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Home My WebLink AboutJanuary 28, 2015 - CoACommittee of Adjustment Agenda Cttq o~ Meeting Number: 2 Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2015 (I) (II) (Ill) (IV) Adoption of Agenda Adoption of Minutes from January 7, 2015 Reports Committee of Adjustment Agenda Wednesday, January 28, 2015 7:00pm Main Committee Room Page Number 1-3 1. Tabled at the November 26, 2014 meeting 4-10 PICA 94114 C. Newton 631 Liverpool Road 2. PICA 02115 & PICA 03115 11-16 F. & J. Racz 317 Sheppard Avenue 3. PICA 04115 17-21 G. & S. MacGillivary 701 Cortez Avenue 4. PICA 05115 22-28 M. Labalestra & S. Mason 1246 Ilona Park Road 5. PICA 06115 29-33 M. Modica 557 Marksbury Road Adjournment Accessible •--For information related to accessibility requirements please contact: Lesley Dunne PICKE~G T. 905.420.4660, extension 2024 TTY 905.420.1739 Email ldunne@pickering.ca Pending Adoption Present: Tom Copeland David Johnson -Chair Eric Newton Bill Utton Shirley Van Steen -Vice-Chair Also Present: Melissa Markham, Secretary-Treasurer Lesley Dunne, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer (I) Adoption of Agenda Moved by Bill Utton Seconded by Eric Newton Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, January 7, 2015 0 1 7:00pm Main Committee Room That the agenda for the Wednesday, January 7, 2015 meeting be adopted. (II) Adoption of Minutes Moved by Tom Copeland Seconded by Eric Newton Carried Unanimously That the minutes of the 16th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held Wednesday, November 26, 2014 be adopted as amended. Carried Unanimously Page 1 of 3 Committee of Adjustment 0 2 Meeting Minutes (Ill) Reports 1. P/CA01/15 JMPM Holdings Ltd. 1635 Bayly Street Wednesday, January 7, 2015 7:00pm Main Committee Room The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, as amended by By-law 6974/09: • to permit an outdoor patio to be located outside of the building envelope with a minimum setback of 0.8 of a metre from the north lot line The applicant is requesting approval of this minor variance application in order to obtain Site Plan Approval to construct an outdoor patio in association with a proposed restaurant use. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined the staff recommendation from the City Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written comments were also received from the City's Engineering & Public Works Department expressing no concerns. Mike Eveleigh, agent, was present to represent the application. Catherine Hodge from the City of Pickering Economic Development Section of the City Development Department and Radi Khory of 1622 Bayly Street were present in favour of the application. Catherine Hodge stated that she has been working closely with the owners of 1635 Bayly Street to find tenants for the vacant commercial buildings on the property. She stated support for staff's recommendations and feels this development would help to transform the area and is in keeping with the urban design anticipated for the City Centre area. Radi Khory stated that he is happy to see businesses moving into the vacant commercial building and supports the variance application. Moved by Tom Copeland Seconded by Bill Utton That application PICA 01/15 by JMPM Holdings Ltd., be Approved on the grounds that the requested variance to permit an outdoor patio to be located outside of the building envelope with a minimum setback of 0.8 of a metre from the north lot line is minor in nature, 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: Page 2 of 3 Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes 0 3 Wednesday, January 7, 2015 7:00pm Main Committee Room 1. That the variance apply only to the proposed patio as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plan. 2. That the applicant obtains Site Plan Approval for the proposed patio by January 7, 2016 or this decision shall become null and void. Carried Unanimously (IV) Adjournment Date Chair Moved by Bill Utton Seconded by Eric Newton That the 1st meeting of the 2015 Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 7:06 pm and the next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2015. Carried Unanimously Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Page 3 of 3 From: Subject: Application Nilesh Surti, MCIP, HPP Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: PICA 94114 Meeting Date: January 28, 2015 (Tabled at the November 26, 2014 meeting) Manager, Development Review & Urban Design Committee of Adjustment Application PICA 94114 C. Newton 631 Liverpool Road The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2520, as amended by By-law 5938102: • to permit a commercial school on the subject lands, whereas the by-law does not permit a commercial school • to permit a minimum rear yard setback of 20.0 metres, whereas the by-law requires a minimum rear yard setback of 25.0 metres • to permit a maximum projection of 1.3 metres into the required south side yard, whereas the by-law permits a maximum projection of 0.9 metres into a required side yard • to permit a minimum two-way access drive aisle width of 3.8 metres between Liverpool Road and the rear wall of the ground floor of the proposed building, whereas the by-law requires a minimum two-way access drive aisle width of 6.5 metres The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain Site Plan Approval and a building permit for an addition to an existing building to accommodate a range of permitted uses and a commercial school. Recommendation The City Development Department considers the requested variance to permit a commercial school, a minimum rear yard setback of 20.0 metres, a maximum projection of 1.3 metres into the required south side yard and, a minimum two-way access drive aisle width of 3.8 metres between Liverpool Road and the rear wall of the ground floor of the proposed building to be minor in nature, 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, and therefore recommends Approval of the proposed variances, subject to the following conditions: Report PICA 94/14 January 28, 2015 (Tabled at the November 26, 2014 meeting) Page 2 1. That these variances apply only to the' proposed development as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans. 2. That all non-residential uses permitted within the "MU-13" zone category within Zoning By-law 2520, as amended by By-law 5938/02 and a commercial school may be permitted only within the ground floor and basement of the building, and shall not exceed 360 square metres of gross leasable floor area. 3. That the applicant obtains Site Plan Approval for the proposed construction by January 28, 2016, or this decision shall become null and void. Background On March 7, 2014, the applicant submitted a site plan application for a 712 square metre addition to a 195 square metre existing building to accommodate a commercial school within the basement and on the ground floor, a restaurant on the ground floor and a two-storey dwelling unit on the second and third floors of the building, for a total gross floor area of 907 square metres. A total of 20 parking spaces are provided on-site to accommodate the various uses. On November 6, 2014, a copy of the proposed plans was sent to the Site Plan Advisory Committee for their review and comments. On November 26, 2014, the application was tabled at the Committee of Adjustment meeting. On January 6, 2015, the owner met with the neigbouring residents to discuss their concerns and further clarify the proposed development. A revised Site Plan, as attached, has been submitted addressing concerns related to location of garbage enclosure and parking surface treatment. Official Plan and Zoning By-law The Official Plan designates the subject lands as "Urban Residential -Low Density Area" within the Bay Ridges Neighbourhood. The subject lands are further identified as being within the Liverpool Road Corridor which restricts permissible uses to permits retailing of goods and services, restaurants, offices, and community, cultural and recreational uses, to serve the tourist, recreational, boating and other community needs, as well as residential uses. The subject property is zoned "MU-13"-Mixed Use within By-law 2520, as amended by By-law 5938/02, which permits a bed and breakfast establishment, business office, club, day nursery, detached dwelling, personal service shop, professional office, restaurant type-A and retail store. Report PICA 94/14 January 28, 2015 ,, '"' (Tabled at the November 26, 2014 meeting) I ~ . Page 3 Appropriateness of the Application To Permit a Commercial School • the intent of the by-law was to permit limited commercial uses on the subject lands within the existing detached dwelling • as noted above, the zone, by-law currently permits a bed and breakfast establishment, business office, club, day nursery, detached dwelling, personal service shop, professional office, restaurant type-A and retail store • the applicant is requesting to permit a commercial school (Mixed Martial Arts) on the subject lands, whereas the by-law does not permit a commercial school • the overall size of the commercial school is approximately 330 square metres, of total gross floor area which represents approximately 37 percent of the total gross floor area of the development • parking requirements for a commercial school is provided at a rate of 4.5 spaces per 100 square metres of gross leasable floor area for a total of 15 parking spaces • based on the mix of uses within the proposed development, a total of 20 parking spaces are illustrated on the site plan in accordance with the requirements of the zoning by-law • existing zoning by-laws to the south and to the west of the subject property permit a range of commercial uses including a commercial school • a commercial school is similar in operation to a Club, which is permitted on the property, and will have little adverse impact on the surrounding neighbourhood • the proposed uses are consistent with the permitted uses found within the Liverpool Road Waterfro11t Node Development Guidelines • the requested variance to permit a commercial school use is minor in nature and maintains the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Minimum rear yard setback variance • the intent of the minimum rear yard setback is to provide an appropriate separation from abutting properties to ensure privacy, conform to the established setbacks on adjacent parcels of land, protect views, and to provide an adequate parking area for proposed commercial uses • the proposed addition would encroach into the rear yard setback by 5.0 metres and would be constructed on piers supporting the second and third floor residential dwelling in order to ensure that adequate parking is provided for the site • the required parking spaces would be located on the ground floor under the cantilevered building addition and in the remainder of the rear yard • the proposed addition would be in keeping with the character of the surrounding area, and would be of an appropriate scale of development in relation to the built form that has been established in the neighbourhood • the reduction of rear yard setback from 25.0 metres to 20.0 metres is minor in nature and it would have minimal impact on the privacy of abutting property owners Report PICA 94/14 January 28, 2015 (Tabled at the November 26, 2014 meeting) Page 4 Maximum projection into required side yard variance • the intent of this provision is to ensure that appropriate setbacks are provided to protect the privacy of abutting property owners and allow for appropriate access for maintenance, lot grading and drainage • the proposed second floor balcony at the southwest corner of the building is uncovered, has a height of approximately 2.8 metres and projects 1.3 metres into the required south side yard • the proposed second storey balcony creates a covered porch on the ground floor which is in keeping with the Nautical Village design of street front presence and pedestrian access to the building • the proposed balcony will provide weather protection and enhance the architectural design of the dwelling • sufficient side yard setback is provided for maintenance, lot grading and drainage • the proposed projection into the required south side yard will have minimal impact on the privacy of abutting property owners Minimum drive aisle width variance • the intent of regulating the minimum width of a two-way access drive aisle is to provide sufficient width to allow vehicles to ingress and egress a site safely without adversely impacting traffic operation • the applicant has requested relief to reduce the minimum two-way access drive aisle width from 6.5 metres to 3.8 metres between Liverpool Road and the rear wall of the ground floor of the building • the existing building on the site is the original 1% storey Victorian farmhouse that dates back to the mid to late 1800s that the owner has made a commitment to preserve as part of the redevelopment • the existing 3.8"metre wide access drive aisle is located between the existing farmhouse and the north property • the vehicular entrance to the site can only accommodate one vehicle at a time • to accommodate a two-way operation, a yield sign will be placed at the rear wall of the building and sign stating "Single lane traffic, proceed with caution" warning drivers entering the site there may be another driver leaving the site • the applicant has provided staff with hours of operations and average anticipated use of the commercial uses to illustrate that the potential on-site traffic will have minimal impact on vehicula.r traffic flow on Liverpool Road • Engineering and Planning staff have reviewed the submitted proposal and are generally satisfied with the on-site vehicular circulation • the requested variance is minor in nature and maintains the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan, Development Guidelines and the Zoning By-law 17 l.J Report PICA 94/14 January 28, 2015 O 8 (Tabled at the November 26, 2014 meeting) Page 5 Date of report: January 22, 2015 Comments prepared by: i~ ~ Isabelle Janton rti, MCIP, RPP Planner II -Site Planning Manager, Development Review & Urban Design IJ:NS:Id J:\Documents\Oevelopment\0-3700\2014\PCA 94-14\Report\PCA 94-14-Tab!ed.doc Enclosures FRENCHMAN'S BAY LAKE ONTARIO City Development Department Location Map FILE No: PICA 94/14 APPLICANT: C. 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Racz 317 Sheppard Avenue PICA 02115 (Proposed Retained Parcel) The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036 as amended, to permit a minimum lot frontage of 15.2 metres, whereas the by-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 18.0 metres. PICA 03115 (Proposed Severed Parcel) The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036 as amended, to permit a minimum lot frontage of 15.2 metres, whereas the by-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 18.0 metres. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to create one additional lot through the Region of Durham Land Division Committee in order to permit a two-storey detached dwelling on the proposed severed parcel and to replace an existing dwelling with a new two-storey dwelling on the proposed retained parcel. Recommendation PICA 02115 (Proposed Retained Parcel) The City Development Department considers the minimum lot frontage of 15.2 metres for the proposed retained parcel to be minor in nature, 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, and therefore recommends Approval of the proposed variance, subject to the following conditions: 1. That this variance applies only to the proposed lot configuration for the proposed retained parcel, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plan. 2. That the applicant obtains final clearance for Land Division Application file number LD 001115 by April1, 2016, or this decision shall become null and void. 3. That the applicant obtain a building permit for the proposed construction on the proposed retained and severed parcels by January 27, 2017, or this decision shall become null and void. 11 12 Report PICA 02115 and PICA 03115 Recommendation PICA 03/15 (Proposed Severed Parcel) January 28, 2015 Page 2 The City Development Department considers the minimum lot frontage of 15.2 metres for the proposed severed parcel to be minor in nature, 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, and therefore recommends Approval of the proposed variance, subject to the following conditions: 1. That this variance applies only to the proposed lot configuration for the proposed severed parcel, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plan. 2. That the applicant obtains final clearance for Land Division Application file number LD 001115 by April1, 2016, or this decision shall become null and void. 3. That the applicant obtain a building permit for the proposed construction on the proposed severed parcel by January 27, 2017, or this decision shall become null and void. Background The applicant has submitted a Land Division Application (LD 001115) to the Region of Durham Land Division Committee for the subject property to create two residential lots with a minimum frontage of 15.2 metres along Sheppard Avenue. Approval of these Minor Variance Applications will ensure zoning compliance is achieved if a future Land Division Application is approved by the Region of Durham Land Division Committee. Comment Official Plan and Zoning By-law Pickering Official Plan -Urban Residential -Low Density Areas" within the Rougemount Neighbourhood Zoning By-law 3036 -"R3" -Third Density Residential Zone Appropriateness of the Application Reduced Lot Frontage Variances • the intent of the minimum lot frontage requirement is to ensure a usable lot size that is compatible with the neighbourhood • the proposed lot frontages are consistent with the existing lotting pattern established along Sheppard Avenue with frontages ranging from 15.0 to 20.0 metres Report PICA 02115 and PICA 03115 January 28, 2015 Page 3 • the reduced lot frontages of 15.2 metres would ensure a usable lot size and allow for the construction of a detached dwelling that is compatible and in keeping with the neighbourhood character established along Sheppard Avenue • the applicant intends to comply with all other zone provisions • the requested lot frontages are minor in nature and meets the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law Resident Comments J. & J. Stangroom (325 Sheppard Ave) Input From Other Sources Engineering & Public Works Department • on January 18, 2015, a letter of concern was received from the adjacent property owner to the east, 325 Sheppard Ave, identifying the following concerns: • ongoing flooding issues since 2012 in the basement and backyard caused by surrounding properties • potential for additional flooding caused by the proposed Land Division application to create two additional lots • the applicant has submitted a preliminary grading plan and site plan in support of the Minor Variance applications and Land Division application • it appears that the applicant is making an effort to reduce the amount of roof drainage that would discharge to the rear of the property by directing most of the roof drainage to Sheppard Avenue • staff has no objection to the request to reduce the lot frontage from 18.0 metres to 15.2 metres • the Minor Variance applications are conditional upon the Land Division application being approved, which is administered by the Region of Durham Land Division Committee 13 14 Report PICA 02115 and PICA 03115 Engineering & Public Works Department (continued) Date of report: January 22, 2015 Comments prepared by: /1/ / .. ~ ~~ Lalita Paray, MCIP, RPP Planner II LP:NS:Id January 28, 2015 Page4 • staff will address technical matters such as grading, drainage and flooding matters through the concurrent Land Division application process, this may include a condition for an easement on 317 Sheppard Avenue to alleviate the surrounding drainage concern; detailed grading and drainage plan for review and approval by the City's Engineering & Public Works Department to support future Land Division Applications 1le h Surti, MCIP, RPP Manager, Development Review & Urban Design J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2015\PCA 02-15 & PCA 03-15\Report\PCA 02-15 and PCA 03-15.doc Enclosures 15 ST. MONICA :5' SEPARATE SCHOOL ORO Cm,ol ~ ~b City Development Department Location Map ELIZABETH B. PHIN PUBLIC SCHOOL 1----____L_-,------J ~ j----------1 t------+-----16 t----------1 r---~-~at----------1 1-----~-~0~-~--~ ~-~L--~~~========~ FILE No: PICA 02115 and PICA 03115 APPLICANT: F. & J. Racz PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:317 Sheppard Avenue (Pt Lot 34, Plan 228) Data Sources: Teranet Enterprises Inc. and Ita suppliers. All rights Reserved. Not o plan of survey. 2013 MPAC and Its suppliers. All ri hts Reserved. Not o plan of Surve . DATE: Jan. 7,2014 SCALE 1:5,000 PN-6 16 To permit a minimum lot frontage of 15.2 metres City Development Department SHEPPARD AVENUE E ~ N <D PROPOSED 2STOREY DWELLING PART 1 P/CA 02/15 .. 15.2m Submitted Plan 15.2m PROPOSED 2STOREY DWELLING PART2 P/CA 03/15 .,.,15.2m FILE No: P/CA 02/15 and P/CA 03/15 APPLICANT: F. & J. Racz E ~ N <D PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 317 Sheppard Avenue (Pt Lot 34, Plan 228) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT DATE: Jan. 9, 2014 From: Subject: Application Nilesh Surti, MCIP, RPP Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: PICA 04/15 Meeting Date: January 28, 2015 Manager, Development Review & Urban Design Committee of Adjustment Application PICA 04/15 G. & S. MacGillivary 701 Cortez Avenue The applicant requests relief from the following provisions of Zoning By-law 2520: • to permit a minimum front yard depth of 4.8 metres, whereas the by-law requires a minimum front yard depth of 7.5 metres • to permit an uncovered platform and steps not exceeding 1.5 metres in height to project a maximum of 1.5 metres into the required front yard, whereas the by-law permits uncovered decks and/or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height to project a maximum of 1.5 metres into the required front yard The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain a building permit to construct a one and a half storey sunroom addition in the front yard. Recommendation The City Development Department considers the minimum front yard depth of 4.8 metres and an uncovered platform and steps not exceeding 1.5 metres in height to project a maximum of 1.5 metres into the required front yard to be minor in nature, 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, and therefore recommends Approval of the proposed variances, subject to the following conditions: 1. That these variances apply only to the proposed sunroom addition, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans. 2. That the applicant obtain a building permit for the proposed construction by January 27, 2017, or this decision shall become null and void. Comment Official Plan and Zoning By-law Pickering Official Plan-"Urban Residential -Low Density Areas" within the Bay Ridges Neighbourhood Zoning By-law 2520-"RM1"-First Density Multiple Family Dwelling Zone 17 18 Report PICA 04/15 Appropriateness of the Application January 28, 2015 Page 2 Front Yard Depth and Uncovered Platforms Projecting into the required Front Yard Variances • the intent of a minimum front yard depth is to ensure an adequate buffer space is provided between the building and the street activity in the front yard, and to provide an adequate landscaped area and parking space in front of the property • the intent of the uncovered steps and/or platforms provision is to provide the opportunity for any stairs and/or a landing platform to encroach into the front yard when needed; to ensure an adequate buffer space between buildings and street activity is provided, and to ensure an adequate landscaped area within the front yard is also maintained • the by-law permits uncovered steps and/or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade to project not more than 1.5 metres into the required front yard • the front yard along Cortez Avenue currently functions as a side yard and does not contain the parking area for the property • the existing main dwelling and driveway access are off of Colmar Avenue • the proposed front yard depth of 4.8 metres and 1.5 metre projection of an uncovered platform and steps will provide a sufficient buffer space between the dwelling and Cortez Avenue • the proposed sunroom addition will be partially screened from the public's view by an existing 2-metre high cedar hedge currently situated on the north (side), west (front) and south (flankage) property lines and will not obstruct the streetview of abutting property owners • the proposed one and a half storey sunroom addition will maintain an adequate landscaped area along Cortez Avenue • the proposed sun room addition will not exceed the height of the existing 1.5 storey dwelling and will be compatible with the surrounding neighbourhood • the requested variances are minor in nature and maintains the intent of the zoning by-law Date of report: January 22, 2015 Comments prepared by: l Nilesh rti, M IP, RPP Manager, Development Review & Urban Design AY:NS:Id J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2015\PCA 04-15\Report\PCA 04-15.doc Enclosures HOLY REDEEMER SEPARATE SCHOOL OM MERGE STREET PARK City Development Department Location Map FILE No: PICA 04/15 APPLICANT: G. & S. MacGillivary 0 <( 0 0::: I u L5 CD >-0 z <( (f) 19 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:701 Cortez Avenue (Plan M12, Lot 848) Data Sources: Teranet Enterprises Inc. and Its eupplle,.-a. All rights Reserved. Not a plan of survey. 2013 MPAC and ita suppliers. All ri hts Reserved. Not a plan of Survey. DATE: Jan. 7,2014 SCALE 1 :5,000 PN-3 20 To permit an uncovered platform and steps not exceeding 1.5 metres in height to project a maximum of 1.5 metres into the front yard r·-·-,--·-·-·-·-· -· 3o~.4m · -· ·-· -· -· -· -. · -· ~ . E I ~ E·· w C">'. ::> ~-, z w ~ N w 1-a: E 0 SHED TO BE REMOVED I El C">. ~I r~ 1 E ·! 0 0 L. J. ~ 2.4m .4m I ·-· ·-·-·-·-·-1-··-·-~ ~ ~H~-~E~ J To permit a front yard depth of 4.8 metres City Development Department COLMAR AVENUE Submitted Plan FILE No: P/CA 04/15 APPLICANT: G. & S. MacGillivary PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:701 CortezAvenue (Plan M12, Lot 848) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. DATE: Jan. 6, 2014 21 E co ...,; l+-------6.1m ------~ (WEST) SIDE ELEVATION ~ / --z.:.:.:'ll:: = -:rs = .... ---==-=-== ·------_l II i i E I co ...,; I E co ...,; I T ----I I I 3.0m E I ~ I I T ~ 13 3.0m E ~ 1 I I 1 r (NORTH) REAR ELEVATION (SOUTH) FLANKAGE ELEVATION City Development Department Submitted Plan FILE No: P/CA 04/15 APPLICANT: G. & S. MacGillivary PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:701 CortezAvenue (Plan M12, Lot 848) . FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT DATE: Jan. 6, 2014 From: Subject: Application Nilesh Surti, MCIP, RPP Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: PICA 05115 Meeting Date: January 28, 2015 Manager, Development Review & Urban Design Committee of Adjustment Application PICA 05115 M. Labalestra and S. Mason 1246 Ilona Park Road The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2520, as amended: • to permit a minimum front yard depth of 5.3 metres; whereas the by-law requires a minimum front yard depth of 7.5 metres, • to permit a minimum north side yard width of 0.6 of a metre and a minimum south side yard width of 1.0 metre; whereas the by-law requires a minimum side yard width of 1.5 metres, and • to recognize an accessory structure (shed) greater than 1.8 metres in height to be setback a minimum of 0.6 of a metre from the north lot line; whereas the by-law requires accessory structures greater than 1.8 metres in height shall be setback a minimum of 1.0 metre from all lot lines. The applicant requests approval of this minor variance application in order to obtain a building permit to construct an unenclosed covered carport and an unenclosed covered front porch. The applicant also seeks to recognize an existing accessory structure (shed) located in the rear yard. Recommendation The City Development Department considers the north side yard width of 0.6 of a metre to an unenclosed carport, minimum front yard depth of 5.3 metres to an unenclosed covered front porch, and an existing accessory structure (shed) to be setback a minimum of 0.6 of a metre from the north lot line to be minor in nature, 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, and therefore recommends Approval of the proposed variances, subject to the following conditions: 1. That these variances apply only to the proposed unenclosed carport, covered front porch, and existing accessory structure (shed), as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans. Report PICA 05/15 January 28, 2015 2 3 Page 2 2. That the applicant relocates the existing shed currently located in the rear yard to 0.6 of a metre from the north lot line by July 28, 2015. 3. That the applicant obtain a building permit for the proposed construction by January, 27, 2017, or this decision shall become null and void Background Following the circulation of the notice, the applicant has revised the application to relocate the existing accessory structure (shed) from 0.1 of a metre to 0.6 of a metre. Comment Official Plan and Zoning By-law Pickering Official Plan -"Urban Residential Low Density Areas" within the Bay Ridges Neighbourhood Zoning By-law 2520-"RM1"-Multiple Family Dwelling (First Density Zone) Appropriateness of the Application Front Yard Depth Variance • the intent of a minimum front yard depth is to ensure that an adequate landscape area, parking area, and separation distance is provided between the dwelling and the property lot line • the applicant is requesting to reduce the front yard depth in order to permit the construction of an unenclosed front porch • the reduced front yard depth to the front porch will still maintain an adequate landscaped area and a parking area within the front yard • the proposed front porch addition will enhance the architectural design of the dwelling • the reduced setback is generally in keeping with the established front yard setbacks and streetscape along Ilona Park Crescent • the request to reduce the front yard depth to the proposed front porch is minor in nature and maintains the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Side Yard Width Variance • the intent of a minimum side yard width is to provide an appropriate separation distance between structures on abutting properties in order to maintain pedestrian access, and to accommodate grading, drainage and residential services such as air conditioning units and utility metres • the applicant is requesting to reduce the side yard width to permit the construction of an unenclosed carport Report PICA 05/15 January 28, 2015 Page 3 • the proposed 0.6 of a metre north side yard width provides an appropriate separation distance between the dwellings and will maintain sufficient pedestrian access and accommodate grading, drainage and residential services • the proposed carport location is in keeping with the character of the neighbourhood as many other properties on the street have similar carports • the reduced side yard width will not alter the character of the subject property or negatively impact adjacent properties • the requested variance is minor in nature and maintains the intent of the zoning by-law Recognize an Accessory Structure (shed) to be Located in the North Lot Line • the intent of the minimum 1.0 metre setback requirement for accessory structures greater than 1.8 metres in height is to minimize the visual impact that their location may have on adjacent properties, and to ensure that adequate access for maintenance is available to the sides of the structures • the existing accessory structure (shed) is 2.5 metres in height (to roof peak) and 2.3 metres in width, and is currently located 0.1 of a metre from the north lot line • the applicant is requesting to relocate the shed 0.6 of a metre from the north property line • there is an existing privacy fence screening the height of the existing shed, therefore minimizing the visual impact on adjacent properties • the proposed 0.6 of a metre to the north lot line will provide for adequate space for maintenance and drainage, sufficient pedestrian access, and an appropriate separation distance between the shed and the adjacent property • the requested variance is minor in nature and maintains the intent of the zoning by-law Input From Other Sources Engineering & Public Works Department Date of report: January 22, 2015 Comments prepared by: i. ~'v Lalita Paray, RPP, MCIP Planner II LP:NS:Id J:\Documents\Development\0-3700\201 5\PCA 05-15\Report\PCA 05-15_revised.doc Enclosures • recommended that the applicant relocate the shed to a minimum 0.6 of a metre from the property line; staff are now satisfied with the revised 0.6 of a metre setback Nilesh rti, MCIP, RPP Manager, Development Review & Urban Design FRENCHMAN'S BAY City Development Department Location Map FILE No: P/CA 05/15 HOLY REDEEMER SEPARATE SCHOOL OM MERGE STREET PARK APPLICANT: M. Labalestra & S. Mason PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 1246 Ilona Park Road Plan M15, Lot 1118 Data Sources: Teronet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers. All rights Reserved. Not a plan of survey. 2013 MPAC end ita suppliers. All ri hts Reserved. Not o plan of Survey. DATE: Jan. 7,2014 SCALE 1 :5,000 PN-3 To permit a minimum front yard depth of 5.3 metres -· To permit a minimum south side yard width of 1.0 metres To permit a minimum north side yard width of 0.6 of a metre EXISTING 1.5 STOREY DWELLING Submitted Plan FILE No: P/CA 05/15 APPLICANT: M. Labalestra & S. Mason To recognize an accessory structure (shed) greater than 1.8 metres in height to setback a minimum of 0.1 of a metre to the north lot line i ! ! : \: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 1246 Ilona Park Road (Plan M15, Lot 1118) City Development Department FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. DATE: Jan. 9, 2014 27 \ ____ l _-L~ ____ E~_I --'1-il Porch E 0 cO 1 ox! [. --(3--_-g·--,;----··-l[l---[[[]-. =·-----n-'1 I •--~.1m 1-------~ ............. :::::~ .... -:;::;-_-13.1 mr ;;-""' __ .......... '-... -... -.... -... ---_-_-;.......ati_.,.. l I I/ J .... ......_ Carport ~.........._ .. 7.4m I+ ... 4~.;..· ----9.9m ____ _..,.., CARPORT ELEVATIONS Submitted Plan FILE No: P/CA 05/15 APPLICANT: M. Labalestra & S. Mason PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 1246 Ilona Park Road (Plan M15, Lot 1118) City Development Department FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT DATE: Jan. 9, 2014 City Development Department r 0~ r C\J . C\J t1 2.4m -• .\ 2.3m SHED ELEVATIONS Submitted Plan FILE No: P/CA 05/15 APPLICANT: M. Labalestra & S. Mason PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 1246 Ilona Park Road (Plan M15, Lot 1118) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT DATE: Jan. 9, 2014 From: Subject: Application Nilesh Surti, MCIP, RPP Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: PICA 06/15 Meeting Date: January 28, 2015 Manager, Development Review & Urban Design Committee of Adjustment Application PICA 06/15 M. Modica 557 Marksbury Road The applicant requests relief from the following provisions of Zoning By-law 2511: • to permit a minimum front yard depth of 7.3 metres; whereas the by-law requires a minimum front yard depth of 7.5 metres • to permit a minimum north side yard width of 1.2 metres; whereas the by-law requires a minimum side yard width of 1.5 metres • to recognize an existing flankage side yard width of 1.1 metres to the ground floor of the existing dwelling and to permit a minimum flankage side yard width of 2. 7 metres to a proposed second storey; whereas the by-law requires a minimum flankage side yard width of 4.5 metres • to permit uncovered steps not exceeding 1.7 metres in height to project a maximum of 1.4 metres into the required flankage side yard; whereas the by-law permits all uncovered decks or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height to project a maximum of 1.0 metre into a required side yard • to permit an covered porch to project a maximum of 1.0 metre into the required front yard; whereas the by-law permits an uncovered platform and/or steps not exceeding 1.0 metre in height to project a maximum of 1.5 metres into a required front yard, and • to permit a maximum lot coverage of 37 percent; whereas the by-law permits a maximum lot coverage of 33 percent The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain a building permit to demolish portions of the existing single-storey dwelling and reconstruct a new two-storey dwelling, partially on top of an existing foundation wall which supports the existing one-storey detached dwelling. 29 Report PICA 06115 Recommendation January 28, 2015 Page 2 The City Development Department considers minor variance application PICA 06115 to be premature and recommends that it be Tabled to allow for the Owner to provide a preliminary grading plan to the satisfaction of the City. Background On February 27, 1969, the Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application (PICA 06169) which recognized an existing flankage side yard width of 1.5 metres to the existing dwelling . . Comment Official Plan and Zoning By-law Pickering Official Plan -"Urban Residential -Low Density Areas" within the West Shore Neighbourhood Zoning By-law 2511 -"R4"-Fourth Density Residential Zone Input From Other Sources The City's Engineering & Public Works Department are concerned with the increase in the impervious roof surface area caused by the proposed redevelopment and its potential drainage impacts on adjacent properties. Before City Development Staff can comment of the merits of the application, the City's Engineering & Public Works Department requests that the applicant provide a preliminary grading plan for their review. The plan must ensure compliance with the City's grading and drainage standards and shall ensure that it will not negatively impact adjacent properties. Date of report: January 22, 2015 Comments prepared by: Nilesh urti, MCIP, RPP Manager, Development Review & Urban Design AY:NS:Id J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2015\PCA 06-15\R.eport\PCA 06-15 (Tabled).doc Enclosures FATHER FENELON SEPARATE SCHOOL IIVilliiiiTn~l----+-----l 1---+---1~1 Ml ~,rm Ill fi'INIUEII ~~---''''''---- I I I ) / > _j _j 'i SANOK 1-- >-1---+------l 0::: 1----4-----l iii 1----4-----l Ul 1----1-----1 ~ 1----1-----1 <( 1--+---12 Location Map FILE No: PICA 06/15 APPLICANT: M. Modica 1----- 1---t------l ~ 1---t------l 1--l----1 _j 1---t------l 1--1---l 0 1---t------l FRENCHMAN:S BAY 31 LAKE ONTARIO City Development Department PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:557 Marksbury Road {Plan 311, Lot 37) Data Sources: Teranet Enterpl'"lsee Inc. and Its suppliers. All rights Reserved. Not o plan of survey. 2013 MPAC and its suppliers. 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