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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 5, 2017 C4 Planning & Development P 1 C K E R 1 N G Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 5, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor McLean Present: Mayor Ryan Councillors: K. Ashe M. Brenner S. Butt I. Cumming B. McLean D. Pickles Also Present: T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor K. Bentley - Director, City Development & CBO C. Rose - Chief Planner D. Shields - City Clerk N. Surti - Manager, Development Review & Urban Design J. Brooks - Manager, Policy & Geomatics C. Celebre - Principal Planner— Development Review K. Power - Principal Planner— Policy L. Roberts - Committee Coordinator (I) Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. (II) Part "A" Information Reports Councillor McLean, Chair, gave an outline of the requirements for a Statutory Meeting under the Planning Act. He outlined the notification process procedures and also noted that if a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the City before the by-law is passed, that person or public body are not entitled to appeal the decision of City Council to the Ontario Municipal Board, and may not be entitled to be added as a party to the hearing unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. 1 6 4 Planning & Development P 1 C KE R1 N G Committee Meeting Minutes ' v v Tuesday, September 5, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor McLean C. Rose, Chief Planner, appeared before the Committee to act as facilitator for the public portion of the meeting, explaining the process for discussion purposes as well as the order of speakers. 1. Information Report No. 05-17 Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2017-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 05/17 9004827 Canada Inc. (Stonepay) Part of Lots 19 and 20, Concession 3, Parts 1 to 5, 40R-28547 A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above-noted application. Cristina Celebre, Principal Planner— Development Review, appeared before the Committee and through the aid of a power point presentation, provided an overview of the application, outlining the property location and description, as well as the applicant's proposal to increase the maximum allowable density to permit an additional 62 units. Tony Biglieri appeared before the Committee on behalf of the applicant in support of the application. He noted all comments had been received and they were continuing to work with staff. He indicated he was available to respond to any questions raised. No members of the public appeared in support of or in opposition to the application. Discussion ensued with Members questioning whether a market study had been done as well as clarification on shared ownership of lands to the east. Members also questioned density and whether there would be an accessible/affordable housing component as well as eco friendly charging stations, living walls and park enhancements. Members also questioned whether staff would be in consultation with the Region to ensure transit routes would have adequate stops and shelters. They also questioned whether the Valley Farm extension to Brock Road would be signalized, as well as timeframes for the various phases. (III) Delegations 1. Paul White Re: Report PLN 15-17 Paul White, 507 Cliff-view Road, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in support of Report PLN 15-17 regarding infill and replacement housing in established neighbourhoods. He stated there is a considerable amount of infill which is two to three times larger than existing homes, with some being much larger. He also noted 2 c4 °d Planning & Development P 1 C K E R 1 N G Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 5, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor McLean concerns with a lack of respect for surrounding properties, whereby trees have been destroyed due to a lack of protection by developers. He noted that while he concurs with the City's recommendations, he would like to see it done quickly, with tree protection, height restrictions, grading, dust and debris controls, and a respect for heritage included. 2. Llewellyn Pereira Re: Report PLN 15-17 Llewellyn Pereira, 709 Victory Drive, Pickering, appeared before the Committee with respect to infill and replacement housing in established neighbourhoods. Through the aid of a power point presentation, he noted a sense of urgency in the need to protect neighbourhoods. Through his presentation, he provided examples of shadowing, expressing his shock that variances were not required. He noted many studies had been conducted, all with similar conclusions. Key elements to preserve the neighbourhood character include protection of trees and shrubs, setbacks, building heights being compatible with the existing surrounding area as well as shadowing. In closing, Mr. Pereira noted that while he was in support of the report, he recommended that the building height should be set to represent the neighbourhood, not necessarily the City, and done with community consultation, and completed in a timely manner. He also stated that with a number of studies already completed, he felt staff should review existing studies and develop guidelines to have a new zoning by-law in place by the end of 2017, to help preserve neighbourhoods given the rate of new development. A brief discussion period ensued. 3. Craig Marshall Re: Report PLN 15-17 Craig Marshall appeared before the Committee in support of the report with respect to infill and replacement housing in established neighbourhoods. Through the aid of a power point presentation, he provided suggestions for guidelines in going forward with redevelopment. He outlined some of the resident concerns from the report, noting consideration must be given to ensure changes to zoning do not diminish the land values of existing homes. He stated there are currently no height restrictions in the Bay Ridges and Westshore area, and felt that a maximum height of 11M should be included, with a reduction in setbacks to improve the streetscape. He also noted that areas with homes over 75' should be allowed to subdivide and that variances should conform. 3 Cr Planning & Development 1_ I C KE RI N G Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 5, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor McLean (IV) Part "B" Planning & Development Reports 1. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 07-17 Mattamy (Brock Road) Limited (Phase 1) Plan of Subdivision 40M-2437 -Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision -Blocks 142 and 143, 40M-2437 and Part 2, 40R-26589 (Duffin Heights) Recommendation Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Butt 1. That the works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement within Blocks 142 and 143, Plan 40M-2437 and Part 2, 40R-26589, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto, including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be accepted and assumed for maintenance; 2. That Mattamy (Brock Road) Limited be released from the provisions of the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Blocks 142 and 143, Plan 40M-2437 and Part 2, 40R-26589; and 3. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. Carried 2. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 08-17 Mattamy (Brock Road) Limited — Phase 3 Plan of Subdivision 40M-2482 -Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision -Blocks 1 to 10, 12 and 14, Plan 40M-2482 (Duffin Heights) Recommendation Moved by Councillor. Pickles Seconded by Councillor Brenner 1. That Bronzedale Street, Byford Street, Generra Mews, Legian Mews and Pure Springs Boulevard within Plan 40M-2482 be assumed for public use; 4 CGi ° Planning & Development P 1 C KE R1 N G Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 5, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor McLean 2. That the works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement within Plan 40M-2482, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto, including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be accepted and assumed for maintenance, save and except for Blocks 11 and 13; 3. That Mattamy (Brock Road) Limited be released from the provisions of the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan 40M-2482, save and except from Blocks 11 and 13; and 4. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. Carried 3. Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 15-17 Infill and Replacement Housing in Established Neighbourhoods Discussion ensued with respect to the timing to bring forward amendments to the zoning by-law. It was questioned whether the City could have pre budget approval to go forward with an RFP prior to the 2018 budget as a time saving measure. It was recommended that staff look into the City of Brampton's criteria as a good example, as well as other municipalities in order to benefit from work already done. Members also questioned the possibility of bringing forward a report in December if possible. Recommendation Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Butt 1. That Council authorize staff to initiate a zoning by-law amendment to the general provisions of By-law 2511 to add a maximum building height where site specific zoning amendments do not regulate maximum building height; and 2. That a line item be included for Council's consideration in the 2018 Budget to retain consulting services to complete an "Infill and Replacement Housing in Established Neighbourhoods Study", generally as outlined in Appendix I to Report PLN 15-17. Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote 5 64 ° Planning & Development PiCKERINGr.` Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 5, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor McLean' (V) Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:29 pm. 6