The Town of Bracebridge is currently considering a proposal which would see 12 dwelling units added to an existing neighbourhood on Maple Street.
The proposal was submitted by Akram Hanna and Nevin Abd Elshehied, the owners of the property located at 253 Maple Street, and reviewed by council during the Feb. 4 planning and development committee meeting.
According to Olivia Matthews, senior planner with the Town, the units are proposed to be built on a 1.3-acre lot with approximately 24 meters of frontage on Maple Street.
The proposal consists of six semi-detached buildings to be built alongside the existing detached home, totalling 13 dwelling units, all of which would be accessed via a shared condominium road.
Additionally, the proposed development design will accommodate the required parking on the proposed lot, reducing the need for on-street parking.
The project has sparked significant concern among local residents, resulting in multiple written submissions opposing the development from those living near the site.
During the meeting, members of the public also voiced their concerns about increased noise and the environmental impact on local trees the project would have if approved, while also requesting a formal town hall meeting to further discuss the project.
As a result, council will revisit the proposal for further discussion during a future council meeting.
