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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-05-16 Planning and Development Committee Minutes May 16, 2016 Minutes of a meeting of the Planning and Development Committee held on Monday, May 16, 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 C. Traill, Councillor W. Woo Staff Present: D. Crome, J. Gallagher, C. Fleming, L. Benson, C. Pellarin, C. Salazar 1 Call to Order Councillor Woo called the meeting to order at 7:01 PM. 2 New Business – Introduction There was no New Business introduced under this Section of the Agenda. 3 Adopt the Agenda Resolution #PD-074-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Cooke That the Agenda for the Planning and Development Committee meeting of May 16, 2016 be adopted. Carried 4 Declarations of Interest Councillor Hooper declared an interest in Report PSD-037-16 regarding an Application by Veltri and Son Limited to Permit the Creation of One Single Detached Dwelling lot on Borland Court, Bowmanville. 5 Announcements Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of community interest. - 1 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes May 16, 2016 6 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting Resolution #PD-075-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning and Development Committee, held on April 25, 2016, be approved. Carried 7 Public Meetings 7.1 Application for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Applicant: 988925 Ontario Ltd. (Otto Provenzano) Report: PSD-035-16 Paul Wirch, Planner II, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. Arlene Greenfield spoke in opposition to the application. She questioned the age of the aerial photo and felt it might be an outdated map as many of the trees in the photo have been destroyed or damaged by recent ice storms. Ms. Greenfield is concerned with the height of the buildings as they will appear to residents of Parkwood Village, located on the other side of the ravine, as six-storey buildings and will compromise the sunlight getting to the trees. She is also concerned with the design of the building to include rental apartments with balconies due to the associated noise. Ms. Greenfield expressed concern with the potential of the development to devalue the condominiums in Parkwood Village, stating many of the residents paid a premium for their homes overlooking the ravine to enjoy the serenity of the surroundings and the natural environment. She is also concerned with the integrity of the soil in the ravine being compromised and questioned whether an environmental study has been conducted. Ms. Greenfield stated that the retail establishments will create more traffic with deliveries, noise from large transport trucks and increased pollution. She is also concerned with the safety of vehicles trying to turn left from the development onto Highway #2, due to the configuration of the road. Ms. Greenfield stated that Courtice is in need of more affordable senior housing and feels there are better locations in Courtice for this type of development. Cindy Bosy spoke in support of the application. Ms. Bosy stated she has resided next to the proposed development for the past 28 years and feels the applicant has done their due diligence including any environmental studies. Ms. Bosy stated the development is also quite a distance from the area the previous speaker was referring to and that the development would have the most impact on her family. Ms. Bosy acknowledged development is the future of the area, the location is appropriate, and she is in favour of it. - 2 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes May 16, 2016 Valerie Cranmer, Valerie Cranmer & Associates, Consultant for the applicant, advised she has reviewed Report PSD-035-16 and will be working with staff and the architect to finalize the site plan and building design. She noted that once completed, she will submit the site plan application and address the comments received. Ms. Cranmer stated that all studies undertaken are available for public viewing, including an environmental study that determines the required distance the buildings must be from the ravine. Ms. Cranmer confirmed an additional report will be done once the final site plan is complete. 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 Dan Kahraman addressed the Committee concerning Report PSD-038-16, a Municipally- initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for properties fronting on Tooley Road, expressing concern with the amendment to the by-law to revise the frontage on Tooley Road for a single detached dwelling from 15 metres to 17 metres. He advised that he has resided at 3270 Tooley Road since 1995, enjoys the area and his neighbours, and the location allows him to access all the services he requires. Mr. Kahraman indicated that he is nearing retirement age and was relying on the creation and sale of a single building lot to allow him the financial means to remain in his home. He acknowledged that his property has a little over 34 metres on Tooley Road, where he could create two building lots, but to do so would require demolition of his home and cause him to move out of the area. Mr. Kahraman requested that the Committee not to approve the by-law attached to Report PSD-038-16 as it will cause him financial harm and force him out of the community. He indicated a 15 metre frontage will still be compatible with existing development on Tooley Road and narrower lots will comply with Provincial requirements for intensification in the urban area. 8.2 Clifford Curtis, Regarding Report PSD-038-16, Regarding Municipally- Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice Mr. Curtis addressed the Committee concerning Report PSD-038-16, a Municipally- initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for properties fronting on Tooley Road. Mr. Curtis indicated he resides at 3280 Tooley and owns a land-locked parcel of land at the rear of 3270 and 3280 Tooley Road. He stated that he was before Committee to support Dan Kahraman in his desire to create a 15 metre-wide lot on the south side of his existing house and also to express a few concerns with the proposed zoning by-law on Tooley Road. Mr. Curtis stated that the property at 3270 Tooley Road does not have 17 metres of frontage so it will become a legal non-conforming use after the new by-law comes into effect, noting his wife is concerned with the stigma that may be attached to the dwelling when she decides to sell it. - 3 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes May 16, 2016 Mr. Curtis also expressed concern with the Municipality being more restrictive in minimum lot sizes and the use of the environmental protection zone. Mr. Curtis stated there needs to be a mix of accommodation in the area and he enjoys the diversity of residents on Tooley Road. Mr. Curtis also expressed concern, on behalf of a few his neighbours who were interested in obtaining severances on their lots, for the Municipal requirement to free dedication of lands considered to be environmentally-protected. Mr. Curtis stated that the proposed by-law is greatly expanding the environmental protection area and this will impact development opportunities particularly on the east side of Tooley Road. Mr. Curtis requested to be advised of when the by-law is approved and to be provided with a copy. 8.3 Eleanor VonGunten, Regarding Report PSD-038-16, Regarding Municipally- Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice Eleanor VonGunten addressed the Committee regarding Report PSD-038-16, a Municipally-initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for properties fronting on Tooley Road. Ms. VonGunten advised that she is a long-time resident of 3253 Tooley Road. She stated that the majority of residents of Tooley Road are in support of the first half of the proposal to keep any future development on infill lots to conform with existing homes, as smaller lots will look out of place. Ms. VonGunten requested the definition of the word “near” as referenced in the staff report and relating to the lands in proximity to “…the future intersection of Tooley Road and Adelaide Avenue, which would permit, in addition to single detached dwellings, linked townhouses …”. She stated “near” means nothing legally and leaves the proposal open to whatever someone wanted to build. Ms. VonGunten thanked those involved in trying to resolve the issues on Tooley Road. 9 Communications - Receive for Information There were no Communications to be received for information. 10 Communications – Direction 10.1 Tara Stephens, Acting City Clerk, City of Welland – Registration, Licensing and Setting of Provincial Standards for Private Supportive Living Accommodations Resolution #PD-076-16 Moved by Mayor Foster seconded by Councillor Neal That the resolution from the City of Welland, with respect to legislation concerning Private Supportive Living Accommodations, be received for information. Carried - 4 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes May 16, 2016 11 Presentations No Presentations. 12 Planning Services Department Reports 12.1 PSD-035-16 An Application by 988925 Ontario Inc. to Permit Two, Five-Storey Mixed Use Buildings in Courtice Town Centre Resolution #PD-077-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Cooke That Report PSD-035-16 be received; 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 That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-035-16 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Carried 12.2 PSD-036-16 Draft Zoning By-law for the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan Area – East of Farewell Creek Resolution #PD-078-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke That Report PSD-036-16 be received for information. Carried - 5 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes May 16, 2016 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 Councillor Hooper declared an interest in Report PSD-037-16, An Application by Veltri and Son Limited to Permit the Creation of One Single Detached Dwelling lot on Borland Court, Bowmanville, as a member of his family lives directly across from the subject property. Councillor Hooper left the room and refrained from discussion and voting on this matter. Resolution #PD-079-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal That Report PSD-037-16 be received; 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; 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; 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 That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-037-16 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Carried Councillor Hooper returned to meeting. 12.4 PSD-038-16 Municipally-Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Properties Fronting on Tooley Road in Courtice Resolution #PD-080-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal 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 with the exception that the southerly 14.8 metres of the lot at 3270 Tooley Road be zoned with a special exception permitting a minimum interior lot frontage of 14.5 metres but containing all other provisions of the R1-95 zone. That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-038-16 and Council's decision; and - 6 - Planning and Development Committee Minutes May 16, 2016 That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-038-16 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. (See following motions) Councillor Neal subsequently withdrew his seconding of Resolution #PD-080-16. Resolution #PD-081-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Cooke 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 with the exception that the southerly 14.8 metres of the lot at 3270 Tooley Road be zoned with a special exception permitting a minimum interior lot frontage of 14.5 metres but containing all other provisions of the R1-95 zone. 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. Carried Later in the meeting (See following motion) Resolution #PD-082-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill That Report PSD-038-16 be referred back to staff to advise all residents of the ability to request an exception to the proposed Zoning By-law. Motion Lost The foregoing Resolution #PD-081-16 was then put to a vote and carried. 12.5 PSD-039-16 Upcoming Release of Draft Official Plan Amendment for the Comprehensive Official Plan Review Resolution #PD-082-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper That Planning Services Report PSD-039-16 be received for information. Carried - 7 - Planning and Development Committee ClaringtonMinutes May 16, 2016 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 Resolution #PD-083-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster That Report PSD-040-16 be received for information. Carried 13 New Business — Consideration There were no items considered under this section of the Agenda. 14 Unfinished Business There were no items considered under this section of the Agenda. 15 Confidential Reports There were no Confidential Reports scheduled under this Section of the Agenda. 16 Adjournment Resolution #PD-084-16 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill That the meeting adjourn at 8:30 PM. Carried Chair Clerk - 8 -