DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES COMMITTEE
2002-05-07
Meeting No. 9
PART A - 11:00 a.m. - Canada Room
PART B - 1:00 p.m. - Council
Chamber
Attendance
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J. Livey, Chief Administrative
Officer
M.F.Turner, Commissioner of
Development Services
A. Taylor, Commissioner of
Corporate Services
J. Baird, Acting Commissioner of
Development Services
A. Brown, Director of Engineering
J. Wright, Director of Building
Standards
S. Chait, Director of Corporate
Strategy & Quality Office
P. Loukes, Director of Street
Services
V. Shuttleworth, Acting Director
of Planning
T. Lambe, Manager, Policy &
Research
D. Clark, Town Architect
J. Clohecy, Senior Project Manager
E. Valente, Supervisor, Zoning
K. Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of
11:20 a.m. in the Canada Room with Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair.
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Councillor Landon disclosed an interest with respect to item
# 13, the BRRAG Legislation, by nature of his son being employed by a builder,
and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of, or vote on the
question of the approval of such matter.
Councillor E. Shapero made the following statement:
"It
is my understanding that some members of council have questioned whether I have
a conflict with respect to the Jessamyn Holdings issue. In order to ensure and protect the
reputation of this council and myself, I sought legal council on this matter
back in June of 2001. I have been duly advised
in writing that I do not have a conflict or pecuniary interest in this matter
under the municipal act."
1. HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES -
ITEM # 44
ADDITIONAL PLANNING STAFF
MEMBER
HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE
(16.11)
RECOMMENDATION:
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* Amended by Council at
its meeting held May 14, 2002, to add the following preamble:
That the following recommendation
from the Heritage Markham Committee be referred to staff of the Commissioner of
Development Services for a further report:
"That, in consideration of the
increasing volume of heritage issues, members of Heritage Markham request that
Council of the Town of Markham reconsider its decision with respect to an
additional planning staff member for the Heritage Program;
And that the Thornhill Heritage
District Plan be reviewed to address areas of concern;
And that Town (Heritage Section)
staff be requested to develop a proposal for Heritage Markham’s consideration
that will set out guidelines identifying those issues that could be delegated
and processed by staff rather than Heritage Markham."
2. UP-FRONTING OF THE DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION
OF THE TOWN CENTRE PARK IN
GREENSBOROUGH (10.7)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the report dated May 7, 2002 from the Development Services
Commission, entitled “Up-fronting of the Design and Construction of the Town
Centre Park in Greensborough” be received;
And that Council approve the request by Greensborough Town Centre Ltd.,
to up-front the cost of design, construction and contract administration of the
Town Centre Park within Greensborough subject to the following conditions:
- That
Greensborough Town Centre Ltd., up-front the cost of the design,
construction and contract administration of the Town Centre Park estimated
at approximately $725,000.00 inclusive of all applicable taxes;
- That the Town
of Markham provide up to $175,000.00 towards this project from development
charges for park development under the understanding that Greensborough
Town Centre Ltd. contribute a minimum of $500,000.00 towards the
development of this park;
- That the Town
reimburse Greensborough Town Centre Ltd., for invoices paid to date on a
single lump sum basis for all approved costs associated with the design,
construction and contract administration, including all applicable taxes,
of the Town Centre Park up to a maximum of $175,000.00, less the 10%
holdback to be released to them upon final assumption of the park by the
Town, after sufficient Development Charges for park development have been
paid at the building permit stage for residential lots within the
Greensborough Community to warrant repayment in full to the maximum
allowable;
- That owners /
developers within the Greensborough Community, including Greensborough
Town Centre Ltd., not receive any credit towards park development charges
and continue to pay the park development charge at the building permit
stage for all present and future development phases of subdivisions within
the Greensborough Community;
- That
Greensborough Town Centre Ltd., hire a landscape architect who is a full
member of the OALA, and approved by the Town, to complete the park design,
prepare contract documents, and supervise construction to the satisfaction
of the Town;
- That
Greensborough Town Centre Ltd., tender out the construction of the park
works in accordance with Markham’s Purchasing By-law and include a 2 year
detailed maintenance contract for the park as part of the tendered works;
- That
Greensborough Town Centre Ltd., provide all costs for the maintenance of
the park to Town standards from the time that it is built, until such time
as the park would normally have been built in accordance with the Town’s
park development strategy for Greensborough which normally coincides with
the time when sufficient Development Charges for park development have
been collected within the Greensborough Community to warrant starting park
construction. The Town will not reimburse Greensborough Town Centre Ltd.
for costs associated with maintenance of the park;
- That funding
for this park to a maximum of $175,000.00 be included in the Urban Design,
Development Services Commission, 2003 Capital Budget submission.
3. STATUS REPORT ON THE THORNHILL MAIN
STREET STUDY (10.8)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the study
terms of reference attached as Appendix ‘A’ to the Development Services
Commission Report entitled “Status Report on the Thornhill Main Street Study”,
dated May 7, 2002, be endorsed;
And that staff be
authorized to proceed with consultant selection and commencement of the Study,
in accordance with provisions of the Purchasing By-law, with consultant fees to
an upset limit of $30,900 (inclusive of 3% GST) to be paid from Capital Budget
Account 080-5399-3524-005;
And further that
staff be authorized to expand the study area to include corresponding lands on
the west side of Yonge Street in the City of Vaughan subject to Vaughan
agreeing to participate in the Study and finance any additional consulting
fees.
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* Amended by Council at
its meeting held May 14, 2002, to add the following:
And further
that Councillors S. Daurio and E. Shapero and Regional Councillor F. Scarpitti
being included in the Thornhill Main Street Study process.
4. MARKHAM TRAILS - PHASE 3, 719429
ONTARIO LTD.
BERCZY VILLAGE COMMUNITY, DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
AND REZONING - 19TM-01008 (SU.01-109178, ZA.01-109190) (10.5, 10.7)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
Record of Public Meeting held on February 19, 2002, regarding the proposed plan
of subdivision and implementing zoning by-law, 19TM-01008, Files SU.01-109178 & ZA.01-109190, submitted by Markham
Trails - Phase 3 (719429 Ontario Limited - Markham Trails), Berczy Village
Community, be received;
And that the draft plan of subdivision
19TM-01008 prepared by PMG Planning Consultants, identified as Project No.
2124, Drawing No. 2124-dp03.dwg, dated, February 5, 2001, Revised April 2,
2002, be draft approved subject to the conditions of draft approval set out in
Appendix ‘A’ to the report dated May 7, 2002 and the following red-line
revisions:
- the
R.O.W. for Hillwood Street, east of Street A be increased to 17 metres.
- replace
the proposed semi-detached lot (units 24 and 25) located at the southwest
corner of the draft plan with a townhouse block containing three units.
- a
widening across the full frontage of the site where it abuts McCowan Road
of sufficient width to provide a minimum 18 metres from the centreline of
construction of McCowan Road.
- a 15
metre by 15 metre daylighting triangle at the northwest and southwest
corners of McCowan Road.
- an
additional 2 metre widening, 40 metres in length, together with a 60 metre
taper for the purpose of a southbound right turn lane at the intersection
of McCowan Road and Castlemore Avenue; and,
- a
0.3 metre reserve across the full frontage of the site where it abuts
McCowan Road and adjacent to the above noted widening.
And that the application to amend zoning
by-laws 304-87 and 177-96 be approved and the implementing by-laws, set out in
Appendix ‘B’ to the staff report dated May 7, 2002, be enacted with a Holding
provision, without further notice;
And that the applicant submits the required 30%
subdivision processing fee for the Phase 3 portion of the subdivision;
And that the Town reserves the right to revoke
or reallocate water allocation to the Draft Plan of Subdivision should the
development not proceed in a timely manner;
And that the draft plan not be signed by the
Director of Planning and the conditions of draft approval not be circulated
prior to the Town receiving conditions of draft approval from the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority.
5. SHORT TERM LAND SUPPLY FOR BUSINESS
PARK
EMPLOYMENT: REQUIREMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES (10.8)
Committee had before it a revised
recommendation, with the additional requirement of a staff report concerning
the lands on the north side of 14th Avenue.
Discussions included the implications
of the proposed Official Plan Amendment on the Rouge North Management Plan; the
Region's requirement for an Environmental Assessment for the Woodbine By-pass;
receiving confirmation of the Woodbine By-pass prior to expanding the urban
boundaries; and the three budget accounts from the ELTS.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
report entitled “Short Term Land Supply for Business Park Employment: Requirements and Opportunities”, dated May
7, 2002, be received;
And that
staff be authorized:
a)
to
incorporate consideration of the Hydro One lands north of 14th
Avenue and west of Warden Avenue into the process underway to prepare a
proposed Official Plan Amendment to redesignate lands for office and industrial
use in the Highway 407/Rodick Road area;
b)
to
extend the work program for the Official Plan Amendment identified in a),
to include the preparation of a Secondary Plan, subject to staff reporting back
to Council on terms of reference and consultant contract;
c)
to
include in the update of the Cornell Secondary Plan, a review of implementation
of the employment policies of the Plan including the potential for lands north
of Highway 407 and west of the Markham Bypass to be designated for office and
industrial use;
d)
subject
to concurrence by the Region of York that the Woodbine Avenue By-pass can and
will be delivered pursuant to Official Plan Amendments and related implementing
approvals, to
initiate the preparation of an Official Plan Amendment for lands between
Highway 404 and Woodbine Avenue, north of the Cathedral Community, to designate
lands for office and industrial use, at appropriate locations subject to
staff reporting back to Council on terms of reference including application
of Rouge North Management Plan criteria;
e)
to
request the Region of York to take account of the proposed business park uses
between Highway 404 and Woodbine Avenue north on the Cathedral Community at
appropriate locations, and to address the associated transportation system
requirements in the environmental assessment process currently underway for the
Woodbine Avenue bypass of Victoria Square; and,
f)
to
report further regarding the adoption of the Box Grove Secondary Plan;
And that the
above draft planning documents be prepared in consultation with Development
Services Committee and the Executive Management Team, to ensure consistency
with the Town’s Economic Development Strategy, particularly in relation to
achieving attractive, high quality business parks containing an appropriate mix
of employment uses and demonstrating appropriate standards of development;
And further that
staff bring forward an information report to the Development Services Committee
regarding the Official Plan Amendment to redesignate lands on the north side of
14th Avenue east of McCowan Road for office and industrial use that
was deferred in April, 2001, addressing the issues raised at the Public
Meeting;
And further that
the three current capital accounts for Employment Land Studies that total
approximately $437,849 be closed, and that further required staff reports
include details of the budget requirements to fund the above work before the
work proceeds.
6. MILLIKEN
MILLS MAIN STREET URBAN DESIGN STUDY:
STATUS REPORT ON CONSULTANT
SELECTION (10.8)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Development Services Commission
Report entitled “Milliken Mills Main Street Urban Design Study: Status Report
on Consultant Selection”, dated May 7, 2002, be received;
And that the Study proceed as outlined in
the report;
And further that consultant fees to an
upset limit of $48,410 (inclusive of 3% GST) be paid from the 2001Capital
Budget “Milliken Main Street”, Account No. 80-5399-3523-005.
7. CHINA SCIENCE PARK
INITIATIVE (10.16)
Staff gave
a brief presentation regarding the China Science Park Initiative.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the report entitled “China
Science Park Initiative” be received;
And That the Town authorize the
Director of Economic Development to proceed with the implementation of a
business mission to China at a cost not to exceed $15,000.00 to be funded from
the approved 2002 Business Travel account #610-9985201;
And Further That Regional
Councillor Wong and Sr. Business Development Officer Ted Northcott be approved
to participate in the business mission to China.
8. CORNELL SECONDARY PLAN AND OPEN SPACE
MASTER PLAN UPDATE - CONSULTANT SELECTION AND BUDGET (10.4)
RECOMMENDATION:
That Urban Strategies Inc. and associated sub-consultants
be retained to update the Secondary Plan and Open Space Master Plan for the
Cornell community;
And that staff be authorized to prepare a standard consulting contract, incorporating a final
work program acceptable to the Acting Commissioner of Development
Services, and a consultant budget not
to exceed $75,345 (inclusive of 3% GST);
And further that the consulting fees be paid from Capital
Budget Account No. 80-5399-3522-005.
9. GROUP
HOMES, RESOLUTION OF APPEAL OF BY-LAW 72-91 (10.0)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Development Services Commission Report
entitled “Resolution of Appeal of By-law 72-91 Regarding Group Homes, be
received;
And that Staff be authorized to finalize
the necessary Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law documents to reflect
the proposed revisions negotiated with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing as outlined in the Report;
And that the
revised documents be forwarded to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and the
Region of York for confirmation of acceptance of the negotiated revisions;
And that the
Region of York be requested to modify and approve the deferred sections of OPA
No.58 relating to the adopted Group Homes policies of OPA No.97;
And that the Town
Solicitor be authorized to request the Ontario Municipal Board to approve By-law 72-91 incorporating the revisions
agreed to by the Town of Markham and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing;
And that staff
undertake all necessary steps to conclude approval of the By-law by the Ontario
Municipal Board;
And that in
preparing a draft Registration By-law, staff be requested to report on the
process to notify Ward Councillors of proposed group homes;
And that the
Province be formally requested to not license any new group homes in Markham
until the Town has confirmed in writing that the proposed group home complies
with Town regulations, and until the licensing Ministry is satisfied that all
Provincial standards and protocols have been met, including those Provincial
protocols that pertain to informing the public of new group home proposals.
10. TELECOMMUNICATION - STREET FURNITURE
(10.0)
The matter of
telecommunication street furniture had been deferred from Council at its
meeting held on April 30, 2002, for a review by staff of correspondence from
Rick Engelhardt, Senior Planner & Municipal Liaison, Bell Canada.
The Committee had
before it a staff report dated May 7, 2002, entitled "Telecommunications -
Street Furniture", with correspondence attached from Rick Engelhardt,
Senior Planner & Municipal Liaison, Bell Canada, dated April 25, 2002.
Staff advised that the issues identified in the letter from Bell Canada have
been addressed, and confirmed that all issues of concern will be resolved prior
to commencement of the pilot project in the summer.
Committee discussed
the spacing of light standards and replacement of damaged furniture in other
areas. Staff agreed to approach the providers regarding retrofitting damaged
furniture. Committee directed that a staff report be provided to Development
Services Committee in late June, addressing the resolution of all issues and
opportunities for retrofitting.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the correspondence from Rick
Engelhardt, Senior Planner & Municipal Liaison, Bell, dated April 23, 2002,
and from John T. Armstrong, Director of Municipal & Industry Relations,
Rogers Cable, dated April 23, 2002, regarding telecommunication street furniture,
be received.
And that the
Director of Engineering's May 7, 2002 memorandum be received;
And that the utilization of the SkyCast-Trafalgar Pole as a pilot
project in the Grand Life plan of subdivision (19TM-01013) be endorsed in
principle subject to resolution of issues outlined in the report to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering and the Director of Street
Services;
And
that staff report back to Development Services Committee before beginning the
Trafalgar pilot project, as to the status of approvals for the Trafalgar Pole
and a policy for the treatment of utility pedestals.
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Other
matters dealt with by the Development Services Committee on May 7, 2002:
11. EMPLOYMENT LANDS REPORT (10.8)
Staff gave a
presentation regarding Business Park Lands. Staff reviewed the past and
forecast 20 year population and employment growth in Markham, the potential
Business Park land supply, and requirements to 2011. Trends and directions were
identified, and it was noted that Markham is recognized as a highly desirable
"corporate address". There are approximately 1400 - 1500 acres of
potential Business Park land available, subject to Town approvals.
Committee and staff
discussed concerns expressed by residents in the 14th Avenue area,
and the potential implementation of the Rouge Park Management Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff
presentation regarding the Business Park Lands Report be received.
12. MARKHAM
TOWN CENTRE (10.8.1)
Staff gave a presentation regarding
Markham Town Centre. Staff provided a brief synopsis of the evolution of
Markham Centre and the study process, and reviewed that the goal is to create
an inspiring plan of a vibrant, human scale, mixed use community. The 10 key
principles forming the basis of the plan were presented, and along with the
implementation framework, will be provided in depth in a staff report scheduled
to be brought to Development Services Committee on May 21, 2002. Staff advised
a Markham Center Advisory Committee meeting had been held on May 6, 2002.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff presentation regarding
Markham Town Centre be received.
13. BUILDING REGULATORY REFORM ADVISORY GROUP
(BRRAG) LEGISLATION (13.2)
Councillor Landon disclosed an interest with respect to the
BRRAG Legislation, by nature of his son being employed by a builder, and did
not take part in the consideration or discussion of, or vote on the question of
the approval of such matter.
The Committee was provided with a
Memorandum dated May 2, 2002, from John Wright, Director of Building Standards,
regarding Bill 124 - Building Code Statute Law Amendment Act, 2001.
Staff gave a presentation, outlining
draft recommendations on proposed changes to Bill 124, recommendations relating to forthcoming
implementation regulations, and summarizing proposed amendments to the Building
Code Act, 1992 and the Planning Act. Staff were looking for a level of understanding with the Committee
regarding the recommendations in the Memorandum, so that a submission can be
made to meet the Province's legislative timetable. A draft letter to the
Minister of Municipal Affairs, outlining the concerns of the Director of
Building Standards was provided.
A more comprehensive staff report is
scheduled to be provided to the Committee at its meeting of May 21, 2002, and a
further report will be provided once the legislation has passed, with respect
to its implications.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff presentation regarding
BRRAG be received.
14. MAIN STREET MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- MARCH 20, 2002 (16.39)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the main Street Markham Committee
meeting, held March 20, 2002, be received for information.
15. HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- APRIL 10, 2002 (16.11)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the Heritage Markham Committee meeting,
held April 10, 2002, be received.
16. HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES - ITEM
# 20
REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK, 10192 NINTH LINE
ABANDONED HERITAGE DWELLING, JOSHUA MILLER HOUSE (16.11)
The Committee had the following correspondence, with respect
to the Heritage Markham Committee minutes (April 10, 2002) and 10192 Ninth
Line, the Joshua Miller House:
1) Mai Koster
of Emery Investments, dated May 6, 2002, requesting deferral of this item, to
allow for discussions with staff
and Council members;
2) Response
from Regan Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage Planning, dated May 6, 2002;
3) Response
from Mai Koster, dated May 6, 2002.
RECOMMENDATION:
That correspondences from Mai Koster of Emery Investments,
dated May 6, 2002, requesting deferral of this item and responding to staff, be
received;
And that the request by Heritage Markham Committee (April
10, 2002) regarding 10192 Ninth Line, the Joshua Miller House, be referred to
staff for appropriate action.
17. PUBLIC ART POLICY STEERING COMMITTEE
MINUTES
- FEBRUARY 18, 2002
- MARCH 18, 2002 (16.34)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the Public Art Policy Steering Committee
meetings, held February 18, 2002, and March 18, 2002, be received for
information.
18. THORNHILL
SUBCOMMITTEE MINUTES, APRIL 23, 2002
NAMING OF MCLAREN
PARK/SIMONSTON PARK (6.3, 16.16)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the Thornhill Subcommittee meeting, held
April 23, 2002, regarding the naming of McLaren Park/Simonston Park, be
received for information.
19. UNIONVILLE SUBCOMMITTEE MINUTES, APRIL
29, 2002
FIRKIN PUB, 175 MAIN STREET
UNIONVILLE (10.6, 16.14)
Correspondence was provided from
Donald C. Hindson, Solicitor representing the Unionville Villagers Association,
dated May 7, 2002, with respect to the Firkin Pub, 175 Main Street, Unionville.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the correspondence from Donald
C. Hindson, Solicitor representing the Unionville Villagers Association, dated
May 7, 2002, with respect to the Firkin Pub, 175 Main Street, Unionville, be
received;
And that the minutes of the
Unionville Subcommittee meeting, held April 29, 2002, regarding the Firkin Pub,
175 Main Street Unionville, be received for information.
20. SIGN
BY-LAW STUDY AND NEW SIGN BY-LAW (2.16 & 10.8)
Martin Rendl of
Martin Rendl Associates, presented the final Sign By-law Study report and
reviewed the resulting recommendations.
Mr. Bill Power,
former member of the Markham Conservation Committee, expressed support for the
proposed by-law standards.
Mr. Brian Ridgway, of
ASAP Rental, 12450 Keele St. discussed his concerns regarding the limitations
put on mobile signs. He suggested that small businesses need an opportunity to
compete with the large signs of big businesses, that longer terms should be
considered, and that further
opportunity for providing input into the proposed sign by-law should be given.
Mr. Peter McLeod, 70
Aberfeldy Crescent, Markham, stated his concern regarding the ineffectiveness
of poster sleeves, suggesting that by-law enforcement efforts should be
increased.
Mr. Ian Duffy of
Magnet Signs, 1244 Speers Road, Oakville, stated his opinion that the proposed
sign by-law is too prohibitive and will be too costly for small businesses. He
requested the duration times be increased, and the relative costs between 7 and
14 day permits be reconsidered. Mr. Duffy relayed responses from a survey taken
among his clients, indicating the new by-law was not supported.
Staff summarized that
Markham does have a very restrictive sign by-law, which has served it well in
the past, and that the public considers it to be not restrictive enough.
Committee discussed
the increased permissiveness of retail signs, the clutter of poster sleeves,
the banners at Markville Mall, and fines/penalties. Committee referred the
addition of two by-law enforcement personnel to the Commissioner of Corporate
Services, and requested an update on the staffing situation be provided at the
May 28th Council meeting.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
deputations from Messrs. Bill Power, Brian Ridgway, Peter McLeod, and Ian
Duffy, regarding the proposed Sign By-law be received;
And that the Sign By-law Study
report and draft new sign by-law prepared by Martin Rendl Associates be
received;
And that the consultant be directed
to advertise, in the Saturday May 11, 2002 Markham Economist and Sun and The
Thornhill Liberal, the proposed passing of the new Sign By-law at the May 28,
2002 Council meeting at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall;
And that the matter of enforcement
of the Sign By-law be referred to the Commissioner of Corporate Services for
report back to Council in the context of the current review of By-law
Enforcement staffing and organization.
21. STAPLES/BUSINESS DEPOT, 7725 MARKHAM ROAD
SITE PLAN APPLICATION (SC.02-100321) (10.6)
Mr. Gordon Cheney, Architect
representing the applicant, Staples/Business Depot, presented elevation and
signage drawings. Committee indicated the landscaping at the northerly corner
should be increased. Staff advised that final landscaping plans will have to
meet the Town's approval, and that they are satisfied with the site plan and
building elevations. The signage would be dealt with in a separate application.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the site
plan application (SC. 02-100321) submitted by Staples/Business Depot Ltd. to
permit a new Staples/Business Depot, at 7725 Markham Road, be approved subject
to the following conditions:
- That the Owner enter into a
site plan agreement with the Town, containing amongst other things, all
standard and special provisions and requirements of the Town, Region of
York, and other public agencies;
- That the site plan agreement
provide for the payment by the Owner of all applicable fees, recoveries,
development charges, cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication, and Developer’s
Group obligations;
- That the Owner submit a
Landscape Plan, prepared by a Landscape Architect having O.A.L.A.
membership, to include appropriate tree preservation and landscaping, all
to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;
- That prior to the execution of
the site plan agreement, the Owner shall submit final site plan and
elevation drawings, and comply with all requirements of the Town and
authorized public agencies, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of
Development Services;
- And further that the site plan
approval will lapse after a period of three years commencing May 7, 2002,
in the event that a site plan agreement is not executed within that
period.
22. REQUEST TO STOP-UP AND
CLOSE CERSWELL AVENUE (5.10)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the memorandum from the Development Services Commission dated May 7,
2002, entitled "Request to stop-up and close Cerswell Avenue", be
received;
And that the request to stop-up and close Cerswell Avenue be referred
back to staff for appropriate action.
23. BOX GROVE SECONDARY PLAN
(10.4)
The Committee had before it
correspondence from Silvio DeGasperis of Box Grove Hill Developments Inc.,
requesting the Box Grove Secondary Plan be brought forward.
Staff discussed the status and the
timing of the cemetery lands and the Secondary Plan, advising a staff report
and draft Secondary Plan could be brought forward in June, 2002.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the correspondence from Silvio
DeGasperis of Box Grove Hill Developments Inc., requesting the Box Grove
Secondary Plan be brought forward, be received;
And that further discussions
regarding the Box Grove Secondary Plan be scheduled for the Development Services Committee meeting of
May 21, 2002.
24. MARKHAM BEAUTIFICATION
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT (16.24)
RECOMMENDATION:
That Regional Councillor G. Landon
be appointed to the Markham Beautification Committee.
COMMUNICATIONS
25. YORK REGION, APRIL 19, 2002 - FRAMEWORK
FOR
ALLOCATION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER SERVICING
CAPACITY (13.4, 5.3, 5.5)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
correspondence from York Region, dated April 19, 2002 "Framework for
Allocation of Water and Wastewater Servicing Capacity" be received and
referred to staff for a report.
26. YORK REGION, APRIL 19, 2002 - PROTOCOL
FOR
ESTABLISHING TELECOMMUNICATIONS
TOWER/ANTENNA FACILITIES (13.4)
Committee considered
several points of concern:
1) Page 4 of Attachment 1 - exemption from
public consultation should be greater than 100 m.
2) Page 7 of Attachment 1, Item # 11 -
confirmation of consultation with utility providers is
important, and should be included
3) Carriers should be required to provide a 5
year plan
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
correspondence from York Region, dated April 19, 2002 "Protocol for
Establishing Telecommunications Tower/Antenna Facilities" be received and
referred to staff for a report.
Public Meeting
Attendance
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V. Shuttleworth, Acting Director
of Planning
J. Clohecy, Senior Project
Coordinator
D. Wylie, Senior Planner
D. Cheng, Planner
K. Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers with Councillor G. McKelvey in the
Chair.
DISCLOSURE - none
27. WYNBERRY DEVELOPMENTS INC., 9462
HIGHWAY 48
DRAFT PLAN APPROVAL AND
REZONING FOR DRAFT PLAN
OF SUBDIVISION 19T-01020 (SU
01 119048, ZA 01 119040) (10.5, 10.7)
The Chair advised that the subject
of the Public Meeting this date was to consider Draft Plan Approval and
Rezoning applications, Files SU 01 119048 and ZA 01-119040, submitted by
Wynberry Developments Inc., for draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-01020 at 9462
Highway 48.
Committee was advised that 47
notices were mailed on April 17, 2002, and a public meeting sign was posted on
April 16, 2002. There were no written submission received.
Staff made a presentation regarding
the proposal, explaining the location, surrounding uses, and the proposed uses
of the subject property.
Committee directed that the follow
up staff report include the Environmental Impact Statement, comments from
Ministry of Natural Resources regarding the environmental buffer, and a review
of the Ministry's site records regarding the small pond on site. Staff advised
the EIS will also address protection of the woodlot on the site.
Committee questioned the water and
sewer allocation, and the accumulation of commercial uses along Highway 48.
Staff advised the allocation issues will have to be resolved prior to approval,
and that a comprehensive urban design guidelines for Highway 48 has been
undertaken. Staff reports on both issues are being prepared.
It was noted that there are
buffering conditions for the lots backing onto Heritage Estates. With respect
to settlement for the demolition of the Wideman House, Committee was advised
agreement documents are being prepared, and that if not finalized
satisfactorily, the matter can be incorporated into the conditions of approval.
There were no comments from the
public with respect to this application.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the repot form the Development
Services Commission dated April 9, 2002, entitled "Wynberry Developments
Inc. - Applications for Draft Approval and Implementing Rezoning for Draft Plan
of Subdivision 19T-01020", be received,
And that the Record of the Public
Meeting held on May 7, 2002, with respect to the proposed plan of subdivision
and the amendments to By-laws 304-87 and 177-96, as amended be received;
And further that the application be
referred back to staff for a report and recommendations.
28. LANDPORT DEVELOPMENT LIMITED, 801
YORKTECH DR.
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO PERMIT PARKING LOTS
AS A PRIMARY USE (ZA-02100485) (10.5)
The Chair advised that the subject
of the Public Meeting this date was to consider Zoning By-law amendment
application, File ZA 02100485, submitted by Landport Development Limited, to
permit parking lots as a primary use at 801 Yorktech Drive.
Committee was advised that 186
notices were mailed on April 17, 2002, and a public meeting sign was posted on
April 17, 2002. There were no written submission received.
There were no comments from the
Public, and the Committee had no concerns with respect to this application.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Record of the Public Meting to be held on May 7,
2002, with respect to the proposed amendment to By-law 165-80, as amended, File
ZA 02100485, submitted by Landport Development Limited, for 801 Yorktech Drive
be received;
And that the application for the zoning amendment be
referred back to staff for a report and recommendation following the Public
Meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services Committee
meeting adjourned at the hour of 7:30 p.m.