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Committee of Adjustment
Committee Minutes
October 21, 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
A. Brennan, Member
M. Gambetti, 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
September 16, 2025, as circulated to the members, be accepted."
Carried
3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE
THEREOF
There were no conflicts declared.
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4. APPLICATIONS FOR MINOR VARIANCE AND / OR CONSENT PURSUANT
TO THE PLANNING ACT
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.1 A 2025-076 - 221 Sydney Street South, DSD-2025-340
Submission No.: A 2025-076
Applicant: Rachel Thiessen, Denis Henderson, Kim Kreuger-Kischak
Property Location: 221 Sydney Street South
Legal Description: Lot 367, Plan 262
Appearances:
In Support:
K. Boland
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to to permit
a rear yard setback of 2m rather than the minimum required 7.5m to facilitate the
construction of a rear yard addition (a bathroom/laundry room)
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
340, dated October 8, 2025, recommending approval with a condition as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 August 1, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
K. Boland, King Street Construction, was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by M. Gambetti
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That the application of RACHEL THIESSEN and DENIS HENDERSON and KIM
KRUEGER-KISCHAK requesting a minor variance to permit a rear yard setback
of 2m rather than the minimum required 7.5m to facilitate the construction of a
rear yard addition (a bathroom/laundry room), generally in accordance with
drawings prepared by Southwood Homes, on Lot 367, Plan 262, 221 Sydney
Street South, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following
condition:
1. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Grand River Conservation Authority for the minor variance application
review fee of $300.00.
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
5.2 B 2024-031 - 829 Stirling Avenue South, DSD-2025-421
Submission No.: B 2024-031
Applicant: KK Holding Inc
Property Location: 829 Stirling Avenue South
Legal Description: Part Lot 3, Plan 785
Appearances:
In Support:
R. Bauman
Contra:
None
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Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requesting consent to sever a parcel
of land having a width of 7.9m, a depth of 45.7m and an area of 362.3sq.m. The
retained land will have a width of 7.9m, a depth of 45.7m and an area of 362.3
sq.m. The severance will allow each half of a semi-detached dwelling to be dealt
with independently.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
482, dated November 6, 2024, and report DSD-2025-421, dated October 8,
2025, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in the Staff report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 October 3, 2025 advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
R. Bauman was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by A. Brennan
That the application of KK HOLDING INC requesting consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 7.9m on Stirling Avenue South, a depth of 45.7m and an
area of 362.3 sq.m. on Part Lot 3, Plan 785, 829 Stirling Avenue South,
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
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according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
4. That the property owner shall provide a Building Location Survey and/or
Reference Plan, prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor, to confirm the
boundaries of the new lots and that the location of the foundation, with
respect to the proposed new lot lines, conforms with the Zoning By-law to
the satisfaction of the Manager, Development Approvals.
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 Development Asset Drawing
(digital AutoCAD) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
of Engineering Services, prior to deed endorsement.
7. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the
installation of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained
lands to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services.
8. That property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to City
Engineering Services.
9. 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
10. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park land dedication of 11,862.00.
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.
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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. NEW BUSINESS
6.1 A 2025-101 - 199 Breithaupt Street, DSD-2025-426
Submission No.: A 2025-101
Applicant: Alisha Campbell
Property Location: 199 Breithaupt Street
Legal Description: Part Lots 227 & 228, Plan 376
Appearances:
In Support:
G. Sedra
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to convert
a Legal Non-Conforming Single Detached Dwelling to a Single Detached
Dwelling with one (1) Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU)(Attached), a Duplex.
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The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
426, dated October 8, 2025, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
G. Sedra, GS Engineering Group, was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by M. Gambetti
That the application of ALISHA CAMPBELL requesting permission to convert a
Legal Non-Conforming Single Detached Dwelling to a Single Detached Dwelling
with one (1) Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU)(Attached), a Duplex, generally in
accordance with drawings attached to minor variance application A 2025-101, on
Part Lots 227 & 228, Plan 376, 199 Breithaupt Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1.
of the Manager, Development Approvals, in the area between the front
porch and the front property line to ensure that vehicles will not park in this
area.
2. That the property owner shall complete the work, identified in Condition
No. 1 above, by June 30, 2026. Any request for a time extension must be
approved in writing by the Manager, Development Approvals prior to
completion date set out in this decision. Failure to complete the condition
will result in this approval becoming null and void.
3. That the property owner shall obtain and register an environmental
easement for operational noise and vibration emissions in favour of
Metrolinx at the sole discretion and to the satisfaction of Metrolinx.
4. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with Metrolinx, at
the sole discretion and to the satisfaction of Metrolinx, to include the
following warning clause in all Development Agreements, Offers to
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Purchase, and Agreements of Purchase and Sale or Lease of each
dwelling unit within 300 metres of the Railway Corridor:
nce 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
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The approval of this application is in the public interest as it will support
conducive to dwelling units.
2. This approval of this application will not adversely impact the adjacent
properties or the neighbourhood as a whole.
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 2025-102 - 282 Tremaine Crescent, DSD-2025-414
Submission No.: A 2025-102
Applicant: M. Chuck & Kristen Gregson
Property Location: 282 Tremaine Crescent
Legal Description: Lot 259, Plan 58M-393
Appearances:
In Support:
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S. Brubacher
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to permit a
northerly side yard setback of 0.4m rather than the minimum required 1.2m to
facilitate the construction of a rear covered deck onto the existing detached
dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
414, dated October 1, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
T. Malone Wright advised the Committee that Staff recommend a northerly side
yard setback of 0.6m rather than the requested 0.4m to prevent eaves on the
proposed deck from encroaching on the neighbouring property.
S. Brubacher, Country Lane Builders, was in attendance and requested the
Committee approve a 0.5m northerly side yard setback rather than 0.6m
proposed by Staff noting the porch is small and may not facilitate a 0.6m setback.
T. Malone-Wright noted Staff are amenable to the proposed 0.5m setback
however requested the Committee include a condition requiring Staff review the
drawings prior to the application for a building permit.
M. Gambetti brought forward a motion to approve the Staff recommendation
including an amendment to add a condition requiring the property owner provide
updated drawings demonstrating the rear yard deck having a setback of 0.5m
from the interior lot line and no encroachment of eaves or other architectural
features, prior to the application for a building permit. The motion was seconded
by A. Brennan, was then voted and was Carried.
Moved by M. Gambetti
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Seconded by A. Brennan
That the application of M. CHUCK GREGSON and KRISTEN GREGSON
requesting a minor variance to permit a northerly side yard setback of 0.5m
rather than the minimum required 1.2m to facilitate the construction of a rear yard
covered deck onto the existing detached dwelling, on Lot 259, Plan 58M-393,
282 Tremaine Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the
following condition:
1. That the property owner shall provide updated drawings of the rear yard
covered deck, having a 0.5m setback from the interior lot line and
demonstrating no encroachment of eaves or other architectural features,
to the satisfaction of the Manager, Development Approvals, prior to
Application for Building Permit.
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 2025-103 - 129 St. George Street, DSD-2025-423
Submission No.: A 2025-103
Applicant: Bora Ahmet
Property Location: 129 St. George Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 16, Plan 390; being Part 1 of Reference Plan 58R-
21884
Appearances:
In Support:
A. Faikovski
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Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit a
deck greater than 0.6m in height to be located 3.7m from the rear lot line rather
than the minimum required 4m; and, to permit a rear yard setback of 7m rather
than the minimum required 7.5m to recognize the location of an existing rear
deck and detached dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
423, dated October 8, 2025, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
A. Faikovski, Kishava Construction, was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of BORA AHMET requesting minor variances to permit a
deck greater than 0.6m in height to be located 3.7m from the rear lot line rather
than the minimum required 4m; and, to permit a rear yard setback of 7m rather
than the minimum required 7.5m to recognize the location of an existing rear
deck and detached dwelling, in accordance with drawings prepared by Grit
Surveying, dated February 20, 2025, on Part Lot 16, Plan 390; being Part 1 of
Reference Plan 58R-21884, 129 St. George Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall provide confirmation and/or modify the
existing driveway to provide a driveway and a distinguishable
unobstructed walkway, in accordance with the regulations of Zoning By-
law 2019-051.
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2. That the property owner shall complete the work, identified in Condition
No. 1 above, by June 30, 2026. Any request for a time extension must be
approved in writing by the Manager, Development Approvals prior to
completion date set out in this decision. Failure to complete the condition
will result in this approval becoming null and void.
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
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.4 A 2025-104 - 23 Donnenwerth Drive, DSD-2025-425
Submission No.: A 2025-104
Applicant: Gurminderjit Thiara & Parmvir Thiara
Property Location: 23 Donnenwerth Drive
Legal Description: Part Block 18, Registered Plan 58M-267, being Part 115 on
Reference Plan 58R-13912
Appearances:
In Support:
G. Thiara
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
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The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit
an easterly interior side yard setback of 0.3m rather than the minimum required
0.5m to facilitate the construction of new steps/side access in the side yard of
existing single detached dwelling to facilitate the conversion of a Single Detached
Dwelling to a Duplex Dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
425, dated October 6, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
G. Thiara was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by A. Brennan
That the application of GURMINDERJIT THIARA and PARMVIR THIARA
requesting a minor variance to permit steps in an easterly interior side yard with a
setback of 0.3m rather than the minimum required 0.5m to facilitate the
conversion of a Single Detached Dwelling to a Duplex Dwelling, generally in
accordance with drawings prepared by AEDP Group Inc, dated May 29, 2025, on
Part Block 18, Registered Plan 58M-267; being Part 115 on Reference Plan 58R-
13912, 23 Donnenwerth 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
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information, please
www.kitchener.ca.
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Carried
6.5 A 2025-105 - 1010 Copper Leaf Crescent, DSD-2025-412
Submission No.: A 2025-105
Applicant: Mohammad Salkini
Property Location: 1010 Copper Leaf Crescent
Legal Description: Part Block 3, Registered Plan 58M-197; being Part 25 on
Reference Plan 58R-13109
Appearances:
In Support:
Q. Noujoum
M. Salkini
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit a
lot with of 8m rather than the minimum required 10.5m; and, to permit a rear yard
setback of 11.6m for the principal dwelling and 0.9m to the Additional Dwelling
Unit (ADU)(Detached) rather than the minimum required rear yard setback of
18.5m, to facilitate the development of an Detached Additional Dwelling Unit
(ADU) in the rear yard of the subject property.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
412, dated October 15, 2025, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
Q. Noujoum was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
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Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of MOHAMMAD SALKINI requesting minor variances to
permit a lot with of 8m rather than the minimum required 10.5m; and, to permit a
rear yard setback of 11.6m for the principal dwelling and 0.9m to the Additional
Dwelling Unit (ADU)(Detached) rather than the minimum required rear yard
setback of 18.5m, to facilitate the development of an Detached Additional
Dwelling Unit (ADU) in the rear yard of the subject property, generally in
accordance with drawings prepared by GoConex Group Inc., dated September
16, 2025, on Part Block 3, Registered Plan 58M-197; being Part 25 on Reference
Plan 58R-13109, 1010 Copper Leaf Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall modify the existing driveway, to provide a
driveway and a distinguishable unobstructed walkway to the proposed
Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU)(Detached), in accordance with the
regulations of Zoning By-law 2019-051.
2. That the property owner shall complete the work, identified in Condition
No. 1 above, by June 30, 2026. Any request for a time extension must be
approved in writing by the Manager, Development Approvals prior to
completion date set out in this decision. Failure to complete the condition
will result in this approval becoming null and void.
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
6.6 A 2025-106 - 43 Maurice Street, DSD-2025-419
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Submission No.: A 2025-106
Applicant: Duane Houle
Property Location: 43 Maurice Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 161, Lot 62, Plan 262
Appearances:
In Support:
R. Friesen
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to permit
an easterly exterior side yard setback of 0.1m abutting Sydney Street South,
rather than the minimum required 4m to facilitate the re-construction of a 2-storey
deck onto an existing detached dwelling and to legalize the existing storage
shed.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
419, dated October 3, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 October3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
R. Friesen, Fine Line Drafting and Design Inc., was in attendance in support of
the staff recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by A. Brennan
That the application of DUANE HOULE requesting a minor variance to permit an
easterly exterior side yard setback of 0.1m abutting Sydney Street South rather
than the minimum required 4m to facilitate the re-construction of a 2-storey deck
onto an existing detached dwelling and to legalize the existing storage shed,
generally in accordance with drawings prepared by Fine Line Drafting and
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Design Inc., dated May 10, 2025, on Part Lot 161, Lot 62, Plan 262, 43 Maurice
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
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information, please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.7 A 2025-107 - 904 Isaiah Place, DSD-2025-424
Submission No.: A 2025-107
Applicant: Nahar Littar
Property Location: 904 Isaiah Place
Legal Description: Lot 54, Plan 58M-451
Appearances:
In Support:
N. Littar
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to permit a
year yard setback of 6.4m rather than the minimum required 7.5m to facilitate a
sunroom addition onto the rear of the existing detached dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
424, dated October 8, 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 September 29, 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
N. Littar was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by A. Brennan
That the application of NAHAR LITTAR requesting a minor variance to permit a
year yard setback of 6.4m rather than the minimum required 7.5m to facilitate a
sunroom addition onto the rear of the existing detached dwelling, generally in
accordance with drawings prepared by Greywall Designs, on Lot 54, Plan 58M-
451, 904 Isaiah Place, 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
6.8 A 2025-108 - 32 & 42 Windom Road, DSD-2025-429
Submission No.: A 2025-108
Applicant: Windom Holdings (Kitchener) Limited c/o Stephen Litt
Property Location: 32 & 42 Windom Road
Legal Description: Part Lots 36 and 37, Plan 959
Appearances:
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In Support:
D. Galbraith
E. Bourdeau-Halverson
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to permit
interior side yard setbacks (north and south) of 2m rather than the minimum
required 2.5m to facilitate the development of a 3-storey multiple residential
building having 56 dwelling units.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
429, dated October 8, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
D. Galbraith, Up Consulting Ltd., was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by A. Brennan
That the application of WINDOM HOLDINGS (KITCHENER) LIMITED c/o
STEPHEN LITT requesting a minor variance to permit interior side yard setbacks
(north and south) of 2m rather than the minimum required 2.5m to facilitate the
development of a 3-storey multiple residential building having 56 dwelling units,
in accordance with Site Plan Application SPF25/066/W, on Part Lots 36 & 37,
Plan 959, 32 & 42 Windom Road, 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 minutes, which a
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.9 A 2025-109 - 29 Edna Street, DSD-2025-418
Submission No.: A 2025-109
Applicant: Carlos Cerqueira
Property Location: 29 Edna Street
Legal Description: Lot 17, Plan 653
Appearances:
In Support:
None
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to permit
an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) to have a lot coverage of 21.6%
rather than the maximum permitted 15% to facilitate the construction of a
Detached ADU in the rear yard of the subject property.
It was noted, there was no agent or applicant in attendance to represent this
application. For this reason, B. McColl brought forward a motion to defer
consideration of the subject application to the November 18, 2025 Committee of
Adjustment meeting. The motion was seconded by M. Gambetti, was then voted
on and was Carried.
Moved by B. McColl
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Seconded by M. Gambetti
That the application of CARLOS CERQUEIRA requesting a minor variance to
permit an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) to have a lot coverage of
21.6% rather than the maximum permitted 15% to facilitate the construction of a
Detached ADU in the rear yard of the subject property, generally in accordance
with drawings prepared by JR Design and Consultants, dated September
2025,on Lot 17, Plan 653, 29 Edna Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE DEFERRED,
until the November 18, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting, to allow the
applicant an opportunity to represent the application.
Carried
6.10 A 2025-110 - 600 Queen Street South, DSD-2025-427
Submission No.: A 2025-110
Applicant: Matas Group
Property Location: 600 Queen Street South
Legal Description: Part Lot 71, Lot 17, German Company Tract
Appearances:
In Support:
B. Zecharias
M. Quarcoopome
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to permit a
building having 12 storeys inclusive of a mezzanine level having a building height
of 37.5m, rather than the maximum 11 permitted storeys with a building height of
37.5m to facilitate a Residential Care Facility having 144 units in accordance with
Site Plan Application SP23/007/Q/KA.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
427, dated October 8, 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 September 29, 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
B. Zecharias, Weston Consulting, was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of MATAS GROUP requesting a minor variance to permit a
building having 12 storeys inclusive of a mezzanine level having a building height
of 37.5m rather than the maximum 11 permitted storeys with a building height of
37.5m to facilitate a Residential Care Facility having 144 units in accordance with
Site Plan Application SP23/007/Q/KA, on Part Lot 71, Lot 17, German Company
Tract, 600 Queen Street South, 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
review the meetin
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.11 A 2025-111 - 396 Southill Drive, DSD-2025-413
Submission No.: A 2025-111
Applicant: KBB Properties Inc. c/o Parminder Gill
Property Location: 396 Southill Drive
Legal Description: Lots 46 & 47, Plan 1115
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Appearances:
In Support:
P. Gill
J. Alag
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested minor variances to permit
an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) on the same lot as a multiple
dwelling, whereas an ADU (Detached) is only permitted on the same lot as a
single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling or street townhouse dwelling;
to permit an unobstructed walkway to be obstructed by the drive aisle whereas
the Zoning By-law does not permit this; and, to permit the rear yard landscaped
area to be 12% rather than the minimum required 30%, to facilitate the
conversion of an existing accessory building (detached garage) to a Detached
Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU).
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
413, dated October 2, 2025, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
P. Gill was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of KBB PROPERTY INC c/o PARMINDER GILL requesting
minor variances to permit an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) on the
same lot as a multiple dwelling, whereas an ADU (Detached) is only permitted on
the same lot as a single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling or street
townhouse dwelling; to permit an unobstructed walkway to be obstructed by the
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drive aisle whereas the Zoning By-law does not permit this; and, to permit the
rear yard landscaped area to be 12% rather than the minimum required 30%, to
facilitate the conversion of an existing accessory building (detached garage) to a
Southill Drive, 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
6.12 B 2025-026 - 96 Third Avenue, DSD-2025-420
Submission No.: B 2025-026
Applicant: Dario Bakic
Property Location: 96 Third Avenue
Legal Description: Part Block B, Plan 254
Appearances:
In Support:
B. Jokanovic
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
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The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 8m on Third Avenue, a depth of 38.8m, and an area of
320.6 sq.m. The retained land will also have a width of 8m on Third Avenue, a
depth of 38.8m, and an area of 320.9 sq.m. The consent will allow each half of a
Semi-Detached Duplex Dwelling to be dealt with independently.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
420, dated October 7, 2025, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated October 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
B. Jokanovic, Bobicon Ltd., was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by A. Brennan
That the application of DARIO BAKIC requesting consent to sever a parcel of
land having an approximate width of 8.1m on Third Avenue, a depth of 38.8m,
and an area of 320.6 sq.m. to allow each half of a Semi-Detached Duplex
Dwelling to be dealt with independently, in accordance with Reference Plan 58R-
22232, prepared by J.D. Barnes Limited, dated January 24, 2025, attached to
Development Services Department report DSD-2025-420, on Part Block B, Plan
254, 96 Third Avenue, 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
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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 prior to final approval, the property owner shall enter into an
agreement between the property owner and the City of Kitchener, to the
satisfaction of the City Solicitor, which must be registered on title for both
the Severed and Retained lands that includes the requirement for the
following noise mitigation and warning clauses in all agreements of Offers
of Purchase and Sale, lease / rental agreements:
a. The dwelling units will be installed with an air-ducted heating and
ventilation system suitably sized and designed with the provision of
adding central air conditioning.
b. The following noise warning clauses will be included in all offers of
purchase and sale, deeds and lease / rental agreements:
i. Type A
due to increasing road traffic on King Street Bypass / Conestoga
Parkway / Highway 7/8 may on occasion interfere with some
activities of the dwelling occupants as the sound levels exceed the
sound level limits of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation
ii. Type C -
has been designed with the provision of adding central air
conditioning 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 Ministry of the Environment Conservation
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 Development Asset Drawing
(digital AutoCAD) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
of Engineering Services, prior to deed endorsement.
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7. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the
installation of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained
lands to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services.
8. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are built to City
Engineering Services.
9. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers to the satisfaction
elevations do not allow for gravity drainage to the existing municipal
sanitary system, the owner will have to pump the sewage to achieve
gravity drainage from the property line to the municipal sanitary sewer in
Services.
10. That the property owner shall submit a Plan to implement a suitable
Director of Engineering Services.
11. That the property owner shall submit a Final Grading Plan, to demonstrate
that the drainage of the subject lands will not adversely affect the drainage
of adjacent properties or the overall grading control plan, noting that the
side yards currently accommodate overland stormwater flows from the
12. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park land dedication of $11,862.00.
13. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the 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.
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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 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 2025-027 to B 2025-030 - 60, 62, 64 & 66 Gage Avenue, DSD-2025-422
Submission No.: B 2025-027 to B 2025-030
Applicant: Jon Crummer
Property Location: 60, 62, 64, 66 Gage Avenue
Legal Description: Part Lot 20, Plan 402, being Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-
12573
Appearances:
In Support:
J. Crummer
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 7.6m on Gage Avenue, a depth of 28.5m, and an area of
214.4 sq.m. The retained land will have a width of 7.6m on Gage Avenue, a
depth of 28.5m, and an area of 211.6 sq.m. Consent is also being requested to
create an easement having a width of 1.5m and a depth of 2.9m on the severed
parcel of land, at the rear of the building where the common wall is not shared for
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the purposes of access and maintenance in favour of 62 Gage Avenue; and, to
create an easement having a width of 1.5m and a depth of 2.9m on the retained
parcel of land, at the front of the building where the common wall is not shared
for the purposes of access and maintenance in favour of 60 Gage Avenue. The
consent will allow each half of a Semi-Detached Dwelling to be dealt with
independently. And requested consent to sever a parcel of land having a width of
7.6m on Gage Avenue, a depth of 28.3m, and an area of 211.9 sq.m. The
retained land will have a width of 14.5m on Gage Avenue, a depth of 28.3m, and
an area of 343.3 sq.m. Consent is also being requested to create an easement
having a width of 1.5m and a depth of 2.9m on the severed parcel of land, at the
rear of the building where the common wall is not shared for the purposes of
access and maintenance in favour of 66 Gage Avenue; and, to create an
easement having a width of 1.5m and a depth of 2.9m on the retained parcel of
land, at the front of the building where the common wall is not shared for the
purposes of access and maintenance in favour of 64 Gage Avenue. The consent
will allow each half of a Semi-Detached Dwelling to be dealt with independently.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
422, dated October 8, 2025, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated October 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. Crummer was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Submission No. B 2025-027
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of JON CRUMMER requesting consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 7.6m on Gage Avenue, a depth of 28.5m, and an area of
214.4 sq.m.; and, to create an easement having a width of 1.5m and a depth of
2.9m on the severed parcel of land, at the rear of the building where the common
wall is not shared for the purposes of access and maintenance in favour of 62
Gage Avenue, on Part Lot 20, Plan 402; being Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-
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12573, 60 Gage Avenue, 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 provide a Building Location Survey and/or
Reference Plan, prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor, to confirm the
boundaries of the new lots and that the location of the foundation, with
respect to the proposed new lot lines, conforms with the Zoning By-law to
the satisfaction of the Manager, Development Approvals. If necessary, that
the Owner obtain Consent Approval of 1.5 metre Maintenance Easements
to facilitate any 0-metre lot line development along the common lot line.
5. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the
Easement(s) being approved herein shall include the following, and shall
be approved by the City Solicitor in cons
Development and Housing 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.
6.
Transfer Easement(s) and to immediately thereafter provide copies
thereof to the City Solicitor, be provided to the City Solicitor.
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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) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
of Engineering Services, prior to deed endorsement.
9. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the
installation of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained
lands to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services.
10. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are built to City
rector of
Engineering Services.
11. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers to the satisfaction
elevations do not allow for gravity drainage to the existing municipal
sanitary system, the owner will have to pump the sewage to achieve
gravity drainage from the property line to the municipal sanitary sewer in
the right of way, to the satisfaction of the C
Services.
12. That the property owner shall submit a Plan to implement a suitable
Director of Engineering Services.
13. That the property owner shall submit a Final Grading Plan to demonstrate
that the drainage of the subject lands will not adversely affect the drainage
of adjacent properties or the overall grading control plan, noting that the
side yards currently accommodate overland stormwater flows from the
r
14.
Approvals, 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
which shall include the following:
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a. That the property owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation and
Enhancement Plan for the Severed and Retained lands, in accordance
Manager, Site Plans, and where necessary, implemented prior to any
grading, servicing, tree removal or the issuance of building permits.
Such plans shall include, among other matters, the identification of a
proposed building envelope/work zone, a landscaped area and the
vegetation to be preserved. If necessary, the plan shall include
required mitigation and or compensation measures.
b. The property owner shall further agree to implement the approved
plan. No changes to the said plan shall be granted except with the
c. The property owner shall maintain the lands, in accordance with the
approved Tree Preservation and Enhancement Plan, for the life of the
development.
15. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park dedication of $11,862.00.
16. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
17. That the property owner shall submit a valid Notice of Source Protection
Plan Compliance (Section 59) as per the Clean Water Act, 2006 to 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
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. B 2025-028
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of JON CRUMMER requesting consent to create an
easement having a width of 1.5m and a depth of 2.9m on the retained parcel of
land (created through consent application B 2025-027), at the front of the building
where the common wall is not shared for the purpose of access and maintenance
in favour of 60 Gage Avenue, on Part Lot 20, Plan 402; being Part 1 on
Reference Plan 58R-12573, 62 Gage Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That t
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
sat
4. That the property owner shall provide a Reference Plan and a Building
Location Survey, prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor, to confirm the
boundaries of the new lots and that the location of the foundation and
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setbacks, with respect to the proposed new lot lines, conforms with the
Zoning By-law to the satisfaction of the Manager, Development Approvals.
5. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the
Easement(s) being approved herein shall include the following, and shall
Development and Housing 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.
6.
Transfer Easement(s) and to immediately thereafter provide copies
thereof to the City Solicitor, be provided to the City Solicitor.
7. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
8. That the property owner shall submit a valid Notice of Source Protection
Plan Compliance (Section 59) as per the Clean Water Act, 2006 to 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 minutes, which ar
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. B 2025-029
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of JON CRUMMER requesting consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 7.6m on Gage Avenue, a depth of 28.3m, and an area of
211.9 sq.m. ; and, to create an easement having a width of 1.5m and a depth of
2.9m on the severed parcel of land, at the rear of the building where the common
wall is not shared for the purposes of access and maintenance in favour of 66
Gage Avenue, on Part Lot 20, Plan 402; being, Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-
12573, 64 Gage Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the
following conditions:
1. ovide 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 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
logist.
4. That the property owner shall provide a Building Location Survey and/or
Reference Plan, prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor, to confirm the
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boundaries of the new lots and that the location of the foundation, with
respect to the proposed new lot lines, conforms with the Zoning By-law to
the satisfaction of the Manager, Development Approvals. If necessary, that
the Owner obtain Consent Approval of 1.5 metre Maintenance Easements
to facilitate any 0-metre lot line development along the common lot line.
5. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the
Easement(s) being approved herein shall include the following, and shall
Development and Housing 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.
6. That a satisfactory Sol
Transfer Easement(s) and to immediately thereafter provide copies
thereof to the City Solicitor, be provided to the City Solicitor.
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) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
layer names and asset informat
of Engineering Services, prior to deed endorsement.
9. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the
installation of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained
lands to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services.
10. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to
occupancy of the building to the satisfaction of the Ci
Engineering Services.
11. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers to the satisfaction
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oor
elevations do not allow for gravity drainage to the existing municipal
sanitary system, the owner will have to pump the sewage to achieve
gravity drainage from the property line to the municipal sanitary sewer in
the right of way, to the satisfaction o
Services.
12. That the property owner shall submit a Plan to implement a suitable
Director of Engineering Services.
13. That the property owner shall submit a Final Grading Plan to demonstrate
that the drainage of the subject lands will not adversely affect the drainage
of adjacent properties or the overall grading control plan, noting that the
side yards currently accommodate overland stormwater flows from the
14.
Approvals, 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
which shall include the following:
a. That the property owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation and
Enhancement Plan for the Severed and Retained lands, in accordance
Manager, Site Plans, and where necessary, implemented prior to any
grading, servicing, tree removal or the issuance of building permits.
Such plans shall include, among other matters, the identification of a
proposed building envelope/work zone, a landscaped area and the
vegetation to be preserved. If necessary, the plan shall include
required mitigation and or compensation measures.
b. The property owner shall further agree to implement the approved
plan. No changes to the said plan shall be granted except with the
c. The property owner shall maintain the lands, in accordance with the
approved Tree Preservation and Enhancement Plan, for the life of the
development.
15. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park dedication of $11,862.00.
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16. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
17. That the property owner shall submit a valid Notice of Source Protection
Plan Compliance (Section 59) as per the Clean Water Act, 2006 to 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
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
Submission No. B 2025-030
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of JON CRUMMER requesting consent to create an
easement having a width of 1.5m and a depth of 2.9m over the retained parcel of
land (created through consent application B 2025-029), at the front of the building
where the common wall is not shared for the purposes of access and
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maintenance in favour of 64 Gage Avenue, on Part Lot 20, Plan 402; being Part 1
on Reference Plan 58R-12573, 66 Gage Avenue, 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 provide a Reference Plan and a Building
Location Survey, prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor, to confirm the
boundaries of the new lots and that the location of the foundation and
setbacks, with respect to the proposed new lot lines, conforms with the
Zoning By-law to the satisfaction of the Manager, Development Approvals.
5. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the
Easement(s) being approved herein shall include the following, and shall
be approved by the Ci
Development and Housing 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.
6.
Transfer Easement(s) and to immediately thereafter provide copies
thereof to the City Solicitor, be provided to the City Solicitor.
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7. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
8. That the property owner shall submit a valid Notice of Source Protection
Plan Compliance (Section 59) as per the Clean Water Act, 2006 to 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
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
6.14 B 2025-031 & A 2025-112 - 509 Park Street & 54 Mt Hope Street, DSD-2025-
428
Submission No.: B 2025-031 & A 2025-112
Applicant: Woodhouse Investments inc. & Woodhouse Real Property Group c/o
Joe Woodhouse
Property Location: 509 Park Street & 54 Mt Hope Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 14, 15, 16 & 17, Plan 438, being Part Lot 1, 2 & 9,
Reference Plan 58R-838
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Appearances:
In Support:
D. Galbraith
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land from 509 Park Street to convey as a lot addition to 54 Mt Hope Street,
having a width of 31.4m on Mt Hope Street, a depth of 20m, and an area of 679
sq.m.; and, to grant a partial discharge of mortgage if required. The retained land
will a width of 19.9m on Park Street, a depth of 56m, and an area of 1,610 sq.m.
Minor variances are also being requested to permit the severed land to have an
area of 679 sq.m. rather than the minimum required 700 sq.m.; to permit a rear
yard setback of 1.8m rather than the minimum required 7.5m; and, to permit a
landscaped area of 29% rather than the minimum required 30% to facilitate the
construction of a 12 unit, stacked townhouse development in accordance with
Site Plan Application SP25/052/P.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2025-
428, dated October 8, 2025, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 29, 2025 and October 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 October 3, 2025, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
D. Galbraith, Up Consulting Ltd., was in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
Submission No. B 2025-031
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by A. Brennan
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That the application of WOODHOUSE INVESTMENTS INC and WOODHOUSE
REAL PROPERTY CORP c/o JOE WOODHOUSE requesting consent to sever a
parcel of land from 509 Park Street to convey as a lot addition to 54 Mount Hope
Street, having a width of 31.4m on Mount Hope Street, a depth of 20m, and an
area of 679 sq.m.; and, to grant a partial discharge of mortgage if required, on
Part Lots 14, 15 & 17 on Plan 438, Part Lots 1, 2 & 9 on Reference Plan 58R-
838, 509 Park Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the
following conditions:
1. That Minor Variance Application A 2025-112 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 lands to be severed be added to the abutting lands, municipally
known as 54 Mt. Hope Street, 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.
4.
Solicitor shall provide a Soli
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 property 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.
5. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify that there are no outstanding taxes of the subject
6. 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
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size paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
accordin
7. That the property owner shall provide a Reference Plan and a Building
Location Survey, prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor, to confirm the
boundaries of the new lots and, if applicable, the location of the foundation
and setbacks, with respect to the proposed new lot lines, conforms with
the Zoning By-law to the satisfaction of the Manager, Development
Approvals.
8. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the 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
review the meeting minutes,
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
Submission No. A 2025-112
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Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by A. Brennan
That the application of WOODHOUSE INVESTMENTS INC and WOODHOUSE
REAL PROPERTY CORP c/o JOE WOODHOUSE requesting minor variances to
permit the severed land created through Consent Application B 2025-031 to have
an area of 679 sq.m. rather than the minimum required 700 sq.m.; to permit a
rear yard setback of 1.8m rather than the minimum required 7.5m; and, to permit
a landscaped area of 29% rather than the minimum required 30% to facilitate the
construction of a 12 unit, stacked townhouse development in accordance with
Site Plan Application SP25/052/P, on Part Lot 16, Plan 438, 54 Mount Hope
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.
7. ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 10:49 a.m.
Marilyn Mills
Secretary-Treasurer
Committee of Adjustment
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