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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/16/2016Planning and Development Committee Agenda Date: May 16, 2016 Time: 7:00 PM Place: Council Chambers, 2nd Floor Municipal Administrative Centre 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario Inquiries & Accommodations: For inquiries about this agenda, or to make arrangements for accessibility accommodations for persons attending, please contact: Michelle Chambers, Committee Coordinator, at 905-623-3379, ext. 2106 or by email at mchambers(a)-clarington.net. Alternate Format: If this information is required in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Coordinator, at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131. Audio Record: The Municipality of Clarington makes an audio record of Planning and Development Committee meetings. If you make a delegation or presentation at a Planning and Development Committee meeting, the Municipality will be audio recording you and will make the recording public by publishing the recording on the Municipality's website. 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Copies of Reports are available at www.clarington.net ClariU0011 Planning and Development Committee Agenda Date: May 16, 2016 Time: 7:00 PM Place: Council Chambers 1 Call to Order 2 New Business — Introduction 3 Adopt the Agenda 4 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest 5 Announcements 6 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting 6.1 Minutes of a Regular Meeting of April 25, 2016 6-1 7 Public Meetings 7.1 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment 7-1 Applicant: 988925 Ontario (Otto Provenzano) Report PSD -035-16 8 Delegations 8.1 Dan Kahraman, Regarding Report PSD -038-16, Regarding Municipally -Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice 9 Communications - Receive for Information There are no Communications to be received for information. 10 Communications —Direction 10.1 Tara Stephens, Acting City Clerk, City of Welland —Registration, Licensing 10-1 and Setting of Provincial Standards for Private Supportive Living Accommodations (Motion for Direction) 11 Presentations No Presentations M___ If ClarjU0011 Planning and Development Committee Agenda Date: May 16, 2016 Time: 7:00 PM Place: Council Chambers 12 Planning Services Department Reports 12.1 PSD -035-16 An Application by 988925 Ontario Inc. to Permit Two, 12-1 Five -Storey Mixed Use Buildings in Courtice Town Centre 12.2 PSD -036-16 Draft Zoning By-law for the Courtice Main Street 12-17 Secondary Plan Area — East of Farewell Creek 12.3 PSD -037-16 An Application by Veltri and Son Limited to Permit the 12-21 Creation of One Single Detached Dwelling lot on Borland Court, Bowmanville 12.4 PSD -038-16 Municipally -Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for 12-29 Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice 12.5 PSD -039-16 Upcoming Release of Draft Official Plan Amendment for 12-39 the Comprehensive Official Plan Review 12.6 PSD -040-16 Co-ordinated Provincial Review of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe; Greenbelt Plan, Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan Summary of Proposed Changes [To be distributed under separate cover] 13 New Business — Consideration 14 Unfinished Business None 15 Confidential Reports No Reports 16 Adjournment Planning and Development Committee Clarington -Minutes April 25, 2016 Minutes of a meeting of the Planning and Development Committee held on Monday, April 25, 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, T. Cannella 1 Call to Order Councillor Woo called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2 New.Business — Introduction Councillor Neal added a new business item, regarding an Interim Control By-law for Westmore Street Area, be added to the New Business — Consideration section of the Agenda. 3 Adopt the Agenda Resolution #PD -057-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal That the Agenda for the Planning and Development Committee meeting of April 25, 2016 be adopted with the addition of a New Business item regarding an Interim Control By-law for Westmore Street Area. Carried 4 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated at this meeting. 5 Announcements Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of community interest. . -1- 6-1 Planning and Development Committee Claringt6aMinutes April 25, 2016 6 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting Resolution #PD -058-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Cooke That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning and Development Committee, held on April 4, 2016, be approved. Carried 7 Public Meetings 7.1 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Applicant: City Homes Report: PSD -028-16 Amanda Watson, Planner I, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. No one spoke in opposition to the application Jamie Maclnnis, City Homes, applicant, spoke to the application. Mr. Maclnnis explained to the.Committee that this application was originally submitted in 1989. He noted that the original application was for 33 residential lots. Mr. Maclnnis added that a new application was submitted for 26 proposed lots and, after the hydrogeological study was completed, the lots were reduced to 24. He concluded by adding that they wish to stay consistent with the plan and that he was available to answer and questions from the Committee. 7.2 Application for a Proposed Zoning By -taw Amendment Applicant: Municipality of Clarington Report: PSD -029-16 Mitch Morawetz, Planner I, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. No one spoke in opposition to the application. No one spoke in support of the application. -2- -Planning and Development• _.'t` Minutem April 25, 201C 8 Delegations 8.1 Jennifer Savini, Templeman Menninga LLP, on behalf of the Municipality of Port Hope, Regarding Report PSD -033-16, Extension to Draft Approval for 19 Estate Residential Lots Jennifer Savini, Templeman Menninga LLP, was present regarding Report PSD -033-16, Extension to Draft Approval for 19 Estate Residential Lots. Ms. Savini explained to the Committee that she is the Solicitor for the Municipality of Port Hope. Ms. Savini advised the Committee that Port Hope does not support the request for the extension of the draft approval. She continued by explaining that this approval was originally granted in 1992 and noted that planning considerations have changed significantly since then. Ms. Savini stated that,. if this application was submitted today, it would not be an adequate location andsit would not have be approved. She continued by explaining that they are concerned that this area could be a future highway interchange, does not conform to current policies and could impact future employment areas for Port Hope. Ms. Savini added that the studies that have been conducted for this area are inadequate and out of date. She noted that the design standards have changed and if 'the application was submitted today that it would not be approved. Ms. Savini stated that.this is the third extension and that this proposed development would not be permitted under current policies and reiterated that this extension should not be approved. She asked that, if the extension is approved, all the requirements of the Municipality of Port Hope must be met as per condition 29 of the draft approval. Ms. Savini added that they have submitted ten requirements to the Municipality of Clarington. She concluded by offering to answer any questions from the Committee. 8.2 Cathy Clarke, Regarding Report PSD -033-16; Extension to Draft Approval for 19 Estate Residential Lots Cathy Clarke was present regarding Report PSD -033-16, Extension to Draft Approval for 19 Estate Residential Lots. Ms. Clarke explained to the Committee that she is the owner of the subject property and is here representing the Clarke family. She advised the Committee that she is in support of the recommendations in the Staff Report. Ms. Clarke reviewed an updated redlined version of the approved draft plan of subdivision which she distributed as a handout. She noted that there are 19 lots and two blocks of land that will. be merged with two of the lots. Ms. Clarke explained that, when this plan was approved, the Region of Durham did not require access to Highway 2: She added that this is an older plan that was approved prior to the Greenbelt Plan and Provincial Policy Statement. Ms. Clarke advised the Committee that a hydrogeological study has been completed and was reviewed by the Region of Durham and the Ganaraska Conservation Authority. She addressed Port Hope's concern regarding the possibility of a future interchange being located near this land and she noted that she contacted the Ministry of Transportation. and currently there are no plans for an interchange in this area. Ms. Clarke added there would be other constraints if an interchange were planned, due to the existing service- station and a proposed future truck inspection station. She added that there is a large block of land that could serve as an interchange in the future if -3- 6-3 Planning and Development Committee ClaringtonMinutes April 25, 2016 needed. Ms. Clarke explained that, if land was dedicated for future employment areas, there would be adequate access to the area. She advised the Committee that there has been an updated hydrogeological study, peer review, and noise study completed. Ms. Clarke concluded by explaining the Municipality of Port Hope was contacted in both 2011 and 2014 when the extensions were approved. She added that their consultant had made several attempts to contact the Municipality of Port Hope and did not have any response. Ms. Clarke continued by adding that the Municipality of Port Hope now has submitted a list of requests. She concluded by asking the Committee to support the recommendations and for Committee's approval for the extension. Alter the Agenda Resolution #PD -059-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Partner That the Agenda be altered to consider Report PSD -033-16, Extension to Draft Approval for 19 Estate Residential Lots, at this time. Carried Suspend the Rules Resolution #PD -060-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow the delegation of Cathy Clarke to be extended for an additional two minutes. Carried Ms. Clarke added that she believes there is an error in Attachment 2 to Report PSD -033-16. She explained that the amendment should read 18 months and not one year. 12.6 PSD -033-16 Extension to Draft Approval for 19 Estate Residential Lots Resolution #PD -061-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Partner That Report PSD -033-16 be received; That the extension to Draft.Approval for 18T-89007 be supported subject to the Conditions. as contained in Attachment 2 to PSD -033-16 and that no further extensions be granted, 6-4 Planning and Development Committee Minutes laringtolu That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department, "Municipality of Port Hope and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD -033-16 and Council's decision; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -033-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 9 Communications - Receive for Information 9.2 Municipality of Dutton Dunwich — Independent Electrical System Operator Review of Request for Proposal Process for the Award of Renewable Energy Contracts 9.3 Wayne Orr, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of South Frontenac — Large Renewable Procurement Initiatives Resolution #PD -062-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner That Communication Items 9.1 to 9.4, be received for information, with the exception -of Correspondence Items 9.1 and 9.4. Carried 9.1 Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager, Township of North Frontenac — Independent Electrical System" Operator Review of Request for Proposal Process for the Award of Renewable Energy Contracts Resolution #PD -063-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper That the Communication Item 9.1 from Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager, Township of North Frontenac regarding an Independent Electrical System Operator Review of Request for Proposal Process for -the Award of Renewable Energy Contracts, be endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington. Motion Withdrawn Resolution #PD -064-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Cooke That the Communication Item 9.1 from Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager, Township of North Frontenac regarding an Independent Electrical System Operator Review of Request for Proposal Process for the Award of Renewable Energy Contracts, be received for information. Carried 96'1 6-5 Planning and Development Committee ClaringtonMinutes April 25, 2016 9.4 Wayne Orr, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of South Frontenac — No Wake Resolution Resolution #PD -065-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal That the following Township of Georgian Bay Resolution, endorsed by the Township of South Frontenac, regarding a no wake restriction, be endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington: Whereas the Office of Boating Safety,, which administers the Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations (VORRS) pursuant to the Canada Shipping Act, 2001, has advised that the issue of "No Wake" is currently addressed by limiting the speed or power of a vessel; And whereas the Office of Boating Safety has advised that "No Wake" is not a restriction found in the Canada Shipping Act, 2001, or its regulations, and therefore is not an enforceable restriction; And whereas a boat's wake can do a great deal of damage, including: • the erosion of shorelines • the swamping of nests of loons and other waterfowls • the damaging of docks and vesselsmoored at docks and at marina gas pumps • the danger to swimmers • the interference with safe navigation • the disruption of wetland habitat • the upsetting of canoes and small boats, especially in narrow channels Be it resolved that the Township of Georgian Bay requests the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, to address this dangerous and harmful situation, by implementing legislation that would provide authorities with the ability to enforce a "No Wake" restriction in Ontario's navigable waters; And that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Honourable Tony Clement, M.P., Parry Sound — Muskoka. Carried 10 Communications — Direction There were no Communications to be received for direction. M 11 Presentations No Presentations. Planning and Development Committee Minutes April 25, 2016 12 Planning Services Department Reports 12.1- PSD -028-16 An Application by City Homes to Implement Draft Approved ,Plan of Subdivision 18T-89012 to Permit the Development of 24 Residential Lots in the Hamlet of Enniskillen Resolution #PD -066-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper That Report PSD -028-16 be received; That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by City Homes be approved as contained in Attachment 1 to Report PSD -028-16; That once all conditions contained in the Official Plan and 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 -028-16 and Council's decision; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -028-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 12.2 PSD -029-16 Municipally -Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice Resolution #PD -067-16 Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Partner That Report PSD -029-16 be received; That the proposed Rezoning ZBA 2016-0005 continue to be processed including the preparation of a subsequent report; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -029-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 7- [�7 Planning and Development Committee ClaringtonMinutes April 25, 2016 12.3 PSD -030-16 Joint Application for a Durham Community Energy Plan Resolution #PD -068-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper That Report PSD -030-16 be received; That the Municipality of Clarington participate in the coordinated Community Energy Plan proposal with the Region of Durham, other Durham Region municipalities, and local utilities; That, subject to award of grant funding from the provincial Municipal Energy Plan Program, the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign a collaborative agreement with the Region of Durham, regarding the preparation of a Durham Region Community Energy Plan; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -030-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 12.4 PSD -031-16 Identifying and Recognizing Clarington's Lost Hamlets Resolution #PD -069-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper That Report PSD -031-16 be received; That the Clarington Heritage website be utilized to identify and communicate the history regarding Clarington's lost hamlets, and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -031-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 12.5 PSD -032-16 Applications by Regita Enterprise Inc./Schleiss Dev. Go. Ltd. and E. Manson Investments Ltd. for proposed Draft Plans of Subdivision Resolution #PD -070-16 Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Mayor Foster That Report PSD -032-16 be received; Me Planning and Development Committee Clarington Minutes April 25,, 2016 That the City of Oshawa be advised that the Municipality of Clarington has no objection to the Proposed Plans of Subdivision for up to 363 single detached dwellings and 257 medium density dwelling units (S-0-2014-04); and 392 single detached dwellings, 64 semi-detached dwellings, 124 townhouses, and 61 medium density dwelling units (S-0-2014-05), subject to the Conditions of Draft Approval contained in Attachment 1 to Report PSD -032-16; That the City of Oshawa, Development Services Department and the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department be forwarded a copy of Report PSD -032-16 and Council's decision; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -032-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 12.6 PSD -033-16 Extension to Draft Approval for 19 Estate Residential Lots Report PSD -033-16, Extension to Draft Approval for 19 Estate Residential Lots was considered earlier in the meeting after the Delegation portion of the Agenda. 12.7 PSD -034-16 Durham Region's Road Rationalization Study: Implications for Historic Downtowns Resolution #PD -071-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal That Report PSD -034-1,6 be received for information; Carried 13 New Business — Consideration 13.1 Interim Control By-law for Westmore Street Area Resolution #PD -072-16. Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke Be it resolved that, in consideration of recent severances on Westmore Street, staff be directed to report to Committee at the June 6, 2016 Planning and Development Committee meeting with regard to the appropriateness of Council directing a review or study be undertaken of the land use planning policies with respect to preserving the existing character in the area of Westmore Street, Jane Avenue, Glenview Road and Lynnwood Avenue and the passing an Interim Control By-law for such area. Carried MM M. Planning and Development Committee ClaringtonMinutes April 25, 2016 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 -073-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Cooke That the meeting adjourn at 9:05 PM. Carried Chair -10- Deputy Clerk j I J PUBLIC MEETING J PSD -035-16 MUNICPALITY OF CLARINGTON A N nd use change has been proposed, have your sayo The Municipality is seeking public comments before making a decision on an application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit two, 5 -storey mixed-use buildings with both residential and commercial uses. The application is to permit two, 5 -storey mixed-use buildings. Each building will contain: 9080 squame metres (10,500 square feat) of commercial floor area on the ground flooe; and 33 residential units. The Applicant has met all of the requirements of a complete. application. .1678 Durham Highway 2, Courtice The proposed amendments and additional information are available for review at the Planning Services Department. Questions` Please contact Paul Wirch, 905-623-3379, extension 2418, by email at pwirchC@clarington.net, and on our website at clarington.net/developmentproposals. Speak at the Public Meeting: Date: Monday, May 16, 2016 Time: 7:00 PM Place: 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, ON L1 C 3A6, Municipal Administrative Centre — Council Chambers Or write the Planning Services Department to the attention of Paul Wirch. 7-1 Awn C�` a's er+' rx _ v j[ __� � 21 � -Y< !: rl - j �y .. , Al d . • •ice j.. °� �y ,i °t { ?I i.• i -Ike'.: - G 1 _ 2 '' ®47 lip at Z 4 f 2 " The application is to permit two, 5 -storey mixed-use buildings. Each building will contain: 9080 squame metres (10,500 square feat) of commercial floor area on the ground flooe; and 33 residential units. The Applicant has met all of the requirements of a complete. application. .1678 Durham Highway 2, Courtice The proposed amendments and additional information are available for review at the Planning Services Department. Questions` Please contact Paul Wirch, 905-623-3379, extension 2418, by email at pwirchC@clarington.net, and on our website at clarington.net/developmentproposals. 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City Clerk 60, Epst Main Street, Welland' ON Phone: 905-736-1700 ext, 2159 Email: clerk@welland.Ga DISTRIBUTION. www,welland.ca a REVIEWED By Original To: Q IFNI 13 Council Direction 'GG Direction "V.PD Direction 1_313 3X4 Region of Niagpr-;w 2201 St. Davidps Road P.O-, Box 10.4.2 Thorold, ON L2.V 4T7 Attention-: -Ralph W.a.1ton, Regional Clerk Dear Mr. VValton: 0 Council Information 0 GO Information El PI) Information Copy To: Fife: Pilo. 16-70 El Mayor a Members of 0 Ward Councillors Council • CAD QCIerks 13 Communications • Community ClCorporate 13 Emergency Services Services SeNlces UEngineering C1 Snance 13 Legal Services Services 13 Operations OPlanning Services E) Other., Municipal Clerk's File At its. meeting.. of -April 19, 201-6:1 Welland City CoUncil passed tha follo'wing rhotl6n­ "THAT THE GOUN�11_ :017- THE CITY OF VVELLAND supports the development. of Provincial Legislation requiring the registration, ffrPen.sing. and setting... Provincial* Standards, for- Private Supportive Living Accommodations, where tbe.opordtor.peovides *a ce6rhmbdatibris; and where the operator provides or arranges for services that relate- tothe health., safety and security of the residents; and further* THAT Welland City Council requests the support of the Region. and- our local. MP, and MPP and that a copy of- this xedodimendation be forweird6.61 -to all Ontario'Munfcipalities and their local MPP's, AMO and FGM for support." Yours truly,, Tara Stephens Atting Gitj Clerk TS1cp. C C., -.Van6e Bad8wey, M.P. Cindy. Forster, M.P.P Municipalities- -Ass.o-clatlibn of Municipalifies of Ontario Fedoratioffof Canadian Municipalities 10-1 Planning Services Public Meeting Report If this information is required in an alternate accessible format, please contact the Municipal Clerk at 905-623-3379 ext. 2102 Report To: Planning and Development Committee Date of Meeting: May 16, 2016 Report Number: PSD -035-16 Resolution Number: File Number: ZBA 2016-0004 By-law Number: Report Subject: An Application by 988925 Ontario Inc. To Permit Two, Five -Storey Mixed -Use Buildings in Courtice Town Centre Recommendations: That Report PSD -035-16 be received; 2. That the applications to amend Zoning By-law 84-63, submitted by 988925 Ontario Inc. to permit two, five -storey, mixed-use buildings, continue to be processed and that a subsequent report be prepared; and 3. That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -035-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. 12-1 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 Report Overview Page 2 The Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan (Secondary Plan) designates the Applicant's property as "Town Centre Commercial" which is intended to be developed as the focal point of culture and civic gathering as well as a mixed use area combining residential, office and retail development. This application to amend the Zoning By-law will implement the vision for the Courtice Town Centre by permitting the construction of two, mixed-use buildings. Each building is proposed to be five stories in height and contain: 965 to 1,000 square metres of commercial floor space on the ground floor; and • 33 residential apartments on the top floors. The purpose of this report is to receive public comments. 1. Application Details 1.1. Owner/ Applicant: 1.2. Agent: 1.3. Proposal: 1.4. Area:. 1.5. Location: 1.6. Roll Number: 988925 Ontario Inc. Valerie Cranmer & Associates To permit the development of two, five -storey, mixed-use buildings with underground parking. Each building will contain: • 965 to 1,000 square metres of commercial floor space on the ground floor; and • 33 residential apartments on the top floors. 1.27 hectares 1678 Durham Highway 2, Courtice 1817-010-050-23500 1.7. Within the Provincial Built Boundary: Yes 12-2 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 Page 3 Figure 1: The proposed site plan Durham Highway 2 2. Background 2.1 The subject property is located in Courtice on the north side of Durham Highway 2, east of Trulls Road.. The topography of the property is generally flat with the exception of the north end of the site which includes a steep bank that drops down to the Black Creek. The property currently contains a single detached dwelling. 2.2 The surrounding uses are as follows: North - The Black Creek South - Highway 2, vacant mixed-use site and single detached dwellings East - Residential (single detached dwelling) West - Place of worship 2.3 The subject property has been identified by the Municipality as potentially having cultural heritage value. It is identified as Merit on the municipal heritage inventory list. 12-3 Municipality of Clarington Reaort PSD -035-16 Figure 2: The subject site . Page 4 3. Provincial Policy 3.1 Provincial Policv Statement The Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) promotes efficient land use and development patterns with the intent of creating sustainable communities that are home to people of all ages. Development is directed to occur within existing settlement areas and to proceed in a manner which minimizes land consumption and servicing costs. In order to achieve this objective, opportunities for intensification (redevelopment ata higher density than previously existed) will be promoted. Should this development proceed, it will contribute towards the Municipality's intensification targets. The PPS further requires the maintenance and restoration of natural features to ensure the protection of long-term ecological function and biodiversity. Development and site alteration shall not be permitted on adjacent lands. to natural heritage features unless the ecological function of the adjacent lands has been evaluated and it has been demonstrated that there will be no negative impacts on the natural features or on their ecological functions. 12-4 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 3.2 Provincial Growth Plan The policies of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (Growth Plan) promote the creation of compact, complete communities that are transit -supportive and pedestrian -friendly. Part of the intent of the'Growth Plan is to manage growth in a manner that will optimize existing. infrastructure and support a strong economy. The first priority of growth shall be to seek to intensify new development within existing built-up areas. The subject property is located within the Provincially -defined "Built Boundary" for the Courtice Urban Area. The Growth Plan requires that population and employment growth be directed to built-up areas of the community to optimize existing land supply and better utilize existing municipal services. 4e Official Plans 4.1 Durham Regional Official Plan The Durham Region Official Plan (Regional Plan) designates the subject property as "Regional Centre" and is located on a Type "B" Arterial Road which is also a "Transit Spine". Regional Centres shall operate as the main concentrations of urban activities, providing an array of land uses including commercial and residential. The purpose of Regional Centres is to operate as the physical and symbolic centre of the community. The diverse function and high-quality design of Regional Centres should provide a primary part of the community's identity. The policies of the Regional Plan require that development in Regional Centres should support an overall, long-term density of 75 residential units per gross hectare and a floor space index (FSI) of 2.5. For development applications which are located abutting a Regional arterial road, the Region of Durham requires that lands be dedicated for road widenings in accordance with the Regional Plan. A road widening of 4.5 metres will be required to be provided in conjunction with the Site Plan approval for this project. The Applicant has already identified and incorporated the road widening into the development proposal. The proposed development generally conforms to the intent of the Regional Plan. 4.2 Clarington Official Plan The Clarington Official Plan designates the subject property as "Town Centre" -(shown in red in Figure 3 below). The Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan sets the vision and policies for the development of the Courtice Town Centre. M 12-5 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 Figure 3: The Subject Site within the Courtice Town Centre o � � N Subject Site J H w pURNA w M LQ w I J in Q' SANDRINGHAM DR Note: Courtice Town Centre show in red 4.3 Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan The subject property is further designated "Town Centre Commercial" within the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan (Secondary Plan). It is envisioned that the town centre will be the focal point in Courtice for cultural and civic gatherings as well as a mixed use area combining residential, office and retail development. The overall purpose of the Secondary Plan is to create a dense, mixed-use, transit supportive and pedestrian friendly environment that is achieved while preserving�the natural heritage features in the area. This proposal will result in transit -supportive density within two mixed-use buildings that are setback from the Black Creek on the north side of the property. The proposed commercial uses (retail, service and office uses) as well as the proposed residential uses are all permitted within the "Town Centre Commercial" designation. 12-6 C Municipality of Clarington Resort PSD -035-16 The Secondary Plan includes Urban Design Guidelines which are intended to: • Create compatible and attractive built form that balances longterm planning goals for intensification; and • Encourage built form that reinforces the street edge and creates an attractive image along Durham Highway 2. To achieve these objectives, buildings shall be located at or near the street edge with entrances oriented to Durham Highway 2. Building design should emphasize architectural elements that promote pedestrian interest and comfort, reinforce the relationship to the street, and create a visually interesting street facade. Further discussion on the urban design of the proposed development are contained in Section 11 of report PSD -035-16. 4.4 Cultural Heritage Value The Official Plan contains policies designed to protect and preserve cultural heritage resources within the Municipality. The house on the property has been identified by the Clarington Heritage Committee as a property of potential cultural heritage value. As such, it is currently listed as a merit property on the municipal inventory. Further discussion of the cultural heritage value of this property is contained in Section 10.5 of Report PSD -035-16. 5. Zoning By-law 5.1 The subject property is currently zoned "Urban .Residential Type One (R1)" and "Environmental Protection (EP)" in Zoning By-law 84-63. 5.2 The Applicant is requesting permission to construct two buildings on this property that would be occupied by a combination of residential and commercial uses in a manner that conforms with the land use policies of the Secondary Plan. 5.3 In addition to listing permitted land uses, the Zoning By-law also provides a variety of regulations for the size of properties, placement and size of buildings as well as the amount of parking that must be provided. A review of the proposed uses and regulations will be included as part of a future recommendation report. 12-7 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 Page 8 6. Summary of Background Studies 6.1 Site Screening Questionnaire The Site Screening Questionnaire (SSQ) is required by the Region to determine whether or not a site has ever been and continues to be contaminated. The conclusion of the SSQ is that there is no apparent evidence to support that this property has been subjected to environmental contamination in the past. Therefore, no further on-site investigation for environmental contamination is required. 6.2 Environmental Impact Study The Environmental Impact Study (EIS) recommends that a 30 metres setback from the Black Creek be provided to protect the features and functions of this system. It has also made a number of recommendations regarding plantings, construction activities and final site design details such as lighting, that should be incorporated through the site plan process. However, the EIS will need to be updated to reflect the most recent version of the proposed site plan. 6.3 Geotechnical Investigation Report A preliminary Geotechnical Investigation Report (Geotechnical Report), and three addendum reports, have been prepared for the following reasons: To define the subsurface soil and groundwater conditions; and To develop preliminary geotechnical recommendations for earth work construction, servicing installation, and foundation and pavement design. The reports have made many recommendations regarding design and construction which will need to be updated as part of the site plan process. However, the reports provide. sufficient details to conclude that development can take place on this site. The erosion hazard associated with Black Creek, was to be included .in the geotechnical reports described above. Unfortunately this component remains outstanding and is necessary to determine the developable limits of the site. 6.4 Hydrogeological Assessment Report A Hydrogeological Assessment Report (Hydrogeological Report), and an addendum report, have been prepared: to define the prevailing hydrogeological conditions; • evaluate any anticipated impacts on the existing and adjacent groundwater resources. 12-8 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 e9 Although neither report has assessed the most recent version of the proposed site plan, there are sufficient details in the reports to conclude that development can take place on the subject site with appropriate mitigation techniques incorporated. The exact nature of the mitigation techniques will be determined once the most recent version of the proposed site plan has been reviewed. Through the site plan process, a further addendum to the Hydrogeological Report will be required to assess the finalized proposal and to match the mitigation measures to the development proposal. 6.5 Archaeological Assessment A Stage 1 and Stage 2 Archaeological Assessment were conducted on the subject property in support of the requested zoning by-law amendments. The Archaeological Assessment concluded that this property is clear of any archaeological concern. 6.6 Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report The Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report (FSSM Report) states that the installation of a private storm sewer system is required. The private system will be designed to control stormwater to the 100 -year, pre -development flow levels. The installation of an oil/grit separator is required to provide an enhanced level of water quality protection. Water and sanitary sewer lines will need to be extended to service this site. The cost for the extension of the water and sewer lines will be paid for by the Applicant. 6.7 Environmental Noise Assessment According to the Environmental Noise Assessment (Noise Study) road noise level is expected to exceed the Ministry of the Environment noise criteria for a number of the commercial and residential units. The Noise Study recommends that mitigation measures, such as mandatory air conditioning, be incorporated into the design to address these concerns. The details of the mechanical units have not finalized at this time. Once this information is available, further investigation is recommended to ensure the sound levels within the proposed commercial and residential units meet the Ministry of the Environment sound level limits. 6.8 Traffic Impact Study The conclusion of the Traffic Impact Study (TIS) was that traffic along Durham Highway 2 and nearby intersections. is expected to operate within acceptable levels of service. Any driveways from this property to Durham Highway 2 will be required to align with the future Richard Gay Avenue to the south. The proposed Site Plan shows that the eastern driveway does not align with the future Richard Gay Avenue, The TIS does not address 12-9 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 Page 10 why the driveway and Richard Gay Avenue do not align. If it cannot be demonstrated that the eastern access can align with the location of the future Richard Gay Avenue then the development will only be permitted to proceed with a driveway from either the centre or the west side of the property. In addition, the TIS made no mention of transit or active transportation which are required by the Region of Durham's Traffic Impact Study Guidelines. 6.9 Urban Design Report The Urban Design Report provides a summary of the ways that the proposed building location and the site layout address the urban design requirements of the Secondary Plan and the accompanying Urban Design Guidelines. However, the Urban Design Report is unable to provide a full analysis of this development since the building elevations and landscape plans have not.yet been prepared. Therefore, the Urban Design Report is incomplete at this time. 6.10 Planning Justification Report The Planning Justification Report (Planning Report) summarizes the findings of each of the submitted studies and offers an analysis of the proposal in relation to Provincial, Regional and local regulations and policies. The conclusion of the Planning Report is that this proposal will conform with Provincial and Regional policies by: • Utilizing the buildable area of the site while protecting the environmentally sensitive lands on and, abutting the property; • Utilizing existing municipal services in the vicinity • Creating a transit -supportive use along a Regional transit spine; • Increasing the variety of housing supply; and • Contributing to intensification by providing a higher density of use than exists on the property today. The Planning Report goes on to say that this proposal will conform with the Clarington Official Plan and Secondary Plan by: • Proposing buildings which are compatible with the surrounding neighbourhood; • Providing higher densities and a mix of uses to reinforce the Town Centre; and • Offering a building and site design that is street -front orientated, pedestrian -scale thereby contributing to an active and interesting streetscape. 12-10 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 Page 11 Overall the Planning Report concludes that the proposed development will assist in implementing the policies of the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan, will begin the development of the Courtice Town Centre and represents good planning. Once updates have been made to the reports submitted with this application the Planning Report can be updated to reflect the revised conclusions. 7. Public Notice and Submissions 7.1 'Public notice was given by mail to each landowner within 120 metres of the subject property and a "Notice of Public Meeting" sign was installed on the property. The public notice was also posted on the Municipal website and in the Planning Services electronic newsletter. 7.2 As of the writing of this report, Staff had received five inquiries from members of the public about this project. 7.3 Two of the inquiries requested further details about the application but expressed no concerns. Three of the inquiries requested more information about how this site would be serviced by sanitary sewers. There was concern that the neighbours might be obligated -to share in the cost for the extending the sanitary sewers into the area. While municipal water is available to all residents in this area some property owners maintain private wells for secondary water needs. A question was asked about whether the proposed construction works would impact these existing wells.. 8. Agency Comments 8.1 Regional Municipality of Durham As noted in Section 4.1 of report PSD -035-16, the Regional Plan requires a long-term density of 75 residential units per gross hectare and a floor space index (FSI) of 2.5. within Regional Corridors. Based on the submitted proposal, the Region Municipality of Durham (Region) estimates that this application appears to meet the minimum density requirement but not the FSI. The proposal generally conforms to the intent of the Regional Plan. A road widening along Durham Highway 2 will be required to be dedicated to the Region. A 4.5 metre block along the property frontage has already been identified on the Site Plan drawing and is presumably intended for this purpose. Extensions to the water and sanitary sewer services in the area will be required to service the development proposed for this property. The cost for extending these services will be borne by the Applicant. The alignment of the eastern -most driveway access does not appear to align with the location of the future Richard Gay Avenue on the south side of Durham Highway 2. If a successful alignment cannot be made at the east end of the property then an alternative 12-11 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 Page 12 driveway access location, in the centre of the site or on the west side of the site, will be considered by the Region. 8.2 Central Lake Ontario Conservation As of the writing of this report, full comments were still outstanding from Central Lake Ontario Conservation (CLOCA). Preliminary comments that have been received state that there are some fundamental issues with respect to delineating the development envelope that need to be addressed. CLOCA is not in a position to support the development as proposed based on the materials that have been submitted to date. 9. Departmental Comments 9.1 Engineering Services The Engineering Services Department offers the following comments. Grading, Drainage and Stormwater Management The applicant has submitted a Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report (FSSM Report) in support of this application. The report is currently under review, but lacks significant detail for a full review. Further discussion will be required regarding the location of the stormwater outlet. The report must be revised subject to the comments provided by Engineering Services, Durham Region and CLOCA. Servicing A servicing plan has been submitted as part of the FSSM Report which is currently under review. The water and sanitary sewer must be extended to facilitate this development and the plan will be subject to the approval of the Region of Durham. Environmental Impact Study The applicant has submitted an Environmental Impact Study (EIS) in support of this application. The EIS, among other things, defines the limits of development. The Site Plan cannot be finalized until the EIS has been approved and the limits of development have been established. The EIS shall identify any locations of Black Creek that are exhibiting or may have erosion concerns. The EIS shall also recommend remedial works for the erosion areas adjacent to and within the proposed site. Traffic A Traffic Impact Study (TIS) has been submitted in support of this application. The report analyzes the impact on intersections near and entrances into the proposed development all of which are under the jurisdiction of the Region of Durham. Further discussion will be required with respect to the location of the east entrance. The study will be subject to the approval of the Region. 12-12 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 Page 13 Underground Ramps The proposed grade on the underground ramps is unacceptably steep. A revised design for these ramps will be required. 9.2 Emergency and Fire Services The Emergency and Fire Services Department has no concerns with the Zoning By-law Amendment. Additional comments will be provided through the review of the Site Plan application. 9.3 Finance Department The Finance Department confirms that the property taxes for this site have been paid up- to-date. 10. DISCUSSion 10.1 Land Use Properties within the Town Centre are permitted the widest range of land uses throughout the Secondary Plan. The general land uses proposed by this application are permitted by both the Town Centre designation of the Official Plan and the Town Centre Commercial designation of the Secondary Plan: Retail, service and office uses; and High-density residential uses (apartments). Based on the stated conclusions of the EIS the 1.27 hectare property has a net developable area of 0.89 hectares. With a total of 66 residential units proposed for this development this project will result in a density of 74 units per hectare. The plans submitted with this application show an approximate floor area for each building of 5,200 square metres (56,000 square feet). This would result in a Floor Space Index (FSI) of 1.17. While this FSI number is below the target FSI set by the Regional Plan, it will contribute to the overall achievement of a higher FSI throughout the Courtice Main Street area. The form of this development (five storeys With underground parking) already represents a significant change in building form and density than what exists in the rest of the Courtice Main Street area today. It is anticipated that future developments will be able to build upon the success of this project and achieve greater intensification. Each of the five story buildings proposed for this site are designed to provide commercial retail, service and office space on the ground floor. The remainder of each building will be residential units. The density and mix of uses proposed by this application will support transit service along Durham Highway 2 and represent one of the fundamental goals of the Secondary Plan. 12-13 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -035-16 Page 14 10.2 Environmental Protection and Natural Heritage The EIS, Geotechnical Report and the Hydrogeological Report were prepared based on an analysis of the property but not the final development concept. In addition, it appears that the reports were prepared independently of one another rather than collaboratively building on the results of each other's work. As a result, the findings of these reports is sufficient only to confirm that development would be permissible on this property. However, further updates will be required to all three of these reports in order to definitively identify the limits of development and all of the mitigation measures that must be followed during the construction process. 10.3 Servicing The subject site is presently serviced by a water line located in Durham Highway 2. Through the redevelopment of this site, the existing water line will need to be extended and interconnected with existing water service in the area. Currently, there is no sanitary sewer service to this property. A new sanitary sewer line will need to be extended to this property from the existing sewer line in Avondale Drive. At this time, the Region of Durham does not have a timeframe for the extension of sanitary sewer services along Durham Highway 2 to this site. The privately initiated extension of municipal services to this property will support the redevelopment objectives of the Clarington Official Plan and the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan. However, the cost for extending these services will be fully paid for by the developer. 10.4 Urban Design New development must be consistent with the urban design policies of: The Official Plan; The Secondary Plan; and The Courtice Main Street Urban Design Guidelines. The proposed five -storey buildings, and the accompanying site, will contain many components that will contribute to the Municipality's objective of transforming the Courtice Main Street, and in particular the Town Centre, into a high-density, mixed-use, transit supportive and pedestrian friendly environment which conserves the.natural heritage of the area. Placing buildings near the street and locating parking areas at the side or rear of the property is a main urban design policy of the Official Plan (for Town Centres) and the Courtice Main Street Urban Design Guidelines. The proposed development plan locates one building at the street edge and a second building more than 22 metres (72 feet) away from Durham Highway 2 with a parking lot between the building and the street. The submitted studies have not provided a rationale as to why the property is proposed to be laid out in a manner that is contrary to Municipal policy. 12-14 Municipality of Clarirngton Report PSD -035-16 Page 15 Special -attention will need to be paid to the east side of the property and the eastern most building which will form the eastern gateway into the Town Centre. 10.5 Cultural Heritage !Value The Archaeological Assessment identifies that the subject lands were settled and occupied. by Rich Squire. According to the Illustrated Historical Atlas of the Counties of Northumberland and Durham, Ontario (Belden 1878) a structure existed on the property in the same general location as the existing dwelling back in 1878. Municipal staff are working with the applicants to research the history of the property. Not Applicable 12. Conclusi®n The purpose of this report is to provide background information on the request to construct two, five -storey, mixed-use buildings submitted by 988925 Ontario Inc, for the Public Meeting. Staff will continue processing the application and prepare a subsequent report once all comments have been received and all potential issues have been satisfactorily addressed. 13. Strategic Plan Application Not Applicable Submitted by: d_ . Davi . Crome, MC1P, RPP Director of Planning Services Reviewed by: ranklin Wu,. Chief Administrative Officer Staff Contact: Paul Wirch, Planner 11, 905-623-3379 extension 2418 or pwirchp_clarington.net Attachments: Attachment 1 — Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan — Map "A" Land Use List of interested parties to be notified of Council's decision is on file in the Planning Services Department. 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Report To: Planning and Development Committee Date of Meeting: May 16, 2016 Report Number: PSD -036-16 Resolution Number: File Number: ZBA 2016-0008 By-law Number: Report Subject: Draft Zoning By-law for the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan Area — East of Farewell Creek Recommendations: 1. That Report PSD -036-16 be received for information. 12-17 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -036-16 Report Overview Page 2 Planning Staff have been preparing a draft zoning by-law that will implement the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan. It will be presented at a public information centre to be held on June 14, 2016 and a statutory public meeting early in the fall. 1. Background on the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan As part of the current review of Clarington's Official Plan, the Courtice Main Street (CMS) Secondary Plan was developed to help create a strong identity for Courtice by promoting a dense, mixed-use, transit -oriented corridor with the Town Centre as the focus of community activity. The CMS Secondary Plan Land Use Map illustrates the extent of the Secondary Plan, area and includes the land use designations of the Courtice Main Street (see attachment 1). The Secondary Plan, and the corresponding Urban Design Guidelines, were adopted by Council in January, 2013. These documents were then adopted by the Region of Durham in February, 2014, and were approved by the Ontario Municipal Board in November, 2014. The one outstanding exception that remains under appeal by Halloway Developments Limited is the two storey, minimum height requirement for all new buildings constructed on the Halloway property in the Town Centre. 2. Recommendations of the. CMS Secondary Plan The CMS Secondary Plan includes a list of tools that will support the implementation of the Secondary Plan's policies. This includes: • Updating the zoning by-law to give practical shape to the policies of the CMS Secondary Plan. This will be achieved through the establishment of regulations to be followed in the development of land and the construction of new buildings. Preliminary work on a draft zoning by-law is underway; • the preparation of a Community Improvement Plan (CIP's) to provide a set of financial incentives that will help to implement the vision for the future of this area. The initial public information centre for the Courtice CIP was held on April 28, 2016 and a follow up meeting is anticipated for the end. of June, 2016; and • the preparation of a more detailed Urban Design Plan for the Town Centre which will demonstrate how all of the properties, that are located in the Town Centre, will be developed over time. Municipal staff are currently working with one of the main property owners in the Town Centre (Halloway Developments Ltd.), along with proponents of commercial development, on the preparation of the Urban Design Plan to guide future development applications; 12-18 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -036-16 3. Zoning By -Law Amendment Paae 3 3.1 The focus of the draft zoning by-law is to regulate the "built form" of new development. The built form includes: • What a building looks like, including how tall it is; • How -much of the lot the building occupies; • How far it is set back from the sidewalk and street; and • The placement of windows/doors along the street. Shifting the emphasis of the zoning regulations from land uses to built form provides greater flexibility in how buildings are occupied and greater certainty on their design. 3.2 The proposed Zoning By -Law amendment will focus on the lands on the east side of the Farewell Creek. This is the area where the majority of redevelopment activity will occur and where lands need to be rezoned from residential to an appropriate zone. The balance of the lands on the west side of the Farewell Creek will be addressed in the broader review of the Zoning -By -Law. 3.3 The next steps in updating the zoning by-law for the Courtice Main Street are as follows: The draft zoning by-law will be released for public comment at the end of May and a public information centre will be held on June 14, 2016; to present a draft of the zoning by-law to affected property owners and the community. Following the public information centre, comments received from the public and all other stakeholders will be reviewed and considered for incorporation into a revised draft of the zoning by-law, which will be presented at a statutory public meeting in the early fall of 2016. A final draft of the zoning by-law will be presented to Council, together with a recommendation report, before the end of 2016. 4. Concurrence Not Applicable 5. Conclusion Updated zoning along the Courtice Main Street will enable developers to bring forward proposals for redevelopment without the need for site specific rezoning. In combination with the much-needed sanitary sewer servicing and CIP program, this will help to unlock the development potential of the area. The purpose of this report is to advise Council of the public consultation process to be used in preparing the implementing Zoning By-law for the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan. 12-19 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -036-16 6. 'Strategic Plan Application The recommendations contained in this report conform to the Strategic Plan. Page 4 Submitted by:--ig Reviewed by: D i Y Crome, MCIP, RPP FKnkhn Wu, Director of Planning Services Chief Administrative Officer Staff Contact: Paul Wirch, Planner II, 905-623-3379 extension 2418 or pwirch(a-).clarington.net There are no interested parties to be notified of Council's decision. Statutory Notice will be provided for the upcoming open house. 12-20 Planning Services Report If this information is required in an alternate accessible format, please contact the Municipal Clerk at 905-623-3379 ext. 2102 Report To: Planning and Development Committee Date of Meeting: May 16, 2016 Report Number: PSD -037-16 Resolution Number: File Number: ZBA2016-0007 By-law Number: Report Subject: An application by Veltri and Son Limited to permit the creation of one single detached dwelling lot on Borland Court, Bowmanville Recommendations: 1. That Report PSD -037-16 be received; 2. That the Zoning By-law amendment application submitted by Veltri and Son Limited be approved as contained in Attachment 1 to Report PSD -037-16; 3. That a by-law to remove the (H) Holding Symbol be forwarded to Council once all the requirements of the Clarington Official Plan are satisfied including a clearance letter from the Region of Durham regarding site contamination; 4. That the Region of Durham Planning and Economic Development Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD -037-16 and Council's decision; and 5. That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -037-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. 12-21 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -037-16 Page 2 Report Overview This report recommends that Council rezone the lands from "Urban Residential Type One (R1)" Zone to "Urban Residential Exception (R2-76)" Zone to permit the creation of one single detached dwelling lot with a frontage of 9.36 metres and an area of 333 square metres. 1. Application Details 1.1. Owner: Veltri and Son Limited 1.2. Agent: Fay Veltri 1.3. Proposal: To change the zoning from "Urban Residential Type One (R1)" Zone to permit one single detached dwelling lot with a lot frontage of 9.36 metres and a lot area of 333 square metres. 1.4. Area: 333.1 square metres (3,585 square feet) 1.5. Location: South side of Borland Court, (Rear of 18 Concession Street West), Bowmanville 1.6. Related Files: LD 116/2015 to LD 120/2016 inclusive 1.7. Within Built Boundary: Yes 1.8. Roll Numbers: 18 17 020 050 00402 and 18 17 020 050 07800 2. Background 2.1. A plan of subdivision comprised of Borland Court and 20 link dwellings, primarily on the north side of Borland Court was registered in December 1991. Municipal services were constructed anticipating link lots on both sides of Borland Court including the south side and including the location of the proposed 9.36 metre wide lot. 2.2. The developer of the subdivision maintained a block approximately 5 metres deep on the south side of Borland Court, backing onto the properties fronting on Concession Street West. More recently Veltri and Son were able to buy the rear portion of 18 Concession Street West. This enables the creation of a lot for a single detached dwelling as well as a lot for two linked dwellings. 2.3. In September 2015, the applicant submitted five Land Division applications to create the lots for the three dwellings as shown on Figure 1 below. Future severance of the link dwellings from each other, will be after the construction of the link dwelling has commenced and the foundations have been surveyed. The lot for the single detached dwelling does not meet the R1 zone minimums for lot frontage and lot area and therefore, this application for rezoning has been submitted. 12-22 Municipality of Clarington Report PS® -037-16 Figure 1: Location of the Property 3. Land Characteristics and Surrounding Uses W The subject property and the surrounding properties are in older residential Bowmanville along Concession Street West and there is a pocket of relatively new residential development in Bowmanville along the north and west sides of Borland Court. 4. Provincial Policy Provincial Policy Statement and Provincial Growth Plan The proposed creation of one additional but smaller single detached building lot within a context of link lots represents intensification within a settlement area and utilizing existing services while maintaining neighbourhood character. The proposal conforms to the Provincial Policy Statement and Provincial Growth Plan 12-23 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -037-16 Page 4 5. Official Plans 5.1. Durham Region Official Plan The Durham Region Official Plan designates the subject properties Living Areas. The policies of the Plan generally promote infill and intensification. The proposed reduction of the required lot frontage and area for the subsequent creation of one additional smaller single detached building lot within a context of link lots conforms to the Durham Regional Official Plan. 5.2. Clarington Official Plan The Clarington Official Plan designates the subject properties Urban Residential — Low Density. The proposed reduction of the required lot frontage and area for the subsequent creation of one additional smaller single detached building lot within a context of link lots conforms to the Clarington Official Plan. 6. Zoning By-law Zoning By-law 84-63 zones the subject property "Urban Residential Type One (R1)". The zone's single detached lot minimum standards are 15 metres lot frontage and 460 square metres lot area, whereas link lots, as proposed for the other land division applications, require minimums of 18 metres lot frontage and 550 square metres lot area. The proposed single detached lot standards of 9.36 metres frontage and 333.1 square metres area, create the need for rezoning. 7. Public Submissions 7.1. The neighbour to the southwest contacted staff advising they have no objection to the rezoning, but requested that a privacy fence be constructed along the common property line as a requirement of this rezoning and related land divisions. 7.2. Other than Frank Veltri, the applicant, no one appeared at the public meeting on April 4, 2016. 8. Agency Comments 8.1. Emergency & Fire Services had no fire safety concerns, and Operations had no comments. Enbridge had no concerns. 8.2. Canada Post had no objections and stated since Borland Court receives door to door delivery, the subject property will too. 8.3. Veridian Connections provided 10 comments of a standard nature, appropriate for a single detached dwelling, including the requirement for an outdoor transformer padmount. 12-24 Municipality of Clarington Resort PSD -037-16 Paae 5 8.4. Durham Region noted the subject lands are designated Living Areas which permits intensification considered compatible with the surrounding neighbourhood and the policies of the Regional Official Plan. According to the Growth Plan, the subject lands are within the Built-up Area and therefore, intensification is desirable. The Region stated the subject lands are in an area of archaeological potential and required that the appropriate report be submitted to the Ministry. of Tourism, Culture & Sport for a Ministry clearance letter; A Site Screening Questionnaire has yet to be completed and stamped by a Qualified Person; The rezoning application was determined to have no significant transportation planning impacts or Durham Regional Transit impacts; and Regional Services are available to the subject lands, including pre -stubbing, all installed by the applicant. Borland Court is a local road. 9. Departmental Comments Engineering Services has received a satisfactory preliminary grading and servicing plan, and has no objection to the` rezoning. The Department has comments on road damage and lot grading deposits, and road restoration in the related Land Division Applications. 10. Discussion 10.1. Municipal servicing stubs already exist in the street for 12 dwellings on lots of approximately 9 metres, six semi-detached link lots, on the south side of Borland Court. The proposal is consistent with this layout. The future lot layout, and servicing for the south side of Borland Court was based on a portion of three, larger, existing properties fronting on Concession Street West severing their rear yards to create future lots, with minimum 18 m frontage link lots. The applicant has successfully purchased one of the rear yards and is complying with the servicing and lot scheming. The rezoning is required because the applicant has not been able to acquire the lands to the west to create the balance of what was to be a link lot. Therefore they are creating a small single detached dwelling lot, in essence half of the originally proposed link lot, with a 9.36 m frontage. 10.2. To the southwest of the acquired property the owners of the Primary List Heritage residence at 26 Concession Street West have requested wood privacy fencing to preserve the heritage quality of their property. The vendors of the acquired property required through their purchase and sale agreement, wood privacy fencing on the south side at the north limit of their remaining property. The properties on Concession Street to the east and west of 18 Concession Street West are a Designated Heritage Property and a Primary Heritage Property respectfully. It is recommended wood privacy fencing be required through the land division development agreement, on the west, south and east sides of the acquired property. 10.3. All archaeological requirements have been satisfied according to staff at Durham Region. The Holding (H) Symbol will be removed once the requirements of the Clarington Official Plan have been satisfied and after all site contamination clearances have been given by the Region. 10.4. All municipal taxes have been paid at the time of writing Report PSD -037-16. 12_25 Municipality. of Clarington Report PS® -037-16 Page 6 11. Concurrence Not Applicable 12. Conclusion In consideration of all agency, staff and public comments, it is respectfully recommended that the proposed zoning by-law be approved. 13. Strategic Plan Application The recommendations contained in this report conform to the Strategic Plan. Submitted by: �as_� Reviewed by: Da �id' . Crome, MCIP, RPP Director of Planning Services( •U t rranklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Staff Contact: Bob Russell, Planner II, 905-623-3379 ext. 2421 or brussell clarington.net Attachments Attachment 1: Zoning By-law Amendment The following is a list of the interested parties to be notified of Council's decision: Fay & Frank Veltri Laverne & Bill Morrison CP/BR/df WAV1101 Attachment #1 to Report PS® -037-16 Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington By-law Number 2016 being a By-IaVv to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington deems- it advisable to amend By-law 84-63, as amended, of the Corporation- of the Municipality of Clarington for ZBA 2016-0007; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That, the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington enacts as follows: 1. Schedule `3' to By-law 84-63, as amended, is hereby further amended by changing the zone designation from "Urban Residential Type One (R1)" Zone to "(Holding) Urban Residential Exception ((H)R2-76)" Zone as illustrated on the attached Schedule `A' hereto. 2. Schedule `A' attached hereto shall form part of this By-law. 3. 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. By -Law passed in open session this day of _J2016 Adrian Foster, Mayor 12-27 This is Schedule "A" to By-law 2016- , passed this day of , 2016 A.D. Borland Court z a) L v! a� J Concession Street West Zoning Change From "R1" To "(H)R2-76" N Adrian Foster, Mayor Bowmanville . ZBA 2016-0007. Schedule 3 C. Anne Oreentree, Municipal Clerk 12-28 Planning Services Report rr i If this information is required in an alternate accessible format, please contact the Municipal Clerk at 905-623-3379 ext. 2102. Report To: Planning and Development Committee Date of Meeting: May 16, 2016 Report Number: PSD -038-16 Resolution Number: File Number: ZBA 2016-0005 Dy -law Number: Report Subject: Municipally -Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Frontinq on Tooley Road in Courtice Recommendations: 1 2 3 4 That Report PSD -038-16 be received; That the Zoning By-law Amendment be approved as contained in Attachment 1 of Report PSD -038-16; That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department be forwarded a copy of Report PSD -038-16 and Council's decision; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD -038-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. 12-29 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -038-16 Report Overview e2 The Municipality of Clarington is proposing to amend Zoning By-law 84-63 for lots fronting onto Tooley Road between Nash Road and McLean Road. The amendment would allow only single detached dwellings and require a minimum of 17 metres of frontage per lot. The amendment also proposes a minimum front yard setback of 7 metres for all new dwellings. Further, the amendment would zone the lands near the future intersection of Tooley Road and Adelaide Avenue to permit, in addition to single detached dwellings, linked townhouses on a development block of at least 1 hectare in size. 1. Proposed Rezoning 1.1. Proposal: The Municipality of Clarington is proposing to amend the Zoning By-law for lots fronting onto Tooley Road by allowing only single detached dwellings and requiring a minimum of 17 metres of frontage per lot. The amendment also requires a minimum front yard setback of 7 metres for all new dwellings. Furthermore, lands near the future intersection of Tooley Road and Adelaide Avenue would permit, in addition to single detached dwellings, linked townhouses on a development block of at least 1 hectare in size, subject to the typical development approval process. 1.2. Location: All properties with frontage on Tooley Road in Courtice from Nash Road to McLean Road (future extension of Adelaide Avenue) with the exception of the lands that were part of application ZBA 2015-0002 (by H&H Properties Inc.). 1.3. Within Built Boundary: Most of the properties fronting on the subject portion of Tooley Road are within the Built Boundary. The exception are those properties north of and including 3398 Tooley Road on the west side of the road only. 2. Background. 2.1 In 2015, H & H Building Corp. submitted development applications for lands on the west side of Tooley Road. As a result of residents' concerns with this development proposal and future development within the neighbourhood, staff undertook a review of the Worden East. Neighbourhood Design Plan in 2015. 12-30 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -038-16 Page 3 2.2 The residents for the most part understand that development on Tooley Road is inevitable yet want to ensure that the character of their street is maintained. Protection of the natural environment, maintaining larger lots and allowing homes with greater setbacks from Tooley Road to maintain `green' along the frontage rather than a 'wall' of garages and driveways were important to the residents. 2.3 At the Council meeting of February 8, 2016, Clarington Council approved a resolution that supported the revised Worden East Neighbourhood Design Plan and that authorized Staff to "initiate an amendment to the Zoning By-law to permit only single detached dwellings with greater lot frontages and setbacks in the Urban Residential Type One (R1) Zone, fronting on Tooley Road with the exception of the medium density area, which would be rezoned to an appropriate zone". 3. Provincial Policy 3.1 Provincial Policy Statement The Provincial Policy Statement encourages planning authorities to create healthy liveable and safe communities by accommodating an appropriate range and mix of residential; employment; recreation, park and open space; and other uses to meet long term needs. The proposal is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, as it is consistent with healthy, livable and safe communities by accommodating an appropriate mix of residential dwelling types and is sensitive to the characteristics of the neighbourhood. 3.2 Provincial Growth Plan The Provincial Growth Plan encourages municipalities to manage growth by directing population growth to settlement areas such as the Courtice Urban Area. Municipalities are encouraged to create complete communities that offer a mix of land uses, employment and housing options, high quality open space, and access to stores and services.. The subject area is mainly within the Built-up Area of the Growth Plan, with the exception of some of the medium density lands at the north end of the subject area. The Growth Plan includes policies to direct development to settlement areas, and provides direction for intensification targets within Built-up Areas. The proposal provides opportunities for intensification within an existing residential area and is consistent with the Growth Plan. 4. Official Plans 4.1 Durham Regional Official Plan The Durham Regional Official Plan designates the subject lands as Living Areas and Major Open Space. Lands designated as Living Areas permit the 12-31 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -038-16 Page 4 development of communities with defined boundaries, incorporating the widest possible variety of housing types, sizes and tenure to provide living accommodations .that address various socio-economic factors. The proposed change is consistent with the Living Areas designation. Lands designated Major Open Space are to be conserved, which the proposed change will also accomplish. 4.2 Clarington Official Plan This neighbourhood is designated Urban Residential and Environmental Protection Area with a medium density symbol at the north end of the subject area on the west side of Tooley Road. The lands are within the Worden Neighbourhood, which has a population allocation of 3900 and a housing unit target of 1300, including 85 medium density units and 50 units for intensification. The Urban Residential designation allows a (low) density of 10 to 30 units per net hectare with the predominant form of housing being single and semi-detached dwellings. The area of the neighbourhood with the medium density symbol allows a density of 31 to 60 units per net hectare with the predominant form of housing being townhouses, low rise apartments and mixed use developments. Tooley Road is a collector road with a sidewalk planned on the west side of the road. The revised Worden East Neighbourhood Design Plan was approved February 11, 2016 in harmony with the Clarington Official Plan, as amended. 5. Zoning By-law Zoning By-law 84-63 zones the subject lands "Urban Residential Type One (R1)" Zone, which permits single detached dwellings on 15 metre (minimum) lots and semi-detached or linked dwellings on 18 metre (minimum) lots. The current front yard setback is 4.5 metres to the dwelling and 6 metres to the garage or carport. 6. Public Notice and Submissions 6.1 The Public Notice was given by mail to landowners within 120 metres of the ' subject lands in accordance with the Planning Act. The notice also advised of a Public Information Centre on April 12, 2016 at White Cliffe Terrace Retirement Residence in Courtice. 6.2 The Statutory Public Meeting was held on April 25, 2016, at the Planning and Development Committee meeting. Staff provided a presentation on the proposed zoning changes. No one spoke in support of or opposition to the proposal. 12-32 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -036-16 Page 5 6.3 Staff received numerous comments leading up to the Statutory Public Meeting. A number of individuals who live on Tooley Road have commented on the proposal. No additional comments have been received since the Statutory Public Meeting. 6.4 The comments received are summarized below: • Support for the proposed Zoning By-law changes; • Concern from some residents regarding moving the Environmental Protection zone boundary to match the current Environmental Protection Area designation in the Official Plan; • Concern with parking issues on Tooley Road; • More green space and trails are needed in the area • Keep the Environmental Study Area, identified on the Worden East Neighbourhood Design Plan, as green space; • Do not allow clear cutting of trees; • Potential for legal non -conforming issues. These comments were addressed in report PSD -029-16. 7. Agency Comments Comments are outstanding from Central Lake Ontario Conservation and the Region of Durham Planning Department. 8. Departmental Comments Clarington Engineering Services concerns have been addressed through the amendments to the Neighbourhood Design Plan. . 9. Discussion 9.1 The proposed changes to the Zoning By-law implements the Council resolution in response to comments from residents of Tooley Road to permit single detached dwellings on larger lots with greater setbacks. As part of the rezoning of the subject area, the EP zone limits are being adjusted to match the Environmental Protection Area designation boundary as currently contained within the Clarington Official Plan. Further adjustments to this ,boundary will be necessary with the adoption of the updated Official Plan. 9.2 The proposed zoning changes do not affect the Environmental Study Area identified on the Worden East Neighbourhood Design Plan with the exception of the frontage of 3336 and 3362 Tooley Road, which is currently zoned R1 and would continue to be zoned for residential purposes,the same way as the lands to the south. 12-33 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -038-16 Page 6 10. Concurrence Not Applicable 11. Conclusion The proposed Zoning By-law for the Tooley Road area is good planning and staff recommend that it be adopted. 12. Strategic Plan Application Not applicable. Submitted by: �� E David' -J. Crome, MCIP, RPP Director of Planning Services Reviewed by: h,jFrAWi-n Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Staff Contact: Staff Name, Mitch Morawetz, 905-623-3379 ext. 2411 or mmorawetzP,clarington. net Attachments: Attachment 1 — Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment List of interested parties to be notified of Council's decision is on file in the Planning Services Department. CP/MM/df 12-34 Municipality of Clarington Attachment 1 to Dort PSD -038-16 Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington By-law Number 2016-, being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington deems it advisable to amend'By-law 84-63, as amended, of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington for ZBA 2016-0005; Now Therefore Be -It Resolved That, the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington enacts as follows: 1. Section 12.4 "SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS — URBAN RESIDENTIAL TYPE ONE (R1) ZONE" is hereby amended by adding thereto, the following new Special Exception Zone 12.4.95 as follows: r "12.4.95 Urban Residential Exception (R1-95) Zone Notwithstanding the provisions of 12.1, 12.2 b., c., d.i) and f. those lands zoned "R1-95" on the Schedules to this By-law shall be subject to the following regulations: a. Permitted Uses i) A single detached- dwelling ii) A home occupation use in accordance With the provisions of Section 3.11 of this By-law, save and except the retail sale -of antiques, arts, crafts, or hobby items. b. Lot Frontage (minimum) i) Interior ii) Exterior C. Yard Requirements (minimum) i) Front Yard d. Lot Coverage (maximum) i) Dwelling ii) Total of all buildings and structures 17 metres 20 metres 7.5 metres to private garage . 7 metres to dwelling 40 percent .,45 percent 12-35 2. Section 14.6 "Special Exceptions — Urban Residential Type Three (R3) Zone" is hereby amended by adding thereto, the following new Special Exception zone 14.6.50 as follows: "14.6.50 Urban Residential Exception (R3-50) Zone Notwithstanding the provisions of 14.1, 14.2 and 14.3 those lands zoned "R3-50" on the Schedules to this By-law shall be subject to the following regulations: . a. Permitted Uses: i) A single detached dwelling ii) A link townhouse dwelling iii) A home occupation use in accordance with the provisions of Section 3.11 of this By-law, save and except the retail sale of antiques, arts, crafts, or hobby items. b. Regulations for Single Detached Dwelling i) Lot Frontage for single detached 'dwellings (minimum) a) Interior 17 metres b) Exterior 20 metres ii) Yard Requirements (minimum) a) Front Yard 7.5 metres to private garage; 7 metres to dwelling b) Interior Side Yard (i) With an attached garage . 1.2 metres (ii) Without an attached garage 1.2 metres on one side, 4.5 metres on the other c) Exterior Side Yard 4.5 metres d) ..Rear Yard 7.5 metres iii) Lot Coverage (maximum) a) Dwelling 40 percent b) Total of all buildings and structures 45 percent iv) Dwelling Unit Area (minimum) a) 1 storey or split level 85 square metres b) 1 Y or two storey 100 square metres v) Landscaped Open Space (minimum) 30 percent vi) Building Height (maximum) 10.5 metres C. Regulations for Link Townhouse Dwelling i) Lot Area (minimum) = 1. hectare ii) Unit Requirements For the purpose of establishing regulations for each Link Townhouse Dwelling Unit, the following specific regulations shall apply as if each unit is located ori a lot.- 12-36 ot: 12-36 '41 51 5. a) Lot Area (minimum) 180 square metres b) Lot Frontage'(minimum) 6 metres c) Lot Coverage (maximum) 50 percent d) Landscaped Open Space (minimum) 30 percent e) Yard Requirements (minimum) (i) Front Yard (a) Garage or carport 6.0 metres (b) Dwelling 4.0 metres (c) Porch 2.0 metres (ii) Rear Yard 7.5 metres (iii) Side Yard 1.5 metres Nil where a building has a common wall with any building on an adjacent lot in the same zone f) Parking spaces shall not be located in the required yard between a public street and Link Townhouse Dwelling Unit. Schedule '4' to By-law 84-63, as amended, is hereby further amended by changing the zone designation from: "Urban Residential Type One (R1) Zone" to "Urban Residential Type One Exception (R1 -XX) Zone"; "Urban Residential Type One (R1) Zone" to "Urban Residential Type Three Excepti6n-(R3-XX) Zone"; "Urban Residential Type One (R1) Zone" to "Environmental Protection (EP) Zone"; and "(Holding) Urban Residential Type One ((H)R1) Zone" to "Environmental Protection (EP) Zone" as illustrated on the attached Schedule 'A' hereto. Schedule 'A' attached hereto shall form part of this By-law. This By-law shall come into effect on the date of the passing hereof, subject to the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act. By -Law passed in'open session this day of , 2016 Adrian Foster, Mayor C. Anne Greentree, Municipal Clerk 12-37 12-38 ' �.-•� /1111111111111 � . �/ / �, �s •.111®���1 ,► 00 (���,�0 �� •. �'� � %©a � .. . - Vii' 1111 VIII • � � %; �•o� •• �� 111111111111 MISS • SON `'�' �=: � �° � �� 111111111111 sill �+►�1111 : �- �:��:� i ' C� INS �� . • .. •i s:�� �� o �s ONE r. ��� : ���®111►�� • -.: _ _� ��.p „o e.► .� �IIIIIl1a►� �r X11111 m111111 11111111"" O 12-38 Planning Services Report If this information is required in an alternate accessible format, please contact the Municipal Clerk at 905-623-3379 ext. 2102. Report To: Planning and Development Committee Date of Meeting: May 16, 2016 Report Number: PSD -039-16 Resolution: File Number: ' COPA 2016-0001, PLN 38 By-law Number: Report Subject: Upcoming Release of Draft Official Plan Amendment for the Comprehensive Official Plan Review Recommendations: That Planning Services Report PSD -039-16 be received for information. 12-39 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -039-16 Page 2. Report Overview The Clarington Official Plan is the Municipality's key planning policy document designed to manage growth and development decisions today and into the future. The Municipality has undertaken the review of the Official Plan for the last few years to conform to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, the Greenbelt Plan, the Provincial Policy Statement 2015 and the Durham Regional Official Plan. The Draft Official Plan Amendment for Clarington Official Plan Review will be released for public review and input on May 30th, 2016. The Amendment considered more than 200 comments received through public information sessions, presentations and meetings with organizations and individuals after the release of the proposed changes to the Official Plan in March of last year. For ease of reference, changes made to the Clarington Official Plan will also be shown within the full document as strikeouts and underlines and will be provided under separate cover. A statutory Open House will be held to provide an opportunity for the public review and ask questions about the Draft Official Plan Amendment. It will be held on June 28, 2016. A statutory Public Meeting will be held at a special meeting of the Planning and Development Committee in early fall of 2016. 1. Background 1.1 The comprehensive Clarington Official Plan Review has been underway for some time to update the Plan to bring it into conformity with Provincial Policy Statement, Provincial Plans and the Regional Official Plan. Clarington has been fortunate in that many of the directions of these plans were incorporated in the original Clarington Official Plan in some manner. However, updated information was required; specific growth objectives were elaborated, changing emphasis on urbanization, transit and active transportation policy was formulated, updated natural heritage and agricultural lands policies were required. The Regional Growing Durham Amendment 128 was approved in January 2013 giving specific guidance to growth in Durham Region and Clarington. 1.2 The first two phases of the Clarington Official Plan Review have been approved by Council: Amendment 77 — a general amendment to update the plan to reflect the Bill 51 changes to the Planning Act, the Provincial Policy Statement 2005, the updated Ontario Heritage Act and some provisions of Provincial Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and Greenbelt Plan Amendment 89 - an amendment to adopt the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan. 12-40 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -039-16 Subsequent phases have been consolidated into one comprehensive amendment. Proposed Official Plan changes were issued in March of 2015 for public review and comment. 1.3 Throughout the process there were several community consultation sessions. The diagram below gives an overview of the Clarington Official Plan Review process. 91 Series of Launch Discussion Official Plan Papers released Public and numerous Adoption of Appeal Period to . Review Information Official Plan the Ontario Dnhlir M/nA-cknne i..., nA......,.....,.1 r3,.,---1 Identify Issues rroposea ✓t5y Final Official and Trends Changes to Amendment to Region of Official Plan Council and Durham Plan in effect Public Meeting We are here The public consultation. began with defining the main issues of importance to the community through two separate surveys, one for the residents and one for the business community. Stakeholder meetings were also held to. discuss some of the main issues. Throughout the process, staff have presented 9 discussion papers, 16 Council reports, and two Official Plan Amendments to the public and Council. To date, 460 people and businesses participated in the process through community surveys, and over 600 people attended workshops, public information centres, and statutory public meetings. All information related to the Official Plan Review has been posted on, a website specifically for the Official Plan Review www.clarington.net/ourplan/..Thousands of visits have, been recorded for the website since the launch of the site in 2010. 1.4 Based on all the public engagement, planning staff prepared a preliminary document for public review and comment in March of last year. This document presented the proposed changes to the Clarington Official Plan to gauge the public's support and concerns. 12-41 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -039-16 Page 4 Planning Staff received over 200 -comments on the proposed changes to the Clarington Official Plan and have been working over the past year to consider any issues that were identified, address concerns, and respond to questions received. The document was also circulated to outside agencies, including the -Region of Durham and the conservation authorities. 1.4 Staff has now prepared the Draft Official Plan Amendment in consideration of the Provincial and Regional planning framework, and comments received to date. It will be released on May 30th, 2016. _ 2-e — ext_S_teps - --- - - -- --- 2.1 Statutory Open House and Public Meeting Staff will hold a statutory Open House on June 28, 2016 and answer any questions the public may have. Staff will then schedule a statutoryPublic Meeting in early fall of this year. The Public Meeting provides a formal opportunity for residents and business owners to inform Council of their comments and discuss 'and receive input on specific sections on certain policies proposed in the Draft Official Plan Amendment. The Public meeting report will provide greater detail and justification for the changes proposed. 2.2 Recommended Official Plan Amendment Following the statutory Public Meeting, consideration of the comments received, and consultation with interest groups, staff will report back to Councils and present a recommended Official Plan Amendment for adoption. 2.3 Regional Review and Approval Once adopted, the Official Plan Amendment will be forwarded to the Region of Durham for approval. Part of the Region of Durham review includes circulation of the Official Plan Amendment to agencies and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for their review and comments. Following Regional approval, a 20 day appeal period will commence. if there are no appeals, to the Region. about the approved Official Plan Amendment, the Clarington Official Plan will be in effect. The existing Plan remains in place until the new Plan is approved and in effect. 2.4 Existing Secondary & Neighbourhood Plan Updates While the Region is reviewing the Official Plan, staff will focus on bringing the existing secondary plans into conformity. This will include the conversion of existing Neighbourhood Design Plans into Secondary Plan where appropriate including such areas as Northglen in Bowmanville and North Village in Newcastle. 12-42 Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -039-16 2.5 Provincial Plan Review Page 6 During the summer and the fall, staff will be reviewing the proposed and then the finalized updates of the Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan and Oak Ridges Moraine Plan for potential further refinements of the Draft Official Plan Amendment. 3. Conclusion The Draft Official Plan Amendment will provide direction for Clarington's growth and development to the year 2031 and beyond. It will allow opportunity to reduce our environmental impact, further strengthen our economy_, rovide park and recreational facilities, improve transportation options and celebrate arts and culture. The vision of the Official Plan is to ensure that Clarington is a complete and healthy community. 40 Strategic Plan Application The recommendations contained in this report conform to the Strategic Plan Submitted by: Da �d J. Crome, MCIP, RPP Director of Planning Services Reviewed by: F Ak in Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Staff Contact: Carlos Salazar, Lisa Backus, Nicole Zambri, 905-623-3379 or Ibackus ,clarington.net 12-43 Clarinaton Memo Clerk's Department If this information is required in an alternate accessible format, please contact the Municipal Clerk at 905-623-3379 ext. 2102. To: Mayor Foster and Members of Council From: June Gallagher, Deputy Clerk Date: May 13, 2016 Subject: Planning & Development Committee Meeting — May 16, 2016 — Update File: C05.Plannina & Development Committee Please be advised of the following amendments to the Planning & Development Committee agenda for the meeting to be held on Monday, May 16, 2016: 8. Delegations See attached Final List (Attachment #1) 10. Communications — Direction (Attachment #2) Please find attached an excerpt from the City of Welland's Agenda with additional information regarding Item 10.1 from Tara Stephens, Acting City Clerk, City of Welland — Registration, Licensing and Setting of Provincial Standards for Private Supportive Living Accommodations 12. Planning Services Department Reports — (Attachment #3) 12.3 PSD -037-16 An Application by Veltri and Son Limited to Permit the Creation of One Single Detached Dwelling Lot on Borland Court, Bowmanville Correction to Page 2 of Report PSD -037-16 (Page 12-22 of Agenda) Please be advised of the following correction to Section 1.6: That "120/2016" be replaced with "120/2015". 12.4 PSD -038-16 Municipally -Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice Correction to Attachment 1 to Report PSD -038-16 (Page 12-37 of Agenda) Please note the changes to the zone names in Section 3. CLERK'S DEPARTMENT MEMO PAGE 2 12.6 PSD -040-16 Co-ordinated Provincial Review of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe; Greenbelt Plan, Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan Summary of Proposed Changes Attached please find Report PSD -040-16 as listed on the Agenda. [Hard copies of the Attachment #1 to Report PSD -040-16 have been distributed to Members of Council and Department Heads.] June Gallagher, Deputy Clerk JEG/mc Encl. C. F. Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Department Heads Attachment #1 to Update Memo Cit-f1llgC0Il Planning and Development Committee Agenda Date: May 16, 2016 Time: 7:00 PM Place: Council Chambers, 2nd Floor Municipal Administrative Centre 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario W1 Inquiries & Accommodations: For inquiries about this agenda, or to make arrangements for accessibility accommodations for persons attending, please contact: Michelle Chambers, Committee Coordinator, at 905-623-3379, ext. 2106 or by email at mchambers(a)_clarington.net. Alternate Format: If this information is required in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Coordinator, at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131. Audio Record: The Municipality of Clarington makes an audio record of Planning and Development Committee meetings. If you make a delegation or presentation at a Planning and Development Committee meeting, the Municipality will be audio recording you and will make the recording public by publishing the recording on the Municipality's website. Cell Phones: Please ensure all cell phones, mobile and other electronic devices are turned off or placed on non -audible mode during the meeting. Copies of Reports are available at www.clarington.net CIarjfl,U Planning and Development Committee Agenda 1 Call to Order 2 New Business — Introduction 3 Adopt the Agenda 4 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest 5 Announcements 6 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting 6.1 Minutes of a Regular Meeting of April 25, 2016 7 Public Meetings Date: May 16, 2016 Time: 7:00 PM Place: Council Chambers Ime 7.1 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment 7-1 Applicant: 988925 Ontario (Otto Provenzano) Report PSD -035-16 8 Delegations 8.1 Dan Kahraman, Regarding Report PSD -038-16, Regarding Municipally -Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice 8.2 Clifford Curtis, Regarding Report PSD -038-16, Regarding Municipally -Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice 8.3 Eleanor VonGunten, Regarding Report PSD -038-16, Regarding Municipally -Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice 9 Communications - Receive for Information There are no Communications to be received for information. Page 1 CIarjfl,U Planning and Development Committee Agenda Date: May 16, 2016 Time: 7:00 PM Place: Council Chambers 10 Communications —Direction 10.1 Tara Stephens, Acting City Clerk, City of Welland — Registration, Licensing 10-1 and Setting of Provincial Standards for Private Supportive Living Accommodations (Motion for Direction) 11 Presentations No Presentations 12 Planning Services Department Reports 12.1 PSD -035-16 An Application by 988925 Ontario Inc. to Permit Two, 12-1 Five -Storey Mixed Use Buildings in Courtice Town Centre 12.2 PSD -036-16 Draft Zoning By-law for the Courtice Main Street 12-17 Secondary Plan Area — East of Farewell Creek 12.3 PSD -037-16 An Application by Veltri and Son Limited to Permit the 12-21 Creation of One Single Detached Dwelling lot on Borland Court, Bowmanville 12.4 PSD -038-16 Municipally -Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for 12-29 Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice 12.5 PSD -039-16 Upcoming Release of Draft Official Plan Amendment for 12-39 the Comprehensive Official Plan Review 12.6 PSD -040-16 Co-ordinated Provincial Review of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe; Greenbelt Plan, Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan Summary of Proposed Changes 13 New Business — Consideration 14 Unfinished Business None 15 Confidential Reports No Reports 16 Adjournment Page 2 Attachment #2 to Update Memo COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA —Page 3 Tuesday, April 19, 2016 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CIVIC SQUARE (Councillor McLeod) 99-99 WHEREAS the development of a new governance model should include a review of past performance, an identification of future objectives. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WELLAND requests that a governance review of the Welland Recreational Canal Corporation include a General Committee brainstorming session and that input be used in the formation of a new governance model. (Councillor Fokkens) 16-70 WHEREAS Supportive Living provides accommodations in a home -like setting where residents can be as independent as possible; AND WHEREAS Supportive Living accommodations should provide residents with services that meet their needs; AND WHEREAS Supportive Living provides services to the residents requiring a wide range of support due to age, and chronic conditions, to adults with mental health or physical disabilities; AND WHEREAS Private Supportive Living Accommodations in Ontario currently have no Provincial Statute Governing standards. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WELLAND supports the development of Provincial legislation requiring the registration, licensing and setting Provincial Standards, for Private Supportive Living Accommodations, where the operator provides accommodations and where the operator provides or arranges for services that relate to the health, safety and security of the residents; and further THAT Welland City Council requests the support of the Region and our local MP and MPP and that a copy of this recommendation be forwarded to all Ontario Municipalities and their local MPP's, AMO and FCM for support. 7.3 Call for Notices of Motion (for introduction at the meeting) 8. CORPORATION REPORTS 8.1 Councillor Activities Report 8.2 Mayor's Report 8.3 Chief Administrative Officer's Report Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -037-16 Report Overview Attachment #3 to Update Memo Page 2 This report recommends that Council rezone the lands from "Urban Residential Type One (R1)" Zone to "Urban Residential Exception (R2-76)" Zone to permit the creation of one single detached dwelling lot with a frontage of 9.36 metres and an area of 333 square metres. 1. Application Details 1.1. Owner: Veltri and Son Limited 1.2. Agent: Fay Veltri 1.3. Proposal: To change the zoning from "Urban Residential Type One (R1)" Zone to permit one single detached dwelling lot with a lot frontage of 9.36 metres and a lot area of 333 square metres. `EW_lM 1.5. Location: 1.6. Related Files 1.7. Within Built Boundary: 1.8. Roll Numbers 2. Background 333.1 square metres (3,585 square feet) South side of Borland Court, (Rear of 18 Concession Street West), Bowmanville LD 116/2015 to LD 120/2015 inclusive Yes �E:�lrL1Y�1I11.'YIIIIIL'fly_��E:�rL1YIlIl1.'i1I1J�:�1I17 2.1. A plan of subdivision comprised of Borland Court and 20 link dwellings, primarily on the north side of Borland Court was registered in December 1991. Municipal services were constructed anticipating link lots on both sides of Borland Court including the south side and including the location of the proposed 9.36 metre wide lot. 2.2. The developer of the subdivision maintained a block approximately 5 metres deep on the south side of Borland Court, backing onto the properties fronting on Concession Street West. More recently, Veltri and Son were able to buy the rear portion of 18 Concession Street West. This enables the creation of a lot for a single detached dwelling as well as a lot for two linked dwellings. 2.3. In September 2015, the applicant submitted five Land Division applications to create the lots for the three dwellings as shown on Figure 1 below. Future severance of the link dwellings from each other, will be after the construction of the link dwelling has commenced and the foundations have been surveyed. The lot for the single detached dwelling does not meet the R1 zone minimums for lot frontage and lot area and therefore, this application for rezoning has been submitted. 3 0 5 a) Lot Area (minimum) 180 square metres b) Lot Frontage (minimum) 6 metres c) Lot Coverage (maximum) 50 percent d) Landscaped Open Space (minimum) 30 percent e) Yard Requirements (minimum) (i) Front Yard (a) Garage or carport 6.0 metres (b) Dwelling 4.0 metres (c) Porch 2.0 metres (ii) Rear Yard 7.5 metres (iii) Side Yard 1.5 metres Nil where a building has a common wall with any building on an adjacent lot in the same zone f) Parking spaces shall not be located in the required yard between a public street and Link Townhouse Dwelling Unit. Schedule `4' to By-law 84-63, as amended, is hereby further amended by changing the zone designation from: "Urban Residential Type One (R1) Zone" to "Urban Residential Type One Exception (R1-95) Zone"; "Urban Residential Type One (R1) Zone" to "Urban Residential Type Three Exception (R3-50) Zone"; "Urban Residential Type One (R1) Zone" to "Environmental Protection (EP) Zone"; and "(Holding) Urban Residential Type One ((H)R1) Zone" to "Environmental Protection (EP) Zone" as illustrated on the attached Schedule `A' hereto. Schedule `A' attached hereto shall form part of this By-law. This By-law shall come into effect on the date of the passing hereof, subject to the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act. By -Law passed in open session this day of , 2016 Adrian Foster, Mayor C. Anne Greentree, Municipal Clerk Clarftwn Planning Services Report If this information is required in an alternate accessible format, please contact the Municipal Clerk at 905-623-3379 ext. 2102 Report To: Planning and Development Committee Date of Meeting: May 16, 2016 Report Number: PSD -040-16 Resolution Number: File Number: PLN 1.1.21 By-law Number: Report Subject: Co-ordinated Provincial Review of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe; Greenbelt Plan, Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan Summary of Proposed Changes Recommendations: 1. That Report PSD -040-16 be received for information. Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -040-16 Report Overview Page 2 On May 10, 2016 the Province of Ontario released Proposed Changes to the Growth Plan, the Greenbelt Plan, and the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation. A summary of the proposed changes to these plans are provided in this report. 1. Background 1.1. The Provincial plans under review, provide the long term planning framework and direction to manage growth, protect agricultural lands, conserve the natural environment and support economic development within the Greater Golden Horseshoe. 1.2. The co-ordinated review has been ongoing for the past several years. The review has included town hall meetings, written submissions from various stake holders including farmers, developers, environmental organizations, citizens. Municipal governments have also been involved. 1.3. This is the third staff report prepared regarding the review of the provincial plans. Staff Report PSD -026-15 provided comments on the high yield agricultural lands not included in the Greenbelt. Staff Report PSD -031-015 provided additional comments on other areas of concern that should be considered within the context of the review. 2. Summary of Proposed Changes to the Plans In recognition of their many complementary policy goals, the province has co-ordinated the review of the provincial plans to ensure a consistent and integrated approach that reinforces common policy goals. The Province has prepared a companion document, "Shaping Land Use in the Greater Golden Horseshoe" to summarize the changes (Attachment 1). 2.1 Proposed Changes affecting the Growth Plan, the Greenbelt Plan and the Oak Ridges Moraine Plan The following summary are changes proposed by the Province that affect the Growth Plan, the Greenbelt Plan and the Oak Ridges Moraine Plan. A coordinated and streamlined language in the Plans as well as with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014. Clearer direction for municipalities to take an integrated approach to land use and infrastructure planning. Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -040-16 The introduction of Climate Change policies which require Municipalities to: o Include climate change policies in the Official Plan; Page 3 o Conduct climate change vulnerability risk assessments when planning or replacing infrastructure; o Develop comprehensive storm water management plans and address flood risks in settlement areas; o Consider climate change when managing growth. Municipalities are to work towards a "net -zero community" incorporating techniques into new developments that would reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 2.2 Proposed Changes to the Growth Plan The following summary are changes proposed by the Province that affect the Growth Plan: • An intensification first approach to development and city building is emphasized to make better use of existing infrastructure and public facilities and less on continuing to expand the urban area. • Allowing municipalities to provide different approaches to manage growth that recognize the diversity of communities in the Greater Golden Horseshoe. • Provides an increased density target for "designated greenfield areas" from 50 to 80 residents and jobs per hectare. • The Minimum intensification targets for municipalities has increased from 40% to 60% which means that over half of all residential building permits issued will need to be constructed within the built boundary. • Municipalities will be required to increase densities around major transit stations and along new planned transit corridors. • Requiring municipalities to provide "transparent" calculations to show how they are properly using land to meet smart growth targets. A standard Provincial methodology for the Greater Golden Horseshoe municipalities is to be used. • Greater protection of transportation corridor land for future goods movement (rail or road) and other future infrastructure, such as hydro lines. • Economic development and competitiveness is to be promoted by increasing employment densities. • Land uses within employment areas shall not impact the viability of the prime employment lands along major corridors and interchanges. Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -040-16 Page 4 2.3 Proposed Changes affecting both the Greenbelt and the Oak Ridges Moraine Plans Stronger, minimum Natural Heritage and Water Resources Systems policies are proposed. Policies allowing greater flexibility in the types of agriculture -related uses allowed on farm land including agriculture related employment within the Greenbelt. Modified development setbacks from natural heritage and hydrologically sensitive features apply to agricultural and related uses have been provided. 2.4 Proposed Changes to Greenbelt Plan • Amended the mapping to remove lands in the urban area of northwest Bowmanville from the Greenbelt. • The valleylands associated with the Farewell and Black Creeks, Bowmanville and Soper Creeks, Wilmot Creek and the Graham Creek as well as the associated coastal wetlands (Bowmanville/Soper Creek, Graham Creek Wilmot Creek) have been added to the Greenbelt but only the portions that are publicly owned. • The Province has eliminated the requirement for Municipal support to add new lands to the Greenbelt. • The Lake Iroquois shoreline has been recognized as a feature of importance and is to be maintained or enhanced through development proposals with the urban areas. 2.5 Proposed Changes to the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan • To protect vital ground and surface water resources, a greater emphasis has been placed on Water Budgets and Conservation Plans. • Farm lot retirement policies have been aligned with the Greenbelt Plan and the Provincial Policy Statement. • Municipalities and industry are encouraged to use best practices for the management of excess fill. • A number of infrastructure and stormwater management policies including study requirements have been modified. • Major recreational uses must demonstrate how the proposal will avoid or mitigate against impacts on surrounding agricultural operations. Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -040-16 3. Next Steps 3.1 Public Meetings Page 5 The Province has also schedule a series of Open Houses for the public to view reference materials on the proposed changes to the four provincial land use plans and to speak to Ministry staff about the proposed changes to the plans. An Open House is scheduled for June 23, 2016 at Durham College in Oshawa. 3.2 Municipal Comment on Proposed Changes This report has only provided a very brief overview of the proposed changes. Staff will undertake a thorough review of the proposed changes to the Plans and report back with recommended submission to the Province. Written submissions are due to the Province by September 30, 2016. 3.3 Official Plan Review Implications At this time, the implications of these proposed changes to the Provincial Plans on the Draft Official Plan are being evaluated. However, given that these changes have not been approved by the Province, or incorporated into the Region of Durham Official Plan, including a number of these proposed changes into the Draft Official Plan is premature. The proposed changes to these Plans that have resulted because of changes to the Provincial Policy Statement in 2014 have already been incorporated in the Draft Clarington Official Plan, soon to be released. 4. Conclusion The Province is to be commended for undertaking a co-ordinated review of these provincial plans and the public consultation process to date. The concurrent review will ensure that there is greater consistency and integration between the four plans and the land use planning framework as a whole. Municipality of Clarington Report PSD -040-16 Submitted by: Reviewed by: aaviJrome, MCIP, RPP Director of Planning Services Page 6 Fra klin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Staff Contact: Carlos Salazar, Manager, 905-623-3379 ext. 2409 or csalazar a()clarinciton net Attachment Attachment 1: Shaping Land Use in the Greater Golden Horseshoe CS/LB/tg iue ma i�A�l��dw UUR REI DUR CO MIR H (I ro Table of Contents A message from Minister McMeekin and Minister Mauro Introduction ................................................. 3 Building Complete Communities........................................................... 6 SupportingAgriculture................................................................. 9 Protecting Natural Heritage and Water...................................................11 Growing the Greenbelt. .................................................................... 13 Addressing Climate Change...............................................................15 Integrating Infrastructure.................................................................17 Improving Plan Implementation ...........19 Measuring Performance, Promoting Awareness and Increasing Engagement ......... 21 Seeking Feedback ............................22 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE A message from Minister McMeekin and Minister Mauro Hon. Ted McMeekin Minister ofMunicipal Affairs and Housing Hon. Bill Mauro Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry Ontarians deserve communities where they can work and play, go to school and shop all in the same area. Communities that are well-connected with modern infrastructure and accessible transit. In other words, complete communities. The Greater Golden Horseshoe is Canada's largest economic engine and one of the fastest growing regions in North America. This region contains some of the country's best farmland and world-renowned natural features, like the Niagara Escarpment. We need to continue to plan for a future in which we expect to have 6.3 million jobs and welcome another 4 million people over the next 25 years. That is why it's so important that we update the four land use plans that cover this area: The Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, the Greenbelt Plan, the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and the Niagara Escarpment Plan. These four plans work together to build complete communities, manage growth, curb sprawl, protect the natural environment and support economic development. We began our co-ordinated review of these plans over a year ago. Since then, more than 3,000 people have attended town hall meetings across the region. We received more than 19,000 submissions. We heard from municipalities and many stakeholders — from farmers and developers to environmental organizations. And, most importantly, we heard from the people who live and work in the Greater Golden Horseshoe region. We heard the plans are generally working well, but there is room for improvement. David Crombie, a former federal cabinet minister and former mayor of Toronto, chaired an advisory panel with members from a variety of sectors affected by the plans. The panel listened, considered and came to consensus on 87 recommendations to improve the plans. We have also met with and continue to engage with members of First Nations and Metis communities with interests in the region. 2 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Now, we are ready to move forward The proposed changes would allow our communities to continue growing in ways that attract jobs and investments, create vibrant urban centres and strong rural communities. They would also minimize impacts of urban growth on productive farmland, heritage buildings, archaeological resources, green spaces, and important natural areas. We're proposing ways for communities to grow to better meet their needs, now and in the future. We're proposing to make new communities more transit friendly to help reduce congestion These policies will also help deliver the greatest return on the government's investments in the region's transportation infrastructure. And we're going to do it in ways that better protect our farmland and natural environment. We are looking towards a greener Ontario. We are proposing to grow the Greenbelt by adding Urban River Valleys and protecting large coastal wetlands along Lake Ontario. Together, the proposed changes would also help the province and municipalities take major steps in addressing one of the most pressing issues of our generation — climate change. We now invite you to go through the proposed revisions to the plans and provide us with your feedback. You are the heart of the Greater Golden Horseshoe and Niagara Escarpment area. Let's move towards the future, together. Hon. Ted McMeekin Hon. Bill Mauro Minister of Municipal Minister of Natural Affairs and Housing Resources and Forestry Introduction The Greater Golden Horseshoe and Niagara Escarpment area is a dynamic and diverse region, rich in agricultural, natural and water resources. Managing growth and responding to challenges from climate change are essential if we are to maintain the high quality of life and internationally competitive economy we enjoy today. Over the years, the province has implemented legislation, plans, policies and programs to guide the region's growth and protect its environment. In 1985, the province established the Niagara Escarpment Plan. In 2002, it put in place the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan. In 2005, the province launched a landmark initiative for the region and created the Greenbelt Plan, followed by the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Horseshoe in 2006.These plans inform other provincial initiatives, such as Metrolinx's Regional Transportation Plan (also known as "The Big Move"). The Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review The province initiated a co-ordinated review of the four plans in 2015. Members of the public, stakeholders, municipalities and organizations provided feedback on how the plans are performing and how they may be improved. To support the co-ordinated review, the province appointed an advisory panel. Panel members attended public meetings, reviewed submissions, met with stakeholders, and spoke with experts. The advisory panel made 87 recommendations to help the plans better meet their objectives. This report is available at Ontario.ca/landuseplanningreview. Co-ordinoted Review Town Hall meeting in Peterborough 3 4 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE A IBM Y GO bus station in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area Urban growth in downtown Toronto The province also met with First Nations and Metis communities with an interest in the region to discuss the plans. Several of these communities provided feedback and offered suggestions on how the plans could be improved. The government is committed to continuing this process and honouring its obligations to Indigenous peoples. This guide makes it easy to see how changes from the co-ordinated review have been reflected in the amendments proposed to the four plans. If you need more detailed information on the precise wording of a change or definitions of a term used in this guide, please refer to the proposed plans. The proposed plans are also available at Ontario.ca/landuseplanningreview. The chapters in this guide describe the key proposed changes to the four plans across the following themes: ► Building Complete Communities ► Supporting Agriculture ► Protecting Natural Heritage and Water ► Growing the Greenbelt ► Addressing Climate Change ► Integrating Infrastructure ► Improving Plan Implementation ► Measuring Performance, Promoting Awareness and Increasing Engagement The Greater Golden Horseshoe and Niagara Escarpment Area Lake HuR M COUNTY OF BRUCE G—Wen Bay 4 DUIITY OF SIMCOE COUNTY OF GREY COUNTY DUFFER NOF COUNTY OF WELLINGTON CITY OF GUWH REGI O4= wATE SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE S COUNTY OF PETERBOROUGH CITYKA1WA � !M6 CITY OF �f.PIET BOROUGH COUNTY OF 1 • .,,. v. NORTHUMBERLANP, RE(i�N OF tri DU � s. i NIAGARA HALbiMAND- COUNTY t Lake Erie G Urban Growth Centres ..... Boundary between Inner- and Outer -Ring Municipalities Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe Area Designated Greenfield Area — Conceptual ■ Built -Up Area — Conceptual First dations Reserves Greenbelt Area Greenbelt Plan Area as proposed (Protected Countryside and Urban River Valleys) Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan Area ■ Niagara Escarpment Plan Area Note: The information displayed on this map is not to scale, does not accurately reflect approved land use and planning boundaries, and may be out of date. For more information on precise boundaries, the appropriate municipality should be consulted. For more information on proposed Greenbelt Area boundaries, the Greenbelt Plan 2016 should be consulted.The Province of Ontario assumes no responsibility or liability for any consequences of any use made of this map. 6 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Building Complete Communities Whether they are urban, suburban or rural, complete communities share many common characteristics. They are places where homes, jobs, schools, community services, parks and recreation facilities are easily accessible. Complete communities encourage active transportation, like walking or biking, support public transit, and provide opportunities for people to connect with one another. Complete communities are more compact, occupy less land, reduce the costs of infrastructure and offer access to healthy local food. They also provide a range of employment opportunities and a mix of housing that offers a range of affordability. With all of these characteristics, complete communities contribute significantly to a high quality of life. The Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe already includes measures to encourage the development of complete communities. For example, municipalities are already required to: ► Develop and grow with a mix of uses, such as residential, employment, cultural, recreational and other uses that contribute to building complete communities. ► Intensify by accommodating a large portion of residential growth in areas that are already built-up, especially around transit and in urban growth centres (existing and emerging downtowns). ► Plan for a minimum density of people living and working in new development areas known as "designated greenfield areas" ► Protect land used primarily for employment from being converted to non -employment uses, such as housing. Street retail in Waterloo National Ballet School and mixed-use development in Toronto Separately, the existing plans restrict the expansion of municipalities' urban boundaries, known as "settlement areas" Combined, these approaches have begun to reduce the amount of new land needed for growth and helped preserve natural and agricultural areas. The proposed changes would take the plans further towards building complete communities. They would increase density and intensification targets, promote transit supportive density, encourage the development of community hubs and provide greater protection for agricultural land and natural heritage features. In summary, the proposed changes would: ► Provide more guidance on achieving complete communities and require municipalities to plan for sustainable and livable communities. ► Increase the intensification target in the Growth Plan to a minimum of 60 per cent of all new residential development occurring annually in the existing built-up area. SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE ► Increase the designated greenfield area density target in the Growth Plan to a minimum of 80 residents and jobs per hectare (excluding certain non - developable natural heritage features, such as wetlands and woodlands, rights of way for certain infrastructure, and "prime employment areas"). ► Require municipalities to plan for density targets around major transit stations which support that type of transit. ► Show priority transit corridors in the Growth Plan where municipalities would focus transit -related planning, zoning and development efforts. New policies would also provide the province with the authority to identify additional priority transit corridors. ► Support the development of community hubs by encouraging public services to be located together in existing facilities near strategic growth areas, accessible by active transportation and transit. ► Establish stronger environmental, agricultural and planning criteria in the Growth Plan for settlement area boundary expansions. Compact urban form in Markham 7 H SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Market Commons multi -residential project in Burlington ► Require municipalities to identify and protect prime employment areas. Prime employment areas, as defined in the Growth Plan, typically accommodate uses such as warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing that require a lot of land and access to transportation infrastructure, such as highways and railway lines. Certain employment uses, such as stand-alone office buildings, would be permitted in employment areas that are not identified as "prime': New policies would serve to improve transit connections for employment areas. ► Require the province, through direction in the Growth Plan, to establish a standard methodology used by all municipalities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe for assessing land needs. ► Provide new policies in the Growth Plan to help municipalities in the outer ring (outside the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area) manage any lands that are designated but not required for growth to 2041, and provide specific tests and flexibility for appropriate growth in these municipalities. ► Strengthen policies regarding the preservation of cultural heritage to align with those in the Provincial Policy Statement. Supporting Agriculture Rural and agricultural communities in the Greater Golden Horseshoe and Niagara Escarpment area are important contributors to Ontario's economy and our quality of life. The agri-food sector supports tens of thousands of jobs, produces food consumed by people locally and all over the world, and contributes billions of dollars annually to the region's economy. The four plans currently work together to protect the region's high-quality agricultural lands from urban sprawl by restricting the expansion of settlement areas. The Greenbelt Plan already describes and protects the land base of an agricultural system. SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE The proposed changes would enhance the agricultural system to include not only the land base, but also the infrastructure and other assets (e.g., food and beverage processors, cold storage, grain dryers and abattoirs) that collectively support a flourishing agricultural sector. Supporting local farms Proposed changes to the Growth Plan would require the province to identify an agricultural system for the entire Greater Golden Horseshoe that builds on the Greenbelt, in collaboration with municipalities. Municipalities would be required to plan to protect the agricultural system's long-term viability. The types of uses allowed on agricultural land would also be clarified by making the plans' policies consistent with those in the Provincial Policy Statement. New policies would ensure a thriving agricultural sector and support the production and availability of locally -grown food in our communities. Farmers'Market in Burlington Grape harvest in Niagara Region 10 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Reducing conflict between land uses Farming and cattle in Caledon Locally grown fruit The proposed policy changes would reduce conflicts between agricultural and non- agricultural land uses (such as residential areas, major infrastructure or natural heritage). The plans would support the agricultural sector by clarifying when and how new or expanded agriculture and related uses (e.g., farm sheds) would be permitted next to natural heritage features (e.g., wetlands and woodlands) and hydrological features (e.g., streams and inland lakes), while still protecting natural heritage and hydrological features. To minimize impacts that infrastructure and other developments could have on agricultural operations, municipalities and other proponents would be required to do agricultural impact assessments for proposed settlement area expansions or major new infrastructure projects. In summary, the proposed changes would: ► Require that the province, in collaboration with municipalities, identify an agriculture system for the entire Greater Golden Horseshoe that builds on the Greenbelt. Municipalities would be required to plan to protect the agricultural system's long-term viability. ► Clarify the types of uses permitted in prime agricultural areas (e.g., on-farm diversified uses such as home industries and agri-tourism) to align with the Provincial Policy Statement. ► Clarify how setbacks from natural features (e.g., streams) would apply to new or expanded buildings for agricultural uses, agricultural -related uses and on-farm diversified uses on agricultural land. SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Protecting Natural Heritage and Water The Greater Golden Horseshoe and Niagara Escarpment area are home to many unique plants and animals. The region's natural heritage features and systems sustain valuable ecosystems that ensure a high quality of life. For example, they clean our water and air, help control floods, and store carbon that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. They help us address climate change, as well as provide spaces for recreation and reflection. The region is home to a vibrant system of lakes, rivers and streams including Lake Ontario, Lake Huron, Lake Erie and Lake Simcoe, as well as many hydrogeologic formations called aquifers (underground water reservoirs). Water sustains life. In the face of the dramatic growth we expect in the coming decades, we need to strengthen our efforts to preserve and protect this precious resource and direct growth to areas that can best accommodate it. The four plans already have common objectives to protect, maintain and improve natural heritage features and water quality and quantity. For example, the current Greenbelt Plan and Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan restrict development near key natural areas such as lakes, streams, wetlands and significant woodlands. Enhancing protection for natural heritage and water resource systems Under the proposed changes, the province would identify a natural heritage system in the Greater Golden Horseshoe, outside of the Greenbelt Area. Natural heritage systems are made up of natural features and areas (e.g., wetlands and woodlands) and the lands linking them. In rural areas, the Growth Plan would require protections for the natural heritage system similar to those that exist in the Greenbelt Plan. In existing settlement areas, the protections in the Provincial Policy Statement for natural heritage systems would continue to apply. Municipalities would be required to A river in the Rouge Valley maintain the interconnections and diversity of the natural heritage system on any new lands added to a settlement area. Revised water policies in the Greenbelt Plan would require development in important water features, such as significant groundwater recharge areas, to ensure that water quantity and quality is maintained.This is also reflected in new policies in the Growth Plan applicable to rural areas. Proposed revisions to the Niagara Escarpment Plan's water resource policies would be aligned more closely with other provincial land use plans. 11 12 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Natural area and river in St. Jacobs Watersheds are the area of land drained by a particular river. By requiring watershed planning, the Growth Plan and Greenbelt Plan would be aligned with the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan. Watershed planning identifies water resource systems and informs planning for water and wastewater servicing and stormwater management. This ensures that as communities grow, water quality and quantity is protected, improved or restored. Proposed policies in the plans would encourage municipalities to develop ways to re -use soil excavated from developments (i.e., "fill") and include sustainable soil management practices in planning approvals. The goal is to sustainably manage excess soil produced by infrastructure and other development projects. Land use designation mapping in the Niagara Escarpment Plan, some of which dates back to 1985, would be updated to ensure it is accurate and current. In summary, the proposed changes would: ► Require the province to identify a natural heritage system across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. ► Apply natural heritage and water protection policies consistent with the Greenbelt Plan outside settlement areas across the entire Greater Golden Horseshoe. ► Direct municipalities to avoid settlement area expansion into natural heritage systems with important water features, where possible. ► Require that natural heritage systems are protected if and when they are incorporated into an expanded settlement area. ► Require watershed planning across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. ► Encourage municipalities to develop soil re -use strategies and sustainably manage excess soil through planning approvals. ► Update land use designation mapping in the Niagara Escarpment Plan to reflect the most current and accurate information. Growing the Greenbelt The Greenbelt Area comprises 800,000 hectares (almost two million acres) covered by the Greenbelt Plan, the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan, and the Niagara Escarpment Plan. These three Greenbelt plans permanently protect important natural heritage and agricultural areas from urban sprawl. They also support a wide range of economic, recreational and cultural opportunities. Proposed amendments If approved, new policies in the Greenbelt Plan would describe ways the Greenbelt could be grown. Specifically, 21 major river valleys and seven associated coastal wetlands would be added to the Greenbelt Plan's "Urban River Valley"designation. SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE In addition, four parcels of land identified by the City of Hamilton and the Region of Niagara would be added to the Greenbelt Plan's"Protected Countryside" designation. Proposed new policies in the Greenbelt Plan would support a provincially led process to identify additional areas of ecological significance and important water features where urbanization should not occur.This work would build on the Greenbelt Plan by considering connections to the agricultural, natural heritage and water resource systems. The province is also looking at the possible expansion of the Greenbelt outside of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area where important water resources are under pressure from urban growth. Glenorchy Conservation Area in Oakville Natural area outside of Burlington 13 14 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Wetland in Caledon Under the proposed changes to the Greenbelt Plan, municipal support would not be required to add new lands to the Greenbelt. The Niagara Escarpment Commission has proposed expanding the Niagara Escarpment Plan Area by approximately 45,000 hectares to provide greater protection to the Niagara Escarpment's natural heritage and water features and functions, and its cultural heritage and scenic resources. The Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry has asked the Niagara Escarpment Commission to seek feedback from the public, municipalities, First Nations and Metis communities, and stakeholders on these proposals. In summary, the proposed changes would: ► Grow the Greenbelt to include major river valleys and large coastal wetlands."Urban River Valley" policies in the Greenbelt Plan would apply only to publicly owned lands in these areas (existing land use permissions on privately owned lands in "Urban River Valley" areas would not change). ► Not require municipal support to add lands to the Greenbelt. ► Add four parcels of land identified by the City of Hamilton and Niagara Region to the Greenbelt Plan's "Protected Countryside" designation. Protected Countryside policies would apply to both public and private land in these four new areas. Addressing Climate Change Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing our generation. Ontario is a leader in North America in the fight against climate change. We are taking strong action now to protect Ontario's economy, environment, and quality of life. Since most of Ontario's greenhouse gas emissions originate in the transportation, industrial and building sectors, the impact of the four plans' policies on these activities has implications for the province's climate change goals. Ontario's Climate Change Strategy identifies improved transportation and land use planning initiatives as key to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The strategy helps Ontario move towards "net -zero communities" These communities use low -carbon or carbon -free sources of energy and offset the release of any greenhouse gas emissions they produce. The four plans' policies support reducing greenhouse gas emissions to address the impacts of climate change. The plans work together to curb urban sprawl and create healthy, walkable, higher -density SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE 15 communities that support transit and have more green space. Since these compact, complete communities are more energy efficient, they also produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions. The Greenbelt acts as a carbon sink. It absorbs and stores greenhouse gases, reducing the region's overall emissions. The Greater Golden Horseshoe's agricultural land and water resources will become increasingly important as other food producing regions face lower crop yields due to changes in weather patterns. Responding to climate change The proposed revisions to the plans would require all municipalities in the Greater Golden Horseshoe to incorporate climate change policies in their official plans. These policies would help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address climate change adaptation goals. Municipalities in the Greater Golden Horseshoe would also be encouraged to inventory greenhouse gas emissions and develop targets to reduce them. Under proposed new policies in the Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan and Oak Ridges Solorpanel installation in southwestern Ontario Moraine Conservation Plan, municipalities would be required to develop plans for managing stormwater in their settlement areas. These plans would incorporate low -impact development techniques (which manage rainfall at the source) and green infrastructure. Proposals for major developments (e.g., plans of subdivision, settlement area expansions, and secondary plans) would have to be supported by plans for stormwater management. Municipalities would also be required to examine their infrastructure for weaknesses and identify priority actions to increase their resilience and decrease the risks associated with extreme weather events. 16 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Storm management park in Unionville Flood risk reduction infrastructure in Corktown Common Park, Toronto Other proposed changes to the plans, described in greater detail in other sections, would also make an important contribution to Ontario's Climate Change Strategy. These include increased intensification targets, higher density targets for greenfield developments, and enhanced policies that support transit in the Growth Plan. In addition to using less land for growth, the plans'policies are intended to make transit use a sustainable and preferred choice.The enhanced policies pertaining to agriculture and natural heritage (e.g., wetlands and woodlands) would further protect and restore ecosystem services and green infrastructure, helping us mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change. In summary, the proposed changes would: ► Require upper- and single -tier municipalities to incorporate climate change policies in their official plans, consistent with the objectives of the province's Climate Change Strategy and greenhouse gas reduction targets. ► Encourage municipalities to develop greenhouse gas inventories, emission reduction strategies, and related targets and performance measures. ► Require municipalities to undertake more comprehensive stormwater management planning for their settlement areas and for major developments and to examine their infrastructure for weaknesses associated with climate change. ► Encourage the use of green infrastructure and require low -impact development techniques that include integrating green space in design strategies, landscaping with native plants, and using natural water systems to generate less runoff from developed land. ► Enhance policies to align with those in the Provincial Policy Statement regarding planning for resilient infrastructure. SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE 17 Integrating Infrastructure Matching infrastructure investments with long-term land use decisions makes the best use of our limited resources, reduces overall costs and can shorten construction time. It ensures that infrastructure is built where it is needed, when it is needed. The Growth Plan, the Greenbelt Plan and the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan all have policies that promote a co-ordinated approach to infrastructure and land use planning.The population and employment forecasts of the Growth Plan are used by municipalities to develop their official plans. The official plans, in turn, inform the planning for transportation, water, wastewater, stormwater management and other infrastructure. Integrating land use and infrastructure planning Proposed changes would ensure a more integrated approach to land use and infrastructure planning. All major planned and existing transportation corridors (e.g., highways and railroads), intermodal hubs (where goods are moved from one type of transport to another), and major ports are identified in an updated Schedule 6 of the Growth Plan ("Moving Goods"). All major planned and existing transit corridors are shown in an updated Schedule 5 ("Moving People"). To ensure efficient and quick movement of goods and a stronger manufacturing economy, municipalities would be required to use provincially established freight -supportive planning practices. New policies in the Growth Plan would also protect existing and planned infrastructure corridors from being impacted by conflicting adjacent land uses. GO transit on the Milton rail corridor Viva bus stop in York Region 18 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Light rail transit construction, Region of Waterloo Policies would also encourage the placement of linear infrastructure (e.g., roads, pipes, and electricity transmission wires) all together in the same areas or corridors, where appropriate. Enhanced density and intensification requirements, particularly around major transit station areas, would ensure value for money and provide residents with transportation options. Requiring plans for managing stormwater before expanding settlement area boundaries or permitting major development would also help to better align land use with infrastructure planning. Encouraging public services to locate together in existing public buildings would help establish community hubs that integrate services while reducing the cost of constructing new facilities. Making these changes will better link provincial initiatives including the review of Metrolinx's"The Big Move, the implementation of Regional Express Rail service across the region, and the ongoing development of the Greater Golden Horseshoe Multimodal Transportation Plan. In summary, the proposed changes would: ► Direct planning authorities to take an integrated approach to land use and infrastructure planning. ► Include mapping of planned, conceptual, and existing transportation corridors, as well as major ports and intermodal hubs. ► Include mapping of the region's higher order transit network, including priority transit corridors. ► Clarify requirements in the Growth Plan to protect infrastructure corridors and support the movement of goods. ► Encourage the placement of linear infrastructure together in the same areas or corridors, where appropriate. Improving Plan Implementation The four plans were established at different times, for different areas, and with different but complementary visions. There are differences in the direction they provide, the terminology that they use, and how they interact with other planning documents. The Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan, and the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan are implemented by local governments through the municipal planning process. Municipalities must amend their official plans to conform with these plans within specific, but differing timeframes. The province proposes to co-ordinate when these revised plans will come into effect. The deadline for municipalities to conform with the Growth Plan would be set to give municipalities, stakeholders and provincial ministries sufficient time to implement the range of changes proposed. The Niagara Escarpment Plan is implemented by the Niagara Escarpment Commission through the approval of development permits in the plan area. To better harmonize and SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE align with the rest of the planning framework in the region, including the Provincial Policy Statement, the Niagara Escarpment Plan's policies would be updated and streamlined. Generally, any decisions made on land use planning matters on or after the effective dates of revised plans would be subject to the revised policies. Decisions made before the effective date would have to conform with the existing plans. Many of the proposed changes aim to make the policies in the four plans consistent and fully integrated with each other and the Provincial Policy Statement. To support the implementation of all of the proposed changes to the four plans, guidance materials will be produced for the following areas: ► Standard methodology for land needs assessment. ► Identification of an agricultural system and related guidance. ► Mapping of a natural heritage system outside of the Greenbelt Area. Mount Pleasant Village development in Brampton Cycling in Port Credit Mississauga 19 20 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Retail and transportation options in Roncesvolles, Toronto Public square in Brampton ► Watershed planning and stormwater management. ► Developing greenhouse gas inventories, targets and emission reduction strategies. In summary, the proposed changes would: ► Align with other provincial initiatives which complement the land use planning framework in the region (e.g., the Lake Simcoe Protection Plan, Ontario's Great Lakes Strategy and source water protection plans). ► Clarify in the Growth Plan how municipalities allocate and plan to accommodate their forecasted growth to ensure opportunities for intensification, support for transit and the development of complete communities are maximized. ► Require in the Growth Plan that only those upper- and single -tier municipalities in the outer ring of the Greater Golden Horseshoe without urban growth centres would be eligible for alternative targets for intensification and greenfield density. Municipalities would have to revisit their existing targets. Revised policies would also require that any alternative target for a municipality be publicly requested by its council. ► Require upper- and single -tier municipalities to measure and report on implementation. ► Update and streamline the Niagara Escarpment Plan's policies and land use designations and align them with those found in the other plans and the Provincial Policy Statement. SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Measuring Performance, Promoting Awareness and Increasing Engagement We received suggestions from experts, stakeholders, municipalities, conservation authorities, First Nations and Metis communities, the public, and the advisory panel about the steps we need to take beyond the policies contained in the four plans. Measuring the four plans' performance and promoting public awareness and engagement were mentioned as top priorities. Reliable data and information will be essential to implementing the plans' objectives and determining if the desired changes are taking effect. To meet this goal, the province will work with stakeholders, municipalities, conservation authorities, First Nations and Metis communities, experts and the general public to monitor the implementation and progress of the plans. In addition, upper - and single -tier municipalities would have to report on plan implementation regularly. The province would also now have the authority to obtain data directly from municipalities on implementation. To ensure the success of the four plans, the province and the Niagara Escarpment Commission will, over the longer-term, build on their existing education and outreach programs to explain the intent of the plans, report on their progress, and promote their benefits. Co-ordinoted Review regional Town Hall meeting in Ajax 21 22 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Seeking Feedback The Ontario government is seeking Other ways to provide feedback feedback on the proposed changes You also have the option to submit comments to the plans. using one of the other methods listed below. Provide your feedback We want to hear your comments and feedback on the proposed changes to the plans. Please visit www.ontario.ca/landuseplannin reg view.to: ► Submit or upload your feedback and comments using the online e -form by September 30, 2016. ► Learn more about attending a Public Open House in your area. Environmental Bill of Rights Registry at www.ontario.ca/ebr 1. Proposed Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2016. Notice #012-7194 2. Proposed Greenbelt Plan (2016). Notice #012-7195 3. Proposed Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (2016). Notice #012-7197 4. Proposed Niagara Escarpment Plan (2016). Notice #012-7228 5. Proposed Amendment to the Greenbelt Area Boundary Regulation. Notice #012-7198 Walking on the Martin Goodman Trail in Toronto All comments received on proposed changes to the Niagara Escarpment Plan will also be shared with the Niagara Escarpment Commission. Comments can also be submitted directly to the Niagara Escarpment Commission at www.escarpment.org/planreview. Regulatory Registry at www.ontariocanada.com/registry 1. Proposed Amendment to the Greenbelt Area Boundary Regulation Notice #16-MAH017 Proposed Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (2016). Notice #16-MAH016 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE 23 Comments may also be mailed to: Land Use Planning Review Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Ontario Growth Secretariat 777 Bay Street, Suite 425 (4th floor) Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 The deadline for providing feedback is September 30, 2016. 24 SHAPING LAND USE IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Notice Regarding Collection of Information Any collection of personal information for the Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review is in accordance with subsection 39(2) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It is collected under the authority of the legislation establishing the four plans for the purpose of obtaining input on revisions to the plans. If you have questions about the collection, use, and disclosure of this information, please contact: Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Senior Information and Privacy Advisor 777 Bay Street Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2E5 416-585-7094 Organizations and Businesses: Comments or submissions made on behalf of an organization or business may be shared or disclosed. By submitting comments you are deemed to consent to the sharing of information contained in the comments and your business contact information. Business contact information is the name, title and contact information of anyone submitting comments in a business, professional or official capacity. Individuals: Personal contact information will be used only to contact you and will not be shared. Please be aware that any comments provided may be shared or disclosed once personal information is removed. Personal information includes your name, home address and personal e-mail address. 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