Six proposed intervenors brought motions for leave to intervene in a stated case before the Divisional Court regarding the interpretation of the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Act, 2017.
The stated case concerns the Tribunal's power to call evidence and permit cross-examination in planning appeals.
The applicants and respondents generally did not oppose the interventions, provided they did not delay the proceedings.
One proposed intervenor, the Toronto Port Authority, also sought to be added as a party to obtain independent appeal rights.
The court granted intervenor status to all six proposed intervenors, finding they had a real interest and could make useful and distinct contributions.
However, the court denied the Toronto Port Authority's request for party status, concluding that granting it would unduly delay the determination of the main parties' rights.
