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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-02-22 Planning and Development Committee Minutes February 22, 2016 Minutes of a meeting of the Planning and Development Committee held on Monday, February 22, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Present Were: Councillor S. Cooke, Councillor R. Hooper, Councillor J. Neal, Councillor W. Partner arrived at 7:43 PM, Councillor C. Traill, Councillor W. Woo Regrets: Mayor A. Foster Staff Present: L. Benson, D. Crome, C. Pellarin, J. Gallagher, M. Chambers 1 Call to Order Councillor Woo called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2 New Business – Introduction There were no new business items added to the Agenda. 3 Adopt the Agenda Resolution #PD-033-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill That the Agenda for the Planning and Development Committee meeting of February 22, 2016 be adopted as presented. Carried 4 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated at this meeting. 5 Announcements Members of Council announced upcoming community events and matters of community interest. 6 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting Resolution #PD-034-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Cooke That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning and Development Committee, held on February 1, 2016, be approved. Carried - 1 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes February 22, 2016 7 Public Meetings 7.1 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Applicant: Dr. Linda Carter Report: PSD-016-16 Paul Wirch, Planner, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. John Shreve, local resident, spoke to the application. Mr. Shreve explained to the Committee that he is not opposed to the veterinary clinic however he is concerned with the proposed alternate uses for this property. Beverly Shreve, local resident, spoke to the application. Ms. Shreve advised the Committee that her main concern is the pathway from Ivory Court to Highway 2 on this property and requested that this be blocked off so vehicles are not able to drive though. She added that she supports the veterinary clinic. Richard Claxton-Oldfield, local resident, spoke in support of the application. Mr. Claxton- Oldfield advised the Committee that he supports the veterinary clinic. He added that he would request pedestrian access from Ivory Court to Highway 2 and would not like any fencing to be built around the property. Robyn McKibbon, local resident, spoke in support of the application. Ms. McKibbon advised the Committee that she is pleased that a veterinary clinic will be in this area. She added that there are currently no veterinary clinics in this area and this will be a beneficial addition, with minimal impact to this area. Dr. Linda Carter, applicant, spoke to the application. Dr. Carter thanked the residents for their support. She noted that they will be relocating the one foot reserve to stop any vehicle traffic going through the property. Dr. Cater explained that they will try to incorporate a walkway into the design. She addressed the alternate permitted uses and noted that she has worked with Staff to include uses that will not be detrimental to the area and the community. Dr. Carter added that, once a veterinary clinic is opened in a location it is rare for them to move to an alternate location. Dr. Carter concluded by explaining that she is a resident of Bowmanville and is looking forward to staying in the area and maintaining this business in the community. - 2 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes February 22, 2016 7.2 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Applicant: 1891211 Ontario Limited Report: PSD-017-16 Anne Taylor-Scott, Planner, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. Bill Mortenbeck, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Mortenbeck explained that he is concerned with access to the development and the increased traffic. He added that this is a beautiful property with many large trees and feels the wildlife in the area will be affected by this development. Mr. Mortenbeck asked where the children would attend school. He concluded by stating that apartments and houses should be built in the same areas. Tanya Campbell, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Ms. Campbell stated that this property should not be developed. She advised the Committee that she was not prepared for this meeting as she has only been aware of this proposed application for two weeks. Councillor Partner arrived at the meeting at 7:43 PM. Carolyn Neuman, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Ms. Neuman asked how many of the apartments would be two bedrooms units. She noted that she was concerned with the safety of the children who will live in this development and the proximity to the railway tracks and a busy highway. Ms. Neuman concluded by asking if there would be any park or playground facilities for the children who will live in this development. Gloria Ireland, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Ms. Ireland advised the Committee that she is concerned with the children crossing the busy roadways and asked if any traffic lights would be added to assist with crossing the streets. Marianna de Cola, Kohn Partnership Architects Inc., spoke on behalf of the applicant. She made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Ms. de Cola reviewed a series of photos of the subject property including aerial photos, street view photos and photos of the grade of the property. She reviewed the location of the access point for the subject property. Ms. de Cola advised the Committee that the units will be a 50/50 mix of one and two bedrooms units. She highlighted some of the amenities of the buildings including the separate shared amenity building and the tot lot. Ms. de Cola advised the Committee there will be pedestrian access to the main roads and transit and added they are proposing a natural design. She explained that this development is within the parking, Official Plan and Urban Design Guidelines. Ms. de Cola highlighted some sample building designs and noted that this development is intended to encourage pedestrian traffic and the use of public transit. She explained to the Committee that they are intending for this development to be the gateway into Bowmanville and to complement the current downtown design. Ms. de Cola concluded by noting that the - 3 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes February 22, 2016 Canadian Pacific Railway has asked for a 30 metre setback and currently the Applicants are proposing a 20 metre setback; and they are looking at alternatives for a barrier wall. She advised the Committee that she is available to answer questions. Richard Pernicky, Nextrans Engineering, spoke on behalf of the applicant. Mr. Pernicky answered questions regarding the Transportation Study, site access, traffic signalization, height of the building, and the setback from the railway. Alan Savage, YYZed Project Management, spoke on behalf of the applicant. Mr. Savage explained to the Committee that the development is currently proposed to be condo units. He added that there is the possibility of the third building becoming a rental unit depending on what the market dictates. Mr. Savage noted these will be standard condo units with shared amenity buildings and the target market will be a mix of singles, couples, and families. He added that there has not been any discussion on affordable housing and advised this could be addressed if needed. Mr. Savage continued by addressing the safety of the site and noted that the developers will comply with all safety regulations. He addressed the setback from the railway and explained that 20 metres is very common and added that the railway considers safety, noise and vibration. Mr. Savage stated that there will be a warning clause in the purchase agreement with respect to the railway. He concluded by addressing the impact of the construction noise, dust, safety and explained that the by-laws and Ministry of Labour`s guidelines will be adhered to. Mr. Savage advised the Committee that he is available to answer any questions. 8 Delegations There are no Delegations scheduled for this meeting. 9 Communications - Receive for Information There were no Communications to be received for information. 10 Communications – Direction There were no Communications to be received for direction. 11 Planning Services Department Reports 11.1 PSD-016-16 An Application by Dr. Linda Carter to Permit Commercial Uses, Including a Veterinary Clinic Resolution #PD-035-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper That Report PSD-016-16 be received; - 4 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes February 22, 2016 That the applications to amend the Clarington Official Plan and Zoning By-law 84-63, submitted by Dr. Linda Carter to permit commercial uses, including a veterinary clinic, continue to be processed and that a subsequent report be prepared; and That any delegations and all interested parties be notified of Council decision. Carried 11.2 PSD-017-16 A Rezoning Application by 1891211 Ontario Limited to Permit Three Six-Storey Apartment Buildings Containing 414 Dwelling Units Resolution #PD-036-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Cooke That Report PSD-017-16 be received; That the proposed application to amend Zoning By-law 84-63 submitted by 1891211 Ontario Limited continue to be processed including the preparation of a subsequent report; That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-017-16 and Council’s decision; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-017-16 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Carried 11.3 PSD-018-16 Applications by Lanarose Properties Ltd. (The Kaitlin Group) to Permit 4 Single Detached Dwellings and 1 Block for 5 Townhouses in Bowmanville Resolution #PD-037-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper That Report PSD-018-16 be received; That the application for Draft Plan of Subdivision S-C 2015-0003 submitted by Lanarose Properties Ltd. be supported, subject to conditions as contained in Attachment 2 of Report PSD-018-16; That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by Lanarose Properties Ltd. be approved as contained in Attachment 3 of Report PSD-018-16; That once all Conditions of Draft Approval and requirements of the Official Plan with respect to the removal of the (H) Holding Symbol are satisfied, the By-law authorizing the removal of the (H) Holding Symbol be approved; - 5 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes February 22, 2016 That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-018-16 and Council’s decision; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-018-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 11.4 PSD-020-16 Renaming Port Darlington Road to Port Darlington Boulevard, Nautical Street Names in the Port Darlington Neighbourhood, and Revised Street Addresses for a Number of Properties Resolution #PD-038-16 Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Partner That Report PSD-020-16 be received; That staff be authorized to take all appropriate steps for the renaming of the existing portions of Port Darlington Road to Port Darlington Boulevard, as shown in Figure 1 of Report PSD-020-16; That staff be authorized to take all appropriate steps to re-address the properties noted in Section 2.3 of Report PSD-020-16; That property owners and tenants receive a goodwill payment recognizing the inconvenience and time associated with the street name or address change as identified in Section 2.1 of Report PSD-020-16; That Planning Services Staff be authorized to assign Nautical Theme Names for the Draft Approved Plans of Subdivision in the Port Darlington Neighbourhood (S-C-2002-002 & S-C-2013-0002); and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-020-16 and delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Carried 12 New Business – Consideration There were no New Business Items to be considered under this section of the Agenda. 13 Unfinished Business There were no Unfinished Business Items to be considered under this section of the Agenda. - 6 - PlClaringtonanning and Development Committee Minutes February 22, 2016 14 Confidential Reports 14.1 PSD-019-16 Donation of Lands - Rear Portion of 2365 and 2385 Energy Drive Closed Session Resolution #PD-039-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board. Carried Rise and Report The meeting resumed in open session at 9:18 PM with Councillor Woo in the Chair. Councillor Woo advised that one item was discussed in "closed" session in accordance with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 and no resolutions were passed. Resolution #PD-040-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report PSD-019-16 be approved. Carried 15 Adjournment Resolution #PD-041-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill That the meeting adjourn at 9:19 PM. a / Carried Chair Deputy Clerk I - 7 - i i