How to Make a Site Plan

Find the section in the Zoning Bylaw that outlines the specific use and parcel requirements for your zone.

a. For example, s.11.1: R1 Zone (Single Detached and Duplex Residential)

Locate the 'minimum parcel requirements' table (found under 'zone specific regulations') to determine required setbacks.

Draw all required info on your site plan, making sure to include the following elements

north arrow and scale
property lines as per the most recent legal survey
the location and labeling of all abutting streets, lanes, highways, sidewalks, water bodies, and vegetation any easements that might exist
all existing and proposed buildings and structures on the lot (this includes decks, porches, steps, fences and similar), labelled with their:
- Use
- Dimensions
proposed building-to-building, and building-to-property line setbacks
location and size of parking areas / loading facilities