Noise, pollution and moving to Newfoundland
Dear Ane,
My wife has family in Newfoundland and based on the 5 times I have been there, I know you will love the fresh air and friendly people.
If I had to deal with fuel fumes and constant noise from that short distance to the airport - I think even I would be looking for another place to live.
When I considered South Beach many years ago, it was mainly due to proximity to work and I would be able to get rid of one vehicle entirely.
Sadly, I remember that when those units were advertised in the Toronto Star, the builder was very careful to show a picture of the condo right next to the western gap but with no airport a few hundred feet away. I phoned them to ask about the misleading photo and got the standard answer that passed the buck from one person to another.
I hoped that no one was buying a unit site unseen as they would at least expect a clear view of the lake and at worst NOT be expecting an airport next door.
For the record, I have NEVER bought the argument that the airport was there before the residents. In many cases, the TCCA was physically there before the wall of condos was erected from Bathurst to Yonge St. But, the airport was a different animal then and I would have excused anyone who bought a property not expecting too much inconvenience from the facility. On the other hand, I would argue that anyone who purchased a property near the airport - SINCE - the arrival of Porter may not have as much of an argument against the airport.
Any amount of due diligence prior to the purchase should have provided enough red flags to deter the buyer.
This comment does not absolve the TPA from making the facility as friendly as possible for all residents but I am only making a comment about those who chose to move close to the airport, knowing fully that there would be some compromises ahead.
I can say that I have never experienced the smell of jet fuel at home even though I am very close to the flight path. I think the fuel smell is more prevalent adjacent to the airport and not as strong when the aircraft are airborne. At its worst, I tolerate the noise and I can speak in the backyard 99.9% of the time.
My perspective has always been that the waterfront can still fulfill all of it's promise despite the airport.
My arguments about balance were part of that equation where people could work, live and relax on the waterfront - again, despite the airport.
I have taken many comments to heart and am starting to believe that the airport is indeed impacting the quality of life of many people. I hope that the TPA will do everything in their power to make the facility as neighborly as possible. I will continue to be available to Community Air and to any "bloggers" to help with any issues where my expertise can be useful in getting the TPA to live up to their responsibilities.
Take Care GOOD LUCK to Ane in finding a buyer!
Joe
My wife has family in Newfoundland and based on the 5 times I have been there, I know you will love the fresh air and friendly people.
If I had to deal with fuel fumes and constant noise from that short distance to the airport - I think even I would be looking for another place to live.
When I considered South Beach many years ago, it was mainly due to proximity to work and I would be able to get rid of one vehicle entirely.
Sadly, I remember that when those units were advertised in the Toronto Star, the builder was very careful to show a picture of the condo right next to the western gap but with no airport a few hundred feet away. I phoned them to ask about the misleading photo and got the standard answer that passed the buck from one person to another.
I hoped that no one was buying a unit site unseen as they would at least expect a clear view of the lake and at worst NOT be expecting an airport next door.
For the record, I have NEVER bought the argument that the airport was there before the residents. In many cases, the TCCA was physically there before the wall of condos was erected from Bathurst to Yonge St. But, the airport was a different animal then and I would have excused anyone who bought a property not expecting too much inconvenience from the facility. On the other hand, I would argue that anyone who purchased a property near the airport - SINCE - the arrival of Porter may not have as much of an argument against the airport.
Any amount of due diligence prior to the purchase should have provided enough red flags to deter the buyer.
This comment does not absolve the TPA from making the facility as friendly as possible for all residents but I am only making a comment about those who chose to move close to the airport, knowing fully that there would be some compromises ahead.
I can say that I have never experienced the smell of jet fuel at home even though I am very close to the flight path. I think the fuel smell is more prevalent adjacent to the airport and not as strong when the aircraft are airborne. At its worst, I tolerate the noise and I can speak in the backyard 99.9% of the time.
My perspective has always been that the waterfront can still fulfill all of it's promise despite the airport.
My arguments about balance were part of that equation where people could work, live and relax on the waterfront - again, despite the airport.
I have taken many comments to heart and am starting to believe that the airport is indeed impacting the quality of life of many people. I hope that the TPA will do everything in their power to make the facility as neighborly as possible. I will continue to be available to Community Air and to any "bloggers" to help with any issues where my expertise can be useful in getting the TPA to live up to their responsibilities.
Take Care GOOD LUCK to Ane in finding a buyer!
Joe
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