David Driedger

The appellant appealed a Committee of Adjustment decision denying 21 minor variances for a proposed three-storey, 9-unit apartment building and two laneway suites.

The proposal included one affordable rental unit.

The Tribunal found that the amended application was minor and required no further notice.

Applying the four tests under s. 45(1) of the Planning Act, the Tribunal accepted the expert planning evidence that the variances maintained the general intent 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.