Other Items Considered by the Community Council

(a)1999-2003 Capital Works Program,

Ward 27 York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having held a Special Meeting on December7,1998, to consider selected programs for Wards 27 and 28.

The York Community Council further reports having:

(1)recommended that the Budget Committee accept the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, $4.5 million redistribution of the EastGardiner deferral;

(2)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to support increasing the line item of 'Safety and Operational Improvements' for traffic calming purposes; or alternatively, supporting that the Road work be reorganized within Wards 27 and 28, to allow for $500,000. to be allocated for the implementation of traffic calming measures; and to direct appropriate staff to report to the Budget Committee on December 18, 1998;

(3)requested the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, to direct appropriate staff to report to the Budget Committee on December 15, 1998, on:

(a)the estimated costs with respect to the upgrading of the Florence Gell Park in Ward27 in 1999, in terms of installing playground equipment, lighting, etc.;

(b)allocating $300,000. to be directed towards the establishment of Arts space in the Oakwood/Vaughan Secondary Plan area (Ward 28), such report to include consultation and comments from representatives of ArtScape and the Arts Sub-Committee of the Oakwood Vaughan Community Improvement Committee;

(c)the inclusion of an additional amount of $50,000. to be added to the amount of $230,000. for 'Trails and Pathways', to be used for securing easements in order to connect the Beltline Park (Toronto) with the Beltline Park (York), and that staff also report to the Budget Committee on the adequacy of this recommended amount;

(d)including an additional $60,000. for a total of $160,000. ($100,000 was approved in 1998 budget), to be used for improvements and retrofits at outdoor pools located in Smythe Park, Fairbank Park and Weston, and that the total funds for this project be allocated from the Accessibility budget; and

(e)the whole issue of accessibility to entrances, washrooms, ramps, lifts, etc. at the abovementioned outdoor pool facilities;

(3)requested the Commissioner of Community and Neighbourhood Services to direct the CEO/City Librarian to report to the York Community Council on the changes to the Materials Budget of the former York Library system, having regard to the new formula for this line item; and

(4)requested the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism to direct appropriate staff to report to the Budget Committee on December 15, 1998, on:

(a)reinstating the $270,000. of capital project funding to the Industrial Revitalization Program;

(b)increasing the current $200,000. (York's 1998 funds) which had been recommended by the Chief Administrative Officer to be transferred to the Operating Budget, by another $50,000. for a total of $250,000.;

(c)placing the amount of $250,000. in the Capital Budget (previous $200,000. plus the recommended $50,000.); and that such funds be used for Commercial Facade Improvements in Wards 27 and 28; failing which, then the funds be put back in the Operating Budget; and

(d) including the Dundas West Junction - Malta Village area as a designated area under the 'Commercial Area Revitalization' program.

The York Community also reports, for the information of the Budget Committee, having had before it during consideration of the above matter, a communication (November 27, 1998) from Ms.EllaJackson, Chair, Black Creek Business Area Association, advising that the Association has worked hard on strengthening relations with the Weston, Mt. Dennis and Eglinton West BIAs, as well as Brookhaven, Weston, Mt. Dennis and the 710-720 Trethewey Communities; that over the last year the Association has proven that Industrial Area Revitalization Programs work and must be maintained and expanded; that over the last twelve months, six new businesses have located in the Black Creek Business Area instead of the 905 area, creating over 200 new jobs and employing residents of the local community; the Association has also encouraged three existing businesses not to relocate in the 905 area but to remain within the City boundaries; these businesses have remained and expanded their facilities; it is anticipated that between 1,000 and 2,000 new jobs will be created over the next few years because of these decisions; that the Federal Government has committed through HRDC funding, to seek, create and expand economic opportunities for this area; that the Association has been working with the Economic Development Department, the Planning Department, the Provincial Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Tourism, and HRDC, as well as various other federal and provincial ministries, departments and agencies; that new projects are being proposed across the City based on the work of the Black Creek Business Area Association; urging the Community Council to re-examine the budget line for Industrial Revitalization Projects and continue its commitment in promoting and building a prosperous economic environment; and requesting assistance in completing their projects by insisting that funding be reinstated to the Industrial Area Revitalization Program.

Mr. Shekhar Prasad, Director, Budget Services Division, presented an overview of the capital budget as it relates to the respective program areas.

The following persons appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Ms. Ella Jackson, Chair, Black Creek Business Area Association;

-Ms. Elizabeth Cinello, Arts York;

-Mr. John Gribben, Weston Community Improvement Committee;

-Mr. Steve Tasses, Chair, Keele-Eglinton BIA; and

-Ms. Marjorie Sutton, Mt. Dennis Community Association.

(b)Poll Results - Removal of Eastbound and Westbound Stop Signs on Ava Road at Hill Place - Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)deferred consideration of this matter;

(2)requested the York Manager, Traffic/Parking, to invite comments from the Cedarvale Traffic Committee and to review the safety features at this location, including the height of the hedge impacting on sight lines;

(3)received the deputation and the following report:

(November 11, 1998) from the City Clerk advising that 36 residents were polled, 24 responses were received, of which 14 were in favour and 10 were not in favour; and requesting the direction of the Community Council.

-Ms. Gilda Shindman, Toronto, appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(c)Property at 432 Blackthorn Avenue, Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)directed the York Manager, Traffic/Parking:

(a)to review the existing circumstances and to report on options to accommodate legal parking for the abovementioned property; and

(b)not to proceed with the installation of the barrier to restrict vehicle access to the above property, until the above report is available;

(2)requested the City Solicitor to undertake a search of the City property, to determine if there are any easements or rights-of-way registered on title; and

(3)received the deputation and the following communication:

(November 30, 1998) from Councillor Frances Nunziata, advising that the owner of 432Blackthorn Avenue would like to make a deputation regarding a parking issue related to her property.

-Mr. Paul Hogan on behalf of his mother, the owner of the subject property, appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(d)220 Bowie Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment Application, Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having approved Recommendation (1) in the following report:

(December 9, 1998) from the Director, Community Planning, West District, advising of a proposal to amend York Zoning By-law No.1-83 regarding a property located on the north-east corner of Caledonia Road and Bowie Avenue, from PE-Prestige Employment Zone to R2-Residential Zone to permit the development of seven pairs of two and three storey semi-detached dwellings; and recommending that:

(1)the application by Bowie Caledonia Developments Ltd. be referred to a Public Meeting to be scheduled in January, 1999, to obtain the views of interested parties;

(2)the application be approved and York Zoning By-law No. 1-83 be amended in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Schedule 1 to this report;

(3)prior to Community Council's consideration of the application and draft Zoning By-law, confirmation be provided to staff by a qualified acoustical engineer of the adequacy of the proposed buffer and/or separation including the incorporation of adequate mitigation measures, if required; and

(4)in the event of approval, authority be given to appropriate staff to prepare any necessary by-laws and/or enter into any necessary agreements to facilitate the conveyance, construction and dedication of the public lane to applicable City standards.

(e)Property at 76 Greenbrook Drive, Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, to direct appropriate staff to meet with the owner/agent of the subject property to discuss the new development proposal, and

(2)received the following communications:

(i)(November 17, 1998) from Councillor Frances Nunziata, forwarding a memorandum (November 12, 1998) from the Manager, Community Planning; and advising that the owners of the property have advised of a new development proposal to submit to the City; that in the past attempts to redevelop this parcel of land have been unsuccessful; and requesting appropriate staff from the Urban Planning and Development Services meet with the owner(s) and/or agent of 76 Greenbrook Drive, to discuss these concerns as well as review the redevelopment proposal; and

(ii)(November 12, 1998) from the Manager, Community Planning, to CouncillorFrancesNunziata, providing background information regarding the subject property.

(f)New Development Applications Received, Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having received the following report:

(November 20, 1998) from the Director, Community Planning, West District, advising that

since the beginning of the year, the number of applications received is as follows:

Official Plan Amendment 3Plan of Condominium2

Zoning By-law Amendment13Part-lot Control Exemption3

Site Plan Approval26

and that the following new applications have been received since their last report to Community Council:

1.2015 Lawrence Avenue West - Zoning By-law Amendment Application to rezone 2.36 hectare site from PE-Prestige Employment to CE-Commercial Employment to permit a full range of employment uses;

2.564-566 Rogers Road - Site Plan Approval regarding a 3-storey mixed commercial and residential building (retail commercial on ground floor, 4 residential units above); and

3.366 Rogers Road and 50 to 100 Bronoco Avenue - Part Lot Control Exemption to subdivide lots within a plan of subdivision for conveyance of semi-detached housing.

(g)Development Charges in the Former City of York, Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)received the following report;

(2)requested the City Solicitor to prepare an amendment to Subsection (3a) of the York Development Charges By-law No. 2334-91, as amended, to provide that no development charges shall be charged or collected commencing with the enactment of this Subsection, up to December 31, 1999;

(3)requested the Director, Community Planning, West District, to arrange for a public consultation meeting on this matter; and

(4)authorized and directed the appropriate City officials to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

(November 18,1998) from the Director, Community Planning, West District, advising on the status of the collection of development charges in the former City of York; that the former York Council on June 25, 1997, enacted By-law No. 3500-97, to suspend the charging or collecting of development charges under By-law No. 2334-91, as amended, for a one-year period ending June 25, 1998; that in April 1998, the City of Toronto Council approved a report from the Strategic Policies and Priorities Committee to commence background studies and policy formulation for the introduction of a comprehensive Development Charges By-law for the City of Toronto; that work is underway on the studies which will lead to a report with recommendations on a new Development Charges By-law which is targeted for introduction to Council in Fall of 1999; and that this by-law will replace all existing former municipal area Development Charges By-laws; and recommending that:

(1)this report be received for the information of the Community Council; and

(2)Development Charges be collected in accordance with York By-law No. 2334-91, as amended, after January 1, 1999.

(h)Request for Permit Parking on Sykes Avenue, Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having approved the recommendation in the following report:

(November 30, 1998) from the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, advising that field surveys revealed that there is a total of 21 curbside parking spaces available on the south and west sides of Sykes Avenue, between Weston Road and Denison Avenue; and recommending that the City Clerk undertake a poll of the residents on Sykes Avenue at the above location, to determine interest in introducing on-street permit parking.

(i)Request for Permit Parking on Romanway Crescent,

Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having approved the recommendation in the following report:

(November 30, 1998) from the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, advising that field surveys revealed that there is a total of 14 curbside parking spaces available on the west and north sides of Romanway Crescent between Wright Avenue and Plainfield Road; and recommending that the City Clerk undertake a poll of the residents on Romanway Crescent at the above location, to determine interest in introducing on-street permit parking.

(j)Request for No Parking Prohibition on the East Side of Rosemount Avenue between MacDonald Avenue and William Street - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the City Clerk to undertake a poll of the residents on RosemountAvenue between MacDonald Avenue and William Street, to determine interest in introducing a No Parking prohibition, 7:00 a.m. to 9:00a.m. Monday to Friday; and

(2)received the following communication:

(November 17, 1998) from Councillor Nunziata advising that vehicles parked at the above location restrict the access of trucks to the commercial establishment located on the east side of Rosemount Avenue; that a no parking prohibition would provide accessibility during the time the tractor trailers are loading and unloading; and that the City Clerk be requested to poll the residents to determine interest in the foregoing proposal.

(k)Request for Permit Parking on Humber Hill Avenue, Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the City Clerk to undertake a poll of the residents on Humber Hill Avenue, to determine interest in introducing on-street permit parking; and to advise the residents of the policy that residents on that particular street would have first opportunity to apply for and purchase parking permits; and

(2)received the following communication:

(November 17, 1998) from Councillor Nunziata advising that based on a petition in 1996, the former Council approved permit parking, but it was never implemented; and requesting that the City Clerk poll the residents on Humber Hill Avenue to determine interest in permit parking; and to also advise of the policy that gives first preference for parking permits to residents of that particular street.

(l)Request to Change No Parking Anytime Regulation on the North Side of Woodward Avenue between Uphill Avenue and the Easterly Terminus, to a No Stopping Prohibition, Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having received the following communication:

(November 17, 1998) from Councillor Frances Nunziata, forwarding a copy of a memorandum from Roberto Stopnicki, Director, Transportation Services, dated October30,1998, to North York Councillors Sgro and Mammoliti, advising of a request received from Councillor Nunziata regarding the feasibility of installing stopping prohibitions on the north side of Woodward Avenue and explaining that he would have no objections but would, however, await their comments prior to proceeding with a report to the North York Community Council.

(m)Poll Results - Proposal to Rescind the One-Hour Maximum Parking Regulation on Lippincott Street West, between Weston Road and Denison Road - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having received the following report:

(November 11, 1998) from the City Clerk, providing results of a poll for consideration and direction of York Community Council; advising that 70 residents were polled, sixteen (16) responses were received, of which eight (8) were in favour and eight (8) were not in favour; and requesting the direction of Community Council.

(n)Poll Results - Proposal to Implement Alternate Side Parking on Criscoe Street - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having received the following report:

(November 11, 1998) from the City Clerk, providing results of a poll for consideration and direction of York Community Council; advising that 50 residents were polled, twenty-two (22) responses were received, of which seven (7) were in favour and fifteen (15) were not in favour; and requesting the direction of Community Council.

(o)Application for Liquor Licence - 2007 Lawrence Avenue West, Unit #14, Robinson Crusoe - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having deferred the following report to its meeting to be held on January 20, 1998:

(November 26, 1998) from the City Clerk, providing departmental comments following circulation of the Municipal Information Form from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, and the Licence Clearance form completed by the applicant.

(p)Request for Lighting in Laneway behind 606 Beresford Avenue, Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)directed the York Director, Professional Services, to proceed with the installation of lighting at the above location from the available funds;

(2)received the following communication; and

(3)requested the Toronto Hydro to send responses to all enquiries/requests to both local Councillors:

(November 18, 1998) from Toronto Hydro, North York Office, to the Toronto Works & Emergency Services, York Civic Centre, responding to a request to investigate the lighting at the above laneway; and advising that the lighting can be improved with the addition of one new fixture at an estimated cost of $600.00.

(q)Cessation of Sunday Morning Litter Service on both sides of Eglinton Avenue West, from Keele Street to the Allen Road, Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to:

(1)reinstate as soon as possible, to the end of 1998, the Sunday morning litter service on Eglinton Avenue West, from Keele Street to the Allen Road, and to continue this service until the City-wide policy is established;

(2)report on a comparison between the level of service and frequency of collections in the commercial areas on St. Clair Avenue West, BloorStreet, King Street, QueenStreet, DundasStreet West and College Street, and the service provided on EglintonAvenue West;

(3)to direct the York Director of Professional Services, to report on whether the Saturday night garbage collection in Wards 27 and 28, is provided by municipal staff or contracted out; and

received the following communication:

(November 18, 1998) from Councillor Frances Nunziata, forwarding a memorandum from the York Director of Professional Services (November 17, 1998) advising that the litter service on both sides of Eglinton Avenue West, from Keele Street to the Allen Expressway, will cease on November 29, 1998, as funds have been depleted.

(r)Leaf Blowers in Residential Areas, Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Director, Municipal Standards, to incorporate the provisions of York's Noise By-law No. 3444-97, in the process to harmonize all municipal by-laws; and

(2)received the following communication:

(November 16, 1998) from Councillor Joe Mihevc requesting that staff report on the feasibility of establishing set hours for the operation of leaf blowers.

(s)The Roles and Responsibilities of Community Councils in the Context of the Council-Committee Structure.

The York Community Council reports having received the following transmittal letter:

(November 6, 1998) from the City Clerk, forwarding Clause No. 1 contained in Report No.12 of The Special Committee to Review the Final Report of the Toronto Transition team, headed "The Roles and Responsibilities of Community Councils in the Context of the Council-Committee Structure", which was adopted, as amended, by Council at its meeting held on October 28, 19 and 30, 1998.

(t)Proposal to Increase Fines for Garbage Related Infractions, Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having received the following report:

(November 23, 1998) from the City Solicitor responding to a request from the York Community Council at its meeting of September 16, 1998; and recommending that the City not apply for increased set fines for garbage-related infractions in Wards 27 and 28, but that such an application be submitted once the City Council has enacted new Streets and Refuse collection by-laws for the entire City.

(u)Official Plan Policies and Related By-law regarding the Conversion to Condominium and Demolition of Rental Housing.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)amended the Minutes of its meeting held on November 12, 1998, with respect to Clause No. 8(b) of Report No. 14 of the York Community Council, by deleting the word "more" on the third line, and substituting the word "less" in lieu thereof, so that Recommendation No. 2(a), paragraph 135.2 shall now read as follows:

135.2to restrict the conversion to condominium of any building, or any related group of buildings, exclusive of equity co-operatives where 33 percent, or less, of the units are tenanted, as it would be premature and not in the public interest, unless the vacancy rate in the City of Toronto, as reported by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, for private rental apartments and townhouses, respectively, has been at or above 2.5 percent for the preceding two-year reporting period;

(2)requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning & Development Services to report to the Urban Environment and Development Committee, on the potential benefit of such amendment to tenants.

(v)Requests for (1) Additional Street Lighting at St. Clair Avenue West and Scarlett Road; (2) Enforcement of Traffic Regulations on St. Clair Avenue West between Scarlett Road and Jane Street; and

(3) Improved Safety Measures for Pedestrian/Cyclist Traffic along the Pathway by the Humber River - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having received the following communication:

(November 30, 1998) from Councillor Saundercook, forwarding correspondence received from a resident expressing concerns regarding the above matters.

(w)Request for All-Way Stop Control at Brookside Avenue and St. Marks Road - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the York Manager, Traffic/Parking, to review the above intersection, and to report accordingly, prior to a poll being undertaken of the area residents on BrooksideAvenue, St. Marks Road, and the adjacent streets;

(2)received the deputation and the following communication:

(December 1, 1998) from Councillor Bill Saundercook requesting that the area residents be polled to determine interest in the installation of an all-way stop control at Brookside Avenue and St. Marks Road.

-Mr. Ross Best, Co-Chair, Humbercrest School Advisory Council, appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(x)Request for Paving of the Dead End Spur on Eileen Avenue, East of Gailmort Place, Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to direct appropriate staff to include in their capital budget, the paving of the dead end spur on Eileen Avenue, east of Gailmort Avenue; and

(2)received the following communication:

(December 1, 1998) from Councillor Bill Saundercook, requesting that Transportation Services, include in their capital budget, the paving of the dead end spur on Eileen Avenue, east of Gailmort Place.

(y)Request for All-Way Stop Control at Willard Avenue and Hanley Street - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to direct the York Manager, Traffic/Parking, to investigate and report on the installation of an all-way stop control at Willard Avenue and Hanley Street; and

(2)received the following communication:

(December 1, 1998) from Councillor Bill Saundercook, requesting that Transportation Services investigate, and poll the local residents regarding the installation of an all-way stop control at the intersection of Willard Avenue and Hanley Street.

(z)Request for Extension of Traffic Calming Project in the Pelmo Area to Include the Wendell and Queenslea Avenue Intersection, Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to direct the York Manager, Traffic/Parking, to report on including the intersection of Wendell and Queenslea Avenue in the Pelmo Area traffic calming project; and

(2)received the following communication:

(December 1, 1998) from Councillor Bill Saundercook, requesting that Transportation Services report on the feasibility of including the intersection of Wendell and Queenslea Avenue in the Pelmo Area traffic calming project.

(aa)Request for Permit Parking on Landour Avenue, Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, to direct the York Manager, Traffic/Parking, to report on the introduction of on-street permit parking on Landour Avenue, prior to the City Clerk undertaking a poll of the residents to determine interest in this proposal; and

(2)received the following communication.

(December 1, 1998) from Councillor Frances Nunziata, requesting that staff report on the feasibility of introducing permit parking on Landour Avenue, and that the City Clerk poll the residents to determine interest.

(bb)Studies Undertaken by Students of Seneca College regarding Traffic Calming Proposals in Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to direct the York Manager, Traffic/Parking, to:

(a)analyse the data collected by the students, and to report on which proposals can be adopted as a basis for consideration in traffic calming measures in Ward 27;

(b)review the options presented in the reports and report on the feasibility of a public consultation process, with a view to establishing a policy for traffic calming initiatives, including the merits of installing traffic calming measures on streets which are not experiencing a high volume of traffic and speeding motorists; and

(2)received the deputations and the following reports submitted by the students of Seneca College:

-Humewood Jr. Public School;

-St. Alphonsus Catholic School on Atlas Avenue;

-Vaughan Road/Winona Drive and Vaughan Road/Wychwood Avenue;

-Arlington and Atlas Avenues;

-Oakwood Avenue and Rogers Road intersection;

-Rushton Road;

-Winona Drive from Vaughan Road to St. Clair Avenue West;

-Glenholme Avenue from St. Clair Avenue West to Rogers Road;

-Robina Avenue; and

-Winnett Avenue.

The following persons from Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology appeared before the Community Council, and made slide presentations in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Professor Killin;

-Justin Bishop;

-John Rabe;

-Lisa Roper;

-Colin Eden;

-Shane Byer;

-Arnel Miranda;

-George Papachristos;

-Vincenzo Belmonte;

-Jason Cologna;

-Dave Martin;

-Andri Komorov;

-Natalia Bottazzi;

-Willie Chan;

-Keith Brown;

-Rashmika Patel;

-Eric Lopez;

-Brent Reeves;

-Jason Hicks;

-Keoung Jung Weon

-Vikki Van Oosten;

-Kim Williams;

-Steve Finley;

-Steve Handy;

-Dave Bentley;

-Pavel Holubko;

-Thomas Wegner;

-Joe Lasitz;

-Tanis Paisley;

-Andrew Prior;

-Pascal Aloise;

-Stephanie Lyons;

-Johnny Chiu;

-Jo-Anne Rondeau;

-Tara Avery;

-Rob Wojtkowicz;

-Mandy Booth

(cc)15 Robina Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment Application to Permit the Development of Four Pairs of Semi-Detached Houses - Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having held a Planning Act Public Meeting and having:

(1)deferred consideration of this matter to its January 20, 1999 meeting;

(2)directed the Director, Community Planning, West District, to consult with the applicant in the interim and to report back on a graduated proposal from a design perspective, with the units closer to the community having less height and density; and that this report be forwarded to the community and the applicant, when available; and

(3)received the deputations.

The York Community Council also reports having had before it the following communications during consideration of the foregoing matter:

(i)(November 27, 1998) from Ms. Coreen Morrison, Toronto, expressing objections to the proposal based on the following:

-the height - as shown on the front elevation the semis will be substantially higher than her property and any others on the street; the houses in particular semis 1 and 2 at the north end of the proposal, will completely block all view from her southern windows and further block all direct sunlight from the south exposure of her property; and requesting that the applicant revise the proposal to reduce the height; suggesting that they be lowered by placing the garages below grade and pushing the buildings back easterly from the lot line to maintain source of light and view; requesting that the City require the applicant conduct a shadow study of the effects of this proposal on her property, prior to approval;

-side yard width and access to rear yard - the proposed side yard setbacks appear to be much less than presently allowed; if the semis are located as indicated, there will no longer be access to her rear yard from the front of the house; if a fence is erected as proposed, this will leave only two feet and one inch of space between her property and the fence, severely impeding ability to travel over the southern portion of her property; and suggesting the relocation of the semis to the east;

-compatibility of the garages - no other homes on this portion of Robina Avenue have garages protruding from the front, all garages are at the rear and accessed by driveway; the proposed garages at grade are of a very prominent design and suggested that they be lowered;

-compatibility of the front steps - the steps are a prominent feature, they are elevated and could become catch basins for blowing debris; other houses on the street have front porches with steps at street level; suggested that the steps be lowered along with a small porch or awning/railing to improve the appearance and maintain compatibility with the other homes;

-privacy/noise concerns - if semis #1 and #2 are building according to the proposal, her bedrooms will overlook their backyards; concerns regarding noise levels; suggested that the semis be built further east of the lot;

-compatibility of semis with the existing neighbourhood - there are no semi-detached dwellings on this block of Robina Avenue; all the existing properties are detached homes; any development should strive to preserve the style and character of the existing neighbourhood.

(ii)(December 9, 1998) from Ms. Susan Howieson, Toronto, advising of support for the proposal in principle, and stating that:

-the removal of a large, established tree on the property would not only significantly alter the aesthetics of the street, but it would also affect property values;

-the size of the buildings is inconsistent with other houses on the street in terms of its closeness to the sidewalk and its height;

-the current design is very different from the other houses;

-the buildings should be the same height and setback from the sidewalk, the same distance as the other established houses on the street; and there should also be a front yard area.

The following persons appeared before the York Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Mr. Greg Bettencourt, Applicant - urged approval of the proposal;

-Ms. Coreen Morrison, Toronto - expressed objections to the project as noted in the foregoing communication;

-Mr. Phil Presnal,Toronto - advised of the importance of light which will be obstructed by the height of the buildings;

-Mr. David Kresz, Toronto - commented on the height of the roofline which is higher than the adjacent buildlings; the architectural style of the houses should be blended with the surrounding homes; the protruding garages; and insufficient space between the project and #19 Robina Avenue;

-Ms. Eileen Keith, Toronto - enquired as to whether this building was donated by former YMCA for community use; believed it was deeded by the Crang family to the YMCA in the 1940s; supports the concerns expressed by the owner of #19 Robina; and expressed objection to the LCR zoning.

Respectfully submitted,

COUNCILLOR BILL SAUNDERCOOK

Chair

Toronto, December 9, 1998

Glenda Jagai

Tel: (416) 394-2516