Development Services Committee Minutes
December 11, 2017,
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Council Chamber
All
Members of Council
Attendance
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Councillor Alex Chiu (left 2:00)
Regrets
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Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative
Officer
Brian Lee, Acting Commissioner of
Development Services
Ron Blake, Senior Development
Manager
Stephen Chait, Director of Economic
Growth, Culture & Entrepreneurship
Catherine Conrad, City Solicitor and
Acting Director of Human
Resources
Regan Hutcheson, Manager, Heritage
Planning
Biju Karumanchery, Director of
Planning and Urban Design
Gary Sellars, Senior Planner
Soran Sito, Manager, Environmental
Engineering
Peter Wokral, Heritage Planner
Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee Coordinator
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The Development Services
Committee convened at the hour of 9:13 a.m. in the Council Chamber with Councillor
Don Hamilton in the Chair. Regional Councillor Jim Jones assumed the Chair at
10:00 a.m. Regional Councillor Joe Li assumed the Chair for Transportation and Engineering
Capital Projects item No. 8.
The Committee recessed from 11:18
a.m. to 1:07 p.m.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
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None declared
1. SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE
MINUTES
- November 21, 2017 (10.0)
Minutes
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
That the
minutes of the Special Development Services Committee meeting held November 21,
2017, be confirmed.
CARRIED
2. APPLICANT PRESENTATION
REVISED DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT
SIXTEENTH LAND HOLDINGS INC.
4134 16TH AVENUE
(YORK DOWNS GOLF COURSE) (10.0)
Presentation
Maria Gatzios, Gatzios + Development Consultants Inc. provided a
presentation on this matter. The presentation included a summary of comments
and concerns identified to date, and the revised plan (September, 2017) and
statistics, reducing the unit count from 2421 to 2371 units with limits to the
commercial area and building heights. Ms.
Gatzios responded to questions from the Committee regarding revisions to the
plan, wildlife protection, achieving population targets, trailways, Street D
intersection, and connectivity in the road network.
Mike Gannon, Unionville Ratepayers
Association, spoke on several issues of concern:
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Public Consultation: The Committee had previously recommended regular
subcommittee meetings with the Ward Councillor and requested that staff prepare
an interim report at the appropriate time and that staff report on the
confidential nature of reports and Council discussions. The resident request that staff reports and
discussions be held in public rather than in confidential session, and are also
requesting involvement in site plan details.
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Density: The proposed density should be closer to Angus Glen development (16.7),
as growth targets have been exceeded.
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Red Block: The commercial element has not been sufficiently reduced, and
transition development is required, perhaps switch locations with the
stormwater pond or relocate parklands to the 16th Avenue frontage. Normandale
residents are concerned about property values and other impacts.
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Other issues included traffic congestion and tree preservation.
Mr. Gannon also spoke on behalf of Peter Miasek with respect to the
density and traffic.
Dennis Fortnum, Normandale Community Residents Association (NCRA), gave
a presentation to display the Normandale community in relation to the subject
lands, and to present questions from the NCRA regarding: compatible development
at comparable densities; the impacts of the red block; traffic impacts; built
form; and public consultation meetings.
It was suggested that the condo building in the red block be relocated
to a central location in the plan, or that the entire red block be moved to
Kennedy Road. Ms. Gatzios advised that the applicant considers the current
proposal for the block is at the appropriate location.
Jie Gao lives opposite Street D and spoke in objection to the location
of the intersection as it impacts his property, and he questioned the width of
the road. Ms. Gatzios responded that alternative intersection designs are being
explored and that the road is a minor collector road in accordance with Markham
standards.
There were lengthy discussions regarding the OMB hearing and the
confidential nature of staff reports and Council discussions. The City
Solicitor advised that once staff have reported to Council in confidential
session, Council can determine how to proceed.
The Committee concluded that the process has a long way to go. Staff
are reviewing the revised plan and will bring forward a report in due time. The
Committee agreed that there could be an opportunity for further public input on
the proposal, and for the Ward Council to meet with the residents regarding
site plan details.
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci
1)
That the correspondence from Roy
O’Neill regarding the revised development concept for Sixteenth Land Holdings
Inc., be received; and,
2)
That the deputations by Mike
Gannon, Unionville Ratepayers
Association, Dennis Fortnum, Normandale Community Residents Association,
and Jie Gao, regarding the revised development concept for Sixteenth Land
Holdings Inc., be received; and further,
3)
That the presentation by Maria
Gatzio, Gatzios + Development Consultants Inc. regarding the revised
development concept, Sixteenth Land Holdings Inc., be received.
CARRIED
3. REPORT ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 31,
2017 TO NOVEMBER 3, 2017 (10.0)
Report
Staff responded to questions
regarding the following items in the report - # 21, 24, 26, and 29. Councillor
Karen Rea requested to be kept informed on item # 15.
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci
1) That the report entitled “Report on
Incoming Planning Applications for the period of July 31, 2017 to November 3,
2017”, be received and staff be directed to process the applications in
accordance with the approval route outlined in the report; and,
2) That Staff be authorized and directed
to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
4. ELIGIBILITY OF THE ALFRED READ HOUSE
FOR RELOCATION TO MARKHAM
HERITAGE ESTATES
2780 19TH AVENUE,
WARD 2 (16.11)
Report
Biju Karumanchery, Director of
Planning and Urban Design, and Regan Hutcheson, Manager, Heritage Planning, explained the proposal by a third
party to move the Alfred Read House to Markham Heritage Estates. Staff are recommending
that the house remaining on site. Discussions included the City’s heritage
preservation policies and the potential cost to the City to stabilize the
house, if it is not moved to Heritage Estates and restored by the applicant. The
Committee also discussed the potential establishment of a second heritage
relocation site.
William Shay, applicant,
explained his interest in heritage houses and the threatened condition of this
building.
Moved by: Councillor Karen Rea
Seconded by: Councillor
Valerie Burke
1) That the report entitled “Eligibility of the Alfred Read
House for relocation to Markham Heritage
Estates, 2780 19th Avenue, Ward 2”, dated December 11, 2017, be
received; and,
2) That the Alfred Read House not be declared eligible for
relocation to Markham Heritage Estates, so that long term preservation of the
building on its original site might be achieved through compliance with both
the City of Markham’s Property Standards, and Keep Markham Beautiful By-laws;
and,
3) That as recommended by Heritage Markham, the Alfred Read
House be approved for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as
a property of cultural heritage value or interest; and,
4) That the Clerk’s Department be authorized to publish and
serve Council’s Notice of Intention to Designate as per the requirements of the
Ontario Heritage Act; and,
5) That if there are no objections to the designation in
accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be
authorized to place a designation by-law before Council for adoption; and,
6) That if there are any objections in accordance with the
provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be directed to refer
the proposed designation to the Ontario Conservation Review Board; and further,
7) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
5. PRELIMINARY REPORT
BERCZY GLEN LANDOWNERS GROUP
ANGUS GLEN LANDOWNERS GROUP
ROBINSON GLEN LANDOWNERS GROUP
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN
AMENDMENT
TO FACILITATE THE CREATION OF
THREE SECONDARY PLANS IN THE
NORTH MARKHAM DISTRICT (FUTURE
URBAN AREA)
FILE NO.’S: OP 17 128178, OP 17 130161, OP 17 130159
(WARDS 2 AND 6) (10.3)
Report
The Committee discussed the importance
of a wildlife strategy, bird-friendly measures, and road ecology to ensure the
least impact to wildlife. Staff explained the Secondary Plan process and the
sustainability policies that will be incorporated. An update will be provided
on the various wildlife protection initiatives at a future Committee meeting.
Moved by: Councillor Don
Hamilton
Seconded by: Councillor Karen
Rea
That the report titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Berczy
Glen Landowners Group, Angus Glen Landowners Group, Robinson Glen Landowners
Group Applications for Official Plan Amendment to facilitate the creation of
three Secondary Plans in the North Markham District (Future Urban Area)”, be
received.
CARRIED
6. PRELIMINARY REPORT
2404099 ONTARIO LIMITED (JD
DEVELOPMENT GROUP)
APPLICATIONS FOR A ZONING
BY-LAW AMENDMENT
AND SITE PLAN APPROVAL TO
PERMIT
265 FOUR STOREY STACKED
TOWNHOUSE UNITS
AND TWO COMMERCIAL UNITS AT 7190
& 7200 MARKHAM ROAD
(SOUTH WEST CORNER OF MARKHAM
RD. AND
DENISON STREET IN WARD 7)
FILE NOS. ZA/SC 17 109850
(10.5 & 10.6)
Report
Staff responded to questions
from the Ward Councillor regarding the proposed mixed use and density of this
property. It was suggested that the community would benefit from uses for
seniors, the community, and affordable housing. Discussions included the building
types fronting on Highway 48, density, snow storage, and open space.
Moved by: Councillor Logan
Kanapathi
Seconded by: Councillor Alex
Chiu
That the report titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, of 2404099 Ontario Limited
(JD Development Group), Applications for a Zoning By-law Amendment and Site
Plan Approval to permit 265 four storey stacked townhouse units and two
commercial units at 7190 & 7200 Markham Road (south west corner of Markham
Rd. and Denison Street in Ward 7) File Nos. ZA/SC 17 109850.” be received.
CARRIED
7. PROPOSED DEEMING BY-LAW
YORK REGION DISTRICT SCHOOL
BOARD (YRDSB)
150 HENDERSON AVENUE
FILE NO: DY 17 180180 (WARD 1)
(10.0)
Report
Ron Blake, Senior Development Manager
provided a brief explanation of the proposed Deeming By-law to consolidate four
parcels of land for the construction of a new school. The Committee requested
that boulevard trees be planted, which will be dealt with at the Site Plan
stage.
The Solicitor for the York Region District School Board displayed the
subdivision plan to identify the subject lots, and responded to questions.
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton
1)
That Council enact a by-law to
deem lots 68, 69, 70 and 67 (Lot 67 save and except for Part 1, Plan 65R-31545)
Registered Plan 2368, City of Markham, Regional Municipality of York, not to be
part of a registered plan of subdivision, and that Staff take appropriate
action as required under Section 50 of the Planning Act; and,
2) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
8. ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY AND PROCEDURES
FOR THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND TO
THE
CITY PURSUANT TO THE PLANNING
ACT (5.7)
Report
Brian Lee, Acting Commissioner of Development Services explained the
policies and procedures for the conveyance of Brownfields properties, in
accordance with the Planning Act and applicable Ministry of Environment and
Climate Change standards for soil and groundwater. Soran Sito, Manager,
Environmental Engineering, was also in attendance to respond to questions.
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong
1) That the report entitled “Environmental Policy and
Procedures for the Conveyance of Land to the City pursuant to the Planning Act”
be received; and,
2) That Council adopt the Environmental
Policy and Procedures for the Conveyance of Land to the City pursuant the
Planning Act in a form substantially similar to the policy and procedures as
set out in Attachment ”A”; and,
3) That the Director of Engineering be
authorized to make amendments to the Environmental Policy and Procedures for
the Conveyance of Land to the City pursuant to the Planning Act, provided such
amendments are satisfactory to the City Solicitor and the Chief Administrative
Officer; and further,
4) That Staff be authorized and directed
to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
9. NEW BUSINESS
46 MAIN STREET NORTH RAVINA
CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT (10.0)
The Committee requested that confirmation be provided
from the Fire Department regarding adequate access for emergency vehicles,
prior to the Site Plan being finalized.
10. NEW BUSINESS
MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES IN
MARKHAM (13.1)
The Committee discussed the
potential of a marijuana dispensary being established in Markham, and suggested
that the City inform the Province of its position in opposition to being
identified as a host municipality.
Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong
advised that she will work with the Clerk to prepare a motion for Council to
consider on December 12, 2017.
Moved by: Regional Councillor
Nirmala Armstrong
Seconded by: Councillor Don
Hamilton
That Regional Councillor
Nirmala Armstrong work with the Clerk to prepare a motion for Council to
consider on December 12, 2017, regarding establishment of an LCBO marijuana
dispensary in Markham.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services
Committee meeting adjourned at 3:18 PM.
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