HERITAGE
TOWN OF
MINUTES
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Members |
Regrets |
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Councillor Valerie Burke Susan Casella Ted Chisholm Judith Dawson Deirdre Kavanagh |
Richard Morales Regional Councillor Joe Virgilio |
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Jeanne Ker-Hornell James Makaruk, Vice Chair Councillor Carolina Moretti Sylvia Morris |
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Barry Nelson, Chair Ronald Waine |
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Regan Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
George Duncan, Senior Heritage Planner
Kitty Bavington, Committee Clerk
Barry Nelson, Chair, convened the meeting
at 7:20 p.m. by asking for any declarations of interest with respect to items
on the agenda.
Susan Casella disclosed an interest with
respect to item # 4, 41 Albert Street, by nature of being the property owner,
and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of the
approval of such matter.
Councillor Carolina Moretti disclosed an
interest with respect to items # 5, 20 Peter Street, and item # 19, 50 Peter
Street, by nature of her son living on Peter Street, and did not take part in
the discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matters.
Councillor Carolina Moretti disclosed an
interest with respect to item # 16, 9451 Kennedy Road, by nature of her son
being employed by the applicant, and did not take part in the discussion of or
vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
Councillor Valerie Burke disclosed an
interest with respect to item # 16, 9451 Kennedy Road, by nature of a legal
matter, and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of
the approval of such matter.
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA (16.11)
A) Addendum
Agenda
B) New Business from Committee Members
- Cultural
Master Plan Advisory Committee
HERITAGE
THAT the
Heritage Markham agenda be approved.
CARRIED
2. MINUTES
OF THE APRIL 14, 2010
HERITAGE MARKHM COMMITTEE (16.11)
It was noted that Item # 3
was deferred to May, 2010.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT the Minutes of the Heritage Markham
meeting held on April 14, 2010 be received as amended, and adopted.
CARRIED
3. PRE-CONSULATION
FILE NO. PRE 10 113731
7681 YONGE STREET
SCOTIABANK EXPANSION
& FAÇADE IMPROVEMENTS (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
G.
Duncan, Senior Heritage Planner
The Senior Heritage Planner introduced this
proposal to expand and update the look of the Scotiabank branch at 7681 Yonge
Street. The site plan application for this property will be coming forward to
the Committee at a later date.
Lawrence Malek of Sirlin Giller & Malek
Architects, and David Eckler of AREA Architects, were
in attendance to describe the proposal and to answer questions. They displayed two
site plan and elevation options. Both options would see the infilling of the
current entry foyer, the introduction of windows on the south wall and the
introduction of a proposed corner signage tower with a non-illuminated logo. In
both options, it was indicated that the existing brick throughout the plaza
would be dyed a red colour. The existing roof would remain, as would the two
existing Scotiabank illuminated sign boxes.
Two options were presented for the
treatment of the proposed tower: one using a Trespa panel and the other using a
red brick. The Committee noted the brick on the townhouses at Bullock Drive and
Main Street North would be an appropriate colour. Staff suggested the brick
colour could be presented to the Committee before it is approved.
The Committee requested that the south
elevation windows be made more sympathetic to the heritage district by adding
muntin bars, and recommended a historical look would be more appropriate than
the contemporary look being proposed by the applicants. Concern was expressed
for the height, massing, and design of the tower.
The applicants confirmed that they would be
open to discussions for landscape improvements. It was suggested that the ground
signage for the entire plaza that is in disrepair presents an opportunity to
replace it with heritage signage. The applicants confirmed that the existing signs
on Scotiabank are lit and are to remain internally illuminated but the tower
logo would not be illuminated.
The Committee acknowledged correspondence
from David Jordon, President of the Thornhill Conservation District Ratepayers
Association, indicating support for the improvements
to the property.
The Committee indicated overall support for
the improvements to the property, and detailed suggestions for design
improvements.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT Heritage Markham has the following
comments on the proposed changes to the Scotiabank branch at 7681 Yonge Street:
-
add muntin bars or other
treatment to south elevation windows to make them more sympathetic to the
heritage district;
-
modify the design of the tower
to reduce the impact of height and massing;
-
prefer the use of an
appropriate terra-cotta colour of brick;
-
examine the potential for more
heritage friendly signage on the bank and at the plaza;
AND THAT the correspondence from the Thornhill
Conservation District Ratepayers Association be
received as information.
CARRIED
4. DEMOLITION PERMIT APPLICATION
41 ALBERT STREET
GARAGE DEMOLITION (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
Susan Casella disclosed an interest with
respect to item # 4, 41 Albert Street, by nature of being the property owner,
and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of the
approval of such matter.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to
the demolition of the 1950s era frame garage at 41 Albert Street.
CARRIED
5. SITE PLAN CONTROAL APPLICATION
FILE NO. SC 10 111677
20 PETER STREET
STAFF RESOLUTION OF TREE ISSUE
(16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
P.
Wokral, Heritage Planner
Councillor Carolina Moretti disclosed an
interest with respect to 20 Peter Street, by nature of her son living on Peter
Street, and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of
the approval of such matter.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT Heritage Markham receive
the update regarding the removal of the ironwood tree at 20 Peter Street as
information.
CARRIED
6. HERITAGE
PERMIT APPLICATION
FILE NO. HE 10 114430
5 JERMAN STREET
NEW WINDOWS AND
DOORS,
NON –HERITAGE HOUSE (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
G.
Duncan, Heritage Planner
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT
CARRIED
7. HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATION
FILE NO. HE 10 114548
12 WISMER PLACE
VENT FOR GAS FIREPLACE (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT
CARRIED
8. 26 LANGSTAFF ROAD
HERITAGE BUILDING EVALUATION (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
D.
Miller, Senior Project Coordinator, Langstaff
HERITAGE
MARKHAM RECOMMENDS
THAT
Heritage Markham accepts the preliminary Group 2 evaluation for 26 Langstaff
Road pending the receipt of
the consultant report prepared on behalf of the Ontario Realty Corporation;
AND THAT the evaluation be
updated when the consultant report is available.
CARRIED
9. CORRESPONDENCE
(16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
HERITAGE
MARKHAM RECOMMENDS
THAT the
following correspondence be received:
A)
Edifice Old Home: Issue # 23,
2010;
B)
Ontario Heritage Trust: Notice
of Ontario Heritage Conference, Chatham – Kent, June 11-13, 2010;
C)
Toronto Historical Association:
May, 2010 Newsletter;
D)
Stiver Mill Community Visioning
Workshop: May 15, 2010;
CARRIED
10. COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
CONSENT APPLICATION
14 RAMONA BOULEVARD
FILE NO. B/12/10
PROPOSED SEVERANCE (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager
of Heritage Planning
R.
Cefaratti, Committee of Adjustment
The Senior Heritage Planner advised that
this severance application was before the Committee in April, 2010, and the
Committee had indicated concerns for the proposed lot configuration and tree
preservation. Staff have worked with the applicant and revised
plans were displayed. The amended configuration provides a wider separation
between the heritage dwelling and a future dwelling on the new lot, and will
have a smaller impact on the existing trees on the retained lot.
Russ Gregory, agent, and Joyce Pente, the
applicant were in attendance, and explained the revised proposal.
The Committee expressed concern for the size,
massing, and scale of new infill housing that is occurring in the area. Staff
discussed infill provisions, and recommendations that will be made to the
Committee of Adjustment to address this issue.
The Committee agreed that the revisions are
positive, and noted that the severance impacts the rear of the heritage house
rather than the front. The Committee thanked the applicant for being
considerate of tree preservation and for consulting with the neighbours.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to
the revised Consent Application B/12/10 for 14 Ramona Boulevard, subject to the
following conditions to be included in the approval:
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a Heritage Conservation
Easement for the heritage building;
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Site Plan Approval be required
for construction on the severed and retained lots;
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The height of the new house on
the severed lot to be no higher than the roof peak of the heritage house;
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The driveway access on the
severed lot be on the west side of the property;
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A detached garage be required
on the severed lot;
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The front of the new house on
the severed lot, including a front porch, be no further forward than the south east
corner of the brick portion of the rear (east) wing of the heritage house;
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A 0.3 metre reserve be dedicated to the Town of Markham across the front of the
retained lot, between the east property boundary and the eastern edge of the
westernmost driveway.
CARRIED
11. HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATION
104 JOHN STREET
DRIVEWAY RESURFACING
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager
of Heritage Planning
G. Duncan, Heritage Planner
The Senior Heritage Planner explained the
Property Standards issues relating to the driveway, fence, and property
clean-up.
The Chair read correspondence from two
neighbouring residents, with concerns and comments. It was noted that this
property has caused some concerns in the neighbourhood, and a meeting with the
owner would be beneficial to discuss numerous issues. The Committee discussed
the driveway configuration, the two driveway entrances, the location and size
of the fence, and other issues.
A motion to refer this to the Architectural
Sub-Committee was lost. The Ward Councillor and staff agreed to meet with the
owner. Staff advised that the owner appears to be amiable to suggestions and
eager to work with the community. The Committee directed that an update be
provided at a future Committee meeting.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT correspondence from are residents
Judson Whiteside and Elena Bevilacqua, with comments regarding 104 John Street,
be received;
AND THAT the Ward Councillor and one member
of Heritage Section Staff meet with the homeowner of 104 John Street, regarding
the Heritage Permit for driveway re-surfacing and fencing;
AND THAT authority to approve on behalf of
Heritage Markham be delegated to the Ward Councillor
and Heritage Section Staff, taking into consideration the comments of
neighbours and the Committee.
CARRIED
12. REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK
190 MAIN STREET NORTH
PROPOSED REPLICATION OF VERANDA (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
P. Wokral, Heritage Planner
The Senior Heritage Planner introduced this
item and explained that the owner believes the wooden components of the front
porch have deteriorated to the point where they have become a hazard.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT the Architectural Review Sub-Committee
conduct a site visit to 190 Main St. N to determine whether the wooden
components of the veranda can be restored (or could be salvaged) with the
authority to approve on behalf of Heritage Markham;
AND THAT approval of any future site plan
application or building permit related to the veranda at 190 Main St. N. be delegated to Heritage Section Staff for approval
following the site visit of the Architectural Review Sub-Committee of Heritage
Markham.
CARRIED
13. SITE PLAN APPROVAL APPLICATION
FILE NO. SC 10 114228
27 VICTORIA AVENUE
NEW SCREEN DECK (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
G. Duncan, Senior Heritage Planner
The Senior Heritage Planner advised that
this proposal had been before the Committee previously. The applicant has
conformed with the recommendations of the Committee
and has now submitted a site plan application.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT
CARRIED
14. SITE
PLAN APPROVAL APPLICATION
11 CHURCH STREET, MARKHAM
PUBLIC WASHROOMS (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
The Manager of Heritage Planning explained
the proposal for a public washroom structure on Church Street, and displayed
renderings. Staff outlined proposed amendments to the design details and confirmed
that the building will be accessible.
The Committee expressed appreciation to
staff for their extensive work on this project.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to
the design of the public washrooms for Markham Village subject to the
following:
CARRIED
15. SITE PLAN APPROVAL APPLICATION
FILE NO. SC 112454
100 JOHN STREET
UPDATE ON FENCE ISSUES (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager
of Heritage Planning
P.
Wokral, Heritage Planner
B.
Wiles, Manager, Enforcement and Licensing
The Manager of Heritage Planning explained
this application and the recommended amendments to the proposal.
The Committee discussed flankage and fence
issues and configuration of the lot. It was agreed that the fence on the
western boundary of the front yard should be adjusted to meet the By-law
regulations.
HERITAGE
MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT Heritage Markham receive
the update provided by Staff regarding the fence issues at 100 John St. as
information;
AND THAT it be
recommended to Markham’s By-law Enforcement staff, that the provisions of the
Fence By-law be upheld and enforced.
CARRIED
16. COMMUNITY DESIGN PLAN
9451 KENNEDY ROAD
UPPER UNIONVILLE COMMUNITY (BECKETT FARM) (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
R. Blake,
Manager, Development-West
Councillor Carolina Moretti disclosed an
interest with respect to 9451 Kennedy Road, by nature of her son being employed
by the applicant, and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the
question of the approval of such matter.
Councillor Valerie Burke disclosed an
interest with respect to 9451 Kennedy Road, by nature of a legal matter, and
did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of the approval
of such matter.
The Manager of Heritage Planning gave an
update on this matter. The Eckardt house would remain at the same location, in public
ownership. Concern was noted that the house should be restored rather than
staying vacant and deteriorating.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT
Ø Review the road pattern to determine if the actual front of the Beckett
Farm House can face onto a public right-of-way as opposed to a side lot
situation;
Ø Recommend in the Plan that the Beckett Farm House be protected
through heritage designation and a heritage easement agreement;
Ø The spelling of “Eckhardt” be corrected to “Eckardt”;
Ø Recommend that the barn structures on the property be documented and
offered for salvage prior to their removal;
AND THAT if the Town
takes ownership of the house, that:
Ø
money be allocated for its restoration;
Ø
restoration be implemented in a
timely manner;
Ø
consideration be given to appointing stewardship to a Heritage organization.
CARRIED
17. CONFERENCES
ONTARIO HERITAGE CONFERENCE
CHATHAM/KENT
JUNE 11-13, 2010 (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage Planning
P. Wokral,
Heritage Planner
HERITAGE MARKHAM
RECOMMENDS:
THAT Barry Nelson
and Deirdre Kavanagh represent Heritage Markham at the 2010 Ontario Heritage
Conference in Chatham-Kent:
AND THAT the cost
of registration and mileage for these representatives be
paid from the Heritage Markham Budget (Technical Workshops- Training for
Volunteers).
CARRIED
18. POLICY
REVIEW
WINDOW POLICY
– MARKHAM HERITAGE ESTATES (16.11)
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage Planning
The Manger of
Heritage Planning provided an update on this issue. A separate Architectural
Review Sub-Committee meeting will be held to deal with this issue. Staff will
notify the concerned resident.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT an
Architectural Review Sub-Committee meeting be held on Wednesday, June 9, 2010,
at 6:00 p.m., prior to the Heritage Markham meeting, to discuss and review the
Markham Heritage Estates window policy.
AND THAT staff
forward background material for committee member review prior to the meeting.
CARRIED
19. SITE PLAN CONTROL APPLICATION
PROPOSED GARAGE
50 PETER STREET,
MARKHAM
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage Planning
G. Duncan,
Senior Heritage Planner
Councillor Carolina Moretti disclosed an
interest with respect to 50 Peter Street, by nature of her son living on Peter
Street, and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of
the approval of such matters.
The Senior Heritage Planner introduced this
item and discussed the issues of concern. The Committee discussed vegetation on
the property and past alterations to the veranda.
HERITAGE
MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT
Heritage Markham has no objection to the proposed design of the garage at 50
Peter Street, Markham and delegates the determination of building placement to
Heritage Section staff.
CARRIED
20. DEMOLITION
PERMIT APPLICATION
DETACHED GARAGE
29 WASHINGTON
STREET, MARKHAM
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
Building
Standards Counter
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT
CARRIED
21. INFORMATION
MARKHAM HISTORICAL TOUR – MAY 26, 2010
ROUGE PARK
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
HERITAGE
MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT Heritage Markham receive as information.
CARRIED
22. STIVER
MILL VISION WORKSHOP
SATURDAY MAY 15, 2010 – 9-NOON
HISTORIC UNIONVILLE TRAIN STATION
Extracts: R. Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage
Planning
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT Heritage Markham receive as information
CARRIED
23. NEW BUSINESS
CULTURAL MASTER PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Staff advised that the Director of Culture has
requested that a member of the Heritage Markham Committee participate on the
new Cultural Master Plan Advisory Committee. There were several volunteers, and
staff were requested to enquire if more than one
Heritage Markham member could participate.
HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:
THAT Judith Dawson be
appointed as the Heritage Markham representative of the Cultural Master Plan
Advisory Committee;
AND THAT if additional representatives can be
appointed, that Deirdre Kavanagh and Barry Nelson be appointed.
CARRIED
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.