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Minutes I Meeting Summary
Statutory Public Information Meeting
Council Chambers
Thursday, April 20, 2006
7:00 pm.
Attendees:
Councillor Brenner - Chair
Lynda Taylor, Manager Development Review
Geoff Romanowski, Planner II
Rick Cefaratti, Planner II
Birgit Wilson - Recording Secretary
Also Attending:
Ian McCullough, Authorized Agent of Marshall Homes
Laureli Jones, Planner for Altridge Properties Inc.
Lynda Taylor, 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.
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1. DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION APPLICATION - S-P-2005-03
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A-34105
AL TRlDGE PROPERTIES INC.
(SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TWYN RIVERS DRIVE AND AL TONA ROAD)
PART OF LOT 33, B.F.C. RANGE 3, (40R-5045, PART 1) & PART OF LOT 33,
B.F.C.
RANGE 3, (40R-9096, PART OF PART 5 & 4OM-1515, BLOCKS 85 & 86)
(1482 -1484 AL TONA ROAD & 1490 -1498 AL TONA)
CITY OF PICKERING
1. Planner Comments
Geoff Romanowski, Planner II provided an overview of property location, applicant's
proposal and City's Official Plan policies pertaining to this site, as outlined in
Information Report #05-06.
2. Applicants Comments
Laureli Jones, Planner for Altridge Properties Inc., gave assurance that the applicant
will address all concerns and issues raised at this meeting and will provide additional
information for this proposal.
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3. Comments from Members of the Public
Cy Durdle
1497 Altona Rd.
Mr. Durdle is a 20 year resident of the subject area. He agrees with the development,
but expressed concerns in the area of:
· Water drainage - there are problems now, will they be addressed properly.
· Lots sizes are too small for the existing neighborhood.
· If new road is built, will it be private.
· Service, Le. snow removal for new road.
· Proposed access will create traffic problems.
· Safety for school in the area.
· Fencing - on Altona Rd.?
David Goulding
283 Richardson St.
Mr. Goulding expressed concerns that if the applicant makes changes to his original
proposal that the public will not be notified of these changes. In addition he
expressed the following concerns:
· Water drainage - there are problems now, will they be addressed properly.
· Lots sizes are too small for the existing neighborhood.
· Proposed access will create traffic problems.
· Safety for school in the area.
Len Scavuzzo
1478 Altona Rd. Rd.
Mr. Scavuzzo had grave concerns with respect to water run-off. He is now
experiencing major problems on his property and has hired an independent firm to
check out the foundation of his home to see if water has structurally damaged his
foundation. He stated that in his opinion the builder of the new subdivision will not
properly address the water run-off issues and his property will be in a "valley" with
water draining directly onto his property. Mr. Scavuzzo brought pictures of his
property and was invited to speak with members of the Planning Department after the
meeting.
Anna Agraso
307 Tomlinson Crt.
Ms. Agraso expressed concerns as follows:
· lots sizes are too small for the existing neighborhood.
· Property values will decrease.
· Once Altona Road had beautiful trees, when will these be replaced.
· Proposed access will create traffic problems.
· Safety for school in the area.
· City will change by-law without notifying anyone in the area.
· Did not receive notification of meeting - was informed by a neiQhbour.
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G Di Donato
1491 Altona Road
Mr. Di Donato expressed concerns as follows:
· Lots sizes are too small for the existing neighborhood.
· Property value will decrease.
· Once Altona Road had beautiful trees, when will these be replaced.
· Proposed access will create traffic problems.
· Safety for school in the area.
· City will change by-law without notifying anyone in the area.
· Did not receive notification of meeting - was informed by a neighbour.
Lorraine Watkins
Richardson St.
Ms. Watkins stated that she was not informed of proposal or the Statutory Information
Meeting. Her concerns are for the safety of the residents, children going to St.
Monica' s Separate School due to increased traffic pattern.
Debbie & Jim Coughlin
278 Richardson St.
Mr. & Mrs. Coughlin did receive notification of the proposal and of the meeting,
however, their written comments are not noted. They do agree with the development
however do have concerns with declining property values. Also, they would like
clarification whether the access will be from Altona Road or Richardson St. The
height of any fencing that would go up was also a concern and asked staff for
clarification of the fencing height restriction by-law.
James Callan
1483 Altona Rd.
Mr. Callan expressed concerns as follows:
· If a new road is built will it be private or public.
· Widening Altona Road will increase traffic pattern.
· Will new access road be a traffic light intersection.
· If new by-law is passed what are the boundaries it will effect.
Mr. & Mrs. Seres
306 SheDDard Ave.
Mr. & Mrs. Seres are very concerned with the lot sizes of the subdivision. The
esthetics are not compatible with the existing large homes. They requested that the
builder re-size the lots. They also expressed safety concerns about placing a house
on Plan site # 10.
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Lome Hewie
1469 Altona Rd.
Mr. Hewie expressed concerns as follows:
· If access from Altona Road, increased traffic pattern poses a safety hazard.
· Safety for school children.
· Lot sizes are too small in comparison with the existing properties.
· Decrease in property values.
Joan & Carl Chivers
267 Richardson St.
Mr. & Mrs. Chivers expressed concerns as follows:
· If access from Alton, increased traffic pattern poses a safety hazard, especially
if large trucks are making turns.
· Safety for school children.
· Lot sizes are too small in comparison with the existing properties.
· Decrease in property values.
· No notification of meeting or plans.
Dan Faffen
1485 Altona Road
Mr. Farren wanted to know when the Region of Durham is going to make a
commitment with respect to widening Altona Road and the continuation of Richardson
Street.
4. Response from the Applicant
Laureli Jones, Planner for Altridge Properties Inc., stated that Altridge Properties will
work very closely with the School Board to address safety issues regarding access
road and also address esthetic issues raised this evening, Le.: fencing, trees. She
further assured that new signs would be erected.
5. Staff Response
Geoff Romanowski, Planner II stated that when the Region of Durham initiates plans
to widen Altona Road notification of that proposal will go out to the public to advise of
the Statutory Public Meeting. In regard to not everyone receiving notification of this
proposal and Statutory Meeting, he will look into the matter and ensure that all future
notification will be expanded from the present radius.
6. Comments from the Chair
Councillor Brenner explained that to date no decision has been made. He also
assured all concerned that if this proposal changes significantly then, under The
PlanninQ Act, a second Statutory Information Meetino must take Dlace.
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2. ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 02106
PICKERING HARBOUR COMPANY LIMITED
SANDBAR ROAD
LOTS 210 - 224, LOTS 283 - 288, AND PART OF LOTS 218, 289
PLAN 299
CITY OF PICKERING
1. Planner Comments
Rick Cefaratti, Planner II provided an overview of the property location, applicant's
proposal and City's Official Plan policies pertaining to this site, as outlined in the
Information Report # 06-06. He stated that to date no comments/concerns have been
received from outside agencies or the public.
2. Applicant Comments
Ian McCullogh, authorized agent for Marshall Homes, explained the proposal as
outlined in the Information Report # 06-06. He stated that the owner would construct
a windmill on these lands to conform to the esthetics of the Waterfront Place.
3. Comments from Members of the Public
Sylvain Trepanier
1218 Monica Cook PI.
Mr. Trepanier was not sure whether or not he supported the recommended rezoning
as he felt to date there has not been enough information available to the public to
make a proper assessment. He further expressed a concern that the Statutory Public
Information Meeting was of no value as he felt the recommended by-law would now
go before Executive Committee for the recommendation to be enacted.
Mr. Trepanier had additional concerns as follows:
· Road ownership, public or private?
· Ownership of the land is fragmented, some public some private-how will that
be addressed?
· What is passive recreation use?
· Will the proposed windmill block the view from the Bay?
· Which Official Plan does the proposal conform to Durham or Pickering?
· Middle is a public road, will this remain public and if so will a fence be erected.
Lastly, Mr. Trepanier asked for reassurance from The City of Pickering that additional
information will be forthcoming and that the residents will be kept informed as this
goes forward.
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4. Response from Applicant
Ian McCullogh, authorized agent of Marshall Homes confirmed that at present there is
fragmented ownership of the lands and that ownership consolidation is being
addressed and will be finalized very shortly. He further stated that before this project
goes forward, there would be conceptual drawings submitted to The City of Pickering.
5. Staff Response
Rick Cefaratti advised that the proposed plan conforms to the Durham Official Plan
which permits a mix of uses including marina, parks, recreational, tourist, cultural and
community uses.
6. Comments from the Chair
Councillor Brenner assured Mr. Trepanier that the purpose of the Statutory Public
Information Meeting was to gather information from the public on the proposal and
that no proposal will be put before Executive or Council until all interested parties are
heard and that all concerns are addressed. He further stated that for this particular
proposal there is not sufficient information to make a recommendation either for or
against and that a Site Plan which addressed issues such as road access and
conformity to the Waterfront Plan, needs to be approved before this proposal can go
forward. He further suggested that Planning and Development, Lynda Taylor, should
follow-up with the Waterfront Coordinating Committee and host an open meeting to
address all issues raised this evening. Lastly, he stated that a second Statutory
Public Information Meeting may be needed before a decision to approve or deny this
application can be made.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 pm.
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