Recommendation:
THAT Heritage Markham does not support the proposed Zoning By-law amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision applications (ZA 18 149630 & SU 18 149630) from a heritage perspective as the development proposal does not incorporate the Alexander McPherson House;
THAT the development proposal for 186 Old Kennedy Road be revised to sensitively incorporated and restore the Alexander McPherson House as a detached dwelling;
THAT as a condition of approval for the Draft Plan of Subdivision which includes the Alexander McPherson House, the City should secure the standard heritage requirements including:
- Secure a Heritage Easement Agreement for the cultural heritage resource;
- Obtain a Conservation/Restoration Plan for the cultural heritage resources on the property including both maintenance and restoration requirements as part of a Site Plan Agreement, with implementation secured through a financial security;
- Secure commitments from the owners to undertake necessary maintenance on the existing cultural heritage resource, and the proper boarding if it is to continue to be left vacant.
- Secure a Markham Remembered plaque to highlight and celebrate the identified cultural heritage resource;
AND THAT the Alexander McPherson house be brought into compliance with both the City’s Property Standards and Keep Markham Beautiful By-laws.