DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES COMMITTEE
2003-03-25
Meeting No. 7
PART
A -
11:00 a.m. - Canada Room
PART
B -
1:00 p.m. - Council Chamber
Attendance
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Councillor
A. Chiu
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J. Livey, Chief Administrative
Officer
J. Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services
M.F. Turner, Commissioner of
Strategy, Innovation and Partnerships
A. Taylor, Commissioner of
Corporate Services
C. Conrad, Town Solicitor
B. Cribbett, Treasurer
V. Shuttleworth, Director of
Planning
A. Brown, Director of Engineering
A. Arbuckle, Manager,
Infrastructure and Capital Works
D. Clark, Town Architect
T. Lambe, Manager, Policy and
Research Division
R. Hutcheson, Manager, Heritage
Planning
R. Kendall, Coordinator, Markham
Centre
R. Blake, Senior Project
Coordinator
L. Duoba, Senior Project
Coordinator
S. Heaslip, Senior Project
Coordinator
B. Karumanchery, Senior Project
Coordinator
D. Miller, Senior Planner
M. Urquhart, Senior Planner
D. Cheng, Planner
G. Singer, Planner
N. Surti, Planner
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
Councillor J. Heath disclosed an interest with respect to
Item # 16, the proposed zoning by-law amendment submitted by 1371045 Ontario
Limited, for 160 and 162 Bullock Drive, by nature of owning property close by,
at 166 Bullock Drive, and did not take part in the consideration or discussion
of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
Councillor J. Heath disclosed an interest with respect to
Item # 19, the site plan approval application submitted by Mannerich Foods Inc.
for 26 Laidlaw Boulevard, by nature of owning property close by, at 166 Bullock
Drive, and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of or vote on
the question of the approval of such matter.
Councillor J. Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to
Item # 24, the proposed development by Rodeo Fine Homes Inc. at 348 Steeles
Avenue East and 2 Vallencliffe Road, by nature of representing the owner of the
property, and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of or vote
on the question of the approval of such matter.
1. MARKHAM
CENTRE (10.8)
Staff provided an update on the
activities of the Markham Centre Advisory Committee, advising that most of the
members are willing to return for another term. Staff reviewed the progress and
timing of development applications for Markham Centre; Parking Authority Study;
Financial Strategy; and Communications Strategy.
The Advisory Committee has indicated
they wish to be more involved in the communication process. Committee discussed
the effectiveness of the Communications Plan, stating that public outreach
should be aimed at the entire town, not just the Unionville area. Discussions
and suggestions included: that Councillors take a proactive approach by meeting
with local groups; that the Rogers Cable show "Insight" would be good
forum; and that transportation is an important component, but it is not the
only issue of concern. Committee requested confirmation of the date the
Markville Mall display will be launched.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff update on Markham
Center be received;
And that Council confirm the
reappointment of members who have indicated their willingness to stand for
another one-year term on the Markham Center Advisory Committee, and confirm the
following changes to the Committee:
·
Jane White be appointed as an Advisory Member at
Large;
·
if Hydro One is not able to continue as a
representative of "Major Local Business", that the YMCA or Hilton
Hotel be approached as a replacement;
·
a "Mayor's Youth Task Force"
representative to be determined.
And that communications
initiatives be referred to the Markham Centre Executive Steering Committee, the
Mayor, and staff, to meet prior to, and to report to, the Committee of the
Whole meeting scheduled for April 1, 2003;
And that all members of Council be
notified of the Steering Committee meeting.
2. GATES
OF BAYVIEW, SOUTH-EAST CORNER OF STEELES
AND BAYVIEW, CITY OF TORONTO
(10.20)
Staff provided an update on the Gates
of Bayview, in the City of Toronto, displaying elevations of the proposed 16
storey development, which is now before the OMB. Committee discussed concerns
regarding the impact on Steeles Avenue, and traffic infiltration. Staff was
directed to review the traffic report, and to attend the pre-hearing conference
on April 10, to give notice of the Town's concerns.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff update on the Gates of
Bayview, at the south-east corner of Steeles and Bayview in the City of Toronto, be received;
And that staff be authorized to
attend the OMB pre-hearing conference on April 10, 2003, and indicate the
Town's concerns;
And that staff obtain and review
the traffic study, and continue or withdraw from the hearing, as staff deems
appropriate.
3. 7368 ELGIN MILLS ROAD, PROPOSED
DEMOLITION (10.0)
Staff made a presentation on the
proposed demolition of 7368 Elgin Mills Road, which is owned by the Federal
Government. Staff advised of the local
significance of this property, and noted that there are 47 other properties
with Heritage potential within the Federal Holdings on Pickering Airport lands.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff presentation regarding
the proposed demolition of 7368 Elgin Mills Road, be received;
And that staff be directed to
advise Public Works and Government Services, Canada and Transport Canada of the
following:
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that the building located at 7368 Elgin Mills Road
is considered to have cultural heritage significance to the Town of Markham;
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that demolition not be pursued by the federal
government, given the Town's ongoing commitment to the preservation of its local
heritage resources as recognized by the Heritage Canada Foundation in the
awarding of the Prince of Wales Prize;
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and that the building is to be securely boarded;
And that the Town work with the Federal Government on
establishing a protocol to address heritage properties on the federal lands and
to develop a long term strategy as to how to address the heritage buildings on
the federal lands.
4. DESIGNATION UNDER PART IV OF THE
ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT
THE JOHN MAPES HOUSE, 7166 14TH
AVENUE, AND
THE JOHN NOBLE RAYMER HOUSE, 7124 14TH AVENUE (16.11.3) Weblink
Mr. Michael Melling, of Davis Howe
Partners, representing the owner advised that his client is not opposed to the
Heritage designation of the subject properties, and wants to participate fully
in the process. He noted the proximity of the stormwater ponds to the
buildings, and he also suggested that the recommendation reflect the new
ownership of the property.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the deputation by Mr. Michael Melling, of Davis Howe Partners, representing the
owner of 7166 14th
Avenue and 7124 14th Avenue, be received;
And
that Heritage Markham’s recommendation to designate the John Mapes House at 7166 14th
Avenue, and the John Noble Raymer House at 7124 14th Avenue under
Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act be approved;
And
that the Clerks Department be authorized to:
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publish and serve Council’s Notice of Intention to Designate as per the
requirements of the Act; and,
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prepare the Designation By-law for these properties;
And
that the owner be requested to enter into a heritage conservation
easement agreement with the Town.
5. DESIGNATION UNDER PART IV OF THE
ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT
THE CHRISTIAN HEISE HOUSE,
2730 ELGIN MILLS ROAD, AND
THE LEVI B. HEISE HOUSE, 2718 ELGIN MILLS ROAD (16.11.3) Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That
Heritage Markham’s recommendation to designate the
Christian Heise House at 2730 Elgin Mills Road and the Levi B. Heise House at
2718 Elgin Mills Road under
Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act be approved;
And
that the Clerks Department be authorized to:
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publish and serve Council’s Notice of Intention to Designate as per the
requirements of the Act; and,
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prepare the Designation By-law for these properties.
6. DESIGNATION UNDER PART IV OF THE
ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT
THE JAMES DIMMA HOUSE, 7933 14TH AVENUE (16.11.3) Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That
Heritage Markham’s recommendation to designate the James Dimma House at 7933 14th
Avenue under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act be approved;
And
that the Clerks Department be authorized to:
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publish and serve Council’s Notice of Intention to Designate as per the
requirements of the Act; and,
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prepare the Designation By-law for these properties,
And that the Province of Ontario be requested to enter into a
heritage conservation easement agreement with the Town prior to the transfer of
the property from Provincial ownership;
And that the Province of Ontario/Toronto Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) be requested to maintain the James Dimma House at 7933 14th
Avenue in a good and sound condition;
And further that the Province, the TRCA and the Rouge Alliance be so
advised.
7. DESIGNATION UNDER PART IV OF THE
ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT
THE JOHN REESOR HOUSE, 6937
HIGHWAY #7
1440102 ONTARIO INC. (JENNORA LIMITED) (16.11.3) Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That
Heritage Markham’s recommendation to designate the John Reesor House at 6937 Highway
#7 under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act be approved;
And that
the Clerks Department be authorized to:
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publish and serve Council’s Notice of Intention to Designate as per the
requirements of the Act; and,
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prepare the Designation By-law for these properties.
8. ROUGE
ALLIANCE RESOLUTION
INFRASTRUCTURE IN ROUGE PARK
(13.5.2) Weblink
Staff clarified that
the intention of the recommendation is to ensure the Town's position is not
prejudiced, and that the Town will continue to follow the Rouge Park Plan and
the EA process.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff report
entitled “Rouge Park Alliance Resolution –
Infrastructure in Rouge Park March 25, 2003, be received;
And that in response to the November
22, 2002 Rouge Park Alliance resolution
calling for the establishment of a “vigorous policy to discourage the use of
Rouge Park lands for new infrastructure sites and routes”, the Alliance be advised that the Town of Markham
continues to support the current provisions of the Rouge North Management Plan
and guidelines with respect to new infrastructure;
And further that the planning for municipal infrastructure
in the vicinity of Rouge Park lands be in accordance with the guidelines
provided in the Rouge North Management Plan and established environmental and
planning processes including the Environmental Assessment Act.
9. ST. DIMITRIJA SOLUNSKI MACEDONIAN
ORTHODOX CHURCH
50-60 GEORGE STREET, ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
(ZA-00-237529) (10.5) Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That the application for zoning by-law amendment, File ZA.00-237529,
submitted by St. Dimitrija Solunski Macedonian Orthodox Church to permit an
expansion of the church parking lot at 58 and 60 George Street, Markham be
approved, and the implementing by-law, attached as Appendix "A" to
the staff report dated March 25, 2003, be enacted;
And that the by-law contain a hold provision that would not be removed
until the Owner:
a) amends the existing
site plan agreement (to address among other matters, servicing/grading plans,
drainage issues, parking lot layout and illumination, landscape treatment, and
fencing); and
b) obtains approval from
the Committee of Adjustment for provisional consent to sever the Institutional
zoned lands (parking lot) from the Residential zoned lands, and agrees to
a condition of the consent requiring
the conveyance of a one-foot reserve to
the Town on the east boundary between the parking lot and residential
properties.
10. CANADAWIDE DEVELOPMENTS INC.,
"ALDEBARRON"
7070 BAYVIEW AVENUE, SECONDARY PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS AND SITE PLAN
APPROVAL FOR TOWNHOUSES
(OP.02-119201, ZA.02-116764, SC.02-116777) (10.4, 10.5, 10.6) Weblink
Ms. Susan Rosales, of Sherman Brown,
representing the applicant, Canadawide Developments Inc., advised that her clients
do not agree with the staff recommendation.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the report entitled
"Application by Canadawide Development Inc. for Secondary plan and Zoning
By-law Amendments and Site Plan Approval to Permit a Block of 7 Townhouses at
7070 Bayview Avenue, (OP.02-119201, ZA.02-116764, SC.02-116777) be
received;
And that the Secondary Plan, Zoning
By-law Amendment and Site Plan Approval applications be denied.
Public Meeting (to Council)
11. TOWN OF MARKHAM, MARKHAM CENTRE
OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO INTRODUCE THE
10 GUIDING PRINCIPLES INTO THE SECONDARY PLAN (OP 03-106606)
(10.3, 10.4)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider
Town-initiated Official Plan Amendment application, File OP.03-106606, to introduce
the 10 Guiding Development Principles into the Secondary Plan.
Committee was advised that 6568
notices were mailed on March 5, 2003, and a Public Meeting Notice was published
in the Markham Economist and Sun on Tuesday, March 4, 2003. Committee received
written submissions from:
1. Edward
Barber, 69 Liebeck Crescent, with comments and concerns;
2. David
Lewis, 32 Emmeloord Crescent, with concerns;
Staff gave a presentation regarding
the proposed Official Plan amendment, and clarified that this Public Meeting is
to deal with adoption of the Guiding Principles of Markham Centre development
as a way to evaluate development applications. Staff reviewed the boundaries of
Markham Centre, and advised that information packages had been provided to members
of the public in attendance. The extensive public consultation and the work of
the Markham Centre Advisory Committee were noted.
Mr. Alan Graf, 46 Woodman's Chart,
President of Unionville Ratepayers Association and a member of the Markham
Centre Advisory Committee, enquired as to the 11th Principle that
had been discussed, to protect adjacent neighbourhoods. Staff responded that
the wording of Section 2.2, "Goals", in the OPA had been amended to
reflect that principle.
Ms. Lori Hall, 15 Pomander Road, supported
the addition of the 11th Principle.
Mr. D'Arcy Pigott, 8 Penhurst Court,
stated the importance of flexibility and public accessibility to the process.
Mr. David McBeth, 47 Vasselle
Crescent, stated that the existing traffic problem is a major issue, which will
be further impacted by sewer construction along Highway 7. He suggested vacant
land north of Highway 7 be drawn into the Markham Centre project, and
questioned the development of Highway 7 as a major urban boulevard.
Mr. Ted Spence, 4700 Keele Street,
Toronto, is a member of the Advisory Committee, and he supported the wording
added to the "Goals" of the OPA, to protect the quality of life.
Mr. Glenn Baron, 251 Helen Avenue,
stated the need to provide infrastructure, particularly, additional access to
the GO Station.
Ms. Christiane Bergauer-Free, 145
Krieghoff Avenue, expressed concern for water and noise pollution, water
consumption, traffic and gas fumes, and suggested development will be too close
to the Rouge River. Ms. Bergauer-Free recommended separate Fire and Police
departments be established for Markham Centre.
Ms. Virginia Fung, 12 Melchior
Crescent, supported the development of Markham Centre.
Committee discussed that Markham
Centre will impact the entire Town, not just adjacent neighbourhoods, and that
protection has to be ensured. It was agreed that Principle # 9 be amended to
read "Maintaining a high quality of life in and around Markham
Centre will require managing parking and traffic impacts." Committee noted
that support is needed from all levels of government.
RECOMMENDATION:
That correspondence from Edward
Barber, and David Lewis with respect to Town-initiated Official Plan Amendment
application, File OP.03-106606, to introduce the 10 Guiding Development
Principles into the Secondary Plan, be received;
And that deputations by Mr. Alan
Graf, Ms. Lori Hall, Mr. D'Arcy Pigott, Mr. David McBeth, Mr. Ted Spence, Mr.
Glenn Baron, Ms. Christiane Bergauer-Free, and Ms. Virginia Fung, be received;
And
that the Record of the Public Meeting held March 25, 2003, with respect to the
proposed Official Plan Amendment be
received;
And
that Council endorse the Performance Measures attached as Appendix C to the
report dated March 25, 2003, as part of a process to evaluate development
proposals within Markham Centre;
And
that Council adopt the Official Plan Amendment, attached as Appendix B to the
report dated March 25, 2003, to incorporate the Markham Centre Guiding
Development Principles into OPA 21 (the Markham Centre Secondary Plan),
including policies which introduce the Performance Measures as Appendix to OPA
21;
And that Principle # 9 be amended as follows:
"Maintaining a high
quality of life in and around Markham Centre will require managing parking and
traffic impacts."
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* Amended by Council at its meeting
held April 1, 2003, to delete the last paragraph and to add the following:
"11. The value placed on the quality of life in
existing, adjacent communities is recognized, respected and supported."
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Other
matters considered by the Development Services Committee on March 25, 2003:
12. EASTERN
MARKHAM STRATEGIC REVIEW UPDATE (10.8)
A Committee member provided an update
on the Eastern Markham Strategic Review, and advised of the Public Forums to be
held in the Canada Room, scheduled as follows:
March
31, 4-6 p.m., Natural and Cultural
Environment
March
31, 7-9 p.m., Agriculture and Rural
Land Use
April
3, 7-9 p.m., Transportation / Pickering
Airport
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff update on the Eastern
Markham Strategic Review be received.
13. MARKHAM FIRE STATION # 92 / YORK REGION
EMS STATION
SITE PLAN APPLICATION SC 03106556 (10.6)
Thomas Brown Architects Inc. made a
presentation regarding Markham Fire Station # 92 / York Region EMS Station,
displaying elevations and site plans. Committee questioned the practicality of
separating the Fire and EMS functions.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the presentation by Thomas Brown
Architects Inc. regarding Markham Fire Station # 92 / York Region EMS Station,
be received and approved.
14. HIGHWAY # 404 NORTH LAND USE STUDY
HIGHWAY # 407/RODICK ROAD LAND USE STUDY (10.8)
Staff and Bob Lehman of Meridian
Planning, consultants, provided an update on Highway # 404 North Land Use Study
and the Highway # 407/Rodick Road Land Use Study.
The background phase has been
completed for the Highway # 404 North Land Use Study, in accordance with the
preferred option as indicated previously by Council. Mr. Lehman explained the
options for residential, employment, or mixed uses on the section of land to
the south-east of the proposed by-pass. Staff are now requesting authorization
to prepare the Official Plan Amendment. Committee was advised that the Public
Meeting for the Town's OPA will proceed separately from the Region's EA Public
Meeting, in order to meet the Town's time frame. The conceptual OPA can be
adopted with conditions relating to the completion of the EA.
Committee was informed that funds for
the by-pass have been included in the Region's new Development Charge.
Committee discussed that Oak Ridges Moraine areas and Rouge Park Tributaries
will be taken into account, and that a mid-block fly-over the 404 will be
looked at. It was noted that back-lotting would not be supported.
With respect to the Highway #
7/Rodick Road Study, Mr. Lehman reviewed the constraints, and discussed the
potential road and transit routes. He advised that as the study proceeds, the
Town should simultaneously correspond with Hydro One and ORC, to keep them
advised and involved.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the update provided by Staff and
Consultants regarding the Highway # 404 North Land Use Study and the Highway #
407/Rodick Road Land Use Study, be received;
And that staff be authorized to
finalize the background reports, and prepare the Official Plan Amendments.
15. WISMER
COMMONS COMMUNITY, PART LOT 20 CONC. 7
PHASE 3, DRAFT PLAN OF
SUBDIVISION AND REZONING
(SU 03 106255, ZA 03 106253,
SU 02 118676, ZA 02 118669, SU 02 119221,
ZA 02 119217) (10.5,
10.7) Weblink
The Ward Councillor expressed concern
for back-lotting onto Major Mackenzie Drive.
RECOMMENDATION:
That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications
submitted by Arrowdale
Developments Limited, Bonnydale Limited 19TM-03001( SU 03 106255 & ZA 03
106253), 1039954 Ontario Limited (Wismer Commons) 19TM-02016 (SU 02 118676
& ZA 02 118669) and Lindvest Wismer Commons Limited 19TM-02019 (SU 02
119221 & ZA 119217) for draft plan approval (Phase 3) and implementing
zoning by-law amendments.
16. 1371045 ONTARIO LIMITED, 160 AND 162
BULLOCK DRIVE
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT FOR BUSINESS CORRIDOR
(ZA.02-106189)(10.5) Weblink
Councillor J. Heath disclosed an interest with respect to
the proposed zoning by-law amendment submitted by 1371045 Ontario Limited, for
160 and 162 Bullock Drive, by nature of owning property close by, at 166
Bullock Drive, and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of or
vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
a Public Meeting be held to consider the Zoning By-law Amendment application
(ZA.02-106189), submitted by 1371045 Ontario Limited, to rezone the lands from
Industrial (M) to Business Corridor Area (BC) at 160 and 162 Bullock Drive.
17. WOODBINE
MACKENZIE DEVELOPMENT LTD.
10197 AND 10211 WOODBINE AVENUE
APPROVAL OF DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION (19TM-02017)
AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT (SU 02 118869, ZA 02 118867)
(10.5, 10.7) Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That a Public Meeting be held to
consider the applications by Woodbine Mackenzie Development Ltd. for approval
of a Draft Plan of Subdivision (19TM-02017) and
Zoning By-law Amendment for 10197 & 10211 Woodbine Avenue located on the
east side of Woodbine Avenue north of Major Mackenzie Drive in the Cathedral
Community (SU 02 118869 & ZA 02 118867).
18. LIBERTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (2015776
ONTARIO INC.) MARKHAM CENTRE, OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENTS TO
PERMIT MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
(OP 02 106119, ZA 02 119054) (10.3, 10.5)
Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That the preliminary report on the
Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment applications by Liberty Developments
Inc. (OP 02 106119, ZA 02 119054) be received, as information.
19. DELEGATED APPROVALS UNDER BY-LAW 2002-202
(DM 2001-03)
(10.6) Weblink
Councillor J. Heath disclosed an interest with respect to
the site plan approval application submitted by Mannerich Foods Inc. for 26
Laidlaw Boulevard, by nature of owning property close by, at 166 Bullock Drive,
and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of or vote on the
question of the approval of such matter.
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council be advised that in
accordance with Delegation By-law 2002-202, and additional site specific
delegations authorized by Development Services Committee, the Commissioner of
Development Services or the Director of Planning and Urban Design have approved
the applications listed in the report dated February 18, 2003.
20. REPORT
ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 8, 2003 TO FEBRUARY 25, 2003
(10.0) Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That Committee receive the report entitled “Report on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of
February 8, 2003 to February 25, 2003” and direct staff to process the
applications in accordance with the route outlined in the report.
21. TOWN OF MARKHAM, MARKHAM CENTRE
OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO INTRODUCE THE
10 GUIDING PRINCIPLES INTO THE SECONDARY PLAN AND
ADOPTION OF PERFORMANCE MEASURES (OP
03-106606)(10.3, 10.4)Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That the report entitled “Official Plan Amendment to
Incorporate the Guiding Development Principles into the Secondary Plan and
Adoption of Performance Measures” dated March 25, 2003, be received.
22. CATHOLIC
CEMETERIES - ARCHDIOCESE OF TORONTO
CHRIST THE KING CEMETERY -
PHASE ONE, 7770 STEELES AVE. E.
APPLICATION
FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL (SC.02108542) (10.6)
Weblink
Committee stated concern for traffic
congestion in the area, and the need to widen Steeles Avenue. Staff advised
that the zoning by-law permits cemetery use on the property, and that Reesor Road is an interim access -
eventually, access will be from Steeles Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
Site Plan Application by Catholic Cemeteries – Archdiocese of Toronto
(SC.02108542) to permit Phase One of a cemetery at 7770 Steeles Avenue East be approved, subject to the
following conditions:
1. That the Owner convey Parts 3, 4, 5, 9 and 17 on Reference Plan
65R-24320 (Rouge Park lands) to the Town;
2. That the Owner enter into heritage conservation easements with the
Town for the properties municipally known as 7297 Reesor Road and 7960 Steeles
Avenue East;
3.
That the Owner enter into a site plan
agreement with the Town;
4. That prior to execution of the site plan agreement, the Owner shall
submit final site plans, elevations, and landscaping plans, and comply with all
requirements of the Town and authorized public agencies, to the satisfaction of
the Commissioner of Development Services;
5. That the site plan agreement include provision for the payment by
the Owner of all applicable fees, recoveries and development charges;
6. That the Owner agree in the Site Plan Agreement, in wording
acceptable to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and the
Town, that prior to the initiation of grading, installation of services, or
construction the Owner shall:
a)
Obtain permission from TRCA’s Board of
Directors for the proposed access road and internal roads to cross lands under
registered conservation easements in favour of the TRCA;
b)
Obtain any necessary permits required
under Ontario Regulation 158 from the TRCA, through the submission of an
application package which includes restoration and enhancement plans;
c)
Obtain any necessary authorizations
required under The Federal Fisheries Act;
d)
Submit an enhancement planting plan
for the edges of the stream corridor lands, to the satisfaction of the TRCA;
e)
Submit a landscaping plan for the
lands currently under a registered conservation easement in favour of the TRCA
for Rouge Park purposes, to the satisfaction of the TRCA and the Town of Markham;
7. That
the Owner agree in the Site Plan Agreement, in wording acceptable to the TRCA
and the Town:
a)
To install seepage collars at
strategic locations along all underground servicing, to the satisfaction of the
TRCA, in order to encourage groundwater recharge;
b)
That any areas containing a shallow
groundwater table be filled, in order to achieve the required separation from
the depth of internment;
c)
That any wells required to service the
property, will be developed in the deep aquifer, and will not draw from shallow
water sources;
d)
That the fill/borrow area shown on the
Site Plan will not be used as a borrow area during construction, but is to be
used only as a long term disposal area for earth materials generated by
burials, and as a source of fill to correct settlements;
e)
That the fill/borrow areas shown on
the Site Plan will be surrounded by a landscaped berm, in order to prevent
disposed fill from entering the adjacent stream corridor;
f)
To maintain all stormwater management
and erosion and sedimentation control structures in good repair during the
construction period, in a manner satisfactory to the TRCA;
g)
To remove the Reesor Road access road
from the lands currently under a registered conservation easement in favour of
the TRCA for Rouge Park purposes, once two alternate access driveways have been
approved and constructed;
h)
To submit a restoration and
landscaping plan for the Reesor Road access road (under easement), to the
satisfaction of the TRCA and the Town of Markham;
i)
That the portion of the site in the
vicinity of the archaeological easement lands will be the last lands to be
developed within Phase 2 of the subject development (the areas to the east of
the lands subject to the agreement).
And further, that the access requirements for Phase 2 be designed to
include no more than one road within the archaeological easement lands;
j)
That the existing farm lease on the
archaeological easement lands shall not be renewed beyond the current
term. Once the current term of the farm
lease ends (on May 31, 2003), the archaeological easement lands shall be seeded
and maintained as a grassed field, until such time as approvals have been
granted by the Ontario Heritage Foundation, pursuant to the Archaeological
Resources Protection Agreement;
k)
Except as outlined in Section j), that
the archaeological easement lands shall not be disturbed in any way, and no
works shall be undertaken pursuant to Section 5 of the Archaeological Resources
Protection Agreement, without first providing notice to the Grand Chief or
other official representative of the Huron Wendat Nation;
l)
That in the event that native burial
grounds are found to exist within the Archaeological Easement lands, suitable
arrangements will be made to preserve the burial sites in perpetuity;
m)
To implement the “Environmentally Sound Landscape Maintenance
Practices” report prepared by Hilton Landmarks Inc. dated July 23, 2002;
8. That the
Owner also agree in the Site Plan Agreement:
a)
To maintain the existing heritage
dwellings in a good and sound condition and use its best efforts to ensure the
continued occupancy of the structures in either the current use or an
appropriate adaptive reuse;
b)
Prior to undertaking any works on the
heritage buildings, to provide and implement a traditional restoration plan for
each of the four heritage houses on the property, for review and approval by
Town staff (Heritage Section). The
heritage conservation easement for the property would be amended with any
approved restoration plans for the houses;
c)
To provide and install at its cost, an
interpretive baked enamel plaque to be located in a publicly visible location
on the property. The plaque is to be
designed according to the specifications of the “Markham Remembered” program,
and outline the history of the lands on which the cemetery is to be
established. Details of the design and
location of the plaque are to be submitted for review and approval of Town
staff (Heritage Section);
d)
To secure the services of a
professional heritage consultant at its expense to document the barns and outbuildings
on the property, prior to obtaining approval to demolish any such structures;
e)
To discuss with Town staff (Design
Section) opportunities for relocating parts of the barns for reuse as
decorative elements on the site (e.g. the use of timbers in arbours, and the
re-use of fieldstone in walls);
f)
To permit the Markham Museum to
salvage any historic artifacts/materials from any barns/outbuildings on the
property which are proposed for removal, at no cost to the Markham Museum for
such artifacts/materials;
g)
To advertise the availability of any
barns and outbuildings on the property which are proposed for demolition, for
relocation elsewhere in the community or salvaging of architectural features,
in a newspaper which covers the Town of Markham (Thornhill Liberal and Markham
Economist and Sun) for a period of not less than two (2) weeks and to submit
proof of this advertising. Priority
should be given to individuals restoring heritage buildings within the Town of
Markham;
9. That the site plan approval will lapse after a period of three
years commencing March 25, 2003 in the event that a site plan agreement is not
executed within that period.
23. 1107656 ONTARIO LTD. (TIMES)
BLOCKS 41, 42 AND 43, REGISTERED PLAN 65M-3226
OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT;
AND
TOWN-INITIATED,
WEST SIDE OF SADDLECREEK DRIVE
OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS;
AND
1522233 ONTARIO INC. BLOCK 4 REGISTERED PLAN 65M-3575;
SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM
AND
1107656 ONTARIO LTD. BLOCKS 1 AND 3 REGISTERED PLAN 65M-3575
SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR A CONDOMINIUM AND OFFICE BUILDING
OP 02 112639; ZA 02 112690; SC 02 109381 (BLOCK 4 REG. PLAN 65M-3575);
SC 02 109704 (BLOCK 3 REGISTERED PLAN 65M-3575);
SC 02 111034 (BLOCK 1 REGISTERED PLAN 65M-3575)
(10.3, 10.5, 10.6) Weblink
The Committee had before it a staff
memo, dated March 24, 2003, providing a chronology of the Times Leitchroft
Phase 2 proposal. Staff reviewed the modifications to the proposal, and
discussed parkland options.
Mr. Jim Kirk of Malone Given Parsons,
representing 1107656 Ontario Ltd. (Times), advised that his client is in
agreement with 9 of the 11 staff recommendations. He explained their opposition
to the Town-initiated redesignation of lands on the west side of Saddlecreek
Drive, to Business Park Area; and the location of the park. Mr. Kirk also noted
a reduction to the parking requirements, and requested that Committee resolve
that no further Public Meeting be required in that regard. Staff concurred with
the parking issue.
Discussions included alternate
locations for the parkland. Committee stated that no further reduction of
employment lands is to occur, and that cash-in-lieu of parkland is not
acceptable.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff memo, dated March 24,
2003, providing a chronology of the Times Leitchroft Phase 2 proposal, be
received.
And that the deputation by Mr. Jim
Kirk of Malone Given Parsons, representing 1107656 Ontario Ltd. (Times) be
received;
And that the application by 1107656
Ontario Ltd. for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, site plan
approval, and water allocation, and the Town-initiated Official Plan and Zoning
Amendments, Files OP 02 112639; ZA 02 112690; SC 02 109381, SC 02 109704, SC 02
111034, be deferred to Part A of the Development Services Committee on April 8,
2003.
24. RODEO FINE HOMES INC.
348 STEELES AVENUE EAST AND 2 VALLONCLIFFE ROAD
SECONDARY PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS TO
PERMIT TOWNHOUSES (OP.02-110493, ZA.02-110495, SC.02110496)
(10.4, 10.5) Weblink
Councillor J. Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to
the proposed development by Rodeo Fine Homes Inc. at 348 Steeles Avenue East
and 2 Vallencliffe Road, by nature of representing the owner of the property,
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, correspondence dated March 24, 2003, from Donald M.
Biback, 23 Valloncliffe Road, in support of the staff recommendation.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the correspondence dated March 24, 2003, from Donald M. Biback, 23 Valloncliffe
Road, in support of the staff recommendation, be received;
And
that the report entitled "Application by Rodeo Fine Homes Inc. for
Secondary Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to Permit Townhouses at 348 Steeles
Avenue East and 2 Valloncliffe Road, Files OP.02-110493, ZA.02-110495 and
SC.02110496" be received;
And
that the applications by Rodeo Fine Homes Inc. to permit townhouses at 348
Steeles Ave East and 2 Valloncliffe Road, be referred to the Thornhill
Subcommittee.
COMMUNICATIONS
RECOMMENDATION:
That Development Services Committee
receive and consents to the disposition of Item Nos. 25 to 27 in the following
manner:
25. CORRESPONDENCE STATING CONCERN FOR SOIL
PILES
AT WHITE'S HILL AVENUE, CORNELL (10.0)
- Petition with 80 signatures
- Bud and Kim Clark, 102 White's
Hill Avenue
- Cindy Sherk-Wildbur, 130 White's
Hill Avenue
- Manouri and David Giesen, 124
White's Hill Avenue
- Mary Hanley, 140 White's Hill
Avenue (2)
- Geoff
Wildbur, 130 White's Hill Avenue
- Beth-Ann Cook, 134 White's Hill Avenue
Mr. Gary Atkins, 78
Spring Meadow Avenue, provided photographs of the stockpiled soil, accumulating debris, and flooding on the
property in question.
Ms. Cindy
Sherk-Wildbur, 130 White's Hill Avenue, stated her concern for flooding caused
by obstructed drainage, the danger to children who play on the site, and the
visual impact.
Ms. Manouri Giesen,
124 White's Hill Avenue, supported Ms. Sher-Wildbur's statements, and added her
concern for the spread of West Nile Virus. Ms. Giesen advised that residents
have been trying to get the site cleaned up for two years.
Staff stated the
property owner has been put on formal notice, and has committed to removal of
the topsoil and clean-up of the site by
May 1, 2003, and to remove the fill and regrade and seed the site by June 1,
2003. The Town will remove the garbage from the site by Friday, March 28, 2003.
If the property owner does not fulfill its obligation, the Town will complete
the work and charge it back to the owner. The Town has letters of credit on file.
Staff agreed to keep
the residents apprised of progress, and suggested that Karen Boniface, Parks
Planner, be contacted with regards to West Nile Virus concerns. It was
suggested that signs or fencing be installed to discourage further dumping on
the property.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Petition with 80 signatures, and the correspondence
from Bud and Kim Clark; Cindy Sherk-Wildbur; Manouri and David Giesen; Mary
Hanley; Geoff Wildbur; and Beth-Ann Cook, with regard to the stockpiling of soil and dumping
of debris at White's Hill Avenue, be received.
And that the deputations by Mr. Gary Atkins, Ms. Cindy Sherk-Wildbur, Ms.
Manouri Giesen, with regard to White's Hill Avenue, be received.
26. EDDIE
FAN, ON BEHALF OF ALL OWNERS OF LOTS 155-163
CYNTHIA JEAN STREET - MARCH
11, 2003 (5.18)
- requesting removal of the sidewalk
in front of Lots 155-163
on Cynthia Jean Street
-
receive and refer to Engineering staff
27. DR. MORLEY LEM, ON BEHALF OF
MARKHAM VILLAGE B.I.A. (2.16)
MARCH 7, 2003 - requesting that
A-frame signs be revisited.
- receive and refer to staff
Public Meeting
7:00
p.m. - Council Chamber
Attendance
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Councillor
A. Chiu
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J. Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services
V. Shuttleworth, Director of
Planning
D. Clark, Town Architect
R. Kendall, Coordinator, Markham
Centre
B. Karumanchery, Senior Project
Coordinator
D. Cheng, Planner
T. Kanji, Planner
K. Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The Development Services Committee
convened at the hour of 7:25 p.m. in the Council Chamber with Councillor G.
McKelvey in the Chair.
28. UNIONVILLE
HOMES SOCIETY, 4300 HIGHWAY #7 EAST
PLAN #2886, BLOCK C AND PART OF BLOCK B AND D
SITE PLAN AND ZONING AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS TO
PERMIT THE ADDITION OF A LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY TO THE EXISTING BUILDING (SC. 00-241797 AND ZA. 00-242730) (10.5.
10.6)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider Zoning
Amendment application, File ZA.00-242730, submitted by Unionville Homes
Society, to permit the addition of a long-term care facility to an existing
building at 4300 Highway #7 East.
Committee was advised that 250
notices were mailed on March 5, 2003, and a public meeting sign was posted on
February 28, 2003. There were no written submissions received.
Staff gave a presentation regarding
the proposal, the location, surrounding uses, and proposed uses of the subject
property, advising that several aspects of the proposal are still under review.
Committee questioned if an alternate location for
visitor parking could be considered.
Mr. Graham Constantine, applicant, and Mr. Ed
Applebaum Architect for the applicant, were in attendance to answer questions.
Committee discussed the timing for the follow-up staff report, and requested it
be prepared as soon as possible.
There were no comments from the audience with respect
to this application.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Record of the Public Meeting held March 25,
2003, with respect to the proposed rezoning amendment to By-law 122-72, as
amended, be received;
And that the application for rezoning amendment be referred back to
staff for a report and recommendation following the Public Meeting, by April
22, 2003, if at all possible.
29. JOHN ALEXANDRIS, 28 RIVER BEND ROAD
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO PERMIT A SEVERANCE
TO CREATE FOUR LOTS (ZA.02-111344) (10.5)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider Zoning
Amendment application, File ZA.02-111344, submitted by John Alexandris, to
permit a severance to create 3 lots at 28 River Bend Road.
Committee was advised that 54
notices were mailed on March 5, 2003, and a public meeting sign was posted on
February 27, 2003. Committee received a written submissions from Donald and
Marjorie Kember, 26 River Bend Road, stating concerns.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the
location, surrounding uses, and proposed uses of the subject property, advising
that the application has been modified to create three lots instead of four.
Staff provided information regarding the building envelope, Special Policy Areas,
and the conveyance of the lands from
the top-of-bank to the river plus a 5m environmental buffer to the Town,
as approved by TRCA. Staff also advised of measures that can be taken to ensure
the builder fulfills his obligations in the proper development of the property.
With respect to the Hydro easement on the property, Markham Hydro has indicated
they have no objection.
Ms. Marjorie Kember, 26 River bend
Road, adjacent property owner, expressed concern for the proposed setbacks and
the impact on the view from her property. Ms. Kemper requested the unique
character of the street and the mature trees be preserved, and that her
property be protected from run-off.
Mr. Michael Fronte spoke on behalf
of his father, Corrado Fronte, 47 River Bend Road. He requested the character
of the street and the mature trees be protected, and that the setbacks be
lengthened.
Mr. Kenneth Pun, 51 River Bend Road,
stated his concern for run-off from the subject property.
Mr. Suresh Patel, 53 River Bend
Road, stated that he did not want the street to change.
Ms. Sandy Gomes, 49 River Bend Road,
lives across the street from the subject property. Ms. Gomes encouraged longer
setbacks and tree preservation.
Mr. Glen Baron, 251 Helen Avenue,
made enquiries into infrastructure funding, Development Charges, and
inconsistencies in severance applications.
Staff responded to comments and
advised that the concerns expressed will be addressed in a follow-up report. It
was noted that when development occurred on the south side of the road,
assurances were given that consistent development would be available to other
property owners, and a 50 ft. lot standard was agreed to. This proposal
involves lot frontages of 70 ft. and larger, and setbacks are consistent with
other development. Additional buffering from adjacent residences can be
considered.
Committee directed staff to address
consistent setbacks and preservation of the unique street. Members of the
public who spoke tonight will be notified when the follow-up staff report
is presented to Development Services
Committee.
RECOMMENDATION:
That correspondence from Donald and
Marjorie Kember, 26 River Bend Road, stating concerns regarding Zoning
Amendment application, File ZA.02-111344, submitted by John Alexandris, to
permit a severance to create 3 lots at 28 River Bend Road, be received;
And that deputations by Ms. Marjorie
Kember, Mr. Michael Fronte, Mr. Kenneth Pun, Mr. Suresh Patel, Ms. Sandy Gomes,
and Mr. Glen Baron, stating concerns regarding Zoning Amendment application for
28 River Bend Road be received;
And that the
Development Services Commission information report, dated September 10, 2002,
entitled "John Alexandris, Zoning By-law Amendment to permit a severance
at 28 River Bend Road (ZA.02-111344)" be received;
And
that the Record of the Public Meeting held March 25, 2003, with respect to the
proposed amendments to By-law 122-72,
be received;
And
further that the application by John Alexandris to amend By-law 122-72 be referred back to staff for a report
and recommendation.
30. TORONTO
LING-LIANG CHURCH
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF DENISON ST. AND CLAYTON DR.
ZONING AND OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO PERMIT AN EARLY
RETIREMENT APARTMENT COMPLEX (OP 02-118830 ZA. 02-118835)
(10.3, 10.5)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider Zoning
and Official Plan Amendment applications, Files OP.02-118830 and ZA.02-118835,
submitted by Toronto Ling-Liang Church to permit an early retirement apartment
at the southwest corner of Denison Street and Clayton Drive.
Committee was advised that 81
notices were mailed on March 5, 2003, and a public meeting sign was posted on
March 4, 2003. Committee received written submissions from:
1. Petition from 11 residents on Heathrow
Court – in objection.
2. Mr.
and Mrs. P. Cheng, 109 Upton Crescent – in objection.
3. Matt
Smith, 12 Heathrow Court – no objection.
4. Tony
Nguyen, 39 Upton Crescent – no objection.
5. Felix
Gouveia and Patricia Gouveia, 18 Heathrow Crescent – in support.
6. Emad
Gindi, 86 Whistler Court – in support.
7. Petition
from 40 persons expressing an interest in the church apartment.
8. Correspondence
to Ontario Assessed Housing Centre, Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation
from: John McKay MP Scarborough East; Rev. Kevin Hon of Toronto Chinese
Methodist Church; James Ho, Administrator of Toronto Chinese Community Church;
Regional Councillor Tony C. Wong; and Councillor Alex Chiu – in support.
9. Petition of 7 residents on Upton
Crescent, having no objection to the Architectural plans
- submitted by the applicant at the Public Meeting
10. Marjorie Kember, 26 River Bend Road - in
objection, submitted at the Public Meeting
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the
location, surrounding uses, and proposed uses of the subject property. Parking
will be shared with the church, to resolve a parking shortage for the apartment
building.
Committee discussed alternative access points, and requested
that open balconies be removed from the plans.
Simon Ng, Architect representing the applicant, Toronto
Ling-Liang Church, advised that his client has agreed to enclose the balconies.
He also stated that information sheets had been provided to area residents, and
he presented a list of 7 signatures of residents on Upton Crescent, who have no
objection to the architectural plans.
Mr. Paul Bisram, 113 Upton Crescent, stated that he does not
want this proposal near his home.
Mr. Madhava Bala, 116 Upton Crescent, objected to the
proposed density, and supported commercial use of the property.
Mr. Satbir S. Chatrath, 120 Upton Crescent, stated his
concern regarding impacts on privacy from the 4 storey structure.
Mr. James McKenna, 8 Heathrow Court, expressed concern for
the height of the proposed structure, the precedent for other vacant lands, and
the impacts on Heathrow Court residences.
Mr. Tom Wridolin, 122 Upton Crescent, stated that he had
opposed the rezoning for the church 10 years ago. His concerns included the
reduction of property values; the impact on property taxes due to the exemption
of the church property; the 4-storey height of the building and it's impact on
the view, ground level wind patterns and air flow to his property; and the
potential uses on other vacant lands.
Committee noted that the subject property abuts Heathrow Court,
and does not extend to abut Upton Crescent. Committee and staff discussed the
difficulty in restricting the use to a seniors apartment, and possible
funding/subsidies that would impact the use. Mr. Ng responded that the property
was purchased in 1994 with the intention of developing a seniors apartment, and
that subsidies are not essential for the project. He suggested the proposed use
would act as a buffer between the industrial and residential neighbourhoods.
Committee directed staff to review the possibility of moving
the Clayton Avenue access north, and relocating the garbage enclosure further
away from the residences. The public was advised that a follow-up staff report
is anticipated to be presented to Development Services Committee in approximately
4 to 6 weeks.
RECOMMENDATION:
That correspondence with respect to the application by
Toronto Ling-Liang Church be received from: Petition of residents on Heathrow
Court; Mr. and Mrs. P. Cheng; Matt Smith; Tony Nguyen; Felix Gouveia and
Patricia Gouveia; Emad Gindi; Petition from 40 persons expressing interest; to
Ontario Assessed Housing Centre, Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation
from: John McKay MP Scarborough East, Rev. Kevin Hon of Toronto Chinese
Methodist Church, James Ho, Administrator of Toronto Chinese Community Church,
Regional Councillor Tony C. Wong, and Councillor Alex Chiu; Petition of 7
residents on Upton Crescent; and Marjorie Kember;
And that deputations by Simon Ng, Architect representing the
applicant, Toronto Ling-Liang Church, Mr. Paul Bisram, Mr. Madhava Bala, Mr.
Satbir S. Chatrath, Mr. James McKenna, and Mr. Tom Wridolin, with respect to
the application by Toronto Ling-Liang Church, be received;
And that the
Development Services Commission information report, dated February 18, 2003,
entitled "Toronto Ling Liang Church, Zoning and Official Plan Amendment to
permit the construction of an early retirement apartment complex having a
maximum of 55 units, at the southwest corner of Denison Street and Clayton
Drive (OP.02-118830 and ZA.02-118835)" be received;
And
that the Record of the Public Meeting held March 25, 2003, with respect to the
proposed amendments to By-law 108-81,
be received;
And
that the application by the Toronto Ling Liang Church to amend By-law 108-81 be
referred back to staff for a report and recommendation.
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at the
hour of 9:50 p.m.