Meeting No. 18

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting held October 17, 2006, be confirmed.

CARRIED

6. HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- October 11, 2006 (16.11)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the minutes of the Heritage Markham Committee meeting held October 11, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

7. MARKHAM PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE
- October 11, 2006 (16.34)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the minutes of the Markham Public Art Advisory Committee meeting held October 11, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

8. MAIN STREET MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- October 18, 2006 (16.39)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the minutes of the Main Street Markham Committee meeting held October 18, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

9. CORNELL ADVISORY GROUP MINUTES
- September 11, 2006 (16.34)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the minutes of the Cornell Advisory Group meeting held September 11, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

10. REPORT ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD OF SEPTEMBER 23, 2006 TO OCTOBER 13, 2006 (10.0)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That Committee receive the report entitled “Report on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of September 23, 2006 to October 13, 2006” and direct staff to process the applications in accordance with the route outlined in the report.

CARRIED

11. DELEGATED APPROVALS UNDER BY-LAW 2002-202
(DM 2001-03) (10.6)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That Council be advised that in accordance with Delegation By-law 2002-202, and additional site specific delegations authorized by Development Services Committee, the Commissioner of Development Services or the Director of Planning and Urban Design have approved applications listed in the report dated November 21, 2006.

CARRIED

12.       MATRUNDOLA, BLACKMORE, PACITTO AND RIZZI
            NORTH OF EDWARD JEFFREYS AVENUE, WEST OF
            HIGHWAY 48, WISMER COMMONS COMMUNITY
            PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND IMPLEMENTING ZONING
            BY-LAW AMENDMENT (SU 02 111460 (19TM-95081), ZA 02 111457) (10.5, 10.7)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That a public meeting be held to consider the applications submitted by Matrundola, Blackmore, Pacitto and Rizzi for draft plan of subdivision (19TM-95081) approval and an implementing zoning by-law amendment to permit a plan of subdivision within the Wismer Commons community.

CARRIED

13.       NEAMSBY INVESTMENTS INC.,
            298 OLD KENNEDY ROAD, MILLIKEN MAIN STREET
            RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION (19TM-06013) (SU.06-121933) (10.7)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the Draft Plan of Subdivision application (SU 06 121933), submitted by Neamsby Investments Inc. to permit 50 apartment units, 2 semi-detached units, a park block, and school block at 298 Old Kennedy Road.

CARRIED

14.       TOWN TRANSFER OF UTILITY EASEMENTS
            TO ENBRIDGE GAS AND POWER STREAM
            LINDVEST PROPERTIES (CORNELL) LTD., PHASE 2 (8.1)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the report entitled “Town Transfer of Utility Easements to Enbridge Gas and Power Stream, Lindvest Properties (Cornell) Ltd., Phase 2”, dated November 21, 2006 be received;

And that a by-law be enacted authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute the conveyance of easements to Enbridge Gas and Power Stream in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor over parts of Block 263, Plan 65M-3840, designated as Parts 4, 5 and 6, on a reference plan to be registered and Block 258, Plan 65M-3840, designated as Part 13 on the same reference plan to be registered;

And that such easements be subject to the following:

a) A payment of $2,000.00 plus G.S.T. in total for Engineering fees (account # 640-9988862);

b) A payment of $1,000.00 plus G.S.T. for Legal expenses plus disbursements (account #300 300 8899);

c) A payment of $10,000.00 representing the market land value of the easements and as compensation for the installation of underground utility infrastructure by Power Stream over Town owned Block 258 in support of the development of Lindvest Properties Phase 2 plan of subdivision;

And further that the $10,000.00 compensation payment be transferred to the Life Cycle reserve fund (account # 87 2800 200) to fund a future capital project for park improvements on Block 258.

CARRIED

15.       BUR OAK AVENUE/HIGHWAY 7 INTERSECTION
            LAND TRANSFER TO THE MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION
            AND TOWN (8.7)

In response to Committee’s inquiries, staff provided clarification on the 4 –way intersection, and advised that the By-pass will be opened by the target date at the end of year, with completion by next year.

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That the report entitled “Bur Oak Avenue/Highway 7 Intersection Land Transfer to the Ministry of Transportation and Town”, dated November 21, 2006 be received;

And that a portion of Part 6 on Plan 65R-27775, designated as Parts 1 and 2 on a reference plan to be registered be declared surplus as required by By-Law 178-96;

And that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute all documents necessary to convey these surplus lands to the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) for nominal consideration and in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor;

And that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute all necessary documents to have Parts 7, 8, 9 and 11 on a reference plan to be registered, conveyed to the Town, in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor, for the right-of-way of Bur Oak Avenue extension south of Highway 7;

And that the requirement to transfer these parcels of land to the Town be included in the Bur Oak Avenue extension development agreement;

And that a by-law be enacted by Council to establish Parts 3 and 9 on the same reference plan to be registered as part of Bur Oak Avenue;

And that the Mayor and Clerk at the time of Transfer of Highway 7 jurisdiction from the MTO to the Region of York be authorized to execute all documents necessary to convey Parts 3, 4, 7, 8, 9 and 11 to the Region as part of the Highway 7 right-of-way;

And that staff be authorized to do all things necessary, including execution of documents, to give effect to this report.

CARRIED

16.       MONARCH CORPORATION – CATHEDRAL TOWN
            SOUTH PHASE II, PART LOT 22, CONCESSION 3
            WEST CATHEDRAL COMMUNITY
            IMPLEMENTING ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
            (ZA 05 011385, SU 05 011381) (10.5, 10.7)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the attached draft zoning by-law amendments be enacted;

And that Council be advised that staff approval of the red line revisions to draft plan of subdivision 19TM-05009 (Phase II) will follow enactment of the zoning by-laws.

CARRIED

17.       LAKEVIEW HOMES – MAJORWOODS SUBDIVISION
            PHASE II, PART LOT 21, CONCESSION 3
            WEST CATHEDRAL COMMUNITY
            IMPLEMENTING ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
            (ZA 02 118517) (10.5)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the attached draft zoning by-law amendments be enacted;

And that Council be advised that staff approval of the red line revisions to draft plan of subdivision 19TM-02015 (Phase II) will follow enactment of the zoning by-laws.

CARRIED

18.       ROMAN STABLES – MONARCH CORPORATION
            NORTH SIDE OF ELGIN MILLS ROAD, WEST OF
            WOODBINE AVENUE, CATHEDRAL COMMUNITY (19TM-05006)
            IMPLEMENTING ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
            (ZA 05 010968, SU 05 010966) (10.5, 10,7)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the attached draft zoning by-law amendments be enacted;

And that Council be advised that staff approval of the red line revisions to draft plan of subdivision 19TM-05006 (Phase II) will follow enactment of the zoning by-laws.

CARRIED

19.       CLOSURE OF TEMPORARY SECTION OF
            RIVERLANDS AVENUE, EAST OF BUR OAK AVENUE
            IN THE CORNELL COMMUNITY (5.17)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the November 21, 2006, report entitled “Closure of Temporary Section of Riverlands Avenue east of Bur Oak Avenue in the Cornell Community,” be received;

And that Parts 2 to 5 inclusive and Part 10 on Plan 65R-28526 be declared surplus;

And that a by-law be enacted on Council’s November 28, 2006 meeting, to stop up and close part of Riverlands Avenue, being Parts 2 to 5 inclusive and Part 10 on Plan 65R-28526 as described in Attachment “B”, upon completion and opening of Bur Oak Avenue to Highway 7;

And that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute all related documents necessary, in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor to convey Parts 2 to 5 inclusive and Part 10 on Plan 65R-28526 to Wykland Estates Inc. for nominal consideration;

And that Wykland Estates Inc. pay the following to the Legal Department to compensate for all municipal processing costs:

d) A payment of $2,000.00 for Engineering fees; and

e) A payment of $1,000.00 plus G.S.T. for Legal expenses plus disbursements.

CARRIED

20.       DENSITY AND INTENSIFICATION TARGETS
            IN THE GROWTH PLAN FOR THE GREATER
            GOLDEN HORSEHOE (10.8)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the staff memorandum dated November 21, 2006 entitled “Density and Intensification Targets in the Growth Plan for the Grater Golden Horseshoe” be received.

CARRIED

21. ENERGY CONSERVATION IN BUILDINGS
AND THE 2006 ONTARIO BUILDING CODE (10.13)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

That the report titled “Energy Conservation in Buildings and the 2006 Ontario Building Code” be received;

And that Staff promote and work with the Province to develop building code standards that keep pace with trendsetting global jurisdictions;

And that Building Department, Planning and Urban Design Department and MECO staff remain alert to opportunities to encourage and promote higher efficiency construction within the Town;

And that the Director of Building Standards continues to seek opportunities to promote and recognize builders who obtain a suitable, recognized certification in energy conservation.

CARRIED

22.       OMB SETTLEMENT PROPOSAL, WYNBERRY
            DEVELOPMENTS INC. (NORTH OF HERITAGE ESTATES)
            BY-LAW 2006-148 (10.5)

The Town Solicitor provided an update on the proposed settlement of the appeals of this application at the OMB and advised that staff support the proposed settlement. Staff displayed the exhibits of elevations, architectural design, and proposed landscape screening. The location of the three bungalows would be switched from Lots 1, 2, and 3, to lots 4, 5 and 6, due to the higher visibility and impacts at these lots. The other nine lots will contain two-storey dwellings, limited to 10 metres in height measured from the established grade at the front main wall to the highest point of the roof.

Stephen Kotyck, 10 David Gohn Circle, representing the residents of Heritage Estates, advised that the single-storey dwelling are better suited to Lots 1, 2 and 3 due to the higher grading on these lots. Mr. Kotyck suggested the developer’s renderings are misleading, as it will take 25 years of growth for the trees to provide the proposed screening, and he displayed photographs of the existing trees in support of his concern. He suggested a total of six bungalows on the property would be more appropriate.

Committee and staff discussed the current zoning permissions, and the risks of the OMB decision if the settlement is not taken. It was suggested the location of the three bungalows may be negotiated with the developer, if Council directs it.

Committee asked Mr. Kotyck to provide a letter from the Resident’s Association for Committee of the Whole on November 28, outlining their position with respect to the location of the three bungalows. Committee also asked the developer to provide a response at Committee of the Whole, as to the possibility of revising the building height to the previous permission of 9.1m if the bungalows remained in the currently-proposed location. Committee also asked for clarification of the lot grading.

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That the Town Solicitor and Staff be instructed to settle the OMB appeal in respect of the above by requesting the Board to approve amendments to By-law 2006-148 as set out in Schedule “A”;

And that Staff be authorized to take all necessary action, including the execution of documents, to give effect to this report.

CARRIED

23.       BOX GROVE NORTH INC., THE NORTHEAST CORNER
            OF 9TH LINE BY-PASS AND COPPER CREEK DRIVE
            SITE PLAN APPROVAL TO PERMIT A SHOPPING CENTRE
            AND A 4-STOREY MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING (SC 06 108718) (10.6)

David Stewart representing the applicant, Box Grove North Inc., and project architects, were in attendance to display elevations and discuss details on the site plan proposal.

Committee suggested a pedestrian walkway and access be provided from 9^th Line. Mr. Stewart commented on the difficulty due to the grading and the tributary, and in response to questions, he confirmed that two drive-thru banks are planned.

Committee discussed New Urbanism aspects regarding the street presence, and requested consideration be given to entrances from the street to accommodate pedestrians, as well as better design treatments on side of buildings A and B, facing the residences and pedestrians. The architects discussed design details, elevations, and grading. Staff advised that further changes have been made to the office building, and they will continue to work with the developer.

Committee requested a second row of trees in the central section of the parking lot to accentuate the pathway system, and a single row on the right-hand side of the northerly pathway, if it would not impact the parking component. The developer was encouraged to ensure the property is utilized for live/work/play development, and to provide an innovative sign package.

In response to Committee’s comments, staff advised that the site plan does not require public consultation, and that the two drive-thru banks proposed are not considered problematic.

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti

That the report dated November 21, 2006, entitled, “Box Grove North Inc., Application for site plan approval to permit a shopping centre and a 4-storey medical office building at the northeast corner of 9^th Line By-pass and Copper Creek Drive,” be received;

And that staff be directed to review the elevations at the rear of the buildings facing the valley, and to consider increased tree plantings on main walkway north, and new single–sided tree planting on the east north-south walkway;

And that staff be directed to explore the provision of a pedestrian walkway from 9^th line between buildings A & B;

And that the site plan application submitted by Box Grove North Inc. to permit a shopping centre and a 4-storey medical office building at the northeast corner of 9^th Line By-pass and Copper Creek Drive, be endorsed in principle, subject to the conditions attached as Appendix “A”;

And that site plan approval be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design or her designate, to be issued following execution of a site plan agreement. Site Plan approval is issued only when the Director has signed the site plan;

And that a Public Meeting be held to consider a Zoning By-law Amendment Application (File No. ZA 06 131191) submitted by Box Grove North Inc. amending Zoning By-law 177-76, as amended, to permit free standing restaurant uses and individual retail premises having a gross floor area less than 300 m² within the Business Corridor zone, as well as, to permit free standing financial institutions within the Business Park zone;

CARRIED

24.       a)   1691126 ONTARIO INC., 7161 & 7171 YONGE STREET
            OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
            TO PERMIT HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL USES,
            AT GRADE RETAIL, AND OFFICE COMMERCIAL USES
            (OP 06 127138, ZA 06 127273)
            And
            b)   YONGE-STEELES CORRIDOR STUDY RECOMMENDED
            BY THE PLANNING AND URBAN DESIGN DEPARTMENT (10.3, 10.5, 10.8)

Staff identified the proposal as the Hy & Zel development, and advised it will be subject to density targets considered in the Yonge-Steeles Study. Complete funding will be deferred to budget considerations by the new Council.

Jeff Davies, solicitor for the applicant, 1691126 Ontario Inc., discussed the retail and office components, and requested the terms of reference be amended to a tighter time frame, as the applicant would like construction to begin as soon as the building becomes vacant in June, 2008. He requested the study be completed in May, and that staff be directed to work with applicant on the terms of reference. Staff agreed to work with the applicant on the terms of reference, but considered that the timeline for the study is already aggressive. Staff advised that bringing forward the office component could be supported.

Committee requested that consideration be given to the involvement of a working group, including land owners, on this study.

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Councillor D. Horchik

That the staff report entitled “a) Application by 1691126 Ontario Inc. for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment to permit high density residential uses, at grade retail, and office commercial uses at 7161 & 7171 Yonge Street, northeast corner of Yonge Street and Meadowview Avenue, Thornhill (File Number OP 06-127138 and ZA 06-127273);

b) Yonge-Steeles Corridor Study recommended by the Planning and Urban Design Department”, be received;

And that the applications submitted by 1691126 Ontario Inc. be referred back to Staff for consideration within the context of the proposed Yonge-Steeles Corridor Study;

And that the terms of reference for the Yonge-Steeles Corridor Study, attached as Appendix ‘A’ to this report, be endorsed;

And that this report, figures and appendix be circulated to the Region of York, City of Vaughan, and City of Toronto for information;

And that staff be authorized to proceed with consultant selection and commencement of the Yonge-Steeles Corridor Study, upon pre-approval of 2007 Capital Budget request #7731;

And that staff be authorized to begin Phase 1, being the RFQ and consultant selection process, up to $50,000, and that further budget approval for the balance of the study be deferred;

And that staff call a Public Meeting on the applications by 1691126 Ontario Inc. once the applications have been considered in the context of the Yonge – Steeles Corridor Study, and the concerns/issues identified in this report have been addressed to staff’s satisfaction.

CARRIED

25.       WORLD TECH CONSTRUCTION INC.
            (MOHAMMED KHAN IN TRUST)
            93 HELEN AVENUE, SOUTH UNIONVILLE
            ZONING AMENDMENT AND SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS
            TO PERMIT SIX DETACHED RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS
            (ZA 05 019772, SU 05 027340) (10.5, 10.7)

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the recommendation report entitled “World Tech Construction Inc.(Mohammed Khan in Trust) Zoning Amendment and Subdivision applications to permit 6 residential dwellings at 93 Helen Avenue, South Unionville” (ZA 05 019772, SU 05 027340) be received;

And that the record of the Public Meeting held on February 7, 2006, regarding the proposed plan of subdivision and implementing zoning be received;

And that the draft plan of subdivision, 19TM – 05020 (SU 05 027340), proposed by World Tech Construction Inc.(Mohammed Khan in Trust) for 6 detached residential lots located at 93 Helen Avenue, be approved subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix ‘A’;

And that the zoning application (ZA 05 019772) to amend by-laws 304-87, as amended and 177-96, as amended to implement draft plan of subdivision 19TM – 05020 (SU 05 027340), be approved and the implementing Zoning By-laws attached as Appendix ‘B’ be enacted;

And that World Tech Construction Inc.(Mohammed Khan in Trust) be granted servicing allocation for a projected population of 22 people (6 single detached units), such allocation to be from the total allocation for the South Unionville Planning District, in accordance with the June 20, 2006 report on servicing allocation;

And that the Town reserves the right to revoke or re-allocate such servicing allocation at its sole discretion, should development not proceed in a timely manner;

And that the Region of York be advised accordingly regarding the servicing allocation for this development;

And that the applicant provide the Town with the required payment of 30% of the subdivision processing fees in accordance with the Town’s Fee By-law (By-law 2005-357);

And that the Owner pay their proportionate share of the Highway 48 flow control measures, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering;

And further that the draft plan approval for plan of subdivision 19TM-05020 will lapse after a period of three years commencing November 21, 2006, in the event that a subdivision agreement is not executed within that period.

CARRIED

26.       DRAFT ROUGE WATERSHED PLAN
            TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
            AND ROUGE PARK ALLIANCE (13.13.2)

Moved by: Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

That the staff memo dated November 21, 2006, regarding the Draft Rouge Watershed Plan, be received;

And that the TRCA and Rouge Watershed Task Force be requested to defer finalizing the Planning Study until holding at least two additional Public Meetings and making a presentation to Council.

CARRIED

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27. LEGAL MATTER (8.0)

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

That the Development Services Committee recess in-camera at 3:10 p.m. to discuss legal matters.

CARRIED

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

That the Committee rise from in-camera at 3:15 p.m.

CARRIED

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COMMUNICATIONS

RECOMMENDATION:

That Development Services Committee receive and consents to the disposition of Item Nos. 28 to 30 in the following manner:

28.       REGION OF YORK, REGARDING RESOLUTION
            DATED OCTOBER 19, 200, REQUEST FOR SUPPORT
            FOR TOWN OF MARKHAM OPA 140 (13.4)

Letter

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That correspondence dated October 20, 2006 to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing from the Region of York regarding the resolution dated October 19, 2006, regarding a request for support for the Town of Markham OPA 140 on appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board, be received.

CARRIED

29.       ROUGE PARK ALLIANCE, OCTOBER 25, 2006
            REGARDING OPA 140 AND REQUESTING THE ALLIANCE
            BE INVOLVED IN THE TOWN’S STUDY RELATING
            TO THE ENVIORNMENTAL CRITERIA (13.0)

Letter

The Town Solicitor provided a verbal update on appeals to OPA 140.

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the verbal update from the Town Solicitor regarding OPA 140, be received;

And that correspondence dated October 25, 2006 from Rouge Park Alliance, regarding OPA 140, and requesting involvement in the Town’s study to apply the environmental criteria, be received.

CARRIED

30.       TOWN OF WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE
            RESOLUTION DATED OCOTBER 17, 2006
            REGARDING SUPPORT FOR OPA 140 (13.5.2)

Letter

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That correspondence dated October 23, 2006 from the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, advising of the Resolution of the Council of Whitchurch-Stouffville dated October 17, 2006 requesting the Minister of Municipal Affairs to support the Town of Markham with respect to OPA 140, be received.

CARRIED

PART C

Public Meeting

7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber

Attendance

Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti

Regional Councillor J. Heath

Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

Councillor J. Webster

Councillor G. McKelvey

Councillor D. Horchik

Councillor A. Chiu

R. Blake, Manager, West District

S. Bordone, Development Technician

B. Karumanchery, Manager, East District

G. Sellars, Senior Planner

V. Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design

N. Surti, Planner

M. Wouters, Senior Planner

C. Raynor, Committee Clerk

The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 7:25 p.m. in the Council Chamber with Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair.

DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST - None disclosed

31.       WYNBERRY DEVELOPMENTS INC. NORTH OF EDWARD JEFFREYS
            AVENUE, WEST OF HIGHWAY 48, WISMER COMMONS COMMUNITY
            PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
            (SU 01 119048 (19TM-01020 - PHASE 3) ZO 01 119040) (10.5, 10.7)

The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider the proposed Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law amendment, Files SU 01 119048 and ZO 01119040, submitted by Wynberry Developments Inc., north of Edward Jeffreys Avenue, west of Highway 48, Wismer Commons Community.

Committee was advised that 188 notices were mailed on November 1, 2006, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on November 1, 2006. Committee received no written submissions.

Staff gave a brief presentation regarding the proposal.

There were no comments from the audience and the Committee had no concerns.

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

That the Record of the Public Meeting held on November 21, 2006 with respect to applications SU 01 119048 (19TM-01020 – Phase 3) and ZA 01 119040 submitted by Wynberry Developments Inc. for draft plan of subdivision approval and amendments to Zoning By-laws 304-87 and 177-96, be received;

And that the applications be referred back to staff for further review and approval under section 2 (b)(iv) of Delegation By-law 2002-202.

CARRIED

32. MAJORWOOD DEVELOPMENTS INC., WEST OF WOODBINE AVENUE
NORTH OF MAJOR MACKENZIE DR., CATHEDRAL WEST COMMUNITY
TOWN INITIATED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS TO REZONE
BLOCK 65 PLAN 19TM-02015 FROM THE BUSINESS CORRIDOR [BC] ZONE
(BY-LAW 177-96) TO THE MAJOR COMMERCIAL MJC*294 (BY-LAW 177-96)
AND TO REZONE LOTS 22 TO 34 INCLUSIVE AND BLOCK 73 OF PLAN
19TM-02015 FROM THE OPEN SPACE ONE [OS1] ZONE (BY-LAW 177-96) TO
THE RESIDENTIAL TWO [R2] ZONE (BY-LAW 177-96) (ZA 06 128714) (10.5)

The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider the proposed Town initiated Zoning By-law amendments in the Majorwoods Subdivision, Cathedral Town Phase II, File ZA 06 128714.

Committee was advised that 32 notices were mailed on November 1, 2006, and a notice was placed in the Markham Economist and Sun on October 26, 2006. Committee received one written submission from Sandra McEleney, 1965 Bur Oak Avenue, with concerns.

Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, surrounding uses and outstanding issues. The Committee queried whether fences will be installed at the lots backing onto the stormwater management pond, and if so, what type.

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell

That the written submission from Sandra McEleney, 1965 Bur Oak Avenue, with concerns, be received.

And that the Record of the Public Meeting held on November 21, 2006 with respect to the proposed amendments to By-law 304-87, as amended, and to By-law 177-96, as amended, be received;

And that the Town initiated Zoning By-law amendments for the Majorwood Subdivision and Cathedral Town Phase II Subdivision to amend Zoning By-law 304-87, as amended, and By-law 177-96, as amended, be approved;

And that the proposed amendments to By-law 304-87, as amended, and By-law 177-96, as amended, be enacted without further notice.

CARRIED

33.       DELPARK HOMES (BONDBROOKE) LTD., 2 HAVELOCK GATE
            OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS AND
            SITE PLAN FOR A RETIREMENT HOME FACILITY
            (OP 06 114566, ZA 06 114576, SC 06 114582) (10.3, 10.5, 10.6)

The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments submitted by Delpark Homes (Bondbrooke) Ltd., Files OP 06 114566 and ZA 06 114576, for a retirement home facility at 2 Havelock Gate.

Committee was advised that 79 notices were mailed on November 1, 2006, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on September 21, 2006. Committee received four written submissions from:

1. Karl Seres, with concerns

2. D. Perillo, 42 Grandlea Cres., in opposition

3. Debbie Wong, on behalf of the Rouge Fairways Residents’ Association, in opposition

4. Petition with 117 signatures, from the Rouge Fairways Residents’ Association, in opposition.

Committee received an additional petition with 46 signatures at the meeting.

Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, surrounding uses and outstanding issues.

The applicant spoke briefly to present findings of a parking and traffic study suggesting that there will be sufficient parking spaces and minimal impact on existing traffic volumes.

The following members of the public spoke in opposition to the application:

Debbie Wong, on behalf of the Rouge Fairways Residents Association

Mohammed Rahman, 15 Carolwood Crescent

Kulvinder Rai, 60 Norbury Drive

Robert White, on behalf of the President Rouge River Estates Residents Association

Huu Phat Nguyen, 13 Havelock Gate

Chan Nam Lai, 6 Havelock Gate

Tom Tse, 8 Teversham Court

Jaspal Brar, 74 Havelock Gate

Robert Doi, 26 Bluebell Drive

The following concerns were raised:

a. That the development will have a negative impact on traffic volumes and safety in the area, especially on 14^th Avenue;

b. That the narrow setback will make it dangerous for pedestrians in 14^th Avenue;

c. That parking will be insufficient and will overflow onto the community;

d. That the proposed density is incompatible with the surrounding neighbourhood;

e. The building will be an eyesore and will impact privacy due to its height;

f. The commercial element of the plan may lead to increased loitering and garbage generation;

g. Building use may change in the future and not be limited only to seniors;

h. The building is too close to power lines and electromagnetic fields;

i. The area should be kept as a green space;

j. There will be issues of light pollution to nearby residents;

k. The developer’s traffic study was only carried out on Friday and Saturday but should also include Sunday.

Staff provided a response to some of the concerns raised by members of the public:

a. The application is still under review and no final decisions have been made;

b. The developer’s traffic study has yet to be reviewed by staff and might also be peer reviewed;

c. The required number of parking spaces is still under review;

d. The developer will be required to submit a lighting plan;

e. It will be difficult for a change of use to take place in the future because, if permitted, he zoning will be restrictive. Additionally, there will be no cooking facilities in the units, making it difficult to market them as apartments;

f. Part of the review process will be to consider design compromises aimed at reducing the visual impact of the building to nearby residents.

The Committee suggested it might be useful for the Ward Councillor to hold a public information meeting with interested residents to discuss the issues further. Additionally, it was noted that the current zoning could allow a commercial plaza to be developed at the site and that residents might find it useful to compare impacts of such a plaza with the impacts of the proposed development. It was noted that staff will continue to work with the applicant and a report will be forthcoming early in 2007.

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the following correspondence be received:

1. Karl Seres, with concerns

2. D. Perillo, 42 Grandlea Cres., in opposition

3. Debbie Wong, on behalf of the Rouge Fairways Residents’ Association, in opposition

4. Petition with 117 signatures, from the Rouge Fairways Residents’ Association, in opposition.

5. Additional petition with 46 signatures in opposition;

And that the following deputations in opposition to the proposed development be received:

Debbie Wong, on behalf of the Rouge Fairways Residents Association

Mohammed Rahman, 15 Carolwood Crescent

Kulvinder Rai, 60 Norbury Drive

Robert White, on behalf of the President Rouge River Estates Residents Association

Huu Phat Nguyen, 13 Havelock Gate

Chan Nam Lai, 6 Havelock Gate

Tom Tse, 8 Teversham Court

Jaspal Brar, 74 Havelock Gate

Robert Doi, 26 Bluebell Drive

And that the Record of the Public Meeting held on November 21, 2006 with respect to “Delpark Homes (Bondbrooke) Ltd. applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments and Site Plan Approval to permit a retirement home facility at 2 Havelock Gate, southwest corner of 14^th Avenue and Havelock Gate (OP 06 114566, ZA 06 114576 and SC 06 114582)” be received;

And that the applications be referred back to staff for a report and recommendation.

CARRIED

34.       MACWOOD/SPRINGHILL HOMES INC. NORTH OF HIGHWAY 7,
            WEST OF MARKHAM BY-PASS IN THE CORNELL COMMUNITY
            PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND ZONING APPLICATIONS
            (SU 04 028274 (19TM-040016) ZA 04 028028) (10.5, 10.7)

The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider the proposed Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law amendment, Files SU 04 028274 (19TM-040016) and ZA 04 028028, submitted by Macwood/Springhill Homes Inc. in the Cornell Community.

Committee was advised that 18 notices were mailed on November 1, 2006, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on October 27, 2006. Committee received one written submission from Bob and Ashmore Reesor, 7323 Highway 7, stating concerns.

Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, surrounding uses and outstanding issues.

Ms. R. Torrington, on behalf of Cornell Ratepayers’ Association, stated that there should be a maximum height of ten storeys and that appropriate infrastructure should be in place. The Committee requested clarification of the changes to the old Markham By-pass and was advised that it will be changed from an arterial road to a collector and will be narrowed accordingly. Some of the surplus land might be incorporated into the development application.

The Committee requested that staff consider the possibility of requesting that the developer provide for water and sewer connections to property lines at no charge. There was brief discussion regarding the servicing allocations at Cornell.

The Committee requested that staff respond in writing to the concerns raised by Bob and Ashmore Reesor.

Moved by Councillor J. Webster

Seconded by Councillor D. Horchik

That the correspondence from Bob and Ashmore Reesor, 7323 Highway 7, stating concerns, be received;

And that the deputation from Ms. R. Torrington, on behalf of Cornell Ratepayers’ Association, stating concerns, be received;

And that the Development Services Commission Report entitled “Plan of Subdivision and zoning amendment applications by Macwood/Springhill Homes Inc. to permit residential and mixed-use development north of Highway 7, west of Markham By-Pass in the Cornell Community (SU 04 028274, 19TM-040016, ZA 04 028028)” dated October 17, 2006, be received;

And that the Record of the Public Meeting of November 21, 2006 with respect to the plan of subdivision and zoning amendment applications submitted by Macwood/Springhill Homes Inc., be received;

And further that the applications be referred back to staff for a report and recommendation.

CARRIED

35.       TORONTO UNITED CHURCH COUNCIL, 6910 AND 6950 HIGHWAY 7
            IN THE CORNELL COMMUNITY, TEMPORARY USE BY-LAW
            TO PERMIT A PLACE OF WORSHIP (ZA 06 125037) (10.5)

The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider the proposed Temporary Use By-law application, File ZA 06 125037, submitted by Toronto United Church Council, to permit a place of worship at 6910 and 6950 Highway 7 in the Cornell Community.

Committee was advised that 21 notices were mailed on November 1, 2006, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on October 29, 2006. Committee received no written submissions.

Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, surrounding uses and outstanding issues.

Mr. S. Hood, 8 Pingel Road, expressed concerns regarding the appearance of the proposed structure and the duration of its installation.

Staff agreed to look at alternative zoning options and noted that any temporary structure can only be in place for a maximum of three terms of three years, with each term renewal application being considered by Committee.

Moved by Councillor J. Webster

Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu

That the deputation by Mr. S. Hood, 8 Pingel Road, expressing concerns for the application by the Toronto United Church Council, be received;

And that the Development Services Commission Report entitled “Preliminary Report, Application for temporary use by-law by the Toronto United Church Council to permit a place of worship at 6910 and 6950 Highway 7 in the Cornell Community (ZA 06 125037)” dated October 17, 2006, be received;

That the Record of the Public Meeting of November 21, 2006 with respect to the zoning amendment application submitted by the Toronto United Church Council be received;

And further that the application be referred back to staff for a report and recommendation.

CARRIED

36.       LINDVEST PROPERTIES (CORNELL) LIMITED
            SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 7 BETWEEN 9TH LINE AND THE
            MARKHAM BY-PASS IN THE CORNELL COMMUNITY
            PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING
            AMENDMENT TO PERMIT RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AND
            EMPLOYMENT USE (SU 06 114925 (19TM-060012) OP 05 011355, ZA 06 114935)
            (10.5, 10.7)