THIRD MEETING OF THE

HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE

 

TOWN OF MARKHAM

Canada Room, Markham Civic Centre

Wednesday, March 12, 2003

 

MINUTES

 

Members                                                                     

Julie Christian, Chair

Joan Natoli, Vice-Chair

Susan Casella

Ross Caister

Ted Chisholm

Marie Jones

Judy Dawson-Ryan

Sean Stanwick

Keith Irish

Councillor Jack Heath  

Councillor Joe Virgilio

Councillor Stan Daurio

 

 

Regrets

Elizabeth Plashkes

 

 

Staff

R. Hutcheson, Manager Heritage Planning

M. Seaman, Senior Planner – Heritage & Conservation

Yvonne Hurst – Committee Secretary

 

The meeting convened at the hour of 7:15 p.m.

 

1.         APPROVAL OF AGENDA (16.11)

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the Heritage Markham agenda be approved as revised with the inclusion of

the addendum agenda.

 

CARRIED.

 

2.               REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK - 25 COLBORNE STREET, THORNHILL

               PROPOSED ADDITION (16.11)

               Extracts:               Manager, Heritage Markham                                                        

                                       Dave Wylie, Consultant                                                                      

 

Dave Wylie, representing the owners of 25 Colborne Street, Thornhill, was in attendance to discuss the proposed addition.  He noted that the addition would bring the total square footage of the home to 2900 square feet.  The owner also wishes to reinstate the original door on the front of the house.  Mr. Wylie requested feedback from the committee so that he can proceed in developing detailed drawings required for the building permit. 

 

               HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the material regarding 25 Colborne Street, Thornhill – proposed addition,  be received as information;

 

AND THAT Heritage Markham supports the proposal in principle subject to compliance with the Heritage Guidelines;

 

AND THAT the applicant is requested to provide the details of the proposed addition and front door to Heritage Markham and Town (Heritage) staff with authority to approve.

 

               CARRIED.

 

 

3.               COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT CONSENT APPLICATION                B/05/03, B/06/03

               7859 YONGE STREET & 26 CHURCH LANE, THORNHILL

               CONSENT TO SEVER AND CONVEY (16.11)

               Extracts:               Manager, Heritage Planning

                                       Secretary, Committee of Adjustment                                             

 

The Manager, Heritage Planning, explained that according to a letter from the applicant's solicitor, the application before the Committee of Adjustment has resulted because of an error in the registration of the property in question.  The registration shows that both the Ladies Golf Club of Toronto and Mr. A. Reale are both owners of a parcel of approximately 214 square metres on Part 2 on Draft R Plan.   The proposed severance would provide a 6” strip conveyed to the Ladies Golf Club of Toronto and the remainder of the parcel to Mr. A. Reale.  The question as to how this division was decided upon was asked of Andrew Salem from Fraser Milner Casgrain.  He responded  that this reflects how the lands are used.

 

 

               HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT further consideration of Committee of Adjustment applications B/05/03 and B/06/03 – 7859 Yonge Street and 26 Church Lane, Thornhill (consent to sever and convey), be deferred until an in-depth review and clarification of technical issues can be provided by Town (Heritage Section) staff;

 

AND THAT the Committee of Adjustment be requested to provide additional time for Heritage Markham to research this issue;

 

AND THAT, if necessary, a special sub-committee meeting he held to review this issue with at least three Thornhill representatives in attendance;

 

AND FURTHER THAT final consideration of Committee of Adjustment Consent Applications B/05/0a and B/06/03 – 7859 Yonge Street and 26 Church Lane, Markham be brought to the full committee of Heritage Markham.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

4.            COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT CONSENT APPLICATION

            26 CHURCH LANE, MARKHAM

            CONSENT TO SEVER (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                           

                                    Secretary, Committee of Adjustment                                                  

 

The Manager, Heritage Planning, noted that File B/09/03 proposes to sever the lot into two with frontages of 94.65 ft. and 60.49ft.

 

The Committee expressed concerns that the previous variances approved for this residence were done on the basis of the size of the lot, the landscaping surrounding the residence and retention of the large cedar hedge.  The OMB had given its approval due to the uniqueness of the size of the lot.

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

           

THAT further consideration of Committee of Adjustment Consent Application – 26 Church Lane, Markham, be deferred until an in-depth review and clarification of technical issues can be provided by Town (Heritage Section) staff;

 

AND THAT the Committee of Adjustment be requested to provide additional time for Heritage Markham to research this issue;

 

AND THAT, if necessary, a special sub-committee meeting he held to review this issue with at least three Thornhill representatives in attendance;

 

AND FURTHER THAT final consideration of Committee of Adjustment Consent Application – 26 Church Lane, Markham be brought to the full committee of Heritage Markham.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

5.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            12 WISMER PLACE, MARKHAM HERITAGE ESTATES

            FENCE PLACEMENT (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Mr. MacFarland                                                                             

 

Mr. MacFarland was in attendance to discuss the placement of a picket fence at his residence at 12 Wismer Place, Markham Heritage Estates.  He distributed a package of information to the members of the Committee outlining the problems he has encountered in trying to install a picket fence in the most suitable location.  He noted that the options provided by Town staff are not acceptable as the fence would either come to close to the front gardens, interfere with the gas/hydro lines or create a visually unappealing site line that exaggerates the length of the house.  

 

Mr. MacFarland put forward a suggestion to the Committee that the fence be installed on Wismer from the southwest corner of the house to the west lot line and north around the old house and also from the north end of the house to the garage.  He noted that the fence would be visible from both Wismer Place and Heritage Corners Lane.

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the material regarding 12 Wismer Place, Markham Heritage Estates – fence placement, be received;

 

AND THAT the option provided by the applicant for the installation of a fence on Wismer from the southwest corner of the house to the west lot line and north around the old house and also from the north end of the house to the garage, be supported.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.            ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

            SECOND HERITAGE MARKHAM MEETING

            February 10, 2003 (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the minutes of the second Heritage Markham meeting held on February 12, 2003 be adopted and received.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

7.            CORRESPONDENCE PACKAGE (16.11)

Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

THAT the following correspondence dated March 12, 2003, be received as information.

 

a)         Architectural Conservancy of Ontario, Annual Conference & A.G.M. "Town Halls & Market Squares, Walkerton, ON, April 11-13, 2003

            b)            Ontario Historical Society - thank you Letter for Unionville Video

c)         Community Heritage Ontario Workshop, "Researching Your Heritage House", April 12, 2003, Sparta

d)         Community Heritage Ontario, Annual Conference "Initiatives for Sustainable Cities & Towns", Sarnia, May 24-25, 2003

e)         Community Heritage Ontario Workshop, "Heritage Conservation Districts", Mississauga, April 4, 2003

f)          Ontario Historical Society Bulletin, February, 2003

g)         Markham Economist & Sun Article on the Wedding Cake House (Feb. 11, 2003)

h)         Unionville Villagers Association Minutes, February, 2003

i)          Heritage Canada - Media Review - February, 2003

j)          The Village Voice, February, 2003 (a number of interesting Heritage/Heritage Markham related articles).

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.         SITE PLAN APPROVAL APPLICATION -  180 MAIN STREET NORTH

            TWELVE TOWNHOUSES (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    G & L Group Limited                                                                         

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the applicants are requested to meet with the Town Architect, Manager, Heritage Planning and Chair of Heritage Markham to determine an overall design and massing approach for the proposed development that would be suitable for the subject highly visible location at the gateway to the Markham Village Heritage Conservation District;

 

AND THAT the applicants are requested to revise the proposal to incorporate massing and detailing which is suitable for the subject height visible location at the gateway to the Markham Village Heritage Conservation District, as per the recommendations of the Town Architect and Town (Heritage Section) staff;

 

AND THAT the applicants are requested to provide details of the revised proposal for review and commentary in advance of formal site plan approval;

 

AND THAT the applicants are requested to incorporate large caliper tree plantings along the Bullock streetscape in order to return the appearance of the greenery to the corner which was recently removed.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

9.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            5884 - 16TH AVENUE

            RESTORATION OPTIONS - LUNAU BARN

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

                        Brian Varner, Manager, Real Property                                             

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham supports the following option as the preferred choice for preserving the Lunau Barn:

 

Preservation of the Lunau Barn on its existing site in a use compatible with a barn use, with minimal interventions into the historic architectural fabric of the building.  The preferred use may incorporate relocation of a small, threatened heritage building to the property for use as a residence.  Consideration of this option should be limited to a one-year period.  In the event that no proposals for this type of use are received within one year, Heritage Markham would recommend consideration of proposals for the second choice option for preserving the Lunau Barn;

 

AND THAT Heritage Markham supports the following option as the second choice for preserving the Lunau barn in the event that no viable proposals are received for the first choice option within a one-year period;

 

Preservation of the Lunau Barn on a lot within the Markham Heritage Estates subdivision for use as a garage or outbuilding.  The barn is to be restored according to the restoration approach suggested by Heritage Markham.  It is recommended that any proponent for this type of use explore the use of fieldstone in the foundation of the relocated and restored barn.

 

AND THAT the following suggested restoration options be forwarded to the Town  (Real Property) section for distribution to any prospective purchaser of the Lunau Barn;

 

Option A – preservation of the barn on its existing site and conversion to a residence;

 

1)      any recommendations of Heritage Markham with respect to conversion of the barn are subject to the applicant providing confirmation from the Town (building department) that the proposed conversion is generally able to be implemented as proposed;

2)      the existing stone foundation and earth bank are to be preserved and restored;

3)      the existing frame is to be retained and restored;

4)      the existing siding and roof is to be retained and restored;

5)      the reintroduction of the original wooden shakes is believed to have been the original roof cladding on the barn and is the preferred material for conversion of the barn on its existing site;

6)      the use of modern roofing materials (asphalt, modern metal, etc. are not supported);

7)      the restoration of the existing metal roofing may be considered if it can be demonstrated that most of the original roof would be retained;

8)      the application of external battens is not supported as a means to providing weather protection for the barn;

9)      the temporary removal of the existing cladding and installation of a middle layer of cladding (e.g. plywood and weather shield) would be supported, subject to the return of the original outer wood layer to a configuration which is consistent with the original;

10)    the proposed insertion of windows for residential use is supported subject to the windows being wood (interior and exterior) with externally adhered wood muntins of a traditional profile. (the window placement proposal as submitted by Mr. Paul Nodwell is generally supported subject to the revision of the upper gable end windows to be more consistent with barn architecture);

11)    any proposed changes to the glazing should be of a style which is consistent with traditional ontario barn architecture and which results in a proportion of glazing to wall which is of no greater proportion of glazing to wall than that which was proposed by Mr. Paul Nodwell;

12)    the proposed thickening of the roof as suggested in the proposal by Mr. Paul Nodwell should be avoided.  It is recommended that any changes to the roof area resulting from structural and insulation requirements should be accommodated within the existing building;

13)    the wood siding on the barn should be stained the existing red colour;

14)    where material on the barn has deteriorated to the point where it cannot be repaired (e.g. selected barn boards), replacement of original material may be supported subject to review and approval by Town (Heritage Section) staff;

15)    the applicant is to provide a clear estimation of the extent to which the historic appearance and materials of the barn can be maintained prior to Council’s consideration of the proposed residential conversion of the barn;

16)    Heritage Markham would not object in principle to the relocation of a smaller heritage residence to the front of the converted barn (subject to approval of details and compatibility with the barn) to be connected to the barn as a residential addition;

17)    any purchaser of the property should agree to enter into a heritage conservation easement agreement with the town to ensure the long-term preservation and maintenance of the barn;

18)    any proposed garage should be of a compatible outbuilding design and be situated towards the north property line;

19)    consideration should be given for the preservation of any significant mature trees on the lot within the heritage subdivision as part of any site plan control application;

20)    if the barn is to be preserved on site, it is recommended that council recommend designation of the structure as a heritage resource;

21)    traditional lightning rods should be installed on the roof of the barn;

 

Option B – relocation of the barn to another site in the Heritage Estates for use as a garage;

 

1)      the barn should be oriented so that the side (currently south face) of the barn faces the street in a manner similar to how the barn appeared on the Lunau farmstead (Heritage Corners lane was not originally part of the landscape);

2)      in the event that windows are required, only limited windows, consistent with a functioning barn (e.g. diamond windows in the gables) would be supported;

3)      any new garage doors inserted into the barn should be consistent in appearance with the traditional barn door on the north elevation;

4)      the reintroduction of the original wooden shakes is believed to have been the original roof cladding on the barn would be supported if proposed;

5)      the use of modern roofing materials (asphalt, modern metal, etc. are not supported);

6)      the restoration of the existing metal roofing may be considered if it can be demonstrated that most of the original roof would be retained

7)      the application of external battens is not supported as a means to providing weather protection for the barn;

8)      the temporary removal of the existing cladding and installation of a middle layer of cladding (e.g. plywood and weather shield) would be supported, subject to the return of the original outer wood layer to a configuration which is consistent with the original;

9)      although not a requirement due to the likely cost involved, the applicant would be requested to consider the use of fieldstone in some areas of the base of the building (e.g. on the east elevation where the land slopes downward;

10)    traditional lightning rods should be installed on the roof of the barn;

 

 

Option C – preservation of the barn on its existing site in a passive use which would retain most of the existing exterior architectural features of the barn intact with minimal alterations, and relocation of a small, threatened heritage building to the front of the barn property;

 

1)      the barn should be restored to its original appearance using most of the original material and minimal intervention into the historic architectural fabric of the building;

2)      the application of external battens is not supported as a means to providing weather protection for the barn;

3)      traditional lightning rods should be installed on the roof of the barn.

 

 

CARRIED.

 

 

10.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            8 WISMER PLACE, MARKHAM HERITAGE ESTATE

PROPOSED RESTORATION & ADDITION - WILLMOT BRUMWELL HOUSE (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Scott Rushlow

                                    Kim Morgan & Chris Keeley                                                               

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to the design of the proposed addition for the Willmot Brumwell House at 8 Wismer Place, Markham Heritage Estates, subject to the applicant conforming with standard Heritage Markham recommendations with respect to materials, colours and architectural detailing in the Markham Heritage Estates subdivision;

 

AND THAT standard Heritage Markham recommendations with respect to materials, colours, and architectural detailing are to be documented either on the approved plans and/or in the site plan control agreement;

AND THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to the following applications for minor variance:

 

1)      proposed increase in permitted maximum gross ground floor area to accommodate the proposed existing house and addition as reviewed by Architectural review sub-committee on February 26, 2003;

2)      proposed increase in maximum permitted size of an outbuilding to accommodate the proposed garage as reviewed by Architectural Review Sub-Committee on February 26, 2003;

 

AND THAT Heritage Markham advises for the record that its support for the proposed minor variances is based on the unique site specific attributes of the subject lot and house and should not be used as a precedent for other dwellings in the Markham Heritage Estates subdivision;

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

11.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            10 PETER STREET, MARKHAM VILLAGE

            PROPOSED ALTERATION TO ROOF (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Mr. Amatuzio                                                                                             

 

Mr. Amatuzio was in attendance to discuss the proposed alteration to the roof at 10 Peter Street, Markham Village.  He noted that his proposal to raise the roof would permit additional living space needed for his family.  There is not sufficient room under the slope of the roof without raising the gable.  He pointed out that in his opinion,  the increase in height cannot be seen from the street.  He indicated that the use of a dormer, as suggested by Heritage Markham, would not provide sufficient space.  He also noted that the altered roofline would be similar to the roofline of the house next door. 

 

The Committee expressed concerns with the alteration of the original roof.  It was suggested that Mr. Amatuzio pursue other possible solutions to his space requirements with Town (Heritage Section) staff that do not require alteration of the original roof. 

 

Staff suggested that perhaps the new roof could be inset a few inches to provide a break with original roof.

 

 

 

 

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the proposed rooftop addition to the dwelling at 10 Peter Street be referred to the Architectural Review Sub-Committee, with authority to approve, for discussion of options for providing the required space with the applicant;

 

AND THAT the applicant be requested to provide drawings that indicate dimensions of the existing roofline and proposed alteration;

 

AND THAT the applicant be requested to provide photographs of the adjacent houses;

 

AND FURTHER THAT members of Heritage Markham be encouraged to conduct a site visit to view the existing roofline.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

12.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            9483 MCCOWAN ROAD

            PROPOSED RESTORATION PLAN -

DANIEL H. B. RAYMER HOUSE (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Scott Rushlow                                                                                              

 

It was noted that the design of the veranda has been revised to a wrap-around design and the column posts narrowed to reflect Heritage Markham recommendations.

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to the proposed restoration approach, and addition for the Daniel Raymer House at 9483 McCowan Road subject to the following conditions:

 

1)      the applicant is to document the history of the house and the gross doddy house on a Markham Remembered Plaque which the applicant is to install in a visible location on the property;

2)      the applicant is to revise the porch posts to a variety more in keeping with the period and design of the house;

3)      the windows on the house are to be wood, double hung with external wood muntin bars of a traditional profile;

4)      all windows are to have proper, projecting sills;

5)      the siding on the addition is to be wood;

6)      the material and design of the shingles on the roof are to have a traditional appearance and final details are to be subject to review by Town (Heritage Section) staff;

7)      the applicant is to enter into a heritage conservation easement agreement with the Town and site plan control agreement for the house to document the approved preservation approach and permitted alterations for the Daniel Raymer House.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

13.            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION

            19 ROUGE STREET, MARKHAM

            PROPOSED NEW DWELLING (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the applicant is requested to revise the proposal according to the commentary of the Architectural Review Sub-Committee, dated February 26, 2003 and include additional drawings to demonstrate how the proposed streetscapes along Rouge Street and James Scott Boulevard will appear.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

14.            COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT VARIANCE APPLICATION

            A/22/03

            12 CELEBRITY PLACE, MARKHAM

            PROPOSED GARAGE (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Secretary, Committee of Adjustment                                                  

 

Michael Brady was in attendance to discuss Committee of Adjustment Variance Application A/22/03 – 12 Celebrity Place, Markham – proposed garage.  The Manager, Heritage Planning noted that the dwelling was incorporated into a plan of subdivision and while previously facing 16th Avenue now has frontage on the internal road Celebrity Place.  The applicants now wish to construct a garage that would be in their front yard which was previously their back yard.

 

Mr. Brady inquired if a heritage easement would be required and what implications an easement or heritage designation would have on his property.   He indicated that he would like to take advantage of any funding programs available that would assist with the upkeep and maintenance of heritage properties. 

 

 

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to Committee of Adjustment Variance Application A/22/03 – 12 Celebrity Place, Markham – proposed garage.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

15.            COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT VARIANCE APPLICATION

            A/16/03

            6 DAVID GOHN CIRCLE, MARKHAM HERITAGE ESTATES

            INCREASE IN GROUND FLOOR AREA (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Secretary, Committee of Adjustment                                                  

 

            This application was withdrawn by the owner.

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Committee of Adjustment Variance Application A/16/03 – 6 David Gohn Circle, Markham Heritage Estates – increase in ground floor area, be received as  information.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

16.            COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT VARIANCE APPLICATION

            A/27/03

            11 HERITAGE CORNERS LANE, MARKHAM HERITAGE ESTATES

INCREASE IN GROUND FLOOR AREA (DWELLING AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS), GARAGE HEIGHT (16.11)                                                            

Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                     

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to Committee of Adjustment Variance Application A/27/03 – 11 Heritage Corners Lane, Markham Heritage Estates – increase in ground floor area, garage height.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

 

 

 

17.            POTENTIAL HERITAGE STUDY AREAS

            RECOMMEND CANDIDATES (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

Councillor Heath expressed concerns with the suggested boundaries indicating that heritage properties may not have been included in these boundaries.  It was noted that individual properties not contained in the boundaries could be separately designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.  Committee asked staff to provide the recommended boundaries to affected members of Council (Heath, Virgilio, McKelvey, Horchik) to solicit any feedback.

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the following recommendation be deferred to the Architectural Review Sub-Committee for further consideration of the proposed boundaries;

 

“THAT the boundaries for the proposed heritage conservation district study areas in the communities of Locust Hill, Cedar Grove, Victoria Square, Box Grove, Almira, Dickson Hill and Settlers Hill be endorsed:

 

AND that council be requested to add the following communities as heritage conservation district study areas in the Town of Markham, according to the boundaries suggested by the heritage district identification committee:

 

1.      Locust Hill

2.      Cedar Grove

3.      Victoria Square

4.      Box Grove

5.      Almira

6.      Dickson Hill

7.      Settlers Hill  (Special District commemorating the founding of Markham)

 

AND THAT Council be requested to initiate a program commemorating the location and history of the following former hamlets in the Town of Markham through 1) Community Entry Signs, 2) Street Name Signs and 3) The provision of historical plaque about the community in a publicly accessible location:

 

1.      Armadale

2.      Belford

3.      Milliken Village

4.      Hagerman’s Corners

5.      Mongolia

6.      Milnesville

7.      Peaches

8.      Cashel

9.      Melville

10.    Amber

11.  German Mills

12.  Langstaff

 

AND THAT the following Ward Councillors be invited to provide feedback on the proposed boundaries of study areas in their wards: Heath, Virgilio, McKelvey and Horchik.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

18.            DESIGNATION

            4165 - 19th AVENUE

            DESIGNATION OF THE JAMES BOWMAN HOUSE (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham  recommends that the James Bowman House at 4165 - 19th Avenue be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

19.            EASEMENTS

            7124 & 7166 -14th AVENUE

            REQUEST FOR HERITAGE EASEMENT AGREEMENTS (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham recommends that the owner – 7124 and 7166 14th Avenue enter into heritage conservation easement agreements with the Town of Markham.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            128 MAIN STREET, UNIONVILLE

            PROPOSED ADDITION (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham is supportive of the preliminary drawings dated February, 2003 which were submitted for feedback purposes for the proposed rear addition subject to the following:

- clarification as to why the original window cannot be retained in place on the north elevation;

            - use of materials as described in the letter from the owner

 

AND THAT Heritage Markham looks forward to receiving a formal application for site plan control with respect to the proposed addition.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

21.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            380 MAIN ST. N., MARKHAM

            SIGNAGE - ESSO SERVICE STATION

(GROUND SIGNS & ENTRY WALL) (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

The Manager, Heritage Planning, noted that the proposed ground sign has a brick base, external lighting vinyl lettering with a smooth finish Hardiplank background and the ESSO sign to be made of Scotchcal.  He noted that a brick wall is proposed as part of the landscaping on the northeast corner.  ESSO has indicated a willingness to place a sign on this wall.  The committee indicated that a “simple” message would be most appropriate.

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to the proposed design of the two ground signs for the new ESSO station at 380 Main Street subject to compliance with the Town's Sign By-Law.

 

AND THAT Heritage Markham supports the message “Markham Village” for the sign on the brick wall in the northeast corner of the site.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

22.            POTENTIAL PROTECTION OF BARNS

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

The Manager, Heritage Planning, noted that Mayor Cousens has expressed concerns with the loss of heritage barns in Markham and has asked if there are any avenues that could be taken to preserve some of the heritage barns.  Are there any innovative suggestions for the preservation of these structures?  A suggestion for a start in the preservation process would be to document barns that are considered worthy of retention.   

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham shares Mayor Cousens concern about the loss of heritage barns in Markham;

           

AND THAT Heritage Markham would be pleased to explore how the Town might be able to retain some examples of these barns as representative of our early history;

 

AND THAT, as a first step towards a preservation process, it was suggested that members of Heritage Markham photograph any interesting barns in the Town;

 

AND FURTHER THAT a ‘Barn and Rural Property’ sub-committee be established to address the preservation process for heritage barns.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

23.            DESIGNATION

            CLENDENEN CEMETERY (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

The Senior Planner, Heritage and Conservation, noted that the markers at the Clendenen Cemetery date back to 1855.

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the Clendenen Cemetery be designated under the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

 

 

 

24.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            26 ALBERT STREET, MARKHAM VILLAGE

            PROPOSED DWELLINGS (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

Town (Heritage Section) staff are working with the applicant with respect to a solution for 26 Albert Street, Markham Village that would retain the heritage building as part of the redevelopment scenario.   This item will be placed on a future agenda as information becomes available.

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the information with respect to 26 Albert Street, Markham Village, be received.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

25.            BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION (DEMOLITION)

            9442 HIGHWAY 48

            BARN DEMOLITION (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

                                    Robert Robertson                                                                               

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham has no objection to the demolition of the barn subject to the following conditions:

-           require the owner to offer the building or component parts to the Markham Museum at no charge;

-           require the owner to advertise the availability of the building for relocation elsewhere in the community or the salvaging of architectural features in a local newspaper which covers the Town of Markham for a period of not less than two (2) weeks and to submit proof of this advertising.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

26.            INFORMATION

            OPEN HOUSE FOR THE MUSTARD HOUSE

            9615 NINTH LINE, MARKHAM (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

Staff has been informed that the open house for the above property will be on March 22, 2003 (Saturday).  The Region of York is co-ordinating the sale.

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the information with respect to an open house for the Mustard House – 9615 Ninth Line, Markham be received as information.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

27.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            RECYCLING IN PUBLIC PLACES

            LOCATION/PLACEMENT OF CONTAINERS (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

                                    Waste Management Co-ordinator                                                   

 

The Committee expressed concerns that the size and design of the  recycling containers are not appropriate in the Heritage Districts.  The Committee was particularly concerned about the number and potential location of bins located along Main Street in the Unionville Heritage District. 

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Staff work with the Waste Management Co-ordinator to determine appropriate placement of the recycling containers in the Heritage Districts;

 

AND THAT Heritage Markham does not support the placement of the recycling containers on Main Street Unionville.

 

            CARRIED.

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT             Heritage Markham recommends the removal of newspaper boxes from the public lands on Main Street, Unionville.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

28.             PROPOSED DEMOLITION – FEDERAL GOVERNMENT LANDS

            7368 ELGIN MILLS ROAD (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Councillor J. Heath

                                    Scott Heaslip, Senior Project Co-ordinator                                             

 

The Manager, Heritage Planning, indicated that 7368 Elgin Mills Road is on the Markham Inventory of heritage homes and that the Federal Government had sent a letter indicating that this building was to be demolished in the next 4-6 weeks.

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Transport Canada not approve the demolition of 7368 Elgin Mills Road as it is a listed building on the Markham Inventory of Heritage Buildings;

 

AND THAT Town (Heritage Section) staff proceed with the designation of 7368 Elgin Mills Road;

 

AND THAT a copy of the correspondence from Public Works Canada be forwarded to the M.P. and M.P.P. outlining the concerns of Heritage Markham;

 

AND FURTHER THAT Heritage Markham will become pro-active in developing a strategy to ensure that as many east-end properties as possible are retained and restored.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

29.              PROPOSED DESIGNATION OF HERITAGE PROPERTIES

            ON PROVINCIAL LANDS (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Senior Planner, Heritage & Conservation                                       

 

The Senior Planner, Heritage and Conservation, reviewed staff’s recommendation with respect to the designation of properties in the Rouge Park area.  The recommendations list a number of properties that would be added to the Markham Inventory of Heritage Resources; recommends a number of properties for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act and requests that the province enter into Heritage Conservation easements prior to transferring the lands.

 

 

 

 

 

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham makes the following recommendations with respect to heritage properties on provincial lands:

           

a)                  PROPERTIES WHICH ARE SCHEDULED TO BE TRANSFERRED IN THE NEAR FUTURE:

THAT the following properties be added to the Markham Inventory of Heritage Resources:

-                     7914 14th Avenue – Cedar Grove – Frame, vernacular with historic 1850s barns

-                     7295 Reesor Road – Cedar Grove – Brick and Stucco 1930s pattern book, Neo-gothic

-                     8847 Reesor Road – North – Stone, Regency – listed in ’82, bld. Not found in ’91 but exists

-                     Cedarena – Reesor Road – Historic Natural Ice Arena

-                     The Wurtz Pioneer Cemetery

-                     The Reesor Pioneer Cemetery

 

b)                 THAT the following properties be recommended for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act

-                     7273 14th Avenue

-                     7277 14th Avenue

-                     7399 Reesor road

-                     7401 Reesor Road

-                     7551 Reesor Road

-                     7632 Highway #7

-                     9035 Reesor Road

-                     9529 Reesor Road

-                     9829 9th Line

-                     7877 Highway #7

-                     7867 Highway #7

-                     7861 Highway #7

-                     7218 Reesor Road

-                     8992 Reesor Road

-                     8042 Reesor Road

-                     7914 14th Avenue

-                     7295 Reesor Road

-                     Cedarena – Reesor Road

-                     The Reesor Pioneer Cemetery

-                     The Wurtz Pioneer Cemetery

 

AND THAT the provincial government be requested to enter into heritage conservation easement agreements with the Town for the above properties prior to their transfer from Provincial ownership;

 

AND THAT all potential purchasers of lands to be transferred in the communities of Box Grove, Cedar Grove and Locust Hill, as per the boundaries identified by the Heritage Conservation District Identification Committee are to be advised that the areas may be considered by the Town for possible designation as heritage conservation districts;

 

c)                  OTHER PROVINCIAL PROPERTIES IN EAST MARKHAM

 

THAT, in order to provide protection and recognition for heritage resources in advance of any future disposition or planning on lands under Provincial ownership, the following properties are recommended for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act:

-                     7629 Reesor Road

-                     7784 Reesor Road

-                     7355 Reesor Road

-                     7939 Reesor Road

-                     7833 Reesor Road

-                     8359 Reesor Road

-                     7575 14th Avenue

-                     7805 14th Avenue

-                     8165 Highway #7

-                     8052 Highway #7

-                     7293 Reesor Road

-                     8183 14th Avenue

-                     7560 11th Line

-                     8331 14th Avenue

-                     7392 York Durham Line

-                     8402 Steeles Avenue

-                     8328 Steeles Avenue

-                     8328 14th Avenue

-                     8346 York Durham Line

-                     8200 York Durham Line

-                     8110 11th Line

-                     7797 16th Avenue

-                     8156 16th Avenue

-                     7982 16th Avenue

 

 

 

 

 

AND THAT the provincial government be requested to enter into heritage conservation easement agreements with the Town of Markham for the above properties prior to their transfer from Provincial ownership.

 

CARRIED

 

 

30.       22 JOHN STREET, THORNHILL

            HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATION – PROPOSED NEW DOOR

            WORKS COMPLETED WITHOUT APPROVAL

WINDOWS AND DOOR CHANGED (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Steve Medwecky                                                                              

 

The Senior Planner, Heritage and Conservation, advised that the applicant – 22 John Street, Thornhill – Heritage Permit Application – proposed new door and windows was advised, prior to the work, that a heritage permit was required.

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the application for a heritage permit to replace the original front door at 22 John Street not be supported;

 

AND THAT the applicant be required to return and restore the original front door to the residence as per its original configuration by the end of March, 2003;

 

AND THAT the applicant be required to return and restore the original wood, double hung, divided windows and sills to the residence at 22 John Street as per their original configuration by the end of March, 2003;

 

AND THAT given that the removal and replacement of original historic building fabric, the installation of new windows, which do not conform to the specifications of the original and installation of a new door would not normally be approved for significant heritage buildings and would not conform to the Thornhill-Markham Heritage Conservation District Plan, and in the event that the applicant does not comply with requests by the Town to return the building to its original appearance by the end of March, 2003, Heritage Markham requests that Council authorize the following:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-                     denial of the subject Heritage Permit application for replacement of the front door and any subsequent application for replacement of the windows;

-                     request the return and restoration of the original building components;

-                     if the applicant refuses to return and restore the original building components, the initiation of a formal prosecution of the property owner for violations under the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

31.              REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

26 JOHN STREET, THORNHILL

            WORKS COMPLETED WITHOUT APPROVAL

WINDOWS AND DOOR CHANGED – MR. CHIRREY (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

The Senior Planner, Heritage and Conservation, advised that the applicant was informed that a heritage permit would be required for any alterations to the exterior of the house at 26 John Street, Thornhill.

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the owner of 26 John Street be required to return and restore the historic wood, double hung, divided windows to the residence as per its original configuration by the end of March, 2003;

 

AND THAT given that the removal and replacement of historic building fabric, the installation of new windows, which do not conform to the specifications of the original would not normally be approved for significant heritage buildings and would not conform to the Thornhill-Markham Heritage Conservation District Plan, and in the event that the applicant does not comply with requests by the Town to return the building to its original appearance by the end of March, 2003, Heritage Markham requests that Council authorize the following:

-                     request the return and restoration of the original building components;

-                     if the applicant refuses to return and restore the original building components, the initiation of a formal prosecution of the property owner for violations under the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

 

 

 

32.              REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

96 JOHN STREET, THORNHILL (ARTS AND CRAFTS STYLE HOUSE c1920s)

PROPOSED REPLACEMENT OF ORIGINAL WINDOWS

PROPOSED REPLACEMENT OF WOOD SHINGLE SIDING WITH STUCCO

PROPOSED RENOVATIONS TO DECK AREA AND CONSTRUCTION ENCLOSURE OF SPACE (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

                                    Mr. Dusan Nikolic and Christine Griffin                                      

           

The Senior Planner, Heritage and Conservation, advised that the new owners of 96 John Street, Thornhill wish to make a number of alterations to the exterior of the house.  It was noted that this structure is an outstanding example of the Arts and Crafts style and believed to be the best of its style in the Town of Markham.  Town (Heritage Section) staff have advised the new owners that covering or removal of historic siding or replacement of original windows with replicas is not typically supported by Heritage Markham.

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT the request regarding replacement of original windows, wood shingle siding and renovations to the deck area at 96 John Street, Thornhill be referred to the Architectural Review Sub-Committee for discussion;

 

AND THAT members of Heritage Markham be encouraged to visit the site to view the architectural features.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

33.       8135 MCCOWAN ROAD

PROPOSED DEMOLITION

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY (16.11)

Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                        Joe Dell Fave, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority                    

 

Heritage staff confirmed that there is no municipal need for the building based on responses from Parks and Recreation Services staff.  The buildings should be advertised for relocation/salvage, and a Markham Remembered plaque obtained.

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT Heritage Markham reiterates its comments with respect to 8136 McCowan Road, from its June 12, 2002 meeting:

-                     Heritage Markham recognizes the poor condition of the dwelling due to neglect, vandalism and fire damage;

-                     Town staff to determine if there is a municipal need for this resource associated with Milne Park as it is the only heritage resource in Milne Park (i.e. Camp Chimo, Milne Park Conservation Association, recreational programming, etc.)

-                     Rouge Park staff should determine if there is an interpretive or education use for this building as part of the Rouge Park System;

-                     If no use is identified, Heritage Markham would not object to the demolition of the dwelling and outbuildings subject to the ORC (or Conservation Authority) advertising the availability of the buildings for relocation or salvage of parts and the donation of a ‘Markham Remembered’ interpretive plaque and cairn to be placed on or near this site.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

34        23 EDWARD STREET, MARKHAM

            REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF LETTER OF CREDIT

FRONT SKYLIGHT ISSUE – ROBIN BANERJEE (16.11)

Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Markham

                        Mr. R Banerjee                                                                                  

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS:

 

THAT  Heritage Markham does not support the installation of the skylight in the front of the house at 23 Edward Street, however, as the removal of the skylight would cause an excessive financial penalty to the owner, Heritage Markham recommends the skylight will be allowed to remain provided that it is tinted a dark colour to blend in with the shingles;

 

THAT theTown retain the amount of $750.00 from the Letter of Credit held by Town as a penalty.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

35.              TARIFF FEE

            LAND REGISTRY OFFICES (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

            HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS

 

THAT            the materials on the tariff fee – Land Registry Offices, be received as information.

 

            CARRIED.

 

 

36.            WESLEYEN CHURCH- ORIGINAL METHODIST CHURCH

2772 ELGIN MILLS ROAD

SITE PLAN APPROVAL (16.11)

Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning                                                                       

 

The Senior Planner, Heritage & Conservation noted that this building was originally the historic Wesleyen Church and was located on Woodbine Avenue.  When the brick church was constructed cicra 1870, this wooden building was relocated to 2772 Elgin Mills Road and converted to a blacksmith shop.  It ceased to be a blacksmith shop circa 1940 and has since been used as a garage.  This building represents the oldest church structure still remaining in Markham.  It is in poor condition and not habitable.

 

A purchaser has a conditional offer on the building, however, there is no servicing in the area which could preclude conversion of the structure to a residential building.

 

HERITAGE MARKHAM RECOMMENDS

THAT information regarding the Wesleyen Church – 2772 Elgin Mills Road, be received;

 

AND THAT Heritage Markham supports retention and restoration of the Wesleyen Church due to its historical and architectural significance in the Town of Markham;

 

AND THAT Heritage Markham supports, in principle, the concept of converting the building to a residential use and the Committee welcomes the receipt of any plans supporting this concept.

 

CARRIED.

 

 

 

 

 

 

37.       TIME LINES FOR COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO ITEMS

CONTAINED IN SITE PLAN APPROVALS (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Markham

                                    Ross Caister                                                                                    

 

Ross Caister inquired as to what time lines are included in Site Plan Agreements for items that must be completed in accordance with the agreement?  He indicated that, in some instances, significant time had passed without the specified works being completed.  Staff were requested to provided information on time lines for completion of works within approved site plan agreements.

 

 

38.              CEMETERY – KENNEDY ROAD

            SNOW FENCE REQUIRED (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Markham

                                    Street Services Department                                                                 

 

Susan Casella expressed concerns that snow has been piled against the cemetery markers in the Kennedy Road cemetery.  She requested the staff inform the appropriate department to ensure that these markers are not damaged.

 

 

39.            REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

            332 MAIN STREET NORTH

            PROPOSED ADDITION (16.11)

            Extracts:            Manager, Heritage Planning

                                    Russ Gregory, Agent                                                                        

 

            Refer to Architectural Review Sub-Committee.

 

 

The meeting adjourned at 11:10 p.m.