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Province dismisses short-term rental appeal
Posted on Friday, July 26, 2024 12:27 PM
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FORT ERIE (July 26, 2024) – On September 1, 2022, the Town of Fort Erie initiated a Short-Term Rental Land Use Study to develop and recommend a land use approach to directing and regulating short-term rentals within the Town’s boundaries. The work entailed in-depth research and public engagement, followed by the development of several options for consideration and, ultimately, a recommendation made to Town Council.
On January 29, 2024, Town Council adopted Official Plan...
Fort Erie Welcomes $10 Million Commercial Investment
Posted on Monday, June 03, 2024 02:43 PM
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FORT ERIE (June 3, 2024) – The Town of Fort Erie is delighted to announce the official ground-breaking construction of the long-awaited Ridgeway Centre, a new multi-use, retail commercial development at the intersection of Gorham Road and Dominion Road, servicing the Ridgeway, Crystal Beach, and Stevensville areas.
With an initial investment of $10 million, Phase 1 of the development includes 16,000 square feet of commercial space. The anchor tenants include McDonald’s and...
Ontario Land Tribunal supports Fort Erie's decision on housing development
Posted on Wednesday, May 01, 2024 01:45 PM
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FORT ERIE (May 1, 2024) – The Town of Fort Erie's decision to oppose a development proposal along its historic waterfront properties on Erie Road was upheld by the Ontario Land Tribunal. On Monday, April 29, 2024, the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) dismissed an appeal to amend the Town of Fort Erie’s Zoning By-law (No. 129-90) sought by Crystal Bay Cottages Inc. to permit the redevelopment of their property at 4409 Erie Road in the community of Crystal Beach. The proposal...
Fort Erie Solar Eclipse Glasses Raise 16,609 Donations
Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 09:50 AM
Fort Erie, Ontario - April 16, 2024—Through the distribution of ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses, the Town of Fort Erie has raised an astounding 16,609 donations leading up to the Total Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024. The effort directly supports the Town’s Strategic Plan pillar, “Quality of Life and Community Well-Being.”
Recognizing an opportunity to promote the eclipse and safe viewing, the Town of Fort Erie collected food and personal items, including toiletries, to aid those...
Fort Erie strengthens commitment to preserve and protect natural heritage
Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 06:52 PM
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FORT ERIE (March 20, 2023) – On March 18, 2024, the Town of Fort Erie Council approved By-law 33-2024: To Regulate the Destruction or Injuring of Trees within the Town of Fort Erie.
Town Council directed staff to initiate an updated “Tree by-law” that increases protection measures of natural heritage features, controls unnecessary tree removal, and identifies replanting obligations to preserve the vast urban area tree canopy in Fort Erie. Preservation of natural...
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