S. Reed

The appellant appealed the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of a minor variance required to build a laneway suite at the rear of their property.

The variance sought a reduced south side yard setback for a portion of the second floor.

A neighbouring participant opposed the variance, citing concerns over loss of sky views, snow deposits, and heat reflection.

The Toronto Local Appeal Body allowed the appeal and authorized the variance, finding that it met the four tests under the Planning Act, maintained the intent of the zoning by-law, and supported the City's goals for complete communities and family-oriented laneway housing.