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REPORT TO: Committee of Adjustment
DATE OF MEETING: August 20, 2024
SUBMITTED BY: Tina Malone-Wright, Manager, Development Approvals
519-741-2200 ext. 7765
PREPARED BY: Ben Suchomel, Student Planner, 519-741-2200 ext. 7074
WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 1
DATE OF REPORT: August 7, 2024
REPORT NO.: DSD-2024-350
SUBJECT: Consent Application B2024-019 250 Shirley Avenue
RECOMMENDATION:
That Consent Application B2024-019 requesting consent to sever a triangular-
shaped parcel of land having a width of 58 metres and an area 1,500 square metres
(0.15 hectares), to convey as a lot addition to 260 Shirley Avenue, BE APPROVED
subject to the following conditions:
1. That the Odraft transfer documents and associated
fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the Secretary-Treasurer and
City Solicitor, if required.
2. That the Owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify
that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property(ies) to the
3. That the owner provides 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 size paper copies of the plan(s). The
digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of Kitcheners Digital
4. That the lands to be severed be added to the abutting lands and title be taken
into identical ownership as the abutting lands. The deed for endorsement shall
include that any subsequent conveyance of the parcel to be severed shall
comply with Sections 50(3) and/or (5) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13,
as amended.
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5.
Application Consolidation Parcels 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.
Alternatively, if in the opinion of the City Solicitor, an Application Consolidation
Parcels cannot be registered on title, the Owner shall take such alternative
measures and provide such alternative documents to ensure that the severed
parcel and receiving parcel are not separately encumbered, conveyed, or
otherwise transferred from one another and shall remain in common ownership,
at the discretion of and to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
REPORT HIGHLIGHTS:
The purpose of this report is to review an application for consent to facilitate a transfer
of land from an industrial lot to the adjacent industrial lot, both containing industrial
facilities.
There are no financial implications.
Community engagement included a notice sign being placed on the property advising
that a Committee of Adjustment application has been received, notice of the
application was mailed to all property owners within 30 metres of the subject property
Committee of Adjustment meeting.
This report supports the delivery of core services.
BACKGROUND:
The subject properties are located on the south side of Shirley Avenue between Riverbend
Drive and Bingemans Centre Drive.
Urban
Structure and is Land Use in the
--law
2019-051.
The purpose of the application is to facilitate the conveyance of a portion of the rear yard
at 250 Shirley Avenue to the neighbouring property at 260 Shirley Avenue as a lot
addition.
Figure 1: Location Map 250 Shirley Avenue (Outlined in Red)
Figure 2: Site Plan
Staff conducted a site visit to the subject property on July 30, 2024.
Figure 3: Existing Industrial Facility at 250 Shirley Avenue on July 30, 2024
REPORT:
Planning Comments:
In considering all the relevant Provincial legislation, Regional and City policies and
regulations, Planning staff offer the following comments:
Provincial Policy Statement (PPS 2020)
The Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) provides policy direction on matters of provincial
interest related to land use planning and development. The subject application does not
propose any development, rather it is an adjustment of lot lines. Planning Staff is of the
opinion that the application is consistent with the PPS.
A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2020
The Growth Plan supports the development of complete and compact communities that
are designed to support healthy and active living and make efficient use of land. The
subject application does not propose any development, rather it is an adjustment of lot
lines. Planning Staff is of the opinion that the application conforms to the Growth Plan.
Regional Official Plan (ROP):
The subject property is located within the delineated built-up area, where economic activity
is encouraged. Staff are of the opinion that the lot additionwill establish more appropriate
lot lines that resemble the current use of both properties, therefore, are of the opinion that
the proposed consent application conforms with the Regional Official Plan.
Figure 4: Lands to be Conveyed to 260 Shirley Avenue
Industrial Employment Areas Urban
Heavy Industrial Employment Land Use in the
Staff are of the opinion that the size, dimensions, and shape of the lots are suitable for the
use of the lands and will continue to be compatible with the surrounding neighbourhood.
The lands front onto a public street and the lot addition will establish more appropriate lot
lines that resemble the current use of both properties. There are no natural heritage
features that would be impacted by the proposed consent application. Staff are of the
opinion that the proposed consent application c.
Zoning By-law 2019-051
Heavy Industrial Employment Zone (EMP-3 in Zoning By-law
2019-051. The proposed boundary adjustment maintains compliance of the minimum lot
width and lot area requirements in effect for the subject lands. Staff are of the opinion that
-law.
Planning Conclusions/Comments:
With respect to the criteria for the subdivision of land listed in Section 51(24) of the
Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, staff is satisfied that the proposed boundary
adjustment is desirable and appropriate.
Environmental Planning Comments:
No concerns.
Heritage Planning Comments:
No Heritage comments or concerns.
Building Division Comments:
The Building Division has no objections to the proposed consent.
Engineering Division Comments:
No concerns
Parks/Operations Division Comments:
Parkland Dedication is not required for this Severance as the severed parcel will be
consolidated with the adjacent lot and no new lot is created.
Transportation Planning Comments:
Transportation Services have no concerns with this application.
Region of Waterloo Comments:
The applicant proposes to sever 0.15 ha from the rear yard of lands at 250 Shirley Avenue
(an irregularly shaped 1.35 ha parcel) to be conveyed and added to the abutting property
at 260 Shirley Ave (owned by 1123766 Ontario Ltd). The proposed severed lands are
vacant, while the retained parcel at 250 Shirley Avenue and the benefitting lands at 260
Shirley Avenue are both used industrially.
Regional fee
Regional staff acknowledge receipt of the required consent review fee ($350) on June 25,
2024. Regional staff have no objection to this application.
Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) Comments:
Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) staff has reviewed the above-noted application.
GRCA has no objection to the approval of the above application. The subject property does
not contain any natural hazards such as watercourses, floodplains, shorelines, wetlands, or
valley slopes. The properties are not subject to Ontario Regulation 41/24 and, therefore, a
permission from GRCA is not required.
Hydro One Comments:
We have reviewed the documents concerning the noted Application and have no
comments or concerns at this time.
Metrolinx Comments:
As the proposal is for a technical severance to facilitate lot additions and no new
development is proposed, Metrolinx has no objections to the specified proposal should the
committee grant approval.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT:
This report supports the delivery of core services.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Capital Budget The recommendation has no impact on the Capital Budget.
Operating Budget The recommendation has no impact on the Operating Budget.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
INFORM
of the Committee of Adjustment meeting. A notice sign was placed on the property
advising that a Committee of Adjustment application has been received. The sign advises
Planning Division. A notice of the application was mailed to all property owners within 30
metres of the subject property.
PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES:
Planning Act
Provincial Policy Statement (PPS 2020)
A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2020
Regional Official Plan (ROP)
Official Plan (2014)
Zoning By-law 2019-051
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND
LEGISLATIVE SERVICES
Commissioner’s Office
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150 Frederick Street, 8floor
Kitchener Ontario N2G 4J3 Canada
Telephone: 519-575-4400
Fax: 519-575-4449
www.regionofwaterloo.ca
Will Towns
wtowns@regionofwaterloo.ca
519-616-1868
File: D20-20/24 KIT
August 6, 2024
via email
Connie Owen
Administrative Clerk, Legislative Services
City of Kitchener
200 King Street West
Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7
Re: Comments on Consent Applications B2024-018 to B2024-022
Committee of Adjustment Hearing – August 20, 2024
City of Kitchener
Please accept the following comments pertaining to the above-noted consent
applications for consideratiion at the upcoming Committee of Adjustment Hearing.
Document Number: 4749612 Version: 1 Page 1 of 9
B2024-017 & B2024-018
135 Gateway Park Drive
Owner: 1289193 Ontario Inc.
Applicant: MHBC Planning c/o Emily Elliott and Jennifer Gaudet
These lands (3.83 ha in total) contain a vacant Landmark Cinema, an operational
restaurant, and a wholesale warehouse. The applicant has submitted two applications –
B2024-017 proposes to sever 2.01 ha containing the Landmark Cinema and 397
parking spaces, and the second would create an easement for access in favour of the
severed lands over the retained lands. The easement would maintain current vehicular
circulation and access and avoid the need for new access points. No physical
redevelopment is proposed.
Archaeological Assessment (Advisory)
These lands have beenpreviously assessed for archaeological resources. However, to
Regional staff’s knowledge, the site has not been cleared of archaeological concerns.
While clearance is not required to support this consent application given the level of
disturbance on the site, any future Planning Act application proposing physical
development will require the submission of the completed Archaeological Assessment
and associated acknowledgment letter from the Ministry of Citizenship and
Multiculturalism. If possible and in the applicant’s possession, please provide a copy of
the acknowledgement letter for our records.
Regional fee
Regional staff acknowledge receipt of the required consent review fees ($350 per
application and $700 in total) on July 11, 2024.
Regional staff haveno objection to this application.
Document Number: 4749612 Version: 1 Page 2 of 9
B2024-019
250 Shirley Avenue
Owner: HiddayathHoldings c/o Farhan Hidayath
Applicant: 1123766 Ontario Ltd. c/o Sharen Shaw
The applicant proposes to sever 0.15 ha from the rear yard of lands at 250 Shirley Ave
(an irregularly-shaped 1.35 ha parcel) to be conveyed and added to the abutting
property at 260 Shirley Ave (owned by 1123766 Ontario Ltd). The proposed severed
lands are vacant, while the retained parcel at 250 Shirely Avenue and the benefitting
lands at 260 Shirley Avenue are both used industrially.
Regional fee
Regional staff acknowledge receipt of the required consent review fee ($350) on June
25, 2024.
Regional staff haveno objection to this application.
Document Number: 4749612 Version: 1 Page 3 of 9
B2024-020
573 Guelph Street
Owner/applicant: Jon Crummer
The applicant proposes to sever an existing 602-square metre lot to create a new lot of
record and develop both lots with one semi-detached two-storey dwelling. The existing
single-detached dwelling on the property would be demolished. The severed and
retained lands would each be approximately 300 square metres, with access via Guelph
Street.
Regional Consent Review Fee
Regional staff are not in receipt of the required consent review fee of $350. This fee is
required as a condition of approval for the consent application.
Fees must be paid individually and separately to the Region. Fees can be submitted in-
person, by mail, or EFT.
Arrange EFT by emailing pwalter@regionofwaterloo.ca.
Cheque or bank draft can be dropped off at Regional Head Office lobby/security
(on the main floor), located at 150 Frederick St, Kitchener. 15-minute parking is
available at the rear of the building, outside the Kitchener Public Library, at the
intersection of Queen Street North and Ahrens Street East.
Cheque or bank draft can be mailed as follows:
o Attention of Peggy Walter, Planning, Development and Legislative
Services, Regional Municipality of Waterloo, 150 Frederick St, Kitchener,
ON N2G 4J3.
Regional Staff have no objection to this application, subject to the following
condition:
1. That prior to approval the Owner/Applicant submit the consent review fee of $350
to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
Document Number: 4749612 Version: 1 Page 4 of 9
B2023-021
62 Gage Avenue
Owner/applicant: Jon Crummer
The applicant proposes to sever an existing 602-square metre lot to create a new lot of
record and develop both lots with semi-detached two-storey dwellings. The existing
single-detached dwelling on the property would be demolished. The severed and
retained lands would each be approximately 300 square metres.
Regional Consent Review Fee
Regional staff are not in receipt of the required consent review fee of $350. This fee is
required as a condition of approval for the consent application.
Fees must be paid individually and separately to the Region. Fees can be submitted in-
person, by mail, or EFT.
Arrange EFT by emailing pwalter@regionofwaterloo.ca.
Cheque or bank draft can be dropped off at Regional Head Office lobby/security
(on the main floor), located at 150 Frederick St, Kitchener. 15-minute parking is
available at the rear of the building, outside the Kitchener Public Library, at the
intersection of Queen Street North and Ahrens Street East.
Cheque or bank draft can be mailed as follows:
o Attention of Peggy Walter, Planning, Development and Legislative
Services, Regional Municipality of Waterloo, 150 Frederick St, Kitchener,
ON N2G 4J3.
Regional Staff has no objection to this application, subject to the following
condition:
1. That prior to approval the Owner/Applicant submit the consent review fee of $350
to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
Document Number: 4749612 Version: 1 Page 5 of 9
B2024-022
1180 Union Street
Owner: Vladan Knezevic
Applicant: Urban Insights c/o Ryan Mounsey
The applicant proposes to sever an existing 537 square-metre lot and create a new lot
of record. The severed lands (235 square metres) would subsequently be developed
with a new duplex dwelling with access to Maple Avenue, while the retained lot would
be 303 square metres and maintain the existing single-detached dwelling and driveway
access to Union Street. Relief from front/side yard setback and lot coverage
requirements are required in a separate application.
Note that Regional staff provided pre-submission comments to the City and applicant
pertaining to this proposal on March 26, 2024 (original) and June 12, 2024 (amended).
Record of Site Condition (Advisory)
The above-ground heating fuel tank in the basement of the existing dwelling is noted on
the Environmental Site Screening Questionnaire. Staff have further evaluated the
proposed threat since initial pre-consultation in March 2024, and consider it to be a low
risk with respect to the Region’s Threats Inventory Database. As such, a Record of Site
Condition is not required for this application in accordance with the Region’s
Implementation Guideline for the Review of Development Applications on or Adjacent to
Known and Potentially Contaminated Sites.
Environmental and Stationary Noise
At this location, the proposed development may encounter environmental noise sources
from Lancaster Street West (Regional Road #29), Provincial Highway 85 (Conestoga
Parkway), and potential stationary noise sources from existing land uses in the vicinity.
In lieu of a detailed noise study, the Region will require as a condition of consent
approval that the owner/applicant enter into a registered Development Agreement with
the Region of Waterloo to implement the following noise mitigation measures for all
dwelling units on the severed and retained lands:
a) That all dwelling units be constructed with a central air conditioning system.
The location, installation and sound ratings of the outdoor air conditioning
devices shall comply with the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and
Parks’ NPC-300 noise guideline, as applicable.
b) That the following warning clauses be included in all agreements of purchase
and sale and/or rental agreements:
“Purchasers/tenants are advised that sound levels due to increasing road
traffic may occasionally interfere with some activities of the dwelling
occupants as the sound levels exceed the sound level limits of the
Municipality and the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.”
Document Number: 4749612 Version: 1 Page 6 of 9
“This dwelling unit has been supplied with a central air conditioning system
which will allow windows and exterior doors to remain closed, thereby
ensuring that the indoor sound levels are within the sound level limits of the
Municipality and Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.”
“Purchasers/tenants are advised that due to the proximity of the adjacent
industries, noise from these industries may at times be audible.”
Regional Consent Review Fee
Regional staff are not in receipt of the required consent review fee of $350. This fee is
required as a condition of approval for the consent application.
Fees must be paid individually and separately to the Region. Fees can be submitted in-
person, by mail, or EFT.
Arrange EFT by emailing pwalter@regionofwaterloo.ca.
Cheque or bank draft can be dropped off at Regional Head Office lobby/security
(on the main floor), located at 150 Frederick St, Kitchener. 15-minute parking is
available at the rear of the building, outside the Kitchener Public Library, at the
intersection of Queen Street North and Ahrens Street East.
Cheque or bank draft can be mailed as follows:
o Attention of Peggy Walter, Planning, Development and Legislative
Services, Regional Municipality of Waterloo, 150 Frederick St, Kitchener,
ON N2G 4J3.
Regional Staff has no objection to this application subject to the following
condition(s):
1. That the Owner/Applicant submit the consent review fee of $350 to the Regional
Municipality of Waterloo.
2. That prior to approval, the Owner/Applicant enter into a registered development
agreement with the Region of Waterloo to implement the following conditions for
all dwelling units on both retained and severed lots:
a) That all dwelling units be constructed with a central air conditioning system.
The location, installation and sound ratings of the outdoor air conditioning
devices shall comply with the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and
Parks’ NPC-300 noise guideline, as applicable.
b) That the following warning clauses be included in all agreements of purchase
and sale and/or rental agreements:
i) “Purchasers/tenants are advised that sound levels due to increasing
road traffic may occasionally interfere with some activities of the
dwelling occupants as the sound levels exceed the sound level limits of
the Municipality and the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and
Parks.”
ii) “This dwelling unit has been supplied with a central air conditioning
system which will allow windows and exterior doors to remain closed,
thereby ensuring that the indoor sound levels are within the sound
Document Number: 4749612 Version: 1 Page 7 of 9
level limits of the Municipality and Ministry of Environment,
Conservation and Parks.”
iii) “Purchasers/tenants are advised that due to the proximity of the
adjacent industries, noise from these industries may at times be
audible.”
Document Number: 4749612 Version: 1 Page 8 of 9
General Comments:
Any submission requirements may be subject to peer review, at the owner/ applicant’s
expense as per By-law 23-062. If any other applications are required to facilitate the
application, note that fees are subject to change and additional requirements may apply.
Any future development on the lands subject to the above-noted consent applications
will be subject to the provisions of Regional Development Charge By-law 19-037 or any
successor thereof. Prior to final approval, City staff must be in receipt of the above-
noted Regional condition clearances.
Please accept this letter as our request for a copy of the staff reports, decisions and
minutes pertaining to each of the consent applications noted above. Should you require
Regional Staff to be in attendance at the meeting or have any questions, please do not
hesitate to contact the undersigned.
Sincerely,
Will Towns, RPP
Senior Planner, Community Planning
wtowns@regionofwaterloo.ca
519-818-1868
Document Number: 4749612 Version: 1 Page 9 of 9
August 2, 2024via email
Marilyn Mills
Secretary-Treasurer
Committee of Adjustment
City of Kitchener
200 King Street West
Kitchener, ON, N2G 4G7
DearMarilyn Mills,
Re:Committee of Adjustment Meeting August 20, 2024
Applications for Minor Variance
A 2024-058175Hoffman StreetA 2024-06467 Kimberly Crescent
A 2024-06095 Brunswick AvenueA 2024-065570 Frederick Street
A 2024-06125 Palace StreetA 2024-0661180 Union Street
A 2024-06240 Palace StreetA 2024-0671180 Union Street
A 2024-063908 Chapel Hill Court
Applicationsfor Consent
B 2024-017135 Gateway Park DriveB 2024-020573 Guelph Street
B 2024-018135 Gateway Park DriveB 2024-02162 Gage Avenue
B 2024-019250 Shirley AvenueB 2024-0221180 Union Street
Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) staff has reviewed the above-noted
applications.
GRCA has no objection to the approval of the above applications.The subject
properties do not contain any natural hazards such as watercourses, floodplains,
shorelines, wetlands, or valley slopes.The properties arenot subject to Ontario
Regulation 41/24and,therefore,a permission from GRCA is not required.
Should you haveany questions, please contact meataherreman@grandriver.caor
519-621-2763 ext. 2228.
Sincerely,
Andrew Herreman,CPT
Resource Planning Technician
Grand River Conservation Authority
From:AMIN Pranav
To:Committee of Adjustment (SM)
Subject:Kitchener - 250 Shirley Avenue - B 2024-019
Date:Wednesday, July 31, 2024 2:51:08 PM
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We are in receipt of your Application for Consent, B 2024-019 dated July 25, 2024. We have reviewed the documents concerning the noted Application and have no comments or concerns at
this
time. Our preliminary review considers issues affecting Hydro One’s 'High Voltage Facilities and Corridor Lands' only.
For proposals affecting 'Low Voltage Distribution Facilities’ please consult your local area Distribution Supplier.
To confirm if Hydro One is your local distributor please follow the following link:
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Please select “ Search” and locate address in question by entering the address or by zooming in and out of the map
If Hydro One is your local area Distribution Supplier, please contact Customer Service at 1-888-664-9376 or e-mail CustomerCommunications@HydroOne.com to be connected to your Local
Operations Centre
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
Dennis De Rango
Specialized Services Team Lead, Real Estate Department
Hydro One Networks Inc.
Tel: (905)946-6237
Email: Dennis.DeRango@HydroOne.com
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TO:Committee of Adjustment, City of Kitchener
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Development & Approvals 200 King Street Wet, 6Floor, Kitchener, ON, N2G 4G7
CofA@kitchener.ca
DATE:August 6, 2024
RE:Adjacent DevelopmentReview:B 2024-019
250 Shirley Avenue, Kitchener, ON
Consent Application
DearCommittee of Adjustment,
Metrolinx is in receipt of theConsentapplication for 250 Shirley Ave, Kitchener, to facilitate the
severance of the lands,to create a new lot additionto be consolidated into the adjacent lands at
260 Shirley Ave. As circulated on July26th, 2024, and to be heard by the Committee on August
20, 2024. low:
The subject property is located adjacent to the Metrolinx Guelph Subdivision which
carries Metrolinx's Kitchener GO Train service.The subject site is also adjacent to the
Metrolinx Shirley Ave Layover Facility.
GO/HEAVY-RAIL ADVISORY COMMENTS
As the proposal is for a technical severence to faciliate lot additions and no new
development is proposed, Metrolinx has no objections to the specified proposal should
the committee grant approval.
Please keep Metrolinx involved as a stakeholder in the comprehensive site application (if
applicable) as there may be further requirements/comments should any future
development be contemplated on either the retained or severed lands.
Please note that should future development be contemplated (and additional
development applications to support this are submitted), the subject properties would
be subject to further review/comment. At such time, further requirements may include
(but is not limited to) having the Owner enter into an Adjacent Development Agreement
outlining all required works to protect Metrolinx interests and registering an
environmental easement for operational emissions on title.
The applicant is advised that all other conditions/requirements/agreements related to
the comprehensive application (if applicable) must also be fulfilled prior to approval of
the requisite Site Plan. Additionally, the Owner shall be responsible for all costs for the
preparation and registration of agreements/undertakings/easements/warning clauses as
determined appropriate by Metrolinx, to the satisfaction of Metrolinx.
Adjacent Development Review: B 2024-019
250 Shirley Avenue, Kitchener, ON
The Proponent is advised of the following:
o Warning: The Applicant is advised that the subject land is located within
that Metrolinx and its assigns and successors in interest has or have a right-of-way
within 300 metres from the subject land. The Applicant is further advised that
there may be alterations to or expansions of the rail or other transit facilities on
such right-of-way in the future including the possibility that Metrolinx or any
railway entering into an agreement with Metrolinx to use the right-of-way or their
assigns or successors as aforesaid may expand or alter their operations, which
expansion or alteration may affect the environment of the occupants in the
vicinity, notwithstanding the inclusion of any noise and vibration attenuating
measures in the design of the development and individual lots, blocks or units.
o Warning: Metrolinx and its assigns and successors in interest has or have a right-
of-way and an interest in land within 300 metres from the subject land. There may
be alterations to or expansions of the rail or other transit facilities on such right-of-
way and/or to the Shirley Ave Rail Maintenance Facility in the future including the
possibility that Metrolinx or any railway entering into an agreement with Metrolinx
to use the right-of-way and/or Shirley Ave Rail Maintenance Facility or their
assigns or successors as aforesaid may expand or alter their operations, which
expansion or alteration may affect the environment of the occupants in the
vicinity, notwithstanding the inclusion of any noise and vibration attenuating
measures in the design of the development and individual lots, blocks or units.
In accordance with the Railway Safety Act and Transport Canada Guidelines, storage of
certain hazardous materials near railway corridors is subject to setback regulations.
Metrolinx will require the proponent to acknowledge if the storage of hazardous material
is being proposed and, if so, that proper Transport Canada regulations are being
applied. The below links are provided as reference:
o Anhydrous Ammonia Bulk Storage Regulations (No. 0-33)
o Ammonium Nitrate Storage Facilities Regulations (No. 0-36)
o Flammable Liquids Bulk Storage Regulations (No. 0-32)
o Liquefied Petroleum Gases Bulk Storage Regulations (No. 0-31)
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Farah.Faroque@metrolinx.com.
Best Regards,
Farah Faroque
Project Analyst, Third Party Project Review
Metrolinx | 10 Bay Street | Toronto | Ontario | M5J 2S3
T: (437) 900-2291
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