Minor variances authorized to permit a detached accessory dwelling unit on a private septic system.
The appellant appealed the City of Barrie Committee of Adjustment's denial of minor variances required to convert an existing accessory structure into a detached accessory dwelling unit.
The variances sought relief for rear and side yard setbacks, landscape buffering, and the use of a private septic system instead of municipal services.
The Tribunal preferred the appellant's land use planning evidence, finding that the proposal is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, conforms to the Growth Plan and Official Plan, and meets the four tests under the Planning Act.
The appeal was allowed and the variances were authorized.
OLTOntario Land TribunalNov 30, 2022
