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Can I tear down my existing house or cottage and rebuild a new one, or build an addition onto my house or cottage if it doesn’t meet the current setback requirements?

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Can I tear down my existing house or cottage and rebuild a new one, or build an addition onto my house or cottage if it doesn’t meet the current setback requirements?

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Maybe. A building or structure that does not meet current requirements is considered “non-conforming”. There are many variables that determine whether you can re-build or build an addition onto a non-conforming structure. For more information refer to section 4.7 of the Zoning By-law or contact the Planning or Building Department.