HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 24, 2002
MINUTES of the 10th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held in the Main
Committee Room of the Pickering Civic Complex on Wednesday, July 24, 2002.
PRESENT:
Mr. K. Ashe (Chairperson)
Ms. M. Billinger
Mr. T. Mohr
ALSO PRESENT:
Mr. R. Pym, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer
Mrs. F. Niro, Secretary-Treasurer
ABSENT:
Mr. E. Newton
Mr.C.Young
The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Committee Room of the Civic
Complex.
1.
MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
There were no matters arising from the minutes.
2.
ADOptiON OF MINUTES
MOTION: Moved by Mr. Mohr, seconded by Ms. Billinger, and carried unanimously-
That the minutes of the 9th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held
July 3, 2002, be adopted.
MOTION CARRIED
3.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
MOTION: Moved by Ms. Billinger, seconded by Mr. Mohr and carried unanimously-
That the agenda for the July 24, 2002 meeting be adopted.
MOTION CARRIED
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4.
PICA 38/02 - Heather Best
1094 Rambleberry Avenue
being, Part Lot 5, Plan 40M-1272
(40R-8268, Part 2, 6)
City of Pickering
The applicant requests relief from Section 5(3)(b)(vi) of Zoning By-law 3036, as
amended by By-law 1493/82, to permit the establishment of a minimum 5.9 metre
rear yard depth to be provided by a proposed one-storey addition to the existing
dwelling, whereas the by-law requires a minimum rear yard depth of 7.5 metres.
The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit
for a proposed one-storey addition to the rear of the existing dwelling on the subject
property.
The Assistant Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of
Pickering Planning & Development Department. Written comments were also
received from the City's Development Control Supervisor, and from the City's Fire
Prevention Officer, both expressing no concerns.
Ms. Heather Best, owner was present to represent the application. No further
representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Ms. Best
stated that she wishes to enlarge the home and feels the addition would enhance
the property.
DECISION: Moved by Mr. Mohr, seconded by Ms. Billinger and carried unanimously
that-
this application PICA 38/02, by Heather Best be APPROVED on the grounds that the
proposed establishment of a minimum 5.9 metre rear yard depth 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:
1. That this variance apply only to the proposed addition, approximately
13.2 square metres in area, as generally sited and outlined on the applicants'
submitted plans with this application.
2. That the applicant obtain a building permit and construct the proposed
addition within two years of the date of this decision, or this decision shall
become null and void.
MOTION CARRIED
5.
PICA 40/02 - Danlu Holdings Ltd.
1558 Hummingbird Court
being, Lot 1, of Draft Plan of Subdivision SP 2001-01
City of Pickering
The applicant requests relief from Section 2.46(c)(i) of Zoning By-law 3036, as
amended, to permit the "Front Lot Line" to be the 10nQer lot line
(Hummingbird Court) that abuts a street to be deemed to be the front lot line and the
shorter lot line (Sparrow Circle) to be termed the "flank" of the lot, whereas the by-
law states that the "Front Lot Line" shall mean the line that divides a lot from the
street provided that in the case of a corner lot, the shorter lot line that abuts a street
shan be deemed to be the front line and the longer lot line that so abuts shall be
termed the "flank" of the lot.
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The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to vary the definition of the
"Front Lot Line" to obtain a building permit for a proposed single detached dwelling
on the subject property. .
The Assistant Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of
Pickering Planning & Development Department. Written comments were also
received from the City's Development Control Supervisor, and from the City's Fire
Prevention Officer, both expressing no concerns.
Mr. Grant Morris, Planning Consultant, was present to represent the application.
Also present was Ms. Marian Prezens of 420 Sparrow Circle, expressing concerns
with the application.
Mr. Morris provided a history on the subdivision and is satisfied that the application
conforms to the four tests of the Planning Act, that it constitutes good land use
planning, and that the variance is minor in nature.
Ms. Prezens expressed concerns with privacy and wanted to ensure that her unit is
still recognized as an end unit. She requested that the builder erect a 6-foot wood
fence along the rear yard of the subject property to the end of the street.
Mr. Morris stated that the house siting and design has not changed from what was
already approved. The fencing issue has been agreed upon through a subdivision
agreement and the builder is only required to erect a 4-foot chain link fence.
Mr. Mohr commented on the possibility of providing additional landscaping to help
alleviate the privacy issue.
Mr. Pym stated that he does not recommend that a 6-foot wood fence be erected up
to the sidewalk. This may result in obstructing visibility and may create some safety
issues.
DECISION: Moved by Ms. Billinger, seconded by Mr. Mohr and carried unanimously
that-
this application PICA 40/02, by Danlu Holdings Ltd. be APPROVED on the grounds
that the proposed application 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:
1. That this variance apply only to the proposed application, as generally sited
and outlined on the applicants' submitted plans with this application.
2. That the applicant obtain a building permit and construct the proposed single
detached dwelling within two years of the date of this decision, or this
decision shall become null and void.
3. That the builder provide a 6-foot wood fence to extend to the end of the
garage, at the builders' expense.
MOTION CARRIED
6.
PICA 41/02 to PICA 43/02 - E. Agnew, J. Chandler, B. Carter
Part Lot 3, Plan 330, Lot 16, Plan 1051
being, 1837 to 1841 Appleview Road
City of Pickering
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The applicant requests relief from Section 9.2.1 of Zoning By-law 3036, as amended
by By-law 2423/87, to permit the establishment of a minimum 15.2 metre lot frontage
provided by the proposed severed and retained parcels on the subject property,
whereas the by-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 18 metres.
The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to facilitate proposed
land severances to allow lots with reduced frontages.
The Assistant Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of
Pickering Planning & Development Department. Written comments were received
from the City's Development Control Supervisor indicating the application appears
to be acceptable, however, if additional servicing and relocation of utilities is
required, it will be the applicants' responsibility. Written comments were also
received from the City's Fire Prevention Officer expressing no concerns.
Mr. Bob Martindale, agent was present to represent the application. Also present
were Mr. Steven Torok of 1829 Appleview Road, Mr. Kerry Hornsby of
1831 Appleview Road, and Mr. Kevin Love, CD. of 1632 Heathside Crescent, all in
objection to the application.
Mr. Martindale advised the Committee that land severance applications have been
submitted into the Region and they will be considered at the August 12, 2002
meeting. Three further severances will be applied for in the future on the retained
parcel. Mr. Martindale provided a drawing of lots with 15 metre lot frontages in the
area, adding that infilling on Appleview Road has been going on for many years.
Mr. Torok expressed concerns with unequal spacing of lots, the possibility of
townhouses being developed on the retained parcel, and that the lot is not being
properly maintained.
Mr. Hornsby requested clarification of the location of lot lines. He expressed
concerns of insufficient notification of the meeting and suggested tabling the
applications until issues are resolved.
Mr. Love, Retired Captain, expressed concerns with inadequate time to prepare for
the meeting. He feels the variances would have a major impact on abutting
properties.
Mr. Ashe stated that he received calls from Local Councillors recommending the
applications be tabled in order to give individuals an opportunity to discuss related
matters and the possibility of constructing a walkway on the subject properties.
MOTION: Moved by Mr. Mohr, seconded by Ms. Billinger and carried unanimously
that-
these applications PICA 41/02 to PICA 43/02, by E. Agnew, J. Chandler, B. Carter be
TABLED until the Wednesday, September 4, 2002 meeting.
MOTION CARRIED
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7.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Moved by Ms. Billinger, seconded by Mr. Mohr and carried unanimously
that-
The 10th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 7:55 p.m. and the
next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on
VVednesday,August 14, 2002.
MOTION CARRIED
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