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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 (Vice Chair)
Robert Buckler 
Stephen Kerwin
 
Meeting Information *Please note that meeting schedule is subject to change
2021 Meeting Schedule 
Next Meeting: February 25, 2021
February 25, 2021 Agenda & Staff Reports
 
Public Participation
As a result of COVID-19, Vaughan City Hall and all other City facilities are closed to the public at this time.
Members of the public may view a live stream of a scheduled Committee of Adjustment  (electronic) meeting at Vaughan.ca/LiveCouncil
 
Public Written Submissions
Any person who supports or opposes an application, but is unable to attend the hearing, may make a written submission, together with reasons for support or opposition. Written submissions on an application will only be accepted until noon on the last business day prior to the day of the scheduled hearing. Written submissions can be mailed and/or emailed to:
 
City of Vaughan
Office of the City Clerk – Committee of Adjustment
2141 Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan, ON   L6A 1T1
cofa@vaughan.ca  
 
Public Deputations
During the COVID-19 emergency the Committee will be holding electronic meetings. Call in details will only be provided to those who have submitted a Public Deputation Form.
 
To make a deputation at the hearing complete and return the Public Depuation Form by noon on the last business day prior to the scheduled hearing. If you have any questions, please contact the Secretary Treasurer at 905-832-8585 Ext. 8332. Please email completed Public Deputation Form to 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. 
 
Public 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.
 
After your deputation is finished, the Committee may ask you questions or refer questions to City staff for further information.
 
How to Submit an Application During Office Closure (due to COVID-19 Emergency)
Please send electronic copy of submission to cofa@vaughan.ca for preliminary review prior to mailing hard copy submission and fee. For complete submission requirements please review the application forms below.

 
During the office closure, Consent & Minor Variance Applications can be submitted by mail or courier (drop off), together with required fee to:
 
Office of the City Clerk
c/o Committee of Adjustment
2141 Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan ON L6A 1T1
 
Application Forms 
Consent Application Form
Minor Variance Application Form

 
2021 Committee of Adjustment Fees * Subject to Change
 

Consent Fees (Section 53 & 57, Planning Act)

Application Fee

$3,759.00

Change of Conditions

$282.00

Re-Circulation (review) Fee

$2,783.00

Certificate of Official

$277.00

Adjournment Fee (Applicable after mailing of public notice)

$562.00

 

Minor Variance Fees (Section 45, Planning Act)

Application Fee (Residential/Agricultural/Institution)

$3,060.00

Application Fee (Industrial/Commercial)

$3,560.00

Re-Circulation Fee (Residential/Agricultural/Institution)

$1,476.00

Re-Circulation Fee (Industrial/Commercial)

$1,413.00

Adjournment Fee (Applicable after mailing of public notice)

$562.00

 

LPAT Fees

City of Vaughan Appeal Processing Fee

$866.00

LPAT Processing Fee * See Appellant Form

 
Note: All Committee of Adjustment Fees are HST Exempt
 

 Committee of Adjustment Documents

 
Type
  
Name
  
Modified
  
Folder: AGENDAS
AGENDAS
  
8/13/2020 3:43 PM
Folder: GENERAL DOCUMENTS
GENERAL DOCUMENTS
  
8/13/2020 3:26 PM
Folder: MEETING MINUTES
MEETING MINUTES
  
8/13/2020 1:18 PM
Folder: NOTICES OF DECISION
NOTICES OF DECISION
  
8/13/2020 3:00 PM
Folder: NOTICES OF HEARING
NOTICES OF HEARING
  
8/17/2017 11:09 AM
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 How to Search

 

​Looking for a particular application or property?  Try the Search Box found at the top of this page.  If you have a file number, enter it using quotes around it.  For example; "A001/16". 

Have a property address?  Again, using quotes, enter the street number and street name.  For example; "54 Arnold" - do not add the street type.

Looking for a particular document type?  Try entering the file number in quotes and then the document type.  For example, to find the decision for File A001/16 enter; "A001/16" decision.
 

 Contact Information

 

Office of the City Clerk

Phone: 905-832-8504

Email: clerks@vaughan.ca

Location:
Vaughan City Hall, Level 100
2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.
Vaughan, ON  L6A 1T1
 

 Related Links

 
  • Building Standards
  • By-law library
  • City Council
  • Committees and boards
  • Committees, Council agendas and minutes
  • Development Planning
  • Office of the City Clerk
  • Zoning By-law
 

 Additional Resources

 
  • Fees 2018-2020 - By-law 160-2017 (PDF)
  • Ontario Citizens’ Guides to Land-use Planning
  • Ontario Planning Act
  • Public Redaction Procedure (PDF)
  • Request for Decision Form (PDF)
  • Sample sign photos (PDF)
  • Sign Posting Instructions (PDF)
Page Content 2
​2020 Committee of Adjustment Agenda & Reports

 
January 14, 2021
February 4, 2021

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