By-laws

Municipal by-laws help to keep our City a safe and enjoyable place to work and live. Online versions of some of the most commonly referred to by-laws can be found below. Copies of these or other by-laws can be obtained by contacting Service Oshawa.

Use these links to access some of the most commonly referred to by-laws.

The Traffic By-law outlines all regulations related to use of the roadway by vehicles and pedestrians.

The Zoning By-law identifies the zoning and land use for properties within the City.

All other common by-laws can be found here.

Municipal Law Enforcement Officers work with residents and businesses to ensure they are meeting the requirements of a variety of by-laws. 

The new regional Smoking and Vaping By-law bans smoking and vaping of tobacco, vapour products and cannabis in public places and the workplace. Learn more about the new regulations at durham.ca/tobacco.