Deeply affordable and supportive housing provider Indwell had a busy Tuesday in Hamilton.
Posted inPlanning and Development
As Council Considers Hamilton Largest Ever Urban Boundary Expansions, They Want More Stringent Rules
Ontario’s Conservative government changed rules to allow private urban boundary expansions – Council must now vote on June 25 on two applications
Posted inBriefs, Planning and Development
Ancaster Woodlot to Housing Proposal Deferred to Future Planning Committee due to Public Notice Requirements
Plan to build 17 houses with the removal of 659 trees will now be considered at April 29 planning committee meeting
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Planning Committee Approves 42 Single-Detached Houses behind 204, 212, 220, and 226 Rymal Road West
Clr Craig Cassar notes higher-densities are likely to be built on a portion of the lands, and new residents should be aware of this.
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Joey’s Notepad: Nigeria Considering 2030 Commonwealth Games Bid
India is also interested in the 100th anniversary games as Ontario’s 905-Belt municipalities organize bids.
Posted inPlanning and Development
Hamilton Council to Implement Process for Evaluating Privately-Initiated Urban Boundary Expansions
City of Hamilton’s new process will require developers to provide justification for expansions, including providing the City will not suffer financial deficits.
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Plenty of Opposition to New Housing Sub-Division in Ancaster
Developer plans to convert woodlot to housing on Hamilton Drive at Highway 403. City staff say it meets Provincial planning requirements
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Hamilton Planning a Third Mid-Rise Residential Zone
The City of Hamilton is overhauling its outdated residential zoning bylaws to comply with Ontario’s Provincial Planning Statement.
Posted inCity Hall News
Hamilton Mayor’s Task Force Survey Finds 80% of Hamiltonians Do Not Trust City Hall
Mayor Horwath’s Task Force on Transparency, Accountability and Access final report calls for reforms, including the creation of an independent Ombudsperson’s Office.
Posted inDaybook
Hamilton City Hall Daybook for Monday, April 7, 2025
Two council meetings today: Selection Committee and Public Works.
No OLT hearings.
Parkways and Transit Fares on PW agenda.
And the roundup of TPR articles published this weekend.