A commercial trailer has been observed in the alley located abutting the business at 1801 South Cameron Blvd. It is possible the commercial trailer could be relocated elsewhere on the business' property. Therefore the alley could be considered dispensable based on this test.
b. Does the subject alley serve properties fronting on heavily traveled streets i.e. major arterial routes? The answer is NO.
c. Does the subject alley contain sewers, and must the alley remain accessible for servicing? The answer is NO.
d. Does the subject alley serve as the only vehicular means of access to rear parking areas and garages where the property has insufficient lot width for a side drive? The answer is NO.
e. Does the subject alley contain Fire Department connections that are deemed to be necessary for firefighting access? The answer is NO.
Based on the above, the Planning Division deems the subject north/south alley "dispensable", and supports the requested closure.
Risk Analysis:
The recommended closure will divest the City of associated liability risks and maintenance costs. The recommended closure poses no known risk to The Corporation of the City of Windsor.
Financial Matters:
For alleys abutting lands zoned RD1.1, $1.00, plus deed preparation, plus proportionate survey costs as invoiced to The Corporation of the City of Windsor by an Ontario Land Surveyor.
For alleys abutting lands zoned HMD1.4, $2.30 per square foot plus deed preparation, plus proportionate survey costs as invoiced to The Corporation of the City of Windsor by an Ontario Land Surveyor.
Consultations:
Consultations were held with Municipal Departments and Utility Companies, which resulted in the information found in attached Appendix "C".