Hamilton By-law 23-162, s. 22(1) — Property Standards By-law

A kitchen shall contain:

• (a) a sink serviced with potable running water and a splash back which are water and grease resistant;
• (b) a work surface of at least.74 m, which is impervious to grease and water;
• (c) storage facilities for food, dishes and cooking utensils having an interior capacity of at least.8 m, of sufficient strength that they will not collapse, tip or, if fastened to a wall, become detached when filled;
• (d) space sufficient to accommodate a cooking range or countertop cooking unit and refrigerator without placing such cooking range, countertop cooking unit or refrigerator in a location that provides access to or egress from the kitchen; and
• (e) every cupboard, kitchen fixture and fitting shall be maintained in a state of good repair and working order. Bath or Shower Rooms and Toilet Rooms