The Town of Cobourg would like to advise residents of the designation of 390 King Street East as a heritage property under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Take notice that, in accordance with Section 29(8) of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Cobourg at its meeting held on September 24, 2025 passed By-law 042-2025 (the “Designation By-law”) to designate the Subject Property at 390 King Street East as being of cultural heritage value or interest.
Description of Property
The Subject Property is legally described as HAMILTON CON A PT LOT 13, with a civic address of 390 King Street East. The property is located between the intersections of King Street & Cottesmore Avenue and King Street & Brook Road North. The Strathmore Hall estate fronts King Street East and is situated on the eastern corner of the property. Cottesmore Stables are located on the northwestern corner of the Subject Property, closer to Cottesmore Avenue. Winch Cottage is located centrally within the interior of the property.
Notice of Appeal
Any person who objects to the above noted by-law shall, within 30 days after the date of publication of this notice, file a Notice of Appeal with the Ontario Land Tribunal (the “Tribunal”) and the Clerk of the Town of Cobourg at the addresses set out below. The last day to make an appeal is November 7th, 2025.
The Notice of Appeal must set out:
1. the objection to the Designation By-law; and
2. the reasons in support of the objection to the Designation By-law.
The Notice of Appeal must be filed with both:
1. the Tribunal, accompanied by any fee charged by the Tribunal. Information regarding how to file with the Tribunal can be obtained on its website at https://olt.gov.on.ca; and
2. the Clerk of the Town of Cobourg either personally or by Regular Mail at the address below.
Service may be made digitally by email to clerk@cobourg.ca or blarmer@cobourg.ca or by delivery personally to the Town Clerk or by Regular Mail at the following address:
Brent Larmer, Clerk
Corporation of the Town of Cobourg
55 King Street
Cobourg ON K9A 2M2
Obtaining Additional Information
Additional information about Heritage Planning at the Town of Cobourg may be obtained by contacting Heritage Planning Town staff by e-mail at planninginfo@cobourg.ca.
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