GUELPH — A new residential development has been proposed for 302 and 306 Edinburgh Road South by 302 Edinburgh Inc. The project involves consolidating two parcels into eight individual lots to accommodate four semi-detached dwellings. This development aligns with Guelph’s goals for residential intensification in Low Density Residential areas.
Development Details
The proposed severances will create:
- Severed Parcels 1 and 2: Each with a 10.2-metre frontage, 48.7-metre depth, and area of 498 square metres.
- Severed Parcels 3 to 7: Each with an 8.3-metre frontage, 48.7-metre depth, and area of 406 square metres.
- Retained Parcel: With an 8.3-metre frontage, 48.7-metre depth, and area of 412 square metres.
A 3.0-metre-wide road widening along the site frontage will be dedicated to the City of Guelph, consistent with adjacent properties.
Zoning Compliance and Variances
The properties are zoned Residential RL.1 under Zoning By-law (2023)-20790, which permits semi-detached dwellings. However, minor variances are required due to sections of the by-law still under appeal. The project proposes the following changes:
- Garage Width: Increase the maximum width of attached garages to 50% of lot frontage or 5.0 metres, whichever is less.
- Driveway Coverage: Allow driveways to cover up to 60% of lot frontage or 5.0 metres, whichever is less.
- Garage Projection: Permit garages to project up to 2 metres beyond the main front wall when a roofed porch is included.
- Garage Floor Area: Reduce the minimum garage floor area to 20 square metres.
- Parking Spaces: Reduce the parking requirement to one space per unit.
- Additional Residential Dwelling Units (ADRU): Allow ADRUs in rear yards as part of the project.
Alignment with Guelph’s Official Plan
The proposal supports the City of Guelph’s Official Plan, which designates the area as Low Density Residential and promotes residential intensification. The plan endorses semi-detached housing as a compatible and efficient way to increase density while preserving the neighborhood’s character.
Approval Process
The development will be reviewed by the Committee of Adjustments on December 12, 2024. Approval of the requested variances would allow the project to proceed, pending resolution of by-law appeals.
