MINUTES
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PUBLIC MEETING
NOVEMBER 3, 2009 - 7:00 p.m.
Council
Chamber
Meeting No. 13
All
Members of Council
Development
Services
Chair: Councillor J. Webster
Vice-Chair: Councillor D. Horchik
Attendance
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Councillor A. Chiu
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J. Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services
D. Cheng, Senior Planner
R. Kendall,
Manager, Central District
J. Bosomworth, Manager Strategy
& Innovation
C. Bird, Manager Plans Review
E. Mak, Planner
A. Tari, Committee Clerk
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The Development Services
Public Meeting convened at 7:00 PM in the Council Chamber with Councillor
J. Webster in the Chair.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None disclosed.
1. AMENDMENTS
TO DEVELOPMENT FEE,
BUILDING FEE AND TOWN WIDE FEE
BY-LAWS
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
COMMISSION (10.0, 7.0)
Report Attachment
A
Mr. Jim Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date
was to consider a proposal to amend or replace three fee by-laws. He
advised that this is a regular review during the budget process.
The Committee Clerk advised that notice was published in the Markham
Economist and Sun, Markham Page on October 8, 2009.
Staff delivered a brief PowerPoint presentation regarding the three fee
by-law update and highlighted the proposed changes.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this
application.
There was discussion regarding the cost increase with
respect to major development applications.
Staff indicated that they are proposing to lower the application fee of
site plan applications.
The Committee discussed looking at providing a
reduction in the application fees for residential developments that are
incorporating sustainable initiatives such as solar panels.
The Committee stated concern with respect to the
proposed decrease in fees for changes to existing parking lots under site plan
control, that it could be perceived as an incentive to increase the parking lot
capacity. Staff advised that any changes
to parking lots would be reviewed by our Engineering Department to ensure it
meets the required criteria.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
1) That the Record of the Public Meeting held on November 3,
2009, with respect to the proposed amendments to the Development, Building
and Town Wide Fee By-laws be received; and,
2) That the amendment to
the “Tariff of Fees for Processing Planning Applications,” By-law 211-83,
substantially in the form attached as Attachment "A", be enacted;
and,
3) That By-law 2008-258 be
repealed and the attached “By-law respecting Construction, Demolition and
Change of Use Permits and Inspections,” attached as Attachment “B”, be enacted;
and,
4) That the amendment to
Town Wide By-law 2002-276, substantially in the form attached as Attachment
“C”, be enacted; and further,
5) That the By-laws come
into force and take effect on January 1, 2010.
CARRIED
2. SCARDRED
7 COMPANY LIMITED
4038 HIGHWAY 7
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN
AND ZONING BY-LAW
AMENDMENT TO PERMIT ADDITIONAL
COMMERCIAL
USES IN TWO EXISTING
COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
(FORMER WHITE ROSE NURSERIES GARDEN
CENTRE
AND HEAD OFFICE)
(OP 09 116642 AND ZA 09
116689) (10.3, 10.5)
Report Attachment
Mr. Baird advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by Scardred 7 Company Limited for Official
Plan and Zoning By-law amendment to permit a broader range of retail and
commercial uses (former White Rose Nurseries garden centre and head office) (OP
09 116642 and ZA 09 116689).
The Committee Clerk advised that 62 notices were mailed on October 14, 2009, and a Public
Meeting sign was posted on October 10,
2009. No written submissions
were received regarding this proposal.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location,
surrounding uses, outstanding concerns and issues.
The Committee discussed the following issues and
concerns related to the proposal at 4038 Highway 7:
- Would this
proposal be permitted to build higher commercial buildings
- Road pattern
(would there be any connection to Ferrah
Street
- Would a
traffic light be installed
- How long
would this permitted use continue for
- Proposal is
not transit friendly
- Impact on
existing residential community
- Why not move
forward in developing the site with mixed residential since the service
allocation will be available in very near future
Staff advised that they have concerns with this
proposal that will permit a broader range of retail and commercial uses and
with the precedent it could create for the area. Staff indicated that the height and density
restrictions are already in place.
Mr. Moiz Behar, MBPD Inc., on behalf of the applicant,
addressed the Committee to provide some additional background and history for
the property at 4038 Highway 7. He
indicated that this proposal is to improve the existing footprint and that
there would not be an additional height added to the buildings at this
time. Mr. Behar advised the Committee
that they have been involved with the Precinct Plan process and in the
long-term are agreeable to comply with the developing Precinct Plan. He believes that in order to keep the
existing location viable the list of uses needs to be broadened. Mr. Mohar confirmed that their traffic
consultants have recommended that a traffic light be installed.
Ms. Ann Laxton, Unionville Ratepayers Association and
Unionville Villagers’ Association, addressed the Committee with respect to the
applications submitted by Scardred 7 Company Limited advising that they do not
have enough information to form an opinion.
She also requested that staff provide a definition of ‘urban boulevard.’
Mr. James Reinnger, Whiterose Investments, addressed
the Committee regarding the proposals for 4038 Highway 7 stating he is not in
support. He indicated that they would prefer
to move forward and develop the lands with mixed residential.
Ms. Suzanne Li, 46
Ferrah Street, addressed the Committee with
respect to the applications for 4038 Highway 7 stating concerns. She is concerned with the potential garbage
issues associated with restaurants and take-out restaurants.
Mr. Robert Kodlovski, 34
Ferrah Street, addressed the Committee regarding
the proposals for 4038 Highway 7 stating concerns. He is concerned with the potential increase with
traffic on Ferrah Street
and believes that this proposal will change the dynamics of his street.
Staff advised that Ferrah
Street will not be extended as a result of these
applications. Staff indicated that the
urban boulevard for Highway 7 essentially means a transformation from an
interregional highway to a major urban feel that includes buildings at the
street edge, enhanced landscaping, public sidewalks and public spaces.
The Committee discussed the late 1990 Ontario
Municipal Board (OMB) decisions for the northeast and northwest properties at Village
Parkway and Highway 7.
Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
1) That the staff report dated September 8, 2009, entitled
“Scardred 7 Company Limited, 4038 Highway 7, Applications for official plan and
zoning by-law amendment to permit additional commercial uses in two existing
commercial buildings (former White Rose Nurseries garden centre and head
office), File Nos. OP 09 116642 and ZA 09 116689,” be received; and,
2) That the Record of the Public Meeting held on November 3,
2009 with respect to the proposed amendments, be received; and,
3) That staff be directed to prepare a recommendation report
for the applications submitted by Scardred 7 Company Limited; and further,
4) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
3. DIGRAM
DEVELOPMENTS INC.
APPLICATIONS FOR DRAFT PLAN OF
SUBDIVISION
AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
(19TM-09004)
EAST OF HIGHWAY 48 AND SOUTH
OF MAJOR MACKENZIE DRIVE
(ZA 09-122311 AND SU 09-122312)
(10.7, 10.5)
Report Attachment
Mr. Baird advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to
consider an application submitted by Digram Developments Inc. for Draft Plan of
Subdivision and Zoning By-law amendment, east of Highway 48 and south of Major
Mackenzie Drive (ZA 09-122311 and SU 09-122312).
The Committee Clerk advised that 38 notices were mailed on October 14, 2009, and a Public
Meeting sign was posted on October 13,
2009. No written submissions
were received regarding this proposal.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location,
surrounding uses and outstanding issues.
The Committee suggested that the recommendation report provide an
option to alleviate the potential infiltration of traffic on the proposed
roadway that extends from Major
Mackenzie Drive down to Donald
Cousens Parkway.
The Committee suggested that staff engage in discussions with the
applicant to explore whether the proposal can be altered to accommodate the
existing trees on the property. Staff
agreed to have those discussions and indicated that a complete tree inventory
of the site will be required.
The Committee discussed the future development of the lands to the west
of the subject property and the need for an enhanced interface. Staff confirmed that there will not be any
vehicular connection to that site but will work on a pedestrian connectivity.
Mr. Frank Bucys, on behalf of his parents who own the lands adjacent to
the subject property, addressed the Committee stating some concerns. He is concerned that the proposed Community
Design Plan shows part of their property as parkland and would like to have the
opportunity to provide input. Mr. Bucys
advised that the proposal being considered tonight has never been discussed
with his parents and that the developer has only offered to purchase his
parent’s property.
Staff advised that this is at the preliminary stages and agreed that
future discussions should include the applicant, consultant team and the Bucys
family.
Ms. Sandra Wiles, KLM Planning, on behalf of the applicant, addressed
the Committee regarding the Digram Development Inc. proposals. She advised that there are a number of
studies completed for the site that would address many of the concerns. Ms. Wiles stated that she will continue to
work with Town staff and the Busys Family.
Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Virgilio
1) That the report dated October 6, 2009 entitled “Preliminary
Report, Digram Developments Inc. Applications for Draft Plan of Subdivision and
Zoning By-law Amendment (19TM-09004), East of Highway 48 and south of Major
Mackenzie Drive, File Numbers ZA 09-122311 and SU 09-122312” be received; and,
2) That the Record of the Public Meeting held on November 3,
2009, with respect to the applications by Digram Developments Inc. for Draft
Plan of Subdivision (19TM-09004) and Zoning By-law Amendment, be received; and
further,
3) That staff be directed to prepare a recommendation report
for the applications by Digram Developments Inc. for Draft Plan of Subdivision
(19TM-09004) and Zoning By-law Amendment.
CARRIED
4. DANVEST
WISMER INVESTMENTS LIMITED PHASE 3
APPLICATIONS FOR DRAFT PLAN OF
SUBDIVISION
AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
(19TM-02009)
EAST OF MCCOWAN ROAD AND SOUTH
OF
MAJOR MACKENZIE DRIVE
WISMER COMMONS COMMUNITY
(ZA 09-123881 AND SU
02-115478-002) (10.7, 10.5)
Report Attachment
The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was
to consider an application submitted by Danvest Wismer Investments
Limited/Dovcom Realty Inc. (Phase 3) for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning
By-law amendment, east of McCowan Road and south of Major Mackenzie Drive (ZA
09-123881 and SU 02-115478-002).
The Committee Clerk advised that 608 notices were mailed on October 14, 2009, and a Public
Meeting sign was posted on October 13,
2009. No written submissions
were received regarding this proposal.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location,
surrounding uses and next steps.
The Committee requested that staff engage in discussions with the
applicant to try and incorporate environmental aspects into the development
such as solar ready and energy star.
Mr. Roberto Nardi, 43 Florelle
Drive, addressed the Committee with respect to the
applications from Danvest Wismer Investments Limited (Phase 3) stating some
concerns. He believes this proposal will
increase the traffic in an area where traffic congestion exists currently. Mr. Nardi is also concerned with the potential
increase of street parking.
Moved by Councillor C. Moretti
Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon
1) That the report dated
October 6, 2009 entitled “Preliminary Report, Danvest Wismer Investments
Limited Phase 3, Applications for Draft Plan of Subdivision (19TM-02009) and
Zoning By-law Amendment, East of McCowan Road and south of Major Mackenzie
Drive, File Numbers ZA 09-123881 and SU 02-115478-002” be received; and,
2) That the Record of the
Public Meeting held on November 3, 2009, with respect to the applications by
Danvest Wismer Investments Limited Phase 3, for Draft Plan of Subdivision
(19TM-02009)and Zoning By-law Amendment, be received; and,
3) That upon completion of
the review and evaluation by staff of the applications by Danvest Wismer
Investments Limited Phase 3 for Draft Plan of Subdivision (19TM-02009) and
Zoning By-law Amendment, and if there are no outstanding issues, the draft plan
be approved in accordance with the Delegation By-law; and further,
4) That upon issuance of
draft plan approval, the implementing zoning by-laws be enacted without further
notice.
CARRIED
5. AMICA
(SWAN LAKE) CORPORATION
APPLICATION FOR OFFICIAL PLAN
AMENDMENT
AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO
PERMIT
A 4-STOREY RETIREMENT HOME AT
6380 16TH AVENUE EAST
OF HIGHWAY 48
(OP 09 118339, ZA 09 118346) (10.3,
10.5)
Report Attachment
The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was
to consider an application submitted by Amica (Swan Lake) Corporation for
Official Plan amendment and Zoning By-law amendment to permit a 4-storey retirement
home at 6380 16th Avenue, east of Highway 48 (OP 09 118339 and ZA 09
118346).
The Committee Clerk advised that 266 notices were mailed on October 14, 2009, and a Public
Meeting sign was posted on October 13,
2009. One written submission
was received regarding this proposal.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location,
surrounding uses and outstanding issues.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this
application.
There was brief discussion regarding the proposed building heights and
setbacks. The Committee discussed the
importance of maintaining public access to Swan
Lake.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Virgilio
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the correspondence from Ms. Verna Hallworth, 28 Kingfisher Cove,
be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
Seconded by Mayor F. Scarpitti
1) That the Development Services Commission report dated
September 22, 2009, entitled “INFORMATION REPORT, Amica (Swan Lake)
Corporation, Application for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law
Amendment to permit a 4-storey retirement home at 6380 16th Avenue, east of
Highway 48, File Numbers: OP 09 118339,
ZA 09 118346” be received; and,
2) That the Record of the Public Meeting held on November 3,
2009, with respect to “Amica (Swan Lake) Corporation, Official Plan and Zoning By-law
Amendment to permit a 4-storey retirement home at 6380 16th Avenue (OP
09 118339 & ZA 09 118346)”,
be received; and further,
3) That staff be directed to prepare a recommendation report
for the Amica (Swan Lake) Corporation to amend
the Official Plan and Zoning By-law 177-96, as amended.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services
Public Meeting adjourned at 9:36 PM.