HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 5, 2016 - PD Planning & Development
PJCKER1 N G Committee Meeting Minutes
December 5, 2016
7:00 pm - Council Chambers
Chair: Councillor Brenner
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Present:
Mayor Ryan
Councillors:
K. Ashe
M. Brenner
I. Cumming
B. McLean
D. Pickles
Also Present:
T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer
K. Bentley - Director, City Development & Chief Building Official
P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
C. Rose - Chief Planner
D. Shields - City Clerk
N. Surti - Manager, Development Review & Urban Design
D. Wylie - Principal Planner-Development Review
A. Mostert - Sr. Coordinator, Landscape & Park Development
L. Roberts - Committee Coordinator
(I) Disclosure of Interest
No disclosures of interest were noted.
(II) Delegations
1. Mary Evans, Ellen Mason, Brigitte Sopher
Whitevale Nature Park Committee
Re: Seaton Community
Brigitte Sopher appeared before the Committee on behalf of the Whitevale Nature Park
Committee and through the aid of a power point presentation, she outlined a proposal
which would promote the creation of a nature park, parking lot and trail head linking to
the Seaton Trail in a small section of Neighbourhood 18 within the Seaton
Development. She outlined the significant wetland areas, the typography, wetlands and
trails within the old quarry, noting the trails are well used by residents across the GTA.
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Mary Evans appeared before the Committee and continued the presentation, stating the
need to balance economic growth while protecting the Duffin Creek watershed to
preserve this for future and to support sustainable values. She outlined how the water
makes its way from the wetlands to the Duffin Creek Watershed, and noted a boardwalk
would be a worthy addition to enhance public access.
Ellen Mason appeared before the Committee, noting that the area proposed for a
natural park and wetland encompasses only 10% of the total area. She noted the
positive impacts which would enhance and protect the sensitive habitat and improve
access to the trail networks, as well as engage citizens.
A question and answer period ensued with Members seeking clarification on whether
these concerns have been relayed to the Province.
(Ill) Part "B" Planning & Development Reports
1. (Acting) Director, City Development, Report PLN 18-16
Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 15-005/P
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 18/15
Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2015-08
Draft Plan of Condominium Application CP-2015-03
Altona Land Development Corporation (Geranium Homes)
Part of Lot 33, Range 3, BFC
(1484 and 1498 Altona Road)
Laszlo Seres, 306 Sheppard Avenue, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, stating the proposed development frontages were
unacceptable and defeats the character of the neighbourhood. He noted concerns for a
loss of privacy. He stated Members must look to the future and the consequences of
this project, which could set a precedent for other developers. He stated this was not
consistent with the character of the neighbourhood, noting that single homes was the
only way to go.
Cy Durdle, 1497 Altona Road, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in opposition
to the application, also noting it was not consistent with the neighbourhood. He stated it
would not enhance the character of the established neighbourhood, and was not
consistent with the current low density area. He also stated concerns with sightlines,
sidewalks and driveways. He was in agreement that the area should be developed, but
that it be consistent with the neighbourhood.
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James Comeau, 1478 Altona Road, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, stating it should remain low density. He noted concerns
that his property would not be protected from vehicles and also was concerned with
respect to how drainage would affect his property.
Haitao Liu, 274 Richardson Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
agreement with his neighbours that the area should remain low density.. He stated that
when changing from low to medium density, additional parking requirements should be
taken into consideration. Currently the streets are full of cars with insufficient visitor
parking and questioned where the overflow would go. He also noted that the inclusion
of another walkway was unnecessary.
Joe Pacione, 331 Sheppard Avenue, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, noting he would be in favour of ten homes, as opposed to
the 22 being proposed. He felt that would be more consistent with the current homes in
the area. He also noted the current traffic chaos and asked for leadership, as the area
would like to remain low density.
Timo Anttila, 311 Sheppard Avenue, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, also noting his desire to see the area remain low density.
Peter Shaver, 266 Richardson Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, noting they had attended previous meetings and had their
voices heard, but felt they were not being taken into consideration. He also stated there
is currently a walkway, and that the addition of another one makes no sense.
Dan Farren, 1485 Altona Road, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in opposition
to the application, noting he also was in agreement with ten homes, noting the number
of stories should be taken down from three to two due to shadowing.
Antoinette Charles-Owen , 301 Littleford, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, noting concerns for the increased volume of traffic,
explaining the current problems with traffic, noting difficultly in exiting her driveway. She
felt that Littleford would get the overflow parking creating safety concerns. She also
stated her opposition to high density units, noting ten houses would be more in keeping
with the neighbourhood.
Steve Alexiadis, 278 Richardson Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application and 22 homes, noting privacy concerns. He also
questioned why the trees had been removed from the lot beside him, and the process
involved with respect to the disposition of the City owned land.
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Resident appeared to support the neighbours concerns with respect to this application.
Charlie Slack, 255 Richardson Street, appeared before the Committee in opposition to
the application, noting concerns with density as well as the position of the proposed
development, with two schools in the area. He stated traffic would be a huge issue and
encouraged Members to walk the neighbourhood prior to making any decisions.
Helve Seres, 306 Sheppard Avenue, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application. She questioned with an additional 22 units, where the
children would play. She also felt the residents were not being kept informed and noted
she had a petition with 44 signatures of residents that were not notified of this meeting
and provided it to the City Clerk. She also noted the website had not provided any
updates on the traffic strategy reports, noting that safety still impacts the residents. She
noted her opposition to 22 townhouses, noting 10 homes would be consistent with the
area.
Tank Alam, 298 Twyn Rivers, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in opposition
to the application. He noted safety concerns with respect to the current traffic in the
area, noting numerous near misses which happen almost daily, as cars do not slow
down. He stated this would only increase the situation with additional homes and young
children in the area.
Debbie Chin, 330 Granby Court, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, stating her desire to see the development kept at 10
homes. She stated that currently with traffic at peak times, it is difficult to exit the cul de
sac, noting Altona Road is a main corridor to 407, She also questioned where the
garbage trucks would be able to turn around. She noted concerns with the homes
being so close to the road, with no room for landscaping or placing out garbage.
Helen Golding-Hill, 272 Richardson Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee
in opposition to the application. She noted her concern for the safety of children as well
as the height, density and traffic. She noted the current chaos around the schools in
the morning.
Brian Tomlinson, 1475 Altona Road, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application. He stated that parking issues already exist, and noted he
had the same concerns as the other delegations, asking Members to think about long
term planning.
Glenn Flowers, 1085 Rouge Valley Drive, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, noting he did not want to see townhouses. He also noted
concerns for traffic and safety issues.
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Cheryl Shindruk, Geranium Homes, appeared before the Committee on behalf of the
application in support of the application and to respond to questions raised. '
A discussion period ensued with Members raising questions regarding garbage pick up,
the walkway proposal, drainage, safety and traffic studies. Clarification was also sought
on the design, and whether shading studies had been done. Also discussed were
property values and park facilities.
Joan Chivers, 264 Richardson Street, appeared before the Committee in opposition to
the application noting traffic concerns, with speeding in the area. She stated that Twyn
Rivers would be impacted by the end of the day commute with the additional traffic,
stating that traffic issues would have to be considered for the new purchasers. She also
stated concerns with respect to garbage pick up as well as emergency vehicles,
questioning how they would enter the area. She also questioned the removal of trees
as well as the process involved with the sale of the land, as a neighbour had expressed
interest in purchasing on numerous occasions. She also stated that the school yards
are currently being used with soccer, basketball and baseball.
Robert Owen, 301 Littleford Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee,
informing Members that this development should not depend on the schools as park
space because schools have liability issues with after hours use of school property,
noting they must have supervision.
Gary Hill, 272 Richardson Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, noting Members should listen to the residents.
Rehad Rizvi, 262 Richardson Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, noting there were numerous questions not being
answered. He also asked for clarification on buffering, and the difference in values
should the development be comprised of ten homes rather than the 22 proposed. He
also questioned the disposition of land and whether this would be setting a precedent to
redevelop the entire area.
A discussion period ensued with respect to the zoning approvals, disposition of land
and planning processes. Members sought clarification on garbage pickup, emergency
services as well as the notification process as well as what was happening with the
trees.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cumming
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1. That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 15-005/P, submitted by
Altona Land Development Corporation, to re-designate the lands being Part of
Lot 33, Range 3, BFC, from "Urban Residential Areas— Low Density Areas" to
"Urban Residential — Medium Density Areas" to allow a common element
condominium development consisting of 22 townhouse units, be approved, and
that the draft by-law to adopt Amendment 28 to the Pickering Official Plan as set
out in Appendix Ito Report PLN 18-16 be forwarded to Council for enactment;
2. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 18/16, submitted by Altona Land
Development Corporation to facilitate a residential common element
condominium development consisting of 22 townhouse units on lands being Part
of Lot 33, Range 3, BFC, be approved, and that draft Zoning By-law Amendment
as set out in Appendix II to Report PLN 18-16 be forwarded to Council for
enactment; and
3. That Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2015-08, submitted by Altona Land
Development Corporation, on lands Part of Lot 33, Range 3, BFC, to establish a
single development block to facilitate a common element condominium, as
shown on Attachment#2 to Report PLN 18-16, and the implementing conditions
of approval, as set out in Appendix III, be endorsed.
Carried
The Committee took a ten minute recess and reconvened at 9:15 pm.
2. (Acting) Director, City Development, Report PLN 19-16
Draft Plan of Condominium Application CP-2016-01
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 5/16
Madison Liverpool Limited
Block Q of Plan M-15, Parts 1 to 5, Plan WR74
(747 Liverpool Road)
Jennifer Maestre, KLM Planning Partners Inc. appeared before the Committee on
behalf of Madison Liverpool Limited in support of the application and to provide a
general overview of the application. She outlined the changes that were made, noting
the walkway would be conveyed to the two adjoining property owners. She also noted
she was in attendance to respond to questions raised.
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John Wingate, 1230 Ilona Park Road, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, noting his concerns for shadowing and densities. He also
noted safety concerns, with the homes so close to the street, combined with the volume
of traffic, stating that this would endanger the public. He also stated a need for safer
sightlines when pulling out of driveways and expressed concerns with an increase in the
number of residents in the area, with'only one exit, noting that this is an evacuation
corridor. He also noted this development is not in character with the area.
Bruce Bennett, 1320 Commerce Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, stating he prefers the area remain as is.
Jacqueline Smart, 829 Fairview Avenue, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the application, noting the design is not consistent with the current Bay
Ridges design. She stated it should be conducive to the surrounding areas which still
have original cottages. She also noted that the setbacks should be much further, and
noted concerns with parking and traffic on Liverpool.
Tracy Paris, 1322 Commerce Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in
opposition to the proposal, noting concerns for the increase in traffic, stating that
parking is currently terrible, noting she cannot park on her own street or exit her
driveway safely. She also had concerns for restricted access of emergency vehicles,
noting additional cars would be parking on the street. She felt this development would
decrease the value of the neighbourhood and that it would not fit in the area.
Cathy Hall, 1230 Ilona Park, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in opposition to
the application. She questioned how her front lawn became a bus stop, with parents
dropping off and picking up children in front of her home. She also noted a large volume
of pedestrian traffic.
Carol Cometa, 1325 Foxglove, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in opposition
to the application. She did note that while she was grateful for the concerns which had
been addressed, she noted more needed to be done. She stated that during summer
months, Liverpool sees bumper to bumper traffic, vehicular and pedestrian, which
needs to be addressed. She questioned whether speed bumps would alleviate some of
the issues.
Debbie Cumming, 1318 Commerce Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee
in opposition to the application, stating she felt the neighbourhood was losing it's
identity. She also noted her concerns for traffic, both pedestrian and vehicular and
requested that all concerns be considered to make it work for everyone.
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Resident appeared before the Committee to echo the concerns of the previous
delegations and noted concerns with respect to the design scheme, not being in line
with the area.
Discussion period ensued with questions raised regarding streetscapes, traffic and
sidewalks locations.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cumming
1. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 5/16, submitted by Madison Liverpool
Limited, to facilitate a residential common element condominium development on
lands being Block Q of Plan M-15, Parts 1 to 5, Plan WR74, be approved, and that
the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 19-16
be forwarded to Council for enactment;
2. That the community benefits to be provided by Madison Liverpool Limited
through the bonusing provisions of Section 37 of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990,
for lands being Block Q of Plan M-15, Parts 1 to 5, Plan WR74, be approved as
outlined in Report PLN 19-16, and included in the provisions of the implementing
Zoning By-law;
3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a Section 37
agreement with Madison Liverpool Limited to secure the improvement of the
Frenchman's Bay Ratepayers Memorial Park as outlined in Report PLN 19-16
prior to site plan approval, in accordance with Section 37 of the Planning Act
R.S.O. 1990, and on terms satisfactory to the Director, Corporate Services & City
Solicitor, which agreement shall be registered against title to the subject lands;
and
4. That a reserve fund entitled Section 37 be established to hold funds collected
under Section 37 of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990 for the improvement of the
Frenchman's Bay Ratepayers Memorial Park.
Carried
(IV) Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 10:10 pm.
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