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MINUTES

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE

2005-05-17

Meeting No. 10

All Members of Council

Development Services                                                                             Economic Development

Chair:              Councillor G. McKelvey                                                                                                            Chair:          Councillor J. Virgilio

Vice-Chair:      Councillor D. Horchik

 

PART A - 11:00 a.m. - Canada Room

PART B - 1:00 p.m. - Council Chamber

 

Attendance

            Mayor D. Cousens (12:35)

                                    (Absent 1:30 – 3:40)

            Deputy Mayor  F. Scarpitti (3:00)

            Regional Councillor J. Heath

            Regional Councillor J. Jones (left – 3:10)

            Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

            Councillor S. Daurio

            Councillor J. Virgilio (11:35)

            Councillor J. Webster

            Councillor G. McKelvey

            Councillor D. Horchik

            Councillor K. Usman

            Councillor A. Chiu

 

Regrets:

            Councillor E. Shapero

 

J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer

J. Baird, Commissioner of Development Services

J. Sales, Commissioner of Community Services

A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services

S. Birrell, Town Clerk

A. Brown, Director of Engineering

D. Clark, Town Architect

C. Conrad, Town Solicitor

B. Cribbett, Treasurer

S. Chait, Director of Economic Development

G. Duncan, Senior Planner, Heritage

R. Kendall, Senior Project Coordinator

T. Lambe, Manager, Policy and research

J. Lustig, Director of Financial and Client Services

E. Silva-Stewart, Planner

V. Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design

K. Webber, Administrative Assistant

M. West, Manager, Strategic Initiatives

K. Bavington, Committee Clerk

 

 

The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 11:10 a.m. in the Canada Room with Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair.

 

 

DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST

Councillor J. Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to Item # 4, the proposed development in the West Cathedral Community, by nature of representing the principal of Barrowcrest Development Inc. at 2938 Major Mackenzie Drive, and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.

1.         INVESTIGATION OF OPPORTUNITIES TO RENAME LAHORE ROAD
            LOCATED WITHIN THE FAIRTREE VILLAGES, WHILE RETAINING
            THE NAME LAHORE WITHIN THE COMMUNITY (10.14)  
Report

 

Staff reviewed the background for the request to change the street name of “Lahore Road”, and advised that an agreement has been reached with the Ward Councillor and the developer to use the name on another street in a future phase of the Fairtree Villages subdivision. The Ward Councillor noted that this is a win-win situation for everyone, and he provided written historical information for the record.

 

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the report dated May 17, 2005, entitled  Investigation of opportunities to rename Lahore Road, located within the Fairtree Villages, while retaining the name Lahore within the community”, be received;

 

And that a by-law to rename Lahore Road within the Fairtree Villages subdivision to Bethany Street be considered by Council at its meeting on June 28, 2005;

 

And that the Clerk be authorized to provide notice in accordance with notice By-law 2002-275;

 

*And that the name Lahore be applied to a street within Phase 6 of the Fairtree Villages subdivision.

* Amended by Council on May 24, 2005, to amend the last paragraph to read as follows:

 

“And that the name Lahore Crescent be applied to a street within Phase 6 of the Fairtree Villages subdivision.”

CARRIED

 

 

2.         1055097 ONTARIO LIMITED (LARKIN MONARCH PARTNERSHIP)
DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 19T-95009
CONVEYANCE OF PARTS 1 AND 2 ON DRAFT REFERENCE
PLAN – BECKETT LANDS TO TOWN OF MARKHAM
BERCZY VILLAGE COMMUNITY  (10.7)  Report  

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That Council approve the conveyance to the Town of Markham of land adjacent to the northwest corner of the Larkin-Monarch Partnership draft plan, being described as Part 1 and Part 2 on a Draft Reference Plan prepared by David Horwood Limited, dated January 28, 2005 (to be deposited), from Donna Marie Beckett, Ewart Ross Beckett and Lawrence Frank Beckett, containing an area of approximately 0.105 hectares (0.26 ac), for road dedication and parkland purposes, for nominal consideration and free and clear of all encumbrances, with all costs associated with the conveyance including the design and construction of the road extension over the subject lands, as set out in the subdivision agreement, be borne by the developer of the abutting plan of subdivision;

And that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute all related documents necessary to give effect to this recommendation, in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor, for the acquisition of approximately 0.105 hectares (0.26 ac) of land, adjacent to the northwest corner of Larkin-Monarch Partnership draft plan, being described as Parts 1 and 2 on a Draft Reference Plan prepared by David Horwood Limited, dated January 28, 2005 (to be deposited).

CARRIED

 

 

3.         DESIGNATION UNDER PART IV OF THE ONTARIO
HERITAGE ACT – JOHN CAMERON JR. HOUSE
25 FAIRWAY HEIGHTS DRIVE
OWNER: BAYVIEW COUNTRY CLUB LTD.  (16.11.3)  Report

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the John Cameron Jr. House at 25 Fairway Heights Drive be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as recommended by Heritage Markham;

 

And that the Clerk’s Department be authorized to:

  • publish and serve Council’s Notice of Intention to Designate as per the requirements of the Act, and;
  • prepare the Designation By-law for the property.

CARRIED

 

 

4.         APPLICATIONS FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
            AND REZONING BY:
            BARROWCREST DEVELOPMENTS INC., 2938 MAJOR
            MACKENZIE DRIVE EAST (SU 02 118584, ZA 02 118517);
            2014039 ONTARIO LIMITED c/o ROMAN CORPORATION,
            CATHEDRAL TOWN SOUTH, PART LOT 22 CONCESSION 3
            (SU 05 011381, ZA 05 011385);
            CATHEDRAL TOWN LIMITED AND 404 DEVELOPMENTS INC.
            AND THE SLOVAK GREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH FOUNDATION,
            CATHEDRAL TOWN – PRECINCT, PART LOTS 23, 24 AND 25
            CONCESSION 3 (SU 05 011998);
            ROMANDALE FARMS LIMITED & 404 DEVELOPMENTS INC.,
            CATHEDRAL TOWN PHASE II, 10350 WOODBINE AVE
            (SU 05 009154, ZA 05009155);
            TUCCIARONE FAMILY, 3901 ELGIN MILLS RD E.
            (SU 01 110126, ZA 01 110135);
            MONARCH CORPORATION, PART LOTS 26 AND 27,
            CONCESSION 3 (NORTHWEST QUADRANT OF ELGIN
            MILLS RD. E. AND WOODBINE AVE) (SU 05 010966, ZA 05 010968);
            TO PERMIT RESIDENTIAL AND MIXED COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL
            DEVELOPMENT IN THE WEST CATHEDRAL COMMUNITY
            (10.7 & 10.5)   
Report

 

Councillor J. Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to the proposed development in the West Cathedral Community, by nature of representing the principal of Barrowcrest Development Inc., at 2938 Major Mackenzie Drive, and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.

Correspondence dated May 16, 2005 was provided from Jim Kirk of Malone Given Parsons Ltd., representing Mrs. M. Harmon, owner of approximately 10 acres of land on the south side of Elgin Mills Road, west of Victoria Square, with concerns that the Open Space designation applied to Mrs. Harmon’s property in the Secondary Plan is inappropriate.

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

Seconded by: Councillor D. Horchik

 

That the correspondence from Jim Kirk of Malone Given Parsons Ltd., representing Mrs. M. Harmon, owner of approximately 10 acres of land on the south side of Elgin Mills Road, west of Victoria Square, with concerns, be received and referred to staff;

 

And that a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval and Rezoning by:

 

·     Barrowcrest Developments Inc., 2938 Major Mackenzie Drive East (file no. SU 02 118584; ZA 02 118517);

·     2014039 Ontario Limited c/o Roman Corporation, Cathedral Town South, Part Lot 22 Concession 3 (file no. SU 05011381; ZA 05 011385);

·     Cathedral Town Limited and 404 Developments Inc. and the Slovak Greek Catholic Church Foundation, Cathedral Town – Precinct, Part Lots 23, 24, and 25 Concession 3 (file no. SU 05 011998);

·     Romandale Farms Limited & 404 Developments Inc., Cathedral Town Phase II, 10350 Woodbine Ave. (file no. SU 05 009154; ZA 05 009155);

·     Tucciarone Family, 3901 Elgin Mills Rd. E. (file no. SU 01 110126; ZA 01 110135);

·     Monarch Corporation, Part Lots 26 and 27, Concession 3 (northwest quadrant of Elgin Mills Rd. E. and Woodbine Avenue), (file no. SU 05 010966; ZA 05 010968);

To permit residential and mixed commercial residential development in the West Cathedral Community;

 

And that a capital project entitled “Feasibility Study:  Highway 404 ramp extensions and overpass, Cathedral Community” be established at an upset limit of $40,000 (excluding GST) to be funded from the Town-wide hard services development charge reserves;

 

And that the Director of Engineering be authorized to retain McCormick Rankin Ltd. as a preferred supplier to undertake the feasibility analysis to analyze the Highway 404 ramp extensions at Major Mackenzie Drive and Elgin Mills Road and the proposed Highway 404 grade separation.

CARRIED

 

 

 

5.         EXCHANGE INVOLVING VARIOUS PARTS OF
CHIPPENHAM LANE WITH WYKLAND ESTATES
(MATTAMY HOMES) – EAST OF 9TH LINE, SOUTH OF
16TH AVENUE – PLAN 65M-3767, CORNELL COMMUNITY
(SU 03 108934) (8.5, 10.0)    
Report

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the widened sections of Chippenham Lane (“transformer blocks”) as described below be declared surplus as required by By-law 178-96, and that notice of the disposition of  described lands be placed on the agenda for the Council meeting of May 24th , 2005:

 

Land to be declared surplus

·        Being part of  Lots 141/142 Chippenham Lane and described as Part 1 and Part 2 on Plan 65R-27525

·        Being part of Lots 149/150 Chippenham Lane and described as Part 6 and Part 7 on Plan 65R-27525

·        Being part of Lot 146 Chippenham Lane and described as Part 1 on a Draft Reference Plan prepared by J.D. Barnes Limited dated February 15, 2005

Land to be conveyed to the Town

·        Being part of  Lot 143 Chippenham Lane and described as Part 3 on Plan 65R-27525

·        Being part of  Lots 147 and 148 Chippenham Lane and described as Part 4 and Part 5 on a Plan 65R-27525

·        Being part of Lot 145 Chippen Lane and described as Part 2 on a Draft Reference Plan prepared by J.D. Barnes Limited dated February 15, 2005;

 

And that a by-law be enacted on the Council meeting dated June 14th, 2005 to stop up and close the transformer blocks as described above;

 

And that approval be granted to the Manager of Real Property to exchange the lands described above with Wykland Estates Inc. for a nominal fee;

 

And the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute all related documents necessary to give effect to this recommendation in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor for the exchange of lands with Wykland Estates Inc. as described above;

 

And that a by-law be enacted to dedicate the new transformer blocks along Chippenham Lane as public highway;

 

And further that Wykland Estates Inc. compensate the Town for all municipal processing costs incurred to implement the above.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

6.         MINTO MARKHAM PARTNERSHIP – NORTHWEST CORNER
OF ROUGE BANK DRIVE & 9TH LINE – OFFICIAL PLAN AND
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION TO REDESIGNATE
AND REZONE THE LANDS FROM NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL
TO LOW DENSITY HOUSING LEGACY COMMUNITY
(OP 04 013980, ZA 028827) (10.3, 10.5)   
Report

 

Committee discussed the applications currently before the OMB, and staff’s recommendation for flexible zoning. The Ward Councillor advised of a letter from Legacy Ratepayers Community Association endorsing the proposal and lobbying for servicing allocation for this site.

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

 

That the Secondary Plan amendment application (OP.04-013980) submitted by Minto Markham Partnership for lands at the northwest corner of 9th Line and Rouge Bank Drive, be approved in principle and the draft Secondary Plan amendment be finalized, to permit low density residential development, with the commercial permission as recommended in the staff report dated May 17, 2005, and forwarded to the Ontario Municipal Board for final approval;

 

And that the Zoning By-law amendment application (ZA.04-028827) to amend By-law 177-96, as amended, submitted by Minto Markham Partnership, to permit low density residential development (single detached dwellings) on the subject lands, be approved in principle and the draft Zoning By-law amendment be finalized, with the commercial permission as recommended in the staff report dated May 17, 2005, and forwarded to the Ontario Municipal Board for final approval.

CARRIED

 

 

 

7.         VARIANCE TO THE FENCE BY-LAW 277-97
AT 12 BERNADOTTE DRIVE  (10.0, 2.19)  
Report

 

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

 

That the report entitled “Variance to the Fence By-Law 277-97 at 12 Bernadotte Drive” to Development Services Committee, dated May 17, 2005 be received;

 

And that the request to grant relief from the provisions of the Fence By-Law 277-97 to permit a 1.8 m (6 ft.) high masonry wall and masonry piers to remain as existing along the front yard property lines, whereas 1.2 m (4 ft.) is permitted for the front yard, be denied;

 

And that the contravening fences be reduced or reconstructed to comply with the permitted heights as defined in By-Law 277-97.

CARRIED

 

8.         DEMOLITION OF HERITAGE BUILDINGS
            FEDERAL AIRPORT LANDS (PICKERING LANDS SITE)  
             
Report   (10.0, 13.1)    

 

Committee discussed the cost of restoring the buildings, and the need to privatize ownership.

Two amendments were made to the recommendation.

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

 

That the Federal Minister of Transportation be advised that the preservation of heritage resources is a key strategic objective of the Town of Markham in achieving a quality community;

 

And that the Town of Markham appreciates the Federal initiative to encourage dialogue with local municipalities regarding the future of heritage resources within the Pickering Lands Site and the cultural heritage objectives of their draft Green Space Master Plan;

 

And that Council is very concerned that the current approach of Transport Canada, to demolish a number of Heritage Buildings, will result in the continued loss of locally significant heritage resources and rural communities, creating a large depopulated area in the north-east part of Markham;

 

And that Council is further concerned that the current Transport Canada approach to demolish heritage buildings is not consistent with the policies of the Draft Federal Green Space Master Plan;

 

And that the Town of Markham respectfully requests that no demolitions of any heritage buildings on the portion of the Federal Pickering Airport Lands Site within the boundaries of the Town of Markham occur until strategies for short term and long term preservation of significant heritage buildings are finalized and that security for protection of the buildings during this time be provided;

 

And further that Council request Town staff continue to work with Transport Canada to develop a cultural heritage protection strategy:

 

  1. that is consistent with the stated principles and vision for the Federal Green Space lands, and;
  2. that will provide interim cultural heritage protection for the non-green space Pickering Airport lands until such time as the long-term use of the non-Green Space lands in Markham is determined; 

 

And that Transport Canada be requested to consider as part of the strategy deliberations, privatization of the heritage buildings from government and agency-owned to privately-owned, as described in previous resolutions of the Town of Markham.

CARRIED

 

 

9.         LIBERTY DEVELOPMENT CORP. (2015776 ONTARIO INC.)
            APPLICATION FOR PHASE 1 SITE PLAN APPROVAL
            SOUTHEAST CORNER OF HWY 7 & SOUTH TOWN CENTRE BLVD
            PART OF LOT 10, CONCESSION 4 MARKHAM CENTRE
            (SC 04 02723) (10.6)    Report

 

Committee received correspondence from Mark R. Flowers of Davis Howe Partners, representing Circa Inc., with concerns regarding the servicing allocation for this proposal.

 

Staff reviewed servicing allocation requirements and the recommended conditions.

 

Ian MacLeod of Davis Howe Partners, representing Dorsey/Tridel, discussed allocation issues and requested amendments to the recommendation.

 

Barry Horosko of Bratty and Partners, representing the applicant, Liberty Development Corporation, concurred with all the conditions. He requested staff work out a mechanism to ensure conditions have been completed and the Developers Group Agreement signed before proceeding. Liberty is prepared to proceed now on residential development with the servicing allotted, and will provide an undertaking to the Town and other developers that the agreement will be signed.

 

Staff advised that allocation is at the discretion of Council. Staff support commencement of the office component and will ensure the applicant receives priority with the additional Regional allocation. Committee made it clear that concessions are being made to facilitate office development.

 

Committee agreed to five amendments to the conditions, as follows:

-     remove requirement for letter from the Trustee of the Markham Centre Developers Group supporting allocation

-     the applicant will give an undertaking to the Developers Group and to the Town to enter into the Markham Centre Developers Group Agreement prior to site plan approval on any residential or hotel buildings

-     staff to report to Committee of the Whole on May 24, 2005 about any concerns with the wording of the amendments

-     recommendations # 10 and # 23 to be amended to add to the end: “prior to issuance of building permits for residential or hotel buildings”.

 

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

 

That the correspondence from Mark R. Flowers of Davis Howe Partners, representing Circa Inc., with concerns regarding the servicing allocation for this proposal, be received;

 

And that the deputations by Ian MacLeod of Davis Howe Partners, representing Dorsey/Tridel, with concerns, and by Barry Horosko of Bratty and Partners, representing the applicant, Liberty Development Corporation, be received;

 

And that the report dated May 17, 2005, entitled “Liberty Development Corporation (2015776 Ontario Inc.) Application for Phase 1 Site Plan Approval” be received;

 

And that Liberty Development Corporation be granted a servicing allocation of 311 units from the Town reserve, subject to:

 

·        Providing an undertaking to the Town and Markham Centre Landowners committing to execute a Developer’s Group Agreement prior to final site plan approval for the residential buildings and suites hotel, to the satisfaction of the Town Solicitor and Commissioner of Development Services;

·        Entering into a Linkage Agreement requiring issuance of full Building Permits for the office component of the project and commencing construction, prior to seeking any Building Permit for any residential building and suites hotel;

·        Revisions to the building elevations and site plan to address the concerns raised by staff and the Markham Centre Advisory Committee to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;

 

And that Landowners in Markham Centre be advised that Markham Council is committed to the Developer Group Agreement process to ensure there is a fair and equitable distribution of servicing allocation in Markham Centre, and that it is Council’s position that all future requests for servicing allocation for residential developments shall only be considered in the context of an approved Developer’s Group Agreement;

 

And that Council authorize the enactment of a by-law to remove the Hold (H) provision on the subject lands and that the H removal by-law be enacted upon execution of a site plan agreement; upon execution of a Linkage Agreement; and, dedication of the lands required to achieve York Region’s widening requirements, YRTP’s transit alignment along South Town Centre Boulevard, lands required for the completion of Clegg Road and the new north/south street; and submission of functional traffic and other required studies; and execution of a subdivision agreement for the residential component, to the satisfaction of the Region of York, the Commissioner of Development Services and the Town Solicitor;

 

And that prior to final site plan approval for the residential buildings and suites hotel, Liberty will enter into the Developer’s Group Agreement, to the satisfaction of the Town.  Said Developer’s Group Agreement shall address Liberty’s share of the costs of community infrastructure and facilities in the Markham Centre area on a pro rata basis relating to the Phase 1 development, including the office component. 

 

And that the First Phase Site Plan application (SC 04 026723) submitted by Liberty Development Corporation to construct two office buildings, two condominium apartment buildings and a suites hotel be approved, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.         That the Owner shall revise the site plan to comply with the applicable zoning, or shall obtain variances for relief from the setback and other requirements of the by-law to accommodate the building programme, as described in this report;

2.         That the Owner enter into a Site Plan Agreement with the Town, containing all standard and special provisions and requirements of the Town, Region of York and other public agencies, and including the specific requirements identified in the staff report, prior to final site plan approval or any land severance coming into full force and effect;

 

3.         That the Owner enter into a Development Phasing Agreement with the Town, prior to final site plan approval, upon finalization of the Warden West Phasing Plan, including phased transportation improvements, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;

 

4.         That the Owner enter into a Linkage Agreement with the Town, prior to final site plan approval, agreeing to obtain full building permits and commence construction of the office component, prior to seeking building permits for any residential building, to the satisfaction of the Town Solicitor and Commissioner of Development Services;

 

5.         That the Owner provide access locations and driveway design configuration to development blocks to the satisfaction of the Town and the Region of York;

 

6.         That the owner provide for the construction of the north/south road to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering.  As an interim measure, the design of the north/south road may include a reduced boulevard width of 1.0 metre on the east side of the road, subject to the provision of a 5.0 metre wide boulevard on the west side of the road, and lane configuration and widths to the satisfaction of the Town and the Region of York.  That staff be authorized to pursue the necessary agreement to acquire lands on the east side of the north/south road from the adjacent hotel property owner, for nominal consideration, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute such an agreement in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor.

           

            In the event the adjacent hotel property owner does not convey the land required to construct the north/south road to the Town for nominal consideration, prior to the issuance of a building permit for the office component, and/or in the event the land required to maintain a minimum 3.0 metre boulevard on the east side of the new north/south road cannot be obtained through the planning application process, the Owner will pay all costs associated with the purchase or expropriation of the lands necessary to achieve the ultimate road allowance required for the north/south road; 

 

7.         That the Owner enter into an easement agreement respecting access, egress, parking and other related shared facilities to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;

 

8.         That the Owner enter into an easement agreement respecting public access to the private courtyard areas to ensure continuous public access through the site, linking with park and public open space elements, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;

 

9.         That the Owner prepare an overall utility plan (Composite Utility Plan) to the satisfaction of the Town for Phase 1, as a condition of site plan approval. The plan shall comply with the approved streetscape design criteria for Markham Centre, and minimize the exposure of above grade service structure/equipment to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services, and that the approved utility plan be included in the material displayed in the sales centre;

 

10.       That the Owner pay all applicable fees, recoveries, local service contributions, development charges and satisfy financial obligations related to applicable Developers Group Agreements, prior to the issuance of permits for the suites hotel and residential buildings;

 

11.       That prior to final site plan approval for the suites hotel and residential buildings the Owner satisfy cash-in-lieu of parkland obligations for the Phase 1 development, including the office component, in accordance with the Parkland Principles for Markham Centre and pursuant to the Markham Centre Secondary Plan, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services. The conveyance of future park blocks, located within subsequent phases of this development, shall occur upon registration of the plan of subdivision;

 

12.       That prior to the execution of the site plan agreement, the Owner shall submit final drawings including, but not limited to, site plans and elevation drawings, landscape plans, an underground parking layout plan, grading, servicing and engineering drawings that comply with all requirements of the Town and authorized public agencies, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;

 

13.       That the Owner submit a Landscape Plan, including a detailed lighting submission, prepared by a Landscape Architect, having O.A.L.A. membership, reflecting the comments contained in this staff report for approval by the Commissioner of Development Services, prior to the execution of the site plan agreement;

 

14.       That the location, size and construction of all refuse storage areas and recycling facilities, and arrangements for waste collection be to the satisfaction of the Town of Markham Waste Management Department;

 

15.       That provisions for Fire Routes, yard hydrants, Siamese connections and other emergency access requirements be to the satisfaction of the Fire Department;

 

16.       That provision for snow storage, sidewalk alignment and maintenance be to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Operations and Director of Engineering;

 

17.       That the Owner pay for all costs associated with the relocation of utilities within the right-of-way, as may be required;

 

18.       That the Owner obtain approval from the York Region Transportation and Works Department prior to commencing any work on the site or road allowance;

 

19.       That the Owner pay its proportionate share of development charges in accordance with Area Specific Development Charge By-laws;

20.       That the Owner implement the recommendations of the approved Environmental Noise and Vibration Feasibility Study and complete any mitigation measures, including noise warning clauses in agreements of purchase and sale with future condominium owners to the satisfaction of York Region and the Director of Engineering;

 

21.       That the Owner provide and implement a detailed stormwater management plan, including quality control measures/devices to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering;

 

22.       That the Owner provide and implement erosion control measures during construction and obtain a Topsoil Removal Permit to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering;

 

23.                   That the Owner pay its proportionate share of recoveries to original developers for services which they provided, which may benefit this development, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering, prior to the issuance of permits for the suites hotel and residential buildings; 

 

24.       That the Owner comply with all requirements of the Town and authorized public agencies, including PowerStream to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;

 

25.       That the Owner provide and implement a comprehensive TDM plan which clearly identifies bike parking, carpool parking, provision of shower facilities for office staff using alternate forms of transportation and any other measures to promote alternative modes to the single occupant vehicle;

 

26.       That the Owner provide confirmation that height of the office building at the intersection of Highway 7 and South Town Centre represents the highest element within the plan area and meets the requirements of Transport Canada, including applicable warning clauses;

 

27.       That the Owner provide and implement a comprehensive Green Infrastructure plan which includes the introduction of green roof technology on the lower building elements within the plan and provides for connection to the District Energy network to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;

 

28.       That the Owner participate in the enhanced hoarding programme, and that staff be authorized to enter into a Hoarding Agreement with Liberty;

 

29.       That staff be authorized to undertake amendments to the “No Pre-sale Agreement” to allow for the sale of Liberty’s Phase 1 residential component upon satisfactory completion of the conditions identified above required for the granting of a servicing allocation from the Town Reserve;

 

30.       That the site plan agreement provide for the installation of odour control units within restaurants located within the office and retail components of the plan;

 

 

 

31.       That Town support for minor variances to the oversupply of parking be conditional on the following:

·        The parking surplus being provided on a three-year temporary basis;

·        Liberty retaining title to the parking or the parking being a common element of the condominium; and,

·        At the time of minor variance, staff being authorized to pursue an agreement with Liberty for the future use of surplus parking for paid public parking incorporating provisions relating to the Parking Strategy for Markham Centre, to the satisfaction of the Town Solicitor and Commissioner of Development Services;

 

32.       That the underground parking garage plans provide, possibly through the use of ‘knock-out’ panels, for possible future access to public lands beneath a portion of the Highway #7 right-of-way along the northern boundary of the site, in support of the emerging Parking Strategy;

 

33.       That the site plan approval will lapse after a period of three years from the date of this site plan approval, in the event that the Owner does not enter into a site plan agreement with the Town.

CARRIED

 

 

Public Meetings – to Council

 

 

10.       FAIRTREE DRIVING RANGE, EAST SIDE OF
            KENNEDY ROAD, NORTH OF MAJOR MACKENZIE DRIVE
            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO PERMIT A GOLF
            DRIVING RANGE AS A TEMPORARY USE (ZA 04 012862)    (10.5)

 

The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider the proposed   Zoning By-law amendment (File ZA 04 012862) submitted by Fairtree Driving Range to permit a golf driving range as a temporary use at 10411 Kennedy Road.

 

Committee was advised that 29 notices were mailed on April 27, 2005, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on April 22, 2005. There were no written submissions received.

 

There were no comments from the audience with respect to this application and the Committee had no concerns.

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

 

 

 

That the Record of the Public Meeting held on May 17, 2005, with respect to the proposed amendments to By-law 304-87 and to the Minister’s Zoning Order (Airport) by Fairtree Driving Range to permit a golf driving range on a temporary basis on a portion of the lands on the east side of Kennedy Road, north of Major Mackenzie Drive, municipally known as 10411 Kennedy Road (ZA 04 012862) be received;

 

And that the application by Fairtree Driving Range to amend By-law 304-87 be approved;

 

And that the proposed amendment to By-law 304-87 be enacted without further notice.

 

CARRIED

 

 

11.       STRADA AGGREGATES INC., 350 YORKTECH DRIVE
            CONCESSION 4, PART 4 PLAN 22981 AND PART 1 PLAN 65R-22981
            APPLICATION TO EXTEND A TEMPORARY USE BY-LAW
            (ZA 05-008335) (10.5)

 

The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider the proposed   extension of a temporary use by-law (File ZA 05 008335) submitted by Strada Aggregates Inc., at 350 Yorktech Drive.

 

Committee was advised that 200 notices were mailed on April 27, 2005, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on April 26, 2005. There were no written submissions received.

 

There were no comments from the audience with respect to this application and the Committee had no concerns.

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor S. Daurio

 

That the preliminary report from the Development Services Commission entitles “Strada Aggregates Inc., Application to extend a temporary use by-law for 350 Yorktech Drive, Concession 4, part 4 Plan 22981 and Part 1, Plan 65R-22981, File Number ZA 05 008335” be received;

 

And that the Record of the Public Meeting held on May 17, 2005, with respect to the proposed amendment to By-law 165-80, as amended, be received;

 

And that the application by Strada Aggregates Inc. to extend temporary use by-law 2002-139 be approved;

 

And further that the proposed amendments be enacted without further notice upon execution of an amendment to the site plan agreement to provide for the implementation of a truck traffic-monitoring program for an additional three year period of the extended Temporary use By-law.

 

CARRIED

 

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Other matters considered by development Services Committee on May 17, 2005:

 

 

12.       APPEAL OF ZONING APPLICATION
            BY WISMER MARKHAM DEVELOPMENTS INC.,
            9442 AND 9506 HIGHWAY 48
(ZA 03-113694, ZA 04-024270) (10.5)  

 

Staff reviewed correspondence received at the May 3, 2005 Development Services Committee meeting regarding the appeal of the Wismer Markham Developments Inc. zoning application to the Ontario Municipal Board by the applicant, on the basis of the Town’s lack of decision. The applicant has indicated the proposal will not include Big Box development and has agreed to scope the uses and include a store size cap. Staff will continue to negotiate a settlement to the appeal.

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

 

That the presentation by staff regarding the appeal of applications by Wismer Markham Development Inc. to rezone 9442 and 9506 Highway 48 (ZA 03-113694, ZA 04-024270), be received.

CARRIED

 

 

13.       COMMERCIAL POLICY REVIEW AND
            HIGHWAY 48 RETAIL IMPACT PEER REVIEW (10.8)  

 

Staff gave a background summary of the Commercial Policy Review and Highway 48 Retail Impact Study, prepared by John Winter Associates Limited, and the Peer Review of both reports as directed by Development Services Committee.

 

James Tait of Tait Economic Research Incorporated, and Scott Burns, Planning Consultant, gave an overview presentation of the Peer Review. A full report will be presented in the near future.

 

With respect to the Commercial Policy Review, the consultants looked at the assumptions and methodology used and concluded that the research and analysis conducted was sufficient to support the conclusions as well as the comments provided on a number of contemporary challenges facing the Town.

 

With respect to the Highway 48 Retail Impact Study, the consultants support the conclusion that there is a demand for retail on Highway 48, and that there is an opportunity for the Markham and Unionville Main Street BIA’s to work together so that they can co-exist with the new retail.

 

The consultants noted that Markham has already implemented action plans to address a number of the challenges, and continues to address key areas surrounding planning policies. The Town needs to focus on determining the need and location of more retail after 2011, and ensure that commercial amenity and other areas are monitored for that purpose.

Committee discussed the retail hierarchy, specific retail uses for community amenity areas, and the opportunity to negotiate with developers who are drawn to the local income levels.

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

 

That the presentation by staff, James Tait of Tait Economic Research Incorporated, and Scott Burns, Planning Consultant, regarding the Commercial Policy Review and Highway 48 Retail Impact Peer Review, be received.

CARRIED

 

 

14.       TOWN OF MARKHAM PARKING STRATEGY- PAID PARKING (2.17)

 

Staff conveyed appreciation to the various departments that assisted in this project. A summary presentation was made, and a formal report will be provided at a future meeting.

 

Staff provided background for the Parking Strategy review. It is proposed that a Parking Authority be established, known as “Markham Parking”, with a mandate to be self-sustaining, a composition of 3-5 members of Council (evolving in the future to an independent committee), and with an objective to gain revenues for development of future parking structures. A financial analysis of capital, operating, and revenue profit/loss for the first three years was reviewed.

 

Three locations have been identified for initial implementation:

-         Markham Centre (Clegg Road/Cox Boulevard): 57 on-street stalls

-         Allstate Parkway: 75 on-street stalls

-         Ferrier Street/Acadia Avenue: 46 on-street stalls 

 

The next steps will be to establish Markham Parking through Council appointment in June, 2005, and to hold public information meetings with stakeholders and bring forward parking by-law amendments schedules for adoption. The parking set fine schedule will require approval by the Chief Justice of the Ontario Supreme Court. It is anticipated that the approvals, equipment and signage installation, staffing, and administrative procedures can be in place prior to the start of Seneca classes in September.

 

Committee discussed off-setting the Town’s processing costs with the profits from parking on private property, and the need to monitor and protect parking spots along the transit corridor once the Viva transit service commences in the fall.

 

Committee requested a comparison of fines for Toronto and other cities. A formula for dispersing revenues into the community and into parking growth funds will be a decision of Council. It was noted that the purpose of the paid parking program is to intensify land use and encourage transit use.

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

 

That the staff presentation regarding Markham’s parking strategy be received.

CARRIED

15.       PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS (12.2.6)

 

The Mayor was pleased to read a letter of recommendation from the Registrar General’s Office, regarding the exemplary service and commitment of Mary Lou Papa in the Clerk’s Department.

A copy of the correspondence will be included in the Council Agenda for May 24, 2005.

 

The following staff were presented with service awards:

 

Lynn Handsor, Legal Administration Clerk – 15 years

Victor Shum, Mechanical Engineer, Building Standards – 15 years

Janet Cahais, Manager, Client Services, Theatre – 15 years

Kathy Butler, Senior Accounts Payable Clerk, Financial Services – 15 years

Jeffery Johnson, Building Inspector II, Building Standards – 10 years

Yolanta Bronny, Architectural Plan Examiner II, Building Standards – 5 years

John Livey, Chief Administrative Officer – 5 years

Kelly Pickering, Mechanic, Fire & emergency Services – 5 years

Daniel Prendergast, Arborist, Parks Maintenance, Forestry Shop – 5 years

Sheila Birrell, Town Clerk, Clerk’s Department – 5 years

Monday Iyamu, Traffic Coordinator, Engineering – 5 years

Scott Whynot, GIS Analyst I, Planning & Urban Design – 3 years

David Porretta, Engineering Technician, Engineering – 3 years

Brian Varner, Manger, Real Property, Legal Services – 3 years

Michael Hiatt, Parks Labourer/Driver, Parks Maintenance – 3 years

 

 

16.       HIGHWAY 404 NORTH SECONDARY PLAN (10.8)

 

Staff made a presentation with respect to the status of OPA 113 for the Highway 404 North Planning District, and the draft Secondary Plan. Both are pending approval.

 

The presentation included a review of the area boundaries, the proposed transportation network and the land use schedule. The District has unique circumstances such as the number of legally non-conforming uses operating for many years (i.e. Fletchers Field), the location of TransCanada Pipelines, Heritage buildings, Hamlets, Residential/Hydro Corridor Interface, Berczy Creek Tributary, and small streams and woodlots. Committee requested the alignment of the 404 interchange and flyover be reviewed.

 

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the presentation by staff regarding the draft Highway 404 North Secondary Plan be received;

 

And that staff be authorized to finalize the draft Secondary Plan for review with affected agencies and landowners;

 

And that staff report again to the Development Services Committee following the review of the draft Secondary Plan. 

CARRIED

17.       MARKHAM VILLAGE LIBRARY
            6031 HIGHWAY 7 EAST, PART 2, PLAN 66R-9566
            APPLICATION FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL TO PERMIT THE
            CONSTRUCTION OF A 1,371 SQ. METRE ADDITION
            (SC 05 011717) (10.6)   Report     Presentation

 

Eric Riddell of Shoalts and Zaback Architects Ltd., displayed drawings of the proposed site plan,  landscape plans, floor plans and elevations. The elevations have been reviewed and approved by the Town Architect and Heritage Markham. Mr. Riddell discussed the meetings held with the neighbours and improvements made to the plan. A site Master Plan is being prepared. Construction is targeted to commence in early fall.

 

Committee discussed potential traffic circulation problems, and requested further consideration of access options in conjunction with the Class EA review for Hwy 48.

 

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

 

That the presentation by Eric Riddell of Shoalts and Zaback Architects Ltd., regarding the proposed Markham Village Library addition site plan be received;

 

And that the site plan approval application (SC 05 011717) by the Corporation of the Town of Markham to permit a 1,371 m2 addition to the Markham Village Library at 6031 Highway 7 East be approved, subject to all authorized requirements of Town Departments and Public Agencies being incorporated into the final plans, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services.

CARRIED

 

 

 

18.       HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- April 13 and April 25, 2005 (16.11)     Minutes   Notes

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the notes of the Heritage Markham Committee Meeting held April 13, 2005, without quorum, and the minutes of the Heritage Markham Committee Special Meeting held April 25, 2005, be received for information.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

19.       REPORT ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD OF
APRIL 9, 2005 TO MAY 6, 2005 (10.0)    Report

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That Committee receive the report entitled “Report on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of  Apri 9, 2005 to May 6, 2005” and direct staff to process the applications in accordance with the route outlined in the report.

CARRIED

 

 

 

20.       DELEGATED APPROVALS UNDER BY-LAW 2002-202
(DM 2001-03) (10.6)       
Report

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

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 17, 2005.

CARRIED

 

 

 

21.       LOUIS & GIANNA ALDROVANDI
RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION APPLICATION
60 VICTORY AVENUE AND 262 OLD KENNEDY ROAD
(19TM-05007) MILLIKEN MAIN STREET AREA (10.6, 10.7)   
Report

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That a Public Meeting be held to consider a residential subdivision application (SU 05-011171) by Louis & Gianna Aldrovandi for apartment and multiple-unit development at 60 Victory Avenue and 262 Old Kennedy Road;

 

And that staff schedule a Public Meeting to consider the draft plan of subdivision, once the issues outlined in the May 17, 2005 preliminary report have been sufficiently addressed by the applicant.

CARRIED

 

 

22.       MARKHAM CENTRE – EAST PRECINCT PLAN
            REQUEST TO CALL A PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING      
            (10.21)   Report

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the report dated May 17, 2005, entitled “Markham Centre – East Precinct Plan, Request to call a Public Information Meeting” be received;

 

And that a public information meeting be held to discuss the proposed East Precinct Plan, and that notice be given in accordance with the procedures outlined in this report.

CARRIED

 

 

 

23.       J. ADDISON SCHOOL
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING
BY-LAW AMENDMENT – 2 VALLEYWOOD DRIVE, MARKHAM
(OP 05-011972, ZA 05-011949) (10.3, 10.5)   Report 

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications submitted by J. Addison School for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to permit construction of a private school with accessory student residences.

CARRIED

 

 

 

24.       LYNDE CENTRE FOR DERMATOLOGY – 3 OVIDA BOULEVARD
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW
AMENDMENTS TO PERMIT A BUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL
OFFICE PARKING LOT (OP 04 027404, ZA 04 027442) (10.3, 10.5)  
Report

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications submitted by the Lynde Centre for Dermatology for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to permit a business/professional office parking lot at 3 Ovida Blvd.

CARRIED

 

 

 

25.       APPLICATIONS BY LOUIS KOUTSARIS FOR REZONING
AND DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION APPROVAL TO PERMIT
8 DETACHED LOTS AT 366, 370 AND 376 STEELES AVENUE EAST
(ZH 97 207371, SU 99 029950)  (10.5, 10.7)  
Report  

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications submitted by Louis Koutsaris for Rezoning and Draft Plan of Subdivision approval to permit 8 detached lots at 366, 370 and 376 Steeles Avenue East (File nos. ZH 97 207371, SU 99 029950).

CARRIED

 

 

 

26.       KENNEDY MACKENZIE INVESTMENT LTD.
APPLICATION FOR ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND
DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION APPROVAL TO PERMIT 27
PART LOTS AND 14 SINGLE DETACHED LOTS EAST OF
KENNEDY ROAD, SOUTH OF MAJOR MACKENZIE DRIVE
BERCZY VILLAGE COMMUNITY (SU 04 028638) (10.5, 10.7)
   
Report

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications submitted by Kennedy Mackenzie Investment Limited for zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision approval to permit 27 part lots and 14 single detached lots east of Kennedy Road and south of Major Mackenzie Drive in the Berczy Village Community.

CARRIED

 

 

27.       ESTABLISHING A PAID PARKING PROGRAMME
        IN THE TOWN OF MARKHAM    (10.0, 2.17)

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor D. Horchik

 

That the report on the Establishment of a Paid Parking Programme in the Town of Markham be postponed to a future meeting.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

28.       150 MAIN STREET, UNIONVILLE (2019311 ONTARIO INC)
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING
BY-LAW AMENDMENTS (OP 04 028702, ZA 04 027514) (10.3, 10.5) Report

 

Staff gave a brief review of the application for restaurant and office use at 150 Main Street, Unionville. Staff indicated support for office use, but not the restaurant use as proposed, due to parking and resident concerns.

 

Raymond Smylie, 154 Main Street, stated his opinion that the current zoning by-law should be  maintained, and that office use may fill the space but it would be of little benefit to the street because the building would be vacant during nights and weekends. He was concerned that other proposals for office use would follow. Committee suggested that many of the retail establishments on Main Street close by 6:00 p.m.

 

Greg McCormick, 154A Main Street, Chair of the Unionville BIA, suggested that the street needs to be considered as a whole, and that definitions for “at-grade” and “main floor” are confusing. Staff responded with clarification of the definitions, and advised that the terminology used in the report is for discussion purposes, but the definitions in the by-law are clear.

 

Staff explained that the recommendations are based on the peculiarities of this site, as the main floor is not located “at grade” as other buildings on the street are. This building has never been used for retail, so the retail rate on the street would not be affected.

 

Jesse Agnew, representing the applicant, 2019311 Ontario Inc., spoke against denial of the restaurant use. He discussed the impact of office use and the percentage of other buildings that are used for that purpose, stating that he owns another building on the street that contains seven retailers, only one of which remains open during evenings, whereas a restaurant could be open every night. Mr. Agnew also described the restrictions to the site caused by its Heritage designation. He reiterated that the building has been empty for a long time and is of no benefit to the street vacant. Mr. Agnew requested a compromise and proposed half office space and half restaurant use limited to fine dining, for the building.

 

In response to Committee’s questions, staff advised that the parking available for the half office/half restaurant proposal would be close to the requirement. Staff advised that should the Committee approve restaurant use for a portion of the building, it must correspond to parking availability, and the three conditions contained in the staff report regarding restaurant use.

 

Committee discussed that the Secondary Plan rationalizes the permitted uses on the ground floor “to maintain animation and pedestrian activity and interest at street level”. This building cannot provide a continuous function to the public due to the step-up and the lack of window presence. Committee considered the public concerns for this proposal to be similar to the response to the proposal by another restaurant in the early 1990’s, which helped to revitalize the street. The subject building has been empty for eight years, and it was compared to a similar church-style building on Old Yonge Street that has been empty for almost 32 years.

 

The Committee acknowledged the difficulty of this application, and the investments made by the applicant and the other people on Main Street. In light of parking issues and the precedents that may be made, it was suggested that the zoning by-law for this area be reexamined rather than allowing an exception. It is important to identify this site as unique and to be sensitive to the repercussions for other recent, current and future similar applications.

 

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

 

That the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment applications (Files OP 04 028702, ZA 04 027514) for restaurant and office use at 150 Main Street Unionville, submitted by 2019311 Ontario Inc. be referred to staff for a presentation in the near future at a Part A session of Development Services Committee or Committee of the Whole (not June 7, 2005) on the impacts that approval of this application would have on other similar proposals, and the rational behind recommendations for previous similar applications.

 

CARRIED

 

 

29.       PRIVATIZATION OF GOVERNMENT OR AGENCY-OWNED
            BUILDINGS IN THE EAST END OF MARKHAM (10.0)   

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

 

That, in order to be pro-active with the Ministry of Transportation with respect to preservation of heritage buildings on the portion of the Federal Pickering Airport Lands Site within the boundaries of the Town of Markham, staff report back on potential privatization of government or agency-owned buildings in the east end of Markham.

 

CARRIED

 

 

 

30.       ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPALITIES OF ONTARIO
            ANNOUNCING THE CANADA-ONTARIO AFFORDABLE
            HOUSING PROGRAM (13.2)

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

 

That the announcement dated May 2, 2005, from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, regarding the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program being reinstated in Ontario, be received.

CARRIED

 

 

 

31.       TOWN OF EAST GWILLIMBURY, COMMENTING
            ON THE “PLACES TO GROW” DISCUSSION PAPER (13.2)

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

 

That the correspondence dated April 22, 2005 regarding the Town of East Gwillimbury’s comments on the “Places to Grow” Discussion Paper, be received.

CARRIED

 

 

32.       MINISTRY OF CULTURE, RESPONDING TO MARKHAM’S
            SUBMISSION IN SUPPORT OF BILL 60 – AN ACT TO AMEND
            THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT (13.4)

 

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

 

That the correspondence dated April 28, 2005, from the Ministry of Culture, acknowledging Markham’s submission in support of Bill 60 – An Act to Amend the Ontario Heritage Act, be received.

CARRIED

 

 

33.       SARENA PROPERTIES LIMITED
            197 AND 199 LANGSTAFF ROAD EAST, THORNHILL
            TEMPORARY USE ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO
            PERMIT OPEN STORAGE OF VEHICLES (ZA 04 028777) (10.5)       

 

This item was referred from the May 3, 2005, Development Services Committee meeting at the request of the Applicant. The Applicant was not able to attend today’s meeting due to an urgent personal matter.

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

Seconded by: Councillor J. Virgilio

 

That the application as submitted by Sarena Properties Limited (ZA 04 028777), for Temporary Use Zoning By-law amendment to permit the open storage of vehicles at 197 and 199 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, be referred to Committee of the Whole on May 24, 2005.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

PART C

Public Meeting

7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber

 

Attendance

            Mayor D. Cousens

            Regional Councillor J. Jones

            Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

            Councillor S. Daurio

            Councillor J. Webster

            Councillor G. McKelvey

            Councillor D. Horchik

            Councillor A. Chiu

S. Kitagawa, Acting Senior Project Coordinator

D. Miller, Senior Planner

V. Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design

K. Bavington, Committee Clerk

 

 

The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber with Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair. 

 

 

See Items # 10 and 11.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

 

 

 

The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at the hour of 7:04 p.m.

 

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