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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 14, 2024Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, February 14, 2024 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing Page 1 of 8 Present Omar Ha-Redeye Denise Rundle – Vice-Chair Sakshi Sood Joshi Rick Van Andel Also Present Deborah Wylie, Secretary-Treasurer Cody Morrison, Secretary-Treasurer – Host Jasmine Correia, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Isabel Lima, Planner II Kerry Yelk, Planner I Ziya Cao, Planner I Absent Sean Wiley – Chair Due to Sean Wiley’s absence, Denise Rundle will act as Chair for this hearing and abstain from voting to prevent a tie vote. 1. Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. 2. Adoption of Agenda Moved by Omar Ha-Redeye Seconded by Rick Van Andel That the agenda for the Wednesday, February 14, 2024 hearing be adopted. Carried 3. Adoption of Minutes Moved by Omar Ha-Redeye Seconded by Rick Van Andel That the amended minutes of the 1st hearing of the Committee of Adjustment held Wednesday, January 10, 2024 be adopted. Carried Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, February 14, 2024 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing Page 2 of 8 4. Reports 4.1 MV 04/24 J. Reeves 667 Pleasant Street The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, as amended by By-laws 7610/18, 7872/21, 7873/21, and 7900/22, to permit: • a minimum lot frontage of 14.0 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 15.0 metres; • a maximum building coverage of 38 percent, whereas the By-law permits a maximum building coverage of 33 percent; • a maximum driveway width of 6.4 metres, whereas the By-law permits a maximum driveway width of 6.0 metres; • a maximum front yard setback of 13.71 metres, whereas the By-law permits a maximum front yard setback of no more than 10.75 metres (1.0 metre beyond the existing average front yard setbacks of the adjacent dwellings on same side of street in the same block); and • a maximum height of 5.0 metres for an accessory building containing an additional dwelling unit on lots with an area of 2,000 square metres or less, whereas the By-law permits a maximum height for an accessory building containing an additional dwelling unit on lots with an area of 2,000 square metres or less to be 4.5 metres. The applicant requests approval of this minor variance application to obtain a future building permit for a two-storey detached dwelling, with two additional dwelling units (ADUs) on the lot. Input from other sources was received from the applicant, the City’s Engineering Services and City’s Building Services Section. In support of the application, the applicant provided the Committee with a rationale for the application. John Reeves, applicant, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, February 14, 2024 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing Page 3 of 8 The applicant stated that it is understood the Bay Ridges neighbourhood is a sensitive area and believes the application aligns with the City’s direction regarding development. Moved by Sakshi Sood Joshi That application MV 04/24 by J. Reeves, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variances are minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the variance applies only to the proposed development, as generally sited, and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3,4, 5, 6, 7 & 8 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February 14, 2024). 2. That Engineering Services be satisfied that the Engineering Design Criteria can be adequately addressed prior to the issuance of a building permit. Carried P. Tekumalla & S. Vedantam 2719 Sapphire Drive The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 7364/14, as amended by By-law 7857/21, to permit a maximum driveway width of 5.75 metres, whereas the By-law states that for lots having a lot frontage between 9.0 metres and less than 11.0 metres, the maximum driveway width shall be no more than 4.6 metres. The applicant requests approval of this minor variance application to obtain a building permit for the construction of an additional dwelling unit in the basement of the existing single detached dwelling. Input from other sources was received from the applicant, City’s Engineering Services, City’s Building Services Section and City’s Fire Services. Phani Tekumalla, applicant, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Item placed on hold and will be heard last to allow for the agent’s attendance. Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, February 14, 2024 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing Page 4 of 8 4.2 MV 07/24 R. & S. Wideman & D. Reesor 5293 5295 Markham-Pickering Townline Road The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3037, as amended by By-law 6640/06, to permit a detached dwelling to be located a minimum of 0 metres from the base of the outermost tree trunks within a woodland whereas the By-law requires all buildings and structures to be located a minimum of 30 metres from the base of the outermost tree trunks within a woodland. The applicant requests approval of this minor variance application to obtain a building permit to construct a two-storey garage addition, with an Additional Dwelling Unit on the second floor. Input from other sources was received from the applicant, City’s Engineering Services, City’s Building Services Section and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA). In support of the application, the applicant submitted a cover letter for the Committee’s consideration. Lynn Barkey, agent, represented the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. The agent commented that the variance is required due to a new by-law passed in 2009 that the owners were not aware of. The proposal will not impact any of the surrounding trees or natural features. Given that the application meets the four tests of the Planning Act, Rick Van Andel moved the following motion: Moved by Rick Van Andel That application MV 07/24 by R. & S. Wideman & D. Reesor, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variance is minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition: 1. That the variance applies only to proposed addition, as generally sited, and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February 14, 2024). Carried Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, February 14, 2024 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing Page 5 of 8 4.3 MV 08/24 A. Saikaly 947 Vistula Drive The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2520, as amended, to permit: • a minimum front yard setback of 6.45 metres, whereas the by-law requires a minimum front yard setback of 7.5 metres; and • an uncovered platform (porch) with steps not exceeding 1.1 metres in height above grade and not projecting more than 2.53 metres into the required front yard, whereas the By-law permits uncovered steps or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade and not projecting more than 1.5 metres into the required front yard. The applicant requests approval of this minor variance application to obtain a building permit to permit an uncovered porch with steps in the front yard. Input from other sources was received from the applicant, the City’s Engineering Services and City’s Building Services Section. In support of the application, the applicant indicated it is difficult to comply with the By-law due to the placement of the existing dwelling. Albert and Kamil Saikaly, applicants, represented the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. The applicants stated they require these variances due to the location of the front of the house because of the irregular shape corner lot. The Chair reminded the applicants of the importance of a building permit and consulting the Zoning By-laws prior to construction. Given that the application meets the four tests of the Planning Act, Rick Van Andel moved the following motion: Moved by Rick Van Andel That application MV 08/24 by A. Saikaly, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variances are minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition: 1. That these variances apply only to the existing dwelling and uncovered porch and steps, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2 & 3 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February 14, 2024). Carried Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, February 14, 2024 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing Page 6 of 8 4.4 MV 09/24 A. Cammisa 813 Douglas Avenue The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, as amended by By-laws 7610/18, 7872/21, 7873/21, and 7900/22, to permit: • a minimum front yard setback of 9.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum front yard setback of 10.63 metres; and • a covered porch and associated steps not exceeding a height of 1.0 metre above grade to project not more than 2.6 metres into the required front yard, whereas the By law permits uncovered steps or platforms not exceeding 1.0 metre in height above grade and not projecting more than 1.5 metres into any required front yard. The applicant requests approval of this minor variance application to obtain a building permit for a detached dwelling. Input from other sources was received from the applicant, City’s Engineering Services and City’s Building Services Section. In support of the application, the applicant indicated a portico with integrated stairs provided weather protection for the main entrance and enhances the streetscape by creating a prominent entry feature. Twenty-one percent of the front main wall (on both storeys) has been recessed beyond the minimum front yard setback on the north side to help alleviate shadow impact concerns to the adjacent property, while maintaining sufficient space between the front wall and the front lot line for front yard landscaping and amenity space. Andrea Cammisa, applicant, represented the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Given that the application meets the four tests of the Planning Act, Omar Ha-Redeye moved the following motion: Moved by Omar Ha-Redeye That application MV 09/24 by A. Cammisa, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variances are minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition: 1. That the variance applies only to the proposed development, as generally sited, and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February 14, 2024). Carried Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, February 14, 2024 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing Page 7 of 8 4.2 MV 05/24 P. Tekumalla & S. Vedantam 2719 Sapphire Drive The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 7364/14, as amended by By-law 7857/21, to permit a maximum driveway width of 5.75 metres, whereas the By-law states that for lots having a lot frontage between 9.0 metres and less than 11.0 metres, the maximum driveway width shall be no more than 4.6 metres. The applicant requests approval of this minor variance application to obtain a building permit for the construction of an additional dwelling unit in the basement of the existing single detached dwelling. Input from other sources was received from the applicant, the City’s Engineering Services, City’s Building Services Section and City’s Fire Services. Phani Tekumalla, applicant, and Nadeem Ismaili, agent, were present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Given that the application meets the four tests of the Planning Act, Rick Van Andel moved the following motion: Moved by Rick Van Andel That application MV 05/24 by P. Tekumalla & S. Vedantam, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variances are minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That this variance applies only to the proposed driveway widening, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plan (refer to Exhibit 2 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February 14, 2024). 2. That prior to the issuance of a building permit, Engineering Services shall be satisfied that Engineering Design Criteria can be adequately addressed. 3. That prior to the issuance of a building permit, Fire Services shall be satisfied with the proposal to construct an additional dwelling unit in the basement of the existing single detached dwelling. Carried Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, February 14, 2024 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing Page 8 of 8 5.Adjournment Moved by Rick Van Andel That the 2nd hearing of the 2024 Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 7:24 pm. Carried ________________March 13, 2024 __________ Date Original Signed By__________________________ Chair Original Signed By__________________________ Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Please note the Committee of Adjustment Hearings are available for viewing on the City of Pickering YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/SustainablePickering