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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-09-12 Special• Cbrington If this information is required in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Co-ordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131 Special Planning and Development Committee Minutes Date: September 12, 2022 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Council Chambers or Microsoft 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: J. Newman, L. Patenaude, R. Maciver, C. Salazar, F. Langmaid, K. Richardson, A. Tapp Other Staff Present: L. Backus, T. Webster, J. Circo. S. Allin, A. VanDyk 1. Call to Order Councillor Anderson called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m. 2. Land Acknowledgement 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. Public Meeting(s) 4.1 Public Meeting for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Jacob Circo, Planner I, made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Ruth Kolisnyk was present in opposition to the application. Ruth expressed concerns regarding large -density housing, wildlife, traffic, bike path, removal of trees, and infrastructure. Bonica Leung, Tribute (Courtice) Ltd. was present on behalf of the applicant. Bonica requested the application be approved and answered questions from Members of Committee. Tristan Vander -Bowers questioned the dimensions of the sales office, where the parking lot is located, and the approximate timeframe of development. Suzanne Elsta questioned if Trulls Road will be realigned and suggested lowering the speed limit. 1 Special Planning and Development Committee Minutes September 12, 2022 4.1.1 PDS-037-22 An Application to Amend Zoning By-law 84-63 to Permit a Temporary Sales Office in Courtice Resolution # PD-086-22 Moved by Councillor Hooper Seconded by Councillor Zwart That Report PDS-037-22 and any related communication items, be received for information only; That provided there are no significant concerns with the application during the Public Meeting, the application submitted by Ridgeworth Developments Inc. to change the zoning to permit a new temporary home sales office and an associated parking lot for a maximum of three (3) years be approved; That once all requirements as identified in the Staff report PDS-037-22 are satisfied, the By-law authorizing the Removal of the (H) Holding Symbol be approved; That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with respect to the Rezoning Application (ZBA2022-0011); That the Durham Regional Planning Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PDS-037-22 and Council's decision; and That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-037-22 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 4.2 Public Meeting for a Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment Amanda Tapp, Acting Manager of Development Review, made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Kelly O'Sullivan expressed her concerns regarding traffic and the intersection realignment. Councillor Neal left the meeting at 7:20 p.m. Sami Elhajjeh was present in opposition to the application. Sami expressed concerns regarding traffic and lack of community infrastructure. S. Elhajjeh questioned if foreign investors and bank investors can be limited to ensure that 90 to 100 per cent of the homes are going to residents. Ruth Kolisnyk was present in opposition to the application. Ruth expressed concerns regarding house rentals and noted that future developments should allow room for parking at the bottom of the boulevard. Councillor Neal returned to the meeting at 7:31 p.m. 2 Special Planning and Development Committee Minutes September 12, 2022 Bryce Jordan, GHD, was present on behalf of the applicant. Bryce provided an overview of the planning framework outlined in the Clarington Southeast Courtice Secondary Plan, the proposed development, and the active transportation plan. Bryce answered questions from Members of Committee. 4.2.1 PDS-038-22 Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment for 524 Residential Units, consisting of 130 Single Detached Units, 30 Semi - Detached Units, 69 Freehold Townhouses, and 295 Condominium Townhouses Resolution # PD-087-22 Moved by Mayor Foster Seconded by Councillor Neal That Report PDS-038-22 and any related communication items, be received for information only; That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with respect to the Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law applications; and That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-038-22 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 4.3 Public Meeting for a Proposed Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment Tracey Webster, Principal Planner made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Libby Racansky spoke in opposition to the application. Libby expressed concerns regarding wildlife linkages, climate change, traffic, green space, and the ecosystem. L. Racansky stated that the development should not be approved as healthy trees along Courtice Road should be protected as they could minimize runoff. Sami Elhajjeh spoke in opposition to the application. Sami expressed concerns regarding maintaining greenspace and that the development does not match the existing neighbourhoods. S. Elhajjeh stated that infrastructure must be improved and that Clarington should not allow developers to benefit when they are negligent in responding to issues. Mike DeJong spoke in opposition to the application. Mike expressed concerns regarding parking, infrastructure, roadway, and sidewalks. M. DeJong stated that it is unusual to have a wall of houses along Courtice Road. Mike noted that the public should stay engaged for future development and added that a nature trail or pathway connecting across Courtice Road should be installed for kids to safely cross. 3 Special Planning and Development Committee Minutes September 12, 2022 Robert Walker spoke in opposition to the application. Robert expressed concerns regarding snow removal, sidewalks, and traffic along Courtice Road. R. Walker questioned how many stories the proposal will be. Lisa Evelyn spoke in opposition to the application. Lisa stated that they live beside the development and questioned how they can wrap the development close around their property. Lisa expressed concerns regarding speeding and traffic. Dave Winkle questioned how to find environmental studies for the application. Doug Dearden questioned why the application was increased to 80 units and expressed concerns regarding the appearance of the development not being conducive to the existing area, sidewalks, snow clearing, and safety of residents. Ruth Kolisnyk expressed concerns regarding the width of sidewalks, overpopulated schools, and why by-laws approving development were approved during the pandemic. Deborah Miller expressed concerns regarding the proposed street and questioned if more streets will be developed. Deborah questioned if there will be a greenbelt between the abutting properties. D. Miller questioned if schools are considered in areas of new developments and answered questions from Members of Committee. Belinda Terranova spoke in opposition to the application. Belinda expressed concerns regarding the community growth, parking, sidewalk snow clearing, overpopulated schools, and traffic. Belinda stated that the construction will bring lots of dust into the air and questioned how they are going to build around the existing creek. B. Terranova stated that studies were requested but not received and requested Committee to deny the project. Tristen Vander -Bowers spoke in opposition to the application. Tristen expressed his concerns regarding the traffic, infrastructure, sidewalks, snow removal, and the safety of residents. T. Vander -Bowers stated that more discussion and revisions should be made before approval of the application. Kuok Kei Hong, Trolleybus Urban Development, was present on behalf of the applicant. Kuok Kei stated that they are proposing a family -friendly community and are looking forward to comments and feedback. K. Hong provided an overview of the background of Trolleybus and the site location and context. Kuok Kei outlined the land use permissions noting the site is designated Urban Residential, Environmental Protection Area, and Special Study Area in the Clarington Official Plan, and added that it will not negatively impact the ecological functions of natural features. K. Hong stated that medium density permits a variety of townhouse dwellings up to a maximum height of four storeys. Kuok Kei stated that they are proposing 3-storey homes. K. Hong provided an overview of the proposed plan, the timeline and next steps, and the submitted technical reports and studies. Kuok Kei answered questions from Members of Committee. 12 Special Planning and Development Committee Minutes September 12, 2022 4.3.1 PDS-039-22 Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment for Multiple Properties in the Hancock Neighbourhood, Courtice Resolution # PD-088-22 Moved by Councillor Neal Seconded by Mayor Foster That Report PDS-039-22 and any related communication items, be received for information only; That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with respect to the Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications submitted by BV Courtice Partners GP Ltd. (Trolleybus) and continue processing the applications including preparation of a subsequent report; and That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-039-22 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried Recess Resolution # PD-089-22 Moved by Councillor Traill Seconded by Mayor Foster That Committee recess for 10 minutes. Carried The Committee reconvened at 9.41 p.m. with Councillor Anderson in the Chair. 4.4 Public Meeting for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Sarah Allin, Planner I made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Adesina Bakare was called upon but was not present. Sharon Edwards spoke in opposition to the application. Sharon stated that the height of the development is too high and suggested that the development be lowered to four to twelve -storey towers. S. Edwards expressed concerns regarding the environment, climate change, air quality, increased density, traffic, and the safety of residents. Sharon stated that the vehicles will reroute to try and avoid the traffic on Bowmanville Avenue making the subdivisions more congested. S. Edwards explained that residents feel that they are not heard and that public meetings are just a formality. Sharon questioned if a vibration report was prepared. Ruth Kolisynk spoke in opposition to the application. Ruth expressed concerns regarding overpopulated schools, light pollution, and traffic along Bowmanville Avenue. 5 Special Planning and Development Committee Minutes September 12, 2022 Dave Winkle questioned if the development could provide bird -friendly requirements to prevent bird collisions. Sally Higdon expressed concerns regarding the lack of people notified of the proposal. Richard Domes, Gagnon Walker Domes Ltd. was present on behalf of the applicant. Richard provided an overview of the subject site, the existing built form, the future Bowmanville GO station, and the existing and emerging planning policy context. R. Domes highlighted the density requirements and permitted uses. Richard outlined the site plan, the landscape plan, and displayed a rendering of the gateway plaza. R. Domes provided a detailed overview of each building including height, setbacks, and tower separation. Richard explained the architectural character and materials and displayed the preliminary renderings and answered questions from Members of Committee. Suspend the Rules Resolution # PD-090-22 Moved by Mayor Foster Seconded by Councillor Neal That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to extend the meeting until 11:00 p.m. Carried 4.4.1 PDS-040-22 Application to amend the Zoning By-law to Allow the Development of Two Mixed Use Buildings at the Northwest Corner of Bowmanville Avenue and Aspen Springs Drive in Bowmanville Resolution # PD-091-22 Moved by Councillor Hooper Seconded by Councillor Neal That Report PDS-040-22, be received for information only; That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with respect to the above referenced applications; and That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-040-22 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried as Amended Later in the meeting, see following motion. n Special Planning and Development Committee Minutes September 12, 2022 Suspend the Rules Resolution # PD-092-22 Moved by Councillor Neal Seconded by Councillor Hooper That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to extend the meeting until 11:05 p.m. Carried Amendment: Resolution # PD-093-22 Moved by Councillor Neal Seconded by Councillor Hooper That the foregoing Resolution #PD-091-22 be amended to add the following at the end: That Staff be directed to provide notice within 300 meters of any future Secondary Plan Applications. Carried Main Motion as Amended: Resolution # PD-094-22 Moved by Councillor Hooper Seconded by Councillor Neal That Report PDS-040-22, be received for information only; That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with respect to the above referenced applications; That Staff be directed to provide notice within 300 meters of any future Secondary Plan Applications; and That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-040-22 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 5. Adjournment Resolution # PD-095-22 Moved by Councillor Neal Seconded by Mayor Foster That the meeting adjourn at 11:05 p.m. Carried 7