DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES COMMITTEE
2003-02-04
Meeting No. 4
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
V. Shuttleworth, Director of
Planning
R. Kendall, Project Coordinator
L. Duoba, Senior Project
Coordinator
A. Mukherjee, Manager,
Transportation Engineering
P. Watt, Manager, Development
Engineering
K. Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The Development Services Committee
convened without Quorum at the hour of 11:00 a.m. in the Canada Room with
Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair. A
Quorum was reached at 11:15 a.m.
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST – None
declared
1. OAK
RIDGES MORAINE (2.0, 13.2.5)
Staff made a presentation regarding
the Oak Ridges Moraine Act and the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan. The
purpose of the legislation is to protect the ecological integrity of the Oak
Ridges Moraine, and it requires municipalities to bring their Official Plan and
Zoning By-law into conformity. Staff recommended the Province be requested to
extend the deadline for conformity, due to the delay caused by York Region.
Discussions included the boundaries,
the Regional process, use of Holding Zones, and wellhead protection areas.
Committee considered if it is appropriate for the Town to be more restrictive
than the Provincial legislation with respect to permitted uses. Staff advised
discussions on this aspect are ongoing with the Province, and further updates
will be provided.
Committee requested provision of the
number of acres of “countryside”, and mapping to illustrate prime agricultural
lands.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff presentation regarding
the Oak Ridges Moraine be received;
And that Council endorse staff
submitting a request to the Province to extend the deadline for bringing
Markham’s Official Plan and Zoning By-law into conformity with the Oak Ridges
Moraine Conservation Plan.
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* Amended by Council at its meeting
held February 11, 2003, to add the following:
"And that
staff be congratulated on their efforts to date;
And that mapping
illustrating prime agricultural lands be presented to Development Services
Committee at its meeting on February 18, 2003."
2. ONTARIO
HERITAGE WEEK
PROCLAMATION AND DISPLAY AT
THE CIVIC CENTRE (3.4, 16.11) Report
attached
RECOMMENDATION:
That the week of February 17-23,
2003 be proclaimed as Ontario Heritage Week in the Town of Markham as
recommended by Heritage Markham;
And that the Heritage Section set
up an educational heritage display in the Great Hall of the Civic Centre during
Heritage Week to promote Markham’s built heritage programs;
And that the Prince of Wales
Prize Flag be authorized to be raised on the Town of Markham Civic Centre
Flagpole for the duration of Ontario Heritage Week.
3. FINAL ASSUMPTION - RESIDENTIAL PLANS OF
SUBDIVISION (10.7)
RECOMMENDATION:
Whereas by Memorandum dated January 7, 2003, the Director of
Engineering advises that the guarantee periods for Registered Plans 65R-18643,
65M-2942, 65M-2267, 65M-2268, 65M-2269, 65M-2270, 65M-2521, 65M-2291, 65M-2959,
65M-2843, 65M-2963 and 65M-2886 have expired and all securities have been returned
to the owners;
Now therefore be it resolved
That the services in the following subdivisions be accepted:
Myron Pestaluky (Old Ivy Lane) 65R-18643
Rust Developments Limited 65M-2942
Deyncourt Investors Inc. 65M-2267
65M-2268
65M-2269
65M-2270
Arrowdale Developments Limited 65M-2521
Primate Investments Limited 65M-2291
Cedarland Properties Limited 65M-2959
Canadian National Railway Company and 777192
Ontario Limited 65M-2843
Humbold Properties Limited 65M-2963
713134 Ontario Limited 65M-2886
And that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary releases from the terms of the subdivision agreements;
And further that the necessary by-laws be enacted to
establish roads within the subdivisions as part of the highways of the Town of
Markham.
4. FOREST
BAY HOMES LTD., 7205 MARKHAM ROAD
SUBDIVISION DEVELOPMENT GROUND SIGN VARIANCE
(01-112130) (2.16.2) Report
attached
RECOMMENDATION:
5. FOLLOW UP ON THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF
THE MARKHAM TASK FORCE ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING (10.7)
Report attached
Committee agreed that consideration of affordable
housing issues should remain with Development Services Committee rather than
forming a subcommittee, and that efforts must be made to ensure developers are
able to receive a share of the 300 affordable housing units being allocated by
York Region.
RECOMMENDATION:
1. As part of
the Town’s role in support of the provision of rental and affordable housing,
and in particular advocacy, Council:
(a)
request the Federal Government to give effect to the
recommendations of the Task Force on Urban Issues and give immediate attention
to financial incentives focused on changes in taxation policy in support of
such housing, including further consideration of a full rebate of the Goods and
Services Tax (GST) on new rental housing;
(b)
request the Provincial Government to pursue additional
initiatives, complementary to those recommended by the Federal Task Force on
Urban Issues, in support of the creation of rental and affordable housing;
(c)
endorse the Housing Supply Strategy for York Region, and
continue to work in partnership with the Region on the application of policy
and financial incentives to encourage rental and affordable housing
development;
(d)
request the Region and the Province to ensure that the shelter
allowance portion of social assistance funding is geared to local housing
costs; and
(e)
request the Development Services Committee and staff to
further review and make recommendations to Council on:
·
a public/private partnership with the Region of York
and the development industry on a demonstration housing project proposal to
secure a Markham allocation of Community Rental Housing Program funding; and
·
a strategy for public involvement in the supply of
rental and affordable housing in Markham, including working collaboratively
with the Region of York on a public education and awareness campaign offering
information about housing policies/activities in Markham.
2. As part of the
Town’s role in support of the provision of rental and affordable housing, and
in particular policy initiatives, Council:
(a) request the Development Services
Committee to further review and make recommendations to Council on:
·
the identification of possible government lands for
further consideration for demonstration housing projects and the appropriate
next steps;
·
the preparation of an inventory of parcels suitable for
intensification by either infill or redevelopment for higher density and rental
and affordable housing;
·
how the program for a new Official Plan might consider
land use policies in support of new rental and affordable housing opportunities
including, but not limited to, increased densities, innovative forms of mixing
ownership and rental units and incorporating housing for seniors;
(b) authorize
Staff to initiate a study to determine the housing stock, focusing on
affordable housing, projected from current planning approvals, and the
projected housing stock within the existing urban boundaries, and land
requirements for the Town and to provide recommendations regarding further
approvals and policy requirements to meet Markham’s housing stock requirements
to 2021;
(c) authorize Staff to establish a monitoring program for housing
stock, and in particular rental and affordable housing;
(d) authorize staff to work with the Markham Centre Steering
Committee and area landowners to explore
potential opportunities for constructing rental and affordable housing within
Markham Centre, and to report to Council.
3. As part of the Town’s role regarding the provision of rental and
affordable housing, and in particular financial initiatives, Council request
the Development Services Committee to further review and make
recommendations to Council on Terms of Reference and a budget proposal for a
study to identify and recommend possible financial incentives that the Town
might employ to encourage/support the production of rental and affordable
housing (including the financial implications of the development of any Markham
owned lands surplus to Town requirements for affordable housing) to be
undertaken under the direction of the Commissioner of Corporate Services.
4. And that Town staff fast-track a review of opportunities, and
determine options available and the financial incentives and impacts, to ensure
Markham receives a share of the 300 affordable housing unit allocation under
York Region.
6. HERITAGE
STATUS - 9767 KENNEDY ROAD (16.11) Report
attached
RECOMMENDATION:
That the heritage dwelling located at 9767 Kennedy Road known as the Henry
Pingle Senior House be considered a significant heritage resource;
And that the dwelling be preserved within any future development of the
property preferably on its original foundation on an appropriately sized, newly
created lot;
And that, if after consultation with staff, retention on its original
foundation is not feasible given development constraints, the dwelling may be
relocated to another lot on the property, which is of a size that does not
compromise the aesthetics of the dwelling, provides an appropriate amenity area
and would allow the dwelling to continue to face Kennedy Road.
7. WOODSIDE II AND III DEVELOPMENTS INC.
3075 AND PART OF 3083 HIGHWAY #7 EAST, LOT 10, CONC. 4
SITE PLAN APPLICATION TO PERMIT AN LCBO RETAIL
OUTLET AND HOLD REMOVAL - SC. 02.114373 AND ZA. 02.114375
(10.5, 10.6) Report
attached
Committee directed staff to provide
more details regarding the channellization on the property, and requested to
see site plan drawings.
Ms. Mary Bull, representing Woodside
II and III Developments Inc., displayed site plans and provided details
regarding access and phasing.
Committee discussed the removal of
speed humps from the adjacent laneway, and whether it would be appropriate to
have a connection for thru-access with the service station. It was suggested
the flood lands may be a factor in preventing the thru-access route, and staff
was directed to review this aspect, as well as to investigate the discharge
from the car wash going into the creek.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
report dated February 4, 2003, entitled, “Woodside II
and III Developments Inc. site plan application to permit an LCBO retail outlet
and Hold removal at 3075 and part of 3083 Highway #7 East Lot 10, Concession 4
(SC. 02.114373 and ZA. 02.114375)” be
received;
That the
zoning application (ZA 02.114375) submitted by Woodside II and III Developments
Inc. to remove the Hold provision on the lands to permit an LCBO retail outlet
at 3075 and part of 3083 Highway #7 East, be approved;
That the
site plan application (SC.02.1143737) to permit an LCBO retail outlet at 3075
and part of 3083 Highway #7 East, be approved subject to the following
conditions:
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 including;
That
the site plan agreement contain provisions for payment by the Owner of all
applicable fees, recoveries, cash-in-lieu of parkland, and development
charges.
That
prior to the execution of the site plan agreement, the Town shall ensure
satisfactory arrangements have been made to satisfy all obligations
related to the development, financial or otherwise;
That
prior to the execution of the site plan agreement, the owner shall ensure
satisfactory arrangements have been made to satisfy all easement
obligations related to vehicular site circulation and shared access across
the site and adjacent developments;That
prior to the execution of the site plan agreement, the Owner shall submit
final drawings including but not limited to site plans and elevations
drawings, landscape plans, and engineering drawings that comply with all
requirements of the Town and authorized public agencies, to the
satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;
That
prior to the execution of the site plan agreement, the owner will pay for
all costs associated with the relocation of utilities within the
right-of-way, as may be required;
That
the owner will obtain approval from the York Region Transportation and
Works Department prior to commencing any work on the site or road
allowance;
That
prior to the execution of the site plan agreement, the owner submit to the
Town a clearance letter from the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
indicating that the Owner has been issued a permit pursuant to Ontario
Regulation 158 for any works within the floodplain portion of the subject
lands;
And
further that the site plan approval will lapse after a period of three
years commencing February 4, 2003, in the event that a site plan agreement
is not executed within that period.
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* Amended by Council at its meeting
held February 11, 2003, to read as follows:
"That consideration of the site plan application by
Woodside II and III Developments Inc., 3075 and part of 3083 Highway 7 east to
permit an LCBO retail outlet and hold removal, be referred to Development
Services Committee on February 18, 2003 to permit the applicant time to review
additional conditions;
And that, on February 18, 2003, staff be requested to
report on the following issues:
1) approval of
the existing bridge structure across the valleylands
2) the
possibility of the valleylands being conveyed now
3) a plan in
which the speed humps would be the sole responsibility of Eastside Chevrolet
Oldsmobile and Woodside Developments Inc.
4) the length
of time the car wash on the site has been in operation."
8. WYNBERRY
DEVELOPMENTS INC., PHASE 1
9462 HIGHWAY 48, WISMER
COMMONS COMMUNITY
APPLICATIONS FOR REVISION TO
DRAFT PLAN APPROVAL
AND IMPLEMENTING REZONING FOR
DRAFT PLAN OF
SUBDIVISION (PHASE I)
19T-01020 (SU 01 119048, ZA 01 119040)
(10.5, 10.7) Report
attached
RECOMMENDATION:
That
Phase 1 of draft plan of subdivision 19T-01020, prepared and revised by KLM
Planning Partners Inc., identified as Project Number P-386, Dwg. No. – 02:4, be
approved subject to the revised conditions of draft plan approval set out in
Appendix ‘A’ to the staff report dated February 4, 2003;
That the
applications submitted by Wynberry Developments Inc. to amend Zoning By-laws
177-96 and 304-87 be approved and the implementing by-laws, set out in Appendix
‘B’ to the staff report dated February 4, 2003, be enacted, without further
notice;
That
water supply allocation for 14 units be granted to Wynberry Developments Inc.
subject to written confirmation from the Trustee of the Wismer Commons
Developers’ Group that water supply has been made available from the total
allocation granted to the Wismer Commons Community by the Town;
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;
That the
applicant submit the required 30% subdivision processing fee for the Phase 1
portion of the subdivision;
That
registration of Phase 1 in respect to interim sanitary capacity and sewage
allocation and water supply be subject to conditions listed in this report;
and;
That the
Wismer Commons Development Phasing Plan be updated to reflect the revision to
the phasing of development as outlined in this report and the existing phasing
agreement be amended to include this update.
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Other
items considered by Development services Committee on February 4, 2003:
9. MARKHAM
CENTRE UPDATE (10.8.1)
Staff made a presentation regarding
the Markham Centre. A Public Information Meeting had been held January 23,
2003, to discuss “Managing Growth”. Residents in attendance focused on
transportation issues including existing problems that need to be resolved.
Staff recommended a follow up Public Information Meeting be held to discuss
Markham Centre transportation issues in a town-wide context, including a
presentation of Regional strategies and
transit plans, tentatively scheduled for February 27, 2003. Statutory Public
Meetings are scheduled for March 4, 2003, to incorporate the 10 Principles and
Performance Measures into the Official Plan; and for March 25 for the Remington
development.
Engineering staff presented three
options for traffic solutions:
1.
use of traffic calming tools
2.
restrictions/prohibitions of traffic at peak hours/all day
3.
physical restrictions (barriers)
Committee discussed a possible
additional option of realigning Birchmount Road and Village Parkway. Committee
emphasized the importance of advertising Markham Centre development, to ensure
the public is informed and gets
involved. Staff agreed to suggest to developers that large signs be placed to
identify the Markham Centre lands. Committee requested a list of communications
initiatives and copies of press releases/coverage to date. Staff advised it
will be included in the report to Committee on February 18, 2003.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff presentation regarding
the Markham Centre be received;
And that additional notification be
provided by newspaper advertisement for Public Meetings and Public Information
Meetings regarding Markham Centre.
Committee had before
it draft minutes of the Eastern Markham Strategic Review Committee meetings
held January 10, and January 24, 2003.
Councillor Heath
provided an update from the EMSR Committee, advising of the consultants that
have been retained, and that Lilli Duoba had made an impressive presentation
regarding environmental influences.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the update by
Councillor Heath regarding the Eastern Markham Strategic Review Committee be
received;
And that the draft
minutes of the EMSR Committee meetings held January 10, and January 24, 2003,
be received for information.
11. TASK FORCE ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING
(10.0)
Staff made a
presentation regarding affordable housing, providing the background of this
initiative and providing a review of the Pricewaterhouse Coopers
recommendations relating to the recommendations of the Markham Task Force on
Affordable Housing.
Staff discussed that
Markham’s role should be defined in the context of the roles played by senior
governments and the authority and resources available to the Town. It was noted
that the Federal Task Force’s report, entitled ‘Canada’s Urban Strategy’
illustrates that the delivery of more affordable housing is primarily a
financial challenge; and that the Provincial role has a strong financial focus,
with possible revisions to legislation
to increase municipal authority and responsibilities. The Region’s role is as a
leader and sponsor, in partnership with municipalities and other stakeholders.
York Region has formally asked Markham to participate, by endorsing the
Strategy and giving consideration to adopting local strategies and initiatives
to encourage affordable housing. To date, Markham’s role has centred on
development approvals, and in establishing a strong working relationship with
the development industry, community groups, and senior government.
Discussions included:
-
how affordable housing can be accommodated in older,
established areas;
-
how the Town can ensure the units remain affordable rental
units;
-
the perception that parking problems result from second
suites;
-
support should be fast-tracked for developers who are
interested in the 300 units being allocated in York Region;
-
consideration of affordable housing issues should remain with
Development Services Committee rather than forming a subcommittee;
-
the Town needs to understand the total implications of
subsidizing affordable housing and identify an annual financial impact;
-
basement apartments are a contentious issue and caution must
be taken to ensure renters’ quality of life.
Staff explained grandfathering of
second suites, and the importance of legalizing such units for Building Code
and Fire Code purposes. Staff also noted that second suites are not part of
today’s report, and that this issue will be presented at the next DSC meeting.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff presentation regarding
affordable housing be received.
12. MAIN STREET MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- December 18, 2002, and January 15, 2003 (16.39) December
18 January
15
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the Main Street
Markham Committee meetings held December 18, 2002, and January 15, 2003, be
received for information.
13. HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- January 8, 2003 (16.11) January
8
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the Heritage Markham
Committee meeting held January 8, 2003, be received for information.
14. PUBLIC
ART POLICY STEERING COMMITTEE MINUTES
- December 16, 2002 and
January 8, 2003 (16.0) December
16 January
8
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the Public Art Policy Steering
Committee, dated December 16, 2002, and January 8, 2003, be received for
information.
15. SITE
PLAN APPLICATIONS APPROVED
UNDER BY-LAWS 216-93 AND
2002-202, FILE: DM 2001-03 (10.6) Report
attached
Councillor Heath
stated that he had considered a possible interest in application Number 5,
Loblaws Properties Ltd., and had concluded there is no interest to declare.
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council be advised that in accordance with
Site Plan Approval Delegation By-laws 216-93 and 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 4,
2003.
16. REPORT
ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD OF DECEMBER 19, 2002 TO JANUARY 10, 2003
(10.0) Report
attached
RECOMMENDATION:
That Committee receive the report entitled “Report on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of
December 19, 2002 To January 10, 2003” and direct staff to process the
applications in accordance with the route outlined in the report.
17. UPDATE ON A FINANCIAL STRATEGY FOR MARKHAM CENTRE
(10.8) Report
attached
RECOMMENDATION:
That the report entitled “Update on a Financial Strategy for Markham
Centre ” dated February 4, 2003 be received;
And that Town staff continue to work with Markham Centre key
stakeholders to prepare a comprehensive financial strategy for Markham Centre;
And that, in preparation of a financial
strategy, staff identify and assess the impact of appropriate financing
mechanisms including tax related strategies such as Tax Increment Financing or
TIFs that may be used to support Markham Centre urban design premiums, special
features and the delivery of structured parking and transit facilities; and
other infrastructure as determined;
And that staff identify any policy enhancements
or legislative amendments that may be required to implement the financial
strategy;
And that staff identify how financing mechanisms will be secured through
appropriate agreements and conditions of approval with Markham Centre
stakeholders and report back to Council.
18. REPEAL OF DECISION PERMITTING DEMOLITION
OF A
HERITAGE HOME - 26 ALBERT STREET, MARKHAM VILLAGE
(10.0, 16.11.3) Report
attached
Staff advised that
progress had been made in discussions with the owner, Mr. John Wannop, and
requested a further deferral of consideration of the repeal of the Demolition
Permit for 26 Albert Street.
RECOMMENDATION:
That consideration of the recommendation by Heritage Markham, that
Council rescind its resolution dated June 28, 1995 regarding the demolition of
26 Albert Street, Markham Village, be deferred to the Development Services
Committee meeting scheduled for March 4, 2003, pending an update from staff.
19. STREAMLINING
STREET NAME APPROVALS
AND ENSURING CULTURALLY DIVERSE STREET NAMES
(10.14) Report
attached
The Committee had before it correspondence from Mr. Robert
Gordon, 44 Fonthill Blvd., expressing concern for street names, and from Mr.
Glenn Baron, 251 Helen Avenue, requesting consistent use of poppies to identify
streets named after veterans.
Staff advised they are working towards consistency in the
use of poppies, and will respond to Mr. Baron.
Staff was directed to provide information regarding how many signs still
need poppies, and how long it will take to replace them all.
Committee debated whether sufficient review is provided by
Fire department staff to ensure there is no ambiguity in street names, and to
what extent Council members should be involved.
RECOMMENDATION:
That correspondence from Mr. Robert Gordon, 44 Fonthill
Blvd., and Mr. Glenn Baron, 251 Helen Avenue, with respect to street names, be
received;
And that
the proposed process changes for streamlining street name approvals and
ensuring culturally diverse street names, be referred back to staff for
consideration of comments made by the Committee.
20. STREAMLINING OF DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
PROCESSES
INCLUDING DELEGATION OF DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
AUTHORITY - SIX MONTH REVIEW (10.0) Report
attached
Committee discussed site plan
approval delegation, suggesting any applications on arterial roads be brought
forward to Committee.
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the proposed development approval process improvements be deferred to the Development Services
Committee meeting scheduled for February 18, 2003, to allow staff sufficient
time to give consideration to comments made by the Committee.
COMMUNICATIONS
RECOMMENDATION:
That Development Services Committee receive and consents to
the disposition of Item No. 21 in the following manner:
21. TOWNSHIP
OF SCUGOG, JANUARY 15, 2003
-Requesting further consideration of
the process and timing for
implementation of the Oak Ridges
Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP)
in local Official Plans and local
Zoning By-laws. (M1.204, 2.0, 13.2.5)
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receive and refer to staff,
and refer to Eastern Markham Strategic
Review Committee for information.
NEW BUSINESS
22. NOTIFICATION FOR MARKHAM
CENTRE APPLICATIONS (10.0)
Committee expressed concern that better
communication and promotion should be used to advertise meetings regarding
Markham Centre, as it is an important project that will have major impacts on
the Town. Some of the suggestions discussed were: to increase the circulation
distance up to 1 km; to place large ads in the newspaper; to set up an
information booth in Markville Mall; and cable T.V. exposure.
Staff agreed to provide a pro-active plan
of events at the Development Services Committee meeting scheduled for February
18, 2003, in time for implementation for the Remington Public Meeting.
RECOMMENDATION:
That staff develop a pro-active plan of
communication and promotion for Markham Centre development meetings, for
presentation at the Development Services Committee meeting scheduled for
February 18, 2003.
Public Meeting
7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber
Attendance
|
Councillor
A. Chiu
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J. Livey, Chief Administrative
Officer
V. Shuttleworth, Director of
Planning
D. Cheng, Planner
K. Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The Development Services Committee
convened at the hour of 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber with Councillor G.
McKelvey in the Chair.
23. MARKHAM CENTRE YMCA LOCATION AND ORC
LANDS
7996 KENNEDY ROAD, CONCESSION 5, PART LOT 8,
PROPOSED TOWN INITIATED OFFICIAL PLAN AND
SECONDARY PLAN AMENDMENT (OP 02.116451) (10.3, 10.4)
The Chair
advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider
proposed Town initiated Official Plan and Secondary Plan amendment to the
Markham Centre YMCA location and ORC lands located at 7996 Kennedy Road,
Concession 5, Part Lot 8, File
OP 02.116451.
Committee was advised that 23
notices were mailed on January 15, 2003, and a public meeting sign was posted
on January 15, 2003. There was one written submission received, from Mr. Glenn
Baron, 251 Helen Avenue, with questions regarding assessed value of the subject
lands.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the
location, surrounding uses, and proposed uses of the subject property, and
advised that the Thomas Rivis Heritage House will be preserved on the property.
Committee
discussed the circulation of notice for this meeting, and noted that
residential uses are not included in the permitted uses for this property.
There
were no comments from members of the audience with respect to this application.
RECOMMENDATION:
That correspondence from Mr. Glenn
Baron, 251 Helen Avenue, with questions regarding assessed value of the subject
lands, be received;
And that the information
report entitled "Proposal for a Town Initiated Official Plan and Secondary
Plan Amendment, Markham Centre YMCA Location and ORC Lands, 7996 Kennedy Road,
Concession 5, Part Lot 8, Markham, Ontario" dated September 24, 2002, be
received as information for consideration at the February 4, 2003 public
meeting;
And
that the Record of the Public Meeting held on February 4, 2003, with respect to
the proposed Official Plan Amendment be received;
And
further that the proposed amendment be referred back to staff for a
recommendation report.
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at the
hour of 7:40 p.m.