The City has posted a draft zoning bylaw amendment that proposes to make certain changes to additional residential unit regulations, and to other regulations for development near-campus including in our neighbourhood. The changes are not final and are subject to approval by City Council’s Planning Committee and city council.

The proposed amendments are at: https://london.ca/business-development/planning-development-applications/planning-applications/city-wide-5-bedroom-0

Here is an explanation of the proposed changes. We are seeking additional information from city staff.

The public participation meeting before City Council’s Planning Committee has already been scheduled for January 30th to start no earlier than 1 pm. The staff report to this Committee of Council will be available around the 23rd and will be circulated to you along with an estimate of when the matter will be heard. You can appear in person at City Hall or via Zoom if you wish to speak to the proposal.

If you wish your comments to be seen by members of the Planning Committee, you should write them to pec@london.ca with a request that they appear on the meeting agenda regarding File: OZ-9661.

Your request should be sent no later than January 12th with a copy to the city planner writing the report bcoveney@london.ca – unfortunately, this is how the City’s process works – you have to comment before you see the final report.