33 Morse Street - Application for Fence Exemption

The Applicant for 33 Morse Street is requesting an exemption for; - Proposed increase to existing fence. - Increased height of existing fence from 2m to proposed height of 2.8m. - Fence constructed with pressure treated wood, identical to existing fence. Municipal Licensing and Standards Division has inspected the subject property and issued a notice of violation of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447-1.2B(1). The property complied with the violation notice and then applied for a fence exemption. The applicant has indicated that the proposed fence height is intended to create a visual barrier in response to a spotlight and surveillance camera installed on the neighbouring property. According to the applicant, these installations contribute to an ongoing interpersonal conflict, which they describe as "escalating" and "making life unbearable." The applicant is seeking to construct the taller fence in order to ensure privacy and peace for themselves and their household.