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Notice of Intention to Remove a Holding (H) Symbol for 2294 and 2300 Queensway Dr.
Posted on Thursday, July 18, 2024 08:01 AM
TAKE NOTICE that the Corporation of the City of Burlington is providing this Notice of Intention to Remove a Holding (H) Symbol pursuant to Section 36(4) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, for lands municipally known as 2294 and 2300 Queensway Dr.
Council of the Corporation of the City of Burlington intends to pass the amending bylaw (By-law No. 2024.XXX) at the Council Meeting on Aug. 7, 2024.
The proposed amending zoning bylaw would amend Zoning By-law 2020 for the property located at 2294 and 2300 Queensway Dr. by removing the Holding (‘H’) Symbol prefix to permit the underlying Medium Density Residential Exception (‘RM3-513’) Zone category to take effect. The applicant intends to develop 24 townhouse units.
More information for the proposed amending bylaw is available for review during regular office hours at the City of Burlington, Community Planning Department, City Hall - 426 Brant St., Burlington, Ont. or by contacting Ryan Kochuta, Planner at 905-335-7600, ext. 7410 or
Burlington Flood Update for July 17
Posted on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 02:51 PM
Burlington and surrounding areas have received a large amount of rain since July 15. Flooding has occurred in several areas throughout the city and as a result, Burlington is now in Level 2 Enhanced Monitoring response. The City is making progress on clearing blockages, repairing/cleaning roads, boulevards, and tree debris removals. City staff and contractors will be out cleaning up and clearing debris over the next several days or weeks.
Updated reports indicate that on July 15, approximately 65mm of rain fell in three hours with more rain coming later. Work is ongoing to confirm the total precipitation.
Residents who need power, shower facilities or a comfortable place to go can come to any City recreation facility during normal business hours.
The City is working very closely with community partners including Burlington Hydro, Halton Region, Halton Regional Police Services, Enbridge Gas and the Ministry of Transportation.
Please continue to use caution when travelling around the city....
Lead artist selected for Civic Square preferred concept
Posted on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 01:30 PM
Burlington, Ont.—July 16, 2024— The City of Burlington has a final preferred concept design for Civic Square. It has also selected LeuWebb Projects as the Lead Artists for the Civic Square Renewal project.
The reconstruction of Civic Square will make sure important infrastructure is renewed.
The Civic Square final preferred concept is based on extensive engagement and feedback from the community. It is an evolution of Concept 2 - Atrium to include some design features from the other two concepts.
The preferred concept includes key features such as:
- a new entryway,
- focal point canopies at Brant Street/James Street and Elgin Street,
- continuous canopies along the building facade,
- transitions to nearby properties and streets,
- a variety of seating,
- flag poles at the building entrance,
- an in-ground water feature with water jets and
- wave-themed patterns in paved surfaces.
The project is moving into Phase Three of its communication and engagement plan. This next stage will inform interested parties and the...
Flood Update - July 16, 2024
Posted on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 12:47 PM
The City has received an extreme amount of rain over the past 24 hours, with more rain in the forecast.
Please continue to use caution when travelling around the city.
- Do not drive or walk on flooded roads
- If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.
- If you have flooding on private property, please call 3-1-1 for Halton Region response.
- Contact the City if there is flooding on roads or public property at 905-335-7777 or city@burlington.ca.
The clean up from this flood will be extensive and will take time. City crews are working to clear flooded areas.
Homeowners who have flooding in their home should take action quickly and safely.
Insurance QuestionsThe Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) has activated their virtual Community Assistance Mobile Pavilion to assist residents with questions related to insurance.
IBC can be contacted:
- By phone at 1-844-227-5422
- By email at ONCIC@ibc.ca
Information on filing an insurance claim is available on their website.
Flood Clean upThe Canadian Red Cross...
Flooding and Heavy Rainfall for July 15, 2024
Posted on Monday, July 15, 2024 03:03 PM
Due to the heavy rainfall, there are several roads, boulevard and parking areas throughout the city that are flooding. If you see a flooded area, you can report it by calling 905-335-7777 or by emailing city@burlington.ca. Some roads have been temporarily closed and you are advised to give yourself plenty of time in order to detour around as appropriate.
Please note, we are responding to a high volume of calls about flooding today, and wait times are longer than usual.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.
If you have flooding on private property, please call 3-1-1 for Halton Region response.
Do not walk or drive through flooded roads. Your vehicle could become stuck in as little as 30 cm of water.
For information about protecting your home from floods and staying safe from electrical shock, visit https://www.burlington.ca/en/building-and-renovating/home-flood-prevention.aspx.
Burlington Transit is experiencing delays. Check myride.burlingtontransit.ca for updates.
If you...
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