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Planning & Development
Committee Meeting Minutes
January 10, 2022
Electronic Meeting – 7:00 pm
Chair: Councillor Pickles
Present:
Mayor David Ryan
Councillors:
K. Ashe
M. Brenner
S. Butt
B. McLean
D. Pickles
Also Present:
M. Carpino - Chief Administrative Officer
K. Bentley - Director, City Development & CBO
P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
F. Jadoon - Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects
S. Cassel - City Clerk
C. Rose - Chief Planner
N. Surti - Manager, Development Review & Urban Design
D. Jacobs - Manager, Policy & Geomatics
D. Wylie - Manager, Zoning & Administration
R. Perera - Deputy Clerk
M. Kish - Principal Planner, Policy
C. Morrison - Principal Planner, Development Review
E.Martelluzzi - Senior Planner, Development Review & Heritage
I. Lima - (Acting) Planner II
1. Roll Call
The City Clerk certified that all Members of Council were present and participating
electronically in accordance with By-law 7771/20.
2. Disclosure of Interest
No disclosures of interest were noted.
3. Statutory Public Meetings
Councillor Pickles, Chair, gave an outline of the requirements for a Statutory Public
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 person or public body are not entitled to appeal the
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decision of City Council to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT), and may not be entitled to be
added as a party to the hearing unless, in the opinion of OLT, there are reasonable
grounds to do so.
Catherine Rose, Chief Planner, appeared before the Committee to act as facilitator for
the Statutory Public Meeting portion of the meeting, explaining the process for discussion
purposes as well as the order of speakers.
3.1 Information Report No. Information Report No. 01-22
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 11/21
Greyrock Consolidated Holdings Corporation
Part Lot 21, Concession 1
A statutory public meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of
informing the public with respect to the above-noted application.
Isabel Lima, (Acting) Planner II, provided the Committee with an overview of
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 11/21. Through the aid of a PowerPoint
presentation, Ms. Lima outlined the subject lands, noting that the purpose of the
amendment was to facilitate the construction of a 37-storey residential
condominium building with a 4-storey podium, consisting of 472 units and that the
proposal would form Phase 7 of the Universal City development. She further
spoke to the Universal City Master Plan, planning policy framework, site-specific
amendments, public notice provided, public comments received, planning and
design comments, and the next steps in the application process.
Michael Vani, Weston Consulting, joined the meeting via audio connection to
speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 11/21 on behalf of the
applicant. Through the aid of a PDF rendering of the proposal, Mr. Vani outlined
the details of the Zoning By-law Amendment Application.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee, Staff,
and Mr. Vani, regarding:
•whether the green space included in the submitted conceptual plan would
be publicly accessible;
•the benefits of including a parkette in the subject lands for residents and
their pets;
•whether there would be any commercial component to the proposal and
any plans to include retail amenities;
•the number of parking spaces on the subject lands;
•whether designated parking spots for ride share companies could be
included in the proposal;
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•the number of residential units;
•whether the commercial space would be owned by the condominium
corporation;
•the number of residents notified through the radius mailing for the
application;
•the number of phases for the proposal and the timelines for construction of
each phase;
•the recreation amenities included in the proposal; and,
•whether a pickleball court could be included in the proposal.
Moved by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor Butt
That the rules of procedure be suspended to allow one additional delegation,
under Section 3.2 of the agenda regarding Information Report No. 02-22, and one
additional delegation, under Section 4 of the agenda regarding Report PLN 04-22.
Carried on a Two-Thirds Vote
3.2 Information Report No. Information Report No. 02-22
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 10/21
1023343 Ontario Inc.
4973 Brock Road
Isabel Lima, (Acting) Planner II, provided the Committee with an overview of
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 10/21. Through the aid of a PowerPoint
presentation, Ms. Lima outlined the subject lands, noting that the purpose of the
amendment was to rezone a portion of the property from a commercial zone
category to a residential zone category to facilitate the future severance of the
property to create a total of two residential lots fronting onto Old Brock Road. She
further spoke to the planning policy framework, site-specific amendments, public
notice provided, planning and design comments, and the next steps in the
application process.
A statutory public meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of
informing the public with respect to the above-noted application.
Michael Fry, D.G. Biddle and Associates, joined the meeting via audio connection
and provided a brief over of the zoning by-law amendment application and noted
that he was available for questions from the Committee.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee, Staff,
and Mr. Fry, regarding:
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•whether the applicant was aware of any previous commercial uses on the
subject lands;
•whether staff had received comments from the public or external agencies
since the publication of the Report;
•whether the building on the subject lands would also be modified;
•concerns regarding the septic tanks on the subject lands and the need to
ensure the tanks are in proper working order; and,
•whether the driveway for the new home would be on Old Brock Road and
addressing traffic concerns in the area.
Eileen Higdon
Re: Report PLN 01-22
City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment
Proposed Reduction of the Maximum Dwelling Height for
Infill and Replacement Dwellings
-File: A 12/21
Eileen Higdon withdrew her delegation and did not connect to the electronic
meeting.
Paula MacDonald
Re: Report PLN 01-22
City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment
Proposed Reduction of the Maximum Dwelling Height for
Infill and Replacement Dwellings
-File: A 12/21
Paula MacDonald, 379 Rosebank Road, joined the meeting via audio connection
in support of Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 12/21. Ms. MacDonald,
through the aid of a PDF presentation, discussed the application and spoke to the
compatibility with established neighbourhoods and homes beyond the 9 metre
maximum height posing negative impacts of shadowing and privacy of
neighbouring homes. Ms. MacDonald concluded her delegation by asking the
Committee to approve Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 12/21.
Michael Testaguzza, Planner, The Biglieri Group Ltd.
Re: Report PLN 04-22
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20
Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and
Pickering Square (1986) Inc.
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(1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road)
Michael Testaguzza, Planner, The Biglieri Group Ltd., joined the meeting via audio
connection to speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Mr.
Testaguzza, through the aid of a PDF presentation, discussed the subject lands,
planning policy context, details of the proposal, and the required amendments.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee and
Mr. Testaguzza regarding:
•the height of the podium and whether the heights would be increased;
•clarification regarding the residential access points to the buildings;
•whether any zoning amendments were proposed to 1450 Kingston Road;
•details regarding green space and amenities for the proposal;
•whether discussions had been held with area businesses and whether the
applicant would be sensitive to the needs of the small businesses;
•whether the applicant would be absorbing the costs of relocating small
businesses during the transition;
•whether the applicant would be looking into the rent reduction or the rent
rebate programs through upper levels of government for small businesses;
•the impact of the number of residential units to the employment targets of
the City;
•whether each building of the proposal would include a commercial/retail
component;
•details regarding the parking on site;
•whether there would be short term, at grade parking spaces for visitors and
customers;
•timeframes for the development of the proposal; and,
•revisions made to the 1550 Kingston Road building to address concerns of
area residents.
4.4 Paul White
Re: Report PLN 01-22
City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment
Proposed Reduction of the Maximum Dwelling Height for
Infill and Replacement Dwellings
-File: A 12/21
Paul White, Pickering Resident, joined the meeting via audio connection and
discussed past events which led to the Zoning By-law Amendment Application A
12/21. Mr. White questioned the rational for the change to the 10 metres and
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concluded his delegation by asking Council to approve the Zoning By-law
Amendment Application A 12/21.
4.5 Carlie Weppler
Re: Report PLN 01-22
City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment
Proposed Reduction of the Maximum Dwelling Height for
Infill and Replacement Dwellings
-File: A 12/21
Carlie Weppler, Pickering Resident, joined the meeting via audio connection in
opposition to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 12/21. Ms. Weppler stated
that the application would downzone the identified areas and asked for the
justification for the change in height. Ms. Weppler concluded her delegation by
asking the Committee to maintain the 10 metre height or to establish the 10 metre
maximum height for all of Pickering.
4.6 Dana Saccoccio
Re: Report PLN 01-22
City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment
Proposed Reduction of the Maximum Dwelling Height for
Infill and Replacement Dwellings
-File: A 12/21
Dana Saccoccio, Pickering Resident, joined the meeting via audio connection in
opposition to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 12/21. Ms. Saccoccio
raised concerns regarding the Consulting Report, adding that the report was
dated. She stated that the 9 metre maximum height was a decision made in 2018
and inquired about the reference in Report PLN 01-22 pertaining to municipalities
that have an established maximum 8 metre height and questioned which specific
municipalities had these policies. Ms. Saccoccio continued, inquiring how the City
would be addressing the requests from builders who had submitted letters
requesting a higher maximum dwelling height. She stated that the costs and
process surrounding Minor Variance applications through the Committee of
Adjustment were onerous, and concluded her delegation by asking the Committee
to refuse the Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 12/21.
4.7 Lisa Gaspar
Re: Report PLN 04-22
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20
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Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and
Pickering Square (1986) Inc.
(1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road)
Lisa Gaspar, 1080 Longbow Drive, joined the meeting via audio connection to
speak to Report PLN 04-22. Ms. Gaspar raised concerns regarding the negative
impact to traffic, lack of supporting infrastructure, relocation o f the area small
businesses, lack of access points to the small businesses, and the lack of parking
spaces. Ms. Gaspar concluded her delegation by asking whether any traffic
studies had been conducted.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee
and Ms. Gaspar regarding t he accumulative effect of traffic due to the proposal.
4.8 Lisa Gaspar
Re: Report PLN 01-22
City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment
Proposed Reduction of the Maximum Dwelling Height for
Infill and Replacement Dwellings
- File: A 12/21
Lisa Gaspar, 1080 Longbow Drive, joined the meeting via audio connection to
speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 12/21 and spoke to the
importance of having hei ght restrictions in place for existing neighbourhoods.
4.9 Angela Fang, Malone Given Parsons
Re: Report PLN 02-22
Pickering Housing Strategy Study
Recommended Pickering Housing Strategy, Phase 3 Report
Angela Fang, Malone Given Parsons, joined the meeting via audio connection on
behalf of the North East Pickering Land Owners Group to speak to Report PLN
02-22. Ms. Fang added that the Group was committed to working w ith the City, the
Region, and other stakeholders to find housing s olutions and encouraged
partnerships between the City and the private sector in working towards affordable
housing.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee
and Ms. Fang regarding the Pickering Housing Strategy Report being focused on
addressing affordable housing a nd not the inclusion of North East Pickering in the
urban envelope.
4.10 Karen Sloan; Pet Valu
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Re: Report PLN 04-22
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20
Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and
Pickering Square (1986) Inc.
(1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road)
Karen Sloan, Pet Valu, joined the meeting via audio connection in opposition to
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Ms. Sloan raised concerns
regarding the negative impact to the commercial and retail business owners in the
area, costs associated with relocating a business, and the number of available
parking spaces to support businesses. Ms. Sloan concluded her delegation by
asking for a detailed plan for the commercial spaces and parking.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee
and Ms. Sloan regarding:
•whether the City’s Economic Development Staff had reached out to discuss
the concerns raised;
•the negative impact to businesses when neighbouring businesses are
vacant or closed;
•whether the new property owners had contacted the businesses regarding
lease renewals; and,
•whether surface parking was beneficial and preferable to businesses in
attracting customers.
4.11 John Ferris
Re: Report PLN 04-22
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20
Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and
Pickering Square (1986) Inc.
(1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road)
John Ferris, Pickering Resident, joined the meeting via audio connection in
opposition to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Mr. Ferris discussed
negative impacts to traffic, parking, access to the buildings, and relocation of the
area businesses. He raised further concerns regarding the proposed height of the
buildings and spoke to the need for additional parking spaces, and questioned the
level of employment the proposal would bring outside of construction jobs. He
further asked whether the required infrastructure was in place to accommodate
the proposed growth and whether the Province could dictate the population growth
for the area. He concluded his delegation by asking that the City notify all City
residents via mail for such proposals.
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4.12 Bill Patel
Re: Report PLN 04-22
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20
Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and
Pickering Square (1986) Inc.
(1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road)
Bill Patel, Pickering Resident, joined the meeting via audio connection in
opposition to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. He spoke to the
negative impact of the proposal to the neighbouring townhomes with respect to
shadowing, privacy, traffic, and pedestrian traffic.
4.13 Jan Riegert
Re: Report PLN 04-22
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20
Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and
Pickering Square (1986) Inc.
(1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road)
Jan Riegert, Pickering Resident, joined the meeting via audio connection in
opposition to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Ms. Riegert raised
concerns regarding the traffic and the proposed height of the buildings. She
discussed a previous instance where traffic had to be diverted due to work being
done in the area and noted the negative impact that was caused in this regard.
5. Planning & Development Reports
5.1 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 01-22
Marshall Homes (Village) Ltd. – Plan of Subdivision 40M-2177
- Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision
- Municipal works on Liverpool Road and Wharf Street adjacent to Block 1, Plan
40M-2177
- 1295 Wharf Street
- File: 40M-2177
Recommendation:
Moved by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
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1.That works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement within
Liverpool Road and Wharf Street, adjacent to or outside Plan 40M-2177,
which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated to, or owned
by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto, including lands
that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be accepted and
assumed for maintenance;
2.That Marshall Homes (Village) Ltd. be released from the provisions of the
Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to the works
on Liverpool Road and Wharf Street outside of Plan 40M-2177; and,
3.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Carried
5.2 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 02-22
Serenade Homes Inc. – Plan of Subdivision 40M-2153
-Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision
-Blocks 1 to 4, 40M-2153 and Block 11 and Part of Block 25, 40M-1231 being
Parts 1, 2 & 3, 40R-21924
-1775 and 1801 Valley Farm Road
-File: 40M-2153
Recommendation:
Moved by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
1.That the portion of Valley Farm Road adjacent to Plan 40M-2557 be
assumed for public use;
2.That works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement outside
of/adjacent to Blocks 1, 2, 3 and 4, Plan 40M-2153 and Parts 1, 2 and 3,
40R-21924, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated
to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto,
including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be
accepted and assumed for maintenance;
3.That Serenade Homes Inc. be released from the provisions of the
Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to the works
outside of/adjacent to Blocks 1, 2, 3 and 4, Plan 40M-2153 and Parts 1, 2
and 3, 40R-21924;
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4.That Council enact a by-law to dedicate Block 3, Plan 40M-2153 as a public
highway; and,
5.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Carried
5.3 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 03-22
388270 Ontario Limited – Plan of Subdivision 40M-1552
-Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision
-Lots 1 to 29, Blocks 35, 36, 41, 45 and 47, Plan 40M-1552
-Squires Beach Road/Clements Road
-File: 40M-1552
Recommendation:
Moved by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
1.That works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement within Plan
40M-1552, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated
to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto,
including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be
accepted and assumed for maintenance, except Blocks 30 to 34, 37 to 40,
42 to 44 and 46;
2.That 388270 Ontario Limited be released from the provisions of the
Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan 40M-
1552; and,
3.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Carried
5.4 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 01-22
City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment
Proposed Reduction of the Maximum Dwelling Height for
Infill and Replacement Dwellings
-File: A 12/21
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A question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee and
Staff regarding:
•a status update on the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) appeal for by-laws
pertaining to Zoning Amendment Application A 11/20, and whether there
would be any impact to the passing of this by-law; and,
•concerns regarding the potential impact to the resale value of properties
due to the zoning by-law amendment to decrease dwelling heights.
Recommendation:
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 12/21, initiated by the City of
Pickering to reduce the maximum permitted Dwelling Height for Infill and
Replacement Dwellings from 10.0 to 9.0 metres in Established Neighbourhood
Precinct Overlay Zones, be approved, and that the Draft Zoning By-law
Amendments as set out in Appendices l, ll, and lll to Report PLN 01-22 be
finalized and forwarded to Council for enactment.
Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
5.5 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 02-22
Pickering Housing Strategy Study
Recommended Pickering Housing Strategy, Phase 3 Report
A question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee and
Staff regarding:
•the benefits of including a dedicated function, similar to an Office of
Affordability, within the City to provide expertise in mitigating the
affordability crisis;
•whether the intent of the recommendation wording was to create a new
office and new staff roles; and,
•the recommendation allowing Staff to address the situation as it evolves
without automatically creating a department and allocating staff pre budget
approval.
Recommendation:
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Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor McLean
1.That Council approve the Phase 3: Recommended Housing Strategy &
Action Plan, December 22, 2021, as the Pickering Housing Strategy &
Action Plan 2021-2031, December 22, 2021, save and except that a new
Action Item 3.8 be added as follows “To consider adding a dedicated
function, similar to an Office of Affordability, within the City, the scope of
work which would include being responsible for implementing the Pickering
Housing Strategy & Action Plan 2021-2031, December 22, 2021”; and,
2.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in the Pickering Housing Strategy &
Action Plan 2021-2031, December 22, 2021
Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
5.6 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 03-22
Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review
Phase 2, Status Update and First Draft of the Zoning By-law
Consultant Delegation
John Tassiopoulos, Michaela Abatecola, and Will Lamond, WSP, joined the
meeting via electronic connection to provide an overview of the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law Review. Through the aid of a PowerPoint presentation, Mr.
Tassiopoulos discussed the purpose of the Comprehensive Zoning By-law
Review, first draft of the Zoning By-law, consolidated zone categories, schedules
and maps, site specific amendments, and next steps in the review process.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee, Staff,
Mr. Tassiopoulos, and Ms. Abatecola, regarding:
•the timelines for the implementation of the first draft of the review;
•whether the amendment would have any impact on the Zoning By-law
Amendment Application A 08/20;
•incorporating Durham transit to encourage less dependency on
automobiles;
•the first draft of the comprehensive zoning by-law review not addressing the
zoning for the Kingston Road intensification area;
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•how the review of the Bay Ridges area would be conducted to harmonize
the review with the Nautical Village Visionary exercise; and,
•the intention of the Review being to harmonize the zoning by-laws in the
City.
Recommendation:
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Mayor Ryan
That Report PLN 03-22 of the Director, City Development & CBO, providing an
update on the status of the City of Pickering Comprehensive Zoning By-law
Review, be received for information.
Carried
5.7 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 04-22
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20
Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and
Pickering Square (1986) Inc.
(1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road)
A question and answer period ensued between Members of the Committee and
Staff regarding:
•traffic studies conducted to date and parking and traffic concerns in the
area;
•ensuring that the subject lands included sufficient commercial space;
•the proposal meeting the intent of Council endorsed plans such as the
City’s Official Plan, the City Centre Zoning By-law, and the City Centre
Urban Design Guidelines;
•concerns regarding the reallocation of retail and commercial businesses;
•concerns regarding the accumulative affect to traffic;
•ensuring that sufficient green space is provided;
•clarification regarding the use of the angular plane provisions;
•concerns regarding the applicant possibly requesting further amendments
to increase the height of the buildings; and,
•the proposal creating a larger customer base for the subject area for
businesses to flourish.
Recommendation:
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Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
That Zoning By-law Amendment A 08/20, submitted by Steele Valley
Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering
Square (1986) Inc., to increase the maximum permitted building height on lands
municipally known as 1300, 1360 and 1550 Kingston Road, be endorsed, subject
to the proposed zoning provisions contained in Appendix I to Report PLN 04-22,
and that staff be authorized to finalize and forward an implementing Zoning By-law
to Council for enactment.
Carried on a Recorded Vote as Follows:
Yes No
Councillor Ashe Councillor Brenner
Councillor Butt Councillor McLean
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ryan
6. Other Business
There was no other business.
7. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
That the meeting be adjourned.
Carried
The meeting adjourned at 11:44 pm.