Pickering Zoning By-law Review

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The City of Pickering is taking the next step to achieve the Pickering Official Plan’s vision by reviewing and consolidating the six current Zoning By-laws (2511, 2520, 3036, 7364/14 & 7553/17) and combining them into one consolidated document. Our intention is to create a new zoning by-law to manage land use and future development. Having one zoning by-law will make it easier for residents, developers and others to access information they are looking for.

Why has the City initiated this review?

Pickering has 6 different zoning by-laws that apply to different areas of the City. Many are outdated and do not reflect current Provincial legislation and Official Plan policies. Through this review, the previous by-laws will be consolidated to reflect Pickering’s Official Plan policies, modern planning trends, and simplify the processing of permits and planning applications.


We are in Phase 3 - the Final Release of the Draft Zoning By-law

The City of Pickering is pleased to present the Final Draft Consolidated Zoning By-law. Our response to comments on the Second Draft are available in the Public Comment Matrix below.

Final Draft of the Zoning By-law Text


Chapter 15 - Exceptions

A total of 435 Exceptions will be carried forward. Previously, the City held 851 Exceptions (formerly called site-specific By-laws). The Exceptions that were removed are in compliance with the Consolidated Zoning By-law.

We have received public comments on the Exceptions, and may be reflected below:

Exception TextsException Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x1 to x91, x413 & x414
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x92 to x104
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x105 to x215
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x216 to x302, x415 & x435
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x303 to x353, x412 & x416
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x354 to x381, x417 to x433
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x382 to x411, x434
Exception Tracking Matrix


Comment Summary Matrix

We have prepared a Comment Matrix with all public comments and our response here: Comment Summary Matrix

The recommendation report provides an overview of recent applicable Provincial legislation, responses to questions from Members of Council at the Statutory Public Meeting held on April 2, 2024, and responses to public and agency submissions. Council’s consideration and approval of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is recommended.

A copy of the recommendation report will be available on and after October 24, 2024, from:

  • the office of the City Clerk;
  • the City Development Department; and
  • on the City’s website at www.pickering.ca/zonereview and Let's Talk page

The Planning & Development Committee is holding a Hybrid Electronic Meeting on November 4, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located at Pickering City Hall, One The Esplanade, Pickering, ON. Residents can attend the meeting in person or virtually, or view the meeting livestream via the City of Pickering’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@CityPickering/streams

Planning & Development Committee
DateMonday, November 4, 2024
Time7:00 pm
LocationPickering Council Chambers

View the Public Notice


How to Read the Zoning By-law: A Citizen's Guide

Step 1: Locate a property of interest on the Interactive Map here.

  • Use the search bar to find your property of interest.
  • Click on the property to open a dialogue box with your proposed zone code (i.e C1, CC1, SLD1, etc.).
  • Click the arrow on the dialogue box for more information
  • Use the proposed zone code to find updated provisions AND use the Exception number (i.e. x400) to find the site specific by-law that will be carried forward.

Note: for properties with an exception (formerly a site specific by-law), the proposed zone code is the same the current zone code and refers to the Parent or existing By-law.

Step 2: Review the applicable Sections of the draft Zoning By-law Text.

  • First, open the draft Zoning By-law and find the applicable Section(s) (i.e. if you property is zoned Residential, proceed to Section 6.5 for permitted uses, lot requirements).
  • If your selected property has an Exception, please proceed to the Section 15 Exception documents located above
  • Please note, Section 4 (General Regulations) & Section 5 (Parking Regulations) apply to most zones in the City of Pickering.

Step 3: Please share your experience, any questions, or concerns below. Alternatively, you may email your comments to zonereview@pickering.ca. If you wish to have your comments considered on the Final Draft, we kindly request you submit your comments or questions by/before October 29, 2024.


Final Draft of the Zoning By-law Text
The City of Pickering is taking the next step to achieve the Pickering Official Plan’s vision by reviewing and consolidating the six current Zoning By-laws (2511, 2520, 3036, 7364/14 & 7553/17) and combining them into one consolidated document. Our intention is to create a new zoning by-law to manage land use and future development. Having one zoning by-law will make it easier for residents, developers and others to access information they are looking for.

Why has the City initiated this review?

Pickering has 6 different zoning by-laws that apply to different areas of the City. Many are outdated and do not reflect current Provincial legislation and Official Plan policies. Through this review, the previous by-laws will be consolidated to reflect Pickering’s Official Plan policies, modern planning trends, and simplify the processing of permits and planning applications.


We are in Phase 3 - the Final Release of the Draft Zoning By-law

The City of Pickering is pleased to present the Final Draft Consolidated Zoning By-law. Our response to comments on the Second Draft are available in the Public Comment Matrix below.

Final Draft of the Zoning By-law Text


Chapter 15 - Exceptions

A total of 435 Exceptions will be carried forward. Previously, the City held 851 Exceptions (formerly called site-specific By-laws). The Exceptions that were removed are in compliance with the Consolidated Zoning By-law.

We have received public comments on the Exceptions, and may be reflected below:

Exception TextsException Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x1 to x91, x413 & x414
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x92 to x104
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x105 to x215
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x216 to x302, x415 & x435
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x303 to x353, x412 & x416
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x354 to x381, x417 to x433
Exception Tracking Matrix
Exception Zones x382 to x411, x434
Exception Tracking Matrix


Comment Summary Matrix

We have prepared a Comment Matrix with all public comments and our response here: Comment Summary Matrix

The recommendation report provides an overview of recent applicable Provincial legislation, responses to questions from Members of Council at the Statutory Public Meeting held on April 2, 2024, and responses to public and agency submissions. Council’s consideration and approval of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is recommended.

A copy of the recommendation report will be available on and after October 24, 2024, from:

  • the office of the City Clerk;
  • the City Development Department; and
  • on the City’s website at www.pickering.ca/zonereview and Let's Talk page

The Planning & Development Committee is holding a Hybrid Electronic Meeting on November 4, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located at Pickering City Hall, One The Esplanade, Pickering, ON. Residents can attend the meeting in person or virtually, or view the meeting livestream via the City of Pickering’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@CityPickering/streams

Planning & Development Committee
DateMonday, November 4, 2024
Time7:00 pm
LocationPickering Council Chambers

View the Public Notice


How to Read the Zoning By-law: A Citizen's Guide

Step 1: Locate a property of interest on the Interactive Map here.

  • Use the search bar to find your property of interest.
  • Click on the property to open a dialogue box with your proposed zone code (i.e C1, CC1, SLD1, etc.).
  • Click the arrow on the dialogue box for more information
  • Use the proposed zone code to find updated provisions AND use the Exception number (i.e. x400) to find the site specific by-law that will be carried forward.

Note: for properties with an exception (formerly a site specific by-law), the proposed zone code is the same the current zone code and refers to the Parent or existing By-law.

Step 2: Review the applicable Sections of the draft Zoning By-law Text.

  • First, open the draft Zoning By-law and find the applicable Section(s) (i.e. if you property is zoned Residential, proceed to Section 6.5 for permitted uses, lot requirements).
  • If your selected property has an Exception, please proceed to the Section 15 Exception documents located above
  • Please note, Section 4 (General Regulations) & Section 5 (Parking Regulations) apply to most zones in the City of Pickering.

Step 3: Please share your experience, any questions, or concerns below. Alternatively, you may email your comments to zonereview@pickering.ca. If you wish to have your comments considered on the Final Draft, we kindly request you submit your comments or questions by/before October 29, 2024.


Final Draft of the Zoning By-law Text

Ask your Zoning By-law related questions here!

Please share any questions or comments about the Comprehensive Zoning By-law here. City Development Department staff will review and respond to questions.

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  • Share What is the zoning of 4935 Sideline 12 Road? What are the permitted uses? on Facebook Share What is the zoning of 4935 Sideline 12 Road? What are the permitted uses? on Twitter Share What is the zoning of 4935 Sideline 12 Road? What are the permitted uses? on Linkedin Email What is the zoning of 4935 Sideline 12 Road? What are the permitted uses? link

    What is the zoning of 4935 Sideline 12 Road? What are the permitted uses?

    MatthewD asked 12 months ago

    If you are seeking information pertaining to the zoning of a property, you may consult our draft interactive mapping here: draft Interactive Mapping 

    Once you have determined the zoning, you then may proceed to the draft Zoning By-law text here, to understand permitted uses and any applicable zone regulations: draft By-law text

    You may also contact us at zonereview@pickering.ca for further information. 

  • Share Is the first draft interactive map reflective of existing zoning or proposed future? I found a few areas that seem to have strange zoning (e.g. Sandbar rd is marked residential) on Facebook Share Is the first draft interactive map reflective of existing zoning or proposed future? I found a few areas that seem to have strange zoning (e.g. Sandbar rd is marked residential) on Twitter Share Is the first draft interactive map reflective of existing zoning or proposed future? I found a few areas that seem to have strange zoning (e.g. Sandbar rd is marked residential) on Linkedin Email Is the first draft interactive map reflective of existing zoning or proposed future? I found a few areas that seem to have strange zoning (e.g. Sandbar rd is marked residential) link

    Is the first draft interactive map reflective of existing zoning or proposed future? I found a few areas that seem to have strange zoning (e.g. Sandbar rd is marked residential)

    Coolibop asked about 2 years ago

    Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

    Since one of the goals of the Zoning By-law Review project are to consolidate existing zones, the Zoning within the Interactive Map has carried forward the existing Zoning that is currently in-effect, including Zoning that was first passed by Council in the 1960's. Historically, the lands along Sandbar Road were zoned "R4" under Zoning By-law 2511, and used to contain residential uses including summer cottages. However, in 2023, the lands along Sandbar Road are in public ownership, and will continue to be used for Waterfront Open Space uses, including the preservation of the natural features along Sandbar Road. Since TRCA and/or City of Pickering have not rezoned the lands, they have continued to be zoned for Residential Uses, which may help explain the "strange zoning."

    Furthermore, some parcels of land may have different Zoning than what is currently existing, since  all of the zoning exceptions (rezonings) were not included in the First Draft of the Zoning By-law. The Second Draft of the Zoning By-law will contain exceptions, which will more accurately reflect the reality of what's existing now, on the ground.

    We will continue to review Zoning discrepancies that have carried over from the former Parent By-laws. 

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  • Share We currently have a restriction on overnight parking, and keeping streets clear after a snow storm until the plows go through, where is this covered in the new proposed Zoning document ? on Facebook Share We currently have a restriction on overnight parking, and keeping streets clear after a snow storm until the plows go through, where is this covered in the new proposed Zoning document ? on Twitter Share We currently have a restriction on overnight parking, and keeping streets clear after a snow storm until the plows go through, where is this covered in the new proposed Zoning document ? on Linkedin Email We currently have a restriction on overnight parking, and keeping streets clear after a snow storm until the plows go through, where is this covered in the new proposed Zoning document ? link

    We currently have a restriction on overnight parking, and keeping streets clear after a snow storm until the plows go through, where is this covered in the new proposed Zoning document ?

    David from Pickering asked almost 2 years ago

    The Zoning By-law does not speak to on-street parking, cycling lanes, or sidewalks. Zoning By-laws are passed by Council for prohibiting the use of land, except for such purposes as may be set out in the by-law within the municipality or within any defined area next to any defined highway or part of a highway. 

    However, the Zoning By-law is concerned with parking requirements both for vehicles and bicycles as it relates to a parcel(s) of land. This means the Zoning By-law is concerned with number of parking and biking spaces, location of parking facilities, loading facilities and other parking related matters including setbacks, aisles, and relayed standards.

    We appreciate input and comments on the draft parking provisions of the By-law found in Section 5 of the draft Zoning By-law. 

    We also have a supplementary Summary Sheet on Parking and Loading requirements, which can be found here: https://www.pickering.ca/en/city-hall/resources/ZBR/PickeringZBL_Summary-Sheet-No8---Parking-.pdf

  • Share I see comments in the ideas tab that talk about zoning for cycling or pedestrian access. Does this sort of issue apply to a zoning bylaw review, or is this more appropriate for the citys' transportation/network plans? on Facebook Share I see comments in the ideas tab that talk about zoning for cycling or pedestrian access. Does this sort of issue apply to a zoning bylaw review, or is this more appropriate for the citys' transportation/network plans? on Twitter Share I see comments in the ideas tab that talk about zoning for cycling or pedestrian access. Does this sort of issue apply to a zoning bylaw review, or is this more appropriate for the citys' transportation/network plans? on Linkedin Email I see comments in the ideas tab that talk about zoning for cycling or pedestrian access. Does this sort of issue apply to a zoning bylaw review, or is this more appropriate for the citys' transportation/network plans? link

    I see comments in the ideas tab that talk about zoning for cycling or pedestrian access. Does this sort of issue apply to a zoning bylaw review, or is this more appropriate for the citys' transportation/network plans?

    Coolibop asked about 2 years ago

    The Zoning By-law does not speak to on-street parking, cycling lanes, or sidewalks. Zoning By-laws are passed by Council for prohibiting the use of land, except for such purposes as may be set out in the by-law within the municipality or within any defined area next to any defined highway or part of a highway. 

    However, the Zoning By-law is concerned with parking requirements both for vehicles and bicycles as it relates to a parcel(s) of land. This means the Zoning By-law is concerned with number of parking and biking spaces, location of parking facilities, loading facilities and other parking related matters including setbacks, aisles, and relayed standards.

    We appreciate input and comments on the draft parking provisions of the By-law found in Section 5 of the draft Zoning By-law. 

    We also have a supplementary Summary Sheet on Parking and Loading requirements, which can be found here: https://www.pickering.ca/en/city-hall/resources/ZBR/PickeringZBL_Summary-Sheet-No8---Parking-.pdf



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    Will there be an in-person Open House?

    Johnnie asked almost 2 years ago

    Hi Johnnie, a Public Open House will take place on January 26, 2023 from 2pm - 5pm & 6pm - 8pm. We will be located at: Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex [East Salon] 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering.

    The Open House Public Notice: https://www.pickering.ca/en/city-hall/resources/ZBR/Open-House-Notice.pdf

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