This notice is for informational purposes only. There is no requirement to consult on this initiative on the Environmental Registry of Ontario. Learn more about the types of notices on the registry.
Why consultation isn't required
Part II of the Environmental Bill of Rights Act, 1993 does not apply to proposal to amend or revoke a Minister's Zoning Order under subsection 47(8) of the Planning Act.
Bulletin details
The lands subject to this amendment are municipally known as 3505 Westney Road, Hamlet of Greenwood, in the City of Pickering and located on the south-east corner of Concession Road 6 and Westney Road North. The lands are legally described as Part of Lot 10, Concession 5, designated as Part 2 on Reference Plan 40R9526.
The subject lands are identified within the Minister's Zoning Order, filed as Ontario Regulation 102/72, which was enacted in 1972 to protect lands for a potential future Pickering Airport. The Zoning Order generally only permits low impact land uses including agricultural uses, and accessory buildings, and structures that will be used to support the primary agricultural operations.
The effect of the amendment would be permit the conversion of an existing basement into an additional residential unit. The purpose of the amendment is to facilitate more than one dwelling on one lot.
A copy of approved amendment, Ontario Regulation 156/25 can be found on e-laws at: https://www.ontario.ca/laws.
Other Information
Section 47(8) of the Planning Act allows the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to amend or revoke a Minister’s Zoning Order.
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Toronto,
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