We support the recommendations of the Planning Department 1) not to permit 'backlot' or private lane development' and 2) not to 'restart the clock' on severances. Any action to the contrary will have serious detrimental effect on the health of lakes, groundwater, drainage, and traffic, as we have seen in countless other jurisdictions.
Further, these changes are substantive and do not constitute a review of the Official Plan as intended, but rather amount to a new plan altogether. Meaningful public consultation is required for major changes like these.