Minutes
Development Services Public
Meeting
Thursday, September 24, 2015 - 7:00 PM
Council
Chamber
Meeting No. 11
All
Members of Council
Development
Services
Chair: Regional Councillor Jim Jones
Vice-Chair: Councillor Don Hamilton
Attendance
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Councillor Alex Chiu
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Ron Blake, Senior Development
Manager
Daniel Brutto, Planner
Sally
Campbell, Manager, East District
Rick Cefaratti, Planner II
Richard Kendall, Manager, Central
District
Dave Miller, Manager, West District
Stacia Muradali, Senior Planner
Gary Sellars, Senior Planner
Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee Coordinator
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The Development Services
Public Meeting convened at 7:03 PM in the Council Chamber with Regional
Councillor Jim Jones in the Chair.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST – None Declared
1. CAN-AM EXPRESS
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
APPLICATION TO PERMIT
OUTSIDE PARKING AND STORAGE OF
LICENSED BUSES
ON A TEMPORARY BASIS AT 332
JOHN STREET
FILE NO: ZA 15 131193 (10.5)
Memo
The Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by Can-Am Express for Zoning By-law Amendment
to permit the parking of licensed charter buses on a temporary basis at 332 John Street ZA 15
131193.
The Committee Clerk advised that 648 notices were mailed on September 4,
2015, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on September 2, 2015. No written submissions were received
regarding this proposal.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location,
surrounding uses and outstanding issues. Bill Haley of Haley Planning and
Development Solutions, representing the applicant, responded to questions from
the Committee, confirming that there are no plans for site lighting, and no
plans to remove trees. Approximately 20 busses will be parked on the site and
dust mitigation measures will be used. Staff provided clarification on the term
and renewal of temporary use by-laws.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this
application.
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That the report titled
“Preliminary Report, Can-Am Express, Zoning Amendment Application to permit the
parking of licensed charter buses on a temporary basis at 332 John Street, File
No. ZA 15 131193” dated September 22, 2015, be received; and,
2) That the Record of the Public Meeting held on September 24,
2015, with respect to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment application to
permit the parking of licensed charter buses on a temporary basis at 332 John
Street, File No. ZA 15 131193)”, be
received; and,
3) That the application by Can-Am Express, to amend Zoning
By-law 77-73, as amended, be approved; and,
4) That the proposed amendment to Zoning By-law 77-73, as
amended, be enacted without further notice; and further,
5) That Staff be
authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this
resolution.
CARRIED
2. PRELIMINARY REPORT
APPLICATION BY 2444664 ONTARIO
INC.
FOR ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO
FACILITATE SEVERANCE OF 22
OAKCREST AVENUE
TO CREATE ONE ADDITIONAL
BUILDING LOT
FILE NO: ZA 15 146854 (10.5)
Report
The Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by 2444664 Ontario Inc. for Zoning By-law
Amendment to facilitate severance of 22 Oakcrest Avenue to create one
additional building lot ZA 15 146854.
The Committee Clerk advised that 186 notices were mailed on September 4,
2015, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on September 1, 2015. One written submission was received regarding
this proposal.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location,
surrounding uses and outstanding issues. Russ Gregory of Gregory Design Group,
representing the applicant, was in attendance to answer any questions.
The Committee reviewed the concerns identified in the written
submission. Staff advised that the concerns have been addressed: tree
preservation measures will be put in place; the Noise Control By-law and a
reasonable work schedule will be enforced; and clean-up of the construction
area will be monitored.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this
application.
Moved by: Councillor Don Hamilton
Seconded by: Councillor Karen Rea
1)
That the written submission from
Helena Cheung, regarding the application by 2444664 Ontario Inc. for 22
Oakcrest Avenue, be received; and,
2) That the report dated
June 16, 2015 titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Application by 2444664 Ontario Inc.
for Zoning By-law Amendment to facilitate severance of 22 Oakcrest Avenue to
create one additional building lot (File No.
ZA 15 146854)”, be received; and,
3) That the Record of the Public Meeting held on September 24,
2015, with respect to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment to facilitate
severance of 22 Oakcrest Avenue to create one additional building lot (File
No. ZA 15 146854), be received; and,
4) That the application by 2444664 Ontario Inc. to amend the
zoning by-law to facilitate severance of 22 Oakcrest Avenue to create one
additional building lot (File No. ZA 15 146854), be approved; and,
5) That the proposed amendment to the Zoning By-laws 304-87 and
122-72, as amended, be enacted without further notice; and further,
6) That Staff be
authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this
resolution.
CARRIED
3. DEL RIDGE (EAST MARKHAM) INC.
OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING
BY-LAW AMENDMENT
APPLICATIONS TO PERMIT TWO (2)
- 8 STOREY RESIDENTIAL
APARTMENT BUILDINGS WITH A
TOTAL OF 442 UNITS
AT 7325 MARKHAM ROAD
FILE NO: OP/ZA 15 133670 (10.3, 10.5)
Memo
The Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by Del Ridge (East Markham) Inc. for Official
Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications to permit two - 8 storey
residential apartment buildings with a total of 442 units at 7325 Markham Road
OP/ZA 15 133670.
The Committee Clerk advised that 564 notices were mailed on September 4,
2015, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on September 3, 2015. This application is also known as “Greenlife
East Markham”. Five written submissions were received regarding this proposal.
Staff gave a presentation regarding
the proposal, the location, surrounding uses and outstanding issues, and
advised that the Ward Councillor has held a community meeting. Dave deSylva, applicant, provided
additional details and displayed a building model of the proposal. Mr. deSylva addressed comments from the
public and discussed the traffic study findings, environmental and sustainability
initiatives, and the proposed extensive tree planting program.
The Committee noted the concerns of
the residents regarding density, height, and traffic. Mr. deSylva and City
staff responded to questions regarding phases one and two, integration of the
storm water management plan, buffers, the water channel and eco-system, tree
preservation, and parking provisions. It
was suggested that the Ward Councillor may hold an additional community meeting.
The Committee commended the developer
on conservation and sustainability initiatives, and urged as many tree as
possible in the tree planting program to be located in Markham. Staff will
confirm if the Design Review Panel will be reviewing this application.
It was noted that the “Community
Amenity Area” designation has led to confusion with the public in the past, and
that the new Official Plan uses a better descriptive term.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this
application.
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci
1)
That the written submissions from Muhamad Nasir, Zheer
and Fouzia Khan, Hafiz Irfan Aisf and Salma Safdar Waraich, Z. Khan - petition
with 18 signatures, and a petition with 84 signatures, regarding applications
by Del Ridge (East Markham) Inc. at 7325 Markham Road, be received; and,
2) That the Development Services Commission report dated
September 22, 2015 and titled “Preliminary Report, Del Ridge (East Markham)
Inc., Applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to allow two
(2) – 8 storey apartment buildings at 7325 Markham Road, File Nos: OP/ZA 15
133670”, be received; and,
3) That the record of the Public Meeting held on September 24,
2015, with respect to the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
applications to allow two (2)- 8 storey apartment buildings at 7325 Markham
Road (OP/ZA 15 133670), be received; and further,
4) That the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
applications (OP/ZA 15 133670) submitted by Del Ridge (East Markham) Inc. be
referred back to Staff for a report and a recommendation.
CARRIED
4. ANGUS GLEN VILLAGE LTD.
4073 MAJOR MACKENZIE DRIVE
SOUTH SIDE OF MAJOR MACKENZIE
DRIVE
WEST OF KENNEDY ROAD
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN
AMENDMENT
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND
DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
FILE NO: OP/SU/ZA 15 107807 (10.3, 10.7, 10.5)
Memo
The Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by Angus Glen Village Ltd. for Official Plan,
Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision at 4073 Major Mackenzie
Drive, South side of Major Mackenzie Drive, West of Kennedy Road OP/SU/ZA 15
107807.
The Committee Clerk advised that 68 notices were mailed on September 4,
2015, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on September 3, 2015. No written submissions were received
regarding this proposal.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location,
surrounding uses and outstanding issues. Patrick O’Hanlon, representing the
applicant, was in attendance to provide additional information and answer
questions regarding density and design issues. The woodlot will be preserved
and a trail system will be established. The woodlot and valleylands will be
conveyed to the City.
The Committee had questions regarding the buffer space, proposed tree
plantings, and the lighting impacts on the natural area. Discussions included
the park areas, unit size, and transit considerations. The Committee debated
the appropriate density, and suggested a density transfer, if appropriate.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this
application.
Moved by: Councillor Amanda Collucci
Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
1) That the Development
Services Commission report dated September 22, 2015, entitled, “PRELIMINARY
REPORT, Angus Glen Village Ltd., 4073 Major Mackenzie Drive, South side of
Major Mackenzie Drive, west of Kennedy Road, Applications for Official Plan
Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, File No.:
OP/SU/ZA 15 107807”, be received; and,
2) That the Record of the Public Meeting held on September 24,
2015 with respect to the applications by Angus Glen Village Ltd. for Official
Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, be
received; and further,
3) That staff be directed to further review and evaluate the
proposal and report back to the Development Services Committee.
CARRIED
5. DIGRAM DEVELOPMENTS MARKHAM INC.
REZONING AND SITE PLAN
APPLICATIONS TO PERMIT
A TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT AT
6232 16TH AVENUE
FILE NO: ZA/SC 15 244470 (10.5, 10.6)
Memo
The Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by Digram Developments Markham Inc. for
Rezoning and Site Plan applications to permit a townhouse development at 6232
16th Avenue ZA/SC 15 244470.
The Committee Clerk advised that 240 notices were mailed on September 4,
2015, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on August 30, 2015. Three written
submissions were received regarding this proposal.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location,
surrounding uses and outstanding issues. Jim Kennedy, representing the
applicant, provided additional details regarding the revised proposal and
displayed site plans and elevations.
The Committee discussed trail connectivity and access points. Regional
Councillors and staff were requested to pursue traffic lights at Williamson
Road.
The urban design and quality of materials along 16th Avenue,
and placement of trees to improve the view and privacy for properties on the
north side of the development, as well as privacy for adjacent properties, were
discussed. It was suggested that a unit design similar to the south-east unit
be used for other end units, and that block walls/fences be avoided. It was
also suggested that any trees that are removed be relocated to the stormwater
area, if possible.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this
application.
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
1)
That the written submissions from Edward Chlebowski,
Mike Nageleisen, and Brenda Di Nallo, regarding the proposal by Digram
Developments Markham Inc., at 6232 16th Avenue, be received; and,
2) That the Development Services Commission report dated
September 22, 2015 and titled “Preliminary Report, Digram Developments Markham
Inc., Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Approval applications to permit a
townhouse development at 6232 16th Avenue, File Nos: ZA/SC 15
244470”, be received; and,
3) That the record of the Public Meeting held on September 24,
2015, with respect to the Zoning By-law Amendment application and potential
future amendment to the City’s 2014 Official Plan (not yet in force), to allow
a townhouse development at 6232 16th Avenue (ZA 15 244470), be
received; and further,
4) That the Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Approval
applications (ZA/SC 15 244470) submitted by Digram Developments Markham Inc. be
referred back to Staff for a report and recommendation.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services
Public Meeting adjourned at 9:50 PM.
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