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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-11-14Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 1 - Minutes of a meeting of the Planning and Development Committee held on Monday, November 14, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Present Were: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor S. Cooke, Councillor R. Hooper, Councillor J. Neal, Councillor W. Woo Regrets: Councillor W. Partner, Councillor C. Traill Staff Present: L. Benson, D. Crome, F. Langmaid, C. Pellarin, N. Taylor until 10:07 PM, J. Gallagher, M. Chambers 1 Call to Order Councillor Woo called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2 New Business – Introduction Councillor Hooper added a new business item, regarding the Goodyear Property, to the New Business – Consideration section of the Agenda. Councillor Neal added a new business item, regarding large houses on small lots, to the New Business – Consideration section of the Agenda. Councillor Neal added a new business item, regarding the Clarington Transformer Station, to the New Business – Consideration section of the Agenda. 3 Adopt the Agenda Resolution #PD-176-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Mayor Foster That the Agenda for the Planning and Development Committee meeting of November 14, 2016 be adopted as presented with the addition of the following New Business items: Goodyear Property Large houses on small lots Clarington Transformer Station Carried 4 Declarations of Interest Councillor Neal declared an interest in the public meeting for the Courtice Community Improvement Plan and Report PSD-062-16 regarding the Courtice Main Street Community Improvement Plan – Final Draft, Statutory Public Meeting. Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 2 - 5 Announcements Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of community interest. 6 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting Resolution #PD-177-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster That the minutes of the special meeting and regular meeting of the Planning and Development Committee, both held on October 24, 2016, be approved. Carried 7 Public Meetings 7.1 Courtice Community Improvement Plan Report: PSD-062-16 Councillor Neal declared an interest in the public meeting for the Courtice Community Improvement Plan as it relates to his law practice. Councillor Neal left the room and refrained from discussion and voting on this matter. Paul Mulé, Senior Urban Designer/Planner, Dillon Consulting Limited and Luciano P. Piccioni, President, RCI Consulting, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the Courtice Community Improvement Plan. They provided an overview of the following: Background o What is a CIP o Policy Direction Preparation of the CIP o Approach to the CIP - Customized o Project Timeline o Methodology – Broad-Based o Community Improvement Needs Consultation Results Project Area Incentive Programs o Innovative Approach o Step 1 – Minimum Intensification Targets o Step 2 – Evaluation Framework o DC Grant and TIG Next Steps o Adoption and Implementation Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 3 - Nolan Moss, Weston Consulting, spoke to the Courtice Community Improvement Plan on behalf of High Street Courtice Inc. Mr. Moss advised the Committee that High Street Courtice Inc. owns property at Highway 2 and Darlington Boulevard and they currently have active development applications. He noted that their intent is to develop high quality products and to use the full measure of the Planning Act. Mr. Moss added that it continues to be difficult to develop both high and midrise developments in Clarington. He concluded by advising the Committee that they support the CIP initiative. Mr. Moss offered to answer questions from the Committee. Jeff Goldman, Durham Custom Homes, spoke in support of the Courtice Community Improvement Plan on behalf of 2117412 Ontario Ltd. Mr. Goldman advised the Committee that they own property on the south side of Highway 2 east of Darlington Boulevard with the addresses of 1459 to 1463 Highway 2. He advised the Committee that he spoke at the Committee meeting when the Development Charges By-law was under review and raised his concerns. Mr. Goldman added that, at the same meeting, it was recommended for the area to be considered for a CIP and that it be done in a timely manner. He continued by thanking and congratulating staff and Members of Council for this CIP. Mr. Goldman commended the Municipality for investing in consultants and listening to the concerns/suggestions of the property owners in the area to achieve the goals for the community. He concluded by thanking Staff and members of Committee for preparing a CIP that will greatly benefit the community. Kim Miller, local resident, spoke to the Courtice Community Improvement Plan. She advised the Committee that she is concerned with the proposed boundary as it is very close to her property line. Ms. Miller asked for the green space and creek behind Windsor Valley Place to be excluded from the CIP. She concluded by noting that she does support development without the sacrifice of the green space, lowering of property values and reduction of privacy. Councillor Woo read a November 8, 2016 letter from Mark Christie, Manager, Community Planning and Development – East Team, from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs/Ministry of Housing, complimenting the Municipality of Clarington on their proposed Community Improvement Plan. Councillor Neal returned to the meeting. 7.2 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Glenview Neighbourhood Report: PSD-063-16 Mitch Morawetz, Planner, made a verbal and electronic presentation to the Committee regarding the application. Kyle Roberts, local resident, spoke in opposition to the application. He advised the Committee that he feels the initial intent of his neighbours was to stop the severances. Mr. Roberts stated that he is concerned with the 50 foot lot on Westmore Street which is Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 4 - directly across from his property. He continued by explaining that he feels the increase in front and side yard setbacks and 10% reduction in useable space will force developers to build up. Mr. Roberts stated that the lot on Westmore Street was originally going to be a bungaloft and now will be a two storey home. Mr. Roberts added that having a maximum garage size of 21 feet is also a concern. He feels that this requirement will restrict future use and lower the value of the existing homes. Mr. Roberts concluded by advising Committee that the residents of this area should be advised that future severances cannot be stopped and that these changes will affect the future uses of their properties. Michael Fry, D.G. Biddle & Associates, spoke to the application on behalf of Holland Homes. He made a verbal presentation to accompany a handout. Mr. Fry stated that the proposed amendment it very restrictive and makes development more difficult. He advised the Committee that he is specifically concerned with the lot frontage and lot area requirements in the proposed R1-32 zone. Mr. Fry added that this will directly affect two of properties owned by Holland Homes. He asked for a site specific exemption to the by-law for 44 Westmore Street and 4 Lynwood Avenue. Mr. Fry stated that if the exemption cannot be granted then he asked for any properties that have had approval from the Land Division Committee prior to adoption of the Community Improvement Plan be exempt from this regulation. Katrina Metzner, Holland Homes spoke to the application. Ms. Metzner made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. She advised the Committee that Holland Homes own several properties in this area. She provided background information on the involvement of Holland Homes in the Glenview neighbourhood including an Ontario Municipal Board Appeal and Land Severance applications. Ms. Metzner advised the Committee that they are working with a client to build a high end home on the double lot that would increase the value of the area. She added that, now that the interim control by-law has been approved, they are unable to proceed. Ms. Metzner showed a series of photos providing examples of the homes they are proposing for this area including a two-storey and a bungaloft. She provided an example of the proposed home design for 44 Westmore Street and 4 Lynwood Avenue. Ms. Metzner explained that, with the proposed amendment, they are only able to build a 40 foot two- storey product. She requested that the properties at 44 Westmore Street and 4 Lynwood Avenue be exempt from the proposed zoning by-law. Ms. Metzner added that if the exemption is not approved they are asking for the exterior side yard setback to be changed from 8 metres to 6.5 metres, the maximum lot coverage to be changed from 30% to 35%, and for the garage requirements in subsection i) to read that the garage door shall not be located any closer to the street line than the front wall or exterior side wall of the dwelling or covered porch. Carlo Aloe, local resident, spoke to the application. He advised the Committee that he is happy with the progress and with family homes being built on larger lots. Mr. Aloe noted that he had previously gone to the Ontario Municipal Board regarding the lot next to his property and was not successful. He added that the severances are going to happen and that he has accepted this and is moving on. Mr. Aloe advised the Committee that he Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 5 - is concerned with the severance at 4 Jane Avenue and noted there is a significant difference in the grade of the properties. He added that, if a two-storey home was built, it would tower over the neighbouring properties. Mr. Aloe concluded by requesting any future homes be lower in height and that there are no further land severances. Rick Patterson, local resident, spoke to the application. He explained to the Committee why he chose this neighbourhood. Mr. Patterson added that there are no sewers in this area and he does not feel this area will be able to accommodate more homes on smaller lots. Mr. Patterson concluded by asking for clarification on whether or not sewers will be added to the area if more homes are built. Doug Strong, local resident, spoke to the application. He advised the Committee that he moved to this area in March, 2016. Mr. Strong explained that he supports the proposed setbacks and that there are no garages to be built in front of the new homes. He added that he would prefer to see bungalofts over two-storey homes. Mr. Strong noted that the two-storey homes would affect the sunlight and privacy for neighbouring homes and requested the maximum height be reduced from 8 metres to 7 metres. Lindsey McKenna, local resident, spoke to the application. She advised the Committee that there have been many changes in this neighbourhood and the residents have been very involved in the proposed changes. Ms. McKenna added that, when previous development had occurred, they had been contacted by the developer to provide input. She concluded by explaining that she is opposed to high density housing and the proposed lot sizes are appropriate for bungalofts. Kim Miller was present on behalf of her father Clifford Miller who is a resident of this area and she spoke to the application. Ms. Miller advised the Committee that they agree with the previous delegations. She explained that they are concerned with the interim control by-law as her father is looking to sell his home and any potential buyers are hesitant to purchase a property with these restrictions. In particular, the Millers are concerned about the timing of the lifting of the interim control by-law as Mr. Miller is unable to sell his house until the matter is settled. April Gross, local resident, spoke to the application. She advised the Committee that she previously attended a meeting, as a delegation, in June, 2016, prior to the Interim Control By-law being passed. Ms. Gross explained that she has reviewed the by-law and feels that the comments of the public have been considered during development of the draft zoning by-law. She continued by noting that she is concerned with the proposed setbacks, height limits and lot sizes and whether they will complement the existing neighbourhood. Ms. Gross added that she does not feel the restrictions will force the developers to build two storey homes and that the bungalofts are almost the same height as a two storey home. She noted that she would like the maximum building height to be lower but she understands that this is a compromise and feels it is well balanced. Ms. Gross advised the Committee that she feels that the statement in the staff report that “90% of the property value is land value” is not accurate and that any existing severances can be developed within the restrictions and that no site specific exemption should be granted. She added that the Clarington Official Plan designates this area as a Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 6 - non-priority intensification area and that the by-law helps to achieve this. Ms. Gross concluded by advising the Committee that the residents are not trying to stop the severances but are trying to ensure development is more consistent with the area. Adam Hurst, local resident, spoke to the application. He advised the Committee that he appreciated the work of staff during public workshops and consultation. Mr. Hurst feels that all of the requests of the public have been addressed. He added that this application ensures that the developers will keep with the design of the existing properties. Pauline Beaton, local resident, spoke to the application. She advised the Committee that she supports the Zoning By-law amendment and feels that this is a good compromise. Ms. Beaton is aware that there will be progress and that these setbacks will allow for sizeable homes that fit in to the neighbourhoods existing design. Linda Mallett, local resident, spoke to the application. She advised with Committee that she agreed with the previous delegation. Ms. Mallett added that she does not want monster homes place on smaller lots or for the larger lots to be severed and many homes be built on those lots. Dave Unwin, local resident, spoke to the application. He advised the Committee that he is not opposed to growth within the municipality. Mr. Unwin asked for some clarification on the definition and height of a bungaloft. He added that he thought the roof line would be lower on a bungaloft. Recess Resolution #PD-178-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Cooke That the Committee recess for 10 minutes. Carried The meeting reconvened at 9:23 PM with Councillor Woo in the Chair. Alter the Agenda Resolution #PD-179-16 Moved by Mayor Foster seconded by Councillor Cooke That the Agenda be altered to consider Report PSD-063-16, Municipally-Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for properties in a portion of the Glenview Neighbourhood in Courtice. Carried Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 7 - 12.2 PSD-063-16 Municipally-Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for properties in a portion of the Glenview Neighbourhood in Courtice Resolution #PD-180-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal That Report PSD-063-16 be received; That the proposed zoning by-law amendment continue to be processed including the consideration of public comments received in the preparation of a subsequent report; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-063-16 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Carried as Amended (See following motion) Resolution #PD-181-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke That the foregoing Resolution #PD-182-16 be amended by adding the following as the third paragraph: “That Staff be directed to provide a Report to the December 5, 2016 Planning and Development Committee meeting.” Carried The foregoing Resolution #PD-180-16 was then put to a vote and carried as amended. 8 Delegations No Delegations 9 Communications - Receive for Information 9.1 Heather Brooks, Director Natural Heritage and Watershed Planning – Initiating an Update to CLOCA Watershed Plans Resolution #PD-183-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper That Communication Item 9.1, from Heather Brooks, Director Natural Heritage and Watershed Planning regarding initiating an update to CLOCA Watershed Plans, be received for information. Carried Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 8 - 10 Communications – Direction 10.1 Anna Filippo – Request to Extend the Use of Temporary Living Quarters at 260 King Lane, Darlington Resolution #PD-184-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper That the six month extension for the use of temporary living quarters at 260 King Lane, subject to signing a further Letter of Undertaking, be approved. Carried 11 Presentations. No Presentations 12 Planning Services Department Reports Councillor Neal declared an interest in Report PSD-062-16 regarding the Courtice Community Improvement Plan - Final Draft, Statutory Public Meeting as it relates to his law practice. Councillor Neal left the room and refrained from discussion and voting on this matter. 12.1 PSD-062-16 Courtice Main Street Community Improvement Plan – Final Draft, Statutory Public Meeting Resolution #PD-185-16 Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Mayor Foster That Report PSD-062-16 be received; That, subject to comments that would necessitate major revisions being received at the Public Meeting, the Courtice Main Street Community Improvement Plan be approved; That a by-law adopting the Courtice Main Street Community Improvement Plan and its area be forwarded to a subsequent Council meeting; That the financial incentives, specifically the tax increment grants and development charge grants be addressed and implemented through the annual municipal budget process; and That all interested parties listed in PSD-062-16 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Carried Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 9 - Councillor Neal returned to the meeting. 12.2 PSD-063-16 Municipally-Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for properties in a portion of the Glenview Neighbourhood in Courtice Report PSD-063-16, Municipally-Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for properties in a portion of the Glenview Neighbourhood in Courtice was considered earlier in the meeting during the delegation portion of the agenda. 12.3 PSD-065-16 Decision of the Committee of Adjustment on Minor Variance Application A2016-0059 by Newcastle Holdings. Inc. Resolution #PD-186-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Neal That Report PSD-065-16 be received; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-065-16 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 13 New Business – Consideration 13.1 Goodyear Property Resolution #PD-187-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster That Staff be directed to develop a plan to attend the Conti-Tech property (formerly owned by Goodyear) located at 40 Raynes Avenue, Bowmanville regularly to determine the security for the residents and surrounding area. Motion Withdrawn Resolution #PD-188-16 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster That Emergency Services be directed to provide periodic monitoring reports and updates on the Conti-Tech property (formerly owned by Goodyear) located at 40 Raynes Avenue, Bowmanville. Carried Planning and Development Committee Minutes November 14, 2016 - 10 - 13.2 Large Houses on Small Lots Councillor Neal indicated he would not be bringing this matter forward under New Business at this time. 13.3 Clarington Transformer Station Councillor Neal indicated he would not be bringing this matter forward under New Business at this time. 14 Unfinished Business 14.1 PSD-064-16 Durham York Energy Centre Air Quality Monitoring Results – Options for Retaining an Air Quality Expert [Referred from the July 4, 2106 Council Meeting] Resolution #PD-189-16 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Cooke That Report PSD-064-16 be received; and Council provide direction to staff on any further actions that it deems necessary. Motion Tabled (See following motion Resolution #PD-190-16 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke Whereas further information regarding air quality monitoring at the Durham York Energy Centre is forthcoming; Now therefore be it resolved that the foregoing Resolution #PD-189-16, be tabled to the January 9, 2017, Planning and Development Committee meeting. Carried