Appeals allowed to permit a 76-unit high-density residential development, finding it represents good land-use planning.
The appellant appealed the City of Peterborough's failure to adopt an Official Plan Amendment and its neglect to make a decision on a Zoning By-law Amendment.
The amendments sought to change the designation of the subject lands from Commercial to High Density Residential to permit a 76-unit, 7-storey residential building.
The Tribunal heard extensive expert evidence on land-use planning, ecology, transportation, and engineering.
The Tribunal preferred the evidence of the appellant's experts and City staff, finding that the proposal represents an appropriate infill development that is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, conforms to the Growth Plan and the City's Official Plan, and has adequate regard for environmental and safety concerns.
The appeals were allowed and the amendments approved.
OLTOntario Land TribunalApr 20, 2022
