Consent to sever and minor variances for semi-detached dwellings refused for failing statutory tests.
The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment for consent to sever a property into two parcels to construct semi-detached dwellings, and for minor variances for reduced lot width and rear yard setbacks.
Neighbours raised concerns regarding overdevelopment, loss of trees, parking, and traffic.
The Committee found that the requested variances did not meet the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, as they were not minor, not desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and did not maintain the general intent and purpose of the Zoning By-law.
The consent and minor variance applications were refused.
OTTCOAOttawa Committee of AdjustmentMay 30, 2025