Appeal dismissed; minor variances for a Crisis Care Centre authorized as they meet the four tests.
The appellant appealed a Committee of Adjustment decision approving six minor variances to permit the construction of an addition to an existing dwelling for a Crisis Care Centre.
The requested variances included reductions in side yard and centreline setbacks, and a reduction in required parking spaces from 22 to 13.
The Tribunal accepted the uncontradicted expert planning, transportation, and architectural evidence presented by the applicant.
The Tribunal found that the variances met the four tests under section 45(1) of the Planning Act, being consistent with provincial policies, maintaining the intent of the official plan and zoning by-law, and being minor and desirable for the appropriate development of the land.
The appeal was dismissed and the variances were authorized subject to conditions.
OLTOntario Land TribunalOct 26, 2022
