Proposed By-law Amendments – Zoning By-law (596)

At a glance

• Why? To protect Brome Lake’s water quality, reduce runoff, and preserve the landscape.
• Where? Certain lakeshore zones, and some elements applicable across the entire territory.
• What? Updates to rules related to building height, lot coverage, and certain setbacks; addition of commercial uses in West Brome.
• Public consultation: Monday, February 23, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., at the Centre Lac-Brome.

View the presentation document

Objectives

• Limit soil impermeabilization
• Reduce runoff
• Simplify the method for calculating building height in order to reduce differing interpretations

Main proposed changes

1. Building height: amendment to the definition and calculation method
2. Lot coverage (accessory buildings): amendment to the definition of the percentage of lot coverage
3. Siting requirements in certain zones: reduction of the permitted footprint of the principal building and increase in side setbacks

To view the public notice, click here.

Addition of commercial uses (West Brome sector)

The Town is also proposing to add two commercial uses in zone UMV-1-P3 to allow:

• personal services (hairdressers, estheticians)
• indoor educational activities

Questions or further information

Do you have questions or would you like further details? A public consultation meeting will be held Monday, February 23, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., at Centre Lac-Brome.