Michael Wright

The applicant appealed the City of Ottawa Committee of Adjustment's decision denying minor variances to permit the construction of two new detached dwellings on a subdivided property.

The variances sought reductions in lot width, lot area, and a corner yard setback.

The Tribunal accepted uncontested expert planning evidence that the proposal represents desirable infill development consistent with provincial and municipal policies.

The appeal was allowed and the variances were authorized.

The appellant appealed the Committee of Adjustment's denial of a minor variance application to facilitate the construction of two detached single-family dwellings.

The requested variances included reductions in lot width, lot area, garage setback, and rear yard setback.

The Tribunal allowed the appeal and authorized the variances, finding that the proposed development meets the four tests under section 45(1) of the Planning Act, represents appropriate residential intensification, and is compatible with the existing neighbourhood character.

The applicant appealed the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of minor variances required to convert an existing three-unit dwelling into a four-unit low-rise apartment by adding a basement unit.

The requested variances related to minimum lot width, lot area, and interior side yard setback.

The City did not appear but indicated it had no concerns.

Relying on uncontroverted expert planning evidence, the Tribunal found the proposal represented appropriate residential intensification consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and the City's Official Plan.

The appeal was allowed and the variances were authorized.