Join the SNOW MOLES!
On Friday January 7th I had the pleasure of attending the virtual launch for the 2022 Snow Mole Campaign, a program organized by the Pedestrian Safety and Walkability Sub-Committee of…
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Update from Ottawa Public Health January 7, 2022
COVID-19 Update The amount of COVID-19 in our community is higher than ever and testing facilities cannot keep up with demand. Case counts in the community are an under-representation of COVID-19…
Aheard Sidewalk’s project page has been updated
An update on the Ahearn Avenue sidewalk project including the final functional design plan has been posted on the project webpage. This project includes a new sidewalk along the south…
What happens to our garbage?
When your garbage gets picked up, it doesn’t just go away. It stays right here, in Ottawa, at the City’s landfill site. Watch the new video to take a tour…
Questions and responses about Road Cuts
When the City issues a utility company, a Road Cut Permit, the expectation is that the road’s previous conditions will be reinstated adequately and not degraded. However, work, such as…
Tree removal at 2145 Queensgrove Rd.
Tree Location: 2145 Queensgrove Rd.Location Name (if applicable): Rear yardSpecies: Acer, Norway MapleSize (cm): 77Ownership: PrivateReason for Removal: Condition of treeTree removal permit issued: YesCondition of Permit: Planting of 1…
Ottawa Light Rail Transit Commission
On December 17, 2021, the Province announced the establishment of the Ottawa Light Rail Transit Commission, its independent inquiry into Stage 1 of the Ottawa Light Rail Transit system. The…
Ottawa maintains Gold rating for being bicycle friendly
The Share the Road Cycling Coalition has renewed Ottawa’s Gold Bicycle Friendly Community Status. Ottawa has been recognized for its continued growth in cycling infrastructure, education, and outreach, making the…
Committee of Adjustment – January 12, 2022 Decisions
Panel 1 at 1 pm D08-02-21/A-00354, 88 Orvigale Adjourned to February 2, 2022 The Committee of Adjustment will consider an Application for Minor Variances to permit reduced front yard setbacks…
Comments on Committee of Adjustment applications for structures that are already built
The following comments were provided by City staff following our enquiry about applications for minor variances after a structure is built: The Committee of Adjustment does not condone the practice…