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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-01-18Clar*wn Clarington Heritage Committee Minutes January 18, 2022 If this information is required in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Co-ordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131 Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee held via Microsoft Teams on January 18, 2022, at 7:00 PM. Members Present Peter Vogel, Victor Suppan, David Reesor, Councillor Ron Hooper, Myno Van Dyke (NVDHS alternate), Jason Moore (ACO), Ron Sproule, Noel Gamble, Katharine Warren (Museum) Regrets: Bob Malone (NVDHS), Steve Conway, Heather Graham Staff Present: Faye Langmaid, Sarah Allin, Planning and Development Services Guests: David Hills Re: Heritage Permit Application; 14 Concession Street W., Bowmanville Stephan Leenheer, Long Holdings Inc. Re: 41 Temperance Street, Bowmanville 1 Declaration of Interest There were no disclosures of interest stated at this meeting. 2 Land Acknowledgement Statement P. Vogel read aloud Clarington's Land Acknowledgement Statement. 3 Adoption of Agenda 22.01 By Consensus That the Agenda be adopted, as amended, by adding the following items under Business Arising: 2656 Concession Road 4. "Carried" 4 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting 22.02 By Consensus That the minutes of the November 19, 2021 Clarington Heritage Committee meeting be adopted. 5 Delegations/Presentations: "Carried" - 1 - Clarftwn Clarington Heritage Committee Minutes January 18, 2022 5.1 David Hills Re: Heritage Permit Application for 14 Concession Street W., Bowmanville (File HPA2022-01) D. Hills provided Committee members an overview of their heritage property, designated by By-law 88-172, explaining the original front pillars and porch roof have rotted and need to be repaired/replaced. A contractor with experience working on heritage homes has been retained, and advised they are not able to source wood pillars of the same size and specifications of the original pillars. The application proposes replacement of the pillars with resin replicas that will match the existing dimensions exactly. The crown of the porch, which has also rotted and requires replacement, would be removed, replicated, and replaced in kind with wood. Committee members acknowledged the challenges with wood pillars rotting from the bottom and appreciated the property owner's efforts to source heritage expertise and replace the designated porch features in like kind and quality. Resin was agreed to be a suitable substitute material in this case, given wood pillars of the same specifications were not available. Committee members also discussed the continued challenge of finding crafts/tradespeople with heritage home experience. 5.2 Stephan Leenheer, Long Holdings Inc. Re: 41 Temperance Street, Bowmanville S. Leenheer provided an overview of the Long and McQuade's business and the rationale behind the decision to purchase the former Canada Post office at 41 Temperance Street, including its vintage characteristics, location, and interior floorplan which suited their business model. It was noted the building was not in a good state of repair when Long and McQuade took possession, and they have had to remove certain hazardous substances, and address the poor condition of the curtain wall. S. Leenheer outlined the planned alterations/renovations including the removal and replacement of the curtain wall, the painting of the exterior brick, and the renovation of the interior. The presenter noted they had met with staff and discussed the potential to conserve the cultural heritage attributes of the building, and while they acknowledged the Committee's 2019 evaluation and recommendation to designate the property, the property is not designated and needs a lot of work to adapt it for Long and McQuade's intent to use the building as a retail store and music lesson facility. They indicated they would make best efforts to conserve the character of the interior stairwell, including the flooring and railing, the cut-out letters over the south exterior doors, and the existing Todd Tremeer mural affixed to the north wall. Committee members inquired about the painting of the brick and were advised the brick will be painted with a breathable paint in a charcoal grey colour to align with Long and McQuade's brand. Committee members indicated the painting of brick is generally not welcomed because it is an alteration that cannot be reversed. -2- Clar;wgtoa Clarington Heritage Committee Minutes January 18, 2022 However, the Committee appreciated the efforts to adaptively reuse the building and keep certain heritage attributes. 6 Business Arising 6.1 Heritage Permit Application for 14 Concession Street W., Bowmanville (File HPA2022-01) In accordance with the presentation and discussion on this matter outlined in subsection 5.1, the Committee made the following motion: 22.03 Moved by V. Suppan, seconded by R. Sproule That the Heritage Committee supports Heritage Permit Application File No. HPA2022-01 for 14 Concession Street W., as presented, to repair and replace the dwelling's front porch roof, frame, and pillars as a minor application to be approved by the Director of Planning and Development Services, subject to the following conditions: • That any repaired/replaced features be replicated as closely as possible; and • That the necessary replacement of designated heritage features be constructed in like material (wood), with the exception of the pillars for which resin is accepted as a reasonable substitute in this case. "Carried" 6.2 41 Temperance Street Staff advised Committee members that the presentation by S. Leenheer was intended as information to the Committee about the planned alterations of the property. The property is identified as a Primary resource on Clarington's Cultural Heritage Resources List and was evaluated and recommended for Part IV designation by the Committee in 2019. Staff was unable to advance the designation recommendation at the time because the property was under Federal ownership and not subject to the Ontario Heritage Act (provincial legislation). Staff noted that while information about the cultural heritage value and interest was provided to real estate representatives who inquired at the time the property was for sale, the current owners indicated they were unaware the property was considered a cultural heritage resource. Staff indicated the property owners were exploring ways to include a heritage area within the facility providing information about the company and the building history and were open to reusing sections of the green enamel panels from the original curtain wall within the building. The glass panel etched with the crest had been removed by Canada Post prior to selling the property; staff is unsure whether the post boxes in the vestibule are still on site. Staff had discussions about -3- Clar;wgtoa Clarington Heritage Committee Minutes January 18, 2022 conserving the heritage attributes to the extent possible given the Committee's recommendation for designation, and expressed concerns about the painting of the brick, asking that alternatives (staining) be explored. However, as the property is not currently designated, a heritage permit is not required for the planned alterations. Committee discussed the cultural heritage value and interest the property continues to possess and its significance to the community which still merit Part IV designation. Staff will seek guidance from the Ministry on moving forward with the recommendation for Part IV designation in consideration of the alterations currently underway and report back to the Committee at a subsequent meeting. 6.3 Heritage Permit Application; 29 Beech Avenue A Heritage Permit application was received for 29 Beech Avenue to repair and restore the home following a fire in 2021. The property is within the Beech Avenue Heritage Conservation District. Alterations to the front facade consist of the replacement of windows and front doors that were damaged. The Heritage Conservation District Committee was consulted in accordance with the Beech Avenue Heritage Conservation District Plan. The application can be approved by the Director of Planning and Development Services. Approval will be conditional upon the replacement windows being of the same size and style as the originals which were damaged. 6.4 Red Oak Tree at 21 Beech Avenue Staff provided an update that Council has approved the funding to do the work to preserve the tree, as recommended by the arborist report. R. McEachern recently appeared as a delegation before Council to ask that the Heritage Committee reconsider its position that the tree is sufficiently protected as a significant landscape feature within the Beech Avenue Heritage Conservation District, and requested that the tree be considered for individual designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. There has been an online petition signed by approximately 5000 persons requesting the protection of the red oak tree. Correspondence to the Heritage Committee regarding the tree has also been received and circulated to Committee members as part of the agenda package for this meeting. Council directed the matter back to the Committee for its reconsideration in light of the renewed request for the individual designation of the tree under Part IV. Committee members discussed the request, its recent evaluation of the cultural heritage value and interest of the tree in accordance with criteria for designation under Regulation 9/06, and the ongoing Municipal efforts and funding to protect and preserve the tree. Other potential opportunities to recognize the tree were put forward, including a historical information plaque. This item will be added to the next meeting agenda for further consideration. Clar;wgtoa 6.5 B/A Gas Station, Newtonville Clarington Heritage Committee Minutes January 18, 2022 V. Suppan updated the Committee with the information received from Parks Canada's Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada regarding the possibility of a national designation for the B/A Gas Station property in Newtonville. The comparable B/A Gas Station property in Saskatchewan is not currently nationally recognized. There is opportunity to pursue national designation for Newtonville's B/A Gas Station property. Designation at the Federal level under the Historic Site and Monuments Act is commemorative and does not result in protection of the property, which would require designation under the Ontario Heritage Act. The property is very well cared for and maintained by the current property owners. A federal designation would recognize the property as a significant cultural heritage site. Members of the Committee discussed reaching out to the property owners again once the pandemic situation improves, as previously they had indicated they were open to learning more about the federal designation process. To apply for federal designation agreement of the owner has to be part of the submission. 6.6 4511 Courtice Road P. Vogel has continued corresponding with the property owner regarding the conservation of the stone portion of the dwelling damaged by fire in early 2021. A party looking to move a stone house had been contacted but is no longer interested. J. Moore connected with contacts at ACO and is awaiting a response. The property owner is willing to consider alternatives to demolition. However, the cost to move and/or restore the stone structure may prove to be prohibitive. Municipal grant funding is not available in this case, as the property is not designated. Committee members indicated they would like to see the conservation of the high - quality stone, either on -site or salvaged off -site. Conservation of the structure as ruins was also brought forward, recognizing that it would have to be stabilized/secured which may also be costly. Committee members efforts towards a conservation solution are appreciated. It was noted the demolition permit has been issued. 6.7 2656 Concession Road 4, Darlington The Municipality acquired the property earlier this year. The house on the property is designated. Committee members visited the property in December 2021 to undertake an evaluation. The sub -committee will present the evaluation at a subsequent meeting. Council recently agreed to allow the house to be moved from the property in response to a resident's request, provided the CHC also supports the relocation. 3672 Clarftwn Clarington Heritage Committee Minutes January 18, 2022 A proposal to move the dwelling would be subject the applicable approvals process under the Ontario Heritage Act. No application has been filed at this time. 6.8 Fletcher Tree (Standing Item): No update 7 Correspondence and Council Referrals: 7.1 Red Oak Tree at 21 Beech Avenue: See Item 6.4, above. 7.2 Heritage Designation of Harvey Jackson Memorial Park, Kendal A request has been received from a resident of Kendal to designate Harvey Jackson Memorial Park. The request and supporting information were circulated to Committee members as part of the agenda for this meeting. F. Langmaid provided background on the park and previous interest from residents to have the park recognized. The Committee acknowledged the request, discussed additional information required to evaluate the property. It was noted at the time of the transfer of the lands into municipal ownership in the 1960s, the Council of the time approved terms of land transfer to protect the property for future generations. 8 Reports from other Committees: 8.1 Bowmanville, Newcastle, and Orono CIPs — The 2022 winter meetings will take place in February. An update will be reported at the March Committee meeting. 8.2 Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO), Clarington Branch — The decision has been made to host a virtual Doors Open event again this year. 8.3 Newcastle Village District Historical Society (NVDHS) — The Society celebrating its 40t" anniversary this year and is taking part in the planning for Newcastle's 150tn anniversary celebrations to be held in 2023. 8.4 Museum — Meetings take place quarterly. The Museum continues to operate at low capacity. Virtual tours of Waverly Place are offered online. Check out the `collection corner' on the Museum and Archives website for highlights are interesting artefacts. 8.5 Heritage Conservation District — See Item 6.3 (Heritage Permit Application; 29 Beech Ave.) 8.6 Wilmot Creek Heritage Park — Members of the Committee met with Clarington's Landscape Architect (A. Johnson) in December to go over the developer's proposed design and provide the Committee's input on the cultural heritage components. V. Suppan reached out to Chief Mowat after the meeting to invite additional input on the design and is awaiting reply. Staff will continue to work with Committee members as the park design evolves. Clarftwn 9 Project Reports 9.1 Municipal Inventory/Register: No report. 9.2 Outreach/Education Sub -committee: Clarington Heritage Committee Minutes January 18, 2022 Heritage Barn Project: Staff is updating property data and coordinating the documentation collected previously to develop the list of properties to contact as part of the reboot. J. Moore provided an overview of the project at this month's Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington meeting. 10 New Business: 10.1 Heritage Committee Terms of Reference: Clarington has a Truth and Reconciliation staff working group that has been established to look at how the Municipality could begin to move forward on a journey of reconciliation. One of the considerations is to explore opportunities to better address and incorporate Clarington's local Indigenous cultural and heritage into the Heritage Committee's work. Ideas could be incorporated into a future update to the Committee's Terms of Reference. 10.2 Heritage Incentive Grant Annual Report: In December, Council received the annual report on the Heritage Incentive Grant Program. The recommendations of the report included a recommendation to increase the funding in 2022 from $6,500 to $18,000. The increased funding will be considered as part of Council's budget deliberations at the end of January. Members of the Heritage Committee discussed the registering as a delegation to speak to the matter at the appropriate Budget meeting. Staff will provide meeting information and background. 10.3 Camp 30 OPA: In December, Council dealt with the Camp 30 (Jury Lands) Official Plan Amendment. As part of an agreement reached between the landowner and the Municipality, the cafeteria building has now been turned over to the Municipality. This item will be added to the next agenda for a more fulsome update to the Committee. 10.4 1697 Highway 2, Courtice: The dwelling on the property has been demolished. The property owner has salvaged and stored brick from the home to be incorporated into a commemorative cairn on the property. The location and design of the cairn will be considered a part of the site plan process for the redevelopment of the site. Adjournment: 9:20 p.m. Next Meeting: February 15, 2022, 7:00 p.m. -7-