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REPORT T0: Heritage Kitchener
DATE OF MEETING: February 7, 2012
SUBMITTED BY: Alain Pinard, Director of Planning, 519-741-2319
PREPARED BY: Michelle Wade, Heritage Planner, 519-741-2839
WARD~S~ INVOLVED: All
DATE OF REPORT: January 16, 2012
REPORT NO.: CSD-12-021
SUBJECT: 2011 Heritage Progress Report
RECOMMENDATION:
For information.
BACKGROUND:
In 2008, Council received Chief Administrator's Office report CAO-08-021 "2008 Review of
Advisory Committees" and endorsed a number of recommendations, including the
recommendation to report to Council on the progress of Advisory Committees at the end of each
year.
Staff have prepared a report on the progress of both Heritage Kitchener and Heritage Planning
initiatives for the year 2011. The report is being presented to Council during the month of
February in recognition of Heritage Day (February 20, 2011).
REPORT:
Heritage Kitchener advises Council on heritage related matters and contributes to the protection
and identification of cultural heritage resources for the enjoyment of the citizens of Kitchener by
encouraging conservation and raising public awareness. Specific responsibilities include:
advising Council on matters pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act such as individual
designations and heritage conservation district designations; reviewing and advising Council on
properties of cultural heritage value or interest; and, promoting public awareness of heritage
conservation through annual events such as Doors Open and Heritage Showcase.
Heritage Kitchener, in conjunction with Heritage Planning staff, developed a Committee work
plan for 2011-2012. The Heritage Kitchener work plan for 2011 and 2012 includes four general
categories:
1. Municipal Heritage Register -identify properties of cultural heritage value or interest;
2. Ontario Heritage Act -manage alterations to designated properties;
3. Heritage Awareness -promote heritage awareness; and,
4. Advisory Committee Review - commit to the ongoing review of Heritage Kitchener.
Staff also developed a Heritage Planning work plan for 2011 and 2012. The Heritage Planning
work plan was reviewed by Heritage Kitchener in order to understand the relationship between
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Committee and Staff roles and responsibilities. The Heritage Planning work plan for 2011 and
2012 includes eight general categories:
1. Municipal Heritage Register -identify properties of cultural heritage value or interest;
2. Ontario Heritage Act -manage alterations to designated properties;
3. Heritage Awareness Programs -promote heritage awareness;
4. Ontario Planning Act -review and develop Official Plan policies; review and recommend
approval of studies associated with Planning Act applications;
5. Advisory Committee Review - commit to the ongoing review of Heritage Kitchener; and,
6. Other Major Projects -manage andlor participate in major projects related to cultural
heritage resources;
The following table lists each of the general categories identified in the Heritage Kitchener and
Heritage Planning work plans for 2011 and 2012 along with a bullet point summary of the 2011
achievements.
2011 and 2012 Work Plan Categories 2011 Achievements
Municipal Heritage Register 56 properties evaluated for listing as non-
designated property of cultural heritage value or
interest on the Municipal Heritage Register;
^ 9 properties were recommended for listing as
non-designated property of cultural heritage value
or interest on the Municipal Heritage Register;
and,
^ Of the 9 properties recommended for listing,
Council resolved to list 8 properties as non-
designated property of cultural heritage value or
interest on the Municipal Heritage Register.
Ontario Heritage Act 25 Heritage Permit Applications (HPA} were
received; and,
^ Of the 25 HPAs, 10 were able to be processed
through delegated approval.
^ Together with By-law Enforcement staff, Heritage
Planning staff participated in the biennial
inspection and enforcement of heritage property
standards.
Heritage Awareness Programs Heritage Kitchener and Heritage Planning staff
participated in the Waterloo Region Heritage
Foundation's annual Heritage Showcase event;
^ Heritage Planning staff lectured on Cultural
Heritage Planning issues to Planning students at
the University of Waterloo;
^ 17 Designated Heritage Property Grant Program
applications were received equating to
approximately $35,810 in grant funding:
^ 13 applications completed the conservation
work resulting in the expenditure of
approximately $26,373 in grant funding;
^ Total owner investment a ualled
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approximately $67,291;
^ 6 Designated Heritage Property Tax Refund
applications were received and 5 applications
were eligible to receive tax refunds totalling
$5707.62; and,
^ 4 Mike Wagner Heritage Awards were presented:
^ Donnenworth House (397 Gravel Ridge Trail);
^ Nyle Eby & Audrey Becker;
^ The Tannery District; and,
^ Borealis Grille and Bar (4336 King Street
East).
Ontario Planning Act Heritage Planning staff were involved in the
review and implementation of approximately 13
Planning Act applications.
^ Of the 13 Planning Act applications, Heritage
Planning staff were involved in the review of
approximately 9 Heritage Impact Assessments
and 3 Conservation Plans.
Advisory Committee Review Heritage Planning staff prepared the 2010
Heritage Progress Report and presented to
Heritage Kitchener and Council for information.
Other Major Projects Heritage Planning staff participated in ongoing
facilitation with the Homer Watson Board; and,
^ Heritage Planning staff participated in the
ongoing review of existing and proposed cultural
heritage resource policies for the draft City of
Kitchener Official Plan.
Other Heritage Planning staff were involved with the
implementation of various Heritage Design
Guidelines within new subdivisions;
^ Heritage Planning staff provided comments on
various Environmental Assessment projects;
^ Heritage Planning staff participated in the Fagade
Grant Program review process;
^ Heritage Planning staff in conjunction with Parks
Operations staff completed the Betzner Barn
Scenic Lookout in Pioneer Tower West;
^ Heritage Planning staff participated in the
Industrial Artifacts Program Review; and,
^ Heritage Planning staff actively participated on
various study teams and committees including
the Victoria Park Lake Improvements and the
Kitchener Centennial.
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ALIGNMENT WITH CITY OF KITCHENER STRATEGIC PLAN:
Plan Foundation -Efficient and Effective Government
The 2011 Heritage Progress Report relates to the Efficient and Effective Government Plan
Foundation of the City of Kitchener Strategic Plan. The 2011 Heritage Progress Report is a
communication tool that provides education and information about the conservation of our
cultural heritage resources.
Communit,, Pte, -Development
The 2011 Heritage Progress Report relates to the Development Community Priority of the City
of Kitchener Strategic Plan. The 2011 Heritage Progress Reports provides an update on the
heritage register review as well as an update on the conservation of cultural heritage resources
during the review of development applications and planning infrastructure improvements.
Community Priority -Quality of Life
The 2011 Heritage Progress Report relates to the Quality of Life Community Priority of the City
of Kitchener Strategic Plan. The 2011 Heritage Progress Reports is one form of education that
assists the City in establishing greater public appreciation and understanding of our cultural
heritage resources.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
None.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
Members of the community will be informed via circulation of the report to the City's Municipal
Heritage Committee (Heritage Kitchener) and to City Council.
REVIEWED BY:
Leon Bensason, Coordinator, Cultural Heritage Planning
ACKNOWLEDGED BY: Jeff Wilmer, Deputy CAO
Community Services Department
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