Invitation to all – Wednesday, January 9 at City Hall 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Happy New Year Greetings to all! Please see below our FCA (Federation of Citizens Association)  invitation to all residents, community associations, city staff, councillors and interested citizens.Date:   Wednesday, January 9 Time:   6 to 8 p.m.This is an opportunity to combine 2 information/discussion sessions on planning matters :1.  6 p.m. Site Plan Control Proposed Changes  and2.  […]

Issue Forum – Spot Zoning

Its opponents say that spot zoning should not be permitted. that developers factor it in when negotiating land prices. Others say it allows the city an opportunity to negotiate community benefits — more height for more dollars. How will the new rules and processes in planning and appeals affect the occurrence of Spot Zoning? Can […]

FCA Awards 2018

The awards committee is seeking nominations for the awards presented annually at the June AGM. Up to three awards may be presented: Lifetime Achievement, FCA Contributor, or Builders. You can find a more detailed description of the awards on the awards page under “About Us” on this website or simply follow this link. Nominations are […]

FCA January 27 Planning workshop survey

Mark your calendars, FCA Planning workshop January 27th & short planning survey: Here’s your chance to chime in on how the city of Ottawa will prepare the next phase of the Official plan. The FCA will be hosting a workshop January 27th, at the Tom Brown Arena, 141 Bayview road, from 8:30am to 12:30. The […]

OMB reform – Bill 139 details

Passing of Bill 139 – the Building Better Communities and Conserving Watersheds Act, 2017   Please note that on December 12, the Legislative Assembly passed the Building Better Communities and Conserving Watersheds Act, 2017 which, among other matters, will replace the Ontario Municipal Board with a new tribunal, the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal, and helps […]