DocumentsBylawJun 1, 2016Pages 17–19
BYLAW NO. 1608 - Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 444 (Omnibus No. 43)
Text of Bylaw No. 1608 amending Zoning Bylaw No. 300 with changes including a new definition for gasoline service stations, projections into setbacks, fence regulations, and other general regulation updates.
Key facts
- Adds definition: "gasoline service stations" (excludes cardlock facilities not open to the public)
- Amends projection allowances into setbacks (generally up to 1m for features such as eaves, chimneys, etc.)
- Fence regulations amended: fences adjacent to highways limited to 1.22m and must be permeable; other residential fence heights specified
- Reading history: First reading May 2, 2016; Public Hearing May 16, 2016; Second & Third readings May 16, 2016; Adoption date field left blank on text
BYLAW NO. 1608
A BYLAW TO AMEND BYLAW NO. 300, “LANGFORD ZONING BYLAW, 1999"
The Council of the City of Langford, in open meeting assembled, hereby enacts as follows:
A. Amendments to Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, 1999
By adding the following definition to Part 1 – Interpretation: ““gasoline service stations” means a building or lot used for the retail sale of motor fuels and which may include accessory uses such as car wash and retail sales. This definition does not include facilities that are not open to the general public such as cardlock gasoline stations”
By adding the following as Section 3.05.01(8): “(8) Eaves and gutters may project into the accessory building setbacks specified in Section 3.05 by not more than 1m, provided that a minimum setback of 0.45m is maintained”
By deleting the phrase “such as taxi or limousine operation or courier service” from Section 3.09.01(3)(g);
By deleting sections 3.18.01 and replacing it with the following:
The following features may project into a required setback, as noted in Table 1:
Table 1: Permitted Projections into Required Setbacks
| Feature | Lot Size | Setback Required by Part 6 of this Bylaw | Type of Lot Line | Permitted Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fireplaces, chimneys, eaves, gutters, bay windows, or ornamental features (such as cornices, pilasters, belts courses, sills) | All lots | 3m or greater | All types | Setback for the projecting feature only may be reduced by not more than 1m |
| Fireplaces, chimneys, eaves, gutters, bay windows, or ornamental features (such as cornices, pilasters, belts courses, sills) | All lots | Less than 3m | Interior Side Lot Line only | Setback for the projecting feature only may be reduced to 0.9m. Setback for projecting eaves and gutters only may be reduced to 0.45m |
| Steps, sunlight control projections, canopies, balconies, decks, or porches | Greater than or equal to 380 m2 | n/a | All types | Setback for the projecting feature only may be reduced by not more than 1m |
| Steps, sunlight control projections, canopies, balconies, decks, or porches | Less than 380 m2 | n/a | Front or Rear Lot Line only | Setback for the projecting feature only may be reduced by not more than 1m |
By deleting Sections 3.21.03(3), (4) and (5);
By inserting the following as Section 3.21.03(3):
“(3) Fences adjacent to a highway in all zones shall not exceed a height of 1.22m (4 ft) and must be constructed with a permeable style (i.e. wrought iron, picket or similar style)”
- By inserting the following as Section 3.21.03(4):
“(4) The following regulations apply to fences on lots containing one-family, two-family or townhouse uses:
(a) Fences along interior side and rear lot lines (where not adjacent to a highway) shall not exceed a height of 1.83m (6 ft); (b) Despite subsection 3.21.03(3), that portion of a fence along a highway that is a minimum of 1.83m (6ft) to the rear of the front building face may exceed 1.22m (4 ft) in height but shall not exceed a height of 1.83m (6 ft) and may be constructed with a solid style”
- By inserting the following as Section 3.21.03(5):
“(5) Ornamental features such as arbours or gates are exempt from the maximum height requirements of this Section”
By inserting the phrase “on lots with areas greater than or equal to 400 m2 (4,305 ft2)” immediately before “in accordance with” in Section 6.27A.01(5);
By inserting the following as Section 6.71.01(3) and renumbering subsequent subsections accordingly:
“(3) cardlock gasoline stations”
- By inserting the phrase “accessory” immediately before “offices” in Section 6.80B.01(4);
B.
This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as “Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 444, (Omnibus No. 43 –Various Amendments to General Regulations), 2015".
READ A FIRST TIME this 2nd day of May, 2016.
PUBLIC HEARING held this 16th day of May, 2016.
READ A SECOND TIME this 16th day of May, 2016.
READ A THIRD TIME this 16th day of May, 2016.
ADOPTED this day of , 2016.
MAYOR
(Certified Correct)
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