Committee of Adjustment: Notice of Minor Variance Application

The Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Penetanguishene will hold an electronic public hearing to consider a Minor Variance application under Section 45 of the Planning Act.

Meeting Details:

• Date: Monday, February 23, 2026
• Time: 7:00 p.m.
• Location: Electronic meeting via Microsoft Teams

Property Location:

• 53 Church Street, Penetanguishene

Proposal
The application proposes the construction of a new single detached dwelling with an additional dwelling unit within the main building. The requested variance would allow the additional dwelling unit to have a larger floor area than currently permitted by the Zoning By-law.

Requested Variance

• Permit an additional dwelling unit with a gross floor area of 86% (91.5 m²) of the principal dwelling
• Whereas the maximum permitted is 45% (48.4 m²)

How to Participate or Provide Comments
Written comments are encouraged and should be submitted by February 18, 2026, although comments will be accepted up until the time of the meeting.

For information on how to participate in the electronic meeting, or to obtain additional details about the application, please contact:

Owen Taylor, Planner
otaylor@penetanguishene.ca
705‑549‑7453 ext. 251

Decision Notice
If you wish to be notified of the Committee’s decision, a written request must be submitted to the Town of Penetanguishene.