6.25 Modular Construction

6.24.3 A garden suite shall meet the maximum height requirements for accessory buildings as per Section 9.2.

6.24.4 A garden suite shall be located a minimum of 2.0m (6.6ft) from the principal dwelling or another accessory building.

6.24.5 The Development Authority shall assess the appropriateness of a garden suite when exercising discretion in considering an application including, but not limited to:

a) The siting of the building in relation to compatibility with other developments in the vicinity;

b) The massing of the building in comparison to other buildings on site and in the vicinity; and

c) The design, character, and appearance of the building.

6.25 MODULAR CONSTRUCTION

6.25.1 Dwellings built by modular construction shall fit the building character of the neighbourhood to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.

6.25.2 The design, character, and appearance of modular dwellings shall be consistent with the purpose of the district in which the building is located and shall take into account any other buildings existing in the vicinity.

6.25.3 The Development Authority may, at their discretion, place other conditions on a development permit, including the requirement that the developer provide landscaping, fencing, drainage attenuation, or other such matters they consider necessary if, in their opinion, the conditions would serve to improve the quality or compatibility of the proposed development.

6.25.4 The quality of the completed dwelling shall be at least equal to the quality of other dwellings in the area.

6.25.5 The dwelling shall have a main entrance located on the front facade fronting the public street. Entrances shall be visibly dominant and shall utilize architectural treatments such as steps, porches, canopies, and enhanced doorways to contribute positively to the neighbourhood image.

6.25.6 The dwelling shall comply with the following architectural guidelines:

a) A minimum width from exterior wall to exterior wall facing the front property line of 7.6m (25.0ft);

b) A maximum length to width ratio of 3:1;