Dear Editor:
I am deeply concerned about zoning bylaw amendments in Centre Wellington to change the “C1” Central Business District Commercial that will allow three storey buildings to be changed to accommodate five storey buildings.
These bylaws are in place for a very good reason, to protect the integrity of our downtown core.
Five storey buildings will tower over existing buildings and will severely impact the privacy of existing homes and businesses. In my opinion, they will stick out like a sore thumb!
I realize that we need to increase affordable residential housing and if we really require taller buildings of this magnitude may I suggest that they be built away from current residential homes and not ruin the landscape of our downtown.
I implore Centre Wellington Township to be very mindful of approving these current development applications. This will set a precedent and will forever ruin the beautiful fabric of our downtown core. It will also severely impact current residential and business properties that have been established for years.
There is no date set yet for a public meeting to address these amendments, so if anyone else shares my concerns, please be vigilant and watch for the notice to attend this meeting.
Thank you for your heartfelt consideration when reviewing the development applications for our stunning jewel, our historic town of Fergus.
Debbie Ostic,
Fergus