The Committee of Adjustment/Property Standards Appeal Committee is a quasi-judicial committee appointed by Council that serves in the dual capacity of Committee of Adjustment and Property Standards Appeal Committee. The main responsibilities of the Committee include:
Hearing applications for Minor Variances and Consents under the Planning Act;
Hearing appeals related to orders issued under the Town's Property Standards By-law;
Conducting public hearings;
Considering comments, concerns, questions, and other submissions presented at public hearings; and
Rendering decisions in accordance with applicable legislation.
The Committee is composed of five voting citizen members appointed by Council for a four-year term.
Membership Information, Meeting Schedules, Agendas, and Minutes
Information about Committee membership, meeting schedules, agendas, minutes, vacancies, and application opportunities is maintained on a separate webpage and updated regularly.
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Minor Variances Applications are governed by Section 45 of the Planning Act and are required when a proposal cannot meet the intent of the Zoning By-law. Minor Variance applications are also required for the enlargement or extension of a legally non-conforming building or structure, or for the expansion of a non-conforming use.
Applications for Consent are governed by Section 53 of the Planning Act and are required to sever land or for certain agreements, mortgages, or leases extending 21 years or more.
As the Property Standards Appeal Committee, the Committee hears appeals from owners or occupants who have been served with an order under the Property Standards By-law and are not satisfied with its terms or conditions. Appeals are initiated by submitting a Notice of Appeal, after which the Committee conducts a hearing and renders a decision.
Applications and appeals are heard in person at a public hearing. The location of the hearing is identified in the applicable notice. Members of the public may attend and speak at the hearing to provide comments, raise concerns, ask questions, or otherwise make submissions for the Committee's consideration before a decision is rendered.
Contact Information
For additional information regarding applications, appeals, or Committee proceedings, please contact the Secretary-Treasurer at planning@collingwood.ca.
Planning Act Notice
Individuals who make written submissions regarding a Planning Act application should be aware that their submission, icluding any personal information contained within it, will become part of the public record and be made available to the applicant, the Committee, and Council.
Disclaimer
Information provided is believed to be accurate at the time of posting and is based in the information and resources available. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy the Town assumes no liability for errors, omissions, or inaccuraccies. For additional information, please contact planning@collingwood.ca or arrange an appointment with Planning staff.