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REPORT
PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
Date: September 10, 2012 Resolution#: By-law#:
Report#: PSD-041-12 File#: PLN 29.10, GEA2012-001, GEA2012-002
AND GEA2012-003
Subject: APPLICATIONS UNDER THE FIT AND MICRO-FIT PROGRAM OF THE GREEN
ENERGY ACT 2009
RECOMMENDATIONS:
It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee
recommend to Council the following:
1. THAT Report PSD-041-12 be received;
2. THAT provided the application fee is received as adopted in PSD-040-12 that
Council endorse the resolution contained in Attachment 4 supporting the FIT
application by Hybridyne Power Development Corporation on behalf of the
Newcastle Golf Course, 2429 Golf Course Road;
3. THAT provided the application fee is received as adopted in PSD-040-12 that
Council endorse the resolution contained in Attachment 5 supporting the FIT
application by Solart Group on behalf of the Chris Cooper, 5659 Gilmore Road;
4. THAT the application submitted by Hay Solar Holdings for 8969 Liberty Street not
be supported; and
5. THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-041-12 be advised of Council's
decision.
Submitted by: Reviewed by: ,,C' 1J
DaviZrJ. Crome, MCIP, RPP 4 klin Wu,
Director of Planning Services Chief Administrative Officer
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5 September 2012
CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379
REPORT NO.: PSD-041-12 PAGE 2
1. BACKGROUND
1.1 The Green Energy Act of 2009 was created to support and encourage the
expansion of renewable energy sources, support energy conservation and
facilitate the expansion of the green energy job market. The FIT (feed-in tariff)
and microFIT programs were created under this legislation, and are meant to
support small and large scale clean energy generation projects which will feed
such energy back into the Ontario electrical grid, with the electricity generated
paid for by the Ontario Power Authority (OPA). Through these programs, OPA
enters into contracts with property owners and businesses to purchase the
energy produced.
1.2 The FIT program was revised earlier this year with the new rules coming in to
force August 10. As noted in Report PSD-040-12, FIT applications require a
review by Council including a Council resolution where Council is in support of an
application. Three applications under the revised FIT program have been
received seeking a Council resolution in support of the respective proposals.
2. APPLICATIONS
2.1 Hybridyne Power Development Corporation (GEA2012-001)
2.1.1 Proposal
Hybridyne has submitted a FIT application in partnership with Newcastle Golf
Course for the construction of 8500 sq/ft building with a mono-sloped roof
to be used as a new clubhouse by the golf course and construction of a second
100 Kw roof-mounted array on the roof of the new building.
2.1.2 Comments
The new clubhouse building is to be located near the tee-off area to hole number
1 in a clearing that previously contained two maintenance buildings the applicant
has advised were recently demolished. The new building will have a sloped roof
able to accommodate solar panels. The basic structure of the new building will
be constructed by Hybridyne and the Golf Course would be responsible for all
exterior and interior upgrades to meet their needs for a club house.
The following chart reviews the project against the checklist identified in Report
PSD-040-12 which provided the background on changes to the FIT and microFIT
programs.
REPORT NO.: PSD-041-12 PAGE 3
Topic Description
Strategic Plan The proposed project complies with the strategic plan's objective
Conformity of"promoting green initiatives" and promoting economic
development.
Community Although there is no specific Community Benefit identified as part
Benefit of the application, both the revenue from generating solar energy
and the construction of a new clubhouse will assist the golf
course to remain viaible and continue to host the many
tournaments throughout the golf season.
Financial Burden None identified.
on Clarington
Community Given the location and size of this project community
Consultation consultation is not warranted.
Property Use Risk Phase I of the FIT project is proposed on an existing buildings,
Mitigation while phase II would provide for the construction of a new
clubhouse building specifically designed with a sloped roof and
solar panel system. Site Plan application is required for the new
clubhouse building.
OP Policies The application is consistent with the official plan policies.
Zoning The application is consistent with the Zoning By-Law regulations.
Regulations
2.1.3 Conclusion
Staff recommend support for this application subject to payment of the application
fee as contained in Report PSD-040-12.
2.2 Hay Solar Holdings ULC (GEA2012-002)
2.2.1 Proposal
Hay Solar has requested Council support for a FIT application to construct and
operate a rooftop solar installation on a farm building to be constructed if Ontario
Power Authority awards a FIT contract. The property is at 8969 Liberty Street
North which is located in the north half of Concession 8, Part Lot 5 in the former
Township of Darlington and is owned by Domenico and Teresa Perri.
2.2.2 Comments
The property is currently vacant of any structures and is not being farmed. In
discussion with Clarington Planning Staff, the Hay Solar representative
suggested the proposed farm building containing rooftop solar mounted panels
could be used for a horse barn or implement building. The property is on the Oak
Ridges Moraine and is predominantly zoned Environmental Protection or Natural
REPORT NO.: PSD-041-12 PAGE 4
Linkage subject to the Minimum Area of Influence (MAGI) provisions. The MAGI
depicts a 90 metre area of influence from a natural heritage feature and/or
hydrologically sensitive feature and its associated minimum vegetation protection
zone area. A small, approximately 2 - 3 acre, portion of the property near the
southern limits is zoned Natural Linkage without the MAGI overlay.
The following chart reviews the project against the checklist identified in Report
PSD-040-12 which provided the background on changes to the FIT and microFIT
programs.
Topic Description
Strategic Plan The proposed project complies with the strategic plan's objective
Conformity of"promoting green initiatives". However, the proposed building
is in a land use zone that discourages development because of
potential environmental impacts.
Community No Community Benefit was identified as part of the application.
Benefit
Financial Burden Potential burden — use of building not clear.
on Clarington
Community Given the location and size of this project community
Consultation consultation is not warranted.
Property Use Risk The property is currently vacant and is not being farmed. Much of
Mitigation the property is wooded. A definitive end use for the building was
not provided with the application. A farm building may be
approved on the property subject to application for site plan
approval supported by an assessment illustrating there is no
negative impacts on the natural features. However, there has
been no consultation with municipal staff and none of these
steps have been taken.
OP Policies The official plan policies allow a barn subject to appropriate
supporting documentation.
Zoning Part of the property is zoned Environmental Protection and the
Regulations remainder is the Natural Linkage Zone, The Natural Linkage
Zone is subject to Minimum Area of Influence may allow a barn
subject to appropriate supporting documentation and site plan
approval.
2.2.3 Conclusion
Given the Environmental Protection zone and MAGI impacting the majority of the
lands and that no clear use for the building has been identified, staff do not
recommend support for this application.
REPORT NO.: PSD-041-12 PAGE 5
2.3 Solart Group (GEA2012-003)
2.3.1 Proposal
Solart is requesting Council support for rooftop solar project on existing
agricultural buildings located at 5659 Gilmore Road. The rooftop solar panels
would cover the west facing portion of the roof of one building and a portion of the
west facing section of the roof of a second building.
2.3.2 Comments
The property owned by Chris Cooper is located on the east side of Gilmore Road
south of Concession Road 6. The property is predominantly being farmed, with
the exception of a portion bisected by a water course. The property has existing
agricultural buildings proposed to be used for the roof mounted solar panels.
The following chart reviews the project against the checklist identified in report
PSD-040-12 which provided the background on changes to the FIT and microFIT
programs.
Topic Description
Strategic Plan The propose project complies with the strategic plan's
Conformity objective of"Promoting green initiatives.
Community No Community Benefit was identified as part of the
Benefit application. The application suggests that the income from
the rooftop solar units will assist in ensuring the existing
agricultural business remains viable.
Financial None identified.
Burden on
Clarington
Community Given the location and size of this project community
Consultation consultation is not warranted.
Property Use The property is currently being farmed. And the solar panels
Risk Mitigation are to be erected on existing agricultural buildings.
OP Policies The application is consistent with the official plan policies.
Zoning The application is consistent with the zoning by-law
Regulations regulations.
2.3.3 Conclusion
Staff recommend support for this application, subject to payment of the
application fee as contained in PSD-040-12.
REPORT NO.: PSD-041-12 PAGE 6
3. CONCURRENCE — Not Applicable
4. CONCLUSION
4.1 Staff recommend that Resolutions for Hybridyne Power Development Corp
(Attachment 4) and Solart Group (Attachment 5) be endorsed by Council.
CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN
The recommendations contained in this report conform to the general intent of the
following priorities of the Strategic Plan:
X Promoting economic development
Maintaining financial stability
Connecting Clarington
X Promoting green initiatives
Investing in infrastructure
Showcasing our community
Not in conformity with Strategic Plan
Staff Contact: Carlo Pellarin, Manager, Development Review Branch
Attachments:
Attachment 1 - Key Map - 2429 Golf Course Road - Newcastle Golf Course
Attachment 2 - Key Map - 8969 Liberty Street North
Attachment 3 - Key Map - 5659 Gilmour Road
Attachment 4 - Resolution for HybridynePower Generation Site B Inc
Attachment 5 - Solart Group
List of interested parties to be notified of Council's decision:
Hybridyne Power Development Corporation
Newcastle Golf Course
Chris Cooper
Solart Group
Hay Solar Holdings ULC c/o Michael Young
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Attachment 4 to
Report PSD-041-12
WHEREAS HybridynePower Generation Site B Inc. (the applicant) proposes
to construct and operate a rooftop solar array (the "Project") on existing
buildings associated with the golf course and the conference centre building
for the Newcastle Golf Course to be constructed to accommodate solar
panels on the lands at 2429 Golf Course Road (the "Lands") in the
Municipality of Clarington under the Province's FIT Program;
AND WHEREAS the Applicant has requested that Council of the Municipality
of Clarington indicate by resolution Council's support for the construction and
operation of the Project on the Property;
AND WHEREAS, pursuant to the rules governing the FIT Program (the "FIT
Rules"), Applications whose Projects receive the formal support of Local
Municipalities will be awarded Priority Points, which may result in the
Applicant being offered a FIT Contract prior to other persons applying for FIT
Contracts;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
Council of the Municipality of Clarington supports without reservation the
construction and operation of the Project on the Lands.
This resolution's sole purpose is to enable the Applicant to receive Priority
Points under the FIT Program and may not be used for the purpose of any
other form of municipal approval in relation to the Application or Project or
any other purpose.
Attachment 5
To Report PSD-041-12
WHEREAS Solart Group (the applicant) proposes to construct and operate a
rooftop solar array (the "Project") on existing farm buildings on the lands at
5659 Gilmore Road (the "Lands") in the Municipality of Clarington under the
Province's FIT Program;
AND WHEREAS the Applicant has requested that Council of the Municipality
of Clarington indicate by resolution Council's support for the construction and
operation of the Project on the Property;
AND WHEREAS, pursuant to the rules governing the FIT Program (the "FIT
Rules"), Applications whose Projects receive the formal support of Local
Municipalities will be awarded Priority Points, which may result in the
Applicant being offered a FIT Contract prior to other persons applying for FIT
Contracts;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
Council of the Municipality of Clarington supports without reservation the
construction and operation of the Project on the Lands.
This resolution's sole purpose is to enable the Applicant to receive Priority
Points under the FIT Program and may not be used for the purpose of any
other form of municipal approval in relation to the Application or Project or
any other purpose.
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