211 Argyle Street - Development Agreement

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Consultation has concluded

On September 18, 2023, the owner of 211 Argyle Street known as the EastSide Village Home Park, applied to enter into a development agreement to:

  • formally recognize a number of short-term rental units that have been operating as such prior to implementation of legislative frameworks regulating the operations of short-term rental accommodations locally and province-wide; and
  • seek a blanket land use allowance to operate any new residential development that may be constructed at 211 Argyle Street as short-term rentals.

Short-term rentals help address specific housing needs. Short-term rentals can also put pressure on housing availability through conversions of existing housing stock and by increasing rental rates. Notwithstanding the applicant’s focus on developing new short-term rentals and conversions of existing long-term rental units over time, staff finds the proposal to align with the overarching direction regarding short-term rentals set out by Council in the Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) as the proposed DA:

  • will not significantly impact the housing supply of long-term rental housing;
  • allows for new housings that may be consistent with the established residential character of the neighbourhood; and
  • is intended to enable private reinvestment and associated ongoing physical improvements to this privately owned residential community.

On September 18, 2023, the owner of 211 Argyle Street known as the EastSide Village Home Park, applied to enter into a development agreement to:

  • formally recognize a number of short-term rental units that have been operating as such prior to implementation of legislative frameworks regulating the operations of short-term rental accommodations locally and province-wide; and
  • seek a blanket land use allowance to operate any new residential development that may be constructed at 211 Argyle Street as short-term rentals.

Short-term rentals help address specific housing needs. Short-term rentals can also put pressure on housing availability through conversions of existing housing stock and by increasing rental rates. Notwithstanding the applicant’s focus on developing new short-term rentals and conversions of existing long-term rental units over time, staff finds the proposal to align with the overarching direction regarding short-term rentals set out by Council in the Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) as the proposed DA:

  • will not significantly impact the housing supply of long-term rental housing;
  • allows for new housings that may be consistent with the established residential character of the neighbourhood; and
  • is intended to enable private reinvestment and associated ongoing physical improvements to this privately owned residential community.
Consultation has concluded

  • Notice of Approval

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    This is to serve notice that the Council of the Town of Yarmouth at its meeting on September 12th, 2024 at 6:30 pm, at Yarmouth Town Hall, 400 Main Street, approved the following:

    Development Agreement for 211 Argyle Street

    The owner of 211 Argyle Street (PID# 90216151) applied to enter into a Development Agreement to allow for short term rental accommodations at 211 Argyle Street known as the Eastside Village Park.

    14 Day Appeal Period

    Appeal may be made to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board within fourteen days (14) of the publication of this notice. Any aggrieved person, the Provincial Director of Planning or Council of an adjoining Municipality may, within the prescribed appeal period, appeal the decision of Council to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board in accordance with the Municipal Government Act.

    Dated September 25th, 2024

  • Notice of Public Hearing - September 12th, 2024

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    A Public Hearing will be held on Thursday, September 12th, 2024 at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers, located at 400 Main Street. Members of the public can attend and speak at the hearing or hand in written submissions. Written submissions can be emailed to admin@townofyarmouth.ca or delivered to Town Hall, and must be received by 12 pm (noon) on September 9th, 2024.

    What is the Hearing About?

    This Public Hearing will address the following item:

    Proposed Development Agreement for 211 Argyle Street

    The owner of 211 Argyle Street (PID# 90216151) applied to enter into a Development agreement to allow for short-term rental accommodations at 211 Argyle Street known as the Eastside Village Park.

    For more information, visit: GetInvolvedYarmouth.ca. You may also contact us by phone at (902) 742-1505 or by email planningadmin@townofyarmouth.ca. You may also obtain a copy of the Planner's reports at Town Hall, 400 Main Street.