Interim Control By-law 25-2020
On February 24, 2020, Oshawa City Council considered Report DS-20-43 dated February 19, 2020 and adopted the following recommendation:
“1. That, pursuant to Report DS-20-43 dated February 19, 2020, staff be directed to undertake a land use study to review the appropriateness of the current GI (General Industrial) zoning within portions of the Northwood Business Park.
2. That, pursuant to Report DS-20-43 dated February 19, 2020, an appropriate Interim Control By-law be passed pursuant to Section 38 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13 to prohibit development in the current GI (General Industrial) zoning within portions of the Northwood Business Park for a period of one (1) year, in a form and content generally reflecting the By-law comprising Attachment 3 to said Report.”
The Interim Control By-law (I.C.B.) 25-2020 applies to all lands in the Northwood Business Park that are zoned GI (General Industrial), including Special Conditions. These consist of the following two sites:
- The northern portion of 918 Taunton Road West; and,
- A portion of 1455, 1515 and 1517 Thornton Road North.
Relevant Documents
The following is a list of documents that relate to the I.C.B.:
Land Use Study
Terms of Reference |
The purpose of the Land Use Study is to review the appropriateness of the GI (General Industrial) zones within the Northwood Business Park. The key tasks of the Land Use Study include:
- Reviewing the relevant Provincial Policies, Regional policies, the O.O.P. and Zoning By-law 60-94 and existing and planning land uses in the area.
- Reviewing relevant Local Planning Appeal Tribunal decisions.
- Consulting with the Region of Durham and other appropriate agencies and departments.
- Reviewing the history of Northwood including a review of all existing studies.
- Making recommendations, as necessary, for amendments to the City’s existing land use planning policies and zoning regulations to more effectively guide any future development on the lands currently zoned GI (General Industrial) in Northwood.
- Holding one public open house to obtain public input.
- Development Services Committee and Council will consider the final study and, as necessary, direct staff to process appropriate amendments to the O.O.P. and Zoning By-law 60-94 pursuant to the Planning Act (e.g. public meeting, pass By-laws, appeal period, etc.).
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Virtual Public Open House and Community Input |
Community members are invited to view a virtual presentation and provide input on the Land Use Study by completing a feedback form online on Connect Oshawa at www.connectoshawa.ca/NorthwoodLandUseStudy. Community members who prefer to complete the feedback form in another format are asked to call Service Oshawa at 905-436-3311 during regular business hours to complete the feedback questions over the phone.
Feedback on the Land Use Study will be received until October 15, 2020 and will be considered in a future report to the Development Services Committee and Council to present a final Land Use Study and associated recommendation.
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Important Dates |
The following are important dates related to the Land Use Study:
- February 24, 2020 – I.C.B. 25-2020 was passed by City Council and came into effect.
- September 16, 2020 to October 5, 2020 – Virtual public open house
- May 31, 2021 – I.C.B. 25-2020 expiry date.
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Frequently Asked Questions |
What is an interim control by-law? |
An I.C.B. is a tool available to Ontario municipalities under Section 38 of the Planning Act. An I.C.B. places a temporary hold on the development of certain lands while a municipality is studying or reviewing its land use policies. The temporary hold can only be imposed for a period of one (1) year, with a maximum extension of one (1) additional year. Once an I.C.B. is no long in effect, a subsequent I.C.B. may not be imposed on the same effected lands for a period of three (3) years.
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Provincial suspension of certain legislative timelines, the I.C.B. period has been extended to August 24, 2021.
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Who is conducting the Land Use Study?
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The Land Use Study is being completed by City staff with input from the public and key stakeholders. |
How do I receive notification of future reports and/or decisions on this matter? |
If you wish to be added to the Notification List for this matter, please contact Victoria White at 905-436-3311, extension 2945 or by email to [email protected]. |
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