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Committee of Adjustment
Meeting Minutes
March 15, 2022, 10:00 a.m.
Electronic Meeting
Present: B. McColl, Vice-Chair
S. Hannah, Member
M. Kidd, Member
J. Meader, Member
Absent: D. Cybalski, Chair
Staff: T. Malone-Wright, Supervisor, Development Applications
S. Ryder, Transportation Services
A. Fox, Administrative Clerk
S. Goldrup, Committee Administrator
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1. COMMENCEMENT
2. MINUTES
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by M. Kidd
That the regular minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held February
15, 2022, as circulated to the members, be accepted.
Carried
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3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3.1 A 2022-006 - 49 Lower Mercer Street - DSD-2022-114
Submission No.: A 2022-006
Applicants: April Manahan
Property Location: 49 Lower Mercer Street
Legal Description: Block 28, Registered Plan 58M-394, being Part 42,
Reference Plan 58R-15530
Appearances:
In Support:
A. Josic
A. Manahan
Contra:
R. Gielser
Written Submissions:
R. & S. Giesler L. & F. Stocker
R. & M. Brown D. Woolner
L. Germain D. & D. Ballard
J. Sauer B. Evens
R. Off T. & E. Oakman
G. LaFrance L. & C. Simpson
N. Rodrigues J. Foster
C. & K. Boss C. Walker
G. & L. Minter S. Hendry
D. & A. Strobel V. Mineo
M. Ford B. Brubacher
G. Pink D. Smith-Bos
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M. Penini S. Bos
S. Thompson M. & R. Stanford
J. Dilella N. & B. Rotozinski
L. Kotseff S. Bookjans
J. Beauchamp C.& C. Gowing
P. & N. Kristensen B. & V. Chapman
M. & A. Green
The Committee previously deferred the subject application from the February 15,
2022, Committee of Adjustment meeting, where the Committee considered
Development Services Department report DSD-2022-077, dated February 1,
2022. The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to convert
an existing semi-detached dwelling into a duplex having the 1 of required off-
street parking spaces located 0m from the front lot line rather than the required
setback of 6m. The Committee considered the written submissions in opposition
to the subject application.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
114, dated March 4, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated January 27th, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 2, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
R. Gielser was in attendance in opposition to this application and to respond to
any questions from the Committee.
A. Josic and A. Manahan were in attendance in support of the application and
applicant confirmed they had addressed concerns regarding parking, and the
tenant would be accessing the unit through the front door with no changes to the
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The Committee heard comments from its members confirming restricted
covenants were not a factor in their considerations and the proposed solution
was an improvement to the initial application and addressed many of the
concerns received from members of the public.
Moved by M. Kidd
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of APRIL PATRICIA MANAHAN requesting permission to
convert an existing semi-detached dwelling into a duplex having the 1 of the
required off-street parking spaces located 0m from the street line rather than the
required setback of 6m on Block 28, Registered Plan 58M-394, being Part 42,
Reference Plan 58R-15530, 49 Lower Mercer Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
3.2 A 2022-012 - 158 Forest Creek Drive - DSD-2022-125
Submission No.: A 2022-012
Applicants: Jyothi Dutta and Sriram Bandaru
Property Location: 158 Forest Creek Drive
Legal Description: Part Block 29, Registered Plan 58M-504, being Parts 35 &
66, Reference Plan 58R-19876
Appearances:
In Support:
G. Otoide
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J. Dutta
Contra:
R. Newton-Woodhall
Written Submissions:
R. Newton-Woodhall
C. Woodhall
F. Woodhall
The Committee previously deferred the subject application from the February 15,
2022, Committee of Adjustment meeting, where the Committee considered
Development Services Department report DSD-2022-079, dated February 2,
2022. The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to
construct raised steps in the southerly side yard of an existing single detached
dwelling having a side yard setback of 0.15m rather than the required 0.75m to
support the conversion of the dwelling into a duplex with a separate entrance for
the basement unit. The Committee considered the written submissions in
opposition to the subject application.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
125, dated March 1, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated January 27, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 2, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
G. Otoide and J. Dutta were in attendance in support of the application and
R. Newton-Woodhall spoke in opposition to the proposed development and
stated concerns regarding construction materials and the negative visual impact
of the steps.
T. Malone-Wright confirmed staff had included a site plan showing how the
sidewalk will function along the side of the dwelling, drawings, and information
about construction materials in the addendum report.
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The Committee heard comments from its members that the addendum report
and information from the applicant satisfied previous concerns regarding the
walkway, grading, and the relocation of the gas meter and air conditioner.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by M. Kidd
That the application of SAI JYOTHI DUTTA and SRIRAM BANDARU requesting
permission to construct raised steps in the southerly side yard of an existing
single detached dwelling having a side yard setback of 0.15m rather than the
required 0.75m to support the conversion of the dwelling into a duplex with a
separate entrance for the basement unit, on Part Block 29, Registered Plan 58M-
504, being Parts 35 & 66, Reference Plan 58R-19876, 158 Forest Creek Drive,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
4. APPLICATIONS FOR MINOR VARIANCE AND / OR CONSENT PURSUANT
TO THE PLANNING ACT
4.1 A 2022-020 - 199 Steepleridge Street - DSD-2022-122
Submission No.: A 2022-020
Applicants: Sharon and Kenwyn Warner
Property Location: 199 Steepleridge Street
Legal Description: Lot 69, Registered Plan 58M-324
Appearances:
In Support:
S. Warner
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Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to construct a landing for a stairway in the westerly side yard of an
existing single detached dwelling having a side yard setback of 0.14m rather than
the required 0.75m to support the conversion of the dwelling into a duplex with a
separate entrance for the basement unit.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
122, dated March 1, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
S. Warner was in attendance in support
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act.
In response to questions from the Committee, the applicant confirmed the
location of the stairway was in consideration to the gas meter, and there was no
air conditioning unit on that side of the house.
Moved by J. Meader
Seconded by M. Kidd
That the application of KENWYN WARNER and SHARON WARNER requesting
permission to the Zoning By-law to ¬¬construct a landing for a stairway in the
westerly side yard of an existing single detached dwelling having a side lot line
setback of 0.14m rather than the required 0.75m to support the conversion of the
dwelling into a duplex with a separate entrance for the basement unit, on Lot 69,
Registered Plan 58M-324, 199 Steepleridge Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
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It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
4.2 A 2022-021 - 88 Chandos Drive - DSD-2022-123
Submission No.: A 2022-021
Applicants: Denise and Sean Johnston
Property Location: 88 Chandos Drive
Legal Description: Lot 16, Registered Plan 1692
Appearances:
In Support:
D. Johnston
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to replace a 2 storey shed and construct a flat roof accessory
structure (garage/storage) in the rear yard of an existing single detached dwelling
having the maximum height for the underside of fascia of 3.27m rather than the
maximum permitted 3m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
123, dated March 7, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by M. Kidd
That the application of DENISE LAUREL JOHNSTON and SEAN ROBERT
JOHNSTON requesting permission to replace a 2 storey shed and construct a
flat roof accessory structure (garage/storage) in the rear yard of an existing
single detached dwelling having the maximum height for the underside of fascia
of 3.2m rather than the maximum permitted 3m, on Lot 16, Registered Plan
1692, Part 1, 88 Chandos Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
4.3 A 2022-023 - 52 Perth Road - DSD-2022-124
Submission No.: A 2022-023
Applicants: Sabrina Dimech
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Property Location: 52 Perth Road
Legal Description: Sub Lot 18, Part Lot 19, German Company Tract
Appearances:
In Support:
B. Linklater
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to convert an existing single detached dwelling into a duplex
having 2 off-street parking spaces located within 6m of the street line (side by
side parking) whereas the zoning by-law only allows 1 parking space to be
located within 6m of the street line (tandem parking).
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
122, dated March 7, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act.
B. Linklater stated their belief that the subject application supports the gentle
intensification of the property, is minor in nature, compatible with surrounding
uses, and has no impact on neighbouring properties.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright spoke to the
advisory from Transportation Services that if the driveway was to be widened at
the curb, a curb cut permit might be required. Further, staff confirmed that the
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subject application requested a similar variance to A 2022-066 and would work to
keep the wording of variances more consistent in the future.
Moved by J. Meader
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of SABRINA DIMECH requesting permission to convert an
existing single detached dwelling into a duplex having 2 off-street parking spaces
located within 6m of the street line (side by side parking) whereas the By-law
only allows 1 parking space to be located within 6m of the street line (tandem
parking), on Sub Lot 18, Part Lot 59, German Company Tract, 52 Perth Road,
Kitchener Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
4.4 A 2022-024 - 201 Claremont Avenue - DSD-2022-127
Submission No.: A 2022-024
Applicants: Geoffrey and Marina Bellew
Property Location: 201 Claremont Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 45, Plan 350
Appearances:
In Support:
P. Brydges
Contra:
None.
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Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to widen the driveway of an existing single detached dwelling to
have a width of 15.2m rather than the permitted maximum width of 8m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
127, dated March 3, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no objection to the
application subject to the requested conditions and noted the required application
and fee.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act.
In response to questions from the Committee, P. Brydges confirmed the right-
hand side would be made into a hammer head to allow the residents to exit the
property in a forward motion.
Moved by M. Kidd
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of GEOFFREY BELLEW and MARINA BELLEW requesting
permission to the Zoning By-law to widen the driveway of an existing single
detached dwelling in general accordance with the Site Plan/Landscape Plan
attached to Minor Variance Application A 2022-024 having a width of 15.2m
rather than the permitted maximum width of 8m, on Lot 45, Plan 350, 201
Claremont Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
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3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
4.5 A 2022-025 - 50 Fairfield Avenue - DSD-2022-136
Submission No.: A 2022-025
Applicants: Kaitlin and Serguei Filippov
Property Location: 50 Fairfield Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 9, Registered Plan 736
Appearances:
In Support:
S. Filippov
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to construct a second storey addition in the rear yard of an
existing single detached dwelling having a easterly side yard setback of 0.91m
rather than the required 1.2m.; and a westerly side yard setback of 0.92m rather
than the required 1.2m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
136, dated March 4, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
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The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
S. Filippov was in attendance in suppor
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act.
It was suggested and agreed that the wording for the Committee
this date be amended to add wording to the variance that the construction be "in
general accordance with the Site Plan/Landscape Plan" attached to the
application.
Moved by J. Meader
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of KAITLIN FILIPPOV and SERGUEI FILIPPOV requesting
permission to construct a second storey addition in the rear yard of an existing
single detached dwelling in general accordance with the Site Plan/Landscape
Plan attached to Minor Variance Application A 2022-025 having a easterly side
yard setback of 0.9m rather than the required 1.2m.; and a westerly side yard
setback of 0.92m rather than the required 1.2m, on Lot 9, Registered Plan 736,
50 Fairfield Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
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4.6 A 2022-026 - 14 Kennedy Avenue - DSD-2022-135
Submission No.: A 2022-026
Applicants: Iurie and Victoria Coval
Property Location: 14 Kennedy Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 37, Plan 239
Appearances:
In Support:
R. Friesen
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to convert an existing 2 storey duplex dwelling into a triplex having
a lot area of 368.71 sq.m. rather than the required 495 sq.m.; a lot width of
12.19m rather than the required 15m; a parking space dimension of 2.44m x
5.5m rather than the required 2.6m x 5.5m; and, to allow the two existing
driveways to remain rather than removing one of the driveways as required by
the By-law.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
135, dated March 4, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
R. Friesen was in atten
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act.
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In response to questions from the Committee, R. Friesen confirmed the applicant
intended to create a third unit in the basement, and the two driveways had
existed for 20 years.
Moved by J. Meader
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of IURIE COVAL and VICTORIA COVAL requesting
permission to convert an existing 2 storey duplex dwelling into a triplex having a
lot area of 368.7sq.m. rather than the required 495sq.m.; a lot width of 12.1m
rather than the required 15m; 1 parking space width of 2.4m rather than the
required 2.6m; and, to allow the two existing driveways to remain rather than
removing one of the driveways as required by the By-law, on Lot 37, Plan 239,
14 Kennedy Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting minutes, which are
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
4.7 A 2022-027 - 111 Church Street - DSD-2022-126
Submission No.: A 2022-027
Applicants: Zeeshan Gandapur
Property Location: 111 Church Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 23 and 24 of Section 4 on Plan 382, being Parts 1
to 3 of Reference Plan 58R-2399
Appearances:
In Support:
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V. Suen
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
V. Suen
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to convert an existing single detached dwelling into a triplex on a
lot width of 13.1m rather than the required 15m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
126, dated March 4, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
V. Suen was in attendance in
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act.
In response to questions from the Committee, V. Suen confirmed the third unit
was intended to be located in the basement.
Moved by J. Meader
Seconded by M. Kidd
That the application of ZEESHAN GANDAPUR requesting permission to the
Zoning By-law to convert an existing single detached dwelling into a triplex on a
lot width of 13.1m rather than the required 15m, on Part Lot 23 and 24 of Section
4 on Plan 382, being Parts 1 to 3 of Reference Plan 58R-2399, 111 Church
Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
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2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting m
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
4.8 A 2022-028 - 178 Pandora Avenue North - DSD-2022-120
Submission No.: A 2022-028
Applicants: Alicia Vincent and Mark Buckley
Property Location: 178 Pandora Avenue North
Legal Description: Part Lot 23 to 25, Registered Plan 284
Appearances:
In Support:
M. Buckley
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to demolish an existing attached garage and construct a 1 storey
addition and roof deck in the rear yard of an existing single detached dwelling
having a rear yard setback of 7m rather than the required 7.5m; a westerly side
yard setback of 0.6m rather than the required 1.2m; a side yard abutting Lydia
Street of 3.59m rather than the required 4.5m; a parking space located 0m from
the street line rather than the required 6m; a driveway comprised of two separate
materials including a walkway rather whereas the By-law requires a consistent
material; a secondary parking space located on a driveway to have a length of
3.59m long rather than the required 5.5m; and, to permit a building to encroach
into the Driveway Visibility Triangle (DVT) where encroachment is not permitted
by the By-law.
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The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
120, dated March 4, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act.
M. Buckley noted the requested variance was to improve access to the backyard
and parking for two vehicles through a design that complimented the existing
dwelling and surrounding neighbourhood.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright confirmed the
site plan approval process would not be required.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by J. Meader
That the application of ALICIA NICOLE VINCENT and MARK ANDREW
BUCKLEY requesting permission to the Zoning By-law to demolish an existing
attached garage and¬ construct a 1 storey addition and roof deck in the rear yard
of an existing single detached dwelling having a rear yard setback of 7m rather
than the required 7.5m; a westerly side yard setback of 0.6m rather than the
required 1.2m; a side yard abutting Lydia Street of 3.59m rather than the required
4.5m; a parking space located 0m from the street line rather than the required
6m; a driveway comprised of two separate materials including a walkway rather
whereas the By-law requires a consistent material; a secondary parking space
located on a driveway to have a length of 3.59m long rather than the required
5.5m; and, to permit a building to encroach into the Driveway Visibility Triangle
(DVT) where encroachment is not permitted by the By-law, on Part Lots 23 to 25,
Registered Plan 284, 178 Pandora Avenue North, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
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1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into a-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
4.9 A 2022-029 - 75 Otterbein Road - DSD-2022-129
Submission No.: A 2022-029
Applicants: Nitin Jain
Property Location: 75 Otterbein Road
Legal Description: Block 1 of Registered Plan 58M-654
Appearances:
In Support:
J. von Westerholt
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to construct a multi-residential development containing two 6
storey apartment buildings each containing 48 units and three townhouse blocks
with 57 units for a total of 153 units having a parking rate of 1.1 spaces/unit (169
spaces) rather than the required 1.5 spaces/unit; and, a maximum building height
for the apartment buildings of 19.5m rather than the permitted maximum 18m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
129, dated March 4, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. von West
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act. In response to
questions from the Committee, staff confirmed the application would be going
through site plan approval and would meet the parking requirements of the new
Zoning By-law.
Moved by J. Meader
Seconded by M. Kidd
That the application of KOLB CREEK LAND CORP. (NITIN JAIN) requesting
permission to the Zoning By-law to construct a multi-residential development
containing two 6 storey apartment buildings each containing 48 units and three
townhouse blocks with 57 units for a total of 153 units having a parking rate of
1.1 spaces/unit (169 spaces) rather than the required 1.5 spaces/unit; and, a
maximum building height for the apartment buildings of 19.5m rather than the
permitted maximum 18m, on Block 1, of Registered Plan 58M-654, 75 Otterbein
Road, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
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4.10 A 2022-022 - 230 Hazelglen Drive - DSD-2022-115
Submission No.: A 2022-022
Applicants: Rafael Riobo and Aurora Lozano
Property Location: 230 Hazelglen Drive
Legal Description: Lot 136, Plan 1286
Appearances:
In Support:
C. Riobo Lozano
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to convert an existing single detached dwelling into a duplex
having the required off-street parking space located 0m from the property line
rather than the required 6m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
115, dated March 2nd, 2022, recommending approval with no conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
The Committee considered the report of Canadian National Rail Planner dated
February 25, 2022, advising they have no objection to this application subject to
the requested conditions.
C. Riobo Lozano was in attendance in support of th
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act. In response to
questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright confirmed staff had reviewed
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the comments received from CN Rail and felt the conditions were not appropriate
recommendation.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by J. Meader
That the application of AURORA GUADALUPE LOZANO JULIO and RAFAEL
RIOBO CORTES requesting permission to the Zoning By-law to convert an
existing single detached dwelling into a duplex having the required off-street
parking space located 0m from the property line rather than the required 6m, on
Lot 136, Registered Plan 1286, 230 Hazelglen Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
consider-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
4.11 B 2022-015 - 1080 Queens Boulevard - DSD-2022-116
Submission No.: B 2022-015
Applicants: Rosu Developments Inc.
Property Location: 1080 Queens Boulevard
Legal Description: Part lot 18, Registered Plan 786
Appearances:
In Support:
D. Rosu
Contra:
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None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to sever a
parcel of land so each half of a semi-detached dwelling being currently
constructed can be dealt with separately. The severed land will have a width of
7.57m, a depth of 48.66m and an area of 363.5sq.m. The retained land will have
a width of 7.57m, a depth of 48.70m and an area of 363.5sq.m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
116, dated March 4, 2022, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Principle
Planner, dated March 8, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
application subject to conditions as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
D. Rosu was in attendance in support of the applica
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application, advised staff found the
application to meet the tests outlined in the Planning Act, and confirmed the
application went through the building permit process.
Moved by M. Kidd
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of ROSU DEVELOPMENTS INC requesting permission to
sever a parcel of land having a width of 7.5m, a depth of 48.6m and an area of
363.5sq.m., on Part lot 18, Registered Plan 786, 1080 Queens Boulevard,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
ion.
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
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of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Mapping Technologist.
3.
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction
of the City's Engineering Division for the installation of any new service
connections to the severed and/or retained lands.
5. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction
of the City's Engineering Services for the installation, to City standards, of
boulevard landscaping including street trees, and a paved driveway ramp, on
the severed and retained lands.
6. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to
Engineering Division.
7. That the property owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the
municipal servicing system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services.
8. That the property owner shall submit a Development Asset Drawing (digital
AutoCAD) is required for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
layer names and asset information to the satisfaction of the Engineering
Division prior to severance approval.
9. That the property owner shall provide Engineering staff with confirmation that
the basement elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers. If this
is not the case, then the property owner shall have to pump the sewage via a
pump and force main to the property line and have a gravity sewer from the
property line to the street to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services.
10. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution for parkland dedication on the
severed parcel of land equal in the amount of $3,647.80.
11. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the Consent
Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region of Waterloo.
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12. That the property owner shall submit a valid Section 59 Notice to the
satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
4.12 B 2022-016 to 023 - 1643 Bleams Road - DSD-2022-128
Submission No.: B 2022-016 to 023
Applicants: Freedom In Christ Pentecostal Assembly
Property Location: 1643 Bleams Road
Legal Description: Part Lot 140, German Tract Company
Appearances:
In Support:
K. Barisdale
J. Klujber
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Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to create 8
residential lots on Forestwalk Street which will be conveyed as lot additions to
Block 447, on Registered Plan 58M-678 for the construction of future townhouse
dwelling units. The retained land will have an area of 40252.35sq.m. and be
retained by the Freedom of Christ Pentecostal Assembly.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
128, dated March 4, 2022, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Principle
Planner, dated March 8, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
application subject to conditions as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
K. Barisdale and J. Klujber were in attendance in support of the application and
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application, advised staff found the
application to meet the tests outlined in the Planning Act, and noted clerical
corrections to Conditions 4 and 5, which should reference the Severed Lands. T.
Malone-Wright further reported that the applicant had sent copies of an
archaeological assessment to the City and Region of Waterloo, which would
allow Condition 7 could be removed.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright confirmed the
parking overlapping the severed lands was removed and clarified that the site
plan required the removal of a few parking spaces but would not impact the
parking requirements of the church.
It
this date be amended to make the above-noted clerical corrects to Conditions 4
and 5, the above-noted removal of Condition 7, and the addition of a Condition
for the applicant to enter into an agreement with the City to address a visual
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barrier or fence to mitigate light from the church parking lot into the backyard of
the properties through the site plan process.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by J. Meader
Submission No. B 2022-016
That the application of FREEDOM IN CHRIST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY, JIM
KLUJBER and JUNE PARK requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a lot width of 11.3 m, a lot depth of 24m and a lot area of 243.5sq.m., on
Part Lot 140, German Tract Company, 1643 Bleams Road, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
the satisfaction of t
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Mapping Technologist.
3.
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the City
MacDonald Tamblyn Lord Surveying, dated November 16, 2021, attached to
Report DSD-2022-128 and Block 447 on Registered Plan 58M-678), to
provide the following:
o That title to the Severed Lands and Block 447 on Registered Plan 58M-
678 shall at all times be maintained in identical ownership and said lands
shall be treated as one lot or parcel with respect to the Planning Act and
neither of the Severed Lands nor Block 447 on Registered Plan 58M-678
shall be separately conveyed, or otherwise dealt with, without the prior
consent of the City of Kitchener, with the criteria for granting or
withholding such consent to be the applicable considerations to be applied
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if a consent for severance was applied for under the Planning Act, as if
section 50 (3) and /or section 50 (5) of that statute applied to such
conveyance or dealing; and
5. That the property own
register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands and
Block 447 on Registered Plan 58M-678 immediately following the registration
of the Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to
provide a copy of the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City
Solicitor within a reasonable time following registration.
6. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $5,198.00.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title to the
severed parcel, that the property owner agrees to erect a Visual Barrier,
along the lot line of the retained parcel, addressed as 1643 Bleams Road,
and the Severed Parcel, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Site Plans, as
part of the Site Plan Approval Process for the development of the townhouse
dwelling proposed to be constructed on the Severed Parcel and Block 447 on
Registered Plan 58M-678.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
website at
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
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Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. B 2022-017
That the application of FREEDOM IN CHRIST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY, JIM
KLUJBER and JUNE PARK requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a lot width of 6.5m, a lot depth of 19.3m and a lot area of 116.7sq.m, on
Part Lot 140, German Tract Company, 1643 Bleams Road, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
s
Mapping Technologist.
3.
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the City
n, prepared by
MacDonald Tamblyn Lord Surveying, dated November 16, 2021, attached to
Report DSD-2022-128 and Block 448 on Registered Plan 58M-678), to
provide the following:
o That title to the Severed Lands and Block 448 on Registered Plan 58M-
678 shall at all times be maintained in identical ownership and said lands
shall be treated as one lot or parcel with respect to the Planning Act and
neither of the Severed Lands nor Block 448 on Registered Plan 58M-678
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shall be separately conveyed, or otherwise dealt with, without the prior
consent of the City of Kitchener, with the criteria for granting or
withholding such consent to be the applicable considerations to be applied
if a consent for severance was applied for under the Planning Act, as if
section 50 (3) and /or section 50 (5) of that statute applied to such
conveyance or dealing; and
5.
register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands and
Block 448 on Registered Plan 58M-678 immediately following the registration
of the Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to
provide a copy of the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City
Solicitor within a reasonable time following registration.
6. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $2,994.60.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title to the
severed parcel, that the property owner agrees to erect a Visual Barrier,
along the lot line of the retained parcel, addressed as 1643 Bleams Road,
and the Severed Parcel, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Site Plans, as
part of the Site Plan Approval Process for the development of the townhouse
dwelling proposed to be constructed on the Severed Parcel and Block 447 on
Registered Plan 58M-678.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
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Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. B 2022-018
That the application of FREEDOM IN CHRIST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY, JIM
KLUJBER and JUNE PARK requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a lot width 6.5m, a lot depth of 16.6m and a lot area of 99.2sq.m., on Part
Lot 140, German Tract Company, 1643 Bleams Road, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Mapping Technologist.
3.
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the City
Solicitor and Director of
MacDonald Tamblyn Lord Surveying, dated November 16, 2021, attached to
Report DSD-2022-128 and Block 449 on Registered Plan 58M-678), to
provide the following:
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o That title to the Severed Lands and Block 449 on Registered Plan 58M-
678 shall at all times be maintained in identical ownership and said lands
shall be treated as one lot or parcel with respect to the Planning Act and
neither of the Severed Lands nor Block 449 on Registered Plan 58M-678
shall be separately conveyed, or otherwise dealt with, without the prior
consent of the City of Kitchener, with the criteria for granting or
withholding such consent to be the applicable considerations to be applied
if a consent for severance was applied for under the Planning Act, as if
section 50 (3) and /or section 50 (5) of that statute applied to such
conveyance or dealing; and
5. taking to
register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands and
Block 449 on Registered Plan 58M-678 immediately following the registration
of the Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to
provide a copy of the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City
Solicitor within a reasonable time following registration.
6. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $2,994.60.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title to the
severed parcel, that the property owner agrees to erect a Visual Barrier,
along the lot line of the retained parcel, addressed as 1643 Bleams Road,
and the Severed Parcel, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Site Plans, as
part of the Site Plan Approval Process for the development of the townhouse
dwelling proposed to be constructed on the Severed Parcel and Block 447 on
Registered Plan 58M-678.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
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review the meeting m
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. B 2022-019
That the application of FREEDOM IN CHRIST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY, JIM
KLUJBER and JUNE PARK requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a lot width of 6.5m, a lot depth of 13.9m and a lot area of 81.6sq.m., on
Part Lot 140, German Tract Company, 1643 Bleams Road, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
the satisfaction of
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Mapping Technologist.
3. d
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the City
MacDonald Tamblyn Lord Surveying, dated November 16, 2021, attached to
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Report DSD-2022-128 and Block 450 on Registered Plan 58M-678), to
provide the following:
o That title to the Severed Lands and Block 450 on Registered Plan 58M-
678 shall at all times be maintained in identical ownership and said lands
shall be treated as one lot or parcel with respect to the Planning Act and
neither of the Severed Lands nor Block 450 on Registered Plan 58M-678
shall be separately conveyed, or otherwise dealt with, without the prior
consent of the City of Kitchener, with the criteria for granting or
withholding such consent to be the applicable considerations to be applied
if a consent for severance was applied for under the Planning Act, as if
section 50 (3) and /or section 50 (5) of that statute applied to such
conveyance or dealing; and
5. That the property o
register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands and
Block 450 on Registered Plan 58M-678 immediately following the registration
of the Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to
provide a copy of the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City
Solicitor within a reasonable time following registration.
6. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $2,994.60.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title to the
severed parcel, that the property owner agrees to erect a Visual Barrier,
along the lot line of the retained parcel, addressed as 1643 Bleams Road,
and the Severed Parcel, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Site Plans, as
part of the Site Plan Approval Process for the development of the townhouse
dwelling proposed to be constructed on the Severed Parcel and Block 447 on
Registered Plan 58M-678.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
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Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
website at
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. B 2022-020
That the application of FREEDOM IN CHRIST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY, JIM
KLUJBER and JUNE PARK requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a lot width of 6.5m, a lot depth of 11.3m and a lot area of 64.4sq.m., on
Part Lot 140, German Tract Company, 1643 Bleams Road, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of the City
Mapping Technologist.
3.
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the City
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an, prepared by
MacDonald Tamblyn Lord Surveying, dated November 16, 2021, attached to
Report DSD-2022-128 and Block 451 on Registered Plan 58M-678), to
provide the following:
o That title to the Severed Lands and Block 451 on Registered Plan 58M-
678 shall at all times be maintained in identical ownership and said lands
shall be treated as one lot or parcel with respect to the Planning Act and
neither of the Severed Lands nor Block 451 on Registered Plan 58M-678
shall be separately conveyed, or otherwise dealt with, without the prior
consent of the City of Kitchener, with the criteria for granting or
withholding such consent to be the applicable considerations to be applied
if a consent for severance was applied for under the Planning Act, as if
section 50 (3) and /or section 50 (5) of that statute applied to such
conveyance or dealing; and
5.
register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands and
Block 451 on Registered Plan 58M-678 immediately following the registration
of the Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to
provide a copy of the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City
Solicitor within a reasonable time following registration.
6. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $2,994.60.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title to the
severed parcel, that the property owner agrees to erect a Visual Barrier,
along the lot line of the retained parcel, addressed as 1643 Bleams Road,
and the Severed Parcel, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Site Plans, as
part of the Site Plan Approval Process for the development of the townhouse
dwelling proposed to be constructed on the Severed Parcel and Block 447 on
Registered Plan 58M-678.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
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3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. B 2022-021
That the application of FREEDOM IN CHRIST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY, JIM
KLUJBER and JUNE PARK requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a lot width of 6.5m, a lot depth of 8.3m and a lot area of 46.8sq.m., on
Part Lot 140, German Tract Company, 1643 Bleams Road, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
the satisfaction of
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Mapping Technologist.
3.
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
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4. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the City
MacDonald Tamblyn Lord Surveying, dated November 16, 2021, attached to
Report DSD-2022-128 and Block 452 on Registered Plan 58M-678), to
provide the following:
o That title to the Severed Lands and Block 452 on Registered Plan 58M-
678 shall at all times be maintained in identical ownership and said lands
shall be treated as one lot or parcel with respect to the Planning Act and
neither of the Severed Lands nor Block 452 on Registered Plan 58M-678
shall be separately conveyed, or otherwise dealt with, without the prior
consent of the City of Kitchener, with the criteria for granting or
withholding such consent to be the applicable considerations to be applied
if a consent for severance was applied for under the Planning Act, as if
section 50 (3) and /or section 50 (5) of that statute applied to such
conveyance or dealing; and
5. That the property ow
register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands and
Block 452 on Registered Plan 58M-678 immediately following the registration
of the Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to
provide a copy of the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City
Solicitor within a reasonable time following registration.
6. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $2,994.60.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title to the
severed parcel, that the property owner agrees to erect a Visual Barrier,
along the lot line of the retained parcel, addressed as 1643 Bleams Road,
and the Severed Parcel, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Site Plans, as
part of the Site Plan Approval Process for the development of the townhouse
dwelling proposed to be constructed on the Severed Parcel and Block 447 on
Registered Plan 58M-678.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
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2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. B 2022-022
That the application of FREEDOM IN CHRIST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY, JIM
KLUJBER and JUNE PARK requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a lot width of 6.5m, a lot depth of 5.8m and a lot area of 29.3sq.m., on
Part Lot 140, German Tract Company, 1643 Bleams Road, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Mapping Technologist.
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3.
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the City
Solicitor and Director of Planning,
MacDonald Tamblyn Lord Surveying, dated November 16, 2021, attached to
Report DSD-2022-128 and Block 453 on Registered Plan 58M-678), to
provide the following:
o That title to the Severed Lands and Block 453 on Registered Plan 58M-
678 shall at all times be maintained in identical ownership and said lands
shall be treated as one lot or parcel with respect to the Planning Act and
neither of the Severed Lands nor Block 453 on Registered Plan 58M-678
shall be separately conveyed, or otherwise dealt with, without the prior
consent of the City of Kitchener, with the criteria for granting or
withholding such consent to be the applicable considerations to be applied
if a consent for severance was applied for under the Planning Act, as if
section 50 (3) and /or section 50 (5) of that statute applied to such
conveyance or dealing; and
5.
register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands and
Block 453 on Registered Plan 58M-678 immediately following the registration
of the Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to
provide a copy of the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City
Solicitor within a reasonable time following registration.
6. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $2,994.60.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title to the
severed parcel, that the property owner agrees to erect a Visual Barrier,
along the lot line of the retained parcel, addressed as 1643 Bleams Road,
and the Severed Parcel, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Site Plans, as
part of the Site Plan Approval Process for the development of the townhouse
dwelling proposed to be constructed on the Severed Parcel and Block 447 on
Registered Plan 58M-678.
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It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and t-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. B 2022-023
That the application of FREEDOM IN CHRIST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY, JIM
KLUJBER and JUNE PARK requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a lot width of 6.5m, a lot depth of 3.1m and a lot area of 12sq.m., on Part
Lot 140, German Tract Company, 1643 Bleams Road, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
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Mapping Technologist.
3. shall provide draft transfer documents and
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the City
MacDonald Tamblyn Lord Surveying, dated November 16, 2021, attached to
Report DSD-2022-128 and Block 454 on Registered Plan 58M-678), to
provide the following:
o That title to the Severed Lands and Block 454 on Registered Plan 58M-
678 shall at all times be maintained in identical ownership and said lands
shall be treated as one lot or parcel with respect to the Planning Act and
neither of the Severed Lands nor Block 454 on Registered Plan 58M-678
shall be separately conveyed, or otherwise dealt with, without the prior
consent of the City of Kitchener, with the criteria for granting or
withholding such consent to be the applicable considerations to be applied
if a consent for severance was applied for under the Planning Act, as if
section 50 (3) and /or section 50 (5) of that statute applied to such
conveyance or dealing; and
5.
register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands and
Block 454 on Registered Plan 58M-678 immediately following the registration
of the Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to
provide a copy of the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City
Solicitor within a reasonable time following registration.
6. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $3,638.60.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title to the
severed parcel, that the property owner agrees to erect a Visual Barrier,
along the lot line of the retained parcel, addressed as 1643 Bleams Road,
and the Severed Parcel, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Site Plans, as
part of the Site Plan Approval Process for the development of the townhouse
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dwelling proposed to be constructed on the Severed Parcel and Block 447 on
Registered Plan 58M-678.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
4.13 B 2022-024 - 136 Ninth Avenue - DSD-2022-134
Submission No.: B 2022-024
Applicants: 2721350 Ontario Inc.
Property Location: 136 Ninth Avenue
Legal Description: Part lot 218, Registered Plan 254
Appearances:
In Support:
M. Streuker
S. Shukla
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Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to sever a
parcel of land having a width of 9.45m, a depth of 30.48m and an area of
288sq.m. The retained parcel of land having a width of 9.45m, a depth of 30.48m
and an area of 288sq.m. The existing dwelling is to be demolished and single
detached dwellings are proposed. The Chair noted that a written submission had
been received regarding this matter from Bell Canada.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
134, dated March 3, 2022, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Principle
Planner, dated March 8, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
application subject to conditions as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
M. Streuker and S. Shukla were in attendance in support of the application and
staff's recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application, advised staff found the
application to meet the tests outlined in the Planning Act, and confirmed the
comments received from Bell would be addressed through the City's demolition
and building processes.
Moved by J. Meader
Seconded by M. Kidd
That the application of 2721350 ONTARIO INC requesting permission to sever a
parcel of land having a width of 9.45m, a depth of 30.48m and an area of
288sq.m., on Part Lot 218, Registered Plan 254, 136 Ninth Avenue, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
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2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Mapping Technologist.
3. That the property
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
4. That the property owner shall obtain Demolition Control approval, in
-law, to the satisfaction of
the Manager of Development Review.
5. That the property owner obtain a Demolition Permit, for the existing single
detached dwelling proposed to be demolished, to the satisfaction of the Chief
Building Official, and removes the existing dwelling prior to deed
endorsement.
6. That the property owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the
municipal servicing system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services Division.
7. That the property owner shall submit a Development Asset Drawing (digital
AutoCAD) is required for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
Engineering Services Division prior to deed endorsement.
8. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction
of the City's Engineering Division for the installation of any new service
connections to the severed and/or retained lands.
9. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to
10. That the property owner shall provide Engineering staff with confirmation that
the basement elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers. If this
is not the case, then the property owner shall have to pump the sewage via a
pump and forcemain to the property line and have a gravity sewer from the
property line to the street to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services.
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11. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $4,347.00.
12. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the
severed and retained lands which shall include the following:
a. The property owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation/Enhancement Plan
and where necessary, implemented prior to any grading, tree removal or
the issuance of demolition and building permits. Such plans shall include,
among other matters, the identification of a proposed building
envelope/work zone, landscaped area and vegetation to be preserved.
b. The property owner shall further agree to implement the approved plan.
No changes to the said plan shall be granted except with the prior
c. The property owner shall maintain the severed and retained lands, in
accordance with the approved Tree Protection and Enhancement Plan, for
the life of the development.
13. That the property owner shall fulfil one of the following three requirements to
ensure that any City-owned tree will not be impacted by the proposed
development:
a. Enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener, to be prepared by the
City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands,
which shall include the following:
i. The property owner shall prepare a Tree Protection and Enhancement
Plan, demonstrating protection of the City-owned tree that is located
adjacent to the severed and retained lands, to the satisfaction of the
other matters, the identification of a proposed building envelope/work
zone, landscaped area and vegetation to be preserved. No changes to
the said plan shall be granted except with the prior approval of the
ii. The property owner shall implement the Tree Protection and
Enhancement Plan, prior to any grading, servicing, tree removal or the
issuance of build
Parks & Cemeteries.
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iii. The property owner shall maintain the severed and retained lands, in
accordance with the approved Tree Protection and Enhancement Plan,
for the life of the development.
b. Enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener, to be prepared by the
City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands,
which shall include the following:
i. The property owner shall prepare a Street Tree Planting Plan that
shows the replacement of the City-owned tree to be removed (located
adjacent to the severed and retained lands) with 2 suitable trees, in
accordance with the City of Kitchener Development Manual Standards,
s. No
changes to the said plan shall be granted except with the prior
ii. The property owner shall implement the approved Street Tree Planting
es.
c. Make arrangements regarding financial compensation for the tree to be
14. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the Consent
Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region of Waterloo.
15. That the property owner shall submit a valid Section 59 Notice to the
satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting
www.kitchener.ca.
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Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
4.14 B 2022-025 - 20 Second Avenue - DSD-2022-132
Submission No.: B 2022-025
Applicants: 2629250 Ontario Inc.
Property Location: 20 Second Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 20, Plan 254
Appearances:
In Support:
P. Chauvin
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to sever a
parcel of land having a width of 10.05m, a depth of 40.23m and an area of
404.71sq.m. The retained parcel of land having a width of 10.05m, a depth of
40.23m and an area of 404.71sq.m. The existing dwelling is to be demolished
and single detached dwellings are proposed.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
132, dated March 2, 2022, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Principle
Planner, dated March 8, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
application subject to conditions as outlined in the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application and advised staff found the
application to meet the tests outlined in the Planning Act.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by J. Meader
That the application of 2629250 ONTARIO INC. and KELLY WAGNER
requesting permission to sever a parcel of land having a width of 10m, a depth of
40.2m and an area of 404.7sq.m., on Lot 20, Plan 254, 20 Second Avenue,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Mapping Technologist.
3.
associated fees for the Certificate Official to the satisfaction of the Secretary-
Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner makes financial arrangements with the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lie contribution to a park dedication of $4623.00.
5. That the property owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the
municipal servicing system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services.
6. That the property owner shall submit a complete Development and
Reconstruction As-Recorded Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector
Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together with a digital submission of all
AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading, Servicing etc.) with the
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corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the satisfaction
of the Director of Engineering Services.
7. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction
of the City's Engineering Division for the installation of any new service
connections to the severed and/or retained lands.
8. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to
9. That the property owner shall provide Engineering staff with confirmation that
the basement elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers. If this
is not the case, then the property owner shall have to pump the sewage via a
pump and forcemain to the property line and have a gravity sewer from the
property line to the street to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services.
10. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the
severed and retained lands, which shall include the following:
a. The property owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation/Enhancement Plan
the Director of Operations, and where necessary, implemented prior to
any grading, tree removal or the issuance of any building permits. Such
plans shall include, among other matters, the identification of a proposed
building envelope/work zone, landscaped area and vegetation (including
street trees) to be preserved.
b. The property owner shall implement the approved plan. No changes to the
Director of Planning and the Director of Parks and Cemeteries.
11. That the property owner shall obtain Demolition Control approval in
-law to the satisfaction of the
Manager of Development Review.
12. That the property owner shall obtain a Demolition Permit, for the existing
single detached dwelling proposed to be demolished, to the satisfaction of the
Chief Building Official, and removes the existing dwelling prior to deed
endorsement.
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13. That the property owner shall submit a valid Section 59 Notice to the
satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo.
14. That property owner shall enter into an agreement with the Region of
Waterloo to be registered on title for both the retained and severed lands that
includes the requirement for the following noise warning clauses in all
agreements of Offers of Purchase and Sale, lease/rental agreements, to the
satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo:
a.
designed with the provision of adding central air conditioning at the
air condition by the occupant
in low and medium density developments will allow windows and exterior
doors to remain closed, thereby ensuring that the indoor sound levels are
within the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo and the Ministry of
Envir
b.
increasing transportation noise on Conestoga Parkway (Highway 7/8) and
Kingsway Drive may on occasions interfere with some activities of the
dwelling occupants as the sound levels exceed the sound level limits of
the Region of Waterloo and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation
c. Warning-
from the existing commercial land uses in the vicinity may at times be
audible and might sometimes interfere with some activities of the dwelling
15. That the property owner shall fulfil one of the following three requirements to
ensure that any City-owned tree will not be impacted by the proposed
development:
a. Enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener, to be prepared by the
City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands,
which shall include the following:
i. The property owner shall prepare a Tree Protection and Enhancement
Plan, demonstrating protection of the City-owned tree that is located
adjacent to the severed and retained lands, to the satisfaction of the
other matters, the identification of a proposed building envelope/work
zone, landscaped area and vegetation to be preserved. No changes to
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the said plan shall be granted except with the prior approval of the
ii. The property owner shall implement the Tree Protection and
Enhancement Plan, prior to any grading, servicing, tree removal or the
Parks & Cemeteries.
iii. The property owner shall maintain the severed and retained lands, in
accordance with the approved Tree Protection and Enhancement Plan,
for the life of the development.
OR
b. Enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener, to be prepared by the
City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands,
which shall include the following:
i. The property owner shall prepare a Street Tree Planting Plan that
shows the replacement of the City-owned tree to be removed (located
adjacent to the severed and retained lands) with 2 suitable trees, in
accordance with the City of Kitchener Development Manual Standards,
changes to the said plan shall be granted except with the prior
ii. The property owner shall implement the approved Street Tree Planting
OR
c. Make arrangements regarding financial compensation for the tree to be
es.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as part of the Com-making
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process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
4.15 B 2022-026 - 525 New Dundee Road - DSD-2022-133
Submission No.: B 2022-026
Applicants: HIP New Dundee GP Inc.
Property Location: 525 New Dundee Road
Legal Description: Parts 1 and 2 on Registered Plan 58-19982
Appearances:
In Support:
D. Aston
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to sever a
parcel of land having a width of 67.96m, a depth of 157.54m and an area of
17941sq.m. The retained parcel of land having a width of 247.04m, a depth of
540.82m and an area of 180479sq.m. The severed land is proposed for an 8
storey mixed-use building, the retained land will be maintained Natural Heritage
Conservation.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
133, dated March 3, 2022, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Principle
Planner, dated March 8, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
application subject to conditions as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
D. Aston was in attendance in support
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application, advised staff found the
application to meet the tests outlined in the Planning Act, and confirmed the site
plan approval had since been granted and building permit issued. In response to
questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright explained that the Region does
9 as the site had since been graded.
D. Aston reported they had contacted the Region regarding Conditions 7, 8, and
9 of the staff report and was told the Region would be supportive if they were not
imposed but was prepared to sign-off the Conditions should they remain.
It was suggested an
this date be amended to remove Condition 9 as the item had been dealt with
through the site plan process.
Moved by J. Meader
Seconded by M. Kidd
That the application of HIP NEW DUNDEE GP INC. and JOEL DOHERTY
requesting permission to sever a parcel of land having a width of 67.96m, a
depth of 157.54m and an area of 17941sq.m., on Parts 1 and 2 on Registered
Plan 58-19982, 525 New Dundee Road, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED,
subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
vision.
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
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Mapping Technologist.
3.
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
4. The property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to
be prepared by the City Solicitor which shall acknowledge that the retained
lands are un-serviced and all provide for the installation of services and
service connections to the retained lands. The agreement shall further require
the property owner to include a notice provision in all future Agreements of
Purchase and Sale for the retained lands advising potential Purchaser(s) that
the retained lands are un-serviced. The said agreement shall be to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering and the City Solicitor and shall be
registered on title to the retained lands.
5. That the property owner shall submit a site plan application to the Planning
Division to acknowledge the updated lot area and other statistics of the
severed lands.
6. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the Consent
Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region of Waterloo.
7. That the property owner shall ensure a licensed Archaeologist prepares an
Archaeological Assessment on the lands to be severed and a copy of the
Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries Acknowledgement
letter (s) and the Assessment Report must be provided to Regional Staff to
Services Department.
8. That the property owner shall ensure recommendations from an accepted
Archaeological Assessment report(s) will be secured through a development
agreement with the City of Kitchener, or an alternative mechanism acceptable
to the Region of Waterloo, as necessary.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
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3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
4.16 A 2022-030, A 2022-031 & B 2022-027 - 170 Waterloo Street - DSD-2022-121
Submission No.: A 2022-030 to 031, B 2022-027
Applicants: Vladan Knezevic
Property Location: 170 Waterloo Street
Legal Description: Part Lot D, Plan 386
Appearances:
In Support:
V. Knezevic
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
J. Broschek
K. Broscheck
T. Bedard
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to sever a
parcel of land having a width on Duke Street West of 15.15m, a depth of
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20.11/24.74m and an area of 346sq.m. The retained land with the existing
detached dwelling will have a width on Waterloo Street of 16.80m, a depth of
23.81 and an area of 415.5sq.m. Requesting minor variances to the Zoning By-
law for the severed parcel to have a rear yard setback of 6m rather than the
required 7.5m. Requesting minor variances to the Zoning By-law for the retained
parcel to have a rear yard setback of 2.3m rather than the required 7.5m; a side
yard setback abutting Duke Street West of 2m rather than the required 4.5m;
and, to permit a covered or enclosed porch with a height greater than 0.6m to be
setback 0.63m from the rear lot line rather than the required 7.5m. The severed
parcel is intended for the construction of a duplex dwelling. The Committee
considered the written submissions in opposition to the subject application.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2022-
121, dated March 4, 2022, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 25, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Principle
Planner, dated March 8, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
application subject to conditions as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 28, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
V. Knezevic was in attendance in support of the application
recommendation.
T. Malone-Wright introduced the subject application, advised staff found the
application to meet the four tests outlined in the Planning Act, and confirmed the
application would be required to obtain a building permit.
V. Knezevic stated their opposition to Condition 6 as they do not intend to build
this year and are unsure why it is a condition of the severance. The Committee
explained Condition 6 provided the opportunity for staff to require any building
code concerns on the retained lot to be addressed and clarified that opportunity
would be lost once the lots are severed.
The Committee acknowledged the concerns raised in the written submissions
and confirmed the applicant would address drainage through the City's building
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permit process, noted the applicant confirmed encroachment would not be a
concern, and that site lines would not be impacted.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by J. Meader
Submission: A 2022-030
That the application of VLADAN KNEZEVIC requesting permission for the
retained parcel to have a rear yard setback of 2.3m rather than the required
7.5m; a side yard setback abutting Duke Street West of 2m rather than the
required 4.5m; and, to permit a covered or enclosed porch with a height greater
than 0.6m to be setback 0.63m from the rear lot line rather than the required
7.5m., on Part Lot D, Plan 386, 170 Waterloo Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
Submission No. A 2022-031
That the application of VLADAN KNEZEVIC requesting permission for the
severed parcel to have a rear yard setback of 6m rather than the required 7.5m.
The severed parcel is intended for the construction of a duplex dwelling, on Part
Lot D, Plan 386, 170 Waterloo Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
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3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law and
Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
Submission No. B 2022-027
That the application of VLADAN KNEZEVIC requesting permission to sever a
parcel of land having a width on 15.15m, a depth of 20.11m and an area of
346sq.m, on Part Lot D, Plan 386, 170 Waterloo Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to
2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg
(AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies
of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of
Mapping Technologist.
3. That the property owner shall ensure Minor Variance Applications A2022-030
and A2022-031 receive final approval.
4. itor shall provide draft transfer documents and
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
5. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements with the City of
Kitchener for a cash-in-lieu contribution to a park dedication of $6,969.00.
6. That the property owner shall:
a. Complete a building code assessment, prepared by a qualified designer,
to confirm that the proposed property line and any of the building adjacent
to this new property line comply with the Ontario Building Code, to the
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address items such as, but not limited to, spatial separation of existing
ommendations such as closing in
of openings pending spatial separation calculation results.
b. A building permit shall be obtained for any remedial work/ upgrades
required by the building code assessment.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the
severed lands which shall include the following:
a. That the property owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation/Enhancement
nagement Policy, to be
implemented prior to any grading or the issuance of demolition and
building permits. Such plans shall include, among other matters, the
identification of a proposed building envelope/work zone, landscaped area
and vegetation to be preserved and protected on neighbouring lands.
b. The property owner further agrees to implement the approved plan. No
changes to the said plan shall be granted except with the prior approval of
c. The property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to City
8. The property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener,
to be prepared by the City Solicitor, which shall acknowledge that the severed
lands are un-serviced and shall provide for the installation of services and
service connections to the severed lands to be completed prior to any future
development of the severed lands. The agreement shall further require the
property owner to include a notice provision in all future Agreements of
Purchase and Sale for the severed lands advising potential Purchaser(s) that
the severed lands are un-serviced. The said agreement shall be to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering and the City Solicitor and shall be
registered on title to the severed lands.
9. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the Consent
Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region of Waterloo.
10. That the property owner shall ensure an agreement between the property
owner and the Region of Waterloo be registered on title that includes the
requirement for the following noise mitigation and warning clauses in all
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agreements of Offers of Purchase and Sale, lease/rental agreements for all
dwellings on the severed lands:
a. The dwelling will be installed with forced air-ducted heating system
suitably sized and designed with the provision of adding central air
conditioning.
b. The following noise warning clauses will be required to be included on all
offers of purchase, deeds and rental agreements:
i.
designed with the provision of adding central air conditioning at the
tallation of central air condition by the
occupant in low and medium density developments will allow windows
and exterior doors to remain closed, thereby ensuring that the indoor
sound levels are within the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo
and
ii.
increasing noise from the Region of Waterloo Railway may on
occasions interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants as
the sound levels exceed the sound level limits of the Region of
Waterloo and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation & Parks
c. That prior to the issuance of any building permits, the City of Kitchener's
Building Inspector will certify that the noise attenuation measures are
incorporated in the building plans and upon completion of construction,
the City of Kitchener's Building Inspector will certify that the dwelling units
have been constructed accordingly.
11. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the Region of
Waterloo to be registered on title that includes the requirement for the
following noise mitigation and warning clauses in all agreements of Offers of
Purchase and Sale, lease/rental agreements for all dwellings on the retained
lands:
a. The following noise warning clause will be required to be included on all
offers of purchase, deeds and rental agreements:
i.
increasing noise from the Region of Waterloo Railway may on
occasions interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants as
the sound levels exceed the sound level limits of the Region of
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Waterloo and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation & Parks
b. That prior to the issuance of any building permits, the City of Kitchener's
Building Inspector will certify that the noise attenuation measures are
incorporated in the building plans and upon completion of construction,
the City of Kitchener's Building Inspector will certify that the dwelling units
have been constructed accordingly.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development
of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed
lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the property owner shall fulfil
the above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
5. ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 11:33 p.m.
Sarah Goldrup
Acting Secretary-Treasurer
Committee of Adjustment
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