OTTCOA 2024

The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment for minor variances to permit a reduced lot width and lot area to construct a four-unit low-rise apartment building.

The existing dwelling and accessory structures would be demolished.

The Committee 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 represents orderly development without creating unacceptable adverse impacts, the Committee authorized the requested variances.

The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment for consent to a lot line adjustment under section 53 of the Planning Act.

The proposal involved conveying a portion of vacant agricultural land to an abutting property owner.

The Committee found the application consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and in the public interest, satisfying the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The application was granted subject to conditions.

The applicants sought minor variances to permit separate well and septic systems for an existing coach house and a reduced front yard setback of 5 metres.

The City's Planning Department recommended refusal, arguing the proposal did not meet the Official Plan's intent for shared services.

The Committee of Adjustment (majority) granted the application, finding that preserving the existing housing stock was desirable and met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act.

One member dissented, finding the application did not meet the intent of the Zoning By-law.

The applicant, 6382924 Canada Inc., applied for a minor variance to permit a reduced residential parking space rate of 1.1 parking spaces per dwelling unit for a residential tower under construction, whereas the Zoning By-law requires 1.2 spaces.

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

Finding that the variance was 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, 2473493 Ontario Inc., applied to the Committee of Adjustment for consent to sever a property into two separate parcels to create a new lot for a proposed three-storey low-rise apartment building, while retaining three existing apartment buildings on the other parcel.

The application included the creation of easements for vehicular and pedestrian access.

The Committee found that 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 Committee granted the provisional consent subject to several conditions, including cash-in-lieu of parkland, servicing plans, grading and drainage plans, and road widening conveyances.

The applicants sought minor variances to permit reduced interior side yard and rear yard setbacks to convert an existing two-storey semi-detached dwelling into an eight-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, noting that the proposal fits well in the area and respects the character of the neighbourhood.

The applications were granted.

The applicants sought a minor variance to permit a reduced rear yard setback of 27.8% of the lot depth (9.35 metres) to construct a one-storey addition at the rear of their dwelling.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the application met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting that the proposal fit well in the area, respected the neighbourhood's character, and would not create any unacceptable adverse impact on abutting properties.

The application was granted.

The applicants sought consent to sever their property into two separate parcels to construct a semi-detached dwelling, with the existing dwelling to be demolished.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the application under sections 53 and 51(24) of the Planning Act.

Finding that the proposal was consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, had adequate regard for matters of provincial interest, and met the statutory criteria, the Committee granted the provisional consent subject to conditions.

The applicant sought consent to sever its property into two parcels to construct a new school, with the retained lands to be merged with an abutting parcel.

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 application for consent was granted subject to conditions, including the demolition of the existing dwelling and the merging of the retained lands.

The applicant sought minor variances for reduced lot width and lot area to construct an eight-unit, low-rise apartment building and demolish an existing detached dwelling.

Area residents raised concerns regarding density, parking, and neighbourhood character.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the proposed development met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting that the proposal respected the character of the neighbourhood and represented orderly development.

The application was granted.

The applicants sought a minor variance under section 45 of the Planning Act to permit the construction of a detached dwelling with a front-facing attached garage, which was not permitted under the Zoning By-law due to a Streetscape Character Analysis.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the application and found that it met the four-part test under the Planning Act.

The variance was deemed minor, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The application was granted, subject to the construction being in accordance with the filed plans.

The applicants sought consent for a lot line adjustment to convey a 4.04-hectare portion of their property to an abutting lot.

The City requested a condition requiring a road widening dedication.

The applicants' agent requested that an existing log fence be permitted to remain within the expanded right of way.

The Committee of Adjustment granted the consent, finding it consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The Committee modified the road widening condition to allow the existing fence to remain.

The applicants applied to the Committee of Adjustment for a minor variance to permit an increased lot coverage of 21.62% to construct a one-storey addition and attached garage.

The City's initial concerns regarding the well and septic system were addressed.

The Committee found that the requested variance met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, as it was 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 application was granted.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property into two separate parcels to create separate ownership for each half of an existing semi-detached dwelling.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the application under the Planning Act and found it consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement.

The Committee determined that a plan of subdivision was not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the municipality.

The application was granted subject to several conditions, including requirements for independent services, a joint use and maintenance agreement, and a road widening conveyance.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property to create a new lot for a surplus farm dwelling, retaining the remaining land for farming operations.

The Committee of Adjustment reviewed the application against the criteria in section 51(24) of the Planning Act and the Provincial Policy Statement.

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

The applicants sought a minor variance under section 45 of the Planning Act to permit an increased building height of 5.9 metres for a coach house, whereas the Zoning By-law restricts the height to that of the principal dwelling (4.3 metres).

The application was unopposed.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variance met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting that the proposal fit well in the area, respected the character of the neighbourhood, and would not create any unacceptable adverse impact on abutting properties.

The application was granted.

The applicants sought a minor variance to permit a reduced rear yard setback of 4.5 metres for 55% of the lot width for a new detached dwelling.

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

The majority of the Committee found that the variance was 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 application was granted, with two members dissenting.

The applicant sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act to sever a vacant property into two separate parcels, one for commercial/industrial use and the other for a future subdivision, and to establish an easement/right of way.

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 provisional consent subject to several conditions, including the approval of concurrent minor variance applications and the provision of a hydrogeological report.

The applicants sought minor variances to permit an increased gross floor area for a new second-storey addition and a reduced setback from the normal high-water mark of the Jock River.

The property is subject to a floodplain overlay.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the requested variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1) of the Planning Act, noting that the proposed addition was within the existing footprint and would not significantly change the drainage pattern.

The application was unopposed and granted.

The Ottawa Hospital applied to the Committee of Adjustment for consent to enter into a long-term lease (75 years) and establish associated easements and rights-of-way to construct a seniors' retirement community on a portion of its property.

The City's Planning Department had no concerns.

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

The application for consent was granted subject to conditions.