Proposed expropriation of temporary and permanent easements for transit project found fair, sound, and reasonably necessary.
The expropriating authority sought to expropriate temporary and permanent easements over the owners' properties to facilitate a road widening and bus rapid transit project.
The owners requested a Hearing of Necessity under the Expropriations Act.
The Tribunal found that the proposed permanent easement for a hydro pole and the temporary easements for construction access and grading were fair, sound, and reasonably necessary to achieve the expropriating authority's objectives.
The Tribunal recommended that the temporary easements include a fixed expiry date and specific details regarding permitted uses to provide certainty to the owners.
The Tribunal also recommended that the expropriating authority pay $200 in costs to each of the participating owners.
OLTOntario Land TribunalMay 8, 2026
