Stephan Szczerbak

The applicant appealed the Town of Gravenhurst's refusal of Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments intended to permit a mixed-use development, including commercial, residential, and amenity spaces, along the waterfront.

Prior to the hearing, the parties reached a settlement based on a revised proposal.

The Tribunal accepted uncontested expert planning evidence that the proposed amendments are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, conform to the applicable Official Plans, and represent good land use planning by providing appropriate intensification.

The appeals were allowed in part to approve the amendments in accordance with the settlement.