Appendix ‘C’ – Consultations Table SAA/5838
| Agency | Comments |
|---|---|
| Fire and Rescue Services | |
| Windsor Police Services | The Windsor Police Service supports the closure of this alley. A site inspection carried out on June 27th, 2019 revealed a poorly maintained space with a noticeable encroachment of vegetation. This creates safety challenges for the alley in the form of reduced sight lines and added concealment capability which promote loitering, trespassing into abutting properties for criminal opportunities, and an overall discreet space to support unlawful behaviour/activity. In its current size and configuration, this alley would not be useful to retain as a neighbourhood pedestrian connection and closure is therefore the best outcome for this space. |
| Planning – Landscape Architect | No Objections |
| Parks & Facilities | No Objections |
| Public Works – Engineering | The subject north/south alley closure is approximately 6.1m (20ft) wide. There are no municipal sewers or manholes located in the alley. There are no hydro poles or guy wires located in the alley. It appears to be travelled, but not paved. It is made of gravel. There is a driveway approach on the south entrance of the subject alley. It is in good condition and made of concrete. There is no garage access but it appears to have backyard access to the 727 Assumption property (see photos of alley). There are no encroachments within the alley. It was requested by the Operations Department that the east/west portion be closed within this application; however, this portion is currently used for parking access to 702 & 712, and it is not recommended at this time. We request that the north limits of this alley closure be adjusted to align with the north property limits of 722 Brant St. There are no objections to the closure of this alley. |
| Public Works – Environmental | No concerns |
| Public Works – Transportation | Alley is gravel and seems to be used by vehicles. Gates in the side yards of 722 & 736 Brant are used for pedestrians only, not vehicles. There are parking areas at the rear of 702 & 712 Brant. There is also a garage door at the rear of 727 Assumption. Recommend closing the north/south alley up to the read lot line of 722 Brant. This will still provide access to |