URGENT: SEND AN EMAIL TO ELECTED OFFICIALS
Please send the email provided advising your opposition to this development application before Feb. 28th
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1:
Copy and paste all of the email addresses below into the “To” field of your email:
annl@haltonhills.ca
jbrass@haltonhills.ca
jracinsky@haltonhills.ca
clarks@haltonhills.ca
janef@haltonhills.ca
malbano@haltonhills.ca
ahilson@haltonhills.ca
cgarneau@haltonhills.ca
rnorris@haltonhills.ca
BobInglis@haltonhills.ca
dkeene@haltonhills.ca
JeffMa@haltonhills.ca
jmcmulkin@haltonhills.ca
Step 2:
Copy and paste the email address below into the “CC” field of your email; it will help the GWCA track how many residents have sent the letter:
glenwilliamscommunityassoc@gmail.com
Step 3:
Copy and paste the following into the “subject line” of your email:
Objection to Proposal for a Development including Townhomes in Glen Williams
Step 4:
Copy and paste the letter content to the right into your email, starting at “To:” down to “Ward:”. Feel free to tweak the content if you like – but it’s not necessary; the content covers the points the Town Council and Town Staff need to know relative to key points of opposition to the development application as filed.
Step 5:
Go to the very bottom of the message and add your name, full address and the Ward you live in (Ward 2 if you live in The Glen). To look up your Ward on the Town of Halton Hills website, click here.
Step 6:
Hit send
Thank you for standing up for The Glen!
To:
Madam Mayor Ann Lawlor
Ward 2 Councillors: Jason Brass, Joseph Racinsky
Regional Councillors: Clark Somerville, Jane Fogal
Ward 1 Councillors: Mike Albano, Alex Hilson
Ward 3 Councillors: Chantal Garneau, Ron Norris
Ward 4 Councillors: Bob Inglis, D’Arcy Keene
Director of Development Review, Planning & Development Department: Jeff Markowiak
Planner – Development Review, Planning & Development Department: John McMulkin
Objection to Proposal for a Development including Townhomes in Glen Williams
[ Plan Submitted by Eden Oak on December 6, 2024 Including Request for: Official Plan Amendment (OPA), Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA), and Draft Plan of Subdivision (DPS) Applications – 159 Confederation Street, Town of Halton Hills (Glen Williams)]
Dear Madam Mayor, Councillors and Planning Staff,
I am a resident of Glen Williams; I am writing to express my strong opposition to the development proposal submitted by Eden Oak for 159 Confederation St. The proposed plan is in direct violation of the approved provisions of the Glen Williams Secondary Plan (GWSP) and poses a significant threat to the unique character and historical nature of our community.
Below are the primary concerns regarding the proposed development:
1/ Non-compliance with the GWSP: The plan includes the construction of 81 townhouses and one single-detached home, despite the GWSP explicitly prohibiting townhouses in Glen Williams.
2/ Excessive housing density: The proposed density of 21 units per hectare is nearly 400% higher than the maximum density of 5 units per hectare permitted by the GWSP. This represents a 420% increase in allowable density, which is unacceptable and entirely inconsistent with the GWSP.
3/ Significant variances to zoning requirements: The proposal requests substantial reductions to the space and setback requirements mandated by the GWSP and Town rules, as outlined below:
| Min. lot frontage | Min. lot area | Min. required front yard | Min. required rear yard | Min. required interior side yard | Min. required exterior side yard | Max. height | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zoning requirement | 30.0m | 0.1ha | 4.5m | 7.5m | 2.25m | 4.5m | 11.0m |
| Proposed | 7.2m | 0.02ha | 4.5m | 4.2m | 1.5m | 1.5m | 11.5m |
| Variance | 4x reduction | 5x reduction | 0 | 44% reduction | 33% reduction | 66% reduction | 4.5% increase |
The proposed construction of townhouses and the increased density is totally inconsistent with the existing character and style of established homes in the Glen. If the plan as tabled is approved, it will forever alter the unique historical nature of the Glen.
4/ Incompatibility with the character of Glen Williams: The construction of townhouses and the significant increase in density are entirely inconsistent with the existing character and style of homes in Glen Williams.
Approving this plan would irreversibly alter the unique and historical identity of our community.
5/ Additional concerns: The proposed development raises serious concerns regarding traffic congestion, pedestrian safety, and environmental impact. It is my understanding that the Glen Williams Community Association (GWCA) will be providing detailed feedback on these matters. Concerned Citizens is aligned with the concerns outlined by the GWCA and support the need for the following actions.
Request for action:
I strongly urge Council and Planning Department to:
- Uphold the provisions of the Glen Williams Secondary Plan.
- Oppose the Eden Oak proposal to build 81 townhouses.
- Commit to opposing the plan at the Ontario Land Tribunal, if necessary.
The residents of Glen Williams rely on our elected officials and planning staff to protect the integrity of our community. Approval of this proposal would set a dangerous precedent and undermine public trust in the Town’s commitment to its own policies and plans.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
With concern,
Name:
Address:
Ward: (add here – Ward 2 if you live in the Glen)