Consent applications for two new residential lots approved as appropriate infill conforming to planning policies.
The applicant appealed the Town's refusal of two consent applications to create two new residential lots from an existing property in the Village of Queenston.
The Tribunal heard evidence from multiple experts on land use planning, cultural heritage, transportation, and stormwater management.
The Tribunal preferred the applicant's planning evidence, finding that the proposed lots represent appropriate modest infill that conforms to the Town's Official Plan and Secondary Plan.
The Tribunal accepted uncontroverted evidence that the development would not negatively impact adjacent cultural heritage resources.
While acknowledging concerns about sight lines for the middle lot's driveway due to the road's steep grade, the Tribunal found this could be addressed through the required municipal entrance permit process.
The appeal was allowed and provisional consent granted subject to conditions.
OLTOntario Land TribunalMay 25, 2023
