Minutes
Development Services Public
Meeting
Wednesday, April 5, 2017 - 7:00 PM
Council
Chamber
Meeting No. 3
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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Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative
Officer
Ron Blake, Senior Development
Manager
Sally
Campbell, Manager, East District
Rick Cefaratti, Planner II
Geoff Day, Senior Planner, Zoning
& Special Projects
Biju Karumanchery, Director of
Planning and Urban Design
Dave Miller, Manager, West District
Gary Sellars, Senior Planner
Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee Coordinator
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The Development Services
Public Meeting convened at 7:02 PM in the Council Chamber with Regional
Councillor Jim Jones in the Chair. The Committee recessed at 11:12 PM, to
reconvene on Monday, April 10, 2017, at 7:00 p.m.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
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None Declared
The Committee noted the number of people in attendance
and the number of deputations regarding the third item on the agenda. In
consultation with the Ward Councillors, it was recommended that the first two
items be recessed to another date to ensure they have proper attention and are
not rushed. The audience was canvassed as to the people in attendance for the
first two items, and they indicated they would be satisfied with the
rescheduled meeting. Each application was dealt with separately.
A member of the public commented on the agenda
scheduling.
1. PRELIMINARY REPORT
APPLICATION FOR DRAFT PLAN OF
SUBDIVISION
19TM-16009 AND OFFICIAL PLAN
AMENDMENT
BY 605918 ONTARIO LTD. FOR
8651 9TH LINE
IN CORNELL CENTRE
FILES: SU / OP 16 117108
(10.7, 10.3)
Report
The Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by 605918 Ontario Ltd. for Draft Plan of
Subdivision 19TM-16009 and Official Plan Amendment for 8651 9th Line
in Cornell Centre (SU/OP 16 117108).
The Committee Clerk advised that 217 notices were mailed on March 16, 2016,
and a Public Meeting sign was posted on March 15, 2017. Three written submissions were received
regarding this proposal.
The Committee noted the number of people in attendance and the number
of deputations regarding the third item on the agenda. In consultation with the
Ward Councillors, it was recommended that the first two items be recessed to
another date to ensure they have proper attention and are not rushed. The Chair
requested identification of anyone in attendance, in both the Council Chamber
and the Great Hall, on this application, agenda item # 1. Three people indicated
an interest. The Committee and members of the public discussed, and agreed to,
recessing the Public Meeting for this item to Monday, August 10, to allow full
and thorough attention. It was noted that the applicant had been requested to
hold a community meeting on this matter.
Moved By: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That the Public Meeting for the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision
(19TM-16009) and Official Plan Amendment submitted by 605918 Ontario Ltd. File
Numbers: SU / OP 16 117108, be recessed to Monday,
April 10, 2017, at 7:00 p.m.
CARRIED
2. PRELIMINARY REPORT
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN
AMENDMENT
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND
DRAFT PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM BY
2496052 ONTARIO INC.
(KALEXIA DEVELOPMENT CORP.)
TO PERMIT RESIDENTIAL USES ON
THE
LANDS LOCATED ON THE NORTH
SIDE OF
MARKLAND STREET WEST OF
WOODBINE AVENUE
WITHIN THE WOODBINE NORTH
SECONDARY PLAN AREA
FILE NO.’S: OP 13 114950,
ZA/CU 16 124882 (10.3, 10.5, 10.20)
Report
The Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by 2496052 Ontario Inc. (Kalexia Development
Corp.) for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-Law Amendment and Draft Plan of
Condominium to permit residential uses on the lands located on the North side
of Markland Street West of Woodbine Avenue within the Woodbine North Secondary
Plan Area (OP 13 114950, ZA/CU 16 124882).
The Committee Clerk advised that 179 notices were mailed on March 16,
2017, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on March 16, 2017. No written submissions were received
regarding this proposal.
The Committee noted the number of people in attendance and the number
of deputations regarding the third item on the agenda. In consultation with the
Ward Councillors, it was recommended that the first two items be recessed to
another date to ensure they have proper attention and are not rushed. The Chair
requested identification of anyone in attendance, in both the Council Chamber
and the Great Hall, on this application, agenda item # 2. The only person
identified in attendance was the applicant. The Committee and members of the
public discussed, and agreed to, recessing the Public Meeting for this item to
Wednesday, August 12, to allow full and thorough attention.
Moved by: Councillor Alan Ho
Seconded by: Councillor Amanda Collucci
1) That the Public Meeting for applications by Kalexia Development
Corp., to amend the in-force Official Plan (Revised 1987), as amended, the
Woodbine North Secondary Plan, and a corresponding amendment to The 2014
Official Plan (as partially approved on October 30, 2015 and May 26, 2016), be recessed
to Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.
CARRIED
3. PRELIMINARY REPORT
SIXTEENTH LAND HOLDINGS INC.
4134 16TH AVENUE
(YORK DOWNS GOLF COURSE)
NORTH OF 16TH
AVENUE, WEST OF KENNEDY ROAD
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN
AND
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS, AND
DRAFT PLANS OF SUBDIVISION
APPROVAL TO PERMIT A NEW
RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBOURHOOD
FILE NO.’S: OP/ZA 16 179225
AND SU 16 179225 (1 AND 2) (10.3, 10.5, 10.7)
Presentation Report
The Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by Sixteenth Land Holdings Inc. (York Downs
Golf Course) for Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendments and Draft Plans of
Subdivision to permit a new residential neighbourhood at 4134 16th
Avenue, North of 16th Avenue, West of Kennedy Road (OP/ZA 16 179225
and SU 16 179225 (1 and 2))
The Committee Clerk advised that 905 notices were mailed on March 16,
2017, and seven Public Meeting signs were posted on March 15, 2017. Eighteen written submissions were received
regarding this proposal. Deputants later left written copies of their
statements.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location,
surrounding uses and outstanding issues. Four Unionville Subcommittee meetings
are being scheduled on topics of interest, for further public consultation. The
Ward Councillor gave additional information about the mandate of the
Subcommittee. Meeting dates will be published on the City website and anyone
making a deputation at this Public Meeting, or requesting notification, will be
notified.
Maria Gatzios of Gatzios
Planning + Development Consultants Inc., representing the
applicant, gave
a presentation to provide additional details. Ms. Gatzios noted there are currently
7,000 trees on the property and there will be 16,000 post-development. With
respect to the valleylands and woodlots, these lands will be conveyed to City,
and multi-use trails will be developed for public ownership. The open space
area includes parkland for a total of 62 ha (37% of the development) while the
built development will cover 107 ha (63 %). The Public School Board require an
elementary school site within the proposed development. It was also clarified
that a proposed road access onto Warden Avenue is being requested by some
residents, but it is not part of the applicant's original proposal.
The following people made
deputations regarding the proposal:
1. Mavis
Smylie, representing the URA, UVA, Briarwood Farm Group
2. Susan
Deacon
3. Janet
Murphy
4. Mario
Lavoie, representing the Glenburn Forest Community
5. Michael
Gannon, representing Unionville Ratepayers Association
6. Robert
Clark, representing the Glenburn Forest Community
7. Gerianne
Walker, representing the Glenburn Forest Community
8. Paul
McMillen representing the Glenburn Forest Community
9. Peter
Miasek
10. Ramhar
Balakirisham – did not speak
11. Akash Panday – did not speak
12. Alex Chow – did not speak
13. Dan Wang – did not speak
14. Nancy Rossi
15. Charlotte Deacon
16. Malcolm Lowe
17. Edmond Wu, Scarborough Chinese Alliance Church
18. Hasib Hakeem – did not speak
19. Marilyn Ginsburg, Markham Citizens Coalition
for Responsive Gov.
20. Jim Cheung
21. Yugi Zhong
22. Yuk Wing Albert Wan – representing Chinese Seniors'
Groups
23. Hollie Leong
24. Susan Tam
25. Chris Farano – Fung Loy Kok Institute
26. Ricardo Mashregi and Evelin Ellison - TRUE (Trees & Residents for Urban
Environment)
27. Adil Rizwan
28. Pat Lam
29. Gloria Kuang
30. Jian Zhang
31. Emily Li
32. Peter McKay
33. Meg Stokes
34. Lawrence Fair
35. Ellen Lin
36. Michael Ye – did not speak
37. Eileen Liasi
38. Mayrose Gregorios
39. Patrick O’Hanlon, representing the applicant
The following comments were made:
Environmental Issues
1.
The property is a valuable
greenspace and needs to be preserved
2.
The golf club greenspace is
currently only accessible to the owners, but it should be available to everyone
3.
A resident noted that although he
lives next to the property, it is currently a private greenspace. Once it is
accessible to the community, they can all enjoy the benefits
4.
The Glenburn Forest Community is
satisfied with current application with respect to retained greenspace on
Blocks 4 and 10
5.
Tree preservation is very
important
6.
Representatives of TRUE (Trees and
Residents for Urban Environment) spoke of the benefits of the urban forest and
suggested an independent tree preservation assessment by Markham They questioned
if the tree replacement program is sufficient and recommend tree replacement rather than a cash
settlement
7.
Parklands are needed for all the
Angus Glen residents and other communities
8.
A golf course may not be a safe
place for wildlife
9.
Wildlife needs to be protected
10.
Protect wildlife habitat,
particularly for barn swallows
11.
Possible endangered bird species
on the York Downs property should be investigated and the applicant should
provide financial compensation. Construction should not take place during the
nesting season.
12.
All levels of government should
work together to preserve the property and create a legacy for Unionville
13.
Convert Street E into a pedestrian
friendly pathway
14.
There are no natural pathways in
the area
15.
The pathways should connect to
other communities through traffic-free greenspaces
16.
Requested confirmation that the
developer would provide the trail path
17.
Concern for stormwater management
and high water table
18.
There is a significant grade difference
between the site and surrounding residences that could result in flooding
19.
Potential impact on water wells
20.
A map of flooding in the area from
Hurricane Hazel in 1954 was displayed. The discussion related to the increase
in hard surfaces from development and the impact of additional runoff on the
two creeks
21.
Request for staff and TRCA reports
regarding stormwater management plan, concerned that the development is built
on wetlands and floodplains, and potential flooding impacts as well as hydrostatic
force impacts during storms
Traffic Issues
22.
Concern for increased traffic
congestion, traffic noise, and access to 16th Ave was a common concern
23.
Roads are already over capacity
24.
Concern for increased traffic on
congested arterial road and the need for road widening
25.
York Region Transit must improve
the system to accommodate seniors who don’t drive
26.
Need to expand bus service along
16th Avenue
27.
Traffic on 16th Avenue
is already too busy and hard to access
28.
16th Avenue will be a
nightmare, it needs to be widened and another access added
29.
The position on an exit road to
Warden Avenue was mixed. The adjacent residents do not want the disruption and
the increased difficulty in accessing Warden; while others thought it was a
good idea as it could take pressure off other roads
30.
The Glenburn Forest Community does
not want a road through to Warden Avenue due to traffic and noise, and impacts
to the adjacent greenspace
31.
Warden Avenue is already a problem
with speeding cars, and a new road access would add to the danger
32.
Adopt ‘Vision Zero’ traffic
strategy for safety
33.
The internal road network may be
used as a short-cut between Kennedy and Warden
34.
The bridge in the middle of the
development only serves as a cut-through; it should be two separate
developments
35.
Concern about possible traffic
infiltration into portions of the community to the south
Housing and Community
36.
Concerns about density
37.
Other residents supported the wide
variety of housing choices proposed
38.
A community centre would be
appreciated
39.
Suggested a senior activity centre
40.
Include a community centre near 16th
Avenue for seniors and children to use
41.
7200 new residents is the size of
many small towns with their own amenities. This development should have its own
amenities, community centre, medical services, retail, school, etc.
42.
Scarborough Chinese Alliance
Church supports the mixed use and medium rise housing proposal, and requested a
Place of Worship site, and facilities for retired people and the community.
Staff explained that Places of Worship are identified in the Official Plan and
could be part of this site
43.
Markham's Chinese Seniors groups
are seeking suitably-sized residences within walking distance of amenities and
community facilities
44.
The Fung Loy Kok Institute
supports the development and is looking for the opportunity to provide a
seniors complex, temple, and meeting place
45.
Include housing for students and
as an investment for their children's future
46.
Affordable housing is needed in
Markham for first-time buyers, immigrants, and students
47.
Price range should be geared
toward first-time buyers and young professionals (less than one $million)
48.
Urged the City not to delay the
project as housing is in short supply
49.
Every city needs to grow and generate
an increase in community services
50.
Markham enjoys the benefits of
growth – community facilities and festivals
51.
Create a walkable community with nearby
stores
52.
Find a balance between the need
for houses and the need for trees
53.
New urbanism is favoured with
respect to laneway–based dwellings that provide a safe play space
54.
This will be a great community for
everyone, not just a small population
55.
This area would be great as it is
closer to work and will accommodate the speaker and other family members in a
variety of housing
56.
Encouraged adding new commercial
uses and grocery stores that will benefit the residents
57.
New residents will help support
local businesses
General
58.
Concern for the process of public
consultation prior to expert opinions and reports being available
59.
Supports the development, but
wants it to be done the right way with regards to the Public Meeting process
and providing full report and information
60.
A resident was assured by the Golf
Course when she bought her adjacent property that the use would not change
61.
A resident on Normandale Road is concerned
about the proposed condos on 16th Avenue that are 6-8 stories high,
as that will impact the privacy in their yard
62.
Construction may be inconvenient,
but benefits will be worth it
63.
The development will increase the
tax base for the City
Clarification was provided that the application was complete in
November, 2016.
Many of the deputants provided a written copy of their comments.
Speakers expressed appreciation to the Ward Councillor and other Council
Members who have assisted the residents in this matter.
Patrick O’Hanlon, representing the applicant, spoke of past successful projects
in Markham by the developer. He acknowledged the comments made by the deputants
and indicated they would be carefully considered. They will work with the
Subcommittee to create a great community.
The Committee identified transportation and environmental issues as
major concerns, and confirmed that as this matter progresses, agency reports
will be a part of the review. Although tonight's meeting is the Statutory
Public Meeting required under the Planning Act, another Community Meeting may
be held, in addition to the Subcommittee meetings. It was agreed that at the
appropriate time, this application will come back to an evening Development
Services Committee meeting.
Councillor Amanda Collucci thanked everyone for attending, and announced
that the first Subcommittee meeting will be held on Monday April 24 at 6:00
p.m. in the Council Chamber. Everyone is invited to attend, and anyone wishing
notification of future meetings should contact Councillor Collucci or the
Clerk.
Moved by: Councillor Amanda Collucci
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong
1) That the deputations by Mavis Smylie,
Susan Deacon, Janet Murphy, Mario Lavoie, Michael Gannon, Robert Clark,
Gerianne Walker, Paul McMillen, Peter Miasek, Ramhar Balakirisham, Akash Panday,
Alex Chow, Dan Wang, Nancy Rossi, Charlotte Deacon, Malcolm Lowe, Edmond Wu,
Hasib Hakeem, Marilyn Ginsburg, Jim Cheung, Yugi Zhong, Yuk Wing Albert Wan, Hollie
Leong, Susan Tam, Chris Farano, Ricardo Mashregi, Evelin Ellison, Adil Rizwan, Pat
Lam, Gloria Kuang, Jian Zhang, Emily Li, Peter McKay, Meg Stokes, Lawrence Fair,
Ellen Lin, Michael Ye, Eileen Liasi, Mayrose Gregorios, and Patrick O’Hanlon regarding
applications y Sixteenth Land Holdings Inc., 4134 16th Avenue (York
Downs Golf Course), North of 16th Avenue, west of Kennedy Road, be
received; and,
2) That the written submissions from John
Stone, Ann Woods, W.J. Lawrie McGill, Mario T. Lavoie, Nancy Rossi, Dieter
Misch, Tammy Morrell-Bellai, Anna Chen, Shan and Protima Mitra, Adam S. Hanna,
Norah and John Prior, Teresa Fung, Chun Yu, Alice Chao, Florence She, Siobhan
Covington, Toinette Bezant, and from deputants at the meeting, regarding
applications y Sixteenth Land Holdings Inc., 4134 16th Avenue (York
Downs Golf Course), North of 16th Avenue, west of Kennedy Road, be
received; and,
3) That the Development
Services Commission report dated March 20, 2017, entitled, “PRELIMINARY REPORT,
Sixteenth Land Holdings Inc., 4134 16th Avenue (York Downs Golf
Course), North of 16th Avenue, west of Kennedy Road, Applications
for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, and Draft Plans of Subdivision
Approval to permit a new residential neighbourhood, File No.’s: OP/ZA 16 179225
and SU 16 179225 (1 and 2)”, be received; and,
4) That the Record of the Public Meeting
held on April 5, 2017 with respect to the applications by Sixteenth Land
Holdings Inc. for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, and Draft Plans
of Subdivision Approval, be received; and further,
5) That staff be directed to
schedule additional meetings with the Unionville Subcommittee members (all
Members of Council be included in the meeting requests), the applicant and/or
representatives from Sixteenth Land Holdings Inc. and concerned residents to
further discuss the proposed applications and outstanding issues and/or
concerns.
CARRIED
RECESS/ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services
Public Meeting recessed at 11:12 PM, to reconvene on Monday, April 10, 2017, at
7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber.
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