DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
COMMITTEE
2001-06-19
Meeting No. 12
PART A
Attendance
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J.
Baird, Director of Planning
A.
Brown, Director of Engineering
I.
Jones, Director of Economic Development
S.
Chait, Director, Corporate Quality and
Effectiveness
M.
Scott, Executive Coordinator
L.
Irvine, Manager, Urban Design
T.
Lambe, Manager, Policy Planning
L.
Duoba, Project Co-ordinator
D.
Clark, Town Architect
K.
Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The
Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 11:15 a.m. in the Canada
Room with Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair.
DISCLOSURE
OF INTEREST - none declared
1. MARKHAM
CENTRE UPDATE
a) STAFF AND APPLICANT PRESENTATION
b) STAFF PRESENTATION - NEXT STEPS (10.0)
Staff reviewed
the status of proposed development for the Tenstone, Remington and Sciberras
Road precincts within the Markham Centre, highlighting transportation/transit
components and discussing compliance with smart growth policies.
Rudy Buczolits
and the Remington Team presented renderings and gave an overview of the
Downtown Markham Centre Plan. Discussions included the Open Space Master Plan,
Kelman Lake, parking, and the LTR system.
David Clark,
Town Architect, reviewed the Tenstone proposal, discussing some issues of
concern - building height and street relationship - and advising of technical
reports to be submitted for review. He advised work sessions will be held with
the applicant over the summer, with a Public Meeting tentatively scheduled for
the end of August, 2001.
Lilli Duoba,
Project Coordinator, reviewed progress on the Sciberras Road Precinct Plan,
with respect to the OMB pre-hearing conference held on June 1, 2001, and the 5
day hearing scheduled for October 29, 2001.
Staff advised
that monthly updates regarding Markham Centre will be given, alternating
between the Markham Centre Steering
Committee and the Development Services Committee, commencing after August 20,
2001. A Public Information Meeting regarding the Markham Centre and the
Sciberras Road Precinct Plan is tentatively scheduled for September 13, 2001.
The Committee
discussed timing - that projects of this nature can take up to 50 years to
develop. Concern was expressed that north and south sides of Highway 7 should
have comparable streetscapes, and a range of housing be provided. The Committee
indicated they are pleased with the commitment shown by the applicants, and by
the work done by staff.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
presentations by staff, and by Rudy Buczolits and the Remington Team with
respect to Markham Centre, be received.
2. ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS PLAN UPDATE
- YEAR TWO, STAFF PRESENTATION
(10.16)
Regional
Councillor B. O'Donnell assumed the Chair for the Economic Development item.
Ian Jones,
Director of Economic Development, made a presentation regarding the Economic
Development Business Plan - Year Two. He emphasised the impressive profile of
the Town of Markham and its unique opportunities. Discussions included
Provincial funding and initiatives, and development of partnerships with
various companies. The Committee indicated that the ties with GTMA need to be
strengthened.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the presentations
by Ian Jones, Director of Economic Development, with respect to the Economic
Development Business Plan update, be received.
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The
Development Services Committee recessed at 1:00 p.m. and re-convened at the
hour of
1:05
p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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PART B
Attendance
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J. Livey,
Chief Administrative Officer
J.
Baird, Director of Planning
A.
Brown, Director of Engineering
I.
Jones, Director of Economic Development
B.
Crews, Manager of Special Projects
D.
Clark, Town Architect
J.
Bosomworth, Project Co-ordinator
K.
Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The
Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 1:05 p.m. in the Council
Chambers with Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair. Regional Councillor T. Wong
assumed the Chair at 2:30 p.m., when Councillor McKelvey left the meeting.
DISCLOSURE
OF INTEREST
Councillor
Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to the proposed Architectural
Control Guidelines for Kindwin Markham Limited, by nature of representing the
owner of Kindwin Markham Limited, and did not take part in the consideration or
discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
Councillor
Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to the Site Plan application by
1351965 Ontario Limited at 17 Laidlaw Boulevard, by nature of representing the
owner of 1351965 Ontario Limited, and did not take part in the consideration or
discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
REQUESTS
FOR IDENTIFICATION OF DEPUTATIONS
REGARDING
MATTERS ON THIS AGENDA
3. TORMINA - MARKHAM INC. 14TH AVENUE AND MCCOWAN, STREET
NAMES REQUESTED FOR PLAN OF SUBDIVISION (SU.98-216513) (10.14)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the following names requested by Tormina - Markham Inc. for a Plan
of Subdivision near the north-west corner of 14th Avenue and McCowan
Road (SU.98-216513), be approved:
- Tormina Court;
- Redkey Drive;
- Ramsgate Court;
- Boxhill Road;
- Dunnet Street; and
- Weedon Road.
4. TOWN
OF MARKHAM ALLIANCES (10.16)
Ian Jones, Director
of Economic Development, discussed other possible Economic Development alliances, and advised he will be reviewing
the policy regarding procedures for alliance requests.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Alliance
Agreement be forwarded to Nordlingen to formalize our cultural and heritage
ties with Nordlingen;
And that Council
respond to the Foreign Affairs Office of Wuhan City, advising that Markham has
already established formal ties with Wuhan City and that a Memorandum of
Understanding has already been signed.
5. ARCHITECTURAL
CONTROL GUIDELINES
KINDWIN MARKHAM LIMITED, IN THE BERCZY COMMUNITY (10.0)
Councillor
Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to the proposed Architectural
Control Guidelines for Kindwin Markham Limited, by nature of representing the
owner of Kindwin Markham Limited, and did not take part in the consideration or
discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the control guidelines entitled "Architectural Control
Guidelines" for Kindwin Markham Limited in the Berczy Community, dated May
16, 2001 attached as Appendix 'A', 2001, be approved.
6. THE STIVER TENANT HOUSE, 9719 TO 9721
KENNEDY ROAD
DESIGNATION UNDER PART IV OF THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT
(16.11.3)
RECOMMENDATION:
That Heritage
Markham's recommendation to designate the Stiver Tenant House at 9719 to 9721
Kennedy Road under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act be approved;
And that the
Clerks Department be authorized to:
- publish and serve Council's Notice of
Intention to Designate as per the requirements of the Act; and
7. THE GEORGE F. KELLY HOUSE, 8992
WOODBINE AVENUE
DESIGNATION UNDER PART IV OF THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT
(16.11.3)
RECOMMENDATION:
That Heritage
Markham's recommendation to designate the George F. Kelly House at 8992
Woodbine Avenue under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act be approved;
And that the
Clerks Department be authorized to:
- publish and serve Council's Notice of
Intention to Designate as per the requirements of the Act; and
8. GREENSBOROUGH INTERIM SANITARY
SERVICING REQUEST (5.5)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Greensborough Developers Group (the
Group) be permitted to utilize, on a temporary basis, the Exhibition Creek
sanitary sewer system to a flow equivalent to a population of 1246 people and
to install a temporary storage facility to provide interim sanitary servicing
for the west drainage area (4300 population) subject to the Group entering into
an agreement where they acknowledge and agree to the following conditions;
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To obtain easements,
construct, maintain, monitor, and ultimately remove the temporary sewer
connection and storage facility to the satisfaction of the Town.
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To reconnect to the
Region’s 16th Ave. trunk sanitary sewer as and when it becomes
available.
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To indemnify and save
harmless the Town against damages, claims, actions etc. related to this
proposal.
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To secure these works as
required by the Town.
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To pay for such works
with the understanding that the works will not be eligible for credits under
the Town’s Development Charges By-Law.
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That the Core Servicing
for Greensborough Phase 1 be completed to the satisfaction of the Town prior to
the interim facilities being put into service.
And that the
Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement with the Greensborough
Developers Group for interim servicing.
9. TRAKS COMMUNICATIONS, 21 MAIN STREET
AND
65 UNIONVILLE GATE, ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT FOR TWO
AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIPS AND SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR PHASE
ONE CONSTRUCTION (ZA.00-229285, SC.01-103348) (10.5, 10.6)
Staff gave an
overview of the applications for zoning by-law amendment and site plan approval
submitted by Traks Communications, for two automobile dealerships at 21 Main
Street and 65 Unionville Gate, and reviewed adjustments made as a result of
public concerns.
Jim Stewart of
Cosburn Patterson Mather Limited, representing the applicant, displayed site
plans. He advised that to manage street parking and loading concerns, the
Kennedy Road access will be used, below-grade parking spaces will be provided,
and off-site storage of cars with 3-vehicle carrier shuttles will be used.
Discussions included the treatment of the watercourse.
Anne McKinnon,
representing the Village of Unionville Property Owners Association, suggested
that the concerns of Main Street Unionville are not being addressed, and that
truck traffic and parking restrictions are not being enforced. The Committee
directed staff to advise By-law Enforcement of Ms. McKinnon's concerns.
Glenn De
Baeremaeker, representing Save the Rouge Valley System, advised he is in
support of the application, and expressed appreciation to the applicant and
staff for a successful compromise.
Tupper
Wheatley of Milne Park Conservation Association, advised he is in support of
the application. Jim Stewart responded to Mr. Wheatley's questions regarding
stormwater management and flood proofing. Maintenance of the privately-owned
watercourse was discussed.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
record of the Public Meeting held October 3, 2000, with respect to the zoning
by-law amendment submitted by Traks Communications to permit two automobile
dealerships located at 65 Unionville Gate and 21 Main Street Unionville, File
ZA.00229285, be received;
And that the lands comprising 21 Main Street Unionville and 65
Unionville Gate be rezoned (HOLD) Community Amenity Area under By-law 122-72 to
permit a maximum of two automobile dealerships, subject to the lands comprising
the minor tributary that currently runs through lands remaining open and zoned
as Open Space (O1);
And that the proposed Zoning By-laws attached as Appendices ‘B’ and ‘C’
be enacted without further notice;
And that removal of the HOLD provision on the CA zoned lands be subject
to the applicant obtaining approval from the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority and the Region of York for the relocation and redesign of the minor
tributary;
And that the site plan application (SC.01-103348) for the lands
comprising 65 Unionville Gate and 21 Main Street Unionville be approved to
permit the phase one construction of one automobile dealership (65 Unionville
Gate), and redesign of the parking area and site circulation for the existing
automobile dealership at 21 Main Street Unionville, subject to the following
conditions:
1.
The applicant enter into
a Site Plan Agreement with the Town.
2.
That the Site Plan
Agreement include provisions for satisfying Town Departments including all
requirements of the Director of Engineering, the Fire Department and the Waste
Management Department.
3.
That a Landscape Plan,
prepared by a Landscape Architect having O.A.L.A. membership, be submitted for
approval by the Commissioner of Development Services.
4.
The applicant shall
construct sidewalks along the entire Unionville Gate and Kennedy Road frontages
at no cost to the Town, and in accordance with plans approved by the Town and
the Region of York.
5.
The applicant shall pay
the cost recovery associated with the construction of a trunk watermain on
Unionville Gate
6.
Prior to execution of
the Site Plan Agreement, the applicant shall convey to the Town free of costs
and encumbrances, lands along the Unionville Gate frontage to provide a
sufficient right-of-way to accommodate a basic four lane cross-section
collector road, and intersection improvements that may be required for turning
lanes.
7.
The applicant shall
contribute to downstream stormwater quality control retrofit projects in the
amount of $21,855.77 per impervious hectare of developable land, or provide
equivalent on-site stormwater quality control, plus spill control based on
impervious ground area as required by provincial policy.
8.
If required, the
applicant shall convey to the Region a road widening along the entire frontage
of the subject lands, adjacent to Kennedy Road, of sufficient width to provide
18.0 metres from the centreline of Kennedy Road, free of all costs and
encumbrances, to the satisfaction of the Regional Solicitor.
9.
That the Site Plan
Agreement contain provisions for payment by the applicant of all applicable
fees, recoveries, development charges and cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication.
10. The applicant is required to obtain approval from the Region of York
for the design of the access onto Kennedy Road, prior to execution of the Site
Plan Agreement.
11. That the Site Plan Agreement contain a clause requiring the
applicant to ensure that all employee parking is contained on-site.
12. In order to prevent undue noise pollution generated by loudspeaker
systems, the Site Plan Agreement shall contain a clause requiring that employee
paging systems for both automobile dealerships be provided through alternative
systems (i.e. Cellular paging).
13. And Further That the site plan approval will lapse after a period of
three years commencing Jun 19, 2001, in the event that a Site Plan Agreement is
not executed within that period.
14. And further, that the site plan approval
include a requirement that the applicant provide a commitment for parking and
off-loading to be contained on-site;
And further,
that Street Services be directed to investigate methods of restricting stopping
and parking on streets adjacent to automobile dealerships.
10. INTERIM
POLICY FOR TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES (10.0)
Staff confirmed that no comments had been received from other
telecommunications carriers.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
attached interim policy for telecommunication facilities be approved.
And that the
policy be reconsidered in the Fall of 2001, upon completion of the joint York/
Durham Municipalities Telecommunications Study.
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* Amended
by Council at its meeting held July 10, 2001 to add the following clause:
"And further that the matter of a
telecommunication tower on Doncaster Avenue be deferred."
11. TERMS OF REFERENCE & CONSULTANTS TO
IMPLEMENT
RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE MARKHAM TASK FORCE ON
AFFORDABLE HOUSING (10.7)
Regional
Councillor Wong, Chair of the Task Force on Affordable Housing, introduced
other member of the Task Force who were in attendance, Sam Bowman and Pamela
Roth. Regional Councillor Wong indicated he was satisfied with the staff
recommendations.
The Committee
directed that "Vision 2000" and "Engage 2026" be reviewed
by the consultant, and that the public at large, as well as key ratepayer
groups, should be consulted. The Committee indicated any public meetings held
should focus on how to move forward with implementation.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Terms
of Reference (Appendix ‘A’) for the
Project Consultant to assist the Town in the review and implementation of the
recommendations of the Task Force on Affordable Housing , be endorsed, with the inclusion of "Vision 2000" and
"Engage 2026" in Clause 1, as data to be reviewed by the consultant;
And That Price
Waterhouse Coopers be retained as Lead Consultant with assistance as required
from Mark Guslits Associates to assist Council and staff in developing a
program that includes input from the public at large and at least
one Public Information Meeting, to define the Town’s role in implementing
the Task Force Recommendations.
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12. 3170497 CANADA INC., GWL REALTY ADVISORS
INC.
55 EAST VALHALLA DRIVE, APPLICATION FOR SITE PLAN
APPROVAL FOR OFFICE BUILDINGS (SC.01-103709) (10.6)
Robert
Grossman of Adamson Associates, representing the applicant, presented site
plans and renderings of the proposed eight-storey twin buildings. In response
to the Committee's request, Mr. Grossman advised a retail component within the
parking structure is being considered for the future.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the Site Plan application #SC.01-103709 by 3170497 Canada Inc.
(GWL Reality Advisors Inc.) for two eight-storey office buildings at 55 East Valhalla
Drive, be approved subject to the following conditions:
1. That the Owner enter into
a site plan agreement with the Town;
2. That
the site plan agreement include provision for the payment by the Owner of all
applicable development charges, fees and recoveries;
3. That the owner submit a Landscape Plan,
prepared by a Landscape Architect having O.A.L.A. membership, for approval by
the Commissioner of Development Services, prior to execution of the site plan
agreement;
4. That garbage will be stored internally, to
the satisfaction of the Town’s Waste Management Department;
5. That
the Owner be required to pay for all costs associated with the relocation of
utilities within the right-of-way, as may be required;
6. That
the Owner will obtain approval from the York Region Transportation and Works
Department prior to commencing any work on the site or road allowance;
7. That
the plans be revised to show compliance with the zoning by-laws or minor
variances obtained from the Committee of Adjustment;
8. That
the site plan agreement include provisions for the Owner to participate in the
recommended future Transportation Management Association for this area;
9. And
further that the site plan approval will lapse after a period of three years
commencing June 19, 2001 in the event that a site plan agreement is not
executed within that period.
13. 1351965 ONTARIO LIMITED, 17 LAIDLAW
BOULEVARD
APPLICATION FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR INDUSTRIAL
BUILDING (SC.00-242501) (10.6)
Councillor
Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to the Site Plan application by
1351965 Ontario Limited at 17 Laidlaw Boulevard, by nature of representing the
owner of 1351965 Ontario Limited, and did not take part in the consideration or
discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
The Committee
had before it the staff report entitled "1351965 Ontario Limited,
Application for Site Plan Approval to permit a one-storey industrial building
at 17 Laidlaw Boulevard", dated June 19, 2001.
In response to
questions from the Committee, the representative of the applicant advised that
fence and noise barrier details are being negotiated with adjacent residents,
and that each unit contains a separate garbage enclosure, and that the units in
the building will be for rent and for sale. Staff advised if the units are to
be sold, a separate application for a Plan of Condominium will be required. The
Committee expressed concern for sufficient garbage storage facilities and
parking spaces
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT
application # SC.00-242501for site plan approval submitted by 1351965 Ontario
Limited to permit a one-storey industrial building at 17 Laidlaw Boulevard, be
approved, subject to the following conditions:
1. That prior to execution of the site plan
agreement, the applicant shall submit final drawings, and comply with all
requirements of the Town and authorized agencies, to the satisfaction of the
Commissioner of Development Services;
2. That the applicant enter into a site plan
agreement with the Town, which shall include all requirements of Town
departments and public agencies, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of
Development Services;
3. That the site plan agreement contain
provision for payment to the Town of all applicable fees, recoveries and
development charges;
4. That the applicant provide internal refuse
storage areas for each unit in the building, to the satisfaction of the
Director of Environmental Services;
5. That the applicant construct a 1.8 metre (6
ft.) privacy fence or a noise barrier if required along the east property line;
6. That the applicant complete a noise study for
the site and comply with its recommendations to the satisfaction of the
Director of Engineering;
7. That the applicant contribute to downstream
stormwater quality control retrofit projects in an amount to be determined by
the Director of Engineering;
8. And Further That the site plan approval will
lapse after a period of three years commencing June 19, 2001 in the event that
a site plan agreement is not executed within that period.
9. And that staff review the concerns identified by the Development
Services Committee with respect to the adequacy of garbage storage facilities
and parking spaces.
14. DELIVERY VEHICLES AND OFF-SITE LOADING
(5.0)
RECOMMENDATION:
That staff be
directed to present to the Environmental and Transportation Committee a review
of a 1998 staff report entitled "Obstruction of Arterial Roads, Unloading
of Sales Vehicles".
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Councillor McKelvey left the meeting at 2:30 p.m.
Regional Councillor Wong assumed the Chair
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15. EMPLOYMENT AREAS ZONING BY-LAW
(10.0) Bob Crews, ext. 3600
Bob Crews,
Manager of Special Projects, and Nick McDonald of the Planning Partnership,
made a presentation regarding the Employment Areas Zoning By-law. A discussion
paper dated March 15, 2001 was provided. Staff reviewed the process to date and
the benefits of consolidating the existing 22 by-laws into one. Discussions
included the creation of legally non-conforming situations and the options to
pre-zone, re-zone, or use 'Hold' provisions.
Staff advised
open house and informal presentations with landowners will be held from July to
September. Based on input received, a statutory Public Meeting is will be
scheduled for September or October, with enactment by Council in November or
December.
The Committee directed that
it be emphasised to the public that some industrial/commercial areas, being the
Cathedral Community, Markham Centre, Cornell, and the major commercial
designation along Markham Road south of Major Mackenzie Drive, will not be
rezoned until current development proposals are processed. The Committee
requested By-law # 1229 also be reviewed.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
presentation by Bob Crews, Manager of Special Projects, and Nick McDonald of
the Planning Partnership, regarding the Employment Areas Zoning By-law, be
received.
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The
Development Services Committee recessed at the hour of 3:05 p.m. and reconvened
at the hour of 7:10 p.m.
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Public
Meeting
Attendance
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J.
Baird, Director of Planning
S.
Heaslip, Project Co-ordinator
S.
Wiles, Planner
K.
Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The
Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 7:10 p.m. in the Council
Chambers with Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair.
16. MARKHAM
TRAILS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, BERCZY VILLAGE
LOTS 114 TO 135, PLAN 19T-95073, GLENBROOK DRIVE
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT REGARDING GARAGES (ZO.00246387) (10.5)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider
application #ZO.00246387 submitted by Markham Trails Limited Partnership,
Berczy Village, for a proposed zoning by-law amendment to provide an option for
the location of garages, on Lots 114 to 135, Plan 19T-95073, Glenbrook Drive.
Committee was
advised that 17 notices were mailed on May 30, 2001 and a public meeting sign
was posted May 28, 2001. No written submissions were received.
There
was no one in the audience with respect to this application, and the Committee
had no concerns.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the Record of the Public Meeting held on June 19, 2001, with respect to the
proposed amendment to By-law 177-96, as amended, be received;
And
that the application by Markham Trails Limited Partnership, (Berczy Village) to
amend By-law 177-96, as amended, be approved;
And
that the proposed amendment to By-law 177-96, as amended, be enacted without
further notice.
17. MARKHAM
TRAILS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, REGAL CRAFT HOMES
LOTS 69, 73, 86, 90, 103, 107 AND 163, PLAN 19T-95073
WESTCHESTER CRESCENT AND GABLE AVENUE, ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT REGARDING
GARAGES (ZO.01101309) (10.5)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider
application #ZO.01101309 submitted by Markham Trails Limited Partnership, Regal
Craft Homes, for a proposed zoning by-law amendment to allow a double car
garage on the dwelling units on Lots 69, 73, 86, 90, 103, 107 and 63, Plan
19T-95073, Westchester Crescent and Gable Avenue.
Committee was
advised that 33 notices were mailed on May 30, 2001 and a public meeting sign
was posted May 28, 2001. No written submissions were received.
There
was no one in the audience with respect to this application, and the Committee
had no concerns.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the Record of the Public Meeting held on June 19, 2001, with respect to the
proposed amendment to By-law 177-96, as amended, be received;
And
that the application by Markham Trails Limited Partnership, (Regal Craft Homes)
to amend By-law 177-96, as amended, be approved;
And
that the proposed amendment to By-law 177-96, as amended, be enacted without
further notice.
18. LAW
DEVELOPMENT GROUP, CORNELL, LTD., ASPEN RIDGE HOMES
EAST AND WEST SIDES OF FUTURE BUR OAK AVENUE,
BETWEEN DONALD SIM AVENUE AND RIVERLANDS AVENUE
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT FOR PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
(ZA.01-107649) (10.5, 10.7)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider
application #ZO.01-107649 submitted by Law Development Group, Cornell Ltd.,
Aspen Ridge Homes, for a proposed zoning by-law amendment and proposed plan of
subdivision, on a section of future Bur Oak Avenue.
Committee was
advised that 276 notices were mailed on May 30, 2001 and a public meeting sign
was posted May 30, 2001. No written submission were received.
Staff gave a brief explanation of the
proposal and the history of this development, the location of the subject site
and surrounding uses.
John Beresford, Architect, and Dan Leeming of
the Planning Partnership, were in attendance representing the applicant. They
displayed site plan and renderings and explained the mixed use proposal,
including carriage house structures. Discussions included facades, transit,
density, height, parking, snow storage, green space, and roof line issues.
The following members of the public spoke
regarding concerns for the proposal:
Eric Ball, 123 Walkerville Road; Kelly
McCalmont, 75 Walkerville Road; Steve Hood, 8 Pingel Road, Markham, L6B 1B7,
Adam Werrell, 133 Walkerville Road; Tim Strickland, 140 Cornell Park Avenue,
L6B 1B6, Mike Pryer, 146 Riverlands Avenue, Markham, L6B 1B6. Their concerns
involved building height, commercial uses, reduction of property values, sewage
capacity, screening for second floor balconies, roof style, and park lands.
Staff responded to comments from the public.
With respect to the commercial units, staff advised they would be placed in a
"Holding" zone category until detailed development plans are
approved, in the future. The phasing of area parks was reviewed. John Beresford
confirmed the plans do not include lofts, and that the windows shown above the
third floor are decorative. Discussions included the quality of the product and
the involvement of Law Development Group.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the Record of the Public Meeting held on June 19, 2001 with respect to the
applications by Law Development Group (Cornell) Limited to amend the Town's
Zoning By-laws and for residential plan of subdivision for the lands fronting
on future Bur Oak Avenue between Riverlands Avenue and Donald Sim Avenue, be
received;
And
that the application by Law Development Group (Cornell) Limited to amend By-law
304-87 and By-law 177-96, as amended, be approved;
And
that the proposed amendment to By-law 304-78 and By-law 177-96 be enacted
without further notice;
And
that the application by Law Development Group (Cornell) Limited for residential
plan of subdivision be referred back to staff for a report and recommendation;
And further that staff ensure residents who indicated an interest at
the Public Meeting held on June 19, 2001, be involved in the site plan approval
process.
ADJOURNMENT