SGC Admin: A little while back there was an upset caused when a lady who was running her business out of her home was told by the town that she had to “cease and desist” her business right away :( Which she did, but which also left her with financial loss and possible customer loss..The by laws in place were out dated and as such did not factor in the changing job market.
We are happy to say that the Town of Whitby’s policies have now been updated, a process that apparently hasn’t been done since the 1960’s!
SGC folk truly wish “Not Just the Cake Lady” well and (hopefully) if she decides to start-up her home based business once again we invite her to let us know so we can help spread the word.
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If you are like many of us, (including SGC) have a home based business, you may well let out a sigh of relief at the following policy updates… :)
- A home based business is permitted in all zones that allow a dwelling unit
- Instructional activity, such as academic tutoring, creative arts or fitness classes is limited to no more than three people at any one time.
- Vehicle parking for any non-resident employee be located in the driveway or a tandem parking space.
- No retail sales are permitted other than the sale of what is produced or repaired on site. Retails sales conducted by phone, internet or mail order are permitted provided that customers do not enter the property to inspect, purchase or take possession of any goods.
- Only one sign is permitted per dwelling unit and must be located on the wall or door; sign cannot exceed 11 by 17 inches and cannot be internally illuminated.
- No equipment or activities permitted that can create an adverse effect or become a nuisance in regard to noise, odour, fumes, flare, traffic or parking.
- That business licensing is not warranted or required for home-based businesses
For a complete list of rules, please see planning report PL 55-13 at www.whitby.ca
Council’s motion includes a direction to report back to this item in 6 months time. Residents are encouraged to forward their concerns or experiences regarding this item. Please visit www.whitby.ca/by-laws
source: Whitby This Week June 6 2013 Edition
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