HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 15, 2015 (Special)
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Minutes
Heritage Pickering
Advisory Special Committee Meeting April 15, 2015 7:00 pm Main Committee Room
Attendees: K. Borisko J. Calder J. Dempsey W. Jamadar
D. Joyce T. Reimer M. Sawchuck C. Sopher J. Van Huss
C. Rose, Chief Planner N. Surti, Manager, Development Review & Urban Design C. Celebre, Senior Planner, Development Review & Heritage L. Roberts, Recording Secretary
Also Present: Dan Hagan Theresa Gauthier Chris Borgal, Goldsmith Borgal & Company Ltd. Architects Rob Quig, Whitevale & District Resident’s Association Scott Finlayson, Whitevale & District Resident’s Association
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1.0 Welcome
C. Celebre welcomed everyone to the meeting. She introduced Catherine Rose and Nilesh Surti from the City Development department. She also welcomed the guests in attendance.
2.0 3117 Gladstone Street
C. Celebre noted the applicants were in attendance for 3117 Gladstone Street to respond to any questions or concerns relating to the Heritage Permit application.
C. Celebre provided members with a suggested staff recommendation for the above heritage permit application as follows; Moved by J. Van Huss
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Status (include deadline as appropriate) That the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee has no concerns with the first phase of the revised heritage permit
application for 3117 Gladstone Street for an increase to the
building height (4’0”), a raised porch and the new cladding to match the concealed existing wood siding. Carried as amended later in the meeting
Discussion period took place. C. Celebre provided an outline of the two phases of the proposed application, noting the first phase was specifically dealing with the building height, porch and cladding. It was noted that the applicant had provided further details in an email which had been forwarded to
members of the Committee. Concerns were noted with respect to the building height and the porch design. Some members were concerned that should this application be approved, it would be setting a precedent for
future applications and that it would be undermining the guidelines of the heritage conservation district. C. Celebre explained that the intent of the guidelines was to manage change and to work with property owners on an
individual basis. It was noted that the applicant had worked with the City’s Heritage consultant and City staff and revised the application in order to comply with previous Heritage consultant’s recommendations. It was noted that the new drawings supplied were more in line with the District Guidelines.
The applicant responded to questions regarding roof height, confirming the dwelling would be 1 ½ stories and would be brought back to a shed style roof. Discussion also took place regarding window location and proportions.
The following motion was brought forward for consideration: That the main motion be amended to read as follows:
1. That the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee is
supportive of the first phase of the revised heritage permit application for 3117 Gladstone Street for an increase to the building height (4’0”), a raised porch and the new cladding to match the concealed existing wood siding; and
2. That the applicant restore the front windows back to the original location and proportions. Carried
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4.0 New Business – Heritage Consultant Reports
Chris Borgal appeared before the Committee to provide an overview of the heritage assessment reports he prepared in response to the Class B Environmental Assessments for
properties proposed for demolition in the Seaton lands and
Whitevale. 4.1) 825 Whitevale Road
C. Borgal provided an overview of the draft heritage assessment
report for 825 Whitevale Road, noting the importance with this property as it is currently listed on the Heritage Register and is recommended for designation.
A brief discussion period ensued with staff responding to
questions raised regarding the heritage lot boundaries. Moved by M. Sawchuck
1. That the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee recommend
to Council that in response to the Infrastructure Ontario Class B Environmental Assessment for demolition, Council object to the demolition of the house located at 825 Whitevale Road; and,
2. That Council designate 825 Whitevale Road under Part IV of
the Ontario Heritage Act. Carried
Moved by J. Calder
That the Committee reconsider the motion regarding the heritage permit application for 3117 Gladstone Street. Carried
A brief discussion period ensued, as the Owner was confused with the motion regarding restoring the front windows back to the original location and proportions. It had been understood by the owner that this was to be considered during phase 2 of the
application . Moved by D. Joyce
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Status (include deadline as appropriate) That the main motion be amended to read as follows:
1. That the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee is
supportive of the first phase of the revised heritage permit application for 3117 Gladstone Street for an increase to the building height (4’0”), a raised porch and the new cladding to match the concealed existing wood siding; and
2. That Phase 2 be brought forward for consideration at a later date. Carried
4.2) 1050 Whitevale Road C. Borgal provided an outline of the contents of the draft preliminary report for 1050 Whitevale Road. Comments were noted as follows;
Questioned whether a subdivision would be going in this location
Would be useful to view the interior
Property stood out, could have interesting history
Worth a further look
Well constructed
Could have social history
Should have a full report prepared Moved by C. Sopher That 1050 Whitevale Road be deferred in order to retain C.
Borgal to complete a full assessment report. Carried 4.3) 3280 16th Sideline
C. Borgal provided an overview of the draft preliminary report for 3280 16th Sideline, with the following comments being noted:
Impressive landscape
Possibility of offering properties for sale
Still value in adding to register when properties are noted
as having no significant heritage value
View the interior of the house Moved by J. Van Huss
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Status (include deadline as appropriate) 1. That the Pickering Heritage Advisory Committee recommend
to Council that in response to the Infrastructure Ontario Class B
Enviornmental Assessment for demolition, Council not object to the demolition of the house located at 3280 16th Sideline; 2. That Infrastructure Ontario record the building in the form of
photographs and/or drawings and provide the documents of the
building to the City; and, 3. That prior to demolition, exterior or interior heritage features be salvaged and any interested heritage organizations, the City or other interested parties be able to coordinate the salvage of
any materials. Motion Lost Further discussion ensued with respect to obtaining additional
information on this property. It was noted that by doing nothing, it shows support of heritage properties that could potentially have some heritage significance rather than voting to support demolition.
Moved by J. Calder That C. Borgal be retained to complete a full assessment report on 3280 Sideline 16.
Carried 4.4) 3490 Brock Road
C. Borgal provided an overview on the preliminary assessment
report for 3490 Brock Road. He indicated the historical signification of the Hubbard family, but stated there seemed to be some confusion regarding ownership, whether it was related to the property at 3490 or 3440 Brock Road. Discussion ensued
with comments as follows:
Unsure of the state of windows
Odd addition in rear
House in poor condition
Not desirable property due to proximity to 407
Moved by D. Joyce
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Status (include deadline as appropriate) 1. That the Pickering Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council that in response to the Infrastructure Ontario Class B
Enviornmental Assessment for demolition, Council not object to
the demolition of the house located at 3490 Brock Road; 2. That Infrastructure Ontario record the building in the form of photographs and/or drawings and provide the documents of the
building to the City; and
3. That prior to demolition, exterior or interior heritage features be salvaged and any interested heritage organizations, the City of other interested parties be able to coordinate the salvage of any materials.
Motion Lost Moved by D. Joyce
That C. Borgal be retained to complete a full assessment report on 3490 Brock Road. Carried
4.5) 3440 Brock Road Chris Borgal provided an overview of the draft heritage assessment report for 3440 Brock Road, noting the structure appears to be in fair condition.
A brief discussion period ensued with questions raised regarding the contextual value of the structure as well as any potential impacts on the budget for preparing further full
assessments.
Moved by J. Calder 1. That the Pickering Heritage Advisory Committee recommend
to Council that in response to the Infrastructure Ontario Class B
Enviornmental Assessment for demolition, Council object to the demolition of the house located at 3440 Brock Road; and 2. That Infrastructure Ontario restore the building to its original
appearance and livability and find an appropriate use and tenant
for the house. Carried
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Status (include deadline as appropriate) 4.5) 1130 Whitevale Road
Chris Borgal provided an outline of the contents of the draft
heritage assessment report for 1130 Whitevale Road. He noted that he would be visiting the location again. Moved by C. Sopher
1. That the Pickering Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council that in response to the Infrastructure Ontario Class B Enviornmental Assessment for demolition, Council object to the demolition of the house located at 1130 Whitevale Road; and
2. That Council designate 1130 Whitevale Road under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. Carried
4.6) 1450 Whitevale Road Chris Borgal outlined the contents of the draft heritage assessment report for 1450 Whitevale Road. He noted the social history connected to this property should be preserved.
Moved by K. Borisko 1. That the Pickering Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council that in response to the Infrastructure Ontario Class B
Enviornmental Assessment for demolition, Council object to the demolition of the house located at 1450 Whitevale Road; and 2. That Council designate 1450 Whitevale Road under Part IV
of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Carried 4.7) 1740 Fifth Concession
Chris Borgal outlined the contents of the draft preliminary report for 1740 Fifth Concession. Moved by J. Dempsey
1. That the Pickering Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council that in response to the Infrastructure Ontario Class B Enviornmental Assessment for demolition, Council not object to the demolition of the house located at 1740 Fifth Concession;
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Status (include deadline as appropriate) 2. That Infrastructure Ontario record the building in the form of
photographs and/or drawings and provide the documents of the
building to the City; and 3. That prior to demolition, exterior or interior heritage features be salvaged and any interested heritage organizations, the City
of other interested parties be able to coordinate the salvage of
any materials. Motion Lost Moved by J. Dempsey
That C. Borgal be retained to complete a full assessment report on 1740 Fifth Concession. Carried
7.0 Next Meeting/Adjournment
Next Meeting: April 22, 2015 – Tower Room
(Upper Level) The meeting adjourned at 9:25 pm.
Copy: City Clerk