January 31st, 1977

Alderman Laking, Chairman of the Planning & Zoning Committee, then
advised that the Zoning By-law was re-written for the Most part so that
it would be easier to interpret; however, two new zones have been included —
one for duplex use and the other for smaller residential lots (4,000
square feet in area).

The Planning Officer spoke to the proposed new Zoning By~law, and
advised that the text thereof has not been altered in any significant
way from that of the present Zoning By-law, except where it was found to
be misleading, inadequate, or outdated; however, the format of the new
By~law has been changed so that it will be easier to understand and
administer. The Planning Officer then briefly spoke to the new duplex
and small lot zones and several other modifications made to increase
land use.

On invitation of Mayor Campbell, Mr. Al Robinson, 3075 Chester
Street, inquired how front yard setbacks are measured, and the Planning
Officer advised the distance is calculated from the front property line
to the foundation wall.

A resident of Westwood Street inquired whether there would be any
change in the M-1 (Industrial Zone) to permit housing facilities on such
properties for nightwatchmen, and the Planning Officer advised that
while it was not intended to make any change to the Industrial area, the
present regulations do allow for this type of situation - depending on
the use of the property.

Mr. Ed Wallis, 1591 Lincoln Avenue, inquired as to what areas of
the City are being considered for small lot zoning, and the Planning
Officer advised that while a policy has not as yet been established,
such zones may be located in older areas of the City where re-development
is anticipated; also, where a "mixed" type of housing already exists.

Mr. Lou Dubois, 1964 Connaught Drive, inquired regarding the required
60' street width where 20' front yard setbacks are permitted, and the

Planning Officer advised this is to be consistent with the distance

between houses on opposite sides of the streat, as where the street
width is 50', the required front yard setbacks are 25',

Mr. A.R. Barnes, 1455 Victoria Drive, then spoke in support of his
letter referred to earlier this evening, and stated his objection at

being "locked in" to single family residential zoning, which would

prevent him from exploring other means of developing his property, and

Alderman Laking invited him to discuss his situation wlth the Planning &