J. Campbell

The appellant appealed the Niagara Escarpment Commission's approval of a development permit allowing the applicant to renovate an existing accessory building into a washroom facility for an on-farm event venue.

The Tribunal heard uncontested expert planning evidence that the proposal conformed with the Niagara Escarpment Plan and was consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement.

The Tribunal dismissed the appeal and confirmed the decision to conditionally approve the development permit.

The appellant appealed a Director's Order requiring it to cease discharging raw sewage from its septic tanks into the leaching bed and to retain a licensed waste hauler.

Following an Interim Settlement Agreement, the appellant applied for an Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA) for an upgraded wastewater treatment system.

At a status hearing, the Ontario Land Tribunal was advised that the ECA was expected to be issued within two months.

The Tribunal ordered a further status hearing to be held on August 25, 2022, to provide an update and confirm ongoing compliance with the settlement agreement.

The Tribunal held a Case Management Conference regarding an appeal from the respondent conservation authority's refusal to permit the construction of a pool cabana.

The parties indicated a willingness to discuss settlement but requested a hearing date in the alternative.

The Tribunal scheduled a one-day video hearing and directed the parties to file a Procedural Order and Issues List.

The appellant appealed conditions in an Amended Environmental Compliance Approval relating to odour emissions from its animal by-product processing plant.

The parties reached a settlement to replace a mandatory odour performance limit with an odour objective, requiring comprehensive updates to the Odour Management Plan and continuous improvement measures.

The Ontario Land Tribunal approved the settlement, finding that the proposed amendments satisfy the statutory requirements of the Environmental Protection Act and are in the public interest.

The appellant appealed the respondent conservation authority's refusal to grant permission for the construction of a detached dwelling and garage.

At a Case Management Conference, the parties requested additional time to prepare a draft Procedural Order and Issues List.

The Tribunal scheduled a further Case Management Conference and directed the parties to file the required documents beforehand.

The Ontario Land Tribunal held a Case Management Conference regarding an appeal of the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority's refusal to grant permission for development.

The parties agreed to narrow the issues for the hearing and to prepare a Procedural Order.

The Tribunal scheduled a further Case Management Conference and set dates for a three-day video hearing.

At a Case Management Conference regarding an appeal of a development permit approval for an accessory structure, the property owner was granted party status on consent.

The parties indicated a willingness to engage in settlement discussions concerning a Final Vegetation Protection Plan.

The Tribunal scheduled a further Case Management Conference to allow the parties time to negotiate a settlement or, alternatively, to submit a draft Procedural Order and Issues List.

At a Case Management Conference regarding an appeal of a development permit for an on-farm diversified use, the Ontario Land Tribunal determined the Issues List for the upcoming hearing.

The Tribunal approved the issues proposed by the Niagara Escarpment Commission, with an amendment to include water quality and quantity.

The Tribunal struck several issues proposed by the appellant, finding that concerns regarding the need for a site visit, the applicant's past conduct, and the need for an occupancy permit were not substantive issues for adjudication under the applicable legislation.

A procedural order was issued and a one-day video hearing was scheduled.

The appellants appealed a Director's Order issued under the Environmental Protection Act regarding environmental concerns at a property in Kitchener.

During a Case Management Conference, the appellants sought an oral motion for an interim stay of the order, while the respondent sought to schedule a motion to dismiss the appeal for lack of jurisdiction due to time limitations.

The Tribunal declined to entertain the oral motion for an interim stay and directed the parties to proceed with their respective preliminary motions by way of formal Notice of Motion in accordance with the Tribunal's Rules of Practice and Procedure.

The Case Management Conference was adjourned to allow the parties to complete their motions.

The Ontario Land Tribunal held a second Case Management Conference regarding an appeal of a development permit for the reconstruction of Olde Baseline Road.

The parties indicated they were actively engaged in settlement discussions and anticipated a resolution in the near term.

The Tribunal encouraged the continued discussions and scheduled a further Case Management Conference for late March 2022, directing the parties to report on the status of their settlement efforts prior to the next appearance.

The appellants appealed the Niagara Escarpment Commission's approval of a development permit for a parking lot expansion.

After the appellants failed to attend two consecutive Case Management Conferences, the Tribunal converted the second CMC into a hearing on the merits.

However, upon learning the appellants had emergencies preventing their attendance, the Tribunal scheduled a one-day hearing on a pre-emptory basis to allow them to present their case.

At a Case Management Conference regarding an appeal of a development permit for an on-farm diversified use, the Applicant requested party status.

The Hearing Office granted the request on consent, finding the Applicant had a genuine and direct interest in the proceeding.

The parties also discussed the identification of issues and the scheduling of the hearing, resulting in procedural directions and a scheduled hearing date.

At a Case Management Conference regarding an appeal of a development permit for the re-construction of Olde Baseline Road, the Regional Municipality of Peel requested and was granted Party status on consent.

The Hearing Office directed the parties to refine the issues list and scheduled a further Case Management Conference.