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Minutes I Meeting Summary
Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee
April 17, 2007
7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
Attendees:
Councillor Johnson
Theresa Abernethy
Shirley Curran
Karen Emmink
Richard Fleming
Shawna Foxton
Pamela Fuselli
Jim Simpson
Gordon Zimmerman
Guests:
Paul and Janna Lafrance
Peter Rodrigues
Also Present:
D. Shields, Deputy Clerk
L. Roberts, Committee Coordinator
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1. Delegations
a) Paul and Janna Lafrance
Heritage Permit Application HPA 002/06
2390 Rosebank Road
Paul Lafrance gave an overview of his heritage permit
application and the subsequent changes that had been made,
along with a brief history of his home. He stated that they are
quite willing to work with the Committee on this, and indicated
their willingness to implement any recommendations the
Committee may make. They love the history of the house, and
also stated how dedicated they are to staying in the community.
He indicated there were no issues with permits or zoning and
also indicated that it had been designated as a heritage
property when purchased. He also confirmed that this will be a I
single dwelling residence, and they are proposing to add
approximately 1,400 square feet to the existing 2,200 square
feet.
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Discussion ensued with respect to the application.
Debbie Shields explained the process for the heritage permit
application and noted that it would be presented at the Planning
& Development Committee meeting, and subsequently to
Council for approval. At that time area residents would have
the opportunity to attend and be heard if they wanted to make
comments on the application.
Jim noted to Mr. Lafrance that the Whitevale District
Conservation Guidelines listed guidelines for heritage
properties and that this information would assist them in the
process. Mr. Lafrance noted that he had not looked at the
guidelines and stated that at this point the information was not
pertinent but, they would like to have this information available
to them for future planning.
Discussion continued with respect to the application. Items
discussed were as follows:
· Confirmed it would be one kitchen and one common
area and would not be a duplex
· Issue with being on the corner of the 3rd Concession,
very visible most of the year
· Concerns it may dwarf other homes in Cherrywood
· Applicant is most willing to comply with Committee
recommendations and have a real interest in the
community
· Size was an issue - height, width and length of
residence discussed
· Clarification required on guidelines pertaining to the
general appearance - a lot is dependent on the architect
chosen for the job
· It was suggested the Committee approve this application
with conditions
· It was suggested the applicants have a Heritage Impact
Study completed on the property, with a City approved
company (cost and timeframe for this is unknown at this
point)
· the addition would be an approximate 63.3% increase in
size.
Councillor Johnson explained to the applicants the majority
of the Committee is not denying the application, but not Staff direction required
approving as presented. The consensus was to approve
with conditions.
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The applicant confirmed they had not done any work with an
architect at this point.
Debbie Shields confirmed that the application would require
comments from Heritage Pickering prior to submission by
staff to Committee and Council approval.
Councillor Johnson left the meeting at this point and Debbie
Shields assumed the Chair as a Facilitator.
b) 750 Whitevale Road
Peter Rodrigues, 750 Whitevale Road, appeared before the I
Committee seeking the Committee's advice and
recommendations with respect to the installation of windows
on his rental property in Whitevale.
Gordon Zimmerman noted that he would visit Mr. Rodriques Gordon Zimmerman to
property to look at the windows. review and report back
2. Terms of Reference
Debbie asked if there were any questions or concerns Debbie to check with
regarding the terms of reference. Pamela questioned Section Debi
1.2. She had asked for clarification on the wording in the
legislation regarding the conservation of property.
Everyone was in agreement that the Terms of Reference are City Clerk to forward to
complete. Council as per rules of
procedure
3. Workplan
Discussion ensued with respect to the workplan. The Whitevale City Clerk to forward to
District Conservation Guidelines was discussed and Debbie Council as per rules of
explained that this year we would determine what needs to be procedure
done, as this requires budget approval, which will be
considered in 2008.
The following additions to the workplan were suggested:
. Dunbarton Heritage designation study
. The development of display material - items needed for
display board
. Whitevale extension
. Full time staff member for Heritage
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4. Correspondence
4.1 Heritaqe Markham
Letter received from the Town of Markham with regards to the Debbie to have letter
demolition of heritage buildings on Federal Lands. . sent and also look into
previous minutes
Heritage Markham recommended that staff continue to regarding this issue
pressure Transport Canada to develop a feasible cultural
heritage protection strategy for the remaining heritage
resources on federal airport lands and consider uniting with
other municipalities that are also involved.
The Committee requested that we respond to the
correspondence in support of Heritage Markham's initiatives.
Debbie informed the Committee that Councillor Johnson and
Councillor Pickles voiced their concerns regarding the
demolition of the buildings on Federal lands and has asked staff
to make sure the Transport Canada Heritage Working Group
keeps the City of Pickering advised when recommending any
demolition permits on Federal owned properties within the City
of Pickering.
Jim suggested that we invite Councillor Pickles to our next
Heritage Pickering committee meeting to provide us with an
update.
4.2 Durham Reqion Water and Wastewater Master Plan
Letter was provided for information purposes. Further formation
can be obtained through the following website:
www.kmk.ca/DurhamMP
5.0 Other Business
Minutes from the March 20, 2007 meeting were discussed. It Committee
was questioned how we could track action items. Coordinator to
Moved by Jim Simpson implement new and
Seconded by Gordon Zimmerman unfinished business
listing as part of the
That the minutes of the March 20, 2007 be approved. monthly agendas
Carried
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T apestrv
Pamlea had attended the last meeting and provided an update
on this event, which is being held on June 9th at the Museum
from 12 - 4:30 pm. Discussion ensued and it was suggested
we could have a banner, and possibly do the same thing for the
Whitevale Spring Festival as we do for this.
Volunteers were asked to help staff this event. Gordon, Gordon, Shawna and
Shawna and Shirley confirmed their attendance. Shirley to attend.
Election of Chair
City Clerk to conduct
This matter was deferred to the May 15, 2007 meeting. the election for Chair
and Vice-Chair.
Whitevale Sprinq Festival
Volunteers were requested for this event, and everyone was
encouraged to come out and join in the events of the day.
Public Open House - Seaton Trail
Public open house being held this evening at the City of
Pickering
City E-mail
Linda to confirm
To confirm our new email address
6.0 Next Meeting - Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Meeting Adjourned: 8:50 pm
Copy: Mayor Ryan
Members of Council
Chief Administrative Officer
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