DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES COMMITTEE
2003-05-06
Meeting No. 10
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
A. Taylor, Commissioner of
Corporate Services
C. Conrad, Town Solicitor
S. Birrell, Town Clerk
V. Shuttleworth, Director of
Planning and Urban Design
A. Brown, Director of Engineering
S. Chait, Director of Corporate
Strategy & Quality Office
J. Wright, Director of Building
Standards
D. Clark, Town Architect
R. Hutcheson, Manager, Heritage
Planning
M. Boyce, Senior Project
Coordinator
E. Valente, Supervisor, Zoning
D. Miller, Senior Planner
M. Urquhart, Senior Planner
D. Cheng, Planner
A. Wolfe, Consultant
K. Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The Development Services Committee
convened at the hour of 11:00 a.m. in the Canada Room with Councillor G.
McKelvey in the Chair.
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Councillor Horchik disclosed an interest with respect to
Item # 13, the proposal by Angus Glen Farm Ltd. and Angus Glen Golf Club Ltd.,
Files SU.03-109045 and ZA.03-209048, by nature of his house abutting the
subject lands, and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of or
vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
Councillor Heath disclosed an interest with respect to Item
# 23, the proposed zoning by-law amendment for 1371045 Ontario Limited, at 160
and 162 Bullock Drive, by nature of owning property next door, and did not take
part in the consideration or discussion of or vote on the question of the
approval of such matter.
1. SECOND SUITES (10.0)
Staff made a
presentation regarding second suites, and compared the four strategy options
previously identified.
Scott Richardson of
the Markham Fire Department discussed life safety issues, and advised that none
of the known second suites complied with safety regulations at the time of
first inspection, and only 10% comply with zoning standards.
Committee discussed
enforcement through a review of advertised second suites; impacts on
calculation of Development Charges, cash-in-lieu payments, and servicing
requirements; complaints regarding dogs and parking on grass; and
liabilities.
Committee directed
that a further report on the preferred option address increased parking and
expanded driveway issues.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff
presentation regarding second suites be received;
And that
"Option 1: No new zoning provisions; enhance current procedures" be
selected as the preferred option;
And that staff
report back with details and opportunities for Option 1, including addressing
increased parking and expanded driveway issues.
2. 14400106
ONTARIO INC. /METRUS DEVELOPMENT INC. - CORNELL
NORTH OF EXISTING MARKHAM BY-PASS, EAST
OF 9TH LINE,
REVISIONS TO DRAFT PLAN APPROVAL AND IMPLEMENTING
ZONING FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 19TM-01015
(SU01118320, ZA01118317) (10.5, 10.7) Weblink
Committee discussed water allocation and questioned the
variety of live/work uses for the units, and whether the parking requirements
will change. Staff will review the matter with the Ward Councillor prior to the
Council meeting scheduled for May 13, 2003.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the conditions of draft plan approval set out in Appendix ‘A’ to the staff
report dated June 25, 2002 for Phase 1 of draft plan of subdivision 19T-01015 (14400106 Ontario Inc./Metrus Development
Inc), be revised as follows:
1. That
the approval shall relate to the draft plan of subdivision prepared by KLM
Planning Partners Inc., identified as Project Number P-354 (354DES16-Phase1),
Dwg. No. – 02:6, last revision date December 12, 2002.
2. That
the maximum number of dwelling units be increased to 570.
3. That
the applicant obtain a minor variance from the Committee of Adjustment to
reduce the minimum unit width for the townhouse blocks fronting on Bur Oak
Avenue to 4 metres.
And that
the applications submitted by 14400106 Ontario Inc./Metrus Development
Inc to amend Zoning By-laws
304-87 and 177-96 be approved and the implementing by-laws, set out in Appendices
‘A’ and ‘B’ to the staff report dated May 6, 2003, be enacted, without further
notice;
And that
water supply allocation for an additional 105 units be granted to 14400106
Ontario Inc./Metrus Development Inc., such allocation to be from the total
allocation available for the Cornell Secondary Plan Area and as confirmed by
the Trustee for the Cornell Developers Group;
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.
3. APPRECIATION TO
MARKHAM-STOUFFVILLE HOSPITAL (3.8)
Mayor
Cousens advised of initiatives by the Town of Markham and other municipalities
in the Region of York to recognize the efforts and thank the healthcare staff
during the recent SARS situation. On Tuesday, May 13, staff at three regional
hospitals -- Markham Stouffville (Markham), South Lake (Newmarket), and York
Central Hospital (Richmond Hill) will be recognized through newspaper ads and
will be served refreshments by dignitaries. Mayor Cousens requested funding for
the event, if required, to supplement donations.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Town authorizes expenditures
up to a maximum of $5,000 to supplement donations for appreciation events
recognizing the efforts of healthcare workers at Regional Hospitals during the
recent SARS situation;
And that staff be authorized to place
newspaper ads for this purpose.
Public Meetings - to Council
4. 1237777 ONTARIO LTD., 7500 WOODBINE
AVENUE
APPLICATION TO REZONE TO BUSINESS CORRIDOR (ZA. 03-107705) (10.5)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider a
Zoning By-law Amendment, File ZA.03-107705, submitted by 1237777 Ontario
Limited, to change the Zone Category to Business Corridor at 7500 Woodbine
Avenue.
Committee was advised that 47
notices were mailed on April 16, 2003, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on
April 15, 2003. Committee received correspondence from Scott Sweatman of
Associated Tube Inc., advising of no objection.
Staff
gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses, and
proposed uses of the subject property.
Staff was directed to review tree
preservation on the property to the north. There were no comments from the
audience with respect to this application.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the correspondence from Scott
Sweatman of Associated Tube Inc., advising of no objections, be received;
And that the Development Services Commission information
report dated April 8, 2003, entitled “1237777 Ontario Inc. application to
rezone the property at 7500 Woodbine Avenue to the Business Corridor zone
category (ZA. 03-107705)” be received;
And that the Record of the Public Meeting held on May 6,
2003, with respect to the proposed amendments to By-law 108-81 be received;
And that the application by 1237777 Ontario Inc. to amend
By-law 108-81 be approved;
And further that the proposed amendment to By-law 108-81 be
enacted without further notice.
5. PROPOSED
AMENDMENT TO COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT
AREA POLICIES OF THE MARKHAM OFFICIAL PLAN (M1 471)(10.3)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider a
Town-initiated Official Plan Amendment, File M1 471, to update and broaden the
Community Improvement Area Policies.
Committee was advised that 18
notices were mailed on April 16, 2003, and a Public Meeting Notice was
published in the Markham Page on Tuesday, April 15, 2003. There were no written
submissions received.
The Committee had no concerns, and
there were no comments from the audience with respect to this application.
RECOMMENDATION:
And that the
Record of the Public Meeting held on May 6, 2003, with respect to the proposed
Official Plan be
received;
And that Council adopt the Official Plan Amendment, attached
as Appendix 1 to the report entitled “Proposed Official Plan Amendment –
Community Improvement Policies” and dated May 6, 2003, to amend the Community
Improvement policies in the Markham Official Plan.
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Other matters considered by the Development Services
Committee on May 6, 2003:
6. SIGN BY-LAW AMENDMENTS (2.16)
Staff made a
presentation regarding amendments to the Sign By-law with respect to A-frame
signs. Committee discussed constitutional and Heritage District issues, and
challenges to by-law enforcement.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff
presentation regarding amendments to the Sign By-law be received.
7. TDL GROUP, 8801 WOODBINE AVENUE
SITE PLAN APPLICATION FOR A TIM HORTON'S (SC 02 119098)(10.6)
Staff and
representatives of the applicant, TDL Group, made a presentation regarding a site plan
proposal, File SC 02 119098
for a Tim Horton's at 8801
Woodbine Avenue. Staff advised the property is zoned for the proposed
use, but the proposal does not meet the objectives of the Woodbine Corridor
Study. The applicant displayed site plan drawings and discussed the location of
the drive-thru traffic lanes.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the presentation
by staff and applicant, TDL
Group, regarding a site plan proposal, File SC 02 119098 for a Tim Horton's at 8801 Woodbine Avenue, be
received;
And that the site
plan application for 8801 Woodbine Avenue be referred to the Unionville
Subcommittee.
8. MARKHAM CENTRE UPDATE (10.8)
Committee received
correspondence dated April 30, 2003, from Paul W. Young, regarding the status
of his property at 4137 Highway 7.
Staff provided an
update with respect to Markham Centre, and reviewed the discussions at the Markham
Centre Steering Committee meeting held earlier that day, with respect to:
Advisory Committee vacancy; status of development applications; communications
update; and the tender for the financial strategy. Staff advised that the Town
is holding workshop sessions with Rick Williams from Portland on May 8-9, and
the Committee is invited to attend any of the sessions.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
correspondence dated April 30, 2003, from Paul W. Young, regarding the status
of his property at 4137 Highway 7, be received;
And that the staff
update with respect to Markham Centre, be received.
9. EASTERN MARKHAM STRATEGIC REVIEW UPDATE
(10.8) Weblink
The Committee had
before it the minutes of the Eastern Markham Strategic Review Committee meeting
held April 11, 2003, for information. Staff provided a brief update.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of
the Eastern Markham Strategic Review Committee meeting held April 11, 2003, and
the staff update, be received.
10. PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS (12.2.6)
The following employees were presented with service awards:
Sandra Punwasee, Senior Clerk -
Compliance, Administration & Customer Service - 15 years
Naval Grotra, Building Inspector 1,
Building Services - 5 years
Sheila Birrell Town Clerk, Clerk's Department - 3 years
Warren Giles, Provincial Offences 1,
By-laws & Licensing - 3 years
Monday Iyamu, Traffic Coordinator,
Technical Services - 3 years
Doug Strong, Provincial Offences 1,
By-laws & Licensing - 3 years
11. HERITAGE
MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- April 9, 2003 (16.11) Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the Heritage
Markham Committee meeting held April 9, 2003, be received for information.
12. MAIN STREET MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- APRIL 16, 2003, (16.39) Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the Main Street
Markham Committee meeting held April 16, 2003, be received for information.
13. ANGUS GLEN FARM LTD. & ANGUS GLEN
GOLF CLUB LTD.
SECONDARY PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS AND
DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 19TM-030004 - WEST VILLAGE
ANGUS GLEN COMMUNITY (SU.03-109045, ZA.03-109048)
(10.5, 10.7) Weblink
Councillor Horchik disclosed an interest with respect to the
proposal by Angus Glen Farm Ltd. and Angus Glen Golf Club Ltd., Files
SU.03-109045 and ZA.03-209048, by nature of his house abutting the subject
lands, and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of or vote on the
question of the approval of such matter.
Committee directed that a wider
notification be used for this application, and directed that further
information regarding the 3 watercourses and how they relate to the current
Watercourse Study, be provided at the Public Meeting.
RECOMMENDATION:
That a
Public Meeting be held to consider the applications submitted by Angus Glen
Farm Ltd. & Angus Glen Golf Club Ltd. for Secondary Plan Amendment, Zoning
By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-030004 – West Village,
Files SU.03-109045 and ZA.03-109048;
And that the notification for
the Public Meeting be extended to encompass the block that includes the east
village, west to Warden Avenue, and south to 16th Avenue;
And that
information regarding the 3 watercourses be provided at the Public Meeting.
14. 3170497 CANADA INC. (GWL REALITY ADVISORS
11, 15, 19 & 27 ALLSTATE PARKWAY AND 80 FRONTENAC DR.
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO PERMIT DAY CARE CENTRE
(ZA.03-108037) (10.5) Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That the report entitled “Application by 3170497 Canada Inc. (GWL Reality Advisors)
for an Amendment to the Zoning By-law to Permit one Day Care Centre at 11, 15,
19 and 27 Allstate Parkway and 80 Frontenac Drive, File ZA.03-108037” be received;
And that a Public Meeting be held to
consider the application submitted by 3170497 Canada Inc. for an amendment to
the Zoning By-law.
15. DELEGATED APPROVALS UNDER
BY-LAW 2002-202 (DM 2001-03)
(10.6) Weblink
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 applications listed in the report dated, May 6,
2003.
16. REPORT ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD OF MARCH 28, 2003 TO APRIL 10, 2003 (10.0) Weblink
Committee discussed the application
by Cornell Rouge Development Corporation, with respect to water allocation and
the Town's obligation under the Planning Act to process development
applications.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
Committee receive the report entitled “Report
on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of March 28, 2003 to April 10,
2003” and direct staff to process the applications in accordance with the route
outlined in the report.
17. AMENDMENTS
TO SIGN BY-LAW (A FRAME SIGNS) (2.16) Weblink
Ms. Judi
McIntyre, 132 Robinson Street, representing the Markham Village BIA, spoke in
support of the proposed amendment, with the exception of the requirement to
place A-frame signs on private property.
Mr. Gregory
McCormick, 154A Main Street, representing the Unionville BIA, advised that his
group has amended their position on A-frame signs, and now supports the
existing by-law, as long as the restriction is the same for everyone on Main
Street. Mr. McCormick noted that the staff report does not address enforcement
of the by-law. Committee discussed if prohibition of A-frame signs would be
preferred.
Mr. Richard
Talbot, 10 Station Lane, representing the Unionville Villagers Association,
concurred with Mr. McCormick's statement, and supports prohibition of A-frame
signs from Main Street Unionville.
Ms. Jeanne
Ker-Hornell, 33 Eureka Street, representing the Unionville Historical Society,
supports the Unionville BIA and its efforts to clean up the street.
Mr. Sam
Orrico, P.O. Box 24, Markham, spoke about his concerns with election signs, and
the requirement for public input.
Committee
discussed the efforts of the Town and residents to improve the business areas,
and the importance of providing a level playing field for businesses. Committee
suggested that permanent directional signage may be a solution. It was noted
that Town by-law enforcement resources are scarce. Legal staff provided a
preliminary opinion with respect to prohibiting A-frame signs, and confirmed
that a further Public Meeting would be required if this option is considered.
Small businesses that are not covered by a BIA should also be consulted.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
deputations by: Ms. Judi McIntyre representing the Markham Village BIA; Mr.
Gregory McCormick representing the Unionville BIA; Mr. Richard Talbot
representing the Unionville Villagers Association; Ms. Jeanne Ker-Hornell
representing the Unionville Historical Society; and Mr. Sam Orrico, P.O. Box
24, Markham, be received;
And that
the Development Services Commission report dated April 8, 2003, entitled
"Amendments to Sign By-law (A Frame Signs)" be received;
And that
a Public Meeting be held to consider a proposed amendment to the Sign By-law
for a town-wide prohibition of A Frame Signs. *
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* Amended by Council at its meeting
held May 13, 2003, to amend paragraph 3 to include the following:
"…
and as many small businesses be invited as possible."
18. COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT POLICIES
PROPOSED OFFICIAL PLAN
AMENDMENT - FILE: MI 471 (10.3)
Weblink
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the May 6, 2003, staff report, entitled “Proposed Official Plan Amendment -
Community Improvement policies”, concerning an official plan amendment to
update and improve the Community Improvement policies contained in the Markham
Official Plan, be received.
19. WOODBINE-APPLECREEK DEVELOPMENTS INC.
8855 WOODBINE AVENUE, SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR A
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT (SC.03-106574)
(10.6) Weblink
Mr. Paul Adelman, of Panigas
Construction Ltd., representing the applicant, Woodbine-Applecreek Developments
Inc., displayed elevations. Committee expressed concern for the industrial look
of the renderings, the scale of the metal structures, the placement of signs,
and woodlot preservation. Staff was directed to review these issues, and if the
stand of trees on the property is deemed to be a woodlot, that it be provided
the appropriate protection in the site plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the report entitled “Application
by Woodbine-Applecreek Developments Inc. for Site Plan Approval for a
Commercial Development at 8855 Woodbine Avenue (SC.03-106574)” be received;
And that the application be referred
back to town staff for review, with a report back to the next Development
Services Committee, if possible.
20. SITE
PLAN FOR MARKHAM MUSEUM RECEPTION CENTRE (6.7)
Committee had before
it a tabled draft resolution. Staff made a presentation regarding the Markham
Museum reception centre and heritage enhancements of the design as directed by
the Development Services Committee on April 8, 2003.
Committee suggested
consideration be given to adding structural features that would enable a canopy
to be attached at the rear of the building. Staff was directed to review accessibility
issues and to address the following additional items in the staff report:
details of costs, and who pays for what; options if the costing is not
approved; feasibility and cost of canopy attachment; and, pending approvals for
Ballantry Subdivision;
RECOMMENDTION:
That the site plan
application (File SC 03 108785) by the Town of Markham for the Markham Museum
to construct a 273m2 Reception Centre at 9350 Markham Road, be
approved in principle, subject to:
1. Approval
of financing; and
2. That the Town shall submit final
drawings, and comply with all requirements of the Town and authorized public
agencies, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services.
21. YORK
REGION RAPID TRANSIT UPDATE (5.14)
This item was deferred to a future
meeting.
22. IBM CANADA LIMITED, 8200
WARDEN AVENUE
STATUTORY PUBLIC MEETING
NOTICE FOR EXTENSION
OF TEMPORARY USE PERMISSION
(TEMPORARY PARKING LOT)
(ZA 03-108893)(10.5)
Committee had before it a memo dated
May 6, 2003, from the Commissioner of Development Services, regarding the
Public Meeting notice requirement for the extension of a temporary use at IBM
Canada Limited, 8200 Warden Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff memo dated May 6, 2003
regarding the Public Meeting notice requirement for the extension of a
temporary use at IMB Canada Limited, 8200 Warden Avenue, be received;
And that the expanded notice
procedure not be applied to this application and that the notice be based upon
the statutory requirement of 120 metres, and that Rouge Park Alliance be
notified.
Public Meeting
7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber
Attendance
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Councillor
A. Chiu
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V. Shuttleworth, Director of
Planning and Urban Design
J. Bosomworth, Senior Project
Coordinator
S. Kitagawa, Senior Planner
M. Urquhart, Senior Planner
D. Wylie, Senior Planner
T. Kanji, Planner
K. Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The Development Services Committee
convened at the hour of 7:05 p.m. in the Council Chamber with Councillor G.
McKelvey in the Chair.
23. 1371045 ONTARIO LIMITED, 160 AND 162 BULLOCK DRIVE
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT FOR BUSINESS CORRIDOR
(ZA.02-106189) (10.5)
Councillor Heath disclosed an interest with respect to the
proposed zoning by-law amendment for 1371045 Ontario Limited, at 160 and 162
Bullock Drive, by nature of owning property next door, and did not take part in
the consideration or discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of
such matter.
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider a
Zoning By-law Amendment, File ZA.02-106189, submitted by 1371045 Ontario
Limited, to change the Zone Category from Industrial (M) to Business Corridor
(BC) at 160 and 162 Bullock Drive.
Committee was advised that 229
notices were mailed on April 16, 2003, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on
April 16, 2003. Committee received correspondence during the meeting from
Deborah Doherty and John Higgins, and Beverley and Ronald Beaton, with
concerns.
Staff
gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses, and
proposed uses of the subject property.
Mr. Jennifer Maurice, 124 Sherwood
Forest Drive, expressed concern for the compatibility of potential uses,
particularly a Karaoke Bar. Ms. Maurice requested to be allowed further input
for determining the uses.
Ms. Helen Heydorn, 88 Mercer Court,
advised her property is closest to the subject property. Ms. Heydorn discussed
her concerns with respect to noise, compatible uses and compatible hours, and
impacts on the use of her backyard. She suggested that a 10-ft concrete wall be
constructed on the north side of the property, next to the train tracks.
Ms. Debbie Doherty, 71 Mercer Crescent,
read a letter stating the concerns of herself, John Higgins, and Beverly and
Ronald Beaton. Ms. Doherty discussed noise, odours, barking dogs, visual
impacts, and impacts from Body Shops at 166 Bullock. Ms. Doherty submitted her
letter, and a copy of a newspaper article dated December 7, 2002 from the
Economist & Sun, entitled "Factories can be noxious neighbours".
Committee advised that
Town By-law Enforcement staff have been pursuing investigation of these
properties with the Ministry of Environment. Committee acknowledged that
the uses on this property are of great concern to the residents, and although
permitted uses cannot be taken away, a new zoning by-law can limit the uses.
Staff was directed to consider expanding the list of permitted uses that would
increase the property's marketability while being more compatible with the
neighbours; and to carefully consider the uses of place of entertainment,
restaurant, and convention centre. Appropriate buffering/fencing, and
landscaping will be required. It was suggested that the efforts of MOE with
respect to odours and emissions be pursued with Markham's MPP.
The
Chair advised that if interested parties leave their names with staff, they
will be notified further with respect to the proposed uses.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the correspondence from Deborah
Doherty and John Higgens, and Beverley and Ronald Beaton, with concerns
regarding the proposed zoning by-law amendment for 1371045 Ontario Limited, at
160 and 162 Bullock Drive, File ZA.02-106189, be received;
And that the deputations by Mr.
Jennifer Maurice; Ms. Helen Heydorn; and Ms. Debbie Doherty, be received;
And that the report from the
Development Services Commission report dated March 25, 2003, entitled
"1371045 Ontario Limited, 160 and 162 Bullock Drive, Zoning By-law
Amendment to Change the Zone Category from Industrial (M) to Business Corridor
(BC)", be received;
And that the Record of the Public Meeting held on May
6, 2003, with respect to the proposed amendment to By-law 1229, as amended be
received;
And further that the application be referred back to staff for a report
evaluating the proposal.
24. -ARROWDALE DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED/BONNYDON LIMITED
19TM-03001(SU 03 106255, ZA 03
106253)
-1039954 ONTARIO LIMITED
(WISMER COMMONS) 19TM-02016
(SU 02 118676, ZA 02 118669)
- LINDVEST WISMER COMMONS
LIMITED 19TM-01019
(SU 02 119221, ZA 02 119217)
WISMER COMMONS COMMUNITY,
BOUNDED BY MCCOWAN ROAD,
MAJOR MACKENZIE DRIVE, HIGHWY
48 AND SIXTEENTH AVENUE
DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
(10.5, 10.7)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider Draft Approval and Implementing
Rezoning for Draft Plans of Subdivision, submitted by: Arrowdale Developments Limited/Bonnydon 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-01019 (SU 02 119221, ZA 02 119217), for lands bounded by McCowan
Road, Major Mackenzie Drive, Highway 48, and Sixteenth Avenue.
Committee was advised that 29
notices were mailed on April 16, 2003, and three Public Meeting signs were
posted on April 12 and 14, 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. Committee discussed water allocation and
phasing issues. Staff was directed to review back-lotting onto Major Mackenzie
Drive, and to ensure the existing dwelling at the corner of Major Mackenzie
Drive has access into the new subdivision.
There were no comments from the
audience with respect to this application.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the report from the Development
Services Commission report dated March 25, 2003, entitled "Arrowdale Developments
Limited/Bonnydon Limited, 19TM-03001, 1039954 Ontario Limited (Wismer Commons)
19TM-02016 and Lindvest Wismer Commons Limited, 19TM-01019, Applications for
Draft Approval and Implementing Rezoning for Draft Plans of Subdivision",
be received;
And that the Record of the Public Meeting held on May
6, 2003, 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 applications be referred back to staff for a report
and recommendations.
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at the
hour of 9:10 p.m.