MINUTES
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PUBLIC MEETING
APRIL 20, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
Meeting No. 4
All
Members of Council
Development
Services
Chair: Councillor
J. Webster
Vice-Chair: Councillor D.
Horchik
Attendance
|
Mayor F. Scarpitti Regional Councillor G. Landon Regional Councillor J. Virgilio Councillor E. Shapero Councillor D. Hamilton Councillor C. Moretti Councillor J. Webster Councillor D. Horchik Councillor L. Kanapathi Councillor A. Chiu Regrets Deputy Mayor J. Heath Regional Councillor J. Jones Councillor V. Burke |
B. Karumanchery, Senior Development Manager R. Kendall, Manager, Central District E. Mak, Planner S. Muradali, Planner II A. Tari, Committee Clerk |
The Development Services
Public Meeting convened at
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None disclosed.
1. FLATO
MEADOWS INC.
APPLICATION FOR ZONING BY-LAW
AMENDMENT
AND DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
ON THE
SOUTH SIDE OF HELEN AVENUE
(ZA 10 109547, SU 10 109548) (10.5,
10.7)
Mr. Biju Karumanchery, Senior Development Manager advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider an application submitted by Flato Meadows Inc. for Zoning By-law amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision to permit new residential development at 251 and 271 Helen Avenue and the abutting lot to the east in South Unionville (ZA 10 109547 & SU 10 109548).
The Committee Clerk advised that 154 notices were mailed on
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses and outstanding issues.
The Committee inquired if any sustainability measures are being incorporated into this development. Mr. Shakir Rehmatullah, Flato Management, advised that they are looking at using energy star appliances and will meet with the Ward Councillor to discuss other sustainable measures. The Ward Councillor requested that staff assist in expediting this application.
Mr. Rehmatullah presented the Committee with proposed elevations of the residential development. Staff indicated that the proposed densities still need to be finalized.
Mr. Glenn Baron,
The Committee inquired about the available servicing
allocation. Staff indicated that
The Committee inquired whether the staff recommendation report could be presented to Development Services Committee prior to the summer recess. Staff indicated that there are many issues to be worked out and will try to expedite as much as possible. Staff advised that as the negotiations continue there may be some additional townhomes because of minimum lot size requirements. Mr. Rehmatullah stated they are willing to work out the density issues with staff as soon as possible.
Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Councillor C. Moretti
1) That the Development
Services Commission report dated April 20, 2010, titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Flato Meadows Inc. Zoning By-law amendment and Draft Plan
of Subdivision applications to permit new residential development consisting of
single-detached, semi-detached and townhouse dwellings and the extension of Caboto Trail, Peshawar Avenue and Harry Cook Drive, at 251
and 271 Helen Avenue and the abutting lot to the east in South Unionville (ZA
10 109547 & SU 10 109548)” be received; and,
2) That the record of the
Public Meeting held on April 20, 2010, with respect to the proposed amendments
to Zoning By-laws 304-87 and 177-96, as amended, and the proposed Draft Plan of
Subdivision, be received; and further,
3) That staff be directed
to prepare a recommendation report for the applications by Flato
Meadows Inc. to amend Zoning By-laws 304-87 and 177-96, as amended, and for the
proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision.
CARRIED
2. CORNERSTONE
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH INC.
APPLICATIONS FOR ZONING BY-LAW
AMENDMENT
AND SITE PLAN APPROVAL TO
PERMIT A PLACE OF
WORSHIP / COMMUNITY CENTRE AT
9642 9TH LINE
GREENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY
(ZA 09-129155, SC 09-129156) (10.5,
10.6)
Report Attachment
Mr. Biju Karumanchery, Senior Development Manager advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider an application submitted by Cornerstone Christian Community Church Inc., for Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Approval to permit a new place of worship/community centre at 9642 9th Line, Greensborough Community (ZA 09-129155, SC 09-129156).
The Committee Clerk advised that 95 notices were mailed on
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses and outstanding issues.
The Committee inquired about
the location of the disabled parking spots and whether the spots could be
located closer to the entrance areas.
Staff advised that they will consider that when preparing the
recommendation report.
There was discussion regarding
the proposed gymnasium. The applicant
advised that it will not be strictly for members of the parish only but also for
use by the surrounding community. The
applicant provided the Committee with some examples of the various services
they hope to offer.
There was discussion regarding
the number of trees that would be removed to accommodate the parking
requirements and whether some parking spots could be shifted to preserve some
of the trees. The applicant indicated
that they are prepared to work with staff and address the concern regarding
trees.
The Committee thanked everyone
from the congregation that has come out this evening to show their support for
the application.
The Committee suggested
exploring the possibility of implementing renewable energy and arranging a
meeting with our Sustainability Office.
There were no comments from the audience with respect to this application.
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Councillor D. Hamilton
That the correspondence from Ms. Catherine Yip be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor
J. Virgilio
Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu
1) That the Development
Services Commission report dated March 23, 2010, entitled “PRELIMINARY REPORT,
Cornerstone Christian Community Church Inc., Applications for Zoning By-law
Amendment and Site Plan Approval to permit a new place of worship / community centre
at 9642 9th Line, Greensborough Community, File Numbers: ZA 09-129155, SC
09-129156”, be received; and,
2) That the record of the
Public Meeting held on April 20, 2010, with respect to the proposed Zoning
By-law Amendment by Cornerstone Christian Community Church Inc. to permit a new
place of worship / community centre at 9642 9th Line (ZA 09-129155) be
received; and further,
3) That staff be directed
to prepare a recommendation report for the Zoning By-law Amendment application
(ZA 09-129155) by Cornerstone Christian Community Church Inc. to amend Zoning
By-laws 304-87 and 177-96, as amended.
CARRIED
3. 2124123 ONTARIO LIMITED
3940 HIGHWAY 7
(NORTH SIDE OF HIGHWAY 7,
WEST OF VILLAGE PARKWAY)
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT,
REZONING AND DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION TO
PERMIT A MEDIUM AND HIGH DENSITY
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
FILES.: OPA 07 134436, ZA 07 134461, SU 07 134454 (10.3, 10.5, 10.7)
Mr. Biju Karumanchery, Senior Development Manager advised the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider an application submitted by 2124123 Ontario Limited for Official Plan Amendment, rezoning and draft plan of subdivision to permit a medium and high density residential development at 3940 Highway 7 (north side of Highway 7, west of Village Parkway).
The Committee Clerk advised that 63 notices were mailed on
Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses and outstanding issues.
Mr. Moiz Behar, M. Behar Planning & Design Inc. delivered a PowerPoint presentation regarding the applications for 3940 Highway 7. He also provided some images to provide a better sense of their proposal. Mr. Behar confirmed that the building will be LEED certified.
The Ward Councillor indicated that he would have appreciated meeting with the applicant prior to the proposal being presented to Committee. There was discussion regarding what will be developed between Landmark and Street A. Mr. Behar advised that at this point they have no plans for that piece of land.
There was brief discussion with respect to the parking ratio for this development.
Ms. Ann Laxton, Unionville Villagers Association addressed Committee on behalf of Mr. Harry Eaglesham, Unionville Ratepayers Association who could not attend tonight’s meeting and stated concern with the number of notices sent out for this application. Mr. Eaglesham believes that there should be a broader notice circulation similar to the applications within Markham Centre.
The Committee discussed whether future applications within Unionville should include a circulation radius larger than the required 120 metre in the Planning Act. Staff advised that unless otherwise directed by Council resolution applications receive the notice requirements as prescribed by the Planning Act.
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Virgilio
That the correspondence from Ms. Maria Yau be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Virgilio
Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon
1) That the staff report dated March 18,
2008 entitled “Preliminary Report, 2124123 Ontario Limited, 3940 Highway 7
(north side of Highway 7, west of Village Parkway), applications for Official
Plan Amendment, rezoning and draft plan of subdivision to permit a medium and
high density residential development,” be received; and,
2) That the Record of the
Public Meeting held on April 20, 2010 with respect to the proposed amendments,
be received; and,
3) That staff be authorized to continue discussions with the applicant to address the issues outlined in the March 18, 2008 staff report in the context of the Town’s Highway 7 Precinct Plan Study; and further,
4) That upon resolution of the outstanding issues, staff is directed to prepare a recommendation report for the applications submitted by 2124123 Ontario Limited; and further,
5) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services
Public Meeting adjourned at
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