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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/20/2014 claringtoll Leading the Way GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE DATE: January 20, 2014 TIME: 9:30 A.M. PLACE: COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUDIO RECORD: The Municipality of Clarington makes an audio record of General Purpose and Administration Committee meetings. If you make a delegation/presentation to a General Purpose and Administration Committee meeting, the Municipality will be audio recording you and will make the recording public by publishing the recording on the Municipality's website. 1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER 2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. ANNOUNCEMENTS 4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING(S) (a) Minutes of a Regular Meeting of January 6, 2014 4-1 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS No Public Meetings 6. DELEGATIONS (Draft List at Time of Publication —To be Replaced with Final 6-1 List) (a) Valerie Cranmer, Valerie Cranmer and Associates, Regarding Report PSD-009-14, Regarding An Application for a Clarington Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Allow Camping on Lands Adjacent to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (b) Susan Lloyd Swail, Regarding Report PSD-009-14, Regarding An Application for a Clarington Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Allow Camping on Lands Adjacent to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (c) Vic Suppan Regarding Report PSD-006-14, An Application to Repeal Heritage Designation, 210 King Avenue West, Newcastle Village CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 G.P. & A. Agenda - 2 - January 20, 2014 7. PRESENTATIONS (a) Mirka Januszkiewicz, Director of Waste Management Services, Regional Municipality of Durham, Regarding Waste Diversion (b) Pam Lancaster, Stewardship Technician, Source Water Protection Technician/Communications, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, Regarding Clean Water— Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Within the Municipality of Clarington and the Regional Municipality of Durham (c) Ken Towle, Watershed Ecologist, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA), Regarding GRCA Natural Heritage Strategy 8. PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT (a) PSD-006-14 An Application to Repeal Heritage Designation 8-1 210 King Avenue West, Newcastle Village (b) PSD-007-14 Year End Report on Planning Activities for 2013 8-11 (c) PSD-008-14 Conservation Ontario Whitepaper "Watershed 8-40 Management Futures for Ontario" and Toronto Region Conservation Authority Draft "Living City Policies" (d) PSD-009-14 An Application for a Clarington Official Plan Amendment 8-47 and Rezoning to Allow Camping on Lands Adjacent to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park Applicant: Republic Live Inc. 9. ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT (a) EGD-001-14 Boswell Drive, Bowmanville, Plans 40R-24933 and 9-1 40R-25495, `Certificate of Acceptance' and `Assumption By-law' for Boswell Drive Works (b) EGD-002-14 Birchdale Subdivision Phase 3, Courtice, Plan 40M-2384 9-6 'Certificate of Acceptance' and 'Assumption By-law', Final Works Including Roads and Other Related Works (c) EGD-003-14 Courtice Homestead Subdivision, Courtice, Plan 9-11 40M-2419 'Certificate of Acceptance' and 'Assumption By-law', Final Works Including Roads and Other Related Works (d) EGD-004-14 Monthly Report on Building Permit Activity for 9-16 November, 2013 G.P. &A. Agenda - 3 - January 20, 2014 (e) EGD-005-14 Monthly Report on Building Permit Activity for 9-23 December, 2013 (f) EGD-006-14 Old Scugog Road Culvert Replacement Bowmanville 9-30 Contract No. CL2013-09 10. OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT No.Reports 11. EMERGENCY AND FIRE SERVICES DEPARTMENT No Reports 12. COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT No Reports 13. MUNICIPAL CLERK'S DEPARTMENT (a) CLD-003-14 Appointment to Newcastle Arena Board 13-1. (b) CLD-004-14 Municipal Law Enforcement Service Levels 13-4 14. CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT No Reports 15. FINANCE DEPARTMENT No Reports 16. SOLICITOR'S DEPARTMENT No Reports 17. CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE (a) CAO-001-14 Long-Term Potential of a Boat Launch in Bowmanville 17-1 18. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None 19. OTHER BUSINESS G.P. &A. Agenda - 4 - January 20, 2014 20. COMMUNICATIONS None 21. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS No Reports 22. ADJOURNMENT Cla�in�ton Leading the Way General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 Minutes of a meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on Monday, January 6, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers. ROLL CALL Present Were: Mayor A. Foster Councillor R. Hooper Councillor M. Novak Councillor J. Neal Councillor W. Partner Councillor C. Traill arrived at 11:11 a.m. Councillor W. Woo Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Municipal Solicitor, A. Allison Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Director of Planning Services, D. Crome Director of Operations, F. Horvath Director of Corporate Services & Human Resources, M. Marano Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor Director of Emergency & Fire Services, G. Weir Deputy Clerk, A. Greentree Committee Coordinator, J. Gallagher Mayor Foster chaired this portion of the meeting. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated at this meeting. ANNOUNCEMENTS Councillor Novak announced the Durham Region 40th Anniversary Launch on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at Durham Region Headquarters in Whitby in the Upper Galleria, Councillor Partner announced the Kendal Lions Club's Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014. - 1 - 4-1 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 Councillor Woo announced the Clarington Polar Bear Swim on Wednesday, January 1, 2014 at the Newcastle/Old Bond Head beachfront with 50 participants raising awareness for the need for organ and tissue donation and to raise money for the Sick Kids Foundation for research into pediatric liver disease. Councillor Hooper announced that the 2014 Winter Clarington Library Guide is available. Mayor Foster announced the following upcoming events: • Durham Region Cattlemen's Association Dinner on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. • Municipality of Clarington's New Year's Levee on Sunday, January 12, 2014 between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. • John O'Toole's New Year's Levee on Sunday, January 12, 2014 between 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. at Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre. Members of Council collectively thanked Staff and external agencies for their dedication, hard work, and efforts during the recent storm. MINUTES Resolution #GPA-001-14 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the minutes of the regular meeting held on December 9, 2013, and the minutes of the Special Meeting held on December 10, 2013 of the General Purpose and Administration (GPA) Committee be approved with the following amendment to the December 9 GPA minutes: Add the word "perceived" prior to the words "pecuniary interest" where Councillor Neal declared an interest, on Pages 1, 11, and 20. CARRIED Councillor Woo chaired this portion of the meeting. - 2 - 4-2 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 PUBLIC MEETING (a) Subject: Applications for Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Condominium Applicant: H & H Properties Inc. Report: PSD-001-14 Cindy Strike., Senior Planner, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. No one spoke in opposition to or in support of the application. Glen Genge, D.G. Biddle & Associates, was present representing the applicant, to answer questions regarding the application. He informed the Committee that no significant issues were raised at a recent public meeting. Mr. Genge assured the Committee that he will provide an answer on whether the townhouses are bungalows. Katrina Metzner, H&H Properties Inc., was also present representing the applicant. She confirmed that the townhouses are bungalows. Ms. Metzner confirmed that nine of the ground level units will be wheelchair accessible. (b) Subject: Applications for Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Applicant: Brookfield Homes (Ontario Limited) Report: PSD-002-14 Cindy Strike, Senior Planner, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. James MacDonald, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. He presented a petition from nine area residents expressing "their opposition to any and all extensions to the maximum three year period and asking that the existing new homes sales facility be removed". Mr. MacDonald stated that he was concerned that the maximum number of three years had already been reached and asked that the application not be approved, with no extension given and further that the sales office be removed. He stated that his concerns are traffic, garbage, noise, dust, and light pollution. No one spoke in support of the application. Aidan Dekkema, Brookfield Homes, was present representing the applicant. He stated that he was unaware of Mr. MacDonald's concerns. Mr. Dekkema confirmed that he will speak with his colleagues to determine whether they can mitigate the dust and light issues. - 3 - 4-3 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 Mayor Foster chaired this portion of the meeting. DELEGATIONS DELEGATION OF BILL PEEL REGARDING POSSIBLE CLARINGTON OLDER ADULTS ASSOCIATION SPACE AT THE COURTICE COMMUNITY COMPLEX Bill Peel was present regarding possible Clarington Older Adults Association (COAA) space at the Courtice Community Complex (CCC). He provided the Committee with some background information regarding he and his wife as it relates to facilities for older adults in the Courtice area. Mr. Peel summarized that he and his wife are looking for physical, social, and mental opportunities for older adults. He questioned the amount of money put into soccer fields when the older adult population in Courtice is growing (approximately 1/3 of the Courtice population or 26,000 people, according to his information). Mr. Peel asked what studies have been conducted to address the needs of Courtice older adults. He also asked if there is a plan fora facility to accommodate older adults in Courtice. Mr. Peel stated that he hoped that there could be a mutual agreement with the Library to accommodate older adults at the CCC. He also stated that he hopes that the Municipality will consider hiring a member of staff dedicated to serving the needs of older adults in Courtice. DELEGATION OF ANGIE DARLISON, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CLARINGTON OLDER ADULTS ASSOCIATION, REGARDING POSSIBLE CLARINGTON OLDER ADULTS ASSOCIATION SPACE AT THE COURTICE COMMUNITY COMPLEX Angie Darlison, Executive Director, COAA, was present regarding possible COAA space at the CCC. She made a verbal presentation to accompany a handout. Ms. Darlison informed the Committee that the COAA has recently undertaken some changes to improve services to older adults. She informed the Committee that, in August, 2013, she had reached out to the Community Services Department to inquire whether the vacant space at the CCC would be available to the COAA on a temporary basis. Ms. Darlison stated that, after being informed of plans for the space, the COAA has withdrawn its interest in the space in November, 2013. She stated that there is still a need for permanent space for COAA activities in Courtice. Ms. Darlison thanked Staff and Members of Council for their support of the COAA. RECESS Resolution #GPA-002-14 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Committee recess for 15 minutes. - CARRIED - 4 - 4-4 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 The meeting reconvened at 11:11 a.m. PRESENTATIONS PRESENTATION OF TODD BROWN, PRESIDENT/PRINCIPAL PLANNER, MONTEITH BROWN PLANNING CONSULTANTS, REGARDING EXPANSION OF LIBRARY SERVICES FOR THE COURTICE COMMUNITY FINAL REPORT Todd Brown, President/Principal Planner, Monteith Brown Planning Consultants, was present regarding Expansion of Library Services for the Courtice Community Final Report. He made a verbal and electronic presentation, accompanying a handout from Gail Rickard, Chairperson of the Clarington Public Library Board. Mr. Brown explained that his company undertook a study to review the Courtice Library needs. He explained the project scope, trends in library spaces, and population growth. Mr. Brown compared Clarington's current library spaces with other municipalities. . He explained each of the recommendations contained in the study. PRESENTATION OF TED WATSON, CHAIR OF THE CLARINGTON AGRICULTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGARDING THE 2013 ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE OF CLARINGTON Ted Watson, Chair of the.Clarington Agriculture Advisory Committee (AAC) was present regarding the 2013 Accomplishments of the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington. He made a verbal presentation to accompany a handout. Mr. Watson noted that agriculture is the second largest industry in Durham, representing 59% of the gross product of Clarington. He provided the Committee with background on the AAC. Mr. Watson informed the Committee that AAC has been partnering with various agencies. He thanked Council for their support of various Committee recommendations. Mr. Watson highlighted recognition of several members of AAC for various awards. He thanked Staff and Members of Council for their support. Resolution #GPA-003-14 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the presentation of Ted Watson, Chair of the Agriculture Advisory Committee regarding the 2013 Accomplishments of the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington be received with thanks. CARRIED - 5 - 4-5 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 PRESENTATION OF KRISTY KILBOURNE, CONTRACT PLANNER, REGARDING REPORT PSD-004-14, COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2013 ORONO, BOWMANVILLE, NEWCASTLE AND COURTICE Kristy Kilbourne, Contract Planner, was present regarding Report PSD-004-14, Community Improvement Annual Report for 2013 Orono, Bowmanville, Newcastle and Courtice. She made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Ms. Kilbourne provided the Committee with an overview of the grants awarded and capital projects undertaken since inception of the Community Improvement Plans in Orono, Bowmanville, Newcastle and Courtice, including photos highlighting some of the projects. RECESS Resolution #GPA-004-14 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill THAT the Committee recess for one hour. CARRIED The meeting reconvened at 1:17 p.m. with Councillor Woo in the Chair. PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT APPLICATIONS FOR REZONING AND FOR DRAFT PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM TO PERMT A 79 UNIT MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT APPLICANT: H & H PROPERTIES INC. Resolution #GPA-005-14 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal THAT Report PSD-001-14 be received; THAT the applications, to amend By-law 84-63 and a Draft Plan of Condominium submitted by H & H Properties Inc. for the development of a 79 unit medium density residential development, continue to be processed and that a subsequent report be prepared; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-001-14 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED - 6 - 4-6 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 APPLICATION FOR REZONING TO EXTEND THE MAXIMUM THREE (3) YEAR PERIOD FOR A TEMPORARY NEW HOME SALES FACILITY Resolution #GPA-006-14 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report PSD-002-14 be received; THAT the application, to amend By-law 84-63 submitted by Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Limited to extend the maximum three (3) year period for a temporary new home sales facility, be approved; THAT the By-law attached to Report PSD-002-14 be passed; THAT the Durham Region Planning Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-002-14 and Council's decision; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-002-14 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED HERITAGE INCENTIVE GRANT 2013 PROGRAM UPDATE Resolution #GPA-007-14 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Partner THAT Report PSD-003-14 be received; and THAT any interested parties listed in Report PSD-003-14 be notified of Council's decision. CARRIED - 7 - 4-7 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2013 ORONO, BOWMANVILLE, NEWCASTLE AND COURTICE Resolution #GPA-008-14 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Partner THAT Report PSD-004-14 be received; and THAT any interested parties to Report PSD-004-14 be notified of Council's decision. CARRIED ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP 2013 PROGRAM UPDATE Resolution #GPA-009-14 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report PSD-005-14 be received; and THAT any interested parties listed in Report PSD-005-14 be notified of Council's decision. CARRIED REQUEST FOR REPORT — COST OF REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF STREET BANNERS Resolution #GPA-010-14 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal THAT Staff be directed to prepare a report on the cost of removal and replacement of street banners in Courtice under the Courtice Community Improvement Plan funding, including opportunities to pursue funding partnerships. CARRIED ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. - 8 - 4-8 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 EMERGENCY AND FIRE SERVICES DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. Mayor Foster chaired this portion of the meeting. COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT COURTICE COMMUNITY COMPLEX - VACATED LEASE SPACE Resolution #GPA-011-14 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report CSD-001-14 be received; THAT a dedicated program space be provided within the vacated space, for the Clarington Older Adults Association (CQAA) mutually agreed upon between the Clarington Public Library Board, the COAA, and the Director of Community Services, being not less than 500 square feet, until such time as other dedicated space within the Courtice Community Complex can be obtained; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report CSD-001-14 be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED Councillor Neal chaired this portion of the meeting. REQUEST FOR REPORT — THEATRE DANCE ACADEMY LEASED SPACE AND POTENTIAL FOR USE BY THE CLARINGTON OLDER ADULTS ASSOCIATION Resolution #GPA-012-14 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Staff be directed to prepare a report on space that is currently leased to the Theatre Dance Academy regarding the timing of the lease and the potential for. dedicating the space to the Clarington Older Adults Association. CARRIED Councillor Traill chaired this portion of the meeting. - 9 - 4-9 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 CLERK'S DEPARTMENT REGIONAL COUNCIL REPRESENTATION — TOWN OF AJAX PETITION Resolution #GPA-013-14 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Report CLD-001-14 be received; THAT Council support the following resolution of the Town of Ajax: 1. THAT Town of Ajax Council petition the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham to include the following question on the region-wide ballot on October 27, 2014: `Are you in favour of the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham taking all necessary steps to reduce the size of Regional Council by distributing the seats based on the population of each local municipality?' Yes No 2. THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarington be advised of the support of Ajax and Whitby for a ballot question on representation and that Clarington Council be requested to support a region-wide ballot question on this issue in light of Clarington's significant underrepresentation." THAT all interested parties listed in Report CLD-001-14 be advised of Council's decision. MOTION LOST Resolution #GPA-014-14 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report CLD-001-14 be received; THAT the correspondence from the Town of Ajax regarding a petition regarding Regional Council Representation be received for information; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report CLD-001-14 be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED - 10 4-10 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 APPOINTMENT TO THE SUSTAINABLE CLARINGTON COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Resolution #GPA-015-14 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report CLD-002-14 be received; THAT Ian Kruis be appointed to the Sustainable Clarington Community Advisory Committee, for a term ending concurrent with Council; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report CLD-002-13 be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED WAIVING OF MUNICIPAL SIDEWALK SNOW CLEARING FEES Resolution #GPA-016-14 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Mayor Foster THAT the sidewalk snow clearing fees owed to the Municipality by residents in accordance with the Snow Clearing By-law 93-144, for the period of December 20 to January 3, 2014, inclusive, be waived. CARRIED Mayor Foster chaired this portion of the meeting. OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT - Continued Fred Horvath, Director of Operations, provided the Committee with an update on the work performed before, during, and after the recent ice storm, regarding snow clearing and tree maintenance. He confirmed that there are continued clean-up efforts and details regarding tree branch pick-up are available from the Operations Staff. CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. FINANCE DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. - 11 - 4-11 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 SOLICITOR'S DEPARTMENT ASSUMPTION AND DEDICATION OF VARIOUS ROAD WIDENINGS THROUGHOUT THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON Resolution #GPA-017-14 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report LGL-001-14 be received; THAT Council approve the by-law attached to Report LGL-001-14 assuming various road widenings as public highways and dedicating various reserves as public highways; and THAT the Municipal Solicitor be authorized to register the by-law. CARRIED CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. UNFINISHED BUSINESS CLARINGTON VOLUNTEER CELEBRATION PROGRAM Resolution #GPA-018-14 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report CLD-026-13 be received; THAT Addendum to Report CLD-026-13 be received; THAT Staff be directed to implement Option 6, as outlined in Addendum to Report CLD-026-13, to recognize Clarington's volunteers with the first event being held in 2015. CARRIED - 12 - 4-12 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 6, 2014 OTHER BUSINESS PRESENTATION OF TODD BROWN, PRESIDENT/PRINCIPAL PLANNER, MONTEITH BROWN PLANNING CONSULTANTS, REGARDING EXPANSION OF LIBRARY SERVICES FOR THE COURTICE COMMUNITY FINAL REPORT Resolution #GPA-019-14 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Monteith Brown Planning Consultants Report, entitled the "Expansion Of Library Services for the Courtice Community Final Report" be received for information. CARRIED EMERGENCY AND FIRE SERVICES DEPARTMENT - Continued Gord Weir, Director of Emergency & Fire Services, thanked Staff, external agencies, local business and residents for their efforts during the recent ice storm. COMMUNICATIONS There were no items considered under this section of the Agenda. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS There were no items considered under this section of the Agenda. ADJOURNMENT Resolution #GPA-020-14 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the meeting adjourn at 3:30 p.m. CARRIED MAYOR DEPUTY CLERK - 13 - 4-13 DRAFT LIST OF DELEGATIONS GPA Meeting: January 20, 2014 (a) Valerie Cranmer, Valerie Cranmer and Associates, Regarding Report PSD-009-14, Regarding An Application for a Clarington Official Plan Amendment.and Rezoning to Allow Camping on Lands Adjacent to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (b) Susan Lloyd Swail, Regarding Report PSD-009-14, Regarding An Application for a Clarington Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Allow Camping on Lands Adjacent to Canadian Tire Motorsport-Park (c) Vic Suppan Regarding Report PSD-006-14,An Application to Repeal Heritage Designation, 210 King Avenue West, Newcastle Village 6-1 Clarington REPORT PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution #: By-law #: Report #: PSD-006-14 File #: PLN 34.5.2.55 Subject: AN APPLICATION TO REPEAL HERITAGE DESIGNATION 210 KING AVENUE WEST, NEWCASTLE VILLAGE RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report PSD-006-14 be received; 2. THAT Council deny the application requesting repeal of By-law 95-30 for the heritage designation of 210 King Avenue West, Newcastle; and 3. THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-006-14 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision Submitted by: Reviewed by: D vid J. rome, MCIP, RPP Franklin Wu, Director of Planning Services Chief Administrative Officer KK/FL/sn/df 7 January 2014 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 $_1 REPORT NO.: PSD-006-14 PAGE 2 1. APPLICATION.DETAILS 1.1 Owner/Applicant: Peter and Anu Thorne 1.2 Proposal: The owners have requested to have the designating heritage by-law repealed for their property. 1.3 Location: 210 King Avenue West, Newcastle Village 143 Property Location Map(Newcastle Village) 129 N PA >4 • . r r Y IJ` r 3 1 _ L R-7 vs 7 Subject �W( `. • ..` - F- .z Site —I . ` LI I'lul �t u �1 l _° •~p 236 �5 24 '320 304 286 270262 , r 20 1. 14 `118 �A_ r — m KING AVENUE WEST 16 123 210 King Avenue West y�. Peter and Anu Thorne '35133 3129 3};27 25�2 21 19 '�' L-.! T: 15A 141 ILLIAN CRESCENT ro _ 36 34 32 X'30-28 26 14 13 t. :E {7 fl 205 ri 56. a o Y 2. BACKGROUND 2.1 On March 13, 1995, Council approved the heritage designation of the property identified as 210 King Avenue West in Newcastle under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. 2.2 Named "The Hollows" by once owner and resident of Newcastle Village, Major David Bennett, the structure at 210 King Avenue West incorporates.elements from different periods of the 19th century. The lot which accommodates the building was part of a Crown grant to Captain John McGill, who sold it in 1801 to Robert Baldwin, one of 8-2 REPORT NO.: PSD-006-14 PAGE 3 Clarke Township's earliest settlers. Heritage Designation By-Law 95-30 (Attachment 1) lists the historical significance and the architectural features of the building that supported the reasons for designation in 1995. 7f"T. t-,A MUIR]111111 Flit�"� i•-�+ 1 2.3 On October 1, 2013, Clarington Planning Staff met with the owners of the subject property at their home to discuss their concerns. At this meeting, one of the concerns of the owners was that over the years they had found that some of the architectural features listed in the designating heritage by-law were not in fact original to the home. Information and options for amending the designation were provided by Planning Services Staff to the owners. As follow up to the meeting the owners were provided with information on their zoning, land division and heritage designations to further clarify questions that were raised at the meeting. 2.4 On November 1, 2013, a letter was received by the Planning Services Department from the owners requesting repeal of the designating by-law for the property (Attachment 2). 3. ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT 3.1 Under Section 32 of the Ontario Heritage Act, an owner of property designated under Part IV may apply to the Council of the Municipality in which the property is situate to repeal the by-law or part thereof. The Act, and the Ontario Heritage Tool Kit document, "Designating Heritage Properties", outlines the process which must be followed for the repeal of a designating by-law (Attachment 3). 8-3 REPORT NO.: PSD-006-14 PAGE 4 3.2 Upon consultation with its Municipal Heritage Committee, Council shall consider an application under this section and within ninety days of receipt thereof shall either refuse or consent to the application. 4. COMMENTS 4.1 At their meeting on November 19, 2013, the Clarington Heritage Committee passed the following resolution: "THAT the CHC does not feel there is good reason to remove the heritage designation on 210 King Avenue West. They would be willing to work with the owner to determine which features should be kept as listed features in the by-law schedule should the owners decide to seek changes to their designating by-law." 4.2 The Clarington Heritage Committee and Council have approved changes and modifications for other designated properties. Upgrades such as those the owners, made reference to in their letter, including floors, windows, walls, and insulation are common requests which have been received and approved. 4.3 During the 1980's and 1990's the Provincial government offered grants to designated. properties, however the province withdrew this funding in 1995. In 2013, Clarington Council approved the development of a Heritage Incentive Grant Program to assist designated property owners in funding works to designated heritage features and structural improvements to ensure the long term viability of Clarington's heritage resources. This program does not limit designated property owners from applying for a grant for other works in subsequent years. 4.4 Also in 2013, Clarington Council delegated the approval for minor heritage alterations to the Director of Planning Services in consultation with the Clarington Heritage Committee in order to streamline the process for heritage alterations and avoid unnecessary delays. 4.5 While the owners have discovered over time that some of the listed architectural features of the home are not original to the building, there are many architectural features listed that are worthy of protection under the Ontario Heritage Act. In addition, the social and cultural history of the property is of significance when determining the historical value of the home. 4.6 The Newcastle Village and District Historical Society were consulted on the social and cultural history of the property and indicated they would not support the repeal of the designation because of the connection the home has to the early founders of Newcastle. 4.7 The Clarington Heritage Committee has indicated a willingness to work with the owners to amend the list of architectural features and address the owners wish to make changes to the property. The Committee has worked successfully with many other $_4 designated heritage property owners. REPORT NO.: PSD-006-14 PAGE 5 4.8 Clarington Council has in one other case repealed a heritage designation by-law, for 21- 23 King Street East in Bowmanville (PSD-103-08). This structure had extensive damage resulting from the fire of March 2008, and was ordered demolished by the Chief Building Official for structural safety reasons. 5. CONCURRENCE — Not Applicable 6. CONCLUSION 6.1 Designation of properties under the Ontario Heritage Act is a tool available to municipalities to preserve and protect properties deemed to be of cultural heritage (architectural, cultural, and social) value or interest in perpetuity. 6.2 The Clarington Heritage Committee and Staff do not recommend repeal of the designating heritage by-law,while some of the features listed have been determined to not be original this is not a compelling reason to remove heritage designation. CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN The recommendations contained in this report conform to the general intent of the following priorities of the Strategic Plan: Promoting economic development Maintaining financial stability Connecting Clarington Promoting green.initiatives Investing in infrastructure X Showcasing our community Not in conformity with Strategic Plan Staff.Contact: Faye Langmaid, Manager, Special Projects Branch Attachments: Attachment 1 - Heritage Designation By-Law 95-30 Attachment 2 - Request Letter from Peter and Anu Thorne Attachment 3 - Flow Chart for Repeal of Designating By-Law List of interested parties to be advised of Council's decision: Peter and Anu.Thorne, Owners Clarington Heritage Committee c/o Faye Langmaid Newcastle.Village and District Historical Society Bert Duclos, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport Sean Fraser, Ontario Heritage Trust $_5 Attachment 1 To Report PSD-006-14 f THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW#95-30 being a by-law to designate the property known for municipal purposes as 210 King Street West, Part Lot 29, Concession 2, former Village of Newcastle, now in the Municipality of Clarington as a property of historic or architectural value or interest under the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 WHEREAS the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, C.0.18 authorizes the council of the municipality to enact by-laws to designate properties to be of historic or architectural value or interest for the purposes of the Act; and WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington has caused to be served upon the owner of the property known for municipal purposes as 210 King Street West, Newcastle Village, and upon the Ontario Heritage Foundation, Notice of Intention to Designate the aforesaid real property and has caused such Notice of Intention to be published in the Newcastle Independent, a newspaper having general circulation in the area of the designation, once each week for three consecutive weeks, namely December 28, 1994, January 4 and 11, 1995; and WHEREAS the reasons for the designation of the aforesaid property under the Ontario Heritage Act are contained in Schedule"A"attached to and forming part of this by-law; and WHEREAS the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee of the Municipality of Clarington has recommended that the property known for municipal purposes as 210 King Street West, Newcastle Village be designated as a property of historic or architectural value or interest under the Ontario Heritage Act; and WHEREAS no notice of objection to the proposed designation was served upon the Clerk within the period prescribed by the Ontario Heritage Act; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The property known for municipal purposes as 210 King Street West, Newcastle Village,which is more particularly described in Schedule"B"which is attached to and forms part of this by-law, is hereby designated as a property which has historic or architectural value or interest under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, 0.0.18. 2. The Solicitor for the Municipality of Clarington is hereby authorized to cause a copy of this by-law to be registered against the title to the property described in Schedule"B" hereto. 3. The Clerk is hereby authorized to cause a copy of this by-law to be served upon the owner of the property described in Schedule"B" hereto and on the Ontario Heritage Foundation. The Clerk also is authorized to cause notice of the passing of this by-law to be published in the Newcastle Independent, a newspaper having general circulation in the area of the designation, once each week for three consecutive weeks. By-law read a first and second time this 13th day of March 1995. By-law read a third time and finally passed this 13th day of March 1995. MAYOR eputY LERK 8-6 SCHEDULE "A" 1. TO FOW-L-,AW #95-30 Named "the Hollows" by once owner and resident of Newcastle Village, Major David Bennett, this structure incorporates elements from separate periods of the 19th century. The lot which accommodates the building, was part of a Crown grant to Captain John McGill, who sold it in 1801 to Robert Baldwin, one of Clarke Township's earliest settlers. The oldest section of the frame house dates from the 1830s and it is located behind a two storey Edwardian addition, which was constructed by a Newcastle master carpenter names Pool in the early 1900s. Significant to the Village of Newcastle, the following architectural features are recommended for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act: Exterior -the frame facade - the two storey L-shaped verandah -the original 2 over 2 sash windows and storms - the two 20 paned windows and large paned windows with storms - the two main wooden doors, one in the 1830s portion and one from the 1900s portion Interior - the staircase with hand-crafted bannister leading to the kitchen - the main staircase of wide-grained Virginia chestnut - the original pine and oak floors through-out - the original wood trims, mouldings and doors - the two wood and glass-paned pocket doors - the fireplace surrounds and mantles with built in caste and copper burning units 8-7 Attachment 2 To Report PSD-006-14 Letter of Intent to the Heritage Contra ktee � NOV 0 1 2101 Prom Pettr and Anu Thcwno, Residents of 210 King Ave„W, tv',tiillClPAI-li`i U OAMINGTOM PLNP�i+111�CTDtFAflTfi�F�f MaaareC.a le,On. yr�� (designated heritage property) Aber careful conskfemduri Anu and I are requesting apprrnrl for the delisting of our 210 ling Ave. W, home from the registry of heritage homes in Clarington. The following account hem saffm in0ght into our dectuim; We returned to Canada from a year in the U.S. In 1994 and purchased M King Ave. M in Newcastle. It was being soles by the bank under power of sale and had been derelict for two years. The iist of deficiencies offered by a home inspeetlan company was.approximately 6 pages long outlining major needs like replacing the wrap-around porch(two stories),galvanized gripes and Mob and tube wiring; a complete gutting of the itttchen; numerous wTndoW issues etc. The house had also suffered frost damage to the foundation. We moved to Newcastle with a gargantuan job ahead of us but with much enthusiasm, I joined L.A.C.A.C.at a time when Isobel was the liaison with the Municipality,and members Included Torre Berry,Bill Patterson,Janie Dodds,John 47oole and others. At the time I was an unemployed history teacher doing"suppV'Work, I was caught tip In the enthusiasm of"owning" a part of this historical town, but had little experience with process. T was encouraged to register my home,by Toe committee,with the Incentive that there was a $3,000 grant available(upon approval)to restore a home suds as ours. Particularly appealing was the comment, in committee, that registrants weren't restricted to a one-time request but could come back to committee for subsequent,attributable honor restorations. My wife, who was reticent to encumber our home,was"worn over^by the financial bener'it,and we registered our home, The same year we placed the house on the registry the grants were withdrawn. We received none of the grant money that sp wred us to sign up. $0.00 In the intervening years,every tirne we had to consider an upgrade to floors,windows,or walls, for things like insulation,I have had to"defend",to my wIM, my resolve to list our home. At the same time there was the mitigating embarrassment of riot wanting to take up my concerns with my aswciotes at I..A.C.A,C.,suggesting th1at my drier`motive for listing our hone rimy have b"n for the grant money. Quits simply,the regist aq tion was not what it was represented to be for my wife and T. It has taken us over fifteerl years to accomplish,by ourselves,the restoration work on our home. There are other frustrations, some of which are attributed to th�e registration of our horn and some which accrue to the faa th6t 9711/4 of our home is considered to be on the flow plain and therefore tinder the scrutiny of Ganaraska Authority. We have expo'ienced tl-e doubling Effect of Me Munidpality's restrictive controls on both Our house(governed by the Her•{tage Reaglstry)as well.as our property(governed by the Ganawf a Authority).The Ganaraska restrictions cost us over$3,D00 in an aborted attempt to sever the spare lot we have tothe west of our home six years ago. We want to live with the same freedorn of expression that our neighbours have and make dKisions unencumbered by the additional bylaws associated with a designation. When we tried to sell our home six years ago we had"zero"offers. Deal estate said that ifs heritage designation was a disincentive to home buyers. 8-8 it is impossible to express in words,on paper,the feeliN5 of behg¢verwhelMed,over tune. But that's exWly where we ar'e. We do love the character of this home, T plan to retire in the next year car two and we're c;onskWing changing the allowaple bus[ness we carry on in otrr home. We need the freedom to make renovations, if raeessary,to support the refinement business we plan to run here in Newcastle, We have put so many'man-tours"ird�3 this horne to bring It back to what it was,and Is,and plan to continue to be caretakers of its unique history, We gape that the char scber and appeal of our home will continue to drag the community and visitors to our door, Our conmctlon to the heritage designation was expected to be the catalyst to move us abM In a more timely iTwnner alul with some tconomic benefit, 5adly none of the expectatfons we had for Vie assoclation were fulfilled and vm request your approval t'or ca deirsting. Sincerely yours: Peter and Anu Thorm 8-9 Aftr acGaU> ono 3 To Report PSL-006-14 (Section 32 of the Ontario Heritage Act) P Repeal requested by property owner Bylava not repealed ) 4 Notice of Decision to Refuse: Council consults with MHC 1.Served on property oviner Property owner objection 2.Served on OHT within 30 days? Council Decision Objection referred to within 90 days: CRB for hearing \ ' Proceed with repeal? Notice of Hearing published in newspaper Notice of Intention to Repeal: I.Served on property owner 2.Served on OHT Council considers CRB Report I CRB hearing and report 3.Published in newspaper Objections within 30 days? Objection referred to Notice of Hearing CRB for hearing, published in newspaper fl ! CRB hearing and report Council Decision: Council considers CRB Report Repeal bylaw? Repeal bylaw passed& I Notice of Withdrawal of Intention registered on title 1 to Repeat: 1.Served on property owner 2.Served on OHT 3.Published in newspaper Notice of Repeal: 1.Served on property owner 2.Served on OHT 3.Published in newspaper Bylaw not repealed Property removed from municipal and provincial registers) Property removed from Canadian Register =Council decision final where CRB hearing has taken place I Designating Heritage Properties•Appendix:Flowcharts 8®10 lar� n Leading the Way REPORT PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution#: By-law #: N/A Report #: PSD-007-14 File #: PLN 7.17 Subject: YEAR END REPORT ON PLANNING ACTIVITIES FOR 2013 RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report PSD-007-14 be received for information. Submitted :�_. by: Reviewed b ) Y Y DaW. Crome, MCIP, RPP Franklin Wu, Director of Planning Services Chief Administrative Office CP/BW/df 14 January 2014 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T(905)623-3379 F (905)623-0830 8-11 REPORT NO.: PSD-007-14 PAGE 2 1. PURPOSE 1.1 This report summarizes planning activity within the Municipality of Clarington for the 2013 year. The Planning Services Department monitors activities to assess the effectiveness of the Municipality's Official Plan policies and other regulatory documents. In addition to informing Council on the 2013 year, this report provides information from the previous two years which assists in identifying emerging issues and possible trends over a three year period. For the purposes of this report, information on the following planning activities are discussed: • Plans of Subdivision • Plans of Condominium • Official Plan Amendments • Zoning By-law Amendments • Site Plan Control • Minor Variances • Consents • Sign Permits • Apartments In-House • Pre-Consultation Meetings 2. PLANS OF SUBDIVISION The Director of Planning Services is the delegated approval authority for Plans of Subdivision. However, the Planning Services Department reports to Council on applications for proposed draft plans of subdivision at the public meeting stage and when approval is recommended for an application for proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision. Subdivision Application Activity Urban New Applications Revisions to Draft Approved & Final Plan Area Draft Approved Issued Revisions Approval Applications to Draft Appr oval 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Courtice 1 2 0 1 1 1 1 1 3 3 1 2 Bowmanville 3 2 2 1 3 0 3 3 1 3 1 3 Newcastle 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 *2 0 1 0 1 Hamlets/ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 Rural Areas Total 4 1 4 1 2 2 4 1 4 6 4 7 3 7 *OMB Approved 8-12 REPORT NO.: PSD-007-14 PAGE 3 Some subdivision applications can take a number of years to become draft approved and may include many revisions before a plan is draft approved. The charts in this report do not include the applications that have been previously submitted in years past and are awaiting revisions or working towards approvals. In addition, in 2013 Council denied a proposed revision to Prestonvale Heights draft approved subdivision. New and Revised Subdivision Application Received By Unit Type Urban Area Single Detached Semi-detached or Townhouse Apartment Linked 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Courtice 123 118 51 8 42 0 0 10 0 0 340 0 Bowmanville 986 190 35 84 181 0 209 0 139 214 0 0 Newcastle 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Hamlets/ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 - 0 0 0 0 Rural Areas Total 1109 308 86 92 223 0 209 10 139 214 340 0 Bowmanville continues to be the primary growth area within the Municipality of Clarington, which coincides with the provisions of the Official Plan. Single detached dwellings continue to be the dominant form of housing being applied for in subdivision applications. It is expected that townhouse and apartment units will continue to increase and represent a larger percentage of units applied for in coming years as Provincial Policy continues to be implemented requiring multiple forms of housing and complete communities. The cost of housing and a-shift in demographics may also lead to an increase in the demand for townhouse and apartment units being applied for. Draft Approved and Issued Revisions to Draft Approval By Unit Type Urban Area Single Detached Semi-detached or Townhouse Apartment Linked 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Courtice 41 0 144 8 0 0 1 0 10 54 0 0 0 Bowmanville 148 66 853 68 0 54 F377 267 0 0 126 Newcastle 0 465 0 0 214 0 0 0 0 0 Hamlets/ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 . 0 0 Rural Areas Total 189 531 997 76 214 54 321 0 0 126 8-13 REPORT NO.: PSD-007-14 PAGE 4 Final Approval By Unit Type Urban Area Single Detached Semi-detached Townhouse Apartment or Linked 2013 2012 2011 12013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Courtice 47 58 86 74 0 0 10 36 0 0 0 0 Bowmanville 205 33 105 70 0 146 68 14 104 0 0 0 Newcastle 43 0 158 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Hamlets/ 0 14 19 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Rural Areas Total 295 105 368 144 0 146 78 50 104 0 0 0 Part Lot Control applications are also processed by Planning Services Department staff and approval of these applications has been delegated to the Director of Planning Services. However, a By-law is adopted by Council to implement the decision. Applications for Part Lot Control allow lots and/or blocks constructed for semi-detached or townhouses to be split and individually sold. The individual lot is created after construction has commenced to ensure that the lot is split based on the location of common walls. In 2013, a total of nine applications for Part Lot Control were received and eight applications were approved. 3. PLANS OF CONDOMINIUM A condominium is the form of housing tenure that usually has individual ownership of a dwelling unit and joint ownership of common elements and facilities. It is mostly used for townhouses and apartments. Condominium Application Activity Urban Area Applications Draft Approval Issued Final Approval Received 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Courtice 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 Bowmanville 0 2 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 Newcastle 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 Hamlet/Rural 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total 2 3 2 4 1 2 3 1 2 Final approval was issued for 3 condominium plans with 138 residential units, 82 of which were apartments. Condominium applications continue to remain constant over a 3 year period. As Clarington continues to grow and conform with the policies of the Growth Plan, condominium applications are expected to remain consistent or increase in the coming years. 8-14 . REPORT NO.: PSD-007-14 PAGE 5 4. OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENTS The Planning Services Department reviews and processes applications to amend the Clarington Official Plan. Clarington Official Plan Amendment Activity 2013 2012 2011 Applications Received 5 9 4 Applications Approved 8 5 2 In 2013, 5 Official Plan Amendments were received, 8 Amendments were approved and 1 application was denied. Additionally, the Ontario Municipal Board denied one of the application approved by Council. The Amendments include municipally initiated amendments including the Hancock Neighbourhood Plan and the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan. 5. ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS Zoning By-law Amendments include by-laws for the removal of a Holding Symbol which is often used as a technique to ensure that municipal requirements of a developer are implemented through development agreements. Zoning By-Law Amendment Activity Type of Zoning Applications Received Applications Approved By-Law Amendment Year Year 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Removal of Holding 8 1 10 6 5 12 Rezoning 19 18 14 10 14 10 Total 27 19 1 24 16 19 22 A total of 16 applications were approved and 1 application was denied. Additionally the Ontario Municipal Board denied 1 of the applications approved by Council. 6. SITE PLANS With the exception of a residential building with three units or less the Clarington Site Plan Control By-law requires site plan approval prior to issuance of a building permit. In addition, site plan is required for buildings on the Oak Ridges Moraine. 8-15 REPORT NO.: PSD-007-14 PAGE 6 Site Plan Activity by Type Land Use Type Applications Received Applications Approved 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Major Residential+ 3 1 2 0 2 2 Minor Residential ++ 7 6 1 4 3 3 Commercial 8 11 12 10 5 11 Industrial 5 9 .4 4 4 9 Government/Institutional 11 7 3 8 5 1 Telecommunication Towers 2 2 14 4 2 5 Agricultural 1 0 0 1 0 0 Total 37 36 36 31 21 31 + Major Residential uses are residential units consisting of more than three units ++ Minor Residential uses are residential units consisting of three or less units In 2013 site plans for govern ment/institutional land uses continued to increase over the previous two years. This is largely as a result of work (.LPG continues to undertake for projects associated with the refurbishment of the Darlington Nuclear Generation Station and Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board building additions to existing schools to implement full day kindergarten. Site plans for major residential land uses increased slightly over previous years. Major residential applications are expected to continue to rise in the coming years as policies from Places to Grow continue to be implemented-and more sanitary treatment capacity is available in Bowmanville and Courtice. 7. MINOR VARIANCES The Committee of Adjustment is appointed by Council to make decisions on minor variances to the Municipality's Zoning By-law. Minor Variance Applications Application Decision 2013 2012 2011 Total # of Applications 50 65 40 Approved Total # of Applications 0 1 1 Denied Total # of Applications 2 3 1 Withdrawn Applications Received 53 69 42 Total Total # of Applications 3 0 0 Appealed 8-16 REPORT NO.: PSD-007-14 PAGE 7 The Committee of Adjustment saw a decrease in the number of applications received in 2013 from 2012. In 2012, the number of applications were well above the average number of applications received in previous years. Three of the Committee's decisions were appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB). Two of the appeals were granted by the OMB and the third appeal will be heard later this year. One application received in 2013 was not heard by the Committee in 2013. 8. LAND DIVISION The Planning Services Department provides coordinated comments for all Clarington departments to the Durham Region Land Division Committee on consent applications. Comments to Land Division Committee by Type Land use Proposed New Lots Boundary Adjustments Easements Year Year Year 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Urban 11 15 17 11 1 1 0 0 0 Residential Rural 4 9 1 3 1 1 0 0 0 Residential Commercial 0 2 0 0 0 3 0 4 2 Agriculture 0 0 0 0 1 3 0 0 0 Institutional 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 Industrial 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Total 15 27 18 14 3 9 1 5 2 In 2013, there was a slight decrease in applications commented on for new residential lots. The current lack of sanitary treatment capacity, especially in the Bowmanville area, could be a factor in the decrease in applications. Despite the decrease in new urban residential lot applications there was an increase in boundary adjustment applications for urban residential properties. The increase in boundary adjustment applications is due to individuals acquiring land to complete lots in previously approved partial lots within registered plans of subdivisions and acquiring land for land assembly and future potential subdivisions. 9. SIGN PERMIT APPLICATIONS Sign permit activity continues to remain consistent with majority of the signs being located in Bowmanville and Courtice. 8-17 REPORT NO.: PSD-007-14 PAGE 8 Sign Permit Activity by Geographic Area Number of Applications Urban Area Permanent Tem ora 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Courtice 3 4 6 59 56 61 Bowmanville 22 18 22 80 75 78 Newcastle 5 3 4 14 13 15 Orono 2 0 2 2 1 1 Darlington 2 3 2 13 18 8 Clarke 3 1 1 1 0 1 Total 37 29 37 169 163 164 In addition to issuing permits for signs, staff review and process applications for variances and amendments to Sign By-law 2009-0123. In 2013, Council approved 3 amendments and the Director of Planning Services issued 1 variance to the Sign By-law. 10. APARTMENT-IN-HOUSE An apartment-in-house application provides the Emergency Services Department with opportunity to ensure the unit complies with the Fire Code and is on Emergency Services data base, as well as ensuring apartment-in-houses are zoned appropriately and that sufficient parking is provided on the lot. Apartment-In-House Activity by Geographic Area Urban Area Apartment-In-House Applications Apartment-In-House Received Registered 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Courtice 4 5 3 2 3 0 Bowmanville 13 5 4 7 3 4 Newcastle 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 Darlington 0 1 0 0 0 0 Total 17 12 8 10 7 4 The number of apartment-in-house applications received and the number of apartment-in-house units registered continues to increase over a three year period. With the need for affordable rental units, the cost of homes and an aging population it can be expected that the demand for apartment-in-house accommodation will continue in the coming years. 8-18 REPORT NO.: PSD-007-14 PAGE 9 11. PRE-CONSULTATION MEETINGS 11.1 In 2007, Council adopted a by-law requiring a pre-consultation meeting be held for all proposed applications for Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, Draft Plans of Subdivision, Draft Plans of Condominium and Site Plan Approvals or Amendments. Pre-consultation meetings are required before major development applications are submitted and assist in ensuring applications being submitted have all required supporting documents and the proponent is aware of all required steps. The number of pre-consultation applications provides a good indication of future proposals within the Municipality of Clarington. Pre-Consultation Meetings by Type Land Use Year 2013 2012 2011 Major Residential+ 12 7 16 Minor Residential ++ 3 12 8 Commercial 15 15 23 Mixed Use 3 0 0 Commercial and Residential Industrial 5 8 10 Govern ment/Institutional 10 8 7 Agricultural 3 0 0 Recreational 0 0 3 Telecommunication Towers 0 2 1 3 Total 51 52 1 70 + Major residential uses are residential units consisting of more than three units ++ Minor residential uses are residential units consisting of three or less units In 2013, the number of pre-consultation meetings remained at a consistent level. The number of government and institutional pre-consultations was slightly higher than previous years due to OPG and Kawartha Lakes School Board projects. Mixed Use proposals have started to emerge as Clarington has continued to work toward implementing the policies of Places to Grow, including the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan. It is expected that Mixed Use proposals will become more common in the corning years. The interest in industrial projects remains low which may be linked to higher development charges and a need for a supply of fully serviced industrial lands. 12. CONCURRENCE - Not applicable 13. CONCLUSION Planning application activity remains relatively consistent, continuing a trend over a three year period. There is strong interest in future growth and investment in Clarington in the coming years. 8-19 REPORT NO.: PSD-007-14 PAGE 10 There continues to be increased activity in institutional and government applications albeit smaller school additions for, all day kindergarten classes. The refurbishment by Ontario Power Generation include numerous projects on-site to renew the station's infrastructure. There is also evidence that there is significant interest in major residential projects in Clarington. As infrastructure projects to increase sanitary treatment capacity in Bowmanville and extend sewers in Courtice are completed it is expected that interest in major residential development will continue to be high in the coming years. It is hoped that this will spur industrial activity as well. Single detached dwellings remain the dominant housing form being built within Clarington. However, there are applications that are proposing a greater variety and density of housing. There is a lack of rental accommodation in the community. Residents appear to be responding to the need with an increase in apartment-in- house applications noted either to accommodate aging family members or additional income from renters. Certainly, there appears to be a strong demand for rental and seniors housing, much of which is unfulfilled and anecdotally very frustrating for certain members of the community. This is particularly true in Courtice, where the younger demographic is hyper-sensitive to the idea of marginally higher density housing. The Planning Services Department and Council will need to make a greater effort in explaining the value of a variety of housing in the community and a desire to implement our vision as a "sustainable, creative and caring community". CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN The recommendations contained in this report conform to the general intent of the following priorities of the Strategic Plan: Promoting economic development X Maintaining financial stability Connecting Clarington Promoting green initiatives Investing in infrastructure Showcasing our community Not in conformity with Strategic Plan Staff Contact: Brandon Weiler, Planner 1 Attachments: Attachment 1 — Subdivision Activity Attachment 2 — Condominium Activity Attachment 3 — Site Plan Applications Submitted Attachment 4 — Site Plans Approved Attachment 5 — Committee of Adjustment Activity Attachment 6 — Land Division Activity Attachment 7 —Apartment-In-House Activity 8_20 List of interested parties to be notified of Council's decision - none ATTACHMENT 1 TO REPORT PSD-007-14 SUBDIVISION ACTIVITY, 2013 NEW APPLICATIONS& REVISIONS TO DRAFT APPROVED PLANS RECEIVED DATE SINGLE SEMI TOWNS APT. UNITS NAME FILE NO. LOCATION AREA(ha) Received Revisions COURTICE Claret Investments Ltd.&1361189 Ontario 18T-94027 Part Lots 29&30,Con 3 2.19 3-Jul-13 41 8 0 0 `49 2001544 Ontario Ltd.&289143 Ontario Lt •S-C-2013-0004 Part Lots 34&35,Con 1 4.55 20-Dec-13 82 0 0 0 82 BOWMANVILLE Pollux S-C-2013-0001 Part Lot 12,Con 2 3.80 22-Feb-13 29 85 0 114 Port Darlington Land Corp. S-C-2013-0002 Part Lots 7&8,Con BY 18.49 9-Oct-13 169 84 0 0 253 Zemer Holdings Ltd. S-C-2013-0003 Part Lot 8,Con 2 1.68 9-Jul-13 0 0 24 0 24 2265719 Ontario Ltd.,2084165 Ontario Ltd.&Kirk C.Kemp S-C-2007-0004 Part Lot 13&14,Con 3 16.13 19-Apr-13 788 0 100 214 1902 NEWCASTLE 0 0 0 0 0 HAMLETS&RURAL AREAS 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 1109 92 209 214 1624 APPLICATION DRAFT APPROVED &REVISIONS TO DRAFT APPROVAL ISSUED DATE SINGLE SEMI TOWNS APT. ,TOTAL Draft Issued UNITS NAME FILE NO. LOCATION AREA(he) Approved Revisions COURTICE Claret Investments Ltd.&1361189 Ontario 18T-94027 Part Lots 29&30,Con 3 2.19 20-Nov-13 41 8 0 0 -49 BOWMANVILLE West Diamond Properties Ltd. S-C-2012-0004 Part Lot 17,Con 1 2.62 19-Jun-13 42 0 0 0 `"42 William&Elizabeth Daniell and Green Martin Holdings Ltd. S-C-2009-0002 Part Lot 17,Con 1 14-May-13 4 28 0 0 32 Most Diamond&Players Business Park S-C-2004-004 Part Lot 17,Con 2 20 11-Mar-13 102 40 21 0 163 NEWCASTLE 0 0 0 0 0 HAMLETS&RURAL AREAS 0 0 1 0 0 0 TOTAL 189 76 21 0 286 -- FINAL PLAN APPROVAL DATE SINGLE SEMI TOWNS APT. UN TS NAME FILE NO. LOCATION AREA ha) Registered COURTICE Claret Investments&1361189 Ontario Ltd, 18T-94027 Part Lot 28,Con 2 7.16 2-Jul-13 46 66 0 0 112- 1494339 Ontario Ltd. S•-0-2012-0002 Part Lot 31,Con 2 0.16 1-Aug-13 0 0 10 0 - 10 Richard H Gay Holdings Ltd. 18T-88060 Part Lot 29&30,Con 2 0.81 16Jan-13 1 8 0 0 = 9 2265719 Ontario Ltd.,2084165 Ontario BOWMANVILLE Ltd.&Kirk C.Kemp S-C-2007-0004 Part Lot 13&14,Con 3 16.13 23-Jul-13 103 30 47 0 180 West Diamond&Players Business Park S-C-2004-004 Part Lot 17,Con 2 20 16-Nov-13 102 40 21' 0 163 NEWCASTLE LIndvest Properties&GraceFlelds(Claringt 18T-89059 Part Lot 29,Con 2 5.4 10-Sep-13 43 0 0 0 43 - HAMLETS&RURAL AREAS 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL '295 1 144 1 78 0 517 APPLICATIONS FOR DRAFT APPROVAL&REVISIONS TO DRAFT APPROVED PLANS DENIED DATE SINGLE SEMI TOWNS APT. UNITS NAME FILE NO. LOCATION AREA(ha Denial Decision COURTICE Prestonvale Heights Limited S-C-2007-0007 Part Lots 33&34,Con 2 6.66 29-Apr-13 59 20 0 192 271 BOWMANVILLE 0 0 0 0 0 NEWCASTLE 0 0 0 0 0 HAMLETS&RURAL AREAS 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 TOTAL 59 1 20--_ 0 192 271 8-21 ATTACHMENT 2 TO REPORT PSD-007-14 CONDOMINIUM ACTIVITY,2013 RECEIVED APPLICATIONS MUNICIPALITY DATES ' RESIDENTIAL UNITS TOTAL- Condo hllgh Rlsei �,c ot,o on; u an real eceive R d' Townhouse Port of Newcastle East Lands Ltd. C-C2013-0001 29 B.F Newcastle Na 29-Apr-13 12 H&H Properties Inc. C-C2013-0002 35 2 Courtice Na 8-Nov-13 79 TOTAL DRAFT APPROVED AND REGISTERED PLANS MUNICIPALITY Y CLARINGTON DATES RESIDENTIAL-UNITSf :T0TW,_- Condo Draft Plan, :", pproV File'No 6 W U an r A% puse Ail" WA PrOVa Apart Ment p Aspen Heights 11 Ltd. C-C2012-0002 17 1 Bowmanville Na 6-May-13 82 82 Port of Newcastle East Lands Ltd. C-02013-0001 29 B.F Newcastle Na 10-Oct-13 20-Nov,413 12 12 I H&H Properties Inc. C-02011-0001 8 2 Bowmanville Na 20-Jan-12 19-Nov-13 8 8 I ITowns of Springfields C-02012-0001 131&321 2 lCourtice Na 28-Nov-14 5-Dec-13 36 36 TOTAL 138 8-22 ATTACHMENT 3 TO REPORT PSD-007-14 Data Ge grail (cam, o Proposal to construct a 743 SPA2013-0001 22-Jan-13 2324 Highway 2 Bowmanville Commercial m single-use commercial 743 building on the SmartCentres property Proposal for an addition of a 45 West Side 135 mZ one-storey SPA2013 0002 25-Jan-13 Drive Bowmanville Government 135 classroom to an 135 existing school Proposal for an addition of a 2 SPA2013-0003 25-Jan-13 175 Mearns Bowmanville Government 162 m one-storey 162 Avenue kindergarten classroom to an existing school 80 Clarington 'Proposal to permit a 559 m2 SPA2013-0004 28-Feb-13 Boulvard Bowmanville Commercial bank with a drive-thru facility 559 accessory to the bank SPA2013-0005 21-Mar-13 2216 Solina Road Darlington Telecommunication Proposal for a new 55m tall n/a Tower telecommunications tower SPA2013-0006 21-Mar-13 3233 Concession Clarke Telecommunication Proposal for a new 60m tall nla Road 10 Tower telecommunications tower Proposal to'construct a 1115 SPA2013-0007 28-Mar-13 222 Baseline Bowmanville Industrial m2 storage building and a 195 1,310 Road m office addition to an existing industrial building SPA20130008 3-Apr-13 3662 Concession Kirby "Minor Residential Proposal to construct a single 1 Road 7 detached dwelling SPA2013-0009 9-Apr-13 4123 Concession Clarke "Minor Residential Proposal to construct a single 1 Road 5 detached dwelling Proposal to construct a 268 SPA2013-0010 30-Apr-13 3 Martin Road Bowmanville Commercial m2 temporary sales trailer for 268 homes in subdivisions throughout Clarington Proposal to convert an 2364 Taunton existing building to allow for a SPA2013-0011 3-May-13 Road Hampton Commercial coffee shop with drive-thru, 218 gas station and convenience store Proposal to construct a 223 10 Aspren m resaurant with a drive-thru SPA2013-0012 6-May-13 Springs Drive Bowmanville Commercial and a gas station with 495 convience store and a car wash Proposal to construct a 1170 2 SPA2013-0013 31-May-13 325 Lake Road Bowmanville Industrial m fabrication shop,inventory 1,170 storage and offices for a contractors yard Proposed 1081 m2 addition of 90 Parkway land to existing St.Josephs SPA2013-0014 14-Jun-13 Crescent Bowmanville Government school to allow for a school 1,081 addition,play yard expansion and school bus staging area SPA2013-0015 28-Jun-13 9725 Regional Darlington ""Minor Residential Proposal to construct a single 1 Road 57 detached dwelling 8-23 M- ,-" Stib end;;� � t o � Geo9 ea ' n Use esc�t�ti* I ,tea Et Proposal to construction two 80 84 Aspen. four storey apartment * SPA2013-0016 23-Jul-13 Springs Drive BowmanAlle Major Residential buildings with 223 units, 223 parking areas and amenity space Proposed alterations to the SPA2013-0017 26-Jul-13 3233 Concession Clarke Commercial driver development track and n/a Road 10 oval and a new parking area at Mosport Raceway Proposal to construct a new SPA2013-0018 8-Aug-13 5 Hawke Court Burketon **Minor Residential 90 m2 detached accessory 90 building Proposal to construct a 333 m2 addition to an existing 562 SPA2013-0019 12-Aug-13 70&72 Mearns Bowmanville Industrial m2 industrial building to allow 333 for a meat processing plant Proposal to renovate an existing 185 m2 office building 173 Baseline and construction of a new SPA2013-0020 12-Aug-13 Road Bowmanville Industrial 1115 m2 truck cleaning and 1,115 maintenance building associated with a transport and cartage yard Proposal to construct a SPA2013 0021 14-Aug-13 3384,3388& Courtice **Minor Residential temporary sales trailer and 2 3396 Trulls Road model homes for a new subdivision Proposal for construction of a 2152 South three storey,8,775 m2 office SPA2013-0022 26-Aug-13 Service Road Darlington Government building and parking areas 8,775 for OPG's refurbishment project. Proposal to construct a 253 SPA2013-0023 28-Aug-13 72 Road me Courtice Government m2 addition of the refuse 253 building for the EFW facility Proposal to construct a 298 1892 Baseline m2 second storey addition to SPA2013-0024 5-Sep-13 Road Courtice Industrial an existing mechanical and 298 fabricating building Proposal for the removal of approxiamtely 200,000 m3 of 100 Osboume excess fill and regrading of SPA2013-0025 9-Sep-13 Road Courtice Government the Courtice Water Control n/a Plant site. The fill will be used at the new Durham Police building site on Highway Proposal by OPG to construct SPA2013-0026 10-Sep-13 2151 South Darlington Government a 1392 m2 auxilary heating 1,392 Service Road system building for the nuclear power plant Proposal to construct a 540 3168 Concession m2 farm storage building and SPA2013-0027 10-Sep-13 Road 10 Clarke Agricultural a single detached dwelling 1 540 and detached accessory building 8-24 O it o Loch to an se escn Dwe ling a Proposal for the expansion of the parking area for a 86 Emily Street commercial use to allow for SPA2013 0028 16-Sep-13 W Newcastle Commercial better draiage of the property �a and abutting property to King Avenue W. Proposal to construct a new SPA2013-0029 1-Oct-13 3233 Concession Clarke Commercial 427 m2 two storey 427 Road 10 administrative building at Mosport Raceway Part Lot 28, Proposal to construct a model SPA2013-0030 9-Oct-13 Concession 3 Courtice **Minor Residential home to be used as a sales 1 office Proposal to construct eight two storey walk-up stacked SPA2013-0031 8-Nov-13 Part Lot 35, Courtice *Major Residential townhouse buildings with 79 79 Concession 2 units,a club house,amenity areas,a maintenance building and visitor parking Proposal for a 1069 m2 3480 Taunton addition to the 833 m2 SPA2013-0032 18-Nov-13 Road Orono Government existing fleet/administration 1,516 building and a new 447 m2 material storage shed Proposal for additions to the existing church building SPA2013-0033 22-Nov-13 2301 Trulls Road Courtice Institutional totaling 785 m2 which would 785 make the total size of the building 1536 m2 SPA2013-0034 22-Nov-13 12 Roy Carter Burketon **Minor Residential Proposal to construct a single 1 Street detached dwelling Proposal for an addition of a SPA2013-0035 13-Dec-13 168 Waverly Road Bowmanville Government 156 m2 one-storey 156 kindergarten classroom to an existing school Proposal to construct a four 31 Brookhouse Newcastle * storey apartment building with 78 SPA2013-0036 18-Dec-13 Drive Major Residential 78 units,parking and amenity areas 2152 South Proposal for a canopy SPA2013-0037 18-Dec-13 Service Road Darlington Government addition for a vehicle n/a inspection facility at OPG TOTALI 388 21,821 *Major Residential uses are residential units consisting of more than three units **Minor Residential uses are residential units consisting of three or less units 8-25 ATTACHMENT 4 TO REPORT PSD-007-14 SITE PLAN ACTIVITY - SITE PLANS APPROVED 2013 1 o e o pa-t;ed o i n �' ,gipaa se esc' t e g SPA2012-0033 14-Jan-13 1 Progress Drive Courtice Industrial Proposal to construct a second floor office and vestibule on an existing machine shop 334 Proposal for the conversion of an existing dwelling to a professional office,limited retail sales and SPA2012-0027 16-Jan-13 8 future accommodation of a second floor dwelling 6 Emily Street Newcastle Commercial 128 unit. No changes are proposed to the existing building however minor modifications will occur to accommodate the expanded parking area SPA2011-0028 23-Jan-13 29 Cigas Road Courtice Industrial Proposal for an 326 m2 addition to an existing 326 industrial building SPA2012-0019 6-Feb-13 23 Spicer Square Bowmanville Commercial Proposal for a new 1,012 m2 Nissan Dealership 1,012 with showroom and service garage. SPA2011-0025 11-Feb-13 422 Lake Road Bowmanville Telecommunicat Proposal for a new 30m tall telecommunications n/a ion Tower tower Part Lot 31, Telecommunicat Proposal for a new 45m tall telecommunications SPA2011-0023 8-Mar-13 Concession Broken Courtice Ion Tower tower n/a Front SPA2013-0002 12-Mar-13 45 West Side Drive Bowmanville Government Proposal fora 135 m2 addition for a new 135 kindergarten classroom Proposal to construct a 1294 m2 truck terminal with SPA2012-0028 21-Mar-13 1101 Solina Road Courtice Industrial office and shop for fabricating trailers and 1,294 undertaking fleet maintenance SPA2012-0025 3-Apr-13 4270 Concession Clarke Telecommunicat Proposal for a new 60m tall telecommunications n/a Road ion Tower tower SPA2011-0002 29-Apr-13 680 Longworth Bowmanville Commercial Proposal for an outdoor patio associated with a n/a restaurant SPA2013-0003 13-May-13 175 Mearns Avenue Bowmanville Government Proposal for an addition of a 162 m2 one-storey 162 kindergarten classroom SPA2012-0026 17-May-1 3 3333 Highway 2 Newcastle Government Proposal to construct a new 1,143 m2 full time fire 1,143 station serving Newcastle SPA2012-0007 14-Jun-13 2344 Highway 2 Bowmanville Commercial Proposal for the construction of a 975 m2 LCBO 975 building 2210 Bloor Street& Proposal to construct a new 4395 m2 Clarington SPA2012-0023 20-Jun-13 2046 Maple Grove Road Darlington Government East Division Police Building and a 2270 m2 6,665 Forensic Investigation facility SPA2013-0009 21-Jun-13 4123 Concession Rd 5 Clarke "Minor Residenti Proposal to construct a single detached dwelling 1 SPA2013-0008 26-Jun-1 Road 7 Residential 3 3662 Concession Kirby '*Minor Proposal to construct a single detached dwelling 1 SPA2010-0027 16-Jul-13 1685 Bloor Street Courtice Telecommunicat Proposal for a new 40m tall telecommunications n/a ion Tower tower Proposal for the construction of a 268 m2 SPA2013-0010 20-Aug-13 3 Martin Road Bowmanville Commercial temoporary sales trailer for homes in subdivisions 268 throughout Clarington SPA2013-0004 29 Aug-13 80 Clarington Bowmanville Commercial Proposal to construct a 559 m2 bank with a drive- 559 Boulvard thru facility. SPA2013-0018 26-Sep-13 5 Hawke Court Burketon *Minor Residenth Proposal for the construction of a new 90 m2 90 detached accessory building 3233 Concession Proposal for alterations to the driver development SPA2013-0017 30-Sep-13 Road 10 Clarke Commercial track and oval and a new parking area at Mosport n/a Racewa SPA2013-0021 10-Oct-13 3384,3388&3396 Courtice *Minor Residenti Proposal to construct a temporary sales trailer and 2 Trulls Road model homes for a new subdivision 8-26 ate. F/oo s .m 2151 South Service Proposal by OPG to construct a 1392 m2 auxilary SPA2013-0026 8-Nov-13 Road Darlington Government heating system building for the nuclear power 1,392 plant Proposal to construct a 743 m2 single-use SPA 2013-0001 20-Nov-13 2324 Highway 2 Bowmanville Commercial commercial building on the SmartCentres 743 property Proposal to renovate an e)asting 185 m2 office SPA2013-002 20-Nov-13 173 Baseline Road Bowmanville Industrial building and the construction of a new 1115 m2 1,115 truck cleaning and maintenance building associated with a transport and cartage yard 3168 Concession Proposal to construct a 540 m2 farm storage SPA2013-002 20-Nov-13 Road 10 Clarke Agricultural building and a single detached dwelling and 1 540 detached accessory building SPA2013-002 25-Nov-13 3233 Concession Clarke Commercial Proposal to construct a new 427 m2 two storey 427 Road 10 administrative building at Mos ort Raceway Proposal for the removal of appro)aamtely 200,000 m3 of excess fill and regrading of the SPA2013-002 29-Nov-13 100 Osboume Road Courtice Government Courtice Water Control Plant site. The fill will be n/a used at the new Durham Police building site on Hi hwa 2 SPA2013-002 29-Nov-13 72 Osbourne Road Courtice Government Proposal to construct a 253 m2 addition of the 253 refuse building for the EFW facility 5 Townline Road Proposeal to remove an existing residential SPA2012-0036 4-Dec-13 South&1403 Courtice Commercial dwelling and add additional parking. No n/a Hi hwa 2 additional buildings are proposed. Proposal for OPG's refurbishment of a three SPA2013-0022 4-Dec-13 2152 South Service Darlington Government storey,8,775 m2 Road office building and for parking 8,775 areas SPA 2013-003 4-Dec-13 7 Holyrod Drive Courtice Minor Residenti Proposal to construct a new model home and 1 sales centre TOTALI 6 26,002 *Major Residential uses are residential units consisting of more than three units **Minor Residential uses are residential units consisting of three or less units 8-27 00 c COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT ACTIVITY, 2013 File No_ 'Applicant' Location Geographic Area 'Description FIRST INEETING r'r „ VWSECOtlNDf,MEET.ING M �*, THIRD?MEEwT.IN.G., '.. 01 SK fflis f �§ aa- "(,.aa Ron Com{jlittee`{ Reco mepdation Gomitufee ecor e a o f£o�nrrit To permit the construction of a single detached Halloway Holdings 120 Westover Bowmanville dwelling by reducing the A2013-0001 Limited Drive minumum required Approve Approved exterior side yard from 6m to 5.3m A2013-0002 Hallowway 29 Dan Bowmanville APPLICATION N/A N/A Holdings Limited Sheehan Lane WITHDRAWN To delete the maximum Honey Harbour front yard setback A2013-0003 Heights Estates Part Lot 17, Hampton requirement of 20m and Deny Denied Ltd. Con 5 the maxi mum width of garage be 40%of the dwelling To delete the maximum Honey Harbour front yard setback A2013-0004 Heights Estates Part lot 17, Hampton requirement of 20m and Deny Denied Ltd. Con 5 the maximum width of garage be 40%of the dwelling To permit the construction of a deck by increasing the maximum permitted Approved Victoria 262 West lot coverage from 40%to Approve with A2013-0005 Bowmanville Pasowisty Scugog Lane 43%and the maximum conditions nth —i conditions permitted projection in a O required rear yard from X 1.5m to 2.5m m 'D To permit the parking of a Q D 23 Brodie commercial motor vehicle A2013-0006 Michael Neil Court Bowmanville on a residential property Table Tabled Deny Tabled Deny Approved D with a gross weight of 6 -p n tonnes fA = To permit a two storey addition to a single C CD M Z detached dwelling by Approved .v z 251 Townline Approve with A2013-0007 Lynn Snowdon Courtice reducing the minimum with Road N. required side conditions q yard conditions A CA setback from 1.2m to 0.6m ie o. Applicant Location Geo r hicArea Description , . .., , , y „ TNIRD MEETING Staff eGS o o ISTI r De'GSiol�o Sta perasiop of Recommendgbonormiltes Recommen ation,Com ittee Deco eratio Gofnrpitfee, ::"!S `rf,.:.a `°'' a 'czs'uxs� Fs. To permit the expansion 645 Townline of a legal non conforming Approve with Approved A2013-0008 Mario Romano Road N. Darlington 2 with triplex byadding a 26.7m conditions addition conditions To permit a meat A2013-0009 Anidam 70&72 Bowmanville processing plant in the Approve Tabled Approve Approved Enterprises Inc. Meams Court General Industrial M2 zone To permit existing 3440 accessory buildings with A2013-0010 Joanne Barchard Concession Clarke a maximum 2 total floor Approve Approved Road 3 area of 136m as a result of a surplus farm dwelling severance To permit the construction H&H Building 23 William of single detached A2013-0011 Corp. Inglesbrive Courtice dwelling byincreasing the Approve Approved maximum lot coverage from 40%to41% To permit the construction 2324 Highway of building by increasing Approved A2013-0012 Smartcentres 2 Bowmanville the maximum required Approve with setback from a public conditions street from 3.5m to 10.7m I To permit an addition to a 127 Wellington single detached dwelling A2013-0013 Chariotte Hughes Street Bowmanville by reducing the minimum Approve Approved required rear yard from 7.5m to 5.9m To permit the construction of a single detached A2013-0014 Ed&Sylvia 29 Caroline dwelling by reducing the Newcastle Approve Approved Vanhaverbeke Street E. minimum required interior side yard from 1.2m to 0.6m I To permit the construction Frank&Jennifer 37 Millville of a detached garage by A2013-0015 Cook Avenue Hampton increasing the maximum Approve Approved permitted total floor area - from 90M2 to 98m2 I N CO W File No. Applicant Location Geographic Area Description �,�FIRST MEETING r�� � ' `SECOND MEETING WROOM WIRDNEETING, � .. �1. 5�' k. � �� YW.t.'IS���`,�• a "� l. '� t• Staffdeciso� Staff' D. s onaf a u H c 0 l,a , � o e_ To permit the expansion of legal non-conforming A2013-0016 Peter Lauder 6436 Cedar Darlington dwelling to permit a Approve Approved Park Road carport and covered porch with a minimum side yard setback of 1.2m To permit the creation of A2013-0017 Estate of Marjorie 5800.Main a lot by reducing the Best Street Orono minimum lot area from Approve Approved 40ha to 16.4ha To permit the creation of a lot by red ucing the minimum lot area from Estate of Marjorie 5800 Main 40ha to 1.1 ha and to A2013-0018 Best Street Orono allow for existing Approve Approved accessory buildings by increasing the maximum 1 total floor area nad maximum buildi n height j To permit the construction of a new single detached dwelling by reducing the A2013-0019 Charles Hanna 6587 Road Clarke minimum required Approve Approved j setback from a livestock j building from 300m to 140m jTo permit an addition to 1339 Townline an existing single A2013-0020 Avelino Desousa Road N. Darlington detached dwelling with a Approve Approved minimum side yard setback of 1.2m To permit the construction 1821 Bloor of a detached garage with A2013-0021 Kenneth Ferris Street Darlington a minimum interior side Approve Approved yard setback of 0.6m {A2013-0022 H&H Building 1 William To permit a maximum Corp. Ingles Drive Courtice driveway width of 5.95m Approve Approved I H&H Building 109 Granville To permit a maximum Approve with Approved A2013-0023 Corp. Drive Courtice drivewaywidth of 6.25m modification with modification File No. Applicant Location Geo ra hicArea Description �Xa"4 FIRST�MEETING�,19 K�r 1,MVftSECONDfMEETJNG THIRD•'ME FINGWO m' 4Sta4 Decision otaDe`";sio of to, ecisoo ads �;FJ2eco m ah � * m er n o :=a a'o Co it ee�' T t he maximum Preservation To increase eservation A2013-0024 Sanctuary Camp 10126 Long Darlington Permitted total floor area for Approve with Approved with Club Sault Road all accessory buildings from conditions conditions 120m2 to 372m2 To permit the creation of a A2013-0025 Brookfield Homes Part lot 28, lot by reducing the Limited Concession 2 Newcastle minimum lot area from Approve Approved 40ha to 18.99ha To permit the construction of a single detached dwelling with a minimum 12 Roy Carter Burketon front yard setback of 7m,a A2013-0026 Kiya Developments Street minimum interior side yard Approve Approved setback of 1.8m and a minimum exterior side yard setback of 4.5m Tereza&Adrian 7999 Oak To permit a maximum total A2013-0027 Clarke floor area for all accessory Approve with Approved with Lynde School Road buildings of 104m 2 conditions conditions A2013-0028 H&H Building 39 William Courtice To permit a maximum Approve Approved Corp. In les Drive driveway width of 6m A2013-0029 H&H Building 98 William Courtice To permit a maximum Corp. In les Drive driveway width of 5.95m Approve Approved To permit the construction H&H Building 53 Granville of a single detached A2013-0030 Corp. Drive Courtice dwelling with a minimum Approve Approved exterior side yard setback of 3.3m A2013-0031 H&H Building Fln William To permit a maximum Corp. les Drive Courtice d rivewav width of 6m Approve Approved 4123 To permit the construciton A2013-0032 Ralph Machon Concession Clarke of a single detached dwelling with a maximum Approve Approved Road 5 height of 12.5m DD w w 1 : , p � IRST�MEE�TINGSi„'�� � ' ,'�SECOND,`.MEEa71N� � 1'I;IIRD,�MEE;TING,k,: � File o. Applicant Location Geographic Area Description �} Staffs'” ,`Dec s o � Staff. De �sr`o%iF�f� to : ` ecisiortol. rRecomme a on o mittee `Reco me aUon Commute iRecotnrrie atioo�ittee To permit an inground pool with a minimum setback of 1.2m to an Approved Approve two 82 Auburn Environmental Protection variances and with A2013-0033 JayArteaga Courtice (EP)zone,a deck with a modifications Lane minimum interiorside Denyone and yard setback of 0.3m and variance conditions to permit a maximum lot coverage of 45% To permit a a swimming App roved 540 George pool and shed with a Approve with A2013-0034 Andrea Traynor Reynolds Drive Courtice minimum rear yard conditions with setback of 1.2m conditions To permit the construction A2013-0035 H&H Building 98 William Courtice of a single detached pprove Approved Corp.rp. Ingles Drive dwelling with an exterior side yard setback of 3.5m To permit an addition to a Chris&Catherine 158 Jennings deck in the rear yard by I.A2013-0036 Bowmanville increasing the maximum Approve Approved i Baynham Drive permitted lot coverage to i 45% 4870 A2013-0037 Charles lbbitson Concession Clarke APPLICATION N/A N/A Road 6 WITHDRAWN To permit the construction 299 Boswell of a single detached Approved Drive conditions l A2013-0038 Jeffery Homes Bowmanville dwelling with a minimum Approve with with rear Ya rd setbackof conditions 6.25m To permit the conversion of an attached garage to Erin Logue& 10 Ireland living space by reducing Approve Approved rove with�A2013-0039 Bowmanville with Robert Hutton Street the minimum required conditions side yard setback to conditions a 1.78m To permit the conversion i Teresa&Ronald 5 Dee ark of an attached garage to Approved A2013-0040 Reed Cres ent Bowmanville living space by reducing Approve with with . - i the minimum required conditions conditions side yard setback to 2.4m File No Applicant Location Geographic Area -.DescriptioriFIRSTMEETING ," SECbNDu1VlETlNG'&MA0 _,AlRD.MEET.ING: No � D � f Commi{ e R a °afro ". itte C eco a tlb wl- h eel, e �. ;nSit-"s' . a,•R i7 a�` y ' rya` tM1 r".,�,. To permit the construction of detached garage by Approved A2013-0041 Brian Syer 5749 Solina Solina increasing the ma)amum Approve with with Road permitted total floor area conditions conditions from 90m2 to 105m2 i To permit the addition of 2699 a front porch and carpot Approved Veenstra to an eAsting structure to i A2013-0042 Concession Tyrone Approve, with � Construction Road 7 allow a ma�amum lot conditions coverage of 55%and a side yard setback of 1.2m To permit the constrmiton of single detached A2013-0043 Tunney Planning 145 Kenneth Bowmanville dwelling with garage Approve Approved Cole Drive doors flush with or ! recessed behind a covered porch To permitthe construciton of a single detached A2013-0044 Tunney Planning 141 Kenneth Bowmanville dwelling with garage Approve Approved Cole Drive doors flush with or recessed behind a covered porch To pen-nit the construciton of single detached !A2013-0045 Tunney Planning 137 Kenneth Bowmanville dwelling with garage Approve Approved iCole Drive doors flush with or. ! recessed behind a ! covered porch To permit the construciton of a single detached I A2013-0046 Tunney Planning 140 Kenneth Bowmanville dwelling with garage Approve Approved Cole Drive doors flush with or recessed behind a 1 covered porch To permitthe construction of a single detached ! 132 Kenneth dwelling by allowing the A2013-0047 Tunney Planning Cole Drive Bowmanville garage doors to project Approve Approved 1.1m closer to the street Oo line than the front wall of W the dwelling W CO File No'. Applicant Location Geographic Area Description- "F9RSTPME ET,ING �a. SE�CQND�MEETII�G,,,`" �wP THIRD IVIE��TING _ Staecision of > S ' ecisionn �a D;e slog of Recommenda4on Committeexr Recommendation Comma ei: Recomrne To permit the construction of a single detached 60 Kenneth dwelling by allowing the A2013=0048 Tunney Planning Cole Drive Bowmanville garage doors to project Approve Approved 1.1m closer to the street line than the front wall of the dwelling To permit the construction of single detached 101 Kenneth dwelling by allowing the A2013-0049 Tunney Planning Cole Drive Bowmanville garage doors to project Approve Approved 1.1 m closer to the street line than the front wall of the dwelling 1 To permit the construction of a single detached 125 Kenneth dwelling byallowing the A2013-0050 Tunney Planning Cole Drive Bowmanville garage doors to project Approve Approved 1.1 m closer to the street line than the front wall of the dwelling To permit the construction of a single detached 144 Kenneth dwelling by allowing the A2013-0051 Tunney Planning Bowmanville garage doors to project Approve Approved ' Cole Drive 1.1 m closer to the street line than the front wall of the dwelling To permit the construction ' of single detached 133 Kenneth dwelling by allowing the A2013-0052 Tunney Planning Cole Drive Bowmanville garage doors to project Approve Approved 1.1 m closerto the street line than the front wall of the dwelling j To permit the construction H&H Properties Part Lot 12, of a townhouse dwelling A2013-0053 Inc. Concession 2 Bowmanville with a minimum exterior i side yard of 4.27m LAND DIVISION ACTIVITY, 2013 Total Boundary File No. Owner Location Geographic hic Land Use Type Description Proposed Adjustments/ Decision Of New Lots Easements/ Committee Lease LD2013-003 Canadian National Railway Part Lot 20,Broken Front Consent to grant a 912 m2 easement for water and Company Concession Darlington Instituation 1 Approved sewer over the 1115.55 ha of railway lands. Joanne Barchard and Lois Consent to add a vacant 17.3 ha agricultural parcel LD2013-004 Wilson Part Lot 30,Concession 3 Clarke Rural Residential of land to the north,retaining a 0.6 ha lot with an 1 Approved existing dwelling. Consent to sever a vacant 805 m2 residential lot, LD2013-006 E.&R.Tutte Part Lot 35,Concession 2 Courtice Urban Residential retaining a 1115 m2 residential lot with an exisiting 1 Approved dwellin . Consent to sever a vacant 660 m2 residential lot, LD2013-007 E.&R.Tutte Part Lot 25,Concession 2 Courtice Urban Residential retaining a vacant 145 m2 parcel of land for land 1 Approved assembly with the property to the south. Consent to sever a vacant 16.43 ha agricultural LD2013-020 Estate of Majorie Best Part Lot 29,Concession 5 Orono Urban Residential parcel,retaining a 2.94 ha parcel with an existing 1 Approved dwellino and farm buildings Jean and Marcello Consent to sever a 518 m2 residential lot,retaining a LD2013-021 Provenzano Part Lot 35,Concession 2 Courtice Urban Residential 518 m2 residential lot Existing dwelling to be 1 Approved demolished. LD2013-042 Michael Senyk Part Lot 35,Concession 4 Darlington Rural Residential Consent to sever a 3000 m2 lot,retaining a 5974 m2 1 Approved lot with an existing dwelling LD2013-043 Michael Senyk Part Lot 35,Concession 4 Darlington Rural Residential Consent to sever a 3000 m2 lot,retaining a 5974 m2 1 Approved lot with an existing dwelling LD2013-056 562503 Ontario Limited Part Lot 17,Concession 5 Hampton Rural Residential Consent to sever a vacant 0.51 ha hamlet lot, 1 Approved retaining a vacant 4.72 ha parcel of land LD2013-067 H.Runions Part Lot 35,Concession 2 Courtice Urban Residential Consent to sever a 1187 m2 lot,retaining a 1508 m2 1 Approved lot with an existing dwelling Consent to add a vacant 240 m2 parcel of land to LD2013-068 H.Runions Part Lot 25,Concession 2 Courtice Urban Residential the property to the south,retaining a vacant 947 m2 1 Approved arcel O X M -v OD � D � n Cn _ v � 00 c m Z w � � 01 .p I Total Boundary Geographic Adjustments/ Decision Of File No. Owner Location Area Land Use Type Description Proposed Easements/ Committee New Lots Lease Consent to add a vacant 374 m2 parcel of land to LD2013-073 2055979 Ontario Inc. Part Lot 28,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential the lands to the east,retaining a vacant 1.93 ha 1 Approved agricultural lot. Consent to add a vacant 121 m2 parcel of land to LD2013-074 2055979 Ontario Inc. Part Lot 28,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential the lands to the east,retaining a vacant 1.93 ha 1 Approved agricultural lot. Consent to add a vacant 75 m2 parcel to the lands LD2013-075 2055979 Ontario Inc. Part Lot 28,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential to the east,retaining a 4.98 ha agircultural lot with 1 Approved an existing dwelling and farm buildings Consent to add a vacant 122 m2 parcel to the lands LD2013-076 2055979 Ontario Inc. Part Lot 28,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential to the east,retaining a 4.98 ha agircultural lot with 1 Approved an existing dwelling and farm buildings Consent to add a vacant 60 m2 parcel to the lands LD2013-077 2055979 Ontario Inc. Part Lot 28,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential to the east,retaining a 4.98 ha agircultural lot with 1 Approved an existinq dwelling and farm buildings Brookfield Homes(Ontario) Part Lot 28 Consent to sever a vacant 18.99 ha parcel of land, LD2013-079 Limited ,Concession 2 Newcastle Urban Residential, retaining a 15.88 ha parcel of land with existing 1 Approved agricultural buildings LD2013-099 Katalin and Sandor Kis Part Lot 29,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential Consent to sever a 474 m2 parcel,retaining a 474 1 Approved M2 arcel LD2013-100 Katalin and Sandor Kis Part Lot 29,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential Consent to sever a 569 m2 parcel of land,retaining 1 Approved a 472 m parcel LD2013-101 Ranji,Rakesh,Madhul Gupta Part Lot 9,Concession 1 Newtonville Rural Residential Consent to add a vacant 1.54'ha parcel of land to 1 Approved the lands to the west,retaining a 0.41 ha parcel pp Consent to add a vacant 7.95 ha parcel of land to LD2013-102 Ranji,Rakesh,Madhul Gupta Part Lot 9,Concession 1 Newtonville Rural Residential the lands to the west,retaining a 0.66 ha parcel of 1 Approved land LD2013-113 M.Philip Part Lot 9,Concession 6 Tyrone Rural Residential Consent to add a 379 m2 parcel of land to the lands 1 Approved to the east,retaining a 1,516 mF parcel Gwendolyn Thiele,1361189 Consent to sever a 3527 m2 vacant residential LD2013-114 Ontario Ltd.and Claret Part Lot 27,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential parcel of land,retaining a 451 m2 parcel of land with 1 Approved Investments Ltd. an existing dwelling Gwendolyn Thiele,1361189 Consent to add a 164 m2 parcel of land to the lands LD2013-115 Ontario Ltd.and Claret Part Lot 27,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential 1 Approved Investments Ltd. to the south,retaining a 1,651 m 2 parcel of land Gwendolyn Thiele,1361189 Consent to add a 49 m2 parcel of land to the lands LD2013-116 Ontario Ltd.and Claret Part Lot 27,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential 2 1 Approved Investments Ltd. to the south,retaining a 3,938 m parcel of land LD2013-117 Fridel Lim Consent to sever a vacant 366 m2 residential lot, Part Lot 29,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential 1 Approved retaining a vacant 366 m 2 residential lot Total Boundary File No. Owner Location Geographic Land Use Type Description Proposed Adjustments/ Decision Of Area New Lots Easements/ Committee Lease LD2013-118 Fridel Limited Part Lot 29,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential Consent to sever a vacant 362 m2 residential lot, 1 Approved retaininq a vacant 564 m2 residential lot. LD2013-128 Olga Bergs,John and Part Lot 28 Consent to sever a 2,867 a parcel with an existing_ Stephen Krezanowski ,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential z 1 Approved dwelling,retainin a 39,371 m parcel Consent to add a 603 m2 parcel to the lands to the LD2013-147 W.&C.Larmi Part Lot 33,Concession 3 Courtice Urban Residential north,retaining a 950 m2 parcel with an existing 1 Approved dwelling TOTAL 15—F 14 co W J CO APT-IN-HOUSE ACTIVITY, 2013 Applications Received in 2013 Date —Area Area reap -AparTm -A- Application ', �,���T, Official 66 1 R666give in Jsq_m eW-,.,QrExisting-- .'�LW6tibwiniDW.eiling�� esigna.on-i d q'. APT2013-001 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 25-Jan-13 RI 121.7 1369.6 APT2013-002 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE EXISTING BASEMENT 21-Feb-13 R1 92.9 493.27 APT2013-003 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE EXISTING BASEMENT 7-Mar-13 R1 83.1 347 APT2013-004 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 19-Mar-13 R2 56.8 374 APT2013-005 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 12-Apr-13 R2 130 477 APT2013-006 Urban Residential COURTICE NEW BASEMENT 17-May-13 RI-48 52.0 321 APT2013-007 Urban Residential COURTICE NEW BASEMENT 10-Jun-13 RI 65.0 280 APT2013-008 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT& 24-Jun-13 R1 97.8 709 GROUND FLOOR APT2013-009 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 28-Jun-13 R2 111.4 420 APT2013-01 0 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE EXISTING BASEMENT 26-Jun-13 RI 41.6 350 APT2013-011 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE EXISTING BASEMENT 26-Apr-13 RI 55.9 285 APT2013-012 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE EXISTING BASEMENT 1-Aug-13 R1 115.6 464 APT2013-013 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE EXISTING BASEMENT 12-Sep-13 R1 65 669 APT2013-014 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 26-Sep-1 3 RI 57.2 315 APT2013-015 Urban Residential COURTICE NEW BASEMENT 4-Oct-13 RI 49.3 637 APT2013-016 Urban Residential COURTICE EXISTING BASEMENT 15-Oct-13 RI 54.3 302 APT2013-017 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 21-Oct RI 40-4 308:1 0 m 0 > > Cn 0 0 3: 69 M CD 4 Z -Ph. -4 Registered Applications 2013 T D te f po'liOfficial Plan" Apartment it 6,� cation libation'� :Apartmeh PID Number D6sign6tid'fi. I ::Communi Newor:Existft; `-Loa'ti on in-DW6 Iin' Received RegisterddT APT2004-004 Urban Residential COURTICE EXISTING BASEMENT 10-Jun-04 21-Feb-13 R1 82.6 728.5 I APT2013-001 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 25-Jan-13 25-Apr-13 R1 "121.7 1369.6 APT2012-01 0 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE EXISTING BASEMENT 1-Oct-12 16-May-1 3 R1 73.8 365-4 APT2012-012 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE EXISTING BASEMENT 21-Nov-12 16-May-13 R2 89 532.7 APT2012-011 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 21-Oct-12 20-Jun-13 R1 76.6 274.35 APT2012-008 Urban Residential COURTICE NEW BASEMENT 13-Aug-12 19-Jul-13 R2-75 78 433.1 APT2013-004 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 19-Mar-13 22-Aug-13 R2 56.8 373.5 APT2012-001 Urban.Residential BOWMANVILLE NEW BASEMENT 13-Jan-12 3-Sep-13 R1 164.5 319 APT2013-01 0 Urban Residential BOWMANVILLE EXISTING BASEMENT 26-Aug-13 30-Sep-13 R2 41.6 350 APT201 0-010 Urban Residential NEWCASTLE NEW BASEMENT 20-Aug-10 11-Nov-13 R1-39 87.1 307.3 00 CD Clarftwn REPORT PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution#: By-law#: Report#: PSD-008-14 File#: PLN 17.2 Subject: CONSERVATION ONTARIO WHITEPAPER "WATERSHED MANAGEMENT FUTURES FOR ONTARIO" AND TORONTO REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY DRAFT "LIVING CITY POLICIES" RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report PSD-008-14 be received for information; and 2. THAT Council's decision and a copy of Report PSD-008-14 be forwarded to the Region of Durham, the City of Pickering, the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, the Kawartha Region Conservation Authority, and the Ottonabee Region Conservation Authority. Submitted by: Reviewed by: Da d rome, MCIP, RPP Franklin Wu, Director of Planning Services Chief Administrative Officer JAS/FL/df 10 January 2014 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 8-40 REPORT NO.: PSD-008-14 PAGE 2 1. PURPOSE OF REPORT 1.1 On September 30, 2013, Council considered a letter from the City of Pickering to the Toronto Region Conservation Authority regarding Conservation Ontario's Whitepaper "Watershed Management Futures for Ontario" and Toronto Region Conservation Authority's draft "Living City Policies". Council resolved (Resolution # C-308-13 attached) to refer the letter to staff for a report. This staff report has been prepared in response to that direction. 2. WATERSHED MANAGEMENT FUTURES FOR ONTARIO 2.1 Conservation Ontario, the organization that collectively represents the Province's 36 Conservation Authorities, released the "Watershed Management Futures for Ontario" Whitepaper in October 2012. The Whitepaper discusses the various environmental challenges facing southern Ontario and the complex regulatory maze that is not always effective in dealing with them. Conservation Ontario argues that, given current economic constraints, a discussion between Conservation Authorities and the Province on options for a renewed watershed management partnership and a more efficient allocation of resources at the provincial and local levels is necessary. 2.2 Conservation Ontario believes that Integrated Watershed Management, which manages human activities and natural resources on a watershed basis, would provide an effective and efficient framework for integrating provincial and federal policy and science into local decision-making. The Whitepaper states that, due to their local expertise and resources, as well as existing agreements with provincial ministries (e.g. Regulatory Flood, Provincial Groundwater Monitoring Network), Conservation Authorities are best suited to implement IWM across southern Ontario. 2.3 The Whitepaper acknowledges that, in order to accomplish the effective implementation of IWM, a number of fundamental and inter-related issues need to be addressed. These include refining the Conservation Authority mandate and governance model, and developing a sustainable funding formula. A refined mandate, for example, would help. legitimize the role of Conservation Authorities in representing provincial interests in the protection of natural heritage systems through the land use planning process. 2.4 Conservation Ontario and various provincial ministries have initiated discussions on the recommendations outlined in the Whitepaper. It is expected that municipalities will be invited to participate at a later date should these preliminary discussions prove to be productive. 3. TRCA'S LIVING CITY POLICIES 3.1 TRCA released the draft "Living City Policies for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the TRCX in January 2013. The purpose of the Living City policies is to guide the TRCA in implementing its regulatory and planning responsibilities for the next 8-41 REPORT NO.: PSD-008-14 PAGE 3 decade. These include the authority under the Conservation Authorities Act to regulate alterations to watercourses, delegated Provincial Interest under the Provincial Policy Statement regarding flood and erosion hazards, and to provide comments and advice to municipalities on watershed management and natural heritage related to municipal decisions on planning policy and development applications. 3.2 In addition to its regulatory responsibilities, the Living City document also defines Toronto Region Conservation Authority's mission as working with its partners to ensure that the communities within its jurisdiction are "built on a natural foundation of healthy rivers and shorelines, greenspace and biodiversity, and sustainable communities". It recognizes that Toronto Region Conservation Authority must work with the provincial government and its member municipalities in order to implement sustainability since no single organization possesses the necessary mandate, resources or expertise. 3.3 The Living City document provides broad guidance and policies on how sustainable communities can be achieved. For example, these include taking an adaptive approach to watershed management to address climate change and the cumulative impacts of development, and encouraging municipalities to incorporate sustainable energy measures into planning documents and integrate trail systems into municipal transportation plans. 4. COMMENTS 4.1 Clarington encompasses parts of four Conservation Authorities - Central Lake Ontario, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, Kawartha Region Conservation Authority and Ottonabee Region Conservation Authority. As is common practice for Clarington, the Conservation Authorities, primarily Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority and Ganaraska, provide technical advice to the Municipality on natural heritage and water resource planning and protection in the development of Official Plan policies, as well as providing comments on development applications. The proposal by Conservation Ontario to redefine and confirm the important role of Conservation Authorities in protecting the Province's natural heritage has merit, although issues such as the redistribution of responsibilities and a stable funding formula for Conservation Authorities will need to be resolved. 4.2 Toronto Region Conservation Authority's "Living City" document highlights the significance of the interface between natural heritage planning and land use planning, and notes the importance of sustainable communities to not only the protection of local natural heritage features and functions, but also the contribution of local land use decisions to addressing global environmental challenges such as climate change. Both Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority and Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority have documents similar to Toronto Region Conservation Authority's "Living City" document. 4.3 Municipal Staff and Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority and Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority staff have jointly worked on the natural heritage system as presented in the Natural Heritage Systems Discussion Paper for the Official Plan 8-42 REPORT NO.: PSD-008-14 PAGE 4 existing Clarington Official Plan, through its three key principles of sustainable development, healthy communities, and growth management. These principles will be strengthened as a result of the Official Plan Review. 5. CONCURRENCE - Not applicable 6. CONCLUSION 6.1 Staff will continue to monitor the discussions between Conservation Ontario and the provincial government regarding redefining the mandate of Conservation Authorities. Staff will also continue to work with our Conservation Authority partners to ensure that sustainable development, healthy communities, and growth management remain as the foundation to land use planning decisions in Clarington. CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN — Not Applicable Staff Contact: Janice Szwarz Attachments: Attachment 1 — Resolution #C-308-13 List of interested parties to be notified of Council's decision: Region of Durham City of Pickering Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority Kawartha Region Conservation Authority Ottonabee Region Conservation Authority 8-43 Attachment 1 To Report PSD=008-14 Leadiugtlieji'ay OCT Q 8 2013 MUNICIPA II'DEPARTMENT LARIN ON MEMO PLANNING TO: David Crome, Director of Planning Services FROM: Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk DATE: October 4, 2013 RE: THE DRAFT"LIVING CITY POLICIES", TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY AND "WATERSHED MANAGEMENT FUTURES FOR ONTARIO",CONSERVATION ONTARIO WHITEPAPER FILE NO.: C11.GE/E06,GE At a meeting held on September 30, 2013, Council considered and referred for report correspondence from the City of Pickering regarding the above matter. A copy of the correspondence was forwarded to you earlier, however, if'you require another copy, please a • e. Patti Barrie PLB/kb . 8-44 Council Meeting Minutes - 12- September 30, 2013 1 -7 Amy Terrill,Vice President Public Affairs,Music Canada, advising Music . Canada represents the major music companies and artists in Canada and works directly with recording studios, live music venues and music festivals,including Boots and Hearts; indicating that Boots and Hearts is a unique music festival in Ontario but one of many that contribute to the economic, social and cultural benefits live music brings to Ontario; advising that the Province has identified music as a key economic sector and has announced a coordinated strategy to market Ontario as one of the best destinations for live music in the world; indicating that music festivals pump millions of dollars into their local economies and that Boots and Hearts is a huge opportunity for Clarington as its host community; an encouraging the Municipality to work with'Republic Live in order to maximize the benefits of the festival and to address any concerns that may arise. 1 -9 Darlene Brown, Executive Director, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarington, providing an update of activities which took place during the yearlong celebration marking 100 years of mentoring in Canada and revealing research findings in support of mentoring with respect to student success, civic engagement and dealing with bullying. 1- 10 Roger Saunders, Director, Strategic Planning, Regional Municipality of Durham,forwarding a copy of Report No. 2013-P-55 of the Commissioner of Planning arid Economic Development regarding the National Household Survey (2011) Mobility, Education, and Labour Force. 1 - 13 D. Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising Council that on September 18, 2013, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to Quarterly Report on Planning Activities: "a) THAT Report 42013-P-50 of the Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development be received for information; and b) THAT a copy of Report#2013-P-50 be forwarded to all Durham Area Municipalities, Durham Regional Police Service, and Durham Emergency Medical Services for information." 1 - 12 Debbie Shields, City Clerk, City of Pickering,writing to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, advising that on September 16,2013, the City of Pickering adopted the following resolution pertaining to Conservation Policies: The Draft"Living City Policies",Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and`Watershed Management Futures for Ontario", Conservation Ontario Whitepaper: 8-45 Council Meeting Minutes - 13- September 30, 2013 "1.THAT Report PLN 15-13 of the Director, City Development regarding the draft"Living City Policies"of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the"Watershed Management Futures for Ontario",a Whitepaper by Conservation Ontario,be received; 2. THAT City Staff comments on the draft"Living City Policies"of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, as set out in Appendix I to Report PLD 15-13, be endorsed, and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be requested to reflect the comments in the final"Living City Policies"and that TRCA be requested to respond in writing to the City of Pickering with respect to these matters; 3. THAT Pickering Council advise Conservation Ontario and the Ministers of Natural Resources, Environment, Municipal Affairs and Housing, Infrastructure, and Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs,that the City of Pickering does not support: a) transfer of ownership of flood control infrastructure to municipalities from Conservation Authorities;and b) delegation of the authority for policy interpretation for natural heritage protections under the Planning Act to Conservation Authorities from municipalities; 4. THAT Pickering Council request that area municipalities be invited to participate in the discussions about a new funding formula for Conservation Authorities that'may have direct,impacts on municipal interests; and 5. FURTHER, THAT copies of Report Number PLN 15-13 be forwarded to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority,the Region of Durham, other Durham Region local municipalities,the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, Conservation Ontario and the Ministers of Natural Resources, Environment, Municipal Affairs and Housing, Infrastructure, and Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs." Resolution#C-308-13 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill THAT Correspondence Item 1 -12 from Debbie Shields,City Clerk, City of Pickering,with respect to Conservation Policies: The Draft"Living City Policies', Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and"Watershed Management Futures for Ontario", Conservation Ontario Whitepaper, be referred to staff for a report. "CARRIED" 8-46 clafkgton REPORT PLANNING DEPARTMENT SERVICES Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution#: By-law#: N/A Report#: PSD-009-14 File#: COPA 2013-0004 & ZBA 2013-0016 Subject: AN APPLICATION FOR A CLARINGTON OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND REZONING TO ALLOW CAMPING ON LANDS ADJACENT TO CANADIAN TIRE MOTORSPORT PARK APPLICANT: REPUBLIC LIVE INC. RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report PSD-009-14 be received; 2. THAT Amendment 96 to the Clarington Official Plan submitted by Republic Live Inc. to redesignate lands from General Agriculture to Green Space, as contained in Attachment 3 be adopted and the By-law adopting the Official Plan Amendment contained in Attachment,4 be passed; 3. THAT a Temporary Use Zoning By-law Amendment allowing camping and ancillary uses, be approved as contained in Attachment 5; 4. THAT once all provisions.contained in the Official Plan and Zoning By-law with respect to the removal of the (H) Holding Symbol are satisfied through site plan approval, the By-law authorizing the removal of the (H) Holding Symbol be approved; 5. THAT the Durham Regional Planning Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-009-14 and Council's decision; and 6. THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-009-14 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 8-47 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 2 Submitted by: � Reviewed by: Crome, MCIP, RPP Franklin Wu, Dire or of Planning Services Chief Administrative Officer ATS/CP/df 14 January 2014 8-48 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 3 1. APPLICATION DETAILS 1.1 Owner: Darclarke Properties Corp. (Canadian Tire Motorsport Park) 1.2 Applicant: Republic Live Inc. 1.3 Agent: Valerie Cranmer & Associates 1.4 Proposal: Clarington Official Plan Amendment A proposed Clarington Official Plan Amendment to change the land use designation from General Agricultural to Green Space to allow major recreational uses. Zoning By-law Amendment. A proposed Zoning By-law amendment to permit outdoor camping, parking and portable washroom facilities associated with events on adjacent Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP) lands. 1.5 Area: 26.36 hectares (65 acres) 1.6 Location: Part of Lot 1, Concession 8, Former Township of Darlington (Figure 1) 2. BACKGROUND 2.1 The applications request changes to the Clarington Official Plan and Zoning By-law to allow camping and ancillary uses, such as parking, washrooms and shower facilities and would have the following characteristics: • Only occur during special events held at adjacent CTMP, when demand for the additional land is necessary • No permanent buildings or structures are proposed (portable and temporary structures installed for event) • No proposed alterations to grading or natural features • Lands would remain unserviced • Existing agricultural use (hay) would continue 2.2 The temporary use zoning application was originally submitted in June 2013 and the public meeting was held September 9, 2013. Following the public meeting, an application to amend the Clarington Official Plan was submitted and the rezoning was revised from a temporary use to a permanent use. The public meeting for the Official Plan Amendment and revised Zoning By-law Amendment was held December 9, 2013. 8-49 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 4 2.3 The applicant has submitted a Planning Justification report, a Natural Heritage Evaluation, a Traffic Management Plan and a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment in support of the applications. 2.4 The purpose of this report is to provide a recommendation for approval of changes to the Clarington Official Plan and Zoning By-law to allow camping and ancillary uses on the subject lands (Figure 1) owned by Darclarke Properties Inc. in association with events held at adjacent Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP). It does not deal with the many details associated with the management and delivery of the special event itself. These would be addressed in part through the application for site plan approval and other related permits required to allow the use. 2.5 The Boots and Hearts Music Festival has been held the past two years and most recently from August 1 to August 4, 2013. Approximately 18,000 people camped at the festival. Camping, which included both tents and recreation vehicles (RV's), was accommodated as follows: Approximate Number of Owner Campsites Darclarke Properties Corp Parcel 1 2,500 Canadian Tire Motors port Park 2,000 Each campsite has the potential to accommodate up to 8 campers per site. Based on the information provided, on average, there were less than 4 campers per campsite. 2.6 The Municipality has a Special Event By-law 91-56, as amended. The purpose of the by-law is to regulate and licence large exhibitions and events such as the Boots and Hearts Music Festival and other events at CTMP. Prior to issuing a Special Event license, a number of items must be addressed in accordance with the by-law including, but not limited to: ® Description of the event and the land to be used for parking, camping, sale and consumption of food; ® Time period of event; ® Proof of liability insurance; ® Agreement with the Municipality to save harmless and indemnify; ® Clearance by Durham Region Police Service that there is adequate police protection for the event (securities/costs may be collected); ® Clearance by the Fire Chief that there is adequate fire protection (securities/costs may be collected)'; ® Clearance by Durham Region Health Department certifying that the event satisfies all public health and sanitation requirements; and ® Arrangements for noise monitoring for any event at CTMP. 2.7 The Special Event by-law is currently under review by the Municipal Solicitor. Future amendments to the Special Event by-law will address issues arising relating to the Boots and Hearts Music Festival, such as traffic, and other trends relating to special events across the Municipality. 8-50 k i IY I' 1 � f 1 I - a.o. OFT a.o."am IL t F , S - REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 6 3. LAND CHARACTERISTICS AND SURROUNDING USES 3.1 The subject lands, owned by Darclarke Properties Corp., is located immediately west of the existing Canadian Tire Motorsport Park lands, with frontage along Regional Road 20 and Concession Road 10, Clarke. The aerial photograph (see Figure 2) shows the extent of the use of the subject property during the recent Boots and Hearts Music Festival. The main event area on the Mosport site is shown on Figure 3. 3.2 The surrounding uses areas follows: North - Existing Aggregate Extraction operation, agricultural land South - Woodlot East - Canadian Tire Motorsport Park West - Existing licensed (inactive) Aggregate Extraction site, agricultural land Figure 2— Subject Site 8-52 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 7 Figure 3 Event Area— Boots and Hearts Festival ML 1 4. PROVINCIAL POLICY 4.1 Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) The lands have not been identified as a Prime Agricultural Area and thus they are considered a Rural Area as defined by the PPS. Recreational, tourism and other economic opportunities are promoted in Rural Areas. Development that is compatible with the rural landscape and sustained by rural service levels should be promoted. Development shall be appropriate to the available infrastructure. Locally important agricultural and resource areas should be designated and protected by directing non- related development to areas where it will not constrain these uses. The PPS defines recreation as: leisure time activity undertaken in built or natural settings for purposes of physical activity, health benefits, sport participation and skill development, personal enjoyment, positive social interaction and the achievement of human potential. The proposed applications are consistent with the PPS. 8-53 REPORT NO.: PS®-009-14 PAGE 8 4.2 Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP) The ORMCP designates the subject lands Countryside Area, and a small portion in the southeast corner of the property is Natural Linkage Area. While the ORMCP was enacted by Ontario Regulation 140/02, it is a policy document which requires interpretation and is implemented through Regional and Local Official Plans. A detailed review of the policies is outlined below. 4.2.1 Countryside Areas Countryside Area policies promote the protection and continuation of agricultural uses, but also permit the widest range of non-agricultural related uses on the Oak Ridges Moraine. The proposal for the campground meets the definition of a recreational use in the PPS, although there is no similar definition in the ORMCP. The ORMCP identifies two types of recreational uses. Major recreational uses are those which require large scale modification of terrain, vegetation or both and usually require large-scale buildings or structures. They include, but are not limited to the following: • Golf courses • Serviced playing fields • Serviced campgrounds • Ski Hill Low intensity recreational uses are recreational uses that have a minimal impact on the natural environment, require very little terrain or vegetation modification and few, if any buildings or structures, including: ' • Non-motorized trail uses • Natural heritage appreciation Unserviced camping on public or institutional land • Accessory uses The proposed camping use is not a campground, either serviced or unserviced. It is not proposed to be operated solely as a campground nor is it open to any member of the public. The proposal therefore requires interpretation as to the intent of the ORMCP. It should be noted that the existing Canadian Tire Motorsport Park would meet the general defining requirements of a major recreational use but it is not one of the examples listed. A music festival would also be a major recreational use in that the support services require the use of the buildings and structures constructed for the racetrack. 8-54 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 9 It is noted that the low-intensity recreational uses are permitted within the Natural Core and Natural Linkage Areas. This includes the most sensitive environmental features. The intent appears to allow for recreational uses which would have minimal impact on these features. The proposal meets some of the elements of a low intensity recreational use —there is little modification to the terrain or vegetation. However, this is only true because the natural vegetation has been cleared for farming. No permanent buildings are proposed. However, while it may be a use with low frequency, it is not a low intensity use for the few days it operates. A low intensity use would not generate traffic impacts or the potential for incompatibility with residential uses. The camping area on the subject site is serving as an extension of Canadian Tire Motorsport Park for the purposes of the recreational events being held at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, whether it is a music concert/festival or a motor vehicle race. It is not a separate, independent campground operated on its own. Therefore, in staff's view it should be viewed as a major recreational use for the purposes of conformity to the ORMCP. The ORMCP permits major recreational uses in Countryside Areas provided that they are not designated as a prime agricultural area or an area primarily for agricultural uses in the applicable official plan. Redesignating the lands from General Agricultural to Green Space allows the major recreational use on a portion of the subject lands. 422 Natural Linkage Area Natural Linkage Area policies promote the creation of open space linkages between natural heritage features identified as Natural Core Areas. The Natural Linkage Area policies allow low-intensity recreational uses and unserviced park. Given the objectives of the Natural Linkage Area policies to create linkages and improve or restore the ecological integrity of the ORM, the Natural Linkage Area policies would not be supportive of the proposal. 4.2.3 ORMCP Conformity The proposed applications conform to the ORMCP in the Countryside areas provided that the local official plan does not designate the land primarily for agricultural uses. The Natural Linkage policies would not support the intensive if infrequent camping and ancillary uses. 5. OFFICIAL PLANS 5.1 Durham Regional Official Plan The Durham Regional Official Plan designates the lands Countryside Area and Natural Linkage Area, consistent with the ORMCP using the same designations and boundaries. The CTMP lands are identified as a Regional Node. 8-55 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 10 Parallel to the analysis provided on ORMCP conformity, the proposal conforms to the Durham Regional Official Plan in the Countryside areas. The Natural Linkage policies would not support the camping and ancillary uses. 5.2 Clarington Official Plan The Clarington Official Plan designates the lands General Agricultural and Natural Linkage Area with Environmental Protection Area noted for the significant woodland. The General Agricultural designation is more restrictive than the policies of the ORMCP and Regional Official Plan Countryside Area designation. The Natural Linkage Area policies are consistent with the ORMCP and Regional Official Plan. No development is permitted on lands designated Environmental Protection Areas, except low-intensity recreation and uses related to forest, fish and wildlife management or erosion control and stormwater management. Temporary use by-laws may be passed to permit the use of lands, buildings or structures, on a temporary basis, for a maximum of three (3) years, for any purpose provided that: a) the proposed use is temporary in nature; b) the proposed use is compatible with adjacent existing land uses, there is minimal impact on the environment, or satisfactory measures to mitigate any adverse impacts will be applied; c) there will be no adverse impacts on traffic or transportation facilities or services in the area; d) adequate access and parking are provided; e) the use can be removed and the site can be restored to its original condition; f) adequate sewage disposal and water services are available in compliance with provincial and regional standards; and g) it does not jeopardize the long term implementation of this Plan. Generally, Council will not permit the extension of any temporary use by-law beyond a period of 10 years. The Official Plan indicates that if the boundaries of the land use designations do not coincide with a physical or natural feature, such as a creek, road or property line, minor deviations are permitted that do not alter the intent of the Plan. 6. ZONING BY-LAW 6.1 Zoning By-law 84-63 zones the subject lands "Agricultural (A)", "Natural Linkage (NL)" and "Environmental Protection (EP)". The "A" zone permits agricultural uses and a single detached dwelling. The "NU and "EP" zones permit agricultural uses and recognize existing dwellings. The Minimum Area of Influence overlay applies to all zones for lands within 90 metres of the "EP" zone limits. 8-56 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 11 7. PUBLIC NOTICE AND SUBMISSIONS 7.1 Public notice was given by mail to each landowner within 120 metres of the subject property, all interested,parties, and a public meeting sign was erected along Regional Road 20 on two separate occasions for the public meetings held on September 9, 2013 and December 9, 2013. 7.2 On behalf of residents, Leslie and Ken Kerrigan, planning consultant, Susan Lloyd Swail, provided a written submission and provided a presentation at the December 9, 2013. A copy of the submission is included as Attachment 1. 7.3 Other concerns raised regarding the Boots & Hearts Music Festival, include: • Protection of the Oak Ridges Moraine • Public safety • Public nuisances • Security and safety of nearby residents • Traffic congestion, including blocked access to neighbouring properties • Condition of rural roads in area may not be designed to accommodate traffic • Concert attendees speeding along rural roads • Noise generated,from the music festival • Trespassing onto private property— concert attendees looking for parking, camping, firewood etc. • Littering on private property — produced by those stuck in traffic • Communication between CTMP/Republic Live Inc. and neighbouring property owners • Loss of telecommunication signals 7.4 Through the public process, the benefits of the music festival have been highlighted including the positive impact to the economy and the recreation and tourism opportunities surrounding the event. 8. SUPPORTING STUDIES A Planning Justification Report, Natural Heritage Evaluation, Traffic Management Plan and a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment were prepared in support of the application and are summarized in Attachment 2. 9. AGENCY COMMENTS 9.1 Regional Planning Department Regional Planning provided comments advising the proposed camping is permitted by the policies of the Regional Official Plan, and they have no objection to the proposed applications. However, the Region suggests that the Clarington Official Plan 8-57 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 12 Amendment include site specific policies given the nature of the proposal. The Clarington Official Plan and/or Zoning By-law provisions may include policy and/or regulations relating to setbacks, waste management/water supply, and traffic management. The application is exempt from Regional approval. The Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment finds no evidence of contamination on the site. The Region accepts the findings. The Region requests that the recommendations of the Scoped Natural Heritage Evaluation be followed during any approved camping use. The Region also requests additional information to satisfy the Minimum Distance Separation calculations if there are nearby agricultural operations. 9.2 Regional Health Department The Health Department advised they do not object to the applications. They require written submission made to the Regional Health Department, at least 4 weeks in advance of any camping activity, for review and approval. The submission should include details regarding the storage, haulage route and disposal of any portable facilities as well as the source, storage and haulage route of any drinking/potable water. 9.3 Regional Works Department The Traffic Management Plan has been reviewed by the Durham Regional Works. The report is generally acceptable, however, technical comments have been provided to the traffic consultant for consideration in the final report. Specific requirements can be addressed through site plan approval or the special event permit. 9.4 Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority has reviewed the application and the proposed Natural Heritage Evaluation. The GRCA highlights that the evaluation does not fully report on the impacts of the private campground on the woodland, i.e. intrusion of patrons, noise, light and litter. The evaluation suggests that camping be permitted up to the limit of the significant woodland, however the GRCA recommends that a buffer (minimum vegetation protection zone) be provided to satisfy provisions of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan. The GRCA recommends that the buffer be implemented through the Zoning By-law Amendment and that the future site plan agreement include requirements to install fencing and signage to diminish instrusion into the woodland and buffer area. It is recommended that a monitoring plan be prepared to measure effectiveness of the mitigation measures over the course of the events, should the applications be approved. 10. DEPARTMENTAL COMMENTS 10.1 Emergency and Fire Services All fire access routes to all camping areas shall have a minimum width of 6.0 metres. 8-58 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 13 10.2 Engineerinq Services The Traffic Management Plan indicates that there should be sufficient roadway capacity provided that intersection operations and ticket processing at the gates are managed efficiently. The detail of the recommended improvements submitted in support of the festival and camping is currently under review. The recommended improvements will occur over the fullness of time and can be phased. Full implementation of a 2014 Traffic Management Plan will be part of the required Special Events process. However, Engineering Services recommends that prior to lifting the (H) Holding symbol, an agreement is entered into with the owners/Republic Live for the necessary improvements (paved shoulders) along Concession Road 10. The use of Darlington-Clarke Townline Road for access to the campground area will not be permitted. The point where Darlington-Clarke Townline Road is crossed must be along the open portion. A 30 metre x 10 metre sight triangle is required at the intersection of Concession Road 10 and Darlington-Clarke Townline Road. The southerly limit of the open portion of Darlington-Clarke Townline Road must be barricaded to traffic two days before, during and two days after any music festival. The applicant will be responsible for 100% of all costs, financial and otherwise to establish a suitable road barricade. Engineering Services highlights that while there is no re-grading proposed at this time, any future plans for re-grading would require the approval of a grading and drainage plan and may warrant a site alteration permit and/or a road damage deposit. 10.3 Building Division The Building Division has no concerns regarding the application. 10.4 Operations The Operations Department has reviewed the Traffic Management Plan and finds that the report addresses current issues, however, costs for recommended improvements are not identified in budget forecasts. 11. DISCUSSION 11.1 Republic Live is requesting permission to allow camping, parking and portable washroom facilities on the subject lands related to events on the adjacent Canadian Tire Motorsport Park lands, a designated Tourism Node. In order to permit these uses, amendments to both the Clarington Official Plan and Zoning-By-law are required. 11.2 Canadian Tire Motorsport Park'is an established facility with zoning for a motor vehicle race track, agricultural fairground and music festivals. CTMP has an area of approximately 290 hectares, however approximately two-thirds of the site is protected as a significant woodland feature and unavailable for camping. 8-59 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 14 11.3 CTMP is identified as a Tourism Node in the Clarington Official Plan, an indication of an area of major tourism and recreation potential. The Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan would consider CTMP a major recreational use and provides policies for the establishment and expansion of such uses. 11.4 The applicant is not requesting an expansion to the Tourism Node, but rather requests that during certain events at CTMP, permission be granted to allow camping, parking and portable washroom facilities on the subject land. As part of these applications, there are no plans to construct any permanent structures, expand the principle race track use, or make any significant alterations to the site. 11.5 There is a hierarchy of issues related to the Boots and Hearts Music Festival. At this stage the planning applications are to ascertain the suitability and desirability of the proposed land use. Some of the most important issues to residents relate to the management and delivery of the event. These matters are best addressed through the Special Event Permit process, which will occur later. 11.6 Conformity with the ORMCP A detailed review of the ORMCP and the Regional Official Plan policies is discussed above. Staff are currently completing the review of the Clarington Official Plan. On a broader policy context, the Regional Official Plan has eliminated the two-tier agricultural designations. The General Agricultural Area Designation, which includes the subject lands, is being eliminated and those lands are being redesignated either as Prime Agriculture or as Green Space, The Countryside Discussion Paper has recommended that the General Agriculture Area designation on the subject site and in the vicinity be redesignated as Green Space. The applicant's proposal is consistent with the approach being put forward by staff in the Official Plan Review. The ORMCP permits major recreational uses in the Countryside Area provided that they are not prime agricultural areas or areas designated for primarily agricultural purposes. The subject lands are not considered prime agricultural lands; they have a Class 6 soil capability classification. The redesignation of the subject lands from General Agriculture to Green Space is appropriate. The property still has value as an agricultural resource. The temporary nature of the events would allow agricultural uses to continue (e.g. haying) outside of the event period. 11.7 Natural Heritage The Natural Heritage Evaluation supports camping up to the edge of the woodlot. Staff are recommending a minimum 15 metre buffer to the woodlot be maintained. The ORMCP requires a minimum vegetation protection zone of 30 metres which is currently zoned Environmental Protection beyond the limit of the features. In this situation and based in part on the Natural'Heritage Evaluation. The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority supports a reduction of the 30 metres to 15 metres as the tents are not permanent structures, and will be there on a temporary basis. 8-60 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 15 Staff recommend no camping or any other use be permitted in the 15 metre buffer to the woodlot and within 25 metre around each butternut tree. The areas to be used for camping are identified through the Zoning By-law Amendment. The site plan process will require the buffer limit to be signed and fenced. As a condition of site plan approval, staff will require monitoring to take place during and following the event(s) to measure effectiveness of the mitigation measures over the course of the events, should the applications be approved. Previous years' monitoring reports, prepared by the applicant's environmental consultant, will be required prior to issuance of subsequent special event license. 11.8 Residence at 3135 Concession Rd 10 (Osborn) The resident at 3135 Concession Rd 10 is surrounded on three sides by the subject site and Concession Road 10 on the fourth side. The resident raised various concerns regarding the impacts on his property given its close proximity. The owners were aware of Boots and Hearts when they acquired the property but were concerned if this was extended through the summer for other Mosport events. The resident requested that impacts be mitigated. Staff recommend providing a minimum 15 metre buffer around this property and will require fencing and signage to avoid trespass. Any temporary lighting will be directed away from the private residence. Uses on the Darclarke property in the vicinity of the Osborn property will also be reviewed through site plan approval to minimize conflicts. 11.9 Traffic Generally, the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) has demonstrated that the surrounding road network can accommodate the traffic generated by the music festival, including camping; and operational improvements have been presented in draft form. The TMP contains many recommendations. Implementation of the plan will include ' prioritization and feasibility of the suggested improvements, followed by implementation of select improvements as a requisite for the 2014 festival and beyond. Cost-sharing will be part of the discussion. The initial findings of the Traffic Management Plan are sufficient to support the Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning. Implementation of the TMP will be part of the Site Plan application and Special Event Permit process in 2014 and beyond. 11.10 Recommended Official Plan Amendment The land use designation must conform to the policies of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and Durham Regional Official Plan. A proposed Official Plan Amendment is included as Attachment 3. Planning Staff recommend redesignating the General Agriculture lands as Green Space with additional site specific policies that would govern the use: • Camping is a permitted, temporary use related to events at CTMP; • Site Plan approval is required to address detailed site issues; • Alteration to grades is prohibited; and 8-61 REPORT NO.: PS®-009-14 PAGE 16 I ® Buffers and environmental protection implemented through Zoning By-law amendment and Site Plan. 11.11 Recommended Temporary Use BV law Under the provisions of the Clarington Official Plan, the land use boundaries shown in the Official Plan can be further defined provided it meets the intent of the Plan. The proposed Zoning By-law provides for an alignment that is more consistent with the boundaries of the Natural Heritage system. The rezoning application, as modified, requests a permanent zoning on the site to allow camping uses in association with either music festival or race events. However, as noted above, at the present time, CTMP has no plans that would require the use of these lands for race events. Furthermore, the Boots and Hearts Music Festival is an evolving event which is growing every year. There should be opportunity for Council to review the negative and positive impacts as the festival evolves, particularly since some of the operations issues can negatively impact surrounding neighbours unless they are managed well. For this reason, it is recommended that only a temporary zoning be enacted for a three year period. Should the festival either outgrow this site or no longer be held, upon the expiration of the zoning by-law, the lands could continue as an agricultural use. In the future, the temporary use zoning could be further extended by Council or a permanent zoning be established. The proposed zoning by-law contains provisions that would limit the use of the site for camping for the period between July 15th to August 15th of each year. In addition, vehicle parking would be permitted from July 15th to September 10th of each year. This would effectively limit the camping use for two music festivals that Republic Live would possibly hold. In part this time restriction is proposed because of the impacts on the resident to the north. It would also allow for agricultural uses to continue outside of the festival period. Parking for the music festivals or races would be permitted for a longer period as it would have less impact on the residence. It is also recommended that the (H) Holding symbol be applied.* The (H) Holding symbol can be lifted once the site plan process is completed, including resolution of all site layout issues and an agreement regarding the improvements along Concession Road 10 that are to be completed prior to the 2014 event. 11.12 Further Steps The owners are required to obtain site plan approval and enter into an agreement with the Municipality. In addition, Republic Live is required to obtain a Special Events Permit for the Boots and Hearts festival. At the present time, an update of the Special Events By-law is being prepared. Many of the key issues raised by residents are detailed design or event management issues. The following matters and many others will be addressed either through site plan approval or the Special Events Permit: 8-62 REPORT NO.: PSD-00914 PAGE 17 Site specific issues for Darclarke properties • Site layout, including campsites, lane ways, washroom and shower facilities • Site access • Fencing • Navigation Signage for camping areas Event-wide issues ® Road Network Improvements ® Event Traffic management plan ® Emergency management plan ® Communication plan The submission prepared by Susan Lloyd Swail, Planit Connections Consulting Services (Attachment 1) has been forwarded to Republic Live for consideration in their event planning, as well as departments and agencies involved in the permits/licenses for the Boots and Hearths Music Festival, 12. CONCURRENCE — Not Applicable 13. CONCLUSION 13.1 In consideration of the findings of all supporting studies, comments received from circulated agencies and area residents, and based on review of the proposal, staff recommend that the proposed Clarington Official Plan Amendment 96 (Attachment 3) and Temporary Use By-law (Attachment 5) be approved. 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 Promoting green initiatives Investing in infrastructure X Showcasing our community Not in conformity with Strategic Plan Staff Contact: Anne Taylor Scott, Planner II Attachments: Attachment 1 - Submission by Susan Lloyd Swail Attachment 2 - Summary of Supporting Studies Attachment 3 - Proposed Official Plan Amendment Attachment 4 -Adopting By-law Attachment 5 - Proposed Temporary Use By-law 8-63 REPORT NO.: PSD-009-14 PAGE 18 List of interested parties to be advised of Council's decision: Darclarke Properties Corp. Republic Live Inc. Valerie Cranmer Kenneth & Leslie Kerrigan Rob Whitehead Susan Lloyd Swail Rick Rondeau Carolyn Molinari Garry Niece Tricia Hebert Justin Oliver Kevin Anyan Mark & Marilyn Osborn Orlando Corporation Brad Black Rick James 8-64 Attachment 1 To Report PSD-009-13 Plant Connections Consulting services Inc. November 25, 2013 Mr. David Crome, Director of Planning Services Town of Clarington 40 Temperance St, Bowmanville,On L1C 3A6 RE:Comments for Public Meeting ZBA-2013-0016,COPA 2013-0004 I am pleased to provide you with an opinion regarding the proposed use of the property at Part Lot 1, Concession 8 in the Municipality of Clarington. In this letter, I will address planning policy conformity issues associated with this application in regard to the Planning Act and other relevant policies specifically,the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP),the Provincial Policy Statement,the Region of Durham Official Plan,and the Municipality of Clarington Official Plan and Zoning By-law;the policies that are applicable to this application. Further, I will provide a review of the associated reports provided by the planning department regarding natural heritage evaluation and transportation planning. Also,there were a number of issues with the management of the Boots and Hearts festival last year. Should the application be approved we ask that the Municipality require site plan conditions to ensure the event is managed to reduce the impacts on the neighbouring rural residents as well as reducing potential liability issues. The proposed temporary land use consists of outdoor camping with a capacity for 20,000 people on a 57 acre site with associated parking and portable washroom facilities required for entertainment events to be held on Canadian Tire Motorsport Park site. My clients,the Kerrigan's have a number of concerns related to the proposed use. The activities and use of the property for this event in 2013 demonstrated that the concerns they brought forward to Council last fall were warranted. It appears that a number of regulations and guidelines associated with an event of this nature, namely,the Region of Durham Public Health guidelines for outdoor gatherings,and the Alcohol and Gaming Commissions requirements were not met. In this report, I will provide an overview of the Kerrigan's concerns regarding the issues with the 2013 event management,an overview of management practices for outdoor music festivals and suggestions for improved management and health and safety, if the event is to continue at this location. When determining which provincial policy applies to an application, I refer to the Official Plan and provincial maps to determine whether lands are within the Places to Grow Plan (growth areas)or within the Oak Ridges Moraine,and/or Greenbelt. In this case,the lands in question are located at Part of Lot 8,Concession 1,5216 Darlington Clarke Townline, in a rural area within the Oak Ridges Moraine Planning Area,therefore,the ORMCP is the applicable provincial policy. It is a prescriptive provincial plan, it is not interpreted like an Official Plan,as a result planning decisions are generally conservative as 8-65 the language and policies regarding permitted uses is specific. Uses that are not permitted are not included in the description.The policies of the municipality must conform to the ORMCP, implementing plans such as the Municipality of Clarington's Official Plan,2005-109 can be more restrictive, but not less restrictive than the conservation plan. After an analysis of the permitted uses within agricultural areas and a review of the policy on low intensity recreational uses permitted on the Oak Ridges Moraine, it is my opinion that the land uses proposed in this application do not conform to the policies in the ORMCP.The low intensity recreational policies in the ORMCP permit unserviced camping on public or institutional lands. The proposed OPA would change the zoning to green lands within the Clarington Official Plan, but the lands would remain in private ownership and be used for commercial purposes, namely,the leasing of plots for camping on a temporary basis and agricultural uses. Further,there are some differences between the green land designation and the Regional Official Plan which would likely designate these lands Major Open Space- Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan. I would ask you to provide this opinion to the Mayor and Council for the December 9t"Council meeting so that it becomes part of the public record for this file. 1. Summary of Planning Opinion A. Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP) When considering applications for uses within the Oak Ridges Moraine Plan area is it important to review the objectives of the Plan.The objectives are to protect the ecological and hydrological functions of the Oak Ridges Moraine;by ensuring that only land uses that maintain, improve or restore the ecological and hydrological function of the Oak Ridges Moraine are permitted.... The proposed lands are within a countryside and natural linkage area of the ORMCP. The Municipality of Clarington has amended its Official Plan to conform to the ORMCP,under by-law 2005-109.The property under consideration is identified as agricultural and natural linkage on map E4, by-law 2005- 109. The primary use of the property is currently agriculture general.The ORMCP identifies agricultural related uses as commercial or industrial uses that are,small scale, directly related to the farm operation and required in close proximity to the farm operation. According to the application,the applicant is proposing a temporary use;overnight camping with temporary washrooms and parking facilities which is identified in a letter from the applicant's planner as an accessory use to the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park. In the ORMCP 'accessory use'is defined as a use of lands that is normally incidental or subordinate to the principal use.As the principal use is agriculture,and the lands are not identified in the Regional Official Plan as being part of the CTMP node, the view that this use is an accessory use is not consistent with the definition of accessory use in the 8-66 i ORMCP as a campground is neither incidental to, or subordinate to the existing agricultural use on this property as the use is unrelated. The applicant considers the use to be consistent with a low intensity recreational use.The ORMCP specifically identifies a number of examples of what a low intensity recreational use in Sec.37(1). Low intensity recreational uses are recreational uses that have a minimal impact on the natural environment and require very little terrain or vegetation modification,and few if any buildings or structures, including but not limited to the following; 1. Non-motorized trail uses 2. Natural heritage appreciation 3. Unserviced camping on public or institutional land. 4. Accessory uses. The proposed use in this amendment is agriculture and unserviced camping on privately owned commercial lands.As the lands are neither publicly owned or operated or institutionally zoned the use does not conform to the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan as set out in Section 37. Further,the density of the camping is not consistent with the size and density of campsites on public or institutional campgrounds. If the use was licensed as a tourism establishment under the Tourism Act, R.S.O. Reg. 1037 Sec. 9 (4). The size of the campsites would be considerably larger.The Act states "Each campsite shall have an area of at least 186 square metres with an open and graded parking space sufficient to permit a minimum clearance of 4.5 square meters between sides and three metres between ends of adjacent recreational vehicles." If this use of the land is approved,due to the discrepancy between the proposed use and both the ORMCP descriptions of low intensity uses and the Tourism Act description of a campsite it would seem reasonable to request that the applicant increase the size of the campsites and decrease the density of campers per site. B. Region of Durham Official Plan The Regional Official Plan identifies the proposed parcel as Natural Linkage and Countryside in the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan area.The parcel adjacent to the proposed use, Canadian Tire Mosport Park is identified on Schedule A, Map 5 as an existing regional node. The Region of Durham Official Plan has updated their plan to conform to the Greenbelt Plan. Policy 9 C. 2.1.states, "In the preparation of area municipal official plans,Councils of the area municipalities shall include provisions to complement the intent of this Plan and the provisions of this Section regarding the development of Regional Nodes." The development of the Regional Node includes the lands within the mapped Mosport Park area and does not appear to be applicable to lands adjacent to Mosport Park,at this time. The Regional Official Plan and Local Official Plan must conform to the ORMCP.Any request to make changes to the ORMCP,to include adjacent lands within the Regional node should be made to the province at the time of the ORMCP review in 2015. 8-67 l C. Municipality of Clarington Official Plan The subject lands are currently zoned agricultural and are identified in the Municipality of Clarington's Official Plan as General Agricultural Area. An Official Plan amendment has been made by the applicant to permit low intensity recreations uses namely, unserviced camping on the proposed lands.This amendment would see the zoning change from General Agriculture to Open Space-Green Space lands in the COPA. Rezoning within the Oak Ridges Moraine has certain requirements as noted in ROP 10.13.2.2. If the COPA is approved we suggest the wording for the COPA include a reference to the Oak Ridges Moraine natural linkage area on the property. D. Density of Camping The proposed density of camping on the lands, eight persons and a vehicle for each 15'X 20' plot over 57 acres,or 20,000 persons is generally not consistent with unserviced camping uses on public open space, institutional campgrounds or parklands.There are few regulations which control the size and management of camping facilities. One regulation that addresses the density of the proposed use is the Tourism Act, R.S.O. Reg. 1037 Sec. 9(4). If the proposed use is to continue on this property we ask that the density of camping sites be more consistent with the requirements under the Tourism Act as these requirements seem to be more consistent with the low intensity recreational uses identified in the ORMCP. Further,the comments noted by the applicant's planner noted the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority interpreted the use as intensive during the period when the event is occurring. E. Summary of Planning Opinion It is my opinion as a professional planner that the proposed use does not conform to the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan as set out in this application,as the proposed use is for commercial purposes,leasing overnight accommodation plots for camping associated with a music festival, and further,that the density of the use is not consistent with the nature of low intensity uses identified in the conservation plan.This specific use has a fairly high density compared with the low intensity uses identified in the plan,such as nature appreciation, non-motorized trail uses, and low intensity camping on public or institutional lands. The proposed use, 2,500 camp sites with a maximum of eight persons per site or 20,000 people and 5,000 cars on a 57 acre parcel is more consistent with a commercial entertainment or tourism use. 2. Natural Heritage Evaluation The applicant included a scoped Natural Heritage Evaluation in this application.This scoped evaluation provides an evaluation of the site on one day,during the fall.As the applicant is proposing to use this site for a number of events over the summer it is difficult to determine the impacts if the intensity,the 8-68 number of events,and date of the events is unknown. This evaluation does not appear to evaluate the impacts associated with the unknown multiple events occurring over a summer. Another limitation with the evaluation is the lack of a specified "dimension of the required minimum vegetation protection zone"as required under Section 29 of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan, ROP 10.13. 2.9.A line is indicated on the NHE figure 8, but it does not specify the dimension or the GPS locations for the protection zone. Without this information compliance monitoring of the proposed mitigation measures may not be possible. Is this density of camping having an adverse impact on the Oak Ridges Moraine?ORMCP defines "adverse effect"as any impairment,disruption,destruction, or harmful alteration.The PPS provides further refinement of the definition,with the understanding that the PPS is the minimum standard. Adverse effects in the PPS means one or more of: Impairment of the quality of the natural environment for any use that can be made of it; injury or damage to property or plant or animal life; harm or material discomfort to any person; any adverse effect on the health of a person; impairment of the safety of any person; rendering any property or plant or animal life unfit for human use; loss of enjoyment of normal use of property; and interference with normal conduct of business. Photographs from the 2013 event would suggest that the trucks mudding on the site and the patrons using the forest as a washroom likely impaired the natural environment and may have damaged plant life. Further, local residents found it very difficult to travel on the local roads which may have interfered with normal business for local businesses and as the Kerrigan's have argued,they experienced a loss of enjoyment of the normal us of their property.To determine the adverse effect of this use for future events the extent of the use, number of events per year, needs to be determined. Once that information is available the NHE should identify whether the minimum vegetative protection zones are adequate, how the area will be improved,and how the impacts will be mitigated. As the impacts will occur intermittently over the summer,we suggest that the Municipality institute a monitoring program as part of the condition of approval to ensure mitigation measures are put in place and to determine whether there are any adverse effects. We support the recommendations within the natural heritage evaluation that privies and generators be located away from the forested area. The recommendation that vehicles remain outside of the natural heritage area of influence will be easier to enforce if the event management restricts off-road vehicles (off-road trucks,ATVs dirt bikes,etc.)and/or keeps cars parked offsite altogether,as it is unlikely a snow fence will deter these massive vehicles. In summary,without a natural heritage evaluation based on the extent and timing on the use on the site it is not possible to determine whether the additional use is having an adverse impact. 8-69 3. Event Management Issues The Kerrigan's brought forward a number of concerns and compatibility issues at the public meeting held on September 9th, 2013 regarding the rezoning application for this site.These issues still remain a concern and we ask the Township to consider our analysis and recommendations to reduce potential liabilities as well as provide for the continued safety, peace and quiet enjoyment for the. 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Capf',Ig,Vlr � 3:4;q`i yeb( Zti;di@ f pe;,P s,PIC V�''C.""-P4i 5 lhpr„j 5i'q A SS Atilf Mt:t rfti- t_C43:L`.KR GtIA"v7j P'k.'1y��'WR.! Ft•(1 L1^'VK}:, IR°tia Yncnj'ru rKd bi6"Nff.it�r•9..+1.1S SLJ.n3,Y[�v R.rtY N:.'tl ll''• �ItP�rE[l•!A%t�'�'ft L'aN 8-70 comparison of some of the largest music festivals held in Canada as well as a few U.S. examples. This table provides information which suggests that strong management practices are the norm at these festivals.These practices may help to manage liability issues, reduce or control impacts to adjacent property owners and allow for the continued enjoyment of the event by festival patrons. A. Age of Campers/Alcohol consumption Reports and images suggest underage drinking was likely occurring on the campgrounds. While camping is given the same consideration under the law as one's home,that is,drinking is permitted in the family campsite. It is likely there were participants at the event that were underage and without a parent. These events are very social in nature, movement of campers from one site to another is generally encouraged at these events to support the party atmosphere.This makes it very difficult to restrict the consumption of alcohol at 'home'or'on-site'.We recommend that Republic Live consider restricting the event to people 19 years of age and over,anyone under the age of 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian. B. Security of Site At the event last August,the Kerrigan's noted there were only 2 police officers at the Meadows entrance.There are also reports that concert goer's ignored and taunted hired security personnel. For the purposes of effective security and crowd control in the event of an emergency, it is unlikely that two officers can control or manage enforcement issues that are likely to occur such as underage drinking,the selling of illegal substances, rowdiness and emergency management.To limit liability and the potential for dangerous activities we ask that the management plan require:a substantial increase in the number of police officers and private security over last year to allow for random patrols of the grounds as well as vehicle and people searches before admittance; that a list of eviction offences be listed on the website, provided at the event and enforced by security personnel;and that an emergency management plan be in place and rehearsed;and a police command centre be established with cameras to monitor unlawful activities(as used at the Gentlemen of the Road concert held in the Norfolk Fairgrounds). C. Parking and use of Vehicles Last year,video taken at the event identified that off-road trucks were 'mudding' near the forested area. This activity is a potential liability,as there is no way to know if the driver is impaired,further the activity is high risk with spectators nearby and may it result in injury.This type of activity also reduces the commercial area available for tent camping and may also be in contravention of the requirements of the ORMCP to 'limit activities that may stress the ecological integrity of the moraine'. We ask that the management plan restrict vehicles to the area of the property designated countryside on the ORMCP maps and that the vehicles remain in lock up until the event is over and or attendees decide to leave in which case no, in-outs privileges are permitted. Once they leave they cannot return. This is a common practice at many of these events. 8-71 FIGURE 3—2013 Camping Layout D. Public Health a. Sanitary facilities In 2013, we understand 50 privies were provided,the same number that are displayed on the map included in the OPA Washroam Pods tope.Pod application (figure 3, provided by Valerie Cranmer and Associates).According to the Durham Public Health i GA rant guidelines for outdoor events with alcohol consumption 1,000 Sites 503 privies are required for the 20,000 people planned (249 male/249 female) and 251 hand washing stations. The number of privies required to run this event continues to be grossly underestimated. We ask that the applicants p work with Durham Public Health to ensure the health guidelines for outdoor events are followed to reduce the potential for infection and the number of campers using the forest as a washroom. J d b. Garbage DAY PARKING .••ss00 Spots T Reports from local residents noted that garbage pick-up was insufficient during and after the event and that r - recycling did not occur. Durham Public Health requires that 4u , ` y � ' ' *" garbage be collected not less than once daily. We ask that the management plan for the event and subsequent events require commercial garbage and recycling pick up during and after the event to manage health and environmental impacts from the garbage generated. E. Noise Curfew A number of similar outdoor music festivals we researched for best management practices regarding noise curfews. Most festivals have a noise curfew.The Boots and Hearts event last year restricted generators operating at certain hours but there was no posted restriction for general noise. We encourage the event organizers and the management plan team to institute a noise curfew and follow the by-law for amplified music and general noise so as not to disturb neighbours in adjacent tents. F. Grounds for Eviction The events with camping generally post'ground rules'for the festival attendees. Posting rules provides clear communication to attendees on what is or is not acceptable and provides the management team and security personnel clear communication on what will not be tolerated as well as providing grounds for removal or eviction of unruly patrons. We suggest the following grounds for eviction be considered 8-72 forth is event: underage drinking, breaking noise curfew, misuse of vehicles, moving tent stakes,rowdy or threatening behavior,similar grounds are instituted at the Big Valley Jamboree. 4. Transportation Plan The transportation plan has many excellent recommendations. We support many aspects of this plan and we encourage the applicant and the stakeholders to work together to ensure the recommendations in this plan are carried out. We would like to suggest that that our client,the Kerrigan's as a rural stakeholder be included in the discussion and planning for the transportation management. In Summary, It is our opinion that the proposed use does not conform to the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan for low intensity recreational uses both in terms of the density of the proposed use and the interpretation of this policy for private commercial use. If the use is approved there are a number of recommendations we ask the Municipality and other regulatory agencies to require as conditions for site plan approval and or/event approval for future events. 1) Limit campers to 4/site and increase plot size. 2) Restrict the event to people over the age of 19 or accompanied by a parent. 3) Address the possibility of impaired driving by restricting access to cars and keeping off-road vehicles off-site. 4) No camping, privies,cars or generators in buffer areas. 5) Consult with rural residents concerning traffic management,and have a representative from the Kerrigan family on the management committee. 6) Encourage carpooling,and provide shuttles to hotels,shops and parking lots in town to promote economic development. 7) Increase police security,search persons and vehicles, provide enough security personnel that random police patrols occur at night,develop and rehearse an emergency management evacuation response and ensure there are enough police officers onsite to deal with emergency management should the need arise. 8) Post a list of actions that will result in eviction and enforce it. 9) Enforce a 1:30 a.m. noise curfew 10) Sanitation-follow Durham Health guidelines for outdoor events,daily pump out and solid waste removal, provide recycling. 11) Follow recommendations in the Stantec Transportation Management Plan. 8-73 12) Revise the Natural Heritage Evaluation to ensure it based on accurate timing of the events, the extent of the use and a realistic estimate of the number of patrons onsite. Thank you for your consideration. Prepared for: Leslie and Ken Kerrigan 9015 Mosport Road, Orono, ON LOB 1M0 Respectfully Submitted by, Susan Lloyd Swail, MES PI. Principal, Planit Connections Consulting Services 23 Kinsley St, Nobleton, On LOG 1N0 8-74 Attachment 2 To Report PSD-009-14 SUMMARY OF SUPPORTING STUDIES Planning Justification Report, Valerie Cranmer, October 2013 The Planning Justification Report recommends the lands designated General Agricultural Area be redesignated to the Green Space designation. The consultant relies on the Countryside Area policies of the ORMCP and opines that the proposed use satisfies the definition of a low- intensity recreational use as defined by the ORMCP, and finds that the proposal is consistent with the PPS and ORMCP and would conform to the requirements of the Durham Regional Official Plan. The report finds that the development would not have a negative impact on significant natural heritage features following implementation of the Natural Heritage Evaluation; and, would not have a negative impact on the agricultural use of the site or on any agricultural operations in the area. With the implementation of the Traffic Management Plan, the impact on the adjacent. landowners by vehicle access to CTMP prior to and during the event will be greatly reduced. The report also highlights the local and regional economic benefits. Natural Heritage Evaluation, Oakridge Environmental Ltd., October 2013 The report includes the following recommendations: A 30 metre limited use setback from the Significant Woodland, Key Natural Heritage Feature; • A 30 metre limited use setback from the Significant Valleyland; • A 25 metre setback radius applied to each of the identified Butternut trees where no activities will be permitted; • Within the 30 metre setback activities be limited to tent camping only, no campfires, use of generators prohibited, portable privies located outside of setback, no motorize vehicles and only low watted lighting used and directed toward the ground; • Appropriate signage should be posted to educate patrons regarding the restrictions in limited use areas; • Signage should be installed along the forest edge to prevent entry into the significant Woodland and Significant Valleyland areas; • No concert events to occur between May 1 and June 30; • To mitigate any issues associates with litter and garbage associated with the events, temporary signage and snow fencing should be installed along the woodland edge to prevent litter from entering the forest during concert events; • A recycling program should be instituted during the events; • Periodic checks of sites with generators should be conducted to verify that equipment and containers are not leaking; and • Proponent should advise patrons upon entry of the environmental sensitivity of the site and the need to handle fuels appropriately. 8-75 Traffic Management Plan, Stantec, October 2093 The report addresses issues that arose during the 2013 Festival. The conclusions include: • The combination of the volume of the arriving traffic and limited ticketing processing capacity contributed to long delays for access and extensive vehicular queuing on local area roadways; • Sufficient roadway capacity should be available provided that intersection operations and ticket processing at park gates are managed efficiently; • The securing of lands adjacent to CTMP for camping purposes and temporary vehicle staging to assist in managing queuing on the public road system should assist in dispersing arriving traffic and reduce ticket processing time; • The provision of pre-trip traveller information and the encouragement of transportation demand management measures are important components of the overall Traffic Management Plan; • A number of road improvements have been identified that may be implemented in the. short term prior to the 2014 event and others that may be considered for,implementation at a later date; • A number of potential on-site improvements have also been identified, which include enhancing vehicle queuing and storage within the site in proximity to the gate access points and improving connectivity within the site; • A site traffic control plan has been developed to improve traffic operations and safety on the local access roadways, and includes the use of Portable Variable Message Signs, temporary conditions markers and signing, and police point duty at key intersections; and • Traffic monitoring and surveillance during the event will.assist in managing traffic efficiently as well as gathering information for subsequent events. The report recommends that: • The rezoning and Official Plan amendment applications required to allow the use of the identified adjacent lands for camping purposes be approved as it is anticipated that this will facilitate improved traffic operation on the local area roadways during the 2014 , event; • The Traffic Management Plan is discussed and refined over the next several months through consultation between the Republic Live event planning team and the various stakeholders including the road authorities, emergency service providers and.the general public; • Efforts continue to enhance pre-trip traveller information, improve the efficiency of ticket processing, and identify potential sites for off-site park and shuttle service; • The Municipality of Clarington, Republic Live and CTMP partner on making the proposed pavement width improvements to Concession Road 10 between Regional Road 20 and Mosport Road prior to the 2014 event; • The Municipality of Clarington, Republic Live and CTMP discuss the logistics and cost- sharing potential for improving the Regional Road 20/Concession Road 10 intersection with Durham Region as part of the Region's planned 2014 pavement rehabilitation contract for the section of Regional Road 20 from Liberty Street to approximately 1 kilometre west of the intersection with Mosport.Road; and 8-76 ® Republic Live implements the final Traffic Management Plat) and Monitoring/surveillance activities. Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment, Construction Control Inc., June 2012 Through their investigations, Construction Control Inc. concluded that there is no evidence of contamination at the site and can perceive no justification for the execution of a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA). 8°77 Attachment 3 To Report PSD-009-14 AMENDMENT NO. 96 TO THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON OFFICIAL PLAN PURPOSE: To amend the Municipality of Clarington Official Plan to permit camping and ancillary uses on parcel 010-110-18500, located in Part of Lot 1, Concession 8, former Township of Darlington. BASIS: The amendment is based on an application submitted by Republic Live Inc. to permit camping and ancillary uses such as portable washrooms and day parking associated with motor race events and music festivals on adjacent Canadian Tire Motorsport Park lands. ACTUAL AMENDMENT: The Clarington Official Plan is hereby amended by: i) Amending Map Al (Darlington), as indicated on Exhibit "A" attached to this amendment by redesignating lands from "General Agricultural Area" to "Green Space"; and ii) Adding a new policy to Section 14.5 as follows: "14.5.6 Notwithstanding Section 14.5.2, permitted uses on the property with tax assessment roll no. 18-17-010-110-18500, also include unserviced camping and ancillary uses such as portable washrooms and day parking, as an intermittent and temporary use, accessory to adjacent lands that permit motor race events and music festivals, subject to the following: a Permanent buildings and/or structures related to the temporary use are prohibited; a Alteration to grades is prohibited; a Natural heritage features will be appropriately buffered; a Site Plan approval will be obtained to address such matters as site layout; access; temporary fencing, signage and lighting; and, monitoring of measures to mitigate environmental impacts; IMPLEMENTATION: The provisions set forth in the Municipality of Clarington Official Plan, as amended, regarding the implementation of the Plan shall apply to this amendment. INTERPRETATION: The provisions set forth in the Municipality of Clarington Official Plan, as amended, regarding the interpretation of the Plan shall apply to this amendment. 8-78 Exhibit "Ally gmend Official Plan, No. 96 T o the Ma nicipality ®f �larin p Al�i1, Lain USe, Darlington gton 13 � 12 11 j 10 g � +� s 8 LOT 11 bJ' iF . Change from Area" ,Genera!Agricultural q to Green SPace', 35 34 33 a R NAL d ON 1 1 l ONE Lr v� LESKq Attachment 4 To Report PSD-009-14 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW NO.2014- being a By-law to adopt Amendment No. 96 to the Clarington Official Plan WHEREAS Section 17 (22) of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, as amended, authorizes the Municipality"of Clarington to pass by-laws for the adoption or repeal of Official Plans and Amendments thereto; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington deems it advisable to amend the Clarington Official Plan to permit camping and ancillary uses on the property with tax assessment roll no. 18-17-010-110-18500 located in Part of Lot 1, Concession 8, Former Township of Darlington; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT,the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington enacts as follows. 1. That Amendment No. 96 to the Clarington Official Plan being the attached Explanatory Text is hereby adopted. 2. This By-law shall come into force and take effect on the date of the passing hereof. BY-LAW passed in open session this 27th day of January,2014. Adrian Foster, Mayor Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk 8-80 Attachment 5 To Report PSD-009-14 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW NO. 2014- being a By-law to amend By-law 2005-109,the Zoning By-law for the Oak Ridges Moraine in the Municipality of Clarington WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington deems it advisable to amend By-law 2005-109, as amended, of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington for ZBA 2013-0016; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT,the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington enacts as follows: 1. Section 15.0"TEMPORARY ZONES"is hereby amended by deleting the word "RESERVED", including the brackets from the title and by adding the following: "15.1 T-1 TEMPORARY ZONE ONE a. Permitted Uses i) Agriculture Uses ii) Camping and vehicle parking associated with permitted uses on adjacent parcels with tax assessment roll no. 18-17-010-110-1800, 18-17- 010-110-1801, 18-17-010-110-1802 and 18-17-010-110-1803. b. Regulations i) Yard setback to dripline of woodlot 15 metres ii) Yard setback to property with a residential use 15 metres iii) The lands may only be used for camping between July 15th and August 15th, iv) The lands may only be used for vehicle parking from July 15th to September 10th. 2. Pursuant to the requirements of Section 39 of the Planning Act, 1990, as amended,the campground use may be permitted for a period of three(3) years, ending on January 26, 2017. 3. Schedule"E12"to By-law 2005-109, as amended, is hereby further amended by changing the zone designation from "Agricultural(A)Zone"to"Holding—Temporary(T-1)Zone"; and "Environmental Protection (EP)Zone"to"Holding—Temporary(T-1)Zone". 4. Schedule"A"attached hereto shall form part of this By-law. 6. This By-law shall come into effect on the date of the passing hereof, subject to the provisions of Section 34 and 36 of the Planning Act. p BY-LAW'passed in open session this 27th day of January, 2014. Adrian Foster, Mayor Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk 8-81 This is Schedule "A" to By-law 2014- , passed this day of , 2014 A.D. W Z Z a Y U Z O Z Z aaia°aaa a � . Ja'JJa a>aaJaaaJaaJJ a)aNa�ajaa>aJJ aaai�a JJa aaaa a>>J>aJJa aaaa>aJ D aaJa a>aaaaaJaa N ® Zoning Change From"A"To"(H)T-1" ®Zoning Change From"EP"To"(H)T-1" ;a�>> Zoning To Remain"EP". Zoning Change From"NL"To"(H)T-1" Adrian Foster,Mayor Patti L.Barrie,Municipal Clerk ~ o N = i REGIONAL ROAD 20 D O REGIONAL ROAD 20 CONCESSION ROA } ZO D Ui o O O N o w w �i Z K W Z [D Q Darlington & ROAD ° ZBA2013-0016 Y SKELDING LS HEDULE 1 Clarftwa REPORT ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: JANUARY 20, 2014 Resolution M Report#: EGD-001-14 File#: B.01.17.006 By-law M Subject: BOSWELL DRIVE, BOWMANVILLE, PLANS 40R-24933 AND 40R-25495, `CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE' AND `ASSUMPTION BY-LAW' FOR BOSWELL DRIVE WORKS RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report EGD-001-14 be received; 2. THAT the Director of Engineering Services be authorized to issue a `Certificate of Acceptance' for the Boswell Drive Works, which include road works, streetlighting and other related Works, constructed within Plans 40R-24933 and 40R-25495; and 3. THAT Council approve the by-law attached to Report EGD-001-14, assuming certain streets within Plans 40R-24933 and 40R-25495 as public highways. / �✓ 2 C Submitted by. Reviewed b�-,.� - A.S. Cannella, C.E.T. Franklin Wu Director of Engineering Services Chief Administrative Officer ASC*nac*jb CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 9-1 REPORT NO.: EGD-001-14 PAGE 2 1.0 BACKGROUND 1.1 The Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington entered into a Subdivision/Consent Agreement, registered January 22, 2008, with West Diamond Properties Inc. to develop lands by plan of subdivision, located in Bowmanville and described as Plans 40R-24933 and 40R-25495 (Attachment 1). The agreement required the developer to construct all roadworks, including hot- mix paving, sidewalks, curb and gutter, street trees, a storm drainage system and streetlights, hereinafter referred to as the `Works'. 1.2 The Subdivision Agreement provides for all of the Works to be incorporated into a single stage of work described as: • Boswell Drive Works 1.3 The Boswell Drive Works were issued a `Certificate of Completion' dated October 6, 2010. This initiated a two (2) year maintenance period, which expired on October 6, 2012. The Works were re-inspected at that time and, although the developer experienced delays in completing the required repairs, all deficiencies have now been rectified to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services. 1.4 It is now appropriate for the Director of Engineering to issue a 'Certificate of Acceptance' for the Boswell Drive Works. 1.5 Further to the issuance of a 'Certificate of Acceptance', a by-law is required to permit the Municipality to assume certain streets within Plans 40R-24933 and 40R-25495 as public highways (Attachment 2). 2. CONCURRENCE - Not Applicable 9-2 REPORT NO.: EGD-001-14 PAGE 3 3. CONCLUSION 3.1 The Municipality entered into an agreement with West Diamond in 2008 to develop lands by plan of subdivision, located in Bowmanville and described as Plans 40R-24933 and 40R-25495. The works have now been completed and inspected, showing that all deficiencies have been rectified. The subdivision, as described, can now be assumed by the Municipality of Clarington. CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN — Not Applicable Staff Contact: Norman A. Clark, Manager of Construction Attachments: Attachment 1 - Key Map Attachment 2 - Proposed By-law 9-3 BOSWELL DRIVE SPA-2007-13 erOOkhil/ a Part 4 on w Plan 40R-24933 o W Parts 18, 25, 26, m 27 & 45 on Plan 40R-24933 %gh � day � Parts 4 & 6on �O'� c� Plan 40R-25495 L Q Q� 3 0 F 70 m m � � � N m � Stevens Rd. E Hwy. No.-2 DRAWN BY: E.L. DATE: December 11,2013 REPORT EGD-001-14 BOWMANVILLE KEY MAP ATTACHMENT NO. 1 GAAttach ments\SPA2007-13.mxd Attachment 2 To Report EGD-001-14 THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW-XX 2014 Being a By-law to establish certain lands as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington, to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington, and to name them. The Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington hereby enacts as follows: THAT the following lands are hereby established as public highway, assumed by the Corporation for public use and assigned the names set out below: Land Established as Public Highway Name Part of Lot 17, Concession 1, Boswell Drive designated as Part 4 on Plan 40R-24933 Part of Lot 17, Concession 1, Green Road designated as Part 18, Part 25, Part 26, Part 27, and Part 45 on Plan 40R-24933 Part of Lot 17, Concession 1, Boswell Drive designated as Part 4 and Part 6 on Plan 40R-25495 BY-LAW passed this x)eh day of x>o=2014. Adrian Foster, Mayor Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk 9-5 Clarftwn REPORT ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution #: Report#: EGD-002-14 File #: D.03.29.014 By-law#: Subject: BIRCHDALE SUBDIVISION PHASE 3, COURTICE, PLAN 40M-2384 `CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE' AND `ASSUMPTION BY-LAW', FINAL WORKS INCLUDING ROADS AND OTHER RELATED WORKS RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report EGD-002-14 be received; 2. THAT the Director of Engineering Services be authorized to issue a `Certificate of Acceptance' for the Final Works, which include final stage roads and other related Works, constructed within Plan 40M-2384; and 3. THAT Council approve the by-law attached to Report EGD-002-14, assuming a certain street within Plans 40M-2384 as public highway. 7 Submitted by: Reviewed A.S. Cannella, C.E.T. Franklin Wu Director of Engineering Services Chief Administrative Officer ASC/nac/jb December 13, 2013 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 9-6 REPORT NO.: EGD-002-14 PAGE 2 1.0 BACKGROUND 1.1 The Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington entered into a Subdivision Agreement, registered August 1, 2008, with Black Creek Developments Ltd. to develop lands by plan of subdivision, located in Courtice and described as Plan 2384 (Attachment 1). The agreement required the developer to construct all roadworks, including hot-mix paving, sidewalks, curb and gutter, street trees, a storm drainage system and streetlights, hereinafter referred to as the `Works'. 1.2 The Subdivision Agreement provides for the separation of the Works into four (4) stages: a) Initial Works; b) Final Works; c) Street Lighting System; and d) Stormwater Management System (not applicable) 1.3 The Initial Works and Street Lighting System were issued `Certificates of Completion' and subsequent 'Certificates of Acceptance' by the Director of Engineering Services. 1.4 The Final Works were issued a `Certificate of Completion' dated November 1, 2012. This initiated a one (1) year maintenance period, which expired on November 1, 2013. The Works were re'-inspected at that time, and all deficiencies have now been rectified to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services. 1.5 It is now appropriate to issue a `Certificate of Acceptance' for the Final Works. The Subdivision Agreement requires Council approval prior to the issuance of the `Certificate of Acceptance' for the Final Works. 9-7 REPORT NO.: EGD-002-14 PAGE 3 1.6 Further to the issuance of a `Certificate of Acceptance', a by-law is required to permit the Municipality to assume a certain street within Plan 40M-2384 as public highway (Attachment 2). CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN — Not Applicable Staff Contact: Norman A. Clark, Manager of Construction Attachments: Attachment 1 - Key Map Attachment 2 - Proposed By-law 9-8 i GEORGE REyNOCQS DRIVE SKINNER COURT - d Q uJ O D LL z W LLJ� U Q � W O Birchdale Phase 3 Plan 40M-2384 FOURTH AVENUE TITH WESTMORE STREET George Reynolds-Dr.. a L N O f6 DRAWN BY: E.L. DATE: December 11,2013 Nash Rd. _ REPORT EGD-002-14 COURTICE KEY MAP ATTACHMENT NO. 1 G:\Attachments\40M-2384.mxd Attachment 2 To Report EGD-002-14 THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW 2014- XX Being a By-law to assume a certain street within the Municipality of Clarington as public highway in the Municipality of Clarington. The Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington hereby enacts as follows: 1. THAT the street shown on Plan 40M-2384, and listed below in this section, being in the Municipality of Clarington, in the Regional Municipality of Durham, is hereby accepted by the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington as public highway, and assumed by the said Corporation for public use: Skinner Court BY-LAW passed this XXt" day of xxxxx 2014. Adrian Foster, Mayor Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk 9-10 Clarington REPORT ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution #: Report#: EGD-003-14 File #: D.03.30.012 By-law#: Subject: COURTICE HOMESTEAD SUBDIVISION, COURTICE, PLAN 40M-2419, `CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE' AND `ASSUMPTION BY-LAW', FINAL WORKS INCLUDING ROADS AND OTHER RELATED WORKS Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report EGD-003-14 be received; 2. THAT the Director of Engineering Services be authorized to issue a `Certificate of Acceptance' for the Final Works, which inciude'final stage roads and other related Works, constructed within Plan 40M-2419; and 3. THAT Council approve the by-law attached to Report EGD-003-14, assuming certain streets within Plan 40M-2419 as public highways. Submitted by: �Z �- Reviewed bLT A.S. Cannella, C.E.T. Franklin Wu Director of Engineering Services Chief Administrative Officer ASC/nc/jb CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 9-11 REPORT NO.: EGD-003-14 PAGE 2 1.0 BACKGROUND 1.1 The Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington entered into a Subdivision Agreement, registered August 18, 2008, with Courtice Homestead Land Corp. to develop lands by plan of subdivision, located in Courtice and described as Plan 40M-2419 (Attachment 1). The agreement required the developer to construct all roadworks, including hot-mix paving, sidewalks, curb and gutter, street trees, a storm drainage system and streetlights, hereinafter referred to as the 'Works'. 1.2 The Subdivision Agreement provides for the separation of the Works into four (4) stages: a) . Initial Works; b) Final Works; c) Street Lighting System; and d) Stormwater Management System (not applicable) 1.3 The Initial Works and Street Lighting System were issued `Certificates of Completion' and subsequent `Certificates of Acceptance' by the Director of Engineering Services, as per the maintenance requirements set out in the Subdivision Agreement. 1.4 The Final Works were issued a `Certificate of Completion' dated November 15, 2012. This initiated a one (1) year maintenance period, which expired on November 15, 2013. The Works were re-inspected at that time, and all deficiencies have now been rectified to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services. 1.5 It is now appropriate to issue a 'Certificate of Acceptance' for the Final Works. The Subdivision Agreement requires Council approval prior to the issuance of the `Certificate of Acceptance' for the Final Works. 9-12 REPORT NO.: EGD-003-14 PAGE 3 1.6 Further to the issuance of a `Certificate of Acceptance', a by-law is required to permit the Municipality to assume certain streets within Plan 40M-2419 as public highways (Attachment 2). CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN — Not Applicable Staff Contact: Norman A. Clark, Manager of Construction Attachments: Attachment 1 - Key Map Attachment 2 - Proposed By-law 9-13 Plan 40M-2419 Courtice Homestead Subdivision I BILLET rAT E. n: a o a > 0 J DAISYFIELD AVENUE - ITw O J J Q H O U Z J J w CD GEORGE REYNOLDS DRIVE rM ET At George R- nolds..Dr.---_ S _ tU Q. — m Vii= J�+ DRAWN BY: E.L. DATE:December 11,2013 _._-Nash Rd. tM REPORT EGD-003-14 C RTICE KEY MAP ATTACHMENT NO. 1 L G:\Attachments\40M-2419.mxd Attachment 2 To Report EGD-003-14 THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW 2014- XX Being a By-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington. • i The Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington hereby enacts as follows: 1. THAT the streets and block shown on Plan 40M-2419, and listed below in this section, being in the Municipality of Clarington, in the Regional Municipality of Durham, are hereby accepted by the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington as public highways, and assumed by the said Corporation for public use: Vivian Drive Billett Gate Block 34 (Street Widening) BY-LAW passed in open session this XXt" day of xooax 2014. Adrian Foster, Mayor Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk 9-15 REPORT Leading the jVuy ENGINEERING I CES DEPARTM Meeting GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution #: By-law #: Report EGD-004-14 File #: Subject MONTHLY REPORT ON BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY FOR NOVEMBER, 2013. RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report EGD-004-14 be received for information. Submitted by: �— Reviewed by: C� L'`" A. S. Cannella, C.E.T. Franklin Wu Director of Engineering Services Chief Administrative Officer ASC/jo CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T(905)623-3379 F (905)623-1824 9-16 REPORT NO.: EGD-004®14 PAGE 2 1. BACKGROUND 1.1 With respect to the Building Permit Activity for the month of NOVEMBER 2013, Staff wish to highlight the following statistics for the information of Committee and Council. MONTH OF NOVEMBER, 2013 2012 BUILDING NUMBER OF VALUE OF NUMBER OF VALUE OF % CHANGE OF CATEGORY PERMITS CONSTRUCTION PERMITS CONSTRUCTION VALUE 2013-2012 Residential 54 $10,244,510 64 $9,229,466 11.0% Industrial 2 $2,025,000 2 $621,450 225.9% Government 1 $150,000 0 $0 N/A Commercial 8 $2,132,200 9 $1,304,307 63.5% Institutional 0 $0 5 $1,400,000 N/A Agricultural 2 $120,619 0 $0 N/A Demolition 1 5 $0 6 $0 N/A TOTAL 72 $14,672,329 86 $12,555,223 16.9% YEAR TO DATE 2013 2012 BUILDING NUMBER OF VALUE OF NUMBER OF VALUE OF % CHANGE OF CATEGORY PERMITS CONSTRUCTION PERMITS CONSTRUCTION VALUE 2013-2012 Residential 647 $101,912,793 805 $152,056,543 -33.0% Industrial 25 $19,093,675 21 $82,594,047 -76.9% Government 10 $21,534,100 8 $101,442 21,128.0% Commercial 64 $19,219,288 66 $20,244,852 -5.1% Institutional 21 $3,796,285 14 $17,297,592 -78.1% Agricultural 18 $1,396,269 14 $964,578 44.8% Demolition 73 $0 63 $0 N/A TOTAL 858 $166,952,410 991 $273,259,054 -38.9% 9-17 REPORT NO.: EGD-004-14 PAGE 3 1.2 With respect to building permit activities (over $250,000) and large residential building permit activities, the details are provided as follows: Owner/ Applicant Construction Type Location Value ST. MARY'S Addition to 173 Baseline Road $1,950,000 CEMENT INC. Truck Repair, East, Bowmanville Garage, Wash (Hutton Transport) TD CANADA TRUST TD Canada Trust 80 Clarington Blvd, $1,239,260 Bank Bowmanville CANADIAN Office Building 3233 Concession Rd 10, MOTORSPORT (Driver Clarke $ 597,940 VENTURES Development LTD. Track Building) 9-18 REPORT NO.: EGD-004-14 PAGE 4 The following is a comparison of the types of dwelling units issued for the month of"NOVEMBER" and "YEAR TO DATE". Dwelling Unit Type "NOVEMBER" 2013 Dwelling Unit Type "YEAR TO DATE 2013" 15 82 Apartment 1 0 Townhouse 4% Apartment _ Semi- 23% 3% Detached 0% 179 `? ! Single o Detached 0 _ 32 86 r 49% Townhouse Single g Detached 0% Detached 24% €- Single Detached 32 97% Single Detached 179 t Sem i-Detached 0 'Sem i-Detached 86 M:Townhouse 0 €±Townhouse 82 Apartment 1 'Apartment 15 The following is a historical comparison of the building permits issued for the month of "NOVEMBER" and "YEAR TO DATE"for a three year period. Historical Data for Month of Historical Data "YEAR TO DATE" "NOVEMBER" $300,000,000 $18,000,000 $250,000,000 $16,000,000 $14,000,000 $200,000,000 $12,000,000 _ $10,000,000 $150,000,000 $8,000,000 $100,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,000,000 $50,000,000 $2,000,000 $0 - $0 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Value $166,952,410 $273,259,0541$264,949,102 Value $14,672,329 $12,555,223 $12,727,142 9-19 REPORT NO.: EGD-004-14 PAGE 5 PERMT REVENUES 2013 2012 November Year to Date November Year to Date PERMIT FEES $111,132 $1,186,714 $123,043 $1,722,685 2013 2012 November Year to Date November Year to Date Building Inspections 541 6,269 717 7,157 Plumbing & Heating Inspections 587 7,467 813 8,491 Pool Enclosure Inspections 2 146 3 65 TOTAL 1,130 13,882 1,533 15,713 2013 2012 November Year to Date November Year to Date Single Detached 32 179 12 315 Semi-Detached 0 86 8 86 Townhouse 0 82 15 81 Apartments 1 15 2 13 TOTAL 33 362 37 495 9®20 REPORT NO.: EGD-004-14 PAGE 6 RESIDENTIAL UNITS HISTORICAL COMPARISON 2013 YEAR: (to end of 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 AREA November) Bowmanville 153 291 360 282 98 340 451 609 307 587 468 Courtice 97 179 312 236 113 134 82 126 241 173 180 Newcastle 80 34 165 37 24 60 77 84 202 191 123 Wilmot Creek 2 2 5 8 9 30 16 15 15 25 29 Orono 1 1 1 1 0 2 1 1 1 2 0 Darlington 12 6 5 8 6 10 6 7 14 15 13 Clarke 6 10 8 6 11 5 11 12 13 10 16 Burketon 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 Enfield 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Enniskillen 2 3 0 3 2 0 0 1 1 1 0 Hampton 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 3 Haydon 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Kendal 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 Kirby 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Leskard 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Maple Grove 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Mitchell Corners 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 Newtonville 5 6 3 7 5 7 2 2 4 5 3 Solina 1 3 1 1 5 0 6 3 3 3 3 Tyrone 0 0 1 1 0 5 0 0 0 0 3 TOTALS 362 537 863 593 274 593 655 861 802 1,015 843 9-21 REPORT NO.: EGD-004-14 PAGE 7 2. CONCURRENCE - Not Applicable CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN - Not Applicable Staff Contact: Rick Pigeon, Chief Building Official 9-22 1 REPORT I eadiag tAe 1Vuy ENGINEERING E VI E DEPARTMENT Meeting GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution #: By-law #: Report EGD-005-14 File #: Subject MONTHLY REPORT ON BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY FOR DECEMBER, 2013. RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report EGD-005-14 be received for information. S ubmitted by:- � Reviewed b y A.S. Cannella, C.E.T. Franklin Wu Director of Engineering Services Chief Administrative Officer ASC/jo CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-1824 9-23 REPORT NO.: EGD-005-14 PAGE 2 1. BACKGROUND 1.1 With respect to the Building Permit Activity for the month of DECEMBER 2013, Staff wish to highlight the following statistics for the information of Committee and Council. MONTH OF DECEMBER 2013 2012 BUILDING NUMBER OF VALUE OF NUMBER OF VALUE OF % CHANGE OF CATEGORY PERMITS CONSTRUCTION PERMITS CONSTRUCTION VALUE 2013-2012 Residential 84 $17,505,109 56 $11,375,764 53.9% Industrial 1 $1,000,000 3 $708,712 41.1% Government 0 $0 1 $3,700,000 N/A Commercial 6 $883,625 3 $385,000 129.5% Institutional 0 $0 2 $109,500 N/A Agricultural 3 $190,000 0 $0 N/A Demolition 1 7 $0 0 $0 N/A TOTAL 101 $19,578,734 65 $16,278,976 20.3% YEAR TO DATE 2013 2012 BUILDING NUMBER OF VALUE OF NUMBER OF VALUE OF % CHANGE OF CATEGORY PERMITS CONSTRUCTION PERMITS CONSTRUCTION VALUE 2013-2012 Residential 731 $119,417,902 861 $163,432,307 -26.9% Industrial 26 $20,093,675 24 $83,302,759 -75.9% Government 10 $21,534,100 9 $3,801,442 466.5% Commercial 70 $20,102,913 69 $20,629,852 -2.6% Institutional 21 $3,796,285 16 $17,407,092 -78.2% Agricultural 21 $1,586,269 14 $964,578 64.5% Demolition 80 $0 63 $0 N/A TOTAL 959 $186,531,144' 1,056 $289,538,030 -35.6% 9-24 REPORT NO.: EGD-005-14 PAGE 3 1.2 With respect to building permit activities (over $250,000) and large residential building permit activities, the details are provided as follows: Owner/Applicant Construction Type Location Value GERR CONSTRUCTION Industrial Building 325 Lake Road, Bowmanville $1,000,000 LIMITED with 2nd Floor Offices VALIANT RENTAL INC. Facade 2378 Highway 2, Bowmanville $ 460,000 Improvements 9-25 REPORT NO.: EGD-005-14 PAGE 4 The following is a comparison of the types of dwelling units issued for the month of"DECEMBER" and "YEAR TO DATE". Dwelling Unit Type "DECEMBER" 2013 Dwelling Unit Type "YEAR TO DATE 2013" 15 -Apartment 0 38 121 0 Apartment � 'F Single Townhou e 3�° 0% Detached 28% 49% 217 Single _ f' Detached 39 86 49% Townhouse Semi- 51% Single Detached 38 0 Detached Single Detached 217 Semi- 20% "Semi-Detached 0 Detached Sem i-Detached 86 1'Townhouse 39 0% `Townhouse 121 Apartment0 Apartment 15 The following is a historical comparison of the building permits issued for the month of"DECEMBER" and "YEAR TO DATE"for a three year period. Historical Data for Month of Historical Data "YEAR TO DATE" "DECEMBER" $350,000,000 $70,000,000 $300,000,000 $60,000,000 $250,000,000 $50,000,000 $200,000,000 $40,000,000 $150,000,000 $30,000,000 $100,000,000 $20,000,000 $50,000,000 $10,000,000 $0 - $0 2013 2012 2011 2013 2012 2011 Value $186,531,144,$289,538,030,$327,298,038 Value $19,578,734 $16,278,976 $62,348,936 9-26 I REPORT NO.: EGD-005-14 PAGE 5 PERMIT REVENUES 2013 2012 December Year to Date December Year to Date PERMIT FEES $180,296 $1,367,011 $93,059 $1,815,745 INSPECTION SERVICES 2013 2012 December Year to Date December Year to Date Building Inspections 455 6,724 451 7,608 Plumbing & Heating Inspections 445 7,917 609 9,100 Pool Enclosure Inspections 1 147 1 66 TOTAL 901 14,788 1,061 16,774 NUMBER OF NEW RESIDENTIAL UNITS 2013 2012 December Year to Date December Year to Date Single Detached 38 217 12 327 Semi-Detached 0 86 2 88 Townhouse 39 121 27 108 Apartments 0 15 1 14 TOTAL 77 439 42 537 9-27 REPORT NO.: EGD-005-14 PAGE 6 RESIDENTIAL UNITS HISTORICAL COMPARISON YEAR: 2013 to end of 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 AREA December) Bowmanville 216 291 360 282 98 340 451 609 307 587 468 Courtice 97 179 312 236 113 134 82 126 241 173 180 Newcastle 92 34. 165 37 24 60 77 84 202 191 123 Wilmot Creek 2 2 5 8 9 30 16 15 15 25 29 Orono 1 1 1 1 0 2 1 1 1 2 0 Darlington 12 6 5 8 6 10 6 7 14 15 13 Clarke 6 10 8 6 11 5 11 12 13 10 16 Burketon 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 Enfield 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Enniskillen 2 3 0 3 2 0 0 1 1 1 0 Hampton 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 3 Haydon 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Kendal 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 Kirby 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Leskard 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Maple Grove 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Mitchell Corners 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 Newtonville 7 6 3 7 5 7 2 2 4 5 3 Solina 1 3 1 1 5 0 6 3 3 3 3 Tyrone 0 0 1 1 0 5 0 0 0 0 3 TOTALS 439 537 863 593 274 1 593 655 861 802 1,015 843 9-28 REPORT NO.: EGD-005-14 PAGE 7 2. CONCURRENCE - Not Applicable CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN - Not Applicable Staff Contact: Rick Pigeon, Chief Building Official 9-29 Clarington REPORT ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution#: By-law#: Report#: EGD-006-14 File#: Subject: OLD SCUGOG ROAD CULVERT REPLACEMENT, BOWMANVILLE, CONTRACT NO. CL2013-09 RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report EGD-006-14 be received; 2. THAT capital project over-expenditures in the amount of$46,269.18 be approved for the Old Scugog Road Culvert Replacement Contract No. CL2013-09; 3. THAT remaining funds from the 2013 Structure Rehabilitation Budget be used to offset over-expenditures for Old Scugog Road Culvert Replacement Contract No. CL2013-09; 4. THAT the Department of Engineering Services pursue compensation from Bell Canada for extra costs relating to their oversight in reporting the location of all Bell services within the project lippits. Submitted by: �� Reviewed by: A.S. Cannella, C. .T. Franklin Wu, Director of Engineering Chief Administrative Officer Services ASC/RA/dv/jb January 14, 2014 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 9-30 REPORT NO.: EGD-006-14 PAGE 2 1. PURPOSE 1.1. The purpose of this report is to recommend approval of expenditures in excess of the additional expenditure limit provided in Administrative and Corporate Policy H17—Capital Project Over-expenditures—that were incurred on Old Scugog Road Culvert Replacement, Contract No. CL2013-09. 2. BACKGROUND 2.1. Construction of the Old Scugog Road Culvert Replacement was completed by Norenco Contracting Ltd. on Sept. 19, 2013. The site is approximately 200 m south of Concession Rd 9. The total estimated project cost approved by Council during the award of the tender was $226,000.00 (see Attachment 1 for details). During construction, the project ran into a number of issues, which are described in detail below, and total project costs are now estimated to be $272,269.18. This has created an over expenditure of$46,269.18 that is over the $25,000 contingency allowance limit for projects within the $250,000 cost range authorized in Policy H17 that can be approved by department directors. 2.2. Extensive negotiations with the contractor regarding Extra Work Orders were undertaken to lessen the financial impact on the Municipality of Clarington. At this date, final payment has not yet been forwarded to the contractor, pending Council approval of the additional funding required to cover these extra costs. 2.3. Despite the unexpected work required to complete the project, staff were able to work with the Contractor to ensure that the construction was completed on schedule which was critical due to the working restrictions in the vicinity of a watercourse. In-water works were completed prior to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) September 15th end-date for in-water works. Adherence to the in-water works timing window was critical to avoid charges under the Fisheries Act. 2.4. The details of the $46,269.18 in extra charges are provided as follows: Bell cable excavation and relocation: Two Bell cables were found during the excavation for the culvert which were not identified by Bell prior to construction. Extra work involved hand digging to expose the cables, excavation along the length of the cables to achieve enough slack to relocate the cables around the new culvert and using a vacuum truck to safely excavate post holes so that the unidentified Bell cables were not damaged. Construction and removal of temporary bike path: The Engineering Services Department was contacted by the United Way to request that cyclists be allowed to pass through the construction site as part of their Ride 4 United Way event due to the significant detour that would be required if they could not use Old Scugog Road. In order to assist with this event, that has considerable benefits for the local community, Clarington agreed to construct a gravel bike path around the 9-31 REPORT NO.: EGD-006-14 PAGE 3 construction site in order for the event users to pass through the site safely and, following the event, the path was removed and the affected grounds restored. Removal of second layer of asphalt: The tender called for removal of 50 mm of surface asphalt. Additional asphalt was discovered at a depth of approximately 200 mm below the surface during excavation which had to be removed and disposed of as part of the work. Structure over-dig and backfill due to old timber cribbing and poor subgrade: During excavation for the culvert, old timber cribs and unsuitable clay subgrade were encountered which needed to be removed, resulting in a larger than anticipated excavation. The timber cribs were likely part of an old bridge structure. The excavation also had to go deeper than anticipated to remove clay subgrade material in order to have a stable base for the new culvert and gabion retaining walls. This poor material was outside of the location of our soils investigation and therefore not able to be identified during the design phase. 3. DISCUSSION 3.1. Extra Work Orders Related to Bell Oversight Two Bell cables were found during the excavation for the culvert which were not identified by Bell prior to construction. During the design stage, existing conditions drawings are sent to the utility companies for them to mark-up any buried plant that was not visible during the survey. Bell did not identify the location of the cables, because they did not have them in their own records. Because there was no record of the cables, they were also not identified on site through the `One Call' locates process which is done before the Contractor starts excavation. Bell was not able to mobilize their crews to the site quickly to relocate the cables, so in order to have the work completed within the allowable working window for the watercourse; the Municipality's Contractor had to do their best to work around them. Unfortunately this resulted in them incurring extra costs, which are passed on to the Municipality. The Engineering Services Department will be pursuing collection from Bell for a share of the extra costs associated with the Bell cables. Had the cables been identified by Bell during the design stage, the Municipality would have required that Bell re-locate them prior to construction and the Municipality would have been responsible for a share of the cost; this would have been included in the total project cost reported to Council. The Municipal Access agreement with Bell outlines the cost sharing arrangement for relocation work between the Municipality and Bell. Cost recovery from Bell will reduce the extra costs to be incurred by the Municipality; this has not been included in the costs described in this report as the funds have not yet been secured. It is estimated that the charges to be recovered from Bell would be in the order of roughly $10,000. 9-32 REPORT NO.: EGD-006-14 PAGE 4 3.2. Temporary Bike Path Members of the Bike Friendly group who were involved in the Ride 4 United Way event were notified in a meeting in early July that Old Scugog Rd would be closed for the culvert replacement. Based on the contractor's construction schedule, there was a chance that the road would not be open by the date of the event on Aug. 25. Due to some of the other problems encountered on this project, there were delays in construction. Clarington staff was contacted on Aug 19 by United Way to ask if it would be possible to allow the cyclists to pass through the construction site. A detour would have required maps to be re-printed and would have resulted in a considerably longer route. It was agreed that the participants would be permitted to walk their bikes through the site using a temporary gravel path, 3.3. Remaining Extra Work Orders A geotechnical investigation was undertaken during the design of the culvert replacement, and it was determined from the boreholes and analysis that the soil had adequate bearing capacity to support the culvert. There is always a risk that there are unforeseen subsurface conditions. While we try to account for the underground conditions it is not practical or possible to identify all subsurface issues prior to construction. It is not unusual for there to be extra costs associated with underground work; however, there were a number of issues at this site which, in combination, were more expensive than most projects. 4. CONCURRENCE This report has been reviewed by Nancy Taylor, Director of Finance/Treasurer, who concurs with the recommendations. 5. CONCLUSION 5.1. Several other structure rehabilitation contracts were issued under the 2013 Structures Rehabilitation budget, all of which were completed under budget, with one project being deferred to 2014. It is recommended that remaining funds from the 2013 Structures Rehabilitation budget be used to fund the $46,269.18 over- expenditure incurred on the Old Scugog Road Culvert Replacement project. 5.2. Engineering Services will continue to pursue cost recovery with Bell for the extra costs of working around the Bell cables which were not identified by them within the project limits. 9-33 REPORT NO.: EGD-006-14 PAGE 5 CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN — Not Applicable Staff Contact: Ron Albright, Manager, Infrastructure and Capital Works Attachments: None List of interested parties to be advised of Council's decision: Not Applicable 9-34 Claritwn REPORT MUNICIPAL CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution#: By-law#: N/A Report#: CLD-003-14 File#: C12.NEWCASTLE ARENA BOARD Subject: APPOINTMENT TO NEWCASTLE ARENA BOARD i RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report CLD-003-14 be received; 2. THAT the resignation of Robert Holmes be received, with regret, and that he be thanked for his contribution to the Newcastle Arena Board; 3. THAT Jay Summers be appointed to the Newcastle Arena Board for a term concurrent with the term of Council; and 4. THAT all interested parties listed in Report CLD-003-14 be advised of Council's decision. Submitted by: Reviewed by: P i rrie, CVO Franklin Wu, uni ' aI Clerk Chief Administrative Officer PLB/jeg CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 13-1 REPORT NO.: CLD-003-14 PAGE 2 1. BACKGROUND 1.1 Newcastle Arena Board The Newcastle Arena Board is a volunteer Municipal Service Board established by the Municipality of Clarington Council in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended. The goal of the Newcastle Arena Board is to operate the Newcastle Memorial Arena. The composition of the Board is as follows: 9 persons,,2 of whom shall be members of Council Committee members are ultimately responsible to the Municipality of Clarington Council and are bound by By-law 2008-037, appointing the Newcastle Arena Board. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month, at 7:00 p.m. 2. CURRENT SITUATION 2.1 Resignation of Robert Holmes Robert Holmes was appointed to the Newcastle Arena Board in January, 2011. The Municipal Clerk's Department received his resignation on January 9, 2014. Following Council's appointments in 2011, all unsuccessful candidates were advised that their applications would remain on file for consideration should a vacancy occur on the Newcastle Arena Board. Accordingly, the Municipal Clerk's Department contacted previous applicants (and any additional applications received since the appointments were made) to the Newcastle Arena Board to determine whether they wish to put forward their name for consideration. At the time of writing of this report, only Jay Summers has confirmed with the Municipal Clerk's Department that he wishes to be considered for appointment to the Newcastle Arena Board. Mr. Summers's application has been circulated under separate cover (Attachment 1) as it contains personal information. 3. CONCURRENCE: Not Applicable 13-2 REPORT NO.: CLD-003-14 PAGE 3 4. CONCLUSION It is respectfully recommended that Robert Holmes be thanked for his contribution to the Newcastle Arena Board. In order to fulfill the requirements of the Terms of Reference, it is recommended that Jay Summers be appointed to the Newcastle Arena Board, for a term concurrent with the term of Council. CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN — Not Applicable Staff Contact: Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk Confidential Attachment (Distributed Separately Attachment 1: Newcastle Arena Board Application List of interested parties to be advised of Council's decision: Robert Holmes Jay Summers Gord Lee, Chair, Newcastle Arena Board 13-3 Clarftwn REPORT CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution#: By-law#: Report#: CLD-004-14 File#: Subject: MUNICIPAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICE LEVELS RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report CLD-004-14 be received for information. Submitted by: i Reviewed by. P tti-L. ie, CMO Franklin Wu, Municipal Clerk Chief Administrative Officer PLB/Ic CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 13-4 REPORT NO.: CLD-004-14 PAGE 2 1. BACKGROUND On October 7, 2013 the General Purpose and Administration Committee passed Resolution GPA-489-13, which stated: "THAT the Municipal Clerk's Department provide a report on By-law Enforcement including parking enforcement with information on overtime costs, potential for hiring additional staff or contracting out, and detailing areas of major concern including the number of open cases, number of calls, and subject matter." Generally speaking, Municipal Law Enforcement is reactive, responding to calls for service from the community. Much of their activity is based on the principle of maintaining or improving the prevailing community standards and tolerances for various activities while Parking handles a mix of reactive and proactive issues. The Division is composed of seven officers, a clerk and the Manager. Of the seven officers, four are Municipal Law Enforcement Officers (MLEOs), two are full time Parking Enforcement Officers (PEOs), one is a part time Parking Enforcement Officer. The clerk provides clerical support to the Division. The Manager oversees the operations of the Division. Currently there is no on-site supervisor for either the MLEOs or the PEOs during evening, night or weekend hours. The Division Manager can be contacted by phone in an emergency. After hours dispatch is done through a patch directly to the MLEO's cell phone. This method of dispatch will be reviewed as part of the 2014 Communication Strategy Initiative. The Municipal Law Enforcement Division, as a whole, is part of the Inside Collective Agreement and the Division has traditionally operated Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm during the fall winter and spring months and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the summer months. In late 2012 Council authorized the expansion of this level of service and increased the number of MLEOs. In accordance with the limits of the Inside Collective Agreement the Division expanded and added a new MLEO in January 2013. The officer was hired with the intent that they would work an afternoon shift from noon to 8:00 pm from Tuesday to Friday and 8:30 am to 4:30 pm on Saturdays. Schedule B of the Inside Collective Agreement stipulates that "scheduled overtime will be offered and distributed equitably to employees who normally perform the work." This officer, therefore would respond to calls and investigate matters as they relate to general by-law issues rather than ongoing parking issues during the evenings and weekends. Ongoing or regularly occurring parking issues cannot be handled by the MLEO on duty over the weekend and must be handled by a PEO. If there is a one-time specific parking problem, the MLEO does investigate and take action. 13-5 REPORT NO.: CLD-004-14 PAGE 3 2. CURRENT DEMANDS FOR SERVICE Over the last 6 years the Division has had an annual average of 1,982 calls for service representing, among other things, 476 property calls, 408 parking calls and 364 zoning calls. Each call can represent anything from one hour to several days to resolve. Where the call involves matters that come before a court or hearing of some form, that time can extend into several weeks, months or in a few cases, years. At present, staff are dealing with 295 open general enforcement files and 66 parking files. This translates into 57 open files per MLEO and 22 parking files per PEO. Of the files currently under investigation the top 4 categories are: Property Standards and maintenance issues (80), Zoning (64), site alteration (33), and noise (20). With a physical area of more than 610 square kilometres, travel time to and from complaints can consume a considerable amount of time; however enforcement is not just time out on the road inspecting and investigating. It also involves periods in the office collecting information and interviewing parties over the phone and in person. Daily routine requires the officers to spend approximately 30% of their time in the office addressing these issues as well as processing emails, phone and counter enquiries. At least twice each month two of the Parking Officers begin work at 2:30 am. and enforce the overnight prohibition from 3:00 am to 5:00 am. They then continue on working until 2:30 pm. By that time they have worked a total of 12 hours and reached the maximum time that can work in a given day. They have also accumulated 6 hours of overtime for that day. This can be taken in pay or accumulated Time-in-Lieu. In 2013, the PEOs accumulated 153 hours of overtime as a result of the overnight enforcement (maximum of 21.8 days off or $6,784.02 payout). 3. OPERATIONAL OBSERVATIONS Council had directed that a new MLEO be added in 2012 in order to better respond to the needs of the public. The conditions and limitations in the Collective Agreement mean that the MLEO cannot do work that would take overtime away from other union staff, in particular the PEOs. Initially this was not perceived to be a problem. The ability of the officers to conduct routine enforcement is severely restricted by the time of day and available light. Nighttime renders it near impossible to conduct adequate exterior inspections. Added to this are the possible mistakes in identity and the public perceiving an officer conducting a nighttime property inspection for a thief or burglar and it poses a potential safety risk to have the officers conducting any form of property inspection. This leaves the enforcement of licencing for taxis and noise issues, many of which may require police assistance and of course parking issues which have occurred over the course of the evening. In the months since the commencement of the new extended MLEO hours 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm, staff have noticed a disconnect between the MLEO position and the actual needs of the public. The general impression is that since its inception earlier last year, staff have received fewer than a half dozen actual calls for service that were within the 13-6 REPORT NO.: CLD-004-14 PAGE 4 scope of the MLEO officer. The vast majority of the calls received were for Parking matters. In order to determine the accuracy of this anecdotal perception, in October 2013, staff began to track incoming calls for service received by the MLEO between 4:30 pm and 8:00 pm. A total of 22 calls for service with only 2 non-parking related issues (concerns over snow clearing bills) were received. The remaining 20 have all been issues which would be the responsibility of the PEOs. 4. COMPARISONS ACROSS THE AREA Staff have looked at the practices of various municipalities across the province but concentrated on common approaches, if any, within Durham Region and the surrounding area. MUNICIPALITY AFTERNOON NIGHTS WEEKEND DURATION DISPATCH DUTIES Winter Night shift, Own dispatch 4 pm to only winter only service plus Noise OSHAWA midnight noon to Afternoon, all some help from enforcement, 2 Officers 8 pm year DRPS parking 2 MLEO Private Private No dispatch, WHITBY security security Year round cell phones to Parking only their office only Call out is at 2 officers the discretion 12:30 pm to Week days of the Manager Only serious AJAX 8:30 pm. only. issues of health Monday to until 8:30 pm. All calls are and safety. Friday screened by him. 1 MLEO Parking Saturday 1 MLEO until 8 at least 1 Until 8 pm, pm. Sunday 1 PEO Year-Round Dispatch Parking and PICKERING 1 PEO until 10 overnight Saturday service general by-law pm to Friday Sunday overnight Until 6 Every other Until 6am. Self PETERBOROUGH Yes am weekend during winter dispatched and Parking issues Private Private months through police securitySecurit Police and Overnight COBOURG security Police Police during winter Through police Parking only months Saturday BELLEVILLE Police Police and Year Round Cell phone General by-law Sunday 9 and parking amto4 pm Saturday QUINTE WEST Police Police Sunday 9 Year Round Police dispatch Parking, noise amto4 pm 13-7 REPORT NO.: CLD-004-14 PAGE 5 The survey of the nearby municipalities reveals that no other municipality in the area offers 24/7 full enforcement. The real need across the Region appears to be for Parking Enforcement beyond the traditional hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. 5. CONTRACTING OUT At present, all full time inside and outside workers are part of CUPE Local 74. The current Collective Agreement speaks to the subject of contracting out in section 28, "The Municipality will contract out for the provision of security related services." Contracting out MLEO or PEO services to provide expanded service would require entering into discussions with CUPE to come to an agreement in protocol. Article 17.3 of the COPE Collective Agreement states; "No employee in the employ of the Municipality shall be laid off as the result of contracting, leasing, assigning or conveying work to another person or employer." The municipality does allow private property owners to contract out on their own to have a person or persons enforcing the private property provisions using municipal parking tickets. This is at no cost to the Municipality and operates outside of our direct influence. Outsourcing to replace current staff would not result in instant savings. Existing staff would have to be either grandfathered, as happened when the 4t" MLEO was hired, or provided with another position at the same salary level. The Town of Whitby uses private security to provide parking services during afternoon and evening hours. Their annual budget for 2013 was approximately $25,000. This amount provided a maximum of 20 hours per week evening and overnight. This cost does not include any additional office space, necessary equipment for the job, or any ancillary costs for equipment which would have to be arranged with the supplier. At present Clarington's part-time PEO earns $26,660 for the same number of hours. While contracting out the service may have initial economic benefits there are other serious considerations which staff would have to address. In the end the potential risk to the integrity of our records and our ability to properly respond to complaints may be compromised. 6. ENFORCEMENT OPTIONS The following details various options for expanding service levels. These figures show what is needed to cover the existing level of Municipal Law coverage or to extend Parking Enforcement to match that level. There are several options for creating an extended hour work schedule. The 2013 budget for the Division was $635,335.00 with staffing related costs of$530,893. 13-8 REPORT NO.: CLD-004-14 PAGE 6 6.1 FULL COVERAGE 24 HOURS PER DAY 7 DAYS PER WEEK This program would involve the creation of full day and night enforcement 7 days per week. This is not a short term approach as it requires a complete rethinking of the duties and obligations of the Division along with a renegotiation of the Collective Agreement and the creation of 4 squads working 12 hour shifts from 7 am to 7 pm and 7 pm to 7 am. In order to offer a consistent level of service regardless of the Squad working, there would need to be 3 MLEOs, 3 PEOs and a shift supervisor per squad. These officers would replicate the level of service currently provided. Day shift would also have the Manager. Total Division manpower would increase to 1 Manager, 4 Supervisors, 12 MLEOs and 12 PEOs. Total annual operating budget for the Division would rise to approximately $3,331,600.00. This approach to staffing is most often seen in municipalities which host large colleges or universities. The calls for service are of such volume that they cannot be handled adequately by a day shift alone and the local police often require the assistance of a dedicated municipal enforcement unit. Clarington does not currently have the necessary volume of calls to justify this approach. 6.2 EXPANSION OF CURRENT LEVEL OF SERVICE This option envisions having a night shift that operates in conjunction with the existing scheduled afternoon shift. A night shift could be created to run from 8:00 pm until 4:00 am. This approach would require the hiring of one new MLEO for the night shift, two PEOs (one afternoon and one night) and a Shift Supervisor. Additional cost to the budget would be $329,960.00. Some savings can be realized in this process because there would be no need for each night shift officer to have their own vehicle. Where possible, equipment such as vehicles, computers and ticketing printers can be shared. The anticipated annual budget for the Division would rise to approximately $965,300.00. This approach also requires more staff and expands to a level of service that is in excess of the current demands for service. Staff review of 2012 and 2013 statistics indicate that this is not a necessary increase. The approach also carries the same challenges of nighttime enforcement as full 24/7 deployment would have for the MLEOs. 6.3 INCREASED PRESENCE AT CURRENT HOURS The option envisages the extension of the hours of operation for Parking Enforcement to match those of the MLEO until 8:00 pm, or later. This allows for two officers to be working, thus increasing the margin of safety for the officers themselves while at the same time responding to the public's demands for service. 13-9 REPORT NO.: CLD-004-14 PAGE 7 This option would require the hiring of a third full-time Parking Officer for the afternoon shift while at the same time retaining the part-time PEO to monitor and enforce the downtown areas of Bowmanville, Newcastle and Orono. The Division's annual operating budget would rise from $635,335.00 to approximately $702,360.00. This estimate includes training requirements, equipment, uniforms and the shift premium of $6.00 per day. This option provides for the most appropriate, timely and efficient approach to meeting the needs of the community. I 7.0 CONCLUSION Given the concerns highlighted above regarding access to property during hours of darkness, consideration will be given to moving,the current afternoon shift MLEO to the day shift for the late fall, winter and early spring. The officer's effectiveness and ability to respond to her other duties will not be hindered. As stated previously, the demonstrated need is for an increased Parking Enforcement presence, which could be accommodated by the addition of a third full-time PEO. Unlike the MLEOs duties, PEO investigations can be successfully conducted after dark, as the 3 am to 5 am enforcement has demonstrated. This approach could be easily accommodated within the provisions of the current Collective Agreement while, at the same time, providing a more timely response to demands for service. The foregoing is presented for Council's information. 8.0 CONCURRENCE: Not Applicable CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN — Not Applicable Staff Contact: Len Creamer, Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement 13-10 Clarington REPORT CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution #: By-law#: Report#: CAO-001-14 File #: Subject: LONG-TERM POTENTIAL OF A BOAT LAUNCH IN BOWMANVILLE RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Council either, a) receive Report CAO-001-14 for information; OR b) consider allocating in the 2014 Budget the suggested funding of$35,000 to $45,000 to study the long-term potential of a boat launch in Bowmanville. Submitted by: Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 17-1 REPORT NO.: CAO- 001-14 PAGE 2 1. PURPOSE The purpose of this report is to respond to Council's direction on the matter of reporting on the long-term potential of a boat launch in Bowmanville. 2. BACKGROUND 2.1 At the January 7, 2013 GPA meeting the following resolution was passed: "THAT Staff be requested to report on the long-term potential of a boat launch in Bowmanville." 2.2 This followed several earlier reports on the related but narrower matters of dredging the Bowmanville Creek (the most recent of which was LGL-004-12 on September 10, 2012 which summarized several earlier reports) and parking control at boat launches (Report CLD- 035-12 on December 10, 2012). 3. KEY ACTIONS REQUIRED TO RESPOND TO COUNCIL REQUEST 3.1 Relevant experience elsewhere suggests that the examination of the long term potential of a boat launch in Bowmanville requires five key actions: • A market study to determine the scale of the short and long-term demand for a boat launch in Bowmanville, what specific features and benefits that market would desire and be willing to pay for and the price they would be willing to pay • Identification of potential locations of a boat launch in Bowmanville that would meet the identified market needs • Estimation of the cost of developing each site based on meeting the market needs. Key development costs would be expected to include: an engineering study, environmental assessment, construction of a boat launch and other features required to make the launch feasible (e.g., potential dredging, developing space for the safe parking of vehicles and boat trailers and putting effective means in place to manage parking demand). As well, analysis should show the likely life cycle of such work, e.g., if the existing boat launch was dredged, how quickly the creek may fill with silt again. Finally the expected annual operating and maintenance costs, including allocations for asset replacement reserves, would need to be determined 17-2 REPORT NO.: CAO- 001-14 PAGE 3 • Analysis of the range and type of economic activity and other benefits likely to be generated by a specific boat launch • A review of the options for distributing the costs, e.g., how much of the cost should be financed from users vs. benefitting landowners vs. the Municipality 3.2 While staff have not incurred municipal expenditures to determine the cost of undertaking these five steps, experience elsewhere would suggest that a study of this nature would likely cost between $35,000 and $45,000. 4. CONCLUSION 4.1 Determining the long-term potential of a boat launch in Bowmanville is a matter requiring answering a range of questions, including: the scale and nature of the short and long-term market for such a service, the best location for a boat launch, the capital and operating costs of developing a boat launch and ancillary services and the life cycle of these, the economic and other benefits likely to be generated and how the costs of such an undertaking should be distributed among the benefitting parties, including the Municipality. 4.2 It would likely cost the Municipality between $35,000 and $45,000 to obtain clear answers to these questions including having a clearer understanding of the scale of investment required to realize the long-term potential of a boat launch in Bowmanville. 4.3 Council will need to decide whether it wishes to undertake such a study and if it does, provide for it in the 2014 Budget. CONFORMITY WITH STRATEGIC PLAN-The recommendations contained in this report conform to the following priorities of the Strategic Plan: X Promoting economic development Maintaining financial stability Connecting Clarington Promoting green initiatives X Investing in infrastructure X Showcasing our community Not in conformity with Strategic Plan Staff Contact: Curry Clifford, MPA, CMO, Corporate Initiatives Officer 17-3 • arm n Leading the Way MEMO CLERK'S DEPARTMENT To: Mayor Foster and Members of Council From: Anne Greentree, Deputy Clerk Date: January 17, 2014 Subject: GENERAL PURPOSE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA— JANUARY 20, 2014— UPDATE File: C05.GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION Please be advised of the following amendments to the GPA agenda for the meeting to be held on Monday, January 20, 2014: 6. DELEGATIONS See attached Final List. (Attachment#1) 8. c) Report PSD-008-14 See attached replacement page for Page 1 of Report PSD-008-14. (Attachment#2) nne,Greentree, Deputy Clerk AG/jeg Encl. cc: F. Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Department Heads CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 Attachment #1 of Update Memo FINAL LIST OF DELEGATIONS GPA Meeting: January 20, 2014 (a) Valerie Cranmer, Valerie Cranmer and Associates, Regarding Report PSD-009-14, Regarding an Application for a Clarington Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Allow Camping on Lands Adjacent to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (b) Susan Lloyd Swail Regarding Report PSD-009-14, Regarding an Application for a Clarington Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Allow Camping on Lands Adjacent to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (c) Vic Suppan Regarding Report PSD-006-14, an Application to Repeal Heritage Designation, 210 King Avenue West, Newcastle Village (d) Peter Thorne Regarding Report PSD-006-14, an Application to Repeal Heritage Designation, 210 King Avenue West, Newcastle Village (e) Angela Tibbles, Chair, Clarington Heritage Committee, Regarding Report PSD-006-14, an Application to Repeal Heritage Designation, 210 King Avenue West, Newcastle Village (f) Sheila Hall, Executive Director, Clarington Board of Trade, Regarding Report PSD-009-14, Regarding an Application for a Clarington Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Allow Camping on Lands Adjacent to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (g) Shannon McNevan, Executive Director, Republic Live, Regarding an Application for a Clarington Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Allow Camping on Lands Adjacent to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park ATTACHMENT#--- H€Poff+ O -r a(V Y Ciarftwn REPORT PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: January 20, 2014 Resolution#: By-law#: Report#: PSD-008-14 File#: PLN 17.2 Subject: CONSERVATION ONTARIO WHITEPAPER "WATERSHED MANAGEMENT FUTURES FOR ONTARIO" AND TORONTO REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY DRAFT "LIVING CITY POLICIES" RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report PSD-008-14 be received; and 2. THAT Council's decision and a copy of Report PSD-008-14 be forwarded to the Region of Durham, the City of Pickering, the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, the Kawartha Region Conservation Authority, and the Ottonabee Region Conservation Authority. c Submitted by: Reviewed by: Da d rome,ZMCIP. RPP Franklin Wu, Director of Planning Services Chief Administrative Officer JAS/FL/df 10 January 2014 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1 C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 r Planit Connections Consuldng Services Inc. January 20,2014 Mayor and Members of Council Town of Clarington 40 Temperance St, Bowmanville,On L1C 3A6 Comments for Municipality of Clarington Committee meeting January 20,2014 Regarding ZBA-2013-0016,COPA 2013-0004, Part Lot 8,Concession 1,5216 Darlington Clarke Townline We have read the staff report concerning this application to amend the Municipality of Clarington Official Plan and zoning by-law to allow for commercial camping on the Oak Ridges Moraine and we submit the following comments for consideration.We contend that there are conformity issues with the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan whether the use is considered a low intensity recreational use or a major recreational use.The use is commercial in nature and intensive. In addition,there are a three concerns with the process of this application which I would like Council to consider: 1) The applicant made an application to permit low intensity recreational uses on the Oak Ridges Moraine.They did not make an application to permit a major recreational use. 2) According to the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority the impact of the use has not been determined through the natural heritage evaluation. 3) The public hearing did not allow the public or agencies to make representations regarding the Official Plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment to consider this use as a major recreational use on the Oak Ridges Moraine. Our planning analysis indicates that the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan prohibits major recreational uses in countryside areas designated primarily for agricultural purposes in the Clarington Official Plan(Sec. 13.5b-see map attached). For these reasons we ask that Council refuse this application for an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning bylaw Amendment. Conformity with the Oak Ridges Moraine Plan a) Intent and Objectives of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan As the impact of the use was not determined through the natural heritage assessment,we cannot determine with any certainty whether the land use impacts the ecological or hydrological function. Regardless,the scale of the proposed use,a capacity of 20,000 people on a 65 acre parcel is not consistent with the intent and objectives of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act,2001.When considering applications for uses within the Oak Ridges Moraine Plan area is it important to review the objectives of the Plan.The objectives are to protect the ecological and hydrological functions of the Oak Ridges Moraine;by ensuring that only land uses that maintain,improve or restore the ecological and hydrological function of the Oak Ridges Moraine are permitted... b) Permitted uses in Countryside areas and Natural Linkage areas 1 recreational use and the required studies suggest that the proposed use is not consistent with a major recreational use. Further,major recreational use are prohibited in areas identified in official plans as agricultural areas.Therefore,it is my opinion the proposed use is not permitted on the subject lands. Relationship to CTMP Lands The Canadian Tire Mosport Lands(CTMP)are located adjacent to the proposed use; Mosport Park is identified on Schedule A,Map 5 as an existing regional tourism node. It was an existing use,prior to the establishment of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and Act,therefore,it does not need to conform to the ORMCP.Today,commercial land uses for large recreational events and entertainment are generally directed to settlement areas where road,water,sewer infrastructure, accomodations and emergency services are available. The CTMP lands are owned by a separate entity from the Darclarke lands.Approval of this OPA allows a major recreational use,that is,a golf course,ski hill,serviced campground,or serviced playing field.Amending the Official plan from general agricultural to allowing a serviced recreational commercial use is a significant change from the current use or a low intensity recreational use. Summary In summary,there are additional studies required and agency comments may be different for an application to consider a major recreational use than those submitted for a low intensity use.Therefore, Council may not have all the required information and informed comments before it,which may be necessary to make an informed decision. Further,we have concerns about the need for public process due to the change in this application as the public have not had an opportunity to make representations at a public meeting regarding the changed application. Despite the fact that studies are missing and major recreational uses were not considered at the public meeting.The Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan prohibits major recreational uses on countryside lands that are identified as primarily agricultural areas within the Clarington Official Plan. For this reason,we ask Council to refuse this application for an Official Plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment for lands at 5216 Darlington Clarke Townline. Respectfully Submitted by, Susan 1_16y:, flail,MES Principal, Planit Connections Consulting Services www. Ianitconn�,ctians.ca 23 Kinsley St, Nobleton,On LOG 1N0 Prepared for: Leslie and Ken Kerrigan 9015 Mosport Road,Orono,ON LOB 1M0 3 13 J ,. REGIONAL I / ! 1 LESKAR S \ ' i ■ _w _ . SPECIAL KIR ' _.�� KENDAL ; POLICY ' AREAI a..y/�� , Al i - REGIONAL ROAD M•• ` r. Pte_ I _ + sP I AL ORON AN EA \l I sr ov (S MAP A5) R - R Rpy56�C R/E2 Nf E! I , :LJ �ECipE !,d F i CA N4pg11NtI4 I � —R �ANS.N RpE;NCIA! 'PELINFI . HERN PIAEL11dE i URBA REA pNEWTONVI LLE i l SEE MA A4 DURHA61 wGHWA E— f .BROWNSVILLE+I I Hlemmw r Sp. P.1 —B ■ ■ I c4 R f l I � I LAKE ONTARIO I _ it 4 --� URBAN BOUNDARY ENVIRONMENTAL GENERAL PROTECTION AREA L—_1 AGRICULTURAL AREA /v HAMLETBOUNDARY ®AGGREGATE -- - ----- GREEN SPACE EXTRACTION AREA - ————ORM BOUNDARY NATURAL PUBLIC COREAREA SECONDARY SCHOOL URBAN RESIDENTIAL NATURAL PUBLIC MAP Al (CLARKE) UNKAGEAREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL WATERFRONT .......SPECIAL POLICY AREA LAND USE GREENWAY CLARKE RURAL AREA CHAMLET RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT PARK .........SPECIAL STUDY AREA OFFICIAL PLAN ® RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON RESIDENTIAL CLUSTER ® HAMLET PARK TOURISM NODE AUGUST.2010 UTILITY PRIME GOLFCOURSE +"JV 0 500 '..Ja, -to KI. n+l+vn r u nm ul.:o rcR .v AGRICULTURAL AREA ® ::rsra verr,s uE.�ues i po■++.a.+.,us un::uuvn+!; Waste Diversion oueHaM REGION MirkaJanuszkiewicz Presentation to the MunicipalityofClarington's General Purpose and AdministrationCommittee January 20, 2014 Background on Waste Diversion Facts aboutWaste Diversion Region of Durham's Waste Diversion Drivers for Increased Diversion Lessons Learned from Other Jurisdictions Region of Durham's Challenges EFW and Diversion Conclusion How is waste diversioncalculated? Diverted WastelTotal Waste All measurements are based on weight (tonnes) Current challenge: Iight w6ght of clivertecl materials = less tonnes Residential vs. ICI diversion. provincial average 45 %vs. 23% Waste Diversion Ontario (WDO) Municipal Datacall does not capture Reduce, Reuse, and Recovery Municipalities are mandated to provide Blue Box service under Reg. 1o1 Lack of synergy between producers of new prod ucts1packag i ng and recycling infrastructurejmarkets Cost of diversion only patallyfunded by the producers annual Waste DMersion, 2008 to 2012 M M M 2012 GAP diversion rate 530/0 OtherDiveisonProgramsNEEE, Residential diversion 56% MH9W,tiresetc} Regional waste facilities 340/0 CompoedGrasscy clingCretlils sl I YAfte Apartments 13% 6 SSO (Grey Bin) Highest GAP diversion rate for I Blue Box ��� 52% 53% municipalities of similar size OB 10 12 Year Blue Box participation ego% Green Bin participation X70% - f6paii Wu,n#,O N, ow ":f!Ri 9'-F— *MIT Jim ,_.u._ Waste flow contro Municipal waste diversion infrastructure Funding for education programs Sustainable end markets for diverted materials Sustainable funding formula which recognizes full cost of diversion Aggressive anti - scavenging policy Enforcement Collection and transfer contracts should encourage diversion Municipal control of waste is critical at collection and transfer stages Municipal transfer stations are the best mechanism for managing flow contro Apartment buildings only comply if diversion is made as easy or easier than disposal and if penalties are enforced for waste separation Education is critical to achieve program participation Programs have to be simple and convenient for residents to follow EU directives promote diversion and penalize disposal of unprocessed waste Mangy countries introduced user pad system for waste and recyclables Deposit return systems Extensive eco station systems in place Robust organics processing systems San Francisco boasts a W/o fiersion rate Comprehensive and mandatory composting and recycling program with a single service provider Unlike most NAjOsktbns, San Francisco includes inert construction rubble re -used as fill and land applied bbsoWs in their diversion calculation If diversion is measured with same method used by Region, San Francisco is closer to 6o% diversion The Discard Studies Bloq, "San Francisco's Famous 8 Diversion Rate. Anatomy of an Exemplar,"121612013. Markham boasts W/o diversion rate Diversion calculations do not followWDO formula and are not verified byWDO or any otherthird party Durham diversion calculated using Markham process would be closer to 15% Markham's green bin program accepts pet waste, kitty litter and diapers resulting in the capture of more organics but with a significantly more difficult to process organics stream and higher residuals Markham mandates apartments participate in diversion and has control over building designs for diversion Provincial disposal bans support municipal efforts Halifax maintains a source separation by -law and waste flow control Clear and strict source separationiprocessing requirements Waste can not be exported outside of municipa boundaries to avoid these requirements Fines are imposed on multi-residential owners that do not provide source separation facilities to residents A Construction and Demolition licensing by-law requires a minimum 754 diversion rate Waste Diversion rate has been constant for three dears Low participation in organics program Declining resident participation There is no new municipa infrastructure to accommodate needs of residents and provide convenience (e.g. eco stations) Reduced opportunities to claim diversion. Glass Construction materials Chinese "green wa I I" issues ReuselRecovery not recognized as diversion byWDO Budget constraints No municipal waste flow control Shift in growth from single family housing to apartment buildings Golder Report approved b Council on A 2009 Capital Cost Annual Increase in Cumulative Program to Implement Incremental Waste Waste Proposed Implementation Date Completed Cost (slyr) Diversion Diversion Status Quo 56/o Waste Diversion Increasing Capture in Existing Program; Modified Collection Schedule 1.7010 51.7% 2009 Yes Reduced Set Out Limits 12% 52,90/0 2009 Modified Blue Box Equipment x630,000 2.0% 54.94 2010 Yes Increased Promotion and Education $50,000 $801000 2.0 °/0 56,91/o 2010 Waste Collection BanslPolicies $801000 $132,000 2.9 °/0 59,8°/0 2010 Yes Increased WEEE Event Days EPR 1.61/o 61,40/0 2010 Yes Transfer Station Modifications $21003,000 $290,000 1.9% 63,3% 201012011 New Waste Diversion Opportunities; Polystyrene Recycling $30,000 0.3% 63.61/o 2009 Yes Textile Recycling $30,000 $40,000 0.2% 63.81/o 2009 Mattress Recycling $30,000 $110,000 0.2 °/0 64,0 ° /0 2009 Reuse Programs $3,000,000 $300,000 3,64 67,64 201012011 Yes Other Plastics Recycling $500,000 $975,000 0.8% 68,4°/0 2011 (Pending Plastics Recycling Initiative) Yes Plastic Film Recycling $500,000 $3,465,000 1.61/o 70,0% 2011 (Pending Plastics Recycling Initiative) Multi -Res SSO Collection x680,000 $480,000 0.91/0 70.9% 2012 Pet Waste Composting ? ? 1.81/o 72.7% 2013 (Pending further investigation) Durham's organics program is recognized as one of the best in North America Municipalities are competing for limited organics processing capacity Consultant report prepared by Kelleher Environmental identified. New technologies such as Anaerobic Digestion (AD) are required to handle more problematic organic materials such as source-separated organics (SSO) from apartment buildings and pet waste Durham does not generate sufficient apartment SSO and pet waste to justify its own facility —we need a partner Durham Region Roundtable on Climate Change recognizes AD to helpmeet greenhouse gas reduction targets adopted by Regional Council on June z, zolo Current Green Bin organics processing contract expires in zo16 Extend existing contract to secure the Region's Green Bin organics processing capacity for two dears beyond current contract (2018) Potentially expand organics processing options to. address current diversion program constraints include more problematic organic materials such as pet waste and SSO from apartment buildings Staff will continue to investigate AD technologies, including non- binding negotiations with potential partners to inform on and future business cases and recommendations to Council EA planning report was based on Region reaching W/o diversion target in first 5 dears of operation and then reaching 700/0 in the remaining duration of the EFW operation EFW approved capacity is 140,000 tonnes of waste (Durham projectsthis capacity to be sufficient for our future needs if diversion target met) Invest in diversion today or pad later January 23, 20o8, motion ofCounci "That the Region of Durham agrees to continue to support an aggressive residual waste diversion and recycling program in order to achieve and jor exceed on or before December zoso, a 700/0 diversion recycling rate for the entire Region and that such aggressive programs shall continue beyond 2010," EA approval dated November 3,2010, section 10 (Waste Diversion) Work withArea Municipalitiesto ensure diversiontargetsjpolicies are monitored and met Waste Diversion Program Monitoring Plan Report on diversion results CofA recognizes the need for 140,000 tonnes peryear capacity of residual waste November1q,2010, letter from the Minister of the Environment, John Wilkinson: "The EA documents that the Regions (Durham Pork) will be able to achieve a diversion rate of W/o by 2o11, and through the introduction of a number of new diversion policies and practices (such as diversion programs for HHW, electronics, construction and demolition, and the mandatory recycling by- aws) achieve a diversion rate of 7o% by N16,,," Annual Waste Diversion Reports are submitted to the MOE nvest in diversion now or pad later in expansion 4,_ ,usu k: Before Arriving at the EFW Site; Public and contractor awareness and education At- source waste diversion programs By -law Enforcement Officers Transfer station scale radiation detection and inspections At the EFW Site; Radiation detection at scales Hourly truck inspections Tipping area personnel and refuse crane operator inspections Other; Annual waste audits Annual Waste Diversion Monitoring Report required by ECA Report annually toWDOMunicipal Datacall Waste Management By -Law EFW -Waste Management AdvisoryCommittee Contract incentives related to environmental performance, environmental innovation and community outreach 2013 New Permanent Programs Expanded Blue Box plastics Curbside and apartmentWEEE recycling Curbside porcelain recycling Curbside and apartment battery recycling 2013 Estimated Waste Diversion Rate is 540/0 2014 and Beyond (I i Organics is the next opportunity for diversion Investigate processing options for enhanced organic waste p Convert pilot programs to permanent programs. Mercury exchange program to divert mercury in light bulbs, switches, thermometers, thermostats, etc. Re -use events in partnership with Not - for - Profit organizations Increase bag tag fee from $1.50 to $z.5o for each garbage bag set -out beyond the four bag bi- weekly limit n order to increase diversion, the following decisions are necessary; Adequate budget to reflect needs for waste diversion infrastructure (AD, transfer operations, sorting and eco stations) Develop synergy between the planning development review process and diversion Acknowledge the need forflow control system similar to Nova Scotia Provide support for expanded education programs Thankyou Mirka Januszklewicz, P.Eng. Director, Waste Management Regional Municipality of Durham Ontario, Canada Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program within the Municipality of Clarington and the Regional Municipality of Durham Pam Lancaster, Clean Water -Healthy Land Program Coordinator Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority Monday, January 20, 2014 Municipality of Clarington, GP&A Meeting Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program The goal of the CWHLFAP is “through stewardship, improve overall watershed health” •Identification through watershed and fisheries plans •Engage and assist watershed residents in stewardship and conservation. •Enhance public awareness of watershed health •Provide technical services •Provide financial assistances •Address recommendations from monitoring and evaluation programs Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Financial Assistance Program •Provide funding assistance to the residents of the Municipality of Clarington, within the GRCA region. •Funding available for landowners, residents, community groups, schools etc… •Review process to give out funding. Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Funding Amounts and Caps Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program A review committee is in place to evaluate the projects and approve funding. Wendy Partner , Municipality of Clarington Councilor, Ward 4; Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority Vice Chair Faye Langmaid , Municipality of Clarington, Manager of Special Projects Linda Laliberte , Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority CAO/Secretary-Treasurer Mark Peacock, P.Eng. , Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority Director of Watershed Services Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Accomplishments Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program 2007 to 2013 Program Review YearFunding LandownerOther Monetary Number of AllocatedFundingValueProjects Contribution 2007$19,525$61,709$13,679$62,80011 2008$16,270$23,807$1,308$41,03018 2009$21,820$57,845$17,833$97,50015 2010$9,520$14,807$35,17011 2011$30,674$50,141$901+$99,66220 201218,000$73,250$19,400$112,20012 2013$27,478$41,050$25,347$108,26713 Total$143,287$322,610$78,469$556,929100 Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program 2013 Projects •Five GPS units and one no-till drill were purchased •One barnyard cementing and one livestock crossing was installed •Three reforestation/stream improvement projects (1000 trees and shrubs were planted) •A shade shelter was constructed in Orono Park •A bridge/trail replacement occurred in the Orono Crown Lands Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Orono Park –Buttercup Hollow •Orono Park celebrated its 90 th Anniversary in 2013. •GRCA partnered with the Clarington and the community to restore Orono Creek •Planted 330 trees and shrubs along the creek with Orono Public School •CHEX TV Spot Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Wilmot Creek Planting •GRCA partnered with the Credit River Angling Club and received funds through the Great Lakes Community Guardian Fund to plant 1200 potted trees and shrubs on Wilmot Creek •Community Volunteer day Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Yellow Fish Road •In 2012 the GRCA received $25,000 from the Great Lakes Community Guardian Fund to deliver Yellow Fish Road. •Bonnie Ward, Assistant Stewardship Technician delivered the program –5 Newcastle school presentations –282 storm drains painted in Newcastle –700 fish brochures distributed –8 adults and 40 youth engaged •Municipality provided with fish shaped storm drain grates and storm drain discs. Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Potential 2014 Projects •2 tree planting projects –3,700 trees •Orono Park project –removing gabion baskets and hardened shorelines. Additional stream bank planting. •Graham Creek restoration project. •Increased tree planting efforts to implement Natural Heritage System and assist in Durham Climate Change initiatives. Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Benefits to our natural environment •Allows landowners to engage in active stewardship without heavy financial burden. •Provides technical assistance to allow a project to run smoothly. •Engages residents in the environment and watershed planning and management. Clean Water -Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program For more information on the Clean Water-Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program Please Contact Pam Lancaster, Stewardship Technician Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority 2216 County Road 28 Port Hope, ONL1A 3V8 905-885-8173 x 247plancaster@grca.on.ca www.grca.on.ca GanaraskaRegion Conservation Authority Natural Heritage Strategy January 20, 2014 Municipality of Clarington Presentation Ken Towle, Ecologist, Mark Peacock, P. Eng. Director Watershed Services Natural Heritage Documents An Overview Natural Heritage Target Natural Conservation Item: SystemHeritage SystemAthority Policies Official PlanGRCA Natural Individual CA Policy Source: Heritage StrategyDocuments Existing Natural Recommends future Policies to implement Description: Heritage Features as natural heritage CA mandate with described in the system based on varying emphasis on Provincial Policy andmodelling of system natural heritage further refined by elements and protection Official Plan Policies functions and expanded to include existing functional linkages The GRCA Natural Heritage Strategy How GRCA should act in relation • to terrestrial natural heritage issues Summarizes current conditions • Outlines methodology and • results for defining target natural heritage systems Identifies threats to natural • heritage and makes recommendations for GRCA response GIS Modeling for Improvements in the Natural Heritage System Landscape is divided into 5 x 5 m pixels (rasters). Each pixel receives a value based on a number of scored criteria related to terrestrial ecological functions. Natural Features Proximity Urban Proximity Total GRID Interior Forest Distance to Lake Ontario Wetland Distance to Forest Watercourse Proximity Road ProximityForest Distance to Wetland Landscape Value Surface Histogram Analysis of Values Existing Natural Cover 32.9% ELC Final Raster Histogram 1,300,000 1,200,000 1,100,000 1,000,000 Number Cells (25m² / cell) 900,000 800,000 700,000 600,000 500,000 400,000 300,000 200,000 100,000 0 510152025303540455055606570 Final Raster Score Target Natural Cover 40.4% ELC Final Raster Histogram 1,300,000 1,200,000 1,100,000 1,000,000 Number Cells (25m² / cell) 900,000 800,000 700,000 600,000 500,000 400,000 300,000 200,000 100,000 0 510152025303540455055606570 Final Raster Score Target Natural Cover 50.9% ELC Final Raster Histogram 1,300,000 1,200,000 1,100,000 1,000,000 Number Cells (25m² / cell) 900,000 800,000 700,000 600,000 500,000 400,000 300,000 200,000 100,000 0 510152025303540455055606570 Final Raster Score Target Natural Heritage System Scenarios Use of the Target Natural Heritage System Define priority areas for adding habitat (e.g. • Forest) to the landscape to maintain biodiversity and increase ecological function Define priority areas for landowner contact and • stewardship to build the target NHS Help with policy direction for municipal partners • Define and quantify environmental impacts of • development and potential mitigation opportunities Summary of Natural Heritage System Values Improve habitat connectivity to support wildlife • populations and ecological functions Support sensitive species while reducing populations • of problem wildlife Reduce negative edge effects • Improve water retention, resulting in erosion control • and groundwater recharge Improve water quality through filtration • NHS Values Cont’d Collect nutrients and improve soil conditions • Improve air quality • Increase outdoor recreation opportunities such as • hiking, skiing, bird watching, fishing and hunting Improve scenic landscape values • Improve real estate values • Provide timber and non-timber forest products • NHS Values Related to Climate Change Regulate local ambient temperatures • Maintain and improve local and regional rainfall • patterns Sequester carbon • Allow for movement of wildlife and vegetation in • response to changing climate conditions Thank -you Questions? • Proposed Policies Source: Official Plan CA Natural Heritage Strategy Individual CA Policy Documents Description: Existing Natural Heritage Features as Recommends future natural heritage Policies to implement CA mandate described in the Provincial Policy and system based on modelling of system with varying emphasis on natural further refined by Official Plan policies elements and functions heritage protection and expanded to include existing functional linkages. Natural Heritage System mapping prepared in concert with the CA's using CA Natural heritage system base data. Use: Form a basis of protection through Guides the work of the Conservation Guides the decision of Conservation land use planning for existing natural Authority in maintaining and Authorities.The TRCA Living City heritage features within the improving the regional natural document is a comprehensive Municipality of Clarington heritage system.The strategy collection of CA policies containing document looks to future both natural hazard and heritage improvements to the natural heritage elements. system, identifies conservation issues and recommends actions by the CA to address them. Answers questions: Where does the municipality want to Where is it best to plant trees to What decisions are approved by an protect existing natural heritage increase natural cover and improve authority in addressing natural features and functions? the ecological function? What areas heritage and hazard questions in the should the Conservation Authority business of the CA. concentrate on when considering restoration and improvements to the natural environment? Where is the best" bang for the buck" in naturalization efforts? Relationship to other items: The Municipality's Natural Heritage There is significant overlap between CA policies are supported by natural Discussion Paper, prepared as part of the proposed natural heritage system heritage system science and support the Official Plan Review, references described in the Natural Heritage the implementation of target natural the (future) target natural heritage Discussion Paper and proposed for heritage system . system as a tool to guide inclusion in the Official Plan and the compensation and natural heritage target natural heritage system.This is enhancement at the time of a understandable as the target or development application. future system builds on the existing system described in the Official Plan.