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| The retaining wall at the home of 1301 Hochelaga St. W. that runs along 13th Avenue Northwest has been in place for 20 years. It is seen on the afternoon of June 17, 2014. Times-Herald photo by Lisa Goudy |
A retaining wall that’s been in place for 20 years, contrary to a city bylaw, is not going anywhere.
After receiving a complaint of the retaining wall extending to the curb at 1301 Hochelaga St. W., city administration checked with city engineers for buildings permits and with the parks and recreation department for boulevard approval. No such approval or permit was found.
As there is no city sidewalk at the location and it’s within the 1.5 meters of the curb, the bylaw enforcement office sent owner Ronald Pohl a letter instructing him to remove the structure. A city report also said the structure prevents the passenger door of vehicles legally parking on 13th Avenue Northwest from opening.
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