Committee of Adjustment

COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT

The Committee of Adjustment has been appointed by Council to adjudicate applications for Minor Variance and Consent under the Planning Act.

The Ontario Planning Act establishes the authority of the Committee of Adjustment to make decisions on the following:

· consent to create an easement of right-of-way

· consent to register a mortgage over part of a property

· consent to register a lease over part of a lot for more than 21 years

· consent to split land into more than one lot

· consent to a technical conveyance (transferring property from one owner to another where the land was originally separated and has become joined)

· minor variances from the Zoning By-law

In addition to applicable legislation, the Committee is also governed by the Committee of Adjustment Procedural By-law.

Appointed Committee Members (2018 - 2022)

Adolfo Antinucci

Assunta (Sue) Perrella (Chair)

Hao (Charlie) Zheng

Robert Buckler

Stephen Kerwin (Vice Chair)

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MEETING INFORMATION

Please note that meeting schedule is subject to change

2022 Meeting Schedule

Committee of Adjustment hearings are being conducted electronically at this time as City Hall is closed to the public. Public comments can be submitted by email to cofa@vaughan.ca.

If you want to speak to the Committee on an application, please complete and email a Public Deputation Form to cofa@vaughan.ca by noon on the last business day prior to the scheduled hearing.

Upcoming Committee of Adjustment Agenda’s & Reports

January 20, 2022 - Agenda & Committee Reports

If you wish to view the live meeting please click here. Link will be activated at 6 p.m. on the day of the hearing.

Tips for Speaking at a Committee Meeting:

· Ensure you have all relevant documents and information about the matter you are speaking about.

· Introduce yourself before you start your deputation – provide your name and address.

· Highlight your key points related to the agenda item.

· Remember the time limit – you will have five minutes to speak.

· Larger groups or organizations should appoint a single representative to speak on behalf of everyone.

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DIRECTIONS ON HOW TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION

You must email a complete application form and required drawings/plans (see Application Forms below) for a preliminary review to coa.application@vaughan.ca

Please use Subject Line: “New COA Application – Your Property Address” when sending your email.

If you are sending large files, you may want to provide a link to the package using a cloud solution such as Google Drive or Dropbox as there is a limit to the size of emails staff can receive.

Please follow up within 5 business days if you do not receive confirmation that your application has been received.

Consent & Minor Variance Application forms and drawings/plans can also be sent by mail/courier or can be dropped off at City Hall, together with required fee to:

Office of the City Clerk

Committee of Adjustment

2141 Major Mackenzie Drive

Vaughan ON, L6A 1T1

After the preliminary review is complete, staff will provide direction on next steps (including payment) and required information.

APPLICATION FORMS

Consent Application Form

Drawing Plan Requirements – Consent

You require a consent application if you wish to:

Sever a lot / Adjust a lot boundary

Establish an easement

Partial discharge of mortgage

Long term lease (>21 years)

Validation of Title

Minor Variance Application Form

Drawing Plan Requirements – Minor Variance

If you require relief from the City’s Zoning By-law (1-88) to permit development on your property you may submit a minor variance application.

IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you review the submission requirements. Applications submitted without required information will experience delays in processing.

For more information on the Committee of Adjustment Process, including timing, please click here.

2022 COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FEES
*All fees are subject to change

Consent Fees (Section 53 & 57, Planning Act)
Application Fee	$3,875.00
Change of Conditions	$291.00
Re-Circulation (review) Fee	$2,870.00
Certificate of Official	$285.00
Adjournment Fee (Applicable after mailing of public notice)	$579.00

Minor Variance Fees (Section 45, Planning Act)
Application Fee (Residential/Agricultural/Institution)	$3,155.00
Application Fee (Industrial/Commercial)	$3,671.00
Re-Circulation Fee (Residential/Agricultural/Institution)	$1,521.00
Re-Circulation Fee (Industrial/Commercial)	$1,457.00
Adjournment Fee (Applicable after mailing of public notice)	$579.00

Appeal Fees - Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT)
City of Vaughan Appeal Processing Fee	$892.00
OLT Processing Fee

All Committee of Adjustment Fees are HST Exempt

For more information on the OLT Appeal process please email cofa@vaughan.ca

PUBLIC RECORD

All personal information collected because of this public meeting (including both written and oral submissions) is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), the Planning Act and all other relevant legislation, and will be used to assist in deciding on this matter. All personal information (as defined by MFIPPA), including (but not limited to) names, addresses, opinions and comments collected will become property of the City of Vaughan, will be made available for public disclosure (including being posted on the internet) and will be used to assist the Committee of Adjustment and staff to process this application.

If you have any questions, please contact the

Secretary Treasurer at 905-832-8585 Ext. 8332.

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