OTTCOA 2023

The applicant sought consent to sever a property into four separate parcels to construct two long semi-detached dwellings, each containing a secondary dwelling unit, and to establish associated easements for vehicular access and parking.

The City's Forestry Services raised concerns regarding the removal of a large tree and requested revised plans.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the proposal was consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, had regard for matters of provincial interest, and satisfied the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The applications were granted subject to several conditions, including requirements for tree protection, servicing, grading, and noise attenuation.

The applicant, the Estate of Sherri Watson, applied for consent under section 53 of the Planning Act for a lot line adjustment to convey a landlocked portion of its property to an abutting property owner as part of a mutual land exchange.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act and found that a plan of subdivision was not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the municipality.

The Committee granted the provisional consent subject to conditions, including the consolidation of the severed lands with the abutting property.

The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment for consent to sever a property into two separate parcels to construct two detached dwellings, requiring the demolition of the existing dwelling.

The Committee considered the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act and found the proposal consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement.

The Committee granted provisional consent subject to several conditions, including the approval of concurrent minor variance applications, payment of cash-in-lieu of parkland, and the provision of independent servicing for both parcels.

The applicants sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act to sever their property into two separate parcels to create one new lot for future residential development, while retaining the existing dwelling.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act and the Provincial Policy Statement.

Finding that a plan of subdivision was not necessary and that the proposal was consistent with provincial and municipal planning policies, the Committee granted the provisional consent subject to standard conditions.

The applicants sought minor variances to permit an increased front yard setback and a reduced building height to construct an addition and attached garage on the north side of their existing detached dwelling.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

Finding that the proposal fits well in the area, respects the character of the neighbourhood, and will not create any unacceptable adverse impact, the Committee concluded the variances were minor, desirable, and maintained the general intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The application was granted.

The applicants sought consent for a lot line adjustment to convey a portion of their property to an abutting property owner.

The City Planner and the South Nation Conservation Authority raised concerns regarding the capacity of each lot to accommodate a new septic system.

The Committee of Adjustment granted the application, subject to conditions including the completion of a conceptual septic system design to the satisfaction of the Ottawa Septic System Office, finding that the proposal was consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and met the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The applicant sought minor variances to permit reduced interior side yard and rear yard setbacks to construct two three-storey, low-rise apartment buildings on a subdivided property.

The Committee of Adjustment applied the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

Finding that the proposal fits well in the area, respects the neighbourhood's character, and creates no unacceptable adverse impacts, the Committee concluded the variances were minor, desirable, and maintained the general intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The applications were granted.

The applicant sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act for a lot line adjustment to convey a 0.80-hectare portion of their property to an abutting owner.

At the hearing, the applicant's agent requested that the Committee not impose a condition recommended by the City Planner requiring an agreement on title regarding groundwater quality and quantity, arguing it was unwarranted as no development was proposed.

The Committee agreed not to impose the condition, finding the application consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The application for provisional consent was granted subject to standard conditions.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property into two separate parcels to construct a semi-detached dwelling.

The Committee of Adjustment found the proposal consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The application was granted subject to conditions, including parkland dedication, tree protection, and noise attenuation measures.

The applicant sought consent for a lot line adjustment to convey a 1,630 square metre landlocked parcel to an abutting property.

The City opposed the application, arguing it was not consistent with policies protecting prime agricultural areas.

The Committee of Adjustment granted the application, finding that the requested conditions for a Zoning By-law Amendment and groundwater agreement were unnecessary.

The Committee concluded the proposal was consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, had adequate regard for matters of provincial interest, and met the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The applicants sought minor variances to subdivide their property into three separate parcels to construct three new two-storey townhouse dwellings.

The requested variances included reductions in soft landscaping, lot width, and garage setbacks.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting that the proposal fits well in the area and will not create any unacceptable adverse impact on neighbouring properties.

The applications were granted, subject to the revised site plan.

The applicants sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act to subdivide their property into three separate parcels for the construction of three new two-storey townhouse dwellings.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act and found the proposal consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement.

The applications were granted subject to several conditions, including a development agreement for an asphalt overlay and a noise attenuation study.

The applicant, Intek Building Inc., applied for consent to sever a property to create two new parcels for the construction of two three-storey semi-detached dwellings with secondary dwelling units, while retaining a parcel for a detached dwelling.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act and the Provincial Policy Statement.

Finding that the proposal promotes efficient land use and intensification within a built-up area, the Committee granted the provisional consent subject to several conditions, including the approval of concurrent minor variance applications and the provision of a noise attenuation study.

The applicants sought minor variances to permit reduced front and interior side yard setbacks to construct a two-car garage in place of an existing carport.

The Committee of Adjustment applied the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

Finding that the variances were minor, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and maintained the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, the Committee granted the application.

The applicant sought minor variances to permit reduced interior side, front, and rear yard setbacks to convert an existing semi-detached dwelling into a six-unit low-rise apartment building.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, as they regularized existing conditions, fit well within the neighbourhood, and maintained the general intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The application was granted.

The applicants sought a minor variance to permit the construction of a low-rise apartment building with 10 dwelling units, whereas the zoning by-law permitted a maximum of eight.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

The Committee found that the variance related to density rather than building size, the lot greatly exceeded the minimum size, and the proposal fit well within the area without causing unacceptable adverse impacts.

The application was granted.

The applicant sought consent to sever land and establish an easement to construct a three-storey, three-unit townhouse dwelling with secondary dwelling units.

The Committee of Adjustment found the proposal consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, promoting efficient land use and intensification.

The Committee granted the provisional consent subject to conditions, including a tree planting plan, grading and drainage plan, and a joint use and maintenance agreement.

The applicant sought consent to subdivide a property into two separate parcels to establish separate ownership for each half of an existing semi-detached dwelling, along with necessary easements for access.

The City's Planning Report raised no concerns, and the Committee found the proposal consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The Committee granted the provisional consent subject to conditions, including the provision of a servicing plan and a joint use and maintenance agreement.

The applicants sought a minor variance to permit a driveway to be located between the front wall of a dwelling and the street for the construction of a detached dwelling.

An initial variance regarding a watercourse setback was removed after the proposal was redesigned.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variance met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting it was compatible with the surrounding area and would not create any unacceptable adverse impact.

The application was granted as amended.

The applicant sought a minor variance from the Zoning By-law to permit office and research and development centre uses on the ground floor within six metres of the front wall of an existing commercial building and addition.

The Committee of Adjustment applied the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

Finding that the proposal fits well in the area, respects the character of the neighbourhood, and will not create any unacceptable adverse impact, the Committee concluded the variance was minor, desirable, and maintained the general intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The application was granted.