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Planning and Development Committee
Minutes
Date: November 15, 2021
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Council Members (in Chambers or MS Teams) I Members of
the Public (MS Teams)
Members Present: 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.P. Newman, L. Patenaude, R. Windle, F. Langmaid,
K. Richardson
Other Staff Present: A. Burke, A. Babista, L. Backus, N. Zambri, S. Parish, A. Tapp
1. Call to Order
Councillor Anderson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. Land Acknowledgment Statement
Councillor Jones led the meeting in the Land Acknowledgement Statement.
3. Declaration of Interest
There were no disclosures of interest stated at this meeting.
4. Announcements
Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of
community interest.
5. Public Meetings
5.1 Public Meeting for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
Nicole Zambri, Senior Planner, made a verbal presentation to accompany an
electronic presentation.
Corrine and Sam Marmara were called upon but were not present.
Cindy Parsons was called upon and was not present.
Shirley Ortins was called upon and was not present.
Rimon Philips was called upon and was not present.
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Claudio Brutto, Brutto Consulting Services, was present regarding the
application. Mr. Brutto stated that there is no requirement under the Official Plan
for an amendment. He explained the surrounding lands, outlined the
configuration, access points, setbacks, and drawings. Francesco Fiorani
provided an overview of the site location, applicable land use policies, the
Clarington official plan and zoning by-law. He explained the details of the
proposed development and provided an overview of the site plan. They
concluded by answering questions from Members of Committee.
5.1.1 PDS-056-21 Proposal for a Total of Six Semi -Detached Dwelling Units at
1558 Green Road in Bowmanville
Resolution # PD-226-21
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report PDS-056-21 and any related correspondence be received for
information only;
That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with
respect to the rezoning application; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-056-21 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
5.2 Public Meeting for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
Aibelle Babista, Planner, made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic
presentation.
No one spoke in support of or in opposition to the application.
5.2.1 PDS-057-21 An Application for Zoning By-law Amendment to Permit the
Creation of a New Lot for One Single Detached Dwelling at 3301 Trulls
Road in Courtice
Resolution # PD-227-21
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That Report PDS-057-21 and any related correspondence be received for
information only;
That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with
respect to the ZBA2021-0010 application; and
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That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-057-21 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
The Public Meeting concluded at 7:12 p.m.
6. Presentations/Delegations
6.1 Gary Mueller, Director of Planning, Amanda Bathe, Senior Planner, Michael
Blake, Senior Planner, Region of Durham Regarding Envision Durham
Overview
Gary Mueller, Director of Planning, Region of Durham was present regarding
Envision Durham Overview. Mr. Mueller provided an overview of Planning in
Ontario and stated that Envision Durham is the review of the current Regional
Official Plan. He outlined the policy review approach, their engagement and
outreach, and their theme -based discussion papers. Mr. Mueller explained the
proposed policy directions, protected major transit station areas, and the growth
management study process.
Suspend the Rules
Resolution # PD-228-21
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to extend the delegation for an
additional 5 minutes.
Carried
He provided an overview of the Durham Region growth forecast from 2016-2051,
the growth management study - phase 1, the key components of the region -wide
growth analysis, housing intensification study, and the community urban area
land needs. Mr. Mueller explained phases 1 and 2 of the management study,
outlined the next steps for 2021 and 2022, and answered questions from
Members of Committee.
Resolution # PD-229-21
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Presentation of Gary Mueller, Director of Planning, Amanda Bathe,
Senior Planner, Michael Blake, Senior Planner, Region of Durham Regarding
Envision Durham Overview, be received with thanks.
Carried
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Alter the Agenda
Resolution # PD-230-21
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Agenda be altered to consider the delegations of Sherryl Smith and
Corrine Marmara, regarding Item 5.1, Public Meeting for a Proposed Zoning By-
law Amendment at 1558 Green Road, Bowmanville, at this time.
Carried
Sherryl Smith spoke in opposition to the application. She expressed her concerns
regarding the congestion of the street and how 6 semidetached homes is
excessive and large for the area. Ms. Smith expressed her concerns regarding
the trees, parking, the lights in the front and back of her house, how the
development will impact the value of their home, and how the proposal doesn't
meet the aesthetic of the neighbourhood. Ms. Smith added that snow clearing,
and grass cutting have already been a problem for this property.
Corrinne Marmara spoke in opposition to the application. She explained that the
driveway of the proposal is in her backyard and should be moved to the other
side. She added that the area is already congested and 6 units with a minimum
12 cars is too large for the small lot. Ms. Marmara expressed her concerns
regarding privacy in her backyard, the aesthetic of the proposal and added that it
should be two storeys not 3. She stated that snow clearing, and grass cutting
have been a problem at the property and is concerned with the snowplow
backing snow onto her fence. Ms. Marmara questioned who is going to maintain
the property as there has been many slips and falls.
7. Reports/Correspondence Related to Presentations/Delegations
8. Communications
9. Staff Reports and Staff Memos
9.1 PDS-058-21 An Application by National Homes (Prestonvale) Inc. for the
Removal of (H) Holding Symbol to Permit a Total of 112 Townhouse Units
at the Northeast Corner of Prestonvale Road and Bloor Street, Courtice
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Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That Report PDS-058-21 and any related communication items, be received;
That the By-law attached to Report PDS-058-21, as Attachment 1, be approved;
That Council's decision and a copy of Report PDS-058-21 be forwarded to the
Region of Durham and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation; and
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That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-058-21 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
9.2 PDS-059-21 Environmental Stewardship - 2021 Annual Report
Resolution # PD-232-21
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That Report PDS-059-21 and any related communications be received for
information; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-059-21 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
9.3 PDS-060-21 Seasonal Sidewalk Patio Program Results 2021, Guidelines,
and Procedures
Resolution # PD-233-21
Moved by Councillor Jones
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That Report PDS-060-21 and any related communications be received for
information;
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-060-21 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
10. New Business - Consideration
11. Unfinished Business
12. Questions to Department Heads/Request for Staff Report(s)
Members of Committee asked questions to the Director of Planning and
Development Services.
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13. Confidential Items
13.1 PDS-061-21 Potential Property Acquisition
Closed Session
Resolution # PD-234-21
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Mayor Foster
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as
amended, the meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing a matter that
deals with a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the
municipality or local board.
Carried
Motion to Divide
Resolution # PD-235-21
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the following recommendation, contained in Report PDS-061-21 be divided
such that it be considered separately in open session:
That Staff be directed to proceed with the reconstruction of the boat
launch in its current location.
Carried
Rise and Report
The meeting resumed in open session at 9:32 p.m.
Councillor Anderson advised that one item was discussed in "closed" session in
accordance with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, and
one resolution was passed to provide direction to Staff.
Resolution # PD-236-21
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Mayor Foster
That the following recommendation, contained in Report PDS-061-21, be
referred to the November 22, 2021, Council Meeting in open session:
That Staff be directed to proceed with the reconstruction of the boat
launch in its current location.
Carried
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Suspend the Rules
Resolution # PD-237-21
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to add a New Business item to the
Agenda.
Motion Lost
Alter the Agenda
Resolution # PD-238-21
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 12, Questions to Department
Heads/Request for Staff Report(s), again, at this time.
Carried
Questions to Department Heads/Requests for Staff Report(s)
Resolution # PD-239-21
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That the Planning and Development Services Department report back on the
comprehensive Waterfront Strategy, including the issuance of a Request for
Proposals for consulting services and the selection of a qualified consultant, in
2022.
Yes (7): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, Councillor
Jones, Councillor Neal, Councillor Traill, and Councillor Zwart
Carried on a recorded vote (7 to 0)
14. Adjournment
Resolution # PD-240-21
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the meeting adjourn at 9.54 p.m.
Carried
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