To review all development applications in Bay Ward, use the Development Application Search Tool.
Applications for minor variances to the zoning by-law are considered by the Committee of Adjustment. For the schedule of public hearings and copies of documents related to submissions for approval of minor variances refer to the Committee of Adjustment page.
This week City Council had the opportunity to debate a motion put forward by Councillor Mathieu Fleury to reconsider the proposed design to the Chateau Laurier addition. This motion was a very emotional subject for many residents because they were upset that the proposed addition marred this treasured building. The Chateau Laurier is an icon…
Infrastructure Services implements city-building priorities from planning and delivering infrastructure projects, to managing infrastructure assets and investments. The report ending June 2019 provides information on overall project status, milestones and specific staff contacts. These reports are issued once a month, however, please reach out to us if you have any questions in the interim. Click…
The R4 Zoning Review began in January 2016 in response to the continued development of buildings in the inner-urban area containing unreasonably large dwelling units that operated as unlicensed rooming houses, commonly known as bunkhouses. More details available at Ottawa.ca The project is proceeding in two phases. R4 Phase 1 concluded in June 2018 with…
The following are some details about the proposed project at 100 New Orchard. Stories: 14 Units: 84 in total including 9 units of affordable housing Parking: 2 level above ground and 1 level underground; including 5 visitors there are 35 parking spots in total Bicycle parking: 42 For more information on the site plan submission…
RioCan, Fotenn and Metro met with Bay Ward community associations to discuss updates to their site plan and present their concept drawings. During the last public meeting they heard from the community that the site should aim for the following goals: Support Transit Be Walkable – Improve Pedestrian Experience More Green and Trees Street Retail…
A new information page has been added for Bay Ward Bulletin readers where you can read about the status of planned infrastructure services projects and search the city’s new interactive map for details of ongoing and planned construction project by the city of Ottawa. Click here to view new page.
Mature Neighbourhoods Overlay and Alternative Provisions in Residential Development Areas The City is proposing a new zoning strategy that would create new regulations for front and corner side yards that puts soft landscaping first, before driveways, parking, walkways and ground-level projections such as landings, stairs and porches. Residents can provide their comments on the new strategy…
The second phase of the Inspire555 series to engage the public and gather input on the new Ottawa Public Library (OPL) and Library and Archives Canada (LAC) joint facility is online now at Inspire555.ca. In a short questionnaire on Spaces and Relationships, Canadians are invited to share their thoughts and comments with the architects regarding…
The City’s Planning Committee today approved a new schedule of development charges to help ensure essential infrastructure and services keep pace with growth in Ottawa. Following the principle of growth paying for growth, development charges ensure that those benefitting from new growth within Ottawa are the ones paying for the associated initial capital costs needed…
The City of Ottawa has identified sites owned by the city that will be used to for affordable housing developments. For site details, please click here.
Where: 560 metres of wall between Kempster Ave and Maplehurst Ave What is being done: Structural stabilization, repair and replacement of the existing pathway wall Tentative Schedule: Start date August 1, 2019 approx. and end date October 30, 2019 approx. Mortared Stone Rubble Wall, on north side of a former railbed Approximately 560 m length; Height varies 0.5 m to 2 m…
The Unitarian Congregation on Cleary has embarked on a planning exercise to look at how their site might be developed in future. They’re retained a planning consultant and on Sunday, May 5 from 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm they’ll be presenting the results of their visioning exercise. The public is invited. More details to follow…
We’d like to thank Rosaline and Lisa, the architect and Cardel representative and the residents of Crystal Beach who attended the meeting to discuss the development of 3368 Carling Ave. Lisa and Rosaline explained the variances they will be submitting for approval. We would also like to thank Simon, the City of Ottawa planner, who…
Everyone in Ottawa will face the challenges of the future together. No matter who you are or where you live, we want your opinion. Your input will help us create the plans and policies that guide the growth of Ottawa. We are looking for your input on key issues that are currently facing the City.…
Highlights and Takeaways Sears Building Internal preparation for demolition is complete, including the safe removal of the asbestos. The structure is ready for demolition. They are waiting for the demolition permit to be released by the city. It should be within the next few weeks. Demolition should be completed by the end of summer At…
The following is the application summary, submitted plans, reports, surveys and accompanying documents for the 2165 Carling Avenue, Site Plan Control Proposal: Landscape PlanGrading and Erosion Control PlanApplication SummarySite Servicing PlanSite Plan For highlights on the Bay Ward meeting held on Tuesday February 26, see Post Meeting Summary Deadline date for comments: March 7, 2019…
This is the formal circulation of the planning application noted above. Below is a link to the application on the City’s Development Application Search Tool where you will find information about the application and all of the submitted plans, reports, surveys and accompanying documents you will need to review the application. Link to Application on…
On February 14, 2019, I brought forward a motion to planning committee, directing staff to initiate a Zoning Bylaw Amendment to remove ‘Rooming House’ from the list of uses permitted at 975 Woodroffe Ave. I am pleased to report that I was successful in gaining the support of my colleagues, and this motion was passed…
In December 2016, Ottawa City Council directed staff to undertake a planning study to “…identify trends in housing, employment, and identify opportunities to create complete communities which, together with current Official Plan policies create an affordable and sustainable city beyond 2036…” The goal of the Ottawa Next: Beyond 2036 study was to identify the forces that will shape…
The City developed the following proposed tree planting plans for Britannia Park in 2019: The links above will display the different areas of the park, the location and the species of trees. Please send your comments using the Contact Us form.
The Committee of Adjustment for the City of Ottawa has the Public Hearings applications available online. They include the Public Notice and Circulation Map, as well as Surveys, Site Plans and Elevation Drawings, where applicable. To view the complete file, please visit the Committee office at the address shown below. The application for 47 (45)…
Notice of the demolition of the McEwen Gas Station. Dear Resident, Starting early February 2019, the City of Ottawa will begin the demolition process of the existing structure and excavation at 1181 Richmond Road / 106 McEwen Avenue. The process will be completed by the end of August 2019. Where: 1181 Richmond Road / 106…
1- Completion of storm line excavation and installation in progress.2- Selective demolition in the existing building on the third floor is completed, almost completed on the second floor and to continue on the first floor.3- Building excavation on the new building has started.4- Installation of formwork to start on January 21, 2019, weather permitted.5- Major…
Below is a link to the application on the City’s Development Application Search Tool where you will find information about the application and all of the submitted plans, reports, surveys and accompanying documents you will need to review the application. Click here for Application on DevApps For questions, concerns and all other information please contact…
Next week I will be attending the City Council Planning Committee meeting. I will be asking Councillor Leiper, who is on the committee, to give notice of motion regarding the property at 975 Woodroffe. The motion will ask for the term “rooming house” to be removed from the current zoning. This will not change the…