Stoneridge Hills 2nd Addition Expansion: from 34 to 60 lots
On February 9th, a divided Dundas City Council approved significant amendments for the Stoneridge Hills 2nd Addition, increasing the number of lots from 34 to 60.
By block level analysis, this will be the densest R1 zoned residential area in Dundas.
Who voted for these changes?
- Mayor Glen Switzer
- Council member Grant Modory
- Council member Ashley Gallagher
Who voted against these change?
- Council Member Luke Swartwood
- Council Member Luke LaCroix
Timeline of Events:
Discover the timeline of key decisions:
January 15th Planning Commission Meeting: The Planning Commission considered significant amendments to the PUD to allow the Stoneridge Hills project to expand from 34 to 60 lots. The developer plans to partner with "reputable" national builder DR Horton to build slab-on-grade two story homes of 3-4 models - click HERE for example. The initial market for this development was described as "active seniors" and "empty nesters" with prices averaging above $400k. The commission recommended the city ask the developer to reduce the number of lots.
February 9th City Council Meeting: The developer informed the city council they would not reduce the number of lots and also requested the creation of a TIF district to reimburse them for infrastructure costs. Narrative shifted from "empty nesters" and "active seniors" to being described as affordable workforce housing, aimed at teachers, police officers, young families, and others priced out of the current market. This change in language aligns with statutory requirements for creating a TIF district and requires buyers to be income qualified.
Income Limits to Qualify as Workforce Housing and Justify a TIF District
Is a 400k+ house affordable at these limits?
Make your voice heard: April 13th at 7 pm
Your participation is crucial! Join us on April 13th at 7 PM at Dundas City Hall to hold our government accountable. This is your opportunity to express your opinions and concerns directly to the City Council. For more details on how to effectively share your thoughts, visit our "How You Can Speak at Meetings" page.
Tell Dundas City Council you don't want this -
Copy and paste the text below and click on the red link to the right (below for mobile) - select City Council from the drop down and paste in the pink box.
I oppose both the proposed amendments that would increase the number of residential lots in the Stoneridge Hills 2nd Addition development and the use of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to support it. Increasing density beyond typical R-1 neighborhood patterns raises concerns about compatibility with the character of existing neighborhoods, and public subsidy should only be used when there is a clear public benefit. I respectfully ask the City Council to reject both the density amendments and the proposed TIF assistance for Stoneridge Hills 2nd Addition.
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