The Brantford Record

Committee of Adjustment

August 6, 2025

What was decided (16 motions)

14 carried, 2 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

THAT minor variance application A20-2025 seeking relief from Section 7.4.1, Table 7.4.1.6 of Zoning By-law 124-2024 to permit a minimum interior side yard of 0.24 m, whereas 0.6 m is otherwise required, BE APPROVED; THAT the reasons for the approval of the minor variance application are as follows: the proposed variance application is in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, the relief requested is considered minor in nature, and desirable for the appropriate development of the subject lands; and, THAT pursuant to 45(8) – (8.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-381”.
Moved by Mark Simpson, seconded by Tamara Cupoli
Carried Unanimously
THAT minor variance application A18-2025 seeking relief from Section 478.8.3 of Municipal Code 478 (Sign By-law) to permit a maximum total sign area of 40 m 2 per single sign face for a ground sign, whereas a single sign face shall be no greater than 30 m 2 for ground signs, BE APPROVED; THAT minor variance application A18-2025 seeking relief from Section 478.12.3 of Municipal Code 478 (Sign By-law) to permit a maximum sign area of 2.04 m 2 for a single face, whereas traffic directional signs shall not exceed an area of 0.75 m 2 for a single face, BE APPROVED; THAT the reasons for the approval of the minor variance application are as follows: the proposed variance application is in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, the relief requested is considered minor in nature, and desirable for the appropriate development of the subject lands; and, THAT pursuant to 45(8) – (8.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-399”.
Moved by Tamara Cupoli, seconded by Mark Simpson
Carried Unanimously
THAT consent application B12-2025 to sever a parcel of land from 84 Lynden Road, having a frontage of 117.05m along Woodyatt Drive, and a lot area of 6937.06 m 2 , and to retain a parcel of land having a frontage of 417 m and a lot area of 206,941.83 m 2 , BE APPROVED, subject to the conditions listed in Appendix A of Memo 2025-436; THAT the reasons for approval of the consent application are as follows: the proposed consent has regard for the matters under Section 51(24) of the Planning Act and Staff are satisfied that the proposed development is desirable and compatible with the surrounding area and will not result in adverse impacts on surrounding properties. The application is in conformity with the general intent and policies of the Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw; and, THAT pursuant to Sections 53(17) – (18.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-401”.
Moved by Mark Simpson, seconded by Tamara Cupoli
Carried
THAT consent application B14-2025 to sever a parcel of land from 575 Conklin Road, having a frontage of 24.3 m and a lot area of 2034.4 m 2 , and to retain a parcel of land having a frontage of 72.1 m and a lot area of 7,876.4 m 2 , BE APPROVED, subject to the conditions listed in Appendix A of Report No. 2025-397; THAT the reasons for approval of the consent application are as follows: the proposed consent has regard for the matters under Section 51(24) of the Planning Act and Staff are satisfied that the proposed development is desirable and compatible with the surrounding area and will not result in adverse impacts on surrounding properties. The application is in conformity with the general intent and policies of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law; and, THAT pursuant to Sections 53(17) – (18.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-397”.
Moved by Tamara Cupoli, seconded by Mark Simpson
Carried
THAT minor variance application A14-2025 seeking relief from Section 2.12b of Zoning By-law 124-2024 to permit a front yard encroachment of 1.11 m for the extension of the front lobby and seeking relief from Section 6.b.ii to permit no additional parking spaces for a general office use, BE APPROVED; THAT pursuant to 45(8) – (8.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-314”
Moved by Mark Simpson, seconded by Tamara Cupoli
Carried Unanimously
THAT Section 15.6.2(d)(i) 1 of the City of Brantford Municipal Code BE WAIVED to add a delegate past the 9:00 a.m. deadline.
Moved by Mark Simpson, seconded by Tamara Cupoli
Carried
THAT persons holding the position of Development Planner, BE APPOINTED as Deputy Secretary-Treasurer, Committee of Adjustment, to fulfill all duties of the Secretary-Treasurer in their absence.
Moved by Tamara Cupoli, seconded by Mark Simpson
Carried
THAT application A33-2024 seeking relief from Section 4.4 (b) of County of Brant Zoning By-law 61-16, to permit an accessory structure in the front yard whereas it is otherwise not permitted, BE
Moved by Mike Bodnar, seconded by Tamara Cupoli
Deferred
THAT the minutes of the July 2, 2025 meeting of the Committee of Adjustment BE APPROVED.
Moved by Mark Simpson, seconded by Mike Bodnar
Carried
A. THAT minor variance application A20-2025 seeking relief from Section 7.4.1, Table 7.4.1.6 of Zoning By-law 124-2024 to permit a minimum interior side yard of 0.24 m, whereas 0.6 m is otherwise required, BE APPROVED; B. THAT the reasons for the approval of the minor variance application are as follows: the proposed variance application is in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, the relief requested is considered minor in nature, and desirable for the appropriate development of the subject lands; and, C. THAT pursuant to 45(8) – (8.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-381”.
Moved by Mark Simpson, seconded by Tamara Cupoli
Carried Unanimously
A. THAT minor variance application A18-2025 seeking relief from Section 478.8.3 of Municipal Code 478 (Sign By-law) to permit a maximum total sign area of 40 m2 per single sign face for a ground sign, whereas a single sign face shall be no greater than 30 m 2 for ground signs, BE APPROVED; B. THAT minor variance application A18-2025 seeking relief from Section 478.12.3 of Municipal Code 478 (Sign By-law) to permit a maximum sign area of 2.04 m2 for a single face, whereas traffic directional signs shall not exceed an area of 0.75 m 2 for a single face, BE APPROVED; C. THAT the reasons for the approval of the minor variance application are as follows: the proposed variance application is in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, the relief requested is considered minor in nature, and desirable for the appropriate development of the subject lands; and, D. THAT pursuant to 45(8) – (8.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was 4 made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-399”.
Moved by Tamara Cupoli, seconded by Mark Simpson
Carried Unanimously
A. THAT consent application B12-2025 to sever a parcel of land from 84 Lynden Road, having a frontage of 117.05m along Woodyatt Drive, and a lot area of 6937.06 m2, and to retain a parcel of land having a frontage of 417 m and a lot area of 206,941.83 m 2, BE APPROVED, subject to the conditions listed in Appendix A of Memo 2025-436; B. THAT the reasons for approval of the consent application are as follows: the proposed consent has regard for the matters under Section 51(24) of the Planning Act and Staff are satisfied that the proposed development is desirable and compatible with the 5 surrounding area and will not result in adverse impacts on surrounding properties. The application is in conformity with the general intent and policies of the Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw; and, C. THAT pursuant to Sections 53(17) – (18.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-401”.
Moved by Mark Simpson, seconded by Tamara Cupoli
Carried
A. THAT minor variance application A19-2025 seeking relief from Section 5.19.b of Zoning By-law 124-2024 to permit a loading space in the front yard, whereas loading spaces are otherwise not permitted in any front yard, BE APPROVED subject to the following conditions; B. THAT the reasons for the approval of the minor variance application are as follows: the proposed variance application is in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, the relief requested is considered minor in nature, and desirable for the appropriate development of the subject lands; and C. THAT consent application B13-2025 to sever a parcel of land from 55 Sinclair Boulevard, having a frontage of 65.8 m and a lot area of 19,239.2 m2, and to retain a parcel of land having a frontage of 99.1 m and a lot area of 19,950.1 m2, BE APPROVED; i. Receipt of a registered Reference Plan showing the severed and retained parcel. ii. Receipt of payment for cash-in-lieu of parkland (amount to be determined in accordance with City of Brantford By-law 139- 2022). iii. Receipt of confirmation that all taxes are paid up to date; iv. Receipt of confirmation that the applicant shall submit to the Secretary-Treasurer a draft of the Transfer deed for review (Upon registration a final copy of the Transfer deed shall be provided to the City). v. Receipt of confirmation from the Environmental Services Department indicating that their requirements have been satisfied. vi. Receipt of confirmat
Moved by Mark Simpson, seconded by Mike Bodnar
Carried
A. THAT consent application B14-2025 to sever a parcel of land from 575 Conklin Road, having a frontage of 24.3 m and a lot area of 2034.4 m2, and to retain a parcel of land having a frontage of 72.1 m and a lot area of 7,876.4 m2, BE APPROVED, subject to the conditions listed in Appendix A of Report No. 2025-397; B. THAT the reasons for approval of the consent application are as follows: the proposed consent has regard for the matters under Section 51(24) of the Planning Act and Staff are satisfied that the proposed development is desirable and compatible with the surrounding area and will not result in adverse impacts on surrounding properties. The application is in conformity with the general intent and policies of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law; and, C. THAT pursuant to Sections 53(17) – (18.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-397”.
Moved by Tamara Cupoli, seconded by Mark Simpson
Carried
A. THAT minor variance application A14-2025 seeking relief from Section 2.12b of Zoning By-law 124-2024 to permit a front yard encroachment of 1.11 m for the extension of the front lobby and seeking relief from Section 6.b.ii to permit no additional parking spaces for a general office use, BE APPROVED; B. THAT pursuant to 45(8) – (8.2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13, the following statement SHALL BE INCLUDED in the Notice of Decision: “Regard has been had for all written and oral submissions received from the public before the decision was made in relation to this planning matter, as discussed in Section 5.2 of Report No. 2025-314”
Moved by Mark Simpson, seconded by Tamara Cupoli
Carried Unanimously
A. THAT application A33-2024 seeking relief from Section 4.4 (b) of County of Brant Zoning By-law 61-16, to permit an accessory 13 structure in the front yard whereas it is otherwise not permitted, BE
Moved by Mike Bodnar, seconded by Tamara Cupoli
Deferred

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