Evan Manning, Senior Heritage Planner, introduced this item as related to a failing cedar roof at 22 David Gohn Circle. Mr. Manning advised that the property owners have reported that cedar shingles have become extremely expensive and that they are exploring composite cedar shingles as an alternative. Mr. Manning noted that there is no District Plan to guide alterations within Heritage Estates as it is not a heritage conservation district and expressed concern that if composite cedar shingles are not permitted, owners may install asphalt shingles as a lower cost alternative. Mr. Manning confirmed that Staff are supportive of composite cedar shingles in this case, advising that this material has improved in appearance and provides a convincing facimile of true cedar.
The Committee asked if this material has been used before. Mr. Manning confirmed that this would be the firsttime composite cedar shingles will be used in Heritage Estates but advised that Staff have received samples from the manufacturer and believe them to be very similar in appearance. Mr. Manning also noted that the composite cedar shingles would last longer than true cedar which is an added benefit.
The Committee asked if there are other colours of the composite cedar shingles that appear more weathered than the one in the Staff report. Mr. Manning confirmed that there are other colour options which Staff and the Owner could explore.