A message from the Broadway Residents Working Group
Dear Residents!
It has been a while since we last sent out an update on the 1860 Bayview Ave development application since there hasn’t been a lot of activity. However, this case is starting to heat up again so here is a summary of the latest developments since the application for a minor variance was rejected by the Committee of Adjustment on July 6, 2010.
1) The applicant did appeal the decision by the Committee of Adjustment to the OMB (Ontario Municipal Board). No date for the OMB hearing has yet been set.
2) On September 10 the developer filed a re-zoning application with the city. The application is essentially for the very same retail complex proposed under the minor variance application. However, the re-zoning process requires more studies to be done and the city staff will schedule a meeting where all residents will have a chance to comment on the proposed development. We expect that this meeting will be scheduled in January. Stay tuned for updates. The city is required to make a decision on the application within 180 days which means by early March 2011. Should the city turn down the application again the developer will have the option to appeal to the OMB.
3) You have undoubtedly noticed that demolition of the former dealership buildings is taking place. The developer has obtained a permit to take down the old building for now, however, this does not mean that the developer has approval to move forward with the planned retail complex.
4) Congratulations to Councilor Jaye Robinson who has been sworn in as the new councilor for Ward 25, Don Valley West. She has previously voiced her concern about the proposed development and we are looking forward to working with her. We hope to meet with her shortly to discuss the re-zoning application that is now in front of the city.
We will continue to need your support to fight this application. Thank you to the many residents who have already donated money for the cause. The funds has been deposited in our bank account so that they are available once we need to engage professional help to fight the application. We will let you know as soon as we know the date for public re-zoning meeting.
Thank you,
The Residents Working Group
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