HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 9, 2024Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, October 9, 2024 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing
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Present
Omar Ha-Redeye Denise Rundle – Vice-Chair
Sakshi Sood Joshi Rick Van Andel Sean Wiley – Chair
Also Present
Deborah Wylie, Secretary-Treasurer
Jasmine Correia, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Nilissa Reynolds, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer – Host Kerry Yelk, Planner II Ziya Cao, Planner II Michael David, Planner I
Absent
1. Disclosure of Interest
No disclosures of interest were noted.
Due to an absence, Sean Wiley will abstain from voting at tonight’s hearing to avoid a tie vote.
2. Adoption of Agenda
Moved by Rick Van Andel Seconded by Sakshi Sood Joshi
That the amended agenda for the Wednesday, October 9, 2024, hearing be adopted.
Carried Unanimously
3. Adoption of Minutes
Moved by Sakshi Sood Joshi Seconded by Rick Van Andel
That the minutes of the 9th hearing of the Committee of Adjustment held Wednesday, September 11, 2024, be adopted.
Carried Unanimously
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4. Minor Variance Reports
4.1 MV 64/24 to MV 67/24 14532970 Canada Inc. & 14513703 Canada Inc.
145 & 151 Twyn Rivers Drive
MV 64/24 – 145 & 151 Twyn Rivers Drive (Parts 3 & 8)
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-laws
7874/21 and 7902/22, to permit:
• a minimum lot frontage of 16.4 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 18.0 metres;
• a minimum front yard setback of 7.5 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum front yard setback of 35.3 metres;
• a minimum side yard (south) setback of 1.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.8 metres;
• a minimum flankage yard setback of 2.0 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum flankage yard setback of 4.5 metres; and
• a maximum lot coverage of 36.4 percent, whereas the By-law requires a maximum
lot coverage of 33 percent.
MV 65/24 – 145 & 151 Twyn Rivers Drive (Parts 4 & 9)
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-laws 7874/21 and 7902/22, to permit:
• a minimum lot frontage of 15.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 18.0 metres;
• a minimum side yard (north and south) setback of 1.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.8 metres; and
• a maximum lot coverage of 34.1 percent, whereas the By-law requires a maximum lot coverage of 33 percent.
• MV 66/24 – 145 & 151 Twyn Rivers Drive (Parts 5 & 10)
• The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 7874/21 and 7902/22, to permit:
• a minimum lot frontage of 15.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot
frontage of 18.0 metres;
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• a minimum side yard setback (north and south) of 1.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.8 metres; and
• a maximum lot coverage of 33.8 percent, whereas the By-law requires a maximum lot coverage of 33 percent.
MV 67/24 – 145 & 151 Twyn Rivers Drive (Parts 6 & 11)
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 7874/21
and 7902/22, to permit:
• a minimum lot frontage of 15.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum lot frontage of 18.0 metres;
• a minimum front yard setback of 9.5 metres, whereas the By-law requires a
minimum front yard setback of 35.3 metres;
• a minimum side yard setback (north and south) of 1.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.8 metres; and
• a maximum lot coverage of 33.7 percent, whereas the By-law requires a maximum lot coverage of 33 percent.
The applicant requests approval of these minor variance applications to permit the reduction in minimum lot frontages allowing the severance of the two properties
resulting in a total of four lots and to construct a detached dwelling on each of the lots
for a total of four detached dwellings.
Nadeem Irfan, agent, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
Moved by Denise Rundle
Seconded by Sakshi Sood Joshi
That application MV 64/24 to MV 67/24 by 14532970 Canada Inc. & 14513703 Canada Inc., be Deferred to the November 13, 2024, Committee of Adjustment hearing for the City Development Department to provide proper public notice regarding the requested variances.
Carried Unanimously
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4.2 MV 62/24 J. Naguleswaran & G. Janahan 1524 Winville Road
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3037, as amended by site-specific By-law 7022/10, to permit a covered deck to have a minimum rear yard setback of 2.5 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum rear yard setback of 5.0 metres.
The applicant requests approval of the variance to obtain a building permit for a rear yard deck.
Input from other sources were received from the Applicant, City’s Engineering Services, City’s Building Services Section and seven area residents in support of the application.
In support of the application, the applicant identified the existing backyard is too small,
the deck will add more amenity space for small children.
Jana Naguleswaran, applicant, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
The applicant is looking to expand his existing deck. He has support from area residents.
In response to questions from Committee members the applicant confirmed the support letters are from immediate neighbours. He had received a notice from the City on his door advising a building permit is required for the alteration.
Moved by Rick Van Andel Seconded by Sakshi Sood Joshi
That application MV 62/24 by J. Naguleswaran & G. Janahan, 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 this variance applies only to the rear yard deck, as generally sited and
outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3, & 4 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated October 9, 2024).
Carried Unanimously
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4.3 MV 63/24 J. & L. Juan 1804 Dencourt Drive
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by site-specific By-law 1929/84, to permit a maximum lot coverage of 42 percent.
The applicant requests approval of the variance to obtain a building permit for a rear
yard deck.
Input from other sources was received from the Applicant, City’s Engineering Services, City’s Building Services Section and the Toronto and Region Conservation Area (TRCA).
In support of the application, the applicant identified that the deck is needed to provide
rear yard access from the main floor since there is a grade change from the main floor to the backyard.
Joshua and Lisa Juan, applicant and Spencer Joy, agent, were present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
Omar Ha-Redeye joined the hearing, as such, Sean Wiley will be voting on the remaining Agenda items.
The applicant stated they are looking to build a standard deck that is a little over the required maximum 38 percent lot coverage. The deck will not impact any neighbours.
Moved by Rick Van Andel
Seconded by Omar Ha-Redeye
That application MV 63/24 by J. & L. Juan, 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 this variance applies only to the rear yard deck, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3, & 4).
Carried Unanimously
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5. Consent Reports
5.1 LD 14/24 15881943 Canada Inc.
235 Twyn Rivers Drive
The applicant is proposing to sever a 1,170.6 square metre parcel of land (Part 2),
retaining a 1,170.6 square metre parcel of land (Part 1). The existing dwelling is
proposed to be demolished.
Input from other sources was received from the City’s Engineering Services, City’s Building Services Section, Region of Durham Planning and Works Departments and the Toronto and Region Conservation Area (TRCA).
Prasana Balan and Nirushan Muru, applicants, and Fiona McGill, agent, were present to
represent the application. One area resident was present in objection to the construction of the two homes.
The agent made a brief presentation in support of the application.
An area resident had concerns with the potential noise that would occur during the construction of the dwellings.
In response to the resident’s concern the agent stated they are willing to meet with the resident to mitigate any concerns.
The Secretary Treasurer confirmed there are by-laws in place to regulate construction sites, and that during the building process the applicant will be required to enter into a development agreement, which addresses construction concerns.
Moved by Omar Ha-Redeye Seconded by Denise Rundle
That application LD 14/24 by 15881943 Canada Inc., be Approved, with respect to Section 51(24) of the Planning Act criteria and recommend, subject to the conditions outlined within Appendices I, II and III.
Carried Unanimously
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5.2 LD 15/24, MV 60/24 & MV 61/24 1000117575 Ontario Inc. 1238 Bayview Street
Consent Application LD 15/24 proposes the creation of one new lot. The applicant is proposing to sever a 205.8 square metre parcel of land (Part 2), retaining a 205.8 square metre parcel of land (Part 1). The existing dwelling is proposed to be
demolished.
MV 60/24 – (Retained Parcel – Part 1)
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, as amended by By-law 4139/92, as it relates to the retained lot, to permit:
• a minimum front yard setback of 4.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum front yard setback of 4.5 metres;
• a covered porch and associated steps, not exceeding the height of 1.0 metre
above grade, to project a maximum of 2.0 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;
• covered steps, not exceeding the height of 1.0 metre, to project a maximum of 1.5
metres into the required rear 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 rear yard;
• a maximum dwelling height of 10.5 metres, whereas the By-law permits maximum
dwelling height of 7.5 metres; and
• a maximum lot coverage of 46 percent, whereas the By-law permits maximum dwelling height of 45 percent.
MV 61/24 – (Severed Parcel – Part 2)
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511, as amended by By-law 41239/92, as it relates to the severed lot, to permit:
• a minimum front yard setback of 4.2 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum front yard setback of 4.5 metres;
• a covered porch and associated steps, not exceeding the height of 1.0 metre above grade, to project a maximum of 2.0 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;
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• covered steps, not exceeding the height of 1.0 metre above grade, to project a maximum of 1.5 metres into the required rear 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 rear yard;
• a maximum dwelling height of 10.5 metres, whereas the By-law permits maximum dwelling height of 7.5 metres; and
• a maximum lot coverage of 46 percent, whereas the By-law permits maximum dwelling height of 45 percent.
Input from other sources was received from the Applicant, City’s Engineering Services, City’s Building Services Section, Fire Services, Region of Durham Planning and Works
Departments and the Toronto and Region Conservation Area (TRCA).
In support of the application, the applicant has submitted a cover letter. Please contact the City Development Department to receive a copy of this information at citydev@pickering.ca.
Samantha Webster, applicant, was present to represent the application. No further
representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
The applicant requested deferral to the November 13, 2024, Committee of Adjustment hearing in order to speak with potential buyers.
To avoid the application potentially being deferred again at the next hearing Denise Rundle moved the following motion:
Moved by Denise Rundle Seconded by Sakshi Sood Joshi
That application LD 15/24, MV 60/24 & MV 61/24 by 1000117575 Ontario Inc., be Tabled.
Carried Unanimously
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6.Adjournment
Moved by Omar Ha- RedeyeSeconded by Sakshi Sood Joshi
That the 10th hearing of the 2024 Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 7:35 pm.
Carried Unanimously
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November 13, 2024__________________________ Date
Original Signed By
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Chair
Original Signed By
__________________________ Assistant Secretary-Treasurer