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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 7, 2005PICKER1NG MINUTES of the 12th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held in the Main Committee Room of the Pickering Civic Complex on Wednesday, September 7, 2005 and convened at 7:07 p.m. PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: ABSENT: Marie Billinger Chris Braney David Johnson Eric Newton - Chair Bill Utton Lynda Taylor, Manager, Development Review Carla Pierini, Planner II Lesley Dunne, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Ross Pym, Secretary-Treasurer MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES There were no matters arising from the minutes. ADOPTION OF MINUTES MOTION: Moved by Bill Utton, seconded by David Johnson That the minutes of the 11th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held Wednesday, August 17, 2005, be adopted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTION OF AGENDA MOTION: Moved by Marie Billinger, seconded by Chris Braney That the agenda for the Wednesday, September 7, 2005 meeting be adopted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 64 P/CA 19/05 - J. Coughlan 2000 Brock Road (Part of Lot 19, Concession 1) (40R-15638, Part 3) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3060, as amended by By-laws 4081/92 and 6153/03 to permit a 0.3 metre yard depth from Finch Avenue and a 0.9 metre yard depth from Brock Road to the proposed underground parking garage, whereas the by-law requires a minimum of 2.0 metre yard depth to both Finch Avenue and Brock Road. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain site plan approval for the proposed development. Carla Pierini outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department. Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control Supervisor and the City's Fire Prevention Officer, both expressing no concerns. Ron Halliday, agent, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Written comments were also received from Vivian Brennan of 1995 Royal Road in objection to the application. Vivian Brennan expressed concerns with traffic, another driveway so close to Kingston Road, and objects to the variances for the proposed underground parking garage and to building such a high density development. MOTION: Moved by David Johnson, seconded by Bill Utton That application P/CA 19/05 by J. Coughlan, be APPROVED on the grounds that the proposed yard depth of 0.3 metres to Finch Avenue and 0.9 metres to Brock Road are minor variances that are 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: That these variances apply only to the proposed underground parking garage, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plan with this application. That the applicant obtains final site plan approval, that shall include an emphasis on the urban design for that portion of the parking garage structure that is above grade, for the proposed development within five years of the date of this decision, or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 65 P/CA 42/05 - Margaret Woods 1242 Charlotte Circle (Part of Block C, Plan 1153) (Parts 6, 14, 21,40R-4929) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 736/77 to permit the conversion of the rear portion of the private garage to a laundry room, whereas the by-law requires minimum of one private garage to be provided for parking purposes. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit for the proposed conversion. Carla Pierini outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department. Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control Supervisor and the City's Fire Prevention Officer, both expressing no concerns. Correspondence was also received from Bill McLean, Regional Councillor in support of the application. Margaret Woods, owner, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Councillor McLean stated in his correspondence that he supports the application to permit the conversion of the rear portion of the private garage to a laundry room. MOTION: Moved by Bill Utton, seconded by Marie Billinger That application P/CA 42/05 by Margaret Woods, be APPROVED on the grounds that the proposed elimination of the parking availability inside the garage is a minor variance that is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: That this variance apply only to the proposed conversion as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. That the applicant obtain a building permit and construct the proposed conversion within two years of the date of this decision, or this decision shall become null and void. That a standard garage door remain at the front of the remaining garage space to ensure proper opening of the storage space and the visual consistency of the neighbourhood. That the landscaped areas in the front yard be maintained and not be removed for the purpose of vehicles parking. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 66 P/CA 43/05 - City Centre Residence Inc. 1795- 1801 Valley Farm Road (Part of Block 11,40M-1231) (Part 3, 40R-21924) (Block 4, Plan 40M-2153) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 6119/03, to permit a retirement home building having a minimum 4.0 metre north yard depth and a maximum building height of 29.0 metres, whereas the by-law requires that all buildings and structures be located entirely within the building envelope (which requires a 4.5 metre north yard depth), and a maximum building height of 24.0 metres. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain site plan approval and a building permit for an 8-storey retirement home building. Carla Pierini outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department. Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control Supervisor and the City's Fire Prevention Officer, both expressing no concerns. Written correspondence received from Evelyn Barbour and John Moffitt of 1540 Pickering Parkway are in support of the application. Angela Burley, agent, was present to represent the application. Sharon Rice, Unit 48, Anthony Weekes, Unit 88, Dave Whitaker, Unit 101, Vanessa Pinto, Unit 103, Mr. & Mrs Uranza, Unit 110 and Adelina Carvalho, Unit 112. of 1775 Valley Farm Road were present in objection to the application. Evelyn Barbour and John Moffitt stated in the correspondence the retirement home will enhance the city centre architecturally, is in a good location and within walking distance of all amenities. Sharon Rice expressed concerns with the height, obstruction of view and questioned why we need another retirement home when there is one not far away in the neighbourhood. Anthony Weekes expressed concerns with parking being congested already, a decrease in property value, obstruction of view, and questioned why we need another retirement home, are there not enough in the City already. Dave Whitaker, as a resident owner, expressed concern with a retirement home higher than permitted, decrease in property value, green space being reduced, obstruction of view and hours of deliveries and garbage pick up (no deliveries before 9:00 am weekdays and after 12:00 noon weekends). Dave Whitaker stated the existing blue fence surrounding the property should be moved back to provide safety for pedestrians on the sidewalk and cars exiting the development. 67 Dave Whitaker, as Secretary Board of Directors, DC #182'., expressed concerns with construction traffic (enter site through public road only), construction trades parking (not to be on Condo property), and roadway ownership. Dave Whitaker stated there is nothing in writing to share common elements with the Condo Board and Developer. Vanessa Pinto expressed concerns with the height, obstruction of view, parking and the impact of the construction on the surrounding development. Mrs. Uranza expressed concerns with obstruction of view, decrease in property value, the construction, dust and health and safety. Adelina Carvalho expressed concerns with the blue fence surrounding the property, as it is currently not safe for pedestrians on the sidewalk and cars exiting the development. In response to questions and concerns from residents Angela Burley stated she will look into the fence surrounding the property, and outlined these are minor variances. Angela Burley recognizes the condo roads are not wide enough for construction vehicles or trades and Rockport is pursuing alternate arrangements with City and site plan and building permits will address any additional issues. MOTION: Moved by Bill Utton, seconded by David Johnson That application P/CA 43/05 by City Centre Residence Inc., be APPROVED on the grounds that the proposed establishment of a minimum 4.0 metre north yard depth and a maximum building height of 29.0 metres for a retirement home building are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of he Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: That these variances apply only to the proposed 8-storey retirement home building as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plan with this application. That the applicant obtains site plan approval within two years of the date of this decision, or this decision shall become null and void. That the Committee of Adjustment meeting minutes be forwarded to the Site Plan Committee to provide input for Site, Plan Committee's consideration. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 68 P/CA 44/05 - Kote Kozovski 526 Rosebank Road (Part of Lot 88, Plan 350) (Part 1,40R-22695) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, to permit a minimum rear yard depth of 3.6 metres, and a minimum south side yard width of 0.4 of a metre, whereas the by-law requires a minimum rear yard depth of 7.5 metres, and a minimum side yard width of 1.5 metres. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain a building permit for a proposed two-storey garage addition attached to the existing dwelling. Carla Pierini outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department. Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control Supervisor and the City's Fire Prevention Officer, both expressing no concerns. Kote Kozovski, owner, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Kote Kozovski stated that this is the second application for the proposed two-storey garage addition and outlined the application. Kote Kozovski explained that the neighbour, to the south, stated no concerns with the proposed garage, and indicated there is no other location for the proposed garage and it will provide much needed storage. MOTION: Moved by David Johnson, seconded by Chris Braney That application P/CA 44/05 by Kote Kozovski, be REFUSED on the grounds that the proposed minimum rear yard depth of 3.6 metres, and a minimum south side yard width of 0.4 of a metre to be provided by the proposed garage addition are major variances that are not desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and not in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 69 P/CA 45/05 - LK Properties Ltd (Minacs) & Purdue Pharma Inc. Part of Lot 29, 30, B.F., Concession Range 3, Parts 1 & 2, 40R-8891 & Part of Lot 29, 30, B.F., Concession Range 3, Parts 1 to 5, 40R-10668 (1851 Sandstone Manor & 1800 Sandstone Manor) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, as amended by By-law 789/78 to permit part of the required parking for 1851 Sandstone Manor to be located off-site on a neighbouring property municipally known as 1800 Sandstone Manor, resulting in a minimum of 99 parking spaces at 1851 Sandstone Manor, a minimum of 111 parking spaces on 1800 Sandstone Manor, without a main use and a proposed side yard depth of 1.4 metres at 1800 Sandstone Manor, whereas the by-law requires a minimum of 210 off-street parking spaces to be provided on 1851 Sandstone Manor, requires a parking lot to be accessory or incidental to the main use and requires a minimum side yard width of 4.5 metres for 1800 Sandstone Manor. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain site plan approval for the proposed temporary off-site parking lot. Carla Pierini outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department. Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control Supervisor and the City's Fire Prevention Officer, both expressing no concerns. Also received written comments from Economic Development office in support of this application. Brian Green, agent, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. MOTION: Moved by Marie Billinger, seconded by Bill Utton That application P/CA 45/05 by LK Properties Ltd (Minacs) & Purdue Pharma Inc, be APPROVED on the grounds that the proposed minimum of 99 parking spaces on 1851 Sandstone Manor, the proposed minimum of 111 parking spaces on 1800 Sandstone Manor with a main use, and the proposed minimum side yard width of 1.4 metres are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the lands, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: That these variances apply only to the proposed parking arrangements on 1800 Sandstone Manor and 1851 Sandstone Manor as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. That the applicant obtains final site plan approval for the proposed temporary off-street parking lot on 1800 Sandstone Manor providing a minimum of 111 parking spaces, within one year of the date of this decision, or this decision shall become null and void. 70 That these variances shall become null and void 5 years from the date of this decision or when the lease between the two property owners become expired or void. That the owner submit a plan to the satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development that maximizes the number of on-site parking spaces for 1851 Sandstone Manor and that the approved plan be implemented within one year of the date of this decision, or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY P/CA 46/05 & 47/05 - Maria Jones 1772 Appleview Road (Lot 52, Plan 1051 RCP) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036 to recognize and permit the reduced minimum lot frontage of 15.2 metres for the proposed retained and severed parcels on the subject property, whereas the by-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 18.0 metres. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to facilitate the associated land severance application to the Durham Land Division Committee. Carla Pierini outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department. Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control Supervisor and the City's Fire Prevention Officer, both expressing no concerns. Ron Hawkshaw, agent, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. MOTION: Moved by Chris Braney, seconded by David Johnson That application P/CA 46/05 & 47/05 by Maria Jones, be APPROVED on the grounds that the proposed minimum lot frontages of 15.2 metres are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the lands, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: That these variances apply only to the proposed retained and severed parcels as generally sited on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. That the applicant finalizes the associated severance application, or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 71 10. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Moved by Bill Utton, seconded by Marie Billinger That the 12th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 8:09 p.m. and the next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on Wednesday, September 28, 2005. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Assistant Secretary-Treasurer 72