settlement area. The subject land is surrounded by existing developments and does NOT prevent the efficient expansion of the settlement area.

With respect to 1.1.1(e) & (f) – The amendment will achieve a cost-effective development pattern and minimize land consumption and servicing costs. Sidewalks improve accessibility for persons with disabilities and older persons. As noted already in this report, there are existing concrete sidewalks along Milloy Street and Meldrum Road. Recommendation II(5) of this report also requires concrete sidewalk to be constructed on the east side of Meighen Road extension.

With respect to 1.1.1(g) – The subject lands are within an established residential neighbourhood with existing municipal infrastructure, existing Regional and Municipal Parks, and existing school. The land is in an area of the City that is serviced by necessary infrastructure, electricity generation facilities and transmission and distribution systems, and public service facilities.

With respect to 1.1.1(h) – Regional and local impacts of climate change have been considered and mitigation measures include lot-grading provisions, stormwater management measures, tree planting requirements, landscaping requirements and more. Tree planting requirements and lot-grading requirements will be fulfilled through the building permit process. Storm water management facility will be provided.

The subject zoning by-law amendment will facilitate an efficient development and sustain the financial well-being of the City of Windsor. The amendment minimizes land consumption, and servicing costs, and will not cause any environmental or public health and safety concerns. The zoning by-law amendment is consistent with policy 1.1.1 of the PPS.

1.1.3.1 Settlementareasshall be the focus of growth and development.

1.1.3.2 Land use patterns within settlement areas shall be based on densities and a mix of land uses which:

  1. efficiently use land and resources;
  2. are appropriate for, and efficiently use, the infrastructure and public service facilities which are planned or available, and avoid the need for their unjustified and/or uneconomical expansion;
  3. minimize negative impacts to air quality and climate change, and promote energy efficiency;
  4. prepare for the impacts of a changing climate;
  5. support active transportation;
  6. are transit-supportive, where transit is planned, exists or may be developed;

The subject lands are located within a settlement area and this amendment creates opportunity for growth and development within the City of Windsor settlement area; thereby, promoting the vitality of the settlement area. This amendment will allow for low profile residential infill developments that efficiently use land, resources, and existing infrastructure, including existing and planned active transportation options such as sidewalks. The subject amendment is consistent with policies 1.1.3.1 and 1.1.3.2 of the PPS.

1.2.2 Planning authorities shall engage with Indigenous communities and coordinate on land use planning matters.

The indigenous communities have been contacted by the Planning Department to initiate discussions on this zoning amendment. No comments have been received at the time this report was written. The Planning Authority (The Corporation of The City of Windsor) has, in principle, satisfied the requirement to engage and coordinate; therefore, this amendment can be deemed consistent with policy 1.2.2 of the PPS.

1.4.3 Planning authorities shall provide for an appropriate range and mix of housing options and densities to meet projected market-based and affordable housing needs of current and future residents of the regional market area by: