Some Guelph Eramosa residents are concerned with a proposed bylaw that would limit where skilled trade, home-based businesses would be permitted.
The proposed by-law deals specifically with trade uses like a home-based plumber, electrician, or welder. It also includes craft or artisan uses like woodworking or welding and service uses like small engine repair, home cleaning business and the like.
Some people argued at a public meeting on the issue Monday that allowing trades people to work from home would cut down on commuting, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and allow people in the community to access services like small engine repair right in their neighbourhoods.
Mayor Chris White explained they want to allow these types of businesses while preventing conflicts with neighbours over noise.
Staff have be directed to revise the bylaw with information from Monday’s council meeting and bring it back in a month’s time.
