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The Lucknow Sentinel, 2014-08-13, Page 66 Lucknow Sentinel • Wednesday, August 13, 2014 Huron -Kinloss Council Valerie Gillies Editor, Lucknow Sentinel The Plannig Advisory Committee and Committee of Adjustment meetings were held on July 28, 2014 and the General Committee Meeting on August 6. Rezoning of Agricultural Property Roger and Vicky Morrison have applied for a rezoning of the property at 760 Bruce Road 86 to better reflect past and future uses for the prop- erty. The "Special with Hold- ing" zoning that had been placed on the property 15 110 longer needed. The application is to rezone the property as 'AG - 105 -General Agriculture Special,"AG' for agricultural and 'EP' for environmental protection. The proposal is to create a commercial zone to accom- modate 3 1/2 acres which will include upgrades to the existing building, parking and a lawn.This would per- mit farm tours, a farm mar- ket, an event centre with a commercial kitchen for cooking classes, food prepa- rations for the cafe or to cater weddings or other events. A health and beauty spa will be added. There is only a moderate increase in traffic antici- pated, therefore no chages need to be made to the county road access and laneway. Council accepted the rec- ommendation of Bruce County that the rezoning be approved and commended the Morrisons for taking on the project as a welcome addition to the area business services. Zoning By -Law Ammendment Kevin and Cathy Ackert have applied for rezoning a portion of their property at 2349 Bruce Road 6 to permit the use of the existing barn for livestock. A portion of the farm lies within the hamlet of Holy - rood while the rest remains in agricultural zoning. The barn had been used for live- stock in the past, however the legal non-conformance with existing by-laws needs to be recognized as the best solution for this particular property. Council accepted the Bruce County recommenda- tion to approve the zoning ammendment. It was clari- fied that once this happens, the zoning will not be removed unless there is an application for change. The stipulation for the owners is that the use cannot change or expand as this would con- travene the intent of this ammendment. Neighbours of the Ackerts were present and voiced their pleasure at seeing agricul- tural buildings being brought back into use as originally intended, adding that having livestock on the farm will make it "more homey'! Bylaw Ammendment for Cottage Residence Doug and Carolyn McLel- lan have applied for and Ammendment to allow them to upgrade the residences on their property at 613 Lake- side Trail. At present there are 2 cot- tages on the property that had originally been 2 sepa- rate properties. The McLel- lans wish to take one of the cottages down and replace it with a newer residence. In doing this there would be major upgrades to the exist- ing septic systems and the cottage would be set back further on the lot. There is also a garage in the applica- tion asking permission to add a 2nd story for storate. The residences would not be for rental, but would be used as residential for the COMING SOON • BRAND NEW HOMETOWN HARVEST Featuring everything Agriculture and our Rural Roots. Advertisers To be a part of this upcoming special feature, contact your local Sun Media Sales Representative. Booking Deadline • 2p.m. August 27. owners while allowing their family accommodation to visit. Bruce County recom- mended that the Township accept the changes as, even though it is is direct contra- vention of the by-law to have 2 residences on the same property, the proposed improvements would actu- ally be advantageous to the Township and County in the future should more develop- ment occur. It would make it possible for the road to be maintained with the proper setbacks for the buildings and the septic systems would be brought up to code. As there has already been the 2 cottages and garage on the property there are no extra environmental impacts, as any that would come up have already occurred. Council accepted the County recommendation. It was agreed by Council that, although it can be very dan- gerous to contravene bylaws and set precedences, this particular case just had too many positives going for- ward for the Township and County that it would be in the best interest of all to all this ammendment. Minor Variance Granted A minor variance was also granted to Grey Ox Acres Inc. for 318 Grey Ox Avenue. The variance allows constructing an addition to the existing barn to use the existing liq- uid feeding system and high moisture silos. County recommended accepting this application. Council had questions about extra wear and tear on the roads, but were assured that this would not be as much of an issue as takes place when heavy feed trucks are involved as the feed is stored on the lot. As well, the extension is on the side of the building opposite the nearest neighbour, keep- ing impacts at a minimum. Council advised that the last date for anyone in oppo- sition to appeal this would be August 18, therefore no building permit would be issued before that date. Harold Tuck The residents from Braemar Retirement Home enjoyed watching the Homecoming Parade in Wingham on Satuday, August 2, 2014. ADVERTISING WORKS! 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