What type of businesses are allowed?

Properties in “Neighbourhood Interiors” have some limitations, but on Major Streets the following businesses are now allowed to operate out of residential properties:

Dining, food and entertainment

  • Restaurants
  • Take-out restaurants
  • Cafés
  • Licensed bars
  • Billiard and pool halls

Outdoor patios are allowed as a right on front and side yards with all take-out and sit-down restaurants and all retail stores.

Retail

  • Grocery stores
  • Convenience stores
  • Clothing and furniture stores
  • Cannabis stores
  • Vape shops
  • Other retail stores

Services

  • Hair and nail salons
  • Barbers
  • Pet grooming
  • Dry cleaners
  • Fitness clubs and gyms
  • Repair and service shops
  • Workshops and other service uses

Office, health and education

  • Medical offices
  • Massage therapy
  • Offices
  • Education uses
  • Performing arts studios
  • Artist studios
  • Production studios

Office, education and health-related services can also be located on the second floor.

To view the full list of permitted uses and City definitions → SEE List of Permitted Uses