A popular Halloween house in Orléans will be staying open for one more year, after a bylaw complaint nearly caused the family operating the display to end the annual tradition. Earlier this month, the Albert family said the Halloween display at their Pintail Terrace home may not return after a neighbour’s complaint prompted a bylaw investigation. In a post on Facebook on Friday, Pat Albert said the Halloween display will return for one final season. “We are thrilled to announce, with the unwavering support of everyone and the dedication of the township, that we will be reopening for this final year,” Pat Albert said. A 26-year-long tradition, the Halloween display at the Albert family’s Pintail Terrace home has raised over $100,000 for CHEO and entertained thousands of families. “This year, let’s make this the biggest turnout and biggest donation we have ever given CHEO,” Albert said. “You guys are amazing, and again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting us.” Officials with Bylaw Services told CTV News their investigation found that several accessory structures in the display did not comply with zoning bylaws. Last week, city council approved a motion from Coun. Matthew Luloff directing Bylaw Services and Building Code Services staff to work with the Albert family to “review available regulatory and planning options that may permit the continued operation of the charitable Halloween display.” “To Matt Loluff, we want to express our heartfelt thanks for your tireless efforts in advocating for our cause and securing the township’s recognition of our hard work,” Albert wrote. The Albert family says it takes roughly two months to get their property ready for Halloween, and the display normally runs between Oct. 1 and Halloween. With files from CTV’s Josh Pringle and Katie Griffin
