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* 46 Cato Road, Glenwood

Posted on 12 June, 2025

Enforcement Under Way – Contravention Order Issued

Date when complaint was first laid: May 2025

Nature of complaint: Illegal Building and illegal re-zoning as a business

Details of complaint: The new homeowner has converted the residential home into multiple flat units as well as ripped out the pool at the back of the yard and built a second house with multiple units. Part of the new building wall is actually the back fence of property. New construction was not discussed or consent given by neighbors. Parts of the old house were renovated poorly and roof tiles are falling into neighbouring properties

Details of evidence given to the municipality: TBA

Progress: A ‘stop work’ order has been issued. A follow-up visit will take place and if work has continued then the matter will be escalated to law enforcement.

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