London city council praised one developer on Tuesday night, while slapping another on the wrist.
Councillors praised Tricar for their willingness to work with residents at 19 King Street after they voiced concerns about noise at one of their two proposed developments on York Street.
Residents were concerned about the potential for noise from a proposed patio that would be located at 330 Thames Street which overlooks Ivey Park.
The plans were changed and both developments at 32-40 York Street were approved by council by a 12-1 vote.
“I think this really speaks to the proponent’s commitment to creating a more livable downtown, not only for their residents but for their neighbours also,” said ward 13 councillor Tanya Park, whose ward includes the downtown. “I know I’m known for putting people’s feet to the fire but I think this proponent in particular has done a really good job of reaching across and hearing concerns and really addressing them,” she said.
While Tricar was praised, Barvest Realty was criticized by city politicians.
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Council shot down a request to hold another public participation meeting to discuss a proposed development at 58 Sunningdale Road West by Barvest.
The developer appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in July after they say council took too long to make a decision on their draft plans.
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A public participation meeting was held last November and there was a motion to hold another one, but it was shot down by an 8-6 vote.
Ward 11 councillor Stephen Turner argued they’ve already had their chance to speak.
“I have a really hard time with us giving them with us giving them another kick at the can. They had the opportunity to present their arguments and their discussions and their points at the November meeting and they chose not to,” he said.
Residents are against Barvest’s desire to expand commercial space in their proposed subdivision.
In the end, council decided to advise the OMB about their objection to the developer’s plans.
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