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Committee of Adjustment
Committee Minutes
May 20, 2025, 10:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
City of Kitchener
200 King Street W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7
Present: B. Santos, Chair
B. McColl, Member
M. Gambetti, Member
M. Melo, Member
A. Brennan, Member
Staff: T. Malone-Wright, Manager, Development Approvals
D. Seller, Transportation Services
M. Mills, Committee Coordinator
C. Owen, Administrative Clerk
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1. COMMENCEMENT
The Committee of Adjustment met this date commencing at 10:00 a.m.
2. MINUTES
Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by M. Gambetti
"That the regular minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held
April 15, 2025, as circulated to the members, be accepted."
Carried
3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE
THEREOF
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3.1 A. Brennan - A 2025-050 - 244 Samuel Street, DSD-2025-223
A. Brennan declared a pecuniary interest with respect to minor variance
application A 2025-050 - 244 Samuel Street, DSD-2025-223, on the agenda this
date due to their employment. Accordingly, A. Brennan did not participate in any
discussion or vote regarding this matter.
4. APPLICATIONS FOR MINOR VARIANCE AND / OR CONSENT PURSUANT
TO THE PLANNING ACT
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.1 A 2025-021 - 2880 King Street East, DSD-2025-234
Submission No.: A 2025-021
Applicant: Arvinder Pablay
Property Location: 2880 King Street East
Legal Description: Part Farm Lot, Plan 589; being Parts 11 to 18 on Reference
Plan 58R-3902
Appearances:
In Support:
P. Grewal
A. Pablay
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to permit a
parking requirement of 27 parking spaces rather than the minimum required 44
parking spaces to recognize the parking configuration for the existing commercial
retail plaza on the subject property in accordance with Site Plan Application
SPB24/097/K/AS.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
234, dated May 9, 2025, recommending approval subject to conditions as
outlined in the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 4, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
T. Malone-Wright noted the subject application was previously deferred by the
Committee to allow the applicant an opportunity to complete a Parking
Justification Study. It was noted Staff have conducted a parking study at the
subject property and can confirm that there is sufficient parking. As such, Staff is
in support of approval of the minor variance application.
P. Grewal was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by M. Gambetti
That the application of 1000833452 ONTARIO INCORPORATED requesting a
minor variance to permit a parking requirement of 27 parking spaces rather than
the minimum required 44 parking spaces to recognize the parking configuration
for the existing commercial retail plaza on the subject property in accordance
with Site Plan Application SPB24/097/K/AS, on Part Farm Lot, Plan 589; being
Parts 11 to 18 on Reference Plan 58R-3902, 2880 King Street East, 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 a-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information, please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
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6. NEW BUSINESS
6.1 A 2025-043 & A 2025-044 - 82, 84 Brunswick Avenue, DSD-2025-211
Submission No.: A 2025-043 & A 2025-044
Applicant: 1000775777Ontario Ltd. c/o Amy Brooke and Nigel Brooke
Property Location: 82 Brunswick Avenue
Legal Description: Part Lot 9, Plan 373
Appearances:
In Support:
M. Phipps
A. Brooke
Contra:
B. Magolon
R. Miller
M. Orth
M. Van Rassel
C. Jackett
M. Charette
C. Shantz
M. Wright
L. Charette
R. Miller
Written Submissions:
K. Bester
M. Charette
A. Brooke
K. Targosz Valdez
C. Shantz
C. Knox
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M. & G. Wright
Z. Schnarr
M. Jackett
L. Charette
R. Miller
B. Magolon
A. Gowing
M. Corry
P. Eckstein
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit a
minimum front yard landscaping area of 15% rather than the minimum required
20%; to permit a driveway width of 5.2m rather than the maximum permitted 3m;
and, to permit a rear yard setback of 6.6m rather than the minimum required
7.5m to facilitate the construction of a semi-detached dwelling containing 4 units.
In future, this parcel is proposed to be severed from the property municipally
addressed as 84 Brunswick Avenue, so each lot can be dealt with separately.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
211, dated May 7, 2025, recommending refusal as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 6, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
M. Phipps, and A. Brooke were in attendance in opposition to the staff
recommendation noting the proposed development provides affordable and
attainable housing. Further, the current Zoning By law and regulations permit 4
dwelling units on the subject properties as of right, however, to improve the
desirability and livability of the proposed units, minor variances are being
requested this date. In response to questions from the Committee regarding
concerns with the proposed driveway width, M. Tibbs noted the property owner is
amenable to considering a parking variance for a single wide driveway rather
than a double wide driveway.
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R. Miller and C. Jackett were in attendance in opposition to the application noting
the proposed development is not desirable for the neighbourhood as it negatively
impacts the neighbourhood character, safety, and livability of the community.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright advised the
Committee, Staff are of the opinion that all the requested variances, except the
request for a rear yard setback of 6.6m are not minor in nature.
M. Gambetti brought a motion to approve the requested rear yard setback of
6.6m. The motion failed to receive a seconder thus was not considered.
B. McColl brought forward a motion to refuse the requested minor variances,
which was seconded by M. Gambetti. The following motion was then voted on
and was Carried.
Submission No. A 2025-043
Moved by: B. McColl
Seconded by: M. Gambetti
That the application of AMY BROOKE and NIGEL BROOKE requesting minor
variances to permit a minimum front yard landscaping area of 15% rather than
the minimum required 20%; to permit a driveway width of 5.2m rather than the
maximum permitted 3m; and, to permit a rear yard setback of 6.6m rather than
the minimum required 7.5m to facilitate the construction of a semi-detached
dwelling containing 4-units, generally in accordance with drawings prepared by
Southwood Homes, dated March 27, 2025, on Part Lot 9, Plan 373, 82
Brunswick Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE REFUSED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are not minor.
2. This application is not 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 not 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.
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Carried
Submission No. A 2025-044
Moved by: B. McColl
Seconded by: M. Gambetti
That the application of AMY BROOKE and NIGEL BROOKE requesting minor
variances to permit a minimum front yard landscaping area of 17% rather than
the minimum required 20%; to permit a driveway width of 5.2m rather than the
maximum permitted 3m; and, to permit a rear yard setback of 5.1m rather than
the minimum required 7.5m to facilitate the construction of a semi-detached
dwelling containing 4-units, generally in accordance with drawings prepared by
Southwood Homes, dated March 27, 2025, on Plan 373, Part Lot 9, 82
Brunswick Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE REFUSED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are not minor.
2. This application is not 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 not 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
6.2 A 2025-045 - 191 Morgan Avenue, DSD-2025-224
Submission No.: A 2025-045
Applicant: 1000213586 Ontario Inc c/o Kyle Ford
Property Location: 191 Morgan Avenue
Legal Description: on Part Lot 3, Plan 959 & Part Lot 1, Plan 986 & Part Block E,
Plan 115, being Parts 1-3 on Reference Plan 58R871
Appearances:
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In Support:
K. Ford
R. D'Alessandro
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit a
parking requirement of 16 parking spaces rather than the minimum required 32
parking spaces to facilitate the development of 11 new dwelling units within an
existing building having 18 dwelling units, for a total of 29 dwelling units in
accordance with Site Plan Application SP24/086/M/BB.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
224, dated May 8, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 6, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
R. D'Alessandro, NEO Architecture Inc. was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by M. Melo
Seconded by M. Gambetti
That the application of 1000213586 ONTARIO INC requesting a minor variance
to permit a parking requirement of 16 parking spaces rather than the minimum
required 32 parking spaces to facilitate the development of 11 new dwelling units
within an existing building having 18 dwelling units, for a total of 29 dwelling units
in accordance with Site Plan Application SP24/086/M/BB, on Part Lot 3, Plan 959
& Part Lot 1, Plan 986 & Part Block E, Plan 115, being Parts 1-3 on Reference
Plan 58R871, 191 Morgan Avenue, 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
6.3 A 2025-046 - 241 Huck Crescent, DSD-2025-209
Submission No.: A 2025-046
Applicant: Waseela Saleh and Farid Kassam
Property Location: 241 Huck Crescent
Legal Description: Lot 93, Plan 58M-117
Appearances:
In Support:
W. Saleh
N. Disha
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit
an addition of a deck to have a rear yard setback of 3.9m rather than the
minimum required 4.0m; and, to permit an addition (a sunroom) to have a rear
yard setback of 4.8m rather than the minimum required 7.5m.
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The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
209, dated May 7, 2025, recommending approval subject to a condition as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 6, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
N. Disha, Four Seasons Sunrooms, was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by A. Brennan
Seconded by M. Melo
That the application of FARID DAWOOD KASSAM and WASEELA SULAIMAN
SALEH requesting minor variances to permit an addition of a deck to have a rear
yard setback of 3.9m rather than the minimum required 4.0m; and, to permit an
addition (a sunroom) to have a rear yard setback of 4.8m rather than the
minimum required 7.5m, in accordance with drawings prepared by Four Seasons
Sunrooms GTA, dated January 26, 2025, on Plan 58M-117, Lot 93, 241 Huck
Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following condition:
1. That the property owner shall provide and show Erosion and
Sedimentation Control Measures on the plot plan for the Application for
and side of 241 Huck Crescent.
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
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www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.4 A 2025-047 - 14 Jansen Avenue, DSD-2025-235
Submission No.: A 2025-047
Applicant: 233514 Ontario Inc. c/o Dennis Vatour
Property Location: 14 Jansen Avenue
Legal Description: Part Lot Farm, Plan 589
Appearances:
In Support:
D. Vatour
A. Josic
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit a
northerly side yard setback of 3.2m rather than the minimum required 7.5m; and,
to permit a parking requirement of 8 parking spaces rather than the minimum
required 16 parking spaces to facilitate a 2-storey addition at the rear of the
existing building for the expansion of an existing daycare use in accordance with
Site Plan Application SPF25/003/J.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
235, dated May 8, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 6, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
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A. Josic, AFJ Building Design Inc. and D. Vatour were in attendance in support of
the staff recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of 2335314 ONTARIO INC requesting minor variances to
permit a northerly side yard setback of 3.2m rather than the minimum required
7.5m; and, to permit a parking requirement of 8 parking spaces rather than the
minimum required 16 parking spaces to facilitate a 2-storey addition at the rear of
the existing building for the expansion of an existing daycare use in accordance
with Site Plan Application SPF25/003/J, on Part Lot Farm, Plan 589, 14 Jansen
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 part of the Commi-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information, please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.5 A 2025-048 - 24 Amherst Drive, DSD-2025-226
Submission No.: A 2025-048
Applicant: Dandan Xu
Property Location: 24 Amherst Drive
Legal Description: Lot 104, Plan 578
Appearances:
In Support:
J. Cooper
D. Xu
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Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
S. Di Maria
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit a
driveway width of 8.3m rather than the maximum permitted driveway width of 8m;
and, to permit a southerly side yard setback of 0m rather than the minimum
required 1.2m to recognize an existing driveway, and to facilitate the conversion
of the existing garage into an entry area for an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU)
(Attached).
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
226, dated May 7, 2025, recommending approval subject to conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 6, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. Cooper was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by M. Gambetti
That the application of DANDAN XU requesting minor variances to permit a
driveway width of 8.3m rather than the maximum permitted driveway width of 8m;
and, to permit a southerly side yard setback of 0m rather than the minimum
required 1.2m to recognize an existing driveway, to facilitate the conversion of
the existing garage into an entry area for an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU)
(Attached), generally in accordance with drawings submitted as part of Minor
Variance Application A 2025-048, on Lot 104, Plan 578, 24 Amherst Drive,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are 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
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.6 A 2025-049 - 42 Orchard Mill Crescent, DSD-2025-227
Submission No.: A 2025-049
Applicant: Jeffrey Cooper, Dandan Xu, Hongfa Xu
Property Location: 42 Orchard Mill Crescent
Legal Description: Lot 23, Plan 1472
Appearances:
In Support:
J. Cooper
D. Xu
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit a
southerly side yard setback of 0m rather than the required 1.2m to recognize an
existing driveway and to facilitate the conversion of the existing garage into an
entry area for an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Attached).
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
227, dated May 7, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 6, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. Cooper was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of DANDAN XU, HONGFA XU and JEFFREY COOPER
requesting a minor variance to permit a southerly side yard setback of 0m rather
than the required 1.2m to recognize an existing driveway and to facilitate the
conversion of the existing garage into an entry area for an Additional Dwelling
Unit (ADU) (Attached), generally in accordance with drawings submitted as part
of Minor Variance Application A 2025-049, on Lot 23, Plan 1472, 42 Orchard Mill
Crescent, 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 -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information, please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.7 A 2025-050 - 244 Samuel Street, DSD-2025-223
Submission No.: A 2025-050
Applicant: William S. Dahms, Denise J. Dahms, Nicholas W.M. Dahms
Property Location: 244 Samuel Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 97, Plan 284
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Appearances:
In Support:
W. Dahms
N. Dahms
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
A. Brennan declared a pecuniary interest with respect to minor variance
application A 2025-050 - 244 Samuel Street, DSD-2025-223, on the agenda this
date due to their employment. Accordingly, A. Brennan did not participate in any
discussion or vote regarding this matter.
A. Brennan left the meeting at this time.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit a
single detached dwelling to have a driveway width of 8m (68% of the lot width)
rather than the maximum permitted 4.7m (40% of the lot width); and, to permit a
driveway to be located 0.5m from the rear lot line rather than the minimum
required setback of 1.2m to facilitate the enlargement of the existing driveway.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
223, dated May 7, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 6, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
N. Dahms and W. Dahms were in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by M. Melo
That the application of WILLIAM S. DAHMS, DENISE J. DAHMS and NICHOLAS
W. M. DAHMS requesting minor variances to permit a single detached dwelling
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to have a driveway width of 8m (68% of the lot width) rather than the maximum
permitted 4.7m (40% of the lot width); and, to permit a driveway to be located
0.5m from the rear lot line rather than the minimum required setback of 1.2m to
facilitate the enlargement of the existing driveway, generally in accordance with
drawings attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2025-223,
on Part Lot 97, Plan 284, 244 Samuel 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
6.8 A 2025-051 - 503 Victoria Street North, DSD-2025-230
Submission No.: A 2025-051
Applicant: Cobra Property Investments Ltd. c/o Kendall Wayow
Property Location: 503 Victoria Street North
Legal Description: Part Lots 18 & 19, Plan 157
Appearances:
In Support:
K. Wayow
J. Camara
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
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None
A. Brennan re-entered the meeting at this time.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to Zoning
By-law 85-1 to permit an unobstructed walkway to overlap with the driveway
whereas the Zoning By-law does not permit this; to permit a driveway to be
comprised of the same material as the unobstructed walkway whereas the
Zoning By-law does not permit this; to permit a residential building without central
air conditioning, double-glazed windows, and EW1 exterior walls to be located
3.8m from an Arterial Road rather than the minimum permitted 12m; and, to
permit a driveway width of 2.2m rather than the minimum required 2.6m to
facilitate use of the existing building for a Single Detached Dwelling with 2
Additional Dwelling Units (ADU)(Attached) as a Triplex Use.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
230, dated May 8, 2025, recommending approval of the variances related to the
driveway and the residential building subject to conditions; and, refusal of the
variances related to the unobstructed walkway as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 6, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
K. Wayow and J. Camara, Fiori Design Inc, were in attendance in support of the
staff recommendation for approval of the variances related to the driveway and
the residential building location however noted opposition to the staff
recommendation for refusal of the variances related to the unobstructed walkway.
K. Wayow noted the existing condition of the property as a Triplex Use has
existed for 4 decades and the applicant is seeking to bring the home into
compliance with the Zoning By law. Further, the proposed variances align with
the City of Kitchener's goals of gentle intensification, efficient land use and
affordable housing while preserving the neighbourhood character. K. Wayow also
noted the request for an unobstructed walkway to overlap with the driveway does
not affect livability or emergency access. Further, alternative configurations to the
walkways suggested by Staff will require extensive structural changes and will
introduce awkward interior layouts and loss of living space. Lastly, K. Wayow
noted the overlap of unobstructed walkways with driveways exists at other
neighbouring properties including 495, 497 and 415 Victoria Street North.
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In response to questions from the Committee regarding the potential for angled
parking to address Staff's concerns with the three 90-degree parking spaces as
outlined in the report, D. Seller noted Staff would need to further assess the
property to ensure it meets the criteria for angled parking. K. Wayow noted the
applicant is amendable to the suggested angled parking.
In response to further questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright advised
there is no record indicating the existing triplex use at the subject property was
granted legal non-conforming status.
B. McColl stated an opinion that all the requested variances should be approved
as the triplex use has existed for decades without any issues. B. McColl brought
forward a motion to approve all requested variances. The motion failed to receive
a seconder thus was not considered.
It was requested that the Staff recommendation for approval of the variances
related to the driveway and the residential building; and, refusal of the variances
related to the unobstructed walkway be voted on separately.
The following motions were then voted on and Carried.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by M. Melo
That the application of CONCEZIO GIAMPIETRO and SALVATORE
GIAMPIETRO requesting minor variances to Zoning By-law 85-1 to permit a
residential building without central air conditioning, double-glazed windows, and
EW1 exterior walls to be located 3.8m from an Arterial Road rather than the
minimum permitted 12m; and, to permit a driveway width of 2.2 m rather than the
minimum required 2.6m to facilitate use of the existing building for a Single
Detached Dwelling with 2 Additional Dwelling Units (ADU)(Attached) as a Triplex
Use, generally in accordance with drawings prepared by Fiori Design, dated
November 14, 2024, on Part Lots 18 & 19, Plan 157, 503 Victoria Street North,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall grant Metrolinx an Environmental Easement
for Operational Emissions. The Environmental Easement provides clear
notification to those who may acquire an interest in the subject property
and reduces the potential for future land use conflicts. The environmental
easement shall be registered on title of the subject property.
2. That the property owner shall provide confirmation to Metrolinx, that the
following warning clause has been inserted into all Development
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Agreements, Offers to Purchase, and Agreements of Purchase and Sale
or Lease of each dwelling unit within 300 metres of the Railway Corridor:
ence and as
such is advised 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."
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
Moved by A. Brennan
Seconded by M. Gambetti
That the application of CONCEZIO GIAMPIETRO and SALVATORE
GIAMPIETRO requesting minor variances to Zoning By-law 85-1 to permit an
unobstructed walkway to overlap with the driveway whereas the Zoning By-law
does not permit this; and, to permit a driveway to be comprised of the same
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material as the unobstructed walkway whereas the Zoning By-law does not
permit this, to facilitate use of the existing building for a Single Detached Dwelling
with 2 Additional Dwelling Units (ADU)(Attached) as a Triplex Use, generally in
accordance with drawings prepared by Fiori Design, dated November 14, 2024,
on Part Lots 18 & 19, Plan 157, 503 Victoria Street North, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
REFUSED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are not minor.
2. This application is not 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 not 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 t
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.9 A 2025-052 & A 2025-053 - 573 & 575 Guelph Street, DSD-2025-205
Submission No.: A 2025-052 & A 2025-053
Applicant: Marcru Corp c/o Jon Crummer
Property Location: 573 & 575 Guelph Street
Legal Description: Lot 17, Plan 749
Appearances:
In Support:
J. Crummer
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
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The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit
lot widths of 7.4m rather than the minimum required 7.5m; and, to permit side
yard setbacks of 0.9m rather than the minimum required 1.2m to recognize the
existing semi-detached dwellings.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
205, dated April 25, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 6, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. Crummer, Marcru Corp, was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Submission No. A 2025-052
Moved by: M. Gambetti
Seconded by: B. McColl
That the application of MARCRU CORP requesting minor variances to permit a
lot width of 7.4m rather than the minimum required 7.5m; and, to permit a side
yard setback of 0.9m rather than the minimum required 1.2m to recognize the
existing semi-detached dwelling, generally, in accordance with drawings
prepared by Ontario Land Surveyor David J. Raithby, dated June 8, 2023, on Lot
17, Plan 749, 573 Guelph 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
considered and taken into account as -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information, please
www.kitchener.ca.
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Submission No. A 2025-053
Moved by: M. Gambetti
Seconded by: B. McColl
That the application of MARCRU CORP requesting minor variances to permit a
lot width of 7.4m rather than the minimum required 7.5m; and, to permit a side
yard setback of 0.9m rather than the minimum required 1.2m to recognize the
existing semi-detached dwelling, generally, in accordance with drawings
prepared by Ontario Land Surveyor David J. Raithby, dated June 8, 2023, on Lot
17, Plan 749, 575 Guelph 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
considered and taken into account as part of the -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information, please
www.kitchener.ca.
6.10 B 2025-014 - Part 3, Reference Plan 58R-7207, DSD-2025-231
Submission No.: B 2025-014
Applicant: Grand River Conservation Authority
Property Location: Part 3, Reference Plan 58R-7207, Vacant Land
Legal Description: Part 3, Reference Plan 58R-7207
Appearances:
In Support:
T. Bocchino
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
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The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a
triangular-shaped parcel of land measuring 35.8m by 14.3m by 27.6m, having an
area of 180.2 sq.m. to convey as a lot addition to the property municipally
addressed as 508 Fall Harvest Place, as shown on a survey sketch prepared by
Guenther Rueb Surveying Limited, dated March 19, 2025 attached to the
application.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
231, dated May 7, 2025, recommending approval subject to conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
objection with the subject application.
T. Bocchino was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by M. Melo
That the application of GRAND RIVER CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
requesting consent to sever a triangular-shaped parcel of land measuring 35.8m
by 14.3m by 27.6m, having an area of 180.2 sq.m. from Part 3, Reference Plan
58R-7207, Vacant Land, to convey as a lot addition to Lot 27, Plan 58M-527, 508
Fall Harvest Place, as shown on a survey sketch prepared by Guenther Rueb
Surveying Limited, dated March 19, 2025 attached to the application, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. citor 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.
2. 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.
3. 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
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according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
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, Development and Housing Approvals, and
Severance Sketch Plan, prepared by Guenther Rueb Surveying Limited,
dated March 19, 2025 (Figure 4, DSD-2025-231) and Lot 27, 58M-527
-527 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 Lot 27, 58M-527 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)
5.
to register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands
and Lot 27, 58M-527 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.
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 applicant 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
6.11 B 2025-015 - Part 3, Reference Plan 58R-7207, DSD-2025-232
Submission No.: B 2025-015
Applicant: Grand River Conservation Authority
Property Location: Part 3, Reference Plan 58R-7207, Vacant Land
Legal Description: Part 3, Reference Plan 58R-7207
Appearances:
In Support:
T. Bocchino
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever an
irregular-shaped parcel of land measuring 20.3m by 15.8m by 14.3m by 27.6m,
having an area of 342.5 sq.m. to convey as a lot addition to the property
municipally addressed as 512 Fall Harvest Place, as shown on a survey sketch
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prepared by Guenther Rueb Surveying Limited, dated March 19, 2025 attached
to the application.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
232, dated May 7, 2025, recommending approval subject to conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
objection with the subject application.
T. Bocchino was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by M. Melo
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of GRAND RIVER CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
requesting permission to consent to sever an irregular-shaped parcel of land
measuring 20.3m by 15.8m by 14.3m by 27.6m, having an area of 342.5 sq.m.
from Part 3, Reference Plan 58R-7207,Vacant Land, to convey as a lot addition
to Lot 26, Plan 58M-527, 512 Fall Harvest Place, as shown on a survey sketch
prepared by Guenther Rueb Surveying Limited, dated March 19, 2025, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. citor 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.
2. 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.
3. 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
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, Development and Housing Approvals, and
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Severance Sketch Plan, prepared by Guenther Rueb Surveying Limited,
dated March 19, 2025 (Figure 4, DSD-2025-231) and Lot 26, 58M-527
ed Lands and Lot 26, 58M-527 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 Lot 26 58M-527 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
5.
to register an Application Consolidation Parcels for the Severed Lands
and Lot 26, 58M-527 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.
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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www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant 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
6.12 B 2025-016 - 1950 Fischer Hallman Road, DSD-2025-210
Submission No.: B 2025-016
Applicant: Schlegel Urban Developments Corp
Property Location: 1950 Fischer Hallman Road
Legal Description: Part Lots 158 and 159, German Company Tract; being Part 3
on Reference Plan 58R-17355
Appearances:
In Support:
M. Serra
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to permit a long-
term lease for a period greater than 21 years for a building and drive-through
as 1950 Fischer Hallman Road.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
210, dated May 7, 2025, recommending approval subject to conditions as
outlined in the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application subject to a condition as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
M. Serra, GSP Group Inc., was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by M. Gambetti
That the application of SCHLEGEL URBAN DEVELOPMENTS CORP requesting
consent to permit a long-term lease for a period greater than 21 years for a
building and drive-
property municipally addressed as 1950 Fischer Hallman Road, in accordance
with the
B 2025-016, on Part Lots 158 and 159, German Company Tract; being Part 3 on
Reference Plan 58R-17355, 1950 Fischer Hallman Road, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1.
and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
2. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject
3. 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
size 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
4. That the property owner shall verify, in writing, whether the Lease
Agreement is affected by any required or existing easements and/or
restricted covenants, to confirm the necessary arrangements for servicing,
shared parking and access are in place.
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5. That the property owner shall verify, in writing, that the subject property
has been developed in accordance with the Approved Site Plan
Agreement, and if necessary, the Site Plan Agreement is to be amended
to include any required revisions and/or updates.
6. That the property owner shall verify, in writing, that the Lease Agreement
complies with and fulfils all pertinent provisions of the Ontario Planning
Act.
7. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Region of Waterloo for the consent review fee of $350.00.
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 applicant 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
6.13 B 2025-017 & A 2025-054 - 864 King Street West, DSD-2025-229
Submission No.: B 2025-017 & A 2025-054
Applicant: Vive Development Corporation
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Property Location: 864 King Street West
Legal Description: Part Lots 304, 305 & 312, Lots 306, 319 & 320, Plan 385;
being Part 1 Reference Plan 58R-8237
Appearances:
In Support:
C. Dumart
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever an
irregular-shaped parcel of land measuring 2.2m by 90.4m, having an area of
3,045.1 sq.m. and is proposed to be redeveloped with a 45 storey-tower building.
The retained land will have a width of 54.7m, a depth of 70.5m and an area of
3,259.6 sq.m. and is proposed for a future high-density development. Minor
variances are also being requested for the severed lands to permit a front yard
width on King Street West of 2.28m rather than the required 48.0m; to permit a
side yard setback (southerly property line, middle) of 0m rather than the required
3m; a side yard setback (westerly property line, interior) of 0m rather than the
required 3m; a minimum physical separation for storeys 7-12 (southerly property
line, middle) of 0m rather than the required 6m; a minimum physical separation
for storeys 7-12 (westerly property line, interior) of 0m, rather than the required
6m; a minimum physical separation for storeys 13-18 (westerly property, interior)
of 6.1m rather than the required 9m; a minimum physical separation for storeys
19-36 (westerly property line, interior) of 6.1m rather than the required12m; and,
a minimum physical separation for storeys 37-45 (westerly property line, interior)
of 6.1m rather than the required 15m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
229, dated May 7, 2025, recommending approval subject to conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated May 5, 2025, advising they have no concerns 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 May 5, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
C. Dumart was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Submission No. B 2025-017
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by M. Melo
That the application of KING PINE KITCHENER INC requesting consent to sever
an irregular-shaped parcel of land measuring 2.2m by 90.4m, having an area of
3,045.1 sq.m. and is proposed to be redeveloped with a 45 storey-tower building
on Part Lots 304, 305 & 312, Lots 306, 319 & 320, Plan 385; being Part 1
Reference Plan 58R-8237, 864 King Street West, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That Minor Variance Application A2025-054 receive final approval.
2.
and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
3. 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.
4. 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
5. 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
the severed lands, which shall include the following:
i. That prior to the initiation of any site development works, grading or
issuance of a Demolition and/or Building Permit the Owner agrees to
Manager, Site Plans, which reflects, at minimum, the proposed changes to
the lot size and any associated changes to the operation and/or
functioning of the site.
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Should a Site Plan Application be approved, to the satisfaction of the
endorsement of the deed, the above noted condition shall not be required
to be registered on title.
6. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the
Easement(s) being approved herein shall include the following, and shall
er,
Development Approvals:
a. a clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easement(s) and of
the rights and privileges being granted therein (including detailed terms
and/or conditions of any required maintenance, liability and/or cost sharing
provisions related thereto); and
b. a clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easement(s) being
granted shall be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and shall
not be amended, released or otherwise dealt with without the express
written consent of the City.
7.
Transfer Easement(s) and to immediately thereafter provide copies
thereof to the City Solicitor be provided to the City Solicitor.
8. 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.
9. That the property owner shall submit a Development Asset Drawing
(digital AutoCAD) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
of Engineering Services, prior to deed endorsement.
10. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the
installation of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained
lands and disconnection / abandonment of existing services that are no
longer required to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering
Services.
11. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to
City of Ki
Services.
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12. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers to the satisfaction
the owner will need 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
13. That the property owner shall submit a valid Notice of Source Protection
Plan Compliance (Section 59 Notice) as per the Clean Water Act, 2006 to
the Region of Waterloo.
14. That for the severed lands, the property owner shall enter into a registered
development agreement with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo to
implement the environmental noise recommendations specific to noise
impacts from King Street West (Regional Road No. 8) identified in the
Development, 864-872 King Street West, Kitchener, Regional Municipality
For the retained lands, the agreement shall also specify that an update to
the noise study assessing noise impacts associated with King Street West
shall be completed prior to site plan approval of any future development
on these lands.
15. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
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.
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Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant 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. A 2025-054
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by M. Melo
That the application of KING PINE KITCHENER INC requesting minor variances
for the severed lands (created through Consent Application B 2025-017) to
permit a front yard width on King Street West of 2.28m rather than the required
48.0m; to permit a side yard setback (southerly property line, middle) of 0m
rather than the required 3m; a side yard setback (westerly property line, interior)
of 0m rather than the required 3m; a minimum physical separation for storeys 7-
12 (southerly property line, middle) of 0m rather than the required 6m; a
minimum physical separation for storeys 7-12 (westerly property line, interior) of
0m, rather than the required 6m; a minimum physical separation for storeys 13-
18 (westerly property, interior) of 6.1m rather than the required 9m; a minimum
physical separation for storeys 19-36 (westerly property line, interior) of 6.1m
rather than the required12m; and, a minimum physical separation for storeys 37-
45 (westerly property line, interior) of 6.1m rather than the required 15m, in
accordance with accordance with drawings prepared by Reinders and
Associates, dated March 3, 2025, on Part Lots 304, 305 & 312, Lots 306, 319 &
320, Plan 385; being Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-8237, 864 King Street West,
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.
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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
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
7. ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 11:37 a.m.
Marilyn Mills
Secretary-Treasurer
Committee of Adjustment
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