New Zoning By-law

New Zoning By-law – Draft 2

DRAFT 2 PROVISIONS

• Draft 2 of the proposed new Zoning By-law was released to the public on March 20, 2025.
• Click here to read or download the updated provisions in Draft 2 of the new Zoning By-law. More information on the report and supporting documents for Joint Planning and Housing and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee on March 31, 2025 is available below.
• Click here to read or download the Draft 2 Schedules and Area Specific Schedules
• The status of urban and rural Exceptions can be found in Document 4 of the staff report. Click here to access the current Zoning By-law's (2008-250) list of urban and rural exceptions.

MAPS

• 3D Digital Twin Map: Interact with the proposed zoning in your neighborhood in a 3D built environment and visualize potential future development.
• Check out geoOttawa for the citywide updated zoning map. Be sure to turn on the “New Zoning By-law DRAFT 2” option under “Zoning Resources”.
• Interactive Draft 2 - Zoning Map: Compare existing zoning rules of the current Zoning By-law 2008-250 with the proposed Draft 2 Zoning.
  • Video Tutorial of the Interactive Zoning Tool and Neighbourhood Zones Overview: Watch the instruction video to learn how to use the map and better understand the new Neighbourhood Zones.

CONSULTATION FOR DRAFT 2 OF THE NEW ZONING BY-LAW:

• Document 12 – Draft 1 Consultation Summary includes information on the virtual and in-person engagement sessions held in summer and fall 2024, as well as a summary of the topics discussed at working group and advisory committee meetings including the New Zoning By-law Councillor Sponsors Group, Federation of Citizens Associations/Greater Ottawa Home Builders Association Working Group, Ambassadors Working Group, and Planning Advisory Committee.

DRAFT 2 REPORT AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

The staff report to Joint Committee and Council on Draft 2 of the new Zoning By-law can be found here. 16 supporting documents provide additional information and context on Draft 2:

• Document 01 - Overview of changes in Draft 2 of the Zoning By-law
• Document 02 - Zone Code Conversion Table for Changes in Draft 2 of the Zoning Map
• Document 03 – Overview of Key Issues and Options (REVISED)
• Document 04 - Overview of Exceptions
• Document 05 - Overview of Schedules
• Document 06 - Minimum Parking Rates - Draft 2 Update
• Document 07 - Ottawa Public Health Statement
• Document 08 - Digital Twin
• Document 09 - Continuation and Transition Provisions for In-process and Completed Development Applications
• Document 10 - Administrative Matters and Direction to Staff
• Document 11 - IPDs September and December 2024
• Document 12 - Draft 1 Consultation Summary
• Document 13 - Public Engagement Strategy
• Document 14 - Future Work Needed Following Approval of the New Zoning By-law
• Document 15 - Draft 2 of New Zoning By-law (Track Changes Copy)
• Document 16 - Draft 2 of the New Zoning By-law (Clean Copy)
• Schedules (Ottawa.ca)
• Exceptions (Ottawa.ca)

FEEDBACK AND UPCOMING CONSULTATION

Comments on the proposed Draft 2 Zoning By-law can be made using the public comment form or by contacting the team at NewZoning@ottawa.ca.

Click the blue “Subscribe” button on the right to receive project updates, including information on upcoming public consultation opportunities through the spring and summer.

Both in-person and virtual events will be held in the coming months to gather feedback on Draft 2 of the new Zoning By-law.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Check out the folders in the New Zoning By-law Documents tab on the right side of this page for more information on Draft 2 of the new Zoning By-law and prior Council reports, previous consultation events and supporting materials, and classroom resources for teachers and students.

Please note that Zoning By-law 2008-250 remains in effect. The Draft 2 proposed text and new Zoning By-law Map are to be considered by the Joint Planning and Housing and Agricultural and Rural Affairs Committee, and City Council.

None of the text or maps contained within these links have been implemented. This information is for consultation purposes and may change following consideration by Joint Committee and City Council and public feedback.

Honouring Statement

Ottawa is built on unceded Anishinabe Algonquin territory. The peoples of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation have lived on this territory for millennia. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. The City of Ottawa honours the peoples and land of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation. The City of Ottawa honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.