DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES COMMITTEE
2002-11-19
Meeting No. 19
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
M.F.Turner, Commissioner of Development
Services
J. Baird, Acting Commissioner of
Development Services
V. Shuttleworth, Acting Director
of Planning
A. Brown, Director of Engineering
T. Lambe, Manager, Policy and
Research
D. Clark, Town Architect
L. Duoba, Senior Project
Coordinator
S. Heaslip, Senior Project
Coordinator
B. Karumanchery, Senior Project
Coordinator
R. Kendal, Markham Centre
Coordinator
L. Wheeler, Senior Planner
M. Wouters, Senior Planner
D. Cheng, Planner
K. Bavington, Committee Clerk
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The Development Services Committee
convened at the hour of 11:00 a.m. in the Canada Room with Councillor G.
McKelvey in the Chair.
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Councillor J. Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to
Item # 13, the proposed development by Peter Young at the southwest corner of
Gable Avenue and William Berczy Boulevard, by nature of representing the
landowner to the south of the subject property, and did not take part in the
consideration or discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such
matter.
Richard Kendall, Coordinator of
Markham Centre, was welcomed to the Town of Markham by the Committee.
1. TRAFALGAR POLE (10.0)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a joint use agreement
with developers, Bell Canada and Rogers Cable Inc. for the provision of
Trafalgar Poles in subdivisions to the satisfaction of the Chief Administrative
Officer and Town Solicitor.
And that the Trafalgar Pole be utilized in the Woodbine Mackenzie
Developments (Azuria) Plan of Subdivision (19TM-01002) on a pilot project
basis.
And that the utilization of the Trafalgar Pole in other subdivisions in
the Town of Markham be considered subject to the following conditions:
- The execution
of a joint use agreement to the satisfaction of the Town of Markham.
- The deposit of
securities with the Town of Markham to cover any potential future costs
associated with the replacement of the poles including but not limited to
the installation of street light poles and the installation of underground
Bell and Rogers pedestals.
- The
authorization for the use of these poles by the Chief Administrative
Officer.
- The resolution
of technical issues to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering and
Director of Operations and Asset Management.
2. LANDPORT
DEVELOPMENT LIMITED
350 YORKTECH DRIVE AND 801 RODICK ROAD
ZONING AMENDMENT (ZA-02100485) (10.5)
Committee discussed surface run-off from the parking
lot. Staff was directed to contact Committee members with more details on this
issue.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff report entitled “Landport
Development Limited zoning amendment to permit parking lots as a primary use
and temporary use by-law to permit the outdoor storage of recreational
vehicles, boats and trailers not exceeding 35 feet at and 350 Yorktech
Drive(Parcel A) 801 Rodick Road (Parcel
B) Concession 4, Lot 9 - Plan 65R-22981,” be received;
And that the proposed zoning amendment to permit parking lots as the
primary use (attached as Appendix A to the staff report dated November 19,
2002) on Parcels A and B be enacted without further notice;
And that the proposed temporary use by-law to permit the outdoor storage
of recreational vehicles, boats and trailers not
exceeding 35 feet in length (attached as Appendix B to the staff report
dated November 19, 2002) on Parcel B be enacted without further notice;
And that the owner be advised
that provisions for property
protection and surface rights acquisition for the future light rail transit
routes and the conveyance of surface rights of the Rodick Road and Yorktech Drive
extension, in accordance with the Development Agreement for these lands will be
included as a condition of the required future site plan agreement to permit
the parking lot and outdoor storage facility.
3. EASTERN MARKHAM
STRATEGIC REVIEW (M1.467) (10.8)
Committee
received correspondence from Michael Whittamore of Whittamore's Farm, in
opposition to the provincial designation of certain lands.
Mr.
Michael Whittamore, 7200 11th Line, described the history of his
family's property since its expropriation
in 1972. He requested that privately-owned agricultural lands remain
agricultural, and not be placed in the agricultural preserve or become part of
the Rouge Park, and that stakeholders be involved in the proposed strategic
review process. Mr. Whittamore also requested that the Tenant Purchase Program
involving 56 tenants not be delayed by the Town's proposed strategic review.
Mr. Whittamore requested clarification of statements made at the November 5,
2002, Development Services Committee meeting, and the Chair and staff responded
with explanations.
Mr.
Bob Reesor, 8042 Reesor Road, reiterated Mr. Whittamore's statements. He
discussed other land developments that have proceeded in the area, and the
Tenant Purchase Program, which should not be delayed. Mr. Reesor also discussed
the possibility of government compensation if lands are added to the Rouge
Park.
Mrs.
Lois James, 2270 Meadowvale Road, discussed the efforts being made to preserve
Rouge Park and agricultural lands, and expressed appreciation for the Park and
the proposed strategic review.
Ms.
Bev Driscoll, 8328 14th Avenue, advised the Committee that she has
been a tenant in the agricultural preserve for 23 years. Ms. Driscoll discussed
the activities of the Duffin-Rouge Agricultural Community Committee, formed in
1995, and stated that the people most impacted should be involved in the
strategic review.
Mr.
Stephen Brunswick, 200/70 Bond Street, Toronto, representing impacted
tenant-farmers Dave Hollinger, Ashmore Reesor, and Brian Armstrong, spoke to
the Committee about the necessity of a democratic process and consultation with
affected tenants.
The
Committee clarified that a decision regarding a statement to the Province has
not been made at this time; that it is the Committee's intention to only deal
with public lands, not private lands; and that Council has supported the Tenant
Purchase Program in the past. Committee members requested a ruling by the Chair
regarding possible conflict of interest, and the Chair stated that, in his
opinion, there is no conflict, as the members of Council who also sit on the
Rouge Park Alliance were appointed to do so by Council.
Mr.
Brunswick provided copies of letters dated September 12, 2001 from David
Tsubouchi, and dated November 29, 2001 from Mayor Cousens, to the Markham
Pickering Farming Community, with respect to the sale of the ORC lands. He
expressed concern that there is a perception that the farmers do not want to
farm the land. The option of a 99 year lease, instead of ownership of the land,
was considered. Staff was requested to provide a map showing tenants and lands,
subject to the Tenant Purchase Program, if available.
Discussion
included the use of easements to ensure preservation of agricultural land, and
the existing zoning and Official Plan designations which add further controls.
It was debated if stakeholders should be included as members of the Review
Committee, or if it should consist of Council members only, with input from the
public. Staff will canvass Committee members on this point.
The
proposed strategic review is anticipated to be completed by July, 2003, in time
to make recommendations to the Province before the lengthy EA process is
finished and before the ORC can complete land sales. Committee discussed the
need to comment to the Province on this issue, and summarized that the Province
is ultimately in control of the disposition of the land.
The
use of easements on lands under the Tenant Purchase Program, to be held by the
Town of Markham, TRCA, Rouge Park Alliance, and the Region of York, was
referred to the proposed Strategic Review Committee for consideration. Several
motions and amendments to motions were considered by the Committee, resulting
in the following recommendation:
RECOMMENDATION:
That
the correspondence from Michael Whittamore of Whittamore's Farm, in opposition
to the provincial designation of certain lands, be received;
And
that the deputations by Mr. Michael Whittamore, Mr. Bob Reesor, Mrs. Lois
James, Ms. Bev Driscoll, and Mr. Stephen Brunswick, regarding lands in Eastern
Markham, be received;
And whereas the Town of Markham
has been monitoring or participating in numerous Federal, Provincial and other
initiatives which have implications for lands in eastern Markham bounded by
Steeles Ave, the CPR line, Reesor Road, Highway 407, the Markham Bypass, the 9th
Line, the Little Rouge River, the northern Town boundary and the eastern Town
boundary;
Therefore be it resolved that an
Eastern Markham Strategic Review Committee comprised of the Mayor, some members
of Council, and some members of staff, be formed to, among other things,
co-ordinate and guide the activities of the Town and agencies as they relate to
initiatives affecting eastern Markham, and to undertake a strategic review of
federal, provincial and other initiatives and activities relating to eastern
Markham;
And that the Committee prepare
Terms of Reference for the Eastern Markham Strategic Review;
And that the
outline for the Terms of Reference included in the Staff Report dated November
19, 2002 entitled “Eastern Markham Strategic Review” be endorsed as the basis
for preparation of the Terms of Reference for the Eastern Markham Strategic
Review;
And that the
Terms of Reference ensure that the public, including the landowners and the
tenants on the Provincially-owned lands in the area identified above, have the
opportunity to participate in the Strategic Review;
And that the Committee identify
resource requirements to complete the Strategic Review, including budget,
staffing and consulting requirements;
And that the Terms of Reference
and resource requirements identified by the Committee be brought forward to
Council for approval;
And that the Committee report to
Development Services Committee bi-monthly and provide a final report on the Strategic
Review by July 1, 2003;
And that the Province of Ontario
be advised that:
- The Town of Markham is undertaking an Eastern Markham
Strategic Review, which will provide a policy framework that takes into
account Federal, Provincial, and other initiatives, including
transportation requirements; and,
- The Town of Markham strongly urges the Provincial
Government to retain Provincial lands in eastern Markham, except as
already announced in regard to the Rouge Park North Management Plan, and
except lands in connection with the tenant-purchase program, pending
the outcome of the Town’s Eastern Markham Strategic Review; and
*
The Town of Markham's preferred use of the
Provincial lands in eastern Markham is agricultural, pending the
outcome of the Eastern Markham Strategic Review;
And that a delegation of the
Mayor and Members of the Strategic Review Committee meet with Minister David
Tsubouchi, MPP Markham, as soon as possible to inform the Minister of this
resolution and request the assistance of his office and the Provincial
Government in this initiative.
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* Amended by Council at its meeting
held November 26, 2002, to read as follows:
- The Town of Markham's preferred use of the Provincial
lands in eastern Markham is agricultural and in order to protect these
lands, the Province enact measures to ensure they remain as agricultural
in perpetuity;
4. CHINA
SCIENCE PARK INITIATIVE FOLLOW UP (10.16)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the
report entitled "China Science Park Initiative Follow Up" be
received;
And that
the Town authorize the Director of Economic Development to join the Canada
China Business Council ($1,500), and to investigate the possible formation of a
Markham - China Export Club.
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Other
matters considered by the Development Services Committee on November 19, 2002:
5. MARKHAM
CENTRE UPDATE (10.8.1)
Staff provided an update on the
Markham Centre and the work of the Markham Centre Advisory Group and Steering
Committee. Activity on the Markham Centre Website shows an increase in hits.
Committee requested the next website update indicate if the hits represent
visitors or pages.
The Committee was
advised of the status of applications by Remington, Liberty, YMCA, and the High
School. Staff stated a consultant recommendation will be presented in the near
future for the Parking Authority Study. Committee requested the parking
strategy review include a credit process.
The Performance
Measures initiative was reviewed. Staff advised the 'report card' being
developed to measure success is the first in Canada. A Globe and Mail Newspaper
article, dated November 15, 2002, entitled "Heritage meets high tech"
was provided for information.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the staff
presentation regarding Markham Centre be received.
6. TENDER HOLDINGS LTD.
7020 WARDEN AVENUE, NORTH
WARDEN CENTRE
SITE PLAN APPLICATION (SC 02
111235) (10.6)
Staff reviewed the
status of the site plan application by Tender Holdings and indicated the
proposed revisions to the site plan. Staff advised the zoning and site plan had
been approved in 1996, at a time when a three-year expiry clause was not
included.
Mr. John DeValence,
Architect, representing Tender Holdings Ltd., displayed elevation renderings
and reviewed landscaping, gateway features, and pedestrian focus details.
Committee directed
that consideration be given to the following aspects of the development:
- addition of second
floor offices
- addition of more
landscaping to break up parking and enhance pedestrian walkways
- creativity with the
bus loop
- reconsideration of
massing at the corner, and building height of signature building
- improvement of
design
Discussions included
access, parking supply, and the pending traffic study. It was debated whether
the study could be expanded to encompass the whole area, including Century
Square. Concern was expressed about traffic flow, and Mr. DeValence advised he
hopes the north entrance will be signalized.
Committee directed
staff to: review the existing parking situation at the Century Square and Metro
Square sites; include sign by-law compliance in the follow-up report; and,
provide coloured renderings to compare the original and revised site plan
proposals.
Mr. DeValance agreed
to work with the Ward Councillor in holding a Public Information Meeting for
area residents, since a statutory Public Meeting is not required. Committee
members asked to review the notice for the information meeting, stating it
should be clear that this is for information only, and that the public does not
have statutory appeal rights for site plan applications.
In response to Committee's
questions, Mr. Basil Livingston, Principle of Tender Holdings Ltd., indicated
the owners are not willing to consider rezoning the property for higher
intensification.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the presentation
and deputations by Mr. John DeValence, Architect, and Mr. Basil Livingston,
Principle of Tender Holdings Ltd., regarding the site plan application for 7020
Warden Avenue, North Warden Centre, File SC 02 111235, be received.
7. PICKERING AIRPORT PRESENTATION
GREATER TORONTO AIRPORT
AUTHORITY (GTAA) (13.1)
Mr. Steve Shaw and
Ms. Laurie McKee of the Greater Toronto Airport Authority gave a presentation
regarding the Pickering Airport. Mr. Shaw gave background information on the
Authority and its mandate, and reviewed the ongoing project to determine the
feasibility of the Pickering Airport. He advised the EA process will take
approximately 2 years to complete, and,
if approved, the earliest the Airport would be operational would be
2012.
It was emphasized
that a collective effort is required to protect access options.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the presentation
by Mr. Steve Shaw and Ms. Laurie McKee of the Greater Toronto Airport
Authority, regarding the Pickering Airport, be received.
8. MARKHAM ROAD CORRIDOR STUDY (10.8)
Mr. Cal Brook of Brook
McIlroy Inc., Consultants, gave a presentation regarding the Markham Road
Corridor Study. Mr. Brooks reviewed the objectives: to create a community focus
for Armadale; to enhance the urban design of new development; and, to ensure a
pedestrian-friendly streetscape. He described, in detail, a possible community
facility and trail system to take advantage of the stormwater management pond
site.
Mr. Brook presented
options for commercial, or mixed use development. Staff advised that some of
the landowners had indicated support for the mixed use option.
The Ward Councillor
advised public input had indicated enthusiasm for this initiative, and support
for mixed use with appropriate density. Committee was advised the parkette at
the corner of Markham Road and Steeles Avenue may be expanded, and the Fairtree
corner will be enhanced as a gateway. Staff was requested to meet with
Councillor Heath to discuss uses at the intersection of 14th Avenue
and Highway 48. Staff advised the next steps will be to consider and endorse
the consultants' recommendation as the "Vision", then proceed with
implementation of the Secondary Plan and rezoning, in consultation with
landowners.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the presentation
by Mr. Cal Brook of Brook McIlroy Inc., Consultants, regarding the Markham Road
Corridor Study, be received.
9. MAIN STREET MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- September 18, 2002 (16.39)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the minutes of the Main Street
Markham Committee meeting held September 18, 2002, be received for information.
10. REPORT ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD OF OCTOBER 16 TO OCTOBER 30, 2002 (10.0)
RECOMMENDATION:
That
Committee receive the report entitled “Report
on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of October 16, 2002 to October
30, 2002” and direct staff to process the applications in accordance with the
route outlined in the report.
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The
Committee recessed In-camera at 4:48 p.m. to discuss a confidential property
matter.
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The
Committee rose from In-camera at 4:50 p.m. and reported.
11. CONFIDENTIAL PROPERTY MATTER
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Confidential Memorandum
dated October 11, 2002, from the Acting Commissioner of Development Services
relating to Provincial lands in East Markham, be received for information.
Public Meeting
7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber
Attendance
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Councillor
A. Chiu
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V. Shuttleworth, Acting Director
of Planning
J. Bosomworth, Senior Project
Coordinator
S. Heaslip, Senior Project
Coordinator
G. Sellars, Senior 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.
12. KARVON
HOMES LIMITED, 6210, 6220 AND 6230 16TH AVENUE
LOTS 3, 4 AND 5, PLAN 4299,
GREENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY
DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND
IMPLEMENTING ZONING
19TM-02007 (SU 02 113581, ZA 02 113567) (10.5, 10.7)
The Chair advised that the subject
of the Public Meeting this date was to consider application Files SU 02 113581
and ZA 02 113567, submitted by Karvon Homes Limited, for draft plan of
subdivision and implementing zoning by-law for 6210, 6220, and 6230 16th
Avenue.
Committee was advised that 61
notices were mailed on October 30, 2002, and a public meeting sign was posted
on October 25, 2002. There were no written submissions received.
Staff gave a presentation regarding
the proposal, the location, surrounding uses, and proposed uses of the subject
property. Staff advised that the intersection of Williamson Road and 16th
Avenue will be signalized, and there are no plans to develop the church site,
at this time.
Mr. Ed Masongsong, 38 Bryant Road,
stated his concern for traffic generated by the development and the church, and
questioned the timing of development.
Committee discussed the two required
church sites within the plan, expressing concern that a proposal may be
submitted in the future to change the use of this site if a church is not
built. Staff was directed to review the size of the church that can be
accommodated on this site, parking requirements, and alternate uses. Staff was
also directed to review the configuration of the plan to provide a window
streetscape on 16th Avenue, rather than the church. Committee suggested that the adjacent stormwater
management block should be incorporated into a park in conjunction with the
nearby school site.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the deputation by Mr. Ed
Masongsong, regarding concerns for the development proposal by Karvon Homes, be
received;
And that the record of the Public
Meeting held on November 19, 2002, with respect to applications SU 02 113581
and ZA 02 113567 by Karvon Homes Limited for draft plan of subdivision and
amendments to zoning By-laws 304-87 and 177-96, at 6210, 6220, and 6230 16th
Avenue, be received;
And that the applications be
referred back to staff for a report evaluating the proposal.
13. PETER
YOUNG, SOUTHWEST CORNER OF GABLE AVENUE
AND WILLIAM BERCZY BLVD., BERCZY VILLAGE COMMUNITY
ZONING AMENDMENT AND PLAN OF SUBDIVISION APPROVAL
FOR TOWNHOUSES (SU 02 113256, ZA 02 113250) (10.5, 10.7)
Councillor J. Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to
the proposed development by Peter Young at the southwest corner of Gable Avenue
and William Berczy Boulevard, by nature of representing the landowner to the
south of the subject property, and did not take part in the consideration or
discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
The Chair advised that the subject
of the Public Meeting this date was to consider application Files SU 02 113256
and ZA 02 113250, submitted by Peter Young, for draft plan of subdivision and
implementing zoning by-law for the southwest corner of Gable Avenue and William
Berczy Boulevard.
Committee was advised that 144
notices were mailed on October 30, 2002, and a public meeting sign was posted
on October 29, 2002. Committee received correspondence from Helen Lepek of
Lepek Consulting Inc., on behalf of Kindwin Markham Limited, stating concerns.
Staff gave a presentation regarding
the proposal, explaining the location, surrounding uses, and proposed uses of
the subject property, advising that development will not occur until water
allocation is available, and the road and lotting pattern have been confirmed.
Committee discussed the
environmental area of the woodlot and buffer zone.
Mr. Gus Speciale, 104 Thomas Foster
Street, stated that he had not been informed of the proposed townhouses when he
bought his property. He suggested they are not compatible with the existing
single family dwellings.
Mrs. Navine Braganza, 102 Thomas
Foster Street expressed the same concern as Mr. Speciale.
Staff advised that the subject
property has been designated for medium density for many years, and that the
concerns stated at the Public Meeting will be reviewed by staff before a
recommendation to Development Services Committee is made in the new year.
Mr. Vince Naccarato, 59 Bowan Court,
Principle, and Mr. Tony Leganni, who has an interest in the Kindwin Markham
Limited development to the south, explained that the road patterns proposed for
the Peter Young development do not match the adjacent patterns in the Kindwin
development, and are causing a delay to registration of the Kindwin
subdivision. Committee and staff reviewed the blocks of the plan in question,
and the ongoing negotiations to resolve the issue. A meeting of the parties involved is planned for November 22,
2002. Committee directed that staff e-mail the Committee of the results of the
meeting, and, if no resolution is found, that this matter be brought back to
Development Services Committee on December 3, 2002.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the correspondence from Helen
Lepek of Lepek Consulting Inc., on behalf of Kindwin Markham Limited, stating
concerns with respect to the proposed development by Peter Young, be received;
And that the deputations by Mr. Gus
Speciale, Mrs. Navine Braganza, Mr. Vince Naccarato, and Mr. Tony Leganni, be
received;
That the report from Development
Services Commission, dated October 8, 2002, entitled "Applications by
Peter Young for Zoning Amendment and Plan of Subdivision Approval to Permit 42
Townhouse Units at the Southwest Corner of Gable Avenue and William Berczy
Boulevard in Berczy Village Community" be received;
And that the record of the Public
Meeting held on November 19, 2002, with respect to the proposal amendments to
By-laws 304-87 and 177-96, as amended be received;
And further that the application be
referred back to staff for a report evaluating the proposal.
14. MARKHAM
TRAILS, BERCZY VILLAGE COMMUNITY
REVISIONS TO DRAFT APPROVED PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND
ZONING AMENDMENT FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISON
19TM-01008 - PHASE 3 (SU 02 114389, ZA 02 114435) (10.5, 10.7)
The Chair advised that the subject
of the Public Meeting this date was to consider application Files SU 02 114389
and ZA 02 114435, submitted by Markham Trails, for revisions to the draft
approved plan and zoning amendment for Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-01008 -
Phase 3 - Berczy Village Community.
Committee was advised that 116
notices were mailed on October 30, 2002, and a public meeting sign was posted
on October 29, 2002. There were no written submissions received.
Staff gave a presentation regarding
the proposal, explaining the revision to the plan of subdivision, due to new
flood mapping from TRCA for Robinson Creek, and the resulting increase in
developable land. Sixty-two additional units will be built. When question,
staff advised that parkland is dealt with collectively in the Berczy Community,
the parkland dedication requirements are not affected. Staff advised that
authorization to approve revisions to draft approved plans of subdivision is
delegated to staff.
Staff advised that TRCA has
confirmed the adjustments, and that water allocation is available for the
subdivision, but a 'Hold' will be placed on other blocks until more allocation
is available.
Committee discussed negotiations to
acquire lands for a portion of Castlemore Avenue and the developers
responsibilities for costs. Mr. Gabe DiMartino, representing the applicant,
Markham Trails, stated their agreement to pay legal costs and convey the land
to the Town, but could not comment on actual land costs. Staff was directed to
review this issue, including whether a Letter of Credit may be requested, and
to provide an update to Committee by e-mail, or return the matter to Development
Services Committee, if necessary. Committee also requested a copy of the letter
from TRCA.
There were no comments from the
audience with respect to this application.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the report from Development
Services Commission, dated October 8, 2002, entitled "Applications by
Markham Trails for Revisions to the Draft Approved Plan and Zoning Amendment
for Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-01008 - Phase 3 - Berczy Village
Community" be received;
And that the record of the Public
Meeting held on November 19, 2002, with respect to the proposal amendments to
By-laws 304-87 and 177-96, as amended be received;
And further that the application be
referred back to staff for a report evaluating the proposal.
ADJOURNMENT