Minor variance for driveway expansion denied due to excessive hardscaping and safety concerns.
The applicant appealed the Town of Milton Committee of Adjustment's decision denying a minor variance to permit an increased driveway width.
The applicant had expanded the driveway to accommodate parking for an Additional Residential Unit.
The Tribunal found that the variance did not have regard for matters of provincial interest due to safety concerns regarding emergency access.
Furthermore, the Tribunal concluded that the variance failed the four tests under section 45(1) of the Planning Act, as it resulted in excessive hardscaping, encroached on the Town's road allowance, and violated the Zoning By-law's parking orientation requirements.
The appeal was dismissed.
OLTOntario Land TribunalApr 17, 2026
