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Special Notices

TypeTitleDatesRoad ClosuresDetails
Road ClosureQueen Street between Valley Way and Ontario Avenue (Completed)5/20/2025 - 9/16/2025Full RoadMore Info
Road ClosureDetenbeck Road9/1/2025 - 10/10/2025Full RoadMore Info
Road ClosureKister Road at Ramsey Road9/15/2025 - 9/16/2025Full RoadMore Info

Public Notices

  • Pilot Project: Herbicide Spraying to Control Invasive Phragmites

    Description

    This initiative is being carried out in collaboration with the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA), neighbouring municipalities, local partners, and the Invasive Species Centre, Invasive Phragmites Action Fund through the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR).

    The City of Niagara Falls is launching a pilot vegetation management project aimed at controlling and eradicating Phragmites australis (Common Reed), an aggressive invasive species that threatens local ecosystems and infrastructure.

    Project Scope:
    Herbicide spraying will take place at select locations across the city, including parks, road allowances, and naturalized areas identified as high-risk for Phragmites infestation.

    Timing:
    Spraying will occur from mid-September to mid-October. All spraying activities are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of unfavourable conditions.

    Why Phragmites Control Matters:
    Phragmites spreads rapidly, displacing native plants, clogging waterways, and reducing biodiversity. This pilot project is part of a long-term strategy to restore ecological balance and improve public access to natural spaces.

    Safety and Compliance:
    - All herbicide applications will be conducted by licensed professionals.
    - Treatments will follow provincial and federal environmental regulations.
    - Signage and temporary closures will be posted at affected sites during spraying.

    Stay Informed:
    Residents are encouraged to visit the City’s website for for details.

    For more information, please contact:
    City of Niagara Falls – Municipal Works
    Phone: 905-356-1355
    Email: [email protected]
    Learn more on our Invasive Species webpage

    For additional information on invasive species and best management practices, please visit the Invasive Species Centre: https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca 

    Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/15/2025 to 10/31/2025
    • Notice of Neighbourhood Meeting (AM-2025-014) - 5259 Dorchester Road - Official Plan & Zoning By-Law Amendment Application

      Description

      An Official Plan and Zoning by-law Amendment application has been submitted to facilitate the development of 5 apartment dwellings, 3 mixed-use buildings, mini storage buildings, and a maintenance building.  A total of 1782 dwelling units are proposed.  Schedules 1 and 2 show details of the proposal.

      The subject lands are designated Major Commercial in accordance with the City’s Official Plan, and are located within the Morrison/ Dorchester Node. Standalone residential and mixed-use buildings are permitted in the Morrison/Dorchester Node, subject to the policies of the Official Plan, which currently permit a height of between 4 and 10 storeys, and a maximum density of 150 units per hectare.

      Please see notice for more information.

      Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

      Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/12/2025 to 10/2/2025
    • Notice of Application & Open House (AM-2025-013) - 3777, 3787, 3791-3815 Portage Road and 3828 St. Peter Street - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application

      Description

      Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications have been submitted to redesignate the lands from Major Commercial to Residential in the City’s Official Plan, to increase the density and height allowed in the Portage Road intensification corridor.

      The applicant is also requesting to rezone the lands from a Residential Apartment 5C (R5C) zone to a Residential site-specific Apartment 5F (R5F) zone.

      The applicant is requesting to increase the minimum lot area allowed for each unit,  decrease the required front yard, rear yard and the interior side yards, increase the number of apartment buildings allowed on a lot, decrease the parking requirement, decrease the interior side yard and rear yard for an accessory building or structure, and decrease the landscape/open space and the minimum amenity allowed for the apartment zone. 

      See attached notice for more information. 

      Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

      Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/12/2025 to 9/30/2025
    • Hydrant Flushing - 2025

      Description

      The City of Niagara Falls fire hydrant flushing program begin on March, 24 2025, and will continue on into the fall of 2025. This is performed as part of a scheduled preventative maintenance program to help maintain good water quality and to improve water flow in your neighbourhood. The flushing area has moved to the south west corner of Niagara Falls  (see map for further detail). If you reside in this area, you may notice a temporary decrease in your water pressure, and may experience discoloured water. If discolouration occurs, running a cold water tap closest to your water meter for a short period of time should alleviate the problem. Should you have any questions, concerns or persistent issues, please contact the Municipal Service Centre at 905-356-1355. The City’s Annual Water Report can be viewed online at www.niagarafalls.ca or in person at the Municipal Service Centre at 3200 Stanley Avenue.

      Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/9/2025 to 11/30/2025
    • Notice of Committee of Adjustment Public Meeting (A-2025-041) - 3318 Garner Road - Minor Variance Application

      Description

      The subject property known as 3318 Garner Road is located on the east side of Garner Road between Reta Street and Mountain Road.

      The applicant is requesting the Committee of Adjustment to consider minor variances from provisions of Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended, through a process permitted by Section 45(1) of the Planning Act (R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13).

      The applicant is requesting variances to recognize the existing 2-storey accessory building (shop) in the rear yard of the above noted property. The subject property is zoned Rural Zone, in part, and Agricultural Zone, in part, in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended.

      See the attached for details of the variances requested.

      Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

      Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/5/2025 to 9/24/2025
    • Notice of Committee of Adjustment Public Meeting (A-2025-036 & B-2025-016) 5961-6017 Valley Way - Minor Variance & Consent Applications

      Description

      The subject property known as 5961-6017 Valley Way is located on the north side of Valley Way between Drummond Road and Portage Road. The applicant is requesting the Committee of Adjustment to consider a consent under section 53 of the Planning Act (R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13) and a concurrent minor variance from a provision of Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended, through a process permitted by section 45(1) of the Planning Act (R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13).

      The applicant is proposing to convey Part 2 on Schedule 1 to re-establish a parcel that inadvertently merged on title, which contains an existing quadruplex. The lands subject to the proposed severance are zoned Residential Mixed Zone in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200. A previous application for this property was deferred by the Committee of Adjustment at the July 22, 2025 meeting. This application, proposes only to re-establish the lot line of Part 2, and to obtain the necessary minor variance for this specific severance.

      See the attached for details of the variances & consent requested.

      Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

      Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/5/2025 to 9/24/2025
    • Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2025-002) 4965, 4971, 4981 Stanley Avenue & 5516 Morden Avenue - Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment Application

      Description

      An Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications have been submitted to increase the density allowed in the Official Plan and to rezone the subject lands to a site-specific Residential Apartment 5F Density (R5F) zone to allow for the 6 storey, 73-unit apartment building with 454 sq. m. of commercial uses on the first floor.

      The subject lands are designated Residential in the City’s Official Plan. The subject properties are currently zoned Neighbourhood Commercial (NC) and Residential 1C Density (R1C) in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended.

      The applicant is requesting to add neighbourhood commercial uses located entirely on the first floor. The applicant is requesting a reduction of the front yard depth, increase in lot coverage, reduction in parking standard for residential use, increase of canopy projects into required front yard, increase of balcony projection into the required front yard, and a reduction of the landscape open space. A future deeming by-law will be required to deem the full lots not to be in a plan of subdivision to merge the properties.

      Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

      Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/5/2025 to 10/8/2025
    • Notice of Application for Variance to Sign By-Law (SV-2025-002)- 4357 River Road - Sign Variance Application

      Description

      An application has been submitted for a variance from the Sign By-law to permit the replacement of an existing pylon sign in the same location.  The Sign By-law states that a pylon sign is not permitted within 1.5 metres of a streetline/public sidewalk.  The applicant is requesting a pylon sign be permitted within 0.62 metres of a streetline/public sidewalk. See Schedule 1 in attached notice for details.

      Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/5/2025 to 9/27/2025
    • Notice of Committee of Adjustment Public Meeting (A-2025-039) - 2626 Mewburn Road - Minor Variance Application

      Description

      The subject property known as 2626 Mewburn Road is located on the south side of Mountain Road, at the intersection of Mewburn
      Road and Mountain Road. The applicant is requesting the Committee of Adjustment to consider minor variances from provisions of Zoning By-law No. 79- 200, as amended, through a process permitted by Section 45(1) of the Planning Act (R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13).

      The applicant has received Site Plan Approval and building permits to construct a 4-storey, 60-unit apartment dwelling on the subject property. However, the applicant is now proposing to increase the total number of dwelling units to 66. Three townhouse dwelling units already exist on the property. The subject property is zoned Residential Low Density, Grouped Multiple Dwellings (R4-1058) Zone, in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended by site specific By-law No. 2019-55.

      See the attached for details of the variances requested.

      Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

      Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/5/2025 to 9/24/2025
    • Notice of Virtual Delegated Public Meeting (AM-2025-018) - Part 7972 Thorold Townline Road - Minor Zoning By-law Amendment Application

      Description

      A Minor Zoning By-law Amendment application has been submitted for part of 7972 Thorold Townline Road. The proposal is to permit the use of the existing mobile dock facilities, leased and operated by FedEx on the north side of the property, as well as installing additional mobile dock facilities.

      The subject lands are zoned Heavy Industrial (HI-202) Zone, in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended by By-law No. 1989-266. The applicant is requesting to place the northern part of the subject property under a new site-specific Heavy Industrial Zone to add the use of a Distribution Warehouse/Depot, and Truck Transport of Goods. Schedule 1 (in attached notice) shows details of the proposal. The remainder of the site will continue to be used for a single detached dwelling. 


      Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

      Attachments

      Posting Dates

      9/3/2025 to 9/25/2025
    • Commercial Water Meter Survey Program

      Description

      The City of Niagara Falls is working with Neptune Technology Group to survey large, commercial water meters. This program is required under City By-Law 2024-033. There is no charge for this survey. Neptune will begin reaching out to affected property owners on behalf of the City. If you receive a letter, please know it’s part of this official City initiative.

      The letter will provide instructions on arranging the survey with Neptune and what to expect. The survey will take approximately 1-2 hours to complete and should not impact your water service.

      Prior to the survey:

      To ensure a fast and efficient survey, it is important that you:

      1. Know the location of your existing building control shut-off valve.
      2. Test your valves to ensure they are operational.
      3. Ensure the area is accessible and clear of any debris or obstructions to provide easy access to and around the
        incoming water service.

      Once information from your survey has been assessed, Neptune will contact you should there be any maintenance
      deemed necessary by the City of Niagara Falls.

      Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

      Municipal Works Department
      905-356-7521 x 6510

      Attachments

        Posting Dates

        9/3/2025 to 10/6/2025
      • Notice of Construction - Thundering Waters Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation

        Description

        Niagara Region is proceeding with rehabilitation to the Thundering Waters Trunk Sanitary Sewer along Oldfield Road and a utility easement in between John Daly Way to Dorchester Road in the City of Niagara Falls. Construction work will consist of the rehabilitation of 1.8 kms of concrete sewer and manholes along the Thundering Waters sewer system.
        The Region has retained Insituform Technologies for this construction project and Robinson Consultants to provide the construction administration and inspection services.
        Project Status
        Construction is anticipated to begin September 8, 2025 and is expected to be completed by June 2026.

        What to Expect

        • Residents can expect construction vehicles and related truck traffic, and a degree of construction-related noise, dust and short-term inconvenience. During the lining process the Contractor will also be required to work night shifts and 24/7 operations for brief periods.
        • Odours from the resin used to line the sewer may be noticeable during the rehabilitation phase of this work. Although low levels of this harmless odour may be noticeable at times, it presents no risk to human health.
        • Construction and traffic signage will be posted and public services such as emergency services, garbage/recycling collection and school buses will be advised of the construction work.
        • Construction lane restrictions, lane closures and road closures resulting in traffic delays are expected but will be minimized. Alternate routes around the construction zone will be posted and should be followed.
        • No planned service interruptions to water, wastewater, electricity, or gas are expected. During the sewer lining process, residents will be asked to minimize water usage.
        • There will be no changes to garbage, recycling, and organic collection as a result of the construction. If needed, the contractor will carry bins to a more accessible location and return once emptied. Residents should label their bins to ensure they are not misplaced.

        We appreciate your cooperation and patience during this time of inconvenience.

        Visit the project webpage at https://niagararegion.ca/projects/thundering-waterssewer-rehabilitation/default.aspx for further details as construction progresses. Any questions about this project should be directed to:

        Project Team


        Derek Falardeau-Mercier, P.Eng.
        Manager Water & Wastewater Design and Development
        Niagara Region
        905-401-8392
        [email protected]

        Sinan Omari, P.Eng. (Contractor)
        Senior Project Manager
        Insituform Technologies Ltd
        289-439-5683
        24hr Contact Center: 905-523-2605

        Lauren Young, P.Eng. (Consultant)
        Senior Project Manager
        Robinson Consultants
        289-527-5927
        [email protected]

        Attachments

        Posting Dates

        9/2/2025 to 6/30/2026
      • Notice of Application & Open House (AM-2025-017) - 5763 Desson Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment

        Description

        A Minor Zoning By-law Amendment application has been submitted for 5763 Desson Avenue and the vacant lot directly to the south that have historically been used together as one residential property, although they are legally two separate lots.

        The proposal is to permit the existing single detached dwelling for the use of one Vacation Rental Unit, and converting an  accessory building on the southern lot, to a residential dwelling for the use of one Vacation Rental Unit, bringing the existing buildings into compliance with the City’s Zoning By-law 79-200.

        The subject lands are zoned Deferred Tourist Commercial (DTC) under Zoning By-law 79-200. The applicant is requesting to place the lands under a site-specific DTC zone to add the use of a Vacation Rental Unit on each lot.

        Schedule 1 (in attached notice) shows details of the proposal. The application proposes to address minimum front yard depth, minimum  interior side yard width on each side, and projection of accessory buildings and accessory structures on the existing dwelling lot. On the  vacant lot the application proposes to address minimum front yard depth, minimum rear yard depth, minimum interior side yard, and accessory buildings or structures in the front yard, through the Minor Zoning By-law amendment application, the properties will be brought into compliance with Zoning Bylaw 79-200.

        See the attached for more information. 

        Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

        Attachments

        Posting Dates

        8/29/2025 to 9/25/2025
      • Notice of Road Closure - Detenbeck Road

        Description

        Effective Tuesday September 2, 2025 at 7am -

        The Detenbeck Road Bridge Replacement Project will require the closure of the road.  The work will be done by Rankin Construction and may last for approximately 40 days, weather permitting.  An alternative travel route has been created.  Please see the attachment for further details

        Attachments

        Posting Dates

        8/29/2025 to 10/10/2025
      • Notice of Community Stakeholder Open House - Lundy's Lane

        Description

        This meeting is being held to gain an understanding from community stakeholders about the priorities for the area moving forward, specifically focused on the following topic areas:

        • The future vision for Lundy’s Lane.
        • Zoning and land use policies.
        • Motel conversions to residential uses.
        • Understanding the impact of change on
          businesses, social services and the historic
          character of Lundy’s Lane.
        • Affordable housing.

        Please see attached notice for more information. 

        Attachments

        Posting Dates

        8/22/2025 to 9/18/2025
      • REVISED Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2025-007) - 5969 & 5981 Dunn Street - Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment

        Description

        Please be advised that this is a revised Notice of Public Meeting indicating a new Council Meeting date and the required Official Plan Amendment.

        ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

        An Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment application has been submitted to facilitate the development
        of 3 on-street townhouse units with frontage on Orchard Ave. Schedule 1 (attached) shows the details of the proposed development.

        The subject lands are currently zoned Residential Low Density Grouped Multiple Dwelling (R4) zone. The application proposes to rezone the property to a site-specific R4 zone to permit on-street townhouses, a reduced lot area, lot frontage, rear yard depth, interior side yard depth, privacy yard depth, increased lot coverage and maximum height.

        The subject lands are designated Residential and are located within the Dunn Street Intensification Corridor in accordance with the City of Niagara Falls Official Plan. Pending a severance application, the proposed on-street townhouse dwellings will have frontage on Orchard Avenue where a density range of 20-40 units per hectare is permitted. A density of 45.9 units per hectare is proposed and as such, an Official Plan Amendment is required.

        See the attached notice for more information.

        Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

        Attachments

        Posting Dates

        8/15/2025 to 9/17/2025
      • Notice of Construction - Contract# 2025-501-19 Elm Street, Maple Street and Homewood Avenue

        Description

        The City of Niagara Falls, has retained Alfidome Construction to complete a sewer separation, watermain replacement and full road reconstruction in this area (see attached notice for map view).  The work is scheduled to commence on or about April 21st, 2025 and will be continuous until completion, approximately late December 2025, weather permitting.

        For further information you may contact Eric Lallouet, Senior Project Manager, at 905-356-7521 ext 4216 or [email protected] .

        Attachments

        Posting Dates

        4/4/2025 to 12/31/2025
      • Notice of Commencement - Portage Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation

        Description

        Niagara Region is carrying out the preliminary and detailed design of improvements to the Portage Trunk Sewer, located in the City of Niagara Falls.

        The Portage Trunk Sewer is located along a hydro corridor between the rear yards of Sheldon Street and Darcy Crescent / Maplewood Avenue. Sewage is discharged from the Kalar Road Sewage Pumping Station into the trunk sewer at an access chamber located south of the rear fence line at 6606 Sheldon Street. The sewer continues eastward for approximately 1.3 kilometers before discharging to the Stamford Interceptor and ultimately the Niagara Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant.

        The detailed design is anticipated to be completed by winter 2025.

        Visit the project webpage at https://www.niagararegion.ca/projects/portage-trunk-sewer-rehabilitation/default.aspx for further details as the design progresses. 

        Any questions about this project should be directed to:

        Robert Stret, P.Eng. PMP
        Project Manager, Water and Wastewater Engineering
        Niagara Region
        905-980-6000 ext. 3190
        [email protected]

        Patrick Moskwa
        Project Manager
        Robinson Consultants
        905-304-0080 ext. 225
        [email protected]

        Attachments

          Posting Dates

          7/4/2024 to 12/31/2025
        • QEW Burlington Skyway Southbound Lane Structural Rehabilitations & NB and SB Electrical Work (GWP 2385-15-00)

          Description

          The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained WSP Canada Inc. (WSP) to undertake the Detail Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study (Class EA) for the structural rehabilitations of the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) Burlington Skyway southbound lane and the completion of electrical work on both the northbound and southbound QEW, within the City of Hamilton
          and the City of Burlington.

          The Burlington Skyway Niagara Bound structure will be rehabilitated in three main stages with all four lanes maintained during daytime and nightly lane closures as required. During each stage there will be single lane closures on the QEW throughout the weekends (Friday Night to Monday morning, approximately eight weekends per construction season) to rehabilitate the middle portions of the deck. Three lanes will be maintained over the Skyway structure during these weekend lane closures. Construction is expected to last for 3 years, and is anticipated to start in Spring 2024 with completion by Fall 2026.

          Please note that www.511on.ca is also a great resource for travel, construction/maintenance closures and activities on the provincial highways.

          If you wish to obtain additional information or provide comments, please contact one of the Project Team members listed below:

          Ben Hui, P.Eng., M. Eng.

          Senior Project Manager - WSP Canada Inc.

          6925 Cenury Ave, Floor 6,

          Mississauga, ON L5N 7K2

          Tel: 289-835-2506

          e-mail: [email protected]

          Alice Kam. P.Eng

          Senior Project Manager

          Ontario Ministry of Transportation

          159 Sir William Hearst Ave. 4th Floor

          Downsview, ON M3M 0B7

          Tel: 437-227-5587

          e-mail: [email protected]

          Attachments

            Posting Dates

            10/23/2023 to 10/23/2026