160 Wyndham Street North. By-laws (2023) – 20882, By-law (2023) – 20883, By-law (2023) – 20884 and By-law (2023) – 20885 about 27-35 Janefield Avenue. For more information about any of the above contact Planning Services at 519-837-5616 or [email protected]. If you would like to appeal any of the bylaws above, you must file a Notice of Appeal with the City Clerk before 4:00 p.m. on January 9, 2024, by contacting the Clerk’s Office at 519-837-5603 or [email protected].

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Guelph, Ont., July 21, 2023 – On Wednesday, July 19, Guelph City Council participated in a two-part meeting about development charges. The first part of the meeting was a workshop that served as an orientation and education session. The second part was a special council meeting where the preliminary results of the ongoing Development Charges Background Study were presented to gather early feedback from Council. “Development charges are critical to funding the capital costs to accommodate growth,” says Shanna O’Dwyer, manager, Financial Strategy and Long-Term Planning, City of Guelph. “Before development can begin, water pipes, sewers, and roads must be built. Once people start living in new developments, we need to provide emergency services, waste collection, new parks and recreation spaces.” For decades in Ontario,… Continue reading Draft development charge rates presented at Council

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At the April 18, 2023 planning meeting, Council approved two items slated to support the building of a future-ready Guelph: the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw and a sustainable development checklist. “We were clear with Council, the Province, and the development community when we submitted our housing pledge—we have to work together to meet our collective goals. Council’s approval today will have a long-lasting, positive impact,” says Krista Walkey, the City’s general manager, Planning and Building Services. “We’ve modernized our zoning regulations and added additional permission for more housing choices.” A Zoning Bylaw that works for Guelph The approved bylaw is user-friendly and designed with the community in mind. It requires less site-specific development approvals from Council while implementing Official Plan objectives, which in turn will help… Continue reading Building a future-ready Guelph

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