Steven Mastoras

The applicant appealed the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of minor variances to permit the renovation and partial reconstruction of the Regent Theatre with a three-storey rear addition.

The Tribunal found that the property maintained a legal non-conforming use as a live theatre.

The Tribunal also found that the proposed variances met the four tests under s. 45(1) of the Planning Act, as they maintained the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, were desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and were minor in nature.

The appeal was allowed and the variances were authorized subject to conditions.