Zoning By-law

Zoning By-law Review

The Township of Russell is undertaking a comprehensive review of the Zoning By-law; the Zoning By-law regulates how land can be used and developed, including permitted uses, building heights, building setbacks, parking, and more.

The 2018 Zoning By-law is being updated to align with the Township’s recently adopted Official Plan, reflect current regional and provincial policies, and respond to community growth. If approved, the proposed Zoning By-law will replace the current Zoning By-law and change some of the zoning rules within the entire geographic area of the Township of Russell.

The Draft Zoning By-law is now available for public review.

Draft Schedules

• A1a – Embrun – West
• A1b – Embrun – Central North
• A1c – Embrun – Central South
• A1d – Embrun – East
• A2 – Russell
• A2a – Russell – Central
• A3 – Limoges
• A4 – Marionville
• A5 – Rural North
• A5a – Industrial Park
• A5b – Rural North East
• A6 – Rural South

The changes that are proposed in the Draft Zoning By-law include, but are not limited to:

• New definitions and diagrams, and removal of irrelevant definitions
• Introducing new zones, and removal of irrelevant zones and zone exceptions
• Reduction in building setbacks to increase flexibility in design
• Updated provisions pertaining to Additional Residential Units (ARUs)
• New provisions with respect to the Groundwater Recharge Area

Learn more and provide your feedback by contacting the Planning Department.

What is the Zoning By-Law?

The Zoning By‑law sets the rules for how land and buildings can be used in the Township of Russell.

It tells you:

• What type of uses are allowed on a property (for example, residential, commercial or agricultural)
• Minimum lot size and frontage
• Required setbacks from property lines
• Maximum building height
• Parking requirements
• And other development rules

The Zoning By‑law follows the direction set out in the Township’s Official Plan.

In some cases, you may apply for a minor variance or a Zoning By-law amendment if your project does not meet the current rules.

Read the Zoning By-Law

If you need help understanding the by‑law or finding the zoning for a property, contact the Planning Department.

Note: Documents on this page may not be compatible with screen readers or assistive technologies. If you need this information in an accessible format, please contact the Township.

Summary Sheets

The summary sheets below provide a quick overview of zoning rules. They do not include all requirements, and additional provisions in the Zoning By‑law may apply.

Residential Zones

• Residential One Zone (R1)
• Residential One-A Zone (R1A)
• Residential Two Zone (R2)
• Residential Three Zone (R3)

Commercial Zones

• Village Core Zone (VC)
• General Commercial Zone (C)

Agricultural Zones

• Restricted Agricultural Zone (A1)
• General Agricultural Zone (A2)

Commercial and Industrial Park Zones

• Commercial Park Zone (CP)
• Industrial Park Zone – Unserviced (MP2)

Schedules

• A1a – Embrun – West
• A1b – Embrun – Central North
• A1c – Embrun – Central South
• A1d – Embrun – East
• A2 – Russell
• A2a – Russell – Central
• A3 – Limoges
• A4 – Marionville
• A5 – Rural North
• A5a – Industrial Park
• A5b – Rural North East
• A6 – Rural South