Zoning
Zoning By-law 26-007 (Form-Based Residential Zones)
Phase One of the City of Cambridge Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-007 came into effect on February 3, 2026. It regulates certain residential land uses and provides updated regulations on buildings and structures, lot location (sheds and decks), building height, parking, and landscaping requirements.
Zoning By-law 150-85 (2012 Consolidation)
The City of Cambridge Zoning By-law 150-85, as amended, came into effect on May 25, 1987. It regulates all other land uses, including residential lands deferred from Phase One of the City’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law. It provides regulations for the location of buildings and structures (sheds and decks), building height, density, parking facilities and landscaping to ensure orderly development.
Before applying for a building permit or a business license, please check the zoning regulations for your property first. View the interactive zoning map below to view a property.
For more information, contact planning@cambridge.ca
Zoning By-law Amendments
Zoning by-law amendment applications amend the City of Cambridge Zoning By-law to allow a use which the by-law does not currently allow or change specific zone regulations. Zoning By-Law Amendment Applications can be submitted through the City of Cambridge Online Applications Portal.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is a body appointed by Council made up of five members from the community. The Committee of Adjustment may consider a variation from the requirements of the Zoning By-law called a minor variance. For more information regarding the Committee of Adjustment, please visit the Committee of Adjustment webpage.
