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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 10, 2020pickering.ca Committee of Adjustment Agenda Meeting Number: 4 Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2020 Agenda Committee of Adjustment Wednesday, June 10, 2020 7:00 pm Electronic Meeting Page Number 1. Adoption of Revised Rules of Procedure 2. Disclosure of Interest 3. Adoption of Agenda 4. Adoption of Minutes from March 11, 2020 1-9 5. Reports 5.1 P/CA 02/20 E. & T. Papadimitropoulos 1270 Abbey Road 10-15 5.2 P/CA 18/20 C. & J. Arterton 1177 Gloucester Square 16-19 5.3 P/CA 19/20 C. Gallo & O. Peralta 1803 Pine Grove Avenue 20-23 5.4 P/CA 20/20 B. & C. Bailey 1004 Rambleberry Avenue 24-29 5.5 P/CA 21/20 2227959 Ontario Inc. 962 Alliance Road 30-36 5.6 P/CA 22/20 M. & M. Snedden 2022 Trailwood Court 37-41 5.7 P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 GHR Investment Corp. 1865 Pine Grove Avenue 42-59 5.8 P/CA 28/20 A. & A. Stanley 506 Driftwood Court 60-65 6. Adjournment For information related to accessibility requirements please contact: Samantha O’Brien Telephone: 905.420.4660 extension 2023 Email: sobrien@pickering.ca Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 11, 2020 7:00 pm Council Chambers Page 1 of 9 Pending Adoption Present Tom Copeland – Vice-Chair David Johnson – Chair Eric Newton Denise Rundle Sean Wiley Also Present Cody Morrison, Secretary-Treasurer Samantha O’Brien, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Absent Deborah Wylie, Secretary-Treasurer 1.Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. 2.Adoption of Agenda Moved by Tom Copeland Seconded by Eric Newton That the agenda for the Wednesday, March 11, 2020 meeting be adopted. Carried Unanimously 3.Adoption of Minutes Moved by Tom Copeland Seconded by Denise Rundle That the minutes of the 2nd meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held Wednesday, February, 2020 be adopted. Carried Unanimously - 1 - Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 11, 2020 7:00 pm Council Chambers Page 2 of 9 4.Reports 4.1 P/CA 12/20 M. Hurman 548 Lekani Court The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, as amended by By-law 4622/95 to permit a minimum rear yard depth of 5.4 metres, whereas the by-law requires 7.5 metres. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit to facilitate the construction of an uncovered platform (deck). The Secretary-Treasurer outlined the staff recommendation from the City Development Department recommending approval subject to a condition. Written comments were received from the City’s Engineering Services Department expressing no comments on the application. Written comments were received from the City’s Building Services Section expressing no comments on the application. Written comments were received from a resident of Rougemount Drive in objection to the application while addressing privacy concerns. Mary Ellen Hurman, applicant, and Bruce Armstrong, agent, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. In response to a question posed by a Committee Member, Mary Ellen Hurman stated the rear of the dwelling has a walk-out from the basement and a Juliette balcony on the main floor with an existing uncovered platform (deck) that was previously approved. In addition, Bruce Armstrong noted the minor variance application is to allow for squaring off a corner to construct a larger uncovered platform (deck). After reading the staff Report to the Committee of Adjustment, and listening to the applicant’s responses, Tom Copeland moved the follow motion: - 2 - Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 11, 2020 7:00 pm Council Chambers Page 3 of 9 Moved by Tom Copeland Seconded by Denise Rundle That application P/CA 12/20 by M. Hurman, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variance 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 condition: 1.That this variance apply only to the uncovered platform (deck), as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3, & 4 contained in the staff Report to the Committee of Adjustment dated March 11, 2020). Carried Unanimously 4.2 P/CA 13/20 B. Zekri 1841 Woodview Avenue The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended, to permit a minimum south side yard of 1.4 metres, whereas the by-law states where a garage is erected as part of a detached dwelling, the minimum required side yard shall be 1.5 metres. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to recognize a deficient side yard setback. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined the staff recommendation from the City Development Department recommending approval subject to a condition. Written comments were received from the City’s Engineering Services Department expressing no comments on the application. Written comments were received from the City’s Building Services Section expressing no comments on the application. Baher Zekri, applicant, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Baher Zekri advised that the dwelling was built in 2010 and he recently purchased it in January 2020. In response to a question asked by a Committee Member, the Secretary-Treasurer stated the purpose for this minor variance application was to recognize a zoning non- compliance because of a construction error, which was identified through submitted as- built drawings. - 3 - Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 11, 2020 7:00 pm Council Chambers Page 4 of 9 With the application appearing to be minor in nature, reviewing the staff Report to the Committee of Adjustment and having no concerns from the City’s Building Services, Engineering Services and neighbours, Sean Wiley moved the following motion: Moved by Sean Wiley Seconded by Tom Copeland That application P/CA 13/20 by 1841 Woodview Avenue, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variance 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 condition: 1. That this variance apply only to the subject dwelling, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plan (refer to Exhibit 2 contained in the staff Report to the Committee of Adjustment dated March 11, 2020). Carried Unanimously 4.3 P/CA 14/20 Lakeridge Health 1690 Dersan Street The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3037, as amended by By-law 7191/12:  to permit a building to be erected on a lot where a minimum of 87 percent of the length of the build-to-zone along the Brock Road frontage contains a building or part of a building, whereas the By-law requires a minimum of 90 percent;  to permit a building to be erected on a lot where a minimum of 44 percent of the length of the build-to-zone along the Dersan Street frontage contains a building or part of a building, whereas the By-law requires a minimum of 60 percent;  to permit a total of 207 parking spaces where the parking ratio is 3.8 parking spaces per 100 square metres of gross leasable floor area, whereas the By-law requires a minimum of 4.0 parking spaces per 100 square metres of gross leasable floor area;  to permit a maximum aggregate gross leasable floor area for medical professional offices of 55 percent of the maximum permitted gross leasable floor area (totaling 5,435.0 square metres) whereas the By-law permits a maximum of 50 percent. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to facilitate the construction of a medical office building. - 4 - Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 11, 2020 7:00 pm Council Chambers Page 5 of 9 The Secretary-Treasurer outlined the staff recommendation from the City Development Department recommending approval subject to a condition. Written comments were received from the City’s Engineering Services Department expressing no comments on the application. Written comments were received from the City’s Building Services Section expressing no comments on the application. Mark Michasiw, agent with Parkin Architects Ltd., was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. In response to questions from Committee members, Mark Michasiw advised of the potential for other uses to occupy retail space on the lot within the proposed building, which will most likely be medical-related. He continued to outline that the parking calculation of 207 parking spaces did account for the buildings entire useable gross floor area. Additionally, the applicant has entered an agreement with the Devi Mandir temple immediately to the north, to use their parking area if necessary, Mark Michasiw also stated construction could last approximately 10-12 months and is ideally set to begin in the summer of 2020, subject to development review. A Committee Member asked about the appropriateness to review the minor variance application with a holding provision on the property. The Secretary-Treasurer stated the purpose of the holding provision on the site is to provide for the execution of a development agreement that secures for technical site design requirements and services. He explained the minor variance application is to facilitate zoning compliance for an active site plan application. On approval, a development agreement will be registered on title which will secure for the requirements of the holding provision. In response to a question about the Official Plan designation from a Committee Member, the Secretary-Treasurer identified the lot designated as Mixed-Use Area, Mixed Corridor, where medical professional offices are a permissible office use. After review of the staff Report to the Committee of Adjustment, hearing the applicant’s and staff’s responses to questions and the application appearing to meet the four tests of the Planning Act, Tom Copeland moved the following motion: Moved by Tom Copeland Seconded by Eric Newton That application P/CA 14/20 by Lakeridge Health, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variances are 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 condition: - 5 - Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 11, 2020 7:00 pm Council Chambers Page 6 of 9 1. That these variances apply only to the subject property, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plan (refer to Exhibit 2 contained in the staff Report to the Committee of Adjustment dated March 11, 2020). Carried Unanimously 4.4 P/CA 15/20 M. Brady & G. Fortin 811 Fairview Avenue The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, as amended by By-law 7610/18 to permit a total lot coverage of all accessory structures excluding private detached garages, of 6.1 percent, whereas the by-law requires the total lot coverage of all accessory buildings excluding private detached garages, shall not exceed 5 percent of the lot area. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit for a shed. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined the staff recommendation from the City Development Department recommending approval subject to a condition. Written comments were received from the City’s Engineering Services Department expressing no comments on the application. Written comments were received from the City’s Building Services Section stating this structure was constructed without the benefit of a building permit. Building Services was notified in late August 2019. As a result, an Order to Comply was issued for this construction. The building permit application is currently under review. Michael Brady, applicant, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. In response to questions from a Committee Member, Michael Brady advised the shed was self-constructed approximately in July of 2019, based on professional drawings. He continued, he was unaware a building permit would be required and that he uses the shed to store seasonal equipment. He confirmed there is no hoist or hydraulic equipment that would cause any noise concerns. City’s Building Services Section discovered the requirement for the minor variance during a site visit and inspection of the adjacent lot. In response to questions from Committee Members, the Secretary-Treasurer stated the building permit for the subject property is under review from a technical perspective. Regarding Building Service’s processes for placing Orders on a property, it is - 6 - Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 11, 2020 7:00 pm Council Chambers Page 7 of 9 understood that this Section of the City follows a set of processes and guidelines before issuing an Order. Given that the application appears to meet the four tests of the Planning Act as well as having no feedback from neighbours, Sean Wiley moved the following motion: Moved by Sean Wiley Seconded by Denise Rundle That application P/CA 15/20 by M. Brady & G. Fortin, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variance 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: 1. That this variance apply only to the existing shed, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plan (refer to Exhibit 2 contained in the staff Report to the Committee of Adjustment dated March 11, 2020). 2. That the applicant obtain a building permit for the existing shed by March 11, 2021, or this decision shall become null and void. Carried Unanimously 4.5 P/CA 16/20 C. MacMillan 971 Mink Street The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2520, as amended, to permit a maximum lot coverage of 35 percent, whereas the by-law requires a maximum of 33 percent. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit to facilitate a rear yard deck and sunroom. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined the staff recommendation from the City Development Department recommending approval subject to a condition. Written comments were received from the City’s Engineering Services Department expressing no comments on the application. Written comments were received from the City’s Building Services Section stating in September 2019, Building Services was notified on construction of a sunroom and ramp without a building permit. In November 2019, a building permit application was submitted for review. - 7 - Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 11, 2020 7:00 pm Council Chambers Page 8 of 9 Dennis Hansen, applicant, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. In support of the application, Dennis Hansen advised he has been before the Committee in the past, however a zoning non-compliance was missed from his previous application and required before issuance of a building permit. Seeing that the applications appears to meet the four tests of the Planning Act, Denise Rundle moved the following motion: Moved by Denise Rundle Seconded by Eric Newton That application P/CA 16/20 by C. MacMillan, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variance 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 condition: 1. That this variance apply only to the subject dwelling, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plan (refer to Exhibit 2 contained in the staff Report to the Committee of Adjustment dated March 11, 2020). Carried Unanimously - 8 - Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 11, 2020 7:00 pm Council Chambers Page 9 of 9 5. Adjournment Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Tom Copeland That the 3rd meeting of the 2020 Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 7:30 pm and the next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on Wednesday, April 8, 2020. Carried Unanimously __________________________ Date __________________________ Chair __________________________ Assistant Secretary-Treasurer - 9 - Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: P/CA 02/20 Date: June 10, 2020 From: Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Manager, Zoning & Administration Subject: Committee of Adjustment Application P/CA 02/20 E. & T. Papadimitropoulos 1270 Abbey Road Application The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 1861/84, to permit: a minimum front yard depth of 4.25 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum front yard depth of 6.0 metres; and a private garage attached to the main building to be located 4.25 metres from the front lot line and not less than 6.0 metres from any side lot line immediately adjoining a street or abutting on a reserve on the opposite side of which is a street, whereas the By-law requires the minimum one (1) private garage per lot attached to the main building and located not less than 6.0 metres from the front lot line and not less than 6.0 metres from any side lot line immediately adjoining a street or abutting on a reserve on the opposite side of which is a street. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain a building permit for an addition to an existing attached garage. Recommendation The City Development Department considers the requested variances to permit an addition to an existing attached garage in the required front yard, to be keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and minor in nature, and therefore recommends Approval of the proposed variances. Comment Conforms to the Intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law The subject property is designated “Urban Residential Areas – Low Density” within the Liverpool Neighbourhood. The portion of the Liverpool Neighbourhood north of Kingston Road consists of a mix of detached, semi-detached, and townhouse dwellings. The subject property is zoned “S1” within Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 1861/84. Detached dwellings are permitted within the “S1” Zone, subject to the minimum and maximum development standards. The proposed addition to the existing attached garage will redu ce the - 10 - Report P/CA 02/20 June 10, 2020 Page 2 existing front yard setback from 8.2 metres to 4.25 metres. The By-law requires a minimum setback of 6 metres from the front lot line to the dwelling and attached garage to achieve a consistent streetscape, provide sufficient space for soft landscaping (i.e., grass), and to achieve a sufficient drive-way to park vehicles. The subject property is a corner lot and has a large driveway that has access to Abbey Road from the front and exterior side yard. This is consistent for all corner lots within the neighbourhood. There is sufficient soft landscaping in the front and interior side yards. To achieve a consistent streetscape, windows have been added to the side and rear of the garage addition. By adding windows, there are no blank walls facing the street or the neighbouring residential dwelling. Staff is of the opinion that the requested variances conform to the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. Desirable for the Appriopriate Development of the Land and Minor in Nature The addition to the existing attached garage will blend seamlessly with the existing dwelling by using similar building material and components of the existing dwelling, including use of windows to avoid blank facades. In addition, Staff consider granting 1.75 metres of relief from the required front yard depth to be minor in nature since there will be no negative impact to the subject land and existing streetscape. Conclusion Staff is of the opinion that the requested variances to permit the construction of an addition to an existing attached garage is desirable for the appropriate development of land, maintains the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, and is minor in nature. Input From Other Sources Engineering Services No comments on the application. Building Services No comments on the application. Date of report: June 1, 2020 Comments prepared by: Tanjot Bal, MCIP, RPP Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Planner II Manager, Zoning & Administration TB:so J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2020\PCA 02-20\7. Report\PCA 02-20 Report.doc Attachments - 11 - Liverpool RoadA b b ey R oad Gossamer Drive Maple GateRoadRigby Drive Mad o nna CourtPineGlenDrive Halsey Lane Trailwood Court Timber Court Nu WestRavine 1:4,000 SCALE: © The Corporation of the City of Pickering Produced (in part) under license from: © Queens Printer, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, Department of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.; © Teranet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers all rights reserved.; © Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and its suppliers all rights reserved.; City DevelopmentDepartment Location MapFile:Applicant:Property Description: P/CA 02/20 THIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY. Date: Nov. 25, 2019 Exhibit 1 ¯EE. & T. PapadimitropoulosLot 31, Plan 40M-1332 Hydro Corridor (1270 Abbey Road) SubjectLands L:\PLANNING\01-MapFiles\PCA\2020\PCA 02-20 E. & T. Papadimitropoulos\PCA02-20_LocationMap.mxd - 12 - L:\Planning\01-MapFiles\PCA\2019 May 25, 2020DATE: Applicant: Property Description: File No: Submitted Plan FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. City Development Department P/CA 02/20 E. & T. Papadimitropoulos Lot 31, Plan 40M-1332 (1270 Abbey Road) Exhibit 2 N To permit a private garage attached to the main building to be located 4.25 metres from the front lot line and not less than 6.0 metres from any side lot line immediately adjoining a street or abutting on a reserve on the opposite side of which is a street To permit a minimum front yard depth of 4.25 metres- 13 - First Floor Plan City Development Department May 25, 2020FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. P/CA 02/20 E. & T. PapadimitropoulosApplicant: Property Description: DATE: File No: Lot 31, Plan 40M-1332 (1270 Abbey Road) L:\Planning\01-MapFiles\PCA\2019 Exhibit 3 - 14 - Conceptual Elevations of Garage Addition City Development Department May 25, 2020FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. P/CA 02/20 E. & T. PapadimitropoulosApplicant: Property Description: DATE: File No: Lot 31, Plan 40M-1332 (1270 Abbey Road) L:\Planning\01-MapFiles\PCA\2019 Exhibit 4 - 15 - Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: P/CA 18/20 Date: June 10, 2020 From: Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Manager, Zoning & Administration Subject: Committee of Adjustment Application P/CA 18/20 C. & J. Arterton 1177 Gloucester Square Application The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 0889/78, to permit an uncovered deck not exceeding 1.5 metres in height and not projecting more than 3.1 metres into the required rear yard, whereas the By-law requires uncovered steps and platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade and to not project more than 1.5 metres into any required front or rear yard and not more than 0.5 metres into any required side yard . The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit for an uncovered deck. Recommendation The City Development Department considers the requested variance to be minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the gene ral intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, and therefore recommends Approval of the proposed variance, subject to the following condition: 1. That this variance apply only to the proposed uncovered deck, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibit 2). Comment Conforms to the Intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law The subject site is designated as “Urban Residential Areas – Low Density Area” within the Liverpool Neighbourhood. Semi-detached dwellings are a permitted use within the designation and a built form within the Liverpool Neighbourhood. The subject site is zoned “SD” within Zoning By-law 3036, amended by By-law 0889/78. The applicant is proposing to reconstruct an uncovered deck tha t connects to the rear first floor entrance of the semi-detached dwelling which is 1.5 metres in height and projects 3.1 metres into the required rear yard. The intent of provision 5.7(b), restricting the height of decks to 1.0 metre above grade and the rear yard projection to 1.5 metres, is to protect the privacy of abutting properties and maintain - 16 - Report P/CA 18/20 June 10, 2020 Page 2 sufficient amenity space in the rear yard. Due to the drop in grade from the front lot line to the rear lot line, a greater height is required to provide access from the rear first floor entrance to the deck. The neighbouring properties to the north and south have existing decks greater than 1.0 metre in height. The other unit in the semi-detached dwelling has an existing deck greater than 1.0 metre in height and connects to the first floor entrance. The existing deck to be replaced on the subject site is also greater than 1.0 metre in height. The proposed deck will not reduce the amenity space in the rear yard as there is sufficient amenity space to the east of the proposed deck. Desirable for the Appriopriate Development of the Land The applicant is proposing to reconstruct a deck that is greater than 1.0 metre in height. Neighbouring properties also appear to have existing decks greater than 1.0 metre in height as the rear first floor entrances are constructed more than 1.0 metre above grade. The proposed deck is 4.9 metres in length and the required rear yard setback for the zone is 7.5 metres. A minimum rear yard setback of 4.4 metres from the edge of the propo sed deck to the rear lot line will be maintained. Minor in Nature The request to construct an uncovered deck that is greater than 1.0 metre in height and projects more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard is not anticipated to have any significant impact on the surrounding area and is therefore considered minor in nature. Conclusion Staff is of the opinion that the requested variance to permit the construction of an uncovered deck is desirable for the appropriate development of land, maintains the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, and is minor in nature. Input From Other Sources Engineering Services  No comments on the application. Building Services  No comments on the application. Date of report: June 3, 2020 Comments prepared by: Isabel Lima Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Planner I Manager, Zoning & Administration IL:so J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2020\PCA 18-20\Report\PCA 18-20 Report.doc Attachments - 17 - Finch Avenue Ridgewood Cou r t K itleyAvenueBowler DriveBarnwood Square Bushmill Street Maple Ridge DriveFi eldstoneCircleWheatsheafLaneGlouc es t er S quare Mulmur Cour tHensall CourtMalden Crescent MonteagleLane Canborough CrescentBridge Gate CrescentLydia CrescentPebbles tone Crescent Glendale DriveCedarcroftCrescentKitley Ravine MulmerTot Lot GlendalePark DavidFarr Park MapleRidge Park Maple RidgePublic School St. Isaac JoguesSeparate School 1:4,000 SCALE: © The Corporation of the City of Pickering Produced (in part) under license from: © Queens Printer, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, Department of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.; © Teranet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers all rights reserved.; © Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and its suppliers all rights reserved.; City DevelopmentDepartment Location MapFile:Applicant:Property Description: P/CA 18/20 THIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY. Date: Mar. 05, 2020 Exhibit 1 ¯EC. & J. ArtertonPt Lt 7, 40M-1162 Now, Pt 6, 40R4920(1177 Gloucester Square) SubjectLands L:\PLANNING\01-MapFiles\PCA\2020\PCA 18-20 C. & J. Arterton\PCA18-20_LocationMap.mxd - 18 - Exhibit 2 Site Plan File No: P/CA 18/20 Applicant: C. & J. Arterton Property Description: Pt Lot 7, 40M-1162 Now, Pt 6, 40R4920 (1177 Gloucester Square) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: Mar 27, 2020 to permit an uncovered deck not exceeding 1.5 metres in height and not projecting more than 3.1 metres into the required rear yard - 19 - Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: P/CA 19/20 Date: June 10, 2020 From: Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Manager, Zoning & Administration Subject: Committee of Adjustment Application P/CA 19/20 C. Gallo & O. Peralta 1803 Pine Grove Avenue Application The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended, to permit a minimum north side yard of 1.3 metres, whereas the By-law states where a garage is erected as part of a detached dwelling, the minimum required side yard shall be 1.5 metres. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to recognize a deficient side yard setback. Recommendation The City Development Department considers the requested variance 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 condition: 1. That this variance apply only to the existing dwelling on the subject site, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibit 2). Background In 2016, a building permit was issued for the construction of a two -storey detached dwelling on the subject site. During the construction of the dwelling, an error was made with the north side yard. As a result, the property requires relief from Zoning By-law 3036 to recognize a deficient side yard setback. Comment Conforms to the Intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law The subject site is designated “Urban Residential Areas – Low Density Area” within the Highbush Neighbourhood. Detached dwellings are the primary built-form in the Highbush Neighbourhood. - 20 - Report P/CA 19/20 June 10, 2020 Page 2 The subject site is zoned “R4” within Zoning By-law 3036. A detached dwelling is permitted within the R4 Zone. Though the existing detached dwelling is permitted, it does not meet the minimum north side yard setback required in the By-law. The purpose of the side yard setback is to provide appropriate separation between structures on abutting properties, accommodate drainage and provide sufficient room for maintenance of the dwelling. The abutting property to the north has a detached dwelling that is setback 3 metres from the north property line. The two dwellings are setback 4.3 metres from each other. As such, there is sufficient room between the structures on the abutting properties to accommodate drainage and for the maintenance of each dwelling. Desirable for the Appriopriate Development of the Land and Minor in Nature Given the detached dwelling was constructed with a building permit in 2016 and is consistent with development along Pine Grove Avenue (all detached dwellings), Staff consider the development appropriate. The request to vary the north side yard by 0.2 metres is considered a minor variation to the required side yard setback. Conclusion Staff is of the opinion that the requested variance to permit a north side yard setback of 1.3 metres is desirable for the appropriate development of land, maintains the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, and is minor in nature. Input From Other Sources Engineering Services  No comments on the application. Building Services  No comments on the application. Date of report: June 3, 2020 Comments prepared by: Isabel Lima Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Planner I Manager, Zoning & Administration IL:so J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2020\PCA 19-20\Report\PCA 19-20 Report.doc Attachments - 21 - PineGroveAvenueH o g a rt h StreetValley Ridge CrescentWaterford Gate Prohill Street West Lane Woodview AvenueSweetbriar Court Copley Street Secord Street Thicket Crescent Sandcherry Court Rockwood DriveWhite Pine Crescent Valley RidgeOpen Space WoodviewTot Lot 1:4,000 SCALE: © The Corporation of the City of Pickering Produced (in part) under license from: © Queens Printer, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, Department of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.; © Teranet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers all rights reserved.; © Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and its suppliers all rights reserved.; City DevelopmentDepartment Location MapFile:Applicant:Property Description: P/CA 19/20 THIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY. Date: Mar. 09, 2020 Exhibit 1 ¯EC. Gallo & O. PeraltaPt Lot 4, Plan 282 Now, Pt 1, 40R-29130(1803 Pine Grove Avenue) SubjectLands L:\PLANNING\01-MapFiles\PCA\2020\PCA 19-20 C. Gallo & O. Peralta\PCA19-20_LocationMap.mxd - 22 - Exhibit 2 Submitted Site Plan File No: P/CA 19/20 Applicant: C. Gallo & O. Peralta Property Description: Pt Lot 4, Plan 282 Now, Pt 1, 40R-29130 (1803 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT.Date: March 17, 2020 to permit a minimum north side yard of 1.3 metres - 23 - Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: P/CA 20/20 Date: June 10, 2020 From: Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Manager, Zoning & Administration Subject: Committee of Adjustment Application P/CA 20/20 B. & C. Bailey 1004 Rambleberry Avenue Application The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 2470/87, to permit an uncovered deck not exceeding 2.6 metres in height a nd not projecting more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard, whereas the By-law requires uncovered steps or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade and not projecting more than 1.5 metres into any required front or rear yard and not more than 0.5 metres into any required side yard. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit for an uncovered deck. Recommendation The City Development Department considers the requested variance 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 condition: 1. That this variance apply only to the proposed uncovered deck, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibit 2, 3 & 4). Comment Conforms to the Intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law The subject site is designated as “Urban Residential Areas – Low Density Area” within the Liverpool Neighbourhood. Detached dwellings are a permitted use within the designation and a built form within the Liverpool Neighbourhood. The subject site is zoned “S2” within Zoning By-law 3036, amended by By-law 2470/87. The applicant is proposing to reconstruct an uncovered deck that connects to the rear first floor entrance of the detached dwelling that is 2.7 metres in height above grade. - 24 - Report P/CA 20/20 June 10, 2020 Page 2 The intent of provision 5.7(b), restricting the height of decks to 1.0 metre above grade, is to protect the privacy of abutting properties. Due to the significant drop in grade from the front lot line to the rear lot line, a greater height is required to provide access from the rear first floor entrance to the deck. Neighbouring properties to the north have existing decks greater than 1.0 metre in height that connect to the first floor entrance. The existing deck to be replaced on the subject site is also greater than 1.0 metre in height and connects to the first floor entrance. Desirable for the Appriopriate Development of the Land The applicant is proposing to reconstruct a deck that is greater than 1.0 metre in height. Neighbouring properties also appear to have existing decks greater than 1.0 metre in height as the rear entrances are constructed more than 1.0 metre above grade. Minor in Nature The request to construct an uncovered deck that is greater than 1.0 metre in height is not anticipated to have any significant impact on the surrounding area and is therefore considered minor in nature. Conclusion Staff is of the opinion that the requested variance to permit the construction of an uncovered deck is desirable for the appropriate development of land, maintains the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, and is minor in nature. Input From Other Sources Engineering Services  No comments on the application. Building Services  No comments on the application. Date of report: June 3, 2020 Comments prepared by: Isabel Lima Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Planner I Manager, Zoning & Administration IL:so J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2020\PCA 20-20\Report\PCA 20-20 Report.doc Attachments - 25 - Rambleberry AvenueGoldenridgeRoadSpartanCourtDu n b a r t o n R oadFalconcrest DriveCloudberry CourtRushton Road Kingston RoadKelvinway LaneRowntreeCres c ent RathmoreCrescent Appleview RoadLongbow DriveHeathside CrescentDalewoodRavine DalewoodRavine DalewoodRavine 1:4,000 SCALE: © The Corporation of the City of Pickering Produced (in part) under license from: © Queens Printer, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, Department of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.; © Teranet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers all rights reserved.; © Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and its suppliers all rights reserved.; City DevelopmentDepartment Location MapFile:Applicant:Property Description: P/CA 20/20 THIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY. Date: Mar. 09, 2020 Exhibit 1 ¯EB. & C. BaileyPt Lt 27, Plan 1051 RCP Now, Part 7 40R-10323& Part 1 40R-5972 (1004 Rambleberry Avenue) SubjectLands L:\PLANNING\01-MapFiles\PCA\2020\PCA 20-20 B. & C. Bailey\PCA20-20_LocationMap.mxd - 26 - Exhibit 2 Submitted Site Plan File No: P/CA 20/20 Applicant: B. & C. Bailey Property Description: Pt Lot 27, Plan 1051 RCP Now, Part 7 40R-10323 & Part 1 40R-5972 (1004 Rambleberry Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: March 18, 2020 to permit an uncovered deck not exceeding 2.6 metres in height and not projecting more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard - 27 - Exhibit 3 Submitted South-West Elevation File No: P/CA 20/20 Applicant: B. & C. Bailey Property Description: Pt Lot 27, Plan 1051 RCP Now, Part 7 40R-10323 & Part 1 40R-5972 (1004 Rambleberry Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: March 18, 2020 to permit an uncovered deck not exceeding 2.6 metres in height and not projecting more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard - 28 - Exhibit 4 Submitted Floor Plan File No: P/CA 20/20 Applicant: B. & C. Bailey Property Description: Pt Lot 27, Plan 1051 RCP Now, Part 7 40R-10323 & Part 1 40R-5972 (1004 Rambleberry Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: March 18, 2020 - 29 - Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: P/CA 21/20 Date: June 10, 2020 From: Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Manager, Zoning & Administration Subject: Committee of Adjustment Application P/CA 21/20 2227959 Ontario Inc. 962 Alliance Road Application The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, as amended, to permit:  a minimum front yard setback of 7.6 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum front yard setback of 12.0 metres;  a minimum south side yard setback of 1.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 4.5 metres;  1 parking space per 60 square metres of gross floor area for industrial uses, whereas the By-law requires 1 parking space per 56 square metres of gross floor area for industrial uses;  front yard parking to be limited to 25 percent of the total required parking area, whereas the By-law requires front yard parking to be limited to 20 percent of the total required parking area. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to facilitate an addition to an existing industrial building. Recommendation The City Development Department considers the requested variances 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 condition: 1. That these variances apply only to the proposed addition to the existing industrial building, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibit 2, 3 & 4). Background The applicant has submitted a Site Plan Application for the subject property to facilitate the addition. These variances are required to obtain Site Plan Approval. - 30 - Report P/CA 21/20 June 10, 2020 Page 2 Comment Conforms to the Intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law The subject site is designated as “Employment Areas – Prestige Employment” within the Bay Ridges Neighbourhood. Lands within this designation are intended to accommodate concentrations of light manufacturing, assembly and warehousing uses and related employment opportunities. The subject site is zoned “M1” within Zoning By-law 2511, as amended. The applicant is proposing to construct an addition (including a warehouse and showroom expansion) on the south side of the existing industrial building (currently a workshop and showroom). Front Yard Setback Variance Though the existing building meets the minimum front yard setback requirement of 12.0 metres, the proposed addition is setback 7.6 metres in order to accommodate the showroom expansion. The purpose of the front yard setback is to provide an adequate separation distance between the building and the street, and to provide an adequate landscaped area in front of the property. The requested front yard setback of 7.6 metres will maintain an adequate buffer between the building and the street. There is a 10-metre-wide strip of soft landscaped area (i.e., grass) located in front of the property, which provides a further buffer. Side Yard Setback Variance The proposed addition is setback 1.2 metres from the south side lot line, whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 4.5 metres. The purpose of the side yard setback is to provide appropriate separation between structures on a butting properties, to accommodate drainage and to provide sufficient room for maintenance of the building. The abutting property to the south has two buildings, one located approximately 38.0 metres from the proposed addition and the other located approximately 136.0 metres away from the proposed addition. As such, there is sufficient room between the buildings on the abutting properties to accommodate drainage and for the maintenance of each building. Parking Reduction Variance The proposal requests 1 parking space per 60 square metres of gross floor area for industrial uses (providing 12 parking spaces on-site), whereas the By-law requires 1 parking space per 56 square metres of gross floor area (minimum of 13 parking spaces on-site). The intent of regulating the minimum number of parking spaces is to ensure that parking demand can be accommodated on-site. The applicant indicates that the company has eight workers based out of the site. The proposed parking spaces are sufficient to accommodate the parking demand of eight employees. - 31 - Report P/CA 21/20 June 10, 2020 Page 3 Front Yard Parking Variance The proposal limits front yard parking to 25 percent of the total required parking area (3 parking spaces in the front yard), whereas the By-law requires front yard parking to be limited to 20 percent of the total parking area (maximum of 2 spaces in the front yard). The intent of limiting parking in the front yard is to maintain the streetscape of the area. The subject site is surrounded by industrial uses, each with parking areas located in the fron t yard. The parking spaces in the front yard will accommodate clients visiting the showroom and reduce the conflict of clients walking through the loading/truck traffic areas at the rear of the site. Desirable for the Appriopriate Development of the Land and Minor in Nature The requested variances are desirable for the appropriate development of the land as the proposal is in keeping with the range of industrial uses in the surrounding area. T he proposed front yard setback is in line with the character of the area, as other front yard setbacks along Alliance Road vary to as small as 6.0 metres. The proposed side yard setback provides sufficient room to accommodate drainage and maintenance of the building on the subject site and the abutting property. A reduction from 13 parking spaces to 12 parking spaces is minor in nature and appropriate for the site, as sufficient on-site parking will be maintained. The parking spaces located in the front yard of the building are intended to provide convenient access for clients to the showroom. Conclusion Staff is of the opinion that the requested variances to permit an addition to an existing industrial building are desirable for the appropriate development of land, maintain the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, and are minor in nature. Input From Other Sources Engineering Services  No comments on the application. Building Services  No comments on the application. Date of report: June 3, 2020 Comments prepared by: Isabel Lima Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Planner I Manager, Zoning & Administration IL:so J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2020\PCA 21-20\Report\PCA 21-20 Report.doc Attachments - 32 - Krosno BoulevardMorden Lan e Drava StreetRey t a n B o u le va rd Sandy Beach RoadAlliance RoadBayly Street Don BeerArena 1:4,000 SCALE: © The Corporation of the City of Pickering Produced (in part) under license from: © Queens Printer, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, Department of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.; © Teranet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers all rights reserved.; © Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and its suppliers all rights reserved.; City DevelopmentDepartment Location MapFile:Applicant:Property Description: P/CA 21/20 THIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY. Date: Mar. 09, 2020 Exhibit 1 ¯E2227959 Ontario Inc.Pt Lt 20, B.F.C. Range 3 Now, Pt 1 40R-978(962 Alliance Road) SubjectLands Hydro Corridor L:\PLANNING\01-MapFiles\PCA\2020\PCA 21-20 2227959 Ontario Inc\PCA21-20_LocationMap.mxd Hydro Corridor - 33 - Exhibit 2 Submitted Site Plan File No: P/CA 21/20 Applicant: 2227959 Ontario Inc. Property Description: Pt Lot 20, B. F.C. Range 3 Now, Pt 1 40R-978 (962 Alliance Road) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: Mar. 12, 2020 to permit a minimum front yard setback of 7.6 metres to permit a minimum south side yard setback of 1.2 metres to permit 1 parking space per 60 square metres of gross floor area for industrial uses to permit front yard parking to be limited to 25 percent of the total required parking area - 34 - Exhibit 3 Submitted Floor Plan File No: P/CA 21/20 Applicant: 2227959 Ontario Inc. Property Description: Pt Lot 20, B. F.C. Range 3 Now, Pt 1 40R-978 (962 Alliance Road) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: Mar. 12, 2020 New Warehouse Existing Workshop Existing Show Room Show Room Expansion - 35 - Exhibit 4 Submitted Elevations File No: P/CA 21/20 Applicant: 2227959 Ontario Inc. Property Description: Pt Lot 20, B. F.C. Range 3 Now, Pt 1 40R-978 (962 Alliance Road) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: March 12, 2020 - 36 - Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: P/CA 22/20 Date: June 10, 2020 From: Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Manager, Zoning & Administration Subject: Committee of Adjustment Application P/CA 22/20 M. & M. Snedden 2022 Trailwood Court Application The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 1228/81, to permit an uncovered deck not exceeding 2.7 metres in height and not projecting more than 3.2 metres into the required rear yard, whereas the By-law requires uncovered steps or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade and not projecting more than 1.5 metres into any required front or rear yard and not more than 0.5 metres into any required side yard. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit for an uncovered deck. Recommendation The City Development Department recommends that minor variance application P/CA 22/20 be Tabled until further comments are received from the Toronto Region Conservation Authority and the matter of the differing drawings is resolved. Background The subject property is located with a Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Regulated Area. This minor variance application was circulated to TRCA for review and comment. Upon TRCA’s review, the following issues were identified:  A 6 metre setback from the stable top of bank for any new non-habitable development is required under TRCA policy. Based on the proposal, TRCA staff confirmed that the proposed deck does not comply with this policy and extends beyond the footprint of the existing development towards the top of bank.  TRCA confirmed that a permit is required from TRCA prior to any new development taking place on the subject property. A permit application was submitted to TRCA to facilitate the construction of a pergola and uncovered deck at the rear of the subject property. The drawings submitted with the TRCA permit application are not consistent with the drawings circulated to TRCA as part of this minor variance application. - 37 - Report P/CA 22/20 June 10, 2020 Page 2 The applicant has been informed of the issues identified by TRCA and that City of Pickering Staff recommend tabling this application. Staff recommend this application be rescheduled for a Committee of Adjustment hearing once further comments are received from the Toronto Region Conservation Authority and the matter of the differing drawings is resolved. Input From Other Sources Engineering Services  No comments on the application. Building Services  No comments on the application. Date of report: June 4, 2020 Comments prepared by: Isabel Lima Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Planner I Manager, Zoning & Administration IL:so J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2020\PCA 22-20\Report\PCA 22-20 Report.doc Attachments - 38 - Maple Gate RoadF ieldstone Circle BramblewoodCourt Rigby Drive Mad o nna Court A b b e y R o a d Gossamer Drive Trailwood Court Harvest DriveTimber Court Cedarwood Court P in e G le n D r iv e WildroseCrescentM eadowlane CrescentW indgr oveSquareNu WestRavine MapleRidge Park 1:4,000 SCALE: © The Corporation of the City of Pickering Produced (in part) under license from: © Queens Printer, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, Department of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.; © Teranet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers all rights reserved.; © Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and its suppliers all rights reserved.; City DevelopmentDepartment Location MapFile:Applicant:Property Description: P/CA 22/20 THIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY. Date: Mar. 11, 2020 Exhibit 1 ¯ E M. & M. SneddenLot 108, Plan M1222(2022 Trailwood Court) SubjectLands Hydro Corridor L:\PLANNING\01-MapFiles\PCA\2020\PCA 22-20 M. & M. Snedden\PCA22-20_LocationMap.mxd Hydro Corridor - 39 - Exhibit 2 Submitted Site Plan File No: P/CA 22/20 Applicant: M. & M. Snedden Property Description: Lot 108, Plan M1222 (2022 Trailwood Court) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: March 18, 2020 to permit an uncovered deck not exceeding 2.7 metres in height and not projecting more than 3.2 metres into the required rear yard TRAILWOOD COURT - 40 - Exhibit 3 Submitted East Elevation File No: P/CA 22/20 Applicant: M. & M. Snedden Property Description: Lot 108, Plan M1222 (2022 Trailwood Court) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: March 18, 2020 to permit an uncovered deck not exceeding 2.7 metres in height and not projecting more than 3.2 metres into the required rear yard - 41 - Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 Date: June 10, 2020 From: Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Manager, Zoning & Administration Subject: Committee of Adjustment Application P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 GHR Investment Corp. 1865 Pine Grove Avenue Applications P/CA 23/20 (Lot 1) The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended:  to permit a minimum lot area of 445 square metres; whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot area of 460 square metres  to permit a minimum front yard setback of 6.5 metres; whereas the By-law requires a minimum front yard setback of 7.5 metres  to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres on the east side yard; whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.5 metres  to permit a maximum lot coverage of 38 percent; whereas the By-law requires a maximum lot coverage of 33 percent  to permit a minimum flankage yard setback of 4.0 metres; whereas the By-law requires a minimum flankage yard setback of 4.5 metres  to permit uncovered steps and a platform with a maximum height of 2.65 metres above grade to project 1.5 metres into the required side yard; whereas the By-law requires uncovered steps or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade to project not more than 0.5 metres into the required side yard  to permit an uncovered platform measuring 2.5 metres in height above grade to project 1.5 metres into the required rear yard; whereas the By-law requires uncovered platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade to project not more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard P/CA 24/20 (Lot 2) The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended:  to permit a minimum lot frontage of 14.0 metres; whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 15.0 metres  to permit a minimum lot area of 427 square metres; whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot area of 460 square metres  to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the west side yard; whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.5 metres  to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the east side yard; whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.5 metres - 42 - Report P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 June 10, 2020 Page 2  to permit a maximum lot coverage of 38.5 percent; whereas the By-law requires a maximum lot coverage of 33 percent  to permit an uncovered platform measuring 2.5 metres in height above grade to project 1.45 metres into the required rear yard; whereas the By-law requires uncovered platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade to project not more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard P/CA 25/20 (Lot 3) The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended:  to permit a minimum lot frontage of 14.0 metres; whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 15.0 metres  to permit a minimum lot area of 427 square metres; whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot area of 460 square metres  to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the west side yard; whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.5 metres  to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the east side yard; whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.5 metres  to permit a maximum lot coverage of 38.5 percent; whereas the By-law requires a maximum lot coverage of 33 percent  to permit an uncovered platform measuring 2.5 metres in height above grade to project 1.45 metres into the required rear yard; whereas the By-law requires uncovered platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade to project not more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard P/CA 26/20 (Lot 4) The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended:  to permit a minimum lot frontage of 14.0 metres; whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 15.0 metres  to permit a minimum lot area of 427 square metres; whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot area of 460 square metres  to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the west side yard; whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.5 metres  to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the east side yard; whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.5 metres  to permit a maximum lot coverage of 38.5 percent; whereas the By-law requires a maximum lot coverage of 33 percent  to permit an uncovered platform measuring 2.5 metres in height above grade to project 1.4 metres into the required rear yard; whereas the By-law requires uncovered platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade to project not more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to facilitate the creation of three residential lots through Consent Applications and obtain building permits for the construction of four single detached dwellin gs. - 43 - Report P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 June 10, 2020 Page 3 Recommendation The City Development Department considers the requested variances to be not in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan, not desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and not minor in nature, and therefore recommends Refusal of the proposed variances. Comment Does Not Conform to the Intent of the Official Plan Pickering’s Official Plan designates this property as “Urban Residential Areas – Low Density Areas” within the Highbush Neighbourhood. Lands within this designation are intended to accommodate residential uses including single detached dwellings. The purpose of the requested variances is to facilitate the creation of three lots through future Consent Applications to construct four single detached dwellings. Although the proposed single detached dwellings are a permitted built form , staff is of the opinion that the requested variances do not conform to the City’s Highbush Neighbourhood Official Plan policies. City Policy 12.12 (Highbush Neighbourhoo d Policies), City Council shall: (a) in the established residential areas along Pine Grove Avenue and Woodview Avenue, encourage and where possible require development to be compatible within the character of existing development and preserve to the greatest e xtent possible significant vegetation: (i) which character is reflected by features including but not limited to: lots with low lot coverage; the existing lotting pattern; style and siting of dwellings; and the significant mature vegetation; and (ii) to this end, City Council shall, in the introduction of new dwellings and creation of new lots, use strategies including but not limited to: lower lot coverages, wider lot frontages, deeper lot depths, wider side yards, deeper front yards, lower building heights and lower densities, along the existing older roads; density and lot frontage gradients between development fronting the existing older roads and development fronting new internal streets; buffering between new development and existing older development; careful establishment of lot lines, and siting of new dwellings to reflect existing building setbacks and yard depths, to assist in protection of significant vegetation, and tree preservation plans. The existing lotting pattern along Pine Grove Avenue consists of a mix of lot frontages and areas. The requested variances would result in four lots having the smallest lot frontages and lot areas in the immediate area. The intent of City Policy 12.12(a) is not to reject all residential infill development, but to facilitate appropriate development that is consistent with the existing characteristics of the Highbush Neighbourhood, specifically along Pine Grove Avenue and Woodview Avenue. Subsection 12.12(a)(ii) of this policy lists strategies to maintain the existing character of Pine Grove Avenue to be introduced where possible. These strategies include, but are not limited to, lower lot coverages, wider lot frontages, deeper lot depths, and wider side yards. - 44 - Report P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 June 10, 2020 Page 4 Since the property currently exists as a 1724.34 square metre lot with approximately 60 metres of frontage along the south side of Pine Grove Avenue, it is possible to facilitate infill development while incorporating the above -listed strategies to preserve the existing character of the neighbourhood. Along the north side of Pine Grove Avenue, lots meeting the minimum required frontage of 15.0 metres and minimum required lot area of 450 square metres were created through a Plan of Subdivision. The abutting property to the east (1873 Pine Grove Avenue) has a lot frontage of approximately 20 metres and a lot area of approximately 600 square metres. South of the subject property are lots with varying frontages ranging from approximately 15.0 metres to 30.0 metres, however they are significantly deeper lots with depths ranging from 70 metres to 100 metres. Proposing lots with the smallest frontages and lot areas in the immediate area is not keeping with the intent and purpose of Official Plan Policy 12.12(a). City staff are of the opinion that there are alterations to the proposal that can be made to help achieve an infill development that respects the intent and purpose of the Highbush Neighbourhood Policies. Conforms to the Intent of the Zoning By-law The subject property is zoned “R4” as per Zoning By-law 3036, as amended. Corner Lot Variances (Lot 1) The intent of the minimum lot area requirement is to ensure that a usable lot size is compatible to the surrounding area. Through future Consent Applications, the applicant proposes a minimum lot area of 445 square metres for Lot 1 whereas the By-law requires a minimum of 460 square metres. The proposed lot area maintains a usable lot size and is comparable to smaller lots that exist along the north side of Pine Grove Avenue. The intent of the minimum front yard depth of 7.5 me tres is to provide an adequate separation distance 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 variance requested is to reduce the minimum front yard depth to 6.5 metres. This depth will maintain adequate separation between the building and the street activity, and will provide adequate landscaped area and parking space at the front of the property. The intent of the maximum building lot coverage requirement is to maintain an appropriate amount of amenity area uncovered by buildings on a lot, to regulate the scale and size of the building, and to accommodate appropriate lot drainage and grading. The maximum lot coverage permissible through this By-law is 33 percent. The application proposes a maximum lot coverage of 38.0 percent for the corner lot. As shown on the overall site plan, adequate amenity space is still preserved through this proposal. The City’s Engineering Services has indicated that they will include a condition in the subsequent Consent Application to ensure that the increase in lot coverage does not adversely affect the existing drainage patterns in the surrounding area. The intent of the minimum side yard width of 1.5 metres on the interior side yard is to provide an appropriate separation between structures on abutting properties in order to maintain pedestrian access, and to accommodate grading, drainage and residential services. - 45 - Report P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 June 10, 2020 Page 5 In conjunction with the requested increase in the maximum lot coverage, a reduction in the minimum required interior side yard from 1.5 metres to 1.2 metres is requested for the east side yard. Although larger homes typically require greater side yards to have more space between the dwellings, this proposed reduction still achieves the intent of this provision. The intent of the minimum flankage yard setback of 4.5 metres is to provide an adequate separation distance between buildings and the flanking street activity and to provide an adequate landscaped area. The requested 4.0 metre flankage yard setback maintains the intent of this provision. The By-law requires uncovered steps or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade to project not more than 0.5 metres into the required side yard. The inten t of this provision is to provide the opportunity for stairs and/or a landing platform to encroach into the side yard when needed, and to ensure an adequate landscaped area within the side yard is provided. Uncovered steps and a platform are proposed at the exterior side yard of the corner lot dwelling. This will facilitate access to the dwelling’s main entrance. The proposed platform and stairs will project 1.5 metres into the required side yard with a maximum height of 2.65 metres. The dwelling maintains a flankage yard setback of 4.0 metres, thus the projected platform and stairs will maintain a 3.0 metre setback from the property line. Since the platform and stairs only make up a small portion of the side wall of the dwelling, the proposed variance meets the intent of the By-law. The By-law requires uncovered steps or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade to project not more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard. The intent of this provision is to provide the opportunity for stairs and/or a landing platform to encroach into the rear yard when needed, and to ensure an adequate landscaped area within the rear yard is provided. The proposed platform projects less than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard, however a variance is required because it is greater than 1.0 metre in height. Adequate landscaped and amenity area is maintained. The proposed elevated platforms will allow for access from the main floor of the building to the rear yard of the property. Interior Lot Variances (Lots 2, 3, and 4) The intent of the minimum lot frontage requirement is to ensure a usable lot size that is compatible with the neighbourhood. A minimum lot frontage of 15.0 metres is required. Through future Consent Applications, the applicant proposes Lots 2, 3, and 4 to have lot frontages of 14.0 metres. Lots with 14.0 metre lot frontages exist in neighbourhoods in the City and adequately provide a usable lot size. While the proposed 14.0 metre lot frontage are similar to the properties on the north side of Pine Grove Avenue, they are not consistent with many lots in the immediate area. The intent of the minimum lot area requirement is to ensure that a usable lot size is compatible with the surrounding area. Through future Consent Applications, the applicant proposes minimum lot areas of 427 square metres for Lots 2, 3, and 4 whereas the By-law requires a minimum of 460 square metres. The proposed lot a reas maintain usable lot sizes. The intent of the maximum lot coverage requirement is to maintain an appropriate amount of amenity area uncovered by buildings on a lot, to regulate the scale and size of the building, and to accommodate appropriate lot drainage and grading. - 46 - Report P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 June 10, 2020 Page 6 The maximum lot coverage permitted by the By-law is 33 percent. The application proposes a maximum lot coverage percent of 38.5 for the three interior lots. As shown on the overall site plan, adequate amenity space is still preserved through this proposal. The City’s Engineering Services has indicated that they will include a condition in the sub sequent Consent Application to ensure that the increase in lot coverage does not adversely affect the existing drainage patterns in the surrounding area. The intent of the minimum side yard width of 1.5 metres on both side yards is to provide an appropriate separation between structures on abutting properties in order to maintain a pedestrian access, and to accommodate grading, draina ge and residential services. In conjunction with the increase in the maximum lot coverage, minimum side yards of 1.2 metres are requested for all interior side yards. Although larger homes typically require greater side yards to have more space between the dwellings, this proposed reduction still achieves the intent of this provision. The By-law requires uncovered steps or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade to project not more than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard. The intent of this provision is to provide the opportunity for stairs and/or a landing platform to encroach into the rear yard when needed, and to ensure an adequate landscaped area within the rear yard is provided. All three proposed platforms project less than 1.5 metres into the required rear yard, however a variance is required because they are greater than 1.0 metre in height. Adequate landscaped and amenity area is maintained. The proposed elevated platforms will allow for access from the main floor of the building to the rear yard of the property. Not Desirable for the Appriopriate Development of the Land and Not Minor in Nature The proposed variances intend to facilitate three future Consent Applications resulting in four infill lots. While Official Plan policies and zoning by-law provisions allow residential infill development of the subject lands to be considered, the proposal intends to facilitate the four smallest lots in the area. It is the opinion of staff that while the impact of each individual variance when considered on their own merits may be acceptable, the accumulation of variances required to facilitate the proposed 4 lots a nd 4 single detached dwellings is an overdevelopment of the subject lands. The impact of proposed variances on neighbouring properties is to be considered when assessing the test of being minor in nature. The abutting property to the south (1861 Pine Grove Avenue) currently shares its northerly side yard with a single property. If approved, the neighbouring property will now share its property line with four lots. As such, the proposed variances are not desirable for the appropriate development of the land and the overall impact of the requested variances is not minor in nature. Conclusion Staff is of the opinion that the requested variances do not maintain the intent and purpose of the Official Plan, are not desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and are not minor in nature. - 47 - Report P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 June 10, 2020 Page 7 Input From Other Sources Engineering Services  Engineering Services have no objection and advise that they will include a condition in the subsequent Consent Application to ensure that the increase in lot coverage does not adversely affect the existing drainage patterns in the surrounding area. Consideration for rain harvesting and other Low Impact Development measures should be made to maintain pre-development runoff volumes. Building Services  No comments were submitted as of the completion of this report. Owner of 1854 Pine Grove Avenue  The lots south of 1865 Pine Grove Avenue (the subject lands) all contain single-dwelling homes on lots 75’ (22.86 metres) wide and 280’ (85 metres) deep on both sides of the street.  1865 Pinegrove is also a single-dwelling corner lot of the same size.  Having that 1-home lot split into 4 separate homes would completely change the structure of the neighborhood and would be a huge eyesore.  It is also a very dangerous area to put 4 homes as there is major traffic (including Pickering bus routes) and it is on a blind corner, making additional driveways a huge safety hazard. Owners of 1866 Pine Grove Avenue We would like to oppose the above proposed application for the following reasons: 1) Safety: Building 4 homes on an already congested corner of the street, poses great risk to cars, buses, and community members. The City of Pickering has had numerous complaints with cars parking on the street in efforts to gain access into the park (adjacent from the property). Buses have had great difficulty with navigating the turn. Increased traffic on the street will only add to the already dangerous corner on the street. - 48 - Report P/CA 23/20 to P/CA 26/20 June 10, 2020 Page 8 2) Property Value in the neighbourhood: Pine Grove consists of modest homes with spacious properties. Squeezing 4 smaller homes on the lot will de-value existing surrounding properties. This is not in-line with the integrity of the neigbourhood. It is for the above reasons that we oppose the application. If the applicant were to re-consider plans and suggest building 2 homes, we would see this as a reasonable request and have no objection. We do hope that you take this into consideration. Safety and property value make Pickering a great place to live. Date of report: June 4, 2020 Comments prepared by: Felix Chau Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Planner I Manager, Zoning & Administration FC:DW :so J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2020\PCA 23-20 to PCA 26-20\7. Report\PCA 23-20 to PCA 26-20 Report.doc Attachments - 49 - SandhurstCrescentPineGroveAvenueValley Ridge CrescentNordane DriveProhill Street Woodview AvenueRockwood DriveCopley Street Secord Street Thicket Crescent Rouge Forest Crescent Sandcherry Court PinegrovePark 1:4,000 SCALE: © The Corporation of the City of Pickering Produced (in part) under license from: © Queens Printer, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, Department of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.; © Teranet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers all rights reserved.; © Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and its suppliers all rights reserved.; City DevelopmentDepartment Location MapFile:Applicant:Property Description: P/CA 23/20, P/CA 24/20, P/CA 25/20, and P/CA 26/20 THIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY. Date: Mar. 11, 2020 Exhibit 1 ¯EGHR Investment CorpPt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) SubjectLands HydroCorridor L:\PLANNING\01-MapFiles\PCA\2020\PCA 23-20 to PCA 26-20 GHR Investment Corp\PCA23_26-20_LocationMap.mxd HydroCorridor - 50 - Exhibit 2 Submitted Plan File No: P/CA 23/20, P/CA 24/20, P/CA 25/20, and P/CA 26/20 Applicant: GHR Investment Corp. Property Description: Pt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 25, 2020 - 51 - Exhibit 3 Lot 1 Submitted Plan File No: P/CA 23/20 Applicant: GHR Investment Corp. Property Description: Pt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt. 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 26 2020 to permit a minimum lot area of 445 square metres to permit a minimum front yard setback of 6.5 metres to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the east side yard to permit a minimum flankage yard setback of 4.0 metres to permit a maximum lot coverage of 38 percent to permit uncovered steps and a platform with a maximum height of 2.65 metres above grade to project 1.5 metres into the required side yard to permit an uncovered platform measuring 2.5 metres in height above grade to project 1.5 metres into the required rear yard - 52 - Exhibit 4 Lot 1 Elevations File No: P/CA 23/20 Applicant: GHR Investment Corp. Property Description: Pt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt. 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 26 2020 - 53 - Exhibit 5 Lot 2 Submitted Plan File No: P/CA 24/20 Applicant: GHR Investment Corp. Property Description: Pt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt. 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 26 2020 to permit a minimum lot frontage of 14.0 metres to permit a minimum lot area of 427 square metres to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the west side yard to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the east side yard to permit a maximum lot coverage of 38.5 percent to permit an uncovered platform measuring 2.5 metres in height above grade to project 1.45 metres into the required rear yard - 54 - Exhibit 6 Lot 2 Elevation File No: P/CA 24/20 Applicant: GHR Investment Corp. Property Description: Pt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt. 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 26 2020 - 55 - Exhibit 7 Lot 3 Submitted Plan File No: P/CA 25/20 Applicant: GHR Investment Corp. Property Description: Pt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt. 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 26 2020 to permit a minimum lot frontage of 14.0 metres to permit a minimum lot area of 427 square metres to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the west side yard to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the east side yard to permit a maximum lot coverage of 38.5 percent to permit an uncovered platform measuring 2.5 metres in height above grade to project 1.45 metres into the required rear yard - 56 - Exhibit 8 Lot 3 Elevation File No: P/CA 25/20 Applicant: GHR Investment Corp. Property Description: Pt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt. 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 26, 2020 - 57 - Exhibit 9 Lot 4 Submitted Plan File No: P/CA 26/20 Applicant: GHR Investment Corp. Property Description: Pt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt. 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 26 2020 to permit a minimum lot frontage of 14.0 metres to permit a minimum lot area of 427 square metres to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the west side yard to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres for the east side yard to permit a maximum lot coverage of 38.5 percent to permit an uncovered platform measuring 2.5 metres in height above grade to project 1.4 metres into the required rear yard - 58 - Exhibit 10 Lot 4 Elevation File No: P/CA 26/20 Applicant: GHR Investment Corp. Property Description: Pt Lt 6, Plan 282 and Pt 4, 40R-16978 Now, Pt. 1, 40R-22744 (1865 Pine Grove Avenue) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 26, 2020 , - 59 - Report to Committee of Adjustment Application Number: P/CA 28/20 Date: June 10, 2020 From: Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Manager, Zoning & Administration Subject: Committee of Adjustment Application P/CA 28/20 A. & A. Stanley 506 Driftwood Court Application The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 2759/88 to permit a minimum rear yard depth of 4.5 metres for a covered platform (deck), whereas the By-law requires a minimum rear yard depth of 7.5 metres. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit for a covered deck. Recommendation The City Development Department considers the requested variance to be minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keepi ng 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 condition: 1. That this variance apply only to the proposed covered deck, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3 & 4). Comment Conforms to the Intent of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law The subject site is designated as “Urban Residential Areas – Low Density Area” within the Amberlea Neighbourhood. Single detached dwellings are a permitted use within the designation and a built form within the Amberlea Neighbourhood. The subject site is zoned “S1” within Zoning By-law 3036, amended by By-law 2759/88. The applicant is proposing to reconstruct a covered deck that is setback back 4.5 metres from the rear lot line. The intent of provision 5 (b)(vi), requiring a minimum rear yard setback of 7.5 metres, is to ensure sufficient amenity space in the rear yard. The requested variance is intended to facilitate the construction of a covered deck that will contribute towards the total usable amenity space in the rear yard. There is also sufficient amenity space to the north of the proposed deck. - 60 - Report P/CA 028/20 June 10, 2020 Page 2 Desirable for the Appriopriate Development of the Land The proposed variance intends to enhance the outdoor amenity space in the rear yard, as it will provide a covered area for outdoor activities. The proposed deck ranges in length from 3 metres to 4.09 metres due to articulation in the main rear wall of the dwellin g. Moreover, the deficient rear yard setback is a result of the rear lot line being at an angle. As such, the proposed platform is setback from the rear lot line 4.5 metres on the north-west corner to 7.12 metres on the north-east corner. Though the By-law does not allow for encroachments of platforms into the rear yard, a minimum rear yard setback of 4.5 metres will be maintained beyond the proposed deck. Minor in Nature The request to construct a covered deck that is setback 4.5 metres from the rear lot l ine is not anticipated to have any significant impact on the surrounding area and is theref ore considered minor in nature. Conclusion Staff is of the opinion that the requested variance to permit the construction of a covered deck is desirable for the appropriate development of land, maintains the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, and is minor in nature. Input From Other Sources Engineering Services  No comments on the application. Building Services  No comments on the application. Date of report: June 4, 2020 Comments prepared by: Isabel Lima Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Planner I Manager, Zoning & Administration IL:so J:\Documents\Development\D-3700\2020\PCA 28-20\Report\PCA 28-20 Report.doc Attachments - 61 - Rosebank RoadSaugeen Drive Wildflower Drive Otonabee DriveHighview Road Driftwood Court Amberlea Road Seguin Square Montclair LaneSturgeonCourt1:2,000 SCALE: © The Corporation of the City of Pickering Produced (in part) under license from: © Queens Printer, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, Department of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.; © Teranet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers all rights reserved.; © Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and its suppliers all rights reserved.; City DevelopmentDepartment Location MapFile:Applicant:Property Description: P/CA 28/20 THIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY. Date: May. 22, 2020 Exhibit 1 ¯EA. & A. StanleyPlan 40M1567, Lot 11(506 Driftwood Court) SubjectLands L:\PLANNING\01-MapFiles\PCA\2020\PCA 28-20 A. & A. Stanley\PCA28-20_LocationMap.mxd - 62 - Exhibit 2 Submitted Site Plan File No: P/CA 28/20 Applicant: A. & A. Stanley Property Description: Plan 40M1567, Lot 11 (506 Driftwood Court) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 25, 2020 to permit a minimum rear yard depth of 4.5 metres for a covered platform (deck) - 63 - Exhibit 3 Submitted Deck & Roof Plan File No: P/CA 28/20 Applicant: A. & A. Stanley Property Description: Plan 40M1567, Lot 11 (506 Driftwood Court) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 25, 2020 - 64 - Exhibit 4 Submitted Rear Elevation File No: P/CA 28/20 Applicant: A. & A. Stanley Property Description: Plan 40M1567, Lot 11 (506 Driftwood Court) FULL SCALE COPIES OF THIS PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE CITY OF PICKERING CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Date: May 25, 2020 - 65 -