Committee - Committee of Adjustment Agenda Preview — July 7, 2026

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One-sentence summary: On July 7 at 3:00 PM, residents will apply for permission regarding an oak-tree-safe porch foundation replacement at 875 8th Avenue East involving reduced front setbacks and potential tree safeguards, while the Appeal Board reviews By-law No.

On July 7 at 3:00 PM, the Committee of Adjustment convenes as an Appeal Board regarding dog regulation under By-law No. 2024-113, where appellants must demonstrate grounds to reverse officer findings on leash or muzzle orders. Simultaneously, residents at 875 8th Avenue East seek permission from the City's Committee of Adjustment to replace a porch with foundations placed just 1.2 metres from the property line; this proposal reduces front setbacks without consuming parking or straining utility capacity in an established neighborhood where no additional public services are needed. Staff will evaluate these variances against upcoming zoning standards approved early next year while addressing minor clerical notice discrepancies, ensuring no unnecessary hearings trigger burdensome delays for residents needing specific safeguards to protect a mature English Oak tree on the boulevard and includes potential replacement protocols if removal is justified elsewhere. No utility stakeholders including Canada Post or Bell Canada have raised objections regarding snow storage, stormwater management, or drainage under current conditions. The Chair will clarify that non-applicants wishing notice must submit written names and addresses before leaving; all discussions aim for equitable outcomes without assuming decisions already made while preserving development charges obligations regardless of variance results in accordance with the Planning Act of Ontario.

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2 CALL FOR ADDITIONAL BUSINESS

CALL FOR ADDITIONAL BUSINESS

3 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
4.a
Minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held on June 2, 2026

Attachment: 2026-06-02 - Committee of Adjustment Minutes.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53062

Minutes
                                  Committee of Adjustment


                                   June 2, 2026, 3:00 p.m.
                   City Hall - 808 2nd Avenue East - Council Chambers

MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Brian Green
                 Vice Chair Gail McCartney
                 Member Tyler Hopkins

MEMBERS
ABSENT/REGRETS:          Member Markus Hawco
                         Member Dinesh Shah

STAFF PRESENT:        Sabine Robart, Manager of Planning and Heritage
                      Kevin Linthorne, Chief Building Official
                      Jacklyn Iezzi, Senior Planner
                      Matt Pierog, Engineering Technologist
                      Staci Landry, Secretary-Treasurer
     _____________________________________________________________________
1.     CALL TO ORDER

       Chair Green called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. All Committee members and staff
       listed above were present except for the Chief Building Official.
2.     CALL FOR ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
       There was no additional business.
3.     DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
       There were no declarations of interest.
4.     CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
       4.a   Minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held on May 5, 2026

             CA-260602-001
             Moved by Vice Chair McCartney
             "THAT the minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held on May 5,
             2026 be approved as printed."
                                                                                     Carried.

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5.   CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR WHICH DIRECTION IS REQUIRED
     There were no correspondence items presented for consideration.
6.   ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHAIR
     Chair Green advised that the Planning Act of Ontario indicates that if anyone other than
     the applicant or agent wishes to receive notice of the decision of the Committee of
     Adjustment, or in the event that the Committee defers its decision or notice of further
     proceedings respecting the application, such person or persons must leave their names
     and addresses in writing with the Secretary-Treasurer of the Committee prior to leaving
     the hearing.

     In addition, only the applicant, the Minister or a specified person or public body that has
     an interest in the matter has the right to appeal the decision of the Committee of
     Adjustment within the defined appeal period. More information concerning how to
     appeal a decision of the Committee of Adjustment to the Ontario Land Tribunal may be
     obtained from the Community Services Department (Planning Division) in City Hall.
     The Chief Building Official joined the meeting.
7.   REPORTS OF CITY STAFF
     7.a    Report CS-26-050 from the Senior Planner Re: Request for Certificate of
            Cancellation - 2010 16th Street East, Roll No. 425901000623275, and 2050 16th
            Street East (UHaul)
            The Senior Planner provided an overview of the report.

            CA-260602-002
            Moved by Vice Chair McCartney

            "THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-050 respecting a request for
            Certificate of Cancellation for lands municipally known as 2010 and 2050
            16th Street East and having Roll No. 425901000623275, the Committee of
            Adjustment approves the issuance of a Certificate of Cancellation."

                                                                                        Carried.


8.   APPLICATIONS
     8.a    Application File No. B05-2026 to B08-2026, and A05-2026
            The Secretary-Treasurer provided an overview of the application, property
            details, and correspondence received.

            The Senior Planner provided a summary of the staff reports, including a detailed
            description of the policy framework, an overview of the facts of the applications,
            and a summary of the provisional recommendations. The Senior Planner
            recommended that the consent applications be approved subject to the


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conditions outlined in Schedule 'E' of Staff Report CS-26-047 and that the minor
variance application be approved.

Chair Green inquired if the applicant or agent had any comments. Applicant, Ron
Davidson of Ron Davidson Land Use Planning Consultant Inc., was in
attendance and advised that the proposed severed lots comply with the Zoning
By-law requirements for semi-detached dwellings, and noted that any future
development on the lots will also be required to comply with all applicable Zoning
By-law provisions, including setbacks, building height, and lot coverage
requirements.
Mr. Davidson further advised that the City's Official Plan encourages a mix of
housing types and that the proposal represents low-density residential
development. With respect to the requested minor variance, Mr. Davidson
explained that it is largely technical in nature and applies only to the retained
parcel. Based on the wording of the Zoning By-law, the shorter of the two lot lines
on a corner lot is deemed to be the frontage. As the Zoning By-law requires a
minimum frontage of 12 metres and the retained parcel is proposed to have 10
metres of frontage, a minor variance is required. Mr. Davidson noted that
municipal servicing cannot be provided from 8th Avenue West, as no servicing
infrastructure exists along that street. Consequently, servicing must be provided
from 23rd Street West, which necessitates frontage on 23rd Street West for the
retained parcel. Mr. Davidson also advised that the archaeological assessment
has been completed on-site, and no archaeological resources were identified.
The final report is being prepared for submission to the Province for registration,
after which a copy will be provided to City staff.
Chair Green inquired if there were any comments from members of the public.

Mike Matejcic, resident of the Township of Georgian Bluffs, noted that he resides
near the subject property. Mr. Matejcic advised that he had no concerns with the
minor variance application; however, he expressed concerns regarding the
associated consent application. Mr. Matejcic noted that the proposed lots are
smaller than those in the surrounding neighbourhood and that the resulting
development would be inconsistent with the neighbourhood's character. Mr.
Matejcic also raised concerns related to green space, parking, snow storage,
pedestrian safety, and increased traffic, particularly given the property's proximity
to a public school. Mr. Matejcic suggested that the creation of one or two new lots
with increased frontage would be more compatible with the surrounding
neighbourhood.
Committee had no questions or requests for further information from staff.

CA-260602-003
Moved by Member Hopkins

"THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-047 respecting a consent for
lot creation for property known as 791 23rd Street West, the Committee of

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            Adjustment approves Consent Application B05-2026 to B08-2026 by Ron
            Davidson Land Use Planning, on behalf of Jody Brown, subject to the
            conditions outlined in Schedule ‘E’."

                                                                                  Carried.


            CA-260602-004
            Moved by Vice Chair McCartney

            "THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-048 respecting Minor
            Variance A05-2026 by Ron Davidson Land Use Planning, on behalf of Jody
            Brown, for the property known as 791 23rd Street West, the Committee of
            Adjustment approves the minor variance as the Committee concludes that
            the requested variance maintains the general intent and purpose of the
            City’s Official Plan and Zoning By-law, is minor in nature, and desirable for
            the appropriate development and use of the lands."

                                                                                  Carried.


9.    CORRESPONDENCE PROVIDED FOR INFORMATION
      There were no correspondence items presented for information.
10.   DISCUSSION OF ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
      There was no additional business.
11.   NEXT MEETING
      The next regularly scheduled meeting is July 7, 2026.
12.   ADJOURNMENT
      The business contained on the agenda having been completed, Chair Green adjourned
      the meeting at 3:28 p.m.




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5 CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR WHICH DIRECTION IS REQUIRED There are no correspondence items being presented for consideration.

CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR WHICH DIRECTION IS REQUIRED
There are no correspondence items being presented for consideration.

6 ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHAIR Please be advised that the Planning Act of Ontario indicates that if anyone other than the applicant or agent wishes to receive notice of the decision of the Committee of Adjustment, or in the event that the Committee defers its decision

ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHAIR
Please be advised that the Planning Act of Ontario indicates that if anyone other
than the applicant or agent wishes to receive notice of the decision of the
Committee of Adjustment, or in the event that the Committee defers its decision
or notice of further proceedings respecting the application, such person or
persons must leave their names and addresses in writing with the SecretaryTreasurer of the Committee prior to leaving the hearing.
In addition, only the applicant, the Minister or a specified person or public body
that has an interest in the matter has the right to appeal the decision of the
Committee of Adjustment within the defined appeal period. More information
concerning how to appeal a decision of the Committee of Adjustment to the
Ontario Land Tribunal may be obtained from the Community Services
Department (Planning Division) in City Hall.

7 APPLICATIONS

APPLICATIONS
7.a
Application File No. A06-2026 for 875 8th Avenue East
7.b
Application File Nos. B09-2026 and A07-2026 for 768 3rd Avenue West

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Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: This report supports the delivery of Core Service.
The subject application represents a legislated review process.

Climate and Environmental Implications:
This supports the objectives of the City’s Corporate Climate Change
Adaptation Plan by considering climate adaptation in the development of the
City’s strategies, plans, and policies.
Of particular note:


The proposal represents investment in an existing residential
dwelling within a fully serviced settlement area that makes efficient
use of land and existing services.

Previous Report/Authority:
City of Owen Sound 2021 Official Plan
City of Owen Sound 2026 Official Plan
City of Owen Sound Zoning By-law (2010-078, as amended)
Zoning By-law Amendment No. 57

Background & Proposal:
An application for a minor variance has been submitted by Jackson Penner
on behalf of Joe Watson for property located at 875 8th Avenue East.
Property Description
The subject property is an interior lot located within the southeast quadrant
of the City on 8th Avenue East between 9th Street East and 8th Street East.
The lands have approximately 12 metres of frontage on the east side of 8th
Avenue East, 30.5 metres of lot depth, and 371 square metres of lot area.
8th Avenue East is designated as a Local Road by the Transportation Plan
(Schedule ‘C’) of the City’s Official Plan.
The existing house on this lot has a similar setback to the front yard as other
houses in this area. The subject property contains an existing single
detached dwelling, detached garage, and storage shed.
Staff Report CS-26-064: A06-2026 875 8th Ave E Watson
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Surrounding land uses include:
North: residential
East: residential
South: residential
West: residential
The subject lands are designated ‘Residential’ on Schedule ‘A’ – Land Use of
the City’s 2021 Official Plan and are zoned ‘Medium Density Residential’ (R4)
by the City’s Zoning By-law (2010-078, as amended).
On April 13, 2026, City Council passed By-law No. 2026-029, being a by-law
to adopt Official Plan 2026 for the City of Owen Sound and repeal Official
Plan 2021, and By-law No. 2026-030, being a by-law to amend Zoning By
law 2010-078, for conformity with Official Plan 2026 and housekeeping
purposes (ZBA No. 57). Notices of decision on the new Official Plan and
updated Zoning By-law were issued by the City’s Deputy Clerk to the
prescribed persons and bodies under the Planning Act on April 16, 2026. The
2026 Official Plan has been referred to the County of Grey, as the approval
authority. The appeal period for Zoning By-law Amendment No. 57 has
expired. While not yet in force and effect, this report will provide an analysis
of the proposed Minor Variance in consideration of the policies of the 2026
Official Plan, as adopted by Council, and the updated zoning provisions under
ZBA No. 57.
The lands remain designated ‘Residential’ on the Land Use Plan (Schedule
‘A’) of the City’s 2026 Official Plan. The lands are zoned ‘Medium Density
Residential’ (R2) by the City’s Zoning By-law (2010-078), as amended by
ZBA No. 57.
For location context and surrounding land uses, please see the Orthophoto in
Schedule ‘A’. For the planning policy context, please see the Official Plan and
Zoning Map in Schedule ‘B’. The subject lands are fully described in Schedule
‘C’.
The Proposal
The applicant is proposing to replace the existing covered front porch.
Section 5.8 Permitted Yard Enroachments of the City’s Zoning By-law
provides for certain features (including a porch greater than 0.75 metres
above finished grade) to project into a required yard. For the purposes of
Section 5.8 of the By-law, a required yard shall be deemed to include any
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yard existing on the effective date of the By-law which is less than the
required yard. The existing dwelling has a front yard setback of 3.1 metres
(whereas 6.5 metres is required by the applicable zone).
Section 5.8 permits a porch to project 3.0 metres into the required front
yard; however, it must be setback a minimum of 1.5 metres from the front
lot line.
To facilitate the proposal, the application is requesting the following
variances:
Section 5.8 Permitted Yard
Encroachments
5.8.1 Permitted Yard
Encroachments

Required

Provided

Variance

1.5 m

1.0 m

0.5 m

Porch or Deck greater than 0.75 m
above finished grade
Permitted to encroach a maximum
of 3.0 m into a required front yard
but not to less than 1.5 m from
the front lot line.
It merits note that notice of the subject minor variance application was
provided to the prescribed persons and bodies on June 22, 2026 in
accordance with the requirements of the Planning Act. The public notice
indicated a clerical error that the provided setback of the front porch from
the front lot line is 1.2 metres, and the requested variance is 0.3 metres. In
the opinion of Planning staff, the deviation between numbers in the public
notice and considered in this recommendation report is not significant
enough to warrant additional notice. The proposal remains consistent with
the notice given, which is to facilitate a reduced front yard setback for the
proposed porch. Staff recommend that Committee proceed with hearing the
subject application on this basis and that no new notice is warranted.
Section 5.1.1 Essential Services and Utilities of the Zoning By-law notes that
the provisions of this By-law shall not limit or interfere with the construction
and maintenance of steps. As such, the steps at the front of the porch are
not required to be considered in the zoning conformity, provided that they
are located wholly on private property.

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A fulsome review and analysis of the proposed minor variance is outlined
below.

Analysis:
As stipulated in the Planning Act [Sec. 45(1)], a minor variance may be
authorized by the Committee of Adjustment, provided that the four tests of a
variance are met. All decisions with respect to a planning matter must also
be consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement.
Provincial Planning Statement
The 2024 Provincial Planning Statement (PPS) has been reviewed with regard
to the proposed application. The PPS requires that settlement areas be the
focus for growth and development and land use patterns within settlement
areas should be based on densities and mix of land uses which efficiently use
land and resources, optimize existing and planned infrastructure and public
service facilities, and support active transportation. Planning authorities are
required to support general intensification and redevelopment to support the
achievement of complete communities. The subject lands are within a fully
serviced settlement area. Minor, continued development of an existing,
serviced residential property is consistent with the direction provided by the
PPS subject to the recommended conditions.
County of Grey Official Plan
The City of Owen Sound is designated as a ‘Primary Settlement Area’ in the
2019 County of Grey Official Plan (County OP). The County OP promotes a
full range of land uses within Primary Settlement Areas. Land use policies
and development standards are to be in accordance with the local Official
Plan. The County was provided notice of the application in accordance with
the requirements of the Planning Act and have no objections to the
requested variance.
Test 1: Conformity with the Official Plan
The subject property is designated ‘Residential’ on Schedule ‘A’ – Land Use of
the City’s 2021 Official Plan (OP). Where lands are designated Residential,
residential and related uses are to be the predominant land use. Single and
semi-detached dwellings are among the residential uses permitted within this
designation. The OP generally supports site revitalization and redevelopment.

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Section 8 of the OP provides Urban Design direction and supports relatively
consistent streetscapes and compatible built form. Within a residential area,
heights and setbacks should be consistent with the general form of existing
development (8.6.1.3). The subject property is in a diverse neighbourhood
which includes a range of building types including 1.5 and two-storey red
brick dwellings as well as split-level and single-storey bungalows. This
portion of 8th Avenue East has a well-established front yard streetscape and
front yard. The existing porch is similar to others in this area.
The proposed covered front porch will not significantly change the
established streetscape as it will be similarly sized and located to the existing
structure. A recommended condition of approval will require that the
boulevard tree (English Oak in excellent condition) have appropriate
hoarding and protection at the time of construction to the satisfaction of the
City’s Manager of Parks and Open Space.
Under the City’s 2026 OP, the lands remain designated ‘Residential’. Policies
respecting the Residential land use designation and Urban Design remain
unchanged.
The proposal conforms with the City’s Official Plan, subject to recommended
conditions.
Test 2: Conformity with the Intent and Purpose of the Zoning By-law
The property is zoned ‘Medium Density Residential’ (R4) by the City’s Zoning
By law (2010-078, as amended). Single detached dwellings are among the
permitted uses in the R2 zone.
The applicant is proposing to replace the existing covered front porch.
Section 5.8 Permitted Yard Enroachments of the Zoning By-law provides for
certain features (including a porch greater than 0.75 metres above finished
grade) to project into a required yard. For purposes of Section 5.8 of the Bylaw, a required yard shall be deemed to include any yard existing on the
effective date of the By-law which is less than the required yard. The existing
dwelling has a front yard setback of 3.1 metres (whereas 6.5 metres is
required by the applicable zone).
Section 5.8 permits a porch to project 3.0 metres into the required front
yard, but shall be located not less than 1.5 metres from the front lot line.
The proposed porch will project 1.83 metres into the front yard and is
proposed to be setback 1.0 metre from the front lot line.

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To facilitate the proposal, the application is requesting the following
variances:
Section 5.8 Permitted Yard
Encroachments

Required

Provided

Variance

1.5 m

1.0 m

0.5 m

5.8.1 Porch or Deck greater than
0.75 m above finished grade
Permitted to encroach a
maximum of 3.0 m into a
required front yard but not to
less than 1.5 m from the front lot
line

The intent of a minimum front yard setback requirement is in part to
maintain relatively consistent streetscapes (as discussed in the OP section
above) and to ensure that there is sufficient room in the front yard for the lot
to function without encroaching onto the road allowance. Functional
attributes of a front yard may include:




Snow storage & stormwater management;
Underground and above-ground utilities and appurtenances; and
Parking.

In this case, as the applicant is proposing the replacement of an existing
structure in the same general location, there is no anticipated impact to the
function of the technical front yard. The house has a detached garage and
driveway on the south side of the building and therefore does not require the
front yard for parking.
The proposed development will not alter the existing situation regarding
snow storage and stormwater management. Engineering Services Division
has not requested a grading and drainage plan and recommends approval of
the application.
The covered front porch and steps will be located entirely on the subject
property with no encroachment onto the City’s boulevard/road allowance.
Under the City’s Zoning By-law 2010-078, as amended by ZBA No. 57, the
lands are zoned ‘Medium Density Residential’ (R2). Single detached dwellings
are permitted within the R2 Zone. Provisions regarding permitted yard
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encroachments are unchanged in Section 5 of the City’s Zoning By-law as
amended by ZBA No. 57.
The proposal maintains the general intent and purpose of the City’s Zoning
By-law.
Test 3: Minor in Nature
The request for relief from the front yard setback requirements of Section
5.8 of the Zoning By-law to allow the replacement of an existing porch can
be considered minor in nature for a number of reasons, as follows:





The proposal will maintain an existing permitted residential use of
the lands and facilitate a renovation/replacement.
The proposed replacement is in the same general location as the
existing porch. The anticipated impact on adjacent properties and
the surrounding neighbourhood is extremely limited.
The proposal does not compromise the function of the property.
The subject property can continue to provide for adequate parking,
access and snow and stormwater management.

Test 4: Desirable for the Development and Use of the Lands
The proposed development represents redevelopment within a settlement
area that is supported by the policies of the PPS and the City’s OP.
The requested relief will provide for improvements to an existing permitted
residential use. The proposal is deemed to be desirable for the development
and use of the lands.
Comments Received:
In accordance with the requirements of the Planning Act (Sec. 45, O. Reg.
200/96), notice of the subject application was provided on June 22, 2026 to
the public and prescribed bodies. Comments received by the SecretaryTreasurer as of the writing of this report are described below and included in
Schedule ‘F’.
City of Owen Sound Engineering & Public Works Department
Comment has been received from the City’s Engineering & Public Works
Department recommending approval.
Canada Post
Comment has been received from Canada Post with no objection to the
requested variance.
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Bell Canada
Comment has been received from Bell Canada with no objection to the
requested variance.
Grey County
Comment has been received from Grey County with no objection to the
proposed minor variance.
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA)
Comment has been received from GSCA with no objection to the proposed
minor variance.
City of Owen Sound Building Division
Comment has been received from the City’s Building Division with no
objection to the requested variance. The proposal will require a Building
Permit.

Financial Implications:
None to the City.

Communication Strategy:
Notice of the minor variance application was given in accordance with
Section 45(5) of the Planning Act and Ontario Regulation 200/96.

Consultation:
The application was circulated to various City Departments and our
commenting agencies as part of the consultation process.

Attachments:
Schedule 'A':
Schedule 'B':
Schedule 'C':
Schedule 'D':
Schedule 'E':
Schedule 'F':

Orthophoto
Official Plan and Zoning Map
Property Details
Site Plan
Conditions of Approval
Staff & Agency Comments

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Recommended by:
Sabine Robart, MSC (PLAN), MCIP RPP, Manager of Planning & Heritage
Submission approved by:
Pam Coulter, BA, RPP, Director of Community Services
For more information on this report, please contact Sabine Robart, Manager
of Planning & Heritage at srobart@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext.
1236.

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SCHEDULE C
PROPERTY DETAILS – A06-2026 (Watson)
Property Information Detail
Civic Address

875 8th Avenue East

Roll Number

425904002708500

Legal Description

PLAN 189 LOT 34

Site Frontage

12.2 m

Site Depth

30.5 m

Site Area

371 sq m

Existing Structures

Single detached dwelling, detached garage, storage
shed

Road Access/Frontage

8th Avenue East

Surrounding Land Uses

North:
East:
South:
West:

Available Servicing

Detail

Water

150 Ø cast iron watermain

Sanitary

TBD

Stormwater

TBD

Planning Policy

Detail

County of Grey Official
Plan

Primary Settlement Area

City of Owen Sound
Official Plan

Residential

City of Owen Sound
Zoning By-law 2010078, as amended

Medium Density Residential (R4)

Report:CS-26-064

Residential
Residential
Residential
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File: A06-2026

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SCHEDULE E
DRAFT CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Recommended Variance Modification to Purpose and Effect
To facilitate the proposal, the applicant requires the following relief:
Section 5.8 Permitted Yard
Encroachments

Required

Provided

Variance

5.8.1 Porch or Deck greater than
0.75 m above finished grade

1.5 m

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Minimum setback from lot line
(front)
Recommended Conditions of Approval
1. That construction occurs substantially in accordance with the sketch
submitted with the application and attached as Schedule "A" to the
decision of the Committee of Adjustment to the satisfaction of the City's
Chief Building Official.
2. That a tree preservation plan, including hoarding and tree protection,
for the boulevard tree located in front of the subject property, be
prepared to the satisfaction of the Community Services Department
(Manager of Parks and Open Space). The developer shall demonstrate
that every effort is made to retain the English Oak in excellent
condition to the satisfaction of the City and that any tree removal must
be justified and replaced in accordance with City Policy CS69 or its
successor (generally at a ratio of 2:1).

Staff Report:CS-26-064

File: A06-2026
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Page 22 of 232

SCHEDULE F
Comments – A06-2026
Agency
City of Owen Sound Engineering & Public Works Department – dated June
29, 2026
Canada Post – dated June 22, 2026
Bell Canda – dated June 22, 2026
County of Grey – dated June 24, 2026
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority - dated June 29, 2026
City of Owen Sound Building Division - dated June 29, 2026

Report: CS-26-064

Page 1 of 1

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File: A06-2026

Staff Report
Engineering Services Division
Public Works & Engineering Department

Date:

June 29, 2026

Application:

A06/2026

To:

Staci Landry, Secretary-Treasurer, Committee of Adjustment
Jacklyn Ieezzi, Senior Planner
Sabine Robart, Manager of Planning and Heritage
Pam Coulter, Director of Community Services
Lara Widdifield, Director of Public Works & Engineering

From:

Matthew Pierog, Engineering Technologist

Subject:

Application for Minor Variance – Engineering Review

Municipal Address: 875 8th Avenue East
Assessment Roll: 425904002708500
Legal Description: PLAN 189 LOT 34
Applicant: Jackson Penner on behalf of Joe Watson
Background:
Refer to description provided by the City’s Planning Division.
Recommendation:
Further to our review of the above noted application, the Public Works and
Engineering Department recommends approval of this application for minor
variance by the Committee of Adjustment.
Analysis:
Site Access:
The lot has frontage on 8th Avenue East, which is classified as a Local Road.
Access to the lot is from an existing driveway and walkway from 8th Avenue
East.

Page 1 of 2
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APPLICATION for MINOR VARIANCE – ENGINEERING REVIEW
A06/2026
875 8th Avenue East
continued

There does not appear to be any impact to site access required as a part of
the variance requested for the proposed development.
Parking:
There does not appear to be any impact to the parking required as a part of
the variance requested for the proposed development.
Site Servicing:
Servicing does not appear to be affected based on the variance requested
for the proposed development. However, the applicant is to be aware that
there may be service laterals for the property in the vicinity of the front
porch addition.
Grading, Drainage & Stormwater Management:
A Grading and Drainage is not required as a part of the variance application.
It is the Owner’s responsibility to ensure that the overall grading, drainage
and stormwater management at the properties conform to Section 2.2.2 of
By-law 1999-030; the City of Owen Sound Property Standards By-law, and
the approved grading plan.
Consultation:
This document incorporates comments from all Divisions of the Public Works
and Engineering Department. The Comments provided above were based on
the City’s most recent Engineering Standards and the records available at
the time of preparation of this report. The comments provided do not
preclude the applicant’s responsibility for meeting all applicable laws,
regulations and standards, or provide any assurances.
Prepared By:
Reviewed By:

Matthew Pierog, P.Eng.
Mason Bellamy, C.Tech.

Matthew Pierog, P.Eng.
Reviewed via email.

Page 2 of 2
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From:
To:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:

STEVENS, Darren
Staci Landry
Re: Notice of Public Hearing and Application for Files A06-2026, A07-2026, and B09-2026
Monday, June 22, 2026 9:54:14 AM
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Good morning,
Canada Post does not have any comments for these applications.
Kind regards,
DARREN STEVENS | DELIVERY PLANNING | CANADA POST | 955 HIGHBURY AVE N, LONDON ON N5Y 1A3 | 519-2813428

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Good morning,
Please find attached the Notice of Public Hearing and application for files
A06-2026, A07-2026, and B09-2026.
Please contact me if you require anything additional for your review.

Page 26 of 232

The public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 3:00
p.m. in the Owen Sound City Hall Council Chambers located at 808
2nd Avenue East.
Please submit comments to Staci Landry, Deputy Clerk
(slandry@owensound.ca) by Tuesday, June 30, 2026 by 12:00
noon for inclusion on the agenda.
Should you have any questions or require anything further for your review,
please do not hesitate to contact me or the Planning Division
(planning@owensound.ca) before noon on the hearing date noted above.
Best,

Staci Landry

Deputy Clerk
Corporate Services Department
City of Owen Sound
808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4
519-376-4440 ext. 1235
slandry@owensound.ca
www.owensound.ca

Page 27 of 232

From:
To:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:

Cholewa, Matthew
Staci Landry
RE: Notice of Public Hearing and Application for Files A06-2026, A07-2026, and B09-2026
Monday, June 22, 2026 2:39:33 PM
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Hello Staci,
No concerns from Bell.
Thanks,

Matthew Cholewa
Access Network Implementation Manager
M : 226 750-5210

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Sent: June-22-26 9:06 AM
To: Planning Act Prescribed Persons/Bodies <planningnotices@owensound.ca>; Brian Green
<iluvwood@live.ca>; Dinesh Shah <dinesh625@gmail.com>; Gail McCartney
<gmcart22@gmail.com>; Markus Hawco <hawcomark@gmail.com>; Tyler Hopkins
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Subject: [EXT]Notice of Public Hearing and Application for Files A06-2026, A07-2026, and B09-2026

Good morning,
Please find attached the Notice of Public Hearing and application for files
A06-2026, A07-2026, and B09-2026.
Please contact me if you require anything additional for your review.
The public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
in the Owen Sound City Hall Council Chambers located at 808 2nd Avenue
East.
Please submit comments to Staci Landry, Deputy Clerk
(slandry@owensound.ca) by Tuesday, June 30, 2026 by 12:00 noon
for inclusion on the agenda.
Should you have any questions or require anything further for your review,
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please do not hesitate to contact me or the Planning Division
(planning@owensound.ca) before noon on the hearing date noted above.
Best,

Staci Landry

Deputy Clerk
Corporate Services Department
City of Owen Sound
808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4
519-376-4440 ext. 1235
slandry@owensound.ca
www.owensound.ca

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les liens et documents joints

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From:
To:
Subject:
Date:

planning@grey.ca
Briana Bloomfield; OS Planning; Staci Landry; Tim Simmonds; Pam Coulter; Engineering
County comments for A06-2026 Watson
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 11:38:44 AM

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County comments for A06-2026 Watson
Hello Owen Sound,
Please note that Grey County is taking steps to streamline development review by
limiting planning policy comments on some development applications. Unless
otherwise requested by municipal staff, County planning comments will be limited
for the following applications:
All minor variance and site plan applications; and
zoning by-law amendments and consents within settlement areas.
County planning staff may continue to provide comments where the above
applications are connected to a County application.
Grey County Ecology staff will continue to review all applications with regards to
natural heritage matters. Other County departments will continue to be circulated
through our ‘one-window’ approach and will provide comments as needed.
Given the above, a formal planning policy review of the subject application has not
been undertaken. Please be advised that all planning decisions shall conform with
the County's Official Plan. County planning staff can assist with specific questions
in this respect.
Grey County Planning Ecology staff have reviewed the application and have no
concerns.
County staff have no further comments at this time. Please let us know if you have
any questions.
Best regards,
Derek McMurdie

County of Grey, Owen Sound, ON

Page 30 of 232

From:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:

Clinton Stredwick - Environmental Planner
Staci Landry
OS Planning; Scott Greig; Jon Farmer
Minor Variance application A06-2026
June 29, 2026 3:52:34 PM
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Hi Staci,
The GSCA has reviewed Minor Variance application A06-2026 and have no concerns or comments
as there are no natural hazard areas or areas regulated under O.Reg 41/24.
Kind regards,

Clinton Stredwick, BES, MCIP, RPP
Environmental Planner

1.548.877.0592
237897 Inglis Falls Rd.
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 5N6
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Staff Report
Building Division

ROLL NO.: 4259 040 027 08500

DATE:

JUNE 29, 2026

TO:

STACI LANDRY, DEPUTY CLERK

FROM:

NIELS JENSEN, BUILDING OFFICIAL

SUBJECT:

MINOR VARIACE APPLICATION FOR 875 8TH AVE EAST

PLANNING FILE: A06-2026
MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 875 8TH AVE EAST
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: PLAN 189 LOT 34
APPLICANT: JACKSON PENNER
BACKGROUND: The applicant is proposing to replace an existing covered
front porch. To facilitate the proposal, the application is requesting the
following variance from the Zoning By-law 2010-078, as amended:
Provision
5.8.1 Porch or Deck greater
than 0.75 m above finished
grade Minimum setback from lot
line (front)

Required
1.5 m

Provided
1.2 m

Variance
0.3 m

ANALYSIS: This document incorporates comments from the Building
Division of the Community Service Department.
The above noted site plan has been reviewed using the requirements from
the Ontario Building Code and related City and County By-laws. The following
comments reflect the results of the review:


All construction to be in accordance with either the Ontario Building
Code or successor legislation in place at the time of building permit
application.



The payment of permit fees, City, County and site specific Development
Charges will be due upon the issuance of a building permit.

Page 1 of 2

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A07-2026
Building Division Review
-/Continued

DETAILED REVIEW:
application are:




Documents reviewed in conjunction with this

Ontario Building Code 2024
o C
City of Owen Sound Development Charges By-law
County of Grey Development Charges By-laws

The Building Division does not have any concerns regarding the application,
please be aware that the building must comply with the Ontario Building
Code in effect at the time of application and City By-laws, including but not
limited to, the following:


Building to be designed by a Qualified Designer.



Permit drawings to include structural, and architectural details.



Building/Demolition permit(s) may be revoked if construction not
started with 6 months of permit issuance or if construction is
substantially halted, suspended, or discontinued for a period of over
one year.



Fees and charges are to be paid at the rate current at time of building
permit issuance. The following estimated rates would apply if permit
applied for in 2026 (rates subject to change based on Fees and
Charges By-law):

o Building permit of $173.65 for porch/deck construction plus
Admin Fee of $57.89.
o City of Owen Sound Development Charges, if applicable
o County of Grey Development Charges, if applicable
Submitted by:

Niels Jensen

Reviewed by:

Kevin Linthorne, CBO
Page 2 of 2

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Staff Report
Report To:

Committee of Adjustment

Report From:

Jacklyn Iezzi, Senior Planner

Meeting Date:

July 7, 2026

Report Code:

CS-26-068

Subject:

Consent B09-2026 for 768 3rd Avenue West

Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-068, respecting a consent for lot
creation for property known as 768 3rd Avenue West, the Committee of
Adjustment approves Consent Application B09-2026 by J. Andrew L. Wilson,
subject to the conditions outlined in Schedule ‘E’.

Highlights:







A Consent Application (B09-2026) has been submitted by J. Andrew
L. Wilson, for property municipally known as 768 3rd Avenue West.
The application proposes to sever the subject property for the
purposes of creating one (1) new residential building lot have 20
metres of frontage on 3rd Avenue ‘A’ West, 18.4 metres of lot
depth, and 368 square metres of lot area. A single detached
dwelling is proposed to be constructed on the severed parcel.
The lands are also subject to Minor Variance Application A07-2026,
which requests relief from the provisions of the Zoning By-law to
facilitate the proposed lot creation and the construction of a single
detached dwelling on the severed parcel. A fulsome analysis of the
requested variance is provided in Staff Report CS-26-069, in
consideration of the four tests provided by the Planning Act.
Staff recommend approval of the subject consent application,
subject to conditions.

Staff Report CS-26-068: Consent B09-2026 for 768 3rd Avenue West
Page 1 of 15

8 APPEAL BOARD REGARDING THE REGULATION AND CONTROL OF DOGS The Committee of Adjustment is now sitting as the Appeal Board regarding the Regulation and Control of Dogs. By-law No. 2024-113 being "ABy-law to Licence, Regulate and Control Dogs

APPEAL BOARD REGARDING THE REGULATION AND CONTROL OF DOGS
The Committee of Adjustment is now sitting as the Appeal Board regarding the
Regulation and Control of Dogs.
By-law No. 2024-113 being "A By-law to Licence, Regulate and Control Dogs
Within the City of Owen Sound" gives the Appeal Board the power to reverse or
uphold the officer's finding.
The onus is on the appellant to provide evidence satisfactory to the Appeal
Board that the relief being sought should be granted.
Please be advised that if anyone other than the owner or their representative
wishes to receive notice of the decision of the Appeal Board, or in the event that
the Appeal Board defers its decision respecting the appeal, such person or
persons must leave their names and addresses in writing with the Secretary of
the Appeal Board prior to leaving the hearing by filling out the sign-in sheet
located on the table just outside of Council Chambers.
In addition, where more than six months have elapsed since the matter was
before the Appeal Board, and the owner believes that the behaviour of the dog
has improved, the owner may apply to the Appeal Board by notifying the
Secretary in writing setting out the grounds for the belief that the dog's
behaviour has improved and requesting an order modifying or rescinding the
order to muzzle, leash, or both.
8.a
Appeal of Leash and Muzzle Order 2026-001 dated March 31, 2026 Re:
Towanda (1855 5th Avenue East) by Dylan McMullin

9 CORRESPONDENCE PROVIDED FOR INFORMATION There are no correspondence items being presented for information.

CORRESPONDENCE PROVIDED FOR INFORMATION
There are no correspondence items being presented for information.

10 DISCUSSION OF ADDITIONAL BUSINESS

DISCUSSION OF ADDITIONAL BUSINESS

11 NEXT MEETING

NEXT MEETING

12 ADJOURNMENT

ADJOURNMENT