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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 25, 2005Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, April 25, 2005 7:30 PM Chair: Councillor Ashe (i) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Meeting of April 11,2005 PAGE 1-6 (11) 1. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT PD 16-05 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 4/04 1612042 ONTARIO LIMITED 979- 983 KINGSTON ROAD SOUTH PART OF LOT 26, CONCESSION 1 PART 2, 40R-11222 (EAST OF THE POLICE CREDIT UNION, FRONTING SHEPPARD AVENUE) PAGE 7-59 PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT PD 15-05 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL'S PERMISSION TO DEVELOP BY LAND SEVERANCE TANIA SPRING 1839 PINE GROVE AVENUE PART OF LOT 6, PLAN 282, & PART OF THE ROAD ALLOWANCE BETWEEN LOT 34 & 35 (PART 2, PLAN 40R-20388) 60-69 OPERATIONS & EMERGENCY SERVICES REPORT OES 08-05 ANTI-WHISTLING BY-LAW, ROSEBANK ROAD CROSSING 70-75 OPERATIONS & EMERGENCY SERVICES REPORT OES 11-05 STOP CONTROL BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO BY-LAW 2632~88 ROSEBANK ROAD AT GRANITE COURT 76-81 Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, April 25, 2005 7:30 PM Chair: Councillor Ashe OPERATIONS & EMERGENCY SERVICES REPORT OES 10-05 PICKERING DRAGON BOAT CLUB RACES - JUNE 4 & 5, 2005 AMENDMENT OF PARKING BY-LAW 2359/87 FOR PROHIBITING STOPPING ON PORTIONS OF BREEZY DRIVE AND OKLAHOMA DRIVE 82-87 OPERATIONS & EMERGENCY SERVICES REPORT OES 12-05 PROVINCIAL SECONDARY LAND USE PROGRAM - PSLUP RATIFICATION OF MUNICIPAL PUBLIC INTERESTS FOR HYDRO CORRIDOR LANDS 88-92 PROCLAMATIONS: "AJAX-PICKERING BOARD OF TRADE MONTH' 93-94 (111) OTHER BUSINESS (IV) ADJOURNMENT Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, April 11, 2005 7:30 PM Chair: Councillor Pickles PRESENT: Mayor Dave Ryan COUNCILLORS: K. Ashe M. Brenner D. Dickerson R. Johnson B. McLean D. Pickles ALSO PRESENT' T. J. Quinn N. Carroll G. Paterson B. Taylor C. Rose - Chief Administrative Officer - Director, Planning & Development - Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer - City Clerk - Manager, Policy ABSENT: E. Buntsma - Director, Operations & Emergency Services (Vacation) Councillor Pickles recognized the 8th Pickering Brownies and 6th Pickering Scouts. (i) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Meeting of March 29, 2005 -t- 0£ Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, April 11, 2005 7:30 PM Chair: Councillor Pickles (11) 1. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT PD 14-05 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 16/04 RENATA TRENT 905 DILLINGHAM ROAD PART OF LOT 19, B.F.C., RANGE 3 (DURHAM CONDOMINIUM PLAN 105) Referred to the May 2nd Council Meeting a) Noel Gerry, representing the applicant, advised of his support of the Planning Report and stated that approval of this application would legitimize the licensing by-law. This business has been licensed for the past five years as a Body Rub Parlour. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT PD 12-05 PLACES TO GROW Approved See Recommendation #1 PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT PD 13-05 FINAL ASSUMPTION OF PLANS OF SUBDIVISION By-law Forwarded to Council CORPORATE SERVICES REPORT CS 28-05 APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE FROM THE SIGN BY-LAW SUBMITTED BY JOHN BYBERG Approved See Recommendation #2 .2_ PICKEI , G Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, April 11, 2005 7:30 PM Chair: Councillor Pickles CORPORATE SERVICES REPORT CS 29-05 APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL BY-LAW OFFICERS 1822 WHITES ROAD Approved By-law Forwarded to Council See Recommendation #3 PROCLAMATIONS: "HEPATITIS C AWARENESS DAY" "HEPATITIS C AWARENESS MONTH" Approved See Recommendation #4 {ill) ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:59 pm. -3- PICKERING Appendix I Executive Committee Report EC 2005-O6 That the Executive Committee of the City of Pickering having met on April 11, 2005, presents its sixth report to Council and recommends: PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT PD 12-05 PLACES TO GROW That Pickering Council RECEIVE Report PD 12-05 on the draft Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, prepared by the Ministry of Public Infrastructure Renewal, dated February, 2005; and That Pickering Council ADVISE the Minister of Public infrastructure Renewal that it supports: (a) the concept of a growth plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe; and (b) Pickering's inclusion within the 'Greater Toronto Area and Hamilton Sub- area'; and (c) the identification of downtown Pickering as an 'urban growth centre'; and That Pickering Council REQUEST the Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal to coordinate the transfer of the Cherrywood Community from the Greenbelt Plan to the Growth Plan under a 'Designated Growth Area' category, consistent with Pickering's approved Growth Management Study; and (b) (c) (d) That Pickering Council REQUEST the Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal to incorporate the following recommended changes into the final Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, such that: (a) upper, lower and single-tier municipalities are engaged as full participants in the preParation of the work program for their respective sub-area growth strategy and that all municipalities be included as members of the sub-area growth strategy working teams in addition to the Province; and local municipalities are provided with the authority to determine the way in which intensification is achieved in their respective areas; and a meaningful public consultation process to inform and obtain comments from residents and landowners in all parts of each sub-area is included as an integral component of the sub-area growth strategy work program; and the content of sub-area growth strategies is refined to focus on the broader cross-boundary issues such as infrastructure, economic development, transit, and urban boundary expansions with less emphasis on rural, agriculture and natural heritage matters; and 4 Pit F, RIN( Appendix I Executive Committee Report EC 2005-06 o (e) (0 (g) the timeframe for achieving the intensification targets in the Growth Plan is extended from 2015 to a longer timeframe; and the employment to population ratio is increased to 50% (one job for every two persons) for Durham Region; and the transportation system is revised to: (i) add a proposed higher order transit route along Taunton Road and Kingston Road; and (ii) add a proposed higher order transit route on the CP Belleville rail line through Durham Region; and (iii) add a proposed higher transit route from the Pickering GO Station to the Highway 407 transitway; and (iv) extend Highway 407 easterly to Highway 35/115 in the pre-2031 timeframe, and add a proposed higher order transit route on Highway 407 through Durham Region; and That Pickering Council REQUEST that, prior to finalizing the Growth Plan, the Province release a comprehensive package of Greater Golden Horseshoe initiatives including details of the fiscal, regulatory and other tools that will be made available to properly implement the sub-area growth strategies, the Transportation Strategy, and the 10-year Strategic Infrastructure Investment Plan; and That the City Clerk FORWARD a copy of Report PD 12-05 to the Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Region of Durham, Durham area municipalities, and Wayne Arthurs, MPP, Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge. CORPORATE SERVICES REPORT CS 28-05 APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE FROM THE SIGN BY-LAW SUBMITTED BY JOHN BYBERG That Report CS 28-05 regarding an application for a variance from the Sign By-law submitted by John Byberg, be received; and That Resolution #169/03, Item #1, passed on December 5, 2003 to refuse an application submitted by John Byberg for a variance to the Sign By-law to permit a billboard sign on the south side of Highway #7 immediately west of the east intersection of the east intersection of Highway #7 and Concession 6 Road, be rescinded; and -5- 06 PI( KEI ING Appendix I Executive Committee Report EC 2005-06 That the application dated November 3, 2003 submitted by John Byberg for a variance to By-law 2439/87 (Signs) to permit a billboard sign on the south side of Highway #7 immediately west of the east intersection of Highway #7 and Concession 6 Road, be approved. CORPORATE SERVICES REPORT CS 29-05 APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL BY-LAW OFFICERS 1822 WHITES ROAD That Report CS 29-05 respecting the appointment of Special Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of enforcing the Parking By-law on private property, be received; and That the draft by-law to appoint persons to enforce the Parking By-law at 1822 Whites Road, be forwarded to Council for approval; and That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect thereto. PROCLAMATIONS: "HEPATITIS C AWARENESS DAY" "HEPATITIS C AWARENESS MONTH" That Mayor Ryan be authorized to make the following proclamations: "Hepatitis C Awareness Day"- May 1, 2005 "Hepatitis C Awareness Month"- May, 2005 -6- RECOMMENDATION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 4/04 be APPROVED, to permit a four-storey, thirty-two unit hotel, submitted by 1612042 Ontario Limited, on lands being South Part of Lot 26, Concession 1, Part 2, 40R-11222, City of Pickering. That the amending zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 4/04, as set out in Appendix I to Report PD 16-05, be FORWARDED to City Council for enactment. PICKERING REPORT TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Report Number: PD 16-05 Date: April 8, 2005 From: Neil Carroll Director, Planning & Development Subject: Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 4/04 1612042 Ontario Limited 979 - 983 Kingston Road South Part of Lot 26, Concession 1 Part 2, 40R-11222 (East of the Police Credit Union, fronting Sheppard Avenue) City of Pickering Recommendation: That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 4~04 be APPROVED, to permit a four-storey, thirty-two unit hotel, submitted by 1612042 Ontario Limited, on lands being South Part of Lot 26, Concession 1, Part 2, 40R-11222, City of Pickering. That the amending zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 4/04, as set out in Appendix I to Report PD 16-05 be FORWARDED to City Council for enactment. Executive Summary: The applicant requests a change to the zoning by-law to permit a four-storey hotel on lands located on the south side of Sheppard Avenue, north of Kingston Road, just east of Merritton Road (see Attachment #1 - Location Map). The applicant's original submission proposed a five-storey hotel (see Attachment #2 - Applicant's Submitted Plan). Upon review of this submission, planning staff and area residents had serious concern that the proposal reflected over-development of the site. Planning staff met with the applicant numerous times to discuss various matters related to overall site design and function. The meetings with the applicant resulted in numerous revisions to the original proposal. Ultimately, it was determined that a four-storey, thirty-two unit hotel can be accommodated on site and meet City development standards (see Attachment #3 - Applicant's Revised Plans). The proposed hotel is intended to serve the needs of the travelling public. The proposed use complies with the provisions of the City's Official Plan, meets City development standards, is suitable development for the subject property, and is compatible with other commercial developments in the surrounding area. Report PD 16-05 Subject: 1612042 Ontario Ltd. (A 4~04) Date: April 8, 2005 Page 2 It is recommended that the application be approved, subject to the implementing by-law containing a Holding (H) provision, requiring the owner to satisfy the City of Pickering respecting stormwater management and improvements to Merriton Road and Sheppard Avenue (road upgrading / permanent turning circle / off-site works). Financial Implications: proposed development. No direct costs to the City are anticipated as a result of the Background: 1.0 Comments Received !.1 At the June 24, 2004 information Meeting Numerous area residents and the applicant appeared at the public information meeting to discuss the proposed zoning by-law amendment (see text of Information Report and Meeting Minutes, Attachments #4 & #5). t.2 Resident Comments in Objection The main concerns expressed by the residents included (see Attachments #6 - #12, Resident Comments): · over-development of the subject property; · traffic generation and adequacy of on-site parking; · urban design - building size, location, materials, massing, height, signage and landscaping; · compatibility with surrounding area; · security of surrounding neighbourhood; · devaluation of surrounding residences; · possibility of hotel rooms to become long term housing; · tree preservation; · overshadowing of adjacent properties; · fire protection; and · proximity of hotel to CNR rail line. 1.3 Agencies: Durham Region Planning Department conforms with Regional Official Plan; municipal water supply and sanitary sewer are available - an approximate 110 metre extension of the existing sanitary sewer along Sheppard Avenue is required to service the property - the cost of extending the sewer service wilt be at full cost to the applicant; Report PD 16-05 Subject: 1612042 Ontario Ltd. (A 4/04) Date: April 8, 2005 Page 3 Durham Region Planning Department (continued) CN Railway Veridian Connections a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment should be completed to satisfy the municipality that the environmental condition of the site is suitable for the proposed use; (see Attachment #13); the owner is required to insert a CN Railway warning clause in all development agreements and noise impact statement; recommends that owner engage a consultant to undertake an analysis of noise and vibration and provide abatement measures necessary to achieve the maximum level limits set by the Ministry of Environment; (see Attachment #14); no objection, however, applicant must fulfill certain conditions including accommodation on site for a transformer (outdoor padmount in a 5 metre by 6 metre clear area); (see Attachment #15); 1.4 City Departments: Development Control a stormwater management report will be required; a storm system does not exist within the street fronting this property and a storm system will be required; access to the site will be from Sheppard Avenue; a permanent turning circle will be required to be constructed; the portion of Sheppard Avenue east of Merritton Road will need to be upgraded to a full load standard; a preliminary grading and drainage plan is required to be submitted for review to ensure that the proposed development can be accommodated without adversely affecting the adjacent properties; Report PD 16-05 Subject: 1612042 Ontario Ltd. (A 4/04) Date: April 8, 2005 Page 4 Development Control (continued) Municipal Property & Engineering Fire Service the off-site works required to be completed by this project will need to be addressed in a development agreement between the owner and the City; - (see Attachment #16); - upgrades to Sheppard Avenue and Merritton Road are required; - storm sewers are not available to the site to allow for adequate drainage and stormwater management; - Sheppard Avenue and Merritton Road require to be urbanized to provide adequate transportation network, street lighting and sidewalks; - the impact of traffic generated by the site on the intersection of Kingston Road and Merritton Road is to be assessed by the Region of Durham; - a stormwater management report is required to support the proposed development; (see Attachment #17); suggests there should be an adequate setback from the building to the right of way of the Canadian National Rail lines exceeding the minimum standard of 30 metres; - consideration should also be given to the construction of a "berm" or sound attenuation wall between the right of way and the proposed building; the site should be configured so that people evacuating the building can do so in a safe and efficient manner, so as not to negotiate any barriers; -the Fire Service is reserving the opportunity to make further comments at the time of site plan review; - (see Attachment #18). Report PD 16-05 Subject: 1612042 Ontario Ltd. (A 4~04) Date: April8,2005 Page 5 2.0 2.1 2.1.1 2.1.2 Discussion Use and Compatibility Proposed use conforms to the Pickerinq Official Plan. The applicant is proposing to develop a four-storey, thirty-two unit hotel. The subject property is designated "Mixed Use Area - Mixed Corridor" within the Dunbarton Neighbourhood - Detailed Review Area in the Pickering Official Plan. Mixed use areas encourage development having the highest concentration of activity in the City and the broadest diversity of community services and facilities. Permissible uses within this designation are residential, retailing of goods and services generally serving the needs of the surrounding neighbourhood, offices and restaurants, community, cultural and recreational uses, and special purpose commercial uses. This designation permits the proposed use to be considered for approval. The proposed use conforms to the Region of Durham Official Plan. It also conforms to Durham's Community Strategic Plan (CSP). A strategic objective of the CSP is to facilitate the development of the Region's tourism facilities, including addressing the needs for hospitality facilities, to make Durham a tourist destination. The site is suitable for the proposed use. Sufficient site area is available to accommodate the proposed use, required parking and landscaping. The proposed hotel would be compatible with the present and future surrounding land uses, which are automobile dealerships (existing Saturn, Saab, Isuzu / new Ford-Volvo), a credit union, a medical office and a real estate office. The property is part of an existing commercial area of the City that is situated between Kingston Road/Highway 401 to the south, and the Canadian National Railway to the north. This rail line also forms a physical barrier to separate this commercial area from the existing residential area to the north. The property immediately to the west (975 Merritton Road) of the proposal contains a residential land use. To mitigate any potential impacts on this single-detached dwelling, the four-storey hotel has been relocated to the eastern portion of the site. Fencing and significant landscaping will be required to buffer the residential side yard from the proposed hotel parking area. Detailed matters such as this will be addressed through the site plan review process. Report PD 16-05 Subject: 1612042 Ontario Ltd. (A 4~04) Date: April 8, 2005 Page 6 2.2 2.2.1 2.2.2 Site Planning Applicant's revised conceptual site plan meets City development standards. The original submission was for a five-storey, thirty-four unit all suites hotel. Upon review of this submission, planning staff and area residents had serious concerns that the proposal reflected over-development of the subject property. Planning staff met with the applicant numerous times to discuss the concerns of area residents, and to discuss overall site design and function. The applicant obtained the assistance of an architect and returned with numerous alternatives to the original proposal. The hotel was reduced in height by one storey and relocated to the eastern portion of the property to buffer the westerly residential property from possible conflicting land use issues. The footprint of the hotel was also reduced in size to allow for pedestrian walkways, vehicle parking, more efficient vehicular circulation and additional landscaping. Many area residents expressed concern that all the units within the hotel would have full kitchens. Their concerns were with the permanency of guests in the hotel and potential security issues that may result. The applicant has revised the room layouts and has eliminated the full kitchens and has replaced them with a bar sink, bar fridge and possible microwave / toaster oven. The revision also eliminated the upper floor activity room and large units. The size of the rooms and facilities now proposed is reflective of a typical suit hotel within the Region. The revised four-storey, thirty-two unit hotel, with thirty-seven parking spaces can be accommodated on site and meet City development standards. The site plan approval process will address site development, site functioning, and urbanization works to be secured through appropriate agreements. The final detailed building and site design has not been determined. However, based on detailed conceptual plans, adequate parking, landscaping and efficient site functioning can be achieved. The owner/applicant has also been advised that upgraded elevations and entranceway into the hotel will be required rather than what is indicated on the submitted conceptual elevation (see Attachment #19 - Conceptual Elevation). The site plan approval process will require the applicant to formally address all of the circulated agency and internal department comments. This will include, but not be limited to the construction of a permanent turning circle, mitigating any impacts of traffic generated by the proposal on the intersection of Kingston Road and Merritton Road, providing a grading and drainage plan to ensure that the proposed development can be accommodated without adversely affecting adjacent properties and providing a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment. Report PD 16-05 Subject: 1612042 Ontario Ltd. (A 4~04) Date: April 8, 2005 Page 7 2.3 2.3.1 The site plan approval process will also address site development, site functioning and will require urbanization of Sheppard Avenue and Merritton Road, which will be secured through appropriate development agreements. It is recommended that City Council approve this zoning by-law amendment application subject to the implementing zoning by-law containing a "(H)"- Holding provision. The "(H)" - Holding provision will enable the City to require a site plan and development agreements with the property owner t.o address appropriate development conditions of the site. Zoning By-law Performance Standards Performance Standards will ensure the proposed hotel meets City development standards. The zoning by-law will establish a hotel definition and strict development standards that will control uses, building location, size, and height. It will also control minimum parking standards and provide areas for landscaping. Research conducted through other municipalities in the area revealed that one parking space per hotel room is an adequate supply requirement. The proposed hotel has thirty-two rooms and provides thirty-seven parking spaces. The zoning by-law, attached as Appendix I, provides for a (H) Holding provision to address the need for appropriate agreements to be entered into prior to lifting the (H). The by-law will also ensure that over-development of the site does not occur. The proposed hotel will be required to meet minimum City development standards. The hotel will be compatible with other commercial developments in the immediate area, and does not impose negative planning impacts on the adjacent properties or residents of the area. APPENDIX: Appendix I: Draft Implementing By-law Report PD 16-05 Subject: 1612042 Ontario Ltd. (A 4/04) Date: April8,2005 Page 8 Attachments: 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 19. Location Map Applicant's Original Submitted Plan Applicant's Revised Submitted Plans Information Report Minutes from Public Information Meeting Resident Comment in Objection - Dr. M. Schwartz Resident Comment in Objection -A. Wheeler Resident Comment in Objection - J. & G. Shaw Resident Comment in Objection - B. & N. Penny Resident Comment in Objection - V. Bruce Resident Comment in Objection - N. & M. Eickmeier Resident Comment in Objection - J. Freeman & S. Purchase Region of Durham Comments Canadian Nationat Railway Comments Veridian Connections Comments Development Control Comments Municipal Property & Engineering Comments Pickering Fire Service Comments Conceptual Elevation Report PD 16-05 Subject: 1612042 Ontario Ltd. (A 4~04) Date: April 8, 2005 Page 9 Prepared By: Approved / Endorsed By: Planner-FT-'- Neil Carroll~-M"C--iP~PP Director, PI~"~ & Development Lynda DC. Taylor, i,4~, RPP ' Manager, Develo,~'ment Rev ew 'PK:jf Attachments Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Recommended for the consideration of Pickering City Coun..r. it.. ,, APPENDIX I TO REPORT NUMBER PD 16-05 DRAFT BY-LAW FOR ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 4~04 THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING BY-LAW NO. Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 2498/87, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, South Part of Lot 26, Concession 1, (Part 2, 40R-11222), City of Pickering. (A 04/04) WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering deems it desirable to permit the development of a hotel on the subject lands, being South Part of Lot 26, Concession 1, (Part 2, 40R-11222), in the City of Pickering; AND WHEREAS an amendment to By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 2498/87, is therefore deemed necessary; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. SCHEDULEI Schedule i attached to this By-law with notations and references shown thereon is hereby declared to be part of this By-law. AREA RESTRICTED The provisions of this By-law shall apply to those lands being South Part of Lot 26, Concession 1, (Part 2, 40R-11222), in the City of Pickering, designated "SC-37" on Schedule I attached to this By-law. 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. DEFINITIONS In this (1) By-law, "Front Yard Depth" shall mean the shortest horizontal dimension of a front yard of a lot between the front lot line and the nearest wall of the nearest main building or structure on the lot; (2) "Hotel" shall mean a building or part of a building for the purpose of providing temporary sleeping accommodations for the travelling public, without a kitchen; (3) (a) (b) "Lot" shall mean an area of land fronting on a street which is used or intended to be used as the site of a building, or a group of buildings, as the case may be, together with any accessory buildings or structures, or a public park or open space area. regardless of whether or not such lot constitutes the whole of a Ioi or block on a registered plan of subdivision; "Lot Coveraqe" shall mean the percentage of lot area covered by all buildings on the lot; (4) (5) "Rear Yard Depth" shall mean the shortest horizontal dimension of a rear yard of a lot between the rear lot line or, where there is no rear lot line, the junction point of the side lot lines, and the nearest wall of the nearest main building or structure on the lot; "Side Yard Width" shall mean the shortest horizontal dimension of a side yard of a lot between the side lot line and the nearest wall of the nearest main building or structure on the lot. 5. PROVISIONS (1) Uses Permitted ("SC-37" Zone) No person shall, within the lands zoned "SC-37" on Schedule I attached to this By-law, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure for any purpose except the following: (a) hotel (2) Zone Requirements ("SC-37" Zone) No person shall within the lands designated "SC-36" on Schedule 1 attached here~[o use any lot or erect, alter or use any building except in accordance with the following provisions: (a) BUILDING RESTRICTIONS (i) Front Yard Depth (minimum): 12.0 metres (ii) East Side Yard Width (minimum): 3.5 metres (iii) West Side Yard Width (minimum): 13.0 metres (iv) Rear Yard Depth (minimum): 4.0 metres (v) Building Height (maximum): 13.0 metres (b) OUTDOOR STORAGE (i) No outdoor storage is permitted in any yard; (c) PARKING REQUIREMENTS (i) (ii) For a hotel use, there shall be provided and maintained on the subject lands a minimum of one parking space per hotel room, plus three additional parking spaces for hotel staff; The minimum perpendicular width of a parking aisle used to gain access to a parking stall shall be 6.0 metres; Clauses 5.21.2a) to 5.21.2c) and 5.21.2e) inclusive, of By-law 3036, shall not apply to the lands zoned "SC-37" on Schedule I attached hereto: (iv) Despite Clauses 5.21.2g) and 5.21.2k) of By-law 3036, all entrance and exits to parking areas and all parking areas shall be surfaced with brick, asphalt, or concrete, or any combination thereof. -3- · (3) Uses Permitted "(H)" Holding Zone (i) Despite the provisions of Clause 5.(1)(a), while the "(H)" holding symbol is in place, no person shall, within the lands zoned "(H)SC-37" on Schedule I attached hereto, use any lot or erect, alter or use any buildings or structure for any purpose a business office and professional office as defined and regulated by By-law 2498/87 (4) Removal of"(H)" Holding Symbol (i) Prior to an amendment to remove the "(H)" - Holding Symbol preceding the "SC-37" zone designation, the owner is required to execute appropriate agreements with and to the satisfaction of the City of Pickering to provide for stormwater management requirements, road improvements and the development of buildings or structures in accordance with the provisions of subsections 5.(1) and 5.(2) of this By-law. BY-LAW 3036 (1) By-law 3036 as amended by By-laws 2498/87, only as it applies to the area zoned "SC-37" on Schedule I to this By-law, is hereby repealed. (2) By-law 3036, as amended, 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. EFFE6TIVE DATE This By-law shall take effect from the day of passing hereof subject to the approval of the Ontario Municipal Board, if required. BY-LAW read a first, second and third time and finally passed this ,2005. day of David Ryan, Mayor Bruce Taylor, Clerk B.F.S. RANSE FART LOT 25 B.i:.C. RANGE ~ ',.. LOT 26 ", SCHEDULE Z TO BY-LAW PASSED THIS DAY OF 20O5 MAYOR CLERK GOLDENRID~E WELRUS STREET SPRUCE GOLD KI NGSTO N --..._._ DUNBARTON C.N,R. 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A 04/04 SUiIE 202 i SUITE 20~ SUITE 205 ~SUITE 207--. ~SU!'~E 209~ SUITE 204 SUITE 206 SUITE 208 2ND TO 4TH FLOOR PLAN ~TI ACHMEN'f #~TO p -0~ REPORi ~r D~~'-- PICKERING INFORMATION REPORT NO. 08-04 FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING OF: June 24, 2004 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 4/04 1612042 Ontario Limited 979 - 983 Kingston Road South Part of Lot 26, Concession 1 Part 2, 40R11222 (East of the Police Credit Union, fronting Sheppard Avenue) City of Pickering 1.0 PROPERTY LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION the subject property is located on the south side of Sheppard Avenue, north of Kingston Road, just east of Merritton Road (see Attachment #1 - Location Map); the subject property fronts onto Sheppard Avenue, has an area of approximately 0.16 hectares, a lot frontage of approximately 33 metres, and is currently vacant; the surrounding land uses are: North CN Railway, Dunbarton Road and Residential East Auto Dealership South Auto Dealership West Residential, Business and Professional Offices Information Report No. 08-04 ATTACHMENT RE~'0R'r ¢' PD./~ "~;' ~ Page 2 2.0 APPLICANTS PROPOSAL the applicant proposes to amend the existing zoning on the subject property to permit a five-storey (approximately 15 metres in height) all suites hotel; - the applicant proposes a total of 34 suites in a total gross floor area of approximately 2345 square metres, and 45 parking spaces to accommodate guests of the hotel; - the proposed suites will contain kitchen facilities and separate bedrooms, thereby allowing hotel guests the opportunity for extended accommodation; - reduced site plans, compiled from the applicant's submitted plans, are provided for information (see Attachments #2 - #8 - Applicant's Submitted Plans). 3.0 3.1 3.2 OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING Durham Reqional Official Plan the Durham Regional Official Plan identifies the subject lands as being within a "Urban Area - Living Area" designation; subject to the inclusion of appropriate provisions and designations in the area municipal official plan, this designation permits special purpose commercial uses serving specialized needs on an occasional basis with services and facilities which consume larger parcels of land and require exposure to traffic such as, and similar in kind to, automotive sales and services, drive-in restaurants, motels, hotels, lumber yards, furniture and major appliance sales; the applicant's proposal appears to comply with this designation; Pickerinq Official Plan the subject property is designated Mixed Use Area - Mixed Corridor within the Dunbarton Neighbourhood - Detailed Review Area; Mixed Use Areas are areas and corridors of development having the highest concentration of activity in the City and the broadest diversity of community services and facilities; permissible uses within this designation are: residential, retailing of goods and services generally serving the needs of the surrounding neighbourhood, offices and restaurants, community, cultural and recreational uses, and special purpose commercial uses; the Pickering Official Plan establishes a maximum Floorspace Index (FSI), being the total building fioorspace divided by total lot area, of up to and including 2.5 FSI for development within a Mixed Use Area - Mixed Corridor; the subject application has a FSI of 1.4; Schedule II of the Pickering Official Plan -"Transportation System" designates Sheppard Avenue where it abuts the subject property as a Local Road; 3£ Information Report No. 08-04 Page 3 3.3 3.4 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Local Roads generally provide access to individual properties, to other local roads and to collector roads; carry local traffic; and generally have a right-of-way of up to 20 metres; the applicant's proposal appears to complywith this designation; Dunbarton Neiqhbourhood the subject property is located within a detailed review area of the Dunbarton neighbourhood; no development guidelines have been prepared for this area of the neighbourhood, however, City Council may adopt development guidelines for any detailed review area identified in the City's Official Plan; Zoninq By-law 3036 - the subject property is currently zoned "SC-12" - Special Commercial Zone by Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 2498,/87; - the current zoning permits the following uses, subject to specific zone requirements: Business Office, and Professional Office - a zoning by-law amendment is required to permit a five-storey hotel. RESULTS OF CIRCULATION Resident Comments - no resident comments have been received to date; Agency Comments - no agency comments have been received to date; Staff Comments - in reviewing the application to-date, planning staff have serious concerns that over-development of the site is proposed; - the following matters will need to be resolved prior to a recommendation report being forwarded to Council for their consideration: compatibility with, and sensitivity to, surrounding existing residential and commercial development; the impact the proposed use / site changes may have on the streetscape, the character of the neighbourhood and on adjacent properties; Information Report No. 08-04 A~ACHMEI~T #_i~TO REPORT # Page · building size, location and materials, massing and height; · traffic generation, adequacy of parking and landscaping insufficient); · fencing and screening; · sun-shade analysis; · proximity of hotel to CNR rail line; · fire protection and access; · overall site design and function; and · permanency of guests staying in the hotel; (current plan - several aspects of this hotel proposal do not meet current City development standards; - the submitted plans will require significant revisions to address the above-noted concerns and may affect the feasibility of the proposal; - this Department will conclude its position on the application after it has reviewed the above-noted staff comments, 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 reserve the option to appeal Council's decision, you must provide comments to the City before Council adopts any by-law for this proposal; - if you wish to be notified of Council's decision regarding this proposal, you must request such in writing to the City Clerk. 6.0 6.1 OTHER INFORMATION Appendix No. I list of neighbourhood residents, community associations, agencies and City Departments that have commented on the applications at the time of writing report; Information Report No. 08-04 Page 5 6.2 Information Received 6.3 - full scale copies of the applicant's submitted plan are available for viewing at the offices of the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department; Property Principal - Zul Jaffer is the principal and agent of 1612042 Ontario Limited. ORIGINAL SIGNED BY ORIGINAL SIGNED BY Perry Korouyenis Planner I PK:ld Attachments Lynda Taylor, MCIP, RPP Manager, Development Review Copy: Director, Planning & Development APPENDIX NO. I'ro INFORMATION REPORT NO. 08-04 COMMENTING RESIDENTS AND LANDOWNERS (1) none received to date; COMMENTING AGENCIES (1) none received to date; COMMENTING CITY DEPARTMENTS (1) Planning & Development Department. Statutory Public Information Meeting Thursday, June 24, 2004 7:00 P.M. PRESENT: Councillor McLean - Chair STAFF: L. Taylor P. Korouyenis D. Kearns - Manager, Development Review - Planner I - Committee Coordinator 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. ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 4/04 1612042 ONTARIO LIMITED 979- 983 KINGSTON ROAD SOUTH PART OF LOT 26, CONCESSION 1 PART 2, 40R-11222 (EAST OF THE POLICE CREDIT UNION~ FRONTING SHEPPARD AVENUE) Perry Korouyenis, Planner I, provided an overview of property location, applicant's proposal and City's official plan policies pertaining to this site, as outlined in Information Report #08/04. Zul Jaffer, agent for 1612042 Ontario Limited, stated his presence to answer questions. Sylvia Spencer, 771 Sheppard Avenue, questioned whether or not Sheppard Avenue is to be eliminated, are traffic lights to be installed, would a failed hotel be subject to rezoning and are these lands part of historic trespass roads. She stated that this hotel is not local but migratory. She further questioned why the applicant would build a hotel beside a 24-hour rail track and what is the parking by-law for this area. Don Gleed, 1754 Appleview Road, questioned why the applicant would want to build a hotel in an area with no major road visibility. He stated that this building would be too close to the railway and it is not wanted in their neighbourhood. He requested to see a market study and questioned what the room rates would be, if they have any other similar hotels and what is the success level. He stated that this is nothing more than a transient flop house. - ! -' Statutory Public Information Meeting Thursday, June 24, 2004 LT'~,C~{~,~E~!7/,~. 5 TO 7:00 P.M, 10. 11. 12. 13. Wilma Flavell, 734 Sheppard Avenue, concurred with the neighbours remarks. She questioned why individuals would come to Pickering to stay for an extended length of time in a hotel. She suggested that this facility is not to be used for the purpose stated but for a rooming house. Sherrie Gleed, 1754 ApPleview Road, advised that the zoning by-law states that whatever is built must be serviceable to the area, which this is not, this is for transient individuals. Alison Wheeler, 1042 Dunbarton Road, stated that the traffic is already congested in this area. She questioned the need for another hotel in Pickering and advised that she does not want transients near her daughter. Mike Atkinson, 1742 Appleview Road, advised that this is an inappropriate application for the area, it could be dangerous for the children, would affect the enjoyment of the area and will bring transients to the neighbourhood. Vern Bruce, 975 Merritton Road, stated that this application is not in keeping with and would not be an asset to the area. All newly built structures are no more than two stories and this would overshadow the neighbouring homes by four stories. This building will do nothing for the value of homes or enjoyment of the residents. Boyd Penny, 1062 Dunbarton Road, stated his concern with the use and the safety of the children and the nursery school. This would be a blight to the neighbourhood and will overshadow everyone's view. Resident, 975 Merritton Road, advised that the trees on the applicant's property act as a sound barrier but will have to be removed due to the location of the building. She stated that the hotel would be six feet from the property line and would block the sun from their property. This building would be located on Merritton Road not Kingston Road as stated, therefore the address should be amended. She advised of her concern with respect to increased traffic and the danger to hotel customers if a train derailment or a fire occurs. Joe Murray, 1751 Appleview Road, advised that the historic value of Dunbarton Village is still there but wilt be dramatically affected by a five storey building. Scott Currie, 1738 Appleview Road, stated his strong support of previous comments. He advised of his concern for the children and the drastic impact on the neighbourhood. He suggested that if this application is approved and this building is constructed he will probably move. He stated that families may move to this location and children will need to go to school, has the City planned for this. 2 38 HCKERING Statutory Public Information Meeting Thursday, June 24, 2004 ..... , ..... ,,,,..,, ~- 'm7'00 P.M. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. ill} Sylvia Spencer, 771 Sheppard Avenue, questioned if statistics have been gathered concerning grass fires, has there been any talk about terrorism and has Ontario Power Generation made comment concerning this issue, and if hockey tournaments are booked, where would buses park. Jane & Deno D'Alessandro, 924 Dunbarton Road, questioned if the applicant has any other hotel suites and what is the success level. Rick Thom, 1723 Dunchurch Street, stated his support of 'all comments and suggested that there must be a better use for this site. The density and development is too high for this location. Paul DaPrato, 1746 Appleview Road, stated that the area residents have beautifully landscaped their properties which has increased their value but this will change with the construction of a hotel. Councillor McLean, questioned if soil samples have been taken to indicate support of this structure. Zefer Jaffer, thanked the residents for coming out to the meeting and voicing their concerns. He advised that he travels with business and often stays in this type of hotel. Zul Jaffer, agent for 1612042 Ontario Limited, stated that traffic will not be generated from this site and will not go into neighbourhood as there is no access to Appleview Road. This hotel is not for transients or families but for business professionals. He advised that if the trees must be removed, landscaping will be done and other trees will be planted. He further stated that parking will not be enclosed as the lot slopes and this will create below and above ground level parking. He advised that they do not have this type of hotel in Ontario but out west, but he did provide locations of suites hotels in Markham. Don Gleed, 1754 Appleview Road, questioned if this hotel would be booked through a central booking area and would it be leased to a chain hotel. He again requested seeing a market study and asked what the room rates would be. He further advised that hotels along Kingston Road are very busy with transients. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m. -3- WI~W. Mb,.X.-F~.CI~L.CO ~ DR. VliN DR. HOWA D I, HOLM DR.. BR!, N J.. FREUND JUN 1 DR. CHI<HIA O~L ~ M~XILLOF~CI~L ~RGEO~' 944 HERRI~ON RO~D, ~UITE 100, PICKERING, ONTARIO, ~NADA UV 1B1 TEL: (905)~7-1500 FAX: (905)837-1703 ~.HAX-FACIAL.COM RECEIVED CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING. AHD DEVELOF'MENT DEPARTMENT 15 June, 2004 Mr. Peter Korouyenis Platmer Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, ON LIV 6K7 Re.: 979-983 Kingston Road Dear Mr. Korouyenis, We have received Notice of Public Meeting for the zoning amendment of the above address. Sadly, this is the first time that the surgeons in this office have heard of this application and I am unable to attend the hearing as I wilt be out of town. As we will be directly impacted by this proposed change I am completely surprised at the lack of transparency in the process which is diametrically opposed to the process undertaken by the impending car dealerships next door. Our neighbours have informed me of the detailed plans for this property, and I must inform you that we are distressed. First and foremost, when we came to the Planner's Office to propose our building o'¢er ten years ago, we were assured that the 'Merritton Development Area" was intended to promote an upscale professional milieu: Briscoe Real Estate, The Police Credit Union and our office were exemplaw of the implementation of the plan. It is inconceivable that a hotel as described will be able to do anything but ruin the traffic flow and utilization of this area. Frankly, we fear for the security of our property when there are people occupying this area at night. On a more foreboding note, we question the business model of the developer. This hotel will not be on a major thoroughfare and will have no way of providing adequate signage. There are no tourist sites of note in the vicinity. Where will the cliemele come from and why will they occupy this particular facility? Secondly, as a suites only hotel with kitchen facilities in each unit, there will be residents. With virtually no green space, where are these residents expected to occupy themselves. This Merritton Area was not intended for residential use of any sort and we oppose changes to facilitate it. Finally, the lot involved is small. The planned structure is too large. The parking seems woefully inadequate, especially with expectation of residential type use. Our office was- held to considerably tighter standards by the planning office and I expect the same standard applied to the new applicant. In summary, Mr. Korouyenis, we oppose this application on the grounds that the "Special Commercial Zone" should not be amended in general without a worthy project that enhances this area and that this specific, severely flawed project should be rejected outright as over-development of a limited property in a manner that is inconsistent with the neighbourhood and that will be deleterious to the area. In accordance with the Planning Act we formally request with this letter that we be kept aware of any decisions related to this property and we reserve the option to appeal a decision by the City of Pickering. Sincerily vour~ Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Pickering Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Group Korouyenis, Perry ATTACHMENT #...~7 TO Page 1 of 1 From: AWheeler@syntax.net Sent: June 21,2004 11:08 AM To: Korouyenis, Perry Subject: Information Report No. 08-04 Good morning. As a resident of Dunbarton Road I was very concerned to see the application for change in zoning to allow for a 5 story hotel to be built within eyesight of my home. I am already dealing with the following issues: - Dunbarton Road has become a cut through for cars not wanting to go 40KM on Fairport. The speeds reached by these cars are often 60KM without any thought to the children living on this road. I have been at this location for 4 years and have yet to see a speed trap or any attempt by the city to stop this practice on a residential road. - Some of the older row homes (some being rentals) on the road have clear by-law violations and yet after repeated complaints the city has done nothing to correct the problems. Rental homes that have been painted in the past are peeting away and yet nothing is done. Farm equipment that is clearly not functioning remains on site, as an eyesore for everyone else. - The owner of the old Dunbar home is running a landscape business from his home and the city will not do anything about it. He is hiding behind a building permit (and laughing about that to his friends). Some of his items: - he has a cherry picker in his front yard - it hasn't moved in months and would be used for tree trimming etc. not his addition - he is storing piles of leftover interlock brick in his front yard for all to view - he has a sign up at the convenience store at the corner of Fairport and Hwy 2 advertising dirt for sale (busy again in landscaping) - nothing has happened on his addition for over 6 months. He has no plans to finish as he is busy with landscaping and doesn't want the permit to ever end. - I have no issue with him running a business but I do take issue with the mess that he keeps his home. I have my home listed for sale as I am sick of the lack of action on the part of the city. I am paying a significant amount in taxes and feel that the city should be acting when by-laws are broken. Everyone that has seen my house has the same concerns - the row houses and the state that they are in as well as what is going on with the street (zoning)! Adding a 5 story hotel will only add to the eyesores. This was supposed to be a upscale subdivision and yet there doesn't appear to be any effort to insure that it stays that way. I will be attending the meeting to express my concern over adding to an already stressed residential neighborhood. Alison Wheeler 1042 Dunbarton Road Pickering awheeler1218@rogers.com Perry Korouyenis Pickering Civic Complex One Esplanade Pickering, ON LIV 6k7 Dear Mr. Korouyenis, I am writing to express our concern regarding the proposed zoning change to allow a 5- storey hotel in our neighbourhood. The proposal is totally unacceptable for a number of reasons: 1. A structure of 5 storeys for any purpose is not in keeping with the neighbourhood. 2. A hotel of any size in this location is not an acceptable use of the property. The property is not situated near any business centre. What type of clientele is this hotel trying to cater to? Is this not some sort of high density, low income housing in disguise? The community plan does not call for this t)q~c of development. Let's keep it that way. 3. Recent development in the area, including the Volvo dealership at the comer of Fairport and Kingston Rd has already caused a change in traffic flow. A development such as the one proposed (housing, even for transient residents) will only se~we to exacerbate the problem. We could add several other reasons such as proximity of the site to the CN tracks, and the creation of an eyesore for residents of Dunbarton Rd and Appleview Rd. In sunnnary, however, it is quite clear that this proposal is a bad one for the community. Please stop it. Sincerely, Joan_ne and Glen Shaw 938 Dunbarton Rd Pickering, ON L 1V 1 G8 905-839-1597 CC: Bill McLean Local Councillor Mark Holland Regional Councillor David Ryan Mayor City of Pickering Planning & Development Department Pickering Civics Complex One the Esplanade Pickering ON L 1V 6K7 1062 Dunbarton Rd Pickering ON L1V1 G8 June 19, 2004 R c vsd- CITY OF PICKERiNG PLANNING AND ~,...DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Dear Sir/Madam, Re Information Report 08-04, Zoning By-Law Amendment Application A 4/04, South Part of Lot 26, Concession 1 Part 2, 40R11222 We would like to lodge an official comment against the proposed amendment to existing zoning. We believe there are numerous important and serious issues regarding this proposal. A height of five stories is inconsistent with other 'buildings along that section of' Kingston Rd.. Not only would it be unsightly from Kingston Rd but also be a visual eyesore for many residents living north of the CNR rail line. The City of Pickering has made numerous efforts to maintain the charm and character of historic Dunbarton Village. In recent years there have decisions regarding street lights, power lines and housing development (on the original Dunbarton estate) to complement and maintain the integrity of the Village. Construction of any building more than two stories would be visible from the yards and windows of many residents living in Dunbarton Village and adjacent neighbours of Appleview and Dunbarton. In fact, the proposed structure would be the focal point on the horizon as one entered the Village, hardly an endorsement of preserving our history and culture. Only a few years ago, when we constructed our garage we were requested by the City to preserve all trees (and with which we willingly complied) so as not to negatively impact the integrity of the neighbourhood. It does not seem reasonable to now allow this commercial blight to encroach the residential area north of the rail line. The elevated CNR line currently serves as a barrier, albeit a noisy barrier (in of itself), to "protect" the residential neighbourhood, both visually and audibly, from the traffic and business of Kingston Rd.. Approval of the proposed an~endment would, in essence, remove the obstacle and bring the presence and attributes of Kingston Rd to our front lawns. In summary, we are against the proposed amendment. Sincerely,~ ,.: ;/..7' ~?' Boyd Perm3' Nancy Penn3, Korouyenis, Perry Page 1 of 1 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Importance: mominthekitchen [mominthekitchen@hotmail.com] June 22, 2004 2:26 PM Korouyenis, Perry mominthekitchen@hotmail.com Zoning By -Law'Amendment Application A 4/04 1612042 Ontario Limited ( 5 stow hotel on Merritton Road) High Vernon Bruce 975 Merritton Rd Pickering. 22nd June 2004 905-839-1943 City Of Pickering Perry Korouyenis As adjacent property owner I have serious concerns that the over development of this property is being proposed. The proposal of a 5 story hotel is not in keepin§ with the area, and may devalue surrounding residential properties. A 5 floor hotel approximately 50 feet height, would totally over shadow my home from the east side and eliminate all privacy to my property. There will be approximately 9 feet between my home and this proposed hotel. Fire protection and access is also a concern because of the underground parking ( car fires) The entrance to the underground parking is located on the south side of the building with no access to Kingston Road. The proposal of suits with complete kitchens, also brings concerns of guests living on a permanent bases, turning this into a boarding house/apartment. On the west side of the site are mature trees which would have to be cut down to accommodate the hotel. The trees act as a natural air filter and sound barrier from the CN and Go trains as well as the constant flow of traffic on the 401 and Kingston Road The traffic volume would be dramatically increased on Merritton Road which now serves the Volvo and Saturn dealerships, as well as the Police Credit Union, Century 21 and The Medical Center and my residence. Soon we will have Heritage Ford and Volvo also making their home at the intersection of Merritton and Kingston Road. With the Ford and Volvo development the access from Fairport Road to Merritton has been closed on a permanent basis, leaving the only way in and out of Merritton via Kingston Road, with no traffic lights on to a busy highway. Vernon Bruce ,motel by police credit union Korouyenis, Perry Page 1 of 2 From: Sent: To: Cc: CustomerCare Web Email June 24, 2004 2:58 PM Korouyenis, Perry McLean, Bill, Councillor Subject: FW: motel by police credit union Good afternoon Perry, As per Councillor McLean's request, could you please include Mr. & Mrs. Eickmeier's concerns in the application file. Thank you Perry, your assistance is appreciated. Chyrel ..... Original Message ..... From: McLean, Bill, Councillor Sent: June 24, 2004 2:50 PH 70: Hike Eickmeier Cc: CustomerCare Web Email Subject: RE: motel by police credit union Thank you for the e mail and I will forxvard this onto our planning staff to be included with the application ..... Original Message ..... From: Mike Eickmeier [maitto:donvalley(/~hotmail.com] Sent: Thu 24/06/2004 12:50 To: McLean, Bill, Cotmcillor Cc: Subject: motel by police credit union Dear Mr. Mclean City Councillor Ward 2 As new residents to Goldenridge Rd in Picketing, we are extremely concerned with the news that a motel may be built very close to our home. The home that we recently purchased is a custom home that compliments the other custom homes on the street. Building a five story motel so close to us would undoubtedly decrease the value of these homes. We understood that the Dunbarton area of Pickering was an established area and no mention of hotels or motels were ever mentioned to us. Please reconsider the request for rezoning and vote no. Yours Truly Nancy & Mike Eic 'kmeier 165 Goldearidge Rd Pickering, Ontario L 1V-7J5 905-420-0414 Attention Needed for council meeting June 24 Page 1 of 2 ,1¢ Korouyenis, Perry From: CustomerCare Web Email Sent: June 24, 2004 3:01 PM To: Korouyenis, Perry Subject: FW: Attention Needed for council meeting June 24 Good afternoon Perry, As discussed could you please include the concerns listed below in the file. Thank you. Chyrel ..... Original Message ..... From: josephine freeman [mailto:jmf934{~hotmail.com] Sent: Thu 24/06/2004 09:58 To: McLean, Bill, Councillor Ce: Subject: Attention Needed for council meeting June 24 To City of Pickering Mayor, City council and all concerned This is in response to the proposed Rezoning- By Law Amendment application A/4/04 1612042 Ontario Limited 979-983 Kingston Road South pall of lot 26 concession 1 part 2, 40R11222 .This applicattion is strongly opposed by myself Josephine Freeman and Smith Purchase Residents of 934 Dunbarton Road. _Over development of the property is being proposed _Not at all in keeping with the area and surrounding conununity _Value loss on our property due to the overshadowing building that will be our view from our home we purchased only 2 years ago. The Pickering Offical Plan states the mixed use area is desig-ned to allow services & facilities that will serve the surrounding neighbourgood the purposed use of this property does in no way serve our neighbourhood. There are many other options that would be of a much greater benefit to the neighbourhood, area, and Picketing as a whole. Durham Regional Offical Plan States. On occasion services which consume larger parcels of land which require exposure ot traffic may be given extra consideration. This property is at the end of MERRITTON ROAD not on Kfi~gston Road a dead end street not directly accessible to a main street. The propert cannot be considered large enough when the plan calls for undergroung parking. In closing this type ofbuisness is not what is needed to bring what is best for the area and for Pickering as a beautiful yotmg ciD,, Please plan what is best for the future of all our residents. thank-you Josephine Freeman & Smith Purchase MSN Premium: Up to 11 personalized e-mail addresses and 2 months FREE* htt¢~._ ://j oin.msn.com/?_pamarket=-en- The Regional Municipality of Durham Planning DeDar~ment 1615 DUNDAS ST. E. 4TM FLOOR, LANG TOWER WEST BUILDING PO BOX 623 WHITBY ON L1N 6A3 CANADA 905-728-7731 Fax: 905-436-6612 Ernaii: planning~ region.durham.on.ca www. Fegion.durne, m.on.ca .L. Georgieff, r'¢,OiR RPP Corn m~ss~oner of Planning July 6, 2004 FIE Ci 'lt V F.. D JUL 0 7 2004, Perry Korouyenis, Planner I Planning & DevelOpment Department One the Esplanade Pick~ering, Ontario L1V 6K7 CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Dear Mr. Korouyenis: Re: Zoning Amendment Application A 4/04 Applicant: Zul Jaffer on behalf of 1,612042 Ontario Limited Location: Part of Lot 26, Concession 1 979-983 Kingston Road Municipality: City of Pickering We have'reviewed this application and the following comments are offered. The application proposes to rezone the subject property to permit a five- storey all suites hotel. Durham Regional Official Plan The subject lands are designated "Living Area" in the Durham Regional Official Plan. Special purpose commercial uses, including hotels', are permitted within this designation. The proposal would be permitted by the policies of the Durham Regional Official plan. Municipal Servicing Municipal water supply and sanitary sewer service are available to the subject property, An approximate 110 metre extension of the.existing sanitary sewer along S'heppard Avenue is required to service the property. The cost of extending the sewer service will be at full cost to the applicant. Durham's Community Strategic Plan (CSP) A strategic objective of the CSPis to facilitate the development of the Region's tourism facilities, including addressing the needs for hospitality facilities, to make Durham a tourist destination. The proposal is consistent with this objective. "Service Excellence for Ou~. Oomrntmities" ~'T~,.,~EN'~ # /:~ _ To fEPOR~ ¢' PD~ Page 2 · Provincial Plan Review Responsibilities The application has been screened in accordance with the provincial plan review resPonsibilities. The subject site appears to be used for the storage of motor vehicles and is located in proximity to major road and rail transportation corridors. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment should be completed to satisfy the municipality that the environmental condition of the site is suitable for the proposed use. 'No further provincial interests appear to be affected by the proposal. If you have any questions or require additional information, please call me. Yours truly, Ray Davies, Planner Plan Implementation Ourrent Operations Branoh cc. Pete Castellan, Durham Region Works Department R:\rd~oning\picKedng aO4-O4.doc Korouyenis, Perry From: Sent: To: Subject: Geoff. Woods@cn.ca June 24, 2004 12:29 PM Korouyenis, Perry Proposed rezoning, 979-983 Kingston Road (File No. A 4/04) Perry: We have the followin9 comments: 1. The O~er is required to insert the following warning clause in all development agreements and include in a Noise Impact Statement: "Warning: Canadian National Railway Company or its assigns or successors in interest has or have a right-of-way within 300 metres from the land the subject hereof. There may be alterations to or expansions of the rail facilities on such right-of-way in the future including the possibility that the railway or its assigns or successors as aforesaid may expand its operations, which expansion may affect the living environment of the residents in the vicinity, noswithstandin9 the inclusion of any noise and vibration attenuating measures in the design of the development and individual dwelling(s). CN will not be responsible for any complaints or claims arising from use of such facilities and/or operations on, over or under the aforesaid right-of-way." We strongly recommend that the Owner engage a consultant to undersake an analysis of noise and vibration and provide abatement measures necessary to achieve the maximum level limits set by the Ministry of Environment. We request notice of Council's decision. Regards, Geoff Woods, B.E.S. Development Review Coordinator CN Railway Properties 1 Administration Road Concord ON LAK lB9 Tel.: 905-760-5007, Fax: 905-760-5010 VERiDIAN CONNECTIONS F;5'0i~3 ~;' PD /~; - C:'._~_ ............. 55 Taunton Road East RECEIVED Al.,, ON L1T 3V3 JUL 1 4 200/+ CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT FAX TRANSMISSION TEL 90~ 427~9870 EXT 3247 FAX 905 619-0210 www,veddian.on.ca To: Petty Korouyenis Fax: 905-420-7648 Company: City of Picketing Date: July 14, 2004 From: Donna FtJzeell c: Re: ZulJaffer or* Behalf of 1612042 Ontario Ltd. Pages: 3 979 - 983 1,2ingston Road A 4/04 Development application review - xrrached. RECEIVED VERiDIAN CONNECTIONS JUL 14200~ Dlg'VELOPM]gNT AI'~ISLICATION ~EW GITY Off ¢IGKERING P~NNING & DEVELOPMENT , ID. Electric Service i* available on the road allo~;ance(s) touch.~g r.~s Se~mg ~ll be ~om Pl12058 on north dde ofprope~. The appScan[ must pra~de accommodation on site for d~e Co~omUan'~ · outdoor p~dmount ~ a 5m X 6m de~r area . Esm~tcd total per u~t - mbc d~tenmed~ ~e AppBcant must proxdde a coat*em encased mldeegro~d duct sysmm ~kom a mpp¢ point ~t P112058 to a ~msfo~cr loc~don on the The App~cmr must pay costs to supply ~d msrall ~dergro~ se~c~ cables along the mum off4, above. ~e faBo*~g s*mdard fi~ed fee costa ~ apply (~ fi~es a~e approximate): Semce Connection Fcc ~1~0.00 pc~ mr T~ms~o~er Cost - Amount to ha deta~ed, Th~ AppSc~nt mu~t mak= ~ecr app~cafion to ~: Corparafio~ to ob~ ~ec~c app~ovM of the ele~c~ ~ceomend~ ,o co.o~ate se~ce det~s. ~e app~c~t is canfi~ned that /~der~, con~act~, ~ wa*k ~om the p~b~c road a~mce m ~ s~ce m~ance and ~*e mete~g a~mgemcnts must comply m~ fl~e Co~omfian's zeq~m~ts ~d upe~c~fion~. Pdo~ to ~er~g my new se~cc, ~e A~p~cant ~t~ apply to ~e Co~omfon's Custom~ C~c to opm ~ ~ez~ accost. An mer~ deposk cs~sted m~t be po~[~d md m~t~cd on accost ar d,m~ed, Pfio= to obt~{~g a b~g pe~ ~ AppOint uh~ by a~eemcn~ confi~ acceptance of ~e te~s ~nd con,dons af pxo~g elect~c~ se~cc. 5£ Page 2 VERDP, N CONNECTIONS DEVELOPlffENT APPLICATION 1 I. ~e ~mes o~ ma~al h~nflling e~ or wa~er~ m~t work m ~ ~ c~pab~ of contact o~ co~g ~i~ ~h~ ~ts of ,ppzoa~, ~e dev~ope~/h~der sh~ p*y ~1 =ost~ 13, W~ not attend schcd~d CiW of Picke~g D~T M~=fing fo~ ~s dev~opmcnt. 14. Vcfidia~ Co~ccfiona Ms no objection to ~e proposed development` Plca~c fo~d a copy of ir~t t~b~fiofl ci~ desi~ so ~at Vcfi~an Co~:~ons ~y pr~p=e m elec~=l desi~ md an Offe~ to Se~ice. EtcC~c~ dra~gs ~c xeq~red (3/6) mon~s prior to elec~cal ~g date, Technic'A Representative - Terence Butler Telephone 427-9870 Ext. 4508 Form # - EC0003 Rev. Dste: Apzil 13, 2004 PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM June 23,2004 To: From: Subject: Perry Korouyenis Planner I Robert Starr Supervisor, Development Control Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 4~04 - Zul Jaffer on behalf of 1612042 Ontario Limited - 979- 983 Kingston Road (Sheppard Ave.) - City of Pickering We have reviewed the above-noted application and provide the following comments: 1) A stormwater management report will be required for this development. A storm sewer does not exist within the street fronting this property and a storm system will be required to accommodate this site. Quality, quantity and erosion controls must be addressed. Drainage to Amberlea Watercourse will need to control post development flows to pre- development levels. 2) Access to the site will be from Sheppard Ave. The present situation of Sheppard Ave. leading into the driveway of the car dealership will need to be corrected so that traffic is not directed to their Kingston Road access. A permanent turning circle will be required to be constructed having a minimum curb line radius of 12.5 metres and a property line radius to be determined by the City. The existing road allowance can be used, however, any additional lands required'" w,,, be from the applicant. These lands would need to be conveyed to the City and dedicated as road, following completion of the works. The portion of Sheppard Ave. east of Merritton Road will need to be upgraded to a full load standard. Urbanization and/or the extent of road improvements required to be completed by the applicant will need to be determined by the City. Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 4/04 Zul Jaffer on behalf of 1612042 Ontario Limited June 23,2004 Page 2 3) 4) A preliminary grading and drainage plan is required to be submitted for review to ensure that the proposed development can be accommodated without adversely affecting the adjacent properties. The off-site works required to be completed by this project will need to be addressed in a development agreement between the owner and the City. Robert Starr RS:bg Copy: Coordinator, Development Approvals Development Control inspector ATTACHMENT # /~ TO Notice of a Public Meetin.q to be held Thursday, June 24th~ 2004 at 7:00 p.m. Pickering Civic Complex- Council Chambers One the Esplanade, Picketing, L1V 6K7 for the following Planning Applications File Type & Number Owner / Applicant Official Plan Amendment Application (A 4/04) Zul Jaffer on behalf of 1612042 Ontario Limited Property Location 979 - 983 Kingston Road Proposal Reports Submitted with the Application Written Information Available To amend the zoning on the subject property to permit a five storey all suites hotel. No reports submitted with application. Information Report available from the office of the City Clerk on or after June 18th, 2004 and at the Information Meeting Last Date for Comment Planning Contact Pickering Official Plan Designation Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 2498/97 To receive notice of future meetings on this matter July 2, 2004 Perry Korouyenis, Planner 1 Tel.' 905-420-4660, extension 2194 Fax: 905-420-7648 "Mixed Use Area" - Mixed Corridor within the Dunbarton Neighbourhood - Detailed Review Area 'SC - 12 ' - Special Commercial Zone Write to, the City Clerk, Mr. Bruce Taylor, at the address above; OR E-mail: btaylor~cit¥, pickerin.q.on.ca Public Meeting Notice Page 2 Planning Act Requirements Date of this Notice Fire Department comments Dated: Monday, June 14, 2004 If you wish to reserve the option to appeal a decision of the City of Pickering, you must provide oral comments at the public meeting, or written comments to the City before Council adopts any zoning by-law for this proposal. If you wish to be notified of the adoption of an official plan amendment or the passing of a zoning by-law respecting the proposed applications, you must make a written request to the City Clerk If you wish to be notified of the decision of the Region of Durham with respect to the proposed amendment to the official plan, you must make a written request to the Commissioner of Planning, Region of Durham Planning Department. May 28,2004 The Pickering Fire Service has the following concern. Understanding the proposed building may have as many as thirty four (34) units having provisions for long term living with an unspecified occupant load. & The proposed building may abut properties owned by Canadian National Railways, presently used to transport certain commodities, which, if accidentally spilled or catch fire via derailment may cause personal injury or full-scale evacuation of the area. It may be viewed, that the municipality may have to provide short-term accommodations for people involved in any such evacuation. Therefore, it may be expected that the City bear some of the costs for transporting and accommodating people in situations noted within. Further: Thereo,"~'"',u~,,~,'~'~ be an adequate set back from the building to the right of way to Canadian National Rail Lines exceeding the minimum standard 30 meters (100 feet). Consideration should be given to the construction of a "Berm" or sound attenuation wall between the right of way and the proposed building. The site should be configured so that people evacuating the building can do so in a safe and efficient manner, so as not to negotiate any barriers. The Pickering Fire Service reserves the opportunity to make further comment at the time of "Site Plan Review" ATTACHMENT# /"7 TO REPORT # PD. /~.. ,'-0 ~ OPERATIONS & EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT MUNICIPAL PROPERTY & ENGINEERING DIVISION MEMORANDUM September 10, 2004 To: From: Subject: Perry Korouyenis Planner 1 Richard Holborn, P. Eng. Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering Zoning By-law Amendment Application A4/04 161 2042 Ontario Limited 979- 983 Kingston Road The Municipal Property & Engineering Division has completed its review of the above noted Zoning By-law Amendment Application to permit a five storey, 34 suite all suites hotel fronting Sheppard Avenue and provide the following comments: In order to properly service the site, upgrades to Sheppard Avenue and Merritton Road are required. Currently, storm sewers are not available to the site to allow for adequate drainage and storm water management. Sheppard Avenue and Merritton Road require to be urbanized to provide adequate transportation network, street lighting and sidewalks. 2. The impact of the traffic generated by the site on the intersection of Kingston Road and Merritton Road is to be assessed by the Region of Durham. o A storm water management report is required to support the proposed development. The report is to address how increased run off will be mitigated, and how pre-development rates can be achieved as this site drains into Amberlea Creek. RH:ds Copy: Director, Operations & Emergency Services Technician, Design & Construction h\S ITE PLAN~A4-04.doc RECOMMENDATION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY That the request made by T. Spring, be APPROVED, to permit the division of the subject lands, being Part 2, 40R-20388 (known as 1839 Pine Grove Avenue), by land severance rather than a plan of subdivision, subject to Rockwood Drive being extended through the subject lands in a north-south direction. PICKERING REPORT TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Report Number: PD 15-05 Date: April 8, 2005 6 From: Neil Carroll Director, Planning & Development Subject: Request for Council's Permission to Develop by Land Severance Tania Spring 1839 Pine Grove Avenue Part of Lot 6, Plan 282, & Part of the Road Allowance between Lot 34 & 35 (Part 2, Plan 40R-20388) City of Pickering Recommendation: That the request made by T. Spring, be APPROVED, to permit the division of the subject lands, being Part 2, 40R-20388 (known as 1839 Pine Grove Avenue), by land severance rather than a plan of subdivision, subject to Rockwood Drive being extended through the subject lands in a north-south direction. Executive Summary: The subject property is located on the east side of Pine Grove Avenue opposite Valley Ridge Crescent, backing onto the terminuses of Rockwood Drive (see Location Map, Attachment #1). The applicant requests approval to sever a lot off Rockwood Drive or off Pine Grove Avenue (see Tania Spring's Letter, Attachment #2). The subject property is capable of being divided into more than three additional lots; consequently, Council's approval is required for development to proceed by land severances. The Highbush Neighbourhood Plan requires Council to consider a new road connection between Woodview Avenue and Pine Grove Avenue through the review of development proposals. The subject property has been identified as the last opportunity to provide an east-west road linkage over an undeveloped portion of land between Woodview Avenue and Pine Grove Avenue. Through a review of the development potential of the area, vehicular and pedestrian movements, vegetation, and previous residents' comments on the need for a road connection, it has been determined that an east-west road linkage through this property is not necessary. It is recommended that the applicant's request to develop the subject lands by land severance be approved, as all requirements of the City can be appropriately addressed through conditions of severance approval, including the extension/connection of Rockwood Drive. Report PD 15-05 Subject: Request for Council's Permission to Develop Lands by Land Severance Date: April 8, 2005 Page 2 Financial implications: proposed development. No direct costs to the City are anticipated as a result of the 1.0 1.1 !.2 Background Background Information The subject property is located on the east side of Pine Grove Avenue opposite Valley Ridge Crescent, in the Highbush Neighbourhood. The subject property and the surrounding area are zoned for Iow-density residential development. Currently, the north portion of Rockwood Drive terminates at the rear of the subject property and the middle portion of Rockwood Drive (extending from Prohill Street) ends at the southeast corner of the property (see Location Map, Attachment #1 ). History of Connecting Pine Grove Avenue and Woodview Avenue The Highbush Neighbourhood Map of the Pickering Official Plan shows Rockwood Drive to be completed in a north-south direction (see Approved Highbush Neighbourhood Map Attachment #4). In addition to requiring the north-south connection of Rockwood Drive, one of the policies in the Highbush Neighbourhood Plan requires City Council to: "through the review of development proposals and in consultation with landowners and surrounding residents, endeavour to provide a new local road connection between Woodview Avenue and Pine Grove Avenue" Section 11.12 (b) of the City of Pickering Official Plan The issue of connecting Pine Grove Avenue and Woodview Avenue was considered in the 1990's when the proposed Pickering Official Plan identified a future road connection between the two streets in the vicinity of 1819 Pine Grove Avenue (south of the subject property). The Neighbourhood Map (see Proposed Highbush Neighbourhood Map (1996), Attachment #3)identified a future "through road" connection which was intended to provide an additional east-west road linkage in this area. As a result of neighbourhood opposition, this specific east-west "through road" linkage was deleted from the Neighbourhood Map in the approved Pickering Official Plan (see Attachment#4); however, text wording pertaining to the potential achievement of a road connection was added or revised. As a result, when the owner (Spring) severed one lot from the south-west corner of the subject property through LD 199/00 five years ago, the City required the lot configuration to provide for a possible future east-west road connection. The owner now desires to develop the subject property without an east-west road connection between Pine Grove Avenue and Rockwood Drive. Report PD 15-05 Subject: Request for Council's Permission to Develop Lands by Land Severance Date: April 8, 2005 Page 3 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.3 Discussion Completing the north-south Connection of Rockwood Drive is a Priority Through discussions with various City Departments, it has been determined that the completion of Rockwood Drive in a north-south direction is a priority for the proper development of this area, especially for fire safety and other emergency access purposes. It is recommended that in order for the City to support any development on the subject lands, the north-south connection of Rockwood Drive must be completed through conditions of any development approvals. An east-west Road Linkage is Not Necessary The subject property provides the last opportunity over undeveloped land for an east-west road connection between Rockwood Drive and Pine Grove Avenue. Through discussion with City Departments, it has been determined that an east-west road linkage is not required for the proper development of this area, as discussed further in the following sections. Traffic on the collector roads is well below capacity · It is anticipated that most vehicles will continue to use the collector roads (Pine Grove Avenue, Woodview Avenue, Hogarth Street and Waterford Gate) to reach arterial roads (Finch Avenue, Altona Road, and Sheppard Avenue/ Twyn Rivers Drive). Both Pine Grove Avenue and Woodview Avenue are operating well below capacity. ° The immediate and surrounding areas are Iow-density residential with few lots left to develop. No significant growth is anticipated in this area that would impact the existing collector roads. An east-west road linkaqe would not benefit local vehicular traffic ° An east-west road connection at this location may promote cut-through traffic via Rockwood Drive and Prohill Street, and only benefit those traveling between the Valley Ridge subdivision (west of Pine Grove Avenue) and Waterford Gate. · The only potential benefiting road connection, from a traffic engineering perspective, would be the extension of Waterford Gate to Pine Grove Avenue, but land acquisition requirements hinder this connection. Further, this type of local road connection is not required to provide additional capacity. An east-west Pedestrian Walkway in Lieu of a Road is Not Recommended · An east-west pedestrian walkway connection through the subject lands was considered in lieu of a road connection. However, without a similar connection between Woodview Avenue and Oakburn Street, there would be no benefit for students whose destination is the school or park on West Creek Drive. Report PD 15-05 Subject: Request for Council's Permission to Develop Lands by Land Severance Date: April 8, 2005 Page 4 '3.0 · This walkway would be approximately 130 metres in length while most walkways in Pickering are between 30 metres and 45 metres in length. This may present significant lighting and visibility concerns while trying to provide a safe pedestrian environment. · The walkway would be crossing a large expanse (approximately 80 metres) of undeveloped rear yard area. This may present grading and drainage issues in order to maintain the walkway at a suitable grade. · The existing sidewalks are located on the west side of Pine Grove Avenue and the east side of Rockwood Drive. Therefore, a walkway through this site would not connect directly to the existing sidewalk system. City's Interests to be Addressed Throuqh Conditions of Land Severance The Pickering Official Plan requires any ownership of land that is capable of being divided into more than three additional lots to be developed by plan of subdivision, except where it is demonstrated to Council's satisfaction that a plan of subdivision is neither appropriate nor necessary, in which case Council may authorize development to proceed by land severance. The City's requirements respecting development of the subject lands will be addressed through conditions of any future land severance applications. Among other conditions, the owner will be required to enter into an appropriate development agreement with the City, to address matters typically included in subdivision agreements such as, but not limited to, parkland dedication, conveyance(s), the construction of services, lot grading and drainage, driveway locations, easements, utilities, boulevard trees, cost sharing, and securities. As a condition of development the owner will be required to construct Rockwood Drive through the subject lands and the easterly abutting Block 41, Plan 40M-1739 to connect the existing two segments of the road. It is recommended that the applicant's request to develop the subject lands by land severance be approved as all requirements of the City, including the connection of Rockwood Drive, can be appropriately addressed through conditions of severance approval. Report PD 15-05 Subject: Request for Council's Permission to Develop Lands by Land Severance Date: April 8, 2005 Page 5 65 Attachments: 2. 3. 4. Property Location Map Tania Spring's Letter Proposed Highbush Neighbourhood Map (1996) Approved Highbush Neighbourhood Map (1997) Prepared By: Approved / Endorsed By: Joyce Ye~'i ? L,,' Planner I':.,: Neil CarroiT(~._C)? RPP Director, Planning & Development Lynda Taylor, MCIP;'RPP Manager, DeveloPment Review JY:jf Attachments Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Recommended for the consideration of Pickering Cit~,C.6,.Lm~l ,- Thom~J. au,nC, Ch,¢ AOm,n~~Off, cer ¢ ATTACHMENT # ! TO ~ < ~--- WESTCREEK ' LAWSON STREET C.N.R. City of Pickering Planning & Development DepaAment PROPERTY DESCRiPTiON PART OF LOT 6, PLAN 282 & PT RD ALLOWANCE BETWEEN LTO 34 &35 D OWNER D. SPRING DATE MAR. 24, 2005 DRAWN BY JB RLE No. PD 15-05 SCALE 1:5000 CHECKED BY RP September 27, 2004 OCT 0 I 2CO , CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO: Lynda D. Taylor, MCIP, RPP CC: David Pickles, Councillor, City of Pickering Subj eot: Preliminary Request 1839 Pine Grove Avenue (Part of Lot 6, Plan 282 and Part of The Road Allowance between Lot 34 & 35; now Part2, Plan 40R 20388) City of Picketing I am writing to request if it has been determined if Rockwood Drive will be extended through to Pine Grove Ave. [ believe bSthe road is exte:nded through it will take away ~¥om the character of this neighborhood. This mature area is sun'ounded with large trees and vegetation, which we need to preserve and protect. Large lots with mature trees makes this area unique, attractive and inviting. i have lived on Pine Grove Avenue fbr the last 28 years and have seen many changes over the years. My family's property, 1839 Pine Grove Ave backs onto the northern leg of Rockwood Drive. We would like to sever a lot and build a house fronting omo Rockwood Drive or the second option would be to sever and build fronting onto Pine Grove Avenue between 1839 and 1833. Thank you for taking the time to consider my request, I look forward to hearing from you with your feedback. Sincerely, Tania Spring G~ ATTACHMENT # ~.'~ TO REPORT # PI) /'~ ~' C~' ~' PROPOSED PICKERING OFFICIAL PLAN (1996) MAP 20 NEIGHBOURHOOD 10: HIGHBUSH ROUGE PARK AREA FOREST AREA ICKADEE COURT 0 CRES. PINE I I I I I -- I SWEeTbRIAR RIVERS WESTCREEK LANCREST LAWSON STREET DRIVE ALTON/ AR CANADIAN FOREST STROt PAll AVENUE LEGEND SYMBOLS NEW ROAD CONNECTIONS (PROPOSED) DETAILED REVIEW AREA LANDS FOR WHICH COUNCIL HAS ADOPTED DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES (REFER TO COMPENDIUM DOCUMENT) I NEIOHBOURHOOD BOUNDARy PARK PROPOSED PARK PROPOSED PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ~TTAOHMEN'f # Z.~ TO REPOR! # PD .... /..¢ "O~ APPROVED PICKERING OFFICIAL PLAN (1997) MAP 20 NEIGHBOURHOOD 10: HIGHBUSH I~ FOREST ROUGE ~ I WHITE PINEI ESCENT -~NE i ~ ~ LEGEND SYMBOLS NEIGHBOURHOOO mm im I m NEW ROAD CONNECTIONS (PROPOSED) I BOUNDARY I I DETAILED REVIEW AREA r~ PARK  LANDS FOR WHICH COUNCIL HAS /~ PUE~LIC ELEMENTARY ADOPTED DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES m SCHOOL (rEFER TO COMPENDIUM DOCUMENT) RECOMMENDATION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY 1. That Report OES 08-05 regarding prohibition of train locomotive whistling be received; and 2. The attached draft by-law be enacted to prohibit train locomotive whistling at Rosebank Road crossing (mileage 190.60) along the Canadian Pacific Railway Line, Belleville Subdivision; and That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the necessary agreements with the Canadian Pacific Railway Company Limited to give effect to the cessation of train whistling at the above noted level crossing. PICKERING REPORT TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Report Number: OES 08-05 Date: April 6, 2005 From: Richard W. Holborn, P.Eng. Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering Subject: Anti-whistling By-law, Rosebank Road Crossing Recommendations: That Report OES 08-05 regarding prohibition of train locomotive whistling be received; and The attached draft by-law be enacted to prohibit train locomotive whistling at Rosebank Road crossin9 (miieage 190.60) along the Canadian Pacific Railway Line, Belleville Subdivision; and That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the necessary agreements with the Canadian Pacific Railway Company Limited to give effect to the cessation of train whistling at the above noted level crossing. Executive Summary: In order to improve "Quality of Life" by reducing noise along the Canadian Pacific "Belleville" Subdivision Railway Line, a by-law is being proposed, which if passed, will prohibit train locomotive whistling at Rosebank Road crossing (mileage 190.60) along the Canadian Pacific Railway Line, Belleville Subdivision. Agreements with Canadian Pacific Railway Company Limited must be executed, once the by-law is passed, to cover annual maintenance and third party liability insurance. Financial Implications: Third party liability insurance premiums will cost the City approximately $650.00 annually, subject to adjustments, and are invoiced by C.P. Rail. The City's share of the maintenance costs for the Rosebank Road crossing has increased by approximately $850.00 annually since the installation of the gates, over the $2,400.00 annually which was in effect prior to the installation of the gates. These costs are budgeted for in the Roads Current Budget 2320-2409. ?£ Report OES 08-05 Subject: Anti-whistling By-law, Rosebank Road Date: April 6, 2005 Page 2 Background: The sounding of the locomotive whistles along the Canadian Pacific "Belleville" Subdivision Railway Line has been a major concern to the neighbouring residential areas in the City for many years. As a direct result of these concerns and the growth of housing developments near this railway corridor, City staff met with representatives from Canadian Pacific Railway and Transport Canada to discuss the merits and process of installing crossing gates at the Scarborough/Pickering Townline Road and Rosebank Road crossings in July 2002. The crossing gates at the Scarborough/Pickering Townline crossing were installed in 2003, but the installation at Rosebank Road was delayed, awaiting Transport Canada funding. Recently, crossing gates were installed at Rosebank Road at-grade crossing. A detailed safety assessment study as per the Transport Canada Railway Safety Directorate Guideline No.1 has been completed to ensure the warning systems are adequate, based on the speed of trains and the number of tracks. Notifications of the City's intention to pass a by-law to prohibit the sounding of train whistles have been issued to the general public and to all relevant organizations (as indicated in Schedule "C" of the guidelines). The City must pass an anti-whistling by-law to allow for the cessation of locomotive whistling. A similar by-law has been passed by Council to cover the Scarborough/Pickering Townline Road and Altona Road. Attached is a copy of the draft by-law, which staff are recommending that Council approve. Once the by-law has been passed, a copy of the by-law will be forwarded to Canadian Pacific Railway and Transport Canada for their approval to allow the cessation of the locomotive whistling. Prior to the cessation of the locomotive whistling at these crossings, the City must conform with all conditions of Transport Canada Railway Safety Directorate Guideline No. 1, "Procedure and Conditions for Eliminating Whistling at Public Crossings". The City must also have financial arrangements and agreements in place to cover the cost of the annual maintenance required and third party liability insurance policy for the crossing, and to allow Canadian Pacific Railway to issue special instructions to their employees. Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Draft By-law Report OES 08-05 Subject: Anti-whistling By-law, Rosebank Road Date: April 6, 2005 Page 3 Prepared By: Approved / Endorsed By: --Sh~.hid Matloob,-'/~/l~c, PE~TOE Coordinator, Traffic Engineering /l~vere't~ Bunt~m~--' [/ ¢ -% / Director, Operations &i/Emergency Services~'"'~ Ricli'ard W. t--I~orn, P. Eng. D'i~ision Hea/d', Munic pal Property & Engineering SM:ko Attachments O:\A-2130 Department Reports - Reports to Council\A-2130-001-05 Reports to Council\OES 08-05.doc Copy: Chief Administrative Officer City Clerk Recommended for the consideration of Pickering City, Cq~zqil ?4 PROPOSED /_ OCA TION ANTI-WHIST£1NG CROSSING FINCH OPERATIONS & EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT MUNICIPAL PROPERTY & ENGINEERING DIVISION 1:4000 March 8/2005 REPORT TO COUNCIL LOCATION OF PROPOSED ANTI-WHISTLING CROSSING THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING BY-LAW NO. /05 Being a by-law to prohibit the sounding of train whistles at Rosebank Road crossing of the Canadian Pacific Railway line, Belleville Subdivision. WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 129 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, C.25 as amended, by-laws may be passed by the councils of local municipalities for prohibiting or regulating, with respect to noise; and WHEREAS, Guideline Number 1 of the Railway Safety Directorate of Transport Canada sets out the appropriate procedure for the banning of train whistling at public railway crossings; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: The sounding of train whistles is hereby prohibited at the Rosebank Road crossing of the Canadian Pacific Railway line, more particularly described as Mileage 190.60 of the Canadian Pacific Railway line, Belleville Subdivision This By-Law shall come into force at the time of final approval by the Canadian Pacific Railway line and Transport Canada. BY-LAW read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 2005. day of Dave Ryan, Mayor RECOMMENDATION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY That Report OES 11-05 regarding a proposed amendment to the stop sign by- law 2632/88 be received; and That the attached draft by-law be enacted to amend Schedule 'A' to by-law 2632/88 authorizing the erection of stop signs at the intersection of Rosebank Road at Granite Court; and That a "Hidden Intersection Ahead" advance warning sign be installed on Rosebank Road, on the southbound approach to Toynevale Road. REPORT TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Report Number: OES 11-05 Date: April 7, 2005 ?7 From: Richard W. Holborn Division Head, Municipal Property and Engineering Subject: - Stop Control By-law - Amendment to By-law2632/88 - Rosebank Road at Granite Court - File: A2130 Recommendations: That Report OES 11-05 regarding a proposed amendment to the stop sign by- law 2632/88 be received; and That the attached draft by-law be enacted to amend Schedule 'A' to by-law 2632/88 authorizing the erection of stop signs at the intersection of Rosebank Road at Granite Court; and o That a "Hidden Intersection Ahead" advance warning sign be installed on Rosebank Road, on the southbound approach to Toynevale Road. Executive Summary: In order to improve traffic flow and safety at the intersection of Rosebank Road and Granite Court an amending by-law is being proposed, which provides for the erection of Ail-Way Stop controls at that intersection. In lieu of providing an Ali-Way Stop at the intersection of Rosebank Road and Toynevale Road, staff recommend the installation of a "Hidden Intersection Ahead" advance warning sign to increase safety. Financial Implications: The estimated cost of $500.00 for the aquisition and installation of the traffic signs can be accommodated within the 2005 Roads current budget account, Background: Recently staff investigated neighbourhood concerns vehicular safety at the intersections of Rosebank Road at Toynevale Rosebank Road at Granite Court. regarding Road and Report OES 11-05 Date: April 7, 2005 Subject: Stop Control By-law Page 2 Although the original request came from Yorkville Sound to investigate difficulties at the intersection of Rosebank Road at Granite Court, as a result of the municipal community consultation process, staff were asked by the Principal of the Rosebank Road Public School to investigate the need for Ali-Way Stop controls at the intersection of Rosebank Road at Toynevale Road. Rosebank Road at Granite Court Granite Court and Rosebank Road (south of Granite Court) are both collector roads with typical daily traffic volumes of 4100 vehicles. Rosebank Road is a through road, and a Stop condition exists for westbound Granite Court at Rosebank Road. Rosebank Road north of Granite Court currently serves as an access route to Yorkville Sound's west parking lot (see attached map) and has a daily traffic volume of 200 vehicles. Consequently, the infrequent traffic southbound on Rosebank Road from the plant proceeding through the intersection is subjected to near collisions with vehicles from Granite Court, which are not expecting opposing traffic, and make a rolling stop while proceeding through the intersection. Due to the collector status of both roads and the subsequent large volume of traffic through the intersection, municipal warrants for (Ali-Way) Stop controls are met. Rosebank Road at Toynevale Road As the intersection of Rosebank Road and Toynevale Road (two collector roads) is located just north of the Rosebank Road Public School, it serves as a major junction for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Consequently, municipal staff have been asked on several occasions over previous years to investigate the need for All-Way Stop controls at that intersection. Although studies confirm that municipal warrants for Ali-Way Stop controls are met, potential vehicle operations on the steep grade of Rosebank Road north of Toynevale Road has prevented and continues to prevent staff from supporting the installation of Ali-Way Stop controls at that intersection. Winter and wet weather roadway conditions could create stop and go difficulties for traffic queued on the southbound approach to the intersection and potentially generate vehicular collisions where statistics show that currently none exist. Currently, there is a school crossing location south of the intersection (fronting the Rosebank Road Public School) which provides pedestrian access across Rosebank Road and thereby eliminates pedestrian conflicts from the intersection. In recognition of the sight line difficulties at the intersection of Rosebank Road and Toynevale Road due to roadway geometrics, staff recommend the installation of a "Hidden Intersection Ahead" warning sign for motorists southbound on Rosebank Road approachin~ To~/nevale Road. Report OES 11-05 Subject: Stop Control By-taw Date: April 7, 2005 Page 3 ?9 Outreach correspondence soliciting comments was-issued to both Yorkville Sound and the Rosebank Road Public School. Outreach correspondence was not issued to the general community given the affected intersections service a large number of residents in the Rosebank Neighbourhood, and it would not be practical. Attachmenm: 1. Location Maps 2. Draft By-law Amendments ~bm~t~e~ ~y Auproved., Er~dorsed Mp:mp Attachments 0:~-2130 Department Reports - Reports to Councit~A-2130-001-05 Reports to Council\OES 11-05.doc Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Superintendent, Municipal Operations Supervisor, Roads !~ CENTRE ~! F~' STOP SIGN --. ~ LOCATIONS 'NTIER ~ ~ i . INTERaCtION TOYN EVALE I CR~SING SCHOOL ~ ~ o OPERATI(~NS & EMERGENC~; SERVICES DEPARTMENTi~ TRAFFIC REPORT UUN~C~PAL ~RO~ERW S ~N~N[E~U~oiD~WaO~m : LOCATION OF PROPOSED 1:4000 ' MARCH 9/2005 ALL WAY STOP 8 THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING BY-LAW NO. /O5 Being a by-law to further amend by-law 2632/88 to provide for erecting of Stop signs at certain intersections within the City of Pickering WHEREAS, Pursuant to section 27(1) of the Municipal Act 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 as amended, the council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering may by by-law provide for the erection of stop signs at the intersections on highways under its jurisdiction. NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: Stop signs shall be erected at the intersection of highways set out in Column i of Schedule A to By-law 2632/88, facing the traffic bound in the directions set out in Column II of the Schedule. Schedule A to By-law 2632/88, as amended, is hereby further amended by adding hereto the following items: Column I Column II Intersections Facing Traffic Rosebank Road and Granite Court Northbound and southbound on Rosebank Road BY-LAW read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 2005. th day of Dave Ryan, Mayor Bruce Taylor, City Clerk RECOMMENDATION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY That Report OES 10-05 regarding a temporary by-law for prohibiting parking, standing and stopping on portions of highways under the jurisdiction of the City of Pickering be received and forwarded to Council for their approval; and That a by-law be enacted to amend Schedule 'A' By-law 2359/87 as amended regulating stopping restrictions and prohibitions on certain highways. REPORT TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Report Number: OES 10-05 Date: April 6, 2005 From: Richard W. Holborn, P. Eng. Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering Subject: Pickering Dragon Boat Club Races - June 4 & 5, 2005 Amendment of Parking By-law 2359/87 for prohibiting stopping on portions of Breezy Drive and Oklahoma Drive. Recommendation: That Report OES 10-05 regarding a temporary by-law for prohibiting parking, standing and stopping on portions of highways under the jurisdiction of the City of Pickering be received and forwarded to Council for their approval; and That a by-law be enacted to amend schedule 'A' By-law 2359/87 as amended regulating stopping restrictions and prohibitions on certain highways. Executive Summary: Not Applicable Financial Implications: Not Applicable Background: The Pickering Dragon Boat Club is holding their 9th Annual Dragon Boat Race on June 4 & 5, 2005 which attracts approximately 4,000 to 6,000 people. City staff have met with officials from the Dragon Boat Club to assist in the facilitation of the event. Concerns were expressed over previous events with regards to the congestion caused by on street parking by attendees. In the event of an emergency there have also been concerns expressed over access for emergency vehicles. In order to avoid this situation City staff are recommending a temporary by-law prohibiting stopping on Breezy Drive and Oklahoma Drive of highways under the City's jurisdiction. With this by-law in effect it will give the ability to tag and tow vehicles during the two day event for the Pay duty Police Officers hired by the organizers. The process and practices being proposed here for traffic control duplicates what was carried out successfully for the 2004 Dragon Boat Club Races. Report OES 10-05 Date: APril 6, 2005 Subject: Pickering Dragon Boat Club Races - June 4 & 5, 2005 Amendment of Parking By-law 2359/87 for prohibiting stopping on portions of Breezy Drive and Oklahoma Drive. Page 2 Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. By-law Prepared By: l~arre~ Selsky ' 4,¢ Supervisor, Engineering & Ca~'ital Works Everett Buntsma (Acting) Chief Administrative Officer ,,~(chard Holb~n, P. Eng. Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering DS:ko Attachments Copy: Chief Administrative Officer of Thomas J/~i~inn, ~i~f Administrative Officer CORP0227-07/01 -H /ENUE YENUE SAMFORD! ,~'--- LANE DRIVE OKL_A 40MA OPERATIONS & EIvI~'RGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT MUNIC!PAL PROPERTY & CECYLIA / LYN. X AVENU ~I~ k- SHORE CD RA VINE COU FRENCHMA/V 'S M Ld BAY rY b- ~A PUBLIC SCHOOL ~ Ld >- BRUCE HANS?/ MEMOR? ' PARK( ) MINK STREET SUNRISE AVENUE NO ZONE REPORT TO COUNCIL ENGINEERING DIVISION LOCATION OF PROPOSED SCALE', Ir PLOT DATE: r-- V I~ ~ __- 1:4000iApril5/2005 T.'-MPORAR, NO-STO, PING ZON-S PI(;KERIN'( , L:\MPondE\lhemotic Mapp~ng\Maps\MP&E - Traffic\Attacnmenf for Repor~2OO$\2005 T-Remorf-04 - Ne Stoppin_c loi 2- THE GORPORATION OF THE GITY OF PICKERING BY-LAW NO. Being a By-law to amend By-law 2359/87 regulating parking, standing and stopping on highways on private and municipal property. WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, the council of a lower-tier municipality may pass by-laws for regulating highways, including parking and traffic on highways and; WHEREAS, By-law 2359/87, as amended, provides for the regulating of parking, standing and stopping on highways or parts of highways under the jurisdiCtion of the City of Pickering and on private and municipal property; and WHEREAS the Dragon Boat Race event is scheduled to take place at the Pickering Bruce Hanscombe Memorial Park on June 4th and 5th, 2005; and WHEREAS the Dragon Boat Race event generates significant vehicular traffic in the Westshore area; and WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to amend By-law 2359/87, as amended, to establish temporary "no stopping" zones along sections of Breezy Drive and Oklahoma Drive to provide for an unencumbered route for emergency vehicles; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: Notwithstanding By-law 6335104, as amended by By-laws 2359187, 2386~87 and 5570~99, Schedule "A" to By-law 6335~04 is hereby further amended to prohibit stoppin~ on sections of Breezy Drive and Oklahoma Drive for the period of June 4"' and 5th, 2005, by adding thereto the following items: Highway Breezy Drive Breezy Drive Oklahoma Drive Side Between/And Both Both Both West Shore Bivd, to 20 m east of Essa Crescent. Oklahoma Drive And 55 m north of Breezy Drive. West Shore Blvd. To Breezy Drive. Prohibited times and days June 4th and 5th of 2005 June/,,,th and 5th of 2005 June 4th and 5th of 2005 This By-Law shall come into force on June 4, 2005 and shall expire on June 6, 2005. BY-LAW read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 2005. th day of__ David Ryan, Mayor Bruce Taylor, City Clerk CORP0227-07/01 RECOMMENDATION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY That OES 12-05 regarding the Provincial Secondary Land Use Program, be received; and That Council approve the City of Pickering's submission of future public interests on hydro corridor lands under the Provincial Secondary Land Use Program, as contained in Report OES 12-05; and That a copy of Report OES 12-05, be forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham to facilitate a joint municipal submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing; and That Council acknowledge that the City of Pickering's resolution(s), and its submission contained in the joint submission, will be a public document and will remain on file with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. PICKERING REPORT TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Report Number: OES 12-05 Date: April 12, 2005 From: Richard Holborn, P. Eng. Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering Subject: Provincial Secondary Land Use Program - PSLUP Ratification of Municipal Public Interests For Hydro Corridor Lands Recommendation: o THAT Report OES 12-05 regarding the Provincial Secondary Land Use Program be received; and THAT Council approve the City of Pickering's submission of future public interests on hydro corridor lands under the Provincial Secondary Land Use Program, as contained in Report No. OES 12-05; THAT a copy of Report No. OES 12-05 be forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham to facilitate a joint municipal submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing; and THAT Council acknowledge that the City of Pickering's resolution(s), and its submission contained in the joint submission, will be a public document and will remain on file with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Executive Summary: The purpose of this program is to declare future municipal interests for public secondary uses on Provincially owned hydro corridor lands, under the Provincial Secondary Land Use Program, and obtain endorsement of these secondary uses for submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. The City of Pickering is indicating an interest in the lands identified in this report but is not committing to follow through with the indicated lease arrangements. Each potential lease arrangement will be scrutinized individually at the time that project is deemed to move forward. Financial Implications: None, until the time that The City of Pickering enters into lease agreements for any of the following indicated Municipal interests. At the time of leasing, negotiations with ORC will result in the terms of each individual lease. Report OES 12-05 Subject: Provincial Secondary Land Use Program - PSLUP Ratification of Municipal Public Interests For Hydro Corridor Lands Date: April 12 2005 Page 2 Background: The following provides a general overview of the Provincial Secondary Land Use Program (PSLUP) and Public Use Principles (PUPs) for municipalities, based on the literature circulated on the program to date. Bill 58 - The Reliable Energy and Consumer Protection Act, 2002 received Royal Assent in June 2002. It allowed for the ownership of approximately 50,000 acres of hydro transmission corridor lands to be transferred from Hydro One to the Province of Ontario. This transfer became effective on December 31, 2002, enabling the Province to protect contiguous corridor land as well as identify and dedicate the lands for other compatible future uses. In October 2002, Cabinet approved the Provincial Secondary Land Use Program (PSLUP). The purpose of the PSLUP is to establish a hierarchy of public use principles for the consideration of secondary uses on hydro corridor lands, and to guide the review of new secondary use applications on these lands. As an agent of the Province, the Ontario Realty Corporation (ORC) notified municipalities on the PSLUP in Spring 2003. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing is currently leading this provincial planning exercise to identify potential secondary uses in accordance with the public use principles. Municipalities have an opportunity to identify their public interests in the corridor lands and respond to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing by June 1, 2005. This is referred to as the two-year municipal planning period. The PSLUP applies only to those lands previously owned by Hydro One and used for the transmission of electricity as illustrated on Attachment 1 (Appendix A). This program does not apply to other provincially owned lands, surplus corridor lands or private lands over which Hydro One has an easement to run transmission lines. Public Use Principles for Hydro Corridor Lands The following is the hierarchy of PUPs for the management of hydro corridor lands under the PSLUP: New public uses requiring contiguous integrity of the corridor (e.g. linear uses) have priority over other uses. Land uses requiring corridor integrity might include the following examples of linear uses: roadways, bus ways, light rail, recreational trails and pipelines as well as other utilities. New public linear uses that serve provincial or inter-regional purposes (e.g. transportation) have priority over local uses. Report OES ~2-05 Subject: Provincial Secondary Land Use Program - PSLUP Ratification of Municipal Public Interests For Hydro Corridor Lands Date: April 12 2005 Page 3 New non-linear public infrastructure uses have priority over private uses. Some examples of a non-linear use are: road crossings, commuter parking lots, parks and playing fields. Multiple uses will be promoted whenever possible, especially the coexistence of surface and sub-surface uses, including storm water pipelines. Interim uses (e.g. soccer fields or parking lots) will be allowed on contiguous corridors that may be required for future uses. The public use principles (PUPs) state that electrical transmission will remain the primary use, and linear public uses serving provincial and inter-regional purposes have priority over local uses. Any Public uses, including local public uses, have priority over private uses. The PUPs not only guide the review and approval of applications for secondary land uses of the corridor lands, but also guide the long-range provincial secondary use planning exercise. The project's recommendations will be compatible with other provincial initiatives and policies such as the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan, the Niagara Escarpment Plan, and the Provincial Policy Statement. A recommended plan will be produced that will identify appropriate provincial and inter-regional secondary uses compatible with transmission uses. The plan will guide the provincial management of provincially owned hydro corridors. ORC administers the application process for secondary uses on the hydro corridors. Applications are screened by ORC, and then circulated to municipalities and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. The ministry's regional Municipal Services Offices review and consolidate inter-ministerial comments on interim use applications and return the packages to ORC for final decision-making. Existing Public Secondary Uses Attachment 2 (Appendix B) provides the locations of existing licenses and easements on hydro corridor lands held by the City of Pickering. Proposed Public Secondary Uses The City of Pickering has determined its future public interests in the hydro corridor lands, in collaboration with the Durham Hydro Corridors Working Group. Attachment 3 (Appendix C) provides the locations of potential licenses and easements on hydro 9£ Report OES 12-05 Subject: Provincial Secondary Land Use Program - PSLUP Ratification of Municipal Public Interests For Hydro Corridor Lands Date: April 12 2005 Page 4 corridor lands. The following agencies were circulated mapping for their comments on possible future interest in the lands in question; Toronto Region Conservation Authority, Enbridge, Veridian, CP Rail, CN Rail, Canada Post, Trans Northern Pipelines, Go Transit, Bell, and Rogers Cable. Additionally, City of Pickering staff made a presentation to City of Pickering's Management Forum at their regularly scheduled meeting on March 21,2005. Attachments: Appendix A - Map of ORC Lands in the City of Pickering Appendix B - Map of Existing ORC Leases in the City of Pickering Appendix C - Map of Future City of Pickering Interests ORC Lands Prepared By: John Mc,~cl'U lie n Coo~diF~tor Lan~nape & Parks Development V \ ;.~". /j ,t RiChard Ho~orn, P. Eng. /Division Hb/ad - ~ Municipal Property & Engineering Approved / Endorsed By: ~ver. et't auntsm~:/ i/ ~ Director Operations & Emergency Se~ices JFM: Attachments O:~A-2130 Department Reports - Reports to Council~A-2130-001-05 Reports to Council\OES 12-05.doc Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Director, Planning & Development Recommended for the consideration of Pickering City Council Thor~a~ J. QuireS/Chief ,~:iminist~~fficeF ATTACHMEN'r# ~ TOREPOR-~# ~c_..~ ATTACHMENT# ~._ ..... t'0 REPOR'i"~~ iZ.,- ~' I of t....L.._ RECOMMENDATION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY That Mayor Ryan be authorized to make the following proclamations: "Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade Month" - October, 2005 AJAX-PICKER I NG Board 'Cade 700 Finley Ave., Unit 4 Aiax, Ontario L1S 3Z2 1-. 905-686-0883 E 905-686-1057 e-mail: infoC~apboardoftrade,com www. a pboaFdoftrade.com Thank you to our 2005 Annual Title Sponsors The Voice of Busine~ in Dm'ham News Advertiser ONTARIOF6WER GENERATION March 22, 2005 Mr. Bruce Taylor, City Clerk City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, ON LIS 2H9 Re: 50th Anniversary of Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade Dear Mr. Taylor: On October 25th of this year the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade will celebrate 50 years of serving the businesses of Ajax and Pickering. Formerly the Ajax Chamber of Commerce, a 1978 merge with the Town of Pickering resulted in the birth of the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade that continues to be the voice of business in these two municipalities. As our volunteer archivists pore through 50 years of history, we are reminded time and again of the tremendous support the Board has received from the City of Picketing. From joint ventures to encourage new business that in turn provide additional employment, to ongoing sponsorship of our annual events, the City has always been an avid supporter and has contributed significantly to our success. On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade, I respectfully ask that Mayor Ryan and Councillors of the City of Pickering declare the month of October 2005 Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade month, in honor of this 50th Anniversary'. Your consideration of this request would be most appreciated and we look forward to being a delegation at Council on Monday, September 19th at 7:30 p.m. Yours truly', Kathy McKay Executive Director