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The Nottawasaga OPP Detachment and Township of Essa are hosting an informative session for business and property owners to attend on January 27, 2025 at the Angus Recreation Centre (Arena). This session aims to provide provide practical advice and tools that will assist in safeguarding your home, property and business from theft and fire.
A Non-Statutory Public Meeting has been scheduled to take place in the Council Chambers at the Administration Centre located at 5786 County Road 21, Utopia, at approximately 6:00 pm on February 5, 2025, concerning a proposed Official Plan Amendment (OPA 47), Zoning By-law Amendment (Z15-23), and Site Plan Control Application (SP3-23), for the property known municipally as 8949 Smith Road.
Essa Township is hiring an Accounting Coordinator for its Treasury Department, responsible for accounts receivable/payable (including developer, fire, and parks/recreation), with backup payroll duties. A post-secondary background in Business or equivalent, plus at least one year of accounting experience, is required. Salary range: $49,349.24 – $58,067.08 (under review). Apply by 3:00 pm on January 31, 2025 to: apiskopos@essatownship.on.ca.
Notice of Public Meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment (Z2-25) The Township of Essa will hold a public meeting on February 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at 5786 County Rd 21 to discuss proposed zoning changes, including defining "In-law Suites" and updated lot coverage rules for ARUs. For details, contact ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca or (705) 424-9770 ext. 104.
Notice of Public Meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment (Z1-25) The Township of Essa will hold a public meeting on February 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at 5786 County Rd 21 to discuss proposed changes to the Zoning By-law, including rezoning properties, updated childcare definitions, and revisions to school parking standards. For details, contact ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca or (705) 424-9770 ext. 104.
Notice of Passing: Temporary Zoning By-law Amendment (Z3-24) The Township of Essa has passed By-law No. 2025-02 on January 15, 2025, temporarily rezoning 253 Barrie Street to permit a real estate office on the first floor of the existing home for up to three years, ending January 15, 2028. Appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) must be filed by February 5, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., along with the required fees. For details or to file an appeal, contact plan@essatownship.on.ca or call 705-424-9770.
Notice of the Passing of a Temporary Zoning By-Law Amendment No Z2-24 The Township of Essa passed By-law No. 2025-03 on January 15, 2025, introducing housekeeping changes to Zoning By-law 2003-50, affecting all lands within the Township. Appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) must be submitted by February 5, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., including required fees. Appeals can be filed via plan@essatownship.on.ca or the OLT E-Service portal. For more information, contact 705-424-9770 or plan@essatownship.on.ca.
A Minor Variance application for 100 Vernon Street seeks to allow an existing front yard entrance to an Additional Residential Unit, contrary to Zoning By-law 2003-50. The Committee of Adjustment will review the application on January 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Written comments and requests for notification of the decision can be sent to Owen Curnew at ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca. Issued: January 10, 2025.
Notice of Minor Variance Application – 6670 8th Line A Minor Variance application for 6670 8th Line seeks to allow a Detached Additional Residential Unit to be located 55 meters from the primary residence, exceeding the 30-meter maximum under Zoning By-law 2003-50. The Committee of Adjustment will review the application on January 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Written comments and requests for notification of the decision can be sent to Owen Curnew at ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca. Issued: January 10, 2025.