KITCHENER, December 2024 — A minor variance application has been submitted for the proposed construction of a detached dwelling at 171 Otterbein Road, located in the Grand River North neighbourhood. The property is at the intersection of Otterbein Road and Dunnigan Drive and is currently vacant.
Key Proposal Details
The property is designated “Low Rise Residential” in Kitchener’s Official Plan and zoned “Low Rise Residential Four Zone (RES-4)” under Zoning By-law 2019-051.
The applicant has requested the following variances to facilitate the project:
- Corner Lot Width:
- Proposed: 12.5 metres.
- Required: 12.8 metres.
- Rear Yard Setback:
- Proposed: 4.0 metres.
- Required: 7.5 metres.
Purpose of the Variances
The requested variances aim to:
- Accommodate driveway orientation, previously approved for its alignment with nearby traffic considerations, including a nearby roundabout.
- Adjust the corner lot width to meet updated standards under Zoning By-law 2019-051.
Planning Review and Compliance
City planning staff have reviewed the application and confirmed that:
- The requested variances meet all four tests under the Planning Act.
- The proposed development aligns with the Official Plan and Zoning By-law objectives.
- No adverse impacts are anticipated on the surrounding area.
Next Steps
The application will be reviewed at the Committee of Adjustment meeting on December 10, 2024. If approved, this project will contribute to new residential development in the Grand River North neighbourhood.
