Committee of Adjustment

The Chair motioned for Taya Taraba to be accepted as the Acting Secretary- Treasurer.

The Planner concluded that the minor variance application A24-23-PC be granted for the following reasons: 1. The application is minor in nature as the rear yard setback of 4.17m does not negatively impact the subject parcel or neighbouring properties. The proposed structure is located at a permissible distance from the lot lines. 2. It is appropriate for the development of the site as the application is being requested to accommodate a permitted use on the subject property. 3. It is desirable and in compliance with the general intent and purpose of the Zoning By-Law as the proposal meets the majority of the zoning requirements and will be accessory in nature to the primary dwelling as the structure will be used as an amenity space. 4. It is desirable and in compliance with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan as the Official Plan permits accessory structures established in the Downtown Commercial zone.

The Planner concluded that the consent application B17-23-PC be granted for the following reasons: 1. That the applicant provides the Secretary-Treasurer with a draft transfer and a copy of the deposited reference plan, if applicable, for use in the issuance of the Certificate of Consent. 2. That a final certification fee of $231 payable to the City of Port Colborne is submitted to the Secretary-Treasurer. 3. That the applicant provides Staff with a master lot grading plan to identify the existing drainage patterns and ensure that the parts, when severed, can drain independently of one another. 4. That the applicant provides the City with a 3.5m x 3.5m sightline triangle at the corner of Fares Street and Louis Street. 5. That the applicant confirms the location of the existing site services to Staff, to the satisfaction of City Staff. 6. That the applicant removes the existing patio on the south side of the dwelling located at 262 Fares Street or alters it in a way that meets the requirements of the by-law or to the satisfaction of City Staff. 7. That minor variance applications A20-23-PC and A21-23-PC be approved. 8. That all conditions of consent be completed by November 8th, 2025. The Secretary-Treasurer concluded that the minor variance application A20-23-PC and A21-23-PC also be granted for the following reasons: 1. The application is minor in nature. 2. It is appropriate for the development of the site. 3. It is desirable and in compliance with the general intent and pu

That consent applications B05-23-PC, B06-23-PC, B07-23-PC, B08-23- PC be granted subject to the conditions outlined in the staff report dated November 3rd, 2023: 1.That the applicant provides the Secretary-Treasurer with a draft transfer and a copy the deposited reference plan, if applicable, for use in the issuance of the Certificate of Consent. 2. That a final certification fee of $231 payable to the City of Port Colborne is submitted to the Secretary-Treasurer. 3. That the applicant provides Staff with a master lot grading plan to identify the existing drainage patterns and ensure that the parts, when severed can drain independently of one another. 4. That the applicant confirms the location of the existing site services to Staff, to the satisfaction of City Staff. 5. That the applicant sign a Memorandum of Understanding stating that they are aware of the requirements for the collection of parkland dedication. 6. That the landowner submits a Stage 1 Archaeological Assessment (plus any subsequent recommended assessments) for the subject property, prepared by a licensed archaeologist, to the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (“MCM”), for review and approval with a copy provided to the City of Port Colborne and Niagara Region, unless Planning Staff confirm with the Region that they will be satisfied with the standard archaeological warning clause. The report must be accepted by the Ministry, and a copy of any applicable MCM letters of acknowledgment shall be provid