Sharon Lécuyer

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

The Committee of Adjustment found the application consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement and the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The application was granted subject to conditions, including building code compliance, separate servicing, and a joint use and maintenance agreement.

The applicant sought minor variances to permit reduced interior side yard and rear yard setbacks, as well as a reduced rear yard area, to facilitate the conversion of an existing 4-unit dwelling into an 8-unit low-rise apartment building.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting that the proposal fits well in the area, respects the neighbourhood character, and represents orderly development without unacceptable adverse impacts.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought permission under subsection 45(2) of the Planning Act to expand an existing legal non-conforming gas bar use to permit a take-out restaurant inside the existing convenience store.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the proposal met the two-part test for desirability and impact, noting that a traffic study supported the application and City Planning had no concerns.

The application was granted, with one member dissenting.

The applicants sought consent to sever their property into two parcels to construct a two-storey, semi-detached dwelling, along with minor variances for reduced interior side yard setbacks.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the applications met the criteria under the Planning Act, including the four-part test for minor variances, and that the proposal was consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement.

The applications were granted subject to conditions.

The applicant sought consent for a lot line adjustment to convey a portion of their property containing half of a detached garage to an abutting property, and a minor variance for a reduced lot area resulting from the conveyance.

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

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

The applicant sought minor variances to add three dwelling units to an existing 10-unit apartment building and to renovate the front façade.

The requested variances included reduced amenity space, reduced communal amenity area in the rear yard, and projections into the front yard in an area subject to a heritage overlay.

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 a minor variance to permit a reduced rear yard setback of 4.5 metres for the construction of a three-storey, 12-unit low-rise apartment building.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the proposal met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting it respected the neighbourhood's character and would not create unacceptable adverse impacts.

The application was granted subject to conformity with the filed site plan and elevation drawings.

The applicants sought minor variances to enlarge and convert an existing rear yard accessory structure into a coach house, including a new roof dormer and increased building height.

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 neighbours.

The application was granted, subject to the construction complying with the filed plans.

The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment for minor variances to permit the construction of a new three-storey semi-detached dwelling.

The requested variances included relief for lot width, lot area, front-facing garages, driveway width, and building height.

Despite City concerns regarding the front-facing garages, the Committee found the proposal fit the neighbourhood character and met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

The applications were granted.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property into two separate parcels to construct an 8-unit apartment building on each parcel, requiring the demolition of the existing dwelling.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act and the Provincial Planning Statement, 2024.

Finding that the proposal was consistent with provincial policies promoting urban intensification and that adequate municipal services were available, the Committee granted the applications subject to conditions.

The applicant, Trustees of Southminster United Church, applied for minor variances to permit two surface parking spaces in a corner side yard and not located within a building, contrary to the Zoning By-law.

The City expressed concerns regarding the pedestrian-oriented intent of the Traditional Mainstreet Zone.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting no compelling evidence of unacceptable adverse impacts on neighbouring properties.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought a minor variance to permit an instructional facility (a yoga studio) to occupy 4.4% of the ground floor fronting on a street, whereas the zoning by-law required 100% of the ground floor to be occupied by listed uses that did not include an instructional facility.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the application met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting that the proposal fit well in the area, respected the character of the neighbourhood, and would not create any unacceptable adverse impact.

The application was granted.

The applicants sought minor variances to permit a front-facing attached garage for a new two-storey detached dwelling, contrary to the Zoning By-law.

The City Planner raised concerns regarding Official Plan policies directing parking to be hidden.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the proposal fit well in the area, respected the neighbourhood's character, and met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought a minor variance to permit an increased building height of 9.45 metres, compared to the permitted 8.5 metres, to convert attic space into living space.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the application met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

The variance was deemed minor, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act to sever a residential property into two separate parcels for future development, which would involve demolishing the existing dwelling.

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

The Committee of Adjustment granted the application, finding that a plan of subdivision was not necessary and that the proposal was consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement and met the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act.

Provisional consent was granted subject to standard conditions regarding demolition, servicing, and grading.

The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment for minor variances to permit a reduced lot width and lot area for the construction of a 10-unit low-rise apartment building.

Neighbours objected, citing concerns about density, neighbourhood character, and parking.

The Committee found that the proposal fit well in the area, respected the neighbourhood character, and represented orderly development.

The Committee concluded that the variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act and granted the application.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property into two separate parcels to construct two semi-detached dwellings, with the existing dwelling to be demolished.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the application under the Planning Act and found it consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement.

The Committee granted the provisional consent subject to several conditions, including requirements for servicing, stormwater management, and noise control.

The applicants sought consent to sever their property into two parcels to create a new lot for a low-rise apartment building, along with associated easements.

They also requested minor variances for reduced lot area and rear yard setback.

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

The applications were granted subject to conditions.

The applicant sought minor variances to convert an existing eight-unit low-rise apartment building into a ten-unit building, requiring relief for front yard projection, rear yard setback, maximum dwelling units, and rear yard area.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting no concerns from City Planning and no compelling evidence of adverse impacts on neighbouring properties.

The application was granted, subject to compliance with the submitted site plan and elevations.

The applicants requested a change of conditions to a provisional consent previously granted for the severance of land to construct four apartment buildings.

They sought to separate the conditions into three phases to enable phased development and occupancy.

The City Planner had no concerns.

The Committee of Adjustment (with one member dissenting) found the requested change, while not minor, was reasonable and necessary as it would facilitate housing development consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement.

The application was granted and the conditions were replaced accordingly.