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Cif o¢~ Committee of Adjustment
Meeting Minutes
• e. Wednesday, May 25, 2011
7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
Present:
Tom Copeland
David Johnson - Chair
Eric Newton - Vice-Chair
Bill Utton
Shirley Van Steen
Also Present:
Ross Pym, Secretary-Treasurer
Lesley Dunne, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer
• (1) Adoption of Agenda
Moved by Bill Utton
Seconded by Eric Newton
That the agenda for the Wednesday, May 25,'2011 meeting be adopted.
Carried Unanimously
(11) Adoption of Minutes
Moved by Eric Newton
Seconded by Shirley Van Steen
That the minutes of the 6th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held
Wednesday, May 4, 2011 be adopted.
Carried Unanimously
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(III) Reports
1. P/CA 16/11 - N. Johal
462 Toynevale Road
(Plan 350, Part Lot 121, now 40R-26017, Part 1 & 2)
City of Pickering
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036 to permit a proposed west
side yard width of 0.9 metres and a proposed east side yard width of 1.2 metres
to a proposed new detached dwelling, whereas the by-law requires a minimum
side yard width of 1.5 metres for both sides.
The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building
permit.
• The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending refusal for the proposed
west side yard width and approval for the proposed east side yard width subject
to conditions. Written comments were received from the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority indicating a permit may be required before development.
and no objection to the application.
Written comments were received from Vijay Gupta in objection to the proposed
side yard width requirements and indicated a large house-on a large lot, should
have adequate separation from the neighbouring housing units.
Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control
Manager expressing concerns with the potential impacts on the dwelling for the
abutting property as it is located close to the property line.
Jasbeer Johal, agent, was present to represent the application. James Clark of
1880 Bowler Drive, Brian Watson, agent of 460 Toynevale Road, Elio & Teresa
Violo of 468 Toynevale Road were present in objection to the application.
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Jasbeer Johal explained the proposed reduced side yard widths are to provide
extra living space and to have a 2 car garage. In response to a question from
residents Jasbeer Johal indicated plans of the proposed new detached dwelling
• where provided with the application submission.
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James Clark indicated his property is immediately to the east and questions why
the proposed dwelling cannot be built within the requirements of the zoning
by-law. James Clark expressed concern with the house design; location of the
air conditioner/gas meter and the impact they may have on his property.
Brian Watson indicated he is the agent for 460 Toynevale Road and expressed
concern that the garage is too close to the property line which may encroach on
their property and the quaintness of the neighbourhood as well as the view and
enjoyment of their property.
Elio & Teresa Violo indicated lots along Toynevale Road are very large with
extensive lawns that require tractors to properly maintain these properties and
therefore need appropriate access to the rear yards for machinery. Elio Violo
expressed concern that if the side yard widths are reduced the rear yard of the
subject property may not be properly maintained and may attract wild life from
the ravine at the rear of the property. Teresa Violo indicated that all property
• owners should respect the by-laws and should be able to design to comply.
Moved by Tom Copeland
Seconded by Eric Newton
That application P/CA 16/11 by N. Johal, be Approved on the grounds that the
proposed east side yard width of 1.2 metres is a minor variance that is desirable
for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general
intent and purpose of the Official Plan and zoning by-law, subject to the following
conditions:
1. That this variance apply only to the proposed new detached dwelling, as-
generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this
application.
2. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction by
May 24, 2013, or this decision shall become null and void.
And
That application P/CA 16/11 by N. Johal, be Refused on the ground that the
west side yard width of 0.9 metre to the proposed new detached dwelling is a
• major variance that is undesirable for the appropriate development of the land,
and not in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Zoning By-law.
Carried Unanimously
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2. P/CA 17/11 - OPB Realty Inc.
1355 Kingston Road
Part of Lots 21 and 22, Concession 1
City of Pickering
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law
5994/02 to permit an open air community market as a temporary use to be
operated once a week from June to October of 2011, whereas the by-law does
not specifically allow an open air community market as a permitted use on the
subject property.
The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to operate the open air
community market.
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The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
• Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to
conditions. Written comments were received from Peter Rodrigues, Regional
Councillor - Ward 3, Kevin Ashe, City Councillor - Ward 1 and Doug Dickerson,
City Councillor - Ward 2 in support of the application.
Written comments were also received from the City's Coordinator, Economic
Development indicating the Urban Markets are a much desired and needed
community activity, in keeping with the City's intent to create a vibrant downtown;
this is a great opportunity to engage and promote our local agricultural
community and, nurture sustained community partnerships; activities of this
nature create a sense of place and encourage pedestrian traffic in a healthy
downtown and the proposed location appears well suited to capture the majority
of downtown residential traffic, to be accessed by residents using local transit
and is easily supported by on-site parking.
Lorna Murphy, agent, was present to represent the application. Hugh Pearce of
1400 The Esplanade was present in objection to the location of the open air
market.
Lorna Murphy explained the farmers market will promote local farmers and will
have visual and performing arts performances and other family related activities.
In response to questions from a resident and Committee Members, Lorna
Murphy indicated the market will use less than 100 parking spaces and the
• location was chosen to promote walkability, easy access to transit. The market
will take place once a week (to be determined and finalized) and will run from
approximately 2:00 pm to 7:00 or 8:00 pm depending on the farmers availability;
the cleanup will be the responsibility of PTC staff.
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Hugh Pearce indicated he supports the open air market however expressed
concerns with the increased noise from the music; clean up; and the location of
the market and suggested it should be moved to the corner of Glenanna Road
and Pickering Parkway.
Moved by Shirley Van Steen
Seconded by Eric Newton
That application P/CA 17/11 by OPB Realty Inc., be Approved on the grounds
that the request to permit an open air community market as a temporary use, to
be operated once a week from June to October of 2011, is a minor variance that
is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the
general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to
the following conditions:
1. That this variance apply only to the open air community market, as generally
• sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application.
2. That the variance shall apply from a period between June 2011 to October
2011, and that this Decision shall become null and void on November 1, 2011.
3. That for the purpose of this variance an open air community market shall be
defined as an open area in which stalls, tent canopies, or sales areas are set
aside and rented or otherwise provided where groups of individual sellers
offer goods and produce, for sale to the public and will focus on food, arts
and culture.
Carried Unanimously
(IV) Adjournment
Moved by Bill Utton
Seconded by Shirley Van Steen
That the 7th meeting of 2011 the Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at
7:34 pm and the next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on
Wednesday, June 15, 2011.
• Carried Unanimously
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