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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF TORONTO
Clerk s Department
Minutes of the Scarborough Community Council
Meeting No. 10
Wednesday, July 22, 1998
The Scarborough Community Council met on Wednesday, July 22, 1998, in the Meeting
Hall, Scarborough Civic Centre, commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Members present:
Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Chair
Councillor Gerry Altobello
Councillor Brian Ashton
Councillor Bas Balkissoon
Councillor Raymond Cho
Councillor Brad Duguid
Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Doug Mahood
Councillor Ron Moeser
Councillor Sherene Shaw
Councillor Mike Tzekas
Confirmation of Minutes.
On a motion by Councillor Mahood, the Minutes of the meeting of the
Scarborough Community Council held on June 24, 1998, were confirmed.
283. Removal of the Parking Restriction on Dorset Road and Neilson Avenue,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs.
The Community Council had before it a report (June 3, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the parking regulations identified in Appendix 1 of this report be rescinded; and
(2) the appropriate by-laws be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
(Clause No. 1, Report No. 7)
284. Stop Signs on Leyton Avenue and Patterson Avenue,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs.
The Community Council had before it a report (June 29, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the stop signs identified in Appendix 1 of this report be adopted; and
(2) the appropriate by-laws be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Altobello, the Scarborough Community
Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the
aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 2, Report No. 7)
285. Removal of Traffic Calming,
Alternating Parking on Courcelette Road,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs.
The Community Council had before it a report (June 29, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the parking restriction signs identified in Appendix 1 of this report be
rescinded;
(2) the parking restriction signs identified in Appendix 2 of this report be adopted;
and
(3) the appropriate by-laws be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
(Clause No. 3, Report No. 7)
286. Extension of Speed Limit Regulations and Stopping Controls
on New Sections of Aylesworth Avenue,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs.
The Community Council had before it a report (July 2, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the speed limit identified in Appendix 1 of this report be rescinded;
(2) the speed limit identified in Appendix 2 of this report be adopted;
(3) the stop signs identified in Appendix 3 of this report be rescinded;
(4) the stop signs identified in Appendix 4 of this report be adopted; and
(5) the appropriate by-laws be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report, subject to directing that the Director of Road and Traffic
Services, Scarborough, continue to review complaints respecting
speeding in this area and report the results to The Scarborough
Community Council.
(Clause No. 4, Report No. 7)
287. Traffic and Parking Concerns on Vradenberg Drive
at Vradenberg Junior Public School,
Ward 14 - Scarborough Wexford
The Community Council had before it a report (June 29, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the parking regulations identified in Appendix 1 of this report be rescinded;
(2) the parking and stopping regulations identified in Appendix 2 of this report be
adopted; and
(3) the appropriate by-laws be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Kelly, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 6, Report No. 7)
288. Stop Control on Ben Stanton Boulevard at Ben Alder Drive,
Ward 15 - Scarborough City Centre
The Community Council had before it a report (June 30, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the stop sign identified in Appendix 1 of this report be adopted; and
(2) the appropriate by-law be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Duguid, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
(Clause No. 7, Report No. 7)
289. Stop Sign on William Kitchen Road at Progress Avenue,
Ward 15 - Scarborough City Centre
The Community Council had before it a report (July 6, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the stop signs identified in Appendix 1 of this report be rescinded;
(2) the stop signs identified in Appendix 2 of this report be adopted; and
(3) the appropriate by-law be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Duguid, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
(Clause No. 8. Report No. 7)
290. Parking Prohibition on Savarin Street,
Ward 15 - Scarborough City Centre
The Community Council had before it a report (July 9, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the parking regulations identified in Appendix 1 of this report be adopted; and
(2) the appropriate by-law be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Duguid, the Scarborough Community Council
deferred the aforementioned report for further consideration at its
meeting scheduled to be held on October 14, 1998, in order to
permit a community information meeting to take place in September
for further consultation.
(Clause No. 38(b), Report No. 7)
291. School Crossing on Keeler Boulevard at
Brooks Road Public School,
Ward 16 - Scarborough Highland Creek
The Community Council had before it a report (June 30, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the parking regulations identified in Appendix 1 of this report be rescinded;
(2) the parking and stopping regulations identified in Appendix 2 of this report be
adopted; and
(3) the appropriate by-laws be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Faubert, the Scarborough Community
Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the
aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 9, Report No. 7)
292. Proposed Stop Controls in New Development
South of Lawrence Avenue East, East and West of
Port Union Road,
Ward 16 - Scarborough Highland Creek
The Community Council had before it a report (July 6, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the stop sign identified in Appendix 1 of this report be rescinded;
(2) the stop signs identified in Appendix 2 of this report be adopted; and
(3) the appropriate by-laws be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Moeser, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
(Clause No. 10, Report No. 7)
293. Traffic and Parking Concerns on Goldhawk Trail at
Agnes MacPhail Public School,
Ward 18 - Scarborough Malvern
The Community Council had before it a report (June 29, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the stopping regulations identified in Appendix 1 of this report be rescinded;
(2) the parking and stopping regulations identified in Appendix 2 of this report be
adopted; and
(3) the appropriate by-laws be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Balkissoon, the Scarborough Community
Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the
aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 11, Report No. 7)
294. Tam Heather Country Club - Extension of Agreement
Ward 16 - Scarborough Highland Creek
The Community Council had before it a report (July 9, 1998) from the Commissioner of Parks
and Recreation, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the current interim agreement with the Tam Heather Country Club be extended from
June 29, 1998 to June 30, 1999;
(2) the facility continue to be operated at no additional operating cost to the City;
and
(3) the financial report for the 1997-98 season be reported to the Community Council
in September.
On a motion by Councillor Faubert, the Scarborough Community
Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the
aforementioned report.
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Councillor Doug Mahood declared his interest in the foregoing matter in that his
parents are members of Tam Heather Country Club.
(Clause No. 13, Report No. 7)
295. Preliminary Evaluation Report,
Official Plan Amendment Application SP98010,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application SZ98017,
699982 Ontario Limited, 4730-4736 Sheppard Avenue,
Marshalling Yard Employment District,
Ward 18 - Scarborough Malvern
The Community Council had before it a report (July 2, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, respecting Official Plan Amendment Application
SP98010 and Zoning By-law Amendment Application SZ98017, and recommending that the
Community Council convene a Public Meeting to consider this application targeted for the
fourth quarter of 1998, subject to:
(1) the applicant submitting a Site Plan Control Application which addresses the
following concerns:
(a) on site garbage handling and removal;
(b) on site pedestrian and vehicular circulation;
(c) the proposed parking areas should be screened from public view;
(d) buildings should provide a continuous edge along the street to visually
enclose and define the public street space; and
(e) buildings should be sited to screen from public view unsightly elements
such as shipping and loading areas, transformers, et cetera; and
(2) undertaking negotiations with the owner, in consultation with Staff of the Works
and Emergency Services Department and the Toronto Region Conservation Authority,
to investigate options for possible acquisition of the lands associated with the
channelized watercourse, at no cost to the City.
On a motion by Councillor Balkissoon, the
Scarborough Community Council approved the
aforementioned report.
(Clause 38(i), Report No. 7)
296. Preliminary Evaluation Report,
Draft Plan of Subdivision Application T98006,
776669 Ontario Limited (Anson Investments),
Anson Avenue,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
The Community Council had before it a report (July 2, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, respecting Draft Plan of Subdivision Application
T98006, and recommending that the Scarborough Community Council convene a Public Meeting,
targeted for the third quarter of 1998, to consider this application.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
approved the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 38(k), Report No. 7)
297. New Applications Received - All Scarborough Wards
The Community Council had before it a report (July 9, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, advising Community Council of the new applications
received during the three-week period ending June 29, 1998, and recommending that this
report be received for information.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
received the aforementioned report.
(Clause 38(l), Report No. 7)
298. Fence By-law Exemption Request,
Mark and Louis Tojici, 84 Wexford Boulevard,
Ward 14 - Scarborough Wexford
The Community Council had before it a report (June 27, 1998) from the Director of
Municipal Standards, recommending that City Council approve the application to permit a
1.8 metre (6 foot) privacy fence provided a 2 metre (6.5 foot) sight triangle is provided
at the northeast, southeast and southwest corners of the property.
On a motion by Councillor Kelly, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council approval of the aforementioned report.
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Community Council received a letter indicating support for this Fence By-law Exemption
request from the adjacent property owner, Mr. I. Maione, a copy of which was provided to
all Members of Community Council and a copy thereof is on file in the Office of the City
Clerk.
(Clause No. 35, Report No. 7)
299. Part Lot Control Exemption Application PL9803,
Blueblood Developments Incorporated,
Bridlegrove Drive, Castlethorpe Drive and Storebridge Drive,
Ward 15 - Scarborough City Centre
The Community Council had before it a report (July 7, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, recommending that:
1. City Council enact a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law with respect to Blocks 3,
4, 9, 12 to 15 on Registered Plan M-2317.
2. The Part Lot Control Exemption By-law shall be repealed one (1) year from the date
of the passing of the By-law.
3. All conveyances which occur after the exemption from Part Lot Control shall be in
accordance with reference plan(s) to be approved by the Chief Planning Official
prior to the plan(s) being deposited in the Land Registry Office.
4. That Council authorize any unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to
the exemption by-law as may be required to give effect to this resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Duguid, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
(Clause No. 31, Report No. 7)
300. Request for Fence By-law Exemption,
Mary Graham and Steve Duriancik, 109 Phyllis Avenue,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
(Refer also to Minute No. 223)
The Community Council had before it a report (April 7, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, recommending that the Scarborough Community Council
approve the application to permit a 3.81 metre (12.5 feet) section of fence to remain at
a height of 3.0 metres (10 feet) whereas By-law 24945 as amended permits a maximum height
of 2.0 metres (6.8 feet).
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
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Ms. Mary Graham, the applicant, appeared before the Community Council in connection with
the foregoing matter and provided documentation and photographs in support of the Fence
By-law exemption request, a copy of which was provided to all Members of the Community
Council and a copy thereof is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
(Clause No. 34, Report No. 7)
301. Community School Status for the Bendale Park Community Association,
Ward 15 - Scarborough City Centre
The Community Council had before it a report (April 9, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Parks and Recreation, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the Bendale Park Community Association be approved for Community School status;
and
(2) the Commissioner of Parks and Recreation, Scarborough, be authorized to proceed
with the necessary arrangements to support the Bendale Community Association.
On a motion by Councillor Duguid, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
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Mr. Mike Marks, President of Bendale Park Community Association, appeared before the
Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.
(Clause No. 12, Report No. 7)
302. Neighbourhood Complaints - Plaza at 261 Port Union Road,
Ward 16 - Scarborough Highland Creek
(Refer also to Minute No. 254)
The Community Council had before it a report (May 28, 1998) from the Director of Municipal
Standards, responding to Community Council s request that staff investigate property
standards complaints at Ravine Park Plaza, and recommending that this report be received
for information.
A. Councillor Moeser moved that the Scarborough Community Council receive
the aforementioned report, and further, that staff be directed to continue
negotiations with Sun Life, the residents and the Ward Councillors, in an
attempt to arrive at a satisfactory resolution of this issue to address the
concerns of the residents and report back to Community Council at its
meeting scheduled to be held on October 14, 1998.
B. Councillor Faubert moved that Scarborough Community Council take the following
position:
(1) that in the event that an appeal of the Fence Viewer s Award proceeds, that
staff report thereon to the October 14 meeting of Community Council, and
City Council be requested to support the residents in any such appeal;
(2) that the cost to the residents of sharing the Fence Viewer s fees be
rebated, apportioned accordingly, subject to staff investigating with Legal
Services and Municipal Standards staff, the source of and mechanism for
proceeding with such rebate, and report thereon to the October 14 meeting
of Community Council;
(3) that staff include in the negotiations with Sun Life, the matter of
scheduling deliveries and pick-ups at the plaza to day-time hours only; and
(4) that staff refer the issue of complaints respecting skateboarders in this
area 42 Division Toronto Police Service for their action in an attempt to
resolve this problem.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions, they were carried.
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The following persons appeared before the Community Council in connection with the
foregoing matter:
- Mr. Richard Ferrell, representing Sun Life Property Management;
- Mr. Bob Marley, Architect;
- Mr. William Brock, area resident;
- Mr. Mike Longathie, area resident;
- Ms. Liz Oliver, Vice President, West Rouge Community Association; and
- Mr. Fred Ples, area resident.
(Clause 38(a), Report No. 7)
303. Ontario Municipal Board Decision;
Zabs Holdings Limited, 6 Pine Ridge Drive,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
The Community Council had before it a report (July 8, 1998) from the City Solicitor
advising of the decision of the Ontario Municipal Board with respect to the appeal by Zabs
Holdings Limited against the refusal of the former City of Scarborough to approve their
planning applications.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
received the aforementioned report.
(Clause 38(g), Report No. 7)
304. Ontario Municipal Board Decision,
Maywin C. Reynolds, 204 Bellamy Road,
Ward 15 - Scarborough City Centre
The Community Council had before it a report (July 8, 1998) from the City Solicitor
recommending that City Council enact the attached By-law to place 204 Bellamy Road under
Site Plan Control.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
(Clause No. 14, Report No. 7)
305. Ontario Municipal Board Decisions,
Spiros Plessas, 106 Crockford Boulevard,
Paisley Products of Canada, Upton Road Works Yard,
1098748 Ontario Limited, Sheppard Avenue and Kennedy Road,
Stan Jordan Appeal of By-law No. 25265,
Wards 13, 14 and 17 - Scarborough Bluffs,
Scarborough Wexford and Scarborough Agincourt
The Community Council had before it report (July 9, 1998) from the City Solicitor,
advising of the decisions of the Ontario Municipal Board with respect to the hearings held
on the subject appeals.
On a motion by Councillor Tzekas, the Scarborough Community Council
received the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 38(h), Report No. 7)
306. Consent Applications - All Scarborough Wards
The Community Council had before it a report (July 9, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, advising Community Council of the Consent Decisions
granted by the Commissioner.
On a motion by Councillor Mahood, the Scarborough Community Council
received the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 38(p), Report No. 7)
307. Part Lot Control Exemption Application SPL98004,
Carma Developers Limited,
Bar Harbour Square and Freeport Drive - Port Union Village,
Ward 16 - Scarborough Highland Creek
The Community Council had before it a report (July 17, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, recommending that City Council:
(1) approve the application by Bayview Wellington Homes (Port Union) Inc. on behalf of
Carma Developers Ltd. for an extension to the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law
with respect to the following lots on Registered Plan M-2292:
Semi-Detached Lots
Lots 134 - 141 inclusive
Lots 143 - 159 inclusive
Lots 161 - 168 inclusive
Lots 432 and 433
Lots 435 - 437 inclusive
Lots 439 - 445 inclusive
Lots 460, 461, 463 and 469
and that a Part Lot Control Exemption by-law to implement this recommendation be
enacted.
(2) direct that the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law shall expire one (1) year from
the date of the passing of the by-law;
(3) direct that all conveyances which occur after the exemption from Part Lot Control
shall be in accordance with the reference plan(s) approved by the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings prior to the plan(s) being deposited in the Land Registry
Office, and generally in accordance with the lots as laid out on Registered Plan
M-2292 as shown on Figure 2; and
(4) authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the
exemption by-law as may be required to properly carry out the intent of this
resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough
Community Council recommended to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 32, Report No. 7)
308. Ontario Municipal Board Hearings - All Scarborough Wards
The Community Council had before it a report (July 14, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, advising Community Council of the status of the
various current appeals before the Ontario Municipal Board.
On a motion by Councillor Balkissoon, the Scarborough Community
Council received the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 38(r), Report No. 7)
309. Parking Prohibition on Terraview Boulevard -
Ward 14 - Scarborough Wexford
The Community Council had before it a report (June 30, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the parking regulation identified in Appendix 1 of this report be rescinded;
(2) the parking regulations identified in Appendix 2 of this report be adopted; and
(3) the appropriate by-law be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Tzekas, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the adoption of the aforementioned
report.
(Clause No. 5, Report No. 7)
310. Site Plan Control Approvals - All Scarborough Wards
The Community Council had before it a report (July 9, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, advising Community Council of the various Site Plan
Control Approvals granted by the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, and
recommending that this report be received for information.
On a motion by Councillor Tzekas, the Scarborough Community Council
received the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 38(m), Report No. 7)
311. Traffic Control Signals - McNicoll Avenue and
Silver Springs Boulevard,
Ward 17 - Scarborough Agincourt
The Community Council had before it a report (July 9, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, updating Community Council on the status of the request
made by the former City of Scarborough that traffic control signals be installed at the
subject intersection, and presenting this report for the information and direction of
Community Council.
On a motion by Councillor Shaw, the Scarborough Community Council
deferred this matter to the meeting scheduled to be held on
September 16, 1998, to permit further consultation with staff.
(Clause No. 38(c), Report No. 7)
312. Parking and Traffic Concerns on Fundy Bay Boulevard by
David Lewis Public School and St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic School,
Ward 17 - Scarborough Agincourt
The Community Council had before it a report (June 29, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, recommending that:
(1) the parking regulations identified in Appendix 1 of this report be rescinded;
(2) the parking and stopping regulations identified in Appendix 2 of this report be
adopted; and
(3) the appropriate by-laws be amended accordingly.
On a motion by Councillor Shaw, the Scarborough Community Council
deferred this matter for consideration on September 16, 1998, to
permit further consultation with staff and the community.
(Clause No. 38(d), Report No. 7)
313. Preliminary Evaluation Report,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application SZ98004,
Shell Canada Products Limited,
Gloria Kirk and Naab Holdings,
6715, 6727 and 6731 Kingston Road,
Ward 18 - Scarborough Malvern
The Scarborough Community Council had before it a report (July 9, 1998) from the
Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, recommending that the Scarborough
Community Council convene a Public Meeting to consider this application targeted for the
third quarter of 1998, subject to:
(1) the applicant filing a site plan control application addressing the issues
identified below; and
(2) staff convening a Community Information Meeting to be scheduled upon submission of
Item 1; notice of this meeting to be circulated within 120 metres (400 feet) of
the subject site.
On a motion by Councillor Balkissoon, the Scarborough Community
Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the
aforementioned report, subject to striking out all the words after
circulated in Recommendation No. (2) and inserting in lieu
thereof the following:
.....and the area of notification to include the
properties from Tideswell Boulevard westerly to
Graham Farm Lane and from Highway 401 northerly to
the point where Tideswell Boulevard intersects with
Sheppard Avenue and including the area north of
Sheppard Avenue and the properties on the north side
of Royal Rouge Trail.
(Clause No. 38(j), Report No. 7)
314. The 2008 Toronto Olympic Bid - Public Consultation
The Community Council had before it a report (July 7, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Economic Development, Culture and Tourism providing, for the information of Community
Council, a report generally outlining the public consultation process related to Toronto s
bid to host the 2008 Olympics and requesting that Scarborough Community Council conduct
its public consultation meeting on the evening of Wednesday, September 16, 1998, at 7:30
p.m. at which time Mr. David Crombie will make a presentation.
A. Councillor Shaw moved that the report of the Commissioner of Economic Development,
Culture and Tourism dated July 7, 1998, be concurred in, and that Scarborough
Community Council conduct its public consultation meeting on the evening of
Wednesday, September 16, 1998 at 7:30 p.m. and receive a presentation from Mr.
David Crombie.
B. Councillor Mahood moved that staff of the Olympic Bid Office be requested to
advertise Scarborough Community Council s public meeting in the Scarborough Mirror
in addition to any other advertising which is being arranged.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions, they were carried.
(Clause No. 38(f), Report No. 7)
315. Ward Boundary Review Process
(Refer also to Minute No. 278)
A. Councillor Shaw moved that the issue of the date for the public meeting to
consider the Ward Boundaries be re-opened, which was carried.
B. Councillor Shaw moved that the Scarborough Community Council:
(1) strike out September 17, 1998" and substitute therefor October 14, 1998"
to hear from the public with respect to the matter of ward boundaries, ward
division and governance; and
(2) direct staff to inform the public of the date and time of the meeting to be
held with respect to the aforementioned matter.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion, it was carried.
(Clause 38(t), Report No. 7)
316. Guild Inn
The Community Council received a verbal presentation from Mr. Joseph W. Ventura, Member of
a Group wishing to proceed with the management and operation of The Guild Inn, accompanied
by Mr. Peter Proszanski, Solicitor for the Group, and Mr. Todd Kirlik, Guildwood area
resident who supports this initiative, regarding the management and operation of The Guild
Inn.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
directed that the aforementioned presentation be referred to the
attention of the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and
Tourism, to be considered in conjunction with the Feasibility Study
currently underway to determine the future use of The Guild Inn
from an arts and culture perspective.
(Clause No. 38(u), Report No. 7)
Councillor Berardinetti vacated the chair and appointed Councillor Altobello as Acting
Chair.
317. Fence By-law Exemption Request,
Kenneth Evans, 2 Senator Boulevard,
Ward 16 - Scarborough Highland Creek
The Community Council had before it a report (June 27, 1998) from the Director of
Municipal Standards recommending that City Council approve the application to permit a
board on board fence with lattice at a height of 1.37 metres (4.5 feet) along the north
property line and in the front yard on the west property line to a maximum height of 1.37
metres (4.5 feet).
A. Councillor Kelly moved that the report from the Director of Municipal Standards
dated June 27, 1998, recommending that City Council approve the subject Fence By-
law Exemption request, be approved.
B. Councillor Faubert moved that the motion of Councillor Kelly be amended by adding
that staff be requested to inspect the rear yard fence and the area adjacent to
the neighbouring garage.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions, they were carried.
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The following persons appeared before the Community Council in connection with the
foregoing matter:
- Mr. Mike Ilchyshyn, owner of the adjacent property
- Mr. Ken Evans, the applicant.
(Clause No. 36, Report No. 7)
Councillor Altobello vacated the chair and appointed Councillor Shaw as Acting Chair.
318. Preliminary Evaluation Report,
Official Plan Amendment Application P97024,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97062,
Paul Viaros, 381-383 Birchmount Road,
Birchmount Park Employment District,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
(Refer also to Minutes No. 250)
The Community Council had before it the following reports from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough:
(a) (July 5, 1998) providing, for the information of Community Council, a report on
the outcome of further consultation with the applicant, as previously requested by
Community Council; and
(b) (May 14, 1998) recommending that Council refuse the applications by Paul Viaros to
amend the Official Plan (P97024) and the Employment District Zoning By-law
(Z97062) to permit 35 square metres (376 square feet) of the existing industrial
building to be used for an automobile sales business for the reasons outlined in
the Commissioner s report.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough Community Council
recommended that City Council:
(1) strike out the recommendation contained in the
aforementioned report (May 14, 1998) from the
Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough,
wherein it is recommended that the subject
application be refused; and
(2) direct that staff continue to process the
applications in the normal manner and schedule a
Public Meeting in the fall of 1998, subject to the
applicant revising his Official Plan Amendment
Application and Zoning By-law Amendment Application
to request Industrial District Commercial
designation and zoning.
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Councillor Gerry Altobello declared his interest in the foregoing matter in that his
family owns a business on Raleigh Avenue.
(Clause No. 33, Report No. 7)
319. Referral from the Urban Environment and Development
Committee respecting Guidelines for Determining
City-Wide Interests in Planning Matters
The Community Council had before it a report (July 14, 1998) advising that the Urban
Environment and Development Committee, at its meeting held on July 13, 1998, endorsed the
recommendations embodied in the joint report (June 29, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Urban Planning and Development Services and the City Clerk respecting the Protocol for
Identifying and Processing Planning Matters of City-wide Interest and Cross-Boundary
Issues, subject to minor amendment, and referred the Protocol to the Community Councils
for recommendation/comment to City Council on July 29, 1998.
A. Councillor Ashton moved that the Scarborough Community Council recommend
that City Council amend the protocol for dealing with planning matters of
City-wide interest respecting the submission of Preliminary Evaluation
Reports to the Community Councils by striking out the words for
information in A.2.b. under Process , and inserting in lieu thereof the
words for appropriate action , so that such recommendation shall now read:
Process:
A. Processing planning applications to amend the
official plan(s) and/or zoning by-law(s):
2. If only a local interest is identified in respect to the application:
b. The Preliminary Evaluation Report
from staff is placed on the Community
Council agenda for appropriate
action.
B. Councillor Balkissoon moved that the Protocol also include the
ability to acknowledge any concerns of the local Councillor and
allow the Councillor to have the ability to request that such
concerns be recognized as a City-wide issue.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions, they were carried.
(Clause No. 38(q), Report No. 7)
The Community Council recessed at 12:30 p.m.
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The Community Council reconvened at 2:00 p.m.
Members present:
Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Chair
Councillor Brian Ashton
Councillor Bas Balkissoon
Councillor Raymond Cho
Councillor Brad Duguid
Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Norm Kelly
Councillor Doug Mahood
Councillor Ron Moeser
Councillor Sherene Shaw
Councillor Mike Tzekas
320. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Official Plan Amendment Application P97025,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97063,
Saul Goldberg, 2815 Kingston Road,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
The Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17
and Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given
in accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (June 25, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(A) Official Plan
amend the Cliffcrest Community Secondary Plan, with respect to the property
located on the south-west corner of Kingston Road and Eastville Avenue, known
municipally as 2815 Kingston Road, being Part of Lots 7, 8, 9 & 10, Registered
Plan M-475, as shown on Figure 1 as follows:
(1) remove the Highway Commercial designation and replace it with a Commercial
Mixed Use designation.
(2) add the following Numbered Policy:
Southwest Corner of Kingston Road and Eastville Avenue
The Commercial Mixed Use designation shall permit a maximum of 87
residential units per hectare and a maximum overall density of 1.9 times
the lot area. Retail Commercial uses are provided for as a Primary Use.
(B) Zoning By-law
amend the Cliffcrest Community Zoning By-law Number 25265 as amended with respect
to the property located on the south-west corner of Kingston Road and Eastville
Avenue, known municipally as 2815 Kingston Road, being Part of Lots 7, 8, 9 & 10,
Registered Plan M-475, as shown on Figure 1 as follows:
(1) remove the Highway Commercial zoning and replace it with a Neighbourhood
Commercial zoning.
(2) add the following development standards:
(a) gross floor area for commercial shall not exceed 1 205 m2 (12,970
square feet) and must be contained entirely on the ground floor;
(b) total gross floor area shall not exceed 3 505 m2 (37,730 square
feet);
(c) maximum 16 residential units;
(d) minimum 1.2 parking spaces per residential unit;
(e) maximum height of 3 storeys;
(f) Minimum south side yard setback 5 m (16 feet); and
(g) Exempt this property from the requirement for a 1.5 m landscape
strip abutting the adjacent single family residential.
(3) add an exception to permit dwelling units and prohibit Automobile Service
Stations; and
(C) authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the
Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments as may be required to properly carry
out the intent of this resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Moeser, the Scarborough
Community Council recommended to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
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The Scarborough Community Council received the following communications (July 6, 1998) and
(March 23, 1998) from Brillinger Investments Limited, Jerome Etkin Limited:
July 6, 1998
We are the owners of the commercial property at 2803 and 2799 Kingston Road immediately
west of the subject property. Two highway commercial compatible tenants, a Mister
Transmission franchise location and Kentucky Fried Chicken location are situated on the
property. We have previously written to the planners on this file registering our
opposition to both the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications (copy
enclosed).
The intent of this proposal seems to be to force a change in the existing zoning to
conform with a vision for this area that is not compatible with the adjoining property.
The properties at 2803 (Mister Transmission) and 2799 (Kentucky Fried Chicken) Kingston
Road were developed in accordance with the Highway Commercial Zoning requirements for the
area. All the appropriate setbacks from Kingston Road and sign by-law requirements have
been observed.
The proposal to abandon the Highway Commercial zoning impacts our property adversely in
two ways.
1. By permitting a building with a zero front yard setback and basically a lot line
to lot line side yard setback the Mister Transmission building and sign will
effectively be completely blocked off to west bound traffic. Access is already
restricted and this will create a tremendous hardship for our tenant. The height
and forward location of the proposed building will also dwarf the existing garage
structure making it difficult for this retail outlet to be noticed at all from any
direction.
2. The zoning change adversely affects the commercial nature intended by the Highway
Commercial Zoning. This block was designated for commercial uses to serve the
neighbourhood and passing motorists. The type of uses that may be attracted to
the proposed development will not be compatible with the existing uses on the
block. There is the potential for severe parking and traffic hazards when there
is no provisions for parking for the commercial components of the proposal.
We believe this proposal does not fully take into account the intent of the original
zoning for this area of Kingston Road nor does it acknowledge the serious impact on the
existing businesses that comply with the current zoning and by-laws.
We wish to be notified immediately if the Scarborough Community Council recommends in
favour of the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications and the
proposal is forwarded to Toronto City Council. This is also our written request to be
advised if the proposed Official Plan Amendment is adopted to protect our right to appeal
to the Ontario Municipal Board.
We have not determined whether a representative will attend the meeting July 22, 1998 or
not.
March 23, 1998
We are the owners of the property at 2803 Kingston Road, immediately west of the proposed
development property. An initial review of the proposal raises concerns the development
will affect our property and the businesses situated there.
Here are some of the issues that arise:
1. Visibility and Access
The effect of the street front development will completely shield the existing
Mister Transmission location from westbound traffic. The island in Kingston Road
already makes access difficult. The new structure will also block off the pylon
sign situated at the northeast corner of the property set back from the property
line.
2. Traffic and Parking
We have concerns there will be insufficient parking for the proposed density. The
combination of four (anticipated) commercial enterprises and 16 residential units
will generate significant traffic. The curb lane will likely become congested and
may be converted to restricted parking to serve the businesses. It will be
difficult for customers and guests of the residents to locate the parking in the
rear.
3. Setbacks
The elimination of set backs required by the current HC zoning not only impacts
our property s visibility to the westbound traffic but also raises a technical
concern. The site plan shows a portion of the proposed building immediately
adjacent to the foundation of our building. We have concerns our property could
be damaged or the foundation of the building undermined in the course of
construction.
We want to be on record opposing both the Official Plan Amendment P97025 and
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97063. Kingston Road is a major artery and
important commuter route justifying the existing HC zoning.
The proposed development is incompatible with the existing businesses on this
block and will be detrimental to ongoing operations. The existing HC setbacks
must be maintained.
Mr. Paul Anderson, representing the applicant, appeared before the Community Council in
connection with the foregoing matter and expressed support for the staff recommendation.
Councillor Brian Ashton also reported to Community Council the receipt of a verbal request
from Ms. M. Cunningham, an area resident, requesting deferral of this application.
(Clause No. 19, Report No. 7)
321. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application SZ98015,
Mondeo Developments Incorporated,
740 Ellesmere Road, Dorset Park Community,
Ward 14 - Scarborough Wexford
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (June 26, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(A) Zoning By-law
amend the Dorset Park Community Zoning By-law No. 9508,
as amended, with respect to the lands located at 740
Ellesmere Road, being Part of Lot 30, Concession 2 as
follows:
Additional Permitted Uses: (Applies only to the
southerly portion of the
site, shown hatched)
- Two-Family Dwellings ;
Development Standards:
(1) maximum Height 11 m (36 feet);
(2) minimum Rear Yard Setback- 12.5 m for rear lane
lots with dwellings having a connecting breezeway
between the dwelling and garage;
(3) minimum of 6.4 m from the main wall of the
dwelling to the garage, for rear lane lots with
dwellings having a connecting breezeway between
the dwelling and garage or having detached
garages;
(4) the lot line abutting the narrower street shall be
deemed to be the rear lot line, except for corner
lots (applies only to the lots abutting the rear
lane);
(5) common semi-detached breezeways may be centred on
the side lot line; and
B. Miscellaneous
authorize such unsubstantive, technical, stylistic or
format changes to the Zoning By-law as may be required
to give effect to this resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Kelly,
the Scarborough Community Council
recommended to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned
report.
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Mr. John Dawson, Solicitor for the applicant, appeared
before the Community Council in connection with the
foregoing matter and expressed support for the staff
recommendation.
(Clause No. 22, Report No. 7)
322. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Official Plan Amendment Application SP98006,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application SZ98014,
Goodman Phillips and Vineberg on behalf of
Her Majesty The Queen,
(First Gulf Group Developments Limited),
South-East Corner of Highway 401 and Kennedy Road,
Ward 15 - Scarborough City Centre
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (June 25, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(A) Official Plan:
amend the Progress Employment District Secondary Plan with respect to the property
being Part of Lot 22, Registrar s Compiled Plan 9945 located at the south east
quadrant of the Highway 401/Kennedy Road interchange by establishing a Special
District Commercial designation on lands currently undesignated and shown as the
Macdonald Cartier Freeway Highway 401 and by adding existing Numbered Policy 10 of
the Progress Employment District Secondary Plan to the designation as shown on
Figure 1;
(B) Zoning By-law:
amend the Progress Employment District Zoning By-law with respect to the property
being Part of Lot 22, Registrar s Compiled Plan 9945 located at the south east
quadrant of the 401/Kennedy Road interchange as follows:
(1) delete the Industrial M zoning and the Industrial Commercial MC zoning
as shown on Figure 2 and replace it with a Mixed Employment zone so the
zoning of these two parcels merges with the existing Mixed Employment
zone on the Kennedy Commons project and add the following development
standards which are consistent with the Kennedy Commons project:
(a) maximum gross floor area for all uses: 46,450 square metres
(500,000 square feet);
(b) minimum 15 metre (50 foot) building setback from CN Rail property
line;
(c) minimum 3 metre (10 foot) building setback from all other property
lines;
(d) minimum 5 parking spaces per 100 square metres (1,076 square feet)
of gross floor area for all financial institutions, personal
service shops and retail stores. Beyond 23,255 square metres
(250,000 square feet) of combined built gross floor area of
financial institution, personal service shop, retail store,
restaurant and entertainment uses, the required parking for these
uses shall be calculated on the basis of a minimum 4.8 spaces per
100 square metres (1076 square feet) of total gross floor area;
(e) all uses shall be conducted wholly within an enclosed building
except that open storage and display of goods is permitted within 6
metres (20 feet) of the main wall of a building, or in conjunction
with a lumber supply store or garden nursery;
(f) Third Party signs shall not be permitted;
(g) the provisions of Section 18, Ancillary Retailing in E , M ,
ME , MG , and MS Zones, clause IV, General Provisions, shall
not apply;
(h) the provisions of this By-law shall apply collectively to these
lands notwithstanding their division into two or more parcels;
(2) establish an exception consistent with the Kennedy Commons project to
permit the following additional permitted uses:
(a) Places of Entertainment;
(b) Lumber Yard and Building Supply Warehouses;
(c) Open Storage and Display of Goods in conjunction with a Lumber
Yard;
(d) Building Supply Warehouse or a retail store;
(C) Site Plan:
enact a by-law to establish Site Plan Control on that portion of the lands not
currently covered by Site Plan Control and that the said By-law be presented
concurrently with the By-law to establish zoning on the subject lands; and
(D) Other Matters:
authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic, or format changes to the
Official Plan and Zoning By-law to properly carry out the intent of this
resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Tzekas, the Scarborough
Community Council recommended to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
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Ms. Roslyn Houser, Solicitor for the owner, appeared before the Community Council in
connection with the foregoing matter and expressed support for the staff recommendations.
(Clause 25, Report No. 7)
323. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97054,
Proposed Plan of Subdivision T97016,
Zaph Avenue Holdings Limited,
Zaph Avenue South of Highway 401,
Ward 16 - Scarborough Highland Creek
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (July 3, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(A) amend the Highland Creek Community Zoning By-law, with respect to the lands owned
by Zaph Avenue Holdings Incorporated, being Part of Lot 5, Concession 2 and Part
of Lots 58 and 59, Registered Plan 2129, by deleting the existing zoning and
applicable development standards and replacing them with the following:
(1) one single-family dwelling per lot as shown on the Registered Plan;
(2) minimum building setback 3 metres (10 feet) from the street line except
that the garage main wall containing the vehicle access shall be set back a
minimum of 6 metres (20 feet);
(3) minimum side yard 0.9 metres (3 feet) from each side;
(4) an attached garage shall be erected with each dwelling unit;
(5) chimneys, pilasters, projecting columns, balconies, unenclosed porches and
canopies shall not project into any required side yard;
(6) the provisions of Clause VI, Section 16.3 (maximum total floor area per
dwelling unit restriction) shall not apply (Exception No. 35);
(B) authorize any unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the Zoning
By-law as may be required to properly carry out the intent of this resolution;
(C) Draft Plan of Subdivision:
recommend the Draft Plan of Subdivision T97016 by Larry Dekkema on behalf of Zaph
Avenue Holdings Inc., as shown on Figure 2, subject to the following conditions:
(1) Plan as stamped Recommended this date (Figure 2);
(2) the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the City regarding:
(2.1) the provisions of all services, easements, payment of Development
Charges;
(2.2) contribution to the City for the cost of street tree planting at
$300.00 per lot;
(2.3) the applicant will be required to pay to the City $40.00 per lot to
cover geodetic and aerial surveys;
(2.4) the applicant will be required to pay to the City $300.00 per
installed hydrant for maintenance purposes;
(2.5) dedication of all streets, 0.3 metre reserves to the City at no
charge free and clear of all encumbrances;
(2.6) the owner will be required to pay 3 percent of the estimated cost
of servicing to the City to cover engineering and inspection, as
determined by the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services;
(2.7) the owner will be required to deed lots 12 and 21 to the City for a
temporary road access. These lands will be returned to the
applicant when the temporary road access is, in the opinion of the
Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, no longer required;
(3) the applicant to submit a Stage 2 Stormwater Management Report with the
submission of the engineering drawings, implementing stormwater management
techniques to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Works and Emergency
Services;
(4) the applicant will be required to submit an adjacency report with the
submission of the engineering drawings, for review and acceptance by the
Works and Emergency Services Department, Planning and Buildings Department
and the Ward Councillors;
(5) the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the Toronto Public
Utilities Commission (Scarborough) regarding the supply of underground
electrical, street lighting and water distribution systems for the proposed
development;
(6) the owner to pay a 5 percent parkland contribution as cash-in-lieu of land;
(7) the owner to construct a sidewalk on one side of Goldene Way only and the
temporary road access;
(8) the owner to make satisfactory arrangements with Bell Canada regarding
services and required easements;
(9) development of this subdivision is dependent on the development to the
south, (subdivision T93004) for servicing. The construction of this
development cannot proceed until such time as the Subdivision Agreement for
the development to the south has been signed and fully secured;
(10) the owner to submit an arborist report prepared by a Certified/Registered
Consulting Arborist or Registered Professional Forester. The report to
contain information regarding the overall health and condition of the
privately owned and City trees and indicate appropriate measures of
protecting and/or preserving these trees for approval by the Parks and
Recreation Services Department;
(11) the subject lands are to be zoned in accordance with the proposed
development standards prior to the registration of the plan; and
(12) prior to registration of the plan the owner to receive approval of the
Environmental Impact Study from the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority.
On a motion by Councillor Moeser, the Scarborough
Community Council recommended to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report, subject to
adding Condition No. 13, as follows:
(13) The owner will be
responsible for
informing the
purchaser of these
lands of all
development charges
related to the
development.
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Mr. Larry Dekkema, representing the owner, appeared before the Community Council and
expressed support for the staff recommendation, and also indicated his agreement to the
proposed amendment.
(Clause 26, Report No. 7)
324. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Official Plan Amendment Application P97023,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97057,
574780 Ontario Limited, 8119 Sheppard Avenue East,
Ward 18 - Scarborough Malvern
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (June 26, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(A) Official Plan:
amend the Rouge Employment District Secondary Plan with respect to the lands at
8119 Sheppard Avenue East, being Part of Lot 4, Registrar s Compiled Plan 10303,
by redesignating the land from General Industrial Uses with High Performance
Standards and Open Space and replacing them with the Special District Commercial
designation and adding the following Numbered Policy:
South Side of Sheppard Avenue East, East of Morningside Avenue
In addition to the Special District Commercial designation, General
Industrial Uses with High Performance Standards, are permitted.
Non-Accessory Signs excluding Marketplace Signs are not
permitted. ;
(B) Zoning By-law Amendment:
(1) amend the Employment Districts Zoning By-law Number 24982
(Rouge Employment District), as amended, with respect to the lands at 8119
Sheppard Avenue East, being Part of Lot 4, Registrar s Compiled Plan 10303,
by deleting the existing zoning and replacing it with the Mixed Employment
Zone (ME) to include Day Nurseries, Educational and Training Facility
Uses, Financial Institutions, Industrial Uses, Offices, Personal Service
Shops, Places of Worship, Recreational Uses, Restaurants and Retail Stores;
(2) Development Standards:
(2.1) maximum gross floor area of all buildings shall not exceed 0.3
times the lot area;
(2.2) minimum 3 metres (10 feet) building setback from the streetline;
(2.3) non-accessory signs, except Marketplace Signs, shall not be
permitted;
(2.4) the provisions of Section 15, Ancillary Retailing in E , M ,
ME , MG and MS Zones, Clause V, General Provisions, shall not
apply;
(2.5) parking to be provided in accordance with the General Parking
Regulations for All Zones;
(2.6) the provisions of this By-law shall apply collectively to these
lands notwithstanding their division into two or more parcels;
(C) Miscellaneous:
authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the
Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments as may be required to properly carry
out the intent of this resolution; and
(D) the applicant enter into a financially secured Servicing Agreement with the City
covering the required services to service the site, prior to Council s adoption of
the Zoning By-law. The agreement is to include provision for the construction of
municipal sidewalks along the south side of Sheppard Avenue; the enclosure of the
watercourse and the provision of storm and sanitary services.
On a motion by Councillor Balkissoon, the
Scarborough Community Council recommended to Council
the adoption of the aforementioned report.
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Mr. Irv Schmerler, representing the owner, appeared before the Community Council in
connection with the foregoing matter and expressed support for the staff recommendation.
(Clause No. 28, Report No. 7)
325. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97017,
First Warden Shopping Centres Limited,
800 Warden Avenue,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (June 18, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(1) amend the Employment Districts Zoning By-Law No. 24982 (Golden Mile) to partially
remove the Holding Provision (H) from the zoning for the property on the west side
of Warden Avenue, south of Eglinton Avenue, known municipally as 800 Warden
Avenue, increasing the commercial permission from 12,100 square metres (130,000
square feet) to 25,125 square metres (270,500 square feet) under the existing
Office Uses Zone (OU); and
(2) authorize such unsubstantive, stylistic or format changes to the Zoning By-Law as
may be necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Councillor Berardinetti vacated the chair and appointed Councillor Altobello as Acting
Chair.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough
Community Council recommended to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report, subject to
adding the following:
That staff report further through
the Site Plan process on any
opportunities for mutual sharing of
parking between the Embers Restaurant
and First Warden.
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The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (July 7, 1998) from
Mr. Russel White, Plans Analyst, The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority:
We acknowledge receipt of the above noted notice of intention and offer the following
comments.
TRCA staff do not object to removal of the holding designation, however, we note that the
site is within the Golden Mile Subwatershed Study boundary. This study calls for a
comprehensive look at Stormwater Management quality control for all infill development
within the study limits. In light of this, future development of this site is dependant
on the applicant partaking in a comprehensive solution for Stormwater Management for the
Golden Mile Area.
We trust that this information is of assistance. If you have any questions, please
contact the undersigned.
Mr. Phillip Wong, representing First Warden Shopping Centres Limited, appeared before the
Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter and expressed support for the
staff recommendation.
(Clause 18, Report No. 7)
326. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Official Plan Amendment Application P97020,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97052,
Petro Canada, 70 Guildwood Parkway,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (June 26, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(A) Official Plan:
amend the Guildwood Community Secondary Plan with respect to the property located
on the north-west corner of Guildwood Parkway and Rowatson Road, by deleting the
Highway Commercial designation and substituting a Medium Density Residential (RM)
designation and by adding a density of 55 units per hectare (23 units per acre);
(B) Zoning By-law Amendment:
amend the Guildwood Community Zoning By-law Number 9676, as amended, with respect
to 70 Guildwood Parkway, being Lot 15, Concession D, by deleting the current
Highway Commercial (HC) zoning and substituting a Multiple Family Residential Zone
as follows:
(1) Permitted Use: Multiple Family Residential;
(2) maximum 15 residential dwelling units;
(3) minimum building setback 4 metres (13 feet) from the street line of
Rowatson Road, except that the door to the garage shall be set back a
minimum of 5.7 metres (19 feet) from the street line. The space in front
of the garage may be used for parking;
(4) minimum building setback, 6 metres (20 feet) from the street line of
Guildwood Parkway;
(5) minimum side yard building setback for a row of townhouses, 2 metres
(6.5 feet) from end wall to side lot lines;
(6) maximum height 3 storeys;
(7) an attached garage shall be erected with each dwelling unit;
(8) a refuse storage room shall be provided on the site and be enclosed by at
least four walls and a roof; and
(C) authorize any unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the Official
Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments as may be required to carry out the intent of
this resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Scarborough
Community Council recommended to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report, that the
Public Meeting be concluded, and further:
(1) that staff be directed to bring
forward the Site Plan Control
Application at the September 16th
meeting of the Scarborough Community
Council and that staff not present
the Official Plan and Zoning By-law
Bills for approval until the Site
Plan is approved by the Community
Council;
(2) that staff be requested to report to
Scarborough Community Council on the
transportation issues, i.e. access
and impact on Guildwood Parkway, and
that the Ward Councillors, in
conjunction with staff, form a
Community Working Committee to work
with the application toward a high
quality of landscaping and building
design structure.
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (July 7, 1998) from
Mr. John V. Langley, FRAIC:
I bring to your attention the following:
At the Public Meeting held on April 21, 1998 the presentation showed 17 units. It is
gratifying to see this has been reduced to 15. The Community suggested a continuation of
the fourplexes is a solution which would marry in better with the single to one and half
storey dwellings on Rowatson and would allow 12 units on site.
The major concern is still the traffic. In the 10 years that I have been resident here I
am not aware of any in depth traffic count being made on Guildwood Parkway west of
Livingston. Also, contrary to the report, there has been an increase in the morning and
evening traffic during the last few years west of Livingston. The proposed development
will have an impact on the traffic in this area and particularly in the evening when the
occupants of units 8 to 15 will have to make a U-turn at the already hazardous turn to
Rowatson. There is a lot of afternoon and evening traffic coming west to the shopping
centre that turns at the Rowatson junction. The statistics provided by the Works
Department seems low in that it seems to infer that of the 30 potential adults (and
perhaps more with young adults) only 7 will be involved in the peak traffic period. This
does not seem to be the pattern on Rowatson.
I was under the impression that a side yard for this type of development had to be 8 ft.
to the property line rather than 6 as covered in the report. Does this allow sufficient
space in the event of fire or does the fire truck back in off Guildwood Parkway?
The comment regarding proposed landscaping between the two rows of housing should be
changed, i.e. top of page 5, second line ...townhouses will be landscaped . The
recommendation regarding condominium form of tenure is extremely valid as it will be
essential that this landscaping be maintained.
There is no mention in the report of the concern with school buses using Rowatson and the
impact they may have on the proposed development.
Mr. John V. Langley appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing
matter and brought to the attention of the Members his comments contained in the foregoing
communication.
Mr. Vahe Kouyoumdjian, representing the applicant, appeared before the Community Council
in connection with the foregoing matter and expressed support for the staff
recommendations.
(Clause No. 20, Report No. 7)
327. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Official Plan Amendment Application P97011,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97031,
Ontario Hydro, Warden Avenue and Metropolitan Road,
Ward 14 - Scarborough Wexford
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (June 19, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
Amend the Ellesmere Employment District Secondary Plan and Zoning By-law, as amended, with
respect to the lands located on the east side of Warden Avenue, south of Metropolitan
Road, being former Ontario Hydro transmission corridor lands known municipally as Part of
Lot 32, Concession 2, by:
(A) Official Plan
(1) deleting the Ontario Hydro Corridor designation and replacing it with a
General Employment Uses designation; and,
(2) adding the following Numbered Policy:
East of Warden Avenue, South of Metropolitan Road
Vehicle Service and Repair Uses are permitted, provided they are limited to
facilities and services provided only to vehicles directly associated with
the primary industrial function of the property.
(B) Zoning By-law:
(1) deleting the Public Utilities (PU) zoning and adding Mixed Employment -
Holding (ME - H) zoning;
(2) deleting Exception No. 301;
(3) adding the following development standards:
(a) gross floor area of all buildings minus the gross floor area of all
basements shall not exceed 0.40 times the area of the lot;
(b) maximum gross floor area of restaurants, including take-out
restaurants, shall not exceed 510 square metres (5,500 square
feet);
(c) retail stores, financial institutions, personal service shops and
restaurants shall only be located within 140 metres (460 feet) of
the Warden Avenue streetline;
(d) vehicle parking or storage for a Vehicle Service Garage shall be
prohibited in all street yards;
(e) maximum combined gross floor area for a Vehicle Service Garage and
Vehicle Service Station: 370 square metres (4,000 square feet);
(f) minimum street yard setback: 3 metres;
(g) minimum rear yard setback: 7.5 metres;
(h) minimum side yard setback: 3 metres;
(i) the provisions of the By-law shall apply collectively to the land,
notwithstanding its future division into two or more parcels.
(4) providing that prior to the removal of the Holding Provisions (H) from the
zoning, only the following uses shall be permitted:
(a) Day Nurseries;
(b) Education and Training Facilities;
(c) Financial Institutions;
(d) Industrial Uses;
(e) Offices;
(f) Personal Service Shops;
(g) Places of Worship;
(h) Recreational Uses;
(i) Retail Stores (excluding take-out restaurants);
(j) Vehicle Service Garage and/or Vehicle Service Station limited to
facilities and services provided only to vehicles directly
associated with the primary industrial function of the property;
(5) providing that the Holding Provision (H) used in conjunction with the Mixed
Employment (ME) zone shall be removed in whole or in part by amending By-
law when Council is satisfied as to the acceptability of mutual access
arrangements between the various uses on the property and/or the abutting
property at 1575 Warden Avenue, as well as the acceptability of the
proposed Site Plan, to adequately accommodate vehicle access from and
egress to Warden Avenue;
(C) designate the property as a Site Plan Control Area; and
(D) authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the
Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments as may be required to properly carry
out the intent of this resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Tzekas, the Scarborough
Community Council recommended to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report, subject to:
(1) deleting under (B) Zoning By-law ,
Recommendation No. (4), Item (c)
Financial Institutions ;
(2) adding the following to the end of
Recommendation No. (4), Item (i):
... the dispensing of fuel shall be limited
to propane .
(3) adding a new Recommendation No. (6),
as follows:
(6) Education and Training
Facilities shall not
be permitted in this
Mixed Employment
Zone.
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (July 6, 1998) from
Mr. R. Wayne Burns, Shell Canada Products Limited:
Shell has no objection to the attached application but would ask to be sent a copy of the
adoption of the Official Plan Amendment if it is adopted July 22, 1998.
Mr. Patrick Devine, Solicitor for the applicant, appeared before the Community Council in
connection with the foregoing matter and expressed support for the staff recommendations.
(Clause 21, Report No. 7)
328. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
City-Initiated Official Plan Amendment Application W98009,
Road Allowance Linking Metropolitan Road and
Continental Place,
Ward 14 - Scarborough Wexford
Community Council had before it a report (June 19, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning
and Buildings, Scarborough recommending that City Council:
(A) Official Plan:
amend Schedule C of the Official Plan, the Roads Plan of the former City of
Scarborough, by identifying a new 23 metre (75 foot) road right-of-way connection
linking the eastern terminus of Metropolitan Road southerly to Warden Avenue
through Continental Place, and by amending Schedule A of the Official Plan, the
Land Use Plan, to also reflect the proposed road; and
(B) authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the
Official Plan amendment as may be required to properly carry out the intent of
this resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Tzekas, the Scarborough
Community Council rescheduled the Public Meeting
under The Planning Act respecting the aforementioned
report to its meeting to be held on October 14, 1998
at 2:00 p.m.
(Clause No. 38(n), Report No. 7)
329. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z95032,
Aspen Ridge Homes (Markham Gardens) Incorporated,
South of Sheppard Avenue, East of Markham Road,
Ward 18 - Scarborough Malvern
Community Council had before it a report (June 22, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning
and Buildings, Scarborough recommending that City Council:
Repeal the Malvern East Agricultural Holding Zoning By-law No. 13219, as amended, and
incorporate Blocks 2 and 3, Registered Plan 66M-2300, in the Malvern Community Zoning By-
law No. 14402, as amended, and zone them as follows:
(A) Block 2:
(1) Permitted uses: Apartment Residential (A) Zone and Neighbourhood Commercial
(NC) including retail stores, personal service shops, financial
institutions, business and professional offices;
(2) Development Standards:
(2.1) maximum 326 dwelling units;
(2.2) minimum 3 metre (10 foot) building setback from the streetlines;
canopies and supporting columns may be erected to the street line;
(2.3) maximum 2,323 square metres (25,000 square feet) of gross floor
area for commercial uses;
(2.4) parking to be provided on the following basis:
(a) prior to the operation of the SRT to Sheppard Avenue:
(i) minimum 1.4 parking spaces per dwelling unit to be
provided on the basis of 1.2 spaces per unit for
residents and 0.2 spaces per unit for visitors;
(ii) minimum 3 parking spaces per 100 square metres
(1,076 square feet) of gross floor area for other
uses;
(b) when the SRT is in operation to Sheppard Avenue:
(i) minimum 1.2 parking spaces per dwelling unit on the
basis of 1space for residents and 0.2 for visitors;
(ii) minimum 1 parking space per 100 square metres
(1,076 square feet) of gross floor area for other
uses;
(2.5) maximum height 16 storeys (excluding mechanical penthouses);
(2.6) minimum of 1 square metre (10.76 square feet) enclosed recreation
space to be provided for each dwelling unit;
(2.7) parking for the Scarborough Community Complex may be provided;
(2.8) general zoning by-law provisions with respect to coverage and
building height shall not apply;
(2.9) all provisions of this By-law shall apply collectively to the site
notwithstanding its future division into two or more parcels;
(B) Block 3:
(1) Permitted uses: Apartment Residential (A) Zone;
(2) Development Standards:
(2.1) maximum 417 dwelling units;
(2.2) minimum 3 metre (10 foot) building setback from the streetlines;
(2.3) parking to be provided on the following basis:
(a) prior to the operation of the SRT to Sheppard Avenue:
(i) minimum 1.4 parking spaces per dwelling unit to be
provided on the basis of 1.2 spaces per unit for
residents and 0.2 spaces per unit for visitors;
(b) when the SRT is in operation to Sheppard Avenue:
(i) minimum 1.2 parking spaces per dwelling unit on the
basis of 1 space for residents and 0.2 for visitors;
(2.4) maximum height 12 storeys (excluding mechanical penthouses) within
30 metres (100 feet) of the streetline of Markham Road and 16
storeys (excluding mechanical penthouses) on the balance of the
block;
(2.5) minimum of 1 square metre (10.76 square feet) enclosed recreation
space to be provided for each dwelling unit;
(2.6) general zoning by-law provisions with respect to coverage and
building height shall not apply;
(2.7) all provisions of this By-law shall apply collectively to the site
notwithstanding its future division into two or more parcels; and
(C) Miscellaneous:
authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the Zoning
By-law amendment as may be required to properly carry out the intent of this
resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Balkissoon, the
Scarborough Community Council rescheduled the Public
Meeting under The Planning Act respecting the
aforementioned report to its meeting to be held on
October 14, 1998 at 2:00 p.m.
Mr. Roy Varicelli, Architect for the project, appeared before the Community Council and
expressed support for the staff recommendations.
The Community Council received letters of objection to this application from the following
persons:
- Mr. David Yeung, area resident;
- Ms. Jennifer Chan, area resident;
- Mr. Wilmot Procope, area resident; and
- Mr. Kwok C. Chan, owner of property in the area;
copies of which were provided to all Members of Community Council, and a copy thereof is
on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
(Clause No. 38(o), Report No. 7)
330. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Official Plan Amendment Application SP98003,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application SZ98005,
Knob Hill Farms Limited,
South-East Corner of Eglinton Avenue and McCowan Road,
Ward 15 - Scarborough City Centre
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (July 6, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(A) Official Plan:
amend the Eglinton Community Secondary Plan, with respect to the property located
at the south-east corner of Eglinton Avenue and McCowan Road, being Part of Blocks
A and B, Registered Plan M-172 and Part of Lot 22, Concession C, by adding the
following Numbered Policy:
South-East Corner of Eglinton Avenue and McCowan Road
Within the Commercial Mixed Use designation as it applies to this land,
retail commercial uses are permitted as a primary use. ;
(B) Zoning By-law:
(1) amend the Employment Districts Zoning By-law Number 24982 (Knob Hill
Employment District), as amended, by deleting the subject land located at
the south-east corner of Eglinton Avenue and McCowan Road, being Part of
Blocks A and B, Registered Plan M-172 and Part of Lot 22, Concession C, and
incorporating it into the Eglinton Community Zoning By-law No. 10048, as
amended.
(2) rezone the land by replacing the existing zoning with the Community
Commercial (CC) zone and limiting the permitted uses as follows:
(a) Permitted uses:
- retail stores, personal service shops, restaurants;
- banks, business and professional offices;
- open storage and display of goods ancillary to a retail
store;
(b) maximum gross floor area of all buildings shall not exceed 0.30
times the lot area;
(c) minimum street yard setback 3 metres (10 feet). Patios, roof
overhangs, canopies and supporting columns can be built to the
street line;
(d) minimum 5.0 parking spaces per 100 square metres (1,076 square
feet) of gross floor area for personal service shops and retail
stores, including ancillary restaurants;
(e) Non-Accessory Signs, except Marketplace Signs, shall not be
permitted;
(C) resolve that no further notice is required regarding the change in the zone
category from Highway Commercial to Community Commercial (CC) Zone;
(D) Miscellaneous:
authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the
Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments as may be required to properly carry
out the intent of this resolution; and
(E) prior to the enactment of the Zoning By-law amendment, a Site Plan Control
approval be granted by the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings. The agreement
will be registered on title following the Zoning By-law coming into effect.
A. Councillor Altobello moved that the Scarborough Community Council recommend to
City Council the adoption of the aforementioned report, subject to adding the
following:
That Road and Traffic Services staff be requested
to undertake traffic studies to investigate speed
and volumes of traffic on McCowan Road south of
Eglinton Avenue to Kingston Road and at the
intersection of McCowan Road and Eglinton Avenue
before and after the Home Depot Store opens for
business and that any remedial measures be reported
to Scarborough Community Council for implementation,
and further, that staff ensure that the Community be
involved in the process.
B. Councillor Duguid moved that the motion of Councillor Altobello be amended to add
the following Recommendation F:
F. That the Site Plan Control
application be revised to restrict
access to the Home Depot Site to
right-out, left-in from Landmark
Boulevard.
C. Councillor Faubert moved that the motion of Councillor Altobello be amended by
adding the following:
That staff be directed to report further on the
Urban Design Guidelines that would apply to the
landscaping of this Site.
D. Councillor Ashton moved that the motion of Councillor Faubert be amended by adding
the following:
That the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings,
Scarborough, be directed to consult with the
Cliffcrest Community Association on the Urban Design
Guidelines for this site.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions, they were carried.
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The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (July 22, 1998)
from Ms. Susan Rosenthal, Barrister and Solicitor:
I act on behalf of Eglinton Bellamy Developments Inc., the owner of 2979 Eglinton Avenue
East, which is immediately east of the subject development. My client is in the process
of reviewing the revised proposal in detail, including a review of the traffic studies
prepared with respect to same which we received yesterday. As well, my client has had
discussions with your planning staff with respect to its concerns relating to the location
of open storage and display of goods, screening of the development traffic and various
transportation improvements required. My client continues to have concerns with respect
to the development as proposed and wishes to continue its discussions with both the
applicant and the planning staff to determine if said concerns can be addressed. In the
interim, my client continues to reserve its right and opportunity to comment with respect
to the application.
In addition to reserving our opportunity to further comment on the application, by this
letter I would also request to be notified of the adoption of any official plan amendment
and zoning by-law amendment with respect to the above noted property.
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (July 7, 1998) from
Mrs. Susanne Grant:
Both my husband (William Grant) and myself (Susanne Grant) are thoroughly pleased with the
idea of a Home Depot going on the location.
Everybody that we have spoken to about it are also thrilled with the idea.
Also could you please let me know when the adoptions of the proposed Official Plan
Amendment are approved.
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communications (July 10, 1998)
and (March 9, 1998) from Mr. Brian Dick for Ms. Karen Fraser, Planner - Ontario, CN
Engineering Services:
July 10, 1998
We have reviewed your letter dated 29 June 1998, regarding the above noted application and
offer no objections providing our comments dated 9 March 1998 are addressed.
March 9, 1998
We have reviewed your letter dated 12 February 1998, regarding the above noted application
and have the following comments:
1. The Owner must install and maintain at his own expense, a chain link fence of
minimum 1.83 metre height along the mutual property line.
2. Any proposed alterations to the existing drainage pattern affecting Railway
property must receive prior concurrence from the Railway and be substantiated by a
drainage report to the satisfaction of the Railway.
In addition, rail noise, vibration and safety should be considered in the design of the
development, to the satisfaction of the municipality. Appropriate mitigation measures
should be included in the Zoning By-law Amendment. CN s current guidelines recommend that
the acceptable protective measures for the land use proposed include the following:
1. A minimum 30 metre building setback from the railway right-of-way in conjunction
with an earthen berm. The berm should be 2.5 metres above grade at the property
line, having side slopes not steeper than 2.5 to 1, adjoining and parallel to the
railway right-of-way with returns at the ends.
2. We recommend that the Owner engage a consultant to undertake an analysis of noise
and vibration and to undertake appropriate measures to mitigate any adverse
effects from noise and/or vibration that were identified.
We would appreciate the opportunity to comment on any proposed modification prior to its
adoption, and ultimately, we request notice of the Amendment being approved.
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (July 6, 1998)
from Mr. Doron Altman, Landmark Properties Inc.:
Landmark Properties Inc. acts on behalf of Crane Canada Inc. in all matters related to
their distribution real estate in Canada.
Crane owns the property immediately adjoining the property which is subject to the above-
mentioned applications, namely 2937 Eglinton Avenue East. While we welcome the proposed
development by Home Depot, we are concerned that notwithstanding verbal assurances by Home
Depot and their representatives that access to the Crane property will not be impaired or
adversely affected by their plan, plans and documents were submitted to us on June 29,
1998, which regretfully are contrary to our understanding of Home Depot s plans.
The attached correspondence and plan describe the problem and our response, and are self
explanatory.
Please take note that we object to any plan which will impair or adversely affect ingress
and egress to and from the Crane property, which the property currently enjoys.
Please keep us informed of all matters related to the above-mentioned subject and address
all relevant notices, etc. directly to the undersigned.
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (July 7, 1998) from
Metropolitan Toronto Condominium Corporation No. 999, under signature of Mr. Wayne
Churchmuch, President:
We, the Board of Directors, M.T.C.C. #999, on behalf of greater than half of the majority
of unit owners of 330 McCowan Road, list of names attached, object to the siting of the
proposed building, and internal driveway configuration.
The proposed location on the site and the south driveway have a negative impact on the
residents living on the west side of McCowan Road, Toronto/Scarborough, Ontario.
(A petition containing 334 signatures in opposition to the proposed access road
entering/exiting off Landmark Boulevard, was attached to this communication, and the
original thereof is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.)
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (July 8, 1998) from
Ms. Janet Cardno, area resident:
I am a resident and owner at 15 Torrance Road. My apartment faces Eglinton Avenue and the
above noted lands. I am unable to attend the public meeting regarding the above noted
lands but I am concerned about the changes that could result if a large commercial
building is allowed to be built at the south-east corner of Eglinton Avenue and McCowan
Road.
Therefore, I would like to take this opportunity to point out some of my concerns and
objections to this proposal:
- What consideration has been given to the additional traffic in the area? With the
concrete islands that are currently in place and the railway bridge on McCowan
Road, how are the Home Depots customers going to access the store s parking lot?
We do not need another set of lights in the area (Bellamy and McCowan are very
close together at this point on Eglinton). This will only further frustrate
drivers and slow down the flow of traffic (as it has done when the new light was
installed between Warden and Pharmacy onEglinton - an industrial/commercial area -
traffic during rush hour in this area has been slowed down even further and has
increased peoples commuting time).
- Do we really need a Home Depot in this location? Scarborough currently has two
(2) Home Depots, one of which is open 24 hours. There are currently three (3)
Home Depots within a 10-15 minute drive from this location; two (2) of which I
frequent on numerous occasions (I do not mind driving 10-15 minutes to get to a
store that has what I want).
- Would this store be allowed to be open 24 hours? It is mainly a residential area
and should stay that way. If I wanted to live across the street from a large
retail/commercial store I would have purchased a home closer to one.
- Is this really a good location for such a store? Most of the immediate area is
residential (except for the small commercial plazas along Eglinton Avenue). In
the immediate area, located on three streets facing this lot, there are five
residential apartment buildings, several of which are condominiums (taxpayers) and
a new residential community has just been built south of the railway tracks
adjacent to this lot. How many of these home owners (taxpayers) anticipated
having such a large commercial building located so close to their home? I for one
did not and I am sure there are many others in my neighbourhood who did not
anticipate this!
- Eglinton Avenue is currently an extremely busy street and this area can be noisy
at times with busses, trains, etc. What consideration has been given to the
additional traffic, noise and fumes that will be caused by all of the Home Depot s
customers, delivery/transport trucks, etc.? Do the residents really want the
additional cars and large delivery/transport trucks with the extra noise, fumes,
etc., in their neighbourhood? I certainly do not!
- If a Home Depot is allowed on this corner, I am sure there will also be a very
large parking lot with lots of lighting and very few trees. An eyesore. there is
already plenty of light from the street lights and the large billboards that have
been allowed on the top of the buildings in the area. The amount of lighting in
the area can be distracting at night (even from the eleventh floor).
- This land is currently undeveloped and is presently covered with grass, trees and
bushes. It is one of the small, green spaces left in the area.
- There is a large natural pond on this property which I have seen children use
for skating in the winter and I have seen ducks use during the spring and summer
months. This does not happen in the ravine located down the street and it is
certainly nice to see in the city.
- By allowing such a store in this location, I believe that it will:
- bring the value of my condominium/my home down;
- increase the amount of traffic in the area;
- increase the amount of noise and fumes in the area; and
- decrease my enjoyment of my home and my neighbourhood.
- By allowing a Home Depot in this location it will not enhance my neighbourhood nor
will in enhance Scarborough in general. Scarborough s residents home shopping
needs are currently serviced by other Home Depots (as mentioned above) and other
stores which provide the same products.
- The only advantage Scarborough (or the Mega City ) will gain is the additional
tax revenue which I do not believe out-weighs the disadvantages and inconveniences
for the neighbourhood and current taxpayers.
When I purchased my condominium, I did not anticipate having such an eyesore located
directly across the street from my home. Part of the green space that existed when I
purchased my home has already been built on (a small residential community). I do not
think that a Home Depot store is needed in this area nor do I believe that most of my
neighbours want such a large commercial complex in our neighbourhood.
For the good of the existing neighbourhood, I strongly urge the Scarborough Community
Council to reject this proposal.
As I am unable to attend the public meeting scheduled for July 22, 1998, kindly ensure
that my concerns are forwarded to the Scarborough Community Council so that they can be
taken into consideration before a decision is made.
I would also ask that a copy of the Committee s decision be mailed to my attention.
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (June 30, 1998)
from Mr. Rae MacDonald, area resident:
I am very unhappy to hear that Home Depot is planning to build another huge store across
the street - I have lived on Torrance Avenue at least 16 years now and have always admired
that vacant, little, wilderness area where the site is planned.
It is a perfect area for birds, ducks, frogs, all types of wild life, I am sure. Now what
in hell do we need another ugly Home Depot type structure in there for.
Across the tracks was another beautiful wilderness area, but not any more; now we have
ugly new housing, or whatever.
I used to go for walks through there, and it really felt like a small bit of country in
the city. I guess big mega cities have to have big mega businesses to succeed today.
We do not need Home Depot in this spot. Leave it vacant, do not cut the grass, in other
words; leave it alone. Scarborough does not have to look like other cities - be different
- leave whatever wilderness areas we have, wilderness areas. These are my comments,
perhaps not what many people like to hear, but this is the way I feel about it.
The following persons appeared before the Community Council in connection with the
foregoing matter:
- Ms. Roslyn Houser, Solicitor for the applicant, expressing support for the staff
recommendations; and
- Mr. Douglas Grigg, President, Cliffcrest Community Association, requesting
deferral of this application because the community has not been fully advised of
the potential impact of this proposal, particularly on traffic on McCowan Road.
Mr. Grigg indicated that it is his understanding that the community is not against
the development, but requests assurance from Community Council that Roads and
Traffic staff will conduct a traffic study in the area.
(Clause No. 24, Report No. 7)
331. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Official Plan Amendment Application SP98008,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application SZ98013,
Kopas Management and Development Incorporated,
565 Kennedy Road, Kennedy Park Community,
Ward 15 - Scarborough City Centre
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (June 23, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(A) Official Plan
amend the Kennedy Park Community Secondary Plan with respect to the lands at 565
Kennedy Road, being Lot 7, Registered Plan 3705, by deleting the existing Highway
Commercial designation and replacing it with a Medium Density Residential
designation.
(B) Zoning By-law
amend the Kennedy Park Community Zoning By-law, as amended, with respect to the
lands at 565 Kennedy Road, being Lot 7, Registered Plan 3705, as follows:
(1) Permitted Use: Multiple-Family Residential;
(2) one suite (individual dwelling unit) per 212 m² (2282 square feet) of lot
area, to a maximum of nine (9) units;
(3) minimum front yard setback of 3 metres (10 feet);
(4) minimum setback of 3.6 metres (12 feet) from side street for buildings
erected on corner lots;
(5) minimum side yard setback of 6.4 metres (21 feet);
(6) minimum rear yard setback of 1.5 metres (5 feet);
(7) maximum building coverage of 50 percent of the lot area;
(C) Site Plan:
support the concept to permit conversion of the existing commercial plaza into
nine (9) apartment units with 12 on-site parking spaces and associated out door
amenity areas at 565 Kennedy Road, as indicated on the drawing entitled Proposed
Site Plan (Figure 3) dated April 20, 1998, and Elevation Plans - Building A
(Figure 4) and Elevation Plans - Building B (Figure 5) dated April 21, 1998,
subject to the following conditions:
(1) all refuse is to be contained within the building;
(2) site lighting is to be constructed such that the angle of illumination does
not extend onto the public street;
(3) all mechanical and equipment located on the roof must be screened or
integrated into the profile of the building to the satisfaction of the
Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, and change to the roof line as
denoted on the drawing shall constitute a change to the site plan, which
must have the prior written approval of the Commissioner of Planning and
Buildings;
(4) all work required by this agreement is to be completed within 2 years from
the date the agreement is registered on title; and
(D) authorize any unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the Zoning
By-law Amendment as may be required to give effect to this resolution.
Councillor Mahood moved that the Scarborough
Community Council recommend to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
Upon the question of the adoption of Councillor Mahood s motion, the vote was
taken, as follows:
Yeas: Councillors Balkissoon, Berardinetti, Kelly, Mahood -4
Nays: Councillors Altobello, Ashton -2
Decided in the affirmative by a majority of 2.
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Mr. Scott Dawson, representing the applicant, appeared before the Community Council and
expressed support for the staff recommendation.
(Clause No. 23, Report No. 7)
332. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97058,
2351 Kennedy Road Incorporated,
2351 Kennedy Road, Tam O Shanter Community,
Ward 17 - Scarborough Agincourt
Community Council conducted a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17 and
Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of this meeting having been given in
accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations thereunder; and had before it a
report (June 30, 1998) of the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough
recommending that City Council:
(A) Zoning By-law:
amend the Tam O Shanter Community Zoning By-law Number 12360, as amended, with
respect to 2351 Kennedy Road, being Part of Lot 28, Concession 3, by deleting the
current Highway Commercial (HC) zoning and introducing a Residential/Employment
(RE) Zone in the Tam O Shanter Community as follows:
(1) Permitted Uses: Residential dwelling units and Residential/Employment
Units;
Residential/Employment Units means a dwelling unit which may be combined
with one or more of the following non-residential uses:
(a) offices;
(b) financial institutions;
(c) retail stores (excluding food preparation and excluding food
consumption on site);
(d) personal service shops;
(e) service shops and agencies (excluding auto-related service shops);
(f) studios;
(g) educational facilities;
(h) day nurseries;
occupied and operated by one or more persons residing in the dwelling unit;
(2) maximum 78 residential dwelling units including a maximum of 27 ground floor
related Residential/Employment Units;
(3) maximum of 93 m² (1000 square feet) gross floor area of non-residential uses,
shall be delineated and separated from the dwelling unit by solid partition walls
and limited to the ground floor, may be combined within each
Residential/Employment Unit;
(4) maximum total gross floor area of non-residential uses 930 m² (10,000 square
feet);
(5) minimum 1 m² (11 square feet) of indoor recreational floor space per dwelling
unit;
(6) minimum building setback 3 metres (10 feet) from the street line, excluding
decorative entrance features which may project into the minimum required setback;
(7) maximum number of storeys, excluding parking levels, chimneys, skylights, vents,
antennae, elevator machine rooms, rooftop mechanical equipment and penthouse, and
parapet walls: 3 storeys;
(8) Clause VI-Provisions for all Zones, Sub-Clause 6, Coverage, shall not apply.
(9) minimum parking requirements:
(a) 1.2 parking spaces per dwelling unit, of which 0.2 spaces per dwelling unit
shall be reserved for visitors.
(b) the greater of :
(i) 2.4 parking spaces per Residential/Employment Unit, of which 1.4
spaces per Residential/Employment Unit shall be reserved for
visitors, or
(ii) 1 parking space per Residential/Employment Unit plus 4 spaces per
100 m² (1076 square feet) gross floor area of non-residential uses
within each Residential/Employment Unit;
(B) Matters Under Section 42 of The Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990:
enact a By-law under the provisions of Section 42(3) of the Planning Act, R.S.O.
1990, to require that parkland or cash in lieu be conveyed at the of rate of 1
hectare for every 300 dwelling units; and
(C) authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the Zoning
By-law amendment as may be required to properly carry out the intent of this
resolution.
On a motion by Councillor Mahood, the Scarborough
Community Council recommended to City Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report, subject to
the following amendments to Recommendation (A)
Zoning By-law, Permitted Uses :
(1) delete (1)(b) financial institutions and renumber the remaining Permitted
Uses accordingly;
(2) strike out in (1)(g), the words educational facilities and insert in lieu
thereof: tutorial facilities limited to a maximum of five (5) students ;
and
(3) add the following new Recommendations Nos. (10) and (11) under (A) Zoning
By-law:
(10) the total gross floor area of medical and dental offices
combined shall not exceed 186 square metres (2,000 square
feet) and shall not occupy more than four (4)
Residential/Employment Units;
(11) the total gross floor area of tutorial facilities shall not
exceed 186 square metres (2,000 square feet) and shall not
occupy more than four (4) Residential/Employment Units.
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Mr. Henry Chiu, Architect for the project, appeared before the Community Council and
expressed support for the staff recommendations, and also indicated his agreement to the
proposed amendments.
(Clause No. 27, Report No. 7)
333. Request for Direction,
Minor Variance Appeal,
3173763 Canada Incorporated,
East Side of Warden Avenue, North of Metropolitan Road,
Ward 14 - Scarborough Wexford
The Community Council had before it a report (July 3, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, recommending that City Council direct the City
Solicitor to attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in support of the Committee s
decision with respect to Minor Variance Application SA50/98 by 3173763 Canada
Incorporated.
A. Councillor Tzekas moved that the report from the Commissioner of Planning and
Buildings, Scarborough, dated July 3, 1998, be amended by:
(1) striking out the staff recommendation; and
(2) recommending that City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the
Ontario Municipal Board hearing.
Councillor Berardinetti vacated the chair and appointed Councillor Mahood as Acting Chair.
Councillor Berardinetti resumed the Chair.
B. Councillor Mahood moved that the report from the Commissioner of Planning and
Buildings, Scarborough, dated July 3, 1998, be amended by:
(1) striking out the staff recommendation; and
(2) recommending that City Council take no action on
this matter.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion A. by Councillor Tzekas, it was
not carried.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion B. by Councillor Mahood, it was
carried.
(Clause No. 30, Report No. 7)
334. Ontario Municipal Board Appeal - Group Homes
The Community Council had before it a report (July 14, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, advising Community Council of the status of the
subject appeal, as requested by Community Council at its last meeting, and recommending
that staff report further on this issue to the Urban Environment and Development Committee
in the last quarter of 1998.
A. Councillor Mahood moved that the Scarborough Community Council recommend to City
Council that it direct that the Ontario Municipal Board Appeal by the former
Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto with respect to Group Homes, be withdrawn.
B. Councillor Ashton moved that the Scarborough Community Council request that City
Council request the Ontario Municipal Board to defer the hearing with respect to
Group Homes in order for the City of Toronto to establish a position with respect
to the appeals filed by the Catholic Childrens Aid Society and the St. Leonard s
Society of Metropolitan Toronto, and further, that the report to be submitted to
Urban Environment and Development Committee in the last quarter of 1998 be
submitted to the Scarborough Community Council for comment to the Urban
Environment and Development Committee.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions, they were carried.
(Clause No. 15, Report No. 7)
335. Status Report - Abandoned CP Rail Spur Corridor,
Lawrence Avenue to South of Canadian Road (West of Warden),
Ward 14 - Scarborough Wexford
The Community Council had before it a report (July 14, 1998) from the Commissioner of
Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, advising Community Council of the status of the
abandoned CP Rail Spur Corridor lands located in the Ward 14 area, as requested by
Community Council at its last meeting, and recommending that this report be received for
information.
A. Councillor Tzekas moved that the report of the Commissioner of Planning and
Buildings, Scarborough, dated July 14, 1998, be received, and further, that staff
of the Urban Planning and Development Services Department be requested to report
further on Toronto Council s expressed interest in the potential use of the
Corridor for bicycle trail purposes.
B. Councillor Ashton moved that the motion of Councillor Tzekas be amended by adding
the following: That the City Solicitor be directed to report in Camera on the
ability of the City to expropriate these lands.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions, they were carried.
(Clause No. 17, Report No. 7)
336. Procedure Required to Close Faulkland Road,
North of Leahurst Drive,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
The Community Council had before it a report (July 16, 1998) from the Director of Road and
Traffic Services, Scarborough, responding to a request from Councillor Altobello and
further toa direction from City Council, during its consideration of the proposed TTC bus
facility at Comstock Road and Lebovic Avenue, that staff report on the process for closing
Faulkland Road, and recommending that this report be received for the information of
Community Council and City Council.
On a motion by Councillor Ashton, the Community Council referred
the aforementioned report back to staff with a request that they
report further on means of controlling undesirable traffic on
Faulkland Road.
(Clause No. 38(e), Report No. 7)
The Community Council recessed at 5:14 p.m.
The Community Council reconvened at 7:45 p.m.
Members Present:
Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Chair
Councillor Gerry Altobello
Councillor Brian Ashton
Councillor Raymond Cho
Councillor Brad Duguid
Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Norm Kelly
Councillor Doug Mahood
Councillor Mike Tzekas
337. City-Owned Property on Danforth Avenue,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
The Community Council had before it a communication (July 22, 1998) from Councillor Gerry
Altobello:
I would appreciate Community Council s consideration of the following:
WHEREAS the City is the owner of a linear piece of property measuring approximately 189
metres by 31 metres with an area of approximately .5 hectares located on the south side of
Danforth Avenue east of Eastwood Avenue and west of Birchmount Road in Ward 13 Scarborough
Bluffs, Birchcliff Community; and
WHEREAS the property has a significant grade differential (approximately 10 metres)
sloping southward from Danforth Road to the rear lot line of the single family dwellings
on Rhydwen Avenue; and
WHEREAS the subject property is designated Residential Low Density in the Official Plan of
the former City of Scarborough and is zoned Single Family S in the Birchcliff Community
Zoning By-law; and
WHEREAS there is considerable doubt as to whether the subject property could be developed
for uses intended by the Official Plan and Zoning By-law and further that access to
Danforth Avenue is highly unlikely due to the changes in grade; and
WHEREAS it is appropriate to consider the best use of this land as open space in
accordance with the Major Open Spaces zone in the Birchcliff Community Zoning By-law; now
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that City Council direct staff to introduce changes to the
Official Plan and Zoning By-law of the former City of Scarborough to effect an Open Space
use of the subject lands.
Councillor Gerry Altobello,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs.
On a motion by Councillor Altobello, the Scarborough Community
Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the
aforementioned recommendation, subject to adding the following:
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that City Council direct
the Corporate Services Committee not to authorize
the sale of this property subject to review by the
Urban Planning and Development Services Department.
(Clause No. 37, Report No. 7)
338. Public Meeting under The Planning Act,
Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z97061,
Juhan Holdings Inc.,
5739, 5741, 5743 and 5745 Finch Avenue East - Malvern Community,
Ward 18 - Scarborough Malvern
(Refer also to Minute No. 262)
The Community Council continued the statutory public meeting on the subject application,
in accordance with Section 17 and Section 34 of The Planning Act; appropriate notice of
this meeting having been given in accordance with The Planning Act and the regulations
thereunder; and had before it the following reports:
(a) (April 20, 1998) from the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough,
recommending that City Council:
(A) Zoning By-law
amend the Malvern Community Zoning By-law Number 14402, as amended, with
respect to the lands located at 5739-5745 Finch Avenue, being Block B,
Registered Plan M-1667, as follows:
(1) delete the contents of the existing Exception and replace it as
follows:
(a) only the following uses are permitted:
(1) Day Nurseries;
(2) Financial Institutions;
(3) Laundromats;
(4) Laundry and Dry Cleaning Pick-ups;
(5) Offices;
(6) Personal Service Shops;
(7) Restaurants;
(8) Sale of drugs, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and tobaccos;
(9) Sale of household hardware;
(2) add the following development standards:
(a) minimum of 2.3 parking spaces per 100 m² (1,076 square feet) of
gross floor area for all uses except for Day Nurseries and
Restaurants;
(b) minimum driveway width shall be 5.8 metres (19 feet) for two way
traffic; and
B. Miscellaneous
authorize such unsubstantive technical, stylistic or format changes to the
Zoning By-law amendment as may be required to properly carry out the intent
of this resolution.
(b) (June 19, 1998) from the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough,
providing, in response to Community Council s request at its May 27th meeting, a
report on the results of the further consultation with the community, and
recommending approval of the recommendation contained in the Commissioner s report
dated April 20, 1998.
(c) (June 18, 1998) from the Director of Road and Traffic Services, Scarborough,
recommending that City Council:
(1) not consider physical traffic calming measures for Baldoon Road at this
time; and
(2) direct staff to conduct up-to-date traffic counts and speed surveys for
Baldoon Road, and submit a report to Scarborough Community Council in the
fall of 1998 indicating appropriate mitigating measures, as required.
Councillor Cho moved that the report from the
Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough,
dated April 20, 1998, be amended as follows:
(1) strike out the staff recommendation;
and
(2) recommend that City Council refuse
this application.
Upon the question of the adoption of Councillor Cho s motion, the vote was taken,
as follows:
Yeas: Councillors Altobello, Ashton, Balkissoon, Berardinetti, Cho, Duguid,
Faubert, Kelly, Mahood, Tzekas -10
Nays: Nil
Decided unanimously in the affirmative.
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (June 10, 1998)
from Brian and Deborah Mee, area residents:
We are adamantly opposed to any 24 hour type operation proposed for this vacant Finch
Avenue location. We believe this would attract criminal gangs that currently operate in
Metro Toronto as this location is remote and isolated and this location would be ideal for
them. Secondly, I don t think this location warrants a 24 hour operation from a business
point of view as there is not a high traffic location during the midnight hours.
The proposal for a new driveway has merit; however, I would make this for entering only or
entering and only eastbound exiting, not westbound exiting. I live in the neighbourhood
and use Baldoon to exit on to Finch west to go to work so I am quite familiar with the
traffic patterns around this location.
Also, you may want to consider the bus traffic at this intersection especially when the
buses park at the stop and stand there or visit the current hamburg store there. Perhaps
a traffic light would be warranted at Baldoon and Finch.
In closing, we re not opposed to commercial development at this location. It s just the
hours of operation that concern us.
The Scarborough Community Council received the following communication (July 10, 1998)
from the workers at 5633 Finch Avenue East:
We, the workers at 5633 Finch Avenue East, are strongly concerned about the application
Z97061-S97152 which will change the zoning by-law at 5739-45 Finch Avenue East. In this
letter, we strongly express our feelings against this application.
We are afraid that this change will cause traffic chaos. Finch Avenue is a major road. A
large number of vehicles pass by here every day, especially in rush hour. This small
plaza just stands at the corner of the traffic lights of Finchdene and Baldoon Road.
There are two bus stops, traffic lights and the entrance to Baldoon Road from Finch Avenue
here. If another entrance is just a few metres away from Baldoon Road, this area must get
big traffic jams in rush hours. Therefore, we do not agree with this application since we
pass by here every day.
The following persons appeared before the Community Council in connection with the
foregoing matter:
- Mr. Ed Fleury, Solicitor for the applicant, expressing support for the staff
recommendations, and drawing to the attention of the Community Council that
neighbourhood concerns respecting crime or theft have nothing to do with his
client s application, and with respect to the parking issue, indicating that there
are more than sufficient parking spaces for the uses proposed;
- Mr. Zahir Ismail, area resident, expressing opposition and concerns about possible
increased traffic impacting the neighbourhood as a result of this application;
- Mr. Brian Mae, area resident, expressing opposition and concerns that the parking
spaces proposed for this application may not be sufficient and will result in
overflow parking into the neighbouring streets;
- Ms. Alison Dantos, area resident, expressing opposition and concerns that the
proposal may exacerbate problems already existing in the plaza respecting drug
dealing and theft and may encourage further loitering and generally inhibit public
safety in the area;
- Ms. Janet Anderson, area resident, expressing opposition and concerns that the
applicant may be able to obtain a Liquor License for these premises;
- Ms. Flavia Dantos, area resident, expressing opposition and advising that the
other retail premises in this plaza have been robbed more than once;
- Ms. Pamela Foster, area resident and Member of Malvern Family Resource Centre,
expressing opposition and concerns that this proposal could be a magnet for young
people in the area because of the lack of recreational opportunities available to
them;
- Mr. Jaswinder Shoker, area resident, expressing opposition and tabling a petition
containing 85 signatures against this proposal;
- Ms. Lisa Fleming, area resident, expressing opposition and concerns about the
negative impact this proposal would have on the community;
- Mr. Rajiv Parikh, area resident, expressing opposition and advising of his
agreement with the foregoing concerns.
In addition to the petition referred to above which was tabled by Mr. Shoker, and the two
foregoing letters of objection, the Community Council also received 18 comment sheets
from the Community Information meeting held on Tuesday, June 9, 1998, all generally in
opposition to the proposal, and a 27 signature petition of support, all of which were
provided to Members of The Scarborough Community Council, and the originals of which are
on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
(Clause No. 29, Report No. 7)
339. Ontario Municipal Board Hearing,
John and Bernadette Hughes, 24 Parkcrest Drive,
Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs
The Community Council had before it a report (July 16, 1998) from the City Solicitor
advising Community Council of the decision of the Ontario Municipal Board respecting the
subject appeal against a Committee of Adjustment refusal of a minor variance application,
and recommending that this report be received for information.
On a motion by Councillor Altobello, the Scarborough Community
Council recommended to City Council:
(1) that the City Solicitor be directed to request the
Chairman of the Ontario Municipal Board to request
Chairman Hubbard to clarify her decision to deal
more fully with the evidence and argument presented
by the City and the residents respecting this
matter; and
(2) that the City Solicitor be authorized, following
consultation with the Ward Councillors, if he is not
satisfied with the response of the Ontario Municipal
Board, to request a re-hearing.
(Clause No. 16, Report No. 7)
340. Ontario Hydro Corridor (Graywood Investments/Norstar),
Ontario Municipal Board Hearing
(Refer also to Minute Nos. 267, 268 and 269)
The Community Council had before it the following confidential reports:
(July 20, 1998) from the City Solicitor regarding Ontario Hydro Corridor - Graywood
Investments Limited/Norstar Investments - Ontario Municipal Board Hearing.
(July 20, 1998) from the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, regarding
Plans of Subdivision for the Former Ontario Hydro Corridor - L Amoreaux and Sullivan
Communities - Scarborough Agincourt and Scarborough Wexford.
(July 20, 1998) from the Commissioner of Planning and Buildings, Scarborough, regarding
Alternative Plans of Subdivision for the Former Ontario Hydro Corridor - Maryvale and
Dorset Park Communities - Scarborough Wexford and Scarborough City Centre.
(July 21, 1998) from the Director of Road and Traffic Services, Scarborough, regarding
Ontario Hydro Surplus Lands, Works and Emergency Services Department Study, directed by
Council on July 8, 1998 - Scarborough Agincourt, Scarborough Wexford, Scarborough City
Centre.
(July 20, 1998) from the Interim Contact, Scarborough Community Council, regarding Ontario
Municipal Board Hearing, Ontario Hydro (Graywood Investments Limited/Norstar) Appeals.
A. Councillor Ashton moved that the Community Council allow speakers on this matter,
provided the speakers are limited to four.
B. Councillor Faubert moved that the motion of Councillor Ashton be amended by adding
the following: That the speakers be limited to the five minutes each and no
questions of them be permitted.
The following persons appeared before the Community Council to express their support for
the possible future acquisition of Hydro Corridor lands for parkland and recreational
uses:
- Mr. Ronald Brown, representing Wishing Well area residents;
- Ms. Sheryl Saunders, President of the North Bridlewood Residents Association
;
- Ms. Linda Wheeler, representing residents in the area affected south of Highway
401; and
- Mr. Phillip Egginton, President of the Bridlewood Community Association.
Councillor Faubert moved that the Community Council recess to meet privately in order to
receive legal advice with respect to the foregoing matter, which was carried.
The Community Council recessed at 9:25 p.m. to meet in private session to receive
legal advice.
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The Community Council met in-camera to receive legal advice.
Members present:
Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Chair
Councillor Brian Ashton
Councillor Raymond Cho
Councillor Brad Duguid
Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Norm Kelly
Councillor Doug Mahood
Councillor Sherene Shaw
Councillor Mike Tzekas
Councillor Berardinetti in the Chair.
The Community Council recessed its private meeting at 10:00 p.m. and immediately
reconvened in public session with the following Members being in attendance:
Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Chair
Councillor Brian Ashton
Councillor Bas Balkissoon
Councillor Raymond Cho
Councillor Brad Duguid
Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Norm Kelly
Councillor Doug Mahood
Councillor Sherene Shaw
Councillor Mike Tzekas
Councillor Shaw moved that the Scarborough Community Council continue past 10:00
p.m. to complete this matter.
Upon the question of the adoption of Councillor Shaw s motion, the vote was taken, as
follows:
Yeas: Councillors Ashton, Balkissoon, Berardinetti, Cho, Duguid, Kelly, Mahood, Tzekas,
Shaw -9
Nays: Nil
Decided unanimously in the affirmative.
The Community Council reconvened in-camera to receive further legal advice.
Members Present:
Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Chair
Councillor Brian Ashton
Councillor Bas Balkissoon
Councillor Raymond Cho
Councillor Brad Duguid
Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Norm Kelly
Councillor Doug Mahood
Councillor Sherene Shaw
Councillor Mike Tzekas
Councillor Berardinetti in the Chair.
The Community Council adjourned its private meeting and immediately reconvened in public
session with the following Members being in attendance:
Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Chair
Councillor Brian Ashton
Councillor Bas Balkissoon
Councillor Raymond Cho
Councillor Brad Duguid
Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Norm Kelly
Councillor Doug Mahood
Councillor Sherene Shaw
Councillor Mike Tzekas
Councillor Berardinetti in the Chair.
On a motion by Councillor Berardinetti, the
Scarborough Community Council deferred the foregoing
matter to a Special Meeting of the Scarborough
Community Council to be convened prior to July 29,
1998, and requested that the affected Councillors
discuss this matter further with staff in the
interim.
(Clause No. 38(v), Report No. 7)
341. The Community Council adjourned its meeting at 10:45 p.m.
Chair.
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