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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 4, 2011 Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 4, 2011 7:30 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe Present: Mayor Ryan Councillors: K. Ashe D. Dickerson J. O'Connell' D. Pickles P. Rodrigues Absent: B. McLean Also Present: T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer N. Carroll - Director, Planning & Development M. Wouters - Manager, Development Review & Urban Design D. Wylie - Senior Planner - Policy 1. James - Planner II A. Yearwood - Planner I M. Yeung - Planner I L. Roberts - Committee Coordinator (1) Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. (II) Part'A' Information Reports Marg Wouters, Manager, Development Review & Urban Design gave an outline of the requirements for a Statutory Meeting under the Planning-Act. She outlined the notification process procedures and also noted that if a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the City before the by-law is passed, that person or public body are not entitled to appeal the decision of City Council to the Ontario Municipal Board, and may not be entitled to be added as a party to the hearing unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. 1 Cif Planning & Development A~ Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 4, 2011 7:30 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe 1. Zoning By-law Amendment - A 7/10 Pickering-Brock Centre Inc. 1755-1805 Pickering Parkway & 1842 Notion Road (Concession 1 South Part Lot 17, 18 Now 40R-20443 Part 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11), City of Pickering A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above noted application. Deborah Wylie, Senior Planner - Policy, gave an overview of zoning amendment application A 7/10. Harry Froussios of Zelinka Priamo Ltd. appeared on behalf of the applicant in support of the application. He noted the rezoning of the vacant lands will enhance the existing shopping centre, allow it to remain more competitive and would provide for a more modern look. A question and answer period ensued. Avi Zucker, Smart Centres appeared before the Committee on behalf of First Simcha, 1899 Brock Road. She advised that they had recently received the completed reports and studies submitted in support of the application and were reviewing them, anticipating written comments to be provided to the City by January 10th No members of the public spoke in support or opposition to the application. A letter was received from Coco Paving Inc., located at 77 Orchard Park Road Ajax dated December 30, 2010, noting a number of issues it requested be taken .into consideration during the processing of the application and also requesting notification of all future meetings and decisions of Council respecting this matter. A letter was received from 2126113 Ontario Ltd., operating as End of the Roll, within the shopping centre, dated December 31, 2010 expressing concerns with the impact of this application on their business and to request that their concerns be taken. into consideration before final approval is given on this application. 2. Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 6/10 C. Bollmann 3325 Highway 7, Kinsale (North Part Lot 2, Concession 5) City of Pickering 2 City Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 4, 2011 7:30 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above noted application. Mila Yeung, Planner I gave an overview of zoning amendment application A 6/10. Corrine Bollmann, applicant; appeared before the Committee in support of the application. She noted the reason for the application was to provide for a three year extension of the current temporary use zoning by-law to permit the continuation of the dog daycare and boarding facility with accessory retail use. Frank Filippelli, 3315 Highway 7 and his architect Ferdinand Wagner appeared before the Committee in support of the application. Ferdinand Wagner questioned under what circumstances the by-law would not be approved. Staff provided clarification. 3. Zoning Amendment Application A 8/10 P. Albanese 1448 Rougemount Drive (Part of Lot 16, Plan 228) City of Pickering A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above noted application. Ashley Yearwood, Planner I gave an overview of zoning amendment application A 8/10. Franco Lobozzo future owner of the proposed new dwelling to be constructed on the severed property appeared before the Committee on behalf of the applicant in support of the application and to answer any questions. A question and answer period ensued with additional information being requested on lot sizes in the neighbourhood and the intended siting of the new dwelling proposed for the severed property. No members of the public appeared in support or opposition to the application. 4. Zoning Amendment Application A 9/10 M. Rajadurai 1975 Guild Road (Lots. 36 and 37, Plan 316) City of Pickering 3 Citq oo _ Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes PICKERING Tuesday, January 4, 2011 7:30 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above noted application. Ashley Yearwood, Planner I gave an overview of zoning amendment application A 9/10. Muky Rajadurai, the applicant appeared before the Committee in support of the application. He indicated that he is an experienced custom home builder with a recent infill project in Pickering, and that the two new two storey detached dwellings he proposed to construct on the lands would complement existing homes in the area. Maggie Mamczur, 1977 Guild Road appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application noting her concerns with construction noise and potential property damage that may result from the proposed development. She also noted her concern with the current shared driveway condition between her property and 1975 Guild Road. She also questioned the time frame for completion 'of construction and noted that she has experienced problems with contractors working on this property in the past. She also noted concerns with respect to a decrease in her property value should the new proposed development be out of character with the smaller residences that currently exist on the street. David Powell, 1985 Guild Road appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. He noted he has lived here since 1987 and advised that this application is not in the best interests of the community. He noted that the wholesale redevelopment of the area would be preferable to properties being redeveloped individually over time, indicating that this application on its own would make his property less desirable. A question and answer period ensued. Muky Rajadurai provided clarification with respect to residents' concerns. He noted fencing and gates would be constructed during the construction phase to address property damage issues and that his redevelopment plans include a clear separation of the current shared driveway condition. He noted the timeframe for construction completion would be three to four months from the start of excavation and that use of Guild Road would be minimized. He also indicated his willingness to communicate with the surrounding neighbours. 4 Citq oo Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 4, 2011 7:30 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe (III) Part 'B- Planning & Development Reports 1. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 01-11 Proposed Wireless Cell Tower Installation Rogers Wireless 5025 Sideline 8 (Part of Lot 7 & 8 Concession 9), City of Pickering Discussion ensued with respect to the public notification requirements of Industry Canada for cell tower proposals and the extent of Council's authority with respect to cell tower installations. Staff provided clarification, noting that Rogers is responsible to undertake public notice in accordance with Industry Canada's requirements and must consult with the City as part of its process. The City does not hold approval authority over cell tower installations as it is within Federal jurisdiction. Recommendation Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Mayor Ryan 1. That Report PD 01-11 of the Director, Planning Development be received; 2. That Rogers Wireless be advised that City Council has no objection to the proposed 60 metre high cell tower installation at 5025 Sideline 8; and 3. Further, that the City Clerk advise Rogers Wireless accordingly. Carried 2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 02-11 Proposed Demolition of Listed Heritage Structures on Federal Lands Discussion ensued with respect to the funding, by the Federal Government, of this and future heritage structure reviews, and the need for alternative solutions to the demolition of heritage properties. Concerns were raised with the need to obtain a commitment from the Federal Government to pre-fund future City heritage structure reviews for buildings located on Federal lands, the need to send a strong message to the Federal Government respecting Council's opposition to the demolition of heritage structures on Federal lands, and the need to include a time limit for a response to the City's concerns. The Chief 5 Cieq o~ Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 4, 2011 7:30 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe Administrative Officer was requested to prepare a draft letter to Transport Canada. Recommendation Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor O'Connell 1. That Report PD 02-11 of the Director, Planning & Development respecting the proposed demolition by Transport Canada of nine structures listed on the Heritage Register, be received for information; 2. That the Federal Minister of Transportation be advised that the City of Pickering is concerned about the destruction of cultural heritage resources on the Pickering Lands Site; 3. That the Federal Minister of Transportation be requested to refrain from demolishing seven listed structures of heritage value, and particularly the two structures at 635 Uxbridge Pickering Townline Road and 5245 Sideline 28 noted within this report as having a high level of cultural heritage significance, until a decision regarding future plans for the Pickering Lands Site has been made and the potential for preservation of these structures can be fully considered; 4. That the Federal Minister of Transportation be requested to fully reimburse the City for its costs to undertake detailed heritage assessments of the nine buildings which are the subject of this report, and to fund future assessments required for the additional (100) buildings identified on the City of Pickering Heritage Register that are located on the Pickering Lands Site; 5. That Transport Canada be asked to reconvene the Local Heritage Steering Committee to complete its mandate to develop a heritage strategy for buildings deemed locally significant; and 6. Further, that the City Clerk forward a copy of Report PD 02-11 and resolution to the Federal Minister of Transportation, the Regional Director, Programs and Pickering Lands Branch, Transport Canada, the Region of Durham, the Region of York, the Towns of Markham and Uxbridge, MP Mark Holland and MPP Joe Dickson and the MPs and MPPs for Markham and Uxbridge. 6 Ciry 00 Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes PIGCE~ Tuesday, January 4, 2011 7:30 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe i Referred Later in the Meeting (see following motion) Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That Report PD 02-11 of the Director, Planning & Development be referred to the January 17, 2011 meeting of Council and that the Chief Administrative Officer consider wording to strengthen Council's position against the demolition of heritage buildings on the Federal lands and prepare a draft letter to Transport Canada for Council's review. Carried (IV) Other Business The Chief Administrative Officer was requested to action the following; 1) Councillor O'Connell questioned the current status of the pedestrian bridge link from the north landing on Pickering Parkway to the MPAC office building, with specific concern over accessibility and the need to provide elevator access where the bridge intersects with the MPAC building. 2) Councillor Pickles requested that staff follow up with Durham Region Police on the number of accident reports filed with respect to property damage in the area of Valley Farm Road between the 3rd Concession and Finch as a result of vehicles leaving the road and going through the fences. 3) Councillor Pickles questioned whether comments had been received with respect to possible parking restrictions on Rayleen Crescent and pedestrian crossing over Brock Road to the Pickering Islamic Centre located on Brock Road north of Finch Avenue. He requested a follow up prior to a staff report being forwarded to Council on this matter. 4) Councillor Dickerson requested a meeting be arranged with staff and Terry Dorgan regarding the Fair Wage Policy. (V) Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 9:35 pm. 7