Matthew Wilkinson, Citizen Member inquired about the proposed development and whether it would fit into the cultural landscape with its proposed massing and effect on the side yard setbacks.
John Dunlop, Manager Heritage Planning and Indigenous Relations advised the Committee that the lot would have been rezoned or the owner would go to the Committee of Adjustment for variances on the side yard set backs. Mr. Dunlop further advised the Committee that the overall massing does not impact the cultural landscape as it is a two storey detached structure
Matthew Wilkinson inquired if the Village Association would be aware of an application before the Committee of Adjustment and was advised that applications within a 60 metre radius of the property would receive a notice from the Committee of Adjustment regarding the application and that a sign would be posted on the property.
Richard Collins, Citizen Member inquired if the Committee would receive a streetscape view of the proposed development and was advised by staff that a request could be made as a condition of the Committee of Adjustment for a streetscape view to be produced.
Committee members discussed the aesthetics of the proposed development and were advised that heritage conservation districts have clear policies about what a property should look like and that applications proceed through multiple committees prior to approval, however if the proposed development is outside of a heritage district, there are no policies or legislation restricting what the home should look like.