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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/19/1994 STATUTORY PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING MINUTES A Statutory Public Information Meeting was held on Thursday, May 19, 1994 at 7:00 p.m in the Council Chambers. ~ CHAIRMAN: Councillor Johnson ALSO PRESENT: '-' B. Taylor L. Taylor C. Rose C. Wong J. Cole S.Hill - Town Clerk - Manager, Current Operations Division - Manager, Policy Division - Senior Planning - Planner IT - Planning Technician IT '-' (l) OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT APPLICATION 93-007/P ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 32/93 S.J. GARDNER LOT 18, PLAN M-89 (1275 WHARF STREET) 1. An explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report No 16/94, was given by Jeff Cole, Planner IT. ~ (ll) CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION APPLICATION CD-94001 DRAFf PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM APPLICATION 18CDM-94001/P PICKERING PLACE APARTMENTS LTD. BLOCKS 7, 8, 9 AND 10, PLAN 40M-1231 (EAST SIDE OF VALLEY FARM ROAD BETWEEN DIEFENBAKER COURT AND PICKERING PARKWAY ~ 1. An explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report No. 18/94, was given by Sharon Hill, Planning Technician IT. 2. Steve Upton, representing the applicant, stated that he would answer any questions put by the public and that he had met with the existing tenants on April 19, 1994. 3. Richard Ward stated that he understands that it was the applicants intent to circulate details of the application to all the tenants and he wanted to ensure that the tenants rights were met. 4. Steve Upton, representing the applicant, stated that many tenants were at the meeting of April 19, 1994 and comments made at that meeting will be addressed and a further questionnaire was sent to the tenants last week 5. Linda Taylor, Manager, Current Operations Division, stated that the Town did a separate circulation for comments from that done by the applicant. '-"' ~ --2-- (Ill) DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 18T-93018 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 2/94 ...... F. MAIDA FAMILY INVESTMENTS, ET AL LOTS 122 AND 123, PLAN 1051 (NORTHEAST CORNER OF FAIRPORT ROAD & DUNBARTON ROAD) "-' '-r '-' "" ~ '-' 1. An explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report No. 17/94, was given by Jeff Cole, Planner I. 2. Dave Giugovaz, representing the applicant, showed a conceptual plan of the proposed development. He noted that a previous plan that proposed 41 units was before a public hearing and that this application proposes only 18 units. The house sizes have been increased, there will be no reverse frontages and the ownership of the units will be freehold. Two further fifty foot lots can be developed when a road to the east of the subject lands is opened. He showed elevations of the proposed units and hoped that they would be considered compatible with the existing neighbourhood. 3. Craig Bamford, representing the Liverpool West Community Association, stated that he is concerned about the density of this application because it is the :first townhouse development for this area and is at the high end of the density range. He noted that the area residents did support the :first application for nine single family dwellings on the subject lands. The Town will be upgrading the infrastructure on Fairport Road which will open a lot of lands for development. Because of this, staff should prepare development guidelines that will facilitate orderly development. 4. Achim Krull, 1760 Appleview Road, stated that he is opposed to this application and stated that there is nothing significantly different from the last high density application. He has no objections to the land being developed for single family dwellings. 5. Steve Kenthol, 1882 Appleview Road, stated that he was surprised that the applicant could use two future development blocks to add to the density calculations. The land is currently designated for fifty foot lots and that should not change. 6. Linda Eisen, 918 Dunbarton Road, stated that the proposed development will bring a lot of traffic to the area. She wants.the subject lands developed for single family dwellings because townhouses are not compatible with the existing neighbourhood. 7. Martin Herzog, representing the Liverpool West Community Association, stated that the issues pertaining to this application are density, compatibility with the existing neighbourhood, traffic and architectural issues. 8. Randy Vaine, 1945 Glendale Road, stated that most of the residents are opposed to this application because of the density. The subject lands should be developed with nine single family dwellings because there is a lack of playgrounds and other facilities in the area for a higher density development. 9. Mike Jackson, representing the DunbartonlFairport United Church, stated that guidelines on compatibility of development are needed to plan for the future expansion of the DunbartonlFairport United Church. 10. Alan Thornton, 1750 Fairport Road, stated that the present density allows nine single family dwellings on the subject lands but the applicant has always ignored the present designation. The area residents do not want townhouses. '-" 'w .... -- .,.. -. '-' --3-- 11. Ludy Gibson, 1748 Fairport Road, stated that any development other than single family dwellings is not compatible with the existing neighbourhood, will not be accepted by the area residents and will set a bad precedent. 12. Dave Giugovaz, representing the applicant, stated that it is clear that a meeting with the area residents would be beneficial. He noted that there were problems with the density issue even when only 10 units were proposed. Since his last application, the Province has introduced new regulations with respect to affordable housing and different housing forms are needed to accommodate empty nesters or young families. 13. Linda Taylor, Manager, Current Operations Division, stated that she would be pleased to be a party to a meeting with the applicant and the residents. Comments on the character of the development are appreciated in order to fine tune this application. (IV) OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT APPLICATION 94-004/P (TOWN INITIATED) PROPOSED AMENDMENT NO. 84 TO THE PICKERING DISTRICT PLAN (WOODLANDS COMMUNITY PLAN - PART "A" AND TOWN CENTRE COMMUNITY PLAN) PROPOSED AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE WOODLANDS COMMUNITY - PART "A" DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROPOSED TOWN INITIATED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TOWN CENTRE WEST URBAN DESIGN AND LAND USE STUDY 1. An explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report No. 19/94, was given by Chris Wong, Senior Planner. 2. Richard Harrison, representing the Liverpool West Community Association, asked if it was the staffs' intention to prepare an amendment to the Official Plan at this time. He further asked what the Town will do about the Dixie Road connector to Liverpool Road that is not compatible with the Regional Official Plan. He asked if there was anyone present at this meeting who represented the consultants who prepared this Study and wanted it noted that the ratepayers could not question the authors of the Study. 3. Bruce Singleton, 1184 Kingston Road, stated that a comment was made that the Olive Garden may be removed from this Study area through demolition. If Dixie Road is connected to Liverpool Road, there will be a lot of traffic on this connecting link. At present, there are no sewers on the north side of Kingston Road and he asked if sewers will be made available to residents on the north side of Kingston Road when they are installed on the south side. 4. Larry Bryant, representing the Liverpool West Community Association, stated that he supports the concept of planning ahead for an area of this nature. The issue of Walnut Lane and Kingston Road and this study area should be planned together. The building heights in the study area should step down from Highway #401. The Dixie/Liverpool Road connection will create traffic particularly if Dixie Road goes north to serve the Seaton Community. If this connection is built, a bridge will have to be constructed over pine Creek and this may have an environmental impact. The study area would be undesirable for young families because of noise, pollution and lack of schools. The financial climate at the present time may be driving a development that is inappropriate. The issues identified for the study area should be resolved prior to being dealt with by Council. '"" ~ '-' '-' ~ ~ ....., ....... --4-- 5. Randy Vaine, 1945 Glendale Road, stated that he supports industry for this area particularly if it is pedestrian oriented. He was concerned that Dixie Road will be connected to Liverpool Road with a ramp onto Highway #401 because people are always looking for alternative routes to Highway #401. He was concerned that no schools are shown in the plan and that children will have to be bussed to other schools. He asked if residents in the study area could be accommodated on Pickering Transit. Buildings in the study area should be moved closer to Highway #2 because it will slow traffic down. He noted that residents on Walnut Lane are concerned about traffic. 6. Martin Herzog, representing the Liverpool West Community Association, stated that the rationale for the road network in the study area was to have a maze to slow down traffic from Highway #401 but it will not deter motorists from using this area for a short cut. There should be discussions with the landowners about using the road to the west of the Supercentre. More options to the present road patterns must be studied because a maze of roads will be difficult to operate a proper transit system The consultants have only solicited comments from the Liverpool West Community Association but they have not discussed the issues with them along with the staff and landowners. 7. Richard Harrison, representing the Liverpool West Community Association, stated that the Information Report refers to the necessity of the Dixie/Liverpool Road connection but the area designated for regional retail uses in the study area is very small and this is what is justifying this connecting road. 8. Murray Duncan, 1937 Lydia Crescent, asked if Dixie Road would be widened if the Dixie/Liverpool Road connection was constructed. 9. Richard Harrison, representing the Liverpool West Community Association, stated that staff has indicated that Dixie Road will be a major arterial road to be used as a connection to the Seaton Community. He noted that the Region of Durham is asking the Town to bring Dixie Road up to Regional standards so it can be used for Regional functions. 10. Bill Hepfer, representing the Furniture Mall, stated that he was at a meeting with the consultants and suggested that possibly one-way streets and stop signs would slow traffic down in the study area. He felt it is a good idea to mix residential with industrial and commercial uses. 11. Richard Ward stated that there is a short supply ofland with exposure to Highway #401 in Pickering and this should be encouraged for the study area. A road to connect Dixie Road and Liverpool Road is essential. This area should be studied further and he noted that a lot of current uses in the study area are operating in non-conformity with the zoning by-law. He stated that he is in favour of blanket zoning instead of site specific zoning. 12. Craig Bamford, representing the Liverpool West Community Association, noted that Block 1 of the plan allows building heights from two to eight stories; however, eight stories is too high for a residential area and a maximum of four stories is more appropriate. 13. Mike Jackson, 1761 Walnut Lane, stated that he is concerned about traffic on Walnut Lane and overcrowding of schools as a result of the proposed development. Various studies in the area should be consolidated and the range of density for the residential component should be narrowed. 14. Bob Birch, representing Schindler Elevator, stated that his company has been operating in Pickering for 30 years and he plans to continue operating. He is in full agreement with the plan and his own consultants support the plan. ~ '-'" ......., '-' ...... ~ """ '-" --5-- 15. Catherine Rose, Manager, Policy Division, stated that the consultants Stage 3 Report will provide for a lower and more moderate residential density range. Shadow diagrams have been requested and the consultant has been asked to include a community use area for a school but it must be noted that land is precious and a school may be located in another type of building. The consultant will also be asked to review building setback with the proposed change of jurisdiction of Kingston Road from the Province to the Region. An eight metre pavement is not sufficient for on-street parking and the movement of transit vehicles. Transit is made viable through mixed uses and the road pattern is designed to provide access for uses in the various blocks. (IV) ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at the hour of9:05 p.m Dated Nit '-( 2 'I. /9't'/ . Clerk L