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I-4 zone in Esquimalt: Utility

Esquimalt, British ColumbiaDraft, not yet reviewedBylaw read 2026-11-07

In short

The intent of this Zone is to accommodate installations related to gas and electrical

Zone rules

PurposeThe intent of this Zone is to accommodate installations related to gas and electrical
Main uses
  • Gas pressure reduction facility
  • Electrical substation facility
  • Communication facility
Maximum height, accessory buildings7.5 metres (accessory buildings)
Front setback7.5 metres
Street side setback4.5 metres
Other rules
  • Accessory building floor area may not exceed 5% of the lot area
  • No building within 7.5 metres of a lot line shared with a parcel zoned for a residential use
  • Landscaping required along the entire front lot line, minimum 7.5 metres wide except for driveways

Source: Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050 (consolidated for convenience to September 3, 2026), s. 56 (read 2026-11-07)

Rules in the bylaw's general sections (parking, fences, suites, home businesses) also apply, and a lot can have site-specific rules. Consolidated for convenience only; in case of discrepancy the original bylaw or amending bylaws must be consulted. Zone sections are in Part 5 (ss. 34 to 67); Comprehensive Development districts are s. 67.x. Abandoned, defeated and rescinded CD numbers are not listed. Zone pages are taken from the bylaw text by a research agent and have not yet been reviewed by a person: confirm with the bylaw before you rely on them. How answers are checked.

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