Arto Keklikian

The applicant sought minor variances to permit an increased number of dwelling units (from 8 to 10) and reduced setbacks and landscaping for an existing low-rise apartment building undergoing renovations.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the variances for setbacks and landscaping met the four-part test under the Planning Act, as they were appropriate for the adaptive reuse of the building and improved site conditions.

However, the majority of the Committee found insufficient evidence that the variance for increased dwelling units maintained the general intent and purpose of the Zoning By-law.

The application was granted in part, with the setback and landscaping variances authorized and the dwelling unit variance denied.

The applicants applied to the City of Ottawa Committee of Adjustment for a minor variance to permit a reduced interior side yard setback of 0.7 metres for a proposed one-storey detached garage, whereas the Zoning By-law requires a minimum of 1.2 metres.

The application was unopposed and supported by City Planning.

The Committee granted the application, finding that the requested variance met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, as it was minor, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and maintained the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The applicant sought minor variances to permit the construction of a three-storey, 10-unit low-rise apartment dwelling, requiring reductions in front, rear, and interior side yard setbacks, and an increase in the maximum permitted dwelling units.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, as they were minor, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and maintained the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The application was granted subject to revised site plans.

The applicant sought minor variances to permit the construction of an eight-unit, low-rise apartment building, requiring reductions in lot width, lot area, and interior side yard setbacks.

The local community association and several residents opposed the application, raising concerns about overdevelopment, privacy, noise, and waste management.

The Committee of Adjustment refused the application, finding that the requested variances failed three of the four statutory tests under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

The Committee concluded that the proposal amounted to overdevelopment, was not desirable for the appropriate development of the land, did not maintain the general intent of the Zoning By-law, and would create an unacceptable adverse impact on the neighbourhood.

The applicants applied for a minor variance under section 45 of the Planning Act to permit a reduced interior side yard setback of 0.6 metres, instead of the required 1.2 metres, to build a new attached garage with a second-storey living space.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the application met the four-part statutory test, noting no objections from the City or neighbours.

The Committee concluded the variance was minor, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and maintained the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The application was granted.

The applicants applied for minor variances to permit the construction of an eight-unit, low-rise apartment building, requiring reductions in lot width, lot area, and yard setbacks.

The Committee of Adjustment evaluated the application against the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

Finding that the proposal fits well in the area, respects the character of the neighbourhood, and represents orderly development without creating unacceptable adverse impacts, the Committee concluded the variances were minor and desirable.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property into two separate parcels to establish separate ownership for each half of an existing semi-detached dwelling, along with associated easements.

The applicant also sought a minor variance to permit a reduced lot width for one of the parcels.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the consent applications met the criteria under the Planning Act and that the minor variance satisfied the four-part test.

The applications were granted subject to conditions.

The applicant sought a minor variance under section 45 of the Planning Act to permit the construction of a 10-unit low-rise apartment building, whereas the Zoning By-law permits a maximum of 8 units.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the evidence, including a City Planning Report with no concerns, and found that the requested variance met the statutory four-part test.

The Committee concluded that the proposal fits well in the area, respects the character of the neighbourhood, and represents orderly development.

The application was granted subject to a condition requiring a grading and drainage plan that includes rooftop storage stormwater management.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property containing a 24-storey mixed-use building into two parcels to establish separate ownerships for the hotel and residential components, along with associated easements.

The applicant also sought a minor variance to permit a reduced drive aisle width of 4 metres in the parking garage.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the consent applications satisfied the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act and that the minor variance met the four-part test under subsection 45(1).

Both the consent and minor variance applications were granted, subject to conditions.

The applicants sought minor variances to construct a detached dwelling with an additional dwelling unit and an accessory structure.

The requested variances included an increased deck projection, increased building height, and reduced setback for an accessory structure.

After considering oral and written submissions, including support and opposition from neighbours, the Committee of Adjustment found that the variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

The Committee concluded that the proposal fits well in the area, respects the neighbourhood character, and will not create unacceptable adverse impacts.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act for a lot line adjustment to convey a vacant 46.7 square metre parcel to an abutting property.

The application was unopposed and supported by the City's Planning Report.

The Committee of Adjustment granted the application, finding it consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act, subject to standard conditions including parcel consolidation.

The applicant sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act to sever a property into two separate parcels to create separate ownership for each half of a semi-detached dwelling currently under construction.

The Committee of Adjustment found that a plan of subdivision was not necessary and that the application met the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The application was granted subject to conditions.

The applicants sought consent to sever their property into two parcels to construct a two-and-a-half-storey semi-detached dwelling, along with several minor variances including reduced rear yard setbacks, lot area, and permission for front-facing attached garages.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the consent application met the criteria under the Planning Act and that the variances satisfied the four-part test, being minor, desirable, and maintaining the intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The applications were granted subject to conditions, with two members dissenting on the variances permitting front-facing garages.

The applicant sought minor variances to construct a carport on the east side of the existing dwelling.

The requested variances included reductions to the interior side yard setback, front yard setback, landscape strip, and driveway width, as well as increases to walkway width and entrance setbacks.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting no objections from the City Planner or neighbours.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property into two parcels to create two new lots for two three-storey, low-rise apartment buildings.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the application met the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act, was consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, and was in the public interest.

The application for consent was granted subject to conditions.

The applicant sought a minor variance to permit a reduced lot width of 9.97 metres, where 10 metres is required, to construct two three-storey apartment buildings.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the variance met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting that the proposal fits well in the area and respects the character of the neighbourhood.

The application was granted.

The applicant applied for a minor variance to permit a reduced corner side yard setback of 1.5 metres for the construction of a three-storey, eight-unit, low-rise apartment building.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the application under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

Finding that the variance is minor, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and maintains the general intent and purpose of both the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, the Committee granted the application.

The applicant sought minor variances to permit reduced interior side and rear yard setbacks, and to locate a communal amenity area within an interior yard, for the construction of two four-storey apartment buildings.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting no objections from the City or the public.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought minor variances to permit a reduced lot area, lot width, and rear yard setback for the construction of a nine-unit, low-rise apartment building.

The application was unopposed, and the City's Planning Report raised no concerns.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, as they were minor, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and maintained the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property into three parcels for the construction of three townhouses, along with associated minor variances for lot area, lot width, rear yard setbacks, and driveway width.

The primary issue was the proposed removal of a healthy tree located outside the as-of-right building envelope.

Two committee members found the proposal consistent with intensification policies and the statutory tests, while two members found the loss of the tree avoidable and contrary to Official Plan policies prioritizing tree retention.

Due to the tie vote, the applications for consent and minor variances were deemed refused pursuant to the Committee's Rules of Procedure.