Approval Notice
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Published: February 18, 2025
Notice- Public Hearing - POSTPONED - New Date TBD
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Published: February 18, 2025
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46/48 Ford St & 22/38 Rexdale DriveDevelopment Agreement Application by Wallace Retirement Living to permit a multi-unit residential development comprised of four buildings, two 6-storey 50-55 unit buildings and two 4-storey 35–40 unit buildings on lands of 46/48 Ford St (PID No. 20303103) and 22/38 Rexdale Dr (PID 20143459).
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Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw AmendmentThe purpose of the proposed amendments are to correct typographical errors, formatting errors, and omissions. These amendments are not substantive in nature and are intended to ensure that the Town's Planning Documents clearly and effectively communicate Council Land use policies and regulations.
Public Information Session
Town Council is considering amendments to its Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law to correct typographical errors, formatting errors, and omissions. These amendments are non-substantive and aim to ensure the clarity and accuracy of the Town’s planning documents.
The public is invited to attend the public information session on the proposed amendments, followed by an opportunity for those in attendance to ask questions and offer feedback. This meeting will be held on:
- Date: Monday, January 27, 2025
- Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Location: Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Town Hall, 695 Prince Street
Details of the proposed amendments are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Approval Notice
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Pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, notice is hereby given that on October 7, 2024, Town Council approved the following Development Agreement Applications:
- 179 Queen Street
Development Agreement Application by Lindsay Construction/Fathom Studios on behalf of Stanfield’s Ltd to permit a mixed-use development consisting of 221 dwelling units and 377 m2 (4,053 ft2) of commercial space on lands at 179 Queen Street (PID no. 20183232 and a portion of 20183166 and 20479770).
- 1 Logan Street/9 Bayview Street
Development Agreement Application by Lindsay Construction/Fathom Studios on behalf of Stanfield’s Ltd to permit a mixed-use development consisting of 381 dwelling units and 4789 m2 (51,545 ft2) of commercial space on lands at 1 Logan Street and 9 Bayview Street (PID nos. 20479747, 20183166, 20479754, 20196648, 20479770, and 20479762). The proposal includes new buildings and renovated/repurposed industrial buildings along with approximately 6,350 m2 (68,350 ft2) of publicly accessible space along the Salmon River.
Details of these applications are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or at the Town’s website: www.truro.ca/current-development- applications.html
This decision is appealable to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board within fourteen days of the date of this notice.
M. W. Dolter, CAO
October 11, 2024
Notice- Public Hearing
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Published: September 24, 2024
Take notice that Town Council will hold two public hearings to consider and, if deemed appropriate, approve the following development agreement applications:
- 179 Queen Street
Development Agreement Application by Lindsay Construction/Fathom Studios on behalf of Stanfields Ltd to permit a mixed-use development consisting of 221 dwelling units and 377 m2 (4,053 ft2) of commercial space on lands at 179 Queen Street (PID no. 20183232 and a portion of 20183166 and 20479770). The proposed building features an 11-storey and a 6-storey section on a common 4-storey base. - 1 Logan Street/9 Bayview Street
Development Agreement Application by Lindsay Construction/Fathom Studios on behalf of Stanfields Ltd to permit a mixed-use development consisting of 381 dwelling units and 4789 m2 (51,545 ft2) of commercial space on lands at 1 Logan Street and 9 Bayview Street (PID nos. 20479747, 20183166, 20479754, 20196648, 20479770, and 20479762). The proposal includes new buildings and renovated/repurposed industrial buildings along with approximately 6,350 m2 (68,350 ft2) of publicly accessible space along the Salmon River. The development features building sections that are 6, 8, and 11 storeys tall.
This public hearing will be held on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers on the 3rd floor of the Town Hall, 695 Prince Street.
At the public hearing, Council will consider oral and written representations from any interested persons. If you wish to make a formal presentation, please submit a written request to the undersigned no later than October 1, 2024.
Details concerning these applications are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or at https://www.truro.ca/current-development-applications.html
Michael W. Dolter, CAO
September 24, 2024
Approval Notice
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Published: July 10, 2024
Pursuant to Section 169 (2c) of the Municipal Government Act, notice is hereby given that on July 8, 2024, Town Council approved amendments to the Town of Truro “Taxi Bylaw.”
The purpose of the amendment is:
- Include provisions to regulate Transportation Network Companies
- Require taxi driver applicants to provide proof of employment or own a licensed taxi
- Remove the requirement for taxi driver applicants to take an examination on the location of streets and prominent landmarks
- Increase the fees and establish fees for Transport Network Companies set out in Schedule “A”
- Remove the requirement that Taxi Companies have an established place of business for dispatching
Details of these amendments are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Michael W. Dolter, CAO
July 10, 2024
Notice- Public Hearing
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Published: June 24, 2024
Pursuant to Section 168 (2) of the Municipal Government Act, notice is hereby given that on June 6, 2024, Council for the Town of Truro gave 1st reading to an amendment to the Bylaw entitled “Taxi Bylaw.”
The purpose of the amendment is:
- Include provisions to regulate Transportation Network Companies
- Require taxi driver applicants to provide proof of employment or own a licensed taxi
- Remove the requirement for taxi driver applicants to take an examination on the location of streets and prominent landmarks
- Increase the fees and establish fees for Transport Network Companies set out in Schedule “A”
- Remove the requirement that Taxi Companies have an established place of business for dispatching
Council proposes to consider this Bylaw amendment, and the second reading will occur on July 8, 2024, at the monthly meeting of the Town Council at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers on the 3rd floor of 695 Prince Street.
Details of these amendments are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Michael W. Dolter, CAO
June 24, 2024
Approval Notices
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Published: May 7, 2024
Pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, notice is hereby given that on May 6, 2024, Town Council approved the following:
- 24 Louise Street - Development Agreement Application by Yada Property Management to add an additional bachelor residential dwelling unit to the existing 15-unit multi-unit residential development at 24 Louise Street (PID 20182770).
- 125-135 Willow Street- Development Agreement Application by 3331111 Nova Scotia Limited to permit Multi-unit residential development consisting of a 4-storey building containing 50 dwelling units and below grade parking at 135 Willow Street (PID No. 20161410) and (125 Willow PID No. (20161436).
Details of these applications are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or on the Town’s website: https://www.truro.ca/current-development-applications.html
These decisions are appealable to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board within fourteen days of the date of this notice.
M. W. Dolter, CAO
May 7, 2024
Approval Notice
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Published: May 7, 2024
Pursuant to Section 169(2c) of the Municipal Government Act, notice is hereby given that on May 6, 2024, Town Council approved the following:
The purpose of the amendment is to allow for more timely enforcement, reduce limitations for expedited enforcement against repeat offenders of the Bylaw, and allow for the Bylaw Enforcement Officer to enforce the Bylaw in addition to the Building Inspectors.
Details are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
M. W. Dolter, CAO
May 7, 2024
Notice- Public Hearing
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Published: May 7, 2024
Pursuant to Section 169(2c) of the Municipal Government Act, notice is hereby given that on May 6, 2024, Town Council approved the following:
The purpose of the amendment is to allow for more timely enforcement, reduce limitations for expedited enforcement against repeat offenders of the Bylaw, and allow for the Bylaw Enforcement Officer to enforce the Bylaw in addition to the Building Inspectors.
Details are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
M. W. Dolter, CAO
May 7, 2024
Approval Notices
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Published: April 23, 2024
Take notice that Town Council will hold two public hearings to consider and, if deemed appropriate, approve the following development agreement applications:
- 125 Willow Street - Development Agreement Application by 3331111 Nova Scotia Limited to permit Multi-unit residential development consisting of a 4-storey building containing 50 dwelling units and below grade parking at 135 Willow Street (PID No. 20161410) and (125 Willow PID No. (20161436).
- 24 Louise Street-Development Agreement Application by Yada Property Management to add an additional bachelor residential dwelling unit to the existing 15-unit multi-unit residential development at 24 Louise Street (PID 20182770).
These public hearings will be held on Monday, May 6, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers on the 3rd floor of the Town Hall, 695 Prince Street.
At the public hearings, Council will consider oral and written representations from any interested persons. If you wish to make a formal presentation, please submit a written request to the undersigned no later than April 30, 2024.
Details concerning this application are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or at https://www.truro.ca/current-development-applications.html
M. W. Dolter, CAO
Notice- Minimum Building and Housing Maintenance Standards Bylaw
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Published: April 22, 2024
Pursuant to Section 168(2) of the Municipal Government Act, notice is hereby given that on April 8, 2024, Town Council gave the first reading to amend the Minimum Building and Housing Maintenance Standards Bylaw. The purpose of the amendment is to allow for more timely enforcement, reduce limitations for expedited enforcement against repeat offenders of the Bylaw, and allow for the Bylaw Enforcement Officer to enforce the Bylaw in addition to the Building Inspectors.
Council proposes to consider this amendment, and the second reading will occur on Monday, May 6, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers on the 3rd Floor of the Town Hall, 695 Prince Street.
Details of this amendment are available at the Planning and Development Office, 695 Prince Street, 2nd floor, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
M. W. Dolter, CAO
