Minor variances for reduced front yard setbacks for a porch and ornamental structures authorized.
The applicant appealed the refusal of a minor variance application to permit reduced front lot line setbacks for a partially constructed porch platform and proposed ornamental structures on a residential property.
The Town did not appear at the hearing.
Relying on the uncontested expert planning evidence, the Tribunal found that the variances met the four tests under section 45(1) of the Planning Act, as the existing dwelling already had a legal non-complying setback and the additions would not adversely impact the streetscape.
The appeal was allowed and the variances were authorized subject to conditions.
OLTOntario Land TribunalMar 3, 2023
