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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/15/1993 STATUTORY PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING MINUTES '- A Statutory Public Information Meeting was held on Thursday, April 15, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. CHAIRMAN : Councillor E. Pistritto ALSO PRESENT: N. Carroll T. Me1ymuk L. Taylor C. Rose H. Gardiner C. Wong B. Avery A. Smith D. Kearns Director of Planning Deputy Director of Planning Manager, Current Operations Division Manager, Manager, Policy Division Planner 1 Senior Planner Planner 2 Planner 1 Coordinator of Council Services ~ (I) ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 29/92 NUGGET CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LOTS 6 - 12 AND 72 - 79, PLAN 40M-1629 AND LOTS 1 - 11. 100 - 105 AND 150 - 157. PLAN 40M-1630 1. An explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report No. 12/93, was given by Heather Gardiner, Planner 1. 2.a. Mr. Lebovic, applicant explained that this development is being designed to create a type of home and lot for which there is a market and that it will include single family homes on 40' lots. He stated that these homes will be of better assessment value for the town and better street scape. ,-". b. Mr. Cherniak, Executive Vice-President of Nugget Construction Co. Ltd. stated that this development conforms with the Pickering District Plan and the Regional Official Plan. He outlined that this development is not within a Special Policy Area and that their density request is less than is allowed. He stated that road improvements are now underway and that residents would probably use Waterford Gate rather than Woodview Avenue. He also stated that commenting agencies have no concerns with regards to this development. 3.a. Tom Hunt, 1548 Oakburn Street stated that he purchased his property intending to build a retirement home. He recognized at the time that these lots were executive, luxury lots with 60' frontages and that the proposed development would not be compatible with the area. He stated that the existing residents would be faced with high density, street parking and the potential for congestion. b. Heather Guscott, 298 Senator Street, representing A1tona West Community Association outlined concerns with respect to the downsizing of lots, the aesthetics, and increased density. The greatest concern is that a precedence is being set, giving developers the impression that its okay to downsize. 4. Mr. Lebovic responded by stating that parking on the road should not be necessary considering each home will have a two car garage and double parking in the driveway. It was his opinion that the area residents should be concerned with the aesthetics of the home not the lot size and stated that he felt it would be difficult to tell that the lots were 40' and not 50'. He also stated that the value of the existing homes would not be reduced if this development was approved. ..... 5. Lynda Taylor explained that the existing zoning on the west side of Oakburn Street is R4, lots with 50' frontages. - 2 - '- 6.a. Terry Nuspl, Woodview Avenue South stated that rules and regulations are set out and that Mr. Lebovic is asking to change these. She explained that the present zoning is for 50' lots and that Woodview North should not be expected to handle more traffic and 40' lots. She also stated the Mr. Lebovic entered into an agreement with the ratepayers concerning this application. b. Kathy Hubbard, 1839 Woodview Avenue stated that the existing zoning was agreed upon in the application and that in her opinion a change to the original agreement makes it null and void. 7. Mr. Lebovic responded by stating that the town imposed the zoning and that no agreement was made with the ratepayers group. 8. Lynda Taylor assured the residents that the concerns with respect to drainage, access and grading are being addressed. (II) ZONING BY-lAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 28/92 ULTRAMAR CANADA INC. (TlK DONUT LIMITED) PART OF BLOCK B. PIAN K-l024 1. An explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report No. 14/93, was given by Adrian Smith, Planner 1. 'W' 2. Hugh Spriggs, a representative from the Development Department of Tim Horton Donuts stated that this donut shop would draw from the established traffic of t:he Ultramar and traffic on Brock Road and Pickering Parkway. 3.a. Noreen Dias, operator of the Ultramar stated that they recently realized they are in violation of the zoning by-law for selling candy and chips and have applied for a zoning change. She remarked that for the business to remain open they require this change and asked for the application to be considered. '" b. Mr. Canzanese, owner of Sun Dial Donuts commented on the number of donut shops within Pickering. He stated that a 1988 application for a donut shop in this location was refused and asked why another application is being considered. He remarked that another donut shop could cause some existing shops to close. He presented petitions with 2,000 names of those opposed to this application along with a map showing the number of donut shops in Pickering. He requested that this by-law not be amended and the application not approved. c. Mary Aroukatos, 1118 Meadowlane Crescent stated that her parents have owned Donut World for 13 years and that the signed petitions which have been presented are from their existing customers. She suggested that new businesses are needed but not more donut shops. She requested advise on how to stop the building of more of these establishments. d. Kevin Sheridan, 1882 Bainbridge Drive remarked on the number of amendments being applied for on this application. He stated his concern over the consistent bombardment of donut shops. e. Bev Rossner, representing Northcal Inves tments Limited stated that she was here to protect the interests of the existing operator of the Family Food Fare Convenience Store. '-' f. Louise Abdou, wife of the operator of the Convenience Store stated that her husband has worked every day for the past 2 1/2 years and if this application goes through, their store will close and they will loose their home. She also stated her concern regarding the increased traffic which will be created on Pickering Parkway. g. Julie Wheeler, operator of Sun Dial Donuts stated that it is part of her job to layoff staff which she has had to do on numerous occasions recently. She stated that her hours have increased, sales are down and she has not had a pay increase for two years and if another donut shop is opened she will probably loose her job. - 3 - h. Rowland Cruche stated that the traffic on Brock Road is already bad and the approval of this application will create more traffic and the possibility of more accidents. ",. 1. Hakim Abdou, Manager of Family Food Fare stated that he has managed the convenience store for the past three years and has always followed the laws, whereas the Ultramar has broken them. He stated his concern over the increased traffic, the pollution and the possible loitering by teenagers. j. William Robert Mitchell stated that there are ten donut shops on Brock Road and another is not necessary and would create increased traffic congestion. k. Nancy Aroukatos, 1118 Meadowlane Crescent stated that she works in her parents donut shop (Donut World) but will loose her job if another donut shop is opened. 4.a. Tim Thompson representing Ultramar stated that this operation has been in business for nine years and convenience items have been sold from the beginning. ~ b. Noreen Dias, operator of the Ultramar stated that they were in violation due to ignorance of the law. She commented that if this application is denied, nine employees will be out of work and she will have to work 24 hours a day. 5. Lynda Taylor stated that there are further planning issues still to be looked at. (III) ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 26/92 (DRAFT PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM 18CDM-92008) KALMONI ESTABLISHMENTS INC. PART OF LOTS 7 AND 9. AND LOT 8. PLAN 432 1. An explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report No. 13/93, was given by Brendan Avery, Planner 2. 2. The Architect for Kalmoni Establishments Limited explained and displayed drawings of the proposed development. " 3.a. Shirley Pearson, 1267 Haller Avenue stated her concerns over the character of the neighbourhood, the increased traffic and privacy. She stated that they presently have beautiful trees and hedging in their backyard but with the approval of this application will be overlooking two condominium backyards. She requested that the existing trees and hedges remain as part of the landscaping. b. Anne Hansen, 831 Douglas Avenue stated her opposition to the amendment of the zoning by-law. She stated that they paid a premium price for their lot but that if this application is approved and they overlook semi-detached homes the value of their home will decrease. She also stated her concern with the potential trespassing of adults and children on her property. She remarked that she feels Kalmoni Establishments Inc. should abide by the zoning by-laws and she requested that this proposal not be approved. c. Dave Love, 1284 Old Orchard Avenue stated the he purchased his property in this area because all lots were large and that it would be ridiculous to build condominiums in an area with large, well established homes. He stated that they fought once before when a developer proposed a similar development. ~ d. Doug Dickerson, 1298 Ilona Park Road remarked that it was regretable that Mr. Kalmoni was not present at the meeting. He stated that the density should be in keeping with the present neighbourhood and that the development would be best with five or six singles. He stated his concern over the density, the increased traffic, the lighting and the undesireability to the existing neighbourhood. 4. w - 4 - The Architect for Kalmoni Establishments Limited remarked that they will be trying to maintain the existing hedging on the east side of the development and Old Orchard Avenue and will be looking into moving the visitors parking. 5. Lynda Taylor responded by stating that the site concerns and the parking and play area were issues still to be addressed. (IV) DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 18T-92023 ZONING BY-lAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 24/92 CALORA INVESTMENTS LIMITED PART OF LOT 18. CONCESSION 2 1. An explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report No. 15/93, was given by Chris Wong, Senior Planner. '-' ~ '-' 2. Klaus Layman, Planning Consultant with M.M. Dillon remarked that this application is consistent with the Official Plan. He stated that consideration is being given to pedestrian access and the street scape along Brock Road. He stated that they would like to see this application go through as quickly as possible. 3. Ron Starr, speaking on behalf of the owners directly south of the property in question stated that this application does not take into consideration the landowners to the north and south. He outlined his concerns regarding the floodlines and fill lines, the M.T.R.C.A. moving their lines back and the road pattern. He is also concerned with access to the greenbelt which does not seem to be provided for. He noted that the plan indicates a temporary access along a piece of land, which in his opinion, they do not own. He stated that a more comprehensive approach should be taken to an overall plan, not a block at a time. 4. Klaus Layman stated that they are well aware of the adjacent landowners and that the developer has been talking with the town staff for suggestions to expedite with the present landowners. He also remarked that the right-of-way is owned by Calora Investments Limited. 5. Cathy Rose stated that the Planning Department have recognized that the east side of Brock Road is a very important area and that many meetings have been held concerning this item. She outlined the issues still to be looked at and stated that Planning will be working with the landowners. (V) ADJOURNMENT OF STATUTORY PUBLIC MEETING The meeting adjourned at the hour of 8:50 p.m. Dated April 19,1993