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Neighbours and Owner Reach LPAT Settlement Re: 315B Aberdeen Avenue

By Joey Coleman | January 13, 2021

The deal will allow a two-storey detached home in the alleyway, but with conditions of title and privacy protections for neighbours to the west of 315B

LPAT Holding Case Management Conference on Site-Specific CMZ Appeals

McMaster University Launches New LPAT Appeal Against City of Hamilton Over 1190 Main Street West

City of Hamilton Backs Down on Requirements for Pickup Truck Parking in New Developments

LPAT Appeal at 600 James Street North to Be Held in Feb 2021 with Three Parties, Twelve Participants

Merulla tells TheSpec Integrity Commissioners Dismissed Latest Complaint Involving Him Threatening People

By Joey Coleman, Editor | October 4, 2020

Merulla’s latest threats come 14-months after he threatened a CHCH journalist for airing footage of his behaviour during a Council meeting.
The IC did not complete an investigation of that incident either.

The Show Goes On (Safely): Free Admission for Hamilton's 2020 Mum Show

By Joey Coleman, Editor | September 21, 2020

The 2020 Mum Show is the 100th year for the popular event, running from October 23 to November 1. Plans to mark the 100th anniversary are delayed until after COVID.

Notes from the Development Industry Liaison Committee for September 21, 2020

By Joey Coleman, Editor | September 21, 2020

In a short meeting, Hamilton’s planning community and city staff reveal some tensions as transportation engineering review backlogs grow at City Hall.

Hamilton Heritage Committee Recommends Designation of Royal Connaught

By Joey Coleman, Editor | September 17, 2020

The process of designation took over a decade, with City Council initiating the process in April 2008 – shortly after the hotel closed and the building entered into receivership.

City Hall and Homebuilders Reach Deal on New Urban Comprehensive Zoning

By Joey Coleman, Editor | September 16, 2020

LPAT to conduct settlement hearing on October 15. Depending on the settlement, and the LPAT’s decision upon it, the new commercial & mixed-use zoning could be put into force-and-effect expect for a few site specific appeals.

Disband “Ineffective” Farmers Market Board Bogged Down by Vendor Reps: Consultant Says

By Joey Coleman, Editor | September 14, 2020

36-page report details serious problems with vendor representative behaviour, including a vendor rep who refuses to obey rules or pay fines.
Report calls for a new citizen led Board with only one vendor rep.

Hamilton City Council Doesn't Decide on Market COVID Rent Reductions

By Joey Coleman, Editor | September 14, 2020

Market vendors are requesting a rent reduction in line with the federal Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program, City Council says they need more info before voting on the $150,000 request.

Four Tall Buildings Proposed for Hamilton City Centre at 77 James Street North

By Joey Coleman, Editor | July 20, 2020

If it happens, the estimated $700-million redevelopment of the Hamilton City Centre site will be the largest Downtown Hamilton construction project in 30 years.

McMaster's Main West Student Housing Project Clears LPAT Hurdle: Final Approval Imminent

By Joey Coleman, Editor | July 20, 2020

City Council approved the development in October 2019, but McMaster had already appeal to the LPAT.

City Hall Says Development Delays Caused by COVID Causing Delay in Development Fees Collection

By Joey Coleman, Editor | July 9, 2020

The City originally forecast to collect $106-million in development charges for 2020.
As of June 30, the City has only collected $30-million. The decrease is primarily related to COVID development delays, Zegarac said. 

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