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Development Services Committee Minutes

June 12, 2017, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Council Chamber

Meeting No. 9

All Members of Council

Development Services Issues                                Culture and Economic Development Issues

Chair:                      Regional Councillor Jim Jones                            Chair:                          Councillor Alex Chiu

Vice-Chair:              Councillor Don Hamilton                                   Vice-Chair:                  Councillor Alan Ho

 

Transportation and Engineering Capital Projects Issues

Chair:                      Regional Councillor Joe Li

Vice-Chair:              Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

Attendance

Mayor Frank Scarpitti

Deputy Mayor Jack Heath

Regional Councillor Jim Jones

Regional Councillor Joe Li

Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

Councillor Valerie Burke (left at 4:10)

Councillor Alan Ho

Councillor Don Hamilton

Councillor Karen Rea (left at 4:10)

Councillor Colin Campbell (left at 4:10)

Councillor Amanda Collucci (9:20, left at 4:10)

Councillor Logan Kanapathi (left at 3:34)

Councillor Alex Chiu

Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative Officer

Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services

Trinela Cane, Commissioner of Corporate Services

Brenda Librecz, Commissioner of Community & Fire             Services

Chris Alexander, Acting Manager, By-law             Enforcement and Regulatory Services

Dave Blizzard, Public Education Officer

Chris Bird, Director of Building

Stephen Chait, Director, Culture and Economic             Development

Catherine Conrad, City Solicitor and Acting Director     of Human Resources

Adam Grant, Deputy Fire Chief

Anna Henriques, Senior Planner, Zoning and Special             Projects

Regan Hutcheson, Manager, Heritage Planning

Biju Karumanchery, Director of Planning and    Urban Design

Brian Lee, Director of Engineering

Dave Miller, Manager, West District

Mark Visser, Senior Manager Financial Strategy &             Investment

Peter Wokral, Heritage Planner

Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee Coordinator

 

 

 

 

The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 9:04 a.m. in the Council Chamber with Regional Councillor Jim Jones in the Chair.  Councillor Alex Chiu assumed the Chair for Culture and Economic Development items, Nos. 3 and 17.

 

The Committee recessed from 11:21 to 11:33 a.m. and from 12:40 to 1:30 p.m. and from 3:15 to 3:34 p.m.

 

DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

-         None declared

 

 

1.         MARKHAM FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES
            CADET PROGRAM (12.2.6)

 

The Markham Fire & Emergency Services CADET Program has focused its public education efforts on meeting the needs of our very diverse community. One of the communities that may get overlooked is those living with a development disability. This program was created to give individuals who are not able to be employed as a firefighter the opportunity to experience all aspects and roles within the fire service.

 

Mayor Frank Scarpitti, Commissioner of Community & Fire Services, Councillor Alan Ho, Brenda Librecz and Fire Chief, Dave Decker and Deputy Fire Chief, Adam Grant presented a plaque to the following recipients:

 

            Pravin Emmanuel

            David Chen-See

            Nicholas Legris

 

 

 

2.         PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS (12.2.6)

 

City of Markham Staff:

 

Alex Spasewski, Provincial Offences Officer II, Legislative Services, 15 years

June Fry, Client Advisor ITS, Information Technology Services, 15 years

Jody Parsons, Court Administration Coordinator, Legislative Services, 15 years

Deborah John, Building Inspector II, Building Standards, 10 years

Keith Doner, Licensed Fleet Technician, Operations, 10 years

Matthew Ribble, Arborist, Operations, 5 years

Michelle Newallo, Administrative Assistant, Development Services

            Commissioner's Office, 5 years

Eric Ng, Fire Administration Coordinator, Fire & Emergency Services, 5 years

Martha Pettit, Deputy City Clerk, Legislative Services, 5 years

Trinela Cane, Commissioner, Corporate Services, Corporate Services

            Commissioner's Office, 5 years

Brandon Sanders, Provincial Offences Officer I, Legislative Services, 5 years

Susan Hsiung, Senior Human Resources Consultant, Human Resources, 5 years

Chris Sreblowski, Small Engine/Equipment Technician, Operations, 5 years

Cindy Coffin, QMS Coordinator, Environmental Services, 5 years

 

 

3.         VENTURELAB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
            AND NEW BY-LAWS (10.16)

            Presentation

 

Jeremy Laurin, CEO, VentureLAB, gave a presentation on this matter. Mr. Laurin provided  background information on VentureLAB and its accomplishments, and outlined proposed amendments to the By-law. Mr. Laurin responded to questions from the Committee.

 

Stephen Chait, Director, Culture and Economic Development, spoke briefly to the proposed By-law changes and requested endorsement by the Committee.

 

Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the presentation by Jeremy Laurin, CEO, VentureLAB, regarding VentureLAB Annual General Meeting and new By-laws, be received; and,

 

That the proposed By-law amendments respecting VentureLAB, be endorsed.

CARRIED

 

 

 

4.         DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
- May 23, 2017 (10.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

Seconded by: Councillor Alex Chiu

 

That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting held May 23, 2017, be confirmed.

CARRIED

 

 

 

5.         HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
            - May 10, 2017 (16.11)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

That the minutes of the Heritage Markham Committee meeting held May 10, 2017, be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

 

6.         UNIONVILLE SUB-COMMITTEE MINUTES
            - SIXTEENTH LAND HOLDINGS INC.
            (YORK DOWNS GOLF COURSE)
            - May 23, 2017 (10.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

That the minutes of the Unionville Sub-Committee - Sixteenth Land Holdings Inc. (York Downs Golf Course) meeting held May 23, 2017, be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

 

7.         CYCLING AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY
            COMMITTEE (CPAC) MINUTES
            -April 20, 2017 (16.34)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

That the minutes of the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (CPAC) meeting held April 20, 2017, be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

 

8.         FRIENDS OF THE MARKHAM MUSEUM
FOUNDATION BOARD MINUTES
- March 8, 2017 (16.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

That the minutes of the Friends of the Markham Museum Foundation Board meeting held March 8, 2017, be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9.         PRELIMINARY REPORT
            CADILLAC FAIRVIEW CORPORATION LTD.
            APPLICATION FOR ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
            TO PERMIT A MOTOR VEHICLE SALES ESTABLISHMENT
            AND ACCESSORY MOTOR VEHICLE SERVICE STATION
            AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR GARAGE, AND INCORPORATE
            PREVIOUSLY APPROVED MINOR VARIANCES AT
            MARKVILLE MALL SHOPPING CENTRE
            5000 HIGHWAY 7 (WARD 3)
            FILE NO. ZA 17 156158 (10.5)

            Report

 

The Committee discussed the addition of car sales and service to retail uses, and the Public Meeting and review process. Concerns will be discussed further at the Public Meeting.

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

That the report titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Cadillac Fairview Corporation Ltd., Application for Zoning By-law Amendment to permit a motor vehicle sales establishment and accessory motor vehicle service station and motor vehicle repair garage, and incorporate previously approved minor variances at Markville Mall Shopping Centre, 5000 Highway 7 (Ward 3), ZA 17 156158” be received.

CARRIED

 

 

 

10.       PRELIMINARY REPORT
            DIGRAM DEVELOPMENTS MARKHAM 2 INC.
            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION
            TO ALLOW TOWNHOUSES NORTH OF CASTLEMORE AVENUE
            ON THE EAST SIDE OF SWAN PARK ROAD
            IN GREENSBOROUGH, WARD 5, (PART OF BLOCK 78, 65M3834)
            FILE NO: ZA 16 113212 (10.5)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

That the report dated June 12, 2017 and titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Digram

Developments Markham 2 Inc., Zoning By-law amendment application to allow townhouses north of Castlemore Avenue on the east side of Swan Park Road, in Greensborough, Ward 5, (Part of Block 78, 65M3834)”, be received.

CARRIED

 

 

11.       PRELIMINARY REPORT
            14TH AVENUE INVESTMENTS INC.
            C/O BARRON PLANNING CONSULTING
            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO PERMIT
            A 3 STOREY OFFICE BUILDING AND A 1 STOREY
            INDUSTRIAL BUILDING AT 2875 14TH AVENUE
            SOUTH SIDE OF 14TH AVENUE BETWEEN
            WOODBINE AVENUE AND HIGHWAY 404 (WARD 8)
            FILE NO. ZA 17 149540 (10.5)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

That the report titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, 14th Avenue Investments Inc., C/O Barron Planning Consulting, Zoning By-law Amendment to permit a 3 storey office building and a 1 storey industrial property at 2875 14th Avenue, south side of 14th Avenue between Woodbine Avenue and Highway 404 (Ward 8), File No. ZA 17 149540” be received.

CARRIED

 

 

 

12.       COMMERCIAL FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT
            GRANT PROGRAM FOR 2017 (16.11)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

1)         That the report entitled “Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program for 2017”, dated June12, 2016, be received; and,

 

2)         That Council supports a matching grant of up to $ 10,452.50 for the replication of the missing front porch at 48 Washington Street based on surviving physical evidence and appropriate period design, provided the owner enters into a Heritage Conservation Easement Agreement with the City, removes existing grandfathered inappropriate commercial signage, and obtains a building permit and/or site plan approval for the proposed front porch; and,

 

3)         That Council authorizes the Mayor and Clerk to enter into a Façade Easement Agreement with the owners of 48 Washington Street for any grant amount exceeding $5,000.00 (required for grant assistance over $5,000.00); and,

 

4)         That the identified grant be funded from the Commercial Façade Improvement Program Account 620-101-5699-17034 which has a budget of $25,000.00 for the year 2017; and,

 

 

5)         That the unallocated funds from the 2017 Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program totaling $14,547.50 be transferred to the 2017 Designated Heritage Property Grant Program (Account 620-101-5699-17031); and further

 

6)         That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

 

13.       DESIGNATED HERITAGE PROPERTY
            GRANT APPLICATIONS - 2017 (16.11)

            Report

 

The Committee questioned the recommendation for 99 Y.M.C.A. Boulevard. Staff explained that the application was not supported as it could be perceived as rewarding poor stewardship of the building. Staff were requested to report back with any update on the intended use of the heritage building.

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

1)         That the report entitled “Designated Heritage Property Grant Applications -2017” dated June 12, 2017, be received; and,

 

2)         That Designated Heritage Property Grants for 2017 be approved in the amounts noted for the following properties, totaling $44,547.00,  provided that the applicants comply with eligibility requirements of the program;

 

1.     19 George Street, Markham-up to $5,000.00 for the replication or restoration of the front porch;

2.     248 Main Street North, Markham-$3,366.85 for the restoration of the wooden decorative gable elements and repair of concrete front porch;

3.     30 Washington Street, Markham-$5,000.00 for the restoration of the wooden exterior cladding and decorative elements;

4.     36 Peter Street, Markham-$5,000.00 for the replication of missing gable decorations and corbels;

5.     10 David Gohn Circle, Markham Heritage Estates-$7,500.00 for the replacement of the cedar shingle roof;

6.     23 Victoria Avenue, Unionville-$3,842.00 for the production of faux gable end chimneys;

7.     12 David Gohn Circle, Markham Heritage Estates-$7,500.00 for the production of faux gable end chimneys and replacement of the cedar shingle roof;

8.     22 George Street, Markham-$3,220.50 for the repair of the historic windows, production of new storm windows, cleaning and repair of brick walls;

 

 

9.     15 Church Lane, Thornhill-$1,400.00 for the replication of wooden crosses at the top of the manse gables and church bell cote;

10.   309 Main Street North, Markham-$1,521.88 for the re-conditioning of the historic wooden windows and production of new storm windows;

11.   370 Main Street North, Markham, $1,195.77 for the installation of a historically appropriate front door and picture windows; and,

 

3)         That Council does not support the grant request for the replacement of the shingle roof for the accessory building at 6 David Gohn Circle because it is not a heritage building; and,

 

4)         That Council does not support the grant request to make structural improvements to the floor at 17 Mill Street , because the work is not visible to the public, is not required for the long term preservation of the building, and it proposes to  demolish the existing stone foundation which is a heritage attribute of the property; and,

 

5)         That Council does not support the grant request to recondition the windows at 99 Y.M.C.A. Boulevard because it could be perceived as rewarding poor stewardship of the building as it was restored in 2008, but has been left vacant and unprotected from the elements and vandalism; and,

 

6)         That the grants be funded through the Designated Heritage Property Grant Project Fund, Account 620-101-5699-17031 ($30,000.00 available for 2017); and,

 

7)         That the amount of grant assistance recommended for approval, in excess of the $30,000.00 available for 2017 Designated Heritage Property Grant program, be funded through  remaining funds from the 2017 Commercial Façade Improvement/Signage Replacement Grant program Project Fund, 620-101-5699-17034 ($14,547.50 remaining); and,

 

8)         That any grant monies allocated to the 2017 Program that are not utilized be returned to the Heritage Loan Fund Reserve (87-2800-125) as per Council policy; and further,

 

9)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 


 

 

14.       INFORMATION REPORT
            2017 SECOND QUARTER UPDATE OF THE
            STREET AND PARK NAME RESERVE LIST (10.14)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci

 

1)         That the report titled ‘Information Report 2017 Second Quarter Update of the Street and Park Name Reserve List’, be received; and,

 

2)         That Council approve the revised Street and Park Name Reserve List set out in Appendix ‘A’ attached to this report.

CARRIED

 

 

15.       LETTER OF CREDIT
            26 ALBERT STREET, MARKHAM VILLAGE
            (WARD 4) (7.0, 16.11)

            Memo

 

On May 23, 2017 Development Services Committee postponed the above subject matter to the meeting this date.

 

Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services provided background information on this matter. Regan Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage Planning and Peter Wokral, Heritage Planner, responded to questions from the Committee regarding the project.

 

A photo of the replicated structure was displayed. Committee members debated the justification to release the Letter of Credit.

 

Michael Crabtree, owner, made a deputation to provide details of the condition of the structure due to neglect by the previous owner, and the decision for replication rather than restoration.

 

A Motion to release the Letter of Credit was LOST.

 

Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti

Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath

 

1)         That the deputation by Michael Crabtree, owner of 26 Albert Street, be received; and,

 

2)         That the memorandum dated May 23, 2017 entitled "Letter of Credit - 26 Albert Street,

Markham Village" be received.

CARRIED

 

 

16.       INFORMATION REPORT
            NEW COMPREHENSIVE ZONING BY-LAW
            PROJECT, PHASE 3A – STRATEGY FOR
            IMPLEMENTATION OF SECONDARY SUITES
            & UPDATE ON ROOMING HOUSES
            & SHORT TERM ACCOMMODATIONS
            PR 13 128340 (10.5)

            Report  Appendix A - Presentation

 

Anna Henriques, Senior Planner - Zoning Special Projects provided a presentation on the proposed strategy for Secondary Suites, Rooming Houses, and Short-Term Accommodations (Phase 3A) of the New Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project. The background of this issue was reviewed.

 

Secondary Suites: The recommendation is to permit secondary suites, based on:

-         Required by legislation in Ontario

-         Regional and Markham Official Plan policies are supportive

-         Fire safety and code requirements may not be met if units are illegal

-         Benefits of secondary suites were outlined

-         Recommendations include implementing a Zoning By-law, a Registration By-law, amendments to the Property Standards By-law, a community strategy and public education program, and a monitoring program

-         Property taxes would reflect a “finished basement” valued at approximately $35,000 increased assessment

-         The Province is currently responsible for conducting interior property standards, municipalities will be required to assume responsibility

 

The Committee discussed parking requirements, potential Committee of Adjustment applications, student housing, coach houses, and re-inspection requirements. The Committee noted that a maximum of one parking space per secondary suite is specified in the legislation, and that dwellings are not required to be owner-occupied.

 

Adam Grant, Deputy Fire Chief provided details of the Fire Department responsibilities, and process highlights for existing post-1995 permitted units and proposed units. It is estimated that there are currently 4,000 – 8,000 unregistered units in Markham. With seven (7) new FTE, the City could only process approximately 250 new cases per year, at a cost of $900,000, and only 25–50% of those costs may be recoverable, based on typical application fees in other cities. Re-inspections would require additional staff.

 

Although the City has to build infrastructure and provide services, secondary suites do not provide Development Charge funding, and only minimal property taxes. The financial implications have to be considered and Markham may consider lobbying the Province for changes to legislation. If endorsed, a final report and recommendation for Secondary Suites will come forward in the fall of 2017, and a Public Meeting will also be held in fall for rooming houses and short term accommodations.

 

Geoff Pyne and Peter Miasek of the Unionville Residents Association, stated support for secondary suites and the staff recommendations. Mr. Pyne reviewed the recommendations of the URA, submitted to the City in 2016, which are very close to the staff recommendations; however, they have a concern with the length of time the process is taking.

 

Chris Bergauer-Free had comments regarding parking concerns, flood-prone areas, and regulating infill situations that are constructed with the intention of adding secondary suites.

 

Further discussions included registration fees, cost recovery, re-inspections, in-fill situations, defining Bed and Breakfasts as a short-term accommodation, grandfathered units, and parking requirements. The Committee discussed identifying potential second suites in new construction, and stated that safe housing is a priority.

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the Committee recess at 3:15 p.m. to allow the Varley-McKay Art Foundation Annual General Meeting to proceed.

CARRIED

 

The Development Services Committee reconvened at 3:34 p.m.

 

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor Joe Li

Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell

 

That the Committee call the question on the matter of New Comprehensive Zoning By-Law Project, Phase 3a.

CARRIED

by a 2/3 vote of Members present

 

Further discussion included the complaint vs proactive approach to inspections and registration, and the objective of obtaining DC and property tax revenues to cover the City’s infrastructure and services costs, but which may deter owners from registering. The Committee requested information on potential fines for non-registration when this matter comes forward.

 

A Motion to add “in principle” to the original clause three (3) was LOST.

 

Staff advised that if the recommendation to proceed with second suites fails and no further direction is provided by the Committee, secondary suites provisions will remain status quo. Staff may report back in the future if there are any changes or Provincial directions.

 

The Committee consented to separate the clauses of the recommendation.

 

The following clauses (original clauses 3 and 4) were LOST on a tie vote:

 

 

3)         That the  proposed draft Strategy for Implementation of Secondary Suites, as outlined further in this report, be endorsed.  The strategy is comprised of:

 

i)    A zoning by-law to introduce City-wide (except in Special Policy Areas) zoning permissions for secondary suites in single detached, semi detached and  townhouse dwellings, subject to specific development standards;

ii)   A registration by-law requiring registration of all dwellings with secondary suites, to ensure safety of occupants and compliance with applicable codes and requirements;

iii)   A property standards by-law that includes requirements for interior property standards;

iv)  A communications & public education plan to communicate new by-laws and requirements, and to encourage registration; and,

v)   A 6 month monitoring program using AMANDA (City’s internal data management system) to track and evaluate the registration process including matters such as the number of building permit applications, inspections, complaints, etc.; and,

 

4)         That staff report back to DSC in Fall 2017 with final recommendation reports and accompanying by-laws to implement secondary suites; and,

LOST

 

Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

1)                  That the written submissions from Alena Gotz and Cosimo A. Crupi regarding the New Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project, Phase 3A be received; and,

 

2)                  That the deputations by Geoff Pyne and Peter Miasek of the Unionville Residents Association, and Chris Bergauer-Free regarding the New Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project, Phase 3A be received..

 

3)**     That the report entitled, “INFORMATION REPORT: New Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project, Phase 3A – Strategy for Implementation of Secondary Suites & Update on Rooming Houses & Short Term Accommodations” be approved in principle; and,

 

4)         That the presentation entitled, “New Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project: Phase 3A. Strategy for Secondary Suites” be received; and,

 

5)         That staff be authorized to hold a Statutory Public Meeting in Fall 2017 to consider preliminary Official Plan policies for short term accommodations and rooming houses; and,

 

6)**     That staff report back to a special evening meeting of Development Services Committee in Fall 2017 with the following:

 

i)     A final recommendation report and accompanying Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for rooming houses and short term accommodations, and all related matters, following the Statutory Public Meeting in the fall;

 

ii)    A final recommendation report and zoning by-law amendment for secondary suites and all related matters; and further

 

7)         That staff be authorized to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

 

CARRIED

 

** Amended by Council on June 13, to amend Clause 3 and add a new Clause 6, as follows:

 

“3)          That the report entitled, “INFORMATION REPORT: New Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project, Phase 3A – Strategy for Implementation of Secondary Suites & Update on Rooming Houses & Short Term Accommodations” be approved in principle; and,

 

6)         That staff report back to a special evening meeting of Development Services Committee in Fall 2017 with the following:

 

i)    A final recommendation report and accompanying Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for rooming houses and short term accommodations, and all related matters, following the Statutory Public Meeting in the fall;

 

ii)   A final recommendation report and zoning by-law amendment for secondary suites and all related matters; and further”

 

 

 

17.       BUSINESS MISSION TO JAPAN
            NOVEMBER 25 – DECEMBER 2 2017 (10.16)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

Seconded by: Councillor Alex Chiu

 

That the Business Mission to Japan and the following recommendation be postponed to Council on June 13, 2017:

 

1)    That the report dated May 16, 2017 entitled “Business Mission to Japan November 25 – December 2, 2017” be received; and,

 

2)    That the City of Markham be represented by a four-person delegation composed of the Mayor, the  Chair of the Economic Development Committee, the Director of the Culture & Economic Development Department, plus one additional member of Council; and,

 

3)    That the total cost of the mission to a maximum amount of $49,000.00 be funded from the 2017 operating budget account t #610-998-5811 “International Investment Attraction” account; and further,

 

4)    That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

18.       NEW BUSINESS
            OCCUPANCY PERMITS (10.13)

 

The Committee requested clarification on recent issues relating to new houses by Mattamy Homes being occupied in an unfinished state. Chris Bird, Director of Building, explained the minimum standards and inspection issues, and Provincial regulations for occupancy permits. The Committee suggested requesting the Province to review the requirements.

 

Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti

Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton

 

That staff be directed to prepare a memo and resolution to request the Province review the requirements for Occupancy Permits.

CARRIED

 

 

19.       NEW BUSINESS
            DROPBIKE PRESENTATION (5.10)

 

A Committee member noted a recent presentation to the Cycling and Pedestrian Committee by DropBike, a bike sharing concept that is being launched in Markham. The Committee consented to receive a short presentation by DropBike at the next Development Services Committee meeting, if time permits.

 

 

 

20.       CONFIDENTIAL ITEMS

 

Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

Seconded by: Councillor Alex Chiu

 

That the confidential items be postponed to the June 26, 2017 Development Services Committee meeting.

 

(1)        DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE CONFIDENTIAL MINUTES
            - May 8, 2017 (10.0)

            [Section 239 (2) (e) (c) (e) (e)]

 

(2)        PERSONAL MATTERS ABOUT AN IDENTIFIABLE INDIVIDUAL, INCLUDING MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL BOARD EMPLOYEES
HERITAGE COMMITTEE CONFIDENTIAL MINUTES
- May 10, 2017 (16.11)

            [Section 239 (2) (b)]

 

 

(3)        LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS, AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD - MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATION APPEAL - 14 GEORGE STREET (WARD 4) (8.0)

            [Section 239 (2) (e)]

 

 

(4)        LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS, AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD - MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATION APPEAL - 217 CHURCH STREET (WARD 4) (8.0)

            [Section 239 (2) (e)]

CARRIED

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at 4:25 PM.

 

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