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Toronto and East York Community Council


Meeting No. 31   Contact Rosalind Dyers, Committee Administrator
Meeting Date Tuesday, February 9, 2010
  Phone 416-392-7033
Start Time 9:30 AM
  E-mail teycc@toronto.ca
Location Committee Room 1, City Hall
  Chair   Councillor Pam McConnell  


Toronto and East York Community Council

Councillor Sandra Bussin

Councillor Janet Davis

Councillor Paula Fletcher

Councillor Adam Giambrone

Councillor Pam McConnell (Chair)

Councillor Joe Mihevc

Councillor Case Ootes

Councillor Joe Pantalone 

Councillor Gord Perks

Councillor Kyle Rae

Councillor Adam Vaughan

     (Vice-Chair)

Councillor Michael Walker

 

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Schedule of Timed Items

10:00 a.m.:       Items TE31.1 to TE31.9

11:00 a.m.:       Items TE31.10 to TE31.28

1:30 p.m.:         Items TE31.29 to TE31.38

3:00 p.m.:         Items TE31.39 to TE31.42

 

Declaration of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act

 

Confirmation of Minutes – January 12, 2010

 

Speakers/Presentations – A complete list will be distributed at the meeting

 

Introduction and Enactment of General Bills and Bill to Confirm the Proceedings of Community Council will be last items.

TE31.1

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 27 

Closure of the Public Lane Extending Southerly from St. Joseph Street at the Rear of 616-618 Yonge Street
Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006
Origin
(January 26, 2010) Draft By-law from the City Solicitor
Recommendations

The City Solicitor recommends that:

 

1.         City Council enact the draft by-law from the City Solicitor to permanently close the public lane extending southerly from St. Joseph Street at the rear of 616 to 618 Yonge Street, shown as Part 1 on Draft Reference Plan prepared by R. Avis Surveying Inc. and marked as Drawing No. 2584-OR.DWG.

Summary

To enact a By-law to permanently close the public lane extending southerly from St. Joseph Street at the rear of 616 to 618 Yonge Street, shown as Part 1 on Draft Reference Plan prepared by R. Avis Surveying Inc. and marked as Drawing No. 2584-OR.DWG as a public lane and be sold upon the terms and conditions set out in Toronto and East York Community Council Item No. TE30.97, as adopted by City Council at its meeting held on January 26 and 27, 2010.

Background Information
TE31.1 - Draft By-law - Closure of Public Lane Southerly from St. Joseph St
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-27023.pdf)


TE31.2

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 28 

Closure of Portions of Bonnycastle Street and Lake Shore Boulevard East
Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006
Origin
(January 21, 2010) Draft By-law from the City Solicitor
Recommendations

The City Solicitor recommends that:

 

A.         City Council enact the draft-law from the City Solicitor to permanently close portions of Bonnycastle Street and Lake Shore Boulevard East as public highways:

 

1.         The portion of Bonnycastle Street, described as follows:

                        Part of PIN 21384-0081 (LT)

Being Part of Princess Street Plan 666E Toronto (AKA Bonnycastle Street);  Between Lake Shore Boulevard and Queens Quay, Toronto, designated as Part 2 on Plan 66R-24664, City of Toronto Land Titles Division of the Toronto Registry Office (No. 66).

 

2.         The portion of Lake Shore Boulevard East, described as follows:

                        Part of PIN 21092-0256 (LT)

Being Part of Lot 12 Plan 694E Toronto

Known as Lake Shore Blvd East; Between Parliament Street and Lower Sherbourne Street, City of Toronto designated as Part 1 on Plan 66R-24664, City of Toronto Land Titles Division of the Toronto Registry Office (No. 66),

 

and that Sections 1. and 2. of this By-law not take effect until the moment in time immediately prior to the registration in the appropriate land registry office of a Transfer, by the City of Toronto as transferor, of the lands described in Sections 1. and 2. of this By-law.

Summary

To enact a By-law to permanently close a portion of Bonnycastle Street and a portion of Lake Shore Boulevard East as public highways and be sold upon the terms and conditions set out in Executive Committee Item No. EX36.12, as adopted by City Council at its meeting held on November 30, December 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8, 2009.

Background Information
TE31.2 - Draft By-law - Closure of Portions of Bonnycastle and Lake Shore Boulevard East
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26974.pdf)


TE31.3

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 20 

Final Report - 295 Adelaide Street West and 100-104 John Street - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
(January 15, 2010) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 438-86, as amended, for the lands at 295 Adelaide Street West and 100-104 John Street, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 8 to the report dated January 15, 2010, from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.         Prior to the introduction of Bills to Council, City Council require that the applicant’s Functional Servicing Report and Transportation Impact Study shall be revised to the satisfaction of the Executive Director of Technical Services.

 

4.         Prior to the introduction of Bills, City Council authorize the introduction of the necessary Bill in Council authorizing the entering into a Heritage Easement Agreement for the relocation of 104 John Street.

 

5.         Prior to the introduction of Bills to Council, City Council require the applicant to submit a Conservation and Rehabilitation Plan for the relocation and restoration of the heritage building at 104 John Street, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant, to the satisfaction and acceptance of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.  The Conservation and Rehabilitation Plan must include the following items: (1) “blow-up” elevations and sections of the heritage property; (2) existing conditions assessment; and (3) feasibility study to further explore the method in which relocation of the structure would occur so that the integrity of the heritage structure is not physically compromised.

 

6.         Prior to the introduction of Bills to Council, City Council authorize the appropriate City officials and require the owner to execute an Agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, and the City Solicitor, such agreement to be registered on title to the lands in a manner satisfactory to the City Solicitor, to secure the following facilities, services and matters:

 

a.         An indexed cash contribution of which 10% will be allocated to affordable housing in Ward 20, and the remainder for the provision of one or more of the following:

 

-           streetscape improvements on John Street;

-           design development supporting the John Street streetscape project;

-           Heritage Conservation District Studies in the King Spadina East Precinct subject to the appropriate Official Plan Amendment coming into force and effect.

 

$100,000 of the above cash contribution is to be provided at the enactment of Bills, for the purpose of contributing to design development for the John Street streetscape or one or more Heritage Conservation District studies within the East Precinct of King-Spadina, subject to the appropriate Official Plan Amendment coming into force and effect, a percentage to be provided prior to the issuance of an above-grade building permit, and the remaining percentage is to be provided prior to the release of the condominium for registration.

 

b.         A public art contribution in accordance with the Percent for Public Art Program for a value not less than one percent of the gross construction cost.

 

c.         The provision of a publicly accessible landscaped open space on the John Street frontage of the site, with a minimum size of 335 sq. m.

 

d.         In substantial accordance with the Conservation Plan prepared by Goldsmith Borgal & Company Ltd. Architects, dated June 17, 2009, and on file with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, the owner shall relocate and restore the heritage building at 104 John Street, and in the event of a lesser expenditure than identified in the Conservation Plan, the difference shall be re-directed to Heritage Conservation District studies within the King-Spadina East Precinct.

 

e.         Prior to Site Plan Approval, the applicant shall provide additional information, based on the proposed Conservation Plan drawings to include documentation substantially in accordance with that outlined in Section 3.2.1 Option A (page 12) of the submitted Conservation Plan, specifically:

 

i.          a detailed plan to outline mitigation measures that address construction impacts relative to the on-site heritage structures;

 

ii.         plans for interpretive panels or other interpretive materials to communicate the development history of the property including the research content, design and location of the interpretive materials. The interpretation plan shall include panels or materials at both the existing location of the heritage building and the proposed location within the development site. All above components of the plan shall be to the satisfaction of the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services; and

 

iii.        provide a landscape plan for the subject property to the satisfaction of the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services.

 

f.          Prior to the issuance of any building permit, including for demolition, excavation, shoring, foundation or above grade, the owner shall:

 

i.          provide a Letter of Credit in a form and in an amount satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services to secure all work included in the Conservation Plan;

 

ii.         provide final plans satisfactory to the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services;

 

g.         Prior to the release of the Letter of Credit, the owner shall provide evidence and documentation that the project scheme has been implemented, per the approved Conservation Plan, satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

h.         Prior to Site Plan Approval, provide a program of commemoration/ interpretation of archaeological findings within the context of the site's development, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

The following matters are also recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement as a legal convenience to support development:

 

i.          A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the residential units in the building will have at least three bedrooms, or be convertible to three or more bedrooms.

 

j.          Architectural plans, elevations and landscape drawings will be secured to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division in conjunction with the Site Plan Application, and the owner will be required to submit 1:50 scale elevation drawings for the podium illustrating materials and finishes to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division.

 

k.         The owner shall incorporate in the construction of the building, and thereafter, maintain exterior building and landscape materials to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director.

 

l.          The owner shall be encouraged to build in conformity with the Green Development Standard Checklist on file with the Chief Planner and Executive Director of City Planning Division, received May 4, 2009.

 

m.        The owner shall pay for and construct any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the Functional Servicing Report, as reviewed and accepted by the Executive Director of Technical Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required to support the development.  

 

n.         The implementation of any wind mitigation measures required by the applicant’s wind study, satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, to be submitted as part of a revised application for Site Plan Approval.

 

o.         Provide and maintain an irrigation system, at the applicant’s expense, for proposed trees within the public road allowances including an automatic timer, designed to be water efficient by a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA) and constructed with a back flow preventer to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Technical Services Division, and requirement to maintain in good order and operation.

 

7.         City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to complete the process to stop up and close the public laneway at the north end of the site.

Summary

This application was made on or after January 1, 2007 and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application proposes a 43-storey mixed use building and a publicly accessible landscaped open space, with 338 below grade parking spaces, at 295 Adelaide Street West, 100 and 104 John Street, on the site of a commercial parking lot.  Proposed uses include retail, restaurant, and residential condominium (approximately 471 dwelling units), and possibly a hotel (76 rooms).  If a hotel is not included, the development will contain approximately 529 units.  The site includes a heritage building located at the north end of the site (104 John Street), which is proposed to be moved to the south end of the site adjacent to an existing building of heritage character.

 

The proposal is consistent with the King Spadina Built Form Study in that it is located in an area appropriate for tall buildings. It meets the intent of the 2006 King Spadina Urban Design Guidelines, and the Tall Buildings Guidelines.  

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.3 - Staff Report - 295 Adelaide West, 100-104 John Street - Final Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26822.pdf)

Communications
(February 1, 2010) E-mail from M. Meyer Elkaim (TE.New.TE31.3.1)

TE31.4

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 27 

Final Report - 2 Bloor Street West - Rezoning Application
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
(January 25, 2010) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 438-86, as amended, for the property known as 2 Bloor Street West, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report dated January 25, 2010, from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to enter into an agreement under Section 37 of the Planning Act to secure the following:

 

a.          A payment of $500,000.00, when the site-specific by-law allowing the development comes into full force and effect, and indexed to the non-residential Construction Price Index for Toronto, for the period from the coming into force of the By-law to the date of payment.

 

b.         Provision and maintenance of works of public art in publicly accessible portions of the site, or on lands owned by the City in the vicinity, of a value not less than one percent of the cost of construction of all buildings and structures erected on the site.

 

The following matters are also recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement as a legal convenience to support development:

 

c.         Construction, provision and maintenance of a below grade publicly accessible pedestrian connection across Cumberland Street to the concourse level of the building permitted by this by-law, the location, details and configuration of which shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, in consultation with the Executive Director, Technical Services; the Executive Director, Facilities and Real Estate; the General Manager of  the Toronto Parking Authority, and the General Manager of the Toronto Transit Commission, for which approval shall be obtained in writing from the Chief Planner prior to the issuance of any site plan approval pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, for the lands and with construction to be completed prior to the first occupancy of any building erected on the lands subsequent to the enactment of this by-law, to be additionally secured by the provision of a letter of credit to the City prior to the issuance of the final building permit in an amount to be determined by the Chief Planner in consultation with the Chief Building Official.

 

d.          Provision and maintenance of a continuous publicly accessible pedestrian connection from Bay Street, at grade, to the concourse level of the proposed building and connecting to the TTC subway station entrance access below Bay Street.

 

             e.         Streetscape improvements adjacent to the site.

 

f.          Approval of architectural plans, elevations and landscape drawings to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division in conjunction with the Site Plan Application, and submission of 1:50 scale elevation drawings for the podium illustrating materials and finishes to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division.

 

g.         Provision and maintenance of an irrigation system, at the applicant’s expense, for proposed trees within the public road allowances including an automatic timer, designed to be water efficient by a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA) and constructed with a back flow preventer to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Technical Services Division, and requirement to maintain in good order and operation.

 

h.         Submission of a wind tunnel analysis to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, and provision of any required mitigation measures contained therein to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, prior to the issuance of site plan approval.

 

i.          Preparation of a Construction Management Plan and Neighbourhood Communication Strategy to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division in consultation with the Executive Director, Technical Services.

 

j.          Payment of costs associated with the proposed conversion of Cumberland Street to two-way operation, from Bay Street up to the site access driveway, including all costs associated with the functional pavement marking and signing plan as may be approved by the City through site plan approval.

 

k.          If prior to the issuance of site plan approval pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, for the lot or any portion of thereof, City Council does not authorize the conversion of the portion of Cumberland Street adjacent to the vehicular access driveway proposed on Parcel A from one-way to two-way operation, the owner shall, prior to the issuance of site plan approval and prior to any building permit issuing for any portion of the lot, seek approval for the reconfiguration of the ground floor plan and parking garage of the proposed development so as to relocate the vehicular ingress/egress, or for the implementation of another suitable alternative access scheme, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, in consultation with the Executive Director, Technical Services.

 

4.         City Council authorize City officials to take all necessary steps, including the execution of agreements and documents, to give effect to the above-noted recommendations.

Summary

This application was made on June 27, 2008 and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application proposes to redevelop the site of the existing 2-storey retail structure at 2 Bloor Street West with a mixed-use development comprising: a 7-storey podium building containing commercial, residential and parking uses, with rooftop villa units above the 7th floor at Bay Street; a 48-storey residential tower fronting onto Cumberland Street and a 36-storey residential tower at Yonge Street.

 

The proposal represents an opportunity to intensify and revitalize an underutilized site at an important intersection and improve the pedestrian realm along Bay, Cumberland and Yonge Streets.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.4 - Staff Report - 2 Bloor Street West - Rezoning Application - Final Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26823.pdf)

Communications
(January 28, 2010) E-mail from W. Carson Woods, President, Carson Woods Architects Limited (TE.New.TE31.4.1)
(February 3, 2010) E-mail from Dennis Graff (TE.New.TE31.4.2)

TE31.5

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 27 

Final Report - 55 Charles Street West - Draft Plan of Condominium Application
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize Draft Approval of the Plan of Condominium (05 112260 STE 27 CD) for 55 Charles Street West, prepared by R. Avis, OLS on September 10, 2004, revised, and date stamped by City Planning on July 8, 2008, subject to the conditions set forth in Attachment 3 to the report dated January 14, 2010, from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, and authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director to permit such red line revisions as he/she may deem appropriate.

 

2.         City Council require the owner to fulfil the conditions of Draft Approval of Condominium set forth in Attachment 3, including the execution and satisfactory registration of any agreements deemed necessary by the City Solicitor, prior to the City’s consent for final registration and authorize the City Solicitor to prepare any necessary agreements to secure the conditions, as the City Solicitor deems necessary.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the Conditions of Draft Approval of Condominium as may be required.

 

4.         City Council authorize and direct City Officials to take necessary actions to give effect thereto.

Summary

An application has been submitted to permit the conversion of a 32-storey, 148 unit rental apartment building into a residential condominium building at 55 Charles Street West.

 

A Draft Plan of Condominium application (05 112260 STE 27 CD) has been made to create a 149 unit residential condominium by converting the existing 148 apartment units to condominium and constructing an additional residential condominium unit within the existing structure.   

 

This report reviews and recommends the approval of the application to permit the conversion and authorizes the Chief Planner and Executive Director to approve the Draft Plan of Condominium subject to specific conditions.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.5 - Staff Report - 55 Charles Street West - Final Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26824.pdf)


TE31.6

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 29 

Final Report - Part of 769 Broadview Avenue - Rezoning Application
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 438-86 substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report dated January 14, 2010, from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, headed "Part of 769 Broadview Avenue - Rezoning Application - Final Report."

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

Summary

This City-initiated amendment is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

The proposal is to rezone a newly completed landscaped parkette at the southeast corner of Broadview Avenue and Erindale Avenue, part of 769 Broadview Avenue.

 

At its meeting on November 10, 2009, Toronto and East York Community Council directed that a community consultation meeting be scheduled and notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval to amend the Zoning By-law to rezone the portion of the site adjacent to Broadview Avenue and Erindale Avenue, where the parkette is located, to “G” which will bring the zoning into conformity with the Official Plan.

Financial Impact

The City has adopted a strategy to unlock the value of corporate real estate assets by transfer to Build Toronto.  By its adoption of EX32.5 on May 26, 27 and 28, 2009, City Council adopted the Principles of a Real Estate Strategy.  The Principles state that City real estate is a “corporate” asset that supports municipal functions and purposes of the ABCDs.  When any City property becomes available, it will be considered for other ABCD requirements subject to a business case review by the Property Management Committee and sufficient funding by the ABCD.  Based on the Principles, ABCDs are required to budget the cost of additional real estate at its fair market value.  If this property had not had a long history as a parkette use, it could be of interest for development by Build Toronto as a transit oriented site.

 

Section 4.3, Policy 8, of the City of Toronto’s Official Plan states “The sale or disposal of publicly owned lands in Parks and Open Space Areas is discouraged and no City owned lands in Parks and Open Space Areas will be sold or disposed of.  However, City owned land in Parks and Open Space Areas may be exchanged for other nearby land of equivalent or larger area and comparable or superior green space utility.”

 

As it is intended to continue as a parkette, Facilities and Real Estate staff advise that the land value will be reduced if rezoned from Mixed-Use to Parkland.  The value on the land is estimated to change from $2.1 million to $70,000.

 

There were no direct financial impacts in 2009 from this action.  However in 2010, the new Principles would indicate a requirement to provide for the fair market value of the parcel.  Operating costs to Parks, Forestry and Recreation are estimated at $24,300 in 2010 for a partial year and $21,300 in 2011 on a full-year basis.

 

The Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer has reviewed this report and agrees with the financial impact information.

Background Information
TE31.6 - Staff Report - Part of 769 Broadview Avenue - Final Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26825.pdf)


TE31.7

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 28 

Application for Residential Demolition - Part of 620 Dundas Street East (251 Sackville Street), 213-235 Sackville Green, 563-583 Dundas Street East and Part of 591 Dundas Street East
Origin
(January 15, 2010) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the application to demolish the subject residential building(s), part of 620 Dundas Street East (251 Sackville Street), 213-235 Sackville Green, 563-583 Dundas Street East, and part of 591 Dundas Street East, with the following conditions, notwithstanding that there is no building permit for replacement buildings on the sites:

 

a.         the removal, handling and disposal of all hazardous materials including but not limited to asbestos, lead, silica, mercury, and polychlorinated biphenyls shall be conducted in accordance with the Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Labour regulations and guidelines;

 

b.         the owner shall ensure the implementation of the demolition and excavation dust control measures approved by the Medical Officer of Health;

 

c.         the owner shall submit any further required information for the review and approval of the Medical Officer of Health and the Chief Building Official, as may be required, prior to the issuance of the demolition permit;

 

d.         prior to initiating any demolition activities, the owner shall notify Toronto Public Health (416 338-8062) of the date the demolition is scheduled to commence;

 

e.         all debris and rubble shall be removed from the site immediately after demolition;

 

f.          any holes on the property shall be back-filled with clean fill; and

 

g.         the owner shall not commence demolition related activities if it will impact privately owned trees protected under Municipal Code, Chapter 813, Trees, Article III unless the trees have been authorized for removal or tree protection measures have been put in place in accordance with the City of Toronto’s “Tree Protection Policy and Specifications for Construction Near Trees.”

Summary

This application is to demolish 71 rental residential units within the Regent Park redevelopment area.  As part of the Council approved revitalization of Regent Park all of the existing social housing units to be demolished will be replaced and tenants are to receive assistance with relocation.

 

This report is before Community Council, in accordance with City-wide residential demolition control under Article II, Demolition Control, of Municipal Code CH. 363, as amended by By-law 1009-2006, enacted by City Council on September 27, 2006, under the authority of Section 33 of the Planning Act.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.7 - Staff Report - Application for Residential Demolition - Regent Park Area
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26826.pdf)


TE31.8

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 20 

395-405 Huron Street and 80 bpNichol Lane - Amendments to Reasons for Designation and Passage of Designating By-laws under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act
Origin
(October 28, 2009) Report from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that

 

1.         City Council adopt the revised Reasons for Designation for the properties at 395-405 Huron Street (Campus Co-op) as set out in Attachment No. 4A of the report dated October 28, 2009, from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division.

 

2.         City Council adopt the revised Reasons for Designation for the property at 80 bpNichol Lane (Coach House Books) as set out in Attachment No. 4B of the report dated October 28, 2009, from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division.

 

3.         Upon receipt of the University of Toronto’s withdrawal of its notices of objection to the proposed designations of the properties at 305-405 Huron Street and 80 bpNichol Lane, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the bills in Council with the amended Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachments Nos. 4A and 4B, designating the properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

Summary

This report recommends that City Council amend the Reasons for Designation for the properties at 395-405 Huron Street (Campus Co-op) as adopted by Council at its meeting of December 12 and 13, 2007, amend the Reasons for Designation for the property at 80 bpNichol Lane (Coach House Books) as adopted by Council at its meeting of May 26 and 27, 2008, and that Council pass the by-laws designating the properties at 395-405 Huron Street and 80 bpNichol Lane under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

Following its meeting of December 12 and 13, 2007, City Council served notice of its intention to designate the properties at 395-405 Huron Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.  On February 15, 2008, the University of Toronto submitted an objection to the notice of intention to designate and the matter was referred to the Conservation Review Board.  In a letter dated July 15, 2008, the university also objected to Council’s notice of intention to designate the adjoining property at 80 bpNichol Lane, which followed the Council meeting of May 26 and 27, 2008, and was referred to the Conservation Review Board.  The University of Toronto has agreed to withdraw its two objections subject to minor revisions to the original Reasons for Designations (Attachments Nos. 3A and 3B) and their replacement by the Revised Reasons for Designation (Attachments Nos. 4A and 4B).

 

Heritage Preservation Services is satisfied that the revised Reasons for Designation will ensure that the properties’ cultural heritage values and attributes are preserved.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE31.8 - Revised Staff Report - 395-405 Huron 80 bpNichol Lane Heritage
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26827.pdf)


8a 395-405 Huron Street and 80 bpNichol Lane - Amendments to Reasons for Designation and Passage of Designating By-laws under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act
Origin
(January 21, 2010) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board
Recommendations

The Toronto Preservation Board recommended to the Toronto and East York Community Council that:

 

1.         City Council adopt the revised Reasons for Designation for the properties at 395-405 Huron Street (Campus Co-op) as set out in Attachment No. 4A of the report dated October 28, 2009, from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division.

 

2.         City Council adopt the revised Reasons for Designation for the property at 80 bpNichol Lane (Coach House Books) as set out in Attachment No. 4B of the report dated October 28, 2009, from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division.

 

3.         Upon receipt of the University of Toronto’s withdrawal of its notices of objection to the proposed designations of the properties at 305-405 Huron Street and 80 bpNichol Lane, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the bills in Council with the amended Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachments Nos. 4A and 4B, designating the properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

Summary

The Toronto Preservation Board on January 21, 2010, considered the report (October 28, 2009) from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division, respecting 395-405 Huron Street and 80 bpNichol Lane - Amendments to Reasons for Designation and Passage of Designating By-laws under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

Background Information
TE31.8.a - Letter - 395-405 Huron Street and 80 bpNichol Lane
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26828.pdf)


TE31.9

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 27 

414-418 Church Street - Amendment to Reasons for Designation and Passage of Designating By-law Under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act
Origin
(January 8, 2010) Report from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council adopt the Revised Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachment No. 4 of the report dated January 8, 2010, from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division.

 

2.         Upon receipt of the owners’ withdrawal of their notice of objection, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce a bill in Council with the amended Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachment No. 4, designating the property under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

Summary

This report recommends that City Council amend the Reasons for Designation for the properties at 414-418 Church Street (Stephen Murphy Houses and Store) as adopted by Council at its meeting of April 25-27, 2006, and that Council pass the by-law designating the properties at 414-418 Church Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

Following its meeting of April 25-27, 2006, City Council served notice of its intention to designate the properties at 414-418 Church Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.  On June 29, 2006, the property owners’ representative submitted an objection to the notice of intention to designate and the matter was referred to the Conservation Review Board.  The property owners have agreed to withdraw their objections subject to minor revisions to the original Reasons for Designation (Attachment No. 3) and their replacement by the revised Reasons for Designation (Attachment No. 4).

 

Heritage Preservation Services is satisfied that the revised Reasons for Designation will ensure that the property’s cultural heritage values and attributes are preserved.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE31.9 - Staff Report - 414-418 Church Street - Reasons for Heritage Designation
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26829.pdf)


9a 414-418 Church Street - Amendment of Reasons for Designation and Passage of Designating By-law Under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act
Origin
(January 21, 2010) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board
Recommendations

The Toronto Preservation Board recommended to the Toronto and East York Community Council that:

 

1.         City Council adopt the Revised Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachment No. 4 of the report dated January 8, 2010, from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division.

 

2.         Upon receipt of the owners’ withdrawal of their notice of objection, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce a bill in Council with the amended Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachment No. 4, designating the property under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

Summary

The Toronto Preservation Board on January 21, 2010, considered the report (January 8, 2010) from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division, respecting 414-418 Church Street - Amendment of Reasons for Designation and Passage of Designating By-law under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

Background Information
TE31.9.a - Letter - 414-418 Church Street - Heritage Designation
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26830.pdf)


TE31.10

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 14 

Sign Variance - 2821 Dundas Street West
Origin
(January 12, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for a variance to permit, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated tri-vision “V-Shape” roof sign  containing an illuminated static sign board facing east and an illuminated tri-vision sign board facing west.  The roof sign would be located on top of a two-storey building at 2821 Dundas Street West.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Timothy May of CBS Outdoor, on behalf of Robin Kristein, for approval of a variance from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated “V” shape roof sign that contains an illuminated static sign board facing east and an illuminated tri-vision sign board facing west.  The proposed third party roof sign would be located on top of a two-storey building at 2821 Dundas Street West.

 

Staff recommends refusal of this application.  The variance is major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.10 - Staff Report - 2821 Dundas Street West - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26831.pdf)


(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.12) (Deferred from November 10, 2009 - 2009.TE29.20)
TE31.11

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 18 

Sign Variance - 1245 Dupont Street
Origin
(August 27, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that:

 

1.         Toronto and East York Community Council refuse the request for a variance to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated pedestal sign containing an illuminated LED electronic changeable copy message centre at the northeast corner of the property at 1245 Dupont Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Dominic Rotundo of Pattison Sign Group, on behalf of Gallaria Mall Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated pedestal sign containing an illuminated LED electronic changeable copy message centre at the northeast corner of the property at 1245 Dupont Street.

 

Staff recommends refusal of this application.  The variance is major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.11 - Staff Report - 1245 Dupont Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26832.pdf)


(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.13)
TE31.12

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 21 

Sign Variance - 1467 Bathurst Street
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to permit replacement of an existing illuminated third party, four-sided pedestal sign with a newly designed four-sided illuminated ground sign, for third party advertising purposes, along St. Clair Avenue West frontage of the property at 1467 Bathurst Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Cross Town Car Wash, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit replacement of an existing four-sided third party, illuminated pedestal sign with a newly designed four-sided third party, illuminated ground sign along St. Clair Avenue West frontage of the property at 1467 Bathurst Street.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.12 - Staff Report - 1467 Bathurst Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26490.pdf)


(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.14)
TE31.13

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 21 

Sign Variance - 624 St. Clair Avenue West
Origin
(December 10, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for a variance to permit replacement of an existing illuminated third party, four-sided pedestal sign with a newly designed four-sided illuminated ground sign, for third party advertising purposes, along St. Clair Avenue West frontage of the property at 624 St. Clair Avenue West.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of 857447 Ontario Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit replacement of an existing third party, four-sided illuminated pedestal sign with a newly designed four-sided illuminated ground sign for third party advertising purposes, along St. Clair Avenue West frontage of the property at 624 St. Clair Avenue West.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.13 - Staff Report - 624 St. Clair Avenue West - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26491.pdf)


(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.15)
TE31.14

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 21 

Sign Variance - 21 Vaughan Road
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for a variance to permit replacement of four existing third party, four-sided illuminated pedestal signs with four newly designed, four-sided illuminated third party ground signs.  Three of the four pedestal signs are located along the Bathurst street frontage and the fourth pedestal sign is located along Vaughan Road frontage of the property at 21 Vaughan Road (see graphics attached to the report from the Director, Toronto Building).

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Bathurst-Vaughan Mall, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit replacement of four existing illuminated, third party, four-sided pedestal signs with four newly designed, four-sided illuminated third party ground signs.  Three of the four pedestal signs are located along the Bathurst street frontage and the fourth pedestal sign is located along the Vaughan Road frontage of the property at 21 Vaughan Road (see graphics attached to the report).

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variance is major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code. 

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.14 - Staff Report - 21 Vaughan Road - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26492.pdf)


(Deferred from November 10, 2009 - 2009.TE29.21)
TE31.15

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Sign Variance - 83 Bloor Street West
Origin
(September 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to permit replacement of an existing third party illuminated two face roof sign with a newly designed illuminated two face third party roof sign containing an LED electronic static copy equipped to control the changeable copy image board remotely at 83 Bloor Street West.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Roy Dzeko of CBS Outdoor, on behalf of Hugo Boss Canada, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit replacement of an existing third party illuminated two face roof sign with a newly designed illuminated two face third party roof sign containing an LED electronic static copy image board equipped to control the changeable copy image remotely at 83 Bloor Street West.

 

Staff recommends refusal of this application.  The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.15 - Staff Report - 83 Bloor Street West - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25284.pdf)

Communications
(November 9, 2009) E-mail from Ron Palmer, Chair, PPUD Committee, Bloor-Yorkville BIA (TE.Main.TE31.15.1)

TE31.16

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Sign Variance - 1 Bloor Street East
Origin
(January 11, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to permit, for third party advertising purposes, six illuminated temporary ground signs on the construction hoarding for a period of three years, at 1 Bloor Street East.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by David Mackie, on behalf of Tuscany Ridge Development for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for third party advertising purposes, six illuminated temporary ground signs on the construction hoarding for a period of three years at 1 Bloor Street East. 

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.16 - Staff Report - 1 Bloor Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26833.pdf)


TE31.17

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Sign Variance - 466 Sherbourne Street
Origin
(January 12, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for a variance to permit, for third party advertising purposes, replacement of an illuminated existing fascia sign with an illuminated tri-vision fascia sign on the north elevation of the building at 466 Sherbourne Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Timothy May of CBS Outdoor, on behalf of Paval Kanagathurai, for approval of a variance from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for third party advertising purposes, replacement of an illuminated existing fascia sign with an illuminated tri-vision fascia sign on the north elevation of the building. 

 

Staff recommends refusal of this application.  The variance is major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.17 - Staff Report - 466 Sherbourne Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26834.pdf)


TE31.18

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Sign Variance - 774 Yonge Street
Origin
(January 12, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to permit, for third party advertising purposes, a “V” shape roof sign that contains an illuminated tri-vision sign board facing north and an illuminated static sign board facing south.  The proposed third party roof sign would be located on top of a three-storey listed historic building at 774 Yonge Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Timothy May of CBS Outdoor, on behalf of Hiev Tran, for approval of a variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for third party advertising purposes, a “V” shape roof sign that contains an illuminated tri-vision sign board facing north and an illuminated static sign board facing south.  The proposed third party roof sign would be located on top of a three-storey listed historic building at 774 Yonge Street.

 

Staff recommends refusal of this application.  The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.18 - Staff Report - 774 Yonge Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26835.pdf)


(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.16)
TE31.19

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 114 Church Street
Origin
(December 7, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three illuminated, four-sided ground signs at 114 Church Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Lombard Church Holdings Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three four-sided illuminated ground signs at 114 Church Street.  These ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.19 - Staff Report - 114 Church Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26493.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.19.1)

(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.17)
TE31.20

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 154 Front Street East
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two four-sided, illuminated ground signs along Front Street East frontage of the property at 154 Front Street East.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of the Toronto Transit Commission, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two four-sided, illuminated ground signs along Front Street East frontage of the property at 154 Front Street East. These ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.20 - Staff Report - 154 Front Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26500.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.20.1)

(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.18)
TE31.21

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 271 Front Street East
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three illuminated, four-sided ground signs.  One of the three signs is located along Front Street frontage and two signs are located along the Parliament Street frontage of the property at 271 Front Street East.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of 271 Front Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three four-sided, illuminated ground signs.  One of the three signs is located along Front Street frontage and two signs are located along the Parliament Street frontage of the property at 271 Front Street East. These signs are replacement signs for legal non-conforming pedestal signs previously existing on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.21 - Staff Report - 271 Front Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26499.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.21.1)

(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.19)
TE31.22

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 227 Gerrard Street East
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two four-sided, illuminated ground signs along Gerrard Street frontage of the property at 227 Gerrard Street East.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Brewer Retail, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two four-sided, illuminated ground signs along Gerrard Street frontage of the property at 227 Gerrard Street East.  These ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.22 - Staff Report - 227 Gerrard Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26496.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.22.1)

(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.20)
TE31.23

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 85 Harbour Street
Origin
(December 8, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, five four-sided, illuminated ground signs at 85 Harbour Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Oxford Properties Group, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, five four-sided illuminated ground signs at 85 Harbour Street.  Although, these ground signs have replaced the previously existed five, four-sided, legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.23 - Staff Report - 85 Harbour Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26497.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.23.1)

(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.21)
TE31.24

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 65 King Street East
Origin
(December 2, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated, four-sided ground sign on the northwest corner of the property at 65 King Street East.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Citypark Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated, four-sided ground sign on the northwest corner of the property at 65 King Street East. This sign replaced an existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal sign.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.24 - Staff Report - 65 King Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26503.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.24.1)

(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.22)
TE31.25

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 307 Lake Shore Boulevard East
Origin
(December 8, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated four-sided ground sign located on the northeast corner of the property at 307 Lakeshore Boulevard East.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Joseph Haupert, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to Maintain, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated four-sided ground sign located on the northeast corner of the property at 307 Lakeshore Boulevard East. This ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at this location on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.25 - Staff Report - 307 Lake Shore Boulevard East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26504.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.25.1)

(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.23)
TE31.26

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 21 Lower Sherbourne Street
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, a four-sided illuminated ground sign along Lower Sherburne Street frontage of the property at 21 Lower Sherburne Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Glenvale Estates Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, a four-sided illuminated ground sign along Lower Sherbourne Street frontage of the property at 21 Lower Sherbourne Street. These ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.26 - Staff Report - 21 Lower Sherbourne Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26505.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.26.1)

(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.24)
TE31.27

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 28 River Street
Origin
(December 5, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two illuminated, four-sided ground signs along River Street frontage of the property at 28 River Street (see graphics attached to the report dated December 5, 2009, from the Director, Toronto Building).

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Brewers Retail, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two illuminated, four-sided ground signs along River Street frontage of the property at 28 River Street. These signs replaced two previously existing third party pedestal signs.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.27 - Staff Report - 28 River Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26506.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.27.1)

(Deferred from January 12, 2010 - 2010.TE30.25)
TE31.28

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 44 Victoria Street (25 Richmond Street East)
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain for third party advertising purposes, three four-sided illuminated ground signs at 44 Victoria Street (25 Richmond Street East).

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Metropolitan Parking Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three four-sided illuminated ground signs at 44 Victoria Street (25 Richmond Street East). These signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.28 - Staff Report - 44 Victoria Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26507.pdf)

Communications
(January 6, 2010) E-mail from David S. Crawford (TE.Main.TE31.28.1)

TE31.29

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 22 

Front Yard Parking Appeal - 33 Duggan Avenue
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 33 Duggan Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 33 Duggan Avenue for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE31.29 - Staff Report - 33 Duggan Avenue - Front Yard Parking Appeal
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26838.pdf)

TE31.29 - Staff Report - 33 Duggan Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26839.pdf)

TE31.29 - Staff Report - 33 Duggan Avenue - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26840.pdf)

TE31.29 - Staff Report - 33 Duggan Avenue - Appendix C
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26841.pdf)

TE31.29 - Staff Report - 33 Duggan Avenue - Appendix D
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26842.pdf)


TE31.30

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 22 

Front Yard Parking Appeal - 35 Duggan Avenue
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 35 Duggan Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 35 Duggan Avenue for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE31.30 - Staff Report - 35 Duggan Avenue - Front Yard Parking Appeal
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26843.pdf)

TE31.30 - Staff Report - 35 Duggan Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26844.pdf)

TE31.30 - Staff Report - 35 Duggan Avenue - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26845.pdf)

TE31.30 - Staff Report - 35 Duggan Avenue - Appendix C
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26846.pdf)

TE31.30 - Staff Report - 35 Duggan Avenue - Appendix D
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26847.pdf)


TE31.31

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 29 

Front Yard Parking Appeal - 305 Monarch Park Avenue
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 305 Monarch Park Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 305 Monarch Park Avenue for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE31.31 - Staff Report - 305 Monarch Park Avenue - Front Yard Parking Appeal
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26848.pdf)

TE31.31 - Staff Report - 305 Monarch Park Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26849.pdf)

TE31.31 - Staff Report - 305 Monarch Park Avenue - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26850.pdf)

TE31.31 - Staff Report - 305 Monarch Park Avenue - Appendix C
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26851.pdf)

TE31.31 - Staff Report - 305 Monarch Park Avenue - Appendix D
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26852.pdf)

Communications
(February 2, 2010) E-mail from Betty, Neno and Simon Jenciragic (TE.New.TE31.31.1)

TE31.32

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Front Yard Parking Appeal - 98 Normandy Boulevard
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 98 Normandy Boulevard.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 98 Normandy Boulevard for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE31.32 - Staff Report - 98 Normandy Boulevard - Front Yard Parking Appeal
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26853.pdf)

TE31.32 - Staff Report - 98 Normandy Boulevard - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26854.pdf)

TE31.32 - Staff Report - 98 Normandy Boulevard - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26855.pdf)

TE31.32 - Staff Report - 98 Normandy Boulevard - Appendix C
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26856.pdf)

TE31.32 - Staff Report - 98 Normandy Boulevard - Appendix D
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26857.pdf)

TE31.32 - Staff Report - 98 Normandy Boulevard - Appendix E
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26858.pdf)


TE31.33

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Front Yard Parking Appeal - 11 Rhodes Avenue
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 11 Rhodes Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 11 Rhodes Avenue for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE31.33 - Staff Report - 11 Rhodes Avenue - Front Yard Parking Appeal
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26860.pdf)

TE31.33 - Staff Report - 11 Rhodes Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26861.pdf)

TE31.33 - Staff Report - 11 Rhodes Avenue - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26862.pdf)

TE31.33 - Staff Report - 11 Rhodes Avenue - Appendix C
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26863.pdf)

TE31.33 - Staff Report - 11 Rhodes Avenue - Appendix D
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26864.pdf)


TE31.34

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Front Yard Parking Appeal - 10 Selwood Avenue
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 10 Selwood Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 10 Selwood Avenue for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE31.34 - Staff Report - 10 Selwood Avenue - Front Yard Parking Appeal
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26866.pdf)

TE31.34 - Staff Report - 10 Selwood Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26867.pdf)

TE31.34 - Staff Report - 10 Selwood Avenue - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26868.pdf)

TE31.34 - Staff Report - 10 Selwood Avenue - Appendix C
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26869.pdf)

TE31.34 - Staff Report - 10 Selwood Avenue - Appendix D
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26870.pdf)

Communications
(November 20, 2009) E-mail from Pamela Farrell (TE.Main.TE31.34.1)

TE31.35

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 21 

Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-Fences at 40 Burton Avenue
Origin
(January 19, 2010) Report from the Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards Division, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council not grant the fence exemption for 40 Burton Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant, being the property owner, is seeking an exemption to the provisions of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences, Section 447-2(B), to permit an existing wrought iron fence constructed on top of a brick wall fence located adjacent to the south property line and also a chain link fence constructed at the west and north side of the property, to exceed the maximum allowable height. The Fence By-law provides that a fence in the rear or side yard area can be constructed to a height of 2 metres.  (See Attachments 1 and 3).

 

A wrought iron fence measuring approximately 1.15 metres in height was constructed on top of a existing brick wall fence that was built sometime in the early 1900s, along the south property line.  The brick wall fence varies in height from approximately 2.25 metres at the east side to 2.71 metres at the west side, due to the slope of the grade.  The brick wall fence measures approximately 59.44 metres in length.  The combined height of the wrought iron and brick fence varies in height from 3.40 metres at the east side and 3.86 metres at the west side, due the slope of the grade.

 

A 3.05 metre high chain link fence was built at the north west corner as an extension to an existing chain link fence for a distance of 10.97 metres along the west property line and 22.25 metres along the north property line.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE31.35 - Staff Report - 40 Burton Avenue - Fence Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26872.pdf)

TE31.35 - Staff Report - 40 Burton Avenue- Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26873.pdf)

TE31.35 - Staff Report - 40 Burton Avenue - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26874.pdf)

TE31.35 - Staff Report - 40 Burton Avenue - Attachment 3
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26875.pdf)

TE31.35 - Staff Report - 40 Burton Avenue - Attachment 4
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26876.pdf)


TE31.36

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 22 

Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-Fences at 91 Hillsdale Avenue West
Origin
(January 19, 2010) Report from the Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards Division, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council not grant the fence exemption for 91 Hillsdale Avenue West.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant, being the property owner, is seeking an exemption to the provisions of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences, Section 447-2(B), to permit an existing wooden fence in the rear yard, to exceed the maximum allowable height. The Fence By-law provides that a fence in the rear or side yard area can be constructed to a height of 2 metres.

 

The wooden fence has been constructed in the rear yard on the south, east and west sides.  The fence at the south side measures approximately 10.90 metres in length and 2.60 metres in height.  The fence at the east side measures approximately 11.90 metres in length and varies from approximately 2.40 to 2.70 metres in height, due to slope of the grade.  The fence at the west side measures approximately 13.70 metres in length and varies from approximately 2.60 to 3.00 metres in height, due to the slope of the grade. (Attachments 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5)

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE31.36 - Staff Report - 91 Hillsdale Avenue West - Fence Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26878.pdf)

TE31.36 - Staff Report - 91 Hillsdale Avenue West - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26879.pdf)

TE31.36 - Staff Report - 91 Hillsdale Avenue West - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26880.pdf)

TE31.36 - Staff Report - 91 Hillsdale Avenue West - Attachment 3
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26881.pdf)

TE31.36 - Staff Report - 91 Hillsdale Avenue West - Attachment 4
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26882.pdf)

TE31.36 - Staff Report - 91 Hillsdale Avenue West - Attachment 5
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26883.pdf)


TE31.37

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-Fences at 18 Bright Street
Origin
(January 19, 2010) Report from the Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council not grant the fence exemption for 18 Bright Street. 

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose of this report is to consider a request by the owner of 18 Bright Street to be exempted from Chapter 447– Fences, Section 447-3 C 2(a). This section states that the maximum height of a fence in the rear yard cannot exceed 2 metres.

 

The existing fence, constructed of solid wood and posts stands approximately 2.28 metres, in height and approximately 14.17 metres in length, along the north property line.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE31.37 - Staff Report - 18 Bright Street - Fence Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26884.pdf)

TE31.37 - Staff Report - 18 Bright Street - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26885.pdf)

TE31.37 - Staff Report - 18 Bright Street - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26886.pdf)


TE31.38

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 20 

Privacy Fence - 109 Walmer Road
Origin
(January 20, 2010) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the maintenance of a closed board wooden privacy fence, with a wrought-iron arbour, measuring 2.93 m in height over each gate, 2.09 m in height on the Bernard Avenue flank and 1.93 m in height fronting 109 Walmer Avenue, subject to the owners entering into an encroachment agreement with the City of Toronto, agreeing to but not limited to the following:

 

a.         maintain the privacy fence with arbours at their own expense in good repair and a condition satisfactory to the General Manager of Transportation Services and will not make any additions or modifications to the encroachment beyond what is allowed under the terms of the Agreement;

 

b.         remove the privacy fence with arbours upon receiving 90 days' written notice to do so; and

 

c.         accept such additional conditions as the City Solicitor or the General Manager of Transportation Services may deem necessary in the interest of the City.

 

2.         Direct Legal Services and/or the General Manager of Transportation Services to extend the Encroachment Agreement to the new owner, in the event of sale or transfer to the property abutting the encroachment, subject to the approval of the General Manager of Transportation Services.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed a request from the owners of 109 Walmer Avenue for the maintenance of a closed board wooden privacy fence with a wrought-iron arbour, measuring 2.93 m in height over each gate, 2.09 m in height on the Bernard Avenue flank and 1.93 m in height fronting 109 Walmer Road.

 

Although the fence exceeds the allowable height under the Municipal Code, it does not impact negatively on the public right of way.  Transportation Services recommends approval of the privacy fence at this location.

 

The owners together with any interested parties will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE31.38 - Staff Report - 109 Walmer Road - Privacy Fence
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26887.pdf)

TE31.38 - Staff Report - 109 Walmer Road - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26888.pdf)


TE31.39

ACTION 

3:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 19 

Appeal of the Denial of a Boulevard Cafe Permit Located at 505 College Street, Palmerston Avenue Flankage
Origin
(January 15, 2010) Report from the Manager, Licensing Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the application for the proposed café at 505 College Street, Palmerston Avenue flankage. OR

 

2.         Approve the application for the proposed cafe at 505 College Street, Palmerston Avenue flankage.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

To report on the results of a public poll and refusal to issue a permit by the Municipal Licensing and Standards, based on the results of the public poll conducted in the matter, of an application for a boulevard café permit at 505 College Street, Palmerston Avenue flankage.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE31.39 - Staff Report - 505 College-Palmerston Flankage - Boulevard Cafe
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26889.pdf)

TE31.39 - Staff Report - 505 College-Palmerston Flankage - Appendices 1-5
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26890.pdf)


TE31.40

ACTION 

3:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 19 

Appeal of the Denial of a Boulevard Cafe Permit Located at 593 College Street
Origin
(January 21, 2010) Report from the Manager, Licensing Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the proposed application for the boulevard cafe at 593 College Street. OR

 

2.         Approve the proposed boulevard café permit at 593 College Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

To report on the denial an application received on May 7, 2009 from the business owner, representing Trattoria Giancarlo Inc, operating as Trattoria Giancarlo for a boulevard café located at 593 College Street.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE31.40 - Staff Report - 593 College Street - Boulevard Cafe
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26891.pdf)

TE31.40 - Staff Report - 593 College Street - Appendices 1-4
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26892.pdf)


TE31.41

ACTION 

3:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 19 

Appeal of the Denial of a Boulevard Cafe Permit Application Located at 780 Queen Street West, Gore Vale Avenue Flankage
Origin
(January 21, 2010) Report from the Manager, Licensing Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the application for the proposed boulevard café at 780 Queen Street West. OR

 

2.         Approve the application for the proposed boulevard café at 780 Queen Street West.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

To report on the results of a public poll and refusal to issue a permit by Municipal Licensing and Standards, based on the results of the public poll and physical criteria inspection conducted in the matter, of an application for a boulevard café permit on the Gore Vale Avenue flankage of 780 Queen Street West as requested by the Deputy Mayor.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE31.41 - Staff Report - 780 Queen Street West - Boulevard Cafe
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26893.pdf)

TE31.41 - Staff Report - 780 Queen Street West - Appendices 1-4
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26894.pdf)


TE31.42

ACTION 

3:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 30 

Approval of a Boulevard Cafe Permit Located at 1192 Queen Street East, Curzon Street Flankage to be issued to a New Business Owner
Origin
(January 21, 2010) Report from the Manager, Licensing Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the application of the proposed boulevard cafe at 1192 Queen Street East, Curzon Street flankage. OR

 

2.         Approve the application of the proposed boulevard cafe at 1192 Queen Street East, Curzon Street flanakge with the previous conditions approved to the new business owner:

                       

1.         the patio be closed at 10:00 pm; and

 

2.         the boulevard café operation be monitored for the 2010 café season and the results be reported back to Toronto and East York Community Council at the end of the season.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

To report on an application from a new business owner for a boulevard café permit located at 1192 Queen Street East, Curzon Street flankage.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE31.42 - Staff Report - 1192 Queen Street East - Boulevard Cafe
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26895.pdf)

TE31.42 - Staff Report - 1192 Queen Street East - Appendices 1-2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26896.pdf)


TE31.43

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 20 

Preliminary Report - 117 Peter Street and 287 Richmond Street West - Rezoning
Origin
(January 20, 2010) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         Staff continue to work with the applicant to achieve a height and built form that is consistent with the policies and goals of the King-Spadina Secondary Plan and the King Spadina East Precinct Built Form Study.

Summary

This application was made on August 7, 2009 and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application proposes a 29-storey mixed use building at 117 Peter St. and 287 Richmond Street West, at a height of approximately 98.6 m.  The proposal originally included approximately 297 residential units and 171 hotel suites, with a restaurant at grade, however staff understand that the hotel use may not be going forward and that the project may undergo some redesign.  Parking for vehicles and bicycles is proposed to be provided in four below-grade levels.

 

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application.

 

Staff do not support the application in its current form but would like to work with the applicant to resolve issues.  Staff have indicated to the applicant that the height and massing of the proposal is not appropriate in the context of King-Spadina’s policy framework and the goals of preserving heritage fabric and scale. The site is located within the Warehouse District as identified in the recent King Spadina East Precinct Built Form Study, and is not a location appropriate for the proposed height, which exceeds the permitted height by more than 60 metres.  In addition to the height, the tower floor plate creates a large building mass that could overwhelm the prevailing built form and heritage context of Richmond and Peter Streets.

 

A community consultation meeting was held on January 19, 2010. 

 

Staff will seek to work with the applicant to achieve changes that will result in a proposal that is appropriate for the Warehouse District.  It is anticipated that a final report for the subject application will be submitted in mid-2010.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.43 - Staff Report - 117 Peter Street and 287 Richmond Street West - Preliminary Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26912.pdf)

Communications
(February 1, 2010) E-mail from M. Meyer Elkaim (TE.New.TE31.43.1)

TE31.44

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 27 

Preliminary Report - 1000 Bay Street - Rezoning Application
Origin
(January 13, 2010) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting together with the Ward Councillor.

 

2.         Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.

 

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.

Summary

This application was made on or before December 23, 2009, and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

An application to amend Zoning By-law 438-86 has been submitted to permit a mixed-use development of 32 storeys consisting of 13 storeys for a hotel and 19 storeys (99 units) for a residential condominium at 1000 Bay Street.

 

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.

 

The next step is to undertake a community engagement process, which will include an initial open house/community meeting enabling the public to review the applicant’s submission, and ask questions of City staff and the applicant.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.44 - Staff Report - 1000 Bay Street - Preliminary Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26914.pdf)


TE31.45

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 32 

Preliminary Report - 580 to 592 Kingston Road - Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning Applications
Origin
(January 6, 2010) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting together with the Ward Councillor.

 

2.         Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.

 

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.

Summary

This application was made on or after January 1, 2007, and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application proposes a six-storey, 47-unit apartment building with underground parking at 580 to 592 Kingston Road.

 

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted applications and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the applications and on the community consultation process.

 

A community consultation meeting will be scheduled in the first quarter of 2010.

 

The application has been circulated to City departments and external agencies, where appropriate, for comment.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.45 - Staff Report - 580 to 592 Kingston Road - Preliminary Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26915.pdf)


TE31.46

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 14 

Sign Variance - 2340 Dundas Street West
Origin
(January 13, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the requested variances to permit, for identification purposes, a non- illuminated fascia sign at the third floor level, on a west facing wall of the building at 2340 Dundas Street West.

 

2.         Direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant:

 

a.         upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official; and

 

b.         that the sign permit application related to this approval be filed with the Toronto Building Division prior to April 6, 2010.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Glen Walsh of Culture Link Settlement Services for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, a non- illuminated fascia sign at the third floor level, on a west facing wall of the building at 2340 Dundas Street West.

 

Staff recommends approval of the application.  The variances are minor and within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.
Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.46 - Staff Report - 2340 Dundas Street West - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26916.pdf)


TE31.47

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 19 

Sign Variance - 740 Dupont Street
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the requested variance to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated fascia sign to represent “Rolls Royce” on the west elevation of the building at 740 Dupont Street on a condition that the sign is turned off from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. by means of an automated timing device and require that energy efficient lights be used.

 

2.         Direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant:

 

a.         upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official; and

 

b.         that the sign permit application related to this approval be filed with the Toronto Building Division prior to April 6, 2010.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sylvia Liao of Steel Art Signs, on behalf of Geneen Automobiles Ltd., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated fascia sign to identify “Rolls Royce” on the west elevation of the building at 740 Dupont Street.

 

Staff recommends approval of the application.  The variances are minor and within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.47 - Staff Report - 740 Dupont Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26917.pdf)


TE31.48

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 20 

Sign Variance - 371 Bloor Street West
Origin
(January 15, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the requested variance to extend the permission to maintain, for the University of Toronto Schools, two temporary non-illuminated first party fascia signs for Centennial celebrations, on the north and west elevations of the building at 371 Bloor Street West for a period of 18 months from the date of approval; and

 

2.         Direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant:

 

a.         upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official;

b.         that the sign permit application related to this approval be filed with the Toronto Building Division prior to April 6, 2010; and

            c.         that the signs be removed after the 18-month temporary approval.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Willy Wong, on behalf of University of Toronto, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to extend the permission to maintain, for the University of Toronto Schools, two temporary non-illuminated first party fascia signs for Centennial celebrations, on the north and west elevations of the building at 371 Bloor Street West for a period of 18 months from the date of approval. 

 

Staff recommends approval of the application.  The variances are minor and within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.48 - Staff Report - 371 Bloor Street West - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26918.pdf)


TE31.49

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 333 Bay Street
Origin
(January 21, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the requested variance to permit, for identification purposes, replacement of an existing illuminated pedestal sign with a newly designed pedestal sign containing an electronic message and animated display copy along the Bay Street frontage of the property at 333 Bay Street and require that:

 

i.          energy efficient lights be used; and

ii.         the sign be set back a minimum of  0.15 m from the west property line.

 

2.         City Council direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant:

 

a.         upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official; and

 

b.         that the sign permit application related to this approval, be filed with the Toronto Building Division prior to April 6, 2010.

Summary

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Catherine Biesma of Goodmans LLP on behalf of Exchange Tower Limited and Brookfield Properties Limited, for approval of a variance from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, replacement of an existing illuminated pedestal sign with a newly designed pedestal sign containing an electronic message and animated display copy along the Bay Street frontage of the property at 333 Bay Street.

 

Staff recommends approval of the application.  The variance is minor and within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.49 - Revised Staff Report - 333 Bay Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26920.pdf)


TE31.50

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 620 Dundas Street East
Origin
(January 15, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the requested variances to permit, for identification purposes, a temporary non- illuminated ground sign for a period of two years from the date of approval along the Dundas Street East frontage of the property at 620 Dundas Street East.

 

2.         Direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant:

 

a.         upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official.

 

b.         that the sign permit application related to this approval be filed with the Toronto Building Division prior to April 6, 2010.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Amanda Kosloski with Daniels Construction Corporation, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, a non- illuminated ground sign along the Dundas Street East frontage of the property, for a period of two years from the date of approval, at 620 Dundas Street East.

 

Staff recommends approval of the application.  The variances are minor and within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.50 - Staff Report - 620 Dundas Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26921.pdf)


TE31.51

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 121 King Street West
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the requested variances to permit, for identification purposes, two illuminated pedestal signs along King Street West frontage of the property, two illuminated fascia signs on the north elevation, one illuminated fascia sign on the south elevation and one fascia sign on the west elevation of the building at 121 King West and require that energy efficient lights be used.

 

2.         Direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant:

 

a.         upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official; and

 

b.         that the sign permit application related to this approval be filed with the Toronto Building Division prior to April 6, 2010.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Kirk Morozov, with Kramer Design Associates on behalf of Standard Life, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, two illuminated pedestal signs along the building at 121 King Street West.

 

Staff recommends approval of the application.  The variances are minor and within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.51 - Staff Report - 121 King Street West - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26922.pdf)


TE31.52

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 30 

Sign Variance - 1195 Danforth Avenue
Origin
(January 15, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the requested variances to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated ground sign on the northwest corner of the property at 1195 Danforth Avenue and require that energy efficient lights be used.

 

2.         Direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant:

 

a.         upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official.

 

b.         that the sign permit application related to this approval be filed with the Toronto Building Division prior to April 6, 2010.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Tae Ryuck with Goldberg Group on behalf of Imperial Oil Ltd., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated ground sign on the northwest corner of the property at 1195 Danforth Avenue.

 

Staff recommends approval of the application.  The variances are minor and within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.52 - Staff Report - 1195 Danforth Avenue - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26923.pdf)


TE31.53

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Sign Variance - 3003 Danforth Avenue
Origin
(January 12, 2010) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the request for variances to maintain, for identification purposes, five illuminated fascia signs as replacement of the five previously existed fascia signs on these locations and require that energy efficient lights be used.  The fascia signs “Metro” (A) and “24 Hrs” (B)are located on the north elevation and the fascia “Metro” (C) and “24 Hrs” (D) are located on the east elevation and the fascia sign “Metro” (E) is located on the southeast elevation of the building at 3003 Danforth Avenue (see attached graphics).

 

2.         Direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant:

 

a.         upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official; and

 

b.         that the sign permit application related to this approval be filed with the Toronto Building Division prior to April 6, 2010.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Christina Baudi with International Neon, for Metro Ontario Services for approval of variances from By-law No. 64-87 of the former City of East York to maintain, for identification purposes, five illuminated fascia signs as replacement of the five existing illuminated fascia signs on these locations on the building, as identified on the attached graphics “Metro” and “24 Hrs” on the north elevation and “Metro” and “24 Hrs” on the east elevation and “Metro” on the southeast elevation of the building at 3003 Danforth Avenue.

 

Staff recommends approval of the application.  The variances are minor and are within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE31.53 - Staff Report - 3003 Danforth Avenue - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26924.pdf)


TE31.54

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 20 

Naming of Public Lane Located South of Harbord Street, Extending Easterly, then Northerly from Major Street
Origin
(January 20, 2010) Report from the City Surveyor
Recommendations

The City Surveyor recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Direct that the public lane located south of Harbord Street, extending easterly, then northerly, from Major Street, be named “Louie Laki Lane”.

 

2.         Authorize and direct the appropriate City Officials to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of a naming by-law.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the community council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report recommends that the public lane located south of Harbord Street, extending easterly, then northerly from Major Street, be named “Louie Laki Lane”.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE31.54 - Staff Report - Naming of Public Lane Located South of Harbord Street
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26925.pdf)


TE31.55

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Renaming of Wellesley Lane
Origin
(January 21, 2010) Report from the City Surveyor
Recommendations

The City Surveyor recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Direct that the public lane known as Wellesley Lane, extending westerly from Sherbourne Street to Wellesley Place, be renamed “Lourdes Lane”.

 

2.         Authorize and direct the appropriate City Officials to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of a renaming by-law.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the community council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

This report recommends that the public lane known as Wellesley Lane be renamed “Lourdes Lane”.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE31.55 - Staff Report - Renaming of Wellesley Lane
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26926.pdf)


TE31.56

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 18 

Permanent Closure of the Easterly Portion of the Public Lane Abutting Premises No. 1006 Dufferin Street for Incorporation into the Dufferin Station Modernization
Origin
(January 15, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council permanently close the portion of the public lane shown as Part 1 on the attached Sketch No. PS-2009-091 (the “Lane”), subject to:

 

a.         easement interests for the easements required by Bell Canada and Rogers Cable being declared surplus in accordance with City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 213 and authority having been granted to convey the easements to Bell Canada and Rogers Cable in and over the closed Lane for nominal consideration; and

 

b.         compliance with the requirements of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 162.

 

2.         City Council authorize Transportation Services staff to give notice to the public, after authority has been granted to convey the required easements to Bell Canada and Rogers Cable, of a proposed by-law to close the Lane in accordance with the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 162, with the Toronto and East York Community Council to hear any member of the public who wishes to speak to the matter during consideration of the draft by-law.

 

3.         City Council authorize Transportation Services staff to advise the public of the proposed closure of the Lane prior to implementation, in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for Schedule A+ activities, by posting notice of the proposed closure on the notices page of the City’s website for at least five working days prior to the Toronto and East York Community Council meeting at which the proposed by-law to close the Lane will be considered.

Summary

In conjunction with the modernization of Toronto Transit Commission’s Dufferin  Station, Transportation Services staff was requested to investigate the feasibility of closing the easterly portion of the public lane abutting Premises No. 1006 Dufferin Street to allow for the expansion of the Dufferin Station.

 

Transportation Services recommends that the easterly portion of the public lane abutting Premises No. 1006 Dufferin Street be permanently closed.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications to Transportation Services from the adoption of this report. However, funding to cover all costs associated with the Dufferin Station Modernization is available in project CTT010, CTT024 and CTT028 in the 2010-2019 Approved Capital Budget and Plan.

 

The Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer has reviewed this report and agrees with the financial impact information.

Background Information
TE31.56 - Staff Report - Permanent Lane Closure Abutting 1006 Dufferin Street
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26928.pdf)

TE31.56 - Staff Report - 1006 Dufferin Street - Sketch No. PS-2009-091
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26989.pdf)


TE31.57

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Lane and Sidewalk Closure - The Esplanade
Origin
(January 18, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the closure of the westbound direction and north sidewalk on The Esplanade, between Yonge Street and a point 40.8 metres east of Yonge Street, from February 10, 2010 to May 31, 2013.

 

2.         Implement “No Stopping Anytime” on the south side of The Esplanade, between Yonge Street and a point 40.8 metres east of Yonge Street.

 

3.         Return The Esplanade to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is completed.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has the delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Ferncastle Front Street Inc. is constructing a 57-storey condominium on the north side of The Esplanade at 8 The Esplanade, between Yonge Street and Scott Street.  Transportation Services has been requested to close the westbound direction and north sidewalk on The Esplanade for 40 months to facilitate construction.

 

As part of this same condominium project, Transportation Services has been requested to close the sidewalk and curb lane on the east side of Yonge Street.  This issue is dealt with in a separate report “Lane and Sidewalk Closure – Yonge Street”, which requires City Council approval.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact on the City.  Ferncastle Front Street Inc. will bear the costs.

Background Information
TE31.57 - Staff Report - The Esplanade - Lane and Sidewalk Closure
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26929.pdf)

TE31.57 - Staff Report - The Esplanade - Drawing No. 421F-9899
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26934.pdf)


TE31.58

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 28 

Lane and Sidewalk Closure - Yonge Street
Origin
(January 18, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the closure of the sidewalk and curb lane on the east side of Yonge Street, between The Esplanade and Front Street, from February 24, 2010 to May 31, 2013.

 

2.         City Council direct that Yonge Street be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is completed.

Summary

Ferncastle Front Street Inc. is constructing a 57-storey condominium on the north-east corner of Yonge Street and The Esplanade, at 8 The Esplanade. Transportation Services has been requested to close the curb lane and east sidewalk on Yonge Street for 40 months to facilitate construction.

 

As part of this same condominium project, Transportation Services has been requested to close the westbound direction and north sidewalk on The Esplanade.  This issue is dealt with in a separate report “Lane and Sidewalk Closure – The Esplanade”, which requires Toronto and East York Community Council approval.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact on the City.  Ferncastle Front Street Inc will bear the costs.

Background Information
TE31.58 - Staff Report - Yonge Street - Lane and Sidewalk Closure
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26930.pdf)

TE31.58 - Staff Report - Yonge Street - Lane and Sidewalk - Drawing No. 421F-9899
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26933.pdf)


TE31.59

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 28 

Extension of Taxicab Stand - Richmond Street West, North Side, Between York Street and Bay Street
Origin
(January 18, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend the Taxicab Stand regulation, currently in place for 2 taxicabs on the north side of Richmond Street West, between a point 28 metres east of York Street and a point 37 metres east of York Street, to operate for 5 taxicabs on the north side of Richmond Street West, between a point 28 metres east of York Street and a point 63.5 metres east of York Street.

 

2.         City Council rescind the existing ‘No Stopping 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday except Public Holidays’ regulation, currently in effect on the north side of Richmond Street West, between York Street and a point approximately 47 metres east.

 

3.         City Council rescind the existing ‘No Stopping 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Monday to Friday except Public Holidays’ regulation, currently in effect on the north side of Richmond Street West, between a point 47 metres east of York Street and a point 36.0 metres west of Berti Street.

 

4.         City Council prohibit stopping on the north side of Richmond Street West, between York Street and a point approximately 63.5 metres east of York Street, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., except Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays.

 

5.         City Council prohibit stopping on the north side of Richmond Street West, between a point 63.5 metres east of York Street and a point 36 metres west of Berti Street, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Monday to Friday except Public Holidays.

Summary

The Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel on January 1, 2010, closed the on-site taxicab facility in the Motor Court area of the hotel.  The Motor Court is located on the west side of the hotel, with access previously provided for taxis from York Street via a driveway between Queen Street West and Richmond Street West. As a result, taxis which typically would have waited on-site for their fares will need to be relocated off the hotel property.

 

Transportation Services is seeking authority to extend the easterly limit of the existing 2-vehicle taxicab stand, located on the north side of Richmond Street West east of York Street, to provide three additional taxicab spaces.  In order to provide 3 additional taxicab spaces, the bus pickup/drop off zone will need to be reduced by 16.5 metres.  This change will not impact significantly on bus loading/unloading operations.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services Division Interim 2010 Operating Budget

$ 1000.00

 

Background Information
TE31.59 - Staff Report - Richmond Street West - Extension of Taxicab Stand
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26931.pdf)

TE31.59 - Staff Report - Richmond Street West - Drawing No. 421F-9897
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26932.pdf)


TE31.60

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18, 19 

Parking Amendments - Dovercourt Road
Origin
(January 20, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the “No Parking, from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” regulation, on the west side of Dovercourt Road, from St. Anne’s Road to a point 121.9 metres south.

 

2.         Rescind the “One-hour Maximum Parking, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday” regulation, on the west side of Dovercourt Road, from a point 121.9 metres south of St. Annes Road to Harrison Street.

 

3.         Introduce a “One-hour Maximum Parking, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday”, regulation on the west side of Dovercourt Road from St. Anne’s Road to Harrison Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting authority to rescind the “No Parking, 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” regulation, on the west side of Dovercourt Road, from St. Anne’s Road to a point 121.9 metres south and introduce a “One-hour Maximum Parking, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday” regulation.

 

This change will not adversely impact traffic operation and will provide a total of about 15 additional parking spaces on this street during the daytime hours.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

$500.00

 

 

Background Information
TE31.60 - Staff Report - Dovercourt Road - Parking Amendments
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26935.pdf)

TE31.60 - Staff Report - Dovercourt Road - Drawing 421F-9904
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-27022.pdf)


TE31.61

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18, 20, 32 

Installation/Removal of On-Street Parking Spaces for Persons With Disabilities - February 2010
Origin
(January 20, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the installation and removal of on-street parking spaces for persons with disabilities at the locations identified in the attached Appendix A to the report dated January 20, 2010, from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.  The purpose is to obtain approval for the installation/removal of a number of on-street parking spaces for persons with disabilities.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim operating Budget

     $2,400.00

 

Background Information
TE31.61 - Staff Report - On-Street Parking Spaces for Persons with Disabilities
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26936.pdf)


TE31.62

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Student Pick Up/Drop Off - Henry Lane Terrace
Origin
(January 19, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the existing “No Parking Anytime” regulation on both sides of the northerly roadway of Henry Lane Terrace between George Street South and the westerly roadway of Henry Lane Terrace.

 

2.         Prohibit parking at all times on the south side of the northerly roadway of Henry Lane Terrace between George Street South and the westerly roadway of Henry Lane Terrace.

 

3.         Rescind the existing “10-minute maximum parking limit from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Mon to Fri” regulation in effect on the north side of the northerly roadway of Henry Lane Terrace between a point 12.5 metres west of George Street South and a point 34 metres further south.

 

4.         Implement a 10-minute maximum parking limit from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and from 3:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of the northerly roadway of Henry Lane Terrace between a point 12.5 metres west of George Street South and a point 34 metres further west.

 

5.         Prohibit parking on the north side of the northerly roadway of Henry Lane Terrace between a point 12.5 metres west of George Street South and a point 34 metres further west from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m., and from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. of the next following day, Monday to Friday, and 12:01 a.m. to 7:30 a.m., Saturday to Monday.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is seeking authority to amend the parking regulations on the north side of the northerly roadway of Henry Lane Terrace, west of George Street South, to increase the afternoon times of the existing pick up/drop off zone, associated with Downtown Alternative School.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Toronto Transportation Services Interim 2010 Operating Budget 

$500.00

 

Background Information
TE31.62 - Staff Report - Henry Lane Terrace - Student Pick Up Drop Off
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26937.pdf)

TE31.62 - Staff Report - Henry Lane Terrace - Drawing No. 421F-9902
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26973.pdf)


TE31.63

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 30 

School Zone - Leslie Street
Origin
(January 15, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the existing 10-minute maximum parking limit from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on the east side of Leslie Street between a point 234 metres north of Queen Street East and a point 91.4 metres further north.

 

2.         Rescind the existing parking prohibition from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Leslie Street between a point 234 metres north of Queen Street East and a point 91.4 metres further north.

 

3.         Implement a 10-minute maximum parking limit from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except July, August, and public holidays on the east side of Leslie Street between a point 47.5 metres south of Dundas Street East and a point 53 metres further south.

 

4.         Prohibit parking from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except July, August, and public holidays on the east side of Leslie Street between a point 47.5 metres south of Dundas Street East and a point 53 metres further south.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is seeking authority to amend the existing parking regulations on the east side of Leslie Street, south of Dundas Street East, to reduce the length and operating time of the 10-minute maximum parking student pick-up/drop-off zone opposite St. Joseph Catholic School.  The change will provide additional on-street parking for area residents during school hours, and during the summer months.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Toronto Transportation Services Interim 2010 Operating Budget 

$600.00

 

Background Information
TE31.63 - Staff Report - Leslie Street - School Zone
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26938.pdf)

TE31.63 - Staff Report - Leslie Street - School Zone - Drawing No. 421F-9895
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26939.pdf)


TE31.64

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 29 

Road Alteration - Lipton Avenue
Origin
(January 20, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the alteration of Lipton Avenue, generally as shown on Drawing 421F-9903 dated January 2010, attached to the report dated January 20, 2010, from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

Summary

Transportation Services is seeking authority from City Council to alter the roadway on Lipton Avenue to allow for the construction of a second exit from the Pape Subway Station, as part of the Toronto Transit Commission Pape Station Modernization Project.  The proposed modifications include realigning the roadway on both sides of Lipton Avenue and the installation of a sidewalk on both sides and at the end of the roadway.

 

The proposal will allow for the second exit to Pape Station while maintaining all existing vehicular and pedestrian accesses on Lipton Avenue.  The pedestrian sidewalks will be improved and neither maintenance operations nor parking regulations will be affected.

Financial Impact

All costs associated with the modifications of Lipton Avenue will be the responsibility of the Toronto Transit Commission as part of the Pape Station Modernization project.

Background Information
TE31.64 - Staff Report - Lipton Avenue - Road Alteration
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26940.pdf)

TE31.64 - Staff Report - Lipton Avenue - Drawing 421F-9903
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26941.pdf)


TE31.65

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 31 

Realignment of Roadway - Lumsden Avenue at Eastdale Avenue
Origin
(January 18, 2010) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the alteration that realigns the roadway on Lumsden Avenue at Eastdale Avenue, generally as shown on Drawing No. 421F-9885 dated December 2009, attached to the report dated January 18, 2010, from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

Summary

Transportation Services is seeking authority from City Council to alter the roadway at Lumsden Avenue and Eastdale Avenue to improve the pedestrian environment.  The proposed modifications include realigning the roadway on both sides of Lumsden Avenue and Eastdale Avenue to accommodate the installation of a sidewalk.

 

The proposal will improve the pedestrian environment and will have minimal impact on the level of service provided to motorists and transit service on this section at Lumsden Avenue and Eastdale Avenue.  Neighbourhood travel patterns and available parking will not be affected.

Financial Impact

In addition to the road and sidewalk work, the proposed realignment of this portion of Lumsden Avenue at Eastdale Avenue will require the relocation of other infrastructure such as catch basins, maintenance hole chambers, guide rails and light standards.  Preliminary cost estimates for this work are in the order of $115,000.00.  This project will be included in the Transportation Services 2010 Capital Sidewalk Program and would be subject to available funding and competing priorities.

Background Information
TE31.65 - Staff Report - Lumsden Ave at Eastdale Ave - Realignment
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26942.pdf)

TE31.65 - Staff Report - Lumsden Avenue - Drawing 421F-9885
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26946.pdf)


TE31.66

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 19 

Sale of Vacant Land at the Rear of 55 Niagara Street
Origin
(January 21, 2010) Report from the Chief Corporate Officer
Recommendations

The Chief Corporate Officer recommends that:

 

1.         City Council accept the Offer to Purchase from Maria Lourdes Caetano to purchase the City-owned parcel of vacant land, located at the rear of 55 Niagara Street, and being part of Block A, Plan 655, City West, designated as Part 4 on Plan 64R-15954, City of Toronto (the “Property”), in the amount of $9,332.62, substantially on the terms and conditions outlined in Appendix “A” to the report dated January 21, 2010, from the Chief Corporate Officer.

 

2.         City Council authorize each of the Chief Corporate Officer and the Director of Real Estate Services severally to accept the Offer to Purchase on behalf of the City.

 

3.         City Council authorize a portion of the proceeds of closing be directed to fund the outstanding expenses related to the Property and the completion of the sale transaction.

 

4.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to complete the transaction on behalf of the City, including paying any necessary expenses, amending the closing, due diligence and other dates, and amending and waiving terms and conditions, on such terms as she considers reasonable.

Summary

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval for the sale of the City-owned parcel of vacant land known as part of 28 Bathurst Street and located at the rear of 55 Niagara Street.

 

Negotiations with Maria Lourdes Caetano have resulted in the Offer to Purchase that is being recommended for acceptance by the City.

 

The terms for completing the transaction as set out herein are considered to be fair, reasonable and reflective of market value.

Financial Impact

Revenue in the amount of $9,332.62 (net of GST), less closing costs and the usual adjustments is anticipated.

 

The Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer has reviewed this report and agrees with the financial impact information.

Background Information
TE31.66 - Staff Report - Sale of Vacant Land at Rear of 55 Niagara Street
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26943.pdf)

TE31.66 - Staff Report - 55 Niagara Street - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26944.pdf)

TE31.66 - Staff Report - 55 Niagara Street - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26945.pdf)


TE31.67

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 14, 18, 19, 20, 28, 32 

Business Improvement Area (BIA) Boards of Management - Various Additions and Deletions
Origin
(January 20, 2010) Report from the Director, Business Services
Recommendations

The Director, Business Services recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve additions and deletions to the The Beach, Cabbagetown, Parkdale Village, Queen Street West and West Queen West BIA Boards of Management as set out in Attachment 1 to the report dated January 20, 2010, from the Director, Business Services.

 

2.         Direct that Schedule A of the Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas, be amended to reflect the changes to the BIA Board of Management.

Summary

The purpose of this report is to recommend that Toronto and East York Community Council approve additions and deletions to The Beach, Cabbagetown, Parkdale Village, Queen Street West and West Queen West BIA Boards of Management.  The Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority to make final decisions regarding BIA appointments.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE31.67 - Staff Report - BIA - Various Additions and Deletions
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26947.pdf)


TE31.68

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Resignation of Member of the Board of Management of Community Centre 55
Origin
(January 11, 2010) Letter from Bob Murdoch, Executive Director, Community Centre 55
Recommendations
That the Toronto and East York Community Council remove Mr. David Addison from the Board of Management of Community Centre 55.
Summary

Advising that Mr. David Addison, recently appointed to the Board of Management of Community Centre 55, has declared a conflict of interest and consequently has resigned from the Board.

Background Information
TE31.68 - Letter from Executive Director, Community Centre 55
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26948.pdf)


TE31.69

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: All 

Use of Nathan Phillips Square for Various Events up to July 4, 2010
Origin
(January 14, 2010) Report from the Chief Corporate Officer
Recommendations

The Chief Corporate Officer recommends that:

 

1.         City Council grant an exemption to the Toronto Downtown Jazz Society to operate a beer garden and to serve wine and hard liquor contingent upon the following conditions:

 

a.         approval of the A.G.C.O.;

b.         approval of the Medical Officer of Health;

c.         compliance with the City of Toronto’s Municipal Alcohol Policy; and

d.         receipt of all the necessary permits associated with the production of the event i.e. building permit, noise by-law extension permit.

 

2.         City Council grant permission to the Toronto Downtown Jazz Society to host “ticketed” performances and to solicit donations in support of their organization.

 

3.         City Council grant permission to Camp Jumoke, Schizophrenia Society of Ontario and Autism Speaks Canada to solicit donations in support of their organizations.

 

4.         City Council require that the various events compensate the City of Toronto through the Facilities and Real Estate Division for all the City of Toronto costs associated with the event.

Summary

It is recommended that Toronto and East York Community Council give exemption to the Camp Jumoke’s “Turtle Walk”, Schizophrenia Society of Ontario’s “Walk of Hope for Schizophrenia”, Autism Speaks Canada’s “Annual Ontario Walk Now for Autism”, request to solicit donations and the Toronto Downtown Jazz Society’s “Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival” request to solicit donations and operate a tented beer/wine garden in a “gated” event on Nathan Phillips Square.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications that result from this report.

Background Information
TE31.69 - Staff Report - Use of Nathan Phillips Square
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26949.pdf)


TE31.70

ACTION 

 

 

 

Events of Municipal Significance for Liquor Licensing Purposes
Summary

Seeking endorsement of events of municipal significance for liquor licensing purposes.

Communications
(January 22, 2010) Letter from Gabe Simms, Toronto's Festival of Beer Inc., requesting that the Toronto's Festival of Beer, to be held at Bandshell Park on the grounds of Exhibition Place on August 5, 6, 7 and 8, 2010, at the times outlined in the letter, be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Main.TE31.70.1)
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/comm/communicationfile-13515.pdf)


TE31.Bills

ACTION

 

Delegated

 

General Bills

Confirmatory Bills