20 Sandringham Drive - Representation at a Local Planning Appeal Tribunal hearing - by Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow

In a report from the Director, Community Planning, North York District dated March 13, 2017, Community Planning staff recommended the Committee refuse the Application. The Application does not respect and reinforce the existing physical character of the neighbourhood and could lead to similarly configured severance applications, weakening the physical character of the neighbourhood. Staff concluded that the Application did not meet the intent of Section 51(24)(f) of the Planning Act (addressing dimensions and shapes of lots), the Official Plan, and the Zoning By-Laws. The matter was appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board (as it then was), and was subsequently adjourned indefinitely. The Applicant has completed additional studies, and the hearing will be rescheduled at the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal. Previously, City Council's instructions (MM31.38, adopted July 4, 2017) did not include authorization for the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants or to negotiate a settlement. If adopted, this Motion would give the City Solicitor that authority.

3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the appeal and, if a resolution is reached, to settle the appeal at the City Solicitor's discretion, and in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.