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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 19, 2000 Cat/ aye I I ,4 vxm _02.011.111 PI SIMMIZE STATUTORY PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING MINUTES A Statutory Public Information Meeting was held on Thursday, October 19, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. PRESENT: L. Taylor - Manager, Current Operations Division R. Taylor - Planner 1 D. Kearns - Committee Coordinator The Manager, Current Operations Division, provided an overview of the requirements of the Planning Act and the Ontario Municipal Board respecting this meeting and matters under consideration thereat. (I) ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 30-00 O.P.B. REALTY(PICKERING CENTRE) INC. PART OF LOT 21 & 22, CONCESSION 1 (PICKERING TOWN CENTRE) 1. Mr. Allan Arsenault, Manager of the Pickering Town Centre was present to answer any questions. (II) ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 28-00 R. HALLIDAY& R. HALLIDAY IN TRUST PART OF LOT 20, CONCESSION 2 (SOUTH TERMINUS OF WILDWOOD CRESCENT) 1. Ron Taylor, Planner 1, provided an explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report#28-00. 2. Gary Templeton, representing the applicant, was present to address any concerns. 3. Arthur Donnan, 2311 Wildwood Cres., stated his concerns with respect to construction vehicles in the area, destruction of trees and ravine and traffic flow. He also was displeased that Council Members were not present at this meeting. 4. Dan Milcawich, 2340 Wildwood Cres., stated his concern with construction vehicles using Wildwood Cres. when kids of the neighbourhood use the cul-de- sac to play on. He is also concerned with increased traffic and property value depreciating. He questioned how this new development will affect the existing neighbourhood and will the access from Wildwood to Valley Farm be cut-off. 5. Yvonne Hale, 2309 Wildwood Cres., questioned why the City would consider allowing this developer to break the by-law. 6. Charlie Salvanga, 2345 Wildwood Cres., stated his concern with the cut-in of the cul-de-sac which will create a different look on the street. He feels the construction of a couple of homes would complete the cul-de-sac and the homes would be suitable for the area. He questioned if consideration is being given to opening up a street to Valley Farm Road. • - - 2 - - 7. Glenda Karamath, 2317 Wildwood Cres., questioned the number of homes to be built on each lot. She is concerned with the safety of the kids, depreciation of property values, drainage system, the loss of the use of the walkway from Wildwood Cres. to Valley Farm Road and the three metre frontages. She questioned if an environmental assessment would be undertaken. 8. Janet Klashpee, 2225 Wildwood Cres., advised that the cul-de-sac is a safe area for the children to play and the construction of these homes would have a detrimental affect on the area. They bought in this area because of the trees and • the safety aspect. What will happen to the wildlife? If the trees are removed the residents will look at hydro wires. She stated her concern with the closure of the access from Wildwood to Valley Farm and also the already over populated Valley Farm Public School. • 9. Robert Morgan, 2271 Wildwood Cres., stated his concern with increased traffic and the loss of trees. 10. Jack Jin, 2326 Wildwood Cres., advised that he bought his property because of the cul-de-sac. He further advised that his grandchildren play on the cul-de-sac but will loose this if these homes are built. 11. Dave Jackson, 2330 Wildwood Cres., bought in the area due to the trees and cul- de-sac. If the existing trees are removed the residents will be looking at hydro wires. He stated his concerns with parking on the street, safety of the kids and size of homes and lots. 12. Steven Hall, 2334 Wildwood Cres., stated that obviously all residents are against this application. He questioned if the developer is to be Coughlan Homes and were they previously aware of this application. He also questioned if the residents would be given further notice before a decision is made. 13. Joanne Barsun, 2332 Wildwood Cres., questioned if Council will be present at the next meeting where a decision will be made. She questioned why the access from Wildwood to Valley Farm is open if it is private property. She also questioned where the children are to play when building begins. 14. Rosemary Hall, 2334 Wildwood Cres., stated that they paid a premium for their lot because of the trees and the greenbelt. If the trees are removed they will be looking at hydro wires. 15. Gary Templeton, representing the applicant, advised that the builder will be Coughlan Homes, the access to Valley Farm Road will end and a new access is not anticipated, there will be a significant removal of trees from certain lots, there will be increased traffic, and construction traffic will be using Wildwood Crescent. The lots will be :approximately 32' with a one car garage and the driveway will fit one car. The values of the surrounding homes should not depreciate. • I (III) ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Dated v c-i 2 017 Cwt Clerk