Zoning Bylaw Review: Summary Table (Attachment 10)
Comparative summary table of existing regulations vs. Options 1, 2, and 3.
ATTACHMENT 10
Zoning Regulation Zoning Bylaw Review: Existing, Proposed, and Provincial Recommendations Summary
OPTION 1: Recommended Provincial Site Standard Package Zoning Bylaw Regulations
- Package A: Detached Dwelling; Secondary Suite; and Garden Suite
- Package B: 3 – 4 Dwelling Units on lots less than 1,215 m2
- Package C: 4 Dwelling Units on lots between 1,215 m2 and 4,050 m2
- Package D: 6 Dwelling Units on lots within 400 of Prescribed Frequent Transit Stop
OPTION 2: Proposed SSMUH Schedule E Zoning Bylaw Regulations
- Small Lot: Equal to and Less than 280 m2
- Medium Lot: Greater than and Equal to 281 m2 and Less than 1199 m2
- Large Lot: Greater than and equal to 1200 m2
- Prescribed Frequent Transit Stop: All lands within 400 m of Prescribed Frequent Transit Stop
OPTION 3: Recommendation Provided by Standing Committee via Provincial Site Standard Package Zoning Bylaw Regulations and the Standing Committee Report
- Package A: Detached Dwelling; Secondary Suite; and Garden Suite
- Package B: 3 – 4 Dwelling Units on lots less than 1,215 m2
- Package C: 4 Dwelling Units on lots between 1,215 m2 and 4,050 m2
- Package D: 6 Dwelling Units on lots within 400 of Prescribed Frequent Transit Stop
NOTE: The above ranges proposed by the province do not apply in the committee recommendation; however, the site standards zoning bylaw parameters do. For reference of lot size, see the table below in the proposed SSPKG A, B, C, and D.
NOTE: The proposed regulations below are shown as provided in the Site Standards Package, along with the recommendations provided in the Report Prepared by the Committee.
Lot Density and Coverage Comparison
| Zoning Regulation | Existing Residential Zones (R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-2) | OPTION 1: Provincial Packages (A, B, C, D) | OPTION 2: Proposed SSMUH Lots (Small, Medium, Large, FTS) | OPTION 3: Committee Recommendation (SSPKG A, B1, B2, B3, C, D) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Dwelling Units | 1, 1, 1, 1, 1 | 3, 4, 4, 6 | 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2, 3, 4, 4, 4, 6 |
| Floor Space Ratio (FSR) | .42:1, .42:1, .42:1, .6:1, .6:1 | No Maximum Defined (all) | 1:1 (Small Lot)*, 1:1, .55:1, 1:1 | N/A (all) |
| Building Floor Area Maximum | 372 m2, 372 m2, 325 m2, 278 m2, 400 m2** | No Maximum Defined (all) | No Max, 560 m2, 560 m2, 840 m2 | 372 m2, 279 m2, 372 m2, 372 m2, 372 m2, 558 m2 |
| Dwelling Unit Floor Area Maximum | No Maximum Defined (all) | No Maximum Defined (all) | No Max, No Max, 140 m2, 140 m2 | 186 m2, 93 m2, 93 m2, 93 m2, 93 m2, 93 m2 |
| Dwelling Unit Floor Area (minimum) | N/A (all) | 33 m2 (all)*** | 33 m2 (all) | N/A (all) |
| For a Houseplex, floor area of any floor (maximum) | N/A (all) | No Maximum Defined (all) | No Max, 204 m2, 204 m2, 204 m2 | N/A (all) |
| Lot Coverage Maximum | 40%, 40%, 40%, 40%, 50% | 25-40%, 50%, 40%, 60% | 60%, 40%, 30%, 40% | 25-40%, 50%, 50%, 50%, 40%, 60% |
| Impermeable Surface Maximum | 60% (all) | 80%, 60%, 60%, 60%**** | 80%, 60%, 60%, 60% | No Maximum Defined (all) |
* Option 2 Small Lot FSR: 1:1; except CD-28 zoned lands will maintain existing FSR. ** Existing R-2 Building Floor Area: residential detached building floor area. *** Staff Recommendation: "This requirement is not included in the Provincial Site Standards Package, but is recommended to be included by staff to ensure micro-units are not created." **** Staff Recommendation: "This requirement is not included in the Provincial Site Standards Package, but is recommended as shown above to ensure site preservation and green space are maintained pre and post construction."
Building Size and Siting Comparison
| Zoning Regulation | Existing Residential Zones (R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-2) | OPTION 1: Provincial Packages (A, B, C, D) | OPTION 2: Proposed SSMUH Lots (Small, Medium, Large, FTS) | OPTION 3: Committee Recommendation (SSPKG A, B1, B2, B3, C, D) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building Height Maximum | 7.5 m (all) | 11 m (all) | 9 m, 11 m, 11 m, 11 m | 11 m (all) |
| Front Lot Line Setback Minimum | 7.5 m (all) | 3.5 m, 4 m, 4 m, 4 m | 3.5 m, 4 m, 4 m, 4 m | 5-6 m, 2 m, 2 m, 2 m, 4-6 m, 2 m |
| Rear Lot Line Setback Minimum | 7.5 m, 7.5 m, 6 m, 6 m, 7.5 m | 3.5 m, 7.5 m, 7.5 m, 7.5 m | 3.5 m, 7.5 m, 7.5 m, 7.5 m | 6 m, 1.5 m, 1.5 m, 1.5 m, 6 m, 1.5 m |
| Side Lot Line Setback Minimum | 2 m, 2 m, 1.5 m, 1.5 m, 1.5 m | 1.5 m (all) | 1.5 m (all) | 1.2 m, 1.2 m, 1.2 m, 1.2 m, 3 m, 0-1.2 m |
| Flanking Lot Line Setback Minimum | 4.5 m (all) | 3 m (all) | 3 m (all) | No Minimum Defined (all) |
| Accessory Building Setback Minimum | 1.2 m (all)***** | 1.2 m (all) | 1.2 m (all) | No Minimum Defined (all) |
***** Note: An Accessory Structure is Not Permitted in the Front Yard.