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North Perth, April 11, 2025 – The Municipality of North Perth is pleased to announce that 4-gas monitors are now available for loan at the North Perth Public Library’s (NPPL) three branches. These portable, handheld, battery-powered devices will be available to borrowers at no cost, equipped with step-by-step instructions on their usage.

The 4-gas monitors detect the presence of four critical gases: oxygen, carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, and combustible gases. They provide real-time gas level readings and emit alarms when unsafe gas levels are detected, offering an essential tool for safety in various environments, particularly those that are confined spaces.

NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment

TAKE NOTICE an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment has been received affecting the property described above. The application was deemed complete on April 7, 2025 pursuant to Section 34 (10.4) of the Planning Act in accordance with the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. O. Reg. 545/06 s. 5

Purpose and Effect: The subject application proposes to rezone a portion of the above-noted lands from Hamlet Village Residential (HVR) to Agriculture (A) and from Agricultural (A) to Hamlet Village Residential (HVR) to reflect the lot lines in severance application B30-24. The zone change will satisfy a condition of consent.

NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment

TAKE NOTICE an application for Zoning By-law Amendment has been received affecting the property described above. The application was deemed complete on April 7, 2025 pursuant to Section 34 (10.4) of the Planning Act in accordance with the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. O. Reg. 545/06 s. 5

Purpose and Effect: The subject application is intended to satisfy a condition of Consent File B12-25. The proposed retained lot is to be rezoned from Agriculture Zone (A) to Special Agriculture Zone (A-1) to permit a non-farm residential dwelling and associated accessory uses, buildings and structures.

TAKE NOTICE a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment application has been received affecting the property described above. The application was deemed complete on March 18, 2025 pursuant to Section 34 (10.4) of the Planning Act in accordance with the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. O. Reg. 545/06 s. 5

Purpose and Effect:

The applicant has submitted a Listowel Ward Official Plan Amendment to change the Official Plan Designation from Residential to Highway Commercial. An application for Zoning By-law Amendment has also been submitted to re-zone the subject lands from Special Future Development Zone (FD-7) to Special Highway Commercial Zone (C3-31). The subject applications will facilitate the development of an automobile sales and service establishment. The site is currently vacant and is used for overflow parking to support the neighbouring business.

The site-specific nature of the Zoning By-law Amendment is for the following relief:

·         To reduce the minimum lot frontage from 1,400 m² to 1,360 m²;

·         To reduce the minimum lot frontage from 45 m to 44 m;

·         To reduce the minimum front yard depth from 10.5 m to 3 m;

·         To reduce the minimum interior side yard width from 7.5 m to 3 m along the northern property line; and

·         To reduce the minimum rear yard depth from 6 m to 3 m.

Public input on applications is invited.  Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, the Committee of Adjustment for the Municipality of North Perth invites you to consider applications for minor variance and/or to forward written comments prior to the hearing. 

FILE NUMBER:                            MV 5-2025

RE: AN APPLICATION BY:          Eby, Ben

LOCATION OF PROPERTY:    Block 2, Plan 44M81, Listowel Ward, Municipality of North Perth (12 Malcolm Cres.)

PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: The subject application is proposing relief from Section 11.2A.4(c) to reduce the minimum interior side yard width of an interior unit from 3 m to 1 m, relief from Section 11.2.3 to reduce the minimum front yard depth for an interior unit from 6 m to 4.5 m and relief from Section 11.2.2 to reduce the minimum lot frontage per dwelling unit from 6 m to 3 m. The proposed variances will facilitate the construction of eight (8) townhouse bungalow units on the property.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING
April 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Municipality of North Perth
330 Wallace Ave N, Listowel ON N4W 1L3

Public input on applications is invited.  Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, the Committee of Adjustment for the Municipality of North Perth invites you to consider applications for minor variance and/or to forward written comments prior to the hearing. 

FILE NUMBER:                          MV 2-2025

RE: AN APPLICATION BY:        Steenbergen, James & Jeff

LOCATION OF PROPERTY:      Lot 8, Concession 11, Wallace Ward, Municipality of North Perth (5264 Line 91)

PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: To provide relief from Section 6.4.1 of the North Perth Zoning By-law of 49 m (160.8 ft) from the Minimum Distance Separation II (MDS II) calculated setback distance for a Type A land use; where 149 m (488.8 ft) is required and the applicant is proposing 100 m (328.1 ft) to allow for the expansion of a dairy barn operation.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING
April 15, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Municipality of North Perth
330 Wallace Avenue North, Listowel ON N4W 1L3

Public input on applications is invited.  Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, the Committee of Adjustment for the Municipality of North Perth invites you to consider applications for minor variance and/or to forward written comments prior to the hearing. 

FILE NUMBER:                          MV 4-2025

RE: AN APPLICATION BY:        2459825 Ontario Inc. (Tyler Kerr)

LOCATION OF PROPERTY:    Plan 44M81 Pt Blk 4 RP;44R6162 parts 3 and 4 (29 Malcolm Cres., Listowel)

PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: The purpose of the application for minor variance is to request relief from Section 10.7.6 b) of the North Perth Zoning By-law to reduce the minimum rear yard depth from 7.5 m to 4.3 m and relief from Section 5.18 to reduce the minimum parking requirements from 7 units to 6 units. The proposed variance will facilitate the construction of a stacked Fourplex.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING
April 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Municipality of North Perth
330 Wallace Ave. N. Listowel ON N4W 1L3

Public input on applications is invited.  Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, the Committee of Adjustment for the Municipality of North Perth invites you to consider applications for minor variance and/or to forward written comments prior to the hearing. 

FILE NUMBER:                          MV 3-2025

RE: AN APPLICATION BY:        Killam Reit

LOCATION OF PROPERTY:     Lot 42, Concession 1, Elma Ward, Municipality of North Perth (5651 Line 86)

PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: To provide relief from Section 16.4.2 for lots 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 248, 250, 252 and 254 Sunset Place to recognize a reduced lot frontage from 15 m (50 ft) to 12.96 m (42.5 ft).

The Municipality of North Perth is thrilled to announce the launch of the Youth Impact Award, an initiative designed to recognize and celebrate the remarkable contributions of our young citizens. We believe in acknowledging the positive impacts our youth have on society and are inviting nominations from the public.

This prestigious Youth Impact Award aims to spotlight individuals who have shown exemplary leadership, innovation, or commitment to community services. Whether through volunteering, activism or different inspiring ways, these young individuals are sparking positive change for a brighter future and leading by example within our community.

Nominate Today!

North Perth, February 28, 2025 – The Municipality of North Perth is proud to announce the official opening of the Memorial Arena Park, a commemorative space honouring the lives lost in the tragic collapse of the Listowel Arena structure in 1959. This community park stands on the site of the former Listowel Memorial Arena, serving as a lasting tribute to the victims, their families, and the resilience of our community in the face of adversity.

On Saturday, February 28, 1959, at approximately 9:27 am, an unforeseen disaster struck during a peewee hockey practice at the Listowel Arena, claiming the lives of seven young hockey players and one adult. Thirteen others were injured when the roof and walls of the rink section collapsed, leaving a legacy of grief and remembrance.