OTTCOA 2026

The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment for consent to sever a property into two parcels and for minor variances to permit reduced lot widths for the construction of two detached dwellings.

The applications were unopposed and supported by the City's Planning Report.

The Committee found that the consent application satisfied the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act and that the minor variances met the four-part test under subsection 45(1).

The applications were granted subject to conditions.

The applicant sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act for a lot line adjustment to convey a 14-square-metre landlocked portion of its property to an abutting property owner.

The application was unopposed and supported by city planning staff.

The Committee of Adjustment granted the application, finding that a plan of subdivision was not necessary and that the proposal was consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement and met the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The applicant sought minor variances to permit rear yard parking for a newly constructed three-storey semi-detached dwelling, contrary to the zoning by-law which restricts rear yard parking to legally provided garages.

The Committee of Adjustment refused the applications, finding that the proposal did not meet the four-part test under s. 45(1) of the Planning Act.

Specifically, the variances were not desirable for the appropriate development of the land, did not maintain the general intent and purpose of the zoning by-law, and were not minor due to unacceptable adverse impacts on neighbours and the streetscape.

The applicant sought a minor variance to expand an existing front porch by adding a deck above the driveway, projecting 2.3 metres into the required front yard where the maximum permitted is 2 metres.

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

Finding no unacceptable adverse impacts on neighbouring properties and noting the City's lack of concerns, 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 as amended.

The applicant sought consent to sever a property to create a new lot for a six-storey apartment building while retaining existing townhouse dwellings on the other lot.

The application included requests for easements for access, parking, and servicing.

The Committee of Adjustment granted the applications, finding that a plan of subdivision was not necessary and that the proposal was consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement and the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act, subject to conditions including the registration of a restrictive covenant.

The applicant sought minor variances to permit an increased building height of 38.3 metres and an enclosed rooftop space for a 12-storey residential building under construction.

The application was amended at the hearing to remove a third variance.

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, respects the character of the neighbourhood, and represents orderly development compatible with the surrounding area.

The application was granted as amended.

The applicant sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act to sever a property into two separate parcels to create one new lot for future residential development.

The Committee of Adjustment considered the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act and the Provincial Planning Statement, 2024.

Finding that a plan of subdivision was not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the municipality, the Committee granted the application subject to conditions, including requirements for a development envelope, hydrogeological reporting, and a mineral resource impact assessment.

The applicant sought a minor variance to permit a reduced lot width of 10.06 metres, whereas the zoning by-law required 12.0 metres, to facilitate the construction of a three-storey, eight-unit low-rise apartment building.

The Committee of Adjustment evaluated the application against the four-part test under 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 both the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, the Committee granted the application.

The applicant sought a certificate of validation under section 57 of the Planning Act to correct a title error resulting from past transfers that contravened section 50 of the Act.

The Committee of Adjustment reviewed the application against the criteria in subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act.

Noting no concerns from the City Planner or other agencies, the Committee found the application had adequate regard for the statutory criteria and was in the public interest.

The application for a certificate of validation was granted.

The applicant sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act to sever a property to create one new lot for future residential development, retaining the existing farm dwelling and agricultural land.

The Committee of Adjustment found that a plan of subdivision was not necessary and that the application was consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement and the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The application was granted subject to conditions.

The applicants sought consent to sever a property into two parcels to construct two semi-detached dwellings, along with minor variances for increased building height and reduced lot width.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the consent applications satisfied the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act and that the minor variances met the four-part test under section 45(1).

The applications were granted subject to conditions, including requirements for stormwater management, noise control, and tree protection.

The applicants sought consent to sever their property into two parcels to construct two two-storey detached dwellings, along with several minor variances for lot area, width, and setbacks.

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

The Committee also authorized most of the requested minor variances, finding they met the four-part test under section 45(1).

However, the Committee refused one variance for a reduced rear yard setback, finding it did not maintain the general intent of the Zoning By-law and could cause adverse impacts on abutting properties.

The applicant sought consent under section 53 of the Planning Act for a lot line adjustment to convey a 462.3 square metre portion of its property at 600 March Road to the abutting property owner at 570 March Road.

The application was unopposed and supported by the City's Planning Report.

The Committee of Adjustment granted the application, finding it consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement, 2024, and satisfied the criteria under subsection 51(24) of the Planning Act.

The applicant sought consent to sever a residential property into two lots to construct a new detached dwelling while retaining the existing dwelling.

The applicant also requested minor variances for reduced front and rear yard setbacks, reduced lot width, and garage entrance location.

The Committee of Adjustment found that the consent application satisfied the criteria under section 51(24) of the Planning Act and that the minor variances met the four-part test under section 45(1).

The applications were granted subject to conditions, with one member dissenting on the minor variances.