HomeMy WebLinkAboutCSD-16-063 - HPA-2016-V-019 (170 Queen St N)
REPORT TO: Heritage Kitchener
DATE OF MEETING: September 6, 2016
SUBMITTED BY: Brandon Sloan, Manager of Long Range & Policy Planning,
519-741-2200, ext. 7648
PREPARED BY: Sandra Parks, Heritage Planner, 519-741-2200, ext. 7839
WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 10
DATE OF REPORT: August 18, 2016
REPORT NO.: CSD-16-063
SUBJECT: Heritage Permit Application HPA-2016-V-019
170 Queen Street North
Shed Demolition
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT pursuant to Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit Application
HPA-2016-V-019be approved to permit demolition of an accessory structure on the
property municipally addressed as 170 Queen Street North, in accordance with the plans
and supplementary information submitted with the application and subject to the
following condition:
1. That the final building (demolition) permit drawings be reviewed and heritage
clearance provided by Heritage Planning staff prior to the issuance of a building
permit.
Shed
Location Map: 170 Queen Street North including shed
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BACKGROUND:
The Community Services Department is in receipt of Heritage Permit Application HPA-2016-V-
019 which is seeking permission to demolish an accessory structureat the property municipally
addressed as 170Queen Street North.
REPORT:
The subject property is located on the west side of Queen Street North between St. Leger Street
and Lancaster Street East, within the Civic Centre Neighbourhood Heritage Conservation
District (CCHCD), which is designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act. The subject
CCHCD.
The District Plan describes the building as a c. 1910, well maintained 2½-storey brick Queen
Anne Revival style with a stepped front fascia.Occupied in 1911 by Arthur Prittie, manager,
S.H. Knox & Co. (five & dime), 25 King Street EastThe accessory structure is not mentioned
in the District Plan description.
170 Queen Street North front and side elevations
The existing accessory structure, while not visible from Queen Street North, does front on
Hermie Place, the lane behind this property. It is most likely of very early construction, either
built at the same time as the 1910 house or very soon after. It is one of the last barn-like
structures in the District. A sliding door, inoperable at present, provided access to the lane.
Various patches of materials have altered its original appearance.
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170 Queen Street North accessory structure fronting on Hermie Place
Civic Centre NeighbourhoodHeritage Conservation District Plan
very fine
architectural styles.
and give little guidance on accessory structures.
District Plan - Laneways:
Heritage Permit Applications are required for demolition of buildings visible from the street or
other public spaces such as laneways.
Streetscape Heritage Character: Laneways threading through the area reflect more
traditional patterns of movement and development, and, in Hermie Place, create a unique
ambiance where houses front directly onto the lane much like a small cottage community.
Key Heritage Attributes: The Civic Centre Neighbourhood is definable by the combination of
a number of unique characteristics including . . . the unique semi-private world of the back
lanes including the richly habited section of Hermie Place that sports many examples of
responsive architectural design.
District Plan - Section 3.3.4 Demolition:
The goal of a heritage conservation district is to preserve and protect the heritage resources
within the short term and over the long term. However, it is recognized that there are situations
where demolition may be necessary such as partial destruction due to fire or other catastrophic
events, severe structural instability, and occasionally redevelopment that is in keeping with
appropriate City policies.
Policies:
(a) The demolition of heritage buildings in the District is strongly discouraged.
(b) Any proposal to demolish a heritage building or portion of a heritage building that is
visible from the street or other public space within the District shall require a heritage
permit from the municipality.
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(c) Where demolition of a heritage building is proposed, the property owner shall provide
supporting documentation demonstrating appropriate reasons for the demolition.
(d) In situations where demolition is approved by Council, written and/or photographic
documentation of any notable architectural features and construction techniques may be
required to create a record of the building and its components.
(e) Reclamation of suitable building materials such as windows, doors, moldings, columns,
bricks, etc. for potential reuse in a new building on the site or as replacement
components for other buildings in the neighbourhood which require repair and
restoration over time is strongly encouraged if demolition is approved for any heritage
buildings in the District.
As an a
review by Heritage Kitchener before issuance of a Heritage Permit to carry out the demolition.
The shed or barn is in very poor condition.
Several contractors called in to give quotes to repair the roof indicated they would be unable to
do so due to structural and safety issues.
170 Queen Street North photos showing poor
condition of shed
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the entire structure lists towards Hermie Place and has
[i]n my professional
to repair the foundation, the structure would have to be removed, but it would not likely survive
removal.
In reviewing the merits of the application, Heritage Planning staff note the following:
ACCHCD;
accessory structure faces Hermie Place, but not in the block which the District Plan
while the accessory structure could be described as contributing to the cultural heritage
resources of the District, the applicant has demonstrated
; and
demolition of the accessory structurewill not detract from the integrity of the Queen
Street Northstreetscapenor the character of the propertyas seen from Queen Street
North.
In accordance with the Heritage Permit Application form, the approval of an application under the
Ontario Heritage Act shall not be a waiver of any of the provisions of any by-law of the City of
Kitchener or legislation, including, but not limited to, the requirements of the Ontario Building Code
and Zoning By-law. In this regard, staff confirm that a Building Permit is required to demolish the
accessory structure.
ALIGNMENT WITH CITY OF KITCHENER STRATEGIC PLAN:
through the delivery of core service.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
N/A
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
INFORM -
Heritage Kitchener committee meeting.
CONSULT - Heritage Kitchener has been consulted regarding the subject Heritage Permit
Application.
REVIEWED BY:
Leon Bensason, Coordinator, Cultural Heritage Planning
ACKNOWLEDGED BY:
Alain Pinard, Director of Planning
APPENDIX A:
Heritage Permit Application HPA-2016-V-019
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