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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLN 24-25Report to Planning & Development Committee Report Number: PLN 24-25 Date: December 1, 2025 From: Kyle Bentley Director, City Development Department & CBO Subject: Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 03/25 Amendment to Consolidated Zoning By-law 8149/24, as amended City Initiated File: A 03/25 Recommendation: 1.That Part 1 of City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 03/25, to permit amendments to Zoning By-law 8149/24, as amended, to correct errors and omissions, and to add text clarifying zoning provisions and aid zoning interpretation, be approved; and 2.That the Draft By-laws implementing Part 1 of Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 03/25, as set out in Attachments 1 and 2 to Report PLN 24-25, be finalized and forwarded to Council for adoption. Executive Summary: The purpose of this report is to recommend approval of Part 1 of City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 03/25, and the implementing draft Zoning By-laws as set out in Attachments 1 and 2. The draft Zoning By-laws correct errors and omissions and add text clarifying zone provisions to aid in the interpretation of Zoning By-law 8149/24. The draft Zoning By-laws propose the following changes: •Add definitions for Common Indoor Amenity Area and Private Amenity Area. •Exempt Block and Back-to-Back Townhouses from common indoor and outdoor amenity area requirements in certain zones. •Correct and reinstate side yard setback requirements for specified low density residential zones. •Reinstate the maximum building height of 18 metres for structures in the Agricultural (A) Zone. •Correct zoning on the Zoning Map Schedule 1 for 1201 and 1203 St. Martins Drive. •Amend the Protected Major Transit Station Area (PMTSA) boundary on Schedule 8 to reflect the correct boundaries. With respect to Part 2 of City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 03/25, staff are continuing discussions with the representative of 1900 Concession Road 8 to address the comments received. A future recommendation report will be prepared for Council’s consideration reflecting the outcome of these discussions. PLN 24-25 December 1, 2025 Page 2 Relationship to the Pickering Strategic Plan: The recommendations in this report respond to the Pickering Strategic Plan Priority of Advance Innovation & Responsible Planning to Support a Connected, Well-Serviced Community. Financial Implications: This report has no direct financial implications to the City. Discussion: The purpose of this report is to obtain Council’s approval for Part 1 of City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment application A 03/25 proposing corrections to errors and omissions in the text and mapping of By-law 8149/24, as amended, and seek Council’s enactment of the draft amending Zoning By-laws, set out in Attachments 1 and 2. The application also proposes additional definitions and modified zone provisions to aid in the interpretation of the By-law. Background On December 16, 2024, Council adopted the Consolidated Zoning By-law 8149/24, which came into force and took effect immediately. By-law 8149/24 applies to the entire City of Pickering, except for the lands that are within the Kingston Road Corridor Intensification and Special Retailing Node and subject to Official Plan Amendment 38. Staff monitoring of By-law 8149/24 through zoning inquiries and zoning reviews for building permits identified errors, omissions, and the need for clarification of certain zoning provisions. On June 16, 2025, preliminary information about City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment application A 03/25 was presented at a virtual Statutory Public Meeting. One interested party delegated at the public meeting and provided a comment on 1900 Concession Road 8. No comments were received from City departments or agencies . Public Engagement (Open House & Statutory Public Meeting) The Statutory Public Meeting was advertised on the corporate website, including the City’s Development Applications website, and was promoted through the City’s social media channels. The Statutory Public Meeting was held on June 16, 2025. 1. The Proposed Zoning By-law Amendments (see Attachments 1 & 2) Amenity Areas and Exemption of Block and Back-to-Back Townhouses: By-law 8149/24 establishes amenity space requirements for development with 8 or more dwelling units including apartment dwelling units. Required is a minimum of 4 square metres of indoor amenity space per unit and 4 square metres of outdoor amenity space per unit, with at least 40 square metres of contiguous common outdoor area provided on the developed property. These provisions align with the Integrated Sustainable Design Standards performance measure LN7 for apartment dwelling units and were not intended to apply to Block and Back-to-Back Townhouse dwelling units. The proposed Zoning By-law amendment (see Attachment 1, Housekeeping Amendments) adds text to clarify that block and back-to-back townhouse developments are exempt from the common indoor and outdoor amenity area requirements PLN 24-25 December 1, 2025 Page 3 within the Residential Third Density (R3B, R3C), Mixed-Use (MU1), and City Centre (CC) Zones. In addition, the amendment introduces new definitions for “Common Outdoor Amenity Area” and “Private Amenity Area.” Prior to the adoption of By-law 8149/24, the former City Centre By-law 7553/17 contained only a general definition for “Amenity Space.” The addition of these new definitions provides greater flexibility for locating both common and private outdoor amenity areas throughout a development. Building Side Yard Setbacks in Residential Zones: Setback requirements for certain Residential First Density (R1) Zones were incorrect or omitted from By-law 8149/24. The amendment proposes to correct and reinstate setback requirements within specified Residential First Density (R1) Zones to align with current development standards. Specifically, the amendment proposes the following: • The minimum exterior side yard setback will be amended to 4.5 metres in the R1B, R1C, R1D, and R1E Zones, reflecting updated design and lot configuration standards. • The minimum interior side yard setback will be reinstated to 1.8 metres in the R1C and R1D Zones, and to 1.5 metres in the R1E Zone, ensuring consistency with contemporary subdivision and streetscape design practices. The R1B, R1C, R1D, and R1E Zones represent reorganized low-density residential zones from the R1, R2, R3 and R4 Zone categories of the former Zoning By-laws. These zones are generally found in more established residential areas within stable, low-density residential neighbourhoods including Bay Ridges, West Shore, Rosebank, Rougemount and Dunbarton . Maximum Height in the Agriculture “A” Zone: By-law 8149/24 did not include a maximum building height for the Agriculture (A) Zone. The proposed amendment reinstates a maximum building height of 18 metres within the Agriculture (A) Zone in the rural area. This amendment carries forward the established provision previously contained in former By-laws 3036 and 3037, ensuring continuity and consistency within the zoning framework. Protected Major Transit Station Area (PMTSA): The PMTSA boundary shown on Schedule 8 is proposed to be amended to reflect the correct PMTSA boundary illustrated in Attachment 3, PMSTA Boundary. 1201 and 1203 St. Martins Drive Amendment: By-law 8149/24 did not carry forward the correct zoning for the properties located at 1201 and 1203 St. Martins Drive . The proposed amendment (see Attachment 2, Draft By-law to amend Schedule 8 to By-law 8149/24, 1201 and 1203 St. Martins Drive) corrects the zoning on Schedule “I” of the Zoning By-law to add the designation “(DN)” to the existing zone symbol “I(C)-R(SC)”. The proposed amendment reinstates the “DN” designation, restoring the zoning that was in effect immediately prior to the adoption of By-law 8149/24 and maintaining the continuity of permitted institutional uses on the subject lands and permission for the operation of a day nursery at Saint Martin’s Anglican Church. PLN 24-25 December 1, 2025 Page 4 1900 Concession Road 8 Amendment: Prior to the adoption of By-law 8149/24, the property at 1900 Concession Road 8 was zoned “A/GC” under Parent By-law 3037. This zoning permitted agricultural uses, including a detached dwelling, as well as golf course uses. Through the adoption of By-law 8149/24, the “A” Agricultural zoning was inadvertently omitted, and the property was zoned “GC” Golf Course. To rectify this mapping error, staff proposed to amend the zoning to “X336 A/GC” reinstating the zoning that was in effect immediately prior to the adoption of By-law 8149/24. Exception Zone “X336” maintains site-specific permissions for golf course uses throughout north Pickering. However, during the public consultation process, a representative for the 4 Seasons Country Club submitted comments requesting that the zoning remain “GC,” with a revised site-specific exception to permit the existing golf course, a detached dwelling containing three dwelling units, a dwelling unit above the clubhouse, and associated accessory structures. Staff are continuing discussions with the representative to review and address the comments received. A subsequent recommendation report, including a draft amending by -law, will be prepared for Council’s future consideration to reflect the outcome of these discussions and ensure appropriate zoning permissions for 1900 Concession Road 8. 2. Next Steps Staff will continue to monitor the use of By-law 8149/24, including zoning inquiries and zoning reviews for building permits to identify any further errors and omissions, and the need for clarification of certain zoning provisions. Staff will report to Council about the need for any future zoning by-law amendments to address such housekeeping matters. 3. Conclusion Part 1 of City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 03/25 addresses a series of technical corrections, omissions, and clarification matters identified since the adoption of the Consolidated Zoning By-law 8149/24. The amendments ensure that the By-law accurately reflects Council’s original intent, aligns with current zoning and development standards, and provides clearer interpretation and administration for both staff and the public. The proposed changes include reinstating amenity area requirements and definitions consistent with prior City Centre provisions, correcting side yard setbacks within several residential zones, reinstating the maximum building height in the Agriculture (A) Zone, and restoring the appropriate zoning for 1201 and 1203 St. Martins Drive. In addition, the PMTSA boundary will be updated to accurately reflect the approved mapping. Staff have consulted with relevant departments and agencies, and no objections have been received. These amendments will maintain the integrity of the City’s comprehensive zoning framework and ensure continued clarity, consistency, and effectiveness in the implementation of By-law 8149/24. A future recommendation report will present, for Council’s consideration, a draft by-law amendment addressing comments received from the agent and owner of 1900 Concession Road 8. PLN 24-25 December 1, 2025 Page 5 Attachments: 1.Draft By-law to amend By-law 8149/24, Housekeeping Amendments 2.Draft By-law to amend By-law 8149/24, 1201 and 1203 St. Martins Drive 3.Corrected PMTSA Boundary Prepared By: Original Signed By Deborah Wylie, MCIP, RPP Manager, Zoning & Administration Approved/Endorsed By: Original Signed By Catherine Rose, MCIP, RPP Chief Planner Original Signed By Kyle Bentley, P. Eng Director, City Development & CBO DW:ld Recommended for the consideration of Pickering City Council Original Signed By Marisa Carpino, M.A. Chief Administrative Officer Attachment 1 to Report PLN 24-25 The Corporation of the City of Pickering By-law No. XXXX/25 Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 8149/24, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, for land City wide (A 03/25) Whereas the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering initiated an application to add definitions, revise and add lot and building requirements, and correct mapping errors to Zoning By-law 8149/24, as amended; Whereas an amendment to By-law 8149/24 is therefore deemed necessary; Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby enacts as follows: 1.Section 3 Definitions of By-law 8149/24, is hereby amended by adding the following text in alphabetic order: Amenity Area, Common Indoor: means an amenity area which is provided indoors and available for the shared or communal use of all residents of any associated dwelling units Amenity Area, Private: means the passive or active recreational area provided for the exclusive use of the occupant of the dwelling unit for which it is accessed, and includes balconies, patios, rooftop gardens, and other similar features. 2.Section 6.2.2 – Table 6.4 Lot and Building Requirements for Residential First Density is hereby amended as follows: Table 6.4 Lot and Building Requirements for Residential First Density Zones (R1A to R1E) Requirement R1A R1B R1C R1D R1E Minimum Side Yard (m) 1.8 1.8 One side 1.8 m and other side 3.0 m 1.8 One side 1.8 m and other side 3.0 m 1.8 One side 1.8 m and other side 3.0 m 1.5 Minimum Exterior Side Yard (m) 2.7 - 4.5 - 4.5 - 4.5 - 4.5 By-law No. XXXX/25 Page 2 3. Section 6.4 – Table 6.9 Lot and Building Requirements for the Residential Third Density Zones, is hereby amended as follows: Table 6.9 Lot and Building Requirements for the Residential Third Density Zones Requirement R3A R3B R3C Minimum Amenity Area (m2) – development with 8 or more dwelling units Back-to-Back Townhouse Dwelling - 4.0/unit, including at least 1 contiguous Common Outdoor Amenity Area with at least 40.0 m2 (3) 4.0/unit, including at least 1 contiguous Common Outdoor Amenity Area with at least 40.0 m2 (3) Block Townhouse Dwelling - 4.0/unit, including at least 1 contiguous Common Outdoor Amenity Area with at least 40.0 m2 (3) 4.0/unit, including at least 1 contiguous Common Outdoor Amenity Area with at least 40.0 m2 (3) Notes: 3. Back-to-Back Townhouse Dwellings and Block Townhouse Dwellings are exempt. 4. Section 8.3 – Table 8.3: Lot and Building Requirements for the Mixed-Use Zones, is hereby amended as follows: Table 8.3 Lot and Building Requirements for the Mixed-Use Zones Requirement LN CN MU1 Back-to-Back Townhouse Dwelling - - 4.0/unit, including at least 1 contiguous Common Outdoor Amenity Area with at least 40.0 m2 (2) Block Townhouse Dwelling - - 4.0/unit, including at least 1 contiguous Common Outdoor Amenity Area with at least 40.0 m2 (2) Notes: 2. Back-to-Back Townhouse Dwellings and Block Townhouse Dwellings are exempt. By-law No. XXXX/25 Page 3 5. Section 9.3 – Table 8.6: Lot and Building Requirements for the City Centre Zones, is hereby amended as follows: Table 9.3 Lot and Building Requirements for the City Centre Zones Requirement CC Zones Apartment Dwelling 2.0 m2/unit, Common Indoor Amenity Area 2.0 m2/unit, including at least 1 Common Outdoor Amenity Area with at least 40.0 m2 Block Townhouse Dwelling 4.0/unit, including at least 1 contiguous Common Outdoor Amenity Area with at least 40.0 m2 (4) Back-to-Back Townhouse Dwelling 4.0/unit, including at least 1 contiguous Common Outdoor Amenity Area with at least 40.0 m2 (4) Notes: 4. Block Townhouse Dwellings and Back-to-Back Townhouse Dwellings are exempt. 6. Section 12.2.2 – Table 12.3 Lot and Building Requirements for the Rural Zones is hereby amended by adding the following after the row titled Minimum Rear Yard (m) Specified Accessory Uses: Requirement A Q Maximum Building Height (m) 18.0 - 7. Schedule 8 – Protected Major Transit Station Area is hereby amended as shown on Schedule I attached hereto. 8. By-law 8149/24, as amended, is hereby further amended only to the extent necessary to give effect to the provisions of this By-law. Definitions and subject matters not specifically dealt with in this By-law shall be governed by relevant provisions of By-law 8149/24, as amended. 9. This By-law shall come into force in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act. By-law passed this XX day of XXX, 2025. ________________________________ Kevin Ashe, Mayor ________________________________ Susan Cassel, City Clerk Schedule I to By-Law XXXX/25 Passed This XX rd Day of XXXX 2025 Mayor Clerk ·eferioaker-C.g,t rt t N Attachment 2 to Report PLN 24-25 The Corporation of the City of Pickering By-law No. XXXX/25 Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 8149/24, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, being Blocks E and F, Plan 239, Now Parts 1 to 8, 40R-29069, City of Pickering (A 03/25) Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering initiated an application to restore the zone code which existed prior to the passing of By -law 8149/24 for the subject lands being Blocks E and F, Plan 239, Now Parts 1 to 8, 40R-29069 in the City of Pickering; Whereas an amendment to Zoning By-law 8149/24, is required to correct the zone code on lands being Blocks E and F, Plan 239, Now Parts 1 to 8, 40R-29069, from site-specific Zoning By-law 1200/80, as amended by By-law 1573/82. Whereas an amendment to By-law 8149/24, is therefore deemed necessary; Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby enacts as follows: 1.Schedule I to By-law 8149/24 is hereby amended by replacing “X13 ((I(C)-R(SC))” with “X13 (I(C)(DN)-R(SC))”. 2.The provisions of this By-law shall apply to those lands in Blocks E and F, Plan 239, Now Parts 1 to 8, 40R-29069 in the City of Pickering, designated “X13 (I(C)(DN)- R(SC))” on Schedule I attached hereto. 3.By-law 8149/24, as amended, is hereby further amended only to the extent necessary to give effect to the provisions of this By-law. Definitions and subject matters not specifically dealt with in this By-law shall be governed by relevant provisions of By-law 8149/24, as amended. 4.This By-law shall come into force in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act. By-law passed this XX day of XXX, 2025. ________________________________ Kevin Ashe, Mayor ________________________________ Susan Cassel, City Clerk E co 0 LC) ..- • X13 (l(C)(DN)-R(SC)) Schedule I to By-Law XXXX/25 Passed This XX rd Day of XXXX 2025 Mayor Clerk l~cc---_- Radom Street __,,, ~: • I c.o 3 t N Doug c:::I Amended Boundary ;-_-_i Original Boundary -Cdt;of - P](KERJNG Schedule 8 File: A03/25 Corrected PMTSA Boundary tion: Protected Ma·or Transit Station Area PMTSA © The Corporation of the City of Pickering Produced (in part) under license from: © King's Printer, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© His Majesty the King in Right of Canada , Department of Natural Resources. All rights reserved.;© Teranet Enterprises Inc. and its suppliers. All rights reserved.;© Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and its supp liers. All rights reserved. Date : Jun. 02 , 2025 SCALE: 1:9,122 THIS IS NOTAPLANOFSURVEY. L:\PLANNING\01 -Mapfiles\01-City De11elopment\Other\Zoning Technical revisions figures\Zoning Techmcal revisions figures\Zoning Technical revisions flgures .epnc Attachment 3 to Report PLN 24-25