Minor variances for reduced lot area and frontage authorized to facilitate an accessory dwelling unit.
The appellant appealed the Committee of Adjustment's denial of a minor variance application to facilitate an accessory dwelling unit in the basement of an existing house.
The requested variances were for reduced lot area and lot frontage.
The City did not attend the hearing, and the appeal was unopposed.
The Tribunal allowed the appeal, finding that the variances met the four-part test under section 45(1) of the Planning Act, as they maintained the general intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, were desirable for the appropriate development of the land by providing affordable housing options, and were minor in nature.
OLTOntario Land TribunalSep 3, 2021
