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October 27, 1998

To:North York Community Council

From:Roberto Stopnicki

Director, Transportation Services, District 3

Subject:Amendments to the Downsview Area Transportation Master Plan

Ward 8 North York Spadina

Purpose:

The purpose of this report is to present revisions to the Downsview Area Transportation Master Plan that identify and incorporate specific initiatives in achieving a more transit-oriented, less auto-reliant development at Downsview as directed by City Council on July 31, 1998;

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the revisions to the Downsview Area Transportation Master Plan set out in Schedule "A" to this report be adopted;

Background:

Toronto City Council adopted the Downsview Area Secondary Plan, Official Plan Amendment No. 464, at its meeting of July 29, 30 and 31, 1998, and directed that:

"The Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, in consultation with the Toronto Transit Commission and the City Transportation staff, be directed to revise the Downsview Area Transportation Master Plan, incorporating specific initiatives which would achieve a more transit-oriented, less auto-reliant development at Downsview, and to present this revised Plan for City Council approval in October, 1998."

Discussion:

Since adoption of the Downsview Area Secondary Plan in July, City Planning and Transportation staff in consultation with staff from the Toronto Transit Commission have had an opportunity to consider clarifications to the Downsview Area Transportation Master Plan to help achieve more transit-oriented, less auto reliant development at Downsview.

Revisions to the Transportation Master Plan set out in the attached table, strengthen the role of Transportation Demand Management in achieving a shift to non-automobile modes of transportation and the protection of transit operations, facilities and service. These revisions also require that transportation impact studies submitted in support of development applications identify and assess the feasibility and impact of Transportation Demand Management measures.

Contact Name:

Marta Roias, Transportation Services, District 3, Telephone: (416) 395-7461

______________________________

Roberto Stopnicki

Director, Transportation Services,

District 3

attachments

Schedule "A"Revisions to the Downsview Area Transportation Master Plan

Note: Struck out text is deleted / bold text is added.

REFERENCE

Part/Section/Page/

 CHANGE
Part 1 /1.2/ l -1 This Master Plan Report documents the transportation improvements associated with the proposed redevelopment of the Downsview Lands and forms the basis of the transportation policies contained within the Secondary Plan (Official Plan Amendment 464).
Part 1/ 1.2/I -2 Furthermore, more detailed traffic impact studies will be required in the future in support of specific development applications and to provide providing specific details regarding traffic impacts, and the feasibility of transportation demand management as articulated in the policies contained within Official Plan Amendment 464. These studies will comply with the City's requirements for traffic impact studies.
Part 1/2.2/I-5 The long term vision for the Downsview Lands achieves a shift towards greater transit, bicycling and pedestrian usage and away from the existing high auto reliance through the implementation of Transportation Demand Management.
Part 1/2.2.1(1)/I-5 delete first bullet under Objective 1 and replace with:

Emphasis will be placed on providing opportunities for greater use of alternate modes such as bicycling, walking and transit.

Part 1/ 3.5.1/ I-11 3rd bullet Toronto Transit Commission - append to end:

; the Wilson Yards located on the west side of Transit Road; and

Part 1/4.1/I-17 4th bullet:

The Wilson (subway) Station and related commuter lots and Wilson Yards;

Part 1/4.2.2a/I-20 Presently, there are no parking facilities at the Downsview Station and users typically connect via surface routes, "kiss-n-ride" and walk in.
Part 1/4.3/I-23 change and add following:

  • There are two subway stations in the immediate vicinity of the Downsview Lands, namely the Wilson and Downsview Stations. Methods to accommodate additional person carrying capacity from either of these subway stations maximize utilization of the existing transit infrastructure must be explored to ensure that the ultimate developments as proposed in the Secondary Plan can be achieved.
  • Development of the Downsview Lands should protect for the future extensions of the Spadina and Sheppard subway lines consistent with the Official Plan of the former Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto- The Liveable Metropolis.
Part 1/5.1/I-28 Strategic Option 2 - add to end of first paragraph:

The following represents a comprehensive list of measures that have been used, or assessed, by municipalities across the country:

  • Public transit improvements;
  • Alternative work hours;
  • Bicycle/pedestrian programs;
  • Car/vanpooling and High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV)/bus lanes;
  • TDM-supportive land use;
  • Auto-usage charges (except tolls);
  • Parking pricing and regulation;
  • Road pricing (tolls); and
  • Telecommuting.
Part 1/5.1/I-28 Strategic Option 4 - Balanced Transportation Services:

This alternative includes Strategic Option 2 - Transportation System/Demand Management, the provision of additional roadway capacity by either the construction of new facilities or road widening and improvement of existing roadways. Specific roadway improvements were not detailed in this strategic level of assessment and were considered generically. In addition, this alternative or option also includes measures/improvements associated with Strategic Option 2 - Transportation System/Demand Management.

Part II/3.1/ II-8 add bullet:

c) A direct grade separated pedestrian connection shall be provided to link the Downsview Subway Station to development at the south-west corner of Sheppard Avenue and Allen Road.

remove synergy

Part II/3.7/II-13 add Section 3.7 Bicycle and Pedestrian:

Future system requirements should consider the integration of alternative modes of transportation including bicycle and pedestrian networks. These networks should function within and complement the overall transportation system for the Downsview Lands and be implemented in such a manner as to connect with existing and/or future facilities. Support for such a network is encouraged through the provision of well designed and safe off road bicycle trails and on-street bicycle lanes, direct and convenient connections to rapid transit stations and bus stops, and an adequate supply of secure bicycle parking on public sidewalks, proximity to transit stations, high activity areas and park areas. Details on principles and guidelines are contained in Part IV (Section 2.0) of this document.

Part III/1.1.4/ III-3 delete paragraph beginning " From a survey..."
Part III/1.1.5/III-4 change Priority to Category
Part III/1.1.5a/III-4 remove statement:

With respect to those strategies that have applications in Downsview, improvements to transit services perhaps has the greatest long term potential to reduce auto usage.

Part III/1.1.6/ III-4

 Add to beginning of section:

The implementation of TDM within the Downsview Lands will be through the establishment of a Transportation Demand Management Association comprised of all major employers within the Secondary Plan area, business and community representatives from the surrounding areas, transit agencies and City staff. In addition, transportation impact studies submitted in support of development applications on lands in the Secondary Plan area shall identify and assess the feasibility and impact of transportation demand management measures. The recommendations of these studies shall include implementation of a transportation demand management program for the proposed development.

Part III/1.1.6b/III-5 add phrase to beginning of sentence:

Given significant public investment already made in the nearby subway and frequent bus service, public transit is capable of playing a stronger role in serving the travel demands associated with development in the Downsview Lands.

Part III/ 3.1/ III-14 3rd bullet - delete and replace with:

Based on employee place of residence data provided by de Havilland, employment distribution is equally distributed between within City of Toronto boundaries and outlying regions including York and Peel.

Part IV/1.2/IV-2 Focusing on expansion of public transit facilities service to reduce auto usage; and
Part IV/1.2.2/IV-2 remove - in future
Part IV/1.3.2/IV-2 append to end of sentence:

The developers within the Downsview Lands must become partners with the City to ensure implementation of effective TDM strategies as noted in previous sections and the policies contained within Official Plan Amendment 464.

Part IV/2.1.12/IV-6 change should to shall
Part IV/2.6.2/IV-12 Adjacent residential and industrial communities, districts and TTC operations will not be negatively affected or impacted by traffic and infiltration and spillover parking. (consider access/egress to subway stations etc...)
Part IV/ 2.7.5/IV-14

 delete bullet and insert

Transportation impact studies submitted in support of development applications on lands in the Secondary Plan area shall identify and assess the feasibility and impact of transportation demand management measures. The recommendations of these studies shall include implementation of a transportation demand management program for the proposed development consistent with the objectives in Part I, Section 2.2.1, and policy in Official Plan Amendment 464.

 
   
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