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Overbrook easements spur fiery debate

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Angry residents cite loss of property, crime fears
By Matthew Pearson, The Ottawa Citizen April 13, 2010

Resident after resident — some who said they’ve lived in the neighbourhood longer than many of the houses have had indoor plumbing — slammed the proposal during the boisterous two-hour meeting.
The city’s plan is to tuck rows of unsightly garages in front of homes out of view. It’s hoped that a more picturesque streetscape will emerge as more new homes with rear garages are built.

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Overbrook Easements Spur Fiery Debate

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Angry residents cite loss of property, crime fears
By Matthew Pearson, The Ottawa CitizenApril 13, 2010
Resident after resident — some who said they’ve lived in the neighbourhood longer than many of the houses have had indoor plumbing — slammed the proposal during the boisterous two-hour meeting.
The city’s plan is to tuck rows of unsightly garages in front of homes out of view. It’s hoped that a more picturesque streetscape will emerge as more new homes with rear garages are built.

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Back-lane plan irks residents of Overbrook

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City wants to reclaim property in bid to get garages off street

By Mohammed Adam, The Ottawa Citizen April 12, 2010
“It’s obvious this is a major change, and change is always difficult for people,” Legendre said. “But I think it is a good idea. We will end up with a much improved and superior streetscape.”
Many residents, however, see it differently, saying the proposal is no more than an ill-conceived plan to turn Overbrook into New Edinburgh.
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