LONDON — Zelinka Priamo Ltd., on behalf of Omni Developments, has submitted a proposal to the City of London for a Zoning By-law Amendment to allow a mixed townhouse development at 1458 Huron Street.
The proposed development includes a total of 22 residential units comprised of conventional and back-to-back two-storey townhouses while retaining and converting the existing heritage dwelling into a two-unit residence.
The site spans approximately 0.35 hectares (0.86 acres), and the proposed development promises to introduce a harmonious blend of heritage and modern living.
Parking convenience is paramount, with 23 spaces thoughtfully allocated, including one dedicated accessible Type ‘A’ space, ensuring accessibility for all.
The existing building, which will be retained and converted into a two-unit dwelling, will be situated with a front yard setback of 3.2 metres after road widening, a rear yard depth of 6.0 metres, and side yard depths of 3.0 metres.
The proposed development aims to intensify the subject lands with two 2-storey townhouse buildings, each containing four units: an eight-unit, 2-storey back-to-back townhouse building and a four-unit, 2-storey back-to-back townhouse building.
The back-to-back townhouse buildings are strategically positioned along the Huron Street frontage, flanking the existing heritage dwelling.
The conventional townhouse buildings are planned for the northern end of the property, providing adequate rear and side yards for private amenity space and landscaping buffers.
An agreement is being finalized with the City of London to use the surplus lands at 39 Redwood Lane as an access point to the development, as direct access to Huron Street is not supported.
The 39 Redwood Lane parcel will provide a 6.7-metre two-lane driveway and a 1.8-metre pedestrian sidewalk leading to a centrally located parking area.
The proposed parking provision meets the City of London’s requirement of one space per townhouse unit, ensuring adequate on-site parking.
The current zoning for the subject lands is “Residential (R1-4)”, which permits single-detached dwellings but not townhouses.
Therefore, a Zoning By-law Amendment is requested to re-zone the subject lands to a site-specific “Residential (R6-5(_))” Zone with special provisions to accommodate the proposed development.
These special provisions include a minimum front yard setback of 3.2 metres after road widening dedication, a maximum density of 63 units per hectare (UPH), a minimum interior side yard setback of 3.0 metres, and the additional permitted use of converted dwellings.
Furthermore, buildings with windows to habitable rooms will have an interior side yard setback of 3.0 metres.
The proposed density of 63 UPH exceeds the standard maximum density of 60 UPH for the R5-7 zone.
However, the site plan demonstrates that the proposed density is appropriate, with adequate parking, setbacks, landscaped open space, and lot coverage.
The proposed development by Omni Developments represents a significant intensification of the subject lands at 1458 Huron Street, contributing to the city’s housing stock while maintaining the heritage character of the existing building.
The development will provide a mix of residential options with convenient access and sufficient amenities aligned with the city’s growth and urban planning objectives.
Comment Disclaimer:
The views and opinions expressed in the comments section of this blog are solely those of the individuals who submit them and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or beliefs of the author or the website owner. We do not endorse or support any comments that may be offensive, discriminatory, or harmful in nature.
We encourage open and respectful discussions and welcome diverse perspectives. However, it is important to remember that comments are the personal opinions of the commenters and not official representations of our stance or values. We reserve the right to moderate or remove comments that violate our comment policy or that we deem inappropriate.
Please engage in discussions with courtesy and respect for one another, keeping in mind that differing opinions can coexist in a constructive manner. Thank you for being a part of our community and for helping to maintain a positive and inclusive environment.
