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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 9, 2014 - Special Heritage Comittee Meeting 00 Minutes Special Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee Meeting PI KERIN January 9,00 2014 Main Committee Room Attendees: Councillor Rodrigues T. Besso D.Joyce T. Reimer D. Rundle E. Mason M. Sawchuck C. Sopher S. Sheehan J. Van Huss C. Celebre, Senior Planner, Development Review & Heritage L. Roberts, Recording Secretary Absent: S. lyer W. Jamadar Item / Details& Discussion &Conclusion Action Items I Ref# (summary o f discussion) Status (include deadline as appropriate) 1.0 Welcome J. Van Huss welcomed everyone and turned the meeting over to C. Celebre for review of the reports. 2.0 7,325 Highway 7 1710 Whitevale Road & 2865 Sideline----- 16 C. Celebre provided an overview of the three properties proposed for demolition. She noted that as discussed at the November meeting it had been determined that a more extensive review of 2865 Sideline 16 be prepared in order for the Committee to review and determine how to proceed. C. Celebre reviewed the recommendations provided in the above noted reports with the committee members and a discussion period ensued with the following points noted; • Why is demolition being considered as an option if not required — C. Celebre noted no reasons for demolition were given • Possibility of renting out properties and difficulties with respect to property standards concerns • Does the City have authority to request Del to rent or sell properties as opposed to demolition • How much of the committee budget should be Page 1 _ i • Item / Details & Discussion& Conclusion Action Items/ Ref# (summary of discussion) Status (include deadline as appropriate) incorporated into listing properties, or should the committee concentrate solely on those worthy of designation • Why is funding for Seaton heritage properties not part of City Development budget • What about using these properties for affordable housing • Consideration of a by-law specific to heritage properties to incorporate the heritage attributes, giving an extra layer of protection Further discussion ensued with respect to the option of either listing 2865 Sideline 16 or going straight to designation. It was also questioned whether we could add additional • properties such as those on Brock Road for listing at the same time as this property. C. Celebre noted that it was part of the plan to designate the heritage lots identified in the Seaton lands in 2014. She noted that City Development is currently working on a strategy to this effect and she would update the Committee. C. Celebre noted she would speak to Becky George at the Pickering Library with respect to conducting a historical review for 325 Highway 7 and 1710 Whitevale Road. It was felt the report provided was sufficient to move forward with a designation for 2865 Sideline 16. It was questioned C. Celebre to whether there could be additional properties connected to the action Percy family that would be worth looking into. It was noted this property is unique, making a strong argument for designation. E. Mason noted concerns that the owners could move forward with demolition if designation was pursued. Moved by E. Mason Seconded by M. Sawchuck Provided it is determined that 325 Highway 7 and 1710 Whitevale Road have no historical cultural significance, the Committee has no interest in pursuing these properties for listing or designation. Carried Moved by C. Sopher Seconded by E. Mason 1. That staff prepare a report to bring forward to Council for Page 2 Item / Details &Discussion & Conclusion Action Items/ Ref# (sum mary of discussion) Status (include deadline as appropriate) the designation of 2865 Sideline 16, pursuant to Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act; 2. That Del Management/Infrastructure Ontario be advised of the Committee's decision; and C. Celebre to 2. That staff provide the Committee with timelines for the action designation of this property. Carried 3.0 14. 50 Whitevale Road C. Celebre provided the committee with an update on 1450 Whitevale Road barn demolition. She noted that the Pickering Village Museum was pleased to be receiving salvage items as a result of the pending demolition of the barn located on the property. She noted that demolition would take approximately 2 — 3 weeks and that Mattamy Homes would be looking after the dismantling of the salvage items. She also noted that the recommendation contained in the report noted that the identified barn structure be recorded in detail. She advised the Committee that Mattamy Homes has requested if the Committee would accept the report as documentation rather than having additional detailed drawings prepared. M. Sawchuck questioned the cost of preparing detailed drawings. C. Sopher noted it may be quicker to put together additional photos rather than having detailed drawings, stating he felt more documents should be done. E. Mason noted that photos may need drawings to go along with them. Discussion period ensued with questions raised regarding documentation of salvage items. It was questioned whether any additional pictures exist that may not have been included in the report. It was also questioned whether students from archeological or restoration schools could be included to assist with documentation. Liability concerns were noted with this regarding safety issues with allowing students on the property. It was also questioned how many additional barns exist in the Seaton lands that could potentially have heritage significance. 1 T. Besso noted the importance of maintaining a good working relationship with Mattamy homes. Moved by C. Sopher Seconded by T. Reimer 1. That Mattamy Homes be requested to adhere to the Page 3 Item / Details& Discussion&Conclusion Action Items I Ref# (summary of discussion) Status (include deadline as appropriate) recommendations noted in the consultant's report; and 2. That staff inquire with Mattamy Homes on the viability of utilizing students to assist with the documentation of salvage items associated with the barn located at 1450 Whitevale Road and whether they have any additional photos not included in the report . Carried. 4.0 Next Meeting/Adjournment Next Meeting: January 23, 2014 The meeting adjourned at 8:50 pm. Copy: City Clerk Page 4