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Minutes
June 26, 2017
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Minutes of a meeting of the Planning and Development Committee held on Monday,
June 26, 2017 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers.
Present Were: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor S. Cooke, Councillor R. Hooper,
Councillor J. Neal until 10:27 PM, Councillor W. Partner, Councillor W. Woo
Regrets: Councillor C. Traill
Staff Present: C. Clifford, D. Crome, A. Greentree, C. Pellarin, K. Richardson, C.
Salazar, J. Gallagher
1 Call to Order
Councillor Woo called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
2 New Business – Introduction
There were no new business items added to the Agenda.
3 Adopt the Agenda
Resolution #PD-130-17
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster
That the Agenda for the Planning and Development Committee meeting of June 26,
2017 be adopted as presented.
Carried
4 Declarations of Interest
Councillor Hooper declared an interest in the public meeting Agenda Item 7.1 and Report
PSD-047-17 (Agenda Item 12.1) related to the SmartREIT to rezone the subject lands to
accommodate a 25,360 square metre retail outlet centre, Baseline Road, Bowmanville.
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-131-17
Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning and Development Committee,
held on June 5, 2017, be approved.
Carried
Resolution #PD-132-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the minutes of the special meeting of the Planning and Development Committee,
held on June 20, 2017, be approved.
Carried
7 Public Meetings
7.1 An Application by SmartREIT to Rezone the Subject Lands to Accommodate
a 25,360 Square Metre Retail Outlet Centre, Baseline Road, Bowmanville
Applicant: SmartREIT
Report: PSD-047-17
Councillor Hooper declared an interest in this matter as he owns a business in the
downtown core. Councillor Hooper left the meeting and refrained from discussion and
voting.
Paul Wirch, Planner II, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee
regarding the application.
Eric Knott, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Knott explained why
he chose to purchase a home in Bowmanville. He stated that he does not believe that
the development will benefit Bowmanville as he believes that it will ruin the small town
feel and increase crime in the area. Mr. Knott stated that he believes that the land
should be given back to the community for a hospital or school. He suggested that the
outlet mall could be developed in Newcastle as the proposed location is too close to the
malls located in Oshawa. Mr. Knott stated that he does not want Bowmanville to lose the
historic family friendly feel. He concluded by stating that he enjoys attending the many
local downtown festivals and that he believes that the development will destroy the Town
of Bowmanville.
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Sharon Edwards, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Ms. Edwards
stated that she is concerned about decreasing property values as a result of the
development. She stated that she supports the local stores and believes that this type of
development will negatively impact the local stores. Ms. Edwards added that she is
concerned about increased traffic and noise in the area. She stated that she is also
concerned about this development being located in a flood plain. Ms. Edwards noted
that St. Marys Cement blasts twice a week and asked whether the development will
affect the blasting from St. Marys Cement or vice versa. She concluded by stating that,
in her experience, other outlet malls are usually not located next to subdivisions.
Tony Steele, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Steele stated that
he is concerned about the effect of the increased traffic on the entrance into his
neighbourhood because currently the only exit is Lockhart Gate. He suggested an
extension of John Scott Avenue to Spry Avenue.
Lori Allin, local business owner, spoke in opposition to the application. Ms. Allin stated
that she is concerned about the impact on downtown businesses as well as increased
traffic from Highway 401. She cited examples of the impact of increased traffic in the
Halton Hills area as a result of the outlet mall located in that municipality. After the
square footage was clarified, Ms. Allin stated that she is concerned about the large size
of a proposed 273,000 square foot development.
Gord Gill, local business owner and resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr.
Gill explained that he understood the application to be an increase in square footage as
well as changes to allow for additional types of business to “complement the outlet mall
experience”. He asked whether the additional types of business would include a
children’s indoor play place, large family indoor entertainment center or food business,
as these may impact his business.
Tenzin Shomar, local resident and member of the Durham Youth Council, spoke in
opposition to the application. Mr. Shomar stated that he supports the development in
that it may increase youth employment. However, he added that his family owns a local
business which he believes would be negatively impacted by the proposed development.
Mr. Shomar urged a strong consultation process, prior to the building, including the BIA
and other organizations in order to ensure that the outlet centre is viable. He stated that
he would like to see the Municipality of Clarington investing in the downtown in addition
to the funds put forward to expedite the Highway 401 interchange.
Jim Boate, member of Durham Region Cycling Coalition (DRCC) and the Clarington
Cycling Club, was present to comment on the application. He made a verbal
presentation to accompany his PowerPoint presentation. Mr. Boate reminded the
Committee that the proposed outlet centre will result in increased traffic. As a result, the
cycling groups are requesting an extension of the Valleys 2000 Trail to connect to the
Great Lakes Waterfront Trail. He explained that this will reduce the unsafe conditions
that exist when cyclists exit the Valleys 2000 Trail at Baseline Road. Mr. Boate added
that they are also requesting bike lanes on Baseline Road between Waverley Road and
Liberty St. including in the outlet mall parking lot. Mr. Boate explained the software
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application, “Global heat map”, which is used by cyclists to find safe routes, which
demonstrates there is greater use of the Oshawa trail versus the Valleys 2000 Trail. He
explained that the difference is that the Clarington trail must cross the busy Baseline
Road. Mr. Boate provided examples of active transportation routes or valley creek trails
from Oshawa and Kingston. He explained that currently Clarington has no safe active
transportation trails. Mr. Boate stated that the cycling groups feel that Clarington needs
to build on the existing trail system by adding valley creek trails. He highlighted the
following benefits of his proposal: car free option to the mall; safe connections; attract
tourism; and new residents will welcome alternative options of travel. Mr. Boate stated
that he believes that partnerships with active transportation groups like Bike Friendly and
DRCC are important stakeholders in communities. He suggested that, by working
together, it is possible to create a force for positive change in the municipality. Mr. Boate
concluded by stating that expansion is inevitable, commercial development can be green
and healthy, and that it is important to include active transportation routes when planning
development.
Ornella Richichi, Executive Vice President, Land Development, SmartREIT, was present
to speak about the application. She made a verbal presentation to accompany her
PowerPoint presentation. Ms. Richichi explained there were other SmartREIT
representatives also present at the meeting. She provided the Committee with
background on the proposed development. Ms. Richichi noted that the transportation
infrastructure and the flood plain issue were identified as part of their investigation. She
reminded the Committee that a private-public partnership was put in place to expedite
the Highway 401 interchange to improve the transportation infrastructure. Ms. Richichi
explained the proposal as it relates to the preliminary trail plan for the area. She
provided the Committee with a list of economic benefits including tourism, future
development, property tax revenues, permanent employment generations (estimate 610
full time equivalent jobs), development charge revenue, and commercial construction
investment (estimated $85-$86 million). Ms. Richichi noted that there are 206,500
square feet of retail currently permitted and that this proposal is requesting permission to
add personal service shops and fitness centres uses. She provided the Committee with
the project timeline, which is expected to result in a grand opening in summer, 2020.
Ms. Richichi provided some examples of the proposed built form by way of photos within
her presentation.
Recess
Resolution #PD-133-17
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the Committee recess for 5 minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 8:54 PM with Councillor Woo in the Chair. Councillor
Hooper returned to the meeting.
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7.2 An Application by Soroya Yule and Spencer Yule to amend the Official Plan
and Zoning By-law to permit an apartment-in-house within a new addition to
the existing dwelling on a rural residential property located at 4443
Concession Road 5.
In the interest of expediency, Councillor Woo asked whether there was anyone present
to speak in opposition to or in support of the application.
No one was present to speak in opposition to or in support of the application. As a
result, the planner did not make a presentation.
Spencer Yule, applicant, was present to speak about the application and answered
questions from the Committee.
7.3 A Proposal by the Municipality of Clarington to rezone lands to remove the
exception permitting an auto auction at 50 Osborne Road, former Manheim
Auto Auction
Amanda Watson, Planner 1, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee
regarding the application.
Ian Mathany, counsel for Manheim Auto Auction, was present to speak in opposition to
the application. Mr. Mathany provided the Committee with background on the Manheim
Auto Auction and the subject lands and land uses. He advised that this rezoning has
frustrated the sale of their property. Mr. Mathany stated that his client is completely
opposed to the application. He added that he has only recently (June 20, 2017) learned
of the application. Mr. Mathany concluded by urging the Municipality to work with
Manheim Auto Auction to achieve a mutually agreeable conclusion.
8 Delegations
8.1 Delegation of Theresa Vanhaverbeke, Newcastle Lodge for Senior
Dwellings, Regarding Report PSD-052-17, An Application by Newcastle
Lodge for Senior and Family Dwellings to Construct a four Storey
Residential Building on King Avenue East, Newcastle.
Theresa Vanhaverbeke, Newcastle Lodge for Senior Dwellings, was present to address
the concerns raised at a recent public meeting concerning their application. Ms.
Vanhaverbeke explained that the application has changed from a six to a four storey, 52
apartment building with increased setbacks in order to address the concerns by the
neighbours to the east and south, especially regarding shadowing and privacy concerns.
She added that they have worked closely with Staff and support the recommendations
contained within Report PSD-052-17. Ms. Vanhaverbeke noted that two board members
were present in the audience.
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9 Communications - Receive for Information
There are no Communications to be received for information.
10 Communications – Direction
10.1 John A. Roznik – Request to Extend the Use of Temporary Living Quarters
at 1093 Gifford Road, Clarke
Resolution #PD-134-17
Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the request from John A. Roznik to extend the use of temporary living quarters at
1093 Gifford Road, Clarke for six months be approved, subject to the signing of a further
Letter of Undertaking.
Carried
10.2 Ian Mathany, BLG – Regarding Report PSD-049-17, A Proposal by the
Municipality of Clarington to Rezone Lands to Remove the Exception
Permitting an Auto Auction at 50 Osborne Road, Former Manheim Auto
Auction
Resolution #PD-135-17
Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the correspondence from Ian Mathany, BLG, concerning the Public Meeting
(Agenda Item 7.3) regarding Report PSD-049-17, be referred to the Director of Planning
Services to be considered as part of the application review process.
Carried
11 Presentation(s)
No Presentations
12 Planning Services Department Reports
12.1 An Application by SmartREIT to rezone the subject lands to accommodate a
25,360 square metre retail outlet centre, Baseline Road, Bowmanville
Councillor Hooper declared an interest in this matter as he owns a business in the
downtown core. Councillor Hooper left the meeting and refrained from discussion and
voting.
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Resolution #PD-136-17
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report PSD-047-17 be received;
That staff consider the public comments received in the further processing of the
application for rezoning (ZBA 2017-0016) including the preparation of a subsequent
report; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-047-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Motion 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
Mayor Foster X
Councillor Woo X
Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting.
12.2 An Application by Soroya Yule and Spencer Yule to amend the Official Plan
and Zoning By-law to permit an apartment-in-house within a new addition to
the existing dwelling on a rural residential property located at 4443
Concession Road 5
Resolution #PD-137-17
Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Partner
That Report PSD-048-17 be received;
That the Official Plan Amendment Application (COPA 2017-0009), submitted by Soroya
and Spencer Yule, be closed;
That the Zoning By-law Amendment Application (ZBA2017-0017), submitted by Soroya
and Spencer Yule, be approved and that the appropriate by-law be forwarded to Council
for adoption; and
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That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-048-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
12.3 A Proposal by the Municipality of Clarington to rezone lands to remove the
exception permitting an auto auction at 50 Osborne Road, former Manheim
Auto Auction
Resolution #PD-138-17
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That Report PSD-049-17 be received for information.
Motion lost on the following recorded vote:
Council Member Yes No Declaration of
Interest
Absent
Councillor Partner X
Councillor Traill X
Mayor Foster X
Councillor Cooke X
Councillor Hooper X
Councillor Neal X
Councillor Woo X
Resolution #PD-139-17
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report PSD-049-17, regarding a Proposal by the Municipality of Clarington to
rezone lands to remove the exception permitting an auto auction at 50 Osborne Road,
former Manheim Auto Auction, be referred back to staff.
Carried
12.4 Designated Heritage Property Alteration Request - 5565 Old Scugog Road
Resolution #PD-140-17
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
That Report PSD-050-17 be received;
That permission be granted to add a second floor addition, above an existing one storey
portion, on the east side of the house on the property identified as 5565 Old Scugog
Road, Hampton, in accordance with Section 33(4) of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
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That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-050-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
12.5 King Street Streetscape Project in Bowmanville
Resolution #PD-141-17
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report PSD-051-17 be received;
That Council approve $100,000 funding, as an upset limit, from the Community
Improvement Plan Reserve Fund for the implementation of the King Street streetscape
project; and
That the Historic Downtown Bowmanville BIA be notified of Council’s decision.
Carried
12.6 An Application by Newcastle Lodge for Senior and Family Dwellings to
Construct a four Storey Residential Building on King Avenue East,
Newcastle
Resolution #PD-142-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report PSD-052-17 be received;
That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by Newcastle Lodge for
Senior and Family Dwellings be approved as contained in Attachment 1 to
Report PSD-052-17;
That the file COPA 2017-0002 be closed, as an amendment to the Clarington Official
Plan is not required to permit the proposed revised residential building addition;
That, through Site Plan submission, the owners be required to incorporate appropriate
architectural details in the design of the addition and/or erect a suitable plaque as part of
the design of the building addition to commemorate the history of the property at
153 King Avenue East;
That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department and
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-052-17
and Council’s decision; and
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That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -052-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council's decision.
Carried
12.7 Designated Heritage Property Alteration Request — 1640 Concession Road 9
Resolution #PD -143-17
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That Report PSD -053-17 be received;
That permission be granted to allow for the original double hung gothic windows of
coloured and etched glass to be replaced with new wooden windows and to allow the
sponge grain finished wainscoting to be painted on the property identified as
1640 Concession Road 9, Enfield, in accordance with Section 33(4) of the Ontario
Heritage Act; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -053-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council's decision.
Carried
12.8 Declaration of Surplus Property, 155 Baseline Road, Bowmanville
Resolution #PD -144-17
Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That Report PSD -054-17 be received;
That Council declare approximately 6.02 acres of the property identified as 155 Baseline
Road, and shown in Figure 1 of Report PSD -054-17, as surplus and offered for sale to
the adjacent property owner at terms to be negotiated, including that there be no net loss
in flood storage capacity for the floodplain; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -054-17 and any delegations be advised
of Council's decision.
Carried
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12.9 Provincial Release of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe,
the Greenbelt Plan and the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan — 2017
Councillor Neal left the meeting at 10:27 PM.
Resolution #PD -145-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report PSD -055-17 be received for information.
Carried
13 New Business — Consideration
There were no New Business Item to be considered under this Section of the Agenda.
14 Unfinished Business
None
15 Confidential Reports
There were no Confidential Reports scheduled under this Section of the Agenda.
16 Adjournment
Resolution #PD -146-17
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the meeting adjourn at 110¢:3344 PM.
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