MINUTES

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE

2006-02-21

Meeting No. 5

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 (left 3:00) Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti Regional Councillor J. Heath Regional Councillor J. Jones Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell Councillor S. Daurio Councillor E. Shapero Councillor J. Virgilio (12:10, left 3:00)) Councillor J. Webster Councillor G. McKelvey Councillor D. Horchik Councillor K. Usman (11:30) Councillor A. Chiu (left 3:00)

J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer J. Baird, Commissioner of Development Services A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services R. Blake, Senior Project Coordinator S. Bordone, Planner B. Boxma, Solicitor M. Boyce, Senior Policy Coordinator C. Conrad, Town Solicitor S. Chait, Director, Economic Development D. Clark, Town Architect L. Duoba, Project Coordinator R. Kendall, Senior Project Coordinator T. Lambe, Manager, Policy and Research D. Miller, Senior Planner N. Pileggi, Planner V. Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design B. Varner, Real Property Manager 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.

DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST – None Declared

Catherine Conrad, Town Solicitor, introduced the new staff Solicitor, Bob Boxma.

The Mayor congratulated three Markham residents who are members of the Olympic Gold-Metal womens’ hockey team, and advised that they will be recognized at a future Council meeting.

1. BILL 51 – AN ACT TO AMEND THE PLANNING ACT
AND THE CONSERVATION LAND ACT (13.2)

Report

Staff reviewed the background and the purpose of Bill 51, and summarized the proposed amendments in three categories: planning and financial tools; process changes; and, Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) reforms. The Act also facilitates conservation easements.

Committee discussed the most significant impacts to the Town:

- zoning conformity within three years of an Official Plan amendment;

- local appeal body to deal with minor variances and consent applications; and

- mandatory Public Open Houses prior to Public Meetings

Clarification is required from the Province on expectations for the Town to change urban boundaries in accordance with legislative-identified areas, as per the Places to Grow initiative, and what tools or controls will be available.

It was suggested that the Open House policy be refined, to exclude routine applications. Committee expressed support for planning and financial tools provided to support energy and urban sustainability, for architectural control provisions, and for OMB reforms.

The Town’s comments will be forwarded to the Province and staff will report back to Development Services Committee after enactment of Bill 51 with recommendations regarding implications.

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the staff presentation regarding Bill 51, an Act to amend the Planning Act and the Conservation Act, be received;

And that the staff report entitled “Comments on Bill 51 – An Act to amend the Planning Act and the Conservation Land Act”, dated February 7, 2006 be received;

And that staff report back to Development Services Committee, after the enactment of Bill 51, regarding impacts on Planning Department work flow, processes and resource allocation;

And that support be expressed for the provision of planning and financial tools to support energy and urban sustainability, for architectural control provisions, and for Ontario Municipal Board reforms;

And that the proposal to update municipal zoning by-laws within three years of completing a new or revised official plan be deleted from Bill 51;

And that, prior to third reading of Bill 51, the Province consider incorporating additional refinements to the Act as outlined in the August 30, 2004 report to Development Services Committee and this report, including amongst other things the following:

1. Further amend the Planning Act to:

a. introduce new provisions under Section 41 and 51 to require, as a condition of approval of a plan of subdivision or site plan, conveyance into public ownership, of valleylands and woodlots and associated ecological lands, where a municipality has identified such lands a part of a natural heritage system through its Official Plan, at no expense to a municipality or conservation authority;

b. introduce a new criterion under Section 51(24) to strengthen a municipality’s capability to conserve cultural heritage resources and provide for their incorporation in developing communities;

c. harmonize the Planning Act and Environmental Assessment Act processes;

d. place the onus of demonstrating an error or impropriety of decision-making or failure of process on the appellant at the Municipal Board;

e. refine the requirement to hold an Open House prior to a Public Meeting, to exclude routine applications;

And that the Province be requested to clarify expectations for the Town to change urban boundaries in accordance with legislative-identified areas;

And that Council again request the Province, through the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to make a commitment to deliver new fiscal tools including Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and permanent removal of tax capping in TIF areas, and changes to the Development Charges Act, to assist municipalities with the implementation of the growth plan policies, particularly as they relate to intensification and development of higher order transit;

And that Council endorse this staff report and submit it to the Province, along with the Council resolution as the Town of Markham’s comments on Bill 51 and Environmental Bill of Rights Registry No. AF05E0001;

And that the Clerk be directed to forward a copy of this report to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal, the Assistant Deputy Minister for the Smart Growth Secretariat, the Chair of the Greenbelt Task Force, York Region MPPs, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Region of York.

CARRIED

2. PROPOSED ENVIRONMENTAL ART EVENT FOR 2006 (6.5)

Report

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the report to Development Services Committee dated February 21, 2006 entitled “Proposed Environmental Art Event for 2006” be received;

And that staff and the Markham Public Art Advisory Committee undertake an “Environmental Art Event” in conjunction with the Town’s 2006 Communities in Bloom Program;

And that funding to a maximum of $20,000 be provided from Planning and Urban Design’s Capital Account #56-5350-5293-005, “Town Wide Public Art” for all costs associated with administering and implementing the “Environmental Art Event”;

And further that, staff provide regular updates to Development Services Committee on the status of the 2006 Environmental Art Event.

CARRIED

3. BERCZY VILLAGE COMMUNITY
FOUR-PARTY AGREEMENT FOR
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT POND (5.3)

Report 1

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the Development Services Commission report titled “Berczy Village Community – Four-Party Agreement for Stormwater Management Pond” dated February 21, 2006 be received;

And that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement with the Regional Municipality of York, Berczy Developers Group, and B. McGregor Development Limited to the satisfaction of the Chief Administrative Officer and the Town Solicitor.

CARRIED

4. PETER GOMEZ AND FRANK ALTUNA
TEMPORARY USE ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
TO PERMIT AN EXISTING FOR LANDSCAPE AND SNOW
REMOVAL BUSINESS WITH OUTSIDE STORAGE (ZA 05 021769) (10.5)

Report 1 2 3 4 5 6

Moved by: Councillor S. Daurio

Seconded by: Councillor K. Usman

That the staff report entitled “Application for Temporary Use Zoning By-law Amendment to Permit an Existing Landscaping and Snow Removal Business with Related Outdoor Storage, 21 Essex Ave, Thornhill, ZA 05 021769”, be received;

And that the application as submitted by Peter Gomez and Frank Altuna (ZA 05 021769), be refused;

And that By-law Enforcement take action to ensure the property is brought into conformity with the existing zoning.

CARRIED

5. FOREST BAY HOMES LTD., NORTH SIDE OF DENISON STREET
WEST OF MARKHAM ROAD, OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND REZONING TO PERMIT SEMI-DETACHED AND TOWNHOUSE
DEVELOPMENT (OP 03 117651, ZA 03 117641) (10.3, 10.5)

Report Maps OP By-laws

Committee directed that the elevations be presented to Development Services Committee.

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

That the staff report entitled “Recommendation Report, Forest Bay Homes Ltd., Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning applications to permit a semi-detached and townhouse development on condominium roads on the north side of Denison Street, west of Markham Road” be received (File: OP 03 117651, ZA 03 117641);

And that the Official Plan Amendment application (OP 03 117651) submitted by Forest Bay Homes Ltd. for lands on the north side of Denison Street, west of Markham Road, be approved and the draft Official Plan Amendment be finalized and adopted;

And that the Rezoning application (ZA 03 117641) to amend By-law 90-81 as amended, submitted by Forest Bay Homes Ltd. to permit a semi-detached and townhouse development on condominium roads on the north side of Denison Street, west of Markham Road, be approved and the draft Zoning By-law be finalized and enacted;

And that approval of the required Site Plan application be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or her designate.

CARRIED

6. CORNELL ROUGE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
(MADISON HOMES / FOREST HILL HOMES)
RESIDENTIAL PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 19TM-04004
CORNELL PLANNING DISRTICT (SU 04 015086, ZA 04 015097) (10.5, 10.7)

Report 1 2 3 4 Conditions

Niomie Massey, representing the applicant, Cornell Rouge Development Corporation, was in attendance. Staff advised that a minor technical matter still must be resolved, and that an update will be provided at Council on February 28, 2006.

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the record of the Public Meeting held on December 6, 2005 with respect to the applications by Cornell Rouge Development Corporation for draft plan of subdivision 19TM-04004 and implementing zoning by-law be received;

And that plan of subdivision 19TM-04004 be draft approved subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix ‘A’ to the staff report dated February 21, 2006, and the required payment of 30% of the subdivision processing fees in accordance with the Town’s Fee By-law (By-law 2005-357);

And that Cornell Rouge Development Corporation be granted a servicing allocation of 204 units, such allocation to be from the total allocation available for the Cornell Secondary Plan area;

And that Cornell Rouge Development Corporation pay their proportionate share of the Hwy. 48 flow control measures, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering;

And that the Town reserves the right to revoke or reallocate the servicing allocation should the development not proceed in a timely manner;

And that the application to amend Zoning By-laws 304-87 and 177-96 be approved, and the implementing amendments be enacted;

And further, that the Region of York be advised of the servicing allocation for this development.

CARRIED

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Other matters considered by Development Services Committee on February 21, 2006:

7. INNOVATION SYNERGY CENTRE IN MARKHAM (10.16)

Bob Glandfield, President and CEO of the Innovation Synergy Centre in Markham, gave a presentation to the Committee. Mr. Glandfield outlined ISCM accomplishments and highlights for 2005, and described new activities being developed such as workshops on business issues for small working groups, industry round tables, and virtual trade missions.

Discussions included provincial funding and borderless activities, strategies for Markham’s contributions, partnerships, support systems, and outreach programs. The Committee commended the ISCM for their positive impacts in Markham.

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

Seconded by: Councillor D. Horchik

That the staff presentation regarding the Innovation Synergy Centre in Markham, be received.

CARRIED

8. MARKHAM CENTRE UPDATE
COMMUNICATIONS AND SIGN BY-LAW (10.8)

Staff gave a presentation on several Markham Centre Issues.

With respect to parking initiatives, staff advised that three parking machines have been installed on Cox Boulevard, and are scheduled to commence operation in late February, 2006. Notification and signage are currently being prepared, and there will be a one-week grace period.

A draft communications plan will be presented to the Committee in the near future, in conjunction with the Remington Group marketing plan. Due to timing issues, two initiatives are under way: a flag and banner programme along Enterprise Boulevard and Town Centre Boulevard; and the website update.

A Sign By-law specific to Markham Centre will be required. An RFP will be issued in February, and it is anticipated that Public Meetings will be held in the spring and that the by-law recommendations will be presented to Council by June, 2006.

The Open House for the Markham Centre Urban Park was held earlier this month and received a favourable response from the public. The Report Card issued by the Markham Centre Advisory Group supports the direction of the project and encourages timely development. Financial and phasing strategy recommendations will be presented to the Committee this spring.

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

That the staff presentation regarding Markham Centre Communications, the Sign By-law, and other issues, be received.

CARRIED

9. HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- February 8, 2006 (16.11)

Minutes

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the minutes of the Heritage Markham Committee meeting held February 8, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

10. MARKHAM PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES
- January 30, 2006 (16.34)

Minutes

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the minutes of the Markham Public Art Advisory Committee meeting held January 30, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

11. DELEGATED APPROVALS UNDER BY-LAW 2002-202
(DM 2001-03) (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 February 21, 2006.

CARRIED

12. REPORT ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 7, 2006 TO JANUARY 27, 2006 (10.0)

Report

Moved by: Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That Committee receive the report entitled “Report on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of January 7, 2006 to January 27, 2006” and direct staff to process the applications in accordance with the route outlined in the report.

CARRIED

13. HUNSTER CORPORATION, 107-111 GLEN CAMERON ROAD
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND SITE PLAN APPROVAL
TO PERMIT PROFESSIONAL AND BUSINESS OFFICES (ZA 05 023385)
(10.5, 10.6)

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 Zoning Amendment application (ZA 05 023385) submitted by Hunster Corporation to permit professional and business offices at 107-111 Glen Cameron Rd., located east of Yonge St. on the south side of Glen Cameron Rd. within the Thornhill Secondary Plan Area, once the issues relating to parking and on-site circulation have been addressed to the satisfaction of staff.

CARRIED

14. 777192 ONTARIO LTD (COSTCO/RIOTRIN)
7555 MARKHAM ROAD, SUBDIVISION APPLICATION
FOR COMMERCIAL USES (19TM-05017) AND
SITE PLAN APPLICATION FOR A COSTCO STORE
(SU 05 021138, SC 05 022736) (10.6, 10.7)

Report Maps Conditions

Committee expressed concern that the conceptual plan may not be compatible with the Main Street Milliken vision. Discussions included phasing, road patterns, the visibility of the parking structure, impacts on the streetscape, preservation of the Heritage house, shared parking with the Community Centre, and development of the Riotrin site. Staff confirmed that site plan details will be brought forward to the Committee.

Roslyn Houser of Goodmans, representing the applicant, 777192 Ontario Ltd., clarified that the proposal conforms to the Official Plan and the vision study, and is the same as previously reviewed by the Committee. Ms. Houser agreed to review the proposal with the Ward Councillor.

Committee agreed to deferral of this matter to allow the Ward Councillor and Deputy Mayor to review the proposal for compatibility with the Milliken Main Street Vision, and to work with the applicants to achieve the vision and the appropriate phasing for the Milliken area.

Moved by: Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

That the draft plan of subdivision application 19TM-05017 (SU 05 021138) and site plan application (SC 05 022736) submitted by 777192 Ontario Ltd. (Costco/Riotrin) for a Costco store at 7555 Markham Road, be deferred to Committee of the Whole on February 28, 2006, if possible, or to the Development Services Committee meeting of March 7, 2006, to allow the Ward Councillor and Deputy Mayor to review the proposal with the applicants.

CARRIED

15. MILLER PAVING, 300 RODICK ROAD
SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR WASTE /RECYCLING
TRANSFER FACILITY (SC 05 006718) (10.6)

Report 1 Maps

Tom Jones, Property Coordinator Manager for Miller Paving Limited, displayed site plans, and elevations along Rodick Road.

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

That the report dated February 21, 2006 entitled “Recommendation Report, Miller Paving Limited, 300 Rodick Road. Application for site plan approval to permit a waste/recycling transfer facility”, be received, (File SC 05 006718);

And that the site plan application SC 05 006718 to permit the development of a waste/recycling transfer facility at 300 Rodick Road be endorsed, subject to the standard conditions listed in Appendix ‘A’ and the following special conditions:

1. That the Owner obtain the necessary minor variances to permit outdoor storage of recyclable materials and a reduction in parking;

2. That the Owner shall submit a revised Traffic Study to the Town for review and approval, prior to the execution of a site plan agreement, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering;

3. That the site plan agreement shall include provisions to implement the recommendations of the Environmental Management Plan, as well as appropriate securities to the satisfaction of the Town;

4. That prior to the execution of the site plan agreement the Owner will be required to deposit a letter of credit with the Town for Local Service Contribution reflecting the estimated development charges and other associated costs as determined by the Director of Engineering;

5. That the Owner shall agree in the Site Plan Agreement, that the proposed septic holding tank is for temporary use only and once municipal services become available, that the proposed development shall be required to connect to those services;

6. That the Owner shall convey right of way widenings, to be determined by the Director of Engineering, along 14^th Avenue and Rodick Road, free of all costs and encumbrances to the Town prior to the execution of the site plan agreement;

7. That the Owner agrees to provide an environmental clearance for the lands to be dedicated to the Town. The land transfer documents shall be approved by the Engineering Department, prior to depositing the reference plan/transfer document;

8. That this endorsement shall lapse and site plan approval will not be issued after a period of three (3) years commencing February 21, 2006, in the event that a site plan agreement is not executed within that period;

And that the Ministry of Environment be advised of Council’s endorsement of this site plan application.

CARRIED

16. NEW BUSINESS
SITE PLAN PROCESS (10.6)

Committee directed that staff provide a Part A presentation on the revised site plan process.

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17. LEGAL MATTERS (8.0)

Moved by: Councillor S. Daurio

Seconded by: Councillor D. Horchik

That the Development Services Committee recess in-camera at 12:40 for legal matters.

CARRIED

Moved by: Regional Councillor J. Jones

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

That the Committee rise from in-camera at 1:00 p.m.

CARRIED

Moved by: Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor D. Horchik

That the Development Services Committee recess and continue the in-camera matter at 2:00 p.m.

CARRIED

Moved by: Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

That the Committee rise from in-camera at 3:45 p.m.

CARRIED

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PART C

Public Meeting

7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber

Attendance

Regional Councillor J. Heath Regional Councillor J. Jones Regional Councillor B. O’Donnell Councillor S. Daurio Councillor J. Virgilio Councillor J. Webster Councillor G. McKelvey Councillor D. Horchik Councillor A. Chiu Regrets Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti Councillor E. Shapero Councillor K. Usman

A. Henriques, Planner R. Kendall, Senior Project Corodinator S. Kitagawa, Acting Senior Project Coordinator V. Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design K. Bavington, Committee Clerk

The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber with Councillor G. McKelvey in the Chair.

DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST – None Declared

18. E. MANSON INVESTMENTS ET. AL.,
540 BUR OAK AVENUE
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND SITE PLAN
FOR TWO SIX-STOREY RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
(ZA 05 021949, SC 05 021950) (10.5, 10.6)

Report

The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider the proposed Zoning By-law amendment and site plan applications, Files ZA 05 021949 and SC 05 021950, submitted by E. Manson Investments et. al., for two six-storey residential building at 540 Bur Oak Avenue.

Committee was advised that 107 notices were mailed on February 1, 2006, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on January 30, 2006. Committee received written submissions from:

1. Shonna Lam, Markham, in support

2. Wendy Lim and S Y Lim Miow Kong, 492 Bur Oak Avenue, in objection

3. Candey Choi and Elinor Ho, 500 Bur Oak Avenue, with comments

Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses, and outstanding issues.

Rick Merrill of The Planning Partnership, representing the applicant, E. Manson Investments, made a brief presentation and displayed elevations for the development.

Loris Rossi, 8 Wychwood Drive, stated his concerns for the compatibility of the design with existing dwellings, the congestion at the intersection, and that sufficient parking be provided for visitors and tenants.

Staff advised that traffic, school capacity and other issues had been addressed in the Berczy Secondary Plan. The Town’s Architect will have to approve the design and will ensure compatibility with the neighbourhood. Comments and issues will be addressed in the final report.

Mr. Merrill responded that the number of units is the same as originally proposed, and that more than the minimum parking standards of 1.5 spaces per unit are being provided.

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

Seconded by: Regional Councillor J. Heath

That the written submissions from Shonna Lam, in support; from Wendy Lim and S Y Lim Miow Kong, in objection; and from Candey Choi and Elinor Ho with comments regarding the proposed zoning by-law amendment, File ZA 05 021949, submitted by E. Manson Investments et. al., for 540 Bur Oak Avenue, be received;

That the deputation by Loris Rossi, with concerns regarding the proposed zoning by-law amendment, File ZA 05 021949, submitted by E. Manson Investments et. al., for 540 Bur Oak Avenue, be received;

And that the report from the Development Services Commission dated December 6, 2005, entitled “E. Mason Investments et. al., Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Applications for two 6 storey residential buildings, 540 Bur Oak Avenue,” be received;

And that the Record of the Public Meeting held on February 21, 2006, with respect to the proposed amendment to By-law 177-96, as amended, be received;

And that the application be referred back to staff for a report evaluating the proposal.

CARRIED

19. GREENBELT VOLKSWAGEN LTD.
7997 KENNEDY ROAD AND 31 HELEN AVENUE
OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
TO PERMIT VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP EXPANSION
(OP 03 108961, ZA 03 108969) (10.3, 10.5)

Report

The Chair advised that the subject of the Public Meeting this date was to consider the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments, Files OP 03 108961 and ZA 03 108969, submitted by Greenbelt Volkswagen Ltd., to permit expansion of the Volkswagen dealership at 7997 Kennedy Road and 31 Helen Avenue.

Committee was advised that 22 notices were mailed on February 1, 2006, and a Public Meeting sign was posted on January 30, 2006. Committee received one written submission from Eric and Maria Tonks, 55 Helen Avenue, with concerns.

Staff gave a presentation regarding the proposal, the location, surrounding uses, and outstanding issues. A previous Public Meeting had been held in 2003. In response to staff’s concerns, the applicant has agreed to move the proposed building further west away from residences, the existing drainage ditch will be relocated to the east with an additional buffer zone, and the existing heritage dwelling will be incorporated into the site.

Staff noted that the zoning will provide for only one automobile dealership on the property to prohibit future division of the property. A tree inventory and tree preservation plan is required.

Committee discussed the future extension and realignment of the conceptual road, Caboto Trail, and the location for off-loading vehicles.

Mike Everard, Augusta National, representing the applicant, Greenbelt Volkswagen Ltd. spoke to the issues identified, and advised that the applicant and staff can address the concerns noted in the written submission. Mr. Reisenecker, property owner, was in attendance and advised that off-loading at this dealership has always occurred on site, and will continue in that manner. He also stated that the site plans have been reviewed by the neighbouring residents.

Hans and Rita Mueller, 43 Helen Avenue, stated their concern that the alteration to Caboto Trail may impact their land and property value. Committee directed staff to respond to the Mueller’s concerns.

Committee requested staff to bring this application forward as quickly as possible.

Moved by: Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell

Seconded by: Councillor A. Chiu

That the written submissions from Eric and Maria Tonks, with concerns regarding the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments, Files OP 03 108961 and ZA 03 108969, submitted by Greenbelt Volkswagen Ltd., for 7997 Kennedy Road and 31 Helen Avenue, be received;

And that the deputations by Hans and Rita Mueller, with concerns regarding the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments, Files OP 03 108961 and ZA 03 108969, submitted by Greenbelt Volkswagen Ltd., for 7997 Kennedy Road and 31 Helen Avenue, be received;

And that the Development Services Commission memo dated January 24, 2006, entitled “Update Memo, Greenbelt Volkswagen Dealership, Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to permit Volkswagen Dealership Expansion at 7997 Kennedy Road and 31 Helen Avenue (OP 03 108961 and ZA 03 108969)” be received;

And further that the applications submitted by Greenbelt Volkswagen for Official Plan and Secondary Plan Amendments and Zoning By-law amendment be referred back to staff for a report and recommendation.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at the hour of 8:00 p.m.