Committee of Adjustment

That the minutes of the July 18, 2024 meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be approved, as printed.

THAT Consent Application B11-24-NM from The Angrish Group c/o Ruchika Angrish, agent on behalf of Jeff Gulas, applicant, and Alex Gulas, Owner of lands legally described as CONCESSION 2 PART LOT 18, in the Former Township of Burford, and municipally known as 560 West Quarter Townline Road is proposing a lot line adjustment of approximately 0.18 hectares to accommodate the existing septic bed and a metal shed located on 374 Third Concession Road, known as adjacent lands BE APPROVED, subject to the attached conditions. and that the reason(s) for approval are as follows: The appropriate conditions have been included to ensure no new building lot is created as a result of the consent. The proposal is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020) and conforms to the policies of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020) and meets policies in the County of Brant Official Plan (2012) and Zoning By-law 61-16.

THAT Application for Consent B7-24-KD from GSP Group c/o Brandon Flewwelling on behalf of Stubbe’s c/o Mike Goor, Owner of lands legally described as BURFORD CON 9 PT LOT 24 AND 2R5945 PART 1 and BURFORD CON 9 PT LOT 24 AND 2R8076 PARTS 1 AND 2; County of Brant and municipally known as 20 and 44 Muir Road South proposing the creation of two (2) reciprocal blanket easements to provide access to both 20 and 44 Muir Road South BE APPROVED , subject to the attached conditions: and that the reason(s) for approval are as follows: The easement will facilitate access to the entirety of 20 and 44 Muir Road South; The application is consistent with the policies of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and consistent with the policies of Provincial Policy Statement. The application is in conformity/ compliance with the general intent of the policies of the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law.

THAT Consent Application B8-24-DN from Paulsan Construction Inc. c/o Zach Hoffner for lands known legally known as CONSESSION 5 LOT 1, in the former geographic township of Burford, municipally known as 356-358 Bishopsgate Road, County of Brant, proposing to sever for the creation of one (1) new lot having an approximate frontage of 66.73 metres along Bishopsgate Road, depth of 122.83 metres and area of 0.75 hectares (1.85 acres) to be developed for employment uses, BE APPROVED, subject to the attached conditions. and that the reason(s) for approval are as follows: The lot creation is compatible and consistent within the context of the existing development. Detailed design and technical review of the proposed Light Industrial parcel will be facilitated through the Site Plan Control. The application is in conformity with the policies of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and consistent with the policies of Provincial Policy Statement. The application is in conformity with the general intent of the policies of the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law.

THAT Application for Minor Variance A14-24-KD from VS Design Studio on behalf of Bhavan Gill, Owner(s) of lands legally described as BRANTFORD RANGE 1 SHR PT LOT 14 RP 2R8332 PART 1; County of Brant and municipally known as 35 McBay Road is seeking relief from Section 9, Table 9.2.1 of the County of Brant Zoning By-Law 61-16 for an increase in height for a new two-storey residential building with a walkout basement. The applicant has proposed a height of 13.87m (45.50 ft), whereas 10.5m (34.44 ft) is permitted. It is recommended that the application BE APPROVED. and that the reason(s) for approval are as follows: The relief requested is considered minor in nature and is desirable for the appropriate development and use of the subject lands; The proposed variance is in keeping with the general intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law 61-16; The proposed variance meets the four tests of the Planning Act.

THAT Application for Minor Variance A15-24-NM from Steve Landry, Owner of lands legally described as CON 2 PT LOT 12, in the Geographic Township of Brantford; County of Brant and municipally known as 130 Brant Road, requesting relief from Section 4, Table 4.4.1 of the Zoning By-Law to permit a maximum lot coverage of 180 square metres for accessory structures, whereas a maximum of 140 square metres is permitted, to allow for a lean-to space to be added to the existing detached garage for the purpose of additional storage, BE APPROVED. and THAT the reason(s) for approval are as follows: The proposed variance is in keeping with the general intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law 61-16; The relief requested is considered minor in nature and is desirable for the appropriate development and use of the subject lands. The proposed variances meet the four tests of the Planning Act.

THAT Application for Minor Variance A12-24-HH from Christine Brown on behalf of Lois B. Douglas, Owner(s) of lands legally described as RIVER RANGE PT LOT 76, municipally known as 1377 Highway 54, Former Township of Onondaga, County of Brant, seeking relief from Zoning By-law 61-16, Section 4, Table 4.1.1 for a maximum accessory structure height of 10 metres, whereas 7 metres is permitted to facilitate the conversion of the existing farmhouse to an Additional Residential Unit (ARU) with a new dwelling to be constructed as the primary dwelling, BE APPROVED. and THAT the reason(s) for approval are as follows: The relief requested is considered minor in nature and is desirable for the appropriate development and use of the subject lands; The proposed variance is in keeping with the general intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law 61-16; The proposed variance meets the four tests of the Planning Act.

that the agenda for the County of Brant Committee of Adjustment meeting of September 19, 2024, be approved.

That in the matter of an application for an exemption to the County of Brant Fence By-law 135-23, made by Karen and Glen Drinkle with respect to as PART LOT 24 PART LOT 25 E BROADWAY E located at 45 Broadway Street East, the exemption application be Approved and County of Brant Fence By-law 135-23, as amended in the following respects: •To permit a 7.5 foot fence (2.28 metres) to be constructed along the south, east and northfacing property lines whereas a maximum 3 foot (0.91 metres) high fence is permitted. Moved by myself and seconded by Member Brown that application FV2-24-LK be APPROVED as presented in the report.