MINUTES
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PUBLIC MEETING
September
16, 2008
Meeting No. 8
All
Members of Council
Development
Services
Chair: Councillor J. Webster
Vice-Chair: Councillor D. Horchik
Attendance
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Mayor F. Scarpitti Deputy Mayor J. Heath Regional Councillor J. Jones Regional Councillor T. Wong Councillor V. Burke Councillor E. Shapero Councillor C. Moretti Councillor J. Webster Councillor D. Horchik Councillor L. Kanapathi Councillor A. Chiu Regrets Regional Councillor G. Landon Councillor J. Virgilio |
R. Blake, Manager, West District S. Bordone, Planner D. Cheng, Senior Planner G. Day, Planner B. Karumanchery, Manager, East District R. Kendall, Manager, Central District V. Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design A. Tari, Committee Clerk |
The Development Services Public
Meeting convened at
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None disclosed.
1. RED
BANNER DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
APPLICATION
TO CLARIFY THE RANGE AND NATURE OF
PERMITTED USES AND AMEND THE
PARKING STANDARDS
FOR 5970 AND 5990 16TH
AVENUE.
(ZA 08 115374) (10.5)
The Chair advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider an application submitted by Red Banner Developments Limited to clarify the range and nature of the permitted uses and to amend the parking standards to the lands municipally known as 5970 and 5990 16th Avenue (ZA 08 115374).
The Committee Clerk advised that 58 notices were mailed on
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses and next steps.
Staff confirmed that access availability to the Museum will remain.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this application.
Moved by Councillor C. Moretti
Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu
That the
Development Services Commission report dated
That the Record of
the Public Meeting held on September 16 2008, with respect to the applications
by Red Banner Developments Limited, for
Zoning By-law Amendment, be received; and,
That the
applications by Red Banner Developments Limited for Zoning
By-law Amendment to
amend By-law 1229, as amended, be approved; and further,
That the proposed
amendments to By-law 1229, as amended, be enacted without further notice.
CARRIED
2. MARKHAM
STOUFFVILLE HOSPITAL
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
APPLICATION
TO PERMIT THE HOSPITAL
EXPANSION
(ZA 08 111302) (10.5)
The Chair advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider an application submitted by Markham Stouffville Hospital to amend the Town's Zoning By-laws to permit an expansion to the lands municipally known as 381 Church Street (ZA 08 111302).
The Committee Clerk advised that 140 notices were mailed on
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses and next steps.
Mr. Mac Cosburn, Vice President of Redevelopment –
Mr. Bill Nankivell, CEO – Bregman + Hamann Architects delivered a PowerPoint presentation explaining where the project is heading. The presentation included: program parameters, functional programs, existing vehicular circulation and access, existing Hospital link with the community, community centre and library, site relations and sustainability initiatives.
Staff advised that the newly
acquired lands can not be included with this application and will have to be
dealt with separately. Staff also
advised that the By-law is being constructed to provide the Hospital with a
great deal of flexibility to accommodate their needs. Staff is working together with the Hospital’s
planning consultant.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this application.
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Councillor L. Kanapathi
That the
correspondence from Carolyn Dunn,
CARRIED
Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Regional Councillor T. Wong
That the report from the
Development Services Commission dated
That the Record of the
Public Meeting held on September 16, 2008, with respect to the rezoning
application submitted by Markham Stouffville Hospital to amend By-laws 304-87
and 1229, both as amended, be received; and,
That the
application by Markham Stouffville Hospital to amend By-laws 304-87 and 1229,
both as amended, be approved; and further,
That the proposed
amendments to By-laws 304-87 and 1229, both as amended, be enacted without
further notice.
CARRIED
3. APPLICATIONS
FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
APPROVAL AND REZONING BY
VETMAR LIMITED
11050 WOODBINE AVENUE
(SU 07 127303 & ZA 07
127193)
TO PERMIT A MIXED
EMPLOYMENT/RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT IN THE 404 NORTH
PLANNING DISTRICT (10.7, 10.5)
The Chair advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider an application submitted by Vetmar Limited to amend the Zoning By-laws to permit a draft plan of subdivision at the lands municipally known as 11050 Woodbine Avenue (SU 07 127303 and ZA 07 127193)
The Committee Clerk advised that 140 notices were mailed on
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses and outstanding issues.
Mr. Michael E. Kusner, addressed the Committee with respect to the
proposed applications for
The Committee suggested that Staff meet with the
Moved
by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded
by Councillor D. Horchik
That
the correspondence from Mark Resnick, Monarch Corporation, be received.
CARRIED
Moved
by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded
by Councillor C. Moretti
That the Development Services Commission report dated
That the Record of the Public Meeting held on September 16 2008, with respect to the applications by Vetmar Limited, for draft plan of subdivision approvals and Zoning by-law Amendments, be received; and,
That Staff report back to the
Development Services Committee with respect to servicing for the three
residential lots; and further,
That the applications by Vetmar
Limited, for draft plan of subdivision approval and Zoning by-law
Amendment be referred back to staff for reports and recommendations.
CARRIED
4. WOODBINE
INTERNATIONAL CENTRE CORPORATION &
WOODBINE INTERNATIONAL HOTEL
CORPORATION
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN
AND
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS TO
PERMIT
A MIXED-USE HOTEL, RETAIL, AND
CONFERENCE
AND TRADE CENTRE AT 9390
WOODBINE AVENUE
(OP 07 129406 & ZA 07
129420)
(10.3, 10.5)
The Chair advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider an application submitted by Woodbine International Centre Corporation & Woodbine International Hotel Corporation for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments to permit a mixed-use hotel, retail, conference and trade centre at 9390 Woodbine Avenue (OP 07 129406 and ZA 07 129420).
The Committee Clerk advised that 88 notices were mailed on
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses and issues to be resolved.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this application.
There was discussion regarding Metrus Developments’s request to include
Block 70, Plan 65M-3459 as part of the
Ms.
Mr. Sol Wassermuhl, Page & Steele Inc., delivered a PowerPoint presentation regarding the proposed Woodbine International Centre advising the project will be striving for Silver LEED certification. He advised that the proposal is a significant distance from the existing residential community. The proposal will be fenced with vegetation buffer to further alleviate noise to the residential areas.
Mr. Dave Richardson, MMM Group, delivered a PowerPoint presentation outlining the site’s transportation demand management, generated traffic and traffic conditions.
Staff advised that they have met with the Region of York on site and were informed that the property does not fall within the criteria of a woodlot area. Staff also advised that a tree conservation plan and inventory have been requested. The Committee suggested having the status reconfirmed by the Region of York.
The Ward Councillor advised the Committee that two Community Information Meetings (October 2005 and May 2008) have taken place and most of the issues raised by the residents have been addressed.
The Committee congratulated the applicant for all their green
initiatives that are being incorporated into their development. Committee believes this is an overall
exciting project and will be a showcase for the Town of
The Committee requested that the details of the underground parking be presented when they are available to ensure sufficient lighting is incorporated and all other guidelines are met.
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Mayor F. Scarpitti
That the correspondence from Nik Mracis, Metrus Developments Inc., be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the report from the Development Services
Commission dated February 19, 2008, entitled “Preliminary Report, Woodbine
International Centre Corporation & Woodbine International Hotel Corporation,
Applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to permit a
mixed-use hotel, retail, conference and trade centre at 9390 Woodbine Avenue,
OP 07 129406 & ZA 07 129420” be received; and,
That the Record of the Public Meeting held on September 16, 2008, with
respect to the applications submitted by Woodbine International Centre Corporation & Woodbine International
Hotel Corporation to amend the Official Plan (Revised 1987) and Zoning By-law
165-80, as amended, be received; and further,
That the applications be referred back to staff for further review and
a report evaluating the proposal to the Development
Services Committee in November 2008 subject to Staff obtaining all required outstanding
studies from the applicant.
5. APPLICATIONS
FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
APPROVAL AND REZONING BY:
a. MAJORWOOD
DEVELOPMENTS INC.,
2938 MAJOR MACKENZIE DRIVE
EAST
(FILE NO. SU 02 118584; ZA 08
112735);
b. HERITAGE
AT CATHEDRAL – MONARCH CORPORATION
PART LOT 22, CONCESSION 3
(FILE NO. SU 05 011381; ZA 08
112151);
c. 1696913
ONTARIO INC.
2901 ELGIN MILLS RD E.,
(FORMERLY TUCCIARONE FAMILY)
(FILE NO. SU 01 110126; ZA 08 112322);
d. HERITAGE
AT VICTORIA SQUARE - MONARCH CORPORATION
PART LOTS 26 AND 27,
CONCESSION 3
(NORTHWEST QUADRANT OF ELGIN
MILLS RD. E.
AND WOODBINE AVENUE
(FILE NO. SU 05 010966; ZA 08
112753);
TO PERMIT THE SECOND PHASES OF
RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT IN THE WEST
CATHEDRAL COMMUNITY
(10.7, 10.5)
The Chair advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider applications for draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendments submitted by Majorwood Developments Inc., 2938 Major Mackenzie Drive East (SU 02 118584 and ZA 08 112735), Heritage at Cathedral - Monarch Corporation, Part Lot 22, Concession 3 (SU 05 011381 and ZA 08 112151), 1696913 Ontario Inc., 2901 Elgin Mills Road East (formerly Tucciarone Family) (SU 01 110126 and ZA 08 112322), Heritage at Victoria Square - Monarch Corporation, Part Lots 26 and 27, Concession 3 (northwest quadrant of Elgin Mills Road East and Woodbine Avenue) (SU 05 010966 and ZA 08 112753).
The Committee Clerk advised that 27 notices for Majorwood Development;
48 notices for Monarch Corporation; 51 notices for 1696913 Ontario Inc.; 38
notices for Monarch Corporation (Heritage at Victoria Square) were mailed on August
27, 2008, and Public Meeting signs were posted on August 25, 2008 (Majorwood
Development); August 22, 2008 (Monarch Corporation); August 1, 2008 (1696913
Ontario Inc.); August 22, 2008 (Monarch Corporation – Heritage at Victoria Square). No written submissions were received
regarding these proposals.
Ms. Valerie Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design, advised the Committee that these four proposals are second phases for draft plan subdivision and zoning amendment approvals within the Cathedral Community.
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposals, the locations, and outstanding issues.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this application.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu
That the Development Services Commission report dated
That the Record of the Public Meeting held on September 16 2008, with respect to the applications by Majorwood Developments Inc., Monarch Corporation, and 1696913 Ontario Inc., (Formerly Tucciarone Family), for draft plan of subdivision approvals and Zoning by-law Amendments, be received; and,
That the applications by Majorwood
Developments Inc., Monarch Corporation, and 1696913 Ontario Inc., (Formerly
Tucciarone Family), to amend By-law 304-87 as amended, be
approved; and further,
That By-law 304-87 and 177-96, as amended, be enacted once both the presale and indemnity
agreements are executed between the owners, the Town and the Region.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services
Public Meeting adjourned at the hour of