Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 4 Exam Practice

How do zoning bylaws in Ontario get enacted?

1. By municipal councils

2. Through the federal government

3. Via the provincial legislature

4. With real estate board's consent

5. With industry representative votes

6. With public referendums

The correct answer is: By municipal councils

Zoning bylaws in Ontario are enacted by municipal councils. This process is essential because local governments have the authority to regulate land use within their jurisdictions. Municipal councils develop and implement zoning bylaws tailored to the specific needs and characteristics of their communities. Zoning bylaws help manage land use by determining how land can be used in various areas, dictating the types of activities that can occur, and ensuring that developments align with the community's development plans and objectives. By concentrating this power at the municipal level, the councils can be more responsive to local conditions and concerns, engaging with residents and stakeholders to address specific needs. The other options involve levels of government or processes that do not directly influence the enactment of municipal zoning bylaws. The federal government does not engage in local zoning matters, and while the provincial legislature sets overarching planning legislation and policies, it does not enact individual bylaws. Real estate boards, industry representatives, and public referendums may play roles in community discussions or feedback mechanisms but do not have the authority to enact zoning bylaws themselves.