MINUTES

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE

2006-04-18

Meeting No. 8

All Members of Council

Development Services Economic Development

Chair: Councillor G. McKelvey Chair: Councillor J. Virgilio

Vice-Chair: Councillor D. Horchik

PART A - 11:00 a.m. - Canada Room

PART B - 1:00 p.m. - Council Chamber

Attendance

Mayor D. Cousens (12:00, left – 4:45) Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti (left – 3:00) Regional Councillor J. Heath (1:15) Regional Councillor J. Jones Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell Councillor S. Daurio Councillor E. Shapero (11:30, left – 5:50) Councillor J. Virgilio (12:15) Councillor J. Webster Councillor G. McKelvey Councillor D. Horchik Councillor K. Usman (11:15) Councillor A. Chiu (left: 12:00 – 1:30, left – 5:20)

J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer J. Baird, Commissioner of Development Services A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services M. Boyce, Senior Policy Coordinator A. Brown, Director of Engineering C. Conrad, Town Solicitor S. Chait, Director, Economic Development D. Ciastko, Senior Economic Development Officer D. Clark, Town Architect B. Cribbett, Treasurer L. Duoba, Project Coordinator S. Heaslip, Senior Project Coordinator R. Hutcheson, Manager, Heritage Planning L. Irvine, Manager, Parks and Open Space Planning I. James, Senior Planner, Urban Design B. Karumanchery, Manager, East District R. Kendall, Manager, Central District T. Lambe, Manager, Policy and Research J. Lustig, Director of Financial and Client Services S. Marsh, Senior Planner, Urban Design A. Mukherjee, Manager, Transportation Engineering G. Sellars, Senior Planner V. Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design N. Surti, Planner K. Webber, Administrative Assistant B. Wiles, Manager of Licensing and Enforcement L. Wimmer, Senior Planner, Urban Design M. Wouters, Senior Planner K. Bavington, Committee Clerk

The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 11:05 a.m. in the Canada Room with Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair. Councillor J. Virgilio assumed the Chair for Economic Development items, Nos. 27 and 28.

DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST – None Declared

1. DRAFT CORNELL SECONDARY PLAN
RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBOURHOODS, PARKS,
OPEN SPACE, AND TRANSPORTATION (10.3)

Staff gave a presentation on the residential neighbourhoods, parks and open space components of the draft Cornell Secondary Plan. Cornell has 4.31 acres of open space per 1,000 population, whereas the Markham average is 3 acres. Committee compared the parkland acreage from the 1994 plan to the current plan, and requested an e-mail detailing the changes.

Staff gave a presentation regarding transportation in Cornell, and discussed transit, parking, roads, and Traffic Demand Management issues. A consultant has been retained to prepare a transportation analysis.

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

Seconded by: Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti

That the staff presentation regarding the Draft Cornell Secondary Plan, residential neighbourhoods, parks, open space, and transportation, be received.

CARRIED

2. FIVE YEAR CAPITAL PROJECTS
PARKS CONSTRUCTION PLAN (6.3)

Staff outlined the 2006 – 2010 Capital Projects Parks Construction Plan, for consideration in the Development Charges review scheduled for later in 2006. Staff advised that 153 ha. of new parks will have been established between 2004 and 2012, at an estimated cost of $75 million.

An update was provided regarding current community park construction in Wismer, Angus Glen, and the Villages of Fairtree. Staff will report back to the Committee later this year on a long-term financial strategy and adjusted Development Charges for the parks program.

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

That the staff presentation regarding the Five Year Capital Projects, Parks Construction Plan, be received.

CARRIED

3. CITY OF TORONTO DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
MIDDLEFIELD ROAD TO MORNINGSIDE CREEK (13.5.2)

The Committee discussed various cross-border transportation and planning issues, and noted that the City of Toronto has indicated they have no interest in York Region’s recommended Morningside extension, south of Steeles Avenue. The importance of a cooperative effort between Markham and Toronto, perhaps through the Mayor’s Joint Committee, was emphasized.

A motion to request intervention by the Province was considered, and the Committee agreed to receive a staff update at the General Committee meeting on April 24, 2006, prior to taking any action. Staff was requested to review the possibility of land acquisition.

Moved by: Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by: Councillor J. Virgilio

That the staff presentation regarding City of Toronto development activity, Middlefield Road to Morningside Creek, be received.

CARRIED

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4. LEGAL MATTER (6.3, 8.2)

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

Seconded by: Councillor D. Horchik

That the Development Services Committee recess in-camera at 5:50 p.m. to discuss a legal matter.

CARRIED

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

That the Committee rise from in-camera at 6:15 p.m.

CARRIED

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5. PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS (12.2.6)

The following staff were presented with service awards:

Brian Hall, Parks Labourer/Driver, Operations, Park Central Shop – 30 years

Warren Watson, Fitness Coordinator, Centennial Community Centre – 20 years

Robert Hincks, Group Leader, Central Parks Shop – 20 years

Terry Fowler, Parks Labourer/Driver, Central Parks Shop – 15 years

Judie Ellsmere-Poole, Customer Service Rep., Armadale Community Centre – 15 years

Robert Tadmore, Coordinator, Geomatics/GIS Advocate, Planning and Urban Design – 10 years

Peter Veiga, Supervisor, Waste Management Operations – 10 years

Jeff Heaman, Arborist, Parks – Forestry – 10 years

Nick Katsoulis, Firefighter, Fire and Emergency Services – 10 years

James Pink, Firefighter, Fire and Emergency Services – 10 years

Christopher Lane, Firefighter, Fire and Emergency Services – 10 years

Jason Best, Firefighter, Fire and Emergency Services – 10 years

Donald Maich, Firefighter, Fire and Emergency Services – 10 years

Robert West, Firefighter, Fire and Emergency Services – 5 years

Selva Thuraiappah, Financial Analyst, Accounting, Financial Services – 5 years

Miranda Miluzzi, Manager, Tax and Cash Management, Financial Services – 5 years

John Swan, Manager, Client Service Delivery, Information Technology Service – 5 years

John Ryerson, Manager, Art Gallery – 3 years

Marco Antonellis, Building Inspector I, Building Inspections – 3 years

Melissa VanBerkum, Assistant Town Solicitor – Legal Services – 3 years

Murray Boyce, Senior Project Coordinator, Planning and Urban Design – 3 years

6. ROUGE PARK PRESENTATION
SUCCESSES, VISION, AND MOVING FORWARD (13.0)

Gord Weeden and Louis Yeager of Rouge Park, made a presentation regarding the Rouge Park: Successes, Vision, and Moving Forward.

The Committee discussed Federal action with respect to the airport land and the growing importance of open space as the population grows. Committee also discussed the development and administration of the Bob Hunter Park.

Questions were raised concerning the Rouge Park’s position on advocacy funding, and Mr. Weeden advised that a criteria is being established prior to making a final decision on this issue. Committee requested that when the Rouge Park determines it’s position, a written statement be provided to the Town.

Appreciation was expressed for the leadership and work of the Rouge Park.

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Councillor J. Webster

That the presentation by Gord Weeden and Louis Yeager of Rouge Park, regarding the Rouge Park: Successes, Vision, and Moving Forward, be received.

CARRIED

7. REPORT ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 11, 2006 TO MARCH 24, 2006 (10.0)

Report

Staff clarified that the application by Woodbine International Hotel, Trade and Conference Centre would be presented to the Committee and is not delegated to staff.

Committee expressed concern for the number of portable classrooms being proposed by the York Region District School Board and deferred approval of nine such applications until the School Board has made the presentation on this issue, scheduled for May 15, 2006 at the General Committee meeting, or sooner if it can be arranged.

Committee requested details of the parking structure for Kolter Properties Limited, by e-mail.

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That Committee receive the report entitled “Report on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of February 11, 2006 to March 24, 2006” and direct staff to process the applications in accordance with the route outlined in the report, except for nine applications for portable school classrooms;.

And that the nine applications for portable school classrooms be deferred until the York Region District School Board has made a presentation regarding this issue.

CARRIED

8. DELEGATED APPROVALS REPORTS (10.6)

Report

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That Council be advised that in accordance with Delegation By-law 2002-202, and additional site specific delegations authorized by Development Services Committee, the Commissioner of Development Services or the Director of Planning and Urban Design have approved applications listed in the report dated April 18, 2006.

CARRIED

9. 2006 FIRST QUARTER UPDATE OF THE
STREET NAME RESERVE LIST (10.14)

Report Attach

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That Development Services Committee receive the updated street name reserve list for the first quarter of 2006, attached as Appendix ‘A’ to the April 18, 2006 staff report.

CARRIED

10. DESIGNATION UNDER PART IV OF THE ONTARIO
HERITAGE ACT, JOHN RAMER HOUSE AND BARN
6278 19^TH AVENUE, ARBOR MEMORIAL SERVICES INC. (16.11.3)

Report Attach

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That as recommended by Heritage Markham, the John Ramer House and Barn– 6278 19^th Avenue be approved for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage value or interest;

And that the Clerk’s Department be authorized to publish and serve Council’s Notice of Intention to Designate as per the requirements of the Ontario Heritage Act;

And that if there are no objections to the designation in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be authorized to place a designation by-law before Council for adoption;

And that if there are any objections in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be directed to refer the proposed designation to the Ontario Conservation Review Board.

CARRIED

11. OFFICIAL PLAN OFFICE CONSOLIDATION (JULY 2005) (10.3)

Report

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the report dated April 18, 2006 entitled “Official Plan Office Consolidation (July 2005)” be received.

CARRIED

12. FLATO DEVELOPMENT INC., 272 OLD KENNEDY ROAD
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND DRAFT PLAN OF
SUBDIVISION FOR 62 RESIDENTIAL UNITS, AND
COMMERCIAL, PARK AND SCHOOL BLOCKS
(ZA 06 106303, SU 06 106298) (10.5, 10.7)

Report 1 2 3 4 5

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications for Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision (ZA 06 106303, SU 06 106298), submitted by Flato Development Inc. to permit 62 residential units and commercial, park and school blocks at 272 Old Kennedy Road.

CARRIED

13. LITTLE’S MEADOW LAWN FAIRWAY
EAST OF NINTH LINE, NORTH OF STEELES AVENUE
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT FOR GOLF DRIVING
RANGE (ZA 06 108306) (10.5)

Report 1 2 3 4

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the Zoning By-law Amendment application (ZA 06 108306) submitted by Little’s Meadow Lawn Fairway, to permit a golf driving range as a temporary use on lands located east of Ninth Line, north of Steeles Avenue.

CARRIED

14. MILLER PAVING LIMITED, 7781 WOODBINE AVENUE
DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION (19TM06001) FOR
INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT BLOCKS
(SU 06 105672) (10.7)

Report 1 2 3 4

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That at Public Meeting be held to consider the application submitted by Miller Paving Limited for draft plan of subdivision (19TM06001) to create industrial and commercial development at 7781 Woodbine Avenue.

CARRIED

15. RICHARD KEARNEY, 373 MAIN STREET N.
RE-ZONING APPLICATION TO PERMIT
OFFICE COMMERCIAL USES (ZA 06 106151) (10.5)

Report Attach

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the re-zoning application submitted by Richard Kearney to add office commercial uses as a permitted use at 373 Main Street, which is currently zoned residential.

CARRIED

16. TOWN TRANSFER OF UTILITY EASEMENTS TO BELL CANADA
WOODBINE MACKENZIE SUBDIVISION, PHASE I (10.0)

Report A B C D

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the report entitled “Town Transfer of Utility Easements to Bell Canada, Woodbine Mackenzie Subdivision, Phase 1,” dated April 18, 2006 be received;

And that a by-law be enacted authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute the conveyance of an easement to Bell Canada in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor over part of Block 147, Plan 65M-3670, designated as Part 1, Plan 65R-26491, for the purpose of installing an above ground cabinet by Bell Canada;

And that such conveyance shall be granted by the Town of Markham to Bell Canada after the following conditions are met:

a) A payment of $1,000.00 plus G.S.T. for Legal expenses plus disbursements,

b) A payment of $1,000.00 plus G.S.T. in total for Engineering fees,

c) A payment of $1,000.00 plus G.S.T. in total for Landscape fees,

d) A payment of $10,000.00 for the easement, defined as Part 1, Plan 65R-26491,

e) Completion of all landscape works by September 30, 2006, as per approved landscape drawings dated April 1, 2005, for an approximate total cost of $28,500.00,

f) The Urban Design Department receiving a certificate of completion prepared by the landscape architect,

g) The Urban Design Department, in consultation with the Engineering Department, provide written confirmation of completion for the landscape works to the Legal Department,

And that the Development Service Commission and Legal Department report back with a policy as to the location, approval process, location and compensation for large utility vaults in new/existing communities. CARRIED

17. IBM CANADA LTD., 8200 WARDEN AVENUE
EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY USE BY-LAW
TO PERMIT A TEMPORARY PARKING LOT (ZA 06 110406) (10.5)

Report 1 2 3 4

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That a Public Meeting be scheduled to consider the zoning application (ZA 06-110406) by IBM Canada Limited to extend the Temporary Use By-law permitting the temporary surface parking lot at 8200 Warden Avenue for an additional three years;

And that the expanded notice procedures for applications in Markham Centre not be applied to this application.

CARRIED

18. DUDLEY KISSOORE, 68 CACHET PARKWAY
OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO PERMIT SEVERANCE
AND CREATION OF ADDITION LOT (OP 06 106110) (10.3)

Report 1 2 3 4 Attach

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That the application submitted by Dudley Kissoore to re-designate 68 Cachet Parkway from Rural Residential to Urban Residential in order to permit the severance and subsequent creation of an additional residential lot be denied.

CARRIED

19. FRONT AND EXTERIOR YARD PARKING
IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS (ZA 04 025944) (10.5)

Report Figures By-Law Correspondence Financial

Committee received correspondence from Eileen Liasi and other residents of German Mills, with concerns regarding the proposal for front and exterior yard parking in residential areas.

Staff gave a presentation on the background of the front and exterior yard parking issue in residential areas. Input has been considered, and a strategy has been prepared for consideration involving refinements to the zoning by-law, an education plan, and on-street parking enforcement components. A Consultant will assist in developing a communication plan, and enforcement will not commence until the spring of 2007 to allow for compliance and education.

Staff clarified that improper parking pads do not have to be removed, unless they are within municipal boulevards, but they cannot be parked on. Grandfathering is not included in the provisions, but if it is legally non-conforming, such as in older areas where it may pre-date the by-laws, it would be allowed to continue. Owners may also apply for a Minor Variance, which would qualify for the reduced $650 technical variance fee.

Committee discussed at length circular driveways, education and communication plans, on-street parking and grandfathering issues.

Robin Sommer, 31 Brooke Road, suggested that insufficient notice had been provided for this meeting. Staff reviewed notification practices.

Eileen Liasi, 9 Aberfeldy Crescent, referred to the correspondence provided to the Committee, and stated her concerns regarding notification. Ms. Liasi advised that her neighbours in Thornhill are also opposed to the by-law amendments, as the proposal is too severe and would greatly impact small single-family dwellings. Ms. Liasi requested that widenings be permitted that leave 50% of the lot width in landscaping, and that grandfathering be permitted, and suggested deferral to allow for more notification.

Shirley Mootoo, 48 Karen Miles Crescent, suggested that education is required regarding public boulevards, and that more public notification is required. Ms. Mootoo discussed permitted widths for single-garage driveways.

Stephanie Myers, 19 German Mills Road, requested that the matter be deferred.

Staff responded to comments and advised that they are comfortable with the proposed zoning provisions. Staff discussed grandfathering, on-street parking, and the public communications and education program. Enforcement would not start until 2007, and would first be applied to the worst contraventions. Staff also noted that it is not reasonable to legitimize all illegal situations by enforcing the standards on a go-forward basis.

Committee discussed the need for more public education and to advise builders of new regulations. Current regulations are advertised on the Town’s web page and in the home-buyers guide. It was noted that education cannot occur until the by-law is enacted, as the provisions of the by-law could change. Suggestion were made to form a community working group and to provide a warning clause in Agreements of Purchase and Sale.

Concern was expressed for potential delays in dealing with this matter, as complaints are being received, and driveways are being illegally widened in anticipation of the new regulations.

A Motion to defer this matter for one month to allow for a Public Meeting to be held, was lost.

A Motion to add “in Principle” to the end of the clause dealing with endorsement of the strategy to regulate private property parking, was lost.

Committee agreed to change the word “program” to “regulations” in the clause dealing with the communications strategy.

Committee requested notice of this matter being considered at the Council Meeting scheduled for April 25, 2006, be provided to anyone with an interest.

Committee consented to vote on each clause separately.

Moved by: Councillor S. Daurio

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

That correspondence dated April 17, 2006, from Eileen Liasi and other residents of German Mills, with concerns regarding the proposed front and exterior yard parking provisions in residential areas, be received;

And that the deputations by Robin Sommer, Eileen Liasi, Shirley Mootoo, and Stephanie Myers, with objections o the proposed Front and Exterior Yard Parking regulations, be received;

And that the report to Development Services Committee dated April 18, 2006 entitled “Front and Exterior Yard Parking in Residential Areas, Recommendation Report, File No. ZA 04 025944” be received;

And that the Record of the Public Meeting held on November 22, 2005, with respect to the proposed amendments to the Town’s Zoning By-laws be received;

And that the strategy to regulate private property parking in front and exterior yards outlined in an August 30, 2005 staff report, presented at the November 22, 2005 Public Meeting and further refined and described in the April 18, 2006 staff report, comprised of zoning, communications, on street parking and enforcement components, be endorsed;

And that Council determine pursuant to Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, that no further Public Notice is required;

And that an amending By-law to implement the zoning component of the strategy be approved and the implementing amendments to the Town’s By-laws be finalized and enacted;

And that Corporate Services Commission staff be authorized to retain consultants to develop a communications strategy and plan for all components of the proposed strategy and for the development of best practices and criteria for an on-street parking permit regulations;

And that a $50,000 capital project be established, funded from the 2006 Operating Surplus, if any, and the Corporate Rate Stabilization Reserve, if required, for the development of a communication strategy and plan (including a public notification process and production costs) and development of best practices and criteria for the establishment of an overnight on-street parking permit program, using external suppliers.

CARRIED

20. NEAMSBY INVESTMENTS INC.;
MAURO GUGLIELMO AND FULTON HOMES LTD.;
NEAMSBY INVESTMENTS INC. AND 517737 ONTARIO LTD.
AND CEDARLAND PROPERTIES LTD.; 1113529 ONTARIO INC.
5659, 5685, 5711, 5757, 5821, 5845, 5865, 5875, & 5933 14^TH AVENUE
INDUSTRIAL PLANS OF SUBDIVISION AND
IMPLEMENTING ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
SU 06 107231 (19TM-06005) & ZA 06 107241
SU 06 105719 (19TM-06002) & ZA 06 105729
SU 06 107288 (19TM-06006) & ZA 06 107293
SU 06 109644 (19TM-06010) (10.5, 10.7)

Report 1 2 3 4 5 Letter

Committee received correspondence from Tony Masongsong, representing 1113529 Ontario Inc., requesting an adjustment to the application fees. Donald Hindson, representing 113529 Ontario Inc., made a deputation regarding this issue.

Moved by: Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications submitted by Neamsby Investments Inc. (19TM-06005); Mauro Guglielmo and Fulton Homes Limited (19TM-06002); Neamsby Investments Inc., 517737 Ontario Ltd and Cedarland Properties Ltd. (19TM-06006); and 1113529 Ontario Inc. (19TM-06010) for approval of four proposed industrial plan of subdivisions and implementing zoning by-laws for properties located on the south side of 14^th Avenue between Markham Road and Middlefield Road, municipally known as 5659, 5685, 5711, 5757, 5821, 5845, 5865, 5875 and 5933 14^th Avenue.

CARRIED

Moved by: Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That the correspondence dated March 17, 2006, from Tony Masongsong of Masongsong Associates Engineering Limited, representing 1113529 Ontario Inc., requesting an adjustment to the application fees, be received;

And that the deputation by Donald Hindson, representing 113529 Ontario Inc., application File SU 06 109644, be received;

And that the 2005 fee structure be applied to the applications submitted by 113529 Ontario Inc.

CARRIED

21. SITE ALTERATION BY-LAW (10.0)

Report Attach

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the report entitled “Site Alteration By-law to Regulate or Prohibit Removal of Topsoil, Placing or Dumping of Fill and Alteration of Grade of Land within the Town of Markham” dated April 18, 2006, be received;

And that the “Site Alteration By-law” to regulate or prohibit removal of topsoil, placing or dumping of fill and alteration of grade of land with the Town of Markham be enacted in a form substantially similar to Attachment ‘1’ hereto and to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering and the Town Solicitor;

And that By-laws # 215-91 and # 2001-53 be repealed upon enactment of the new By-law;

And that Fee By-law # 2002-276 be amended to authorize the imposition of the fees and charges as set out in Attachment ‘2’;

And that an application for a set fine order by the Regional Senior Justice of the Ontario Court of Justice regarding offences under the new Site Alteration By-law be made by the Town Clerk;

And that Mr. G. McMillian, Senior Manager, Resource Sciences, Water and Energy Management of the Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) be provided with a copy of this Report and the resolution of Council in respect of same.

CARRIED

22. LEISUREWORLD INC. (HILTON SUITES HOTEL)
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HIGHWAY #7
AND WARDEN AVENUE, MARKHAM CENTRE
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO PERMIT A
CONDOMINIUM APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT (ZA 04 012403) (10.5)

Report 1 2 3 4

Committee received correspondence from Barry A. Horosko of Bratty and Partners, representing 2015776 Ontario Inc., adjacent land owner, with comments regarding road development.

Staff explained that the recommendation for zoning approval includes ‘Hold’ provisions that will ensure standard Markham Centre standards and conditions are met, including road dedication and easements.

Herman Grad and Al Libel were in attendance representing Leisureworld Inc., (Hilton Suites Hotel) and provided assurances that the applicant is working with staff to finalize easements, dedications, and other requirements.

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

That correspondence from Barry A. Horosko of Bratty and Partners, representing 2015776 Ontario Inc., land owner to the west and south of the property subject to the application by Leisureworld Inc, with comments regarding road development, be received;

And that the deputation by Herman Grad and Al Libel representing Leisureworld Inc., (Hilton Suites Hotel), be received;.

And that the staff report entitled “Recommendation Report, Leisureworld Inc. (Hilton Suites Hotel), Zoning By-law Amendment Application to permit a Condominium Apartment Development (File number ZA 04 012403)” be received;

And that the Zoning By-law Amendment application be approved and the draft Zoning By-law Amendments be finalized and enacted.

CARRIED

23. CONSIDERATION OF THE APPROPRIATE NAME FOR
THE EXISTING NINTH LINE IN BOX GROVE COMMUNITY (10.14)

Report 1 2

Committee agreed to defer this matter to allow more time to provide notice to interested persons.

Moved by: Councillor J. Webster

Seconded by: Councillor E. Shapero

That consideration of the staff report and recommendation dated April 18, 2006, regarding the appropriate name for the existing Ninth Line in the Box Grove Community, be deferred to the May 2, 2006 Development Services Committee meeting to allow notice to be provided.

CARRIED

24. 1297482 ONTARIO INC. 7713 KENNEDY ROAD
OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
AND SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR APARTMENT BUILDING
(OP 05 012450, ZA 05 008482, SC 05 008498) (10.3, 10.5, 10.7)

Report 1 2 3 4 A

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That the Official Plan Amendment application (OP 05 012450) submitted by 1297482 Ontario Limited to permit a 4-storey apartment building containing 16 units at 7713 Kennedy Road, on the east side of Kennedy Road south of 14^th Avenue, be approved and the draft Official Plan Amendment be finalized and adopted;

And that the Zoning By-law Amendment application (ZA 05 008482) to amend By-law 193-81, as amended, submitted by 1297482 Ontario Limited to permit a 4-storey apartment building containing 16 units at 7713 Kennedy Road, on the east side of Kennedy Road south of 14^th Avenue, be approved and the draft Zoning By-law Amendment be finalized and enacted;

And that the Site Plan application (SC 05 008498) submitted by 129742 Ontario Limited to permit a 4-storey apartment building containing 16 units at 7713 Kennedy Road, on the east side of Kennedy Road south of 14^th Avenue, be endorsed in principle, subject to the standard conditions listed in Appendix ‘C’;

And that servicing allocation for 16 units be granted to the proposed apartment development as per Council’s November 29, 2005, resolution;

And that the Region of York be advised of the servicing allocation for this development;

And that the Town reserve the right to revoke or reallocate water and sewage allocation at its sole discretion;

And that the Owner provide the necessary serving easements to the Town;

And that the applicant be required to pay their proportionate share of the Hwy. 48 flow control measures, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering.

CARRIED

25. 1297482 ONTARIO INC. 14^TH AVE. EAST OF KENNEDY RD.
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND DRAFT PLAN OF
SUBDIVISION (19TM-05001) FOR DETACHED DWELLINGS
(SU 05 008628, ZA 05 008640) (10.5, 10.7)

Report Maps A B

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

That draft plan of subdivision 19TM-05001 (SU 05 008628) located on lands south of 14^th Avenue, east of Kennedy Road, at the west end of Chiavatti Drive, proposed by 1297482 Ontario Limited, be draft approved subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix ‘A’ and any additional conditions to be submitted by the Region of York;

And that Zoning By-law Amendment application (ZA 05 008640) to amend By-law 193-81, as amended, submitted by 1297482 Ontario Limited, be approved and the implementing Zoning By-law be finalized and enacted;

And that servicing allocation for 16 units be granted to Draft Plan of Subdivision 1297482 Ontario Limited (19TM-05001) as per Council’s November 29, 2005, resolution;

And that the Region of York be advised of the servicing allocation for this development;

And that the Town reserve the right to revoke or reallocate water and sewage allocation at its sole discretion;

And that the Owner provide a 3-metre wide servicing easement to the Town along the north lot line of Lot 16;

And that the applicant be required to pay their proportionate share of the Hwy. 48 flow control measures, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering;

And that the applicant provide to the Town the required payment of 30% subdivision processing fees in accordance with the Town’s Fee By-law (By-law 2005-357).

CARRIED

26. WYNBERRY DEVELOPMENTS INC.
WISMER COMMONS COMMUNITY
PLAN OF SUBDIVSION AND IMPLEMENTING ZONING
BY-LAW (SU 01 119048 (19TM-01020 PHASE 2) ZO 01 119040) (10.7, 10.5)

Report 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B

Committee received correspondence from:

- Kara and Peter John, 8 David Gohn Circle, with concerns

- Stephen Kotyck, 10 David Gohn Circle, (February 2, 10, and 13) with concerns

- John and Karen Kessel, 18 David Gohn Circle, with concerns

- Kevin J. Hebib, 16 David Gohn Circle, with concerns

Staff reviewed the proposal and advised that due to the grading on the subject property, a height restriction is being recommended to permit only bungalows.

Bobby Bhoola, representing the applicant, Wynberry Developments Inc., and David Hill of Ballentry Homes were in attendance. They stated their concerns for the height restriction and the side yard setback requirement of six feet.

Some Committee members expressed an interest in further review and a possible site visit of the property.

Moved by: Councillor J. Virgilio

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

That correspondence from Kara and Peter John, Stephen Kotyck (3), John and Karen Kessel, and Kevin J. Hebib, with concerns regarding the proposal by Wynberry Developments Inc. in the Wismer Commons Community, be received;

And that the deputations by Bobby Bhoola, representing the applicant, Wynberry Developments Inc., and David Hill of Ballentry Homes, with concerns for the staff recommendations, be received;

And that consideration of the draft plan of subdivision 19TM-01020 (Phase 2) (Wynberry Developments Inc.), located on the south side of Monkhouse Road, east of Spencer Avenue, be deferred to the Development Services Committee meeting on May 2, 2006, to allow for further review.

CARRIED

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Councillor J. Virgilio assumed the Chair for Economic Development items, Nos. 27 and 28.

27. MARKHAM SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE CENTRE
2006/07 BUSINESS PLAN (10.16)

Report Attach

Staff gave a presentation with respect to the Markham Small Business Enterprise Centre’s 2006/07 Business Plan, and outlined the highlights from the past year.

Committee discussed the Centre’s cooperative efforts with the Library Board, and expressed appreciation for the work of the staff at the Centre.

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That the report entitled “Markham Small Business Enterprise Centre Business Plan” be received and endorsed.

CARRIED

28. MARKHAM HIGH-TECH INDUSTRY
AND LIFE SCIENCE CLUSTER (10.16)

Report Attach

Staff advised that the high-technology industry and the life sciences sector are two of the main areas of focus for the Economic Development Department’s activities in business development. The 2004 survey indicates a growth of 5.6 % in businesses and 6% in employment since 2003. Recognized as Canada’s “High-Tech” Capital, Markham has a total of 915 high-tech companies that continue to grow and prosper. Markham’s life sciences sector is also fast becoming recognized.

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the report entitled “Markham High-Tech Industry and Life Sciences Cluster” be received.

CARRIED

COMMUNICATIONS

RECOMMENDATION:

That Development Services Committee receive and consents to the disposition of Item No. 29 in the following manner:

29. REGION OF YORK, WATER AND WASTEWATER
INFRASTRUCTURE STATUS REPORT (5.3, 13.4)

Correspondence

Committee has technical questions and will be looking for information from a Regional presentation scheduled for a future General Committee meeting.

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the correspondence dated April 5, 2006 from the Transportation and Works Committee of the York Region, regarding the Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Status Report, be received,

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at the hour of 6:15 p.m.