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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 5, 2015 O Planning & Development _ �- Committee Meeting Minutes V��� �h� Monday, October 5, 2015 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Pickles Present: Mayor Ryan Councillors: K. Ashe I. Cumming R. Johnson B. McLean • D. Pickles Absent: J. O'Connell Also Present: T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor G. McGregor- (Acting) Director, City Development C. Rose - Chief Planner D. Shields - City Clerk J. Brooks - Manager, Policy & Geomatics N. Surti - Manager, Development Review & Urban Design R. Pym - Principal Planner,Strategic Initiatives L. Paray - Planner L. Roberts - Committee Coordinator (I) Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. (II) Part `A' Information Reports Nilesh Surti, Manager, Development Review & Urban Design, 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. City co = Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 5, 2015 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Pickles Information Report No. 06-15 Draft Plans of Subdivision Applications SP-2015-01, SP 2015-03, SP-2015-04, SP-2015-05, SP-2015-06 Zoning By-law Amendment Applications A 2/15, A 5/15, A 8/15, A 10/15 and A 11/15 Ontario Infrastructure and Land Corporation Seaton Community A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above-noted application. Ross Pym, Principal Planner, Strategic Initiatives, with the aid of a power point presentation, provided an outline of Information Report 06-15. He provided an overview of the five applications for the Seaton Community, explaining the various land uses within the developable areas and along Brock Road. He noted he would be available after the meeting to answer questions. He also explained the permitted uses for the buffer area surrounding Whitevale, explaining low intensity uses such as parks and schools, with no new residential development in this area. Emma West, planningAlliance, appeared before the Committee on behalf of Infrastructure Ontario, noting she was in attendance to receive comments from the residents. Lloyd Thomas, 489 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee, providing Members with a map, outlining where the trails come down from the 407 along North Road. He indicated the Old Quarry could be a potential site for a secondary trail head. He explained the ecological sensitivity of the area where the development was proposed, and questioned a better use for this land, which is a hub for trails. He stated this would be an ideal area for a trail head, as it head north into Rouge Park. He also stated parking is already inadequate in the area. He asked that Council request the Provincial Government to place this land into the greenbelt for use as a trail head, noting the influx of residents would have access to hiking and fishing. Rob Quig, 440 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee questioning what the proposed plan was for the Heritage Hamlet open space. He requested clarification on the use of a community park. Susan Wilson, 3245 North Road, appeared before the Committee noting her concerns regarding the impact on existing wells. She questioned whether an assessment would be done to ensure water protection for existing residents with the subdivision being to the north, and subsequent recourse should they experience water problems. 2 Citg ao ,q, Planning & Development ' � � Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 5, 2015 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Pickles Marion Thomas, 489 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee, noting some confusion with respect to the North Road development, questioning where exactly the development would be in proximity to the pit. She also noted concerns with respect to illegal dumping, stating the pits are a great place to walk and experience nature. She noted it was unclear where the Natural Heritage area is and where the residential and industrial development would be going, noting she would like to see a better plan. Ms. Thomas noted her support with the plan to build a trail head as well as the need for additional parking. She also stated her desire to see a car pool area in the Seaton development. Mrs. Douglas, 3230 Mulberry Lane appeared before the Committee noting her concerns with respect to trail head issues. She stated that currently there are a number of issues with respect to noise from dirt bikes and four wheelers. She stated this should be a quiet area, and requested justification for what the usage would be fcr the trail heads. Karen Hodson, 3555 Sideline 34, Green River, appeared before the Committee questioning whether the current residents would have an opportunity to upgrade to City water and sewer. Scott Finlayson, 3185 Altona Road, Whitevale, appeared before the Committee questioning whether an environmental assessment had been done and what the next steps were. Arzo Baig appeared before the Committee questioning the greenspace use and whether a wildlife impact study had been completed. Jennifer Krueger, 492 Churchwin Street, Whitevale, appeared before the Committee and also questioned whether City hook ups for water and sewer would be offered, as Whitevale residents are currently on wells and septic tanks. She also questioned what would happen in the event that the current residents experience problems with their wells. Mike Rowan, 75 Highway 7, Green River, appeared before the Committee questioning where the waste disposal site would be situated as well as traffic plans for Highway 7 as Seaton develops. Abel Wong, 540 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee questioning the open space areas and noting concerns with respect to noise, safety as well as traffic. He questioned whether the traffic studies were realistic or underestimated. He also noted concerns with respect to the impact on existing wells and water pollution due to construction. 3 City o0 Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes _ Monday, October 5, 2015 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Pickles Peter Rodrigues, 750 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee, stating this was the time for Council to take action to protect sensitive land. He stated more precision was needed to determine exact boundaries and questioned the number of housing units being proposed. Hyder Baig, 3181 Golf Club Road, Whitevale, appeared before the Committee, noting concerns with respect to the impact on underground streams with the digging around Whitevale and who would be responsible in the event their wells go dry. He also noted concerns with respect to safety, questioning whether fencing was being considered. Nicole Brewster, 335 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee noting concerns for the lands being proposed for school sites, questioning what the process would be should a school not be constructed. She also noted concerns with respect to a lack of parking, noting the area is heavily used and also questioned how the open space areas would be utilized. Emma West reappeared in response to questions raised, noting that the concerns would be discussed in more detail once all comments had been received, including agency comments such as TRCA and the Region of Durham. A question and answer period ensued with respect to the Quarry, infrastructure for additional roads to move traffic in and out of the area on main roads such as Brock and Taunton. Information Report No. 07-15 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 13/15 Steele Valley Development Limited Part of Blocks A and B, Plan M-998, and Part of Lot 22, Concession 1 Parts 1 to 5, 12, 18 to 23, 40R-8184 (1300 Kingston Road) City of Pickering A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above-noted application. Lalita Paray, Planner I, with the aid of a power point presentation, provided an outline of Information Report 07-15. Scott Waterhouse, Planner for GHD Limited, appeared before the Committee on behalf of the applicant, providing a brief overview of public comments received to date. He noted the application was in compliance with the City's Official Plan policies and vision for the City Centre. He stated they were willing to work with staff to address any concerns and noted he was available to answer any questions. 4 o4 Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 5, 2015 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Pickles John Dallas, 1331 Glenanna Road, appeared before the Committee, noting numerous concerns with respect to the application. He stated his concerns regarding increased waste and odours resulting from fast food outlets and the resulting secondary concerns such as pests and noise from late night pick ups. He questioned how frequently the waste would be removed and the area cleaned. He also questioned security and control of traffic in the area. He felt the area should be preserved as a residential home environment. Michael Reid, 1331 Glenanna Road, appeared before the Committee representing DCC 44 Condominium Corporation. He noted the main area of concern was with respect to the shared watermain. He stated a shared services plan needed to be in place prior to any amendments to the zoning by-law. He stated this development would add an increased strain to the existing infrastructure, which has broken twice in the past two to three years, leaving residents without water. He also stated concerns regarding trespassing and resulting litter in the area. Beverley Leca, 1331 Glenanna Road, appeared before the Committee, noting water concerns were a big issue, stating that if development is allowed, a shared service plan would be required. She stated that heavy trucks would put excessive strain on the existing infrastructure. She also noted concerns with respect to security in the area, noting two fitness centres and one grocery store already exist within a five minute walk. Allen Smoskowitz, Steele Valley Development Limited, appeared before the Committee stating the watermain is currently shared by three properties, two commercial properties as well as the condo corporation. He noted he was available to answer any questions. A brief question and answer period ensued. (Ill) Part `B' Planning & Development Reports 1. Director, City Development, Report PLN 12-15 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 9/15 Kingsett Brookdale Centre Inc. Concession 1, Part Lots 23 and 24, 40R-25448 Parts 1, 2, 4 to 37, 44 to 47 and Parts 3 and 38, 40R-6862 Parts 2 and 3, and 40R-10821 Part 1 except 40R-25266 Parts 1 to 6 (1105 Kingston Road) Diana Mercier, Hunter& Associates Ltd., appeared before the Committee on behalf of the applicant, noting she was available to respond to any questions raised. 5 o0 Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes ONtlatiIeC Monday, October 5, 2015 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Pickles Recommendation Moved by Mayor Ryan Seconded by Councillor McLean That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 9/15, submitted by Kingsett Brookdale Centre Inc., to remove the floor area restriction for a food store use and to permit a seasonal outdoor garden centre accessory to a food store use on lands being Concession 1, Part Lots 23 and 24, 40R-25448 Parts 1, 2, 4 to 37, 44 to 47 and Parts 3 and 38, 40R-6862 Parts 2 and 3, and 40R-10821 Part 1 except 40R- 25266 Parts 1 to 6, be approved, and that the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 12-15 be forwarded to Council for enactment. Carried 2. Director, City Development, Report PLN 13-15 Conservation Authorities Act Review Discussion Paper Comments on existing legislative, regulatory and policy framework for Conservation Authorities Recommendation Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That the comments contained in Report PLN 13-15 with respect to the Conservation Authorities Act(CA Act) Review Discussion Paper (Environmental Registry posting 012-4509, dated July 20, 2015) be endorsed, and that the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry be requested to: a) reinforce its role as the "one-window" Ministry for providing a consistent approach and establishing minimum service levels for all conservation authorities in Ontario; b) establish an integrated approach to watershed management by consolidating legislation that affects conservation authorities, and by clearly defining and articulating the responsibilities of conservation authorities in relation to those of municipalities; and c) increase transfer payments to address inequity in funding between conservation authorities, and to reflect the Province's role as an important partner in integrated watershed management; and 6 Ca,/ 00 = Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes EESNOVI1it Monday, October 5, 2015 7:00 pm — Council Chambers. Chair: Councillor Pickles 2. Further, that a copy of Report PLN 13-15 and Pickering Council's resolution on the matter, be forwarded to the Region of Durham, other Durham Area Municipalities, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, and the Ministry of Environment and.Climate Change. Carried 3. Director, City Development, Report PLN 14-15 Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2014-04 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 11/14 K. Lazaridis and Louisville Homes Ltd. Part Lot 31, Concession 2, Parts 1 and 2, Plan 40R-28483 (452 Finch Avenue) City of Pickering Recommendation Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Cumming 1. That Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2014-04, submitted by K. Lazaridis and Louisville Homes Ltd., on lands being Part Lot 31, Concession 2, Parts 1 and 2, Plan 40R-28483, to establish a residential plan of subdivision consisting of 4 lots for 1 detached dwelling and 6 semi-detached dwellings, and a block for a road widening, as shown on Attachment#3 to Report PLN 14-15, and the implementing conditions of approval, as set out in Appendix I, be endorsed; and 2. Further, that Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 11/14, submitted by K. Lazaridis and Louisville Homes Ltd., to implement the Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2014-04 be endorsed with the provisions contained in Appendix II to Report PLN 14-15, and that staff be authorized to finalize and forward the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment to Council for enactment. Carried (IV) Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 9:00 pm. 7