Town Council has refused a rezoning application for a former Port Elgin B&B to allow for two additional residential units.
The property owner, Scott Mitchell, apologized for not applying for a Building Permit to convert a garage into an accessory apartment unit, stating he was "sorry" and promised to never do it again.
He asked for relief from the Zoning Bylaw to recognize an existing upstairs residential unit and to convert an existing garage into an additional residential unit.
Despite the apology, the Council defeated a staff recommendation to approve the rezoning request, citing the need to adhere to zoning regulations.
Author's summary: Council refuses rezoning application despite apology.