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Home My WebLink AboutPSD-043-12 Clarftwn REPORT PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: 24 September 2012 Resolution#: ' 'f By-law#: Report#: PSD-043-12 File#: PLN 29.10, GEA 2012-005 & GEA 2012-006 Subject: CERTIFIED SOLAR APPLICATION UNDER THE 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-043-12 be received; 2. THAT Council approve the resolution contained in Attachment 3 supporting FIT applications by Certified Solar on behalf of Bill Metcalf at 2185 Bloor Street and 2077 Bloor Street, Bowmanville; 3. THAT Council approve the resolution contained in Attachment 4 supporting FIT applications by Certified Solar on behalf of Terry Hollingsworth at 4240 Concession Road 4, Orono; and 4. THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-043-12 be advised of Council's decision. Submitted by: Reviewed by:( Di(vicU. Crome, MCIP, RPP Franklin Wu, Director of Planning Services Chief Administrative Office CP/NG/df 19 September 2012 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 REPORT NO.: PSD-043-12 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 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 Certified Solar— Metcalf 2.1.1 Proposal Certified Solar has submitted FIT applications in partnership with Bill Metcalf for the installation of rooftop photovoltaic (PV) contracts at 2077 Bloor Street and 2185 Bloor Street. The project at 2077 Bloor Street is for 300 kW system and is expected to include 1380 solar panels. The project at 2185 Bloor Street is for 110 kW and is expected to include 500 solar panels. Both projects are proposing roof-mounted solar panels on existing buildings. 2.1.2 Comments Certified Solar proposes applications for two separate parcels owned by Bill Metcalf. Both proposals involve installation of solar panels on existing roofs. The property at 2077 Bloor Street is where Chance Stables operates from and has significant existing roof area in the form of the riding arena and hay storage barn, hence the significant number of solar panels proposed. The proposal for the property at 2185 Bloor Street proposes to utilize an existing storage barn and newly constructed barns, hay storage and residence. This project is approximately a third of the size at 500 solar panels and 100 kW. Both properties are zoned "Agriculture (A)" in Zoning By-law 84-63. The following chart reviews the project against the Municipality's checklist identified. REPORT NO.: PSD-043-12 PAGE 3 Topic Description Strategic Plan The proposed project complies with the strategic plan's objective Conformity of"Promoting green initiatives". Community Benefit Although there is no specific community benefits identified as part of the application, the revenue from generating solar energy will assist the existing farm operation to remain viable. Financial Burden on None Clarington Community Given the location and size of this project community Consultation consultation is not warranted. Property Use Risk Both properties are currently being farmed and have existing Mitigation barns, hay storage, workshop, riding stables as well as a new residential dwelling that will be used for the installation of the solar panels. OP Policies The application is consistent with the official plan policies Zoning Regulations The application is consistent with the zoning by-law regulations 2.1.3 Conclusion Staff recommend support for this application. 2.2 Certified Solar— Hollingsworth 2.2.1 Proposal Certified Solar has submitted a FIT application in partnership with Terry Hollingsworth for the installation of rooftop photovoltaic (PV) contract at 4240 Concession Road 4, Orono. The proposal is for the installation of approximately 440 panels generating 95 kW capacity. All solar panels will be roof-mounted on existing farm buildings. 2.2.2 Comments The Hollingsworth property at 4240 Concession Rd 4 is zoned "Agricultural Exception (A-1)". The A-1 zone allows the farm use and all the buildings proposed to be used for the roof-mounted solar panels are existing. Topic Description Strategic Plan The proposed project complies with the strategic plan's objective of Conformity "Promoting green initiatives". Community Although there is no specific Community Benefit benefits identified Benefit as part of the application, the revenue from generating solar energy will assist the existing farm operation to remain viable. Financial Burden None REPORT NO.: PSD-043-12 PAGE 4 Topic Description on Clarington Community Given the location and size of this project community consultation is Consultation not warranted. Property Use Risk The property is currently being farmed and has existing barns that Mitigation will be used for placement of the solar panels. OP Policies The application is consistent with the official plan policies Zoning The application is consistent with the zoning by-law regulations Regulations 2.2.3 Conclusion Staff recommend support for this application. 3. CONCURRENCE — Not Applicable 4. CONCLUSION 4.1 Staff recommend that the resolutions for the Certified Solar Projects for Bill Metcalf and Terry Hollingsworth be endorsed. 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. REPORT NO.: PSD-043-12 PAGE 5 Attachments: Attachment 1 - Key Map - 2077 Bloor Street and 2185 Bloor Street Attachment 2 - Key Map - 4240 Concession Road 4 Attachment 3 - Resolution for Certified Solar - Bill Metcalf Attachment 4 - Resolution for Certified Solar- Terry Hollingsworth List of interested parties to be notified of Council's decision: Stephanie Loreto, Certified Solar Bill Metcalf Terry Hollingswoth 0 X 0 D 0 U) =r oCD C) = W � Property Location Map (Darlington) ,� _ �', �� - [�l{o]®- � ✓1 �' NAG a -, 1 Hwv > ^l Z 6 t o o o Subject Sites w a i BLOOR STRET . - 20177, Boor Street' 2185 Bloor Street Q 1 Q Z J O 2 0 Z D E ROAD HIGHWAY ERVICE AD Y` GEA 2012-005 �k - Certified Solar N Owner: Bill Metcalf r n ' w_ 2077 and 2185 Bloor Street �:.:. . �.. 0 X 0 D 0 U) =r oCD C) = W � 0 N CD 0 TD to v 0=r o3 c CD W N N Property Location Map(Clarke) V^ y 'a O CONCESSION ROAD 5 , . Subject {_ Site ' s '.A,• O O w U U CONCESSION ROAD 4 ti Tra# 3t 1 ❑ NVILLE w a0 a' K tom.: a a m O CONCESSION -- 11• ❑ a 1. 4240 Concession Road 4 ° . GEA 2012-006 Certified Solar �� ,�� s. K -•lM• { i _ } =—► , , -X/V Owner: Terry Hollingsworth , e�Y - " e o -o . . y > tie , 4240 Concession Road 4 4*�► . ((��, T'�. 0 N CD 0 TD to v 0=r o3 c CD W N N Attachment 3 To Report PSD-043-12 WHEREAS Certified Solar(the applicant) proposes to construct and operate a rooftop solar array (the "Project") on existing farm buildings on the lands at 2077 Bloor Street and 2185 Bloor Street, Bowmanville (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 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. i Attachment 4 To Report PSD-043-12 WHEREAS Certified Solar(the applicant) proposes to construct and operate a rooftop solar array (the "Project") on existing farm buildings on the lands at 4240 Concession Rd 4 , Orono (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 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.