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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-01-13 PD MinutesClarington If this information is required in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Co-ordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131 Planning and Development Committee Minutes Date: January 13, 2020 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Council Chambers, 2nd Floor Municipal Administrative Centre 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario Present Were: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor G. Anderson, Councillor R. Hooper, Councillor J. Jones, Councillor J. Neal, Councillor C. Traill, Councillor M. Zwart Staff Present: A. Allison, -, J. Gallagher, S. Gray 1. Call to Order Councillor Neal called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2. Land Acknowledgment Statement Councillor Traill led the meeting in the Land Acknowledgment Statement. 3. New Business — Introduction There were no new business items added to the Agenda. 4. Adopt the Agenda Resolution # PD-001-20 Moved by Councillor Hooper Seconded by Councillor Jones That the Agenda for the Planning and Development Committee meeting of January 13, 2020 be adopted with the following change: Carried That Item 12.1, presentation from Dana Anderson and Kelly Martel, MHBC Planning, regarding Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study — Options Analysis and Recommendations be considered before Item 8.1, Public Meeting. 1 Planning and Development Committee Minutes January 13, 2020 5. Declaration of Interest Councillor Neal declared an indirect interest in Item 8.1, Public Meeting, Item 12.1, Presentation from Dana Anderson and Kelly Martel, MHBC Planning, were present regarding Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study — Options Analysis and Recommendations and Report PSD-001-20, Proposed Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Implement the Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study. 6. Announcements Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of community interest. 7. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting 7.1 Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the Planning and Development Committee dated December 2, 2019 Resolution # PD-002-20 Moved by Councillor Zwart Seconded by Councillor Traill That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning and Development Committee meeting held on December 2, 2019, be approved. Carried 8. Public Meetings 8.1 Dana Anderson and Kelly Martel, MHBC Planning, Regarding Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study — Options Analysis and Recommendations Councillor Neal declared an indirect interest in presentation for the Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study, as it relates to his law practice. Councillor Neal left the room and refrained from discussion on this matter. Mayor Foster chaired this portion of the meeting. Dana Anderson and Kelly Martel, MHBC Planning, were present regarding Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study — Options Analysis and Recommendations. They made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Ms. Anderson defined Neighbourhood Character as collective qualities and characteristics that distinguish a particular area or neighbourhood. She provided the Committee with an outline of the study purpose and the study area. Ms. Anderson noted that the study area is focused on three established residential areas. She stated that the study process was completed in four phases. Ms. Anderson explained that Phase 1 was a background review, to understand context and existing conditions. She noted that Phase 2 was a character assessment which included, walking tours, creating an neighbourhood inventory, a public workshop, and a background study report. Ms. Anderson explained that Phase 3 was an analysis and 2 Planning and Development Committee Minutes January 13, 2020 recommendations and that Phase 4 was the final recommendations. Ms. Martel provided the Committee with an overview of the final recommendations. She provided the Committee with a visualization of the proposed changes. Ms. Anderson advised the Committee that they were available to answer questions. 8.2 Public Meeting for a Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to Implement the Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study Councillor Neal declared an indirect interest in Report PSD-001-20, Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to Implement the Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study, as it relates to his law practice. Councillor Neal left the room and refrained from discussion on this matter. Tracy Webster, Planner, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. Ken Hoy, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Hoy advised the Committee that he is concerned with the recommendation regarding the garage size. He noted that a 1.5 garage on a 60 foot lot is not enough parking for a lot that size and that this recommendation would diminish property values. Steve Hennesey, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Hennesey explained that he is concerned with Area 3 of the study and how it will delay development. He stated that the comparison municipalities used in the study are not consistent with the Municipality of Clarington. Mr. Hennesey noted that the reduction in setback and area will affect property values. James Rook, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Rook is concerned with the recommendation regarding the size of garages. He explained that he would like to convert his detached garage to an attached garage, and if the recommendation is approved he would have to apply for a minor variance. Chris Vesters, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Vesters is concerned with that the recommendations will hinder new development on current properties in the area. Peggy Clark, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Ms. Clark is concerned with how the recommendations do not mention climate change. She would like the recommendations to include reports and consideration to potential flooding and drainage issues. Eileen Mapili, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Ms. Mapili is concerned with the environmental impact of the recommendations. She noted that all neighbourhoods have been developed around vehicles. Ms. Mapili explained that the Municipality needs to begin to think about planning for the future. She noted that she is concerned with the ability to provide more housing opportunities, and that multiple homes should be allowed on larger properties. Thorsten Koseck, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Koseck explained that he is concerned with the municipalities used as comparatives and would like to know what was adopted from those municipalities 3 Planning and Development Committee Minutes January 13, 2020 as best practices. He stated that he appreciated the feedback in the report but would like to know how it aligns with the Municipality of Clarington's strategic plan. Mr. Koseck expressed that, when sending out notices to residents that the Municipality, the Municipality could save paper by printing double sided and in black and white. Patti Thompson, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Ms. Thompson stated that she is concerned with the recommendations. She noted that she would like to sever her lot in the future and the recommendations may restrict her from doing so. Ms. Thompson explained that she would like to preserve the heritage and culture of Bowmanville. She advised the Committee that developers will not buy properties based on these recommendations. Ms. Thompson is concerned that the value of her property will be reduced based on these recommendations. Dave Crozier, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Crozier explained that he is concerned with the recommendations and specifically allotted garage size. He advised the Committee that these recommendations will not draw people into investing in the community. Mr. Crozier urged the Committee to look at how the recommendations affect the value of residents homes. He mentioned that the comparative municipalities seemed to be selective and not representative of the Municipality of Clarington. Emidio DiPalo, Durham Region Home Builders' Association (DRHBA), spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. DiPalo stated that he is concerned with the area coverage and garage sizes. He noted that the DRHBA was never approached to provide feedback during the study and would like to be kept informed in the future. James Rook, local resident, spoke in support of the application. Mr. Rook explained that he supports the concept of the study and that it has not been done in isolation. He stated that the recommendations will preserve the character of the neighbourhood. Jon Gale, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Gale explained that he is concerned with the fence height restrictions. He noted that his pool is no longer private now that a tall house has been built behind them. Alter the Agenda Resolution # PD-003-20 Moved by Councillor Anderson Seconded by Councillor Hooper That the Agenda be altered to consider Report PSD-001-20, after the Public Meeting portion of the Agenda. Carried 12 Planning and Development Committee Minutes January 13, 2020 Recess Resolution # PD-004-20 Moved by Councillor Traill Seconded by Councillor Jones That the Committee recess for 5 minutes. Carried The meeting reconvened at 8:48 PM with Mayor Foster in the Chair. 8.3 PSD-001-20 - Proposed Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Implement the Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study Councillor Neal declared an indirect interest in Report PSD-001-20, Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to Implement the Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study, as it relates to his law practice. Councillor Neal left the room and refrained from discussion on this matter. Resolution # PD-005-20 Moved by Councillor Hooper Seconded by Councillor Traill That Report PSD-001-20 be received; That the final recommendations of the Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study be received for information; That the recommendations contained in Section 6.3.1 relating to Trees be forwarded to the Operations Department for consideration; That the recommendations contained in Section 6.3.2 relating to Heritage be forwarded to the Clarington Heritage Committee for consideration; That the proposed applications for an Official Plan Amendment COPA2019-0002 and Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA2019-0019 continue to be processed including the preparation of a subsequent report; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-001-20 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried Later in the Meeting, see following motion Resolution # PD-006-20 Moved by Councillor Hooper Seconded by Councillor Jones That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Members of Committee to speak to the foregoing resolution for a second time. Carried The foregoing resolution #PD-005-20 was then put to a vote and carried. 5 Planning and Development Committee Minutes January 13, 2020 Recess Resolution # PD-007-20 Moved by Councillor Traill Seconded by Councillor Jones That the Committee recess for 5 minutes. Carried The meeting reconvened at 9:30 PM with Councillor Neal in the Chair. 9. Delegations There were no Delegations. Councillor Neal returned to the meeting and chaired the meeting. Mayor Foster left the chair. 10. Communications — Receive for Information Resolution # PD-008-20 Moved by Mayor Foster Seconded by Councillor Jones That Communication Items 10.1 and 10.2, be received on consent. Carried 10.1 Ralph Walton, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Region of Durham, Regarding Authorization to Initiate a Comprehensive Review for the Design of a Proposed Community Improvement Plan for Durham Region 10.2 Ralph Walton, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Region of Durham, Regarding Envision Durham - Housing Policy Planning Discussion Paper 11. Communications — Direction 11.1 Kevin Narraway, Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk, Town the Whitby, regarding Regional Heritage Property Tax Rebate Resolution # PD-009-20 Moved by Mayor Foster Seconded by Councillor Traill That the Communication Item 11.1, be referred to the General Government Committee of January 27, 2020. Carried A Planning and Development Committee Minutes January 13, 2020 11.2 Bethany McMahon, Administrative Assistant, Town of Deep River, Regarding Premiers to Develop Nuclear Reactor Technology Resolution # PD-010-20 Moved by Mayor Foster Seconded by Councillor Hooper That the following resolution from The Town of Deep River, regarding Premiers to Develop Nuclear Reactor Technology, be endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington: Be it resolved that the CBC News report entitled "Group of premiers band together to develop nuclear reactor technology", be received, and Whereas the Premiers of Ontario, Saskatchewan and New Brinswick have announced their intention to work together on the development of small modula reactors to help their provinces reduce carbon emissions and address the challenges of climate change; Whereas Canada has demonstrated excellence and leadership in the nuclear industry on the world stage for more than 70 years; Whereas the Canadian nuclear industry is one of the safest and most well - regulated energy sectors in the world under the oversight of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission; Whereas the citizens of Ontario have enjoyed the benefits of safe, clean, low -carbon energy produced by Ontario's nuclear industry for over 50 years; Whereas small modular reactors have the potential to provide municipalities, especially rural and northern municipalities, with an innovative technology that provides a safe, \ow -carbon alternative to meet energy demands; therefore, Be it resolved the Town of Deep River write to the Premiers of Ontario, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick to express support for their decision to work together on the development of small modular reactor technology as a safe, low- carbon energy option; That the Town of Deep River write to the Prime Minister of Canada, Minister of Natural Resources, and the remaining provincial premiers asking that they support investment in the research and development of small modular reactor technology as an innovative, safe, low -carbon energy option; and That this resolution be circulated to all upper and lower -tier municipalities in Ontario, and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, for their consideration. Carried 7 Planning and Development Committee Minutes January 13, 2020 12. Presentations 12.1 Dana Anderson and Kelly Martel, MHBC Planning, Regarding Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study — Options Analysis and Recommendations The presentation from Dana Anderson and Kelly Martel, MHBC Planning, Regarding Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study — Options Analysis and Recommendations was considered earlier in the meeting before the public meeting portion of the agenda. 13. Planning Services Department Reports 13.1 PSD-001-20 -Proposed Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Implement the Bowmanville Neighbourhood Character Study Report PSD-001-20 was considered earlier in the meeting during the public meeting portion of the agenda. 13.2 PSD-002-20 - An Application by Bowmanville Village Inc. for a Removal of Holding Resolution # PD-011-20 Moved by Councillor Traill Seconded by Councillor Hooper That Report PSD-002-20 be received; That the application submitted by Bowmanville Village Inc. to remove the Holding (H) symbol be approved as contained in Attachment 1 to Report PSD-002-20; That Council's decision and a copy of Report PSD-002-20 be forwarded to the Region of Durham and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-002-20 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 14. New Business — Consideration 15. Unfinished Business 16. Confidential Reports Planning and Development Committee Minutes January 13, 2020 17. Adjournment Resolution # PD-012-20 Moved by Councillor Hooper Seconded by Councillor Jones That the meeting adjourn at 9:44 PM. Carried l =-C. it e ufy Clerk