HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 8, 2013Present:
Mayor Ryan
Councillors:
K. Ashe
D. Dickerson
B. McLean
J. O'Connell
D. Pickles
P. Rodrigues
Also Present:
Planning & Development
Committee Meeting Minutes
Monday, April 8, 2013
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Chair: Councillor Rodriques
T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer
P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, (Acting) City Clerk
T. Melymuk - Director, City Development
D. Shields - City Clerk
C. Rose - (Acting) Chief Planner
N. Surd - Manager, Development Review & Urban Design
M. Markham - Principal Planner — Development Review
M. Yeung - Planner II
L. Roberts - Committee Coordinator
(1) Disclosure of Interest
No disclosures of interest were noted.
(II) Delegations
John Presta, Director of Environmental Services, Region of Durham
Re: Report PLN 07 -13 Proposed Telecommunication Utility Poles
John Presta, Director of Environmental Services, Region of Durham, appeared
before the Committee to provide an overview of Durham's water supply system.
Through the aid of a power point presentation, he outlined the purpose and
objectives of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) control systems,
including improved operations, process monitoring and regulatory compliance. He
also noted the provision of a standardized communications systems at all facilities.
He provided an outline of the various tower locations throughout Pickering as well as
the approval process for a safe and secure water system.
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A question and answer period ensued with Members questioning the appearance of
the towers as well as their placement. They also questioned whether -the Region
would consider joint usage of telecommunications utility poles for better integration of
infrastructure.
2. Grant Morris, Planning Consultant, Grant Morris Associates Ltd.
Re: Report PLN 05 -13
1897 Woodview Avenue
Grant Morris appeared before the Committee on behalf of Maxcom Developments.
He stated that while there is no problem with the rezoning of the property, their issue
is with the transfer of land to the City of Pickering. He stated ownership was given to
the City with the understanding that Nordane Drive would go through. He stated that
in the event this is not the case, Maxcom Developments should be reimbursed and
indicated he was putting the City of Pickering on notice in this regard.
3. Sylvia Spencer
Re: Report PLN 06 -13
720 Sheppard Avenue
Sylvia Spencer, 771 Sheppard Avenue East, Pickering, appeared before the
Committee with respect to zoning by -law amendment application for property located
at 720 Sheppard Avenue. She noted the previous concerns that have not been
addressed, including the sidewalks and the snow clearing of the sidewalks, noise
and nuisance parking issues. She also questioned the permitted uses to be located,
noting the problems that could result from having a convenience store located there.
She had concerns with personal service shops, noting the noise and ventilation
problems that could potentially ensue and does not want to see antennas on
buildings, as they are unsightly. She discussed the concerns related to the permitted
uses such as hours of operation as well as the impact on area homes and requested
that convenience stores be removed from the permitted uses in the zoning by -law.
4. Crist Seepe
Re: Report PLN 06 -13
720 Sheppard Avenue
Crist Seepe appeared before the Committee representing the owner of 720
Sheppard Avenue. He stated the owner is in peril of losing the building, as it is
currently 80% vacant, and that by leasing it out, it would recreate the jobs lost as well
as bring back the tax revenues. He also noted the owner was willing to remove the
convenience store from the permitted uses on the property.
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A question and answer period ensued with members questioning business uses and
hours of operation.
(IV) Planning & Development Reports
Director, City Development, Report PLN 05 -13
Craig Marshall
1897 Woodview Avenue
Brian Moss, appeared before the Committee representing Craig Marshall. He noted
they had reviewed the report and concur with the recommendations.
No members of the public appeared in support of or opposition to the report.
Discussion ensued with members requesting clarification on the issue of the
conveyance of land with staff providing clarification on matters of precedence as well
as the City's obligations to do so and the process used to determine fair market
value. -
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
That Zoning By -law Amendment Application A 8/12, submitted by Craig
Marshall, to amend the zoning of the subject lands to permit the creation of
thirteen lots for future residential development on lands municipally known as
1897 Woodview Avenue, be approved;
2. That the draft zoning by -law to implement Zoning By -law Amendment
Application A 8/12, as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 05 -13, be finalized
and forwarded to City Council for enactment;
3. That the request made by Craig Marshall, to permit the division of the subject
lands, municipally known as 1897 Woodview Avenue, through land severance
rather than by draft plan of subdivision, be approved;
4. That Informational Revision #18 to the City of Pickering Official Plan Highbush
Neighbourhood Map (Map 20) to delete the street connection from Nordane
Drive to Sandhurst Crescent, as set out in Appendix II, be approved;
5. That City staff begin the process of stopping -up, closing and declaring surplus
the parts of Nordane Drive within Plans 40M -1861 and 40M -1892 required to
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complete the lotting pattern shown on Attachment #3, with the intent of
conveying them to Craig Marshall for an amount to be determined by an
appraisal and satisfactory to the City Solicitor; and that the sale of the lands will
be subject to:
a) all required easements;
b) the preparation of the appropriate reference plans, at no cost to the City,
legally describing the parts within Plans 40M -1861 and 40M -1892 being
stopped -up, closed and conveyed;
c) the preparation of an appraisal to determine the value of the lands;
d) the payment of all legal costs and disbursements by Craig Marshall (the
applicant); and
e) Craig Marshall (the applicant) entering into the appropriate Development
Agreement with the City for the development of the residential lots; and
6. Further, that Council authorize staff to bring forward the by -law required to
formally stop -up and close the parts of Nordane Drive with Plans 40M -1861 and
40M -1892 required to complete the lotting pattern shown on Attachment #3 for
enactment and registration.
Carried
2. Director, City Development, Report PLN 06 -13
Zoning By -law Amendment Application A 6/12
Navraj Properties Inc.
720 Sheppard Avenue
A brief discussion period ensued.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
That Zoning By -law Amendment Application A 6/12, submitted by Navraj
Properties Inc., to permit additional office and commercial uses on lands
municipally known as 720 Sheppard Avenue be approved; and
2. Further, that the draft zoning by -law to implement Zoning By -law Amendment
Application A 6/12, as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 06 -13, be finalized
and forwarded to City Council for enactment with the deletion of convenience
store use under permitted uses.
Carried
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3. Director, City Development, Report PLN 07 -13
Proposed Telecommunication Utility Poles
The Regional Municipality of Durham
2105 Rosebank Road
1611 Pepperwood Gate
583 Eyer Drive
1610 Dersan Street
Discussion ensued and Councillor Ashe expressed his desire for the Region of
Durham to work with all other partners in order to integrate infrastructure to
minimize the landscape.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Ashe
Seconded by Councillor McLean
1. That the Region of Durham be advised that City Council supports the proposed
18.0 metre high telecommunication utility pole to be located at 2105 Rosebank
Road, based on the design and other details submitted with this request;
2. That the Region of Durham be advised that City Council supports the proposed
18.0 metre high telecommunication utility pole to be located at 583 Eyer Drive
based on the design and other details submitted with this request;
3. That the Region of Durham be advised that City Council supports the proposed
18.0 metre high telecommunication utility pole to be located at 1611
Pepperwood Gate based on the design and other details submitted with this
request; and
4. Further, that the Region of Durham be advised that City Council supports the
proposed 18.0 metre high telecommunication utility pole to be located at 1610
Dersan Street based on the design and other details submitted with this
request.
Carried
(III) Part `A' Information Reports
Nilesh Surti, Manager, Development Review and Urban Design gave an outline of
the requirements for a Statutory Meeting under the Planning Act. He outlined the
notification process procedures and also noted that if a person or public body does
not make oral or written submissions to the City before the by -law is passed, that
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person or public body are not entitled to appeal the decision of City Council to the
Ontario Municipal Board, and may not be entitled to be added as a party to the
hearing unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.
Zoning Amendment Application A 3/13
OPB Realty Inc.
1355 Kingston Road, Pickering Town Centre
A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of
informing the public with respect to the above noted application.
Mila Yeung, Planner II, provided an overview of zoning application A 3/13. She
indicated the application was to permit a farmer's market on an on going basis at the
Pickering Town Centre, 1355 Kingston Road.
No members of the public appeared in support of or opposition to the application.
A discussion period ensued. Councillor O'Connell questioned whether the approval
of this application would prohibit vendors from setting up elsewhere and also whether
there were any regulations for ensuring local produce. She requested staff look into
what other municipalities are doing and also questioned any policies that relate to the
setting up of farmer's markets in parking lots and the ensuing reduction in parking
spaces.
Councillor Dickerson requested staff look into defining "locally grown" and any
related liability issues. It was also suggested that the Region of Durham be used as
a resource.
2. Draft Plan of Subdivision SP- 2013 -01
Zoning By -law Amendment A 2/13
Orchard Ridge (Pickering) G.P. Inc.
560 Park Crescent
Melissa Markham, Principal Planner, Development Review, provided an overview of
zoning application A 2/13. She explained the purpose of the application was to
permit the residential development of 51 lots on property municipally known as 560
Park Crescent.
Jeff Solly, Director of Land Development, Sorbara Development Group, appeared
before the Committee and introduced Bryce Jordan.
Bryce Jordan, Planning Manager, GHD appeared before the Committee on behalf of
the applicant. He noted that at a public meeting held in the Council Chambers in late
2012, a good exchange of information and ideas had been received. In a
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continuation of discussions held at that time, he addressed the concerns related to
lot frontages and tree preservation and noted he was in attendance this evening to
hear from the residents.
Councillor Ashe questioned whether a traffic study had been completed and the
connectivity of the woodlot to Cliffview Road.
Paul White, 507 Cliffview Road appeared before the Committee to provide an
overview of resident's concerns with respect to the above application. He provided
the City Clerk with copies of their concerns obtained through community meetings
held on December 12, 2012 and March 13, 2013 with the Fairport Beach
Neighbourhood Association. He noted that while the majority of residents have few
concerns relating to the style and nature of the proposed houses, their concerns
relate mostly to the impact of increased traffic. He noted they would like to see the
ditches retained, utilies buried whenever possible as well as retaining their distinct
neighbourhood. He also noted their concerns with street alignment into and out of
the development with their desire to minimize the flow of vehicles. He indicated one
option to open a new street onto Park Crescent through the extension of Cliffview,
Road. He also noted the use of cul de sacs and expressed their concerns with tree
preservation and the importance of an accessible pedestrian connection.
John Evanoff, 521 Broadgreen Street, appeared before the Committee. He stated
his concern was for the builder to stay more in line with the lot frontages in the
existing neighbourhood, being at least 50' frontages and up. He questioned the
registration process and if there were any claims to the existing pathways. He stated
60' lot frontages would help address the traffic and safety concerns.
Philip Warne, 518 Cliffview Road, appeared before the Committee and stated his
concerns with respect to the protection and enhancement of the existing
neighbourhood. He also stated his desire to see the ditches retained and the
elimination of sidewalks. He noted his desire to see Cliffview Road as the only
access to the area, which would help alleviate traffic issues.
Deborah Bissett, 688 Hillview Crescent, appeared before the Committee, stating her
concerns with traffic flow, noting Oklahoma is already a very busy street and that she
would like to see a street going off Downland to have the traffic split. She also stated
that the December, 2012 submission from Mr. White was not a fair representation of
the community.
Cat Beattie, Pickering resident, appeared before the Committee, stating her
understanding was that the comments from the December, 2012 meeting were to be
withdrawn and that the March, 2013 comments better reflect the concerns of the
community. She also questioned why other comments from residents were not
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noted in the information report. She noted a number of cul de sacs currently exist in
other neighbourhoods within the City of Pickering and questioned why this could not
be done on Cliffview. She was in agreement with a traffic study being conducted,
and stated the end of Cliffview Road needed to be finished off. She also expressed
her concerns with tree preservation and questioned any regulations or by -laws to
protect this.
Josie Newman, 307 -580 Bloor Street East, appeared before the Committee. She
noted that she had lived in the Newman House and stated she felt the ambiance of
the property would be detracted from if they allowed an entrance from the west side.
She also stated she would like additional information with respect to the preservation
of trees and vegetation as well as the archaeological assessment, -as the information
she had reviewed was unclear.
Gord Clewes, 965 Essa Crescent, appeared before the Committee in opposition to
the proposed development and questioned why the remaining property surrounding
the Newman home is so small, stating he would like to see more property retained
along with the heritage home.
Mary Humphrys, Pickering resident, appeared before the Committee and stated the
West Shore Community Association had held their first annual general meeting
where they had identified concerns with respect to 560 Park Crescent. She noted
they are happy with the heritage designation and were also in favour of a traffic study
being conducted. She stated their primary concerns relating to traffic and safety
issues need to be addressed as well as pedestrian access. She also agreed that a
one way street was a good option to consider. She questioned whether the sales
office would take up one or two lots.
Jasmin Rauh - Munch, 507 Marksbury Road, appeared before the Committee. She
requested the Committee take into consideration their unique community and stated
the proposed lot sizes are not suitable to the community. She also stated a one way
street would help address the safety concerns. She stressed the need for a proper
signal light to be installed at Oklahoma Drive and Eyer Drive.
Andy McKinnon, a Pickering resident appeared before the Committee stating he
would like to see Cliffview as a cul de sac. This would help divide the traffic impact
on the community. He also questioned why they could not have a connection for
direct access out to Whites Road. He stated he would like to see a greater effort in
preserving the mature trees as well as the character of the neighbourhood.
Elio Antunes, 506 Park Crescent, appeared before the Committee and noted his
concerns with the traffic and preserving the character of the community. He stated
these could be impacted by lot sizes. He also stated he was in agreement with a
traffic study being done.
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Charlotte Polychronis, 491 Broadgreen Street, appeared before the Committee. She
stated the need for a pathway to connect the two communities and also felt the pitch
of the road was too steep, which was a concern to her.
Ashely Bridgeman, 39 Lincoln Street, Ajax appeared before the Committee, stating
she had previously lived in this community and noted her desire to move back. She
stated a pedestrian access through the development is important, as well as
maintaining it through the winter months. She noted the importance of gaining a real
picture of surrounding areas in terms of lot sizes such as on Downland, where
varying lot sizes exist. She felt this would enable all economic levels to locate here.
Mike Cuciurean, 39 Lincoln Street, Ajax, appeared before the Committee, stating his
concerns with traffic, noting it should be split by connecting Downlands through in
order to lessen the impact on the community. He also felt a re- evaluation of the
engineering studies was needed with respect to the grading concerns.
Mike Borajac, 507 Broadgreen Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee,
stating he felt the trees at the back of his property enhance the value of his property.
He would like to see a restricted covenant placed on each property to prohibit the
trees from being cut down.
Discussion ensued with Councillor Ashe noting he would like to see a traffic study be
made a requirement and full consideration be given to alternatives, including cul de
sacs with respect to road patterns. He also stated he would like to have further
discussion relating to the character of the community as well as the size of homes
and percentage of lot coverage, pedestrian connection and any potential legal
ramifications of placing a covenant on new lots for the protection of the mature trees.
Councillor O'Connell requested to have the lot sizes of surrounding properties clearly
identified as part of the process on all future rezoning applications, and that it be
noted on the public notice mail outs. She noted she would like to see more of an
explanation provided with respect to grading issues and requested schematics on the
proposed walkway She also 'noted for future consideration that the intersection of
Oklahoma be looked into for upgrading as a separate item, as the current 1PS
system does not make sense for this location.
(II) Other Business
The Chief Administrative Officer was requested to action the following:
1. Councillor McLean requested clarification on the approval process for requests for
exemption from the noise by -law. He noted concerns for approvals without Council
consultation and would like to have the process looked into.
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(III) Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 pm.
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