Administration said direct control zoning is appropriate given the site’s unique conditions, while the landowner indicated the change would allow for a single-family dwelling and shop within a limited developable area.
Council approved the bylaw unanimously.
The council also approved Bylaw 4871-2026, an administrative land title designation change related to existing flood mitigation berms.
The bylaw redesignates the affected lands as public utility lots to reflect the infrastructure’s use and maintenance needs, with administration saying the change does not affect zoning, public access or adjacent properties.
Following the public hearings, the council also passed Bylaw 4869-2026, reducing the fee for dishonoured payments from $44 to $10 effective April 1, 2026.
The change aligns with upcoming federal regulations capping non-sufficient funds fees and is expected to reduce city revenue by about $45,000 annually.
Another item on the agenda that the council discussed was sending a proposed whistleblower policy back to administration for revisions after raising concerns about definitions and scope, with a revised version expected to return by April 20.
A proposal related to urban hens has been deferred to the April 7 council meeting to allow for additional information.
The decision comes as councillors requested further details on regulatory requirements, enforcement considerations and potential impacts on neighbouring properties before making a decision.
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