Stop the squatters
We don't allow cottages to be built on crown land why are they allowed in our waterways
This shouldn't even be a discussion
How about hydraulic fluid from there rams leaking into the lakes
Sewage and grey water how is that treated
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The proposal looks good provided that Transport Canada rules that designate the floating home as a "vessel" do not supersede this regulation, in affect ignoring the regulation.
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I am in support of FOCA's response which encourages the proposed exclusions, whereby floating accommodations or float homes are not considered as “camping units” and thus, cannot be placed and used for overnight accommodation on water over public land.
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NO floating accommodations of any type anywhere without propulsion. Propulsion must be greater than 50HP for the vessel to not be considered floating accommodation. Further, 300 meters away from the shore must be increased to 1,000 meters for any live-aboard craft.
The removal or reduction of restrictions on floating cottages/ residences should not happen. If anything they should be strengthened. The privacy of Cottage and homeowners who own land should be protected.
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Hopefully that floating barge on Glouster Pool will be removed permanently. I see they are building more units in Port Severn.
No taxes or permits.
How is this possible. Plus how grey water is being dumped in lake.
I support the general description of the provincial proposal.
I think there should be requirements by the province that floating accommodations are governed by Transport Canada and as such must be inspected and approved for use by TC.
We pay a lot of money for our piece of of paradise. We work hard to keep it as well. For people to encroach on that is concerning and frustrating. I am a 3 generation cottager, my family has had our land for over 100 years.
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I have been a cottage owner on an inland lake in Muskoka for over 60 years. I have seen lots of activity on the water over my lifetime and I can honestly say each year its worse. There is dwindling respect for the land and the waterway that we are truly blessed to have.
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GBA April 10, 2023 submission on ERO 019-6590: Proposal to amend Ontario Regulation 161/17 to the Public Lands Act to change the requirements related to floating accommodations
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I support the proposals to amend Ontario Regulation 161/17 (O. Reg. 161/17) under the Public Lands Act described in ERO 019-6590 posted by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry on February 24, 2023.
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Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on behalf of the Lake of Bays Association (“LOBA”) regarding the Proposal to amend Ontario Regulation 161/17 to the Public Lands Act to not allow floating accommodations to be used for overnight accommodation on water over public land.
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I am very disappointed that the Ministry has removed most of the conditions. If the concern was the environment, the 21 day limit on waterways must be reduced even if it is to 14 days.
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I do not support any incremental bans on how public bodies of water can be used. In a province with thousands of lakes, creating an overarching rule of this nature will negatively impact people who are seeking to enjoy the many benefits of living on the water.
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It is critical that the proposed changes that have been withdrawn be brought back: "The following proposals have been removed and are no longer under consideration: reducing the number of days that a person can camp on water at one location in each calendar year from 21 days to 7 days, increasing th
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Dear Public Input Coordinator,
I am attaching a letter from the Muskoka Lakes Association with comments on ERO 019-6590 Ontario Regulation 161/17 concerning floating accommodations on waterways over Ontario's public lands.
Sincerely,
Erla McCaig
General Manager
Muskoka Lakes Association
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We are property owners and tax payers in Beaverstone Bay, near Killarney, Ontario and definitely do not want floating accommodations in our area! They are not only an eyesore but an infringement on our privacy and a potential environmental hazard.
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