Notice of Public Meeting - November 3, 2026
Notice of Public Meeting - November 3, 2026
Description of the Proposals:
Severance Consent Application B26/2026 proposes a lot line adjustment (lot addition) involving the transfer of lands from the originating parcel municipally known as 125 Queen Street to the benefitting parcel municipally known as 119 Queen Street. Both properties are currently developed with existing residential dwellings.
The purpose of the proposed lot line adjustment is to provide additional area on the benefitting parcel for vehicular parking. Approximately 37.16 m² (400 ft2) is proposed to be severed from the originating parcel and added to the benefitting parcel.
The benefitting parcel currently has an area of approximately 527.4 m² (5,680 ft2) and contains an existing residential dwelling. Following the lot addition, the benefitting parcel will increase in size by approximately 37.16 m² (400 ft2).
The retained portion of the originating parcel will have an area of approximately 701.9 m² (7,555.25 sq. ft.) and will continue to contain an existing residential dwelling.
Description of the Proposal:
Severance Consent Application B27/2026 proposes the creation of one (1) new lot fronting onto 10th Line East, Seymour. The proposed severed parcel will comprise of approximately 0.81 hectares (2.00 acres) of vacant land that will be eligible for a residential building permit.
The retained parcel, being approximately approximately 39.66 hectares (98 acres), contains a residential dwelling, barn and outbuildings.
Zoning By-law Amendment Application C16/2026 has been submitted in conjunction with this application.
Description of Proposal:
Zoning By-law Amendment is to recognize the creation of one (1) new residential building lot, being approximately 0.81 hectares (2.00 acres) in area, from the existing parcel.
The subject lands are currently zoned Rural (RU), Environmentally Protected (EP), and Environmentally Sensitive (ES), and contain an existing dwelling and accessory outbuildings.
The proposed severed parcel, consisting of approximately 0.81 hectares (2.00 acres) of vacant land, is proposed to be rezoned from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR) to facilitate future residential development. The retained parcel, being approximately 39.66 hectares (98 acres) in area and containing the existing dwelling and accessory outbuildings, will retain the Rural (RU) zoning.
All existing Environmentally Protected (EP) and Environmentally Sensitive (ES) zoning applicable to the subject lands will remain unchanged and continue to apply.
Description of the Proposal:
Severance Consent Application B29/2026 proposes the creation of one (1) new residential lot, being approximately 4.53 acres (1.80 hectares) of vacant land, severed from the subject property, which is currently approximately 56.57 acres (22.89 hectares) in size and contains an existing dwelling and accessory outbuildings.
Severance Consent Application B30/2026 proposes the creation of one (1) additional residential lot, being approximately 5.03 acres (2.03 hectares) of vacant land, also severed from the same originating parcel.
Following the proposal of Severance Consent Applications B29/2026 and B30/2026, the retained parcel will be approximately 47.01 acres (19.02 hectares) and will contain the existing dwelling and associated outbuildings.
Description of Proposal:
Subsequent to Severance Consent Applications B29/2026 and B30/2026, the purpose and effect of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment C20/2026 is to recognize the creation of two (2) new residential parcels. The subject lands are currently zoned Rural (RU), Environmentally Sensitive (ES) and Environmentally Protected (EP).
Severance Consent Application B29/2026 proposes the creation of one (1) new residential lot, approximately 4.53 acres (1.80 hectares) in size. The severed parcel consists of vacant land and is proposed to be rezoned from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR) to permit future residential development and eligibility for a residential building permit.
Severance Consent Application B30/2026 proposes the creation of one (1) additional residential lot, approximately 5.03 acres (2.03 hectares) in size. The severed parcel consists of vacant land and is proposed to be rezoned from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR) to permit future residential development and eligibility for a residential building permit.
The retained parcel, being approximately 47.01 acres (19.02 hectares) acres of vacant land, will remain zoned Rural (RU), Environmentally Sensitive (ES) and Environmentally Protected (EP). All existing Environmentally Sensitive (ES) and Environmentally Protected (EP) zoning will remain in effect and unchanged.
Description of Proposal:
The applicants are the owners and operators of several established automotive related businesses in the area, including McCracken Auto & Truck Centre Inc. and McCracken Towing Inc. The subject lands currently contain a single detached dwelling and accessory structures. A building permit was issued in 2026 for the construction of a 6,240 ft2 superstructure storage building, which is currently under construction. A separate building permit has also been issued for a hay storage building on the property. Both of these structures are permitted as accessory uses to current farming operation use.
Section 12.1 of Zoning By-law 2010-105 identifies the permitted uses within the Rural (RU) Zone. A Vehicle Storage Yard Facility is not currently permitted as-of-right within the RU Zone. Accordingly, the applicants are seeking a Zoning By-law Amendment to establish a site-specific Rural Exception (RU-TH-105-XX) to permit a Vehicle Storage Yard Facility as an additional use on the subject lands. The rezoning of the property to recognize the “Vehicle Storage Yard Facility” is required for the storage of vehicles, equipment, and automotive compounds in accordance with the requirements of the Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act (TSSEA). The proposed Rural Exception would establish site-specific provisions tailored to the operation of the facility. The existing Environmentally Protected (EP) and Environmentally Sensitive (ES) zoned areas of the property are to remain the same.
Should the zoning by-law amendment be approved, further development of the site may be subject to Site Plan Control. Through this process, matters such as site layout, access, parking, grading, drainage, landscaping, screening, lighting, and buffering would be reviewed to ensure the use remains compatible with the surrounding rural area and maintains the general intent of Section 12 of Zoning By-law 2010-105.
Description of Proposal:
The subject lands are currently utilized as a wedding venue known as “Riverstone on the Crowe,” which was established by the applicants in 2021. The applicants have advised that the venue has experienced strong demand, with weekend bookings substantially secured through the 2027 operating season, which typically extends from mid-June to the first weekend in October. In addition to weekend events, the applicants propose to offer weekday elopement packages to accommodate increased demand and diversify venue operations.
Notwithstanding the ongoing use of the property as a ceremonial event venue, the parcel is considered vacant in planning terms, as there are currently no permanent buildings or structures on the site. There are tents utilized for events are temporary and removable in nature. At present, the property is not serviced by a well or septic system, and portable washroom facilities are provided to accommodate guests during events.
The parcel is currently zoned Environmentally Sensitive (ES) and Environmentally Protected (EP) encircling the parcel with emphasis towards the watercourse identified as the Crowe River.
The purpose and effect of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to legitimize the ongoing use as a wedding / ceremonial venue. Typically, wedding venues fall under the “Assembly Hall / Auditorium”. Due to the unique nature of the ongoing business at the subject property, an exception to the Environmentally Sensitive (ES-105-XX) is being proposed to include the permitted use as a “Wedding venue and associated ceremonial uses, limited to a maximum of 50 guests at any one time.”
Land Acknowledgement
We recognize the traditional keepers of this land and, specifically our neighbours of the Alderville First Nation, with a formal territorial acknowledgement.
Welcome to the Gunshot Treaty Lands of 1788. It is on these lands and on the shores of the big lake, the Mississauga Anishinabeg met with the Crown to facilitate the opening of these lands for
settlement.
Let us be reminded of the responsibility we all have in making sure that we respect these lands and waters that give us life and sustain our livelihoods.