Timmins Council to Deliberate Zoning By-law Adjustment on MacLean Drive

The City of Timmins Council is scheduled to discuss the removal of a Holding Provision from a zoning by-law concerning land on MacLean Drive. This discussion will take place at the council meeting on January 14, 2025.

The land involved is identified as Plan M12C, East Part of Lot 1, Part Unnamed Street and RP 6R8740, Parts 3 and 4, Parcel 11013 SEC, situated in Mountjoy Township, City of Timmins. Currently, this land does not have an assigned municipal address.

The proposed action involves removing a Holding Provision (H) from zoning by-law 2011-7100. This is being considered under Section 36(4) of the Planning Act, which permits such changes when specific conditions are met or deemed unnecessary.

Holding Provisions are typically used in zoning by-laws to delay development until certain conditions, such as infrastructure improvements or environmental assessments, are fulfilled. The removal of this provision suggests that the City Council believes these conditions have been satisfied or are no longer required.

Residents and interested parties are encouraged to attend the council meeting or stay informed through updates from the City of Timmins. This meeting will allow for public input and discussion regarding the potential impacts of the zoning change.