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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-03-14 Planning and Development Committee Minutes March 14, 2016 Minutes of a meeting of the Planning and Development Committee held on Monday, March 14, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Present Were: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor S. Cooke, Councillor R. Hooper, Councillor J. Neal, Councillor W. Partner, Councillor W. Woo Regrets: Councillor C. Traill Staff Present: D. Crome, J. Gallagher, M. Chambers, L. Benson, C. Pellarin 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-042-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal That the Agenda for the Planning and Development Committee meeting of March 14, 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-043-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning and Development Committee, held on February 22, 2016, be approved. Carried - 1 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes March 14, 2016 7 Public Meetings 7.1 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Applicant: Tien Tao Shen Xiu Temple Report: PSD-021-16 Robert Russell, Planner II, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. Stephen Selby, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Selby advised the Committee that he is a farmer and operates a grain and oil seed production. He continued by explaining that, due to his expanding business, he has purchased the land surrounding the subject property in 2010. Mr. Selby added that this involved consolidating two parcels of land. He continued by explaining that a condition of the consolidation of land involved giving up their building rights in order to satisfy the Region’s conditions. Mr. Selby explained the reasoning for this was to keep the property agricultural. He added that the current zoning does not support the local use and is not consistent with the Region of Durham Planning Department’s policies and for this reason he does not support this application. Mr. Selby noted that the history of the property is explained in the report and that the zoning was changed to permit a school to support the need at that time. He added that the building was most recently used as a post- secondary education centre with a residence and these are all non-conforming uses. Mr. Selby stated that he had been trying to purchase this property and would have changed to back to agricultural use if he had been successful. He continued by stating that the selling price of the land was based on a commercial use and he feels that the price he offered should have bought the land. Mr. Selby added that the rezoning of this land needs to be carefully considered due to its uniqueness in addition to the fact that Lockhart Road is narrow, there are no sidewalks, no public transit, and he is concerned with the increased use of a rural road. He explained to the Committee that Section 8.2 of the Report is referring to him and does not accurately reflect his concerns. Mr. Selby added that Section 10.2 of the Report is misleading and noted that, during the noted time, there have been two commercial businesses and several full time residents in the building. Suspend the Rules Resolution #PD-044-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow the delegation of Stephen Selby to be extended for an additional two minutes. Carried - 2 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes March 14, 2016 Mr. Selby concluded by asking the Committee to consider the needs of the surrounding area and not the intended uses. Wayne Halyn, local resident, spoke to the application. Mr. Halyn advised the Committee that he attended and graduated from the Technical College that previously had operated out of the subject property. He added that he had been hired to maintain the building after graduating and has resided there since 2011. Mr. Halyn provided background information regarding his relationship with the former owner of the subject property and noted that he will be moving out of the building in June. He continued by advising the Committee that the current owners have made several improvements to the subject property and have significantly cleaned up the interior of the building. Mr. Halyn added that there was a recent celebration at the subject property where members were brought in by bus and the event was very respectful of the local residents. He concluded by stating that he feels the Temple will not be not be detrimental to the area and that the owners have made several improvements to the existing building. Patti Choloniuk, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Ms. Choloniuk advised the Committee of her concerns including increased traffic and noise. She asked how many services there will be per week and the approximate numbers of people that would attend. Ms. Choloniuk concluded by asking why a commercial building can be located so close to an agricultural property. Ron Lalley, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. Mr. Lalley noted he shares the same concerns as the previous speaker. He concluded that his main concern is with the increased traffic, the unauthorized use of his driveway as a turnaround, and that the building will have adequate parking. Kenny Leung, applicant, spoke to the application. Mr. Leung explained to the Committee that he is a director of the Committee for the Tien Tao Sheng Xiu Temple. Mr. Leung advised the Committee that the buses were to transport the financial supporters of the project to the Temple. He added that the members were bussed in to avoid traffic and parking issues. Mr. Leung advised the Committee that the members will typically worship or host events two or three Sundays per month. He added that they may host outdoor events on the property once or twice per year. Mr. Leung explained that they have not completed any renovations inside the building and have only removed garbage, painted, and completed small cosmetic improvements. He noted that the volunteers from their community will be performing building maintenance on the weekends. Mr. Leung concluded by explaining to the Committee that their worship mainly consists of seminars and discussions with respect to their beliefs and customs. Janet Liang, applicant, spoke to the application. Mr. Liang advised the Committee that she is the Secretary for the Tien Tao Sheng Xiu Temple. Ms. Liang explained to the Committee why they choose to purchase a property in Clarington and answered questions. - 3 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes March 14, 2016 7.2 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment & Draft Plan of Subdivision Applicant: Averton Homes (Bowmanville Inc. Report: PSD-022-16 Cynthia Strike, Principal Planner, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. Mike Pettigrew, Planning Consultant, Biglieri Group, spoke on behalf of the applicant. Mr. Pettigrew noted that, in the staff report, the applicant is being referred to as Averton Group and that this should be Averton Homes (Bowmanville Inc.). He added that a small portion of land on the north east side was purchased and will be future homes. Mr. Pettigrew concluded by advising that they support the recommendations in the Report and he is available to answer any questions from the Committee. Recess Resolution #PD-045-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Neal That the Committee recess for five minutes. Carried The meeting reconvened at 8:50 PM with Councillor Woo in the Chair. 8 Delegations 8.1 Delegation of Dr. Linda Carter Regarding Report PSD-023-16, An Application by Dr. Linda Carter to Permit Commercial Uses, Including a Veterinary Clinic Dr. Linda Carter and James Phillips were present regarding Report PSD-023-16, an application by Dr. Linda Carter to permit commercial uses, including a veterinary clinic. Dr. Carter advised the Committee that they support the recommendations in the staff Report. She concluded by advising the Committee they are available to answer questions. 8.2 Delegation of James Phillips Regarding Report PSD-023-16, An Application by Dr. Linda Carter to Permit Commercial Uses, Including a Veterinary Clinic James Phillips addressed the Committee during the previous delegation, please see Section 8.1 of the Agenda. - 4 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes March 14, 2016 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 Presentations 11.1 Amy Burke, Senior Planner – Special Projects, Municipality of Clarington, Regarding Report PSD-024-16, Priority Green Clarington - Green Demonstration Project Outcomes Amy Burke, Senior Planner – Special Projects, Municipality of Clarington, was present regarding Report PSD-024-16, Priority Green Clarington – Green Demonstration Project Outcomes. She made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Ms. Burke provided an overview Priority Green Clarington Project and reviewed the following:  The Project Vision  The Challenge  Potential Benefits  The Approach  Green Practices  The Results for the following: Water o Energy o Cost o Other o  Collaboration  Additional Project Outcomes  Application  Reviewed Project Supporters Ms. Burke concluded by advising that she is available to answer any questions from the Committee. - 5 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes March 14, 2016 12 Planning Services Department Reports 12.1 PSD-021-16 An Application by Tien Tao Sheng Xiu Temple to Rezone a Former Public Elementary School Property to a Place of Worship Resolution #PD-046-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Neal That Report PSD-021-16 be received; That the application for rezoning ZBA 2016-0001, submitted by Tien Tao Sheng Xiu Temple continue to be processed and that the concerns of the delegations be addressed in an addendum report to the Council meeting of March 21, 2016; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-021-16 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Carried 12.2 PSD-022-16 Applications by Averton Homes (Bowmanville Inc.) to Develop 207 Residential Units in Apple Blossom Neighbourhood, Bowmanville Resolution #PD-047-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper That Report PSD-022-16 be received; That the application for an amendment to a Draft Approved Plan of Subdivision and amendment to Zoning By-law 84-63, submitted by Averton Homes (Bowmanville Inc.) to permit a total of 57 residential units on the north side of Elephant Hill Drive continue to be processed and that a subsequent report be prepared; That the application for amendment to Draft Approved Plan of Subdivision submitted by Averton Homes (Bowmanville Inc.) for 150 residential units on the south side of Elephant Hill Drive be supported subject to conditions as contained in Attachment 2 of Report PSD-022-16; That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by Averton Homes (Bowmanville Inc.) be approved as contained in Attachment 3 of Report PSD-022-16; That once all conditions contained in Zoning By-law 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; That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-022-16 and Council’s decision; and - 6 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes March 14, 2016 That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-022-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 12.3 PSD-023-16 An Application by Dr. Linda Carter to Permit Commercial Uses, Including a Veterinary Clinic Resolution #PD-048-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal That Report PSD-023-16 be received; That Amendment 106 to the Clarington Official Plan be approved in response to an application submitted by Dr. Linda Carter, to permit commercial uses within an existing building, as contained in Attachment 1 to Report PSD-023-16; That the Zoning By-law Amendment be approved in response to an application, submitted by Dr. Linda Carter, to permit commercial uses within an existing building, as contained in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-023-16; That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-023-16 and Council’s decision; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-023-16 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Carried 12.4 PSD-024-16 Priority Green Clarington Green Demonstration Project Outcomes Resolution #PD-049-16 Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Partner That Report PSD-024-16 be received; That Council thank Brookfield Residential, Halminen Homes and Jeffery Homes, and the six participating families for their participation and partnership throughout the Green Demonstration Project; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-024-16 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Carried - 7 - PlClaringtonanning and Development Committee Minutes March 14, 2016 12.5 PSD-025-16 Request by Kirk Kemp to Use "Douglas Kemp" and "Sandy Rutherford" as Street Names in the Northglen East Subdivision Resolution #PD-050-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Partner That Report PSD-025-16 be received; That Resolution PD-074-15 be rescinded; That Communication Item 1-10 from Kirk Kemp on the December 9, 2015 Planning and Development Committee agenda be received; and That the name Douglas Kemp be added to the Reserved Street Names to be used in plan of subdivision S-C-2007-0005. Carried 13 New Business — Consideration There were no New Business Item to be considered under this Section of the Agenda. 14 Unfinished Business There were no items considered under this section of the Agenda. 15 Confidential Reports There were no Confidential Reports scheduled under this Section of the Agenda. 16 Adjournment Resolution #PD-051-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Neal That the meeting adjourn at 10:02 PM. Carried Chair Deputy Clerk - 8 -