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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCA Agenda - 2018-06-19COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT UNFINISHED BUSINESS AGENDA June 19, 2018 - 9:30 a.m. MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATIONS 1. Submission No.: A 2018-029 Applicant: Emmanuel Bible College Property Location: 110, 130 and 136 Fergus Avenue Leaal Description: Lot 54. Part Farm Lot. Plan 589 and Part Lot 56. Plan 690 Permission to construct a multi -residential development on the severed land referenced in Consent Application B 2017-040 having a 102 unit, four -storey residential apartment building and 35 townhouse units on lands designated under the City's Official Plan as Institutional and Low Rise Residential having a maximum building height for the apartment building of 12.5m rather than the permitted maximum height of 10.5m; easterly and westerly side yard setbacks of 6m rather than the required 6.25m; a maximum Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 0.853 rather than the permitted FSR of 0.6; to permit 171 off-street parking spaces (1.25 spaces/per unit) rather than the required 206 off-street parking spaces (1.5 spaces/per unit); and, to provide 34 visitor parking spaces (17% of the required parking) rather than the required 41 visitor parking spaces (20% of the required parking). 2. Submission No.: A 2018-045 Applicant: Christian Tosa Property Location: 46 Paige Street Legal Description: Lot 42, Registered Plan 58M-411 Permission for a single detached dwelling under construction to have a building height of 11.5m rather than the maximum permitted height of 10.5m. Staff Repod Development Services Department l K.[Tr:��rF,R www kitchener. ca REPORT TO: Committee of Adjustment DATE OF MEETING: June 19, 2018 SUBMITTED BY: Alain Pinard, Director of Planning 519-741-2200 ext. 7319 PREPARED BY: Craig Dumart, Junior Planner 519-741-2200 ext. 7073 WARD: 2 DATE OF REPORT: June 4, 2018 REPORT NUMBER: Follow up to CSD -18-061 SUBJECT: Application #: A2018-029,110,130, & 136 Fergus Avenue Applicant: Paul Leveck Refuse On March 20, 2018, the Committee of Adjustment deferred consideration of application A2018- 029 requesting relief from: (1) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a maximum building height of 12.5 metres for a free standing multiple dwelling whereas a maximum building height of 10.5 metres for a free standing multiple dwelling is permitted; (2) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a side yard setback of 6.0 metres whereas a minimum of 6.25 metres is required; (3) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a maximum floor space ratio (FSR) of 0.853 for a free standing multiple dwelling whereas the Zoning By-law allows a maximum FSR of 0.6; (4) Section 6.1.2.a) to allow parking at a rate of 1.25 spaces per unit (total of 171 parking spaces) rather than the required parking rate of 1.5 spaces per unit; and (5) Section 6.1.2 (b)(vi)(b) to permit a required visitor parking rate of 17% (34 spaces for 137 units) rather than the required 20% until September 18, 2018 or until such time as an opportunity to work with staff regarding concerns outlined in the staff report. The applicant is at an impasse with staff and has not revised the proposed development to conform to the Official Plan, or comply with the Zoning By-law. Furthermore, the applicant's latest proposal does not address servicing constraints which are typically managed by way of a holding provision under Section 36 of the Planning Act. A Site Plan application was submitted May 17, 2018 after the Minor Variance application was rescheduled at the request of the applicant. On May 31, 2018, the Site Plan application was circulated to all commenting divisions and agencies. Planning Staff informed the applicant that staff may not be able to process the application in the timelines prescribed in the Planning Act without the complete submission requirements as outlined in the "Site Plan Application Staff Repod Development Services Department l K.[Tr:��rF,R www kitchener. ca Completeness Requirement Letter" and the record of pre -submission. Planning staff remain supportive of the refusal as recommended in CSD Report -18-061. Craig Dumart, BES, MCIP, RPP Junior Planner Attachments Alain Pinard. MA, MCIP, RPP Director of Planning Appendix "A" — Site Plan Application Completeness Requirement Letter Appendix "B" — CSD Report -061 J Staff Report KIT[ HEI�TER Community Services Department www.kitchenerca REPORT TO: DATE OF MEETING SUBMITTED BY: PREPARED BY: WARD: DATE OF REPORT: REPORT # SUBJECT: Committee of Adjustment March 20, 2018 Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 Craig Dumart, Junior Planner- 519-741-2200 ext. 7073 2 March 9, 2018 CSD -18-061 Application #: A2018-029,110,130, & 136 Fergus Avenue Applicant: Paul Leveck Refuse Subject Properties • 7 D '7Q1 Location Map: 110, RECOMMENDATION 91 �`` Lr • ' f .. 130, & 136 Fergus Avenue .? That application A2018-029 requesting relief from: (1) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a maximum building height of 12.5 metres for a free standing multiple dwelling whereas a maximum building height of 10.5 metres for a free standing multiple dwelling is permitted. (2) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a side yard setback of 6.0 metres whereas a minimum of 6.25 metres is required. (3) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a maximum floor space ratio (FSR) of 0.853 for a free standing multiple dwelling whereas the Zoning By-law allows a maximum FSR of 0.6. (4) Section 6.1.2.a) to allow parking at a rate of 1.25 spaces per unit (total of 171 parking spaces) rather than the required parking rate of 1.5 spaces per unit. (5) Section 6.1.2 (b)(vi)(b) to permit a required visitor parking rate of 17% (34 spaces for 137 units) rather than the required 20%, be refused. Ili? Evangelical <y � h.liss ionary Church =136 Camila East gistd t v 1 U � 119 Emm �nu�l Eil:•la Subject Properties • 7 D '7Q1 Location Map: 110, RECOMMENDATION 91 �`` Lr • ' f .. 130, & 136 Fergus Avenue .? That application A2018-029 requesting relief from: (1) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a maximum building height of 12.5 metres for a free standing multiple dwelling whereas a maximum building height of 10.5 metres for a free standing multiple dwelling is permitted. (2) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a side yard setback of 6.0 metres whereas a minimum of 6.25 metres is required. (3) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a maximum floor space ratio (FSR) of 0.853 for a free standing multiple dwelling whereas the Zoning By-law allows a maximum FSR of 0.6. (4) Section 6.1.2.a) to allow parking at a rate of 1.25 spaces per unit (total of 171 parking spaces) rather than the required parking rate of 1.5 spaces per unit. (5) Section 6.1.2 (b)(vi)(b) to permit a required visitor parking rate of 17% (34 spaces for 137 units) rather than the required 20%, be refused. REPORT: Planning Comments The subject properties are municipally addressed as 110, 130, and 136 Fergus Avenue. The portion of the subject lands addressed as 110 Fergus Avenue (the severed land referenced in Consent Application B 2017-040) is currently developed with a post -secondary school campus that consists of a religious institution (chapel), an administrative office building, a campus centre (restaurant/cafeteria for students) and residential lodging houses (dorms) for the students. The subject properties municipally addressed as 130 and 136 Fergus Avenue are currently developed with two single detached dwellings. The applicant is proposing to demolish the existing institutional campus buildings on 110 Fergus Avenue and demolish the two existing single detached dwellings on 130 and 136 Fergus Avenue to redevelop the site with a 4 storey 102 unit multiple dwelling building and 35 townhouse units. The proposed development has split zoning across the subject lands and a split Official Plan designation. 110 Fergus Avenue and 130 Fergus Avenue are zoned 1-2 (Community Institutional Zone) with Special Use Provision 103U in the Zoning By-law and 136 Fergus Avenue is zoned Residential Four Zone at the front half of the property and zoned 1-2 (Community Institutional Zone) with Special Use Provision 103U at the rear of the property. 110 Fergus Avenue is designated `Institutional' in the Official Plan and 130 and 136 Fergus Avenue are designated `Low Rise Residential' in the Official Plan. Prematurity On November 28, 2017 planning staff met with the applicants at a pre -submission meeting to discuss a proposed site plan for the subject lands. At the meeting staff identified that parkland dedication would be required and that a Tree Management Plan would also be required to define the development envelope for the proposal. This is necessary to calculate floor space ratio, setbacks, and parking. Tree Management Plan Site Plan Pre -submission comment: The entire property (100, 110, 130 & 136 Fergus Ave) was the recipient of a LEAF grant in 2009. Part of the grant was to improve the sugar maples / forest on the property. In 2010, approx. 133 trees were planted throughout the property. In light of the treed nature of the entire property staff require the completion of a Tree Preservation / Enhancement Plan (maximizing tree retention) consistent with the requirements of the City of Kitchener's Council -adopted Tree Management Policy to determine what trees should remain. Parkland Dedication Site Plan Pre -submission Comment: The City of Kitchener has identified a gap in neighbourhood parkland delivery within this community. Increasing residential density through infill will exacerbate the lack of public park access. As a result should the lands be redeveloped for more intensive residential development, the City would pursue the park dedication requirement through land dedication in conjunction with the applicant to find mutually beneficial recreational land opportunities. At this time, the preferred location of public open space would front Fergus Ave. along the eastern border. The size of the potential public park will potentially be the maximum allowable per dedication requirements. The size of the park would define it as a "parkette" or "urban green", and operations staff have identified a minimum size of 0.0871 hectares with the balance of the dedication to be considered as cash -in -lieu of land. The City is open to working with the applicant to determine the most beneficial size, shape and alignment. Planning staff advised the applicant on January 17, 2018, that a minor variance application is premature until both the Tree Management Plan is completed and the parkland dedication determined. Once these issues are addressed, City staff will be able to confirm the developable area as it will be known how much land needs to be dedicated for parkland and the status of the woodlot. Once we have this information, staff will review a revised site plan and determine what variances are required based on the developable area. Without this information it is uncertain what land area can be developed and therefore variances cannot be determined at this time. Servicing Constraints Engineering staff have identified servicing concerns with the increased floor space ratio and building height as it results in more density to the site. This site falls within the Montgomery - Freeport sanitary catchment. This area is presently under a development freeze as additional capacity is not available until the forcemain is completed. The increased density on site must be considered through a zone change process as a holding provision is required to permit additional development and could not be removed until the commissioning of the new forcemains. Accordingly, the lands are identified as a priority C in Kitchener's Growth Management Plan, a rating that is assigned to lands deemed premature. Despite staffs' advice, the applicant submitted an application requesting relief as follows: (1) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a maximum building height of 12.5 metres for a free standing multiple dwelling whereas a maximum building height of 10.5 metres for a free standing multiple dwelling is permitted. (2) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a side yard setback of 6.0 metres whereas a minimum of 6.25 metres is required. (3) Section 32.3.5 of the Zoning By-law to permit a maximum floor space ratio (FSR) of 0.853 for a free standing multiple dwelling whereas the Zoning By-law allows a maximum FSR of 0.6. (4) Section 6.1.2.a) to allow parking at a rate of 1.25 spaces per unit (total of 171 parking spaces) rather than the required parking rate of 1.5 spaces per unit. (5) Section 6.1.2 (b)(vi)(b) to permit a required visitor parking rate of 17% (34 spaces for 137 units) rather than the required 20%. City Planning staff conducted a site i on of the property on February 27, 2018. J Existing institutional campus buildings at 110 Fergus Avenue a Existing single detached dwellings at 130 Fergus Avenue & 136 Fergus Avenue. Four Tests In considering the four tests for minor variances as outlined in Section 45(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990 Chap. P. 13, as amended, Planning staff offers the following comments for the retained lands: Official Plan The subject properties are designated Institutional (110 Fergus Avenue) and Low Rise Residential (130 and 136 Fergus Avenue) in the City's Official Plan. The Institutional designation provides for a full range of institutional uses that are primarily of a community or regional scale including cemeteries, community facilities (e.g. auditoriums, community centres, libraries, sports and/or recreation facilities), cultural facilities, day care facilities, educational establishments, funeral homes, hospitals, heath offices and clinics, medical laboratories, religious institutions, residential care facilities, social services establishments and studio/artisan- related uses (policy 15.D.7.6). While the `Institutional' land use designation of these lands are in effect, the implementing policies including specific uses are under appeal (section 15.D.7). While policies of the 2014 Official Plan are under appeal the City can refer to parallel policies from the 1994 Official Plan until such time as the appeals/repeals have been resolved. In the interim the `Major Institutional District' policies (Section 7) of the 1994 Official Plan, as amended, are used as guidance until such time as the appeals/repeals have been resolved. This has been a consistent approach used by the City of Kitchener during this transitional period. The Major Institutional policies contemplate a similar range of uses as Institutional policies the new Official Plan and the proposed variances do not conform to the designation. Policy 7.1.4 of the Major Institutional designation only permits multiple residential uses developed in association with permitted institutional uses. Based on the foregoing staff are of the opinion that the proposed use is not permitted by the Official Plan. Therefore staff cannot consider the proposed development and cannot evaluate it against the four tests. The requested variances to increase building height and floor space ratio in order to maximize the number of residential units are not appropriate as the use is not permitted. The intent of the Institutional designation is to protect lands for institutional uses and it is the opinion of staff that the requested variances do not meet the intent of the Institutional land use designation. 130 and 136 Fergus Avenue are designated `Low Rise Residential' in the Official Plan which provides for a full range of low density housing types including single detached, duplex, semi- detached, street townhouse, cluster townhouse and low-rise multiple dwellings and special needs housing (OP policy 15.D.3.8 — under appeal) to a maximum floor space ratio of 0.6 (OP policy 15.D.3.11 — in effect). Site specific increase to allow up to a maximum floor space ratio of 0.75 may be considered where it is demonstrated that the increase is compatible and meets the general intent of the policies in the Official Plan. An Official Plan Amendment will be required to consider an increase in the Floor Space Ratio greater than 0.75. (OP policy 15.D.3.11 — in effect). Despite the `Low Rise Residential' land use designation of these properties, certain policies remain under appeal (i.e. 15.D.3.8, 15.D.3.10, 15.D.3.12, 15.D.3.14). As such the comparable `Low Rise Residential' policies of the 1994 Official Plan, as amended, may be used as guidance until such time as the appeals/repeals have been resolved (section 3.1.2). Section 3.1.2 permits a maximum building height in Low Rise Residential of 3 stories. The proposed development includes a multiple dwelling building 4 stories in height and a floor space ratio of 0.853. The intent of the Low Rise Residential policies of both the 2014 & 1994 Official Plan is to permit multiple residential developments at a low intensity of use and a low rise height. The proposed development exceeds the permitted maximum height and floor space ratio as outlined in the Official Plan. It is the opinion of staff that the requested variances do not meet the intent of the Low Rise Residential land use designation. Zoning By-law The requested variances to reduce the parking rates do not meet the intent of the zoning By-law. The intent of the by-law is to ensure sufficient on-site parking for residents and visitors. The applicant has requested relief from the Zoning By-law to allow parking at a rate of 1.25 spaces per unit (total of 171 parking spaces) rather than the required parking rate of 1.5 spaces per unit and request to permit a required visitor parking rate of 17% (34 spaces for 137 units) rather than the required 20%. To support a parking reduction staff require justification studies and additional information to be provided in support of a reduced parking rate. The applicant has not provided justification for the parking reduction and City staff cannot support the reduced parking rates at this time. The requested floor space ratio of 0.853 was based on the applicant dedicating to the City 0.07 hectares of park land. The City of Kitchener's Operation Division concluded additional land area is required with the balance of the dedication established as cash -in -lieu of land. The increased amount of park land dedication required by the City of Kitchener would increase the floor space ratio as the floor space ratio is calculated based on the lot area post park land dedication. Additionally the increase park land dedication would result in the removal of 11 proposed parking stalls. Therefore at this time staff are unable to determine if the variances requested are appropriate without a site plan. Appropriate Development The requested variances to the setbacks, building height and floor space ratio are premature as supporting plans and a formal site plan application has not been applied for. At this time staff cannot accurately review the proposed building heights, setbacks, scale, massing, or evaluate the compatibility with the surrounding residential neighbourhood to determine if the development is appropriate and good planning. Conclusion In conclusion the variances cannot be considered minor or appropriate for the development and use of the lands and does not represent good planning. Staff are of the opinion that the proposed use is not permitted on the portion of the lands designated Institutional and the increased floor space ratio and additional height is not permitted on the portion of the lands designated Low Rise Residential so the proposal does not meet the intent of the Official Plan of the Zoning By- law. Additionally, the application is premature until a developable area has been determined and a site plan review has been completed for the proposal based on that site area. Variances required cannot be determined until parkland dedication and the woodlot status has been determined. As well, if an increase in density is proposed a holding provision through a Zoning By-law Amendment will be required as servicing is not available. Based on the foregoing, Planning staff recommends that this application be refused. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed variance. Transportation Comments: Transportation Services have concerns with the justification noted in support of a parking reduction. As noted in the application, the proposed site is serviced by several transit routes at Weber/Fairway, with a walking distance of approximately 1 kilometre (15 minute walk). Further, the ION stop located at the Fairway Mall has a walking distance of approximately 2.5 kilometres (35 minute walk) from the proposed site. The applicant has not provided sufficient studies in support of a parking reduction. Additional information is required to consider a reduced parking rate. Engineering Comments: This site falls within the Montgomery -Freeport sanitary catchment area and as such full engineering Site Plan Approval will not be granted prior to the commissioning of the new forcemains associated with the recently upgraded Freeport Sanitary Pumping Station. The increased density on site should go through the zone change process where City Staff will require a holding provision to be implemented which cannot be removed prior to the commissioning of the new forcemains. Operations Comments: Operations — Environmental Services requires the removal of 11 proposed parking stalls fronting the proposed public park space in order to accept the land as part of the dedication requirement. The minimum park land required is established at 0.0871 hectares with the balance of the dedication established as cash -in -lieu of land. Environmental Planning Comments: The application is premature as a Tree Management Plan (among other plans) would be required to determine the developable area. Craig Dumart, BES Junior Planner Juliane von Westerhold, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner Region of Waterloo March 06, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/ VAR KIT GEN (3)/58 KIT, Bromberg, Garry, 1415 Huron Road (5, 6)/53 Fairway, Fusion Homes (7, 8) /VAR KIT, Freure North Subdivision (10)/VAR KIT, Emmanuel Bible College 70-136 Fergus Avenue Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on March 12, 2018, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 8 Bridge Street East (SG 2018-004): No concerns to the application. However, the owner should be made aware that any redevelopment application for these lands may require dedicated road widening up to 13.107 metres from Bridge Street centreline. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that the sign be located accordingly. Otherwise, an encroachment agreement with the Region; or actual relocation of the sign would be required at the owner's cost, at such times in future. 2. 54 Queen Street North (SG 2018-005): No concerns. The sign is on private property and should comply with City of Kitchener Sign By-law. 3. 205 West Oak Trail (A 2018-022): No concerns. 4. 51 Simeon Street (A 2018-023): No concerns. 5. 2 Crossbridge Avenue (A 2018-024): No concerns. 6. 500 Rivertrail Avenue (A 2018-025): No concerns. 7. 70 Castlebay Street (A 2018-026): No concerns. 8. 150 Rockcliffe Drive (A 2018-027: No concerns. 9. 66 West Avenue (A 2018-028): No concerns. 10.110, 130 and 136 Fergus Avenue (A 2018-029): No concerns. 11.356-420 King Street West (A 2018-032): No concerns. DOCS: 2670864 Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Trisha Hughes, Resource Planner PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2319 E-mail: thug hes@grand river. ca DATE: February 28, 2018 YOUR FILE: See below RE Applications for Signs: SG 2018-005 54 Queen Street North Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-022 205 West Oak Trail A 2018-023 51 Simeon Street A 2018-024 2 Crossbridge Avenue A 2018-025 500 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-026 70 Castlebay Street A 2018-027 156 Rockcliffe Drive A 2018-029 110, 130 & 136 Fergus Avenue A 2018-032 356-400 King Street West Applications for Consent: B 2018-016 3 Chapel Hill Drive B 2018-017 to 019 83 Elmsdale Drive B 2018-020 334-400 King Street West GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, //V'fig Trisha Hughes Resource Planner Grand River Conservation Authority TH/dp *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within dee scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. Staff Report Development Services Department REPORT TO: DATE OF MEETING SUBMITTED BY: PREPARED BY: WARD: DATE OF REPORT: REPORT #: SUBJECT: 227 1 KNER www.ki tch en er. c a Committee of Adjustment May 15, 2018 Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 Siobhan Kelly, Student Planner— 519-741-2200 ext.7074 Ward 1 May 7, 2018 DSD -18-025 A2018-045 — 46 Paige Street Applicant — Cristian Tosa Approve Subject Lands Location Map: 46 Paige Street RECOMMENDATION That Application A2018-044 requesting relief from Section 38.1 of By-law 85-1 to legalize a building height of 11.5 metres whereas the Zoning By-law permits a maximum height of 10.5 metres, be approved. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. REPORT Planning Comments: The subject property located at 46 Paige Street is designated Low Rise Residential in the Official Plan (2014) and is zoned Residential Four Zone (R-4) in Zoning By-law 85-1. The property currently contains a newly built two storey, single detached dwelling. The applicant is requesting relief from Section 38.1 of the Zoning By-law to legalize a building height of 11.5 metres whereas the Zoning By-law permits a maximum building height of 10.5 metres. City Planning staff conducted a site inspection of the property on April 25, 2018. 46 Paige Street In considering the four tests for minor variances as outlined in Section 45(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990 Chap. P. 13, as amended, Planning staff offer the following comments. The subject property is designated Low Rise Residential in both the City's 2014 Official Plan and the 1994 Official Plan. The 2014 Official Plan designation is in effect however, a significant number of Low Rise Residential policies from the 2014 Official Plan are under appeal and therefore, are not being relied upon for this report. Instead, Low Rise Residential Policy 3.1.2.1 from the 1994 Official Plan is being relied upon to determine whether the proposed variance meets the general intent of the Official Plan. The proposed variance meets the intent of the designation which encourages a range of different forms of housing to achieve a low density neighbourhood. The requested variance meets the general intent of the Official Plan designation and it is the opinion of staff that the requested variance is appropriate. 2. The applicant has requested a variance to legalize a building height of 11.5 metres whereas the Zoning By-law permits a maximum building height of 10.5 metres. The intent of the 10.5 metre height limit is to ensure that development in residential zones is low density. The purpose of the R-4 zone is to accommodate a range of low density dwelling types. It is the opinion of staff that a 1.0 metre increase in building height continues to meet the general intent of the Zoning By- law, which is to ensure low density development within residential zones. 3. The variance can be considered minor as the increase in building height does not present any significant impacts to the adjacent properties or the overall neighbourhood. The purpose of the variance is to legalize the recently built two storey dwelling. During construction, a pitched capped roof was incorporated, adding one metre of additional height to the building. The impact of this addition is negligible considering the scale and massing of the adjacent properties. 4. The proposed variance is appropriate for the development and use of the land as the residential use is a permitted use in the R-4 zone and as the dwelling continues to reflect the scale, massing, and height of the adjacent properties. As such, it is the opinion of staff that the proposed variance will not negatively impact the subject property or the surrounding neighbourhood. Based on the foregoing, Planning staff recommends that this application be approved Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed variance. A building permit has been issued for the new single detached dwelling. Please contact the Building Division @ 519-741-2433 for revision requirements. IF variance is not obtained, the roof must be constructed with the original pitch. Transportation Services Comments: Transportation Services have no concerns with the proposed application. Engineering Comments: Engineering Services have no concerns with the proposed application. Operations Comments: Operations have no concerns with the proposed application. Environmental Planning Comments: No environmental planning concerns. Heritage Planning Comments: No concerns with the proposed application. Juliane von Westerholt, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner Region of Waterloo April 27, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/VAR KIT GEN (2) /56 BLEAMS, First Christian Reformed Church (5) /06 HIGHLAND, Savic Homes, 1402-1430 Highland Rd W (6) /15 KING KIT, James Fryett Architect Inc. 624 King St W (7) /06 FREDERICK, 834220 Ontario Inc. Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on December 12, 2017, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 51 Chestnut Street (A 2018-043): No concerns. 2. 1275 Bleams Road (A 2018-044): No concerns. 3. 46 Paige Street (A 2018-045): No concerns. 4. 671 Glasgow Street Unit 7 (A 2018-046): No concerns. 5. 1430 Highland Road West (A 2018-047): No concerns. 6. 624 King Street West (A 2018-048): No concerns. 7. 268 Frederick Street (A 2018-049): No concerns or requirements for this application. However, the owner please be advised that any redevelopment application for these lands may require dedication of 3.13 metre road widening along property frontage on Frederick Street and a 7.62 metre daylight triangle at the Pequegnat Avenue/Frederick Street intersection. Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. 2715832 Version: 1 The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: May 7, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-043 51 Chestnut Street A 2018-044 1275 Bleams Road A 2018-045 46 Paige Street A 2018-046 671 Glasgow Street, Unit 7 A 2018-047 1402-1430 Highland Road West A 2018-048 624 King Street West A 2018-049 268 Frederick St Applications for Consent: B 2018-031 & B 2018-032 25 & 75 Fallowfield Drive GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, '4k i"_ Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1, of i Grand River Conservation Authority. 1 THE CITY OF KITCHENER Kitchener City Hall COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 200 King St NOTICE OF HEARING Box 1118 n Kitchener ON N2G 4G7 KITC HENF �! Pursuant to the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, 519-741-2200 ext. 7594 As amended and Ontario Regulations 197/96 and 200/96, as amended. holly. dyson@kitchener.ca TAKE NOTICE THAT the Committee of Adjustment for the City of Kitchener will meet on TUESDAY, June 19, 2018, commencing at 10:00 a.m., in the Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Kitchener City Hall, 200 King Street West, Kitchener for the purpose of hearing the following applications for Minor Variance and/or Consent. Applicants must attend this meeting in person or by agent or solicitor. You have received this notice pertaining to the application number referenced on the front of your envelope as a courtesy. Anyone having an interest in any of these applications may attend this meeting. Please note this meeting is open to the public and may be recorded. Copies of written submissions and public agencies' comments are available on Friday afternoon prior to the meeting on the City of Kitchener website www.kitchener.ca. Comments will be available using the calendar of events, see the meeting date for more details. APPLICATIONS FOR MINOR VARIANCE — CHAPTERS 680 (SIGNS) & 630 (FENCES) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE The recommendations of the Committee of Adjustment on Minor Variances to Chapters 680 (Signs) and 630 (Fences) of the Municipal Code will be forwarded to City Council for final approval. FN 2018-002 - 66 Inwood Drive Permission to construct a wooden fence having a height of 1.82m in the northerly side yard located Om from the lot line abutting Glasgow Street rather than the required 1.5m. SG 2018-006 - 101-127 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East Permission to replace the existing sign with a ground -supported sign having 65% (12.67 sq.m.) of the sign area being changing copy rather than the permitted maximum sign area of 30% (5.83 sq.m.) SG 2018-007 - 171 Sherwood Avenue Permission to install a ground -supported sign with two adjoining sign faces having automatic changing copy to be located 52m from a residential zone rather than the required 100m; to have the civic address located on a decorative end piece connecting the two sign faces whereas the By-law requires the civic address to be on each sign face; to legalize a second existing ground -supported sign having a height of 1.55m to encroach into the Driveway Visibility Triangle (DVT) whereas the By-law does not permit signs having a height over 0.9m to encroach into the DVT; a distance separation from another ground -supported sign of 32m rather than the required distance separation of 50m; and, to permit the sign identified in the application as "Sign 2" to not contain the civic address whereas the By-law requires the address to be identified on ground -supported signs. APPLICATIONS FOR MINOR VARIANCE AND / OR CONSENT PURSUANT TO THE PLANNING ACT A 2018-050 - 5 Wake Robin Drive Permission to construct a 3 -storey residential development having 54 units with a Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 0.74m rather than the permitted maximum FSR of 0.6m; and, having a maximum building height of 11.4m rather than the permitted maximum height of 10.5m. A 2018-051 - 188 Hawkswood Drive Permission to construct a sunroom onto the rear of an existing single detached dwelling having a rear yard setback of 5.5m rather than the required 7.5m. Page 1 of 4 A 2018-052 - 187 Rivertrail Avenue Permission to construct a single detached dwelling having a westerly side yard setback of 1.0m rather than the required 1.2m. A 2018-053 - 70 Dumart Place Permission to construct an addition onto an existing garage adjacent to a residential zone having a rear yard setback of 3.82m rather than the required 14m. B 2018-033 - 23 Hillcrest Court Permission to sever a triangular-shaped parcel of land from the rear portion of 23 Hillcrest Court having a width of 49.104m a depth of 48.286 and an area of 1,106. sq.m. to be conveyed as a lot addition to 92 and 96 Woolwich Street. The properties are intended for residential development. B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 and B 2018-043 - 810 Frederick Street Permission to sever 8 residential lots, create mutual stormwater management and access easements; and, covey a lot addition from the easterly lot to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue. The proposed severed lots will front onto Turner Avenue and will have the following dimensions: B 2018-034 ("Retained" Lot, Parts 8, 9 and 22) Width - 14.102m Depth - 30.48m Area - 430.9 sq.m. B 2018-035 (Severed Lot 1, Parts 7, 10 and 21) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 172.5 sq.m. B 2018-036 (Severed Lot 2, Parts 6, 11 and 20) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. B 2018-037 (Severed Lot 3, Parts 5, 12 and 19) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. B 2018-038 (Severed Lot 4, Parts 4, 13 and 18) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. B 2018-039 (Severed Lot 5, Parts 3, 14 and 17) Width - 12.64m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. B 2018-040 (Severed Lot 6, Parts 2 and 15) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. Page 2 of 4 B 2018-043 (Severed Lot 7, Parts 1, 16 and 23) Width - 12.64m Depth - 30.48m Area - 377.0 sq.m. Permission is also being requested to sever a parcel of land having a width of 0.4m and a depth of 30.48m identified as Part 23 on the plan submitted with the application, to be conveyed as a lot addition to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue; and, to grant easements at the rear of the subject properties over Parts 9 to 22 on the plan submitted with the application having an overall width of 5m for stormwater management services; and, easements over parts 17 to 22 having a width of 0.9m for mutual access for the adjacent properties. B 2018-041, B 2018-042, A 2018-054, A 2018-055 & A 2018-056 - 62 Daniel Street Permission to sever two lots for residential development and retain one lot. The proposed lots will have the following dimensions: B 2018-041 - (Severed Lot 1) Width - 12.21 m Depth - 30.55m Area - 372.93 sq.m. Permission is also being requested for a minor variance for Severed Lot 1 to have a lot width of 12.2m rather than the required 13.7m. B 2018-042 - (Severed Lot 2) Width - 12.21 m Depth - 30.58m Area - 373.34 sq.m. Permission is also being requested for a minor variance for Severed Lot 2 to have a lot width of 12.2m rather than the required 13.7m. Retained Width - 12.21 Depth - 30.61 Area - 373.79 sq.m. Permission is also being requested for a minor variance for the retained lands to have a lot width of 12.2m rather than the required 13.7m. • additional information is available at the Legislated Services Department, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 200 King Street West, Kitchener (519-741-2200 ext.7594). • copies of written submissions/public agencies' comments are available on Friday afternoon prior to the meeting on the City of Kitchener website www.kitchener.ca in the calendar of events, see the meeting date for more details. • anyone having an interest in any of these applications may attend this meeting. • a person or public body that files an appeal of a consent decision of the Committee of Adjustment must make written submissions to the Committee before the Committee gives or refuses to give a Provisional Consent otherwise the Ontario Municipal Board may dismiss the appeal. Page 3 of 4 • any personal information received in relation to this meeting is collected under the authority s. 28(2) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, and will be used by the City of Kitchener to process Committee of Adjustment applications. Questions about the collection of information should be directed to Holly Dyson at holly.dyson(o-)kitchener.ca. • if you wish to be notified of a decision you must make a written request to the Secretary -Treasurer, Committee of Adjustment, City Hall, 200 King St. W., Kitchener ON, N2G 4G7; this request also entitles you to be advised of a possible Ontario Municipal Board hearing; even if you are the successful party you should make this request as the decision could be appealed by the applicant or another party. Dated the 1st day of June, 2018. Dianna Saunderson Secretary -Treasurer Committee of Adjustment THIS NOTICE OF HEARING IS BEING SENT TO YOU AS A COURTESY. THE PRESCRIBED NOTICE OF HEARING FOR THIS COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING WAS PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD ON JUNE 1, 2018. Page 4 of 4 Staff Repoil Development Services Department REPORT TO: DATE OF MEETING: SUBMITTED BY: PREPARED BY: WARD: DATE OF REPORT: REPORT #: SUBJECT: R www. kitch ever. ca Committee of Adjustment June 19th, 2018 Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 Eric Schneider, Junior Planner — 519-741-2200 ext. 7843 8 June 12th, 2018 DSD -18-045 FN2018-002 — 66 Inwood Drive Applicant —Jim Misasi Refusal Location Map: 66 Inwood Drive REPORT Planning Comments: City Planning staff conducted a site inspection of the property on May 25th, 2018. The subject property located at 66 Inwood Drive is zoned Residential Three (R-3) with Special Regulation Provision 567R in the Zoning By-law and is being used as a single detached dwelling. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. The applicant is requesting permission to construct a 1.82 metre high wooden fence located 0 metres from the exterior lot line whereas the By-law requires a setback of 1.5 metres (Section 630.5.1c.ii). View of Side Yard abutting Glasgow Street: Proposed Fence Location (Site Visit May 25th, 2018) In considering the requested variance to the Fence By-law, Planning staff offers the following comments: The intent of the regulation that requires fences with a height between 0.9 and 1.82 metres to be set back 1.5 metres from the property line is to preserve street aesthetics and to provide an adequate buffer for the pedestrian realm. The exterior side lot line on the subject property is located approximately 3.5 metres from the sidewalk. Staff believes that this space is adequate in providing a buffer for the pedestrian realm. However, in order to preserve street aesthetics, appropriate landscaping should be installed between the fence and the property line. The applicant is requesting to place the fence directly abutting the lot line, which would not provide any space to install landscaping such as small shrubs or ornamental grasses. Therefore, the requested variance does not meet the intent of the fence by-law because the requested setback to the property line does not allow for adequate landscaping to address street aesthetics. In addition, the requested variance is asking for a significant reduction in required setback for the fence. The regulation requires 1.5 metres of setback and the applicant is asking for 0 metres. This represents a 100% reduction in setback and would provide no space between the proposed fence and the property line. Based on the foregoing, Planning staff recommends that this application be refused subject to the conditions outlined below in the Recommendation section of this report. Should the Committee choose to approve this application, Staff suggests the fence be set back 0.6 metres from the side lot line abutting Glasgow Street in order for the applicant to provide adequate landscaping. If this alternative setback is proposed, Staff suggests the following condition: 1. That the owner submit and obtain approval of a landscape plan from the City's Director of Planning. The landscape plan shall show landscaping to be installed between the fence and the site lot line abutting Glasgow Street. All landscaping shall be completed by October 31St, 2018 and shall be maintained in accordance with the approved landscape plan. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed fence variance. Transportation Services Comments: Transportation Services have no concerns with the proposed application Heritage Planning Comments: No Heritage Planning concerns. Environmental Planning Comments: There are no trees along the Glasgow Street lot line so there are no Environmental Planning concerns. RECOMMENDATION That application FN2018-002 requesting permission to construct a wooden fence having a height of 1.82m in the northerly side yard located Om from the lot line abutting Glasgow Street be refused. Should the Committee approve the application with a 0.6m setback, Staff suggests the following condition: 1. That the owner submit and obtain approval of a landscape plan from the City's Director of Planning. The landscape plan shall show landscaping to be installed between the fence and the site lot line abutting Glasgow Street. All landscaping shall be completed by October 31St, 2018 and shall be maintained in accordance with the approved landscape plan. Eric Schneider, BES Juliane von Westerholt, B.E.S., MCIP, RPP Junior Planner Senior Planner Region of Waterloo June 06, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/VAR KIT GEN Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on June 19, 2018, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 66 Inwood Drive (FN 2018-002): No concerns. 2. 171 Sherwood Avenue (SG 2018-007): No concerns. 3. 5 Wake Robin Drive (A 2018-050): No concerns. 4. 188 Hawkswood Drive (A 2018-051): No concerns. 5. 187 Rivertrail Avenue (A 2018-052): No concerns. 6. 70 Dumart Place (A 2018-053): No concerns. 7. 62 Daniel Avenue (A 2018-054, 055 and 056): No concerns. Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, ' n Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Document Number: 2747313 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: June 8, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance, Fence and Sign: FN 2018-002 66 Inwood Drive SG 2018-006 101 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East SG 2018-007 171 Sherwood Avenue Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-050 5 Wake Robin Drive A 2018-051 188 Hawkswood Drive A 2018-052 187 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-053 70 Dumart Place A 2018-054 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-055 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applications for Consent: B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 & B 2018-043 810 Frederick Street B 2018-041 to B 2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, � Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. Staff Report KffaME ER Community Services Department wwwkitchenerca REPORT TO: DATE OF MEETING SUBMITTED BY: PREPARED BY: WARD: DATE OF REPORT: REPORT #: SUBJECT: Committee of Adjustment June 19, 2018 Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 Alison Bucking, Student Planner - 519-741-2200 x 7074 10 June 11, 2018 DSD -18-046 Application SG 2018-006 — 101 Frederick Street and 40 Weber Street East Owner/Applicant —Archon Architects Incorporated Approve with Conditions Location Map: 101 Frederick Street &40 Weber Street East REPORT Planning Comments: The subject property located at 101 Frederick Street and 40 Weber Street East is designated City Centre District in the Urban Growth Centre Map of the Official Plan and is zoned Office District (D-4) in Zoning By-law 85-1. The applicant is seeking relief from Section 680.11.19 of the Sign By-law to construct a ground supported sign with an automatic changing copy digital/LED screen to the size of 65 percent of the sign face whereas the Sign By-law currently limits the size of the sign face to 30 percent. The proposed sign is replacing the existing ground supported sign which is 8.58 square metres in area. City Planning staff conducted a site inspection of the property on May 18, 2018. View of proposed sign location from the intersection of Weber Street East and Frederick Street The intent of Sign By-law regulation requiring changeable copy signs to be limited to 30 percent of a ground supported sign face is to ensure that the sign does not negatively impact or overpower the streetscape. Due to the large size of the building, the existing signage is insufficient to advertise the tenant spaces within the building. The increase in screen size will allow every tenant to have the opportunity to advertise which would increase the desirability of the building to potential tenants. The subject property is not located in a residential area rather it is located at the intersection of Weber Street East and Fredrick Street a predominantly commercial and employment area. Staff is in the opinion that a ground supported sign of 19.42 square metres in area with a changeable copy screen size covering 65 percent of the sign face will not dominate the streetscape given its location at a major intersection with higher density buildings. Additionally, the sign is setback from the main intersection which reduces its impact onto Frederick Street. In regards to the impact of the proposed automatic changing copy on the neighbourhood, staff notes that the Sign By-law does not permit scrolling or flashing of text and the graphics are to remain static for a minimum of six seconds and this would clarified as a condition. Staff is in the opinion that due to the size of the building and the setback of the sign from the two main intersections, the increase in changeable copy sign face percentage will not overpower the streetscape or negatively impact the street. View of Proposed Sign Location on Fredrick Street approaching Weber Street East Based on the above comments, staff is of the opinion that the proposed variance is minor and meets the general intent of the Sign By-law and is appropriate for the lot and surrounding neighbourhood. Planning staff recommends that this application be approved subject to the conditions outlined below in the Recommendation section of this report. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed sign variance. Note that a sign permit will be required for the new sign. Transportation Services Comments: Transportation Services have no concerns with the proposed application. Engineering Comments: No concerns. Heritage Planning Comments: No heritage planning concerns. RECOMMENDATION: That application SG2018-006 requesting permission to install a ground -supported sign with an automatic changing copy digital/LED screen to the size of 65 percent of the sign face, rather than the limit of 30 percent of the sign face, be approved, subject to the following conditions: 1. That a sign permit is obtained from the Planning Division by September 30th, 2018. 2. That messages displayed on the automatic changing copy portion of the sign remain static for at least 6 seconds. Juliane von Westerholt, BES, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner Region of Waterloo June 13, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/VAR KIT GEN Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on June 19, 2018, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 101 Frederick Street 40 Weber Street East (SG 2018-006): No concerns to the application. The sign & its foundation must be located completely on the private property. Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Document Number: 2752426 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: June 8, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance, Fence and Sign: FN 2018-002 66 Inwood Drive SG 2018-006 101 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East SG 2018-007 171 Sherwood Avenue Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-050 5 Wake Robin Drive A 2018-051 188 Hawkswood Drive A 2018-052 187 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-053 70 Dumart Place A 2018-054 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-055 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applications for Consent: B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 & B 2018-043 810 Frederick Street B 2018-041 to B 2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, � Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. �, Staff Report ITc� [�.R Community Services Department wm kitchenerca REPORT TO: Committee of Adjustment DATE OF MEETING: June 19, 2018 SUBMITTED BY: Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 PREPARED BY: Sheryl Rice Menezes, Planning Technician (Zoning) — 519-741-2200 x 7844 WARD: 1 DATE OF REPORT: June 12, 2018 REPORT #: DSD 18-047 SUBJECT: Application SG 2018-007 — 171 Sherwood Avenue Owner — St James' Rosemount United Church Approved with Conditions *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. REPORT Planning Comments: The subject property is located on Sherwood Ave, south of Krug St. It is zoned Institutional One (I-1) in By-law 85-1 and designated Institutional in the 2014 Official Plan. City Planning staff conducted a site inspection of the property on June 12, 2018. The applicant is requesting permission to: 1) renovate an existing ground -supported sign with two adjoining sign faces to have automatic changing copy which will be located 52 metres from a Residential zone rather than the required 100 metres; 2) have the civic address located on a decorative end piece connecting the two sign faces whereas the By-law requires the civic address to be on each sign face; 3) legalize a second existing ground -supported sign having a height of 1.55 metres to encroach into the 4.5 metres driveway visibility triangle (DVT) whereas the By-law does not permit signs having a height over 0.9 metres to encroach into the DVT; 4) have a distance separation between the two existing ground -supported signs of 32 metres rather than the required distance separation of 50 metres; and, 5) permit the sign identified as `Sign 2' in the submitted drawings to not contain the civic address whereas the By-law requires the address to be identified on ground -supported signs. The requested variances meet the general intent of the Sign By-law and can be considered minor for the following reasons. The intention of the regulation requiring a minimum distance separation for automatic changing copy from Residential zones is to ensure that the changing copy does not negatively impact the enjoyment and use of nearby residences. Although located within the minimum distance separation of 100 metres, the area of the automatic changing copy is an appropriate size for this institutional property and the proposed separation distance continues to maintain a suitable setback from adjacent residential zone so as not to impact residences. In addition, it is being requested that the Sign By-law regulations limiting the movement of the graphics be noted as Conditions (see Conditions # 2 and #3). The intention of the regulation will be met, as the proposed location of the civic number on the decorative end panel is clearly visible to the public on the street and makes wayfinding easy. The intention of the regulation restricting the height of ground-supported signs located within a DVT is to ensure that there are no visibility concerns in regards to pedestrians and traffic. Transportation Planning staff has noted that they have no concerns with the existing sign in the DVT provided they have the right to ask for the sign to be removed should concerns develop. This has been addressed in the Recommendation section below. The intention of the regulation requiring a minimum 50 metres between ground -supported signs on the same property is to ensure that the number of ground signs on a single property to not dominate and therefore negatively impact the streetscape. The two subject signs have existed for some time and there has been no complaints received to date. The signs are a sufficient distance apart to maintain a pleasing streetscape in regards to signage. Lastly, the variance to not provide the address on the smaller sign is not a concern to staff as the address will be clearly visible on the larger ground -supported sign; as well, there is a civic address noted on the building itself. Based on the above comments, staff is of the opinion that the requested variances are appropriate development for the subject lands and surrounding area. Planning staff recommends that this application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the Recommendation section of this report. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed sign variance provided a sign permit is obtained prior to installation. Transportation Services Comments: As the sign does not cause any visibility issues, Transportation Services have no concerns with the proposed application subject to the following condition: As the sign is located in the Driveway Visibility Triangle, the City of Kitchener reserves the right to remove the sign at any time if required at the owner's expense. Engineering Comments: No concerns. Heritage and Policy Planning Comments: No concerns. RECOMMENDATION That application SG 2018-007 requesting permission to: 1) renovate an existing ground -supported sign with two adjoining sign faces to have automatic changing copy which will be located 52 metres from a Residential zone rather than the required 100 metres; 2) have the civic address located on a decorative end piece connecting the two sign faces whereas the By-law requires the civic address to be on each sign face; 3) legalize a second existing ground -supported sign having a height of 1.55 metres to encroach into the 4.5 metres driveway visibility triangle (DVT) whereas the By-law does not permit signs having a height over 0.9 metres to encroach into the DVT; 4) have a distance separation between the two existing ground -supported signs of 32 metres rather than the required distance separation of 50 metres; and, 5) permit the sign identified as `Sign 2' in the submitted drawings to not contain the civic address whereas the By-law requires the address to be identified on ground - supported signs, be approved, subject to the following conditions: 1. That a Sign Permit is obtained for the proposed business from the Planning Division; 2. That the automatic changing copy shall not contain flashing, intermittent or moving lights and that the rate of change in the content of the graphics shall remain static for a minimum of six (6) seconds; 3. That the automatic changing copy portion of the sign be turned off between the hours of 11 pm and 6 am; 4. That the above noted conditions 1 to 3 be fulfilled no later than October 1, 2018. Any request for a time extension must be approved in writing by the Manager of Development Review (or designate) prior to the completion date set out in the decision. Failure to fulfill these conditions will result in this approval becoming null and void; and, 5. As the smaller ground -supported sign is located in the Driveway Visibility Triangle, the City of Kitchener reserves the right to remove the sign at any time if required at the owner's expense. Sheryl Rice Menezes, CPT Planning Technician (Zoning) Juliane von Westerholt, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: June 8, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance, Fence and Sign: FN 2018-002 66 Inwood Drive SG 2018-006 101 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East SG 2018-007 171 Sherwood Avenue Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-050 5 Wake Robin Drive A 2018-051 188 Hawkswood Drive A 2018-052 187 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-053 70 Dumart Place A 2018-054 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-055 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applications for Consent: B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 & B 2018-043 810 Frederick Street B 2018-041 to B 2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, � Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. Region of Waterloo June 06, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/VAR KIT GEN Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on June 19, 2018, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 66 Inwood Drive (FN 2018-002): No concerns. 2. 171 Sherwood Avenue (SG 2018-007): No concerns. 3. 5 Wake Robin Drive (A 2018-050): No concerns. 4. 188 Hawkswood Drive (A 2018-051): No concerns. 5. 187 Rivertrail Avenue (A 2018-052): No concerns. 6. 70 Dumart Place (A 2018-053): No concerns. 7. 62 Daniel Avenue (A 2018-054, 055 and 056): No concerns. Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, ' n Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Document Number: 2747313 Staff Report Development Services Department 1 www.ki tch en er. c a REPORT TO: Committee of Adjustment DATE OF MEETING: June 19, 2018 SUBMITTED BY: Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 PREPARED BY: Catherine Lowery, Junior Planner, 519-741-2200 ext. 7071 WARD: 5 DATE OF REPORT: June 11, 2018 REPORT #: DSD -18-048 SUBJECT: A2018-050 — 5 Wake Robin Drive Applicant — Dave Aston and Stephanie Mirtitsch, MHBC Planning Recommendation to Approve Location Map: 5 Wake Robin Drive REPORT Planning Comments: The subject property located at 5 Wake Robin Drive is designated Low Rise Residential in the City's Official Plan and zoned Residential Six Zone (R-6) in Zoning By-law 85-1. The lands are currently vacant and are proposed to be developed with a three storey, 54 -unit multiple dwelling. As such, the *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Owner is requesting relief of Section 40.2.6 to allow an increase in maximum FSR of 0.74, whereas a maximum of 0.6 is permitted, and Section 40.2.6 to allow an increase in maximum building height of 11.4 metres, whereas a maximum of 10.5 metres is permitted. Site Plan Approval in Principle has been granted, subject to Committee of Adjustment approval. City Planning staff conducted a site inspection of the property on June 1, 2018. y 5 Wake Robin Drive (View from intersection of International Place and Wake Robin Drive) In considering the four tests for minor variances as outlined in Section 45(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990 Chap. P. 13, as amended, Planning staff offers the following comments: 1. The subject property is designated Low Rise Residential in both the City's 1994 and 2014 Official Plans. The 2014 Official Plan designation is currently in effect, however a number of Low Rise Residential policies are under appeal and therefore are not being relied upon for this report. Policy 3.1.2.1 from the 1994 Official Plan which allows for low density forms of housing such as single detached dwellings, duplex dwellings, semi-detached dwellings, and low rise multiple dwellings is being relied upon to determine whether the proposed variances meet the general intent of the Official Plan. It is planning staffs opinion that the proposed variances meet the intent of the 1994 Official Plan, which encourages a range of different forms of housing to achieve a low density neighbourhood. While several policies of the Low Rise Residential designation of the 2014 Official Plan are under appeal, staff notes that Policies 15.D.3.11 and 15.D.3.12 have not been appealed and are therefore in effect. Policy 15.D.3.11 applies a maximum FSR of 0.6, however site specific increases up to a maximum of 0.75 may be considered where it can be demonstrated that the increase in the FSR is compatible and meets the general intent of the policies in the 2014 Official Plan. Further, Policy 15.D.3.12 states that relief from the maximum building height of three stories or 11 metres may be considered for properties with unusual grade conditions and for buildings and/or structures with increased floor to ceiling heights and architectural features, provided the increased building height is compatible with the built form and physical character of the neighbourhood. Through the review of the site plan application, staff has determined the proposed density and built form is compatible and will maintain the low rise character of the designation. Staff is therefore satisfied the minor increase in FSR and building height will maintain the low density character of the property and surrounding neighbourhood. As such, the proposed variances conform to both the 1994 and 2014 Official Plan designations and it is the opinion of staff that the requested variances meet the general intent of the Official Plan. 2. The requested variance to increase the maximum FSR from 0.6 to 0.74 meets the general intent of the Zoning By-law. The R-6 zone permits a range of housing types, and the intent of 0.6 FSR allowance is to ensure development occurs at a scale which is compatible with other low-rise housing forms in adjacent neighbourhoods. The proposed multiple dwelling will provide a mix of housing types while maintaining compatibility with the low rise residential neighbourhood proposed for the remainder of the subdivision. The requested variance to increase the maximum height to 11.4 metres, whereas 10.5 metres is permitted, meets the general intent of the Zoning By-law. The purpose of the 10.5 metre height allowance is to permit a range of housing types at a scale which is compatible with the existing adjacent low rise residential neighbourhood. The purpose of the requested height increase is to accommodate an enhanced roof design with architectural features. The multiple dwelling will three stories at street elevation and maintain compatibility with the low rise residential neighbourhood. As such, staff is satisfied the requested variance meets the general intent of the Zoning By-law. 3. The proposed variances are appropriate for the development and use of the land as the proposed multiple dwelling use is a permitted use in the Zoning By-law. The scale, massing and height of the proposed multiple dwelling will not negatively impact the existing character of the subject property or surrounding neighbourhood. 4. The variances can be considered minor as the increased FSR and building height will not present any significant impacts to adjacent properties and the overall neighbourhood. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed variance provided a building permit for the proposed 3 -storey apartment building is obtained prior to construction. Please contact the Building Division @ 519-741-2433 with any questions. Transportation Services Comments: Transportation Services have no concerns with the proposed application. Heritage Comments: No heritage planning concerns. Environmental Planning Comments: No environmental concerns. RECOMMENDATION That application A2018-050 requesting relief from Section 40.2.6 to permit an increased FSR of 0.74, whereas a maximum of 0.6 is permitted, and Section 40.2.6 to allow an increase in maximum building height of 11.4 metres, whereas a maximum of 10.5 metres is permitted, be approved. Catherine Lowery, BES, MCIP, RPP Juliane von Westerholt, BES, MCIP, RPP Junior Planner Senior Planner Region of Waterloo June 06, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/VAR KIT GEN Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on June 19, 2018, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 66 Inwood Drive (FN 2018-002): No concerns. 2. 171 Sherwood Avenue (SG 2018-007): No concerns. 3. 5 Wake Robin Drive (A 2018-050): No concerns. 4. 188 Hawkswood Drive (A 2018-051): No concerns. 5. 187 Rivertrail Avenue (A 2018-052): No concerns. 6. 70 Dumart Place (A 2018-053): No concerns. 7. 62 Daniel Avenue (A 2018-054, 055 and 056): No concerns. Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, ' n Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Document Number: 2747313 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: June 8, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance, Fence and Sign: FN 2018-002 66 Inwood Drive SG 2018-006 101 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East SG 2018-007 171 Sherwood Avenue Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-050 5 Wake Robin Drive A 2018-051 188 Hawkswood Drive A 2018-052 187 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-053 70 Dumart Place A 2018-054 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-055 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applications for Consent: B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 & B 2018-043 810 Frederick Street B 2018-041 to B 2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, � Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. Staff Report Development Services Department wwwkitchenerca REPORT TO: Committee of Adjustment DATE OF MEETING: June 19th, 2018 SUBMITTED BY: Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 PREPARED BY: Eric Schneider, Junior Planner— 519-741-2200 ext. 7843 WARD: 1 DATE OF REPORT: June 12th, 2018 REPORT #: DSD -18-049 SUBJECT: A2018-051 — 188 Hawkswood Drive Applicant — Darryl Szusz Approve with Conditions r 11 Location Map: 188 Hawkswood Drive REPORT Planning Comments: The subject property located at 188 Hawkswood Drive is zoned Residential Three Zone (R-3) with Special Regulation Provisions 305R & 307R in the Zoning By-law 85-1 and designated Low Rise Residential in the Official Plan (2014). Staff conducted a site inspection of the property on June 7th, 2018. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. The applicant is requesting relief from Section 37.2.1 in the Zoning By-law to allow for an addition with a rear yard setback of 5.5 metres whereas the minimum rear yard setback is 7.5 metres. In considering the four tests for minor variances as outlined in Section 45(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990 Chap. P. 13, as amended, Planning staff offer the following comments. 1. The requested variance meets the general intent of the Official Plan. The Official Plan favours the mixing and integration of different forms of housing to achieve a low overall intensity of use. The proposed addition maintains this intent. 2. The proposed variance meets the general intent of the Zoning By-law. The intent of the 7.5 metre rear yard setback for dwellings is to ensure that there is a sufficient distance between buildings on abutting properties to minimize negative impacts for neighbours and also to provide an adequate amenity space in the backyard. In this situation, the subject property backs on to a park space (River Ridge Community Park) so there are no residential neighbours to the rear of the subject site. Staff believes that the proposed addition will not cause any adverse impacts to the adjacent park and considers the proposed 5.5 metre setback to be sufficient. The proposed addition is to be a "three seasons room" which will be able to function as an amenity area and complement the 5.5 metres of additional outdoor amenity area. In summary, the proposed variance will not adversely impact abutting lands and maintains adequate amenity space and therefore meets the general intent of the Zoning By-law. 3. The proposed variance is considered desirable and appropriate for the development and use of the lands based on the reasons noted above. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed variance will not negatively impact the use of the property or the surrounding neighbourhood. 4. The variance is considered minor as staff is of the opinion that the reduction in setback will still provide an adequate distance between the proposed addition to the dwelling and the rear property line, as well as continuing to provide an adequately sized amenity space. Based on the foregoing, Planning staff recommends that this application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the Recommendation section of this report. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed variance provided a building permit for the 3 -seasons sunroom is obtained prior to construction. Please contact the Building Division @ 519- 741-2433 with any questions. Transportation Services Comments: Transportation Services have no concerns with the proposed application. Heritage Planning Comments: No heritage planning concerns. Environmental Planning Comments: No concerns, noting the encroachment seen in OnPoint in the rear yard is a tree with stone ring around it. RECOMMENDATION That application A2018-051 requesting permission to construct a sunroom onto the rear of an existing single detached dwelling having a rear yard setback of 5.5m rather than the required 7.5m, subject to the following conditions: 1. That a building permit is obtained from the Building Division for the proposed rear yard addition. 2. That all conditions shall be completed prior to December 31St, 2018. Any request for a time extension must be approved in writing by the Manager of Development Review (or designate), prior to the completion date set out in this decision. Failure to fulfill these conditions will result in this approval becoming null and void. Eric Schneider, BES Juliane von Westerholt, B.E.S., MCIP, RPP Junior Planner Senior Planner Region of Waterloo June 06, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/VAR KIT GEN Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on June 19, 2018, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 66 Inwood Drive (FN 2018-002): No concerns. 2. 171 Sherwood Avenue (SG 2018-007): No concerns. 3. 5 Wake Robin Drive (A 2018-050): No concerns. 4. 188 Hawkswood Drive (A 2018-051): No concerns. 5. 187 Rivertrail Avenue (A 2018-052): No concerns. 6. 70 Dumart Place (A 2018-053): No concerns. 7. 62 Daniel Avenue (A 2018-054, 055 and 056): No concerns. Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, ' n Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Document Number: 2747313 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: June 8, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance, Fence and Sign: FN 2018-002 66 Inwood Drive SG 2018-006 101 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East SG 2018-007 171 Sherwood Avenue Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-050 5 Wake Robin Drive A 2018-051 188 Hawkswood Drive A 2018-052 187 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-053 70 Dumart Place A 2018-054 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-055 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applications for Consent: B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 & B 2018-043 810 Frederick Street B 2018-041 to B 2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, � Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. Staff Report Development Services Department 1 KIR wwwkitch en er. c a REPORT TO: Committee of Adjustment DATE OF MEETING: June 19, 2018 SUBMITTED BY: Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 PREPARED BY: Alison Bucking, Student Planner— 519-741-2200 ext.7074 WARD: 2 DATE OF REPORT: June 11, 2018 REPORT #: DSD -18-050 SUBJECT: A2018-052 -187 Rivertrail Avenue Owner — Milestone Developments Inc. Applicant — Patrick Haramis of ACI Survey Consultants Approve with Condition 19 Location Map: 187 Rivertrail Avenue *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. 11 � L r S' 19 Location Map: 187 Rivertrail Avenue *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. 11 REPORT Planning Comments: The subject property located at 187 Rivertrail Avenue is designated Low Rise Residential in the Official Plan and Residential Four (R-4) with the Special Regulation Provision 597R in the Zoning By-law 85-1. The subject property is currently vacant and is located in close proximity to the intersection of Rivertrail Avenue and Crosswinds Drive. The applicant is proposing to construct a single detached dwelling. The applicant is requesting relief from Section 38.2 of Zoning By-law 85-1 to permit a westerly side yard setback of 1.0 metre whereas Zoning By-law 85-1 requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres. City Planning staff conducted a site inspection of the property on May 18, 2018. --T .a. View of Vacant Lot In considering the four tests for minor variances as outlined in Section 45(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990 Chap. P. 13, as amended, Planning staff offer the following comments. The subject property is designated Low Rise Residential in both the 1994 and 2014 Official Plan. The 2014 Official Plan designation is in effect, however a significant number of Low Rise Residential policies from the 2014 Official Plan are under appeal and therefore, are not being relied upon for this report. Instead, Low Rise Residential Policy 3.1.2.1 from the 1994 Official Plan is being relied upon to determine whether the proposed variance meets the general intent of the Official Plan. It is the opinion of staff that the requested variance meets the general intent of the Official Plan designation as it maintains the intended low overall intensity of use of the Low Rise Residential designation. 2. The subject property is zoned Residential Four (R-4) with Special Regulation Provision 597R. The applicant is requesting a minor variance to permit a minimum side yard setback of 1.0 metre whereas Zoning By-law 85-1 requires a minimum side yard setback of 1.2 metres. It is the opinion of staff that the decrease in minimum side yard setback to 1.0 metre will not negatively impact the adjacent residential properties and the lower density of the R-4 zone and therefore meets the general intent of the Zoning By-law. 3. The variance for reduction in side yard setback is considered minor because there is very little impact expected to the neighbouring properties. In addition, the 1.0 metre side yard setback continues to provide access to westerly side of the dwelling. 4. The proposed minor variance is considered appropriate for the use and development of the land. The proposed single detached dwelling retains the low density residential use and is in keeping with the low density character of the neighbourhood. Based on the foregoing, Planning staff recommends that this application be approved subject to the condition outlined below in the Recommendation section of this report. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed variance provided a building permit be obtained for the new detached dwelling. Please contact the Building Division @ 519-741-2433 with permit requirements and any questions. Transportation Services Comments: Transportation Services have no concerns with the proposed application. Engineering Comments: Engineering Services have no concerns with the proposed application. Heritage Planning Comments: No heritage planning concerns. Environmental Planning Comments: No environmental planning concerns as no new development is proposed. Operations Comments: Operations have no concerns with the proposed application. RECOMMENDATION That application A2018-052 requesting a minor variance to allow a 1 metre westerly side yard setback whereas Section 38.2 of Zoning By-law 85-1 requires a 1.2 metre side yard setback, be approved, subject to the following condition: 1. That a building permit is obtained from the Building Division for the proposed single detached dwelling. Juliane von Westerholt, BES, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner Region of Waterloo June 06, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/VAR KIT GEN Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on June 19, 2018, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 66 Inwood Drive (FN 2018-002): No concerns. 2. 171 Sherwood Avenue (SG 2018-007): No concerns. 3. 5 Wake Robin Drive (A 2018-050): No concerns. 4. 188 Hawkswood Drive (A 2018-051): No concerns. 5. 187 Rivertrail Avenue (A 2018-052): No concerns. 6. 70 Dumart Place (A 2018-053): No concerns. 7. 62 Daniel Avenue (A 2018-054, 055 and 056): No concerns. Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, ' n Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Document Number: 2747313 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: June 8, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance, Fence and Sign: FN 2018-002 66 Inwood Drive SG 2018-006 101 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East SG 2018-007 171 Sherwood Avenue Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-050 5 Wake Robin Drive A 2018-051 188 Hawkswood Drive A 2018-052 187 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-053 70 Dumart Place A 2018-054 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-055 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applications for Consent: B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 & B 2018-043 810 Frederick Street B 2018-041 to B 2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, � Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. Staff Report Development Services Department wwwkitchenerca REPORT TO: Committee of Adjustment DATE OF MEETING: June 19th, 2018 SUBMITTED BY: Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 PREPARED BY: Eric Schneider, Junior Planner— 519-741-2200 ext. 7843 WARD: 1 DATE OF REPORT: June 12th, 2018 REPORT #: DSD -18-051 SUBJECT: A2018-053 — 70 Dumart Place Applicant — Roland Drasdo Approve with Conditions ,V Location Map: 70 Dumart Place *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. REPORT Planning Comments: The subject property located at 70 Dumart Place is zoned Restricted Business Park Zone (B-2) with Special Regulation Provision 36R(a) in the Zoning By-law 85-1 and designated Business Park in the 1994 Official Plan and Business Park Employment in the 2014 Official Plan (under appeal). Staff will be relying on the 1994 Official Plan because the Business Park Employment Section in the 2014 Official Plan is under appeal. Staff conducted a site inspection of the property on June 1St, 2018. The applicant is requesting relief from Special Regulation Provision 36R in the Zoning By-law to legalize a storage garage located 3.82 metres from the rear lot line whereas Special Regulation Provision 36R requires a rear yard setback of 14 metres when adjacent to a residential zone. Staff note that an identical regulation appears in the B-2 Zoning as well (Section 24.3) View of Garage and Rear Property Line of (June 151, 2018) In considering the four tests for minor variances as outlined in Section 45(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990 Chap. P. 13, as amended, Planning staff offer the following comments. The requested variance meets the general intent of the 1994 Official Plan. The Business Park designation states that additional buffering requirements shall be provided when in proximity to existing or proposed residential uses. The buffering requirements can include setbacks, landscape screening, and berming. Staff believes that adequate buffering can be achieved thorough landscape screening. The owner of the property is currently in the application process for a Stamp Plan B site plan to address the alterations made to the site by the proposed addition to the storage garage. Through this process, a landscape plan will be required. This plan will address the buffering requirements through landscape screening. Therefore the proposed variance meets the general intent of the Official Plan. 2. The requested variance meets the general intent of the Zoning By-law. The intent of the regulation that requires a rear yard setback of 14 metres when the rear property line abuts a residential zone is to limit adverse impacts on neighbouring residential properties. This regulation applies to all permitted uses in the Restricted Business Park zone, which can include noisy and noxious uses such as manufacturing, service of industrial equipment and truck transport terminal. However, the use of the existing building is for storage only, with no industrial business practices occurring within the building outside of storage. Staff is of the opinion that the use of the building for storage purposes will not have a significant adverse impact on any future residential use of the abutting property, which is currently undeveloped. Therefore the general intent of the Zoning By-law is met. 3. The proposed variances are considered desirable and appropriate for the development and use of the lands. The building is existing and the use of the building as storage can be considered appropriate. 4. The variance is considered minor. The subject building is existing in that location and the proposed addition to the building is projected away from the property line, so staff consider any impacts to be minor. Staff notes that there are currently small accessory type buildings located near the rear property line that require removal in order to comply with the Zoning By-law and this variance request. The applicant is aware of this requirement. Staff has included the removal of these structures as a condition of approval in the recommendation section of this report. law, View of Small Accessory Structures Requiring Removal (June 1St, 2018) Based on the foregoing, Planning staff recommends that this application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the Recommendation section of this report. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed variance. Application has been made for the addition and change of use to the garage and is currently under review. Transportation Services Comments: Transportation Services have no concerns with the proposed application. Heritage Planning Comments: No heritage planning concerns. Environmental Planning Comments: No environmental concerns. RECOMMENDATION That application A2018-053 requesting permission to construct an addition onto an existing garage adjacent to residential zone having a rear yard setback Of 3.82m rather the required 14m be approved, subject to the following conditions: 1. That a building permit is obtained from the Building Division for the proposed addition to the garage. 2. That accessory structures located within 3.82 metres of the rear property line are removed. 3. That a landscape plan is approved by the Urban Designer in conjunction with the Stamp Plan B application. 4. That all conditions shall be completed prior to January 1St, 2019. Any request for a time extension must be approved in writing by the Manager of Development Review (or designate), prior to the completion date set out in this decision. Failure to fulfill these conditions will result in this approval becoming null and void. Eric Schneider, BES Junior Planner Juliane von Westerholt, B.E.S., MCIP, RPP Senior Planner Region of Waterloo June 06, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/VAR KIT GEN Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on June 19, 2018, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 66 Inwood Drive (FN 2018-002): No concerns. 2. 171 Sherwood Avenue (SG 2018-007): No concerns. 3. 5 Wake Robin Drive (A 2018-050): No concerns. 4. 188 Hawkswood Drive (A 2018-051): No concerns. 5. 187 Rivertrail Avenue (A 2018-052): No concerns. 6. 70 Dumart Place (A 2018-053): No concerns. 7. 62 Daniel Avenue (A 2018-054, 055 and 056): No concerns. Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, ' n Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Document Number: 2747313 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: June 8, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance, Fence and Sign: FN 2018-002 66 Inwood Drive SG 2018-006 101 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East SG 2018-007 171 Sherwood Avenue Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-050 5 Wake Robin Drive A 2018-051 188 Hawkswood Drive A 2018-052 187 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-053 70 Dumart Place A 2018-054 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-055 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applications for Consent: B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 & B 2018-043 810 Frederick Street B 2018-041 to B 2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, � Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. Staff Report Development Services Department 1 K R www.ki tch en er. c a REPORT TO: Committee of Adjustment DATE OF MEETING: June 19, 2018 SUBMITTED BY: Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 PREPARED BY: Katie Anderl, Senior Planner — 519-741-2200 ext. 7987 WARD: #1 DATE OF REPORT: June 11, 2018 REPORT #: DSD -18-052 SUBJECT: B2018-033 — 23 Hillcrest Court Applicant — Jennifer Pfister Approved with Conditions Location Map *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. 23 Hillcrest Court (Photo - June 8, 2018) REPORT Planning Comments: The subject land is located at 23 Hillcrest Court and is developed with a single detached dwelling. The property is designated Low Rise Residential and zoned Residential Three Zone (R-3). The owner is proposing to sever a triangular portion of land from the rear of the property and convey it as a lot addition to 92-96 Woolwich Street (currently vacant). The purpose of the conveyance is to help regularize the lot line of the benefitting lands. The retained lands continue to comply with the regulations of the R-3 Zone, and will be similar in size to surrounding lots. Staff anticipates that the benefitting lands (92-96 Woolwich Street) will be comprehensively redeveloped in the future and would be subject to future Planning Act Applications including a Zone Change application. With respect to the criteria for the subdivision of land listed in Section 51(24) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, Planning staff is of the opinion that the proposed lot addition conforms to the City's Official Plan and will allow for orderly development that is compatible with the existing community. The dimensions and shapes of the retained lands and resultant lot are appropriate and suitable for the existing use of the lands. The lands front onto an established public street, and retained lands are municipally serviced. Staff is of the opinion that the proposal is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and conforms to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Based on the foregoing, staff recommends that the application be approved subject to certain conditions. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed consent. Transportation Services Comments: Transportation Services has no objections to the proposed lot addition. Engineering Comments: The proposed severance and lot addition is understood to be a property boundary shift with the property uses remaining unchanged. If either parcel of land is redeveloped in the future, separate, individual service connections for sanitary, storm, and water, will be required to each property in accordance with City policies. The owner is required to make satisfactory financial arrangements with the Engineering Division for the installation of new services that may be required to service these properties. The retained lands (if nothing changes with the house) will not require any new services. Operations Comments: Park land dedication will not be required on the severed parcel, as no new development lot will be created at this time as a result of the severance. RECOMMENDATION That application B 2018-033 requesting consent to convey a parcel of land having a width of 49.1 metres and an area of 116 metre squared, as a lot addition to 96 Woolwich Street, be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the Owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City's Revenue Division. 2. That the owner provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as one full size paper copy of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of the City's Mapping Technologist. 3. That the lands to be severed be added to the abutting lands and title be taken into identical ownership as the abutting lands. The deed for endorsement shall include that any subsequent conveyance of the parcel to be severed shall comply with Sections 50(3) and/or (5) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended. 4. That the owner's Solicitor shall provide a Solicitor's Undertaking to register an Application Consolidation Parcels immediately following the registration of the Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to provide a copy of the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City Solicitor within a reasonable time following registration. Katie Anderl, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner Juliane von Westerholt, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner Region of Waterloo File No. D20-20/18 KIT June 11, 2018 Holly Dyson Committee of Adjustment City of Kitchener P.O. Box 1118 200 King Street East Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 B 2018-033 23 Hillcrest Court Jennifer Pfister PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES Community Planning 150 Frederick Street 8th Floor Kitchener Ontario N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4466 www.regionofwaterloo.ca Matthew Colley 575-4757 ext. 3210 Re: Comments for Consent Applications B2018-033 through B2018-043 Committee of Adjustment Hearing June 19, 2018 CITY OF KITCHENER The applicant is proposing to sever a triangular-shaped parcel of land from the rear portion of 23 Hillcrest Court having a width of 49.104m, a depth of 48.286 and an area of 1,106 square metres to be conveyed as a lot addition to 92 and 96 Woolwich Street. The properties are intended for residential development. Corridor Planning: Staff notes that transit requirements will be identified in the future when the development plans for the lands at 92 and 96 Woolwich Street and the severed lot are available. No concept plan for the proposed development has been provided with the application. It appears that the intent of the application is to develop the lands of the severed lot in addition to 92 and 96 Woolwich Street with multi -residential. These lands may have impacts from the transportation noise from adjoining municipal streets (ex. Bridle Trail, Woolwich Street, and any potential stationary noise sources in the vicinity. Regional Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Staff have reviewed the subject property and the surrounding area and have confirmed that there are no stationary noise concerns associated with this application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure the development is not adversely affected by anticipated transportation and/or stationary noise impacts, both onsite and offsite. A detailed Environmental Noise Study will be required to assess the impacts of environmental noise in the vicinity. The noise study must be prepared in accordance with MOE NPC -300 Guideline. The noise consultant must be pre -approved by the Region of Waterloo. The noise consultant is responsible for obtaining current information, applying professional expertise in performing calculations, making detailed and justified recommendations, submitting the Consultant Noise Study Declaration and Owner/Authorized Agent Statement along with 4 copies of the Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo. The noise consultant preparing the Environmental Noise Study must complete and submit a Transportation Planning Noise Assessment Fee Form and must request forecasted traffic data for the appropriate Regional roadways. The form can be found at: https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/living-here/resources/Design-StandardsINoise- Assessment-Application--Fee-Form. pdf As indicated on the form, traffic forecasts for noise assessments will be prepared within 15 business days of the data of the request, but will be withheld if payment has not been received. The requirements of an environmental noise study must be secured for residential development on these lands. The recommendations of the detailed noise study will be implemented at a future development application through a registered agreement with the City of Kitchener, as a Regional condition of this consent application. Regional staff has no objection to the application subject to the following conditions: 1) That prior to final approval, the applicant submit an Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo for review and approval, and, if necessary, based on the recommendations of the study, enter into a Registered Development Agreement with the City of Kitchener to implement the recommendations of the study. Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 B 2018-034 to B2018-040, and B2018-043 810 Frederick Street JC Homes Inc. The applicant is proposing to sever 8 residential lots, create mutual stormwater management and access easements; and to convey a lot addition from the easterly lot to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue. The proposed severed lots will front onto Turner Avenue. The proposed applications are also requesting to sever a parcel of land having a width of 0.4m and a depth of 30.48m identified as Part 23 on the submitted plan to be conveyed as a lot addition to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue; and, to grant easements at the rear of the subject properties over Parts 9 to 22 on the plan submitted with the application having an overall width of 5m for stormwater management services; and, easements over parts 17 to 22 having a width of 0.9m for mutual access for the adjacent properties. Community Planning: Fee: Pursuant to Region Fee By-law 17-076, the applicant is required to submit the Region's Consent Application Fee of $350.00 per new lot prior to final approval of the consent. The applicant is required to submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 for the creation of 7 new lots (total fee of $2,450) associated with applications B2018-035 through B2018-040 and B2018-043. Corridor Planning: A detailed environmental noise study will be required to assess the impacts of transportation and rail noise from Frederick Street/Turner AvenueNictoria Street and Metrolinx railway; and any potential stationary noise sources in the vicinity. The recommendations of the detailed noise study will be required to be implemented as a Regional condition through a registered agreement with the City of Kitchener. Condition(s) must be secured accordingly. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure the development isnot adversely affected by anticipated transportation and/or stationary noise impacts. In this regard the applicant should prepare an Environmental Noise Study. The noise study must be prepared in accordance with MOE NPC -300 Guideline. The noise consultant must be pre -approved by the Region of Waterloo. The noise consultant is responsible for obtaining current information, applying professional expertise in performing calculations, making detailed and justified recommendations, submitting the Consultant Noise Study Declaration and Owner/Authorized Agent Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Statement along with three copies of the Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo. Please note that the Region of Waterloo charges $250 for the preparation of traffic forecasts and review of Environmental Noise Study. The noise consultant preparing the Environmental Noise Study must complete and submit a Transportation Planning Noise Assessment Fee Form and must request forecasted traffic data for the appropriate Regional roadways. The form can be found at: https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/living-here/resources/Design-StandardsINoise- Assessment-Application--Fee-Form. pdf As indicated on the form, traffic forecasts for noise assessments will be prepared within 15 business days of the data of the request, but will be withheld if payment has not been received. Regional staff has no obiection to the application subject to the following conditions: 1) That prior to final approval, the applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo, the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 for each new residential lot created. 2) That prior to final approval, the applicant submit an Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo for review and approval, and, if necessary, based on the recommendations of the study, enter into a Registered Development Agreement with the City of Kitchener to implement the recommendations of the study. B 2018-041 and B2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue Keystone Property Developments Inc. The applicant is proposing to sever 2 lots for residential development and retain 1 lot. Proposed severed lot 1 will have a width of 12.21m, a depth of 30.55m, and an area of 372.93 square metres. Proposed severed lot 2 will have a width of 12.21m, a depth of 30.58m, and an area of 373.34 square metres. The retained lot will have a width of 12.21m, a depth of 30.58m, and an area of 373.79 square metres. Community Planning Fee The Region acknowledges receipt of the required consent application fee. Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Regional staff has no objection to the subject application. General Comments Any future development on the lands subject to the above -noted consent application(s) will be subject to the provisions of Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof. Please accept this letter as our request for a copy of the staff reports, decisions and minutes pertaining to each of the consent applications noted above. Should you require Regional Staff to be in attendance at the meeting or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Yours truly, Matthew Colley Planner Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Grand River Conservation Authority Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Resource Management Division Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2319 Trisha Hughes, Resource Planner Fax: (519) 621-4945 E-mail: thughes@grandriver.ca PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: YOUR FILE: GRCA FILE: June 8, 2018 B 2018/033 — 23 Hillcrest Court B2018-033 — 23 Hillcrest Court RE: Application for Consent B2018/033 23 Hillcrest Court, City of Kitchener Jennifer Pfister GRCA COMMENT*: The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has no objection to the above noted consent application. BACKGROUND: 1. Resource Issues: Information currently available at our office indicates that the majority of the lands to be retained and all of the lands to be severed are regulated due to the allowance to the Provincially Significant Melitzer Creek Wetland Complex. 2. Legislative/Policy Requirements and Implications: It is our understanding that the applicant is proposing to sever the rear portion of the property to be merged to the abutting properties at 92 and 96 Woolwich Street. We have no objection to the lot line adjustment based on the sketch prepared by ACI Survey Consultants (dated May 8, 2018). As both the retained and severed lands contain GRCA regulated area, GRCA staff will participate in the review of future applications on these properties. Please note that any future development proposed within GRCA regulated areas will require prior written approval from the GRCA in the form of a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 150/06 — Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation. 3. Plan Review Fees: The GRCA applies Plan Review Fees for Planning Act applications located within GRCA areas of interest. This application is considered a `minor' consent application and the applicable Plan Review Fee is $400.00. With a copy of this correspondence, the applicant will be invoiced in the amount of $400.00. We trust this information is of assistance. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact the undersigned. Page 1 of 2 Sincerely, Areo;ooe Trisha Hughes Resource Planner Grand River Conservation Authority cc: Jennifer Pfister, 23 Hillcrest Court, Kitchener, ON N2K 2S4 Dave Aston, MHBC Planning Ltd., 540 Bingemans Drive, Suite 200, Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 * These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Grand River Conservation Authority Page 2 of 2 Holly Dyson From: Danielle Ingram <Danielle.Ingram @waterloo.ca> Sent: 05 June, 2018 1:41 PM To: Holly Dyson Cc: Joel Cotter Subject: B 2018/033, 23 Hillcrest Crt Hi Holly, The City of Waterloo will defer to the City of Kitchener planning staff to undertake a planning review and determine the merits of the above noted consent application. The City notes that formal comments on any future development application(s) with respect to the lands receiving the severed portion will be provided at that time. Thank you, Danielle Ingram Planning Approvals I Integrated Planning & Public Works I City of Waterloo I II 100 REGINA ST. S. I PO Box 337, STN WATERLOO WATERLOO, ON, N2J 4A8 P: 519.747.8773 1 F: 519.747.8523 1 TTY: 1.886.786.3941 E: danielle.ingram@waterloo.ca www.waterloo.ca I www.twitter.com/citvwaterloo www.youtube.com/citvwaterloo I www.facebook.com/citvwaterloo IMPORTANT NOTICE: This communication (including attachments) is intended solely for the named addressee(s) and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure. No waiver of confidence, privilege, protection or otherwise is made. If you are not the intended recipient of this communication, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. Staff Deport Development Services Department REPORT TO: DATE OF MEETING: SUBMITTED BY: PREPARED BY: WARD: DATE OF REPORT: REPORT #: SUBJECT: Report: J KA u www. kitchen er.ca Committee of Adjustment June 19, 2018 Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 Lisa Thompson, Planning Technician — 519-741-2200 ext. 7847 1 June 11, 2018 DSD -18-053 B2018-034 to B2018-040 & B2018-043 810 Frederick Street Approve with Conditions x=' 4 Subject Property: 810 Frederick St & 61, 63, 65, 67, 69, 71 and 73 Turner Ave The application is requesting permission to sever 8 residential lots, create mutual stormwater management and access easements; and, covey a lot addition to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue. The development has received site plan approval and is currently under construction. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance Site Under Construction — June 4, 2018 RIfe4 •4ENUE M1042 SRM STATISTICS cWAkvRba LAMr15MA2-e B*Vq Camp► 743.1M PAA%I lres<aPeA 4W 7E642M N7M%I W-A*PV*g01~ PsY4Spm**rt OFnwb. 10a r SAW $�w•Pi I Bw1WFaPPM"RWAr44-WA WATIAESIDEWK PMnew � LSPd-p Fp. Sp— RA"S.l NOTE PwwedWkW.Pddf.7w REVM SITE PLAN APPLICATION No. SP1610371F1LT SITE PLAN CL s --4, LEGAL DESCRIPTION PLAN 971 LOT 12 OWNER'S NAME: xt,—k , SCALE +;+p City of KitchenerCAo FRE S[TE ADDRESS: wFwDm(cs,�.waFsFRoN LATE:NMMSER'," 2016 Co1P"ITY SERVICES XPAR7NENT SP+B637FLTANRi Approved Site Plan — 810 Frederick Street A site visit was undertaken on June 4, 2018. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance If ■E Ll A M1042 SRM STATISTICS cWAkvRba LAMr15MA2-e B*Vq Camp► 743.1M PAA%I lres<aPeA 4W 7E642M N7M%I W-A*PV*g01~ PsY4Spm**rt OFnwb. 10a r SAW $�w•Pi I Bw1WFaPPM"RWAr44-WA WATIAESIDEWK PMnew � LSPd-p Fp. Sp— RA"S.l NOTE PwwedWkW.Pddf.7w REVM SITE PLAN APPLICATION No. SP1610371F1LT SITE PLAN CL s --4, LEGAL DESCRIPTION PLAN 971 LOT 12 OWNER'S NAME: xt,—k , SCALE +;+p City of KitchenerCAo FRE S[TE ADDRESS: wFwDm(cs,�.waFsFRoN LATE:NMMSER'," 2016 Co1P"ITY SERVICES XPAR7NENT SP+B637FLTANRi Approved Site Plan — 810 Frederick Street A site visit was undertaken on June 4, 2018. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance Planning Comments: The owner is proposing to sever the lands as follows, and as depicted on the plan attached to the application: B 2018-034 (Retained Lot, Parts 8, 9 and 22) Width - 14.102m Depth - 30.48m Area - 430.9 sq.m. B 2018-035 (Severed Lot 1, Parts 7, 10 and 21) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 172.5 sq.m. B 2018-036 (Severed Lot 2, Parts 6, 11 and 20) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. B 2018-037 (Severed Lot 3, Parts 5, 12 and 19) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. B 2018-038 (Severed Lot 4, Parts 4, 13 and 18) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. B 2018-039 (Severed Lot 5, Parts 3, 14 and 17) Width - 12.64m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. B 2018-040 (Severed Lot 6, Parts 2 and 15) Width - 5.66m Depth - 30.48m Area - 171.9 sq.m. B 2018-043 (Severed Lot 7, Parts 1, 16 and 23) Width - 12.64m Depth - 30.48m Area - 377.0 sq.m. Permission is also being requested to sever a parcel of land having a width of 0.4m and a depth of 30.48m identified as Part 23 on the plan submitted with the application, to be conveyed as a lot addition to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue; and, to grant easements at the rear of the subject properties over Parts 9 to 22 on the plan submitted with the application having an overall width of 5m for stormwater management services; and, easements over parts 17 to 22 having a width of 0.9m for mutual access for the adjacent properties. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance Turner Ave Severance Sketch Showing 8 Proposed Lots and Easements Legend: Proposed Lots /Rear Yard Access Easements/Stormwater Management Easement U) Both the severed and retained lots are designated Low Rise Residential in the City's Official Plan, and are zoned Residential Six Zone (R-6). Each townhouse unit and proposed lot conforms to the relevant policies and zoning regulations. With respect to the criteria for the subdivision of land listed in Section 51 (24) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, staff is satisfied that the creation of the severed lots and lot addition are desirable and appropriate. The uses of both the severed and retained parcels are in conformity with the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law. The size, dimensions and shapes of the proposed lots is suitable for the use of the lands. The lands front on an established public street, and are serviced with independent and adequate service connections to municipal services. Planning staff is of the opinion that the proposal is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and conforms to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed consent. Region of Waterloo and Area Municipalities' Design Guidelines and Supplemental Specifications for Municipal Services (DGSSMS) allows only one service per lot. Should a severance be approved, additional services will be required for each individual lot — a building permit will be required for this work. A building permit shall be obtained for each townhouse unit. Please contact the Building Division @ 519-741-2433 for permit requirements and any questions. Transportation Comments: Transportation Services have no concerns with the proposed application. Engineering Comments: Site certification for Site Plan Application SP16/03/F/LT for 810 Frederick Street will be required prior to severance approval. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance Services for each proposed lot are required to be installed as part of Site Plan Application SP16/03/F/LT for 810 Frederick Street. A 5.Om wide easement is required along the entire length of the existing property for the proposed infiltration pits, per the approved Servicing Plan, Rev 3., dated April 20, 2017. Operations Comments: Park land dedication will not be required for this application since parkland dedication has already been taken for this property. Heritage Comments: No heritage planning concerns. RECOMMENDATION: That applications B2018-034 to B2018-040 and B2018-043 for lots having dimensions as shown on the severance plan submitted in support of the applications, be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the Owner provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as one full size paper copy of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of the City's Mapping Technologist. 2. That the Owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City's Revenue Division. 3. That the Transfer Easement documents required to create the Easements being approved herein shall include the following and shall be approved by the City Solicitor: a. a clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easements and of the rights and privileges being granted therein (including detailed terms and/or conditions of any required maintenance, liability and/or cost sharing provisions related thereto); b. a clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easements being granted shall be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and shall not be amended, released or otherwise dealt with without the express written consent of the City. 4. That a satisfactory Solicitor's Undertaking to register the approved Transfer Easements and to immediately thereafter provide copies thereof to the City Solicitor be provided to the City Solicitor. Lisa Thompson, CPT Juliane von Westerholt, MCIP, RPP Planning Technician Senior Planner *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance Region of Waterloo File No. D20-20/18 KIT June 11, 2018 Holly Dyson Committee of Adjustment City of Kitchener P.O. Box 1118 200 King Street East Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 B 2018-033 23 Hillcrest Court Jennifer Pfister PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES Community Planning 150 Frederick Street 8th Floor Kitchener Ontario N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4466 www.regionofwaterloo.ca Matthew Colley 575-4757 ext. 3210 Re: Comments for Consent Applications B2018-033 through B2018-043 Committee of Adjustment Hearing June 19, 2018 CITY OF KITCHENER The applicant is proposing to sever a triangular-shaped parcel of land from the rear portion of 23 Hillcrest Court having a width of 49.104m, a depth of 48.286 and an area of 1,106 square metres to be conveyed as a lot addition to 92 and 96 Woolwich Street. The properties are intended for residential development. Corridor Planning: Staff notes that transit requirements will be identified in the future when the development plans for the lands at 92 and 96 Woolwich Street and the severed lot are available. No concept plan for the proposed development has been provided with the application. It appears that the intent of the application is to develop the lands of the severed lot in addition to 92 and 96 Woolwich Street with multi -residential. These lands may have impacts from the transportation noise from adjoining municipal streets (ex. Bridle Trail, Woolwich Street, and any potential stationary noise sources in the vicinity. Regional Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Staff have reviewed the subject property and the surrounding area and have confirmed that there are no stationary noise concerns associated with this application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure the development is not adversely affected by anticipated transportation and/or stationary noise impacts, both onsite and offsite. A detailed Environmental Noise Study will be required to assess the impacts of environmental noise in the vicinity. The noise study must be prepared in accordance with MOE NPC -300 Guideline. The noise consultant must be pre -approved by the Region of Waterloo. The noise consultant is responsible for obtaining current information, applying professional expertise in performing calculations, making detailed and justified recommendations, submitting the Consultant Noise Study Declaration and Owner/Authorized Agent Statement along with 4 copies of the Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo. The noise consultant preparing the Environmental Noise Study must complete and submit a Transportation Planning Noise Assessment Fee Form and must request forecasted traffic data for the appropriate Regional roadways. The form can be found at: https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/living-here/resources/Design-StandardsINoise- Assessment-Application--Fee-Form. pdf As indicated on the form, traffic forecasts for noise assessments will be prepared within 15 business days of the data of the request, but will be withheld if payment has not been received. The requirements of an environmental noise study must be secured for residential development on these lands. The recommendations of the detailed noise study will be implemented at a future development application through a registered agreement with the City of Kitchener, as a Regional condition of this consent application. Regional staff has no objection to the application subject to the following conditions: 1) That prior to final approval, the applicant submit an Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo for review and approval, and, if necessary, based on the recommendations of the study, enter into a Registered Development Agreement with the City of Kitchener to implement the recommendations of the study. Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 B 2018-034 to B2018-040, and B2018-043 810 Frederick Street JC Homes Inc. The applicant is proposing to sever 8 residential lots, create mutual stormwater management and access easements; and to convey a lot addition from the easterly lot to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue. The proposed severed lots will front onto Turner Avenue. The proposed applications are also requesting to sever a parcel of land having a width of 0.4m and a depth of 30.48m identified as Part 23 on the submitted plan to be conveyed as a lot addition to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue; and, to grant easements at the rear of the subject properties over Parts 9 to 22 on the plan submitted with the application having an overall width of 5m for stormwater management services; and, easements over parts 17 to 22 having a width of 0.9m for mutual access for the adjacent properties. Community Planning: Fee: Pursuant to Region Fee By-law 17-076, the applicant is required to submit the Region's Consent Application Fee of $350.00 per new lot prior to final approval of the consent. The applicant is required to submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 for the creation of 7 new lots (total fee of $2,450) associated with applications B2018-035 through B2018-040 and B2018-043. Corridor Planning: A detailed environmental noise study will be required to assess the impacts of transportation and rail noise from Frederick Street/Turner AvenueNictoria Street and Metrolinx railway; and any potential stationary noise sources in the vicinity. The recommendations of the detailed noise study will be required to be implemented as a Regional condition through a registered agreement with the City of Kitchener. Condition(s) must be secured accordingly. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure the development isnot adversely affected by anticipated transportation and/or stationary noise impacts. In this regard the applicant should prepare an Environmental Noise Study. The noise study must be prepared in accordance with MOE NPC -300 Guideline. The noise consultant must be pre -approved by the Region of Waterloo. The noise consultant is responsible for obtaining current information, applying professional expertise in performing calculations, making detailed and justified recommendations, submitting the Consultant Noise Study Declaration and Owner/Authorized Agent Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Statement along with three copies of the Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo. Please note that the Region of Waterloo charges $250 for the preparation of traffic forecasts and review of Environmental Noise Study. The noise consultant preparing the Environmental Noise Study must complete and submit a Transportation Planning Noise Assessment Fee Form and must request forecasted traffic data for the appropriate Regional roadways. The form can be found at: https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/living-here/resources/Design-StandardsINoise- Assessment-Application--Fee-Form. pdf As indicated on the form, traffic forecasts for noise assessments will be prepared within 15 business days of the data of the request, but will be withheld if payment has not been received. Regional staff has no obiection to the application subject to the following conditions: 1) That prior to final approval, the applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo, the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 for each new residential lot created. 2) That prior to final approval, the applicant submit an Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo for review and approval, and, if necessary, based on the recommendations of the study, enter into a Registered Development Agreement with the City of Kitchener to implement the recommendations of the study. B 2018-041 and B2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue Keystone Property Developments Inc. The applicant is proposing to sever 2 lots for residential development and retain 1 lot. Proposed severed lot 1 will have a width of 12.21m, a depth of 30.55m, and an area of 372.93 square metres. Proposed severed lot 2 will have a width of 12.21m, a depth of 30.58m, and an area of 373.34 square metres. The retained lot will have a width of 12.21m, a depth of 30.58m, and an area of 373.79 square metres. Community Planning Fee The Region acknowledges receipt of the required consent application fee. Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Regional staff has no objection to the subject application. General Comments Any future development on the lands subject to the above -noted consent application(s) will be subject to the provisions of Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof. Please accept this letter as our request for a copy of the staff reports, decisions and minutes pertaining to each of the consent applications noted above. Should you require Regional Staff to be in attendance at the meeting or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Yours truly, Matthew Colley Planner Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: June 8, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance, Fence and Sign: FN 2018-002 66 Inwood Drive SG 2018-006 101 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East SG 2018-007 171 Sherwood Avenue Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-050 5 Wake Robin Drive A 2018-051 188 Hawkswood Drive A 2018-052 187 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-053 70 Dumart Place A 2018-054 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-055 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applications for Consent: B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 & B 2018-043 810 Frederick Street B 2018-041 to B 2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, � Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. Staff Repod Development Services Department REPORT TO: DATE OF MEETING SUBMITTED BY: PREPARED BY: WARD: DATE OF REPORT: REPORT #: SUBJECT: a 12 131 129 f 127 J Kr R wwwkitchener. ca Committee of Adjustment June 19, 2018 Juliane von Westerholt, Senior Planner 519-741-2200 ext. 7157 Craig Dumart, Junior Planner - 519-741-2200 ext. 7073 1 June 7, 2018 DSD -18-054 APPLICATION #: B2018-041, B2018-042, A2018-054, A2018-055, & A2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applicant: Labreche Patterson & Associates Inc. Approve with conditions 49' .47 L Location Map: 62 Daniel Avenue n DANIEL A E U-_ (BY REGISTERED PIAN 675) PIN 711-0010(1 T) 112.211 i .ixJ 'LYARn ETILCIL, ry i l Evw" E I k o PART I SEVERE[? LOT i AREA -- 372.934m-1 (44 L423ft2) HUILMING FOOTPRINfT_ I (P1&M EA 36.63 12.211 1 PAIS T SEVERED LOT ARLAL: 373-389m [4019.-3W1 RVIL }TKU F TE-AINT: cv PART 2-- 580 W _ II � Cl m r— I m�.J 9TAl_,L�StTIn7.57 I �YJ r90 ri) Z �. 12x2261 hIE N 25'47'3C- IA' a+ w W V 24'4-'0'5 _ w W- 1 PART RETAI NEE MYF 3 AR EA: 373.Mrn1(40 _430 SLRL.DFNG F 07PRFKT- 9,si r I 1 7Stn�f51;FC? TRACK_ 12.220BOARLIFEWE 12.221 36.661 T Proposed lot fabrics REPORT Planning Comments: The subject property is designated Low Rise Residential in the City's 2014 Official Plan and zoned Residential Three Zone (R-3) in Zoning By-law 85-1. The lands are currently vacant. The existing development of the neighbourhood consists of a mix of single detached dwellings, semi-detached dwellings, and low-rise multiple dwellings. Lot sizes vary in width, depth, and area in this nieghbourhood. The subject property is designated as Residential Infilling Low Density in the 1980 Bridgeport East Community (Secondary) Plan which has the status of a community plan and has no status under the Planning Act, therefore staff defers to the Official Plan for land use designation. 2 ` - 1 I� u 580 W _ II � Cl m r— I m�.J 9TAl_,L�StTIn7.57 I �YJ r90 ri) Z �. 12x2261 hIE N 25'47'3C- IA' a+ w W V 24'4-'0'5 _ w W- 1 PART RETAI NEE MYF 3 AR EA: 373.Mrn1(40 _430 SLRL.DFNG F 07PRFKT- 9,si r I 1 7Stn�f51;FC? TRACK_ 12.220BOARLIFEWE 12.221 36.661 T Proposed lot fabrics REPORT Planning Comments: The subject property is designated Low Rise Residential in the City's 2014 Official Plan and zoned Residential Three Zone (R-3) in Zoning By-law 85-1. The lands are currently vacant. The existing development of the neighbourhood consists of a mix of single detached dwellings, semi-detached dwellings, and low-rise multiple dwellings. Lot sizes vary in width, depth, and area in this nieghbourhood. The subject property is designated as Residential Infilling Low Density in the 1980 Bridgeport East Community (Secondary) Plan which has the status of a community plan and has no status under the Planning Act, therefore staff defers to the Official Plan for land use designation. 2 The Owner is requesting permission to sever the subject lands into three lots with the intent to develop the retained lands and severed lands with single detached dwellings (B2018-041, B2018-042). The first severed lot (Parcel 1, single detached dwelling) would have a lot width of 12.221 metres, a depth of 30.523 metres, and an area of 372.93 square metres. The second severed lot (parcel 2 single detached dwelling) would have a lot width of 12.221 metres, a depth of 30.58 metres, and an area of 373.39 square metres. The retained lot (single detached dwelling) would have a lot width of 12.221 metres, a depth of 30.61 metres, and an area of 373.79 square metres. In addition, the Owner has submitted the following minor variance application: A2018-054, A2018-055 and A2018-056— The owner is requesting relief from Section 37.2.1 of the Zoning By-law to permit lot widths of 12.2 metres whereas the zoning by-law requires a minimum lot width of 13.7 metres and requesting additional relief from Section 37.2.1 to permit a lot area of 372 square metres for a single detached dwellings whereas the zoning by-law requires a minimum lot area of 411 square metres. City Planning staff conducted a site inspection of the property on May, 2018. Existing vacant lands at 62 Daniel Avenue. Consent Applications — B2018-041, B2018-042 With respect to the criteria for the subdivision of land listed in Section 51(24) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, staff is satisfied that the creation of the severed lots are desirable and appropriate. The uses of both the severed and retained parcels are in conformity with the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law. While the retained and severed lands require minor variances, Planning staff is of the opinion that the size, dimension and shape of the proposed lots are 3 suitable for the use of the lands and compatible with the surrounding community. The lands front onto a public street and rear yards back onto a public park. The proposed lots conform to the 2014 Official Plan. Both the retained and severed lots reflect the general scale and character of the established development pattern of surrounding lands. Based on the foregoing, Planning staff recommends that Consent Applications B2018-041, B2018-042, requesting consent to sever the subject property into three lots to facilitate the development of the severed lands and retained lands, be approved, subject to the conditions listed in the Recommendation section of this report. Minor Variance Applications — A2018-054, A2018-055, & A2018-056 In considering the four tests for minor variances as outlined in Section 45(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990 Chap. P. 13, as amended, Planning staff offers the following comments: The subject property is designated Low Rise Residential in both the City's 2014 Official Plan and 1994 Official Plan. The 2014 Official Plan Designation is in effect, however a significant number of Low Rise Residential policies from the 2014 Official Plan are under appeal and therefore are not being relied upon for this report. Instead Low Rise Residential Policy 3.1.2.1 from the 1994 Official Plan which allows for low density forms of housing such as single detached dwellings and semi-detached dwellings is being relied upon to determine whether the proposed variances meet the general intent of the Official Plan. It is planning staffs opinion that the proposed variance meets the general intent of the Official Plan which encourages a range of different forms of housing to achieve a low density neighbourhood. The minor change to the lot areas and lot widths will maintain the low density character of the property and surrounding neighbourhood, which is characterized by a variety of lot sizes and built form options. The proposed variance conforms to the designation and it is the further opinion of staff that the requested variance is appropriate. 2. The requested variances to permit reduced lot areas of 372 square metres for each lot whereas 411 square metres is required, and reduced lot widths of 12.2 metres whereas 13.7 metres is required meets the general intent of the Zoning By-law. The purpose of the minimum 411 square metre lot area requirement and the minimum 13.7 metre lot width requirement is to ensure the lot is of adequate size to support a building envelope and parking, as well as to provide adequate amenity space on site. The proposed single detached dwellings meet all other zoning regulations with regards to setbacks, parking, building height, lot coverage and all proposed lots provide a generous amount of amenity space in the rear yard. As such, staff is satisfied the reduction of 39 square metres from lot area and reduction of 1.5 metres of lot width meet the general intent of the Zoning By-law. 3. The variances can be considered minor as the proposed single detached dwelling reduced lot area and lot widths will not present any significant impacts to adjacent properties or the overall neighbourhood. The proposed new single detached dwellings use will provide a new housing form at a scale and density that is appropriate for the context of the existing neighbourhood, which consists of single detached dwellings and multiple dwellings. 4. The requested variances are appropriate for the development and use of the land. The development of these properties will be sympathetic to the surrounding area and bring a new context -appropriate unit type to the neighbourhood. Based on the foregoing, Planning staff recommends that these applications be approved, subject to the conditions outlined below in the Recommendation section of this report. Building Comments: The Building Division has no objections to the proposed consent. Region of Waterloo and Area Municipalities' Design Guidelines and Supplemental Specifications for Municipal Services (DGSSMS) allows only one service per lot. Should a severance be approved, additional services will be required for each individual lot — a building permit will be required for this work. A building permit shall be obtained for each single detached dwelling. Please contact the Building Division @ 519-741-2433 with permit requirements and any questions. Heritage Comments: No cultural heritage issues or concerns. Environmental Planning Comments: The tree management plan prepared by MacKinnon & Assoc. plotted May 14, 2018 has been reviewed. The standard tree protection condition should be applied where the owner enters into an agreement registered on title of both the severed and retained lands requiring a Tree Preservation / Enhancement Plan to be submitted and approved before a building permit will be issued. Transportation Services Comments: Transportation Services has no concerns with the proposed application subject to the following condition: For the severed portion only, funds for a future concrete sidewalk to be provided to the City's Engineering Division along the Daniel Avenue frontage. Engineering Comments: Severance of any blocks within the subject lands will require separate, individual service connections for sanitary, storm, and water, in accordance with City policies. If the buildings have basements and a sump pump is required, a storm outlet will be required also. The owner is required to make satisfactory financial arrangements with the Engineering Division for the installation of new services that may be required to service this property, all prior to severance approval. Our records indicate municipal water, storm and sanitary services are currently available to service this property. Each severed lot will require a sanitary, a storm (for new foundations only) and a water service. Any further enquiries in this regard should be directed to Natasha Prepas- Strobeck (519-741-2200 ext. 7136). Any new driveways are to be built to City of Kitchener standards. All work is at the owner's expense and all work needs to be completed prior to occupancy of the building. A servicing plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing system and proposed easements will be required to the satisfaction of the Engineering Division prior to severance approval. As per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150 the Development and Reconstruction As -Recorded Tracking Form is required to be filled out and submitted along with a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading, Servicing etc.) with the 5 corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the satisfaction of the Engineering Division prior to severance approval. The owner must ensure that the basement elevation of the building can be drained by gravity to the street sewers. If this is not the case, then the owner would have to pump the sewage via a pump and forcemain to the property line and have a gravity sewer from the property line to the street. Operations Comments: Cash -in -lieu of park land dedication will be required on the severed parcel as new development lots will be created. The cash -in -lieu dedication required is $11,233.20 Park Dedication is calculated at 5% of the new development lots only, with a land valuation calculated by the lineal frontage (24.42m) at a land value of $9,200 per frontage meter. RECOMMENDATIONS: That Applications A2018-054, A2018-055 & A2018-056 requesting relief from Section 37.2.1 of the Zoning By-law to permit lot widths of 12.2 metres whereas the zoning by- law requires a minimum lot width of 13.7 metres and requesting additional relief from Section 37.2.1 to permit a lot area of 372 square metres for a single detached dwellings whereas the zoning by-law requires a minimum lot area of 411 square metres be approved. That Applications B2018-041, B2018-042 requesting consent to sever the subject property into three lots be approved, subject to the following conditions: 1. That Minor Variance Applications A2018-054, A2018-055 & A2018-056 receive full and final approval; 2. That the Owner submits a site layout plan showing the proposed location of all buildings and driveways and elevation drawings showing, scale, and massing of the proposed buildings relative to the established streetscape to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Planning; 3. That the Owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property(ies) to the satisfaction of the City's Revenue Division; 4. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands which shall include the following: a) That prior to any grading or the application or issuance of a building permit, the owner shall submit a plan, prepared by a qualified consultant, to the satisfaction and approval of the City's Director of Planning showing: (i) the proposed location of all buildings (including accessory buildings and structures), decks and driveways; (ii) the location of any existing buildings or structures to be removed or relocated; R (iii) the proposed grades and drainage; (iv) the location of all trees to be preserved, removed or potentially impacted on or adjacent to the subject lands, including notations of their size, species and condition; (v) justification for any trees to be removed; (vi) outline tree protection measures for trees to be preserved; and (vii) building elevation drawings. 5. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands which shall include the following: a) That the owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation/Enhancement Plan for the severed and retained lands in accordance with the City's Tree Management Policy, to be approved by the City's Director of Planning and where necessary, implemented prior to any grading, tree removal or the issuance of building permits. Such plans shall include, among other matters, the identification of a proposed building envelope/work zone, landscaped area and vegetation to be preserved. b) The owner further agrees to implement the approved plan. No changes to the said plan shall be granted except with the prior approval of the City's Director of Planning. 6. That the owner pay to the City of Kitchener a cash -in -lieu contribution for park dedication on the severed parcel equal in the amount of $11,233.20. The park land dedication is calculated at the residential rate of 5% of the per metre lineal frontage land value for the severed portion. 7. That the owner provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or Agn (Microstation) format, as well as one full size paper copy of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of the City's Mapping Technologist. 8. That the Owner make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's Engineering Division for the installation of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained lands. 9. That the owner make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's Engineering Services for the installation, to City standards, of boulevard landscaping including street trees, and a paved driveway ramp, on the severed lands and retained. 10. That any new driveways be built to City of Kitchener standards at the Owner's expense prior to occupancy of the building to the satisfaction of the City's Engineering Division. 11. That the Owner provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services. 12. That the Owner submit a complete Development and Reconstruction As -Recorded Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together 7 with a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading, Servicing etc.) with the corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services. 13. That the Owner provides Engineering staff with confirmation that the basement elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers. If this is not the case, then the owner would have to pump the sewage via a pump and forcemain to the property line and have a gravity sewer from the property line to the street to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services. 14. That the owner provides funds for a future concrete sidewalk for the severed lands only to the City's Engineering Division along the Daniel Avenue frontage. 15. That, prior to final approval, the applicant submits the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region of Waterloo. Craig Dumart, BES, MCIP, RPP Junior Planner Juliane von Westerholt BES, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner 9 Region of Waterloo File No. D20-20/18 KIT June 11, 2018 Holly Dyson Committee of Adjustment City of Kitchener P.O. Box 1118 200 King Street East Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 B 2018-033 23 Hillcrest Court Jennifer Pfister PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES Community Planning 150 Frederick Street 8th Floor Kitchener Ontario N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4466 www.regionofwaterloo.ca Matthew Colley 575-4757 ext. 3210 Re: Comments for Consent Applications B2018-033 through B2018-043 Committee of Adjustment Hearing June 19, 2018 CITY OF KITCHENER The applicant is proposing to sever a triangular-shaped parcel of land from the rear portion of 23 Hillcrest Court having a width of 49.104m, a depth of 48.286 and an area of 1,106 square metres to be conveyed as a lot addition to 92 and 96 Woolwich Street. The properties are intended for residential development. Corridor Planning: Staff notes that transit requirements will be identified in the future when the development plans for the lands at 92 and 96 Woolwich Street and the severed lot are available. No concept plan for the proposed development has been provided with the application. It appears that the intent of the application is to develop the lands of the severed lot in addition to 92 and 96 Woolwich Street with multi -residential. These lands may have impacts from the transportation noise from adjoining municipal streets (ex. Bridle Trail, Woolwich Street, and any potential stationary noise sources in the vicinity. Regional Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Staff have reviewed the subject property and the surrounding area and have confirmed that there are no stationary noise concerns associated with this application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure the development is not adversely affected by anticipated transportation and/or stationary noise impacts, both onsite and offsite. A detailed Environmental Noise Study will be required to assess the impacts of environmental noise in the vicinity. The noise study must be prepared in accordance with MOE NPC -300 Guideline. The noise consultant must be pre -approved by the Region of Waterloo. The noise consultant is responsible for obtaining current information, applying professional expertise in performing calculations, making detailed and justified recommendations, submitting the Consultant Noise Study Declaration and Owner/Authorized Agent Statement along with 4 copies of the Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo. The noise consultant preparing the Environmental Noise Study must complete and submit a Transportation Planning Noise Assessment Fee Form and must request forecasted traffic data for the appropriate Regional roadways. The form can be found at: https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/living-here/resources/Design-StandardsINoise- Assessment-Application--Fee-Form. pdf As indicated on the form, traffic forecasts for noise assessments will be prepared within 15 business days of the data of the request, but will be withheld if payment has not been received. The requirements of an environmental noise study must be secured for residential development on these lands. The recommendations of the detailed noise study will be implemented at a future development application through a registered agreement with the City of Kitchener, as a Regional condition of this consent application. Regional staff has no objection to the application subject to the following conditions: 1) That prior to final approval, the applicant submit an Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo for review and approval, and, if necessary, based on the recommendations of the study, enter into a Registered Development Agreement with the City of Kitchener to implement the recommendations of the study. Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 B 2018-034 to B2018-040, and B2018-043 810 Frederick Street JC Homes Inc. The applicant is proposing to sever 8 residential lots, create mutual stormwater management and access easements; and to convey a lot addition from the easterly lot to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue. The proposed severed lots will front onto Turner Avenue. The proposed applications are also requesting to sever a parcel of land having a width of 0.4m and a depth of 30.48m identified as Part 23 on the submitted plan to be conveyed as a lot addition to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 57 Turner Avenue; and, to grant easements at the rear of the subject properties over Parts 9 to 22 on the plan submitted with the application having an overall width of 5m for stormwater management services; and, easements over parts 17 to 22 having a width of 0.9m for mutual access for the adjacent properties. Community Planning: Fee: Pursuant to Region Fee By-law 17-076, the applicant is required to submit the Region's Consent Application Fee of $350.00 per new lot prior to final approval of the consent. The applicant is required to submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 for the creation of 7 new lots (total fee of $2,450) associated with applications B2018-035 through B2018-040 and B2018-043. Corridor Planning: A detailed environmental noise study will be required to assess the impacts of transportation and rail noise from Frederick Street/Turner AvenueNictoria Street and Metrolinx railway; and any potential stationary noise sources in the vicinity. The recommendations of the detailed noise study will be required to be implemented as a Regional condition through a registered agreement with the City of Kitchener. Condition(s) must be secured accordingly. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure the development isnot adversely affected by anticipated transportation and/or stationary noise impacts. In this regard the applicant should prepare an Environmental Noise Study. The noise study must be prepared in accordance with MOE NPC -300 Guideline. The noise consultant must be pre -approved by the Region of Waterloo. The noise consultant is responsible for obtaining current information, applying professional expertise in performing calculations, making detailed and justified recommendations, submitting the Consultant Noise Study Declaration and Owner/Authorized Agent Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Statement along with three copies of the Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo. Please note that the Region of Waterloo charges $250 for the preparation of traffic forecasts and review of Environmental Noise Study. The noise consultant preparing the Environmental Noise Study must complete and submit a Transportation Planning Noise Assessment Fee Form and must request forecasted traffic data for the appropriate Regional roadways. The form can be found at: https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/living-here/resources/Design-StandardsINoise- Assessment-Application--Fee-Form. pdf As indicated on the form, traffic forecasts for noise assessments will be prepared within 15 business days of the data of the request, but will be withheld if payment has not been received. Regional staff has no obiection to the application subject to the following conditions: 1) That prior to final approval, the applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo, the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 for each new residential lot created. 2) That prior to final approval, the applicant submit an Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo for review and approval, and, if necessary, based on the recommendations of the study, enter into a Registered Development Agreement with the City of Kitchener to implement the recommendations of the study. B 2018-041 and B2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue Keystone Property Developments Inc. The applicant is proposing to sever 2 lots for residential development and retain 1 lot. Proposed severed lot 1 will have a width of 12.21m, a depth of 30.55m, and an area of 372.93 square metres. Proposed severed lot 2 will have a width of 12.21m, a depth of 30.58m, and an area of 373.34 square metres. The retained lot will have a width of 12.21m, a depth of 30.58m, and an area of 373.79 square metres. Community Planning Fee The Region acknowledges receipt of the required consent application fee. Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Regional staff has no objection to the subject application. General Comments Any future development on the lands subject to the above -noted consent application(s) will be subject to the provisions of Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof. Please accept this letter as our request for a copy of the staff reports, decisions and minutes pertaining to each of the consent applications noted above. Should you require Regional Staff to be in attendance at the meeting or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Yours truly, Matthew Colley Planner Document Number: 2746461 Version: 1 Region of Waterloo June 06, 2018 Holly Dyson City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Ms. Dyson: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES 150 Frederick Street, 8th Floor Kitchener ON N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4449 www. reg i o n ofwate r l o o. ca File: D20-20/VAR KIT GEN Re: Committee of Adjustment Meeting on June 19, 2018, City of Kitchener. Regional staff have reviewed the following Committee of Adjustment application(s) and have the following comments: 1. 66 Inwood Drive (FN 2018-002): No concerns. 2. 171 Sherwood Avenue (SG 2018-007): No concerns. 3. 5 Wake Robin Drive (A 2018-050): No concerns. 4. 188 Hawkswood Drive (A 2018-051): No concerns. 5. 187 Rivertrail Avenue (A 2018-052): No concerns. 6. 70 Dumart Place (A 2018-053): No concerns. 7. 62 Daniel Avenue (A 2018-054, 055 and 056): No concerns. Please be advised that any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof and may require payment of Regional Development Charges for these development(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit. The comments contained in this letter pertain to the Application number(s) listed. If a site is subject to more than one application, additional comments may apply. Please forward any decisions on the above mentioned Application number(s) to the undersigned. Yours Truly, ' n Joginder Bhatia Transportation Planner (519) 575-4757 ext 3867 Document Number: 2747313 Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Management Division Andrew Herreman, Resource Planning Technician PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Holly Dyson DATE: June 8, 2018 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Cambridge, Ontario N1 R 5W6 Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2228 E-mail: aherreman@grandriver.ca YOUR FILE: See below RE: Applications for Minor Variance, Fence and Sign: FN 2018-002 66 Inwood Drive SG 2018-006 101 Frederick Street/40 Weber Street East SG 2018-007 171 Sherwood Avenue Applications for Minor Variance: A 2018-050 5 Wake Robin Drive A 2018-051 188 Hawkswood Drive A 2018-052 187 Rivertrail Avenue A 2018-053 70 Dumart Place A 2018-054 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-055 62 Daniel Avenue A 2018-056 62 Daniel Avenue Applications for Consent: B 2018-034 to B 2018-040 & B 2018-043 810 Frederick Street B 2018-041 to B 2018-042 62 Daniel Avenue GRCA COMMENT*: The above noted applications are located outside the Grand River Conservation Authority areas of interest. As such, we will not undertake a review of the applications and plan review fees will not be required. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact me. Sincerely, � Andrew Herreman Resource Planning Technician Grand River Conservation Authority *These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Page 1 of 1 Grand River Conservation Authority. RE: Application for variance - 62 Daniel Avenue, Kitchener B 2018-041, B 2018-042, A 2018-054 A 2018-055 & A 2018-056 Dear committee Members As neighboring residents of the lot at 62 Daniel Ave Kitchener we are opposed to the variance to sever 3 lots for the following reasons. We do not feel 5 feet frontage per lot is a small variance as well as the proposed reduced area. These lots would be smaller than any other lots on the street, all but 1 conform to the current zoning regulations. Current infrastructure, such as water mains, are already under strain and prone to frequent breaks. Due to the size of the lots, we assume the homes would be 2 story (if they have garages out front that is all you would see, other garages are in-line or non-existent). Only 1 other 2 storey resides on this end of the street. We realize the owner is out to get the biggest bang for his buck as he applied to put 4 homes there in the past. The street aesthetics and the neighboring residents should not have to lose out for his financial gain. We strongly feel that severing the lot to accommodate 2 single family homes it would much better blend in with the neighboring homes. Ps... I grew up in this neighborhood and moved back here to an old established area over 20 years ago because of the lot sizes and the zoning regulations. I'm sure others on this street bought here for the same reason. There are other areas within the city that allow the lot sizes he wants. We hope you understand our concerns and have him conform to the current zoning regulations. Thank You June 11, 2018 The City of Kitchener Committee of Adjustment 200 King St. W. PO Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 RE: Application for variance - 62 Daniel Avenue, Kitchener B 2018-041, 8 2018-042, A 2018-054 A 2018-055 & A 2018-056 This letter is being prepared and signed by concerned residents of Daniel Avenue, that are opposed to the proposed sever and variance at 62 Daniel Avenue. We have several concerns that are the reason for our opposition: 1, Aging infrastructure: Current city maintained infrastructure, such as water mains, are already under strain and prone to frequent breaks. Additional, higher density living could add additional and undue pressure to the system, causing more frequent interruptions to services. 2. Safe road access: A reduced lot size (5 feet for each, total of 15 feet) would mean less room for on -property parking, which could mean a regular increase to street parking making access to and from our homes a challenge. 3. Future development: The applicant appears to want to proceed with building 2 properties now, reserving the right to build a 3rd at a later time. If approved, this would mean neighbourhood disruption occurs not fust once but twice over. We da want to support the responsible development and investment in our community, and as such would be satisfied if the lot were severed to allow 2 single family dwellings, but feel the lot is just too small to sever for 3. Thank you for taking the time to hear our concerns and to consider them along with the variance application.