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May 15, 2017
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Minutes of a meeting of the Planning and Development Committee held on Monday, May
15, 2017 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers.
Present Were: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor S. Cooke, Councillor R. Hooper,
Councillor J. Neal, Councillor W. Partner, Councillor C. Traill until
8:34 PM, Councillor W. Woo
Staff Present: C. Clifford, D. Crome, K. Richardson, C. Pellarin, C. Salazar,
F. Langmaid J. Gallagher, M. Chambers
1 Call to Order
Councillor Woo called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
2 New Business – Introduction
Councillor Partner added a new business item, regarding the Clarington Official Plan and
Orono, to the New Business – Consideration section of the agenda.
3 Adopt the Agenda
Resolution #PD-085-17
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Mayor Foster
That the Agenda for the Planning and Development Committee meeting of May 15, 2017
be adopted as presented, with the addition of the following:
Correspondence Item 10. - Valentine Lovekin, Chair, Newcastle Downtown
Business Improvement Association, Regarding Report PSD-031-17;
Correspondence Item 10.3 - Myno & Judy Van Dyke, Regarding Report
PSD-031-17
Alistair Shields, KLM Planning Partners Inc. - Regarding Report PSD-036-17;
Region of Durham Post Circulation Comments on Amendment No. 107 to the
Clarington Plan
Clarington Official Plan and Orono
Carried
4 Declarations of Interest
There were no disclosures of interest stated at this meeting.
5 Announcements
Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of
community interest.
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6 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Resolution #PD-086-17
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning and Development Committee,
held on April 24, 2017, be approved.
Carried
7 Public Meetings
7.1 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
Applicant: George Lysyk and Salvator Risorto
Report: PSD-029-17
Mitch Morawetz, Planner, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee
regarding the application.
Jim Piper, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. He advised the
Committee that his property backs onto the subject site. Mr. Piper explained that he
plans to farm on his property in the future and is concerned that this development will
prevent him from acquiring livestock and expanding his farm operation. He added that, if
these homes are going to be built, then the entire area should be developed. Mr. Piper
added that he does not support the proposed division of these properties.
Emilio Zingone, spoke in support of the application. He advised the Committee that he
was the realtor for the rural cluster development at Townline Road and Pebblestone
Road. Mr. Zingone noted that most of this land is not being used for agricultural
purposes. He continued by stating that a rural cluster is rare and people looking to
purchase these types of lots are looking to develop a high quality home in a rural setting.
Mr. Zingone concluded by advising that the division of these lots will create additional tax
revenue for the municipality.
George Lysyk and Salvator Risorto, applicants, spoke to the application. Mr. Lysyk
explained to the Committee that Mr. Risorto purchased this property and built his home
on the south side of this property. He noted that he has developed several similar
properties in Oshawa and that these are key lots. Mr. Lysyk advised the Committee that
this is a large parcel of land and any potential homeowners would own a snowplow for
the long driveway. He explained that the zoning allows for housing and it would be
beneficial to have three developments. Mr. Lysyk advised the Committee that, if this
application is approved, the applicant will be requesting servicing for the properties from
the Region of Durham. He added that this site is large enough for a well, septic, and a
backup septic system. Mr. Lysyk offered to answer questions from the Committee.
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Mr. Risorto advised the Committee that he plans to build three new homes on the
proposed lots for members of his family. He added that his property is getting difficult for
him to maintain and if this is approved his children will live in the new homes.
7.2 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
Applicant: Brookfield Residential
Report: PSD-030-17
Bob Russell, Planner II, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee
regarding the application.
No one spoke in opposition to the application.
No one spoke in support of the application.
Joanne Fung, applicant, spoke to the application. Ms. Fung advised the Committee she
was available to answer any questions.
7.3 Application for a Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
Applicant: Gyaltsan Property Management
Report: PSD-031-17
Paul Wirch, Planner II, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee
regarding the application.
Laura Morgan, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. She advised the
Committee that she is happy with the relocation to Beaver Street. Ms. Morgan explained
that she is concerned with the building being six storeys high and noted the highest
building in Newcastle is only four storeys. She believes four storeys would fit in better
with the design of the neighbourhood. Ms. Morgan noted the shadows from the building
do not directly affect her home. She added that her neighbours to the north and south
will be fully shadowed by the building at certain times of day. Ms. Morgan concluded by
asking what type of retail will be in the bottom of the building.
Linda Rammal, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. She advised the
Committee that she is concerned with increased traffic. Ms. Rammal continued by
noting many drivers will use Beaver Street and Edward Street and that this is where
many children from Newcastle Public School walk home. She is concerned with the
height of the building, parking, and increase traffic in the area. Ms. Rammal suggested
an additional parking lot be built in downtown Newcastle to assist with any parking
issues. She explained the shadows from the building will not impact her home but will
affect many homes on Harmer Drive.
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Richard Jefferson, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. He explained to
the Committee he purchased a home in Newcastle for the small town feel. Mr. Jefferson
noted that, when his home was built, he chose materials to fit in with design of
Newcastle. He is concerned with the height of the building being two storeys higher than
what is existing in Newcastle. Mr. Jefferson referred to the proposed Official Plan
Amendment 111 to expand the urban boundaries and asked if this current application
was necessary. He believes the building will obstruct the view of drivers turning on to
Beaver Street. Mr. Jefferson concluded by asking why there continues to be new
commercial development in Newcastle when there are existing vacanci es in the
downtown area.
Mark Kartush, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. He noted that he
has appreciated Mr. Gyaltsan keeping the residents involved in the application process.
Mr. Kartush advised the Committee he is happy the building is being moved closer to
Beaver Street. He added he is concerned with the height as it is double the height of the
Massey building and the proposed amendment is 20% larger than originally planned.
Mr. Kartush asked if the proposed Official Plan Amendment 111 is a result of the Official
Plan Amendment 107 not yet being approved by the Region of Durham. He asked what
type of eating establishments and private clubs will be permitted. Mr. Kartush asked if
any control measures or restrictions will be put in place for allowable uses. He added
that he is concerned with the increased construction noise and the traffic of snow
removal and delivery trucks. Mr. Kartush explained he still has issues with the shadow
study and believes there are many times of year which are not included in the shadow
study. He asked about deferrals for the site specific planning. Mr. Kartush concluded by
asking Mr. Gyaltsan to continue communicating with the residents.
No one spoke in support of the application.
Nick Swerdfeger, Nick Swerdfeger Architects, spoke on behalf of the applicant. He
made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation and a handout. Mr.
Swerdfeger reviewed the background details of the application. He provided a
comparison between the application approved in December 2015 and the current
proposal. Mr. Swerdfeger reviewed the proposed zoning, required approvals and the
planning justification. He highlighted the setbacks and buffers put in place for added
privacy. Mr. Swerdfeger provided an overview of the shadow study including images
from January to December. He referred to diagrams on pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Mr. Swerdfeger reviewed the building characteristics, landscape design, and parking
plan. He concluded by offering to answer questions from the Committee.
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7.4 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
Applicant: Fifty Five Clarington & Modo Bowmanville Towns Ltd.
Report: PSD-032-17
Anne Taylor Scott, Senior Planner, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the
Committee regarding the application.
No one spoke in opposition to the application.
No one spoke in support of the application.
Enzo Bertucci, Director of Planning, Kaitlin Corporation, spoke to the application. He
thanked Staff for the report and noted that the original application was very different from
what is being presented today. Mr. Bertucci advised the Committee that he is available
to answer any questions.
Recess
Resolution #PD-087-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Mayor Foster
That the Committee recess for 10 minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 9:18 PM with Councillor Woo in the Chair.
8 Delegations
No Delegations
9 Communications - Receive for Information
There are no Communications to be received for information.
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10 Communications – Direction
Resolution #PD-088-17
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the Communication for Direction Item, be approved on consent with the exception
of Communication Item 10.4, as follows:
10.1 Bob Malone, President, Newcastle Bond Head Ratepayers
Association – Regarding Report PSD-031-17, An Application by
Gyaltsan Property Management Inc. to Relocate a Previously
Ap proved, Mixed-use Building and Increase the Height from Five
Storeys to Six Storeys, 109 King Avenue East, Newcastle
That the correspondence from the Newcastle Bond Head Ratepayers
Association, concerning the Public Meeting (Agenda Item 7.3)
regarding Report PSD-031-17, be referred to the Director of Planning
Services to be considered as part of the application review process.
10.2 Vincent Raso, Sobeys Inc. – Regarding Report PSD-031-17, An
Application by Gyaltsan Property Management Inc. to Relocate a
Previously Approved, Mixed-use Building and Increase the Height
from Five Storeys to Six Storeys, 109 King Avenue East,
Newcastle
That the correspondence from the Sobeys Inc., concerning the Public
Meeting (Agenda Item 7.3) regarding Report PSD-031-17, be referred
to the Director of Planning Services to be considered as part of the
application review process.
10.3 Richard Aubry, Redwood Properties – Regarding Report
PSD-034-17, Recommendations to Add Three Properties to the
Municipal Register
That the correspondence from Redwood Properties be referred to the
consideration of Report PSD-034-17, Recommendations to Add Three
Properties to the Municipal Register.
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10.5 Myno & Judy Van Dyke, Regarding Report PSD-031-17, an
Application by Gyaltsan Property Management Inc. to Relocate a
Previously Approved, Mixed-use Building and Increase the Height
from Five Storeys to Six Storeys, 109 King Avenue East,
Newcastle
That the correspondence from Myno & Judy Van Dyke, concerning the
Public Meeting (Agenda Item 7.3) regarding Report PSD-031-17, be
referred to the Director of Planning Services to be considered as part of
the application review process.
10.6 Alistair Shields, KLM Planning Partners Inc. - Regarding Report
PSD-036-17, Region of Durham Post Circulation Comments on
Amendment No. 107 to the Clarington Plan
That the correspondence from KLM Planning be referred to the
consideration of Report PSD-036-17, Region of Durham Post
Circulation Comments on Amendment No. 107 to the Clarington Plan.
Carried
10.4 Valentine Lovekin, Chair, Newcastle Downtown Business Improvement
Association, Regarding Report PSD-031-17, an Application by Gyaltsan
Property Management Inc. to Relocate a Previously Approved, Mixed-use
Building and Increase the Height from Five Storeys to Six Storeys, 109 King
Avenue East, Newcastle
Resolution #PD-089-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Correspondence Item 10-1 from Valentine Lovekin, Chair, Newcastle Downtown
Business Improvement Association, concerning the Public Meeting (Agenda Item 7.3)
regarding Report PSD-031-17, be referred to the Director of Planning Services to be
considered as part of the application review process.
Carried
11 Presentation(s)
No Presentations
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12 Planning Services Department Reports
12.1 PSD-029-17 An Application by George Lysyk and Salvator Risorto to Permit
the Creation of Three Building Lots for Single Detached Dwellings at 849
Townline Road North, Township of Darlington
Resolution #PD-090-17
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That Report PSD-029-17 be received;
That the proposed application for Rezoning ZBA 2017 -0010 continue to be processed
including the preparation of a subsequent report;
That staff consider the public comments received in the further processing of the Zoning
By-law Amendment; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-029-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
12.2 PSD-030-17 An Application by Brookfield Residential to Amend the Zoning
By-law to Facilitate a Temporary Homes Sales Pavilion, 995 Regional
Road 17, Newcastle
Resolution #PD-091-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report PSD-030-17 be received;
That the proposed application for Rezoning ZBA2017 -0004 by Brookfield Residential be
approved and the By-law contained in Attachment 1 to Report PSD-030-17 be adopted;
That a by-law to remove the (H) Holding Symbol be forwarded to Council once the
Minimum Distance Separation has been confirmed to comply and all the requirements of
the Clarington Official Plan are satisfied;
That the Region of Durham Planning and Economic Development Department and
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-030-17
and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-030-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
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12.3 PSD-031-17 An Application by Gyaltsan Property Management Inc. to
Relocate a Previously Approved, Mixed-use Building and Increase the
Height from Five Storeys to Six Storeys, 109 King Avenue East, Newcastle
Resolution #PD-092-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That Report PSD-031-17 be received;
That Amendment 111 to the Clarington Official Plan, including amendments to the
Newcastle Village Centre Secondary Plan, be approved to permit the development of a
six storey, mixed-use building, as contained in Attachment 1 to Report PSD-031-17;
That the Zoning By-law Amendment application to permit the development of a six
storey, mixed-use building, be approved and the By-Law as contained in Attachment 2 to
Report PSD-031-17 be passed;
That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department and
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-031-17
and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-031-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
12.4 PSD-032-17 An Application by Fifty Five Clarington Ltd. & Modo
Bowmanville Towns Ltd. (Kaitlin) to Rezone Lands to Permit Two 6-Storey
Ap artment Buildings Containing 201 Dwelling Units at 51 & 55 Clarington
Blvd. Bowmanville
Resolution #PD-093-17
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report PSD-032-17 be received;
That the proposed application for Rezoning ZBA 2017 -0003 continue to be processed
including the preparation of a subsequent report; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-032-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
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12.5 PSD-033-17 Sidewalk Patios, Parklets and Streateries
Resolution #PD-094-17
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Hooper
Report PSD-033-17 be received;
That should a restaurant in the downto wn area of Bowmanville or Newcastle wish to
implement a parklet or streatery pilot project in 2017, the application process developed
by the Town of Newmarket and the Newcastle Village Centre Urban Design Guidelines
be used;
That Council approve setting aside $15,000 from the 2017 and prior year grants
allocation for both Newcastle and Bowmanville to be used as incentive to assist a
restaurant with implementing a parklet or streatery in a similar manner to the existing
grants;
That Planning Services develop Guidelines and Approval Procedures for the approval of
privately-initiated sidewalk patios, parklets and streateries on municipal road allowances
for the 2018 summer season;
That Council provide direction on the use of either the Silver Street sideyard or the King
Street bus-stop as a 2017 municipal project for a streetscape enhancement, provided
that the Bowmanville BIA agrees to maintain any vegetation;
That the funds for the Silver Street or King Street public domain pilot project be drawn
from the 2017 Community Improvement Grants for Bowmanville; and
Council authorize staff to take all necessary actions to assist with the implementation for
the summer 2017 season.
Motion Withdrawn
Resolution #PD-095-17
Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal
That Report PSD-033-17 be received; and
That should a restaurant in the downtown area of Bowmanville or Newcastle wish to
implement a parklet or streatery pilot project in 2017, the application process developed
by the Town of Newmarket and the Newcastle Village Centre Urban Design Guidelines
be used.
Motion Withdrawn
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Resolution #PD-096-17
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That Report PSD-033-17, Sidewalk Patios, Parklets and Streateries, be referred to the
Council meeting of May 23, 2017.
Carried
12.6 PSD-034-17 Recommendation to Add Three Properties to the Municipal
Register
Resolution #PD-097-17
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report PSD-034-17 be received;
That 282 Liberty Street North be added to the Municipal Register;
That 1598 Baseline Road be added to the Municipal Register;
That 1738 Bloor Street be added to the Municipal Register; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-034-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Motion Withdrawn
Resolution #PD-098-17
Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Partner
That Report PSD-034-17 be received;
That 282 Liberty Street North be added to the Municipal Register;
That 1598 Baseline Road be added to the Municipal Register;
That 1738 Bloor Street be added to the Municipal Register; and
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That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-034-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried on the following recorded vote:
Council Member Yes No Declaration of
Interest
Absent
Councillor Cooke X
Councillor Hooper X
Councillor Neal X
Councillor Partner X
Councillor Traill X
Councillor Woo X
Mayor Foster X
12.7 PSD-035-17 An Application by Lanarose Homes Ltd. Removal of the
Holding (H) Symbol for Two Medium Density Buildings Each Containing 61
Residential Units in the Port of Newcastle
Resolution #PD-099-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report PSD-035-17 be received;
That the application submitted by Lanarose Homes Ltd. to remove the Holding (H)
symbol be approved and that the attached By-law (Attachment 1 to Report PSD-035-17)
to remove the Holding (H) symbol be passed;
That Council’s decision and a copy of Report PSD-035-17 be forwarded to the Region of
Durham and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-035-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council's decision.
Carried
12.8 PSD-036-17 Region of Durham Post Circulation Comments on Amendment
No. 107 to the Clarington Plan
Resolution #PD-100-17
Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal
That Report PSD-036-17 be received for information.
Carried
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13 New Business – Consideration
13.1 Clarington Official Plan and Orono
Resolution #PD-101-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
Whereas the proposed modifications to the adopted Clarington Official Plan include
policy 7.3.12 and 7.3.13 to support the economic development in Orono including the
preparation of an economic development strategy;
Whereas the Clarington Board of Trade has undertaken a Main Street Business
Retention and Expansion (BR&E) and Planning Services is in the process of refreshing
the Community Improvement Program (CIP) for downtowns in Clarington;
Whereas the Orono Industrial lands will offer new opportunities for economic
development in the community;
Now therefore be it resolved that the Clarington Board of Trade, together with
Municipality of Clarington Planning Department, the Region of Durham Planning and
Economic Development Department, and the Orono BIA be requested to implement the
Official Plan policies for Orono by undertaking an Economic Development Strategy and
action plan for Orono and area subject to receiving 2017-2018 Provincial funding; and
That the Clarington Board of Trade and/or the Municipal staff be authorized to apply for a
grant under the July to September intake of the provincial Rural Economic Development
(RED) program and/or any other government program to fund the Economic
Development Strategy.
Carried on the following recorded vote:
Council Member Yes No Declaration of
Interest
Absent
Councillor Cooke X
Councillor Hooper X
Councillor Neal X
Councillor Partner X
Councillor Traill X
Councillor Woo X
Mayor Foster X
Clarbgton
14 Unfinished Business
None
15 Confidential Reports
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16 Adjournment
Resolution #PD -102-17
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the meeting adjourn at 10:28 PM.
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Chair
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eputy Clerk