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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPD 27-03 Ciú/ ()~ REPORT TO PLANNING COMMITTEE Report Number: PO 27-03 Date: June 5, 2003 From: Neil Carroll Director, Planning & Development Subject: Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 24/01 Cougs Investments Limited South-west corner of Brock Road and Finch Avenue Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 City of Pickering Recommendation: 1. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 24/01, be APPROVED subject to conditions outlined in Appendix I to Report No. PO 27 -03, to permit the development of an apartment building and townhouses on the subject lands being Part of Lot 19, Concession1, City of Pickering, submitted by Cougs I nvestments Limited. 2. That the amending zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 24/01 as set out in draft in Appendix 1/ to Report Number PO 27-03, be FORWARDED to City Council for enactment. Executive Summary: The applicant requests a change to the zoning by-law to permit the property to be redeveloped for a 7 storey, 140 unit apartment building and 30 townhouse dwelling units. The application is recommended for approval as it is considered compatible with surrounding land uses, proposes appropriate development at a prominent location and conforms to the polices and objectives of the Official Plan (see Location Map, Applicant's Submitted Plans, Attachments #1, #2 and #3). Financial Implications: proposed development. No direct costs to the City are anticipated as a result of the Report PO 27-03 Subject: Cougs Investments Limited (A 24/01) June 5, 2003 Background: Page 2 1.0 Application Since the public meeting the applicant has revised the proposed development plan. The revision to the plan relates to an eleven unit reduction in the number of dwelling units proposèd in the apartment building. Certain site features have also been re-configured. The revised plan proposes 140 apartment dwelling units and 30 townhouse dwellings for 170 total dwelling units (see Attachment #3). A cross section drawing also provided shows the relationship between the proposed development and the existing townhouse complex to the west (see Attachment #4). The applicant also submitted a Traffic Impact Assessment in support of the application. The following is background information on the subject applications: Durham Region Official Plan designation City of Pickering Official Plan designation Zoning: Existing Proposed Proposed Development Detail Gross Site Area Net Site Area Building coverage Parking coverage Landscape coverage Frontage on Brock Road Frontage on Finch Avenue Number of apartment dwelling units Number of townhouse dwelling units Total number of units Net density Gross floor area for townhouses Gross floor area for apartment building Gross floor area for site Townhouse parking - residents - visitors Apartment parking - residents - visitors Total parking Surface parking Underground parking - Living Area - Mixed Use Area -Mixed Corridor Area - LAC-9 (By-law 4081/92) - Appropriate to permit proposed development Original Plan (Attachment #2) - 1.707 ha - 1 .707 ha - 31% - 25% - 44% - 151.8 m - 95.2 m - 151 - 30 - 181 - 106 unitslha - 5,772 m2 - 19,475 m2 - 25,247 m2 - 60 - 8 - 227 - 38 - 333 - 77 - 256 Revised Plan (Attachment #3) - 1.707 ha - 1.619 ha - 32.5% - 25% - 42.5 - 151.8 m - 95.2 m - 140 - 30 - 170 - 105 units/ha - 5,772 m2 - 19,079 m2 - 24,851 m2 - 60 - 8 - 210 - 35 - 313 - 69 - 244 Report PO 27-03 June 5, 2003 Subject: Cougs Investments Limited (A 24/01) Page 3 2.0 Comments Received 2.1 August 8, 2002 Information Meeting At the Information Meeting one area resident spoke on behalf of the 72 homeowners of the "Chateau by the Park Condominium" (Durham Condominium Corporation #142) that abuts the western property line of the subject property. One other member of the public spoke advising of traffic concerns with the application (see text of Information Report and Meeting Minutes, Attachments #5 and #6). A copy of the speaking notes from the spokesperson for Durham Condominium Corporation #142 that was presented at the August 8, 2002 Information Meeting forms Attachments #7. 2.2 Residents Concerns Since the writing of the Information Report three letters of objection to the application have been received (see Attachment #8 to #10). Concerns expressed include the following: number of units in apartment building; building height and massing; quality of the development; traffic; noise, lighting, pollution; and, buffer space between the existing condominium and the proposed development. Following the Information Meeting staff coordinated a residents meeting that was held November 21, 2001. Representatives from Durham Condominium Corporation #142, the applicant and the City attended the meeting. The meeting concluded with the applicant agreeing to provide some additional information and to consider the residents' comments. 2.3 Agencies Durham Planning Department (Attachment #11 ) - complies with Regional Official Plan policies - a noise study is required prior to development of the land - Regional services can be made available - the Brock Road ingress/egress be a right-in and right-out design - road widening is required along the frontage of Brock Road and Finch Avenue and certain improvements to both streets may be req uired Toronto and Region Conservation - no objection subject to satisfying certain Authority (Attachment #12) requirements such as obtaining a TRCA permit, Report PO 27-03 June 5, 2003 Subject: Cougs Investments Limited (A 24/01) Page 4 Durham Region Police Services (Attachment #13) Veridian Connections (Attachment #14) Bell (Attachment #15) Canada Post (Attachment #16) 2.4 City Departments Development Control (Attachment #17) Municipal Property and Engineering (Attachment #18) 3.0 Discussion flood proofing and storm water management - no concern subject to the requirement for the Brock Road ingress/egress being a right-in and right-out design - no objection subject to satisfying a requirement for a multi-tenant agreement for services - no objection subject to satisfying certain requirements such as easements, agreements and servicing requirements - no objection subject to satisfying their need for a fully accessible central mail facility - certain technical requirements will need to be satisfied, such as construction management plan, sediment control plan, stormwater management, sidewalk location, parking configuration and balcony proximity to right-of-way - certain technical requirements will need to be satisfied, such as Brock Road ingress/egress design, refuse/recycling facilities, parking allocation, emergency vehicle access and traffic impact 3.1 Proposed Development is Compatible with Surrounding land Uses The subject property is located at the southwest corner of Finch Avenue and Brock Road. Lands to the north are the Brock Ridge Community Park including open space associated with West Duffins Creek and are not intended for development. Lands to the west have been developed for townhouses. lands to the south are occupied by existing commercial development. Lands to the east, on the opposite side of Brock Road are occupied by a police station and land associated with an existing vehicle dealership. The subject lands are designated as Mixed Use Areas - Mixed Corridors in the Pickering Official Plan that requires the'land to be developed at a certain level of intensity and scale. The subject lands are also prominent from a municipal urban design perspective. These lands while not within the Downtown Core are located on the "shoulders" of the downtown and mark a certain transition point as where the nature and intensity of land use changes. The proposed development would create a gateway landmark that would help define the different land uses to the north and south of the subject lands. Report PO 27-03 June 5, 2003 Subject: Cougs Investments Limited (A 24/01 ) Page 5 The proposed site design with the significant building located along the Brock Road frontage and the townhouses located internal to the site will provide an appropriate transition of building massing between the proposed development and the existing townhouse development to the west. Concern had been expressed by abutting property owners that the massing and height of the building (seven storeys) were too much for the site. Their preference would be that the maximum building height be only four storeys with a reduced unit count. The Planning & Development Department is of the opinion that the proposed building having a stepped height of seven storeys is appropriate for the property. The apartment building is located next to the Brock-Finch intersection and will create the desired focal point feature. On the southern portion of the site the townhouses have been strategically placed internal to the site so they will abut the existing townhouses. On the northern portion of the site the apartment building has been sited 14 metres away from the property line. 3.2 Revision to the Proposed Development is Supported The major change in the plan relates to the reduction in dwelling units in the apartment building. A total of 11 apartment dwelling units have been eliminated. The reduction in units has not significantly altered the apartment building size or massing. The townhouses remain the same in terms of location and number of units. In terms of site layout the major change is the incorporation of a road widening along the Brock Road frontage that has resulted in an adjustment to the surface parking layout including a reduction in surface parking. 3.3 Proposed Development is Lower Intensity than Existing Zoning Permits The proposed use is a reduction in intensity to what the current as-of-right uses are permitted in the existing zoning by-law. The existing by-law permits commercial uses including offices, hotel, certain retail and restaurant uses. The existing zoning also requires the building massing to be greater than the proposed development as the by-law requires a minimum building of ten storeys and permits a maximum of 15 storeys. 3.4 Complies with the Regional and City Official Plans The subject application is consistent with and in general conformity to the Durham Regional Official Plan and the City of Pickering Official Plan. The proposed net density of the subject site is 105 units per hectare, which is clearly within the density range for the Mixed Use Area - Mixed Corridor Area designation (30 units per hectare to 140 units per hectare). Given that there is a mix of uses in the immediate neighbourhood, the proposed development of an apartment building and townhouses is considered compatible and appropriate for the area. The proposed use conforms to, and is compatible with, the designation and polices of the Official Plan. Report PO 27-03 June 5, 2003 Subject: Cougs Investments Limited (A 24/01) Page 6 3.5 Intensification in Compliance with Official Plan The subject application is consistent with and in general conformity with the principles of Smart Growth. The application proposed appropriate intensification at an appropriate location. The subject property is located at the intersection of a Type A Arterial Road and a Type B Arterial Road that is appropriate serviced and is close to community amenities. Intensification is encouraged at locations that take advantage of existing infrastructure. 3.6 Technical Matters Site Access Site ingress/egress from both Brock Road and Finch Avenue will be designed to have the least amount of impact on the abutting streets. The Brock Road ingress/egress must be designed as a right-in/right-out access. The Finch Avenue driveway will also have to be designed to ensure the level of service on Finch Avenue is not compromised. These detail design matters can be achieved through site plan and/or condominium process. Traffic Study A Traffic Impact Assessment report was submitted with the revised application. This study examined the traffic movement that would be generated from the proposed development and the impact on the existing traffic on both Brock Road and Finch Avenue. The report recommended that certain road improvement be undertaken to ensure the existing level of service that is provide by the two streets is not impacted by the proposed development. These improvements include a right-in/right-out access from the Brock Road driveway and the existing centre median on Brock Road be extended. On Finch Avenue the proposal is to re-stripe the street across from the proposed driveway to create a left turn lane into the site from the westbound lane. The Region, Police Services and the City have reviewed the traffic report and revised plan and all have no objection subject to clarification on certain technical design details that can be concluded during the site plan approval process if this application is approved. Fencing/Buffering Required Adjacent to Existing Property This development is an infill situation where new residential development is being introduced next to existing development. The design of the plan is such that it introduces townhouse rear yard conditions, parking and driveways next to an existing townhouse rear yards. A concern for privacy for existing development was raised at the statutory public meeting for this application. Report PO 27-03 June 5, 2003 Subject: Cougs Investments Limited (A 24/01) Page 7 In order to lessen the impact of new residential development on existing residents, it is recommended that the developer be required to ensure the existing wood fence along the western property line is maintained as well as the existing vegetative screening provided by the existing spruce trees and lilac shrubs. In the area next to the driveway and parking areas additional planting may be incorporated into the final site design to enhance the buffering. The materials for this landscaping will be determined during the site plan approval stage if the application is approved. The rear yard depth for the proposed townhouses that will abut the existing residential development should be a minimum of 6.0 metres. This is an increase of the 'applicant's proposed 5.0 metres and would match the existing 6.0 metre yard depth of the existing development. The increased yard depth in combination with the existing vegetation, fencing, and additional planting will provide an adequate separation/buffer space between the existing townhouses and the proposed development that will address the concern for an appropriate buffer. Along the southern property line, that abuts the existing commercial property, there is an existing wood fence and row of mature spruce trees. The condition of the wood fence will be reviewed during the site plan approval process. If this fence needs to be replaced the owner would be responsible for the construction of the new fence. The spruce trees should be assessed and all the healthy trees should be preserved. Development Agreement Required A development agreement between the City and the owner of the lands will be required to ensure that all matters of interest to the City are protected. This required agreement, and other development implementation matters, will be addressed through site plan and/or condominium process. Sidewalks along Brock Road and Finch Avenue A sidewalk currently exists along the south side of Finch Avenue and along the west side of Brock Road. If these sidewalks are to be altered due to road widening, the sidewalks will have to be replaced to the satisfaction of the City of Pickering. Report PO 27-03 June 5, 2003 Subject: Cougs Investments Limited (A 24/01) Page 8 Existing Sales Presentation Pavilion Office The subject property currently houses an existing sales presentation pavilion office that is used by the applicant for their developments throughout the municipality. This use is a permitted use by the existing zoning on the property. It is recommended that the sales presentation pavilion office not be recognized in the amending zoning by-law that is proposed for the apartment building and townhouses. This would result in the sales presentation office use becoming a legal non-conforming use. When this use ceases operation it could then become some form of an accessory use to the permitted uses on the property. 4.0 Applicant's Comments The applicant is aware of the recommendations of the report. Report PO 27-03 June 5, 2003 Subject: Cougs Investments Limited (A 24/01) Page 9 Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Applicant's Original Submitted Plan 3. Applicant's Revised Submitted Plan 4. Applicants Cross-section Drawing 5. Information Report 6. Minutes from Public Information Meeting 7. Residents speaking notes from Public Information Meeting 8. Resident Comment - Marilyn Lurz and Peter Dowsett 9. Resident Comment - Jacquelyn Gray and Terence Wood 10. Resident Comment - Peter and Karen Forint 11. Region of Durham Planning Department 12. Toronto and Region Conservation Authority 1 3. Durham Region Police Services 14. Veridian Connections 15. Bell 1 6. Canada Post 17. City of Pickering - Development Control 18. City of Pickering - Municipal Property and Engineering Prepared By: Approved I Endorsed By: £~ ~. Ross Pym, MCIP, RPP Principal Planner - Development Review RP:ld Attachments Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Recommended for the consideration of PiCkering.~ ~,o~ iI #"/ APPENDIX I TO REPORT NUMBER PD 27-03 RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR ZONING BY -LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 24/01 1. That the subject lands be rezoned from a "LAC-9" zone in Zoning By-law 3036, as amended, to a "RH/MU-3" zone, to permit the development of a 140 unit apartment building and 30 townhouse dwelling units as generally presented on the applicants submitted plan. That the owner is required to satisfy the following matters during the site plan approval process and/or application for approval of draft plan of condominium: 2. a) That the owner enter into an appropriate agreement with and to the satisfaction of the City of Pickering that will address, amongst other matters; noise attenuation, servicing, construction management plan, fencing, easements, road restoration, sidewalk replacement, road cleaning, grading and drainage, boulevard tree planting, driveway location and paving, stormwater management, parkland dedication requirements with cash-in-lieu, refuse/recycling facilities, required securities to safeguard the City and satisfying the City financially, including the payments required to satisfy the Development Charges Act. b) That the owner submits appropriate landscape plans, to the City's satisfaction, which addresses the location and style of fencing and/or vegetative screening along the western and southern property lines. c) That the owner submit to the City of Pickering an appropriate siting and architectural design statement and that the owner agrees to implement the recommendations of the siting and architectural design statement in the required development agreement. d) That the owner satisfy the requirements of the Ministry of the Environment regarding the approval of a noise study recommending noise control features satisfactory to the Region of Durham and the City of Pickering. e) That prior to any site grading the owner submit, to the City's satisfaction, a vegetation preservation plan that identifies any vegetation to be preserved, the method of preservation and identifies trees to be removed. f) That the owner submits, to the City's satisfaction, appropriate stormwater management plans. APPENDIX II TO REPORTNUMBERPD27~3 DRAFT BY-LAW ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 24/01 CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING BY-LAW NO. :r) ...~18FT Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3036, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham in Part of Lot 19, Concession 1, in the City of Pickering. (A 24/01) WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering passed By-law 4081/92, amending By-law 3036, to permit the establishment of an apartment residential, senior citizens apartment residential, hotel, banquet hall, office, office support commercial and hotel support commercial uses on the subject lands AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering now deems it desirable to further amend By-law 3036, as amended by By-laws 4081/92 to permit an apartment building and townhouse uses on the subject lands; AND WHEREAS an amendment to By-law 4081/92 to By-law 3036, as amended, is therefore deemed necessary; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. SCHEDULE I Schedule I attached hereto with notations and references shown thereon is hereby declared to be part of this By-law. 2. AREA RESTRICTED The provisions of this By-law shall apply to those lands in Part of Lot 19, Concession 1, designated "RH/MU-5" on Schedule I attached hereto. 3. GENERAL PROVISIONS No building, land or part thereof shall hereafter be used, occupied, erected, moved, or structurally altered except in conformity with the provisions of this By-law. 4. Text Amendment (1 ) Section 4. DEFINITIONS, adding in a new definition after number (10) being a new number (11) and renumber the rest of the definitions in this Section so that the new number (11) will be the following: (11) "Multiple Dwellinq-Horizontal" shall mean a building containing three or more dwelling units attached horizontally, not vertically, by an above-grade wall or walls; (2) Section 5. PROVISIONS. Subsection (2) Uses Permitted ("LCA-9 Zone) of By-law 4081/92, is hereby amended by deleting this Subsection and replacing it with the following: (2) (a) Uses Permitted "RH/MU-5" Zone No person shall within the lands designated "RH/MU-5" on Schedule I attached hereto use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure for any purpose except the following: (i) Multiple Dwelling - Horizontal (ij) Multiple Dwelling - Vertical -2- '~.'....~.".~.. )11.. I!!.. ."r'" ,;~;,,::? Jf"r:.Mr i , (b) Zone Requirements ("RH/MU-S" Zone) No person shall within the lands designated "RH/MU-S" on Schedule I attached hereto use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure except in accordance with the following provisions: (i) BUILDING HEIGHT A (maximum): 7 storeys, for any multiple dwelling-vertical; and, 3 storeys for any multiple dwelling-horizontal; B (minimum): 5 storeys, for any multiple dwelling-vertical; (ii) , BUILDING LOCATIONS: Not withstanding any other requirements of By-Law 3036, as amended, the following requirements shall regulate building locations on lands zoned "RH/MU-S". A: For multiple dwelling-vertical building the minimum yard depth from' Brock Road shall be 2.0 metres and the maximum yard depth from Brock Road shall be 4.S metres; B: For multiple dwelling-vertical building the minimum yard depth from Finch Avenue shall be 2.0 metres and the maximum yard depth from Finch Avenue shall be 4.5 metres; C: For multiple dwelling-horizontal building the minimum yard depth from the western lot line shall be 6.0 metres; D: For multiple dwelling-horizontal building the minimum yard . depth from the southern lot line shall be 6.0 metres; E: Notwithstanding any qther requirement of this By-law, balconies on a multiple dwelling-vertical building may project into any minimum yard depth to a maximum projection of 1.5 metres; (Hi) NUMBER OF DWELLING UNITS A: The maximum number of multiple dwelling-vertical units shall be 140 dwelling units; B: The maximum number of multiple dwelling-horizontal units shall be 30 dwelling units; (3) Section 5. PROVISIONS Subsection (3) Parking Requirements of By-law 4081/92. is hereby amended .by deleting paragraph (d) and replacing it with the following: (d) For lands designated "RH/MU-5". (i) For a multiple dwelling-vertical use there shall be provided and maintained on the lot a minimum of 1.5 parking space per dwelling unit for residents and 0.25 parking spaces per dwelling unit for visitors; -3- (ii) For a multiple dwelling-horizontal use there shall be provided and maintained on the lot a minimum of 1.5 parking space per dwelling unit for residents and 0.3 parking spaces per dwelling . unit for visitors. (4) Section 5. PROVISIONS Subsection (4) SPECIAL REGULATIONS of By-law 4081/92, is herebydeleted. 5. BY-LAW 3036 By-law 3036, as amended BY By-law 4081/92, is hereby further amended only to the extent necessary to give effect to the provisions of this By-law as it applies to the area set out in Schedule I attached hereto. Definitions and subject matters not specifically dealt with' in this By-law shall be governed by relevant provisions of By-law 3036, as amended. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE This By-law shall come into force in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act. . BY-LAW read a first, second, and third time and finally passed this _day of ,2003. Wayne Arthurs, Mayor ~ 9~ Bruce Taylor, Clerk ~ °0 1- ---------- --- ------------------ -------- ~\~c\-\ f»J[~Ij[ "",.. , '. '. \ \.----------- 1b ~ ---- \ ~ '. -/-, <:(- Q )..------------ \ ---_J \ Q ~ --------- ... (" ~ --- \ GJ ~~ l' N SCHEDULE I TO BY-LAW PASSED THIS DAY OF 2003 MAYOR CLERK A.T1Þ.CHrvIEN1 #. - . yo ["""i"Al Ji PO' ~ 7 -() '1 nt:J"U ,. n . . ~ 0 0: . CORRIDOR I . I ~ () 0 0: ID WEST FINCH 0::: 0 0 0::: 0::: 0 0 0 4: 0 0: w > ii: 0 9 5 " ~ () 0 0: m City of Pickering Planning & Development Department PROPERTY DESCRIPTION PART OF LOT 19, CONCESSION 1; PART 3, 40R-15638 APPLICANT COUGS INVESTMENTS LTD. 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ATTACHMENT #__'J TO REPORT fj PO ,:;¿ Î ~ 0 3 INFORMATION REPORT NO. 25-02 FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING OF August 8, 2002 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PUBLIC MEETING REQUIREMENTS OF THE PLANNING ACT, R.S.O. 1990, chapter P.13 SUBJECT: Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 24/01 Cougs Investments Limited South-west corner of Brock Road and Finch Avenue Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 City of Pickering 1.0 PROPERTY LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION - the subject lands are located on the west side of Brock Road, south of Finch Avenue; - a property location map is provided for reference (see Attachment #1); - the majority of the subject lands are currently vacant; there is one structure in the south-east corner of the property used for a house sales presentation pavilion; - the property currently has access from both Brock Road and from Finch Avenue; - surrounding land uses are; north on the opposite side of Finch Avenue, the Brock Ridge Community Park; existing commercial plaza; on the opposite side of Brock Road, a police station and lands that are currently subject to a rezoning application to permit the expansion of the existing vehicle dealership; townhouse complex. south - east west 2.0 APPLICANT'S PROPOSAL - the application that is being considered is to amend the zoning by-law to permit the redevelopment ,of the subject property for a residential complex that will include an apartment building containing a proposed 151 apartment dwelling units and 30 townhouse dwelling units; - the applicant's submitted plan is provided for reference (see Attachment #2); - the apartment building is proposed to be sited along the street frontage of Brock Road and Finch Avenue and the townhouses are proposed to be located in the interior of the site; - the apartment building has been designed to have a prominent focal point that will be located at the corner of Brock Road and Finch Avenue; - the apartment building will have a general massing of seven storeys with the ends being six storeys; - the townhouse blocks are designed with two storey units at the ends and three storey units in the middle of the townhouse blocks; - the proposed access points are in the general locations of the existing driveways into the property, being one access from Brock Road, north of the existing sales presentation pavilion and the other off of Finch Avenue close to the western property line; Information Report No. 25-02 Page 2 3.2 - the majority of the parking will be accommodated in a proposed underground parking garage; - the house sales presentation pavilion is proposed to remain in the short term. 2.1 Development Detail The following is proposed development detail for this application: Durham Region Official Plan designation City of Pickering Official Plan designation Zoning: Existing Proposed Uses: Existing Proposed Site area Building coverage Parking coverage Lándscape coverage Frontage on Brock Road Frontage on Finch Avenue Number of apartment dwelling units Number of townhouse dwelling units Total number of units Net density Gross floor area for townhouses Gross floor area for apartment building Gross floor area for site Townhouse parking - residents - visitors Apartment parking - residents - visitors Total parking Surface parking Underground parking 3.0 OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING 3.1 Durham ReClional Official Plan - Living Area - Mixed Use Area -Mixed Corridor Area - LCA-9 (By-law 4081/92) - Appropriate to permit proposed development - House sales presentation pavilion and vacant land - Residential development consisting of a 151 unit apartment building and 30 townhouses - 1.707 ha - 31% - 25% - 44% - 151.8 m - 95.2 m - 151 - 30 - 181 - 106 units/ha - 5,772 m2 - 19,475 m2 - 25,247 m2 - 60 - 8 - 227 - 38 - 333 - 77 - 256 the Durham Regional Official Plan designates the subject lands as within a Living Area; - the Durham Regional Official Plan states that Living Areas are intended to be predominantly used for housing purposes; - Living Areas shall be developed in a compact form through higher densities and by intensifying and redeveloping existing areas, particularly along arterial roads; Brock Road is designated as a Type A Arterial Road and Finch Avenue is designated as a Type B Arterial Road in the Durham Regional Official Plan; - the application appears to conform to this designation; Pickerinq Official Plan - the Pickering Official Plan designates the subject lands as Mixed Use Area - Mixed Corridors; Information Report No. 25-02 ATTACHMEMT #_.5 -- TO Ii PO -- {;2. 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Page 3 - permissible uses within this designation include, amongst others, a variety of residential uses including apartment buildings and townhouses; - the Pickering Official Plan establishes a density range of over 30 and up to and including 140 dwelling units per hectare for development within an Mixed Use Areas - Mixed Corridors; - the proposed development would provide a net density of 106 units per hectare; - the subject property is within the Village East Neighbourhood of the Official Plan; - no development guidelines have been prepared for this neighbourhood; Schedule" of the Pickering Official Plan - Transportation Systems, designates Brock Road where it abuts the subject lands as a Type A Arterial Road and Finch Avenue as a Type B Arterial Road; Type A Arterial Roads are designed to carry large volumes of traffic at a moderate to high speeds, have some access restrictions and generally have a right-of-way width ranging from 36 to 50 metres; Type B Arterial Roads are designed to carry moderate volumes of traffic at moderate speeds, have some access restrictions and generally have a right-of-way width ranging from 30 to 36 metres; Schedule 11/ of the Pickering Official Plan - Resource Management designates the subject lands as Shorelines And Stream Corridors and within Flood Plain Special Policy Areas; Shorelines and Stream Corridors identify lands that may be prone to hydro-fluvial impacts and require an environmental report to be submitted that appropriately addresses any environmental constraints on the subject property; - Flood Plain Special Policy Areas identify lands where communities have developed on lands susceptible to flooding, and recognizes the continued viability of those areas by permitting some new development, subject to appropriate flood protection measures as set out in the Official Plan; - the Official Plan identifies that the City and Conservation Authority may require the submission of engineering and stormwater management studies when considering applications on lands designated Flood Plain Special Policy Area; - the subject applications will be assessed against the policies and provisions of the Pickering Official Plan during the further processing of the applications; 3.3 Zoninç¡ By-law 3036. as amended - the subject lands are currently zoned "LCA-9" by Zoning By-law 4081/92, being an amendment to Zoning By-law 3036; - the existing zoning permits a variety of commercial uses including hotel, offices, restaurant, personal services and limited retail; - the existing zoning also requires a portion of the building on the subject lands be a minimum of 10 storeys in height, and permits a maximum building height of 15 storeys; - an amendment to the zoning by-law is required to implement the applicant's proposal; - the applicant has requested an appropriate zone that would permit the proposed development. 4.0 RESUL T5 OF CIRCULATION 4.1 Resident Comments - no resident comments have been received to-date on the application; 4.2 Aç¡ency Comments no comments from any of the circulated agencies have been received to-date on the application; Information Report No. 25-02 ~ °.3 Page 4 4.3 Staff Comments in reviewing the application to-date, the following matters have been identified by staff for further review and consideration: . ensuring that the proposed development is compatible with, and sensitive to, surrounding lands; . the impact the proposed use / site changes may have on the character of the neighbourhood as compared to the as-of-right permitted zoning uses; . impact on the streets cape of Brock Road and Finch Avenue; . traffic generation, site access and on-site parking; . building location, massing, height and materials; . landscaping, fencing, and vegetation preservation; . stormwater management and flood control requirements; - this Department will conclude its position on the application after it has received and assessed comments from the circulated departments, agencies and the public. 5.0 PROCEDURAL INFORMATION - written comments regarding this proposal should be directed to the Planning & Development Department; - oral comments may be made at the Public Information Meeting; all comments received will be noted and used as input in a Planning Report prepared by the Planning & Development Department for a subsequent meeting of Council or a Committee of Council; if you wish to be notified of Council's decision regarding the zoning by-law amendment application, you must request such in writing to the City Clerk; if you wish to reserve the option to appeal Council's decision of the proposed zoning by-law amendment application, you must provide comments to the City before Council adopts any by-law for this proposal. 6.0 OTHER INFORMATION 6.1 Information Received - copies of the Applicant's submitted plans are available for viewing at the offices of the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department; - the City of Pickering has not received any technical information / reports on the proposed application. 6.2 Company Principal - the Zoning By-law Amendment application has been submitted by Gary Templeton of Templeton-Lepek Limited on behalf of Cougs Investments Limited; - the principle of Cougs Investments Limited is Gerry Coughlan. ORIGINAL SIGNED BY ORIGINAL SIGNED BY Ross Pym, MCIP, RPP Principal Planner - Development Review Lynda Taylor, MCIP, RPP Manager, Development Review RP:td Attachments Copy: Director, Planning & Development 4. 5. ArrÞ.CHtviENT tJJ.~. TO ~'Fprml 1/. PD. ~"7 -(.) 3 ,,-. "." Jf_~. Excerpts from Statutory Public Information Meeting Pursuant to the Planning Act VVednesday, August 8, 2002 7:00 P.M. The Manager, Development Review, provided an overview of the requirements of the Planning Act and the Ontario Municipal Board respecting this meeting and matters under consideration there at. (II) ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 24/01 COUGS INVESTMENTS LIMITED (SOUTHWEST CORNER OF BROCK ROAD AND FINCH AVENUE) 1. Lynda Taylor, Manager, Development Review, on behalf of Ross Pym, Principal Planner - Development Review, provided an explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report #25-02. 2. Gary Templeton, agent for the applicant, advised that they have been working extensively with staff to meet the Pickering Official Plan policies for the proposed site plan. He further stated that the proposal is positive as it reduces the area of impact from what would currently be permitted under the existing zoning, while providing an attractive development including an apartment building at the corner. 3. Vie Phillips, 1995 Royal Road, spoke on behalf of the 72 homeowners at 1995 Royal Road. Mr. Phillips stated that the residents support an amendmer:Jt to the zoning by-law but request that only a four story building be permitted, not a seven story structure, that a buffer zone with green space separating their complex from the new development, and that a development of similar quality to theirs be constructed. In response to Mr. Phillip's request, Lynda Taylor confirmed that staff would contact Mary Power to arrange a resident meeting; once staff have had an opportunity to review agency comments and to address any staff concerns with the application. Richard Ward, 3709 Regional Road 9, Orono, stated that he has concerns with potential traffic problems. He further stated that he was disappointed that the opportunity for a hotel was being deleted as he felt is was a suitable location. Mr. Ward requested that this application be held in abeyance until his outstanding complaints with the City, respecting the applicant, have been resolved. Gary Templeton, agent for the applicant, stated that they will take any comments received under advisement and will work with the City to move this application along. !". Ã'eé'ef,ieiil ¡ ï ! F . \ .. Q 1002 I ¡ MOO U - ~ I,' CITY OF PICKERING J ~ "tANNING AfIID f ~ OEVlitt.OPMENT DEPARTMENT ~ .a,.- , -.l Mem bers of the Planning Department.. .interested parties.. .Good Evening...I am Vic Phillips one of 72 homeowners at 1995 Royal Road.. . speaking on behalf of all the residents of the development called Chateau by the Park. First we are in favour of an amendment to the zoning bylaw which is required in order to implement the proposed development by Cougs investment owned by Jerry Coughlan....BUT...we ask council and the builder to make some changes to the plan as described in the diagrams dated July 2-2002. Coughlin Speech ...:Z.-.-..-. P;:tY\DT .f¡ P,r, 'J 7 - 0 -.:z ';.bI \).,. ~ L,__.~_--~,"-,,~, For August 8-2002 First and foremost we strongly oppose the proposed seven story apartment building with 151 dwelling. units. A building of that height would stand out like a monoli~h in the area of Brock Road and Finch Avenue... which now has the Rouge system, a beautiful heavily wooded area with a creek directly across the street to the North...our unique low rise development to the West and another treed area to the East with a modern low level attractive police building overlooking the area. A seven storey building would JUST NOT BLEND into the area. It would stand out like a sore thumb...no matter how attractive the exterior. The building. would affect the quality of life in the area.. .it would block off the view of those who can now look out at parkland.. .and would pose additional traffic~ noise~ and pollution problems. Royal Road, a now quiet residential street would no doubt see a drastic increase in traffic as the influx of some three hundred more vehicles.. and. four hundred new residents move into the development. Not to mention the daily movement of service vehicles catering to a sudden burst of at least 400 new residents. We SUGGEST a four storey apartment building of similar quality to our complex would definitely be more suitable for the area rather than an unsightly taller seven storey structure...We do not oppose the 30 unit proposed townhouse development. We understand there is a need for housing in Pickering and we do not oppose progress, growth, and the increase in tax revenue. We do however oppose a 151 unit high rise...which would affect the quality ofHfe we now enjoy. A four storey building would mean fewer vehicles, less traffic, less congestion, and no doubt less crime. We have had one breakin in seven years in our complex.. ..not because of a low crime rate in Pickering but because of the police building located directly across the street. Police have an unobstructed view of our complex which is a definite deterrent to criminals. This will change to some extent... but the problem will be lessened with a four storey building.. NOT with the proposed seven storey dwelling which would not only block out sunlight but also the view of police officers as they cruise along Brock Road. I am not whistling dixie on that point. As a crime reporter for thirty some years in Toronto I can attest to the negative changes which occur in a low rise neighborhood...suddenJy overshadowed by one large structure. Three fewer stories will mean less crime, less traffic congestion ,less noise and would allow the area to retain its quiet beauty. Brock Road is currently the last stop on the heavily traveled 407 highway ....people entering Pickering now pass by the Rouge area with an attractive ball park nestled in a wooded area. This is a nice impression of Pickering..that impression should not be overshadowed by a seven storey building. This goes beyond the concerns of area residents...Brock Road is a main entrance into and out ofPickering...it should look good... in keeping with the tranquil impression of the area. Already the intersections of Brock Road, Finch Avenue and Kingston Road are congested during rush hours and is considered a high accident area according to police. Lets not make it much worse. We don't need to make the same mistakes as Toronto, Scarboro and other municipalities. Big is not better. We also request a proper buffer zone between the proposed development and our complex. Currently a large number of evergreen trees border our property to the East...besides being attractive they also act as a sound barrier. We ask that they not be cut down and we ask that there be breathing space of at least twenty feet between the proposed parking lot and townhouse development and our complex. Jerrry Coghlan promised us a development of similar quality and appearance to the Chateau by the Park back in 1996. He has an excellent reputation as a developer and we know he will keep his word. We ask that the quality oflife we have enjoyed in the past six years not be compromised by a development of lesser quality. We now live in a quiet area...where grandchildren come to visit. Children feel safe along Royal Road where traffic now is minimal. Crime is almost unheard of, traffic accidents are a rarity and people are happy. We expect some changes to our current lifestyle will occur...that's agiven...but lets keep the changes under control. To sum up...all we want is a four storey building...not a seven storey structure. A buffer zone with green space separating us from the new development and a development of similar quality to the one in which we now live. Tbank you CLERK'S DIVISION ~~@, ~: ~¡7 h C~J)... <:' d. W~ AIO1:'~OA".. . ..7 ¿Q6'/~~ ~/~I7C 0;:- ~ 0. ~~ ' ~~þJ9/Ài 'i10~vQ Zoning By-law Amendment APPliCati~ Cougs Investments Limited Southwest comer of Brock Road and Finch Avenue Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 City of Pickering July 29, 2002 ;~'"""'~"","~"M'-_«'_-=^","",.~",-""--=."~.,,..._,,., i, ~ ¡ ~ " ¡ ï I",,' ~ 'u¡e n r) "¿f)IUr¡'; I,',' i ,;"~o",]v/."',,, ~ ! ""¡"V'~"- F"~""-.. ",,'!\J~ !', I """! ',-q- .J <I.d'- !:: 1".. ¡, \;J ¡ PLANNING I'.ND . ! DËVËLOPMENT D.ËPART!.VI~~"!:..J ---.---.-- ' ì-,\,-., ' TÞ,CH.M.EN., T,. #- g' . T03 o¡:POR'" ,11 pr¡ f). '7 - 0 n~ !,~ !, "n" ._,. Bruce Taylor City Clerk City of Pickering Planning & Development Department One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1 V 6KÎ Dear Mr. Taylor: Subject: ./) () <c. '/r~~ R,,"~CEIVED Ci ì 'i OF PICKERiNG JUl 3 1 2002 We are writing with respect to the above zoning by-law amendment. Please note that we were given very short notice of the upcoming meeting on August 8. Although your letter is dated July 11,2002, it was only received at our premises on July 19, 2002. Unfortunately, we are on vacation next week and will be unable to attend the meeting. This timing, at the height of the vacation season, makes it very difficult for many people to attend. We request that you change the date to September to ensure that the maximum number of residents in our complex are able to attend. If the meeting goes ahead as scheduled, in our absence, we would like to go on record to indicate our concerns. Weare in support of the proposed amendment, with the following, conditions: . that the development be equivalent to or better than our complex at 1995 Royal Rd., in terms of quality and value of the townhouses, and that the apartment building be similar quality - our main concern here is protection/enhancement of property value, given that we own what is considered to be prestige property in the area . that a thorough traffic study be conducted on the effects of adding 181 units to the area - specifically, the already congested flow of traffic in rush hours, morning and afternoon, will be affected significantly by the development, and we want to ensure that this is taken into account ~{ 7i ,r , Ii {', t" A, . Þ...,HMH" .1___- ...._.Tu r.r-p"R"' J, PI'I rZ!. 7 -<:.', '3 ~\::: u. ,t! ¡; .~- ..: --"", . that adequate sound buffering between the proposed development and the current townhouses is provided- to ensure the residents receive the quiet enjoyment of their backyards . that adequate setback, sound and light buffering between the underground parking entrance and the property line be provided - people exiting the underground garage will be pointed directly at the windows of several existing residences . that adequate setback and sound buffering between the parking lots and the property line be provided . that adequate setback between the proposed townhouses and the property line be provided . that the existing greenery next to the fence, including the nicely developed trees, be maintained. If you would like to discuss any of the above points with us, please feel free to contact us at the phone numbers below. As long-time residents of the area, we appreciate your attention to our concerns and expect that progress regarding this matter will take the above concerns, and those of other local residents, into account. Sincerely, f1M'~~ - U 0 j7v-~ ~ -" j J;)..I.I\, Marilyn Lurz Peter Dowsett 1995 Royal Road, Unit 113 Pickering, ON L 1 V 6V9 Phone # 905-619-0380 (res.) 416-513-5616 (bus.) cc: David Pickles, Councillor Board of Directors, Chateaux by the Park r" 1,'/' (,... " , ' Ie: ú:? " V~~\. ,J ,---'-,"'. ,..., l (,./ r/Jt\J 1 7 ¡ "~ ¡ ,,' 'J ", ~?---f,.J P [,J.i? c:,,/!.-- 'J l:; U i ~ ¡ CLERK'S DIVISION A ,¿, 4 ( r') I " I -tv <.. ,--" 01, ",' ,.~ -L", ~ ¡ ti!fvrvvv---,,',' /')';'-',' i ;., ~ /\ " ("k{ ('f7., 'L if --¡-nì-J '" ,-, l,'v) ---& f2 ( ,. ,~ /2 -,j, ':,. f'_~ r1 . I ~ fA"" / ' If' p 5, _L I " +J~, -F C l.f ,J.,Q ¡I, Ii A N-{,ó t" ' )i {j, \ l .. vC- \ ~-{¡; f v. ", -L '-, '. r II{¿{¿ l \ 1'1, j , ì i -I. " . 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' ,~ (),..J >~ ' \0 v -c ~'v:. a f-'t ¿:: N<{/ P-ETER & KAREN FORINT 1 03 - 1995 Royal Road Pickering, ON L 1V 6V9 ij TiJì,CHfv1Em # _L() TO ~: PO ---... tfl7- Q 3 tel. (905) 683-6716' e-mail: forint@canada.com 31-Jul-O2 , RECEIVEDl f. '1 ~ AUG 8 7002 . I CITY OF PICKERING I ¡ PLANNING AND ' ¡ DEVEl<?!,MIENT DEPARTMENT r I Planning & Development Department City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L 1V 6K7 Re: Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 24/01 Dear Siï or Madam: We are writing in response to the letter sent by Bruce Taylor dated 11-Jul-02, as we are unable to attend the upcoming public meeting on 8-Aug-02. We wish the to go on record with the following comments: . Any change in zoning to the subject property must have a neutral or positive affect on the quality of life on the residents of Durham Condo Corporation 142. . Any change in zoning to the subject property must have a neutral or positive affect on the re-sale values of the homes that make up Durham Condo Corporation 142. As such, we are very concerned about the proposed plans for the subject property by Cougs Investments Limited, as their proposed plans have many deficiencies, which are described below with possible solutions. 1. Deficiency: The planned driveway entrance and exit are immediately adjacent to the rear of several homes of Durham Condo Corporation 142. The increased noise, vibration, and pollution will reduce the quality of life of residents by reducing the utility of their rear facing windows, doors, and patios. . Solution: The driveway entrance and exit to the underground parking must not be adjacent to the property of Durham Condo Corporation 142. Only the backyards of new town homes should be permitted adjacent to the property of Durham Condo Corporation 142. 2. Deficiency: Cougs Investments Limited has been less than open as to their plans for the property. They have refused to commit to the type of development (i.e. condominium, rental apartment or freehold) they have planned. They have refused to comment on the planned price points of units in the proposal. The construction of apartments, lower price point condominiums, or lower price point freehold homes, would have an adverse affect on the re-sale values of the homes of Durham Condo Corporation 142. ¡ eE',ŒR & KAREN FO RINT , , "" /v " , Pi. " .:'"Þ:':7.:~() 3 '," . Solution: The City should permit only condominiums on the subject property, and these condominiums should be of quality and price points as high or higher relative to the properties of Durham Condo Corporation 142. 3. Deficiency: The location of garbage and recycling dumpsters has not been determined. As such they could be located adjacent to the properties of Durham Condo Corporation 142, reducing the quality of life of its residents due to noise and aií pollution. . Solution: Garbage and recycling dumpsters must be located in an enclosure along the Brock Street side of the subject property. We believe that the solutions above are fair and reasonable for both the residents of Durham Condo Corporation 142 and Cougs Investments Limited. Regards, Peter Forint Karen Forint cc. Board of Directors, Durham Condo Corporation 142 - 2- The Regionàl Municipality . of Durham Planning. Department ,1615 DUNDAS ST. E.' 4TH FLOOR. LANG TOWER WEST .BUILDING P.O. BOX 623 WHITBY, ON L 1 N 6A3 (~05) 728-7731 . FAX: (905) 436-6612 www.region.durham.on.ca A.L. Georgieff, MCIP, RPP Commissioner of PJanning II ;.LL TO ¡;¡ 7-03 lie-RECEIVED I , SEP 1 8 2002 ~ CITY OF PICKERING; PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT S.eptember 16, 2002 Ross Pym, Principal Planner Planning & Development Department One the Esplanade Pickering, Ontario L 1V .6K7 Dear Mr. Pym: Re: Zoning Amendment Application A 24/01 . Applicant: Cougslnvestments Limited Location: Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 Municipality: City of Pickering We have reviewed this application and the following comments are. offered with respect to compliance with the Durham Regional Official . Plan, the proposed 'method of servicing and delegated provincial plån review responsibilities.' . The purpose of the application is to permit the development of a residential complex supporting a 151-unit apartment building and 30 townhouse dwelling units. ' The subject property is designated "Living Area" in the Durham Regional Official Plan. Lands within this designation are to be used predominantly for housing purposes. Living Areas are to be planned and developed to incorporate the widest possible. variety of housing types, sizes and tenure to -provide living accommodations that address various socio- economic factors. The proposed àmendment is in conformity with the Durham. Regional Official Plan.' . Municipal Wåter Supply and Sanitary Sewer Services Direct water supply connectionsto the existing 600 mm H.P.C. . feedermain on Brock Road is not permitted. Therefore, water supply is not immediately available to the frontage of the subject property. .The applicant will be responsible for extending the existing 300 mm watermain located at the intersection of Finch Avenue and Brock Road across the frontage of the subject lands at their cost. Sanitary sewer service is available on Finch Avenue. Transportation The proposed access to Brock Road must be controll~d to permit right-in and right.,out turn movements only. This will require partial . "SERVl:CE EXCELLENCE fôr'f/;'!:.~.COMMlJNITY" * 100.% Post Consumer Page 2 , reconstru~tion to the existing raised centre median island on Brock Road, without affecting the access on the opposite side ofthe road, The final design may require modifiçationstothe access throat in-order to provide directional ,islands; if required., ' ' ",' , , ThecònstruqtÎon, of a southbound right-turn lane is required to service , ,the proposed Brock Road access.. 'In addition; the construction of an , , ' eastbound right-turn lane on Finch Avênu~ is required to service the, ' :Finch Avenue access. The applicant will be' responsible fo'r pn3paringa , geometric designwhich accqrrimodates thebaÒktoback lefttwn ,,' demands fÖr the propos~d 'Pinch Avenue' access, and vehicl,es turning 'left at the westapproa.ch of FinchAvemue and Brock Road. '", ' , " , ' ,The Owneris required to convey a road widening along the Finch, 'Avenue frontage, which will result in an overall' right-6f-waywidth of 1.8,.0, metres from the exi~tingcentrelÎneof the road. TheÔvvnerwill also be required to convey a road widening along the Brock Road frontage, , which, will result in an overall right-of-way width of ,22.5 metres from the existing centreline of the road~ " , ' , TlièRegjon~1 Works Departm~nt will provide information with respect,to access details and sight triangle requirements for the proposed access ,locations and the south-west cOrner of Finch Avenuè and Brock ROad' , upon receipt of a detailed site plan. ' " , ' , ,,' , , , , This applicat,ion has beenscre~nedin accordance with the terms ofthe provincial plan review responsibilities. The subject site abuts Brock " " Road, a Type~A arterial road, and Finch Avenue,,'a Type-B arterial ,road. A Noise Study should'be completed prior to the,developmentof the " 'lands. All matters of provincial int~n3st can be addressed through the draft plan of condom iniuml subdivision process,' " If you have any questions, or r~quire additional informatiqn, please call, me. ',' Yours truly, ' , ,/7' ~ /~M7lÁl'~~b 't7',' .0 Ray Davies, Planner ' Current Operations Branch GC. Rob Roy, Durham Region Works Department " R;\training\rd\zoning\pic~ering a24-01,doé ".." TORONTO AND REGJONt:Y--- onserva Ion for The Living City ,"t,' August 16, 2002 CFN BY FAX AND MAIL Mr. Ross Pym City of Pickering Planning & Development Department Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario L1V 6K7 REceIVED AUG 2 1 2002 I I'./'¡y .J,. ; . 'J, r' P:C'~'-~"'\ ,", I 'V:I - OLANNING ~N!~t\¡j C! I ",:~;o""ËN1'DÙ;"hT"'~N j '._'-'---"""";':"~ Dear Mr. Pym: Ae: Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 24/01 Cougs Investments Limited Southwest Corner of Brock Road and Finch Avenue Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 City of Pickering This will acknowledge receipt of the above noted application. Authority staff have reviewed the proposal and now offer the following comments. '..... ,""" It is our understanding that the purpose of this application is to amend the current zoning from "LCA-9" to permit the development of a residential complex containing an apartment building having 151 apartment dwellings and 30 townhouse dwelling units. Authority staff note that the subject property is located entirely within a Fill Regulated Area and entirely within the Regional Storm Flood Plain associated with Duffins Creek. In accordance with Ontario Regulation 158 (the Authority's Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation), a permit is required from the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) prior to any of the following works taking place: (a) construct any building or structure or permit any building or structure to be constructed in or on a pond or swamp or in any area susceptible to flooding during a Regional Storm; ,'~" (b) place or dump fill or permit fill to be placed or dumped in the areas described in the schedules (i.e. within a Fill Regulated Area), whether such fill is already located in or upon such area, or brought to or on such area from some other place or places; The subject property is also located within a designated Special Policy Area (SPA). The SPA designation recognizes that, for a community which has historically existed in the flood plain, strict adherence to Province-wide policies prohibiting development in the flood plain would F:\PRS\NORA259\PUBLlC\A24-01.WPD 5 5horeham Drive, Downsview, Ontario M3N 154 (416) 661-6600 FAX 661-6898 www.trca.on.ca a . "4J. ~ ',-,' :11 /(;1. '~., "~-,"..._"._IC, PD.-,~>;L7 -.£3.., . ,,' - 2- August 16, 2002 result in social and economic hardships. Therefore, in accordance with the Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP) and the SPA criteria, development is permitted in the flood plain provided that flood proofing measures are incorporated and a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 is obtained. '... .,"" ..., As the proposed development is located within the stream corridor, we also require proper stormwater management techniques and erosion and sedimentation control measures to be employed both during and after construction in order to ensure that there are no negative impacts to the downstream areas. By copy of this letter, please advise the applicant that through the review of the site plan application, an updated SWM report and sedJment and erosion control details will be required. In addition, through the review of the permit application, TRCA staff will require that the proposed development is adequately flood proofed. Based on the above, we have no objections to the approval of the subject zoning application, as submitted. We trust this is satisfactory. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. ,'., ,i.' Yours truly, '--"') --;I /Lf:i7...-ø,-, ';~-7-"'~"--- . Nora Jamieson Acting Plans Analyst Development Services Section Extension 5259 .."" '." NJ/ ."", .ò" F:\PRS\NORA259\PUBLlC\A24-01,WPD #-L~,,~TO fí PD- ::;¡ 7-:_93"..,,"" DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE MEMORANDUM Thursda~ 1st, 2003 TO: Inspector S. Whiteway, Sgt. M. Chesson Ajax-Pickering Community Police Office FROM: PC. L. Waldman Community Resource Unit Ajax-Pickering Community Police Office SUBJECT: Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 24/01 Cougs Investments Limited . Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 South-west carrier of Brock Road and Finch Avenue City of Pickering Inspector Whiteway and Sergeant Chesson; With regards to our recent meeting concerning the above proposal, I find that as we haç discussed our primary concern is with the driveway onto Brock Road. from the proposed site. As outlined in the correspondence from Sernas Transtech to Mr. Couglan, and stated on page 5 (five), there is a need fora raised island in this driveway to channel vehicles for Right in and Right out access to and from this site. The raised island is shown in figure 4 (four) on the last page of the Sernas Transtech correspondence and just preceding the appendix. The raised island is not shown or noted on the larger Site Plan drawn by Northgrave Architect Inc. which causes concern as to whether the raised island will be incorporated into the plan. The concern of the writer is, without the island vehicles exiting via the Brock Road driveway will attempt to make left turns. This would add to the congestion during rush hour periods and raise the probability of vehicle collisions at this welf traveled and high volume roadway. Aside from the aforementioned concern after examining the provided correspondence and plans, I could find no other area of immediate concern with regards to this site; Respectfully submitted //"") // // ~..¡:;WJ ( PC L. Waldman # 770 Traffic Safety Co-ordinator Ajax 1 Pickering Community Police Office VERIDIAN CONNECTIONS DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW é17.:.Q3. G~JECT NAME: Cougs Investments Ltd. II ADDRESS/PLAN: S/W comet of Brock Road and FmchAvcnue (part of Lot 19, Conccs¡¡ion 1) Gl1NICIP.ðLITY: Pickering 1 REF. NO.: A 24/01 SUBMISSION DA1'E: July 11, 2002 1. A Multi-Tcrtant Agreement must he entered .ÎrJto and may be tegistered all title as p~ltt of the setVicing requirdTLents. Legal costs for this will be ¡;h2.rgcd. to the Applicallt. 2. Will not attend scheduled City of Picketing DART Meering f()t this development. 3. Veridian Ccnncçtions h:J.s no objection to the proposed dcve1opmen.t. Please fotward a coPy of first submission dril dcsign so that Vccidian Conner.:t.ions ';"TUlY pre ?2.re an dectriclll design and an GfEct to Sexvice. 4. An of the above conditJ.ons of ~I!:rvice are subject to Ontario Energy Board (OEB) approval Technical Rc:presaJtlltive - Dave. Bell TeLephone 427-9870 Ext. 3233 if: K!\Word 1~".,.\D.vclof.'II\"¡1t ^pp'Òl""io" Ro,.;",,\ V.ridi.n C;"n,,"ctionr. ~¡,. Pion ^ppll".tion 1\..in'" - mnno.I.I,.!" RECEIVED AUG 22 2002 CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT ZO/ZO 'r! 'ON XtH w~ RI:Fn nRL ~nn?-~?-~nB "'..',,',' B~i, '(*TTÞ.CHME~Ji 1/ /5 TO HEPORT # PO ¿;¡ 7- D 3 'r--n'l, ,fT'-, Qí"" i"',' I-I It f7 I'? i, ..:'\ )\::::::II"III:::;",\\lf;::1I")\ II 1!!"!;::¡l.~:JU;li \:il b'l II Wii AUG 1 Z zoo1' l U) Right of Way Floor 5,100 Borough Drive Scarborough, Ontario M1P 4V112 Tel: (416) 296-6291 1-800-748-6284 (416) 296-0520 CiTY ()F PICKERING PICKERING, ONTARIO Fax: August6,2002 I R~C.E¡VED ~ AUG! 2 2002 CITY OF PICKERING ¡:: P1-ANN!N<3 AND"' :¡ D..VELOPMENT DEPARn,JENT Town of Pickering Planning Department 1 The Esplande, Pickering, Ontario 11\16K? Attention: Ross Pym RE: Zoning Amendment SW comer of Brock Rd and Finch Ave Cougs Investments Ltd File No: A24/01 Town of Pickering Thank you for your letter of July 11, 2002 conceming the above site application. Please be advised: 1 - The Owner shall agree in the Zoning Amendment, in words satisfactory to Bell Canada, any easements that may be required for telecommunication services. Easements may be required subject to final servicing decision. 2 - The Owner shall be requested to enter into an agreement (Letter of Understanding) with Bell Canada complying with any underground servicing conditions imposed by the municipality, and if no such conditions are imposed, the owner shall advise the municipality of the arrangement made for such servicing. 3 - Bell Canada requires one or more conduit or conduits of sufficient size from each unit to the electrical room and one or more conduits from the electrical room to street line. If there are any conflicts with existing Bell Canada facilities or easements, the Owner/Developer shall be responsible for re-arrangements or relocation. If you have any questions, please contact Heather Rivet at (905) 433-3066. ~~j~.~rUlY, ,J ~ ~r------_.. ~t~~ Janice Young :¡ Manager - Right of Way {J /) . DELIVERY PLANNING 1860 MIDLAND AVE 2ND FL. SCARBOROUGH ON MlP SAl CANADA ~.. POSTB POST CANADA "..IIL.':;. "..... . . 1'--, 416-285-5385(T) 416-285-7624(F) I ¡1:Ü n I¡ 17 ìf:' R' L --. .,\¿) Î.,.¡ \VI ! è II n !r< AUG 1 !. 1007 lulU J U -, ",.... L.::::) August 13, 2002 ÞTTACHMErJT II_it ~ TO r..;""','>.""". "'..' PD' ~ 7 0 ~ . ,,: 'Ut¡.~. '- , - Mr. R. Pym Planning & Development Dept City of Pickering 1 The Esplanade Pickering On Ll V 6K7 CiTY OF PìCKEFHNG PICI(gAING. ONTARIO RECEIVED AUG Î 4 2002 TV OF PICKERING ~~El.ó~~~~gt:A~TMeNT ~. Dear Mr. Pym, RE: Zoning By-law Amendment Application A24/0I COUGS INVESTMENTS LIMITED Southwest corner of Brock Rd and Finch Ave Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 City of Pickering , , Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the above application. The delivery mode for the multiple occupancy building will be a central mail facility, i.e. Mailroom. The developer/owner is responsible for the following: To supply, install and maintain a central mail facility to Canada Post Corporation specifications; Ensure that all mail equipment is installed in a location that is readily accessible to the occupants and Canada Post delivery personnel; Ensure that all mail is accessible by persons with physical disabilities The delivery mode for the townhouses may also be centralized mailboxes. Please have owner contact me at 416-285-5385 to discuss mail delivery options. Sincerely, ¡ljt~~ J~f Debbie Greenwood Delivery Planner /7 . ..Q( .z.~. 0: '3> PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM May 2,2003 To: Ross Pym . Principal Planner - Development Review From: Robert Starr Supervisor, Development Control Zoning By-law Amendment Application A24/01 Cougs Investments Limited Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 Southwest corner of Brock Rd. and Finch Ave. City of Pickering Subject: We have reviewed the above-noted application and provide the following comments: 1) A Construction Management Plan and Erosion and Sediment Control Plan will be required for this site that will need to address items as indicated on the attachments provided. 2) A Stormwater Management Report will be required to address servicing and quality control for the site. 3) Should an additional lane be required on Brock Road to accommodate the Brock Road access, we would require the sidewalk (and bicycle path) to maintain a similar off-set from the curb, as is existing, and so the sidewalk would need to be relocated accordingly. 4) When Brock Road is widened to utilize the road widening taken with this development, the sidewalk will be relocated to 0.3m east of the new west street line. The proposed parking area north of the sales pavilion appears to be too close to this street line and could conflict with the sidewalk location. The location of the balconies on the east side of the southerly 7 storJyt>uilding may also conflict with the future sidewalk and/or utility within the road allowance. 5) The City of Pickering has recently passed a Fill and Topsoil Disturbance By- law which restricts certain works on this site until agreements are in place or a Fill/Topsoil Permit has been issued. Cougs Investments Limited - A24/01 May 2, 2003 Page 2 A copy of that By-law No. 6060/02 and the Permit are provided with these comments and should be forwarded to the Applicant. \\ -----."....' ~-,.., ~. '~"""~'<:,::"~~ Robert Starr RS:bg J,IDoc,møn¡,ID<w._,nl Comn>I\BQÐST ARR\..~k"om\C,"...doc Attachment Copy: Coordinator, Development Approvals Technician, Development Approvals Development Control Inspector OPERATIONS & EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT MUNICIPAL PROPERTY & ENGINEERING DIVISION May 2, 2003 MEMORANDUM If ,.l~~_JO , q{2,:Ç¿,~" REceiVED M.A v 1 5 2003 CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT To: Ross Pym, MCIP, RPP Principal Planner - Development Review From: Richard Holborn, P. Eng. Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering Subject: Zoning By-law Amendment Application A24/02 Cougs Investments Limited Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 Southwest corner of Brock Road and Finch Avenue City of Pickering The Municipal Property & Engineering Division is in receipt of the above noted revised site plans for the above noted property with deduced number of dwelling units. Our comments of August 6, 2002 (copy attached) remain unchanged. With respect to this revised application, this Division adds the following comments. 1. The site plan does not illustrate the recommendations for the right-in/right-out channelized driveway into Brock Road. Plans must illustrate how the sidewalk will be accommodated. 2. The plan indicates no surface vehicular access to the townhouse units for waste collection, emergency vehicles, etc. A storage building for waste and recycling is required in order for the City to provide collection for the townhouse units. 3. In order for the parking provision to work, there must be forty-three identified visitors park spaces above grade. This would require some townhouse residents to park below grade and have access to their unit. It cannot be determined by this plan if this is planned. 4. The Traffic impact assessment on Regional Roads will need to be deemed acceptable by the Region. Reducing Finch Avenue (eastbound to one lane 65m west of Brock Road will adversely impact traffic flow during peak hours. II " hard Holb RH:ds Attachment , Copy: Director, Operations & Emerge~ Services