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• Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2025-017) - 5763 Desson Ave & vacant lot to south - Zoning By-law Amendment Application

  Description

  A Minor Zoning By-law Amendment application has been submitted for 5763 Desson Avenue and the vacant lot directly to the south, that have historically been used together as one residential property, although they are legally two separate lots.

  The proposal is to permit the existing single detached dwelling for the use of one Vacation Rental Unit, and converting an accessory building on the southern lot, to a residential dwelling for the use of one Vacation Rental Unit, bringing the existing buildings into compliance with the City’s Zoning By-law 79-200.

  The subject lands are zoned Deferred Tourist Commercial (DTC) under Zoning By-law 79-200. The applicant is requesting to place the lands under a site-specific DTC zone to add the use of a Vacation Rental Unit on each lot.

  Please see attached notice for more information.

   Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

  Attachments

  • Notice of Public Meeting - October 28, 2025

  Posting Dates

  9/26/2025 to 10/29/2025
• Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2025-015) 4991 Kitchener Street - Zoning By-law Amendment Application

  Description

  A Zoning By-law Amendment application has been submitted to permit the use of the existing dwelling as a Vacation Rental Unit. Schedule 1 shows the details of the proposal.

  The subject lands are designated Tourist Commercial in accordance with the City of Niagara Falls Official Plan. Vacation Rental Units are permitted within this designation and as such, no Official Plan Amendment is required to facilitate the request.

  The application is requesting to rezone the subject lands to a site-specific Deferred Tourist Commercial (DTC-XXX) zone to permit the proposed Vacation Rental Unit. Additionally, site- specific provisions are being requested to recognize the existing front yard depth.

  Please see attached notice for more information.

  Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

  Attachments

  • Notice of Public Meeting - 4991 Kitchener Street - October 28, 2025

  Posting Dates

  9/26/2025 to 10/29/2025
• Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2025-009) 5584 Fraser Street - Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment Application Combined

  Description

  Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications have been submitted to facilitate the construction of a proposed 4 storey residential apartment containing 18 units. Schedule 1 shows the details of the proposed development.

  The subject lands are designated Employment Lands, in accordance with the City of Niagara Falls Official Plan and are located within the Prestige Industrial zone in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200.

  The applicant is requesting to redesignate the subject lands to a Special Policy Area - Residential designation to permit apartments of not more than 4 storeys with a maximum density of 161 units per hectare along a local road. Additionally, the applicant is proposing to rezone the subject lands to a site-specific Residential Apartment 5F Density (R5F) zone to permit the proposed apartment. The requested site specific provisions include reductions to minimum lot frontage, front yard depth, rear yard depth, landscaped open space and an increased maximum lot coverage.

  Please see attached notice for more information.

  Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

  Attachments

  • Notice of Public Meeting - 5584 Fraser Street - October 28, 2025

  Posting Dates

  9/26/2025 to 10/29/2025
• Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2025-008) 5523-5555 Fraser Street and 5578 George Street - Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment Application

  Description

  Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications have been submitted to facilitate the construction of a proposed 4 storey residential apartment containing 31 units. Schedule 1 shows the details of the proposed development.

  The subject lands are designated Employment Lands, in accordance with the City of Niagara Falls Official Plan and are located within the Prestige Industrial zone in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200.

  The applicant is requesting to redesignate the subject lands to a Special Policy Area - Residential designation to permit apartments of not more than 4 storeys with a maximum density of 92 units per hectare along a local road. Additionally, the applicant is proposing to rezone the subject lands to a site-specific Residential Apartment 5C Density (R5C) zone to permit the proposed apartment. The requested site specific provisions include reductions to, landscaped open space, amenity space and an increased maximum lot coverage.

  Please see attached notice for more information.

  Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

  Attachments

  • Notice of Public Meeting - 5523-5555 Fraser Street and 5578 George Street - October 28, 2025

  Posting Dates

  9/26/2025 to 10/29/2025
• Notice of Application & Virtual Delegated Public Meeting (AM-2025-021) 4531 Morrison Street - Minor Zoning By-law Amendment Application

  Description

  A Minor Zoning By-law Amendment application has been submitted to facilitate the development of seven two-storey townhouse dwellings, one two-storey semi-detached dwelling, and seventeen Additional Dwelling Units, as shown on Schedule 1 (in attached notice). 

  The subject lands are designated High Density Residential in the Transit Station Secondary Plan, which permits multiple dwellings and a maximum net density of 200 units per hectare. The lands are also located in a Major Transit Station Area. 

  The lands are zoned Residential Apartment 5F (R5F) Density Zone, as amended by Committee of Adjustment decision A-2024-49, which granted relief for the minimum lot area, minimum lot frontage, minimum front yard depth, minimum rear yard depth, minimum interior side yard width, minimum exterior side yard width, maximum lot coverage, and minimum landscaped open space area to facilitate the development of thirty-two stacked townhouse dwellings. The applicant has since modified their proposal and is instead proposing to add townhouse dwellings and semi-detached dwellings as a permitted use in the R5F Zone, whereas only an apartment dwelling and stacked townhouse dwellings are permitted as-of-right. Site-specific zoning relief is required to carry forward the zoning relief that was granted through the previous Minor Variance application.

  Please see attached notice for more information.

  Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

  Attachments

  • Notice of Delegated Public Meeting - October 8, 2025

  Posting Dates

  9/25/2025 to 10/16/2025
• Notice of Public Open House - New Community Improvement Plan

  Description

  The City of Niagara Falls is developing a new Community Improvement Plan (CIP) to address evolving needs and Council’s strategic priorities. A CIP is a policy and financial tool enabled under Section 28 of the Planning Act that allows municipalities to offer financial incentives and other support to help advance community revitalization and development goals. 

  The goal is to make Niagara Falls a more vibrant and resilient city by encouraging redevelopment, supporting businesses, and promoting sustainability.

  See attached notice for more information.

  Attachments

  • Notice of Public Open House - October 8, 2025

  Posting Dates

  9/24/2025 to 10/9/2025
• Pilot Project: Herbicide Spraying to Control Invasive Phragmites

  Description

  This initiative is being carried out in collaboration with the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA), neighbouring municipalities, local partners, and the Invasive Species Centre, Invasive Phragmites Action Fund through the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR).

  The City of Niagara Falls is launching a pilot vegetation management project aimed at controlling and eradicating Phragmites australis (Common Reed), an aggressive invasive species that threatens local ecosystems and infrastructure.

  Project Scope:
  Herbicide spraying will take place at select locations across the city, including parks, road allowances, and naturalized areas identified as high-risk for Phragmites infestation.

  Timing:
  Spraying will occur from mid-September to mid-October. All spraying activities are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of unfavourable conditions.

  Why Phragmites Control Matters:
  Phragmites spreads rapidly, displacing native plants, clogging waterways, and reducing biodiversity. This pilot project is part of a long-term strategy to restore ecological balance and improve public access to natural spaces.

  Safety and Compliance:
  - All herbicide applications will be conducted by licensed professionals.
  - Treatments will follow provincial and federal environmental regulations.
  - Signage and temporary closures will be posted at affected sites during spraying.

  Stay Informed:
  Residents are encouraged to visit the City’s website for for details.

  For more information, please contact:
  City of Niagara Falls – Municipal Works
  Phone: 905-356-1355
  Email: [email protected]
  Learn more on our Invasive Species webpage

  For additional information on invasive species and best management practices, please visit the Invasive Species Centre: https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca 

  Attachments

  Posting Dates

  9/15/2025 to 10/31/2025
• Notice of Neighbourhood Meeting (AM-2025-014) - 5259 Dorchester Road - Official Plan & Zoning By-Law Amendment Application

  Description

  An Official Plan and Zoning by-law Amendment application has been submitted to facilitate the development of 5 apartment dwellings, 3 mixed-use buildings, mini storage buildings, and a maintenance building.  A total of 1782 dwelling units are proposed.  Schedules 1 and 2 show details of the proposal.

  The subject lands are designated Major Commercial in accordance with the City’s Official Plan, and are located within the Morrison/ Dorchester Node. Standalone residential and mixed-use buildings are permitted in the Morrison/Dorchester Node, subject to the policies of the Official Plan, which currently permit a height of between 4 and 10 storeys, and a maximum density of 150 units per hectare.

  Please see notice for more information.

  Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

  Attachments

  • Notice of Neighbourhood Meeting (AM-2025-014) - 5259 Dorchester Road (PDF)

  Posting Dates

  9/12/2025 to 10/2/2025
• Notice of Application & Open House (AM-2025-013) - 3777, 3787, 3791-3815 Portage Road and 3828 St. Peter Street - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application

  Description

  Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications have been submitted to redesignate the lands from Major Commercial to Residential in the City’s Official Plan, to increase the density and height allowed in the Portage Road intensification corridor.

  The applicant is also requesting to rezone the lands from a Residential Apartment 5C (R5C) zone to a Residential site-specific Apartment 5F (R5F) zone.

  The applicant is requesting to increase the minimum lot area allowed for each unit,  decrease the required front yard, rear yard and the interior side yards, increase the number of apartment buildings allowed on a lot, decrease the parking requirement, decrease the interior side yard and rear yard for an accessory building or structure, and decrease the landscape/open space and the minimum amenity allowed for the apartment zone. 

  See attached notice for more information. 

  Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

  Attachments

  • Notice of Application & Open House - 3777, 3787, 3791-3815 Portage Road and 3828 St. Peter Street

  Posting Dates

  9/12/2025 to 9/30/2025
• Hydrant Flushing - 2025

  Description

  The City of Niagara Falls fire hydrant flushing program begin on March, 24 2025, and will continue on into the fall of 2025. This is performed as part of a scheduled preventative maintenance program to help maintain good water quality and to improve water flow in your neighbourhood. The flushing area has moved to the south west corner of Niagara Falls  (see map for further detail). If you reside in this area, you may notice a temporary decrease in your water pressure, and may experience discoloured water. If discolouration occurs, running a cold water tap closest to your water meter for a short period of time should alleviate the problem. Should you have any questions, concerns or persistent issues, please contact the Municipal Service Centre at 905-356-1355. The City’s Annual Water Report can be viewed online at www.niagarafalls.ca or in person at the Municipal Service Centre at 3200 Stanley Avenue.

  Attachments

  • Hydrant Flushing - 2025
  • South West Corner

  Posting Dates

  9/9/2025 to 11/30/2025
• Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2025-002) 4965, 4971, 4981 Stanley Avenue & 5516 Morden Avenue - Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment Application

  Description

  An Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications have been submitted to increase the density allowed in the Official Plan and to rezone the subject lands to a site-specific Residential Apartment 5F Density (R5F) zone to allow for the 6 storey, 73-unit apartment building with 454 sq. m. of commercial uses on the first floor.

  The subject lands are designated Residential in the City’s Official Plan. The subject properties are currently zoned Neighbourhood Commercial (NC) and Residential 1C Density (R1C) in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended.

  The applicant is requesting to add neighbourhood commercial uses located entirely on the first floor. The applicant is requesting a reduction of the front yard depth, increase in lot coverage, reduction in parking standard for residential use, increase of canopy projects into required front yard, increase of balcony projection into the required front yard, and a reduction of the landscape open space. A future deeming by-law will be required to deem the full lots not to be in a plan of subdivision to merge the properties.

  Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

  Attachments

  • 4965, 4971, 4981 Stanley Avenue & 5516 Morden Avenue - Public Meeting Notice - October 7, 2025

  Posting Dates

  9/5/2025 to 10/8/2025
• Notice of Application for Variance to Sign By-Law (SV-2025-002)- 4357 River Road - Sign Variance Application

  Description

  An application has been submitted for a variance from the Sign By-law to permit the replacement of an existing pylon sign in the same location.  The Sign By-law states that a pylon sign is not permitted within 1.5 metres of a streetline/public sidewalk.  The applicant is requesting a pylon sign be permitted within 0.62 metres of a streetline/public sidewalk. See Schedule 1 in attached notice for details.

  Attachments

  • 4357 River Road - Sign Variance Notice

  Posting Dates

  9/5/2025 to 9/27/2025
• Commercial Water Meter Survey Program

  Description

  The City of Niagara Falls is working with Neptune Technology Group to survey large, commercial water meters. This program is required under City By-Law 2024-033. There is no charge for this survey. Neptune will begin reaching out to affected property owners on behalf of the City. If you receive a letter, please know it’s part of this official City initiative.

  The letter will provide instructions on arranging the survey with Neptune and what to expect. The survey will take approximately 1-2 hours to complete and should not impact your water service.

  Prior to the survey:

  To ensure a fast and efficient survey, it is important that you:

  1. Know the location of your existing building control shut-off valve.
  2. Test your valves to ensure they are operational.
  3. Ensure the area is accessible and clear of any debris or obstructions to provide easy access to and around the
     incoming water service.

  Once information from your survey has been assessed, Neptune will contact you should there be any maintenance
  deemed necessary by the City of Niagara Falls.

  Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

  Municipal Works Department
  905-356-7521 x 6510

  Attachments

  Posting Dates

  9/3/2025 to 10/6/2025
• Notice of Construction - Thundering Waters Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation

  Description

  Niagara Region is proceeding with rehabilitation to the Thundering Waters Trunk Sanitary Sewer along Oldfield Road and a utility easement in between John Daly Way to Dorchester Road in the City of Niagara Falls. Construction work will consist of the rehabilitation of 1.8 kms of concrete sewer and manholes along the Thundering Waters sewer system.
  The Region has retained Insituform Technologies for this construction project and Robinson Consultants to provide the construction administration and inspection services.
  Project Status
  Construction is anticipated to begin September 8, 2025 and is expected to be completed by June 2026.

  What to Expect

  • Residents can expect construction vehicles and related truck traffic, and a degree of construction-related noise, dust and short-term inconvenience. During the lining process the Contractor will also be required to work night shifts and 24/7 operations for brief periods.
  • Odours from the resin used to line the sewer may be noticeable during the rehabilitation phase of this work. Although low levels of this harmless odour may be noticeable at times, it presents no risk to human health.
  • Construction and traffic signage will be posted and public services such as emergency services, garbage/recycling collection and school buses will be advised of the construction work.
  • Construction lane restrictions, lane closures and road closures resulting in traffic delays are expected but will be minimized. Alternate routes around the construction zone will be posted and should be followed.
  • No planned service interruptions to water, wastewater, electricity, or gas are expected. During the sewer lining process, residents will be asked to minimize water usage.
  • There will be no changes to garbage, recycling, and organic collection as a result of the construction. If needed, the contractor will carry bins to a more accessible location and return once emptied. Residents should label their bins to ensure they are not misplaced.

  We appreciate your cooperation and patience during this time of inconvenience.

  Visit the project webpage at https://niagararegion.ca/projects/thundering-waterssewer-rehabilitation/default.aspx for further details as construction progresses. Any questions about this project should be directed to:

  Project Team

  
  Derek Falardeau-Mercier, P.Eng.
  Manager Water & Wastewater Design and Development
  Niagara Region
  905-401-8392
  [email protected]

  Sinan Omari, P.Eng. (Contractor)
  Senior Project Manager
  Insituform Technologies Ltd
  289-439-5683
  24hr Contact Center: 905-523-2605

  Lauren Young, P.Eng. (Consultant)
  Senior Project Manager
  Robinson Consultants
  289-527-5927
  [email protected]

  Attachments

  • Notice

  Posting Dates

  9/2/2025 to 6/30/2026
• Notice of Road Closure - Detenbeck Road

  Description

  Effective Tuesday September 2, 2025 at 7am -

  The Detenbeck Road Bridge Replacement Project will require the closure of the road.  The work will be done by Rankin Construction and may last for approximately 40 days, weather permitting.  An alternative travel route has been created.  Please see the attachment for further details

  Attachments

  • Notice of Road Closure - Detenbeck Road

  Posting Dates

  8/29/2025 to 10/10/2025
• Notice of Construction - Contract# 2025-501-19 Elm Street, Maple Street and Homewood Avenue

  Description

  The City of Niagara Falls, has retained Alfidome Construction to complete a sewer separation, watermain replacement and full road reconstruction in this area (see attached notice for map view).  The work is scheduled to commence on or about April 21st, 2025 and will be continuous until completion, approximately late December 2025, weather permitting.

  For further information you may contact Eric Lallouet, Senior Project Manager, at 905-356-7521 ext 4216 or [email protected] .

  Attachments

  • Notice of Construction

  Posting Dates

  4/4/2025 to 12/31/2025
• Notice of Commencement - Portage Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation

  Description

  Niagara Region is carrying out the preliminary and detailed design of improvements to the Portage Trunk Sewer, located in the City of Niagara Falls.
  
  The Portage Trunk Sewer is located along a hydro corridor between the rear yards of Sheldon Street and Darcy Crescent / Maplewood Avenue. Sewage is discharged from the Kalar Road Sewage Pumping Station into the trunk sewer at an access chamber located south of the rear fence line at 6606 Sheldon Street. The sewer continues eastward for approximately 1.3 kilometers before discharging to the Stamford Interceptor and ultimately the Niagara Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant.
  
  The detailed design is anticipated to be completed by winter 2025.
  
  Visit the project webpage at https://www.niagararegion.ca/projects/portage-trunk-sewer-rehabilitation/default.aspx for further details as the design progresses. 
  
  Any questions about this project should be directed to:

  Robert Stret, P.Eng. PMP
  Project Manager, Water and Wastewater Engineering
  Niagara Region
  905-980-6000 ext. 3190
  [email protected]

  Patrick Moskwa
  Project Manager
  Robinson Consultants
  905-304-0080 ext. 225
  [email protected]

  Attachments

  Posting Dates

  7/4/2024 to 12/31/2025
• QEW Burlington Skyway Southbound Lane Structural Rehabilitations & NB and SB Electrical Work (GWP 2385-15-00)

  Description

  The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained WSP Canada Inc. (WSP) to undertake the Detail Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study (Class EA) for the structural rehabilitations of the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) Burlington Skyway southbound lane and the completion of electrical work on both the northbound and southbound QEW, within the City of Hamilton
  and the City of Burlington.

  The Burlington Skyway Niagara Bound structure will be rehabilitated in three main stages with all four lanes maintained during daytime and nightly lane closures as required. During each stage there will be single lane closures on the QEW throughout the weekends (Friday Night to Monday morning, approximately eight weekends per construction season) to rehabilitate the middle portions of the deck. Three lanes will be maintained over the Skyway structure during these weekend lane closures. Construction is expected to last for 3 years, and is anticipated to start in Spring 2024 with completion by Fall 2026.

  Please note that www.511on.ca is also a great resource for travel, construction/maintenance closures and activities on the provincial highways.

  If you wish to obtain additional information or provide comments, please contact one of the Project Team members listed below:

  Ben Hui, P.Eng., M. Eng.

  Senior Project Manager - WSP Canada Inc.

  6925 Cenury Ave, Floor 6,

  Mississauga, ON L5N 7K2

  Tel: 289-835-2506

  e-mail: [email protected]

  Alice Kam. P.Eng

  Senior Project Manager

  Ontario Ministry of Transportation

  159 Sir William Hearst Ave. 4th Floor

  Downsview, ON M3M 0B7

  Tel: 437-227-5587

  e-mail: [email protected]

  Attachments

  Posting Dates

  10/23/2023 to 10/23/2026